Surprise, Arizona
Surprise Arizona average (US Census ACS)
Population149,519
Per-capita income$39,604
Median home value$396,000
Typical home value $420,221 -2.2% yr/yr · +11.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Reuniones recientes
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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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
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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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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
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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.
Commissioner Jared Holland was ab
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Comisión considerará rezonificación de 3.11 acres en 163rd Avenue y Happy Valley Road
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para decidir sobre un cambio de zonificación para una propiedad en el Distrito 1. El organismo también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 18 de junio de 2026.
- Audiencia pública para el Caso FS25-0001: rezonificación de 3.11 acres de Residencial Rural (RR) a Comercial Comunitario (C-2) en la esquina sureste de 163rd Avenue y Happy Valley Road
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✓ Decidido: 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
Reunión de la Comisión de Parques y Recreación el 29 de junio de 2026
La comisión revisará las actas de la reunión del 27 de abril de 2026 y considerará trasladar la reunión del 31 de agosto al 24 de agosto. La agenda incluye una sesión de capacitación por parte de la Oficina del Abogado de la Ciudad y una descripción general de la programación y los eventos del departamento.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 27 de abril de 2026
- Propuesta para trasladar la reunión del 31 de agosto de 2026 al 24 de agosto de 2026
- Capacitación sobre la Ley de Reuniones Abiertas, conflictos de intereses y obsequios
- Descripción general de la programación y los eventos del departamento de Parques y Recreación
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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
Comisión votará sobre la reclasificación de 422 acres para uso de densidad mixta e industrial
La Comisión de Planeamiento y Zonificación celebrará audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes principales de reclasificación. La primera implica la reclasificación de 160 acres de Residencial Rural a Residencial de Densidad Media cerca de Deer Valley Road y 231st Avenue. La segunda solicitud, más significativa, busca reclasificar 422 acres de Buena Vista Ranch PAD y Residencial Rural a una mezcla de densidades residenciales, espacio abierto e industrial general. El orden del día de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Audiencia pública sobre la reclasificación de 160 acres de RR a R-2 en la esquina suroeste de Deer Valley Road y 231st Avenue (Caso FS25-0750)
- Audiencia pública sobre la reclasificación de 422 acres de Buena Vista Ranch PAD y RR a R-1, R-2, R-3, OS-1 e I-2 (Caso FS24-1191)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 21 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: 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 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Concejo considerará la tasa del impuesto a la propiedad para el año fiscal 2027 a $0.5534 como tasa primaria
El Concejo Municipal de Surprise votará para establecer la tasa primaria del impuesto a la propiedad para el año fiscal 2027 en $0.5534 por cada $100 de valor catastral y una tasa secundaria de $0.3880. La reunión también incluye audiencias públicas sobre tres nuevas solicitudes de licencias de licor, una continuación del trabajo en una zona de superposición para almacenamiento de energía en baterías, y una presentación sobre los intercambios viales en North Surprise. Una agenda de consentimiento cubre múltiples redesignaciones, acuerdos intergubernamentales y la formación de un distrito de mejora de alumbrado público.
- Tasa del impuesto a la propiedad primaria de $0.5534 y secundaria de $0.3880 por cada $100 de valor catastral para el año fiscal 2027 (Resolución 2026-98)
- Formación del Distrito de Mejora de Alumbrado Público SU-163RDNPINNCLEPK226 cerca de Peak View y la Avenida 174 (Resolución 2026-84)
- Acuerdo no exclusivo de derecho de vía con Summit Infrastructure Group para la instalación de cable de fibra óptica (Resolución 2026-79)
- Continuación de la sesión de trabajo sobre la ZTA propuesta para la zona de superposición de sistemas de almacenamiento de energía en baterías (Caso FS23-1041)
- Presentación de actualización de MAG sobre los intercambios viales en North Surprise
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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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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 15:00
Tourism Fund Subcommittee
Subcomité considera financiamiento anual de $30,000 para el Desert Fall Festival
El Subcomité del Fondo de Turismo se reúne para revisar recomendaciones de financiamiento para eventos locales. El cuerpo considerará recomendar que el Concejo Municipal asigne fondos para un festival en City Center.
- Recomendación de usar un máximo de $30,000 anuales del Fondo de Turismo para el Desert Fall Festival en City Center por hasta 3 años (FY27-29)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Subcomité del Fondo de Turismo del 5 de enero de 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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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
El Consejo Municipal discutirá los Planes Maestros de Seguridad Pública y Parques
El Consejo Municipal de Surprise celebra una sesión de trabajo para discutir dos planes maestros: el Plan Maestro de Seguridad Pública y el Plan Maestro de Parques y Recreación. La reunión también incluye un orden del día de consentimiento y una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos de personal, legales o de seguridad. No se esperan votaciones formales, ya que se trata de una sesión de discusión.
- Presentación y discusión del Plan Maestro de Seguridad Pública a nivel de la ciudad
- Presentación y discusión del Plan Maestro de Parques y Recreación a nivel de la ciudad
- Sesión ejecutiva autorizada bajo la A.R.S. § 38-431.03 para empleo, asesoría legal, negociaciones o seguridad
- Orden del día de consentimiento (artículos específicos no listados en el texto del orden del día proporcionado)
- La reunión incluye la lista de asistencia y el juramento de lealtad
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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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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Comisión considera la tasa de impuesto a la propiedad para el Distrito de Instalaciones Comunitarias de Marley Park
La Comisión CFD de Marley Park se reunirá para revisar las actas de la reunión del 2 de junio de 2026 y realizar una audiencia pública sobre los impuestos a la propiedad. La comisión está considerando la Resolución MPCFD 2026-04 para establecer una tasa de impuesto ad valorem para el distrito.
- Audiencia pública para la Resolución MPCFD 2026-04 para imponer un impuesto a la propiedad de $2.7294 por cada $100.00 de valor evaluado
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de junio de 2026
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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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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission votará sobre la designación de salas en dos bibliotecas
La Surprise Library Advisory Commission discutirá y votará sobre la designación de salas programables en Surprise Regional Library y Asante Library. También escucharán presentaciones sobre la Conferencia 2026 de la Public Library Association y la organización Advocacy for Libraries, y aprobarán el calendario de reuniones del año fiscal 2027 y las actas de reuniones anteriores.
- Aprobación de la designación de salas programables en Surprise Regional Library y Asante Library
- Presentación y discusión sobre la Conferencia 2026 de la Public Library Association
- Presentación y discusión sobre la organización Advocacy for Libraries
- Aprobación del calendario de reuniones de la Library Advisory Commission para el año fiscal 2027
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de mayo de 2026
librarynamingmeeting-calendarconferenceadvocacy
✓ Decidido: 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
Subcomité considerará financiamiento de subvenciones y actas de reuniones anteriores
El subcomité revisará y tomará acción sobre las actas de las reuniones del 4 y 5 de junio de 2026. El cuerpo también considerará recomendaciones de financiamiento para la Subvención del Programa de Alcance Comunitario de Surprise para el FY27.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 4 de junio de 2026
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de junio de 2026
- Recomendaciones de financiamiento para la Subvención del Programa de Alcance Comunitario de Surprise para el FY27
grantscommunity-outreachgovernment-fundinghuman-services
16000 N Civic Center Plz, Surprise
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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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
La Comisión discute los premios comunitarios y la planificación del Desfile del Día de los Veteranos
La Comisión revisará las actas de la reunión del 8 de mayo de 2026 y escuchará una presentación sobre la Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona. Los miembros también discutirán los plazos para los premios Surprise Community Legend de 2026 y el proceso de selección del Gran Mariscal del Desfile del Día de los Veteranos de 2026.
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 8 de mayo de 2026
- Presentación sobre la Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona
- Discusión sobre la solicitud y el cronograma de los premios Surprise Community Legend de 2026
- Discusión sobre el proceso de selección del Gran Mariscal del Desfile del Día de los Veteranos de 2026
veteransdisabilitycommunity-awardshuman-services
✓ Decidido: 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)
16000 N Civic Center Plz, Surprise
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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
El Subcomité decidirá sobre las recomendaciones de financiamiento de las Subvenciones de Alcance Comunitario para el año fiscal 2027
El Subcomité del Concejo sobre Alcance Comunitario, Alianzas y Subvenciones presentará y discutirá a los solicitantes de las subvenciones del Surprise Community Outreach Program para el año fiscal 2027, luego considerará y tomará medidas sobre las recomendaciones de financiamiento para remitir al Alcalde y al Concejo Municipal. La reunión incluye un llamado a la participación pública.
- Presentación y discusión sobre los solicitantes de subvenciones del Surprise Community Outreach Program para el año fiscal 2027
- Consideración y acción sobre las recomendaciones de financiamiento para las subvenciones del Surprise Community Outreach Program para el año fiscal 2027 dirigidas al Alcalde y al Concejo Municipal
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✓ Decidido: 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)
16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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 · 16:30
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting
Subcomité aprobará el cronograma y la solicitud del Neighborhood Grant Program para el FY27
El subcomité del concejo considerará tres puntos: aprobar las actas de una reunión de febrero de 2026, y aprobar tanto el cronograma como la solicitud del Neighborhood Grant Program para el año fiscal 2027. El público puede comentar sobre asuntos dentro de la jurisdicción de la ciudad.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del subcomité del 17 de febrero de 2026
- Aprobación del cronograma del Neighborhood Grant Program para el FY27
- Aprobación de la solicitud del Neighborhood Grant Program para el FY27
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✓ Decidido: 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)
16000 N Civic Center Plz, Surprise
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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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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Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Reunión de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación del 4 de junio cancelada
La reunión de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación programada para el 4 de junio de 2026 fue cancelada. La agenda había incluido una audiencia pública sobre los Sistemas de Almacenamiento de Energía en Baterías.
- Enmienda de Texto de Zonificación (ZTA) propuesta a las Ordenanzas de Desarrollo de Tierras relacionada con los Sistemas de Almacenamiento de Energía en Baterías (BESS), Caso#FS23-1041
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 21 de mayo de 2026
zoningenergy-storageland-development
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, 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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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:00
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
El Consejo de la Caja de Beneficios de Salud revisará los informes del tercer trimestre del ejercicio fiscal 2026
El Consejo revisará el plan de beneficios de salud y los informes financieros de la ciudad para el tercer trimestre del ejercicio fiscal 2026. Esto incluye un informe de CBIZ Consulting e informes no auditados para los Fondos de Seguro Propio de Atención Médica del Empleado y de Compensación al Trabajador.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 4 de marzo de 2026
- Descripción general del plan de beneficios de salud de la ciudad
- Informe del tercer trimestre de CBIZ Consulting para el ejercicio fiscal 2026
- Informe financiero del tercer trimestre del ejercicio fiscal 2026 del Fondo de Seguro Propio de Atención Médica del Empleado no auditado
- Informe financiero del tercer trimestre del ejercicio fiscal 2026 del Fondo de Compensación al Trabajador no auditado
health-benefitsfinanceinsuranceemployee-benefits
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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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
El comité discutirá el informe de auditoría de nómina policial, elegirá funcionarios y aprobará el plan anual de auditoría.
El Comité de Auditoría de la Ciudad de Surprise considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo de 2026, elegirá un Presidente y un Vicepresidente, y recibirá presentaciones sobre el Informe de Auditoría de Nómina de la Policía y un Informe de Auditoría de Contrato para Tecta America Arizona LLC. El comité también discutirá y posiblemente actuará sobre el Plan Anual de Auditoría para el año fiscal 2026-2027. No se proporcionan montos en dólares ni hallazgos específicos en la agenda.
- Consideración y acción para aprobar las actas de la reunión del 11 de marzo de 2026
- Elección del Presidente y Vicepresidente del Comité de Auditoría
- Presentación, discusión y posible acción sobre el Informe de Auditoría de Nómina de la Policía
- Presentación, discusión y posible acción sobre el Informe de Auditoría de Contrato - Tecta America Arizona LLC
- Presentación, discusión y posible acción sobre el Plan Anual de Auditoría para el año fiscal 2026-2027
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✓ Decidido: 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)
16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
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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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
La Comisión analiza obras de arte para la nueva subestación de policía y subvenciones de artes
La Comisión revisará la descripción inicial del proyecto para las obras de arte en la nueva Subestación de Policía. Los miembros también discutirán las recomendaciones del Panel de Subvenciones de Artes y Cultura para el año fiscal 2027 (FY27) y las recomendaciones de la lista de músicos.
- Descripción del proyecto de obras de arte para la nueva Subestación de Policía
- Recomendaciones del Panel de Subvenciones de Artes y Cultura FY27
- Recomendaciones de la lista de músicos precalificados de Surprise Arts
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 6 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: 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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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:45
Special City Council Meeting
El Concejo establecerá tasas de impuestos a la propiedad y adoptará el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027
El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará resoluciones para establecer el impuesto primario a la propiedad en $0.5534 por cada $100 y el secundario en $0.3880 por cada $100, adoptar las tasas del Distrito de Mejora de Alumbrado Público, y aprobar el presupuesto final para el Año Fiscal 2027. Se programó una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos legales y de personal. La votación para la adopción del impuesto a la propiedad está fijada para el 16 de junio de 2026.
- Resolución 2026-88: intención de imponer el impuesto primario a la propiedad en $0.5534 y el secundario en $0.3880 por cada $100 de valoración evaluada
- Resolución 2026-89: intención de adoptar las tasas del impuesto a la propiedad del Distrito de Mejora de Alumbrado Público (SLID)
- Resolución 2026-87: adopción del presupuesto final de la Ciudad de Surprise para el Año Fiscal 2027
- Audiencias públicas sobre las tres resoluciones antes de la acción del concejo
- Sesión ejecutiva para discusión de asuntos de personal, asesoría legal y negociaciones de bienes raíces
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✓ Decidido: 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 considerará la imposición de impuestos sobre la propiedad secundaria
La Comisión del Distrito de Facilidades Comunitarias de Marley Park celebrará una audiencia pública sobre una resolución para imponer impuestos sobre la propiedad secundaria el 16 de junio de 2026. La comisión también votará sobre la adopción del presupuesto de límite de gasto del año fiscal 2027. El orden del día de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de mayo de 2026.
- Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución MPCFD 2026-3 para imponer impuestos sobre la propiedad secundaria el 16 de junio de 2026
- Adopción del presupuesto final de límite de gasto del Año Fiscal 2027 (Resolución MPCFD 2026-2)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de mayo de 2026 (orden del día de consentimiento)
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✓ Decidido: 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 discutirá una nueva zona de superposición para almacenamiento de baterías
El City Council llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y discusión sobre una propuesta de Zoning Text Amendment para crear una nueva zona de superposición de baterías (Battery overlay zone) para Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) en la Surprise Land Development Ordinance. No hay otros elementos sustantivos en la agenda. La reunión también incluye un informe del city manager y una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos legales y de personal.
- Audiencia pública sobre Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) Caso FS23-1041 para establecer una zona de superposición de baterías (Battery overlay zone) para Battery Energy Storage Systems.
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✓ Decidido: 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 Jun 2, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Consejo considerará la adquisición de propiedad en Jomax Road mediante dominio público
El Consejo de la Ciudad de Surprise celebrará una reunión regular con un orden del día de consentimiento que incluye un acuerdo de servicios de transporte, una licencia de proveedor inalámbrico y una ampliación del distrito de iluminación de calles. Se celebrará una audiencia pública para considerar una nueva licencia de licor de la Serie 10 para Circle K en 17050 W Cactus Rd. Los elementos del orden del día regular incluyen un acuerdo de $84,690 con el Greater Phoenix Economic Council, una enmienda al acuerdo de desarrollo con Nobella Surprise Owner LP y la autorización para adquirir propiedad a lo largo de Jomax Road entre las avenidas 155 y 160 mediante diversos medios, incluido el dominio público. El consejo también se retirará a sesión ejecutiva para entrevistar a los candidatos finalistas para Auditor de la Ciudad.
- Resolución 2026-68: Acuerdo intergubernamental con la Autoridad Regional de Transporte Público para los servicios de transporte del FY2027
- Resolución 2026-83: Licencia Maestra de Proveedor Inalámbrico con Crown Castle Fiber LLC para estructuras de soporte inalámbrico en la vía pública
- Audiencia pública para la solicitud de nueva licencia de licor de la Serie 10 por parte de Maria Danielle Burgess para Circle K #9287 en 17050 W Cactus Rd
- Resolución 2026-86: Aprobación del acuerdo de $84,690 con Greater Phoenix Economic Council para el FY2027
- Resolución 2026-32: Autorizar la adquisición de propiedad a lo largo de Jomax Road entre las avenidas 155 y 160, incluido mediante dominio público
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✓ Decidido: 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 May 26, 2026 · 14:00
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
Nominations Committee entrevista a candidatos para puestos en juntas
El Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del April 6, 2026 y luego realizará entrevistas y revisará solicitudes para nombramiento o reelección en varias juntas y comisiones de la ciudad. Los puestos incluyen el Audit Committee (2 puestos, términos de 2 años), el Board of Trustees (2 puestos, términos de 4 años), el Judicial Selection Advisory Commission (2 puestos, términos de 4 años), el Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2 puestos, términos de 4 años) y el Public Safety Retirement Police & Fire (1 puesto, término de 4 años). Todos los términos vencen el June 30, 2028 o 2030. La reunión también incluye un período de comentarios públicos.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del April 6, 2026
- Entrevistas y revisión de solicitudes para Audit Committee (2) términos de 2 años que finalizan el June 30, 2028
- Entrevistas y revisión de solicitudes para Board of Trustees (2) términos de 4 años que finalizan el June 30, 2030
- Entrevistas y revisión de solicitudes para Judicial Selection Advisory Commission (2) y Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission (2), ambos términos de 4 años que finalizan el June 30, 2030
- Entrevistas y revisión de solicitudes para Public Safety Retirement Police & Fire (1) término de 4 años que finaliza el June 30, 2030
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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
Comisión considerará ZTA para zona de superposición de almacenamiento de energía en baterías
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un Permiso de Uso Condicional para una instalación de Brake Masters en la Avenida 163 y el Bulevar Pat Tillman. También discutirán una propuesta de Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación para crear una nueva zona de superposición de Baterías para Sistemas de Almacenamiento de Energía en Baterías. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de mayo de 2026.
- Audiencia pública para Permiso de Uso Condicional para Brake Masters (servicio de vehículos: reparaciones menores) en la esquina suroeste de la Avenida 163 y el Bulevar Pat Tillman
- Presentación y discusión de la Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación para establecer la zona de superposición de Baterías (B) para Sistemas de Almacenamiento de Energía en Baterías (BESS)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación del 7 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: 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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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 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Concejo Municipal de Surprise discutirá enmiendas presupuestarias y anexiones de terrenos
El Concejo Municipal considerará varias enmiendas presupuestarias, incluidos fondos para deportes y turismo. La agenda también incluye audiencias públicas sobre una anexión de terrenos y una solicitud de reclasificación de zonificación en el Distrito 1.
- Enmienda presupuestaria de $75,000 para campeonatos de la NCAA División II
- Enmienda presupuestaria de $600,000 para pagos de campeonatos de béisbol universitario y Big 12
- Renovación de subvención de $250,000 para Programación de la Primera Infancia
- Audiencia pública para la anexión de Desert Trails de aproximadamente 10 acres
- Audiencia pública para una reclasificación de zonificación de 10.7 acres en la Avenida 163 y Dynamite Boulevard
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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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Tue May 19, 2026 · 17:00
Regular City Council Work Session
El Ayuntamiento de Surprise celebrará una sesión de trabajo con audiencia pública y discusión sobre un nuevo distrito de zonificación residencial Rural del Desierto
El Ayuntamiento de Surprise celebrará una sesión de trabajo con una audiencia pública y una discusión sobre una Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación (ZTA) para crear un nuevo distrito de zonificación residencial Rural del Desierto (DR). La enmienda también realizaría cambios relacionados con las Ordenanzas de Desarrollo de Suelo y el Código Municipal. No hay otros elementos sustanciales en el orden del día.
- Audiencia pública y discusión sobre la Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación FS25-0039 para establecer un distrito de zonificación residencial Rural del Desierto (DR) y enmendar las Ordenanzas de Desarrollo de Suelo y el Código Municipal.
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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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Thu May 14, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission discutirá libertad intelectual y políticas bibliotecarias
La Library Advisory Commission revisará las actas de la reunión del 9 de abril de 2026. El organismo recibirá una presentación sobre la Public Library Association 2026 Conference y discutirá el contexto histórico de las políticas bibliotecarias y la libertad intelectual.
- Acción sobre las actas de la reunión del 9 de abril de 2026
- Presentación sobre la asistencia a la Public Library Association 2026 Conference
- Discusión sobre la libertad intelectual y la accesibilidad de los materiales bibliotecarios
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✓ Decidido: Library Commission approves April 9 meeting minutes
The Library Advisory Commission voted unanimously to approve the April 9, 2026 meeting minutes. The commission also received staff reports on summer reading program enrollment, new Library of Things items, and a library card design contest. Presentations were given on the Public Library Association Conference and the historical context of library policies and intellectual freedom.
- Approved April 9, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
Surprise Regional Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Library Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, May 14, 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:
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 April 9, 2026,
Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation pertaining to the Public Library Association
2026 Conference and City staff attendance thereof.
Library
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the historical
context of library policies, the principles of intellectual
freedom, and the accessibility of library materials.
Library
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Cu
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Wed May 13, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
La Comisión discute Vet Fest 2026 y la presentación de Not My Kid
La Comisión revisará las actas de la reunión del 8 de abril de 2026 para su consideración y acción. Los miembros también escucharán una presentación sobre Not My Kid y discutirán los detalles y resultados de Vet Fest 2026.
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 8 de abril de 2026
- Presentación y discusión de Not My Kid
- Discusión de los detalles y resultados de Vet Fest 2026
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved HUD action plans for 2023
The commission unanimously approved the April 8 meeting minutes. They discussed results of Vet Fest 2026 and received a presentation from Not My Kid. Two HUD-related items were approved: the Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan and the NSP3 Substantial Amendment, each passing with 5 yes votes and 4 absences.
- Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission (5 yes, 4 absences)
- Approved NSP3 Substantial Amendment (5 yes, 4 absences)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, May 13, 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
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 April 8, 2026
Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission
meeting minutes.
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2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to Not My Kid. Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Discussion pertaining to the details and results of Vet
Fest 2026.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
G. Othe
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
La Comisión considerará la reclasificación de 10.7 acres en 163rd y Dynamite Boulevard
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre tres asuntos: un Permiso de Uso Condicional para un restaurante Chipotle con autoservicio, un permiso similar para un restaurante Farmer Boys, y una reclasificación de 10.7 acres de Residencial Rural a Comercial Comunitario en 163rd Avenue y Dynamite Boulevard. Además, la comisión discutirá una Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación para crear un nuevo distrito de zonificación residencial Rural Desértico. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Permiso de Uso Condicional para Chipotle con autoservicio en la esquina suroeste de 163rd Avenue y Pat Tillman Boulevard (Caso FS25-0682)
- Permiso de Uso Condicional para el restaurante Farmer Boys con autoservicio en la misma ubicación (Caso FS25-0457)
- Reclasificación de aproximadamente 10.7 acres de Residencial Rural (RR) a Comercial Comunitario (C-2) en la esquina sureste de 163rd Avenue y Dynamite Boulevard (Caso FS24-1442)
- Presentación y discusión sobre la Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación para establecer el distrito de zonificación residencial Rural Desértico (DR) (Caso FS25-0039)
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✓ Decidido: Commission approves rezone of 10.7 acres for Pure Heart Church
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval of a rezone from Rural Residential to Community Commercial for a 10.7-acre site at 163rd Avenue and Dynamite Boulevard for Pure Heart Church. It also unanimously approved two conditional use permits for Chipotle and Farmer Boys restaurants with drive-through facilities on the southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard. The Commission discussed but took no action on a proposed Desert Rural zoning district.
- Approved rezone of 10.7 acres from RR to C-2 for Pure Heart Church (6-1)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Chipotle restaurant with drive-through (7-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Farmer Boys restaurant with drive-through (7-0)
- Approved minutes of April 23, 2026 meeting (7-0)
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, May 7, 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
April 23, 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 (CUP) with Site Plan for a Chipotle restaurant with
drive-through facility on a site generally located on the
southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman
Boulevard. Case #FS25-0682.
Leslie Carnie
Community
Development
3. District 1 Consideration and action regarding a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) for a Farmer Boys restaurant with drive-
through facility on a site generally located on the
southwest corner of 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman
Boulevard. Case #FS25-0457.
Leslie Carnie
Community
Development
4. District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to a Rezone of
approximately 10.7 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to
Community Commercial (C-2) for property generally
located at the southeast corner of 163rd Avenue and
Dynamite Boulevard. Case FS24-1442.
Leslie Carnie
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
5. Citywide Presentation and d
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Comisión discutirá nueva obra de arte en Surprise Regional Library
La Comisión Asesora de Artes y Cultura considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 1 de abril de 2026. Recibirán presentaciones y discutirán sobre nueva obra de arte en Surprise Regional Library y la revisión del panel de obras de arte de los gabinetes de tráfico del FY26. No hay audiencias públicas ni decisiones financieras importantes programadas; la agenda es en gran medida procedimental y basada en discusión.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 1 de abril de 2026
- Presentación y discusión sobre nueva obra de arte en Surprise Regional Library
- Presentación y discusión sobre la revisión del panel de obras de arte de los gabinetes de tráfico del FY26
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✓ Decidido: Commission approves artists for 163rd Ave traffic cabinet project
The Commission agreed with the selection of seven visual artists and two student artists for the 163rd Ave Traffic Cabinet project. Members also approved the artwork drafts for the Surprise Regional Library mural.
- Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
- Approved artwork drafts for Surprise Regional Library mural
- Approved selection of 7 artists and 2 student artists for 163rd Ave Traffic Cabinet project
Surprise Regional Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, May 6, 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 April 1, 2026
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion regarding new artwork at
Surprise Regional Library.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the FY26
Traffic Cabinet Artwork panel review.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
El Concejo discutirá un nuevo distrito de zonificación Desert Rural y el plan de transporte
El Concejo Municipal de Surprise llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para discutir una enmienda al texto de zonificación que crea un nuevo distrito residencial Desert Rural y para revisar la actualización del Plan Maestro de Transporte de toda la ciudad. No hay votaciones programadas; la sesión es solo para discusión y presentación. Se lista una posible sesión ejecutiva sobre asuntos de personal, legales o inmobiliarios.
- Presentación y discusión de la Enmienda al Texto de Zonificación FS25-0039 para establecer un distrito de zonificación Desert Rural (DR)
- Presentación de la actualización del Plan Maestro de Transporte de toda la ciudad
- Posible sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal o negociaciones
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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). Case FS25-0039.
Jani Wertin
Community
Development
2. Citywide Transportation Master Plan Update Eric Boyles
Transportation
E. Executive Session
For information Purposes; Upon a public majority vote of a quorum of the City Council, the
Council may hold an executive session, which will not be open to the public, but for only the
following purposes:
- discussion or consideration of personnel matters (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1));
- discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection (A.R.S. §38-401.03
(A)(2));
- discussion or consultation for legal advice with the city’s attorneys (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3));
- discussion or consultation with the city’s attorneys regarding the city’s position regarding
contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litigation, or in
settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation (A.R.S.§38
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 17:45
General
La Junta de Marley Park CFD considerará el presupuesto tentativo del FY2027 y fijará una audiencia pública
La Junta del Distrito de Instalaciones Comunitarias de Marley Park considerará la adopción del presupuesto tentativo de limitación de gastos para el FY2027 (Resolución MPCFD #2026-01) y la fijación de una audiencia pública el 2 de junio de 2026. La junta también votará para aprobar las actas de la reunión del 17 de junio de 2025. La reunión incluye una orden del día de consentimiento y una llamada al público.
- Adopción del presupuesto tentativo de limitación de gastos del FY2027 para Marley Park CFD (Resolución MPCFD #2026-01)
- Fijación de una audiencia pública el 2 de junio de 2026 a las 5:30 PM en la Cámara del Consejo de Surprise para el presupuesto
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la Comisión de Marley Park CFD del 17 de junio de 2025
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16000 N Civic Center Plz, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Marley Park CFD Board Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 @ 5:45 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:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve the Marley Park
CFD Commission Meeting Minutes of June 17,
2025
City Manager Office
2. District 6 Consideration and action pertaining to adoption of the
tentative expenditure limitation budget for Marley Park
Community Facilities District for FY2027; directing
publication of said tentative budget; and setting a public
hearing on June 2, 2026, at 5:30pm at the City of
Surprise Council Chambers, 16000 N. Civic Center
Plaza, Surprise, Arizona; Resolution MPCFD #2026-01.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
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 C
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Concejo adoptará el presupuesto tentativo del AF2027, fijará audiencia para el 2 de junio
El Concejo Municipal de Surprise considerará la adopción del presupuesto tentativo de límite de gastos para el AF2027, ordenando su publicación y programando una audiencia pública para el 2 de junio de 2026. Otros puntos incluyen una audiencia pública sobre una nueva licencia de venta de bebidas alcohólicas para Graze Craze, la cesión de acuerdos de desarrollo a Waymo LLC, la aceptación de una subvención de $6,000 para horas extra de la policía, y la discusión de una carta al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional.
- Adopción del presupuesto tentativo del AF2027 (Resolución 2026-65) y fijación de una audiencia pública para el 2 de junio de 2026
- Audiencia pública sobre la licencia de venta de bebidas alcohólicas Serie 10 para Graze Craze en 15278 W Bell Road #102
- Cesión de acuerdos de pre-anexión y desarrollo de Route 14 Investment Partners LLC a Waymo LLC (Distritos 1)
- Aceptación de subvención de $6,000 de la Oficina del Gobernador de Seguridad Vial para horas extra de la policía (Resolución 2026-58)
- Creación del distrito de mejora de alumbrado Desert Oasis Par 14B 102 (Resolución 2026-27) y ampliación del distrito de alumbrado SU-COMRCEPRKWEST196
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16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, May 5, 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
Community Championship - Shadow Ridge High School Cheer
Mayoral Proclamation | Youth Week
Mayoral Proclamation | Small Business Week
Mayoral Proclamation | Economic Development Week
E. City Manager Report
6. Citywide City Court Academy Presentation City Manager Office
F. City Clerk Report
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
April 21, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. District 4 Consideration and action declaring to enlarge an existing
lighting improvement district known as City of
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Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 14:00
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Police
Comisión para revisar la aceptación de reclutas de policía en el sistema de retiro
La Comisión de Retiro de Seguridad Pública - Policía considerará la aceptación de cinco reclutas de policía en el sistema PSPRS. El organismo también discutirá el regreso al trabajo de un jubilado y el proceso para revisar los exámenes médicos.
- Posible acción para aceptar a los reclutas Mason Palecek, Kayla Adams, Courtney Larson, Lauren Lay y Riley Manley en el sistema PSPRS
- Discusión y posible acción sobre el regreso del jubilado Ryan Manley como Investigador Civil
- Posible acción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva para revisar el proceso de examen médico para la aceptación en PSPRS
- Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 22 de octubre de 2025
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16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Public Safety Retirement Commission - Police
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, April 29, 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
Mike Robbins term expires 06/30/26.
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission- Police Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Considerations and action pertaining to the review and
approval of the October 22, 2025 Public Safety
Retirement Commission – Police Meeting Minutes
Human Resources
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Internal
Consideration and possible action pertaining to the
review of medical examinations and the acceptance of
the following Police Recruits, into the PSPRS system
pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-859:
Mason Palecek
Kayla Adams
Courtney Larson
Lauren Lay
Riley Manley
Palecek was hired on September 15, 2025, Adams was
hired on September 29, 2025, Larson and Lay were hired
on October 13, 2025, and Manley was hired on
December 8, 2025.
Human Resources
3. Internal
Discussion and possible action regarding PSPRS return-
to-work retiree, Ryan Manley, as a Civilian Investigator.
Human Resources
4. Internal
Discussion and possible action to enter Executive
Session and review the process for reviewing medical
examinations for the Police Department as it pertains to
the acceptance of members into the PSPRS system
pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-859 and whether or not t
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Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 14:00
General
Concejo Municipal revisará actas de la Comisión de Jubilación de Seguridad Pública
El Concejo Municipal se reunirá para revisar las actas de una reunión anterior de la Comisión de Jubilación de Seguridad Pública y discutir la expiración del mandato de un miembro de la comisión. La sesión incluye un período de comentarios públicos y una posible sesión ejecutiva para consulta legal.
- Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la Comisión de Jubilación de Seguridad Pública del 22 de octubre de 2025
- El mandato de Kim Drayden como Presidente de las Juntas de la Comisión de Jubilación de PSPRS expira el 30 de junio de 2026
- Discusión sobre la transmisión de las reuniones de la Junta de PSPRS
- Período de comentarios públicos sobre asuntos de jurisdicción del Concejo Municipal
- Posible sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Public Safety Retirement Commission Joint Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, April 29, 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
Broadcast of PSPRS Board Meetings
Kim Drayden's term expires June 30, 2026.
Residency for Chairperson of the PSPRS Retirement Commission Boards
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission Joint Meeting
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal
Considerations and action pertaining to the review and
approval of the October 22, 2025 Public Safety
Retirement Commission – Joint Meeting Minutes
Human Resources
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 form electronically, the
City Clerk must receive the request at least one hour before the meeting start time.
Note: 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 put on
a future agenda.
Councilmembers may not discuss or respond to m
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Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 14:00
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Fire
La comisión de jubilación de bomberos considerará admitir a 20 reclutas en el PSPRS
La Comisión de Jubilación de Seguridad Pública – Bomberos considerará aprobar las actas de su reunión del 11 de febrero de 2026 y posiblemente aceptar a 20 reclutas de bomberos en el Sistema de Jubilación del Personal de Seguridad Pública tras revisar los exámenes médicos. La comisión también planea discutir la entrada en sesión ejecutiva para revisar registros médicos relacionados con una solicitud de jubilación por discapacidad del bombero Matthew S. Morris.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 11 de febrero de 2026
- Aprobación de las actas de la sesión ejecutiva del 11 de febrero de 2026
- Aceptación de 20 reclutas de bomberos (contratados el 5 de enero y el 2 de febrero de 2026) en el PSPRS tras la revisión de exámenes médicos
- Discusión y posible acción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva sobre los hallazgos del examen médico independiente para la solicitud de jubilación por discapacidad del bombero Matthew S. Morris
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✓ Decidido: Board approves firefighter recruits into the retirement system
The Public Safety Retirement Commission approved the entry of 19 firefighter recruits into the PSPRS system. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and authorized an executive session to review medical records for a disability application.
- Approved February 11, 2026, regular meeting minutes
- Approved February 11, 2026, executive meeting minutes
- Approved entry of 19 firefighter recruits into the PSPRS system
- Approved entry into executive session to review medical records for Matthew S. Morris
16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Public Safety Retirement Commission - Fire
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, April 29, 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
Dan Anderson's term expires 06/30/2026.
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission- Fire Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Considerations and action pertaining to the review and
approval of the February 11, 2026 Public Safety
Retirement Commission – Fire Meeting Minutes
Human Resources
2. Internal
Considerations and action pertaining to the review and
approval of the February 11, 2026 Public Safety
Retirement Commission – Executive Fire Meeting
Minutes
Human Resources
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
3. Internal
Consideration and possible action pertaining to the
review of medical examinations and the acceptance of
the following Firefighter Recruits, into the PSPRS system
pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-859:
Cory Davis, Cesar Delgado, James Emler, Ryan
Enouen, Kevin Gumbiner, Kaleb Kjer, Tucker Hill, Levi
Lundberg, Robert Harris, Jack Hayward, Jacob Hodgson,
Remington McBride and Carson Sandoval- hired on
January 5, 2026.
Jacob Bradshaw, Ethan Duganz, Levi Lepinski, Levi
Oster, Ryan Pavia, Andre Rodriguez, and Gabriel Ruff-
hired on February 2, 2026.
Human Resources
4. Internal
Discussion and possible action to enter Executive
Session and review the Independent Medical E
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
Comisión discutirá el Plan Maestro de Parks & Recreation
La Comisión Asesora de Parks & Recreation considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 2 de febrero de 2026 y recibirá una presentación y discusión sobre el Plan Maestro de Parks & Recreation de toda la ciudad. No hay audiencias públicas ni temas de votación programados.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la Comisión Asesora de Parks & Recreation del 2 de febrero de 2026
- Presentación y discusión sobre el Plan Maestro de Parks & Recreation de la City of Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
15960 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, April 27, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Recreation Conference Room
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 February 2, 2026, Parks and Recreation Advisory
Commission.
Parks and
Recreation
2. Internal Presentation and discussion pertaining to the City of
Surprise Parks & Recreation Master Plan.
Parks and
Recreation
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 ask that the matter be put on a future agenda. No discussion or action shall t
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Se debatió una enmienda al texto de zonificación para crear el distrito Rural Desierto
La Comisión de Planeamiento y Zonificación celebrará una audiencia pública y una discusión sobre una enmienda al texto de zonificación (ZTA) para establecer un nuevo distrito de zonificación residencial, Rural Desierto (DR), dentro de las Ordenanzas de Desarrollo de Tierras de Surprise. La comisión también considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión regular del 2 de abril de 2026 en el orden del día.
- Audiencia pública sobre la enmienda al texto de zonificación FS25-0039 para crear el distrito residencial Rural Desierto (DR)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión regular del 2 de abril de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Commission discusses new Desert Rural residential zoning district
The Commission held a presentation and discussion regarding a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to establish the Desert Rural (DR) residential zoning district. The session included a public hearing where residents expressed views on rural area changes and battery energy storage systems.
- Approved April 2, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0, one abstention)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, April 23, 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
April 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
Meeting Minutes.
Trever Fleetham
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. 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). Case FS25-0039.
Trever Fleetham
Community
Development
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 r
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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Concejo considerará la desafectación de 116,140 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía en Jomax Road
El Concejo Municipal de Surprise llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la desafectación de 116,140 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía a lo largo de Jomax Road al oeste de la Avenida 173 (Resolución 2026-43). Otros puntos incluyen una enmienda al código que permite que dos o más miembros del concejo incluyan puntos en la agenda con 24 horas de aviso (Ordenanza 2026-05), la aprobación de un IGA de Aparatos de Bomberos con múltiples distritos de bomberos (Resolución 2026-42), una enmienda presupuestaria para servicios del Programa de Acción Comunitaria ($27,300) y una actualización del personal sobre la instalación propuesta de DHS. La agenda de consentimiento incluye nombramientos para las Comisiones Asesoras de Parques y Recreación y de Artes y Cultura, aprobación de actas y ajustes presupuestarios del departamento de policía para patrocinios.
- Audiencia pública para desafectar 116,140 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía en Jomax Road al oeste de la Avenida 173 (Resolución 2026-43)
- Enmendar el Código Municipal para permitir que dos miembros del concejo incluyan puntos en la agenda con 24 horas de aviso (Ordenanza 2026-05)
- Aprobar IGA para el uso de aparatos de bomberos con múltiples distritos de bomberos (Resolución 2026-42)
- Enmienda presupuestaria FY2026 de $27,300 para servicios del Programa de Acción Comunitaria (Resolución 2026-44)
- Actualización del personal sobre la instalación propuesta de DHS
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Amended on 4/17/26*
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
Mayoral Proclamation National Crime Victims' Rights Week
Community Championship - Willow Canyon State Championship
E. City Manager Report
F. City Clerk Report
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation for appointment of Patrick Campbell to
the Parks & Recreation and Advisory Commission, Term
Expiration June 30, 2027.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation for appointment of Kurwin Forest to the
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission, Term Expiration
June 30, 2029.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
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Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
La Comisión de Bibliotecas revisará actas y discutirá el desempeño de la Biblioteca Asante
La Comisión de Bibliotecas de Surprise revisará las actas de la reunión del 12 de marzo de 2026 y discutirá el desempeño y la dirección futura de la Biblioteca Asante. El organismo también revisará las bases de datos de bibliotecas públicas.
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 12 de marzo de 2026
- Presentación sobre el desempeño de la Biblioteca Asante
- Discusión sobre las bases de datos de la Biblioteca Pública de Surprise
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✓ Decidido: Library Advisory Commission approves March 12 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting. The session included staff reports on library statistics and presentations regarding the Asante Library's performance and available library databases.
- Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
Asante Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Library Advisory Commission
16755 W. Vereda Solana Dr.
Surprise, AZ 85387
Thursday, April 9, 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 March 12,
2026 Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion on the Asante Library's
performance and future direction and service
enhancements.
Library
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion on Surprise Public Library
databases.
Library
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Wednesday, April 1
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Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
La Comisión discutirá la planificación final para Vet Fest 2026
La Comisión de Veteranos, Discapacidad y Servicios Humanos considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 11 de marzo de 2026 y discutirá los detalles de la planificación final para Vet Fest 2026. No hay audiencias públicas ni decisiones financieras significativas en la agenda.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 11 de marzo de 2026
- Discusión de la planificación final para Vet Fest 2026
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✓ Decidido: Commission approves March meeting minutes and discusses Vet Fest 2026
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from March 11, 2026. Members discussed final planning details for Vet Fest 2026. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, April 8, 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
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 March 11,
2026 Veterans, Disability & Human Services
Commission meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Discussion pertaining to the final planning details of Vet
Fest 2026.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
G. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
H. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
PO
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
El Consejo Municipal de Surprise discutirá el presupuesto del FY2027 y los informes de auditoría interna
El Consejo Municipal de Surprise celebrará una sesión de trabajo para discutir el presupuesto del FY2027 y los informes de auditoría interna. La reunión también incluirá una presentación sobre los recursos hídricos. El consejo podría entrar en una sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal.
- Presentación sobre el presupuesto del FY2027
- Presentación sobre los informes de auditoría interna
- Presentación sobre los recursos hídricos
- Sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal
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✓ Decidido: Council discusses audit and water reports; no votes
The Surprise City Council held a work session on April 7, 2026, featuring presentations on internal audit reports and an update on the city's water resources. No substantive votes were taken; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Agenda Amended on 4/6/26*
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 internal audit
reports approved by the City of Surprise Audit
Committee.
Melissa Moreno
City Auditor
2. Citywide * Presentation and discussion pertaining to the FY2027
Budget
Sandy Simmons
Finance
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion regarding an update on the
City’s water resources.
Michael Boule
Water Resource
Management
E. Executive Session
For information Purposes; Upon a public majority vote of a quorum of the City Council, the
Council may hold an executive session, which will not be open to the public, but for only the
following purposes:
- discussion or consideration of personnel matters (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1));
- discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection (A.R.S. §38-401.03
(A)(2));
- discussion or consultation for legal advice with the city’s attorneys (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3));
- discussion or consultation with the city’s attorneys regarding the city’s position regarding
contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litiga
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
El Concejo Municipal considerará un cambio de presupuesto de $7 millones para los servicios de policía y bomberos
El Concejo Municipal discutirá varias enmiendas presupuestarias, incluyendo financiamiento para la seguridad pública y mejoras de los servicios de agua. La reunión también incluye audiencias públicas para licencias de licores y múltiples solicitudes de rezonificación de propiedades en el Distrito 1.
- Enmienda presupuestaria para mover $7,000,000 de Contingencia General a los Fondos Generales de Policía ($3,100,000) y Bomberos-Médicos ($3,900,000)
- Rezonificación de aproximadamente 264.9 acres al sur de Deer Valley Road entre 223rd Avenue y 231st Avenue
- Rezonificación de aproximadamente 120 acres en la esquina noreste de Deer Valley Road y 227th Avenue
- Enmienda presupuestaria de $405,000 de Contingencia al Proyecto P71530, Circle City Enhancements
- Recomendaciones de licencias de licores para First Watch (23350 N 163rd Ave), Circle K (16256 W Jomax Rd) y Turquoise Wine Bar (14462 W Elm Street)
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✓ Decidido: City Council approves two major rezones and four liquor licenses
The Council approved the rezoning of approximately 385 acres for residential and commercial use. They also authorized several budget amendments and approved four liquor license recommendations. A presentation was held regarding the Grand Avenue Corridor Study.
- Approved $405,000 budget move to Circle City Enhancements (7-0)
- Approved creation of Desert Oasis Parcel 14B #102 Street Lighting Improvement District (7-0)
- Approved liquor license for First Watch #1172 (7-0)
- Approved liquor license for Circle K Store #9626 (7-0)
- Approved liquor licenses (Series 07 and 10) for Turquoise Wine Bar (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 264.9 acres to R-1, R-2, and OS-1 south of Deer Valley Road (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 120 acres to R-1 and C-2 at Deer Valley Road and 227th Avenue (7-0)
- Approved $500,000 budget move to Parks & Recreation Asset Replacement Fund (7-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Agenda Amended on 4/6/26*
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
Eagle Scout Achievement - Dresden LeMoine
Water Awareness Month Mayoral Proclamation
Fair Housing Mayoral Proclamation
E. City Manager Report
F. City Clerk Report
Election Update
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
March 3, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to approval of a
Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendment by moving budget
in the amount of $405,000 from Contingency to Project
P71530, Circle City Enhance
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 10:00
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
Comité entrevistará para dos vacantes en comisiones asesoras
El Comité de Nominaciones de Juntas y Comisiones considerará la aprobación de las actas de su reunión del 15 de enero. Luego realizará entrevistas y revisará solicitudes para cubrir una vacante en la Comisión Asesora de Parques y Recreación (mandato hasta junio de 2027) y una vacante en la Comisión Asesora de Artes y Cultura (mandato hasta junio de 2029). No se programan otras decisiones sustantivas.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 15 de enero de 2026
- Realizar entrevistas para la vacante de la Comisión Asesora de Parques y Recreación (mandato que expira el 30 de junio de 2027)
- Realizar entrevistas para la vacante de la Comisión Asesora de Artes y Cultura (mandato que expira el 30 de junio de 2029)
- Revisar solicitudes para ambas vacantes de comisiones asesoras
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, April 6, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
SAGUARO ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
meeting held on January 15, 2026.
City Clerk
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will
conduct interviews for the following vacant positions: (1)
position on the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Commission, Term Expiration on June 30, 2027; (1)
position on the Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission,
Term Expiration June 30, 2029.
City Clerk
3. Citywide The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will
review applications for the following vacant positions: (1)
position on the Parks & Recreation Advisory
Commission, Term Expiration on June 30, 2027; (1)
position on the Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission,
Term Expiration June 30, 2029.
City Clerk
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 electronica
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Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on auto service center near Bullard and Cactus
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a minor automobile service center west of Bullard Avenue and south of Cactus Road. The consent agenda includes approval of the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes. Other items are procedural or staff reports.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (CUP) with Site Plan for a minor automobile service center at Rancho Gabriela PAD (Case FS25-0825)
- Consideration and approval of February 19, 2026 regular meeting minutes
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✓ Decidido: Commission approves conditional use permit for Grease Monkey automobile service center
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a minor automobile service center located west of Bullard Avenue and south of Cactus Road. The decision included stipulations 'a' through 'e' as outlined in the staff report.
- Approved February 19, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Grease Monkey — Surprise, Case FS25-0825 (6-0)
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, April 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
February 19, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 6 Consideration and action pertaining to the Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) with Site Plan for a minor automobile
service center, generally located west of Bullard Avenue
and south of Cactus Road within the Rancho Gabriela
Planned Area Development (PAD). Case FS25-0825.
Alex Ferruccio
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
t
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CITY OF SURPRISE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
April 2, 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 April 2, 2026.
A. ROLL CALL
In attendance were, Commissioner Kevin Perry, Commissioner Jared Holland, Chair Ken
Chapman, Vice Chair Anthony Spata, Commissioner Lisa Everett, and Commissioner Dennis
Bash. Commissioner Jay Leonard had an excused absence.
STAFF PRESENT:
Bianca Cortez, Assistant City Attorney; Jacinda Stephens, Assistant City Attorney; Lloyd
Abrams, Assistant City Manager and Director of Community Development; Tiffany Copp,
Assistant Director of Community Development; Trever Fleetham, Interim Assistant Director of
Community Development; Chris Sexton, Senior Planner; Sara Camarillo, Administrative
Specialist, Sr. and Renee Puig-Hink, Management Analyst, Sr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
e None
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
e None
D. STAFF REPORT
e« None
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item 1 — Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the February 19, 2026, Planning and
Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes.
Commissioner Bash made a motion to approve the February 19, 2026, Planning and Zoning
Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Holland seconded the motion. Chair Chapman
abstained. Motion passed with 4
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Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission to set FY 2027 meeting calendar
The commission will consider the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes and approve the meeting calendar for Fiscal Year 2027. Members will also receive presentations regarding the Surprise Arts volunteer program and advocacy opportunities.
- Approval of February 4, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation on Surprise Arts volunteer program
- Discussion on SACAC Advocacy Opportunities
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2027 meeting calendar
artsculturevolunteerscity-calendar
✓ Decidido: Commission approves February minutes and FY27 meeting calendar
The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and the Fiscal Year 2027 meeting schedule. The new calendar includes a 6:30 PM start time and replaces the September 2 meeting with an all-day commissioner retreat.
- Approved February 4, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved FY27 meeting calendar with amendments (6-0)
Surprise Regional Library, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, April 1, 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 February 4,
2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting
minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Surprise
Arts volunteer program.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
3. Citywide Discussion and presentation pertaining to SACAC
Advocacy Opportunities
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
4. Citywide Discussion and action pertaining to the
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Avenue
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library Programming Room
Meeting Minutes - FINAL
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair Crystal Kupper, Vice-Chair Dr. Charlotte Pullins, Hassan Rasul, Katherine Dunphy,
Margaret Lieu, Susan deJong.
Absent: None
Staff: Julie Akerly — Arts & Culture Manager, Luis Payan — Patron Services Coordinator, Pinky
Guerrero — Arts Development Coordinator
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Akerly, Arts & Culture Manager, reported on the following items:
The HeART and Culture of Surprise Award program was given to recipient Sherry
Aguila during Founders Day on March 28.
Maintenance and restoration work on the City's art collection will be completed this
week.
Panelist opportunities are coming up for commissioners; staff will be reaching out to
schedule.
A discount code is available to Commissioners for Surprise Arts ticketed events.
Surprise Arts is now live. Commissioners are encouraged to view upcoming show
information, sign up for the email list, and follow on social media.
E Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
e Minutes
e Volunteer Program
e Advocacy Opportunities
e FY2027 Meeting Calendar
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Consideration and action pertaining to the February 4, 2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory
Commission meeting minutes.
e Commissioner Dr. Pullins m
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Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 18:00
Judicial Selection Advisory Commission
Judicial Selection Commission to select chair and vice-chair
The Judicial Selection Advisory Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, select a chair and vice-chair, and review procedural rules. The public may address the commission on non-agenda items.
- Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
- Selection of a Commission Chair
- Selection of a Commission Vice-Chair
- Review of Commission Procedural Rules
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✓ Decidido: Commission retains Chair Carey and Vice-Chair Furuya
The Judicial Selection Advisory Commission approved the March 26, 2025, meeting minutes. The commission voted to retain the current Chair and Vice-Chair for the upcoming year.
- Approved March 26, 2025, meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Retained Chair Carey as Chair (7-0)
- Retained Vice-Chair Furuya as Vice-Chair (7-0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Judicial Selection Advisory Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Saguaro Room
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Judicial Selection Advisory Commission Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the March 26, 2025, Judicial Selection Advisory
Commission meeting minutes.
Human Resources
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of a
Chair for the Judicial Selection Advisory Commission.
Human Resources
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of a
Vice-Chair for the Judicial Selection Advisory
Commission.
Human Resources
4. Citywide Discussion and review pertaining to the Judicial
Selection Advisory Commission Procedural Rules.
Human Resources
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 juris
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CITY OF SURPRISE
JUDICIAL SELECTION ADVISORY COMMISSION (JSAC) MINUTES
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
A. Call to Order – the meeting was called to order by Chair Carey at 6:00 p.m.
B. Roll Call - Members present: Chair Carey, Vice-Chair Furuya, Commissioners Jessen,
Lang, Pritchard, Stutzman, and Valles.
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports – Commissioner Pritchard was welcomed by the other
Commissioners
E. Staff Reports – Staff advised board members to monitor their emails for commission
reappointment notification from Surprise City Clerk.
F. Judicial Selection Advisory Commission Agenda
Consent Agenda:
Regular Agenda:
1. Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of the March 26, 2025,
Judicial Selection Advisory Commission meeting minutes – APPROVED
Motion: Jessen
2nd: Furuya
Votes: 6 Yes Votes; Votes; 0 No Votes; 1 Abstain Vote
2. Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of a Chair for the Judicial
Selection Advisory Commission. Chair Carey provided a brief overview of the
yearly appointment requirement and opened the item for nomination. Commissioner
Lang made a motion that the Chair be retained as Chair.
Motion: Lang
2nd: Stutzman
Votes: 7 Yes Votes; Votes; 0 No Votes
3. Consideration and action pertaining to the selection of a Vice-Chair for the Judicial
Selection Advisory Commission. Chair Carey provided a brief overvie
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Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission to review new programs, literacy challenge results
The Library Advisory Commission will consider approval of the February 12 meeting minutes and receive presentations on new library programs, initiatives, and staff successes at Surprise Regional Library. The commission will also discuss the results and feedback from the Mayor's Literacy Challenge 2026. No public hearings or budgetary decisions are scheduled.
- Approval of February 12, 2026 Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes
- Presentation on new programs, initiatives, and staff successes at Surprise Regional Library
- Presentation on successes and feedback from the Mayor's Literacy Challenge 2026
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved February minutes and adjourned the meeting
The Library Advisory Commission approved the February 12, 2026 meeting minutes with five affirmative votes. Later, the commission voted to adjourn the March 12 meeting at 6:47 p.m., also with five affirmative votes. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5 yes votes)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:47 p.m. (5 yes votes)
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Library Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, March 12, 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:
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 February 12,
2026 Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to new programs,
initiatives, and staff successes at the Surprise Regional
Library.
Library
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion on the successes and
feedback on the Mayor’s Literacy Challenge 2026.
Library
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournment
KRISTI
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Library Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Thursday, March 12, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Surprise Regional Library
Meeting Minutes
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair Desiree VanLoon, Vice Chair Tomasina DiCapo, Commission members Annie Ansell,
Deborah Gentry and Mark McCall
Absent: Commission members Kady McCarthy and MaryAnne Riodique
Staff: Ashley Ware — City Librarian, Heather Donaldson and Sr. Management Analyst and
Kelsey Lamphier — Director
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Ware reported on the following items:
e Books & Baseball Month is upon us. Patrons are using their free tickets from Mayor's
Literacy Challenge to go to some awesome spring training games. We have had
specialty programs with baseball crafts and this weekend we have a person coming in
to talk about baseball cards and trading! They donated over 6,000 cards to give out to
patrons.
e Multigen has hit a slight snag and will be delaying the estimated open time from
June/July to July/August.
e Out of the Park music festival is coming up and there is an offer released today for
library patrons to use a special code BOOKSROCK for $15 off! We love how Sports,
Entertainment, and Culture support us in so many ways.
e Weare searching for 2 new interns. They would be helping with the new processing
and retro labeling projects.
E. Library Commission Agenda
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and action per
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Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 16:15
City Audit Committee
Audit Committee reviews FY 2024-2025 annual financial report and audit reports
The City Audit Committee will hear presentations and discuss the fiscal year 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Capital Improvement Plan Audit Report, Fire-Medical Payroll Audit Report, and the Audit Recommendations Status Report as of February 3, 2026. Possible actions may be taken on the two audit reports. The committee will also consider approval of the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion of the FY 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
- Presentation, discussion, and possible action on the Capital Improvement Plan Audit Report
- Presentation, discussion, and possible action on the Fire-Medical Payroll Audit Report
- Presentation and discussion of the Audit Recommendations Status Report as of February 3, 2026
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✓ Decidido: Audit Committee approves Capital Improvement Plan and Fire‑Medical payroll audit reports
The committee approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved and authorized distribution of both the Capital Improvement Plan Audit Report and the Fire‑Medical Payroll Audit Report, each by a 4‑0 vote. No motions were required for the FY 2024‑2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation or the Audit Recommendations Status Report. The meeting adjourned at 4:44 p.m.
- Approved October 20, 2025 Audit Committee minutes (4-0)
- Approved and distributed Capital Improvement Plan Audit Report (4-0)
- Approved and distributed Fire-Medical Payroll Audit Report (4-0)
- Presented FY 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report; no motion required
- Discussed Audit Recommendations Status Report; no motion required
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Audit Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 @ 4:15 PM
Lobby Conference Room, First Floor
CH 1F N1-150
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 October 20,
2025, meeting minutes.
City Auditor
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the fiscal year
2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
(ACFR) and associated reports.
City Auditor
3. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and possible action pertaining
to the Capital Improvement Plan Audit Report.
City Auditor
4. Citywide Presentation, discussion, and possible action pertaining
to the Fire-Medical Payroll Audit Report.
City Auditor
5. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the summary
of the Audit Recommendations Status Report as of
February 3, 2026.
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 th
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Audit Committee Meeting
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 — 4:15 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Connie Bowers called the Audit Committee Meeting to order at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday,
March 11, 2026, at Surprise City Hall, Lobby Conference Room N1-150, 16000 North Civic Center
Plaza Surprise, Arizona 85374.
ROLL CALL
Vice Chair Connie Bowers, Councilmember Chris Judd, Councilmember Earle Greenberg (virtual
attendance), Committee Member Gloria Dailey, Finance Director Sandy Simmons, and Parks and
Recreation Director Holly Osborn (absent).
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CURRENT EVENTS AND REPORTS
None.
STAFF REPORTS
City Auditor Carol Holley has retired. Melissa Moreno will be the Acting City Auditor until the City
Council appoints a City Auditor.
Tatiana Young has resigned from the audit committee. Gloria Dailey’s term was corrected to end on
June 30, 2028.
STAFF PRESENT
Acting City Auditor Melissa Moreno, Internal Auditor Angela Hanson, Acting Assistant Director of
Finance Mari Lugo, Assistant Finance Director Nicole Lewis, Director of Human Resources Joesette
Frausto, Payroll and HRIS Manager Rebecca Lee, Interim Fire Chief Kevin Spirlong, and Deputy
Chief Fire Administration Cody Worrell.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Finance Director Sandy Simmons stated that Assistant Director of Finance Erick Martin is no longer
with the City, and that Mari Lugo will serve as the Acting Assistant Director of Finance.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM
1.
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Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
Commission to act on PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan
The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and act on the PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan. The body will also receive a presentation from the Arizona Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities.
- Public hearing and action on PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan
- Presentation from Arizona Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities
- Discussion of Vet Fest 2026 event planning details
- Approval of February 11, 2026 meeting minutes
veteransdisability-serviceshuman-servicesannual-action-planvet-fest-2026
✓ Decidido: Commission approved the PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan and prior minutes
The commission voted to approve the PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan. It also approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved PY26 Draft Annual Action Plan (7 Yes)
- Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes (7 Yes)
- Adjourned meeting (7 Yes)
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Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 11, 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
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:
1. Citywide Discussion and action pertaining to the PY26 Draft
Annual Action Plan approval.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the February 11,
2026 Veterans, Disability & Human Services
Commission meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion from the Arizona
Department of Economic Secu
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VETERANS, DISABILITY, AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
March 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
CALL TO ORDER:
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 March 11, 2026.
ROLL CALL
In attendance were Chair Michael Tree, Vice-Chair Julie Kent-Partridge,
Commissioners John Billcheck, Dr. Gwen Maxfield, Allison Wisniewski, Olivia Fryer,
and Charles Manuel.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
STAFF PRESENT:
Human Services & Community Vitality Director, Seth Dyson, and Administrative
Specialist, Victoria Simmons.
CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
Chair Tree reported on the following:
In an effort to support and grow the quality of life in Surprise, the Mayor and City
Council offer the Surprise Community Outreach Program (SCOP). The program
provides financial assistance to qualified nonprofits that provide direct services to
City of Surprise residents. The FY2027 application period is now open, and
applications will be accepted through Friday, May 1, 2026.
A pre-application meeting will be available to all applicants in person on Monday,
March 23 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room of City Hall. This meeting is
recommended for all new applicants. The meeting will include information about the
community outreach program and application process. For more information,
pleas
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Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 15:00
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board to consider FY2027 budgets
The board will review second-quarter financial reports for healthcare self-insurance and workers' compensation. Members will also consider approving the FY2027 budgets for the Health Benefit Trust Fund and the Workers' Compensation Plan.
- Approval of recommended FY2027 Health Benefit Trust Fund Budget
- Approval of FY2027 Workers' Compensation Plan Budget
- CBIZ Consulting FY2026 2nd Quarter Report presentation
- Unaudited Employee Healthcare Self Insurance and Workers' Compensation Fund FY2026 2nd Quarter Financial Report
- Election of Board Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
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Health Benefits Trust Fund Board Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OVERFLOW 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 approval of the
December 3, 2025 Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
meeting minutes
Finance
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to CBIZ
Consulting FY2026 2nd Quarter Report
Joesette Frausto
Finance
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the City's
unaudited Employee Healthcare Self Insurance Fund
and Workers' Compensation Fund Financial Report for
FY2026 2nd Quarter
Sandy Simmons
Finance
4. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the recommended FY2027 Health Benefit Trust Fund
Budget
Sandy Simmons
Finance
5. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the approval of
the FY2027 Workers' Compensation Plan Budget
Finance
6. Internal Consideration and action to elect a Chairperson for the
Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
Sandy Simmons
Finance
7. Internal Consideration and action to elect a Vice-Chairperson for
the Health Benefits Trust Fund Board
Sandy Simmons
Finance
G. Call To The Public
INSTRUCTIONS: In order to address the City Council, you w
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Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
City presents policies for deaccessioning artwork and volunteer program
The Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission will hear a citywide presentation on policies and procedures for deaccessioning city-owned artwork. It will also receive a presentation and discussion about the Surprise Arts volunteer program. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a public call for comments on non‑agenda issues.
- Citywide presentation on policies and procedures for deaccessioning City-owned artwork
- Citywide presentation and discussion on the Surprise Arts volunteer program
- Public call for comments on non‑agenda issues (no action taken)
- Standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, staff reports, adjournment)
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Surprise Regional Library, Surprise
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Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, March 4, 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 Presentation pertaining to policies and procedures for
deacessioning City-owned artwork.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Surprise
Arts volunteer program.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Thursday, February 26th
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Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 17:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider rezone of 264.9 acres near Deer Valley Road
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezone of 264.9 acres from Mesquite Mountain Ranch PAD to residential and open space. Other major items include annexing 5.57 acres, approving a sign program for the community resource center, accepting a $75,000 grant for a paramedicine program, and reviewing the FY2025 annual audit.
- Rezone 264.9 acres south of Deer Valley Road between 223rd and 231st avenues to R-1, R-2, and OS-1 (Ordinance #2026-06).
- Annexation of 5.57 acres of county land along Dixileta Drive and 179th Avenue (Ordinance #2026-09).
- Budget amendment of $75,000 from General Contingency for a community paramedicine program funded by Banner University Family Care.
- Approval of Amendment No.1 for the Utility Assistance Program adding $20,000 for APS bill assistance (Resolution #2026-30).
- Vacation of 324,520 sq ft of right-of-way along Grand Avenue frontage road, Pinnacle Peak Road, and 175th Avenue.
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✓ Decidido: City Council approved annexation of 5.57 acres and multiple budget amendments
The council approved the annexation of about 5.57 acres of county land (Ordinance #2026-09). It also approved several FY 2026 budget amendments, including $20,000 for utility assistance and $75,000 for a community paramedicine program. A motion to continue the rezoning public hearing was passed, and the multi‑generational community resource center sign program was approved. The consent agenda, including approval of the February 17 minutes, was adopted.
- Approved annexation of ~5.57 acres (Ordinance #2026-09) – Vote Passed
- Approved FY 2026 budget amendment moving $20,000 to APS utility bill assistance (Resolution #2026-30) – Vote Passed
- Approved FY 2026 budget amendment moving $75,000 to community paramedicine project G34072 (Resolution #2026-29) – Vote Passed
- Approved FY 2026 budget amendment moving $34,400 to Grants Fund for Firehouse Subs equipment (Resolution #2026-35) – Vote Passed
- Approved FY 2026 budget amendment increasing Human Service and Community Vitality donations budget by $43,000 and sponsorships budget by $15,000 (Resolution 2026-28) – Vote Passed
- Motion to continue rezoning public hearing – Vote Passed
- Approved multi‑generational community resource center sign program (Motion to Approve) – Vote Passed
- Approved consent agenda, including February 17 minutes – Vote Passed
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 @ 5:00 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:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
February 17, 2026, Regular City Council Work Session
and Regular City Council Meeting.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to appro
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Regular City Council Meeting
API 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
su RERISE Tuesday, March 3, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular Council Meeting of March 3rd, 2026 to order at 5:00 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Invocation
Brittney McGuire led in the Invocation.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg, Council members Chris
Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Johnny Melton and Nick Haney.
Pledge of Allegiance
Youth Council Members led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
City Manager Report
City Manager sub-text
Reports
City Manager, Andrea Davis presented Shelby Fenwick. Shelby introduced the Youth Council
Members.
Peyton Anthony, Highland Prep
Connor Wilson, Valley Vista High
City Clerk Report
Reports
Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion: To Approve
Initiated By: Nick Haney
Seconded By: Patrick Duffy
Yes: Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Chris Judd, Nick Haney, Kevin Sartor, Johnny Melton, Earle
Greenberg
No: None
Abstain: None
Vote Result: Passed
Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the February 17, 2026, Regular City Council
Work Session and Regular City Council Meeting.
Consideration and action pertaining to approval of Amendment No.1 to the Independent Contract
between the City of Surprise and Arizona Community Action Assoc
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Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on rezone of 120 acres at Deer Valley and 227th Ave
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezone of approximately 120 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to Residential Low Density (R-1) and Community Commercial (C-2) at the northeast corner of Deer Valley Road and 227th Avenue. A separate public hearing will consider a comprehensive sign program for the Multi-Generational Community Resource Center at Santa Fe Drive and Hollyhock Street. The consent agenda includes approval of the February 5, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on rezone of ~120 acres from RR to R-1 and C-2 at northeast corner of Deer Valley Rd and 227th Ave
- Public hearing on CIP Project 51010 Multi-Generational Community Resource Center Comprehensive Sign Program at W. Santa Fe Dr and N. Hollyhock St
- Consent agenda: approval of February 5, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
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Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, February 19, 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
February 5, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to a Rezone of
approximately 120 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to
Residential Low Density (R-1) and Community
Commercial (C-2) for property generally located at the
northeast corner of Deer Valley Road and 227th Avenue.
Chris Sexton
Community
Development
3. District 4 Consideration and action pertaining to the CIP Project
51010 Multi-Generational Community Resource Center
Comprehensive Sign Program for the Surprise
Community and Resource Center generally located at W.
Santa Fe Dr. and N. Hollyhock St. Case FS25-0835.
Aslesha Basnet
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
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
February 19, 2026 / 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
CALL TO ORDER.
Vice Chair Spata 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 February 19, 2026.
A. ROLL CALL
In attendance were, Commissioner Kevin Perry, Commissioner Jared Holland, Vice Chair
Anthony Spata, Commissioner Lisa Everett, and Commissioner Dennis Bash. Chair Ken
Chapman and Commissioner Jay Leonard had an excused absence.
STAFF PRESENT:
Jeff Murray, City Attorney; Lloyd Abrams, Assistant City Manager and Director of Community
Development; Seth Dyson, Director Human Services and Community Vitality; Trever
Fleetham, Interim Assistant Director of Community Development; Chris Sexton, Senior
Planner; Renee Puig-Hink, Management Analyst, Sr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
e None
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
e Moment of silence for the passing of Commissioner Keating.
D. STAFF REPORT
« Zoning Text Amendment for the Battery Energy Storage Systems will be presented at
the March 5, 2026 Planning and Zoning Meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item 1 - Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the February 5, 2026, Planning and
Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes.
Commissioner Bash made a motion to approve the February 5, 2026, Planning and Zoning
Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. Commi
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 11:00
Council Subcommittee on Community Outreach, Partnerships & Grants Meeting
Council to consider FY27 grant timeline and applications
The Surprise Council Subcommittee will consider the timeline and application for the FY27 Community Outreach Program grant and review FY26 SCOP Awards. The meeting also includes approval of the September 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
- Consideration of FY27 Community Outreach Program grant timeline
- Consideration of FY27 Community Outreach Program grant application
- Discussion of FY26 SCOP Awards
- Call to the Public
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Subcommittee on Community Outreach Partnerships and Grants
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 11:00 AM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OVERFLOW 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 September 8, 2025 Council Subcommittee on
Community Outreach, Partnerships and Grants meeting
minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the timeline of the
Surprise Community Outreach Program grant for FY27.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to the application of
the Surprise Community Outreach Program grant for
FY27.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
4. Citywide Discussion and update of the FY26 SCOP Awards. 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(
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Public hearing on Vistas Montanas Annexation and votes on development agreements
The Surprise City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Vistas Montanas Annexation (Case FS25-0291) and consider several non-public hearing items, including the Mesquite Mountain Ranch V Development Agreement, a resolution of intent to annex for Desert Trails, a cell tower lease at Section 10 Pocket Park, and a $100,000 budget amendment for the Big 12 Baseball Championships. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, correction of Audit Committee term dates, and intergovernmental agreements with Goodyear and Maricopa County.
- Public hearing on Vistas Montanas Annexation (Case FS25-0291)
- Consideration of Mesquite Mountain Ranch V Development Agreement (Resolution 2026-14)
- Resolution of Intent to Annex for Desert Trails (Case FS25-0856, Resolution 2026-15)
- Budget amendment of $100,000 from General Contingency to Tourism Fund for Big 12 Baseball Championships (Resolution 2026-25)
- Cell Tower Lease Agreement at Section 10 Pocket Park (Resolution 2026-18)
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✓ Decidido: Council approves $100,000 tourism fund shift for Big 12 baseball championship
The City Council voted to move $100,000 from the General Contingency account to the Tourism Fund for the Big 12 Baseball Championships (Resolution #2026-25). It also approved the Mesquite Mountain Ranch V Development Agreement, an annexation for Desert Trails, and a cell‑tower lease at Section 10 Pocket Park, along with several intergovernmental agreements in the consent agenda. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote and no abstentions.
- Approved $100,000 budget amendment to Tourism Fund for Big 12 Baseball Championships (6‑0) (Resolution #2026-25)
- Approved Mesquite Mountain Ranch V Development Agreement (6‑0) (Resolution #2026-14)
- Approved Intent to Annex Desert Trails portion of project (6‑0) (Resolution 2026-15)
- Approved Cell Tower Lease Agreement at Section 10 Pocket Park (6‑0) (Resolution #2026-18)
- Approved consent agenda items including minutes, audit committee term corrections, and intergovernmental agreements with Goodyear and MCDOT (6‑0)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, February 17, 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.
1. Citywide Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 285 presenting
the Firefighter Award
City Manager Office
F. City Clerk Report
2. Citywide 2026 Elections Update Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
3. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
Feb
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Regular City Council Meeting
AgP irom 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
SURFRISE Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
SHIZONA COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular Council Meeting of February 17th, 2026 to order at 6:00 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Invocation
Pastor Marquis McLean, led in the Invocation.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Council members Chris Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy,
Johnny Melton and Nick Haney. Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg was excused.
Pledge of Allegiance
Riverview Student Council, led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
City Manager Report
City Manager sub-text
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 285 presenting the Firefighter Award
Glenn Stark from the VFW came to present an award to Battalion Chief Louis DeAngelo
Reports
Shelby Fenwick introduced the Youth Council Members.
Peyton Anthony, Highland Prep
Olivia Vuong, Paradise Honors
City Clerk Report
Reports
2026 Elections Update
City Clerk, Kristi Passarelli, gave a brief update about the recent legislative change for the 2026
election dates.
Councilmember Melton had a question about mail out ballots. Kristi said that they would go out
27 days earlier.
Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion: To Approve
Initiated By: Patrick Duffy
Seconded By: Chris Judd
10.
Yes: Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Chr
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
Surprise City Council to review police, public works, and financial reports
The City Council will hold a work session to receive presentations and discuss specific city programs. The meeting includes reviews of police and public works operations and a financial status report.
- Presentation and discussion on Surprise Police Department Programs
- Presentation and discussion on Public Works Programs
- FY2026 Financial Status Report through December 2025
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✓ Decidido: City Council work session adjourned after budget presentations
The Surprise City Council held a regular work session to hear presentations on police and public works programs and the FY2026 financial status. No formal approvals, denials, or policy actions were taken. The council voted to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously.
- Motion to adjourn passed (7-0) – initiated by Nick Haney, seconded by Jack Hastings
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Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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 Surprise Police
Department Programs
Sandy Simmons
Finance
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to Public Works
Programs
Sandy Simmons
Finance
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the FY2026
Financial Status Report through December 2025.
Sandy Simmons
Finance
E. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Thursday, February 12th, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
SPECIAL NOTE: PERSONS WITH SPECIAL ACCESSIBILITY NEEDS, INCLUDING LARGE
PRINT MATERIALS OR INTERPRETER, SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE @
623.222.1200 OR [email protected], BY NO LATER THAN 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF
THE REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING TIME.
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Regular City Council Work Session
AgPirm 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
SURPRISE Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the City Council Work Session of February 17th, 2026 to order at 4:30 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Council members Chris Judd, Patrick Duffy, Johnny
Melton, Jack Hastings and Nick Haney. Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg was excused.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Sartor led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
Presentation and discussion pertaining to Surprise Police Department Programs
Finance Director, Sandy Simmons, Chief Evan Beecher, and Sergeant Rick Hernandez, came to
present this item. She talked about the FY 2026 General Fund Expense Budget. Evan talked
about the Patrol Operations Divisions. Rick talked about the Criminal Investigations Division.
Evan talked about the Tactical Support Division. Rick talked about Agency Support Division.
Evan talked about Community Feedback Directs Enforcement. Rick talked about the Surprise PD
Toy Drive.
Mayor Sartor thanked the Police Department for everything they do and asked the Chief what
they need to do their job better? Chief Beecher said that staff is a significant concern and being
proactive for the future.
Counc
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Thu Feb 12, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Commission to discuss Maricopa County Library Council collaboration
The Library Advisory Commission will meet to review previous meeting minutes and discuss how the Surprise Public Library collaborates with other libraries in the Valley via the Maricopa County Library Council.
- Action on January 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion on Maricopa County Library Council collaboration
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved Jan 8, 2026 meeting minutes
The Library Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.
- Approved Jan 8, 2026 meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Motion to adjourn meeting (6‑0)
Asante Library, Surprise
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Library Advisory Commission
16755 W. Vereda Solana Dr.
Surprise, AZ 85387
Thursday, February 12, 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 January 8,
2026 Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion on the Maricopa County
Library Council and how Surprise Public Library
collaborates with libraries around the Valley.
Library
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
SPECIAL NOTE: PERSONS WIT
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Library Advisory Commission
16755 W Vereda Solana Dr.
Surprise, Arizona 85387
Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Asante Library
Meeting Minutes
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair Desiree VanLoon, Vice Chair Tomasina DiCapo, Commission members Deborah
Gentry, Kady McCarthy, Mark McCall and MaryAnne Riodique
Absent: Commission Member Annie Ansell
Staff: Ashley Ware — City Librarian, Heather Donaldson — Senior Management Analyst and
Kelsey Lamphier — Director
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Ware reported on the following items:
e Mayor's Literacy Challenge has been amazing!! We have over 4 million minutes read
by 2,442 participants. We have over 46% of participants have achieved their goal of
700 minutes. For context we only had 1,682 participants last year and over 1.1 million
minutes read.
e Books and Baseball month is coming! We have some fun programs planned,
storytimes at the stadium, and spring training right next door to use your MLC ticket
prizes.
e Weare excited to be able to send three people to the Public Library Association
Conference in Minnesota. They will be presenting to the Library Advisory Commission
when they return.
e We have partnered with Sports, Entertainment, and Culture for new artwork to be
installed at Asante Library. The installation which included programming and
community fun will be done on Saturday, February 28th.
E. Library Commission Agenda
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON PUBL
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 14:00
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Fire
Fire retirement commission to consider disability retirement for former firefighter
The Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Fire will consider several personnel matters, including the acceptance of a firefighter recruit into the pension system, a return-to-work retiree, and an application for accidental disability retirement for a former firefighter. The board will also convene in executive session to review medical records and possibly appoint an independent medical exam.
- Approval of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Firefighter Recruit Alex Cater into PSPRS
- Return-to-work retiree Robert 'Dan' Gromer as Logistics and Physical Resources Supervisor
- Executive session to review accidental disability retirement application and medical records for former firefighter Matthew Morris
- Possible action on disability retirement and appointment of independent medical exam (IME) for Matthew Morris
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✓ Decidido: Board approved accidental disability retirement for former firefighter Matthew Morris
The commission approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It accepted recruit Alex Cater into the retirement system and hired retiree Robert “Dan” Gromer as a Logistics and Physical Resources Supervisor. The board also approved the accidental disability retirement application for former firefighter Matthew Morris and the appointment of an independent medical exam.
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Approved acceptance of Firefighter Recruit Alex Cater into PSPRS system
- Approved hiring of retiree Robert “Dan” Gromer as Logistics and Physical Resources Supervisor
- Approved convening executive session to review Matthew Morris accidental disability retirement application
- Approved action on Matthew Morris accidental disability retirement application and appointment of independent medical exam
- Approved adjournment of the meeting
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Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Commission – Fire
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, February 11, 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
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission- Fire Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Considerations and action pertaining to the review and
approval of the October 22, 2025 Public Safety
Retirement Commission – Fire Meeting Minutes
Human Resources
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Internal Consideration and possible action pertaining to the
review of the medical exam and the acceptance of
Firefighter Recruit, Alex Cater, into the Public Safety
Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) system pursuant
to A.R.S. § 38-859.
Human Resources
3. Internal Discussion and possible action regarding return-to-work
retiree, Robert “Dan” Gromer, as a Logistics and
Physical Resources Supervisor.
Human Resources
4. Internal Board to convene into Executive Session to review the
Application for Accidental Disability Retirement and
medical records for former Firefighter, Matthew Morris,
and the possible appointment of a medical board to
conduct an independent medical exam (IME).
Human Resources
5. Internal Board to take action on the Application for Accidental
Disability Retirement for Matthew Morris and the
appointment of an independent medical exam (IME).
Human Resourc
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SURPRISE Minutes, Wednesday, February 11, 2026
ARIZONA 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374
The following are the minutes from the Public Safety Retirement Commission — Fire
Board Meeting held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The meeting was
held in City Hall, Council Chambers.
A. Call To Order
Chair Mattson called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m.
B. Roll Call: | Sean Mattson, Chair — Present
Kim Drayden, Citizen Board Member — Present
Danielle Quinn, Citizen Board Member — Absent
Dan Anderson, Fire Member — Present
Ed Swartz, Fire Member — Present
In attendance: Michele Fite, PSPRS Board Secretary
C. Pledge of Allegiance —Completed
D. Current Events Reports — None.
E. Staff Reports — None.
F. Public Safety Retirement Commission — Fire Agenda
Consent Agenda:
4. Considerations and action pertaining to the review and approval of the October
22, 2025 Public Safety Retirement Commission — Fire Meeting Minutes. -
APPROVED
Motion: Kim Drayden
Second: Ed Swartz
Opposed: None
Regular Agenda:
2. Consideration and possible action pertaining to the review of medical
examinations and the acceptance of Firefighter Recruit, Alex Cater, into the
PSPRS system pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-859. - APPROVED
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ae. PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM
PLE SO CITY OF SURPRISE LOCAL BOARD - Fire
SURPRISE Minutes, Wednesday, February 11, 2026
ARIZONA 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Sur
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
Commission to discuss budget reallocation and Vet Fest 2026 planning
The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will consider the reallocation of its budget. The body will also discuss event planning for Vet Fest 2026 and receive presentations on Cycles of Kindness, Veterans Affinity, and Billy's Place.
- Possible action on the reallocation of the Veteran, Disability & Human Services Commission budget
- Planning details for Vet Fest 2026
- Presentation and discussion on Cycles of Kindness
- Presentation and discussion on Veterans Affinity
- Presentation and discussion on Billy's Place
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✓ Decidido: Commission reallocated budget, approving $1,000 for autism kits and funding Vet Fest
The commission approved the January 14 meeting minutes with a unanimous 6‑yes vote and one absence. It voted to reallocate its budget, allocating $1,000 for autism kits for public safety vehicles and using the remaining funds for Vet Fest 2026, also unanimously (6‑yes, 1 absent). The commission approved the Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission with 5‑yes votes and 4 absences, and approved the NSP3 Substantial Amendment with the same vote count. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved Jan 14, 2026 meeting minutes (6‑yes, 1 absent)
- Reallocated budget: $1,000 for autism kits, remainder for Vet Fest 2026 (6‑yes, 1 absent)
- Approved Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD (5‑yes, 4 absent)
- Approved NSP3 Substantial Amendment (5‑yes, 4 absent)
- Adjourned meeting (6‑yes, 1 absent)
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, February 11, 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
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 January 14,
2026, Veterans, Disability & Human Services
Commission meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to Cycles of
Kindness.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to Veterans
Affinity.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vit
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VETERANS, DISABILITY, AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
February 11, 2026 | 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 February 11, 2026.
ROLL CALL
In attendance were Chair Michael Tree, Vice-Chair Julie Kent-Partridge,
Commissioners John Billcheck, Dr. Gwen Maxfield, Olivia Fryer, and Charles
Manuel.
Absences: Allison Wisniewski (excused).
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
STAFF PRESENT:
Human Services & Community Vitality Director, Seth Dyson, and Administrative
Specialist, Victoria Simmons.
CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
Chair Tree reported on the following:
• City of Surprise administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, in
observance of Presidents’ Day.
• The City of Surprise is honored to welcome The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter
scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, along with its Mobile Education
Center. The exhibit will be open 24 hours a day, beginning at 5 a.m. on April 9 and
ending at 2 p.m. on April 12 and is free for the public to experience. The Wall That
Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in the Vietnam
War and bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who gave their lives in
service to our country. This is a somber, reflective
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 16:30
Special City Council Meeting
Council to vote on letter seeking information from DHS Secretary Noem
The Surprise City Council will consider and possibly approve a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem requesting information. The council may also hold an executive session to discuss personnel, legal, and negotiation matters exempt from public disclosure.
- Consideration and action on a letter to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem seeking information
- Possible executive session for personnel matters (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1))
- Possible executive session for legal advice and litigation strategy (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3)-(4))
- Possible executive session for negotiations with employee organizations or tribal representatives
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✓ Decidido: Council approved a letter requesting information from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
The council voted to approve a letter seeking information from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The motion was initiated by Councilmember Chris Judd and seconded by Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg. The vote tally was five in favor (Patrick Duffy, Chris Judd, Mayor Kevin Sartor, Johnny Melton, Earle Greenberg) and one against (Jack Hastings). The motion passed.
- Approved letter seeking information from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem (5-1)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
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Special City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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:
1. Citywide Consideration and action for approval of a Letter seeking
information to the United States Department of
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Mayor and Council
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
E. Executive Session
For information Purposes; Upon a public majority vote of a quorum of the City Council, the
Council may hold an executive session, which will not be open to the public, but for only the
following purposes:
- discussion or consideration of personnel matters (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1));
- discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection (A.R.S. §38-401.03
(A)(2));
- discussion or consultation for legal advice with the city’s attorneys (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3));
- discussion or consultation with the city’s attorneys regarding the city’s position regarding
contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litigation, or in
settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation (A.R.S.§38-431.03 (a)(4));
- discussion or consultation with designated representatives of the city in order to consider its
position and instruct its representative
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Special City Council Meeting
PS Oe 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
SURPRISE Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Special City Council Meeting of February 11th, 2026 to order at 4:30
p.m., located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg, Council members Chris
Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, and Johnny Melton. Council member Nick Haney was absent.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Sartor led in the Pledge of Allegiance
Special City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and action for approval of a Letter seeking information to the United States
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Mayor Sartor talked about the reasons why this meeting was called.
Councilmember Melton, talked about the input from his residents. He thanked council for doing
this.
Motion: To Approve
Initiated By: Chris Judd
Seconded By: Earle Greenberg
Yes: Patrick Duffy, Chris Judd, Kevin Sartor, Johnny Melton, Earle Greenberg
No: Jack Hastings
Abstain: None
Vote Result: Passed
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
Executive Session
Executive Disclaimer - Part 1
Executive Disclaimer - Part 2
Executive Disclaimer - Part 3
Adjournment
Meeting Adjourned at 4:33 PM
Motion: To Adjourn
Initiated By: Chris Judd
Seconded By: Earle Green
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Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 16:30
Special City Council Meeting
Council to discuss DHS warehouse purchase in executive session
The Surprise City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to consider a motion to recess into executive session for legal advice regarding the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's purchase of a warehouse near Sweetwater Avenue and Cactus Road. No other action items or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Executive session under A.R.S. 38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice on DHS purchase of a warehouse near Sweetwater Avenue and Cactus Road
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✓ Decidido: Council entered executive session and adjourned; no substantive actions taken
The council voted to recess into executive session to discuss legal advice regarding a DHS warehouse purchase; the motion passed unanimously. After reconvening, the council voted to adjourn the meeting; that motion also passed unanimously. No other decisions were made.
- Enter executive session – passed (7-0)
- Adjourn meeting – passed (7-0)
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Special City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, February 5, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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:
E. 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 ask that the matter be put on a future agenda. No discussion or action shall take
place on any item raised.
Approval of items on the Consent Agenda – all items with an asterisk (*) are considered to be
routine matters and will be enacted by one motion and one roll call vote to the City Council. There
will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember requests, in which event
the item will be removed from
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Special City Council Meeting
Sina 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
SURPRISE Thursday, February 5, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Special City Council Meeting of Febryary 5th 2026 to order at 4:30 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg, Council members Chris
Judd, Jack Hastings (Telephonic), Earle Greenberg, Patrick Duffy, Johnny Melton and Nick
Haney.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Sartor led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Special City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
Call To The Public
Executive Session
Consideration and action to recess into executive session pursuant to A.R.S. Sec. 38-431.03(A)(3)
for the purpose of discussion or consultation for legal advice regarding the United States
Department of Homeland Security's purchase of a warehouse located near Sweetwater Avenue and
Cactus Road.
Motion: To Enter Executive Session
Initiated By: Chris Judd
Seconded By: Earle Greenberg
Yes: Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Chris Judd, Nick Haney, Kevin Sartor, Johnny Melton, Earle
Greenberg
No: None
Abstain: None
Vote Result: Passed
Meeting Adjourned into Executive Session at 4:32 PM
Meeting Reconvened at 5:37 PM
Executive Disclaimer - Part |
Executive Disclaimer - Part 2
4. Executive Disclaimer -
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Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission considers rezone of 264.9 acres south of Deer Valley Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a rezone of approximately 264.9 gross acres. The proposal involves changing the area from Mesquite Mountain Ranch PAD to Residential Low Density (R-1), Residential Medium Density (R-2), and Open Space Conservation (OS-1).
- Public hearing for Case FS24-0765: rezone of 264.9 gross acres south of Deer Valley Road between 223rd Avenue and 231st Avenue
- Approval of December 18, 2025, meeting minutes
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved rezoning of 264.9 acres at Mesquite Mountain Ranch
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It recommended approval of the rezoning of approximately 264.9 acres at Mesquite Mountain Ranch from PAD to R‑1, R‑2, and OS‑1, with stipulations a‑c and a maximum of 975 dwelling units, passing 5‑1. The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Approved Dec 18 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0, 1 abstention)
- Recommended approval of Mesquite Mountain Ranch rezoning, subject to stipulations a‑c, max 975 units (5‑1)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Planning and Zoning Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, February 5, 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
December 18, 2025, Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes.
Community
Development
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
2. District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to the rezone of
approximately 264.9 gross acres from Mesquite
Mountain Ranch PAD to Residential Low Density (R-1),
Residential Medium Density (R-2), and Open Space
Conservation (OS-1). The area of the proposed rezone is
located south of Deer Valley Road between 223rd
Avenue and 231st Avenue. Case FS24-0765.
Tanner Wessel
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 wit
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
February 5, 2026 / 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
CALL TO ORDER.
Vice Chair Spata 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 February 5, 2026.
A. ROLL CALL
In attendance were, Commissioner Kevin Perry, Commissioner Jared Holland, Commissioner
Jay Leonard, Vice Chair Anthony Spata, Commissioner Everett, and Commissioner Dennis
Bash. Chair Ken Chapman had an excused absence.
STAFF PRESENT:
Jeff Murray, City Attorney; Lloyd Abrams, Assistant City Manager and Director of Community
Development; Tiffany Copp, Assistant Director; Chris Sexton, Senior Planner, Tanner Wessel,
Planner II; Michelle Espie, Administrative Specialist; Renee Puig-Hink, Management Analyst,
Sr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
e None
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
e Vice Chair welcomed Lisa Everette as the new Planning and Zoning Commissioner.
D. STAFF REPORT
e None
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item 1 — Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the December 18, 2025, Planning
and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes.
Commissioner Bash made a motion to approve the December 18, 2025, Planning and Zoning
Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Holland seconded the motion. Motion passed
with 5 votes in favor. Commissioner Everett abstained. Chair Chapman had an excused abs
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Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Commission to discuss veteran arts programming
The Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission will discuss current arts programming in Surprise that supports veterans, along with future support and advocacy. They will also consider approving the January 7, 2026 meeting minutes. A call to the public allows residents to address non-agenda items.
- Approval of January 7, 2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting minutes
- Discussion of arts programming supporting veterans and future advocacy
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved the Jan 7, 2026 meeting minutes
The Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission considered the minutes from its January 7, 2026 meeting. Commissioner Rasul moved to approve them and the motion carried with five Yes votes, two abstentions, and no No votes. No other actions were taken at this meeting.
- Approved Jan 7, 2026 meeting minutes (5 Yes, 2 Abstain, 0 No)
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Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, February 4, 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 January 7,
2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting
minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Discussion pertaining to current arts programming in
Surprise that support veterans and future support and
advocacy thereof.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournmen
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Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Avenue
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library Programming Room
Meeting Minutes - FINAL
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair Crystal Kupper, Vice-Chair Dr. Charlotte Pullins, Hassan Rasul, Katherine Dunphy,
Susan deJong.
Absent: Steve Walgren, Margaret Lieu
Staff: Julie Akerly — Arts & Culture Manager, Danica Marlin — Art in Public Places Coordinator
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Akerly, Arts & Culture Manager, and Ms. Marlin, Art in Public Places Coordinator, reported
on the following items:
e The first annual Roots of Creation: Art and Nature Festival occurred January 24, 2026.
« Traffic Cabinet Reception for the Cactus Rd series has a reception and celebration
February 5, 2026.
« Confluencia construction is underway with work through May.
« Maintenance and restoration work is underway with work ongoing through March.
e Shows are coming to the Vista in Spring/Summer 2026.
= Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
e Minutes
e Veteran-focused arts programming
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Consideration and action pertaining to the January 7th, 2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory
Commission meeting minutes.
e Commissioner Rasul moved to approve the January 7th, 2026 Arts & Cultural Advisory
Commission meeting minutes. Commissioner deJong 2"4. 5 Yes votes. 2 Abstained. 0
No votes. Motion c
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Tue Feb 3, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to vote on enlarging street light improvement district
The City Council will vote on consent agenda items, including a resolution to enlarge a street light improvement district (SLID) known as SU-AUTOSHOWWEST3212. Regular agenda items include presentations and discussions on the FY2027 Budget Kickoff, proposed updates to the Comprehensive Citywide Fee Schedule, the Arizona Corporation Commission update, and Parks and Recreation Programs. A proclamation will declare Skills USA Week, and a Firefighter Award will be presented.
- Resolution #2026-20 to enlarge street light improvement district SU-AUTOSHOWWEST3212
- Presentation and discussion on proposed updates to Comprehensive Citywide Fee Schedule
- Presentation and discussion on FY2027 Budget Kickoff
- Arizona Corporation Commission update
- Proclamation of Skills USA Week and Firefighter Award presentation
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✓ Decidido: Council approved enlargement of street‑light district and other agenda items
The council voted to approve the January 20, 2026 work session minutes, the revised 2026 council meeting dates, and to enlarge the existing Street Light Improvement District (SLID) under Resolution #2026‑20. All three items were approved unanimously on the consent agenda. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion that also passed unanimously.
- Approved January 20, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
- Approved revised City Council meeting dates for 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved enlargement of Street Light Improvement District (SLID) via Resolution #2026-20 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, February 3, 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
Mayoral Proclamation | Skills USA Week
E. City Manager Report
3. Citywide Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 285 presenting
the Firefighter Award
City Manager Office
F. City Clerk Report
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Internal Consideration and action to approve the January 20th,
2026 Regular City Council Work Session, Regular City
Council Meeting and Executive Session Minutes.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the revised version
of the City Council Meeting Dates for 2026.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
3. District 3 Consid
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Regular City Council Meeting
PrN 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
su REPRISE. E Tuesday, February 3, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular Council Meeting of February, 3rd 2026 to order at 6:00 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374.
Invocation
Reverend Andrew Moore led in the Invocation.
Roll Call
In attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Earle Greenberg, Council members Chris
Judd, Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Johnny Melton and Nick Haney.
Pledge of Allegiance
Dysart High School Skills USA Broadcasting team led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
Mayoral Proclamation | Skills USA Week
Mayor Sartor proclaimed that it was Skills USA Week.
City Manager Report
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 285 presenting the Firefighter Award
City Manager, Andrea Davis, rescheduled this item for the February 17th meeting.
City Clerk Report
Reports
Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion: To Approve
Initiated By: Patrick Duffy
Seconded By: Nick Haney
Yes: Jack Hastings, Patrick Duffy, Chris Judd, Nick Haney, Kevin Sartor, Johnny Melton, Earle
Greenberg
No: None
Abstain: None
Vote Result: Passed
Consideration and action to approve the January 20th, 2026 Regular City Council Work Session,
Regular City Council Meeting and Executive Session Minutes.
Consideration and action to approve the revised v
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
Commission to consider changes to Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to review fee schedule changes and approve minutes from October 2025. The body will also consider nominees for the Surprise Recreation Campus Hall of Fame.
- Approval of changes to the Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule
- Approval of nominees for the Surprise Recreation Campus Hall of Fame
- Approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
15960 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, February 2, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Recreation Conference Room
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 minutes from
October 27, 2025
Parks and
Recreation
2. Internal Consideration and action pertaining to approval of
nominees for the Surprise Recreation Campus Hall of
Fame.
Parks and
Recreation
3. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to approval of
changes to the Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule.
Holly Osborn
Parks and
Recreation
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, m
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 17:00
Regular City Council Work Session
Citywide presentation on FY2025 community outreach and grant awards
The City Council will hold a citywide presentation and discussion about the Fiscal Year 2025 Surprise Community Outreach Program and the Neighborhood Grant awards. No formal decisions are listed; the item is for informational and discussion purposes. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.
- Presentation and discussion of FY2025 Surprise Community Outreach Program and Neighborhood Grant awards
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Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Regular City Council Work Session Agenda
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the Fiscal Year
2025 Surprise Community Outreach Program and
Neighborhood Grant awards.
Deb Perry
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
E. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Friday, January 16th, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
SPECIAL NOTE: PERSONS WITH SPECIAL ACCESSIBILITY NEEDS, INCLUDING LARGE
PRINT MATERIALS OR INTERPRETER, SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE @
623.222.1200 OR [email protected], BY NO LATER THAN 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF
THE REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING TIME.
Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
City Council to approve FY2026 lottery funds and right-of-way vacates
The Surprise City Council will consider approving the FY2026 Arizona Lottery Fund allotment of $364,134 and a series of right-of-way vacates for road projects in District 1. The meeting also includes the selection of a Vice Mayor and updates to the municipal code regarding utilities.
- Approve $364,134 Arizona Lottery Fund allotment for FY2026
- Vacate right-of-way on Cottontail Lane and Jomax Road (Resolutions 2026-04, 2026-05, 2026-07, 2026-08, 2026-10, 2026-06, 2026-09)
- Vacate right-of-way on Pat Tillman Boulevard (Resolutions 2026-10, 2026-06, 2026-09)
- Adopt updates to Surprise Municipal Code Chapter 58 (Utilities, Sewers, Stormwater, Water Conservation)
- Select Vice Mayor and approve Lisa Everett to Planning and Zoning Commission
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Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, January 20, 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
Human & Sex Trafficking Awareness Month
E. City Manager Report
City Award Presentation from JustServe
F. City Clerk Report
1. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to selection of a Vice
Mayor in accordance with City Code Sec. 2-41 and direct
the City Clerk to administer the Oath of Office.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation of Lisa Everett to the Planning and
Zoning Commission, Term Expiration June 30, 2027.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
G. Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA:
3. Internal Consideration and actio
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Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 13:45
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
Committee to review applicants for Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy
The Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee will review applications for one open seat on the Planning & Zoning Commission (term through June 2027). The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from its January 8, 2026 meeting.
- Approval of January 8, 2026 meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)
- Review of applications for 1 Planning & Zoning Commission position, term expiring June 30, 2027
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Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, January 15, 2026 @ 1:45 PM
OVERFLOW CONFERENCE ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
meeting held on January 8, 2026.
City Clerk
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will
review applications for (1) position on the Planning &
Zoning Commission, Term Expiration on June 30, 2027.
City Clerk
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 ask that the matter be put on a future agend
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Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 18:00
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission
Commission to discuss Vet Fest 2026 and opioid trauma presentation
The Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will consider approving November 2025 meeting minutes, receive a presentation from the Arizona Trauma Institute on how community support reduces opioid harm, and discuss event planning for Vet Fest 2026.
- Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation by Arizona Trauma Institute on 'Why Community Support Matters' for healing trauma and reducing opioid harm
- Discussion of Vet Fest 2026 event planning and logistics
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved 2023 Annual Action Plan and NSP3 amendment
The commission unanimously approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission with a 5‑yes vote (4 absences). It also approved the NSP3 Substantial Amendment with a 5‑yes vote (4 absences). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (7 Yes, unanimous)
- Approved Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission (5 Yes, 4 absences)
- Approved NSP3 Substantial Amendment (5 Yes, 4 absences)
- Adjourned meeting (7 Yes, unanimous)
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Veteran, Disability and Human Service Commission
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, January 14, 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
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 November 12,
2025 Veterans, Disability & Human Services
Commission meeting minutes.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vitality
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to the topic “Why
Community Support Matters" regarding healing trauma
and reducing opioid harm, by the Arizona Trauma
Institute.
Human Svcs and
Comm Vit
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VETERANS, DISABILITY, AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
January 14, 2026 | 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 January 14, 2026.
ROLL CALL
In attendance were Chair Michael Tree, Vice-Chair Julie Kent-Partridge,
Commissioners John Billcheck, Allison Wisniewski, Dr. Gwen Maxfield, Olivia Fryer,
and Charles Manuel.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
STAFF PRESENT:
Human Services & Community Vitality Director, Seth Dyson, and Administrative
Specialist, Victoria Simmons.
CURRENT EVENTS REPORT
Chair Tree reported on the following:
• Join us for the 10th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Celebration and Service
on Saturday, January 17, 2026, honoring the life and legacy of the inspirational leader.
The event will begin with a motivational program centered on the theme: "Everybody
can be great because everybody can serve," celebrating community building and
service to others. Following the program, volunteers will have the opportunity to roll up
their sleeves and enjoy hands-on service projects that directly benefit our local
community. Registration is required to participate in the volunteer portion of this event.
All volunteers over the age of 18 must complete their own registration f
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Thu Jan 8, 2026 · 18:00
Library Commission
Library Advisory Commission to review meeting minutes and receive legal training
The Library Advisory Commission will meet to take action on the December 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The body will also receive a presentation and training regarding Open Meeting Laws, Conflicts of Interest, and Gifts.
- Action on December 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Training on Open Meeting Laws, Conflicts of Interest, and Gifts
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Library Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, January 8, 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:
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 December 11,
2025 Library Advisory Commission meeting minutes.
Library
2. Citywide Presentation and training on Open Meeting Laws,
Conflicts of Interest, and Gifts.
Library
F. Other Business and Future Agenda Items
G. Current Events and Reports
H. Adjournment
KRISTI PASSARELLI, CITY CLERK
POSTED: Monday, January 5th, 2026 @ 4:45 PM
SPECIAL NOTE: PERSONS WITH SPECIAL ACCESSIBILITY NEEDS, INCLUDING LARGE
PRINT MATERIALS
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Library Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Ave.
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Thursday, January 8, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Surprise Regional Library
Meeting Minutes
Call to Order
Roll Call
Chair Desiree VanLoon, Vice Chair Tomasina DiCapo, Commission members Deborah
Gentry, Mark McCall, MaryAnne Riodique and Kady McCarthy
Absent: Commission member Annie Ansell
Staff: Ashley Ware — City Librarian, Heather Donaldson and Sr. Management Analyst
Pledge of Allegiance
Staff Reports
Ms. Ware reported on the following items:
e Mayor's Literacy Challenge has kicked off! We are so excited how well the Asante staff
and Tonya did putting this all together. Vice Mayor Hastings also joined in on the fun
with Bluey and all the activities.
¢ Hollyhock is still receiving updates to the building. New windows were put in and the
historical decorative bars were given an update with new paint.
e Weare happy to announce the part-time Library Assistant positions have been filled.
Chanee was promoted from Surprise Regional Library Aide to this role at Hollyhock
Library. We are welcoming a new staff member into the mix at Surprise Regional
Library, Akayla.
e The Library Card Design Contest is up and running now. It kicked off during the
Surprise Party. There is an extra category this year as a benefit of Stars & Stories.
Library Commission Agenda
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON PUBLIC HEARING:
F.
Consideration and action pertaining to the December 11, 202
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Thu Jan 8, 2026 · 13:30
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
Committee to interview and review applicants for Planning & Zoning Commission
The Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee will conduct interviews and review applications for a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission (term expiring June 30, 2027). They will also consider approving the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting.
- Approval of minutes from December 9, 2025 meeting
- Interviews for Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy (term through June 30, 2027)
- Review of applications for Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy
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Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Thursday, January 8, 2026 @ 1:30 PM
OVERFLOW CONFERENCE ROOM
A. Call To Order
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Current Events and Reports
E. Staff Reports
F. Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the
Boards and Commissions Nominations Committee
meeting held on December 9, 2025.
City Clerk
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
2. Citywide The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will
conduct interviews for the following commissions: (1)
Planning & Zoning Commission, Term Expiration June
30, 2027.
City Clerk
3. Citywide The Boards & Commissions Nominations Committee will
review applications for the following commissions: (1)
Planning & Zoning Commission, Term Expiration June
30, 2027.
City Clerk
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 Cou
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Wed Jan 7, 2026 · 18:30
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission to discuss commissioner appointment criteria
The commission will consider the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss criteria for future commissioner appointments and review new artwork at the Surprise Regional Library.
- Action on December 3, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion on future SACAC commissioner appointment criteria
- Presentation and discussion regarding new artwork at Surprise Regional Library
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Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N Bullard Ave,
Surprise, AZ 85374
Wednesday, January 7, 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 December 3,
2025 Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting
minutes.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Discussion pertaining to future SACAC commissioner
appointment criteria.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
3. Citywide Presentation and discussion pertaining to new artwork at
Surprise Regional Library.
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - PUBLIC HEARING:
F.
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Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission
16089 N. Bullard Avenue
Surprise, Arizona 85374
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Surprise Regional Library Programming Room
Meeting Minutes - FINAL
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
Chair Crystal Kupper, Vice-Chair Dr. Charlotte Pullins, Hassan Rasul, Katherine Dunphy,
Susan deJong, Margaret Lieu, and Steve Wallgren.
Absent: none
Staff: Julie Akerly — Arts & Culture Manager, Danica Marlin — Art in Public Places Coordinator,
Alexandra Giambalvo — Arts & Culture Assistant
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Staff Reports
Ms. Akerly, Arts & Culture Manager, and Ms. Marlin, Art in Public Places Coordinator, reported
on the following items:
e Roots of Creation: Art and Nature Festival is set for January 24!" 12-4pm.
e Play Your Way to the Park is upcoming February 7", 6-8pm.
e Cactus Rd. Traffic Cabinet reception set for February 5", 6-7:30pm.
e Maintenance and restoration work is beginning Monday, January 12".
e The new Patron Services Coordinator, Production Coordinator as well as
Department Marketing Manager have begun.
e New “Get Involved” opportunities for volunteers.
= Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission Agenda
e Minutes
e SACAC Commissioner Appointment Criteria
e Surprise Regional Library Artwork
CALL TO THE PUBLIC:
None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS — NON-PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Consideration and action pertaining to the December 3rd, 2025 Arts & Cultural Advisory
Commission meeting minutes.
¢ Commissioner Wallgren move
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Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 18:00
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to vote on rezone at 147th Ave and Beardsley Canal
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a property at the southeast corner of 147th Avenue and Beardsley Canal from Residential High (RH-15) with a PUD to Residential Medium Density (R-2) with a PUD. The council will also consider a resolution for the intent to annex a portion of the Vistas Montanas project. Consent items include accepting $111,100 in grant funding from the Arizona Department of Public Safety for human trafficking reduction and a $209,000 grant from the Tohono O'odham Nation for fire-medical services, along with appointments to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission and Board of Trustees.
- Public hearing on rezone at 147th Avenue and Beardsley Canal (Case FS25-0420)
- Resolution for Intent to Annex for Vistas Montanas project (Case FS25-0291)
- Accept $111,100 from Arizona DPS for human trafficking reduction (Resolution #2026-03)
- Accept $209,000 grant from Tohono O'odham Nation for fire-medical (Resolution #2026-11)
- Appointments of Madelyn Volling to Parks & Recreation Commission and Connie Loveland to Board of Trustees
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Regular City Council Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, January 6, 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
Led by Cub Scouts Troop
D. Proclamation and Community Acknowledgements
Community Champions — Shadow Ridge HS Theater | Overall Superior Award
E. City Manager Report
4. Citywide Grant Presentation by Cox Group City Manager Office
F. City Clerk Report
1. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation for appointment of Madelyn Volling to
the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission for the
four-year term expiration on June 30, 2029.
Kristi Passarelli
City Clerk
2. Citywide Consideration and action to approve the
recommendation for appointment of Connie Loveland to
the Board of Trustees, for the four-year term expiration
on June 30,
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular Gity Gouncil Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, A285374
Tuesday, January 6,2026 @ 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
4
A. Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular Council Meeting of January 6th, 2026 to order at 6:00 p.m.,
located at Surprise City Hall, '16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, M.85374.
l. Invocation
Ray Grimm, led in the lnvocation
B. Roll Call
ln attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Jack Hastings, Council members Chris Judd,
Earle Greenberg, Patrick Duffy, Johnny Melton and Nick Haney.
C. Plcdgc of Allegiance
Boy Scout Troop Pack 400 led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Ledby Cub Scouts Troop
D. Proclamation andCommunityAcknowledgements
3. Community Champions
-
Shadow Ridge HS Theater I Overall Superior Award
Mayor Sartor nominated the Shadow Ridge Thespian Troupe as the Community Champions
because they won an Overall Superior Rating from the Arizona Thespian Organization.
E. City Manager Report
Grant Presentation by Cox Group
Andrea Davis introduced Seth Dyson. Seth presented Daren Moffit from Cox Communications
who came with a check for a grant for the Community Center.
Andrea Davis had Joann Estfan come up to present the Youth Council Members.
Desmond Robert, Willow Canyon High School
Jackson Freeman, Canyon Ridge School
City Clerk Report
Reports
City Clerk, Kristi Pasarelli, gave an update about the new photo booth that the City Clerk's Office
offers for passport photos.
Consideration and action to approvc th
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Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Work Session
Council to discuss updating utility regulations in municipal code
The Surprise City Council holds a work session to discuss proposed updates to Chapter 58 (Utilities) of the municipal code. They will also receive updates on the Fighter Country Partnership and a flashing yellow arrow safety campaign. An executive session is authorized for personnel, legal, and real estate matters.
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Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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 Fighter Country Partnership Update Jodi Tas
City Manager Office
2. Citywide Presentation and discussion regarding proposed updates
to the municipal code, Chapter 58 — Utilities.
Michael Boule
Water Resource
Management
3. Citywide Flashing Yellow Arrow Safety Campaign Eric Boyles
Transportation
E. Executive Session
For information Purposes; Upon a public majority vote of a quorum of the City Council, the
Council may hold an executive session, which will not be open to the public, but for only the
following purposes:
- discussion or consideration of personnel matters (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1));
- discussion or consideration of records exempt by law from public inspection (A.R.S. §38-401.03
(A)(2));
- discussion or consultation for legal advice with the city’s attorneys (A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3));
- discussion or consultation with the city’s attorneys regarding the city’s position regarding
contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litigation, or in
settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation (A.R.S.§38-431.03 (a)(4
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Regular City Council Work Session
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, A2.85374
Tuesday, January 6,2026 @ 4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. Call To Order
Mayor Sartor called the Regular City Council Work Session of January 6th, 2026 to order at 4:30
p.m., located at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, P2.85374.
B. Roll Call
ln attendance with Mayor Sartor were Vice Mayor Jack Hastings, Council members Chris Judd,
Earle Greenberg, 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. CONSENTACENDA:
2. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM. PUBLIC HEARING:
3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM - NON.PUBLIC HEARING
l. Fighter Country Partnership Update
Director of Govemment Relations, Jodi Tas, came to present this item. She introduced Ron Sites
from Fighter Contry Partnership. Ron talked about where the FCF Support Goes, Different
Programs, Luke FoMard Campaign, and How it Continues.
Mayor Sartor, talked about the relationship the City has with the military.
Presentation and discussion regarding proposed updates to the municipal code, Chapter 58
-utilities.
Water Director, Michael Boule, and Amy Peterson came to present this item. Amy talked about
the Article Vlll High Water User Regulations.
Councilmember Melton, asked if these regulations were in anticipation? Amy said that is correct,
Michael said that any information shared wouldn't be retroactive.
Mayor Sar
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Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 16:00
Tourism Fund Subcommittee
Subcommittee will consider using $100,000 yearly for NCAA Big 12 Baseball Championship
The Tourism Fund Subcommittee will approve the minutes from its April 23, 2025 meeting. It will also discuss a recommendation to allocate up to $100,000 each fiscal year from the Tourism Fund to support the NCAA Big 12 Conference Baseball Championship hosted in Surprise for up to three years (FY26‑FY28). The recommendation will be presented to the City Council for final action.
- Approve Tourism Fund Subcommittee meeting minutes of April 23, 2025
- Recommend City Council allocate up to $100,000 annually from the Tourism Fund for the NCAA Big 12 Baseball Championship in Surprise for FY26‑FY28
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16000 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Tourism Fund Subcommittee Meeting
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, January 5, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
CH 1F N1-150 Lobby Conference Room
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 April 23, 2025.
Kendra Pettis
Sports,
Entertainment, and
Culture
2. Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to a
recommendation to City Council to utilize a maximum of
$100,000 annually from the Tourism Fund to support the
NCAA Big 12 Conference Baseball Championship to be
hosted in Surprise for up to 3 years (FY26-FY28).
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 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 cal
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CITY OF SURPRISE
Tourism Fund Sub-Committee Meeting
16000 North Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
Monday, January 5, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Councilmember Patrick Duffy called the Tourism Fund Sub-Committee Meeting
to order at 4:05 p.m. at Surprise City Hall, North Lobby Conference Room, 16000 North
Civic Center Plaza Surprise, Arizona 85374, on Monday, January 5, 2026.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Patrick Duffy, Chair; Vice Mayor Jack Hastings, Committee Member;
Councilmember Nick Haney, Committee Member.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CURRENT EVENTS AND REPORTS
None.
STAFF REPORTS
None.
STAFF PRESENT
Kendra Pettis, Sports, Entertainment, & Culture Director, Travis Ashby, Sports,
Entertainment, & Culture Assistant Director, Tara Combs, Sports, Entertainment &
Culture Business Administrator.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
None.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM
1. Action item: Consideration and action to approve the Tourism Fund
Subcommittee meeting minutes of April 23, 2025:
Vice Mayor Hastings moved to approve the April 23, 2025, Tourism Fund
Subcommittee Meeting minutes and Councilmember Haney seconded the motion.
Motion carries 3-0.
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2. Action item: Consideration and action pertaining to a recommendation to City
Council to utilize a maximum of $100,000 annually from the Tourism Fund to
support the NCAA Big 12 Conference Baseball Championship to be hosted in
Surprise for up to 3 years (FY26-FY28).
Kendra Pettis presented to the sub-c
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