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Historic Preservation Board

Saturday, January 10, 2026 · 9:00 AM AM · Alston House 453 N Pima, Mesa, AZ

TL;DR

The Historic Preservation Board held a full-day meeting to review 2025 accomplishments and plan 2026-2027 priorities, including updates on historic landmarks, districts, and community outreach. The board discussed their legal authority under city code, toured the Washington-Escobedo neighborhood, and set goals for the upcoming year. No formal votes on major decisions were taken during this planning and educational session.

Key Decisions

  • 2026-2027 Historic Preservation Goals Discussed and identified
Agenda PDF Minutes PDF

Agenda

  1. Call meeting to order.
  2. Guest Introductions*
  3. Staff Presentations, Part 1
  4. 3-a Presentation and discussion on the Mesa Historic Preservation Office 2025 accomplishments
    HP Presentation
  5. Presentation and discussion on the Arizona Open Meeting Law
  6. Presentation and discussion on role, powers, and duties of the Historic Preservation Board as outlined within the Mesa City Code, Mesa Zoning Ordinance, and Historic Preservation Bylaws
  7. Break
  8. Staff Presentations, Part 2
  9. Presentation and discussion on Historic Preservation Project Updates, including, but not limited to, city projects, historic landmarks and historic districts, archaeology, text amendments, and design guidelines
  10. Presentation and discussion on the 2026 Historic Preservation Workplan, including, but not limited to, cultural resources review, GIS maps, historic landmarks and historic districts, student art & essay contest, archaeology, and community / stakeholder outreach
  11. Field Trip to tour the Washington-Escobedo neighborhood *
  12. Lunch Break
  13. Discussion Items
  14. Identify and discuss Historic Preservation Board goals for 2026-2027
  15. Items from citizens present **
  16. Adjournment.
  17. * These items are for Board discussion only - no Board action will be taken on the items. ** The public may address the Board on any item. The Arizona Open Meeting Law (ARS § 38-431 et seq.) limits the Historic Preservation Board to discussing only those matters specifically listed on the agenda. The City of Mesa is committed to making its public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. For special accommodations, please contact the City Manager's Office at (480) 644-3333 or AzRelay 7-1-1 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Si necesita asistencia o servicio de interpretación en Español, comuníquese con la Ciudad al menos 48 horas antes de la reunion al 480-644-2767.