Yuma Local Government: Mayoral Race Heats Up, City Council Approves $556M Budget, New Candidates and Propositions
Key Questions
What is Carlos Adams' plan in the Yuma mayoral race?
Challenger Carlos Adams has released a 100-day plan and participated in a mayoral forum held June 7. Primaries are scheduled for July 21 with early voting already underway.
What is included in the Yuma City Council approved FY2027 budget?
The Yuma City Council approved a $556 million FY2027 budget that allocates $215 million specifically for capital projects. The budget supports city operations and infrastructure improvements.
What propositions will Yuma voters consider in November?
City of Yuma voters will decide on Propositions 436 and 437 during the November 3, 2026 General Election. The filing deadline for supporting or opposing arguments is July 10.
Where is Arizona AG candidate Warren Petersen campaigning?
Warren Petersen, a Republican candidate for Arizona Attorney General, recently campaigned in Yuma to speak with local voters. He discussed his positions during events in the area.
Who are some new candidates running in Yuma County races?
Bobbie Jo Daily is seeking the Yuma County Superior Court Clerk position while Richard Mendez is a candidate for Justice of the Peace. Additional candidates are listed for hospital and pest abatement boards, including Derek Egeberg for city council.
Challenger Carlos Adams releases 100-day plan; mayoral forum held June 7. Primaries July 21 (early voting began June 6, registration deadline June 22). Yuma County Recorder David Lara discusses election services in radio interview. Yuma County shares drop box and voting locations for July primary. Yuma City Council approves $556M FY2027 budget with $215M for capital projects. New: Bobbie Jo Daily seeks Yuma County Superior Court Clerk position; Richard Mendez candidate for Justice of the Peace; candidate listings for hospital and pest abatement boards. New: City council candidate Derek Egeberg profile published. Warren Petersen (Republican AG candidate) campaigns in Yuma. Yuma Propositions 436 and 437 for November election – filing deadline for arguments July 10.