Bullhead City public meetings in 2025

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled public meeting on December 17, 2025. The notice states there are no items to come before the Commission at this time.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will vote on several development and budget items, including a zoning amendment for a 9.8‑acre parcel at 2350 Silver Creek Road and a final plat for CityCentre District Lots 4 and 5 with a water allocation of 52.39 acre‑feet. The council will also consider a magistrate services agreement with Tom Brady at $75 per hour, a $20,000 budget transfer for BARC site security improvements, and a $775,000 budget amendment to fund the Marketplace Chaparral Golf Course. Additional items include approvals of minutes, a public‑safety vehicle exemption, and an ICE/DHS memorandum of understanding.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-14 amendment for 9.8‑acre parcel at 2350 Silver Creek Road
• Approve final plat for CityCentre District Lots 4 & 5 with 52.39 acre‑feet water allocation
• Approve Judicial Services Interim City Magistrate Agreement with Tom Brady at $75.00 hourly
• Approve up to $20,000 budget transfer for BARC site roll gate and fence installation at 2435 Miracle Mile
• Approve $775,000 budget amendment for Marketplace Chaparral Golf Course

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two action items: a 25-year conditional use permit for an existing auto body shop at 3060 Highway 95 in a C2 district, and an amendment to a previous zoning map change (Z23-011) to grant additional time for building permits on a 9.8-acre parcel at 2350 Silver Creek Road. The commission will also vote on approving previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and possible action on Conditional Use Permit U01-001 Amendment #1 for continued auto body shop use at 3060 Highway 95 (C2 zone, 25-year term).
• Public hearing and possible action on Zoning Map Change Z23-011 Amendment #1 for a 9.8-acre parcel at 2350 Silver Creek Road, seeking extra time to obtain building permits.
• Approval of November 6, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will discuss a $77,127.17 agreement with PepperBall, a division of United Tactical Systems, for pepperball products and training and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. Council members will also adopt Resolution No. 2025R-51 to apply for a Department of Justice grant for 22 new bulletproof vests and approve the transfer of funds. Additional items include approving the November 18 meeting minutes and renaming Firebird Field in Rotary Park to Bighorn Field.

• Approve the minutes of the November 18, 2025 Regular Council Meeting
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025R-51 to seek a DOJ grant for 22 bulletproof vests
• Approve a $77,127.17 agreement with PepperBall for pepperball products and training, and transfer the amount from the general fund contingency
• Approve renaming Firebird Field in Rotary Park to Bighorn Field
• Waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented for adoption

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled meeting on November 19, 2025. The notice states there are no items to come before the Commission at this time.

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

This special meeting is an executive session closed to the public. The council will discuss recruiting a new City Magistrate and seek legal advice concerning the Mohave County Airport Authority. No legal action will be taken during the session.

• Discussion on recruitment of a new City Magistrate (per Municipal Code §2.36.025 and A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1)&(3))
• Discussion for legal advice on the Mohave County Airport Authority (per A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3))

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map change for Sun River Mesa Townhomes on 6.778 acres at 135 Landon Drive, plus approve a $838,033.86 well drilling contract and a $25,000 contribution to the Bullhead Regional Food Bank. Other items include a subdivision code amendment, 2026 legislative priorities, and extended leash-free hours at Sandy Toes Beach. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a preliminary plat for Dunton Estates.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-12 to rezone 6.778 acres from R2MF to R1L-PAD for Sun River Mesa Townhomes, with preliminary plat and condominium plat abandonment
• Contract with KP Ventures Well Drilling for $838,033.86 for the 6-1 Well Drilling Project
• One-time contribution of $25,000 to Bullhead Regional Food Bank for holiday food assistance
• Adoption of Ordinance 2025-13 amending subdivision code chapters 16.12, 16.24, and 16.28
• Extending leash-free hours at Sandy Toes Beach from 4:30-8:00 a.m. to 4:30-9:00 a.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider four items, including a temporary sand and gravel mining operation, a conditional use permit for an off-premises sign, and the approval of preliminary plats for two residential developments.

• Public hearing for temporary sand and gravel mining at 1805 Bullhead Parkway
• Public hearing for off-premises sign permit at 2630 Desert Trail Drive
• Preliminary plat approval for Dunton Estates at 135 Landon Drive
• Zoning map change to PAD for Sun River Mesa Townhomes at 827 Landon Drive
• Approval of October 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing on a liquor license application for Dockside Mini Market and consider approving a $755,418.84 construction contract for the South Supply Line Phase 2 water project. Other action items include ratifying and extending the low-cost spay/neuter clinic contract up to $90,000 for 2026 and adopting a criminal justice data-sharing agreement with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. The consent agenda includes routine items such as meeting minutes, right-of-way dedications for the Safeway right-turn lane project, and an easement for a firepit at Gary Keith Park.

• Public hearing on Series 9 liquor license for Dockside Mini Market at 416 Hancock Road
• Approval of $755,418.84 contract with Kay Constructors for South Supply Line Phase 2
• Ratification and extension of Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic contract up to $90,000 through 2026
• Adoption of Intergovernmental Agreement with Arizona DPS for police criminal justice data sharing
• Three right-of-way dedications from Safeway and Wells Fargo for the Safeway right-turn lane project

Bullhead City Council Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council is holding an executive session to discuss and consult with the Human Resources and Risk Manager and City Attorney regarding the recruitment of a new City Magistrate. No votes or legal actions will be taken during this closed session.

• Discussion on recruitment of a new City Magistrate (Bullhead City Municipal Code Section 2.36.025; A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(1)&(3))

Special City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly recommend the approval of a liquor license application. The decision involves a Series 5 (Government) License for a specific local business.

• Public hearing for Series 5 (Government) License Job No. 362073 for Chaparral Golf and Country Club at 1260 Mohave Drive

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the design and final approval of a transit hub. The council will also enter an executive session for legal advice regarding the Mohave County Airport Authority.

• Discussion of transit hub design and final approval
• Executive session for legal advice concerning the Mohave County Airport Authority

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map change and preliminary plat for a new residential development called The Dunes at Bullhead. Other action items include a code amendment on accessory structures, a $180,354 software subscription, renaming Chaparral Golf and Country Club, and several transit-related actions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-11: zoning change from C2 to PAD with R1L uses and preliminary plat for The Dunes at Bullhead (south side of Bullhead Parkway, west of Mohave Crossroads)
• Discussion on Ordinance 2025-12 and Resolution 2025R-47: amendment to Accessory Structures code (Chapter 17.06)
• Approve ClearGov budgeting software subscription: $180,354.02 for three years
• Approve renaming Chaparral Golf and Country Club to Chaparral Golf Course and Restaurant
• Discussion on accepting a static military display (2½-ton truck) and using prior funds for costs

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

This is a special executive session where the Bullhead City Council will meet privately with the City Attorney to discuss or consult on legal advice concerning the Mohave County Airport Authority. No legal action will be taken during the session.

• Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the City Attorney regarding the Mohave County Airport Authority (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3))

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will discuss and possibly approve three construction contracts for right‑turn lane improvements and a State Route 95 widening project, with total contract values up to $4.6 million. The council will also consider a jetty code amendment and the formation of a standing committee for a U.S. Military static display program. Items on the consent agenda, including grant resolutions and a water‑line easement dedication, will be voted on together.

• Approve a construction contract with Perco Rock Company for the Safeway Right Turn Lane Improvements project, not to exceed $2,536,703.40
• Approve a construction contract with Perco Rock Company for the State Route 95 at Laughlin Ranch Boulevard Southbound Right Turn Lane project, not to exceed $474,610.62
• Approve a construction contract with McCormick Construction Company for the City Centre Improvement District State Route 95 widening Marina Boulevard to North Oatman Road project, not to exceed $1,630,178.00
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-10 amending the public parks code (Jetty Code Amendment 2025) and Resolution No. 2025R-46 declaring it a public record
• Approve a standing committee to review and submit items for the U.S. Military static display program

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two condominium plats (La Jolla Village and Pueblo Del Rio), a zoning map change and preliminary plat for The Dunes at Bullhead, and a code amendment on accessory structures. They will also vote on approving the previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary condominium Plat S25-005 for La Jolla Village at 810 Indian Head Drive
• Public hearing on preliminary condominium Plat S25-007 for Pueblo Del Rio at 370 Riverfront Drive
• Public hearing on zoning map change Z25-002 from C2 to PAD (with R1L and R2MF uses) and preliminary plat S25-002 for The Dunes at Bullhead, south of Bullhead Parkway
• Public hearing on code amendment to Title 17, Chapter 17.06, concerning accessory structures
• Approval of the September 4, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission announced it will not hold its scheduled meeting on September 17, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. because there are no items before the commission. The notice directs the public to the Recreation Division at 2285 Trane Road for further information.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a water and sewer rate increase effective January 1, 2026. The council will also discuss and possibly approve acquiring Chaparral Golf Course and a related liquor license. Other items include a $207,309.92 police vehicle upfit contract, a turf reduction grant agreement for Arroyo Vista Park, and an engineering services agreement for the CityCentre Improvement District.

• Public hearing and adoption of water and sewer rate increase (Resolution 2025R-42)
• Discussion and possible action on acquisition of Chaparral Golf Course (Resolution 2025R-41)
• Approve $207,309.92 for patrol vehicle upfits with Airwave Communications AZ LLC (Resolution 2025R-40)
• Approve Turf Reduction Water Conservation Grant Agreement for Arroyo Vista Park
• Approve $61,750 professional assessment engineering services for CityCentre Improvement District with EPS Group Inc.

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map change and subdivision amendment to give the Palm Villas Estates developer additional time to record the final plat. The Commission will also consider a preliminary condominium plat for Toy Shack Storage at 2599 Laughlin Ranch Boulevard. Additionally, the Commission will elect a chair and vice chair for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and conduct an annual review of its bylaws (no changes proposed).

• Preliminary condominium plat S25-004 for Toy Shack Storage, located at 2599 Laughlin Ranch Boulevard
• Public hearing on zoning map change Z06-007 / subdivision S06-016 amendment #6 to extend time to record final plat for Palm Villas Estates (Palm Villas Ranchos, Tract 1226, Parcel C)
• Election of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2025-2026 fiscal year
• Annual review of Planning and Zoning Commission Bylaws (no action needed)
• Approval of July 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed water and wastewater rate increase, though no action will be taken at this meeting. Other actions include a $75,000 budget amendment for pickleball court improvements funded by a donation, a vote on removing a traffic median on Greenlight, and approval of intergovernmental agreements for emergency mutual aid and radio system sharing. The council will also consider naming an ADA ramp and a dog beach, and amending animal control rules.

• Public hearing on intent to increase water and wastewater rates (discussion only, no action)
• Budget amendment transferring $75,000 from Grant Fund for pickleball court shade structures and bleachers at Rotary Park
• Resolution to approve Interstate Mutual Aid Agreement with Nevada for emergency response
• Discussion on removing raised traffic median between Richardo and Central Avenues
• Public hearing on Series 6 (Bar) liquor license application for The Pour House at 845 Hancock Road

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly vote on recommendations to City Council regarding three initiatives: prohibiting jumping or diving from the Rotary Park Jetty, setting a speed limit for motorized vehicles on city trails, and adding a dog beach at Rotary Park. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its July 16 regular meeting.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Recommend ordinance prohibiting jumping or diving from Rotary Park Jetty
• Recommend a speed limit for motorized vehicles on city trails
• Recommend addition of a dog beach at Rotary Park

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council will tour the new Animal Resource Center, then hold a work session to discuss the Community Development Block Grant. An executive session will be used for legal consultation with the City Attorney about the Mohave County Airport Authority. No formal actions are scheduled during the tour or work session.

• Tour of new Bullhead City Animal Resource Center (public not invited)
• Work session discussion of the Community Development Block Grant
• Executive session legal consultation on Mohave County Airport Authority

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will discuss and possibly act on a police department contract addendum increasing the voice‑logging recorder system total to $75,957, a $15,000 budget transfer for donated equipment at Veteran’s Park, a $50,000 River Fund transportation grant for homeless services, a $160,314.50 fund transfer for an animal resource center play area, and a liquor license application for a microbrewery at 2921 Friendly Place.

• Approve Second Addendum to police voice‑logging system contract, raising total to $75,957 (Police Chief Trebes)
• Authorize up to $15,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Parks Maintenance for donated equipment at Veteran’s Park (City Manager Cotter)
• Approve $50,000 River Fund Transportation Assistance Grant for homeless transportation (Human Services Director Tipton)
• Transfer $160,314.50 from Grant Fund to Municipal Capital Projects Fund for Bullhead City Animal Resource Center play area (Human Services Director Tipton)
• Public hearing on Series 3 microbrewery liquor license for The Heavy Metal Brewing Company at 2921 Friendly Place (City Clerk Ogden)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its scheduled August 7, 2025 meeting because there are no items to come before the commission. This is a procedural cancellation; no decisions or discussions will take place.

• No items to be considered; meeting cancelled

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council will hold a special meeting and executive session. They will discuss a proposal to create a dog beach at Rotary Park and hear from a county supervisor on airport authority issues. In executive session, the council will seek legal advice on the Chaparral Golf Course, a water transaction with Bermuda Water, and the Thornton v. City litigation.

• Discussion of dog beach at Rotary Park
• Mohave County Airport Authority issues with Supervisor Rich Lettman
• Executive session: legal advice on Chaparral Golf Course
• Executive session: possible water transaction with Bermuda Water
• Executive session: legal update on Thornton v. City (food sharing ordinance)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Council will vote on a consent agenda approving $225,000 for biosolids disposal and a utility improvement dedication. A public hearing will consider a new restaurant liquor license for Miguelito's Mexican Food. Action items include contracts for street maintenance materials totaling over $1.1 million, wastewater treatment membrane replacement for $809,830, and SWAT equipment for $63,075. The Council will also discuss a resolution inviting the Secretary of the Interior to the Davis Dam anniversary.

• Approve up to $926,014 for asphalt emulsion for street repairs from Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions
• Approve $809,830 for replacement of two wastewater treatment plant membranes
• Approve up to $225,000 for biosolids disposal at Mohave Valley Landfill
• Approve $100,000 for Boys' and Girls' Club of the Colorado River
• Purchase of SWAT protective equipment for $63,075 from Aardvark

Bullhead Area Transit System BATS Commission Meeting

The Bullhead Area Transit System Commission will hear a presentation from the Bullhead City MPO Executive Director and staff. The body will also review transit program updates, financial and performance reports, and passenger complaints.

• Bullhead City MPO Presentation
• 5305 (e) Grant Award to BHCMPO
• 5307 Program Update
• Approval of May 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Commission will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting also includes updates on recreation programs and capital projects.

• Election of Chairperson for fiscal year 2025-2026
• Election of Vice Chairperson for fiscal year 2025-2026
• Parks Capital Projects Update for fiscal year 2025-2026
• Recreation Program Update
• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes

Special City Council Meeting-Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council is holding an executive session to discuss or consult for legal advice with the City Attorney concerning the Chaparral Golf Course, under Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-431.03(A)(3). No legal action will be taken during the session.

• Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the City Attorney concerning the Chaparral Golf Course

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will seat Council Member Elect Pamela Smith and elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The body will also consider equipment purchases for Public Works and approve several land plats.

• Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Purchase of Crac-Vac 2 from CRAFCO for $83,119.05 plus taxes and freight
• Purchase of E-Z Series II 1500 Diesel Melter from CRAFCO for $147,629.33 plus taxes and freight
• Approval of Preliminary Plat for CityCentre District Lots 4 and 5
• Approval of Amended Final Plat for Montano Ridge Estates Tract 5165, Unit 2 and Final Condominium Plat for Toy Shack Storage Fox Creek

Special City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will conduct interviews with 10 applicants to fill the vacant City Council position created by the resignation of Mayor Steve D'Amico. Following the interviews, the Council will vote to appoint a citizen to fill the seat from July 15, 2025, through the end of the 2026 election cycle. The appointee will be sworn in at the regular City Council meeting on July 15, 2025.

• Interviews with 10 applicants for vacant City Council seat
• Appointment of a citizen to fill vacancy through end of 2026 election cycle
• Appointee to be sworn in at July 15 regular Council meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for the CityCentre District Lots 4 and 5 (Plat S25-003). The hearing will allow residents to comment on the proposed subdivision before the commission decides on approval. No other actions are listed.

• Approve minutes from the June 5, 2025 regular meeting
• Public hearing – preliminary plat S25-003 for CityCentre District Lots 4 and 5
• Open public comment period (up to 15 minutes total)
• Potential discussion of future agenda topics

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss and possibly set a public hearing for September 2, 2025, on new water and sewer rate structures, based on a rate study from June 26, 2025. The council also considers purchasing seven police vehicles for $432,103, ratifying a radio purchase for $65,384, approving an auditing contract for $77,405, and entering an intergovernmental agreement with Clark County for animal drop-off. A special meeting is proposed for July 8 to fill a council vacancy, with seating and officer elections on July 15.

• Public hearing set for Sept 2 on proposed water and sewer rate increases (Resolution 2025R-32)
• Purchase of 7 police vehicles from Phil Long Dealerships for $432,103.31
• Ratification of $65,383.87 purchase of 7 APX8500 radios for police
• Approval of settlement agreement in Luna v. City and Tri R Construction (Mohave County Superior Court No. CV202400708)
• Appointment of two citizens to fill vacancies on the Board of Appeals

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission of Bullhead City will not hold its scheduled public meeting on June 18, 2025, because there are no items to come before the Commission. This is a cancellation of the regular meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing for taxpayers to comment on the proposed FY 2025-2026 final budget. After the hearing, the council is expected to adopt Resolution 2025R-28, which sets the budget at $193,087,363 in total expenditures.

• Motion to waive full reading of all ordinances and resolutions presented for adoption.
• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 final budget in accordance with A.R.S. § 42-17104.
• Adoption of Resolution 2025R-28 establishing the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, with total expenditures not to exceed $193,087,363.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council is voting on a $1,281,067.92 contract with Axon Enterprises for a body-worn camera system with AI software. Other actions include a $150,000 contract for animal resource center wiring and security, $400,000 in budget amendments, and appointments to multiple boards. The council will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license for Big Belly Nelly’s Sports Bar and Grill and address a council vacancy.

• Approve $1,281,067.92 contract with Axon Enterprises for body-worn cameras with AI software
• Approve $150,000 contract with My Alarmtek LLC for Animal Resource Center wiring and security
• Authorize $400,000 budget amendments from general fund to utilities, pest abatement, public works, parks
• Public hearing to recommend approval of Series 12 liquor license for Big Belly Nelly’s Sports Bar & Grill at 1751 Highway 95 #187
• Appoint citizens to Board of Adjustment, Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several public‑hearing items, including the abandonment of an 8‑foot utility easement in Parcel L of Chaparral Terrace. It will also review preliminary plats for The Village at Mercado Condominiums and The Residences at Parkside. The meeting includes approval of the April 3, 2025 minutes and an open public comment period.

• Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting.
• Public hearing to approve abandonment of the westernmost 8’ public utility easement in Parcel L, Chaparral Terrace, Tract 4020.
• Public hearing to approve the preliminary condominium plat for The Village at Mercado Condominiums, Tract 5036, Tierra Grande, Tract 4023‑A, Block 1, Lot 13.
• Public hearing to approve the preliminary plat for The Residences at Parkside, Tract 5170, CityCentre District.
• Open public comment period (up to 15 minutes total).

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will consider several action items, including a $151,789 purchase for a middle school athletic field, a $414,370 highway right‑turn lane contract, a $523,772 animal shelter agreement, a noise‑code amendment, and a public hearing on the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget. Items on the consent agenda such as meeting minutes and final plats for Montano Ridge Estates and Sunbeam Drive Townhomes will be approved by a single motion. The meeting also includes proclamations and public comment periods.

• Approve Bullhead City Middle School Athletic Fields purchase up to $151,789.30 (Play It Safe Playgrounds)
• Approve Highway 95/Mohave Drive Southbound Right Turn Lane contract up to $414,370.00 (McCormick Construction)
• Approve Animal Resource Center housing agreement for $523,772.00 (Tristar Metals, Inc.)
• Adopt Ordinance 2025‑7 amending the unreasonable noise code
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2025R‑27 for the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget

City Council Work Session/Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council will hold a special work session to discuss two items: annual funding for The Legacy Foundation Christine Stamper Center for Help & Hope (operated by Catholic Charities) and proposed city water and sewer rates along with discount programs. No legal action will be taken during this meeting. An executive session will follow for legal advice on the Chaparral Golf Course, litigation updates, and the annual review of the City Attorney.

• Discussion of annual funding for The Legacy Foundation Christine Stamper Center for Help & Hope (Catholic Charities)
• Discussion of proposed city water and sewer rates and discount programs
• Executive session: legal advice on Chaparral Golf Course
• Executive session: litigation update with City Attorney
• Executive session: annual review of City Attorney Gam Emery

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled public meeting on May 21, 2025, because there are no items to come before the Commission. The cancellation notice was issued by the City Clerk on May 15, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled — no agenda items scheduled

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly adopt Resolution No. 2025R-25, which approves the Comprehensive Fee Schedule for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The agenda also includes routine items such as a waiver motion, manager’s report items, and public comment. No other action items, contracts, or rezoning proposals are listed for this meeting.

• Resolution 2025R-25 – approval of the Comprehensive Fee Schedule for FY 2025/2026 (public hearing)
• Waiver motion to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented
• Manager’s Report items: International Council of Shopping Centers Convention; Summer Camp – Final Registration; Customer Service Training

City Council Budget Work Session

The City Council will discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. The session includes a budget overview and presentations on revenues, expenditures, and programs for all governmental funds.

• Proposed budget for Judicial, Legal, and Development Services
• Proposed budget for Police and Public Works
• Proposed budget for Legislative, Financial, and Technology Services
• Proposed budget for Executive, Human Services, and Utilities
• Capital Improvement Plan

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will vote on issuing up to $9 million in excise tax revenue bonds for capital projects, approve a $1.08 million change order for wet well rehabilitation at Lift Station 18-1, and hear an appeal of a conditional use permit for an RV storage facility on Chaparral Drive. Other action items include purchasing animal cremation equipment for $286,137, renewing several intergovernmental agreements, and amending the municipal code on public access to the Colorado River. The consent agenda covers routine items such as minutes, improvement district assessments, and annual contributions from the Pest Abatement District.

• Bond issuance not to exceed $9,000,000 (Resolution 2025R-24)
• Change Order No. 4 for Wet Well Rehabilitation at Lift Station 18-1: $1,075,515.59
• Public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit for RV storage on Chaparral Drive near Stonebridge
• Purchase of animal cremation equipment for Animal Resource Center: $286,137
• Amendment to agreement for Laughlin Ranch Well 1 pump installation: increase of $10,282.80

City Council Work Session/Executive Session

The City Council will hold an executive session to seek legal advice on a proposed real property donation for the animal resource center. The council will then convene for a special meeting to discuss proposed city water and sewer rates. No legal action will be taken during either session.

• Legal consultation on proposed real property donation for the animal resource center
• Discussion regarding proposed city water and sewer rates

Bullhead Area Transit System BATS Commission Meeting

The Bullhead Area Transit System Commission will hear a presentation on the Multimodal Transit Facility plans from Selberg Associates Inc. The commission will also receive financial and performance updates, including a $307 program update and a 5305(e) grant award to BHCMPO. Minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting will be discussed for approval. Public comments may be offered on general transit topics.

• Presentation of Bullhead Area Transit System Multimodal Transit Facility plans – Selberg Associates Inc.
• $307 Program Update (financial report)
• 5305(e) Grant Award to BHCMPO
• Transit program updates: financial and performance reports, passenger complaint reports
• Approval of minutes from the February 3, 2025 commission meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its scheduled May 1, 2025 meeting because there are no items to come before the Commission at this time.

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled public meeting on April 16, 2025. The notice states there are no items to come before the Commission at this time.

Special City Council Meeting

At a special work session, the Bullhead City Council discussed options for managing city street rights-of-way used for public river access, including possible sale, lease, gating, or closure of specific access points. No action was taken; the item was discussion only.

• Discussion of complaints about trash, public intoxication, and vandalism at Fourth Street, Colorado Rio Vista, Trane Road, Park Lane, and Yale Drive access points
• Options include selling parcels with drainage easements, leasing to neighbors with restrictions, gating with limited hours, or closing access points
• City has invested millions in public beaches at parks with restrooms and trash receptacles; street ends have no facilities
• Formal complaint from David and Susan Mendonca cited as prompting renewed discussion

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will discuss several high-value utility contracts and a liquor license application. The meeting includes proposals for wastewater treatment plant clarifier rehabilitations and flood control funding for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• Three rehabilitation agreements for Section 10 Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifiers 1, 2, and 3 with WesTech totaling up to $2,286,734
• Purchase of hydra-stop insta-valve equipment from Hydra-Stop for $82,381
• Agreement with Evoqua Water Technologies for odor and corrosion control up to $80,154 and bioxide chemical funding up to $161,101
• Public hearing for a Series 12 Liquor License for French Connection Restaurant and Bar at 2245 Clearwater Drive
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Mohave County Flood Control District for 2025-2026 project funds

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (U25-001) to allow a multi-unit storage building in the Chaparral Terrace subdivision, located at 1175 Chaparral Drive on parcels zoned PAD-R1L. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit U25-001 for a multi-unit storage building at 1175 Chaparral Drive (Chaparral Terrace Tract 4020, Parcels K & L)
• Discussion and possible action to approve the March 6, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will consider several contract and agreement approvals, including a $711,430 purchase of WesTech Oxystream aerators with a competitive‑bidding waiver. Other items include a $489,000 engineering services agreement for the CityCentre Improvement District, a $71,775 water pipe replacement contract, and a $525,239 chiller replacement contract for the Justice Center Complex. The council will also adopt a resolution to reduce the annual parking pass fee for non‑city residents and rename part of Merrill Road to Brady Boulevard.

• Approve Agreement for Professional Engineering Services for CityCentre Improvement District Development Project, up to $489,000 (Anderson‑Nelson, Inc.)
• Approve $71,775 contract for Section 10 Water Reclamation Plant 24‑inch pipe replacement with Kay Constructors, LLC
• Approve $711,430 purchase and installation of WesTech Oxystream Aerators, with waiver of competitive bidding
• Approve $525,239 contract with Yavapai Mechanical LLC for replacement of two chillers at the Justice Center Complex
• Adopt resolution to reduce annual parking pass fee for non‑city residents and expand the covered area

City Council Work Session/Executive Session

The City Council will discuss Section 10 wastewater projects and lift‑station improvements, but no legal action will be taken during the work session. Afterward the council will move to an executive session for the annual review of City Clerk Debie Ogden as required by Arizona Revised Statutes § 38‑431.03(A)(1). No decisions or actions are scheduled for either item at this meeting.

• Discussion of Section 10 wastewater projects and lift‑station improvements (no legal action)
• Annual review of City Clerk Debie Ogden per Arizona Revised Statutes § 38‑431.03(A)(1) (no legal action)

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a proposal to create water areas for dogs in various parks, but no action will be taken on that item at this meeting. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting, hear a presentation on a Kaden Mills Eagle Project, and receive updates on parks and recreation programs.

• Discussion only on creating water areas for dogs in various parks
• Presentation: Kaden Mills Eagle Project
• Parks & Recreation Superintendent's Report: park and recreation program updates
• Discussion and possible action to approve February 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will hold public hearings on several land‑use actions, including a zoning map change for a parcel on Turquoise Road and a general‑plan amendment for a 33.7‑acre area. Council members will also discuss and possibly approve a contract for the “20‑1 Well Completion and Transmission Main” project with Kay Constructors, not to exceed $2,694,466.61. A liquor license application for Meoni’s Pizzeria will be heard, and the minutes of the March 4 meeting will be approved.

• Public hearing on zoning map change from C1 to R2MF for 0.17‑acre at 1540 Turquoise Road
• Public hearing on general‑plan amendment changing land use from RC to MHDR for ~33.7 acre
• Public hearing on Series 12 restaurant liquor license (Job No. 319127) for Meoni’s Pizzeria, 2350 Miracle Mile #306
• Approval of contract with Kay Constructors for the “20‑1 Well Completion and Transmission Main” project, up to $2,694,466.61

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a zoning map change for a .17-acre lot at 1540 Turquoise Road, a general plan amendment for 33.7 acres from regional commercial to medium high density residential, and a conditional use permit for a multi-unit storage building at 1175 Chaparral Drive. The commission may also approve minutes from the February 6 meeting.

• Public hearing on zoning map change Z25-001 for 1540 Turquoise Road from C1 to R2MF
• Public hearing on general plan amendment P25-001 for 33.7 acres from RC to MHDR
• Public hearing on conditional use permit U25-001 for multi-unit storage at 1175 Chaparral Drive
• Approval of February 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will consider a resolution directing staff to seek transfer of National Park Service lands not within Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the city for public benefit. Other action items include purchasing a RoadSaver RS-3G slurry/micro surfacing machine for $477,003 and a precast concrete restroom for the UTV/ATV trailhead for up to $239,665.39. The meeting also features updates on red light enforcement, spring sporting events, summer camp, and state legislative activities.

• Purchase of RoadSaver RS-3G slurry machine from E.D. Etnyre & Co. for $477,003 plus taxes and freight, with waiver of competitive bidding
• Purchase of precast concrete restroom from CXT Precast Concrete Products for UTV/ATV trailhead parking lot, total not to exceed $239,665.39
• Adoption of Resolution 2025R-8 directing staff to seek transfer of National Park Service lands not within Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the city
• Update on key State of Arizona legislative activities in 2025

Council Tour/Work Session

The Bullhead City Council will tour the new Animal Resource Center, then hold a work session to discuss proposed changes to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. Staff will post recommended changes online before seeking adoption on May 20, 2025.

• Tour of new Bullhead City Animal Resource Center (active construction site, public not invited)
• Discussion of proposed fee changes to Recreation and Utilities categories in the Comprehensive Fee Schedule
• New fee proposed for Gary Keith Park pavilion rental ($1,000 per day)
• New lost water fee proposed ($250 plus $2.00 per gallon)
• Fee changes, if adopted, would take effect July 1, 2025

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and to recommend adoption of a plan adding power, lights, and an oval track to the Rotary Park RC Track. The recommendation is a non‑binding motion to forward the plan to the City Council. No other decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve November 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Recommend adoption of Rotary Park RC Track improvement plan (power, lights, oval track)
• Discuss topics for the next agenda (no items identified)
• Open public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will discuss zoning map changes for two residential and commercial projects. The body is also reviewing a law enforcement mutual aid agreement and a pump installation contract.

• Zoning change for 'City Centre District' at 2541 Highway 95 from Public Lands to Planned Area Development
• Zoning change for 'Viewpoint' project from R1L-D35 to R1L-D6
• Contract with Empire Pump for Laughlin Ranch Well 1 pump installation for $86,194.80 plus taxes
• Mutual aid agreement with Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
• Adoption of rental fees for the Optimum Community Center

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a request to change zoning from R1L-D35 (35,000 sq. ft. minimum lots) to R1L-06 (6,000 sq. ft. minimum lots) and approve the preliminary plat for the Viewpoint subdivision. The commission will also consider approval of the January 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Public hearing on zoning map change Z24-010 for Viewpoint from R1L-D35 to R1L-06 (portions of Sections 11 and 12, T19N, R22W)
• Request for approval of preliminary plat for Viewpoint subdivision (S24-004)
• Approval of January 2, 2025 special and regular meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The city council will consider several action items including an amendment to an on-call water and wastewater repair contract with Premier Backhoe Inc. for up to $400,000 annually, acceptance of the FY2024 audited financial report, a public hearing on the biennial impact fee audit for FY2022-2023 and FY2023-2024, an amendment to the River Fund Transportation Assistance Grant adding $20,000, and an ordinance to repeal Chapter 2.96 Franchise/License Commission. No liquor license hearings or building/planning items are scheduled. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Amendment to on-call water/wastewater repair contract with Premier Backhoe Inc. up to $400,000 annually
• Acceptance of audited annual financial report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024
• Public hearing on biennial impact fee audit for FY2022-2023 and FY2023-2024
• Amendment to River Fund Transportation Assistance Grant adding $20,000 from contingency
• Ordinance 2025R-2 repealing Chapter 2.96 Franchise/License Commission

Bullhead Area Transit System BATS Commission Meeting

The Bullhead Area Transit System Commission will meet to review transit program updates and financial reports. The meeting includes a presentation from Interim MPO Executive Director Loera.

• MPO Update Presentation by Interim MPO Executive Director Loera
• Review of Financial and Performance Reports
• Review of Passenger Complaint and Transit Accident Reports
• Transit Facility Update
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bullhead City Council will consider several action items, including a $214,278.20 purchase of parking‑lot lighting for the Optimum Center and a budget transfer of up to $260,000. It will also discuss a code amendment adding sign regulations, the sunsetting of the Franchise License Commission, and a resolution recommending safety improvements on State Route 68. Additional items include a water allocation for the Goldrush Resort project and a liquor‑license recommendation for a Circle K store.

• Approve purchase of Optimum Center parking lighting from ClearWorld for $214,278.20 plus tax and shipping
• Budget transfer of up to $260,000 from contingency to fund the lighting purchase
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑1 adding sign regulations to the municipal code
• Sunset the Franchise License Commission and direct the City Manager to draft an implementing ordinance
• Recommend safety improvements for State Route 68 at the city gateway

Bullhead City Council Executive Session

The Bullhead City Council will meet in executive session to receive legal advice on the pending lawsuit Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool v. City of Bullhead City and to conduct the annual review of the City Manager. No legal action will be taken during the session. Prior to the meeting, council members will view newly purchased water and wastewater equipment.

• Legal advice on lawsuit Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool v. City of Bullhead City (CV2024-029964)
• Annual review of the City Manager performance
• Pre-meeting viewing of water and wastewater equipment and vehicles

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled January 15, 2025 meeting because there are no items to come before the commission at this time.

• No items scheduled; meeting cancelled

Regular City Council Meeting

The Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve minutes from December 17. The main action item is discussion and possible approval of a construction contract with Premier Backhoe for replacement of a 24-inch sewer main on Merrill Avenue, costing $271,986.07. No other public hearings or building/planning items are scheduled.

• Consent agenda: approve minutes of the December 17, 2024 Special and Regular Council Meetings.
• Action item: discussion and possible approval of contract with Premier Backhoe for sewer main replacement on Merrill Avenue in the amount of $271,986.07.

Special Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a Planned Area Development (PAD) request for the CityCentre District. The applicant seeks to change the zoning of a 246‑acre parcel at 2541 Highway 95 from Public Lands (PL) to PAD, allowing multiple residential and commercial uses. No legal action or formal decision will be taken during this work session.

• Request to change zoning from PL to PAD for the 246‑acre CityCentre District (APN 220‑01‑031) at 2541 Highway 95
• Proposed PAD includes RIL, RIMH, R2MF, RP and C2 zoning districts for mixed‑use development
• Cap of 2,400 residential units total and 480 off‑site manufactured homes or RVs
• Applicant asks to waive accessory storage requirements for multi‑family dwellings
• Applicant requests removal of the standard 5% open‑space requirement within the PAD

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and consider three public hearings, including a request to abandon a pedestrian walkway and a proposed zoning map change for the CityCentre District.

• Public hearing to abandon 12' pedestrian walkway at 2231 Pasco del Rio
• Public hearing for zoning map change to PAD for 246-acre CityCentre District at 2541 Highway 95
• Public hearing to amend sign regulations for political sign-free zones