Development & economy in Arizona local government
What Arizona city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
918 Arizona meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Arizona with the most development & economy activity
- Mesa, AZ (104)
- Chandler, AZ (79)
- Prescott, AZ (73)
- Surprise, AZ (43)
- Nogales, AZ (41)
- Tempe, AZ (41)
- Queen Creek, AZ (39)
- Page, AZ (38)
- Apache Junction, AZ (38)
- Flagstaff, AZ (35)
- Maricopa, AZ (30)
- Marana, AZ (25)
Latest matching meetings
Commission to hear public input on 2025-2029 housing and community plans
The Surprise Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will meet to discuss and take public comment on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Third Year Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs. The meeting will also consider approval of the August 12, 2026 commission meeting minutes.
Community board to approve 2027-2028 funding priorities and notice of funding availability
The Maricopa Community Development Advisory Committee will meet to review and vote on the PY2027-2028 Priority Scoring Result Overview and the PY27-28 Notice of Funding Availability and Scoring Rubric. The committee will also approve the August 12th meeting minutes and hear public announcements.
Wickenburg committee to review FY26 tourism marketing and plan FY27 efforts
The Economic Development and Transportation Advisory Committee will hold a regular public meeting to approve past meeting minutes and discuss the town’s FY26 tourism marketing campaigns, including plans for the FY27 campaign. No formal decisions on new spending or ordinances are listed on this agenda.
Commission to vote on five zoning and land-use changes September 9
The Cochise County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on five zoning and land-use proposals, including rezonings, special use authorizations, and a zoning regulation amendment. The meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in Bisbee and virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Chandler Industrial Development Authority meeting cancelled
The Industrial Development Authority of Chandler, Arizona, has cancelled its public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. in the City Council Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago St., due to lack of items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
Board to discuss tribal consultation policy and land acknowledgement revisions
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will hold a study session to discuss a proposed policy on consultation with tribal nations and revisions to the county's land acknowledgement statement. The board will also hear a presentation on the economic development strategic plan for 2026-2029 and an update on a partnership…
Board to vote on $206,000 South32 Hermosa funding for local school programs
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors will consider a $206,000 Community Investment Agreement with South32 Hermosa, Inc. to support five educational programs for the 2026-2027 school year. The agenda also includes a study session on air quality monitoring and workforce planning, as well as routine consent items…
Commission votes on Tesla charging rules and Colt Springs Phase 3 zoning changes
The Page Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on four major land-use items. These include a text amendment for electric vehicle charging facilities and zoning changes for the Colt Springs Phase 3 development and the Wesley Hotel. The commission will also appoint a new Chair and Vice-Chair.
Mesa Council to consider $17.1M Elliot Road widening contract
The Mesa City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $17.1 million contract to widen Elliot Road to six lanes, several liquor license approvals, and other contracts. They will also introduce ordinances to annex land and rezone 196 acres for a mixed-use community, and hold a public hearing on lowering…
Council to vote on retail development tax incentive agreement
The Mesa City Council will hold a special meeting to consider adopting a notice of intent for a retail development tax incentive agreement. The project is located west and south of State Route 24, east of South Ellsworth Road, and north of East Williams Field Road. This is the only action item on the agenda, followed…
Council reviews development agreement for project near SR 24 and Ellsworth Road
The City of Mesa Council will hold a study session to review items for the August 31 regular meeting. The primary substantive item is a discussion of a development agreement for a project located west and south of State Route 24. The session also includes routine approval of minutes and a move into executive session…
Planning Commission to weigh Legacy Zones rezoning rule changes
The Marana Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the Town Council on a text amendment to the Land Development Code regarding Legacy Zones (Zones A through E). The amendment clarifies when a rezoning is required in these zones and adds new definitions for "Enterprise" and…
Commission reviews EV charging rules and Colt Springs Phase 3 zoning changes
The Page Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review three specific planning items. The agenda includes a text amendment for electric vehicle charging facilities, a minor general plan and zoning map amendment for Colt Springs Phase 3, and a zoning map amendment for The Wesley Hotel. No final votes…
Council to consider second bridge construction contract and sidewalk dining program
The Lake Havasu City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key items include a construction contract for the Second Bridge & Roadway Improvement Project, a pilot sidewalk dining program downtown, and an electric vehicle charging station agreement. The consent agenda…
Cultural Foundation Board Development Subcommittee to review board applicants and survey
The Cultural Foundation Board Development Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to approve the June 2026 minutes, welcome a new member, review current board applicants, and discuss a board engagement survey. The meeting is open to the public and will be held via Microsoft Teams.
Council to vote on Salsa Fest liquor licenses, consent agenda
The Safford City Council will consider approving two special event liquor license applications for the 2026 Nature Sweet Salsa Festival and its Chamber Mixer, both hosted by the Graham County Chamber of Commerce. The council will also vote on an ordinance to introduce a consent agenda for future meetings and approve…
Page economic board to hear updates on workforce housing, chamber, conservancy
The Page Economic Development Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with updates from members, the Chamber of Commerce, and Glen Canyon Conservancy, plus staff reports on marketing and public information. They will also discuss a proposed workforce housing project with Genterra and Coconino Community College, and…
Commission to hear updates on fair booths, Route 66 fest, and pitch competition
The Kingman Economic Development Advisory Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive informational updates from staff and commissioners. Topics include the 2026 Mohave County Fair booths, the Moonshot Rural Arizona Pitch Competition, and the I Heart Route 66 Fest Centennial Celebration…
CDBG committee to review annual performance report and ranking sheet
The CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 20, 2026, and discuss the Program Year 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) and possible modifications to the applicant ranking sheet. Both discussion items are for discussion only, with no formal action expected.
Marana Council to vote on $3M job-order contracts and water project changes
The Marana Town Council will hold a special meeting on August 17, 2026, to act on routine and emergency items, including amendments to procurement rules, utility agreements, and a water facility contract change order. The meeting follows standard procedural steps and includes a public comment period.
Council to consider Compass Datacenters development agreement and final plat
The El Mirage City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda with 18 items and four regular agenda items. Key decisions include a development agreement and final plat for the Compass Datacenters PHX II facility, a conditional use permit for a warehouse, a commercial wastewater fee schedule amendment, and a mural…
Council to consider Compass Datacenters plat, development agreement
The El Mirage City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing 18 items, including contracts, grants, and intergovernmental agreements. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a warehouse, a fee schedule amendment for commercial wastewater, and a mural…
Airport Commission to review 7-11 gas station and Firestone site plan
The Chandler Airport Commission is holding a study session to discuss a single substantive item: a preliminary development plan (PLH25-0038) for a 7-11 gas station and Firestone Tires at an unspecified location. The meeting also includes public comment time and a calendar note that the regular commission meeting will…
Airport Commission to review 7-11 gas station and Firestone Tires site for airport conflict
The Chandler Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider an Airport Conflict Evaluation (ACE) report for a proposed 7-11 gas station and Firestone Tires development, recommending a finding of "no conflict with airport uses." The commission will also approve meeting minutes and receive monthly…
Community Development Advisory Committee to review funding priorities
The Maricopa County Community Development Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to approve the July 15th meeting minutes, review the calendar, and discuss funding priorities. The agenda includes a call to public and possible action items on the minutes and calendar.
Tourism committee to discuss $2027-046 destination marketing contract
The Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss City Contract No. 2027-046 for tourism destination marketing, economic development initiatives, and campaign support, which was presented to City Council the previous day. The committee will also approve May 2026 meeting minutes and welcome new member Katherine Dufort and…
IDA to vote on extending Intel's $700M revenue bond approval
The Chandler Industrial Development Authority is holding a regular meeting with a key action item: a vote on Resolution No. 2026-03 to extend preliminary approval for issuing up to $700 million in revenue bonds for Intel Corporation. The board will also discuss the request, review May and June 2026 financials, and…
Council to consider contracts for SCADA, soccer lighting, elevator, and sports center design
The Show Low City Council is meeting to decide on several contracts and project acceptances. Key items include awarding contracts for SCADA integration, soccer field lighting, and elevator modernization, as well as accepting the design phase for the new Sports and Events Center. The agenda also includes routine…
Town Council workshop on proposed Aluminum Dynamics facility, environmental review
The Gila Bend Town Council is holding a workshop to review the proposed Aluminum Dynamics (ADI) aluminum ingot casting facility, including its environmental impact, water usage, and economic benefits. The presentation covers air emissions, odor, wastewater, and dioxin cancer risk, with the town's consultant concluding…
Council approves 11.165-acre rezoning to single-family residential
The Gila Bend Town Council held a regular meeting, approving a consent agenda and a rezoning ordinance. The main business was a public hearing and unanimous approval to rezone 11.165 acres at 39351 S. Old U.S. Highway 80 from Planned Community to Single-Family Residential. The council also received a presentation from…
Mesa Design Review Board to discuss 6 preliminary design cases
The Design Review Board will hold a study session to discuss and provide direction on six preliminary design review cases, including multi-family housing, a credit union, a commercial development, an RV service building expansion, an industrial development, and an outdoor storage expansion. The board will also elect…
Housing commission to certify Section 8 program accuracy for FY 2026
The Public Housing Authority Commission is holding a regular meeting with a short agenda. The main business is a consent agenda containing two items: approval of the June 22, 2026 meeting minutes and adoption of Resolution No. HO196, which certifies that the Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) indicators…
City Council to approve minutes and certify July 21 primary election results
The Chandler City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve past meeting minutes and certify the official results of the July 21, 2026 Primary Election. The meeting follows standard procedural items including invocation, pledge, and public appearances.
Mesa council to certify July 21 primary election results
The Mesa City Council will hold a special meeting to canvass and adopt the results of the July 21, 2026, primary election. The council will also consider approving a development agreement for an AC Hotel by Marriott at Main Street and Centennial Way. The agenda contains only these two action items and adjournment.
Council Q&A with economic development groups
The Benson City Council is holding a worksession to participate in an information Q&A session with the Southeast Arizona Economic Development Group and the Arizona Commerce Authority. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the session is for discussion and information exchange.
Commission to consider zoning amendment for battery energy storage systems
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed Zoning Text Amendment to the Land Development Ordinances. This amendment specifically relates to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Mesa Board of Adjustment to review sign plans and facility expansions
The Board of Adjustment will take action on several permit requests, including comprehensive sign plans and facility expansions. The board will consider whether to approve these requests with conditions or continue them to a later date.
Commission to vote on two food court permits in Lake Havasu City
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on two major conditional use permits for new food courts. Each permit would allow a food court with mobile food units and a permanent building in the Limited Commercial (C-1) District for one year.
City Council to vote on liquor licenses and school resource officers funding
The Maricopa City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including recommendations for special event liquor licenses and an intergovernmental agreement for school resource officers. The meeting also includes presentations on a strategic plan and state legislative session, with no…
City Council to consider rezone and multiple liquor license applications
The City Council will review a zoning change for 3.11 acres at 163rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road and five liquor license recommendations. The body is also deciding on several development agreements and police task force partnerships.