City Council Regular Meeting - 06/09/2025

The City Council of Goodyear held a regular meeting on June 9, 2025, focusing significantly on the adoption of the fiscal year 2026 budget and related tax matters. The council reviewed and approved a $1.24 billion budget, emphasizing conservative fiscal policies and a commitment to public safety, infrastructure, and community services. Despite a state-imposed loss of residential rental property tax revenue, the city maintained its combined property tax rate at $1.74 per $100 of assessed valuation, with no overall tax rate increase. The council also approved resolutions related to the extension of State Route Loop 303, including purchase agreements and intergovernmental agreements with the state of Arizona. Additionally, the council approved a comprehensive sign package merging two existing sign plans for the Estrella Falls and Goodyear Civic Square areas, with costs borne by developers. Public comments addressed concerns about road expansions related to new housing developments and school access. The meeting included detailed discussions on property tax levies, growth impacts, and infrastructure investments, with motions passed unanimously on budget and procurement items.