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Mohave County approves licensed group home for teen girls after hours of public comment
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing with supporters and opponents, the board approved a special use permit for Impact 928 to operate a licensed group home for up to 12 foster teen girls in Havasu Heights; vote was 4–1 by roll call.
After more than an hour of public testimony on July 7, 2025, Mohave County supervisors approved a special use permit for Impact 928 to operate a licensed group home for foster teen girls in Havasu Heights. The board approved BOS Resolution 2025‑100 (Item 49) by roll call: Supervisor Letman — Yes; Supervisor Barelli — Yes; Supervisor Martin — Yes; Supervisor Gold — No; Chairman Lingenfelter — Aye. The motion passed 4–1.
Supporters — including foster‑care advocates, CASA volunteers and prospective staff — told supervisors the facility would provide local placements for youth who would otherwise be relocated out of county.…
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