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Why it matters: The plat allows the developer to keep the large residential parcel as a single taxable parcel rather than immediately subdividing it into 155 individual lots. That choice preserves flexibility for a \"build-to-rent\" model the developer described, a form of multifamily housing made up of detached single-family structures on a single-owned property. Opponents said the approach risks concentrated corporate ownership of neighborhoods and could set a precedent for future development.

Planning manager Johnny Laura told the council the plat matches the zoning and conceptual plan previously approved by the city; the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a 5-1 vote. Developer Jacob (Jake) Korda said the intention is a build-to-rent concept that could include mostly two-bedroom units with garages and backyards; he described build-to-rent as \"effectively a multifamily property\" and said the design gives flexibility depending on market conditions.

Members of the public and several council members pressed for more detail. Resident Hart Anderson urged the council to deny the plat, saying: \"I came to Bullhead because we're a smaller community, and I don't want corporations coming in and running our community.\" Staff attorney Garn (city counsel/staff) explained that approval of the single-parcel plat would allow rentable units consistent with the city's single-family residential zoning but would not automatically create individual tax parcels; converting to individual lots later would require a separate amended plat and public review.

Council discussion covered: the difference between build-to-rent and apartment complexes, whether an HOA would apply if parcels were later sold, private interior streets and the conditions under which the city would accept dedication of streets in the future, and market uncertainty about whether a developer would construct the build-to-rent product. A motion to approve the preliminary plat was made and seconded; the final vote was 5 in favor, 2 opposed.

The council directed staff to continue review under standard permitting steps. If the developer later seeks to convert the parcel to individual lots and dedicate streets, public works staff said the roads would need to be built or improved to city standards before acceptance.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bullhead City - Regular City Council Meeting - Jul 15, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved a preliminary plat for City Center District Lots 4 and 5 that creates a single 20.85-acre residential parcel intended for a 155-unit build-to-rent concept and a 1.96-acre commercial lot; the vote was 5-2 after public concern about corporate ownership and private streets.","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},6702177,"Bullhead City council swears in Pamela Smith; Rodney Head selected mayor, Alfonso named vice mayor",280,296150,576320,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399122-629c3301e1b6ff253646d907261a0793&start=296&end=576","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399122-629c3301e1b6ff253646d907261a0793/thumbnail_296150.jpg","/articles/6702177/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Bullhead-City-council-swears-in-Pamela-Smith-Rodney-Head-selected-mayor-Alfonso-named-vice-mayor","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6702177-d654d03ad6aaf9b7a3fb4359c0463b4c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771189101&Signature=b8nXECWk4-dbk5ryYSsFvUM-jnWujG~48GeRfHRFREm6wTcFW9qk25jIXCgmjW6tqpwdUelRJVJhtinpA6vBItakZ3NtDuCPcvnkz-SgTI0wTzVKfkmZlJRux-RiFV1WG~xzrpcUWam~8GcmtnV2Pv7tvNBt08bBh9DlcnvMxKRD9-YiJJiMgiZZQ3-96iahMH~DcEyCvWBueEOnHF8y81H6RDgBqR4Wck8Qerl1QhK3Zaup8vYEejKHaRZf-6uPJ51Rcg7XHfIwrM8Na6itiAbltWZfh1RTPtgE5SqnkDIt95lz-ZrF18ihN-Vcu1xLujctxcmSiu~Z1YP2pNzyoA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bullhead City Council on July 15 swore in Pamela Smith as a council member and voted to appoint Rodney Head as mayor and Alfonso as vice mayor.

The new council member, Pamela Smith, repeated the oath of office administered by court staff and was then seated. Council then nominated and voted on leadership: a motion to appoint Rodney Head as mayor carried 7-0, and a motion to appoint Alfonso as vice mayor also carried 7-0. Under city code, the vice mayor is selected at the beginning of the fiscal year, the council noted when introducing the vote.

Why it matters: The leadership shift is a routine but consequential step that sets who will preside over council meetings and represent the city for the coming year. The council also used the meeting to formally recognize outgoing mayor Steve D'Amico and mark his transition to a new role.

After the swearing-in and appointments, the council presented certificates and a congressional recognition to outgoing mayor Steve D'Amico. The city manager read a certificate noting D'Amico's election history and recent selection as executive director of the Bullhead City Metropolitan Planning Organization. Penny Pugh, from Representative Paul Gosar's office, read a House of Representatives recognition into the congressional record and presented a challenge coin.

Former mayor Steve D'Amico, who said he's recently taken the executive-director position at the Bullhead City Metropolitan Planning Organization, told the council he was grateful and brief: \"I'm not a long speech guy. I'm pretty much short, sweet, and to the point,\" he said.

Mayor Rodney Head used his first official remarks to apologize to his spouse for not including her during his swearing-in and thanked the council and staff. The meeting then briefly recessed for about 10 minutes while staff rearranged the chamber for the remainder of the agenda.","At its July 15 meeting, the Bullhead City Council swore in Pamela Smith, voted to appoint Rodney Head as mayor and selected Alfonso as vice mayor; outgoing mayor Steve D'Amico received recognition and a congressional citation.",{"_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},6702166,"Council approves amended plat for Montana Ridge Estates and authorizes two public-works equipment purchases",174,4161550,4335940,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399122-629c3301e1b6ff253646d907261a0793&start=4161&end=4335","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399122-629c3301e1b6ff253646d907261a0793/thumbnail_4161550.jpg","/articles/6702166/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Council-approves-amended-plat-for-Montana-Ridge-Estates-and-authorizes-two-public-works-equipment-purchases","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6702166-fc3c73a371c79d084b568c176bda1e39/orig.mp4?Expires=1771189101&Signature=IHisOrC0MXUv1EazSHWzuL7ZY3HENfYYvh5Txm7D1ERd5VYGVL1hBgFSXqYg8qRXL0TW0NjmejXw13Cwb7gPEEG24jJ-3R8IsAQV~eaONUe-qL2Xphgb6f6jidPj8JKsg827Cjsdjv5JozXJTJ6dXZZgFjuVHiUqWPnQF8bNNpHGipMPSWrPPRTyxgeJOvJVoWMiotz965AyIT5X6MHw91xduumQFLZF2jzBMY-6NwHTaUmhobkgpjIMUtqghXoNLCOkojVl0-1IoB3ZTtUHwjGvkR9Z7cIh-yU2B~MPrqTOEntleQrZOiWnYEw6C28xA6PWP4-D-qaaEKg~2bt9VA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bullhead City Council on July 15 approved several routine consent and procurement items, including an amended final plat for Montana Ridge Estates (Tract 5165, Unit 2) and two public-works equipment purchases.

Item 5: The council removed item 5 from consent for separate consideration and then approved the amended final plat for Montana Ridge Estates. The developer and staff were present; the council vote recorded 6 in favor and zero opposed on the final action to approve the amended final plat.

Equipment purchases: Public works staff requested and the council approved two budgeted purchases under Sourcewell cooperative contracts. The council authorized purchase of a CrackVac (Craftco, Chandler, AZ) in the amount of $83,119.05 plus taxes and freight and an EZ Series 2 1500 diesel melter (Krafco/Craftco) in the amount of $147,629.33 plus taxes and freight. Public Works Director Angie Johnson explained the CrackVac \"will be used to vacuum the cracks prior to us crack sealing all the cracks on the roadways\" and said the equipment is under a Sourcewell contract with two-year warranties; both purchases were approved 7-0.

Why it matters: The Montana Ridge plat advances a residential subdivision approval; the equipment purchases are part of the city's scheduled pavement maintenance program and were budgeted items discussed during the budget process. Staff noted the CrackVac replaces a blower-style machine that produced dust in residential areas, and the diesel melter replaces a 15-year-old unit the city had been renting when repairs were needed.

Votes at a glance:
- Item 5: Approve amended final plat for Montana Ridge Estates, Tract 5165, Unit 2 ' motion carried (6-0).
- Item 8: Approve purchase of CrackVac from Craftco, $83,119.05 plus taxes and freight ' motion carried (7-0).
- Item 9: Approve purchase of EZ Series 2 1500 diesel melter from Craftco, $147,629.33 plus taxes and freight ' motion carried (7-0).","The council approved an amended final plat for Montana Ridge Estates, Tract 5165 Unit 2, and approved purchases of two crack-sealing machines from Krafco/Craftco under Sourcewell contracts; all routine items passed with recorded tallies.","actionData","errors"]

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Council approves City Center preliminary plat after extended debate over build-to-rent approach

Bullhead City council swears in Pamela Smith; Rodney Head selected mayor, Alfonso named vice mayor

Council approves amended plat for Montana Ridge Estates and authorizes two public-works equipment purchases