Steven Gillespie
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- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 9:51
- Avg per meeting
- 0:54
- Segments
- 144
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Top issues during term (20)
Copper World water and environmental concerns
The town's water security and property values in affected areas are the stakes; no direct town expenditure was voted.
Recreation Center Planning
Roughly $48.6 million to build and about $800,000 a year in tax support under early estimates — though staff hope to trim that to about $650,000.
Prop 420 general plan election and data-center misinformation
The town has had a zoning code consultant under contract since early spring; cost not stated.
E-Bike and Scooter Safety Regulation
No cost estimate yet, but enforcement, education programs, signage, and possible future path improvements would carry costs.
Regional Water Supply and Aquifer Sustainability
New large water users would have to fund their own wells, pipes, and pumps — utilities said those costs won't be passed on to existing customers.
Sahuarita/Rosemont Right-of-Way Encroachment License
Financial terms of the encroachment license were not discussed publicly.
Parks & Recreation Cost Recovery Philosophy
Could raise department revenue from 7% toward the 25% national average cost recovery benchmark, easing pressure on taxpayer subsidy.
Marijuana dispensary zoning rules
No direct town cost; affects one existing dispensary business.
Phoenix Zoo wildlife conservation facility annexation
A jointly operated wastewater treatment facility with Pima County would serve the zoo property and open potential eastward town expansion.
RV parking and storage rules rewrite
Screening costs (walls, landscaping) could fall on RV owners if stricter rules pass.
Sahuarita Lake Park Project
The mandatory repairs are funded, but the $10.5 million wishlist of amenities hinges on a $2 million state grant and an $8.5 million federal grant application.
Dog Parks Plan
Minor operational changes with modest signage costs; ongoing turf maintenance evaluation continues.
Sahuarita Police Department oversight and body-camera questions
The speaker warned of a potential high-cost lawsuit against the town.
Pima County 2027 Bond
A county bond could mean higher property taxes countywide — Sahuarita wants projects in exchange.
Athletic Field Fees Rising for the First Time Since 2013
Fee increases could come gradually as the department pushes cost recovery from 6% toward 15%, though low-income families may see discounted options.
Industrial zoning code overhaul
Youth program fee concerns
Higher program fees have hit families; relief may come through income-based discounts if the ordinance is adopted.
Rules of Procedure amendments
None — this is procedural, not financial.
Budget retreat preparation
Indirect for now — this groundwork feeds into future budget decisions that will affect town spending and taxes.
Police Firearms Training Accountability
Decisions during term (119)
Recorded while Gillespie was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda
Grow In Sahuarita Grant Funding and Budget Amendment
Ordinance No. 2026-211 — E-Bikes, Scooters and Other Devices
Ordinance No. 2026-212 — Parks & Recreation Cost Recovery Philosophy
2027 Town Council Meeting Schedule
Approval of Minutes
Resolution No. 2026-0892 – Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry
Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 240047 - Nexxus Consulting, LLC
Contract No. 270005 – Psomas
Contract No. 270027 – Educational Services, LLC
Motion to enter executive session
Motion to enter executive session
Approval of Minutes - September 23, 2026
Parks & Recreation Cost Recovery Philosophy — Ordinance 2026-204
Dog Parks Plan
Motion to enter executive session
Consent agenda
Ordinance 2026-204 — dispensary state law compliance (dual licensing)
Ordinance 2026-205 — dispensary delivery allowed
Ordinance 2026-206 — dispensary floor area increased to 5,000 sq ft
Voting record (68)
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