City Council Meeting 08/25/2026

The Boulder City Council meeting on August 25, 2026, included significant discussions on utility rate studies and capital improvement projects. The council reviewed a comprehensive utility rate study conducted by FCS Group, which recommended annual rate increases capped at 5% for electric, water, and wastewater services over the next several years to fund aging infrastructure and maintain service reliability. The study highlighted the need for capital investments totaling approximately $70 million for electric utility upgrades, including substation rebuilds and pole replacements, as well as water and wastewater system improvements. The council also approved a lease renewal generating over $310,000 in revenue through 2035 for a cell tower on city property. Additionally, the council authorized a contract with Lisa Wise Consulting for a comprehensive update to the city's zoning ordinance, a project aimed at modernizing regulations last updated in the 1980s. The meeting further addressed the construction of a $24 million air traffic control tower at the Boulder City Airport, funded primarily through FAA grants, to enhance safety amid increasing aircraft operations. Lastly, the council discussed potential state legislative advocacy to support increased staffing and funding for the Nevada State Railroad Museum, emphasizing its economic and educational importance to the community.