Maricopa County public meetings in 2021

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting and approved all art submittals for the upcoming Recycle into Art-Upcycle Gallery. No action was taken on supporting methods for local events and promotions. The committee discussed ideas for the Multicultural Festival and future agenda items, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved all art submittals for Recycle into Art-Upcycle Gallery (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on December 15, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not discussed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a new Public Safety Facility, a rezoning of 15 acres for multifamily and commercial use, a site plan for 228 multifamily units, and a planned area development for Anderson Farms. It also discussed minor code changes and tabled the city's first Multi-Family Residential Design Guidelines.

• Approved site plan for new Public Safety Facility at Wilson and Garvey Avenues (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 15 acres from CB-2 to MU-G at Honeycutt and Continental Roads (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 228 multifamily units at Honeycutt and Continental Roads (unanimous)
• Approved Anderson Farms Planned Area Development at Murphy and Farrell Roads (unanimous)
• Tabled Multi-Family Residential Design Guidelines (4-1)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes and voted to recommend pausing game night until May 2022. No action was taken on supporting local events or a resource proposal. Several items were discussed without decisions.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to pause game night until May 2022 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a $25,388,785 budget for the new Police Administration Building and Emergency Communication Center, revising project #38049 to cover construction, IT/communications, and outfitting. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a land sale, a rezoning, a subdivision plat, a liquor license, and meeting cancellations. Vincent Manfredi was appointed Vice Mayor. The meeting included public comments about ambulance shortages and a proclamation for Kwanzaa.

• Approved $25,388,785 budget for Police Administration Building and Emergency Communication Center (unanimous)
• Approved sale of .52 acres to Tibirin, LLC for $67,953.60 (consent)
• Approved rezoning of ~330 acres at Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy and Hartman Rd to PAD (consent)
• Approved final plat for Anderson Farms Phase 1A (consent)
• Approved third 6-month extension for Apex Condominium Plat (consent)
• Approved liquor license for MOD Pizza (consent)
• Approved cancellation of several 2021-2022 council meetings (consent)
• Appointed Vincent Manfredi as Vice Mayor (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately went into executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss five matters: legal options regarding water improvement districts, the Planning and Zoning Commission's legal authority, emergency management services, a potential real property purchase, and potential annexations. No votes or decisions were made in open session; the council only authorized the executive sessions and then adjourned.

• Held executive session ES 21-33 on water district concerns
• Held executive session ES 21-34 on Planning and Zoning Commission authority
• Held executive session ES 21-35 on emergency management services
• Held executive session ES 21-36 on potential real property purchase
• Held executive session ES 21-37 on potential annexations
• Adjourned at 10:00 p.m. after reconvening from regular meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on November 24, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not discussed.

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee approved marketing materials submitted by Peggy Chapados for local events/promotions, and unanimously approved the October 21, 2021 meeting minutes. The committee also discussed department updates, including banner placement, and plans for hosting a booth at the 2021 Main Street Marketplace on November 27, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved marketing submitted by Peggy Chapados (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved a major General Plan amendment (GPA21-03) to change approximately 995 acres at the northeast corner of N. Anderson Road and W. Miller Road from undesignated to Master Planned Community (MPC), requested by Iplan Consulting on behalf of W Holdings. The council also unanimously approved a second General Plan amendment (GPA21-02) for about 100 acres at the southeast corner of Porter Rd and Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, changing land use to Medium Density Residential. Both approvals were part of the regular agenda after public hearings. The consent agenda, including zoning code changes, subdivision plats, and rezoning ordinances, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved Major General Plan Amendment GPA21-03 for Santa Cruz Ranch (995 acres to MPC) (unanimous)
• Approved Major General Plan Amendment GPA21-02 for Kelly Ranches (100 acres to Medium Density Residential) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including ORD 21-18 (political sign rules), RES 21-47 (Tortosa streets), and four Cortona subdivision plats (unanimous)
• Approved RES 21-50 and ORD 21-21 (land use and rezoning for 40.43 acres at W Steen Rd and N Murphy Rd) (unanimous)
• Approved ORD 21-22 (rezoning 489.1 acres at SR 238 and Green Road to PAD) (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on East/West Corridor project (discussion only)
• Heard presentation on Maricopa Express Transit in-house option (discussion only)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council held a special meeting with its Washington, DC lobbying team, Nexxus Consulting, to discuss federal legislation and funding opportunities. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, covering the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, water funds, and Highway 347 expansion funding.

• Met with Nexxus Consulting to discuss federal legislation and agencies (no vote)
• Discussed $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including $5 billion for Arizona
• Discussed $7 billion in water funds within the BIF bill for water line development
• Discussed Highway 347 expansion, estimated at $225 million, with $156 million allocated, and potential Raise grant application in 2022

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the October 18, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Members heard reports from the chair and community services staff, discussed supporting local events and the Senior Resources page, and received updates on the 2022 Senior Info/Expo planning. No action was taken on a resource proposal presented by Ron Smith.

• Approved October 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed chair's report (no action)
• Discussed community services staff report (no action)
• Discussed methods for supporting local events/promotions/Senior Resources page (no action)
• Discussed 2022 Senior Info/Expo planning updates (no action)
• Heard resource proposal by Ron Smith; no action taken
• Discussed future agenda items (no action)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a rezoning request by Lincoln Avenue Capital for 12 acres from General Business to General Mixed Use for a multifamily development, with a 4-2 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a 312-unit multifamily site plan, the Sanctuary Planned Area Development, and preliminary plats for Red Valley Ranch and Desert Passage Parcel 8. A related site plan for 228 multifamily units was tabled, and a presentation on design guidelines was discussed.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 312-unit multifamily development at N. Porter Road and W. Applegate Road (unanimous)
• Disapproved rezoning of 12 acres at Honeycutt and Continental Roads from CB-2 to MU-G (4-2)
• Tabled site plan for 228 multifamily units at Honeycutt and Continental (unanimous)
• Approved Sanctuary Planned Area Development with stipulation (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Red Valley Ranch, 164.3 acres, with stipulation (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Desert Passage Parcel 8, 64 lots (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission met in a special session and immediately entered an executive session to discuss legal advice regarding its role and authority. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned after the executive session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (unanimous)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board

The Board approved minutes, appointed a local board secretary, approved four lateral police officer transfers, acknowledged a new member's physical exam, and acknowledged four separations with no disability. A medical retirement request for Robert Wenderoth was tabled. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved minutes from Feb 25, 2021 meeting
• Approved appointment of local board secretary
• Approved lateral transfers for Erick Solis, Cory Benoit, Timothy Nye, Joshua Fox Sr.
• Approved Zakery Louis into PSPRS effective 7/22/2021
• Acknowledged separations of Robert Bertrand, Naritha Demps, Adam Webber, Martha Zayas with no disability
• Tabled medical retirement request for Robert Wenderoth

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council approved a rezoning of approximately 13 acres at the southeast corner of N. Porter Road and W. Applegate Road from Light Industry & Warehouse (CI-1) to General Mixed Use (MU-G), despite public concerns about traffic and multi-family development. The council also approved a consent agenda including a land purchase from ADOT, an intergovernmental agreement for flood control maintenance, a General Plan land use amendment, and an ordinance eliminating the Merit Board. A presentation on cemetery possibilities was heard, with consensus to move forward with exploring a city cemetery.

• Approved rezoning of 13 acres at Porter & Applegate to General Mixed Use (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous) including: final plat for Lakes at Rancho El Dorado Parcel 55
• Approved purchase of .796 acres from ADOT for $260,000
• Approved IGA with Pinal County Flood Control District for Eagle Shadow maintenance
• Approved resolution designating election date and candidate filing deadlines
• Approved General Plan Land Use Amendment for 27.09 acres at Porter & Applegate to Mixed Use
• Approved ordinance eliminating Merit Board and related election referral
• Approved One Arizona Opioid Settlement Funds Agreement

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered executive session to discuss legal advice related to the City's Meet and Confer process and a potential real property purchase agreement. No formal decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Held executive session on Meet and Confer legal advice (ES 21-30)
• Held executive session on potential real property purchase agreement (ES 21-31)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on October 27, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not discussed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved all seven agenda items, including three General Plan amendments, two Planned Area Developments, a conditional use permit, and a subdivision plat amendment. The most contested decision was the Santa Cruz Ranch amendment, which passed 4-2. All other items passed unanimously or with one dissenting vote.

• Approved Santa Cruz Ranch General Plan amendment to Master Planned Community (4-2)
• Approved Kelly Ranches General Plan amendment to Medium Density Residential (unanimous)
• Approved Maricopa 40 General Plan amendment to Master Planned Community (5-1)
• Approved Maricopa 40 Planned Area Development rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Moonlight Ridge Planned Area Development rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved AT&T Pacana Park conditional use permit (unanimous)
• Approved Anderson Farms Phase 1B preliminary plat amendment (unanimous)

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved the September minutes, approved marketing submitted by Maricopa Friends of the Arts, selected the final ten artists for the Arts Initiative, and agreed to host a booth at the 2021 Main Street Marketplace. They also approved all 19 chosen photos except nude photos for the event. No public comments were made, and the chair's report was not given.

• Approved September 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved marketing submitted by Maricopa Friends of the Arts (unanimous)
• Approved final Arts Initiative Finalists (unanimous)
• Approved attending Main Street Marketplace on Nov 27, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved all 19 chosen photos except nude photos (unanimous)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved its revised mission statement, new goals, and a date change for the December meeting. It also approved the September minutes and discussed reports on local events, game night statistics, and future agenda items. No public comments were made.

• Approved September 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revised mission statement (unanimous)
• Moved December 20, 2021 meeting to December 13, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved three new Committee goals (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council approved two resolutions authorizing the acquisition of property, including via eminent domain, for the widening of Porter Road and improvements to the East West Corridor from SR 347 to Maricopa Casa Grande Highway. Both resolutions passed with votes from the four present councilmembers. The council also held an executive session to discuss potential annexations and growth-related agreements.

• Approved RES 21-42 authorizing property acquisition for Porter Road widening, including utility easements (4-0)
• Approved RES 21-43 authorizing property acquisition for East West Corridor improvements from SR 347 to Maricopa Casa Grande Highway (4-0)
• Held executive session to discuss annexations and growth agreements (no action taken)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two items: a General Plan amendment for 27.09 acres from Public/Institutional to Mixed Use, and a rezoning of approximately 13 acres from Light Industry & Warehouse to General Mixed Use, both at the southeast corner of N. Porter Road and W. Applegate Road. Both approvals were unanimous. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and a staff update on future meeting dates.

• Approved General Plan amendment GPA 21-05 for 27.09 acres to Mixed Use (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning ZON 21-03 for ~13 acres to General Mixed Use (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 9 and September 13, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council approved the consent agenda, which included accepting public improvements and maintenance responsibility for streets in Tortosa subdivision Parcel G and The Lakes at Rancho El Dorado Parcel 49-50. The council also heard presentations on fire prevention, domestic violence awareness, and an economic development update, but took no other substantive actions.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting
• Accepted streets in Tortosa subdivision Parcel G into city maintenance system
• Accepted streets in The Lakes at Rancho El Dorado Parcel 49-50 into city maintenance system

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission held public hearings on two General Plan amendments (GPA 21-03 and GPA 21-02) but took no action on them, discussing them only. The commission approved a text amendment (TXT 21-01) to revise the zoning code regarding political signs, aligning it with state law. The minutes from August 9 and September 13, 2021, were tabled.

• Approved text amendment TXT 21-01 revising political sign regulations (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of minutes from August 9 and September 13, 2021 meetings
• Held public hearing on GPA 21-03 (995 acres MPC) - discussion only, no action
• Held public hearing on GPA 21-02 (100 acres residential) - discussion only, no action

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved fee waivers for three community events: Relay for Life at Copper Sky Regional Park, Alcoholics Anonymous Holiday Pot Luck at the library, and the Israel Calderon Benefit Charity Softball Tournament. The waivers cover up to $1,200, $400 in room fees, and $2,500 in soft/hard costs, respectively. No action was taken on supporting methods for local events, and a sports presentation was tabled.

• Approved minutes from August 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver up to $1,200 for Relay for Life at Copper Sky Regional Park (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver of $400 for Alcoholics Anonymous Holiday Pot Luck at library (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver up to $2,500 for Israel Calderon Benefit Charity Softball Tournament (unanimous)
• No action taken on supporting methods for local events/promotions
• Tabled youth and adult sports presentation

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the sale of approximately 4.22 acres of city-owned property to Shea Connelly Development LLC for $1,287,738.14. The Council also approved several intergovernmental agreements, including one with the Arizona Department of Public Safety to enhance law enforcement against criminal gang activity and two with the Pinal Regional Transportation Authority for road and public transportation funding. The meeting was called to order at 7:06 pm and adjourned at 7:46 pm.

• Approved the sale of 4.22 acres at Edison Rd. and Wilson Ave to Shea Connelly Development LLC for $1,287,738.14
• Approved the Second Amendment to the Development Agreement with Hogenes Farms and TRS 15, LLC
• Approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with the AZ Department of Public Safety for a one-year contract to enhance law enforcement against criminal gang activity
• Approved an Intergovernmental Transportation Funding Agreement with PRTA for the East West Corridor Reimbursement, positioning the city to receive $4.2 million
• Approved an Intergovernmental Transportation Funding Agreement with PRTA for Public Transportation Expenses
• Approved the minutes from the September 7, 2021 City Council Regular meeting

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved purchasing clips, chap stick, jar openers, and back scratchers as giveaways for the 2022 Senior Info Expo. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2021 meeting. No action was taken on supporting methods for local events or on the mission statement, which were only discussed.

• Approved the August 16, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved purchasing clips, chap stick, jar openers, and back scratchers for the 2022 Senior Info Expo giveaway
• Discussed a report from Chair Koczor (no action)
• Discussed a report from Community Services staff (no action)
• Discussed supporting methods for local events and the Senior Resources page (no action taken)
• Discussed ideas and possible changes for the 2022 Senior Info Expo (action taken on giveaways)
• Reviewed August's Multigenerational Game Night statistics (discussion only)
• Reviewed the current Committee mission statement (no action taken)

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved marketing submitted by Maricopa Friends of the Arts and approved a Solo Artists Gallery application by Tom Gehring, excluding nude photos. The updated 2021-2023 Arts Calendar was tabled, and no action was taken on a new Call to Artists.

• Approved August 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved marketing submitted by Maricopa Friends of the Arts (unanimous)
• Approved Solo Artists Gallery application by Tom Gehring, all 19 photos except nude photos (unanimous)
• Tabled updated 2021-2023 Arts Calendar

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a request to initiate a text amendment to the City of Maricopa Zoning Code, updating Sec.18.115.120.C to be consistent with A.R.S. The motion was made by Commissioner Yocum and seconded by Commissioner Irving. The commission also discussed three subdivision preliminary-plat previews (from KB Homes, Lennar Homes, and CVL on behalf of Crescent Bay Land Fund 1, LLC) but took no action on them. Minutes from the June 28 and July 12, 2021 meetings were approved.

• Approved request to initiate zoning code text amendment TXT 21-01 (motion by Yocum, second by Irving)
• Approved minutes from June 28 and July 12, 2021 meetings (motion by Frank, second by Irving)
• Discussed SUB 21-08 KB Homes preliminary-plat preview (no action)
• Discussed SUB 21-12 Lennar Homes amended preliminary-plat preview (no action)
• Discussed SUB 21-20 Crescent Bay Land Fund preliminary-plat preview (no action)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included a special event liquor license for Native Grill & Wings' Salsa Night Market, an intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for court administration, a final plat for Sorrento Phase 3, an ordinance eliminating the requirement for ordinances to be read before introduction, minutes from August 17, 2021, a land purchase from G5 Investments for $222,156, and city road improvements. The council also heard presentations on the Arizona Legislature's 2021 session and the Seven Ranches Land Use Study, but took no action on these items.

• Approved special event liquor license for Native Grill & Wings' Salsa Night Market on September 25, 2021
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for co-located court administration
• Approved final plat for Sorrento Phase 3 residential subdivision
• Approved ordinance eliminating requirement for ordinances to be read before introduction or passage
• Approved minutes from August 17, 2021 City Council meeting
• Approved purchase of .51 acres from G5 Investments for $222,156
• Approved city road improvements included in the CIP program
• Heard presentations on legislative session and Seven Ranches study (no action taken)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved two fee waiver requests totaling $6,100 in room fees, with Councilmember Vitiello offering to pay half of $612.50 in staffing fees. The committee also unanimously approved a marketing request to support local events and promotions. Minutes from the June 23, 2021 meeting were approved, and reports on community events, the Community Center, and the Dog Park Strategy were discussed without action.

• Approved minutes from the June 23, 2021 meeting
• Approved waiver of all room fees totaling $1,200
• Approved waiver of all room fees totaling $4,900, with Councilmember Vitiello offering to pay half of staffing fees ($612.50)
• Approved marketing request for local events/promotions

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee approved the solo artist application with approved additions (motion by Pour, seconded by Gillespie, passed unanimously). No action was taken on supporting methods for local events/promotions, Solo Artists Gallery applications review, or dates for the Call to Artists for the Arts Initiative. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved solo artist application with additions (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included raising the credit card surcharge to between 3.25% and 5.0%, ratifying a land purchase from Mel's Auto, LLC, approving a lease with the Maricopa Historical Society, adopting a revised fee schedule, and approving a water facilities extension agreement. The council also heard presentations on economic development and Community Facilities Districts but took no action on those items.

• Approved credit card surcharge increase to 3.25%-5.0% (unanimous)
• Ratified purchase of ~2 acres at Estrella Gin Business Park for $1.75/sq ft (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Maricopa Historical Society for 44240 W Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy (unanimous)
• Adopted revised fee schedule for Development Services and Fire/Medical (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved water facilities extension agreement with Global Water - Santa Cruz (unanimous)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its July 19, 2021 meeting. All other agenda items were discussions only, with no formal actions taken. A presentation by YANA was tabled, and no action was taken on supporting methods for local events.

• Approved July 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled YANA presentation (AGE 21-70)
• No action taken on supporting methods for local events (AGE 21-69)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to receive legal advice regarding concerns about services from the Maricopa Consolidated Water Improvement District and the Seven Ranches Water Improvement District. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the executive session.

• Held executive session to discuss legal options regarding water district services (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved DRP 21-09, a site plan for an 11-acre RV storage facility proposed by Eagle Shadow, LLC, located east of Cowtown Road and White & Parker. The commission also discussed the Seven Ranches Land Use Study progress but took no action on it. No public comments were made.

• Approved DRP 21-09 site plan for 11-acre RV storage facility (unanimous)
• Discussed Seven Ranches Land Use Study progress (no action)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee held a workshop to review goal setting and draft goal statements. The committee approved a motion to recommend the draft goal statements for presentation at the next meeting, passing unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft goal statements to present at next meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included rezoning about 528 acres near McDavid and Green Roads from industrial to planned area development, rezoning about 28 acres near Honeycutt and Gunsmoke Roads to residential, approving land sales to Copper Sky entities for over $2.9 million, and amending the election code for majority vote calculation. The council also appointed Dorrine Tevault to the Age Friendly Advisory Committee and heard a presentation on Copper Sky development, including plans for dog parks.

• Approved rezoning 528 acres at McDavid & Green Roads to Planned Area Development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 28 acres at Honeycutt & Gunsmoke Roads to Multiple Unit Residential (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 4.7 acres at Bowlin & John Wayne Pkwy to Copper Sky Hotel for $1,467,928.77 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 12 acres at MLK Jr. Blvd & John Wayne Pkwy to Copper Sky Innovation for $1,458,388.80 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to election code for majority vote calculation (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment to Pre-Annexation Development Agreement with Hogenes Farms (unanimous)
• Appointed Dorrine Tevault to Age Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in a special session and immediately went into executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss three matters: a potential purchase or lease agreement for city-owned property south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N John Wayne Parkway, legal options regarding services from the Maricopa Consolidated Water Improvement District and Seven Ranches Water Improvement District, and legal options regarding services from the Maricopa Flood Control District. No votes or decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Held executive session on potential property purchase/lease south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N John Wayne Parkway
• Held executive session on legal options for water improvement district services
• Held executive session on legal options for flood control district services
• Adjourned at 6:47 p.m. without open-session action

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on July 28, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made on any agenda items, including fee waivers or event support methods.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session with a staff presentation on zoning enforcement procedures, platting procedures, and planning resources. The item was for discussion only, and no formal decisions were made.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the FY2022 property tax levy ordinance, with the budget manager clarifying that taxes were not increasing and were actually lowered. The council also approved a consent agenda including land sales, ordinances, subdivision plats, a road-widening resolution, and other routine items. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda and the tax levy.

• Approved FY2022 property tax levy ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved sale of .78 acres near W. Honeycutt Road to Carter Max, LLC for $152,895.60
• Approved ordinance prohibiting water-flow upon public areas (ORD 21-10)
• Approved ordinance amending City Manager's authority to increase full-time employees (ORD 21-12)
• Approved ratification of amendments to land sale with Urban Storage Maricopa LLC for $1,331,629.00
• Approved final plat for West Maricopa Village mixed-use development (SUB 20-15)
• Approved final plat for Sorrento Phase 2 residential subdivision (SUB21-06)
• Approved resolution authorizing acquisition of property for Porter Road widening (RES 21-35)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its June 21, 2021 meeting unanimously. The committee also discussed reports from the chair and community services staff, methods for supporting local events and promotions, updates on the Community Center, June's Multigenerational Game Night, committee goals, and future agenda items. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Discussed a report from Chair Koczor (no action).
• Discussed a report from Community Services staff (no action).
• Discussed methods for supporting local events/promotions/Senior Resources page (no action).
• Discussed updates on the Community Center (no action).
• Discussed June's Multigenerational Game Night (no action).
• Discussed committee goals and objectives (no action).
• Discussed future agenda items (no action).

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee approved the future dates for the Wild Horse Arts Initiative timeline and the updated Solo Artists Gallery application, which includes a 40-pound hanging wire weight limit and other specified changes. No action was taken on supporting methods for local events or on the Solo Artists Gallery applications. The meeting was procedural and included reports and discussions only.

• Approved minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Wild Horse Arts Initiative timeline dates (unanimous)
• Approved updated Solo Artists Gallery application with additions: 40 lbs max per hanging wire, remove 'if applicable' in item 5, add Maricopa Library to title (unanimous)
• No action taken on supporting methods for local events/promotions
• No action taken on Solo Artists Gallery applications

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved all four items on the agenda. It approved a site plan for a 151-unit rental development (DRP 21-06), a rezoning of 28 acres to residential (ZON 21-02), a site plan for a 253-unit development (DRP 21-07), and a preliminary plat for the Hogenes Farms subdivision (SUB 21-05). All votes were unanimous. No public comments were made, and no executive session was held.

• Approved DRP 21-06: Site plan for a 151-unit single-story rental development at SW corner of W. Edison Rd. and N. Wilson Ave.
• Approved ZON 21-02: Rezoning of ~28 acres from General Business (CB-2) to Multiple Unit Residential (RM) at SW corner of Honeycutt Rd. and Gunsmoke Rd.
• Approved DRP 21-07: Site plan for a 253-unit single-story multi-family development at SW corner of Honeycutt Rd. and Gunsmoke Rd.
• Approved SUB 21-05: Preliminary plat for Hogenes Farms subdivision at NW corner of W. McDavid Rd. and N. Green Rd.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Hogenes Farms Planned Area Development (PAD) for a proposed mixed-use, master planned community at the northwest corner of W. McDavid Road and N. Green Road. The approval includes the development land use plan, permitted uses, and development standards. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and no executive session was held.

• Approved PAD 21-01 for Hogenes Farms, a mixed-use master planned community, including land use plan, permitted uses, and development standards.
• Approved the June 7, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes and unanimously approved a motion to waive all room fees. No action was taken on supporting local events/promotions. Other items were discussed only, including the chair's report, community service events and ball fields, facility deposits, and future agenda items.

• Approved April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of all room fees (unanimous)
• No action taken on supporting local events/promotions

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the May 17, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. All other agenda items were discussion-only, with no action taken on supporting local events or the Senior Resources page. The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.

• Approved May 17, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on supporting methods for local events and Senior Resources page

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved a motion to gift space to DSPA Gems for use of the PAC Center, and approved the May 20, 2021 meeting minutes. A discussion on supporting local events/promotions resulted in no action, and the Solo Artists Gallery application was tabled.

• Approved the May 20, 2021 meeting minutes with changes.
• Approved gifting space to DSPA Gems to use the PAC Center.
• Tabled the Solo Artists Gallery application.

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council and Ak-Chin Tribal Council held a special meeting to discuss improving mutual cooperation. Both sides shared concerns and priorities, emphasizing early communication on projects affecting the community. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and focused on future collaboration.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included purchasing 2 acres on Alterra Parkway for $871,200 and selling 4 acres on Bowlin Road for $1,375,000, along with intergovernmental agreements for jail services and the Family Advocacy Center, and updates to city code and branding guidelines. The council also heard presentations on police use of force and public safety, but took no action on those items.

• Approved IGA with Pinal County for detention of adult misdemeanor inmates.
• Approved Resolution and Ordinance amending Title 3 (Administration and Personnel).
• Approved Resolution adopting revised City Branding Guidelines.
• Approved Resolution designating Chief Fiscal Officer for expenditure limitation report.
• Approved contract to purchase 2 acres on Alterra Parkway for $871,200.
• Approved Resolution for Third Amendment to Copper Sky development agreement.
• Approved IGA with Pinal County for Maricopa Family Advocacy Center.
• Approved contract to sell 4 acres on Bowlin Road for $1,375,000.

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council held a public hearing on the final budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, with no public comments. The council then unanimously approved Resolution RES 21-31, adopting the final budget. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Held public hearing PH 21-05 on the FY 2021-2022 final budget; no public comments were received.
• Approved Resolution RES 21-31 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 (unanimous vote).
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:37 p.m. (unanimous vote).

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to discuss a potential purchase or lease agreement for city-owned land south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N. John Wayne Parkway, including legal advice. No public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Held executive session to discuss potential property agreement (ES 21-23)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two multi-family housing developments: a 348-unit project by Z-Modular at SR-238 and Loma Road, and a 182-unit project by Matrix Equities at SR-238 and North Village Parkway. Both approvals were unanimous. The commission also discussed the first draft of the City's Multi-Family Residential Design Guidelines, but took no action on them.

• Approved Z-Modular's 348-unit multi-family development at SR-238 and Loma Road (unanimous)
• Approved Matrix Equities' 182-unit multi-family development at SR-238 and North Village Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included raising the transient lodging tax from 2% to 5.5%, with proceeds designated per state law. They also approved a second six-month extension for the Apex Condominium Plat, a subrecipient agreement with Pinal County for CDBG funding, a liquor sampling license for Sprouts Farmers Market, and the May 18 meeting minutes. Two presentations were heard but no action was taken on them.

• Approved ordinance increasing transient lodging tax from 2% to 5.5% (unanimous)
• Approved second 6-month extension for Apex Condominium Plat (unanimous)
• Approved subrecipient agreement with Pinal County for FY2021 CDBG funding (unanimous)
• Approved liquor sampling license for Sprouts Farmers Market (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered executive session to discuss legal advice on three matters: services by the Maricopa Flood Control District, a potential property purchase/lease south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N. John Wayne Parkway, and services by two water improvement districts. No votes or public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m.

• Held executive session on legal options regarding Maricopa Flood Control District services (ES 21-20)
• Held executive session on potential property purchase/lease south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N. John Wayne Parkway (ES 21-21)
• Held executive session on legal options regarding Maricopa Consolidated Water Improvement District and Seven Ranches Water Improvement District services (ES 21-22)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to discuss a potential industrial development agreement, including its terms and legal advice. No public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the session.

• Held executive session ES 21-19 to discuss industrial development agreement (unanimous, 7-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on May 26, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items were not discussed.

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved marketing support for the Main Street Marketplace and the Copa Short Film Festival, and directed a member to work with staff on promoting the Arizona Commercial Authority's Reel Savings Program. The committee also approved the April 15, 2021 meeting minutes. No action was taken on the Solo Artists Gallery application or the Family Cultural Call to Artists.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2021 meeting
• Approved marketing support for Main Street Marketplace
• Approved marketing support for Copa Short Film Festival
• Approved motion for member to work with staff on Reel Savings Program promotion
• Discussed arts calendar, no action
• Discussed Solo Artists Gallery application, no action
• Discussed Family Cultural Call to Artists, no action

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 and the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, as presented by Chief Financial Officer Matt Kozlowski. The council also approved a consent agenda that included an intergovernmental agreement for regional SWAT response, acceptance of streets in several subdivisions, and the sale of three parcels of land near Smith Enke and Loma Roads. Additionally, the council held a public hearing on CDBG funds and approved resolutions to apply for and leverage those funds for the Edwards Avenue Fencing project.

• Approved FY21-22 tentative budget and 5-Year CIP (unanimous)
• Approved IGA 21-07 with Pinal County Sheriff's Office for regional SWAT response (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions accepting streets in Tortosa South and The Lakes at Rancho El Dorado (unanimous)
• Approved IGA 21-08 for SR 347 sidewalk improvements with $495,530 total estimate (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 18 acres to PRLG Holdings for $1,182,264 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 21 acres to Copa Surf for $1,375,875 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 20 acres to E Jaicks for $1,306,650 (unanimous)
• Approved rescission of Resolution 17-20 and cancellation of $6M interfund loan for SR 347 Overpass (unanimous)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the January 22, 2022 date for the Senior Info/Expo and increased exhibitor fees from $60 (profit) and $25 (non-profit) to $80 and $30, respectively. The committee also approved the April 19, 2021 meeting minutes. All other agenda items were discussion-only, with no action taken on supporting local events or the Senior Resources page.

• Approved April 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2022 as the date for the 2022 Senior Info/Expo (unanimous)
• Approved raising exhibitor fees to $80 for profit and $30 for non-profit (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included amendments to personnel policies, acceptance of public improvements for Tortosa South, a development agreement amendment for Copper Sky, and liquor license recommendations for Sprouts Farmers Market and Honeycutt Coffee Cafe. The council also heard a presentation from Pinal Partnership's new CEO and unanimously appointed Bill Robertson to fill a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel policy amendments (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of public improvements for Tortosa South Parcel K streets (unanimous)
• Approved second amendment to Copper Sky development agreement (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license recommendation for Sprouts Farmers Market (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Honeycutt Coffee Cafe (unanimous)
• Appointed Bill Robertson to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved a $1,080 fee waiver, moved forward with revisions to the Alcohol Policy, and approved marketing support for the Maricopa Arts and Crafts Market/Sale and the Maricopa Memorial Day 5k. All votes were unanimous. The committee also discussed the chair's report, community service events, ball field gate and net options, and future agenda items, but took no action on those items.

• Approved $1,080 fee waiver (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the Alcohol Policy (unanimous)
• Approved marketing support for Maricopa Arts and Crafts Market/Sale (unanimous)
• Approved marketing support for Maricopa Memorial Day 5k (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session with a presentation by staff on upcoming projects such as transportation and economic development. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Heard staff presentation on upcoming projects (discussion only)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a General Plan land use amendment and rezoning of 18.82 acres at Honeycutt and Hartman Roads from commercial to high-density residential, despite resident concerns about traffic and loss of promised retail. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $5.93 million land purchase, and tabled a $522,720 land sale contract for further discussion. Presentations were heard on a water rate case and American Rescue Plan Act fund allocation.

• Approved General Plan amendment GPA 21-01 changing land use from Commercial to High Density Residential (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-06 rezoning 18.82 acres from CB-1 to RM (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $5,927,627.80 land purchase from Shaun Ridge, LLC (unanimous)
• Tabled Contract CON 21-05 for sale of 2 acres at John Wayne Parkway and Bowlin Road (unanimous)
• Approved fair housing policy resolution RES 21-15
• Approved IGA with Pinal County Sheriff's Office for drug enforcement (5-year)
• Approved re-plats for Province Parcel 9 and Parcel 12
• Approved sale of 4.22 acres to K & T Legacy Investments for $1,241,736.75

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in a special session and immediately entered a closed executive session, which is not open to the public. The council discussed potential purchase or lease agreements for two city-owned properties, one at the southwest corner of W Smith Enke Road and N. Loma Road and another south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N John Wayne Parkway, as well as security plans and procedures. No formal decisions were made in the open portion of the meeting; the session was procedural and ended with adjournment.

• Entered executive session to discuss property purchase/lease at W Smith Enke Road and N. Loma Road
• Entered executive session to discuss property purchase/lease south of W. Bowlin Road and east of N John Wayne Parkway
• Entered executive session to discuss security plans and procedures

Budget and Finance Council Subcommittee

The subcommittee received a presentation on the preliminary FY2021-2022 operating and capital budgets. The city manager reported a property tax rate reduction from 4.63% to 4.37%, with primary property tax revenue estimated at $338,000, while general fund revenue rises from $55M to $62M. No formal votes were taken; the tentative budget is scheduled for council adoption on May 18, 2021, and final adoption on June 15, 2021.

• Presented preliminary FY2021-2022 operating budget and Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)
• Reported property tax rate reduction from 4.63% to 4.37% (proposed)
• Noted general fund revenue increase from $55M to $62M (reported)
• Requested nine new staff positions for next fiscal year (proposed)
• Scheduled tentative budget adoption for May 18, 2021 (announced)
• Scheduled final budget adoption for June 15, 2021 (announced)
• Announced Finance Department will become Office of Business Management (reported)
• Noted Family Advocacy Center transfer to Pinal County effective July 1, pending county approval (reported)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the March 15, 2021 meeting minutes as amended, with a unanimous vote. Several agenda items were discussed, including reports from Community Services staff, updates on the Community Center, and parking signage at Copper Sky. The committee tabled the review of the Boards, Committees and Commissions Training PowerPoint and the discussion of future goals and objectives. No action was taken on supporting local events and promotions.

• Approved March 15, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Tabled review of Boards, Committees and Commissions Training PowerPoint
• Tabled discussion of future Committee goals and objectives
• Discussed Community Services staff report
• Discussed Community Center updates
• Discussed parking signage at Copper Sky
• Discussed future agenda items

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved marketing support for three local events, purchased three wildlife artworks, and selected a new gallery theme. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved marketing support for Into the Woods event (unanimous)
• Approved marketing support for Call to Artists (unanimous)
• Approved marketing support for Art for the Heart Festival (unanimous)
• Purchased Burrowing Owl ($75), Sonny the Box Turtle ($150), and Prairie Dogs ($65) (unanimous)
• Approved 16 Playful Pieces for new art gallery (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a General Plan amendment and rezoning for 18.82 acres at Honeycutt and Hartman Roads, changing the land use from Commercial to High Density Residential and from General Business to Multiple Unit Residential. They also approved the site plan for a 209-unit single-story multi-family development on the same property. All three items passed unanimously. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting.

• Approved General Plan amendment GPA 21-01 for 18.82 acres from Commercial to High Density Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning ZON 21-01 for 18.82 acres from General Business (CB-1) to Multiple Unit Residential (RM) (unanimous)
• Approved site plan DRP 21-02 for a 209-unit single-story multi-family development (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council and MUSD Governing Board held a joint special meeting to discuss upcoming projects, plans, and priorities. The school district presented updates on programs and the new second high school. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only, including input on a potential recreational marijuana proposition.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at this special meeting.
• Discussed MUSD projects, including the second high school and new programs.
• Agreed to share meeting agendas between the City Council and school board.
• Agreed to add the council to MUSD communication emails.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council approved the consent agenda as a single unanimous vote, which included a development agreement amendment with Property Reserve Arizona, an intergovernmental agreement for Anderson Road pavement improvements, a final plat for the Estrella Gin development, acceptance of streets in Rancho El Dorado Phase III, an IGA for hydrant flushing, a special event liquor license, and minutes from the March 2 meeting. No items were discussed on the regular agenda. The council then moved into executive session to discuss potential annexations, real property agreements, and legal advice on Prop 207.

• Approved the consent agenda unanimously, including all 7 items.
• Approved RES 21-08, the second amendment to the development agreement with Property Reserve Arizona, LLC.
• Approved IGA 21-03 with the State of Arizona for Anderson Road pavement improvements, with a total project cost of $641,014.
• Approved SUB 21-04, the final plat for the Estrella Gin light industrial/office development.
• Approved RES 21-13, accepting streets in Parcel 47 of Rancho El Dorado Phase III into the city maintenance system.
• Approved IGA 21-05 with Maricopa Consolidated Domestic Water Improvement District for hydrant flushing evaluation.
• Approved SPEVLIQ 21-03, a special event liquor license for the Province Community Association for six 2021 events.
• Approved MIN 21-17, the minutes from the March 2, 2021 regular meeting.

City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session to discuss implementing Proposition 207, the voter-approved marijuana legalization initiative. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and public comment. Council members heard presentations on zoning, licensing, and operational rules, with some members expressing support for not requiring dual licensing for recreational dispensaries.

• Heard presentation on Proposition 207 marijuana regulations
• Discussed zoning, licensing, and operational rules for marijuana facilities
• No formal action taken; item was for discussion only

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Maricopa Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved a 25% fee waiver request, re-elected Tena Dugan as Chair, and elected Adam Leach as Vice-Chair. The committee also approved the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes. Several items were discussed only, including a chair's report, community service events, and methods for local events/promotions.

• Approved the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved a motion to waive 25% of total costs for a fee waiver request.
• Re-elected Tena Dugan as Chair.
• Elected Adam Leach as Vice-Chair.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved an amendment to the Exceptional Healthcare development review permit, allowing the building height to increase from 35 to 40 feet at 19060 N. John Wayne Pkwy. The commission also approved a site plan for a 5,826-square-foot office development and tabled a 348-unit multifamily project to review elevation revisions. Additionally, the commission reappointed Linda Huggins as Chair and Michael Sharpe as Vice-Chair.

• Approved minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous).
• Approved Linda Huggins as Chair (unanimous).
• Approved Michael Sharpe as Vice-Chair (unanimous).
• Approved DRP 20-10 amendment for Exceptional Healthcare, increasing height from 35 to 40 feet (unanimous).
• Tabled DRP 21-01 for a 348-unit multifamily development to review elevation revisions (6-0, with one abstention).
• Approved DRP 21-03 for a 5,826-square-foot office development (unanimous).

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council held a special meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations from Economic and Community Development Director Nathan Steele on housing, industry, and construction projects, and from Electrical District 3 on utility operations and rates. The council also heard an update from MEDA Executive Director Adam Saks. The meeting ended with two executive sessions to discuss potential real estate purchases, but no action was taken publicly.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the public portion of the meeting
• Heard presentation from Economic and Community Development Director on housing, industry, and projects
• Heard presentation from Electrical District 3 on utility overview, operations, and rates
• Heard update from Maricopa Economic Development Alliance Executive Director Adam Saks
• Entered executive session to discuss potential purchase/lease of city-owned property at W Smith Enke Road and N. Loma Road
• Entered executive session to discuss potential purchase agreement for real property

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the February 8, 2021 minutes as amended, changed the 2021 Game Night date from April 30 to April 23, and re-elected Joan Koczor as Chair and Andy Lockridge as Vice-Chair. No action was taken on supporting local events/promotions or the Senior Resources page.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Changed 2021 Game Night date to April 23, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Re-elected Joan Koczor as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Andy Lockridge as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• No action taken on supporting local events/promotions/Senior Resources page

Budget and Finance Council Subcommittee

The Budget and Finance Council Subcommittee reached consensus on making the Maricopa Express Transit (MET) circulating route free, exploring digital payment/reservations, revising advertising/sponsorships, and considering bringing the program in-house. They also discussed a proposed Storm Water Utility Program with various funding options and agreed to move forward with the recommendations, including a credit card surcharge and a 1% technology fee. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.

• Consensus to make MET circulating route free
• Consensus to explore digital payment and reservation formats for MET
• Consensus to revise MET advertising and sponsorships
• Consensus to explore bringing MET in-house
• Consensus to move forward with Storm Water Utility recommendations
• Consensus to allow credit card surcharge to recoup full costs
• Consensus to apply 1% technology fee to all city fees

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a rezoning of 35.24 acres from Industrial (CI-2) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for a mixed-use project including single-family rentals, multi-family residential, and commercial/retail or office. The council also approved the 2021 Amendments to Title 18: Zoning, which include changes to notification requirements, design standards, and other zoning rules. Additionally, the council approved a resolution supporting House Bill 2068 to fund an overpass at Riggs Road and State Route 347, with a $1 million city contribution if state funds are allocated.

• Approved rezoning 35.24 acres at Loma Road and SR 238 from CI-2 to PAD (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Amendments to Title 18: Zoning (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting HB 2068 for Riggs Road overpass, with $1M city match (unanimous)
• Approved Infill Incentive District resolution (consent agenda)
• Approved amended Single Family Residential Design Guidelines (consent agenda)
• Approved special event liquor license for JP Morgan softball tournaments (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of .16 acres on W Mercado for $29,750 (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 meeting (consent agenda)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board approved minutes from three prior meetings, admitted a new firefighter to the retirement system, and approved Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) requests for one police officer and two firefighters. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from Sept 10, 2020; Nov 19, 2020; and Jan 28, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Ciara Crowley as Firefighter into PSPRS effective 06/22/2020, no pre-existing condition (unanimous)
• Approved Officer Pedro Torres to enter DROP effective 07/01/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Albert Bandin to enter DROP effective 10/30/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Thomas Reid to enter DROP effective 02/28/2021 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee approved a $300 fee waiver for multipurpose room use, the 2020 Annual Report, and the December 2, 2020 meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous. Other items were discussed only, including the chair's report, community service events, library fundraising, CIP updates, and Little League event support.

• Approved $300 fee waiver for multipurpose room use (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved minutes from January 21 as amended, re-elected Carrie Vargas as Chair and Shelley Gillespie as Vice-Chair, and approved marketing support for the All-Arizona Poetry Slam Championship. No action was taken on supporting upcoming cultural events, and no report was given by the Chair.

• Approved January 21, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Re-elected Carrie Vargas as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Shelley Gillespie as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved marketing support for All-Arizona Poetry Slam Championship (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a resolution and ordinance adding Chapter 8.40 to the Maricopa City Code, regulating recreational marijuana. The measure prohibits marijuana on public property and marijuana establishments/testing facilities, establishes regulations for personal use at a primary residence, and declares an emergency. Councilmember Vincent Manfredi voted against both items.

• Approved Resolution RES 21-05 declaring Chapter 8.40 'Recreational Marijuana' a public record and adding it to city code (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance ORD 21-02 adopting Chapter 8.40, Recreational Marijuana, with an emergency clause (6-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes from Feb 2, 2021, special event liquor license for Native Grill & Wings, and IGA amendment with Electrical District No. 3 (unanimous)
• Made appointments to six boards/committees including Age-Friendly Advisory, Board of Adjustments, PRL Advisory, Planning & Zoning, Transportation Authority, and Cultural Affairs (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to discuss potential development, purchase, and lease agreements for real property. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public votes or actions.

• Held executive session ES 21-07 on development/purchase agreement east of SR 347 and south of Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway
• Held executive session ES 21-08 on sale/lease of property in Heritage District
• Held executive session ES 21-09 on purchase/lease of City-owned real property
• Adjourned at 6:54 p.m. without public action

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes and voted to reconvene Game Night on March 16, 2021 with Farkle as the game, limited to 16 participants. Several reports were discussed, including updates from the chair, staff, and public feedback, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Game Night on March 16, 2021 with Farkle, 16 participants (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included amendments to the Planning and Zoning Commission Bylaws, a re-plat of Rancho El Dorado Phase III, a final plat for the Bowlin Corner commercial plat, and the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes. The council also heard a presentation from Pinal County officials on the COVID-19 vaccination process, which was discussion only and involved no formal action.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Planning and Zoning Commission Bylaws (MISC 21-04)
• Approved re-plat of Rancho El Dorado Phase III, parcel 33, Tract Q1 (SUB 21-01)
• Approved final plat for Bowlin Corner commercial plat (SUB 21-02)
• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 regular meeting (MIN 21-05)

City Council Special Meeting

The Maricopa City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to discuss legal options regarding the Maricopa Consolidated Water Improvement District and Seven Ranches Water Improvement District, the Economic Development Services Agreement with the Maricopa Economic Development Alliance, and a potential amendment to City Manager Ricky Horst's employment agreement. No votes or public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Held executive session ES 21-04 on water district services legal options
• Held executive session ES 21-05 on Economic Development Services Agreement with Maricopa Economic Development Alliance
• Held executive session ES 21-06 on potential amendment to City Manager Ricky Horst's employment agreement
• Adjourned at 6:55 p.m. with no public action

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Libraries Committee meeting on January 27, 2021, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items, including a fee waiver request and Little League support, were not discussed or acted upon.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Cultural Affairs and Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Affairs and Arts Committee approved the 2020 Annual Report to present to City Council, and also approved the December 17, 2020 meeting minutes as amended. Other agenda items were discussed only, including the Chair's report, department updates, the Arts Initiative Wild Horses, and methods for supporting local events. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report to present to Council (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council held a special meeting with the Maricopa Economic Development Alliance (MEDA) Board to discuss perspectives on economic development. The meeting included a presentation by Dr. Morfessis on MEDA's history and FY20-21 objectives, followed by comments from board members and council. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 3:48 p.m.

• No formal decisions were made during the meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The Maricopa City Council approved the 2021 Legislative Platform, which includes priorities for municipal advocacy, and adopted the consent agenda containing several contracts and resolutions. The consent agenda included a communications license with Zayo Group, acceptance of streets in Rancho El Dorado Phase III, and amendments to the city code regarding garbage and trash removal. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2021 Legislative Platform (unanimous)
• Approved Communications License with Zayo Group, LLC for 10-year term (unanimous)
• Accepted public improvements for Rancho El Dorado Phase III streets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution amending Chapter 8 Health and Safety code (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance amending Chapter 8 Health and Safety code (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Sunrise Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss future planning and city processes. Council members expressed support for several initiatives presented by City Manager Horst, including marketing Copper Sky Commercial sites for a second hotel and other businesses, moving forward with the Public Services Yard expansion, and pursuing the 347 expressway and light rail corridor concept. They also agreed to schedule a work session on recreational marijuana regulations and to pursue legislative changes on general plan amendments, budgets, and special taxing districts. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily a discussion and direction-setting session.

• Agreed to move forward with marketing Copper Sky Commercial sites for a second hotel, restaurants, and shops
• Supported proceeding with the 347 expressway and light rail corridor concept
• Approved moving forward with Public Services Yard expansion
• Agreed to schedule a work session on recreational marijuana (Prop 207) regulations
• Council favored pursuing legislative changes on general plan amendments, budgets, and special taxing districts
• Agreed to a joint meeting with Electrical District #3 to discuss taxes
• Supported the idea of creating an HOA Academy, pending a more detailed plan
• Discussed potential transient lodging tax increase to 5.5% or 6%

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved proposed changes to its own bylaws (PZ 21-01) unanimously. It also approved the minutes from the November 9, 2020 meeting. Two items were discussion-only: proposed updates to the Single Family Residential Design Guidelines and proposed amendments to the city's zoning code, with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from Nov 9, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved changes to P&Z Commission Bylaws (unanimous)
• Discussed Single Family Residential Design Guidelines updates (no action)
• Discussed zoning code amendments (no action)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee approved the November 16, 2020 meeting minutes, moved forward with recommended changes to a survey and its publication, and approved the annual report. The 2021 Game Night schedules discussion was tabled, and no action was taken on supporting methods for local events/promotions/Senior Resources page.

• Approved November 16, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approved moving forward with recommended survey changes and publishing the survey (unanimous)
• Approved the Annual Report (unanimous)
• Tabled 2021 Game Night schedules discussion