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Supportive (12)Opposed (2)Concerned (4)Neutral (3)

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Public comments
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Last 30 days
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Last discussed Sep 10, 2026.

Public comments (27)

OpposedUnidentified Resident (Mr. Amorosi)Sep 10, 2026

Criticized previous high-density student housing decisions and raised neighborhood character concerns.

Regular City Council Meeting — September 10, 2026 · 48:30 →
OpposedMike WalbornSep 10, 2026

Argued against granting easement variances when immediate neighbors object and warned of de facto lot subdivision.

Regular City Council Meeting — September 10, 2026 · 1:33:02 →
ConcernedPhil AmorosiAug 31, 2026

Cautioned against inappropriate student housing projects on narrow neighborhood streets.

Regular City Council Meeting — August 31, 2026 · 1:22:13 →
NeutralPriyasha VanharaJun 25, 2026

Requested improved digital public records and integrated data platforms to ease small business due diligence and compliance.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 25, 2026 · 21:58 →
SupportiveJevin HodgeJun 25, 2026

Delivered public testimony honoring outgoing Councilmember Bernetta Hodge for her historic service and advocacy.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 25, 2026 · 1:37:45 →
ConcernedKim Gaffney LozaJun 11, 2026

Raised concerns about the history of the Tempe Oasis property and requested better landscaping and community notification.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 11, 2026 · 43:01 →
SupportiveChris PlittJun 4, 2026

Expressed strong support for The Marshall on Spence project to meet housing demand.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 4, 2026 · 32:51 →
SupportiveWilliam RodriguezJun 4, 2026

Supported the Marshall and Spence project as good infill housing near campus.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 4, 2026 · 52:35 →
SupportivePeter MainesJun 4, 2026

Expressed support for dense housing and reduced parking requirements.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 4, 2026 · 54:29 →
SupportiveDarlene JusticeJun 4, 2026

Praised the council's leadership, historic preservation efforts, and community progress.

Regular City Council Meeting — June 4, 2026 · 1:37:04 →
SupportiveMelinda Morrison GulickMay 14, 2026

Spoke in strong support of including child care funding in the proposed half-cent sales tax.

Regular City Council Meeting — May 14, 2026 · 47:17 →
SupportiveBrianna ViettaMay 14, 2026

Urged the council to support the Tempe Pre child care funding portion of the half-cent sales tax.

Regular City Council Meeting — May 14, 2026 · 59:00 →
SupportiveChelsea BruegermanMay 14, 2026

Expressed strong support for investing in early childhood education and child care assistance.

Regular City Council Meeting — May 14, 2026 · 1:01:32 →
SupportiveBen PollittMay 14, 2026

Shared personal experiences with child care costs and preschool speech therapy for his son.

Regular City Council Meeting — May 14, 2026 · 1:04:53 →
ConcernedRob MooreMay 14, 2026

Expressed concerns about the Legend City District project replacing an architecturally significant SRP building.

Regular City Council Meeting — May 14, 2026 · 5:32:20 →
SupportiveElba QuinteroApr 30, 2026

Thanked the city council for supporting the Shalimar neighborhood.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 50:39 →
ConcernedBruce GoldthorpeApr 30, 2026

Expressed concern over potential high-density housing at the former Shalimar golf course and increased traffic.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 34:35 →
ConcernedEvan RogersApr 30, 2026

Urged the council to preserve open space at Shalimar and protect local wildlife habitat.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 38:03 →
ConcernedSarah PetersonApr 30, 2026

Urged preservation of the former Shalimar golf course green space to combat urban heat island effects.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 53:12 →
ConcernedAnne LeCureApr 30, 2026

Described the loss of community life since the closure of the Shalimar golf course and invited residents to a neighborhood walk.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 55:41 →
OpposedCarolyn NelsonApr 30, 2026

Urged preservation of Shalimar green space and opposed high-density housing.

Regular City Council Meeting — April 30, 2026 · 59:05 →
SupportiveJenna Lynn GrineoMar 26, 2026

Urged the city to continue opposing state preemptive legislation that overrides local governance and historic preservation.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 26, 2026 · 21:28 →
NeutralRobert TienyMar 26, 2026

Urged the city to act as a neutral mediator to help resolve the vacant Shilmar Golf Course impasse using city bond funds and community input.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 26, 2026 · 24:52 →
NeutralAndrew GoodenMar 26, 2026

Suggested adding pedestrian staircases near the Rio Salado waterfront to improve access and reduce erosion.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 26, 2026 · 1:33:02 →
ConcernedTim PalmerMar 5, 2026

Expressed dissatisfaction with traffic safety and law enforcement presence along Mill Avenue.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 5, 2026 · 40:07 →
SupportivePeter KovacsMar 5, 2026

Announced upcoming cultural and historical events celebrating Hungarian heritage.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 5, 2026 · 42:44 →
SupportiveNoah James MarkhamMar 5, 2026

Voiced support for youth involvement on the Commission on Disability Concerns.

Regular City Council Meeting — March 5, 2026 · 56:51 →

News & external sources (9)

Arizona MirrorOct 22, 2026

Commentary: We beat one data center in Pinal County. Here’s what rural Arizona wants next.

We’re in the midst of a data center boom, with 160 data centers in Arizona alone. At the same time, temperatures and utility bills have skyrocketed, with many Arizonans struggling to afford to cool their homes. Tech companies want us to believe we’re...

KTAR News 92.3 FMSep 7, 2026

Tempe developing first-of-its-kind dementia- and age-friendly park within Kiwanis Park

Tempe developing first-of-its-kind dementia- and age-friendly park within Kiwanis Park KTAR News 92.3 FM

KTAR News 92.3 FMJul 26, 2026

Demolition of Food City in Tempe makes way for affordable housing, grocery development

Demolition of Food City in Tempe makes way for affordable housing, grocery development KTAR News 92.3 FM

Arizona Commerce AuthorityApr 21, 2026

Syenta Announces Facility In Tempe, Bringing Its Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Technology To The U.S.

Syenta Announces Facility In Tempe, Bringing Its Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Technology To The U.S. Arizona Commerce Authority

Arizona Foothills MagazineMar 2, 2026

Sky-High Living Happens with the Sky Terrace Collection in Tempe

Sky-High Living Happens with the Sky Terrace Collection in Tempe Arizona Foothills Magazine

azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicDec 30, 2025

Lakeside towers, redeveloped Danelle Plaza to reshape Tempe in 2026

Lakeside towers, redeveloped Danelle Plaza to reshape Tempe in 2026 azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic

The State PressNov 24, 2025

New Tempe development to bring affordable housing, a grocery store

New Tempe development to bring affordable housing, a grocery store The State Press

12NewsNov 20, 2025

Vacant Food City in Tempe approved for 400-unit housing complex

Vacant Food City in Tempe approved for 400-unit housing complex 12News

12NewsJun 2, 2022

Tempe City Council OKs moving forward in talks on Coyotes arena

Tempe City Council OKs moving forward in talks on Coyotes arena 12News