Apache Junction City Council Meeting- 10/6/26

The October 6, 2026 Apache Junction City Council meeting included approval of the consent agenda, which covered road work on Old West Highway between Idaho and Tomahawk and Lost Dutchman Boulevard between Ironwood Drive and Meridian. The mayor noted the projects were each estimated to cost about $1.3 million. Council also unanimously adopted Ordinance 1577 and Resolution 26-34, revising parks and recreation fees. Changes include a 10% increase to Multi-Generational Center memberships (day passes are unchanged), adjustments to facility and program fees, and new charges for rodeo and event center amenities, including pavilion rental, dry camping, and RV hookups. The new fees take effect January 1, 2027.

Council considered local rules for the city’s license-plate reader (Flock) system, including audits, limits on use, and making misuse a misdemeanor. The police chief said the system costs about $80,000 and described its role in investigations; residents raised privacy, data-sharing, and oversight concerns. The related ordinance and resolution were approved unanimously, according to the recorded votes. The council also unanimously recommended approval of a change-of-control liquor license for Walgreens at 55 West Apache Trail. School district representatives presented education programs; no related city procurement action was identified.