Lake Havasu City public meetings in 2024
46 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone approximately 21.4 acres at 360 Cypress Drive, 340 Mulberry Avenue, and 1873 Walnut Drive from Single Family Residential District (R-1) to Public Lands and Facilities District (P-1). The commission will also vote on minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. The regular meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025 has been cancelled.
- Rezone of Tract 2302, Block 1, Parcels A and C, totaling 21.4 acres, from R-1 to P-1
- Properties affected: 360 Cypress Drive, 340 Mulberry Avenue, 1873 Walnut Drive
- Public hearing scheduled for 9:00 AM on December 18, 2024
- Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 regular meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a rezone of approximately 21.4 acres at 360 Cypress Drive, 340 Mulberry Avenue, and 1873 Walnut Drive from Single Family Residential (R-1) to Public Lands and Facilities (P-1). The rezone would allow construction of a new water quality laboratory adjacent to the Mulberry Wastewater Treatment Plant. The recommendation will go to City Council for review in January, with construction expected to start in February if approved. The commission also approved the minutes of the November 20, 2024 meeting.
- Recommended approval of rezone of 21.4 acres from R-1 to P-1 for water quality lab (7-0)
- Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold public hearings on multiple liquor licenses, a zoning ordinance amendment, and several construction and professional service contracts. The agenda includes a vote on Ordinance No. 24-1351 which would amend the development code to add time frames for zoning applications and exclude government-owned property from protest areas. Council will also select a vice mayor and consider consent items including a payroll deduction agreement with the school district and various equipment purchases.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 24-1351 amending zoning procedures to add application completeness time frames and exclude government property from protest area
- Construction contract for Site Six Fishing Dock Replacement to Bellingham Marine Industries
- Professional services agreement for Citywide Wash Management Plan with Kimley-Horn and Associates
- Lake Havasu Avenue & Mesquite Avenue Paving Rehabilitation Project to Pioneer Earth Movers
- Selection of vice mayor and approval of multiple liquor license transfers
The Lake Havasu City Council approved a $2,913,037 paving rehabilitation project for Lake Havasu and Mesquite Avenues, awarded a $1,557,138 contract for the Site Six Fishing Dock Replacement, and adopted a zoning ordinance to comply with state law. It also recommended approval of four liquor licenses and approved a $147,615 wash management plan. Councilmember Michele Lin was selected as Vice Mayor for 2025.
- Approved $2,913,037 paving project for Lake Havasu & Mesquite Avenues (6-0, Campbell recused)
- Awarded $1,557,138 contract for Site Six Fishing Dock Replacement to Bellingham Marine (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1351 amending zoning code for state compliance (7-0)
- Approved $147,615 wash management plan with Kimley-Horn (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #6 liquor license for Rooftop Bar (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #11 liquor license for Home2 Suites (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 liquor license for Juicy's (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 liquor license for Lady Lee's (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will meet in executive session to obtain legal advice on four airport-related matters: a request for proposals for an aircraft maintenance facility, a land lease at the south end of the airport, a fixed base operator lease agreement for Site 3, and related audits. Following the closed session, the council will reconvene for a public hearing to discuss and possibly take action on these items.
- Notice of Request for Proposals to Develop and Operate an Aircraft Maintenance Facility at Lake Havasu City Municipal Airport
- Notice of Request for Proposals for Aeronautical Land for Lease South End West of Taxiway C
- Airport Fixed Base Operator Lease Agreement for Site 3
- Fixed Base Operator Lease Agreement Audits
The City Council held a special meeting, adjourned to executive session for legal advice on airport matters, and reconvened to a public hearing. After no public comments, the Council voted 6-1 to direct staff to proceed as discussed in executive session regarding the aircraft maintenance facility RFP, aeronautical land lease RFP, Fixed Base Operator lease agreement for Site 3, and lease audits. The meeting then adjourned.
- Directed staff to proceed as discussed in executive session on airport RFPs and lease agreements (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The council will vote on several ordinances including updates to city fees and service charges, new police procedures for service assistants and citizen patrols, and revised rules for bicycles, e-bikes, and scooters. They will also consider a liquor license for Loaded Gun Coffee at 2100 McCulloch Boulevard N., a website redesign contract with CivicPlus, and the purchase of crack sealant products. The meeting includes recognition of outgoing councilmembers and swearing-in of newly elected members.
- Ordinance No. 24-1347 to add and revise fees and service charges (adoption)
- Ordinance No. 24-1349 adding sections on Police Service Assistants and Citizens on Patrol
- Ordinance No. 24-1350 updating rules for bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, and skates
- Series #12 Restaurant Liquor License for Loaded Gun Coffee at 2100 McCulloch Boulevard N.
- Statement of work and master services agreement with CivicPlus for comprehensive website design and content management system
The Lake Havasu City Council adopted Ordinance 24-1350, updating rules for bicycles, electric bicycles, and other devices, with restrictions to human-powered devices only in Rotary Park, the Channel area, and the Island Walking Path. The council also approved a $135,000 website redesign with CivicPlus, adopted a new fee schedule, and recommended approval of a liquor license for Loaded Gun Coffee.
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1350 restricting bikes/e-bikes to human-power in Rotary Park, Channel, Island Path (6-1)
- Approved $135,000 CivicPlus website redesign contract (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1347 updating city fee schedule (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1349 expanding Police Service Assistant and Citizens on Patrol duties (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 liquor license for Loaded Gun Coffee (7-0)
- Approved $274,442.90 crack sealant purchase from Maxwell Asphalt and Superior Supply (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Nov. 12 minutes and Dec. 10 executive session (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on approving a one-year Conditional Use Permit for a mobile food unit at 1700 McCulloch Boulevard North. The body will also consider amending city code sections regarding zoning application timelines and protest property areas.
- Approval of October 2, 2024, P&Z Commission minutes
- Conditional Use Permit for mobile food unit at 1700 McCulloch Boulevard North
- Amend City Code Sections 14.05.03 and 14.05.04(K)(5) regarding zoning procedures
- December 4, 2024, P&Z meeting canceled
- Next meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024
The Commission approved a one-year Conditional Use Permit for a mobile food unit at a hotel location. It also recommended City Council approval for state-mandated updates to zoning application and protest procedures.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Masala Kitchen food truck at 1700 McCulloch Boulevard North for one year (4-3)
- Recommended approval to City Council for City Code amendments to Sections 14.05.03 and 14.05.04(K)(5) per Senate Bill 1162 (7-0)
- Approved October 2, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as the October 22 meeting minutes and an interlocal agreement with the National Purchasing Cooperative. Public hearings will address two new liquor licenses, a downtown parking pilot program, and introductions of police and bicycle ordinances. Several contract discussions will focus on emergency medical equipment, a cloud‑based command system, advanced metering, and wastewater treatment upgrades.
- Approve cooperative purchase of emergency medical equipment and supplies exceeding $50,000 with Bound Tree Medical, LLC
- Discuss agreement and purchase of Flex Suite & Command Central Cloud Hybrid from Motorola Solutions, Inc.
- Review requirements contract for Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Beacon SaaS Managed Solution with Badger Meter
- Public hearing on Series #10 Beer and Wine Store Liquor License for 2890 Jamaica Blvd S.
- Public hearing on Series #12 Restaurant Liquor License for 230 Swanson Avenue
The Lake Havasu City Council approved a 10-year agreement with Motorola Solutions for a new public safety computer system, with a first-year cost of $743,190 plus taxes. The council also approved a downtown parking pilot program, introduced ordinances on police staffing and electric bike rules, and awarded several infrastructure contracts. All votes were 6-0 with Councilmember Jeni Coke absent.
- Approved Motorola Flex Suite & Command Central Cloud Hybrid agreement, $743,190 year one (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3792 establishing Downtown Association Pilot Parking Program (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 24-1349 on Police Service Assistants and Citizens on Patrol (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 24-1350 updating rules for bicycles, e-bikes, scooters (6-0)
- Approved cooperative purchase of emergency medical equipment from Bound Tree Medical (6-0)
- Awarded $880,769.68 bid to Layne Christensen for well pump replacement (6-0)
- Approved $97,308 design agreement with NCS Engineers for WWTP filter upgrade (6-0)
- Approved Badger Meter advanced metering infrastructure contract (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including a second bridge to NV 5 of Arizona and a traffic signal at McCulloch and Jamaica Boulevards. The body is also reviewing liquor licenses and updates to the city's fee schedule and wastewater master plan.
- Rezone of 10.29 acres at 2801 Highway 95 North from C-1/PD to C-2/PD for vehicle sales
- Professional services agreement for the second bridge to NV 5 of Arizona
- Ordinance to add and revise fees and service charges in City Code Section 3.20.040
- Liquor license applications for Sake Sushi & Grill and Dos Amigos Tacos
- Construction contract for Pioneer Earth Movers, Inc. for the Dick Samp Parking Lot Project
The City Council approved a $6,623,065 professional services agreement with NV 5 of Arizona for the design, CMAR services, and construction management of the second bridge, despite concerns raised about costs and scope. The council also approved the rezoning of 2801 Highway 95 North for an Anderson Powersports vehicle sales development, introduced the annual fee schedule update with several adjustments, and approved multiple other contracts and agreements.
- Awarded $6,623,065 second bridge design/CMAR contract to NV 5 (4-3)
- Approved rezone of 2801 Highway 95 North to C-2/PD for vehicle sales (7-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 24-1347 updating city fees with council amendments (7-0)
- Approved $577,656.46 pavement preservation agreement with Holbrook Asphalt (7-0)
- Awarded $139,480 Dick Samp Parking Lot contract to Pioneer Earth Movers (6-0, Campbell recused)
- Approved $531,810 payment to ADOT for McCulloch/Jamaica traffic signal (7-0)
- Adopted 2024 Wastewater Master Plan update (7-0)
- Repealed Airport Advisory Board ordinance (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will discuss and take action on a restaurant liquor license and two city code ordinances. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and software subscriptions.
- Liquor license for Altitude Trampoline Park at 5601 Highway 95 N. #404-D/Renfro
- Ordinance No. 24-1345 regarding resignation to seek city public office
- Ordinance No. 24-1346 to repeal Airport Advisory Board sections of City Code
- Construction project for Island Treatment Plant (ITP) metal storage building with ABCO Builders, Inc.
- Professional services agreement for South Intake Influent Screen Project with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
The Lake Havasu City Council adopted Ordinance No. 24-1345, adding a resign-to-run requirement for council-appointed board, commission, and committee members, with a 5-1 vote (Councilmember Campbell opposed). The council also introduced an ordinance to repeal the Airport Advisory Board, approved a $61,950 contract for a metal storage building, and approved a $253,536 design agreement for the South Intake Influent Screen Project. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1345 adding resign-to-run requirement (5-1)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 24-1346 repealing Airport Advisory Board (6-0)
- Approved $61,950 bid to ABCO Builders for ITP Metal Storage Building (6-0)
- Approved $253,536 design agreement with Jacobs Engineering for South Intake Influent Screen Project (6-0)
- Approved cooperative purchase of HVAC units from Trane U.S. Inc. (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 liquor license for Altitude Trampoline Park (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, grant acceptance, and software purchases (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone a property at 2801 Highway 95 North. The proposal seeks to change the designation from Limited Commercial District/Planned Development (C-1/PD) to General Commercial District/Planned Development (C-2/PD).
- Public hearing for Planned Development Rezone and General Development Plan at 2801 Highway 95 North
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a Planned Development Rezone and General Development Plan for 2801 Highway 95 North, changing the zoning from Limited Commercial (C-1/PD) to General Commercial (C-2/PD) for a proposed Anderson Powersports dealership. The recommendation includes nine requested deviations from the Development Code, such as increased setbacks and building height limits. The item now goes to the City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of Planned Development Rezone and General Development Plan for 2801 Highway 95 North (7-0)
- Approved minutes of August 21, 2024 meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss and take action on several professional service and construction contracts. The meeting includes public hearings on a liquor license, a fair housing policy, and land use amendments.
- Rezone of 1,054 square feet at 2540 Plaza Hermosa from Golf Course to Residential Estates
- Construction contracts to Perco Rock Company for Havasupai Wash 6 and Queens Bay projects
- Professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant improvements
- Funding agreement with Mohave County for Site 6 Fishing Pier Replacement
- Restaurant liquor license for Mudshark Pizza at 283 Lake Havasu Avenue S.
The council introduced Ordinance No. 24-1345, which would require city-appointed board, commission, and committee members to resign when they file a statement of interest to run for city public office. The vote was 5-2, with Councilmembers Campbell and Lin dissenting. The council also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $936,389 construction contract for the Havasupai Wash 6 Project and a $347,210 design agreement for the Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project.
- Introduced Ordinance No. 24-1345 (resign-to-run) (5-2)
- Approved $936,389 construction contract for Havasupai Wash 6 Project (7-0)
- Approved $349,479.40 construction contract for Queens Bay Wash Crossing (7-0)
- Approved $347,210 design agreement for Water Treatment Plant Improvements (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3782 for $1.6M Site 6 Fishing Pier funding (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3779 Fair Housing Policy (7-0)
- Approved compensation and classification study contract with PSPC (7-0)
- Approved liquor license recommendation for Mudshark Pizza (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a resort-style development project and various liquor licenses. The body is also reviewing contracts for animal care services and city paving projects.
- Rezoning of 14.08 acres at 1850 Bahama Avenue from Multiple Family to Multiple Family/Planned Development for a resort-style development
- Development agreement with MDCAB, LLC for 90 lots at Trinity at Havasu Foothills Estates
- Liquor license applications for Family Dollar (90 Acoma Boulevard N.) and Rotary Kitchen & Bar (3465 Maricopa Avenue)
- Animal Care and Shelter Services contract with Western Arizona Humane Society
- Change Order No. 3 for the City Core Paving Re-bid Project with Pioneer Earth Movers, Inc.
The council voted 4-3 to send the major General Plan amendment for a proposed resort-style development at 1850 Bahama Avenue back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for reconsideration, rather than approving or denying it. The companion rezoning and development plan item was also tabled and sent back to the commission by the same 4-3 vote. The council also approved a five-year animal shelter services contract with the Western Arizona Humane Society (5-2) and approved a $254,299.50 change order for the City Core Paving Re-bid Project (6-0, one recusal).
- Sent major General Plan amendment for 1850 Bahama Ave resort project back to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-3)
- Tabled and sent rezoning/development plan for 1850 Bahama Ave back to Commission (4-3)
- Approved 5-year animal care contract with Western Arizona Humane Society, $225K-$300K/year (5-2)
- Approved $254,299.50 Change Order No. 3 for City Core Paving with Pioneer Earth Movers (6-0, Campbell recused)
- Approved $980,978.56 cooperative purchase of fuel storage system from Blue 1 Energy Equipment (7-0)
- Approved development agreement with MDCAB, LLC for 90 lots at Trinity at Havasu Foothills Estates (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #10 liquor license for Family Dollar #26559 (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 liquor license for Rotary Kitchen & Bar (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a portion of 2540 Plaza Hermosa. The body will discuss changing the land use designation and rezoning a 1,054 square foot area.
- General Plan Amendment to change 1,054 square feet of 2540 Plaza Hermosa from Open Space and Park (OSP) to Low Density Residential (LDR)
- Request to rezone 1,054 square feet of 2540 Plaza Hermosa from Golf Course (GC) to Residential Estates (R-E) District
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two related requests for a portion of 2540 Plaza Hermosa: a minor General Plan Amendment changing the Future Land Use Map designation from Open Space and Park to Low Density Residential, and a rezone from Golf Course to Residential Estates. Both items will be presented to City Council on September 24, 2024. The commission also approved the minutes of the August 7, 2024 meeting.
- Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Minor General Plan Amendment 24-4423, changing Future Land Use Map designation from Open Space and Park to Low Density Residential for 1,054 sq ft at 2540 Plaza Hermosa (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 24-4425, changing zoning from Golf Course to Residential Estates for 1,054 sq ft at 2540 Plaza Hermosa (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments and liquor licenses. The body is also deciding on multiple vehicle purchases and infrastructure project contracts.
- Proposed increase of maximum density in R-3 District from 10 to 16 dwelling units per acre
- Proposed amendment to allow backyard fowl in single-family residential districts
- Purchase of 37 Ford or Chevrolet vehicles from San Tan Ford and Midway Chevrolet Company 1, LLC
- Liquor license applications for Water’s Edge Winery (2200 Mesquite Avenue) and The Pour House Restaurant and Lounge (2093 McCulloch Boulevard N.)
- Proposed height increase for developments in R-SGD District from 18 feet to 30 feet
The council adopted Ordinance 24-1340, increasing the maximum density in the R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Residential) district from 10 to 16 dwelling units per acre, despite public opposition and concerns about infrastructure. It also adopted Ordinance 24-1342, raising the maximum height for developments adjacent to pre-existing single/two-family uses in the R-SGD district from 18 to 30 feet. Both ordinances passed 5-2, with Councilmembers Campbell and Lin dissenting. The council also approved a series of contracts and purchases, including a $205,449 runway lights project and a $118,466.50 vehicle refurbishment contract.
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1340 increasing R-3 density max from 10 to 16 units/acre (5-2)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1342 raising R-SGD height limit next to pre-existing single/two-family from 18 to 30 feet (5-2)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-1341 permitting backyard fowl on single-family lots per state law (7-0)
- Approved Task Order No. 9 with C&S Engineers for runway lights/signs project, $205,449 (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 with Jacobs Engineering for Horizontal Collector Well Rehabilitation, $88,749 (7-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 with Schofield Civil Construction for Vadose Zone Well 8, $364,400 (7-0)
- Approved Requirements Contract with Wild Rose Motors for public safety vehicle refurbishment, $118,466.50 (7-0)
- Approved cooperative purchase of 37 Ford/Chevrolet vehicles for FY 2024-25 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will vote on a resolution that declares the official canvass of the primary election held on July 30, 2024. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and adjournment. No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.
- Adopt Resolution No. 24-3777 declaring the official canvass of the July 30, 2024 primary election results
The Lake Havasu City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 24-3777, accepting the official canvass of the July 30, 2024, Primary Election. Based on the results, Nancy Campbell, David Diaz, and Cameron Moses were declared elected to the City Council, and because all seats were filled, the November 5, 2024, General Election will not be held. The newly elected councilmembers will take office on November 26, 2024.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3777 accepting the official canvass of the July 30, 2024, Primary Election (7-0)
- Declared Nancy Campbell, David Diaz, and Cameron Moses elected to the City Council
- Determined that no General Election will be held on November 5, 2024, because all seats were filled in the Primary Election
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend the Parking-In-Common Masterplan. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing for Resolution No. 24-09 to amend the Parking-In-Common Masterplan for 25 & 33 Acoma Boulevard N
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution No. 24-09, amending the Parking-In-Common Masterplan for 25 & 33 Acoma Boulevard N to allow a drive-thru for a future Riliberto's Mexican Restaurant. The approval includes conditions such as a concrete median on Acoma Boulevard N and limiting Birch Square to right-in/right-out access. The vote was 6-1, with Commissioner Stevenson dissenting. The commission also approved the July 17, 2024, meeting minutes unanimously.
- Approved Resolution No. 24-09 amending Parking-In-Common Masterplan for 25 & 33 Acoma Blvd N (6-1)
- Approved minutes of July 17, 2024, Planning & Zoning Commission meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on several resolutions and contracts, including abandoning a utility easement on Huntington Drive and purchasing two adventure motorcycles for city use. The meeting also includes public hearings on paying county water authority dues and hiring a consultant for a water tank project.
- Approve abandonment of 5-foot utility easement on 2455 Huntington Drive
- Approve purchase of two Honda CRF1100L4R Africa Twin motorcycles for $24,998 total
- Award $1.2M bid to Pronghorn Services for 2024 Water Main Replacement Phase 1
- Hire Tank Industry Consultants for $150,000 on North Havasu water project
- Approve $12,500 payment to Mohave County Water Authority for FY2024-25 dues
The Lake Havasu City Council approved several items, including a $3.21 million contract for the 2024 Water Main Replacement Phase 1, a $74,480 professional services agreement for a new water tank, and the purchase of two police motorcycles for $59,248.40. They also approved $53,970 in Mohave County Water Authority dues and a resolution to vacate and convey a small roadway parcel. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Awarded $3,210,086 bid to Pronghorn Services for 2024 Water Main Replacement Phase 1 (7-0)
- Approved $74,480 agreement with Tank Industry Consultants for North Havasu water tank project (7-0)
- Approved $59,248.40 purchase of two Honda motorcycles for police (7-0)
- Approved $53,970 Mohave County Water Authority membership dues for FY 2024-25 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3768 to vacate and convey Parcel K to adjacent Lot 6 owner (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items except 5.2 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed resort-style development at 1850 Bahama Avenue. The body will also discuss amendments to city code regarding residential density, building heights, and the keeping of backyard fowl.
- Request to amend Parking-In-Common Masterplan for 1780 McCulloch Boulevard N
- General Plan Amendment for 1850 Bahama Avenue to change 14.08 acres to Resort Related-Mainland
- Rezone request for 1850 Bahama Avenue to R-M/PD for a resort-style development
- Proposed increase of R-3 District maximum density from 10 to 16 dwelling units per acre
- Proposed city code amendments to allow backyard fowl as a permitted accessory use
The Planning and Zoning Commission elected new leadership, approved minutes and two public hearing items including a parking master plan amendment and code changes for R-3 density and backyard fowl, but voted to recommend denial of a major general plan amendment and a planned development rezone for a resort-style development on Bahama Avenue.
- Selected Jim Harris as Commission Chair (6-1)
- Selected Tiffany Wilson as Commission Vice Chair (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 19, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-08 amending the Parking-In-Common Masterplan for 1780 McCulloch Boulevard N (7-0)
- Recommended denial of Major General Plan Amendment for 1850 Bahama Avenue (4-3)
- Recommended denial of Planned Development Rezone and General Development Plan for 1850 Bahama Avenue (7-0)
- Recommended approval of City Code amendments to increase R-3 max density and R-SGD height limits (7-0)
- Recommended approval of City Code amendments to permit backyard fowl (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a property tax levy of $0.6718 per $100 of assessed valuation. The agenda also includes several public hearings regarding liquor licenses, land use amendments, and municipal equipment purchases.
- Property tax levy of $0.6718 upon assessed valuation to raise an additional $301,578
- Liquor license for Waters Edge Winery at 2200 Mesquite Avenue
- General Plan Amendment for 70-100 Inlet Drive from Low Density to High Density Residential
- Ordinance to remove maximum lot coverage requirements from residential districts
- Cooperative purchase of a Pierce Velocity Fire Engine from Hughes Fire Equipment Inc.
The City Council adopted the general property tax levy rate and the levy for Improvement District No. 2. The council also approved several fire department equipment purchases and a wastewater system design agreement.
- Adopted FY 2024-25 property tax levy rate of $0.6718 per $100 assessed value (6-0)
- Adopted Improvement District No. 2 property tax levy rate of $0.7370 per $100 assessed value (6-0)
- Approved $1.2M purchase of one Pierce Velocity Fire Engine (6-0)
- Approved up to $900,000 for refurbishment of one 2001 E-One Aerial Quint (6-0)
- Approved $287,907 design agreement with NCS Engineers for North End Wastewater System Expansion (6-0)
- Approved $75,439.46 sole source purchase of two LIFEPAK 15 units from Stryker Medical (6-0)
- Removed maximum lot coverage percent requirements from residential districts (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #13 farm winery liquor license for Waters Edge Winery (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a Truth in Taxation hearing regarding the proposed 2024-25 property tax levy. Following this, the council will move to a special meeting to adopt the final fiscal year budget. Other items include liquor license approvals and various board appointments.
- Public hearing on Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Property Tax Levy
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Final Budget
- Liquor license for SummeRay Wine Bar & Local Eatery, LLC at 2097 McCulloch Boulevard North
- Agreement with Mohave County for jail services
- Traffic signal design and construction at McCulloch Boulevard and Jamaica Boulevard intersection
The Lake Havasu City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 final budget of $257,759,482 and approved a property tax levy rate of $0.6718 per $100 assessed value. The council awarded a $514,149.88 professional services agreement to Perlman Architects of Arizona for the design and construction management of Fire Station No. 7. Additionally, the council approved appointments to several advisory boards and commissions, including a 5-2 vote for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
- Adopted FY2024-25 final budget of $257,759,482 (7-0)
- Approved FY2024-25 property tax levy rate of $0.6718 per $100 assessed value (7-0)
- Awarded Fire Station No. 7 design/CMAR contract to Perlman Architects for $514,149.88 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of Police K-9 vehicle from San Tan Ford for $75,578.58 (7-0)
- Approved Oracle Cloud managed services contract with Camptra Technologies for $242,520 (7-0)
- Appointed members to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-2)
- Appointed members to Airport, Board of Adjustment, and Parks & Rec Advisory Boards (7-0 each)
- Approved jail services agreement with Mohave County and VA law enforcement MOU (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request for an outdoor event area at 2101 McCulloch Boulevard N. and a major General Plan amendment for property on Bahama Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Conditional Use Permit and time extension for Yard City at 2101 McCulloch Boulevard N.
- Major General Plan Amendment for 1850 Bahama Avenue to change land use from High Density Residential to Resort Related-Mainland
- Approval of the June 5, 2024, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution No. 24-07, granting Yard City a Conditional Use Permit and extension of time for an outdoor event area at 2101 McCulloch Blvd N. until 30 days after the Downtown Catalyst project is completed. The Commission also held the first of three public hearings on a Major General Plan Amendment for 1850 Bahama Avenue, changing land-use designations from High Density Residential to Resort Related-Mainland; no action was taken, and staff was directed to prepare a record for the July 17, 2024 hearing. The Commission approved minutes from its June 5, 2024 meeting and noted that its July 3, 2024 meeting is cancelled.
- Approved Resolution No. 24-07, a Conditional Use Permit and extension of time for Yard City outdoor event area at 2101 McCulloch Blvd N. (7-0)
- Directed staff to prepare a record of the public hearing on the 1850 Bahama Avenue Major General Plan Amendment for the July 17, 2024 hearing (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 5, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission regular meeting (7-0)
- No action taken on the 1850 Bahama Avenue Major General Plan Amendment; first of three public hearings held
- July 3, 2024 regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several public hearings, including a new city ordinance regarding vehicle sales on city property. The meeting also includes discussions on land use amendments, rezoning requests, and the adoption of future financial plans.
- Adoption of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2025-29
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Tentative Budget
- Ordinance to prohibit the sale of vehicles on all city owned or controlled property
- Rezone of 2305 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial to Industrial district
- General Plan Amendment and rezoning for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N.
The Lake Havasu City Council adopted the tentative Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget of $257,759,482 and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan totaling $332 million. The Council also approved rezoning applications, a vehicle sales prohibition on city property, and the purchase of two UTVs for the police department.
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, utility and drainage easement abandonments, Smarsh Inc. service agreement renewal, and roadway paint expenditures (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3754 for the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025-29 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3755 for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Tentative Budget of $257,759,482 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1334 prohibiting the display of vehicles for sale on all city-owned or controlled property (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1335 approving a rezone of 2305 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial to Industrial (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3751 for a Minor General Plan Amendment for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N. from Low to High Density Residential (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1336 approving a Planned Development rezone at 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N. for nine dwelling units (7-0)
- Approved the purchase of two Utility Task Vehicles from Anderson Powersports LLC for $85,059.70 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to change land use designations for properties on Inlet Drive. The agenda also includes a proposal to amend the City Code regarding maximum lot coverage requirements in residential districts.
- General Plan Amendment for 70, 80, 90 and 100 Inlet Drive from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential
- Planned Development Rezone for 70, 80, 90, and 100 Inlet Drive to allow 50 dwelling units in 22 buildings
- City Code amendment to remove maximum lot coverage percent requirements from residential districts
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended several land use actions to the City Council, including a rezoning request for a 50-unit residential development. The Commission also recommended removing maximum lot coverage percentage requirements for residential districts.
- Recommended approval of Minor General Plan Amendment for 70-100 Inlet Drive to change land use from Low to High Density Residential (7-0)
- Recommended approval of General Development Plan and Rezone for 70-100 Inlet Drive to R-3/PD to allow 50 dwelling units (7-0)
- Recommended approval of City Code amendments to remove maximum lot coverage percent requirements from residential districts (7-0)
- Approved May 15, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including budget minutes and land easement resolutions. Public hearings are scheduled for software support, park path re-paving, a sewer cleaner purchase, and HVAC replacements.
- Grant application for the US Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program
- Participation agreement for Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program
- Change Order No. 6 for Grand Island Park Path re-paving with Pioneer Earth Movers, Inc.
- Cooperative purchase of a 2025 Freightliner 114SD truck from AZ Wastewater Industries, Inc.
- Proposal for six wall mount HVAC system unit replacements with Air Control Home Services
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider land use amendments and rezoning requests. This includes changing the designation of 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N. to allow nine dwelling units. The Commission will also review a rezone for 2305 Victoria Farms Road.
- General Plan Amendment for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N. from Low Density to High Density Residential
- Planned Development Rezone for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Boulevard N. to allow nine dwelling units
- Rezone of 2305 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial to Industrial District
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a residential density increase on McCulloch Boulevard and an industrial rezone on Victoria Farms Road. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 1, 2024, meeting.
- Approved May 1, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Minor General Plan Amendment for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Blvd N from Low Density to High Density Residential (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Planned Development Rezone for 2778 and 2786 McCulloch Blvd N to allow nine dwelling units (7-0)
- Recommended approval of rezone for 2305 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Industrial (I) (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on adjourning to an executive session. During this closed session, the council will perform annual evaluations for the City Magistrate, City Manager, and City Attorney.
- Annual evaluation of City Magistrate
- Annual evaluation of City Manager
- Annual evaluation of City Attorney
The City Council convened for a special meeting and adjourned to executive session to discuss annual evaluations for the City Magistrate, City Manager, and City Attorney. No substantive decisions were recorded in the public minutes.
- Adjourned to executive session for personnel evaluations
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings including a second bridge feasibility study update and rezoning for Havasu Foothills Estates. The agenda also includes various intergovernmental agreements and updates to the city's development code.
- Second Bridge Feasibility Study Update
- Rezoning of 10.27 acres in Havasu Foothills Estates for up to 22 lots
- Amendment to remove self-storage as a permitted use in the Mixed Use-General District
- Bid award for Downtown Catalyst Re-Bid Project to Concord General Contracting, Inc.
- Ordinance to prohibit the sale of vehicles on all city owned or controlled property
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review Fiscal Year 2023/24 year-end estimates. The meeting includes presentations and discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2024/25 annual budget and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.
- FY 2023/24 year-end budget estimates
- FY 2024/25 annual budget discussion
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan review
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a major conditional use permit for a residential care facility in the R-M District. The commission will also review the minutes from the April 17, 2024, meeting.
- Major Conditional Use Permit for a 16-person residential care facility at 1970 Bahama Avenue
- Approval of the April 17, 2024, Planning & Zoning Commission minutes
The Lake Havasu City Planning and Zoning Commission adopted Resolution No. 24-06, approving a Major Conditional Use Permit for a 16-person residential care facility at 1970 Bahama Avenue. The permit allows converting two rooms into bedrooms, creating eight bedrooms with two beds each, in the Residential Multi-Family district. The vote was 5-0 with Commissioner Ballard recused. The commission also approved minutes from its April 17, 2024 meeting and heard an update that the City Council approved a rezone at 7000 Chenoweth Drive.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-06 approving a Major Conditional Use Permit for a 16-person residential care facility at 1970 Bahama Avenue (5-0, Ballard recused)
- Approved minutes of the April 17, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission regular meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will conduct several public hearings regarding liquor licenses, water and wastewater regulations, and a property rezoning. The meeting also includes potential actions on an ambulance purchase agreement and a transit payment platform service agreement.
- Public hearing for Series #6 Bar Liquor License at Mustang Sally’s Saloon, 91 London Bridge Road
- Public hearing for Series #10 Beer and Wine Store Liquor License at Sunny Stop, 1732 McCulloch Boulevard S.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 24-1330 regarding water and wastewater regulations and penalties
- Rezoning of 7000 Chenoweth Drive from Agriculture/Preservation to Light Industrial district
- Purchase of a Demers MXP170E Type I 4WD Ambulance from RedSky Emergency Vehicles, LLC
The Lake Havasu City Council adopted Ordinance No. 24-1330, consolidating all water and wastewater regulations into Title 4 with changes to hydrant meter rules, and adopted Ordinance No. 24-1331 rezoning 7000 Chenoweth Drive from Agriculture/Preservation to Light Industrial. The Council also approved the $341,362.32 purchase of a Demers ambulance from RedSky Emergency Vehicles and a Stripe Services agreement for a transit payment platform. All items passed 7-0, and the Council recommended state approval of two liquor licenses.
- Approved Consent Agenda as presented, including April 9, 2024 minutes and Resolution No. 24-3737 (ASU affiliation agreement) (7-0)
- Recommended state approval of Series #6 bar liquor license for Mustang Sally's Saloon, 91 London Bridge Road, Suite #103 (7-0)
- Recommended state approval of Series #10 beer and wine store liquor license for Sunny Stop, 1732 McCulloch Boulevard S. (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-3738 appointing Kelly Lutz as regular member to Board of Adjustment, term ending June 30, 2026 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1330 consolidating water/wastewater regulations into Title 4, with added subsection (D) to Section 4.08.060 and striking subsections 4.28.020(B)(4) and (C) (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1331 rezoning 7000 Chenoweth Drive (APN 120-03-027), 10-acre parcel, from Agriculture/Preservation to Light Industrial (7-0)
- Approved cooperative purchase of one Demers MXP170E Type I 4WD Ambulance from RedSky Emergency Vehicles for $341,362.32, with option to renew for three additional one-year terms (7-0)
- Approved Stripe Services agreement for transit payment platform (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the General Development Plan for Havasu Foothills Estates Phase II. The request involves approximately 10.27 acres of vacant land in The Villas Estates.
- Amendment to General Development Plan for Havasu Foothills Estates Phase II
- Proposed reduction of minimum lot size to 12,000 square feet per lot
- Approval of the April 3, 2024, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a request to reduce the minimum lot size to 12,000 square feet for 22 lots in Phase II of the Havasu Foothills Estates. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 3, 2024, meeting.
- Recommended approval of reduced minimum lot size (12,000 sq. ft.) for 22 lots in Havasu Foothills Estates Phase II (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the April 3, 2024, meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The session also includes a discussion of year-end estimates for Fiscal Year 2023/24 and the proposed Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan overview
- Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget year-end estimates
- Fiscal Year 2024/25 annual budget overview
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings including updates to water and wastewater regulations and a rezoning for Heat Hotel at 1420 McCulloch Blvd. N. The meeting also includes various cooperative purchase agreements for vehicles, software, and infrastructure equipment.
- Ordinance No. 24-1330: Amendments to Water and Wastewater Regulations
- Ordinance No. 24-1329: Heat Hotel rezoning at 1420 McCulloch Blvd. N.
- Cellular tower land lease agreements for 1867 Walnut Drive and 2330 McCulloch Blvd. N.
- Purchase of two 2024 Leader Type I 4WD Ambulances
- Chip Seal Program change order raising the per project limit to $1,200,000
The Lake Havasu City Council voted 4-3 to deny a planned development rezone for the Heat Hotel at 1420 McCulloch Blvd. N. that would have converted two retail units under the London Bridge into hotel rooms. The council then approved a revised ordinance 5-2 that limits the rezone to six units, excluding the two under the Bridge. In other business, the council introduced an ordinance updating water and wastewater regulations (5-2) and approved several purchases and agreements, including two ambulances for $831,494.06 and a cellular tower lease at 1867 Walnut Drive.
- Denied Planned Development rezone for Heat Hotel including two units under London Bridge (3-4)
- Approved amended Planned Development rezone for Heat Hotel limited to six units, excluding two under Bridge (5-2)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 24-1330 updating water and wastewater regulations with hydrant meter changes (5-2)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, water services agreement, and software purchases (7-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2024 ambulances for $831,494.06 (7-0)
- Approved cellular tower land lease at 1867 Walnut Drive (7-0)
- Approved cellular tower land lease at 2330 McCulloch Blvd. N. (7-0)
- Approved Kiowa Drain 3 Wash Stabilization design contract for $155,769 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 65-unit condominium subdivision at 130 Park Avenue. The agenda also includes requests to rezone 7000 Chenoweth Drive and to amend city zoning codes.
- Proposed 65-unit condominium subdivision for "The 'M' On The Park" at 130 Park Avenue
- Request to rezone 7000 Chenoweth Drive from Agriculture/Preservation to Light Industrial
- Proposal to remove self-storage as a permitted use in the Mixed Use-General District
- Proposed clarification of exterior material types for buildings in commercial districts
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary subdivision plat for a 65-unit condominium project at 130 Park Avenue and voted 7-0 to recommend a rezone of 7000 Chenoweth Drive from Agriculture/Preservation to Light Industrial for a proposed storage-unit development. The Commission also voted 7-0 to recommend code amendments removing self-storage as a permitted use in the Mixed Use-General District and clarifying exterior building materials in commercial zones, adding a 180-day grace period and staff notification to affected MU-G property owners. All actions are recommendations to the City Council except the preliminary plat, which was approved by the Commission.
- Approved preliminary subdivision plat for 65-unit condo project at 130 Park Avenue (7-0)
- Recommended approval of rezone of 7000 Chenoweth Drive from A-P to LI for storage units (7-0)
- Recommended approval of code amendments removing self-storage from MU-G District and clarifying commercial exterior materials, with 180-day grace period and owner notification (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the March 20, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a grant application for a new fire engine and an intergovernmental agreement regarding 911 grants. Public hearings are scheduled to address construction change orders, airport project management, and vehicle purchases.
- Grant application for a new fire engine via the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Intergovernmental Agreement regarding the Arizona 911 Grant Program
- Change Order No. 1 for Vadose Well 9 construction with Schofield Civil Construction, LLC
- Task Order No. 7 for airport obstruction projects with C&S Engineers, Inc.
- Purchase of one 2024 F650 and multiple 2024 Ford vehicles from San Tan Auto Partners, LLC
The Lake Havasu City Council approved a $852,850 change order to add Vadose Well 9 to an existing water infrastructure project. They also authorized vehicle purchases totaling over $294,000, including a split vote on a fleet replacement package. Additionally, the council approved construction management services for an airport safety project and adopted several resolutions regarding grants and agreements.
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Vadose Well 9 construction ($852,850) (7-0)
- Approved Task Order No. 7 for airport hydrant replacement management ($77,208) (7-0)
- Approved purchase of one 2024 F650 truck ($84,821.30) (7-0)
- Approved purchase of two F550 trucks and one Ford Expedition ($209,256.98) (6-1)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3732 for Arizona 911 Grant Program agreement (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3733 ratifying DHS Firefighter Grant application (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3734 approving Mohave Community College agreement (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3735 approving Quit Claim Deed for Havasu Foothills parcel (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a resolution to abandon parking-in-common participation for property at 1535 El Camino Drive. This action would remove the property from the existing Parking-In-Common Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting.
- Resolution No. 24-05 to remove 1535 El Camino Drive from the Parking-In-Common Plan
- Approval of March 6, 2024, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to abandon the Parking-In-Common plan for a commercial property at 1535 El Camino Drive. The decision allows the owner to convert the shared parking area into an enclosed storage space, provided they amend deed restrictions and meet specific city code requirements. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approved Land Use Action 24-4180 to remove property from Parking-In-Common plan (7-0)
- Approved minutes from March 6, 2024 meeting (7-0)
- Noted City Council approval of rezoning for 2205 Victoria Farms Road
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will review ordinances regarding election scheduling and a zoning change for 2205 Victoria Farms Road. The meeting also includes public hearings for liquor licenses and approvals for vehicle and service contracts.
- Rezoning of 2205 Victoria Farms Road to Industrial District
- Ordinance amending Primary and General Election scheduling
- Liquor license hearings for Hacienda Mini Mart and BRB
- Purchase of multiple Ford trucks from San Tan Auto Partners LLC
- Pavement preservation services agreement with Holbrook Asphalt, LLC
The Lake Havasu City Council approved Ordinance No. 24-1328, rezoning a 30-acre portion of 2205 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial/Planned Development to Industrial, 7-0. The council also approved a $301,727.18 purchase of four vehicles from San Tan Auto Partners LLC and a $184,641.58 pavement preservation agreement with Holbrook Asphalt, LLC, both 7-0. Brian McMahan was appointed to the Board of Adjustment 6-1, with Councilmember Campbell voting no. The council recommended state approval of two liquor licenses and adopted an ordinance aligning city election dates with state law.
- Approved rezoning 2205 Victoria Farms Road (30 acres) from LI/PD to Industrial (7-0)
- Approved $301,727.18 purchase of four vehicles from San Tan Auto Partners LLC (7-0)
- Approved $184,641.58 Holbrook Asphalt HA5 pavement preservation agreement (7-0)
- Appointed Brian McMahan to Board of Adjustment, term ending June 30, 2026 (6-1, Campbell nay)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1327 aligning city election dates with state law (7-0)
- Recommended state approval of Series #9 liquor license for Hacienda Mini Mart, 3618 S. Jamaica Boulevard (7-0)
- Recommended state approval of Series #10 liquor license for BRB, 3569 McCulloch Boulevard (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.3 and 5.5, and janitorial supplies purchase from Hillyard, Inc. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider permits for two telecommunications structures at 1867 Walnut Drive and City Hall. The agenda also includes a request to convert retail space into guest rooms at Heat Hotel and an amendment to the Maricopa Avenue masterplan.
- 100-foot monopole tower at 1867 Walnut Drive
- 85-foot monopole tower at 2330 McCulloch Blvd. N
- Conversion of retail suites into eight guest rooms at Heat Hotel
- Amendment to the Parking-In-Common Masterplan for Maricopa Avenue properties
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a 100-foot monopole telecommunications tower on city-owned land at 1867 Walnut Drive, the site of the Mulberry Wastewater Treatment Facility, by a 4-3 vote. The Commission also approved an 85-foot monopole tower on the City Hall property at 2330 McCulloch Blvd. N, an amendment removing four Maricopa Avenue lots from a Parking-In-Common Masterplan, and a General Development Plan amendment for the Heat Hotel to convert an outdoor bar and patio and under-bridge retail suites into eight new guest rooms. All approvals except the Walnut Drive tower were unanimous.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for 100-ft monopole tower at 1867 Walnut Drive (4-3)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for 85-ft monopole tower at City Hall, 2330 McCulloch Blvd. N (7-0)
- Approved amendment removing 3367, 3373, 3377 & 3381 Maricopa Avenue from Parking-In-Common Masterplan (7-0)
- Approved General Development Plan amendment for Heat Hotel, 1420 McCulloch Blvd. N, converting outdoor bar/patio and under-bridge retail suites into 8 guest rooms (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the February 7, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will vote on resolutions calling for the 2024 primary and general elections. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for a hotel/motel at 6701 Highway 95 N and several infrastructure and equipment contracts.
- Resolution calling for a Primary Election on July 30, 2024, and a General Election on November 5, 2024
- Rezoning of Parcel 1 at 6701 Highway 95 N to allow a height of 42 feet for a hotel/motel
- Ordinance amending City Code regarding primary and general election scheduling
- Purchase of a 2023 Caterpillar 308 excavator from Empire Southwest, LLC
- Construction contract award for the City Core Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Pioneer Earth Movers, Inc.
The City Council approved several major infrastructure contracts, including a $4.7M city core pavement project. The council also awarded a bid for the sale of a 10.29-acre city-owned property to JC Capital, LLC, and set the dates for the 2024 primary and general elections.
- Awarded $4.74M City Core Pavement Rehabilitation contract to Pioneer Earth Movers, Inc. (6-0, 1 recused)
- Awarded sale of 10.29-acre tract at 2801 Highway 95 N to JC Capital, LLC for $1.74M (7-0)
- Called for Primary Election on July 30, 2024, and General Election on Nov 5, 2024 (7-0)
- Approved $999,020.59 chip seal program contract to Cactus Asphalt (7-0)
- Approved $691,700 change order for Palo Verde Blvd/Industrial Blvd/Kiowa Ave project (6-0, 1 recused)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-1324 moving plat approval to administrative level (6-1)
- Approved height relief up to 42 feet for hotel project at 6701 Highway 95 N (7-0)
- Awarded $292,960.03 airport hydrant replacement contract to Craig Plumbing Contractors, Inc. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss and instruct representatives regarding negotiations for the purchase of a parcel of real property in Lake Havasu City. The council may also consult with the City attorney for legal advice related to these negotiations.
- Negotiations for the purchase of a parcel of real property in Lake Havasu City
- Legal consultation regarding property purchase negotiations
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will review a proposed rezoning for 700 London Bridge Road and the adoption of a fiscal sustainability policy. The agenda also includes updates on the city's annual audit results and potential changes to subdivision code.
- Rezoning of 700 London Bridge Road to a Planned Development District
- Adoption of a Fiscal Sustainability Policy
- Amendments to City Code regarding subdivisions and plat approvals
- Purchase of security system updates for regional wastewater treatment plants
- Discussion on potential design standards for metallic exterior materials on commercial buildings
The City Council approved a planned development rezoning for a 12.06-acre parcel to allow for a restaurant, storage units, and residential housing. The council also adopted a new fiscal sustainability policy and approved several infrastructure and equipment purchases.
- Approved rezoning of 700 London Bridge Road to Mixed Use, General/Planned Development (5-1)
- Adopted Resolution 24-3724 establishing a Fiscal Sustainability Policy (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 24-1324 to allow administrative approval of preliminary and final plats (6-0)
- Approved $131,734.60 purchase for playground equipment and surfacing at Jack Hardie Park (6-0)
- Approved sole source purchase of Badger water meters for $93,380, not to exceed $150,000 (6-0)
- Directed staff to develop code changes for metallic exteriors on commercial buildings based on 'Option 5' (6-0)
- Accepted the FY 2023 audited annual financial report (6-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility and drainage easements at 4056 Columbia Drive and Tract 2218 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to approve a preliminary subdivision plat for Grand Island Residential Estates. The proposal involves creating 51 residential lots and an additional open space parcel on approximately 17.93 acres.
- Preliminary subdivision plat approval for 51 residential lots at Grand Island Residential Estates
- Approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary subdivision plat for Grand Island Residential Estates. The project will create 51 residential lots and one open space parcel on approximately 17.93 acres. Approval is subject to several engineering and access conditions.
- Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Grand Island Residential Estates (7-0)
- Approved Minutes of the January 17, 2024, meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a software agreement change and an office space use agreement. The agenda also includes a call for executive session and announcements regarding board vacancies.
- Change Request No. 1 to Teller Software as a Service Agreement with Can/Am Technologies Inc.
- Use Agreement with the Lake Havasu Metropolitan Planning Organization for office space in the Transit Building
- Announcement of vacancies on City boards, committees, and commissions
The Lake Havasu City Council approved two items on January 23, 2024: a $20,600 change request to the Teller cash receipting software agreement with Can/Am Technologies Inc., and a three-year use agreement allowing the Lake Havasu Metropolitan Planning Organization to use office space in the Transit Building at 900 London Bridge Road. Both votes were 7-0. The consent agenda, including the January 9, 2024 minutes and a call for an executive session on February 13, 2024, was also approved 7-0. Public comments addressed short-term rentals, utility rate increases, and a pickleball lighting donation offer, but no action was taken on those matters.
- Approved Change Request No. 1 to Teller Software as a Service Agreement with Can/Am Technologies Inc. for $20,600 additional cost this fiscal year (7-0)
- Approved three-year Use Agreement with Lake Havasu Metropolitan Planning Organization for office space in the Transit Building at 900 London Bridge Road (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including January 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes and call for executive session on February 13, 2024 (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:58 p.m. upon motion by Councilmember Lane
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing for a 10.26-acre multi-structure commercial development at 6701 Hwy 95 N. The commission will also review the minutes from the January 3, 2024, meeting.
- Public hearing for a 10.26-acre multi-structure commercial development at 6701 Hwy 95 N.
- Approval of the January 3, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission minutes.
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend that the City Council approve a General Development Plan for a 10.26-acre commercial development at 6701 Hwy 95 N, submitted by 38 Olympic Hills, LLC. The plan includes a hotel, a convenience store/gas station, and five restaurant pads, with a requested hotel height exception of 42 feet instead of the 25-foot district maximum. The recommendation carries three conditions covering design review requirements, substantial compliance with the plan, and the 42-foot hotel height limit. The Commission also approved the minutes of its January 3, 2024 meeting by a 7-0 vote.
- Recommended City Council approval of General Development Plan for 10.26 acres at 6701 Hwy 95 N (7-0)
- Attached condition: all Public Works, Fire, ADOT, and utility requirements to be met during Design Review
- Attached condition: development must remain in substantial compliance with the plan; removing restaurant drive-through lanes is not a substantial change
- Attached condition: hotel maximum height set at 42 feet, subject to existing avigation easements near the airport runway
- Approved minutes of the January 3, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will review grant applications for water conservation and well expansion projects. The agenda also includes decisions on zoning amendments, police technology, and infrastructure construction bids.
- Five-year purchase agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for Automatic License Plate Readers
- Awarding the Lake Havasu Police Department Rehabilitation Project bid to Oliver Industries, LLC
- Purchase of 15 sets of structural/extrication PPE from Matlick Enterprises
- Grant applications for a Water Saver Demonstration Park and Vadose Well expansion
- Zoning code amendments regarding development timing and refuse collection
The City Council approved several infrastructure bids, including a major police department rehabilitation project and wastewater facility upgrades. The council also updated zoning codes and approved purchases for fire and police equipment.
- Awarded $3,678,929 police facility rehabilitation bid to Oliver Industries, LLC (6-0)
- Awarded $1,412,500 Vadose Zone Well 8 construction bid to Schofield Civil Construction, LLC (7-0)
- Awarded $496,443 Booster Pump Station 4 improvement bid to ASR Construction Group, LLC (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-1323 amending Zoning Development Code (7-0)
- Approved $124,901 design contract for Taxiway C and Connectors Reconstruction (7-0)
- Approved $97,848 design contract for Runway Safety Area Improvements (7-0)
- Approved $62,289.09 purchase of two TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzers (7-0)
- Approved $59,833.35 purchase of 15 sets of firefighter PPE (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold an executive session for legal consultation. The discussion will focus on the city's invocation policy and procedure.
- Consultation with a city attorney for legal advice
- Discussion regarding invocation policy and procedure
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zone change and development plan at 700 London Bridge Road. They will also consider an amendment to allow drive-thru access at 3857 & 3861 Chemehuevi Blvd. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the December 20, 2023, meeting.
- Zone change and development plan for 700 London Bridge Road
- Parking-In-Common Masterplan amendment for 3857 & 3861 Chemehuevi Blvd
- Approval of December 20, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission recommended approval of a Planned Development overlay for a project featuring storage units, a restaurant, and residential units. It also approved a parking plan amendment for a proposed drive-thru cafe on Chemehuevi Blvd.
- Recommended approval of zone change and General Development Plan for 700 London Bridge Road (7-0)
- Approved Parking-In-Common Masterplan amendment for 3857 & 3861 Chemehuevi Blvd for drive-thru cafe use (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the December 20, 2023, meeting (7-0)