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Safford council adopts formal annexation strategy to guide future growth
Summary
Council adopted Resolution R24‑041, establishing an annexation policy that aligns with state statutes and League of Arizona guidance to guide future annexations and support the 2026 general plan update.
The Safford City Council adopted Resolution R24‑041, a formal annexation policy intended to provide a consistent framework for evaluating requests to add contiguous county properties to the city.
Staff told the council the policy was developed after reviewing state statute, League of Arizona guidance and practices used by other municipalities. The policy will be used in preparation for the 2026 general plan update and to clarify the city’s expectations for developers and property owners seeking annexation.
Council moved and seconded the resolution and voted to adopt it; staff were authorized to implement the policy and revise municipal code and plan documents as required.
Why it matters: Adopting a written annexation strategy gives the city a predictable, statute‑aligned process to manage growth, convey policy priorities to property owners, and reduce ad hoc decision making.
Next steps: Staff will incorporate the policy into code updates and the general plan process.
