6.10.2025.PZC.MinutesDRAFT.pdf

CITY OF BUCKEYE 
 
 
                PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 
 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 
JUNE 10, 2025 
 
City Council Chambers 
530 East Monroe Avenue 
Buckeye, AZ 85326 
**Recording of this meeting is available via YouTube** 
 
 
1. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL 
Chairperson Ted Burton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 
 
Members present:  Chair Ted Burton, Commissioner Rebecca Puppe, Vice Chair Anthony DiMascio, 
Commissioner Donald Bassler, Commissioner Sebastian Trupiano, Alternate 
Charles Hester seated for District 2, Alternate Les Manuel,  
 
Members absent:   Commissioner Gina Ragsdale, Commissioner Deanna Kupcik, Alternate Ryan 
Belshee, Alternate Douglas McDonald 
 
Staff present:  
Planning Manager Ken Galica, Assistant City Attorney Tosca Henry, Management 
Assistant Keri Hernandez 
 
 
2. MINUTES 
2A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE MAY 13, 2025 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSSION 
REGULAR MEETING. 
A motion was made by Commissioner Puppe and seconded by Commissioner Trupiano to approve 
minutes as presented. Approval 6-0. Motion carried. 
 
 
3. CONTINUED AGENDA 
3A. PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN 
Community Services Director Miranda Gomez and Community Services Deputy Director Robert 
Wisener presented and were available to answer questions from the Commission. 
Commissioner Puppe asked if splash pads would qualify as an aquatic center. Ms. Gomez informed the 
Commission that splash pads qualify under parks. Ms. Puppe asked if the parks over fifteen acres to 
potentially receive an impact fee credit, would include HOA parks. Ms. Gomez confirmed and the intent 
of the plan is to make that option available to the developer. 
Alternate Hester commended staff on the plan encompassing the entirety of Buckeye. 
Commissioner DiMascio commended staff on the community involvement with the development of the 
master plan. 
Commissioner Bassler commended staff on the quality of the plan. 
Commissioner Trupiano commended staff and the consultant on the development of the master plan in 
line with the goals of the city. Mr. Trupiano asked what role the park ranger plays. Ms. Gomez informed 
the Commission that the park ranger role is in the development process, but the intent would be to 
provide customer service and facility education to an extent. 
Chair Burton asked the determining factor in what is developed first. Ms. Gomez informed the 
Commission that the plan is a Capital Improvement Project and has a set of criteria that will prioritize 
the needs of the community. Mr. Wisener stated that funding is always a consideration, and staff has 
had conversations with city leadership about potentially going on another general obligation (G.O.)

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bond years from now and could help infuse capital dollars to help advance projects forward. Mr. Burton 
stated that having sports programs and ball fields available to children is an important factor. 
A  motion was made by Commissioner Bassler and seconded by Commissioner Trupiano to 
recommend approval to Council. Approval 6-0. Motion carried. 
 
 
4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC 
None. 
 
 
5. PLANNING MANAGER REPORT AND SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS 
Ken Galica thanked Community Services for their great presentation of the Parks and Recreation Master 
Plan. Ken reminded Commission of the summer cancellations for the Planning and Zoning Commission 
meetings and some guest presentations are being planned for future meetings. 
 
 
6. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS 
Commissioner Puppe wished all a safe 4th of July. 
Commissioner Bassler commended Community Services staff on the Eye On Buckeye and the service 
they provide to the community. 
Commissioner Trupiano reminded everyone of the upcoming 4th of July event. 
 
7. ADJOURNMENT 
With there being no further business, Chair Burton adjourned the meeting at 6:57 p.m. 
 
 
 
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Ted Burton, Chairperson 
 
 
 
ATTEST: 
 
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Keri Hernandez, Management Assistant 
 
 
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Planning and Zoning Commission 
Regular Meeting held on the 10th day of June 2025. I further certify that a quorum was present. 
 
 
 
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Keri Hernandez, Management Assistant