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Bullhead City struggles to fill P&Z seats

BULLHEAD CITY – Vacant Planning & Zoning Commission seats was addressed at the Dec. 17 Bullhead City Council meeting. The commission currently has two vacancies and one potential appointee, Aaron Lopez. Lopez was scheduled to speak about his appointment but did not because of his involvement in a championship softball game. In Lopez’ absence, the council approved his appointment unanimously. Bullhead City Mayor Tom Brady spoke about the importance of the committees. “The Planning and Zoning Commission is probably one of the most important commissions that we do have. And you can see just by today’s actions, we have vacancies…

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Panhandling signage is hot topic at BHC council

BULLHEAD CITY – At the Dec. 17 Bullhead City’s City Council meeting an $88,000 odor control system was approved for purchase. The EG-8.2T Duage Biotrickling Odor Control System will be installed near Lakeside Dr., to help with odor caused by sewer waste. Signage was also discussed to discourage the public from encouraging panhandlers in the Bullhead City area. Passive panhandling has been ruled by state and federal courts to be protected free speech. Cities cannot prohibit panhandling on sidewalks unless there are safety concerns or trespassing violations City Manager Toby Cotter presented videos that portrayed the effects of installing signage…

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13-year-old arrested for vandalism in Kingman

KINGMAN – On Thursday, December 19, Kingman Police Department officers arrested a 13-year-old middle school student in connection to more than 50 incidents of criminal damage by graffiti. KPD had been taking reports over the past several days in referenced to multiple accounts of graffiti. According to a KPD press release, the total amount of damage is estimated to be in excess of $31,000. Officers developed suspect information on Wednesday. Two other students are also involved to lesser degrees and will be facing similar charges. Anyone with information or questions can call KPD at (928) 753-2191.

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Grandfather, grandchildren escape home fire

LAKE HAVASU CITY – Lake Havasu City Fire Department (LHCFD) responded to a home fire in the 3700 block of Chemehuevi Blvd., on the afternoon of Friday, Dec. 20. According to a LHCFD press release, the occupant had discovered a large fire on the back porch that was quickly extending into the home. The first arriving fire company reported fire through the roof and made the decision to fight the fire defensively outside of the residence. The roof structure had already collapsed as the fire ran throughout the living area and the attic. Five Engine Companies, one Truck Company, a…

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City Offices Christmas Closures

KINGMAN – City offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday, Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, in Kingman. In addition, there will be no commercial trash service on Wednesday, December 25. Wednesday commercial customers should put their cans out one day late; residential customers will not be affected. KART will not be running on either Tuesday, December 24 or Wednesday, December 25. LAKE HAVASU CITY – City offices are closed on Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday and Wednesday, January 1 for the New Year’s Day holiday in Lake Havasu City.  Aquatic Center, Winterbreak, Afterschool…

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City Offices Christmas Closures

KINGMAN – City offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday, Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, in Kingman. In addition, there will be no commercial trash service on Wednesday, December 25. Wednesday commercial customers should put their cans out one day late; residential customers will not be affected. KART will not be running on either Tuesday, December 24 or Wednesday, December 25. LAKE HAVASU CITY – City offices are closed on Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday and Wednesday, January 1 for the New Year’s Day holiday in Lake Havasu City.  Aquatic Center, Winterbreak, Afterschool…

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