PSPRS Board poised to fill vacancies; council tackles park plans
Several local government bodies met in late June to discuss appointments, parks, and sign rules, though official actions remained tentative as meeting minutes had not been finalized by press time. The most closely watched agenda was the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Local Board, which aimed to fill key administrative and board roles.
Pension board seats to be filled
The PSPRS Local Board was scheduled to vote June 23 on appointing two elected members and a secretary. Sergeant Justin McNeil and Officer Randall Keith were listed as candidates for board member slots, each with terms ending June 30, 2028. Lisa Mears was listed for the secretary position, with a term extending to the same date. The outcome of the votes will be confirmed once minutes are published.
Council discusses parks, street naming
The Town Council held a work session June 23 to provide direction on several community projects. Topics included a proposed dog park, a street naming request honoring the Mettie Family, and the naming of Pickleball Park at 1925 Jackson Lane. Council members also reviewed signage plans along Highway 260 and Jackson Lane, which could feature police, historical society, and pickleball club markers. Landscape design for the Youth Center memorial project and the dedication of the Yellow Jacket Youth Center were also discussed. No formal votes were taken.
In a joint work session the same day, the council met with the Show Low Pinetop Woodland Irrigation Company to exchange information on Woodland Lake Park. Discussion covered maintenance, capital improvement needs, and environmental stewardship, with no action expected.
Sign regulations under review
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session June 25 to review potential amendments to Town Code Title 17, Chapter 17.108, which governs signs. The body also formally accepted the resignation of Commissioner David Westley. Minutes from the meeting were not yet available.
July 2 council meeting canceled
The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for July 2 was canceled. The next council meeting is set for July 16 at 6:00 p.m. in Town Council Chambers.
Coming up
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting originally scheduled for July 9 has been canceled. The commission’s next regular meeting is July 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall. The Town Council announced a series of community events throughout July, including Coffee With Council on July 14, a community center lunch service on July 16, Movies in the Park on July 18, and the 4th Annual Pig Roast on July 25. No formal business will be conducted at those gatherings.
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