May 21, 2026 City of Boulder City Council Meeting

The City of Boulder City Council held a meeting on May 21, 2026, which included extensive public comments primarily focused on housing stability and community concerns related to the potential sale of the San Lazaro Mobile Home Park. Residents and advocates requested city support and partnership to help purchase the park to maintain affordable housing and prevent displacement. The council also discussed an adjustment to the base budget for the 2026 fiscal year, approving ordinance 8750 which included appropriations totaling $18.6 million from fund balances, grants, and additional revenues. Key budget items included affordable housing projects, public safety radio replacements, wildfire mitigation grants, and the purchase of an electric bus. Additionally, the council engaged in a detailed discussion on the use and procedures of straw polls during study sessions, clarifying that such polls are non-binding and serve to provide direction to staff rather than formal decisions. The council considered potential changes to improve transparency and community trust in these processes, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and appropriate framing of questions. No new contracts or procurement awards were announced, but budget allocations for ongoing projects and grants were approved.