El Mirage, AZ

Planning & Zoning Commission

The El Mirage Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit requests and provide recommendations to the City Council. The first is for a retail smoke/vape shop in an urban corridor zone, and the second is for a large mural on an existing building in a commerce park zone. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its July 14, 2026 meeting.

• Conditional use permit for retail smoke/vape shop at 11713 W Thunderbird Road
• Conditional use permit for public art mural at 8376 N El Mirage Rd
• Approval of July 14, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM) w/correction

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $436,547 grant from Maricopa County. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding zoning variances for a property on North Palm Street.

• Resolution R26-09-18 to accept $436,547 in CDBG funds from Maricopa County
• Contract with HiveTechnology Inc. for project management software up to $32,080
• Custodial services contract with Jani-works up to $139,428 annually
• Vehicular Non-Access Easement for Castle Steel at 12210 W. Olive Avenue
• Public hearing for zoning variances at 14206 N. Palm Street

City Council Work Session (5:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council is holding a work session with one substantive item: a presentation and discussion on the Meter Replacement Program from the Public Works department. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only.

• Meter Replacement Program presentation and discussion (Public Works)

EM Youth Advisory Commission

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss feedback on proposed E-bike ordinance changes and to plan 2026-27 projects and initiatives. They will also consider approving July meeting minutes and changing meeting dates for November and December 2026. The agenda includes a social media presentation and is open to the public.

• Discussion of summary feedback from Commissioners on proposed E-bike Ordinance changes
• Discussion: 2026-27 Projects / Initiatives implementation
• Consideration and action to approve the regular meeting date change for November and December 2026
• Consideration and action to approve minutes of July 28, 2026 meeting
• City of El Mirage Social Media Presentation

The August 25, 2026 regular meeting of the El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission was canceled because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made; all agenda items were not acted upon.

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda with 18 items and four regular agenda items. Key decisions include a development agreement and final plat for the Compass Datacenters PHX II facility, a conditional use permit for a warehouse, a commercial wastewater fee schedule amendment, and a mural artist selection. The consent agenda also includes contracts for police, water, and traffic services.

• Development Agreement and Final Plat for Compass Datacenters PHX II at southwest corner of El Mirage Road and Peoria Avenue
• Conditional use permit for warehouse and outdoor storage on 9.42 acres at 9105 N El Mirage Road
• Resolution R26-08-17 amending commercial wastewater fee schedule for FY 2026/27
• Amendment No. 3 to IGA with City of Tolleson for Police and Fire Dispatch Services, not to exceed $1,599,800
• Contract EM26-TSM01 for Traffic Signal Maintenance with Power Tech Contracting, $55,020 annually for FY27-FY29

The El Mirage City Council approved a conditional use permit for a warehouse and outdoor storage at 9105 N El Mirage Road, authorized the purchase of 1,826 acre-feet of CAP water for $745,008, and approved a $1,599,800 dispatch services agreement with Tolleson. Several consent agenda items were pulled for discussion and approved individually, including traffic signal maintenance, school resource officers, speed radar trailers, animal control, and a Compass Datacenters development agreement. The council also adopted a commercial wastewater fee increase and selected artist Laura Thurbon for the 'Greetings from El Mirage' mural.

• Approved conditional use permit for warehouse at 9105 N El Mirage Rd (5-1)
• Authorized $745,008 for 1,826 acre-feet of CAP water (6-0)
• Approved $1,599,800 Tolleson dispatch IGA amendment (6-0)
• Approved $365,400 SRO IGA with Dysant USD (6-0)
• Approved $38,959.59 for two speed radar trailers (6-0)
• Approved $440,000 animal control IGA with Surprise (6-0)
• Approved Compass Datacenters PHX II development agreement (5-1)
• Adopted commercial wastewater fee increase (6-0)

City Council Work Session (5:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council is holding a work session with one substantive item: a presentation and discussion of the Parks Capital Improvement Plan by the Parks and Recreation department. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Parks Capital Improvement Plan presentation and discussion (Parks and Recreation)

The El Mirage City Council held a work session to discuss the five-year Parks Capital Improvement Plan. No projects were approved; instead, the council provided policy direction for future investments, including a Tier 2 approach for neighborhood playgrounds, higher investment for Gateway Park, expediting the Sundial IV project, and broader planning for Bill Gentry Park. The council also discussed a framework for evaluating projects, but did not formally adopt it.

• Directed Tier 2 investment approach for neighborhood playgrounds
• Directed higher investment level for Gateway Park as a community park
• Directed expediting Sundial IV project as reasonably possible
• Directed broader planning for Bill Gentry Park
• Supported moving forward with already planned and budgeted projects
• Continued planning for future improvements at Basin and Bill Gentry Parks

Planning and Zoning Cancellation Notice

The City of El Mirage Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; next regular meeting set for September 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Cancellation posted August 10, 2026 at City Hall and on city website

City Council Special Meeting (via Teams ONLY)

The City Council is holding a special virtual meeting to meet state requirements for canvassing election results. The body will consider and act on the adoption of the Primary Election results.

• Resolution No. R26-08-14 to declare and adopt results of the July 21, 2026 Primary Election

EM Youth Advisory Commission

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission will hear a presentation on a draft e-bike ordinance and discuss implementation of 2026-27 projects and initiatives. They will also consider approving meeting minutes from June 23, 2026, and select a branding sticker for the year's theme, "Young Voices, Big Impact." No ordinances will be adopted, as the commission is advisory.

• Presentation: Draft E-bike ordinance review
• Discussion: 2026-27 Projects / Initiatives implementation
• Consideration and action to select a branding sticker for the 2026-27 theme "Young Voices, Big Impact"
• Consideration and action to approve minutes of June 23, 2026 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a conditional use permit request. The commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the proposed use of 9.42 acres of vacant land.

• Public hearing for a warehouse and accessory outdoor storage conditional use permit at 9105 N El Mirage Road
• Approval of February 10, 2026, meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM) *NOTE: LOCATION CHANGE

The El Mirage City Council will consider consent items including a three-year agreement with Flock Group for an integrated public safety technology platform (drone as first responder, gunshot detection) and an amendment to the dispatch IGA with Tolleson costing up to $1,599,800. Regular agenda includes approval of FY2026–27 Community Partnership Grant Program awards, a contract for WRF Centrifuge Replacement ($1,217,409), and police equipment purchases. The council may also convene in executive session to discuss the Mountain States Pipe & Supply metering contract.

• Three-year agreement with Flock Group for public safety tech (drone as first responder, gunshot detection)
• Amendment No. 3 to dispatch IGA with Tolleson, cost not to exceed $1,599,800
• WRF Centrifuge Replacement contract with ASR Construction Group, $1,217,409
• Holiday Lighting and Decoration Services with Custom Holiday Creations, $40,000
• Police uniforms/equipment purchase from FX Tactical, $102,000

The El Mirage City Council approved a three-year agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for an integrated public safety technology platform, including drones, license plate readers, and gunshot detection, by a 6-1 vote with one abstention. The council also approved the FY2026-27 Community Partnership Grant Program awards (4-3), a $1.2 million wastewater centrifuge replacement, and several other contracts. A motion to table the dispatch services agreement with Tolleson passed, and a motion to table the grant program failed.

• Approved Flock Group three-year public safety tech agreement (6-1, Gentry abstained)
• Tabled IGA with Tolleson for police/fire dispatch to Aug 17, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved FY2026-27 Community Partnership Grant awards (4-3)
• Approved $1,217,409 contract for WRF Centrifuge Replacement (7-0)
• Approved $40,000 holiday lighting contract with Custom Holiday Creations (6-1)
• Approved $102,000 FX Tactical police equipment purchase agreement (7-0)
• Approved Public Works FY26/27 goods and services contracts (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4.1-4.3 (7-0)

EM Youth Advisory Commission

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission will hold a virtual meeting on June 23, 2026, to review and vote on the minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes discussions on branding, projects, budget tracking, and an e-bike ordinance draft, but no formal decisions are required on these items.

• Vote to approve minutes of May 26, 2026 meeting
• Select branding for 2026-27 theme "Young Voices, Big Impact"
• Discuss draft e-bike ordinance

The commission approved the consent agenda (5-0) and selected Option 8 as the branding for the 2026-27 theme 'Young Voices, Big Impact' (6-0). They also concurred with allocating $2,000 from the 2026/2027 budget for conference costs and start-up supplies, and discussed several future projects and initiatives without formal action.

• Approved consent agenda including May 26, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Selected Option 8 as FY2026-27 branding for 'Young Voices, Big Impact' (6-0)
• Concurred with allocating $2,000 for LACT Youth Day conference and start-up costs

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The City Council will consider consent items including approval of minutes, a cooperation agreement for HUD Community Development Block Grant funds, purchase of a cybersecurity appliance ($50,000), adoption of property tax levies for FY2026-27, and a multi-year budget software contract ($200,376.67). The regular agenda includes a contract for a shade structure at the Northwest Valley YMCA ($110,573.12) funded by a donation, and a pavement resurfacing contract in the Grand Avenue/Thunderbird Road neighborhood ($1,182,840). A presentation for the city's 75th anniversary will also be given, and public comment is open.

• Pavement resurfacing contract up to $1,182,840 in Grand Avenue/Thunderbird Road neighborhood
• Shade structure installation at Northwest Valley YMCA, $110,573.12 from Compass Datacenters donation
• Adoption of property tax levies for FY2026-27 via Ordinance O26-06-02
• Purchase of Darktrace AI-powered cybersecurity appliance, not to exceed $50,000
• Multi-year contract with ClearGov Inc. for budget software, up to $200,376.67

The council approved a $1,182,840 pavement resurfacing contract with Weems Asphalt for the neighborhood between Grand Avenue and Thunderbird Road, funded by the HURF fund. It also adopted Ordinance O26-06-02 setting the FY 2026-2027 property tax levies (5-2), approved a $50,000 cybersecurity appliance purchase, a $200,376.67 budget software contract, and a $110,573.12 YMCA shade structure project funded by a private donation. The consent agenda was approved except for items pulled for discussion, which were all approved separately.

• Approved $1,182,840 pavement resurfacing contract with Weems Asphalt (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O26-06-02 property tax levies for FY 2026-2027 (5-2)
• Approved $50,000 Darktrace cybersecurity appliance purchase (6-1)
• Authorized $200,376.67 ClearGov budget software contract (6-1)
• Approved $110,573.12 YMCA basketball court shade structure, donor-funded (5-2)
• Approved Resolution R26-06-12 for CDBG program participation (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda item 5.1 (minutes) (6-1)

Planning and Zoning Cancellation Notice

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 9, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for July 14, 2026, at 6:00 P.M.

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed expenditure estimates, then convene in a special meeting to adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget of $117,096,000. Under the consent agenda, the council will consider several items including traffic-calming improvements, a Microsoft Office subscription purchase, and an intergovernmental agreement for police mutual aid.

• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 budget of $117,096,000 (Resolution R26-06-11)
• Construction contract with Hawk Contracting, LLC for traffic-calming on El Mirage Road: $61,111 (Well to End St) and $127,062 (End St to Santa Fe Ln)
• Annual Microsoft Office 365 subscription with SHI, $102,506.94 via OMNIA Partners contract
• Accepting ~$100,000 from Tohono O'odham Nation 2026 revenue sharing for library Outdoor Learning Center
• Approval of West Valley Mobile Field Force Response Team (MFFRT) Intergovernmental Agreement through July 1, 2031

The El Mirage City Council adopted the FY 2026-2027 budget of $117,096,000 via Resolution R26-06-11 (4-3). The council also approved two construction contracts with Hawk Contracting, LLC for traffic-calming improvements on El Mirage Road: one for $61,111 between Well Street and End Street (5-2), and another for $127,062 between End Street and Santa Fe Lane, with a stipulation that city staff complete striping in-house (4-3).

• Adopted FY 2026-2027 budget of $117,096,000 via Resolution R26-06-11 (4-3)
• Approved $61,111 traffic-calming contract with Hawk Contracting for El Mirage Road between Well and End Streets (5-2)
• Approved $127,062 traffic-calming and striping contract with Hawk Contracting for El Mirage Road between End Street and Santa Fe Lane, with striping done in-house (4-3)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.1-5.4, 5.7, 5.8, including minutes, Tohono O'odham Nation grant request, Microsoft Office 365 purchase, jury services IGA, water easements, and police IGA (6-1)
• Proclaimed June 6, 2026, as 'Hartlie Day' in El Mirage

EM Youth Advisory Commission

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission will meet to decide on a theme for the 2026/2027 term and a theme for their booth at the Arizona League of Cities and Towns. The meeting includes a presentation from the Buckeye Youth Council and planning for the Arizona League of Arizona Cities and Towns Conference.

• Presentation by Lena Erickson of the Buckeye Youth Council
• Approval of 2026/2027 EMYAC Theme
• Approval of 2026 theme for the Arizona League of Cities and Towns EMYAC booth
• Planning for the Arizona League of Arizona Cities and Towns Conference
• Approval of April 28, 2026 meeting minutes

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission approved its 2026-27 theme, 'Young Voices, Big Impact,' and approved the consent agenda including April minutes. They discussed partnering with Buckeye on a West Valley Youth Summit and planning for the League of Arizona Cities and Towns conference booth, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved consent agenda including April 28, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted 'Young Voices, Big Impact' as 2026-27 theme (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council will vote on approving minutes, designating a Chief Fiscal Officer, updating public safety pension funding, and authorizing budget transfers and a vehicle purchase.

• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026
• Designation of Robert Weddigen as Chief Fiscal Officer for FY2027
• Approval of updated PSPRS funding policy for Police and Fire
• Authorization to purchase a 2026 Ford F150 for up to $92,320.52
• Authorization to make budget adjustments for FY 2026-2027

The El Mirage City Council approved the purchase of a replacement 2026 Ford F150 for the police department at a cost not to exceed $92,320.52, using contingency funds, with a 6-1 vote. The council also authorized the Finance Department to make necessary budget transfers for FY2025-2026 and budget adjustments for FY2026-2027, both passing 5-2. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, a chief fiscal officer designation, a PSPRS funding policy, and fire department physical exams, passed 6-1. The meeting included public comments regarding the death of Ashtin Evans, memorial vandalism, and concerns about budget transparency.

• Approved purchase of one replacement 2026 Ford F150 for police, not to exceed $92,320.52, using contingency funds (6-1)
• Authorized Finance Department to make FY2025-2026 fund transfers to comply with state law (5-2)
• Authorized Finance Department to make FY2026-2027 budget adjustments for carry-forward projects (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of May 5, 2026; Resolution R26-05-08 designating Robert Weddigen as Chief Fiscal Officer; updated PSPRS funding policy; fire department physical exams not to exceed $33,125 (6-1)
• Proclaimed May as Building Safety Month
• Recognized El Mirage 75th Anniversary/America's 250th Coloring Contest winners

Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board will meet to approve new membership applications for fire and police personnel. The board will also consider the ratification and reappointment of several board members.

• Reappointment of William Flohr to the Fire Local Board for a four-year term
• Ratification of Brandon Clark to the Police Local Board
• Ratification of Kevin Spoljarick to the Police Local Board
• Approval of new PSPRS membership applications for Fire personnel
• Approval of new PSPRS membership applications for Police personnel

Planning and Zoning Cancellation Notice

The May 12, 2026 regular meeting of the El Mirage Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on June 9, 2026. The cancellation notice was posted on May 4, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided

City Council Special Meeting (5:00PM)

The El Mirage City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: convening into executive session to receive legal advice and discuss the Mountain States Pipe & Supply metering system contract, including potential warranty claims, legal risks, and next steps. No public votes or other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4) to discuss the Mountain States Pipe & Supply metering system contract, warranty claims, legal risks, and provide direction to staff

The El Mirage City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously (7-0) to convene into executive session to receive legal advice and discuss the Mountain States Pipe & Supply metering system contract, including potential warranty claims and related risks. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:39 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The City Council will hold public hearings on a new liquor license at 12101 W Thunderbird Rd and on proposed fee changes for FY2026/27, then vote to adopt a tentative budget setting the maximum expenditure limit. Consent items include extending an agreement with Maricopa County Human Services for $30,000 and approving police participation in the West Valley Investigative Response team through 2031. Regular agenda also includes approving a $162,368 IT purchase and a $344,285 five-year police software contract.

• Public hearing and action on Resolution R26-05-09 setting miscellaneous fees and service charges for FY2026/27
• Public hearing and action on Resolution R26-05-10 adopting the tentative budget for FY2026-2027
• Consideration and action to approve five-year PowerDMS (NeoGov) agreement for police at $344,284.85
• Consideration and action to approve IT purchase from Technology Providers Inc. for $162,368.25
• Consideration and action to approve IGA for El Mirage Police to join West Valley Investigative Response (WVIRT) through July 1, 2031

The El Mirage City Council approved Resolution R26-05-09, setting miscellaneous fees and service charges for Fiscal Year 2026/27, and Resolution R26-05-10, adopting the tentative budget and maximum expenditure limit for FY 2026-2027. Both motions passed 4-3, with Councilmembers Eldridge, Gentry, and Norton-McDaniel voting no. The council also approved a $50,000 budget increase for the YMCA services agreement, a $162,368.25 purchase for council chambers technology, and a five-year PowerDMS software agreement.

• Approved Resolution R26-05-09 setting FY 2026/27 fees and service charges (4-3)
• Approved Resolution R26-05-10 adopting tentative FY 2026-2027 budget (4-3)
• Approved $50,000 budget increase for YMCA services agreement (7-0)
• Approved $162,368.25 purchase with Technology Providers Inc. for council chambers upgrades (7-0)
• Approved five-year PowerDMS (NeoGov) software agreement for $344,284.85 (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Discount Store at 12101 W Thunderbird Rd (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.3, including minutes and agreements (7-0)
• Pulled consent item 5.4 (WVIRT police agreement) for future consideration

EM Youth Advisory Commission

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially vote on appointing officers for the 2026-2027 term, establishing a work plan and theme, and appointing a representative to the 75th Anniversary Mural Project review panel. They will also plan for an Arizona League of Cities and Towns Youth Program booth. The meeting includes discussion-only items and staff comments, with no proposed ordinances or fiscal actions.

• Appointment of 2026-2027 commission officers
• Establish 2026-2027 work plan and theme
• Appoint representative for 75th Anniversary Mural Project review panel
• Plan for Arizona League of Cities and Towns Youth Program booth
• Upcoming events and important dates

The El Mirage Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting and unanimously appointed officers for 2026-2027. They also appointed a representative to the 75th Anniversary Mural Project review panel. Two agenda items were tabled: the 2026-2027 Work Plan and Theme, and planning for the Arizona League of Cities and Towns Youth Program booth.

• Appointed Gabrielle Rivero as Chairperson (8-0)
• Appointed Brennan Torres-Campbell as Vice Chairperson (8-0)
• Appointed Carmen Perez-Chavez as Secretary/Historian (8-0)
• Appointed Cindy Le as Treasurer (8-0)
• Appointed Chairperson Rivero to serve on the 75th Anniversary Mural Project review panel (8-0)
• Tabled 2026-2027 Work Plan and Theme until next meeting
• Tabled Arizona League of Cities and Towns Youth Program booth planning until next meeting

Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board- (CANCELLED)

This meeting of the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Fire and Police Local Retirement Boards has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no actions taken on any agenda items

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council will vote on a street naming policy, a contract for City Hall roof repairs, and a 5-year internet agreement. The meeting also includes the appointment of council members to a grant review committee.

• Approval of City Hall roof resealing contract not to exceed $39,874
• Adoption of STREET NAMING, RENAMING, AND CO-NAMING Policy
• 5-year agreement with Wyyerd fiber for city internet services
• Appointment of council members to El Mirage Community Grant Review Committee
• Acceptance of $3,000 grant for Police Department Click It or Ticket campaign

The El Mirage City Council approved several items, including appointing Mayor Hermosillo, Vice Mayor Parsons, and Councilmember Dorcey to the Community Grant Review Committee for FY2026-2027 (4-3), approving a 5-year internet service agreement with Wyyerd Fiber (6-1), entering into an intergovernmental agreement for fire apparatus sharing (7-0), and adopting a street naming policy (4-3). A contract for City Hall roof resealing was tabled until May 19, 2026. The meeting also included presentations, a proclamation, and public comments.

• Appointed Mayor Hermosillo, Vice Mayor Parsons, and Councilmember Dorcey to Community Grant Review Committee (4-3)
• Approved 5-year Wyyerd Fiber internet agreement (6-1)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for fire apparatus sharing (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R26-04-07 street naming policy (4-3)
• Tabled City Hall roof resealing contract until May 19, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1 and 6.3 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Cancellation Notice

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 12, 2026.

City Council Budget Work Session (9:30 AM)

The El Mirage City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the proposed annual budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27. This presentation will be led by the Administration.

• Review and discussion of Proposed Fiscal Year 2026/27 annual budget

The City Council held a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget, which includes a $47.5 million General Fund (6.45% increase) and no property tax rate increase. No formal votes were taken; the session was for discussion and feedback. The budget maintains core services, addresses personnel and operating costs, and includes a $200,000 riverbed clearing project and a $75,000 wash maintenance project. Next steps include adopting utility rates and the tentative budget on May 5, 2026.

• Reviewed proposed FY27 budget with $47.5M General Fund (no vote)
• Discussed $200K riverbed clearing and $75K wash maintenance proposal
• Noted playground equipment replacement moved to FY27
• Noted pavement management program increased from $7M to $10M
• Discussed adding 0.5 FTE and extra park ranger hours
• Discussed compensation study implementation at 7.6%
• Scheduled tentative budget adoption for May 5, 2026
• Scheduled final budget adoption for May 19, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The City Council will vote on several contracts, grant applications, and a new community partnership grant program. The body is also considering amendments to the city code regarding fireworks and development impact fees.

• Contract for CORE Construction to complete CIP 62009 at El Mirage City Court not to exceed $735,999
• Request for FY2027 Court Security Improvements Grant of approximately $45,000
• Purchase of annual hosting services from Itron for remote meter system for $30,494.18
• Request for FY2027 Festival Grant from Arizona Commission on the Arts up to $5,000
• Proposed amendment to §95.02 (Fireworks) of the El Mirage City Code

The council approved a $735,999 contract with CORE Construction for court facility improvements (4-2), adopted a new Community Partnership Grant Program (5-1), and amended the fireworks ordinance to restrict use after 1 a.m. and increase fines. A motion to initiate a development impact fee study failed (2-4). The council also approved the consent agenda (5-1), the Itron meter hosting purchase (6-0), and the firefighter MOU (6-0).

• Approved $735,999 CORE Construction contract for court CIP 62009 (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution R26-04-03 establishing Community Partnership Grant Program (5-1)
• Amended fireworks code §95.02 to ban use after 1 a.m., increase fine to $2,000 (6-0)
• Motion to initiate development impact fee study failed (2-4)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.3, 5.5-5.7 (5-1)
• Approved $30,494.18 Itron hosting services for remote meter system (6-0)
• Approved R26-04-04 firefighter MOU for 2026-2029 (6-0)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Parsons and Councilmember Eldridge to CDAC (5-1)

City Council 75th Anniversary Work Session (5:00 PM)

The El Mirage City Council will hold a work session to review plans for the 75th Anniversary Parade. The meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• 75th Anniversary Parade Plan Update
• Roll Call
• Call to Order
• Work Session Presentation
• Adjournment

The City Council held a work session and received a presentation on the 75th Anniversary Parade Plan. The parade is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., along Thunderbird Avenue, with estimated costs of $15,000 for barricades and $3,000 for security. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion only.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; work session only

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM) - (CANCELLED)

The City Council regular meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 7, 2026.

City Council Regular Meeting (6:00 PM)

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a five-year Capital Improvements Plan and various public works contracts. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a wireless communication facility permit.

• Pavement maintenance contract with M.R. Tanner not to exceed $717,047.80
• Traffic-calming improvements on El Mirage Road between End Street and Santa Fe Lane for $145,350
• Public hearing for a wireless communication facility conditional use permit at 10075 N El Mirage Road
• Purchase of three replacement pumps for Grand Village lift station not to exceed $65,883.44
• Adoption of the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2027 through 2031

The council rejected a $145,350 contract for traffic-calming improvements on El Mirage Road after a motion to table failed. It approved a conditional use permit for a Verizon wireless tower, adopted a notice of intent to change fees (including water/wastewater increases), and adopted the 2027-2031 Capital Improvements Plan. Several other contracts and purchases were approved, including pavement maintenance and lift station pumps.

• Rejected DBA Construction traffic-calming contract for $145,350 (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for wireless facility at 10075 N El Mirage Road (7-0)
• Adopted notice of intent to change fees (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution R26-03-02 Capital Improvements Plan FY2027-2031 (5-2)
• Rejected KEAR Civil proposal for Thompson Ranch Well Site work (7-0)
• Approved $65,883.44 purchase of three lift station pumps from Arrowhead Pump and Supply (7-0)
• Approved $717,047.80 pavement maintenance contract with M.R. Tanner (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4.1-4.5 (6-1)

City Council Special Meeting (9:00 AM)

The El Mirage City Council will meet to consider and take action on a Development Impact Fee Report from Tischler Bise. The council will also review a City Employee Compensation Study.

• Action to accept Development Impact Fee Report by Tischler Bise
• Review of City Employee Compensation Study

The El Mirage City Council accepted the Tischler Bise Development Impact Fee Report and voted 5-2 to conclude the evaluation, declining to proceed with the statutory adoption process (Option 1). Instead, the council will continue funding capital needs through traditional means such as the General Fund, grants, and developer-provided infrastructure. The council also discussed a compensation study showing the city pays 12% below market on average, but took no formal vote on implementation.

• Accepted Development Impact Fee Report and concluded evaluation (5-2; NAYS: Norton-McDaniel, Gentry)
• Declined to proceed with statutory adoption of development impact fees; will use traditional capital funding methods
• Discussed compensation study showing city 12% below market; no formal action taken