Gila Bend public meetings in 2021

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including approving minutes and ratifying claims totaling $187,658.45. New business includes discussing strategies to mitigate employee turnover and possibly approving a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports. The meeting may include an executive session for the employee turnover discussion.

• Ratify claims of $157,465.78 and approve claims of $30,192.67 for November 18 – December 7, 2021
• Discussion on employee turnover mitigation strategies
• Possible approval of facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports

The Gila Bend Town Council approved several items, including a $500,000 grant application for a new ambulance and EMS training, a $47,000 design and engineering contract for street reconstruction, and a $30,000 purchase of a breathing apparatus compressor. The council also ratified a $22,000 FAA stimulus application, accepted a $65,000 grant from the Tohono O'odham Nation, and elected to participate in the Janssen opioid settlement. Employee turnover was discussed but deferred to a future work session.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $187,658.45 (6-0)
• Approved Omega Motor Sports facilities use agreement for Dec 18-19 (6-0)
• Ratified FAA American Rescue Plan stimulus application for $22,000 (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 Assistance to Fire Fighters grant application for ambulance and EMS training (6-0)
• Accepted $65,000 Tohono O'odham Nation grant for fire department equipment (6-0)
• Awarded $47,000 design and engineering contract to Rick Engineering for CDBG project (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 SCBA compressor purchase with bidding waiver (6-0)
• Elected to participate in Janssen opioid settlement (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a regular meeting on December 14, 2021, approving consent agenda items and several new business items. Actions included ratifying claims, approving a facilities use agreement, and accepting grant funds for the fire department. The council also awarded a design contract for street reconstruction and approved an opioid settlement participation agreement.

• Approved claims totaling $187,658.45 for November 18 – December 7, 2021
• Approved $500,000 grant application to Assistance to Fire Fighters for new ambulance and EMS training
• Accepted $65,000 Grant-in-aid from Tohono O'odham Nation for fire department equipment
• Awarded $47,000 design contract to Rick Engineering for Norma and Johnny Streets reconstruction
• Approved $30,000 SCBA compressor purchase, waiving bidding requirements

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 23, 2021, to consider several action items, including approving a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant funds, accepting a $95,823 grant from the Area Agency on Aging for COVID-related expenses, and canceling the December 28, 2021 meeting. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $130,317.28. The agenda also includes reports from the Sheriff's Office, Fire Chief, and Town Manager, as well as a call to the public.

• Resolution 21-07 authorizing application for Community Development Block Grant funds
• Acceptance of $95,823 Area Agency on Aging grant for COVID expenses
• Cancellation of December 28, 2021 regular Council meeting
• Payment of claims: $88,098.01 ratification and $42,219.27 approval
• Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved a $49,785 proposal by Motley Design Group LLC to prepare a Heritage Redevelopment Plan for Block 14. The council also approved a consent agenda including $82,695.48 in ratified claims and $71,440.35 in new claims, a contractor services agreement with Eric Fitzer, holiday parade road closures, and a $36,000 Genie Z-45 boom lift purchase with waived bidding. Council Member Jennifer Franks was absent.

• Approved consent agenda including October 26, 2021 minutes, $82,695.48 in ratified claims, and $71,440.35 in new claims (6-0)
• Approved Contractor Services Agreement with Eric Fitzer for Community and Economic Development Services FY2021-2022 (6-0)
• Approved Annual Holiday Light Parade road closures as presented (6-0)
• Approved Motley Design Group LLC proposal for Heritage Redevelopment Plan for Block 14, not to exceed $49,785.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Genie Z-45 Articulating Boom Lift, not to exceed $36,000, and waived bidding requirements (6-0)
• Adjourned at 6:24 pm (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $130,317.28, and took action on new business: authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application, accepting a $95,823 Area Agency on Aging grant for COVID expenses, and canceling the December 28, 2021 regular meeting. Reports were given by MCSO, the fire chief, and town manager, with no action taken on those items.

• Approved Resolution 21-07 authorizing CDBG applications to Maricopa County
• Accepted $95,823 Area Agency on Aging grant for COVID-related expenses
• Approved claims: $88,098.01 ratified and $42,219.27 approved
• Cancelled December 28, 2021 regular Council meeting
• Council member requested Code Enforcement on future agenda

Council Meeting Agendas

This is a work session only; the Council cannot take action on any agenda items. The sole discussion topic is public safety, to be addressed with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and Paloma Security. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion with Maricopa County Sheriff's Office on public safety
• Discussion with Paloma Security on public safety

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 9, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes a public hearing for comments on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project submission for FY2022/2023, and new business items including a contractor services agreement with Eric Fitzer for community and economic development services, and authorization of road closures for the Annual Holiday Light Parade. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $154,135.83.

• Public hearing for CDBG project submission FY2022/2023
• Contractor Services Agreement with Eric Fitzer for Community and Economic Development Services FY2021-2022
• Authorize road closures for Annual Holiday Light Parade
• Ratify claims $82,695.48 and approve claims $71,440.35 for Oct 21-Nov 2, 2021
• Approval of October 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved a $49,785 proposal from Motley Design Group LLC to prepare a Heritage Redevelopment Plan for Block 14, despite discussion about relocating the Old School/Church. The council also approved a contractor services agreement with Eric Fitzer for community and economic development, road closures for the Annual Holiday Light Parade, and the purchase of a Genie Z-45 boom lift for up to $36,000 with waived bidding. The consent agenda, including claims totaling $154,135.83, was approved 6-0. Council Member Jennifer Franks was absent.

• Approved $49,785 Heritage Redevelopment Plan for Block 14 (6-0)
• Approved contractor services agreement with Eric Fitzer (6-0)
• Approved Holiday Light Parade road closures (6-0)
• Approved Genie Z-45 boom lift purchase up to $36,000, waived bidding (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $82,695.48 and $71,440.35 (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a regular meeting on November 9, 2021, approving consent agenda items, a contractor services agreement, road closures for the holiday parade, a heritage redevelopment plan, and a boom lift purchase. A public hearing was held for a Community Development Block Grant application for water and sewer line replacement. The meeting also included reports from the town manager and council members.

• Approved claims totaling $154,135.93 for October 21–November 2, 2021
• Approved $49,785 contract with Motley Design Group for Heritage Redevelopment Plan for Block 14
• Approved purchase of Genie Z-45 Articulating Boom Lift for up to $36,000, waiving bidding requirements
• Approved road closures for Annual Holiday Light Parade
• Public hearing on CDBG application for water and sewer line replacement

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will meet to approve minutes and claims, and discuss two new business items: releasing a call for bids for sewer line repairs on Papago Street and approving a grant application to the Area Agency on Aging for COVID-related expenses. Reports from MCSO, Fire Chief, and others are informational only.

• Ratify claims of $75,617.76 and approve claims of $23,334.01 for Oct 8-20, 2021
• Call for Bid for repair/upgrades to Town Sewer Line on Papago Street at Sand Tank and Bender washes
• Grant application to Area Agency on Aging for $95,823.00 for COVID related expenses
• Approval of October 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved the release of a call for bids for sewer line repairs on Papago Street and approved a $95,823 grant application to the Area Agency on Aging for COVID-related expenses. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and claims totaling $98,951.77, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were informational only.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $98,951.77 (7-0)
• Approved release of call for bid for sewer line repairs on Papago Street (7-0)
• Approved submission of $95,823 grant application to Area Agency on Aging for COVID expenses (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met and approved a consent agenda, a call for bids for sewer line repairs on Papago Street, and a grant application to the Area Agency on Aging for COVID-related expenses. Reports were given by the sheriff, fire chief, and town manager, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved claims totaling $98,951.77 for October 8-20, 2021
• Approved call for bid for sewer line repair/upgrades on Papago Street at Sand Tank and Bender washes
• Approved Area Agency on Aging grant application for $95,823.00 for COVID expenses
• Fire Chief reported 76 calls in September and a grant from Tohono O'Odham Nation
• Town Manager noted CDBG application due in December for waterline replacement, public hearing Nov 9

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will meet to consider approving two facilities use agreements for the Gila Bend Municipal Airport, one with Omega Motor Sports for October 23, 2021, and one with USRA Race of Champions for October 13-17, 2021. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and ratification/approval of claims totaling $178,159.33. The meeting also includes reports from the mayor, council members, town manager, Paloma Security, and Chamber of Commerce, plus a call to the public.

• Facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for Gila Bend Municipal Airport on October 23, 2021
• Facilities use agreement with USRA Race of Champions for Gila Bend Municipal Airport October 13-17, 2021
• Ratify claims of $100,579.78 and approve claims of $77,579.55 for September 24-October 7, 2021
• Approval of September 28, 2021 council meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved two facilities use agreements for events at the municipal airport: one with Omega Motor Sports for October 23, 2021, and one with USRA Race of Champions for October 13-17, 2021. The USRA agreement passed 5-1, with Council Member Clyde Kreeger voting against after asking about fees and attendance tracking. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and claims totaling $178,159.33, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims ($100,579.78 ratified, $77,579.55 approved) (6-0)
• Approved facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for airport use on Oct 23, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved facilities use agreement with USRA Race of Champions for airport use Oct 13-17, 2021 (5-1)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on September 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The council will consider consent agenda items including meeting minutes and claims payments, then take up new business involving community development block grant resolutions, an animal control code amendment, and a special event alcohol permit for the Gila Bend Shrimp Fest.

• Ratify claims of $95,533.38 and approve claims of $14,528.61 for September 10-23, 2021
• Resolution 21-07 authorizing application to Maricopa County Community Development Block Grant for Community Center Coronavirus Preparedness Project
• Ratify Amendment #1 to IGA CDBG21GB increasing funding by $125,800
• Approve Amendment #2 to IGA CDBG21GB increasing funding by $168,869.00
• Request to amend Town Code Chapter 96: Animal Control; special event alcohol permit for Gila Bend Shrimp Fest on November 6, 2021

The Gila Bend Town Council approved two amendments increasing Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for flood recovery and infrastructure projects, and authorized a CDBG application for a community center coronavirus preparedness project. The council also tabled a request to amend the animal control code regarding poultry, and approved a special event alcohol permit for the Gila Bend Shrimp Fest.

• Approved Resolution 21-07 authorizing CDBG application for Community Center Coronavirus Preparedness Project (5-0)
• Ratified Amendment #1 to IGA CDBG21GB increasing funding by $125,800 for temporary housing for flood victims (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #2 to IGA CDBG21GB increasing funding by $168,869 for Norma and Johnny Streets project (5-0)
• Tabled request to amend Town Code Chapter 96: Animal Control regarding poultry (5-0)
• Approved submission of special event alcohol permit for Gila Bend Shrimp Fest on November 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 14 and 20 meeting minutes and claims totaling $110,061.99 (5-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a special meeting and approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Maricopa County Flood District for the Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project. The meeting was brief, with only this single action item on the agenda.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Flood District for Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Maricopa County Flood District for the Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Flood District for Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project

The Gila Bend Town Council held a special meeting on September 21, 2021, and took action on one item. Council unanimously approved an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Maricopa County Flood District for the Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project. The motion passed 6-0, with Council Member Fernando Fernandez absent. The meeting was adjourned at 5:02 pm.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Flood District for Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:02 pm (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved two site plan amendments allowing Arizona Public Service to add battery storage to existing solar fields, authorized calls for bids on two CDBG-funded construction projects, and approved a resolution designating an emergency management filing agent. The council also heard public comments opposing a proposed egg-laying farm, and entered executive session for legal advice on a potential intergovernmental agreement.

• Approved SPA 21.01: battery storage at 46701 S Old Hwy 80
• Approved SPA 21.02: battery storage at 32700 W Powerline Rd
• Approved claims totaling $474,651.19
• Authorized call for bids for Booster Station Upgrades and Norma and Johnny Streets Re-Construction (CDBG projects)
• Approved road closures for Gila Bend High School Homecoming Parade on Sept 24, 2021

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider entering an executive session to seek legal advice from the Town Attorney regarding a potential Intergovernmental Agreement. The agenda contains only this one addendum item, which is procedural in nature.

• Executive session under A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice on a potential Intergovernmental Agreement

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving two site plan amendments from Arizona Public Service to add battery storage to existing solar fields. The council will also vote on consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and claims payments, and discuss several new business items such as resolutions, bids for construction projects, and road closures for a homecoming parade.

• Site Plan Amendment SPA 21.01: APS battery storage at 46701 S Old Hwy 80
• Site Plan Amendment SPA 21.02: APS battery storage at 32700 W Powerline Rd
• Ratify claims of $421,116.66 and approve claims of $53,534.53
• Authorize call for bids for Booster Station Upgrades (CDBG project)
• Authorize call for bids for Norma and Johnny Streets Re-Construction (CDBG project)

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved two site plan amendments (SPA 21.01 and SPA 21.02) allowing Arizona Public Service to add battery storage to existing solar fields at 46701 S Old Hwy 80 and 32700 W Powerline Road. The council also approved the consent agenda, Resolution 21-06 designating an Emergency Management Filing Agent, authorized calls for bids for booster station upgrades and street reconstruction, and approved road closures for the homecoming parade. All votes were 6-0, with Council Member Fernando Fernandez absent.

• Approved SPA 21.01 for APS battery storage at 46701 S Old Hwy 80 (6-0)
• Approved SPA 21.02 for APS battery storage at 32700 W Powerline Road (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $474,651.19 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-06 designating an Emergency Management Filing Agent (6-0)
• Authorized release of Call for Bid for Booster Station Upgrades (6-0)
• Authorized release of Call for Bid for Norma and Johnny Streets Re-Construction Project (6-0)
• Approved road closures for Gila Bend High School Homecoming Parade on Sept 24, 2021 (6-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on potential IGA (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Agendas

The Gila Bend Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approving two site plan amendments from Arizona Public Service to add battery storage to existing solar fields at 46701 S Old Hwy 80 and 32700 W Powerline Road. The commission may take action on the first site plan amendment. The agenda also includes approval of the April 9, 2020 meeting minutes and a call to the public.

• Public hearing on SPA 21.01: APS battery storage at 46701 S Old Hwy 80
• Public hearing on SPA 21.02: APS battery storage at 32700 W Powerline Road
• Discussion and possible action on SPA 21.01
• Approval of April 9, 2020 meeting minutes

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a resolution amending the town's Human Resource Policy regarding donated time between employees, a mutual aid agreement with the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network (AZ WARN), and the August 14, 2021 weather event that caused a State of Emergency. The meeting also includes a proclamation of appreciation for the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.

• Proclamation of Appreciation for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors
• Resolution 21-05 amending Town of Gila Bend Human Resource Policy on donated time between employees
• Mutual aid agreement with Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network (AZ WARN)
• Discussion of August 14, 2021 weather event and State of Emergency

The Gila Bend Town Council held a special meeting on August 19, 2021, and approved two items unanimously (5-0): Resolution 21-05 amending the Town's Human Resource Policy regarding donated time between employees, and a mutual aid agreement with the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network (AZ WARN). The council also heard detailed reports on the August 14 flood event and a state of emergency, and presented a proclamation of appreciation to Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman.

• Approved Resolution 21-05 amending Human Resource Policy on donated time between employees (5-0)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network (AZ WARN) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:49 pm (5-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider adopting an ordinance to extend town limits by annexing contiguous territory, ratify acceptance of $701,358.29 in Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds, and decide whether to amend the town code to allow direct election of the mayor. They will also vote on repealing a resolution that suspended mayor and council compensation, and approve consent agenda items including meeting minutes and claims payments.

• Ordinance 21-06 to extend and increase corporate limits of Gila Bend via annexation
• Ratification of $701,358.29 award from Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund Non-Entitlement Units
• Possible amendment to Town Code Title III Chapter 31 Section 31.025 to allow direct election of Mayor
• Repeal of Resolution 20-02 suspending Mayor and Council compensation
• Ratify claims of $65,263.91 and approve claims of $62,098.57 for July 8-21, 2021

The Gila Bend Town Council adopted Ordinance 21-06 to extend town limits by annexing contiguous territory (7-0), ratified acceptance of $701,358.29 in Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund Non-Entitlement Units (7-0), and repealed Resolution 20-02 to reinstate Mayor and Council compensation effective July 2021 with a right to refuse (7-0). The council also approved the consent agenda (6-1) and scheduled a work session to discuss direct election of the Mayor.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-06 extending town limits (7-0)
• Ratified acceptance of $701,358.29 from Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund (7-0)
• Repealed Resolution 20-02, reinstating Mayor and Council compensation with right to refuse (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $127,362.48 (6-1)
• Scheduled work session to discuss direct election of Mayor (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council took several actions at its July 27, 2021 meeting, including adopting an ordinance to extend town limits, ratifying acceptance of federal COVID-19 recovery funds, and repealing a resolution that had suspended council compensation. The council also approved the consent agenda and heard reports from the sheriff's office, mayor, and town manager.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-06 extending town limits (7-0)
• Ratified acceptance of $701,358.29 from Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Fund (7-0)
• Repealed Resolution 20-02 suspending mayor and council compensation, effective July 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $127,362.48 (6-1)
• Approved motion to hold a work session on direct election of mayor (7-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to receive comment on a proposed annexation of approximately 97 acres north of town limits, referred to as the Shrimp Farm. No other business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed annexation of ~97 acres north of Gila Bend town limits (Shrimp Farm)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 21.05, which sets the property tax levy for the general fund for fiscal year 2021-2022. The council will also vote on renewing the Greater Phoenix Economic Council contract and releasing a request for proposals for a Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and ratifying claims totaling $393,205.73.

• Ordinance 21.05: property tax levy for FY 2021-2022
• Contract renewal with Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC)
• Release of RFP for Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan
• Ratify claims $90,899.88 and approve claims $302,305.85
• Approval of June 29, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including June 29 meeting minutes and claims totaling $393,205.73. They adopted Ordinance 21.05, levying a property tax for FY 2021-2022, and approved the FY 2021-2022 contract with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. The council also approved releasing a Request for Proposal for a Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan, funded by the First Baptist Church.

• Approved consent agenda including June 29, 2021 minutes and claims totaling $393,205.73 (ratified $90,899.88, approved $302,305.85).
• Adopted Ordinance 21.05, levying property tax for FY 2021-2022.
• Approved FY 2021-2022 contract with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC).
• Approved release of a Request for Proposal for a Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan.

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met and approved a consent agenda including meeting minutes and claims payments, adopted Ordinance 21.05 levying property taxes for FY2022, renewed the GPEC contract, and approved releasing an RFP for a Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan. The meeting also included reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager, plus public comments.

• Adopted Ordinance 21.05 levying property taxes for FY2022
• Approved claims totaling $393,205.73 (ratified $90,899.88, approved $302,305.85)
• Approved FY2021-2022 contract renewal with Greater Phoenix Economic Council
• Approved release of RFP for Heritage Tourism Redevelopment Plan
• Public comment on Sonoran Desert RV Park economic impact, direct election of mayor, council stipend, and proposed egg ranch

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 21/22 final budget and property tax levy, then vote on adopting the budget via Resolution 21-04. The council will also consider several contracts and agreements, including a $200,000 First Things First contract, and appoint a town magistrate.

• Public hearing on FY 21/22 budget and property tax levy
• Resolution 21-04 adopting FY 2021/2022 budget
• Ratify claims totaling $63,436.21 for June 4-24, 2021
• Approve $200,000 contract with First Things First
• Approve contractor agreements for website, water/wastewater, airport, security, and mutual aid

The Gila Bend Town Council adopted the FY 2021/2022 budget via Resolution 21-04 and approved several contracts, including a $200,000 agreement with First Things First, a $10,000 MOU with the Chamber of Commerce, and various service agreements. The council also appointed JB Getzwiller as Town Magistrate and approved a mutual aid agreement with the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field Fire Department. All votes were unanimous except for a few noted abstentions and one opposing vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21-04 for FY 2021/2022 budget (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $63,436.21 (7-0)
• Appointed JB Getzwiller as Town Magistrate (6-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Approved $200,000 contract with First Things First (7-0)
• Approved contractor services with Summer Wierth for website/marketing (6-1)
• Approved contractor services with Kevin Larson for water/wastewater (6-0-1, Sipes abstained)
• Approved contractor services with Corey Drury for airport services (6-1)
• Approved $10,000 MOU with Gila Bend Chamber of Commerce (6-1)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a public hearing and adopted the FY 2021/2022 budget and property tax levy, then approved a series of contracts and agreements. They appointed a town magistrate, approved a $200,000 contract with First Things First, and authorized several contractor services agreements. The council also approved a mutual aid agreement with the Air Force Auxiliary Field Fire Department and a security services agreement, and authorized road closures for the 4th of July celebration.

• Adopted Resolution 21-04 adopting the FY 2021/2022 budget
• Approved payment of claims totaling $63,436.21
• Appointed JB Getzwiller as Town Magistrate
• Approved FY 21-22 contract with First Things First for $200,000
• Approved MOU with Gila Bend Chamber of Commerce, amended to $10,000

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Final Budget. This is discussion only, and the Council cannot take action on the budget at this meeting. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Final Budget (discussion only, no action)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda including meeting minutes and claims totaling $83,938.99, adopted Ordinance 21-04 amending the noise code, and adopted the tentative FY 2021-2022 budget. They also approved contracts and agreements with the Area Agency on Aging, a grant application for the fire department, and a water truck purchase. The meeting was routine with no public comment.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-04 amending Town Code Section 130.04 (Noise)
• Adopted tentative FY 2021-2022 budget
• Approved FY 2021-2022 Area Agency on Aging contract for $74,504
• Approved Tohono O'odham Nation grant application for $65,000 for fire dept. equipment
• Authorized water truck purchase up to $50,000, waiving bidding requirements

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 21-04 amending the noise code, adopting the tentative FY2021-2022 budget, and approving several contracts and purchases, including a water truck and grants for the fire department. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for minutes and claims payments.

• Ordinance 21-04 amending Town Code Section 130.04 (Noise)
• Adopt tentative FY2021-2022 expenditure limitation budget
• Approve FY2021-2022 Area Agency on Aging contract for $74,504
• Approve grant application to Tohono O'odham Nation for $65,000 for fire dept. equipment
• Authorize water truck purchase up to $50,000, waiving bidding requirements

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 tentative budget, adopted a noise ordinance amendment, and approved several contracts and purchases, including a water truck and fire department grant application. All votes were 6-0 with Council Member Tommy Sikes absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-04 amending Town Code Section 130.04 Noise (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 Tentative Budget (6-0)
• Moved June 22, 2021 Council meeting to June 29, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Amendment #2 to Area Agency on Aging contract adding $2,065 for congregate meals (6-0)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 Area Agency on Aging contract for $74,504.00 (6-0)
• Approved vehicle lease agreement with Area Agency on Aging for two vehicles at $2.00 (6-0)
• Approved submission of $65,000 grant application to Tohono O'odham Nation for fire department equipment (6-0)
• Authorized water truck purchase up to $50,000 and waived bidding requirements (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. No formal action will be taken, as the agenda is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Budget

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Budget. This is a discussion-only item; no formal action will be taken. The meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Conference Room.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 Proposed Budget (discussion only, no action)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is meeting to discuss the proposed FY2021-2022 budget and consider a $70,000 contract amendment with Maricopa County for the Community Action Program. The council will also hear a presentation on APS summer preparedness and discuss code enforcement with a sheriff's captain. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and ratifying claims totaling about $88,115.

• Contract amendment with Maricopa County Human Services for Community Action Program, $70,000 for FY2021-2022
• Payment of claims: ratify $33,053.34 and approve $55,062.08 for May 7-20, 2021
• Discussion on enforcement of town, county, and state codes related to noise, trespassing, loitering, panhandling, and littering
• APS Summer Preparedness presentation
• Discussion of FY2021-2022 proposed budget

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved a $70,000 contract amendment with Maricopa County Human Services for the Community Action Program for FY 2021-2022. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and claims totaling $88,115.42. A work session on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget was postponed to May 27.

• Approved Maricopa County Human Services Contract Amendment for FY 2021-2022 ($70,000) (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 11 minutes and claims totaling $88,115.42 (7-0)
• Postponed FY 2021-2022 budget work session to May 27 at 6:00 pm (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a regular meeting on May 11, 2021, approving consent agenda items and taking action on several new business items. They amended the town code to address noise complaints, adopted Ordinance 21-03 updating the code, passed Resolution 21-03 designating the Chief Fiscal Officer, and authorized a special fund transfer. The meeting also included reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager on community events and federal funds.

• Amended Town Code Chapter 130 Section 130.04 to add residences, remove Chief of Police, set quiet hours (Sun-Thu 10pm, Fri-Sat midnight), and require special event permits for extended noise
• Adopted Ordinance 21-03, a supplement to the Code of Ordinances
• Passed Resolution 21-03 designating the Chief Fiscal Officer for the FY2021 Expenditure Limitation Report
• Authorized transfer of Special Fund (Panda Funds) from Wells Fargo to Arizona LGIP
• Approved claims totaling $151,386.98 for April 23-May 6, 2021

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes consent items (approval of minutes and payment of claims), new business on noise complaints, a code update ordinance, a resolution designating the Chief Fiscal Officer, and a special fund transfer. Public comments can be submitted by email, phone, or mail.

• Approval of April 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Ratify claims of $3,683.82 and approve claims of $147,703.18 for April 23–May 6, 2021
• Discussion on noise/disturbing the peace complaints and Town Code
• Adoption of Ordinance 21-03 (Town Code update)
• Transfer of Special Fund (Panda Funds) from Wells Fargo to Arizona LGIP

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved amendments to Town Code Chapter 130 Section 130.04, adding residences to noise regulations, removing the Chief of Police reference, and setting quiet hours (10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, midnight Friday-Saturday) with a special event permit option. The council also adopted Ordinance 21-03 (code supplement) and Resolution 21-03 (designating Chief Fiscal Officer), and authorized transferring the Special Fund (Panda Funds) from Wells Fargo to the State LGIP. All votes were 6-0, with Council Member Fernandez absent.

• Approved consent agenda including April 27 minutes and claims totaling $151,386.00 (6-0)
• Amended Town Code Chapter 130 Section 130.04 to add residences, remove Chief of Police, set quiet hours (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-03 supplement to Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-03 designating Chief Fiscal Officer for FY2021 Expenditure Limitation Report (6-0)
• Authorized transfer of Special Fund (Panda Funds) from Wells Fargo to State LGIP (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving a contract amendment with Maricopa County Animal Control, ratify and approve claims totaling $91,949.27, and vote on a special event alcohol permit for the Cinco De Mayo event. They will also discuss donation requests from local school classes and hear reports from the Sheriff's Office, council members, and the town manager.

• Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment: $7,971.00 for FY 2021-2022
• Ratify claims: $37,413.55; approve claims: $54,535.72
• Special event alcohol permit for Cinco De Mayo on May 1, 2021
• Donation request from Gila Bend High School Senior Class for class trip
• Donation request from Gila Bend Jr. High 8th Grade Class for trip and promotion

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a $7,971 amendment to the Maricopa County Animal Control contract for fiscal year 2021-2022, after hearing a report on animal control calls. The council also approved a special event alcohol permit for the Cinco de Mayo event, and approved donations to the high school senior class ($500) and the 8th grade class ($250). The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and claims totaling $91,949.27, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $91,949.27 (7-0)
• Approved Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment for $7,971 (7-0)
• Approved special event alcohol permit for Cinco de Mayo event (7-0)
• Approved $500 donation to Gila Bend High School Senior Class (7-0)
• Approved $250 donation to Gila Bend Jr. High School 8th Grade Class (6-1)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved several items, including a Maricopa County Animal Control contract amendment, a special event alcohol permit for Cinco de Mayo, and donations to local school classes. The meeting also included reports from the Sheriff's Office, Mayor, and Town Manager on community events and ongoing projects.

• Approved Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment for $7,971 for FY 2021-2022
• Approved special event alcohol permit for Cinco de Mayo event on May 1, 2021
• Approved $500 donation to Gila Bend High School Senior Class
• Approved $250 donation to Gila Bend Jr. High School 8th Grade Class
• Ratified claims of $37,413.55 and approved claims of $54,535.72

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea LLC for 72.06 acres, adopted a tax code amendment, approved a street pavement bid, and accepted the FY 2019-2020 audit. The animal control contract amendment was tabled. The meeting also included routine consent agenda items and reports.

• Pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea LLC for 72.06 acres near Historic Route 80 (Shrimp Farm)
• Ordinance 21-02 adopting 2012-2014 Tax Code Amendments
• Street pavement maintenance bid to Cactus Asphalt not to exceed $230,000 for Hunt Street and Logan Avenue
• Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment ($7,971) tabled
• Approved claims totaling $164,243.36 for March 19-April 8, 2021

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes approval of minutes, payment of claims, and a new business item: a pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea, LLC for annexing approximately 72.06 acres near Historic Route 80. The meeting is open to the public and live-streamed on Facebook.

• Pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea, LLC for 72.06 acres on Historic Route 80 (Shrimp Farm)
• Ratify claims of $43,954.98 and approve claims of $120,288.38 for March 19–April 8, 2021
• Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved a pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea, LLC for about 72 acres near Historic Route 80, adopted tax code amendments, and awarded a street maintenance bid. The animal control contract was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved pre-annexation agreement with Royal Caridea, LLC for 72.06 acres (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-02 adopting 2012-2014 Tax Code Amendments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-02 declaring tax code amendments a public record (7-0)
• Tabled Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment ($7,971) (7-0)
• Approved street pavement maintenance bid to Cactus Asphalt, not to exceed $230,000 (7-0)
• Approved FY 2019-2020 Independent Audit Report and Financial Report (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $164,243.36 (7-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on March 23, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes consent items (approval of minutes and claims payments) and new business: a letter of intent for up to $750,000 in Army Corps funding, employee health insurance renewal with Kairos Health Arizona, and a donation request from the high school junior class. The meeting is open to the public with COVID-19 protocols and live streaming.

• Letter of Intent to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Section 595 Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Program funding up to $750,000
• Ratify claims of $6,469.86 and approve claims of $60,016.03 for March 4-18, 2021
• Annual renewal of employee health insurance with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. starting July 1, 2021
• Donation request from Gila Bend High School Junior Class for Lock-in Event supplies
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council declared a state of emergency effective immediately, citing the town's lack of resources to handle migrant drops. The council also approved a letter of intent for up to $750,000 in federal funding, renewed employee insurance with Kairos Health Arizona, and approved a $500 donation to the high school junior class. All votes were unanimous, with Vice-Mayor Turner abstaining on the insurance item.

• Declared a state of emergency effective immediately due to the border crisis and migrant drops.
• Approved submission of a Letter of Intent to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for up to $750,000 in Section 595 funding.
• Approved annual renewal of employee insurance benefits with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. beginning July 1, 2021 (Vice-Mayor Turner abstained).
• Approved a $500.00 donation to the Gila Bend High School Junior Class for a Lock-in Event.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the March 9, 2021 meeting minutes and claims totaling $66,485.89.

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will receive a report from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) on current events, with no action allowed. The council may also discuss and possibly take action on the border crisis as it relates to the town, under a state of emergency item.

• MCSO report on current events (report only)
• Discussion and possible action on border crisis state of emergency

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met and took action on several items, including approving a letter of intent for up to $750,000 in federal funding, renewing employee health insurance, and declaring a state of emergency related to the border crisis. The council also approved routine consent agenda items and a $500 donation to the high school junior class.

• Declared a state of emergency unanimously regarding the border crisis
• Approved submission of Letter of Intent to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for up to $750,000 in Section 595 Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Program funding
• Approved employee health insurance renewal with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved $500 donation to Gila Bend High School Junior Class for a Lock-in Event
• Approved claims totaling $66,485.89 for March 4-18, 2021

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met March 9, 2021, approving consent items and several purchases. They approved a $9,000 FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant application, authorized a water truck purchase up to $50,000, and approved buying a law enforcement vehicle from State Surplus. The council also approved a letter of support for West-MEC educational opportunities and ratified claims totaling over $136,000.

• Approved payment of claims: $21,124.34 ratified and $115,495.17 approved for Feb 19–Mar 3, 2021
• Approved submission of FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant application for $9,000
• Authorized water truck purchase up to $50,000 from State Surplus or bid
• Approved law enforcement vehicle purchase from State Surplus
• Approved letter of support to West-MEC for advanced educational opportunities

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2021, to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including approving meeting minutes, ratifying and approving claims totaling $136,619.51, accepting an FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant of $9,000, and authorizing the purchase of a water truck up to $50,000. The meeting will be held in person and live-streamed on Facebook, with public comments accepted via email, phone, or mail.

• Ratify claims of $21,124.34 and approve claims of $115,495.17 for Feb 19–Mar 3, 2021
• Consider accepting FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program funding of $9,000
• Authorize purchase of a water truck not to exceed $50,000 from State Surplus or call for bids
• Approve February 23, 2021 regular meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a letter of support for West-MEC to bring advanced educational opportunities, authorized the purchase of law enforcement vehicles from State Surplus, accepted an FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant application for $9,000, and authorized a water truck purchase up to $50,000. All motions passed unanimously (5-0). The consent agenda, including minutes and claims, was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 23 minutes and claims totaling $136,619.51 (5-0)
• Approved letter of support to West-MEC for advanced education (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of law enforcement vehicles from State Surplus (5-0)
• Accepted FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant application for $9,000 (5-0)
• Authorized water truck purchase up to $50,000 from State Surplus or bid (5-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will discuss and possibly act on two addendum items: a letter of support for Westmec to expand educational opportunities, and the purchase of law enforcement vehicles from State Surplus. Both items are open for discussion and possible action.

• Letter of support for Westmec for advanced educational opportunities
• Purchase of law enforcement vehicles from State Surplus

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is meeting in executive session only, which is closed to the public. The sole agenda item is consultation with the Town Attorney for legal advice regarding a potential response to a demand for town services. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice
• Discussion of potential response to demand for town services
• Meeting held at Town Hall Conference Room, 644 West Pima

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a $60,000 roof repair for the Stout Hotel, waived bidding requirements, and approved a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for the airport. A Maricopa County Animal Control contract amendment was tabled, and a platform choice for virtual meetings was removed from the agenda.

• Approved $60,000 Stout Hotel roof repair to Jim Brown and Sons Roofing, waiving bidding requirements
• Tabled Maricopa County Animal Control contract amendment for $7,971 for FY 2021-2022
• Approved Omega Motor Sports facilities use agreement for Gila Bend Municipal Airport on March 13, 2021
• Ratified claims of $25,175.31 and approved claims of $41,863.61 for Feb 3-18, 2021
• Town Manager reported CDAC street project funded at minimum $525,000, possibly $655,000

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on February 23, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes consent items (approval of minutes and payment of claims) and one new business item: a proposed amendment to the Maricopa County Animal Control Contract for $7,971 for fiscal year 2021-2022. The meeting will be live-streamed on Facebook, and public comments can be submitted by email, phone, or mail.

• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Ratify claims of $25,175.31 and approve claims of $41,863.61 for Feb 3-18, 2021
• Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment for $7,971 (FY 2021-2022)

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a bid for Stouts Hotel roof repair, awarding it to Jim Brown and Sons Roofing for up to $60,000 and waiving bidding requirements. The council also tabled the Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment for further negotiation. Additionally, they approved a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for the airport on March 13, 2021, and removed a discussion on meeting platforms from the agenda.

• Approved consent agenda, including minutes and claims totaling $67,038.92.
• Tabled Maricopa County Animal Control Contract Amendment for further negotiation.
• Awarded bid to Jim Brown and Sons Roofing for Stouts Hotel roof repair, not to exceed $60,000, and waived bidding requirements.
• Approved facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for Gila Bend Municipal Airport on March 13, 2021.
• Removed item on selecting Zoom or Facebook Live for council meetings from the agenda.

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including a presentation on the 2021 Fire Academy, renewal of a loan agreement for an F-101 aircraft at the municipal airport, and approval of the Town Manager contract. The council will also ratify and approve claims totaling $132,335.95 and may enter executive session for legal advice on the contract.

• Ratify claims of $34,190.56 and approve claims of $98,145.39 for January 22 – February 2, 2021
• Renew loan agreement with National Museum of the United States Air Force for F-101 aircraft at Gila Bend Municipal Airport
• Approve Town Manager contract; possible executive session for legal advice
• Fire Chief Mike Harrell presentation on 2021 Fire Academy

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving Resolution 21-01, which adds a paragraph to the Human Resources Policy Manual providing temporary emergency paid sick leave due to the coronavirus pandemic. The council will also hear updates on the town's water/wastewater systems and finances, and will vote on consent agenda items including meeting minutes and claims payments.

• Resolution 21-01 amending Human Resources Policy Manual to add temporary emergency paid sick leave due to the coronavirus pandemic
• Ratify claims of $6,819.60 and approve claims of $64,964.90 for January 7-21, 2021
• Water/Wastewater System Update presented by Operator Kevin Larson
• Financial Update presented by Finance Director Stacey Young
• Approval of January 12, 2021 council meeting minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved Resolution 21-01, adding a temporary emergency paid sick leave provision to the Human Resources Policy Manual for COVID-19-related illnesses. The council also approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and claims totaling $71,784.50. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting included informational updates on water/wastewater systems and finances.

• Approved Resolution 21-01 adding emergency paid sick leave for COVID-19 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims of $71,784.50 (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met and approved a resolution adding temporary emergency paid sick leave to the Human Resources Policy Manual due to the coronavirus pandemic. They also approved meeting minutes and claims totaling $71,784.50, and received updates on water/wastewater systems and finances.

• Resolution 21-01: added paragraph 4.4(J) for temporary emergency paid sick leave
• Approved claims: $6,819.60 ratified and $64,964.90 approved for Jan 7-21, 2021
• Approved January 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Water/Wastewater System update presented by operator Kevin Larson
• Financial update presented by Finance Director Stacey Young

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met on January 12, 2021, and took action on several items, including adopting an ordinance to prohibit roosters, ratifying a resolution for Community Development Block Grant funds, and approving an intergovernmental agreement amendment. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $307,975.58. The meeting was brief, lasting only 16 minutes, and included reports from the mayor and town manager.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-01 amending Town Code Section 96.03 to prohibit roosters at large, declared an emergency
• Ratified Resolution 20-08 authorizing application for Maricopa County Community Development Block Grant funds
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Human Services for Community Action Program, $25,000 for FY 2020-2021
• Approved payment of claims totaling $307,975.58 for period November 25, 2020 through January 6, 2021
• Mayor reported call with Senator Kyrsten Sinema about pandemic funding for rural communities

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on January 12, 2021, to consider several items, including a consent agenda with meeting minutes and payment of claims, and new business items such as an ordinance amending the town code to prohibit roosters, ratification of a resolution for Community Development Block Grant funds, and an amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County for the Community Action Program. The meeting will also include reports from the mayor, council members, and the town manager, but no action will be taken on those reports.

• Ordinance 21-01: amendment to Town Code Section 96.03 to prohibit roosters (livestock at large), declared an emergency
• Ratification of Resolution 20-08: authorizing application for Community Development Block Grant funds from Maricopa County
• Amendment No. 6 to IGA with Maricopa County Human Services for Community Action Program, $25,000 for FY 2020-2021
• Consent agenda: approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda: ratification of claims totaling $307,975.58 for Nov 25, 2020 – Jan 6, 2021

The Gila Bend Town Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including $307,975.58 in claims, and adopted Ordinance 21-01 banning roosters (with grandfathering for existing owners). They also ratified an amendment to Resolution 20-08 for Community Development Block Grant funds and approved Amendment No. 6 to the Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County for the Community Action Program in the amount of $25,000.

• Approved consent agenda including $307,975.58 in claims (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-01 prohibiting roosters, with grandfathering for current owners (6-0)
• Ratified amendment to Resolution 20-08 for Community Development Block Grant funds (6-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to IGA with Maricopa County for CAP, $25,000 (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session to discuss public safety, including emergency medical, fire, and police services. No formal action will be taken, as this is a discussion-only agenda item.

• Discussion of Emergency Medical Services
• Discussion of Fire Services
• Discussion of Police Services