Quartzsite public meetings in 2025

12/16/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve Resolution No. 25-05, authorizing the mayor to sign and submit a Community Development Block Grant application to fund a water line connection from Rogers Place to the town's water system.

• Discussion and possible approval of Resolution No. 25-05 for CDBG funding to install a water line from Rogers Place to the town's water system

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The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve Resolution No. 25-05, which would authorize Mayor Simpson to sign and submit an application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Arizona Department of Housing. The grant would fund installation of a water line connection from Rogers Place to the town's water system.

• Discussion and possible approval of Resolution No. 25-05 authorizing a CDBG application to fund the Rogers Place water line installation project

12/09/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a liquor license application for Quartzsite Yacht Club at 1090 W. Main Street. The council will also vote on accounts payable totaling $656,320.85, approve meeting minutes, and discuss updates on the La-Z-Daze septic issue, splash pad usage, police department operations, and Dome Rock Road East. Additionally, the council may decide to reinstate the Adopt-A-Street program, create a Volunteer Day for park projects, and approve events for the America 250 Celebration 2026.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation for liquor license for Quartzsite Yacht Club (agent Marguerite Elaine Olesen) at 1090 W. Main Street
• Approval of accounts payable check series totaling $656,320.85
• Discussion and possible approval to reinstate the Adopt-A-Street Program
• Discussion and possible approval of a Volunteer Day for town park projects
• Discussion and possible approval of events for the America 250 Celebration 2026

120925

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a liquor license application for the Quartzsite Yacht Club. The meeting also includes updates on local infrastructure and police department reviews.

• Liquor license application for Quartzsite Yacht Club at 1090 W. Main Street
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $656,320.85
• Update on La-Z-Daze septic issue
• Proposal to reinstate the Adopt-A-Street Program
• Discussion on creating a Volunteer Day for Town Park projects

12/09/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda covering $656,320.85 in accounts payable and payroll checks, with all seven members voting aye. It also recommended approval of a Series 6 bar liquor license for the Quartzsite Yacht Club, again with a unanimous aye vote. A motion to establish a volunteer day for park projects was carried by the same seven‑member vote.

• Approved accounts payable checks series #54017-54053 and #54066-54083 totaling $546,112.82 (7 ayes)
• Approved payroll check series #54054-54065 totaling $110,208.03 (7 ayes)
• Approved consent agenda for total $656,320.85 (7 ayes)
• Recommended approval of Series 6 bar liquor license for Quartzsite Yacht Club (7 ayes)
• Approved volunteer day initiative for park projects (7 ayes)

11/25/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve a Town Manager Employment Agreement. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $193,451.49 and minutes from prior meetings. An update on the CDBG grant will also be provided.

• Town Manager Employment Agreement – discussion and possible approval
• Accounts Payable Check Series #53973–54005 ($85,602.65) and Payroll Checks #54006–54016 ($107,345.14), grand total $193,451.49
• Approval of minutes from November 12 regular meeting and November 18 work session
• CDBG Grant update and discussion

112525

The Quartzsite Town Council meeting will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of accounts payable checks totaling $85,602.65 and payroll checks totaling $107,848.84, for a combined $193,451.49. The council will also discuss a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) update and the Town Manager employment agreement. Additional reports from the mayor, council, and town manager will be presented.

• Approve accounts payable check series #53973‑54005 totaling $85,602.65
• Approve payroll check series #54006‑54016 (voiding #54008) totaling $107,848.84
• CDBG grant status update and public comment
• Town Manager employment agreement discussion and possible approval
• Reports from mayor, council members, and town manager

11/25/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, which included payment of $193,451.49 in accounts payable, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The council also approved the Town Manager Employment Agreement, again by a 7-0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda, including $193,451.49 in accounts payable (7-0)
• Approved Town Manager Employment Agreement (7-0)

11/18/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a work session to discuss two items: Ordinance 25-01, a text amendment to the town code, and a proposal for a temporary dry camping permit for special events. No final votes are expected; the session is for discussion and direction.

• Ordinance 25-01 Text Amendment (TA 25-01) — discussion on proposed code change
• Temporary Dry Camping Permit for Special Events — discussion on permit process

111825

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a work session to discuss two items: a review of already-adopted Ordinance 25-01, which allows recreational vehicles as temporary dwellings for business operators/caretakers in commercial and industrial zones (with a $250 fee and 8-month limit), and a proposed temporary dry camping permit for special events. No votes are expected; the council will give direction to staff.

• Review and direction on Ordinance 25-01 allowing RVs as temporary dwellings for operators/caretakers in C1, C2, C3, PAD, LI, HI zones
• Discussion of a temporary dry camping permit for special events
• Ordinance 25-01 includes a $250 application fee, 8-month max, and setback/screening requirements
• The ordinance corrected a scrivener's error in the zoning text and removed 'mobile' from dwelling unit types

11/18/25 Work Session

The council discussed a temporary dry‑camping permit for special events and agreed to use the existing Special Event Permit with added dry‑camping conditions. Staff will draft the permit language, align definitions, and route it through Planning & Zoning for hearings and recommendations. The council also sent Ordinance 25‑01 back to the Planning & Zoning Commission for significant revision. No votes were recorded for either item.

• Staff to draft temporary dry‑camping permit language and route through Planning & Zoning (no vote)
• Ordinance 25‑01 returned to Planning & Zoning Commission for revision (no vote)

11/12/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve a $674,364.20 contract with Cactus Asphalt to resurface 8.5 miles of Plomosa Road. The agenda also includes a Small Business Season proclamation, approval of accounts payable totaling $242,641.67, and minutes from the October 28 meeting. Reports from the mayor, council, and town manager are scheduled.

• Consider contract with Cactus Asphalt for Plomosa Road microseal ($674,364.20)
• Small Business Season Proclamation
• Approve accounts payable of $242,641.67 (checks #53906–53940, #53951–53972 and payroll #53941–53950)
• Approve minutes of October 28, 2025 regular meeting
• Reports from Mayor, Council, and Town Manager on current events

111225

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will discuss a cooperative contract with Cactus Asphalt to resurface 8.5 miles of Plomosa Road. The meeting also includes a review of town accounts and a proclamation for Small Business Season.

• Proposed cooperative contract with Cactus Asphalt for Plomosa Road resurfacing: $674,364.20
• Approval of accounts payable (Check Series #53906-53940, #53951-53972): $132,781.68
• Approval of payroll check series (#53941-53950): $109,859.99
• Small Business Season Proclamation
• Approval of October 28, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes

111225

The Quartzsite Town Council will discuss and possibly approve a $674,364.20 contract with Cactus Asphalt to microseal 8.5 miles of Plomosa Road. The council also will consider canceling the November 25 meeting due to Thanksgiving. A proclamation for Small Business Season and approval of accounts payable totaling $242,641.67 are on the consent agenda.

• Discussion and possible approval of cooperative contract with Cactus Asphalt for Plomosa Road microseal, $674,364.20
• Accounts payable check series totaling $132,781.68 and payroll checks totaling $109,859.99, grand total $242,641.67
• Proclamation declaring Small Business Season
• Possible cancellation of the November 25 Town Council meeting due to Thanksgiving holiday

11/12/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, authorizing payment of $242,641.67 for accounts payable. It also approved a $675,364.20 contract with Cactus Asphalt to micro‑seal 8.5 miles of Plomosa Road. Both motions passed unanimously with 7 votes in favor.

• Approved consent agenda accounts payable totaling $242,641.67 (7-0)
• Approved $675,364.20 micro‑seal contract with Cactus Asphalt for Plomosa Road (7-0)

10/28/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council approved the payment of $135,951.37 in town accounts and payroll, along with a lease agreement for Eve's Place. The council also approved a liquor license application for Q Check Market and the route for the Hi Jolly Parade.

• Accounts Payable totaling $135,951.37
• Eve's Place Lease Agreement approved
• Q Check Market liquor license application approved
• Hi Jolly Parade route approved for January 10, 2026
• Work Session scheduled for November 18, 2025

10/28/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda for $135,951.37 in payments. It approved an extension of the Eve’s Place lease through Oct. 31 2026. It recommended approval of a liquor‑license agent change for Q Check Market. It approved the Hi Jolly Parade route despite one dissenting vote. It appointed Council Member Ensunsa to represent Quartzsite on the Regional Council of Aging committee.

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $135,951.37 (7 ayes)
• Approved Eve’s Place lease extension through Oct. 31 2026 (7 ayes)
• Recommended approval of Q Check Market liquor‑license agent change (7 ayes)
• Approved Hi Jolly Parade route with notification to Moon Mountain Ave (6 ayes, 1 nay)
• Appointed Council Member Ensunsa to RCOA committee for WACOG (7 ayes)

102825

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the Ledger of Accounts Paid, totaling $135,951.37 for check series #53888‑#53905 and payroll checks #53890‑#53897. The meeting also includes discussion of the Eve’s Place lease agreement, a liquor license application for Q Check Market, and the Hi Jolly Parade route scheduled for January 10, 2026.

• Approve Ledger of Accounts Paid: checks #53888‑#53905 totaling $28,606.23
• Approve payroll checks #53890‑#53897 totaling $107,345.14
• Discuss and possibly approve Eve’s Place lease agreement
• Consider liquor license application (Application No. 357720) for Q Check Market at 26 W. Main Street
• Discuss Hi Jolly Parade route for Jan. 10, 2026

10/14/25 Action

The council approved special event liquor licenses for the Quartzsite Improvement Association's five upcoming events, including Fall Festival and New Year's Dance. They also approved a special event park use permit for the Homes On Wheels Alliance for the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous in January 2026. Discussion on the Hi Jolly Parade route and financial support was tabled. The council also approved the magistrate contract and accounts payable totaling $442,347.

• Approved special event liquor licenses for QIA (Fall Festival, Christmas Dinner, New Year's Dance, 60th Anniversary, Brauts & Brew)
• Approved park use permit for HOWA Rubber Tramp Rendezvous (Jan 5-17, 2026)
• Tabled Hi Jolly Parade route and financial support
• Approved magistrate contract for Judge Lori Brinkerhoff
• Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $442,347.28

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This meeting includes a public hearing for a liquor license application for Q Check Market at 26 W. Main Street, followed by final council action. The consent agenda covers approval of $442,347.28 in accounts payable and September minutes. Other items include approval of a magistrate contract, special event liquor licenses for several events, and discussion of the Hi Jolly Parade route and funding. The council will also hold an executive session for the town manager annual review.

• Public hearing for Q Check Market liquor license at 26 W. Main Street
• Consent agenda: accounts payable $442,347.28 and minutes
• Final council action on Q Check Market liquor license
• Discussion and possible approval of magistrate contract for Lori Brinkerhoff
• Special event liquor licenses for Quartzsite Improvement Association (Fall Festival, Christmas Dinner, New Year's Dance, etc.)

10/14/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the town's accounts payable ledger and corrected the September 23 minutes. It approved a magistrate contract through October 31, 2027 and authorized several special event liquor licenses. Two items—the Q Check Market liquor license and the Hi Jolly Parade funding request—were tabled.

• Approved consent agenda for accounts payable checks totaling $442,347.28 (7-0)
• Approved correction to September 23 minutes (7-0)
• Tabled Q Check Market liquor license application (7-0)
• Approved magistrate contract with Lori Brinkerhoff through Oct 31, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved special event liquor licenses for Fall Festival, Christmas Dinner, New Year’s Dance, 60th Anniversary, and GFWC Women’s Club (7-0)
• Tabled Hi Jolly Parade funding clarification (6-1)
• Approved special event park use permit for Homes On Wheels Alliance (Rubber Tramp Rendezvous) (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session (7-0)

10/07/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council holds a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on reallocating Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice regarding the CDBG update and potential litigation. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Discussion and direction on reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
• Executive session for legal advice under A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) on CDBG update and potential litigation

10/07/25 Special Meeting

The council voted 7-0 to adjourn to an executive session at 4:32 p.m. and later voted 7-0 to return to an open session at 5:21 p.m. Council Member Warner directed staff to proceed with reallocation of the Community Development Block Grant, with Council Member Nichols concurring.

• Adjourn to executive session at 4:32 p.m. – motion carried (7 ayes)
• Return to open session at 5:21 p.m. – motion carried (7 ayes)
• Proceed with reallocation of Community Development Block Grant – authorized

100725

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and provide direction to staff regarding the reallocation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice concerning the grant and potential litigation.

• Discussion and direction on reallocation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• Executive session for legal advice regarding CDBG and potential litigation

10/01/25

The town posted a notice that a possible quorum may attend the Quartzsite Fire District work session/joint meeting on Oct. 1, 2025 at Desert Gold RV Resort. The notice states that no official business will be conducted by the Town Council, Planning & Zoning Commission, PCB Advisory Board, Municipal Property Corporation, or Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc.

09/29/25

The Quartzsite Town Council and related bodies were notified they could attend the Quartzsite Fire District public hearing on September 29, 2025. The notice states that a quorum may be present, but no official business will be conducted by the council, planning & zoning commission, advisory board, municipal property corporation, or Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Consequently, no decisions were made at this meeting.

092325

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider approval of the Ledger of Accounts Paid, which includes payable checks totaling $64,594.56 and payroll checks totaling $98,116.32 (grand total $162,710.88). The council will also review minutes from the September 9 work session, discuss a vacant seat appointment for Louise Rhinevault, and address the term of the elected check signer. Additional items include reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager, and setting future agenda items.

• Approve Ledger of Accounts Paid: Payable checks #53783‑53805 ($64,594.56) and payroll checks #53774‑53782 ($98,116.32)
• Approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 work session
• Consider appointment of Louise Rhinevault to vacant Municipal Property Corporation board seat (3‑year term ending Sep 30, 2028)
• Discuss expiration of elected check signer term (Oct 31, 2025) and possible election for a new two‑year term ending Oct 31, 2027
• Receive reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager

09/23/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, authorizing payment of $162,710.88 for accounts payable and payroll. It appointed Louise Rhinevault to the Municipal Property Corporation board for a three‑year term ending September 30, 2028. The council also reappointed Council Member Warner as the elected check signer with a term ending October 31, 2027.

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $162,710.88 (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2025 work session and regular meeting (7‑0)
• Appointed Louise Rhinevault to Municipal Property Corporation board, 3‑year term (7‑0)
• Reappointed Council Member Warner as elected check signer, term to Oct 31, 2027 (6‑0, 1 abstain)

09/23/25 Action

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will meet to review a recommendation for a board vacancy and elect a check signer. The body will also consider approving a ledger of accounts and payroll totaling $162,710.88.

• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $162,710.88
• Possible appointment of Louise Rhinevault to the Municipal Property Corporation Board of Directors
• Election of an Elected Check Signer for a two-year term
• Report on the New Magistrate Court Building by Judge Lori Brinkerhoff

09/16/25 Work Session CANCELED

The Town Council work session scheduled for September 16, 2025 was canceled. The notice states the session will be rescheduled for a later date. No decisions were made at this meeting.

090925

The council met on September 9, 2025 and considered a consent agenda that included payment approvals totaling $154,960.49. Discussions were held on the vacant Town Hall Court Office, creation of a town housing authority, participation in national opioid litigation, and the appointment of a magistrate court judge. No motions, votes, or formal approvals were documented in the minutes.

090925

The Quartzsite Town Council work session reviewed options for business and vendor licenses, fee structures, and Transaction Privilege Tax enforcement. Several fee models and enforcement ideas were presented, but the council did not adopt any measure or record a vote.

09/09/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, authorizing payment of $154,960.49 in accounts payable and payroll checks. It voted to repurpose the vacant Magistrate Court office for transit use and to create a Housing Authority with the council serving as its board. The council also approved participation in two opioid litigation settlements and appointed Lori Brinkerhoff as Magistrate Court Judge.

• Approved consent agenda ledger of accounts payable and payroll checks totaling $154,960.49 (7 Ayes)
• Approved minutes of the August 26, 2025 council meeting (7 Ayes)
• Approved repurposing of the vacant Court Office for Transit Department use (7 Ayes)
• Created a Housing Authority with the Town Council as the board (7 Ayes)
• Approved participation in Purdue and secondary manufacturers opioid settlements (7 Ayes)
• Approved appointment of Lori Brinkerhoff as Magistrate Court Judge (7 Ayes)
• Approved adjournment to executive session at 8:50 pm (7 Ayes)
• Approved return to open session at 9:39 pm (7 Ayes)

09/09/25 Work Session

The council discussed business and vendor licensing, including enforcement challenges, fee structures, and the possibility of requiring proof of Transaction Privilege Tax before issuing vendor licenses. The group recommended keeping the code largely unchanged while adjusting some fees and strengthening enforcement, and said the proposed changes will be posted on the town website for 60 days before returning for council consideration. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

09/09/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council will approve routine financial items, discuss uses for the vacant Town Hall Court Office, and consider creating a Housing Authority. Council members will also debate joining the national opioid litigation settlements and appoint a Magistrate Court Judge. The meeting includes reports and public comments.

• Approve Ledger of Accounts paid, total $154,960.49
• Discuss recommended uses for the recently vacated Town Hall Court Office
• Consider creation of a Housing Authority with the Council as the Board
• Debate participation in the National Opiate Litigation (Purdue and secondary settlements)
• Appointment of Magistrate Court Judge (Lori Brinkerhoff or Cameron Gates)

09/09/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council will hold a work session on September 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting will include standard procedural items such as call to order, invocation, roll call, and an executive session for legal advice. Council members will consider a motion regarding business/vendor licenses, noted as “direction provided,” though the motion’s details will appear in the minutes. No other specific actions are listed on the agenda.

• Business/Vendor License motion – direction provided (details to be recorded in minutes)
• Executive session – may be called for legal advice

082625

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of accounts payable checks totaling $76,728.75, payroll checks totaling $96,768.43 (grand total $173,497.18), and minutes from the August 13 meeting. The council will also discuss a text amendment to Ordinance No. 25-01 and set a date for a work session on business/vendor licenses.

• Approve Ledger of Accounts Paid: Check series #53677‑#53719 ($76,728.75) and payroll checks #53671‑#53676 ($96,768.43)
• Approve minutes from the regular meeting of August 13, 2025
• Discuss text amendment (TA 25-01) to Ordinance No. 25-01
• Council member reports on the League of Arizona Cities & Town conference
• Decide date and time for a work session on business/vendor licenses

08/26/25 Regular Meeting

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the consent agenda, which included the ledger of accounts payable totaling $173,497.18 and the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. Council members also directed that a work session on Ordinance 25‑01 be scheduled one hour before the next regular council meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (including ledger of accounts paid) – vote 7 ayes
• Approved minutes of the August 12, 2025 regular meeting – vote 7 ayes
• Directed work session on Ordinance 25‑01 to be held one hour before the regular council meeting

08/26/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council will vote to approve ledger payments totaling $173,497.18, adopt the minutes from the August 12 meeting, and discuss a text amendment to Ordinance No. 25‑01. The council will also set a date for a work session on business and vendor licenses and receive reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager.

• Approve Ledger of Accounts Paid: Check Series #53677‑53719 ($76,728.75) and Payroll Checks #53671‑53676 ($96,768.43) – total $173,497.18
• Approve minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 12, 2025
• Discuss Ordinance No. 25‑01 Text Amendment (TA 25‑01) for clarification
• Set date and time for a work session on Business/Vendor Licenses
• Council member reports from the League of Arizona Cities & Town annual conference

081225

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing and then select a project to receive CDBG funds: Desert Senita Community Health Center or Rodgers Place Water Line Replacement. The council will also discuss an interim contract for Town Magistrate Lori Brinkerhoff and a Home Delivered Meals Program Agreement with the Town of Parker.

• Public hearing on use of CDBG funds for FY2025: Desert Senita Community Health Center vs. Rodgers Place Water Line Replacement
• Discussion and approval of interim contract for Town Magistrate Lori Brinkerhoff
• Home Delivered Meals Program Service Agreement between Town of Parker and Quartzsite
• Vacancy announcement and discussion for Municipal Property Corporation Board seat
• Consent agenda: approval of accounts payable totaling $474,146.96

08/12/25 Regular Meeting

The council voted unanimously to award Community Development Block Grant funds to the Desert Senita Community Health Center. It also approved the interim magistrate contract for Lori Brinkerhoff and a service agreement with the Town of Parker for home‑delivered meals. The consent agenda items—including payment ledger, July meeting minutes, and a consulting services engagement letter—were approved, and the council agreed to interview candidates for a vacant Municipal Property Corporation seat.

• Approved CDBG funds award to Desert Senita Community Health Center (6-0)
• Approved Town Magistrate Interim Contract for Lori Brinkerhoff (6-0)
• Approved Home Delivered Meals Program Service Agreement with Town of Parker (6-0)
• Approved ledger of accounts payable totaling $474,146.96 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 16, July 22, and special July 22 meetings (6-0)
• Approved FY2026 engagement letter with Heinfeld, Meech & Co. (6-0)
• Agreed to interview candidates for vacant Municipal Property Corporation seat (no vote recorded)
• Provided direction to Council Member Goldberg on League of Arizona Cities & Towns resolutions (no vote recorded)

08/12/25 Action

The council held a public hearing to choose the FY2025 Community Development Block Grant project and approved the Desert Senita Community Health Center. It also approved routine financial items totaling $474,146.96, a FY2026 consulting engagement letter with Heinfeld, Meech & Co., P.C., an interim magistrate contract, and a Home Delivered Meals Program agreement. Additional discussions covered a vacant seat on the Municipal Property Corporation board and resolutions for the League of Arizona Cities & Towns.

• Selection of Desert Senita Community Health Center for FY2025 CDBG funds
• Approval of Ledger of Accounts Paid totaling $474,146.96
• Approval of FY2026 engagement letter with Heinfeld, Meech & Co., P.C.
• Approval of Town Magistrate Interim Contract for Lori Brinkerhoff
• Approval of Home Delivered Meals Program Service Agreement with Town of Parker

072225

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing on the final budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, with no changes from the tentative budget adopted June 24. The Council will also discuss and possibly act on a zoning text amendment (Ordinance 25-01), accept a donated 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department, and consider a police vehicle assignment and use policy. Consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $181,488.91 and minutes from July 8.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2025-2026 final budget (no changes from tentative budget)
• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 25-01, a text amendment to zoning articles
• Discussion and possible approval to accept a fully uplifted 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe donated via Operation Stone Garden for the Quartzsite Police Department
• Discussion and possible approval of a Police Department Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy
• Consent agenda: approval of accounts payable $181,488.91 and July 8 meeting minutes

07/22/25 Special Meeting

Council Member Warner moved to adopt Resolution No. 25-03 for the FY 2025‑2026 budget. Council Member Ensunsa seconded the motion. All seven council members voted aye, and the motion carried.

• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 budget (7 ayes)

07/22/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, including $181,488.91 in payments. It adopted recommended changes to the Emergency Operations Plan. It passed Ordinance No. 25-01 with a removal of paragraph B7 and delayed enforcement until September 1, 2026. It also approved a fully uplifted 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department and the Police Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy.

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $181,488.91 (7 Ayes)
• Adopted Emergency Plan recommendations and modifications (7 Ayes)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-01 amendment, removing paragraph B7 and delaying enforcement to Sep 1, 2026 (7 Ayes)
• Approved purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV for the Police Department (7 Ayes)
• Approved Police Department Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy (7 Ayes)

07/22/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve Resolution No. 25-03, which adopts the Final Budget and Expenditure Limitation for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. An executive session may be held for legal advice on agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 25-03 to adopt the Final Budget and Expenditure Limitation for FY 2025-2026

07/22/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on the final budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Other business includes a zoning text amendment, acceptance of a police vehicle donated via Operation Stone Garden funds, and adoption of a police vehicle assignment policy. The council will also review the town's Emergency Operation Plan.

• Public hearing and adoption of final budget FY 2025-2026
• Ordinance No. 25-01: text amendment to Zoning Articles Article V, Section 2, Paragraph 1
• Acceptance of a fully uplifted 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for Quartzsite Police Department from Santa Cruz County using Operation Stone Garden funds
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $181,488.91
• Annual review and possible modifications to the Emergency Operation Plan

07/16/25 Work Session

The council reviewed concerns about business license fees, application procedures, and transaction privilege tax verification, and the town manager will compile suggestions for future review. The 2009 weapons-on-town‑property policy was noted as unenforced and will be revisited at a later meeting. No formal actions or votes were taken.

070825

The Town Council will discuss the potential purchase of 80 acres of BLM land in the Town Park area. The body is also reviewing the Business License Town Code and the Weapons on Town Property Policy.

• Proposed purchase of 80 acres of BLM land (Town Park area)
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $323,276.09
• Proposed promotion of Kiki Tunnell to Assistant Town Manager
• Review of Business License Town Code
• Review of Weapons on Town Property Policy

07/08/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including payment approvals totaling $323,276.09 and the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. Council members will discuss and provide direction on a proposed purchase of an 80‑acre BLM parcel for a town park, review the business‑license code, the weapons‑on‑town‑property policy, and pricing for effluent sales. Additional actions include appointing the deputy town manager as assistant manager and hearing reports from the mayor, council and town manager.

• Approve ledger of accounts paid totaling $323,276.09
• Appoint Deputy Town Manager Kiki Tunnell as Assistant Town Manager
• Review and discuss the Business License Town Code
• Discuss and approve the Weapons on Town Property Policy
• Provide direction on purchasing 80 acres of BLM land for a town park

07/08/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, authorizing payment of $323,276.09 in accounts payable and payroll checks. It also approved the minutes from the June 24 meeting. Council members voted to eliminate the Weapons on Town Property Policy and to authorize the Town Manager to sell effluent water to Q Cell Solar at $1.75 per thousand gallons.

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $323,276.09 (7 ayes)
• Approved June 24, 2025 council minutes (7 ayes)
• Eliminated Weapons on Town Property Policy (7 ayes)
• Authorized sale of effluent water at $1.75 per thousand gallons to Q Cell Solar (7 ayes)

06/24/25 Regular Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda covering $167,783.87 in accounts payable. It adopted the tentative annual budget and expenditure limitation for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The council designated Town Manager James E. Ferguson as Chief Fiscal Officer for the FY 2026 report and approved several QSP, Inc. board appointments, a conflict waiver, a ground‑lease extension with Ed Options, and authority to contract water sales.

• Approved consent agenda for ledger of accounts ($167,783.87) (7‑0)
• Adopted tentative annual budget and expenditure limitation for FY 2025‑2026 (7‑0)
• Designated Town Manager James E. Ferguson as Chief Fiscal Officer for FY 2026 AELR (7‑0)
• Reappointed Pamela Tague as QSP, Inc. director (2‑year term) (7‑0)
• Appointed Louise Rhinevault to fill vacant QSP, Inc. director seat (2‑year term) (7‑0)
• Approved Conflict Waiver for representation of Quartzsite and Parker (7‑0)
• Approved Ed Options ground‑lease extension (12‑year term with specified rent increases) (7‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to contract water sale at commercial rate and consider effluent use (6‑1)

06/24/25 Action

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and potentially approve the tentative budget and expenditure limitation for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also consider board appointments, lease renewals, and water rate applications.

• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $167,783.87
• Adoption of the Tentative Budget and Expenditure Limitation for FY 2025-2026
• Appointment of Jim Ferguson as CFO for submitting the AELR to the Arizona Auditor General
• Reappointment of Pamela Tague and appointment of Louise Rhinevault to the QSP, Inc Board of Directors
• Discussion of commercial water rate applications for a large project and alternative water sources

061225 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council holds a budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget, including potential one-time purchases and the schedule of fees. The meeting includes council discussion and an opportunity for public comment. No final decisions are expected; the workshop is for review and discussion only.

• Review and discussion of the proposed budget
• Discussion of one-time purchases
• Review and discussion of the schedule of fees
• Invitation for public comment on budget items

06/12/25 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Town Council held a budget workshop on June 12, 2025 to review the draft FY 2026 budget and schedule of fees. Council members asked questions and discussed revenue, expenditures, and department requests. Both the tentative budget and the schedule of fees will be presented to the council later for final approval. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

061025

The Quartzsite Town Council will review and discuss the appointment of Lori Brinkerhoff as Interim Town Magistrate, including legal advice in an executive session. The council will also approve the ledger of accounts paid, totaling $577,606.52, and consider several consent agenda items such as the IGA with La Paz County for yard‑waste burning and letters of support for community projects. Additional discussion items include a proposed third town event, a camel statue and sound wall concept, and reports from the mayor, council and town manager.

• Approve ledger of accounts payable checks #53415‑53436, 53443‑53470 totaling $465,460.02 and payroll checks #53437‑53442 totaling $112,146.50 (grand total $577,606.52)
• Discuss and possibly approve IGA with La Paz County for open burning of acceptable yard waste
• Consider letters of support for Desert Senita Community Health Center and La Paz Regional Tourism
• Appointment of Lori Brinkerhoff as Interim Town Magistrate (executive session)
• Proposal for a third town event, Town Park Day, on November 8, 2025

06/10/25 Action

The council will consider approving an intergovernmental agreement with La Paz County for open burning of acceptable yard waste to create a new brush pile area. Also on the agenda: letters of support for Desert Senita Community Health Center and La Paz Regional Tourism, appointment of an interim magistrate, and discussion of a third town event called Town Park Day. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $577,606.52 and meeting minutes.

• Intergovernmental agreement with La Paz County for open burning of yard waste (Item 3)
• Letter of support for Desert Senita Community Health Center (Item 4)
• Letter of support for La Paz Regional Tourism (Item 5)
• Appointment of Lori Brinkerhoff as Interim Town Magistrate (Item 6, following executive session)
• Discussion of a third town event, Town Park Day, on November 8, 2025 (Item 8)

06/10/25 Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council approved the consent calendar payments of $577,606.52. It also approved an intergovernmental agreement with La Paz County for open burning of yard waste, letters of support for Desert Senita Community Health Center and La Paz Regional Tourism, and appointed Lori Brinkerhoff as interim Town Magistrate. Additional items were sent to the Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board for further work.

• Approved consent calendar payments totaling $577,606.52 (7 Ayes)
• Approved IGA with La Paz County for open burning of acceptable yard waste (7 Ayes)
• Approved letter of support for Desert Senita Community Health Center (7 Ayes)
• Approved letter of support for La Paz Regional Tourism (7 Ayes)
• Appointed Lori Brinkerhoff as interim Town Magistrate (7 Ayes)
• Returned third town event item to PCB Advisory Board for suggestions (7 Ayes)
• Forwarded sound wall and camel statue concept to PCB Advisory Board for study (7 Ayes)

052725

The Common Council will consider modifying the service contract for Town Magistrate Pamela Shirley. The body will also discuss scheduling the painting of the “Q” on Q Mountain and potential meeting cancellations for November and December 2025.

• Approval of accounts payable totaling $79,562.41 and payroll totaling $97,920.23
• Discussion on painting the “Q” on Q Mountain for the 36th anniversary of incorporation
• Possible modification of the Contract for Services for Town Magistrate Pamela Shirley
• Proposed cancellation or rescheduling of meetings on November 11 and December 23, 2025
• Proclamation designating June 2025 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month

05/27/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider modifying the contract with Town Magistrate Pamela Shirley, following an executive session on employment and legal advice. They will also discuss painting the 'Q' on Q Mountain, possibly scheduling it for September 5, 2025. The consent agenda includes approval of $177,482.64 in accounts payable and payroll, and minutes from May 13, 2025.

• Discussion and possible action to modify contract with Town Magistrate Pamela Shirley
• Discussion of painting the 'Q' on Q Mountain, possible scheduling for Sept 5, 2025 for incorporation anniversary
• Approval of accounts payable $79,562.41 and payroll $97,920.23 totaling $177,482.64
• Possible cancellation or rescheduling of Council meetings on Nov 11, 2025 (Veteran's Day) and Dec 23, 2025 (Christmas)
• Proclamation for Elder Abuse Awareness Month in June

052125

The Common Council met on May 21, 2025 for a budget workshop. The agenda included a proposed budget overview and discussion, but no actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting concluded with an adjournment.

05/21/25 Budget Workshop

The council met for a budget workshop where staff briefed members on the budgeting process and noted that state revenue numbers have not yet been received. No budget items were approved, denied, or tabled. The next budget meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2025.

051325

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a Series 10 Beer and Wine Store Liquor License for Dollar General Store #30028 at 535 E. Main Street. The council will also discuss and possibly approve an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement. Other business includes canceling or rescheduling the November 11 and December 23 council meetings and approving the consent agenda, which includes accounts payable totaling $839,605.11.

• Public hearing for liquor license at Dollar General Store #30028, 535 E. Main St.
• Discussion and possible approval of an amendment to the Town Manager's contract
• Consideration to cancel or reschedule council meetings on Nov 11 (Veterans Day) and Dec 23 (Christmas)
• Consent agenda: approval of accounts payable totaling $839,605.11 and minutes from April meetings
• Presentation on Reducing Youth Violence by La Paz County Probation Officer

051325

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing on a liquor license application for Dollar General Store #30028 and approve a payment ledger totaling $839,605.11. The Council will also discuss an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement and potential cancellation of future council meetings.

• Public hearing for Dollar General Store liquor license at 535 E. Main Street
• Approval of Accounts Payable totaling $743,287.53 and Payroll totaling $96,317.58
• Discussion of Town Manager contract amendment
• Consideration to cancel or reschedule November 11 and December 23 council meetings
• Approval of April 2025 Council minutes

05/13/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council approved a liquor license for a Dollar General store and an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement. The council also approved the payment of $839,605.11 in town accounts and minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing and approval of Dollar General liquor license at 535 E. Main Street
• Approval of Town Manager contract amendment
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $839,605.11
• Approval of previous council minutes
• Tabled decision on canceling future council meetings

043025

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council convened a budget workshop on April 30, 2025. The agenda listed departmental discussions, priority reviews, and procedural items. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

04/30/25 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Town Council met on April 30, 2025 for a budget workshop. Deputy Town Manager Kiki Tunnell presented an overview of proposed budgets for various departments. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the council will reconvene in May for further budget workshops.

042925

The Quartzsite Common Council met on April 29, 2025 for a budget workshop. Council members and the public discussed departmental budget priorities, including Community Development, Magistrate Court, Facility Maintenance, HURF, Water, Wastewater, Parks, Cemetery, and Capital Projects. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded during the session.

042925

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss current positions on policy committees for the League of Arizona Cities and Towns and consider changes or replacements for members.

• Discussion on League of Arizona Cities and Towns policy committees
• Potential replacement of Council Member on committees
• Executive Session for legal advice
• Public speaking limited to three minutes per person

04/29/25 Budget Workshop

The Town Council held a budget workshop on April 29, 2025. Each department presented its proposed line items for training, equipment, subscriptions, security, maintenance, operations, audits, and grants. Public Works Director Emmett Brinkerhoff announced a Wastewater/Water tour for council members on May 13. No votes, approvals, or other formal decisions were recorded.

04/29/25 Special Meeting

The council considered the town’s participation in the League of Arizona Cities and Towns policy committees. Vice Mayor Amon moved to approve Council Member Ensunsa’s appointment to the Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Works Committee. The motion was seconded by Council Member Goldberg and carried with seven affirmative votes.

• Approved Council Member Ensunsa’s appointment to the Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Works Policy Committee (7 ayes)

04/24/25

The Town Council, Planning & Zoning Commission, and the Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board were notified that they may attend the Arbor Day tree planting on April 24, 2025 at 465 N Plymouth Avenue. The notice states that a quorum may be present, but no official business will be conducted by any of the bodies.

042225

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve a Professional Services Contract with Sustainability Engineering Group LLC for Zoning Administrator and Zoning Code Update services. They will also consider an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement. The consent calendar includes approval of $275,123.80 in accounts payable and minutes from previous meetings. Presentations include Air Methods (helicopter medical services) and Desert Senita Community Health Care Center update. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice and Town Manager contract discussion.

• Professional Services Contract with Sustainability Engineering Group LLC for Zoning Administrator & Zoning Code Update Service
• Discussion and possible approval of amendment to Town Manager employment agreement
• Consent calendar: Accounts Payable totaling $275,123.80 (checks #53270–53295)
• Approval of minutes from April 8 regular meeting and April 16 budget workshop
• Presentations: Air Methods (whole blood transfusion program) and Desert Senita Community Health Care Center update

04/22/25 Regular Council Meeting

The council approved a professional services contract with Sustainability Engineering Group LLC for Zoning Administrator and Zoning Code Update Services, with a vote of 6 in favor, 0 against, and 1 abstention. The ledger of accounts payable totaling $275,123.80 and the April 16, 2025 budget workshop minutes were also approved unanimously. The April 8, 2025 council minutes were tabled for correction, and several procedural motions (executive session, return to open session, and employment contract amendment) were carried.

• Approved SEG contract for zoning administrator and code update services (6-0-1)
• Approved ledger of accounts payable $275,123.80 (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of April 16, 2025 budget workshop (7-0-0)
• Tabled minutes of April 8, 2025 for correction (7-0-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session (7-0-0)
• Approved motion to return to open session (7-0-0)
• Approved motion to direct attorney to amend Town Manager employment agreement (7-0-0)

04/22/25 Action

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider approval of a professional services contract with Sustainability Engineering Group LLC for zoning administrator and zoning code update services, and discuss an amendment to the town manager's employment agreement. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $275,123.80 and minutes from prior meetings. Presentations are scheduled from Air Methods and Desert Senita Community Health Care Center.

• Approval of accounts payable check series #53270–53289 totaling $178,477.05 and payroll checks #53290–53295 totaling $96,646.75 (grand total $275,123.80)
• Professional Services Contract with Sustainability Engineering Group LLC for Zoning Administrator & Zoning Code Update Service
• Discussion and possible approval of an amendment to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement with the Town Manager
• Air Methods presentation by Carl Grupp (medical transport service)
• Desert Senita Community Health Care Center update presentation

041625

The Quartzsite Common Council will meet on April 16, 2025 for a Budget Workshop. Council members will discuss the town's General Plan and conduct an annual strategic planning session. The meeting is limited to public remarks of three minutes each and may include an executive session for legal advice.

• Review and discussion of the General Plan
• Annual strategic planning session

04/16/25 Budget Workshop

Mayor Simpson called the meeting to order at 9:03 a.m. and adjourned it at 11:53 a.m. Council members and staff presented an overview of the budget process and discussed revenue and expenditure categories. No votes, approvals, or other formal decisions were recorded.

040825

The Quartzsite Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of a Series 10 Beer and Wine Store liquor license for Dollar General Store #30028 at 535 E. Main Street. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes approval of $208,065.76 in paid checks and a bid for a Type 3 slurry seal contract. Additional reports from the mayor, council, and town manager will be presented.

• Public hearing to recommend approval of Dollar General Store #30028 liquor license (535 E. Main St.)
• Consent agenda approval of paid checks totaling $208,065.76
• Discussion and possible approval of bid with T&C Seal Coating for FY 2024‑2025 slurry seal work
• Mayor’s report on current events
• Council and Town Manager reports on current events

040825

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of a liquor license for a Dollar General Store on Main Street. The Council also plans to approve a consent agenda including the payment of $208,065.76 in accounts payable and payroll.

• Public hearing for Dollar General liquor license at 535 E. Main Street
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $111,170.24
• Approval of payroll totaling $96,895.52
• Award bid for Type 3 Slurry Seal pavement preservation
• Proclamation for National Arbor Day on April 25, 2025

04/08/25 Regular Council Meeting

The council voted 7-0 to table the public hearing and the Dollar General liquor license application. It approved the consent agenda, including payment of $208,065.76 in accounts payable and the March 25, 2025 council minutes. The council also approved the award of the Type 3 slurry seal contract to T&C Seal Coating, Inc. for the FY 2025 pavement preservation plan.

• Tabled Public Hearing and Dollar General liquor license application (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda: paid accounts payable checks totaling $208,065.76 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda: adopted March 25, 2025 council minutes (7-0)
• Approved bid award and contract to T&C Seal Coating, Inc. for FY 2025 pavement preservation plan (7-0)

04/08/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider several routine items, including approval of recent payments and minutes. The key decisions are the approval of a contract with T&C Seal Coating for a Type 3 slurry seal pavement preservation project and the recommendation on a liquor license for Dollar General Store #30028, which remains tabled.

• Approve $208,065.76 in ledger payments (check series #53226‑#53269 and payroll #53254‑#53258)
• Approve minutes from the March 25, 2025 regular meeting
• Recommend approval of Dollar General Store #30028 liquor license (tabled)
• Accept bid and approve contract with T&C Seal Coating for Type 3 slurry seal work under the FY 2024‑2025 pavement preservation plan

03/25/25 Regular Council Meeting

The council voted unanimously to approve the Consent Agenda, which included payment checks totaling $608,135.28. They also approved proceeding with the replacement of the bulbs in the town’s streetlights. Budget meeting dates were announced but no vote was taken on them.

• Approved Consent Agenda and $608,135.28 payments (7 ayes)
• Approved replacement of streetlight bulbs (7 ayes)

032525

The Quartzsite Common Council will approve a consent calendar including the payment of $608,135.28 in bills and the March 11, 2025 council minutes. The meeting includes a presentation on early childhood funding and a proclamation for Week of the Young Child. The council will also discuss modernizing streetlights for energy savings and the tentative budget calendar.

• Approval of $608,135.28 in accounts payable and payroll checks
• Discussion of modernized streetlights for energy savings
• Discussion of tentative budget calendar meeting dates
• Presentation on First Things First early childhood funding
• Proclamation of April 5-11, 2025 as Week of the Young Child

03/25/25 Action

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the replacement of older streetlights for energy savings and set tentative budget meeting dates. The body is also considering the approval of over $600,000 in payments.

• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $608,135.28
• Discussion and possible approval for modernized streetlights
• Discussion of tentative budget meeting dates
• First Things First Presentation
• Open Meeting Law Presentation

031125

The Council will discuss the Water Loss Report and consider authorizing the Town Manager to enter into a contract for zoning code updates. A consent agenda includes approval of $245,053.11 in accounts payable and payroll, and minutes from February 25. An executive session is planned for legal advice on the zoning code updates. Reports from Mayor, Council, and Town Manager are also on the agenda.

• Approval of accounts payable totaling $245,053.11
• Discussion on Water Loss Report
• Discussion and possible authorization for Town Manager to enter into contract for zoning code updates
• Executive session for legal advice on zoning code updates
• Presentation: 20 Year Employee Recognition

03/11/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold its regular meeting, approve a consent agenda that includes $245,053.11 in paid accounts, and discuss a water loss report. The council will introduce and debate authorizing the Town Manager to enter a contract for zoning code update services, with part of the discussion moved to an executive session for legal advice. Additional items include employee recognition and a Small Business Development Center presentation.

• Ledger of accounts paid – total $245,053.11 (Check Series #53108‑53134 and Payroll #53135‑53140)
• Water loss report – discussion only
• Contract services – authorization for zoning code updates (introduction, discussion, executive session)
• 20‑year employee recognition presentation
• Small Business Development Center presentation

2/25/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council approved a consent agenda including the payment of $207,223.68 in town accounts and payroll. The Council also approved a recommendation for a special event liquor license to operate a beer garden at the Buck Connors Western Days event.

• Accounts Payable and Payroll totaling $207,223.68
• Approval of Special Event Liquor License for QSP, Inc. (Buck Connors Western Days)
• Approval of Planning & Zoning Commission reappointments for Larry Lord and James Peterson
• Discussion on Quartzsite Fire District and McMullen Valley Fire District merger
• Discussion on reinstating water service exceptions

021125

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and possibly approve purchasing three new 2024 Ford F150 SSV and two used fully outfitted patrol vehicles using remaining budgeted funds. They will also consider amending the Town Manager's employment agreement and approving amended bylaws for Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $321,779.02.

• Approval of accounts payable checks totaling $321,779.02 (consent agenda)
• Discussion and possible approval of amended bylaws for Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. dated January 29, 2025
• Discussion and possible approval to purchase three 2024 Ford F150 SSV and two used fully outfitted patrol vehicles
• Discussion and possible approval of an amendment to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement with the Town Manager

2/11/25 Action

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the purchase of five police vehicles and an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement. The body will also consider updated bylaws for Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. and approve various accounts payable.

• Purchase of three 2024 Ford F150 SSV Crew Cab 4WD and two used patrol vehicles
• Amendment to the Town Manager's Amended and Restated Employment Agreement
• Approval of Amended and Restated Bylaws of Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc.
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $321,779.02
• Approval of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes

012825

The Town Council will discuss the purchase of three new 2024 Ford F150 SSV Crew Cab 4WD vehicles and two used patrol vehicles. The body will also consider an amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement.

• Purchase of three 2024 Ford F150 SSV Crew Cab 4WD and two used patrol vehicles
• Amendment to the Town Manager's Amended and Restated Employment Agreement
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $67,896.93
• Approval of payroll totaling $96,583.64

1/28/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss a request from the Police Department to buy three 2024 Ford F150 SSV crew‑cab 4WD trucks and two used fully outfitted patrol vehicles using remaining budgeted funds. The motion on this request was tabled. The council will also consider an amendment to the Town Manager’s employment agreement, which was likewise tabled. Additionally, the council will approve a consent agenda covering payments totaling $164,480.57 and adopt minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting.

• Police Department request to purchase three 2024 Ford F150 SSV crew‑cab 4WD trucks and two used patrol vehicles (motion tabled)
• Amendment to the Town Manager’s Amended and Restated Employment Agreement (motion tabled)
• Ledger of accounts paid: total $164,480.57 for check series #52983‑#53017 and payroll #53018‑#53023
• Approval of Town Council minutes from the regular meeting on January 14, 2025
• Consent agenda items approved by a single motion

011425

The Quartzsite Town Council will discuss and possibly approve a revised location for the Quartzsite Improvement Association's beer garden at the Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show. The council will also consider a resolution to authorize a drinking water revolving fund loan from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority (WIFA), issue a Request for Qualifications for a new planning and zoning consultant, and provide direction on the process for interviewing seven applicants to fill five seats on the new Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board.

• Seven applicants seek five seats on the new Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board; council to set interview process.
• Discussion and possible approval of revised on-site location for QIA Beer Garden at 235 E. Ironwood Street during the Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show (Jan. 15-18, 2025).
• Resolution No. 25-01 to authorize a loan agreement for the Drinking Water Revolving Fund from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority.
• Discussion and approval to issue a Request For Qualifications (RFQ) to contract a new planning and zoning consultant.
• The special event liquor license application was previously approved; now only the location map revision is under consideration.

011425

The Council will discuss and possibly award multiple contracts totaling $890,163.44 for the Town Park Improvement Project. They will also consider filling a vacant Planning & Zoning seat, approving a loan agreement for a solar system at Well No. 3, and revising a liquor license location for a gem show. The meeting includes approval of accounts payable of $863,656.15 and an executive session to evaluate the Town Manager.

• Award bids for Town Park Improvement Project ($890,163.44) to Splash Zone LLC, Rock Solid Construction & Concrete, Mike’s Contracting, Inc, La Paz Electric, Inc., and Arrow Enterprises LLC
• Fill Planning & Zoning vacant seat with Dale Stansel (term ending March 1, 2026)
• Approve Resolution 25-01 for WIFA drinking water revolving loan to install solar system at Town’s No. 3 Well Site
• Approve revised location of Beer Garden for Quartzsite Improvement Association Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show (Jan 15-18, 2025)
• Discuss Town Manager annual performance review and possible amendment to employment agreement

1/14/25 Action

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider approving contracts totaling $890,163.44 for the Town Park Improvements Project, along with a WIFA loan agreement for a solar system at Well Site No. 3. Other business includes filling a Planning & Zoning vacancy, selecting Parks Board members, and evaluating the Town Manager's performance.

• Award bids for Town Park Improvements Project to Splash Zone LLC, Rock Solid Construction, Mike’s Contracting, La Paz Electric, and Arrow Enterprises for $890,163.44
• Approve Resolution 25-01 authorizing a WIFA drinking water loan for a solar installation at Well Site No. 3
• Appoint Dale Stansel to fill the vacant Planning & Zoning seat through March 1, 2026
• Consider seven applicants for the Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board
• Authorize Town Manager to make an exception on water service reinstatement code requirements