Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Page public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
49 issues with medium priority
Commission goal-setting
The commission will decide its short-term and long-term priorities, which could steer future youth programs, events, and partnerships in Page.
Potential Tymco Street Sweeper Purchase
The city's old street sweeper is past its service life; a new Tymco unit was bought at $401,006 through a cooperative bid, about $34,000 under budget.
Council and Board Code of Ethics
The council couldn't agree on a proposed ethics code — several members doubted it is enforceable and favor a "dignity pledge" instead. It goes back to staff for a reworked draft.
Tourism rebound in September
After five straight months of declines, September hotel occupancy ticked up about 4.7%, thanks mostly to international visitors — good news for the city's tax revenue, though one month doesn't make a trend.
Library Board Leadership Turnover
Vice Chair Tracy Salmi is resigning in June due to family health issues, forcing new elections for chair and vice chair and a search for a new board member by July. The board is recruiting, and remote participation by Zoom is possible.
Billing & Operations Software Replacement (NISC)
The aging Cassell software is deteriorating under private-equity ownership, and the board agreed to move to NISC — the industry standard — at roughly $200,000-plus up front and $8,000 a month in support. Full transition will take up to two years and be budgeted next fiscal year.
Youth Advisory Commission goals and priorities
Future Youth Advisory Commission meetings will move from Coconino Community College to the PERA Community Building. Residents who attend or watch these meetings should note the new location.
General Manager's Performance Review
The board went into closed-door executive session to review General Manager Bryan Hill's job performance, as permitted under state open-meeting law.
Noise, vibration, and enforcement of sound limits
Speakers pushed for stricter sound rules — low-frequency G-weighted measurements, limits tied to measured baselines, quarterly third-party monitoring, and real enforcement with fines up to $25,000 a day. Commissioners noted the draft's sleep-disruption vibration standard is subjective and wants clearer, enforceable limits including cumulative noise across multiple facilities.
Splash pad water costs far above estimate
The board discussed reworking the landscaping around the splash pad. Details are still early — no vote was taken.
Library Makerspace and Record Usage
The library's makerspace finished its first month of programming with 55 attendees, offering 3D-printed spider painting, coaster engraving, origami, and Cricut earring-making, plus walk-in tours. It's a new creative resource the community can use for free.
Trunk-or-treat moved off Halloween
The library's trunk-or-treat event is happening October 24 this year instead of Halloween night, after community feedback that families were forced to choose between it and door-to-door trick-or-treating. A movie in the park on Halloween gives kids a second option. Board members discussed safety benefits of the old single-venue format and generally supported the change.
October library programming
August visits, circulation, and computer use all dropped compared to last August, but program counts exploded — 165 programs with 3,163 attendees versus 97 and 1,976 last year — and the library served 894 meals to kids. The library is leaning harder into programming and community services.
Balloon Regatta sponsorship and promotion
With 56 balloons signed up, Paul Meehan urged the board to land one major annual sponsor — like Albuquerque's fest attracts — to help small businesses host the event and draw more visitors. An influencer will document this year's event for next year's promotion.
Facade Improvement Program amendments
The updated program — $100,000 in pilot-year funding, clearer facade definition, half the funds reserved for retroactive projects — should launch within about 30 days, helping downtown property owners spruce up buildings.
Tesla Supercharger station and EV charging zoning
Tesla Inc. is seeking a text amendment to allow electric vehicle charging facilities in Page. It could expand where EV chargers can be installed around town.
Wesley Hotel rezoning
A zoning map amendment was on the docket for the Wesley Hotel project, which could move the hotel concept forward. Hotel development can affect tourism traffic and downtown activity in Page.
Page High School Freshmen Focus support
The task force considered getting involved in a program that helps freshmen adjust to high school and stay engaged. Task force backing could mean mentors, resources, or prevention programming for young students.
Overdose fatality review and tribal partnerships
Coconino County Health's overdose fatality review team finally got records from Navajo Nation police after six months, Page PD is joining the review team, and the county will present its rural-tribal partnership model at a statewide opioid summit.
Axon Contract and License Plate Readers
PD plans to seek a real-time crime center in the budget; council asked for a public education presentation on license plate readers before expanding their use.
ARFF Truck Bumper Turret Conversion
The airport's crash-fire truck is getting a $112,000 bumper turret upgrade so it can fight fires while driving. This boosts emergency response at the Page airport.
City Hall Remodel on Hold
The digital sign at City Hall discussed last meeting is shelved for this budget year because city hall itself needs significant renovations — and functioning city hall wins.
Trolleys and microtransit
The council endorsed a federal 5311 grant application that would launch on-demand microtransit in Page while keeping rural routes to nearby communities — the city's biggest role yet in shaping local transit.
Glen Canyon Dam tours remain closed
Board members and the Conservancy director discussed why the popular dam tours haven't returned — an RFP was pulled during federal downsizing and the dam is short on security staff. Visitors keep asking for the tours, which would bring revenue and an indoor activity option.
Accessible park cut from budget
The Parks and Rec board is disappointed that an accessible park was cut from this year's budget — the city currently has no accessible playground equipment. The board wants to do a better job getting the priority to council.
Performance Stipends
The Board was scheduled to discuss and possibly act on performance stipends, which could affect utility employee pay and, indirectly, utility costs.
Concession Stand Electrical Upgrade
The sports complex concession stand's electrical system can't run a popcorn machine and microwave at once, and the upgrade has been put off for years. Staff will get a second opinion from the new public works director.
Glen Canyon Conservancy archives at risk
The conservancy holds community archives about the dam and the city's creation, but is selling its museum building and lacks a long-term home for them. One board member warned the city could regret losing these records in 50 years.
Upcoming development project pipeline
The new planning director told the board several development projects are in the queue and will come before the commission over the next couple of months, with meetings expected more frequently than in the past.
Airport Operations Update
Contour's CEO pitched adding Las Vegas and LAX as hubs beyond Phoenix and Denver and said Las Vegas service could launch in 45–90 days if the city amends the contract. The airport's certification caps aircraft at 30 seats, limiting capacity, though the CEO said a 50-seat plane would likely be payload-restricted in summer heat anyway.
C&S Engineers services authorization
The council was scheduled to authorize services from C&S Engineers, Inc., which typically signals upcoming engineering or infrastructure work for the city.
Premium Builders Purchase Agreement Amendment
A pending amendment to the city's purchase agreement with Premium Builders was put off so Page Utility Enterprises can provide clarification. It returns July 22.
Chamber of Commerce MOU
The city's annual Chamber support rises from $35,000 to $40,000 to fund the balloon regatta vendor fair, which the Chamber notes is the region's largest event. Half the increase is offset by the Chamber covering restroom rentals, and the city will now track performance data annually.
Airport ARFF Facility Design Contract
Page is building a new airport rescue and firefighting facility, continuing the C&S Engineers design under a fresh agreement. The million-dollar price tag is mostly federal money; the city's share is about $26,000.
Extended Saturday Library Hours
The library's Saturday hours (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) have left patrons showing up to locked doors, including Councilor Roundtree. The board unanimously recommended extending Saturdays to 9 a.m.–3 p.m., adding two hours within the existing budget.
Proposed airport hangar site
A private builder wants to put up a hangar near the T-hangars, and the airport board took its first look. The board just checks whether the site fits the master plan; Planning and Zoning handles the fine print, and the FAA still has to sign off on height and safety.
Extended park hours under city manager flexibility
Ordinance 754-26 removes the fixed sunrise-to-10-p.m. standard, letting the city manager adjust park hours — welcomed by evening pickleball and basketball players in the summer heat, but some councilors worried about noise near homes and police input on crime.
Consolidated Fee Schedule Update
Updated fees for the library, Para Club, and Horseshoe Bend are headed to publication, but council wants a cheaper and better-defined resident pass for Horseshoe Bend and is still sorting out whether Para Club rates unfairly compete with the Elks Club and other venues.
Tan Arena Project Rezoning
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended the 'Swiss cheese' rezoning option — about 75 acres carved out of an 80-acre parcel — for the Tan Arena project, avoiding a lengthy general plan amendment.
Rural and Reservation Outreach / Bookmobile Service
Board members raised the idea of extending library service to the reservation and Kaibeto, which currently has no bookmobile coverage. The library is seeking a grant for a small van to resume monthly storytime visits suspended since COVID.
Big Water Fire Mutual Aid Agreement
Page and Big Water can now formally help each other fight fires. An EMS/ambulance version is still being drafted.
State Legislative Update and Rural Funding Risks
Lobbyist Tom Dorn warned the still-unfinished state budget could sweep rural road and water money (HURF, WIFA), while Page seeks $6.6 million for North Lake Powell Boulevard utilities and $3 million for a South Boulevard roundabout.
Premium Builders Development Agreement
The Jared Edwards project got final approval: city goes out to bid on the infrastructure and reimburses the developer up to about $1.5 million, with all overrun risk on the developer.
Land Sale Revenue and Buyback Practices
After several high-profile land sales that raised eyebrows about speed and transparency, council agreed to have staff walk everyone through how the process works — with possible improvements down the road.
Tan Arena luxury hotel rezone
The luxury hotel project's minor general plan amendment and rezone goes before Planning and Zoning on June 2. The public can weigh in by contacting Director Sylvia Shaffer or attending the meeting.
New Loves fueling station and RV park
Construction is underway across from the Marriott for a Loves station — cars and RVs only, no big trucks — plus a small RV park, accessed off an extended Clubhouse Drive with left turns both directions.
Gentara $2M infrastructure request
Gentara (college workforce housing) is seeking ~$2M for streets, sidewalks, and utilities near the college. Council kept it in the budget but renamed it 'council-directed infrastructure' and insisted no spending without a formal presentation.
Airport Landing Fees
Page Municipal Airport is one of the few in the country with no landing fees. Councilor Hammond wants to explore a fee program to build a reserve for airport upgrades that could boost the local economy — two council members showed interest so far.
North Rim Rebuild
The House unanimously passed Rep. Eli Crane's amendment to expedite recovery after the White Sage fire, as part of the 2026 Farm Bill — a positive step for Page, Fredonia, and the Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians.