Bullhead City public meetings in 2023
20 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold a public meeting on December 20, 2023. There are no items to come before the Commission at this time.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to change the zoning of a 3.84 acre parcel from Residential: Single-Family Limited to Industrial: General Limited. The commission will also review minutes from previous meetings held on November 2, 2023.
- Zoning map change 223-010: 3.84 acre parcel at 2210 Rancho Colorado Boulevard
- Approval of November 2, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes
- Approval of November 2, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission is considering administrative changes to how food vendors operate in city parks. Discussion includes creating a designated vendor area at Community Park and adjusting the current 15-minute movement requirement.
- Recommendation for a trial designated food vendor area at Community Park
- Proposed change to require food trucks to move every 45-60 minutes instead of 15 minutes
- Resurfacing of Rotary Park basketball courts by Elite Sports Builders
- Bidding process for municipal pool deck resurfacing and heater replacement
Bullhead Area Transit System BATS Commission Meeting
The BATS Commission will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2024 calendar year. The agenda also includes an annual review of the Transit Commission Bylaws and several transit program reports.
- Election of 2024 Chairperson
- Election of 2024 Vice-Chairperson
- Annual review of Transit Commission Bylaws
- 5307 Grant Program Transition Update
- Transit Facility Project Update
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a citizen-initiated amendment to the municipal code that would allow up to two accessory living spaces (e.g., guest houses) to be excluded from the accessory square footage calculation. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the October 5, 2023 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other action items listed.
- Public hearing on code amendment to Title 17, Chapter 17.06 regarding accessory structures
- Proposal to exclude up to two guest houses from accessory square footage limit
- Approval of October 5, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Special Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding architectural standards, including styles, design elements, and colors for commercial districts. This discussion follows previous reviews of municipal codes from other communities and current city requirements for buildings facing major or minor arterials.
- Discussion of architectural standards for commercial zoning districts
- Review of building material requirements for structures fronting on major or minor arterials
Franchise License Commission Meeting
The Commission will review quarterly reports and discuss potential service or rate issues with several local utility companies. These discussions include updates on growth, rate changes, and infrastructure matters.
- UniSource Energy Corporation quarterly report
- Southwest Gas Corporation quarterly report
- Bermuda Water Co. quarterly report
- Optimum Communications quarterly report
- Republic Services quarterly report
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Commission discussed potential administrative changes to the current food vendor agreement, specifically regarding a rule that requires trucks to move every 15 minutes. A workshop will be held to review these conditions and consider extending the allowed time a vendor can remain at one location.
- Discussion of mobile food vendor rules requiring movement every 15 minutes
- Proposed $25 per day or $500 per year permit options for vendors
- Update on Rotary Park football field renovations and Mohave Community College soccer preparations
- Approval of the September 20, 2023, meeting minutes
- Election of Commissioner Petrillo as Vice Chairwoman
Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting/Work Shop
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a work session to discuss mobile food vendors within city parks. The meeting includes a review of potential administrative changes to the Parks Mobile Food Vendor Agreement. No legal action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion regarding mobile food vendors in city parks
- Proposed administrative changes to the Parks Mobile Food Vendor Agreement
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use requests. These include zoning map changes for properties on Navajo Drive and Highway 95, as well as a request for a conditional use permit for a cosmetology trade school. The commission will also discuss architectural standards in commercial districts.
- Zoning change from R2MF to C2 at 1395 Navajo Drive
- Conditional use permit for a cosmetology trade school at 2135 Highway 95
- Abandonment of utility easement at 2380 Highway 95 and 2385 Miracle Mile
- Repeal of development plan ordinances for Sections 28 and 30
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to elect a new Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The body will also conduct its annual review of the Commission Bylaws.
- Election of a Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 city fiscal year
- Annual review of the Parks & Recreation Commission Bylaws
- Discussion regarding mobile food vendors in city parks
- Approval of the July 19, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled August 16, 2023 meeting because there are no items to consider. This is a procedural cancellation with no decisions or discussions.
Bullhead Area Transit System (BATS) Commission Meeting
The Bullhead Area Transit System (BATS) Commission is meeting to receive reports on transit finances, performance, a grant program transition, the transit facility project, and marketing. Commissioners will also discuss current events and identify future agenda items. The agenda is largely informational with no specific action items listed beyond approving future agenda items.
- Financial and Performance Reports
- 5307 Grant Program Transition Update
- Transit Facility Project Update
- Marketing and Advertising Update
- Discussion and possible action to identify and approve future agenda items
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests to change land use designations from Medium Density Residential to Light Industrial, along with corresponding zoning map changes from Public Land District to Industrial, General Limited, for parcels at 2525 Rio Rancho Blvd. and 1805 Bullhead Parkway. The Commission will also discuss a code amendment regarding accessory structure square footage in multi-family districts and conduct an annual review of its bylaws.
- Public hearing on minor general plan amendment P23-001 to change land use from Medium Density Residential to Light Industrial for a portion of an 80.49-acre parcel at 2525 Rio Rancho Blvd.
- Public hearing on zoning map change Z23-007 from PL (Public Land District) to M1 (Industrial, General Limited) for the same 80.49-acre parcel at 2525 Rio Rancho Blvd.
- Public hearing on minor general plan amendment P23-002 to change land use from Medium Density Residential to Light Industrial for a portion of a 78.49-acre parcel at 1805 Bullhead Parkway.
- Public hearing on zoning map change Z23-008 from PL (Public Land District) to M1 (Industrial, General Limited) for the same 78.49-acre parcel at 1805 Bullhead Parkway.
- Public hearing on a code amendment to Title 17, Chapter 17.06.140 regarding maximum allowable square footage of accessory structures in multi-family zoning districts.
Franchise License Commission Meeting
The Franchise License Commission is holding a regular meeting to receive quarterly reports from UniSource Energy, Southwest Gas, Bermuda Water, Optimum Communications, and Republic Services. The reports cover rate changes, growth issues, and service or road repair matters. The commission may take action on any service issues raised and will also approve the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Quarterly report from UniSource Energy Corporation on rates and growth
- Quarterly report from Southwest Gas Corporation on rates and growth
- Quarterly report from Bermuda Water Co. on rates, water leaks, and road repair
- Quarterly report from Optimum Communications on channel changes, rates, and customer service
- Quarterly report from Republic Services on rates and service issues
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the May 17, 2023 meeting minutes, a modification to the Rotary Park Master Plan adding an ADA playground and two handball/racquetball courts, and the annual review of its bylaws. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes routine reports and comments, with no other major action items.
- Modification to Rotary Park Master Plan: ADA playground and two handball/racquetball courts
- Annual review of Parks & Recreation Commission Bylaws (no revisions recommended)
- Election of Chairperson for 2023-2024 fiscal year
- Election of Vice Chairperson for 2023-2024 fiscal year
- Approval of May 17, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit renewal for a youth shelter at 2521 Via Arroyo and a zoning map change for a 5-acre parcel at 2499 Calle De Mercado. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and conduct an annual review of its bylaws.
- Public hearing on conditional use permit renewal for Arizona Youth Partnership youth shelter at 2521 Via Arroyo (up to 5 females ages 12-17, expires July 11, 2027 if approved)
- Public hearing on zoning map change from R1L-D35 to R2MF-D3 for 5 acres at 2499 Calle De Mercado (allows multifamily density of 3,000 sq ft per unit)
- Election of chairperson and vice chairperson for 2023-2024 fiscal year
- Annual review of Planning and Zoning Commission bylaws (no changes proposed)
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Bullhead City Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold its scheduled June 21, 2023 meeting because there are no items to bring before the commission. This is a procedural cancellation with no business conducted.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Bullhead City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a conditional use permit for continuous outdoor merchandise display at 2350 Miracle Mile (CAL Ranch), and another on a zoning map change from R2MF-D3 to R2MF-D2 for parcels at 1774 and 1778 North Avenue to allow a reduced front yard setback. The commission will also vote on approving the May 4, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Conditional use permit U23-002 for outdoor display of merchandise in C2 district at 2350 Miracle Mile (Riverview Mall Tract 4081, Parcel C)
- Zoning map change Z23-005 from R2MF-D3 to R2MF-D2 at 1774 and 1778 North Avenue (Desert Ridge, Tract 4032A, Block 3, Lots 7 & 8)
- Approval of May 4, 2023 regular meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly approve adding a Standing Drum Quintet playground toy to the KaBoom! Playground at Rotary Park, proposed by the Colorado River Leadership Class of 2023. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the April 19, 2023 regular meeting. The April minutes show a motion to recommend EV charging stations in city parks failed 2-2.
- Discussion and possible action to approve addition of Standing Drum Quintet Playground at Rotary Park
- Discussion and possible action to approve minutes of April 19, 2023 Regular Commission Meeting
- April 19 meeting: motion to recommend EV charging stations at city parks failed (2-2 vote)
- April 19 meeting: public comments about restroom doors at Don Sullivan and Community Parks, stop sign at Rotary Park, and boat launch time limits