Pinetop-Lakeside public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town of Pinetop‑Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 25, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The commission’s next regular meeting is set for Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 325 W. White Mountain Blvd., Lakeside, AZ.

Town Council

The Pinetop-Lakeside Town Council is attending a Holiday Potluck at the Public Works facility. No formal business or action will be conducted during this event.

Town Council

The Pinetop-Lakeside Town Council will meet to approve the November 2025 check register and receive the November financial report. The council will also discuss a proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Navajo County for a Sexual Assault and Multidisciplinary Response Team.

• Approval of November 2025 Town Check Register
• Presentation of November 2025 Financial Report
• Discussion of MOU with Navajo County for Sexual Assault Response Team
• Discussion of policy manual amendments for overtime compensation
• Monthly Town Manager Report

The Town Council approved the Consent Agenda and the November 2025 Town Check Register, both unanimously. It also adopted Resolution No. 25-1797, entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with Navajo County for a Sexual Assault Response Team, unanimously. Finally, the Council approved Resolution No. 25-1798, amending the Town Policy Manual to establish a 14‑day work period for eligible law‑enforcement overtime, unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimously)
• Approved Town Check Register for Nov 1‑30 2025 (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1797 MOU with Navajo County Sexual Assault Response Team (unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1798 overtime policy amendments to Town Policy Manual Section 203 paragraphs B & C (unanimously)

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council posted a public notice listing several community events scheduled between December 5 and December 31, 2025. No formal business or action will be conducted or taken by the council during these events. The notice was revised on December 12, 2025 and originally posted on November 21, 2025.

• Mayor’s Tree Lighting – Jack Barker Park, W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
• VFW Flag Ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial – 325 W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. and Dec 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
• Coffee With Council – Pinetop Coffee House, 1684 E. White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop – Dec 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
• Planning and Zoning Council meeting – Chambers, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Holiday Potluck – Public Works, 958 S. Woodland Road, Lakeside – Dec 18, 2025, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission will consider selecting a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025‑2026 term. It will also discuss possible amendments to Town Code Title 16 Subdivisions and Title 17 Site Plan Review under HB 2247. Minutes from the September 11 and October 23 meetings will be approved.

• Discussion and possible action on selecting a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025‑2026
• Discussion and possible action on amending Town Code Title 16 Subdivisions (HB 2247)
• Discussion and possible action on amending Town Code Title 17 Site Plan Review (HB 2247)
• Consider approval of minutes from the September 11, 2025 regular meeting (C.1)
• Consider approval of minutes from the October 23, 2025 work session (C.2)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from its September and October meetings. Commissioners voted to appoint Rick Miller as Chair and David Westley as Vice Chair. The commission also recommended amending Chapter 17.84 and Title 16 of the Town Code to comply with House Bill 2447.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 23, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)
• Selected Rick Miller as Planning & Zoning Chairman (4-1)
• Selected David Westley as Planning & Zoning Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Recommended amending Chapter 17.84 Site Plan Review to comply with HB 2447 (4-1)
• Recommended amending Title 16 Subdivisions to comply with HB 2447 (3-2)

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee will meet to assemble care bags for White Mountain Sirens and Sleigh Bells.

• Assembly of care bags for White Mountain Sirens and Sleigh Bells

Town Council

The Town Council will receive presentations on the Four Seasons and White Mountain Connection public transit systems. The meeting also includes updates on snow removal operations and financial reports for the Police Department and Top of the Woods projects.

• Presentation of Four Seasons Connection and White Mountain Connection Public Transit System
• Presentation of Snow Removal Operations
• Financial update on the Police Department Project
• Financial update on the Top of the Woods Project
• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The council approved the Consent Agenda, which bundles multiple items for a single vote, with all members voting in favor. The council also approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 regular meeting, again unanimously. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the scope and focus of Town Council Liaison roles and reporting.

• Discussion of Town Council Liaison Roles and Reporting

The council agreed to stop the Town Council liaison reports as they have been presented in the past. The council will revisit the liaison report process when a Community Services Director is hired. No other substantive actions were taken during the work session.

• Agreed to discontinue liaison reports (no vote tally recorded)

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council posted a public notice that no formal business will be conducted at the listed events. The notice lists several community events, including a tree lighting at Jack Barker Park on Dec 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., VFW flag ceremonies at the Veteran’s Memorial on Dec 7 and Dec 13, 2025, a “Coffee With Council” at the Pinetop Coffee House on Dec 9, 2025, a Planning and Zoning Council meeting on Dec 11, 2025, and a Community Center lunch service at White Mtn Community Center (date TBD). The notice was posted on Nov 21, 2025 by Deputy Town Clerk Mackenzie Valichnac.

• Tree Lighting – Jack Barker Park, W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 5, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
• VFW Flag Ceremony – Veteran’s Memorial, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 7, 2025, 11:00 a.m.
• Coffee With Council – Pinetop Coffee House, 1684 E. White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop – Dec 9, 2025, 11:00 a.m.
• Planning and Zoning Council – Chambers, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside – Dec 11, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
• Community Center Lunch Service – White Mtn Community Center, 1594 Johnson Drive, Lakeside – TBD, 11:30 a.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town of Pinetop‑Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025 was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. It will be held at 325 W. White Mountain Blvd., Lakeside, AZ 85929. All meetings remain open to the public.

Town Council

The Town Council will present the October 2025 financial report and discuss an unauthorized expenditure of $78,895.56 for AB Basalt purchased from Perkins Cinders for the Top of the Woods paving project. Council members may vote to enter an executive session for legal advice concerning the Weeden v. Town of Pinetop‑Lakeside lawsuit. Committee liaison and interim manager monthly reports will also be reviewed.

• Presentation of the October 2025 Financial Report
• Discussion of unauthorized $78,895.56 purchase of AB Basalt from Perkins Cinders for the Top of the Woods paving project (June 24 – Sept 4 2025)
• Town Council Committee Liaison and Interim Town Manager monthly reports
• Discussion of future Town Council Committee Liaison reports during meetings
• Potential executive session for legal advice on the Weeden v. Town of Pinetop‑Lakeside lawsuit

The Town Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda. It also approved the minutes from the November 6 meeting and the October 1‑31 town check register. Finally, the Council approved a retroactive expenditure of $78,895.56 for basalt material and authorized the remaining payment of $10,221.72.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 1‑31, 2025 check register (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive $78,895.56 basalt purchase and $10,221.72 payment (unanimous)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Local Board will vote to approve the minutes from its August 13, 2025 meeting. It will also consider re‑appointing Stephanie Irwin as Chairwoman, Sean Mulkearns as a board member, and Mackenzie Valichnac as Secretary, each for terms ending November 14, 2027. In an executive session, the board will review Officer Mike Lomayaklewa’s medical examination report and his enrollment into the retirement system.

• Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2025 special meeting
• Re‑appointment of Stephanie Irwin as Board Chairwoman (term ends Nov 14, 2027)
• Re‑appointment of Sean Mulkearns as Board Member (term ends Nov 14, 2027)
• Re‑appointment of Mackenzie Valichnac as Board Secretary (term ends Nov 14, 2027)
• Consideration of Officer Mike Lomayaklewa’s medical examination report and enrollment into the retirement system

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on the Pathway to Civic Leadership project and Sirens and Sleigh Bells fundraisers. Members will also prepare craft bags for the Mayor's Tree Lighting.

• Update on Pathway to Civic Leadership project
• Update on Sirens and Sleigh Bells fundraisers
• Packing craft bags for Mayor's Tree Lighting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for December 11, 2025.

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will consider a restructuring of the Community Services Department, including new job descriptions and salary ranges. It will also review Resolution No. 25‑1796 for an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Phoenix. Additional items include employee appreciation for 2025, the town manager hiring process, and possible legal action on the interim town manager’s salary.

• Restructuring of the Community Services Department and adoption of updated Director and Marketing & Communications Director job descriptions and salary ranges
• Discussion of legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1796 for an intergovernmental agreement between Phoenix and Pinetop‑Lakeside
• Possible approval of Employee Appreciation for 2025
• Information on the Town Manager hiring process
• Possible legal action regarding the salary of Interim Town Manager Salskov

Vice Mayor Beus moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Council Member Smith seconded, and the motion was declared passed unanimously. The Council also moved to approve the minutes of the September 11 work session, with Council Member Smith seconding and a vote by show of hands recorded.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 11 work session minutes (motion moved, seconded, vote recorded)

Town Council

The Town Council has issued a public notice regarding several upcoming events and a Planning meeting. The notice states that no formal business or action will be conducted during these events.

• NACOG Legislative Advocacy Workshop on November 3
• Coffee With Council on November 4
• VFW Flag Ceremony on November 11
• Planning meeting on November 13
• Community Center Lunch Service on November 20

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss and possibly approve an increase to the contract with Olney Construction for the Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex ADA Ramp and Curbing Project No. 23.002. The increase is requested to cover unbudgeted overages resulting from five change orders.

• Proposed $27,422.18 increase for Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex ADA Ramp and Curbing Project No. 23.002
• Payment for overage to be sourced from the Town's contingency fund
• Contract with Olney Construction originally approved for $126,896.36

The council voted to increase the Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex ADA ramp and curbing project budget by $27,422.18. The increase will be paid to Olney Construction from the town's Park Reserve Fund. The motion was moved by Council Member Heisler, seconded by Vice Mayor Beus, and passed unanimously by show of hands.

• Approved $27,422.18 budget increase for Mountain Meadow ADA ramp project (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Olney Construction from the Park Reserve Fund

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review and discuss the Commission Manual. No other business items are listed. The meeting is open to the public and includes standard procedural items.

• Review and discussion of the Planning and Zoning Commission Manual

The commission reviewed the Planning and Zoning Manual and discussed open meeting law and parliamentary procedure. Vice Chairman Tim Kendzlic announced this would be his last meeting and his resignation from the commission. Chairman Jack Pence adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially appoint an Interim Town Manager. The session includes a planned executive session for legal advice and personnel discussions. The Council will also review the timeline and process for hiring a Town Manager.

• Discussion and possible legal action regarding the appointment of an Interim Town Manager
• Possible appointment of an Interim Town Manager
• Update on the Town Manager hiring process and timeline

The Town Council entered an executive session (vote 4‑1) to discuss the interim manager appointment. Council then unanimously appointed Kristi Salskov as Interim Town Manager effective October 21, 2025. The Council adopted a staff‑outlined hiring process for the permanent Town Manager, with optional use of recruiter Jackie Bennett and a public survey to be launched Oct. 27‑Nov. 3.

• Entered executive session (vote 4-1, Mayor Irwin opposed)
• Appointed Kristi Salskov as Interim Town Manager (unanimous)
• Approved use of Top Search Recruiting (Jackie Bennett) for Town Manager search
• Adopted staff‑drafted hiring process and public survey timeline

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will approve minutes from the October 2 meeting and the October 2 work session. Council members will discuss a series of legal actions, including canceling a purchasing agreement with Mohave Educational Services Cooperative, Inc., and entering an intergovernmental agreement related to the Byrne Grant and Arizona Local Border Support Funding. Additional items include authorizing a recycling partnership grant, approving a state parks grant for the pickleball courts project, and receiving a fundraising update from the Pickleball Club.

• Approve minutes of the Town Council work session (Oct. 2, 2025) and regular meeting (Oct. 2, 2025)
• Consider legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1793 to cancel the purchasing agreement with Mohave Educational Services Cooperative, Inc.
• Consider legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1792 to enter an intergovernmental agreement with Navajo County Sheriff’s Office, Winslow and Show Low regarding the Byrne Grant and Arizona Local Border Support Funding FY 2025‑2026
• Consider legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1794 to authorize the Recycling Partnership Grant Agreement for the Residential Recycling Drop‑off Program
• Consider legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1795 to approve the Arizona State Parks & Trails Grant Application for the Pinetop‑Lakeside Pickleball Courts Project No. PR 26‑001

The council approved the consent agenda and the minutes from the October 2 meetings. It voted to cancel the purchasing agreement with Mohave Educational Services Cooperative, Inc. It also approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Byrne Grant and a recycling partnership grant. All motions passed unanimously by show of hands.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Town Council Work Session Oct 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Town Council Regular Meeting Oct 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for Sept 1‑30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Cancelled Purchasing Agreement with Mohave Educational Services Cooperative, Inc. (Resolution 25-1793, unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Byrne Grant and Arizona Local Border Support funding (Resolution 25-1792, unanimous)
• Authorized Recycling Partnership Grant Agreement for Residential Recycling Drop‑Off Program (Resolution 25-1794, unanimous)

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to consider serving lunch to senior citizens and plan for the Sirens and Sleigh Bells event. The body will also receive a presentation from the Read Better, Be Better director.

• Proposed action to serve lunch at White Mountain Community Center at a cost of $7.00 per person from the Clerk Department Budget
• Discussion of fundraising and purchases for White Mountain Sirens and Sleigh Bells, including blankets, snacks, hygiene items, and toys
• Presentation from the director of the Read Better, Be Better program
• Review of upcoming dates including Backpack Snacks on October 21 and the Mayor's Tree Lighting on December 6
• Approval of September 11, 2025, meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 14 meeting (6‑0). It then approved Sydney Layton and Gray Brady as new members for 2025‑2026, each by a 6‑0 vote. Members decided the Imprints of Honor project deadline of Dec. 15 was too difficult this year and will be reconsidered next year. They expressed interest in partnering on the Read Better, Be Better after‑school program.

• Approved August 14 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Sydney Layton as new MYAC member (6-0)
• Approved Gray Brady as new MYAC member (6-0)
• Decided Imprints of Honor deadline too difficult this year; will consider next year
• Expressed interest in partnering on Read Better, Be Better program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town of Pinetop‑Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at 325 W. White Mountain Blvd., Lakeside, AZ 85929.

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will discuss and possibly take legal action on three resolutions (Nos. 25‑1788, 25‑1789, 25‑1790) to approve Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety grants for DUI enforcement, traffic enforcement, and TRAcs equipment. The council will also consider a resolution (No. 25‑1791) to purchase asphalt for the Wood Drainage Project using a Navajo County contract, and will discuss the process for recruiting and hiring a town manager. Routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and proclamations will be handled through the consent agenda.

• Resolution 25‑1788 – possible approval of 2026 Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Grant, Contract #2026‑II‑005, for DUI enforcement funding
• Resolution 25‑1789 – possible approval of 2026 Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Grant, Contract #2026‑PTS‑053, for traffic enforcement funding
• Resolution 25‑1790 – possible approval of 2026 Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Grant, Contract #2026‑405c‑003, for TRAcs equipment
• Resolution 25‑1791 – purchase of asphalt to complete the top of the Wood Drainage Project from Perkins Aggregates using Navajo County’s purchasing contract
• Discussion of the process for recruiting and hiring a town manager

At the October 2 regular meeting, the council unanimously approved three Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety grants: $3,000 for DUI enforcement, $4,000 for traffic enforcement, and $15,129 for police TraCS equipment. The council also adopted a proclamation recognizing the historical significance of the Quinn Cabin and approved the consent agenda. All motions passed by unanimous show‑of‑hands votes.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation “Historical Significance of the Quinn Cabin” (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 DUI enforcement grant (Resolution 25-1788, unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 traffic enforcement grant (Resolution 25-1789, unanimous)
• Approved $15,129 grant for police TraCS equipment (Resolution 25-1790, unanimous)

Town Council

The Pinetop-Lakeside Town Council will hold a budget work session on October 2, 2025. Council members and department directors will engage in an open discussion to review priorities, address questions, and exchange information about the town's budget, operations, and policies. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

The council decided to receive complete and accurate financial reports at the first meeting of the following month, even if that delays presentation. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for other items. Discussions covered salary realignment, cost‑saving measures, and a possible expansion of the collection center, but those were not decided.

• Agreed to present complete monthly financial reports at the first meeting of the following month

Town Council

The Town Council announced that no formal business or actions will be taken during the listed events. The notice lists five upcoming events: Coffee With Council on Oct 14 at Pinetop Coffee House, Apache Navajo County Mayor Councilmember Association Meeting (date TBD), Community Center Lunch Service on Oct 23 at White Mtn Community Center, Planning and Zoning Council on Oct 23 at the council chambers, and Harvest Fun Fest on Oct 28 at White Mountain Nature Center. The notice was posted on Sep 26, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the Town Hall. Residents can find more information on the town website.

• Coffee With Council – Oct 14, 2025 @ 11:00 a.m., Pinetop Coffee House, 1684 E. White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop, AZ 85935
• Apache Navajo County Mayor Councilmember Association Meeting – TBD Oct 16, 2025 @ 12:00 p.m.
• Community Center Lunch Service – Oct 23, 2025 @ 11:30 a.m., White Mtn Community Center, 1594 Johnson Drive, Lakeside, AZ 85929
• Planning and Zoning Council – Oct 23, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside, AZ 85929
• Harvest Fun Fest – Oct 28, 2025 @ 2:00 p.m., White Mountain Nature Center, 425 S. Woodland Road, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town of Pinetop-Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at 325 W. White Mountain Blvd., Lakeside, AZ 85929. No agenda items were considered at this cancelled meeting.

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will consider approval of the town check register for August 1‑31, 2025. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week, a presentation on the "Adopt an Acre" fundraising plan, and discussions on possible legal action regarding a CFO appointment and the town manager selection process. Additional items cover a financial report and salary findings.

• C.1 Approve the Town Check Register for August 1‑31, 2025
• D.1 Proclamation of Fire Prevention Week (Oct 5‑11, 2025)
• D.2 Presentation on "Adopt an Acre" fundraising plan
• D.3 Discussion of possible legal action on Resolution No. 25‑1787 (CFO appointment)
• D.6 Discussion of the selection process for Town Manager

The Town Council approved the consent agenda and the August 1‑31, 2025 Town Check Register, both unanimously. It also adopted Resolution No. 25‑1787, appointing Gabe Buldra as Chief Fiscal Officer to file the FY2025 Annual Expenditure Limitation Report, with a unanimous vote. The August 2025 Financial Report was approved unanimously, and staff were directed to research cost‑effective external consultants for the Town Manager selection process.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for Aug 1‑31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑1787 appointing Gabe Buldra as CFO for FY2025 AELR (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 Financial Report as presented (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research cost‑effective external consulting options for Town Manager selection
• No action taken on salary findings; council requested full materials for later review
• Suggested outreach to Chamber of Commerce for Save Our Park “Adopt an Acre” program

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session with department directors to review priorities, answer questions, and share information about town operations and policies. No specific actions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for dialogue and information exchange. The session is open to the public.

The Town Council instructed staff to refine the personnel analysis for reclassification or layoffs, explore intergovernmental agreements for equipment sharing, and provide updated financial projections. Council also asked staff to continue reviewing operations for additional efficiencies. No formal votes were recorded; the directives were adopted by consensus.

• Council directed staff to refine personnel analysis (no vote recorded)
• Council instructed staff to explore intergovernmental agreements for equipment sharing (no vote recorded)
• Council asked staff to provide updated financial projections (no vote recorded)
• Council asked staff to continue reviewing operations for efficiencies (no vote recorded)

Town Council

The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will conduct a work session on September 11, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. The session consists of an open discussion between council members and department directors to review priorities, answer questions, and share information about town operations. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Open discussion between Town Council and department directors

The Town Council work session on September 11, 2025 discussed a range of budget, staffing, and operational issues but did not adopt any resolutions or votes. No formal actions were taken on any proposals. Staff were tasked with refining the discussed scenarios and returning with recommendations to address the remaining budget gap.

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its August 14 meeting and consider two letters of interest. Members will hear a summary of the League of Cities and Towns Annual Conference. The committee will discuss the Read Better, Be Better project and the Imprints of Honor project. Upcoming dates for future activities will also be reviewed.

• Accept letter of interest from Sydney Layton
• Accept letter of interest from Gray Brady
• Review summary of the League of Cities and Towns Annual Conference
• Discuss Read Better, Be Better project
• Discuss Imprints of Honor project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider the approval of minutes from the August 14, 2025, regular meeting. The agenda contains only this procedural item.

• Approval of August 14, 2025, meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The commission then held a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP‑135, which sought approval to keep up to two horses on APN 311‑29‑025. After discussion, the commission voted 6‑0 to deny the permit. No public comments were made at the meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 14, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit CUP‑135 for up to two horses on APN 311‑29‑025 (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council approved the consent agenda and the August town check register, both by unanimous vote. Council also appointed Gabe Buldra as Chief Fiscal Officer to file the FY2025 Annual Expenditure Limitation Report, and approved the August 2025 Financial Report, each passing unanimously. No formal action was taken on the salary‑range findings or the town‑manager selection process.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for Aug 1‑31 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1787 appointing Gabe Buldra as CFO (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 Financial Report (unanimous)

Town Council

The document provides a public notice of events where a quorum of the Town Council may be present. The notice states that no formal business or action will be conducted during these events.

• Coffee With Council at Pinetop Coffee House (Sept 9)
• VFW Flag Ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial Park (Sept 11)
• Planning and Zoning meetings (Sept 11 and Sept 25)
• White Mountain Business Owners Round Table (Sept 17)
• Community Center Lunch Service (Sept 25)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town of Pinetop-Lakeside Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 28, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd.

• Meeting cancelled for August 28, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025
• Location: Town Hall, 325 W. White Mountain Blvd

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amending Town Code Chapters 17.102 and 17.114 to align medical and recreational marijuana regulations with state statutes. The body will also select its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025-2026 term.

• Public hearing on amending Town Code Chapter 17.102 Medical Marijuana
• Public hearing on amending Town Code Chapter 17.114 Recreational Marijuana
• Selection of Planning and Zoning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2025-2026
• Approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the July 24 minutes (6‑0). Members elected Jack Pence as Chair (6‑0) and Tim Kendzlic as Vice Chair (5‑1). The commission voted to recommend amending Chapter 17.102 Medical Marijuana (5‑1) and Chapter 17.114 Recreational Marijuana (5‑1) to align with state statutes.

• Approved July 24 minutes (6-0)
• Elected Jack Pence as Chair for 2025-2026 (6-0)
• Elected Tim Kendzlic as Vice Chair for 2025-2026 (5-1)
• Recommended amendment to Chapter 17.102 Medical Marijuana (5-1)
• Recommended amendment to Chapter 17.114 Recreational Marijuana (5-1)

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting. They voted to add AleenaJo Nevarez and Elliot Woods as members for 2025‑2026, each passing 7‑0. Members volunteered for the upcoming Easter Celebration and assigned topics for a PowerPoint presentation to be submitted to the town clerk. The meeting adjourned at 7:44 a.m.

• Approved March 20 minutes (7-0)
• Approved AleenaJo Nevarez as new member (7-0)
• Approved Elliot Woods as new member (7-0)
• Confirmed volunteers for Easter Celebration
• Assigned PowerPoint topics to members

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss employee appreciation bonuses and a contract with Show Low, Pinetop-Woodland Irrigation CO. These items are listed under executive session for legal advice and contract negotiations. The Council will not take action on items discussed in executive session.

• Discussion regarding employee appreciation bonuses given in FY22, FY23, and FY24
• Discussion regarding the contract with Show Low, Pinetop-Woodland Irrigation CO.

Council members voted to move the meeting into executive session to discuss legal advice and contract matters. The motion was seconded by Mayor Irwin and passed unanimously. The council reconvened later and adjourned the special meeting.

• Entered executive session – motion passed unanimously

Town Council

The council approved the Consent Agenda, covering routine items. They approved a Type 012 restaurant liquor license for Neko Asian Fusion at 674 E. White Mountain Blvd. #7. The council adopted the final budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 by unanimous vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Type 012 restaurant liquor license for Neko Asian Fusion (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for May 1‑31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑1785, final FY 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. After public discussion, the commission voted to deny recommending that the Town Council create Chapter 17.100.45 Land Maintenance. Both motions passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied recommendation to adopt Chapter 17.100.45 Land Maintenance (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and the April check register. It appointed Maryjane “Mimi” Sorenson and Derrick Cavey to the Planning & Zoning Commission, with Cavey confirmed by a 5‑1 vote. The council also unanimously adopted an intergovernmental agreement with the Navajo County Library District.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for April 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Breeze as the town’s official American Bald Eagle
• Appointed Maryjane “Mimi” Sorenson to Planning & Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Derrick Cavey to Planning & Zoning Commission (5 Ayes, 1 Nay)
• Adopted Resolution 25-1783 approving library intergovernmental agreement (unanimous)
• Introduced new Friends of the Library board members

Town Council

The council voted unanimously to approve a Professional Services Agreement with The James Vincent Group, LLC to provide financial services and act as the Town's Finance Director for a 12‑month term. The Interim Town Manager was authorized to execute all necessary documents for the agreement. The Consent Agenda was also approved unanimously, including the minutes of prior meetings.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with The James Vincent Group, LLC for financial services (12‑month term) – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda – unanimous
• Approved minutes of Town Council Special Meeting held May 28, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved minutes of Town Council Special Meeting held June 11, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved minutes of Town Council Budget Work Session held June 11, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved minutes of Town Council Regular Meeting held June 19, 2025 – unanimous

Town Council

The Town Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 25-1777, authorizing the mayor to enter an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Northeastern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy. The council also unanimously adopted a new street name, “E Gabe Lane,” and approved the consent agenda. A motion to enter executive session was also approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-1777 (intergovernmental agreement with NALETA) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1778 adopting new street name “E Gabe Lane” – unanimous
• Approved the consent agenda – unanimous
• Approved minutes of prior special and regular meetings – unanimous
• Moved to enter executive session – passed (AYES recorded)

Town Council

The council decided to hold a Special Meeting on July 10 at 4:00 p.m. to adopt the tentative FY2025‑2026 budget. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the work session.

• Special Meeting scheduled for July 10 at 4:00 p.m. to adopt tentative FY2025‑2026 budget

Town Council

The council entered an executive session, then reconvened to consider an interim town manager. Council members voted unanimously to appoint Richard “Rick” Miller as interim town manager effective immediately. The motion was declared passed by Mayor Irwin.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Miller as interim town manager (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council voted to appoint Kristi Salskov as the temporary interim town manager, effective June 6, 2025. The motion was moved by Council Member Heisler, seconded by Vice Mayor Beus, and passed unanimously by show of hands. The appointment will remain in effect until a new interim manager can be appointed at a special meeting on June 11, 2025. The action ensures continuity of town operations.

• Appointed Kristi Salskov as temporary interim town manager (5-0)

Town Council

The Council entered an executive session by unanimous vote. Afterwards, Council members voted unanimously to accept Town Manager Keith Johnson's resignation with two months severance, effective immediately. The Mayor announced a special meeting on June 6, 2025 at 4:45 p.m. to appoint a temporary interim Town Manager.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Accepted Town Manager Keith Johnson's resignation with two‑month severance (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for June 6, 2025 at 4:45 p.m. to appoint interim manager

Town Council

The council approved the FY2025‑2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule and adopted Ordinance No. 25‑484 amending fire‑restriction code sections. It also authorized the police department to submit a gaming grant proposal and approved a state parks grant for an off‑highway vehicle. The Town Check Register for March 2025 was approved with six ayes and one abstention, and the Consent Agenda (excluding item C.4) passed unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (item C.4 removed) – unanimous
• Approved Town Check Register for March 1‑31, 2025 – 6 ayes, 1 abstention
• Approved FY2025‑2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑484 amending fire‑restriction code – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑1775 authorizing police to submit gaming grant proposal – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑1776 authorizing grant for OHV purchase – unanimous

Town Council

The Town Council reviewed the FY2025‑2026 budget and examined the town’s financial shortfall. Members considered a 2% increase to the TPT tax, reductions to employee benefits, and possible staff salary cuts, but no vote or approval was recorded. The session ended without any formal budget decisions being adopted.

Town Council

The council moved, seconded, and unanimously approved a motion to enter an executive session at 3:03 p.m. The executive session was held to discuss personnel matters. The council reconvened at 4:29 p.m. and adjourned at 4:30 p.m. No other business or actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The council and staff presented the FY2025-2026 budget, revenue projections, and departmental program budgets. Community groups requested a total of $69,000 in funding. Staff reported a projected $1.7 million shortfall in the General Fund and a one‑time $500,000 payment due for the police station project. The council will meet with department directors to discuss budget reductions and will revisit the budgets at the next meeting on May 28.

Town Council

The Town Council approved the consent agenda, which bundled several routine items, by unanimous vote. It also approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. The council granted a Type 012 liquor license to El Charro Beer 2 at 749 E. White Mountain Blvd. Additionally, it adopted proclamations for Public Works Week, Professional Municipal Clerks Week, Arizona Travel and Tourism Week, and National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License Type 012 for El Charro Beer 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register for Feb 1‑28, 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Public Works Week May 18‑24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed 56th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week May 4‑10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Arizona Travel and Tourism Week May 4‑10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month May 2025 (unanimous)

Town Council

The council reviewed proposed updates to Town Code 17.96 Forest Health and Fire Protection, including adoption of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code and parts of the CPAW program. Officials discussed enforcement challenges for existing homes and the possibility of using non‑combustible materials. Mayor Irwin asked staff to meet with Timber Mesa Fire and Pinetop Fire for further discussion, and the item will be revisited at a later meeting. No formal action or vote was taken.

Town Council

The council approved the Consent Agenda and the minutes from the March 20 and April 3 meetings, all by unanimous vote. Proclamations designating May 2025 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month and Frontline Worker Appreciation Month, and April 25, 2025 as National Arbor Day, were adopted. The council also approved a right‑of‑way dedication to complete secondary access from State Route 260 to Springer Drive. All actions were recorded as passed unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for National Wildfire Preparedness Month, May 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for National Arbor Day, April 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Frontline Worker Appreciation Month, May 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved right‑of‑way dedication for secondary access from SR 260 to Springer Drive (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council approved the Consent Agenda, the March 20 meeting minutes, and the January check register, all by unanimous show of hands. It proclaimed Week of the Young Child (April 5‑11) and National Library Week (April 6‑12). The council adopted Ordinance 25‑482, prohibiting inflatable play structures in town parks, and Ordinance 25‑483, a zoning amendment (Z‑92) converting nine parcels from R‑Low to R1‑2.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Town Check Register Jan 1‑31 2025 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Week of the Young Child, April 5‑11 2025
• Proclaimed National Library Week, April 6‑12 2025
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑482 prohibiting inflatable play structures in town parks (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑483 zoning amendment (Z‑92) changing nine parcels (APNs 311‑50‑025B, 311‑50‑025C, 311‑50‑025D, 311‑050‑025E, 311‑50‑026A, 311‑50‑026B, 311‑50‑026C, 311‑50‑026D, 311‑50‑085, 311‑50‑086) from R‑Low to R1‑2 (unanimous)

Town Council

The council approved the consent agenda and meeting minutes, proclaimed March as Fair Housing Month, and accepted the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Expenditure & Limitation Report. It then unanimously adopted Ordinance 25‑481 to update the town’s building codes to the 2024 International standards, while tabling Ordinance 25‑482 on bounce houses and other inflatables for further revision.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 4, 2025 budget work session (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 6, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Proclaimed March 2025 as Fair Housing Month
• Accepted 2024 ACFR and AERL for FY ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑481 to adopt 2024 ICC and 2023 NEC codes (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 25‑482 on bounce houses and inflatables pending revision

Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting. Members discussed volunteer needs for the April 19 Easter Celebration and upcoming vacancies. They assigned specific presentation topics for the April 17 Town Council meeting and reviewed key dates for the remainder of the year. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 a.m.

• Approved minutes of Jan 9, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Assigned presentation topics for April 17 Town Council meeting