City of Peoria: City Council Meeting - April 7, 2026

The City of Peoria City Council held a meeting on April 7, 2026, primarily focused on updates regarding the city's water resources and infrastructure. City staff provided a detailed presentation on the city's diversified water portfolio, including surface water supplies from the Salt River Project and Central Arizona Project, groundwater management, reclaimed water use, and long-term storage credits. Discussions addressed the challenges posed by declining Colorado River reservoir levels and potential future reductions in water allocations, with plans to increase groundwater pumping of stored credits to offset shortages. The council also reviewed water security strategies, infrastructure projects to expand reclaimed water use, and the city's assured water supply designation to support growth. Additionally, the council approved two purchase and sale agreements totaling $7.75 million with Westmech for constructing two career and technical education campuses, with construction expected to complete by mid-2028. Other topics included public safety concerns about speeding and traffic accidents, property tax rate clarifications, and community events. No other procurement or contracting actions were reported during the meeting.