Julia Wheatley
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- Meetings spoken in
- 22
- Total speaking time
- 4:33:22
- Avg per meeting
- 12:26
- Segments
- 4925
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Top issues during term (20)
Harquahala Valley Groundwater Acquisition and Infrastructure Strategies
Any groundwater purchase plus pipelines and delivery infrastructure could mean major long-term costs, potentially reflected in future water rates and fees.
General Plan Update Process
Guides long-term municipal investments and land use patterns.
Comprehensive Utility Rate and Impact Fee Adjustments
Year one bills rise about $31/month gross for a typical water-only account using 10,000 gallons, offset by a CAGRD reimbursement worth roughly $19/month.
Parks & Recreation FY 2026-2027 Work Plan
Building and maintaining more parks costs money, and rising water prices have commissioners thinking about less turf in passive areas.
Irrigation Water Service Obligations
Could affect irrigation water rates and fees for customers on the town's irrigation system.
Water Self-Sufficiency Strategy Update
Updates involve potential adjustments to water capacity fees and resource fees impacting future growth and customers.
Transportation and Regional Connectivity
Involves future voter-approved transportation funding measures and regional capital investments.
Economic Development Strategic Plan & Downtown Growth
None anticipated.
Circle K Fuel Station and Car Wash
Private commercial investment of several million dollars by Circle K.
Animal Regulations and Agricultural Heritage Code Amendments
Grant-funded for now, so minimal direct cost to local taxpayers this year.
Sentry Storage LLC v. Town of Queen Creek Litigation
Potential litigation costs or exposure were not disclosed in open session.
Harquahala Valley Groundwater Strategies
Potential long-term financing, debt service, and utility rate implications for water customers were scheduled to be discussed privately.
Housing Diversity and Aging in Place
You could waste thousands on architectural plans if you don't check your HOA and zoning rules first.
The Union Mixed-Use Development Rezone
Generates commercial investment and new housing options in the downtown vicinity.
Town trail system
A developer has floated a public-private partnership to build park facilities, though rising maintenance and water costs are a concern.
E-Bike Safety and Community Education
Staff time and police resources dedicated to enforcement and safety education classes.
Summerwell Residences Rezone and Rental Community Proposal
Generates new rental housing and customer base for nearby businesses.
Sossaman and Germann Roads Intersection Improvements
Involves capital improvement project expenditures for intersection construction and right-of-way acquisition.
Court Services Intergovernmental Agreement
Costs under the intergovernmental agreement were not disclosed in open session.
Water Rights Agreements and Regulatory Proceedings
Involves multi-million dollar utility management and property owner reimbursement allocations.
Decisions during term (242)
Recorded while Wheatley was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of October 21, 2026 meeting minutes
Expenditures over $75,000 (FY26/27)
LG Energy Solution funding transfers
Fiber Access Agreement with City of Mesa
University of Arizona Water Festival agreement
Jinya Ramen Bar liquor license recommendation
Circle K fuel station and car wash (CUP and site plan)
Union PAD Rezone (Ordinance 899-26) continued
Resolution 1692-26 - eliminate temporary septic tank program
Street-pole banner partnership with Sons of the American Legion
Motion to adjourn into executive session
Approval of July 22, 2026 meeting minutes
Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2027
Approval of FY2026-27 Annual Work Plan priorities
Approval of 2027 regular meeting schedule
Consideration and possible approval of the July 22, 2026 Economic Development Commission meeting minutes.
Consent Agenda Approval
Consideration and possible approval of the minutes from the September 29, 2026 Special Meeting, the October 7, 2026 Special Meeting, and Regular Meeting of the Queen Creek Town Council.
Kimley Horn - Amendment 01 to Project Order 12 for additional coordination and design services for improvements to the ITS fiber network along Ocotillo, Meridian, and Riggs Roads: Additional spending authority request of $151,876. The Town…
Carahsoft Technology Corporation - Software Subscription Services: $97,726 (Information Technology / Police)
Voting record (84)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Denial of Summerwell Residences Rezone and Site Plan (Ordinance 896-26)
Expressed concern about water supply guarantees and upholding the general plan during updates.
To adjourn to executive session
Adjournment to Executive Session
To approve the Notice of Intention to increase water rate or rate components, fees or service charges setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for t
To approve the Notice of Intention setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for the public hearing to increase solid waste rates and fees.
To approve the Notice of Intention to increase water rates or rate components, fees or service charges setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for
To approve the Notice of Intention to increase water rates or rate components, fees or service charges setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for
To approve the Consent Agenda.
To approve the Public Hearing Consent Agenda.
To approve the Notice of Intention to increase water rates or rate components, fees or service charges setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for
To approve the Notice of Intention to increase water rates or rate components, fees or service charges setting the time (6:30 p.m.) and the date (November 18, 2026) and place (Community Chambers) for
Notice of Intention: New Development Water Capacity Fee
Notice of Intention: New Development Water Resource Capacity Fee
Notice of Intention: Water Rate Cost-of-Service Adjustments
Notice of Intention: Establishment of Water Resource Fee
Notice of Intention: Wastewater Rate Cost-of-Service Adjustments
Notice of Intention: Solid Waste Rates and Fees Increase
Adoption of Ordinance 895-26 (Police Department Information Systems & ALPRs)
Highlighted the proactive safeguards and accountability measures established by the ordinance.