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Safe & Prosperous |
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Parks & Recreation |
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Active & Appealing |
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Resolution |
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Respected & Responsible |
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Ordinance - Introduction |
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Connected & Engaged |
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Ordinance - Adoption |
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Administration |
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Unique & Creative |
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Public Hearing |
TITLE:
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Agreement Amendment: Arizona Game and Fish Commission
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SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION:
Summary Recommendation
Authorize Amendment No. 1 to the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Arizona Game and Fish Commission adding East Mesa Community Park to the Community Fishing Program. (Parks & Recreation) (Eric Urfer)
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STRATEGIC OUTCOME:
This agreement supports the City Council's Connected and Engaged strategic outcome by strengthening the City's partnership with the Arizona Game and Fish Department and expanding opportunities for residents and visitors to participate in outdoor recreation. The addition of recreational fishing at East Mesa Community Park is consistent with the recommendations of the City's 2024 Parks, Arts, Recreation and Trails (PART) Master Plan, which calls for expanding recreational opportunities and enhancing the City's park system to better serve the community.
REPORT:
The City of Yuma has maintained a longstanding partnership with the Arizona Game and Fish Department to provide recreational fishing opportunities for residents and visitors through the Community Fishing Program. The existing IGA, effective July 1, 2024, provides for the stocking of fish at West Wetlands Pond and Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex Pond.
The proposed amendment adds East Mesa Community Park Pond to the existing agreement, allowing the Arizona Game and Fish Department to provide scheduled fish stocking and fisheries management services at the new location. Under the agreement, the Department will stock participating ponds with rainbow trout during the cooler months and channel catfish during the spring and fall. Sunfish and largemouth bass will also be stocked periodically to establish and maintain a resident fish population. Stocking schedules may be adjusted based on weather conditions, fish availability, water quality, and other operational considerations.
The amendment also establishes the City's financial participation in the expanded program. The cost associated with adding East Mesa Community Park Pond is $4,388 in FY 2027, $6,067 in FY 2028, and $6,249 in FY 2029, for a total of $16,704 over the remaining agreement period. These payments support fish stocking and program operations. The agreement, as amended, will remain in effect through June 30, 2029.
Adding East Mesa Community Park Pond to the Community Fishing Program supports the City's continued investment in recreational amenities, expands access to fishing opportunities in the eastern portion of the community, and enhances the overall recreational value of the new park. The partnership also allows the City to utilize the expertise and resources of the Arizona Game and Fish Department to provide a consistent and professionally managed fishing program.
FISCAL REQUIREMENTS:
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CITY FUNDS: |
$ 4,388.00 |
BUDGETED: |
$ 4,388.00 |
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STATE FUNDS: |
$ 0.00 |
AVAILABLE TO TRANSFER: |
$ 0.00 |
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FEDERAL FUNDS: |
$ 0.00 |
IN CONTINGENCY: |
$ 0.00 |
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OTHER SOURCES: |
$ 0.00 |
FUNDING ACCOUNT/FUND #/CIP: |
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TOTAL |
$ 0.00 |
General Fund 001-50-20.6804 |
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT:
These funds are part of the FY2027 Budget.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS NOT ATTACHED TO THE CITY COUNCIL ACTION FORM THAT ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK:
NONE
IF CITY COUNCIL ACTION INCLUDES A CONTRACT, LEASE OR AGREEMENT, WHO WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ROUTING THE DOCUMENT FOR SIGNATURE AFTER CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL?
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City Clerk’s Office |
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Document to be recorded |
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Document to be codified |
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Acting City Administrator: |
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John D. Simonton |
11/09/2026 |
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Reviewed by City Attorney: |
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Richard W. Files |
11/09/2026 |