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Jack Hastings

Councilmember2020-2030

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Term ending Dec 31, 2030.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
18
Total speaking time
34:21
Avg per meeting
1:55
Segments
893

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Filtered to Development

Top issues during term (20)(Development)

high↑Aug 2026[15]

Happy Valley Road BizTech Park

Commercial development adding employment capacity and business spaces to north Surprise.

high↑Feb 2025[12]

FY26 Community Development Department Overview and Growth Trends

Department generated approximately $15.9 million in revenue through permit fees, administrative fees, plan reviews, and entitlement fees during fiscal year 26.

high↑Aug 2025[12]

Commission Reorganization into Two Boards

None directly from the discussion, though staffing resources for two separate commissions were reviewed.

high↑Jan 2025[11]

Prasada East Commercial Infrastructure Agreement

None immediate, though future transportation infrastructure adjustments may be needed.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Development Agreements and Infrastructure in District 1

Involves developer commitments and municipal infrastructure provisions.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

FY26 Community Development Department Annual Update

Generated approximately $15.9 million in total department revenue during FY26 from permit, plan review, and entitlement fees.

high↓Aug 2026[6]

Greer Ranch Commercial Center Development

Private commercial investment that will expand retail and service options in the Greer Ranch area.

medium↓Jul 2026[5]

Zaxby's Commercial Development on 163rd and Pinnacle Peak

Ongoing commercial development adds future economic activity and expands local dining choices.

medium↓Aug 2025[4]

Valvoline Oil Change Facility Development in Asante Marketplace

While this project has no immediate direct financial impact, ongoing commercial development contributes to future municipal revenues and service demands.

high↓Jan 2025[2]

Surprise 295 Annexation (Case FS24-0623)

Developer funds all required infrastructure improvements without city financial burden.

high↓Mar 2025[2]

Library Advocacy and Community Partnerships

Nominal costs associated with staff and commissioner conference travel.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

New Police Substation Public Art Installation

Approximately $165,000 allocated from the Municipal Arts Fund Capital Improvement Projects Fund.

critical↓Apr 2025[2]

PY2025 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan

Allocates approximately $748,125 in CDBG funds and $207,649 in HOME funds for local projects.

medium↓Mar 2025[1]

Interactive Public Notice GIS Mapping

Absorbed within existing staffing and GIS department resources.

medium↓Feb 2025[1]

Chipotle Restaurant Development at Litchfield and Waddell

Private commercial investment in the Marley Park area that will generate local sales and construction tax revenue.

medium↓Oct 2025[1]

Surprise City Center Signage and Mobile Letter Display

Signage is privately funded by the developer.

low↓Jul 2025[1]

Commercial Signage Deviation for Tricolor Auto AZ

None.

medium↓Oct 2025[1]

OneAZ Credit Union Development at Cactus and Sarival

Generates ongoing commercial construction and future municipal tax revenues.

high↓Aug 2025[1]

Division of Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission

None directly from the discussion, though staffing resources for two separate commissions were reviewed.

high↓Dec 2025[1]

Future SACAC Commissioner Appointment Criteria

None.

Decisions during term (14)

Recorded while Hastings was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approvedSep 1, 2026

Resolution 2026-118 - Alexandria Way Development Agreement

approvedAug 4, 2026

Broadstone Ranch Pre-Annexation Development Agreement Fifth Amendment

approvedAug 4, 2026

Surprise 160 Development Agreement

approvedAug 4, 2026

Buena Vista Ranch Development Agreement

approvedAug 4, 2026

District 1 Consideration and action pertaining to approval of the Surprise 160 Development Agreement; Resolution 2026-81.

approved5-0Jun 18, 2026

Internal Consideration and action to approve or disapprove the May 21, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes. Community Development

approvedVoted yes7-0Jun 2, 2026

First Amendment to Nobella Surprise Development Agreement

approvedMay 5, 2026

Consideration and action pertaining to Amendment No. 2 to the Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County for Workforce Development Services; Resolution 2026-53.

approvedMay 5, 2026

Resolution 2026-74 – Assignment and Assumption of Pre-Annexation Development Agreement and Addendum (Route 14 Investment Partners LLC to Waymo LLC)

approvedMay 5, 2026

Resolution 2026-75 – Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement (Route 14 Investment Partners LLC to Waymo LLC)

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Citywide Consideration and action pertaining to approval of the Community Development Block Grant Program Annual Action Plan for Program Year 2026.

approvedVoted yes6-0Feb 17, 2026

Mesquite Mountain Ranch V Development Agreement (Resolution 2026-14)

approved6-0Dec 16, 2025

Approval of Surprise 120 Development Agreement (Resolution #2025-136)

approved7-0Nov 4, 2025

Zoning Text Amendment - Residential Development Standards