# Flagstaff Water Commission Meeting - September 17, 2026


**Body:** City of Flagstaff
**Date:** September 16, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Grants & Funding, Regulatory Compliance


The City of Flagstaff Water Commission convened on September 17, 2026, primarily to discuss updates on water conservation ordinances and public safety funding measures. Key procurement-related topics included the upcoming November ballot propositions 404 and 405, which propose a half-cent sales tax and a $40 million general obligation bond respectively, aimed at funding public safety personnel, equipment, and infrastructure improvements such as new fire stations and emergency response capabilities. The meeting also covered coordination with federal and state agencies on wildfire mitigation and emergency management, as well as the financial mechanisms supporting airport firefighting and law enforcement services. Additionally, the commission reviewed proposed changes to water conservation policies, including fines for ordinance violations and incentives for turf conversion, with plans to refine these through further legal and consultant input. Discussions on high-volume water user policies and capacity fees were also presented, highlighting the need for infrastructure funding and water efficiency plans for large consumers. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but several action items related to ordinance updates and funding measures were identified for future consideration.

**Source:** City of Flagstaff