Prescott, Arizona
Upcoming
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
The Prescott Council Subcommittee on Water Issues will discuss several water management topics, including the amended 2022 Water Management Policy and current water budget data for 2026, updates on water meter replacement and the EyeOnWater program, Willow Lake management plan revisions, and a long-term communications strategy. No formal votes are expected on these discussion items; the only action item is approval of the prior meeting's minutes. Staff will also present on proposed state water legislation affecting Prescott.
- Amended 2022 Water Management Policy water budget overview for Jan 1–June 24, 2026
- Update on ongoing Water Meter Replacement Program and EyeOnWater Program for FY 2026
- Updates to the Willow Lake Management Plan
- Long-term Water Management Plan Communications Strategy
- Proposed water legislation impacting Prescott and surrounding areas
Council Subcommittee on General Plan Review
The Prescott Council Subcommittee on General Plan Review will vote on approving the draft Public Participation Plan, the Table of Contents, and the reorganized plan template and design. They will also discuss the first three reorganized chapters (Plan Overview, Community Profile, Land Use and Growth Areas) and the impact of House Bill 2447 on plan amendments. The minutes from May 27, 2026, are also up for approval.
- Approval of May 27, 2026 subcommittee minutes
- Approval of draft Public Participation Plan
- Approval of General Plan Table of Contents
- Discussion of reorganized Chapters 1–3 (Plan Overview, Community Profile, Land Use and Growth Areas)
- Discussion of plan administration and House Bill 2447 effects on major/minor amendments
Prescott Preservation Commission
The Prescott Preservation Commission will consider approving a sign face change at 110 E Gurley Street (HP26-005) and vote on minutes from the May 8, 2026 meeting. The commission will also receive a presentation from the State Historic Preservation Office on evaluating preservation projects, but no formal action will be taken on that item. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- HP26-005: Sign face change at 110 E Gurley Street, owner PF Investments LLC, applicant Morgan Sign Company
- Approval of May 8, 2026 commission meeting minutes
- Presentation from State Historic Preservation Office on evaluation of preservation projects using core principles and national/local guidelines (discussion only)
City Council
City Council
Board of Adjustment
Charter Review Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
City Council
City Council
Tourism Advisory Committee
Planning & Zoning Commission
Prescott Preservation Commission
Charter Review Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
City Council
City Council
Planning & Zoning Commission
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
City Council
City Council
Tourism Advisory Committee
Planning & Zoning Commission
Prescott Preservation Commission
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
Civic Enhancement Committee
Charter Review Committee
City Council
City Council
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
Planning & Zoning Commission
Prescott Preservation Commission
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
City Council
City Council
Tourism Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
Charter Review Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
City Council
City Council
City Council
City Council
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Tourism Advisory Committee
Planning & Zoning Commission
Prescott Preservation Commission
Charter Review Committee
City Council
Airport Advisory Committee
City Council
Board of Adjustment
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
City Council
City Council
Tourism Advisory Committee
Prescott Preservation Commission
Airport Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
Charter Review Committee
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
Prescott Preservation Commission
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Tourism Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Tourism Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Airport Advisory Committee
Board of Adjustment
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Tourism Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Charter Review Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
Recent meetings
Civic Enhancement Committee
The Civic Enhancement Committee will reconsider and vote on a recommendation to award Acker Trust Grant Program FY27 funds to Prescott Life School, following direction from the City Council. If approved, the recommendation will be forwarded to the full Council for final action.
- Reconsideration of award of Acker Trust Grant Program funds to Prescott Life School per City Council direction
Council Subcommittee on Appointments
The Prescott Council Subcommittee on Appointments will meet to discuss and consider recommending appointments to the Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Traffic Advisory Committee and the Tourism Advisory Committee. The discussion will occur in an executive session closed to the public, with a potential return to open session to take action.
- Discussion, consideration, and recommendation of appointments to the Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Traffic Advisory Committee
- Discussion, consideration, and recommendation of appointments to the Tourism Advisory Committee
- Meeting includes an executive session for legal advice and personnel matters under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(1) and (3)
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
The Mayor's Veterans Commission will consider approving the minutes from its June 3, 2026 meeting. The commission will also receive presentations and discuss updates regarding the Vet-Connect Town Hall, USVETS, and the VA. No formal action is expected on the presentation items.
- Approval of minutes from June 3, 2026 Mayor's Veterans Commission meeting
- Presentation and discussion on Vet-Connect Town Hall updates
- Presentation and discussion on USVETS updates
- Presentation and discussion on VA updates
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing and then adopt the final FY2027 budget, expenditure limitation, and property tax levy. They will also consider revised ballot language for three charter amendments and amend hillside development standards for multi-family and commercial projects.
- Adoption of FY2027 budget and property tax levy (Resolution No. 2026-1985)
- Revised ballot language for charter amendments: city judge, developer-paid infrastructure, appraisal requirement
- Amendment to Land Development Code Article 6.8 hillside development standards
- Public hearing for new Series 12 restaurant liquor license for Cowboy Kitchen at 106 W Gurley Street
- Approval of FY27 Acker Trust Grant Program funding
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation and discuss an update on the Rodeo/Fairgrounds Master Plan project. No votes or action items are scheduled.
- Presentation and discussion of Rodeo/Fairgrounds Master Plan project update
City Council
The Prescott City Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss legal advice on leasing Ken Lindley Field, ongoing litigation with Sherrie Hanna, and a performance review of the City Judge. The council may take action on these matters after reconvening in open session.
- Discuss and consult with attorneys regarding a lease of city-owned Ken Lindley Field
- Discuss and consult with attorneys regarding ongoing litigation with Sherrie Hanna and possible partial case resolution
- Discuss and consider a report to council by the City Judge and mid-term feedback and review
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items: a variance to allow a 7-foot fence at Trinity Christian School (1212 Warrior Way) and a conditional use permit for Exceptional Healthcare to operate an ambulance service with a helicopter landing pad at 4822 E State Route 69. The CUP includes conditions such as a 6-foot screening wall, additional landscaping, and building permit approval by July 31, 2026, with possible revocation if not met. The board will also approve minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting.
- Variance V26-007 to increase fence height from 6ft to 7ft at Trinity Christian School, 1212 Warrior Way
- Conditional Use Permit CUP26-002 for ambulance service and helicopter landing pad at Exceptional Healthcare, 4822 E State Route 69
- Conditions require 6-foot solid screening wall along north and west property lines
- Additional landscaping along State Route 69 frontage adjacent to helistop required
- All conditions must be completed by July 31, 2026, or CUP may be revoked in August
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the potential privatization of the Transportation Security Administration, though no formal action will be taken. Other discussion items include airport administration updates, construction projects, and operations. The only action item is approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Discussion-only presentation on potential privatization of Transportation Security Administration
- Presentation on airport construction projects and updates
- Presentation on airport operations
- Approval of minutes from May 19, 2026 meeting
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of approximately 4.12 acres from Crosswind Leasing, LLC near Prescott Regional Airport for Forest Service firefighting plane operations, including possible use of eminent domain. The council will also adopt a tentative FY2027 budget and set a public hearing for the final budget, expenditure limitation, and tax levy. Additional items include approving ballot language for charter amendments for the November 3, 2026 election and consent items such as internal loans, pension policy updates, and a $225,000 contract amendment for water/wastewater materials.
- Ordinance authorizing purchase of 4.12 acres from Crosswind Leasing near the airport with eminent domain authority for firefighting plane operations
- Resolution approving tentative FY2027 budget and setting a public hearing for final budget and tax levy
- Approval of ballot language for five charter amendments to be placed on the November 3, 2026 special election ballot
- Resolution authorizing internal loans from the General Fund to the Airport Fund for advanced land purchases
- Approval of a $225,000 contract amendment with Core and Main for water and wastewater materials
City Council
The Prescott City Council will meet in executive session, closed to the public, to discuss and consult with attorneys on a contract template for council-appointed positions and to conduct annual employment reviews of the City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Manager. The meeting may reconvene afterward for possible action on matters discussed in the closed session.
- Discussion of contract template for council-appointed positions with legal advice
- Annual employment review of the City Attorney
- Annual employment review of the City Clerk
- Annual employment review of the City Manager
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and hold discussions on its mission and community engagement opportunities, as well as basic traffic engineering principles. Staff will provide updates on grants and development projects, but no formal action is anticipated on those items.
- Approval of April 13, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion on committee mission and community engagement
- Presentation and discussion on basic traffic engineering principles
- Staff update on grant and project updates (discussion only)
- Staff update on development and traffic infrastructure (discussion only)
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
The Mayor's Veterans Commission will approve minutes from May and receive presentations on veteran service updates from Vet-Connect Town Hall, USVETS, and the VA. None of the presentations will be voted on; they are for discussion only.
- Approval of minutes from May 6, 2026 meeting
- Presentation and discussion on Vet-Connect Town Hall updates
- Presentation and discussion on USVETS update
- Presentation and discussion on VA update
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
The Prescott Council Subcommittee on Water Issues will consider forwarding the residential and non-residential water budgets for July through December 2026 to the full Council for approval. The subcommittee will also discuss the current water budget overview, a progress report on the Long-Term Water Management Plan, a proposed supermajority voting requirement for code and policy changes, the 2025 Annual Water Withdrawal & Use Report, and proposed state water legislation.
- Approval of April 7, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation on Amended 2022 Water Management Policy budget overview through May 15, 2026 (discussion only)
- Recommendation to forward July–December 2026 residential & non-residential water budgets to Council (action item)
- Discussion of a proposed supermajority voting requirement for changes to City Code 2-1-8 and Water Management Policy
- Presentation on the 2025 Annual Water Withdrawal & Use Report
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will vote on forwarding a proposed charter revision that restricts development agreements by the City Council. They will also discuss and potentially forward ballot language for updating Article VIII, Section 2 on appraisal and valuation requirements. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a schedule discussion.
- Continued discussion and vote on updating the Prescott City Charter to restrict development agreements by City Council
- Presentation and possible action on proposed ballot language for Charter Article VIII, Section 2 (appraisals and valuation)
- Approval of minutes from May 18, 2026 meeting
- Staff presentation on upcoming meeting schedule (discussion only)
Civic Enhancement Committee
The committee will receive a financial update on the Acker Trust Grant Program and hear presentations from nine grant applicants. They will then consider approving the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes and vote on recommendations for awarding FY27 Acker Trust Grant funds to the City Council.
- Presentation and discussion of Acker Trust Grant Program financial update
- Grant applicant presentations from 9 organizations including AZ Philharmonic, Prescott Alternative Transportation, and others
- Approval of March 19, 2026 Civic Enhancement Committee meeting minutes
- Vote on recommending FY27 Acker Trust Grant Program awards to City Council
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code's Hillside Development Standards (Section 6.8) to clarify applicability for multi-family and commercial projects on single sites. They are expected to vote on a recommendation to approve or deny the amendment. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and updates on several approved plats.
- LDC26-004: Amendment to Article 6, Section 6.8 Hillside Development Standards for multi-family and commercial applicability
- Approval of April 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation and update on approved Revision of Plat RVP26-002
- Presentation and update on approved Revision of Plat RVP26-001
- Presentation and update on approved Revision of Plat RPT26-004 and Final Plat FNP25-005
General
The Council Subcommittee on General Plan Review will hear a presentation from HR Green on the draft General Plan outline, then vote on whether to use strict statutory compliance or the Chino Valley structure, choose between naming it the '2027 General Plan' or '2040 General Plan', and set a review schedule targeting November 2027. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Presentation from HR Green on draft General Plan outline and design considerations
- Vote on General Plan structure: strict statutory compliance vs. Chino Valley structure
- Vote on naming: '2027 General Plan' or '2040 General Plan'
- Direction on subcommittee review cadence and revised schedule targeting November 2027
- Acknowledgment of statutory public hearing requirement under ARS 9-461.06(E)
City Council
The City Council will consider and vote on several items including a transportation service agreement with SkyWest Airlines, an intergovernmental agreement for repaving Overland Road, and a citywide fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2027. A public hearing will be held on the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. The council will also set a special events sponsorship policy.
- Approval of City Contract No. 2026-125 with SkyWest Airlines for new Prescott-Denver service
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-1990 for repaving Overland Road leading to Prescott National Cemetery
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-1986 setting citywide fees for FY2027 and amending City Code 4-7-5
- Public Hearing and approval of PY26 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
- Approval of night work on SR89 between Phippen Trail and Willow Lake Road roundabouts
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation on a facilities assessment and condition report from Terracon Consultants, and to discuss follow-up items from the FY2027 budget workshops. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and possible direction.
- Presentation and discussion of Facilities Assessment and Condition Report by Terracon Consultants
- Follow-up discussion on FY2027 Budget Workshops I, II, and III
City Council
The Prescott City Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss legal matters with attorneys. Items include a lease of city property to Friendly Pines, acquisition of land for Prescott Regional Airport operations, ongoing litigation related to Big Chino Road, and contract terms for council-appointed positions. No public votes are expected during the closed session, though the council may reconvene afterward for possible action.
- Discuss lease of city-owned real property to Friendly Pines
- Discuss possible acquisition of real property for Prescott Regional Airport operations
- Discuss ongoing litigation related to Big Chino Road
- Discuss contract terms for council-appointed positions
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider approving the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes and decide on a variance request (V26-006) to reduce the required 7-foot side setback to 3 feet for an existing deck at 238 Meany Street. The property is zoned MF-M and owned by Karen Dille. The board may vote to approve or deny based on the site plan.
- Approval of April 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- V26-006: Variance to reduce required 7' side setback to 3' for existing deck at 238 Meany Street
- Property owner: Karen Dille
- Applicant: Northland Exploration Surveys Inc.
- Zoning: MF-M (Multi-Family/Medium Density)
CDBG Advisory Committee
The CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee will vote on approving prior meeting minutes and receive presentations on the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan and updates on the Minor Home Repair and Prescott Cares programs. No formal action is planned on the presentations.
- Approval of minutes from April 15, 2026 meeting
- Presentation on Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan and CDBG award history
- Update on Minor Home Repair Program and Prescott Cares Program
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to continue discussions on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. This is the third budget workshop, and no votes or decisions are scheduled; it is solely a presentation and discussion item.
- Presentation & Discussion Regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshop III
Airport Advisory Committee
The Prescott Airport Advisory Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting with presentations on airport administration, construction projects, and operations. The only action item is approval of the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes. No formal votes are expected on substantive matters.
- Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2026 Airport Advisory Committee meeting
- Presentation and discussion on airport administration and activity updates
- Presentation and discussion on airport construction projects and updates
- Presentation and discussion on airport operations
- Staff announcements and future agenda topics
Charter Review Committee
The Prescott Charter Review Committee will consider several items, including approving minutes from its May 4 meeting. Members will discuss possible revisions to ballot language following the May 12 council study session. The committee will also debate a proposed charter amendment that would place new restrictions on development agreements and another amendment to update Article XI – City Court. One item is for discussion only, with no formal action planned.
- Approve minutes from the May 4, 2026 Charter Review Committee meeting
- Discuss possible action on revisions to proposed ballot language based on council feedback
- Consider charter amendment to establish restrictions on development agreements and recommend forwarding it to Council
- Consider charter amendment to update Article XI – City Court and possible forwarding to Council
- Staff presentation on future agenda items (discussion only, no formal action)
Tourism Advisory Committee
The Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss several items, including a downtown beautification contract and a state-of-the-departments update from the city manager. They will vote to approve the April 8 meeting minutes and forward tourism grant scoring and funding recommendations to the city council for final action.
- Approval of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation on Smith Travel Research updated report
- Discussion regarding Downtown Beautification Contract
- Update from City Manager Dallin Kimble on Tourism and Economic Development Departments
- Vote to forward tourism grant review and award recommendations to council
City Council
The Prescott City Council will consider adopting the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code, a building safety standard for wildfire-prone areas. The meeting also includes a $1.5 million contract amendment for the Willow Creek Gravity Sewer Project, a utility easement to Arizona Public Service Company, a liquor license transfer for Back Alley Wine Bar, and a discussion on sewer requirements for water service. Consent items cover meeting minutes and a court operations agreement extension.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2026-1943 and Resolution 2026-1983 for the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code
- Approval of City Contract 2025-156A2 for $1,513,457 in Phase II data recovery for the Willow Creek Gravity Sewer Project
- Authorization of a utility easement to Arizona Public Service Company via Ordinance 2026-1944
- Public hearing and consideration of an owner-transfer Series 7 liquor license for Back Alley Wine Bar at 156 S Montezuma Street, #E
- Discussion on revisions to City Code Section 2-1-8 regarding sewer requirements for water service
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations and discuss two items: an operational analysis of the Community Development Department, and proposed charter revisions from the Charter Review Committee for potential inclusion on the November 3, 2026 special election ballot. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation and discussion on an operational analysis of the Community Development Department.
- Presentation and discussion on proposed charter revisions for the November 2026 special election ballot.
City Council
This is an executive session meeting closed to the public. The Council will discuss and consult with attorneys regarding a possible extension of a June 19, 2024 tolling agreement with AED, and conduct the annual employment review of the City Manager. After the closed session, the Council may reconvene publicly to take action on these matters.
- Discussion and legal consultation on extending a tolling agreement with AED (date: June 19, 2024)
- Annual employment review of the City Manager
City Council
The Prescott City Council is holding a budget workshop meeting, with the sole agenda item being a presentation and discussion on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshop II. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Presentation & discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshop II.
Prescott Preservation Commission
The commission will consider approving signage for the new AC Prescott Hotel at 201 S. Cortez Street. They will also vote on appointing a Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term and discuss member orientation. Approval of April meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- HP26-004: signage request for AC Prescott Hotel at 201 S. Cortez Street, owned by Viel Gluck LLC and Ben Fatto LLC, applicant Territory Holdings, LLC
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term
- Discussion of Prescott Preservation Commission Member Orientation (no formal action)
- Approval of April 10, 2026 meeting minutes
Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs
The Mayor's Veterans Commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 1 meeting and receive presentations on Vet-Connect Town Hall updates, USVETS updates, and VA updates. These items are for discussion only, with no formal action scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from April 1, 2026 meeting
- Presentation and discussion on Vet-Connect Town Hall updates
- Presentation and discussion on USVETS updates
- Presentation and discussion on VA updates
Council Subcommittee on Water Issues
The Prescott Council Subcommittee on Water Issues will discuss several water management items, including a water budget overview for early 2026, the 2025 annual water withdrawal report, and a progress report on the Long-Term Water Management Plan. A proposed supermajority voting requirement for changes to City Code 2-1-8 and the Water Management Policy will also be discussed. No formal votes are scheduled on these items; all are for discussion only. The subcommittee will additionally hear about proposed water legislation affecting Prescott and surrounding areas.
- Approval of April 7, 2026 subcommittee meeting minutes
- Water budget overview for residential and non-residential users (Jan 1 – Apr 23, 2026)
- 2025 Annual Water Withdrawal & Use Report
- Progress report on the Long-Term Water Management Plan
- Proposed supermajority voting requirement for changes to City Code 2-1-8 and Water Management Policy
Charter Review Committee
The Prescott Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly recommend revisions to ballot language for Article II, Section 18 on petition consideration, aiming for the November 2026 election. They will also hear a presentation on proposed updates to Article VI, Section 17, requiring voter approval for capital projects over $15 million. Continued items include updates to Article XI on the City Court and a new section restricting development agreements.
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2026 meeting
- Presentation on proposed updates to Article VI, Section 17: approval of high-value capital projects exceeding $15 million
- Discussion and possible revisions to proposed ballot language for Article II, Section 18: consideration of petitions
- Continued discussion on updates to Article XI: City Court
- Continued discussion on a charter revision establishing restrictions on development agreements by City Council
City Council
The City Council will vote on a water service application (WSA26-007) for a property at 130 N Cortez Street. They also will consider consent items including a $601,301 amendment for Sundog Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements, a $87,382 portable X-ray scanner for explosive detection, a $467,585 striping machine, and dissolution of the Workforce Housing Committee.
- Water service application for 130 N Cortez Street (WSA26-007)
- Amendment to Sundog Wastewater Treatment Plant contract for $601,301
- Purchase of portable X-ray scanner for explosive detection for $87,382
- Purchase of truck-mounted striping machine for $467,585
- Dissolution of Workforce Housing Committee via Resolution 2026-1982
City Council
The Prescott City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation and discuss the results of a survey related to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda item.
- Presentation & Discussion Regarding the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey Results
City Council
The Prescott City Council will meet in a workshop session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. This is the first of multiple budget workshops; no final decisions or votes are scheduled at this meeting.
- Presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshop I
Council Subcommittee on General Plan Review
The subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote to forward a contract with HR Green for General Plan updates to the full City Council. They will also review Chapter 6 (Major Plan Amendments) and associated maps from the June 2025 draft General Plan, but no formal action will be taken on that review. Approval of the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- Discussion and potential motion to forward approval of contract with HR Green for General Plan updates to Council
- Review of Chapter 6 (Major Plan Amendments) from the June 24, 2025 Draft General Plan
- Review of the Future Land Use Map, Transportation Map, and Open Space/Recreation Map
- Approval of March 11, 2026 subcommittee minutes
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from February and receive presentations on airport administration, construction projects, and operations. All discussion items are for information only with no formal action expected. Staff will also announce updates and discuss future agenda topics.
- Approval of minutes from February 17, 2026 meeting
- Presentation and discussion on airport administration and area activity
- Presentation and discussion on airport construction projects and updates
- Presentation and discussion on airport operations
- Staff announcements and future agenda topic options
City Council
At this study session, the Prescott City Council will hear presentations and discuss two proposed code updates. The first concerns updates to the City's Hillside Development Standards and overall Land Development Code. The second involves proposed updates to the 2024 Wildland Urban Interface Code Amendments. No formal votes will be taken; the session is for discussion only.
- Presentation and discussion on Hillside Development Standards & Land Development Code updates.
- Presentation and discussion on proposed updates to the 2024 Wildland Urban Interface Code Amendments.
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will consider forwarding two proposed charter revisions to the City Council: an update to Article VI, Section 17 on high-value capital projects exceeding $15 million, and new restrictions on development agreements. The committee will also discuss potential additions including tenant safeguards for city-leased property, a section patterned after the Arizona State Constitution, and updates to Article XI on the City Court. Approval of minutes from the previous meeting is also on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from April 6, 2026 meeting
- Continued item: Update to Article VI, Section 17 – approval of capital projects over $15 million (vote to forward to Council for November 2026 election)
- Update to charter establishing restrictions on development agreements by City Council (vote to forward to Council)
- Discussion on potential addition: tenant safeguards for city-leased property (discussion only)
- Discussion on potential addition: section patterned after Article 2, Sections 13 and 36 of Arizona State Constitution (discussion only)
Board of Adjustment
The Prescott Board of Adjustment will consider two variance applications: one to increase the maximum height of a detached garage from 20 to 25 feet at 1118 Middlebrook Rd, and another to reduce front and side setbacks for a new garage at 811 Evergreen Rd. The board will also appoint a chair and vice-chair for a one-year term and discuss orientation for new members.
- V26-003: Variance to allow 25-ft height (instead of 20-ft max) for a detached garage at 1118 Middlebrook Rd (APN 108-09-007B).
- V26-004: Variance to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 20 ft and side setback from 7 ft to 5 ft for a new garage at 811 Evergreen Rd (APN 108-10-032).
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term.
- Introduction and orientation for newly appointed Board of Adjustment members.
- Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes.
CDBG Advisory Committee
The Prescott CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee will vote to approve the March 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It will also appoint a Chair and a Vice Chair, each serving a one‑year term. An orientation presentation will be discussed, but no formal action is planned.
- Approve minutes from the March 18, 2026 CDBG Advisory Committee meeting
- Move to appoint a Chair for a one‑year term
- Move to appoint a Vice Chair for a one‑year term
- Orientation presentation and discussion (no formal action)
City Council
The Prescott City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including major purchase orders and grant approvals. It will also adopt ordinances updating commission bylaws and a resolution designating airport‑adjacent property as airport lands. Additionally, the council will vote on three water service applications for new development projects.
- Approve City Purchase Order No. 2260597 for $192,000 to replace lights at Pioneer Park Hockey Rink
- Approve City Purchase Order No. 2260583 for $83,190.23 for emergency repairs at Chino Well #5
- Approve five Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety grants totaling $146,493 for impaired driving, police traffic services, occupant protection, pedestrian/bicycle safety, and accident investigation
- Adopt Resolution No. 2026-1980 declaring city‑owned property adjacent to Prescott Regional Airport as airport lands
- Consider Water Service Application WSA25-060 from Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University for a 16‑unit campus housing project
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to receive a departmental overview of the Prescott Police and Fire Departments, including their goals, accomplishments, and updates on Public Safety Infrastructure Tax Projects. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Presentation and discussion on annual overview of Prescott Police & Fire Departments, including goals, objectives, accomplishments, and Public Safety Infrastructure Tax Projects
City Council
The City Council will hold an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss negotiations for purchasing property for open space, receive an annual litigation update, and consider legal consequences of a proposed water-policy amendment. After the closed session, the Council may reconvene publicly for possible action on those items.
- Discuss negotiation for potential purchase of property for open space (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(7))
- Annual litigation update and legal advice (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3 and 4))
- Consider legal consequences of proposed amendment to City’s water policy (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3 and 4))
- Possible public reconvening for discussion and action on matters from executive session
Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly recommend actions on 2025 collision data and parking/traffic control in the Leroux/Granite Street area. They will also hear an update from Yavapai Plan (YPlan) and receive staff reports on grants, projects, Earth Day, and National Bike Month. Approval of February 2026 meeting minutes is on the agenda.
- Approval of February 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion of an update from Yavapai Plan (YPlan)
- Discussion and possible action on Leroux/Granite Street area parking and traffic control
- Discussion and possible recommendations from 2025 collision data review
- Staff updates on grants, projects, Earth Day, and National Bike Month
Prescott Preservation Commission
The commission will consider a request (HP26-003) to approve revisions to a wall, fencing, and patio cover previously approved for Doc's BBQ & Whiskey at 202 S Montezuma St. The applicant is DOGE Construction, and the owner is Montezuma Goodwin LLC. The commission may approve or deny the revised plans.
- HP26-003: Revised wall, fencing, and patio cover for Doc's BBQ & Whiskey at 202 S Montezuma St.
- Owner: Montezuma Goodwin LLC; Applicant: DOGE Construction
- Commission to vote on approval or denial of the revised design
- Approval of March 13, 2026 meeting minutes (procedural)
City Council
The Prescott City Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive a presentation from the City Attorney, City Clerk, and Human Resources offices. The discussion will cover Open Meeting Law, Conflict of Interest rules, Council Rules of Procedure, the BCC Code of Conduct, harassment policies, and Public Records Request Law. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Open Meeting Law
- Discussion of Conflict of Interest requirements
- Review of Council Rules of Procedure
- Overview of BCC Code of Conduct
- Talk on Harassment and Public Records Request Law
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote to appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for the coming year. Commissioners will also receive an update on the approved revision of plat in Forbing Park Subdivision. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and welcoming new commissioners.
- Approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair to serve through March 2027
- Introduction of new and returning commissioners
- Discussion and update on approved revision of plat in Forbing Park Subdivision