City Council Regular Meeting - 07/06/2026

The City Council of Goodyear held a regular meeting on July 6, 2026, which included several procurement and development-related discussions. The council approved appointments to the Arts and Culture Commission and consent agenda items including liquor licenses, budget amendments, and agreements such as a reimbursement agreement with KB Home for development fees. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a public hearing and approval of a use permit for a 24-hour convenience store with a gas station, including fuel pumps for vehicles and semi-trucks, with stipulations on traffic flow and no overnight truck parking. The council also adopted a comprehensive update to the city's zoning ordinance, modernizing regulations to support development, business growth, and energy infrastructure projects like battery energy storage systems and data centers. Stakeholders including the Arizona Technology Council, Microsoft, and the Arizona Solar Energy Industries Association provided input supporting the ordinance while emphasizing flexibility and safety. Additionally, the meeting covered legislative updates, including state budget appropriations for infrastructure and 911 system funding, and federal affairs such as transportation program changes and earmark requests. The council voted to enter executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters. Overall, the meeting addressed key procurement, development, and policy issues impacting future city projects and vendor opportunities.