Lake Havasu City Council Regular Meeting - November 25, 2025

The Lake Havasu City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The meeting included an invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the consent agenda, a city manager report, eight public hearings, a call to the public, and council committee reports. Key actions included approval of a military tribute banner program partnership, a rezone for a 102-unit multifamily development, a pavement condition index presentation, a procurement fundamentals presentation, a contract for Pima Wash stabilization design, denial of a design-build contract for an outdoor pool, and approval of a water treatment plant improvement bid.

Consent Calendar

• Approved unanimously (6-0) as presented.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Military Tribute Banner Program (7.1): Cindy Ritter of the Military Moms Organization expressed gratitude for the partnership and noted that the banners would honor Lake Havasu High School graduates serving in the military. No public opposition.
• Multifamily Rezone (7.2): Emiliano Torres raised concerns about eliminating dedicated and covered parking, potential conflicts between tenants and mall patrons, and ADA accessibility. Kim questioned parking for handicapped residents. Bonnie Toy urged going above minimum ADA requirements. Kelly Lutz shared concerns about on-site management and mall parking rules. John Perrott and Jarrett Portz (landowner/partner) strongly supported the project, citing the need for workforce housing and the use of underutilized parking.
• Pavement Condition Index (7.3): No public comments.
• Procurement Fundamentals (7.4): Jim Murray praised the presentation and emphasized the importance of clear bid packages and safety. Bonnie Toy asked about the availability of the presentation and questioned the required no-boycott-Israel clause.
• Pima Wash Stabilization (7.5): No public comments.
• Aquatic Center Pool (7.6): Bonnie Toy suggested tabling the vote. Jim Murray advised the council to step back and reconsider due to many unresolved questions.
• Water Treatment Plant Improvement (7.7): No public comments.
• Vice Mayor Selection (7.8): No public comments.
• Call to the Public: Steve Buckley announced that Iron Man Arizona is interested in relocating to Lake Havasu City and invited council to a feasibility meeting. Bonnie Toy objected to the proposed business license fee increase, noting that Lake Havasu City's fees are higher than comparable cities.

Discussion Items

• 7.1 Military Tribute Banner Program: The city will partner with Military Moms to place banners at Wheeler Park. Councilmember Diaz verified the city's role in verifying service and banner installation. Approved 6-0.
• 7.2 Multifamily Rezone (5601 Highway 95): Staff and applicant Chad Nelson presented a 102-unit modular apartment project to address the housing shortage. Council debated parking, building height, and infrastructure. The project includes a maximum 32-foot height and exemption from covered parking. Approved 6-0.
• 7.3 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) Presentation: Vivek Ajof of Nichols Consulting Engineers presented the city's PCI score of 64 (out of 100), with 432 centerline miles assessed. The data will inform future road maintenance decisions. No action required.
• 7.4 Procurement Fundamentals Presentation: Lynette Singleton presented an overview of city procurement processes, including local preference policies, statutory requirements, and plans to improve vendor outreach. Councilmember Campbell and Diaz discussed challenges faced by local contractors and the need for clearer communication. No action.
• 7.5 Pima Wash Stabilization Design Contract: Staff recommended a $143,610 contract with Kimley Horn for design services. Approved 6-0.
• 7.6 Aquatic Center Outdoor Pool Design-Build Contract: Extensive debate occurred. Councilmembers Lynn, Diaz, and Campbell expressed concerns about the process, the contractor (Concord General Contracting), potential costs, and the lack of grant funding exploration. Councilmember Moses questioned the source of opposition. After an executive session, a motion to deny the $180,230 pre-construction services contract passed 6-0, with direction to re-evaluate during budget sessions.
• 7.7 Water Treatment Plant Improvement Bid: Awarded to KIR Civil Corporation for $2,718,200 to replace a gaseous chlorine system with sodium hypochlorite. Approved 6-0.
• 7.8 Vice Mayor Selection Discussion: Councilmember Campbell proposed that council members running for office should not serve as vice mayor to avoid perceived influence. Councilmembers Moses, Koch, and the mayor disagreed, noting the vice mayor is chosen by colleagues and has no more influence than other council members. Vice Mayor Lynn and Councilmember Diaz supported the concern, citing past experience. No formal action was taken; the matter will be decided at the December 9 meeting.

Key Outcomes

• Approved 6-0: Consent agenda, Military Tribute Banner Program partnership, multifamily rezone (5601 Highway 95), Pima Wash stabilization design contract ($143,610 to Kimley Horn), and water treatment plant improvement bid ($2,718,200 to KIR Civil).
• Denied 6-0: Aquatic center outdoor pool design-build contract ($180,230 to Concord General Contracting). The project will be re-evaluated during the next budget session.
• No Action: Pavement condition index presentation, procurement fundamentals presentation, and vice mayor selection discussion (to be decided at December 9 meeting).