The Town of Camp Verde is scheduled to consider a resolution to temporarily waive town permit and plan-review fees for repairs from the October 31–November 1, 2026 flooding, receive an informational update on the flood incident, consider a contract with the Verde Valley Humane Society, swear in newly elected officials, and recognize outgoing council members.

Discussion Points

•Eligibility would be determined via a brief self‑certification with optional supporting documentation; the Building Official may confirm impacted-area addresses.
•Exclusions include new construction not replacing flood‑damaged structures, non‑repair additions, and state or outside‑agency fees or surcharges.
•Staff recommends a temporary fee waiver limited to repairs from the October 31–November 1, 2026 flooding and requests expedited plan review and inspections for waived permits.

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The Town of Camp Verde Mayor and Council are scheduled to meet Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Major items include an informational update on flooding, a proposed temporary waiver of permit fees for flood repairs (Resolution No. 2026-1227) and consideration of a contract with the Verde Valley Humane Society.

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The Town of Camp Verde Mayor and Common Council are scheduled to meet on Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to handle ceremonial items (oaths, recognitions), select a Vice Mayor for a two‑year term, and consider approving a contract with the Verde Valley Humane Society to provide animal sheltering services. Several committee appointments and proclamations are also on the agenda.

Discussion Points

•Packet explains the Vice Mayor selection process and cites Town Code; the memo includes a placeholder motion but no specific nominee.
•Staff states the Marshals Office has not had a contract with Verde Valley Humane Society for several years and that the proposed contract would provide sheltering and support for animal enforcement.

Nov

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Nov. 4, 2026. The board approved proclamations recognizing Homelessness Awareness Month and urging long-term state transportation funding, approved consent and multiple action items including IT and sheriff system contracts, heard public calls to remove members of the Ponderosa Park Domestic Water Improvement District, and authorized a settlement.

Discussion Points

•Agape House testimony highlighting service to roughly 60 families and a four‑phase Pathway to Independence program.
•Allegations that PPDWID board members engaged in deception, imposed price increases during stage‑two restrictions, and that a 1099 employee faces assault citations.
•Contract will migrate historical permit records, easing public access and records processing.
•Proclamation cites ADOT long‑range plan shortfall of $111.6 billion and erosion of HRF purchasing power since 2021.
•Settlement authorization handled in executive session; open session motion authorized staff to settle as presented.
•System integrates dispatch, records, GIS mapping and jail management to improve operations.

Decisions

•Adopt proclamation recognizing Homelessness Awareness Month
•Adopt proclamation urging state action
•Approve contract with OpenGov
•Approve procurement
•Authorize settlement
•Board moved to executive session; no public action to remove PPDWID members was recorded.

Directions

•Board members to advocate with state lawmakers and regional associations.

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Camp Verde Town Council met Oct. 21, 2026. The council approved a use permit for Jackpot Ranch RV Park with conditions and a required traffic study (4-2), established an Equestrian Center Commission and appointed seven members, designated Visit Camp Verde as the community Destination Marketing Organization, approved a lease for a community health clinic, and reviewed a $1.26 million conceptual renovation for Heritage Pool.

Discussion Points

•Anticipated additional hire in Building Maintenance; vehicle required to support workload.
•Attorney recommended finalizing revised IGA before construction or significant capital outlay.
•Conceptual scope and preliminary cost estimate (~$1.26M) for Heritage Pool interior renovations; optional attractions contingent on funding.
•Director Green outlined the purpose and authorization to execute AOT documents.
•Director presented an informational update on past-year progress; specific metrics not provided in minutes.
•Overview of lease terms and clinic services; clinic is a federally qualified health center serving patients regardless of insurance status.
•Resolution discussed with emphasis on traffic impacts, site access for enforcement, prior code compliance, and general plan consistency.
•Town Manager explained application and interview process; committee recommended seven candidates.

Decisions

•Council requested ongoing updates; no capital contract authorized at this meeting.
•Lease approved 6-0 (with one member absent).
•Lease-purchase approved 6-0.
•Resolution 2026-1225 approved (6-0).
•Resolution 2026-1226 approved; seven appointees confirmed.
•Resolution No. 2026-1216 approved (4-2)

Directions

•Appointees to determine term lengths at their first organizational meeting.
•Authorize Economic Development Director/Development Services Director or designee to execute the affidavit and related documents.
•Authorize lease-purchase up to $75,000.
•Continue negotiations and finalize IGA prior to bids or major commitments.
•Interim Town Manager authorized to execute the lease.
•Require annual review of active use permits each April.
•Require traffic impact study including Middle Verde Road and the Jackpot Ranch entrance.

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The Camp Verde Mayor and Council met Oct. 21, 2026, and unanimously approved an employment agreement appointing Joshua Jones as Camp Verde Town Manager effective Nov. 9, 2026, following an executive session for legal advice. The meeting included roll call, a Pledge of Allegiance, and formal motions recorded 7-0.

Discussion Points

•Council held an executive session under state law to receive legal advice regarding the employment agreement.
•Council used executive session to consult with the Town Attorney regarding the Town's position on an employment agreement.
•Upon reconvening, the Council voted to approve the employment agreement and appointment.

Decisions

•Approved employment agreement and appointment of Joshua Jones as Town Manager
•Council approved the employment agreement after reconvening.

Directions

•Execute the employment agreement and prepare for the appointee to begin Nov. 9, 2026.

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The Town of Camp Verde's Oct. 21, 2026 council meeting agenda included a public hearing on a use permit for Jackpot Ranch RV Park, proposals to form an Equestrian Center Commission, designation of the town as a Destination Marketing Organization, a proposed commercial lease of 385 S. Main Street, and several departmental updates including Heritage Pool renovations.

Discussion Points

•Proposed commercial lease of town-owned property at 385 S. Main Street and adjacent parcel for parking; agenda includes no lease terms or tenant name.
•Public hearing on Use Permit 2026-008 for Jackpot Ranch RV Park was scheduled; staff listed Development Services Director Christian Green as resource.
•Resolution No. 2026-1225 would designate the Town of Camp Verde as the Destination Marketing Organization for coordination with the Arizona Office of Tourism.
•Resolution No. 2026-1226 would establish the Camp Verde Equestrian Center Commission and appoint seven inaugural members; agenda lists no nominees.

Oct

OCTOBER 21, 2026 TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MEETING PACKET

The Town of Camp Verde council packet for its Oct. 21, 2026 regular session included a public hearing on a use permit for the Jackpot Ranch RV Park, creation of an Equestrian Center Commission, designation of the town as the community Destination Marketing Organization, capital purchases (including a $75,000 building-maintenance vehicle), a $1.26 million pool renovation design update and a draft 99-year Heritage Pool IGA with the school district, and a proposed lease of the BRIC building to Black Canyon Community Health Center.

Discussion Points

•Applicant requested a Use Permit for a 56-space RV park with 44 extended-stay spaces and 12 short-term spaces; application filed May 7, 2025 and reviewed under prior RV Park rules because ordinance change became effective June 7, 2025.
•Appraisal valued building and parcel at $770,000; staff proposed $20/sf gross lease (monthly $5,825) for a two-year term with a third-year option.
•Conceptual design elements: skimmer system replacing valley gutter, beach entry with Life Floor, removal of slide, potential optional amenities if budget permits.
•Council previously authorized creation of the commission Aug. 26, 2026; interviews Oct. 19–20 resulted in seven recommended candidates.
•Draft proposes a 99-year term with symbolic $1 annual rent; Town would be primary operator responsible for daily operations, chemicals, staffing and routine maintenance.
•Finance noted the transient lodging tax increase would direct about $183,000 in FY27 to tourism‑related purposes (estimate in packet).
•Lease assigns structure and system repairs to Town; tenant responsible for utilities, interior improvements, permitting, landscaping and a $2,913 security deposit. Tenant would occupy adjacent parking but not the rear staff lot.
•Major or Capital Repairs would be planned and executed by the Town but funded subject to Town Council appropriations; ownership and valuation of Town Improvements at lease end are addressed through an appraisal process.
•Next steps: finalize design, competitive bid, award construction with goal of opening for 2027 season.
•Packet included proposed motion to lease-purchase up to $75,000.
•Planning & Zoning Commission initially recommended denial, application remanded by council on July 15, 2026, and P&Z later recommended approval with conditions on Aug. 27, 2026.
•Preliminary cost estimate $1.26M with Town budget up to $1.3M and exclusions listed in Landmark Aquatic memo.
•Resolution defines commission role as advisory only and prescribes staggered initial terms and membership diversity goals.
•Scheduling protocol gives District priority for school-use periods; Town manages Town Use Periods and scheduling coordination is specified.
•Staff argued designation preserves eligibility to participate in AOT programs, requires annual proof of a tourism budget, website and social media presence, and designates an authorized position to sign the AOT affidavit.
•Staff recommended approval with conditions emphasizing buffers, screening, wastewater permitting, fire protection, quiet hours, and an on-site caretaker.
•Vehicle specifications and intended operational role; funding identified as FY27 CIP (lease financing).

Directions

•Council asked for feedback; staff will continue legal review and negotiations with CVUSD as directed.
•Staff recommended approval of Resolution 2026-1225 and authorization for the Economic Development Director / Development Services Director to sign the DMO Affidavit.
•Staff recommended council approve the lease and authorize the Interim Town Manager to execute the agreement.
•Staff recommended motions for approval as drafted in the packet; staff to enforce ADEQ/Yavapai County wastewater permitting and fire district requirements before occupancy.
•Staff recommended motions to adopt the resolution and appoint recommended candidates; names to be provided at the meeting.
•Staff to continue cost evaluation, prepare construction documents and proceed with competitive procurement if budget remains feasible.

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The Town of Camp Verde's amended agenda scheduled a special Mayor and Council session on Oct. 21, 2026, that included an executive session on an employment agreement and consideration of appointing Joshua Jones as town manager beginning Nov. 9, 2026.

Discussion Points

•Consideration of an employment agreement to appoint Joshua Jones as town manager beginning Nov. 9, 2026.

Directions

•Agenda scheduled an executive session to allow the council to consult with the Town Attorney and consider its position regarding the employment agreement.

Oct

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met on Oct. 21, 2026; actions included a proclamation recognizing National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, approval of a Highland Software contract renewal, appointment of Sarah Dent as a pro tem superior court employee, approval of a Reynolds use permit after conditions (then a related item was returned to Planning & Zoning), a beer-and-wine license, and sale of 8.72 acres to the City of Prescott.

Discussion Points

•Applicant described prior public-defender experience and preference for in-person work.
•Chair Compton moved the sale per a 10/02/2026 letter of intent at $1,800,000.
•Jared described software upgrades and cybersecurity improvements.
•Leslie Horton and Macy Hodges emphasized screening and access to care.
•Planner Sarakis explained the requested waivers (animal increase, RV hookups, setback) and cited Planning & Zoning\u0002s unanimous recommendation.
•Planner Sarakis said there was no known opposition and the license is located at The Depot 89 in Paulden.
•Staff raised wastewater-system and setback concerns; the applicant agreed to a seasonal animal-limit condition.
•Supervisor Mallory commented on ongoing upgrade expenses.
•Tyler presented the proclamation and cited screening counts (505).
•Vice Chair questioned electrical pedestal details and Becca deferred to building safety or the applicant for technical answers.

Decisions

•Appointment approved unanimously.
•Contract approved unanimously.
•License approved unanimously.
•Proclamation approved unanimously.
•Sale approved unanimously.
•Use permit approved unanimously with conditions.

Directions

•Condition that wastewater system be installed before use of additional RV pedestals.

Oct

SPECIAL BOARD OF SUPERVISORS & PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JOINT SESSION

Yavapai County supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission held a joint meeting on Oct. 20, 2025, to hear a strategic-plan briefing from the countys new Development Services director, consider zoning changes for steel storage containers, review a proposal to stop taking unverified anonymous code-enforcement complaints, and receive updates and grant-funded work on cesspool inventory and abatement.

Discussion Points

•ADEQ $40,000 grant for GIS cesspool analysis and hydrogeologic study for Ash Fork.
•Immediate operational actions to address OpenGov delays and backlog (triage, third-party reviewers).
•NACOG CDBG cesspool-abatement funds used for septic replacement/cesspool abandonment; program targeted 15-20 homeowners and had 16 applicants, two projects in bid.
•Possible ordinance changes: allow limited containers in R1L, replace fixed acre minimum with lot-coverage or per-lot limits, clarify interior vs. exterior square footage, specify anchorage/attachment guidance.
•Rebrand land-use field staff to code compliance specialists.
•Require verified complainant information for non-life-safety zoning complaints; preserve anonymity for imminent life-safety threats.
•Strategic plan with five focus areas (permitting, regulatory modernization, enforcement, training, reporting).
•Three permitted container pathways (storage, accessory building component, dwelling unit/ADU) and current limits (2-acre minimum; 400 sq ft).

Directions

•Consider differential fees by intended use.
•Continue mapping high-probability areas, prioritize funding and coordinate with local special districts and WIFA/EPA programs.
•Provide application materials and outreach to eligible homeowners.
•Staff to develop director proposals and detailed work plans; produce permit maps and forecasts for upcoming hearings.
•Staff to draft ordinance amendment and bring a schedule back to the board.
•Staff to prepare ordinance language and an SOP; provide metrics for frivolous complaint reduction and public outreach materials.

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The Camp Verde Mayor and Council held a special session Oct. 14, 2026, that included a closed executive session to interview three finalists for town manager and a public vote to approve an open-container permit for an October special event at the Camp Verde Equestrian Center.

Discussion Points

•Council interviewed three finalists for Town Manager during executive session.
•Interim Town Manager clarified that no liquor will be sold and the permit authorizes open containers on the property.
•Minutes state direction was provided to the Town Attorney after reconvening, but do not record the content of that direction.
•Town Attorney said staff had previously administered these permits but there is no formal ordinance delegating that authority to staff.

Decisions

•No public hiring vote was recorded during this meeting; no appointment announced.
•Permit approved by roll-call vote 6-0 with Councilor Bolton absent.

Directions

•Council formally approved the permit so that authorization is on the public record pending town code review.
•Town Attorney to take direction and proceed with negotiation/legal steps on behalf of the Council.

Oct

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Yavapai County Board of Supervisors meeting (Oct. 5, 2026) covering a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, multiple departmental presentations (State of the County; community health), several budget and contract approvals, sheriff technology and AI contracts with privacy questions, land-use hearings and a study-session on a proposed Peoplev Valley public safety facility.

Discussion Points

•Concerns about AI, privacy and the need for education and policy development.
•Local advocates described victim services and shelter capacity; supervisors thanked providers.
•Presenters highlighted hospital investments and use of community health workers.
•Project scope: asphalt overlay only; three bids opened, low bid below estimate.
•Recommended preliminary awards presented; shortfall between requested and available funds noted.
•Request to use $7,000 of existing appropriation to begin math articulation across grade levels and districts; introduction of new staff.
•Scope and limits of data sharing, what constitutes a public record, and whether the systems "generate" or merely index data.
•Three priorities identified: access to care; behavioral health; social determinants (housing, transportation, food).
•Ticket price reduced from $60 to $20; event reached ~93% capacity; survey respondents requested more substantive presentations.

Decisions

•Consent item 21 approved
•Contract awarded to Fan Contracting
•Peregrine authorization, Rudra and Leeds contracts approved (two contracts passed on close/contested votes).
•Preliminary awards approved; public comment period to open
•Proclamation adopted unanimously

Directions

•Public comment period to run 45 days before final vote.
•Public Works to update board if costs change.
•Schedule study session on AI and data‑sharing policy; sheriff to provide additional details and policy proposals.
•Staff to consider adjustments and present options in January.
•Superintendent to schedule next steps and report back.

Sep

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Sept. 16, 2026; the board approved consent and action items including a stormwater infiltration resolution, community service agreements, airport and IT purchases, and heard public comments on the Black Canyon City Water Improvement District and the county jail food contractor Aramark.

Discussion Points

•Bid results and project scope (repaving, markings, electrical) were presented.
•Board approved consent agenda with two items pulled for discussion.
•Board emphasized regional approaches and grassland restoration due to substantial public-lands area.
•Board entered executive session for legal advice and returned to act on post-session items.
•Board reiterated alignment with prior budget study-session decisions.
•Clerk explained statutory basis and district’s apparent $1,900 unencumbered balance.
•County staff noted inspections of the county jail by the Yavapai County Health Department and that cited examples were from other jurisdictions.
•Funding will rely on a grant already accepted by the board with additional matching funding to be sought.
•Item 5 (NAMWUA membership) was clarified as nonvoting, $250 membership designated to Vice Chair Check with Supervisor Cucunyo as alternate.
•Kevin Forbes confirmed total amount and payment timing for Cooperative Extension.
•Multiple residents alleged mismanagement, unauthorized spending, missing audits, and high legal fees by the acting chair.
•Presentation of statewide peer-reviewed findings and a February 2026 feasibility study identifying 74 parcels.
•Speakers cited sanitation reports and overbilling allegations from other jurisdictions and urged county-level audit and vendor replacement.
•Transfer amount and engagement letter date were specified in public action roll-call.

Decisions

•Adopt Resolution 2188 unanimously.
•Approve agreements.
•Approve consent items 1–21, and approve pulled items 4 and 5 after discussion.
•Approve enforcement of civil penalty per ARS §48-251(G), limited to unencumbered funds.
•Authorize ERA reimbursement transfer of $113,843.56 and retain Jackson Roof under 09/15/2026 engagement letter.
•Award contract to J. Banneke Construction.

Directions

•Public Works to finalize contract and pursue match funding.
•Staff and legal counsel to meet with residents and investigate options; board to examine whether fines collected could be addressed in budgeting.
•Staff to pursue funding and interjurisdictional coordination; report back on pilot opportunities.
•Treasurer to execute transfer and seek state reimbursement; County Attorney to finalize legal engagement details.

Sep

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Sept. 2, 2026, adopted three proclamations, heard presentations including the treasurer's annual report, approved several contracts and land-use hearings, and extended an interim permitting contract while staff remediate problems with a new permitting system.

Discussion Points

•Big Park Water Company lacks an adequate water‑supply designation; ADWR inadequate finding placed on plat.
•Contract is a three‑month renewal while staff develop longer‑term solution.
•Customer‑service improvements and increased e‑payments highlighted.
•Developer committed to repairing construction damage and funding HOA road maintenance.
•Interim contract reinstates access to historical permit data and provides a fallback for formatting/accessibility problems.
•Neighbors expressed mixed views; some urged compliance enforcement, others urged permitting to avoid demolition.
•One simulator to be located in the Verde Valley; county currently has an older unit at the college.
•Project conforms with existing PAD and subdivision regulations.
•Proposal to use AI overlay to connect law enforcement records and speed investigations.
•Questions from supervisors on privacy and access to shared data.
•Safety and septic adequacy to be reviewed during building permit processing.
•Sheriff described regional cooperation and prior appropriations used to film scenarios.
•Sheriff indicated ethics and AI guidance will be developed and longer‑term funding sought.
•Simulators will host scenario‑based training (active shooter, domestic violence, DUI, missing child).
•Spring tax‑lien auction results and legal follow‑up discussed.
•Supervisors asked for future updates and for staff to monitor access restrictions and impacts to businesses.
•Treasurer reported holdings, receipts/disbursements and investment returns.
•Whether granting a use permit rewards prior unpermitted construction vs. bringing an existing structure into compliance.

Decisions

•Board accepted the $684,000 state appropriation; motion passed unanimously.
•Board accepted the $81,000 appropriation (consent item 34) unanimously.
•Board approved final plat unanimously.
•Board approved the use permit by a 3–2 vote.
•Board approved three‑month CitizenServe renewal (consent item 4) unanimously.
•No formal board action; report accepted as informational.

Directions

•Applicant must proceed through building permit and wastewater review prior to occupancy.
•Record plat with required ADWR language and monitor developer commitments.
•Sheriff's office to lead procurement and regional placement.
•Sheriff to return with contracts and privacy/ethics plan.
•Staff to return with a long‑term permitting proposal and to report changes to historical record access.

Sep

Sep 02, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Sept. 2, 2026. The board approved three proclamations, heard presentations including the treasurer's annual report and a tax-lien auction summary, approved a set of consent and action items (including FAA-funded Sedona Airport improvements and a Copper Basin Road paving contract), and decided several land-use hearings including a contested ADU use permit.

Discussion Points

•Five bids reviewed; Earth Resources recommended as lowest responsive bidder.
•Opposition centered on precedent and code compliance; proponents urged bringing the structure into code via permits rather than demolition.
•Presentations of three proclamations and supporting remarks from county staff and community partners.
•Project length about two-thirds of a mile will bridge to Forest Service jurisdiction.
•Public and contractors reported problems after migration that limit access to historic permit records.
•Staff explained funding is from FAA grant; no county contribution required.
•Staff outlined property-tax collection percentages and lien-auction outcomes.
•Staff propose a short-term renewal to provide formatted access to migrated data and to help translate it into the new system.
•Supervisors praised grant-funded projects for local economic benefit.
•The structure was constructed without a permit by a prior owner; applicants continued work and later sought approval.
•Treasurer described asset composition, LGIP investments, and cash-management practices.

Decisions

•All three proclamations approved unanimously.
•Contract awarded unanimously.
•Contracts awarded; projects to proceed.
•Three-month CitizenServe contract renewal approved.
•Use permit approved 3-2 with conditions.

Directions

•Keep board informed of any access limitations to historical records.
•Proceed with contract execution and schedule.
•Provide city-by-city breakdown of collections on request.
•Public Works to move forward with contract execution and schedule.
•Regular progress updates to be provided.
•Require full building-permit and wastewater-system review before occupancy.
•Staff to return with a long-term permitting proposal and timeline.

Aug

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Aug. 19, 2026; the board approved several contracts and FAA grant agreements, denied two consent items including a proposed ALPR/mobile surveillance purchase after public pushback, continued a development hearing over water and road concerns, and voted to retain outside counsel following executive session.

Discussion Points

•ADEQ requested a contingency plan after elevated gas readings
•ADWR flagged an inadequate water supply; statute allows plat to move forward in some circumstances
•Agreement funds humane society facilities for stray intake and quarantine
•Annual grant total $683,379
•County will install only the number of vents required as monitoring continues
•Covers animals involved in criminal investigations and bite incidents
•Developer said internal roads are private and HOAs handle maintenance
•Drainage project requires a local match from the Sedona Oak Creek Airport Authority
•FAA grant agreements will allow construction to proceed when funds are released
•IGA includes five grants and multiple public health programs
•Multiple residents thanked the board for removing the item from the consent agenda and urged a fuller public process
•Proposal for 12 single‑family lots on 1.35 acres under PAD zoning
•Refinement of consultant scope reduced cost by approx. $40,000
•Residents raised questions about data retention, access rules, AI analytics, audits and vendor access

Decisions

•Approve change order not to exceed $217,925.02
•Approve contract for $299,000
•Approve IGA with ADHS
•Authorize signature for FAA grant agreements
•Consent items 20 and 22 were denied at the start of the meeting
•Hearing continued to 09/02/2026

Directions

•Board signaled intent to allow additional public review and policy development before further action on surveillance purchases
•Director authorized to sign agreement
•Forward materials to Planning and Zoning and continue hearing to Sept. 2
•Public Works to coordinate match letter and return with contract awards
•Public Works to implement mitigation and coordinate with ADEQ
•Sheriff's Office to finalize agreement

Aug

Aug 19, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors met Aug. 19, 2026, approving multiple contract amendments and grant agreements (including landfill monitoring, airport grants, and an animal services contract), continuing a Sedona-area final plat over water and process concerns, and hearing sustained public opposition to proposed mobile surveillance/ALPR systems; the board entered executive session and later retained outside counsel and authorized litigation response.

Discussion Points

•ACC retains other regulatory authority
•ADQ required contingency plan to mitigate elevated methane gas at a Presque Valley monitoring location
•ADWR found an inadequate water supply in packet documentation; ARS 45-108 allows plat progression in some circumstances
•Board approved agreement and letter documenting contribution
•Board asked to ensure contractors clean up after construction
•Board authorized chair to sign verified answer in Maricopa County litigation
•Board entered executive session (4–1)
•Contract award to follow in a future meeting
•Contract provides for intake of stray/quarantined animals and facilities for bite investigations
•Each application reviewed by legal and risk management
•FAA willing to award funds for drainage improvements
•Grant agreement needed so FAA can release funds
•Original consultant estimate $257,587.02 refined to a not-to-exceed $217,925.02
•Post-exec, board approved retaining outside counsel for recorder and assessor
•Praise from some commenters for denial of consent items 20 and 22
•Project estimated at $2.7M and requires a local match
•Project has completed design and is ready for construction phase
•Project proposes 12 single-family lots and 3 tracts on 1.35 acres in a PAD
•Public concerns about ALPR, data retention, vendor access and analytics
•Public notice requirements were met
•Questions about funding transparency and lifecycle costs
•Requested amount $299,000
•Supervisors requested Planning & Zoning review and clearer documentation on water and private road maintenance
•Work targets county landfill (old landfill east of Waste Management site), not Waste Management operations

Decisions

•Change order approved unanimously; proceed with mitigation
•Consent items 20 and 22 were denied at the meeting; public comment record requests follow-up
•Contract approved unanimously
•Counsel retained; verified answer authorized
•Grant agreement approved unanimously
•Grant agreement authorized by unanimous vote
•Hearing continued to Sept. 2, 2026
•Three franchise agreements approved unanimously

Directions

•Approve change order; Public Works to proceed and coordinate with ADQ
•Approve franchises and coordinate future construction with Public Works
•Approve the contract
•Authorize grant agreement signature; staff to return with contract award and award details
•Board to allow more public input and consider policy/safeguards before approving surveillance acquisitions
•Continue hearing to 09/02/2026 and request additional documentation and Planning & Zoning review
•Retain counsel per engagement letters; authorize litigation response
•Staff to return with award of construction contract and further details

Aug

SPECIAL BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 17 approved a package setting primary and secondary property tax rates for 2026 covering the county and several special districts, 4-1, then moved into executive session; no further public action was reported.

Discussion Points

•Budget manager clarified the board’s role is largely to set county/secondary rates and to convey other districts' rates to the Treasurer.
•Clarification that some secondary rates require board action, but many districts set their own rates.
•Motion and vote to enter executive session immediately after tax-rate item.
•Whether board can approve or set tax rates for outside jurisdictions (fire, school, college districts).
•Whether the board has authority to set or reject tax rates set by other jurisdictions (e.g., school or college districts).

Decisions

•Approved setting and conveying 2026 property tax rates; entered executive session following the vote.
•Board entered executive session and later reconvened with no further public action.
•No change to outside jurisdictions’ rate-setting authority; board will convey rates to Treasurer.

Directions

•Convey approved rates to the County Treasurer.

Aug

Aug 17, 2026 SPECIAL BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

At a special meeting on Monday, Aug. 17, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors approved a set of primary and secondary property tax rates for 2026 for multiple jurisdictions and then voted to enter executive session; the board recorded a 4–1 vote on the tax rates and later returned from executive session with no further action.

Discussion Points

•Chair moved to enter executive session following the vote; motion was seconded and approved.
•Kevin Forbes presented the proposed set of primary and secondary tax rates for 2026 and listed affected jurisdictions.
•Supervisor Kupnel asked whether the board could alter other jurisdictions' rates; Kevin Forbes clarified the board does not set those rates and only conveys them.
•Supervisor Mallory emphasized that separate boards answer directly to voters and are independent.

Decisions

•Board entered executive session; returned with no further action.
•Set and convey 2026 primary and secondary property tax rates; approved 4-1.

Directions

•Convey approved rates to County Treasurer.
•No further action on the item was recorded.

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