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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Buckeye public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Merit Buckeye Cotton Gin Industrial Rezone
A 138-acre agricultural property south of Baseline and Turner roads is set to become light industrial, clearing the path for future warehouses or manufacturing facilities that will bring jobs to the area.
Property Maintenance Code and Enforcement Standards
The city established a dedicated Property Maintenance Code under Chapter 26, setting clear standards and fine schedules for property upkeep. This helps combat blight and keeps neighborhoods safe and clean.
Airport Master Plan and Future Expansion
The city approved a development agreement to build twelve new executive box hangars at the Buckeye Municipal Airport, aiming to clear a waiting list of over 70 people and spark further economic growth.
10-Year General Plan Update Kickoff
The city is beginning the multi-year process of updating its comprehensive General Plan, with consultant interviews starting this week.
City Hall Facilities Planning
The city is evaluating how to handle future growth and office space needs. Instead of building a new, expensive City Hall, the city is looking at a 'hub-and-spoke' model to provide services in different parts of town.
Grand View Buckeye Master Plan and Annexation
The city approved a massive 1,919-acre annexation and master plan for an industrial mega-site, including a 25-year development agreement that sets infrastructure reimbursement rules.
Project H2O Stipulation Modification for Data Centers
The city modified zoning conditions on a 158-acre industrial property near SR-85, lifting a restriction limited to hydrogen production so the land can be developed for general industrial and potentially a data center campus.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Five-Year Consolidated Plan
Buckeye is transitioning from county-administered CDBG funds to a direct HUD entitlement city, doubling expected federal funds to about $500,000 annually. The city is gathering resident input to build a five-year consolidated plan for local housing and infrastructure projects.
Planned Development Vote
Buckeye City Council just voted 6-1 to approve a brand new development, completely ignoring major pushback from local retirees. If you live nearby, this means big changes are coming to your neighborhood's traffic and landscape.