Springerville, Arizona

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AND SPECIAL MEETING Minutes Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 AMENDED JULY 13, 2026 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Kevin Plympton led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Mayor Davis offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: None 4. COUNCIL, MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS: Minutes: Robert Pena, Public Works Director, addressed the Mayor and Council. He reported 5. approximately half a dozen water main breaks in recent weeks, attributed to dry ground movement. Tank levels have remained stable. SCADA system fine-tuning is ongoing. Staff indicated a new well will be proposed in the coming year. Regarding the airport, the July 4th fireworks we …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Tony Contreras led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Robert Pena offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: None 4. COUNCIL, MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS: Minutes: Robert Pena, Public Works Director /Airport Manager, addressed the Mayor and Council. He reported that a portion of the airport was converted into a helibase for the Bear Fire, accommodating up to 8 helicopters and extended dispatch. The Round Valley Animal Rescue Airport Expo on June 6th was well-received. Public Works has been active in crack sealing, road repairs, bridge maintenance, drainage work, and 4th of July preparations. Lighting at the Little League field was repaired in advance of an upcoming tournament. He noted that residents with questions about water quality or road conditions are welcome to contact Public Works directly. Jacob Doyle, Chief of Police, addressed the Mayor and Council. He reported that an animal control candidate has been selected and should be starting soon, and 25 applications have been received for the office administrative assistant position. …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Steve West led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Vice Mayor Doug Henderson offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: Betty Lester addressed the Mayor and Council. She asked for clarification regarding recurring charges on monthly water bills, stating that the charges appeared confusing and, in some cases, duplicative. Staff defended the finance department by explaining that certain charges were separated for accounting and regulatory purposes, and items appeared twice because separate amounts were assessed for water and sewer operations. Douglas Wilson addresse …

TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION Minutes Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. 1. FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET WORK SESSION: Minutes: Finance Director Heidi Wink presented the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, reviewing budget schedules, capital projects, and reserve usage. The Town's cost-sharing agreement with the Town of Eagar remains unchanged at a 54/46 split. A prior-year variance in General Government expenditures was due to a lawsuit settlement being reclassified from an expenditure to a liability. The proposed budget includes approximately $500,000 in General Fund reserve spending to fund capital projects. Staff cautioned that continued reserve use will slow efforts to rebuild reserves following the nearly $4 million lawsuit payout. General Fund projects include two police vehicles (if grant funding is not awarded), server replacements, Town Hall exterior restoration, HVAC upgrades, and park improvements. HURF Grants: Continued work on the bridge, Industrial Park, Hawk Signal/Crosswalk, and Maricopa Street SMART Grant projects. All grants remain on track. Airport: Taxi lane construction/design and security gate repairs. Water: Purchase of a vac trailer and completion of started projects. Wastewater: West Lift Station upgrades and phased completion of the Northwest Sewer Project, with later phases deferred to preserve reserves. Department Highlights A 3% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is included …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. TOWN COUNCIL MEETING: 6:00 P.M. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Officer Ryan led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Steve West offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: Steve West addressed the council regarding the proposed intergovernmental agreement with Eagar for shared services. West raised several concerns about the agreement's language, particularly regarding the shared services committee composition, which he noted was not clearly defined in the document. He expressed concerns about the disciplinary procedures outlined in paragraph 6, arguing that requiring both town managers' approv …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. AGENDA AMENDED 3/17/2026 AT 4:30 P.M. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Kim Merrill led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Chief Jacob Doyle offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: Sheri Cox, owner of Springerville RV Park with her husband Ames, addressed the council regarding Resolution 2026-R006 for abandonment of easement. Cox explained that their property has infrastructure, including water, sewer, and electric lines four feet below ground that cross over the 50-foot west strip in question. She requested that the town leave the easement in place rather than abandon it, noting that when t …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chief Doyle led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Kay Dyson offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor; Kay Dyson, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. OATH OF OFFICE: Minutes: Town Clerk Miller administered the public oath of office to Councilmember Kay Dyson. 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: Terry Shove addressed the Mayor and Council. She updated the council on recent school activities. There is a lot of sickness going through the school for staff and students, spring break is in two weeks, and the high school girls basketball team is playing a regional playoff game this evening at 7:00 p.m. Richie Davis addressed the Mayor and Cou …

TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Minutes Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm Springerville Town Council Chambers - 418 E. Main St. Springerville, AZ 85938 Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Springerville Town Council and to the general public that the Council will hold a meeting open to the public at the Springerville Town Hall, 418 East Main Street, Springerville, Arizona. The Town Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-431.03 (A)(1)(3)(4) and (7) for legal consultation on any of the following agenda items. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Minutes: Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Steve West led the pledge of allegiance. 1. INVOCATION: Minutes: Councilor R. Barry Williams offered the invocation. 2. ROLL CALL: Minutes: Present: Richard Davis, Mayor; Douglas Henderson, Vice Mayor; R. Barry Williams, Councilor A quorum is present. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Minutes: Terry Shove addressed the Mayor and Council. She discussed a meeting held by Tucson Electric Power regarding the conversion of the power plant from coal to natural gas in some units. They must do this by the end of 2029. She urged the community to express support. Lastly, she explained that natural gas will use less water than coal. Leiha Castillo addressed the Mayor and Council. She expressed her displeasure that a Councilor was removed from office and feels he …