Page public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will consider several items, including a possible affordable housing plan, new meeting dates for 2025, and a proposal to convert the former Public Works building into a non‑profit hub. The board will also review minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting and receive updates from local organizations. Public comments are invited, but only agenda items can be acted upon.

• Discussion and possible action on affordable housing and a potential plan
• Discussion and possible action on new Economic Development Advisory Board meeting dates starting in 2025
• Discussion and possible action on a proposal to turn the old Public Works building into a non‑profit hub
• Discussion and possible action on minutes from the Economic Development Advisory Board meeting on October 22, 2024
• Public hearing portion for citizens to speak on agenda items

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board will review membership approvals and separation applications. The board will also discuss Council Liaison roles and a potential Intergovernmental Agreement to consolidate police and fire boards.

• Membership approvals for 8 individuals
• Separation applications for 13 individuals
• Discussion of Council Liaison roles and expectations
• Possible action on Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) to consolidate Local Police and Fire Boards

The Page Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board approved the consolidation of the Local Police and Fire Boards, approved membership for eight individuals, and approved separation applications for thirteen personnel. The board also approved the April 5, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed the Council Liaison job description.

• Approved consolidation of Local Police and Fire Boards (unanimous)
• Approved membership for 8 individuals (unanimous)
• Approved separation applications for 13 personnel (unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board will consider approving several new members and reviewing recent separation applications. It will also discuss the roles and expectations of the Council Liaison. Finally, the board will discuss and possibly act on an Intergovernmental Agreement to consolidate the local police and fire boards.

• Membership approvals for Joseph Noonchester (7/6/2022), Rachel Stice (8/8/2022), Skylar Swedberg (1/26/2023), Christopher Woolley (2/11/2023), Jared Taylor (7/23/2023), Ezra Turner (8/12/2023), Benjamin Miller (6/17/2024)
• Separation applications for Daniel Maloney, JR (04/20/2022), Kelsey Fortnam (8/5/2022), Charles Foster (11/18/2022), Zachary Brockway (12/19/2022), Taryn Lund (01/21/2023), Christian Jacobsen (5/9/2024)
• Discussion of Council Liaison roles and expectations
• Discussion and possible action on the Intergovernmental Agreement to consolidate local police and fire boards

The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board approved the consolidation of the Local Police and Fire Boards, approved membership for seven individuals, and approved separation applications for six personnel. The board also discussed the Council Liaison role and job description. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved consolidation of Local Police and Fire Boards (unanimous)
• Approved membership for Joseph Noonchester, Rachel Stice, Skylar Swedberg, Christopher Woolley, Jared Taylor, Ezra Turner, Benjamin Miller (unanimous)
• Approved separation applications for Daniel Maloney Jr., Kelsey Fortnam, Charles Foster, Zachary Brockway, Taryn Lund, Christian Jacobsen (unanimous)
• Approved board meeting minutes dated April 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several community projects. The commission will also hear a presentation from Page Forward.

• Possible action on a youth activity for Page's 50th anniversary
• Possible action on the Unite to Light community service event
• Possible action on the use of the PERA club
• Discussion of a presentation by Page Forward

City Council

The Page City Council will hold a special meeting to administer oaths of office to newly elected councilmembers and appoint a Vice Mayor. The body will also recognize outgoing councilmembers with appreciation awards.

• Oaths of office for newly elected City Councilmembers
• Appointment of Vice Mayor
• Amendment to Westwind Airport Lease
• Presentation of appreciation awards to outgoing City Councilmembers
• Review of September 2024 Monthly Cash Allocation Comparison

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Advisory Board will hold a public meeting to approve minutes from the October 24, 2024 special board meeting, receive the manager’s report, and hear public comments. New business includes discussion of the library’s 50th anniversary planning, upcoming program ideas, and a review of recent library statistics. The meeting will conclude with board member updates before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the October 24, 2024 special board meeting
• Manager’s Report
• Planning for the library’s 50th anniversary
• Discussion of upcoming library programs
• Review of library statistics

The Page Public Library Advisory Board met on November 21, 2024, and unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussion of upcoming programs, including holiday events and a parenting class. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Substance Abuse Task Force

The Page Substance Abuse Task Force will hold a public meeting on November 20, 2024 at City Hall. The meeting includes a review of minutes from the October 16, 2024 session, citizen comments, and discussion‑only updates from the magistrate court, police department, healthcare providers, and charities. Members will also discuss possible action on increasing security at the Safeway location. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Review of Substance Abuse Task Force minutes from October 16, 2024
• Discussion‑only update from the Page Magistrate Court on Recovery Court statistics
• Discussion‑only update from the Page Police Department on substance‑related criminal activity
• Discussion‑only update from Canyonlands Healthcare on medication‑assisted treatment and counseling programs
• Discussion and possible action on community involvement to increase security at Safeway

City Council

The Page City Council will meet on November 19, 2024 to discuss and possibly act on two agenda items. One item is the authorization of services with C&S Engineers, Inc. The other item is Resolution No. 1327-24, which addresses the canvass of the 2024 General Election.

• Authorization of Services with C&S Engineers, Inc
• Resolution No. 1327-24 – Canvass of the 2024 General Election

The Page City Council authorized a service agreement with C&S Engineers, Inc. Additionally, the Council adopted Resolution No. 1327-24 to officially canvass the results of the 2024 General Election following a presentation on the recount process.

• Approved Authorization of Services with C&S Engineers, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1327-24 to canvass 2024 General Election results (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Page Youth Advisory Commission will review minutes from its October 21 meeting, receive updates from members, and open a public comment period. Commissioners will discuss several unfinished items, including volunteering during Christmas in the park, a youth activity for Page's 50th anniversary, the community service event "Unite to Light," and the use of the PERA club. The meeting will also consider a proposal to raise the age limit for commission members.

• Discussion on volunteering during Christmas in the park
• Discussion on a youth activity for Page's 50th anniversary
• Discussion on the community service event Unite to Light
• Discussion on the use of the PERA club
• Discussion on raising the age limit for Youth Advisory Commission members

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Page Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet on November 18, 2024 at City Hall. The board will receive updates from the Economic Development Director, Events staff, the Recreation Department, and the Parks and Trails Manager. It will discuss possible actions on a lighting upgrade at the Sports Complex, metal sculptures on the Red Mesa Rim Trail, and a concept for a Recreation Center at the Pera Club. New business includes a discussion of the Councilmember Liaison job description.

• Discussion and possible action on lighting upgrade at the Sports Complex (FY25‑26)
• Discussion on metal sculptures at Red Mesa Rim Trail with Page High School welding class (FY25‑26)
• Discussion and possible action on concept of Recreation Center at the Pera Club
• Discussion of Councilmember Liaison job description
• Reports/presentations from Economic Development Director, Events, Recreation Department, and Parks and Trails Manager

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discussed a lighting upgrade at the sports complex and voted to recommend it for the FY25-26 budget to enable more tournaments. The board also discussed the Pera Club recreation center concept, asking for more details on metal sculptures for the Red Mesa Rim Trail. No formal action was taken on the Pera Club or sculpture items.

• Approved October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
• Recommended sports complex lighting upgrade for FY25-26 budget (discussion, no formal vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council will consider a land sale to Trebol Hospitality and a bid award process for Colt Springs Subdivision improvements. The body will also discuss water supply redundancy, Lake Powell Blvd asphalt conditions, and pension plan participation.

• Ordinance 735-24: Land Sale Trebol Hospitality
• Colt Springs Subdivision City Improvements Bid Award Process
• Resolution 1326-24: Participation in Arizona Employers' Pension Prefunding Plan and PARS Trust
• Executive sessions for potential land sales at Coppermine and Osprey, west of Public Works Facility, and Parcel 80216009J
• Discussion on Lake Powell Blvd asphalt condition and redundant city water supply

The City Council adopted an ordinance for a land sale to Trebol Hospitality and authorized a contract for street and sidewalk improvements in the Colt Springs subdivision. The Council also approved participation in a pension prefunding plan and authorized utility benefit credit agreements.

• Adopted Ordinance 735-24 for land sale to Trebol Hospitality (Unanimous)
• Authorized bid award for Colt Springs subdivision improvements not to exceed $600,000 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1326-24 to participate in Arizona Employer’s Pension Prefunding Plan and PARS Trust (Unanimous)
• Authorized Page Utility Enterprises to enter into Benefit Credit Agreements 23-SLC-1221 and 23-SLC-1196 (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for US Marine Corps 249th Anniversary and AZ Law Enforcement Records Managers (Unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to continue discussions on potential land sales at Coppermine and Osprey, west of Public Works, and Parcel 80216009 (Unanimous)

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend two power contracts to the Council. The board will also review October 2024 general manager reports and September 2024 financial reports.

• UTE Contract Agreement 23-SLC-1221
• Hualapai Contract Agreement 23-SLC-1196
• October 2024 General Manager’s Reports
• September 2024 Financial Reports

The Page Utility Enterprises Board voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve new Benefit-Credit Agreements with the UTE and Hualapai Tribes, replacing an expired agreement and extending through 2057. The board also approved the minutes of the October 2 and October 8 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 2, 2024 Joint Board/Council special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 8, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approval of UTE Benefit-Credit Agreement 23-SLC-1221 (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approval of Hualapai Benefit-Credit Agreement 23-SLC-1196 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Advisory Board will meet to conduct a vote for a new Co-Chair. The board will also discuss the Councilmember Liaison job description, library programs, and library statistics.

• Vote for a new Co-Chair
• Discussion of Councilmember Liaison job description
• Review of library programs
• Review of library statistics

The Page Public Library Advisory Board held a special meeting on October 24, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the previous regular meeting. Tracy Salmi was nominated and unanimously elected as the new co-chair, a back-up position to the chair. The board discussed upcoming programs, including Trunk or Treat on October 31 and Toys for Tots starting December 9, and noted the library's AC unit remains out of service. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from the regular meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Tracy Salmi as co-chair (unanimous)

City Council

The Page City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a multi-parcel citywide zone change. The body will also consider an ordinance to change zoning designations for 10 city-owned parcels and discuss development in Block 17.

• Public Hearing for Multi-Parcel Citywide Zone Change Case #ZON 24-002
• Ordinance No. 734-24 amending zoning district designations of 10 city-owned parcels
• Fifth Amendment to the Purchase Agreement for Trout Development
• Right of Way Access Agreement with Broadbent
• Proposed future development in Block 17

The Page City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 734-24, amending zoning designations for ten city-owned parcels, but omitted Parcel No. 80104015B after public concerns. The council also approved the Fifth Amendment to the Trout Development purchase agreement, accepted a resignation from the Substance Abuse Task Force, and approved a right-of-way access agreement with Broadbent. No bids were awarded.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 734-24, omitting Parcel No. 80104015B (unanimous)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Trout Development purchase agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Matt Lasslo from Substance Abuse Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved Right of Way Access Agreement with Broadbent (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Oct 9 and Oct 2 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved remaining consent agenda items (unanimous)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will review minutes from its September 24 meeting and receive updates from the local chamber, conservancy, marketing coordinator, and the city’s Economic Development Director. The board will consider a proposed affordable housing plan and several new business items, including a council liaison job description, rescheduling of November and December meetings, a recycling "Hub & Spoke" program, and pedestrian walkability improvements. Public comments are invited, but only agenda items can be acted upon.

• Discussion and possible action on affordable housing and a potential plan
• Discussion and possible action on rescheduling/canceling the regular meeting on November 26, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on rescheduling/canceling the regular meeting on December 24, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on the Hub & Spoke Program – a path forward for recycling in Page
• Discussion and possible action on pedestrian walkability

The Economic Development Advisory Board approved minutes from September 24, 2024, and rescheduled the November 26, 2024 meeting to December 4, 2024, and canceled the December 24, 2024 meeting due to holiday conflicts. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were discussions only.

• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled November 26, 2024 meeting to December 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Canceled December 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Page Youth Advisory Commission will discuss several new business items, including the introduction of a new member, a council member liaison job description, and the possible removal of member Michaela Long. It will also consider rescheduling upcoming regular meetings in December 2024, January 2025, February 2025, and March 2025 due to holiday or school break conflicts. Additional topics include use of the PERA club, a community service event called Unite to Light, and other youth activity proposals.

• Discussion and possible action to remove Michaela Long from the Youth Advisory Commission
• Discussion and possible action to reschedule/cancel the regular meeting on December 16, 2024 due to a possible holiday conflict
• Discussion and possible action to reschedule the regular meeting on January 20, 2025 due to a holiday conflict
• Discussion and possible action regarding the use of the PERA club
• Discussion and possible action concerning the community service event "Unite to Light"

The Page Youth Advisory Commission voted unanimously to remove Michaela Long due to consecutive absences and failed contact attempts. It also approved a motion to support bringing an ADEQ Hub & Spoke recycling program to Page, and rescheduled several 2024-2025 meetings to avoid holiday conflicts.

• Removed Michaela Long from the commission (unanimous)
• Supported bringing ADEQ Hub & Spoke recycling program to Page (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Dec 16, 2024 meeting to Dec 2, 2024 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Jan 20, 2025 meeting to Jan 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Feb 17, 2025 meeting to Feb 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Mar 17, 2025 meeting to Mar 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved presenting Unite to Light at Nov 13, 2024 City Council meeting (unanimous)

Substance Abuse Task Force

The Page Substance Abuse Task Force will hold a public meeting to review updates from the Recovery Court, Catholic Charities, and the Police Department. Members will consider actions to improve the city’s webpage information on substance‑abuse resources. New business includes discussion of community involvement to increase security at Safeway and a vote on appointing a new officer.

• Discussion of Recovery Court statistics (Page Magistrate Court)
• Discussion of Catholic Charities community re‑entry program
• Discussion of Page Police Department criminal activities involving substance abuse
• Possible action to improve visibility of substance‑abuse information on the City website
• Possible action to increase security at Safeway and vote on a new officer

The Substance Abuse Task Force held a regular meeting with no citizen comments and no substantive policy decisions. Members unanimously approved the August 28, 2024 meeting minutes and elected Camilla Adams as the new chair. Discussions were held on webpage location information visibility, community involvement for Safeway security, and updates from the Magistrate Court, Catholic Charities, and Page Police Department, but no action was taken on these items.

• Approved August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Camilla Adams as Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The Page City Council regular meeting will approve routine consent agenda items and review board reports. Council members will discuss several new‑business items, including a Coconino County presentation on Proposition 482, a special‑event liquor license for Grand Circle Arts Alliance, and code‑compliance work for the PERA Building/Recreation Center. A bid award for Lake Powell National Golf Course design‑build range amenities will also be considered, followed by executive‑session reviews of annual performance for city officials.

• Presentation by Coconino County about Proposition 482
• Special event liquor license request for Grand Circle Arts Alliance
• Discussion on bringing the PERA Building / Recreation Center up to code
• Bid award for Lake Powell National Golf Course Design‑Build Range Amenities
• Proclamation of US Navy 249th Birthday

The City Council approved a bid for golf course range amenities and appointed a new member to the Youth Advisory Commission. Council members also adopted a revised liaison job description, approved two proclamations, and authorized a special event liquor license. Additionally, the council conducted annual performance reviews for the City Magistrate, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk in executive session.

• Approved August and September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Lily Crim to Youth Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Approved US Navy 249th Birthday proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Cities and Towns Week 2024 proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Council Liaison Job Description (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Grand Circle Arts Alliance (unanimous)
• Awarded golf course range amenities bid to Cover the Tees (unanimous)

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board meeting on October 8, 2024 will cover routine items such as roll call, minutes, and a public comment period. The board will receive reports on power costs, utility maintenance, outages, water and wastewater projects, and the August financial status. The primary new business item is a discussion of possible adjustments to line crew market rates.

• Discussion/Possible Action — Line Crew Market Adjustments
• General Manager’s Report – Power Costs (September 2024)
• Update on Utilities Maintenance, Outages & Projects
• Financial Report – Accounts, Budget, Financial Information (August 2024)
• Public hearing – Hear from the Citizens

The Page Utility Enterprises Board unanimously approved wage increases for line crew as recommended by management, effective immediately, to address ongoing recruitment and retention challenges. The board also approved the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes and received reports from the General Manager and Finance Director.

• Approved line crew wage increases as recommended by management (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review departmental updates and discuss new projects for the FY25-26 period. The board may take action regarding the concept of a recreation center at the Pera Club.

• Discussion and possible action on the Recreation Center concept at the Pera Club
• Discussion of FY25-26 new projects for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Boards

The Page Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a regular meeting on October 7, 2024, approving the August 7, 2024 minutes. The board discussed the concept of converting the Pera Club into a Recreation Aquatic Center, with input from council liaison and public, but took no formal action. Updates were provided on park maintenance and recreation activities, including the cancellation of a softball tournament due to coordinator not meeting terms.

• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Pera Club recreation center concept, no action taken
• Noted softball tournament canceled due to coordinator not meeting terms

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board and the Page City Council will hold a joint special meeting on October 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Page City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes discussion and possible action by the City Council on the Page Utility Enterprises redundant water supply coordination. No other items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on redundant water supply coordination

The Page Utility Enterprises Board and Page City Council held a joint special meeting to discuss the redundant water supply project. Carollo Engineers presented an update on water resource recommendations, including options for a new raw water intake and pipeline. No formal decisions were made; the group suggested continuing joint meetings on a quarterly basis.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only on redundant water supply options
• Suggested continuing joint meetings on a quarterly basis

City Council

The City Council and Page Utility Enterprises are holding a joint special meeting. The body will discuss and potentially take action regarding the Page Utility Enterprises Redundant Water Supply Coordination.

• Discussion and possible action on Page Utility Enterprises Redundant Water Supply Coordination

The Page City Council and Page Utility Enterprises (PUE) held a joint special meeting to discuss the Redundant Water Supply project. Council directed PUE General Manager Bryan Hill and City Manager Darren Coldwell to contact Sustainability Partners and report back. No formal votes or binding decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Directed PUE GM and City Manager to contact Sustainability Partners and report back
• Agreed to schedule quarterly joint meetings between Council and PUE Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a multi‑parcel citywide zone change request (Case #ZON 24‑002) and then consider the final zone change request for city‑owned parcels under the same case number. Commissioners will also vote on moving the November 2024 regular meeting date because of the General Election and will field questions about the newly adopted Code of Ethics for City Council, boards and commissions.

• Public hearing on Multi‑Parcel Citywide Zone Change Request (Case #ZON 24‑002)
• Final Citywide Zone Change Request for City‑Owned Parcels (Case #ZON 24‑002) – vote
• Vote on changing the November 2024 regular meeting date due to the General Election
• Q&A on the newly adopted Code of Ethics for City Council, Boards and Commissions
• Adoption of August 6, 2024 meeting minutes

The Page Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change request (Case #ZON 24-002) for 10 newly created city-owned parcels, with one condition of approval, by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The commission also approved the August 6, 2024 meeting minutes and determined no November meeting is needed due to the election deadline. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved zone change for 10 city parcels (Case #ZON 24-002) with one condition (5-0)
• Approved August 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled November regular meeting due to no new zoning cases submitted

City Council

The council will hold an executive session to discuss a potential sale of Parcel No. 80106015 at Coppermine Road and Osprey. It will also consider the ordinance to sell a portion of Parcel #80112005A adjacent to Parcel #80060051, and review a Series #12 restaurant liquor‑license application for Steer 89. Additional items include a presentation of a new development on Parcel #80106015 and a bid award for the Page Municipal Airport Runway 15‑33 Safety Area Grading Project Phase 2.

• Potential sale of Parcel No. 80106015 located at the corner of Coppermine Road and Osprey (executive session)
• Sale of a portion of Parcel #80112005A adjacent to Parcel #80060051 (Ordinance No. 733-24)
• Series #12 restaurant liquor‑license application for Steer 89 (Craig Duane Simmons)
• Presentation of a potential new development for Parcel #80106015 at Coppermine Road and Osprey
• Bid award discussion for the Page Municipal Airport Runway 15‑33 Safety Area Grading Project Phase 2

The Page City Council approved several contracts and actions, including awarding the airport runway safety area grading project to B4 Enterprises for $1,337,706, the Senior Center Renovation to Mountain States Contractors for $279,408.19, and the Border Street Improvement Project to Mountain States Contractors for $206,806.90. The council also approved a used bulldozer purchase up to $195,000, adopted Ordinance 733-24 for a land sale, and approved a liquor license for Steer 89 AZ. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded airport runway safety area grading project to B4 Enterprises, Inc. for $1,337,706 (unanimous)
• Awarded Senior Center Renovation Project to Mountain States Contractors, Inc. for $279,408.19 (unanimous)
• Awarded Border Street Improvement Project to Mountain States Contractors, Inc. for $206,806.90 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of used D6 bulldozer up to $195,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 733-24 for sale of portion of Parcel #80112005A (unanimous)
• Approved Series #12 liquor license for Steer 89 AZ/Craig Duane Simmons (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 interfund transfers (unanimous)
• Appointed Joshua Adams to Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board (unanimous)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board voted to recommend that Page City Council support the Genterra Enterprises and Coconino Community College housing project moving to phase 1. The board also approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes. Other items were informational or discussion-only, including updates from the Chamber of Commerce and Glen Canyon Conservancy.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council support for Genterra/CCC housing project phase 1 (motion passed, Leum abstained)

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Advisory Board will meet on September 19, 2024 to hear public comments, approve the minutes from the August 15 meeting, and consider new business items including library programs, usage statistics, the upcoming budget, and plans for the library’s 50th anniversary.

• Public comment period
• Approval of August 15 meeting minutes
• Review of library programs
• Presentation of library statistics
• Discussion of the library budget and 50th anniversary planning

Youth Advisory Commission

The Page Youth Advisory Commission will hold a meeting to discuss several topics. Members will consider possible actions on vandalism within the city and the resignation of Emily Hawker. The agenda also includes discussion of a social‑media review, a voter‑registration drive planned for National Night Out on October 1, 2024, and a city‑sponsored youth event and a holiday community‑service event.

• Discussion and possible action on vandalism within the City of Page
• Discussion on the resignation of Emily Hawker
• Discussion and possible action on review of social media
• Discussion and possible action on hosting a voter registration drive during National Night Out on October 1, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on a youth event sponsored by the City of Page

The commission approved minutes from previous meetings and appointed Dante Thompson and Mia Burton as social media managers. Members discussed potential youth events, including a rodeo and holiday service projects, and planned to assist with voter registration at National Night Out.

• Approved August 19 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 9 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Dante Thompson as social media manager (unanimous)
• Appointed Mia Burton as social media manager (unanimous)

City Council

The Page City Council will discuss and possibly act on three grant offers for the Airport Improvement Plan (projects 3-04-0025-044-2024, 3-04-0025-045-2024, and 3-04-0025-046-2024). Council members will also set budget amounts for the City Hall remodel and for the PERA building for the Aquatic and Recreational Center. Routine items on the consent agenda include interfund transfers, an update to purchasing provisions, and a proclamation for the U.S. Air Force 77th anniversary. Several executive‑session meetings are scheduled to consider contracts for a Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, a Trout Development contract amendment, an AVIS lease agreement, and a potential land sale of part of Parcel #80220005A.

• Grant Offer – Airport Improvement Plan Project No. 3-04-0025-044-2024
• Grant Offer – Airport Improvement Plan Project No. 3-04-0025-045-2024
• Grant Offer – Airport Improvement Plan Project No. 3-04-0025-046-2024
• Budget allocation for City Hall remodel
• Budget allocation for PERA Building for Aquatic and Recreational Center

The Page City Council approved a $600,000 budget to convert the PERA club into an aquatic and recreational center by a 4-3 vote. The council also adopted resolutions updating purchasing provisions, accepted three airport improvement grants, and approved an amendment for a VASI/PAPI project. A motion to set a $600K budget for City Hall improvements failed unanimously.

• Approved $600K budget for PERA aquatic/recreational center (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution 1325-24 updating purchasing provisions (unanimous)
• Accepted AIP grant offer 3-04-0025-044-2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted AIP grant offer 3-04-0025-045-2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted AIP grant offer 3-04-0025-046-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 1 for VASI/PAPI project at $266,578.86 (unanimous)
• Failed motion to set $600K budget for City Hall remodel (unanimous)
• Approved Fourth Amendment to Trout Land Development purchase agreement (unanimous)

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Page Utility Conference Room. The agenda includes discussions on water supply action plans, root control, and general manager reports.

• Discussion/Possible Action — Water Supply Action Plan
• Discussion/Possible Action — Dukes Root Control
• Discussion — General Manager’s Reports — August 2024
• Discussion — Financial Reports — July 2024
• Discussion — Status of Utilities

The Page Utility Enterprises Board unanimously approved moving forward with Water Treatment Plant upgrades, either in phases or all at once depending on costs. They also unanimously recommended pursuing increased raw water capacity from the Bureau of Reclamation per Option 1, Phases 1-3 of the 2019 Carollo study, and pursuing an agreement with the Navajo Nation for raw water and wastewater services. The board reached consensus to recommend continuing efforts for Option 2 (upstream intake) as the long-term solution.

• Approved WTP upgrades, phased or all at once (unanimous)
• Recommended pursuing raw water capacity increase per Option 1, Phases 1-3 (unanimous)
• Recommended pursuing Navajo Nation agreement for raw water/wastewater (unanimous)
• Consensus to recommend continuing Option 2 upstream intake effort as long-term solution

Youth Advisory Commission

The City of Page Youth Advisory Commission will hold a work session on September 9, 2024. Commissioners will discuss youth activities sponsored by the city, youth feedback on city revitalization efforts, and opportunities for youth volunteering. No formal decisions or actions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of youth activities sponsored by the City of Page
• Discussion of youth feedback pertaining to revitalization in the City of Page
• Discussion of youth involvement in volunteering opportunities

Youth Advisory Commission

The Page Youth Advisory Commission held a work session with discussion-only items. They discussed youth activities sponsored by the City of Page, youth feedback on revitalization (including sidewalk construction), and youth involvement in volunteering opportunities. No formal decisions were made.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Page Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will convene to review past minutes, hear from the public, and discuss new projects for the fiscal year 2025-26. The board will also receive updates from the Economic Development, Events, Recreation, and Parks & Trails departments, along with a presentation from Coconino County.

• Review of August 5, 2024, board minutes
• Discussion of FY25-26 Parks and Recreation projects
• Reports from Economic Development, Events, Recreation, and Parks & Trails
• Presentation by Coconino County Parks & Recreation
• Public comment period for agenda items

Substance Abuse Task Force

The Substance Abuse Task Force will hear reports from local police, courts, and healthcare providers regarding substance abuse and treatment. The body may take action on how to improve the visibility of information on the City's web page.

• Discussion on criminal activities involving substance abuse from Page Police Department
• Review of monthly statistics and Recovery Court program from Page Magistrate Court
• Report on prevention and treatment programs from Encompass Health Services
• Discussion on medicated assisted treatment and counseling from Canyonlands Healthcare
• Possible action on the ease and visibility of locating information on the City's web page

The Page Substance Abuse Task Force approved its July 17, 2024 meeting minutes and heard informational updates from the police department, magistrate court, and chair. An item regarding city web page location information was discussed and continued to the next meeting. Representatives from Canyonlands Healthcare and Catholic Charities were not present.

• Approved minutes from the July 17, 2024 regular meeting (passed unanimously)
• Tabled discussion and possible action on web page location information visibility to the next meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zone change for Parcel #80114001V. The body will also discuss the purchase of rental property for employee housing and the acquisition of passenger trolleys.

• Public hearing and possible action on Minor General Plan Amendment and Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001 for Parcel #80114001V
• Discussion on the purchase of rental property for employee housing
• Discussion on the purchase of passenger trolleys
• Liquor license applications for Page Chamber Street Fair, Canyon Club Oktoberfest, Glen Canyon Conservancy, and Grand Circle Arts Alliance
• Executive session regarding the potential sale of a portion of Parcel #80220005A near Highway 98 and Coppermine Road

The Page City Council approved the purchase of two passenger trolleys for $428,777, adopted a minor general plan amendment and zone change for Parcel #80114001V, and approved a Code of Ethics. A motion to use the PERA Club as a recreational facility failed. The council also approved several special event liquor licenses and rescheduled November and December meetings.

• Approved purchase of two passenger trolleys from Specialty Vehicles for $428,777 (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1323-24 changing future land use of Parcel #80114001V from multifamily residential to business commerce (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 730-24 changing zoning of Parcel #80114001V from PDRM to C-2 (5-2)
• Approved Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct for City Council, Boards, and Commissions (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Page Chamber Street Fair (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Canyon Club Oktoberfest (unanimous, with recusals)
• Approved special event liquor license for Glen Canyon Conservancy (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Grand Circle Arts Alliance (unanimous, with recusal)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will hear updates from city officials and community partners, discuss recent resignations and introduce new members, consider the affordable housing plan, and deliberate a possible action on the Lake Powell Boulevard Streetpark proposal. The meeting also includes discussion of appointing a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Discussion and possible action on the "Lake Powell Boulevard Streetpark" proposal
• Discussion of affordable housing and potential plan
• Updates from Code Enforcement, Chamber of Commerce, Glen Canyon Conservancy, Marketing Coordinator, and Economic Development Director
• Discussion of resignations of Cindy Scott, Kenna Hettinger, and Wagner Kelley
• Introduction of new board members: Ryan Palizzi, Paul Meehan, Vicki Alexander, Erik Stanfield

The Page Economic Development Advisory Board appointed Erik Stanfield as chair and Paul Meehan as vice chair, both unanimously. The board tabled the Lake Powell Boulevard Streetpark proposal to gather business feedback, and also tabled an affordable housing item. No public comments or hearings were held.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (motion passed; Stanfield and Meehan abstained)
• Appointed Erik Stanfield as chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Meehan as vice chair (unanimous)
• Tabled Lake Powell Boulevard Streetpark proposal (unanimous)
• Tabled affordable housing plan

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on vandalism within the City of Page. The body will also consider community service activities for September.

• Possible action on vandalism within the City of Page
• Possible action on community service for September
• Introduction of Mia Burton
• Updates from Director of Economic Development Gregg Martinez and Liaison Jackelyne Aguirre

The Page Youth Advisory Commission approved the July 19, 2024 minutes unanimously. Members reviewed the final draft of the anti-vandalism presentation, which is scheduled to be presented to City Council on August 21, 2024. The commission also discussed community service events for September, including a registration drive at National Night Out. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved July 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed final draft of anti-vandalism presentation for City Council

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review the manager's report and library statistics. The board is scheduled to discuss library programs and the library's 50th anniversary.

• Review of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of library programs
• Review of library statistics
• Discussion of 50th anniversary

The Page Public Library Advisory Board discussed upcoming programs, including a library card sign-up month and a partnership with the Police Department for an adult prom fundraiser on October 19. The board also reviewed library statistics and continued planning for the 50th anniversary celebration. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed adult prom fundraiser with Police Department for Shop with a Cop
• Reviewed library stats showing improvements except interlibrary loan and in-person program attendance
• Continued 50th anniversary celebration planning, including time capsule and historical timeline

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Board will meet to discuss the status of a water funding project and the election of officers. Members will also review financial reports from June 2024 and general manager reports from July 2024.

• Election of Officers
• Status of Water Funding Project presented by Spencer Fane
• Performance Stipends
• General Manager's Reports on power costs, maintenance, and wastewater plant updates
• Financial Reports for June 2024

The Page Utility Enterprises Board unanimously approved the July 9, 2024 minutes, elected Chuck Straub as Parliamentarian, and re-elected the remaining officer slate (Chairman Tony Ferrando, Vice Chairman Jeff Jones, Secretary Alan Nelson, Treasurer Tom Geiger). The board also unanimously approved performance stipends as presented by the General Manager. A discussion on the EPA water funding project status resulted in no action.

• Approved July 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Chuck Straub as Parliamentarian (unanimous)
• Re-elected officers: Chairman Ferrando, Vice Chairman Jones, Secretary Nelson, Treasurer Geiger (unanimous)
• Approved performance stipends as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The Page City Council will discuss the canvass of the July 30, 2024 Primary Election and consider adopting Resolution No. 1324-24. The council will also discuss appointing a new member to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Brian Carey.

• Canvass of July 30, 2024 Primary Election
• Adoption of Resolution No. 1324-24
• Appointment to fill City Council vacancy
• Executive session for employment discussion
• Executive session for legal advice

The Page City Council unanimously approved the canvass of the July 30, 2024 Primary Election and adopted Resolution No. 1324-24. The council also unanimously appointed Steve Kidman to fill the vacancy left by Brian Carey's resignation, with a term ending November 30, 2024. The scheduled executive session on the appointment was removed because the matter was already addressed in open session.

• Approved canvass of July 30, 2024 Primary Election and adopted Resolution No. 1324-24 (unanimous)
• Appointed Steve Kidman to City Council for term ending November 30, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The Page City Council will discuss several items, including the acquisition of a new 2024 F750 dump truck, a purchase agreement extension for Lot 8, Block 196 (Parcel No. 80210019), and the resignation of Councilor Brian Carey with the resulting vacancy. Unfinished business includes a resolution on the South Central Communications wired telecommunications license and right‑of‑way use. Executive sessions will address a potential land sale of Parcel No. 80220005A on the south side of Highway 98 and the purchase agreement extension for the same parcel.

• Acquisition of a new 2024 F750 dump truck
• Purchase Agreement extension for Lot 8, Block 196, Parcel No. 80210019
• Potential land sale of Parcel No. 80220005A on the south side of Highway 98
• Resolution No. 1322-24 for South Central Communications wired telecommunications license and right‑of‑way use
• Acceptance of Councilor Brian Carey's resignation and declaration of a council vacancy

The Page City Council accepted Councilor Brian Carey's resignation effective immediately and declared a vacancy. A motion to appoint Steve Kidman directly failed, but the council approved a process to accept letters of interest by August 8 and decide at a special meeting on August 12. The council also approved a $124,687.41 dump truck purchase, a 9-month extension for a property purchase agreement, and two board appointments.

• Accepted Councilor Brian Carey's resignation and declared vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved process to fill vacancy via letters of interest due Aug 8, decision at Aug 12 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2024 F750 dump truck for $124,687.41 (unanimous)
• Granted 9-month extension to Mr. Kang for Lot 8, Block 196 purchase agreement (unanimous)
• Appointed Vickie Alexander to Economic Development Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Lindsey Blake to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1322-24 for South Central Communications right-of-way agreement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 and consent agenda (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a general plan amendment for the Cox Property. The body will discuss changing the land use and zoning of Parcel #80114001V to allow for business commerce.

• Public hearing for Cox Property Minor General Plan Amendment (Parcel #80114001V)
• Proposed land use change for Parcel #80114001V from Multifamily Residential to Business Commerce
• Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001: change Parcel #80114001V from Planned Development Multifamily Residential (PDRM) to Community Commercial (C-2)

The Page Planning and Zoning Commission approved a minor General Plan Amendment changing the Future Land Use Map designation of Parcel #80114001V from Multifamily Residential to Business Commerce, and also approved Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001 to rezone the same parcel from Planned Development Multifamily Residential (PDRM) to Community Commercial (C-2). Both motions passed 5-1, with Vice-Chair Preller voting to deny. The public hearing included opposition from an attorney representing Marpalm Incorporated, who argued the changes were speculative and would reduce available multifamily land.

• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment for Parcel #80114001V from Multifamily Residential to Business Commerce (5-1)
• Approved Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001 for Parcel #80114001V from PDRM to C-2 (5-1)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Page Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on August 5, 2024. Members will hear citizen comments, receive updates on events, recreation, and park projects, and discuss unfinished business such as the baseball batting cages and FY25‑26 new projects. New business includes a presentation on the Red Mesa Rim Trail shade structure, an Adopt‑A‑Trail program discussion, and the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair for the next fiscal year.

• Discussion of Baseball Batting Cages at the Sports Complex
• Discussion of FY25‑26 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's New Projects
• Presentation on Red Mesa Rim Trail Shade Structure by the Canyon Club
• Adopt‑A‑Trail Program discussion and presentation by Brian Kerr
• Election of a new Chair and Vice Chair for the next fiscal year

City Council

The Page City Council will consider several liquor license applications for local restaurants and a zone change. The council will also discuss a potential contract for infrastructure funding and adopt a code of ethics for appointed boards.

• Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001
• Liquor License Application: Lake Powell Italian Deli
• Liquor License Application: Mandarin Gourmet
• Discussion: Page Utility Enterprises continued services with Dorn Policy Group
• Discussion: Adopting a Code of Ethics for appointed boards

The Page City Council approved a zone change for an 11.22-acre parcel from Planned Development Multi-Family Residential to Community Commercial, two restaurant liquor licenses, a special event liquor license, and the Sacred Mountain Adult Softball Tournament with a $1,500 fee and deposit. The council also appointed Erik Stanfield to the Economic Development Advisory Board and Mia Burton to the Youth Advisory Commission. A proposed Code of Ethics was discussed but not adopted, with changes to be brought back later.

• Approved zone change for Parcel #80114001V from PDRM to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Series #12 liquor license for Mandarin Gourmet/Zhi Yang (unanimous)
• Approved Series #12 liquor license for Lake Powell Italian Deli LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event License for Glen Canyon Conservancy Concerts in the Park (unanimous)
• Approved Sacred Mountain Adult Softball Tournament with $1,500 fee and $1,500 deposit (unanimous)
• Appointed Erik Stanfield to Economic Development Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Mia Burton to Youth Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled Code of Ethics adoption pending revisions

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board will discuss and potentially take action on appointing a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes updates from the Chamber of Commerce, Glen Canyon Conservancy, and city marketing and economic development staff. Members will also discuss affordable housing and several board resignations.

• Appointment of the Chair
• Appointment of the Vice Chair
• Affordable Housing and Potential Plan
• Resignations of Cindy Scott, Kenna Hettinger, and Wagner Kelley

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to discuss vandalism within the City of Page and plan community service for August. The body will also consider changing its monthly meeting time and participating in National Night Out.

• Possible action on vandalism within the City of Page
• Possible action on community service for August
• Possible action on participating in National Night Out
• Possible action to move meetings to the 3rd Monday at 4pm starting August 2024
• Discussion of the resignation of Dominic Martinez

The Page Youth Advisory Commission approved moving future meetings to the 3rd Monday of each month at 4pm at the Page Public Library, starting August 2024. They also approved the April 19, 2024 minutes. Other items were discussed only, including an anti-vandalism presentation, a resignation, and community service opportunities.

• Approved moving meetings to 3rd Monday at 4pm at Page Public Library (unanimous)
• Approved April 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Board will meet to review board minutes, discuss 2024-2025 budget items, and consider library policies regarding overdue and damaged materials. The meeting will also include a report on library statistics and a discussion of the library's 50th anniversary.

• Review of June 20, 2024 board minutes
• Discussion of 2024-2025 budget
• Library policy review (Overdue Material, Outstanding Overdue's, Damaged Materials)
• Presentation of library statistics
• Discussion of 50th Anniversary

The Page Public Library Advisory Board unanimously approved revised library policies covering overdue materials, outstanding overdues, and damaged library materials. The board also approved hiring for a custodial position. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on operations, staffing, and programs.

• Approved revised library policy on overdue materials, outstanding overdues, and damaged materials (unanimous)
• Approved hiring for a custodial position

Substance Abuse Task Force

The Substance Abuse Task Force will hold a meeting to hear reports from various law enforcement and health providers. The body will also discuss and potentially set the date for its August 2024 meeting.

• Discussion on criminal activities involving substance abuse from Page Police Department
• Updates on Recovery Court and participants from Page Magistrate Court
• Program updates from Encompass, Navajo Nation Behavioral Health, Catholic Charities, and Coconino County Health Services
• Possible action on the August 2024 meeting date

The task force approved the minutes from the June 19, 2024, meeting. Members received updates on fentanyl seizures, Recovery Court graduations, and county outreach programs. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 19, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 28, 2024

City Council

The Page City Council will discuss several board appointments and a potential partial land sale for Parcel # 801-12-005A. The council will also consider the designation of a Chief Fiscal Officer.

• Potential partial land sale of Parcel # 801-12-005A
• Chief Fiscal Officer Designation (Resolution No. 1320-24)
• Appointments to Planning and Zoning, Library, and Parks and Recreation boards
• Proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month
• Page Utility Enterprises Board re-appointment (Resolution No. 1321-24)

The City Council approved several appointments and re-appointments to city advisory boards and commissions. The council also passed a resolution to appoint a member to the Page Utility Enterprises Board and approved a Chief Fiscal Officer designation.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution No. 1320-24 for Chief Fiscal Officer Designation (Unanimous)
• Appointed Shelley Johnstone, Victoria Redshirt, Ermenia Tenpenny, and Cody Woods to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Cindy Stafford, Marie Cloutier, and Stacey Shropsphire to Library Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Victor Castillo, Shelley Johnstone, and Rick Yanke to Planning and Zoning Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brittany Hansen, Ricky Cottrell, and Camilla Adams to Substance Abuse Task Force (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kay Leum, Ryan Palizzi, and Paul Meehan to Economic Development Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1321-24 appointing Charles Straub to Page Utility Enterprises Board (Unanimous)

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board will discuss methods for moving existing streetlights and review Bid #253 for a primary distribution conductor. The board will also receive updates on the Carollo Effluent Water Funding Project and credit card fees.

• Method to move existing streetlights
• Bid #253 Primary Distribution Conductor
• Status of Carollo Effluent Water Funding Project
• Discussion regarding credit card fees
• General Manager's report on power costs and utility maintenance

The Board voted to discontinue American Express as a payment method to reduce annual credit card fees. Staff were also directed to develop a form for requested changes to public lighting.

• Approved discontinuation of American Express payments effective October 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved June 11, 2024, regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Determined conductor purchases for Bid #253 are within General Manager's spending authority
• Requested staff develop a form for public lighting change requests for future presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to change the zoning of an 11.22-acre parcel from multi-family residential to community commercial. The commission will also hold its annual meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the next business year. Additionally, members will discuss scheduling a luncheon to honor previous commissioners Lyle Dimbatt and Bubba Ketchersid.

• Zone change request #ZON 24-001 for parcel #80114001V from PDRM to C-2 zoning
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion regarding a luncheon for Lyle Dimbatt and Bubba Ketchersid

The Page Planning and Zoning Commission held its annual officer election, unanimously choosing Rick Yanke as Chair and Tom Preller as Vice-Chair. A public hearing on Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001 was opened; three people spoke and all opposed the change, but the minutes record no vote or decision on that case. Commissioners also agreed to hold a luncheon on July 18 or 25 to honor former commissioners Lyle Dimbatt and Bubba Ketchersid, with staff to confirm the date. The commission approved the minutes of its October 10, 2023 regular meeting.

• Elected Rick Yanke as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Tom Preller as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved October 10, 2023 regular meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Agreed July 18 or 25 luncheon to honor former commissioners Lyle Dimbatt and Bubba Ketchersid; staff to confirm date
• Zone Change Case #ZON 24-001 public hearing held; three speakers all opposed; no vote recorded in minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review updates from the recreation department and parks manager. The meeting also includes discussions on handicap accessible playground equipment and FY25-26 projects.

• Discussion regarding handicap accessible playground equipment
• Discussion regarding FY25-26 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Projects
• Updates on Red Mesa Disc Golf, Golliard Park, Vermillion Park, and Annex Park

The Page Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met July 1, 2024, and approved the May 6, 2024 minutes unanimously. The rest of the meeting was reports and discussion: staff gave updates on events, recreation programs, and park projects, and the board discussed handicap-accessible playground equipment and FY25-26 projects. No new business was decided; the board asked staff to look into adding handicap-accessible equipment to at least one park.

• Approved May 6, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• No vote on handicap-accessible playground equipment; board asked staff to check into adding it to at least one park
• No vote on FY25-26 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board projects; discussion only

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes a public hearing and possible action on adopting the final budget via Resolution No. 1316-24.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Possible action to adopt the FY 2024-2025 Final Budget (Resolution No. 1316-24)

At a special meeting on June 26, 2024, the Page City Council adopted the FY 2024-2025 Final Budget by passing Resolution No. 1316-24. The vote was unanimous. A public hearing on the budget was opened and closed with no speakers for or against. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 Final Budget (Resolution No. 1316-24), unanimous
• Held public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget; no proponents or opponents spoke

City Council

The Page City Council will consider several new business items, including presentations on a battery storage facility and a glamping resort. The agenda also includes a notice regarding a special recall election and the purchase of speed radar signs.

• Notice of Special Recall Election (Resolution No. 1319-24)
• Presentation by Photon Vault for a battery storage facility
• Presentation for a Glamping Resort
• Grand Canyon Brewery purchase option (Ordinance No. 732-24)
• Purchase of additional speed limit radar signs

The Page City Council adopted Resolution No. 1319-24, providing notice of a Special Recall Election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with candidates for the recall of Council members Michael Farrow and David Auge; both recused themselves and the resolution passed unanimously. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 732-24, approving the sale by negotiation of city real property where the Grand Canyon Brewery is located, after the lessee exercised a purchase option in a 2021 lease; it passed unanimously. The council approved the consent agenda, including amendments to the Rural Arizona Group Health Trust agreement (Resolution No. 1317-24), and after an executive session voted to have the City Manager sign a letter of intent for potential land sale parcel #80109012, and instructed staff to proceed as directed on parcel #80210020S. Presentations on a Photon Vault battery storage facility, a Terra-Nova glamping resort, and Coconino Community College student/workforce housing were discussion only, with no action recorded.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1319-24 calling a Special Recall Election for Nov. 5, 2024 for Council members Farrow and Auge (unanimous; Farrow and Auge recused)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 732-24 approving sale by negotiation of city property where Grand Canyon Brewery is located (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including RAGHT agreement amendments, Resolution No. 1317-24 (unanimous)
• Voted to have City Manager sign a letter of intent for potential land sale of parcel #80109012 (unanimous)
• Instructed City Staff to proceed as directed on potential land sale of parcel #80210020S
• Entered executive session on two land sale items at 6:55 p.m., reconvened at 7:46 p.m. (unanimous)
• Heard presentations only, no action, on Photon Vault battery storage, Terra-Nova glamping resort, and Coconino Community College housing

Youth Advisory Commission

The Page Youth Advisory Commission will discuss local vandalism and plan for July community service projects. The commission will also consider participating in the Independence Day Parade and using the Page Public Library as a meeting venue.

• Discussion on vandalism within the City of Page
• Planning community service for July
• Participation in the Independence Day Parade
• Potential use of Page Public Library as a meeting venue
• New meeting dates starting August 2024

Library Advisory Board

The Page Public Library Advisory Board will review the May 16, 2024, meeting minutes and a manager's report. New business items include discussions on library statistics, the 2024-2025 budget, and the library's 50th anniversary.

• Review of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024-2025 budget
• Library statistics report
• Planning for the library's 50th anniversary
• American Library Association visit

The Page Public Library Advisory Board met on June 20, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The board received reports on E-Rate internet funding of $131,263.52, upcoming library programs including a 50th celebration and an American Library Association presidential visit, and updates on library statistics and grants.

• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously

Youth Advisory Commission

The task force will review minutes from February 2024 and hear updates from several community organizations. Members may also vote for new officers and discuss ways to improve member engagement.

• Vote for new Substance Abuse Task Force officers
• Discussion regarding media postings with City Marketing Coordinator
• Program updates from Encompass Health Care, Catholic Charities, and Navajo Nation Behavioral Health Department
• Drug Court Program statistics from Page Magistrate Court
• Police Department report on criminal activities involving substance abuse

Substance Abuse Task Force

The Substance Abuse Task_Force will hear updates from the Page Police Department, Page Magistrate Court, and several health organizations. The meeting also includes potential votes for new officers and discussions regarding member engagement and media postings.

• Vote for new Substance Abuse Task Force officers
• Discussion of criminal activities involving substance abuse from Page Police Department
• Review of Drug Court Program statistics from Page Magistrate Court
• Program updates from Encompass Health Care, Catholic Charities, and Navajo Nation Behavioral Health
• Discussion regarding media postings with City Marketing Coordinator Jackelyne Aguirre

The Task Force approved the February 21, 2024, meeting minutes and a social media posting presented by the City of Page Marketing Coordinator. The group also voted to appoint new officers for the task force.

• Approved February 21, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved social media posting presented by Jackelyne Aguirre (unanimous)
• Elected Member Matthew Lasslo as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Chair Brittany Hansen as Vice Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss increasing the hotel and local transient lodging tax to 5%. The agenda also includes a proposed partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona for workforce housing. Additionally, the council will review strategic priorities for downtown streetscape development.

• Proposed 5% tax increase for hotel and local transient lodging (Ordinance No. 731-24)
• Liquor license application for C&J Enterprise LLC DBA Rustic Thistle
• Proposed partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona for workforce housing
• Streetscape development from Vista Avenue to South Navajo Drive
• Potential land sale of Parcel #80010007D

The Council adopted Ordinance No 731-24 to raise hotel and transient lodging taxes to 5% to fund a new swimming pool. The Council also appointed a new member to fill a vacancy and directed the city to explore a workforce housing partnership with Habitat for Humanity.

• Adopted Ordinance No 731-24 increasing hotel and transient lodging taxes to 5%
• Appointed Kenna Hettinger to City Council to fill the vacancy left by Theresa Lee
• Approved Series #12 Liquor License Application for C&J Enterprise LLC DBA Rustic Thistle
• Directed City to establish a relationship with Habitat for Humanity for workforce housing
• Directed PUE Board to develop a formal process for streetlight relocation requests
• Assigned redundant water supply strategy to the PUE Board and PUE Manager
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted proclamation for the United States Army 249th Anniversary

Page Utility Enterprises Board

The Page Utility Enterprises Board is meeting to discuss continuing services with Dorn Policy Group and potential engagement for power marketing consulting. The agenda includes reports on power costs, water statistics, and wastewater plant updates. Financial reports for March and April 2024 will also be reviewed.

• Discussion of proposed continued services with Dorn Policy Group
• Possible action regarding engagement for power marketing consulting with K.R. Saline
• General Manager's reports on power costs, water statistics, and maintenance
• Review of wastewater plant updates and generator operations
• Financial reports for March and April 2024

The Page Utility Enterprises Board approved engaging K.R. Saline & Associates for power marketing consulting to discuss moving from WAPA's expiring Regional Transmission Operator to Southwest Power Pool RTO, along with scheduling and marketing services. The board also unanimously approved minutes from its April 9 regular meeting and May 8 joint Board/Council special meeting. Tom Dorn of the Dorn Policy Group gave an update on lobbying activities, noting 2023 Congressional Appropriation funding was secured but cannot be disbursed until EPA requirements are met. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved engagement of K.R. Saline & Associates for power marketing consulting (unanimous)
• Approved April 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2024 joint Board/Council special meeting minutes (unanimous)