Gila Bend public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting Agendas

The Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 23-06 to amend the Town Code regarding the order of business. Additionally, the Council may discuss adding LJA Engineering to the approved On-Call List of Engineering Firms.

• Ordinance 23-06: Amendment to Gila Bend Town Code Title III, Chapter 30
• Cancellation of the December 26, 2023, regular Council meeting
• Addition of LJA Engineering to the approved On-Call List of Engineering Firms
• Approval of claims totaling $242,350.40 for November 23 through December 5, 2023

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will meet on December 12, 2023, to consider adopting Ordinance 23-06, which amends the Town Code's order of business for Council meetings. They will also decide whether to cancel the December 26, 2023 regular meeting due to the holiday season, and whether to add LJA Engineering to the approved On-Call List of Engineering Firms. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $381,023.40 for the period November 23 through December 11, 2023.

• Ordinance 23-06 amending Town Code Title III, Chapter 30, Section 30.25 (Order of Business)
• Possible cancellation of December 26, 2023 regular Council meeting
• Adding LJA Engineering to the approved On-Call List of Engineering Firms
• Payment of claims in the amount of $381,023.40
• Approval of November 28, 2023 Council meeting minutes

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving applications for two grants: up to $600,000 from Maricopa County for Community Development Block Grant funds and up to $525,000 from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority for water meter replacement. They will also vote on an on-call engineering firm list, a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for the airport, and a Cintas kitchen supplies agreement. The agenda includes consent items, reports, and public comment.

• Resolution 23-05: Authorize CDBG grant application up to $600,000
• WIFA water meter replacement grant application up to $525,000
• Approve on-call engineering firms list (Entellus, Kimley Horn, Rick Engineering, etc.)
• Facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for Gila Bend Municipal Airport on Dec 16-17, 2023
• Agreement with Cintas for kitchen supplies for Community Center

Council Action Minutes

The Town Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue regarding tax administration. They also authorized a call for bids for a Ford F350 ambulance and accepted a radio equipment donation from the City of Goodyear.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Revenue for tax administration
• Authorized call for bids for a Ford F350 XLT Super Duty 4x4 Type 1 Ambulance
• Approved donation agreement with City of Goodyear for radio equipment for Gila Bend Volunteer Fire Department
• Approved Community Development Block Grant Program public hearing with no public comment
• Approved payment of claims to local vendors for periods ending October 19 and November 8

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant submission, receive a parks and recreation presentation, and consider several action items. Key actions include adopting an ordinance to expand administrative abatement to dilapidated buildings, approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue, authorizing a call for bids for an ambulance, and approving a radio equipment donation from Goodyear. The agenda also includes consent items for meeting minutes and claims payments, plus an executive session on legal options for dilapidated structures.

• Public hearing on FY2023/2024 Community Development Block Grant project submission
• Ordinance 23-06 to expand administrative abatement to dilapidated buildings, including 515 E. Pima St.
• Intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Revenue for tax administration
• Call for bids for Ford F350 XLT Super Duty 4x4 Type 1 Ambulance, waiving sealed bid requirements
• Donation agreement with City of Goodyear for radio equipment to Gila Bend Volunteer Fire Department

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session on October 30, 2023, to discuss human resource topics only. No formal action can be taken during this session. The agenda includes updates on employee complaint processes, town manager and external HR engagement, workforce reports, employee survey timeline, HR assessment, and an HR open house.

• Discussion of employee complaint process
• Update on town manager and external HR engagement
• Review of workforce (HR) reports
• Employee survey timeline review
• HR assessment and open-house discussion

Council Action Minutes

The Town Council approved a contract with Logan Simpson to update the General Plan and approved a project extension for the Community Center Expansion. Other items, including payment of claims and an ambulance bid, were tabled for future meetings.

• Approved $69,944 contract with Logan Simpson for General Plan updates (FY2024-FY2025)
• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Change Order #4 to extend completion to October 31, 2024
• Tabled payment of claims for the period of October 3, 2023, through October 19, 2023
• Tabled call for bids for a Ford F350 XLT Super Duty 4x4 Type 1 Ambulance
• Discussed future work sessions for Town Code Chapter updates

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council meeting on October 10, 2023, included approval of the consent agenda, a special event alcohol permit for the Shrimp Festival, and tabling of HR updates. The council also discussed a proposed $69,944 contract with Logan Simpson to update the town's General Plan, which was not voted on at this meeting. The agenda also includes a change order extending the Community Center expansion project deadline to October 31, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $124,438.43
• Approved special event alcohol permit for Gila Bend Shrimp Festival on November 4, 2023
• Tabled HR updates and scheduled a workshop to discuss HR issues
• Proposed $69,944 contract with Logan Simpson for General Plan update (FY24-FY25)
• Change Order No. 4 extends Community Center expansion completion to October 31, 2024

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on October 10, 2023, 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), a special event alcohol permit for the Shrimp Festival, and an HR update from Revolutionary HR Consulting. The meeting also includes reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager, plus a call to the public.

• Special event alcohol permit for Gila Bend Shrimp Festival on November 4, 2023
• Ratify claims of $43,500.06 and approve claims of $80,938.37 for September 25–October 2, 2023
• HR update from Revolutionary HR Consulting, including employee survey question selection
• Approval of September 26, 2023 council meeting minutes

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda and three new business items: a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for the Gila Bend Municipal Airport on October 21, 2023; a call for bids for the Williams Street and Alley Waterline Replacement Project funded by Maricopa County Community Development Block Grant funds; and road closures for the annual Gila Bend High School Homecoming Parade on September 29, 2023. The council also received reports from the sheriff, fire chief, and town manager, and held a work session on legal and governance topics.

• Approved facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for Gila Bend Municipal Airport on Oct 21, 2023
• Authorized call for bids for Williams Street and Alley Waterline Replacement Project (funded by Maricopa County CDBG)
• Approved road closures for Homecoming Parade on Sept 29, 2023, from 2:00 pm for one hour
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims for Sept 6-21, 2023
• Work session on open meeting law, conflicts of interest, Robert's Rules, Council-Manager government

Council Meeting Agendas

This addendum to the September 26, 2023 regular meeting adds one item: the Mayor and Town Council may discuss and possibly take action on submitting a Letter of Intent to establish sisterhood relationships with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point). No other business is listed in this addendum.

• Discussion and possible action on Letter of Intent for sister-city relationship with Oquito, Mexico
• Discussion and possible action on Letter of Intent for sister-city relationship with Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council approved the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office contract for $729,251.24 for fiscal year 2023-2024, with one councilmember voting against after raising concerns about a reported incident. The council also discussed a Trap-Neuter-Return program and potential revisions to the Town Code's animal control chapter, including limits on chicken ownership. A Sister Cities Letter of Intent with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco was approved.

• Approved MCSO contract for $729,251.24 for FY 2023-2024 (5-0, with Councilmember Riggs voting against)
• Ratified claims of $277,381.90 and approved claims of $268,567.16 for August 15-September 5, 2023
• Discussed Trap-Neuter-Return program and possible revisions to Town Code Chapter 96 (Animal Control), including chicken limits
• Approved Sister Cities Letter of Intent with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point)
• Councilmember Riggs raised concerns about an incident at a town facility involving a man exposing himself

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a $729,251.24 contract with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for fiscal year 2023-2024, and also approved a Sister Cities letter of intent with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco. The council discussed a Trap-Neuter-Return program and potential revisions to Town Code Chapter 96 on animal control, but took no action on those items. Consent agenda items, including claims totaling $545,949.06, were approved.

• Approved MCSO contract for $729,251.24 for FY 2023-2024
• Approved Sister Cities letter of intent with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco
• Discussed Trap-Neuter-Return program and processes
• Discussed potential revisions to Town Code Chapter 96 (Animal Control)
• Approved claims: $277,381.90 ratified and $268,567.16 approved

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving a $729,251.24 contract with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for fiscal year 2023-2024. They will also discuss a Trap-Neuter-Return program and possible revisions to the town's animal control code, and consider a letter of intent for a sister city relationship with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $545,949.06.

• Approval of MCSO contract for $729,251.24 for FY 2023-2024
• Discussion of Trap-Neuter-Return program and processes
• Discussion of possible revisions to Town Code Chapter 96 (Animal Control)
• Letter of Intent for sister city relationship with Oquito, Mexico and Puerto Penasco
• Consent agenda: ratify claims of $277,381.90 and approve claims of $268,567.16

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met on August 22, 2023, and approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and claims totaling $77,731.38. They also approved Amendment #4 to the Community Center Expansion Project, extending the agreement term to September 30, 2024. The council heard a presentation on the pond project and received reports from MCSO and the Fire Chief, but took no action on those items.

• Approved claims totaling $77,731.38 (ratified $69,738.94, approved $7,992.44) for August 2-14, 2023
• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Amendment #4, extending term to September 30, 2024
• Presentation on pond project updates by Parks and Recreation Manager Patricia Riggs (discussion only)
• MCSO contract review and discussion (no changes requested)
• Resident Scott Swanson spoke about stray dogs and cats; future agenda item requested on town code

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving an administrative order to correct a scrivener's error in its agreement with Maricopa County regarding HUD grants. This action would allow the town to continue participating in federal housing and community development programs.

• Correction to agreement with Maricopa County for HUD CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs
• Possible action on administrative order to resolve scrivener's error

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving Amendment #4 to the Community Center Expansion Project, extending the agreement term from September 30, 2023 to September 30, 2024. The council will also review the MCSO contract and hear a presentation on pond project updates. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes and payment of claims totaling $77,731.38.

• Community Center Expansion Project Amendment #4: extend term to September 30, 2024
• Payment of claims: ratify $69,738.94 and approve $7,992.44 (Aug 2-14, 2023)
• MCSO contract review (discussion only)
• Pond project updates presentation by Parks and Recreation Manager Pat Riggs
• Approval of August 8, 2023 council meeting minutes

The Town Council approved a one-year extension for the Community Center Expansion Project. The council also ratified and approved claims totaling $77,731.38 and received a progress report on the local pond expansion project.

• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Amendment #4 to extend the agreement term to September 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ratification of $69,738.94 in claims and approval of $7,992.44 in claims (7-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 regular Council meeting minutes (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met on August 8, 2023, and approved a consent agenda that included meeting minutes and claims totaling $177,987.04. The council also adopted Ordinance 23.05, setting a property tax rate of $0.6492 per $100 of assessed valuation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. A representative from the Mexican Consulate gave a presentation on available services and a possible Sister City relationship with Puerto Peñasco.

• Adopted Ordinance 23.05: property tax levy of $0.6492 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2023-24
• Approved claims: ratified $60,671.65 and approved $117,315.39 for July 18-August 2, 2023
• Approved minutes from July 25 and July 27, 2023 meetings
• Presentation by Mexican Consulate on services and Sister City possibility with Puerto Peñasco

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council held two meetings: on July 25, it approved consent agenda items, heard reports, and took action on a fraud and embezzlement vulnerability study; on July 27, it held a public hearing and adopted the FY 2023/2024 budget. The council also discussed an employee survey and HR assessment, and approved a resolution designating the Town Manager as Chief Fiscal Officer.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $64,828.73
• Adopted Resolution 23-03 designating Town Manager Katherine Valenzuela as Chief Fiscal Officer
• Approved agreement with 65th North Group for fraud and embezzlement vulnerability study and forensic audit, not to exceed $35,000
• Adopted Resolution 23-04 adopting the FY 2023/2024 budget
• Held public hearing on FY 23/24 budget and property tax levy; final tax vote scheduled for August 8

The Town Council adopted Ordinance 23.05, setting the property tax rate at $.6232, which is the same as the previous fiscal year. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including the payment of claims.

• Approved Ordinance 23.05 to set the property tax rate at $.6232 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including July 25 and July 27 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Ratified claims of $60,671.65 and approved claims of $117,315.39 (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a public hearing on the final budget and property tax levy for fiscal year 2023/24, receiving comments from two residents. Following the hearing, the council adopted Resolution 23-04, which approves the budget as presented. The meeting was brief and focused solely on this budget item.

• Public hearing on FY 23/24 budget and property tax levy (public comment only)
• Resolution 23-04 adopted, approving the FY 2023/2024 budget
• Two residents commented during the hearing

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget and property tax levy, followed by a vote on Resolution 23-04 to adopt the budget. The meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2023, at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center. The agenda includes only this budget item and standard procedural matters.

• Public hearing on FY 23/24 budget and property tax levy
• Resolution 23-04: adoption of the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Meeting at Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center, 308 N Martin Avenue

The Town Council unanimously approved Resolution 23-04 to adopt the budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. A public hearing was held regarding the budget and property tax levy, though the tax vote was noted as scheduled for August 8, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 23-04 adopting the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget (5-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is meeting to approve a list of checks totaling $9,207.88 to seven vendors, including payments for contracts and a utility bill. This is a routine financial approval item on the agenda.

• $2,750.00 to ZGF Productions for a deposit
• $2,170.00 to Perry Stacy per contract
• $1,250.00 to Getzwiller, JB per contract
• $1,125.00 to Wierth, Summer per contract
• $929.34 to Arizona Public Service due date

The Town Council approved a contract with 65th North Group for a forensic audit and vulnerability study. They also designated the Town Manager as the Chief Fiscal Officer for the FY 2024 Expenditure Limitation Report. Additionally, the Council approved a consent agenda covering meeting minutes and claims payments.

• Approved agreement with 65th North Group for fraud and embezzlement vulnerability study and forensic audit, not to exceed $35,000 (6-0)
• Waived bidding requirements for the 65th North Group agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-03 designating Town Manager Katherine Valenzuela as Chief Fiscal Officer (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including July 11, 2023 minutes and claims totaling $64,828.73 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for legal advice on HR investigation and audit proposals (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will hold a regular meeting on July 11, 2023, with an executive session on the Town Marshal position. The council will consider approving a security services agreement with Paloma Security, a legal services contract with Pierce Coleman, and ratify/approve claims totaling $416,549.75. The agenda also includes consent items for meeting minutes and reports from security, council, and town manager.

• Executive session on personnel matters regarding Town Marshal position
• Security Services Agreement with Paloma Security, LLC for FY 2023-2024
• Legal services contract with Pierce Coleman for FY24 (replacing retiring Town Attorney Steve McClure)
• Ratify claims of $76,893.44 and approve claims of $339,656.31 (June 18–July 2, 2023)
• Approval of minutes from June 21, June 27, and July 5 meetings

The Town Council terminated its security agreement with Paloma Security Services, LLC and redirected those funds to the Marshal's Office. The Council also approved a new legal services contract with Pierce Coleman. Additionally, the Council approved several sets of meeting minutes and processed town claims.

• Terminated Security Services Agreement with Paloma Security and rolled funds into Marshal's Office (7-0)
• Approved legal services contract with Pierce Coleman, with Steve McClure remaining as advisor on the Marshal's Office for 1 year (6-0)
• Approved June 21, June 27, and July 5 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Ratified claims of $76,893.44 and approved claims of $339,656.31 for June 18 to July 2, 2023 (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met on July 11, 2023, and took action on several items. They approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $416,549.75. They voted to terminate the security services agreement with Paloma Security Services, LLC, and approved a new legal services contract with Pierce Coleman following the retirement of Town Attorney Steve McClure. The council also held an executive session regarding the Town Marshal position.

• Approved claims totaling $416,549.75 for June 18-July 2, 2023
• Terminated Security Services Agreement with Paloma Security Services, LLC
• Approved contract with Pierce Coleman for general legal services for FY24
• Held executive session on Town Marshal personnel matter

Council Meeting Agendas

The Council held a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Final Budget. No formal actions or decisions were taken as the items were listed for discussion only.

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider adopting the tentative FY 2023-2024 budget and approving several contractor services agreements, including for website/social media, airport services, water/wastewater operations, and security. The agenda also includes contract renewals with GPEC, First Things First, and Banner Occupational Health, plus a grant application to the Tohono O'odham Nation for a Town Marshal. Consent agenda items include approval of June 13, 2023 minutes and claims totaling $90,034.16.

• Adopt tentative FY 2023-2024 expenditure limitation budget
• Contract with Idiograf/Summer Wierth for website, social media, marketing: $27,000
• Contract with First Things First: $200,000
• Vehicle lease agreement with Area Agency on Aging: $2.00 for two vehicles
• Ratify grant application to Tohono O'odham Nation for Town Marshal funding

The Town Council approved the tentative FY 2023-2024 budget, including $800,000 for Fire Department grants to purchase a firetruck. The council also approved several contractor service agreements and a $200,000 contract with First Things First.

• Adopted tentative FY 2023-2024 budget including $800,000 for Fire Department grants (7-0)
• Approved $48,572.36 in ratified claims and $41,461.80 in approved claims (6-0)
• Approved Contractor Services Agreement with Idiograf DBA Summer Wierth for marketing and communications (7-0)
• Approved Contractor Services Agreement with Cory Drury for Gila Bend Municipal Airport services (7-0)
• Approved Contractor Services Agreement with Kevin Larson for water and wastewater operation services (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 contract renewal with Greater Phoenix Economic Council (7-0)
• Approved FY 23-24 contract with First Things First for $200,000 (7-0)
• Approved vehicle lease agreement with Area Agency on Aging for $2.00 (7-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved the tentative FY2023-2024 budget and a series of contractor and service agreements, including for website, airport, water/wastewater operations, and occupational health. They also ratified a $200,000 contract with First Things First and a grant application to the Tohono O'odham Nation for a Town Marshal. The security services agreement with Paloma Security was tabled until after the final budget meeting.

• Approved tentative FY2023-2024 expenditure limitation budget
• Approved claims totaling $48,572.36 (ratified) and $41,461.80 (approved) for May 1–June 14, 2023
• Approved $200,000 contract with First Things First
• Approved vehicle lease with Area Agency on Aging for $2.00 for two vehicles
• Tabled security services agreement with Paloma Security Services

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Tentative Budget. This is a discussion-only item; no formal action will be taken. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Tentative Budget

The provided text contains only the certification of the meeting and the posting locations for the agenda. No actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in this document.

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council held its regular meeting on May 23, 2023, approving consent items, adopting Ordinance 23-04 (code supplements), and approving a cooperation agreement with Maricopa County CDBG. The council tabled the MCSO law enforcement contract ($729,251.24) to seek other quotes and tabled the Safe Routes to School improvements for a future work session. They also discussed migrant traffic updates related to Title 42 expiration but took no action.

• Approved claims totaling $121,146.89 for April 30–May 17, 2023
• Adopted Ordinance 23-04 (code supplements, emergency)
• Approved Resolution 23-02 with Maricopa County CDBG for FY2024–2026
• Approved IGA with Maricopa County Emergency Management ($1,472.74 fee)
• Tabled MCSO contract ($729,251.24) and Safe Routes to School improvements

The Town Council approved several service contracts, including agreements for law enforcement and senior services. The council also granted easements for gas and sewer lines and accepted a grant for paramedic training.

• Approved Maricopa County Sheriff's Office law enforcement contract for $729,251.24 (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) contract for $74,474.00 (6-0)
• Approved $10,000 Arizona Emergency Medical System grant for paramedic school (6-0)
• Approved Southwest Gas easement at Papago Street Alignment (6-0)
• Approved easement for private sewer service across Town property (6-0)
• Approved road closures for July 4th celebration on St. Louis Avenue and Linda & Corine Way (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $47,082.84 in ratified claims and $111,043.84 in approved claims (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda including meeting minutes and claims totaling $158,126.68, and approved new business items: a $74,474 contract with the Area Agency on Aging and a $729,251.24 law enforcement services agreement with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The meeting was routine, with no public hearings or zoning items.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Area Agency on Aging contract for $74,474.00
• Approved Maricopa County Sheriff's Office law enforcement services contract for $729,251.24
• Ratified claims of $47,082.84 and approved claims of $111,043.84 for May 18–June 2, 2023
• Approved minutes from May 16 and May 23, 2023 meetings
• Vice-Mayor James Turner requested future discussion on Paloma Security contract

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider several agreements and contracts, including a $729,251.24 law enforcement contract with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, a cooperation agreement with the county's Community Development Block Grant program, and an intergovernmental agreement for emergency management. The council will also discuss Safe Routes to School improvements and an update on Title 42 expiration and migrant traffic.

• Approve Maricopa County Sheriff's Office contract for law enforcement services, $729,251.24
• Adopt Ordinance 23-04, adopting supplements to the Town Code of Ordinances
• Approve Resolution 23-02, Cooperation Agreement with Maricopa County CDBG for FY2024-2026
• Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Emergency Management, $1,472.74 fee
• Ratify claims of $79,406.59 and approve claims of $41,740.30 for April 30-May 17, 2023

The Town Council approved a series of ordinances and intergovernmental agreements with Maricopa County. However, the Council voted to table a law enforcement services contract and a school safety report for further review.

• Approved Consent Agenda including $79,406.59 in ratified claims and $41,740.30 in approved claims (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-04 to adopt supplements to the Code of Ordinances (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-02 for a CDBG Cooperation Agreement for FY 2024-2026 (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management for $1,472.74 (7-0)
• Tabled Maricopa County Sheriff's Office contract for $729,251.24 to seek other quotes (7-0)
• Tabled Safe Routes to School Report and Recommendation pending a work session (7-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on steps to mitigate issues from the lifting of Title 42, including the possible re-appointment of a Civil Defense Director. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on mitigating issues from the lifting of Title 42
• Possible re-appointment of a Civil Defense Director

The Town Council voted to increase Paloma Security services to monitor migrant traffic following the expiration of Title 42. The Council also agreed to add future updates regarding migrant traffic to upcoming agendas.

• Approved increasing Paloma Security to monitor migrant traffic (6-0)
• Approved adding future updates regarding migrant traffic from the expiration of Title 42 to future agendas (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council held a special meeting to discuss steps to mitigate issues from the lifting of Title 42, including possibly re-appointing a Civil Defense Director. The council approved a motion to add updates on migrant traffic to future agendas and to increase Paloma Security to monitor migrant traffic. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with one council member absent.

• Approved motion to add migrant traffic updates to future agendas
• Approved increasing Paloma Security to monitor migrant traffic
• Discussed possible re-appointment of a Civil Defense Director
• Council Member Fernando Fernandez absent

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will discuss and possibly approve a contract with Revolutionary HR Consulting for human resources support and consultative services in the amount of $18,500. The proposal was previously presented at a special meeting on April 27, 2023, and staff recommends approval. The agenda also includes other routine items such as consent agenda approvals and reports.

• Approve contract with Revolutionary HR Consulting for $18,500 for HR support and consultation services
• Ratify claims of $67,048.43 and approve claims of $40,160.77 for March 24-April 17, 2023
• Approve occupational licensing requirements for peddlers and solicitors under Title XI, Chapter 111
• Appoint Board of Appeals members for Payless Inn demolition appeal hearing set for June 6, 2023 at 6:00 pm
• Issue call for statements of qualifications for on-call engineering and consulting services

The Town Council approved a consulting agreement for human resources support and a facilities use agreement with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. The council also ratified and approved claims totaling $108,634.78.

• Approved Consent Agenda including April meeting minutes and $108,634.78 in claims (6-0)
• Approved HR consulting contract with Revolutionary HR Consulting not to exceed $98,000 as amended (6-0)
• Approved MOU/Facilities Use Agreement with Arizona Department of Public Safety for driver's training at Gila Bend Municipal Airport (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda including meeting minutes and claims totaling $108,634.78, and took action on two new business items: a contract with Revolutionary HR Consulting for HR support not to exceed $18,500 (approved as amended), and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Arizona Department of Public Safety for driver's training at the Gila Bend Municipal Airport (approved as presented). The meeting also included a presentation on summer preparedness by APS and reports from council members and the town manager.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $44,755.19 (ratified) and $63,879.59 (approved)
• Approved HR consulting contract with Revolutionary HR Consulting up to $18,500
• Approved MOU with Arizona DPS for driver's training at Gila Bend Municipal Airport
• APS presented 2023 Summer Preparedness
• Councilmember Riggs requested future discussion on impacts of Title 42 ending

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is reviewing a proposal from Revolutionary HR Consulting for HR support services. The proposal outlines three projects: an HR/Talent Management Functional Assessment for $8,500, an Employee Climate Assessment for $14,500, and outsourced HR/TM functions at $15,000 per quarter. The agenda also includes the town's personnel system code, which covers merit system, appointments, separations, and rules.

• HR/Talent Management Functional Assessment: $8,500
• Employee Climate Assessment (survey): $14,500
• Outsourcing HR/TM functions: $15,000/quarter
• Review of Chapter 36: Personnel System (merit system, appointments, separations)

The Town Council approved a proposal from Revolutionary HR Consulting to provide human resource support and consultation services. The action included waiving requirements pursuant to Gila Bend Town Code Title III Chapter 38 Section 38.09 (B).

• Approved proposal and contract for Revolutionary HR Consulting for HR support and consultation services (5-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council met and approved a proposal from Revolutionary HR Consulting to provide human resource support and consultation services, waiving a requirement in the town code. The vote was taken during the meeting, with two council members absent.

• Approved HR support and consultation services proposal from Revolutionary HR Consulting
• Waived Gila Bend Town Code Title III Chapter 38 Section 38.09(B) requirement
• LaCoya Shelton, CEO of Revolutionary HR Consulting, was present

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council met on April 11, 2023, and took action on several items. They approved an amended version of Ordinance 23-03 after removing Section 38.03, and waived bidding requirements to contract with Logan Simpson Design for planning services. The council also approved a special event alcohol permit for Cinco de Mayo, renewed employee health insurance with Kairos Health Arizona, and scheduled a special meeting with Revolutionary HR Consulting to discuss a potential HR contract.

• Approved amended Ordinance 23-03 (removed Section 38.03)
• Waived bidding requirements for Logan Simpson Design planning contract
• Approved employee health insurance renewal with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. effective July 1, 2023
• Approved special event alcohol permit for Cinco de Mayo event on May 5, 2023
• Ratified claims of $30,540.32 and approved claims of $133,141.02

The Town Council established a Board of Appeals and scheduled a hearing for June 6 to review the proposed demolition of the Pay Less Inn. Council also approved new occupational licensing requirements for peddlers and solicitors and authorized a call for on-call engineering services.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Ratified claims of $67,048.43 and approved claims of $40,160.77 (6-0)
• Approved occupational licensing requirements for peddlers and solicitors under Title XI, Chapter 111 (6-0)
• Appointed Mayor Tommy Sikes, Chris Riggs, and Donny Young to the Board of Appeals (6-0)
• Scheduled Pay Less Inn demolition appeal hearing for June 6 at 6:00 pm at Town Hall (6-0)
• Approved request for Statement of Qualifications for on-call engineering and consulting services (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved consent items, including claims totaling $107,209.20, and took action on several new business items. Key decisions included regulating peddlers and solicitors, appointing a Board of Appeals for the Pay Less Inn demolition, setting an appeal hearing for June 6, and approving a call for engineering SOQs.

• Approved claims of $67,048.43 (ratify) and $40,160.77 (approve) for March 24-April 17, 2023
• Approved occupational licensing requirements for peddlers and solicitors under Title XI, Chapter 111
• Appointed Mayor Tommy Sikes (chair), Chris Riggs, and Donny Young to the Building Code Board of Appeals
• Set appeal hearing for June 6 at 6:00 pm at Town Hall regarding demolition of 515 E Pima (Payless Inn)
• Approved call for statements of qualifications for on-call engineering and consulting services

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is considering a consultant agreement with Logan Simpson Design Inc. for on-call development review services. The contract is for a not-to-exceed amount of $37,250 and would run until June 30, 2023. The agenda includes the full contract text, which details scope, compensation, and standard terms.

• Consultant agreement with Logan Simpson Design Inc. for development review services, not to exceed $37,250
• Contract term from notice to proceed until June 30, 2023
• Billing rates: Senior Associate Planner $180/hr, Associate Planner $140/hr, Planner/Graphics/Production $100/hr
• Services include reviewing development applications, preparing staff reports, and supporting Planning Commission and Town Council hearings

The Town Council approved a Consultant Agreement for Professional Services with Logan Simpson Design. The agreement is for the purpose of providing development review services for development projects.

• Approved Consultant Agreement for Professional Services with Logan Simpson Design (5-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will discuss and possibly take action on reconsidering Ordinance 23-03, which was previously amended and partially tabled, and on approving the annual renewal of employee health insurance with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. The meeting also includes reports from the Sheriff's Office, Fire Chief, Mayor, and Town Manager.

• Reconsider/clarify Ordinance 23-03, including removal of Section 38.03 (purchase orders) and amended audit deadlines (December 1 transmittal, March 1 audit presentation)
• Approve employee health insurance renewal with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc. for FY 2023-2024, with a 7% increase ($1,613 monthly) to $23,728 per month
• Consent agenda includes ratification of claims totaling $47,033.71 and approval of claims totaling $130,133.22
• Ordinance 23-01: reduce Historic Preservation Commission from 7 to 5 members
• Ordinance 23-02: rename Police Department to Town Marshall Department

The Town Council approved an amended ordinance and renewed employee health insurance. They also voted to waive bidding requirements for a planning contract and scheduled a special meeting regarding human resource services.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including $30,540.32 in ratified claims and $133,141.02 in approved claims (6-0)
• Approved Amended Ordinance 23-03 removing section 38.03 (6-0)
• Approved setting up a Special Meeting with Revolutionary HR Consulting (6-0)
• Approved annual employee health insurance renewal with Kairos Health Arizona, Inc (4-0)
• Approved waiving bidding requirements for Logan Simpson Design planning services (6-0)
• Approved special event alcohol permit for Cinco De Mayo event on May 5, 2023 (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council met on March 14, 2023, and approved several items, including a $500,000 grant from Arizona State Parks and Trails for the Gatlin site, an amendment increasing the Community Center Expansion Project agreement to $1.5 million, and the consent agenda with claims totaling $180,648.12. The council also heard a presentation on the street maintenance program and discussed future agenda items.

• Approved $500,000 grant from Arizona State Parks and Trails for Gatlin site renovation
• Approved IGA Amendment #3 increasing Community Center Expansion Project to $1,500,000
• Ratified claims of $60,119.37 and approved claims of $120,528.75
• Street maintenance program presentation by Stacy Perry
• Resident complaint about road bump at Papago and Scott

The Town Council approved several code amendments, including renaming the Police Department to the Town Marshall Department. Council also adjusted the size of the Historic Preservation Commission and modified audit deadlines. Change orders for the Community Center Expansion Project were approved.

• Approved ratification of $47,033.71 in claims and approval of $130,133.22 in claims (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-01 reducing Town Historic Preservation Commission from 7 to 5 members (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-02 renaming Police Department/Chief/Officers to Town Marshall Department/Marshall/Deputies (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-03 amendment changing audit transmittal date from October 1 to December 1 (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 23-03 amendment regarding Section 38.03 purchase orders for further discussion (6-0)
• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Change Orders #2 and #3 (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council held a work session on February 23, 2023, to discuss potential updates to Town Code Title III (Administration), including sections on police chief, firefighter certifications, bed tax revenue, and purchase order approvals. At the February 28, 2023 regular meeting, the Council approved the consent agenda, a change order for the Community Center Expansion Project, a loan agreement for the F-101 aircraft, and a facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports. The Town Manager also reported on water rate analysis, a $500,000 CDBG award for Papago Street sewer work, and a $500,000 grant for the Gatlin site.

• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Change Order #1, increasing contract by $1,895.07
• Approved renewal of loan agreement with National Museum of the United States Air Force for F-101 aircraft at Gila Bend Municipal Airport
• Approved facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for airport use on March 11, 2023
• Ratified claims of $43,265.21 and approved claims of $36,507.28 for February 9-22, 2023
• Discussed Town Code Title III updates, including police chief title change to Marshal and purchase order signature requirements

The Town Council approved a $500,000 grant for the Gatlin Site and increased funding for the Community Center Expansion Project. The Council also ratified and approved claims totaling $180,648.12. A presentation on the street maintenance program was held, but no action was taken.

• Approved $500,000 grant from Arizona State Parks and Trails for Gatlin Site renovation (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement Amendment #3 to increase Community Center Expansion Project funding from $1M to $1.5M (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ratification of $60,119.37 in claims and approval of $120,528.75 in claims (7-0)
• Approved February 23, 2023 work session and February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) Agendas

The Gila Bend Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public meeting to approve minutes from August 10, 2022, and discuss improvements to the Gatlin Site related to a $500,000 Arizona State Parks grant. The Gatlin Site discussion is for information only, with presentations from Parks and Recreation Manager Pat Riggs and William Doelle of Archaeology Southwest. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major actions.

• Approval of August 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Gatlin Site improvements using $500,000 Arizona State Parks grant (no match required)
• Possible improvements include parking lot, shades, trail upgrades for ADA compliance, wash walkway, fencing
• Public participation required as part of grant process
• Land survey needed for west side property line along irrigation ditches

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will discuss and possibly approve a facilities use agreement allowing Omega Motor Sports to hold a car racing event at the Gila Bend Municipal Airport on March 11, 2023. The event is limited to racers and teams (no spectators), with a maximum attendance of 100+ individuals. The agreement includes a total town fee of $5,550, covering fire department, grandstands, ambulance, facility rental, and runway sweeping.

• Facilities use agreement with Omega Motor Sports for car racing event at Gila Bend Municipal Airport (1500 Arizona 85) on March 11, 2023
• Event limited to racers and teams, no spectators, max 100+ individuals
• Town fees total $5,550: Fire Dept $2,000, Grandstands $250, Ambulance $1,000, Airport rental $2,000, Runway sweeping $300
• Renter must provide insurance, permits, and indemnify the town
• No alcohol, no animals, no gambling, and no smoking at facility

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will meet to consider a change order increasing the Community Center Expansion Project contract by $1,895.07, approve a loan renewal for an F-101 aircraft at the airport, and handle routine consent items including minutes and claims payments. Reports from the sheriff, fire chief, and town manager will be presented for information only.

• Community Center Expansion Project Change Order #1: $1,895.07 increase
• Loan renewal with National Museum of the US Air Force for F-101 aircraft at Gila Bend Municipal Airport
• Ratify claims $43,265.21 and approve claims $36,507.28 for Feb 9-22, 2023
• Approve minutes from Feb 14 regular and Feb 16 special meetings

The Town Council approved a facilities use agreement for Omega Motor Sports and renewed a loan agreement for an F-101 aircraft at the municipal airport. Council also authorized a contract increase for the Community Center Expansion Project and approved various claims.

• Approved February 14 and February 16 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Ratified $43,265.21 in claims and approved $36,507.28 in claims (6-0)
• Approved Community Center Expansion Project Change Order #1 increasing contract by $1,895.07 (6-0)
• Approved loan agreement renewal with National Museum of the United States Air Force for F-101 Aircraft (6-0)
• Approved Omega Motor Sports Facilities Use Agreement for airport use on March 11, 2023 (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a work session to discuss possible updates to Town Code Title III, Administration. This is a discussion-only item, and the Council cannot take action on it at this meeting.

• Discussion of Town Code Title III, Administration (possible updates)

The Council conducted a work session to discuss potential updates to Town Code Title III, Administration. No formal actions were taken as the items were for discussion only.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for discussion only

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the town manager contract. They may also enter into executive session for legal advice on the matter.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Manager contract
• Possible executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice

The Town Council approved a two-year contract for Town Manager Katherine Valenzuela with a $110,000 salary and reviews every six months. Council members discussed the need for a third-party human resources department to handle employee concerns and evaluations.

• Approved Town Manager Katherine Valenzuela's 2-year contract with $110,000 salary and 6-month reviews (5-2)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider approving the FY 2020-2021 audit, granting an easement to Maricopa County Flood Control District, and approving a $35,000 engineering contract for the Williams and Johnny waterline replacement. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for minutes and claims payments.

• Approve FY 2020-2021 audit by Colby & Powell
• Grant easement to Maricopa County Flood Control District for parcel 403-11-054C
• Approve $35,000 contract with Rick Engineering for waterline replacement
• Ratify claims of $95,341.46 and approve claims of $100,184.20
• Approve January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Town Council approved the 2020-2021 annual financial report and independent audit following a presentation on financial discrepancies. The Council also authorized a waterline replacement contract and a flood control easement.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including January 24, 2023 minutes and $195,525.66 in claims (6-0)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 Independent Audit Report and Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved Grant of Easement to Maricopa County Flood Control District (6-0)
• Approved $35,000 Design and Engineering Contract to Rick Engineering for Williams and Johnny Streets Waterline replacement (6-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Town Council approved a series of agreements including a mutual aid pact with the Air Force and a waterline replacement project. The council also authorized the acceptance of six special warranty deeds for a flood properties project and approved a building inspection services linking agreement.

• Approved Consent Agenda including January 10 minutes and $195,877.05 in claims (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of six Special Warranty Deeds for Gila Bend Flooded Properties Acquisition Project (7-0)
• Approved Brown and Associates Building Plan Review and Inspection Services Linking Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with the Secretary of the Air Force for fire prevention and firefighting (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Human Services Department for Williams Street Waterline Replacement Project (7-0)

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council will consider awarding a $404,350 contract to Mills Design Group for the Community Center Expansion Project, funded by CDBG-Covid funds, and adopting Resolution 23-01 for a lease/purchase agreement with Zion's Bancorporation NA to finance a water truck, street sweeper, and dump truck totaling $440,097.13. The agenda also includes a $23,950 budgetary transfer for an ENBARR Air Compressor for the Fire Department, consent agenda items for minutes and claims, and an executive session for legal advice on potential litigation. The meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Gila Bend Unified School District Media Center.

• Award bid/contract to Mills Design Group for Community Center Expansion Project: $404,350.00
• Adopt Resolution 23-01 lease/purchase with Zion's Bancorporation NA for water truck, street sweeper, dump truck: $440,097.13
• Budgetary transfer of $23,950.00 from Town Manager's Contingency to Fire Department for ENBARR Air Compressor
• Ratify claims $253,278.07 and approve claims $162,033.52 for Dec 7–Jan 5
• Executive session for legal advice on potential litigation re: public safety and insurance liabilities

The Town Council approved a contract for the Community Center Expansion Project and a lease/purchase agreement for municipal vehicles. They also authorized a budgetary transfer for fire department equipment and ratified several claims.

• Approved $404,350.00 contract to Mills Design Group for Community Center Expansion (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 for $440,097.13 lease/purchase of a water truck, street sweeper, and dump truck (6-0)
• Approved $23,950.00 budgetary transfer to Fire Department for an ENBARR Air Compressor (6-0)
• Ratified claims of $253,278.07 and approved claims of $162,033.52 (6-0)
• Approved December 13 and December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Council Action Minutes

The Gila Bend Town Council approved a consent agenda and several new business items, including awarding a $404,350 contract for the Community Center Expansion Project, adopting a lease/purchase agreement for vehicles, and approving a budget transfer for fire equipment. The meeting also included reports from the town manager and council members, and a resident comment about a trail intersection hazard.

• Approved $404,350 bid to Mills Design Group for Community Center Expansion Project (funded by CDBG-CV)
• Adopted Resolution 23-01 authorizing $440,097.13 lease/purchase with Zion's Bancorporation for water truck, street sweeper, dump truck
• Approved $23,950 budget transfer for ENBARR Air Compressor for Fire Department
• Ratified claims of $253,278.07 and approved claims of $162,033.52
• Held executive session for legal advice on potential litigation

Council Meeting Agendas

The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly award a construction bid for the Community Center Expansion to Mills Design Group, LLC for $404,350. The project, funded by a CDBG-CV grant, adds an 800-square-foot addition and reconfigures office space for social distancing. The town's contribution is $10,000, and funds must be expended by March 31, 2023.

• Award construction bid to Mills Design Group, LLC for $404,350
• Community Center Expansion: 800 sq ft addition and office reconfiguration
• Funded by CDBG-CV grant; town contributes $10,000
• Funds must be expended by 3/31/23