Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Show Low public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Construction cost and regulatory burden concerns
Applicant Troy Lunt warned that Show Low's rules — like requiring an expensive sewer line reroute instead of a nearby tap — are pushing contractors to steer families to Snowflake and other towns. He asked the city to review these policies.
Formal performance evaluations for appointed officials
The council's yearly performance evaluations of the city manager and city attorney were on the agenda but were put off because one member was absent.
City Hall Elevator Modernization
The original 40-year-old City Hall elevator is broken and parts are nearly impossible to find. The council replaced it for about $265,732 rather than continuing piecemeal repairs.
Street light district tax levy
The property tax that pays for street and park lights stays flat for FY2027 — $300,000 at $0.1401 per $100 of assessed value, about $36 a year on a $300,000 home.