Quartzsite public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
12/24/24
The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, was canceled. The next regular meeting will resume on January 14, 2025. No decisions were made.
- Canceled December 24, 2024 regular council meeting
- Scheduled next regular council meeting for January 14, 2025
12/19/24
The Quartzsite Common Council held a special meeting on December 19, 2024, with the sole agenda item being a bid award for the Senior Center Rehabilitation Project. The minutes record the agenda and background, but no final action or vote is documented in the provided text. The proposed action was to approve a $172,500 agreement with IQ Builders, LLC.
- No formal decision recorded in minutes; bid award for Senior Center Rehabilitation Project was on the agenda for discussion and possible action
12/19/24 Special Meeting
The Quartzsite Common Council unanimously approved a bid award and agreement with IQ Builders, LLC for the Senior Center Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $172,500. The project is expected to be completed by the end of January, with the town covering the funding difference to meet CDBG time requirements. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $172,500 bid award and agreement to IQ Builders, LLC for Senior Center Rehabilitation Project (7-0)
12/10/24 Regular Council Meeting
The Quartzsite Town Council seated newly elected and appointed council members, including Mayor Simpson and Council Member Ensunsa, and unanimously appointed Council Member Amon as Vice Mayor. The council also approved the consent agenda, reappointed alternate check signers, and directed staff to pursue grant-funded projects for the Senior Center and Town Park splash pad. A resident requested denial of the RTR event permit, but no action was taken on that request.
- Seated elected council members (Mayor Simpson, Bearcat, Amon, Nichols) and appointed Council Member Ensunsa (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $436,005.94 in checks and November minutes (7-0)
- Appointed Council Member Amon as Vice Mayor (7-0)
- Reappointed Vice Mayor Amon and Council Member Bearcat as Alternate Elected Designated Check Signers (7-0)
- Directed staff to pursue all options to keep CDBG Senior Center and State Parks splash pad projects moving
- Adjourned to executive session and returned to open session (7-0)
12/10/24
This regular meeting includes the swearing in of newly elected Mayor Norm Simpson and Council Members Starr Bearcat, Karey Amon, Nancy Nichols, and Gary Ensunsa. The council will also consider a proclamation for Wreaths Across America Day, approve a consent agenda with $436,005.94 in payments, discuss the designation of a Vice Mayor, and appoint two alternate elected check signers.
- Swearing in of new Mayor Norm Simpson and Council Members Starr Bearcat, Karey Amon, Nancy Nichols, and Gary Ensunsa
- Proclamation designating December 14, 2024 as National Wreaths Across America Day
- Approval of accounts payable ($154,442.18) and payroll ($281,563.76) totaling $436,005.94
- Discussion and possible designation of a Council member as Vice Mayor
- Appointment of two Alternate Elected Designated Check Signers for a two-year term beginning January 10, 2025
11/12/24
The Quartzsite Town Council will discuss increasing council member compensation and invite public comment. They will also consider approving the consent agenda, which includes accounts payable totaling $489,417.59 and minutes from previous meetings. A new Public Works employee will be introduced.
- Discussion and possible future action on council member salary increase
- Consent agenda: $394,853.14 in accounts payable and $94,564.45 in payroll
- New employee presentation for Maintenance Worker I Jose Moreno
- Approval of minutes from October 22, October 29, and November 5, 2024 meetings
- Public comment period at start of meeting
11/06/24 Special Meeting
The Quartzsite Common Council will hold secondary interviews and discuss appointing a new member to the council seat that will become vacant when Council Member Nichols assumes her elected four‑year term. The appointment, if approved, would take effect at the regular council meeting on December 10, 2024. An executive session may be called to receive legal advice on the appointment process.
- Secondary interviews for selection of an appointee to the vacant council seat
- Discussion and possible appointment of a council applicant to fill the vacancy effective Dec 10, 2024
- Executive session to obtain legal advice regarding the appointment
10/29/24 Special Meeting
The Quartzsite Common Council will interview applicants for the council seat vacated by Sam Saxton's resignation. After public comment, the council will move to an executive session for legal advice on the appointments. The council will then decide which applicant, if any, to appoint to serve until the 2026 regular election.
- Interview process for seven applicants to fill the vacant council seat
- Executive session to discuss legal advice on council appointments (A.R.S. §38-430.03)
- Council vote on appointing one applicant to serve until the 2026 election
10/28/24 CANCELED Special Meeting CANCELED
The scheduled special meeting of the Town of Quartzsite Common Council was canceled. The agenda had listed interviews for a vacant seat and an executive session regarding employment or appointment.
- Interviews for vacant seat: Randy Smith, Gary Ensuna, Steve Schue, and Enrique Romero
08/13/2024
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Public Facilities, Beautification and Culture Awareness Advisory Committee. This committee is proposed to replace the former Parks and Recreation Committee to provide broader recommendations on town facilities, beauty, and culture.
- Discussion of the Public Facilities, Beautification and Culture Awareness Advisory Committee
- Proposed Resolution 24-11 to dissolve the Parks and Recreation Committee
- Proposed creation of a 5-member advisory committee with 2-year staggered terms
07/23/2024
The Quartzsite Common Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, with no changes proposed from the tentative budget. The meeting will also consider approving $289,054.12 in accounts payable and $179,279.16 in payroll checks, totaling $468,333.28. Additional discussions include a magistrate court public defender agreement, an emergency operations plan review, and a cell tower lease with American Tower.
- Public hearing to adopt final FY2024-2025 budget with no changes proposed
- Approval of $289,054.12 in accounts payable and $179,279.16 in payroll checks
- Discussion and possible approval of magistrate court public defender agreement with Fred Welch
- Review and possible direction on Town of Quartzsite Emergency Operations Plan
- Discussion and possible action on cell tower lease agreement with American Tower
06/25/24
The Common Council will consider the adoption of the FY 2024-2025 Tentative Budget and Expenditure Limitation. Additional items include a solar system loan for the No. 3 Well Site and amendments to mobile home park space requirements.
- Resolution No. 24-09: Solar system installation at Town No. 3 Well Site via WIFA loan
- FY 2024-2025 Tentative Budget and Expenditure Limitation adoption
- Ordinance No. 24-02: Reducing mobile home park minimum space from 5,000 to 3,000 sq. ft.
- Kroger Opioid Settlement participation form execution
- Cancellation of July 9 and August 27 Town Council meetings
06/18/24
The Town Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss amending the Town Zoning Code to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). This discussion follows recommendations from the 2024 General Plan Update to increase affordable housing. The meeting aims to review definitions and regulations for these units, also known as casitas or granny flats.
- Review of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) for addition to the Town Zoning Code
- Discussion of ADU definitions and regulations
- Comparison of ADU regulations from Sedona and Bisbee
05/14/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will consider an intergovernmental agreement with the State of Arizona to replace 15 manhole covers and 19 water valves. The council will also discuss appointing James E. Ferguson as Chief Fiscal Officer for fiscal year 2025. Additionally, a discussion is scheduled regarding a proposed new contract for a cell tower on town property.
- Approval of IGA with the State of Arizona to replace 15 manhole covers and 19 water valves
- Designation of James E. Ferguson as Chief Fiscal Officer for FY 2025
- Renewal of Loretta Warner's term as Secretary/Treasurer for the Municipal Property Corporation Board
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $272,103.19 and payroll totaling $91,586.47
- Discussion regarding a proposed new contract for a cell tower on town property
04/23/24
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a permanent base adjustment for expenditure limitations. Other business includes discussing the 2024 General Plan Update, procurement policies for Camel Express, and various financial approvals.
- Public Hearing: Alternative Expenditure Limitation — Permanent Base Adjustment
- Resolution No. 24-06: Permanent Base Adjustment ballot question
- Ordinance No. 24-03: Camel Express FTA Procurement Policy
- Resolution No. 24-05: 2024 General Plan Update
- Consent Agenda: Accounts Payable totaling $143,417.15 and Payroll totaling $91,164.87
04/09/24
The Town Council will consider several business items including a street improvement contract, an intergovernmental agreement for upcoming elections, and a court appointment. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a permanent base adjustment.
- Public Hearing: Alternative Expenditure Limitation — Permanent Base Adjustment
- Pro Tem appointment of Kyndra Aguirre for Magistrate Court
- Intergovernmental Agreement with La Paz County for 2024 Primary and General Elections
- Bid award for Kuehn Street Improvement Project with Paveco, Inc.
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $85,703.36 and payroll totaling $93,962.50
03/26/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the 2024 General Plan Update following a public hearing. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY 2022-2023 annual financial audit.
- Public Hearing: Adoption of the 2024 General Plan Update
- Presentation: FY22-23 Annual Financial Audit by Colby & Powell, PLC
- Approval of Accounts Payable checks #51950-51990 totaling $113,512.97
- Approval of Payroll checks #51943-51949 totaling $93,407.93
- Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Audited Financial Statement and Annual Expenditure Limitation Report
03/26/24
The Town Council is asked to accept the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Audited Financial Statement and Annual Expenditure Limitation Report. The audit was conducted by Colby & Powell, PLC for the period ending June 30, 2023.
- Acceptance of FY2023 Audited Financial Statement
- Acceptance of Annual Expenditure Limitation Report
03/12/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will consider a contract for pavement preservation and a major improvement project for the Town Park. Additionally, the council will discuss alternative expenditure limitation options for the November 2024 ballot.
- Award bid and approve Change Order No. 1 for the Quartzsite Town Park Improvement Project to DWD Construction in the amount of $923,862.16
- Accept bid and approve contract with T&C Seal Coating for FY 2023-2024 pavement preservation plan
- Consider approval of Alternative Expenditure Limitation options for the November 2024 ballot
- Discuss approval of a full time/temporary Utility Clerk position
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $119,415.01 and payroll totaling $94,148.47
02/13/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss several legislative updates and municipal agreements. Key items include a grant for laptop purchases, an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue, and a special event liquor license application.
- Discussion of House Bill 2501 presentation by Duce Minor
- Review of Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue regarding various taxes
- Discussion of Inspection Services Agreement with the Arizona Department of Housing
- Authorization of a Non-Award letter to Gutierrez-Canales Engineering
- Possible approval of $23,240.32 grant for nine Ge Tac laptops from Code 3 Technology
02/13/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will discuss the impact of House Bill 2785 on upcoming elections. The meeting also includes discussions regarding intergovernmental agreements, inspection services, and grant acceptance.
- House Bill 2785 discussion regarding Primary Election dates and ballots
- 2023 Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue
- Inspection Services Agreement between the Arizona Department of Housing and the Town
- Authorization of a Non-Award letter to Gutierrez-Canales Engineering
- Acceptance of $23,240.32 grant for nine Ge Tac laptop computers
020425
The Common Council will conduct interviews for the new Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board. Following an executive session, the council will consider appointing five members to specific one-year and two-year terms.
- Interviews for five Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board applicants
- Appointment of two members for one-year terms expiring January 31, 2026
- Appointment of three members for two-year terms expiring January 31, 2027
2/4/25 Action
The Common Council will conduct interviews for applicants to the new Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board. Following an executive session, the council will consider appointing five board members. These appointments include two one-year terms and three two-year terms.
- Interviews for the Parks, Cultural, and Beautification Advisory Board
- Appointment of five board members
- Executive session regarding board appointments and legal advice
01/23/24
The Quartzsite Common Council will consider Resolution No. 24-02 regarding the August 6, 2024, primary election. The agenda also includes a review of special event fees and applications for community outreach funding. Additionally, the Council will discuss a liquor license application for the Mariachi Festival.
- Resolution No. 24-02 regarding the August 6, 2024, primary election
- Resolution No. 24-01 establishing special event fees and rates
- Liquor license application for the Mariachi Festival at 235 E Ironwood St
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $128,911.58
- Review of community outreach funding applications for non-profit organizations