FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan - 3.24.2026

Town of Fountain Hills
FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan
March 24, 2026 - Council CIP Work Session

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 Introduction Letter
3
 Capital Improvement Plan
4
 One Year Plan
5
 Multi-Year Plan
7
 Project Types
8
 Capital Projects
10
 Community Services
12
 Avenue Linear Park Improvements
14
 Community Center - Turf Improvement and Fitness Area
16
 Desert Vista Park - Skate park slope improvements
18
 Desert Vista Pump House
20
 Fountain Park - Turf reduction, grade and drainage work, and event usage improvement
22
 Fountain Park Bollard Light Replacement
24
 Fountain Park Lake Liner Replacement
26
 Fountain Park Ramada Replacement
28
 Four Peaks Electrical Building
30
 Golden Eagle Park - Pump House and Storage Tank Design
33
 Sierra Madre Park
35
 Skyview Park - Development Fees
38
 Public Works
40
 Ashbrook Wash Slope Stabilization
42
 Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements
44
 Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program
46
 Golden Eagle Impoundment Area Improvements - Phase II
50
 Guardrail Replacement Town-wide
52
 Library/Museum Drainage Improvements
54
 Library/Museum/Community Center Air Handler Upgrades
56
 Palm Tree Lighting and Electrical Upgrades on Avenue of the Fountains 
58
 Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks - Town-wide
60
 Shea Boulevard Widening - Eastbound from Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd - Dev
62
 Sidewalk Infill and Design
64
 Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Rehabilitation
66

FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan
Mayor and Members of the Town Council,
Residents of Fountain Hills,
I am pleased to present the Town of Fountain Hills’ FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which outlines
strategic investments in infrastructure, parks, transportation, drainage, and public facilities. The CIP serves as a five-
year planning document, but projects are prioritized and proposed based on available and projected funding sources
to ensure long-term financial stability. For FY2027, Staff are proposing $9,303,000 in capital investments across Public
Works and Community Services departments. These projects reflect the Council’s priorities of maintaining critical
infrastructure, enhancing community amenities, improving safety, and supporting economic vitality.
Key FY2027 priorities include:
Downtown Revitalization: Continued implementation of the Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program to
enhance walkability, strengthen district identity, and support local businesses.
Stormwater and Flood Protection: Advancing Ashbrook Wash Slope Stabilization and completing the multi-year
Golden Eagle Impoundment Area improvements to reduce flood risk and protect public and private property.
Parks and Community Amenities: Design of Sierra Madre Park, final construction of Skyview Park (previously
known as "Pleasantville Park"), Fountain Park Lake Liner design/planning as well as ramada and bollard lighting
replacements, and Community Center improvements to expand recreational opportunities and protect signature
assets.
Transportation and Safety Improvements: Sidewalk infill, pedestrian crosswalks, guardrail upgrades, and
completion of the Shea Boulevard Widening project to improve connectivity and roadway capacity.
Facility Maintenance: Roof rehabilitation at the Town Hall campus to preserve essential municipal buildings.
These projects balance new investments with responsible asset management to extend the life of existing
infrastructure.
FY2027 Funding Sources
The FY2027 capital program is supported by a combination of:
Capital Project Fund (600) – $4.9 million
Parks Development Impact Fee Funds (740) – $1.6 million
Streets Development Impact Fee Funds (730) – $300,000 for the Town's match while completing the Shea Blvd
Widening Project
Various Grants – approximately $1.1 million from various grant sources
Facilities Reserve Fund (610) – $1.4 million (up to $1.0 million would be spent from the Town's Lake Liner savings)
The Town actively pursues grant funding and strategically utilizes development impact fees to ensure growth-related
projects are funded appropriately. Capital projects are advanced only when viable funding sources are identified,
reinforcing the Town’s commitment to fiscal discipline and sustainability. Looking ahead, the five-year plan anticipates
continued investment in parks, streets, stormwater systems, and facilities to address future capital needs. As projects
progress, the CIP will be reviewed and updated annually to reflect changing conditions, available revenues, and
community priorities.
Respectfully submitted,
Rachael Goodwin
Town Manager
Introduction Letter
FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan | Fountain Hills
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FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan
The Town of Fountain Hills' Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a strategic roadmap for long-term improvements within
our Town over the next 5 years.  All CIP projects included in each annual budget are discussed and approved by
Council to enhance the community's infrastructure and assets. The CIP plan is intended to serve as a comprehensive
guide for the Town's long-term funding strategies, goals, and implementation timelines. Specifically, the Town Council
will discuss the FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan on March 24, 2026, at 1:00 pm in the Council Chambers. 
Capital Budgeting Process
The Town's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes a 5-year outlook for planning and funding purposes. All CIP
projects are proposed during budget work sessions throughout each fiscal year, based on the Town's infrastructure
needs with an emphasis on improvements that will increase the safety of our residents and protect the infrastructure
we have in place. Park amenity projects are also proposed to increase cultural and recreational opportunities within
our Town. The culmination of these discussions occurs during a budget work session each March, when the Council
provides direction on which CIP projects should be funded and included in the proposed budget presented to Council
in April.  
During the proposed budget work session in April, the Council provides direction each year on which CIP projects to
include in the tentative budget in May.  Once the Council adopts the tentative budget in May, that is the maximum
amount of CIP funding that can be allocated, and any final changes can only reduce those amounts. The Council
adopts the final budget in early June, and once that happens, Town staff begin planning for the next fiscal year and
have the ability to begin ordering goods and services to begin construction as early as July of the next fiscal year.
During the fiscal year, staff have taken steps to provide more transparency and accountability over the progress of CIP
projects.  These steps include regularly scheduled staff meetings to discuss CIP funding, project progress and next
steps. The Public Works and Community Services departments also provide quarterly CIP progress updates to Council
during meetings open to the public.
Basis for Capital Revenue and Expenditures Estimates
Capital Expenditures are otherwise known as capital outlays in governmental accounting. Capital Expenditures/outlays
refer to monies spent from the Town's Capital Projects Fund on constructing long-term assets and infrastructure that
have useful lives for more than one year. Specifically, the Town requires all capital projects included in the Capital
Improvement Plan to be above a $50,000 minimum threshold, but other capital projects may still include capital
expenditures. For example, if the Town built a small shade structure park amenity for $25,000, that project would not
be included in the Capital Improvement Plan but would still be considered a "Capital Expenditure."
Capital Improvement Plan
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One Year Plan
The Town's FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes $9.3
million for 20 capital improvements (including some carryover projects from
FY2026) within our Town. 10 of these projects are for planned park amenity
improvements, including completing Skyview Park to create stargazing
opportunities for our residents which will be funded by development impact
fees. Staff are also unveiling potential plans for a new community park, Sierra
Madre, which would be a $12 million total capital investment over the next 5
years, but will be supplemented by Parks Development Impact fees as those
revenues become available. Most impactful to the Town is completing a
design for the eventual replacement of our lake liner at Fountain Park, a $1
million investment in FY2027, from the lake liner savings set aside by the
Council in the Town's Facilities Reserve Fund.
Another 10 projects are planned for streets, facilities, downtown and drainage
improvements. These projects are intended to improve safety and
recreational opportunities for Town residents, and provide additional
protection and longevity for the Town's existing improvements. For example,
this CIP includes $1 million of carryover budget from FY2026 to complete the
widening of Shea Blvd between Palisades Blvd and Fountain Hills Blvd, and
$2.0 million to complete construction for improvements along Verde River
Dr, the next planned phase of the Dowtown Streetscapes Improvement
project.
FY27 Total Capital Requested
$9,303,000
FY27 Total Funding Requested
$9,303,000
FY27 Total Funding Requested by Source
Capital Project Fund (600)
$4,871,750
52.37%
Parks Development Fee Fund
(740)
$1,600,000
17.20%
Facilities Reserve Fund
$1,400,000
15.05%
Grants
$1,131,250
12.16%
Streets Development Fee Fund
(730)
$300,000
3.22%
Other
$0
0.00%
9.3M
One Year Plan
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FY27 Total Funding Requested by Department
Public Works
$5,103,000
54.85%
Community Services
$4,200,000
45.15%
9.3M
One Year Plan
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Capital Improvement Multi-Year Plan
This page shows the next five-year outlook of the FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan, including projected
capital costs and earmarked funding sources. This outlook includes 4 additional capital projects earmarked for future
years, but not included in the FY2027 projected costs:
3rd and final year of the Avenue Linear Park Improvements - $250,000 in FY2028
Library/Museum Drainage Improvements - $300,00 in FY2028
Palm tree & electrical upgrades on Avenue of the Fountains - $80,000 in FY2028
Desert Vista Skate Park slope improvements - $130,000 in FY2030
 Staff will project needs after the completion of each year in this future outlook, to ensure funding sources are
available and adequate for each respective budget year.
FY27 - FY31 Total Funding Requested by Source
Funding by Source Totals (all years)
Capital Project Fund (600)
$27,871,750
73.44%
Grants
$4,881,250
12.86%
Parks Development Fee Fund
(740)
$3,200,000
8.43%
Facilities Reserve Fund
$1,700,000
4.48%
Streets Development Fee Fund
(730)
$300,000
0.79%
Other
$0
0.00%
$9M
$9M
$9M
$9M
$9M
$9M
$11M
$11M
$11M
$6M
$6M
​$6M
$3M
$3M
​$3M
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
0
$5M
$10M
$15M
Multi-Year Plan
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Capital Improvement Plan - Project Types
This page details all projects within the Town's 5-year outlook for capital improvements, and categorizes them by type.
As you'll see below, the Town plans to complete the following types of projects over the next 5 years:
$16.8 million parks projects, including completing a design for the lake liner replacement, and completing a new
community Sierra Madre Park
$13.9 million of streets projects, including completing another $10.2 million for the Downtown Streetscapes
Improvements
$6.1 million for stormwater improvements, including a potential project to stabilize Ashbrook Wash, which would
mostly be funded by grant revenues
$1.2 million for facilities improvements and replacement, including fortifying the roof of each of the Town Hall
campus buildings
FY27 - FY31 Capital Costs By Project Type
CIP - Parks
$16,755,000
44.15%
CIP - Streets
$13,923,000
36.68%
CIP - Storm Water
$6,075,000
16.01%
CIP - Facilities
$1,200,000
3.16%
38M
CIP - Parks
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
P3044
Sierra Madre Park
$600,000
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
$2,400,000
$2,000,000
$12,000,000
P3060
Skyview Park - Development
Fees
$1,400,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,400,000
P3038
Fountain Park Lake Liner
Replacement
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,000,000
NEW
Golden Eagle Park - Pump
House and Storage Tank Design
$75,000
$0
$0
$500,000
$0
$575,000
NEW
Community Center - Turf
Improvement and Fitness Area
$50,000
$275,000
$0
$0
$0
$325,000
NEW
Fountain Park Bollard Light
Replacement
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
P3066
Desert Vista Pump House
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
P3059
Avenue Linear Park
Improvements
$0
$250,000
$0
$0
$0
$250,000
P3064
Four Peaks Electrical Building
$200,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$200,000
P3067
Fountain Park Ramada
Replacement
$200,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$200,000
NEW
Desert Vista Park - Skate park
slope improvements
$0
$0
$0
$130,000
$0
$130,000
Project Types
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Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
NEW
Fountain Park - Turf reduction,
grade and drainage work, and
event usage improvement
$75,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$75,000
Total CIP - Parks
$4,200,000
$2,525,000
$5,000,000
$3,030,000
$2,000,000
$16,755,000
CIP - Streets
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
E8506
Downtown Streetscape
Improvement Program
$2,003,000
$3,360,000
$2,483,000
$2,372,000
$0
$10,218,000
S6061
Sidewalk Infill and Design
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$1,625,000
S6058
Shea Boulevard Widening -
Eastbound from Palisades Blvd
to Fountain Hills Blvd -
Development Fees
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,000,000
S7002
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks -
Town-wide
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
S6068
Guardrail Replacement Town-
wide
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
NEW
Palm Tree Lighting and
Electrical Upgrades on Avenue
of the Fountains
$0
$80,000
$0
$0
$0
$80,000
Total CIP - Streets
$3,528,000
$3,965,000
$3,008,000
$2,897,000
$525,000
$13,923,000
CIP - Storm Water
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
NEW
Ashbrook Wash Slope
Stabilization
$250,000
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
$0
$0
$5,250,000
D6068
Dam Sediment Removal and
Improvements
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
D6057
Golden Eagle Impoundment
Area Improvements - Phase II
$325,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$325,000
Total CIP - Storm Water
$675,000
$2,600,000
$2,600,000
$100,000
$100,000
$6,075,000
CIP - Facilities
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
F4046
Town Hall Campus Buildings -
Roof Rehabilitation
$500,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$500,000
NEW
Library/Museum/Community
Center Air Handler Upgrades
$400,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$400,000
NEW
Library/Museum Drainage
Improvements
$0
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
Total CIP - Facilities
$900,000
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$1,200,000
Project Types
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Capital Projects
Below is a full listing of all proposed CIP projects included in the FY2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (totals
include all estimated costs over the next 5 years). The following pages detail each specific capital project, its estimated
costs, timeline, and funding considerations. Residents are able to filter by project type, department, and fiscal years
using the filters at the top of the table.
Capital Projects
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Capital Projects
Project No. / Project Name
Years
Departments
Type
Total
NEW
Ashbrook Wash Slope
Stabilization
2027 - 2029
Public Works
CIP - Storm Water
$5,250,000
P3059
Avenue Linear Park
Improvements
2027 - 2028
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$250,000
NEW
Community Center - Turf
Improvement and Fitness Area
2027 - 2028
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$325,000
D6068
Dam Sediment Removal and
Improvements
2027 - 2031
Public Works
CIP - Storm Water
$500,000
NEW
Desert Vista Park - Skate park
slope improvements
2027 - 2030
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$130,000
P3066
Desert Vista Pump House
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$300,000
E8506
Downtown Streetscape
Improvement Program
2027 - 2030
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$10,218,000
NEW
Fountain Park - Turf reduction,
grade and drainage work, and
event usage improvement
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$75,000
NEW
Fountain Park Bollard Light
Replacement
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$300,000
P3038
Fountain Park Lake Liner
Replacement
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$1,000,000
P3067
Fountain Park Ramada
Replacement
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$200,000
P3064
Four Peaks Electrical Building
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$200,000
D6057
Golden Eagle Impoundment
Area Improvements - Phase II
2027
Public Works
CIP - Storm Water
$325,000
NEW
Golden Eagle Park - Pump
House and Storage Tank Design
2027 - 2030
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$575,000
S6068
Guardrail Replacement Town-
wide
2027 - 2031
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$250,000
NEW
Library/Museum Drainage
Improvements
2028
Public Works
CIP - Facilities
$300,000
NEW
Library/Museum/Community
Center Air Handler Upgrades
2027
Public Works
CIP - Facilities
$400,000
NEW
Palm Tree Lighting and
Electrical Upgrades on Avenue
of the Fountains
2028
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$80,000
S7002
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks -
Town-wide
2027 - 2031
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$750,000
S6058
Shea Boulevard Widening -
Eastbound from Palisades Blvd
to Fountain Hills Blvd -
Development Fees
2027
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$1,000,000
S6061
Sidewalk Infill and Design
2027 - 2031
Public Works
CIP - Streets
$1,625,000
P3044
Sierra Madre Park
2027 - 2031
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$12,000,000
P3060
Skyview Park - Development
Fees
2027
Community Services
CIP - Parks
$1,400,000
F4046
Town Hall Campus Buildings -
Roof Rehabilitation
2027
Public Works
CIP - Facilities
$500,000
Capital Projects
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Community Services
FY27 - FY31 Community Services Projects
Sierra Madre Park
$12,000,000
71.62%
Skyview Park - Development Fees
$1,400,000
8.36%
Fountain Park Lake Liner
Replacement
$1,000,000
5.97%
Golden Eagle Park - Pump House
and Storage Tank Design
$575,000
3.43%
Community Center - Turf
Improvement and Fitness Area
$325,000
1.94%
Fountain Park Bollard Light
Replacement
$300,000
1.79%
Desert Vista Pump House
$300,000
1.79%
Avenue Linear Park
Improvements
$250,000
1.49%
Four Peaks Electrical Building
$200,000
1.19%
Fountain Park Ramada
Replacement
$200,000
1.19%
Desert Vista Park - Skate park
slope improvements
$130,000
0.78%
Fountain Park - Turf reduction,
grade and drainage work, and
event usage improvement
$75,000
0.45%
$4M
$4M
$4M
$3M
$3M
​$3M
$5M
$5M
​$5M
$3M
$3M
​$3M
$2M
$2M
$2M
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
0
$2M
$4M
$6M
Summary of Requests
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
P3044
Sierra Madre Park
$600,000
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
$2,400,000
$2,000,000
$12,000,000
P3060
Skyview Park - Development
Fees
$1,400,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,400,000
P3038
Fountain Park Lake Liner
Replacement
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,000,000
NEW
Golden Eagle Park - Pump
House and Storage Tank Design
$75,000
$0
$0
$500,000
$0
$575,000
NEW
Community Center - Turf
Improvement and Fitness Area
$50,000
$275,000
$0
$0
$0
$325,000
NEW
Fountain Park Bollard Light
Replacement
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
Community Services
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Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
P3066
Desert Vista Pump House
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
P3059
Avenue Linear Park
Improvements
$0
$250,000
$0
$0
$0
$250,000
P3064
Four Peaks Electrical Building
$200,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$200,000
P3067
Fountain Park Ramada
Replacement
$200,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$200,000
NEW
Desert Vista Park - Skate park
slope improvements
$0
$0
$0
$130,000
$0
$130,000
NEW
Fountain Park - Turf reduction,
grade and drainage work, and
event usage improvement
$75,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$75,000
Total Summary of Requests
$4,200,000
$2,525,000
$5,000,000
$3,030,000
$2,000,000
$16,755,000
Community Services
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Avenue Linear Park Improvements
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3059
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2024
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2028
Project Location
Description
The Avenue Linear Park has been a central focus for the downtown area.  It is the desire of the groups that own businesses in
the area for the park to have more shaded sitting areas in hopes that prospective clients will stay longer and visit area
businesses.  This will be a multi-year park improvement similar to the ones done at Four Peaks Park that will include
improving the parks' usability with this in mind.  Improvements will include new shade structures, picnic tables, replacing
power outlets, eliminating the need for spider boxes, and additional landscaping.  Staff is recommending $250,000 in the
third year for a total of $650,000 over three years.  Staff is recommending delaying the final phase of this project until Fiscal
Year 2028 (with a gap year of no activity in Fiscal Year 2027).
Images
LINEAR PARK - SHADE
STRUCTURE LOCATION
SHADE STRUCTURE
LOCATION
LINEAR PARK - SHADE
STRUCTURE TOP VIEW
SHADE STRUCTURE TOP
VIEW
LINEAR PARK - SHADE
STRUCTURE PROFILE
SHADE STRUCTURE
PROFILE
Avenue Linear Park Improvements
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$250K
Project Total
$250K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$250K
Project Total
$250K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$250,000
$250,000
Total
$0
$250,000
$250,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$0
$250,000
$250,000
Total
$0
$250,000
$250,000
Avenue Linear Park Improvements
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Community Center - Turf Improvement and
Fitness Area
Overview
Request Owner
Kyle Harris, Parks
Superintendent
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
10/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2028
Project Location
Description
Staff will design and build the area to the southeast of the community center to provide a space that Senior Services and
Recreation can use for outdoor programming and will greatly improve the event space.  The area south of the Community
Center will include a shade over the equipment, which will also greatly reduce heat impacts on the building and windows in
this area, which have been a long-term issue for the ballroom hallway.  This CIP request is for $50,000 in FY2027 to complete
grading efforts for the grass area, before installing fitness equipment in FY2028 for up to $275,000.
Images
COMMUNITY CENTER -
FITNESS AREA - SHADE
STRUCTURE
FITNESS AREA WITH
SHADE STRUCTURE
COMMUNITY CENTER -
OUTDOOR SPACE
IMPROVEMENT
OUTDOOR SPACE
IMPROVEMENT
COMMUNITY CENTER -
OUTDOOR SPACE
IMPROVEMENT
OUTDOOR SPACE
IMPROVEMENT
Community Center - Turf Improvement and Fitness Area
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: New Construction
Benefit to Community
This improvement will benefit the community by making the space a usable space for the Community Center to offer
outdoor activities on level turf areas. It will also provide a shaded fitness/balance area that can be used comfortably for most
of the year. Currently, this space is largely underutilized as it is marginally used during events only.  
Supplemental Attachments
COMMUNITY CENTER - FITNESS AREA WITH SHADE STRUCTU
AREA FOR FITNESS AND SAHDE STRUCTURE
COMMUNITY CENTER - OUTDOOR SPACE IMPROVEMENT
FLATTEN TURF AREA TO CREATE USABLE OUTDOOR SPACE
COMMUNITY CENTER - OUTDOOR SPACE IMPROVEMENT
FLATTEN TURF AREA TO CREATE USABLE SPACE
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$50K
Total Budget (all years)
$325K
Project Total
$325K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$50K
Total Budget (all years)
$325K
Project Total
$325K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
Total
Construction
$50,000
$275,000
$325,000
Total
$50,000
$275,000
$325,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$50,000
$275,000
$325,000
Parks Development Fee Fund (740)
$0
$0
$0
Total
$50,000
$275,000
$325,000
Community Center - Turf Improvement and Fitness Area
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Desert Vista Park - Skate park slope
improvements
Overview
Request Owner
Kyle Harris, Parks
Superintendent
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2029
Estimated
Completion Date
02/28/2030
Project Location
Description
This request proposes removing the underperforming turf on the slope west of the skate park to conserve water and
enhance the park’s appearance. In conjunction with the turf removal, staff is recommending the installation of a new
cantilever shade structure and seating area at the base of the slope adjacent to the skate park. The lack of shade is the most
common concern received regarding the new facility. These improvements will create a more inviting space and provide a
safe, comfortable area for spectators to observe skate park activities.
Images
DESERT VISTA SKATE PARK
SLOPE
VIEW LOOKING EAST
DESERT VISTA SKATE PARK
SLOPE
VIEW LOOKING NORTH
Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Benefit to Community
The benefit to the community will be a more inviting entrance to the park.  It will also allow for shade in the skate park, which
can provide extended time of use.  With the shade, this will also provide a space for spectators to safely watch park patrons
Desert Vista Park - Skate park slope improvements
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without being inside the skate park.  
Supplemental Attachments
DESERT VISTA SKATE PARK SLOPE
VIEW LOOKING NORTH
DESERT VISTA SKATE PARK SLOPE
VIEW LOOKING EAST
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$130K
Project Total
$130K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$130K
Project Total
$130K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$130,000
$130,000
Total
$0
$130,000
$130,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$0
$130,000
$130,000
Parks Development Fee Fund (740)
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$130,000
$130,000
Desert Vista Park - Skate park slope improvements
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Desert Vista Pump House
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3066
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
Desert Vista Park’s irrigation system relies on a booster pump and electrical gear housed in steel cabinets exposed to
extreme heat. Prolonged exposure to such conditions accelerates wear and reduces the lifespan of the system’s critical
components. Compounding the issue, the irrigation system’s computer controls share the same cabinet as the pump. This
arrangement led to a costly failure when a pump leak sprayed water onto the computer system, requiring both components
to be replaced.
To address these vulnerabilities, a pre-fabricated structure is proposed to enclose and protect the irrigation pump, electrical
gear, and controls. This enclosure will shield the equipment from extreme heat and environmental hazards, extending its
longevity and reducing maintenance costs. Separating the systems within the enclosure will also prevent cascading failures,
ensuring that malfunctions are isolated and repairs remain manageable. This upgrade is essential to maintaining efficient
irrigation operations and preserving the park’s landscaping.
This is a multi-year capital project, with $50,000 already budgeted in FY2026, and staff will plan to complete construction in
FY2027 for up to $300,000.
Images
Pump cabinet and
electrical gear
Irrigation controllers
Pump Cabinet
Desert Vista Pump House
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$300K
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$300K
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$1K
Total Budget (all years)
$4K
Project Total
$4K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$300,000
Total
$300,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$300,000
Total
$300,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Other Impact
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Total
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Desert Vista Pump House
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Fountain Park - Turf reduction, grade and
drainage work, and event usage
improvement
Overview
Request Owner
Kyle Harris, Parks
Superintendent
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
09/30/2026
Project Location
Description
In three areas around Fountain Park, work will be done to reduce turf, improve aesthetics, improve drainage, and create more
flat, usable spaces.  In the first area, at the southwest corner of El Lago and Panorama Blvd, near the Fountain Hills
monument, the turf will be replaced with granite.  This area will have irrigation modified to new drip irrigation, and new
plantings will be installed around the monument to improve the appearance and aesthetics in and around the sign.  This will
also protect the APS transformers and the sanitary district's well site.  In the second area, near the Great Lawn, some of the
berm will be removed and graded down to account for the new grade. In the lower area, new clean soil will be imported to
reduce puddling and create a large flat space for programs and events.  The current irrigation system will undergo minor
modifications to accommodate the new grade elevations.  In the third area, just south of the amphitheater, they will import
soil to raise the level of the small basin, reducing puddling and creating additional flat, usable space.
Images
FOUNTAIN PARK -
MONUMENT SIGN
MONUMENT SIGN
FOUNTAIN PARK
MONUMENT SIGN LIMITS
OF WORK
LIMITS OF WORK
FOUNTAIN PARK - SOUTH
OF AMPHITHEATER
SOUTH OF AMPHITHEATER
FOUNTAIN PARK - EAST
SIDE GREAT LAWN
EAST SIDE GREAT LAWN
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Benefit to Community
These improvements will improve the appearance and be more inviting from El Lago and Panorama Blvd.  By adjusting and
reworking the grade in the other areas, this will allow for more or larger events to utilize these spaces, allowing for additional
revenue and a better overall experience.  
Supplemental Attachments
FOUNTAIN PARK - MOUNMENT SIGN
AREA TO REDUCE TURF AND LANDSCAPE
FOUNTAIN PARK - MONUMENT SIGN LIMITS OF WORK
APPROXIMATE LIMITS OF WORK AT THE MONUMENT SIGN
FOUNTAIN PARK - SOUTH OF AMPHITHEATER
GRADE WORK AND TURF IMPROVEMENT
FOUNTAIN PARK - EAST SIDE GREAT LAWN
GRADE WORK AND TURF IMPROVEMENT
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$75K
Total Budget (all years)
$75K
Project Total
$75K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$75K
Total Budget (all years)
$75K
Project Total
$75K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$75,000
Total
$75,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$75,000
Total
$75,000
Fountain Park - Turf reduction, grade and drainage work, and event usage improvement
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Fountain Park Bollard Light Replacement
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Description
Staff requests approval of a Capital Improvement Project to retrofit and replace the lighting components of more than 300
existing bollard fixtures in Fountain Park. This project will retain the existing bollard fixtures and replace only the internal
lighting with new, more energy-efficient LED lamps, reducing glare and up-lighting by lowering the correlated color
temperature from over 3,000 Kelvin to 2,700 Kelvin. The retrofit supports dark-sky best practices, improves nighttime visual
comfort by having almost no upward glare and pedestrian safety, and reduces energy consumption and maintenance costs
while maximizing the use of existing infrastructure and minimizing overall project costs.  These lights will be plug and play
into the original fixtures. 
Images
bollard lighting.png
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Fountain Park Bollard Light Replacement
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Supplemental Attachments
Fountain Park bollard measurements July 2025.pdf
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$300K
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$300K
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Equipment/Furnishings
$300,000
Total
$300,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$300,000
Total
$300,000
Fountain Park Bollard Light Replacement
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Fountain Park Lake Liner Replacement
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3038
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Project Location
Description
Research and design of the best known methods of removal of 100,000,000 gallons of water, sludge removal, wildlife
impacts, Sanitary District impacts, resident impacts, etc. for fountain lake liner replacement. Our current plan is to begin
planning in FY2027 (budget of $1M), work through the design of this project in FY2027, and complete construction when the
liner fails.  Having the design done now will make it much easier when the time comes to do the repairs needed and not
delay the process for the design to be completed.
This requested project will begin with $1 million in FY2027 from the Facilities Reserve Fund (Lake Liner savings), with future
construction costs to be budgeted from the Facilities Reserve Fund and Capital Project Fund. Staff are recommending
completing the design in FY2027, but not proceeding with replacement/construction of the lake liner until it begins showing
signs of failure through evaporative testing completed every 5 years.
Images
Aerial Photo.JPG
MVC-004S.JPG
MVC-005S.JPG
MVC-012S.JPG
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Benefit to Community
The Fountain Park Lake liner is a critical infrastructure component that maintains water retention for the fountain and
irrigation for the park, protects underlying soils, and supports the overall functionality and appearance of the lake. The
existing liner, when it reaches the end of its useful life, will require proactive planning to prevent potential water loss,
structural concerns, and more costly emergency repairs in the future. 
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This project will fund the professional design and engineering services required to prepare construction-ready documents
for the replacement of the lake liner. The design phase will include site evaluation, material analysis, phasing
recommendations, permitting review, cost estimating, and coordination with fountain operations to minimize service
disruption. The consultant will also evaluate opportunities to improve durability, maintenance efficiency, and long-term
performance.
Completing the design now positions the Town to plan and budget appropriately for construction and schedule the work
during an optimal seasonal window to reduce community impact. Advancing this project demonstrates proactive asset
management and protects one of the Town’s most recognizable and heavily utilized community amenities.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$1M
Total Budget (all years)
$1M
Project Total
$1M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$1M
Total Budget (all years)
$1M
Project Total
$1M
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Design/Engineering
$1,000,000
Total
$1,000,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Facilities Reserve Fund
$1,000,000
Other
$0
Total
$1,000,000
Fountain Park Lake Liner Replacement
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Fountain Park Ramada Replacement
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3067
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
The ramadas at Fountain Park are deteriorating, with failing support beams, masonry columns, and roof structures creating
unsafe conditions and potential liability for the Town. These hazards pose risks to visitors and jeopardize revenue generated
through ramada rentals. Initial quotes for roof replacement exceeded $100,000 due to the custom design, but this would
only provide a temporary fix, as the structures are prone to the same long-term failures.
Staff proposes fully replacing the ramadas, addressing structural deficiencies comprehensively and ensuring durability. This
approach eliminates safety risks, reduces liability exposure, and preserves the ramadas as vital revenue-generating assets for
the department. Investing in long-lasting, safe structures ensures continued community use and offsets costs through rental
income.
This capital project program aims to address the final two of five ramadas as three are planned for completion in FY2026. This
is a multi-year capital project, with $320,000 budgeted for FY2026, and up to $200,000 for construction in FY2027.
Images
Rusting Roof
Structural Cracking
FP Ramada 2.jpg
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Supplemental Attachments
FOUNTAIN PARK RAMADA LOCATIONS
THIS SHOWS THE LOCATIONS OF THE FIVE EXISTING RAMADAS
FOUNTAIN PARK - RAMADA HOLE IN ROOF
THIS PICTURE SHOWS THE HOLE IN THE RAMADA ROOF
FOUNTAIN PARK - RAMADA FAILING WALL
THIS PICTURE SHOWS TEH FAILING WALL
FOUNTAIN PARK - RAMADA FAILING ROOF
THIS PICTURE SHOWS TEH FAILING ROOF
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$200K
Total Budget (all years)
$200K
Project Total
$200K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$200K
Total Budget (all years)
$200K
Project Total
$200K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$200,000
Total
$200,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$200,000
Total
$200,000
Fountain Park Ramada Replacement
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Four Peaks Electrical Building
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3064
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Description
The addition of new amenities, including pickleball courts and a restroom, has exceeded the capacity of the existing small
electrical room at the park. The current space is insufficient to house the necessary equipment, and it cannot meet electrical
code requirements, which mandate a 3-foot separation between transformers. This creates operational and compliance
challenges that must be addressed.
Additionally, the field lighting control switches are currently mounted on the exterior of the building, leaving them
vulnerable to harsh weather conditions and tampering. These issues compromise the safety, reliability, and longevity of the
electrical systems that power critical park amenities.
This project proposes constructing and installing a new pre-fabricated building to house the electrical equipment. By
remounting the electrical gear inside a secure, weather-resistant enclosure, the project will ensure compliance with codes,
protect equipment from vandalism and environmental damage, and support the long-term functionality of the park's
amenities. 
This is a multi-year capital project, with $50,000 budgeted for design in FY2026, and up to $200,000 for construction in
FY2027.
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Images
Cramped Quarters
Deteriorating Building
Exterior Lighting Controls
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$200K
Total Budget (all years)
$200K
Project Total
$200K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$200K
Total Budget (all years)
$200K
Project Total
$200K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$200,000
Total
$200,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$200,000
Total
$200,000
Four Peaks Electrical Building
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Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$1K
Total Budget (all years)
$4K
Project Total
$4K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Other Impact
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Total
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Four Peaks Electrical Building
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Golden Eagle Park - Pump House and
Storage Tank Design
Overview
Request Owner
Kyle Harris, Parks
Superintendent
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2030
Description
This capital improvement request is for the design phase only and will allow the Town to prepare for the installation of a new
pump house and storage tank system at Golden Eagle Park. The proposed design will help reduce system downtime,
decrease maintenance issues caused by bryozoa from the golf course lake, which currently clog more than 300 irrigation
heads and require manual cleaning, and eliminate reliance on the golf course as the park’s primary irrigation water source.
These improvements will enable Town staff to more effectively maintain, monitor, and manage the park’s irrigation system.
This request will be a multi-year capital project with $75,000 being requested for FY2027 to complete design, and staff have
initially earmarked budget in FY2030 to complete the construction.  If other projects are delayed in FY2028 and 2029, then
staff will recommend moving up the timeline for construction.
Images
GOLDEN EAGLE PARK -
PUMP HOUSE STORAGE
TANK SITE
PUMP HOUSE STORAGE
TANK SITE
GOLDEN EAGLE PARK -
PUMP/HOUSE STORAGE
TANK
PUMP HOUSE STORAGE
TANK LOCATION
GOLEDN EAGLE PARK -
POINT OF CONNECTION
POINT OF CONNECTION
Bryozoa.png
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Supplemental Attachments
GOLDEN EAGLE PARK - PUMP HOUSE-STORAGE TANK
THIS IS THE AREA TO BE REPURPOSED FOR TEH PUMP HOUSE AND STROAGE TANK
GOLDEN EAGEL PARK - POINT OF CONNECTION
THIS IS THE APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF THE CURRENT RECLAIMED WATER LINE RUNNIGN THORUGH THE PARK THAT
WOULD BE OUT POINT OF CONNECTION TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE ATER.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$75K
Total Budget (all years)
$575K
Project Total
$575K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$75K
Total Budget (all years)
$575K
Project Total
$575K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$500,000
$500,000
Design/Engineering
$75,000
$0
$75,000
Total
$75,000
$500,000
$575,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$75,000
$500,000
$575,000
Parks Development Fee Fund (740)
$0
$0
$0
Total
$75,000
$500,000
$575,000
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Sierra Madre Park
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3044
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2031
Project Location
Description
The proposed Sierra Madre Community Park Design project will initiate the planning and conceptual development of a
future community park on land previously set aside for this purpose. This effort represents an important step in transforming
reserved open space into a thoughtfully designed community asset that meets current and future recreational needs. Staff
plan to use Parks Development Impact Fees as a funding source throughout the entirety of the project, alongside using
Capital Project Fund monies to complete this project.
The design phase will include site analysis, and the development of a comprehensive park master plan. Key elements will
evaluate circulation, accessibility, safety, sustainability, and compatibility with surrounding uses, while identifying appropriate
recreational amenities, open space areas, and supporting infrastructure. The design will also consider long-term
maintenance, operational efficiency, and phased implementation opportunities.
Completing the park design in a timely manner is especially important due to an adjacent local development project
currently underway. Advancing the design now creates an opportunity to coordinate with construction activity occurring
next to the park site and potentially utilize existing construction equipment to complete preliminary grading work.
Leveraging this equipment during the neighboring project could result in significant cost savings and reduce future
disruption to the surrounding area.
Investing in the design phase ensures that future park development is guided by a clear vision, aligns with community
expectations, and strategically positions the Town to take advantage of near-term efficiencies. 
Sierra Madre Park
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Images
FH - Parks Location Map.jpg
Sierra Madre Park
location.png
Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: New Construction
Benefit to Community
The Sierra Madre Community Park will provide long-term recreational, social, and environmental benefits to the surrounding
neighborhoods and the broader community. Developing a comprehensive park design ensures the space is inclusive,
accessible, and responsive to community needs, creating opportunities for active recreation, passive enjoyment, and
community gathering.
The future park will enhance neighborhood livability by providing walkable open space, supporting healthy lifestyles, and
offering a safe place for families, children, and residents of all ages to connect outdoors. Well-designed parks also contribute
to community identity, promote environmental stewardship, and positively impact nearby property values. Additionally,
advancing the design now positions the Town to minimize construction impacts and costs by coordinating with nearby
development activity. This proactive approach helps deliver community amenities more efficiently while demonstrating
responsible planning and fiscal stewardship.
This large-scale capital project is planned for completion over the next five fiscal years, with $600,000 budgeted for design in
FY2027, and another $11.4 million over the following four fiscal years for construction. Staff are projecting to use between
$200,000 and $400,000 per year in Parks Development Impact Fees and earmark Capital Project Fund monies for the
remaining costs of the project. 
Another important consideration is that this new park would require additional ongoing staffing and contractual services
added to the Town's operational budget each year, estimated at about $400,000 per year starting in FY2030. 
Sierra Madre Park
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$600K
Total Budget (all years)
$12M
Project Total
$12M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$600K
Total Budget (all years)
$12M
Project Total
$12M
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$800K
Project Total
$800K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
$11,000,000
Design/Engineering
$600,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$600,000
Equipment/Furnishings
$0
$0
$0
$400,000
$0
$400,000
Total
$600,000
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
$2,400,000
$2,000,000
$12,000,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$400,000
$1,600,000
$4,600,000
$2,000,000
$1,600,000
$10,200,000
Parks Development Fee Fund (740)
$200,000
$400,000
$400,000
$400,000
$400,000
$1,800,000
Total
$600,000
$2,000,000
$5,000,000
$2,400,000
$2,000,000
$12,000,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Services/Supplies
$250,000
$250,000
$500,000
Salaries/Benefits
$150,000
$150,000
$300,000
Total
$400,000
$400,000
$800,000
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Skyview Park - Development Fees
Overview
Request Owner
Kevin Snipes, Community
Services Director
Department
Community Services
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Parks
Project Number
P3060
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2024
Estimated
Completion Date
03/31/2027
Project Location
Description
Skyview Park (previously referred to as Pleasantville Park) is a town-owned property that is about one acre in size on the
corner of Bainbridge and Golden Eagle Blvd.  It has been designated as a future park in the Community Services Master
Plan.  Staff has been working through the design process these past few years, and are now recommending using parks
development impact fees to pay for the construction of the new park in FY2027.  The park location is approved by Dark Sky to
be used by star gazers as well as being designed for classes for yoga, Ti Chi, meditation and other small classes and events.  It
will also have a small trail with educational plant identification.  Staff has spent about $135,000 on the design of the park up
through March 2026, and are requesting up to $1,400,000.00 for construction of the new park next year.  
Images
Skyview Park Layout.jpeg
Skyview Center Structure
Design.jpeg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: New Construction
Benefit to Community
This park will allow all residents to have outdoor spaces where they can enjoy stargazing in a dark sky-minded park, along
with other activities like Tai Chi and Yoga during daylight hours or outdoor educational classes.  This park will also be
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interactive, with informational signage highlighting the unique vegetation along the new walking paths.  
Supplemental Attachments
SKYVIEW PARK - DESIGN LAYOUT
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR THE LAYOUT OF THE PARK. THIS IS NEAR COMPLETION AND WILL ONLY CHANGE
SLIGHTLY.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$1.4M
Total Budget (all years)
$1.4M
Project Total
$1.4M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$1.4M
Total Budget (all years)
$1.4M
Project Total
$1.4M
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$4.5K
Total Budget (all years)
$22.5K
Project Total
$22.5K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$1,400,000
Total
$1,400,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Parks Development Fee Fund (740)
$1,400,000
Total
$1,400,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Other Impact
$3,000
$3,000
$3,000
$3,000
$3,000
$15,000
Services/Supplies
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
$7,500
Total
$4,500
$4,500
$4,500
$4,500
$4,500
$22,500
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Public Works
FY27 - FY31 Public Works Projects
Downtown Streetscape
Improvement Program
$10,218,000
48.20%
Ashbrook Wash Slope
Stabilization
$5,250,000
24.77%
Sidewalk Infill and Design
$1,625,000
7.67%
Shea Boulevard Widening -
Eastbound from Palisades Blvd to
Fountain Hills Blvd - Development
Fees
$1,000,000
4.72%
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks -
Town-wide
$750,000
3.54%
Town Hall Campus Buildings -
Roof Rehabilitation
$500,000
2.36%
Dam Sediment Removal and
Improvements
$500,000
2.36%
Library/Museum/Community
Center Air Handler Upgrades
$400,000
1.89%
Golden Eagle Impoundment Area
Improvements - Phase II
$325,000
1.53%
Library/Museum Drainage
Improvements
$300,000
1.42%
Guardrail Replacement Town-
wide
$250,000
1.18%
Palm Tree Lighting and Electrical
Upgrades on Avenue of the
Fountains
$80,000
0.38%
$5M
$5M
​$5M
$7M
$7M
$7M
$6M
$6M
​$6M
$3M
$3M
​$3M
$625K
$625K
​$625K
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
0
$3M
$5M
$8M
Summary of Requests
Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
E8506
Downtown Streetscape
Improvement Program
$2,003,000
$3,360,000
$2,483,000
$2,372,000
$0
$10,218,000
NEW
Ashbrook Wash Slope
Stabilization
$250,000
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
$0
$0
$5,250,000
S6061
Sidewalk Infill and Design
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$1,625,000
Public Works
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Project No. / Category
FY2027
FY2028
FY2029
FY2030
FY2031
Total
S6058
Shea Boulevard Widening -
Eastbound from Palisades Blvd
to Fountain Hills Blvd -
Development Fees
$1,000,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,000,000
S7002
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks -
Town-wide
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
F4046
Town Hall Campus Buildings -
Roof Rehabilitation
$500,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$500,000
D6068
Dam Sediment Removal and
Improvements
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
NEW
Library/Museum/Community
Center Air Handler Upgrades
$400,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$400,000
D6057
Golden Eagle Impoundment
Area Improvements - Phase II
$325,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$325,000
NEW
Library/Museum Drainage
Improvements
$0
$300,000
$0
$0
$0
$300,000
S6068
Guardrail Replacement Town-
wide
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
NEW
Palm Tree Lighting and
Electrical Upgrades on Avenue
of the Fountains
$0
$80,000
$0
$0
$0
$80,000
Total Summary of Requests
$5,103,000
$6,865,000
$5,608,000
$2,997,000
$625,000
$21,198,000
Public Works
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Ashbrook Wash Slope Stabilization
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Storm Water
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2029
Project Location
Description
Over the past several years, the Town has been reshaping and building up the side slopes within Ashbrook Wash between
Hampstead Avenue and Fountain Hills Boulevard. This project continues those efforts by stabilizing the remaining slopes,
completing the opposite bank, and implementing erosion control measures such as gabion baskets or other suitable
materials. The project will be designed to reduce erosion, limit lateral channel migration, and improve flood protection. The
Town intends to pursue grant funding from the Flood Control District of Maricopa County to support construction costs.
This capital request is for a 3-year multi-year project, contingent on the Town obtaining grant funding. If successful in
obtaining the grant for 75% of the total project costs, staff will begin design in FY2027 for $250,000, with projected
construction costs of $2.5 million per year over the following two years, with total budgeted project costs of $5.25 million
Images
Ashbrook Wash.jpg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Drainage Improvement
Benefit to Community
The project reduces flood risk to adjacent roads and residential areas by strengthening the Wash banks and improving flow
capacity during storm events. Stabilizing the slopes helps prevent lateral channel migration, protecting public infrastructure
and private property. The investment supports long-term resilience, minimizes future maintenance needs, and leverages
grant funding to maximize the benefit to the community.
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$250K
Total Budget (all years)
$5.25M
Project Total
$5.25M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$250K
Total Budget (all years)
$5.25M
Project Total
$5.25M
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$5K
Project Total
$5K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
$5,000,000
Design/Engineering
$250,000
$0
$0
$250,000
Total
$250,000
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
$5,250,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
Total
Grants
$187,500
$1,875,000
$1,875,000
$3,937,500
Capital Project Fund (600)
$62,500
$625,000
$625,000
$1,312,500
Total
$250,000
$2,500,000
$2,500,000
$5,250,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Service/Supplies
$2,500
$2,500
$5,000
Total
$2,500
$2,500
$5,000
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Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Storm Water
Project Number
D6068
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2031
Description
This multi-year program, budgeted at $100,000 per year, aims to enhance the structural integrity and operational efficiency
of the Town's ten jurisdictional dams, consisting of:
Hesperus Dam
Aspen Dam
North Heights Dam
Golden Eagle Park Dam
Sunridge Canyon Dam
Fountain Lake Dam
Thunder Ridge Dam
Crystal Ridge Dam
Stoneridge Dam
Botanical Garden Dam
The project encompasses the following key components:
Structural Repairs: The inlet and outlet structures of the dams are critical for regulating water flow and ensuring safety.
The project will assess and repair any damage or wear in these structures, addressing issues such as erosion, concrete
degradation, and mechanical failures
Sediment Removal: Over time, sediment accumulation can impair dam functionality and reduce water storage
capacity. This project will involve the systematic removal of accumulated sediment from each of the dams, restoring
their original capacity and ensuring optimal performance
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Images
DJI_20241212085608_0061_D.JPG
Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Benefit to Community
The Dam Sediment Removal and Maintenance project ensures the safety and reliability of the Town's dams by repairing
critical structures, removing sediment, and restoring capacity.  This enhances flood protection, supports water management,
and preserves local ecosystems. By investing in this essential infrastructure, the Town protects public safety, promotes
environmental sustainability, and ensures long-term benefits for the community.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$100K
Total Budget (all years)
$500K
Project Total
$500K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$100K
Total Budget (all years)
$500K
Project Total
$500K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Construction
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
Total
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
Total
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
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Downtown Streetscape Improvement
Program
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
E8506
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2030
Project Location
Description
The Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program includes the design and construction of enhancements to Verde River
Drive, Parkview Avenue and the East and West halves of the Avenue of the Fountains. Spanning five years, this Capital
Program aligns with the Town Council-approved Downtown Strategy (approved in September 2024) to revitalize the
Downtown area by improving pedestrian access, aesthetics and overall functionality. 
The Town received MAG Design Assistance Grant funding of about $94,300 towards design.
Improvements will include:
installing new sidewalk along Verde River Drive and Parkview Avenue
widening sidewalks along the Avenue to accommodate outdoor cafe seating
installing shade trees, new streetlights, pedestrian lights and hanging aesthetic lights
The total 5-year project budget for the four project phases is $10,733,000, which is tabulated below.
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Project
Location
Design
Cost
Construction
Cost
Total Cost
Verde
River Dr
$201,000
$2,003,000
$2,204,000
Parkview
Ave
$314,000
$3,135,000
$3,449,000
East ½ of
Avenue
$225,000
$2,245,000
$2,470,000
West ½ of
Avenue
$238,000
$2,372,000
$2,610,000
Total:
$978,000
$9,755,000
$10,733,000
The work is intended to be completed over five (5) fiscal years as outlined below:
Fiscal
Year
Project Scope
Design
Construction Total
FY 26
Design of Verde River Dr
AND Design of Parkview
Ave
$515,000 $ -
$515,000
FY 27 Construction of Verde
River Dr
$ -
$2,003,000
$2,003,000
FY 28
Construction of Parkview
Ave AND Design of East 1/2
of Avenue
$225,000 $3,135,000
$3,360,000
FY 29
Construction of East 1/2 of
Avenue AND Design of
West 1/2
$238,000 $2,245,000
$2,483,000
FY 30
Construction of West 1/2 of
Avenue
$ -
$2,372,000
$2,372,000
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Images
Streetscape Example
Before.JPG
Streetscape Example
After.JPG
Verde-Parkview Intersection
Before.JPG
Verde-Parkview Intersection
After.JPG
Parkview Ave Before.JPG
Parkview Ave After.JPG
Details
Strategic Initiative: Targeted collaborative economic
development
Type of Project: Other
Benefit to Community
The Downtown Streetscape Improvements Program will significantly enhance the vibrancy, safety, and accessibility of the
Downtown area.  The project’s focus on beautification through improved landscaping, lighting, and functional design will
foster a welcoming atmosphere, attract more visitors, and encourage economic growth. By investing in a revitalized
Downtown, the community will benefit from a modern, engaging, and safer public space that enhances quality of life and
supports long-term sustainability.
By potentially narrowing travel lanes along the Avenue to accommodate wider sidewalks, the project will create a more
pedestrian-friendly environment, promote outdoor activity, and support local businesses. These changes will also act as a
natural traffic calming measure, reducing vehicle speeds and improving safety for all road users, including cyclists and
pedestrians.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$2M
Total Budget (all years)
$10.2M
Project Total
$10.2M
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Construction
$2,003,000
$3,135,000
$2,245,000
$2,372,000
$9,755,000
Design/Engineering
$0
$225,000
$238,000
$0
$463,000
Total
$2,003,000
$3,360,000
$2,483,000
$2,372,000
$10,218,000
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Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$2M
Total Budget (all years)
$10.2M
Project Total
$10.2M
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$30K
Project Total
$30K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$2,003,000
$3,360,000
$2,483,000
$2,372,000
$10,218,000
Total
$2,003,000
$3,360,000
$2,483,000
$2,372,000
$10,218,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Service/Supplies
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$30,000
Total
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$30,000
Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program
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Golden Eagle Impoundment Area
Improvements - Phase II
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Storm Water
Project Number
D6057
Estimated Start
Date
09/13/2018
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
In FY26, drainage channel improvements improvements were completed within Golden Eagle Park.  The next/last phase of
the project will include modification of trash racks on Golden Eagle dam inlets, addressing the face of the dam, inlet,
throughput and outlet infrastructure.  During FY26, design for Phase II improvements was underway.
The Town is also the recipient of grant funding through the Small Projects Assistance Program of the Flood Control District of
Maricopa County (FCDMC). This grant funding will be applied to the this Phase II portion of the project.  The FCDMC will fund
75% of the design and construction cost, up to $500,000, through June 30, 2027. The FCDMC estimated cost share for dam
improvements is $243,750, with the Town match of up to $81,250, and is subject to change, maintaining the 75% / 25%
FCDMC/Town proportional match. 
Images
Golden Eagle Dam.jpeg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Long-term financial stability of
community infrastructure, environmental, and social
resources
Type of Project: Drainage Improvement
Benefit to Community
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The Golden Eagle impoundment area receives storm runoff from three washes - Ashbrook Wash, Bristol Wash and
Cloudburst Wash. The 100-year storm rainfall intensity values have increased in the northeastern area of Maricopa County.
Runoff values have increased, due to increased upstream development. Runoff time of concentration has accelerated, due to
increased upstream development. The net change as a result of noted changes above have increased the amount of flow
entering the impoundment area (this includes the park improvement areas, ball fields, picnic ramada area, etc.) and requires
major modifications to the drainage courses. This project will reduce the risk of flooding and damage to the ballfields and
park amenities, which has occurred in the past.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$325K
Total Budget (all years)
$325K
Project Total
$325K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$325K
Total Budget (all years)
$325K
Project Total
$325K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$325,000
Total
$325,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Grants
$243,750
Capital Project Fund (600)
$81,250
Total
$325,000
Golden Eagle Impoundment Area Improvements - Phase II
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Guardrail Replacement Town-wide
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
S6068
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2022
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2031
Description
The Town owns and maintains 10,000 linear feet of guardrail. Due to Federal guidelines changing in 2014, several segments of
pre and post-incorporation guardrail are no longer in compliance with Federal highway standards. In 2022, an assessment of
the Town's guardrails was performed, and this project will follow the recommendations of that assessment.
During FY26, guardrail was upgraded along McDowell Mountain Road and Palisades Boulevard. This request is a multi-year
capital improvement program, budgeted at $50,000 per year.
Images
Guardrail Replacement
Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: Other
Benefit to Community
Town staff would like to be proactive in implementing guardrail improvements to meet FHWA and ADOT guidelines.
Currently, guardrail within the Town does not meet the FHWA 31" minimum height requirements. ADOT provided the Town a
memo dated May 3, 2017, dictating that existing guardrail 26.5" or lower in height should be replaced in conjunction with
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major pavement or roadway improvements. Guardrail along Palisades does not meet the specifications dictated in this ADOT
memo and that guardrail will be placed first on the priority list of guardrail upgrades. 
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$50K
Total Budget (all years)
$250K
Project Total
$250K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$50K
Total Budget (all years)
$250K
Project Total
$250K
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$1K
Total Budget (all years)
$4K
Project Total
$4K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Construction
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
Total
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
Total
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$50,000
$250,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
Total
Other Impact
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Total
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Guardrail Replacement Town-wide
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Library/Museum Drainage Improvements
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Facilities
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2027
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2028
Project Location
Description
This project will construct drainage improvements at the Library/Museum facility on the Town Campus, to establish positive
stormwater flow away from the building and adjacent walkways. The work will be phased, with design and permitting
completed during FY26 (funded by Facilities Reserves), followed by construction in FY28. Improvements will include revised
grading adjacent to the structure, removal and replacement of existing curb and gutter and regrading of the adjacent
roadway to reduce stormwater ponding and water intrusion.
Images
Library Grading.jpg
Library Grading -
Preliminary Plan.jpg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Benefit to Community
The project protects a major public facility from future flooding, reduces long-term maintenance and repair costs, and
enhances visitor safety during storm events. Improving drainage preserves the Town’s investment in the Library/Museum
complex and ensures reliable access to educational, cultural, and community services.
Library/Museum Drainage Improvements
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$300K
Project Total
$300K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
Total
Construction
$0
$300,000
$300,000
Design/Engineering
$0
$0
$0
Total
$0
$300,000
$300,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2028
In Progress
Facilities Reserve Fund
$300,000
Total
$300,000
Library/Museum Drainage Improvements
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Library/Museum/Community Center Air
Handler Upgrades
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Facilities
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2026
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
This project replaces and upgrades the existing air handling units serving the Library, Museum, and Community Center to
improve HVAC performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. The scope will include equipment replacement, controls
integration, and any required electrical or mechanical modifications to support the new units. Work will be coordinated to
minimize disruption to facility operations and public use.
Images
Library-Museum-
Community Center Air
Handlers.jpg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Benefit to Community
Upgrading the air handling equipment will improve indoor comfort and operational reliability in heavily used public facilities.
Increased energy efficiency reduces operating costs and supports sustainability goals, while modernized systems extend the
useful life of mechanical infrastructure. The project ensures the community continues to receive reliable, high-quality
services in safe, accessible public spaces.
Library/Museum/Community Center Air Handler Upgrades
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$400K
Total Budget (all years)
$400K
Project Total
$400K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$400K
Total Budget (all years)
$400K
Project Total
$400K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$400,000
Total
$400,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Facilities Reserve Fund
$400,000
Total
$400,000
Library/Museum/Community Center Air Handler Upgrades
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Palm Tree Lighting and Electrical Upgrades
on Avenue of the Fountains
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
NEW
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2027
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2028
Project Location
Description
This project upgrades the electrical infrastructure supporting the palm tree lighting along the Avenue of the Fountains. Work
will include replacement or repair of underground electrical conduit, junction boxes, and lighting circuits, as well as
installation of new, commercial-grade energy-efficient fixtures. The improvements will ensure reliable illumination of the
palm trees and support future streetscape enhancements. This project is planned for design and construction in FY2028 in
the 5-year CIP outlook.
Images
Palm Tree Lighting.jpg
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Other
Benefit to Community
Reliable palm tree lighting enhances the signature character of the Avenue of the Fountains and contributes to a welcoming
downtown environment. Electrical upgrades improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and support energy efficiency.
The project strengthens the Town’s investment in downtown aesthetics, encourages evening activity, and enhances
community events along the Avenue.
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$80K
Project Total
$80K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$80K
Project Total
$80K
Operational Costs
FY2027 Budget
$0
Total Budget (all years)
$4K
Project Total
$4K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2028
In Progress
Construction
$70,000
Design/Engineering
$10,000
Total
$80,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2028
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$80,000
Total
$80,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Service/Supplies
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Total
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$4,000
Palm Tree Lighting and Electrical Upgrades on Avenue of the Fountains
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Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks - Town-wide
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
S7002
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2024
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2031
Description
This project designs and constructs pedestrian crosswalks and associated signage where appropriate town-wide.  In addition
to the crosswalk striping, ADA-compliant curb ramps and refuge islands are constructed where suitable.
Crosswalks in the Downtown area of Town will be the highest priority, followed by arterials, collectors and local roads.
During FY26, crosswalks at the following locations were installed:
El Lago Mid-Block Crossing between Saguaro Blvd & La Montana Dr
Golden Eagle Blvd & Brittlebush Dr
La Montana Dr & Cambria Dr
La Montana & Hamilton Dr
Proposed crosswalks in FY27 and beyond include the design and/or construction of:
Avenue of the Fountains & Keith McMahon Dr
This request is for a multi-year capital project budgeted for $150,000 annually over the next five fiscal years.
Images
Golden Eagle Blvd -
Brittlebush Crosswalk.jpg
La Montana - Cambria
Crosswalk.jpg
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks - Town-wide
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: Other
Benefit to Community
Pedestrian crossings and proper signage alert motorists to the possible presence of pedestrians, increasing awareness. On
roadway facilities with higher traffic volumes, number of lanes and speeds will require a combination of signs, markings, and
other enhancements to give the pedestrian(s) comfort while crossing.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$150K
Total Budget (all years)
$750K
Project Total
$750K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$150K
Total Budget (all years)
$750K
Project Total
$750K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Construction
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
Total
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
Total
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$150,000
$750,000
Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks - Town-wide
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Shea Boulevard Widening - Eastbound from
Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd -
Development Fees
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
S6058
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2019
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
This project will design and construct the expansion of a segment of Shea Boulevard.  This segment will complete eastbound
Shea, between Palisades Blvd and Fountain Hills Blvd.  The ultimate build-out when completed, will widen Shea Boulevard to
six lanes.  
Design of the expansion of this segment was completed in FY25, and construction was started in FY26.  Staff are requesting
$1M in carry- over budget to complete the project in FY27.
The future segments of the project (Project S7001) will widen Shea Boulevard between Fountain Hills Boulevard and
Technology Drive, which is projected to begin sometime after FY2031 aligning with MAG Prop 479 funding for the future
phase of the project.
Images
Shea Blvd Widening Phase
1
Shea Boulevard Widening - Eastbound from Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd - 
Development Fees
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: New Road
Benefit to Community
Shea Boulevard is a road of regional significance and has an average daily traffic volume of 34,600 vehicles at Palisades
Boulevard. This project is a MAG Proposition 400 project that is regionally funded through MAG, which will provide for 70% of
the project funding with a 30% match from the Town. The Town also will be able to use Development Impact Fees for the
Town match portion.  This project will increase the vehicle capacity on Shea Blvd, addressing additional usage tied to
population growth.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$1M
Total Budget (all years)
$1M
Project Total
$1M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$1M
Total Budget (all years)
$1M
Project Total
$1M
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$1,000,000
Total
$1,000,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Grants
$700,000
Streets Development Fee Fund (730)
$300,000
Capital Project Fund (600)
$0
Total
$1,000,000
Shea Boulevard Widening - Eastbound from Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd - 
Development Fees
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Sidewalk Infill and Design
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Streets
Project Number
S6061
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2022
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2031
Project Location
Description
This project provides design and construction for ADA-compliant concrete sidewalk and curb ramps where gaps currently
exist. The new sidewalks will provide connectivity to improve the walkability in the Town, and supports the Town’s Active
Transportation Plan and the 2021 Strategic Plan for creating a walkable community.
In recent years, this project constructed infill sidewalks and/or ADA-compliant ramps at the following locations:
FY 25
FY 26
Tioga Drive Sidewalk
Golden Eagle Blvd and
Brittlebush Lane
Eagle Mountain Pkwy Sidewalk and
mid-block Crosswalk
La Montana Dr and Cambria Dr
La Montana Sidewalk at Bashas -
Design
Hamilton Dr, North of La
Montana Dr
Saguaro Blvd between Hawk Dr and
Quinto Dr - sidewalk
La Montana Dr, between
Hamilton Dr and Saguaro Blvd
In FY27, the Town plans to install sidewalk on Saguaro Boulevard between Hawk Drive and Oasis Drive.
This capital request is an ongoing multi-year project budgeted for $325,000 each of the next five fiscal years.
Images
Sidewalk Infill Photo.JPG
Hamilton Sidewalk Infill.jpg
Sidewalk Infill and Design
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Details
Strategic Initiative: Improve public health, well-being,
and safety of our community
Type of Project: Other
Benefit to Community
Through the 2021 Active Transportation Plan planning process, citizens were asked to help identify key gaps in the sidewalk
system and where the priorities should be for improvements.  Installing sidewalks where gaps currently exist, allows
pedestrians to use the sidewalk instead of walking in the adjacent street, reducing risk and creating a safer, more walkable
community.
Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$325K
Total Budget (all years)
$1.63M
Project Total
$1.63M
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$325K
Total Budget (all years)
$1.63M
Project Total
$1.63M
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Construction
$225,000
$225,000
$225,000
$225,000
$225,000
$1,125,000
Design/Engineering
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
Total
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$1,625,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
FY2028
In Progress
FY2029
In Progress
FY2030
In Progress
FY2031
In Progress
Total
Capital Project Fund (600)
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$1,625,000
Total
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$1,625,000
Sidewalk Infill and Design
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Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof
Rehabilitation
Overview
Request Owner
David Janover, Town Engineer
Department
Public Works
Type
Capital Improvement
Project Type
CIP - Facilities
Project Number
F4046
Estimated Start
Date
07/1/2025
Estimated
Completion Date
06/30/2027
Project Location
Description
On February 24, 2025, the Town's Consultant completed a comprehensive roof assessment for the Town Hall, Community
Center, Library/Museum, and Central Plant buildings. The evaluation identified significant issues with the existing low-sloped
polyurethane foam roofing systems, including widespread blistering, cracking, and failed coatings. Additionally, electrical
penetrations were found to lack proper flashing jacks, contributing to potential water intrusion. Debris buildup at roof drains
further exacerbates drainage inefficiencies, while deteriorated line set insulation presents additional vulnerabilities.
To address these concerns, during FY26, this project developed signed and sealed construction drawings and specifications
for new roof systems that ensure long-term protection. The design incorporates necessary repairs, including a complete roof
coating system replacement, proper flashing installation at penetrations, and improved drainage solutions. By implementing
these upgrades in FY27, the Town will enhance the structural integrity of its facilities and reduce future maintenance costs
associated with water damage and roofing failures.
Images
Roof.png
Details
Strategic Initiative: Maintain current infrastructure and
prepare for emerging trends
Type of Project: Improvement
Benefit to Community
This project will extend the lifespan of key municipal buildings, safeguarding essential services housed within the Town Hall,
Community Center, Library/Museum, and Central Plant. A properly designed and maintained roofing system will improve
energy efficiency, reduce long-term repair costs, and provide a safe, leak-free environment for Town staff and residents
utilizing these public facilities.
Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Rehabilitation
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Capital Cost
FY2027 Budget
$500K
Total Budget (all years)
$500K
Project Total
$500K
Funding Sources
FY2027 Budget
$500K
Total Budget (all years)
$500K
Project Total
$500K
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Construction
$500,000
Total
$500,000
Detailed Breakdown
Category
FY2027
In Progress
Capital Project Fund (600)
$500,000
Total
$500,000
Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Rehabilitation
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