A new Arizona law eliminates public hearings for many development approvals. Federal proposals would further limit local control over cell towers.

San Tan Valley council reviewed the first three articles of its new town code. The code will replace county regulations currently governing the area.

The Town of Florence announces four open Town Council seats for the August 2026 Primary Election—learn how to file your candidacy and key deadlines.

The City of Maricopa releases the Public Review Draft of the Advancing Maricopa General Plan Update—submit your feedback by February 6, 2026.

Jeff McClure and Jeff Serdy will lead the Pinal County Board of Supervisors in 2026 as chairman and vice chairman.

Vincent Manfredi was unanimously appointed as Maricopa Vice Mayor for 2026, marking his second time serving in the leadership role during his council tenure.

San Tan Valley council selects Brent Billingsley as its first town manager. He brings decades of municipal leadership experience to the newly incorporated town.

San Tan Valley clarifies TPT tax is based on street address, not ZIP code. Residents can report errors to sellers or the town for investigation.

Florence Town Council hires Robert Wingo as new Town Attorney. The three-year contract begins November 29, 2025, with a $200,000 salary.

The City of Maricopa releases its General Plan Update draft for public feedback, with a community workshop scheduled for December 9, 2025, at the library.

Arizona residents and businesses can now apply for SBA disaster loans following October's Hurricane Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond damage across seven counties.

Pinal County Board approved a School Resource Officer agreement with Florence Unified School District. The vote followed debate over immigration enforcement concerns.

San Tan Valley Town Council heard resident concerns about sales tax collection at its November 19 meeting. Future planning items were also discussed.

Apache Junction voters approved Proposition 493, extending the mayor term from two to four years, effective January 2027.

Casa Grande Proposition 496 passed on November 4, 2025. The City Council certified the $67 million recreation bond results on November 17.

Barbara Sundust asks Casa Grande to support homeless residents after urban camping ordinance enforcement began October 1. Mayor outlines city response efforts.

Maricopa code amendments won Planning Commission approval on Oct. 27. Changes address state laws, housing impacts, and development standards.

Pinal County is offering free sand and sandbags to residents preparing for this week’s expected rain and potential flooding. Supplies are available at multiple maintenance yards across the county—bring your own shovel and fill up to 25 sandbags per household.

The Town of Florence is recruiting residents for 17 open positions on boards and commissions. Applications are due December 15, 2025.

Casa Grande is proposing new pass-through fees for delinquent wastewater customers to recover the direct costs charged by Arizona Water Company for disconnection and reconnection services.

Apache Junction has received official DarkSky designation for Prospector Park and Superstition Shadows Park, highlighting the city’s commitment to reducing light pollution and protecting the desert night sky.

San Tan Valley Town Council approved a $250,000 monthly financial agreement with Queen Creek and reduced election signature requirements to 1,000.

San Tan Valley Town Council discussed municipal code formation on November 5. The newly incorporated town will likely begin code development in December 2025.

San Tan Valley Town Council received guidance on the Model City Tax Code November 5, 2025. Expert outlined revenue options and warned against relying on construction taxes.

Casa Grande City Council unanimously approved subdivision code amendments on November 3. Changes comply with HB2447 state law requirements.

Apache Junction’s 2026 Primary Election is scheduled for August 4 to elect a mayor and three city councilmembers, with candidate filing open from March 7 to April 6, 2026.

According to Arizona State Land Department documents, Castelion Corporation plans to build Project Ranger, a hypersonic missile manufacturing and testing facility north of Florence, Arizona.

The Town of Florence has officially added the Gateway District to its Downtown Revitalization Plan, opening access to grants and façade improvement funds for local businesses along State Route 287.

San Tan Valley advances recruitment for town manager and key positions. IPM presents candidates at special October 22 meeting for Arizona's newest municipality.

San Tan Valley Town Council adopted election ordinances and approved ballot questions on staggered terms and direct mayoral elections for August 2026.