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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Boulder City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Community Development Advisory Committee appointment
Kevin Abbott of Lend a Hand was appointed as Boulder City's non-voting representative on the committee that reviews federal CDBG grant projects for Clark County. Boulder City has received nearly $7 million in CDBG funding since 1982.
2025-2030 Strategic Implementation Plan Quarterly Update
City Manager Ned Thomas reported that 31 of 39 strategies in the city's five-year strategic plan are completed, ongoing, or in progress, with only one long-term housing funding strategy not yet started. Council members praised the transparency and asked for a public list of grants received.
General Fund Contingency Transfer for Public Safety
Council authorized moving $950,000 from contingency reserves to cover police salary settlements, fire department overtime, and court-appointed attorney fees.
Teamsters Blue Collar Bargaining Unit Contract Approval
City Council approved a new three-year labor agreement for 42 blue-collar city workers, providing a 3.5% retroactive raise and annual cost-of-living adjustments tied to inflation.
FY 2026-2027 Final Operating and Capital Budgets
Boulder City is crafting its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, balancing ongoing expenses against conservative revenue forecasts while relying on accumulated savings until new solar and energy storage leases take effect in 2030.
Appointed Officials Annual Performance Reviews and Compensation
The City Council conducted its annual performance evaluations for the City Clerk, City Manager, and City Attorney. All three officials received high marks for their dedication and responsiveness and were awarded 6% merit salary increases.
Five-Year Financial Plan and Revenue Projections
The city reviewed its financial forecast for 2027 through 2031, showing that ongoing operating expenses are projected to outpace revenues in coming years. Council members discussed long-term fiscal strategies, reserve funds, and potential revenue sources like property tax adjustments.
Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Audit and ACFR
Boulder City received a clean audit report with zero internal control findings for fiscal year 2025. The audit highlights strong financial reserves, including over eight months of operating reserves in the general fund.