Apache Junction City Council Work Session - 8/31/26

The City of Apache Junction held a work session on August 31, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions included the acceptance of two grants for school resource officer (SRO) positions at Avalon K-8 School and Apache Trail High School. The police chief highlighted the importance of these officers in building relationships with students and noted that these grants would be on the consent agenda for approval at the upcoming council meeting. Additionally, the session covered a land development rezoning case for the Benning Apartments, a proposed 146-unit affordable housing project funded through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). The developer addressed prior concerns by meeting parking requirements, adding amenities, and revising building elevations. The project no longer requires zoning variances and has staff support. A public hearing on the rezoning is scheduled for September 15, 2026, with ongoing public outreach efforts to clarify project details to neighbors.