Douglas public meetings in 2023

Local Pension Board - Police

This is a procedural meeting of the Douglas, AZ Local Pension Board for Police. The agenda consists solely of two agenda documents, one with actions, and contains no substantive discussion items or decisions listed in the text provided.

• Meeting of the PSPRS Police Local Board
• Agenda document (POLICE 12132023 AGENDA.PDF)
• Agenda with actions document (POLICE 12132023 AGENDA WITH ACTIONS.PDF)

Local Pension Board - Fire

This is a procedural meeting of the Douglas, AZ Local Pension Board for Fire. The agenda lists two documents for review: the meeting agenda and the agenda with actions, both dated 12/13/2023. No specific decisions or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of PSPRS Fire Local Board Agenda 12/13
• Review of PSPRS Fire Local Board Agenda With Actions 12/13

City Council

The provided document contains only a link to the Municode meeting page. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed for discussion.

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas, AZ City Council meeting on December 13, 2023, contains only a link to Municode's agenda platform, with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is not yet populated.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the city's financials for fiscal year 2022/2023 and the first quarter of fiscal year 2023/2024. The committee will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings held in 2022 and 2023.

• Approval of minutes from May 31, 2022, November 29, 2022, and June 5, 2023
• Discussion on fiscal year 2022/2023 financials
• Discussion on first quarter of fiscal year 2023/2024 financials

Finance Committee

The Douglas Finance Committee met in a special session to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the city's financial reports for fiscal year 2022/2023 and the first quarter of fiscal year 2023/2024. No action was taken on the financial discussions, which were informational only. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comment items or other business.

• Approved minutes from May 31, 2022, November 29, 2022, and June 5, 2023
• Discussed FY2022/2023 financials (no action)
• Discussed Q1 FY2023/2024 financials (no action)

Local Pension Board - Police

The Douglas Local Pension Board for Police is meeting to discuss and possibly take actions on pension-related matters. The agenda includes a standard review of items, but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of PSPRS Police agenda for November 8, 2023
• Consideration of actions on pension items

Local Pension Board - Fire

This is the agenda for the Douglas Local Pension Board (Fire) meeting on November 8, 2023. The agenda lists two items: the standard PSPRS Fire Local Board agenda and a version with actions. No specific decisions or discussion topics are detailed in the provided text.

• PSPRS Fire Local Board agenda for 11/8
• PSPRS Fire agenda with actions for 11/8/23

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics — only a link to the Municode agendas portal. Residents will find no actionable business in this document.

City Council

This agenda provides only a link to the Municode agendas portal and lists no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda content is not included in the provided text.

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains only a link to the Municode agendas portal and lists no specific items for discussion, decision, or public hearing.

City Council

The provided document contains only a link to the Municode meeting portal. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed in the text.

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas, AZ City Council meeting of September 27, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas page and no specific agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete, with no decisions or discussions listed.

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains no substantive items for decision or discussion, only a link to the Municode agendas portal.

City Council

This agenda contains only a link to the Municode online agenda platform and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the detailed agenda is hosted externally.

• No specific agenda items listed in the provided text

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It lists only a link to the Municode agendas platform and contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

The City Council held a special meeting to review a Telecommunications Roadmap Study presented by Native Networks. The presentation covered 'Smart City' infrastructure, including SCADA systems, private LTE, and smart poles. No formal votes or decisions were made regarding the implementation of the plan.

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The Board approved meeting minutes from April 18, May 16, and June 20, 2023. Members reviewed financial reports showing a balance of $22,249 and discussed upcoming RV park electrical improvements and Labor Day tournament preparations.

• Approved meeting minutes from April 18, May 16, and June 20, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed agenda items, only a link to the Municode agendas platform, so there is nothing concrete for the council to decide or discuss at this meeting.

The City Council approved the acceptance of state funding for a connector road from Highway 80 to the new Commercial Port of Entry. Council also approved the first readings of two rezoning ordinances and a consent agenda including July expenditures.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-1558 to accept $8,170,000 from the State of Arizona for a connector road (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1169 to rezone parcel 41021002B from Mobile Home Residential to General Commercial (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1170 to rezone parcel 40825084A from Single Family Residential 6000 to General Commercial (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2023 expenditures totaling $1,820,192.42 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Louie Garcia as Planning and Zoning Commission Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for May 10, May 24, July 12, and July 26, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas City Council meeting on August 9, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas platform and no listed agenda items. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions specified.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority approved previous meeting minutes and appointed Mr. Barreras as Treasurer. The board discussed CPA services, potential new members, and ownership details regarding city-owned buildings.

• Approved meeting minutes for June 13, 2023 and July 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Barreras as IDA Treasurer (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved the final balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the council awarded a paving contract for Washington Avenue and approved engineering services for the West Douglas expansion.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget of $71,735,643 (3-2)
• Denied motion to replace current budget with original tentative budget (2-3)
• Approved contract award to KE&G Construction, Inc. for repair and paving of Washington Avenue at Hohokam Drive (5-0)
• Approved $292,476.91 scope of work from Stantec Consulting Services for West Douglas expansion preliminary engineering (5-0)

Douglas Community Housing Corporation

The Board of Directors reviewed financial reports and occupancy rates for the Community Housing Corporation. Management reported that work from the Capital Needs Assessment is under budget, though one parking lot project required additional funds. No formal votes on policy or contracts were recorded.

• Reported $8,847 additional cost for asphalt and signage
• Adjourned meeting at 1:43 p.m.

City Council

The City Council approved updates to the city's zoning code and building permit and inspection regulations. The council also authorized a $470,433.76 road project and accepted several grants for fire and police services.

• Approved June 2023 expenditures totaling $3,387,604.38 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 amendments to the Douglas Zoning Code (Ordinance No. 23-1166) (6-0)
• Approved 2023 amendments to building permits and inspection (Ordinance No. 23-1167) (6-0)
• Approved lease extension for Douglas Animal Shelter at 2017 Rogers Avenue (6-0)
• Accepted $3,500 Walmart community grant for fire, library, and police (6-0)
• Accepted $94,888.57 FEMA grant for a fire protection sprinkler system (6-0)
• Approved $470,433.76 proposal from KE&G Construction for 5th Street mill and overlay (6-0)
• Designated Finance Director Alejandro Martinez as Chief Fiscal Officer (6-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority accepted a treasurer report showing total assets of $455,042.92. Members discussed the search for a CPA and the potential for property tax refunds based on the agency's non-profit status. The board also reviewed updates regarding an underground storage tank grant and lease responsibilities.

• Tabled June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer report as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Mr. Lopez as Treasurer and IDA member

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The Board unanimously approved the FY 2023/2024 budget and adopted a policy regarding the finding of illegal substances for employees. The Board also elected new officers and received reports on golf course maintenance and a city investigation into a customer complaint.

• Approved election of officers (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023/2024 Budget with $533,650 total (unanimous)
• Adopted Finding of Illegal Substances Policy for employees (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas City Council meeting on June 14, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas platform, with no specific agenda items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete as provided.

The City Council approved a new tax rate for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and passed the first reading of comprehensive zoning and building permit code amendments. The council also designated the city as an Official Destination Marketing Organization to increase grant eligibility for tourism.

• Approved May 2023 expenditures totaling $1,671,472.76 (6-0)
• Awarded 24-hour gasoline/diesel service bid to Shell Bordermart (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 10 parcels in Eastside Addition Block 12 from Limited Commercial to Multi-Family Residential (5-1)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 23-1168 to set the FY 2024 tax rate (6-0)
• Approved first reading of 2023 Zoning Code amendments (Ordinance No. 23-1166) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of building permit and inspection amendments (Ordinance No. 23-1167) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1549 designating the city as an Official Destination Marketing Organization (6-0)
• Approved partial termination of lease with Industrial Development Authority to allow land sale to Cox (6-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority approved a new application form and released a 2-acre city-owned parcel from a 1978 lease to allow for the sale of the land to Cox Communications. The board also discussed the remediation of an underground storage tank at the Aspen building.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved IDA Application Form with additions regarding credit reports and Federal interest rates (Unanimous)
• Released a 2-acre parcel from the August 16, 1978 lease agreement with the City of Douglas (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas City Council meeting on June 7, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas page. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda consists solely of a Municode link

The City Council entered an executive session to discuss legal advice and positions regarding two real estate matters. Following the session, the Mayor provided updates on the status of negotiations for both properties.

• Approved entering executive session to discuss airport land and 1300 San Antonio Ave (7-0)
• Approved adjourning executive session (7-0)
• Instructed staff to continue finalizing the sale contract for vacant land around Douglas Municipal Airport with JW Resources
• Instructed staff to convey concerns to the lone bidder for 1300 San Antonio Ave and return the bid for award on June 14

City Council

The Council approved health insurance contract renewals and a tuition reduction agreement with Northern Arizona University. Members also discussed the FY 2023/2024 budget recommendations and the status of city facilities including the golf course and 8 ST Park pool.

• Approved health insurance renewals with Marpai Health, Aetna, American Health Holding, Broadreach Medical Resources, and Berkley (7-0)
• Set monthly health insurance contributions at $634.56 for employee only and $1,046.60 for employee + family (7-0)
• Approved contract renewal with Educational Services, Inc. (ESI) (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Northern Arizona University for employee tuition reduction (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended the FY2023/2024 Operating Budget for the City of Douglas. The recommendation includes specific employee compensation and benefit updates.

• Recommended FY2023/2024 Operating Budget with presented changes (unanimous)
• Recommended 2% employee raise plus $1,000 bonus
• Recommended coverage for family insurance
• Recommended increase to Golf Course Superintendent salary

City Council

This agenda contains only a link to the Municode online agenda portal and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not populated with specific business.

The City Council held a special meeting to receive presentations and discuss proposed amendments to the Douglas Zoning Code and Title 15 regarding building permits and inspections. No formal votes were taken on these items during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:08 p.m.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider four design review applications. Items include an accessory storage container for a native plant garden, a fence for a commercial property, a classroom addition at a school, and a house remodel. The board will vote to approve, amend, table, or deny each application.

• Accessory storage container for Native Plant Demonstration Garden at 411 E. 8th Street
• Commercial accessory fence at 538 & 540 E. 14th Street
• Demolition of modular structure and construction of 7-classroom/2-restroom addition at Center for Academic Success, 510 N. G Avenue
• Partial demolition, re-roofing, remodeling and addition for single-family house at 325 E. 8th Street

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains a single link to the Municode agendas portal and lists no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The Mayor and Council held a joint session with the Finance Committee to review the recommended budget for fiscal year 2023/2024. The session included presentations on fund balances, general fund revenues, and enterprise fund highlights. No formal votes were recorded on the budget proposals during this meeting.

• Read proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The board approved the minutes from January and March 2023 and requested the city finance department's help in switching bank accounts to reduce fees. Members discussed the FY 2023/2024 budget, including a proposed $1M allocation from an apartment sale for capital improvements.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 24, 2023 and March 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved request for city finance department to assist in changing bank accounts (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed action items, discussions, or decisions, only a link to the Municode agendas portal. No substantive business is scheduled for this meeting.

The City Council approved a lower property tax rate for the fiscal year ending June 2024 and authorized the sale of five vacant parcels to SATOW, LLC. The Council also passed the first reading of an ordinance to rezone ten parcels from limited commercial to multi-family residential.

• Approved April 2023 expenditures totaling $2,074,634.02 (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1163 to rezone ten parcels to multi-family residential (6-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 23-1165 to sell five vacant parcels at Rancho La Perilla Estates to SATOW, LLC (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1168 to lower property tax rate from 1.1591 to 1.1147 (6-0)

City Council

The provided text is procedural boilerplate consisting solely of a URL to the Municode agenda system. No specific decisions, discussions, or concrete items are listed in the source document.

The City Council held a special meeting consisting of a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan for fiscal year 2023. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Finance Committee

The committee discussed the 3rd quarter financial update for fiscal year 2022-2023 and the property tax levy for fiscal year 2024. No formal votes were taken on financial policies or tax rates during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m. (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority approved its bylaws, articles of incorporation, logo, and letterhead. The board also authorized a $5,000 retainer for a future CPA to handle taxes and non-profit status and approved travel reimbursement for the AZ Governors Conference on Tourism.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved IDA Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved Articles of Incorporation with correction replacing 'men' with 'persons' (unanimous)
• Approved logo 'number two form' (unanimous)
• Approved letterhead/logo 'number three' with added website, email, and address (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 retainer for a CPA to handle taxes and non-profit status once hired (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for President Scherden's hotel, registration, and one dinner for AZ Governors Conference on Tourism (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved the rezoning of four parcels in the Overlock addition and two purchase agreements with SEAGO for transit vouchers. The Council also held discussions on proposed amendments to the zoning code and municipal building permits.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 23-1162 to rezone four parcels from Mobile Home Residence (MHR) to Single-Family Residential 6000 (SFR6) (7-0)
• Approved Purchase Agreement with SEAGO for Cochise Connection FTA Access & Mobility Grant vouchers (7-0)
• Approved Purchase Agreement with SEAGO for Douglas Rides Transit Program FTA Access & Mobility Grant vouchers (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss property sales, leases, and exchanges (unanimous)
• Instructed staff to continue conceptual design for city-owned parcel at 14th Street and Pan American Avenue
• Instructed staff to further research options for property exchange of parcel 410-14-001K2
• Instructed staff to research community needs regarding property acquisition or lease within city limits

Douglas Community Housing Corporation

The Board of Directors unanimously accepted the Capital Needs Assessment Report recommendations dated April 10, 2023. The report includes updates to the reserve replacement account and specific tenant requirements for ADA showers and thermostat controls.

• Accepted Capital Needs Assessment Report recommendations dated April 10, 2023 (Unanimous)

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The Board reviewed a $92,000 bid for RV park electrical upgrades and an estimated $8,000 for a transformer. Members discussed the FY 2023/2024 budget process and maintenance needs for the golf course, including sod installation and equipment requests.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (Unanimous)

City Council

The provided document consists solely of a URL to the Municode online agenda system for Douglas, AZ. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the source text.

The City Council convened in a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss legal advice and the city's position on selling vacant land around the Douglas Municipal Airport. Mayor Huish stated that the topic will be on the agenda for a regular meeting for further discussion and public questions.

• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding vacant land around Douglas Municipal Airport (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (Unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority unanimously decided to stop engaging in new loans, grants, or loan additions for a six-month period. The board also approved the meeting minutes from March 9 and 14, 2023. No action was taken regarding UST tank removal.

• Approved meeting minutes for March 9 & 14, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to not engage in new loans, grants, or loan additions for six months (Unanimous)
• UST tank removal: No action taken

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains no specific items for decision or discussion, only a link to the Municode agendas platform. Residents will find no actionable topics here.

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains only a link to the Municode agendas platform and lists no specific items for discussion or decision.

The City Council approved $2.6 million in March expenditures and the first reading of an ordinance to rezone four parcels to single-family residential. The council also held a first reading for a proposal to rezone ten parcels to multi-family residential, though the provided record ends before a final vote on that item.

• Approved March 2023 expenditures totaling $2.6M (5-1)
• Approved February 22 and March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-1)
• Approved appointment of Finance Committee Chairperson (5-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1162 to rezone four parcels from Mobile Home Residence to Single-Family Residential 6000 (6-0)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas, AZ City Council meeting on April 12, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas page. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

• No specific agenda items provided

The City Council conducted a public hearing to receive testimony on four proposed zoning map and text amendments. No votes were taken and no final decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Douglas Community Housing Corporation

The Board of Directors approved moving forward with repairs required by the Capital Needs Assessment report to facilitate the purchase of Rancho La Perilla Apartments by RLP II, LLC. The work is estimated at $137,000, with $82,000 to be funded from a reserve account.

• Approved repairs required by the CNA report estimated at $137,000 (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas, AZ City Council meeting on March 22, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas platform and no listed agenda items. It is procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions specified.

The City Council approved a bid for arsenic treatment and rehabilitation of Well 14 and designated the Finance Director as the city's Chief Fiscal Officer. The council also held discussions regarding staggered annexation strategies and proposed zoning code and map amendments.

• Approved bid award to Layne Christensen Co. for Well 14 rehabilitation ($952,921)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1542 designating Finance Director Alejandro Martinez as Chief Fiscal Officer

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The Board reviewed the expiration of the golf course concessionaire agreement and the need to update bylaws. City officials discussed potential electrical upgrades for the RV park and provided maintenance updates for the golf course.

• Reported bank balance of $30,059
• Proposed $92,000 electrical upgrade and $8,000 APS upgrade for RV park
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority approved continued financial assistance for Ramirez Advisors Inter-National, LLC regarding the Port of Entry project. The board also updated bank signature cards and approved a grant re-application for underground tank removal.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved changing treasurer's reports to a quarterly basis (unanimous)
• Approved adding current officers to bank signature cards and removing Danny Ortega Sr., Howard Henderson, and Robert Marrufo (unanimous)
• Approved re-applying for a grant to cover partial underground tank removal fees (unanimous)
• Approved continued financial assistance for the Port of Entry Project until 2028 (unanimous)
• Entered and adjourned Executive Session regarding OVA Enterprises LLC (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority entered into and adjourned from an executive session to review bylaws with the attorney. No legal action was taken during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to review bylaws (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It contains only a link to the Municode agendas portal and lists no specific items for decision or discussion.

The Council approved the sale of five city-owned parcels to SATOW LLC for housing development. They also accepted a $30,000 grant for a wastewater treatment plant manual and approved a sublicense for a pet health clinic.

• Approved $3,236,876.86 in expenditures for February 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved bid award to SATOW LLC for five city-owned parcels at $5,000 per lot (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1541 to accept $30,000 NADB grant for wastewater plant manual (Unanimous)
• Approved sublicense agreement for HOPE Inc. and Humane Society of Southern Arizona to operate Douglas OneHealth Clinic at 661 G Avenue (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas City Council meeting on February 22, 2023, contains only a link to the Municode agendas page. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority elected its board officers and approved the meeting minutes and treasurer report. The board discussed potential bylaw revisions and requested legal clarification from an attorney before proceeding.

• Elected Patrick Scherden (President), Robert Fernandez (Vice President), Ida Pedregé (Secretary), and Florencio Lopez (Treasurer) (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for November 15, 2022, and January 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved treasurer report showing account balances totaling $448,503.29 as of 02/14/2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda contains only a link to the Municode agendas page, with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda details are not provided in this text.

The City Council approved a $1.5M ADOT grant for the Douglas Municipal Airport and authorized the sale of a vacant land parcel to Cox Communications. Council also approved a departmental reorganization ordinance and January expenditures. A property transfer for 1300 San Antonio Avenue is scheduled for February 22, 2023.

• Approved $1,614,234.78 in January 2023 expenditures (Unanimous)
• Approved January 11 & 25, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Bright Brain Hospitality LLC-Gadsden Hotel (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-1159 for departmental reorganization (5-2)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1160 to sell vacant land to Cox Communications Arizona LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1540 for $1.5M ADOT runway rehabilitation grant (Unanimous)
• Approved entry into executive session regarding real estate (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda for the Douglas, AZ City Council meeting on January 25, 2023, contains only a link to Municode agendas and no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The City Council approved amendments to the animal and noise codes and a first reading of a departmental reorganization ordinance. The council also abolished a program coordinating committee and awarded a contract for a broadband and telecommunications plan.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 23-1157 amending animal code and nuisance animal removal (5-1)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 23-1158 amending noise regulation code (5-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1159 for departmental reorganization (5-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1538 abolishing the City of Douglas Program Coordinating Committee (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1539 adopting the Cochise County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2022 (6-0)
• Approved contract award to Native Network, Inc for broadband network & telecommunications plan (6-0)

Municipal Property Corporation - Golf Course

The Board approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. Members received financial reports and updates regarding RV park electrical upgrades and golf course maintenance.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority approved the use of a new attorney to review the IDA bylaws. The board tabled the nomination and election of officers until a future meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 18, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Ratified outsourcing of a new attorney to review IDA bylaws (Unanimous)
• Tabled nomination and election of officers (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural boilerplate. It lists only a link to the Municode agendas portal and contains no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The City Council dissolved the Public Housing Authority and eliminated the Housing Department, transitioning those functions to Cochise County. The council also approved several ordinances regarding personnel rules and animal control, and accepted multiple grants for public safety and infrastructure.

• Approved expenditures for December 2022 totaling $4,230,086.06
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1154 to dissolve the Public Housing Authority and eliminate the Housing Department
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1155 amending City Personnel Rules and Regulations
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1157 amending the Animal Code regarding nuisance animals
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 23-1158 amending the Health and Safety Code regarding noise
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1533 to accept a $40,000 SAMIT grant for police investigations
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1536 adopting the 2023 Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Pension Funding Policy
• Approved Resolution No. 23-1537 to accept ARPA grant funding for water and sewer facilities for the new Commercial Port of Entry

Douglas Community Housing Corporation

The Board approved the 2021/2022 audit reports and ratified a related certification. Members directed the City attorney to file a 60-day due diligence extension for the sale of Rancho La Perilla Apartments and instructed staff to continue work on the HUD Project Capital Needs Assessment report.

• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2021/2022 audit and reports and ratified 11/14/2022 certification (unanimous)
• Directed First West staff to continue work on the PCNA report (unanimous)
• Directed City attorney to file a 60-day due diligence extension for the sale of Rancho La Perilla Apartments (unanimous)