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Anthony Garcia

Council MemberStart 2024-12-17 per Flagstaff Resolution 2024-48 canvass; resigned; end = last agenda roll call listing him (Sept 22, 2026 work session agenda); absent from the Sept 28, 2026 roll call; exact resignation date not published (city news flash Oct 16, 2026 refers to the vacancy)

No biography on file yet.

At a glance

News mentions
1

Term ending Sep 22, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
29
Total speaking time
4:31:57
Avg per meeting
9:23
Segments
2694

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Top issues during term (20)(Development)

critical↑Sep 2026[35]

Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program

Will involve future capital investments and restructuring of public housing financial platforms.

critical→Jan 2026[20]

Housing Attainability and LASCAP Implementation

Attainable-by-design housing variety is promised, but no units are deed-restricted affordable.

high↑Apr 2026[19]

STL 290 Master Planned Development and Specific Plan

The developer projects roughly $6 million a year in recurring city revenue at full buildout, plus one-time construction sales tax — but also more demand for police, fire, water, and schools.

critical↓Apr 2026[14]

10-Year Housing Plan Implementation

The plan relies on existing funding allocations, voter-approved funds, and potential new recurring revenue sources.

critical↓Jan 2026[11]

Open Space Access and Development on the South Side

Projects utilize BBB funds and external grants to leverage matching dollars for trail and signage upgrades.

medium↑Jan 2026[11]

Historic Signs and Facades Grant Program

The applicant is applying for a beautification grant through the Beautification and Public Art Commission.

high↓Aug 2026[8]

Hidden Haven Estates Concept Zoning Map Amendment

Private investment in heavy industrial development and potential future city acquisition of trailhead parking.

critical↓May 2026[8]

19 W. Birch Ave. Hotel and Parking Garage Development

The project represents a multi-million dollar investment that will increase property tax revenues, generate sales tax, and add downtown parking and lodging.

low↓Sep 2026[5]

Tribal Land Grants for Student Housing

medium↓Sep 2026[5]

Canyon del Rio Development Agreement

critical↓May 2026[5]

Historic Preservation vs. Downtown Redevelopment

The developer reported an estimated $50 million total investment in construction, fixtures, and startup costs for the hotel and parking garage project.

high↓Sep 2026[5]

Housing Choice Voucher Utility Allowances and Payment Standards

Directly impacts housing authority budget allocations and tenant rent burdens.

high↓Feb 2026[4]

Lone Tree Ranch Affordable Housing Project

Funded through federal 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program without local direct capital outlays.

high↓Jan 2026[3]

Acquisition and Redevelopment of 320 N. Humphreys Street

Estimated around a $6.3 million budget framework for acquisition and potential project costs.

high↓Feb 2026[3]

CDBG 2026–2030 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Housing Needs

$645,000 estimated for capital/housing projects and $107,000 for public services in CDBG funds; $1.65 million awarded via Rental Incentive Bonds.

high↓Apr 2026[3]

Source of Income Housing Discrimination Protections

Minimal administrative costs to update civil rights code provisions; potentially increases housing voucher utilization.

high↓Jul 2026[2]

PROSE Master Plan Outreach & Development Growth

high↓Jul 2026[2]

Starlight Trail development agreement

Financial terms of the proposed development agreement haven't been made public yet.

high↓May 2026[2]

Indigenous History and Mitigation at 19 W. Birch Ave.

The developer is funding the creation of a permanent website and QR code infrastructure for the interpretive walking tour.

high↓Jan 2026[2]

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Model Plans Library

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Decisions during term (7)

Recorded while Garcia was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.