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• Waive reading of ordinances and resolutions — Motion to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions: Passed 7‑0.

• Consent agenda — Motion to approve the consent agenda: Passed 7‑0.

• Item 4 — Ordinance 2025‑9: Approval of an amendment to zoning stipulations to allow additional time to record the final plat for Palm Villas Estates (Palm Villas Rancharos Tract). Planning staff said this is the sixth extension request; the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval. Vote: Passed 7‑0.

• Item 5 — Turf reduction water conservation grant for Arroyo Vista Park (see separate article for details): Approved 7‑0. Agreement: $500,000 WIFA grant with $100,000 local match (HOA $50,000; City $50,000).

• Item 6 — Resolution 2025R‑41: Approving acquisition of Chaparral Golf Course. City to assume specified liabilities (~$406,000) and assets; staff to assume maintenance immediately and operations by Nov. 1; agreement includes a 10‑year operating commitment as a golf course before repurposing. Vote: Passed 7‑0.

• Item 7 — Authorize application for Series 5 liquor license for Chaparral Golf Course facilities and premises; staff to submit application and post state notice required for the process: Authorized 7‑0 (final licensing requires state review and additional hearings).

• Item 8 — Resolution 2025R‑42: Adopt water and sewer rate increases effective Jan. 1, 2026 (three‑year phased schedule). Staff cited $10M water and $17M wastewater investments and roughly $100M acquisition debt. Also approved reinstatement of a Utilities Assistance and Discount Program for eligible households. Vote: Passed 7‑0.

• Item 9 — Resolution 2025R‑43: Change Colorado River water safety consumer protection fee from $20 per multi copy form to $10 per multi copy form (reduction). Staff said the original $20 helped pay for a commercial launch ramp and that the ramp is now paid for, allowing the fee reduction. Vote: Passed 7‑0.

• Item 10 — Agreement with EPS Group Inc. for professional assessment engineering services for the City Center Improvement District in an amount not to exceed $61,750; staff said fees will be reimbursed by developer. Vote: Passed 7‑0.

Several proclamations and public presentations preceded these votes; the council also recognized outgoing Police Chief Robert E. Trebes Jr. for his service.

For full motions, roll call and discussion context see the meeting minutes and agenda packet.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bullhead City - Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of formal actions taken by the Bullhead City Council during the Sept. 16 meeting, including planning, grant, acquisition, rate and fee items.","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},6471426,"Bullhead City adopts three‑year water and sewer rate increases, revives low‑income discount program",1226,10394000,11620000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87&start=10394&end=11620","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87/thumbnail_10394000.jpg","/articles/6471426/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Bullhead-City-adopts-threeyear-water-and-sewer-rate-increases-revives-lowincome-discount-program","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6471426-7694cfb9a4134a1789c8474b2160e074/orig.mp4?Expires=1775272768&Signature=O4L-V2qCU-6ARbQ1pIVwepzFFdj0JhTZK1bkuaKAXIlRYwuUuur0g2~otJx5fY9DkE0zg3PI4VXtKEqZfx1CkAmG9tgqnjfrexgpYqyRg0mV7WZySnUhrhadFRBG9DVRthTJZN93KE90SmlFPtWzr2u8k6ZeaT7gcKoIacbrfWAMUZVDd8B~9ZcxIYcQOtfQN8ZLZXu9d3OQkpvCV~7ATKYrQ-acXC~ptwyq0EMwUJlgbhprpOCHK8gNCyFNxa0ykINCrdsbuu4oKWcz-C6LIIrMuoK3ylIMYaMWv8bJavH5q73drhwyNR-oRP6oxxyp4vHeL7K~DxSiEom5mEk6ZQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bullhead City Council on Tuesday adopted a three‑year schedule of increases to water and sewer rates designed to cover operating costs, pay down debt and fund capital improvements for the utilities the city took over four years ago.

Assistant City Manager Eddie Kajera and Utilities Director Mark Clark presented the rate case during a public hearing. Staff said the city has invested roughly $10 million on the water system and $17 million on wastewater improvements since assuming operations, and that the city borrowed approximately $100 million to acquire the former EPCOR system. The proposed increases were phased so the utility funds reach financial sustainability without immediate spikes.

Staff said the new baseline water rate for the Mohave service area will move from $14.61 to $17.39 (meter‑size dependent) and North Mohave customers — whose rates historically differed — will be moved toward parity. The presentation included usage examples: an average customer using about 6,000 gallons monthly would see a modest monthly increase, while high‑use accounts (e.g., 17,000–27,000 gallons) would see larger changes.

Council also approved reviving a Bullhead City Utilities Assistance and Discount Program (UADP) for income‑eligible households and qualifying veterans. The program uses federal poverty guidelines: for example, a household of four at approximately $64,300 annual income would fit a specified threshold for discounts. Staff described the discount structure as stackable up to $20 per account, with eligibility and program rules being administered by the utilities department.

Multiple residents spoke during the hearing. Bernadette Scaturro said local water is “undrinkable” and expressed concern about sewer odors in her neighborhood; staff asked for her address to investigate specific smells. Councilmembers acknowledged the public concern about water quality and emphasized that adopted rate revenue will be reinvested into infrastructure and treatment upgrades.

Council approved the rate resolution 7‑0. The increases are scheduled to take effect Jan. 1, 2026, pending the city’s implementation steps and customer communications. Staff committed to community outreach explaining rate structure differences, available assistance and the capital projects supporting the increases.

Votes: Resolution adopting water and sewer rate increases effective 2026‑01‑01 passed 7‑0.","After a public hearing, council approved phased rate increases for water and wastewater to shore up utility finances tied to the city’s 2019 acquisition and capital investments; the council also reinstated a utilities assistance and discount program for income‑eligible households.",{"_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},6471431,"Council approves acquisition of Chaparral Golf Course; city to apply for liquor license",2981,6301000,9282000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87&start=6301&end=9282","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87/thumbnail_6301000.jpg","/articles/6471431/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Council-approves-acquisition-of-Chaparral-Golf-Course-city-to-apply-for-liquor-license","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6471431-76fb8261a73b89efe3a0598c8c38508a/orig.mp4?Expires=1775272768&Signature=jyQNdS7HrMVK86muDrhXcPBk6rSBve3lDGEqec5csR0GBfXAR-VtBQPps5WAlPhCgsbnYnrB2kDQbdWDzJ-2dU2-MOqfjz2B8~VXqbFgo0dtZh~sjTaJEuyEokBBGgfJ9GaAij8wusp9irDUTa5zH1fW7LxjVQeixD4pG5m2nW2-3ycHysv8c7hhAnLgpo8BsCSmHIjVNVPc-rP8mbOk6PywrRBGKdtJn0kc4fCbjEgZNyI3N3SICxiVyrDTheF8ABqsVEYSI9TBcxPyZoPhg6-GDeegk01Xv4v5jUPDVreyMT7ZTNs~DaRw6JmvX~eEQAV~z-GvQo39trvaMmHfTg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bullhead City Council voted 7‑0 Tuesday to approve a pair of agreements that will transfer the Chaparral Golf Course and its facilities to city ownership and to authorize staff to apply for a Series 5 liquor license for the site.

City Manager Toby Cotter told council the transaction would have the city assume existing liabilities (staff cited about $406,000 in outstanding liabilities, including nearly $300,000 in back taxes) in exchange for all course assets: the clubhouse, the nine‑hole course, cart storage, maintenance equipment and related fixtures. Dan Ehler and Kevin Nestrick, representatives of CCC Inc., the nonprofit that operates Chaparral, addressed council and said CCC members voted to authorize the board to negotiate and execute a sale if the proposed agreement preserved the course and neighborhood amenities.

City staff described the site as both a recreational amenity and critical infrastructure: the back five holes lie in a floodplain where the city already has easements and pump infrastructure, and there is an on‑site lift station and pond tied to stormwater and sewer operations. Staff told the council reclaimed water could be shifted to the site in the future to reduce potable water needs.

City Attorney Emery and outside counsel explained the purchase and an accompanying asset purchase agreement are in substantial final form but noted one material provision now agreed: the city will operate the property as a golf course for at least 10 years; after that period the city may repurpose the land for other recreational or public purposes if operation as a course becomes financially impractical.

Supporters at the meeting said the acquisition preserves neighborhood green space and protects adjoining infrastructure; opponents questioned whether the city should run a business, raise prices or absorb ongoing maintenance and staffing costs. Several residents cited deferred maintenance and said the site will require repairs and investment. One public commenter urged the city to put the operation out to bid or to run the site under a concession model; staff said leasing or concessionaire arrangements could be considered in the future once the city stabilizes operations and addresses deferred maintenance.

City staff estimated current annual revenues from golf and food and beverage at about $650,000 and said they expected the city could grow that revenue with more marketing and operational capacity. Staff estimated the site’s assets could be worth multiple millions of dollars and characterized the deal as assuming $406,000 of liabilities for a substantially larger asset, while acknowledging the property requires capital investment.

The council also approved a motion authorizing staff to submit an application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for a Series 5 license for Chaparral facilities; the city clerk will post the required notice and the item will return to council as required by state process.

Votes: Resolution approving acquisition passed 7‑0; motion to file liquor license application passed 7‑0.","Bullhead City agreed to assume liabilities and operations of Chaparral Golf Course, take immediate maintenance responsibility and pursue a series 5 liquor license; council also approved a resolution committing the city to operate the property as a golf course for at least 10 years before any repurposing.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6471436,"Bullhead City Council approves $500,000 turf‑reduction grant for Arroyo Vista Park amid HOA dispute",1666,4626000,6292000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87&start=4626&end=6292","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5778025-a7b582c39f184adaf8c60f3eb9a5af87/thumbnail_4626000.jpg","/articles/6471436/Bullhead-City/Mohave-County/Arizona/Bullhead-City-Council-approves-500000-turfreduction-grant-for-Arroyo-Vista-Park-amid-HOA-dispute","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6471436-6e837fb2bc5f453ff3da98e546ade80f/orig.mp4?Expires=1775272768&Signature=nN1ZtqIEmSI7P7uOmoB7ZIjZLtHwm7Z9NTjBwZprF8gksAoNklLJxhRsDqER5S8zeOEzNqgFi-1B2xKOvVm9fFbbUOM-fDVx3mFjEfTo4an0UHcoad4BSxVnkzV6UhVGBZ5vLf2jLRsdPCasY0dQPYEmcHVE7geSgjXaS0AzRgKg8e3nLiJ5UG2OB59M-fSFkH2XwHPmjHmdDNDeOckCs2ATcbK76iICPVIO5bnIunWJtGm72~NqLNFILJv9pGhGY2hrWXguXbDVE5CCl7m~Mv7QlfHbCT1VT8IY8T5hBiwaQOrxyOzFsgpfDFHBEC2y1TL2mOPpU-EYLAFljJuhqg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bullhead City Council on Tuesday approved a $500,000 water‑conservation grant to remove about 52,000 square feet of turf at Arroyo Vista Park, accepting an agreement that includes a $100,000 local match split evenly between the homeowners association and the city.

The item implements a Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) turf‑reduction grant and aligns with the city’s water conservation program adopted Feb. 15, 2022. Assistant City Manager Eddie Kajera told the council the project is reimbursement‑based and that the HOA has submitted multiple revised designs after months of meetings with staff and residents.

The homeowners association’s plan, as presented to the council, retains roughly half the existing grass and would replace other areas with xeriscaping, decomposed granite, shaded pavers and amenities such as pathways, a putting green and a volleyball area. The council approved the agreement with direction that minor changes to Exhibit A (final design) may be made as the HOA continues outreach with residents.

Opposition from residents was a major part of the public comment. Ashley Hook, who said she has lived in Arroyo Vista Estates six years, delivered a petition she said contained nearly 200 homeowner signatures and urged the council to table the item until homeowners could vote. Hook argued the park “is the heart of our neighborhood” and said cutting the green space would hurt recreation, property values and increase heat in the neighborhood.

Other residents urged the council to approve the grant, citing regional water shortages and the neighborhood’s 6 million gallons annual park water use cited by HOA board president Lee Messer. Gary Davis, a resident, said the project is an effort to address an ongoing local water supply issue and to avoid future rate increases or infrastructure shortages.

City staff and several council members said the HOA board — elected by property owners — authorized the board to pursue the agreement and that many design revisions came in response to homeowner input. Councilmember Smith noted the petition represented about 17% of the development’s addresses and said HOA governance matters should be resolved within the HOA structure.

The motion to approve the grant agreement passed 7‑0. The agreement allows the HOA additional time to finalize design details with the flexibility the council approved; the council vote did not change the total turf removal amount required under the WIFA grant.

The council’s action includes a funding commitment: $500,000 from the WIFA grant with a $100,000 match split $50,000 from the HOA and $50,000 from the city’s water conservation fund. Staff told the council the HOA used outreach meetings — including one at Valley Christian Church — and submitted multiple design revisions over a multi‑year process.

Council members and staff said they expect additional neighborhood meetings and minor exhibit changes before construction begins, and that the city will monitor drainage and design concerns raised by residents.

Votes at the meeting: motion approved 7 in favor, 0 opposed.","The council approved a $500,000 Water Infrastructure Finance Authority‑backed grant to remove roughly 52,000 square feet of turf at Arroyo Vista Park, with a $100,000 match. Homeowners raised transparency and process concerns during a lengthy public comment period.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Bullhead City Council, Sept. 16, 2025

Bullhead City adopts three‑year water and sewer rate increases, revives low‑income discount program

Council approves acquisition of Chaparral Golf Course; city to apply for liquor license

Bullhead City Council approves $500,000 turf‑reduction grant for Arroyo Vista Park amid HOA dispute