Public Meetings - Lake Havasu City, Arizona

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The Lake Havasu City Planning and Zoning Commission met on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting included a public hearing on a Major Conditional Use Permit for a boat detailing business (classified as a car wash) and a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the City Code to comply with Arizona Senate Bill 1473 regarding Accessory Residential Care Homes. The Commission voted to approve the CUP and recommended approval of the code amendments. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval (ID 26-5345): The Commission unanimously approved the minutes of the August 5, 2026 regular meeting (6-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Jennifer Long, resident: Spoke in support of the Accessory Residential Care Home amendments. She noted she has been researching the legislation for two to three years and plans to open a small assisted living home called "Journeys Assisted Living." She clarified that under Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) licensing, a room requires 120 sq. ft. for two occupants and 80 sq. ft. for one, and closets are not required; thus a four-bedroom home could accommodate up to eight residents, not ten. She asked whether special use permits or rezoning would still be required; staff confirmed that under the proposed amendments, such homes would be a permitted accessory use in all residential districts. Discussion Items - Correspondence & Announcements: Planning Division Manager Chris Gilbert announced that the regular meeting scheduled for September 16, 2026, would be canceled due to a lack of items. - ID 26-5328 – Major Conditional Use Permit for 2995 Kiowa Boulevard North (Car Wash / Boat Detailing): Mr. Gilbert presented the staff report. The property is a new eight-suite commercial building in the Limited Commercial District – North Kiowa Overlay (C-1/NKO). The applicant, Chris Howard, seeks to operate a boat detailing business (defined as a car wash) in Suite 110. No boat repair will occur. The city engineer determined a sand/oil separator is not required. - Commissioner Questions: Chair Harris questioned the definition of “car wash,” stating his belief that the original intent was for large mechanical car washes, not small detailing operations. Commissioner Stevenson asked about chemical runoff and screening; the rear is fenced and activities will be contained there. Commissioner Thornton asked about future use and stormwater management; Mr. Gilbert explained that any new similar use would require a new CUP and review. - Applicant: Chris Howard stated hours of operation: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Mr. Gilbert presented seven conditions of code compliance: (1) Activities only within Suite 110; (2) vehicles parked only in designated spaces; (3) outdoor equipment must minimize noise, odor, overspray; (4) wash water runoff contained onsite; (5) watercraft stored in rear storage area; (6) no overnight storage of business equipment in shared parking; (7) deliveries/towing must not obstruct access. - Motion and Vote: Vice Chair Dzuro moved to adopt Resolution No. 26-06 approving the CUP with the seven conditions. Seconded by Commissioner Stevenson. Passed unanimously (6-0). - ID 26-5319 – Text Amendments to City Code for Accessory Residential Care Homes: Mr. Gilbert explained that Arizona Senate Bill 1473, effective September 12, 2026, prohibits cities from preventing state-licensed Accessory Residential Care Homes (ARCH) from housing up to 10 unrelated residents, as defined in ARS § 36-401. The amendments apply only to facilities licensed by ADHS (e.g., assisted living, adult foster care); sober living and drug rehabilitation homes remain limited to six unrelated residents. Staff proposed minimal code amendments adding ARCH as an accessory use in all residential zones, updating definitions, and deferring to state/federal occupancy laws. - Commissioner Questions: Commissioner Stevenson asked about enforcement and the possibility of 10 people in a two-bedroom home. Mr. Gilbert and Development Services Director Jeff Thuneman explained that ADHS determines licensing occupancy; the City retains building and fire codes but cannot impose a more restrictive limit than the license. Residential occupancy classification (R3 vs. R4) may require fire sprinklers for homes with more than five residents. Chair Harris noted Building and Fire Codes have occupancy formulas but the new law restricts their use for ARCHs. Commissioner Stevenson acknowledged the state mandate. - Public Testimony: Jennifer Long provided details on ADHS square footage requirements, as noted above. - Motion and Vote: Vice Chair Dzuro moved to recommend approval of the amendments as outlined. Seconded by Commissioner Thornton. Passed (5-0) with Commissioner Lehr recused. Key Outcomes - Approved: Major Conditional Use Permit (Resolution No. 26-06) for a car wash (boat detailing) at 2995 Kiowa Boulevard North, with seven conditions of code compliance. Vote: 6-0. - Recommended to City Council: Text amendments to City Code Sections 14.03.02, 14.03.03.E.6, and 14.06.03 relating to Accessory Residential Care Homes, to comply with SB 1473. Vote: 5-0 (Commissioner Lehr recused). The recommendation will be presented to City Council at its regular meeting on September 8, 2026; the new state law takes effect September 12, 2026. - Meeting Adjourned: at 9:31 a.m.

The Lake Havasu City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers. All seven council members were present: Mayor Cal Sheehy, Vice Mayor David Diaz, Councilmembers Nancy Campbell, Jeni Coke, Jim Dolan, Michele Lin, and Cameron Moses. The meeting lasted approximately one hour and three minutes, concluding at 6:33 PM. The agenda included a consent calendar, several public hearings for infrastructure projects, and a discussion on the closure of Taxiway C at the airport. Consent Calendar - Approved the July 28, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes. - Approved Resolution No. 26-3934 (Equitable Sharing Agreement with DOJ and Treasury). - Approved Resolution No. 26-3936 (Easement abandonment at 790 Winston Place). - Approved Resolution No. 26-3940 (Right-of-way grants from BLM for Second Bridge & Roadway Improvement Project). - Approved a call for executive session for August 25, 2026, at 4:30 PM. - Item 5.3 (FAA grant for Taxiway C design) was removed by Vice Mayor Diaz for separate discussion. - Vote: 7-0 in favor of the consent agenda minus Item 5.3. Public Comments & Testimony - Taxiway C (Item 5.3): - Neil Tinsley, citizen, stated that Velocity Aviation deemed the airport unreliable for a fuel stop due to the closure of Taxiway C and urged immediate reopening. - Bonny Toy, citizen, asked how long the reconstruction and closure would take; she was told the project (design and construction) is anticipated to take approximately three years, and closure would be re-evaluated by the new interim airport manager. - Don Wisdom, citizen, inquired about revenue and landing fees at the airport. - Booster Station 2A (Item 7.3): Bonny Toy asked if the 270-day timeframe included construction; it was clarified that the timeframe is for design services only. - Call to the Public: Bonny Toy reported an incident involving electricity issues at the docks at Site Six and recommended that the council provide committee reports at meetings. Discussion Items - Taxiway C Reconstruction Design Grant (Item 5.3): Public Works Director Ron Foggin presented Resolution No. 26-3935 to accept an FAA grant for the design of Taxiway C reconstruction. The taxiway has been closed since February due to safety concerns (large cracks and Foreign Object Debris). Vice Mayor Diaz raised concerns about the closure, citing an FAA email indicating it did not have to be closed. Councilmembers discussed the impact on airport operations, including military aircraft fuel sales. The council directed staff to have the new interim airport manager prioritize evaluating the safety of reopening the taxiway. The grant was approved unanimously (7-0). - Class A Bingo License (Item 7.1): Approved for Mountain View Property Owners Association, games on Wednesdays from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at 2635 Anita Avenue. Vote: 7-0. - Terminal Apron Reconstruction Design (Item 7.2): Approved Task Order No. 13 with C&S Engineers, Inc. for $196,189 (95% FAA-funded, 2.5% ADOT, 2.5% City). The project involves complete base-to-surface pavement redesign. Vote: 7-0. - Booster Station 2A Design (Item 7.3): Approved professional services agreement with NCS Engineers, Inc. for $217,280. The design includes new pumps, valves, controls, electrical, SCADA, and a backup generator. Estimated completion of design by June 2027. Vote: 7-0. - Wastewater Pump Purchase (Item 7.4): Approved cooperative purchase of a Flygt submersible pump from James, Cooke & Hobson, Inc. for $169,851 plus taxes. This is the last of three pumps being replaced at the North Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility. Vote: 7-0. - Traffic Signal Cabinet Upgrades (Item 7.5): Approved bid to HAWK Contracting, LLC for $247,777 for upgrades at three intersections: Lake Havasu Avenue at Mesquite, McCulloch, and Swanson. The project includes new cabinets, controllers, wiring, and luminators. Vote: 7-0. Key Outcomes - The consent agenda was approved with the exception of Item 5.3. - Resolution No. 26-3935 for the Taxiway C Reconstruction Design Grant was approved (7-0). - Staff was directed to have the interim airport manager evaluate reopening Taxiway C as a top priority. - All public hearing items (7.1 through 7.5) were approved unanimously. - Councilmember Lin requested a future discussion item regarding the process of the airport management company, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Diaz. - Vacancies were announced on the Board of Adjustment (two regular members, three alternates) and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (one student member).

The Lake Havasu City Council held a special meeting on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM to canvass the results of the July 21, 2026 Primary Election. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Cal Sheehy and adjourned at 5:43 PM. All seven council members were present. The sole agenda item was the adoption of Resolution No. 26-3637 declaring the official canvass of the primary election results, as certified by the Mohave County Board of Supervisors on August 3, 2026 (Resolution No. 2026-136). Public Comments & Testimony - Mayor Sheehy opened the public hearing; no members of the public spoke. Discussion Items - City Clerk Kelly Williams presented the official results. Total ballots cast: 15,639. - Mayor race: Cal Sheehy received 8,225 votes; Dave "RiverDave" Johnson received 6,957; John Grapentin (write-in) received 88; and 30 write-in votes were not assigned. Total mayor votes: 15,300. Sheehy received a majority and is declared elected. - Councilmember race: The top vote-getters were Michele Lin (8,902), Sam Scarmardo (6,852), Jeni Coke (5,949), and Neil Tinsley (6,290). Also running: Taylor Harrison (5,629), Teri Kay Parcells (3,320), Kimberly Zanon (2,759), and 57 write-in votes. Total council votes: 39,758. - Because Lin and Scarmardo received a majority of votes cast, they are declared elected to the council. Coke and Tinsley will advance to the November 3, 2026 General Election for the remaining council seat. - Note: The agenda and minutes list the item as ID 26-5311 (agenda item 5.1), but the transcript references item 4.1. This discrepancy is noted but does not affect the outcome. Key Outcomes - Motion: Vice Mayor David Diaz moved to adopt Resolution No. 26-3637, seconded by Councilmember Cameron Moses. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). - Certifications: Based on the canvass, Cal Sheehy is certified as Mayor-elect, and Michele Lin and Sam Scarmardo are certified as Councilmember-elects. Certificates of Election were presented. - General Election: A runoff for the third council seat will be held on November 3, 2026, between Jeni Coke and Neil Tinsley. - Effective Date: All successful candidates will take office on November 24, 2026.

The Lake Havasu City Planning & Zoning Commission met on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers, 92 Acoma Boulevard South. Vice Chair Joan Dzuro presided. Five commissioners were present (Dzuro, Thornton, Annett, Stevenson, Patel) and five were absent (Lehr, Wilson, Harris, Medley, Costa); because of three vacancies, alternates Annett and Patel joined the dais. The Commission approved minutes from July 15, 2026, and unanimously renewed two Major Conditional Use Permits for food truck courts. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 a.m. Administrative Items - Vice Chair Dzuro called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. - Planning Division Manager Chris Gilbert reported no City Council action on Planning items since the last meeting. Staff is preparing informational pamphlets for the 2026 General Plan Update to be mailed to voters before the November election. Minutes Approval - ID 26-5310: Commissioner Annett moved, seconded by Commissioner Thornton, to approve the July 15, 2026, Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting minutes. The motion passed 5–0 (Dzuro, Thornton, Annett, Stevenson, Patel). Public Hearing: Havabite Major CUP Renewal (ID 26-5281) - Staff presented the renewal request for Havabite, located at 2894 Jamaica Blvd S, Tract 2271, Block 13, Parcels 2 and 3. The property is approximately 1.18 acres, zoned Limited Commercial (C-1), adjacent to C-1 uses including the Masonic Lodge and Marathon Gas Station; properties to the north and west are R-3 residential. The original CUP was approved in October 2023 and allowed seven mobile food vendors. Improvements include an indoor bar with restrooms and commissary, shade canopy, landscaping, and approximately 40 parking spaces. - Staff reported that Code Enforcement received no founded complaints, but the Fire Department observed smokers and BBQs outside food trucks and trucks parked along the property line; the applicant corrected these issues. During the hearing, a resident disputed the no-complaints statement, and staff clarified the report was based on founded violations. - Owners/operators Stefan and Meagan Peña said Havabite has become a family and community gathering place, and they intend to be responsive neighbors. - Public testimony included: - Tim Sisson, a nearby resident, supported the concept and had no problem with vendors or guests but requested that amplified music, bingo, and trivia noise be reduced. - Bruce Hartwell, Chairman of the Masonic Lodge, said the Lodge’s six security cameras showed no problems or partying; the Lodge closes around 9:30–10:00 p.m.; St. Michael’s Church has no complaints and allows Havabite to use its lower parking lot. - Bambi Osgood, a resident, said she had filed noise complaints several times, was told there would be no outdoor entertainment, but observed movies, dancing, and sunset markets; music, bingo, and trivia were audible in her home; smoke from wood fire pits drifted into her yard; she requested propane fire pits/heaters and better noise control. She also reported seeing people after closing, unsupervised children, and alleged drug use behind Masonic Lodge storage buildings. - Brian Osgood, a resident, reiterated that noise was the primary concern and said he could hear trivia questions from inside his home. - A letter from Maud and Jan Wallen, adjacent homeowners, was read into the record; they expressed full support for Havabite, said they had no noise complaints, and called the owners and staff responsive. - The Peñas responded that the loud speaker system used by the bingo/trivia host was replaced months earlier, bingo is daytime and trivia ends by 8:00 p.m., only acoustic musicians are now booked, public access ends at closing, and the Fourth of July closing was approximately 10:30 p.m. They denied the drug-use allegation and noted Masonic Lodge security cameras are reviewed regularly. They also cited an agreement not to pressure-wash before 9:00 a.m. - Staff reviewed compliance conditions, including: no outdoor entertainment as a principal use; limit of seven mobile food units; vendor licenses required; 10-foot separation between structures/mobile units; all cooking within mobile units; one 30-gallon trash receptacle within 15 feet of each unit; compliance with noise regulations in Lake Havasu City Chapter 9.30; and reevaluation in one year. - Commissioners discussed the difficulty of regulating noise when entertainment is inside but doors/windows are open, and encouraged continued neighbor outreach. Commissioner Stevenson suggested monitoring noise over the cooler months before next year’s renewal. - Vote: Commissioner Thornton moved to adopt Resolution No. 26-04 approving the Major Conditional Use Permit; Commissioner Stevenson seconded. The motion passed 5–0. Public Hearing: Oasis Major CUP Renewal (ID 26-5283) - Staff presented the renewal request for the Oasis Food Truck Court at 201 Swanson Avenue, Tract 2337A, Block 3, Lot 10. The property is approximately 0.34 acres, zoned C-1. The original CUP was approved in April 2023 and permits four mobile food vendors. Improvements include a full kitchen and bar with restrooms and commissary; the site is part of a parking-in-common area and provides approximately 20 parking spaces. - Code Enforcement received no founded complaints. On one occasion a food truck was parked outside the screen wall in the parking-in-common area; it was immediately corrected. Applicant Rudy Candito was present and agreed to the conditions. - No members of the public testified. - Staff presented revised Conditions 4 and 5, to be substituted into the resolution: Condition 4 requires at least a 10-foot separation between all mobile food units and property lines; Condition 5 prohibits cooking around the building, limits inside cooking to what the interior kitchen is approved to prepare, and requires all other cooking within the four permitted mobile food vendors. - Commissioner Annett observed that the two food court hearings, although similar in use, differed greatly by location and surrounding uses; the first drew spirited testimony while the second drew none. - Vote: Commissioner Stevenson moved, seconded by Commissioner Annett, to adopt Resolution No. 26-05 with the revised Conditions 4 and 5 as presented. The motion passed 5–0. Call to Public, Future Meeting, and Adjournment - No comments were made during Call to Public. - The next regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, with a conditional use permit and a development code text amendment related to state law changes. - Vice Chair Dzuro adjourned the meeting at 9:40 a.m.

The Lake Havasu City Council held a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM, chaired by Mayor Cal Sheehy. The meeting began with a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance led by Brandon Bowers of the Lake Havasu Museum of History, and presentations from the Museum (requesting city assistance to protect the McCulloch J2 gyrocopter) and Girl Scout Troop 1892 (seeking donations for community book nooks). The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, conducted three public hearings on liquor licenses and a fire engine purchase, heard public comments on fireworks enforcement, budget oversight, and the recycling center, and received reports from city staff and committees. Consent Calendar - Approved the July 14, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting minutes (7-0). - Called an executive session for August 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM (7-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Pam Swenson (citizen) commended the Fire Department's proactive plan but questioned the City of Phoenix sales tax on the fire engine purchase, a $2,000 processing fee for the cooperative agreement, and whether aerial ladders (105-110 feet) are sufficient for new 40-foot building heights. Fire Chief Pilafas explained the sales tax is charged because Hughes Fire Equipment is based in Phoenix, and ladder capacity is adequate. - Charles Taylor (citizen, 25-year resident) expressed support for the new fire engine and commended the council for supporting public safety equipment. - Roger Matthewson (citizen) reported a dramatic increase in fireworks and inadequate enforcement; he stated that on the Fourth of July night there were 19 officers versus a normal 7, but enforcement was difficult without catching violators in the act. He is collecting 200 signatures on a petition. - Bonny Toy (citizen) thanked the council for being "budget hawks" and watching over the city budget. - Harry Castleman (citizen) raised concerns about the recycling center location near the courthouse, citing mixed trash and recycling causing rat problems, and suggested moving it to the landfill. Discussion Items - Tavern 95 Restaurant Liquor License (Series 12): City Clerk Kelly Williams confirmed all posting requirements were met, fees paid, no objections received, and proper zoning. The council voted 7-0 to recommend approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. - Amigos Birria Tacos Havasu Beer and Wine Bar License (Series 7): Same process and outcome; council voted 7-0 to recommend approval. - Cooperative Purchase of Fire Engine: Fire Chief Pete Pilafas requested approval to purchase one Pierce Velocity Fire Engine from Hughes Fire Equipment Inc. for $1,481,304.56 using the Houston-Galveston cooperative agreement, as part of the department's 5-year vehicle replacement plan. He noted standardization on Pierce Velocity helps maintenance. A new engine costs $1.4M vs. refurbishment at $534,000. The engine will replace a 2004 engine when it arrives in 2030 due to manufacturing backlogs. The council voted 7-0 to approve the purchase. - City Manager Report: City Manager Jess Knudson announced: - Retirement of Fire Engineer Paramedic Terry Gloeckner after 24 years of service. - Supervisor Excellence Academy graduation of 17 employees. - Police Department earned ALEAP accreditation for its property and evidence room. - First junior sons basketball season concluded with 162 young athletes. - Registration open for Fall 2026 Havasu Residents Academy (free 8-week program, starts Sept 24, limited to 25 participants). - Ribbon cutting for new Municipal Fuel Facility on August 10, 2026 at 9 AM. - Career Fair on August 28, 2026 from 7 AM to 6 PM at the Aquatic Center. - Ribbon cutting for new Dr. Thielak Fernando Water Quality Laboratory. - Board Vacancies: City clerk announced vacancies on Board of Adjustment and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. - Council Committee Reports: - Vice Mayor Diaz: Go Lake Havasu narrowed candidate pool to five for second interviews. - Councilmember Campbell: Chamber of Commerce Winterfest registration for chamber members starts Saturday; improved chamber participation from 6 to 65 members. - Councilmember Moses: Parks & Recreation Advisory Board had a robust discussion on a splash pad recommendation; board reached compromise; council encouraged to watch the meeting video. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously (7-0). - Tavern 95 and Amigos Birria Tacos liquor license recommendations approved unanimously (7-0). - Fire engine purchase approved unanimously (7-0) at $1,481,304.56. - Future meetings: Special meeting August 10 (canvass election), Regular meetings August 11 and August 25, all at 5:30 PM. - Councilmember Moses requested that the item to move "Call to the Public" to the beginning of meetings be placed on the agenda for the second meeting in August (August 11).

The Lake Havasu City Planning and Zoning Commission held its regular meeting on July 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The meeting included the election of a Chair and Vice Chair for the new term, approval of previous minutes, and the continuance of two conditional use permit hearings to the next meeting. Discussion Items - Election of Chair and Vice Chair: Commissioner Dzuro nominated Jim Harris for Chair, seconded by Commissioner Thornton. Commissioner Thornton nominated Joan Dzuro for Vice Chair, seconded by Chair Harris. Both were elected unanimously (7-0) for the upcoming term. - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the June 17, 2026 regular meeting were approved with a 7-0 vote. - Continuance of Public Hearings: Planning Division Manager Chris Gilbert requested a continuance for two major conditional use permit applications: ID 26-5281 (2894 Jamaica Blvd - Food Court) and ID 26-5283 (201 Swanson Avenue - Food Court). The applicants are already operating under existing conditional use permits, so the continuance does not impact business. The commission voted 7-0 to continue both items to the August 5, 2026 meeting at 9:00 AM. Key Outcomes - Jim Harris was selected as Chair and Joan Dzuro as Vice Chair (7-0). o- Minutes of June 17, 2026 were approved (7-0). o- Public hearings for food court conditional use permits (ID 26-5281 and ID 26-5283) were continued to August 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM (7-0). o- The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2026. o- The meeting adjourned at 9:11 AM.

At its regular meeting on July 14, 2026, the Lake Havasu City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2026-27 property tax levy, passed several ordinances and resolutions, and received updates on capital projects and the water system. Mayor Cal Sheehy presided; Councilmember Michele Lin was absent. All votes were 6-0 unless otherwise noted. Consent Calendar - Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes. - Authorized a landscaping agreement and ground lease with Bradley Chevrolet, Inc. for vehicle display. - Scheduled an executive session for July 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Public Comments & Testimony - Bob Barrett (citizen) noted that while the property tax rate remained flat at $0.6718 per $100 assessed value, the levy on existing taxpayers increased by $318,012 due to rising assessed valuations. He stated that if the council wished to keep the levy flat, the rate would need to be $0.6329. - Bonny Toy (citizen) questioned the timing of the tax levy adoption relative to the budget approval and asked about the process for creating special taxing districts. Later, she thanked the city for free splash pad access and suggested implementing dollar swim days at the Aquatic Center next summer. - Jackson Rod (jet ski racing community) expressed support for shoreline preservation and asked about the future of Body Beach access. Mayor Sheehy assured ongoing discussions with the Arizona State Land Department (ASLD). - Lance Cramer (citizen) urged the city to secure island and lakeshore land as open space instead of development, and expressed concern about a pending lease on Body Beach. - Pam Swenson (citizen) asked about bridge ownership and whether plans required Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) approval; staff clarified ADOT standards apply but not ADOT stamping. - Mark McGyver (citizen) raised safety concerns about e‑bike registration during the Police Department rehab hearing; the mayor redirected him to the Call to the Public. - Bob Barrett (during second bridge hearing) asked about the October 2026 construction start and expected activities; staff described mobilization and excavation. Discussion Items - Series 12 and 13 Liquor Licenses (7.1 & 7.2) — Staff reported all requirements met; no objections. Council recommended approval for Waters Edge Winery (restaurant and farm winery licenses) to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses & Control. - Property Tax Levy Adoption (7.3) — Administrative Services Director Jill Olsen presented Resolution 26-3931, which levies $0.6718 per $100 assessed value, generating $442,342 in additional revenue ($124,000 from new construction). The rate has not changed, but the levy increases by $318,012 for existing property owners. Councilmember Campbell clarified that the rate could be adjusted in earlier budget discussions. The resolution passed. - Improvement District No. 2 – London Bridge Plaza (7.4) — Resolution 26-3932 adopted a $0.7370 per $100 tax levy, unchanged, with a $15,000 fund balance. Councilmember Campbell noted the parking lot needs preservation. - Annexation of 3500 Highway 95 N (7.5) — City Planner Chris Gilbert presented Ordinance 26-1381 to annex a 1.13‑acre former Mohave County Sheriff’s parcel for future economic development. The county retains ownership, but the city will gain jurisdiction and tax revenue. Vice Mayor Diaz confirmed the city does not take ownership of the building. - Shoreline Public Access (7.6) — Ordinance 26-1383 amends code to require a 75‑foot shoreline access area (up from 15 feet) and a 25‑foot building setback in the Mixed Use‑Channel Riverwalk and Island‑Body Beach Districts. The amendment results from General Plan Steering Committee efforts and negotiations with ASLD. Vice Mayor Diaz noted the initial request was 200 feet, settling at 75 feet. Councilmember Moses clarified the measurement starts at the 450‑foot elevation shoreline. - Second Bridge Right‑of‑Way Amendment (7.7) — Resolution 26-3933 adjusts the alignment on ASLD land, saving approximately $3 million. Capital Program Manager Jason Hart reviewed the 95% design plans, Coast Guard permit (expected August 2026), and an October 2026 groundbreaking with 18‑24 months construction. Councilmember Moses asked about event impacts; staff said construction calendars account for special events. Councilmember Dolan voted no; motion carried 5‑1. - Kiowa Drain 6 Wash Stabilization (7.8) — Council approved a $121,570 professional services agreement with Kimley‑Horn for design, including bank stabilization, grade control, and pedestrian crossing evaluations. Bonny Toy asked about e‑bike safety; staff noted the project focuses on stabilization, and other wash corridors are better suited for bike routes. - Vehicle Purchase (7.9) — Approved cooperative purchase of 23 vehicles from multiple suppliers for $1,858,500 under the city’s 32‑point replacement program. - Police Department Facility and Jail Rehab Phase 2 (7.10) — Awarded a $3,753,886.32 construction contract to Precise Builders, Inc. (lowest of seven bids). The project includes HVAC, roof replacement, fire alarm system, flooring, locker room ADA upgrades, and drywall repairs. Additive Alternate 5 (rooftop units on auxiliary building) was removed after determining existing mini‑splits sufficed. - Water System and Watermain Replacement Program (7.11) — Public Works Deputy Director Tim Kellett presented an update. Key data: water loss at 8.9% (industry target <10%); mainline breaks declined from 79 (2024, 15.8/100 miles) to 62 (2025, 12.4/100 miles); 75th percentile industry benchmark is 21.2. The water division operates as an enterprise fund with a $42 million annual budget; 52% of the budget ($19 million) goes to capital improvements, with 24% of that directed to water main replacement. Staff uses AI‑based modeling (Voda) to prioritize replacements based on likelihood and consequence of failure. Councilmember Campbell noted thin‑walled four‑inch PVC pipes and improper bedding may contribute to failures. No action taken; presentation was informational. Key Outcomes - Adopted Resolution 26-3931: Property tax levy for FY 2026-27 at $0.6718 per $100 assessed value (6‑0). - Adopted Resolution 26-3932: Improvement District No. 2 levy at $0.7370 per $100 (6‑0). - Adopted Ordinance 26-1381: Annexation of 3500 Highway 95 N (6‑0). - Adopted Ordinance 26-1383: Shoreline public access preservation (6‑0). - Adopted Resolution 26-3933: Amendment to second bridge right‑of‑way agreement with ASLD (5‑1; Councilmember Dolan dissenting). - Approved Professional Services Agreement with Kimley‑Horn for Kiowa Drain 6 design, $121,570 (6‑0). - Approved cooperative purchase of 23 vehicles for $1,858,500 (6‑0). - Awarded Police Department Phase 2 construction contract to Precise Builders, Inc. for $3,753,886.32 (6‑0). - Directed Go Lake Havasu to continue candidate screening for a new executive director. - Councilmember Campbell reported on RTAC federal funding advocacy; staff will prepare a resolution for council consideration.

The Lake Havasu City Council met on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM for a regular meeting that included the final adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Cal Sheehy and adjourned at 8:55 PM. Councilmember Jim Dolan was absent. The council considered 14 items on the public hearing agenda, including the final budget adoption, property tax levy, appointments to boards and commissions, a development rezone, and several intergovernmental agreements. The budget was adopted by a 4-2 vote, with Councilmembers Nancy Campbell and Michele Lin dissenting. Consent Calendar - Approved 6-0 (Dolan absent): Minutes of June 9, 2026; Resolution No. 26-3919 appointing the Chief Fiscal Officer; Resolution No. 26-3922 approving an IGA with Mohave County for housing rehabilitation inspection services; Resolution No. 26-3926 approving IGA for public safety answering point backup; Resolution No. 26-3929 approving an FAA airport infrastructure grant for terminal apron design; Resolution No. 26-3930 approving ADOT lease addendum; Call for executive session on July 14, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony - Budget Hearing (Item 7.9): Six citizens spoke: Yvonne Toddy, Dave Johnson, Kelly Lutz, Todd Toddy, Pam Swenson, and an additional speaker. Multiple speakers expressed concern about the city's water infrastructure, the adequacy of the budget for water main replacement (3 miles per year vs. 300 miles of old pipe), and the need for a realistic plan. Pam Swenson noted that the city spends less than 1% of its budget on roads and water mains. Todd Toddy argued the budget is not truly balanced because critical infrastructure repairs are deferred. Yvonne Toddy suggested raising taxes to fund improvements. - Parks & Recreation Board Appointments (Item 7.2): Joan Dzuro supported the current application review process, arguing it reduces public embarrassment. Dave Johnson spoke in favor of Alex Coletta. Yvonne Toddy supported candidates speaking publicly about their interest. - Drowning Prevention Grant (Item 7.6): Yvonne Toddy asked why the program targeted third graders. Maddie O'Dell spoke in support of the program and advocated for an additional community pool. - Rezone – Paradyme Flatts (Item 7.13): Several citizens spoke against the traffic signal requirement, citing outdated traffic studies and safety concerns. Kelly Lutz questioned the need for a Planned Development rezone, arguing the project could be built as zoned (apartments/condos). Pam Swenson criticized the 24-hour traffic study and the lack of guest parking. Neil Tinsley suggested an adaptive traffic signal. James Gray (Partnership for Economic Development) spoke in favor of the project for its housing affordability and water-conservative design. - Call to the Public (Item 8): Brigid Stevens (Dean Barlow's widow) and Scott Taylor requested the city name a facility in honor of former Councilmember Dean Barlow, citing his volunteerism and personal generosity of over $1 million. Discussion Items - Appointments to Boards & Commissions (Items 7.1–7.3): The council appointed Derek Ross to the Board of Adjustment (6-0). For the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, the council debated the appointment process. Councilmember Campbell criticized the application review panel for having more staff than councilmembers and wanted to hear from all applicants. After hearing from candidates Alex Coletta, Mercedes Kaiser, and Rick Wheeler, the council voted 5-1 to appoint Kaiser and Coletta, with Councilmember Lin dissenting (she preferred Wheeler and Coletta). For the Planning & Zoning Commission, the council appointed Lonnie Stevenson (regular) and Mary Costa and Kay Patel (alternates) 6-0, despite Campbell's concerns about the process. - H.A.V.E.N. Family Resource Center Agreement (Item 7.4): Approved 6-0 to renew the domestic violence/victim assistance agreement for one year through June 30, 2027, at $1,000 appropriation. - Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines (Item 7.5): Approved 6-0 to align procurement thresholds with city policy (increase from $50,000 to $100,000). The program has assisted 16 households in recent grant cycles. - Drowning Prevention Grant – Mission 3: Water Ready (Item 7.6): Approved 6-0 to accept a $23,063.30 grant from the CDC Foundation to provide swim instruction to approximately 350 third graders across six elementary schools. The program will run September 2026 through August 2027. - Truth in Taxation Hearing & Property Tax Levy (Item 7.7): Approved 6-0. The FY 2026-27 property tax levy rate remains $0.6718 per $100 assessed value, but the levy amount rises to $7,633,823 due to increased assessed valuation ($1,136,323,901). The impact is approximately $2.84 annual increase per $100,000 assessed value. - Final Budget Adoption (Item 7.9): After a public hearing and extensive discussion, the council adopted the FY 2026-27 final budget of $303,688,635 by a vote of 4-2 (Sheehy, Coke, Moses, Diaz in favor; Campbell, Lin against). Campbell and Lin expressed concerns about the underfunding of water infrastructure (only 3 miles of water main replacement per year), the depletion of the Budget Stabilization Reserve, and the lack of a long-term plan. Vice Mayor Diaz noted the city's budget is half of Mohave County's budget for a population of 68,000. Councilmember Coke emphasized the need for future utility rate increases. Mayor Sheehy noted $4.5 million is budgeted for water main replacement outside grants, and a future presentation on water/wastewater infrastructure is planned. - School District IGA Amendment (Item 7.11): Approved 6-0 to extend the joint-use agreement with Lake Havasu Unified School District through January 2027 while negotiating a new agreement covering School Resource Officers and potential facility use (Buena Vista site, gymnasium). - Annexation – 3500 Highway 95 N (Item 7.12): Approved 6-0 to introduce Ordinance No. 26-1381 annexing a 1.13-acre Mohave County-owned parcel (former sheriff's office) into city limits. The final vote will occur in July 2026. - Rezone – Paradyme Flatts (Item 7.13): Approved 5-1 (Lin dissenting) to rezone 4.49 acres at 1926 Swanson Ave. and 1851 Magnolia Dr. from R-CHD to R-CHD/PD to allow 68 attached single-family homes on individual lots, with elimination of side/rear setbacks and reduction of landscaping from 20% to 15%. The developer will install a traffic signal at Swanson and Smoketree, which city staff stated is warranted by traffic studies. Parking includes 12 guest spaces. Councilmember Lin opposed citing the traffic signal and density concerns. - Enterprise Asset Management System (Item 7.14): Approved 6-0 to execute a five-year, $1,115,690 agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for software and support services to manage work orders and assets across multiple departments. Key Outcomes - Budget Adoption: FY 2026-27 budget of $303,688,635 adopted 4-2. Tax levy will be set at the July 14, 2026 meeting. - Appointments: Derek Ross (Board of Adjustment), Mercedes Kaiser and Alex Coletta (Parks & Recreation Advisory Board), Lonnie Stevenson, Mary Costa, and Kay Patel (Planning & Zoning Commission). - Rezone Approved: Paradyme Flatts development (68 attached single-family homes) approved 5-1, with conditions including a traffic signal and reduced landscaping. - Annexation Introduced: Ordinance to annex 3500 Highway 95 N introduced; final vote expected July 2026. - Grants & Agreements: Approved H.A.V.E.N. renewal, CDC Foundation drowning prevention grant, housing rehabilitation guideline update, school district IGA extension, and OpenGov asset management system. - Future Actions: Council will meet July 14, 2026 for property tax levy adoption and July 28, 2026 for regular meeting. A presentation on water/wastewater infrastructure status will be scheduled.