Public Safety Propositions 404 & 405
Summary
Flagstaff voters will decide on a sales tax and bond to pay for public safety gear, buildings, staffing, and resources. The commission got a briefing but took no position.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 5 meetings since Sep 14, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Would add a sales tax and issue bonds if voters approve them in November.
Residents would get better-equipped and better-staffed police, fire, and emergency services.
Taxpayers would bear the cost of the new sales tax and bonded debt.
Mentions & discussions (10)
Flagstaff voters pass one of two funding measures for police, fire departments
Flagstaff voters pass one of two funding measures for police, fire departments Arizona Daily Sun
Letter to the Editor: Flagstaff's public safety and our future
As your neighbors and elected representatives, we share a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our community. Flagstaff has grown over the years, and with that growth comes increasing demands on police, fire, and emergency management servi...
Library Board — October 22, 2026
The board was scheduled to review a public safety presentation regarding Propositions 404 and 405, which could impact local funding and community safety initiatives.
Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living — September 23, 2026
Flagstaff voters will decide on a sales tax and bond to pay for public safety gear, buildings, staffing, and resources. The commission got a briefing but took no position.
Parks & Recreation — September 21, 2026
City officials presented information on upcoming November ballot measures Propositions 404 and 405, which propose a half-cent sales tax and a $40 million bond to fund police, fire, airport rescue, and emergency management needs. The funding aims to address staffing shortages, equipment upgrades, and facilities to keep pace with community growth.
Bicycle Advisory Committee — September 17, 2026
City staff briefed the committee on Propositions 404 and 405 on the November ballot, which propose a 0.5% sales tax and a $40 million bond to fund police, fire, and emergency services. Commissioners raised questions about how public safety spending impacts overall city general funds and whether specialized equipment could raise privacy concerns.
Water Commission — September 17, 2026
A public safety outreach committee presented information on upcoming November ballot measures 404 (sales tax) and 405 (bond) aimed at funding critical police, fire, airport rescue, and emergency management needs.
Beautification and Public Art Commission — September 14, 2026
City officials presented an overview of upcoming November ballot measures: Prop 404 (a 0.5% TPT tax increase for public safety staffing) and Prop 405 (a $40M bond for infrastructure and equipment).
Open Spaces Commission — August 24, 2026
Fire Chief Mark Gillard presented details on two ballot measures for the upcoming election: Prop 404, a 0.5% sales tax increase for public safety operations and staffing, and Prop 405, a $40 million bond for capital facilities and equipment. Commissioners discussed impacts on taxpayers, alternative funding sources like development impact fees, and wildfire mitigation efforts.
Flagstaff City Council continues meeting through lockdown while police respond to nearby gunfire
Flagstaff City Council continues meeting through lockdown while police respond to nearby gunfire KTAR News 92.3 FM
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