Globe local news summary

‘Broad Works’ Renovation Plans Unveiled for Michaelson Building

City Accepts $1 Million ADOT Grant for Broad Street Sidewalks

Council Approves $185,000 to Outfit New Patrol Trucks

Public Works Details Plan to Eliminate Common Sewer Lines

City Manager Confirms Senior Center is Secure Amid Rumors

County Rejects Low Bid for Road Project, Citing Past Performance

County Boosts Contract for Jail Nurse Staffing Amid Shortage

Supervisors Support Naming Highway Section for Former Leader L.F. Quinn

‘Broad Works’ Renovation Plans Unveiled for Michaelson Building

GLOBE – The City Council was presented with detailed renderings and plans for the renovation of the historic Michaelson Building on Broad Street. Architects from GH2 showcased a vision for the dormant building to become a modern business incubator and co-working space named "Broad Works." The project, a partnership between the City of Globe and Gila County, aims to create a vital anchor for South Broad Street. Plans for the 8,000-square-foot building include private offices, open workstations, conference rooms, podcast studios, a ground-floor retail space, and a unique "learning stairs" area for presentations and collaboration. The design intends to preserve historic features while introducing modern functionality to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses.

City Accepts $1 Million ADOT Grant for Broad Street Sidewalks

GLOBE – The long-awaited Broad Street sidewalks project is moving forward after the council voted to accept a grant for $1,038,243 from the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). The federal funds, administered through ADOT's Transportation Alternatives Program, are designated for the construction phase of the project, which will focus on sidewalk repair and replacement between Cedar and Mesquite Streets, with an additional section between Yuma and Haskins. The city will provide a local match of just under $63,000. Officials hope construction can begin in the spring and be completed by the end of the fiscal year on June 30.

Council Approves $185,000 to Outfit New Patrol Trucks

GLOBE – The city's police fleet will soon be upgraded after the council approved an expenditure of $184,725 to outfit five new Ford F-150 patrol vehicles. The contract was awarded to a vehicle outfitting service for the installation of essential equipment, including lights, sirens, radios, and other internal hardware. Chief Dale Walters noted that two of the vehicles have already been delivered, with the remaining three expected soon. The department also plans to experiment with new "ghost markings" on at least one of the vehicles, a less-visible design that enhances visibility only when struck by light, aiding in traffic enforcement.

Public Works Details Plan to Eliminate Common Sewer Lines

GLOBE – Following numerous projects addressing sewer issues, the Public Works department presented an overview of its ongoing program to eliminate "common sewer lines." These outdated connections, where multiple homes share a single lateral line to the city main, are a frequent source of backups and resident complaints. The city has established a program to identify and separate these lines at the city's expense, giving each home its own dedicated connection. The process is prioritized based on the severity of issues. Recent and upcoming elimination projects include those on Hackney Avenue, Bailey Street, and Alpine Drive. Officials also reminded the public that "flushable" wipes do not break down and are a primary cause of system-wide clogs.

City Manager Confirms Senior Center is Secure Amid Rumors

GLOBE – During the call to the public, a resident expressed concern over rumors that local senior centers, including Globe's, might be shutting down. In response, City Manager Paul Jepson took a moment to assure the council and the public that the Globe Senior Center is not in jeopardy. "We have nothing on our radar that would hurt or impede the running of our senior center," Jepson stated. He confirmed the facility is fully funded and that the city is committed to keeping it open, noting that Globe could fund it independently if necessary.

County Rejects Low Bid for Road Project, Citing Past Performance

GILA COUNTY - In a rare move, the Gila County Board of Supervisors rejected the lowest bid for the Gibson Ranch Roadway Improvement Project, awarding the contract to the second-lowest bidder due to dissatisfaction with the low bidder's previous work. The board voted to award the nearly $1.4 million contract (including contingency) to Action Direct LLC, despite their bid being approximately $359,000 higher than that of Cactus Asphalt. Supervisor Tim Humphrey cited Cactus Asphalt’s "horrible" work on the Gila Road project as the primary reason for his opposition, a sentiment echoed by his fellow supervisors. Public Works staff assured the board that new safeguards, such as requiring test strips and stricter lane-opening approvals, would be implemented for the Gibson Ranch project to ensure quality control.

County Boosts Contract for Jail Nurse Staffing Amid Shortage

GILA COUNTY - The Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to increase the contract with a healthcare staffing agency to a maximum of $120,000 to ensure the county jail has adequate nursing staff. A Sheriff's Office official explained that the jail is required to have a minimum of four nurses on staff but is currently down to three due to a recent departure. The contract provides temporary nurses to fill vacancies and keep the jail in compliance with staffing mandates, highlighting the high demand and competitive market for medical professionals.

Supervisors Support Naming Highway Section for Former Leader L.F. Quinn

GILA COUNTY - A portion of Arizona State Route 77 between Globe and Winkelman will likely be named the "L.F. Quinn Memorial Highway," following a proclamation of support from the Board of Supervisors. Lester F. Quinn was a prominent public servant and businessman in the Globe-Miami area who served seven terms as a Gila County Supervisor between 1935 and 1949. Among his many contributions, Quinn was instrumental in securing improvements and state maintenance for SR 77. The proclamation formally supports a petition to the Arizona State Board on Geographic and Historic Names to officially designate the highway in his honor.

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