Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chino Valley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with medium priority
First-quarter finances: construction and utility revenues soft
Sales tax is beating budget, but construction revenue is down 63% and no new homes hooked up to town water this quarter. Councilmember Stankewicz warned the permit slump will be a big issue for next year's council.
National opioids settlement participation
The town joined the national opioids settlement with Albertsons, positioning it for settlement funds through a routine consent agenda item.
Quarterly financial report (July–September 2026)
Finance Director Katie Pehl was scheduled to present the town's July–September 2026 quarterly financial report, giving residents a window into the town's fiscal health.
Homelessness awareness and family services
The mayor was scheduled to proclaim November as Homelessness Awareness Month, noting more than 275 Prescott-area students experienced homelessness last year and highlighting Agape House of Prescott's family services.
School Resource Officer Services Agreement
The town renewed its partnership with Chino Valley Unified School District to provide a dedicated police officer on school campuses, funded primarily by a state grant.