Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation

PRESENTED BY: Pastor Clayton J. Wilfer, Joy Church of Fountain Hills.
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Roll Call

Statement of Participation
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Summary of Current Events by Town Manager

Proclamations, Awards, and Recognitions

RECOGNITION:  Honoring the Life and Service of Former Councilmember and Town Clerk Cassie Hansen
When Fountain Hills became an incorporated town in 1989, it began with no municipal staff, no offices, and no established systems of governance. One of the first people entrusted with building that structure was Cassie Hansen, who became the town’s first employee and first Town Clerk in January 1990.  Hansen handled the administrative work of the newly formed town during its earliest months, managing records, council agendas, elections, and official correspondence at a time when the town did not yet have a permanent municipal facility. Her role placed her at the center of the town’s formative decisions as Fountain Hills transitioned from a master-planned community into a self-governing municipality.  Her tenure also came during a period when much of Fountain Hills’ growth was still closely tied to the legacy development framework established by McCulloch Properties Incorporated (MCO Properties). While the town evolved into its own municipal government, early administrative leadership worked alongside ongoing private development and long-range planning that shaped the community’s identity.As the Town grew, Hansen’s responsibilities expanded. She added to her responsibilities of Town Clerk and served a dual role that encompassed the title of Director of Administrative Services for approximately 13 years. In that role, she acted as a liaison and administrative coordinator for several major civic projects, including development of the Fountain Hills Library, Community Center, Museum, and the relocation of the Senior Center. These projects helped establish permanent public institutions that continue to serve residents today.Hansen was also active in the broader community beyond her municipal role. Alongside her husband, Bruce Hansen, she became a familiar and respected presence in Fountain Hills civic life. The Hansens were known for their deep commitment to local organizations and events, and in 1999 they were named Co-Businesspersons of the Year by the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce in recognition of their shared dedication to the community. Bruce Hansen himself was widely regarded as a strong supporter of local initiatives, and together they contributed to the town’s growth both professionally and personally.  Her public service later continued in an elected capacity when she served as a member of the Fountain Hills Town Council, bringing with her institutional knowledge that dated back to the town’s earliest days of incorporation.  In 2004, Hansen was inducted into the Lower Verde Valley Hall of Fame, recognizing her long-standing service and contributions to Fountain Hills.Cassie Hansen passed away recently, and her loss is felt deeply throughout Fountain Hills. For many residents, her name — and the partnership she shared with Bruce — is inseparable from the town’s early history and the steady work that helped shape its government and civic institutions. She worked tirelessly as the Town’s first civil servant, inspiring many who followed in her footsteps to serve the community. Her heart and soul were instrumental in shaping Fountain Hills, helping others embrace and share her vision of true community spirit. She will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to public service, her deep commitment to the community, and her foundational role in building what Fountain Hills is today. She will be greatly missed.

RECOGNITION: Mayor's Citizen Award — Peter Volny
In recognition of Peter Volny's twelve years of dedicated service and leadership through the Concours event, bringing thousands of visitors to our community, enhancing the Town’s reputation, and raising millions of dollars in support of Phoenix Children’s Hospital. His commitment, vision, and generosity have made a lasting and meaningful impact on our community.

Presentations

Consent Agenda
All items listed are considered to be routine, non-controversial matters and will be enacted by one motion and vote of the Council. All motions and subsequent approvals of consent items will include all recommended staff stipulations unless otherwise stated. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or member of the public so requests. If a Councilmember or member of the public wishes to discuss an item on the Consent Agenda, he/she may request so prior to the motion to accept the Consent Agenda or with notification to the Town Manager or Mayor prior to the date of the meeting for which the item was scheduled. The item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered as the first item on the Regular Agenda. The remaining items on the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion and vote of the Council.

Regular Agenda

CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Related to any item included in the Arizona Cities and ​Town's Weekly Legislative Bulletin or relating to ​any action proposed or pending before the State ​Legislature.

Call to the Public
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.01, or as prescribed by state law.

Council Discussion/Direction to the Town Manager
Members of the Council may (1) request the Town Manager follow-up on matters raised at that meeting; (2) request one two-minute response to directed criticism raised any portion of the meeting; (3) a consensus of the Council may request the Town Manager to research a matter and report back to the Council

Future Agenda Items

Adjournment