Board of Supervisors Meeting - 06/15/2026

The Mohave County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 15, 2026, addressing various procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of contract amendment 2025-038 with Gambi 360 for landfill operations, specifically adding a gate rate fee for refrigerant evacuation. The board also approved a $2 million capital improvement fund allocation for road and utility requirements related to construction projects. Budget discussions focused on adopting tax levy rates for the Flood Control District, Free Library District, and Television District, with a notable decision to repay a $7.5 million landfill loan early to save on interest costs. The board reviewed a significant capital project for remodeling a former traffic control building into a new county morgue, with updated cost estimates exceeding the original budget by $2.5 million, prompting consideration of contingency funds. Additionally, the board discussed grant funding strategies, emphasizing the need for a centralized grant management software solution and a proactive procurement approach. Public hearings included approval of a $1.50 credit card transaction fee and a $45 refrigerant evacuation fee at the landfill. The board also approved the suspension of animal surrender fees through September 30, 2026, in response to community concerns. Finally, the board approved submitting five census tracts for the Opportunity Zone 2.0 program to attract private investment. Several motions related to procurement and budget allocations were passed by majority vote during the meeting.