City Council Regular Meeting City Hall - Council Chambers 1900 N. Civic Square Goodyear, AZ 85395 |
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Immediately following the Joint Community Facilities District Special Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pizzillo called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Laura Kaino; Councilwoman Vicki Gillis; Councilmember Benita Beckles; Councilmember Trey Terry
- Absent:
- Councilmember Wally Campbell
- Staff Present:
- City Manager Bryan Langley; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Jasmine Pernicano
MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Benita Beckles to EXCUSE Councilmember Campbell. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER KAINO
PUBLIC COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
Jeff Redmon, Goodyear Resident, spoke about the new electric bike and electric scooter ordinance, and requested updated information related to the water letter.
Michael Morromi, Goodyear Business Owner, requested Council to consider extending the closing time for a medical dispensary from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Michael Morromi, Goodyear Business Owner, requested Council to consider extending the closing time for a medical dispensary from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
1.
GOODYEAR REPRESENTATION AT THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS USA GAMES
Luke Parker, Recreation Coordinator, introduced Michael Daniels, a Goodyear resident and member of the Goodyear Roadrunners, who will be competing in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. Mr. Parker turned the presentation over to Mr. Daniels. Mr. Daniels thanked the Mayor and Council, provided his golf history and gave a brief description of his upcoming competition. Mr. Parker provided information about the Arizona athletes participating in the USA Games and the Goodyear adaptive program.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Parker noted that the athletes participate in fundraising, in addition to funds provided by Special Olympics Arizona, to provide funds for travel.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Parker noted that the athletes participate in fundraising, in addition to funds provided by Special Olympics Arizona, to provide funds for travel.
| CONSENT |
MOTION BY Councilmember Trey Terry, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino to APPROVE Consent Agenda items 2 through 5. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
3.
APPROVAL OF A THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH MARICOPA COUNTY FOR A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the third amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Maricopa County, administered by its Human Services Department and the City of Goodyear, and provide authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to take actions and execute the documents necessary to carry out the intent of the IGA. (Jeremy Dyck, Neighborhood Services Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the third amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Maricopa County, administered by its Human Services Department and the City of Goodyear, and provide authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to take actions and execute the documents necessary to carry out the intent of the IGA. (Jeremy Dyck, Neighborhood Services Manager)
4.
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ADOT) FOR CIP PROJECT #50059 BULLARD WASH TRAIL
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2523 APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF ARIZONA REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A SECTION OF THE BULLARD WASH TRAIL WITHIN ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHT OF WAY. (Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering; Mario Saldamando, Senior Project Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2523 APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF ARIZONA REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A SECTION OF THE BULLARD WASH TRAIL WITHIN ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHT OF WAY. (Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering; Mario Saldamando, Senior Project Manager)
5.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH ZAYO GROUP TO INSTALL A FIBER OPTIC NETWORK WITHIN THE CITY’S RIGHTS-OF-WAY
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2524 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND OR THEIR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH ZAYO GROUP, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AND TO ENTER INTO SEPARATE AGREEMENTS FOR IN-KIND EXCHANGES WHICH MAY INCLUDE FIBER AND OR CONDUIT. (Philip Cochran, Assistant City Attorney)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2524 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND OR THEIR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH ZAYO GROUP, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AND TO ENTER INTO SEPARATE AGREEMENTS FOR IN-KIND EXCHANGES WHICH MAY INCLUDE FIBER AND OR CONDUIT. (Philip Cochran, Assistant City Attorney)
In response to Council inquiry, Philip Cochran, Assistant City Attorney, noted this is a new agreement as Zayo Group has been working in Goodyear on a month-to-month basis, has complied with the city's requirements and has no unresolved issues.
| PUBLIC HEARINGS |
6.
PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR FY2027 (TRUTH-IN-TAXATION HEARING) AND ON PROPOSED FINAL BUDGET ADOPTION FOR FY2027 AND APPROVAL OF TRUTH IN TAXATION INCREASE BY ROLL CALL VOTE
Mayor Pizzillo opened the public hearing at 6:18 p.m.
Ryan Bittle, Deputy Finance Director, provided an overview of the budget process, recapped the various touchpoints with Council leading up to tonight’s hearing, and highlighted the requirements for a public hearing, special meeting, and roll-call vote related to the Truth in Taxation increase. He noted that the final budget remained unchanged from the tentative budget adopted on May 18, 2026, for $1.4 billion. He continued to explain the property tax rate of $1.74 per $100 of assessed valuation remains unchanged, and the Truth in Taxation amount was set at $329,905. He concluded by reviewing public outreach and notifications as required by Arizona State Statute, and next steps.
Richard and Janet Kirshbaum, Goodyear Residents, requested clarification on the percentage increase in property taxes. Bryan Langley, City Manager, provided the tax rate, and Mayor Pizzillo explained the Truth in Taxation process.
There being no other speakers, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 6:28 p.m.
In response to Council Inquiry, Mr. Bittle explained that public notification was made with a news release posted on the city’s website, published in the Arizona Republic on two separate dates and a 60-day notice posted on the city’s website. He also explained carry overs, long-term CIP projects, and other 1-time expenditures make up around two-thirds of the city’s budget. He clarified that the general fund, which is the city’s main operating fund, only makes up approximately $226M of the $1.4M budget. Tammy Vo, Digital Communications Director, clarified that the new release was not posted on social media for Truth in Taxation, but the city could consider providing it in the future.
Councilmember Trey Terry commented that he would be voting no on this item due to the secondary property tax on the Tax Levy, and will bring forward a recommendation to lower the rate in the future.
Council discussed the Truth in Taxation process, items included in the budget, communication ideas and future budget items.
Council thanked staff for their efforts on the budget process.
Ryan Bittle, Deputy Finance Director, provided an overview of the budget process, recapped the various touchpoints with Council leading up to tonight’s hearing, and highlighted the requirements for a public hearing, special meeting, and roll-call vote related to the Truth in Taxation increase. He noted that the final budget remained unchanged from the tentative budget adopted on May 18, 2026, for $1.4 billion. He continued to explain the property tax rate of $1.74 per $100 of assessed valuation remains unchanged, and the Truth in Taxation amount was set at $329,905. He concluded by reviewing public outreach and notifications as required by Arizona State Statute, and next steps.
Richard and Janet Kirshbaum, Goodyear Residents, requested clarification on the percentage increase in property taxes. Bryan Langley, City Manager, provided the tax rate, and Mayor Pizzillo explained the Truth in Taxation process.
There being no other speakers, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 6:28 p.m.
In response to Council Inquiry, Mr. Bittle explained that public notification was made with a news release posted on the city’s website, published in the Arizona Republic on two separate dates and a 60-day notice posted on the city’s website. He also explained carry overs, long-term CIP projects, and other 1-time expenditures make up around two-thirds of the city’s budget. He clarified that the general fund, which is the city’s main operating fund, only makes up approximately $226M of the $1.4M budget. Tammy Vo, Digital Communications Director, clarified that the new release was not posted on social media for Truth in Taxation, but the city could consider providing it in the future.
Councilmember Trey Terry commented that he would be voting no on this item due to the secondary property tax on the Tax Levy, and will bring forward a recommendation to lower the rate in the future.
Council discussed the Truth in Taxation process, items included in the budget, communication ideas and future budget items.
Council thanked staff for their efforts on the budget process.
MOTION BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, SECONDED BY Councilmember Benita Beckles to APPROVE the Truth in Taxation increase of $329,905 for FY2027. The motion carried by a VOICE ROLL CALL vote as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles
- NAY:
- Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Council and Bryan Langley, City Manager, Parks and Recreation Director, David Lopez.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
| June 15, 2026 | Council Meeting | 5:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 6:46 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING of the city of Goodyear, Arizona, held on June 8, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2026. SEAL:
______________________________
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk
| ______________________________ Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk |
__________________________ Joe Pizzillo, Mayor |
Date:___________________ |
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING of the city of Goodyear, Arizona, held on June 8, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2026. SEAL:
______________________________
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk