City Council Regular Meeting City Hall - Council Chambers 1900 N. Civic Square Goodyear, AZ 85395 |
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pizzillo called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Laura Kaino; Councilwoman Vicki Gillis; Councilmember Benita Beckles; Councilmember Trey Terry
- Staff Present:
- City Manager Bryan Langley; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Jasmine Pernicano
[Councilmember Beckles participated by telephone.]
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER TERRY
PUBLIC COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
There were no public comments.
| APPOINTMENTS |
1.
APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to APPROVE the appointments to the Arts and Culture Commission as recommended by the Council Subcommittee on City Boards, Commissions and Committees. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office for those in attendance.
| CONSENT |
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Trey Terry to APPROVE Consent Agenda items 2 through 11. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the June 22, 2026 Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the June 22, 2026 Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
3.
APPROVAL OF SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) AND SERIES 7 (TRANSFER) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR POSTINO
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 400886 and Application No. 400895 to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for the transfer of an existing Series 7 Beer and Wine Bar License and issuance of a new Series 12 Restaurant Liquor License for Postino, located at 1800 N. Bullard Avenue, Goodyear, AZ 85395. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 400886 and Application No. 400895 to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for the transfer of an existing Series 7 Beer and Wine Bar License and issuance of a new Series 12 Restaurant Liquor License for Postino, located at 1800 N. Bullard Avenue, Goodyear, AZ 85395. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
4.
APPROVAL OF SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FEDERICO'S MEXICAN FOOD
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 400984 to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for a Series 12 (Restaurant) liquor license for Federico's Mexican Food located at 2455 N. Pebblecreek Pkwy., Goodyear, AZ 85395. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 400984 to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for a Series 12 (Restaurant) liquor license for Federico's Mexican Food located at 2455 N. Pebblecreek Pkwy., Goodyear, AZ 85395. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
5.
APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENTS & RELATED EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of budget amendments, related expenditure authority, and the administrative award authority for expenditures exceeding $500,000. (Ryan Bittle, Deputy Finance Director)
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of budget amendments, related expenditure authority, and the administrative award authority for expenditures exceeding $500,000. (Ryan Bittle, Deputy Finance Director)
6.
APPROVAL OF LETTER OF AGREEMENT WITH KB HOME FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT FEES RELATED TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the letter of agreement to reimburse certain fees paid for a single-family home that will be conveyed to a U.S. military veteran as part of the Building Homes for Heroes program and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Kini Knudson, Deputy City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the letter of agreement to reimburse certain fees paid for a single-family home that will be conveyed to a U.S. military veteran as part of the Building Homes for Heroes program and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Kini Knudson, Deputy City Manager)
Councilmember Campbell requested that KB Home disclose the veteran's name who will be awarded the home once it is completed, as part of the agreement.
7.
APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH THE CITY OF BUCKEYE FOR EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS AND DISPATCHING BACKUP SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the IGA with the city of Buckeye for Emergency Communications and Dispatching Services, and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the IGA with the city of Buckeye for Emergency Communications and Dispatching Services, and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
8.
APPROVE ARIZONA 9-1-1 PROGRAM FUNDING ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Arizona 9-1-1 Program Funding Assistance Agreement with the Arizona Department of Administration, and provide authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to execute all documents relating to the grant agreement and approve the required budget transfer (if Grant Funds are awarded). (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police Chief)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Arizona 9-1-1 Program Funding Assistance Agreement with the Arizona Department of Administration, and provide authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to execute all documents relating to the grant agreement and approve the required budget transfer (if Grant Funds are awarded). (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police Chief)
9.
APPROVE HIE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH CONTEXTURE, A WEB-BASED SEARCH ENGINE FOR PATIENT DEMOGRAPHICS
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the HIE Participation Agreement with Contexture, terminate the existing HIE Participation Agreement, dated September 4, 2025, and authorize the annual expenditure of $975 from the Goodyear Fire Department operating budget, and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Tim Wayne, Interim Fire Chief)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the HIE Participation Agreement with Contexture, terminate the existing HIE Participation Agreement, dated September 4, 2025, and authorize the annual expenditure of $975 from the Goodyear Fire Department operating budget, and provide authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Tim Wayne, Interim Fire Chief)
10.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2531 approving the Development Agreement for reimbursement of traffic signal improvements. (Kini Knudson, Deputy City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2531 approving the Development Agreement for reimbursement of traffic signal improvements. (Kini Knudson, Deputy City Manager)
11.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE MUNICIPAL SPONSORSHIP REQUEST FOR 2026 AK-CHIN PROP 202 FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2532 supporting the submission of 2026 grant applications by Las Brisas Academy Parent Teacher Organization and Southwestern Institute for the Education of Native Americans, to the Ak-Chin Indian Community and authorizing the City Manager, or their designee, to execute all documents relating to said applications, and to accept and administer subsequent awarded funds, and any amendments thereto, as a pass-through grant. (Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2532 supporting the submission of 2026 grant applications by Las Brisas Academy Parent Teacher Organization and Southwestern Institute for the Education of Native Americans, to the Ak-Chin Indian Community and authorizing the City Manager, or their designee, to execute all documents relating to said applications, and to accept and administer subsequent awarded funds, and any amendments thereto, as a pass-through grant. (Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager)
| PUBLIC HEARINGS |
12.
APPROVAL OF A USE PERMIT FOR CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS STATION AT COTTON LANE AND MC-85
Mayor Pizzillo opened the public hearing at 5:07 p.m.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a request for a use permit for a convenience store with a gas station at the southwest corner of Cotton Lane and MC-85. Ms. Dolmage noted a use permit was previously approved in 2023, but this new application addresses changes to the access to the site, which includes a convenience store, 16 vehicle gasoline pumps and three semi-truck fueling pumps. She reviewed conformance with design guidelines, zoning requirements and residential separation. Ms. Dolmage also outlined the public and stakeholder participation process and reviewed staff recommendations consistent with the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation.
Frank Gawdun, Project Manager, on behalf of the applicant, representing Esencia, LLC., provided details on the changes to the access to the site.
There being no speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:14 p.m.
Councilmember Kaino commented that she would be voting no on this item due to there being no stipulation for truck idling.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Gawdun explained there will be no overnight parking allowed and no overnight amenities to support it.
Council discussed traffic flow, access to State Route 30 and enforcement of no overnight parking.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a request for a use permit for a convenience store with a gas station at the southwest corner of Cotton Lane and MC-85. Ms. Dolmage noted a use permit was previously approved in 2023, but this new application addresses changes to the access to the site, which includes a convenience store, 16 vehicle gasoline pumps and three semi-truck fueling pumps. She reviewed conformance with design guidelines, zoning requirements and residential separation. Ms. Dolmage also outlined the public and stakeholder participation process and reviewed staff recommendations consistent with the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation.
Frank Gawdun, Project Manager, on behalf of the applicant, representing Esencia, LLC., provided details on the changes to the access to the site.
There being no speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:14 p.m.
Councilmember Kaino commented that she would be voting no on this item due to there being no stipulation for truck idling.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Gawdun explained there will be no overnight parking allowed and no overnight amenities to support it.
Council discussed traffic flow, access to State Route 30 and enforcement of no overnight parking.
MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Trey Terry to APPROVE a Use Permit for a convenience use (convenience store including retail gasoline sales), on approximately 5.22 acres zoned as Planned Area Development (PAD) with underlying flexible zoning that permits industrial, commercial, and public facilities uses, located at the southwest corner of Cotton Lane and MC-85. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
- NAY:
- Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed
13.
ORDINANCE ADOPTING CITY OF GOODYEAR ZONING ORDINANCE DATED JULY 2026
Mayor Pizzillo opened the Public Hearing at 5:24 p.m.
Christian Williams, Planning Manager, introduced Guadalupe Ortiz Cortez, Principal Planner, along with consultants from Michael Baker International. Mr. Williams provided an overview of the Zoning Ordinance update before turning the presentation over to Ms. Ortiz Cortez. She reviewed the project timeline and noted that feedback from Council, community, and development stakeholders has been incorporated into the final version. Mr. Williams concluded that the Zoning Ordinance is consistent with the Goodyear General Plan and Strategic Plan, and added that ongoing feedback will be documented, and a regular review cycle will be implemented.
Cepand Alizadeh, on behalf of the Arizona Technology Council, expressed appreciation to staff for its community and stakeholder engagement and for incorporating the feedback received into the update.
Samantha DeMoss, representing Rose Law Group on behalf of a client, expressed appreciation to staff for its community and stakeholder engagement and for incorporating the feedback received into the update.
Autumn Johnson, Executive Director, Arizona Solar Energy Industry Association, thanked staff and promoted nationally recognized standards for energy storage.
Kristiana Faddoul-Pepper, expressed support for the Ordinance update.
Sean Pepper, did not wish to speak, but supported responsible energy storage for Goodyear.
There being no other speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:40 p.m.
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Ordinance No. 2026-1652 by title only.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Williams provided details of the setback criteria for battery energy storage systems (BESS) and explained the plume study requirement for special permit processes.
Council showed support for safe reliable energy storage, flexibility for projects, and showed appreciation to staff and leadership for the work done on the Zoning Ordinance.
Christian Williams, Planning Manager, introduced Guadalupe Ortiz Cortez, Principal Planner, along with consultants from Michael Baker International. Mr. Williams provided an overview of the Zoning Ordinance update before turning the presentation over to Ms. Ortiz Cortez. She reviewed the project timeline and noted that feedback from Council, community, and development stakeholders has been incorporated into the final version. Mr. Williams concluded that the Zoning Ordinance is consistent with the Goodyear General Plan and Strategic Plan, and added that ongoing feedback will be documented, and a regular review cycle will be implemented.
Cepand Alizadeh, on behalf of the Arizona Technology Council, expressed appreciation to staff for its community and stakeholder engagement and for incorporating the feedback received into the update.
Samantha DeMoss, representing Rose Law Group on behalf of a client, expressed appreciation to staff for its community and stakeholder engagement and for incorporating the feedback received into the update.
Autumn Johnson, Executive Director, Arizona Solar Energy Industry Association, thanked staff and promoted nationally recognized standards for energy storage.
Kristiana Faddoul-Pepper, expressed support for the Ordinance update.
Sean Pepper, did not wish to speak, but supported responsible energy storage for Goodyear.
There being no other speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:40 p.m.
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Ordinance No. 2026-1652 by title only.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Williams provided details of the setback criteria for battery energy storage systems (BESS) and explained the plume study requirement for special permit processes.
Council showed support for safe reliable energy storage, flexibility for projects, and showed appreciation to staff and leadership for the work done on the Zoning Ordinance.
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilmember Trey Terry to ADOPT Ordinance No. 2026-1652 adopting City of Goodyear Zoning Ordinance dated July 1, 2026, and repealing Ordinance No. 99-655. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
| BUSINESS |
14.
APPROVAL OF FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANT FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Guylene Ozlanski, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation, presented the community funding program, and reviewed the application and review process conducted by the City Council Subcommittee. Ms. Ozlanski explained that the Subcommittee recommended awarding the full funding amount of $214,400 to the various non-profit organizations.
Council expressed interest in exploring future funding options that could allow support to be provided to all applicants.
Council expressed interest in exploring future funding options that could allow support to be provided to all applicants.
MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to APPROVE the recommended FY2026-2027 Community Grant Funding allocations as recommended by the Community Grant Funding Subcommittee. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
15.
2026 POST-LEGISLATIVE SESSION OVERVIEW & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS UPDATE
Edwin Hernández-Vargas, Chief Government Affairs Officer, introduced Anthony Casselman, Government Affairs Officer, who provided a post-legislative overview of the 2026 Legislative Session, noting major policy and budget wins related to fiscal management, design standards, water resources, state shared revenues, I-10 widening funds, and 9-1-1 system.
Mr. Hernández-Vargas continued with a review of the 2026 State and Federal Legislative issues, including affordability, tax conformity, data centers, public safety, and ballot referrals, and reviewed the expected 2027 proposals, AZ League of Cities and Towns, regional and federal affairs. Mr. Casselman concluded the presentation by providing an update on the Fiscal Year 2027 spending requests, and civic engagement with the Goodyear community.
Council requested information related to ballot measures being considered for the November ballot, and expressed appreciation for the regular updates.
Mr. Hernández-Vargas continued with a review of the 2026 State and Federal Legislative issues, including affordability, tax conformity, data centers, public safety, and ballot referrals, and reviewed the expected 2027 proposals, AZ League of Cities and Towns, regional and federal affairs. Mr. Casselman concluded the presentation by providing an update on the Fiscal Year 2027 spending requests, and civic engagement with the Goodyear community.
Council requested information related to ballot measures being considered for the November ballot, and expressed appreciation for the regular updates.
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Council provided updates on events and thanked staff for the coordination of the Buc-ee's opening.
Bryan Langley, City Manager, provided July 4th event attendance at the Goodyear ballpark and thanked staff for the coordination.
Bryan Langley, City Manager, provided July 4th event attendance at the Goodyear ballpark and thanked staff for the coordination.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
| August 4, 2026 | Special Meeting | 10:00 a.m. |
| August 31, 2026 | Regular Meeting | 5:00 p.m. |
| EXECUTIVE SESSION |
A VOTE MAY BE HELD TO CALL AN EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE FOLLOWING:
16.
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) & (4): For legal advice and consultation and to consider its position and to provide instruction/direction to City Attorney and City Manager regarding city's position in connection with contracts that are the subject of negotiations associated with Yuma Road widening project.
17.
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) & (4): For legal advice and consultation and to consider its position and to provide instruction/direction to City Attorney and City Manager regarding city's position in connection with contracts that are the subject of negotiations and for legal advice regarding annexation related to property generally located near 187th Avenue and W. Yuma Road.
18.
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1): The City Council will meet for the purpose of discussion and consideration of personnel matters including performance goal setting related to the City Manager.
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to CONVENE an Executive Session. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
Councilmember Beckles left the meeting at 6:17 p.m.
Council moved into Executive Session at 6:17 p.m.
Council moved into Executive Session at 6:17 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Executive Session at 7:00 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pizzillo reconvened the Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:00 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 July 6, 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 July 6, 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