Quartzsite public meetings in 2022

12/27/22 CANCELED

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022, was canceled. Meetings are scheduled to resume on January 10, 2023.

12/13/22 Regular Meeting

The Town Council appointed a new Vice Mayor and approved a resolution to abandon certain rights-of-way. The Council also approved temporary road closures for the Hi Jolly Daze Parade and selected a Divergent Diamond design to present to ADOT for the I-10 Mile Post 17 exit.

• Appointed Lynda Goldberg as Vice Mayor (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $313,119.68 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-21 for abandonment of rights-of-way (7-0)
• Approved temporary road closures for Hi Jolly Daze Parade on Jan 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Tabled Community Outreach Funding (5-2)
• Tabled Resolution 22-20 regarding the fee schedule (7-0)
• Cancelled Dec 27 meeting and set next meeting for Jan 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Selected Divergent Diamond design for I-10 Mile Post 17 exit to present to ADOT

12/13/22

The Quartzsite Common Council will meet to discuss adopting a new fee schedule for services including building permits, utilities, and licensing. The Council will also work to designate a new Vice Mayor and review applications for community outreach funding. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on road closures for an upcoming parade and COVID-19 protection measures.

• Adoption of Resolution 22-20 establishing town fees for administration, permits, utilities, and licensing
• Selection of a Council member to serve as Vice Mayor
• Temporary road closures at Tyson/Central and Plymouth/Quail Trail for the Hi Jolly Daze Parade on January 14, 2023
• Review of applications for Community Outreach Funding from 2022-2023 Promotional Funds
• Resolution 22-21 regarding abandonment of rights-of-way for Parcel No. 306-29-0101L

12/13/22

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the selection of a new Vice Mayor and updates to town fee schedules. The meeting also includes consideration of road closures for the Hi Jolly Daze Parade and potential abandonment of certain rights-of-way. Additionally, the council will review applications for community outreach funding.

• Adoption of Resolution 22-20 establishing new fees for building permits, utilities, and licensing
• Temporary road closures at Tyson/Central and Plymouth/Quail Trail for the Hi Jolly Daze Parade on January 14, 2023
• Selection of a Council member to serve as Vice Mayor
• Resolution 22-21 regarding abandonment of rights-of-way on Parcel No. 306-29-0101L
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $313,119.68

11/22/22 Regular Meeting

The Town Council approved a road overlay contract and updated the compensation ordinance for the Mayor and Council members. The Council also certified the 2022 General Election results and approved over $164,000 in accounts payable and payroll.

• Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $164,674.07 (7-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-05 to amend Mayor and Council Member compensation (5-2)
• Removed Steve Schue as authorized signer for Arizona Financial Credit Union accounts (7-0)
• Approved $497,434.84 contract with Cactus Asphalt for Riggles Ave and Kuehn St overlay (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-21 certifying 2022 General Election results (7-0)

11/22/22 Work Session

The Common Council held a work session to discuss updating the Town of Quartzsite Fee Schedule. No motion was made to approve the updated schedule at this time.

• No motion made for approval of the updated fee schedule

11/08/2022 Regular Meeting

The Town Council approved a bridge loan from the USDA and a contract with PACE Engineering for the Phase 2 Wastewater System Expansion Project. The Council also updated the Transit Department's drug and alcohol policy and appointed Flora Romero as Interim Town Clerk.

• Approved accounts payable checks totaling $298,883.88 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-19 for a USDA bridge loan (7-0)
• Approved $724,840 PACE Engineering contract for Phase 2 Wastewater System Expansion (7-0)
• Tabled resolution for Town of Quartzsite fee schedule (7-0)
• Adopted updated Transit Department Drug and Alcohol Policy (7-0)
• Approved contract with Pinnacle HealthCare for Breath Alcohol Testing (7-0)
• Approved temporary road closures for Christmas Light Parade on Dec 3, 2022 (7-0)
• Concurred with appointment of Flora Romero as Interim Town Clerk (7-0)

11/08/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss a resolution for a USDA Rural Development bridge loan and a new fee schedule for services including permits, licenses, and utilities. The agenda also includes discussions on wastewater system expansion contracts and updated transit department policies.

• Resolution 22-19 for a USDA Rural Development bridge loan
• Contract approval for Phase 2 Wastewater System Expansion Project
• New resolution establishing fees for town licenses, permits, and utilities
• Temporary road closures for the Christmas Light Parade on December 3, 2022
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $205,952.52

10/25/2022 Regular Meeting

The Town Council approved the installation of a permanent crosswalk and signage at 100 N. Kofa Ave. Council also recommended approval for a special event liquor license for a beer garden at the upcoming Fall Festival and approved over $271,000 in accounts payable and payroll.

• Approved permanent crosswalk and signage at 100 N. Kofa Ave (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Event Liquor License for Fall Festival Beer Garden (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable and Payroll totaling $271,047.18 (7-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes from October 11, 2022 (7-0)
• Denied motion to change speed limit to 25 mph from Main Street (failed for lack of second)

10/25/2022

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special event liquor license for a beer garden at the upcoming Quartzsite Fall Festival. Members will also discuss installing a permanent crosswalk and changing speed limits near the Southern Baptist Church. The agenda includes updates on water quality and police training scenarios.

• Public hearing for a beer garden liquor license at the Quartzsite Fall Festival
• Approval of $271,047.18 in accounts payable and payroll
• Proposed crosswalk installation and speed limit change near Southern Baptist Church
• Active shooter/scenario training proposal from police departments
• Proclamation for Alzheimer's and Caregiver Awareness Month

10/11/2022 - Regular Meeting

The council voted 7-0 to appoint Doug Ross to the Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board of Directors, filling a vacancy. They also voted 6-1 to observe Columbus Day on the federal holiday date, reversing a prior policy. A crosswalk installation item was pulled from the agenda without discussion.

• Appointed Doug Ross to Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board of Directors (7-0)
• Approved observing Columbus Day on the second Monday in October (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $479,115.73 in accounts payable and September 27, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Canceled the November 22, 2022 regular council meeting due to Thanksgiving (7-0)

10/11/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss a vacancy on the Special Projects, Inc. Board of Directors and the town's observance of Columbus Day. The meeting includes consideration for a permanent crosswalk installation and signage at 100 N. Kofa Ave. Additionally, the council will review accounts payable and payroll totaling $479,115.73.

• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $479,115.73
• Proposed permanent crosswalk, speed limit change, and signage at 100 N. Kofa Ave
• Discussion regarding a vacancy on the Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board of Directors
• Discussion on the town's observance of Columbus Day
• Review of COVID-19 protection procedures for town facilities

09/27/2022 - Regular Meeting

The council voted 6-0 to permanently adopt a four-day work week for town staff, effective immediately. They also approved a consent agenda including a Series 7 liquor license for Outback Pizza, and adopted Resolution 22-18 designating the town manager as chief fiscal officer for the FY2023 expenditure limit report. A public hearing was held on the liquor license application, and the council decided to keep existing COVID-19 protection measures unchanged.

• Approved permanent 4-day work week for town staff (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Series 7 beer/wine bar license for Outback Pizza LLC at 1170 W. Main St., Suite B (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-18 designating Town Manager James Ferguson as Chief Fiscal Officer for FY2023 expenditure limit report (6-0)
• Decided to keep current COVID-19 protection measures (signs recommending mask-wearing) unchanged

09/27/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license application for Outback Pizza, LLC at 1170 W. Main Street. The council will also receive an update on the Wastewater Phase II Project and discuss Town Hall operating hours. Additionally, members will consider approving recent accounts payable and payroll expenditures totaling $154,495.18.

• Public hearing for Outback Pizza, LLC liquor license application (Series 7 Beer and Wine - Bar)
• Wastewater Phase II Project update from PACE Engineering
• Approval of $61,787.78 in accounts payable and $92,707.40 in payroll
• Discussion regarding continuing the four-day work week for Town Hall operations
• Designation of Chief Fiscal Officer for the FY 2023 Expenditure Limitation Report

09/13/2022 - Regular Meeting

The council approved a contract with T&C Seal Coating for the 2022-2023 Type 3 Slurry Seal Project at $2.22 per square yard, totaling an estimated $101,000. They also approved a cooperative purchase of a Caterpillar small wheel loader for $222,568. The council accepted the resignation of Devyn Rosner from the Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board and discussed procedures to fill the vacancy. An amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement was approved.

• Approved $2.22/sq yd slurry seal contract with T&C Seal Coating (6-0)
• Approved $222,568 cooperative purchase of Caterpillar 920-14A loader from Empire Southwest (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of Devyn Rosner from Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board effective immediately (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Town Manager's employment agreement (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $296,960.45 and minutes (6-0)

09/13/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider a contract with T &C Seal Coating for road maintenance and a purchase of a Caterpillar Loader. The agenda also includes reviewing primary election results and addressing a vacancy on the Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board.

• Contract approval for the 2022-2023 Type 3 Slurry Seal Project with T &C Seal Coating
• Cooperative purchase of a Caterpillar Loader from Empire Southwest, LLC
• Review of August 2, 2022, Primary Election results
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $296,960.45
• Discussion regarding COVID-19 protection procedures for Town facilities

08/23/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 22-04, amending the Town's Procurement Code to allow department heads to initiate purchases up to $4,000 without the Town Manager's initial sign-off. A second marijuana establishment's distance waiver request was deemed unnecessary after the attorney clarified the requirement had already been reduced to half a mile. The Council also discussed COVID-19 protection measures but took no action, and went into executive session to evaluate the Town Manager and discuss his employment agreement, with a contract amendment to be brought back at a future meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-04 amending Procurement Code to let department heads authorize purchases up to $4,000 (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $310,355.34 in accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to evaluate Town Manager and discuss employment agreement (7-0)
• No action taken on marijuana establishment distance waiver; item deemed unnecessary by attorney

08/23/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will review a request to waive the one-mile distance requirement for a second marijuana establishment. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Town Manager's employment agreement and updates to the Town Procurement Code. Additionally, the council will review financial reports and accounts payable totaling $310,355.34.

• Request to waive .04 miles of the one-mile distance requirement for a new marijuana establishment
• Amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement
• Ordinance No. 22-04 amending the Town Procurement Code regarding purchase authorization
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $310,355.34
• Discussion on changing COVID-19 protection procedures in Town facilities

08/22/2022 - Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider adopting Resolution No. 22-17 to officially declare the results of the August 2, 2022, primary election. This includes certifying winners for two-year and four-year council terms. The action follows the presentation of official voting totals from the La Paz County Elections Department.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 22-17 regarding primary election results
• Certification of Lynda Goldberg and Loretta Warner for four-year council terms
• Certification of Devyn Rosner for a two-year council term
• Nomination of Randy Smith, Sam Saxton, Karey Amon, and Colleen O'Meara for the November 8, 2022, general election

08/22/2022 - Special Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council canvassed the August 2, 2022 Primary Election results and adopted Resolution No. 22-17 declaring the results. Lynda Goldberg and Loretta Warner were elected to four-year seats, and Devyn Rosner to a two-year seat. Council Member Saxton voted against the resolution, raising concerns about 111 invalid write-in votes. The Council also agreed to review the ballots in question.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-17 declaring and adopting the results of the August 2, 2022 Primary Election (6 ayes, 1 nay).
• Certified Lynda Goldberg and Loretta Warner as elected to four-year seats and Devyn Rosner to a two-year seat.
• Certified Karey Amon, Colleen O'Meara, Sam Saxton, and Randy Smith as nominated for the general election.
• Agreed to review the ballots in question regarding the 111 invalid write-in votes.

08/09/2022

The Council will review the preliminary design status and options for the Town Park Splash Pad project. The agenda also includes a public hearing for an Outback Pizza, LLC liquor license application and discussions regarding various town leases and contracts.

• Presentation on the Town Park Splash Pad preliminary design status
• Public hearing for Outback Pizza, LLC liquor license application
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $77,844.23 and payroll totaling $71,069.90
• Review of the 2022 WACOG Transit Contract
• Discussion regarding the Eve’s Place, Inc. lease amendment

08/09/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a Series 12 Restaurant Liquor License for Outback Pizza, LLC at 1170 W. Main Street. The Council also approved consent agenda items, the 2022 WACOG Transit Contract, lease amendments for Eve's Place and Educational Options Foundation, and authorized the Council's League representative to vote on seven resolutions. A presentation on the Town Park Splash Pad design was discussed but no decision was made.

• Recommended approval of Series 12 liquor license for Outback Pizza, LLC (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable $148,914.13 and July 26 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2022 WACOG Transit Contract, authorizing Town Manager to sign (5-0)
• Authorized Council Member Goldberg to vote on seven League resolutions (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Eve's Place lease agreement (5-0)
• Approved Ground Lease Agreement with Educational Options Foundation (5-0)

07/26/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council is conducting a public hearing for the adoption of the Fiscal Year 22/23 Final Budget. The council will also consider liquor license applications for Horney Toad Saloon, LLC and discuss changes to employee retirement plans and COVID-19 procedures.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Final Budget
• Liquor license applications for Horney Toad Saloon, LLC at 960 Main Street #3 and 4
• Resolution to terminate the Town's 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with Newport Trust Company
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $174,688.42
• Discussion regarding COVID-19 protection measures for Town facilities

07/26/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council voted unanimously to adopt three resolutions (22-13, 22-14, 22-15) to opt out of Social Security for eligible employees, terminate the town's 401(k) plan, and become an Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) employer. The council also recommended approval of two liquor licenses for the Homey Toad Saloon & Grille and approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and prior minutes. No public comment was made on the final budget.

• Adopted Resolution 22-13 to opt out of Social Security for ASRS-eligible employees (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-14 to terminate the town's 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-15 to become an ASRS employer and designate Town Manager as authorized agent (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 7 Beer and Wine Bar liquor license for Homey Toad Saloon & Grille (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 12 Restaurant liquor license for Homey Toad Saloon & Grille (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $174,688.42 and prior meeting minutes (6-0)

07/26/2022 - Special Meeting

The council voted 6-0 to adopt Resolution No. 22-16, approving the final budget and expenditure limitation for fiscal year 2022-2023. The deputy town manager noted no changes since the tentative budget, and the town manager discussed census effects on state shared revenue and a stronger grants program.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 final budget and expenditure limitation (6-0)

07/26/2022 - Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss and potentially vote on Resolution No. 22-16 to adopt the final budget and expenditure limitation for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The proposed final budget includes no changes from the tentative budget adopted on July 12, 2022. Total projected revenues for the fiscal year are $10,405,008.00.

• Adoption of Final Budget and Expenditure Limitation (Resolution No. 22-16)
• Total projected budget revenues of $10,405,008.00
• Total projected budget expenditures of $9,991,274.00

07/26/2022- Amendment to

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will receive a presentation regarding the Quartzsite Elementary building plans. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month in August 2022.

• Presentation on Quartzsite Elementary Building Plans
• Proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month

07/12/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council voted 6-1 to adopt Resolution No. 22-11 and Resolution No. 22-12, establishing increased water and wastewater rates, fees, and charges as detailed in the exhibits. The council also approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and prior meeting minutes. Discussions were held on the Emergency Operations Plan, Water Conservation Plan, and COVID-19 protection measures, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-11 establishing increased water rates (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-12 establishing increased wastewater rates (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $679,179.22 and prior meeting minutes (7-0)

07/12/2022

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed increases to water and wastewater rates via Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2022 water and wastewater rate study and financial forecast. Additionally, members will discuss emergency operations plans and water conservation.

• Public hearing for increased water and wastewater rates (Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12)
• Presentation of the 2022 Wastewater and Water Rate Study & Financial Forecast
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $603,211.69
• Review of the Town Emergency Operations Plan and Emergency Response Team Directory

07/06/2022 Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the tentative budget and expenditure limitation for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. This budget covers revenue and expenditures for town services including water, wastewater, and highway user revenue.

• Adoption of Tentative Budget for FY 2022-2023
• Approval of Expenditure Limitation for FY 2022-2023
• Proposed total budget revenues of $10,405,008.00
• Proposed total budget expenditures of $9,991,274.00

07/06/2022 - Special Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council voted 6-0 to adopt the tentative budget and expenditure limitation for fiscal year 2022-2023, which includes a council stipend increase. The public hearing for final adoption was set for July 26, 2022. The budget does not fund a new Code Compliance Officer position.

• Adopted tentative FY 2022-2023 budget and expenditure limitation (6-0)
• Set public hearing for final budget adoption for July 26, 2022

06/28/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution 22-10 supporting the naming of Interstate 10 from Mile Marker 71 to the Arizona/California border as the 'La Paz County Sheriff's Sergeant Michael Rudd Memorial Highway.' The council also approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Housing for manufactured housing installation standards enforcement, reappointed Loretta Warner to the Municipal Property Corporation, and appointed Brenda Goff to the same board. All votes were unanimous except for Warner's abstention on her own reappointment.

• Adopted Resolution 22-10 supporting naming I-10 after Sergeant Michael Rudd (7-0)
• Approved IGA with Arizona Department of Housing for manufactured housing standards enforcement (7-0)
• Reappointed Loretta Warner to MPC Board, term to expire June 1, 2024 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Brenda Goff to MPC Board (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $642,757.99 in accounts payable and June 14 minutes (7-0)

06/22/2022 Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council is meeting to discuss the current status of the town's expenditure limitation. The council will also consider providing direction to staff regarding budget adjustments needed to comply with these limits.

• Discussion of expenditure limitation and current status
• Direction to staff on budget adjustments needed for expenditure limitation compliance

06/22/2022 - Special Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council held a special meeting to address a state-imposed Expenditure Limitation that drops from $5.8 million in 2022 to $3.6 million in 2023, due to a Census undercount. The Council voted 6-1 to adopt management's recommended changes to the 2022-2023 Tentative Budget, which include $361,000 in cuts across multiple departments. A special meeting was scheduled for July 6, 2022, to adopt the Tentative Budget. Council Member Saxton also requested that the Council's stipend increase be placed on a future agenda for a vote.

• Adopted management's recommended changes to the 2022-2023 Tentative Budget (6-1)
• Scheduled special meeting for July 6, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. to adopt the Tentative Budget
• Agreed to place Council stipend increase revocation on a future agenda for a vote

06/14/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council unanimously recommended approval of a Series 7 beer and wine liquor license for Grubstake at 725 North Central and adopted Ordinance 22-03 rezoning 310 N. Plymouth Avenue from C-2 to SR. The council also approved the consent agenda, designated the town manager as chief fiscal officer, and discussed but took no action on expanding the non-discrimination policy.

• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and payroll totaling $345,638.28 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Grubstake liquor license application (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-03 rezoning 310 N. Plymouth Ave from C-2 to SR (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-09 designating Town Manager as Chief Fiscal Officer (7-0)
• Decided no change to executive session telecommunication policy

06/14/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license for Grubstake and a property rezoning on North Plymouth Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions on expanding the town's non-discrimination policy.

• Rezoning 310 N. Plymouth Avenue from General Commercial to Suburban Ranch
• Liquor license application for Grubstake at 725 North Central
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $195,629.78
• Approval of payroll totaling $150,008.50
• Discussion on expanding the town's non-discrimination policy

05/24/2022 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council will conduct a budget workshop to present and review the prepared proposed budget. The session is intended for discussion and direction from the Council regarding the budget overview.

• Review of the prepared Proposed Budget

05/24/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council is reviewing a notice of intention to increase water and wastewater rates, fees, and charges. The council will also consider a contract for New Kofa Well #4 improvements and an agreement with La Paz County for the 2022 elections.

• Notice of Intention to increase water and wastewater rates, fees, and charges
• Contract award for New Kofa Well #4 Improvements with AZCA Drilling & Pump, Inc.
• Intergovernmental Agreement with La Paz County for the 2022 Primary and General elections
• Review of Town of Quartzsite Code of Ordinances, Section 30.09

05/24/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council unanimously approved a notice of intention to increase water and wastewater rates, fees, and charges, scheduling a public hearing for July 12, 2022. They also approved a contract with AZCA Drilling & Pump, Inc. for the New Kofa Well #4 Improvements, an intergovernmental agreement with La Paz County for the 2022 elections, and the consent agenda. Discussion on Code of Ordinances Section 30.09 was tabled until after the election.

• Adopted notice of intention to increase water/wastewater rates, set public hearing for July 12, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved contract with AZCA Drilling & Pump, Inc. for New Kofa Well #4 Improvements (7-0)
• Approved IGA with La Paz County for 2022 Primary and General Elections (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $473,277.97 and minutes (7-0)
• Tabled discussion of Code of Ordinances Section 30.09 until after the election

05/18/2022 Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the qualifications of Steve Schue regarding his eligibility to run in the August 2, 2022 primary and November 8, 2022 general elections. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice from the Town Attorney.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Steve Schue's eligibility for the August 2, 2022 primary and November 8, 2022 general election ballots
• Executive session for consultation with the Town Attorney for legal advice

05/18/2022 - Special Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council held a special meeting on May 18, 2022, and unanimously voted to enter executive session for legal advice. After returning to open session, Council Member Schue announced his withdrawal from the August 2, 2022 primary and November 8, 2022 general election ballots, stating he was no longer a viable candidate. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned to executive session for legal advice (7-0)
• Adjourned executive session (7-0)
• Council Member Schue withdrew from election ballots

05/10/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council approved a contract with Paveco Inc. for the Riggles Ave. & Mockingbird St. asphalt mill and overlay project at $385,809.75. The council also approved the FY2021 audited financial statement, recommended approval of a bingo license for Holiday Palms Resort, and authorized submission of a CDBG application for Senior Center and Food Bank improvements. A liquor license application for Horney Toad Saloon was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved $385,809.75 contract with Paveco Inc. for Riggles Ave. & Mockingbird St. asphalt project (7-0)
• Accepted FY2020-2021 Audited Financial Statement and Annual Expenditure Limitation Report (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Holiday Palms Resort bingo license application (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-08 authorizing CDBG application for Senior Center and Food Bank improvements (7-0)
• Approved agreement with RICK Engineering for Quartzsite Park Improvement design services (7-0)
• Approved Utilities Policy and Procedures on water leaks and payment arrangements (7-0)
• Directed $100 monthly stipend increase for Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Council Members (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $154,379.13 (7-0)

05/10/2022 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a budget workshop to review proposed budget changes. The session includes reviewing versions of the budget featuring different pay scales.

• Review of proposed budget with $14.25 pay scale
• Review of proposed budget with $15.00 pay scale

05/10/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council is holding public hearings and considering actions on several items, including recommending approval of a bingo license for Holiday Palms Resort and a liquor license for the Horney Toad Saloon & Grille, selecting projects for Community Development Block Grant funds, and awarding a contract for the Riggles Ave. & Mockingbird St. asphalt project. The council will also discuss utility policies, RV park fees, and council compensation.

• Public hearing for bingo license application for Holiday Palms Resort, LLC at 355 W. Main Street
• Public hearing for Series 7 beer and wine liquor license for Horney Toad Saloon & Grille at 55 East Kuehn Street
• Consideration of FY 2022 CDBG projects for Quartzsite Senior Center and Food Bank improvements
• Authorization to contract with RICK Engineering for Quartzsite Park Improvement Project design
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $154,379.13

04/28/2022 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council will conduct a budget workshop to discuss various town departments. Topics include police, finance, transit, and community development. The council will also review budget priorities.

• Department discussions including Police, Finance, and Transit
• Review of budget priorities

04/27/2022 Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council is conducting a budget workshop to discuss municipal funds. The meeting includes discussions regarding HURF, water, wastewater, and a review of capital project priorities.

• HURF discussion
• Water budget discussion
• Wastewater budget discussion
• Review of capital project priorities

04/26/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss amending ordinances related to the qualifications of council candidates. The agenda also includes reviews of the Eve’s Place lease and a temporary use permit for a power line project construction yard. Additionally, the council will consider approving recent accounts payable and payroll checks.

• Review of ordinance regarding disqualifying council candidates with delinquent fines or fees
• Possible approval of a temporary use permit for the #10 West power line project construction yard
• Discussion on extending the current ED options lease arrangement
• Review of the Eve’s Place lease
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $158,993.36

04/26/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council unanimously approved three actions: extending the Ed Options ground lease through June 2025 with increased rent, approving a lease for Eve's Place through September 30, 2023, and granting a temporary use permit for a construction yard and batch plant for the 10 West power line project. The council also directed the town attorney to bring back recommendations on modifying the council candidate qualifications ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and payroll totaling $158,993.36 (7-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to extend Ed Options ground lease to June 30, 2025, with rent increasing to $850/month (2023-24) and $1,000/month (2024-25) (7-0)
• Approved Eve's Place lease from March 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved temporary use permit for 10 West power line construction yard and batch plant at Mockingbird, with stipulation to return property to good condition (7-0)
• Directed Town Attorney to bring back recommendations on candidate qualifications ordinance, including cure period, qualified electors checklist, and inclusion of appointees

04/20/2022 Council Budget Workshop

The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a budget workshop to review council goals. The session includes discussions regarding departmental priorities and capital projects.

• Review and discussion of Council Goals
• Discussion of Departmental Priorities
• Discussion of Capital Projects

04/12/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council approved a rezoning application for approximately 140 acres in the Desert Gardens area, changing the zoning from Suburban Ranch (SR) to General Commercial (C-2) and Heavy Commercial (C-3). The council also adopted a resolution for refinancing excise tax revenue bonds, approved an intergovernmental agreement with La Paz County for building inspection services, and adopted a fair housing resolution. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Rezone Application #8910 for 140 acres in Desert Gardens from SR to C-2 and C-3 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-06 for Excise Tax Revenue Refunding Obligations, Series 2022 (6-0)
• Approved IGA with La Paz County for building inspection services (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-07 affirming fair housing (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including accounts payable totaling $458,532.54 and March 22, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-02 amending the Official Zoning Map for properties at 1240 Acacia Street to C-2 and C-3 (6-0)

04/12/2022 Work Session

The Quartzsite Common Council is reviewing potential guidelines for water utility bill adjustments and payment agreements. The discussion focuses on establishing criteria for leak-related adjustments and procedures for managing past-due balances. This follows a review of recent years where adjustments totaled $78,547.87 in FY20.

• Discussion regarding utility bill adjustments for leaks and pool filling
• Review of payment plan options for past due utility balances
• Analysis of lost revenue from utility adjustments, including $78,547.87 in FY20
• Evaluation of staff time required to process adjustment requests

04/12/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will consider a request to rezone approximately 140 acres in the Desert Gardens area from suburban ranch to commercial use. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2022 wastewater and water rate study and financial forecast. Additionally, the council will review an agreement with La Paz County for building inspector services.

• Rezone application #8910 for 140 acres in the Desert Gardens area to General Commercial and Heavy Commercial
• Presentation on the 2022 Wastewater & Water Rate Study & Financial Forecast
• Intergovernmental Agreement with La Paz County for building inspector services
• Ordinance No. 22-02 changing zoning at 1240 Acacia Street to C-2 and C-3
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $371,783.41 and payroll totaling $86,749.13

04/12/2022 - Work Session

The Quartzsite Common Council held a work session to discuss utility bill adjustments and payment plans, with staff seeking direction on various options. No formal decisions were made; the town manager indicated he had enough input to bring a final policy back for review and action.

• Discussed utility bill adjustment and payment plan options
• Noted no fee for water turn-on/turn-off requests
• Suggested police and Neighborhood Watch assist with leak checks
• Discussed allowing photos of repairs as proof for adjustments

04/07/2022 Special Council Meeting

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the qualifications of three individuals for upcoming elections. The council will consider if Mike Roth, Dennis Vosper, and Sam Saxton are eligible for the August 2, 2022 primary and November 8, 2022 general election ballots.

• Eligibility review for Mike Roth
• Eligibility review for Dennis Vosper
• Eligibility review for Sam Saxton

04/07/2022 - Special Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council held a special meeting to judge the qualifications of three council candidates for the 2022 election. Based on Town Code Section 30.09, the Council declared Mike Roth, Dennis Vosper, and Sam Saxton not qualified due to delinquent fines or fees owed to the Town. All three motions carried, with votes of 7-0, 5-0 (2 abstentions), and 4-0 (2 abstentions) respectively.

• Declared Mike Roth not a qualified candidate (7-0)
• Declared Dennis Vosper not a qualified candidate (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Declared Sam Saxton not a qualified candidate (4-0, 2 abstentions)

03/22/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss modifying Town Hall business hours to a four-day work week starting March 28, 2022. The agenda also includes appointing trustees for the town's retirement program and reviewing lease options for police and code compliance space.

• Discussion of moving Town Hall to a four-day work week starting March 28, 2022
• Approval of Resolution No. 22-05 to appoint trustees for the employment retirement program
• Review of lease extensions and rental space for QPD and Code Compliance
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $127,211.90 and payroll totaling $77,610.25
• Appointment of a council member to the WACOG Regional Council on Aging

03/22/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Quartzsite Town Council approved a four-day work week for Town Hall, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., effective March 28, 2022, with a review scheduled for October 2022. The council also adopted Resolution 22-05 appointing Kiki Tunnell as trustee for the town's retirement program, removing Beverly Cunningham and Kay Kruen. Steve Schue was appointed to WACOG's Regional Council on Aging, and the town manager was directed to negotiate a lease extension and space rental deal with Ed Options. The consent agenda, including accounts payable totaling $204,822.15 and the March 8 minutes, was approved.

• Approved 4-day work week (Mon-Thu, 7am-6pm) starting March 28 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-05 appointing Kiki Tunnell as retirement plan trustee (6-0)
• Appointed Steve Schue to WACOG Regional Council on Aging (6-0)
• Directed town manager to negotiate Ed Options lease extension and building rental deal (6-0)
• Approved proposed budget calendar (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $204,822.15 in payments and March 8 minutes (6-0)
• Appointed council members to League of Arizona Cities and Towns policy committees (6-0)

03/08/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss Ordinance No. 22-01, which proposes new amendments to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The agenda also includes a proposal to reallocate funds from a new street sweeper purchase to repair a Vactor truck. Additionally, members will consider potential changes to future compensation for the Mayor and Council.

• Ordinance No. 22-01 establishing Article 22 of the Zoning Code
• Reallocation of funds budgeted for a new street sweeper to repair a Vactor truck
• Consideration of salary and benefit changes for future Council members and the Mayor
• Approval of $197,455.19 in accounts payable and payroll checks

03/08/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Council approved Ordinance 22-01, replacing the seven-member Planning and Zoning Commission with a five-member body, and appointed James Peterson and Larry Lord to fill vacancies. The reappointment of John "Skip" Gallup failed for lack of a second. The Council also authorized using street sweeper funds to repair the Vactor truck, adopted the updated Title VI Plan, and directed the Town Manager to discuss the JP4 building with the county.

• Approved Ordinance 22-01 establishing a 5-member Planning & Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Reappointment of John 'Skip' Gallup to Planning & Zoning Commission failed (no second)
• Appointed James Peterson to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-2)
• Appointed Larry Lord to Planning & Zoning Commission (6-1)
• Authorized transfer of street sweeper funds to repair Vactor truck (7-0)
• Adopted updated Title VI Plan for 2022 (7-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to discuss JP4 building with La Paz County (7-0)
• Tabled council compensation discussion; added benefits (life/medical) at member expense (7-0)

02/22/2022 - Regular Meeting

The Council approved a new lease agreement with the United States Postal Service and authorized the Town Manager to sign it. The Council also gave staff direction to correct the 2022 election ballot by designating one council seat as a two-year term, bringing the council into compliance with state statute. The consent agenda, including accounts payable and prior meeting minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Approved the USPS Lease Agreement and authorized the Town Manager to sign it (7-0).
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including accounts payable totaling $165,694.52 and the February 8, 2022 minutes (7-0).
• Gave staff direction to correct the Call to Election, changing one council seat to a two-year term for the 2022 election (7-0).
• Adjourned to executive session for legal advice on council terms (7-0).
• Adjourned the executive session (7-0).

02/22/2022

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss procedures and training for several advisory boards. The discussion includes the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Committee. Topics include membership numbers, chair elections, and committee restructuring.

• Discussion on Planning and Zoning Commission membership (five or seven members)
• Process for electing a Chair for the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Restructuring of the Parks and Recreation Committee to include Beautification, Library, and Cemetery

02/22/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council will consider approving a new USPS Lease Agreement and authorizing the Town Manager to sign it. The Council will also discuss designating a Council seat to a two-year term for the 2022 election. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of recent accounts payable and payroll expenditures.

• Approval of USPS Lease Agreement
• Designation of a Council seat to a two-year term
• Accounts payable totaling $85,096.02
• Payroll totaling $80,598.50

02/22/2022 - Special Meeting

The Council directed staff that advisory boards, starting with Planning and Zoning, be five-member boards. They decided to rotate the chair and vice chair annually by vote of the commission and to keep commissioner terms at three years with no term limits. Discussion included mandating training and a review process for reappointments, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Directed staff that the Planning and Zoning Commission be a five-member advisory board.
• Decided to rotate the chair and vice chair annually by vote of the Commission.
• Decided to keep commissioners' terms at three years with no limitation on the number of terms.
• Discussed, but did not decide, mandating training and using a review process for reappointment.

02/08/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council adopted Resolution No. 22-04 supporting the Arizona Legislature's vote to exceed the Constitutional Aggregate Expenditure Limit for FY2022, allowing school districts to spend already-appropriated funds. The council also approved a liquor license application for a beer garden at Buck Connors Western Days, appointed Devyn Rosner to the Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board, and tabled Planning and Zoning Commission appointments until after a February 22 work session.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-04 supporting override of Arizona Constitutional Aggregate Expenditure Limit FY2022 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special event liquor license for beer garden at Buck Connors Western Days, March 18-19, 2022 (7-0)
• Appointed Devyn Rosner to Quartzsite Special Projects, Inc. Board of Directors (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Tabled Planning and Zoning Commission appointment and reappointments until after February 22 special meeting (7-0)
• Set work session for February 22 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss advisory board restructuring (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and payroll totaling $155,538.94 (7-0)

01/25/2022

The Council will discuss Resolution No. 22-03, which supports a proposed Commnet Broadband project for La Paz County. Members will also review potential changes to COVID-19 protection procedures in Town facilities. The meeting includes swearing in new council members and approving various financial payments.

• Resolution No. 22-03 supporting the Commnet Broadband project
• Discussion of COVID-19 protection procedure changes for Town facilities
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $86,048.15
• Approval of payroll totaling $83,739.86
• Swearing in of new Council members

01/25/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council voted 7-0 to adopt Resolution No. 22-03, supporting Commnet Broadband's proposed broadband project in La Paz County. The council also approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable totaling $169,788.01 and minutes from two prior meetings. New Council Member Sam Saxton was sworn in. No other substantive decisions were made; the council agreed to continue existing COVID-19 protection measures.

• Adopted Resolution 22-03 supporting Commnet Broadband project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $169,788.01 (7-0)
• Swore in new Council Member Sam Saxton
• Continued existing COVID-19 protection measures in town facilities

01/15/2022

The Town of Quartzsite Common Council will conduct interviews with candidates for a vacant council seat. The council will also consider appointing an applicant to fill the vacancy left by Beverly Cunningham until the August 2022 election.

• Interviews of applicants for one vacant Town Council seat
• Appointment to fill a vacancy created by the passing of Beverly Cunningham

01/15/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council interviewed seven applicants for one vacant council seat and, after multiple nomination votes, appointed Sam Saxton by a 4-2 vote. The vacancy was created by the passing of Council Member Beverly Cunningham, and the appointment runs until the next regular election in August 2022. The meeting included an executive session for legal advice on the applicants.

• Appointed Sam Saxton to fill vacant Council seat (4-2)
• Nominated Robert St. Germain to move forward in discussion (4-2)
• Nominated Devyn Rosner to move forward in discussion (4-2)
• Nominated Dana Tague to move forward — failed (2-4)
• Nominated Sam Saxton to move forward in discussion (4-2)
• Nominated 'Gunny' (Robert St. Germain) for appointment — failed (2-4)
• Nominated Devyn Rosner for appointment — failed (2-4)
• Adjourned to executive session for legal advice (6-0)

01/11/2022

The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss integrating Camel Express into the Google GTFS transit system. The meeting also includes discussions on park improvements and lease renewals for the 80-acre Town Park property. Additionally, the Council will review COVID-19 protection measures for town facilities.

• Authorization for Camel Express to join the Google GTFS transit system
• Resolution 22-01 regarding the Arizona State Parks Grant Program for park improvements
• Resolution 22-02 for a lease renewal with the BLM for the 80-acre Town Park property
• Approval of a contract with Cliff O’Neill dba Trebol Consulting for technical assistance
• Discussion on COVID-19 protection measures for Town facilities

01/11/2022

The Quartzsite Town Council approved several items, including joining Google's transit feed system, closing a transit grant public hearing, authorizing state park grant documents and a BLM lease renewal, and hiring the retiring assistant town manager as a consultant. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also set rules for interviewing council applicants.

• Approved consent agenda including $401,462.35 in checks (6-0)
• Approved Camel Express joining Google's GTFS system (6-0)
• Closed Transit Grant public hearing (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-01 for State Parks grant documents (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-02 for BLM lease renewal (6-0)
• Approved contract with Cliff O'Neill dba Trebol Consulting at $2,000/month (6-0)
• Decided to exclude council applicants unavailable for Jan 15 interview (6-0)