City Council Work Session - 05/12/2025

The City Council Work Session for the City of Goodyear held on May 12, 2025, focused primarily on updates and discussions related to the Boulder Wash Trail extension project and the city's volunteer program. The council received a detailed briefing on the trail extension, which is included in the FY25-27 Capital Improvement Plan with a budget of approximately $32 million, funded through bonds. The project aims to enhance multimodal connectivity and recreational amenities, with construction planned for FY26 and FY27 and completion targeted for summer 2028. Council members discussed landscaping, amenities such as benches, and future phases of the trail. Additionally, the council reviewed the FY2025 strategic plan updates, including the city's vision, mission, and purpose statements, and received an overview of the volunteer program. The volunteer program, which has been active since 2007, was highlighted for its significant community impact, contributing over 18,000 hours valued at $5.7 million in FY23-24. Plans to expand and enhance the program without additional budget or staffing were also presented, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, recognition, and leveraging technology. No formal votes or motions related to procurement were recorded during the session.