Show Low public meetings in 2024
70 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a special meeting to consider selecting a conceptual design for the Show Low Sports and Events Center project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with all other items being procedural.
- Consideration of approval to select conceptual design for Show Low Sports and Events Center Project
The City Council reviewed conceptual designs for a proposed Sports and Events Center, comparing six-court and eight-court models. No final design was selected during the meeting. The Council voted to direct staff to obtain an updated pro forma financial analysis from Sports Facilities Advisory for both models to inform future decision-making.
- Directed staff to obtain updated pro forma for six-court and eight-court models (7-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of December 10, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, with several significant items. They will consider an ordinance amending the city code to add restrictions on unlawful animal ownership, possession, or transfer, and adopt a related resolution. They will also review and potentially approve a five-year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030. The agenda includes special events such as the swearing-in of the mayor and council members, presentations from local organizations, and an update on undocumented immigrants in the White Mountains from police and sheriff's office.
- Ordinance No. 2024-12 adding Section 5.10.030 'Unlawful Animal Ownership, Possession or Transfer of Animals' and Resolution No. R2024-34
- Approval of Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 to 2030
- Resolution No. R2024-35 re-establishing Downtown Redevelopment Project Area
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Calendar
- Reappointment of Associate City Magistrate and Board Member to Show Low Municipal Property Corporation
The Show Low City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-12, adding a city code section that bars people convicted of animal cruelty or neglect from owning, possessing, or transferring cats and dogs for set periods. The council also approved its five-year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030, appointed Jessica Ruddy as Associate Magistrate, and re-established the Downtown Redevelopment Project Area via the consent calendar. Police and county sheriff officials reported no evidence supporting citizen concerns about undocumented immigrants being dropped off in the area.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-12 barring animal ownership after cruelty/neglect convictions (7-0)
- Approved five-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026-2030 (7-0)
- Appointed Jessica Ruddy as Associate Magistrate, term ending Dec 31, 2026 (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including Resolution R2024-35 re-establishing Downtown Redevelopment Project Area (7-0)
- Named Connie Kakavas Vice Mayor for a term expiring December 2026 (unanimous)
- Consent calendar also covered FY2026 budget calendar, board reappointments, and Nov 19 minutes (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent items, and new business. Key actions include awarding contracts for a manhole repair project and business planning services, and considering two ordinances: one restricting manufactured home ages and another banning smoking in city parks. The council will also hold an executive session for the annual evaluation of the city magistrate and legal discussions, with possible appointment of a city magistrate afterward.
- Award construction contract for Sunken Manhole Repair Project 2024 (Project No. S-3025)
- Award professional services contracts for business planning and commercial kitchen design for Show Low Business Incubator
- Ordinance No. 2024-11: Manufactured Home Age Restrictions, amending Chapter 18.05.050
- Ordinance No. 2024-10: Smoking Prohibited in City Parks and Public Outdoor Spaces, adding Section 11.35.070
- Award Public Affairs Consulting Services Agreement
The Show Low City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-10, prohibiting smoking in all city parks, recreational areas, and public outdoor spaces, including trails, playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, and parking lots. The ordinance defines smoking broadly to include e-cigarettes and hookahs, with exceptions for designated smoking areas and permit-limited private events. The council also approved several contracts, including a $108,300 manhole repair project and two business incubator planning contracts.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-10 banning smoking in city parks and public outdoor spaces (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-11 instituting a 10-year age limit for manufactured home installations (6-0)
- Awarded $108,300 construction contract to Apache Underground and Excavating for Sunken Manhole Repair Project (6-0)
- Awarded $65,000 contract to White Mountain Economic Development for business incubator business plan (6-0)
- Awarded $75,000 contract to Local First Arizona for commercial kitchen design (6-0)
- Approved $6,000/month public affairs consulting agreement with POLICY 48 (6-0)
- Approved employment agreement for City Magistrate Judge Tipton (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including Old Linden Road acceptance and Silver City final plat (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.
- Regular meeting of November 12, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure and equipment items, including the purchase of a sidewalk cleaning machine and a forklift. The council will also review construction contracts for a campground restroom and valve replacements at Show Low Lake, alongside various airport and roadway project acceptances.
- Purchase of Ventrac sidewalk cleaning machine and Case 586H forklift
- Acceptance of Senior Field Bleachers Rehab (Project No. FM-0824) and East Cooley Roadway Improvements (Project No. R-3323)
- Award of construction contract for Show Low Lake Campground Restroom (Project No. FM-3125)
- Cost sharing agreement and contract award for Show Low Lake valve replacements (Project No. FM-3325)
- Ground lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC
The City Council approved a construction contract for a new restroom at Show Low Lake Campground and authorized the replacement of aging underwater valves at Show Low Lake Dam. The Council also passed a cost-sharing agreement with the Show Low/Pinetop-Woodland Irrigation Company to fund the valve repairs. A consent calendar including equipment purchases and project acceptances was approved unanimously.
- Approved $138,400 construction contract for Show Low Lake Campground Restroom to LD&B LLC (5-0)
- Approved Cost Sharing Agreement with Show Low/Pinetop-Woodland Irrigation Company for valve replacements (5-0)
- Awarded $166,885 contract for Show Low Lake valve replacement to Rubicon Applied Diving Services (5-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar: Ventrac sidewalk cleaner, Case 586H forklift, bleacher rehab, East Cooley roadway improvements, manhole replacement, airport lease changes, and Oct 15 minutes (5-0)
- Pulled Ground Lease Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC from agenda
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a retreat to review 2023 goals, receive budget and economic updates, and discuss a range of policy topics. Discussion items include manufactured home age restrictions and permitting, unsanitary building conditions, workforce housing, artificial intelligence, a city electronic sign, smoking in parks, downtown parking restrictions, and emergency preparedness. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and planning session.
- Manufactured Homes Age Restrictions (discussion)
- Permitting of Manufactured Homes (discussion)
- Update on Workforce Housing (discussion)
- Artificial Intelligence (discussion)
- Downtown Public Parking Restrictions (discussion)
The City Council held a retreat to review 2023 goals, budget trends, and infrastructure projects. No formal votes were taken, but the Council directed staff to draft ordinances regarding park smoking and interior building sanitation, and to pursue a partnership with Navajo County for manufactured home inspections.
- Directed staff to remove the inoperable City electronic sign
- Directed staff to draft a no-smoking ordinance for City parks
- Directed staff to draft City Code updates for unsanitary interior building conditions
- Agreed to pursue contracting with Navajo County for manufactured home permitting and inspections
- Directed staff to research a 10-year rolling date for new manufactured home installations
- Requested a future presentation from SHPO regarding Certified Local Government designation
- Directed staff to investigate specific downtown areas for parking restrictions
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 22, 2024, with one new business item: a conditional use permit for a guest house at 440 N Central Ave. The meeting also includes a call to the public, approval of minutes from July 9, 2024, and updates from members and staff.
- Conditional Use Permit 602-04-269 by Jeremy and Brooks Wolfe for a guest house at 440 N Central Ave (APN 210-09-008A)
- Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 regular meeting
- Call to the public (3-minute limit per speaker)
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 602-04-269, allowing Jeremy and Brooks Wolfe to build a 1,065 sq. ft. guest house at 440 N Central Ave. The approval was subject to staff recommendations, including compliance with building codes and use of a shared driveway. The motion passed 5-0.
- Approved CUP 602-04-269 for guest house at 440 N Central Ave (5-0)
- Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Show Low Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on parks and facilities maintenance, and hear about community services projects and events. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from July 25, 2024 regular meeting
- Parks and Facilities Maintenance Update (city-wide, July-October 2024)
- Community Services Department Projects and Events Update (July-October 2024)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a liquor license application for Show Low Cafe, and will consider several consent calendar items including construction contracts for citywide roadway improvements, cemetery expansion, and headworks building reconstruction, as well as a ground lease at the airport. New business includes an intergovernmental agreement with ADOT for HURF funding for North 11th Street improvements. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Snow Management Plan and proclamations.
- Public hearing on liquor license for Show Low Cafe at 480 West Deuce of Clubs, Suite B
- Resolution R2024-31: IGA with ADOT for HURF funding for North 11th Street improvements
- Acceptance of construction contract for 2024 Citywide Roadway Improvements (Project R-6724)
- Acceptance of construction contract for Cemetery Expansion 2024 (Project FM-1325)
- Noncommercial ground lease with Jonesmont Air LLC and termination of lease with Desert Fish Aviation at Show Low Regional Airport
The Show Low City Council approved the consent calendar, which included construction contracts for roadway improvements, cemetery expansion, and headworks building reconstruction, as well as a ground lease with Jonesmont Air LLC. The Council also recommended approval of a restaurant liquor license for Show Low Cafe to the State Liquor Board, and adopted Resolution No. R2024-31 for a HURF exchange agreement with ADOT for North 11th Street improvements. All votes were 6-0.
- Approved consent calendar including construction contracts for 2024 Citywide Roadway Improvements, Cemetery Expansion 2024, and Reconstruction of Headworks Building (6-0)
- Approved noncommercial ground lease with Jonesmont Air LLC and termination of lease with Desert Fish Aviation at Show Low Regional Airport (6-0)
- Recommended approval of #12 Restaurant Liquor License for Show Low Cafe at 480 West Deuce of Clubs, Suite B (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-31 authorizing HURF exchange agreement with ADOT for North 11th Street Improvements (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for October 8, 2024, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2024.
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering infrastructure acceptances, an intergovernmental road agreement, surplus property auction, grant funds, and a subdivision plat. New business includes awarding a Christmas lighting contract, accepting a federal Essential Air Service grant, amending city code to add backyard fowl regulations, and setting new compensation rates for elected officials.
- Consideration of Ordinance No. 2024-09 adding Section 5.05.150 'Backyard Fowl Regulation'
- Consideration of Resolution No. R2024-29 repealing R2007-25 and adopting new elected official compensation rates
- Award of contract for Christmas Lighting and Decorations, Project No. FM-1925
- Acceptance of grant agreement with U.S. DOT under Alternate Essential Air Service Program
- IGA with Town of Pinetop-Lakeside for road maintenance of portion of Penrod Road
The Show Low City Council approved a $24.3 million U.S. DOT grant for Alternate Essential Air Service through Contour Airlines, awarded a three-year Christmas lighting contract, adopted a backyard fowl ordinance, and raised elected officials' compensation. All votes were unanimous 7-0.
- Approved $24,312,381 DOT grant for Contour Airlines air service (7-0)
- Awarded Christmas lighting contract to HLC Productions, $38,670/year for 3 years (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024-09 regulating backyard fowl on lots ≤0.5 acre (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution R2024-29 increasing elected officials' compensation (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including road maintenance IGA with Pinetop-Lakeside (7-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024. This notice is procedural only, with no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of September 24, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Show Low Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board held a special meeting and approved the induction of two new police officers into the retirement system. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0. The board also noted that the July 29, 2024 meeting had been cancelled due to lack of quorum.
- Approved induction of Ryan McElhaney into PSPRS (3-0)
- Approved induction of Samuel Sayegh into PSPRS (3-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent items, and new business. Key actions include awarding a carpet and tile cleaning contract, approving an air services agreement with Contour Airlines, and approving a commercial airport lease with the same airline. The council will also discuss water settlements in executive session.
- Award of contract for carpet and tile cleaning services for city buildings, Project No. FM-5924
- Approval of air services agreement with Corporate Flight Management, Inc. D/B/A Contour Airlines, with budget transfers
- Approval of commercial airport lease and operating agreement with Contour Airlines at Show Low Regional Airport
- Resolution R2024-27 rescinding R2022-04 and adopting revised Title VI policy
- Executive session discussion on Tyco and BASF water settlements
The Show Low City Council approved an air service agreement with Contour Airlines and a related commercial airport lease, enabling the airline to begin service on October 1, 2024, under a $24.3 million federal grant. The council also awarded a carpet and tile cleaning contract and approved the consent calendar. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved air service agreement with Contour Airlines (5-0)
- Approved commercial airport lease with Contour Airlines (5-0)
- Awarded carpet and tile cleaning contract to D.M. Caldwell Corp. for $15,815.10/year (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including Constitution Week proclamation and Title VI policy (5-0)
Municipal Property Corporation
The Show Low Municipal Property Corporation will hold a special meeting to introduce a new board member, elect officers, and approve the minutes from the December 14, 2023 meeting and the 2024 annual report. The meeting is open to the public at Show Low City Hall, Cougar Conference Room.
- Introduction of new board member
- Election of officers for the Municipal Property Corporation
- Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting
- Approval of 2024 annual report
The board held a special meeting with no substantive policy decisions. It unanimously elected Greg Butler as President, Ed Muder as Vice President, and Barry Nicks as Secretary, and approved the minutes from December 14, 2023, and the annual report with updated officer names.
- Elected Greg Butler as President (unanimous)
- Elected Ed Muder as Vice President (unanimous)
- Elected Barry Nicks as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of December 14, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved annual report with updated officer names (unanimous)
Industrial Development Authority
The Industrial Development Authority of Show Low holds a special meeting to introduce a new board member, elect officers, and approve the minutes from the previous year’s meeting and the annual report. The meeting is open to the public and follows procedural requirements under Arizona law.
- Introduction of new board member
- Election of officers
- Approval of minutes from September 8, 2023 meeting
- Approval of annual report
The Industrial Development Authority held a special meeting to onboard new board member Rudy Navarro, elect officers, and approve its annual report. Nathan Shelley was retained as president, and Navarro was elected secretary. The board unanimously approved the minutes from September 8, 2023, and the annual report with updated officer names.
- Elected Rudy Navarro as secretary (unanimous)
- Retained Nathan Shelley as president (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of September 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved annual report with updated officer names (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for September 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting September 24, 2024
City Council
The Show Low City Council will consider awarding six construction contracts for projects including cemetery expansion, parking lot landscaping, road reconstruction, sewer replacement, landscape maintenance, and a training building remodel. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments, acceptance of completed projects, and an executive session for legal advice on real property negotiations.
- Award construction contract for Cemetery Expansion 2024 (FM-1325)
- Award construction contract for East Mills Parking Lot Landscaping (FM-1225) with budget transfers
- Award construction contract for Old Linden Road Reconstruction (R-0825) with budget transfers
- Award construction contract for Savage Sewer Replacement Phase 1 (S-2624)
- Executive session for legal advice on real property negotiations (A.P. No. 210-14-058)
The Show Low City Council approved multiple construction contracts, including the $518,505 Old Linden Road reconstruction, a $924,036 sewer replacement, and several landscaping projects. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the consent calendar and entered executive session for legal and property discussions.
- Awarded $48,166.46 cemetery expansion contract to Tim's Landscape Creations (5-0)
- Awarded $42,188.36 East Mills parking lot landscaping contract to Tim's Landscape Creations (5-0)
- Awarded $518,505 Old Linden Road reconstruction contract to W.W. Clyde and Co. (5-0)
- Awarded $924,036 Savage Sewer Replacement Phase 1 contract to Apache Underground & Excavating (5-0)
- Awarded $73,161 city landscape maintenance contract to Tim's Landscape Creations (5-0)
- Awarded $75,725 pre-construction contract for training building remodel to LD&B, LLC (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including proclamations and minutes (5-0)
- Approved executive session minutes from March-June 2024 (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024. This agenda is only a cancellation notice and contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting cancelled for August 27, 2024
- Next regular meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a liquor license application for Family Dollar, and will consider several contracts including a five-year rural public transportation agreement with MV Transportation, an airport consulting services contract, and a lease amendment for a building at the airport. The agenda also includes consent items for accepting construction projects and approving minutes.
- Public hearing on Series #10 liquor license for Family Dollar #23939 at 161 East Deuce of Clubs
- Five-year Rural Public Transportation Agreement with MV Transportation, Inc.
- Professional Services Contract for Airport Consulting Services to H.W. Lochner, Inc.
- Rescind lease with GSA and approve Lease Amendment No. 3 for 3401 Airport Loop Road
- Acceptance of Airport Hangar Roof Overlay (Project FM-7524) and Sewer Replacement (Project S-3022)
The City Council approved a five-year contract for rural public transportation and awarded an airport consulting contract. The Council also recommended a liquor license for Family Dollar and modified a lease agreement for a building at the regional airport.
- Approved five-year Rural Public Transportation Agreement with MV Transportation, Inc. not to exceed $5,176,772 (4-0)
- Awarded professional services contract for airport consulting services to H.W. Lochner, Inc. (4-0)
- Recommended approval to State Liquor Board for Family Dollar #23939 liquor license application (4-0)
- Rescinded April 18, 2024 lease agreement and approved Lease Amendment No. 3 for 3401 Airport Loop Road (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including Airport Hangar Roof Overlay and West Stock to SR-260 Sewer Replacement contract (4-0)
- Approved minutes from August 6, 2024 meeting (4-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of August 13, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for August 27, 2024
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 6, 2024, to consider a consent calendar of routine purchases and approvals, and several new business items including adopting the July 30 primary election results, accepting a state housing trust fund grant, and awarding contracts for public works design and airport development. The meeting also includes a call to the public for comments.
- Resolution R2024-26 declaring primary election results
- Special event liquor license for Battle of the Bands at Frontier Fields
- Acceptance of State Housing Trust Funds grant for affordable housing plans
- Award of pre-construction contract for Public Works Building Design Build (Project FM-0125)
- Phase Two Development Agreement with Big Dog Development, LLC at Show Low Regional Airport
The Council unanimously adopted Resolution R2024-26, certifying the July 30 primary election results. John Leech, Jr. was declared elected mayor, and Connie Kakavas, Jon Adams, and Bryce Judd were elected to the three council seats. The Council also approved a $100,000 state housing grant and a $69,500 contract for a housing needs assessment, and approved a pre-construction contract for a new public works building.
- Adopted Resolution R2024-26 declaring primary election results (6-0)
- Approved special event liquor license for Battle of the Bands (6-0)
- Accepted $100,000 State Housing Trust Funds grant and awarded $69,500 contract to Matrix Design Group (6-0)
- Awarded $88,531.80 pre-construction contract to LD&B LLC for Public Works building (6-0)
- Approved Phase Two hangar development agreement and 10 ground leases with Big Dog Development (5-0, mayor abstained)
- Approved consent calendar including purchases and contracts (6-0)
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Show Low Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will hold a special meeting to review and approve the April 29, 2024 meeting minutes and consider new membership applications for police officers into the pension system. The board will vote on enrolling two new officers, one effective April 29, 2024, and another effective October 20, 2024. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Teams.
- Approval of April 29, 2024 special meeting minutes
- Vote on Elizabeth Cevera, Tier 2 PSPRS, effective April 29, 2024
- Vote on James Thomas, Tier 3 PSPRS, effective October 20, 2024
- Scheduling of future meetings
The special meeting scheduled for July 29, 2024, was canceled because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made.
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Show Low Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from April, receive updates on parks and facilities maintenance, and hear about community services projects and events. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from April 22, 2024 regular meeting
- Parks and facilities maintenance update for May–July 2024
- Community services projects and events update for May–July 2024
- Schedule next meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the April 22, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates on park maintenance and reports on recent community event attendance.
- Approved minutes from April 22, 2024, Regular Meeting (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of July 23, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024
- Agenda posted on Friday, July 19, 2024
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold public hearings on a liquor license for El Azteca, a zoning change from agricultural to commercial, and consider consent items including a deannexation contingent on Pinetop-Lakeside annexation. They will also vote on a $225,000 street light improvement district tax levy and a commercial hangar lease at the airport. The agenda includes an executive session on an opioid settlement and pending litigation.
- Public hearing on liquor license for El Azteca at 4817 South White Mountain Road
- Ordinance No. 2024-08: Rezone APN 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2
- Resolution R2024-23: $225,000 street light improvement district property tax levy for FY2025
- Deannexation of 70.16 acres contingent on annexation by Pinetop-Lakeside (Ordinance 2024-07)
- Commercial hangar lease with Aero Products Component Services at Show Low Regional Airport
The Show Low City Council approved a consent calendar including several infrastructure acceptances and resolutions, recommended approval of a restaurant liquor license for El Azteca, adopted a zoning change to allow multi-family housing, approved a hangar lease with Aero Products, set the street light tax levy, and approved an opioid settlement with Kroger.
- Approved consent calendar including park, detention, and slurry seal project acceptances (6-0)
- Recommended approval of El Azteca restaurant liquor license at 4817 S White Mountain Rd (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024-08 rezoning APN 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2 (6-0)
- Approved 10-year hangar lease with Aero Products at $2,800/month (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution R2024-23 setting street light tax levy at $225,000 (6-0)
- Approved opioid settlement agreement with Kroger (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone land at A.P.N. 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2 to allow multifamily housing. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approving minutes and hearing public comments.
- Public hearing on rezoning A.P.N. 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2 for multifamily housing
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change request from Joseph Holland of NV Us Investments LLC to rezone A.P.N. 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2 (General Commercial) to allow multifamily housing. The approval includes conditions such as a fence along the north property line, no fence on east and south lines, a 20-foot setback, substantial conformance to the site plan, and a tree preservation plan. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for a public hearing on July 16, 2024.
- Approved zone change 605-03-121 from AR-43 to C-2 for A.P.N. 210-33-040C (6-0)
- Condition: fence required along north property line per R2-7 standards
- Condition: no fence required along east and south property lines
- Condition: property developed in substantial conformance with submitted site plan
- Condition: north setback increased to 20 feet
- Condition: tree preservation plan submitted with building plans
- Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone a parcel from agricultural-residential to general commercial to allow multifamily housing. The meeting also includes call to the public, approval of minutes, and a summary of current events.
- Public hearing on zone change for A.P.N. 210-33-040C from AR-43 to C-2 for multifamily housing
- Call to the public with 3-minute speaking limit
- Approval of minutes from May 28, 2024 meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to continue the zone change request for A.P.N. 210-33-040C (from AR-43 to C-2) to the next available meeting because the applicant was not present, as required by City Code. The request, which would allow multifamily housing, will be reconsidered at the July 9 meeting if the applicant attends. The Commission also approved the May 28, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Continued zone change request 605-03-121 to next meeting (7-0)
- Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Right Settlement Agreement, which relates to the Little Colorado River adjudication and the city's water supply. The council will first meet in executive session for legal advice and direction, then may take action in open session.
- Consideration of approval of Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Right Settlement Agreement
- Discussion and direction to Counsel regarding Little Colorado River (LCR) Adjudication
- Potential involvement with the LCR Coalition
- Executive session for legal advice and litigation/settlement discussions
The Show Low City Council held a special meeting to discuss water supply issues and litigation. The Council unanimously approved the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement. The Mayor, Clerk, and Attorney were authorized to sign the agreement only after specific legal conditions regarding the Little Colorado River Adjudication were met.
- Approved Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement (7-0)
- Authorized Mayor, Clerk, and Attorney to execute agreement upon satisfaction of four legal conditions
- Recessed into Executive Session to discuss legal advice and litigation strategy
Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board
The Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution No. R2024-02. This resolution proposes the adoption of the final budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Public hearing and consideration of Resolution No. R2024-02 (Final Budget for FY ending June 30, 2025)
- Approval of minutes from the June 4, 2024, special meeting
The Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution No. R2024-02, approving the final budget of $169,320.00 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The budget was unchanged from the tentative version adopted two weeks prior. The board also approved the minutes from its June 4, 2024 special meeting.
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-02 approving $169,320.00 final budget for FY 2024-25 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 4, 2024 special meeting (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will meet to decide on the final budget for fiscal year 2025, including a proposed secondary property tax levy, and vote on several renewals and new agreements. The meeting also includes recognition of local high school track champions and a presentation on Crosswind Runway planning.
- Renewal of agreements with White Mountain Meals on Wheels, Show Low Historical Society, Show Low Main Street, and Show Low Chamber of Commerce for FY 2024-25
- Adoption of Resolution R2024-21 for final FY2025 budget and secondary property tax levy
- Approval of annual purchase orders for FY2025
- Acceptance of pickleball courts and associated improvements (Project FM-0423)
- Interconnection agreement with Arizona Water Company
The Show Low City Council approved a major update to Title 19 (Zoning) via Ordinance No. 2024-06, which includes changes like allowing attached guest unit rentals in all residential zones and permitting multi-family dwellings by conditional use in manufactured home districts. The council also adopted Resolution No. R2024-17, setting the tentative FY2025 budget and expenditure limitation at $126,484,526. Additionally, the council approved a 0.51-acre annexation (Ordinance No. 2024-05), awarded an $85,357 airport hangar roof overlay contract to TNT Exteriors, LLC, and appointed Gerry Whipple to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-06 amending Title 19 Zoning (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-17 tentative FY2025 budget at $126,484,526 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 annexing 0.51 acres (7-0)
- Awarded airport hangar roof overlay contract to TNT Exteriors, LLC for $85,357 (7-0)
- Appointed Gerry Whipple to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved consent calendar including proclamations and project acceptances (7-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for Tuesday, June 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2024. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of June 11, 2024, cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 25, 2024
Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board
The Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the district's finances. The primary action is the consideration of Resolution No. R2024-01 to adopt the tentative budget and set expenditure limits.
- Adoption of Tentative Budget via Resolution No. R2024-01
- Establishment of expenditure limitation for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
- Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023, special meeting
The Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District Board unanimously adopted Resolution No. R2024-01, setting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025 at $165,320 and establishing the expenditure limitation. The board also approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 special meeting. A public hearing for final budget adoption is scheduled for June 18.
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-01 adopting tentative FY2025 budget of $165,320 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 20, 2023 special meeting (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on a zoning code amendment, adoption of the tentative FY2025 budget, and a proposed annexation. The agenda also includes consent items for accepting completed projects and a special meeting to adopt the Show Low Bluff Community Facilities District tentative budget.
- Ordinance No. 2024-05 to annex territory contiguous to city limits (#P-1624)
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2024-06 amending Title 19 Zoning and adopting Resolution R2024-18
- Resolution No. R2024-17 adopting tentative budget and expenditure limitation for FY ending June 30, 2025
- Award of contract for Airport Hangar Roof Overlay, Project No. FM-7524
- Acceptance of LED Runway Lighting Project at Show Low Regional Airport
The Show Low City Council approved a comprehensive update to Title 19 (Zoning) and adopted the tentative FY2025 budget with an expenditure limitation of $126,484,526. The council also annexed a 0.51-acre parcel, appointed Gerry Whipple to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and awarded a contract for airport hangar roof repairs.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-06 amending Title 19 Zoning (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-17 tentative FY2025 budget at $126,484,526 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 annexing 0.51 acres (7-0)
- Appointed Gerry Whipple to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Awarded $85,357 contract to TNT Exteriors for airport hangar roof overlay (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including proclamations and project acceptances (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Council will also discuss potential candidates for the commission during an executive session.
- Interviews with Planning and Zoning Commission applicants: Kevin Kugler, Gerry Whipple, and Mike Neagle
The Show Low City Council held a special meeting on June 4, 2024, and voted unanimously to recess into executive session to interview three applicants for the Planning and Zoning Commission. No formal decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after reconvening.
- Moved to recess into executive session to interview Planning and Zoning Commission applicants (6-0)
- Interviewed applicants Kevin Kugler, Gerry Whipple, and Mike Neagle in executive session
- Adjourned without taking action on any executive session items
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on May 28, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers to consider proposed amendments to Title 19 of the Zoning Ordinance and a request to extend a conditional use permit for rock-processing operations at 4701 E. Deuce of Clubs.
- Public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 19 Zoning Ordinance
- Consideration of extension of Conditional Use Permit 602-04-184 for rock excavation and processing at 4701 E. Deuce of Clubs
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission approved a two-year extension of Conditional Use Permit 602-04-184 for rock processing at 4701 E. Deuce of Clubs, and approved proposed amendments to Title 19 of the Zoning Ordinance, forwarding them to the City Council. Both motions passed 4-0. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Approved two-year extension of CUP 602-04-184 for rock processing at 4701 E. Deuce of Clubs (4-0)
- Approved Title 19 zoning ordinance amendments and forwarded to City Council (4-0)
- Approved minutes of February 27, 2024 regular meeting (4-0)
- Approved minutes of April 23, 2024 study session (4-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes several consent items for approval, including updates to airport leases and budget transfers, as well as a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 city manager’s recommended budget. No major decisions are expected beyond routine procedural items.
- Consideration of Addendum to Commercial Ground Lease with Rim Country Holdings LLC at Show Low Regional Airport
- Consideration of Noncommercial Hangar Development and Ground Lease with BFI - Management Services, LLC at Show Low Regional Airport
- Consideration of Approval of Operating Agreements with Enterprise Leasing Company and Hatch Toyota for rental car services at Show Low Regional Airport
- Consideration of Acceptance of City Park Pressure Reducing Valve and Waterline Replacement Project No. W-5523
- Consideration of Acceptance of Grant Funds from Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management for Healthy Forest Initiative Grant
The Show Low City Council approved Resolution No. R2024-16, authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Arizona State Parks Land and Water Conservation Fund for the development of Timothy McKay Memorial Park. The resolution also authorizes the mayor to sign the project sponsor agreement, certifying the availability of up to $867,757.50 in matching funds for the estimated $1,735,515 project. The consent calendar, including appointments, airport leases, and grant acceptance, was approved unanimously. The council also heard presentations on wildfire preparedness and the draft tentative budget for fiscal year 2025.
- Approved Resolution No. R2024-16 for Timothy McKay Memorial Park grant application (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including airport leases and grant acceptance (6-0)
- Recessed into executive session to discuss real property A.P. No. 210-14-058 (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for May 14, 2024, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2024.
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two special event liquor licenses, consider several construction and service contracts, and vote on adding a full-time Recreation Coordinator. The agenda also includes consent items such as proclamations, airport grants, and a ground lease termination.
- Public hearing for Medieval Mayhem Renaissance Faire special event liquor license, July 12-14 at Frontier Fields
- Public hearing for Show Low Days special event liquor license, June 7-8 at Frontier Fields
- Award contract for Senior Field Bleachers Rehab (Project FM-0824)
- Award construction contracts for 2024 Slurry Seal (R-7924) and Citywide Roadway Improvements (R-6724)
- Approve additional full-time Recreation Coordinator in Community Services
The City Council approved several construction contracts for roadway improvements, slurry sealing, and wastewater facilities. The council also granted special event liquor licenses for two upcoming events at Frontier Fields and authorized a new full-time recreation coordinator position.
- Approved special event liquor license for 2024 Medieval Mayhem Renaissance Faire (7-0)
- Approved special event liquor license for 2024 Show Low Days (7-0)
- Approved hiring one full-time Recreation Coordinator using Council Contingency funds (7-0)
- Awarded $174,502 Senior Field Bleachers rehab contract to LD& B, LLC (7-0)
- Awarded $493,052 2024 Slurry Seal Project contract to American Pavement Preservation (7-0)
- Awarded $999,910 Citywide Roadway Improvements contract to Hatch Construction and Paving Inc. (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-15 to adjust Scott Ranch Road Right-of-Way (7-0)
- Awarded $198,500 Wastewater Facilities Master Plan contract to Sunrise Engineering LLC (7-0)
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will meet to discuss an accidental disability retirement application from Police Lieutenant Brandon Clark. The Board will also consider rehiring Clark as a Police Analyst in a non-sworn position as an ADA accommodation.
- Accidental disability retirement application for Police Lieutenant Brandon Clark
- Rehire of Brandon Clark as a Police Analyst (ADA accommodation)
- New PSPRS membership application for Elizabeth R Cervera
- Approval of March 8, 2024, meeting minutes
The Show Low Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board approved the accidental disability retirement application of Police Lieutenant Brandon Clark, and also approved his rehire into a non-sworn Police Analyst position as an ADA accommodation. The board additionally approved the induction of new officer Elizabeth Cervera into PSPRS and approved the minutes from the March 8, 2024 meeting. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved accidental disability retirement for Police Lt. Brandon Clark (3-0)
- Authorized rehire of Brandon Clark as Police Analyst (ADA accommodation)
- Approved induction of Elizabeth Cervera into PSPRS (3-0)
- Approved March 8, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing the entire Title 19 Zoning Code, which is current through Ordinance 2023-03. The agenda consists of the full text of the zoning code, including definitions, district regulations, and use standards. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears to be a review or discussion of the code as a whole.
- Review of Title 19 Zoning Code, current through Ordinance 2023-03
- Definitions chapter (19.05) covering terms like 'abutting,' 'access,' 'aggrieved person'
- Zoning districts include A-1 Airport, GA-5 General Agricultural, R1, R2-7, MH, DC, C, I, P.U.D.
- Use regulations cover signs, parking, outdoor lighting, wireless towers, medical marijuana, sexually oriented businesses
- Amendments, appeals, and variances procedures in Division IV
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a study session to review proposed changes to Title 19 of the City Code. They discussed and reached consensus on several modifications, including fence height limits, guest unit lot sizes, and use regulations. No formal votes were taken; staff will incorporate the feedback and schedule a future public hearing.
- Consensus to allow 8-foot fences in commercial/industrial zones, with barbed/razor wire only via conditional use permit
- Consensus to eliminate conditional use permit for clearing/grading, requiring a valid building permit
- Consensus to reduce minimum lot sizes for attached guest units in R1-20/R1-10 to 12,500 and 15,000 sq ft per dwelling unit
- Consensus to reduce minimum lot sizes for attached guest units in R1-10/R1-7/MH to 10,000 and 8,000 sq ft per dwelling unit
- Consensus to limit detached guest units to 75% of main dwelling unit size
- Consensus to limit mini-storage and RV/boat storage to industrial zones
- Consensus to allow group homes for handicapped as permitted use in all residential zones
- Consensus to add definition of 'forest health activity' to code
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a special meeting with a single public hearing to consider a property owner's request to annex property described as A.P. No. 210-33-040C into the city. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on annexation request #P-1624 for property A.P. No. 210-33-040C
The Show Low City Council held a public hearing on a request to annex approximately 0.51 acres (A.P. No. 210-33-040C) into the city. No vote was taken; the hearing was informational, and the annexation process will continue with signatures and an ordinance for future consideration.
- Held public hearing on annexation request P-1624 (no vote)
- Closed public hearing with no public input
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Show Low Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss plans for a Recreation Building at the Show Low City Campus, receive updates on parks and facilities maintenance, and hear reports on community services projects and events. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 25, 2024, and scheduling the next meeting.
- Discussion regarding plans for Recreation Building at Show Low City Campus
- Parks and Facilities Maintenance Update (January-April)
- Community Services Department Projects and Events Update (January-April and upcoming season)
- Approval of minutes from January 25, 2024
The Show Low Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its January 25, 2024 regular meeting unanimously. The rest of the April 22 meeting was informational: staff and members discussed the City Campus recreation building floor plan, park and facility maintenance projects, and upcoming programs and events. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the committee adjourned at 4:46pm.
- Approved January 25, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion by Becky Clark, second by Ken VanWinkle, all approve)
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a budget town hall and study session to review the recommended budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The meeting is primarily a discussion and public input session, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- Review of recommended budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
The Show Low City Council held a budget town hall and study session to review the recommended FY2025 budget of $125,790,648. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational, with staff presenting departmental budgets and answering council questions. The final budget adoption is scheduled for June 18, with the secondary property tax levy adoption on July 16.
- Reviewed FY2025 recommended budget of $125,790,648 (no vote)
- Discussed potential use of Council Contingency funds to hire recreation staff early (no action)
- Noted workforce housing policy approved a month ago (no action)
- Discussed moving forward with parking lot at Woody's site pending EPA approval (no action)
- Scheduled next budget review for April 25 if needed (no action)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, presentations, and a consent calendar. Key actions include considering two ordinances to annex and deannex land, awarding contracts for weed/pest control and campground utility improvements, and appointing a council member.
- Ordinance 2024-03 to annex territory contiguous to Show Low
- Ordinance 2024-04 to deannex 62.40 acres contingent on Pinetop-Lakeside annexation
- Award contract for weed and pest control (Project PWOPS-4923)
- Award construction contract for Show Low Lake Spillway Campground Utility Improvements (Project FM-7124)
- Appointment of a city council member
The City Council appointed Derik Whipple to fill a council vacancy through December 2026. The council also approved a land swap with the Town of Pinetop-Lakeside and awarded two service and construction contracts.
- Appointed Derik Whipple to City Council for term expiring December 2026 (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 to annex approx. 60.07 acres from Pinetop-Lakeside (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-04 to deannex 62.40 acres to Pinetop-Lakeside (6-0)
- Awarded weed and pest control contract to Hydra Pest Control, LLC for $24,894.17 annually (6-0)
- Awarded Show Low Lake Spillway Campground utility contract to Western Grade LLC for up to $250,408.51 (6-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar including airport leases and road design agreement (6-0)
City Council
This is a special meeting with an executive session to interview four applicants for the Show Low City Council and discuss potential candidates. The council may take action on these items in open session after the executive session. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other public business on the agenda.
- Executive session interviews with applicants Kenny Allen, Doug Roberts, Dawn Wilson-Golden, and Derik Whipple for the Show Low City Council
- Discussion of potential candidates for the Show Low City Council
- Possible action on executive session items in open session
The Show Low City Council held a special meeting on April 16, 2024, and voted unanimously (6-0) to recess into executive session to interview applicants for the Show Low City Council. They interviewed Kenny Allen, Doug Roberts, Dawn Wilson-Golden, and Derik Whipple, and discussed potential candidates. No action was taken in open session after reconvening, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.
- Approved motion to recess into executive session to interview council applicants (6-0)
- Interviewed Kenny Allen, Doug Roberts, Dawn Wilson-Golden, and Derik Whipple for council vacancy
- Discussed potential candidates for the Show Low City Council in executive session
- No action taken on executive session items in open session
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2024.
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent items, and new business. Key decisions include approving a final plat, a noncommercial ground lease at the airport, accepting campground power improvements, and a reciprocal easement agreement. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on the easement.
- Approval of Final Plat, Pine Haven Unit 2
- Noncommercial Ground Lease with The WV Powell Family Trust and termination of lease with William E. Powell and Viki Lynn Powell at Show Low Regional Airport
- Acceptance of Show Low Lake Campground Power Improvements, Project No. FM-5923
- Reciprocal Easement Agreement with WMH Enterprises, LLC and TLS Hospitality, LLC
- Proclamations for Week of the Young Child, Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Fair Housing Month
The Show Low City Council approved the completion of the Show Low Lake Campground Power Improvements project, including a change order for extra rock excavation, and approved a reciprocal easement agreement with hotel owners for parking and trail access. Both items passed unanimously.
- Approved consent calendar including proclamations and final plat (6-0)
- Accepted Show Low Lake Campground Power Improvements, approved $3,698.88 change order, total $91,048.88 (6-0)
- Approved reciprocal easement agreement with WMH Enterprises, LLC and TLS Hospitality, LLC (6-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a study session to discuss the draft recommended budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This is a discussion item only, with no formal vote scheduled.
- Discussion of Draft Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
The City Council held a study session to review the draft recommended budget for fiscal year 2025, totaling $125,790,648. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. The budget includes major capital projects such as Scott Ranch Road and the Event/Community Center, and a question was raised about ASRS costs for part-time staff, which staff said they would provide later.
- Reviewed FY2025 draft recommended budget of $125,790,648 (no vote)
- Discussed budget workshops schedule for April and May (no vote)
- Noted $15.3M in specific expenses increasing FY2025 budget over FY2024 (no vote)
- Discussed Scott Ranch Road project at $27.2M grant-funded (no vote)
- Discussed Event/Community Center increase to $13.0M (no vote)
- Noted utility rate CPI adjustments for January and July (no vote)
- Discussed personnel increase of 6.9 FTE and $1.45M (no vote)
- Questioned ASRS cost for part-time Public Information staff; staff to provide later (no vote)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024. This notice is procedural and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of March 26, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024
City Council
The Show Low City Council will consider new short-term rental regulations and permit fees. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the appointment of a new council member following a resignation.
- Public hearing for a restaurant liquor license at 161 East Deuce of Clubs, #11
- Ordinance to amend short-term residential rental registration rules
- Resolution to adopt a short-term rental permit fee
- Acceptance of Councilman Mike Allsop's resignation and discussion of a new appointment
- Approval of final plat for Bison Ridge Twin Homes LLC
The Show Low City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-02, updating short-term rental regulations, and Resolution No. R2024-13, setting an annual permit fee of $150. The council also approved a facility use agreement with Rock-N-Roll, LLC for the Linden Valley Arena, accepted Councilman Mike Allsop's resignation, and approved several other items including a liquor license recommendation and a list of qualified contractors for manhole replacement.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-02 amending short-term rental regulations (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-13 setting $150 annual short-term rental permit fee (6-0)
- Approved Facility Use Agreement with Rock-N-Roll, LLC for rodeo grounds, up to $300,000 (6-0)
- Accepted resignation of Councilman Mike Allsop, effective March 27, 2024 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of liquor license for Persnikkity's Cafe (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including final plat for Bison Ridge Twin Homes LLC (6-0)
- Approved list of qualified contractors for manhole replacement projects (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024. The next regular meeting is set for March 26, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of March 12, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Show Low Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will hold a special meeting to review and potentially approve an accidental disability retirement application from Police Lieutenant Brandon Clark. The board may also appoint a medical board for an independent exam and could enter executive session to discuss the application. Other items include approving the February 2, 2024 meeting minutes and scheduling future meetings.
- Consideration of accidental disability retirement application for Police Lt. Brandon Clark
- Possible appointment of a Medical Board for an Independent Medical Exam
- Motion to recess into Executive Session for discussion of the application
- Review and approval of February 2, 2024 meeting minutes
- Scheduling of future meetings
The Show Low Local Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board held a special meeting on March 8, 2024. The board approved the February 2, 2024 meeting minutes 4-0, then recessed into executive session to discuss Brandon Clark's accidental disability retirement application. After reconvening, the board voted 4-0 to accept the application and appoint a medical board to conduct an independent medical exam. No future meetings were scheduled.
- Approved February 2, 2024 PSPRS Local Board meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recessed into executive session to discuss Brandon Clark's accidental disability retirement application (4-0)
- Accepted Brandon Clark's accidental disability application and appointed a medical board for an independent medical exam (4-0)
- No future meetings scheduled
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding liquor license applications for Buffalo Nickel Brewery and Buffalo Bills Tavern & Museum. The meeting also includes discussions on a feasibility study for a business incubator and a 40-lot subdivision named Entrada.
- Public hearings for liquor licenses at 402 North Clark Road and 400 North Clark Road
- Preliminary plat consideration for Entrada, a 40-lot subdivision
- Award of construction contract for City Campus Restroom (Project No. FM-6224)
- Award of purchase and installation of pool filters
- Renewal of agreement with Arizona Game and Fish Commission for Show Low Creek fishing
The Council recommended approval of three liquor licenses for Buffalo Nickel Brewery and Buffalo Bills Tavern & Museum. They also approved a 40-lot subdivision plat and awarded contracts for pool filters and a public restroom.
- Recommended approval of #3 Microbrewery Liquor License for Buffalo Nickel Brewery (6-0)
- Recommended approval of #6 Bar Liquor License for Buffalo Nickel Brewery (6-0)
- Recommended approval of #12 Restaurant Liquor License for Buffalo Bills Tavern & Museum (6-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Entrada 40-lot subdivision (6-0)
- Awarded $94,479.83 aquatic center sand filter contract to Commercial Pool Repair (6-0)
- Awarded $131,500.00 City Campus restroom construction contract to LD& B LLC (6-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar including Arizona Game and Fish Commission agreement (6-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a study session to discuss the preservation of the Reidhead House, including a condition assessment of the property. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to this discussion item.
- Discussion of Reidhead House preservation
- Reidhead House condition assessment
The City Council held a study session to review options for restoring the Reidhead House. Council members expressed a preference for restoring the home to its 1939-1960 appearance, which is estimated to cost $728,326 in total. Staff were directed to prioritize critical structural repairs first, using the remaining $220,000 in the current budget, while seeking future grants for additional phases.
- Council indicated preference for 1939-1960 restoration period
- Staff directed to prioritize critical structural repairs first
- No formal vote taken; direction given via discussion
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM in City Council Chambers. The body will consider a preliminary plat for the 40-lot Entrada subdivision submitted by Gary Stapley of Dasia Equities & Fidelity Limited. The meeting also includes procedural items such as approving minutes and electing officers.
- Consideration of a Preliminary Plat for Entrada, a 40-lot subdivision at A.P.N. 309-27-014E, 015B, and 999C (submitted by Gary Stapley of Dasia Equities & Fidelity Limited)
- Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023, and February 13, 2024 meetings
- Election of officers
- Call to the public for citizen comments within jurisdiction
- Summary of current events including commission and director updates
The Planning and Zoning Commission elected officers and recommended that the City Council approve a preliminary plat for the 40-lot Entrada subdivision. The commission also approved minutes from three previous meetings held in December 2023 and February 2024.
- Re-elected Chairman Barlow as Chairman (7-0)
- Elected Commissioner Roberts as Vice Chairman (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Entrada 40-lot subdivision preliminary plat (7-0)
- Approved minutes from Dec 12, 2023, and Feb 13, 2024 meetings (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will meet to consider several items, including a body camera contract and budget transfers for police communications renovations. The agenda also includes a grant application for the Scott Ranch Road to Penrod Road project.
- Award of body camera contract to WRAP Technologies
- Scope revision and budget transfers for Show Low Police Communications Facility Renovations
- Grant application for Scott Ranch Road; Show Low Lake Road to Penrod Road project
- Recommendation of Essential Air Service Carrier to U.S. Department of Transportation
- Appointment of Morgan Brown to Show Low Municipal Property Corporation
The City Council selected Contour Airlines as its preferred Essential Air Service provider for a two-year term. Additionally, the Council approved a $115,710.46 contract for new police body cameras and authorized $107,862.12 in additional funding for police communications facility renovations. The meeting also included public safety awards and recognitions.
- Selected Contour Airlines as preferred air service carrier (7-0)
- Approved 5-year body camera contract with WRAP Technologies for $115,710.46 (7-0)
- Approved $107,862.12 in scope revisions for police facility project (7-0)
- Approved consent calendar including grant application for Scott Ranch Road (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a study session to interview three airlines proposing to provide Essential Air Service at Show Low Regional Airport. The council will also receive a presentation on safety procedures from the police department. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and interview session.
- Interviews with Boutique Air, Contour Airlines, and Southern Airways Express for Essential Air Service
- Presentation of Safety Procedures by Police Commander Jeff McNeil
The City Council held a study session to interview Boutique Air, Contour Airlines, and Southern Airways Express regarding proposals for the Show Low Regional Airport. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the session.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two new business items: a conditional use permit for single-family homes in a Neighborhood Commercial zone and a preliminary plat for a 40-lot subdivision. The meeting also includes a call to the public for comments on matters within the commission's jurisdiction.
- Conditional Use Permit 602-04-267 by Boomer Construction Inc. for single-family homes on 40 W. Ellsworth, 280 N. Central Ave., and 300 N. Central Ave. (APNs 210-11-030C, 032, 033)
- Preliminary Plat for Entrada, a 40-lot subdivision by Gary Stapley of Dasia Equities & Fidelity Limited (APNs 309-27-014E, 015B, 999C)
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 602-04-267, allowing Boomer Construction Inc. to build four single-family homes in the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) zone at 40 W. Ellsworth, 280 N. Central Ave., and 300 N. Central Ave. The vote was 7-0, with conditions requiring compliance with R1-10 standards and city engineer approval of drainage improvements. The permit becomes effective in 7 days unless appealed to the City Clerk. A separate preliminary plat for the 40-lot Entrada subdivision was tabled 7-0 because no applicant was present.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 602-04-267 for four single-family homes in C-1 zone at 40 W. Ellsworth, 280 N. Central Ave., and 300 N. Central Ave. (7-0)
- Tabled preliminary plat for Entrada, a 40-lot subdivision, because no applicant was present (7-0)
City Council
The Show Low City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a liquor license, consider several resolutions and ordinances, and award a construction contract. Key items include adopting a workforce housing incentives policy, updating the ShowMobile rental policy, and authorizing the purchase of real property.
- Public hearing for beer and wine store liquor license at Family Dollar #23939, 161 East Deuce of Clubs
- Ordinance No. 2021-07: timeline for removal of manufactured homes at 700 North 4th Avenue
- Resolution No. R2024-08: adopting Workforce Housing Incentives Policy
- Resolution No. R2024-06: rescinding R2013-22 to update ShowMobile Rental Policy
- Award of construction contract for Nikolaus Park East Mills Parking Lot Improvements, Project No. R2324
The City Council adopted a new Workforce Housing Incentives Policy and authorized the purchase of a 2-acre parcel for Public Works expansion. The Council also granted a two-year extension for the removal of manufactured homes at 700 North 4th Avenue and approved a construction contract for Nikolaus Park parking improvements.
- Approved Workforce Housing Incentives Policy (7-0)
- Authorized purchase of Assessor Parcel No. 210-58-009 for $222,000 (7-0)
- Approved 2-year extension for manufactured home removal at 700 North 4th Avenue, deadline March 1, 2026 (7-0)
- Awarded $401,628.90 contract to Western Grade LLC for Nikolaus Park East Mills Parking Lot (7-0)
- Recommended approval of liquor license for Family Dollar at 161 East Deuce of Clubs (7-0)
- Adopted Memorial Bench Donation Program and associated fees (7-0)
- Updated ShowMobile Rental Policy to limit use to events within City limits (7-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar including public transit application and airport lighting budget transfers (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Show Low City Council is holding a study session to discuss workforce housing. This is a discussion item only, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.
- Presentation and discussion regarding workforce housing
The City Council held a study session to review a proposed workforce housing policy. Staff presented potential developer incentives and eligibility requirements, but no formal votes or decisions were made during the session.
Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board
The Show Low Local Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board will hold a special meeting to approve new membership applications for three police officers joining the PSPRS plan. The board will also review an actuarial valuation for the Show Low Police Department’s fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Induct Marshall Worden, Tannen Moreno, and Thomas Thompson into PSPRS Tier 3 effective April 7, 2024
- Review actuarial valuation for PSPRS Show Low Police Department plan year ending June 30, 2025
The Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board approved the induction of three new police officers into the PSPRS Tier 3 system. The board also approved the minutes from the September 14, 2023, meeting and reviewed the actuarial valuation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.
- Approved meeting minutes of September 14, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved induction of officer Marshall Worden into PSPRS effective April 7, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved induction of officer Tannen Moreno into PSPRS effective April 7, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved induction of officer Thomas Thompson into PSPRS effective April 7, 2024 (5-0)
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Show Low Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss plans for the recreation building at the Show Low City Campus. The committee will also review maintenance updates and community services reports from October 2023 through January 2024. Additionally, members will consider the approval of minutes from the October 19, 2023 regular meeting and schedule future meetings.
- Discussion regarding plans for recreation building at Show Low City Campus
- Approval of minutes from October 19, 2023 regular meeting
- Parks and facilities maintenance update for October 2023 - January 2024
- Community services department projects and events update for October 2023 - January 2024
The committee approved the minutes from the October 19, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on various facility projects, including the City Campus Recreation Building and Show Low Lake improvements. No new business was requested.
- Approved October 19, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2023 (likely a typo for 2024). No items were discussed or decided.
- Regular meeting of January 23, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for February 13, 2023 (as stated)
City Council
The Show Low City Council holds a town hall meeting to gather public input on the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, which runs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Citizens may submit suggestions for programs, projects, activities, or events for potential budget inclusion. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.
- Public input session on FY 2024-2025 budget
- Citizen request forms due February 2, 2024
- Forms available at City Hall (180 North 9th Street) and online at www.showlowaz.gov
The Show Low City Council held a town hall-style meeting on January 18, 2024, to gather citizen input on the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025). No citizens attended, and the minutes record no decisions, votes, or approvals. The meeting ran from 6:00 p.m. to 6:05 p.m. Request forms for suggested programs, projects, activities, or events were due February 2, 2024.
City Council
The Show Low City Council will meet to conduct routine business including approving construction contracts for sewer replacement, park detention, and training building windows, as well as a sanitation collection services contract. The council will also consider resolutions for utility easements, a donation of land, and revised dog license fees. Several ceremonial recognitions and presentations are scheduled.
- Award of sewer replacement contract for West Stock to SR-260 (Project No. S-3022)
- Award of construction contract for City Park Regional Detention (Project No. FM-1323)
- Award of contract for Sanitation Collection Services in the City of Show Low
- Consideration of revised Dog License Fees, Animal Control Fees, and Police Administrative Fees (Resolution No. R2024-05)
- Consideration of Resolution No. R2024-02 Approving Intergovernmental Agreement with Phoenix Police Department Accepting Grant Funds
The City Council approved multiple infrastructure projects, including sewer and detention basin construction. The Council also awarded a five-year sanitation contract to Waste Management of Arizona and updated police and animal control fees.
- Awarded West Stock to SR-260 sewer replacement contract to Apache Underground and Excavating for up to $591,350 (6-0)
- Awarded City Park Regional Detention project contract to BW Construction LLC for up to $172,094.60 (6-0)
- Awarded City Campus Training Building windows contract to LD&B, LLC for up to $126,565.12 (6-0)
- Awarded sanitation collection contract to Waste Management of Arizona, Inc. at $20.87 base bid (6-0)
- Approved $8,569.70 for new Council Chambers microphones (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. R2024-05 revising dog license, animal control, and police administrative fees (6-0)
- Authorized filing of blank petition for annexation of A.P. 210-33-040C (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including utility easements and project acceptances (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process. The session also includes a review of recommendations and potential financing for the Event Center.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Process discussion
- Event Center recommendations review
- Event Center potential financing discussion
The Show Low City Council held a study session to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process. Deputy City Manager Justin Johnson presented the budget overview, but the planned presentation on Event Center recommendations and financing was cancelled. Mayor Leech adjourned the meeting after a brief discussion on employee pay adjustments.
- Reviewed FY2025 budget process overview
- Cancelled Event Center recommendations presentation
- Scheduled Budget Town Hall for Jan 18
- Adjourned study session at 6:50 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2023. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of January 9, 2024 cancelled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 23, 2023
Board of Adjustment
The Show Low Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting with a public hearing for a variance application that has been withdrawn by the applicant. The board will also consider approving minutes from a July 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.
- Withdrawn variance application by Michael Homrighausen for 1720 N. Fairway Dr. (APN 309-31-159) seeking relief from minimum side and rear yard setbacks (City Code 19.50.120(F)&(G))
- Approval of minutes from the July 13, 2022 special meeting
The Show Low Board of Adjustment held a special meeting on January 4, 2024. The only substantive action was approving the minutes from the July 13, 2022 special meeting by a 5-0 vote. A variance application for 1720 N. Fairway Dr. was withdrawn by the applicant before discussion.
- Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 special meeting (5-0)
- Variance application for 1720 N. Fairway Dr. withdrawn by applicant