Surprise, AZ
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SurpriseAZ averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $419,342 -2% yr/yr · +7.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$248.5M (FY2023)
Total spending$311.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$112.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$45.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,085 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20253,355 housing units ($1.18B)
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to weigh carwash, gas station, and rezoning requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests, including a carwash, a fueling station, a sign program amendment, and a rezoning for a business park. They will also consider approving minutes from two prior meetings. The agenda includes standard procedural items and an executive session.
- Conditional Use Permit for Clean Freak carwash at SE corner of Cactus Rd and Sarival Ave (case FS24-1579)
- Conditional Use Permit for Circle K fueling station at SE corner of Cactus Rd and Sarival Ave (case FS24-1580)
- Comprehensive Sign Program Amendment for Asante Trails at SW corner of 163rd Ave and Pat Tillman Blvd (case FS25-1042)
- Minor General Plan Amendment for Happy Valley Biz-Tech Park (7.52 acres) near SW corner of Happy Valley Rd and 157th Ave (case FS25-1081)
- Rezone of Happy Valley Biz-Tech Park (7.52 acres) from Rural Residential to Regional Commercial with PUD overlay (case FS25-1081)
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16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A.
Call To Order
B.
Roll Call
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Current Events and Reports
E.
Staff Reports
F.
Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Commissioner
requests such. The requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
1.
Internal
Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
July 16, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes.
Community
Development
2.
Internal
Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
August 6, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
3.
District 3
Consideration and action regarding a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) with Site Plan for a Clean Freak carwash
on a site generally located at the southeast corner of
Cactus Road and Sarival Avenue, zoned Greer Ranch
Planned Area Development (PAD), case FS24-1579.
Jani Wertin
Community
Development
4.
District 3
Consideration and action regarding a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) with Site Plan for a Circle K vehicle fueling
station located at the south …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission to pick chair, review summer reading program
The Surprise Library Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, select a Chair and Vice-Chair, and hear staff reports on the American Library Association 2026 Annual Conference and the 2026 Summer Reading Program. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no public hearings or major financial decisions.
- Approval of June 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- Selection of Library Advisory Commission Chair
- Selection of Library Advisory Commission Vice-Chair
- Staff report on American Library Association 2026 Annual Conference attendance
- Discussion of 2026 Summer Reading Program: 'Unearth a Story'
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16089 N Bullard Ave, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Library Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Surprise Regional Library
A.
Call To Order
B.
Roll Call
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Staff Reports
E.
Library Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the board. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a board member requests such. The
requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its
normal sequence on the agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1.
Citywide
Consideration and action pertaining to the June 11, 2026
Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2.
Citywide
Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the
Library Advisory Commission Chair.
Library
3.
Citywide
Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the
Library Advisory Commission Vice-Chair.
Library
4.
Citywide
Presentation and discussion of staff attendance at the
American Library Association 2026 Annual Conference.
Library
5.
Citywide
Presentation and discussion on the 2026 Summer
Reading Program: "Unearth a Story".
Library
F.
Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the board, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment F …
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
Surprise commission to pick chair, vice-chair, plan Veterans Day parade
The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will select its chair and vice-chair, approve June meeting minutes, and discuss Project 24 Seven and Community Legend Awards. It will also choose the 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Selection of Commission Chair
- Selection of Commission Vice-Chair
- Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Project 24 Seven
- Selection of 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal
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✓ Decided: Commission re-elects Tree as chair, Kent-Partridge as vice-chair
The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission re-elected Michael Tree as chair and Julie Kent-Partridge as vice-chair, both by unanimous votes. The commission also approved the June 10 meeting minutes, selected Community Legend Award recipients, and named Rick Kreiberg as the 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal. All votes were unanimous with 7 yes votes.
- Re-elected Michael Tree as Commission Chair (7-0)
- Re-elected Julie Kent-Partridge as Commission Vice-Chair (7-0)
- Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Community Legend Awards: Hadley Gray (Youth), Veterans Affinity (Organization), Louis O'Brien (Volunteer), Debbie Lee (Individual) (7-0)
- Approved Rick Kreiberg as 2026 Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshal (7-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Veterans Disability and Human Services Commission Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A.
Call To Order
B.
Roll Call
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Current Events and Reports
E.
Staff Reports
F.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the City Council. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests such. The requested
item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence
on the agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1.
Citywide
Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of
the Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission
Chair.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2.
Citywide
Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of
the Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission
Vice-Chair.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3.
Citywide
Consideration and action pertaining to the June 10, 2026
Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission
meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
4.
Citywide
Presentation and discussion pertaining to Project 24
Seven.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
5.
Citywide
Discussion and action pertaining to the Community
Legend Awards.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality …
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CITY OF SURPRISE
VETERANS, DISABILITY, AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
August 12 | 6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Chair Tree called the Veterans, Disability, and Human Services Commission meeting to order
at 6:00 p.m. at Surprise City Hall, 16000 North Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374,
on August 12, 2026.
ROLL CALL
In attendance were Chair Michael Tree, Vice-Chair Julie Kent-Partridge,
Commissioners John Billcheck, Olivia Fryer, Charles Manuel, Dr. Gwen Maxfield,
and Allison Wisniewski.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
STAFF PRESENT:
Human Services and Community Vitality Director, Seth Dyson, Community Initiatives
Supervisor, Kara Poling, and Administrative Specialist, Victoria Simmons.
CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
Chair Tree reported on the following:
• The City of Surprise is expanding its partnership with West Valley Community
Center to offer one of the Valley’s most affordable before- and after-school
programs for local families. The program provides transportation to and from the
following locations: Surprise Elementary School, West Point Elementary School,
and Thompson Ranch Elementary School. Families can also apply for full and
partial scholarships to help keep before- and after-school care affordable. For rates,
scholarship information and enrollment, contact West Valley Community Center at
623.583.0016 or email [email protected].
• To encourag …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider zoning amendment for battery energy storage systems
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to the Land Development Ordinances. This amendment specifically relates to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment Case # FS23-1041 regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Approval of July 16, 2026, meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Commission recommends BESS zoning text amendment with 100-foot setback
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a zoning text amendment for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to the Mayor and City Council, including a 100-foot separation distance. The commission also tabled approval of the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes until the next meeting due to absent members.
- Recommended approval of BESS zoning text amendment (Case FS23-1041) with 100-foot separation distance (5-0)
- Tabled approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes until next meeting (4-0, one abstention)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, August 6, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Commissioner
requests such. The requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
July 16, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to a proposed
Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to the Surprise Land
Development Ordinances (LDO) related to Battery
Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Case # FS23-1041
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the Commission, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at
the entrance, and turn it in to the Secretary before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form, it must be
received at least one hour before …
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Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes – August 6, 2026
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CITY OF SURPRISE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
August 6, 2026 / 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
CALL TO ORDER.
Chair Chapman called the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at Surprise
City Hall, 16000 North Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374, on August 6, 2026.
A. ROLL CALL
In attendance were Commissioner Kevin Perry, Commissioner Jared Holland, Chair Ken
Chapman, Commissioner Lisa Everett, and Commissioner Dennis Bash. Vice Chair Anthony
Spata and Commissioner Jay Leonard had excused absences.
B. STAFF PRESENT:
Bianca Cortez, Assistant City Attorney; Lloyd Abrams, Assistant City Manager and Director of
Community Development; Trever Fleetham, Interim Assistant Director of Community
Development; Chris Sexton, Senior Planner; Steven Faraclas, Fire Marshal; and Sara
Camarillo, Administrative Specialist, Sr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
•
None
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
•
None
E. STAFF REPORT
•
None
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item 1 - Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the July 16, 2026, Planning and
Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes.
Chair Chapman moved to consider a motion to table the minutes until the next meeting due to
absentees.
Commissioner Holland made a motion to table consideration of the July 16, 2026, Planning and Zoning
C …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission to select leadership and review muralist roster
The Commission will select a Chair and Vice-Chair and approve minutes from the June 3, 2026 meeting. Members will also discuss policies for removing City-owned artwork and review the FY26 Pre-Qualified Muralist Roster.
- Selection of Commission Chair
- Selection of Commission Vice-Chair
- Discussion of policies and procedures for deaccessioning City-owned artwork
- Review of FY26 Pre-Qualified Muralist Roster panel and additions
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✓ Decided: Surprise arts commission elects new chair and vice-chair
The Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission elected Hassan Rasul as Chair and Katherine Dunphy as Vice-Chair, both by 5-0 votes with 2 abstentions. The commission also approved the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed deaccessioning artwork and adding artists to the muralist roster, but took no formal action on those items.
- Elected Hassan Rasul as Commission Chair (5-0, 2 abstain)
- Elected Katherine Dunphy as Vice-Chair (5-0, 2 abstain)
- Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstain)
Surprise Regional Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission Meeting
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
E. Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the board. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a board member requests such. The
requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its
normal sequence on the agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission Chair.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission Vice-Chair.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the June 3, 2026
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
4. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to policies and
procedures for deacessioning City-owned artwork.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
5. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the FY26 Pre-
Qualified Muralist Roster panel review and roster
additions.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEAR …
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Avenue
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library Programming Room
Meeting Minutes - DRAFT
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair: Hassan Rasul, Vice-Chair: Katherine Dunphy, Dr. Charlotte Pullins, Susan deJong,
Kurwin Forest
Absent: Crystal Kupper, Margaret Lieu
Staff: Julie Akerly – Arts & Culture Manager, Danica Marlin – Art in Public Places Coordinator
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Akerly, Arts & Culture Manager and Ms. Marlin, Art in Public Places Coordinator reported
on the following items:
• Public Art Project Updates
• Upcoming events: Sons of Serendip, Speaker Series, Live at Asante, Sketching
Tours and season Save the Dates
E. Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
• Chair selection
• Vice Chair selection
• Minutes approval
• Deaccession presentation
• Pre-qualified Muralist Roster
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS – NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2
1. Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the Arts & Culture Advisory
Commission Chair
• Commissioner deJong nominated Commissioner Rasul
• Commissioner Charlotte moved to approve Rasul as the new Commission Chair.
• Commissioner Pullins 2nd. Motion carried. 5 yays, 0 nays, 2 abstains.
2. Discussion and action pertaining to the selection of the Arts & Culture Advisory
Commission Vice-Chair
• Commissione …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
City Council to consider rezone and multiple liquor license applications
The City Council will review a zoning change for 3.11 acres at 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road and five liquor license recommendations. The body is also deciding on several development agreements and police task force partnerships.
- Rezone of 3.11 acres from Rural Residential to Community Commercial at 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road
- Liquor license recommendations for Vogue Bistro, The Grove Restaurant and Bar, Arizona Traditions Golf Club, Great Eagle Golf Club, and Circle K Store #9616
- GOHS grant award for DUI enforcement and $58,500 budget amendment
- Original Townsite Incentive Program payment of $22,405.69 for Shaughnessy Promenade
- Wireless Provider Master License Agreement with Cox Communications Arizona, LLC
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
Any prayer or invocation that may be offered before the start of the Regular Council Meeting is a
voluntary offering by a private resident of Surprise; has not been previously reviewed or approved
by City Council or City staff; should not be considered an endorsement of any particular religion
by the City or its officials, as the beliefs, viewpoint, and content are personal to the speaker; and
no participation by any person in attendance is required. A list of volunteers is maintained by the
office of the City Clerk and interested persons should contact the Clerk’s Office for further
information.
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
E. City Manager Report
The City Manager may present a brief summary of current events, including recognition of
community members, employees, and programs, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K). The City
Council will not discuss or take action on any matter within the City Manager Report.
F. City Clerk Report
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the City Council. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests such. The requested
item for discussion will be removed from the con …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 14:00
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Police
Commission will discuss a retiree’s return‑to‑work as a civilian investigator
The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Commission for Police will meet on July 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The board will approve the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes and certify full‑time recruits under Arizona statutes. It will consider whether retiree Ryan Manley may return to work as a civilian investigator. The commission may also enter executive session to review medical examinations for new members.
- Approval of the minutes of the PSPRS Commission – Police from October 22, 2025 (consent agenda)
- Certification of full‑time recruits/law enforcement officers pursuant to A.R.S. §§38‑842.24(A), 38‑842.27, 38‑842.31, and 38‑847(D)(1)
- Discussion and possible action on PSPRS retiree Ryan Manley returning to work as a civilian investigator
- Potential executive‑session review of medical examinations for new commission members
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✓ Decided: Police retirement board approves 5 new recruits and return-to-work retiree
The Surprise Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Police Board approved the certification of five new police recruits and approved a return-to-work retiree as a civilian investigator. The board also tabled a discussion on medical exam reviews until a full board is present. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Certified Mason Palecek, Kayla Adams, Courtney Larson, Lauren Lay, and Riley Manley as full-time law enforcement officers (unanimous)
- Approved Ryan Manley as return-to-work retiree Civilian Investigator (unanimous)
- Tabled executive session discussion on medical exam reviews until next meeting with full board
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CITY OF SURPRISE
PSPRS Retirement Commission Meeting - Police
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
1. Internal Mike Robbins term expired 06/30/26. Human Resources
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission- Police Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the board. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a board member requests such. The
requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its
normal sequence on the agenda.
1. Internal Approval of the minutes of the Public Safety Retirement
Commission – Police, from October 22, 2025
Human Resources
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Internal Certification of full-time Recruits / Law Enforcement
Officers pursuant to A.R.S.§§38-842.24(A), 38-842.27,
38-842.31 and 38-847(D)(1).
Mason Palecek
Kayla Adams
Courtney Larson
Lauren Lay
Riley Manley
Human Resources
3. Internal Discussion and possible action regarding Public Safety
Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) return-to-work
retiree, Ryan Manley, as a Civilian Investigator.
Human Resources
4. Internal Discussion and possible action to enter Executive
Session regarding the review of medical examinations for
new members.
Human Resources
G. Call To Th …
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PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM
CITY OF SURPRISE LOCAL BOARD – Police
Minutes, Tuesday, July 21, 2026
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374
Page 1 of 3
The following are the minutes from the Public Safety Retirement Commission – Police
Board Meeting held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The meeting was held in City
Hall, Council Chambers.
A. Call To Order
Chair Mattson called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
B. Roll Call: Sean Mattson, Chair – Present
Kim Drayden, Citizen Board Member – Present
Danielle Quinn, Citizen Board Member – Absent
Richard Hernandez, Police Member – Present
VACANT, Police Member – Absent
In attendance: Michele Fite, PSPRS Board Secretary
C. Pledge of Allegiance –Completed
D. Current Events and Reports- None
E. Staff Reports – Board Secretary, Michele Fite, informed the board that Mike
Robbins’ term ended on June 30, 2026 and that an election for an elected Police
Member is underway and election ends on July 31, 2026.
F. Consent Agenda:
1. Considerations and action pertaining to the review and approval of the
October 22, 2025 Public Safety Retirement Commission – Police Meeting
Minutes. - APPROVED
Motion: Kim Drayden
Second: Richard Hernandez
Opposed: None
Regular Agenda:
2. Certification of full-time Law Enforcement Officers pursuant to
A.R.S.§§38-842.24(A), 38-842.27, 38-842.31 and 38-847(D)(1)- Mason
Palecek hired as a Recruit, Kayla Adams hired as a Recruit, Cour …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider Zaxby’s restaurant permit at 163rd Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a Zaxby’s restaurant with a drive-through. The commission will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from July 2, 2026.
- Public hearing for Case #FS25-0733: Conditional Use Permit for Zaxby’s restaurant at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road
- Approval of July 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
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✓ Decided: Surprise P&Z approves Zaxby's drive-thru CUP
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit with Site Plan for a Zaxby's restaurant with a drive-through at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road, subject to stipulations a through e. The commission also approved the July 2, 2026 meeting minutes with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved CUP with Site Plan for Zaxby's restaurant with drive-through, Case #FS25-0733 (5-0)
- Approved July 2, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, July 16, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Commissioner
requests such. The requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
July 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1 Consideration and action regarding a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) with Site Plan for a Zaxby’s restaurant with
drive-through facility on a site generally located on the
southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Pinnacle Peak
Road. Case #FS25-0733.
Leslie Carnie
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the Commission, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at
the entrance, and turn it in to the Secretary before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online fo …
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Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes – July16, 2026
Page 1 of 2
CITY OF SURPRISE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
July 16, 2026 / 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
CALL TO ORDER.
Chair Chapman called the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at Surprise
City Hall, 16000 North Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374, on July 16, 2026.
A. ROLL CALL
In attendance were Commissioner Kevin Perry, Commissioner Jay Leonard, Chair Ken
Chapman, Vice Chair Anthony Spata, and Commissioner Dennis Bash. Commissioner Lisa
Everett had an excused absence. Commissioner Jared Holland was absent.
B. STAFF PRESENT:
Bianca Cortez, Assistant City Attorney; Lloyd Abrams, Assistant City Manager and Director of
Community Development; Leslie Carnie, Planner II; Sara Camarillo, Administrative Specialist,
Sr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
• None
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
• None
E. STAFF REPORT
• None
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item 1 - Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the July 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting Minutes.
Commissioner Bash made a motion to approve the July 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Perry seconded the motion. Motion passed with 4 votes in
favor. Commissioner Jay Leonard abstained. Commissioner Lisa Everett had an excused absence.
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider rezone of 3.11 acres at 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road
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
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✓ Decided: Commission recommends rezone for gas station at 163rd Ave & Happy Valley Rd
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a rezone of 3.11 acres from Rural Residential to Community Commercial for a property at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road. The motion passed 5-0 with two commissioners excused. The commission also approved the June 18, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, one abstention).
- Recommended approval of rezone FS25-0001 for 3.11 acres at 163rd Ave & Happy Valley Rd (5-0, two excused)
- Approved June 18, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, Chair Chapman abstained)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, July 2, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
June 18, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to a rezone of
approximately 3.11 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to
Community Commercial (C-2) for property generally
located at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and
Happy Valley Road. Case FS25-0001
Leslie Carnie
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Call to the Public
Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Call to the Public form online If submitting form electronically, please
submit to City Clerk at least one hour before the meeting start time.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H)- During this time members of the public may address City Council
only on issues within the jurisdiction of the City Council which are not an item on the agenda. At
the conclusion of the open call, City C …
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on June 29, 2026
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Special Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, June 29, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes from
the April 27, 2026, Parks and Recreation Advisory
Commission.
Parks and
Recreation
2. Citywide Consideration and action to move the August 31, 2026,
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting to
August 24, 2026.
Parks and
Recreation
3. Internal Presentation and training pertaining to the Open Meeting
Law, conflicts of interest, and gifts by the City Attorney’s
Office.
Parks and
Recreation
4. Internal Presentation and discussion pertaining to a general
overview of the Parks and Recreation department,
programming, and events.
Parks and
Recreation
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 3 …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to vote on rezoning 422 acres for mixed-density and industrial use
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
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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval for two large rezones totaling 582 acres
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, June 18, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal
Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
May 21, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1
Consideration and action pertaining to a rezone of
approximately 160 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to
Residential Medium Density (R-2) for property generally
located along the southwest corner of Deer Valley Road
and 231st Avenue alignments. Case FS25-0750.
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
3. District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to a rezone of
approximately 422 acres from the Buena Vista Ranch
Planned Area Development (PAD) and Rural Residential
(RR) zoning districts to a combination of Residential Low
Density (R-1), Residential Medium Density (R-2),
Residential High Density (R-3), Open Space
Conservation (OS-1), and General Industrial (I-2) zoning
districts. Case FS24-1191.
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Call to the Public
Form available at the front counter, a …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
Council to discuss Public Safety and Parks Master Plans
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
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✓ Decided: Council hears public safety and parks master plans
The City Council held a work session with presentations on the Public Safety Master Plan and the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. No votes or formal decisions were taken; both items are to be discussed further at a future budget retreat.
- No formal decisions made; presentations only
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Presentation and discussion related to the Public Safety
Master Plan
Evan Becher
Kevin Spirlong
City Manager Office
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion related to the Parks &
Recreation Master Plan
Holly Osborn
Parks and
Recreation
E. Executive Session
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03
A. On a public majority vote of the members constituting a quorum, a public body may hold an
executive session but only for the following purposes:
1. Discussion or consideration of employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion,
dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee or employee of any public
body, except that, with the exception of salary discussions, an officer, appointee or employee may
demand that the discussion or consideration occur at a public meeting. The public body shall provide
the officer, appointee or employee with written notice of the executive session as is appropriate but
not less than twenty-four hours for the officer, appointee or employee to determ …
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ85374
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ a:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least i0 minutes pior to the statl of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the City Council Work Session of June 16,2026 to order at 4:30
p.m., Iocated at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ85374.
B. Roll Call
ln attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice-Mayor Earle Greenberg, Councilmembers
Chris Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Johnny Melton and Nick Haney.
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Sartor led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D. Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
1. CONSENTAGENDA:
2. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON.PUBLIC HEARING
1. Presentation and discussion related to the Public Safety Master Plan
Police Chief Evan Becher, and Fire Chief Kevin Spirlong; came to present this item.
Stewart Gary came to present from Citygate. Stewart talked about Population Growth
Projections, Population Density and GroMh Areas, Planning Philosophy and Policy
Framework, Key Takeaway, Near-Term Needs Before New Stations, Growth Driving
Expanded Services, lmpact of Growth, Coverage Gaps Will Widen as the City Grows,
Critical Recommendations: Deployment, Critical Recommendations: Headquarters
Staffing, Critical Recommendations: Programs (EMS, Training, Wellness), Fire Station
Roadmap, Future Station Coverage and Gr …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 17:30
General
Commission considers property tax rate for Marley Park Community Facilities District
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Marley Park CFD Commission Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. CFD Commission Meeting Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve the Marley Park
CFD Commission Meeting Minutes of June 2nd, 2026.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 6 Consideration and action fixing, levying, and assessing
an Ad Valorem property tax for Marley Park Community
Facilities District (MPCFD) at a rate of $2.7294 per
$100.00 of assessed value; Resolution MPCFD 2026-04.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 38-431.01(I) - During this time members of the public may address City
Council only on issues within the jurisdiction of the City Council. At the conclusion of the open call,
City Council may respond to criticism, may ask staff to review the matter or may ask that the matter
be pu …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider FY2027 property tax levy at $0.5534 primary rate
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
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✓ Decided: Council approved property tax rates, reappointments, and liquor licenses
The Surprise City Council approved primary property taxes at $0.5534 per $100 and secondary at $0.3880 per $100 for FY2027, along with a street lighting district levy up to $1.20 per $100. The council also reappointed members to several boards and commissions, approved multiple liquor license recommendations, and discussed but did not finalize a zoning text amendment for battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Approved primary property tax rate of $0.5534 and secondary rate of $0.3880 per $100 assessed valuation for FY2027 (unanimous)
- Approved street lighting district levy up to $1.20 per $100 assessed valuation for FY2027 (unanimous)
- Reappointed Gwen Maxfield to Veterans Disability and Human Services Commission through June 30, 2030 (unanimous)
- Reappointed Julie Kent-Partridge to Veterans Disability and Human Services Commission through June 30, 2030 (unanimous)
- Approved new Series 10 liquor license for Southern Steer Butcher at 16853 N 145th Ave (unanimous)
- Approved new Series 10 liquor license for Circle K #9628 at 14000 W Peoria Rd (unanimous)
- Approved new Series 07 liquor license for Park at Surprise at 14630 W Parkwood Dr (unanimous)
- Appointed City Auditor via employment agreement (unanimous)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
Any prayer or invocation that may be offered before the start of the Regular Council Meeting is a
voluntary offering by a private resident of Surprise; has not been previously reviewed or approved
by City Council or City staff; should not be considered an endorsement of any particular religion
by the City or its officials, as the beliefs, viewpoint, and content are personal to the speaker; and
no participation by any person in attendance is required. A list of volunteers is maintained by the
office of the City Clerk and interested persons should contact the Clerk’s Office for further
information.
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
E. City Manager Report
The City Manager may present a brief summary of current events, including recognition of community
members, employees, and programs, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K). The City Council will not
discuss or take action on any matter within the City Manager Report.
F. City Clerk Report
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation for reappointment of Gwen Maxfield to
the Veterans Disability and Human Services Commission
for the four-year term expiration on June 30, 2030.
Kris …
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SURPRISE
CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ85374
Tuesday, June'16, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular Council Meeting of June 16,2026 to order at 6:02 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ85374.
1. lnvocation
Marci Maughan-Nettles led in the lnvocation.
B. Roll Call
ln aftendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice-Mayor Earle Greenberg, Councilmembers
Chris Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffo, Johnny Melton and Nick Haney.
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Surprise Aquatics Center Swim Team led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
Mayor Sartor, and Councilmember Hastings recognized Christy Pritchard as a
Community Champion.
E. City Manager Report
2. City Manager subtext
3. Reports
City Manager Andrea Davis, gave a brief update about the DHS facility. She talked about
the development of a website for up-to-date information from federal agencies.
F. City Clerk Report
4. Reports
Councilmember Haney, talked about the talent that applied for the boards and
commission positions.
Consideration and action to approve the recommendation for reappointment of Gwen
Maxfield to the Veterans Disability and Human Services Commission for the four-year
term expiration on June 30, 2030.
Motion: To Appoint
lnitiated By: Nick Haney
Seconded By: E …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 15:00
Tourism Fund Subcommittee
Subcommittee considers $30,000 annual funding for Desert Fall Festival
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Tourism Fund Subcommittee Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Tourism Fund Subcommittee Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the Tourism Fund
Subcommittee Meeting Minutes of January 5, 2026.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to a
recommendation to City Council to utilize a maximum of
$30,000 annually from the Tourism Fund to support the
Desert Fall Festival to be hosted in City Center for up to
3 years (FY27-29).
Kendra Pettis
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 38-431.01(I) - During this time, members of the public may address City
Council only on issues within the jurisdiction of the City Council. At the conclusion of the open call,
City Council may respond to criticism, may ask staff to review the matter or may …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission to vote on naming rooms at two libraries
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
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✓ Decided: Library Commission approves FY2027 meeting calendar and room names
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)
Asante Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Library Advisory Commission
16755 W Vereda Solana Dr
Surprise, AZ 85387
Thursday, June 11, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Asante Library
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
E. Library Commission Agenda:
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the Board\Commission, you will need to fill out a Call to the
Public Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the Secretary before the meeting
begins.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H) - During this time members of the public may address the
Board\Commission only on issues within the jurisdiction of the Board\Commission which are not
an item on the agenda. At the conclusion of the open call, the Board\Commission may respond to
criticism, may ask staff to review the matter or may ask that the matter be put on a future agenda.
No discussion or action shall take place on any item raised.
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the May 14, 2026 Library Advisory Commission meeting
minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Public
Library Association 2026 Conference and City staff
attendance thereof.
Library
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Advocacy
for Libraries organization.
Library
4. Citywide Discussion and action pertaining to the approval of the
Fiscal Year 2027 Library Advisory Commiss …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 16:30
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting
Subcommittee to consider grant funding and previous meeting minutes
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Subcommittee on Community Outreach Partnerships and Grants
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, June 11, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
SAGUARO ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the June 4, 2026 Council Subcommittee on Community
Outreach, Partnerships and Grants meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the June 5, 2026 Council Subcommittee on Community
Outreach, Partnerships and Grants meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to funding
recommendations for the FY27 Surprise Community
Outreach Program Grant.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 38-431.01(I) - During this time, members of the public may address Ci …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
Commission discusses community awards and Veterans Day parade planning
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
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✓ Decided: Commission approves 2023 Annual Action Plan and 2026 Community Legend Awards
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the Board\Commission, you will need to fill out a Call to the
Public Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the Secretary before the meeting
begins.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H) - During this time members of the public may address the
Board\Commission only on issues within the jurisdiction of the Board\Commission which are not
an item on the agenda. At the conclusion of the open call, the Board\Commission may respond to
criticism, may ask staff to review the matter or may ask that the matter be put on a future agenda.
No discussion or action shall take place on any item raised.
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the May 8, 2026
Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission
meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Brain Injury
Alliance of Arizona.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. C …
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Fri Jun 5, 2026 · 09:00
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting
Subcommittee to decide on FY27 Community Outreach Grant funding recommendations
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
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✓ Decided: Funding recommendations for FY27 community outreach grants were continued
The Subcommittee reviewed proposals from fifty-seven applicants for the Surprise Community Outreach Program. Action on funding recommendations was postponed until the next scheduled meeting.
- Continued FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program Grant funding recommendations to June 11, 2026 (3-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships &
Grants
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Friday, June 5, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
COMMUNITY ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the FY27
Surprise Community Outreach Program grant applicants.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to funding
recommendations for the FY27 Surprise Community
Outreach Program Grant to the Mayor and City Council.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Call to the Public
Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Call to the Public form online If submitting form electronically, please
submit to City Clerk at least one hour before the meeting start time.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H)- During this time members of the public may address City Council
only on issues within the jurisdiction of the City Council which are not an item on the agenda. At
the conclusion of the open call, City Council may respond to criticism, may ask staff to review the
matter or may as …
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants
16000 N Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Friday, June 5, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m.
Community Room
A. Call to Order
Councilmember Chris Judd called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
B. Roll Call
Committee members: Councilmember/Chair Chris Judd and Councilmembers Nick
Haney and Patrick Duffy
Staff: Human Services & Community Vitality Assistant Director Deb Perry and Human
Services Supervisor Jennifer Cornelius
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
None
E. Staff Reports
None
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Surprise Community Outreach
Program grant applicants.
Fifty-seven applicants presented their proposals to the Subcommittee. The Subcommittee
took a lunch recess from 12:16 p.m. to 12:48 p.m.
2. Consideration and action pertaining to funding recommendations for the FY27
Surprise Community Outreach Program Grant.
Councilmember Duffy made a motion to continue the funding recommendations for the
FY27 Surprise Community Outreach Program Grant to the June 11, 2026 Subcommittee
on Community, Partnerships and Grants meeting. Councilmember Haney seconded the
motion. The motion carries 3-0.
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items:
None
ADJOURNMENT:
Councilmember Duffy made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Haney seconded the
motion. The motion carries 3-0. The meeting adjourned at …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
June 4 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting canceled
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, June 4, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEETING IS CANCELED
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal
Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
May 21, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to a proposed
Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to the Surprise Land
Development Ordinances (LDO) related to Battery
Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Case#FS23-1041
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Call to the Public
Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Call to the Public form online If submitting form electronically, please
submit to City Clerk at least one hour before the meeting start time.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H)- During this time members of the public may address City Council
only on issues within the jurisdiction of the City Council which are not an item on the agenda. At
the conclusion of the open call, City Council may respond to criticism …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 16:30
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting
Subcommittee to approve Neighborhood Grant Program timeline and application for FY27
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
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✓ Decided: Subcommittee approves February minutes and FY27 Neighborhood Grant Program details
The subcommittee approved the meeting minutes from February 17, 2026. Members also approved the timeline and the application for the FY27 Neighborhood Grant Program.
- Approved February 17, 2026, meeting minutes (2-0)
- Approved FY27 Neighborhood Grant Program timeline (2-0)
- Approved FY27 Neighborhood Grant Program application (2-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships and
Grants
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, June 4, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
SAGUARO ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the minutes from the Subcommittee on Community
Outreach, Partnerships and Grants meeting held on
February 17, 2026.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to approval of the
Neighborhood Grant Program timeline for FY27.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to approval of the
Neighborhood Grant Program application for FY27.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 38-431.01(I) - During this time, members of the public may address City
Council only on issues within the jurisdictio …
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants
16000 N Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Thursday, June 4, 2026 @ 4:30 p.m.
Saguaro Room
A. Call to Order
Councilmember Patrick Duffy called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m.
B. Roll Call
Committee members: Councilmembers Patrick Duffy and Nick Haney (virtual).
Councilmember/Chair Chris Judd was absent
Staff: Human Services & Community Vitality Director Seth Dyson, Human Services &
Community Vitality Assistant Director Deb Perry
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
None
E. Staff Reports
None
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of the February 17, 2026
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships and Grants meeting
minutes.
Councilmember Haney motioned to approve the Subcommittee on Community Outreach,
Partnerships and Grants meeting minutes dated February 17, 2026. Councilmember Duffy
seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0.
2. Consideration and action pertaining to the timeline of the Neighborhood Grant
Program for FY27.
Councilmember Duffy motioned to approve the timeline for the Neighborhood Grant
Program for FY27. Councilmember Haney seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0.
3. Consideration and action pertaining to the application of the Neighborhood Grant
Program for FY27.
Councilmember Duffy motioned to approve the application for the Neighborhood Grant
P …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Commission discusses artwork for new police substation and arts grants
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
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✓ Decided: Arts commission approves prior minutes, reviews grant and musician roster
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
E. Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the Board\Commission, you will need to fill out a Call to the
Public Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the Secretary before the meeting
begins.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H) - During this time members of the public may address the
Board\Commission only on issues within the jurisdiction of the Board\Commission which are not
an item on the agenda. At the conclusion of the open call, the Board\Commission may respond to
criticism, may ask staff to review the matter or may ask that the matter be put on a future agenda.
No discussion or action shall take place on any item raised.
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the May 6, 2026
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the initial
project description for artwork at the new Police
Substation.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
3. Citywide Discussion and review pertaining to the FY27 Arts and
Culture Grants Panel Recommendations.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:00
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board to review FY2026 3rd Quarter reports
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
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
CH 3F-N3-260 Atrium Conference Room
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Health Benefits Trust Fund Board Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the March 4, 2026 Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
meeting minutes.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to an overview of
the City's health benefits plan.
Paige Gearhart
Finance
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to CBIZ
Consulting FY2026 3rd Quarter Report.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
4. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the City's
unaudited Employee Healthcare Self Insurance Fund
and Workers' Compensation Fund Financial Reports for
FY2026 3rd Quarter.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Public Comment Form online. If submitting the online form the City Clerk
must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
In accordance with A.R.S. 38-431.01(I) - During this time, members of t …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:15
City Audit Committee
Committee to discuss Police Payroll Audit Report, elect officers, and approve annual audit plan.
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
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✓ Decided: Audit Committee approves FY2026-2027 annual audit plan and two audit reports (4-0)
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
City Audit Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 4:15 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. City Audit Committee Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the March 11,
2026, meeting minutes.
City Auditor
2. Citywide Consideration and action to elect a City of Surprise Audit
Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.
City Auditor
3. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and possible action pertaining
to the Police Payroll Audit Report
City Auditor
4. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and possible action pertaining
to the Contract Audit Report - Tecta America Arizona
LLC
City Auditor
5. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and possible action pertaining
to the FY2026-2027 Annual Audit Plan
City Auditor
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Call to the Public
Form available at the front counter, and then turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
You may also fill out the Call to the Public form online If submitting form electronically, please
submit to City Clerk at least one hour before the meeting start time.
Note: A.R.S. 38-431.01(H)- During this time members of the public may address City Council
only on issues within the jurisdi …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider Jomax Road property acquisition via eminent domain
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
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✓ Decided: Surprise City Council approves multiple land and infrastructure agreements
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the
start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
Any prayer or invocation that may be offered before the start of the Regular Council Meeting is a
voluntary offering by a private resident of Surprise; has not been previously reviewed or approved
by City Council or City staff; should not be considered an endorsement of any particular religion
by the City or its officials, as the beliefs, viewpoint, and content are personal to the speaker; and
no participation by any person in attendance is required. A list of volunteers is maintained by the
office of the City Clerk and interested persons should contact the Clerk’s Office for further
information.
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
Community Champion — Jonathan Thorton
E. City Manager Report
3. Citywide Library Card Design Contest City Manager Office
F. City Clerk Report
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests such.
The requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in
its normal sequence on the agenda.
1. Citywide Cons …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:45
Special City Council Meeting
Council to set property tax rates and adopt FY2027 budget
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
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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY2027 budget, sets property tax rates unanimously
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Special City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 5:45 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Special City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the City's intent to
levy primary property tax in the amount of $0.5534 per
one hundred dollars ($100.00) of assessed valuation and
secondary property tax in the amount of $0.3880 per one
hundred dollars ($100.00) of assessed valuation and
setting the property tax adoption for June 16, 2026;
Resolution 2026-88.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the City's intent to
adopt Street Light Improvement District (SLID) property
tax levies and setting the property tax adoption for June
16, 2026, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 48-616;
Resolution 2026-89.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the adoption of
the City of Surprise final budget for Fiscal Year 2027;
Resolution 2026-87.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
E. Executive Session
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03
A. On a public majority vote of the members constituting a quorum, a public body may hold an
executive session but only for the following purposes: …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:30
General
Marley Park CFD to consider levying secondary property taxes
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)
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✓ Decided: Commission approves property tax levy intent and FY27 budget
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Marley Park CFD Commission Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. CFD Commission Meeting Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the
Commission. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a
Commissioner requests such. The requested item for discussion will be removed from
the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve the Marley Park
CFD Commission Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2026.
City Manager Office
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 6 Consideration and action pertaining to the Marley Park
Community Facilities District Board's intent to levy
secondary property taxes on June 16, 2026; Resolution
MPCFD 2026-03.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
3. District 6 Consideration and action pertaining to the adoption of
the Fiscal Year 2027 Marley Park Community Facilities
District Board final expenditure limitation budget;
Resolution MPCFD 2026-02.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to address the City Council, you will need to fill out a Public Comment Form available at the
entrance, and turn it in to the City Clerk before the meeti …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
City Council to discuss new battery storage overlay zone
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.
zoningbattery-energy-storagepublic-hearingland-development-ordinance
✓ Decided: City Council discusses BESS zoning overlay, takes no action
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council Chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. City Manager Report
The City Manager may present a brief summary of current events, including recognition of
community members, employees, and programs, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K). The
City Council will not discuss or take action on any matter within the City Manager Report.
E. City Clerk Report
F. Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests such. The
requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its
normal sequence on the agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and public comment, pertaining
to a proposed Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) to the
Surprise Land Development Ordinance (LDO) to
establish a new Battery (B) overlay zone related to
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Case FS23-
1041.
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
G. Executive Session
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03
A. On a public majority vote of the members constitutin …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 14:00
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
Nominations Committee interviews candidates for board seats
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
boards-and-commissionsappointmentsinterviewsnominationspublic-safety-retirement
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
SAGUARO ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
E. Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the Boards &
Commissions Nominations Committee Meeting minutes
for April 6, 2026.
City Clerk
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide The Board & Commissions Nominations Committee will
conduct interviews for appointment/or reappointment for
the following positions: Audit Committee (2) 2-year terms
expiring June 30, 2028; Board of Trustees (2) 4-year
terms expiring June 30, 2030; Judicial Selection Advisory
Commission (2) 4-year terms expiring June 30, 2030;
Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2)
4-year terms expiring June 30, 2030; Public Safety
Retirement Police & Fire (1) 4-year term expiring June
30, 2030.
City Clerk
3. Citywide The Board & Commissions Nominations Committee will
review applications for appointment/or reappointment for
the following positions: Audit Committee (2) 2-year terms
expiring June 30, 2028; Board of Trustees (2) 4-year
terms expiring June 30, 2030; Judicial Selection Advisory
Commission (2) 4-year terms expiring June 30, 2030;
Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2)
4-year terms expiring June 30, 2030; Public Safety
Retirement Police & …
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider ZTA for Battery Energy Storage overlay zone
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
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✓ Decided: Approved Brake Masters CUP; directed staff on battery storage setback
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)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the Commission.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Commissioner requests such. The
requested item for discussion will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the agenda.
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the
May 7, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1 Consideration and action regarding a Conditional Use
Permit with Site Plan for ‘vehicle service: minor repair’
use for a Brake Masters facility on a site generally
located on the southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat
Tillman Boulevard. Case #FS25-1012.
Aslesha Basnet
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to a proposed
Zoning Text Amendment ("ZTA") to the Surprise Land
Development Ordinances ("LDO") to establish a new
Battery (B) overlay zone related to Battery Energy
Storage Systems ("BESS"). Case FS23-1041.
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
G. Call …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 17:00
Regular City Council Work Session
City Council to discuss new Desert Rural residential zoning district
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.
zoningland-developmentpublic-hearingresidentialsurprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to a Zoning Text
Amendment (ZTA) to the Surprise Land Development
Ordinances (LDO) to establish a new residential zoning
district, Desert Rural (DR), along with associated
changes throughout the LDO and Surprise Municipal
Code. Case FS25-0039.
Jani Wertin
Community
Development
E. Executive Session
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03
A. On a public majority vote of the members constituting a quorum, a public body may hold an
executive session but only for the following purposes:
1. Discussion or consideration of employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion,
dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee or employee of any public
body, except that, with the exception of salary discussions, an officer, appointee or employee may
demand that the discussion or consideration occur at a public meeting. The public body shall provide
the officer, appointee or employee with written notice of the executive session as is appropriate but
no …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Surprise City Council to discuss budget amendments and land annexations
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
budgetzoningannexationsportsfinancereal estate
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Council chamber doors will open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.
A. Call To Order
Any prayer or invocation that may be offered before the start of the Regular Council Meeting is a
voluntary offering by a private resident of Surprise; has not been previously reviewed or approved
by City Council or City staff; should not be considered an endorsement of any particular religion
by the City or its officials, as the beliefs, viewpoint, and content are personal to the speaker; and
no participation by any person in attendance is required. A list of volunteers is maintained by the
office of the City Clerk and interested persons should contact the Clerk’s Office for further
information.
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
Community Champions - Valley Vista Girls Basketball Champions
Community Champions - LAUNCH TEAM Robotics
E. City Manager Report
Surprise MLK Scholarship Presentation
F. City Clerk Report
Youth Council New Members Swearing In - Oath of Office
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of the consent agenda may be by one motion and a passing vote by the City Council. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests such. The requested
item for discussion will be remov …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 80 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $4.1M | ALL VALLEY IMAGING, L.L.C Department of Health and Human Services · RADIOLOGY SERVICES AT PHOENIX INDIAN MEDICAL CENTER |
| $2.9M | ALL VALLEY IMAGING, L.L.C Department of Health and Human Services · NON-PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES - ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST |
| $721,135 | BSA PRODUCTS, LLC Department of Defense · 8510470817!VALVE,BALLAST |
| $693,744 | RPH TEMP SERVICE, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF PHARMACIST SERVICES, HHCC |
| $586,223 | IMAGE SYSTEMS TRACKEYE INC. Department of Defense · TRACKEYE SOFTWARE - BASE YEAR |
| $327,409 | NEWPOINT MANAGEMENT LLC Department of Defense · RELIGIOUS SERVICES-IAW WITH ATCHS 1, 1A, 1B, AND 1C, SOW(S) FOR THE CA |
| $306,259 | RPH TEMP SERVICE, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY |
| $245,275 | HSH FIRE AND RESCUE LLC Department of Agriculture · HSH FIRE AND RESCUE LLC NCNCF260002 E40 |
| $194,906 | CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC RESPONSE, LLC Department of Agriculture · CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC RESPONSE, LLC IDBOF001080 E100 |
| $186,548 | CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC RESPONSE, LLC Department of Agriculture · O291, TROUT, NMGNF000384, REMS, MODULE, RAPID EXTRACTION SUPPORT; |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Maricopa County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+4,209 people (+$1.37B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)10 ({"Fire": 11, "Flood": 9, "Severe Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, · last Fri Jun 28, 2024)
Traffic fatalities9 (3 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments109,863 (2,016,986 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,950/mo (296 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.4% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
325
Recorded votes
$248.5M
Annual budget
$45.6M
Debt outstanding
3,355
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$248.5M
Spending$311.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$45.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.18×
Debt-load index53 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.