Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Nogales public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues with medium priority
Election Administration
Over 200 mail-in ballots vanished during the primary election in Nogales, leaving voters in the dark right as November's general election approaches. City officials are under pressure to explain how this happened and ensure it doesn't happen again.
Delegation of Routine Liquor License Approvals
The City Attorney proposed letting the City Manager approve routine special event liquor licenses to prevent calling extra council meetings. Council members supported the idea as long as they stay informed.
Wastewater Management
The binational wastewater plant that keeps the Santa Cruz River flowing is struggling with high capacity, threatening environmental and health issues on both sides of the border. If we don't fix this soon, Nogales could face serious pollution and regulatory problems.
Open Range Laws
As Rio Rico keeps growing, cows roaming free under archaic state open range laws are causing dangerous traffic jams and getting hit on the roads. Locals are finally pushing for a policy update to keep both drivers and livestock safe.
Proposition 417 presentation
Wondering what Prop. 417 is actually about? Santa Cruz County is hosting a quick info session this Wednesday so you can get the facts straight before filling out your ballot.
ADOT Equipment Procurement (Water Truck and Street Sweeper)
Nogales is upgrading its public works fleet by securing a new water truck and street sweeper through state transportation agreements, funded primarily by federal grants with a minimal six percent city match.
City Administration
Nogales official Ruiz wants to shake up City Hall leadership by hiring qualified directors to fix local government. It's all about bringing in fresh talent to build a stronger foundation for how the city is run.
CBP Property Access Agreement for TCA-NGL-1083
The council approved a right of entry agreement allowing U.S. Customs and Border Protection to assess city-owned property near the shooting range in exchange for $5,000.
Youth Fire Safety Summer Camp
The Nogales Fire Department is partnering with Santa Cruz County to run a summer camp teaching kids fire safety, teamwork, and firefighting basics.
EMT Certification Program Equipment Donation
The city agreed to donate an old ambulance and expired medical supplies to help the local community college launch a new EMT training program.
City Council Compensation
Nogales pays its city council peanuts compared to the rest of Arizona, meaning working-class folks just can't afford to run for office. This low pay leads to constant turnover in local government, making it hard to get anything done for the community.