{ "city": "Surprise", "state": "Arizona", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/surpriseaz/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-06", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider rezone of 3.11 acres at 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8475,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Parks and Recreation Commission", "headline": "Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on June 29, 2026", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8477,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission", "headline": "Commission to vote on rezoning 422 acres for mixed-density and industrial use", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8453,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8472,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Regular City Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to consider FY2027 property tax levy at $0.5534 primary rate", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8450,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "General", "headline": "Commission considers property tax rate for Marley Park Community Facilities District", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8446,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Regular City Council Work Session", "headline": "Council to discuss Public Safety and Parks Master Plans", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8448,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Tourism Fund Subcommittee", "headline": "Subcommittee considers $30,000 annual funding for Desert Fall Festival", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8459,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Library Commission", "headline": "Library Commission to vote on naming rooms at two libraries", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8409,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8462,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting", "headline": "Subcommittee to consider grant funding and previous meeting minutes", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8423,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission", "headline": "Commission discusses community awards and Veterans Day parade planning", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8421,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8466,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "body": "Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting", "headline": "Subcommittee to decide on FY27 Community Outreach Grant funding recommendations", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8389,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission", "headline": "June 4 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting canceled", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8399,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting", "headline": "Subcommittee to approve Neighborhood Grant Program timeline and application for FY27", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8387,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission", "headline": "Commission discusses artwork for new police substation and arts grants", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8395,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8404,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "City Audit Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss Police Payroll Audit Report, elect officers, and approve annual audit plan.", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8393,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8401,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Health Benefits Trust Fund Board", "headline": "Health Benefits Trust Fund Board to review FY2026 3rd Quarter reports", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8385,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Regular City Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to consider Jomax Road property acquisition via eminent domain", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8367,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8471,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Special City Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to set property tax rates and adopt FY2027 budget", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8361,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8470,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "General", "headline": "Marley Park CFD to consider levying secondary property taxes", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8375,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8469,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Regular City Council Work Session", "headline": "City Council to discuss new battery storage overlay zone", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8363,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8468,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee", "headline": "Nominations Committee interviews candidates for board seats", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8341,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider ZTA for Battery Energy Storage overlay zone", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8336,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8344,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Regular City Council Meeting", "headline": "Surprise City Council to discuss budget amendments and land annexations", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8329,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Regular City Council Work Session", "headline": "City Council to discuss new Desert Rural residential zoning district", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8327,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Library Commission", "headline": "Library Commission to discuss intellectual freedom and library policies", "summary": "The Library Advisory Commission will review meeting minutes from April 9, 2026. The body will receive a presentation on the Public Library Association 2026 Conference and discuss the historical context of library policies and intellectual freedom.", "agenda_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8310,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://surpriseaz.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=8461,plainText=false)", "source": "https://surpriseaz.civicclerk.com/" } ] }