Lake Havasu City public meetings in 2023
50 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding text amendments to the City Code Title 14 zoning sections. Additionally, members will discuss potential design standards for metallic exterior materials on commercial buildings.
- Text amendments to City Code Title 14 (Zoning)
- Discussion of design standards for metallic exterior materials on commercial buildings
- Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a liquor license hearing, security service agreements, and utility easement abandonments. The meeting also includes the selection of a Vice Mayor and reports from various advisory boards.
- Public hearing for Series #06 Bar Liquor License at Lighthouse Lounge, 317 Lake Havasu Avenue South/Bechen
- Cooperative Purchase Agreement with American Guard Services for armed and unarmed services
- Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Contract with Clifton Larson Allen, LLP for external auditing
- Cooperative Purchase Agreement for citywide uniforms and laundry service with Unifirst Corporation
- Resolution ratifying an off-highway vehicle grant application to Arizona State Parks & Trails
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will review agreements with London Bridge Resort, LLC regarding the Bridgewater Channel and stage area under the London Bridge. The agenda also includes proposals for new city vehicle purchases and a bingo license application.
- Maintenance agreement with London Bridge Resort, LLC for the Bridgewater Channel
- Lease agreement with London Bridge Resort, LLC for stage area under the London Bridge
- Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban LT 4WD from Midway Chevrolet Company 1, LLC
- Purchase of a 2024 Ford Maverick FWD from San Tan Auto Partners LLC
- Class B Bingo License Application for VFW Post 9401 Auxiliary/Munn
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a preliminary subdivision plat. The request involves creating a 4-unit residential condominium subdivision at 2770 Tonto Drive.
- Public hearing for South Side One Condominiums at 2770 Tonto Drive
- Request for a 4-unit residential condominium subdivision plat
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings including a zoning amendment for El Camino Drive and updates to the schedule of fees. Other items include a memorandum of understanding with firefighters and a water main replacement project.
- Ordinance No. 23-1322: Rezoning 1535 El Camino Drive from Limited Commercial (C-1) to General Commercial (C-2)
- Ordinance No. 23-1319: Amending City Code Section 3.20.040 regarding Schedule of Fees and Service Charges
- Awarding design agreement for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project, Phase 2, to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
- Purchase of two vehicles from Anderson Chrysler and one Ford F150 from San Tan Ford
- Approval of the 2024 Memorandum of Understanding with Lake Havasu Professional Firefighters
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will review several liquor license applications and zoning changes. They will also consider contracts for boat ramp construction and water system maintenance. Additionally, the council will discuss updates to the city's fee schedule.
- Planned Development Rezone for Delta Drive and McCulloch Blvd S
- Construction contract award for Site 6 Boat Ramp Replacement Project
- Rezoning of 1695 Deer Run Drive to Residential Single-Family
- Amendments to the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges
- Liquor license applications for Star Cinemas and Majik Bistro & Milkshakes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will review a zone change for El Camino Drive and a conditional use permit for food vendors at Jamaica Boulevard and Chemehuevi Boulevard. The agenda also includes a preliminary subdivision plat for 147 lots at Window Rock Estates.
- Zone change from C-1 to C-2 at 1535 El Camino Drive
- Conditional use permit for seven mobile food vendors at 2894 Jamaica Boulevard and 2895 Chemehuevi Boulevard
- Preliminary subdivision plat for Window Rock Estates creating 147 lots on approximately 80 acres
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will review several public hearing items involving construction and infrastructure awards. The agenda also includes a consent agenda covering easement abandonments and legal service agreements.
- 2024 Water Main Replacement Project design award to Trico Engineering, LLC
- Airport Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) Upgrade Project award to Pavex Corporation
- Island Path Repave construction contract award to Pioneer Earthmovers, Inc.
- Wash Crossing Improvements El Dorado Avenue N. Project award to Perco Rock Company
- Park Avenue Lift Station Rehabilitation Project award to Felix Construction Company
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will consider a resolution to increase water and wastewater rates starting November 1, 2023. Other items include agreements for road safety improvements and funding for an emergency evacuation bridge. The agenda also includes approvals for new vehicle purchases and a storage condominium subdivision.
- Resolution to increase water and sewer rates effective November 1, 2023
- Agreement with ADOT for speed feedback signs and crosswalks on Swanson Avenue
- Funding acceptance from ADOT for an emergency evacuation bridge
- Purchase of a Pierce Velocity fire engine and ADA-compliant vans
- Final subdivision plat approval for LuxeLocker at 3204 Sweetwater Avenue
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning requests. One involves changing a Deer Run Drive property from agriculture to residential use. Another proposes increasing housing density on Delta Drive and McCulloch Boulevard S.
- Rezone 1695 Deer Run Drive from Agriculture-Preservation to Residential Single-Family
- Planned Development Rezone for Delta Drive and McCulloch Blvd S to increase density to 37.1 units per acre
- Approval of August 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings including a planned development rezone for McCulloch Boulevard. The agenda also includes multiple technology and equipment purchase agreements and road rehabilitation bids.
- Planned development rezone for 3180 & 3190 McCulloch Boulevard N. to allow four accessory buildings
- Amendment to City Code Section 14.04.02.C regarding multi-family parking standards
- Purchase of Forensics X7 Scanning System, accessories, and training from AllTerra Central
- Purchase of Dell Network Switches and Fortinet Wi-Fi Solution from Sterling Computers Corporation
- Pavement rehabilitation bid for Palo Verde Boulevard South, Industrial Boulevard & Kiowa Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezone request for properties at 3180 & 3190 McCulloch Boulevard N. The proposal seeks to allow four accessory buildings of varying heights alongside an existing sanctuary building.
- Public hearing for PD-19-1222 rezone at 3180 & 3190 McCulloch Boulevard N.
- Request to allow four accessory buildings with heights of 25, 20, and 16 feet
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a Planned Development Rezone for 3180 & 3190 McCulloch Boulevard N. The proposal allows for four accessory buildings with specific height allowances and improved parking and access. The recommendation included six conditions, including the requirement to combine the two properties into one.
- Recommended approval of PD 23-3930 for church expansion at 3180 & 3190 McCulloch Blvd N (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a utility cost of service rate study and new mobile food vendor regulations. The agenda also includes various contract awards for fire suppression maintenance, vehicle purchases, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 23-1316 regarding Mobile Food Vendor regulations
- Presentation on the 2023 Utility Cost of Service Rate Study
- Approval of a final subdivision plat for 24 residential lots at Trinity at Havasu Foothills Estates
- Award of bid for London Bridge Pier D Repair Re-Bid Project to Restruction
- Award of bid for Mulberry Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades to Kinney Construction, LLC
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will elect its Chair and Vice Chair for a 12-month term. Public hearings include requests for a new storage condominium subdivision, a masterplan amendment for Maricopa Avenue, and a zoning code text amendment regarding parking requirements.
- Proposed 48-unit LuxeLocker storage condominium at 3204 Sweetwater Avenue
- Request to remove property from the Parking-In-Common Masterplan at 2905 Maricopa Avenue
- Text amendment regarding multi-family parking requirements and rounding calculations
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for a 12-month term
The Commission elected Commissioner Diaz as Chair and Commissioner Medley as Vice Chair. The body approved a preliminary subdivision plat for storage condominiums and an amendment to a parking masterplan. It also recommended approval of updated multi-family parking standards and rounding rules for the City Council.
- Elected Commissioner Diaz as Chair (6-1)
- Elected Commissioner Medley as Vice Chair (6-1)
- Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved preliminary subdivision plat for 48-unit storage condominiums at 3204 Sweetwater Avenue (7-0)
- Approved removing 2905 Maricopa Avenue from the Parking-In-Common Masterplan (7-0)
- Recommended approval of amended multi-family parking standards and fractional rounding rules (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings including water infrastructure proposals and rezoning requests. The agenda also includes various consent items regarding city agreements and the purchase of municipal equipment.
- Proposal to Bureau of Reclamation for a new water treatment plant and improvements
- Grant application to Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona for water conservation and main replacement
- Planned Development rezoning for 115 Park Avenue to allow multiple-family residential use
- Purchase of nine police department replacement vehicles from Midway Chevrolet
- Liquor license hearing for Foundry at 210 Swanson Avenue/Caley
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to amend the development plan for 3180 McCulloch Boulevard N. The proposal seeks to allow four accessory buildings with a 16-foot height in addition to the existing sanctuary building.
- Rezone request for 3180 McCulloch Boulevard N. to allow four accessory buildings
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission tabled a request to amend a Planned Development for 3180 McCulloch Boulevard N. The item was delayed after the applicant requested a higher building limit for accessory buildings than what was listed in the staff report. The request will return as a new item following a revised staff report and notification process.
- Approved minutes from July 19, 2023 Regular Meeting (7-0)
- Tabled ID 23-3891 Planned Development Rezone for 3180 McCulloch Boulevard N.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a rezoning for storage units and updates to the Magistrate's Court. The meeting also includes a notice of intention to increase water and wastewater rates.
- Proposed rezone for 2070 Kiow Boulevard N. to allow storage units
- Notice of intention to increase water and wastewater rates and charges
- Ratification of change order No. 5 for the Island Wastewater Treatment Plant project
- Awarding of bid for North Well Field Pump and Downhole Improvement Project
- Ordinance to repeal and replace city code regarding cabarets and sex-oriented businesses
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezone for 115 Park Avenue. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Limited Commercial to a Planned Development. This change would allow for multiple-family residential use and increase maximum building height from 25 to 30 feet.
- Rezone request for 115 Park Avenue (ID 23-3876)
- Proposed building height increase from 25 feet to 30 feet
- Approval of June 21, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission heard a request to rezone 115 Park Avenue to allow a three-story mixed-use building with 24 apartments and a restaurant. The proposal includes a height increase to 30 feet and the use of decomposed granite for a vehicle travel aisle. No final vote on the rezoning was recorded in the provided text.
- Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from June 21, 2023
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will vote on a property tax levy of $0.6718 per $100 of assessed valuation to fund the annual budget. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a restaurant liquor license and several city contracts.
- Property tax levy of $0.6718 per $100 of assessed valuation, an additional $275,057
- Liquor license for Northside Grill at 5601 Highway 95 North
- Purchase of LIFEPAK 15 and LUCAS 3 medical equipment from Stryker Medical
- Change Order No. 1 for the Chip Drive Lift Station Improvements Project
- Software agreement with Can/Am Technologies, Inc. for teller implementation
The City Council adopted the property tax levy rate of $0.6718 per $100 assessed value for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Other actions included approving a new cash receipting software agreement and appointing members to the Airport Advisory Board.
- Adopted property tax levy rate of $0.6718 per $100 assessed value for FY 2023-24 (6-0)
- Adopted property tax levy rate of $0.7370 per $100 for Improvement District No. 2 (6-0)
- Approved Teller Software as a Service Agreement with Can/Am Technologies, Inc. (6-0)
- Ratified $83,767 change order for Chip Drive Lift Station Improvements (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #12 restaurant liquor license for Northside Grill (6-0)
- Appointed members to the Lake Havasu City Airport Advisory Board (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 23-1313 to repeal City Code Section 2.56.040 (6-0)
- Approved purchase of LIFEPAK 15 and LUCAS 3 chest compression systems (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
This meeting agenda is a test document containing only procedural items. The commission is scheduled to review correspondence, announcements, and the approval of regular meeting minutes.
- No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this test agenda.
City Council
The City Council will consider several public hearings and resolutions, including the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 final budget. The meeting also includes a truth in taxation hearing regarding the proposed property tax levy.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Final Budget
- Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Property Tax Levy
- Liquor license hearing for Series #7 Beer and Wine Bar at Havasu Riviera Marina
- Professional services contract with Pivotal Policy Consulting
- Ratification of a price increase for a 2023 VX50 Vactor Trailer and Tank
The City Council adopted the final budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and approved a property tax levy for the upcoming year. The council also filled several vacancies on city boards and commissions and approved a liquor license recommendation.
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2023-24 final budget of $228,632,955
- Approved proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Property Tax levy (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #7 liquor license for Havasu Riviera Marina (6-0)
- Appointed Robin Hill to Board of Adjustment (6-0)
- Appointed Mercedes Kaiser and Jason Mitchell to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (6-0)
- Appointed Suzannah Ballard (regular) and JP Thornton (alternate) to Planning & Zoning Commission (6-0)
- Appointed John Nuss to Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Local Police and Fire Boards (6-0)
- Approved transfer of approximately $41,000 from General Fund to Refuse Fund (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land use requests. These include a permit for a childcare center at 3430 McCulloch Boulevard N and a rezone for storage units at 2070 Kiowa Boulevard N.
- Major Conditional Use Permit for a childcare center at 3430 McCulloch Boulevard N
- Planned Development Rezone for storage units at 2070 Kiowa Boulevard N
- Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a childcare center on McCulloch Boulevard. The commission also recommended that City Council approve a rezone for storage units on Kiowa Boulevard.
- Approved Major Conditional Use Permit for childcare center at 3430 McCulloch Boulevard N (7-0)
- Recommended City Council approve Planned Development rezone for storage units at 2070 Kiowa Boulevard N (5-2)
- Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Tentative Budget and a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for 2024-28. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments and employment contracts for city officials.
- Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Tentative Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Zoning amendments for properties at 6600 & 6700 Chenoweth Drive
- Employment contracts for the City Attorney, City Manager, and City Magistrate
- $60,000 annual expenditure limit for citywide laundry and uniform services
- Bid award for the London Bridge Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project
The City Council approved new employment contracts for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate. The council also approved several administrative items via a consent agenda and authorized a land parcel exchange with American Legion Post #81.
- Approved City Attorney employment contract with Kelly Garry (4-2)
- Approved City Manager employment contract with Jess Knudson (4-2)
- Approved City Magistrate employment contract with Mitchell Kalauli (5-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-3673 to exchange city-owned parcels on Paseo Del Sol Avenue
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Mohave County for Rental Assistance Program
- Approved abandonment of public utility easements at 4121 Carlsbad Drive and 2820 War Eagle Drive
- Ratified purchase of nine sets of structural/extrication PPE from Matlick Enterprises
- Approved annual expenditures up to $60,000 for laundry and uniform services with Unifirst Corporation
🗳️ How they voted — 16 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss the annual evaluations, reappointments, and contract negotiations for the City Magistrate, City Manager, and City Attorney. Following the closed session, the council may take action regarding performance findings or salary adjustments for these positions.
- Evaluation and contract negotiations for the City Magistrate
- Evaluation and contract negotiations for the City Manager
- Evaluation and contract negotiations for the City Attorney
The City Council held a special meeting to address annual evaluations and contract negotiations for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate. Following an executive session, the Council voted to have staff draft employment contracts for these three positions for future consideration.
- Directed staff to draft employment contracts for City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider evaluations and contract negotiations for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate. The agenda also includes proposals to dissolve two improvement districts and approve several grants and service agreements.
- Evaluations and contract negotiations for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate
- Dissolution of Lake Havasu City Improvement Districts No. 4 and No. 7
- Grant applications for court security equipment and criminal history data clean-up
- Purchase of courthouse furniture from Goodman’s Interior Solutions
- Lease agreement with River Cities United Way for office space at Fire Station No. 5
The City Council approved a purchase for courthouse furniture and services and dissolved two improvement districts. The council also found the performance evaluations of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Magistrate to be favorable.
- Approved $659,815.98 purchase of furniture for the courthouse from Goodman’s Interior Solutions (6-1)
- Dissolved Lake Havasu City Improvement District No. 4 (McCulloch Median) (7-0)
- Dissolved Lake Havasu City Improvement District No. 7 (McCulloch Streetscape) (7-0)
- Determined evaluations of City Magistrate, City Manager, and City Attorney are favorable (6-1)
- Approved Consent Agenda including grant applications for court security and criminal history data (7-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility and drainage easements at 481 Lake Havasu Ave N, 3200 Star Dr, 1813 Ambassador Dr, and 1811 Ambassador Dr (7-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Western Arizona Vocational Education Joint Technical Education District for 2023-2028 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The agenda includes annual evaluations and contract negotiations for the City Magistrate, City Manager, and City Attorney.
- City Magistrate evaluation and contract negotiations
- City Manager evaluation and contract negotiations
- City Attorney evaluation and contract negotiations
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to extend an outdoor event area permit at 2101 McCulloch Blvd. North without required parking improvements. Members will also review text amendments intended to align city procedures with Arizona Revised Statutes regarding General Plan amendments.
- Extension of Conditional Use Permit #20-0030001 for an outdoor event area at 2101 McCulloch Blvd. N.
- Minor Text Amendment to the Lake Havasu City General Plan
- Text Amendment to City Code Title 14, Zoning (Development Code), Section 14.05.04.M
- Review and discussion of parking standards for multi-family development
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a one-year extension for an outdoor event area at 2101 McCulloch Blvd. N. without requiring parking improvements. The Commission also recommended that City Council approve text amendments to the General Plan and Zoning Code to align with state statutes.
- Approved one-year extension for Conditional Use Permit #20-0030001 at 2101 McCulloch Blvd. N. (7-0)
- Recommended City Council approve General Plan minor text amendment (ID 23-3766) (7-0)
- Recommended City Council approve Zoning Code text amendment (ID 23-3765) (7-0)
- Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including intergovernmental agreements and grant acceptances. Public hearings include a land use amendment and rezoning for 115 Park Avenue, as well as a equipment purchase agreement.
- Rezoning of 115 Park Avenue to allow multiple-family residential use and increased building height
- Final plat and development agreement for Courdon Palms townhomes at 1550 London Bridge Road
- Cooperative purchase agreement with Vermeer Corporation for a 2023 VX50 Vactor Trailer and Tank
- Grant acceptance from Arizona Department of Transportation for Runway Safety Area improvements
- Memorandum of Understanding with Lake Havasu Unified School District No. 1 for fire service program
The City Council approved the final plat for the Courdon Palms townhome subdivision and a General Plan amendment for a mixed-use project at 115 Park Avenue. The council also authorized an application for federal housing rehabilitation grants and several intergovernmental agreements.
- Approved Final Plat for Courdon Palms 20-unit townhome subdivision (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-3664 for Federal FY 2023 CDBG housing rehab funds (7-0)
- Approved General Plan amendment for 115 Park Avenue to Resort-Related Mainland (6-1)
- Approved ADOT data access agreement (Resolution No. 23-3654) (7-0)
- Approved LHUSD No. 1 Fire Service Program MOU (Resolution No. 23-3655) (7-0)
- Ratified ADOT grant for Runway Safety Area improvements (Resolution No. 23-3656) (7-0)
- Approved CHEMPACK materials agreement with AZ Dept of Health Services (Resolution No. 23-3660) (7-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility easement at 3557 Tarpon Drive (Resolution No. 23-3661) (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use amendments and rezoning requests. These items involve changing property designations on Chenoweth Drive and Victoria Farms Road to allow for residential, industrial, and public facility uses.
- Amendment to change 6600 & 6700 Chenoweth Drive from Employment to High Density Residential
- Rezone for 6590, 6600, & 6700 Chenoweth Drive and 1800 & 2000 Victoria Farms Road to Public Lands and Facilities (P-1) and RMH/PD
- Rezone 2205 Victoria Farms Road from Light Industrial/Planned Development to Industrial District
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approval of a minor amendment to the General Plan's Future Land Use Map, changing 5 acres at 6600 and 6700 Chenoweth Drive from Employment to High Density Residential. The amendment is the first step toward adding the parcel to a previously approved 39-acre manufactured home park. The Commission also held a public hearing on a related rezoning request for a 44.24-acre planned development including 294 manufactured home spaces, but no vote was recorded on that item in these minutes.
- Recommended approval of General Plan amendment for 5 acres at 6600 & 6700 Chenoweth Drive, changing land use from Employment to High Density Residential (7-0, 1 recused)
- Approved minutes of April 19, 2023 regular meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will consider a bid award for the airport sealcoat program and hold a discussion regarding airport hangars. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering previous meeting minutes and a residential subdivision plat.
- Award bid to American Road Maintenance for Fiscal Year 2022-23 Airport Sealcoat Program
- Discussion of general overview of hangars at the airport
- Approval of final subdivision plat for Hudson Subdivision at 2972 Amigo Drive
- Announcement of vacancies on city boards, committees, and commissions
The City Council approved a contract for airport runway maintenance and a final subdivision plat for three residential lots. Council members also held a public hearing and discussion regarding the high demand for airport hangars and the current RFP process.
- Approved $80,000 bid to American Road Maintenance for FY 2022-23 Airport Sealcoat Program (7-0)
- Approved Final Subdivision Plat for Hudson Subdivision at 2972 Amigo Drive to create 3 residential lots (7-0)
- Approved April 11, 2023, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (7-0)
- Approved call for Executive Session on May 9, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding parking standards for multi-family developments. The discussion includes current and previous standards as well as comparisons to other jurisdictions.
- Public Hearing: Review and Discussion of Parking Standards for Multi-Family Development (ID 23-3716)
The Commission reviewed current parking standards for multi-family developments to determine if they should be amended. No formal action was taken, though members discussed the balance between increasing housing density and managing street parking safety.
- Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from April 5, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review year-end estimates for Fiscal Year 2022/23 and the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The session also includes a discussion regarding the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.
- Fiscal Year 2022/23 Budget Year-End Estimates
- Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Budget
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a bid for underground storage tank removal. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions regarding the abandonment of public utility and drainage easements.
- Award bid to Hawkke, LLC, for removal of underground storage tanks at Police Department and Airport facilities for $265,268.50
- Accept quit claim deed for purchase of 2223 Swanson Avenue from Mohave County
- Abandonment of easement portion at 1650 Sailing Hawks Drive #129
- Abandonment of easement portion at 1873 Deer Run Drive
- Abandonment of easement portion at 3160 Caravelle Drive
The City Council approved the purchase of a vacant lot from Mohave County and awarded a contract to Hawkke, LLC for the removal of underground storage tanks. Both actions were funded using contingency funds from the General Fund. The council also approved several easement abandonments and a grant application for law enforcement mental health funding.
- Approved purchase of 2223 Swanson Avenue for $416,500 using contingency funds (7-0)
- Awarded $265,268.50 bid to Hawkke, LLC for underground storage tank removal at Police Department and Airport (7-0)
- Approved grant application to U.S. Department of Justice for Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act funding (7-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility easement at 1650 Sailing Hawks Drive #129 (7-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility and drainage easement at 1873 Deer Run Drive (7-0)
- Approved abandonment of public utility and drainage easement at 3160 Caravelle Drive (7-0)
- Approved Fifth Amended and Restated Membership Agreement with Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool (7-0)
- Approved March 28, 2023, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings on several property use requests. These include a conditional use permit for food vendors at 201 Swanson Avenue and land use amendments for 115 Park Avenue.
- Conditional Use Permit for four mobile food vendors and structures at 201 Swanson Avenue
- Land use amendment for 115 Park Avenue to change designation to Resort-Related Mainland
- Planned Development Rezone for 115 Park Avenue to allow increased building height and multi-family residential use
The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a food truck court at 201 Swanson Avenue. It also recommended that City Council approve a general plan amendment and a planned development rezone for a mixed-use project at 115 Park Avenue.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for four mobile food vendors and a building at 201 Swanson Avenue (5-2)
- Recommended City Council approve General Plan amendment to 'Resort-Related Mainland' for 115 Park Avenue (6-1)
- Recommended City Council approve rezone to C-1/PD for 115 Park Avenue to allow 24 apartments and 30-foot building height (5-2)
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will consider several subdivision plats, equipment purchases, and infrastructure agreements. Discussion includes options for the Downtown Catalyst Design and Construction project.
- Approval of Site Five Townhouses final subdivision plat at 2820 Palisades Drive
- Approval of Oro Estates Townhouses final subdivision plat at 3429 Oro Grande Boulevard
- Professional Services Agreement for Site 6 Boat Ramp Project using $67,535 in ARPA funds
- Amendment to North Well Field Improvement Project engineering agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
- Cooperative purchase of a Bobcat E42 R-2 Compact Excavator from Clark Equipment Company
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary subdivision plat for Hudson Subdivision. The request involves creating three residential lots in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. The commission will also review minutes from the February 15, 2023, meeting.
- Public hearing for Hudson Subdivision (ID 23-3697) at 2972 Amigo Drive
- Request to create three residential lots in the R-1 District
- Approval of February 15, 2023, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to create three residential lots at 2972 Amigo Drive. The property is located in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from February 15, 2023.
- Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Hudson Subdivision at 2972 Amigo Drive to create 3 residential lots (6-0)
- Approved February 15, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will hear a presentation regarding the 2023 Utility Cost of Service Rate Study. The council is also considering agreements for airport projects and road improvements. Additionally, items include a new storage condominium subdivision and fire equipment updates.
- Final Subdivision Plat for Paradyme Havasu Storage Condominiums at 80 Retail Centre Boulevard
- Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn for Queens Bay Wash Crossing Improvements
- Task Order No. 4 for the Airport Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) Project
- $62,392.30 ARPA fund use for refurbishing a 2006 E-One Cyclone II Pumper Engine
- Ordinance to revise City Council meeting times and agenda request procedures
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will discuss negotiations for the purchase of real property located at 2223 Swanson Avenue. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice and property negotiations. A public hearing regarding this purchase is also scheduled.
- Negotiations for the purchase of 2223 Swanson Avenue
- Executive session for legal advice regarding the property purchase
The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the purchase of 2223 Swanson Avenue. Following an executive session and a public hearing, the Council voted to direct staff to move forward with the purchase.
- Directed staff to move forward with the purchase of 2223 Swanson Avenue (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2022 audit results and consider an ordinance to revise meeting times and agenda request procedures. The council will also discuss awarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funds for social service needs.
- Award of ARPA Grant Program funds to local community organizations
- Introduction of Ordinance 23-1307 regarding meeting times and agenda requests
- Purchase of a 2023 600 Regenerative Air Sweeper from TYMCO, Inc.
- Purchase of four replacement vehicles for Parks & Recreation from Midway Chevrolet
- MOU with Arizona Department of Public Safety for the Law Enforcement Rapid DNA Program
The City Council approved the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act funds to 11 non-profit organizations to support social services. Additionally, the council moved the regular meeting start time to 5:30 p.m. and authorized several equipment and software purchases.
- Awarded ARPA grants to 11 organizations, including River Cities United Way ($161,856) and Faith and Grace, Inc. ($157,280) (6-0, 1 recused)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 23-1307 to change regular meeting time to 5:30 p.m. (7-0)
- Approved $331,795.36 purchase of a 2023 600 Regenerative Air Sweeper from TYMCO, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $171,092.04 purchase of four Parks & Recreation replacement vehicles from Midway Chevrolet (7-0)
- Approved $108,000 Addendum No. 1 with Camptra Technologies LLC for Oracle software support (7-0)
- Accepted FY 2022 audited annual financial report and results (7-0)
- Directed staff to create a community outreach task force for social services (Consensus)
- Approved Consent Agenda including two easement abandonments and a DNA program MOU (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session regarding a presentation by the Lake Havasu City Partnership for Economic Development. The presentation covers a Housing Needs Assessment.
- Presentation of Lake Havasu City Partnership for Economic Development Housing Needs Assessment
PSPRS Local Fire Board
This agenda for the Lake Havasu City PSPRS Local Fire Board meeting on February 23, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several preliminary subdivision plat requests. These include townhouse developments on Palisades Drive and Oro Grande Boulevard, along with a larger residential project on Cherry Tree Boulevard.
- 4-unit Site Five Townhouses at 2820 Palisades Drive
- 3-unit Oro Estates Townhouses at 3429 Oro Grande Boulevard
- 68-lot Trinity at Havasu Foothills Estates at 6000 Cherry Tree Boulevard
The Commission approved three preliminary subdivision plats for townhouse and residential lot developments. Residents raised concerns regarding fire response times, water pressure, and the lack of a second access road for the Havasu Foothills Estates project.
- Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Site Five Townhouses at 2820 Palisades Drive (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Oro Estates Townhouses at 3429 Oro Grande Boulevard (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Trinity at Havasu Foothills Estates creating 68 residential lots (7-0)
- Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from January 18, 2023 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several grant applications for fire and airport equipment. Public hearings are scheduled for a liquor license and land use changes on Delta Drive and McCulloch Boulevard South. The council will also review professional service contracts and board appointments.
- Rezoning of properties on Delta Drive and McCulloch Boulevard S to high-density residential
- Grant application for a new fire engine from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Liquor license for Fast Gas at 281 S. Lake Havasu Avenue/Williams
- Contract award for Booster Station 4 Pump Station Improvements to NCS Engineers, Inc.
- Grant agreement for the AWOS Replacement Project with Arizona DOT
The Council approved a General Plan amendment to change a land use designation to High Density Residential, but failed to approve a companion rezone for an 87-unit apartment complex due to density concerns. Other actions included awarding a pump station design contract and approving emergency equipment grants.
- Approved General Plan amendment to change land use from Neighborhood Commercial to High Density Residential (6-1)
- Failed to approve PD rezone for 87-unit apartment complex (no motion)
- Awarded $149,320 design contract for Booster Station 4 Pump Station Improvements to NCS Engineers, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved $67,088.66 purchase of four ARI-Hetra wheel lifts from ARI Phoenix, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-3644 for Ambulance Ground Transport Services Certificate of Necessity application (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Series #10 liquor license for Fast Gas at 281 S. Lake Havasu Avenue (7-0)
- Appointed Todd Rounds as an alternate member to the Board of Adjustment (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to funding agreement with Go Lake Havasu (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
This agenda contains only the header and a page number, with no listed items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not provided in full.
PSPRS Local Police Board
This is the agenda for the Lake Havasu City PSPRS Local Police Board meeting on January 30, 2023. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.
City Council
The Lake Havasu City Council will review ordinances regarding water conservation regulations and city fee updates. The agenda also includes property rezoning requests and several equipment and vehicle purchases for city departments.
- Ordinance amending water conservation regulations and penalties
- Ordinance updating the schedule of fees and service charges
- Rezoning request for 555 Burkemo Lane to allow a single-family home
- Grant application for the Downtown Catalyst Project
- Purchase of replacement vehicles for police administration
The Council approved rezoning for a single-family home on Burkemo Lane and a 145-lot subdivision on Window Rock Road. A proposed water conservation ordinance was tabled, while a fee schedule update was approved. Several vehicle and technology purchases for city facilities were also authorized.
- Approved $1M grant application for Downtown Catalyst Project (7-0)
- Approved trademark license for 'Home of the London Bridge' (7-0)
- Recommended approval of liquor license for Rotary Kitchen and Bar (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 23-1300 updating fee schedule via CPI (5-2)
- Tabled water conservation ordinance (6-1)
- Approved rezoning of 555 Burkemo Lane for one single-family home (7-0)
- Approved zone change for Window Rock Road E. for approx. 145 lots (7-0)
- Awarded $232,498.44 fire station exhaust system bid to Barnes Electric, LLC (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation by AP Triton. This presentation covers the Lake Havasu City Fire Department Operational Study.
- Presentation of the Lake Havasu City Fire Department Operational Study
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding land use amendments and a planned development rezone for properties on Delta Drive and McCulloch Boulevard South. The proposal includes changing the designation to High Density Residential and increasing allowable density.
- Land use amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to High Density Residential
- Planned Development Rezone from Limited Commercial (C-1) to Multiple-Family/Planned Development (R-M/PD)
- Proposed density increase from 20 to 41 dwelling units per acre
- Request for a 5-foot setback encroachment for vehicle parking on McCulloch Boulevard S.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a land use change and rezoning for a 2.16-acre site to allow a high-density apartment building. The proposed project includes 87 long-term lease units and a density increase to 41 dwelling units per acre.
- Approved recommendation to City Council for General Plan amendment to change land use from Neighborhood Commercial to High Density Residential (7-0)
- Approved recommendation to City Council for rezoning from Limited Commercial (C-1) to Multiple-Family/Planned Development (R-M/PD) (5-2)
- Approved recommendation to allow density increase from 20 to 41 dwelling units per acre (5-2)
- Approved recommendation for a 5-foot encroachment into the required 15-foot front parking setback on McCulloch Blvd S. (5-2)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 7 and December 21, 2022 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will review land use amendments for properties on Beachcomber Boulevard. The meeting also includes hearings on liquor licenses, water conservation regulations, and utility cost studies.
- Rezoning of Beachcomber Boulevard parcels to Residential Estates/Planned Development District
- Professional Services Agreement for the 2023 Utility Cost of Service Rate Study
- Purchase of 14 sets of structural/extrication personal protection equipment (PPE)
- Intergovernmental Agreement with ADOT for traffic signals and ADA modifications
- Professional services agreement for the Lake Havasu Police Department Remodel Project
The Council introduced amendments to water conservation regulations aligned with federal shortage tiers and approved a residential rezone for Grand Island Estates. Other key actions included approving a utility rate study and various infrastructure grants.
- Approved $51,465 agreement with Willdan Financial Services for 2023 Utility Cost of Service Rate Study (5-2)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 23-1303 to amend water conservation regulations and penalties (7-0)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 23-1300 to update the master fee schedule (6-1)
- Approved General Plan amendment to change land use from Resort Related to Resort Residential at Beachcomber Blvd (4-3)
- Approved rezone to Residential Estates/Planned Development for 55 single-family homes at Beachcomber Blvd (6-1)
- Approved $52,060.96 purchase of 14 sets of fire department PPE (7-0)
- Approved ADOT agreement for traffic signal at McCulloch Blvd and Jamaica Blvd (7-0)
- Awarded $261,550 agreement to Selberg Associates for Police Department remodel design (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
PSPRS Local Police Board
This is a procedural meeting of the Lake Havasu City PSPRS Local Police Board with no substantive agenda items listed. The agenda contains only boilerplate text and no decisions or discussions are specified.