Coolidge public meetings in 2022

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider consent agenda items including special event liquor licenses for the Chamber of Commerce, purchases of a vibratory roller and a passenger van, a roadway agreement with Pinal County for Procter & Gamble, and a grant for airport pavement preservation. The meeting also includes recognition of staff and a monthly report from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Special event liquor license for Chamber fundraiser at B Shorty's LLC, 145 W. Central Avenue, Dec 17, 2022
• Special event liquor license for Cotton Days beer garden, March 4, 2023
• Approval of Cotton Days requests: use of San Carlos Park, 320 W. Central Avenue, street closures, beer garden 10 AM-10 PM
• Purchase of 2016 Hamm HD12VV vibratory roller from Sunbelt Rentals for $26,295.33
• Purchase of 2018 Chevrolet Express 3500 van from Garrett Motors for $38,860.50; waiving sealed bid requirements

Council approved several consent items including liquor licenses and street closures for the 41st Annual Cotton Days. The board also authorized the purchase of a vibratory roller and a passenger van for city departments.

• Approved liquor license for Coolidge Chamber fundraiser on Dec 17, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Cotton Days Beer Garden on March 4, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Cotton Days requests for park use, staff assistance, and street closures (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,295.33 purchase of 2016 Hamm HD12VV Vibratory Roller (Unanimous)
• Approved road construction agreement with Pinal County for Procter & Gamble (Unanimous)
• Approved grant for pavement preservation at Coolidge Municipal Airport (Unanimous)
• Approved $38,860.50 purchase of 2018 Chevrolet Express 3500 van (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding an executive session to discuss lease agreements and sub-leases for real property at the Coolidge Municipal Airport, including potential terms and legal advice. This is a discussion-only item, closed to the public, with no decisions expected during the session.

• Executive session for lease agreement and sub-leases at Coolidge Airport
• Discussion with City Attorney on potential terms and legal advice
• Closed to public per A.R.S. §38-431.03 A(3), A(4), A(7)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding a special meeting to swear in newly elected and re-elected officials, including Jon Thompson as Mayor and Thomas Bagnall, Tatiana Murrieta, and Adriana Saavedra as Councilmembers. The council will also recognize exiting Councilmembers Benjamin Navarro and Tina Kaufman for their service. No other business is on the agenda.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Jon Thompson and Councilmembers Thomas Bagnall, Tatiana Murrieta, and Adriana Saavedra
• Recognition of exiting Councilmembers Benjamin Navarro and Tina Kaufman

The City Council held a special meeting to swear in newly elected and re-elected officials. The council also recognized exiting members for their service. No legislative policy or budget decisions were made.

• Swore-in Mayor Jon Thompson and Councilmembers Thomas Bagnall and Adriana Saavedra
• Recognized exiting Councilmembers Benjamin Navarro and Tina Kaufman
• Approved motion to adjourn (Unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent items and resolutions at its Nov. 28 regular meeting. Key actions include applying for a $416,457.54 Border Security Fund grant to buy Motorola equipment for police and fire radio integration, approving a three-year reading app license, and adopting the 2022 CART Route Optimization Study. The agenda also includes a street closure for a toy giveaway and a report from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Grant application for $416,457.54 to purchase Motorola communications equipment for Pinal County Astro 25 trunking system integration
• Three-year license agreement with Zoobean for Beanstack reading app (cost increase of $8/year, setup fee waived)
• Street closure of Roosevelt Avenue between Main Street and the alley for United Dance Company toy giveaway on Dec. 18
• Resolution 22-21 adopting the 2022 CART Route Optimization Study
• Resolution 22-22 adopting the Coolidge 2025 General Plan Major Amendment Schedule for 2023

City Council approved a public participation schedule for 2023 major amendments to the 2025 General Plan. The council also authorized a reading app license and adopted a transit route optimization study. Additionally, the council officially canvassed the November 8, 2022, general election results.

• Approved 2023 Major General Plan Amendment Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved three-year license agreement with Zoobean for a reading app (Unanimous)
• Adopted the 2022 CART Route Optimization Study (Unanimous)
• Approved election results declaring Adriana Saavedra elected to the 3rd City Council seat (Unanimous)
• Approved request to close Roosevelt Avenue for Toy Giveaway on Dec 18 (Unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $416,457.54 for Motorola communications equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 claims (Unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider an economic development agreement with Procter & Gamble, several contracts for street work and equipment, and appointments to city boards. The agenda also includes consent items for a special event liquor license, grant funding, and service agreements.

• Resolution No. 22-20: Economic Development Agreement with Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
• Subrecipient Agreement #220301-01: $100,000 Homeland Security grant for police communications microwave link from Gila Electronics
• Agreement with Holbrook Asphalt Co. for HA5 seal coat, up to $300,000/year
• Agreement with Franklin Striping Inc. for street striping, up to $50,000/year
• Purchase of 2023 Freightliner 4000 gallon water truck from Firetrucks Unlimited, up to $200,000, waiving sealed bid requirements

City Council approved an economic development agreement for Procter & Gamble to build a 2 million square foot manufacturing facility. The council also approved several municipal lease agreements and equipment purchases.

• Approved Economic Development Agreement with Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of 2.05 acres at Coolidge Municipal Airport to HANGAR RIGHT LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of City Room #10 to Pappas Kids Schoolhouse Foundation (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Freightliner 4000 Gallon Water Truck for up to $200,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 Homeland Security Grant for police communications microwave link (Unanimous)
• Approved street work contracts with Holbrook Asphalt (up to $300k/year) and Franklin Striping Inc. (up to $50k/year) (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Henry and reinstated PJ McCullough to Fire Department Retirement Board (5-0)
• Appointed Michael Henry to Police Department Retirement Board (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a special manufacturing project proposed for the southern portion of the city. The council will also consider entering into an economic development agreement related to the project, with legal advice, in a closed executive session. No votes or decisions are scheduled; both items are discussion only.

• Discussion of special manufacturing project in southern Coolidge
• Executive session on potential economic development agreement for project 'For Your Eyes Only'
• No fiscal impact listed for either agenda item

Proctor & Gamble announced the selection of a 427-acre site within the Inland Port for a new manufacturing plant with production planned for 2025. The City Council held an executive session to discuss a potential economic development agreement. No formal votes were taken on the project during this meeting.

• Tabled/Discussion only: Special manufacturing project in southern portion of city
• Discussion only: Potential economic development agreement in executive session

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss potential economic development projects in the southern part of the city, including water and sewer infrastructure needs. This is a discussion-only item, closed to the public, with no decisions expected.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4) for legal advice on economic development
• Discussion of potential projects in the southern portion of the city
• Water and sewer infrastructure needs and options for the projects

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 24, 2022, with a consent agenda covering several contracts and agreements. Key items include a free memorandum of understanding with Flock Safety for police access to license plate reader technology, a $551 drone software purchase, and multiple construction and service contracts. The council will also hear a monthly report from the Chamber of Commerce and open the floor to public comment.

• Flock Safety MOU for police access to license plate reader platform, free of charge
• Leica Geosystems Map360 drone software purchase, $551 for one year
• G2 Fire Station Alert System purchase via U.S. Digital Designs cooperative agreement
• Sewer main repair west of Coolidge Ave & 9th St, not to exceed $65,000 plus taxes
• Attaway Rd reconstruction and Coolidge Ave widening using HURF Exchange funds

The City Council approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts and agreements, and separately approved professional services agreements for on-call engineering services after pulling the item for discussion. All votes were unanimous. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved consent items #4-#11, including Flock Safety MOU, Leica drone software, G2 fire station alert system, water/wastewater equipment, road reconstruction, sewer repair, and September claims (6-0)
• Approved on-call engineering services agreements with staff-reviewed firms, with a report back in August 2023 (6-0)

Board of Adjustments - BOA - Special Meeting

The Coolidge Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider approving a variance request by Kenneth Bolan for Pima Property #54 LLC to increase the perimeter wall height to 8 feet, instead of the 6-foot maximum allowed when adjacent to residential zoning, at the mini-storage site at 500 W Seagoe Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the September 12, 2022 special meeting. The agenda includes only this variance request and the minutes approval.

• Public hearing and vote on variance to increase perimeter wall height to 8 ft at 500 W Seagoe Ave (APN 204-11-041C)
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 special meeting
• Variance would affect southern and western boundaries of the mini-storage site

The Board of Adjustments unanimously approved a variance to allow an 8-foot perimeter wall (instead of the maximum 6 feet) for a mini-storage site at 500 W Seagoe Avenue, owned by Pima Property #54 LLC. The applicant cited security needs and noted a gate with access codes for emergency and utility personnel. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 12, 2022 special meeting.

• Approved variance for 8-ft perimeter wall at 500 W Seagoe Ave mini-storage (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 special meeting (6-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and agreements, including sewer system repairs, a fire safety simulator purchase, and a landfill monitoring well. They will also discuss modifying Cotton Express bus routes and changing the fire department's work schedule from 12-hour to 24-hour shifts.

• Liquor license for Shope's Market at 1940 S Arizona Blvd
• Street closure for VFW Post 3712 car and bike show on Oct 22
• HIDTA grant agreement for Pinal County Drug Task Force
• Accept $182,507.92 from Tohono O'odham Nation for fire safety simulator trailer
• Sewer line repair contract up to $192,000 and manhole repair up to $850,000

The council unanimously approved changing the Coolidge Fire Department to a 24-hour work day model, with an anticipated start date of March 2023. They also approved modifications to the Cotton Express bus routes, effective October 17, 2022, with no fare changes. All consent items, including a liquor license, street closure for a VFW car show, a HIDTA grant agreement, surplus property declaration, a $182,507.92 fire safety simulator grant, sewer system GPS/video agreement, sewer maintenance contracts, a landfill monitoring well contract, and a right-of-way transfer, were approved unanimously.

• Approved 24/7 fire response model for Coolidge Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved Cotton Express route modifications starting Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for SHOPE'S Market at 1940 S Arizona Blvd (unanimous consent)
• Approved VFW Post 3712 street closure for car and bike show on Oct 22 (unanimous consent)
• Approved HIDTA grant agreement for Pinal County Drug Task Force (unanimous consent)
• Approved $182,507.92 Proposition 202 grant for fire safety simulator trailer (unanimous consent)
• Approved sewer system GPS/video agreement with RH Borden (unanimous consent)
• Approved $192,000 sewer line repair and $850,000 manhole repair contracts with Ellison-Mills (unanimous consent)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The City Council will hold an executive session for legal consultation regarding the Coolidge Fire Department. The discussion involves evaluating legal issues related to expanding full-time coverage and potential contractual arrangements.

• Discussion of expanding full-time coverage for the Coolidge Fire Department
• Consultation on potential contractual arrangements for the Fire Department

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approving road closures for the Veterans Day Parade and MLK Jr. March, a liquor license transfer for a bar moving to 221 S. Main Street, and accepting two state grants for police overtime. They will also discuss a water resources study agreement and hear a monthly report from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Road closures for Veterans Day Parade (Nov 5, 2022) and MLK Jr. March (Jan 16, 2023)
• Liquor license transfer for El Grotto at 221 S. Main Street from Shorty's Bar at 145 W Central Avenue
• GOHS STEP grant of $9,800 for speed enforcement overtime
• GOHS DUI enforcement grant of $14,691 for DUI overtime and supplies
• Westland Engineering contract up to $70,071 for CAG 208 Plan Amendment application

The council voted 4-2 to table a proposed water resources study agreement with Arizona Water Company, Casa Grande, the Lincoln Institute, and the University of Arizona. The study would have mapped assured water supply availability within Coolidge's jurisdiction. All consent items were approved unanimously, including grants for police traffic and DUI enforcement, a lease extension with Boeing, and engineering services for a regional planning amendment.

• Tabled 4-2 a water resources study agreement with Arizona Water Company, Casa Grande, the Lincoln Institute, and the University of Arizona.
• Approved unanimously road closures for the Veterans Day Parade (moved to Nov. 12) and Martin Luther King Jr. March (Jan. 16).
• Approved unanimously an amended job description for the Librarian position.
• Approved unanimously a cooperative purchasing agreement with Utility Construction Company for street light LED maintenance.
• Approved unanimously a liquor license transfer for El Grotto at 221 S. Main Street.
• Approved unanimously a $9,800 GOHS STEP grant for speed enforcement overtime.
• Approved unanimously a $14,691 GOHS DUI enforcement grant for overtime and supplies.
• Approved unanimously an IGA for police participation in the Pinal County Narcotics Task Force.

City Council - Study Sessions

The Coolidge City Council will hear a presentation on the Central Arizona Regional Transit (CART) route optimization study, which recommends removing some runs, adding a Walmart stop, and altering Casa Grande service to save over $71,000 annually. The council will also discuss a proposed water resources study agreement with Arizona Water Company, Casa Grande, and other partners.

• CART route changes: remove AM Commuter and Run 5, add Coolidge Walmart stop, eliminate Greyhound connection
• Proposed water study agreement with Arizona Water Company, Casa Grande, Lincoln Institute, and University of Arizona
• CART study recommends saving over $71,000 annually
• CART ridership declined to 6,491 in 2019, below peer average of 13,723

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes on substantive items. They heard a presentation on the CART Route Optimization Study and discussed a proposed water resources study agreement with Arizona Water Company, Casa Grande, and other partners, at a cost not to exceed $5,000. The water study item was noted as being on the regular agenda for future council action. The session adjourned with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned study session (6-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions including hazard mitigation plans and grant applications for fire radios and community theatre. The agenda also includes a proposed agreement to purchase a water truck and an amendment to a street work purchasing agreement.

• Resolution 22-17: $63,885 in Proposition 202 grant funds for Fire Department portable fire radios
• Amendment to Western Emulsion cooperative purchasing agreement for $200,000 for FY 22-23 Street Work Program
• Resolution 22-18: Proposition 202 grant application for Arizona Community Theatre (ACT 1) equipment and supplies
• Purchase of a 2018 Freightliner 4000 Gallon Water Truck from Superior Equipment, Inc. not to exceed $145,000
• Resolution 22-16: Adoption of the Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved several consent items, including Resolution No. 22-16 adopting the Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, Resolution No. 22-17 accepting a $63,885 Proposition 202 grant from the Gila River Indian Community for portable fire radios, an amendment to increase the street work program cooperative purchasing agreement by $200,000, and Resolution No. 22-18 authorizing a Proposition 202 grant application for equipment for Arizona Community Theatre. The council also unanimously approved purchasing a 2018 Freightliner 4000 gallon water truck from Superior Equipment, Inc. for up to $145,000, waiving sealed bid requirements. No public comments or presentations were made.

• Approved minutes of August 2022 regular meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-16 adopting Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-17 accepting $63,885 Proposition 202 grant for portable fire radios (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to cooperative purchasing agreement with Western Emulsion, increasing street work program by $200,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-18 authorizing Proposition 202 grant application for Arizona Community Theatre equipment (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Superior Equipment, Inc. for 2018 Freightliner water truck up to $145,000, waiving sealed bid requirements (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments - BOA - Special Meeting

The Coolidge Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and consider four variance requests, including one to reduce building separation from 20 to 10 feet for the proposed 240-unit Sonoran Village rental community. The board will also consider three other variances for properties on N. 3rd Street, W. Seagoe Avenue, and W. Hess Avenue. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the August 22, 2022 meeting.

• Variance to reduce building separation from 20 to 10 feet for Sonoran Village, a 240-unit rental community on 24.7 acres south of Coolidge Avenue (APN 205-12-009G)
• Variance to allow 10-foot corner side setback for a single-family residence at 361 N. 3rd Street (APN 205-05-1810)
• Variance to reduce minimum lot width from 70 to 65 feet for a duplex at 393 W. Seagoe Avenue (APN 205-15-0830)
• Variance to reduce minimum lot width from 70 to 65 feet for a duplex at 270 W. Hess Avenue (APN 205-03-3820)

The Board of Adjustments unanimously approved four variance requests: one to reduce setbacks to 10 feet for the Sonoran Village multi-family development, and three for Desert Vista Rentals LLC—a corner side setback for a single-family home at 361 N. 3rd Street, and lot width reductions for duplexes at 393 W. Seagoe Avenue and 270 W. Hess Avenue. The board also approved the August 22, 2022, special meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved variance to reduce setbacks to 10 feet for Sonoran Village multi-family development (5-0)
• Approved 10-foot corner side setback for single-family residence at 361 N. 3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved lot width reduction from 70 to 65 feet for duplex at 393 W. Seagoe Avenue (5-0)
• Approved lot width reduction from 70 to 65 feet for duplex at 270 W. Hess Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2022, special meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustments - BOA - Special Meeting

The Coolidge Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider approving a variance request from Luke Myers to reduce the minimum corner side setback from 20 feet to 14 feet in the R-3 residential zone for a carport cover at 403 W. Kennedy Avenue. The approval would require installing a concrete driveway within six months of obtaining a building permit or as directed by city staff. The board will also review and approve the minutes from its September 13, 2021 special meeting.

• Variance request to reduce corner side setback from 20 to 14 feet for a carport at 403 W. Kennedy Avenue (APN 205-03-178)
• Stipulation: applicant must install a concrete driveway within 6 months of building permit or city staff instruction
• Public hearing and discussion/action on the variance request
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2021 special meeting

The Board of Adjustments unanimously approved a variance request by Luke Myers to reduce the minimum corner side setback from 20 feet to 14 feet in an R-3 residential zone, allowing construction of a carport cover at 403 W. Kennedy Avenue. The approval includes a stipulation that the applicant install a concrete driveway within six months after obtaining a building permit or upon city staff instruction. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 13, 2021 special meeting.

• Approved variance to reduce corner side setback from 20 ft to 14 ft for carport at 403 W. Kennedy Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 special meeting (5-0)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss three items: the primary election canvass and recount, legal issues around expanding the Coolidge Fire Department to full-time coverage, and a performance evaluation of City Manager Rick Miller along with a possible amendment to his employment agreement. All items are discussion only, with no votes or public action expected.

• Discussion of primary election canvass and recount procedures
• Legal issues with expanding Coolidge Fire Department to full-time coverage
• Performance evaluation of City Manager Rick Miller
• Possible amendment to City Manager employment agreement

Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed 2022 finance plan for the district. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 11, 2022 meeting. No votes are scheduled on the finance plan, which is for discussion only.

• Presentation and discussion on Martin Valley CFD Proposed Finance Plan 2022 (discussion only)
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2022 special meeting
• July 11 minutes show unanimous approval of Ordinance 22-01, setting a $0.30 per $100 ad valorem tax to collect $11,717 for FY 2022-23

The board approved the minutes from the July 11, 2022 special meeting and adjourned. A presentation on a proposed de-annexation of 342 homes in the Martin Valley CFD was heard but no action was taken.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 6:06 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the zoning code to allow contractor storage yards in the General Business (C-2) zone. They will also consider resolutions to adopt primary election results and certify a recount for the City Council race, along with several consent items including street closures, equipment purchases, and contracts.

• Public hearing and Ordinance 22-09 to add contractor storage yard as conditional use in C-2 zone
• Resolution 22-14 adopting August 2 primary election results
• Resolution 22-15 certifying recount for City Council race and authorizing court petition
• Purchase of 16 Motorola portable radios for $153,183.08 (5 police, 11 fire)
• Contract with Axon Enterprise for drone licenses at $33,639.15 over five years

The council unanimously approved Ordinance 22-09, amending the zoning code to allow contractor storage yards as a conditionally permitted use in the General Business (C-2) zone. They also approved a consent agenda including street closures for Coolidge Days, surplus property declarations, a $90,000 pavement maintenance contract, $153,183.08 for portable radios, a $33,639.15 drone license contract, and other items. Two resolutions were passed to canvass the August 2 primary election results and authorize a recount for a council seat. A carnival services agreement with Sun Valley Rides for Coolidge Days was also approved.

• Approved Ordinance 22-09 amending zoning code to add contractor storage yard as conditional use in C-2 zone (5-0)
• Approved consent items including street closures, surplus property, job description changes, $90,000 pavement contract, $153,183.08 for radios, $33,639.15 drone licenses, AWOS maintenance addendum, and July claims (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-14 canvassing primary election results (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-15 authorizing recount for council seat between Saavedra and Leonard (5-0)
• Approved entertainment agreement with Sun Valley Rides for carnival services at Coolidge Days (5-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a $79,170 ARPA-funded tractor purchase, a $94,000 landfill closure change order, and adopting a new airport fee schedule. The council will also hold a public hearing on federal CDBG fund use and consider a settlement agreement regarding an EEOC charge. Consent items include a water resources study agreement, a bingo license, and a right-of-way transfer.

• ARPA funds up to $87,000 for a 2014 VER 260 tractor from Dykstra Machinery ($79,170 total), waiving sealed bid requirements
• Change Order #2 with M. Anderson Construction for $94,000 for landfill closure soils and rip rap
• Adoption of proposed fee schedule for Coolidge Municipal Airport
• Public hearing on FY2022 CDBG funds from Arizona Department of Housing
• Settlement agreement with Caroline Maul regarding an EEOC charge

The Coolidge City Council approved a $94,000 change order for landfill closure work, authorized a settlement agreement in an EEOC case, and adopted a new airport fee schedule. A water resources study agreement was tabled for further review. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Change Order #2 with M. Anderson Construction for $94,000 for landfill closure (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign settlement agreement with Caroline Maul regarding EEOC charge (unanimous)
• Adopted proposed fee schedule for Coolidge Municipal Airport effective Oct 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of lease for 6.82 acres at airport from ECube Solutions Ltd to ECube Solutions LLC (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including bingo license, well pump rehabilitation, ARPA tractor purchase, and CDBG grant application (unanimous)
• Tabled water resources study agreement with Arizona Water Company and others for further review (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June and July 2022 regular meetings (unanimous)
• Received public comments on FY2022 CDBG application for $458,055 in housing rehabilitation funds

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss and consult with the city attorney about the Coolidge Fire Department. The discussion covers legal issues with expanding full-time coverage and potential contractual arrangements. No action is scheduled; it is discussion only.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) for legal advice on Coolidge Fire Department
• Discussion of expanding full-time fire coverage and potential contracts

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding a regular meeting that consists solely of an executive session. The only agenda item is a discussion with the city attorney about the Coolidge Fire Department, including legal issues around expanding to full-time coverage and potential contractual arrangements. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Executive session discussion on Coolidge Fire Department full-time coverage and contracts

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several items, including a $1.6 million contract for road reconstruction, a rezoning request, and ordinances setting property tax levies for fiscal year 2023. A public hearing will be held on the rezoning of a small parcel at 463 W. Taylor Avenue from commercial to multi-family residential. The agenda also includes consent items such as reappointments and agreements for meals, a Boeing lease extension, and a temporary construction easement for ADOT.

• Contract with Ellison-Mills Construction for Randolph Road reconstruction from LaPalma to 11-Mile Corner Road, not to exceed $1,600,000
• Public hearing on rezoning 0.14 acres at 463 W. Taylor Avenue from C-3 to R-3
• Ordinance No. 22-07 setting primary and secondary property tax levies for FY 2022-2023
• Ordinance No. 22-08 rezoning 0.15 acres at Taylor and Arizona Blvd. from C-3 to R-3
• 12-month lease extension with Boeing Company from September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved the FY 2022-23 property tax levy, a rezoning request, and a consent agenda including a $1.6 million road reconstruction contract. The council also approved the June 2022 meeting minutes and several appointments and agreements. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved FY 2022-23 property tax levy of $1.8149 per $100 assessed valuation (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.15 acres at 463 W. Taylor Ave from C-3 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including $1.6M Randolph Road reconstruction contract (unanimous)
• Approved re-appointments to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved interagency agreement with Meals on Wheels of Central Arizona (unanimous)
• Approved Boeing lease extension for 12 months (unanimous)
• Approved temporary construction easement to ADOT for SR87/Kenworthy turn lanes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting

The Sandia Community Facilities District Board will consider adopting Ordinance No. 22-01, which sets a property tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed value for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The levy is estimated to raise $2,084 for district operations and maintenance. The board will also approve minutes from its June 27, 2022 special meeting.

• Ordinance No. 22-01: property tax levy of $0.30 per $100 assessed value for FY 2022-23
• Estimated levy revenue: $2,084 based on $5,113,368 taxable valuation
• Final budget for FY 2022-23: $18,022
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2022 special meeting

The Sandia Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 22-01, setting an ad valorem tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation to collect $2,084 for the FY 2022-23 budget. The board also approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 special meeting. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-01 levying $0.30 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board will consider adopting Ordinance 22-01, which levies a property tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation for fiscal year 2022-23. The levy is estimated to raise $11,717 for district operations and maintenance. The board will also approve the minutes from its June 27, 2022 special meeting.

• Ordinance 22-01: property tax levy of $0.30 per $100 assessed value for FY 2022-23
• Estimated levy revenue: $11,717 based on $38,737,566 taxable valuation
• Final budget for FY 2022-23: $55,408
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2022 special meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 22-01, setting an ad valorem tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation to collect $11,717 for the FY 2022-23 budget. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 special meeting and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-01 levying $0.30 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session to discuss the selection process for appointing an applicant to fill a City Council vacancy. The session is for legal advice and consultation with the City Attorney, and no public action is expected.

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) to discuss appointment to fill City Council vacancy
• Discussion only; no formal action listed
• Meeting held at 911 S. Arizona Boulevard, Coolidge, AZ

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider adopting updated Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines for FY 2022 State Housing Funds and Community Development Block Grant funds. The council will also vote on amending the salary plan, adding a streets maintenance position, approving a background screening services agreement, approving May 2022 claims, and cancelling the July 25 meeting.

• Resolution 22-12 adopting April 2022 Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines for SHF/CDBG funds
• Amend salary plan for FY 2022/2023
• Add Streets Maintenance/Laborer position at Range 31
• Services agreement with Universal Background Screenings for criminal records checks
• Approve claims for May 2022 and cancel July 25, 2022 council meeting

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved all consent items, including adoption of the Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines for FY 2022 State Housing Funds and CDBG funds, amendments to the FY 2022/2023 salary plan, adding a Streets Maintenance/Laborer position, a services agreement with Universal Background Screenings, claims for May 2022, and cancellation of the July 25, 2022 meeting. No regular items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

• Approved Resolution 22-12 adopting Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved amending the FY 2022/2023 salary plan (unanimous)
• Approved adding a Streets Maintenance/Laborer position at Range 31 (unanimous)
• Approved services agreement with Universal Background Screenings for background checks (unanimous)
• Approved claims for May 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved cancelling the July 25, 2022 City Council meeting (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting

The Sandia Community Facilities District Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution No. 22-02, adopting the final budget of $18,022 for fiscal year 2022-2023. The tax rate remains unchanged at $0.30 per $100 assessed value. The board also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2022 special meeting and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of June 13, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-02 adopting $18,022 final budget for FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 22-02 to adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The budget totals $55,408, with projected property tax revenue of $11,717 from a $0.30 per $100 assessed value levy. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 13, 2022 special meeting.

• Public hearing on proposed $55,408 final budget for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution No. 22-02 to approve final budget and set tax levy
• Property tax levy of $0.30 per $100 assessed value, projected to raise $11,717
• Developer to reimburse expenses exceeding tax revenue
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2022 special meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved the final budget of $55,408 for fiscal year 2022-2023 via Resolution No. 22-02. The board also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2022 special meeting. A public hearing was held on the budget and proposed tax levy, with no public comments; the tax rate remains at $0.30 per $100 assessed value, and the levy will be set at the next meeting on July 11.

• Approved minutes of June 13, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-02, final budget of $55,408 for FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding a special meeting to receive public comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and the associated property tax levy, then vote on Ordinance No. 22-06 to adopt the budget. The budget totals $61,544,759, and the proposed primary property tax levy is $1,195,704 at a rate of $1.5036 per $100 of assessed value. The property tax levy itself will be formally adopted at a separate meeting on July 11, 2022.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 budget and proposed property tax levy of $1,195,704 at $1.5036 per $100 assessed value
• Ordinance No. 22-06 to adopt the FY 2022-2023 budget, declaring an emergency
• Total budgeted expenditures for FY 2022-2023: $61,544,759
• General Fund budget: $22,771,573, including $6,936,797 for public safety
• Capital projects funds budget: $19,735,867, including $14,479,949 for impact fees

The Coolidge City Council held a public hearing and then unanimously approved Ordinance No. 22-06, adopting the final Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget of $61,544,759. The budget includes funding for two full-time firefighter positions. The council also voted unanimously to adjourn the special meeting.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 final budget of $61,544,759 (unanimous)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, setting expenditures at $55,408 and projected revenues at $11,717. The board also approved year-to-date expenditures of $941 for July 2021 through April 2022, and approved minutes from two prior special meetings. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved minutes for July 12, 2021 and March 14, 2022 special meetings (unanimous)
• Approved $941 in expenditures for July 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-01, FY 2022-23 tentative budget of $55,408 with $11,717 projected revenues (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider adopting the tentative FY 2022-2023 budget and expenditure limit, along with several consent items including professional service agreements and leases. They will also hear a Chamber of Commerce funding request, discuss partnering with Pinal County on a road rehabilitation, and accept a councilmember's resignation.

• Ordinance No. 22-05 setting 2022-2023 expenditure limit and adopting tentative budget
• Chamber of Commerce FY 2022-2023 budget proposal requesting $98,000 from the City
• Agreement with Elisa 'Georgie' Garcia for City Magistrate services for two years starting July 1, 2022
• Lease agreements with ECube Solutions and Terry Glass for airport property (6.82 acres) and operations
• Resolution No. 22-11 adopting a policy for purchasing from the Mayor and Council members

The Coolidge City Council approved the FY 2022-2023 tentative budget of $61,544,759, a partnership with Pinal County to rehabilitate Signal Peak Road, and additional funding for the Chamber of Commerce and CEDC. The council also accepted Councilmember Navarro's resignation and approved several consent items, including contracts for legal, magistrate, and public defender services.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 tentative budget of $61,544,759 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 additional Chamber funding plus $5,000 for CEDC (unanimous)
• Approved partnership with Pinal County for Signal Peak Road rehab, city share $482,163.52 (unanimous)
• Accepted Councilmember Navarro's resignation effective May 25, 2022 (4-2)
• Approved consent items including magistrate, legal, and public defender agreements (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreements for ECube Solutions at Coolidge Municipal Airport (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Siggins Horse Company (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA subgrant for library privacy unit (unanimous)

Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting

The Sandia Community Facilities District Board will consider approving expenditures from July 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022, and adopt Resolution 22-01 approving the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The tentative budget sets an upper expenditure limit of $18,022, with a projected property tax revenue of $2,084. The board will also set a public hearing for June 27, 2022, and a tax levy adoption for July 11, 2022.

• Approval of expenditures totaling $178 for professional services from July 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022
• Resolution 22-01 approving tentative FY 2022-23 budget of $18,022
• Property tax rate of $0.30 per $100 assessed valuation, projected to generate $2,084
• Public hearing on budget set for June 27, 2022 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers
• Tax levy adoption set for July 11, 2022 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers

The Sandia Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, setting expenditures at $18,022 with projected revenues of $2,084. They also approved year-to-date expenditures of $178 for July 2021 through April 2022 and the minutes from the July 12, 2021 special meeting. All votes were unanimous with member Ben Navarro absent.

• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures of $178 for July 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-01, tentative budget of $18,022 for FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council approved a payment of up to $4,000,000 toward the unfunded liability of the Public Safety Retirement System, using general fund reserves, which is expected to fully pay off the remaining balance. The council also approved a fireworks contract for the July 1 celebration, renewed employee benefit plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield, and approved the purchase of a new CAT wheel loader. A Chamber of Commerce funding request was tabled for further review.

• Approved up to $4,000,000 payment to Public Safety Retirement System unfunded liability (unanimous)
• Approved fireworks display contract with Lantis Fireworks and Lasers for July 1 event (unanimous)
• Approved FY 22/23 benefit plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield and other carriers (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of CAT 950 GC wheel loader not to exceed $276,000 (unanimous)
• Tabled Chamber of Commerce FY 2022-2023 budget request of $98,000 (unanimous)
• Approved claims for April 2022 (unanimous)

City Council - Budget Meeting

The Coolidge City Council held a budget meeting to review the proposed FY 2022-2023 tentative budget, which includes a 7% salary increase for employees, a 6% increase in medical benefits, and funding for 10 new full-time positions across several departments. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only, and it adjourned with a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned budget meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Coolidge City Council held the second public hearing on the Alternative Expenditure Limitation (Home Rule Option) and then unanimously approved Resolution No. 22-09, which proposes placing the extension on the August 2, 2022 Primary Election ballot. The resolution passed with all six present members voting in favor; Councilmember Kaufman was absent. The meeting adjourned shortly after, with Mayor Thompson voting against adjournment.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-09 to place Home Rule extension on Aug. 2, 2022 ballot (unanimous, 6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-1, Mayor Thompson opposed)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council approved four ordinances: removing solar farms as a conditional use in agricultural zoning, creating an Industrial Solar Facility Overlay Zone, and rezoning two parcels (one for a mini storage facility, one for an apartment complex). The council also approved removing late fees on children's library materials (6-1) and authorized the city manager to sign insurance-deductible settlement agreements for one current claim.

• Approved Ordinance 22-01 removing solar farms from conditional uses in AG zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 22-02 creating Industrial Solar Facility Overlay Zone (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 22-03 rezoning 4.4 acres west of Arizona Blvd from R-4 to C-3 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 22-04 rezoning 0.671 acres at Shannons Way & Kevins Place from R-1 to R-4 (unanimous)
• Approved removing late fees on children's library materials (6-1, Hendrie-Henry opposed)
• Approved as amended authorizing city manager to sign settlement agreements for one current claim (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including SCIP easement, school district IGA, GOHS grant, HURF exchange, and asphalt contracts (unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding an executive session to discuss two potential lease matters at the Coolidge Airport: a possible amendment to the G&H Aerospace lease and a potential new lease with ECube Solutions. These discussions are closed to the public and are for legal advice and negotiation strategy only, with no decisions expected.

• Discussion on amending G&H Aerospace lease agreement for Coolidge Airport property
• Discussion on potential lease agreement with ECube Solutions for Coolidge Airport property
• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03 A(3), A(4), A(7) for legal advice and negotiation instructions

Municipal Property Corporation - MPC - Special Meeting

The Coolidge Municipal Property Corporation (MPC) is holding a special meeting to appoint officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary) and elect three directors for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Appointment of MPC officers for 2022/2023
• Election of directors to the MPC Board for 2022/2023
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2021 special meeting

The Coolidge Municipal Property Corporation held a special meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from May 10, 2021. The board appointed Eric Daniels as President, Tina Kaufman as Vice-President, and Tatianna Murrieta as Secretary for the 2022/2023 fiscal year, and elected the same three individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for that period. All votes were unanimous with Secretary Murrieta absent.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Eric Daniels as President, Tina Kaufman as Vice-President, Tatianna Murrieta as Secretary for 2022/2023 (unanimous)
• Elected Eric Daniels, Tina Kaufman, Tatianna Murrieta to Board of Directors for 2022/2023 (unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss and consult with the city attorney about potential real estate acquisition negotiations. This is a closed session, and no public decisions or votes are scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only roll call and adjournment.

• Executive session for discussion with city attorney on real estate acquisition negotiations
• Closed to the public under A.R.S. §38-431.03 A(3), A(4), and A(7)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including intergovernmental agreements for police services at State Farm Stadium and participation in a regional communications consortium, a $12,000 grant for firefighter turnout gear, and declaring seized property as surplus for auction. They will also discuss a proclamation for Municipal Clerks Week and a monthly Chamber of Commerce report, and consider scheduling a special meeting for a public hearing on the Home Rule option.

• IGA with AZDPS for police security at State Farm Stadium through June 30, 2027
• IGA with Maricopa County for law enforcement training academy participation
• IGA with Pinal County for 800 MHz regional communications consortium
• Accept $12,000 AZ 100 Club grant for three sets of firefighter turnout gear
• Declare seized/forfeited property surplus and use Sierra Auction to liquidate

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved all consent items, including intergovernmental agreements for police services and communications, surplus property liquidation, a fire department grant, and March claims. It also approved holding a special meeting on May 16, 2022, for a public hearing on the Home Rule Option. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and proclamations.

• Approved consent items 5-10 unanimously (6-0, Murrieta absent)
• Approved IGA with Arizona DPS for police security at State Farm Stadium
• Approved IGA with Maricopa County for law enforcement training academy
• Approved declaring seized/forfeited property as surplus and using Sierra Auction
• Approved IGA with Pinal County for 800 MHz communications consortium
• Approved accepting $12,000 AZ 100 Club grant for firefighter turnout gear
• Approved March 2022 claims
• Approved special meeting May 16, 2022 for Home Rule public hearing (6-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $113,648.30 purchase of 37 Taser 7s from Axon International, a $200,000 wastewater effluent line installation contract, and a $100,000 pavement maintenance agreement. A public hearing and resolution will address changing the general plan land designation for 110.81 acres at Randolph and Fast Track roads from Urban Neighborhood to Agriculture. The council will also consider an amended job description for the Public Works Director/City Engineer.

• Purchase 37 Taser 7s from Axon International for $113,648.30, waiving sealed bid requirements
• Amendment #1 to cooperative purchasing agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for wastewater effluent line, up to $200,000
• Ratify Amendment #1 to Vulcan Materials pavement maintenance agreement, up to $100,000
• Public hearing and Resolution 22-08 to change general plan designation for 110.81 acres at Randolph and Fast Track roads
• Amended job description for Public Works Director/City Engineer

The Council approved Resolution No. 22-08, changing the land use designation on approximately 110.81 acres at the southwest corner of Randolph Road and Fast Track Road from Urban Neighborhood to Agriculture, following a public hearing and executive session. The Council also approved a consent agenda including a $113,648.30 purchase of 37 Taser 7s from Axon, a $200,000 wastewater line contract amendment, and other items. The amended job description for the Public Works Director/City Engineer was approved 3-1, with one abstention.

• Approved Resolution 22-08, General Plan amendment to Agriculture on 110.81 acres (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including Taser purchase ($113,648.30), wastewater line amendment ($200,000), and pavement materials contract ($100,000) (unanimous)
• Approved amended Public Works Director/City Engineer job description (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes for March 14 and March 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is meeting to consider several consent and regular agenda items, including accepting a $240,001 state homeland security grant for police overtime, ratifying grant applications for fire equipment, and purchasing a new dump truck and a used water truck. The council will also discuss a potential fee schedule for the municipal airport and hear a monthly report from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Accept $240,001 OPSG grant from Arizona Dept. of Homeland Security for police overtime and mileage
• Ratify application for $216,652 OPSG grant for Operation StoneGarden details
• Approve $24,000 AZ 100 Club grant for six sets of firefighter turnout gear
• Approve $16,966.30 grant for six in-vehicle fire communications equipment
• Purchase new dump truck for $168,563.16 and used 4,000-gallon water truck for $103,061.40 using Pinal County Road Tax funds

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding an executive session to discuss, in private, a possible amendment to the G&H Aerospace lease and a potential new lease with ECube Solutions for property at the Coolidge Airport. These are discussion-only items, with no public votes or decisions scheduled. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with only roll call and adjournment on the open agenda.

• Discussion of possible amendment to G&H Aerospace lease at Coolidge Airport
• Discussion of potential lease with ECube Solutions for real property at Coolidge Airport
• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03 A(3), A(4), A(7) for legal advice and negotiation strategy

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $1.11 million amendment for on-call pavement maintenance, a $31,433 homeland security grant for police radios, an effluent easement agreement for 220 acres, and a $10,746 pool cover purchase. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National Library Week and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Amendment #2 to cooperative purchasing agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for on-call pavement maintenance, not to exceed $1,110,000
• Subgrantee agreement with Arizona Department of Homeland Security for $31,433 to fund four Motorola dual band mobile radios for police
• Effluent easement agreement with RUC Holdings for 220 acres to discharge 150,000 gallons of Class C effluent per day
• Award of bid to Lincoln Aquatics for $10,746.11 to purchase a pool cover for the Aquatic Center
• Resolution 22-05 for airport pavement preservation grant and Resolution 22-06 adopting revised Community Facilities District policies

The Coolidge City Council approved Resolution 22-06, adopting revised policy guidelines and application procedures for establishing Community Facilities Districts, based on recent legislative changes. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included items such as a $1,110,000 pavement maintenance agreement, a $31,433 homeland security grant for police radios, and a pool cover purchase. A proclamation declaring April 3-9, 2022 as National Library Week was presented.

• Approved Resolution 22-06 adopting revised Community Facilities District policy guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items #7-#13 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,110,000 amendment to cooperative purchasing agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for pavement maintenance
• Approved $31,433 homeland security grant for four Motorola dual band mobile radios
• Approved $10,746.11 bid to Lincoln Aquatics for pool cover and lifted capital funds freeze
• Approved effluent easement agreement with RUC Holdings for 220 acres of agricultural land
• Approved minutes for February 2022 regular and special meetings (unanimous)
• Presented proclamation for National Library Week 2022

Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting

The Community Facilities District Board for Martin Valley is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session to discuss legal matters with the City Attorney regarding MV Coolidge LLC. The session is closed to the public, and no action is scheduled. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call and adjournment).

• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4) to discuss legal matters with the City Attorney regarding MV Coolidge LLC
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 911 S. Arizona Boulevard, Coolidge, AZ

The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss legal matters regarding MV Coolidge LLC. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after the executive session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session Meeting

The Coolidge City Council is holding an executive session to discuss two items: a potential lease agreement with a tenant for real property at the Coolidge Airport, and a possible amendment to the existing lease with G&H Aerospace. These discussions are for legal advice and to consider the city's position, and are not open to the public. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion of potential lease agreement for real property at Coolidge Airport
• Discussion of possible amendment to G&H Aerospace lease agreement
• Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03 A(3), A(4), A(7)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including an intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for election services, a contract with SWCA Environmental Consultants for airport work, and an effluent easement agreement. They will also vote on removing late fees for children's library materials.

• Intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for 2022 election services, budgeted at $20,000
• Contract with SWCA Environmental Consultants not to exceed $10,495 for transmission pole easement work
• Intergovernmental agreement with Town of Gilbert for law enforcement training
• Memorandum of understanding with Gilbert Police Academy starting March 21, 2022
• Effluent easement agreement with Mark and Janet Poe, Inc. for 70 acres and 1 million gallons per day

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved all consent items, including agreements for election services, environmental consulting, law enforcement training, an effluent easement, and January claims. A proposal to remove late fees on children's library materials was tabled by a 5-1 vote for further discussion. The public comment period highlighted community efforts that led to ADOT planning improvements at the SR 87 and Skousen Road intersection.

• Approved consent items #3-#8 unanimously, including IGA with Pinal County for election services
• Approved SWCA Environmental Consultants proposal up to $10,495 for transmission pole easement work
• Approved IGA with Town of Gilbert for cooperative law enforcement training
• Approved MOU with Gilbert Police Academy starting March 21, 2022
• Approved effluent easement agreement with Mark and Janet Poe, Inc. for 70 acres
• Approved claims for January 2022
• Tabled removal of late fees on children's library materials (5-1)

City Council - Study Sessions

The Coolidge City Council will hold a study session to discuss and receive an update on Community Facilities Districts (CFDs), which are special districts used to finance public infrastructure through bonds. The presentation by Piper Sandler will cover CFD basics, formation, financing options (general obligation, special assessment, and revenue bonds), and considerations for the city. This is a discussion-only item with no formal action scheduled.

• Discussion and update on Community Facilities District (CFD) – discussion only
• Presentation by Piper Sandler on Arizona CFDs, including financing options and municipal considerations
• CFDs are authorized under A.R.S. §48-700 et seq. and can issue bonds for public infrastructure
• Existing Coolidge CFDs include Martin Valley and Sandia
• Potential impact on city debt rating and staff resources discussed

The Coolidge City Council held a study session on February 28, 2022, receiving a 50-minute presentation from Sherman & Howard LLC and Piper Sandler on Community Facilities Districts (CFDs). The presentation explained how CFDs can levy taxes and issue bonds independently of the city to fund public infrastructure. No formal decisions were made; the item was discussion only, and the council thanked the presenters. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Adjourned study session unanimously (6-0, with one absent)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider a consent agenda with several contracts and agreements, including holiday decorations, transit policies, and street maintenance materials. They will also vote on regular items such as vehicle purchases and a resolution setting election dates. The meeting includes a presentation from the Chamber of Commerce and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Award bid to Display Sales for holiday decorations at $38,460
• Enter cooperative agreements for pavement materials with Vulcan Materials ($50,000), Western Emulsions ($200,000), and Holbrook Asphalt ($300,000/year)
• Purchase a 4,000-gallon water truck from Kenworth for $173,980.22
• Purchase a 2022 Chevy Express van for Recreation ($35,751.06) and a 2022 Chevy Silverado for Police ($69,500)
• Resolution 22-04 designating election dates and filing deadlines

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda (items 6-22), which included purchasing holiday decorations for $38,460, adopting updated transit policies and resolutions, and entering into multiple street maintenance and equipment agreements. The council also approved two separate 6-0 votes (with Vice-Mayor Hudson recused) to purchase a 2022 Chevy Express van for Recreation and a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado for Police, waiving bid requirements for the latter. Additionally, Resolution 22-04 was unanimously approved, setting election dates and filing deadlines for the 2022 Primary and General Elections.

• Approved minutes for January 10 and January 24, 2022, unanimously.
• Approved consent agenda items 6-22 unanimously, including holiday decorations purchase, transit policies, and street work agreements.
• Approved bid to Garrett Motors for a 2022 Chevy Express van ($35,751.06) for Recreation, 6-0 (Hudson recused).
• Approved purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ($69,500) for Police using insurance funds, waiving sealed bids, 6-0 (Hudson recused).
• Approved Resolution 22-04 designating 2022 election dates, voter registration deadline, and nomination filing dates, unanimously.
• Adjourned at 7:36 p.m. unanimously.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will consider several routine items, including approving a $6,311 bid for roofing repairs at the wastewater treatment facility, ratifying a cooperative purchasing agreement with Pima County, and approving a special event liquor license for St. James Catholic Church. The agenda also includes appointments to the Transit Advisory Committee and approval of December 2021 claims. Most items are consent agenda items, meaning they may be approved in one motion unless a council member requests separate consideration.

• Approve $6,311 bid from Red Bull Roofing for mechanical building roof repairs at wastewater treatment facility
• Ratify cooperative purchasing agreement with Pima County for eligible contracts
• Approve special event liquor license for St. James Catholic Church festival (Feb 18-19, 2022)
• Re-appoint 5 members and appoint 2 new members to Transit Advisory Committee
• Approve interconnect agreement with APS for solar system at wastewater treatment facility

The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a special event liquor license for St. James Catholic Church's festival, reappointments and new appointments to the Transit Advisory Committee, a roofing bid, a cooperative purchasing agreement with Pima County, a biosolids management task order, an APS interconnect agreement, and December claims. No regular items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m.

• Approved minutes for December 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent items #4-#10 (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for St. James Catholic Church festival (unanimous)
• Approved Transit Advisory Committee appointments (unanimous)
• Ratified Red Bull Roofing bid of $6,311 for wastewater facility repairs (unanimous)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Pima County (unanimous)
• Approved EUSI task order and cooperative purchasing agreement (unanimous)
• Approved APS interconnect agreement for solar system (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Coolidge City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2022, with several consent and regular agenda items. Key actions include approving a $75,000 change order for the landfill closure project, purchasing a new trash pump for $55,864.79, and entering agreements for utility locating and a crack seal machine. The council will also consider a final plat for a resubdivision and hear a proclamation for Arbor Day.

• Change Order #1 for $75,000 to M. Anderson Construction for landfill closure water conveyance system
• Purchase of trailer-mounted trash pump and 400 ft discharge hose from Xylem Dewatering Solutions for $55,864.79
• Cooperative purchasing agreement with Crafco for crack seal machine up to $65,000 plus taxes
• Final plat for Landmark Ranch Parcel 4 resubdivision (north of Martin Road, between 9th St and Kenworthy Rd)
• Professional services agreement with USIC, LLC for utility locate services in wastewater service area

The Coolidge City Council approved a $55,864.79 bid from Xylem Dewatering Solutions for a trailer-mounted trash pump and hose, despite it not being the lowest bid, because the lowest bidder couldn't meet the 90-day delivery requirement. The council also approved a $75,000 change order for the landfill closure project, a professional services agreement with USIC for utility locates, a final plat for Landmark Ranch Parcel 4, and several consent items. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Kaufman absent.

• Approved $55,864.79 trash pump purchase from Xylem Dewatering Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 change order for landfill closure contract with M. Anderson Construction (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with USIC, LLC for utility locate services (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Landmark Ranch Parcel 4 resubdivision (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including VFW street closure, IGA for police narcotics task force, and $65,000 crack seal machine purchase (unanimous)
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)