Mesa public meetings in 2022

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is considering several zoning cases and site plan modifications. These include requests for an industrial development on South Mountain Road and a restaurant on South Signal Butte Road. The board will also provide recommendations to the City Council regarding rezoning and commercial projects.

• Industrial development site plan review at 6400 block of South Mountain Road
• Site plan modification for a Denny's restaurant at 4200 block of South Signal Butte Road
• Rezoning from Agricultural to Single Residence-35 near North Val Vista Road
• Commercial development site plan modification at 3300 block of North Recker Road
• 28-lot residential plat for Estates at Encanto at 3000 block of East Encanto Street

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Board will review items scheduled for the December 14, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The session also includes Planning Director's Updates, though no Board action will be taken on those items.

• Review of items for the December 14, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's Updates

The board reviewed agenda items for the December 14, 2022 regular hearing and received updates from the Planning Director. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Approved adjournment (5-0)

Design Review Board

The Mesa Design Review Board is reviewing preliminary designs for several upcoming developments. These discussions include plans for a public library, an industrial business park, and various commercial sites. For these preliminary cases, the board provides direction rather than final approval or denial.

• Preliminary design review for Southeast Mesa Library near South Eastmark Parkway
• Preliminary design review for 'The Block' industrial business park (approx. 270 acres)
• Preliminary design review for Reed Park Residences on South Williams
• Preliminary design reviews for Dairy Queen and Caffenio restaurant locations
• Preliminary design review for Legacy Gateway Hotels near East Williams Field Road

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for its upcoming regular meeting. The session also includes taking action on appointments to several committees and boards, including the 2050 General Plan Citizen Advisory Committee.

• Appointments to the 2050 General Plan Citizen Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the Historic Preservation, Parks & Recreation, and Personnel Appeals Boards
• Receipt of Public Safety Committee meeting minutes from October 27, 2022

City Council

The Mesa City Council is considering several contract awards and liquor license applications. Items include annual contracts for electric utility transformers and recycling services. The council will also review construction services for the Mesa City Hall project.

• $1,498,000 construction contract for the Mesa City Hall project
• $3,262,500 annual contract for electric utility distribution transformers
• $1,455,000 annual contract for recycling processing and marketing services
• $190,000 purchase of Grappler immobilization devices for police vehicles
• New liquor license applications for Nello’s Pizza, Papago by Huss Brewing, and Crawfish Café

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment will consider several variance requests and a sign plan. These include requests regarding parking spaces and yard setbacks for residential properties. The board will also review a special use permit for a commercial sign plan in the downtown core.

• Parking variance request for 7952 East Gale Avenue
• Garage addition variance at 1920 East Inca Circle
• Parking variance request for 121 East Garnet Avenue
• Sign plan special use permit at 104 West Main Street

The Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for covered parking and a comprehensive sign plan. One request for a garage addition was continued to a future date. The board also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 Study Session and Public Hearing (5-0)
• Approved variance for minimum covered parking at 7952 East Gale Avenue (5-0)
• Continued variance request for garage addition at 1920 East Inca Circle to January 4, 2023
• Approved variance for minimum covered parking at 121 East Garnet Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Comprehensive Sign Plan at 104 West Main Street (5-0)

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This meeting is a study session for the Board of Adjustment to review and discuss items from the December 7, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. The provided text contains only procedural items and does not list specific projects or ordinances.

• Review of items from the December 7, 2022, Public Hearing agenda

The Board of Adjustment conducted a study session to review and discuss items on the December 7, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. No substantive policy or zoning decisions were recorded.

• Approved adjournment (5-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will hear a presentation regarding the status and redevelopment plans for Kiva Lodge. Members will also discuss ideas for May 2023 Historic Preservation Month and topics for the 2023 student essay and video contest.

• Redevelopment plans presentation for Kiva Lodge (668 W. Main St.)
• Approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of May 2023 Historic Preservation Month events
• Discussion of 2023 student essay and video contest topics
• Presentation on Certificates of Appropriateness issued April-September 2022

The Board approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of presentations and discussions regarding the Kiva Lodge, Mesa Historic Preservation Month, and a student contest.

• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Study Session

The Council will discuss the potential acquisition of The Grand Hotel to host the Off the Streets program. Members will also review Mesa’s recycling program and joint efforts with Gilbert. The session includes reviewing agendas for upcoming regular meetings.

• Potential acquisition of The Grand Hotel at 6377 East Main Street for homelessness services
• Review of Mesa’s recycling program and agreements with the Town of Gilbert
• Approval of September 8, 2022, Executive Session minutes
• Receipt of Library Advisory Board and Transportation Advisory Board meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several major contracts and resolutions, including large-scale infrastructure and public safety projects. Items include funding agreements for regional transit services and a construction contract for a new public safety facility. The council will also consider liquor license applications and utility easement changes.

• $33,947,385.15 construction contract for Northeast Public Safety Facility
• $1,870,000 annual contract for water resource centrifuge equipment and services
• $1,401,000 purchase to upgrade and convert a police department helicopter
• $9,238,410 funding agreement for Valley Metro Rail operations
• $26,862,532 intergovernmental agreement for regional transit services

Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee

The Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee will discuss proposed fee changes for the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department. The committee will also review audits regarding tennis center revenues, security access, and veterans housing vouchers.

• Proposed fees and charges for Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department
• Audit of Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center Revenues
• Audit of Badging/Security Access (MPD)
• Audit of Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Voucher Program
• Audit of Purchasing Procurement Processes Follow-up Review

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two minor amendments to the Mesa 2040 General Plan. The first item proposes revising secondary zoning districts in specialty campus sub-types. The second involves reclassifying a 10-acre area near East Baseline Road from a medical campus to an educational campus.

• PZ 22182: Revision of secondary zoning districts in Specialty District Educational and Medical Campus Sub-types
• PZ 22181: Plan amendment for the Millennium Superstition Springs area near East Baseline Road
• Request to change land use from Specialty - Medical Campus to Specialty - Educational Campus

The Board approved a minor amendment to the Mesa 2040 General Plan regarding zoning districts for educational and medical campuses. It also approved a minor amendment for a 10± acre site near Baseline Road to allow for a multiple residence development.

• Approved minor amendment to Mesa 2040 General Plan Chapter 7 regarding Specialty District Educational and Medical Campus Sub-types (4-3)
• Approved ZON22-01129 Millennium Superstition Springs Minor General Plan Amendment to change from Specialty - Medical Campus to Specialty - Educational Campus (4-3)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct public hearings on two minor general plan amendments. One item proposes revising secondary zoning districts in the Specialty District Educational Campus Sub-type. Another involves changing a district near East Baseline Road from Medical Campus to Educational Campus.

• Public hearing for PZ 22182 regarding Mesa 2040 General Plan amendments
• Proposed revisions to secondary zoning districts in Specialty District Educational and Medical Campus Sub-types
• Public hearing for PZ 22181/ZON22-01129 near East Baseline Road, South Sunview, and East Inverness Avenue
• Request to change a district from Specialty - Medical Campus to Specialty - Educational Campus

The board conducted a study session to review two proposed minor amendments to the Mesa 2040 General Plan. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the specific amendments discussed, only the approval to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved adjournment (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review and discuss proposed changes to city code regarding offensive, excessive, and prohibited noises. The session also includes acknowledging minutes from several advisory boards covering economic development, housing, transportation, and parks.

• Proposed amendments to 'Offensive, Excessive and Prohibited Noises' regulations
• Receipt of Economic Development Advisory Board minutes
• Receipt of Housing and Community Development Advisory Board minutes
• Receipt of Transportation Advisory Board minutes
• Receipt of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several business license applications and city service contracts. Proposed items include upgrades to the Mesa Arts Center lighting and the purchase of new utility vehicles. Most items are presented on the consent agenda for group approval.

• Purchase of four utility crew trucks for $1,093,339.84
• Stage lighting upgrades for Mesa Arts Center totaling $198,246.54
• Workers' compensation insurance policy premium of $550,000
• Annual contract for gas service regulators at $190,000
• Multiple liquor license applications for local businesses and events

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a minor General Plan Amendment for the Millennium Superstition Springs area. The proposal seeks to change the land use from a medical campus to an educational campus to allow for multiple residence development. Staff recommends denial of this request.

• Public hearing for PZ 22181 ZON22-01129 (Millennium Superstition Springs)
• Proposed change from Specialty - Medical Campus to Specialty - Educational Campus
• Staff recommendation of denial

The Board reviewed items for the November 16, 2022 regular hearing. A request for a Minor General Plan Amendment regarding a multiple residence development was continued to a later date.

• Continued ZON22-01129 Millennium Superstition Springs Minor General Plan Amendment to November 22, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The board is reviewing several zoning cases for industrial, commercial, and restaurant developments. Members are also considering amendments to the Mesa 2040 General Plan regarding specialty districts.

• Site plan review for "Ace Hardware" on East Cadence Parkway
• Site plan review for a "Rally's" restaurant on East Southern Avenue
• Rezone request for "Greenfield Industrial" to allow three industrial buildings
• General Plan amendment regarding secondary zoning districts in specialty districts
• General Plan amendment for "Millennium Superstition Springs" near East Baseline Road

The Planning and Zoning Board approved site plan reviews for a commercial development and a restaurant. The Board also recommended approval for a three-building industrial development to the City Council. Several other zoning and general plan cases were continued to future meetings.

• Approved site plan for Ace Hardware commercial development (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Rally's restaurant with drive-thru (6-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Greenfield Industrial three-building development (6-0)
• Continued 'The Wall Company' industrial development request to Dec 14, 2022
• Continued freeway landmark signage permit for Power 202 Mixed-Use LLC to Dec 14, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued Mesa 2040 General Plan amendment to Nov 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued Millennium Superstition Springs General Plan amendment to Nov 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 26, 2022 meetings (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Board will discuss preliminary designs for two development projects in District 6. These include a commercial development on East Cadence Parkway and a restaurant with a drive-thru on East Southern Avenue. The Board will provide direction but will not vote to approve or deny these cases at this meeting.

• Commercial development review for the 9200 to 9300 blocks of East Cadence Parkway
• Restaurant with drive-thru review for the 6900 block of East Southern Avenue

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review findings from the Coffman Study regarding how helicopter traffic affects land development north of Falcon Field Airport. The council will also receive an update on the Mesa Fire and Medical Emergency Transport Program.

• Presentation on the Coffman Study regarding helicopter traffic near Falcon Field Airport
• Update on the status of the Mesa Fire and Medical Emergency Transport Program

City Council

The Mesa City Council is considering various contract amendments and new equipment purchases. These include forensic technology for the Police Department and media resources for Library Services. The council will also review multiple liquor license applications.

• $145,000 purchase of a Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer for the Police Department
• $136,500 purchase of a Gas Chromatograph Flame Ionization Detector and Mass Selective Detector System
• $175,000 increase to the library books and digital media contract
• $38,500 purchase of 20 handheld fingerprint recognition devices for the Police Department
• Liquor license applications for several local businesses

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss an update to proposed utility rate adjustments. Members will also hear a presentation regarding a strategy for building a skilled workforce in Mesa.

• Update to proposed utility rate adjustments
• Workforce development strategy presentation
• Receipt of Judicial Advisory Board minutes

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This meeting is a study session for the Board of Adjustment to receive a staff update and review items from the November 2, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. The specific details of those items are not included in this document.

• Review of items from the November 2, 2022, Public Hearing agenda

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session to review and discuss items listed on the November 2, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. No substantive decisions were recorded during this session.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment is reviewing two zoning variance cases regarding property setbacks. One request involves a garage addition at 6536 East Delmon Drive, and the other concerns a home addition at 8129 East Ebola Avenue.

• Variance request for garage setback at 6536 East Delmon Drive
• Variance request for rear yard setback at 8129 East Ebola Avenue
• Approval of October 5, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests for residential additions in District 5. One request was approved despite a staff recommendation for denial.

• Approved minutes from October 5, 2022 Study Session and Public Hearing (6-0)
• Approved variance for front yard setback for garage addition at 6536 East Delmon Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance for minimum rear yard for home addition at 8129 East Ebola Avenue (6-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022-2023 term. Members will also discuss programs to celebrate Mesa Historic Preservation Month. The meeting includes a presentation on state laws and board bylaws.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022-2023
• Approval of August 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Mesa Historic Preservation Month programs
• Presentation on Arizona Open Meeting Laws and Board Bylaws
• Tour of The Studios @ Mesa City Center Building at 59 East 1st Street

The Board voted to maintain its current leadership for the 2022-2023 term. The Board also approved the minutes from the August 2, 2022 meeting.

• Re-elected Chair Benzing and Vice-Chair Babos (5-1)
• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review presentations regarding proposed amendments to the Mesa City Code. The committee will discuss changes to noise regulations and a new section concerning interfering with a peace officer.

• Proposed amendments to 'Offensive, Excessive and Prohibited Noises' (22-1413)
• Proposed new section regarding 'Interfering with a Peace Officer' (22-1415)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is considering several rezoning requests, including a 50-acre industrial development and multiple residential projects. The board will also review citywide amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding outdoor eating areas and temporary uses.

• Rezone for 50± acre industrial development at E. Inverness Avenue and S. Sunview
• Rezone for 9± acre multiple residence development near S. 48th Street and E. Southern Avenue
• Expansion of an 84± acre water treatment facility at E. Elliot Road and S. Signal Butte Road
• Citywide amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding outdoor eating areas and temporary uses
• Site plan review for a carwash in the 1400 block of South Crismon Road

The Board approved several rezoning requests for industrial and residential developments and a water treatment facility expansion. It also recommended the adoption of citywide zoning ordinance amendments regarding outdoor eating, temporary uses, and site plans. One carwash special use permit was denied.

• Denied carwash special use permit at 1400 block of South Crismon Road (6-1)
• Approved self-storage facility site plan at 400 block of South Morris (6-1)
• Recommended approval of industrial development rezone at East Inverness Ave and South Sunview (6-1)
• Recommended approval of multiple residence rezone at South 48th Street and East Southern Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of multiple residence rezone at North Power Road and East Hobart Street (5-2)
• Recommended approval of water treatment facility expansion at East Elliot Road and South Signal Butte Road (7-0)
• Continued freeway landmark signage permit at South Power Road to Nov 16 (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of zoning ordinance amendments for temporary uses and outdoor eating (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will review items for the October 26, 2022 regular hearing. The session also includes updates from the Planning Director. No board action or discussion is planned regarding the director's updates.

• Review of items for the October 26, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing
• Planning Director's Updates (no board action or discussion)

The board met for a study session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing and receive updates from the Planning Director. No substantive policy decisions were made during this session.

• Approved adjournment (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations regarding proposed changes to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance for temporary use permits. The session also includes discussions on a new special events policy and the upcoming 10-year General Plan update. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to several advisory boards.

• Proposed changes to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance regarding temporary use permits
• New special events and downtown events policy
• The City’s upcoming 10-year General Plan update
• Appointments to the 2050 General Plan Update Citizen Committee, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, and Building Board of Appeals

City Council Study Session

The Mesa City Council will review the agenda for the October 17, 2022 regular meeting and hear a presentation regarding the City Hall project. The session also includes a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by council members.

• Presentation on the design and construction of the City Hall project (Item 22-1350)

City Council

The Mesa City Council is reviewing several contract increases and new equipment purchases. Items include funding for library RFID technology, fire department protective gear, and printing services. The council will also consider various liquor license applications.

• Purchase of 12 replacement police motorcycles for $348,012
• $102,000 increase to the City Clerk’s printing and mailing contract
• $140,000 increase to library RFID equipment maintenance contract
• $500,000 annual contract for stagehand services at Mesa Arts Center
• $540,500 annual contract for playground and aquatic facility repairs

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss the design and construction of the City Hall project. Members will also review proposed changes to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance regarding drive-thru facilities, outdoor eating areas, and temporary use permits. The session includes acknowledging minutes from several advisory boards.

• Discussion on City Hall project design and construction
• Proposed zoning ordinance changes for drive-thrus and outdoor eating
• Review of the October 17, 2022, regular Council meeting agenda
• Acknowledgment of minutes from various advisory boards

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed zoning changes for an industrial development near East Inverness Avenue and a carwash on South Crismon Road. Staff recommended continuing these items to the October 26 meeting.

• Rezoning of 50± acres at E. Inverness Ave and S. Sunview for industrial use
• Site Plan Review and Special Use Permit for a carwash on S. Crismon Road
• Preliminary Plat for the Baseline Logistics Park

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 5-0 to continue all three substantive items on the agenda to the October 26 meeting: a rezoning and preliminary plat for the Baseline Logistics Park industrial development, and a site plan review and special use permit for a carwash. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, was also approved 5-0. No final decisions were made on any zoning or plat applications.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from Sept. 28 study session and regular meeting (5-0)
• Continued ZON22-00263 (rezoning for industrial development at 5600-5800 blocks E. Inverness Ave. and S. Sunview) to Oct. 26 (5-0)
• Continued ZON22-00732 (site plan review and special use permit for carwash at 1400 block S. Crismon Rd.) to Oct. 26 (5-0)
• Continued Baseline Logistics Park preliminary plat (companion to ZON22-00263) to Oct. 26 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session includes a review of items for the October 12, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The agenda also features Planning Director's Updates, though no board action will be taken on those specific items.

• Review of items for the October 12, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's Updates

Design Review Board

The Board will conduct a design review for an 84-acre water treatment facility expansion near East Elliot Road and South Signal Butte Road. The meeting also includes preliminary discussions regarding two industrial developments and one self-storage facility.

• Design Review for water treatment facility expansion (approx. 84 acres) at E Elliot Rd and S Signal Butte Rd
• Preliminary Design Review for industrial development (approx. 5 acres) on South Mountain Road
• Preliminary Design Review for industrial development (approx. 17.7 acres) at E McDowell Rd and N Greenfield Rd
• Preliminary Design Review for a self-storage facility (approx. 1.3 acres) near W Broadway Road

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a discussion of items listed on the October 5, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. The provided agenda consists of procedural items for the session.

• Staff update
• Review of Public Hearing agenda items

The Board of Adjustment held a study session to review items on the public hearing agenda for October 5, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only. The board adjourned with a 4-0 vote, with three members absent.

• Adjourned study session (4-0)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Board of Adjustment met to consider several zoning cases, including special use permits for industrial sign plans and residential variances. Some items were recommended for approval with conditions, while others were withdrawn or continued to November 2, 2022.

• Special Use Permit for a Comprehensive Sign Plan at 3327 South Sossaman Road
• Special Use Permit for a Comprehensive Sign Plan near East Elliot Road and East Peterson Avenue
• Special Use Permit for detached structures at 2457 North Stapley Drive
• Variance for a garage addition setback at 6536 East Delmon Drive (continued to November 2, 2022)
• Variance for a carport encroachment at 1132 East Glencove Street

The Board of Adjustment approved four zoning requests: a special-use permit for a sign plan at 3327 Sossaman Road, a variance for accessory structures at 2457 Stapley Drive, a variance for a carport encroachment at 1132 Glencove Street, and a variance for an accessory dwelling unit at 755 East 1st Street (withdrawn). One case, a front-yard setback variance at 6536 Del Drive, was continued to November 2, 2022. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved (4-0) variance for accessory dwelling unit at 755 East 1st Street (withdrawn by applicant)
• Approved (4-0) special-use permit for sign plan at 3327 Sossaman Road
• Approved (4-0) variance for accessory structures at 2457 Stapley Drive
• Approved (4-0) variance for carport encroachment at 1132 Glencove Street
• Continued to November 2, 2022 (4-0) front-yard setback variance at 6536 Del Drive

City Council Study Session

The council will review agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting and acknowledge minutes from the June 8, 2022 Education and Workforce Development Roundtable. The session also includes a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by members.

• Review of October 3, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda items
• Acknowledgment of June 8, 2022 Education and Workforce Development Roundtable minutes
• Summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by council members

City Council

The Mesa City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including various liquor license applications. The council will also consider multiple contracts for city services such as fuel delivery, park maintenance, and vehicle repairs.

• Ratification of a $2,100,000 contract for gasoline and diesel fuel deliveries
• A $417,000 annual contract for custodial services at parks and sports field facilities
• A $700,000 annual contract for automotive body shop repair services
• Purchase of a heavy-duty dump truck for $288,917.60
• Increase in the CCTV and security equipment contract limit by $250,000

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review several proposed amendments to the Mesa City Code during this study session. Discussions include new licensing requirements for short-term rentals and updates to noise and fireworks ordinances. The council will also receive an update on electric vehicle initiatives.

• Proposed regulations and licensing for short-term rentals (22-1212)
• Amendments to noise regulations in the City Code (22-1246)
• Amendments to fireworks regulations in the City Code (22-1247)
• Update on electric vehicle initiatives (22-1244)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several zoning changes and site plan reviews across various districts. These include requests for car wash expansions, industrial development, and new residential complexes. Some items are scheduled to be continued to a later meeting.

• Rezoning 125± acres at E. Williams Field Road and S. Signal Butte Road for an auto mall and commercial use
• Rezone request for a multiple residence development near W. University Drive
• Site plan review to expand an existing car wash at E. McKellips Road and N. Lindsay Road
• Rezoning 15± acres at S. 48th Street and E. Hampton Avenue for multiple residence development
• Preliminary plat for "Baseline Logistics Park" at E. Inverness Avenue and S. Sunview

The Planning and Zoning Board approved several zoning cases and site plans, including a rezone for a multiple-residence development on University Drive and an industrial development near Higley and Baseline. Two items were continued to the October 12 meeting. All votes were unanimous except one recusal.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved site plan for car wash expansion at 2800 block E McKellips Rd (7-0)
• Approved rezone to RM-4-PAD for multiple-residence development at 600 block W University Dr (7-0)
• Continued ZON22-00263 (industrial rezone) to October 12, 2022
• Approved rezone for auto mall/commercial/residential at 10600-11000 block E Williams Field Rd (7-0)
• Approved site plan for multiple-residence development at 700 block W 8th Pl (7-0)
• Continued ZON22-00732 (car wash special use permit) to October 12, 2022
• Approved rezone to RM-3-PAD for multiple-residence development at 1200-1300 block S 48th St (6-0, Pitcher recused)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will review agenda items for the September 28, 2022 regular hearing. The session also includes updates from the Planning Director. No board action or discussion will be taken on the updated items.

• Review of items for the September 28, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing
• Planning Director's Updates (no board action or discussion)

The Planning and Zoning Board met for a study session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. The board received a Planning Director's update but took no action on any items. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 7-0 vote.

• Approved adjournment (7-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The board is holding a special meeting retreat to review its role, duties, and program goals. Presentations will cover historic registers and a comparison with the Phoenix preservation program. Members will also set 2022-2023 goals regarding post-war neighborhoods and WPA projects. No legal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation on board roles and duties
• Discussion of National Register and Mesa Historic Property Register
• Comparison of Mesa and Phoenix preservation programs
• Review of staff work plan and design guidelines
• Goal setting for post-war neighborhoods and WPA projects

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board held a special retreat meeting to discuss the role of the board, historic properties, and community outreach goals. No legal actions were taken, and no votes were recorded.

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review a presentation on the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Comprehensive Master Plan. The Council will also discuss the budget and next steps for the new Southeast Mesa Library.

• Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Comprehensive Master Plan presentation
• Southeast Mesa Library design, budget, and next steps discussion

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review agenda items for the September 19, 2022, regular meeting. The session includes acknowledging minutes from the July 13, 2022, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting. Members will also receive a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended.

• Review of items for the September 19, 2022, regular Council meeting
• Acknowledgment of July 13, 2022, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes
• Summary of recent meetings and conferences attended

City Council

The Mesa City Council is considering several infrastructure agreements and federal grant funds. The agenda includes project agreements for road improvements on Elliot Road and Ellsworth Road, as well as a $5.5 million rental assistance grant. The council will also review various zoning requests and a notice regarding utility rate adjustments.

• $5.5 million ERA1 grant for rental and utility assistance
• Project agreements for Elliot Road and Ellsworth Road improvements
• Notice of intention to adjust city utility rates
• Contract increase for Fleet Services equipment lifts
• Site plan reviews for industrial and residential developments

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review the agenda for the September 19, 2022 regular meeting. Members will hear a presentation on the Utility Enterprise Fund forecast to provide direction on proposed utility rate adjustments. The session also includes acknowledging minutes from several advisory boards.

• Proposed utility rate adjustments
• Review of September 19, 2022 regular meeting agenda
• Economic Development Advisory Board minutes
• Housing and Community Development Advisory Board minutes
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several rezoning cases and preliminary plats. Proposed projects include industrial developments, a public safety facility, and residential subdivisions. Staff recommendations for these items range from approval to denial or continuation.

• Rezone for boat and RV storage on North Higley Road (11± acres)
• Rezoning of 8± acres on North Power Road for a public safety facility
• Industrial development site plan review for 44± acres on East Elliot Road
• Expansion of mini-storage facility on South Sossaman Road (20± acres)
• Preliminary plat for "Grove on Main" at South Mesa Drive (4.6+ acres)

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board approved 10 zoning cases and 2 preliminary plats, continued 3 items to a later meeting, and saw a tie vote on a rezoning for a multiple residence development. The board also approved the consent agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. All votes were 6-0 except for item 4-e, which tied 3-3, and Vice Chair Ayers was absent.

• Approved consent agenda and August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0).
• Approved site plan review for industrial development at 8100-8200 E Germann Road (6-0).
• Approved site plan review for industrial development at 9800-10000 E Elliot Road (6-0).
• Approved rezone to Light Industrial with PAD for boat/RV storage at 3600-3800 N Higley Road (6-0).
• Approved rezone to LI-PAD-BIZ for industrial development at 8900 E Pecos Road (6-0).
• Continued rezone to RM-4-PAD for multiple residence at 600 W University Drive to September 28, 2022 (6-0).
• Continued rezone to PEP-PAD and LI-PAD for industrial development at 5600-5800 E Inverness Avenue to September 28, 2022 (6-0).
• Tie vote (3-3) on rezone to RM-5-PAD for multiple residence at 5700-5900 E Baseline Road; item not approved.

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session includes a review of items for the September 14, 2022 regular hearing. The meeting also features Planning Director's updates, though no board action will be taken on those items.

• Review of items for the September 14, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's Updates

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session to review items on the agenda for the upcoming regular hearing. The board received Planning Director's Updates but was informed these items were not for discussion and no action would be taken. The meeting was adjourned with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved adjournment (Vote 6-0; Vice Chair Ayers absent)

Design Review Board

The board will take action on design reviews for a government office and a public safety facility. Members will also provide direction on preliminary designs for several industrial, residential, and storage projects.

• Design review for a government office at East Main Street and North Center Street
• Design review for a public safety facility on North Power Road
• Preliminary design for boat and RV storage at North Higley Road and East Thomas Road
• Preliminary design for a restaurant on South Stapley Drive
• Preliminary design for industrial developments on East Germann Road and East Pecos Road

City Council

The Mesa City Council will consider several liquor license applications and intergovernmental agreements for fire vehicle maintenance. The council will also review rezoning requests for residential and mixed-use developments. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposed speed limit change on 1st Street.

• Purchase of six emergency response vehicles for $2,225,565
• Purchase of one light-duty rescue/medical unit for $268,333.83
• Rezoning request for a multiple residence development near East Main Street and South 70th Street
• Speed limit reduction from 30 mph to 25 mph on 1st Street between Mesa Drive and Country Club Drive
• Acceptance of a $121,712 HUD grant for rental assistance

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. The session includes presentations regarding updates to the City's Personnel Rules and the 2023 Employee Benefits and Wellness Programs. Discussions will also cover employee recruitment and retention incentives.

• Overview of changes to the City's Personnel Rules (22-1136)
• Update on 2023 Employee Benefits and Wellness Programs (22-1135)
• Discussion of employee recruitment and retention incentives

Mesa Housing Services Governing Board

The board will consider a resolution regarding intergovernmental agreements with the Town of Gilbert and Maricopa County to allow VASH voucher participants to lease units in those areas. The meeting also includes updates on housing programs and the Emergency Rental/Utility Assistance Program.

• Resolution for VASH voucher use in Gilbert and Maricopa County Islands (22-0965)
• Action on Housing Family Self-Sufficiency Program and Action Plan (22-1156)
• Updates on housing vouchers and the Housing Solution Program (22-1145)
• Discussion of Emergency Rental/Utility Assistance Program (22-1155)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for the upcoming September 12 regular meeting. The session includes a discussion on dedicating honorary street signs for Martin Luther King Jr. Street and Calle Cesar Chavez. The council will also acknowledge minutes from various boards and committees.

• Dedication of Martin Luther King Jr. Street and Calle Cesar Chavez honorary signs
• Review of the September 12, 2022, regular Council meeting agenda
• Acknowledgment of Human Relations Advisory Board minutes
• Verification of insurance licenses for Self-Insurance Trust Fund administrators

Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee

The Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee will review the Utility Enterprise Fund forecast. The committee is scheduled to discuss and provide a recommendation on proposed utility rate adjustments.

• Presentation and discussion regarding the Utility Enterprise Fund forecast and proposed utility rate adjustments (Item 22-1137)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment will review several zoning and permit applications during its public hearing. These include requests for a wireless communication facility height increase and a carwash expansion. Most items are on the consent agenda for group approval.

• Wireless communication facility height increase at 8946 East Germann Road
• Carwash expansion at 2831 East McKellips Road
• Development deviations at 727 West 8th Place
• Accessory dwelling unit size variance at 755 East 1st St
• Commercial structure enlargement at 325 N Alma School

The Board of Adjustment approved four items on the consent agenda, including a special use permit for a wireless communication facility at 8946 East Germann Road and a variance for a carwash expansion at 2831 East McKellips Road. Two cases were continued to October 5, 2022: a variance for an accessory dwelling unit at 755 East 1st Street and a comprehensive sign plan for an industrial development along Elliot Road. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved special use permit for wireless facility at 8946 East Germann Road (6-0)
• Approved variance and permits for carwash expansion at 2831 East McKellips Road (6-0)
• Approved development incentive permit for multiple residence at 727 West 8th Place (6-0)
• Approved substantial conformance permit for commercial structure at 325 North Alma School (6-0)
• Continued accessory dwelling unit variance at 755 East 1st Street to October 5, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued comprehensive sign plan for industrial development along Elliot Road to October 5, 2022 (6-0)

Board of Adjustment Study Session

The Board of Adjustment will receive a staff update and review items listed on the Public Hearing agenda for September 7, 2022. This study session agenda does not detail specific projects or ordinances.

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on September 7, 2022, to review and discuss items on the Public Hearing agenda for that date. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned with minutes approved (6-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for the August 29, 2022 regular Council meeting. Members will also discuss recent meetings and conferences attended. The session includes scheduling future meetings.

• Review of August 29, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Summary of current events and conferences
• Scheduling of upcoming meetings

City Council

The City Council is considering several infrastructure contracts, including a manhole rehabilitation project and building maintenance services. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning requests for residential and industrial developments.

• $2,410,045 contract for wastewater manhole rehabilitation
• $188,000 purchase of a full body scanner for the Police Department
• Increase of sewer cleaning contract to $1,000,000 annually
• Up to $3,750,000 annual contract for building maintenance services
• Rezoning 9+ acres from agriculture to light industrial on East Pecos Road

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for the upcoming August 29 regular meeting and consider appointments to various advisory boards. The council will also acknowledge minutes from the Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee.

• Appointments to Economic Development, Education and Workforce Development, Museum & Cultural, Parks & Recreation, and Planning and Zoning boards
• Review of items for the August 29, 2022 regular Council meeting
• Receipt of June 30, 2022 Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee minutes

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board met to consider several zoning cases and preliminary plats. The agenda included requests for multiple residence developments, industrial warehouses, and a restaurant. Some items were recommended for approval with conditions, while others were recommended to continue to a future meeting.

• Site Plan Review for a multiple residence development on 13+ acres near South Hawes Road
• Rezone request for 4.5± acres on East Main Street for a multiple residence development
• Site Plan Modification for a restaurant at 1600 block of South Stapley Drive
• Site Plan Review for an industrial warehouse and office development on 38± acres near East Germann Road
• Preliminary Plat for "Hampton Townhomes" involving 2+ acres near East Hampton Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases by 5-0 votes, with one member absent. Decisions included multiple residential, industrial, and commercial developments, as well as two preliminary plats. Several items were continued to the September 14 meeting per staff recommendation.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for multi-residence at 3700-3900 S Hawes Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezone to RM-3U-PAD for multi-residence at 6100 E Main St (5-0)
• Approved rezone to LI-PAD-BIZ for industrial at 8900 E Pecos Rd (5-0, continued to Sept 14)
• Approved rezone to RM-4-PAD for multi-residence at 600 W University Dr (5-0, continued to Sept 14)
• Approved site plan modification for restaurant at 1600 S Stapley Dr (5-0)
• Approved rezone to PEP-PAD and LI-PAD for industrial at 5600-5800 E Inverness Ave (5-0, continued to Sept 14)
• Approved rezone to RM-3-PAD for townhomes at 10500 E Hampton Ave (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only. The board adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned study session (5-0)

City Council

The Mesa City Council will review several contract increases for painting services and IT equipment. The meeting also includes decisions on new liquor licenses for local businesses and an emergency purchase for park cleaning services. Additionally, the council will appoint a new City Magistrate.

• $750,000 increase to the annual dollar-limit for city-wide painting services
• $128,037 emergency purchase for park and sports field cleaning
• $108,500 purchase of DNA interpretation software for Police Department
• New liquor license applications for Cholulas Hibachi Grill and Point 22 Tavern
• $70,000 contract for LED lighting upgrades at Mesa Arts Center

City Council Study Session

This study session consists of procedural items, including a review of the August 22, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda. Council members will also receive a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended.

• Review of August 22, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Summary of recent meetings and conferences attended
• Scheduling of future meetings

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review and discuss items for the upcoming August 22, 2022, regular meeting. The session also includes acknowledging minutes from several advisory boards.

• Review of August 22, 2022, regular Council meeting agenda
• Approval of previous Executive Session minutes (22-1098)
• Receipt of Public Safety Committee minutes (22-0996)
• Receipt of Museum & Cultural Advisory Board minutes (22-0999)
• Receipt of Economic Development and Transportation Advisory Board minutes

Design Review Board

The Mesa Design Review Board will vote on an industrial development project in District 6. The board will also discuss preliminary designs for a government office, a public safety facility, and several residential and industrial projects.

• Site Plan Review for industrial development near Pecos Road and 89th Place
• Preliminary Design Review for a government office at East Main Street and North Center Street
• Preliminary Design Review for a public safety facility on North Power Road
• Preliminary Design Review for multiple residence developments on East Main Street and South Hawes Road
• Preliminary Design Review for industrial warehouse and office development on East Germann Road

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a review of items listed on the August 3, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. No specific projects or ordinances are detailed in this document.

• Review of items from the August 3, 2022, Public Hearing agenda

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on August 3, 2022, and reviewed items on the Public Hearing agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was approving the meeting minutes (7-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and voted on nine items, all on the consent agenda. Eight items were approved unanimously (7-0), including special use permits, a comprehensive sign plan, a substantial conformance improvement permit, a variance for a carport, a planned area development modification, and a variance for Red Mountain Park improvements. One item, a variance for an existing shop at 740 North Orange Circle, was denied (7-0) while the carport portion was approved. The board also re-elected its chair and vice chair and approved the July 6, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Re-elected Alexis Wagner as Chair and Nicole Lynam as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved July 6, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved SUP for enlargement of nonconforming structure at 1144 East Nielson Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Sign Plan for office building at 424 West Rio Salado Parkway (7-0)
• Approved SCIP for redevelopment of place of worship at 4151 East Pueblo Avenue (7-0)
• Denied variance for existing shop, approved variance for carport at 740 North Orange Circle (7-0)
• Approved SUP and variance for detached accessory building at 8747 East Winnston Circle (7-0)
• Approved PAD modification for garage addition at 1235 North Sunnyvale Drive #52 (7-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve the minutes from the June 7, 2022, meeting. Members will also discuss selecting a date, time, location, and topics for the 2022 board retreat. Other agenda items include officer updates and member reports that do not require board action.

• Approval of June 7, 2022, meeting minutes (HP 22-009)
• Selection of date, time, location, and topics for the 2022 board retreat

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from its June 7, 2022 meeting and scheduled its 2022 retreat for September 24 at 9 am. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural items and updates.

• Approved June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0; Babos abstained, Skogebo absent)
• Approved Historic Preservation Board Retreat for Sept. 24, 2022 at 9 am (5-0; Skogebo absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session includes a review of items for the July 27, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The agenda also contains updates from the Planning Director, though no board action or discussion will be taken on those specific updates.

• Review of items for the July 27, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing
• Planning Director's Updates (no board action or discussion)

The Planning and Zoning Board met for a study session on July 27, 2022, to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing and receive planning director updates. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote to approve the minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0; Boardmember Sarkissian absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing site plan requests for several developments, including a hospital on Ellsworth Road and a police evidence storage facility. The board will also make recommendations to the City Council regarding various rezoning cases.

• Site plan review for a hospital on Ellsworth Road
• Site plan review for a police evidence storage facility near North Robson
• Rezoning request for multiple residence development on East McDowell Road
• Expansion of Monterey Park to include an express library
• Site plan review for a coffee shop with a drive-thru on South Mesa Drive

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases, including a hospital, a police evidence storage facility, and multiple residential and industrial developments. One rezoning case (ZON22-00263) and its companion preliminary plat were continued to the August 24 meeting. All votes were unanimous except for the hospital case, which passed 4-0 with one recusal.

• Approved site plan for coffee shop with drive-thru at 1800 block S. Mesa Drive (5-0)
• Approved site plan for multiple residence development at 100 block W. 2nd Ave (5-0)
• Approved site plan for industrial building at 5000 block S. 71st St (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Monterey Park expansion with express library (5-0)
• Approved site plan for hospital at 3200 block S. Ellsworth Rd (4-0, one recusal)
• Approved site plan for Police Evidence Storage Facility at 100 block N. Robson (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for multiple residence development at 2200 block E. McDowell Rd (5-0)
• Continued rezoning for industrial development at 5600 block E. Inverness Ave to Aug 24 (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a study session to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review items for the July 13, 2022 regular hearing. Planning Director updates will be provided for information only, with no board discussion or action scheduled.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Review of items for the July 13, 2022 regular hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session with no substantive decisions. Boardmember Allen nominated Boardmember Crockett as Chair, and Boardmember Pitcher seconded the motion. Boardmember Allen also nominated Boardmember Ayers as Vice Chair, with Boardmember Peterson seconding. The meeting adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Nominated Boardmember Crockett as Chair (motion seconded)
• Nominated Boardmember Ayers as Vice Chair (motion seconded)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several land use applications, including site plans for industrial developments near East Elliot Road and South Crismon Road. The board will also consider rezoning requests for a dog training facility and a preliminary plat for a housing project.

• Site plan review for a 60± acre industrial development near East Elliot Road
• Building expansion for an existing industrial development at South Dobson Road and West Broadway Road
• Rezone request for a dog training and boarding facility on North Power Road
• Site plan review for a 63± acre industrial development near South Crismon Road
• Preliminary plat for a 3.76± acre project at West 1st Avenue and South Macdonald

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases, including an industrial development on Elliot Road, a building expansion on Dobson Road, a rezoning for a dog training facility on Power Road, and an industrial development on Crismon Road. The board also continued a rezoning request for a residential development on Main Street to the August 24, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 22, 2022 study session and regular meeting (7-0)
• Approved site plan review for industrial development on Elliot Road (6-0)
• Approved site plan modification and special use permit for building expansion on Dobson Road (7-0)
• Continued rezoning for residential development on Main Street to August 24, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning and special use permit for dog training facility on Power Road (7-0)
• Approved site plan review and special use permit for industrial development on Crismon Road (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for residential development on West 1st Avenue (7-0)

Design Review Board

The board will elect its Chair and Vice Chair. Members will take action on design reviews for a new police evidence storage facility and an expansion of Monterey Park. The board will also discuss preliminary designs for several residential, industrial, and commercial developments.

• New Police Evidence Storage Facility near North Robson and West 2nd Street
• Expansion to Monterey Park including a proposed Express Library
• Commercial warehouse and office development in the 7200 block of South Atwood
• Four-story hotel development in the 1700 block of South Crismon Road
• Preliminary design for a coffee shop with a drive-thru on South Mesa Drive

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss using Coronavirus recovery funds to negotiate the purchase of a hotel for the 'Off the Streets' emergency housing program. The session also includes discussions on proposed changes to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance and the FY 2022/23 Audit Plan.

• Negotiating the purchase of a hotel at 6347 East Southern Avenue using Coronavirus recovery funds
• Proposed Mesa Zoning Ordinance changes regarding drive-thru facilities and outdoor eating areas
• Review of the proposed Audit Plan for FY 2022/23
• Discussion on nominating a candidate for City Magistrate

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several liquor license applications and various municipal contracts. These include upgrades to transportation data storage, police equipment, and waste management vehicles. Most items are presented on the consent agenda for group approval.

• $1,932,684.54 purchase of CNG-powered refuse trucks for Environmental Management and Sustainability
• $165,000 annual contract for binocular night vision devices for the Mesa Police SWAT Team
• $565,656.74 purchase of two CNG-powered construction dump trucks for the Energy Resources Department
• $96,168 annual contract for high availability data storage for the Transportation Department
• New liquor and beer/wine license applications for several local businesses

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session consists of procedural items and a review of the July 6, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. The meeting also includes a staff update.

• Staff update
• Review of July 6, 2022, Public Hearing agenda items

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on July 6, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned with a 6-0 vote to approve the minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0; Boardmember Jones absent)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment met to consider various zoning and use permit applications. These items included business conversions, sign plans, and residential structure modifications. Staff recommendations ranged from approval with conditions to denial or continuation to a later date.

• Conversion of a bank with drive-thru into a restaurant at 1054 East Southern Avenue
• Conversion of a school into a place of worship at 3939 East University Drive
• Comprehensive Sign Plan for a place of worship at 2130 East University Drive
• Height exception request for a hotel in the 1700 block of South Crismon Road
• Variance to convert a carport into livable area at 2953 East Dolphin Avenue

The Board of Adjustment approved 12 of 16 consent agenda items, including special use permits, variances, and a substantial conformance permit, all by 6-0 votes with Boardmember Jones absent. Four items were continued to August 3, 2022, including a variance for a shop and carport at 740 North Orange Circle and a modification for a garage at 1235 North Sunnyvale Drive. The board also approved the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from June 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved SUP for comprehensive sign plan at 2130 East University Drive (6-0)
• Continued SUP for enlargement at 1144 East Nielson Avenue to Aug 3
• Approved SCIP for bank-to-restaurant conversion at 1054 East Southern Avenue (6-0)
• Approved SUP for enlargement at 1117 West Heather Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance for carport conversion at 2953 East Dolphin Avenue (6-0)
• Approved SUP for sign plan at 10436 East Elliot Road (6-0)
• Continued variance for shop/carport encroachment at 740 North Orange Circle to Aug 3

City Council

The City Council is considering several contracts for public safety, water utilities, and road improvements. Items include agreements for police equipment, fiber network expansion, and utility maintenance. The council will also review a liquor license application for LA Crab Shack.

• Five-year contract with CoreCivic for private jailing services starting at $4,800,000 in Year 1
• $648,561 pre-construction contract for Ellsworth Road and Gateway Boulevard improvements
• $267,783.57 purchase of an aerial bucket truck for the Transportation Department
• $1,446,141.10 total for Phase 2 of the fiber network expansion project
• New liquor license application for LA Crab Shack at 1948 West Broadway Road

City Council Study Session

The Council will discuss the proposed Audit Plan for FY 2022/23. They will also review a request from A New Leaf to transfer ownership of two residential properties purchased with Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Proposed Audit Plan for FY 2022/23
• Transfer of City-owned properties to Mesa non-profits
• A New Leaf request regarding a property near Main Street and Mesa Drive
• A New Leaf request regarding 217 West University Drive

Cadence Community Facilities District Board

The board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy for the Cadence Community Facilities District. Following the hearing, the board will consider resolutions to approve the final budget and levy taxes on property within the district.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy
• Resolution 22-0662: Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Final Budget
• Resolution 22-0145: Levying taxes on property within the district for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting

Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 1 Board

The board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy for Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 1. Following the hearing, the board will take action on resolutions to approve the final budget and set the property tax levy for the district.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy
• Resolution 22-0668: Approval of FY 2022-23 Final Budget
• Resolution 22-0144: Property tax levy for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023

Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 2 Board

The board will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy for Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 2. The meeting also includes actions to approve the final budget and set the property tax levy for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-23 Budget and Tax Levy
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Final Budget (Resolution 22-0671)
• Property tax levy for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023 (Resolution 22-0146)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review agenda items for the July 5, 2022, regular meeting. The session includes a presentation and discussion regarding updates to the Mesa Climate Action Plan 2.0. Additionally, the Council will consider appointments to several advisory and pension boards.

• Update to the Mesa Climate Action Plan 2.0 (Item 22-0876)
• Appointments to the Library Advisory Board, Fire Department Pension Board, Police Department Pension Board, and Merit System Board (Item 22-0883)

Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee

The committee will hear presentations and discuss several city audits, including Falcon Field Leases and credit card security. Members will also consider a recommendation for the proposed Audit Plan for FY 2022/23.

• Presentation of audits regarding Falcon Field Leases and Citywide Cash Handling
• Annual Credit Card Security Review presentation
• Transient Lodging Tax Follow-up Review discussion
• Recommendation on the proposed Audit Plan for FY 2022/23

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The board will review agenda items for the regular June 22, 2022, hearing. The session also includes updates from the Planning Director that are not subject to board discussion or action.

• Review of items for the June 22, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's Updates

The Planning and Zoning Board met for a study session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, covering agenda review and a planning director's update. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned study session (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several zoning cases and preliminary plats. These include requests for an industrial development near South Hawes Road and multiple residence projects on East Williams Field Road and East Main Street. The board will also consider a restaurant development on East University Drive.

• Rezoning 34± acres near South Hawes Road for industrial development
• Special Use Permit for a multiple residence project on East Williams Field Road
• Rezoning 4.5± acres on East Main Street for multiple residence development
• Rezoning 4± acres on East University Drive for a restaurant with drive-thru
• Preliminary Plat for the 'Hawes Commerce Center'

The Planning and Zoning Board approved several zoning requests, including a special use permit for a Toll Brothers apartment project and multiple rezones for residential and commercial developments. One rezone request was continued to July 13, 2022. All votes were 5-0 except the continued item, which was 4-1.

• Approved special use permit for Toll Brothers apartment project on Williams Field Road (5-0)
• Approved rezone for Hawes Commerce Center industrial development with additional stipulations (5-0)
• Continued rezone for Valencia Heights residential project on Main Street to July 13, 2022 (4-1)
• Approved rezone for Avalon Crossing single-residence development (5-0)
• Approved rezone for restaurant with drive-thru on University Drive (5-0)
• Approved major modification to Avalon Crossing Development Unit Plan 2 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Avalon Crossing (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Hawes Commerce Center with revised conditions (5-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss items on the agenda for the June 20, 2022 regular meeting. The session also includes taking action on appointments to various boards and committees.

• Appointments to various boards and committees (22-0839)
• Review of the June 20, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda

City Council

The Mesa City Council is considering several large-scale service contracts for the city's transportation and water departments. Items include pavement preservation services, pipeline pre-construction, and roadway improvements on Alma School Road. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and magistrate reappointments.

• $12,000,000 annual contract for Pavement Preservation Services
• $2,932,147.09 pre-construction services for the Central Mesa Reuse Pipeline
• Up to $2,000,000 for Alma School Road Arterial Reconstruct improvements
• New liquor license applications for Hawk’s Nest and El Herradero Carniceria Y Restaurante
• $51,575.04 contract for stage curtain replacements at the Mesa Arts Center

Cadence Community Facilities District Board

The Cadence Community Facilities District Board will review the tentative Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes setting a June 30, 2022, date for a public hearing on the final budget and tax levy.

• Approval of September 30, 2021, meeting minutes
• Action on tentative FY2022-2023 Cadence Community Facilities District budget
• Setting June 30, 2022, as the public hearing date for the final budget and tax levy

Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 1 Board

The Board will take action on the tentative FY2022-2023 budget for Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 1. The meeting also includes setting June 30, 2022, as the date for a public hearing regarding the final budget and tax levy.

• Approval of November 18, 2021, meeting minutes
• Action on the FY2022-2023 tentative budget
• Setting June 30, 2022, as the public hearing date for the final budget and tax levy

Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 2 Board

The Board will consider the tentative FY2022-2023 budget for Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 2. The meeting includes setting June 30, 2022, as the date for a public hearing regarding the final budget and tax levy.

• Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting
• Action on the tentative FY2022-2023 Eastmark Community Facilities District No. 2 budget
• Setting June 30, 2022, as the date for a public hearing and action on the final budget and tax levy

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss updates to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund allocations and proposed disbursements. The session includes discussions on cybersecurity investments and a downtown district revitalization project using ARPA funds. Additionally, the council will review fireworks enforcement and upcoming state law changes.

• Update on American Rescue Plan Act fund allocations and disbursements
• SCADA and Enterprise Cybersecurity investments using ARPA funds
• Proposed downtown district revitalization project using ARPA funds
• Discussion on fireworks use, sale, possession, and enforcement efforts

Design Review Board

The Mesa Design Review Board will review several development proposals, including a new hospital and a police evidence storage facility. Other items include industrial developments, self-storage facilities, and restaurant drive-thrus.

• Hospital review at South Ellsworth Road and East Peterson Avenue
• New Police Evidence Storage Facility at North Robson and West 2nd Street
• Industrial development near South Hawes Road and East Germann Road
• Self-storage facility with RV and boat storage on North Val Vista Drive
• Monterly Park expansion including a proposed Express Library

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session focuses on procedural items and updates. The board will review items for the June 8, 2022 regular hearing and elect a presiding officer for the June 22, 2022 session. The Planning Director will also provide updates that do not require Board action.

• Election of a presiding officer for the June 22, 2022 study session
• Review of items for the June 8, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's updates

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session to review agenda items for the June 8 regular hearing and elected a board member to preside over the June 22 study session and public hearing. The Planning Director provided updates, but no board action was taken on those items. The meeting minutes were approved with a 5-0 vote.

• Elected a board member to serve as presiding officer for June 22 study session and public hearing
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0; Chair Sarkissian and Boardmember Boyle absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and most zoning cases, including site plans for residential and industrial developments, a rezoning for a mini-storage facility, and updates to Falcon Field design guidelines. Two cases related to Avalon Crossing were continued to the June 22 meeting. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 21-acre multi-residence development on Val Vista Drive (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 65.3-acre industrial development on Signal Butte Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to RM-4-PAD for 0.8-acre multi-residence on West Holmes Avenue (5-0)
• Continued Avalon Crossing community plan modification to June 22 (5-0)
• Approved site plan and special use permit for industrial development on Crismon Road (5-0)
• Approved Falcon Field Design Guidelines update (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to RS-15-PAD for Geneva Villas (5-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will hear a presentation from the Mesa Preservation Foundation regarding a proposed neon sign park. Members will also discuss selecting a date for a board retreat and review minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.

• Presentation on a proposed “Mesa’s Neon Neighborhood” neon sign park
• Approval of May 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Selection of a date for the Historic Preservation Board retreat

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting and adjourned. Board members heard a presentation on a proposed neon sign park called 'Mesa's Neon Neighborhood' from the Mesa Preservation Foundation, but took no action on it. They also discussed possible dates for a board retreat. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from May 3, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council Study Session

This study session consists of procedural items and reviews of upcoming meeting agendas. Council members will also receive a summary of current events and attended conferences.

• Review of June 6, 2022, regular and special council meeting agendas
• Summary of current events and attended conferences
• Scheduling of meetings

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and Secondary Property Tax Levy. The Council will also consider a resolution to place a question on the November 8, 2022, election ballot regarding the home rule option.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and Secondary Property Tax Levy
• Resolution approving the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Resolution to submit a home rule option question to voters at the November 8, 2022 election

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several liquor license applications and various city service contracts. Proposed actions include expanding ammunition supplies for the Police Department and increasing security guard service funding. Other items involve vehicle replacements and landscape refurbishment services.

• Increase ammunition contract limit by $850,000 to $2,850,000 annually
• Increase security guard services contract by $240,000 to $1,540,000 annually
• Purchase of a mechanical street sweeper for $345,196.83
• Award landscape refurbishment services contract at $1,447,700 annually
• New liquor license applications for Board & Batten and Copper Stop Mini Mart

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for the June 6, 2022 regular and special meetings. The session includes acknowledging minutes from various advisory boards and reviewing a summary of recent conferences attended.

• Review of June 6, 2022 regular and special meeting agendas
• Receipt of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes (March 9, 2022)
• Receipt of Transportation Advisory Board minutes (March 15, 2022)
• Receipt of Library Advisory Board minutes (January 18, 2022)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Board is reviewing multiple requests for land use changes, including residential conversions and industrial expansions. Most items are on the consent agenda for group approval. Some cases were tabled or continued to future meetings.

• Conversion of an office building to a multiple residence development at 733 East University Drive
• Expansion of industrial development near Greenfield Road and McDowell Road
• Request for outdoor seating at a restaurant at 35 North Country Club Drive
• Conversion of a bank with a drive-thru into a restaurant at 1054 East Southern Ave
• Comprehensive sign plan for a commercial center near South Power Road and East Warner Road

The Board of Adjustment approved seven of the nine items on its consent agenda, including special use permits, substantial conformance improvement permits, and variances. One item was tabled and one was withdrawn. The board also approved the minutes from the April 6, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 6, 2022 Study Session and Public Hearing (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Comprehensive Sign Plan at commercial center near Power and Warner Roads (7-0)
• Approved Substantial Conformance Improvement Permit for office-to-residential conversion at 733 E. University Drive (7-0)
• Tabled Special Use Permit for church sign plan at 2130 E. University Drive
• Approved Substantial Conformance Improvement Permit for industrial expansion near Greenfield and McDowell Roads (7-0)
• Approved Substantial Conformance Improvement Permit for outdoor seating at 35 N. Country Club Drive (7-0)
• Approved variances for mixed-use development on W. Main Street (6-0; Glover recused)
• Withdrawn variance request for garage addition at 6536 E. Delmon Drive

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a discussion of items listed on the June 1, 2022, Public Hearing agenda.

• Staff update
• Review of items from the June 1, 2022, Public Hearing agenda

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on June 1, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No formal decisions were made during the session; the only action was approving the meeting minutes (7-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The board will review items for the May 25, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The meeting also includes updates from the Planning Director. No Board action or discussion is scheduled for the director's updates.

• Review of items for the May 25, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's updates

The Planning and Zoning Board met for a study session on May 25, 2022, to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, covering the agenda review and Planning Director's updates, and adjourned with a 5-0 vote to approve the minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0; Boyle and Allen absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Board will consider several zoning cases, including site plan modifications for industrial expansions and new industrial developments. Members will also discuss rezoning requests and updates to the Falcon Field Design Guidelines. Some items are scheduled for continued discussion at a future meeting.

• Site plan modification for industrial expansion near N. Oakland and E. Palm Street
• Industrial development site plan review on S. Sossaman Road
• Rezone of 38+ acres on E. Pecos Road to light industrial
• Falcon Field Design Guidelines Update
• Preliminary plat for "CapRock Legacy Logistics"

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items, including minutes and several zoning cases, and made recommendations to the City Council. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent. The board approved site plan modifications for industrial developments, a rezoning to Light Industrial with a PAD overlay, and a preliminary plat for a logistics project, while continuing other items to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 11, 2022 study session and regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved site plan modification for industrial building expansion on North Oakland (5-0)
• Approved site plan review and special use permit for industrial development on South Sossaman Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from AG to LI-PAD and site plan review for industrial development on East Pecos Road (5-0)
• Approved continuation of Falcon Field Design Guidelines Update to June 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved continuation of rezoning from AG to RS-15-PAD on East Brown Road to June 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved continuation of major modification to Avalon Crossing Planned Community District to June 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat 'CapRock Legacy Logistics' on East Pecos Road (5-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations regarding general obligation bond items for the 2022 election, including proposed public safety projects. The session also includes a discussion on the 'Together Mesa' citywide diversity initiative.

• General obligation bond items for the 2022 election
• Proposed public safety projects
• Proposed 'Together Mesa' diversity initiative
• Executive session regarding Randy Sewell v. Nathan Chisler, et al.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the acquisition of interstate natural gas pipeline transmission capacity. This includes participating in a bidding process and authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts upon a successful bid.

• Resolution 22-0726: Authorizing the acquisition of interstate natural gas pipeline transmission capacity through a bidding process

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contracts regarding public infrastructure and safety equipment. Key items include expanding broadband access in underserved areas and increasing funding for the 'Off the Streets' emergency housing program. The meeting also includes consideration of various liquor license applications.

• $3,000,000 annual contract for public Wi-Fi equipment expansion in underserved areas
• $400,000 increase to the 'Off the Streets' emergency housing program budget
• $300,507 purchase of ballistic helmets for the Mesa Police Department
• New liquor license applications for Cork Crush, Tobacco Beer & More, and Tasty Joe’s Asian Diner
• $870,000 purchase of radio equipment for public safety expansion

City Council Study Session

This study session consists of procedural items including a review of the May 16, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda. The council will also receive a summary of current events and conferences attended.

• Review of May 16, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Summary of current events and conferences attended
• Scheduling of meetings

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss a recommendation to declare a Stage One Water Shortage to encourage voluntary water conservation. The session also includes a presentation on the Home Rule option for alternative expenditure limitations. Additionally, the council will acknowledge minutes from several advisory boards.

• Recommendation for a Stage One Water Shortage declaration
• Discussion on the Home Rule option for alternative expenditure limitation
• Human Relations Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Economic Development Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Housing and Community Development Advisory Board meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board will consider several zoning cases and site plan reviews. These include proposed industrial developments on E Warner Road and E Velocity Way, as well as a hotel project near S Power Road. The board will also discuss design guidelines for Falcon Field Airport.

• Rezone of 50 acres on E Warner Road to Light Industrial
• Site plan review for a hotel near S Power Road and E Ray Road
• Proposed industrial development at E Velocity Way and Sossaman Road
• Development of Child Crisis Arizona headquarters on N Country Club Drive
• Design guidelines update for Falcon Field Airport

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases, including site plan reviews, a rezone, a special use permit, and a preliminary plat, all by 5-0 votes. The board also approved the April 27, 2022 meeting minutes. No items were denied or tabled; all recommendations will go to the City Council.

• Approved minutes from April 27, 2022 study session and regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for attached single residence at N Val Vista Dr & E Thomas Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan modification for industrial expansion at N Oakland & E Palm St (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for industrial development at E Velocity Way (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for industrial warehouse at S Power Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan modification for hotel at S Power Rd & E Ray Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezone from AG to LI-PAD and site plan review for industrial at E Warner Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan review and special use permit for industrial at S Crismon Rd & E Germann Rd (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session includes a review of items for the May 11, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The meeting also features updates from the Planning Director, though no board action or discussion is scheduled for those updates.

• Review of items for the May 11, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's Updates (no board action or discussion)

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session on May 11, 2022, to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. The Planning Director's updates were informational only, with no board discussion or action taken. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote to approve the minutes; no substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0; two members absent)

Design Review Board

The board will discuss preliminary designs for various industrial, residential, and commercial projects. Members will also take action on updating the design guidelines for Falcon Field. These reviews include multiple large-scale industrial developments in District 6.

• Falcon Field Design Guidelines Update (575.5 acres)
• Multiple residence development review at East Elliot Road (18.6 acres)
• Child Crisis Arizona headquarters review (2.3 acres)
• Industrial building expansion near North Oakland (3 acres)
• Restaurant with drive-thru review on East University Drive (2+ acres)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations regarding the Downtown Mesa Association's services and proposed assessment rate methodology for Special Improvement District 228. The session also includes discussions on the Library Services Department budget and a summary of the fiscal year 2022/2023 budget.

• Proposed modified assessment rates for Special Improvement District 228
• Library Services Department budget discussion
• Fiscal year 2022/2023 budget summary wrap-up
• Downtown Mesa Association enhanced services and funding

Community and Cultural Development Committee

The committee will discuss transferring City-owned properties to Mesa non-profits, including a request from A New Leaf. Members will also discuss affordable housing incentives and an emergency shelter program for displaced mobile home residents.

• Request by A New Leaf to transfer residential properties, including 217 West University Drive
• Discussion on using overlay zones and GPLET to incentivize affordable housing
• Proposed emergency temporary shelter program for displaced mobile home residents
• Transfer of City-owned properties purchased with Community Development Block Grant funds

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will discuss a proposed development on approximately 27 acres at the southwest corner of University Drive and Mesa Drive. Members will also select winners for the 2022 Historical Fiction Essay and Video contest. Additionally, the Board will discuss ways to promote Juneteenth holiday activities.

• Proposed development on approximately 27 acres near University Drive and Mesa Drive
• Selection of winners for the 2022 Historical Fiction Essay and Video contest
• Discussion on promoting Juneteenth holiday activities
• Approval of April 5, 2022, meeting minutes

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board approved the April 5, 2022 meeting minutes, selected winners of the 2022 Historical Fiction Essay and Video contest, and provided direction for promoting Juneteenth activities. The board also heard a presentation and discussed a proposed development on about 27 acres at University Drive and Mesa Drive, but took no formal action on it.

• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Selected winners of 2022 Historical Fiction Essay and Video contest (6-0)
• Provided direction for promoting Juneteenth holiday activities (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear a presentation and provide direction regarding the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department budget, including special events. The session also includes a review of items for the May 2, 2022 regular Council meeting and a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by council members.

• Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department budget discussion (Item 22-0590)
• Review of agenda items for the May 2, 2022 regular Council meeting

City Council

The Mesa City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and service contracts, including a construction contract for the Monterey Park expansion. The agenda also includes reviews of rezoning requests and proposed amendments to the Mesa City Charter.

• Construction contract for Monterey Park expansion up to $8,872,688.38
• $3.5 million increase to building maintenance services contract for Mesa City Plaza and Dobson Ranch Golf Course
• Rezoning request for industrial development on South Signal Butte Road
• Purchase of new employee onboarding software for $82,899.94
• Proposed amendments to the Mesa City Charter regarding procurement and public safety employee bargaining

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review presentations regarding the Community Services Department budget and the Arts & Culture Department budget. The session also includes a review of the upcoming May 2, 2022, regular meeting agenda.

• Presentation and discussion on Community Services Department budget (22-0587)
• Presentation and discussion on Arts & Culture Department budget (22-0589)
• Review of the May 2, 2022, regular Council meeting agenda
• Acknowledgment of Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee minutes from March 24, 2022

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The board will discuss a proposed development on approximately 27 acres at the southwest corner of University Drive and Mesa Drive. This study session also includes a review of items for the regular April 27, 2022 hearing.

• Proposed development near the southwest corner of University Drive and Mesa Drive
• Review of items for the April 27, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's updates

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session to review and discuss a proposed development on approximately 27 acres at the southwest corner of University Drive and Mesa Drive, formerly known as 'Site 17' or 'Transform 17'. No formal action was taken on the proposal; the board only provided direction. The meeting was adjourned with a 7-0 vote to approve the minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed proposed development at University Drive and Mesa Drive (no action taken)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Board will consider zoning cases for a retail development on East Main Street and a multiple residence development near East Williams Field Road. It will also review site plans for a restaurant at South Stapley Drive and a hotel at South Power Road.

• Retail development and recreation facility at East Main Street and South Norfolk (PZ 22070)
• Multiple residence development near East Williams Field Road and South Crismon Road (PZ 22071)
• Restaurant development site plan review at South Stapley Drive and US 60 (PZ 22063)
• Hotel development site plan modification at South Power Road and East Ray Road (PZ 22069)

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases by 7-0 votes. These included a retail development with a small-scale commercial recreation facility, a multiple residence development, a restaurant site plan, and a hotel site plan modification. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2022 study session and regular meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 13, 2022 study session and regular meeting (7-0)
• Approved site plan review for retail development and small-scale commercial recreation facility at 4000-4200 E Main St (7-0)
• Approved site plan review and special use permit for multiple residence development at 9800 E Williams Field Rd (7-0)
• Approved continuation of restaurant site plan review at 1600 S Stapley Dr to a future meeting (7-0)
• Approved continuation of hotel site plan modification at 4900-5200 S Power Rd to May 11, 2022 (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations regarding citywide fiber optics efforts and an update on the Request for Information. The session also includes a discussion on the Fire and Medical Department budget.

• Update on Citywide fiber optics efforts and RFI status
• Presentation and discussion of the Fire and Medical Department budget
• Summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by council members

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear presentations regarding several city programs. This includes an update on the Mesa Fire and Medical Emergency Transport Program and a recommendation on diversity recruitment for public safety personnel. The committee will also receive an update on the Police Department's response to violent crime.

• Update on Mesa Fire and Medical Emergency Transport Program status
• Recommendation on diversity recruitment efforts for Public Safety personnel
• Police Department update on violent crime response and special project

City Council

The council is considering several contract approvals, including upgrades for data backup to protect against ransomware attacks. Other items involve purchasing equipment for fire, police, and water departments. Most of these items are part of the consent agenda for group approval.

• $650,000 purchase for data backup and storage to improve ransomware protection
• $1,643,000 annual contract for traffic signal maintenance services
• $400,000 audio-visual equipment upgrade for the Police Public Safety Training Facility
• $142,700 purchase of chemical identifiers for Fire and Medical Department use
• Ratification of $30,531.29 in emergency methanol purchases for wastewater treatment

City Council Study Session

The council will discuss a proposed amendment to Section 609 of the City Charter regarding procurement. Members will also review the Environmental Management and Sustainability Department budget and the Mesa Climate Action Plan.

• Proposed amendment to Section 609 of the City Charter related to procurement
• Environmental Management and Sustainability Department budget discussion
• Mesa Climate Action Plan (MCAP) review

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review the agenda for the upcoming April 18 regular meeting. The session includes presentations on the 2022 capital financing plan, utility projects, and budgets for the Water and Energy Resources departments.

• Presentation on the 2022 capital financing plan
• Discussion of utility projects in the Capital Improvement Program
• Direction on the Water Resources Department budget
• Direction on the Energy Resources Department budget
• Acknowledgment of minutes from various advisory boards

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session involves reviewing agenda items for the April 13, 2022, regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing. The meeting also includes updates from the Planning Director, though no board action will be taken on these updates.

• Review of items for the April 13, 2022, regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing
• Planning Director's updates (no board action scheduled)

The Planning and Zoning Board met for a study session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. The meeting was procedural only, with no board action taken on any items. The meeting adjourned after the review.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0; Boardmember Allen absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Board will review site plans for multiple residence developments on West 9th Place and East Elliot Road. They will also discuss a restaurant development on South Stapley Drive.

• Site Plan Review for multiple residence development at West 9th Place (1.2± acres)
• Site Plan Review for multiple residence development on East Elliot Road (18.6± acres)
• Site Plan Review for a restaurant development on South Stapley Drive (1.5+ acres)
• Preliminary plat for "Tyler Ranch for Pioneer Crossing" (41± acres)

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items, including two site plan reviews for multiple residence developments, a continuation for a restaurant site plan, and a preliminary plat for Tyler Ranch at Pioneer Crossing. All votes were 6-0 with Boardmember Allen absent. The board also approved the minutes from the March 23, 2022 meetings.

• Approved minutes from March 23, 2022 study session and regular meeting (6-0)
• Approved site plan review for multiple residence development at 0-200 block W. 9th Place (ZON21-00723) (6-0)
• Approved site plan review for multiple residence development at 7700-7900 block E. Elliot Road (ZON21-00958) (6-0)
• Approved continuation of restaurant site plan at 1600 block S. Stapley Drive (ZON22-00051) to April 27, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Tyler Ranch at Pioneer Crossing, 3700-3800 blocks N. Val Vista Drive, with additional conditions (6-0)

Design Review Board

The board will review preliminary designs for several industrial, retail, and residential projects. The meeting includes a discussion regarding design guideline updates for Falcon Field. The board is also scheduled to take action on an office and warehouse development.

• Falcon Field Design Guidelines Update (±1 square mile)
• Industrial development review near Pecos Road and 89th Place
• Industrial development review on South Sossaman Road
• Retail development review at East Main Street and South Norfolk
• Site plan approval for office and warehouse use on South 89th Place

Sustainability and Transportation Committee

The committee will hear a presentation regarding the Mesa Climate Action Plan. This item includes a review of the Community Action Study to provide direction on the plan.

• Presentation and discussion of the Mesa Climate Action Plan (22-0519)
• Review of the Community Action Study

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear a presentation regarding the Police Department budget and receive direction on a new domestic violence court. The session also includes a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by council members.

• Police Department budget presentation and direction
• Discussion of a new domestic violence court
• Summary of current events, including meetings and conferences attended

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a review of items listed on the April 6, 2022 Public Hearing agenda. No specific projects or cases are detailed in this document.

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on April 6, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after discussion. The minutes were approved unanimously (7-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Board of Adjustment will consider several development requests, including expansion permits for residential areas and new sign plans. One request regarding a church sign plan has been continued to May 4, 2022.

• Expansion permit for multiple residence development at 1500 East Dana Avenue
• Variance request for building standards at 149 South Macdonald
• Special use permit for a convenience store, fuel station, and car wash at 7215 South Ellsworth Road
• Sign plan request for a church at 2130 East University Drive (continued to May 4, 2022)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will review minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting. Members will also discuss topics for the spring 2022 board retreat and the 2022 historic preservation essay and video contest.

• Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (HP 22-005)
• Discussion of the 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest
• Selection of topics for the spring 2022 Board retreat
• Historic Preservation Officer's update

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board met on April 5, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting (5-0). The board also discussed the 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest and selected topics for the spring 2022 retreat, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest
• Discussed and selected topics for spring 2022 retreat

City Council

The Mesa City Council is reviewing several contracts for citywide services, including technology upgrades and public safety supplies. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and grant requests for police projects and airport rehabilitation.

• $680,000 purchase of network core equipment and services
• $600,000 increase to the annual medical supplies contract
• $558,012 in grant applications for Mesa Police Department projects
• Site plan review for a medical office building on East Brown Road
• $654,244 rehabilitation project for Falcon Field Airport

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items on the agenda for the April 4, 2022 regular meeting. The session includes presentations to provide direction on the Transportation Department budget and the Transit Services Department budget.

• Presentation and direction on Transportation Department budget (22-0457)
• Presentation and direction on Transit Services Department budget (22-0458)
• Review of items for the April 4, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda

Mesa Housing Services Governing Board

The board will review the fiscal year 2022/2023 Annual Plan and revisions to the Administration Plan. Members will also consider opening the Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List for 2022. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on various housing voucher program updates.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022/2023 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan
• Opening of the Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List for 2022
• Closing of the Project-Based Voucher Waiting List for Escobedo at Verde Vista and LaMesita Apartment
• Resolution to accept Family Self-Sufficiency Program grant funds
• Updates on VASH, Emergency Housing, and Housing Solution vouchers

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items for the upcoming April 4, 2022, regular meeting. The session includes presentations on the proposed fiscal year 2022/2023 budget summary and non-utility projects in the Capital Improvement Program.

• Presentation of the FY 2022/2023 proposed budget summary
• Discussion of non-utility projects in the Capital Improvement Program
• Receipt of Museum & Cultural Advisory Board minutes from January 27, 2022

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear a presentation and discuss direction for the City’s 10-year General Plan update. This plan is required to be submitted to voters for ratification in 2024.

• Presentation and discussion on the 10-year General Plan update (Item 22-0415)

Audit, Finance and Enterprise Committee

The committee will review proposed fees for Falcon Field, Development Services, and Economic Development. Members will also consider a recommendation to remove the Stormwater Drainage Impact Fee from the Mesa Development Impact Fees.

• Proposed fees and charges for Falcon Field, Development Services, and Economic Development
• Removal of Stormwater Drainage Impact Fee from Mesa Development Impact Fees

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several site plan and rezoning requests. These include proposals for industrial developments, office warehouses, and residential expansions. The Board will also make recommendations to the City Council on specific zoning changes.

• Industrial development at 3700 to 4100 blocks of South Everton Terrace (116± acres)
• Office warehouse buildings at E. McDowell Road and N. 58th Circle (14.5± acres)
• Expansion of a multiple residence development on E. Dana Avenue (1± acre)
• Multi-tenant retail building with drive-thru on E. Baseline Road (1.2± acres)
• Rezone for residential development at E. Southern Avenue and S. Crismon Road (8.5± acres)

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all six zoning cases on the agenda, including a site plan review for a 116-acre industrial development in the Eastmark community and a rezone for a multiple residence development. All votes were unanimous, with some members absent. The board also approved the minutes from the March 9, 2022 meetings.

• Approved site plan review for 116-acre industrial development in Eastmark (6-0)
• Approved site plan review for two office warehouse buildings on McDowell Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for expansion of multiple residence development on Dana Avenue (6-0)
• Approved site plan modification for multi-tenant retail with drive-thru on Baseline Road (6-0)
• Approved rezone to RM-3-PAD for multiple residence development on Southern Avenue (6-0)
• Approved rezone to LI-PAD and OC-PAD for industrial development on Hawes Road (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 9, 2022 study session and regular meeting (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will review items for the March 23, 2022 regular hearing. The session includes a presentation and discussion regarding proposed changes to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance concerning drive-thru facilities. No board action is expected on the Planning Director's updates.

• Proposed amendments to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance (Title 11) regarding drive-thru facilities
• Review of items for the March 23, 2022 regular hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session to review agenda items and hear a presentation on proposed amendments to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance regarding drive-thru facilities. The board discussed the amendments and provided direction but took no formal action. The meeting was adjourned, and the minutes were approved with a 6-0 vote (Boardmember Crockett absent).

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0; Crockett absent)
• Discussed proposed drive-thru zoning amendments; no action taken

City Council

The Council is considering several contract renewals, including annual asphalt materials and project management software. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and proposed updates to city building regulations.

• Purchase of engineering project management software starting at $803,240
• Renewal of annual asphalt materials contract for $2,000,000
• Increase in medical billing services contract to $400,000
• Introduction of a rezoning request for Longbow Park
• Amendments to building codes for solar panels and pool barriers

City Council Study Session

This study session focuses on reviewing the March 21, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda and acknowledging Transportation Advisory Board minutes. The council will also discuss current events and meeting schedules.

• Review of the March 21, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Acknowledgment of February 15, 2022 Transportation Advisory Board minutes

City Council Study Session

The Council will discuss an FTA grant for studies regarding a proposed 5-mile streetcar route connecting west Mesa districts. They will also discuss the future development of 25 acres of City-owned land at University Drive and Mesa Drive.

• Development update for 25 acres at University Drive and Mesa Drive
• Direction on an FTA grant for a proposed 5-mile streetcar route connecting west Mesa districts
• Review of the March 21, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Receipt of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review progress and discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for a public safety response model regarding mental health 911 calls. The council will also consider appointments to the Economic Development Advisory Board.

• Use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for mental health 911 call response models
• Appointments to the Economic Development Advisory Board
• Review of Economic Development Advisory Board minutes from February 1, 2022
• Review of Housing and Community Development Advisory Board minutes from February 3, 2022

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

This study session includes a review of items for the regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing on March 9, 2022. The agenda also contains updates from the Planning Director. No Board discussion or action is scheduled regarding the Director's updates.

• Review of items for the March 9, 2022 regular hearing
• Planning Director's updates (no action or discussion scheduled)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several site plan requests and rezoning cases. These items include developments for office warehouses, an industrial site, a medical office building, a restaurant, and a day care facility. Some items will be presented to the City Council for final decisions.

• Site Plan Review for two office warehouse buildings on East McDowell Road
• Industrial development site plan review near East Elliot Road
• Rezone and site plan review for an industrial building at South 71st Street and East Ray Road
• Rezone and special use permit for a day care facility on East McKellips Road
• Rezone and site plan review for a restaurant with drive-thru at West McKellips Road

Design Review Board

The board will review several preliminary design cases for residential, medical, and industrial developments. Members will also take action on a proposal for a vehicle repair center and associated offices.

• Multiple residence development in the 1500 block of North Greenfield Road
• Dental office development at East Southern Avenue and South 105th Place
• Industrial development on the South Hawes Road alignment
• Restaurant with a drive-thru at the 9200 block of East Ray Road
• Vehicle repair center and offices at the 7200 block of South 89th Place

City Council

The Mesa City Council will consider several business licenses and infrastructure contracts. The agenda includes amendments to building codes and multiple requests for industrial and residential rezonings.

• Up to $2,000,000 annual contract for police ammunition and less lethal products
• $175,000 increase to environmental remediation contract for Parks and Recreation
• Rezoning request for industrial development at East Baseline Road
• New liquor license applications for Flancer’s and Red Mountain Bar and Grill
• Amendments to the Mesa Swimming Pool and Spa Code regarding pool barriers

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear a presentation regarding the proposed use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for an Arts and Culture Educational Enrichment Program. This program aims to support literacy and well-being for Title I students through city arts venues. The session also includes a review of the upcoming regular council meeting agenda.

• Proposed use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for Arts and Culture Educational Enrichment Program

City Council Strategic Planning Session

The City Council is holding a strategic planning session to review existing initiatives and the city's economic forecast. Presentations will cover police and fire department needs, as well as proposed renovations for the Mesa City Plaza building. Councilmembers will also discuss future meeting topics and priorities.

• Review of City Council Strategic Initiatives (22-0360)
• Economic forecast update including 2022 ballot measures (22-0298)
• Fire, Medical, and Police Department service and facility needs (22-0299)
• Proposed renovations to the Mesa City Plaza building (22-0300)

Board of Adjustment Study Session

The March 2, 2022, Board of Adjustment meeting was a study session consisting of procedural items. The agenda included a staff update and a review of items for a future public hearing. No specific projects or decisions were identified in the provided text.

• No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances were listed.

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on March 2, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned with approval of the minutes (6-0).

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment is reviewing several requests for zoning modifications, variances, and sign plans. These include a wellness center permit on East Brown Road and patio modifications in Sunland Spring Village. One request regarding a church sign plan was continued to April 6, 2022.

• Modification of Sunland Spring Village PAD to allow covered patios
• Development Incentive Permit for a wellness center on East Brown Road
• Special Use Permit for a church sign plan at 2130 East University Drive (continued)
• Variance for new home construction at 9558 East Julep Circle
• Sign plans for industrial and university developments

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will discuss the City of Mesa's status regarding the Certified Local Governments (CLG) program. The meeting also includes an update on the 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest.

• Approval of February 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Certified Local Governments (CLG) program
• Update on the 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest
• Discussion of potential agenda items for the spring 2022 Board retreat

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from its February 1, 2022 meeting (4-0). The board also heard a presentation on the Certified Local Governments (CLG) program and the city's designation as a CLG, received an update on the 2022 Historic Preservation Essay and Video Contest, and discussed possible agenda items for the spring retreat. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss the principles, priorities, and forecast for FY 2022/23 funds. The session also includes appointments to two advisory boards.

• FY 2022/23 General Governmental and Utility funds principles, priorities, and forecast
• Appointments to the Historic Preservation Board
• Appointments to the Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

City Council

The Mesa City Council is meeting to appoint a new City Magistrate and review several liquor license applications. The agenda also includes decisions on various contracts for public safety equipment, language translation services, and vehicle maintenance.

• Appointment of David Allen as City Magistrate
• $299,989.31 contract for a mass spectrometer for the Mesa Police Department
• $130,000 purchase of a 3D scanner for the Homicide and Traffic Units
• $980,000 annual contract for tire maintenance and repair services
• $150,000 annual contract for video laryngoscopes for Fire and Medical

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss funding recommendations for community development and human services programs. The session also includes reviews of proposed changes to building codes and drive-thru zoning regulations.

• Funding recommendations for CDBG, HOME, ESG, and Human Services Programs
• Direction on FY 2022/23 General Governmental and Utility funds
• Proposed modifications to Mesa Building, Plumbing, Energy, and Swimming Pool codes
• Proposed amendments to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance regarding drive-thru facilities

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board will review several zoning cases, site plans, and preliminary plats. This includes making recommendations to the City Council regarding a residential subdivision on North Val Vista Drive. The board will also consider industrial development and new residential plats.

• Rezone from Agricultural to Light Industrial at South Signal Butte Road (65.8 acres)
• Site plan review for a restaurant with drive-thru on East Southern Avenue
• Preliminary plat for "Hawes Crossing 2" near South Hawes Road (181.14 acres)
• General Plan Amendment and rezone for a single residence subdivision on North Val Vista Drive
• Site plan review for office development at South Stapley Drive and East Emerald Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases, including a restaurant drive-thru, an industrial rezone, an office development, two preliminary plats, and a General Plan amendment for a residential subdivision. All votes were 5-0, with Chair Sarkissian and Boardmember Peterson absent. The board also approved the meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from previous meetings (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for restaurant with drive-thru at 10600 block E. Southern Ave (5-0)
• Approved rezone to Light Industrial with PAD overlay for 65.8 acres on S. Signal Butte Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for office development at 1000 block S. Stapley Dr (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Hawes Crossing 2 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Klusman-Legacy-Pecos Master Dev (5-0)
• Approved rezone to RS-7-PAD for 41 acres on N. Val Vista Dr (5-0)
• Approved General Plan amendment from Neighborhood Village/Employment to Neighborhood (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Board will review agenda items for the February 23, 2022 regular hearing. The session also includes Planning Director updates, which are not subject to board discussion or action.

• Review of items for the February 23, 2022 regular Planning and Zoning Board Hearing
• Planning Director's Updates

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session on February 23, 2022, to review agenda items for the upcoming regular hearing. No board action was taken on any items, and the meeting was adjourned after the review. The minutes were approved with a 5-0 vote, with Chair Sarkissian and Boardmember Peterson absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0; Chair Sarkissian and Boardmember Peterson absent)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The board will consider multiple zoning cases and preliminary plats for various developments. These include requests for industrial parks, a small-lot single residence development, and restaurants with drive-thru windows. Additionally, the board will make recommendations to the City Council regarding a mixed-use development near North Recker Road.

• Rezoning 155+ acres near East Pecos Road for industrial development (PZ 22005)
• Rezoning for small-lot single residence development on East University Drive (PZ 22029)
• Site plan review for a restaurant with a pick up window on East Ray Road (PZ 22034)
• Recommendation to City Council for mixed-use development near North Recker Road (PZ 22023)
• Rezoning for an industrial park on East Willis Road (PZ 22030)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a General Plan Amendment for approximately 20 acres. This request proposes changing the area from an Employment District to a Mixed-Use Activity District. Staff recommends adoption of this change.

• General Plan Amendment PZ 22023 ZON21-00878 (Employment to Mixed-Use)
• Rezoning near North Recker Road and East Longbow Parkway

Design Review Board

The board will provide direction on several preliminary design reviews for industrial, residential, and retail projects. Members will also take action on an industrial development case in District 6.

• Industrial development review (65.8± acres) near South Signal Butte Road
• Multiple residence development review near East Southern Avenue and South Crismon Road
• Industrial development review (61.2± acres) near East Willis Road and South Ellsworth Road
• Drive-thru restaurant review at the 10600 block of East Southern Avenue
• Action on an industrial development case in the 7400 block of South 89th Place

City Council

The City Council will review several contract increases and new service agreements. These include a multi-million dollar project for replacing wells and an expansion of wireless access points using ARPA funds. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and equipment purchases for police and fire departments.

• $6,358,127.60 Replacement Well Drilling Project
• $1,610,000 outdoor wireless access point installation
• $1,500,000 increase for Hohokam Stadium scoreboard maintenance
• $53,000 purchase of electric ventilation fans
• New liquor license applications for local restaurants and a karaoke venue

City Council Study Session

This study session consists of procedural items including a review of the February 7, 2022 regular council meeting agenda. Members will also receive updates on recent meetings and conferences and address meeting scheduling.

• Review of February 7, 2022 regular meeting agenda
• Summary of current events and conferences attended
• Scheduling of meetings

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review the agenda for the February 7, 2022 regular meeting and acknowledge minutes from various boards. The session also includes interviews of candidates for the City Magistrate role.

• Interviews of City Magistrate candidates David Allen, Umayok Novell, and Laurel Workman
• Review of agenda items for the February 7, 2022 regular Council meeting
• Acknowledgment of Museum & Cultural Advisory Board minutes from November 18, 2021
• Acknowledgment of Community & Cultural Development Committee minutes from January 10, 2022

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment will consider several land use requests during its February 2 meeting. These items include permits for an industrial building, restaurants with drive-thrus or pickup windows, and residential variances. Staff recommends approval with conditions for all presented cases.

• Industrial building development at E. Baseline Road, E. Javelina Avenue, and S. Horne
• Restaurant with a pickup window at 640 East Main Street
• Drive-thru restaurant at the 1200 block of South Alma School Road
• Office building development at 1155 E. Emerald Avenue
• Variance for a new home setback at 9558 East Julep Circle

The Board of Adjustment approved seven of eight consent agenda items, including development incentive permits, a special use permit, and variances, all with conditions. One variance request was continued to the March 2, 2022 meeting. All votes were 6-0 with Boardmember Reed absent.

• Approved industrial building DIP at 800 block E. Baseline Rd (6-0)
• Approved restaurant with pickup window SCIP at 640 E. Main St (6-0)
• Approved drive-thru restaurant DIP at 1200 block S. Alma School Rd (6-0)
• Approved office building DIP at 1155 E. Emerald Ave (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive sign plan SUP at 4406 E. Main St (6-0)
• Continued variance for new home at 9558 E. Julep Cir to March 2, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved lot width variance at 856 E. Lehi Rd (6-0)
• Approved restaurant with outdoor seating SCIP at 2336 E. Baseline Rd (6-0)

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a discussion of items listed on the February 2, 2022, Public Hearing agenda. The meeting is procedural.

• Staff update
• Review of Public Hearing agenda items

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on February 2, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No formal decisions were made during the session. The meeting was adjourned, and the minutes were approved unanimously (6-0, with Boardmember Reed absent).

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0, Reed absent)

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will discuss proposed text amendments to the Mesa City Code regarding criteria for historic districts and landmarks. The meeting also includes a discussion about recruiting a new Historic Preservation Officer.

• Proposed text amendments to Chapters 23 and 74 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code
• Recruitment for a new Historic Preservation Officer
• Approval of December 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The Mesa Historic Preservation Board met on February 1, 2022, and approved the minutes from its December 7, 2021 meeting by a 5-0 vote. The board also heard updates on proposed text amendments to city code chapters related to historic preservation, discussed recruitment for a new Historic Preservation Officer, and received reports on current events. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from December 7, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several zoning cases and preliminary plats for various developments. These include requests for an industrial site on South Crismon Road and a mixed-use area near East Thomas Road. Some items are being recommended for approval while others are scheduled for continuation.

• Industrial development proposal for 85.8± acres on South Crismon Road
• Mixed-use development rezoning for 46.76± acres near East Thomas Road and North Val Vista Drive
• New airport hangar request for 18.24± acres on South Ellsworth Road
• Commercial center site plan review for 16.9± acres at South Ellsworth Road and East Elliot Road
• Preliminary plat for Valleywise Community Health Center Mesa on East Main Street

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board approved several zoning cases and preliminary plats, including a commercial center, an airport hangar, an industrial development, a mixed-use development, a multiple residence development, a restaurant with drive-thru, and a single residence subdivision. The board also continued two cases to February 9, 2022, and one to February 23, 2022. All votes were unanimous except one recusal.

• Approved site plan review for commercial center at Ellsworth and Elliot (7-0)
• Approved site plan review for airport hangar at Ellsworth and Pecos (7-0)
• Approved industrial development at Crismon and Pecos (7-0)
• Approved mixed-use rezoning at Thomas and Val Vista (7-0)
• Approved multiple residence development at Southern and 32nd Street (6-0, Boyle recused)
• Approved restaurant with drive-thru at Country Club and Southern (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Elliot and Ellsworth Commercial Center (7-0)
• Continued rezoning at Val Vista and 202 to February 23, 2022 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a General Plan Amendment for approximately 20 acres. The request proposes changing the designation from an Employment District to a Mixed-Use Activity District. Staff recommends continuing this item to February 9, 2022.

• General Plan Amendment PZ 22009 (North Recker Road and East Longbow Parkway)
• Proposed change from Employment to Mixed-Use Activity District
• Staff recommendation to continue the item to February 9, 2022

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board held a study session and voted 7-0 to continue a minor General Plan Amendment for a 20-acre site near Recker Road and Longbow Parkway to February 9, 2022. The amendment would change the land use designation from Employment to Mixed-Use Activity District. No other substantive decisions were made; the board also approved the meeting minutes and received planning director updates without action.

• Continued ZON21-00878 General Plan Amendment to February 9, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items scheduled for the January 24, 2022 regular Council meeting. The session also includes acknowledging Transportation Advisory Board minutes from November 16, 2021.

• Review of agenda items for the January 24, 2022 regular Council meeting
• Acknowledgment of Transportation Advisory Board minutes from November 16, 2021

City Council

The Mesa City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and liquor license transfers. Key items include increasing funds for the city's vehicle fleet and managing waste disposal services. The agenda also includes various business-related approvals.

• $5,700,000 increase to automobile dealer contract for police and city vehicles
• $650,000 increase to the solid waste disposal and processing master agreement
• $100,000 annual contract for Asian District signage
• Approval of liquor license ownership transfers for various grocery stores
• $50,000 purchase of network server hardware for the Department of Innovation and Technology

City Council Study Session

The City Council will discuss the development of a Small Business Lab within the Studios @ Mesa City Center using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The session also includes reviewing the agenda for the upcoming January 24, 2022 regular meeting and acknowledging minutes from various boards.

• Development of a Small Business Lab at Studios @ Mesa City Center using ARPA funds
• Review of the January 24, 2022 regular Council meeting agenda
• Acknowledgment of Parks and Recreation Board minutes from November 10, 2021
• Acknowledgment of Economic Development Advisory Board minutes from December 7, 2021

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations on citywide fiber optics efforts and workforce initiatives. Members will also discuss three proposed projects to address homelessness using American Rescue Plan Act funding. Additionally, the council will review plans for the renovation of the Mesa Family Advocacy Center.

• Competitive workforce initiatives presentation
• Citywide fiber optics efforts discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act homelessness projects: Off the Streets, Workforce/Jobs Access Center, and Bridge Housing at East Valley Men’s Center
• Mesa Family Advocacy Center renovation discussion

Planning and Zoning Board - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several zoning cases and preliminary plats for new developments. These include a restaurant on East Baseline Road, an industrial development on East Pecos Road, and the 'Hawes Crossing' residential subdivision. Some items regarding mixed-use development on North Recker Road were continued to future meetings.

• Rezone for 'Hawes Crossing' single residence subdivision (81.17 acres)
• Industrial development rezone and site plan review (155+ acres)
• Commercial retail and self-storage on South Ellsworth Road (6 acres)
• Preliminary plat for 'The Cubes at Gateway' industrial subdivision
• Restaurant with drive-thru on East Baseline Road

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board approved all consent agenda items and zoning cases, including site plan reviews for a restaurant with drive-thru on East Baseline Road, commercial retail and self-storage on South Ellsworth Road, a large commercial center, a rezone for a single-residence subdivision (Hawes Crossing), an industrial development, a restaurant drive-thru on Signal Butte Road, and a rezone to Limited Commercial on North Power Road. The board also approved preliminary plats for Hawes Crossing and The Cubes at Gateway, and continued two items related to a mixed-use development on North Recker Road to January 26, 2022. All votes were 5-0, with Boardmembers Boyle and Allen absent.

• Approved minutes from Dec 15, 2021 and revised Oct 27, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for restaurant with drive-thru at 1100 block E. Baseline Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for commercial retail and self-storage at 7200-7400 blocks S. Ellsworth Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan review and special use permit for large commercial center at 7200-7400 blocks S. Ellsworth Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezone for single-residence subdivision at 3200 blocks S. Hawes Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezone to General Industrial with PAD for industrial development at 7800-8100 blocks E. Pecos Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan modification for restaurant with drive-thru at 2800 block S. Signal Butte Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezone from RS-35 to Limited Commercial at 2100 block N. Power Rd (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board - Study Session

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a General Plan Amendment for approximately 20 acres near North Recker Road and East Longbow Parkway. The request seeks to change the area from an Employment district to a Mixed-Use Activity District to allow for mixed-use development. Staff recommends continuing this item to January 26, 2022.

• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment PZ 22009 ZON21-00878
• Request to change land use from Employment to Mixed-Use Activity District
• Planning Director's updates

The Planning and Zoning Board held a study session and voted 5-0 to continue the minor General Plan amendment for a mixed-use development near Recker Road and Longbow Parkway to the January 26, 2022 hearing. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, including agenda review and adjournment.

• Continued ZON21-00878 General Plan amendment to January 26, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved meeting adjournment (5-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss several preliminary development cases to provide direction to applicants. These include an 85.8-acre industrial project and multiple restaurant and residential proposals. No final decisions are scheduled for these preliminary items at this meeting.

• Industrial development review (85.8± acres) on South Crismon Road
• Multiple residence development review (2.4± acres) near East Southern Avenue and South 32nd Street
• Drive-thru restaurant review at the 2800 block of South Signal Butte Road
• Two drive-thru restaurants review at the 10000 block of East Southern Avenue
• Drive-thru restaurant review at the 1000 block of South Country Club Drive

Community and Cultural Development Committee

The committee will hear a presentation regarding the Mesa Housing Path to Recovery. The discussion will cover gaps in the local system and priorities for investing federal funds and vouchers into services, programs, capital projects, and housing for low-moderate income households.

• Presentation on Mesa Housing Path to Recovery
• Discussion of federal fund/voucher investment priorities for low-moderate income households

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contract renewals and new service agreements for citywide departments. Key items include funding for outdoor cellular networks in underserved areas and annual contracts for landscape maintenance and waste containers. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and police department equipment purchases.

• $4,506,226.12 purchase for outdoor cellular network in West Mesa
• $5,276,312.83 annual contract for landscape maintenance services
• $2,500,000 annual contract for coated steel pipe
• $1,640,000 annual renewal for residential refuse and recycling containers
• Liquor license applications for 1920 West Broadway Road and 4355 East University Drive

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review items scheduled for the January 10, 2022 regular Council meeting. The session also includes a summary of recent meetings and conferences attended by members and the scheduling of future meetings.

• Review of agenda items for the January 10, 2022 regular Council meeting
• Summary of current events including meetings and conferences attended
• Scheduling of meetings

City Council Study Session

The City Council will review the agenda for the upcoming January 10 regular meeting. Discussions include the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds and a proposed development on North Power Road. The council will also acknowledge minutes from several advisory boards.

• Update on American Rescue Plan Act fund allocations and disbursements
• Proposed use of ARPA funds for Convention Center Main Hall flooring and youth recreation scholarships
• Development discussion for property at North Power Road between East Hobart Street and East Halifax Drive
• Acknowledgment of minutes from various advisory boards

Board of Adjustment Study Session

This study session includes a staff update and a review of items listed on the January 5, 2022 Public Hearing agenda. The agenda contains only procedural discussion items.

• Staff update
• Review of items from the January 5, 2022 Public Hearing agenda

The Board of Adjustment met for a study session on January 5, 2022, to review and discuss items on the public hearing agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only. The meeting was adjourned and the minutes were approved 6-0 with one member absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0, Boardmember Jones absent)

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Mesa Board of Adjustment is considering several permit requests during this public hearing. These include a request to exceed height limits for a wireless facility and deviations for restaurant developments. One item regarding a restaurant at Alma School Road will be continued to February 2, 2022.

• Wireless facility height limit increase at 3940 N. Power Road
• Restaurant drive-thru permit at 1050 S. Country Club Drive
• Restaurant drive-thru permit at 1250 S. Alma School Road (continued to Feb 2)
• Comprehensive Sign Plan at 9410 E. Cadence Parkway

The Board of Adjustment approved all consent agenda items, including a special use permit for a wireless communication facility to exceed height limits in a residential district, and several permits for restaurants and a sign plan. All votes were unanimous with one abstention.

• Approved minutes from December 1, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for wireless facility at 3940 N. Power Road (5-0, Reed abstained)
• Approved substantial conformance permit for drive-thru restaurant at 1050 S. Country Club Drive (6-0)
• Approved development incentive permit for drive-thru restaurant at 1250 S. Alma School Road (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive sign plan for multiple residence at 9410 E. Cadence Parkway (6-0)