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RESOLUTION NO. R26-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY ARIZONA,
ORDERING AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE
HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026, IN AND FOR THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, ARIZONA, TO SUBMIT TO THE QUALIFIED
ELECTORS THEREOF QUESTIONS OF SELLING AND
ISSUING BONDS PAYABLE FROM SECONDARY (AD
VALOREM) PROPERTY TAXES.
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Arizona (hereinafter referred
to as the “City”), determine that certain, future capital needs of the City can be financed best
through the issuance and sale of bonds of the City, the debt service with respect to which shall be
paid through the levy of secondary (ad valorem) property taxes; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 35-452, Arizona Revised Statutes, as amended, the Mayor
and Council of the City must order an election to determine whether such indebtedness shall be
authorized (hereinafter referred to as the “Election”).
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows:
SECTION 1. (A)
That the Election, in and for the City, be and the same is hereby
ordered and called to be held on November 3, 2026, at which time there shall be submitted to the
qualified electors of the City three questions relating to authorizing the sale and issuance of bonds
of the City in the aggregate principal amounts and for the purposes set forth in the official ballot
for the Election (hereinafter referred to as the “Official Ballot”).
(B)
That if a question passes at the Election, the aggregate principal amount of the
bonds to be authorized at the Election with respect to such question shall be the applicable amount
set forth in the Official Ballot; the maximum rate of interest to be paid thereon shall be not more
than eight percent (8%) per annum; the minimum and the maximum number of years bonds of any
issue or series authorized at the Election may run from their date shall be five (5) years and twenty-
five (25) years; the purposes for which the money derived from the sale of the bonds will be
expended shall be as more fully set forth in the Official Ballot; the City currently has $32,271,327
in outstanding general obligation debt, including principal and allocable unamortized premium,
chargeable against the 6% limit and $174,547,368 in outstanding general obligation debt, including
principal and allocable unamortized premium, chargeable against the 20% limit; and the
constitutional debt limit of the City is $1,165,424,430, being 26% of the net assessed full cash
value of the City (which debt limit is based on the value provided by the assessor of Maricopa
County, Arizona (hereinafter referred to as the “County”) for fiscal year 2025-2026).
SECTION 2. That the Official Ballot shall be in substantially the form attached hereto as
Exhibit “A.”
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SECTION 3. (A) That notice of the Election shall be given by mailing an informational
pamphlet (hereinafter referred to as the “Informational Pamphlet”) to each household within the
City that contains a registered voter not less than thirty-five (35) days before the date of the
election.
(B)
That the Informational Pamphlet shall be prepared by the Clerk of the City, and the
Clerk of the City is hereby authorized and directed to cause the Informational Pamphlet to be
provided as and under the circumstances described herein in the form she deems acceptable.
(C)
That, pursuant to Section 35-454, Arizona Revised Statutes, as amended, the City
hereby sets the date of August 7, 2026, at the hour of 5:00 p.m., as the deadline to submit arguments
“for” and “against” the authorization to issue the bonds.
(D)
That the Clerk of the City is hereby authorized to request arguments “for” and
“against” the subject matter of the Election by providing the notice in the form and by the means
provided in the form attached hereto and marked Exhibit “B” (hereinafter referred to as the
“Request for Arguments”). The Clerk of the City is authorized to revise the form of notice hereto
as necessary to comply with all applicable laws, including an estimate of the average tax rate for
the proposed bond authorization required by Section 35-454.C, Arizona Revised Statutes, as
amended.
Each argument shall not exceed 300 words in length. If the argument is sponsored by an
organization, the sworn statements of two executive officers are required. If the argument is
sponsored by a political committee, the sworn statement of the committee’s chair or treasurer is
required. If the argument is submitted by an individual and not on behalf of an organization, a
political committee or any other group, the person shall submit the argument with a sworn,
notarized statement. Persons signing shall also identify themselves by giving their residence or
post office address and a telephone number, which shall not appear in the informational pamphlet.
(E)
The mailing or publication of the call and notice of the Election shall be given, or
caused to be given, by the City Clerk, as provided by law, and as may be deemed necessary and
appropriate in the City Clerk’s discretion to advise the public of the Election.
SECTION 4. That the Informational Pamphlet shall contain the information required by
Section 35-454, Arizona Revised Statutes, as amended, and a sample of the Official Ballot and
shall be in a form the Clerk of the City deems acceptable.
SECTION 5. That in order to comply with the Voting Rights Act of 1965, as amended,
the following materials pertaining to the Election shall be translated into Spanish and mailed or
distributed in each instance where mailing or distributing of such materials is required, to-wit:
Request for Arguments, Informational Pamphlet, Official Ballot, Absentee/Early Voting Materials
and Voting Instructions, including instructions at the polling places.
SECTION 6. (A) That the Election shall be held, conducted and canvassed in conformity
with the provisions of the general election laws of the State of Arizona, except as otherwise
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provided by law, and only such persons shall be permitted to vote at the Election who are qualified
electors of the City.
(B)
That the precincts and polling places shall be those utilized by the County for the
general election to be held concurrently with the Election.
(C)
The City Clerk of the City is authorized and directed to take all actions, including
entering into a contract with the County Recorder of the County to enter into an agreement with
the Elections Department of the County to conduct the Election for the City. The City Clerk of
the City shall coordinate with the Elections Department of the County to designate a location for
purposes of replacing ballots that have been lost, spoiled, destroyed or not received by the elector.
(D)
That all expenditures as may be necessary to order, notice, hold and administer the
Election are hereby authorized, which expenditures shall be paid from current operating funds of
the City.
(E)
That the Clerk of the City is hereby authorized to take all necessary action to
facilitate the Election.
SECTION 7. (A) That the official returns from the Election shall be made to the Mayor
and Council of the City within twenty (20) days from the date of the Election and the Election
shall be canvassed and the results thereof certified by the Mayor and Council of the City at a
meeting to be held within twenty (20) days after the date of the Election, as provided by law.
(B)
That the Mayor and Council of the City shall file and record in the office of the
County Recorder of the County a certificate disclosing with respect to the Election the purpose of
the Election, the total number of votes cast and the total number of votes for and against creating
the indebtedness and stating whether or not the indebtedness is ordered in each case.
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PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of
Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 26th day of May, 2026.
_____________________________
Mayor Jerry P. Weiers
ATTEST:
Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney
REVIEWED BY:
Patrick S. Banger, City Manager
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EXHIBIT “A”
FORM OF OFFICIAL BALLOT
GENERAL PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO THE BOND QUESTIONS
The following are general provisions that apply to the bond questions. Specific information for the
authorized purposes is set out in the bond questions.
• The bonds may be issued in one or more series, as tax-exempt or taxable bonds.
• The bonds may be issued in the denomination of $5,000 each or multiples thereof.
• Interest rates may be fixed or variable but shall not exceed eight percent (8.0%) per annum.
• Interest may be evidenced by separate certificates and will be paid on July 1 and January
1 or more frequently.
• The bonds, and any bonds issued to refund the city's bonds, may be sold at prices that
include premiums not greater than permitted by law.
• Each series of bonds will mature over a period not to exceed twenty-five (25) years from
their date of issuance.
• Bonds will mature on the days of each year determined by the City Council.
• The funds generated will be used to pay for all necessary design, acquisition, construction,
demolition, reconstruction, improvement, repair, renovation, equipment and installation
and associated costs including the acquisition of land or interests therein; and all legal,
financial, engineering, architectural, project management and administration and other
necessary costs in connection therewith; and to pay all costs incidental to any of the
foregoing and to the sale and issuance of such bonds or any series thereof.
QUESTION 1
ENHANCE GLENDALE PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AMENITIES TO CONSERVE
WATER AND ENERGY RESOURCES AND IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN OUR
COMMUNITY
Shall the City of Glendale, Arizona (“Glendale”) be authorized to issue and sell general obligation
bonds of the city in a principal amount not to exceed $175,000,000 to provide funding to enhance
and improve community, neighborhood and regional parks, including resource efficient
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recreational facilities, aquatic centers, buildings and improvements; and water and energy
conservation systems in parks and recreational facilities?
Projects may include, but are not limited to, those intended to:
• Renovate and improve existing community, neighborhood, and regional parks, recreational
facilities, aquatics centers, and parks related buildings.
• Plan, design and construct new city parks and recreational facilities, aquatics centers,
buildings and improvements.
• Construct, improve or install water and energy conservation measures, lighting, shade,
fields, and playgrounds at city parks and recreational facilities.
These bonds will be issued as general obligation bonds, and the issuance of these bonds will result
in a property tax increase sufficient to pay the annual debt service on the bonds.
A “YES” vote shall authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell $175,000,000
of general obligation bonds of the City of Glendale to be repaid with secondary property taxes.
A “NO” vote shall not authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell such bonds
of the City of Glendale.
BOND APPROVAL, YES
BOND APPROVAL, NO
TAGLINE TEXT FOR QUESTION 1:
Shall Glendale be authorized to issue and sell $175,000,000 of general obligation bonds to provide
funding to enhance and improve community, neighborhood, and regional parks, including resource
efficient recreational facilities, aquatic centers, buildings and improvements; and water and energy
conservation systems in parks and recreational facilities?
QUESTION 2
ENHANCE GLENDALE LIBRARIES TO MODERNIZE FACILITIES AND IMPROVE
SAFE, ACCESSIBLE SPACES AND PROGRAMS FOR THE COMMUNITY
Shall the City of Glendale be authorized to issue and sell general obligation bonds in a principal
amount not to exceed $75,000,000 to modernize and renovate City libraries; upgrade library
technology and expand access to library materials; enhance library spaces for educational
programs and community meetings; improve library accessibility; and implement water and
energy saving measures in libraries?
Projects may include, but are not limited to, those intended to:
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• Plan, construct, reconstruct, improve, equip, modernize, repair, and renovate, library
buildings, community meeting rooms, study corrals, programming areas, maker spaces,
stacks, and circulation desks.
• Modernize and improve library technology infrastructure, computers, and equipment.
• Improve, install, repair and upgrade lighting, water fixtures, and HVAC systems to save
water and reduce energy consumption.
The issuance of these bonds will result in a property tax increase sufficient to pay the annual debt
service on the bonds.
A “YES” vote shall authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell $75,000,000
of general obligation bonds of the City of Glendale to be repaid with secondary property taxes.
A “NO” vote shall not authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell such bonds
of the City of Glendale.
BOND APPROVAL, YES
BOND APPROVAL, NO
TAGLINE TEXT FOR QUESTION 2:
Shall Glendale be authorized to issue and sell $75,000,000 in general obligation bonds to
modernize and renovate City libraries; upgrade library technology and expand access to library
materials; enhance library spaces for educational programs and community meetings; improve
library accessibility; and implement water and energy saving measures in libraries?
QUESTION 3
MODERNIZE GLENDALE’S CITY SERVICES AND SAFETY CENTER TO MAINTAIN
SAFETY, PROTECT RESOURCES, AND IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ESSENTIAL
SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY
Shall the City of Glendale, Arizona (“Glendale”) be authorized to issue and sell general obligation
bonds of the city in a principal amount not to exceed $80,000,000 to modernize and repair the City
Services and Safety Center, which houses the multiple facilities required to maintain and deploy
vital equipment including emergency response vehicles; street, park, sanitation, and other
community maintenance fleets; and other related infrastructure necessary to provide essential city
services?
Projects at the City Services and Safety Center may include, but are not limited to, those intended
to:
• Plan, construct, reconstruct, improve, equip, modernize, repair, and renovate, buildings,
warehouses, service areas, workshops, parking lots, and garages.
• Replace, repair, and upgrade fixtures and systems to conserve water and save energy.
• Improve, repair, renovate, and install safety and security systems.
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The issuance of these bonds will result in a property tax increase sufficient to pay the annual debt
service on the bonds, unless the governing body provides for payment from other sources.
A “YES” vote shall authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell $80,000,000
of general obligation bonds of the City of Glendale to be repaid with secondary property taxes.
A “NO” vote shall not authorize the City of Glendale governing body to issue and sell such bonds
of the City of Glendale.
BOND APPROVAL, YES
BOND APPROVAL, NO
TAGLINE TEXT FOR QUESTION 3:
Shall Glendale be authorized to issue and sell $80,000,000 of general obligation bonds to
modernize and repair the City Services and Safety Center, which houses the multiple facilities
required to maintain and deploy vital equipment including emergency response vehicles; street,
park, sanitation, and other community maintenance fleets; and other related infrastructure
necessary to provide essential city services?
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EXHIBIT “B”
FORM OF REQUEST NOTICE
REQUEST FOR ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE
AUTHORIZATION OF SALE AND ISSUANCE OF BONDS
PAYABLE
FROM
A
SECONDARY
(AD
VALOREM)
PROPERTY TAX BY THE CITY TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE
VOTERS OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA, AT AN
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
Pursuant to Resolution No. O26-_______ adopted by the Mayor and Council of the
City of Glendale, Arizona, (the “City”), on May 26, 2026 (the “Resolution”), a special bond
election will be held on November 3, 2026 (the “Election”). The estimated average annual tax rate
for the proposed bond authorization is $0 per $100 of net assessed valuation used for secondary
property tax purposes. Notice of the Election will be given by mailing an informational pamphlet.
Such information is to include arguments for and against the authorization of the issuance of bonds.
(The text of the questions to be considered at the Election is included in the Resolution which is
available at the Office of the Clerk of the City at 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 455, Glendale,
Arizona 85301.) Any person interested in providing any such argument with respect to one or
both of the bond propositions is hereby requested to provide the same and sworn statement to the
Clerk of the City at the address indicated above before 5:00 p.m., Arizona time on August 7, 2026.
Each argument shall not exceed 300 words in length and shall contain the sworn statement of each
person sponsoring it. If the argument is sponsored by an organization, it shall contain the sworn
statement of two executive officers of the organization or if sponsored by a political committee it
shall contain the sworn statement of the committee’s chair or treasurer. If the argument is
submitted by an individual and not on behalf of an organization, a political committee or any other
group, the person shall submit the argument with a sworn, notarized statement. The person or
persons signing the argument shall also identify themselves by giving their residence or post office
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address and a telephone number, which information shall not appear in the informational pamphlet.
If you have any questions about the foregoing, please contact the Clerk of the City at (623) 930-
2252, option “1”.
/s/ Julie K. Bower
City Clerk, City of Glendale, Arizona
This Request (along with Spanish translation thereof) should be posted at all places at which
notices of meetings of the Mayor and Council of the City are posted and published once in the
Glendale Star.