CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN AVE
3:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN AVE
3:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Daggett called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held June 18, 2024, to order at 3:07 p.m.
NOTICE OF OPTION TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Daggett called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held June 18, 2024, to order at 3:07 p.m.
NOTICE OF OPTION TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the City Council and to the general public that, at this regular meeting, the City Council may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for discussion and consultation with the City’s attorneys for legal advice on any item listed on the following agenda, pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3).
2.
Roll Call
NOTE: One or more Councilmembers may be in attendance through other technological means.
NOTE: One or more Councilmembers may be in attendance through other technological means.
| PRESENT: MAYOR DAGGETT VICE MAYOR ASLAN COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS COUNCILMEMBER HOUSE COUNCILMEMBER MATTHEWS COUNCILMEMBER MCCARTHY COUNCILMEMBER SWEET |
ABSENT: |
Others present: City Manager Greg Clifton; Deputy City Attorney Kevin Fincel.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MISSION STATEMENT, AND LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Councilmember McCarthy read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Councilmember Sweet read the Land Acknowledgement.
The Flagstaff City Council humbly acknowledges the ancestral homelands of this area’s Indigenous nations and original stewards. These lands, still inhabited by Native descendants, border mountains sacred to Indigenous peoples. We honor them, their legacies, their traditions, and their continued contributions. We celebrate their past, present, and future generations who will forever know this place as home.
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Councilmember McCarthy read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Councilmember Sweet read the Land Acknowledgement.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the City of Flagstaff is to protect and enhance the quality of life for all.LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
4.
OPEN CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Open Call to the Public enables the public to address the Council about an item that is not on the prepared agenda. Comments relating to items that are on the agenda will be taken at the time that the item is discussed. Open Call to the Public appears on the agenda twice, at the beginning and at the end. The total time allotted for the first Open Call to the Public is 30 minutes; any additional comments will be held until the second Open Call to the Public.
If you wish to address the Council in person at today's meeting, please complete a comment card and submit it to the recording clerk as soon as possible. Your name will be called when it is your turn to speak. You may address the Council up to three times throughout the meeting, including comments made during Open Call to the Public and Public Comment. Please limit your remarks to three minutes per item to allow everyone an opportunity to speak. At the discretion of the Chair, ten or more persons present at the meeting and wishing to speak may appoint a representative who may have no more than fifteen minutes to speak.
Open Call to the Public enables the public to address the Council about an item that is not on the prepared agenda. Comments relating to items that are on the agenda will be taken at the time that the item is discussed. Open Call to the Public appears on the agenda twice, at the beginning and at the end. The total time allotted for the first Open Call to the Public is 30 minutes; any additional comments will be held until the second Open Call to the Public.
If you wish to address the Council in person at today's meeting, please complete a comment card and submit it to the recording clerk as soon as possible. Your name will be called when it is your turn to speak. You may address the Council up to three times throughout the meeting, including comments made during Open Call to the Public and Public Comment. Please limit your remarks to three minutes per item to allow everyone an opportunity to speak. At the discretion of the Chair, ten or more persons present at the meeting and wishing to speak may appoint a representative who may have no more than fifteen minutes to speak.
Secretary of State Adrian Fontes addressed Council and spoke about the history and symbolism of the Arizona state flag, noting that it was designed in Flagstaff by May Hicks in 1910 and emphasized May Hicks’ importance to Arizona’s heritage. He informed the Council that the May Hicks House on South Leroux Street was scheduled for demolition but said preservation efforts were underway. After learning of the situation through historic preservationists, he committed the full support of the Arizona Department of State, including state archives and libraries, to help preserve the house. He urged the city to use its authority and resources to assist, noting that several proposals were being considered, including relocating the small house. He asked the city to work with his office, pledged to assign staff to the effort, and emphasized the importance of preserving the home of “Arizona’s Betsy Ross.”
Dennis Givens addressed Council and offered brief words of appreciation for each councilmember’s leadership, values, and dedication, as well as praise for city staff. He raised concerns about public safety and quality-of-life issues near South San Francisco Street following the reopening of the Sunshine Mission, citing littering, public urination, and increased police and fire activity, and suggested a paid neighborhood watch to help address these issues. He also proposed health-focused initiatives such as an International Health Awareness Day and exercise programs.
Janine Kelley addressed Council and introduced herself as the new Regional Coordinator for the Jane Austen Society of North America for the Flagstaff–Phoenix area and spoke about the broad appeal of Jane Austen’s work across generations. She announced that, in celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, the society was offering free memberships to students from high school through graduate school through the end of the year. Citing concerns about student depression and social media’s impact, she explained that the society is hosting in-person, student-friendly events to encourage face-to-face connection. She invited the community to a free, multigenerational English country dance workshop in July.
Alicia Formanack, president of High Altitude Roller Derby, addressed Council and described the league’s long-standing role in the Flagstaff community since 2012 and highlighted the league’s charitable contributions to local nonprofits. She explained that the league had recently lost practice space due to the closure of Flagstaff Junior Academy and now relied on limited shared gym space through FUSD, resulting in a significant reduction in practice time. This reduction threatened the league’s ability to serve skaters of all skill levels. She urged the Council to consider developing a multi-purpose indoor sports complex that could accommodate roller derby and other sports year-round.
Deputy City Manager Joanne Keene addressed Council and introduced Emilia Krajewski who is an ACMA Marvin Andrews Fellow who was interning at the County and spent some time recently shadowing city staff.
Dapper Dre addressed Council regarding the city’s Carbon Neutrality Plan and climate emergency declaration. He questioned the pace of progress, noting that many infrastructure projects that would reduce car dependence were not expected to be completed until around 2030. Most new infrastructure continued to prioritize automobile traffic, while pedestrian and bicycle projects were often delayed or dismissed due to funding concerns. He emphasized the need for strategic, near-term actions to encourage multimodal transportation, particularly in the downtown core, such as wider sidewalks, more distinct bike lanes, and better connections along key corridors. He suggested experimenting with street closures for events and taking smaller, incremental steps to meaningfully reduce car dependence rather than relying solely on long-term plans.
Jasmine Jewell addressed Council and spoke in support of reproductive rights and abortion access. She urged support for the nonpartisan Arizona for Abortion Access initiative to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot protecting abortion access. She emphasized the urgency of gathering valid, in-person signatures, called on elected officials to encourage constituents to participate, and framed abortion as essential healthcare and a fundamental human right.
Dennis Givens addressed Council and offered brief words of appreciation for each councilmember’s leadership, values, and dedication, as well as praise for city staff. He raised concerns about public safety and quality-of-life issues near South San Francisco Street following the reopening of the Sunshine Mission, citing littering, public urination, and increased police and fire activity, and suggested a paid neighborhood watch to help address these issues. He also proposed health-focused initiatives such as an International Health Awareness Day and exercise programs.
Janine Kelley addressed Council and introduced herself as the new Regional Coordinator for the Jane Austen Society of North America for the Flagstaff–Phoenix area and spoke about the broad appeal of Jane Austen’s work across generations. She announced that, in celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, the society was offering free memberships to students from high school through graduate school through the end of the year. Citing concerns about student depression and social media’s impact, she explained that the society is hosting in-person, student-friendly events to encourage face-to-face connection. She invited the community to a free, multigenerational English country dance workshop in July.
Alicia Formanack, president of High Altitude Roller Derby, addressed Council and described the league’s long-standing role in the Flagstaff community since 2012 and highlighted the league’s charitable contributions to local nonprofits. She explained that the league had recently lost practice space due to the closure of Flagstaff Junior Academy and now relied on limited shared gym space through FUSD, resulting in a significant reduction in practice time. This reduction threatened the league’s ability to serve skaters of all skill levels. She urged the Council to consider developing a multi-purpose indoor sports complex that could accommodate roller derby and other sports year-round.
Deputy City Manager Joanne Keene addressed Council and introduced Emilia Krajewski who is an ACMA Marvin Andrews Fellow who was interning at the County and spent some time recently shadowing city staff.
Dapper Dre addressed Council regarding the city’s Carbon Neutrality Plan and climate emergency declaration. He questioned the pace of progress, noting that many infrastructure projects that would reduce car dependence were not expected to be completed until around 2030. Most new infrastructure continued to prioritize automobile traffic, while pedestrian and bicycle projects were often delayed or dismissed due to funding concerns. He emphasized the need for strategic, near-term actions to encourage multimodal transportation, particularly in the downtown core, such as wider sidewalks, more distinct bike lanes, and better connections along key corridors. He suggested experimenting with street closures for events and taking smaller, incremental steps to meaningfully reduce car dependence rather than relying solely on long-term plans.
Jasmine Jewell addressed Council and spoke in support of reproductive rights and abortion access. She urged support for the nonpartisan Arizona for Abortion Access initiative to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot protecting abortion access. She emphasized the urgency of gathering valid, in-person signatures, called on elected officials to encourage constituents to participate, and framed abortion as essential healthcare and a fundamental human right.
5.
PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
A.
Proclamation: Waste and Recycling Workers Week
Mayor Daggett read and presented the proclamation.
B.
Proclamation: Juneteenth
Vice Mayor Aslan read and presented the proclamation.
C.
Recognition of Police Chief Dan Musselman
Mr. Clifton and Senior Deputy City Manager Shannon Anderson honored Police Chief Dan Musselman for his nearly three decades of dedicated public service to the Flagstaff community. He joined the Flagstaff Police Department in 1995 and served in every rank, from officer to Deputy Chief, before being promoted to Police Chief in 2020. Prior to joining the department, he also served with the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Army Reserve, totaling more than 30 years of public service.
As Chief, he emphasized community engagement through programs such as toy drives, Special Olympics, Coffee with a Cop, and other outreach efforts. He prioritized officer training, wellness, retention, and modernized resources, while strengthening crisis response through the CARE Unit and additional mental health support in dispatch. He played a key role in establishing the High Country Police Academy, allowing officers to be trained locally, and supported new technologies to improve customer service for 911 callers.
Under his leadership, Flagstaff experienced notable reductions in both property and violent crime, over 30 percent during his tenure as Chief. He also served on the United Way of Northern Arizona Community Investment Team and was recently recognized by Northern Arizona University with an MPA Public Service Award.
Colleagues, community partners, and city leadership expressed deep appreciation for his steady leadership, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and for leaving the department in a strong position. In his remarks, Chief Musselman thanked his family, colleagues, and the community, and shared plans to remain active in Flagstaff through volunteering, cycling, and community involvement following his retirement.
A break was held from 3:50 p.m. through 4:07 p.m.
As Chief, he emphasized community engagement through programs such as toy drives, Special Olympics, Coffee with a Cop, and other outreach efforts. He prioritized officer training, wellness, retention, and modernized resources, while strengthening crisis response through the CARE Unit and additional mental health support in dispatch. He played a key role in establishing the High Country Police Academy, allowing officers to be trained locally, and supported new technologies to improve customer service for 911 callers.
Under his leadership, Flagstaff experienced notable reductions in both property and violent crime, over 30 percent during his tenure as Chief. He also served on the United Way of Northern Arizona Community Investment Team and was recently recognized by Northern Arizona University with an MPA Public Service Award.
Colleagues, community partners, and city leadership expressed deep appreciation for his steady leadership, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and for leaving the department in a strong position. In his remarks, Chief Musselman thanked his family, colleagues, and the community, and shared plans to remain active in Flagstaff through volunteering, cycling, and community involvement following his retirement.
A break was held from 3:50 p.m. through 4:07 p.m.
6.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Councilmember Sweet announced an upcoming Water Commission meeting scheduled later that week.
Councilmember McCarthy reported attending the Transportation Commission meeting and the Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting.
Councilmember Harris thanked those who attended the Juneteenth Gala on Friday and the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, noting both events were well attended and successful.
Councilmember Matthews shared that the CJCC meeting last week included the beginning of celebrations honoring Chief Musselman. She also noted missing an Indigenous Commission meeting but highlighted a meaningful meeting with youth from the Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff to discuss future planning for the Indigenous Cultural Center, expressing appreciation for their enthusiasm, ideas, and involvement in the project’s future.
Councilmember McCarthy reported attending the Transportation Commission meeting and the Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting.
Councilmember Harris thanked those who attended the Juneteenth Gala on Friday and the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, noting both events were well attended and successful.
Councilmember Matthews shared that the CJCC meeting last week included the beginning of celebrations honoring Chief Musselman. She also noted missing an Indigenous Commission meeting but highlighted a meaningful meeting with youth from the Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff to discuss future planning for the Indigenous Cultural Center, expressing appreciation for their enthusiasm, ideas, and involvement in the project’s future.
7.
LIQUOR LICENSE PUBLIC HEARINGS
Applications under Liquor License Public Hearings may be considered under one public hearing and may be acted upon by one motion unless otherwise requested by Council.
Applications under Liquor License Public Hearings may be considered under one public hearing and may be acted upon by one motion unless otherwise requested by Council.
A.
Consideration and Action on Liquor License Application: Jacob Theodore Paullk, "Cinders Liquors LLC," 5620 N US HWY 89, Series 09 (Liquor Store), Sampling Privileges
Mayor Daggett opened the public hearing on the application.
Sergeant Nick Almendarez introduced the application and noted no concerns.
There being no public comment Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Sergeant Nick Almendarez introduced the application and noted no concerns.
There being no public comment Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to forward the application to the state with a recommendation for approval.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Consideration and Action on Liquor License Application: Jamie William Thousand, "ROUX 66," 2620 N Steves Blvd, Series 12 (Restaurant), New License
Mayor Daggett opened the public hearing on the application.
Sergeant Almendarez introduced the application and noted no concerns.
There being no public comment Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Sergeant Almendarez introduced the application and noted no concerns.
There being no public comment Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Deborah Harris to forward the application to the state with a recommendation for approval.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
8.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters under Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine. Unless a member of City Council expresses a desire at the meeting to remove an item from the Consent Agenda for discussion, the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the agenda. Unless otherwise indicated, expenditures approved by Council are budgeted items.
All matters under Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine. Unless a member of City Council expresses a desire at the meeting to remove an item from the Consent Agenda for discussion, the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the agenda. Unless otherwise indicated, expenditures approved by Council are budgeted items.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Cooperative Purchase Contract with Flock Group, Inc. dba Flock Safety in the amount of $124,100 plus fees and taxes, for the purchase of Flock Safety cameras and software for the Flagstaff Police Department.
- Cooperative Purchase Contract with Flock Group, Inc. dba Flock Safety in the amount of $124,100 plus fees and taxes, for the purchase of Flock Safety cameras and software for the Flagstaff Police Department; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
B.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Approve the Contract for the Purchase of Materials/Services with Southwest Tank and Steel, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $353,518 for water storage tank maintenance and painting.
- Approve the Contract for the Purchase of Materials/Services with Southwest Tank and Steel, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $353,518 for water storage tank maintenance and painting; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
C.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: 2024 Renewal of the Master Agreement for Software Maintenance with Hexagon for software utilized by the City of Flagstaff Police Department in the amount of $288,790.92, plus applicable taxes.
- Approve the 2024 Renewal of the Master Agreement for Software Maintenance with Hexagon in the amount of $288,790.92, plus applicable taxes; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
D.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Approve Two City-Wide Custodial Services Contracts; CD Phoenix, LLC dba DetailXPerts and Pinnacle Janitorial, Inc. dba Building Services
- Approve Two City-Wide Custodial Services Contracts; CD Phoenix, LLC dba DetailXPerts (10 Facilities) and Pinnacle Janitorial, Inc. dba Building Services (12 Facilities); and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
E.
Consideration and Approval of Grant Agreement: Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Agreement between the City of Flagstaff and the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration for the Butler Avenue Complete Streets Conversion project.
- Approve the Grant Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration in the amount of $12,014,989 of which $9,611,991 is Federal Highway Administration share, and $2,402,998 is City of Flagstaff share as part of a grant match; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
F.
Consideration and Approval of Ratification of Contract: Ratify Expenditure and Approval of Cooperative Purchase Contract with HyeTech Network & Security Solutions, LLC for the IT Section to purchase network and security hardware and services for the fiscal year budgeted amount for the term of the Agency Contract.
- Ratify an expenditure of $156,051.25 for network and security hardware and services from HyeTech Network & Security Solutions, LLC; and
- Approve the Cooperative Purchase Contract with HyeTech Network & Security Solutions, LLC for the IT Section to purchase network and security hardware and services for the fiscal year budgeted amount for the term of the Agency Contract; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
G.
Consideration and Approval of Memorandum of Agreement for Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Application: A Memorandum of Agreement by and between the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and the City of Sedona is required for grant submission to the Environmental Protection Agency Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Program.
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and the City of Sedona and authorize the City of Flagstaff City Manager to execute the Agreement and any other Agreements related to the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant.
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and the City of Sedona and authorize the City of Flagstaff City Manager to execute the Agreement and any other Agreements related to the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant.
H.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Amended and Restated Contract (Third Amendment) with Flagstaff Arts Council (Creative Flagstaff) for Lead Arts Agency Services; Arts, Science and Culture grant administration; ARPA grant administration; activation of the Coconino Center for the Arts; and ArtX festival.
Approve Amended and Restated Contract with Flagstaff Arts Council in an amount not to exceed $875,626.00
Approve Amended and Restated Contract with Flagstaff Arts Council in an amount not to exceed $875,626.00
9.
ROUTINE ITEMS
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-22 and Ordinance No. 2024-16: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the City Clerk and entitled "2024 amendments to chapters 2-03, 2-13, 2-14, 2-20, and 3-06 of the city code related to the parks and recreation commission, tourism commission, beautification and public art commission, open spaces commission, and hospitality industry tax revenues" and An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, amending the Flagstaff City Code, Title 2, Boards and Commissions, Chapters 2-03, Parks and Recreation Commission, 2-13, Tourism Commission, 2-14, Beautification and Public Art Commission, and 2-20, Open Spaces Commission, and Title 3, Business Regulations, Chapter 3-06, Hospitality Industry Tax Revenues, by adopting by reference that certain document entitled "2024 Amendments to Chapters 2-03, 2-13, 2-14, 2-20, and 3-06 of the City Code Related to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Tourism Commission, Beautification and Public Art Commission, Open Spaces Commission, and Hospitality Industry Tax Revenues," providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances, severability, clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to adopt Resolution No. 2024-22.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Ordinance No. 2024-16 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF CITY CODE, TITLE 2, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS, CHAPTERS 2-03, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, 2-13, TOURISM COMMISSION, 2-14, BEAUTIFICATION AND PUBLIC ART COMMISSION, AND 2-20, OPEN SPACES COMMISSION, AND TITLE 3, BUSINESS REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 3-06, HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY TAX REVENUES, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT ENTITLED “2024 AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTERS 2-03, 2-13, 2-14, 2-20, AND 3-06 OF THE CITY CODE RELATED TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, TOURISM COMMISSION, BEAUTIFICATION AND PUBLIC ART COMMISSION, OPEN SPACES COMMISSION, AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY TAX REVENUES,” PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to adopt Ordinance No. 2024-16.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Consideration and Approval of Ratification of Contract: Ratify the Cooperative Purchase Contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $183,072.68 for radio equipment and accessories for the Flagstaff Police Department.
Police Special Services Supervisor Kristen Decker provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
MOTOROLA RADIO PURCHASE
RADIO HISTORY
MOTOROLA SELECTION
CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS
PROCUREMENT
RATIFICATION REQUEST
Kelly Cullen addressed Council to express concern over the City of Flagstaff’s sole-source purchase practices, arguing they unfairly exclude local businesses from bidding. He noted that over the past two years, nearly $5 million in related purchases were approved without competitive bids. The city’s justification for the current purchase, using a specific brand of radios to reuse existing batteries and for encryption, was insufficient, as other major brands offer the same encryption and are also on the Arizona State contract. He also noted that surrounding counties, tribal lands, and cities use competitive bidding, often saving money. He urged the Council to table the purchase until it undergoes a proper bidding process, emphasizing that the goal is simply the opportunity to compete for the contract.
The Council discussed the urgent purchase of radios for the Police Department and the use of a state procurement contract rather than a local competitive bid. The decision to use the state contract was driven by timing due to the current budget year ending with the funds (linked to ARPA allocations) needing to be spent before the end of the fiscal year and rising radio prices. Some councilmembers expressed disappointment that local businesses were not given the opportunity to bid, however staff explained that the Cooperative State contract allowed a legal, fair, and expedited process that was open for anyone to bid on.
Staff clarified that the urgency was partly financial and partly operational, as some radios were failing and officers needed standardized equipment. They emphasized that using Motorola radios ensured compatibility with other city departments and maintained required security features.
Council discussed the broader issue of supporting local businesses and suggested encouraging them to participate in state-level procurements, noting there is no local preference allowed under Arizona law. Staff and Council agreed that future radio purchases should ideally go through a city-led competitive process to give local businesses a chance to participate, even though winning was not guaranteed.
MOTOROLA RADIO PURCHASE
RADIO HISTORY
MOTOROLA SELECTION
CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS
PROCUREMENT
RATIFICATION REQUEST
Kelly Cullen addressed Council to express concern over the City of Flagstaff’s sole-source purchase practices, arguing they unfairly exclude local businesses from bidding. He noted that over the past two years, nearly $5 million in related purchases were approved without competitive bids. The city’s justification for the current purchase, using a specific brand of radios to reuse existing batteries and for encryption, was insufficient, as other major brands offer the same encryption and are also on the Arizona State contract. He also noted that surrounding counties, tribal lands, and cities use competitive bidding, often saving money. He urged the Council to table the purchase until it undergoes a proper bidding process, emphasizing that the goal is simply the opportunity to compete for the contract.
The Council discussed the urgent purchase of radios for the Police Department and the use of a state procurement contract rather than a local competitive bid. The decision to use the state contract was driven by timing due to the current budget year ending with the funds (linked to ARPA allocations) needing to be spent before the end of the fiscal year and rising radio prices. Some councilmembers expressed disappointment that local businesses were not given the opportunity to bid, however staff explained that the Cooperative State contract allowed a legal, fair, and expedited process that was open for anyone to bid on.
Staff clarified that the urgency was partly financial and partly operational, as some radios were failing and officers needed standardized equipment. They emphasized that using Motorola radios ensured compatibility with other city departments and maintained required security features.
Council discussed the broader issue of supporting local businesses and suggested encouraging them to participate in state-level procurements, noting there is no local preference allowed under Arizona law. Staff and Council agreed that future radio purchases should ideally go through a city-led competitive process to give local businesses a chance to participate, even though winning was not guaranteed.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Deborah Harris to ratify the Cooperative Purchase Contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $183,072.68 for radio equipment and accessories for the Flagstaff Police Department and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Vote: 6 - 1
- NAY:
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Vice Mayor Austin Aslan
C.
Consideration and Approval of Preliminary Plat: TLC PC Land Investors. LLC requests Preliminary Plat approval for Ghost Tree at Pine Canyon located at 3201 South Clubhouse Circle, a 12-unit single-family home subdivision on 7.87 acres in the Single-Family Residential (R1) Zone.
Planner Wesley Welch provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
GHOST TREE II
PZ-21-00155-07 PRELIMINARY PLAT
REQUEST OVERVIEW
VICINITY MAP
BACKGROUND
GHOST TREE II PRELIMINARY PLAT
REQUIRED FINDING #1: ZONING CODE (TITLE 10)
MEETS R1 ZONE STANDARDS
RESOURCE PROTECTION STANDARDS
RESOURCE PROTECTION PLAN
MEETS OTHER RELEVANT STANDARDS
REQUIRED FINDING #2: ENGINEERING STANDARDS (TITLE 13)
MEETS ENGINEERING STANDARDS
REQUIRED FINDING #3: SUBDIVISION STANDARDS (TITLE 11)
MEETS SUBDIVISION AND LAND SPLIT REGULATIONS (CHAPTER 11-20)
RECOMMENDATION
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Council discussed the relationship between the Pine Canyon development and nearby trails, including the Arizona Trail and local foot trails. Mr. Welch and Lindsay Schube with Gammage and Burnam, on behalf of the developer, clarified that the development did not negatively impact the Arizona Trail and that most FUTS trails remained public and accessible. The Pine Canyon community had a gated entrance that was open during the day, allowing public access to trails during those hours, while trails outside the development were open 24/7.
Council emphasized the importance of ensuring public connectivity, especially for non-residents, and asked about potential future changes to the Arizona Trail. The developers committed to working with staff and trail organizations to maintain responsible stewardship of the trail and accommodate any relocations based on topography and natural beauty, rather than development constraints.
Questions were also raised about how public access was managed, including gates and signage, and about parking areas that provided access to the exterior trails. It was confirmed that public use would be preserved, and maps were used to clarify which parcels were involved and where private property begins versus public trail access.
GHOST TREE II
PZ-21-00155-07 PRELIMINARY PLAT
REQUEST OVERVIEW
VICINITY MAP
BACKGROUND
GHOST TREE II PRELIMINARY PLAT
REQUIRED FINDING #1: ZONING CODE (TITLE 10)
MEETS R1 ZONE STANDARDS
RESOURCE PROTECTION STANDARDS
RESOURCE PROTECTION PLAN
MEETS OTHER RELEVANT STANDARDS
REQUIRED FINDING #2: ENGINEERING STANDARDS (TITLE 13)
MEETS ENGINEERING STANDARDS
REQUIRED FINDING #3: SUBDIVISION STANDARDS (TITLE 11)
MEETS SUBDIVISION AND LAND SPLIT REGULATIONS (CHAPTER 11-20)
RECOMMENDATION
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Council discussed the relationship between the Pine Canyon development and nearby trails, including the Arizona Trail and local foot trails. Mr. Welch and Lindsay Schube with Gammage and Burnam, on behalf of the developer, clarified that the development did not negatively impact the Arizona Trail and that most FUTS trails remained public and accessible. The Pine Canyon community had a gated entrance that was open during the day, allowing public access to trails during those hours, while trails outside the development were open 24/7.
Council emphasized the importance of ensuring public connectivity, especially for non-residents, and asked about potential future changes to the Arizona Trail. The developers committed to working with staff and trail organizations to maintain responsible stewardship of the trail and accommodate any relocations based on topography and natural beauty, rather than development constraints.
Questions were also raised about how public access was managed, including gates and signage, and about parking areas that provided access to the exterior trails. It was confirmed that public use would be preserved, and maps were used to clarify which parcels were involved and where private property begins versus public trail access.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Preliminary Plat in accordance with the findings presented in this report, the following conditions, and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation of approval (7-0 vote in favor on May 8, 2024). The Preliminary Plat is granted a reduction of 1.5% from the preservation requirement of 70% for the 17%-24.99% slope resources based on the request provided.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
10.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-30 and Ordinance No. 2024-19: A Resolution of the Flagstaff City Council declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the City Clerk and entitled "Water Services Rates Code Changes" and An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, amending the Flagstaff City Code Title 3, Business Regulations, Section 3-10-001-0008 License Fees and Title 7, Health and Sanitation, Chapter 7-02 Wastewater Regulations, and Chapter 7-03 Water Regulations, by adopting by reference that certain document entitled "Water Services Rates Code Changes"; providing for penalties, repeal of conflicting ordinances, severability, and establishing an effective date
Mayor Daggett opened the public hearing.
Water Resources Manager Erin Young introduced the discussion, noting that there was no formal presentation, but that staff were available to answer questions, supported by prepared slides and technical input from Stantec.
Councilmember Matthews expressed concerns about the presentation of long-term assumptions in the financial model, particularly the 5% increase after five years. She sought clarification that this assumption would not appear in the finalized document. Staff confirmed that the redlined code accounted for a five-year adoption period, and longer-term projections were only used for modeling purposes. Councilmember Matthews emphasized the need for transparency and suggested that the Council receive progress reports on water and wastewater projects every three years to monitor delivery, costs, and timelines. Staff supported the idea, highlighting the importance of keeping the community informed given external factors that could affect the plan.
Water Services Director Shannon Jones and Mr. Clifton confirmed that additional communication would be made, including highlighting updates during budget reviews and potentially through quarterly reports to Council to track project completion, timelines, and costs. Councilmember Matthews stressed the importance of visual reporting to understand whether projects were completed on schedule and within budget.
Michelle James, Executive Director of Friends of Flag’s Future, addressed Council and thanked Water Services staff for engaging with the community. She expressed concerns about the impact of rate increases on lower- and fixed-income households. She suggested forming a citizen committee by the end of 2024 to explore emergency funding for residents who could not afford increases, and to review collection practices to minimize shutoffs.
Joe Galli, Senior Advisor for the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, addressed Council and thanked the Council and staff for including the business community in discussions. He noted concerns about the initial 15% annual rate increases and appreciated the reduction to 10%. He emphasized the need for certainty for businesses and timely project delivery to support economic growth, while acknowledging that delays in project execution have occurred.
Stephen Puhr addressed Council to highlight the challenges of predicting inflation and the potential overestimation in current rate increases. He encouraged the city to use long-term market-based inflation indexes and adjust rates downward if projections prove too high. He emphasized that this approach would allow continued funding of capital projects without overburdening ratepayers.
There being no further public comment, Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
The council continued its discussion on the rate adjustments, focusing on the possibility of revisiting rates in the future if circumstances change. Councilmember Harris asked whether the Council could revisit the rates in two years if conditions differed from current projections, and whether doing so would create any issues. Staff confirmed that the Council had full authority to adjust rates in the future, as outlined in the ordinance, making it procedurally possible to revisit and revise the rates.
Councilmember McCarthy cautioned that while the Council could make changes at any time, doing so would be costly due to the need for recalculations, consultant services, and other resources. Councilmember Matthews added that revisiting rates in three years could also allow the city to adjust for inaccuracies in inflation projections. She noted that while the projections were rarely exact, reviewing them alongside the cost of service could help prevent over-collection from the community. She emphasized that such an adjustment could be simpler than repeating a full analytic process, focusing on aligning the collected revenue with actual costs and inflation.
Councilmember Harris agreed, stressing that the Council should remain mindful of community impacts. She highlighted that many residents were financially vulnerable. She noted that the rate changes could significantly affect those community members, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and responsiveness to actual conditions.
Councilmember Sweet echoed the sentiments, urging continued attention to community equity concerns. She reiterated the need to explore ways to support residents who may face difficulties paying their bills, reinforcing the earlier discussion about incorporating equity considerations into rate adjustments.
The discussion concluded with a shared understanding that revisiting rates in the future was feasible, that adjustments could consider both inflation and community equity, and that staff should continue developing strategies to support residents who may be disproportionately impacted by rate increases.
Water Resources Manager Erin Young introduced the discussion, noting that there was no formal presentation, but that staff were available to answer questions, supported by prepared slides and technical input from Stantec.
Councilmember Matthews expressed concerns about the presentation of long-term assumptions in the financial model, particularly the 5% increase after five years. She sought clarification that this assumption would not appear in the finalized document. Staff confirmed that the redlined code accounted for a five-year adoption period, and longer-term projections were only used for modeling purposes. Councilmember Matthews emphasized the need for transparency and suggested that the Council receive progress reports on water and wastewater projects every three years to monitor delivery, costs, and timelines. Staff supported the idea, highlighting the importance of keeping the community informed given external factors that could affect the plan.
Water Services Director Shannon Jones and Mr. Clifton confirmed that additional communication would be made, including highlighting updates during budget reviews and potentially through quarterly reports to Council to track project completion, timelines, and costs. Councilmember Matthews stressed the importance of visual reporting to understand whether projects were completed on schedule and within budget.
Michelle James, Executive Director of Friends of Flag’s Future, addressed Council and thanked Water Services staff for engaging with the community. She expressed concerns about the impact of rate increases on lower- and fixed-income households. She suggested forming a citizen committee by the end of 2024 to explore emergency funding for residents who could not afford increases, and to review collection practices to minimize shutoffs.
Joe Galli, Senior Advisor for the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, addressed Council and thanked the Council and staff for including the business community in discussions. He noted concerns about the initial 15% annual rate increases and appreciated the reduction to 10%. He emphasized the need for certainty for businesses and timely project delivery to support economic growth, while acknowledging that delays in project execution have occurred.
Stephen Puhr addressed Council to highlight the challenges of predicting inflation and the potential overestimation in current rate increases. He encouraged the city to use long-term market-based inflation indexes and adjust rates downward if projections prove too high. He emphasized that this approach would allow continued funding of capital projects without overburdening ratepayers.
There being no further public comment, Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
The council continued its discussion on the rate adjustments, focusing on the possibility of revisiting rates in the future if circumstances change. Councilmember Harris asked whether the Council could revisit the rates in two years if conditions differed from current projections, and whether doing so would create any issues. Staff confirmed that the Council had full authority to adjust rates in the future, as outlined in the ordinance, making it procedurally possible to revisit and revise the rates.
Councilmember McCarthy cautioned that while the Council could make changes at any time, doing so would be costly due to the need for recalculations, consultant services, and other resources. Councilmember Matthews added that revisiting rates in three years could also allow the city to adjust for inaccuracies in inflation projections. She noted that while the projections were rarely exact, reviewing them alongside the cost of service could help prevent over-collection from the community. She emphasized that such an adjustment could be simpler than repeating a full analytic process, focusing on aligning the collected revenue with actual costs and inflation.
Councilmember Harris agreed, stressing that the Council should remain mindful of community impacts. She highlighted that many residents were financially vulnerable. She noted that the rate changes could significantly affect those community members, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and responsiveness to actual conditions.
Councilmember Sweet echoed the sentiments, urging continued attention to community equity concerns. She reiterated the need to explore ways to support residents who may face difficulties paying their bills, reinforcing the earlier discussion about incorporating equity considerations into rate adjustments.
The discussion concluded with a shared understanding that revisiting rates in the future was feasible, that adjustments could consider both inflation and community equity, and that staff should continue developing strategies to support residents who may be disproportionately impacted by rate increases.
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Resolution No. 2024-30 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL DECLARING AS A PUBLIC RECORD THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK AND ENTITLED “WATER SERVICES RATES CODE CHANGES”
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Deborah Harris to read Ordinance No. 2024-19 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF CITY CODE, TITLE 3, BUSINESS REGULATIONS, SECTION 3-10-001-0008 LICENSE FEES AND TITLE 7, HEALTH AND SANITATION, CHAPTER 7-02 WASTEWATER REGULATIONS AND CHAPTER 7-03 WATER REGULATIONS, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT ENTITLED “WATER SERVICES RATES CODE CHANGES”; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES, REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
B.
Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget and Property Tax Levy
Mayor Daggett opened the public hearing.
Finance Director Brandi Suda provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered items 10B, 11A, and 12A.
CITY OF FLAGSTAFF FY 2024-2025 BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAXES
BUDGET TIMELINE
LEGAL SCHEDULE A
PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX
PROPERTY TAX RATE HISTORY
PROPERTY ASSESSED VALUES
CITY PROPERTY TAX IMPACT
Councilmember Matthews asked about value changes for properties and why the average increase was not broken down by residential versus commercial. Ms. Suda clarified that the slide showed all properties, with an approximate 4.3% increase, but they also had numbers for the maximum allowed 5% increase. Councilmember Matthews emphasized that residents cared about actual changes in their tax bills, not just overall trends.
Ms. Suda provided examples for residential and commercial properties. A residential property at the 5% maximum would see an increase of $127, while some commercial properties could see a decrease of $537. Councilmember McCarthy then clarified that the budget calculated the tax levy, which was mostly flat, meaning the tax rate went down proportionally as valuations increase. Taxes were not increasing except for new construction, which added to the levy.
It was also noted that primary property taxes were flat, while secondary property taxes, approved by voters under propositions 441 and 442, could go up based on recent debt issuances.
There being no further comment, Mayor Dagget closed the public hearing and convened into a Special Meeting at 5:46 p.m.
Finance Director Brandi Suda provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered items 10B, 11A, and 12A.
CITY OF FLAGSTAFF FY 2024-2025 BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAXES
BUDGET TIMELINE
LEGAL SCHEDULE A
PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX
PROPERTY TAX RATE HISTORY
PROPERTY ASSESSED VALUES
CITY PROPERTY TAX IMPACT
Councilmember Matthews asked about value changes for properties and why the average increase was not broken down by residential versus commercial. Ms. Suda clarified that the slide showed all properties, with an approximate 4.3% increase, but they also had numbers for the maximum allowed 5% increase. Councilmember Matthews emphasized that residents cared about actual changes in their tax bills, not just overall trends.
Ms. Suda provided examples for residential and commercial properties. A residential property at the 5% maximum would see an increase of $127, while some commercial properties could see a decrease of $537. Councilmember McCarthy then clarified that the budget calculated the tax levy, which was mostly flat, meaning the tax rate went down proportionally as valuations increase. Taxes were not increasing except for new construction, which added to the levy.
It was also noted that primary property taxes were flat, while secondary property taxes, approved by voters under propositions 441 and 442, could go up based on recent debt issuances.
There being no further comment, Mayor Dagget closed the public hearing and convened into a Special Meeting at 5:46 p.m.
11.
SPECIAL MEETING
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-27: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, adopting the Budget for the City of Flagstaff for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Resolution No. 2024-27 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL, ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to adopt Resolution No. 2024-27.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Mayor Daggett adjourned the Special Meeting at 5:47 p.m. and reconvened the Regular Meeting.
12.
REGULAR AGENDA
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-17: An ordinance levying upon the assessed valuation of the property within the City of Flagstaff, Arizona, subject to taxation a certain sum upon each one hundred dollars ($100.00) of valuation sufficient to raise the amount estimated to be required in the annual budget, less the amount estimated to be received from other sources of revenue; providing funds for various bond redemptions, for the purpose of paying interest upon bonded indebtedness and providing funds for general municipal expenses, all for the Fiscal Year ending the 30th day of June 2025. (Primary and secondary property tax levies for FY 2024-2025)
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Deborah Harris to read Ordinance No. 2024-17 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, LEVYING UPON THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA, SUBJECT TO TAXATION A CERTAIN SUM UPON EACH ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) OF VALUATION SUFFICIENT TO RAISE THE AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE REQUIRED IN THE ANNUAL BUDGET, LESS THE AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE RECEIVED FROM OTHER SOURCES OF REVENUE; PROVIDING FUNDS FOR VARIOUS BOND REDEMPTIONS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING INTEREST UPON BONDED INDEBTEDNESS AND PROVIDING FUNDS FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL EXPENSES, ALL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING THE 30TH DAY OF JUNE, 2025
B.
Consideration and Approval of Ground Lease Agreement between the City of Flagstaff and Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona, Inc. for the development of affordable rental housing.
Assistant Housing Director Justyna Costa provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
IZABEL STREET GROUND LEASE
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
2240 N. IZABEL STREET
RECENT PARCEL HISTORY
IZABEL STREET APARTMENTS
ORIGINAL SITE PLAN APPROVED MARCH 2019
NORTH BUILDING ELEVATION
SOUTH BUILDING ELEVATION
LEASING OFFICE
GROUND LEASE TERMS
IZABEL STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN
Councilmember Harris shared that while she understood the regulations governing preferential treatment in housing programs, her concern was ensuring that all eligible individuals were aware of available housing opportunities. She expressed a particular interest in reaching populations who had historically been marginalized and may distrust institutional systems. She wanted to know how Housing Solutions planned to reach those individuals beyond the standard referral networks.
Devonna McLaughlin, CEO of Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona, responded by explaining the organization’s processes. She highlighted that Housing Solutions adheres to HUD best practices and funder requirements by taking referrals primarily through the community’s Front Door coordinated entry program, in partnership with agencies like Catholic Charities and Flagstaff Shelter Services. She shared demographic data from existing programs, Sharon Manor and JoJo’s Place, illustrating the diversity of households served and emphasizing their focus on very low-income households, survivors of domestic violence, and people experiencing homelessness. She explained that they could not circumvent the referral system mandated by their funders, as doing so could jeopardize funding and compliance. She expressed willingness to work with partner agencies to enhance outreach in equitable and thoughtful ways, while remaining compliant with federal and state guidelines.
Ms. McLaughlin then presented the Council with an update on a proposed project at the Isabel property and thanked the city for its partnership. She outlined the project’s scope which included the construction of 11 three-bedroom apartments serving very low-income households, including those experiencing homelessness or survivors of domestic violence. She detailed Housing Solutions past successes in developing affordable housing, including JoJo’s Place and Sharon Manor, and highlighted their growing inventory of permanent rental units in Northern Arizona.
Mayor Daggett thanked Housing Solutions for their ongoing efforts, acknowledging the organization’s significant role in addressing the housing crisis, and expressing optimism for continued partnerships to provide safe, affordable housing for the community.
IZABEL STREET GROUND LEASE
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
2240 N. IZABEL STREET
RECENT PARCEL HISTORY
IZABEL STREET APARTMENTS
ORIGINAL SITE PLAN APPROVED MARCH 2019
NORTH BUILDING ELEVATION
SOUTH BUILDING ELEVATION
LEASING OFFICE
GROUND LEASE TERMS
IZABEL STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN
Councilmember Harris shared that while she understood the regulations governing preferential treatment in housing programs, her concern was ensuring that all eligible individuals were aware of available housing opportunities. She expressed a particular interest in reaching populations who had historically been marginalized and may distrust institutional systems. She wanted to know how Housing Solutions planned to reach those individuals beyond the standard referral networks.
Devonna McLaughlin, CEO of Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona, responded by explaining the organization’s processes. She highlighted that Housing Solutions adheres to HUD best practices and funder requirements by taking referrals primarily through the community’s Front Door coordinated entry program, in partnership with agencies like Catholic Charities and Flagstaff Shelter Services. She shared demographic data from existing programs, Sharon Manor and JoJo’s Place, illustrating the diversity of households served and emphasizing their focus on very low-income households, survivors of domestic violence, and people experiencing homelessness. She explained that they could not circumvent the referral system mandated by their funders, as doing so could jeopardize funding and compliance. She expressed willingness to work with partner agencies to enhance outreach in equitable and thoughtful ways, while remaining compliant with federal and state guidelines.
Ms. McLaughlin then presented the Council with an update on a proposed project at the Isabel property and thanked the city for its partnership. She outlined the project’s scope which included the construction of 11 three-bedroom apartments serving very low-income households, including those experiencing homelessness or survivors of domestic violence. She detailed Housing Solutions past successes in developing affordable housing, including JoJo’s Place and Sharon Manor, and highlighted their growing inventory of permanent rental units in Northern Arizona.
Mayor Daggett thanked Housing Solutions for their ongoing efforts, acknowledging the organization’s significant role in addressing the housing crisis, and expressing optimism for continued partnerships to provide safe, affordable housing for the community.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the ground lease with Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona, Inc. and authorize City Manager to execute the ground lease.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-18: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the exchange of real property of substantially equal value with property owners, Gary G. and Mary Eileen Hundelt; providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date; and
Consideration and Approval of Purchase Agreement with Gary G. and Mary Eileen Hundelt.
Consideration and Approval of Purchase Agreement with Gary G. and Mary Eileen Hundelt.
Real Estate Manager Bryce Doty provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
LTO HUNDELT EXCHANGE
VICINITY MAP
BACKGROUND
CONSIDERATIONS
LTO HUNDELT EXCHANGE
VICINITY MAP
BACKGROUND
CONSIDERATIONS
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2024-18 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AUTHORIZING THE EXCHANGE OF REAL PROPERTY OF SUBSTANTIALLY EQUAL VALUE, WITH PROPERTY OWNERS GARY G. AND MARY EILEEN HUNDELT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
D.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-32 and Ordinance No. 2024-20: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the City Clerk and entitled "2024 Revisions to Floodplain Regulations" and an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, amending the Flagstaff City Code, Title 12 Floodplains, Chapter 12-01 Flood Plain Regulations, by adopting by reference that certain document entitled "2024 Revisions to Floodplain Regulations"; providing for penalties, repeal of conflicting ordinances, severability, and establishing an effective date
Stormwater Section Director Ed Schenk provided a brief update on revisions to Chapter 12 of the city code. He acknowledged the contributions of staff members Chase McLeod, Project Manager for Floodplain Management, and City Attorney Sterling Solomon, who conducted a thorough review of the chapter. He explained that the revisions were minor and primarily technical, reflecting updates in FEMA terminology and guidance from the Arizona Department of Water Resources. The changes clarified terms, updated outdated language, and made some implicit provisions explicit. He emphasized that there were no policy changes, no financial impacts, and no effects on the community’s regulations.
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Resolution No. 2024-32 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL DECLARING AS A PUBLIC RECORD THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK AND ENTITLED “2024 REVISIONS TO FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS”
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Ordinance No. 2024-20 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF CITY CODE, TITLE 12 FLOODPLAINS, CHAPTER 12-01 FLOOD PLAIN REGULATIONS, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT ENTITLED “2024 REVISIONS TO FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS”; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES, REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
E.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-31: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, authorizing an amendment to a development agreement for Woodshire on Butler Condominiums. The Development Agreement is between Woodshire on Butler, LLC, and the City of Flagstaff related to the development of approximately 4.06 acres of real property generally located at 2989 E. Butler Avenue (APN 106-04-007B) and 3001 E. Butler Avenue (APN 106-04-006C). (Woodshire on Butler Development Agreement).
Planning Director Michelle McNulty provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
WOODSHIRE ON BUTLER CONDOMINIUMS
PROPOSED AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
VICINITY MAP WITH ZONING
AERIAL
WOODSHIRE TIMELINE
STATUS OF AFFORDABLE UNITS
DA AMENDMENT DISCUSSIONS
PROPOSED DA AMENDMENTS
AFFORDABILITY ANALYSIS
WOODSHIRE ON BUTLER CONDOMINIUMS
PROPOSED AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
VICINITY MAP WITH ZONING
AERIAL
WOODSHIRE TIMELINE
STATUS OF AFFORDABLE UNITS
DA AMENDMENT DISCUSSIONS
PROPOSED DA AMENDMENTS
AFFORDABILITY ANALYSIS
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Resolution No. 2024-31 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN WOODSHIRE ON BUTLER, LLC AND THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF RELATED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 4.06 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3001 EAST BUTLER AVENUE AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to adopt Resolution No. 2024-31.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-28: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, ordering and calling a Special Election of the City for November 5, 2024, in conjunction with the City's General Election, to submit two questions to the qualified electors of Flagstaff with respect to the possible continuation of the City Lodging, Restaurant and Lounge (BBB) tax; and the possible increase and continuation of a local Transaction Privilege Tax (Sales Tax) for the purposes of public transit.
City Clerk Stacy Saltzburg addressed Council regarding Items 12F and 12G regarding the November 5, 2024, election. She explained that the first resolution officially called the special election, which would be held alongside the regular candidate elections. Two ballot measures would be included: the continuation of the existing BBB tax through 2043, and the continuation, and possible increase, of the local public transit transaction privilege tax, which funds Mountain Line services.
The second resolution would approve an intergovernmental agreement with Coconino County to conduct the election It was a standard arrangement since the city did not have the resources to conduct elections independently. The County charged approximately $2 per registered voter, totaling around $100,000 for the election. Ms. Saltzburg also shared that early ballots would be mailed to voters on the active early voting list or upon request, and the election would include polling places. She noted that the city would begin soliciting pro/con statements for the ballot measures, statements are free of charge with a 300-word limit.
The second resolution would approve an intergovernmental agreement with Coconino County to conduct the election It was a standard arrangement since the city did not have the resources to conduct elections independently. The County charged approximately $2 per registered voter, totaling around $100,000 for the election. Ms. Saltzburg also shared that early ballots would be mailed to voters on the active early voting list or upon request, and the election would include polling places. She noted that the city would begin soliciting pro/con statements for the ballot measures, statements are free of charge with a 300-word limit.
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to read Resolution No. 2024-28 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL ORDERING AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION OF THE CITY FOR NOVEMBER 5, 2024, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE CITY’S GENERAL ELECTION, TO SUBMIT TWO QUESTIONS TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF FLAGSTAFF WITH RESPECT TO THE POSSIBLE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY LODGING, RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE (BBB) TAX; AND THE POSSIBLE INCREASE AND CONTINUATION OF A LOCAL TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE TAX (SALES TAX) FOR THE PURPOSES OF PUBLIC TRANSIT
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to adopt Resolution No. 2024-28.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-29: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County for election services for the November 5, 2024 General Election
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Resolution No. 2024-29 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL, APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN COCONINO COUNTY AND THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF FOR ELECTION SERVICES FOR THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL ELECTION
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to adopt Resolution No. 2024-29.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A break was held from 6:32 p.m. through 6:47 p.m.
13.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A.
Carbon Neutrality Plan Biannual Progress Report
Climate Section Director Jenny Neimann, Sustainability Analyst Danae Presler, Health and Resilience Coordinator Brady Henderson, and Sustainability Director Nicole Antonopoulos provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
CNP BIANNUAL UPDATE PROGRESS REPORT
AGENDA – PLANTING SEEDS
BACKGROUND: BUILDING BLOCKS OF CARBON NEUTRALITY
CNP TARGE AREAS IMPACT ALL SECTORS
DIVVYING UP THE CNP AMONG OUR TEAM
CNP GOAL REVIEW
ENERGY USE IN BUILDINGS IN 2030
TRANSPORTATION
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
FOUNDATIONS
TIMELINE
LAYING THE FOUNDATION HIGHLIGHTS
BUILDING COMMUNITY CAPACITY HIGHLIGHTS
INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
INCREASED INCENTIVES HIGHLIGHTS
CODE AND POLICY CHANGE HIGHLIGHTS
COMMUNITY EMISSIONS
Councilmember Matthews raised a question about the city’s efforts to reduce emissions from solid waste and wastewater. Staff explained that achieving carbon neutrality in solid waste would require a 90% reduction. They noted that detailed strategies for reaching that goal would be presented in the fall.
Councilmember McCarthy suggested that methane collection at the landfill could account for much of the projected reductions, highlighting its impact as a potent greenhouse gas. He asked about the current methane levels and the feasibility of capturing it. Staff responded that methane emissions from the city’s landfill were currently very low, not enough to trigger regulatory requirements or justify investment in capture at that time. The emissions shown in the model were projections, not actual on-site measurements. Staff was closely monitoring the situation and would take action if emissions increased, or regulations changed.
Solid Waste Director Sam Beckett added that the landfill’s design and elevation contributed to lower methane production compared to other regions. He noted that future landfill closures would require capping and methane capture, but it was many years away. He confirmed that the current generation of methane was below the thresholds set by the EPA and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
COMMUNITY EMISSIONS PER CAPITA
SIGNIFICANT REDUCTIONS WILL BEGIN IN YEAR SIX
PROGRESS UPDATE
CNP ACTIONS UPDATE - % COMPLETED
BUILDING ENERGY
RENEWABLE ENERGY: WHY AND WHAT
RENEWABLE ENERGY: WHO AND HOW
RENEWABLE ENERGY: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: SOLAR INSTALLATIONS IN FLAGSTAFF
RENEWABLE ENERGY: RECAP
BUILDING ENERGY USE: WHY AND HOW
BUILDING ENERGY USE: WHO AND WHAT
Vice Mayor Aslan asked how retrofitting homes improved health. Ms. Niemann explained that gas stoves were a major concern because combustion indoors produced methane and other pollutants, which could exacerbate conditions like asthma. Beyond gas, retrofitting measures like insulating attics, sealing cracks, and weatherizing homes also improved indoor air quality, kept smoke and allergens out, and made homes more comfortable.
Councilmember Matthews asked about cost savings for residents, noting that gas was typically cheaper than electricity. Ms. Neimann responded that retrofits focused on both energy efficiency and electrification. Insulation and weatherization reduced energy use, and new electric appliances, such as heat pump water heaters and dryers, were far more efficient than gas equivalents. The appliances often used far less energy and could significantly lower utility costs, even if electricity was more expensive per unit. Furnaces were closer to cost parity, particularly when using cold-climate heat pumps. She also noted that electricity rates were more stable over time, whereas natural gas prices fluctuated with global and economic factors, making electric appliances more predictable and reliable for families in the long term.
BUILDING ENERGY USE: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: HOME ENERGY AND WEATHERIZATION REBATE PROGRAM
ENERGY REBATE DISTRIBUTION
Councilmember Harris asked if the rebate programs were only for homeowners or if renters could participate. Ms. Neimann stated that renters could participate if their landlord authorized it.
BUILDING ENERGY USE: RECAP
TRANSPORTATION
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: WHY AND HOW
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: WHO AND WHAT
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: NAU’S VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION EFFORTS
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: RECAP
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: WHY AND HOW
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: WHO AND WHAT
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: BUTLER AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: RECAP
BEYOND GHG EMISSIONS
BUILDING RESILIENCE
IMPROVING EQUITY
COMMUNITY EQUITY
HEPA AIR PURIFIER PROGRAM
TARGETED AND SUSTAINED OUTREACH LED TO 345 APPLICATIONS
DISTRIBUTION ACROSS FLAGSTAFF
RESULTS AND NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
NEXT STEPS
NEXT UPDATE
CONTINUED CAPACITY BUILDING
Councilmember Matthews thanked the staff for their comprehensive presentation, noting that it was helpful to see a complete picture in one session and expressing appreciation for the hard work of all the staff supporting the initiatives.
Councilmember Sweet expressed gratitude for the outreach to the business community, sharing that some downtown neighbors had already been approached with information. She also asked about the city’s e-bike initiative, and staff explained that it was still in development. The initiative aimed to provide e-bikes to communities already served by the city, potentially through city-owned housing developments. E-bikes could serve as car replacements for lower-income residents, although the logistics were still being worked out.
Councilmember Harris asked questions regarding public EV charging stations, confirming that fees were not yet implemented but a study was underway to determine rates. She also raised questions about density in neighborhoods, asking what happened once designated high-density areas were filled. Staff explained that the ongoing land availability and suitability study and code analysis project were addressing those questions. They emphasized that Flagstaff had large amounts of low-density land, including downtown, and that accommodating more density required careful planning, infrastructure considerations, and community discussions. The concept of “missing middle” housing was being explored to balance equity and neighborhood preferences.
Councilmember Harris shared her personal experience with city resources, noting that she had joined Solar Partners, installed a solar array, upgraded her windows and doors, and was in the process of electrifying her appliances. She praised the accessible information the city provides to residents, which helped them make informed decisions about energy efficiency and electrification.
Jason Kordosky, a member of the Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance, addressed Council and commended their efforts toward making Flagstaff carbon neutral by 2030. He praised the sustainability office and its small team for their significant work and informative presentation. He urged the Council to consider expanding the scope of community emissions in the next carbon neutrality plan to include Scope 3 emissions. He noted that while this was not standard practice, investments in companies funding fossil fuel extraction have the same impact as direct contributions. Aligning all aspects of community action with the carbon neutrality goal was critical, the city could not address climate impacts in isolation.
CNP BIANNUAL UPDATE PROGRESS REPORT
AGENDA – PLANTING SEEDS
BACKGROUND: BUILDING BLOCKS OF CARBON NEUTRALITY
CNP TARGE AREAS IMPACT ALL SECTORS
DIVVYING UP THE CNP AMONG OUR TEAM
CNP GOAL REVIEW
ENERGY USE IN BUILDINGS IN 2030
TRANSPORTATION
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
FOUNDATIONS
TIMELINE
LAYING THE FOUNDATION HIGHLIGHTS
BUILDING COMMUNITY CAPACITY HIGHLIGHTS
INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
INCREASED INCENTIVES HIGHLIGHTS
CODE AND POLICY CHANGE HIGHLIGHTS
COMMUNITY EMISSIONS
Councilmember Matthews raised a question about the city’s efforts to reduce emissions from solid waste and wastewater. Staff explained that achieving carbon neutrality in solid waste would require a 90% reduction. They noted that detailed strategies for reaching that goal would be presented in the fall.
Councilmember McCarthy suggested that methane collection at the landfill could account for much of the projected reductions, highlighting its impact as a potent greenhouse gas. He asked about the current methane levels and the feasibility of capturing it. Staff responded that methane emissions from the city’s landfill were currently very low, not enough to trigger regulatory requirements or justify investment in capture at that time. The emissions shown in the model were projections, not actual on-site measurements. Staff was closely monitoring the situation and would take action if emissions increased, or regulations changed.
Solid Waste Director Sam Beckett added that the landfill’s design and elevation contributed to lower methane production compared to other regions. He noted that future landfill closures would require capping and methane capture, but it was many years away. He confirmed that the current generation of methane was below the thresholds set by the EPA and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
COMMUNITY EMISSIONS PER CAPITA
SIGNIFICANT REDUCTIONS WILL BEGIN IN YEAR SIX
PROGRESS UPDATE
CNP ACTIONS UPDATE - % COMPLETED
BUILDING ENERGY
RENEWABLE ENERGY: WHY AND WHAT
RENEWABLE ENERGY: WHO AND HOW
RENEWABLE ENERGY: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: SOLAR INSTALLATIONS IN FLAGSTAFF
RENEWABLE ENERGY: RECAP
BUILDING ENERGY USE: WHY AND HOW
BUILDING ENERGY USE: WHO AND WHAT
Vice Mayor Aslan asked how retrofitting homes improved health. Ms. Niemann explained that gas stoves were a major concern because combustion indoors produced methane and other pollutants, which could exacerbate conditions like asthma. Beyond gas, retrofitting measures like insulating attics, sealing cracks, and weatherizing homes also improved indoor air quality, kept smoke and allergens out, and made homes more comfortable.
Councilmember Matthews asked about cost savings for residents, noting that gas was typically cheaper than electricity. Ms. Neimann responded that retrofits focused on both energy efficiency and electrification. Insulation and weatherization reduced energy use, and new electric appliances, such as heat pump water heaters and dryers, were far more efficient than gas equivalents. The appliances often used far less energy and could significantly lower utility costs, even if electricity was more expensive per unit. Furnaces were closer to cost parity, particularly when using cold-climate heat pumps. She also noted that electricity rates were more stable over time, whereas natural gas prices fluctuated with global and economic factors, making electric appliances more predictable and reliable for families in the long term.
BUILDING ENERGY USE: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: HOME ENERGY AND WEATHERIZATION REBATE PROGRAM
ENERGY REBATE DISTRIBUTION
Councilmember Harris asked if the rebate programs were only for homeowners or if renters could participate. Ms. Neimann stated that renters could participate if their landlord authorized it.
BUILDING ENERGY USE: RECAP
TRANSPORTATION
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: WHY AND HOW
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: WHO AND WHAT
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: NAU’S VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION EFFORTS
ELECTRIC MOBILITY: RECAP
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: WHY AND HOW
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: WHO AND WHAT
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: PROGRESS
HIGHLIGHT: BUTLER AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION: RECAP
BEYOND GHG EMISSIONS
BUILDING RESILIENCE
IMPROVING EQUITY
COMMUNITY EQUITY
HEPA AIR PURIFIER PROGRAM
TARGETED AND SUSTAINED OUTREACH LED TO 345 APPLICATIONS
DISTRIBUTION ACROSS FLAGSTAFF
RESULTS AND NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
NEXT STEPS
NEXT UPDATE
CONTINUED CAPACITY BUILDING
Councilmember Matthews thanked the staff for their comprehensive presentation, noting that it was helpful to see a complete picture in one session and expressing appreciation for the hard work of all the staff supporting the initiatives.
Councilmember Sweet expressed gratitude for the outreach to the business community, sharing that some downtown neighbors had already been approached with information. She also asked about the city’s e-bike initiative, and staff explained that it was still in development. The initiative aimed to provide e-bikes to communities already served by the city, potentially through city-owned housing developments. E-bikes could serve as car replacements for lower-income residents, although the logistics were still being worked out.
Councilmember Harris asked questions regarding public EV charging stations, confirming that fees were not yet implemented but a study was underway to determine rates. She also raised questions about density in neighborhoods, asking what happened once designated high-density areas were filled. Staff explained that the ongoing land availability and suitability study and code analysis project were addressing those questions. They emphasized that Flagstaff had large amounts of low-density land, including downtown, and that accommodating more density required careful planning, infrastructure considerations, and community discussions. The concept of “missing middle” housing was being explored to balance equity and neighborhood preferences.
Councilmember Harris shared her personal experience with city resources, noting that she had joined Solar Partners, installed a solar array, upgraded her windows and doors, and was in the process of electrifying her appliances. She praised the accessible information the city provides to residents, which helped them make informed decisions about energy efficiency and electrification.
Jason Kordosky, a member of the Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance, addressed Council and commended their efforts toward making Flagstaff carbon neutral by 2030. He praised the sustainability office and its small team for their significant work and informative presentation. He urged the Council to consider expanding the scope of community emissions in the next carbon neutrality plan to include Scope 3 emissions. He noted that while this was not standard practice, investments in companies funding fossil fuel extraction have the same impact as direct contributions. Aligning all aspects of community action with the carbon neutrality goal was critical, the city could not address climate impacts in isolation.
14.
OPEN CALL TO THE PUBLIC
None
15.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS TO/FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF, AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
Councilmember Sweet shared that it had been a busy few days attending multiple community events and described the experiences as inspiring.
Councilmember McCarthy discussed his recent visit to the May Hicks House, the historic home of the creator of Arizona’s first state flag. He noted that the house was at risk due to nearby development and suggested the city appoint someone to take the lead on preservation efforts. Mr. Clifton acknowledged the importance of the issue, stating that internal discussions were ongoing, and that staff would report back.
Councilmember Matthews reported on her participation in welcoming First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to Flagstaff. She noted the impressive coordination by airport staff and local officials to manage the visit safely and efficiently.
Councilmember McCarthy discussed his recent visit to the May Hicks House, the historic home of the creator of Arizona’s first state flag. He noted that the house was at risk due to nearby development and suggested the city appoint someone to take the lead on preservation efforts. Mr. Clifton acknowledged the importance of the issue, stating that internal discussions were ongoing, and that staff would report back.
Councilmember Matthews reported on her participation in welcoming First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to Flagstaff. She noted the impressive coordination by airport staff and local officials to manage the visit safely and efficiently.
16.
ADJOURNMENT
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held June 18, 2024, adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held June 18, 2024, adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
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_____________________________________ CITY CLERK |
CERTIFICATION
I, STACY SALTZBURG, do hereby certify that I am the City Clerk of the City of Flagstaff, County of Coconino, State of Arizona, and that the above Minutes are a true and correct summary of the Meeting of the Council of the City of Flagstaff held on June 18, 2024. I further certify that the Meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
| DATED this 6th day of January, 2026 | |
________________________________________ CITY CLERK |