07.07.2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes.pdf

CITY OF BUCKEYE
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 7, 2026
MINUTES
City Council Chambers
530 East Monroe Avenue
Buckeye, AZ 85326
6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3) the Council may, by majority vote, recess or adjourn to executive
session at one or more times during the meeting, as needed to confer with the City Attorney for legal
advice regarding any item listed on this agenda.
1. Call to Order/Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
Mayor Orsborn called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.; Rick Wiles with First Southern Baptist Church
of Buckeye led the invocation; Vice Mayor Goodman led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present: Councilmember Youngker (excused at 6:23 p.m.; returned at 6:29 p.m.),
Councilmember Berry (via Microsoft Teams), Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Beard,
Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn.
Members Absent: None.
Departments Present: City Manager Doug Sandstrom, Deputy City Manager Dave Roderique, Deputy
City Manager Jared Askelson, Deputy City Manager James Shano, Deputy City Manager Miranda
Gomez, City Attorney Tosca Henry, Interim City Clerk Summer Stewart, Water Resources Director
Terry Lowe, Development Services Director Brian Craig, Economic Development Director Suzanne
Boyles, Public Works Director Amy Murray, Chief Financial Officer Keith Fallstrom, Police Chief Robert
Sanders, Communications Director John O'Halloran, Interim Community Services Director Bob
Wisener, Information Technology Director Greg Platacz, Fire Chief Jake Rhoades, Interim Director of
Program Management Office John Willett, and Aviation Director Scott Gray.
2. Comments from the Public – None.
3. Awards/Presentations/Proclamations – None.
4. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS / NEW BUSINESS
Approval of items on the Consent Agenda - All items with an (*) are considered to be routine
matters and will be enacted by one motion and vote of the City Council. A motion was made by
Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Councilmember Goodman to approve Items *4.A,
*4.B, *4.C, *4.D, *4.E, *4.F, *4.G, *4.H, *4.I., *4.J, *4.K, *4.L, *4.M, *4.N, *4.O, *4.P, *4.Q, *4.R, *4.S,
*4.T, and *4.U. Motion passed unanimously.
*4.A Council to take action on the request for a new Series 010 (Beer and Wine Store) Liquor
License (Application No. 399828) for Quiktrip #491, located at 350 North Jackrabbit Trail
in Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Lucinda Aja, City Clerk
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Council approved the request for a new Series 010 (Beer and Wine Store) Liquor License (Application
No. 399828) for Quiktrip #491, located at 350 North Jackrabbit Trail in Buckeye.
*4.B Council to take action on the request for a new Series 006 (Bar) Liquor License
(Application No. 401614) for Harkins Verrado Marketplace, located at 1515 North Verrado
Way in Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Lucinda Aja, City Clerk
Council approved the request for a new Series 006 (Bar) Liquor License (Application No. 401614) for
Harkins Verrado Marketplace, located at 1515 North Verrado Way in Buckeye.
*4.C Council to take action on the reappointment of Haylee Mosher and Raelynn Miller and
the appointment of Emmelyne Perez, Jolene Mahoney, Liliana Gonzalez, Dylan Jimenez,
Leila Medina, Zoey-Noel Reade, Timothy Hartfield Jr., Jack Erickson, Damian Gomez
Felix, Payton Briese, and Carlos Morales as Regular Members of the Buckeye Youth
Council with a term expiration date of September 2027.
Staff Liaison: Jaden Ralston, Buckeye Youth Council Assistant
Council approved the reappointment of Haylee Mosher and Raelynn Miller and the appointment of
Emmelyne Perez, Jolene Mahoney, Liliana Gonzalez, Dylan Jimenez, Leila Medina, Zoey-Noel
Reade, Timothy Hartfield Jr., Jack Erickson, Damian Gomez Felix, Payton Briese, and Carlos Morales
as Regular Members of the Buckeye Youth Council with a term expiration date of September 2027.
*4.D Council to take action on the Contracts for Materials and Services between the City of
Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and Brodart Co., a Pennsylvania general
partnership (Contract No. 32600250), Follett Content Solutions, LLC, a Delaware limited
liability company (Contract No. 32600255), and Ingram Library Services LLC, a
Tennessee limited liability company (Contract No. 32600256), for the purchase of library
materials and related services; and authorize the City Manager to execute and deliver
said Contracts on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Robert Wisener, Interim Director of Community Services
Council approved the Contracts for Materials and Services between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona
municipal corporation, and Brodart Co., a Pennsylvania general partnership (Contract No. 32600250),
Follett Content Solutions, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (Contract No. 32600255), and
Ingram Library Services LLC, a Tennessee limited liability company (Contract No. 32600256), for the
purchase of library materials and related services; and authorized the City Manager to execute and
deliver said Contracts on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.E Council to take action on draft Contract No. 32600247 between the City of Buckeye, an
Arizona municipal corporation, and a firm that will be selected through the ongoing
General Plan Update Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process; and, once a firm is
awarded the project, authorize the City Manager to approve the final version of Contract
No. 32600247 between the City of Buckeye and the selected firm, provided the total
contract amount is $750,000 or less.
Staff Liaison: Mandy Woods, Principal Planner
Council approved draft Contract No. 32600247 between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona municipal
corporation, and a firm that will be selected through the ongoing General Plan Update Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) process; and, once a firm is awarded the project, authorize the City Manager to
approve the final version of Contract No. 32600247 between the City of Buckeye and the selected firm,
provided the total contract amount is $750,000 or less.
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*4.F Council to take action on a final plat titled "Vista Bonita - Phase I" located at the
southeast corner of Broadway Road and Apache Road.
Staff Liaison: Andrea Marquez, Senior Planner
Council approved a final plat titled "Vista Bonita - Phase I" located at the southeast corner of
Broadway Road and Apache Road.
*4.G Council to take action on Resolution No. 76-26 approving an Acceptance and Service
Agreement with Trillium Land Company, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, or
designee, for water infrastructure and related appurtenances, and associated real
property, subject to approval of the final form of the Agreement by the City Attorney.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council adopted Resolution No. 76-26 approving an Acceptance and Service Agreement with Trillium
Land Company, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, or designee, for water infrastructure and
related appurtenances, and associated real property, subject to approval of the final form of the
Agreement by the City Attorney.
*4.H Council to take action on the Job Order Contracts between the City of Buckeye, an
Arizona municipal corporation, and C S Construction, Inc., an Arizona corporation,
(Contract No. 32600173), B & F Contracting, Inc., an Arizona corporation, (Contract No.
32600220), OMNI Electric, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, (Contract No.
32600221), Kimbrell Electric, Inc., an Arizona corporation, (Contract No. 32600222) and
Roadway Electric, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, (Contract No. 32600223);
and authorize the award and execution of the Contracts by the City Manager and the
award and execution of any future Delivery Orders under these Contracts by the City
Manager on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Keith Fallstrom, Chief Financial Officer
Council approved the Job Order Contracts between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona municipal
corporation, and C S Construction, Inc., an Arizona corporation, (Contract No. 32600173), B & F
Contracting, Inc., an Arizona corporation, (Contract No. 32600220), OMNI Electric, LLC, an Arizona
limited liability company, (Contract No. 32600221), Kimbrell Electric, Inc., an Arizona corporation,
(Contract No. 32600222) and Roadway Electric, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, (Contract
No. 32600223); and authorized the award and execution of the Contracts by the City Manager and the
award and execution of any future Delivery Orders under these Contracts by the City Manager on
behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.I Council to take action on Resolution No. 69-26 approving the FY2027 Drug, Gang, and
Violent Crime Control Program Grant Award between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona
municipal corporation, and the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission, to support drug,
gang, and violent crime interdictions and investigation efforts by the Buckeye Police
Department personnel.
Staff Liaison: Rob Roach, Grant Program Manager
Council adopted Resolution No. 69-26 approving the FY2027 Drug, Gang, and Violent Crime Control
Program Grant Award between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and the Arizona
Criminal Justice Commission, to support drug, gang, and violent crime interdictions and investigation
efforts by the Buckeye Police Department personnel.
*4.J Council to take action to authorize the City Manager or his designee to award, execute
and deliver contracts and contract changes to those contracts and projects identified in
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the attached list as may be required for anticipated expenditures under those contracts
and projects.
Staff Liaison: Kevin Custer, Deputy Finance Director
Council authorized the City Manager or his designee to award, execute and deliver contracts and
contract changes to those contracts and projects identified in the attached list as may be required for
anticipated expenditures under those contracts and projects.
*4.K City Council to take action to approve budget transfers totaling $18,156,400 to fund the
Watson Road and Broadway Road (CIP 2022012) and the Durango Street, Miller Road to
Yuma Road (CIP 2020014) CIP projects from General Obligation (GO) Bond proceeds,
and authorize the reimbursement of the general fund for prior expenditures during
FY2026 for these projects.
Staff Liaison: Keith Fallstrom, Chief Financial Officer
City approved budget transfers totaling $18,156,400 to fund the Watson Road and Broadway Road
(CIP 2022012) and the Durango Street, Miller Road to Yuma Road (CIP 2020014) CIP projects from
General Obligation (GO) Bond proceeds, and authorize the reimbursement of the general fund for prior
expenditures during FY2026 for these projects.
*4.L Council to take action on Resolution No. 73-26 approving the Arizona 9-1-1 Program
Funding Assistance Agreement between the State of Arizona, acting through the
Arizona Department of Administration and the City of Buckeye; and authorizing the City
Manager to execute and deliver said Grant Agreement on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Rob Roach, Grant Program Manager
Council adopted Resolution No. 73-26 approving the Arizona 9-1-1 Program Funding Assistance
Agreement between the State of Arizona, acting through the Arizona Department of Administration
and the City of Buckeye; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Grant
Agreement on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.M Council to take action on Resolution No. 68-26 approving the First Amendment to the
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Buckeye and the Maricopa County
Sheriff's Office for the Buckeye Police Department to attend the Maricopa County
Sheriff's Office Detention Officer Training Academy; and authorizing the City Manager to
execute and deliver said Amendment on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Robert Sanders, Chief of Police
Council adopted Resolution No. 68-26 approving the First Amendment to the Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City of Buckeye and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for the Buckeye
Police Department to attend the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer Training Academy;
and authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Amendment on behalf of the City of
Buckeye.
*4.N Council to take action on Resolution No. 70-26 approving the Intergovernmental
Agreement with the City of Avondale, City of El Mirage, City of Glendale, City of
Goodyear, City or Peoria, City of Surprise, City of Tolleson, and the Town of Wickenburg
to establish the West Valley Investigative Response Team; and authorizing the City
Manager to execute and deliver said Agreement and related documents on behalf of the
City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Robert Sanders, Chief of Police
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Council adopted Resolution No. 70-26 approving the Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of
Avondale, City of El Mirage, City of Glendale, City of Goodyear, City or Peoria, City of Surprise, City of
Tolleson, and the Town of Wickenburg to establish the West Valley Investigative Response Team; and
authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Agreement and related documents on behalf
of the City of Buckeye.
*4.O Council to adopt the 2026 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Strategic Plan.
Staff Liaison: John Willett, Interim Director of Program Management Office
Council adopted the 2026 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Strategic Plan.
*4.P Council to take action on Resolution No. 52-26 approving the Transit Services
Amendment, Contract # 109-75-2027-06-00, between the City of Buckeye and the
Regional Public Transportation Authority relating to fixed route bus service along bus
service route 563, and fixed route short trips along bus service route 685; and
authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Contract Amendment on behalf
of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: John Willett, Interim Director of Program Management Office
Council adopted Resolution No. 52-26 approving the Transit Services Amendment, Contract # 109-75-
2027-06-00, between the City of Buckeye and the Regional Public Transportation Authority relating to
fixed route bus service along bus service route 563, and fixed route short trips along bus service route
685; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Contract Amendment on behalf of
the City of Buckeye.
*4.Q Council to take action on the Professional Services Agreements between the City of
Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and Empire Pump Corporation, an Arizona
corporation (Contract No. 32600208); Weber Water Resources, LLC, an Arizona limited
liability company (Contract No. 32600257); and Southwest Waterworks Contractors PM
LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (Contract No. 32600258); and authorize the
City Manager to execute and deliver said Agreements on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council approved the Professional Services Agreements between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona
municipal corporation, and Empire Pump Corporation, an Arizona corporation (Contract No.
32600208); Weber Water Resources, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company (Contract No.
32600257); and Southwest Waterworks Contractors PM LLC, a Delaware limited liability company
(Contract No. 32600258); and authorized the City Manager to execute and deliver said Agreements on
behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.R Council to take action on Delivery Order No. 1 to the Job Order Contract (No. 2025113)
between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and MGC Contractors,
Inc., an Arizona corporation; and authorize the City Manager to execute said Delivery
Order on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council approved Delivery Order No. 1 to the Job Order Contract (No. 2025113) between the City of
Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and MGC Contractors, Inc., an Arizona corporation; and
authorized the City Manager to execute said Delivery Order on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.S Council to take action on the Construction Contract (No. 32600228) between the City of
Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and Hunter Contracting Co., an Arizona
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corporation; and authorize the City Manager to execute and deliver said Contract on
behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council approved the Construction Contract (No. 32600228) between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona
municipal corporation, and Hunter Contracting Co., an Arizona corporation; and authorized the City
Manager to execute and deliver said Contract on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
*4.T Council to take action to accept the Ventana Ranch Well Site #1 real property conveyed
by and through the Special Warranty Deed and the associated water infrastructure and
related appurtenances identified in the Bill of Sale, each executed by the Ventana Ranch
Community Association, an Arizona non-profit corporation; authorizing the City
Manager to execute and deliver the Special Warranty Deed and Bill of Sale; and,
authorizing the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to take all steps necessary to
perfect the conveyance of the real property and infrastructure identified herein.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council accepted the Ventana Ranch Well Site #1 real property conveyed by and through the Special
Warranty Deed and the associated water infrastructure and related appurtenances identified in the Bill
of Sale, each executed by the Ventana Ranch Community Association, an Arizona non-profit
corporation; authorized the City Manager to execute and deliver the Special Warranty Deed and Bill of
Sale; and authorized the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to take all steps necessary to
perfect the conveyance of the real property and infrastructure identified herein.
*4.U Council to take action on Resolution No. 74-26 approving Amendment # 1 to the
Intergovernmental Grant Agreement (IGA-ARPA-BUC-122324-01) between the City of
Buckeye, an Arizona municipal corporation, and the State of Arizona, the Office of the
Governor; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Amendment and
any related documents on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Terry Lowe, Water Resources Director
Council adopted Resolution No. 74-26 approving Amendment # 1 to the Intergovernmental Grant
Agreement (IGA-ARPA-BUC-122324-01) between the City of Buckeye, an Arizona municipal
corporation, and the State of Arizona, the Office of the Governor; and authorizing the City Manager to
execute and deliver said Amendment and any related documents on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
5. Public Hearings / Non-Consent - New Business
5.A Council to hold a public hearing and take action on Ordinance No. 17-26 extending and
increasing the corporate limits of the City of Buckeye, Maricopa County, State of
Arizona, pursuant to the provisions of Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 7, Arizona Revised
Statutes and Amendments thereto, by annexing approximately 49.617 acres located
approximately 1,350 feet south of the southwest corner of Lower Buckeye Road and
269th Avenue.
Staff Liaison: Ken Galica, Planning Manager
Mr. Galica presented information regarding Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, and 5.D concurrently.
Mr. Galica explained that items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, and 5.D are interconnected components of the West
Park and Silver Rock projects, involving annexation, general plan amendments, and major community
master plan (CMP) amendments; vicinity maps were displayed. He described the annexation of just
under 50 acres and a minor general plan amendment covering about 125 acres, which would change
land use designations to allow inclusion in the expanded West Park CMP. Details were provided
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regarding two major community master plan amendments: one removing 741 acres from the Silver
Rock CMP, reducing its residential unit count, and another expanding the West Park CMP to absorb
these acres, as well as the West Wind CMP and other parcels, ultimately creating a unified
employment-focused area. Mr. Galica described the new land use vision, shifting much of the area
west of State Route 85 to light industrial and business park uses, with specific design standards such
as increased landscape setbacks, enhanced gateway features, and updated trail networks aligned with
the City’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan. He explained that the industrial uses would be limited to
enclosed buildings, not heavy outdoor operations, and that a commercial corner would be preserved
for airport-related services. Infrastructure responsibilities, public safety provisions, and phased
development were summarized. Mr. Galica noted there was minimal public comment, support from
stakeholders, and Planning and Zoning Commission approval. A key stipulation was highlighted:
development in a designated area would be delayed for up to two years or until the airport’s long-
range plan is finalized, to ensure compatibility with future airport expansion. Mayor Orsborn asked Mr.
Galica to elaborate on the purpose and intent of the airport development stipulation within the broader
community master plan, specifically seeking clarification on how it would affect development and what
protections it provided. Mr. Galica responded that the stipulation was designed to ensure no
development would occur in the designated area for two years or until the airport’s long-range plan
was adopted, whichever came first. This delay allows the City to finalize the airport master plan and
determine the runway alignment, ensuring that any future development in the area would be
compatible with airport operations and not create conflicts. Outside the restricted area, development
could proceed immediately once site plans and approvals were obtained. Mayor Orsborn opened a
public hearing at 6:27 p.m. to hear citizen input regarding Ordinance No. 17-26. There being no public
comment, Mayor Orsborn closed the public hearing at 6:27 p.m. A motion was made by
Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt Ordinance No. 17-26
extending and increasing the corporate limits of the City of Buckeye, Maricopa County, State of
Arizona, pursuant to the provisions of Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 7, Arizona Revised Statutes and
Amendments thereto, by annexing approximately 49.617 acres located approximately 1,350 feet south
of the southwest corner of Lower Buckeye Road and 269th Avenue. Councilmember Berry,
Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Beard, Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman,
and Mayor Orsborn voted aye; Councilmember Youngker was absent for the motion and vote. Motion
carried.
5.B Council to hold a public hearing and take action on Resolution No. 71-26 approving the
Westpark Minor General Plan Amendment to the Imagine Buckeye General Plan 2040 to
change the land use designation of approximately 125.4 acres, consisting of 76.0 acres
located north of the northeast corner of Lower Buckeye Road and Wilson Avenue and
49.4 acres located south of the southeast corner of Lower Buckeye Road and 269th
Avenue from Business Commerce to Master Planned Community.
Staff Liaison: Ken Galica, Planning Manager
Mr. Galica presented information regarding Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, and 5.D concurrently; see summary of
presentation under Item 5.A.
Mayor Orsborn opened a public hearing at 6:28 p.m. to hear citizen input regarding Resolution No. 71-
26. There being no public comment, Mayor Orsborn closed the public hearing at 6:28 p.m. A motion
was made by Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt Resolution No.
71-26 approving the Westpark Minor General Plan Amendment to the Imagine Buckeye General Plan
2040 to change the land use designation of approximately 125.4 acres, consisting of 76.0 acres
located north of the northeast corner of Lower Buckeye Road and Wilson Avenue and 49.4 acres
located south of the southeast corner of Lower Buckeye Road and 269th Avenue from Business
Commerce to Master Planned Community. Councilmember Berry, Councilmember HagEstad,
Councilmember Beard, Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn voted aye;
Councilmember Youngker was absent for the motion and vote. Motion carried.
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5.C Council to hold a public hearing and take action on Ordinance No. 19-26 approving a
major amendment to the Silver Rock Community Master Plan ("CMP") as described in
Case No. PLZZ-25-0011 to reduce the size of the CMP from approximately 1,241 acres to
approximately 500 acres by removing approximately 741 acres located north of the
Roosevelt Irrigation District Canal for inclusion in the expanded Westpark Community
Master Plan; and, providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances and severability.
Staff Liaison: Ken Galica, Planning Manager
Mr. Galica presented information regarding Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, and 5.D concurrently; see summary of
presentation under Item 5.A.
Mayor Orsborn opened a public hearing at 6:28 p.m. to hear citizen input regarding Ordinance No. 19-
26. There being no public comment, Mayor Orsborn closed the public hearing at 6:29 p.m. A motion
was made by Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt Council to hold
a public hearing and take action on Ordinance No. 19-26 approving a major amendment to the Silver
Rock Community Master Plan ("CMP") as described in Case No. PLZZ-25-0011 to reduce the size of
the CMP from approximately 1,241 acres to approximately 500 acres by removing approximately 741
acres located north of the Roosevelt Irrigation District Canal for inclusion in the expanded Westpark
Community Master Plan; and, providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances and severability.
Councilmember Berry, Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Beard, Councilmember Heustis,
Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn voted aye; Councilmember Youngker was absent for the
motion and vote. Motion carried.
5.D Council to hold a public hearing and take action on Ordinance No. 18-26 approving a
major amendment to the Westpark Community Master Plan ("CMP") as described in
Case No. PLZZ-25-0010 related to approximately 1,948.2 acres within and adjacent to the
CMP; expanding the CMP boundary through incorporation of land currently within the
Westwind and Silver Rock CMPs and additional adjacent acreage not currently within a
CMP; modifying the CMP land use plan to expand opportunities for commercial,
business park, and light industrial development in the amendment area; and providing
for repeal of conflicting ordinances and severability.
Staff Liaison: Ken Galica, Planning Manager
Mr. Galica presented information regarding Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, and 5.D concurrently; see summary of
presentation under Item 5.A.
Mayor Orsborn opened a public hearing at 6:29 p.m. to hear citizen input regarding Ordinance No. 18-
26. There being no public comment, Mayor Orsborn closed the public hearing at 6:29 p.m. A motion
was made by Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt Ordinance No.
18-26 approving a major amendment to the Westpark Community Master Plan ("CMP") as described
in Case No. PLZZ-25-0010 related to approximately 1,948.2 acres within and adjacent to the CMP;
expanding the CMP boundary through incorporation of land currently within the Westwind and Silver
Rock CMPs and additional adjacent acreage not currently within a CMP; modifying the CMP land use
plan to expand opportunities for commercial, business park, and light industrial development in the
amendment area; and providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances and severability, with conditions a
through jj, as presented by staff. Councilmember Youngker returned to the dais and requested a point
of order to confirm information on the Silver Rock CMP before voting, asking that the item be stayed
until further information was acquired. Ms. Henry noted that action had already been taken on Item 5.C
related to the Silver Rock CMP and the item was now closed; no further action is allowed on Item 5.C.
Mayor Orsborn confirmed for the record that a motion and second to adopt Ordinance No. 18-26 was
currently on the table; Councilmember Berry, Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Beard,
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Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn voted aye; Councilmember
Youngker did not cast a vote. Motion carried.
5.E Council to take action to authorize the City Manager to execute agreements related to
Design Concept Report (DCR), public outreach, programming, and
architectural/engineering design services for Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Project
No. 107580 – North Library & Community Center, in an amount not to exceed $1,362,700,
and to take all actions necessary to carry out the intent of this authorization.
Staff Liaison: Robert Wisener, Interim Director of Community Services
Mr. Wisener presented details about the North Library and Community Center project, explaining that
the city will lease 2.5 acres from Sun Valley Church at Beardsley Parkway and Canyon Springs
Boulevard in Sun City Festival; vicinity maps were displayed. The planned facility will be about 13,000
square feet, including a 3,000 square foot community center. He described the recent approval of the
lease, the architectural services Request for Qualification (RFQ) process, and the timeline, with design
expected to start in the fall and take approximately one year, followed by construction beginning in the
fall 2027 and opening in the fall 2028. Mr. Wisener emphasized stakeholder and resident outreach
during design, and recommended Council approval to authorize funds and allow the City Manager to
execute any agreements related to the project. Mayor Orsborn expressed excitement about the
progress of the library project in the Sun City Festival Community. Councilmember HagEstad thanked
staff and stated the library project started approximately eight years ago and expressed excitement
that the project is finally moving forward. A motion was made by Councilmember HagEstad and
seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to authorize the City Manager to execute agreements related to
Design Concept Report (DCR), public outreach, programming, and architectural/engineering design
services for Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Project No. 107580 – North Library & Community Center,
in an amount not to exceed $1,362,700, and to take all actions necessary to carry out the intent of this
authorization. Motion passed unanimously.
5.F Council to take action on Resolution No. 72-26 approving the Intergovernmental
Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions between
Buckeye Union High School District #201 and the City of Buckeye in substantially the
form and format on file with the City Clerk; authorize the City Manager to (i) transfer an
amount not to exceed $50,000 from General Fund contingency for due diligence costs;
(ii) utilize Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding across FY26, FY27, and FY28 for
CIP Project No. 109520 – Vehicle Maintenance Facility Building & Parking Lot and CIP
No. 109530 – BUHSD–COB A-Wing Building Tenant Improvements; and (iii) execute
design, engineering, permitting, project management, construction, and related
expenditures in a combined amount not to exceed $11,525,000; and authorize and direct
the Mayor, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to execute any and all necessary
or desirable documents, and take all steps necessary, to carry out the purpose and
intent of said CIP budget allocations and project delivery.
Staff Liaison: Suzanne Boyles, Economic Development Director
Ms. Boyles presented information regarding Items 5.F and 5.G concurrently.
Ms. Boyles presented information regarding Resolution No. 72-26 and Resolution No. 75-26 and
explained the land swap strategy between the City of Buckeye and Buckeye Union High School
District (BUHSD), describing it as an equal asset exchange valued at $13.75 million. The City will
acquire 57 acres along with a portion of Fillmore Street and water capacity, while Buckeye Union will
receive improvements to the A-wing facility and the 620 property, which is located along MC85 and
south of Baseline Road; both are City-owned assets; vicinity maps were displayed. Ms. Boyles
emphasized that the City is not authorizing new money with approval of this item, as the funds for
improvements were already approved in the fiscal year 2027 budget. The timeline includes a 120-day
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due diligence period, followed by improvements and a deed transfer by November 2028. She also
discussed a shared parking agreement with Western Maricopa Education Center District No. 402
(West-MEC), which will provide mutual access to parking lots after the land transfer, and highlighted
that BUHSD will comply with design standards for the 620 property to ensure aesthetics in downtown.
The City will have control over the 57 acres, allowing flexibility for future development; both
agreements are intended to support strategic growth, educational partnerships, and community
development. Dr. Steve Beebe, Superintendent of BUHSD, expressed appreciation for the partnership
between BUHSD and the City, noting the historical connection and pride shared by both. He explained
that the District’s growth has increased transportation and administrative needs, and acquiring the A-
wing and 620 property will address these without requiring additional taxpayer funding for
administrative purposes. He emphasized the District’s commitment to maintaining the area around
Buckeye Union High School as a point of pride, including plans to use the A-wing for board and
training rooms, and highlighted the willingness to comply with City design standards for the 620
property. Based on questions from Mayor Orsborn, Dr. Beebe clarified that the 57-acre parcel near I-
10 is no longer suitable for a high school due to surrounding development and because the district is
working on acquiring land elsewhere for future schools. Jarett Guy, Assistant Superintendent of West-
MEC, thanked the City for its ongoing support and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of the
shared parking agreement for West-MEC’s operations at its Southwest campus, which serves
approximately 1,000 students daily. He commended the City’s Economic Development team for their
transparency and foresight in maintaining parking access, noting the agreement is essential for current
and future student opportunities and will allow West-MEC to continue expanding and serving the
community effectively. Councilmember Berry requested further information regarding plans for the 57-
acre parcel. Ms. Boyles clarified there are currently no specific plans for the parcel; the City will
conduct a feasibility study for higher education as part of the fiscal year 2027 budget, but the land
swap is not solely for a university; Council will have full authority over its future use. Councilmember
Berry requested further information regarding the 620 property, expressing concern about its use as a
bus barn and its impact on downtown aesthetics, referencing previous proposals for retail
development. Ms. Boyles explained that the City will improve the 620 property for the District’s vehicle
maintenance facility, acknowledged community concerns, and clarified that City restrictions did not
prevent previous proposals for retail development from moving forward. She emphasized that the
Downtown Specific Area Plan (DSAP) allows for business commerce, including light manufacturing,
and that the BUHSD is contractually obligated to meet City design standards for the 620 property,
including decorative screening and landscaping. Councilmember Berry expressed concerns about
using the 620 property as a bus barn, citing potential impacts to downtown revitalization and the need
to explore alternative uses. Councilmember Beard expressed concern about spending $13 million on a
land swap when important City streets, including Miller Road, need improvements. Ms. Boyles
responded that no new money was being requested for the land swap; the Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) Project funding for the A-wing and 620 property improvements were approved in the
fiscal year 2027; this funding does not take away from other infrastructure investments, including Miller
Road. Vice Mayor Goodman acknowledged Councilmember Berry's concerns regarding the bus barn
location, noting it may not be ideal but is convenient for BUHSD; suggested that with thoughtful
design, the facility could become an asset rather than an eyesore, referencing the water campus as an
example of how aesthetics can enhance a site. Vice Mayor Goodman highlighted the importance of
meeting the District's needs and expressed optimism that the project could be made appealing until
Monroe Avenue is completed. Councilmember Youngker stated the Council's responsibility is to
prioritize what is best for the City overall, acknowledging both the District's interests and
Councilmember Berry’s; emphasized that since the City owns the 620 property, it has the authority to
determine its future use.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Goodman and seconded by Councilmember Youngker to continue
to the September 1, 2026 Regular Council Meeting action on Resolution No. 72-26 approving the
Intergovernmental Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions between
Buckeye Union High School District #201 and the City of Buckeye in substantially the form and format
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on file with the City Clerk; authorize the City Manager to (i) transfer an amount not to exceed $50,000
from General Fund contingency for due diligence costs; (ii) utilize Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
funding across FY26, FY27, and FY28 for CIP Project No. 109520 – Vehicle Maintenance Facility
Building & Parking Lot and CIP No. 109530 – BUHSD–COB A-Wing Building Tenant Improvements;
and (iii) execute design, engineering, permitting, project management, construction, and related
expenditures in a combined amount not to exceed $11,525,000; and authorize and direct the Mayor,
City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to execute any and all necessary or desirable documents,
and take all steps necessary, to carry out the purpose and intent of said CIP budget allocations and
project delivery and action on Resolution No. 75-26 approving the Agreement between Western
Maricopa Education Center District No. 402 and City of Buckeye regarding cancellation and
termination of Mutual Access and Parking Easement Agreement dated June 8, 2021, and Mutual
Access and Parking Easement Agreement; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver
said Agreement on behalf of the City of Buckeye. Councilmember Youngker and Vice Mayor Goodman
voted aye; Councilmember Berry, Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Beard, Councilmember
Heustis, and Mayor Orsborn voted nay. Motion failed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt
Resolution No. 72-26 approving the Intergovernmental Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and
Joint Escrow Instructions between Buckeye Union High School District #201 and the City of Buckeye
in substantially the form and format on file with the City Clerk; authorize the City Manager to (i) transfer
an amount not to exceed $50,000 from General Fund contingency for due diligence costs; (ii) utilize
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding across FY26, FY27, and FY28 for CIP Project No.
109520 – Vehicle Maintenance Facility Building & Parking Lot and CIP No. 109530 – BUHSD–COB A-
Wing Building Tenant Improvements; and (iii) execute design, engineering, permitting, project
management, construction, and related expenditures in a combined amount not to exceed
$11,525,000; and authorize and direct the Mayor, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to
execute any and all necessary or desirable documents, and take all steps necessary, to carry out the
purpose and intent of said CIP budget allocations and project delivery. Councilmember HagEstad,
Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn voted aye; Councilmember
Youngker, Councilmember Berry, and Councilmember Beard voted nay. Motion carried.
5.G Council to take action on Resolution No. 75-26 approving the Agreement between
Western Maricopa Education Center District No. 402 and City of Buckeye regarding
cancellation and termination of Mutual Access and Parking Easement Agreement dated
June 8, 2021, and Mutual Access and Parking Easement Agreement; and authorizing the
City Manager to execute and deliver said Agreement on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Staff Liaison: Suzanne Boyles, Economic Development Director
Ms. Boyles presented information regarding Items 5.F and 5.G concurrently; see summary of
presentation under Item 5.F.
A motion was made by Councilmember Heustis and seconded by Vice Mayor Goodman to adopt
Resolution No. 75-26 approving the Agreement between Western Maricopa Education Center District
No. 402 and City of Buckeye regarding cancellation and termination of Mutual Access and Parking
Easement Agreement dated June 8, 2021, and Mutual Access and Parking Easement Agreement; and
authorizing the City Manager to execute and deliver said Agreement on behalf of the City of Buckeye.
Councilmember HagEstad, Councilmember Heustis, Vice Mayor Goodman, and Mayor Orsborn voted
aye; Councilmember Youngker, Councilmember Berry, and Councilmember Beard voted nay. Motion
carried.
6. Comments from the Mayor and Council - None
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7. City Manager's Report and Summary of Current Events
Mr. Sandstrom presented a summary of current events.
8. Proposals for Future Agenda Items - None
9. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Orsborn adjourned the meeting at 7:31 p.m.
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Eric W. Orsborn, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lucinda J. Aja, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the Regular and Special
Council Meeting held on July 7, 2026. I further certify that a quorum was present.
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Lucinda J. Aja, City Clerk
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