Homelessness in Arizona local government
What Arizona city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about homelessness — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
37 Arizona meetings since 2024 covered homelessness. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Arizona with the most homelessness activity
- Pima, AZ (12)
- Avondale, AZ (6)
- Mesa, AZ (4)
- Surprise, AZ (3)
- Bullhead City, AZ (2)
- Taylor, AZ (2)
- Cochise County, AZ (1)
- Tempe, AZ (1)
- Eloy, AZ (1)
- Prescott Valley, AZ (1)
- Camp Verde, AZ (1)
- Paradise Valley, AZ (1)
Latest matching meetings
Board of Supervisors discusses staffing policies and mobile market funding
The Board of Supervisors will hold a study session to discuss county staffing processes, vacancy policies, and climate action updates. The meeting also includes a presentation on the PLAZA Mobile Market regarding program challenges and updates on various county initiatives.
Council to vote on $50,000 grant for homeless transportation
The Bullhead City Council will consider several action items, including a $50,000 transportation grant for homeless services, a $514,433 lease for six mowers, and liquor license applications for Eagles Market and Takumi Sushi House. They will also hear a presentation on hospital operations from Western Arizona…
Cochise County to purchase property for new animal shelter
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve several financial agreements, grant acceptances, and property acquisitions. Key actions include funding for fire departments and an agreement for opioid settlement funds.
Homeless Services presentation to commission for discussion
The Neighborhood & Family Services Commission will receive a presentation from the Homeless Services Division Manager for discussion only, and will consider approval of the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes. Other items include discussion of future agenda topics and staff announcements. No binding decisions are scheduled.
Board to discuss homelessness, climate plan, federal cuts, and staffing policy
This is a study session where the Board of Supervisors receives updates and holds discussions on several county initiatives. Topics include homelessness and public safety strategies, the Climate Action Plan, monthly finances, potential litigation, staffing and vacancy policies, and the impact of federal Medicaid and…
Council to consider 0.5% sales tax election for public safety, transit, preschool
The Tempe City Council will consider calling a special election for a 0.5% sales tax hike to fund public safety, transit, and preschool. They will also hold first public hearings on the Legend City District mixed-use development at Papago Park Center and on a comprehensive update to the city's construction codes…
Board to discuss Sheriff's report in executive session
The Board will enter executive session to discuss legal advice regarding a report from Sheriff Chris Nanos and potential actions on his conduct. They will also receive updates on county initiatives addressing homelessness and public safety, and a monthly financial update on county performance. Additionally…
Council to discuss animal shelter needs assessment and control study
The Eloy City Council will hold a work session to discuss a presentation on the City of Eloy Animal Shelter Needs Assessment and Animal Control Study. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.
Tucson and Pima County to discuss homelessness and opioid crisis collaboration
The Board of Supervisors and Mayor and Council are holding a joint meeting to discuss collaboration on unsheltered homelessness and the fentanyl/opioid public health crisis. The agenda includes several attachments with program details. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
City Council to approve up to $300,000 for homelessness support services
The Avondale City Council will consider a range of items including employee introductions, several proclamations, and routine consent agenda actions. It will vote on a $300,000 HOME Investment Partnerships award for supportive services for families experiencing homelessness and related agreements. The council will…
Town Council discusses potential street bond and park master plan
The Prescott Valley Town Council holds a study session to discuss four items: the Large Animal Shelter and Emergency Readiness (L.A.S.E.R.) program, the Glassford Dells Regional Park conceptual master plan, a potential street bond, and traffic calming guidelines. All items are discussion only; no votes are scheduled.
Council to discuss water/wastewater fee adjustments
The City Council will hear presentations and discuss three topics: proposed adjustments to water and wastewater capacity fees and utility fund rates, an update on Mesa's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, and an overview of the city's homelessness response programs. No formal votes are expected; the session is…
Council to vote on $174,970 homeless outreach grant for police
The Taylor City Council will consider a $174,970 grant for the Police Department's Homeless Outreach and Referral Program, along with a zoning amendment for automobile storage facilities. They will also vote on multiple contracts and purchases, including $50,000 for fire department 5G modems and laptops, and various…
Board to vote on $1.55M in emergency food and refugee aid
The Board of Supervisors will consider directing $600,000 to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and $200,000 to the Sahuarita Food Bank, plus $750,000 total to three refugee resettlement agencies (IRC of Arizona, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest, and Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona)…
Council to vote on public safety salary adjustments and Embassy Suites hotel deal
The Avondale City Council will consider mid-year salary adjustments for police and fire personnel, including step plan changes and two new lieutenant positions, effective January 2026. They will also receive a presentation and vote on a Notice of Intent for a development tax incentive agreement with Web Avondale…
Board reviews $440,000 award increase for pump repair contract
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider an amendment to Supplier Contract SC2400001815 with Bestway Electric Motor Service Co., raising the annual award by $440,000 to $922,000 and a cumulative not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,404,000 for pump repairs. The agenda also includes a $618,092.20 contract with Solis…
Council considers $300,000 homeless services agreement with Maricopa County
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including approval of meeting minutes, a $150,000 fiber optic connection project on Waddell Road, and a drainage easement. Regular agenda items include a public hearing for a sign program at Asante Trails commerce center, and non-public hearing items: an intergovernmental…
Pima County Board of Supervisors to discuss opioid settlements and homelessness
The Board will hold executive sessions regarding homeless encampments on county property and opioid manufacturer settlements. The meeting includes decisions on fire restrictions, budget appropriations for wildfire fuel reduction, and the establishment of a conservation advisory board.
Board to consider $150K security contract increase for Kino Sports Complex
The Board will vote on a $150,000 increase to a security contract at Kino Sports Complex due to a new agreement with a professional Mexican baseball team. They will also discuss funding recommendations for over 60 outside agencies totaling approximately $2.5 million for FY2025/2026. Additionally, the board will…
Council to consider development agreement with Old Westbury Land and Cattle Company
The Surprise City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a development agreement with Old Westbury Land and Cattle Company, an amendment to a homeless services intergovernmental agreement, and a $400,000 budget amendment for increased Spring Training revenues. Public hearings will be held on two liquor…
Council to consider awarding $254,509.48 bid for Dickison Circle Drainage Improvements
The Camp Verde Town Council will discuss and possibly approve several action items, including awarding a $254,509.48 contract to Pacific Corrugated Pipe Company for culvert materials for the Dickison Circle Drainage Improvements Project. They will also consider a resolution to accept easements for the Sycamore Villas…
Avondale City Council to consider $3 million settlement and various grants
The City Council will decide on several consent items, including a legal settlement and grant acceptances. The meeting also includes introductions of new employees and a separate Alamar Community Facilities District Board meeting regarding general obligation bonds.
Council to adopt tentative FY2025/2026 budget, set public hearing for May 22
The Town Council will consider adopting Resolution 2025-03 for the tentative Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget and scheduling a public hearing on May 22. Action items include authorizing up to $4,168,665.55 for the Pavement Preservation Program and approving a $103,100.19 facilities condition assessment contract. In…
Council to nominate and appoint new member to fill vacant seat
The City Council will consider nominating and appointing a new member to fill a vacant council seat. Other major items include up to $400,000 for concrete repairs on local roads, $290,000 for Monroe Boulevard pavement restorations, and $52,746 for an animal shelter access control system. A budget amendment for March…
Council to discuss changes to Comprehensive Fee Schedule
The Bullhead City Council will tour the new Animal Resource Center, then hold a work session to discuss proposed changes to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. Staff will post recommended changes online before seeking adoption on May 20, 2025.
Board to review FY 2025/26 budget supplemental requests
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will discuss and consider the supplemental budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes updates on homelessness and public safety, proposed settlements in three lawsuits, and several contract awards. Two public hearings are scheduled on a fireworks code…
Board to consider site for new Animal Care & Control Services headquarters
The Board of Supervisors will discuss and possibly approve the selection of a site for constructing a new Animal Care and Control Services headquarters. They will also consider Resolution No. 2025-02 to set a goal of becoming a no‑kill animal shelter. Additional items include reappointments to the District 3 Board of…
Wildflower district to vote on increasing property tax levy for operations
The Board of Supervisors will hold hearings on amendments to floodplain management rules and a property tax levy election for the Wildflower Community Facilities District. They will also receive updates on homelessness and public safety initiatives, and consider revised funding recommendations for senior support…
Avondale City Council to install new members and approve affordable housing projects
The City Council will swear in newly elected members and select a Vice Mayor. The body will also consider several land dispositions for affordable housing and a new telecommunications agreement.
Pima County Board of Supervisors to review homelessness updates and multiple contracts
The Board will receive updates on homelessness and public safety initiatives and consider a revised ARPA budget. The meeting includes several contract awards for correctional health, IT software, and fleet management, as well as public hearings for fireworks permits and a rezoning request.
Council to discuss utility rate recommendations and homelessness strategy
The City Council will hear presentations on the Utility Fund's recommended rates, forecast, and assistance programs, an update on Mesa's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, and a discussion on the city's homelessness strategy including urban camping and proposed updates to the Park Code. These items are being…
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission meets to discuss mental health and homeless services
The Surprise Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and discuss two service programs: MIND 24-7 and Native American Connections HomeBase. The public may address the commission on non-agenda items during a call to the public.
Board to discuss censure of Sheriff Nanos and homelessness initiatives
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a motion to censure Sheriff Chris Nanos regarding alleged election interference and free speech violations, alongside updates on homelessness and public safety initiatives.
Council to discuss utility rates, drone tech, homelessness strategy
The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations and discuss four key topics: the Police Department's Drone as a First Responder program, results of the Quality Retail Attraction Strategy, recommended Utility Fund rates and assistance programs, and the city's homelessness strategy including urban…
Public Safety Committee to review homelessness and mental health response strategies
The Public Safety Committee will receive updates and presentations on three specific city initiatives. The meeting focuses on information gathering and discussion rather than final legislative decisions.
Avondale Council to consider funding increase for bridge housing
The City Council will discuss homeless services and the solid waste and recycling program. The body is also deciding on two liquor license applications and an amendment to increase funding for bridge housing.
Council discusses Rodeo Ground Event Center design and other city contracts
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several contract awards and community programs. The meeting includes presentations on homelessness, health services, and a free house plan program for residents.