26-1906: Minutes of the Economic Development and the Arts Subcommittee Meeting

Description

Minutes of the Economic Development and the Arts Subcommittee Meeting

Summary

The June 10, 2026 Phoenix City Council Economic Development and the Arts Subcommittee meeting addressed proposed policy, city programs, and technology initiatives. The subcommittee unanimously approved prior minutes and consent items involving redevelopment authorization and Greater Phoenix Economic Council funding. Staff presented research for a possible mandatory Art in Private Development ordinance affecting commercial and mixed-use projects. Options include tiered valuation thresholds, a one-percent on-site art requirement, or in-lieu payments, potentially directed to neighborhood-based funds; further outreach and legal review are planned. The meeting also covered workforce training, major-event results, and Smart City projects involving water monitoring, AI, accessibility, permitting, recycling, and traffic management.