Mixed-Use Space Council Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
The Subcommittee discussed strategies to address vacant retail space in future developments. Proposed strategies included studying redevelopment opportunities within the Transportation Overlay District, conducting market analysis to identify gaps in business services, and enhancing the site plan review process with additional submittal requirements and criteria for mixed-use retail spaces. Stakeholders provided feedback on developer accountability, the review timeline, and the flexibility of land use planning. The Subcommittee recommended that these strategies be considered for adoption at a future Committee of the Whole Work Study Session.
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The council meeting included the approval of meeting minutes and board, commission, and committee minutes. Key presentations included the Law Day Art Contest awards, a proclamation for the presiding judge's retirement, and a proclamation for the 57th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week. The city manager highlighted a proposed 0.5% sales tax measure intended to maintain resident services and discussed the city's efforts in identifying budget savings over the past two years.
Jan 7, 2026·Board meeting
Motorized And Electric Device Safety Council Subcommittee Minutes
The subcommittee convened to evaluate and recommend strategies to enhance safety and public awareness for electric bicycles, scooters, and other micromobility devices. Key discussion points included an update from a partner regarding shared active transportation programs, an overview of subcommittee goals such as analyzing local crash data and reviewing best practices, and a detailed review of local and federal legislation concerning micromobility device classifications and operational restrictions (e.g., speed limits on paths and sidewalks). Additionally, the City Attorney reviewed Tempe's current, minimal regulatory framework, and Tempe Police provided insights into crash data collection, enforcement efforts including grant-funded initiatives, and educational approaches such as a citation diversion class. The session concluded with an update on EMS data collection and preliminary future agenda items.
Jan 1, 2026·Strategic plan
City of Tempe Strategy for Financial Stability
This document outlines the City of Tempe's strategy for achieving long-term financial stability by proposing a new 0.5% local sales tax. This tax is designed to replace revenues lost due to state legislative actions and fund critical investments in the community. Key focus areas include enhancing public safety, expanding early childhood care and preschool education, and improving public transit and multimodal infrastructure. The strategy aims to improve the quality of life for residents and mitigate the risk of service reductions, staffing impacts, and delayed capital investments.
