Rodney Head

Laughlin Ranch Major General Plan Amendment

The applicant projects a 54% reduction in water demand (about 1.9 billion gallons) versus the current approved plan, but residents question actual data center water use.

BLM Land Exchange Agreement

The city gives up largely inaccessible land for a small but valuable in-city parcel.

Colorado River Water Management EIS Comments

Not specified in the agenda; the value of conservation credits to the city was not stated.

Electric-Assist Bicycle Regulations and Park Safety

Staff time and potential signage/enforcement costs.

Mohave County Airport Authority Legal Consultation

Any financial exposure or obligations weren't made public.

Ramar Road Traffic Safety and Speeding

Minor costs for potential signage, pavement markings, or speed feedback signs.

election candidate filing

Running a local campaign takes time and cash, but just picking up the packet is totally free.

State Legislative Monitoring and Permit-Ready Housing Plans

State budget negotiations and potential agency cuts could indirectly impact regional infrastructure funding and shared revenues.

Colorado River lawsuit

Protects city water rights and avoids potential economic damages from restricted water availability.

FY 2026-2027 Final Budget Adoption

Generates nominal cost recovery for municipal services and pavilion maintenance while adjusting permit and utility fees for inflation.

Homeless Shelter Funding and Services

Staff and partner agency time and operational resources.

La Plaza Inn Nuisance Abatement

Involves legal and potential demolition costs funded through municipal legal and contingency accounts.

Senior Transportation Volunteer Recruitment

None reported.

La Plaza Inn Public Nuisance Abatement

Legal fees and potential demolition costs will be incurred, with expenses liened against the property.

Highway 95 Median Removal and Traffic Improvements

The project costs $128,836, funded via a transfer from the General Fund contingency to the transportation capital project fund.

Code Enforcement and Palm Tree Maintenance

Risk Management Fund Transfer

$187,000 transfer from general fund contingency.

City Manager Compensation and Retention

Increases the city manager's base salary to $245,000 plus applicable cost-of-living adjustments.

Optimum Community Center Phase III Development

Estimated at approximately $3 million to construct both the pickleball facility and the community pool.

Hardyville Cemetery Historical Preservation and Enhancements

Project costs are expected to be covered by volunteer groups and donations.

Approval of August 20, 2025 Meeting Minutes

Consent Agenda

Series 6 Liquor License - O'Leary's Pub

The Heights at Laughlin Ranch Plat Extension

Zoning Density Change - The Heights at Laughlin Ranch (Ordinance No. 2026-1)

Zoning Map Change - 3801 Highway 95 Self-Storage (Ordinance No. 2026-2)

Merrill Avenue Project Permit Extension (Ordinance No. 2026-3)

Purchase of EcoVerde Odor Control Unit for Lift Station 18-1

SR 95 Median Removal and Paving Contract

Marketplace Chaparral Golf Course Budget Amendment

Mohave County Airport Authority Board Representation (Resolution No. 2026R-1)

Bureau of Reclamation EIS Comment Letter

Public Nuisance Abatement - La Plaza Inn (1978 Highway 95)

Consent Agenda

O'Leary's Pub Liquor License Recommendation

The Heights at Laughlin Ranch Final Plat Extension

Zoning Density Change for The Heights at Laughlin Ranch

Zoning Map Change for 3801 Highway 95 (Storage Facility)

Merrill Avenue Project Permit Time Extension

Purchase of Replacement Odor Control Unit for Lift Station 18-1

Council Member Dallman made a motion to authorize budget amendments from General Fund general services contingency to the Marketplace Chaparral Golf Course in the amount of $650,000.00.

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adjourn the special meeting and convene into executive session at 4:11 p.m.

Council Member Ring made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-3, approving an amendment to Z23-012, Ordinance No. 2024-01, Stipulation No. 5, to allow the applicant additional time to obtain building

Council Member Smith made a motion to approve the purchase of a replacement EcoVerde Odor Control Unit for Lift Station 18-1 from EcoVerde LLC, in the amount of $354,440.00 plus applicable taxes and t

Vice Mayor Alfonzo made a motion to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented for adoption at this meeting.

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-1, approving a zoning density change from R1L-PAD (Residential: Single-Family Limited, Planned Area Development) to Rl L-D6 (Residential

Council Member Smith made a motion to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2026R-1, requesting the Mohave County Airport Authority to appoint Council Member Gene O'Neill to the Board of Directors for an existing va

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adjourn from executive session and the special meeting at 5:15 p.m.

Council Member Smith made a motion that Items 1-2 on the Consent Agenda be approved in accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each Council Member and without further

Council Member Smith made a motion to: 1) authorize the commencement of legal action to abate a public nuisance at 1978 Highway 95, Bullhead City, Arizona, which action would include all remedies, up

Council Member Ring made a motion to make a recommendation to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control to approve the application for a Series 6 (Bar) liquor license and interim permit Jo

Council Member Newlin made a motion to approve an amendment to S06-027, Stipulation No. 10 to allow the applicant additional time to record the final plat for the first phase of a project known as The

Council Member Smith made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-2, approving the request for a zoning map change from C1 (Commercial: Neighborhood Sales and Service) to C2 (General Commercial) for a .8

Council Member Newlin made a motion to: 1) approve the construction contract with McCormick Construction Company of Bullhead City, Arizona for the State Route 95 at Central Avenue to Ricardo Avenue Me

Council Member Dallman made a motion to approve a letter, its execution by the Mayor, and its submission to the Bureau of Reclamation on behalf of the city as part of the public comment period for the

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adjourn the special meeting and convene into executive session at 4:11 p.m.

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adjourn from executive session and the special meeting at 5:15 p.m.

Vice Mayor Alfonzo made a motion to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented for adoption at this meeting.

Council Member Newlin made a motion to approve an amendment to S06-027, Stipulation No. 10 to allow the applicant additional time to record the final plat for the first phase of a project known as The

Council Member Smith made a motion that Items 1-2 on the Consent Agenda be approved in accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each Council Member and without further

Council Member Ring made a motion to make a recommendation to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control to approve the application for a Series 6 (Bar) liquor license and interim permit Jo

Council Member Smith made a motion to: 1) authorize the commencement of legal action to abate a public nuisance at 1978 Highway 95, Bullhead City, Arizona, which action would include all remedies, up

Council Member Newlin made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-1, approving a zoning density change from R1L-PAD (Residential: Single-Family Limited, Planned Area Development) to Rl L-D6 (Residential

Council Member Smith made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-2, approving the request for a zoning map change from C1 (Commercial: Neighborhood Sales and Service) to C2 (General Commercial) for a .8

Council Member Dallman made a motion to authorize budget amendments from General Fund general services contingency to the Marketplace Chaparral Golf Course in the amount of $650,000.00.

Council Member Ring made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 2026-3, approving an amendment to Z23-012, Ordinance No. 2024-01, Stipulation No. 5, to allow the applicant additional time to obtain building

Council Member Smith made a motion to approve the purchase of a replacement EcoVerde Odor Control Unit for Lift Station 18-1 from EcoVerde LLC, in the amount of $354,440.00 plus applicable taxes and t

Council Member Newlin made a motion to: 1) approve the construction contract with McCormick Construction Company of Bullhead City, Arizona for the State Route 95 at Central Avenue to Ricardo Avenue Me

Council Member Smith made a motion to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2026R-1, requesting the Mohave County Airport Authority to appoint Council Member Gene O'Neill to the Board of Directors for an existing va

Council Member Dallman made a motion to approve a letter, its execution by the Mayor, and its submission to the Bureau of Reclamation on behalf of the city as part of the public comment period for the

Motion to Oppose Permit-Ready Housing Plans Bill

Believed the city should remain neutral since the issue does not adversely affect local operations.

Vice Mayor Alfonzo made a motion to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented for adoption at this meeting.

Vice Mayor Alfonzo made a motion that Item I on the Consent Agenda be approved in accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each Council Member and without further disc

Council Member Newlin made a motion to approve the budget amendments from general fund general services contingency to the Risk Management in the amount of $187,000.00.

Risk Management Budget Amendment