City Council Work Session - 01/12/2026

The City Council Work Session for the City of Goodyear held on January 12, 2026, focused extensively on updates and strategic plans related to municipal court operations, tourism development, and public safety. The Goodyear Municipal Court provided a detailed report on fiscal year 2025 activities, highlighting increased case and charge filings, specialty court programs, and plans for facility expansion including a potential new court facility at Old City Hall. The court emphasized the need for additional staffing and technology upgrades to manage growth effectively. The Economic Development Director presented on the newly established Office of Tourism, reporting on stakeholder engagement, use of Prop 302 funds, and plans to expand consumer tourism efforts, including a recommendation to hire dedicated tourism staff and allocate a marketing budget. The Police Department Chief presented the FY 2027-2031 strategic plan, outlining staffing growth needs, facility expansions including a new substation and evidence annex, and the development of a Real-Time Intelligence and Tactical Center. The plan also addressed community engagement, crime prevention, and officer wellness initiatives. Council members discussed procurement implications related to facility projects, staffing budget considerations, technology investments such as license plate readers and real-time crime center infrastructure, and the importance of maintaining privacy and transparency policies. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but several capital improvement projects and staffing expansions were highlighted as upcoming budget priorities.