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The Casa Grande Community Services Department is committed to developing a high quality, comprehensive park system with events for all residents that contribute to local quality of life
The Master Plan will serve as a future roadmap on how to best meet the needs of the Casa Grande community for the next 10 to 15 years through proactive, innovative strategies and operational policies The future vision requires extensive community engagement to learn how residents want to connect to others, nature and the community.
To learn more about this process, please view project information, completed technical reports and final documents online.
Parks | Recreation | Library | Golf | Senior Services
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Th av Ca fin 51 CI (5 CI (5 CI (5 CI (5 CO (5 EC (5 FI (5 FI (5 H (5 PL (520) 421 8637 | planning@casagrandeaz.gov POLICE (520) 421 8700 | police@casagrandeaz gov PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE (520) 421 8600 | pio@casagrandeaz gov PUBLIC WORKS (520) 421 8625 | publicworks@casagrandeaz.gov This report is a summary of the unaudited financial activities of City funds reported in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) It contains information only from selected funds. The CAFR contains more detailed information and outlines the financial position and operating activities of the City annually. These financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U S (GAAP) for local governments as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) CONTACTS Report Issues (potholes, graffiti, illegal dumping, code violations, etc ) to the City at: SeeClickFix November Is "National Native American Heritage Month" P A G E 3
MAYOR
Change has become the new normal as paradigm shifts continue to ripple through communities and industries. Yet, the City of Casa Grande has managed to sustain tremendous growth in the local economy through strategic planning, ingenuity and forward thinking.
While new companies like Kohler, Texas Roadhouse and Best Western Plus have chosen to make Casa Grande their home, others like Lucid are expanding their footprint deeper into the community, creating the potential for tens of thousands more jobs.
Grit, determination and perseverance continue to serve as indelible earmarks of our great community helping to ensure countless opportunities in the horizon.
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for Council meetings at City Hall, every first and third Monday at 7 p m Meetings held Tuesdays when coinciding with a City holiday
CITY COUNCIL
CAPITOL
DICK POWELL | Mayor Pro Tempore
Powell has served for 25 years He owned and operated his historic Casa Grande store for more than 50 years and is married with four children.
MATT HERMAN | Councilmember
Herman has served for 14 years and is current City Council Liaison to the Casa Grande Youth Commission He is a 3rd generation business owner and married with 2 daughters
LISA FITZGIBBONS | Councilmember
Fitzgibbons has served for 12 years. She is the Director of Marketing and Business Development for Fitzgibbons Law Offices and is married with 3 daughters.
DONNA MCBRIDE | Councilmember
McBride has served for 5 years and currently works as Program Administrator II and Public Information Officer for Pinal County Juvenile Court. She is married with 2 sons and 3 grandchildren.
ROBERT HUDDLESTON | Mayor Pro Tempore
Huddleston has served for 3 years. He is a 33 year veteran of the Casa Grande Police Department, former Police Chief and currently serves as Judge Pro Tem for the Pinal County Courts System. He is happily married.
JEFF LAVENDER | Councilmember
Lavender is the newest Councilmember with 2 years of service. He currently serves as the principal of local Villago Middle School. He is married with three adult children and one grandson.
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Clean and safe neighborhoods form the foundational elements for quality of life in Casa Grande That is why the City continues to prioritize and financially invest into blight removal to clean and improve local streets and neighborhoods Still, the City cannot do it alone and encourages residents to show their community pride by joining ongoing efforts.
QUALITY OF LIFE
VIDEO | Councilmember Jeff Lavender delivers report
The Project Tidy Up program recognizes homeowners that make significant strives toward improving and maintaining a beautiful, code violation free home. Each quarter, 12 lucky homeowners receive a letter of thanks and recognition and are entered into a drawing for a FREE giveaway.
The Keep Casa Grande Beautiful initiative allows residents, businesses and organizations to Adopt A Street and actively participate in enhancing the overall appearance of Casa Grande. Groups adopt a street in one-mile segments and agree to remove trash/debris a minimum of two times per year for at least a two-year period.
Constructing and improving community infrastructure and facilities are also important. Join the conversation. Residents can make their voices heard by providing thoughtful input into the Master Plan Update for the City Municipal Airport and Community Services Strategic Master Plan, which are both currently underway
Watch City Councilmember Jeff Lavender talk more about City efforts to improve Quality of Life for Casa Grande families and more. Get involved today!
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Strategic Plan Update
View in its entirety at: CasaGrandeAZ.gov/strategic plans.
HEALTHY & SAFE COMMUNITY
VIDEO | Councilmember Donna McBride delivers full report Cameras help to protect both our citizens and officers Every Officer is now outfitted with a body worn camera and has received specific training on its proper use. Police have answered nearly 45,000 calls and Fire Fighters have responded to 21,860. Please to thank these hard working stewards next time you see them.
MARKETING
Providing diverse avenues to help residents become informed is important The City continues to expand live stream coverage of major meetings and events on YouTube and Facebook and distributes service and program updates through NextDoor, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and email blasts. Residents can also report an issue directly through SeeClickFix. Get connected!
A destination marketing partnership with Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce will soon help to extend brand awareness of the community's best qualities far beyond City boundaries to lure visitors, tourists and even greater opportunities our way
EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Staff continues to collaborate with local institutions like Central Arizona College, Drive 48 and Build Your Future AZ to establish and promote construction and other trades programs within Casa Grande & Pinal County
The City also continues its successful partnership with Achieve Pinal 3rd grade reading program for local students, the Mayor's Reading Program with youngsters and hosting several high school and college students as summer interns throughout City Departments to learn more about civic duties and services
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Public Safety runs in the family for these two brothers
Family recreation and fun at youth soccer game
City staff getting briefed at Drive
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ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES
VIDEO | Councilmember Lisa Navarro Fitzgibbons delivers full report
From manufacturing to logistics, companies are choosing Casa Grande to expand and call home The City has welcomed newcomers like Rili B’s Taco Shop, Salad and Go, Firestone, Rosati’s Pizza and more
The City is also rising to meet infrastructure needs spurred by growth which now includes public transit service on the horizon The I 10 freeway expansion and widening project is now on par with funding to begin construction in the very near future
For more, visit the Economic Development Department online
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY
VIDEO | Councilmember Matt Herman delivers full report
The City remains accountable to its residents
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City for its annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year ending on June 30, 2020 It is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management
Please be sure to check out the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report online
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Tax Dollars at Work The City is committed to remaining fiscally responsible and accountable to our residents, while embracing creative ways to do business more efficiently and effectively By the Numbers BUILDING ACTIVITY PLANNING & DEV REVIEWS CODE ENFORCEMENT Home Permits + 180% Residential Builders 17 (No Change) Valuation of Construction + 83% (All Permits) Land Use Applications 174 (No Change) Cases 4,343 (No Change) P A G E 9 P A F R | F I S C A L Y E A R 2 0 2 1 $468,378,142 TOTAL CONSTRUCTION VALUATION 2,149 VICTIMS SERVED BY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 52,716 ROUNDS OF GOLF PLAYED (18-HOLES) 24,710 SENIOR MEALS PROVIDED 100,578 PARKS AND RECREATION ATTENDANCE 1.83 BILLION GALLONS OF WASTEWATER TREATED 1.89 MILLION CITY FLEET MILES 57,440 VISITS TO BOTH LIBRARY BRANCHES 5:36 AVERAGE MINUTES POLICE RESPONSE TIME 502,636 FEET OF PAVING STRIPING ON CITY STREETS 44,497 CALLS FOR SERVICE TO POLICE DEPT 21,860 FIRE DEPT RESPONSES
Annual Budget
PROCESS & TIMELINE
The annual budget process is an ongoing effort that combines the input of citizens, direction by the Mayor and City Council and recommendations by City Staff This multi faceted approach is key to ensure the needs of the community are met Citizens are always encouraged to participate in this critical process
City Sales Tax Property Tax
In fiscal year 2021, total local sales tax collections by the City equaled $34,654,410 which is $6,003,842 more than the $28,650,568 reported in fiscal year 2020 The increase in sales tax revenue is attributed to one time revenues and continued growth in the Casa Grande local economy which was driven by increased commercial and residential construction, new business and consumer spending
Casa Grande residents experienced a slight decrease in their primary property tax rate during fiscal year 2021 The primary property tax rate decreased from 1 0606 to 1 0598 per $100 of net assessed value The secondary property tax rate remained unchanged at 2752 The combined property tax rate is 1 3350 decreasing from 1 3358 Compared to three nearby cities in Pinal County, Casa Grande residents continue to have one of the lowest property tax rates in the region
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OTHER FUNDS
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Special Revenue Funds
Revenue: $14,668,839 Expenses: $11,837,110
The City maintains 20 special funds including funds for the airport, streets, park development, senior services, court and housing. The uses and limitations of each are specified by City ordinance or federal/state statute.
nternal Service Funds
Revenue: $4,008,895 Expenses: $4,984,296
These funds reflect activities in which the City is the customer. Fleet services, facilities maintenance and risk management are the City’s three internal service funds that account for vehicle maintenance, facilities services to City departments and for insurance and risk management costs
Debt Service Funds
Revenue: $1,183,155 Expenses: $4,527,404
These funds account for the accumulation of resources to pay general obligation longterm debt principal, interest and related costs
Enterprise Funds
Revenue: $21,441,392 Expenses: $16,872,473
Capital Project Funds
Revenue: $20,890,449 Expenses: $ 3,871,850
These funds account for operations financed/operated like a private business enterprise Public Service costs are financed or recovered mostly thru user charges. The City maintains separate enterprise funds for water, wastewater, sanitation and golf course.
* Revenues and expenditures listed above do not include transfers
REVENUE & EXPENSES
Government Funds Overview
The total expenditures for the City, excluding transfers for FY2021, was $85,868,639 Of that total, 51% or $43,775,507 was for General Fund Use Other government funds are created to account for specific activities and include special revenue funds, internal service funds, capital projects and enterprise funds The General Fund is the primary operating fund of the City It is used to pay for the services typically associated with government such as fire and police protection, parks, recreation, planning and community development and administration
REVENUE
[GENERALFUND]
SOURCE FY2020 (audited) FY2021 (unaudited)
City Sales Tax $24,164,179 $28,242,874
Inter Governmental Revenue $16,752,887 $19,531,715
Property Tax $4,119,572 $4,481,891
Franchise Tax $2,179,117 $2,447,296
Fines $648,222 $689,740
Rental & Sale of City Property $313,708 $349,148
Charges for Service $1,714,717 $2,800,968
Investment Earnings $1,092,499 $(60,255)
Contribution
License
$2,467 $80,243
$1,882,270 $4,475,203
$316,702 $92,726
EXPENDITURES
[GENERALFUND]
SOURCE FY2020 (audited) FY2021 (unaudited)
Animal Control $340,082 $394,602
Communications $1,289,983 $1,846,611
Court $622,681 $605,201
Culture & Rec $6,798,469 $5,860,493
Fire** $7,780,765 $10,431,005
General Gov't* $7,863,597 $7,677,716
Other $42,840 $21,282
Planning
Economic
$2,221,470 $2,119,362
Police** $9,972,852 $13,784,673
$1,043,202 $1,034,563
GRAND
$53,186,340 $63,131,549
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& Donations
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Miscellaneous
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Public Works
*Includes:CityManager,Attorney,Clerk/Finance/IT,Human Resources,Mayor&Council **CaresAct(SpecialRevenue)fundsaccountsforthedecrease inFY20 GRAND TOTAL: $37,975,939 $43,775,507
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Accolades Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year ending 2020 GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year ending 2020 GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION 2021 Outstanding Library Service Award (Ella Kubrick) & Outstanding Youth Services Librarian Award (Julie Martinez Lash) ARIZONA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION 2021 Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA Award (15th year and counting) ARIZONA STATE DEPT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT 2021 Leaders of the Year for Growing Economy (City Council) ARIZONA CAPITOL TIMES Greatest of the Grande - Best Top 3 Police Officers (Phillip Garcia, Brandon Garcia & El Lujan) CASA GRANDE DISPATCH Greatest of the Grande - Best Top 3 Fire Fighters (Scott Pieper, Matthew Farmer & Kyle Wright) CASA GRANDE DISPATCH Greatest of the Grande - Best Top 3 Gym + Golf Course CASA GRANDE DISPATCH Economic Development Organization of the Year Award (50K – 100K population) - AARIZONA ASSOCIATION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2021 John J. DeBolske Professional Excellence Award (Larry Rains, City Manager) ARIZONA CITY/COUNTY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION Oct28 | Halloween HarvestFestival Nov8 | ElectionDay, SpecialCity BondElection Dec3 | Pictureswith Santa,Electric Light Parade 2022 | ActOneCultural Pass Checkout2 passesatLibrary 2022 | Fly InBreakfast LastSaturdayof eachmonth Dec12 31 | Deckthe HallsLight Tour Oct14 | Concertsinthe Nov11 Park Dec9 Oct15 | DropOffDay! FreeDump& HaulAway!
