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Kim Kuhl, senior services program manager for Bullhead City, described the senior campus as “a hot spot for active individuals ages 50.” She listed daily classes (Zumba, balance and fall‑prevention classes, chair exercise), creative and social activities (beading, crocheting, quilting, bingo and card games), support meetings (veterans benefits, Medicare information, caregiver support and dementia education) and a congregate lunch program. Lunches were described as served at 11:30 with the last lunch at noon and a suggested donation noted in the recording (the message stated a suggested donation of $3 from people aged 60 and above or disabled, and $4 for other attendees). The senior campus also runs a Meals on Wheels delivery program and an “Angels Essential” area offering donated durable medical equipment; staff provided the center’s address (2275 Train Road) and phone number ((928) 763‑0193).

Rotary Park was described as a major sports and recreation site with more than 300 acres of fields, lit facilities, 8 lighted pickleball courts, a skate park, disc golf course, beach volleyball court and more than a mile of public beaches along the Colorado River. The city noted that Rotary Park ramadas may be reserved (the park’s address was given as 2315 Balboa Drive and hours listed as 4:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.).

The city also repeated operational information about solid waste service: Bullhead City contracts with Republic Services for residential trash collection and bulky‑item pickups. The recorded material said residential recycling had been discontinued and that both blue and green carts are now trash carts. It listed service collection days by geographic area (Monday through Thursday, with specific neighborhoods assigned to each day) and noted residents are eligible for six bulky‑item pickups per year. For questions or to schedule pickups the message provided Republic Services’ phone number: (928) 758‑0000, and directed residents to bullheadcity.com for additional details.

Ending: The city’s compiled messages are informational: they describe ongoing services (senior programming, Meals on Wheels, park reservations, trash schedule) and provide contacts for reservations and service questions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bullhead City - Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - May 01, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","City promotional messages and staff outlined activities at the senior campus and parks, Meals on Wheels and Angels Essential donation program, Rotary Park amenities and reservation information, and changes to residential recycling and trash collection under a Republic Services contract.","taxTitle","Bullhead City, Mohave County, Arizona","taxId",54694,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6577016,"Bullhead City wastewater staff: wipes and non‑flushables repeatedly damage pumps, cost taxpayers thousands",78,1691000,1769000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3179480-dc890713ceb83567eb0efa49c4f40998&start=1691&end=1769","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3179480-dc890713ceb83567eb0efa49c4f40998/thumbnail_1691000.jpg","/articles/6577016/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Bullhead-City-wastewater-staff-wipes-and-nonflushables-repeatedly-damage-pumps-cost-taxpayers-thousands","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6577016-fcff00fcac24f0ab6e1c540b05bd8d2e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771201490&Signature=gnCM7wGG1Zz9-APcy-iulB4fjMEJQ74Pbv3TKkfPzcbwo2ckcnFtklY1PmA26mHXeFnOyc0In2nr9DQQHmSgNvFF8HULH323lPs7Ip~MMlYVP2UCK3v360EQIXSwDO~I9-zUsR~GWtDcvKLApkXEulLXfBO1iDEGu78qtoH7bWMOHOPJBAgbIMlene9o6NkvGdqCu324GghyJ0MmK-xOKMaafVVeCzcnwczIBmjXvI2MBS-Y1oQQ2mxD6gV12p3ZqSiYocc4NFZmI3dXT57qmtAznB8uhsjJZqEGiCUGXuIko9A4zuLDRMQKBDffrID6YjrQAZjyaotOf59C82FA-A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","John Trequato, a wastewater division employee for the City of Bullhead City, warned in recorded city messages that only three items should be flushed: human waste, toilet paper and gray water. “Please do not flush any disposable or non disposable wipes, baby wipes, paper towels, napkins, or any other paper or non paper products as this will cause a major sewer backup,” Trequato said.

Trequato described the material that staff find in pumps and drying beds: plastic bags, razors, pencils, candy wrappers, pieces of styrofoam and “hundreds and hundreds of tampon plastic applicators.” He said those materials form clumps that plug pumps and can burn up motors. Trequato said the city has had to replace “two or three pumps at the beginning of that plant” at a cost of about $40,000 apiece in some years.

Wastewater staff showed examples of collected debris in drying beds and described the labor required to pull pumps, diagnose damage and, when necessary, send equipment out for repairs. Trequato framed the issue as avoidable taxpayer expense: “We’re talking minimum $40,000… of taxpayers dollars that can be avoided very easily,” he said.

The recorded message urged residents to dispose of wipes and non‑sewer items in the trash and not the sewer. It stressed that flushing unsuitable items can cause major sewer backups and lead to maintenance costs and service interruptions.

Ending: City wastewater staff reiterated the simple disposal guidance — only human waste, toilet paper and gray water should enter the sewer — and urged residents to use the trash for all wipes and disposable sanitary products to avoid costly pump damage.","City wastewater staff warn that disposable and \"flushable\" wipes and other items clog pumps at the wastewater plant. Public works employee John Trequato said the city has replaced two to three pumps at about $40,000 each in some years and urged residents not to flush wipes or non‑sewer items.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6577021,"Bullhead City reiterates ordinance, safety rules for rental personal watercraft",3085,208000,3293000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3179480-dc890713ceb83567eb0efa49c4f40998&start=208&end=3293","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3179480-dc890713ceb83567eb0efa49c4f40998/thumbnail_208000.jpg","/articles/6577021/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Bullhead-City-reiterates-ordinance-safety-rules-for-rental-personal-watercraft","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6577021-d1fd14ec992b5b476ddcc16c0f2c7a95/orig.mp4?Expires=1771201490&Signature=F~SY3kwhUL0Ko27eenEk5~lgCG6JWCyqkLbQO0se7MvNQa3DKpna18kwdnCDL~u-mP8mVEuFxsH0M07k5DErhH59Qs9XE8Jx2tiETE99W7vtn7qk1w7oQiKOXbKl3xm3ZnokV87XNZdL9p5NS07ZaxRAo4ASMEsVFXgRc9jJcB6hfqV2RGLk0YrT1kUZ63pPiKx5wfFLwAi5LPsuF2tLI-1EbVYWmRGK7H4R28CRxtGBt0dQl676A1peBLz-T~DdiObT9eYzob75ajN2slzsNzASwkaBTsexQLR8mpCR-HTdtRIj7v2WiCckgsfMxpVH4JP9o~w8XeQurrIPAaSW1g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Per a recorded city announcement, Bullhead City requires that all operators of rented personal watercraft (PWCs) wear wristbands indicating they have watched the full safety video and signed a consumer protection form before operating a rented craft. The announcement said failure to comply “may result in fines or other penalties.”

Chief Robert Treves of the Bullhead City Police Department told viewers that thousands of people visit the Colorado River each summer and that “many of these accidents can be avoided by learning and practicing simple boating safety rules.” He and the recorded material stressed that PWCs are “not toys” and noted specific legal and safety requirements: maintain at least 60 feet between watercraft when traveling above wakeless speed, avoid jumping wakes, keep the shore to your right in the counterclockwise traffic pattern, and yield appropriately when approaching other vessels.

The safety messages highlight areas where riders must slow or stop: community park launch areas, marinas and several no‑wake zones along the river. The recorded announcement and Treves also warned that some river areas are closed to all watercraft, including the swim beach at Community Park and a section just south of Davis Dam marked by a bright orange barrier.

The city noted lifeguards in neon yellow uniforms patrol the river on PWCs and have authority to issue commands and warnings. The videos advise wearing eye protection, gloves and shoes; fastening the PWC lanyard to the wrist or life jacket so the engine stops if the operator falls off; and ensuring every person aboard wears a correctly fitted life jacket.

The materials also explain river conditions that affect safety. They advise operators to check Davis Dam release information (the US Bureau of Reclamation posts the schedule online) because changes in releases alter depth and current strength. The city cautioned that swift currents and shallow, darker‑colored water make handling more difficult and increase the risk of overturning.

The city encouraged additional training — including online boating safety courses or demonstrations by rental companies — and reminded the public that boating while intoxicated is illegal and carries fines or jail time similar to a road DUI. The recorded presentation closed by urging continued education and safe operation.

Ending: The announcements and the police chief’s remarks serve as reminders for seasonal visitors and local operators that complying with the city’s consumer‑protection steps and basic safety practices is required and intended to reduce accidents on the Colorado River.","City videos and a recorded announcement say operators of rented personal watercraft must watch a safety video, sign a consumer protection form and wear a wristband; Bullhead City Police Chief Robert Treves and lifeguards emphasize safety, no‑wake areas and checking Davis Dam release schedules.","actionData","errors"]

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