Globe City Council Summary
Week of October 14, 2026
Council tables financial audit approval to review final document
City staff granted extended holiday time off
Post-flood review highlights need for full-time emergency manager
Council approves $3 million WIFA loan for creek and sewer protection
Council ratifies $122,000 contract for flood debris removal
Broad Street pedestrian safety demonstration project moving forward
Traffic study ordered for Oak and Hill street intersection
Fix expected soon for dangerous dip on Jesse Hayes Road
Besh Ba Gowah temporarily closed following water heater malfunction
Council tables financial audit approval to review final document
GLOBE, Ariz. — The Globe City Council delayed approval of the fiscal year 2024-2025 financial audit Tuesday to allow members time to review the 80-page hard copy of the document. A representative of Colby and Powell presented the audit, noting a clean, unmodified opinion for the city's financial statements and its management of $2.3 million in federal funds. However, the audit included findings regarding necessary journal entry adjustments and recommendations to address late audit submissions, establish a capitalization policy and manage departmental budget variances in the police, fire and public works departments. The council is expected to vote on the audit at its next regular meeting.
City staff granted extended holiday time off
GLOBE, Ariz. — In a move to reward employees and reduce workplace stress, the city council unanimously approved four additional paid holiday days for city staff between Christmas and New Year's. Non-essential operations will shut down from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, while public safety and on-call employees who must work during the break will accrue four additional vacation days. City Manager Paul Jepson noted that the holiday shutdown has historically been one of the most popular and appreciated benefits for city employees.
Post-flood review highlights need for full-time emergency manager
GLOBE, Ariz. — Following the Sept. 26 flooding event, local fire and emergency officials presented an after-action report recommending the creation of a full-time emergency manager position. The presentation highlighted operational challenges during the flood, including overwhelmed 911 dispatch lines, limited field communications and the need for pre-established contracts for debris removal. City Manager Paul Jepson confirmed that staff will evaluate the five-year financial forecast before the end of the year to identify funding for the dedicated public safety role.
Council approves $3 million WIFA loan for creek and sewer protection
GLOBE, Ariz. — The city council unanimously approved a resolution accepting a $3 million Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona, which includes $1.5 million in forgivable principal. The funds will serve as the local match for Natural Resources Conservation Service grants targeting Phase 3 of the city's flood mitigation efforts. The upcoming project will construct protective walls within Pinal Creek to shield embankments and the underlying city sewer line, with design plans expected in November.
Council ratifies $122,000 contract for flood debris removal
GLOBE, Ariz. — The council unanimously ratified a $122,516 contract with Viking Specialty Contracting to transport non-hazardous construction and demolition debris from the Sept. 26 flood to the Gila County landfill. City staff reported that the contractor cleared the temporary debris management site in under five days, meeting an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality deadline. The rapid completion ensures the city is eligible for a 75 percent cost reimbursement from the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs.
Broad Street pedestrian safety demonstration project moving forward
GLOBE, Ariz. — A 10-month traffic safety demonstration project on Broad Street will soon begin following the council's approval of a $68,186 contract with Speedy Striping Inc. Funded by a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant, the project will install highly visible piano-key crosswalks, flexible posts and bump-outs at major intersections between Yuma and Cottonwood streets. The temporary installations aim to test pedestrian safety improvements requested by the public before the city applies for a larger implementation grant to permanently upgrade streets across Globe's 18 square miles.
Traffic study ordered for Oak and Hill street intersection
GLOBE, Ariz. — Prompted by a severe pedestrian collision in June, the council directed staff to expedite a traffic engineering study at the intersection of Oak and Hill streets. During the public comment period, family members of the victim pleaded with the council for immediate safety enhancements, specifically requesting a stop sign to slow traffic. Council members agreed to hire an on-call contractor to analyze traffic data at the intersection, which could lead to the installation of a four-way stop.
Fix expected soon for dangerous dip on Jesse Hayes Road
GLOBE, Ariz. — Public works officials announced plans to repair a severe, hazardous roadway dip on Jesse Hayes Road near Oil Circle that has prompted the placement of temporary 15 mph speed limit signs. Engineers will evaluate the roadway this week and plan to integrate a permanent redesign into an ongoing sidewalk construction project in the area. Staff expects a design solution within two weeks and aims to have the city's contractor begin repairs within a month.
Besh Ba Gowah temporarily closed following water heater malfunction
GLOBE, Ariz. — The Besh Ba Gowah Archaeological Park and Museum is temporarily closed after a water heater malfunction flooded the building with 3 to 4 inches of water. While the facility sustained water damage to the structure, city officials confirmed that the museum's historic artifacts were completely unharmed. Insurance adjusters have already evaluated the site, and city staff plans to provide a full update on repair costs and a reopening timeline at the next council meeting.
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