Surprise, Arizona

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a zoning change for a property in District 1. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 18, 2026.

• Public hearing for Case FS25-0001: rezone of 3.11 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to Community Commercial (C-2) at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the April 27, 2026, meeting minutes and consider moving the August 31 meeting to August 24. The agenda includes a training session by the City Attorney’s Office and an overview of department programming and events.

• Approval of April 27, 2026, meeting minutes
• Proposal to move the August 31, 2026, meeting to August 24, 2026
• Training on Open Meeting Law, conflicts of interest, and gifts
• Overview of Parks and Recreation department programming and events

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two major rezoning requests. The first involves rezoning 160 acres from Rural Residential to Residential Medium Density near Deer Valley Road and 231st Avenue. The second, more significant request, seeks to rezone 422 acres from Buena Vista Ranch PAD and Rural Residential to a mix of residential densities, open space, and general industrial. The consent agenda includes approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on rezone of 160 acres from RR to R-2 at southwest corner of Deer Valley Road and 231st Avenue (Case FS25-0750)
• Public hearing on rezone of 422 acres from Buena Vista Ranch PAD and RR to R-1, R-2, R-3, OS-1, and I-2 (Case FS24-1191)
• Approval of May 21, 2026, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the May 21 meeting minutes and recommended approval of two rezones. The first rezone covers 160 acres near Deer Valley Road and 231st Avenue from Rural Residential to Residential Medium Density. The second rezone covers 422 acres from Buena Vista Ranch PAD and Rural Residential to a mix of residential and industrial uses. Both recommendations were passed unanimously with 5 votes in favor and will go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved May 21, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone for Surprise 160 (Case FS25-0750) – 160 acres from RR to R-2, subject to stipulations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone for Buena Vista Ranch (Case FS24-1191) – 422 acres from PAD and RR to mixed R-1, R-2, R-3, OS-1, and I-2, subject to stipulations (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Surprise City Council will vote on setting the FY2027 primary property tax rate at $0.5534 per $100 assessed value and a secondary rate of $0.3880. The meeting also includes public hearings on three new liquor license applications, a continuation of work on a battery energy storage overlay zone, and a presentation on North Surprise traffic interchanges. A consent agenda covers multiple reappointments, intergovernmental agreements, and a street light improvement district formation.

• Primary property tax levy of $0.5534 and secondary $0.3880 per $100 assessed value for FY2027 (Resolution 2026-98)
• Formation of Street Light Improvement District SU-163RDNPINNCLEPK226 near Peak View and 174th Avenue (Resolution 2026-84)
• Non-exclusive right-of-way agreement with Summit Infrastructure Group for fiber optic cable installation (Resolution 2026-79)
• Continuation of work session on proposed ZTA for Battery Energy Storage Systems overlay zone (Case FS23-1041)
• MAG update presentation on North Surprise traffic interchanges

General

The Marley Park CFD Commission will meet to review the June 2, 2026, meeting minutes and conduct a public hearing regarding property taxes. The commission is considering Resolution MPCFD 2026-04 to set an ad valorem tax rate for the district.

• Public hearing for Resolution MPCFD 2026-04 to levy a property tax of $2.7294 per $100.00 of assessed value
• Approval of the June 2, 2026, meeting minutes

Regular City Council Work Session

The Surprise City Council holds a work session to discuss two master plans: the Public Safety Master Plan and the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The meeting also includes a consent agenda and an executive session for personnel, legal, or security matters. No formal votes are expected as this is a discussion session.

• Presentation and discussion of citywide Public Safety Master Plan
• Presentation and discussion of citywide Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Executive session authorized under A.R.S. § 38-431.03 for employment, legal advice, negotiations, or security
• Consent agenda (specific items not listed in the provided agenda text)
• Meeting includes roll call and pledge of allegiance

Tourism Fund Subcommittee

The Tourism Fund Subcommittee is meeting to review funding recommendations for local events. The body will consider recommending that City Council allocate funds for a festival in City Center.

• Recommendation to use a maximum of $30,000 annually from the Tourism Fund for the Desert Fall Festival in City Center for up to 3 years (FY27-29)
• Approval of Tourism Fund Subcommittee Meeting Minutes from January 5, 2026

Library Commission

The Surprise Library Advisory Commission will discuss and vote on naming programmable rooms at Surprise Regional Library and Asante Library. They will also hear presentations on the Public Library Association 2026 Conference and the Advocacy for Libraries organization, and approve the FY2027 meeting calendar and past meeting minutes.

• Approval of naming programmable rooms at Surprise Regional Library and Asante Library
• Presentation and discussion on the Public Library Association 2026 Conference
• Presentation and discussion on the Advocacy for Libraries organization
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2027 Library Advisory Commission meeting calendar
• Approval of May 14, 2026 meeting minutes

The Library Advisory Commission approved the meeting calendar for Fiscal Year 2027 and selected names for three programmable rooms at the Asante and Surprise Regional libraries. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 14, 2026 meeting.

• Approved May 14, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY2027 Library Advisory Commission meeting calendar (4-0)
• Named Asante Programming Room 'Imaginarium' (4-0)
• Named Surprise Regional Conference Room 'The Roadrunner Room' (4-0)
• Named Surprise Regional programming room 'Coyote Room' (4-0)

Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting

The subcommittee will review and act on the June 4 and June 5, 2026, meeting minutes. The body will also consider funding recommendations for the FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program Grant.

• Approval of June 4, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approval of June 5, 2026, meeting minutes
• Funding recommendations for the FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program Grant

Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the May 8, 2026 meeting minutes and hear a presentation regarding the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona. Members will also discuss timelines for the 2026 Surprise Community Legend Awards and the selection process for the 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal.

• Review of May 8, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona
• Discussion of 2026 Surprise Community Legend Awards application and timeline
• Discussion of 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal selection process

The Commission approved the Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission and the NSP3 Substantial Amendment. It also approved the application and timeline for the 2026 Community Legend Awards. The selection process for the 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal was carried forward to August.

• Approved Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan and subrecipient projects (5-0)
• Approved NSP3 Substantial Amendment (5-0)
• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Community Legend Awards application and timeline (6-0)
• Carried 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal voting forward to August (6-0)

Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting

The Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants will present and discuss applicants for the FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program grants, then consider and take action on funding recommendations to forward to the Mayor and City Council. The meeting includes public call-to-the-participation.

• Presentation and discussion on FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program grant applicants
• Consideration and action on funding recommendations for FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program grants to the Mayor and City Council

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026, was canceled. The agenda had included a public hearing regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems.

• Proposed Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to Land Development Ordinances related to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Case#FS23-1041
• Approval of May 21, 2026, meeting minutes

Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting

The council subcommittee will consider three items: approving the minutes from a February 2026 meeting, and approving both the timeline and the application for the Neighborhood Grant Program for fiscal year 2027. The public may comment on items within the city's jurisdiction.

• Approval of minutes from the February 17, 2026 subcommittee meeting
• Approval of the Neighborhood Grant Program timeline for FY27
• Approval of the Neighborhood Grant Program application for FY27

Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission

The Commission will review the initial project description for artwork at the new Police Substation. Members will also discuss FY27 Arts and Culture Grants Panel recommendations and musician roster recommendations.

• Artwork project description for the new Police Substation
• FY27 Arts and Culture Grants Panel Recommendations
• Surprise Arts pre-qualified musician roster recommendations
• Review of May 6, 2026, meeting minutes

The Surprise Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission formally approved the May 6, 2026 meeting minutes. The commission also discussed the police substation artwork project, reviewed FY27 Arts and Culture grant panel recommendations, and reviewed the musician roster panel recommendations. No formal votes were taken on those items; commissioners expressed agreement with the panel recommendations. The meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved May 6, 2026, Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission meeting minutes (3-0)

City Audit Committee

The Surprise City Audit Committee will consider approval of March 2026 meeting minutes, elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, and receive presentations on the Police Payroll Audit Report and a Contract Audit Report for Tecta America Arizona LLC. The committee will also discuss and possibly act on the FY2026-2027 Annual Audit Plan. No dollar amounts or specific findings are provided in the agenda.

• Consideration and action to approve March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Election of Audit Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Police Payroll Audit Report
• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Contract Audit Report - Tecta America Arizona LLC
• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on FY2026-2027 Annual Audit Plan

The Audit Committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes, elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair, and unanimously voted to approve and distribute the Police Payroll Audit Report, the Contract Audit Report for Tecta America Arizona LLC, and the FY2026-2027 Annual Audit Plan with a requested swap of audit priorities.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Gloria Dailey as Chair and Connie Bowers as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Approved and distributed Police Payroll Audit Report (4-0)
• Approved and distributed Contract Audit Report – Tecta America Arizona LLC (4-0)
• Approved and distributed FY2026-2027 Annual Audit Plan with Cash Handling Audit moved to planned audits, Park Safety Management moved to contingent audits (4-0)

Health Benefits Trust Fund Board

The Board will review the City's health benefits plan and financial reports for the third quarter of FY2026. This includes a report from CBIZ Consulting and unaudited reports for the Employee Healthcare Self Insurance and Workers' Compensation Funds.

• Approval of March 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Overview of the City's health benefits plan
• CBIZ Consulting FY2026 3rd Quarter Report
• Unaudited Employee Healthcare Self Insurance Fund FY2026 3rd Quarter Financial Report
• Unaudited Workers' Compensation Fund FY2026 3rd Quarter Financial Report

Regular City Council Meeting

The Surprise City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including a transit services agreement, a wireless provider license, and a street lighting district enlargement. A public hearing will consider a new Series 10 liquor license for Circle K at 17050 W Cactus Rd. Regular agenda items include a $84,690 agreement with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, a development agreement amendment with Nobella Surprise Owner LP, and authorization to acquire property along Jomax Road between 155th and 160th Avenues by various means including eminent domain. The council will also recess into executive session to interview finalist candidates for City Auditor.

• Resolution 2026-68: Intergovernmental Agreement with Regional Public Transit Authority for FY2027 transit services
• Resolution 2026-83: Wireless Provider Master License with Crown Castle Fiber LLC for wireless support structures in right-of-way
• Public hearing for new Series 10 liquor license application by Maria Danielle Burgess for Circle K #9287 at 17050 W Cactus Rd
• Resolution 2026-86: Approval of $84,690 agreement with Greater Phoenix Economic Council for FY2027
• Resolution 2026-32: Authorizing acquisition of property along Jomax Road between 155th and 160th Avenues, including via eminent domain

The City Council approved several consent items including a wireless provider license and transit services. The council also authorized property acquisitions along Jomax Road and awarded youth scholarships.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Adopted amendment to Land Use Assumptions and Infrastructure Improvements Plan (7-0)
• Approved FY 2027 Transit Services agreement with Regional Public Transit Authority (7-0)
• Approved enlargement of Commerce Park East #109 street lighting district (7-0)
• Approved Wireless Provider Master License for Crown Castle Fiber LLC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 10 Liquor License for Circle K Store #9287 (7-0)
• Awarded Education Subcommittee Youth Scholarship Program to 9 students (7-0)
• Approved $84,690 FY 2027 agreement with Greater Phoenix Economic Council (7-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to set primary property tax at $0.5534 per $100 and secondary at $0.3880 per $100, adopt the Street Light Improvement District tax levies, and approve the final budget for Fiscal Year 2027. An executive session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters. The property tax adoption vote is set for June 16, 2026.

• Resolution 2026-88: intent to levy primary property tax at $0.5534 and secondary at $0.3880 per $100 assessed valuation
• Resolution 2026-89: intent to adopt Street Light Improvement District (SLID) property tax levies
• Resolution 2026-87: adoption of City of Surprise final budget for Fiscal Year 2027
• Public hearings on all three resolutions before council action
• Executive session for discussion of personnel, legal advice, and real property negotiations

The Surprise City Council unanimously approved three major fiscal items at its special meeting: setting primary and secondary property tax rates, adopting Street Light Improvement District levies, and adopting the final Fiscal Year 2027 budget. All votes were 7-0. The budget and tax rates will be formally adopted on June 16, 2026.

• Approved primary property tax rate of $0.5534 per $100 and secondary rate of $0.3880 per $100 for FY2027 (unanimous)
• Adopted Street Light Improvement District property tax levies pursuant to ARS 48-616 (unanimous)
• Adopted City of Surprise final FY2027 budget via Resolution 2026-87 (unanimous)

General

The Marley Park Community Facilities District Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to levy secondary property taxes on June 16, 2026. The commission will also vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 expenditure limitation budget. The consent agenda includes approval of the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Resolution MPCFD 2026-3 to levy secondary property taxes on June 16, 2026
• Adoption of FY2027 final expenditure limitation budget (Resolution MPCFD 2026-2)
• Approval of May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (consent agenda)

The Marley Park CFD Commission approved the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes. The Board also approved the intent to levy secondary property taxes on June 16, 2026, and adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 final expenditure limitation budget.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved intent to levy secondary property taxes on June 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2027 final expenditure limitation budget (unanimous)

Regular City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discussion on a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to create a new Battery overlay zone for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the Surprise Land Development Ordinance. No other substantive items are on the agenda. The meeting also includes a city manager report and an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) Case FS23-1041 to establish a Battery overlay zone for Battery Energy Storage Systems.

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed Zoning Text Amendment establishing a Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) overlay, but took no formal vote. The item was continued to a future meeting due to lack of direction. The only vote taken was unanimous adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee

The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will consider approving the April 6, 2026 meeting minutes and then conduct interviews and review applications for appointment or reappointment to several city boards and commissions. Positions include the Audit Committee (2 seats, 2-year terms), Board of Trustees (2 seats, 4-year terms), Judicial Selection Advisory Commission (2 seats, 4-year terms), Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2 seats, 4-year terms), and Public Safety Retirement Police & Fire (1 seat, 4-year term). All terms expire June 30, 2028 or 2030. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Approval of April 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Interviews and application review for Audit Committee (2) 2-year terms ending June 30, 2028
• Interviews and application review for Board of Trustees (2) 4-year terms ending June 30, 2030
• Interviews and application review for Judicial Selection Advisory Commission (2) and Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2) both 4-year terms ending June 30, 2030
• Interviews and application review for Public Safety Retirement Police & Fire (1) 4-year term ending June 30, 2030

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a Brake Masters facility at 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard. They will also discuss a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to create a new Battery overlay zone for Battery Energy Storage Systems. Consent agenda includes approval of the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for Brake Masters (vehicle service: minor repair) at southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard
• Presentation and discussion of Zoning Text Amendment to establish Battery (B) overlay zone for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Approval of May 7, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes

The commission approved a conditional use permit for a Brake Masters minor repair facility at 163rd Ave and Pat Tillman Blvd (7-0). They also discussed a proposed zoning text amendment for Battery Energy Storage Systems and directed staff to consider a 100-foot setback from dwellings instead of the proposed 1,500 feet. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Brake Masters vehicle service facility (7-0)
• Gave consensus direction to staff to consider 100-foot setback for BESS overlay zone
• Approved May 7, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including funds for sports and tourism. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a land annexation and a rezoning request in District 1.

• Budget amendment of $75,000 for NCAA Division II championships
• Budget amendment of $600,000 for College Baseball and Big 12 Championship payouts
• Grant renewal of $250,000 for Early Childhood Programming
• Public hearing for the Desert Trails Annexation of approximately 10 acres
• Public hearing for a rezoning of 10.7 acres at 163rd Avenue and Dynamite Boulevard

Regular City Council Work Session

The Surprise City Council holds a work session featuring a public hearing and discussion on a Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to create a new Desert Rural (DR) residential zoning district. The amendment would also make related changes to the Land Development Ordinances and Municipal Code. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and discussion on Zoning Text Amendment FS25-0039 to establish a Desert Rural (DR) residential zoning district and amend the Land Development Ordinances and Municipal Code.

Library Commission

The Library Advisory Commission will review meeting minutes from April 9, 2026. The body will receive a presentation on the Public Library Association 2026 Conference and discuss the historical context of library policies and intellectual freedom.

• Action on April 9, 2026, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Public Library Association 2026 Conference attendance
• Discussion on intellectual freedom and accessibility of library materials

The Library Advisory Commission voted unanimously to approve the April 9, 2026 meeting minutes. The commission also received staff reports on summer reading program enrollment, new Library of Things items, and a library card design contest. Presentations were given on the Public Library Association Conference and the historical context of library policies and intellectual freedom.

• Approved April 9, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-0)

Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes for consideration and action. Members will also hear a presentation regarding Not My Kid and discuss details and results from Vet Fest 2026.

• Review of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion of Not My Kid
• Discussion of Vet Fest 2026 details and results

The commission unanimously approved the April 8 meeting minutes. They discussed results of Vet Fest 2026 and received a presentation from Not My Kid. Two HUD-related items were approved: the Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan and the NSP3 Substantial Amendment, each passing with 5 yes votes and 4 absences.

• Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission (5 yes, 4 absences)
• Approved NSP3 Substantial Amendment (5 yes, 4 absences)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a Conditional Use Permit for a Chipotle restaurant with a drive-through, a similar permit for a Farmer Boys restaurant, and a rezone of 10.7 acres from Rural Residential to Community Commercial at 163rd Avenue and Dynamite Boulevard. Additionally, the commission will discuss a Zoning Text Amendment to create a new Desert Rural residential zoning district. Consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit for Chipotle with drive-through at southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard (Case FS25-0682)
• Conditional Use Permit for Farmer Boys restaurant with drive-through at same location (Case FS25-0457)
• Rezone of approximately 10.7 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to Community Commercial (C-2) at southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Dynamite Boulevard (Case FS24-1442)
• Presentation and discussion on Zoning Text Amendment to establish Desert Rural (DR) residential zoning district (Case FS25-0039)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval of a rezone from Rural Residential to Community Commercial for a 10.7-acre site at 163rd Avenue and Dynamite Boulevard for Pure Heart Church. It also unanimously approved two conditional use permits for Chipotle and Farmer Boys restaurants with drive-through facilities on the southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard. The Commission discussed but took no action on a proposed Desert Rural zoning district.

• Approved rezone of 10.7 acres from RR to C-2 for Pure Heart Church (6-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Chipotle restaurant with drive-through (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Farmer Boys restaurant with drive-through (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 23, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission

The Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission will consider approving the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes. They will receive presentations and discuss new artwork at the Surprise Regional Library and the FY26 Traffic Cabinet Artwork panel review. No public hearings or major financial decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-based.

• Approval of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion on new artwork at Surprise Regional Library
• Presentation and discussion on FY26 Traffic Cabinet Artwork panel review

The Commission agreed with the selection of seven visual artists and two student artists for the 163rd Ave Traffic Cabinet project. Members also approved the artwork drafts for the Surprise Regional Library mural.

• Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved artwork drafts for Surprise Regional Library mural
• Approved selection of 7 artists and 2 student artists for 163rd Ave Traffic Cabinet project

Regular City Council Meeting

The Surprise City Council will consider adopting the tentative expenditure limitation budget for FY2027, directing publication and scheduling a public hearing for June 2, 2026. Other items include a public hearing on a new liquor license for Graze Craze, assignment of development agreements to Waymo LLC, acceptance of a $6,000 grant for police overtime, and discussion of a letter to the Department of Homeland Security.

• Adoption of tentative FY2027 budget (Resolution 2026-65) and setting a public hearing for June 2, 2026
• Public hearing on Series 10 liquor license for Graze Craze at 15278 W Bell Road #102
• Assignment of pre-annexation and development agreements from Route 14 Investment Partners LLC to Waymo LLC (Districts 1)
• Acceptance of $6,000 grant from Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for police overtime (Resolution 2026-58)
• Creation of Desert Oasis Par 14B 102 lighting improvement district (Resolution 2026-27) and enlargement of SU-COMRCEPRKWEST196 lighting district

General

The Marley Park Community Facilities District Board will consider adopting the tentative expenditure limitation budget for FY2027 (Resolution MPCFD #2026-01) and setting a public hearing on June 2, 2026. The board will also vote to approve the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting includes a consent agenda and call to the public.

• Adoption of tentative FY2027 expenditure limitation budget for Marley Park CFD (Resolution MPCFD #2026-01)
• Setting a public hearing on June 2, 2026 at 5:30 PM in Surprise Council Chambers for the budget
• Approval of June 17, 2025 Marley Park CFD Commission meeting minutes

Regular City Council Work Session

The Surprise City Council will hold a work session to discuss a zoning text amendment creating a new Desert Rural residential district and to review the citywide Transportation Master Plan update. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and presentation only. A possible executive session on personnel, legal, or real estate matters is listed.

• Presentation and discussion on Zoning Text Amendment FS25-0039 to establish a Desert Rural (DR) zoning district
• Citywide Transportation Master Plan Update presentation
• Potential executive session for legal advice or negotiations

General

The City Council will convene to review the minutes from a previous Public Safety Retirement Commission meeting and discuss the expiration of a commission member's term. The session includes a public comment period and a potential executive session for legal consultation.

• Review and approval of October 22, 2025 Public Safety Retirement Commission minutes
• Kim Drayden's term as Chairperson of the PSPRS Retirement Commission Boards expires June 30, 2026
• Discussion on the broadcast of PSPRS Board Meetings
• Public comment period on City Council jurisdiction items
• Potential executive session for legal advice

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Police

The Public Safety Retirement Commission - Police will consider the acceptance of five police recruits into the PSPRS system. The body will also discuss a retiree's return to work and the process for reviewing medical examinations.

• Possible action to accept recruits Mason Palecek, Kayla Adams, Courtney Larson, Lauren Lay, and Riley Manley into the PSPRS system
• Discussion and possible action regarding retiree Ryan Manley returning as a Civilian Investigator
• Possible action to enter Executive Session to review the medical examination process for PSPRS acceptance
• Review and approval of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Fire

The Public Safety Retirement Commission – Fire will consider approving minutes from its February 11, 2026 meeting and possibly accept 20 firefighter recruits into the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System after reviewing medical exams. The commission also plans to discuss entering executive session to review medical records regarding a disability retirement application for Firefighter Matthew S. Morris.

• Approval of February 11, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of February 11, 2026 executive session minutes
• Acceptance of 20 firefighter recruits (hired Jan 5 and Feb 2, 2026) into PSPRS after medical exam review
• Discussion and possible action to enter executive session for independent medical exam findings on Firefighter Matthew S. Morris's disability retirement application

The Public Safety Retirement Commission approved the entry of 19 firefighter recruits into the PSPRS system. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and authorized an executive session to review medical records for a disability application.

• Approved February 11, 2026, regular meeting minutes
• Approved February 11, 2026, executive meeting minutes
• Approved entry of 19 firefighter recruits into the PSPRS system
• Approved entry into executive session to review medical records for Matthew S. Morris

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will consider approving minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting and receive a presentation and discussion on the Citywide Parks & Recreation Master Plan. No public hearings or voting items are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
• Presentation and discussion on the City of Surprise Parks & Recreation Master Plan

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on a Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to establish a new residential zoning district, Desert Rural (DR), within the Surprise Land Development Ordinances. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment FS25-0039 to create Desert Rural (DR) residential district
• Approval of April 2, 2026 regular meeting minutes

The Commission held a presentation and discussion regarding a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to establish the Desert Rural (DR) residential zoning district. The session included a public hearing where residents expressed views on rural area changes and battery energy storage systems.

• Approved April 2, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0, one abstention)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Surprise City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating 116,140 square feet of right-of-way along Jomax Road west of 173rd Avenue (Resolution 2026-43). Other items include a code amendment allowing two or more council members to place agenda items with 24 hours notice (Ordinance 2026-05), approval of a Fire Apparatus IGA with multiple fire districts (Resolution 2026-42), a budget amendment for Community Action Program services ($27,300), and a staff update on the proposed DHS facility. The consent agenda includes appointments to the Parks & Recreation and Arts & Cultural Advisory Commissions, minutes approval, and police department budget adjustments for sponsorships.

• Public hearing to vacate 116,140 sq ft of right-of-way on Jomax Road west of 173rd Avenue (Resolution 2026-43)
• Amend City Code to allow two council members to place agenda items with 24-hour notice (Ordinance 2026-05)
• Approve IGA for fire apparatus use with multiple fire districts (Resolution 2026-42)
• FY2026 budget amendment of $27,300 for Community Action Program services (Resolution 2026-44)
• Staff update on proposed DHS facility

Library Commission

The Surprise Library Commission will review the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes and discuss the Asante Library's performance and future direction. The body will also review public library databases.

• Review of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Asante Library performance
• Discussion on Surprise Public Library databases

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting. The session included staff reports on library statistics and presentations regarding the Asante Library's performance and available library databases.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission

The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will consider approving meeting minutes from March 11, 2026, and discuss final planning details for Vet Fest 2026. No public hearings or significant financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of March 11, 2026, meeting minutes
• Discussion of final planning for Vet Fest 2026

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from March 11, 2026. Members discussed final planning details for Vet Fest 2026. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for public safety and water utility enhancements. The meeting also includes public hearings for liquor licenses and multiple property rezoning requests in District 1.

• Budget amendment to move $7,000,000 from General Contingency to Police ($3,100,000) and Fire-Medical ($3,900,000) General Funds
• Rezone of approximately 264.9 acres south of Deer Valley Road between 223rd Avenue and 231st Avenue
• Rezone of approximately 120 acres at the northeast corner of Deer Valley Road and 227th Avenue
• Budget amendment of $405,000 from Contingency to Project P71530, Circle City Enhancements
• Liquor license recommendations for First Watch (23350 N 163rd Ave), Circle K (16256 W Jomax Rd), and Turquoise Wine Bar (14462 W Elm Street)

The Council approved the rezoning of approximately 385 acres for residential and commercial use. They also authorized several budget amendments and approved four liquor license recommendations. A presentation was held regarding the Grand Avenue Corridor Study.

• Approved $405,000 budget move to Circle City Enhancements (7-0)
• Approved creation of Desert Oasis Parcel 14B #102 Street Lighting Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for First Watch #1172 (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Circle K Store #9626 (7-0)
• Approved liquor licenses (Series 07 and 10) for Turquoise Wine Bar (7-0)
• Approved rezone of 264.9 acres to R-1, R-2, and OS-1 south of Deer Valley Road (7-0)
• Approved rezone of 120 acres to R-1 and C-2 at Deer Valley Road and 227th Avenue (7-0)
• Approved $500,000 budget move to Parks & Recreation Asset Replacement Fund (7-0)

Regular City Council Work Session

The Surprise City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2027 budget and internal audit reports. The meeting will also include a presentation on water resources. The council may enter an executive session for legal advice.

• Presentation on FY2027 Budget
• Presentation on internal audit reports
• Presentation on water resources
• Executive Session for legal advice

The Surprise City Council held a work session on April 7, 2026, featuring presentations on internal audit reports and an update on the city's water resources. No substantive votes were taken; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee

The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will consider approving the minutes from its January 15 meeting. It will then conduct interviews and review applications to fill one vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission (term through June 2027) and one vacancy on the Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission (term through June 2029). No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2026 meeting
• Conduct interviews for Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission vacancy (term expiring June 30, 2027)
• Conduct interviews for Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission vacancy (term expiring June 30, 2029)
• Review applications for both advisory commission vacancies