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Residents press council about ballpark subsidy, rezoning notices, noise and traffic during public comments

3049626 · April 18, 2025
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Summary

Multiple residents used the public comment period to urge council action on Goodyear Ballpark subsidies, expanded rezoning notice, enforcement of noise ordinances and greater police presence in entertainment areas.

During the March 24 public comment period, residents raised several recurring concerns: the financial impact of Goodyear Ballpark operations, notice and outreach for rezoning proposals, enforcement of noise ordinances and traffic/public‑safety in the city's entertainment district.

Dan Kirchoff, a Goodyear resident, urged council to seek better fiscal outcomes in upcoming ballpark contract negotiations. Kirchoff said an ASU economic study shows only visitor spending new to the state and that a five‑year overview he obtained by public records shows…

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