Generated by DeepSeek V3.2| Stavros Anthony | |
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| Name | Stavros Anthony |
| Office | Lieutenant Governor of Nevada |
| Term start | January 2, 2023 |
| Governor | Joe Lombardo |
| Predecessor | Lisa Cano Burkhead |
| Office2 | Member of the Las Vegas City Council, from Ward 4 |
| Term start2 | 2009 |
| Term end2 | 2023 |
| Predecessor2 | Larry Brown |
| Successor2 | Francis Allen-Palenske |
| Birth date | 14 December 1955 |
| Birth place | Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Linda |
| Education | University of Nevada, Las Vegas (BA, MA, PhD) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Serviceyears | 1978–1982 |
| Rank | Captain |
Stavros Anthony is an American politician and former law enforcement officer serving as the Lieutenant Governor of Nevada since January 2023. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as a member of the Las Vegas City Council for Ward 4 from 2009 to 2023. Anthony's career spans over two decades with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, where he attained the rank of captain.
Stavros Anthony was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and is of Greek-American descent. He pursued his higher education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, earning a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice, followed by a Master of Arts in sociology. Anthony later completed a Doctor of Philosophy in sociology from the same institution, with his doctoral dissertation focusing on police organizational behavior. During this period, he also served as a captain in the United States Air Force from 1978 to 1982.
Anthony joined the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department in 1980, embarking on a 23-year career in law enforcement. He rose through the ranks, serving in various capacities including patrol officer, detective, and supervisor in units such as Organized Crime and Internal Affairs. His service included assignments in the Narcotics Division and the SWAT team. Anthony retired at the rank of captain in 2003, having also served as the deputy commander of the Detectives Bureau.
Following his retirement from law enforcement, Anthony entered public service, winning a seat on the Nevada Board of Regents in 2004, where he served until 2008. His tenure on the board overseeing the University of Nevada, Reno and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas focused on fiscal policy and campus security. This electoral success paved the way for his subsequent campaign for the Las Vegas City Council.
Elected in 2009 to represent Ward 4, Anthony served on the Las Vegas City Council for 14 years. During his tenure, he chaired the Metro Police Fiscal Affairs Committee and served on the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada. Key initiatives included advocating for infrastructure projects along the Interstate 15 corridor, supporting economic development in the Downtown Las Vegas area, and emphasizing public safety budgets. He was a consistent voice on issues related to the Las Vegas Strip and Harry Reid International Airport.
In the 2022 Nevada elections, Anthony was elected Lieutenant Governor of Nevada on a ticket with gubernatorial candidate Joe Lombardo, defeating Democratic incumbent Lisa Cano Burkhead. His campaign highlighted his law enforcement background and fiscal conservatism. As lieutenant governor, Anthony serves as the president of the Nevada Senate and sits on the Nevada Commission on Tourism and the Nevada Commission on Economic Development. He is a candidate for re-election in the 2024 Nevada elections.
Anthony is married to his wife, Linda, and they have two adult children. He is a member of the Greek Orthodox Church and has been involved with organizations such as the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce and the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association. An avid supporter of UNLV athletics, Anthony holds season tickets for the Runnin' Rebels.
Category:1955 births Category:Lieutenant Governors of Nevada Category:Las Vegas City Council members Category:University of Nevada, Las Vegas alumni Category:American police officers Category:Nevada Republicans Category:American military personnel of the United States Air Force Category:Living people