CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN AVE
3:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025
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 December 2, 2025, to order at 3:08 p.m.
NOTICE OF OPTION TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Daggett called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held December 2, 2025, to order at 3:08 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. |
- Present:
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- Mayor Becky Daggett
- Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet
- Councilmember Austin Aslan
- Councilmember Anthony Garcia
- Councilmember Khara House
- Councilmember Lori Matthews
- Councilmember David Spence
- Staff:
- City Manager Joanne Keene; City Attorney Sterling Solomon
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MISSION STATEMENT, AND LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Vice Mayor Sweet read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Councilmember Spence 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, Vice Mayor Sweet read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Councilmember Spence 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.
Housing Program Manager Adriana Fisher and Dr. Emanuel Preciado addressed Council and introduced the Community and University Partnerships Initiative Housing Research. They described the initiative as a collaborative research program at NAU connecting students with community needs, specifically through hands-on, community-based research that informs local policy and strengthens university-community partnerships.
Alexis Erickson, Alexandra Nast, and Marissa Nolte addressed Council and presented research on four main questions about houselessness, resource utilization, access, and program improvement. Their findings indicated significant barriers to housing resource accessibility, public transportation, and mental health services. They recommended bridging the knowledge gap between houseless individuals and available resources through accessible information and increased utilization of housing services.
Grace Munson, Nina Newman, Madeline Tapia, and Eleanor Hull addressed Council and presented research on Flagstaff developers' challenges with sustainable development, revealing cost concerns, limited awareness of incentives, and a need for improved city support and financial incentives.
Andres Castellanos, Grace Green, Lewis T., and Tyler R. addressed Council and shared research on how Flagstaff incorporates community sentiment into housing decisions, identifying demographic imbalances in public engagement and recommending expanded opportunities for participation.
Steven Grubart, the former owner of the Pizza Patio, addressed Council and expressed concerns about excessive police force that led to the closure of his restaurant. He called for a third-party investigation into the Flagstaff Police Department's actions, citing civil rights violations and over-the-top enforcement practices. He urged the Council to support an investigation and address the treatment of small independent retailers in Flagstaff.
Nadine Hart addressed Council with concerns about the lack of shelters for children using Mountain Line transportation, particularly at Coconino High School and Northland Preparatory Academy. Children were often left standing in poor weather conditions without adequate protection and urged the Council to reach out to property owners and the school district to create shelters for these children.
Colleen Maring, Chief People Officer at Northern Arizona Healthcare, addressed Council to highlight the organization's efforts to support the mental health of their colleagues, including physicians and advanced practice providers. She announced that NAH had removed personal mental health questions from credentialing applications to encourage healthcare workers to seek needed care without fear of losing their license or job. This initiative had earned NAH recognition as a 2025 Well-Being First Champion by a national coalition of leading healthcare organizations.
Alexis Erickson, Alexandra Nast, and Marissa Nolte addressed Council and presented research on four main questions about houselessness, resource utilization, access, and program improvement. Their findings indicated significant barriers to housing resource accessibility, public transportation, and mental health services. They recommended bridging the knowledge gap between houseless individuals and available resources through accessible information and increased utilization of housing services.
Grace Munson, Nina Newman, Madeline Tapia, and Eleanor Hull addressed Council and presented research on Flagstaff developers' challenges with sustainable development, revealing cost concerns, limited awareness of incentives, and a need for improved city support and financial incentives.
Andres Castellanos, Grace Green, Lewis T., and Tyler R. addressed Council and shared research on how Flagstaff incorporates community sentiment into housing decisions, identifying demographic imbalances in public engagement and recommending expanded opportunities for participation.
Steven Grubart, the former owner of the Pizza Patio, addressed Council and expressed concerns about excessive police force that led to the closure of his restaurant. He called for a third-party investigation into the Flagstaff Police Department's actions, citing civil rights violations and over-the-top enforcement practices. He urged the Council to support an investigation and address the treatment of small independent retailers in Flagstaff.
Nadine Hart addressed Council with concerns about the lack of shelters for children using Mountain Line transportation, particularly at Coconino High School and Northland Preparatory Academy. Children were often left standing in poor weather conditions without adequate protection and urged the Council to reach out to property owners and the school district to create shelters for these children.
Colleen Maring, Chief People Officer at Northern Arizona Healthcare, addressed Council to highlight the organization's efforts to support the mental health of their colleagues, including physicians and advanced practice providers. She announced that NAH had removed personal mental health questions from credentialing applications to encourage healthcare workers to seek needed care without fear of losing their license or job. This initiative had earned NAH recognition as a 2025 Well-Being First Champion by a national coalition of leading healthcare organizations.
5.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Vice Mayor Sweet shared updates on several meetings. Mountain Line met to discuss upcoming goals and priorities, while the Metro Plan board meeting was scheduled later that week. Additionally, the Beautification and Public Art Commission meeting will take place on Monday at City Hall.
Councilmember Spence highlighted a productive joint meeting of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committees, with reports to be presented to the Transportation Commission at their upcoming regular meeting.
Councilmember Matthews mentioned that while she did not have specific details on the grant, she noted that the Federal Transit Administration awarded Mountain Line a $3.21 million grant for bus stop upgrades.
Councilmember Aslan provided an update on the Tourism Commission meeting which included typical attraction and staff reports. The Sustainability Commission decided to fully fund 13 applications and partially fund one more, with details on the funded projects and a discussion on the legislative priorities process.
Councilmember Spence highlighted a productive joint meeting of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committees, with reports to be presented to the Transportation Commission at their upcoming regular meeting.
Councilmember Matthews mentioned that while she did not have specific details on the grant, she noted that the Federal Transit Administration awarded Mountain Line a $3.21 million grant for bus stop upgrades.
Councilmember Aslan provided an update on the Tourism Commission meeting which included typical attraction and staff reports. The Sustainability Commission decided to fully fund 13 applications and partially fund one more, with details on the funded projects and a discussion on the legislative priorities process.
6.
APPOINTMENTS
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 the City Council may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for the purpose of discussing or considering employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion, dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee, or employee of any public body...., pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1).
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 the City Council may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for the purpose of discussing or considering employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion, dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee, or employee of any public body...., pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1).
A.
Consideration of Appointments: Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals
Moved by Councilmember Khara House, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to appoint Scott Franz to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to appoint Mark Haughwout to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Anthony Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to appoint Mark Shiery to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to appoint Patrick Staskey to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Consideration of Appointments: Library Board
Moved by Councilmember Austin Aslan, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to appoint Francisco Garcia to the Library Board.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to appoint David Portree to the Library Board.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Anthony Garcia, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to appoint Catherine Moore to the Library Board.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration of Appointments: Personnel Board
Moved by Councilmember Khara House, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to appoint Wil Hernandez to the Personnel Board.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Anthony Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to appoint Allison Eckert to the Personnel Board.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
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: Jeffrey Craig Miller "Embassy Suites Flagstaff" 706 S. Milton Rd., Series 06 (Bar), Owner Transfer
Mayor Daggett opened the public hearing.
Chief of Staff for the Mayor Jessica Matias introduced the applications and indicated that the Police Department and Community Development had provided their respective findings.
There being no public comment, Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Chief of Staff for the Mayor Jessica Matias introduced the applications and indicated that the Police Department and Community Development had provided their respective findings.
There being no public comment, Mayor Daggett closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to forward the application to the State with a recommendation of 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.
Councilmember Garcia requested that Item 8C be pulled for discussion.
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to approve the Consent Agenda as presented with the exception of Item 8C.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Consideration and Ratification of Letter to Federal Delegation on SNAP benefits
Retroactively approve the letter to the Federal Delegation
Retroactively approve the letter to the Federal Delegation
B.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Approve contract for proprietary sole source purchase of T-Floc B-41 coagulant from Thatcher Company of Arizona in an amount not to exceed $250,000 annually.
- Approve the proprietary sole source purchase of T-Floc B-41 coagulant for water treatment from Thatcher Company of Arizona, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $250,000 annually.
- Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
C.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Loan Documents for The Lantern by Flagstaff Shelter Services
Councilmember Garcia asked staff to provide a brief overview of what the contribution would mean to the project.
Housing Planning Manager Jennifer Mikelson explained that the adaptive reuse bond program was created to support affordable housing, with the Lantern project receiving funds to cover renovation expenses. Flagstaff Shelter Services had been working on the Lantern project for several years, and the bond funds would help finalize renovations and pay accumulated bills.
A written comment in support of the loan to Flagstaff Shelter Services was submitted by Russell Randall.
Housing Planning Manager Jennifer Mikelson explained that the adaptive reuse bond program was created to support affordable housing, with the Lantern project receiving funds to cover renovation expenses. Flagstaff Shelter Services had been working on the Lantern project for several years, and the bond funds would help finalize renovations and pay accumulated bills.
A written comment in support of the loan to Flagstaff Shelter Services was submitted by Russell Randall.
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Councilmember Khara House to approve a forgivable loan in the amount of $1,100,000 to Flagstaff Shelter Services for The Lantern: a Hotel to Housing Project, a transitional housing/adaptive reuse project, and approving the related loan documents, including the Funding Agreement, Promissory Note, Deed of Trust, and Restrictive Covenants.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: City-Wide Towing Services with JETT LLC
- Approve the award of Contract No. 2026-20 for City-Wide Towing Services to JETT LLC for an initial three-year term with two optional one-year renewals.
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
E.
Consideration and Approval of Cooperative Purchase Contract: With Advanced Network Management, Inc. for the purchase of Cisco security software licenses.
- Approve a Cooperative Purchase Contract with Advanced Network Management, Inc. for the purchase of Cisco security software licenses in an amount not to exceed $321,317.35 (plus applicable taxes and fees) over a five (5)-year term; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
9.
ROUTINE ITEMS
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-25: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff amending the Flagstaff City Code, Title 11, General Plans and Subdivision, Chapter:11-20: Subdivision and Land Split Regulations, Division 11-20.40: Subdivision Procedures and Requirements, providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances, severability, and establishing an effective date.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember David Spence to read Ordinance No. 2025-25 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 11, GENERAL PLANS AND SUBDIVISION, CHAPTER 11-20: SUBDIVISION AND LAND SPLIT REGULATIONS, DIVISION 11-20.40: SUBDIVISION PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-25.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-61 and Ordinance No. 2025-26: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Arizona, declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the City Clerk entitled "PZ-25-00027 - Middle Housing" and an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Arizona, amending the Flagstaff City Code, Title 10, Flagstaff Zoning Code.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember Khara House to adopt Resolution No. 2025-61.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to read Ordinance No. 2025-26 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 10, FLAGSTAFF ZONING CODE, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT ENTITLED “PZ-25-00027 – MIDDLE HOUSING”; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Khara House to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-26.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-23: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the acquisition and disposition of real property from the Flagstaff Unified School District, in order to facilitate affordable housing development, providing for delegation of authority, providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2025-23 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION AND DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY FROM THE FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IN ORDER TO FACILITATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-23.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
Consideration and Acceptance of Highest Bid: for solicitation No. 2026-40 for Sale of Real Property at 116 E. Butler Avenue.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-28: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the disposition of real property located at 116 E. Butler Ave; providing for delegation of authority, providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Consideration and Approval of Purchase Agreement: with 122 E Butler LLC, an Arizona limited liability.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-28: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the disposition of real property located at 116 E. Butler Ave; providing for delegation of authority, providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Consideration and Approval of Purchase Agreement: with 122 E Butler LLC, an Arizona limited liability.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2025-28 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 116 E. BUTLER AVE; PROVIDING FOR DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-28.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to approve the purchase agreement with 122 E Butler LLC, an Arizona limited liability.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
10.
REGULAR AGENDA
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-30: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Amending The Flagstaff City Code, Title 3 Business Regulations, Chapter 3-10 User Fees, to establish Airport Rates And Fees, and by amending Title 8 Public Ways And Property, Chapter 8-06 Airport Rules And Regulations to add definitions of secured areas of the Airport; providing for penalties, repeal of conflicting Ordinances, severability, providing for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Airport Director Brian Gall and Budget Director Heidi Derryberry provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
AIRPORT PARKING RATE AND BADGING FEES
AIRPORT PARKING/BADGING
AIRPORT PARKING BACKGROUND
PARKING RATES DISCUSSION
PARKING RATES OUTREACH – AIRPORT COMMISSION
PROPOSED PARKING RATES
SECURITY BADGING BACKGROUND
SECURITY BADGING DISCUSSION
PROPOSED SECURITY BADGING FEES
BADGING FEE OUTREACH – AIRPORT COMMISSION
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING TRANSACTIONS
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING FEES/LOST TICKETS
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING RATES
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – SECURITY BADGING FEES
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
TIMELINE FOR ADOPTION
Councilmember Matthews inquired about the lost ticket fee, expressing concern about whether it would motivate people to avoid paying. Mr. Gall explained that the fee was set higher than the average parking duration cost to discourage abuse and noted that most people had been honest about paying for lost tickets.
Vice Mayor Sweet asked about the monthly parking rate and whether there would be a cap on the number of permits issued. Mr. Gall clarified that the permits would be issued based on parking availability and could be adjusted if the lots filled up.
Mayor Daggett raised a question about the badging fees for TSA and other employees, to which Mr. Gall responded that city staff and contractors working on city projects would be exempt from the fees but were still required to go through the badging process.
Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen added that the proposed changes were not solely for revenue generation but also to address community needs, such as providing long-term parking options for frequent flyers and aircrew.
AIRPORT PARKING RATE AND BADGING FEES
AIRPORT PARKING/BADGING
AIRPORT PARKING BACKGROUND
PARKING RATES DISCUSSION
PARKING RATES OUTREACH – AIRPORT COMMISSION
PROPOSED PARKING RATES
SECURITY BADGING BACKGROUND
SECURITY BADGING DISCUSSION
PROPOSED SECURITY BADGING FEES
BADGING FEE OUTREACH – AIRPORT COMMISSION
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING TRANSACTIONS
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING FEES/LOST TICKETS
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – PARKING RATES
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW – SECURITY BADGING FEES
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
TIMELINE FOR ADOPTION
Councilmember Matthews inquired about the lost ticket fee, expressing concern about whether it would motivate people to avoid paying. Mr. Gall explained that the fee was set higher than the average parking duration cost to discourage abuse and noted that most people had been honest about paying for lost tickets.
Vice Mayor Sweet asked about the monthly parking rate and whether there would be a cap on the number of permits issued. Mr. Gall clarified that the permits would be issued based on parking availability and could be adjusted if the lots filled up.
Mayor Daggett raised a question about the badging fees for TSA and other employees, to which Mr. Gall responded that city staff and contractors working on city projects would be exempt from the fees but were still required to go through the badging process.
Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen added that the proposed changes were not solely for revenue generation but also to address community needs, such as providing long-term parking options for frequent flyers and aircrew.
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Councilmember David Spence to read Ordinance No. 2025-30 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, CHAPTER 3-10 USER FEES, TO ESTABLISH AIRPORT RATES AND FEES, AND BY AMENDING TITLE 8 PUBLIC WAYS AND PROPERTY, CHAPTER 8-06 AIRPORT RULES AND REGULATIONS TO ADD DEFINITIONS OF SECURED AREAS OF THE AIRPORT; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES, REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
B.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-62: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, authorizing the grant application for an Arizona State Parks Recreational Trails Program – Safety and Environmental Education grant for the design, development, and installation of kiosk and interpretive signs for the McMillan Mesa Natural Area.
Consideration and Approval of Grant Agreement: with Arizona State Parks Board for the design, development, and installation of kiosk and interpretive signs for the McMillan Mesa Natural Area.
Consideration and Approval of Grant Agreement: with Arizona State Parks Board for the design, development, and installation of kiosk and interpretive signs for the McMillan Mesa Natural Area.
Open Space Supervisor Robert Wallace provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
OPEN SPACE GRANT RESOLUTION AND AGREEMENT CONSIDERATION
OPEN SPACE BACKGROUND
OPEN SPACE DIRECTIVES
WHAT WILL THIS GRANT ACHIEVE
WHAT IS THE CITY AGREEING TO?
HOW GRANT ACCEPTANCE MEETS CITY GOALS
Councilmember House asked if there was a contingency plan in place if the grant was not received. Mr. Wallace explained that while they had a base budget for such projects, it was limited, and they relied on grants like this to fund those types of projects.
Vice Mayor Sweet inquired about the design of the kiosks and signs, specifically if they would include ADA accessible features. Mr. Wallace confirmed that the signage would meet ADA standards, with accessible fonts and interpretive signs low enough to be read from a seated position. Councilmember Spence suggested the possibility of including Braille on the signs for visually impaired or blind individuals. Mr. Wallace responded that while they had not considered that, they could look into the complexity of adding Braille to the signs.
OPEN SPACE GRANT RESOLUTION AND AGREEMENT CONSIDERATION
OPEN SPACE BACKGROUND
OPEN SPACE DIRECTIVES
WHAT WILL THIS GRANT ACHIEVE
WHAT IS THE CITY AGREEING TO?
HOW GRANT ACCEPTANCE MEETS CITY GOALS
Councilmember House asked if there was a contingency plan in place if the grant was not received. Mr. Wallace explained that while they had a base budget for such projects, it was limited, and they relied on grants like this to fund those types of projects.
Vice Mayor Sweet inquired about the design of the kiosks and signs, specifically if they would include ADA accessible features. Mr. Wallace confirmed that the signage would meet ADA standards, with accessible fonts and interpretive signs low enough to be read from a seated position. Councilmember Spence suggested the possibility of including Braille on the signs for visually impaired or blind individuals. Mr. Wallace responded that while they had not considered that, they could look into the complexity of adding Braille to the signs.
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to read Resolution No. 2025-62 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR AN ARIZONA STATE PARKS RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM – SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL GRANT
Moved by Councilmember David Spence, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to adopt Resolution No. 2025-62.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Lori Matthews, seconded by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet to approve the grant agreement between the Arizona State Parks Board and the City of Flagstaff for the Safety and Environmental Education grant program, for grant funds in the amount of $9,998.00 with a city match of $1,164.00, for the design, development, and installation of kiosk and interpretive signs for the McMillan Mesa Natural Area.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-29: an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the acquisition of real property from FSL Holdings Properties LLC in order to provide parking; providing for delegation of authority; providing for severability; authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Real Estate Manager Bryce Doty explained that the ordinance was for the acquisition of about half of a city block in downtown at 320 North Humphries, the former Catholic school site. He mentioned that the purpose of the purchase was to fulfill the required parking amounts for the new courthouse on Cherry and Beaver. He stated that the funding for the acquisition would come from the capital project and proceeds from the sale of the old courthouse site.
Mayor Daggett clarified that the city had been leasing the land from Foundation for Senior Living (now Thrive 365) and was now looking to purchase it. The purchase would replace the lease and ensure the city had full site control. Community Investment Director Dave McIntire added that the affordable housing project planned for the site was not moving forward, which led to the decision to offer the property for purchase. This would ensure the city retained the parking availability and could potentially develop the site in the future.
Mayor Daggett clarified that the city had been leasing the land from Foundation for Senior Living (now Thrive 365) and was now looking to purchase it. The purchase would replace the lease and ensure the city had full site control. Community Investment Director Dave McIntire added that the affordable housing project planned for the site was not moving forward, which led to the decision to offer the property for purchase. This would ensure the city retained the parking availability and could potentially develop the site in the future.
Moved by Vice Mayor Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Lori Matthews to read Ordinance No. 2025-29 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FROM FSL HOLDINGS PROPERTIES LLC IN ORDER TO PROVIDE PARKING; PROVIDING FOR DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
11.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A.
Engage, Empower, and Elevate Program Annual Update
Sustainability Manager Steven Thompson and Pam Jensen from the Community Assistance Teams of Flagstaff (CATs) provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
ENGAGE, EMPOWER, ELEVATE: 2025 IMPACT REPORT
TODAY’S AGENDA
E3 INITIATIVE
THE EVOLUTION OF E3
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE TEAMS OF FLAGSTAFF (CATS) 2025 IMPACT REPORT
CAT’S MISSION
LOST HUMAN POTENTIAL
CAT’S OUTREACH
BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT
ANNUAL OVERVIEW
KEEPING FLAGSTAFF BEAUTIFUL
AUGUST 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: AUGUST 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: SEPTEMBER 2024
OCTOBER 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: OCTOBER 2024
APRIL 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: APRIL 2025
MAY 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: MAY 2025
JUNE 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: JUNE 2025
JULY 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: JULY 2025
RECAP
Councilmember Matthews expressed appreciation for the work done by CATS and inquired about their connection with the Justice Bus for helping individuals with criminal justice issues. Ms. Jensen confirmed that they had partnered with the Justice Bus to provide expungement opportunities for their clients.
Councilmember Garcia praised the program and asked how community members could help. Ms. Jensen mentioned that they accepted volunteers and donations through their website and provided details on how people could get involved.
Councilmember House commended the program for its positive impact on the community.
Vice Mayor Sweet expressed a desire to see the program expanded to operate year-round and seven days a week, highlighting its value to the community.
Mayor Daggett echoed the appreciation for the program and reminded everyone that it was Giving Tuesday, encouraging support for CATS as a nonprofit organization.
ENGAGE, EMPOWER, ELEVATE: 2025 IMPACT REPORT
TODAY’S AGENDA
E3 INITIATIVE
THE EVOLUTION OF E3
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE TEAMS OF FLAGSTAFF (CATS) 2025 IMPACT REPORT
CAT’S MISSION
LOST HUMAN POTENTIAL
CAT’S OUTREACH
BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT
ANNUAL OVERVIEW
KEEPING FLAGSTAFF BEAUTIFUL
AUGUST 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: AUGUST 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: SEPTEMBER 2024
OCTOBER 2024 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: OCTOBER 2024
APRIL 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: APRIL 2025
MAY 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: MAY 2025
JUNE 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: JUNE 2025
JULY 2025 DATA
PAW CREW SERVICE LOCATIONS: JULY 2025
RECAP
Councilmember Matthews expressed appreciation for the work done by CATS and inquired about their connection with the Justice Bus for helping individuals with criminal justice issues. Ms. Jensen confirmed that they had partnered with the Justice Bus to provide expungement opportunities for their clients.
Councilmember Garcia praised the program and asked how community members could help. Ms. Jensen mentioned that they accepted volunteers and donations through their website and provided details on how people could get involved.
Councilmember House commended the program for its positive impact on the community.
Vice Mayor Sweet expressed a desire to see the program expanded to operate year-round and seven days a week, highlighting its value to the community.
Mayor Daggett echoed the appreciation for the program and reminded everyone that it was Giving Tuesday, encouraging support for CATS as a nonprofit organization.
12.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
After discussion and upon agreement by three members of the Council, an item will be moved to a regularly-scheduled Council meeting.
After discussion and upon agreement by three members of the Council, an item will be moved to a regularly-scheduled Council meeting.
A.
Future Agenda Item Request (F.A.I.R.): A request by Councilmember House to place on a future agenda a discussion to consider exploring a resolution to become a recovery ready community.
Councilmember House proposed placing a discussion on a future agenda to explore a resolution for Flagstaff to become a recovery ready community, aiming to support individuals and families in recovery and coordinate efforts among local providers. The proposed resolution would align city systems and services to support recovery from mental health and substance use challenges, reduce stigma, and strengthen community wellness. The effort would build on existing work by local partners, aiming to empower and coordinate providers for more efficient and sustainable recovery support.
There was requisite support to place the item on a future agenda for discussion.
There was requisite support to place the item on a future agenda for discussion.
13.
OPEN CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Dr. Kim addressed Council and recounted an incident at the Ponderosa railroad crossing. He described how a westbound train passed, and the crossing arms went up, but the traffic light was red, causing vehicles to stop. Shortly after, an eastbound train approached, but the crossing arms did not come down, and the bells did not sound. This led to a collision with his truck's trailer, and he was concerned about the safety of the crossing. He contacted BNSF, who claimed that their records showed the arms came down, but he insisted that they did not and sought the city's attention to address the issue.
Dennis Givens addressed Council to express support for the acquisition of the lot on Blackbird Roost, suggesting it could be used for various community purposes. He proposed the space could host vendors, food trucks, and small businesses, and also serve as a parking area for residents living in their vehicles. He emphasized the importance of supporting the Hispanic community and ensuring the space is used to benefit local residents.
Dennis Givens addressed Council to express support for the acquisition of the lot on Blackbird Roost, suggesting it could be used for various community purposes. He proposed the space could host vendors, food trucks, and small businesses, and also serve as a parking area for residents living in their vehicles. He emphasized the importance of supporting the Hispanic community and ensuring the space is used to benefit local residents.
14.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS TO/FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF, AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
Vice Mayor Sweet highlighted upcoming events, including the first Friday art walk and Santa Claus's visit to downtown. She also praised the new downtown decorations.
Councilmember Garcia mentioned the tree lighting event at Heritage Square and the community stone soup dinner at the Market of Dreams.
Councilmember Matthews shared information about the recovery court session, the Indigenous Commission meeting, and a tour of the Wildcat sewer interceptor project.
Mayor Daggett recounted the successful trip to New York for the NAU marching band and mentioned several holiday markets and events, including the Winter Wonderland and tree lighting at Heritage Square.
City Manager Keene reminded everyone about the Home for the Holidays housewarming event for the Lantern project at Flagstaff Shelter Services.
Councilmember Garcia mentioned the tree lighting event at Heritage Square and the community stone soup dinner at the Market of Dreams.
Councilmember Matthews shared information about the recovery court session, the Indigenous Commission meeting, and a tour of the Wildcat sewer interceptor project.
Mayor Daggett recounted the successful trip to New York for the NAU marching band and mentioned several holiday markets and events, including the Winter Wonderland and tree lighting at Heritage Square.
City Manager Keene reminded everyone about the Home for the Holidays housewarming event for the Lantern project at Flagstaff Shelter Services.
15.
ADJOURNMENT
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held December 2, 2025, adjourned at 5:33 p.m.
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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 December 2, 2025. I further certify that the Meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
| DATED this 6th day of January, 2026 | |
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