[Archived] Town Council Study Session Thursday, April 16, 2026

The Town Council Study Session for Prescott Valley, AZ, held on April 16, 2026, focused primarily on zoning ordinance amendments and environmental planning initiatives. The council discussed proposed amendments to the zoning code aimed at improving business opportunities and process efficiencies, including allowing conditional use permits for outdoor business activities and revising parking requirements. The amendments are scheduled for further review and adoption in May and June 2026. Additionally, the council received a detailed update on the Wildlife Connectivity Guide, a multi-year project involving community and technical stakeholder engagement to integrate wildlife habitat preservation into town planning. The guide outlines strategies for land use, open space conservation, and infrastructure improvements, with an emphasis on securing funding and partnerships for implementation. The session also included a comprehensive update on water resources and utilities projects, highlighting ongoing efforts in effluent recharge expansion, stormwater recharge pilot projects, and large meter replacements. The council was briefed on the long-term Big Chino Water Ranch project and the challenges of regional water resource management, including funding considerations. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during this session, but the discussions indicate future opportunities for consulting and infrastructure-related contracts tied to environmental and water resource initiatives.