Welcome to the Live Stream of the Goodyear City Council Meeting - 06/08/2026

The City of Goodyear held a City Council meeting on June 8, 2026, which included a public hearing and approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget and truth in taxation property tax levy. The total budget for FY 2027 was presented at approximately $1.4 billion, with about $500 million representing carryover funds for ongoing capital improvement projects, primarily infrastructure related to transportation, water, wastewater, and public safety. The general fund operating budget was noted as $226 million, with roughly 70% of ongoing funds dedicated to public safety services. The council approved maintaining the property tax rate at $1.74 per $100 of assessed valuation, with an expected 2% increase in property tax bills due to rising property values, not a rate increase. The meeting also included discussions on public outreach efforts for tax information, including newspaper and social media notifications, and highlighted the city's commitment to growth paying for growth through impact fees and development agreements. Additionally, the council welcomed a new director of parks and recreation and received public comments on various community topics.