The Graham County P&Z Board of Commissioners convened on September 17, 2025, to discuss several agenda items, with a primary focus on a conditional use permit request for a wedding venue.

The meeting began with a presentation regarding a conditional use permit (CUP) application for a 2.5-acre property located at 30446 East High Mesa Road in Safford, Arizona. Savannah Patterson, the applicant, sought to operate a wedding venue on the site, which had previously been used for the same purpose. The property is situated at the intersection of Barney Lane and High Mesa Road.

Patterson explained that the venue would serve both residential and commercial purposes, providing a space for outdoor events in the community. She emphasized the scenic views of the valley from the property and mentioned ongoing efforts to enhance the landscaping, despite challenges posed by drought conditions.

The board noted that there was no opposition to the permit request. After a brief discussion, a motion was made to approve the application and forward it to the Board of Supervisors for final approval. The motion received unanimous support from the commissioners.

The meeting concluded with a reminder for Patterson to attend the upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting, where the final decision on the permit will be made. The commissioners expressed their best wishes for her venture.