Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Prescott Valley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities with high priority
Telecommunications Leases at Pronghorn Park and Public Works Yard
A proposal to replace a park light pole at Pronghorn Park with a cellular antenna pole serving AT&T. Most of the 38 residents at a community meeting opposed it, and five of six public speakers objected, citing views, property values, health, and noise. No vote was taken; alternative sites are being demanded.
Water Conservation Strategic Plan
The town's consultant recommends an enhanced conservation program costing about $400,000–$500,000 a year to save 2,000–2,500 acre-feet annually — roughly 70,500 acre-feet projected demand by the out-years vs. nearly 8,000 under status quo. It will feed into the upcoming water rate review.
Effluent Recharge Expansion and PFAS Concerns
The town will spend $659,358 testing whether special infiltration technology can help stormwater soak into the town's clay-rich soils instead of causing flooding and erosion — protecting the aquifer and downstream neighborhoods. The two-year study happens at the Pronghorn 21 development.
Windsong Drive/Yavapai Road water line improvements
A new eight-inch water line will loop a neighborhood currently served by small, dead-end mains, adding two fire hydrants — including one near the Life Flight ambulance station at Valley Road and Yavapai. Yavapai Road will close to through traffic during the 90-day construction, so businesses there will deal with access changes.
Big Chino Water Ranch and regional water supply
After 15+ years, the Big Chino Water Ranch — the region's planned import source — is in final model calibration. The town warns the pipeline and infrastructure will carry a very large price tag and existing residents will likely bear part of the cost.
Viewpoint Drive sewer erosion repair
Storm erosion carved four to five feet of bank away under Viewpoint Drive, leaving two sewer lines exposed. The council is paying CivilTech $17,958 to design a fix, with construction to follow as a change order.