Queen Creek public meetings in 2025
63 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Queen Creek Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will meet to consider consent agenda items including approval of June 2025 meeting minutes and adoption of a standardized pre-existing conditions report. The Police Board will discuss certification of nine full-time police personnel into the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). The Fire Board will discuss a disability retirement application for Fire Engineer Christopher "CJ" Rogers. The agenda also includes announcements of board member terms and a possible executive session.
- Certification of 9 police personnel into PSPRS, including Anthony Archibald, Casey Barnes, Brian Brugman, Anastasia Mellor, Gregory Pilaski, Hector Puerta, Abel Samano, and Ashley Vazquez
- Discussion and possible action on accidental disability retirement application for Fire Engineer Christopher "CJ" Rogers
- Consideration and possible adoption of a standardized PSPRS Pre-Existing Conditions Report
- Approval of June 19, 2025, meeting minutes
- Announcements of Jordan Klingensmith elected to a term ending November 17, 2029, and Jennifer Robinson reappointed to a term ending November 19, 2029
Town Council Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss potential water rights agreements with legal counsel and a Proposition 207 claim against the town regarding property at 24570 S Ellsworth Road. This is a discussion-only session; no votes or decisions are expected.
- Discussion of potential water rights agreements (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), (4) & (7))
- Discussion of a Proposition 207 claim and entitlement status for property at 24570 S Ellsworth Road (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) & (4))
- Meeting is an executive session closed to the public
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider a public hearing to rezone about 2.72 acres from rural residential to commercial and approve a site plan and conditional use permit for a 7,630‑sq‑ft funeral home at the northwest corner of Ocotillo and Hawes Roads. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items such as budget adjustments, a fire department staffing transfer, and an annexation of 0.14 acres. Additional discussion items cover the 2025 citizen survey results and upcoming rate, tax, and fee evaluations.
- Public hearing to rezone 2.72 acres and approve site plan/conditional use for funeral home (Ocotillo & Hawes)
- Budget adjustment of $54,686 for Municipal Services Building furniture reconfiguration
- Police and Fire market adjustments with $184,611 budget transfer
- Fire Engineer full‑time position with $170,685 ongoing and $71,480 one‑time transfer
- Ordinance 881-25 for annexation of ~0.14 acres at northwest corner of Ocotillo and Hawes
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee will review the final event maps and volunteer plans for the Teen Drive-In Movie Event. Members will also discuss the QC Hometown Christmas volunteer experience and current Town high school programs. A work study session will focus on potential 2026 service projects and events using committee funds.
- Final event maps, staff, and volunteer plan for the Teen Drive-In Movie Event
- Volunteer experience feedback for QC Hometown Christmas
- Review of current Town offered High School Programs
- Potential 2026 service projects and events utilizing committee funds
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Queen Creek Planning & Zoning Commission will review routine consent agenda items, including approval of prior meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule. Public hearings will be held on zoning ordinance text amendments for wireless communications (P25-0154) and outdoor storage restrictions (P25-0152). The commission will discuss and possibly approve the Vineyard Plaza Comprehensive Sign Plan (P25-0166) for the Mountainside Fitness site. An organizational meeting will also be noted for appointing a Chair and Vice‑Chair for 2026.
- Approve November 12, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)
- Approve 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates (Consent Agenda)
- Public hearing on P25-0154 zoning ordinance amendment to Section 6.9 Wireless Communications
- Public hearing on P25-0152 zoning ordinance amendment to Outdoor Storage definitions
- Discussion and possible approval of P25-0166 Vineyard Plaza Comprehensive Sign Plan
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will consider approving a $33 million interfund loan from the General Fund to cover the Water Fund's cash deficit, along with additional spending authority of $3.56 million for water infrastructure projects. A public hearing is scheduled on a proposed wastewater capacity fee increase, and the consent agenda includes several contracts and amendments. The council will also vote on the 2026 Legislative Guiding Principles.
- Consideration of $33 million interfund loan from General Fund to Water Operating Fund to address cash deficit (Resolution 1651-25)
- Additional spending authority of $3,564,648 for Swain Electric for mechanical and electrical infrastructure at Main Plant and Kenworthy Tank and Booster Sites
- Amendment to Sossaman Road and Germann Road Intersection Improvements contract with WSP USA, increasing amount by $340,285
- Professional services contract with Hazen and Sawyer for a Water Resources Study not to exceed $286,462
- Public hearing and possible approval of Ordinance #883-25 for wastewater capacity fee increase effective January 5, 2026
Town Council Executive Session
The Town Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss legal advice and negotiations on several matters: the effective date of wastewater capacity fees, a purchase and sale agreement for a lot with groundwater rights, property matters in Town Center, and the entitlement status of a property at 24570 S Ellsworth Road. No votes or public decisions are scheduled during this session.
- Discussion on effective date of wastewater capacity fees (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), (4) & (7))
- Discussion on Agreement for Purchase and Sale of a Lot with Groundwater Rights with Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC
- Discussion on property matters in Town Center
- Discussion on entitlement status for property at 24570 S Ellsworth Road
Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider approving the October 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 Work Plan. A work study session will follow to discuss ideas for additional public/private art and placemaking projects.
- Possible approval of October 30, 2025 meeting minutes
- Possible approval of the 2026 Work Plan
- Discussion of ideas for additional public/private art and placemaking in the community
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will discuss financing and loans to acquire water resources and groundwater rights. The body is also considering several land annexations, rezonings, and infrastructure contracts.
- Resolution No. 1649-25 for certificates of participation up to $250 million for groundwater rights
- Resolution No. 1650-25 to develop a new Water Resource Fee for a 100-year water supply
- Rezone of 4.2 acres at San Tan Blvd and Ellsworth Road to C-1 for a 30,644 sq ft office/medical development
- Annexation of 5 acres at San Tan Blvd and Ellsworth Road and 6.9 acres at Ocotillo and Meridian Roads
- Contracts: $500,000 for Sisu Global engineering and $500,000 additional authority for Vertech well equipment
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will consider approving the Concession Stand Policy and the 2026 meeting schedule. Presentations are scheduled on the Parks and Recreation Rate and Fees Annual Report, FY25 Park Usage Report, Queen Creek Little League Baseball end of season, and QC Hometown Christmas. A new member, Anati Zubia, will be introduced. The September 9 meeting minutes are also up for approval.
- Consideration and possible approval of the Concession Stand Policy
- Presentation of the Parks and Recreation Rate and Fees Annual Report
- Presentation of the FY25 Park Usage Report
- Queen Creek Little League Baseball end of season presentation
- Presentation on QC Hometown Christmas
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve the final list of activities for the Teen Drive-In Movie event. The meeting also includes presentations from two Arizona-based organizations and a work study session on event logistics.
- Approval of October 12, 2025, meeting minutes
- Presentation on Arizona Students for Mental Health organization
- Presentation on Arizona Institute for Education & the Economy
- Final list of event activities for the Teen Drive-In Movie event
- Review of Town Special Event Committee feedback and logistics for the Teen Drive-In Movie
Transportation Advisory Committee
The Queen Creek Transportation Advisory Committee will consider approving its 2026 Work Plan and regular meeting schedule, and receive presentations on the Superstition Vistas Multimodal Transportation Planning Study and Capital Improvement Program projects. Public comment is accepted on items not on the agenda. The meeting is November 13, 2025.
- Consideration and possible approval of Transportation Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
- Presentation and discussion on Superstition Vistas Multimodal Transportation Planning Study
- Presentation and discussion on Capital Improvement Program Projects
- Consideration and possible approval of regular meeting schedule
- Approval of August 14, 2025 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and site plans. The body will also discuss updates to the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment.
- San Tan Blvd & Ellsworth Rezone (P24-0101): 4.2-acre site from R1-43 to C-1 with PAD Overlay for a 30,644 sq ft office/medical development
- Ocotillo & Hawes Rezone (P23-0173): 2.72 acres from R1-43 to C-2 Commercial for a 7,630 sq ft funeral home
- Ocotillo & Hawes Site Plan (P24-0071) and Conditional Use Permit (P25-0088)
- Approval of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment updates
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council meets for a regular session with a lengthy consent agenda including large budget adjustments and transfers, a grant for police de-escalation training, and a public hearing on middle housing zoning amendments required by state law. The council will also consider a Transportation Master Plan, several professional services contracts, and intergovernmental agreements. Ceremonial items include proclamations for Epilepsy Awareness Month and Small Business Saturday.
- Budget adjustments and transfers of $34.6 million related to updated impact fee study (Item 8K)
- Budget carryforward of $45.6 million from Capital Improvement Program to create capacity for water resources (Item 8M)
- Grant of $321,470 from DOJ for de-escalation and crisis response training using scenario-based simulation (Item 8E)
- Master lease agreement for CO2 decontamination machine and cleaning system totaling $1,316,403 (Item 8H)
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance text amendments for middle housing per HB2721 (Item 9B)
Town Council Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council is meeting in executive session, closed to the public, to discuss legal advice and negotiations on several matters. These include the purchase of a lot with groundwater rights from Harquahala Valley Landowners, a reclaimed water agreement, and property purchases at 22048 and 24570 S Ellsworth Road. The council will also discuss the effective date of wastewater capacity fees.
- Discussion on Agreement for Purchase and Sale of a Lot with Groundwater Rights with Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC
- Discussion on recovered reclaimed water agreement
- Discussion on purchase of real property at 22048 S Ellsworth Road
- Discussion on effective date of wastewater capacity fees
- Discussion on entitlement status for property at 24570 S Ellsworth Road
Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee
The Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee will review minutes from its August 28, 2025 meeting, consider the 2026 work plan, and receive updates on several art initiatives. The primary focus is a discussion on the proposed Donation of Art Policy. Additional items include presentations on downtown developments and updates on the Traffic Cabinets Art Wraps pilot and the Community Art Asset Map.
- Approve August 28, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discuss 2026 Work Plan
- Presentation on Downtown Developments
- Discussion on Donation of Art Policy
- Update on Traffic Cabinets Art Wraps Pilot Project
Economic Development Commission
The Queen Creek Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve the FY26 Annual Work Plan priorities and the minutes from April and July 2025. They will also receive a presentation on the Transportation Master Plan and an update on development pipeline projects. The commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term.
- Consideration and possible approval of April 23, 2025 and July 23, 2025 minutes
- Discussion and possible action on election of Chair and Vice Chair (term Oct 2025–Oct 2026)
- Discussion and possible approval of FY26 Annual Work Plan priorities
- Presentation and discussion on the Transportation Master Plan
- Presentation and update on projects in the development pipeline
Joint Meeting of the Economic Development Commission and Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Commission and Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting to receive a presentation on the Tourism Strategic Plan and hear updates on downtown arts activities and economic development projects. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only. Public comment will be taken on non-agenda topics.
- Presentation and discussion on the Tourism Strategic Plan
- Update on Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Committee activities
- Update on economic development projects planned or underway in Queen Creek
- Reports from Chair, commission members, and staff on current events
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance text amendments. The body will also consider the adoption of its 2025 Policies and Procedures Manual.
- P25-0126 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments for HB2721 Middle Housing
- P25-0106 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for buffering adjacent to Utility facilities
- Adoption of the 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission Policies and Procedures Manual
- Transportation Master Plan Update discussion
- Planning Commission Public Presentation/Communication Skills Training
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will consider a consent agenda that includes major budget adjustments to pay off interfund loans and a $86.6 million US Bank loan, and record debt service for new refunding bonds. Other items include a $500,000 contract for the General Plan update, adoption of an Artificial Intelligence policy, and an ordinance adding a Special Events chapter. A public hearing is scheduled for a new liquor license at a Circle K on Meridian Road. Discussion items include a Recreation and Aquatic Center report and a transportation study.
- Budget adjustments to pay off $10M wastewater fund loan, $8M capacity fee loan, $86,646,450 US Bank loan; record $3,870,057 debt service for $69,800,000 refunding bonds (8D)
- Transfer of $35,134,160 from FY25-26 CIP new projects to contingency fund for water resources (8E)
- Professional services contract with Michael Baker International for $500,132 for Comprehensive General Plan Update (8G)
- Additional $50,000 spending authority for Brinc Drones UAV Public Safety System (total $450,000) (8F1)
- Adoption of Resolution 1648-25 adding an Artificial Intelligence policy to the Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual (8M)
Town Council Executive Session
This is an executive session, closed to the public, where the Queen Creek Town Council will discuss legal advice and strategy regarding a proposed purchase of a lot with groundwater rights from Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC, as well as potential annexations and utility service arrangements. No formal votes or decisions will occur during this session.
- Discussion of Agreement for Purchase and Sale of a Lot with Groundwater Rights with Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC
- Discussion of annexations and providing utility services
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee
The committee will consider approving past meeting minutes, hear a presentation on volunteer opportunities for the Pancake Breakfast, select a movie for the Teen Drive-In Movie event, and review a marketing flyer. During the work study session, members will discuss possible allocation of funds in 2026 and pre-show activities for the movie event.
- Approval of September 9 and October 6, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation on volunteer opportunities for the Pancake Breakfast community event
- Discussion and possible action on movie selection for Teen Drive-In Movie event
- Discussion and possible action on marketing flyer for Town approval
- Discussion on possible allocation of funds in 2026
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee - Work Study
The Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee is holding a work session to discuss and create a draft marketing flyer. This flyer is for the Teen Drive-In Movie event.
- Drafting of marketing flyer for Teen Drive-In Movie event
Town Council Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will meet in executive session to consult with its attorneys about two matters. First, they will discuss the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of a lot that includes groundwater rights with Harquahala Valley Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC. Second, they will consider possible intergovernmental agreements with the Town of San Tan Valley. The session is closed to the public.
- Discussion of Agreement for Purchase and Sale of a lot with groundwater rights with Harquahala Valley Harquahala Valley Landowners, LLC
- Discussion of potential intergovernmental agreements with the Town of San Tan Valley
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will consider several financial adjustments, including the closure of the Pay-As-You-Go Fund and the transfer of $12,588,272 to the General Fund. The body will also review design contracts for water and wastewater projects and grants for traffic enforcement.
- Transfer of $12,588,272 from the Pay-As-You-Go Fund to the General Fund
- Design services contract with WSP USA, Inc. for water and wastewater projects totaling $950,242
- Two grants from the Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety for DUI and traffic enforcement totaling $124,000
- Bedding/shavings contracts with four vendors up to $175,000 annually
- Notice of Intention to hold a public hearing on December 3, 2025, to increase wastewater capacity fees
Town Council Executive Session
This is a closed executive session under Arizona law for legal advice and potential agreements. Topics include water rights, a naming rights license for Arena 1 at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre, the Town's Planning Area, insurance claims, an exchange agreement with EPCOR, and evaluation of the Town Manager. No public decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of potential water rights agreements (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4),(7))
- Discussion of naming rights license for Arena 1 at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre
- Discussion regarding the Town's Planning Area
- Discussion of insurance claims
- Discussion of Exchange Agreement with EPCOR
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a regular meeting on September 17, 2025, to consider consent agenda items including closing the Town Center Fund and transferring $9.6 million to the General Fund. Public hearings are scheduled for zoning text amendments, including changes required by SB1611 regarding landscaping and open space, and for acceptance of the biennial development impact fee audit. The meeting also includes a vote on a $7.8 million reimbursement for infrastructure at Vineyard Towne Center and a grant for a critical incident management system.
- Close out Town Center Fund and transfer $9.6 million to General Fund
- Reimburse Vestar Arizona XLVI, LLC $7,810,030 for Vineyard Towne Center infrastructure
- Approve grant for Critical Incident Management Suite from Arizona Department of Administration ($333,167)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 875-25: zoning text amendments per SB1611 (landscaping, open space, turf elimination)
- Public hearing on biennial development impact fee audit for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24
Town Council Executive Session
This is an executive session of the Queen Creek Town Council closed to the public. The council will discuss potential water rights agreements with the town's attorneys for legal advice under state law exemptions. The meeting includes only procedural items and the executive session discussion.
- Discussion of potential water rights agreements with town attorneys (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4)&(7))
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting and a work study session. A public hearing on a zoning ordinance text amendment (P25-0106) regarding buffering adjacent to utility facilities has a continuance requested. Other items include approval of August meeting minutes, a planning activity update, and work study discussions on middle housing and commission policies.
- Public Hearing: Continuance requested for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment P25-0106 on Design Standards Section 3 – buffering adjacent to utility facilities
- Consent Agenda: Approval of August 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Administrative: Planning Recent Activity Update by Planning Manager Erik Swanson
- Work Study: Middle Housing Update by Principal Planner Sarah Clark (discussion only)
- Work Study: Discussion on Planning and Zoning Commission Policies and Procedures Manual
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the current status of the Recreation and Aquatic Center. The body is also considering approvals for youth sports partnership, field allocation, and rental policy changes.
- Possible approval of Youth Sports Partnerships, Field Allocation, and Field Rental Policy Changes
- Possible approval of the Standardized Youth Sports Partner Presentation Template
- Discussion on the status of the Recreation and Aquatic Center
- Nomination and appointment of Vice Chair
- Discussion on the proposed 2026 meeting calendar
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee will consider approving August meeting minutes, discuss core values marketing graphics, and decide on its involvement in the Recreation Center’s Halloween Event. A work study session will include a presentation and discussion of the Parks and Recreation Drive-In Movie Event and related marketing efforts.
- Consideration and possible approval of August 12, 2025, meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion of the Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee’s core values marketing graphics
- Discussion and possible action on Committee's involvement at the Recreation Center’s Halloween Event
- Presentation and discussion of the Park’s and Recreation’s Drive-In Movie Event
- Discussion of the Drive-in Movie Event marketing efforts
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will vote on numerous consent agenda items, including a $15 million transfer from the Wastewater Capacity Fee Fund to the Operating Budget and a $1.56 million contract for cleanup at the Meridian Road pit site. Public hearings include a new liquor license for Safeway #209 and a proposal for a 65-foot wireless communication tower. Presentations are scheduled on data trends, the Transportation Master Plan, and a dog park project.
- Consideration of $15,020,026 transfer from Wastewater Capacity Fee Fund to Operating Budget (item H)
- Approval of $1,564,626 construction contract for Meridian Road pit site cleanup (item J)
- Annexation of 4.4 acres at Riggs and Signal Butte roads (item N)
- Public hearing for 65-foot wireless communication tower at Tilson Crismon Heights (public hearing item C)
- Appointment of Clifford Mattice as Town Attorney (item B)
Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee
The Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee will consider approving the minutes from the June 26 2025 Downtown Arts and Placemaking Advisory Commission meeting and the July 23 2025 Joint Economic Development Commission and Downtown Arts and Placemaking Advisory Commission meeting. The committee will also receive updates on traffic cabinet artwork, the community art asset map, donations and sponsorships, and will review winners of the Constitution Week Contest. Public comment is allowed, limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Consider and possibly approve June 26 2025 and July 23 2025 commission meeting minutes
- Update on Traffic Cabinet artwork and locations
- Review the Queen Creek Community Art Asset Map collection
- Update on donations and sponsorships for art and placemaking activities
- Review and selection of winners of the Constitution Week Contest
Town Council Special Meeting & Executive Session (Mid-Year Planning Session)
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a Mid‑Year Strategic Planning Session to review the town's water and wastewater systems, consider becoming a Designated Water Provider, and examine the Ag‑Urban Program Implementation Plan. The meeting includes an executive‑session portion to discuss possible contracts for wastewater treatment water replenishment, the EPCOR Exchange Agreement, and a potential purchase of water assets to offset CAGRD fees.
- Discussion of Queen Creek's water and wastewater systems
- Consideration of designating the town as a Water Provider
- Review of the Ag‑Urban Program Implementation Plan
- Executive‑session talk on potential wastewater treatment contracts and the EPCOR Exchange Agreement
- Executive‑session talk on potential purchase of water assets to offset CAGRD fees
Transportation Advisory Committee
The Transportation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Queen Creek Transportation Master Plan. The body will also receive updates on private development and Capital Improvement Program projects.
- Presentation and discussion on the Queen Creek Transportation Master Plan
- Update on Private Development in the Town of Queen Creek
- Update on Capital Improvement Program Projects
- Possible approval of Chair and Vice Chair appointments for term August 14, 2025 to August 31, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two staff-initiated text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance required by state laws SB1611 and HB2447. These amendments address landscaping, open space, turf elimination, and administrative approval of planning applications. A public hearing will also be held on a conditional use permit for a 65-foot wireless communication tower. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Cases P25-0006 and P25-0046: Tilson Crismon Heights Wireless Communication Facility – site plan and conditional use permit for a 65-foot tower for up to three carriers
- Public hearing on P25-0090: SB1611 Text Amendments – changes to landscaping, open space, and turf requirements related to groundwater savings credits
- Public hearing on P25-0086: HB2447 Text Amendments – allowing administrative review and approval of planning applications without public hearing
- Consent agenda: Approval of July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Teen Advisory Committee will consider nominating and appointing its Chair and Vice Chair for the term beginning August 12, 2025 and ending May 31, 2026. It will also review and possibly approve the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee will discuss the structure, layout, name, marketing, and film selection for a planned drive‑in movie event and present the town's Founders Day event and volunteer opportunity. Public comment is allowed on items not listed on the agenda.
- Nomination and appointment of Chair and Vice Chair (term Aug 12, 2025 – May 31, 2026)
- Consideration and possible approval of the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation of the Town of Queen Creek's Founders Day event and volunteer opportunity
- Discussion on the structure, layout, name, and marketing of the Drive‑In Movie Event
- Discussion on the movie title to be shown at the Drive‑In Movie Event
Town Council Executive Session
This is a procedural agenda for an executive session closed to the public. The council will discuss the hiring and salary of a new Town Attorney and consult with attorneys on a potential lease of real property in the Town Center. No votes or public decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion and consideration of employment, assignment, and salary for a new Town Attorney
- Discussion with attorneys regarding a potential lease of real property in the Town Center
Town Council Executive Session
The council will move into executive session to consult with town attorneys on several matters. Topics include potential water rights agreements, code amendments for special events, a contract with Solomon Hill, LLC, a possible amendment to the Box Canyon Development Agreement, and agreements with the U.S. Post Office. The session is closed to the public per state law.
- Legal consultation on potential water rights agreements
- Legal consultation on code amendments and special events regulation
- Legal consultation on agreements with Solomon Hill, LLC
- Legal consultation on possible amendment to the Box Canyon Development Agreement
- Legal consultation on agreements with the Post Office
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider a consent agenda including a $825,660 pre-construction contract for the new Police Department Headquarters, as well as several zoning text amendments and an annexation. A public hearing will address a rezone request for a medical office building near downtown. The council will also discuss a development impact fee audit and set a hearing for September.
- $825,660 Construction Manager at Risk pre-construction contract for new Police Department Headquarters and secure parking (CIP MF020 and MF021)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 871-25 for Matheson Medical PAD rezone and site plan (2.03 acres at Ocotillo Road and Ellsworth Loop Road)
- Annexation of approximately 5 acres at San Tan Blvd and Ellsworth Road (Case P24-0102)
- Zoning text amendments to increase lot coverage in R1-54, R1-43, R1-35 districts (Ordinance 869-25)
- $424,543 for preliminary engineering on Power Road from Hunt Highway to Riggs Road (CIP A1406)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several public‑hearing items, including a request to rezone about 2.03 acres at the southeast corner of Ocotillo Road and Ellsworth Loop Road from C‑2 General Commercial to Downtown Core with a PAD overlay, and to approve a site plan for a two‑story, 20,000‑sq‑ft office building. Additional items are text amendments to zoning ordinances for medical/clinic uses, rural residential lot coverage, and drive‑through teller lane requirements. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda approval of June 11, 2025 minutes and a legislative update.
- Rezone ~2.03 acres at Ocotillo Rd & Ellsworth Loop Rd to Downtown Core PAD (P25‑0053)
- Approve site plan for ~20,000‑sq‑ft two‑story office building (P25‑0054)
- Ordinance text amendment for medical/clinic uses in EMP‑A and EMP‑B districts (P25‑0077)
- Ordinance amendment to increase lot coverage in R1‑54, R1‑43, R1‑35 districts (P25‑0078)
- Ordinance amendment removing CUP for drive‑through teller lanes at stand‑alone banks (P25‑0079)
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold public hearings on a proposed 15% increase to water rates and on a conditional use permit for a livestock training operation. The consent agenda includes several spending approvals, a property sale, and a grant for DUI enforcement. Discussion items include updates on the Banner Ironwood Medical Center and the tourism strategic plan.
- Public hearing on 15% water rate increase and Resolution No. 1641-25
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for D&D Mini-Ranch stock dog training and livestock operation
- Consent item: Amendment No. 1 with Consulting Engineering Inc. for Google Fiber support, not to exceed $846,479
- Consent item: Sale of town-owned property at Ellsworth and Ocotillo Roads to RBS Queen Creek LLC for $41,200
- Consent item: Grant from Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety for DUI enforcement, $50,000
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly approve policy changes for youth sports partnerships, field allocation, and field rentals. They will also hear presentations on data analytics tools (Placer.ai) and facility certification for accessibility (IBCCES). The meeting includes consideration of previous meeting minutes and discussion on committee attendance and term limits.
- Consideration and possible approval of Youth Sports Partnerships, Field Allocation, and Field Rental Policy Changes
- Presentation and discussion on the Placer.ai algorithm and underlying assumptions
- Presentation on the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) Program and Facility Certification Process
- Discussion on youth sports partner presentation standards and contract compliance review
- Discussion on Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee attendance and term limits
Downtown Arts & Placemaking Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss and consider approving the May 29, 2025 minutes. They will also discuss the Queen Creek Community Art Asset Map, Constitution Week activities, and a possible 'I Voted Badge' art contest for the 2026 election. The main item is a review of recommendations for the Downtown Art & Placemaking Master Plan.
- Discussion of the Queen Creek Community Art Asset Map
- Update on Constitution Week activities
- Possible 'I Voted Badge' art contest for 2026 election
- Review of Downtown Art & Placemaking Master Plan recommendations
- Consideration of May 29, 2025 meeting minutes
Town Council Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss legal advice regarding code amendments and special events regulation, as well as the potential sale of real property in the Town Center. No decisions will be made in this session.
- Discussion on legal advice for code amendments and special events regulation (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3))
- Discussion on potential sale of real property in the Town Center (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), (4) & (7))
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a regular session with consent items, public hearings, and discussion items. Key action includes a public hearing on a PAD overlay amendment for a 166-lot single-family townhome development at Sossaman and Rittenhouse Roads. Consent items include contracts for water main design, office lease, and hydrological support. Discussion items cover wastewater billing and median landscape maintenance.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 868-25 for Rittenhouse Commons 2 PAD Overlay (166 townhome lots on 16.5 acres at Sossaman and Rittenhouse Roads)
- Project Order for Sierra Vista Drive potable water transmission main design, not to exceed $476,333
- Lease agreement with Solomon Hill, LLC for former preschool at 22048 S Ellsworth Road, with $232,568 budget adjustment
- Professional services contract with Clear Creek Associates for hydrological support and well installation at Meridian Recharge Site, not to exceed $305,306
- Public hearing consent: Ordinances amending nighttime construction regulations and nuisance enforcement procedures
Town Council Executive Session - CANCELED
The scheduled executive session for June 4, 2025, was canceled. The agenda had listed a discussion with attorneys regarding potential water rights agreements.
- Discussion and consultation with attorneys regarding potential water rights agreements
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will consider and possibly approve Ordinance 865-25, which levies primary property tax for public safety operations for FY 2025-26. The consent agenda includes a $1.43 million debt prepayment, a $3.28 million sewer crossing project, and numerous service agreements and expenditure approvals totaling millions. Council will also appoint a representative to the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority board.
- Ordinance 865-25 – levy of primary property tax for public safety operations FY 2025-26
- Prepayment of $1,430,000 to Greater Arizona Development Authority for early redemption of 2014A Obligations
- Approval of Job Order #06 for Union Pacific Railroad Sewer Crossing Project (CIP WW100) at $3,278,100
- Purchase of 1,224.90 groundwater extinguishment credits from Taylor Morrison for $346,108
- Approval of FY25/26 expenditures including $2.77M for fuel, $1.85M for legal services, and $1.94M for library operations
Town Council Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss water rights, service, delivery, and contracts with the town attorney and representatives under state law exemptions. No public decisions will be made; the meeting is procedural.
- Discussion and consultation on potential water rights, service, delivery, and contracts under A.R.S. §§ 38-431.03(A)(3), (4) & (7)
Town Council Executive Session
This is an executive session closed to the public. The Town Council will meet privately with attorneys to discuss potential water rights agreements and annexations/utility services, citing state law exemptions for legal advice and negotiations. No public decisions will be made.
- Discussion with attorneys on potential water rights agreements
- Discussion with attorneys on annexations and providing utility services
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2025-26 Final Budget. The consent agenda includes multiple spending increases, intergovernmental agreements for school resource officers, and a water interconnection deal with Gilbert. A public hearing is also set for the annexation of a 4.4-acre parcel at Riggs and Signal Butte roads.
- Public hearing and possible adoption of FY 2025-26 Final Budget (Resolution 1639-25)
- Annexation of 4.4 acres at southwest corner of Riggs and Signal Butte roads (Case P24-0190)
- IGAs for School Resource Officers at Crismon High, Queen Creek High, and Casteel High schools
- Additional $1,000,000 spending authority for well site backup generators
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Gilbert for potable water interconnection and transfer of 3,972 acre-feet of effluent credits
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and final actions on the tentative FY2025-26 budget of $682.7 million, a proposed 15% increase in water rates, and a $14.9 million land purchase. The consent agenda includes contracts for a new ambulance, drone system expansion, traffic signal equipment, and a design contract for a Public Works building. Ceremonial items include proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and recognition of Eagle Scouts.
- Consideration of FY2025-26 tentative budget of $682.7M with public hearing set for May 21
- Public hearing and possible approval of 15% increase in water rates, with final action scheduled July 16
- Approval of $14.9M purchase of 30 acres southeast of Meridian Road and Queen Creek Wash
- Design services contract with Gabor Lorant Architects for $2,858,881 for Public Works and CIP building
- Purchase of a 2026 Horton ambulance for $462,968 and additional $330,000 for Brinc Drones UAV system
Town Council Regular Session
The Town Council will consider a consent agenda including multiple spending authorizations, notably a $4.2 million contract for water infrastructure projects funded by ARPA, and a resolution amending a pre-annexation agreement with Jorde Farms. The council will also decide whether to send a letter opposing a mixed-use rezoning in Pinal County, and hold a public hearing on a new liquor license for Your Pie restaurant.
- $4,243,811 contract with Hunter Contracting for Wales Ranch Ridge and Main Plant Tank and Booster Projects (water infrastructure) using ARPA funds
- Additional $1,000,000 spending authority for Swain electrical services (total $2.9M)
- Resolution 1637-25 amending Jorde Farms pre-annexation agreement to add a religious institution site
- Letter to Pinal County Board of Supervisors opposing Gantzel & Algarve Mixed Use Rezoning
- Public hearing on new Series 12 liquor license for Your Pie at 25004 S 206th Street
Town Council Budget Meeting
The Town Council will convene to discuss the Town Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 25-26, which totals $682.7 million. The meeting agenda includes a review of the April 8, 2024 Budget Meeting minutes and a discussion on the departmental and capital budgets.
- Review of April 8, 2024 Budget Meeting minutes
- Discussion on FY 25-26 Town Manager's Recommended Budget ($682.7 million)
- Review of Departmental and Capital Budgets
Town Council Executive Session
The Town Council will meet in a closed executive session to receive legal advice. Discussions will focus on water rights, service delivery, contracts, and the purchase of property from Queen Creek Acres, LLC.
- Discussion of potential water rights, service delivery, and contracts
- Discussion regarding purchase of property from Queen Creek Acres, LLC
Town Council Executive Session
This is a closed executive session where the Town Council will meet privately with attorneys to discuss legal strategy and negotiations on three topics: refinancing town obligations, potential water rights and service contracts, and a Pinal County real property development. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion and legal consultation on refinancing Town obligations (A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3)&(4))
- Discussion and legal consultation on potential water rights, service delivery, and contracts (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4)&7)
- Discussion and legal consultation on a Pinal County real property development (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3)&(4))
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will vote on Resolution 1636-25, which authorizes financing agreements for utility infrastructure up to $60 million. The council will also act on several consent‑agenda items, including budget reallocations, a $548,000 playground purchase, and floodplain ordinance amendments. Public hearings will be held on a new restaurant liquor license and a Safeway fuel station conditional use permit.
- Approve FY 24‑25 budget amendments reallocating $2,158,682 with a $1,462,821 contingency decrease
- Authorize a $548,000 purchase for a replacement play structure at Founders Park (Play It Safe Playgrounds)
- Adopt Ordinances 860‑25 and 861‑25 amending the Town Floodplain Ordinance for Pinal and Maricopa counties
- Consider a Series 12 restaurant liquor license for Queen Creek BBQ Co. at 21824 S Ellsworth Road
- Hold a public hearing on the Safeway Fuel Station conditional use permit at the Harvest Station commercial center
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider and vote on several consent agenda items, including approval of up to $30 million annually in construction services contracts for tank rehabilitation and construction, a $1.05 million radio system purchase for police and fire, and a $543,417 traffic signal installation at Queen Creek Road and 220th Street. The council will also discuss an update from the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority but no action will be taken.
- Appointment of Amber Bordes to the Planning and Zoning Commission
- Additional $504,000 for Motorola portable and mobile radios for Police, Fire & Medical, total $1,054,000
- Job Order Contracting contracts for tank rehabilitation with L&M Painting Co., Smyth Industries, and Southwest Tank, up to $30,000,000 annually
- Cooperative agreement with CS Construction for electrical work and installation of a traffic signal at Queen Creek Road and 220th Street for $543,417
- Purchase of a used 2019 Caterpillar 930 Loader from Empire CAT for $123,334
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will vote on a 60-day notice of intention to hold a public hearing on May 7, 2025, to consider a 15% increase to water rates. The council will also consider approving $18.7 million in revenue budget amendments for FY 2024-25 and several consent agenda items, including a $5 million increase for the Crismon Road widening project and a land purchase for water booster pumps.
- 60-day notice of intention for a public hearing on 15% water rate increase (May 7, 2025)
- Approval of $18,736,685 in FY 2024-25 revenue budget amendments
- Amendment #1 to Crismon Road Widening Project (Cloud to Riggs) increasing total to $10,700,000
- Purchase agreement for parcel 104-24-001K at Kenworthy and Ocotillo Roads for booster pumps, not to exceed $102,746
- Additional $100,000 for Epifini Landscaping roadside maintenance services (new total $326,000)
Town Council Regular & Executive Session
The Town Council will discuss water revenue and downtown land activation. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts, street light district creations, and an amendment to the town code regarding fireworks.
- Resolution 1635-25 to rename Pima Road between Meridian Road and Ironwood Drive to Queen Creek Road
- Expenditure of $622,000 for firefighting equipment and emergency vehicle upfitting
- Engineering design contracts with Colliers Engineering & Design for waterlines at Rolling Ridge Drive ($170,720) and Schnepf Road ($112,640)
- Creation of Street Light Improvement Districts 171, 172, 173, and 174
- Ordinance No. 859-25 amending Town Code regarding fireworks
Town Council Executive Session
The Town Council will meet in a closed executive session to consult with attorneys. Discussions will focus on potential water rights agreements and regulations regarding special events and code amendments.
- Consultation on potential water rights agreements
- Discussion regarding code amendments and special events regulation
Town Council Regular Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a regular meeting with consent agenda items including contracts for furniture, park design, road improvements, and water rights, as well as public hearings on a General Plan Amendment and rezone for The Depot at Rittenhouse, a rezone and site plan for Carder Development, and a conditional use permit renewal. The council will also discuss a Capital Improvement Projects update.
- Resolution 1633-25 adopting the Town's Development Impact Fee Schedule
- Public hearing on The Depot at Rittenhouse Major General Plan Amendment (10 acres, Rittenhouse and Germann roads) and rezone to EMP-A
- Agreement with Arizona Department of Public Safety for $175,000 retention and recruitment services
- Project Order #02 with Gavan and Barker Inc. for Founders Park Dog Park design at $173,424 plus budget adjustment of $2,903,424
- Amendment #03 with Stanley Consultants for Hawes Road improvements (Ocotillo to Rittenhouse) increasing contract by $150,755
Town Council Regular & Executive Session
The Queen Creek Town Council will meet to consider a consent agenda including expenditure approvals, resolutions on financial audits and impact fees, and a re-appointment of the Vice Mayor. Discussions will include an update on the 2024 Housing Needs Assessment and an emergency preparedness review. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on water infrastructure contracts.
- Consideration and possible approval to re-appoint Council Member Leah Martineau as Vice Mayor for a term ending January 2026.
- Consideration and possible approval of Resolution No. 1625-25 accepting the Town's FY 2023-24 financial statements and audit reports.
- Consent agenda: $138,000 contract to Wildan Engineering for code enforcement inspection services.
- Consent agenda: $100,000 increase (total $300,000) to AZ Code Consultants for building plan review and inspections.
- Executive session to discuss negotiation of water infrastructure contracts (A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4),(7)).