Coolidge public meetings in 2024
58 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will discuss a public hearing on a zoning amendment that adds battery storage as a conditionally permitted use. It will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $40,000 reimbursement with Union Pacific for the Arica Road railroad crossing and a purchase of a Massey Ferguson tractor up to $96,608 for the municipal airport. The council will also consider a grant request of up to $2,003,992.37 for a new aerial platform fire truck, which requires a 5% match of about $100,199.62. Additional items include approval of bleachers for Parks & Rec and a grant for defibrillators.
- Public hearing to amend zoning code adding battery storage to Industrial Solar Facility Overlay Zone and General Industrial District
- Approval of $40,000 reimbursement agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Arica Road crossing engineering
- Approval of purchase up to $96,608 for a 2023 MF4710 Massey Ferguson tractor and mower deck for Coolidge Airport
- Consideration of a grant application for up to $2,003,992.37 to buy an aerial platform fire truck (5% match ≈ $100,199.62)
- Award of $37,315.12 contract to On Deck Sports for portable indoor and event bleachers for Parks & Recreation
The Coolidge City Council held a public hearing on a proposed zoning text amendment to add battery storage as a conditionally permitted use in industrial and solar overlay zones. After hearing public concerns about safety and financial liability, the council voted unanimously to table the ordinance for further discussion on safeguards. The council also approved consent items, a grant application for a fire truck, and appointed Councilmember Murrieta as Vice-Mayor.
- Tabled Ordinance 24-14 adding battery storage as conditional use (unanimous)
- Approved consent items including MLK march street closures, Union Pacific railroad crossing agreement, tractor purchase, bleachers bid, AED grant, defibrillator grant, housing funds application, airport lease amendments, and November claims (unanimous)
- Approved grant application for aerial platform truck up to $2,003,992.37 (unanimous)
- Appointed Tatiana Murrieta as Vice-Mayor for two-year term (unanimous)
- Approved minutes for Nov 12 and Nov 25 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments - BOA - Special Meeting
The Coolidge Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a variance request submitted by Hansen Engineering for Gerken Properties IV, LLC. The request seeks to reduce the street side yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet on a lot at 594 W Raymond Street (APN 204-06-059D) within the R‑1 Single Family Residential District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior special meeting. The board may enter executive session for legal advice as permitted by state law.
- Public hearing to receive comments on variance request for 594 W Raymond Street
- Consider approval of variance to reduce street side yard setback from 20 ft to 15 ft
- Approval of minutes from the March 11, 2024 BOA special meeting
- Potential executive session for legal consultation per ARS 38‑431
The Coolidge Board of Adjustments unanimously approved a variance request by Hansen Engineering on behalf of Gerken Properties IV, LLC to reduce the street side yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet at 594 W Raymond Avenue. The public hearing was held and closed with no public comments. The board also approved the minutes from the March 11, 2024 special meeting.
- Approved variance to reduce street side yard setback from 20 to 15 feet at 594 W Raymond Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of March 11, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold a special meeting to administer oaths to the newly elected mayor, Jon Thompson, and councilmembers Steve Hudson, Ian Gillespie, and Thomas Shope. The council will also recognize outgoing members Eric Daniels and Jacque Hendrie‑Henry for their service. Both items are listed as discussion only, with no formal decisions or fiscal impact.
- Swearing‑In of Mayor Jon Thompson and Councilmembers Steve Hudson, Ian Gillespie, Thomas Shope (discussion only)
- Recognition of departing Councilmembers Eric Daniels and Jacque Hendrie‑Henry (discussion only)
The Coolidge City Council held a special meeting to swear in newly elected and re-elected officials: Mayor Jon Thompson and Councilmembers Steve Hudson, Ian Gillespie, and Thomas Shope. The council also recognized outgoing Councilmembers Eric Daniels and Jacque Hendrie-Henry for their service. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.
- Swore in Mayor Jon Thompson and Councilmembers Steve Hudson, Ian Gillespie, and Thomas Shope (presented)
- Recognized outgoing Councilmembers Eric Daniels and Jacque Hendrie-Henry for their service (presented)
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including re‑appointing members to the Transit Advisory Committee and the Industrial Development Authority Board, and approving equipment purchases funded by tribal grants. The agenda also contains a salary adjustment for the City Magistrate, a right‑of‑way dedication for Randolph Solar Park, and a resolution adopting the November 5, 2024 election results.
- Re‑appoint Nina Arredondo, Gussie Taylor and Gerald Smith to the Transit Advisory Committee (two‑year term ending Jan 1 2027)
- Approve purchase of a spray‑injection patcher for Public Works using Tohono O'Odham Indian Community Grant Funds – $89,450
- Approve cooperative purchasing agreement for eight Motorola APX8500 radios – $83,543.68 using State contract and Gila River Indian Community Proposition 202 grant
- Authorize salary increase for City Magistrate from $120,000 to $126,860
- Accept right‑of‑way dedication for Randolph Solar Park LLC per Conditional Use Permit
The Coolidge City Council approved a salary adjustment for the City Magistrate from $120,000 to $133,203, which is the midpoint of the 24/25 salary plan. The council also approved consent items, including equipment purchases and appointments, and accepted a right-of-way dedication for Randolph Solar Park as amended. The results of the November 5, 2024 General Election were canvassed, adopting the Coolidge 2035 General Plan.
- Approved salary adjustment for City Magistrate to $133,203 (unanimous)
- Approved consent items #5-11, including re-appointments and equipment purchases (unanimous)
- Approved right-of-way dedication for Randolph Solar Park as amended (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 24-29 canvassing election results and adopting Coolidge 2035 General Plan (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session to discuss the evaluation of City Manager Gilbert Lopez, as required by ARS 38-431.03 A(1). The agenda item is for discussion only, with no recommendation or fiscal impact noted. The session will be closed to the public and will resume open business afterward.
- Executive session discussion of City Manager Gilbert Lopez's performance evaluation (no decision, ARS 38-431.03 A(1))
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the zoning code that would change agricultural uses and data centers from principally permitted to conditionally permitted. Consent items include approval of a permanent patio expansion for Coolidge‑Florence Elk's Lodge #2350, unfreezing $200,000 to purchase replacement computers, and purchasing two electronic message boards for $42,363 for the Public Works Department. The council will also unfreeze $49,146.67 from the Capital Sales Tax Fund to purchase a 2024 Silverado 1500 crew truck for the municipal airport. All items are on the November 12, 2024 agenda.
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment to change agricultural uses and data centers to conditionally permitted
- Approval of permanent patio expansion (1,925 ft) for Coolidge‑Florence Elk's Lodge #2350
- Unfreeze $200,000 in Capital Sales Tax Fund to purchase replacement computers from SHI International
- Purchase of two electronic message boards for $42,363 using Gila River Indian Community grant funds
- Unfreeze $49,146.67 to purchase a 2024 Silverado 1500 crew truck for the municipal airport
The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 24-13, amending Section 501 of the Zoning Code to change data centers from a principally permitted use to a conditionally permitted use in agricultural zones. The council also approved consent items, including a patio expansion for the Elks Lodge, unfreezing $200,000 for computer purchases, buying two electronic message boards, and adopting the airport DBE program. A separate item to unfreeze $49,146.67 for a new airport truck was approved 5-0 with one abstention.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-13 amending zoning for data centers in agricultural zones (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: Elks Lodge patio expansion, $200,000 computer purchase, $42,363 message boards, airport DBE program (unanimous)
- Approved $49,146.67 for 2024 Silverado truck for airport, waiving sealed bids (5-0, Hudson abstained)
- Approved minutes for October 14 and 28 regular meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session to discuss an update to the City Court as outlined in paragraph 6 of the City Magistrate Employment Agreement. The session will also include an evaluation of City Magistrate Hopson. No decisions or fiscal impacts are noted; the discussion will be confidential.
- Discussion of City Court update per paragraph 6 of City Magistrate Employment Agreement
- Evaluation of City Magistrate Hopson
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will discuss and vote on several consent agenda items, including a data‑sharing memorandum, funding to unfreeze $91,804.68 for police fitness equipment, a $89,450 Proposition 202 grant for a spray‑injection patcher, a vacuum excavator purchase up to $110,565.11, and a fire department vehicle acquisition. They will also consider September 2024 claims, a right‑of‑way dedication for Gateway Manor Drive connecting to Ruins Drive, and other routine business. All items are slated for discussion and action at the October 28, 2024 regular meeting.
- Memorandum of Understanding for data sharing between Pinal County Sheriff's Office, Coolidge Police Department, and Peregrine Technologies
- Unfreeze $91,804.68 capital sales tax fund to purchase police fitness equipment via Sourcewell contract #081120‑LFF
- Accept $89,450 Proposition 202 grant to purchase a spray‑injection patcher for the Public Works Streets Department
- Cooperative purchase agreement with Empire Machinery for one 2024 550 VX HI CFM vacuum excavator, not to exceed $110,565.11, with sealed‑bid waiver
- Purchase of a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4X4 command vehicle for Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department for $42,500, using capital sales tax funds, with sealed‑bid waiver
The Coolidge City Council approved all consent items and regular agenda items unanimously. This included a data-sharing MOU with Pinal County Sheriff's Office and Peregrine Technologies, a $89,450 grant for a spray injection patcher, a $110,565 vacuum excavator purchase, unfreezing $91,804.68 for police fitness equipment, buying a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe for $42,500, and accepting a right-of-way dedication for Gateway Manor Drive. Two items were pulled from consent for discussion but approved after explanations.
- Approved MOU with Pinal County Sheriff's Office and Peregrine Technologies for data sharing (unanimous)
- Accepted $89,450 Proposition 202 grant from Tohono O'Odham Indian Community for spray injection patcher (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative purchase of 2024 vacuum excavator for up to $110,565.11, waiving sealed bid (unanimous)
- Approved unfreezing $91,804.68 for police fitness equipment purchase (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe command vehicle for $42,500 plus transport (unanimous)
- Accepted right-of-way dedication for Gateway Manor Drive connecting to Ruins Drive (unanimous)
- Approved claims for September 2024 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider and vote on several contracts and grants, including a $1,609,092.70 cooperative purchasing agreement to overlay Woodruff Road, a $58,535 water‑truck purchase, and three Governor's Office of Highway Safety grants totaling $39,751. The council will also review a rezoning ordinance for a 20.7‑acre parcel near Hanna Road and State Hwy 87, and a lease renewal for land adjacent to Coolidge Airport. All items are listed for discussion and action at the October 14, 2024 regular meeting.
- Approve GOHS 2025 Accident Investigation Equipment Grant of $15,151 to Coolidge Police Department
- Approve GOHS 2025 DUI Enforcement Grant of $14,800 to Coolidge Police Department
- Approve GOHS 2024 STEP Grant of $9,800 to Coolidge Police Department
- Approve purchase of a 2019 Freightliner M2 2K‑gallon water truck up to $58,535
- Approve cooperative purchasing agreement for Woodruff Rd overlay up to $1,609,092.70
The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 24-12, rezoning approximately 20.7 acres from General Industrial (I-2) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for the 'Coolidge Apartments' workforce housing project. The council also approved consent items including grants for police equipment and DUI enforcement, a water truck purchase, a road overlay contract, and a lease renewal for airport land. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Hudson absent.
- Approved rezoning 20.7 acres to PAD for Coolidge Apartments workforce housing (unanimous)
- Approved consent items including GOHS grants totaling $39,751 for police equipment and enforcement (unanimous)
- Approved $58,535 purchase of 2019 Freightliner water truck from United Rentals (unanimous)
- Approved $1,609,092.70 road overlay contract for Woodruff Rd with Ellison-Mills Construction (unanimous)
- Approved $95,849 purchase of Volvo PT125C roller from Arnold Machinery (unanimous)
- Approved 10-year lease renewal with Arizona State Land Department for airport land (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from September 2024 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several contract waivers and funding actions, including a $160,000 release of Capital Improvement Plan funds to repair the foundation of the Coolidge Adult Center. Other items for discussion include tree removal on Macrae Rd and Coolidge Ave, a cooperative purchasing agreement for pavement maintenance up to $100,000, and a purchase of a 2023 Chevy truck for up to $30,150. The council will also vote on a resolution to apply for a Proposition 202 grant for safety upgrades at American Legion Post 54 and on the creation of a dedicated fire mechanic position.
- Waive sealed bid for removal of Tamarack Trees on Macrae Rd & Coolidge Ave, up to $91,076.44, contract with Breinholt Contracting Co.
- Cooperative purchasing agreement with Cal Portland, Inc. for pavement maintenance materials, up to $100,000 for FY 24-25 street work.
- Unfreeze $160,000 CIP funds to repair foundation at Coolidge Adult Center, waive sealed bid, authorize Mayor to sign.
- Resolution to apply for Proposition 202 grant to fund safety upgrades at American Legion Post 54.
- Waive sealed bid to purchase one 2023 Chevy Regular Cab 1500 from Garrett Motors, up to $30,150 using capital sales tax funds.
The Coolidge City Council approved several items, including waiving the sealed bid process for removing Tamarack trees on Macrae Rd & Coolidge Ave for up to $91,076.44, unfreezing $160,000 in CIP funds for foundation repairs at the Coolidge Adult Center, and creating a dedicated Fire Mechanic position. All votes were unanimous except for the truck purchase, which passed 6-0 with one abstention. The council also approved consent items including a cooperative purchasing agreement for pavement materials, a grant application for American Legion Post #54, and August claims.
- Approved waiver of sealed bid for Tamarack tree removal on Macrae Rd & Coolidge Ave, contract with Breinholt Contracting up to $91,076.44 (unanimous)
- Approved unfreezing $160,000 CIP funds for Coolidge Adult Center foundation repair, waiving sealed bid (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2023 Chevy Regular Cab 1500 from Garrett Motors for $30,150 using Capital Sales Tax funds (6-0, Hudson abstained)
- Approved creation of dedicated Fire Mechanic position (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 24-28 abandoning 80-foot right-of-way on Park Avenue in Randolph subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Cal Portland, Inc. for pavement maintenance materials up to $100,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 24-27 for Proposition 202 grant application for American Legion Post #54 safety upgrades (unanimous)
- Approved claims for August 2024 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss and take action on several consent items, including service agreements for dispatch equipment and court payments. The body will also consider approving street closures for Coolidge Days, the CHS Homecoming Parade, and the Electric Light Parade.
- 2024 street closures for Coolidge Days (Oct 8-13), CHS Homecoming Parade (Oct 3), and Electric Light Parade (Dec 13)
- Service agreement and addendum with Motorola Solutions for dispatch equipment
- Letter agreement with Catalis Payments, LLC for Municipal Court electronic payment processing
- Approval of claims for the month of July 2024
The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved the August 2024 meeting minutes and the consent agenda items, including street closures for Coolidge Days, a Motorola service agreement, and July claims. Councilmember Bagnall pulled the Catalis Payments agreement from consent for discussion, but after clarification from the City Magistrate, it was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved August 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 street closures for Coolidge Days, CHS Homecoming Parade, and Electric Light Parade (unanimous)
- Approved Motorola Solutions service agreement for dispatch equipment (unanimous)
- Approved claims for July 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Catalis Payments electronic payment processing agreement after discussion (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider a series of consent items, including street closures for a VFW car and bike show, maintenance agreements for airport equipment, and several cooperative purchasing contracts. The agenda also contains resolutions on right‑of‑way abandonment, transit funding, a solid‑waste fee amendment, and the purchase of up to five vehicles. All items will be discussed and voted on at the regular meeting on August 26, 2024.
- Approve VFW Post #3712 street closures for the annual Car and Bike Show on Oct. 19, 2024
- Enter a Support and Maintenance Services Agreement with DBT Transportation Services for the airport weather observation system
- Enter a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with T.Y. Lin International for on‑call engineering services for Arica and Vail Roads, not to exceed $306,133
- Enter a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Ellison‑Mills Construction for on‑call maintenance of Central Avenue, not to exceed $125,455.11
- Unfreeze Capital Sales Tax Fund to purchase up to five budgeted vehicles from Garrett Motors, not to exceed $230,000
The Coolidge City Council approved several consent items, including a $230,000 vehicle purchase and a resolution reducing the residential 96-gallon solid waste container replacement fee from $50 to $0. Two items were tabled: a right-of-way abandonment resolution and the July 2024 claims, both due to discrepancies. One item was approved with an abstention after a councilmember declared a conflict.
- Approved consent items #5-14, including VFW street closure, AWOS maintenance agreement, surplus declaration, engineering services for Arica and Vail roads ($306,133), Central Avenue reconstruction ($125,455.11), road use agreement with Flatland Storage, and ADOT Section 5339 funding application (unanimous)
- Approved IGA with Pinal County for Safety Roadeo (6-0, Daniels abstained)
- Tabled Resolution 24-24 abandoning Park Avenue right-of-way (unanimous)
- Tabled July 2024 claims (unanimous, to be revisited 9/9/2024)
- Approved unfreezing Capital Sales Tax Fund to purchase five vehicles from Garrett Motors, not to exceed $230,000 (6-0, Hudson abstained)
- Approved Resolution 24-26 reducing residential 96-gallon container replacement fee from $50 to $0 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider a series of approvals, including a cooperative purchasing agreement for pavement maintenance and repair services up to $810,000. Other items include a license plate reader purchase for $16,130, a water‑truck acquisition for up to $59,535, and several grant‑funded projects for a dog park, message boards, radios, and housing rehabilitation. The council will also discuss a permanent patio extension for the Coolidge‑Florence Elk's Lodge and lease extensions for airport facilities.
- Approve a cooperative purchasing agreement with Cactus Asphalt for pavement maintenance & repair services up to $810,000
- Approve purchase of one license plate reader and service agreement with Vigilant Solutions for $16,130
- Approve purchase of a 2K water truck for up to $59,535, waiving sealed‑bid requirements
- Approve $200,000 fog‑seal road contract with Western Emulsions using capital improvement funds
- Approve $100,000 Proposition 202 grant for the Housing Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair Program
The Coolidge City Council approved a two-year employment agreement for Gilbert Lopez to serve as City Manager, effective August 23, 2024 through August 23, 2026. The council also approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts, grants, and resolutions, and canvassed the July 30 primary election results. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a vehicle purchase.
- Approved 2-year City Manager contract for Gilbert Lopez (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items 7-22 (unanimous)
- Approved lease extension for South Hangar at airport (unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 fog seal agreement with Western Emulsions (unanimous)
- Approved sublease consent for Old Rec building (unanimous)
- Approved $35,000 purchase of 2023 GMC Acadia (5-0, Hudson abstained)
- Adopted Resolution 24-23 canvassing primary election results (unanimous)
- Approved minutes for July 8 and July 22 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council is holding an executive session to discuss and interview applicants for the City Manager position. This meeting is for the purpose of obtaining legal advice and reviewing personnel qualifications.
- Interviews and qualification reviews for the recruitment or appointment of a City Manager
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session to obtain legal advice and discuss personnel matters. Council members will interview applicants and review qualifications for the recruitment or appointment of a City Manager. No formal decision is indicated; the agenda notes discussion only.
- Interview and qualification review of City Manager candidates (executive session)
- Legal advice on City Manager recruitment and appointment
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent items, including unfreezing funds to buy fitness equipment for the police department ($116,371.74) and a cooperative purchase of a dump truck for Public Works ($205,171.30). The council will also act on the June 2024 claims, an amended property‑tax levy ordinance, and a one‑year lease of the building at 670 W. Pima Avenue for Cool‑Image Dance and Gymnastics.
- Unfreeze Capital Sales Tax Fund to purchase police fitness equipment – $116,371.74 (Source: Item 3)
- Cooperative purchasing agreement for a new dump truck for Public Works – $205,171.30 (Source: Item 4)
- Approval of June 2024 claims (Source: Item 5)
- Amended Ordinance No. 24-11 adjusting primary and secondary property‑tax levy rates (Source: Item 6)
- One‑year lease of 670 W. Pima Avenue building to Cool‑Image Dance and Gymnastics, LLC (Source: Item 7)
The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved an amended ordinance adjusting the secondary property tax rate for FY 2024-25, a one-year lease extension with Cool-Image Dance and Gymnastics (as amended to include private parties), and consent items including fitness equipment, a dump truck, and June claims. The meeting also included public comments on police salary disparities and storm response updates.
- Approved amended Ordinance No. 24-11 adjusting secondary property tax rate to $0.1543 (unanimous)
- Approved one-year lease with Cool-Image Dance and Gymnastics at 670 W. Pima Ave, as amended (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: $116,371.74 fitness equipment for police, $205,171.30 dump truck, June claims (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council is holding an executive session to discuss and interview applicants for the City Manager position. This meeting is for discussion only and is closed to the public for legal advice and personnel matters.
- Interviews and review of qualifications for the recruitment of a City Manager
Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting
The board will consider Ordinance No. 24-01 to set a property tax rate for the Sandia District. This ordinance proposes a rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed value for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The levy is estimated to collect $2,026 in revenue.
- Ordinance No. 24-01 regarding a property tax levy within the Sandia District
- Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2024, special meeting
The Board approved Ordinance No. 24-01 to set an ad valorem tax rate for the Sandia Community Facilities District. This levy is intended to raise funds for operating expenses for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-01 setting taxation at $.30 per $100 of assessed valuation to collect $2,026 for the FY 24/25 Budget (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the June 24, 2024 special meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting
The board will consider Ordinance No. 24-01 to establish a property tax rate within the Martin Valley Community Facilities District. The proposed ordinance sets a tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This levy is estimated to generate $13,607.82 to fund operating expenses.
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation
- Estimated revenue from the tax levy of $13,607.82
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 24-01 for fiscal year 2025
The Board approved Ordinance No. 24-01 to set the ad valorem taxation rate for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This levy is intended to fund operating expenses in the annual budget.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-01 setting taxation at $.30 per $100 of assessed valuation to collect $13,607.82 (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the June 24, 2024 special meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on property tax levies for the 2025 fiscal year and several infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes the swearing-in of a new City Magistrate and a report from the Chamber of Commerce.
- Ordinance No. 24-11 regarding primary and secondary property tax levies
- Purchase of ten Flock Safety automatic license plate readers up to $33,500
- Allocation of $318,130 in city funds for two outdoor fitness courts
- Task order for Airport Taxiway C and Apron Project up to $253,851.30
- Lease of 242 acres of city farmland to A&B Farms
The City Council adopted the primary and secondary property tax levies for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Council also approved several infrastructure contracts, a city salary plan amendment, and an agricultural land lease.
- Approved FY 24/25 Primary Property Tax rate of 1.5368 and Secondary Property Tax rate of 0.1897 (Unanimous)
- Approved lease of 242 acres of city-owned agricultural land to A&B Farms (Unanimous)
- Approved amendment to City Salary Plan effective July 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
- Approved $253,851.30 contract with Kimley-Horn for Airport Taxiway C and Apron Project (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 10 Automatic License Plate Readers from Flock Safety not to exceed $33,500 (Unanimous)
- Approved Right-of-Way Dedication for Storey Energy Center LLC subject to legal description corrections (Unanimous)
- Approved IGA with ADOT for Selma Hwy Bridge Reconstruction & Expansion funds (Unanimous)
- Tabled purchase of two outdoor fitness courts and acceptance of $100,000 in funds (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session on July 3, 2024. The council intends to review qualifications for the recruitment or appointment of a City Manager and obtain legal advice. This meeting is not open to the public.
- Reviewing qualifications for the recruitment or appointment of a City Manager
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will hold an executive session on July 1, 2024, regarding the recruitment of a City Manager. The meeting is for legal advice and personnel matters, including reviewing applicant qualifications and interviewing candidates. This session will not be open to the public.
- Reviewing qualifications for City Manager recruitment
- Interviewing applicants for City Manager position
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the Coolidge 2035 General Plan, which would be submitted to voters for ratification on November 5, 2024. The council will also review several grant applications from the Ak-Chin Indian Community to fund police radios, fire equipment, and park development. Additionally, the meeting includes appointments for the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Magistrate.
- Adoption of the Coolidge 2035 General Plan for voter ratification on November 5, 2024
- Grant applications from Ak-Chin Indian Community for police radios ($68,258.69), fire equipment ($149,124.13), and park development ($150,000)
- A $55,640.00 change order for an engine rebuild in a fire truck
- Liquor license transfer for Gallopin Goose LLC at 1980 S. Arizona Boulevard
- Appointment of Kyle Hopson as City Magistrate
The Coolidge City Council approved the 2035 General Plan for submission to voters in the November 5, 2024, election. The Council also appointed Kyle Hopson as City Magistrate and approved several grant applications for police, fire, and public works equipment and park development.
- Approved 2035 General Plan for November 5, 2024 ballot (6-0)
- Appointed Kyle Hopson as City Magistrate (6-0)
- Approved $55,640 for fire engine rebuild (6-0)
- Approved grant applications for police radios and fire defibrillators (6-0)
- Approved grant applications for public works AEDs and regional park (6-0)
- Approved grant application for municipal court bench remodel (6-0)
- Appointed Keith Bernstein to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting
The Sandia Community Facilities District Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the proposed FY 2024-2025 final budget and the 2025 tax levy. The board will also consider Resolution No. 24-02 to approve the $20,679 budget. Projected revenues for the district are estimated at $2,026 from a $.30 ad valorem property tax.
- Public hearing for proposed $20,679 expenditures in the Sandia CFD Final Budget
- Proposed 2025 tax levy
- Resolution No. 24-02 to approve the FY 2024-2025 final budget
- Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2024, special meeting
The Board approved the final budget for the Sandia Community Facilities District for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The budget is set at $20,679, and the board held a public hearing regarding the budget and the proposed 2025 tax levy.
- Approved June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-02 adopting $20,679 final budget (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting
The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments regarding proposed expenditures of $41,685 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board also plans to consider Resolution No. 24-02 to approve the final budget and the 2025 tax levy. Any operating expenses exceeding projected property tax revenues will be reimbursed by the developer.
- Public hearing for proposed $41,685 in expenditures for FY 2024-2025
- Proposed 2025 tax levy based on a $.30 ad valorem rate
- Resolution No. 24-02 to approve the final district budget
- Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2024, special meeting
The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board approved the final budget of $41,685 for the upcoming fiscal year. The board also approved the minutes from their June 10, 2024, special meeting and held a public hearing regarding the budget and proposed tax levy.
- Approved June 10, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-02 adopting $41,685 final budget (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax levy. The council will also discuss Ordinance No. 24-10 to adopt the final budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
- Proposed primary property tax levy of $1,692,486
- Proposed city tax rate of $1.5675 per $100 of assessed value
- Discussion and action on Ordinance No. 24-10 to adopt the FY 2024-2025 budget
The Coolidge City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and property tax levy without receiving public comments. The Council then unanimously approved Ordinance No. 24-10, adopting the final budget of $66,159,086 and declaring an emergency.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-10 adopting the FY 2024-2025 Final Budget of $66,159,086 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will meet in executive session for legal consultation with the City Attorney. The discussion focuses on potential terms for leasing real property at 670 W. Pima Avenue.
- Lease of real property at 670 W. Pima Avenue (Old Rec Center)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss personnel matters. This includes reviewing qualifications for the recruitment of a City Manager and consulting on an employment agreement for Kyle Hopson as City Magistrate.
- Recruitment and appointment of a City Manager
- Employment agreement terms for City Magistrate Kyle Hopson
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss the recruitment and appointment of a City Magistrate. This closed meeting includes reviewing applicant qualifications and conducting interviews.
- Discussion regarding the recruitment and appointment of a City Magistrate
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session on June 11, 2024. The closed meeting is for discussing legal advice and reviewing applicants for the position of City Magistrate.
- Reviewing qualifications for the recruitment or appointment of a City Magistrate
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will meet in an executive session to consult with the City Attorney. The discussion focuses on a possible farm lease agreement for real property surrounding the city wastewater treatment plant.
- Discussion regarding potential terms for a farm lease agreement near the wastewater treatment plant
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the 2024-2025 tentative budget and setting the city's expenditure limit. The meeting includes public hearings for the General Plan 2035 and a major amendment to the Mesquite Manor development. Several professional service contracts and appointments are also scheduled for approval.
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 Tentative Budget (Ordinance 24-08)
- Mesquite Manor PAD amendment to increase units from 243 to 326 (Ordinance 24-09)
- Engineering services contract with T.Y. Lin International for Arica Rd Railroad Crossing
- Public hearing for the City of Coolidge General Plan 2035
- Legal services agreement with Fitzgibbons Law Offices, P.L.C.
City Council approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and set an expenditure limit of $66,159,086. The Council also approved a major amendment to the Mesquite Manor development to allow for multi-family apartments. Public hearings were held for the General Plan 2035 and the Mesquite Manor amendment.
- Approved 2024-2025 Tentative Budget and $66,159,086 expenditure limit (Unanimous)
- Approved Mesquite Manor PAD amendment for 328 multi-family units on 20 acres (Unanimous)
- Approved appointments to the Personnel Advisory Board (Unanimous)
- Approved legal services agreement with Fitzgibbons Law Offices through June 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
- Approved public defender services agreement with Vincent Mattioli (Unanimous)
- Approved RetireRehire Program agreement with Educational Services, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved on-call engineering services with T.Y. Lin International for Arica Rd railroad crossing (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-10 regarding purchasing procedures from Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Community Facilities District Board - Sandia - Special Meeting
The Sandia Community Facilities District Board will review expenditures from July 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. The board will also consider Resolution No. 24-01 to approve the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. This includes setting dates for a public hearing and the tax levy adoption.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $420.23 from July 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024
- Adoption of Resolution No. 24-01 for the FY 2024-2025 tentative budget
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.30 per $100 of assessed valuation
- Public hearing scheduled for June 24, 2024, at 7:00 P.M.
- Tax levy adoption scheduled for July 8, 2024
The Sandia Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved a tentative budget of $20,679 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. The board also approved year-to-date expenditures totaling $420.23 for the period from July 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Additionally, the board approved the minutes from a previous special meeting held in July 2023.
- Approved tentative budget of $20,679 for FY 2024-2025 (Unanimous)
- Approved year-to-date expenditures of $420.23 for July 2023-April 2024 (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 10, 2023 special meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will meet in executive session to obtain legal advice and discuss personnel matters. The session includes interviewing applicants and reviewing qualifications for the position of City Magistrate.
- Reviewing qualifications for the recruitment or appointment of a City Magistrate
- Interviewing applicants for the City Magistrate position
Community Facilities District Board - Martin Valley - Special Meeting
The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board will consider the tentative budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. The board will also review expenditures totaling $36,704.97 incurred between July 1, 2023, and April 30, 2024. A public hearing regarding the budget is proposed for June 24, 2024.
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 tentative budget (Resolution No. 24-01)
- Review of $36,704.97 in expenditures from July 2023 through April 2024
- Setting a public hearing for the budget on June 24, 2024
- Setting the tax levy adoption date for July 8, 2024
The Martin Valley Community Facilities District Board approved Resolution No. 24-01, setting a tentative expenditure budget of $13,608 for fiscal year 2024-25 with projected revenues of $13,608 from a $.30 ad valorem assessment for operations and maintenance. The Board also approved year-to-date expenditures of $36,704.97 for July 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024, and approved minutes from the October 23, 2023 special meeting. All votes were unanimous, and the meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
- Approved minutes of the October 23, 2023 special meeting (unanimous)
- Approved expenditures of $36,704.97 for July 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-01 setting tentative FY 2024-25 budget of $13,608 and projected revenues of $13,608 (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on an appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of a Conditional Use Permit for a 48-acre Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) located near West Selma Highway and South Eleven Mile Corner Road. The Council will also consider a separate resolution to grant the CUP for the project. Other business includes consent items for police vehicle purchases, grant applications, and a contract for a shade structure at the Public Works facility.
- Public hearing on appeal of denied Conditional Use Permit for a 48-acre Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) near West Selma Highway and South Eleven Mile Corner Road (APN 401-69-002A)
- Resolution No. 24-09 to grant a Conditional Use Permit for the BESS as a 'Public Utility' use in the Agricultural (AG) zoning district
- Purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe's for the Police Department from Garrett Motors at up to $94,000 each, using Capital Sales Tax funds
- Application for $89,450 in Proposition 202 grant funds from the Tohono O'Odham Indian Community for a spray injection patcher for Public Works
- Award of a $132,863 contract to Ellison-Mills Construction LLC for a 150-foot steel shade structure at the Public Works facility
The City Council denied a Conditional Use Permit for a battery energy storage system after a public hearing. The council also approved several grant applications, police vehicle purchases, and a construction contract for a public works shade structure.
- Denied Conditional Use Permit for Battery Energy Storage System (6-1)
- Approved purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Tahoes for Police Department, not to exceed $94,000 per vehicle (6-0)
- Approved $132,863 contract with Ellison-Mills Construction LLC for a steel shade at Public Works facility (Unanimous)
- Approved $22,133.44 Proposition 202 grant for City Court audio/visual upgrades (Unanimous)
- Approved $89,450.00 Proposition 202 grant for a Public Works spray injection patcher (Unanimous)
- Approved MOU with Pinal County Sheriff's Office for 9-1-1 billing and payment (Unanimous)
- Approved service agreement addendum with Motorola Solutions for dispatch equipment (Unanimous)
- Approved April 2024 claims (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss the recruitment of a new City Magistrate following the retirement of the current magistrate. The session is closed to the public under Arizona law for legal advice and consultation. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss recruitment of a City Magistrate
- Session held under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1) and (A)(3) for legal advice and consultation
- Current City Magistrate is retiring
- Discussion only; no action items on the agenda
City Council - Budget Meeting
The City Council will hold a discussion-only meeting on the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, with a focus on police department salaries. The tentative budget sets the maximum spending limit for the year; final adoption is scheduled for June 10, 2024, after a public hearing on June 25.
- Discussion on police department salaries
- First review of tentative budget for FY 24/25
- Maximum budget expenditure: $66,151,9087
- Tentative budget to be presented for approval on June 10, 2024
- Public hearing on tax levy and final budget on June 25, 2024
City Council provided direction to staff to implement a 5% salary increase for all full-time police employees and reclassify the Police Officer position from Range 54 to Range 55. Council also directed the addition of three new police officer positions to the FY 24/25 budget. The meeting included a first review of tentative budgets totaling approximately $60,573,003.
- Directed staff to implement Police Department salary Scenario #5 (5% increase for full-time employees and reclassification from Range 54 to Range 55)
- Directed staff to add three new police officer positions to the FY 24/25 budget
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The City Council will hold an executive session to obtain legal advice and discuss the recruitment and job description for a new city manager, following the retirement of the current city manager. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1) and (A)(3) for legal advice on city manager recruitment and job description
- Discussion only; no action expected
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $78,938 homeland security grant for a mobile license plate reader and night vision goggles for the police department, and a HIDTA grant for continued participation in the Pinal County Drug Task Force. They will also vote on the FY 24/25 benefit plans, a $98,000 budget proposal from the Chamber of Commerce, and an amendment to a professional services agreement for the Coolidge Regional Park. The meeting includes a presentation from the Chamber of Commerce and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Consider approval of $78,938 Homeland Security grant for police mobile license plate reader and night vision goggles
- Consider approval of HIDTA grant agreement for continued participation in Pinal County Drug Task Force
- Resolution 24-05: application for Historic Preservation Funds for Coolidge Women's Club Revitalization Project
- Consider approval of FY 24/25 benefit plans, remaining with Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, life insurance
- Presentation and action on Chamber of Commerce FY 2024-2025 budget proposal of $98,000 from the city
The City Council approved funding for the Chamber of Commerce and renewed employee benefit plans. The council also authorized police equipment purchases and an agreement for regional park architectural services.
- Approved $98,000 budget request for Chamber of Commerce for FY 24/25 (Unanimous)
- Approved FY 24/25 benefit plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield and VSP (Unanimous)
- Approved $78,938 grant for police mobile license plate reader and night vision goggles (Unanimous)
- Approved HIDTA Grant Agreement for Pinal County Drug Task Force participation (Unanimous)
- Approved application for Historic Preservation Funds for Coolidge Women's Club Revitalization Project (Unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Logan Simpson Design, Inc. for Coolidge Regional Park (Unanimous)
- Approved April 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council - Study Sessions
The City Council will receive a presentation from Community Services Director Ricky LaPaglia on the status of the Regional Park. The discussion covers past planning milestones, proposed Phase One amenities (trails, dog park, playground, splash pad, pickleball, basketball, volleyball), and future amenities (great lawn, sports fields, concession stand, community center). Funding sources include impact fees, capital improvement funds, grants, and donations. No formal action will be taken; this is a discussion-only item.
- Presentation on Regional Park update by Community Services Director Ricky LaPaglia
- Phase One amenities include trails, dog park, playground, splash pad, pickleball, basketball, volleyball
- Future amenities include great lawn, softball/baseball fields, concession stand, multipurpose fields, community center
- Funding sources: impact fees, capital improvement, grants, donations
The City Council held a study session featuring a presentation on the City of Coolidge Regional Park Concept. The session consisted of a presentation and discussion; no substantive policy decisions were made.
- Regional Park Concept update presented
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including agreements for a July 4th fireworks display and carnival services for Coolidge Days, a $60,000 road striping contract, and a $4,000 state highway safety grant. A public hearing is set for an ordinance updating subdivision street design standards. The meeting also includes proclamations and a monthly report from the Chamber of Commerce.
- Fireworks display agreement with Fireworks Production of Arizona for July 4th at Kenilworth Sports Complex
- Entertainment agreement with Midway West Amusements for carnival services at Coolidge Days
- Road striping contract with Franklin Striping Inc. not to exceed $60,000
- Ordinance 24-07 amending subdivision regulations to add Pinal County standard details for street design
- Acceptance of a $4,000 GOHS 'Buckle Up Arizona' enforcement campaign grant for the police department
City Council approved several consent items including contracts for July 4th fireworks and carnival services. The Council also authorized the City Manager to negotiate an agreement with the Kiwanis Club to repair and use an old bath house as a concession stand. An ordinance regarding street design standards was tabled.
- Approved agreement with Fireworks Production of Arizona for July 4th display (Unanimous)
- Approved entertainment agreement with Midway West Amusements for Coolidge Days (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,000 GOHS 'Buckle Up Arizona' grant for Police Department (Unanimous)
- Approved Kimley-Horn Task Order No. 3 for airport cultural and bio surveys (Unanimous)
- Approved road striping agreement with Franklin Striping Inc. not to exceed $60,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved March 2024 claims (Unanimous)
- Authorized City Manager to negotiate Kiwanis Club use of Old Bath House at San Carlos Park (Unanimous)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 24-07 regarding street design standards (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Municipal Property Corporation - MPC - Special Meeting
The Municipal Property Corporation will hold a special meeting to appoint officers and elect directors for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board authorizes debt for capital infrastructure. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Appointment of MPC officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary) for 2024-2025
- Election of three directors to the MPC Board for 2024-2025
- Approval of minutes from the April 24, 2023 special meeting
The Coolidge Municipal Property Corporation held a special meeting on April 22, 2024, with President Eric Daniels and Vice-President Tom Bagnall present and Secretary Tatiana Murrieta absent. The board approved minutes from its April 24, 2023 special meeting and appointed Tom Bagnall as President, Adri Saavedra as Vice-President, and Tatianna Murrieta as Secretary for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. It also elected the same three individuals to the 2024/2025 Board of Directors. All actions passed unanimously among the two members present, and the meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
- Approved minutes of the April 24, 2023 special meeting (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Appointed Tom Bagnall as President, Adri Saavedra as Vice-President, and Tatianna Murrieta as Secretary for 2024/2025 (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Elected Tom Bagnall, Adri Saavedra, and Tatianna Murrieta to the 2024/2025 Board of Directors (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved motion to adjourn at 7:02 p.m. (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will meet in executive session to discuss the recruitment and appointment of a new city magistrate following the retirement of the current magistrate. The session is closed to the public and is for legal advice and consultation with the city attorney. No votes or decisions are scheduled during this meeting.
- Executive session under ARS 38-431.03(A)(1) and (A)(3) for discussion of city magistrate recruitment and job description
- Retirement of the current city magistrate triggers the need for this discussion
- Meeting is closed to the public; no action items are listed on the agenda
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including purchasing night vision equipment for the police department for $25,546.70, renewing a dispatch recorder maintenance contract for $4,317.38, and unfreezing $175,000 for new city hall servers. A proclamation for National Library Week will also be discussed.
- Purchase of night vision monoculars for police from LCEO/Own the Night for $25,546.70
- Renewal of Goserco maintenance agreement for police dispatch recording equipment for $4,317.38
- Unfreeze $175,000 in capital sales tax fund for new city hall network servers
- Professional service agreement for on-call engineering with T.Y. Lin International
- Permanent patio expansion permit for Coolidge-Florence Elk's Lodge #2350
City Council unanimously approved a series of consent items including funding for police night vision equipment and new city hall servers. The council also approved a professional service agreement for engineering and a patio extension for the Elk's Lodge.
- Approved $25,546.70 for police night vision equipment from LCEO, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved maintenance agreement with Goserco for police dispatch recording equipment (Unanimous)
- Approved professional service agreement for on-call engineering with T.Y. Lin International (Unanimous)
- Approved $175,000 for new City Hall network servers from SHI (Unanimous)
- Approved permanent patio extension permit for Coolidge-Florence Elk's Lodge #2350 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 24-04 amending Personnel Polices and Procedures for Fire Department certified personnel (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council - Budget Meeting
The Coolidge City Council is holding a budget meeting to discuss, but not vote on, the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget items: Police Department salaries, Highway User Revenue Fund (HURF) monies, and the Pinal County Road Tax. This is a discussion-only item, with no formal decisions expected at this meeting.
- Discussion on Police Department salaries for FY 24/25
- Discussion on Highway User Revenue Fund (HURF) allocations
- Discussion on Pinal County Road Tax for FY 24/25
The City Council held a budget meeting to review proposed funding for the Police Department, Highway User (HURF) Funds, and Pinal County Road Tax for Fiscal Year 24/25. No formal actions were taken on the budget items. Council requested more time to review police salary scenarios.
- Discussion held on FY 24/25 HURF Funds and Pinal County Road tax
- Discussion held on six proposed Police Department salary scenarios; further review requested
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several spending items, including $18,044.60 for rifle-grade ballistic shields for the police department and a $187,167 grant application to fund a dog park. The council will also vote on a $70,837 contract to replace the gym floor at the Youth Teen Center and a resolution adopting a Fair Housing Policy. The agenda includes presentations on the Week of the Young Child and a report from the Chamber of Commerce.
- Consider approval to purchase two rifle-grade ballistic shields for $18,044.60 for the Coolidge Police Department.
- Consider approval of a $187,167 grant application to the Gila River Indian Community to fund a dog park in Phase 1 of the New Regional Park.
- Consider award of a $70,837 bid to Sport Court of Arizona to replace the gym floor at the Youth Teen Center.
- Consider approval of Resolution No. 24-03 adopting a Fair Housing Policy and designating April 2024 as Fair Housing Month.
- Consider approval of a $100,000 grant application for emergency housing repair funding for the Housing Rehabilitation Program.
The Coolidge City Council unanimously approved a $187,167 grant application to fund a dog park in the new Regional Park and accepted a right-of-way dedication for Coolidge Ave and 9th Street, contingent on removing an existing deed of trust. They also adopted a new Public Places ordinance and approved a $70,837 contract to replace the Youth Teen Center gym floor. Several other items, including police equipment purchases and housing grants, were approved as part of the consent agenda.
- Approved $187,167 grant application for Regional Park dog park (6-0)
- Approved right-of-way dedication for Coolidge Ave/9th St with deed of trust removal condition (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-06 amending Public Places code (6-0)
- Approved $70,837 contract for Youth Teen Center gym floor replacement (6-0)
- Approved $18,044.60 purchase of ballistic shields for Police Department (6-0)
- Approved $100,000 grant application for emergency housing repairs (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-03 affirming Fair Housing commitment (6-0)
- Approved February 2024 claims and updated Drug and Alcohol Policy (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council - Study Sessions
The City Council will discuss amending the personnel policy to increase sick leave accrual for full-time Fire Department employees on 24/96 shifts from 3.69 to 6 hours per pay period. The change is intended to make accrual equitable for 24-hour shift workers. No vote will be taken; this is a discussion-only item.
- Discussion on amending Section 4-2-3 of the Policy and Procedures Handbook to raise sick leave accrual for 24/96 Fire Department FTE's to 6 hours per pay period
- Current policy provides 3.69 hours per pay period for all full-time employees regardless of shift length
- Fire Admin states no fiscal impact because the 480-hour accrual cap remains unchanged
The City Council held a study session to discuss a proposed amendment to the Policy and Procedures Handbook. Fire Chief Mark Dillon recommended increasing the sick leave accrual rate for full-time Fire Department employees. No formal action was taken on the proposal during this session.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to obtain legal advice and discuss a proposed expansion at the Coolidge Municipal Airport. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Executive session under ARS 38-431.03(A)(3) and (A)(4) for legal advice and discussion
- Proposed expansion at the Coolidge Municipal Airport
- Discussion only; no action items listed
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $540,000 pavement maintenance contract with Cactus Asphalt and a $155,000 on-call valve replacement agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction. They will also vote on reappointments to the Transit Advisory Committee and grant applications for a police vehicle and fire department radios. A proclamation declaring March 23, 2024 as 'Coolidge Little League Play Ball Day' is scheduled for discussion only.
- Consider approval of $540,000 amendment to cooperative purchasing agreement with Cactus Asphalt for pavement maintenance
- Consider approval of $155,000 cooperative purchasing agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for ARV valve replacement
- Consider ratification of $74,198 OPSG grant application to purchase a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for police
- Consider approval of $83,543.68 Proposition 202 grant application to Gila River Indian Community for fire department mobile radios
- Consider reappointment of six members to the Transit Advisory Committee
City Council approved several maintenance contracts and grant applications for police and fire equipment. The council also re-appointed six members to the Transit Advisory Committee.
- Approved application for $74,198 OPSG Grant for a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe (Unanimous)
- Approved $83,543.68 Proposition 202 Grant application for fire department mobile radios (Unanimous)
- Approved cooperative agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for ARV valve replacement up to $155,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved amendment with Cactus Asphalt for pavement maintenance up to $540,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved re-appointment of six members to the Transit Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
- Approved February 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments - BOA - Special Meeting
The Coolidge Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Ramon Nunez (T & R Homes LLC) to reduce the minimum side setback from 5 feet to 2.21 feet for a bathroom addition at 465 W Roosevelt Ave. The property is in the R-3 Multi-Family Zoning District. The board will also vote on approving minutes from a May 8, 2023 special meeting.
- Public hearing and vote on variance request to reduce side setback from 5 ft to 2.21 ft for a bathroom addition at 465 W Roosevelt Ave (APN 205-04-143)
- Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2023 Board of Adjustments special meeting
The Board of Adjustments approved a variance request for T & R Homes LLC to reduce a side setback requirement for a home addition. The board also approved the minutes from a May 2023 special meeting.
- Approved variance to reduce minimum side setback from 5 feet to 2.21 feet at 465 W Roosevelt Ave (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from May 8, 2023 Special Meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Budget Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold a budget meeting to review the proposed General Fund budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. This is a discussion-only item; no vote is scheduled.
- Review of General Fund Budgets Proposed for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 (discussion only)
The Coolidge City Council held a budget meeting on March 11, 2024, where CFO/Finance Director Gabe Garcia presented proposed General Fund budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The proposal included a 5% COLA, a possible 10% medical insurance increase, 9.5 new positions across departments, and 12 new Kids Kamp positions, totaling $16,489,870 — an overall 10% increase. No budget was adopted; the item was discussion only. Council directed staff to propose additional salary scenarios for the Police Department, and the meeting adjourned by unanimous vote.
- No vote on FY24/25 General Fund budget; item was discussion only
- Directed CFO Garcia and City Manager Miller to propose additional salary scenarios for the Police Department
- Adjourned budget meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the zoning code regarding medical and recreational marijuana. The council will also consider several consent items, including a $2 million grant application for a new fire truck and a $213,719 change order for fire truck refurbishment, as well as a five-year camera contract with Flock Safety.
- Public hearing on amending zoning code sections related to medical and recreational marijuana
- Consider approval of a $2,003,992.37 grant application for a new aerial platform fire truck
- Consider approval of a $213,719 change order for refurbishment of a 2009 Pierce fire apparatus
- Consider approval of a five-year contract with Flock Safety for annual camera price of $27,500 plus tax
- Consider approval of a $90,000 cooperative purchasing agreement for pavement maintenance materials
The Coolidge City Council approved Ordinance No. 24-05, amending Section 302 of the Zoning Code to change the definition of marijuana uses so recreational marijuana must be under a dual license with medical marijuana. The council also approved a consent agenda of eight items, including a pavement maintenance materials agreement with Cal Portland, Inc. not to exceed $90,000, a roll-off dump trailer purchase not to exceed $20,995.00, and a fire truck refurbishment change order not to exceed $213,719. All votes were unanimous among the six present members, with Councilmember Tatiana Murrieta absent.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-05 amending Zoning Code Section 302 marijuana use definitions (6-0)
- Approved consent items #6-#13 as presented (6-0)
- Approved Cal Portland, Inc. pavement maintenance materials agreement not to exceed $90,000 (6-0)
- Approved Texas Pride Trailers Arizona, LLC roll-off dump trailer purchase not to exceed $20,995.00 (6-0)
- Approved Firetrucks Unlimited change order #1 for fire truck refurbishment not to exceed $213,719 (6-0)
- Approved Flock Safety camera price agreement at $27,500 plus tax annually for five years (6-0)
- Approved filling a Facilities Maintenance Worker I position in lieu of a Custodian position (6-0)
- Approved submitting a 2024 Proposition 202 grant application to Gila River Indian Community for $62,358.64 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council - Budget Meeting
The City Council will hold a budget meeting to review Fiscal Year 23/24 revenues at the mid-year point and receive an update on Capital Improvement Projects for Fiscal Year 24/25. This is a discussion-only item, with no votes scheduled.
- Presentation on FY 23/24 revenues at mid-year point
- Update on Capital Improvement Projects for FY 24/25
The City Council held a budget meeting to review financial reports and project requests. No substantive votes or policy decisions were made during the session.
- Reviewed FY 23/24 mid-year revenues and FY 24/25 Capital Improvement Project requests (Discussion only)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two major land-use items: a major amendment to the Brighton Village Planned Area Development (PAD) reducing it from 1,485 to 1,340 acres, and a rezoning of a 20.7-acre parcel from General Industrial (I-2) to PAD. The council will also consider consent items including equipment purchases and transit funding applications.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 24-03: Major amendment of Brighton Village PAD (1,485 to 1,340 acres) near Windsor Road and Highway 87
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 24-04: Rezoning 20.7 acres from I-2 to PAD near State Highway 87 and Hanna Road
- Consider approval of $11,924.28 for a Trantex Sidewalk Razor Grinder from Centerline Supply, Inc. using Capital Improvement Funds
- Consider adoption of 2024 Title VI Implementation Plan for Transit Department compliance with ADOT and FTA
- Resolution 24-02: Designating election dates, voter registration deadline, and candidate filing deadline
The City Council approved a major amendment to the Brighton Planned Area Development and set 2024 election dates. A proposal to rezone 20.7 acres for the 'Coolidge 500 Apartments' workforce housing project was defeated. The Council also approved several transit and public works items.
- Approved major amendment of Brighton Village PAD to 1,340-acre 'Brighton' PAD (Unanimous)
- Denied rezoning of 20.7 acres from General Industrial to PAD for 'Coolidge 500 Apartments' (3-4)
- Approved 2024 Primary and General Election dates and registration deadlines (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Trantex Sidewalk Razor Grinder for up to $11,924.28 (Unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Title VI Implementation Plan for Transit Department (Unanimous)
- Approved application for ADOT 5311 Rural Transit Funding (Unanimous)
- Approved January 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including re-appointing six members to the Transit Advisory Committee, approving a $90,000 cooperative purchasing agreement with Drake Equipment to upfit truck beds on newly purchased vehicles, and entering into agreements for street light LED maintenance, road repair on Attaway Road, and election services with Pinal County. The meeting also includes approval of claims for November and December 2023.
- Re-appoint Lynn Parsons, Kim Vandenberg, Nina Arredondo, Victor Gomez, Gussie Taylor, and Gerald Smith to the Transit Advisory Committee for two-year terms
- Approve $90,000 cooperative purchasing agreement with Drake Equipment for truck bed conversions on new Public Works vehicles
- Enter into agreement with Power Tech Contracting for street light LED fixture upgrade maintenance
- Enter into agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for mill and overlay of Attaway Road from SR287 to Vah Ki Inn
- Approve intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for election and voter registration services for 2024 primary and general elections
Council approved a series of cooperative purchasing agreements for vehicle equipment, street light maintenance, and road repair. The council also approved the re-appointment of six members to the Transit Advisory Committee with specific conditions regarding meetings with city leadership.
- Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Drake Equipment for truck bed upfitting (Unanimous)
- Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Power Tech Contracting, LLC for street light LED maintenance (Unanimous)
- Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Ellison-Mills Construction for Attaway Rd mill and overlay (Unanimous)
- Approved claims for November and December 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Pinal County for 2024 election and voter registration services (Unanimous)
- Approved re-appointment of six members to the Transit Advisory Committee as amended (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will consider two ordinances: one to annex 3.7 acres (the 'NUNEZ' annexation) with initial Agricultural zoning, and another amending Section 93.06 on retail marijuana sales. The consent agenda includes a $275,326 Homeland Security grant for police overtime and mileage, appointments to the Library Advisory Board and Planning and Zoning Commission, and approvals for the 42nd Annual Cotton Days festival and a St. James Church festival.
- Ordinance 24-01: annex 3.7 acres known as the 'NUNEZ' annexation with initial Agricultural (AG) zoning
- Ordinance 24-02: amend Section 93.06 relating to the retail sale of marijuana
- Subrecipient Agreement #220437-01: $275,326 in 2022 Homeland Security grant funding for police overtime and mileage
- Approval of requests for the 42nd Annual Cotton Days festival (March 1-3, 2024) including street closures, beer garden, and city staff assistance
- Approval of a mutual aid compact with the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs for emergency management
The Coolidge City Council approved Ordinance No. 24-01, annexing about 3.7 acres known as the "NUNEZ" Annexation with initial Agricultural (AG) zoning, and approved Ordinance No. 24-02, amending City code Section 93.06 so only dual license facilities may sell recreational marijuana via a Conditional Use Permit in districts that allow medical marijuana. It also approved the NUNEZ annexation's Infrastructure and Services Plan and a cooperative purchasing agreement with Asphalt Busters, Inc. for asphalt pulverization and soil stabilization, not to exceed $75,000, for the FY 23-24 Street Work Program. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Tatiana Murrieta absent.
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-01 annexing about 3.7 acres, the "NUNEZ" Annexation, with initial Agricultural (AG) zoning (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved Ordinance No. 24-02 amending Section 93.06 to allow only dual license facilities to sell recreational marijuana via Conditional Use Permit (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved the Infrastructure and Services Plan for the "NUNEZ" Annexation (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved a cooperative purchasing agreement with Asphalt Busters, Inc. for asphalt pulverization and soil stabilization, not to exceed $75,000, for the FY 23-24 Street Work Program (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved consent items #9 through #18, including board and commission appointments, Cotton Days event requests, a St. James Festival license, a mutual aid compact, a $275,326 homeland security grant agreement, a retired police canine purchase, and an ADOT crash data exchange agreement (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Approved minutes of the November 13, 2023 Study Session and December 2023 meetings (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:51 p.m. (unanimous; Murrieta absent)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
City Council - Executive Session Meeting
The Coolidge City Council will hold an executive session closed to the public to discuss two real estate matters: the lease of property at 670 W. Pima Avenue (the Old Rec Center) and the disposition of a 1.37-acre parcel at 1400 S. Arizona Boulevard (parcel 204-13-0030). Both items are listed as discussion only, with no votes scheduled. The session is authorized under Arizona law for legal consultation and strategy.
- Discussion on lease terms for 670 W. Pima Avenue (Old Rec Center)
- Discussion on how to proceed with 1.37 acres at 1400 S. Arizona Boulevard (parcel 204-13-0030)
- Executive session closed to the public per ARS 38-431.03