Watch the Latest Cit Council Meeting (6-23-26)

The Lake Havasu City Council held a regular meeting on June 23, 2026, which included the final adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget totaling approximately $303.7 million. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of contract amendments, such as a one-year extension to the professional services agreement with Haven Family Resource Center for domestic violence and victim assistance, funded at $100,000. The council also approved a statement of work with OpenGov Inc. for a five-year enterprise asset management system valued at over $1.1 million to improve tracking and management of city assets across multiple departments. Additionally, the council adopted resolutions appointing members to various city boards and commissions, including the Board of Adjustment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Planning and Zoning Commission. A significant portion of the meeting focused on capital improvement projects, particularly concerns about the city's water main infrastructure, with discussions on funding challenges, deferred maintenance, and the potential need for increased rates or debt financing to address aging water mains. The council also approved a planned development rezone for a 68-unit attached single-family housing project, which included exceptions to landscaping and setback requirements and the installation of a traffic signal at the developer's expense. Public comments highlighted community concerns about infrastructure funding and support for local veterans' organizations. Overall, the meeting addressed budget adoption, contract renewals, capital projects, and land use planning with an emphasis on infrastructure investment and community services.