Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Yuma public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
17 issues
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
Yuma is holding a free household hazardous waste drop-off on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Public Works facility on 2nd Ave. If you’ve got old paint, chemicals, or batteries sitting around, this is a safe way to get rid of them without guessing.
Police Investigation and Transparency Concerns
The father and family of 17-year-old Javier 'Milo' Figueroa, who died in 2025, say YPD's investigation left them without answers after 389 days. They're asking council to order an independent review and preserve evidence.
Shaw Field sports lighting
An $800,000 lighting purchase will light two full soccer fields at the former Shaw Industries property, extending usable hours until 11 p.m. and easing pressure on other busy fields.
Rezoning at County 13th/48th Street and Avenue 5½E
A rezoning ordinance was introduced for the northeast corner of County 13th Street/48th Street and Avenue 5½E — the first public step before a future adoption vote.
Hotel Del Sol Multi-Modal Transportation Center
Councilmembers held back the donation of historic Hotel Del Sol doors and windows to Castle Dome Mine Museum, preferring a long-term loan so the materials remain city property; the item returns next meeting with an itemized list.
Roadway Safety Action Plan
Families of crash victims told the council the Road Safety Action Plan undercounts deaths near County 15th/Avenue 1E and County 16th/Avenue 3E because state crash data lags six months. Staff are running traffic counts now and a four-way stop or signal could follow if a warrant is met.
Union Pacific Railroad property acquisition
The council adopted an ordinance authorizing the city's acquisition of Union Pacific Railroad property, a step that typically supports corridors, trails, or future infrastructure.
Opioid settlement proceeds
Yuma formally opted into national opioid settlements, which will bring the city its share of settlement money from the manufacturers and distributors behind the opioid epidemic.
CEASE anti-trafficking designation
Yuma earned the CEASE designation after training more than 800 employees to spot and report human trafficking.
Parks and Recreation Department Update
The Parks and Recreation Department will brief the council on the state of city parks, programs, and facilities. It's a chance for residents' priorities — from fields to community programs — to get council attention before budget decisions.
Fire Department Ladder Truck Purchase
Somerton’s council approved $2.3 million+ for a new ladder truck for the Somerton-Cocopah Fire Department. The current truck is 20 years old and racking up repair bills, so this is about replacing aging equipment before reliability becomes a bigger problem.
Facility Management Complex
Yuma County supervisors just hit the brakes on a new IT and Facilities Management complex, telling staff to come back in a month with better options. Right now, these workers are stuck in cramped 1970s buildings and mobile offices that desperately need an upgrade.
Yuma City Code Amendments Regarding Animals and Fowl
Residents voiced concerns over feral cat populations, public health risks, and local bird predation, prompting clarification from city staff that current amendments focus on civil enforcement rather than altering trap-neuter-return policies.
Old Town Parking Exemptions and Downtown Development
The council debated changing parking rules for downtown Old Town to require more parking for new construction or expansions under 5,000 square feet, ultimately deciding to delay the vote to avoid unfairly penalizing existing property owners who have no room to expand.
Utility Rates
Tierra Mesa residents are furious because their water bills have shot through the roof even though they're actually using less water than before. It's a classic case of paying more for less, and locals want answers from the city.
Water Utility Rates
Arizona's top utility regulator is heading to Yuma to hear residents' complaints about high private water bills, poor quality, and weak pressure. If you're tired of paying too much for sub-par water service, this is your chance to speak up.
Proposed Telehealth Services Agreement with MD Ally
The city is exploring a partnership with MD Ally Technologies to enhance emergency services and telehealth offerings for residents. Fire and EMS officials presented the proposal to the council for review.