Apache Junction public meetings in 2025

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting new rules for special events and mobile food vendors, amendments to land development code, and a conditional use permit for a 300-unit multi-family rental community near Idaho Road and Scenic Street. Additionally, the council may reject fiber conduit installation bids due to being over budget. The meeting also includes consent agenda, awards, and reports.

• Conditional use permit for 300-unit multi-family rental community by Roers Companies on 13 acres at southeast corner of Idaho Road and Scenic Street
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1573 (new special events regulations) and Resolution No. 25-38
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1572 and Resolution No. 25-37 regarding mobile and temporary food and beverage vendors
• Consideration of rejection of proposals for RFP Project No. IT2025-01 (conduit fiber installation) due to being over budget
• Amendments to Land Development Code Chapter 2 (subdivision and minor land division regulations) per Resolution No. 25-31

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will consider and possibly approve a $157,052.63 construction agreement with Willmeng Construction for a block wall at Well 8. The board will also discuss an $88,800 engineering agreement with Colliers Engineering for water main extensions crossing US Route 60 at Goldfield and Idaho Roads, and an emergency interconnect agreement with Arizona Water Company for potable water delivery.

• 25-620: Construction agreement with Willmeng Construction for Well 8 block wall ($157,052.63)
• 25-621: Engineering agreement with Colliers Engineering for water main extensions crossing US 60 at Goldfield and Idaho Roads ($88,800)
• 25-622: Emergency interconnect agreement with Arizona Water Company for potable water
• 25-619: Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, then elect a chair and vice chair for the upcoming term. Members will also discuss their duties with staff and set the date for the next regular meeting.

• Approval of December 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Election of chair and vice chair
• Discussion with staff on duties of the Board of Adjustment
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 12, 2026

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will elect a new chair and vice chair. Members will also receive updates on the AJHS Pride Traffic Cabinet Public Art Contest, discuss available public art funds, and review progress on the Call to Artists. Additionally, they will discuss the annual AJHS Student Public Art Contest. The agenda includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Update on AJHS Pride Traffic Cabinet Public Art Contest
• Discussion on available public art funds
• Progress on Call to Artists
• Annual AJHS Student Public Art Contest discussion

The commission approved its consent agenda unanimously. Jeff Danford was approved as chairperson and Gretchen Klett as vice chairperson, each by a 5‑0 vote. Commissioners also set the next regular meeting for January 12, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council chambers.

• Consent agenda accepted (5-0)
• Jeff Danford approved as chairperson (5-0)
• Gretchen Klett approved as vice chairperson (5-0)
• Regular meeting scheduled for Jan 12 2026, 5:30 p.m. (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Apache Junction Parks & Recreation Commission will consider approving its November meeting minutes, receive staff updates on parks projects and upcoming events, discuss the Tree City USA program, and elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for the coming term.

• Election of Parks and Recreation Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion and update on Tree City USA program
• Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in parks and other service areas
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from November 5, 2025

The commission approved the consent agenda and adopted the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners unanimously elected Heather Moeller as Chair and Felicia Madrid as Vice Chair. They also scheduled the next regular meeting for February 4, 2026 at the city council chambers, 300 E. Superstition Boulevard.

• Approved consent agenda and November 5 minutes (6-0)
• Elected Heather Moeller as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Felicia Madrid as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Scheduled February 4, 2026 meeting at 300 E. Superstition Blvd (6-0)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board

This special meeting of the Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will consider a disability determination for Timothy Gearhart and may enter executive session for legal advice. The board will also vote on minutes from two prior meetings. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on Accidental Disability for Timothy Gearhart
• Motion to adjourn to executive session for legal advice and confidential records
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024, and June 25, 2025

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including approval of a map of dedication for Peralta Drive and resolutions to form and budget a streetlight improvement district for Blossom Rock Phase 3. Two public hearings are scheduled: one for a new liquor license at Hitching Post Saloon and another for a Conditional Use Permit for a 300-unit multi-family rental community on 13 acres near Idaho Road and Scenic Street. The council will also discuss regional transportation projects and consider an intergovernmental agreement with the Pinal County Multi-Agency Traffic Task Force.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for 300-unit multi-family rental on 13 acres near Idaho Road and Scenic Street
• Public hearing on Series 6 Bar liquor license for Hitching Post Saloon at 2341 N. Apache Trail
• Resolution 25-34 to form Streetlight Improvement District No. 2025-SV-BR-3 Blossom Rock Phase 3
• Resolution 25-35 ordering installation of streetlights for the same district
• Intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County Multi-Agency Traffic Task Force (Resolution 25-39)

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda. After a public hearing with no comments, the council voted 7‑0 to recommend the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control approve a Series 6 bar license for Hitching Post Saloon at 2341 N. Apache Trail. Councilmembers voted 4‑3 to postpone the Conditional Use Permit for a 300‑unit multifamily project to December 16, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 6 bar liquor license for Hitching Post Saloon (7-0)
• Continuance of Conditional Use Permit case P-25-38-CUP to Dec 16, 2025 (4-3)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2

The Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2 will consider approving a feasibility report and authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025, to finance improvements. The board will also ratify a preliminary official statement and approve the bond purchase agreement.

• Consideration of Resolution No. SVCFD2 2025-008 regarding bond issuance
• Public hearing on the feasibility report for the proposed project
• Approval of the form and execution of bond-related documents
• Ratification of the preliminary official statement for the bonds
• Consideration of the bond purchase agreement

The board approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. A public hearing on the feasibility of a sewer‑improvement project financed by general‑obligation bonds was held with no public comments. The board then approved Resolution SVCFD2 2025‑008, authorizing the issuance of bonds not to exceed $2.5 million, levying an ad valorem tax, and appointing bond officials.

• Approved minutes from Oct 21, 2025 meeting (7‑0)
• Public hearing on feasibility report conducted; no comments received
• Approved Resolution SVCFD2 2025‑008 authorizing up to $2.5 M bonds, tax levy, and bond agents (7‑0)

City Council Executive Session

The Apache Junction City Council will hold an executive session to discuss legal requirements for reviewing development plans under a new state law. The meeting is closed to the public.

• Discussion on legal requirements for administrative staff review of development plans
• Consultation with city attorney regarding HB 2447 (2025)
• Review of statutory requirements for site and development plans

City Council Meeting

The council will hold public hearings on a text amendment to allow administrative approval of subdivision plats to comply with Arizona House Bill 2447, and on a resolution certifying special election results that change the mayoral term from two to four years. Also on the agenda: discussion of a proposed 300-unit multi-family rental community near Idaho Road and Scenic Street, and multiple consent items including intergovernmental agreements for CDL testing and road projects.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1569 amending Land Development Code to authorize administrative subdivision plat approval per HB 2447
• Public hearing to canvass special election results (Proposition 493) changing mayoral term to four years
• Discussion on Conditional Use Permit for a 300-unit multi-family rental community at Idaho Road and Scenic Street
• Consent agenda items: IGA for CDL testing with Pinal County; final plats for Superstition Vistas Parcels 19.25, 19.16, 19.24; road dedication maps for Meridian Road Phase 2 and Warner Road Phase 2
• Intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County for annexation and permitting of Meridian Road from Elliot Road to Ray Road

The council adopted Resolution 25‑33, officially confirming the November 4 special election that extended the mayor’s term from two to four years. They also approved Ordinance 1568 by a 5‑2 vote, adopting a text amendment to allow administrative staff to approve preliminary and final plats under state law. Ordinance 1569’s reading waiver was accepted unanimously, and a motion to hold an executive session on December 2 passed unanimously. The council rejected Resolution 25‑31, which would have declared a related code amendment as a public record, by a 2‑5 vote.

• Approved Resolution 25‑33 adopting mayoral term change (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 1568 text amendment (5‑2)
• Waived reading of Ordinance 1569 unanimously
• Approved executive session for Dec 2 unanimously
• Rejected Resolution 25‑31 (2‑5)
• Approved Consent Agenda (7‑0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1 board will hold a public hearing on the final assessment for Assessment Area No. 6, then consider a resolution to approve that assessment and order its collection. They will also consider a resolution authorizing the issuance of Special Assessment Bonds, Series 2025 for the same area, along with related documents and appointments.

• Public hearing on final assessment for Assessment Area No. 6
• Resolution No. SVCFD1 2025-009 approving final assessment and ordering collection
• Resolution No. SVCFD1 2025-010 authorizing issuance of Assessment Area No. 6 Special Assessment Bonds, Series 2025
• Approval of minutes from the special meeting of November 4, 2025
• Meeting time revised from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Library Board Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Apache Junction Library Board with mostly routine and procedural items. The board will elect a President, Vice-President, and Secretary for one-year terms, and new board members will be introduced. No substantive policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of officers for President, Vice-President, and Secretary for a one-year term (item 25-563)
• Welcome and introduction of new Library Board members appointed to fill vacancies (item 25-562)

The board voted to fill its officer positions. Robin Barker was approved as President, Barbara Fitzgerald as Vice‑President, and Alexandra Wyroba as Secretary, each with unanimous support. The board also welcomed new members, but no further actions were taken.

• Opened nominations for President (unanimous)
• Elected Robin Barker as President (unanimous)
• Opened nominations for Vice‑President (unanimous)
• Elected Barbara Fitzgerald as Vice‑President (unanimous)
• Opened nominations for Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Alexandra Wyroba as Secretary (unanimous)
• Welcomed new board members (no action required)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider approving the final draft of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Staff will present updates on projects, upcoming events, and year-round aquatics programming. The commission will also discuss recreation programming demographics and the election of officers process. The meeting is largely focused on planning and operational updates.

• Approval of the final draft of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
• Presentation of newly appointed and reappointed commission members
• Report and discussion on year-round aquatics programming
• Report and discussion on recreation programming demographics
• Discussion on the upcoming election of officers process

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the final draft of the 2026 Strategic Plan. The motion was made by Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck, seconded by Commissioner Felicia Madrid, and passed unanimously (5-0). The commission also set the next regular meeting for December 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. and approved the agenda and October 1, 2025 minutes.

• Approved agenda and October 1, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved final draft of 2026 Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting date of December 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The board will hold a public hearing on a feasibility report for a project to be financed by general obligation bonds. A resolution (SVCFD1 2025-011) will be considered to authorize the bond issuance, levy an ad valorem tax on district property, and approve related documents. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and reports from the district manager, director, and treasurer.

• Public hearing on feasibility report for a project financed by general obligation bonds
• Resolution SVCFD1 2025-011 authorizing General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025, and levying an ad valorem tax
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2025 special meeting
• District manager, director, and treasurer reports

The board approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 special meeting (6‑0, 1 excused). A public hearing on the feasibility report for a proposed bond‑financed project was held with no public comments. The board then approved Resolution No. SVCFD1 2025‑011, authorizing up to $7,500,000 in general‑obligation bonds to fund Ray Avenue street improvements, with a vote of 6‑0 and one excused vote.

• Approved minutes of Oct 21, 2025 special meeting (6‑0, 1 excused)
• Conducted public hearing on feasibility report (no comments received)
• Approved Resolution No. SVCFD1 2025‑011 authorizing up to $7.5M bonds for Ray Avenue street improvements (6‑0, 1 excused)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will consider several agenda items, including routine consent agenda approvals and a presentation on regional childcare challenges. Council members will discuss proposed changes to special event ordinances and a text amendment to the subdivision code. The council will vote on a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for commercial driver license testing services.

• 25-526 – Acceptance of agenda (consent agenda)
• 25-527 – Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
• Presentation on regional childcare challenges by Katrina DeVinny, Pinal County Director
• Discussion of potential changes to special event ordinances (item 25-543)
• Resolution No. 25-30 – Intergovernmental agreement for CDL testing with Pinal County (item 25-539)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a Conditional Use Permit for a 300-unit, three-story residential rental community on 13 acres near Idaho Road and Scenic Street. The meeting also includes approval of the October 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

• Consideration of Conditional Use Permit P-25-38-CUP for 300-unit rental community
• Approval of October 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of agenda
• Public hearing for multi-family residential project
• Approval of November 25, 2025 regular meeting date

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 14 meeting. It voted to recommend the City Council approve a Conditional Use Permit for a 300‑unit, three‑story rental community on 13 acres in the City Center zone. The commission also set the next regular meeting for November 25, 2025.

• Approved agenda and October 14 minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended City Council approve CUP P‑25‑38‑CUP for 300‑unit rental project (4‑1)
• Scheduled regular meeting for Nov 25, 2025 at 7:00 pm (5‑0)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will discuss several contracts, including street preservation and HVAC services. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a liquor license and the dissolution of the Municipal Property Corporation.

• Contract with M.R. Tanner Construction for street cape and slurry seals not to exceed $300,029.12
• Final Plat for Blossom Rock Phase 1 Townhomes, a 130-lot residential subdivision
• Contract with Evolution Mechanical LLC for HVAC services not to exceed $55,000.00 annually
• Public hearing for a Series 12 Restaurant liquor license for Mickey D's Cafe at 1408 W. Apache Trail
• Intergovernmental Agreement for $19,638.00 in police hearing protection equipment grants

The council approved the consent agenda with a 7‑0 vote. It recommended approval of a new Series 12 liquor license for Mickey D's Cafe, also by a 7‑0 vote. Finally, Ordinance No. 1568 dissolving the Municipal Property Corporation was adopted unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 12 liquor license for Mickey D's Cafe (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1568 to dissolve the Municipal Property Corporation (7-0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The district board will hold a public hearing on a feasibility report for a proposed project to be financed by special assessment bonds for Assessment Area No. 6. They will then consider two resolutions: one to approve the report and form the assessment district, and another to levy the assessment and approve the assessment diagram. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from district officials.

• Public hearing on feasibility report for Assessment Area No. 6 special assessment bonds
• Consideration of Resolution SVCFD1 2025-007 approving feasibility report and forming assessment district
• Consideration of Resolution SVCFD1 2025-008 levying assessment and approving assessment diagram for AA6
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2025 special meeting

The board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 special meeting. A public hearing on the feasibility report for Assessment Area 6 was held with no comments. The board approved Resolution SVCFD1 2025‑007, authorizing acquisition, financing and special assessment bonds for the project, by a 7‑0 vote. The board also approved Resolution SVCFD1 2025‑008, levying the assessment and adopting the assessment diagram for Assessment Area 6, by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 special meeting (7-0)
• Public hearing on feasibility report for Assessment Area 6 held (no comments)
• Approved Resolution SVCFD1 2025-007 authorizing acquisition, financing and special assessment bonds for Assessment Area 6 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution SVCFD1 2025-008 levying assessment and adopting assessment diagram for Assessment Area 6 (7-0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will consider approving minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting and discuss a professional service agreement with Wilson Engineers LLC for $2,735,475 to oversee construction and inspection of the Superstition Area Water Plant's final build out. The meeting also includes reports from the District Manager, Director, and Treasurer, with no other substantive actions expected.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting
• Consideration of $2,735,475 professional service agreement with Wilson Engineers LLC for Phase 3 final build out of Superstition Area Water Plant construction administration and inspection services

The board unanimously approved the minutes of the September 16, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a professional service agreement with Wilson Engineers LLC for Phase 3 final build‑out of the Superstition Area Water Plant, valued at $2,735,475.00. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $2,735,475 professional service agreement with Wilson Engineers LLC for Phase 3 final build‑out (7-0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2

This special meeting of the Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2 will consider approval of a resolution (SVCFD2 2025-007) that authorizes a second amendment to the district's development agreement, specifically to substitute the guarantor and indemnitor. The board will also approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 special meeting.

• 25-530: Approval of minutes from June 17, 2025 special meeting
• 25-537: Consideration of Resolution No. SVCFD2 2025-007 approving Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated District Development, Financing Participation, Waiver and Intergovernmental Agreement for substitution of guarantor and indemnitor

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 special meeting. The board also unanimously approved Resolution No. SVCFD2 2025‑007, a second amendment to the district’s development and financing agreement that substitutes Brookfield Communities US Holdings LLC and North America Sekisui House, LLC as the financial guarantor and indemnitor. Both actions received a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. SVCFD2 2025‑007 substituting guarantor entities (7‑0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will conduct interviews for annual appointments and reappointments to City of Apache Junction Boards and Commissions. Final appointments are scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

• Interviews of applicants for annual appointments and reappointments for City Boards and Commissions (Item 25-513)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving a Conditional Use Permit for a 65-foot wireless communication tower on the southeast portion of a parcel in Apache Junction. The meeting also includes approval of the August 26, 2025, regular meeting minutes.

• Approval of August 26, 2025, regular meeting minutes
• Conditional Use Permit for 65-foot faux mono-Elm tree wireless tower
• Approval of October 28, 2025, regular meeting date and time

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a 65‑foot faux mono‑Elm tree wireless communication tower at 251 East 29th Avenue, voting 6‑0. The commission also accepted the meeting agenda and minutes from the August 26 meeting, and set the next regular meeting for October 28, 2025, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved agenda and minutes of August 26, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 65‑ft wireless tower at 251 E 29th Ave (6-0)
• Scheduled regular meeting for Oct 28, 2025 at City Council Chambers (6-0)

Municipal Property Corporation

This special meeting of the Municipal Property Corporation will consider dissolving the entity subject to approval by the Mayor and City Council. The board will also elect officers (President, Vice President, Secretary) and handle procedural consent agenda items approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution AJMPC 2025-01 to dissolve the City of Apache Junction Municipal Property Corporation
• Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Approval of the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The board accepted the consent agenda, including approval of the meeting agenda and prior minutes. The board elected Frank Schoenbeck as President, Stephen Harshman as Vice President, and Dr. Roy Starr as Secretary. The board approved Resolution AJMPC 2025-01 to dissolve the Municipal Property Corporation, subject to Mayor and City Council approval.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda and minutes) (4-0)
• Elected President Frank Schoenbeck, Vice President Stephen Harshman, Secretary Dr. Roy Starr (4-0)
• Approved Resolution AJMPC 2025-01 to dissolve the Municipal Property Corporation, pending Mayor and City Council approval (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The city council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 282 N. Palo Verde Drive, a liquor license extension for F.O.E. #3850, and two Community Development Block Grant applications. The consent agenda includes a $200,000 contract for hazardous waste disposal. New business items include discussion of the Weekes Wash project, an HVAC maintenance contract of up to $55,000 annually, and a $19,638 grant for police hearing protection equipment.

• Consideration of hazardous waste disposal contract with Advanced Chemical Transport, LLC not to exceed $200,000.
• Public hearing on permanent liquor license extension for F.O.E. #3850 at 2315 S. Coconino Drive.
• Public hearing on rezoning 282 N. Palo Verde Drive from RS-10M to RM-1/PD with minor General Plan amendment.
• Discussion of HVAC contract with Evolution Mechanical LLC, dba Imcor, up to $55,000 annually for five years.
• Discussion of intergovernmental agreement with Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community for $19,638 grant for police hearing protection.

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a professional services agreement for hazardous‑waste disposal, a Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation, and acceptance of a JustServe City award. A public hearing recommendation to extend the premises of F.O.E. #3850 was approved unanimously. The council rejected the Housing Emergency Rehab Micro‑Grants CDBG proposal (2‑5) and approved the Nuisance Abatement Program CDBG proposal (4‑3).

• Consent agenda approved (7-0)
• Professional services agreement with Advanced Chemical Transport, LLC approved (part of consent agenda)
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation adopted (part of consent agenda)
• JustServe City award accepted (part of consent agenda)
• FOE #3850 permanent extension recommendation approved (7-0)
• CDBG Housing Emergency Rehab Micro‑Grants proposal denied (5-2)
• CDBG Nuisance Abatement Program proposal approved (4-3)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the meeting agenda and the September 3, 2025 minutes. Staff will present updates on park projects, upcoming events, and the next steps to update the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Commissioners will also set the date for the November 5, 2025 meeting.

• 25-472 Approval of agenda (consent agenda item)
• 25-473 Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda item)
• 25-475 Presentation and update on park projects and opportunities
• 25-477 Discussion on next steps to update the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
• 25-478 Selection of November 5, 2025 meeting date at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard

The Parks & Recreation Commission accepted the agenda and approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. They also scheduled the next regular meeting for November 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda and September 3 minutes (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting for Nov 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The council will vote on consent agenda items including contracts for city campus south master planning ($670,446) and street overlays ($601,661.50). A public hearing will consider a bingo license for Rancho Mirage Mobile Home Park at 2400 E. Baseline Ave. New business includes a rezoning request for 282 N. Palo Verde Drive from medium-density to high-density residential, a presentation on household hazardous waste events up to $200,000, and possible dissolution of the Municipal Property Corporation.

• Award contract to Arrington Watkins Architects for city campus south master plan, not to exceed $670,446
• Award contract to M.R. Tanner Construction for asphalt overlay on select streets, not to exceed $601,661.50
• Public hearing for Class A Bingo License at Rancho Mirage Mobile Home Park, 2400 E. Baseline Ave.
• Rezoning request for 282 N. Palo Verde Drive to high-density multiple-family residential (RM-1/PD)
• Discussion on agreement with Advanced Chemical Transport for hazardous waste events up to $200,000

The council approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for a master‑planning study ($645,446) and an asphalt overlay ($546,965) and a settlement amendment. A Class A Bingo license for Desire Maxwell at Rancho Mirage Mobile Home Park was approved unanimously. Councilmembers also voted to give staff direction to draft an ordinance to dissolve the City’s Municipal Property Corporation. The hazardous‑waste event agreement and a rezoning request were presented but not decided at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0), covering $645,446 master‑planning contract
• Approved consent agenda (7-0), covering $546,965 asphalt overlay contract
• Approved consent agenda (7-0), approving First Amendment to settlement agreement
• Approved Class A Bingo License for Desire Maxwell (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance to dissolve Municipal Property Corporation (7-0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will consider approving two large construction contracts: a $2.6 million booster pump station replacement and a $2.28 million well drilling project. The board will also vote on an intergovernmental agreement to sell reclaimed water and lease fiber optic cables to the sewer district. Additionally, an emergency water main repair on Tomahawk Road for $41,032.87 is up for retroactive approval.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Apache Junction Sewer District for sale of reclaimed water and lease of fiber optic cables (Resolution 2025-006)
• Construction agreement with MGC Contractors, Inc. for Phase 1 Water Campus 2 booster pump station replacement, not to exceed $2,623,296.74
• Construction agreement with Yellow Jacket Drilling Services, LLC for Superstition Vistas Well #10, not to exceed $2,285,435.53
• Retroactive approval of emergency repair of a 16-inch water main break on Tomahawk Road, $41,032.87
• Professional Service Agreement with Valley Collection Services, LLC for assistance with unpaid water bill collections

The board unanimously approved the minutes of the July 15, 2025 special meeting. It approved Resolution 2025‑006 to enter an intergovernmental agreement with the Apache Junction Sewer District for reclaimed water sales and a fiber‑optic lease. It approved a $2,623,296.74 construction agreement with MGC Contractors, Inc. for Phase 1 Water Campus 2 booster pump station replacement. It also approved a $2,285,435.53 agreement with Yellow Jacket Drilling Services for Superstition Vistas Well #10 and a $41,032.87 retroactive emergency repair on Tomahawk Road, all votes 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved minutes of special meeting July 15, 2025 (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑006 intergovernmental agreement with AJ Sewer District (7‑0)
• Approved $2,623,296.74 construction agreement with MGC Contractors, Inc. for booster pump station replacement (7‑0)
• Approved $2,285,435.53 construction agreement with Yellow Jacket Drilling Services, LLC for Superstition Vistas Well #10 (7‑0)
• Approved $41,032.87 retroactive emergency repair of 16" water main on Tomahawk Road (7‑0)

Library Board Special Meeting

The Library Board is holding a special meeting that is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a presentation and discussion on the 2025-2028 Library Strategic Plan. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes, call to the public, and staff reports.

• 25-393 Presentation and discussion on the 2025-2028 Library Strategic Plan

The Library Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda (6‑0) and accepted the minutes from the June 12, 2025 special meeting (6‑0). No other actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (no vote)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from August 6, 2025. Staff will present updates on the Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center season, upcoming events, and the department's strategic plan.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center season
• Discussion on updating the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
• Report on 2025 Arizona Parks and Recreation Association Awards
• Discussion on park usage and facility reservations

The Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed updates to the 2026 Strategic Plan and facility‑reservation data, but no votes were taken on those items. The commission also approved holding its next regular meeting on October 1, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers.

• Approved consent agenda and August 6, 2025 minutes (Yes: 5, No: 0)
• Approved regular meeting on Oct 1, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will vote on a $3,526,471.45 asphalt overlay contract with Sunland Asphalt & Construction, plus a 10% contingency. A public hearing will consider Ordinance No. 1566 to rezone land at Winchester Road and Junction Street for a 100‑unit multifamily rental. Additional items include public hearings on FY25 CDBG funds, a $645,446 master‑plan contract for the city campus south, and a $144,210 park improvement contract.

• Approval of $3,526,471.45 asphalt overlay contract with Sunland Asphalt & Construction (total up to $3,879,118.59 with contingency)
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1566 to rezone parcels at Winchester Rd & Junction St for a 100‑unit multifamily development
• Public hearings on FY25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Regional Account and State Special Project funds
• Award of $645,446 contract (plus $25,000 contingency) to Arrington Watkins Architects for city campus south master plan
• Award of $144,210 contract (plus $14,421 contingency) to Shade Industries for Prospector Park shade structures

The council voted unanimously to approve a $3,526,471.45 asphalt overlay contract for city streets. It also approved changing Davis Drive to Officer Facio Drive and several related plat revisions. Additional approvals included multiple final plats and a $200,000‑per‑year amendment to Entellus agreements.

• Approved $3,526,471.45 asphalt concrete overlay contract (7-0)
• Approved rename of Davis Drive to Officer Facio Drive (items 25-409 & 25-410) (7-0)
• Approved Replat of Superstition Vistas Phase 2B parcels 19.22, 19.23, 19.29 (7-0)
• Approved 88 North Final Plat for lot combination (7-0)
• Approved Replat of Davis Drive for Blossom Rock parcel 8 (7-0)
• Approved First Amendments to Entellus agreements up to $200,000 per year (7-0)

City Council Executive Session

The Apache Junction City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a proposed amendment to a development and drainage settlement agreement with Fortune Travel, Inc. The meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Building E, 2nd Floor.

• Discussion of proposed amendment to development and drainage settlement agreement with Fortune Travel, Inc.
• Legal consultation with the City Attorney regarding the settlement agreement
• Executive Session at 300 E. Superstition Blvd., Building E, 2nd Floor

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 282 N. Palo Verde Drive, seeking to change the zoning from Medium Density Single-Family Detached (RS-10M) to High Density Multiple-Family Residential by Planned Development (RM-1/PD). A related Minor General Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential will also be considered. The consent agenda includes approval of the meeting agenda and minutes from the July 22, 2025 regular meeting.

• Public hearing on rezoning case P-24-114-PZ for 282 N. Palo Verde Drive from RS-10M to RM-1/PD
• Minor General Plan Amendment from Medium Density to High Density Residential
• Consent agenda: approval of agenda and minutes from July 22, 2025
• Selection of next regular meeting on September 9, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. Commissioners also voted to hold the regular session on September 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved agenda and June 4, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting for September 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including vehicle and equipment purchases up to $1,716,000, a fuel supply agreement up to $840,000, and a resolution to extinguish an easement on Stagecoach Road. A public hearing is scheduled for a conditional use permit to allow an event center at the southeast corner of Lost Dutchman Boulevard and Apache Trail. New business includes amendments to agreements with Entellus for engineering plan review not to exceed $200,000 per year through June 2028.

• Consideration of vehicle and equipment procurement up to $1,716,000 via state and cooperative contracts
• Bulk fuel agreement with Senergy Petroleum not to exceed $840,000 for FY26
• Resolution 25-09 to extinguish a federally patented easement on Stagecoach Road from Scenic to Tamarisk
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for an event center at Lost Dutchman and Apache Trail (P-25-28-CUP)
• First amendments to Entellus agreements for engineering plan review for Radiance (DU1) and Blossom Rock (DU2), up to $200,000 per year

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included procurement contracts for city vehicles and equipment up to $1,716,000, a bulk fuel agreement up to $840,000, a telecommunications services license amendment, and a resolution to extinguish a federally patented easement. The council also unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for an event center on Parcel 100-25-043E, allowing limited amplified outdoor sound for events ending by 10 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved procurement of city vehicles/equipment up to $1,716,000 (part of consent agenda)
• Approved bulk fuel agreement up to $840,000 (part of consent agenda)
• Approved telecommunications services license amendment (part of consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-09 easement extinguishment (part of consent agenda)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for event center on Parcel 100-25-043E with sound condition (7-0)

City Council Executive Session

The City Council will hold a closed-door session to discuss legal advice regarding a proposed event center at Apache Trail and Lost Dutchman Boulevard.

• Discussion of Resolution No. 25-23, P-25-28-CUP for an event center at Apache Trail and Lost Dutchman Boulevard
• Executive Session at 300 E. Superstition Blvd., Building E, 2nd Floor
• Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a proposed rezoning of three parcels at the northwest corner of Winchester Road and Junction Street from B-3 and RS-GR to RM-2/PD for a 100-unit multi-family rental development. Also on the agenda are a First Amendment to a telecommunications services license agreement with MCI Metro and an easement extinguishment for Stagecoach Road from Scenic Street to Tamarisk Street. As a work session, no formal votes are expected on these items.

• Rezoning case P-25-4-PZ: parcels 101-19-0220, 101-19-023B, 101-19-023C at Winchester Rd & Junction St to allow 100-unit multi-family rental (Skyline QOZB LLC)
• First Amendment to Telecommunications Services License Agreement with MCI Metro Access Transmission Services Corp.
• Resolution 25-09: Federally Patented Easement extinguishment of Stagecoach Road alignment (Scenic St to Tamarisk St) for future development
• All items are presentations and discussion only; no action expected

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezoning of three parcels at the northwest corner of Winchester Road and Junction Street from City Center and rural residential to High Density Multiple-Family Residential by Planned Development. The rezoning would allow a lot combination and construction of a two-story, 100-unit multi-family rental development. The commission will also consider the consent agenda, including approval of the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes, and set the next regular meeting date.

• Public hearing on case P-25-4-PZ: rezoning parcels 101-19-0220, 101-19-023B, and 101-19-023C from B-3 and RS-GR to RM-2/PD for a 100-unit multi-family rental development by Skyline QOZB LLC
• Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes from June 24, 2025
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4‑1 to recommend to City Council the approval of rezoning parcels at Winchester Road and Junction Street to a high‑density multiple‑family residential planned development for a two‑story, 100‑unit rental project. The recommendation followed a public hearing where residents voiced concerns about growth and water resources. The commission also approved the agenda and June 24 minutes, and scheduled the next regular meeting for August 12, 2025.

• Accepted agenda and approved June 24, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of parcels 101-19-0220, 101-19-023B, 101-19-023C to RM-2/PD (4-1)
• Scheduled regular meeting for August 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will vote on a proposed amendment to the General Plan that would re‑zone parcels near the northwest corner of Cactus Road and Auto Center Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park. The meeting also includes approval of several contracts, including a $67,000 classification study, up to $1 million in job‑order contracting agreements, and a $20,392 economic‑development services agreement with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. Public hearings will be held for new liquor‑license applications for Dutchman's Country BBQ and First Water Cocktail Bar, and the council will discuss FY25 Community Development Block Grant projects.

• Approval of a contract up to $67,000 with Public Sector Personnel Consultants for a classification and compensation study (RFP #25-001).
• Approval of job‑order contracting agreements up to $1,000,000 per year for various trade service contractors.
• Approval of a $20,392 agreement with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council for one‑year economic‑development services and appointment of Councilmember Bambi Johnson to the GPEC board.
• Public hearing on a new Series 6 bar liquor license for Dutchman's Country BBQ at 1615 N. Apache Trail.
• Consideration of Resolution No. 25‑22 to amend the General Plan land‑use map for parcels near Cactus Road & Auto Center Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park.

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving several contracts and agreements including a $67,000 classification study and a $1,000,000 job‑order contracting limit. It recommended approval of a new Series 6 bar liquor license for Dutchman's Country BBQ and a permanent extension for First Water Cocktail Bar. The council also approved a Major General Plan amendment changing parcels 102‑20‑008A & C from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted consent agenda (7‑0) approving multiple items such as a $67,000 classification study and $1,000,000 job‑order contracting limit
• Approved award of contract to Public Sector Personnel Consultants, Inc. up to $67,000 (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of Series 6 bar liquor license for Dutchman's Country BBQ, 1615 N. Apache Trail (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of permanent extension for First Water Cocktail Bar, 1545 W. Broadway Ave Suite 101 (7‑0)
• Approved Major General Plan amendment changing parcels 102‑20‑008A & C to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial (7‑0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will approve minutes from the June 17 meeting. It will discuss and consider three procurement requests: a custom trailer not to exceed $25,000, a Caterpillar 308 mini excavator not to exceed $190,000, and a set of fleet trucks not to exceed $225,000. Each request seeks authorization to use current fiscal‑year funds and existing cooperative contracts.

• Approve minutes of June 17, 2025 meeting (Item 1).
• Authorize purchase of a custom trailer from Texas Pride Trailers LLC, up to $25,000 (Item 2).
• Authorize purchase of a Caterpillar 308 mini hydraulic excavator from Empire CAT, up to $190,000 (Item 3).
• Authorize purchase of fleet vehicles (Chevrolet Silverado and Colorado trucks) using state contracts, up to $225,000 (Item 4).

The board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It authorized a custom trailer purchase up to $25,000, a Caterpillar 308 mini excavator up to $190,000, and a fleet of Chevrolet trucks up to $225,000. All four motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved purchase of one custom trailer up to $25,000 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of one Caterpillar 308 mini excavator up to $190,000 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of four Chevrolet fleet vehicles up to $225,000 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a major General Plan amendment and rezoning request by Sundt Construction to change two parcels near Cactus Road and Auto Center Drive from commercial/residential to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial. They will also consider a Conditional Use Permit for an event center at Lost Dutchman Boulevard and Apache Trail. Other agenda items include a DUI Abatement grant, a contract extension for Prospector Park Drainage Improvements, the FY2025-2026 Capital Improvement and Street Maintenance Plan, and vehicle/equipment purchases up to $1,716,000.

• Major General Plan Amendment Case P-25-10-GPA for parcels 102-20-008A & 102-20-008C near Cactus Road & Auto Center Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial
• Rezoning Case P-25-11-PZ for same parcels from General Rural Low Density Residential to Industrial by Planned Development
• Conditional Use Permit P-25-28-CUP for an event center on Parcel 100-25-043E at southeast corner of Lost Dutchman Boulevard and Apache Trail
• Resolution No. 25-21 to accept a DUI Abatement grant from Governor's Office of Highway Safety
• Vehicle and equipment procurement for FY26 totaling up to $1,716,000 via various cooperative contracts

City Council Meeting

The council will vote on consent agenda items including a $483,784 contract for Superstition Shadows Park improvements. They will also hear presentations on a firefighter bond proposal, a classification and compensation study contract, the GPEC contract renewal, and agreements for on-call engineering and job order contracting services.

• Consideration of award of contract to Low Mountain Construction for Superstition Shadows Park improvements in the amount of $483,784.82 (consent agenda item 4).
• Presentation and discussion with fire chief and union president regarding upcoming bond activity (item 10).
• Presentation and discussion on award of contract for Classification and Compensation Study RFP #25-001 (item 12).
• Presentation and discussion on GPEC Contract Renewal and Board Recommendation for Fiscal Year 2025/26 (item 13).
• Presentation and discussion on approval of on-call engineering services agreements not to exceed $300,000 (item 14).

The City Council accepted the consent agenda unanimously (6‑0). It approved the award of a Low Mountain Construction contract for Superstition Shadows Park improvements, with a total cost not to exceed $483,784.82. The council also approved the final plat for Radiance Phase 1B and adopted a proclamation naming July 2025 National Parks and Recreation Month.

• Accepted consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved award of Low Mountain Construction contract for Superstition Shadows Park Improvements up to $483,784.82
• Approved final plat for Radiance Phase 1B
• Adopted proclamation designating July 2025 as National Parks and Recreation Month

Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will review a death certificate for Police Officer Gabriel Facio's Killed in the Line of Duty benefit application. The board may also discuss and possibly act on an Accidental Disability claim for Timothy Gearhart. A motion to adjourn to executive session for legal advice and review of confidential records is on the agenda.

• Review of death certificate for officer Gabriel Facio's line-of-duty benefit
• Discussion and possible action on Accidental Disability for Timothy Gearhart
• Motion to hold executive session for legal advice (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3))
• Executive session to discuss records confidential by law (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(2))

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use changes and a conditional use permit. The body will also discuss parking reduction requests and traffic impact analysis guidelines.

• Case P-25-10-GPA: Request by Sundt Construction to change General Plan land use from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial near Cactus Road & Auto Center Drive
• Case P-25-11-PZ: Request by Sundt Construction to rezone Parcels 102-20-008A & 102-20-008C from RS-GR to Industrial by Planned Development (B-5/PD)
• Case P-25-28-CUP: Request by Dane Astle of Edifice Architecture for an event center and venue permit at the southeast corner of Lost Dutchman Boulevard and Apache Trail
• Discussion of parking reduction requests
• Presentation on Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) 101

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its consent agenda and then voted to recommend three items to the City Council: a Major General Plan Amendment (Case P-25-10-GPA), a rezoning by Planned Development (Case P-25-11-PZ), and a Conditional Use Permit for an event center (Case P-25-28-CUP). Each motion passed with a 5‑0 vote and no commissioners absent. The recommendations are subject to City Council action.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda and June 10 minutes) (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Major General Plan Amendment P-25-10-GPA (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Rezoning by Planned Development P-25-11-PZ (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit P-25-28-CUP (5-0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will hold public hearings and consider two resolutions: adopting the fiscal year 2026 budget (Resolution 2025-004) and re-adopting existing and adopting new potable and non-potable water rates, fees, and charges for FY2025-2026 (Resolution 2025-005). The board will also approve meeting minutes from May 6 and May 20, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from May 6 and May 20, 2025 special meetings
• Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 2025-004: adoption of FY2025-2026 budget for the Water Utilities Community Facilities District
• Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 2025-005: re-adoption of existing and adoption of new potable and non-potable water rates, user fees, service connection fees, and water acquisition fees for FY2025-2026
• Establishment of an effective date for the new rates and fees

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District board approved the minutes of the May 6 and May 20 special meetings. It adopted the FY 2025‑2026 budget of $15.7 million and re‑adopted existing water rates while adding new rate adjustments for FY 2025‑2026. All three motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No public comments were received during the hearings.

• Approved minutes of May 6 & May 20, 2025 meetings (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑004 establishing FY 2025‑2026 budget of $15.7 M (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑005 re‑adopting and adjusting water rates for FY 2025‑2026 (7-0)

City Council Meeting

The council will hold public hearings on two new liquor license applications and consider an appeal of a denied conditional use permit for a 336-unit residential rental community on 18 acres. The CUP appeal is the most substantive item, involving a proposed three-story development in the City Center zone.

• Public hearing for new Series 7 Beer and Wine Bar license at Cat Wagon Tap and Bottle, 2430 W. Apache Trail #4
• Public hearing for new Series 6 Bar license at Dog Run Saloon, 320 W. Superstition Blvd #111-112
• Appeal of Conditional Use Permit (Case P-24-104-CUP) for a 336-unit three-story residential rental community on approx. 18 acres zoned B-3, by Wolff Enterprises III, LLC

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The board will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve the FY 2025/26 budget for Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1 and order a corresponding tax levy. They will also vote on minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of meeting minutes from May 6, 2025
• Resolution No. 2025-005 SVCFD No. 1 to approve the proposed FY 2025/26 budget and order a public hearing
• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025/26 district budget
• Resolution No. 2025-006 SVCFD No. 1 to adopt the FY 2025/26 budget and order a tax levy

The board approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved Resolution No. 2025-005, which proposes the FY 2025/26 district budget and orders a public hearing. A public hearing on the proposed budget was held with no comments. Finally, the board approved Resolution No. 2025-006, adopting the FY 2025/26 budget and authorizing a tax levy.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-005 SVCFD No.1 proposing FY 2025/26 budget and ordering hearing (7-0)
• Conducted public hearing on FY 2025/26 budget – no comments received
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-006 SVCFD No.1 adopting FY 2025/26 budget and tax levy (7-0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2

The board will hold a public hearing and consider the adoption of the District budget for fiscal year 2025/26. If approved, the board will order a tax levy to fund the budget.

• Resolution No. 2025-005: Proposed District budget for FY 2025/26
• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025/26 District budget
• Resolution No. 2025-006: Adoption of FY 2025/26 budget and ordering a tax levy

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved Resolution No. 2025-005, which proposes the FY 2025/26 district budget and calls for a public hearing. A public hearing was held with no comments received. Finally, the board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2025-006, enacting the FY 2025/26 budget and authorizing a tax levy.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-005 proposing FY 2025/26 budget and hearing (7-0)
• Conducted public hearing on FY 2025/26 budget – no comments received
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-006 FY 2025/26 budget and tax levy (7-0)

Special Meeting of the Apache Junction City Council

The Apache Junction City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution No. 25-13, which approves the city's budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026). The resolution also declares an emergency for the budget adoption. This is the single substantive item on the special meeting agenda.

• Discussion, public hearing, and consideration of Resolution No. 25-13 adopting the FY 2025-2026 budget and declaring an emergency

The council approved Resolution No. 25-13, which adopts the city’s estimates of expenditures for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026, establishes the budget, and declares an emergency. Councilmember Johnson moved, Councilmember Soller seconded, and the resolution passed with a 7‑0 vote. No public comments were offered during the hearing.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-13 adopting FY 2025‑26 budget and declaring emergency (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hear a presentation on awarding a $483,784.82 contract to Low Mountain Construction for Superstition Shadows Park improvements, including playground equipment and shade structures, funded by CDBG-RA. They will also discuss a proposed development agreement amendment for the property at the SE corner of Meridian Drive and Southern Avenue. No final votes are expected at this work session.

• Award of contract IFB CDBG #107-25 to Low Mountain Construction for $439,804.38 plus 10% contingency of $43,980.44, total not to exceed $483,784.82, for new playground equipment, playground shade, and aquatic center shade at Superstition Shadows Park.
• Presentation and discussion with developer Michael Thesman and Sean Lake of Lake and Pew, PLC, regarding a development agreement amendment for the property at SE corner of Meridian Drive and Southern Avenue.

Library Board Special Meeting

The Apache Junction Library Board will consider two new items: the 2024/2025 Annual Report and the Strategic Plan 2022‑2025 Summary Report. Both items are slated for discussion and a possible vote on the annual report. No public comment is allowed on these items unless the Board invites a speaker.

• Discussion and possible vote on item 25‑269: 2024/2025 Library Board of Trustees Annual Report
• Review of item 25‑270: Library Strategic Plan 2022‑2025 Summary Report

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 8, 2025 regular meeting. It also approved the 2024/2025 Library Board of Trustees Annual Report (item 25‑269). No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved 2024/2025 Annual Report (6‑0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two requests from Sundt Construction. The proposals involve changing the General Plan Land Use Map and rezoning specific parcels near Cactus Road and Auto Center Drive.

• Case P-25-10-GPA: Request to amend General Plan Land Use Map from Commercial to Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial for Parcels 102-20-008A & 102-20-008C
• Case P-25-11-PZ: Request to rezone Parcels 102-20-008A & 102-20-008C from General Rural Low Density Single-Family Detached Residential (RS-GR) to Industrial by Planned Development (B-5/PD)

The Planning and Zoning Commission accepted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 regular meeting. The Commission also approved scheduling a regular meeting for June 24, 2025 at 7:00 pm, with a vote of 6‑0 and one absent member. No members of the public spoke during the public hearing on the Sundt Construction rezoning proposals.

• Approved agenda and May 27 minutes (motion by Vice Chair Barker, seconded by Commissioner Mykland)
• Approved regular meeting on June 24, 2025 at 7:00 pm (vote 6‑0, Commissioner Gage absent)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the agenda and the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Staff will present updates on park projects, including the Rodeo Grounds and special event ordinances. Commissioners will discuss the conceptual design for Central District Park at Blossom Rock. The meeting will also set the date for the next regular commission meeting.

• 25-222 Approval of agenda (consent agenda item)
• 25-223 Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda item)
• 25-261 Presentation and update on Rodeo Grounds and special event ordinances
• 25-136 Presentation and discussion on Central District Park conceptual design at Blossom Rock
• 25-226 Selection of next regular meeting date (August 6, 2025)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review funding for several health and human services contracts and residential subdivision plats for Blossom Rock. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license application for Lucky Bob's Liquor.

• Health and Human Services contracts: Superstition Community Food Bank ($70,000), Boys and Girls Club ($9,000), Apache Junction Community Development Corporation ($7,000), Begin Again Homes ($2,000), and Over-Flo Missions ($2,000)
• Final Plat for Blossom Rock - Phase 3A (232-lot residential subdivision on 56 acres)
• Final Plat for Blossom Rock - Phase 3B (288-lot residential subdivision on 63 acres)
• Replat of Blossom Rock - Phase 3 Commercial to accommodate a future well site and Ironwood Linear Park
• Public hearing for a Series 9 Liquor Store license for Lucky Bob's Liquor at 431 W. Apache Trail

The City Council accepted the consent agenda, approving several development plats, a health services contract package, and a Mesa Gateway Airport bylaw update. Council members unanimously recommended approval of a new Series 9 liquor license for Lucky Bob’s Liquor. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved FY 2025-2026 Health and Human Services contracts totaling $90,000 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-16, Mesa Gateway Airport JPAA/IGA/Bylaws Update (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Blossom Rock Phase 3A, a 232‑lot residential subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Blossom Rock Phase 3B, a 288‑lot residential subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Replat for Blossom Rock Phase 3 Commercial to remove floodplain (7-0)
• Approved extension of development agreement for 160‑acre property at Meridian Drive and Southern Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of a Series 9 liquor license for Lucky Bob’s Liquor, 431 W. Apache Trail (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss two items: a proposed one-year bulk fuel agreement with Senergy Petroleum for up to $840,000, and a potential first amendment to extend a development agreement for a 160-acre property at the southeast corner of Meridian Drive and Southern Avenue. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for presentation and discussion only.

• Bulk fuel supply agreement with Senergy Petroleum, LLC, amount not to exceed $840,000, using State Cooperative Contract No. CTR063147
• First amendment to extend development agreement for 160-acre property at SE corner of Meridian Drive and Southern Avenue (Fortune Travel, Inc.)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution approving a conditional use permit for an outdoor storage yard in the Baseline Industrial Park. The request is by Timothy Booth with Gold Medal Landscape Management for parcels 102-56-0140 and 102-56-0150, zoned B-5 (Industrial). Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 25-18 for Conditional Use Permit Case P-24-106-CUP for an outdoor storage yard at Baseline Industrial Park Lots 14 and 15.
• Consideration of approval of May 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes.
• Regular meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025 at Superstition Fire and Medical District board room.

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the agenda and the May 13 meeting minutes. It also approved a Conditional Use Permit for an outdoor storage yard in the Baseline Industrial Park, subject to four conditions. Finally, the commission scheduled a special meeting for June 10, 2025 at the Superstition Fire & Medical District board room.

• Approved agenda and May 13 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage yard, Lots 14‑15 (6-0)
• Approved special meeting on June 10, 2025 at 565 N Idaho Rd (6-0)

City Council Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1564 to amend business regulations for fortune telling businesses and their permit fees. They will also consider consent items including a $67,440 contract for updating the city's development fee study, an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Water Resources for the AZCORS program, and approval of a student-designed traffic signal cabinet artwork. Additionally, council will provide direction to staff on updating special event permitting regulations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1564: text amendment to regulate fortune telling businesses and permit fees
• Resolution 25-08: intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Water Resources for AZCORS program
• Professional services agreement with TischlerBise for 5-year development fee study update, not to exceed $67,440
• Approval of selected artwork (case P-25-29-ART) for traffic signal cabinet at Southern Avenue and Ironwood Drive, student design competition
• Council direction to staff on updating city code related to special event permitting and regulations

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1564, which amends the city code on fortune‑telling businesses and sets permit fees. It also unanimously directed staff to review and update the city code for special event permitting. The consent agenda items, including an intergovernmental water‑resources agreement, a professional services contract up to $67,440, artwork for a traffic signal cabinet, and emergency‑assistance representation forms, were approved by a 7‑0 vote. No public comments were received on the ordinance.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1564 (fortune‑telling business regulation) – 7‑0
• Directed staff to review and update special event code provisions – 7‑0
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Dept. of Water Resources – 7‑0
• Approved professional services agreement with TischlerBise up to $67,440 – 7‑0
• Approved selected artwork for traffic signal cabinet at W. Southern Ave & S. Ironwood Dr – 7‑0
• Approved representation forms for Arizona Dept. of Emergency & Military Affairs – 7‑0

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Apache Junction Water Utilities Community Facilities District will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution adopting the proposed budget and water rates, fees, and charges for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will also vote on a classification and compensation plan. An update on the district-wide water system will be presented.

• Resolution 2025-003 adopting proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and water rates, fees, deposits, and water resources acquisition fees
• Resolution 2025-002 adopting the 'Classification and Compensation Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026'
• Presentation and discussion on the district-wide water system

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-002, adopting the FY 2025-2026 classification and compensation plan. The board also unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-003, which sets the FY 2025-2026 budget, rates, fees, deposits and water resource acquisition charges. A public hearing on the proposed budget and rate schedule was called. No reports were presented by the District Manager or Treasurer.

• Approved Resolution 2025-002 classification & compensation plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-003 FY 2025-26 budget, rates, fees, deposits (7-0)
• Called public hearing on proposed budget and rate schedule (unanimous)
• No District Manager report presented
• No District Treasurer report presented

City Council Work Session

The Apache Junction City Council will discuss a high school art competition for a traffic signal cabinet and an update to the Mesa Gateway Airport bylaws.

• Presentation on high school art competition for traffic signal cabinet
• Discussion on Mesa Gateway Airport bylaws update
• City Council Chambers at 300 E. Superstition Blvd.
• Work session scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Special Meeting of the Apache Junction City Council

The Apache Junction City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, including setting a date for a final budget hearing and declaring an emergency. The council will also vote on compensation plans for city employees, sworn and non-sworn, and discuss a pension funding policy for the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 25-12 for tentative FY 2025-2026 budget with emergency declaration
• Public hearing on tentative budget and setting date for final budget adoption
• Adoption of Resolution No. 25-17 to approve FY 2025-2026 Classification and Compensation Plan and Recruit and Sworn Compensation Plan
• Discussion and approval of Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Pension Funding Policy

The Apache Junction City Council unanimously approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. It also adopted the Classification and Compensation Plan and the Recruit and Sworn Compensation Plan for the same fiscal year. Additionally, the council approved the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System pension funding policy. All three actions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-12 adopting tentative FY 2025‑26 budget (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-17 adopting Classification and Compensation Plan and Recruit and Sworn Compensation Plan (6‑0)
• Approved Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Pension Funding Policy (6‑0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a Conditional Use Permit. The body is considering whether to allow a marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen facility to continue operations under new ownership.

• Resolution P-24-87-CUP: Conditional Use Permit for Scott Vargas of Border Health, Inc. to continue use of a marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen facility

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously accepted the consent agenda and approved the minutes from the April 8 meeting. It approved a Conditional Use Permit amendment for a marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen at 1575 E. 18th Avenue, subject to a 20‑day appeal window. The commission also set the next regular meeting for May 27, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

• Accepted consent agenda and approved April 8 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit amendment for marijuana facility at 1575 E. 18th Ave (6-0)
• Approved regular meeting on May 27, 2025 at 7:00 pm (6-0)

Library Board

The Apache Junction Library Board will meet on May 8 to accept minutes and hear public comments. The board will also schedule a special meeting in June to approve the 2024-2025 Library Board of Trustees Annual Report.

• Acceptance of March 13, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period
• Setting date for June special meeting
• Librarian's report
• Correspondence and communications

The Library Board approved scheduling a special meeting for June 12, 2025 to discuss and approve the 2024‑2025 Library Board of Trustees Annual Report. The meeting agenda and the March 13, 2025 minutes were each accepted unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Accepted agenda (4‑0 vote)
• Accepted March 13, 2025 minutes (4‑0 vote)
• Approved June 12, 2025 as date for special meeting on annual report

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review a telecommunications license agreement with Flying Bull Internet, LLC. The body will also provide direction to staff regarding city code amendments for fortune telling business regulations and permit fees.

• Telecommunications License Agreement with Flying Bull Internet, LLC (dba Novos Fiber)
• Direction to staff for text amendment of City Code Vol. I, Chapter 8 regarding fortune telling business regulations and permit fees
• Economic Development update with director Ryan Kaup
• Presentation and update on the Youth Advisory Council

The council approved the Consent Agenda and authorized City Engineer Emile Schmidt to execute a Telecommunications License Agreement with Flying Bull Internet, LLC, by a 7‑0 vote. Councilmembers Johnson and Cross directed staff to amend the city code to eliminate the $1,200 permit fee for fortune‑telling businesses, also passing 7‑0. Both actions were recorded as formal council decisions.

• Approved Telecommunications License Agreement with Flying Bull Internet (7-0)
• Directed staff to amend code to remove $1,200 fee for fortune‑telling businesses (7-0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will hold a special meeting on May 6, 2025. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, including rates, fees, and employee compensation. Also scheduled is an update on the district-wide water system. The board will also consider approving the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approval of meeting minutes from April 15, 2025
• Presentation and discussion on proposed FY 2025-2026 District budget
• Proposed rates, fees, and charges for FY 2025-2026
• Classification and compensation plan for District employees
• Presentation and update on District-wide water system

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. The board also heard a presentation on the FY 2025‑2026 budget and an update on district water projects, but no votes or actions were recorded on those items.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The board will hold a public hearing regarding the final assessment for Assessment Area No. 5. They will discuss approving the final assessment and authorizing the issuance of Series 2025 Special Assessment Bonds.

• Public hearing on final assessment for Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1, Assessment Area No. 5
• Resolution No. 2025-003: Approval of final assessment and collection order for Assessment Area No. 5
• Resolution No. 2025-004: Authorization of Assessment Area No. 5 Special Assessment Bonds, Series 2025

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 special meeting. It also approved Resolution 2025‑003, confirming the final assessment for Assessment Area 5 and ordering collection of the $5,000 per‑lot assessment. Finally, the board approved Resolution 2025‑004, authorizing the issuance and sale of special assessment bonds totaling $860,000 to fund street improvements on Davis Drive.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 special meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑003, final assessment for Assessment Area 5 (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑004, issuance of $860,000 special assessment bonds (7‑0)
• Held public hearing on Assessment Area 5 – no comments received

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2

The board will hold a public hearing on the final assessment for Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2, Assessment Area No. 2, and consider resolutions to approve the assessment, order collection, and authorize the issuance of Series 2025 special assessment bonds. Also on the agenda is approval of the minutes from the April 15, 2025 special meeting. District manager, director, and treasurer reports will be presented.

• Public hearing on final assessment for Assessment Area No. 2
• Resolution No. 2025-003 SVCFD No. 2 approving final assessment and ordering collection
• Resolution No. 2025-004 SVCFD No. 2 authorizing Series 2025 Special Assessment Bonds and related documents
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2025 special meeting

The board approved the minutes of the April 15, 2025 special meeting. It approved Resolution 2025-003, finalizing the $3,500 per‑lot assessment for Assessment Area 2. It also approved Resolution 2025-004, authorizing issuance of $2,418,000 in special assessment bonds to fund street improvements on Blossom Rock Trail.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 special meeting (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-003, final assessment for Assessment Area 2 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-004, issuance of $2,418,000 special assessment bonds (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Apache Junction City Council will discuss four items in a work session. Staff will present a professional services agreement with TischlerBise for a five‑year update of the Development Fee Study, recommending approval of a lump‑sum contract not to exceed $67,440. The council will also hear presentations on the North‑South Segment 1 Corridor Study (SR 505), special event ordinance updates, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Water Resources for the AZCORS program.

• Presentation by ADOT on the status of the North‑South Segment 1 Corridor Study (SR 505).
• Discussion of special event processes and potential ordinance updates.
• Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Water Resources for the AZCORS program.
• Recommendation to approve a professional services agreement with TischlerBise for up to $67,440 for a five‑year Development Fee Study update.

Special Meeting of the Apache Junction City Council

The Apache Junction City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, the classification and compensation plan for city employees, and the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Pension Funding Policy. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Presentation and discussion of FY 2025-2026 budget, employee classification/compensation plan, and PSPRS Pension Funding Policy

The council heard a presentation on the FY 2025‑2026 budget, employee compensation plan, and public safety pension policy. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will consider submissions from Apache Junction High School students for a traffic cabinet artwork at the intersection of Southern Avenue and Ironwood Drive. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, approval of minutes, and scheduling of the next regular meeting. No decisions are noted on new contracts or fee changes.

• Presentation and discussion of high school art contest entries for traffic cabinet art (Southern Ave & Ironwood Dr.)
• Approval of agenda (item 25-210)
• Approval of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25-211)
• Scheduling of regular meeting for May 12, 2025 (item 25-212)

The Public Art Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. It voted to recommend Submission #2 by Sheyla Sebastian as the winner of the traffic cabinet art contest. The commission also set a regular meeting for May 12, 2025 at 5:30 pm in the city council chambers.

• Approved agenda and February 10 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Submission #2 for traffic cabinet art (4-0)
• Scheduled regular meeting for May 12, 2025 (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will consider consent agenda items including approval of a replat to divide Parcel 10 in Blossom Rock Phase 1 into two lots, and proclamations for Arbor Day and International Dark Sky Week. The council will also select dates for budget work sessions and hearings for FY 2025-2026.

• Replat of Blossom Rock Phase 1 dividing Parcel 10 into two parcels zoned Master Planned Community (MPC)
• Proclamation designating April 25, 2025, as 'National Arbor Day'
• Proclamation designating April 21-28, 2025, as 'International Dark Sky Week'
• Presentation of 25-year service award to Matthew McNulty
• Selection of dates, times, and location for budget work sessions and public hearings for FY 2025-2026

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included acceptance of the meeting agenda, approval of the April 1 minutes, and a replat of Blossom Rock Phase 1. Councilmembers also unanimously adopted a schedule for budget work sessions, the tentative budget public hearing, and the final budget adoption. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (items 25-061, 25-062, 25-155) (7-0)
• Adopted budget work session schedule: May 5, 2025 work session; May 19, 2025 tentative budget hearing; June 16, 2025 final budget hearing (7-0)

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will consider approving the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes and authorize a purchase of up to $106,000.00 for 400 meter boxes. It will also discuss scheduling of budget work sessions for FY 2025‑2026 and receive updates on the 11th Annual Water Festival and the district‑wide water system.

• 25-180 – Approval of meeting minutes from March 18, 2025
• 25-181 – Authorization to purchase up to $106,000.00 for 400 meter boxes from Ferguson Waterworks
• 25-182 – Discussion and selection of dates, times, and locations for FY 2025‑2026 budget work sessions and adoption
• 25-183 – Presentation and update on the 11th Annual Water Festival
• 25-184 – Presentation and update on the district‑wide water system

The board considered several items, including approval of prior meeting minutes, a $106,000 purchase of 400 meter boxes, and dates for FY 2025‑2026 budget sessions. Each item received a motion and a second, but the minutes do not record any vote outcomes or final approvals. No substantive actions were officially adopted.

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 1

The board will hold a public hearing on a feasibility report for a proposed project to be financed by special assessment bonds for Assessment Area No. 5. After the hearing, they will consider two resolutions: one to approve the feasibility report, declare intent to form an assessment district, and authorize bond issuance; another to levy the assessment and approve the assessment diagram. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from the District Manager, Director, and Treasurer.

• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 special meeting (25-161)
• Public hearing on feasibility report for proposed project financed by Superstition Vistas CFD No. 1 Assessment Area No. 5 Special Assessment Bonds (25-162)
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-001 to approve feasibility report, form assessment district, and declare intention to issue special assessment bonds (25-163)
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-002 to levy assessment and approve assessment diagram for Assessment Area No. 5 (25-164)
• District Manager, Director, and Treasurer reports

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 special meeting. It also approved Resolution No. 2025-001, which adopts the feasibility report for Assessment Area 5 and authorizes special assessment bonds totaling $860,000. Additionally, the board approved Resolution No. 2025-002, which adopts the assessment diagram for Assessment Area 5. All three motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of Nov 19 2024 special meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑001 SVCFD 1 (feasibility report) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑002 SVCFD 1 (assessment diagram) (7‑0)

Superstition Vistas Community Facilities District No. 2

The board will hold a public hearing on a feasibility report for a proposed project to be financed by special assessment bonds for Assessment Area No. 2. They will then consider resolutions to approve the feasibility report, form the assessment district, and levy the assessment. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from district staff.

• Public hearing on feasibility report for Superstition Vistas CFD No. 2 Assessment Area No. 2 Special Assessment Bonds
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-001 approving feasibility report, forming assessment district, and authorizing bond issuance
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-002 levying an assessment and approving the assessment diagram for Assessment Area No. 2
• Approval of minutes from the December 17, 2024 special meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 17, 2024 special meeting. A public hearing on the feasibility report for a proposed bond‑financed project was held with no public comments. The board also unanimously approved Resolution 2025-001 and Resolution 2025-002, authorizing the feasibility report, acquisition of improvements, and the levying of assessments for Assessment Area No. 2.

• Approved minutes of Dec 17, 2024 special meeting (7‑0)
• Public hearing on feasibility report held; no comments received
• Approved Resolution 2025-001 SVCFD No.2 (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-002 SVCFD No.2 (7‑0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several topics, including a presentation by National Demographics Corp. on potential changes to council districts, a possible text amendment to business regulations concerning fortune telling, and a discussion with State Senator David Farnsworth on public transportation. The council will also review funding recommendations for Health and Human Services for the upcoming fiscal year. No final votes are expected; the session is for discussion and possible direction to staff.

• Presentation by Doug Johnson of National Demographics Corp. regarding council district boundaries
• Discussion of possible text amendment to City Code Chapter 8 regulating fortune telling businesses
• Discussion with Senator David Farnsworth on public transportation
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Health and Human Services funding recommendations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits. The first is a 336-unit three-story residential rental community on approximately 18 acres zoned City Center. The second is a high-end smoke shop at Units 8 and 9 of 100 W. Apache Trail. The consent agenda includes approval of the March 25, 2025 minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit for a 336-unit residential rental community on 18 acres zoned City Center (Case P-24-104-CUP)
• Conditional Use Permit for a smoke shop at 100 W. Apache Trail, Units 8 and 9 (Case P-25-6-CUP)
• Consent agenda: approval of agenda and minutes from March 25, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5‑2 to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Saguaro Smoke Shop at 100 W. Apache Trail. It voted 2‑5 to reject the Conditional Use Permit for a 336‑unit rental project at the northwest corner of N. Apache Trail and Idaho Road. The consent agenda and the minutes of the March 25, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Saguaro Smoke Shop Conditional Use Permit (5-2)
• Rejected 336‑unit rental Conditional Use Permit (2-5)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations and updates on projects, events, and programs. Items include an update on invasive plants management, introduction of a Youth Advisory Council, and discussions on Painted Sky Park's lake and fishing programs and adaptive recreation programming. The commission will also consider approval of the agenda and March meeting minutes.

• Update on invasive plants management
• Presentation and introduction of the Youth Advisory Council
• Presentation and discussion on Painted Sky Park's lake and fishing programs
• Intern Lauren Powell to present on adaptive recreation programming
• Update on upcoming events and activities in parks

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the agenda and the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners also voted to schedule the regular session for May 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No other actions were approved or denied. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

• Approved acceptance of agenda and March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved regular session for May 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will consider consent agenda items, including acceptance of the agenda and approval of the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The council will receive proclamations designating the week of April 5‑11 as "Week of the Young Child" and the week of April 6‑12 as "National Library Week." Additional items include regional intergovernmental updates, the City Manager's report, GIS division and legislative updates, and an update on animal control services and the shelter presented by Police Chief Michael Pooley.

• 25-056 – Acceptance of agenda (consent agenda)
• 25-057 – Approval of minutes of the March 18, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
• 25-129 – Proclamation designating April 5‑11, 2025 as "Week of the Young Child"
• 25-117 – Proclamation designating April 6‑12, 2025 as "National Library Week"
• 25-153 – Update on Animal Control Services and Shelter with Police Chief Michael Pooley

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the consent agenda, which included acceptance of the agenda and approval of the March 18 meeting minutes. Mayor Wilson read proclamations designating the Week of the Young Child and National Library Week. Staff provided updates on GIS services, a state zoning bill, and animal control issues. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)

Health and Human Services Commission

The Health and Human Services Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. The primary action is the consideration of funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to be presented to the City Council in April.

• Approval of agenda and March 10, 2025, meeting minutes
• Consideration of FY2025-2026 funding recommendations
• Review of funding for AJ CDC, Begin Again Homes, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Community Food Bank

The commission voted unanimously to adopt the consent agenda, approving items 25-106 and 25-108. It also approved the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Health and Human Services funding recommendation (option 3) with all seven members voting yes. The approved funding includes $7,000 for AJ CDC, $2,000 for Begin Again Homes, $9,000 for the Boys and Girls Club, $2,000 for Over‑Flo Missions, and $70,000 for the Superstition Community Food Bank. No staff liaison report was presented.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 25-106 and 25-108 (7‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 Health and Human Services funding recommendation (option 3) (7‑0)
• Allocated $7,000 to Apache Junction Community Development Corporation
• Allocated $2,000 to Begin Again Homes
• Allocated $9,000 to Boys and Girls Club of the Valley
• Allocated $2,000 to Over‑Flo Missions
• Allocated $70,000 to Superstition Community Food Bank

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution 25-05 for a Conditional Use Permit requested by Empire Southwest for an outdoor storage yard on five lots in Baseline Industrial Park. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from January 14, 2025, as consent items, and setting the next regular meeting date.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit P-24-69-CUP for outdoor storage yard at Baseline Industrial Park (parcels 102-56-0190, 0200, 0210, 0220, 0230) zoned B-5 Industrial.
• Consent agenda includes approval of agenda (25-131) and minutes from January 14, 2025 regular meeting (25-132).
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM in City Council Chambers.

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the agenda and minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. It approved Conditional Use Permit Case P-24-69-CUP for an outdoor storage yard in the Baseline Industrial Park on lots 19‑23, subject to four staff‑recommended conditions. The commission also scheduled the next regular meeting for April 8, 2025 at 7:00 pm. All three motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote, one commissioner excused and one absent.

• Approved agenda and minutes of Jan 14, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit P‑24‑69‑CUP for outdoor storage yard (5‑0)
• Set regular meeting for Apr 8, 2025 at 7:00 pm (5‑0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider the approval of a final plat for a 125-acre residential subdivision and a contract for roadway drainage improvements. The body will also discuss a resolution urging the state legislature to respect local municipal control.

• Approval of Final Plat for Blossom Rock - Parcel 8, a 575-lot residential subdivision on 125 acres
• Contract award to Viasun Corporation for Apache Trail median curbing not to exceed $516,160.74
• Resolution No. 25-04 regarding state legislature respect for local municipal control
• Resolution No. 25-02 designating Angelie Hawley as Chief Fiscal Officer
• Approval of municipal court associate magistrate agreements and juvenile hearing officer appointments

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Apache Junction Water Utilities Community Facilities District will consider approving two major contracts: a professional service agreement for the Superstition Vistas Well #10 not to exceed $116,773, and a construction agreement for a Pure Water Demonstration Trailer totaling up to $815,977.77. The board will also receive updates on the Verde River Sediment Mitigation Study and the district-wide water system.

• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025 meeting
• Professional Service Agreement with Clear Creek Associates for Superstition Vistas Well #10 ($116,773)
• Construction agreement with Garney Companies for Pure Water Demonstration Trailer ($815,977.77 total, including contingencies)
• Update on Verde River Sediment Mitigation Study
• Update on district-wide water system

City Council Work Session

The City Council holds a work session to discuss three topics: municipal court associate magistrate agreements, juvenile hearing officer appointments, and the potential impact of HB 2118 on city revenue from online sales tax. No votes are scheduled; the items are for presentation and discussion only.

• Presentation and discussion on municipal court associate magistrate agreements
• Presentation and discussion on request for juvenile hearing officer appointments
• Presentation and discussion on Wayfair Decision/online sales tax origination and HB 2118's impact on city revenue

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and possibly vote on revisions to the Request for Inclusion/Review of Library Materials complaint procedure. The rest of the agenda is procedural: approving minutes, receiving the Librarian's Report, and public comment.

• 25-098 Discussion and possible vote on updates to the Request for Inclusion/Review of Library Materials complaint procedure.

Health and Human Services Commission

The Health and Human Services Commission holds a special meeting to interview applicants for fiscal year 2026 funding. The four organizations are Apache Junction CDC, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Food Bank. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Interview of applicants for Health and Human Services funding for FY2026: Apache Junction CDC, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Food Bank.

City Council Strategic Planning Retreat

This is a special meeting for a City Council strategic planning retreat. The council will discuss economic development, marketing, community development, police operations, utilities, external partnerships, and city governance. No votes or specific proposals are listed; the item is a broad discussion.

• Discussion on Economic Development
• Discussion on Marketing & Communications
• Discussion on Community Development
• Discussion on Police Operations
• Discussion on Utilities, External Partnerships, and City Governance

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive updates on several park initiatives, including a presentation of the conceptual design for the Prospector Park pickleball expansion. Commissioners will also hear about upcoming park events, the Tree City USA program, and the introduction of the new Aquatics Coordinator, Julia Feraldi. No formal votes are listed for these items.

• 25-082 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in parks and other service areas
• 25-083 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities
• 25-084 Introduction of new Aquatics Coordinator Julia Feraldi
• 25-085 Presentation and update on Tree City USA
• 25-086 Presentation and update on construction and future operations of the Prospector Park pickleball expansion (conceptual design)

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will discuss and consider Resolution 25-03, which would call a special election on November 4, 2025, for voters to decide whether to change the mayoral term from two years to four years. The council will also consider ratifying the appointment of Evie McKinney as City Clerk. Consent agenda items include approval of final plats for Radiance Parcels 19.17 and 19.18.

• Consideration of Resolution 25-03 for a special election on mayoral term change
• Ratification of Evie McKinney as City Clerk
• Approval of Final Plat for Radiance, Parcel 19.17 (SV-23-32)
• Approval of Final Plat for Radiance, Parcel 19.18 (SV-23-34)

Health and Human Services Commission

The Health and Human Services Commission will review funding applications for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also discuss its responsibilities and a potential time change for a March 10 special meeting.

• Funding applications from AJ CDC, Begin Again Homes, Boys and Girls Club, Over-Flo Missions, and Superstition Community Food Bank
• Discussion on Commission duties
• Possible time change for March 10, 2025 Special Meeting

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on amendments to residential and non-residential zoning regulations. The body is also considering a change to the mayoral term from two years to four years.

• Ordinance No. 1563 and Resolution No. 25-01 regarding Zoning Bulk and Use Regulations
• Contract for Cactus Asphalt for city street slurry seal treatment not to exceed $534,048.90
• Contract for Primary Construction Inc. for Prospector Park Drainage not to exceed $359,952.73
• Direction to staff to change mayoral term from 2 years to 4 years
• Proclamation for 'Human Trafficking Awareness - Not in Our City'

Public Art Commission

The Apache Junction Public Art Commission will review updates on existing art installations and consider proposals for additional vinyl traffic‑cabinet wraps, including a veteran‑themed cabinet at Idaho & Superstition and a high‑school‑themed cabinet at Ironwood & Southern. The body will also discuss figurative and 3‑D wall sculpture ideas and a round‑about sculpture in coordination with ADOT. No public comments are permitted on new business items.

• Updates on vinyl traffic cabinet wraps, mural at The Residences (Tomahawk/Old West Hwy), and Kachina art on Apache Trail
• Proposal for six new traffic cabinet wraps: 4 general, 1 veteran‑themed (Idaho & Superstition), 1 AJ High School‑themed (Ironwood & Southern)
• Discussion of figurative sculpture, 3‑D wall sculpture, and round‑about sculpture suggestions with ADOT

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the final concept for the Rodeo Event Center Master Plan and introduce Jody Dutra as the new Youth and Senior Services Coordinator. The agenda includes consent items for meeting minutes and a presentation on upcoming park projects and events.

• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Rodeo Grounds Master Plan
• Introduction of new Youth and Senior Services Coordinator Jody Dutra
• Presentation on upcoming park projects and opportunities
• Presentation on upcoming events and activities

City Council Meeting

The council will consider a consent agenda item awarding a $582,500 contract for an emergency backup power generator at city hall. Public hearings will be held on new Series 6 Bar liquor licenses for First Water Cocktail Bar and The Wheelhouse Tavern. New business includes rejecting proposals for the downtown 10-acre property due to unresponsiveness. A presentation on the city's annual financial audit will also be given.

• Award of $582,500 contract to Empire Power Systems for city hall emergency backup generator
• Public hearing for Series 6 Bar liquor license for First Water Cocktail Bar at 1545 W. Broadway Ave #101-103
• Public hearing for Series 6 Bar liquor license for The Wheelhouse Tavern at 495 W. Apache Trail
• Rejection of proposals for downtown 10-acre property (RFP #2024-006) due to unresponsiveness
• Presentation by Heinfeld, Meech & Co. on the city's annual financial audit

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss four items: enforcing code restrictions on feeding pigeons, a proposed text amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding conditional use permit processes, awarding a bid for drainage improvements at Prospector Park, and a proposal to extend the mayor's term to four years. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• Enforcement of code restrictions on feeding pigeons
• Text amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 1-5 modifying conditional use permit processes
• Award of bid for Prospector Park drainage improvements
• Discussion on lengthening mayor term to 4 years

Health and Human Services Commission

The Health and Human Services Commission will consider approving the agenda and minutes from April 2024. New business includes introducing a new commissioner, electing a chair and vice chair, and discussing the Fiscal Year 25/26 Health and Human Services new application and funding timeline. The commission will also review its duties and set tentative meeting dates for February and March 2025.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 25/26 Health and Human Services new application and funding timeline
• Nominations and election of chair and vice chair
• Introduction of new commission member and city staff
• Discussion of commission duties as outlined in city code
• Tentative meetings scheduled for Feb 24, Mar 10, and Mar 24, 2025

City Council Meeting

The Apache Junction City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances to continue the 0.2% transaction privilege license tax—one dedicated to public right-of-ways and one for Public Safety Personnel Retirement System expenses. The consent agenda includes contracts for sidewalk ramp retrofits along Superstition Boulevard ($167,769) and street reconstruction in Haven Hallow ($483,714). New business includes discussion of a $582,500 emergency backup generator for City Hall.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No.1561: continuation of 0.2% tax for public right-of-ways
• Public hearing on Ordinance No.1562: continuation of 0.2% tax for Public Safety Personnel Retirement System expenses
• Award of contract to MR Tanner Construction for sidewalk ramp retrofits along Superstition Boulevard, total not to exceed $167,769.36
• Award of contract to MR Tanner Construction for reconstruction of Pinyon, Gregory, and Cactus Wren streets in Haven Hallow, total not to exceed $483,714.00
• Presentation and discussion on award of contract to Empire Power Systems for City Hall emergency backup generator, amount not to exceed $582,500.00

Water Utilities Community Facilities District

The Water Utilities Community Facilities District will approve minutes from November 2024 and discuss recoating a backwash tank at the Well 6 Arsenic Treatment Facility. The board will also review the district-wide water system and meet with the Fire Chief about water availability.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 minutes
• Presentation on Well 6 backwash tank recoating
• District-wide water system update
• Discussion with Fire Chief John Whitney

City Council Executive Session

The Apache Junction City Council will hold a closed-door executive session to discuss the city attorney's employment, assignment, or appointment. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

• Discussion of city attorney's employment, assignment, or appointment
• Executive Session held in Building E, 2nd Floor, 300 E. Superstition Blvd.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment (Case P-24-1-AM) to modify the Apache Junction Zoning Ordinance regarding Conditional Use Permit land use decision processes. The commission will also consider approval of the agenda and minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. This item is the most substantive on the agenda; the remainder is procedural.

• Public hearing on Case P-24-1-AM: text amendment to Article 1-5 (Zoning Bulk and Use Regulations) to modify Conditional Use Permit processes
• Consent agenda: approval of agenda (25-010)
• Consent agenda: approval of December 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes (25-011)
• Selection of next regular meeting date: January 28, 2025

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of previous minutes and a call to the public. The only substantive discussion is on promoting library services and the public registration process for upcoming events (Item 24-992). No voting or decisions are listed, only discussion.

• Discussion on promotion of library services and public registration process for upcoming events (Item 24-992)

City Council Meeting

The council will discuss draft ordinances to continue two existing 0.2% transaction privilege taxes — one for public right-of-ways and one for Public Safety Personnel Retirement System expenses. The meeting also includes the oath of office for the newly elected mayor and councilmembers, and consideration of a renewal contract for the Pinal County Technology Consortium Operations. Procedural items include selection of a vice mayor, acting mayor, and check signatories.

• Discussion on draft Ordinance No. 1561 (0.2% tax for public right-of-ways) and Ordinance No. 1562 (0.2% tax for Public Safety Personnel Retirement System)
• Oath of Office for Mayor-elect Wilson and Councilmembers-elect Heck, Johnson, and Nesser
• Renewal of contract agreement for Pinal County Technology Consortium Operations
• Nomination and selection of vice mayor
• Designation of acting mayor and city council check signatories