# General plan documents — eloy-arizona

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## Land Use — 3.1 Land Use Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5995/31-Land-Use-Element
- Pages: 10
- Covers: land_use

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# 3.1 Land Use Element

### 3.1.1 GOALS
1. Provide a range of residential, employment and supportive land uses to encourage and maintain a sustainable community.
2. Maintain, update and create standards and guidelines to which developments should adhere in an effort to achieve a sustainable community.
3. Preserve aggregates sufficient for future development once they are identified.
4. Foster aggregate mining opportunities, once they are identified, while protecting the quality of life for existing and proximate residents.
5. These goals shall not be construed to effect any permitted underground storage facility or limit any person’s right to obtain a permit for an underground storage facility pursuant to A.R.S. Title 45, Chapter 3.1.

### 3.1.2 PURPOSE
The Land Use Element is the foundation upon which the other elements are based. It identifies the intent and direction for future growth. The Land Use Element serves as the focal point for goals, objectives, and policies that will be used by the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission and planning staff to generally guide and direct development. The goals outlined within this Element will help set the stage for present and future growth and shape the pattern of the City.

### 3.1.3 EXISTING CHARACTER
The General Plan designates the majority of the land within the current City limits for residential purposes. Although the lands are designated in that way, the predominant current land use is agriculture as shown on Map LU-1, Existing Land Use. There are also many areas within the City and the Planning Area that have not been developed and remain vacant in natural desert conditions.
A key factor of the existing and future development of the city is the land ownership pattern. The presence of private, state, tribal, federal and military ownership is shown on Map LU-2, Land Ownership.

There are four areas that make up the current developed area of Eloy. The first is the Downtown area, which includes the original town site known as “Cotton City Proper”. Cotton City Proper is bounded on the north by Battaglia Road, on the south by Alsdorf Road, on the east by Sunshine Boulevard and on the west by Curiel Street. The Downtown area extends to the east to Tryon Avenue and the west to Eleven Mile Corner Road which has functioned historically as the central business district. The second area is Toltec, which lies a few miles northwest of the Eloy’s historic downtown area and comprises additional community neighborhoods and freeway oriented commercial development.

The third area is North Toltec, which is bounded on the north by Cornman Road, on the south by Hanna Road, on the east by Estrella Road and on the west by Toltec Road. North Toltec consists of a mix of modular and mobile homes as well as conventional housing. The fourth area is Robson Ranch, which is bounded on the north by Hanna Road, on the south by Frontier Street, on the east by Toltec Road and on the west by Overfield Road. Robson Ranch is an age restricted, master planned community.

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### 3.1.4 DISCUSSION

**Land Use Plan**

The Eloy Land Use Plan as shown on Map LU-3, Land Use Map, includes multiple residential and non-residential land use designations. A summary of the distribution of land uses is shown on Table LU-1, Future Land Use Composition. These various land use types provide multiple options to landowners, developers and residents to encourage innovative and quality development.
Resident's needs may be met by providing a variety of housing types, costs, and sizes. In addition, the land use types outline specific requirements for retail, office, industrial and mixed-use types of developments. All of these different land uses, when planned correctly, will create a balance among housing, jobs, and services. Each residential designation includes a density range, an indication of permitted zoning, and the typical uses intended to be located within each designation.

**Land Use Designations**
All residential designations have an associated density range. When applications are submitted for any residential development that satisfies the minimum requirements of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, the project should be allowed a maximum density at the mid-point density of the range. Residential developments which exceed the minimum requirements may also be considered for increased density allowance. The following criteria should be used when reviewing applications to allow increased density:
1. Proposed development plans that provide amenities above the requirements of the zoning ordinance and or subdivision regulations (i.e. parks, pedestrian walkways, picnic areas, tot lots, covered pedestrian refuges, etc.).

2. Proposed development increases setbacks along transitional buffer areas (i.e. between commercial and lower residential land use designations).

3. Proposed development plans specify the use of larger trees than required by the Zoning Ordinance.

4. Proposed increase in density will not negatively affect adjacent lower density developments.

5. Proposed development is compatible with and exceeds the minimum design guidelines established in the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations and with the adjacent land uses.

6. Proposed development provides creative design approaches, which implement the objectives of the General Plan.

7. Consideration of the topography of the project site and assurance that the site design minimizes impacts on adjacent property.

Note: The presence of environmental characteristics such as, but not limited to geology, flooding, biology and archaeology may restrict density.

**Estate Density Residential**
**Density Range:** 1.0 du / 20.0 ac to 1.0 du / 1.0 ac
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** RR-20, RR-5, RR-2.5, R1-54, and R1-43
Uses allowed within this designation include large lot, single-family residential development. The density range, 0.05 du/ac to 1.0 du/ac (1 du/20 acres to 1 du/1 acre), is intended to portray a rural setting. Home sites within this designation should create more of an open environment. Municipal water and sewer

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connections are not required. Estate Density Residential uses may serve as a transitional land use buffer between residential uses with densities higher than 1 du/ac.

### Low Density Residential
**Density Range:** 1.0 to 3.0 du/ac
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** R1-43, R1-54, and R1-12
Uses allowed within this designation include detached, moderate-sized lot, single-family residential development. The density range (1.0 to 3.0 dwelling units per gross acre) is intended to accommodate single-family residential subdivisions with standard typical lot layouts. Development potential of properties within this designation is determined by location, access, availability of existing or proposed public facilities and utilities, existing and future land use patterns, and natural or human-made constraints.

### Medium Density Residential
**Density Range:** 3.0 to 6.0 du/ac
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** R1-12, R1-6
Uses allowed within this designation include single-family detached and attached residential homes. The density range (3.0 to 6.0 dwelling units per gross acre) is intended to accommodate areas suitable for single family, townhome, patio home, and duplex-type units. Development potential of properties within this designation is determined by location, access, availability of existing or proposed public facilities and utilities, existing land use patterns, and natural or human-made constraints.

Other uses permitted in this category may include limited Neighborhood Commercial development. Neighborhood Commercial should be sensitively integrated into the site and functionally linked for pedestrian and automobile access.

### Medium-High Density Residential
**Density Range:** 6.0 to 10.0 du/ac
**Permitted Zoning District:** R-2
Uses allowed within this designation include attached and detached residential development. The density range (6.0 to 10.0 dwelling units per gross acre) is intended to accommodate attached and detached single family homes, townhome, patio home, duplex, multi-plex, and apartment units. Development potential of properties within this designation is determined by location, access, and availability of existing or proposed public facilities and utilities, and existing and future land use patterns. Other uses permitted in this category may include limited Neighborhood Commercial development if sensitively integrated into the site and functionally linked for pedestrian and automobile access.

### High Density Residential
**Density Range:** 10.0 to 24.0 du/ac
**Permitted Zoning District:** R-3
Uses allowed within this designation include multi-family residential density development. The density range (10.0 to 24.0 dwelling units per gross acre) is intended to accommodate two-and three-story apartments, condominiums, and townhomes close to employment and service areas and to buffer lower density residential areas from higher intensity uses. Development potential of properties within this designation is determined by location, access, and availability of existing or proposed public facilities and utilities, and existing and future land use patterns.

Other uses permitted in this category may include limited Neighborhood Commercial development if sensitively integrated into the site and functionally linked for pedestrian and automobile access.

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### Neighborhood Commercial
**Permitted Zoning District:** Neighborhood Commercial (C-1)
Uses allowed within this designation include commercial services used by the general public on a daily basis on corner parcels at arterial and collector street intersections. The market area radius for a Neighborhood Commercial area is approximately one mile, which would allow walking and bicycling to be used as feasible modes of transportation.

Neighborhood Commercial areas often have a grocery store as an anchor tenant and may include other commercial uses including drug stores, beauty/barber shops, dry cleaners, post offices, small restaurants, small tenant retail, and single professional and medical offices.

**Development Guidelines:**
Neighborhood commercial areas typically consist of limited, convenience oriented establishments that serve the surrounding residential neighborhood area within an approximate one-mile radius. Retail and service oriented commercial uses should be encouraged within revitalized existing neighborhoods. Typical uses may include, but are not limited to, food markets, bakeries, pharmacies, restaurants, and self-service laundries. While commercial uses within new or existing neighborhood developments may be beneficial to the City and residential areas, specific design criteria and guidelines should be required to mitigate any potential negative impacts. The following guidelines may influence both the siting and design of the Neighborhood Commercial uses and the preservation, revitalization, and success of the adjacent neighborhoods.
All neighborhood commercial uses should be located at the intersection of arterial or collector streets.

Neighborhood Commercial uses should be restricted to the height limitation of the adjacent residential district.

Screening techniques (i.e. landscaping, berming, fencing) should be used to buffer adjacent residential uses from noise, sight and glare impacts generated by Neighborhood Commercial uses.

Landscaping should be drought tolerant and evergreen.

Four-sided Architecture and design should be used to soften the visual appearance of the commercial development in order to minimize any potential negative impacts to surrounding residential neighborhoods.

Commercial developments should provide open space and should provide pedestrian amenities and places for pedestrians to gather.

### Community Commercial
**Permitted Zoning District:** Community Commercial (C-2)
Uses allowed within this designation include a variety of types and intensities of commercial development. Community Commercial areas typically consist of large shopping centers and districts that offer a wider variety of goods and services than the neighborhood commercial areas. They rely on larger trade areas (two-mile radius or greater) and include such uses as department stores, bookstores, furniture stores, restaurants, theaters, and non-retail services, such as offices and banks. Major Community Commercial centers should be located with adequate controlled access and visibility to arterial streets.

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### Development Guidelines:
The City is located along an interstate highway that transports a significant amount of daily vehicular traffic between Phoenix and Tucson. The City of Eloy desires to create and diversify the community's economy by capturing a portion of the future commercial and industrial jobs that will locate along the corridor. A sustainable economy is created by balancing the respective elements of a community. Residential, commercial and industrial development should develop proportionately.
Over-designation of commercial land can lead to a vacant and abandoned commercial land use pattern, under designation of commercial land can result in inflated land prices, a lack of needed services, a loss of economic development potential and a reduced sales tax base. The guidelines presented below will influence the siting of Community Commercial uses.

All such uses are located at the intersection of arterial and/or collector streets, or within Mixed Use Centers.

Community Commercial developments may be required to submit, for review and approval, a traffic impact study as part of the site planning process to determine number and location of median and curb cuts for optimal traffic flow and adequate site ingress/egress.

Building design should utilize 360-degree architecture (four-sided attractive articulation)

Landscaping should be drought tolerant and evergreen.

Buffering (i.e. landscaping, distance, and fencing) should be utilized to shield adjacent residential uses from noise, glare, and supply truck traffic generated from adjacent Community Commercial uses.

### Mixed Use
**Density Range:** 10.0 to 24.0 du/ac
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** Combination of R-2/R-3/C-1/C-2/MU/PF/BP
Development within this designation should be represented by a mix of retail, office, and higher density residential at more urban densities with an emphasis on pedestrian scale and walk-ability. This category is also appropriate along rail corridors where a mix of commercial, industrial and higher residential densities are appropriate. The uses and densities permitted within this category include Neighborhood Commercial, Community Commercial, Business Park, Light Industrial, Medium-High Density Residential and High Density Residential. Zoning applications within the Mixed Use category should include multiple uses and/or the integration of at least two uses within individual structures.

### Development Guidelines:
Mixed Use developments have the potential to help revitalize the City’s Downtown area. In order to provide direction for these types of developments the following guidelines should be followed:
Develop a mixture of neighborhood-serving businesses and residences.

Provide opportunities for residential uses that can capitalize on ready access to commercial and retail establishments.

Allow flexibility in the design and development of residential and Mixed Use developments.

Encourage a variety of housing types mixed with light commercial retail/professional offices (i.e. live work units).

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### Planned Community Area
**Permitted Zoning District:** Planned Area Development (PAD)
The proposed Planned Community Area (PCA) designation provides for large-scale (40 acres or more) master planned developments that include a mixture of land use opportunities. Such developments should also include an appropriate transportation system connecting possible schools, parks, retail, and/or employment areas.

Projects that are primarily residential within a PCA should include a variety of residential densities to promote housing choice. Residential communities within a PCA should also provide commercial and/or employment land uses for residents of that area. Projects that are principally employment focused within a PCA should include other supportive uses (i.e. retail, public facilities, etc.). Requests for the PCA designation should include a conceptual land use plan. When approved, the PCA designation should permit the shifting of land uses within the defined area from one location to another without requiring an amendment to the designation.

If the overall land use balance of any land use category within the PCA increases more than twenty five (25) percent, the rules for amendments will determine whether a major or minor amendment is necessary. Landowners may request the PCA designation on previously approved General Plan Amendments that meet the requirements above, as long as the allocation of land uses remain unchanged or within the 25% threshold. Such requests should be processed as Minor General Plan Amendments.

### Light Industrial
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** Business Park (BP) and Light Industrial (L-1)
Uses allowed within this designation include the least intense industrial employment uses, such as professional offices, research and development, wholesale and storage warehouses, utility centers, the repairing and packaging of goods, and ancillary eating and retail establishments. In particular, light industrial areas should be designed such that the least intense uses are located along major and minor arterial streets, where visibility to the public is high. Adherence to landscape standards, setbacks, and provision of adequate transitions between intense uses and low impact developments (residential and neighborhood commercial) ensures compatibility between uses and enhances the community’s visual aesthetics and appeal.

### General Industrial
**Permitted Zoning District:** General Industrial (I-2)
Uses allowed within this designation include the most intense industrial employment uses and generally consist of wholesale and storage warehouses, external storage yards (including utility centers), fabrication, manufacturing, processing, repairing, and packaging of goods. Manufacturing areas typically produce noise, truck or rail traffic, and open storage. They should be designed in such a way that the rear and sides of the structure and outside storage areas are screened from public view. Adherence to landscape standards, setbacks, and provision of adequate transitions between intense uses and low impact developments (residential and neighborhood commercial) ensures compatibility between uses and enhances the community’s visual aesthetics and appeal.

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**Development Guidelines (for all industrial designations):**
Light Industrial and General Industrial designated areas can capitalize on the economic opportunities of the transportation network within the City.
It is important to designate lands that will maximize the future employment potential. Providing adequate infrastructure and support services in areas designated for industrial and manufacturing uses will help draw businesses to those areas. The guidelines presented below will influence the siting of industrial related land uses.

Generally, all such uses should be located along the interstate and/or state highway corridors, as well as, in and around the Eloy Municipal Airport.

Industrial related uses should not be located adjacent to single family residential uses without adequate buffers.

Industrial uses may be required to submit, for review and approval, a traffic impact study as part of the site planning process to determine number and location of median and curb cuts for optimal traffic flow and adequate site ingress/egress.

Building front and street side architecture should be significantly articulated using wall undulation, varied rooflines and changes in materials to help create visual interest and minimize negative impacts created from large building massing (both vertically and horizontally).

Landscaping should be drought tolerant, yet green and healthy.

Screening techniques (i.e. landscaping, distance, berming, and fencing) should be used to shield and buffer adjacent residential uses from noise, visual impact, glare, and delivery truck traffic.

### Parks/Open Space
**Permitted Zoning Districts:** Open Space Conservation (OSC) and Open Space Recreation (OSR)
This designation should be used for existing and planned open space, parks and other related recreational facilities that serve the City's current and future recreational needs.

**Development Guidelines:**
Lands designated as Parks/Open Space should provide the citizens of Eloy and its visitors with the opportunity to navigate through the City using an interconnected trail system. The opportunity to enjoy the unique characteristics of the surrounding agricultural landscape, and to engage in active or passive recreation activities at parks located throughout the City will increase the quality of life in Eloy. Standards and definitions related to developing new active parks are located in the Parks, Open Space and Trails Element, while the guidelines presented below will influence the siting of Parks, Open Space and Trails land uses.
All parks that do not contain lighted facilities should be located at the center of their service area to equalize accessibility for all users.

Parks that contain lighted facilities should be located adjacent to roadways and employment uses to help buffer glare and noise. Parks that are lighted shall adhere to the City's Lighting Ordinance.

Parks, Open Space and Trails areas should be designed and constructed to conform to their respective definitions (located in the Parks, Open Space and Trails Element). Parks should be constructed so that they can be used at the completion of the first phase of adjacent residential development.

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Siting parks, open space and trails should be planned in conjunction with adjacent subdivisions, master planned communities, and other residential developments (including multi-family). Each residential development should submit a conceptual design plan, which will incorporate the parks, open space and trails by including pedestrian walkways, pathways, and trails etc. which tie into the overall area.

The City may want to purchase, or obtain through dedication, lands designated for Parks and Open Space in order to ensure that lands held in private ownership or by the Arizona State Land Department are developed as parks and open space. The City cannot require private property owners or the State to preserve their lands, nor can the City remove all development potential from a property.

### Public/Institutional
**Permitted Zoning District: Public Facility (PF)**
This designation should be used for land and/or facilities that are owned by a city, county, state, or federal public or quasi-public institutional entity. The land uses allowed should provide governmental, educational, cultural, aviation, or corrections services within the City. These essential public uses should support and enhance the overall community's land use pattern and visual aesthetics in order to minimize potential negative impacts.

**Development Guidelines:**
The Public/Institutional land designation will be used to provide for the basic functions and services as needed and desired by the City's residents and business owners. As development occurs within the City, additional lands will be needed to provide basic public services, such as municipal facilities, public safety facilities, utilities, and large-scale recreation uses.

**Specific Plan Study Areas**
In the future, the City will have to critically evaluate new development proposals within specific areas of interest or focus. These areas will require additional research, development criteria, and have specific Council policies that should be met. The City's decisions will affect the future residential and economic growth in these areas.

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### LU-1: Future Land Use Composition

| Land Use Type | Incorporated Area (Acres) | Planning Area (Acres) | Total (Acres) | Percent of Total |
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| **Estate Density Residential** | 12,003 | 154,859 | 166,862 | 52% |
| **Low Density Residential** | 5,253 | 30,774 | 36,027 | 11% |
| **Medium Density Residential** | 35,488 | 13,068 | 48,556 | 15% |
| **Medium-High Density Residential** | 3,112 | 3,936 | 7,048 | 2% |
| **High Density Residential** | 1,890 | 742 | 2,632 | 1% |
| **Neighborhood Commercial** | 33 | 0 | 33 | <1% |
| **Community Commercial** | 4,453 | 2,320 | 6,773 | 2% |
| **Light Industrial** | 2,134 | 10,044 | 12,178 | 4% |
| **General Industrial** | 4,283 | 1,130 | 5,413 | 1% |
| **Parks/Open Space** | 1,121 | 29,011 | 30,132 | 9% |
| **Mixed Use** | 1,104 | 4,612 | 5,716 | 1% |
| **Public/Institutional** | 1,271 | 161 | 1,432 | <1% |
| **TOTALS** | **72,145** | **250,656** | **322,801** | **100%** |

Source: City of Eloy, January 2020

### 3.1.5 AGGREGATE RESOURCES
Aggregates are variably sized crushed earth materials used in construction, roadways and landscaping. They range from crushed rock to decomposed granite to sand. Aggregates are shaped by both natural and man-made processes to create building and landscape materials. They have many applications: asphalt for roads, gravel that lines driveways, cement for buildings and canals and inert groundcover and rock and boulder applications in the natural environment.
Aggregate mining typically occurs in dry riverbeds and washes where these materials are abundant, but can occur in other locations as well. The materials are mined using earth moving equipment and the mining operations often include other materials that then allow for the manufacture of asphalt or cement.

Access to aggregates is important to any City, especially Cities that have strong growth potential, such as Eloy. If possible, these resources should be protected to assure a supply exists to support future construction and development. The protection of adjacent and proximate residents also should be considered when siting such operations as the sound, light, dust and traffic that can be generated by aggregate mining may be incompatible with the quality of life of nearby residents.

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State law requires that cities include the topic of aggregate sources in their General Plans including descriptive text and supportive mapping that are available from state agencies. The state agency that is primarily responsible for geologic information is the Arizona Geological Survey (AGS). They provided the following information pertaining to Eloy’s aggregate resources:

*   The AGS did not have records of active aggregate operations currently being conducted in the Eloy Planning Area.
*   The only geologic mapping for Eloy was prepared approximately 30 years ago and was not focused on the identification of aggregate resources.
*   Most of the land within the Eloy Planning Area was deposited by the Santa Cruz River.
*   There is one existing sand and gravel operation located in the City of Eloy and there exist three additional sand and gravel operations in the Eloy Planning Area that have been documented as shown on Figure LU-1, Existing Land Use Map.

### 3.1.6 OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are presented to guide development of land within the City and give Staff direction to make flexible decisions about the overall land use pattern within the City of Eloy when amendments to the map are requested.

1. Maintain transitional buffers between high and lower impact land uses.

2. Promote Mixed Use development within designated areas including the downtown.

3. Encourage buffers to reduce conflicts between aggregate mining and residential land use.

4. When possible, prevent proposed residential development within ½ mile of existing aggregate operations.

5. Encourage aggregate operations to reduce the sound, glare, traffic and dust generated by mining activities.

6. When possible, direct aggregate operations traffic away from residential areas.

7. Encourage the adaptive reuse of closed aggregate extraction operations for active and passive parks, trails and open spaces.

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## Circulation — 3.2 Circulation Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4929/32-Circulation-Element
- Pages: 6
- Covers: circulation

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## 3.2 Circulation Element

### 3.2.1 GOALS
1. Encourage public safety through appropriate street design.
2. Improve "Level of Service" through coordinated street design, signal spacing and access management within the community and the surrounding region.
3. Plan and provide for alternative methods of transportation.

### 3.2.2 PURPOSE
The purpose of the Circulation Element is to summarize the existing street and roadway conditions. It also provides guidance and goals for public transportation, multi-modal pathways, and other modes of transportation. This element also lists and defines the different street classifications and maps the future roadway network. The intent of this element is to coordinate the City's streets with both existing land use and proposed future land use to provide mobility and access. It also guides where infrastructure should be upgraded to facilitate the efficient movement of people, goods and services within the City of Eloy.

### 3.2.3 EXISTING CHARACTER
Within the City's boundaries, there are approximately 25 miles of existing paved roadways. These roads vary in width, pavement composition and condition. Some roads are in serious need of repair while other roads are newly constructed or have recently been resurfaced.
The City's downtown was initially oriented in a radial street pattern. This design was later modified into a grid pattern with arterials planned at each mile. This situation has led to offset intersections as well as five (5) five-legged intersections on Frontier Street, which are a hazard to both vehicles and especially pedestrians. The confusion that these types of intersections create can be the cause of accidents and/or serious injury/death as traffic volumes increase.

**Roadways**
The local roadway network is based on the one-mile grid system originally established in Pinal County. There are six basic street classifications used by the City, specifically: Interstate Freeways/State Highways; Major and Minor Arterials; Major and Minor Collectors; and Local Streets.

**Airport**
The Eloy Municipal Airport was opened to the public in February 1969 and is a general aviation facility. The Eloy Municipal Airport is located approximately three miles northwest of City Hall and encompasses approximately 91-acres in area. The airport was initially constructed by the Air Force for training purposes. Estimated air traffic using the airport is approximately 28,000 operations annually. It has one runway approximately 3,900 feet in length and 75-feet wide. The airport has five conventional hangers and twelve T-hangers with a parking apron 150-feet by 300-feet.
The Eloy Municipal Airport is currently used for general aviation and skydiving activities, with no scheduled services to other locations. Recommendations for future upgrades to the airport to meet potential and desired demand includes the relocation of Taxiway "A", drainage improvements, extension of the runway, and lighting improvements.

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### Multi-Use Pathways
Currently, there are 95 miles of existing pathways and trails within Eloy’s Planning Area. These pathways currently include the full complement of dirt pathways to sidewalks.

### Public Transportation
The only public transit access in the City occurs through the connection of Central Arizona Regional Transit(CART) that extends limited service (twice per day) down Interstate 10 to serve the recently relocated Greyhound stop at Love’s Truck Stop, located at the northwest corner of Sunland Gin Road and Arica Road. The recently completed a transit feasibility study to identify corridors and routes that would serve the City’s population with access to desired area-wide destinations. A circulator for downtown and routing along Frontier to Casa Grande is shown on Map C-1, Circulation. The closest Amtrak stop is located at 19427 N. John Wayne Parkway in the City of Maricopa. Amtrak’s Sunset Limited, which operates between Los Angeles and New Orleans, stops in Maricopa at night on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from east to west and in the morning on Monday, Thursday and Saturday from west to east.

### 3.2.4 DISCUSSION

#### Circulation Plan
The City of Eloy’s circulation system is shown on Map C-1, Circulation and includes the roadway network with its recommended characteristics as discussed below.
Roadway Network

The roadway system consists of a hierarchy of streets, which range in widths and traffic volume capacity as shown on Table C.1, Roadway Functional Classification & Characteristics. For example, an arterial's main function is to carry the largest volume of traffic from collector streets to places of employment, retail, offices, and to the City gateways and then funnel the traffic back to the collectors. Functional characteristics include roadway type, function, right-of-way width, lane configuration, pavement width (curb-to-curb), and average daily traffic (ADT).

#### Roadway Descriptions

**Interstate Freeway / State Routes (Highways)**
Freeways and State Routes should connect major metropolitan areas, and carry a high proportion of vehicular travel on a minimum of mileage. Freeways and State Routes should be integrated with arterial streets. Freeways and State Routes generally have full access control and consist of interstate highways, other freeways or U.S/State routes. This class of street is designed to handle higher speeds between 55 and 75 mph as well as between 11,000 and 22,000 vehicle trips per day. The number of lanes should range between three and five (one direction) with a total right-of-way width of 300-feet or greater.
**Arterial (Principal - RSR, Major and Minor)**

Arterials are major streets that are designed to move large volumes of traffic within each community and between cities and towns and are typically spaced at one-mile or greater intervals. These streets are typically constructed with a total of four to six lanes of traffic, and have a raised or striped median. Access to arterials should be limited to intersections at approximately one-quarter mile intervals and from the driveways of major developments. No on-street parking is allowed on arterial roadways.

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These streets are typically designed to handle between 8,900 and 11,740 vehicle trips per day with speeds ranging from 45 to 55 mph. Total right-of-way width for arterials range from approximately 110- to 130-feet.

### Collector (Major and Minor)
Collector streets provide mobility and access between local streets and arterials, local streets to other local streets, as well as, allowing access to properties fronting onto the street. Collectors are generally spaced at one - half mile intervals, except in the cases where designated on the Circulation Plan Map to connect Downtown with the Eloy Municipal Airport and to connect Sunland Gin Goad and Toltec Road between Frontier Street and Interstate 10 (I-10). These streets are constructed with a total of two to four travel lanes, and typically have a striped or raised median. Travel speeds on collector streets are typically set at 35 mph. Collector's usually have right-of-way widths ranging from 70- to 80-feet.
Collectors may have on-street parking, although this is typically not permitted near intersections and curb cuts for visibility purposes. Collector roadways designated within the Eloy Planning Area are generally located on the midsection-line boundaries.

### Local Road
Local roadways serve local traffic, providing access to adjacent properties and roadways of higher classification. Local roadways usually have two lanes and low travel speeds (25 mph or slower), and allow on-street parking. A typical right-of-way width for a local street is approximately 50-feet.
Future subdivision developments and local street construction may focus on a non-grid internal street pattern to help slow traffic, create visual aesthetics (when coupled with a landscaping theme), create a sense of place and variety within each individual development and create a more pedestrian friendly environment.

### Multi-Use Pathway
The purpose of a multi-use pathway system is to provide residents with other transportation alternatives to travel within the community other than a vehicle. Other transportation options include walking, jogging, bicycling, skating, or horseback riding. Non-vehicular travel may provide a wide-range of benefits, such as increased mobility and access as well as enhanced recreational activities, improved air quality, and better personal health.

#### Table C.1: Roadway Functional Classification & Characteristics

| CLASSIFICATIONS | CHARACTERISTICS | | | | |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| | **Primary Function** | **Configuration (both sides included)** | **Right of-Way Width** | **Width Back of Curb-to Curb** | **Maximum Vehicle Trips Per Day** |
| **Freeway/State Route** | Mobility | 4 and Greater Divided | 300+ | --- | >55,000 |
| **Major Arterial (Principal)** | Mobility | 6 Lanes + Divided Median | 130' | 124' - 104' | 45,000 - 55,000 |
| **Minor Arterial** | Mobility / Access | 4 Lanes + Raised Median | 110' | 80' | 30,000 |
| **Major Collector (Commercial)** | Access / Mobility | 3 Lanes + Two Way Turn Lane | 80' | 54' | 10,000 |

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| Minor Collector | Access | 2-3 Lanes + Two Way Turn Lane | 70' | 48' | 8,000 |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Local** | Access | Two Lanes | 50' | 32' | 1,000 |

Source: City of Eloy, January 2020

The multi-use pathway system consists of trails and bike routes/paths. The trails typically consist of shared-use paths that are physically separated from vehicular traffic. These may be paved or unpaved, and may be located within an existing roadway right-of-way or within an existing utility or canal right-of-way or easement.

Bicycle paths are comprised of both trails and lanes. A bicycle lane is a one-way travel lane located along the edge of a paved street. A bicycle trail is a non-vehicular pathway identified for bicycle use by signage only. Bicycle trails are physically separated from vehicular traffic, and may be paved or unpaved.

Aside from the 95 designated miles of trails and pathways, Pinal County's Open Space Master Plan also shows an additional 44 miles of proposed trails. As the City expands into its Planning Area through future annexation and when these areas are developed, an analysis of the proposed pathway system should be completed. Developers should be encouraged to set aside, construct and possibly dedicate pathway network improvements within or adjacent to their development.

Opportunities exist for developing a system of urban multi-use trails along the street, utility, and railroad rights-of-way that could be used for pedestrian, equestrian, and bicycle travel. Potential locations for these trails include Frontier Boulevard (south side), Sunshine Boulevard (west side), Hanna Road (south side), Milligan Road (south side), SR-87 (west side), Toltec Highway (east side), and Sunland Gin Road (west side). In the future, a more comprehensive city-wide Parks, Recreation, and Trails Master Plan could be developed and adopted that will confirm such corridors.

### High Capacity Transportation Corridors
A series of recent studies have identified several key transportation corridors for future consideration within the Eloy Planning Area. The Arizona Department of Transportation is currently assessing (through an Environmental Impact Statement) two routing options for a future North-South Freeway. The intent is to connect US 60, in northern Pinal County, to Interstate 10 within the City of Eloy. The City of Eloy supports (through Resolution 19-1454) the W4 Corridor, which utilizes the existing SR 87 roadway and terminates at Interstate 10.
The Intermountain West Corridor (I-11) is intended as a multimodal transportation facility to diversify, support, and connect the economies of Arizona and Nevada, ultimately linking Mexico and Canada. The connection between Phoenix, Arizona, and Las Vegas, Nevada has been analyzed, and the Green Alternative through Eloy (supported by Resolution 19-1457) deviate to the south of I-10 within the Eloy Planning Area as shown on Map C-1, Circulation.

No funding has currently been set-aside for the design or construction of these corridors.

### Railroad
The rail line through Eloy was originally constructed by the Southern Pacific in 1880 and parallels Frontier Street. The Union Pacific rail line (also known as the Sunset Route), which was acquired by the Union Pacific in 1996, traverses the southern portion of Arizona, connecting Los Angeles with Tucson, El Paso, Houston, and New Orleans.

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Currently, between 45 and 55 freight trains operate through Eloy daily. The largest of the commodities shipped on these trains are Agricultural Products (grains, grain products, and food & refrigerated products); Automotive (finished vehicles and auto parts); Chemicals (Fertilizer, Plastics, Industrial Chemicals, Soda Ash, Petroleum LPG and Crude Oil); Coal (Coal and petroleum coke); Industrial Products (Lumber, construction products, metals, minerals/consumer, paper, other); Intermodal (Domestic and international), Mexico (Autos, intermodal, agricultural, industrial products, chemicals and coal); and some 10,000,000 tons of coal (shipped in) to run the state's power plants.

Currently, the only grade-separated crossings of the Union Pacific in the vicinity of Eloy's Planning Area are the I-10 viaduct west of Toltec and the SR 87 viaduct at Picacho. The at-grade rail crossings occur at Sunland Gin Road, Toltec Highway, Houser Road, Battaglia Drive, Eleven-Mile Corner Road, Main Street and Sunshine Boulevard.

### 3.2.5 OBJECTIVES
The objectives provide the City necessary direction in order to create and enhance a functional circulation network and to interweave viable alternative transportation modes that could reduce reliance on the automobile.

1. Improve and maintain street safety.

2. Improve and maintain the quality of street surfaces.

3. Manage vehicular access onto the street.

4. Reduce accidents at offset and five-legged intersections.

5. Implement traffic sign upgrades and pavement rehabilitation actions as recommended in the city of Eloy Small Area Transportation Study, for both streets and railroad crossings.

6. Incrementally upgrade existing roadways to comply with the street classification system, as demand warrants.

7. Require new developments to adhere to the street classification system and dedicate adequate right-of-way.

8. Monitoring vehicular accidents, determining their causes and then adopting policies to avoid similar situations in the future.

9. Promote paving/topical treatment of dirt and gravel roads and prohibiting the creation or continuation of unimproved roads, especially as new development occurs.

10. Work with other government entities [e.g., Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), Sun Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization (SCMPO), Pinal County, Central Arizona Association of Governments (CAAG), City of Casa Grande, etc.] to improve and maintain the regional roads, including State Routes and Interstates 8 and 10.

11. Determine and define traffic impact mitigation measures to preserve mobility and access through the City's roadway network.

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<<FIGURE>>

# Circulation Map
## Eloy General Plan

### Functional Classification
| | |
| - | - |
| ▬ | Interstate |
| ▬ | State Highway |
| ▬ | Major Arterial (130' ROW) |
| ▬ | Minor Arterial (110' ROW) |
| ▬ | Two Lane Collector (80' ROW) |
| +++ | Union Pacific Railroad |

### Interchanges
| | |
| - | - |
| 🟢 | Existing Interchange |
| 🟡 | Potential Interchange |

### Proposed Transportation Corridors
| | |
| - | - |
| █ | Preferred North-South Corridor |
| █ | Proposed Interstate 11 Corridor |
| ⬎⬎⬎ | Future Transit System Route |
| ▬ ▬ | Existing Transit System Route |

### Reference
| | |
| - | - |
| █ | Eloy City Limits |
| ⬑⬏ | Eloy Planning Boundary |

<<FIGURE>>

Disclaimer: This map is furnished for reference purposes only and is not suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. The City of Eloy assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented, and shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user.

Service Layer Credits: Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community

Map Date: March 2020

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## Housing — 3.5 Housing Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4932/35-Housing-Element
- Pages: 3
- Covers: housing

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# 3.5 Housing Element

### 3.5.1 GOALS

1. Facilitate redevelopment and revitalization of existing housing stock and neighborhoods.
2. Encourage a variety of housing types to accommodate various levels of income and lifestyles.

### 3.5.2 PURPOSE

The purpose of the Housing Element is to evaluate the condition of the existing residential housing stock, review the quantity of the different types of housing and then to analyze future growth in population, needed housing types, quantities and distribution. Objectives are then provided to accommodate the City's future growth, eliminate substandard dwelling conditions, and improve housing quality, variety, and affordability.

### 3.5.3 EXISTING CHARACTER

The City of Eloy and its surrounding Planning Area contain a wide variety of housing types in various stages of physical condition; from new development to abandoned and dilapidated structures, and high end single family residences to apartments, manufactured homes and recreational vehicle parks. The US Census identified the following housing data for the City of Eloy is shown below on Table H.1, Existing Housing Data:

Housing Units (2010) | 3,691
--- | ---
Housing Type Composition | 
Single Family (60%) | 2,215
Multi-Family (20%) | 738
Manufactured Housing (20%) | 738
| |
Owner Occupied Housing Units (2014) | 61.8%
Median Value (Owner Occupied Units) (2014) | $72,300
Median Monthly Housing Costs (with a mortgage) (2014) | $1,045
Median Monthly Gross Rent (2014) | $585
Households (2014) | 3.280
Persons per Household (2014) | 3.13

By 2025, the Planning Area is estimated to contain a population of approximately 31,400 residents. If approximately 9,000 of these residents are inmates, the net total population is 22,400, which would translate to a total housing unit count of 7,157, utilizing the 3.13 persons per dwelling unit rate identified above. The net, new housing units would total 3,466-nearly doubling the City total in 2010.

If the composition of housing types remained the same as 2010, the following units and acreage would be required to meet the population projection for the year 2025 as shown below in table H.2, Acreage to accommodate future housing:

H.2 Acreage to Accommodate Future Housing
| Housing Type | Average Density | Housing Units | Acreage Required |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Single Family | 4 du/acre | 2,080 | 520 |

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| Multi-Family | 16 du/acre | 693 | 43 |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Manufactured Housing** | 6 du/ac | 693 | 43 |
| **Total** | **NA** | **3,466** | **606** |
Source: City of Eloy; June 2016

Based on the calculation above, the Planning Area would need to be able to accommodate approximately one section of land to meet the acreage requirements necessary to accommodate the year 2025 population. The Land Use Plan has identified an amount of acreage that significantly exceeds these acreage demands over the next 10 years.

In 2016, the median sales price for new construction and resale homes varies across the City. In Robson Ranch, the price for new construction ranges from $167,000-$289,000. The resale price in this area ranges between $200,000-$350,000. In the Toltec Area, the resale price ranges between $90,000-$140,000. In the Downtown Area, the resale price ranges from $60,000- $90,000.

The Robson Ranch community is age restricted and relies predominately on retirees as its market niche. The ability to afford the average home in the Toltec area would require a job that grosses a minimum of $19,000 annually. The ability to afford the average home in the Downtown area would require a job that grosses a minimum of $12,000 annually.

### 3.5.4 DISCUSSION

#### Housing Needs

The existing housing stock in the Downtown exhibits a variety of exterior/interior building conditions. While the area north of Frontier is generally sound, there are scattered areas where the housing is in need of rehabilitation. Many of these properties continue to be bank owned or long term vacancies. In the area south of Frontier, the majority of the area is in need of at least minor rehabilitation, with some areas in need of major reinvestment. The Eloy Housing Authority has constructed several new infill homes on vacant or dilapidated lots to enhance the housing for City residents. The City does not have a formal housing rehabilitation program at the present time

#### Substandard Housing/Housing Quality

The lack of robust job growth and the after effects of the Great Recession continue to exert debilitating effects on the existing housing stock in Toltec and Downtown Areas. The majority of the existing housing stock in the Downtown Area were constructed during the agricultural boom in the 1940's and 1950's and the development boom (turned bust) in the 1970's. In fact, some of the residential developments that received entitlement during the 1970's, particularly in the Toltec area, have yet to be completed or have been abandoned completely. In the early 2000's the City experienced another residential entitlement and annexation boom, which culminated in the Great Recession of 2008. Over the past several years, there has been a rejuvenation of interest in cleaning up the City and maintaining the housing stock in the Downtown Area.

#### Housing Variety

There are two significant housing variety gaps that have been identified in the City. The first is the lack of higher-end new single-family construction-some of which has been addressed through the

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development of Robson Ranch. However, new upper end or “move up” housing will not locate in the City until more robust employment and escalating salaries locate in the City and/or the surrounding region. The second is the lack of new apartment units. This conclusion is based on declining vacancy rates in existing complexes and the number of prospective tenants on waiting lists.

### Housing Attainability

Eloy exhibits very low median household income ($27,477 in 2014 (US Census), and is below the average of both Pinal County ($50,248) and the State of Arizona ($49,928). On the average, Eloy employees receive lower wages due to the fact that the City’s economy primarily relies on agricultural, retail, and manufacturing employment. A significant proportion of the most recent housing development provide opportunities for low/moderate-income households and age-restricted retirement housing (approximately 37 percent of the City’s residents were identified as persons in poverty, compared with rates at 17 and 18 percent in the County and State, respectively.

### 3.5.5 OBJECTIVES
The objectives outlined below provide the City with direction and guidance to provide the housing needed for Eloy’s existing and future residents.

1. Achieve a high quality, varied and affordable housing stock through a combination of infill projects, new development and rehabilitation of older homes and structures.

2. Promote the development of sound, high quality neighborhoods that provide a variety of housing options and community amenities in an integrated manner.

3. Encourage property managers/property owners to maintain and improve their respective existing housing stock.

4. Pursue federal, state and local grants to address the revitalization needs of existing Downtown neighborhoods.

5. Implement programs that incentivize property owners to maintain, rehabilitate, revitalize and protect the existing stock of affordable homes.

6. Cooperate with the Eloy Housing Authority to provide affordable housing to those residents with a demonstrated need.

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## Conservation — 3.6 Environmental Planning Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4933/36-Environmental-Planning-Element
- Pages: 9
- Covers: conservation
- **Transcription findings were recorded for this document;** check figures against the source.

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# 3.6 Environmental Planning Element

### 3.6.1 GOALS
1. Encourage the preservation of the paloverde-saguaro plant community to retain high value vegetation that also provides natural area habitat.

2. Strive to enhance and maintain regional and local air and water quality.

3. Guide growth away from known fissure areas to protect future development and mitigate existing developed areas where development has occurred.

4. Continue to enforce zoning code and building code provisions to protect life and property from wind and fire hazards.

5. Work with the Pinal County Flood Control District to minimize the risk and hazards associated with flooding on existing and future development and human life within the City's floodplains.

### 3.6.2 PURPOSE
The Environmental Planning Element provides a comprehensive evaluation of the important natural conditions and forces that shape our ecosystem and built environment. This element provides guidance in conserving, maintaining, and enhancing the natural environment in a manner that minimizes direct and indirect hazards to property and life, excessive development costs and enhances quality of life.

### 3.6.3 EXISTING CHARACTER
The Eloy Planning Area is located within the Santa Cruz Valley. The geography of the Valley is characterized by a relatively flat alluvial valley floor surrounded by several mountainous areas. The minimal slope, historic drainage patterns and availability of groundwater have created conditions that have, and continue to, support the substantial agricultural use of the land. However, the presence of natural drainage watercourses, a low sloped terrain and lack of a regional drainage system have and continue to subject the City and its surrounding area to several natural hazards. In addition, climatic characteristics have and, will also impact the natural environment, thus affecting the built environment.

### 3.6.4 DISCUSSION
The concept of "layering" key environmental characteristics was fostered by Ian McHarg through his landmark book, Design with Nature. The premise of his book is that form must follow more than just function; it must also respect the natural environment in which it is placed. His approach was termed "McHarg's Method" and describes how, using a multidisciplinary analysis of a region's ecological sensitivity, natural characteristics can effectively be layered and combined geographically to determine suitability for different types of development and use. GIS allows for the identification of those areas that are least and most suitable for urban development. Its results can then offer a guide for appropriate development away from such hazards, thus reducing development costs.

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The Planning Area contains a host of important environmental features that influence the natural and built environment. The summary and analysis of these key features, includes:

* Topography
* Soils
* Land Subsidence/Fissures
* Vegetation and Wildlife
* Rivers, Streams and Canals
* Flood Hazards
* Water Quality
* Air Quality
* Climate

### Topography
Nearly all of the existing land located within the incorporated boundaries of the City exhibit slopes less than ten (10) percent as shown on Map EP-1, Slope Map. A small portion of the remaining Eloy Planning Area (approximately five percent) contains lands which could be constrained by slope (exceeding ten (10) percent). Existing topography that exceeds ten percent can be more difficult and costly to develop. These excessive slope areas are located at the base of, and include portions of five mountain ranges (i.e. Neuman, Picacho, Silverbell, Sawtooth and Casa Grande) that are located along the perimeter of the Planning Area boundaries. Depending on location, the City may request a geological evaluation to be conducted on sites exhibiting a natural slope of ten (10) percent or more located within the City's boundaries.

### Soils
Eloy has a strong heritage of agricultural production, due in large part to the high quality of the soil that has formed and the sediment that has been deposited within the Santa Cruz Basin. The characteristics of these soils (as shown on Map EP-2, Soils Map) can affect development, in terms of their shrink/swell potential, corrosivity and percolation. Shrink/swell is typically determined by the amount of clay materials in the soil. Corrosivity is determined by the naturally occurring chemical compounds of the soil that may be detrimental to exposure with building materials (i.e. steel, metal, etc.). Percolation is the ability of the soil to allow liquids to pass through. This is an important characteristic in determining areas for leach fields for septic tanks and natural infiltration of stormwater after precipitation events.

### Land Subsidence/Fissures
Land subsidence is a condition caused by a variety of natural and human-induced factors. Subsidence typically occurs when excessive amounts of groundwater have been withdrawn over long periods of time and where natural replenishment of the groundwater table has not occurred. Extensive groundwater withdrawal in the planning area for agricultural use and community development have created subsidence of the alluvium, thereby causing fissures to occur. These cracks in the earth may be visible as well as not visible in the landscape.

The precedence of subsidence in the Eloy Planning Area correlates to a historical pattern of groundwater table declines. The center of this subsidence-caused bowl (which is located near Downtown Eloy) has shifted in a southeastward direction in response to a similar decline of the water table relative to the presence of these fissures. However, the rate of subsidence has been

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reduced through the passage of the Arizona Groundwater Code in 1980 and the resulting reliance on only groundwater to an imported surface water source (i.e. Central Arizona Project (CAP). Also, communities located in the Pinal Active Management Area have actively conducted groundwater recharge of treated effluent and stormwater retention over many years and are utilizing their reclaimed wastewater for non-potable needs.

The presence of earth fissures pose a significant geologic hazard and may prove restrictive to improvements and construction. Proposed developments in the vicinity of documented fissures may be required to perform analyses to determine the magnitude of the hazard and the resulting risk associated with future development. Typical mitigation involves avoidance by means of a recommended setback from the fissure. A geotechnical analysis and review by the Arizona Geological Survey (AZGS) may need to be stipulated on those sites that are impacted by fissures.

In the update of the Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, it was identified that the City has been documented with a likely probability with limited magnitude/severity for its fissure hazard.

The location(s) of documented fissures have not been mapped in this general plan. As such, it is **strongly** recommended that interested parties contact the AZGS and access their online fissure database (https://azgs.arizona.edu/publications/map-database-services) to research and confirm the presence of fissures within the Eloy Planning Area.

### Vegetation and Wildlife
Native wildlife common to the Eloy Planning Area includes songbirds, raptors, small and large mammals, and reptiles. Also, Roadrunners, Coyotes, Javelina, Rattlesnakes, Round-Tailed Squirrels, Black-Tailed Jackrabbits, and Desert Pocket Mice may still be found within the City.

There are several endangered or threatened species of animals within the Eloy Planning Area. It should be noted that proposed developments to be located within the FEMA 100-year floodplain may be required to show compliance with the Endangered Species Act.

The predominant native plant community that inhabits the Eloy Planning Area is the Lower Colorado River Subdivision-Sonoran Desert scrub. Species found in this area include Creosote Bush, Bursage, Palo Verde, Ocotillo, Mesquite, Brittlebush, and the Prickly Pear/Cholla Cacti. Areas to the east and south transition to the Arizona Upland Subdivision-Sonoran Desertscrub. Agricultural uses have and continue to include the growing of cotton, vegetable crops, orchards, melons as well as periodically leaving fields fallow. Approximately 2/3 of the Eloy Planning Area is, or has been, cultivated for agricultural use.

The Santa Cruz River supports vegetation that provides food, cover, and hunting opportunities for animal species, such as Javelina and Coyotes. Picacho Reservoir, located north of the Planning Area, is a primary waterfowl habitat and identified as a critical habitat area by the AGF department. Birds of many species flock to the reservoir to nest. This intermittent water body is also known as a Blue Heron rookery and is a stopover for migratory birds, including the Glossy Ibis and White Pelican.

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While the majority of the incorporated area lacks "critical habitat" as documented through the Arizona Game and Fish Department, several species within the planning area are currently protected by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). New development within the City of Eloy and within the Planning Area in general will need to take into account these endangered species. Developers should submit copies of applications to the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), who should in turn notify Eloy when a threatened, endangered, or sensitive species exists within the proposed development area.

The presence of critical species has not been mapped in this general plan. As such, it is **strongly** recommended that interested parties contact the AZGFD, access their online database (https://www.azgfd.com/) to research, and confirm the presence of important vegetative and animal species and habitat within the Eloy Planning Area.

### Rivers, Streams and Canals
Eloy's Planning Area surface water drainage patterns can be characterized as small ephemeral washes and streams and a major watercourse. The Santa Cruz River is considered a major watercourse and flows in a northwesterly direction from the southeast corner of the Planning Area to the Santa Cruz Flats. North of Nutt Road, the Santa Cruz River enters the Flats as an undefined channel. At that point, the floodwaters are not contained within a defined channel and spread in a braided manner across the flats. Some of that water also enters human-made channels within the Santa Cruz Flats.

Numerous small washes and ephemeral streams cross the northwest corner of the Planning Area. Some originate in the Casa Grande and Sawtooth Mountains and flow out onto the alluvial fans and the valley basin floor. These washes are not always clearly defined and have a tendency to meander. As a result, the exact floodplains are not easily identified. Picacho Reservoir, located to the northeast of the Planning Area, is the only intermittent surface water body.

The CAP canal transects the Eloy Planning Area along its eastern perimeter on its way to delivering Colorado River water to Tucson. However, CAP water is diverted from the main canal to Casa Grande and Florence-Casa Grande Canals, the Santa Rosa Canal and CAP Central Main Canal on its way south to Tucson.

### Flood Hazards
Due to relatively flat topography and lack of significant stormwater improvements, the City of Eloy is impacted by severe and extensive precipitation events-primarily during the monsoon season. As such, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares and periodically updates flood insurance rate maps (FIRM). FEMA has updated these FIRM maps and has preliminary mapping prepared (dated 6-23-2017). Areas located within the 100-year floodplain have a one-percent chance of sustaining major flooding within any given year. These water corridors may experience flooding during severe storm events. Restricting development within the floodplain area may help protect the community from loss of investment, property value and life due to flooding and erosion.

In the update of the Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, it was identified that the City has been documented with a highly likely probability with limited magnitude/severity for its flood hazard.

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The locations of floodplain impacted lands have not been mapped in this general plan. As such, it **is strongly recommended** that interested parties contact the Pinal County Flood Control District and access their online FIRM database (http://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/PublicWorks/FloodControl/Pages/Home.aspx) to research and confirm the presence of flood hazards within the Eloy Planning Area.

### Water Quality
The Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) manages groundwater quality in the Eloy Sub-basin of the Pinal Active Management Area (AMA). The ADWR adopted changes and has published the draft of its fourth Management Plan which extends to 2020. The majority of the groundwater supplies in the AMA are of acceptable quality for most uses.

The quality of groundwater from the four operating City wells is generally satisfactory and secondary treatment is not required. The most recent (2018) (https://eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4017/Consumer-Confidence-Report-2018) Consumer Confidence Report on Water Quality identified that the City's system did not have any violations of water quality indicators. Although not a concern at the present time, there is a potential for migration of contaminants into aquifer systems, based on the fact that certain areas will continue to be dependent on groundwater pumping.

### Air Quality
Currently, the Division of Air Quality Control and the Department of Health and Human Resources in Pinal County monitor and implement air quality standards and regulations. Pinal County's air quality management efforts serve four different functions: monitoring, planning, permitting, and field inspection/complaints. Eloy is located within the West Pinal Moderate PM[^p5-10] non-attainment area, which includes all of the city's incorporated area and the majority of its planning area as shown on map EP-3, Pinal County Non-Attainment Areas.

Seasonal winds, unpaved roads and shoulders and agriculture and ranching operations all present challenge for the area's particulate matter (PM[^p5-10]) levels. The standard for PM[^p5-10] measures the County for three criteria pollutants, specifically carbon monoxide, ozone, and particulate matter (PM[^p5-10]). The Clean Air Act (CAA) and its subsequent amendments charge the EPA with the responsibility to administer national ambient air quality standards. Pinal County currently operates a PM[^p5-10] air-quality monitoring station located at the Eloy County Complex in Downtown Eloy.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) recommends paving or providing a topical treatment on dirt roads when they exceed 250 trips per day to reduce PM[^p5-10] conditions. The Environmental Planning Element seeks to mitigate this condition by proactively discouraging new development that will place extensive traffic burdens on dirt roads. Objectives of the Land Use Element and the Environment Planning Element should focus on reducing single occupant vehicle trips that increase carbon monoxide levels. Trail systems have been proposed in the Parks, Trails and Open Space Element in an effort to decrease automobile trips. In addition, the inclusion of transit service in the City would also improve air quality by reducing the number of vehicle trips between key community originations and destinations.

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### Climate
The average for temperatures within the planning area range from near freezing for short durations during the winter to well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the hottest days of the summer. Precipitation varies during the winter/spring and summer seasons. During the winter and spring, storm systems originate in the Pacific Ocean and cross Arizona as mild precipitation events in the lower elevations and snowstorms in the higher elevations. During the summer, rainfall typically begins in early July and extends through September. This is when the North American Monsoon is active, capable of producing intense thunderstorms of excessive winds, dust, rain and hail.

In the update of the Pinal County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, it was identified that the City has been documented with a highly likely probability with critical magnitude/severity for its wind hazard.

### 3.6.5 OBJECTIVES
The objectives within this Element provide the City with directions for future growth, development, and revitalization in areas where the environmental characteristics are suitable.

1. Verify floodplain hazard delineation and research alternatives to minimize hazards to persons, structures and to minimize erosion and elevated flood height risks.
2. Verify fissure hazard delineation and research alternatives to minimize hazards to persons and structures.
3. Protect and conserve the quality and quantity of surface and groundwater resources.
4. Promote long-term conservation of potable water resources.
5. Continue to treat effluent water to quality levels that will allow groundwater recharge.
6. Maintain and enhance air quality within the Planning Area of Eloy.
7. Identify, manage, and protect endangered and threatened species and species of special concern.
8. Preserve the natural aesthetic quality of the Sonoran Desert in developed areas through the use and preservation of the palo verde-saguaro plant community.
9. Develop appropriate regulations and procedures with the Pinal County Flood Control District to minimize flood hazards and loss of life.

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# Pinal County Nonattainment Areas Map
## Eloy General Plan

<<FIGURE>>

### Legend
| | |
|---|---|
| <<FIGURE>> | Pinal County Border |
| <<FIGURE>> | Apache Junction Serious PM10 Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | Miami Moderate PM10 Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | Hayden Moderate PM10 Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | West Pinal Moderate PM10 Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | West Central Pinal PM2.5 Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | 2010 SO2 and 2008 Lead NAAQS Nonattainment Area |
| <<FIGURE>> | 8-hr Ozone Nonattainment Area |

Disclaimer: This map is furnished for reference purposes only and is not suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. The City of Eloy assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented, and shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user.

Service Layer Credits: Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community, United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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# Slope Map
## Eloy General Plan

<<FIGURE>>

### Slope
| | |
|---|---|
| | < 5% |
| | 5 - 10% |
| | 10 - 15% |
| | 15 - 25% |
| | > 25% |

### Reference
| | |
|---|---|
| | Eloy City Limits |
| | Eloy Planning Boundary |
| | Railroad |

Disclaimer: This map is furnished for reference purposes only and is not suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. The City of Eloy assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented, and shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user.

Map EP-2
Map Date: January 2020

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# Soils Map
## Eloy General Plan

<<FIGURE>>

### Soil Classification
* Clay
* Clay loam
* Dateland-Denure complex
* Dumps-Pits association
* Fine sandy loam
* Fine sandy loam, saline
* Gunsight-Cipriano complex
* Gunsight-Pinamt complex
* Loam
* Loamy fine sand
* Mohall-Contine complex
* Mohall-Denure association
* Momoli-Carrizo complex
* Pajarito-Sonoita complex
* Pinamt-Momoli complex
* Rock outcrop - Akela, Cellar, Cherioni, Vaiva, Quilitosa
* Sandy loam
* Silt loam
* Silty clay
* Silty clay loam
* Tremant-Denure complex*

### Reference
* Eloy City Limits
* Eloy Planning Boundary
* Railroad

Disclaimer: This map is furnished for reference purposes only and is not suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. The City of Eloy assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented, and shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user.

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Map Date: January 2020

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## Open Space — 3.4 Parks, Open Space and Trails Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4931/34-Parks-Open-Space-and-Trails-Element
- Pages: 9
- Covers: open_space

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## 3.4 Parks, Open Space and Trails Element

### 3.4.1 GOALS
1. Improve the Community's livability, aesthetics and desirability through active and passive "green" space.
2. Provide a wide variety of organized recreation opportunities for residents of all ages.

### 3.4.2 PURPOSE
The Parks, Open Space and Trails Element focuses on providing passive and active open space areas for recreation opportunities, a sense of openness and to improve the aesthetics of the community. This element identifies existing and proposed parks, open spaces and trails that have enhanced and will further improve the City's livability.

### 3.4.3 EXISTING CHARACTER
Eloy's residents place a high value on parks and open space. Additional parks, open space and trails will be necessary, both from a community aesthetics and livability standpoint and to satisfy the objectives of the General Plan. Surrounding open vistas, native desert and mountains provide a scenic backdrop for the City and its residents.
While Eloy has grown slowly over the past five years, the population increase has not created the need for additional park land or open space for its citizens. The City of Eloy owns and maintains 12 park facilities and two community centers comprising nearly 22 acres as shown on Table P.1, Existing Parks and illustrated on Map P-1, Parks and Service Area Map.

The existing inventory of parks is limited to Mini Parks and Neighborhood Parks-none more than five acres in size. There are not any community (more than 15 acres) or district (more than 50 acres) level parks located in the City. However, an approximate 14 acre private Community Park is located in Robson Ranch to serve the recreation needs of its residents. The park includes tennis courts, pickle ball courts, pools, indoor workout facilities, softball field and dog park.

In addition, the City also owns several parcels within the City, which are currently vacant and identified for park uses. These parcels total 17.85 acres, are identified on the Parks and Service Area Map and consist of the following:

* Northwest Corner of Houser and Tumbleweed Roads 14.78 acres
* Sunland Visitors Center Park 1.74 acres
* Northwest Corner of Adams St. and Phoenix
* Northeast Corner of 13th Street and Myers Blvd. 0.22 acre
* Southwest Corner of Navajo Circle and Apache Dr. 0.55 acre
* Southeast Corner of Navajo Circle and Apache Dr. 0.56 acre

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### TABLE P.1, Existing Parks

| Park Type/Name | Facilities | Acreage | Service Area Radius |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Mini-Parks** | | | |
| **Anita Park** | Picnic Area and playground equipment. | 0.50 | 0.25 |
| **Chamber Park** | Grass area | 0.10 | 0.25 |
| **Maddux Park** | Grass area and picnic area. | 0.25 | 0.25 |
| **Toltec Park** | Picnic area, playground and half-court basketball. | 0.50 | 0.25 |
| **Toltec Senior Community Park** | Picnic and grass area. | 0.90 | 0.25 |
| **Veteran’s Heritage Park** | Seating area, gathering area | 0.23 | 0.50 |
| **Subtotal** | | **2.48** | |
| **Neighborhood Parks** | | | |
| **Central (Main Street) Park** | Grass field, park benches, and gazebo. | 1.32 | 0.50 |
| **Jones Park** | Ball field, concession stands, basketball court, swings, playground picnic area, swimming pool, skate park and restrooms | 4.55 | 0.50 |
| **North Toltec Park** | Picnic area, grass area, swings, playground and half-cour basketball. | 0.77 | 0.50 |
| **Shumway (North) Park** | Baseball field, concessions stands, tennis court, playground, picnic area, restrooms and basketball court. | 7.42 | 0.50 |
| **Troy Thomas/Trekell Park** | Grass area, playground, picnic area, swings and basketbal court. | 3.50 | 0.50 |
| **Sunland Visitors Center Park** | Ramadas, passive area, path | 1.70 | 0.50 |
| **Subtotal** | | **19.26** | |
| **Total** | | **21.74** | |

Source: City of Eloy, January 2020

The City of Eloy is providing public park space at a gross ratio of 1.25 acres per 1,000 persons. National standards recommend 3.0 acres per 1,000 persons, but the City has reduced it to 2.0 acres per 1,000 persons. These standards also recommend the same ratio for open space that exists for parks. While many similar size (in terms of population) communities not only achieve these national standards, several exhibit a much higher ratio of parks and open space per population than the City of Eloy, as illustrated below.

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### Table P.2 Existing Parks Comparison

| Community | Existing Population (2019) | Park Acreage | Park Acreage per 1,000 population |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Eloy | 17,412 (10,612*) | 21.74 | 1.25 (2.05**) |
| Coolidge | 12,187 | 50.6 | 4.10 |
| Chino Valley | 11,705 | 38.65 | 3.30 |
| Somerton | 15,759 | 13.8 | 0.88 |

Source: Community General Plans, July 2019

* Net population total, based on reduction of prison population and Robson Ranch.
**Based on non-incarcerated population
(Information obtained from each communities respective General Plan)

The Grande Valley Ranch (currently closed) and Robson Ranch Golf Courses both total approximately 175 acres. The Tierra Grande Golf Course is located in the planning area and includes approximately 63 acres. All three golf courses are privately owned and operated. They are, however, all open to the public.

The City’s Community Services Department also is responsible for the development of youth, adult and senior activities and offers a robust program offering including after school, youth athletics, teen activities, senior programs, special interest classes, family activities, community events and aquatics.

In the recent past, the City of Eloy has annexed a large area into its jurisdiction and has approved numerous large scale master plans. The low level of existing service for both park and open space acreage may be enhanced by requiring the provision and possible dedication of new parks and open space areas when such areas are considered for preliminary platting. The Parks, Open Space and Trails Element provides a basis for the City to quantify criteria by which development proposals may be considered in order to satisfy the City's adopted service levels for park, open space and recreation facilities.

### 3.4.4 DISCUSSION
To date, the City of Eloy has not adopted Park and Open Space standards. However, assuming that the City adopts a standard of two acres per 1,000 population, a total of 17 acres of developed park acreage should be provided based on a net year 2019 population of 8,712 residents (17,412-6,800 for prison population-1,900 for Robson Ranch). A total of 17 acres of open space should also be provided. The current increase in population to a gross total of nearly 17,500 people has been due in part to the increase in prison and retail hiring, which increases the local population. Subtracting the prison population and Robson Ranch population allows for an accurate determination of acreage need for Public Park and open space activities.
Currently, the City meets this goal for its net existing population by a total of four acres. By the year 2025, Eloy is forecast to contain an estimated gross population of 31,400 people (net population estimated at 19,900), which will require a total of 40 acres of City parks and an equal amount of open space. If this population threshold is met, the development of 19 acres of additional park land will need to occur.

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Pinal County prepared and adopted an Open Space and Trails Master Plan in 2007 for the entire County. The Master Plan includes maps detailing conceptual locations for trails, open space, and areas of historical and social resources that are recommended to be preserved. The proposed regional park (located in the Picacho Mountains) and trails, as they relate to the City of Eloy, and other components of historical and social importance within the City and Planning Area are incorporated into this element.

## Regional Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Facilities
In addition to the public parks administered by the City, the Eloy Planning Area also contains several regional level park facilities. These include the Ironwood Forest National Monument, Picacho Peak State Park, Casa Grande Mountain Natural Resource and Trail Park and Picacho Reservoir as shown on Map P-2, Parks, Open Space and Trails Map.

### Ironwood Forest National Monument
A portion of the Ironwood Forest National Monument is located within two areas of the Eloy Planning Area. One area consisting of 30.3 square miles is located in the southwestern portion of the Planning Area. Another area consisting of 9.2 square miles is located in the southern portion of the Planning Area. The Ironwood Forest National Monument is an approximate 129,000-acre area established by a Presidential Proclamation on June 8, 2000, to protect objects of ecological and cultural resource interest in their Sonoran Desert environment. The landscape of the Ironwood Forest National Monument exhibits rich, drought-adapted vegetation of the Sonoran Desert. Extensive stands of Ironwood, Palo Verde, and Saguaro are prevalent throughout the Monument.

The Monument also includes rugged mountain ranges, including the Sawtooth Mountains to the west and the Silver Bell Mountains to the south. The Monument contains objects of scientific biological, geological, and archeological interest throughout its desert environment.

### Picacho Peak State Park
Picacho Peak State Park was identified for acquisition by the Arizona State Parks Board in 1958. Over the next 10 years, multiple feasibility studies were conducted and development plans created. Finally, in 1968, the State Park was officially opened to the public, when the Arizona Legislature granted approval. In 1970, the State legislature authorized the purchase of an additional 2,760 acres from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to be added to the park. The park now consists of 3,469 acres of land.

Picacho Peak has been used in the past as a landmark due to its unique shape, as recorded in the 1700’s as part of the Anza Trail. In 1848, the Mormon Battalion constructed a wagon road through the Pass. Picacho Peak is also the site of a Civil War battle; the largest within Arizona (see Section 1.2).

### Casa Grande Mountain Park
Much of the Casa Grande Mountains is owned by the City of Casa Grande and incorporates an approximately 1,025 acre area devoted to trails and outdoor recreation. Currently, there is a proposal to include another area as joint-use. The Federal Government (Specifically the Arizona Army National Guard) owns an 800-acre parcel of land on the west side of the mountain and is used for training purposes. In addition, the Bureau of Land Management also owns a parcel approximately 80-acres in size. The City of Casa Grande is working to acquire, through transfer,

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the BLM parcel, and has extended an offer of "Joint-Use" with the Army who responded favorably. Parcels of land on the east side of the mountain are made up, largely, by private land holdings.
**Picacho Reservoir**

The Picacho Reservoir lies outside of the planning area to the northeast. In addition to its function as a potential reservoir, it serves as a primary habitat for nesting waterfowl in the winter. The reservoir is known as a Blue Heron rookery and is a stopover site for migratory birds, including the Glossy Ibis and Pelican.

## Proposed Park and Recreation Facilities

### Irrigation Canal Trail System
The Central Arizona Project (CAP) Canal, CAP-Central Main Canal, Santa Rosa Canal, and Florence-Casa Grande Canal are canals that traverse the planning area, providing water to primarily irrigate agricultural crops in the Santa Cruz Valley. The CAP transports Colorado River water east more than 300 miles to serve the agricultural, municipal and industrial and Native American users. The Bureau of Reclamation committed (during the canal planning process) to maintaining a 20-foot recreation corridor on the downstream side of the Canal. The intent is to use the corridor for a ten-foot wide, paved non-motorized path that provides connectivity to both Maricopa and Pima Counties. The Central Arizona Irrigation and Drainage District (CAIDD) canal rights-of way provide two wide, level strips of land, which could be suitable for multi-use trails (walking, bicycling, and/or equestrian). However, discussions with the irrigation districts would need to take place.
The Santa Rosa Canal as a multi-use trail could provide the greatest impact for a connected non-vehicular circulation system because of its passage through the inhabited and near term growth areas of Eloy. As conversion of land from agriculture to urban land use continues, the canal corridor will become more valuable as a recreation amenity. The Parks and Open Space Plan identifies not only the Santa Rosa but also the Florence- Casa Grande, CAP Central Main and Central Arizona Project canals for inclusion within a linked multi-use trail system.

Communication with representatives of the CAP and CAIDD as well as other affected landowners will be necessary to implement the proposed trail system and should be initiated by the City.

### Proposed Regional Park
The Pinal County Open Space and Trails Master Plan identified a proposed regional park to be located within an irregular outlined area within and north of the Picacho Mountains. Even though the majority of the proposed regional park is located outside the City of Eloy’s Planning Area, it is important to identify it and show how the trail networks provide non-vehicular connectivity. The proposed park includes a total of approximately 50,700 acres and is primarily owned by the Arizona State Land Department, with portions also held by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). It also is intending to connect with the northern boundary (across Interstate 10) of Picacho Peak State Park and provide passive oriented recreational activities that balance natural resource conservation with a natural environment experience for users.

### Multi-Use Urban Trail System
The street, utility, and railroad rights-of-way provide opportunities to add multi-use trails serving walking, bicycling, and equestrian modes of transportation. The potential locations for multi-use trails include Frontier Street (south side), Sunshine Boulevard (west side), Toltec Highway (east side), Estrella

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Road (east side), Shedd Road (south side) Lamb Road (west side), Henness Road (west side),, Harmon Road (south side) and Santa Cruz River (south of Harmon Road) with specific design standards to be determined as a component of a future Parks, Open Space and Trails Master Plan. In addition, the El Paso Natural Gas pipeline that passes through the City from northwest to southeast is also identified for a multi-use trail, extending from Houser Road to the Casa Grande Canal.

### Growth Area Park Development
As new development occurs-particularly residential, each section of land (640 acres) will be required to collectively provide the recommended level of service for improved park land. The land requirement will be determined based on the anticipated population of the area, which is based on the residential density and the mix of uses.

### Downtown Mini-Parks and Plazas
The revitalization of Eloy's Downtown provides an opportunity to incorporate additional Mini-Parks. These are small parks and plazas, typically less than an acre, that serve as gathering places and rest stops for shoppers. Vacant parcels that are strategically located (i.e. proposed 13th Street Park) to provide proximate access for residents, workers and visitors should be sought for land lease or purchase.

### Eloy Municipal Airport/Privately Managed Skydive Facility
The extensively used and nationally/internationally recognized Skydive Arizona facility, located at the airport, is extensively used throughout the year by a range of novice and experienced skydiving enthusiasts. As such, the significant airplane takeoffs and approaches on a daily basis fill the air above the City with parachutists, adding to the reputation of the City for this recreational activity. This activity also necessitates the presence of numerous drop zones in and around the airport that provide landing areas for the skydivers. The intent of this designation is to acknowledge the value that this activity provides from both an active recreational pursuit and a viable economic development component (tourism).

### Ironwood Forest Trailhead and Campground
The Parks, Open Space and Trails Map identifies the opportunity to site three trailhead and campgrounds adjacent to the portion of the Ironwood Forest National Monument located southwest and south of the City. Providing additional supportive access and amenities enhances visitation to this significant open space resource.

The regional and local open spaces, parks, and trails identified above establish a broad-based recreation system for the City of Eloy. The incremental development of these facilities will allow Eloy to meet the recommended park standards, and enhance access to open space and recreation pursuits consistent with the objectives of this Element.

### 3.4.5 OBJECTIVES
Objectives provide the City with direction for planning, reviewing, siting and designing future parks and open space acreage, and facilities. Specific objectives include:

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1. Develop a plan for a connected system of open space areas that protect and conserve natural, physical, cultural, and social resources.

2. Develop a multi-use trail system that provides connectivity throughout the city, to recreational areas, parks, and coordinates with County trails within the Planning Area.

3. Develop community parks within the City that provide a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities for City residents and visitors.

4. Research and develop park, open space and trail standards for residential and non-residential developments.

5. Research, draft and adopt park and open space policies to require open space and recreation area developments and/or dedications from developers, and to assist in preserving natural and social resources.

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# Parks Service Area Map

## Eloy General Plan

<<FIGURE>>

### City Parks
*   Mini-Park, Existing
*   Mini-Park, Proposed
*   Neighborhood Park, Existing
*   Community Park, Existing
*   Community Park, Proposed

### Park Service Area
*   Service Area (Existing)
*   Service Area (Proposed)

### Proposed Trails
*   Local Trails
*   National Historic Trails

This map is for reference only and has not been prepared or is suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. While every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy and completeness, the City of Eloy furnishes this map "as is", and assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user. The City of Eloy shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map.

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<<FIGURE>>

# Parks, Open Space and Trails Map
## Eloy General Plan

### Parks and Open Space
* City Park (Existing and Proposed)
* Open Space (Existing)
* Open Space (Proposed)
* Golf Course
* Private Community Park
* State Park
* National Monument
* Regional Park (Proposed)
* Restricted Use Open Space

### Proposed Trail System
* Canal Trail
* Multi-Use Trail
* Historical Trail
* Picacho North Trail
* Picacho South Trail
* Trailheads (Proposed)

### Reference
* Eloy City Limits
* Eloy Planning Area
* Railroad
* Canal
* Eloy Municipal Airport

<<FIGURE>>

Disclaimer: This map is furnished for reference purposes only and is not suitable for legal, financial, engineering, or surveying purposes or commitments. The City of Eloy assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies presented, and shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage in connection with, or arising from, the information on this map. Any conclusions derived from this map are the responsibility of the user.

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## Safety — 3.8 Public Facilities Element

- Source: https://www.eloyaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4935/38-Public-Facilities-Element
- Pages: 14
- Covers: safety

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# 3.8 Public Facilities Element

### 3.8.1 GOALS
1. Maintain and upgrade existing public facilities to serve the existing population and employment, and locate new facilities to serve new residents and workers.
2. Continue to provide high quality municipal services – administration, public works, community development, community services (parks and recreation), library, aviation, police and municipal court, and coordinate with non-municipal service providers-fire, education, electrical, natural gas, fiber to provide adequate services.

### 3.8.2 PURPOSE
The Public Facilities Element discusses the existing and future conditions within the City for the provision of public buildings and services. Goals and objectives have also been included to serve as a policy framework that provides adequate services and facilities now and in the future. The goals and objectives effectively guide developers, such that growth within the City may be coordinated with the timely provision of public services and the construction of public facilities.

### 3.8.3 EXISTING CHARACTER
A variety of services is provided by the City and private providers for the provision of public facilities and services within the City's incorporated area. These services include city administration/management, public library, public safety services, city/county court facilities, education facilities, medical facilities, parks and community centers, municipal airport, and utilities services. A summary description of each service is provided below and is shown on Map PF-1, Public Facilities Map:

#### City Administration/Management
The City of Eloy operates with a council-manager form of government. It has an elected mayor and six elected council members, as well as a city manager appointed by the City Council. The City of Eloy manages the City from its complex of offices on North Main Street. It also utilizes satellite facilities for several of its other departments.

The City of Eloy owns numerous parcels of land, some of which have buildings. These buildings provide office and support space to administer the functions necessary to maintain and operate a well-functioning city. The City Departments include:

* City Manager's Office
* City Clerk
* Community Development
* Finance
* Human Resources
* Library
* Council Chambers/Municipal Court
* Community Services (Parks and Recreation)
* Police
* Public Works/Engineering

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In the Spring of 2019, the City relocated a portion of its staff to a new City Hall Building. Located at 595 N. “C” Street, the new City Hall contains approximately 18,000 square feet and operates with the following staffing:

* City Council Chambers
* City Manager’s office
* Human Resources Department
* City Clerk
* Finance Department
* Community Development Department
* Community Room
* Office Space (for a private vendor)

The Eloy Police Department is located at 630 N. Main Street (southwest corner of 7th Street and Main Street). This location manages Animal Control; Field Service-Patrol Division; Records; and Support Services.

Another major City building is the City’s Public Works/Yard site located at 1137 W. Houser Road (southwest corner of Eleven Mile Corner Road and Houser Road). These functions include:

* Public Works Department
* Public Works Yard/Mechanic Shop
* Police Impound Yard

The City’s Community Services Department is located at 100 E. 7^th Street. This location manages the City’s public parks and community centers and administers its full complement of recreation programs for Eloy citizens of all ages.

Other supportive public buildings/facilities include the Eloy Municipal Airport, the Eloy Public Library (located as a joint use on the Santa Cruz High School campus) and the Troy Thomas Community Center and Toltec Senior Center.

### Eloy Public Library

The Eloy Public Library is co-located with the Santa Cruz Valley Union High School at 1000 N. Main Street. It currently contains 7,800 square feet, which includes both the main library and computer pod and a large room that hosts meetings, programs and events. For Fiscal Year 2017-18, the library was patronized by 75,979 people, conducted 889 reference transactions and 185 programs (attended by 5,229 citizens. The library also logged a total of 28,512 item circulation (including eMedia) in Fiscal Year 2017-18. The computer pod (17 computer terminals) logged 10,477 uses and 23,158 wi-fi uses. Its public internet bandwidth was recently increased from 7.5 Mbps to 25 Mbps to accommodate the increased Wi-Fi use of library patrons.

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## Public Safety Services

### Fire Protection
Since 1946, the City has been served by the Eloy Fire District. The District is a separate entity from the City, but serves nearly 60 percent of the City’s incorporated area (approximately 79 square miles) as well as portions of adjacent unincorporated County areas. The District operates from an administration building and two fire stations, which are located approximately four miles apart. Their response times (from dispatch to arrival) range from 4-6 minutes 90 percent of the time for the Downtown and Toltec areas of the City.

The administration office is located at 4010 N. Toltec Road and is utilized by the Governing Board, Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, Administrative Assistant and Accounting Clerk. Fire Station #522 is located at 4015 N. Toltec Road (across the street) and consists of one Class A pumper, two ambulances, a brush truck and a hazardous materials engine operated by 3 personnel 24/7 in three, 48 hour shifts (A, B, and C). Fire Station #521 is located at 500 S. Sunshine Blvd. and consists of two Class A pumpers, one ladder truck, one brush truck, one tender, one Battalion Chief truck, and two ambulances operated by 6 personnel 24/7 in three, 48 hour shifts (A, B, and C). Both stations provide 24/7 service.

In calendar year 2017, the Fire District, responded to approximately 2,536 emergency/medical calls and 620 fire and miscellaneous related calls. It should be noted that the Fire District participates in an Automatic Aid Agreement (wherein the Computer Aided Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Locator system will automatically determine the closest available, most appropriate unit(s) to respond to a call for service, regardless of jurisdictional boundaries) with Pinal County and the City of Casa Grande. So a portion of the calls for service may not be located within the City but within the surrounding jurisdictions. The District currently operates with an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of 4 (which ranges from 1 (best) to 10 (worst)). At this point in time, the District does not have any specific plans to increase the number of stations, but may consider a location in the northern portion of its service area in the future.

### Police Protection
The Eloy Police Department is located at 630 N. Main Street and operates with 30 sworn peace-officers (one of which is an unpaid volunteer), and- civilian positions including six (6) Communication/Detention Specialists, one (1) Police Records Clerk, one (1) Evidence Technician, one (1) Police Systems Support Specialist, one (1) Executive Secretary, one (1) full time Senior Animal Control Officer and one (1) part time Animal Control Officer. The Police Department currently has seven patrol vacancies, but intends to fill one position for Community Services Officer in Fiscal Year 2017-18. The department has a total of 24 vehicles, twelve (12) assigned to the patrol division, four (4) assigned to the detective division, three (3) assigned to the command staff, three (3) assigned as administrative vehicles, and two (2) for take- home cars for S.W.A.T. operators. The Department currently exhibits response times for a single unit for priority 1, 2 or 3 of 14 minutes. The response times for multi-units for Priority 1 and 2 calls are seven minutes for the first unit and 11 minutes for the second unit. For priority 3 calls its 10 minutes for the first unit, and 22 minutes for the second unit.

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Crime Data for calendar years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 is shown in Table PF.1, Crime Data, 2015-2019. Similar to the Fire District, the Department is a participant in the Automatic Aid Agreement with Pinal County, and Casa Grande.

#### Table PF.1, Crime Data, 2015-2019

| Class One Offenses | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | Percentage Change ** | Increase/Decrease |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Aggravated Assault** | 72 | 53 | 80 | 71 | 63 | -11% | Decrease |
| **Burglary** | 97 | 122 | 154 | 75 | 83 | 11% | Increase |
| **Homicide** | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | No Change |
| **Rape** | 8 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 14% | Increase |
| **Larceny-Theft** | 331 | 307 | 326 | 258 | 288 | 12% | Increase |
| **Auto Theft** | 29 | 36 | 28 | 24 | 25 | 4% | Increase |
| **Robbery** | 8 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 350% | Increase |
| **Arson** | | | | 6 | 9 | 50% | Increase |
| **Grand Total** | 546 | 522 | 598 | 443 | 485 | 9% | Increase |

Sources: Eloy Police Department; **Crime Comparison is 2018 versus 2019

A Comprehensive Services Delivery and Staffing Review report was prepared in 2016 (by Citygate Associates, LLC). The purpose of this report was to evaluate all aspects of field, command, and support operations. The report identified seven key themes and a host of recommendations (20) to meet current best practices in the delivery of police services.

The seven themes that were developed summarize the opportunities and challenges of the Department to enhance service delivery to Eloy citizens, workers and visitors:

* Theme One: Eloy enjoys a cohesive small-town community environment that it wishes to maintain and strengthen.
* Theme Two: Eloy’s elected officials are committed to the Police Department through the good times and bad times.
* Theme Three: The organization suffers from a self-imposed “image problem”
* Theme Four: Eloy’s large service area and detention facilities uniquely affect Police Department staffing needs and response times.
* Theme Five: The interstate corridor that traverses the City of Eloy is utilized for illegal drug and human trafficking. These activities contribute to the crime fighting challenges of the Police Department.
* Theme Six: There is significant trepidation and anticipation regarding the impending leadership transitions facing the Department with the next seven months.

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* Theme Seven: The Department needs written standards to monitor and manage performance metrics and adopt data analytics to aid in the performance analysis.

Of the 20 strategies that were identified, a total of three have direct and/or indirect implications for the general plan. These include:

* The Department should reclassify call types to ensure Police responds to the highest priority needs first. (Recommendation #1)
* Establish attainable response time goals to meet community expectations within the City's fiscal capabilities (Recommendation #3)
* Conduct a space needs assessment and a structural utilization study for the future Police facility (Recommendation #9)

### City/County Court Facilities
The City of Eloy operates a magistrate court (at the City Council Chambers) that hears and renders decisions regarding civil and criminal matters, including orders of protection. The Court provides jurisdiction over violations of both municipal ordinances and criminal misdemeanor offenses that have occurred within the City's incorporated area. The City and Town of Florence share (on a 50/50 basis) a full time judge. Pinal County also operates a Justice Court-Precinct 3 in the City, which is located at 801 N. Main Street. It is a court of limited jurisdiction and hears both civil and criminal cases.

### Education Facilities
The provision of public education is not in the City of Eloy's purview. However, because it a major public use and important community and economic component it is addressed in this general plan element. Education is organized into pre-primary, primary, secondary and post-secondary types and is shown on Map PF-2, Public Education Map.

#### Pre-Primary Education
There is currently one Head Start school in Eloy located at 105 N. “E” Street and assists 89 children. However, a new facility opened in the Fall of 2019 at 114 E. 3rd Street. Pinal Gila Community Child Services Inc. (PGCCS) is a family centered, community based, not-for-profit organization that provides opportunities for pre-school children and promotes self-sufficiency for families, in order to build stronger, healthier communities. PGCCS is the Head Start & Early Head Start Grantee and Operator in Pinal & Gila counties serving prenatal to five year olds. PGCCS Head Start is a comprehensive, school readiness program providing preschool services in a classroom setting. The Program provides the following:

* Preschool Program for ages 3-5 years;
* Creative Curriculum which is a research based curriculum;

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* Social Emotional skills are taught daily in the classroom with our curriculum, Conscious Discipline, which includes teaching problem solving, identifying feelings and stress management skills;
* Teaching Strategies GOLD ongoing child assessment which aligns with Arizona Early Learning Standards and assists teachers in individualizing for each child.
* Vision and hearing screenings as well as height/weight assessments to promote overall child health;
* Engagement activities with families to identify strengths, local resources and goal setting using the assessment Family Map;
* Works with school districts to identify children who may be at risk of developmental delay;
* Works with families and providers to ensure children have current physical exams, dental exams, appropriate testing; and treatment as needed to ensure each child is healthy and ready to learn;
* Provides consultation and referrals for children and families as needed.

Early Head Start is a federally funded, community based program that serves pregnant women, infants and toddlers. Low-income families, Children in Foster Care, Families receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Families whose child has a disability. Home Base services are provided in Apache Junction and the Hayden/Winkelman area. Center Base services are provided in the Miami/Globe area. Early Head Start staff is trained professionals who provide information and skills to support each child’s development, health services, and family sufficiency. Their goals are to promote healthy pregnancies by educating mothers on the importance of good prenatal care; promote parent involvement and education in the growth and development of very young children; assist families with obtaining appropriate health, nutrition, and social services for all family members; and increase community understanding of the importance of growth and development from prenatal through three years of age.

### Primary and Secondary Education
A total of four elementary school districts and two high school districts are located within the City’s incorporated boundaries. These are illustrated on Map PF-2, Public Education Map and are listed below:

* Casa Grande Elementary School District
* Eloy Elementary School District
* Picacho Elementary School District
* Toltec Elementary School District
* Casa Grande Union High School District
* Santa Cruz Valley Union High School District

Two additional elementary school districts (Red Rock and Mary C. O’Brien) are located within the City’s defined Planning Area and are also illustrated on Map PF-2, Public Education Map.

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The presence of portions of four different elementary school districts and two different high school districts within the City’s incorporated area creates numerous internal and external issues for a community. These issues are focused on the different curriculums at both the elementary, middle school and high school levels that may not align, the appropriate levels of staffing to support learning, and the organization of school boundaries that currently do not correspond with community boundaries, reducing a collective sense of community pride and funding resource opportunities.

A summary of the Existing Education Facilities within the City and Planning Area is provided in Table PF.2, Educational Facilities.

Table PF.2, Educational Facilities

| District Type | School Name | Size (acres) | Grades | Students | Teachers | Enrollment Area | |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| | | | | | | **City of Eloy** | **Planning Area** |
| **Eloy Elementary School District#11** | Curiel Primary School | 10.1 | K-3 | 271 | 14 | YES | YES |
| | Eloy Intermediate School | 10.2 | 4-6 | 267 | 16 | YES | YES |
| | Eloy Junior High School | 21.6 | 7-8 | 285 | 14 | YES | YES |
| **Toltec Elementary School District#22** | Toltec Elementary School | 25.1 | K-8 | 383 | 26 | YES | YES |
| **Santa Cruz Valley Union High School District** | Santa Cruz Valley Union High School | 29.4 | 9-12 | 370 | 23 | YES | YES |
| **Mary C. O'Brien School District** | Villa Oasis Interscholastic Center for Education | 4.0 | 9-12 | 126 | 12 | YES | YES |
| **Casa Grande Union High School District** | Vista Grande High School | 55.2 | 9-12 | 1,728 | 78 | YES | YES |
| **Picacho Elementary School District** | Picacho School | 14.3 | K-8 | 182 | 12 | NO | YES |
| **Red Rock Unified School District** | Red Rock Elementary School | 15.6 | K-8 | 398 | 22 | NO | YES |

Source: School Districts and City of Eloy, 2019
Note: Several of the school districts listed above have boundaries that also extend outside the City and its Planning Area. Therefore, it is important to note that the total student population listed for each school does not imply that all of those students exclusively reside within the City or its Planning Area.

The report card of Eloy public schools, as identified by the Arizona Department of Education identifies the following data for the most recent time period available in Table PF.3, School Report Card.

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### Table PF.3, School Report Card

| School | Title I Status | Graduation Rate (percent) | Attendance Rate (percent) |
| :--- | :--- | :---: | :---: |
| **Curiel Primary School** | Title I School | NA | 93 |
| **Eloy Intermediate School** | Priority | NA | 94 |
| **Eloy Junior High School** | Title I School | NA | 95 |
| **Casa Grande Union High School** | Title I School | 83 | 94 |
| **Santa Cruz Valley Union High School District** | NA | 90 | 91 |

Source: Arizona Department of Education; 2019

The Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (CAVIT) is a public school district working in partnership with eight area schools: Casa Grande Union High School (CGUHS), Coolidge High School, Florence High School, Maricopa High School, Poston Butte High School, San Tan Foothills High School, Santa Cruz Valley High School (SCVHS), and Vista Grande High School. The inclusion of CGUHS and SCVHS) any high school student residing in Eloy can begin preparing for high-wage, high-demand occupations while still in school by attending CAVIT in Coolidge. Any Eloy junior or senior high student who has met the prerequisites of an approved career and technology education program may enroll.

CAVIT offers cosmetology, emergency medical technician, fire science, law enforcement, massage therapy, medical assistant, nursing assistant and veterinary assistant programs for high school students. In an effort to provide students with authentic work-based learning opportunities, CAVIT has implemented three student-run clinics designed to provide students with on-the-job training on its campus. These clinics include: Animal Day Spa, Hair & Nail Clinic, Massage Spa, and a Wellness Clinic.

### Post-Secondary Education
There are not any colleges or universities located within Eloy's City limits or Planning Area. The closest campus is the Central Arizona College (CAC). Located in Coolidge, CAC is a comprehensive, accredited community college offering more than 50 pre-baccalaureate programs, from arts to engineering science, and more than 90 occupational programs of study. The college offers courses that transfer to universities and an extensive program of credit and noncredit professional development and skill enhancement classes.

Central Arizona College offers a wide variety of continuing education courses, programs and workshops, including custom tailored in-service training for local industry. CAC also offers courses through the internet and an interactive distance learning television network linking all district campuses (i.e. Signal Peak Campus (Coolidge), San Tan Campus (San Tan Valley), Maricopa

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Campus (Maricopa), Casa Grande Center, Florence Center) with a full range of course experiences.

The college also administers the Gloria R. Sheldon University Center, which provides a site for universities to offer baccalaureate and master level classes in Pinal County. Using the interactive distance learning television classrooms, students can continue their education towards a degree after completing their associates degree — all while attending classes at or near their local community college.

Central Arizona College coordinates with the county’s high schools in the development of a vocational oriented curriculum called Tech Prep. The Tech Prep program integrates the Arizona Essential Skill Competencies into classroom practice related to the world of work. The City of Eloy would welcome the opportunity to have a Central Arizona College Center or Campus, or another college and/or technical training institution locate in the community in the future.

### Medical Facilities
Sunlife Family Health Center, located at 205 N. Stuart Boulevard, provides family health care, including diagnosis and treatment of major and minor illness; management of chronic health conditions; women’s wellness; well-child examinations and immunizations; patient education; referral; and follow-up care.

The City of Eloy does not currently have a hospital. The closest hospital (Banner Casa Grande Medical Center) includes a supportive urgent care center. One other urgent care center (NextCare) is also located within Casa Grande approximately 15 miles northwest of the Downtown.

The Pinal County Public Health Department's Eloy Clinic is located at 302 E. 5^th Street and provides both Community Health Nursing and Women Infant and Children (WIC) services, including childhood immunizations, family planning, birth control supplies/methods, pregnancy testing, STD testing, Well Women HealthCheck Program for cancer screening, nutrition education, breast feeding support, and supplemental foods or food boxes.

### Parks and Community Centers
The City Community Services Department maintains and manages nine parks (including an aquatics center) in Eloy. It also administers a full complement of community centers and recreation program activities (which vary by season) offered to residents of all ages (children, adults and seniors). The community centers are identified and described in Table PF.4, Recreation Facilities below.

Parks are addressed in the Parks and Open Space Element. The City also operates and maintains the 20 acre Eloy Memorial Park Cemetery, located at 5839 E. Milligan Road. The City provides a sliding scale of rates for plots based on city residency, county residency or outside Pinal County residency. The Community Services staff maintains the Cemetery.

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Table PF.4, Recreation Facilities

| Name | Address | Size (Sq. Ft.) | Summary |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Troy Thomas Community Center | 501 W. 3rd Place | 4,300 | This recreation facility offers programs and classes for preschoolers, youth, teens, and adults. The 2,300 sq. ft. multipurpose room is equipped with a kitchen, and seats approximately 200 people. This facility can be used for plays, concerts, meetings and receptions upon request. |
| Toltec Community Center and Senior Center | 3650 W. Shedd Road | 5,300 | This 3,800 sq. ft. recreation center offers programs for youth and adults, and is home to the local senior citizen program, and Zumba Fitness. Equipped with a kitchen, furniture, and a 1,500 sq ft assembly hall, this facility is ideal for meetings and community gatherings. |
| Community Services Department Room and APS Room | 100 E. 7th Street | 8,000 | The Eloy Recreation Center (ERC) serves as home to the administration offices of the Community Services Department. Throughout the year, the ERC offers a wide variety of programming for all ages engaging guests through art, dance music and more. With meeting space of approximately 546 sq. ft. for groups of up to 20 people. |

Source: City of Eloy, January 2019

### Municipal Airport

Initially constructed by the US Air Force in 1969 to train the T-41 aircraft, the 91- acre Eloy Municipal Airport is a public use general aviation airport located three miles northwest of Eloy, and contains a lighted asphalt runway that is 3,900 feet long by 75 feet wide and can accommodate aircraft up to 27,500 pounds single wheel loading. Taxiway “A” is asphalt, full length and parallel with the runway with a 40 foot width and 200 foot runway centerline separation distance. There are currently three entries/exits to Runway 2-20. Taxiway “A” currently does not contain holding aprons or a lighting system.

In the 1970’s and 1980’s, the airport was primarily used for crop dusting operations for local agricultural fields. In the early 1990’s, Skydive Arizona located adjacent to the Eloy Municipal Airport, which now produces a heavy amount of parachute jumping activity on its east side. As of 2014, there were a total of 23,450 aircraft operations made by based and itinerant aircraft. The Airport is designated as an A-II airport, with an ultimate design code of B-II. The existing critical design aircraft is the DHC Twin Otter and the ultimate critical design aircraft is the Citation 560 Excel. SkyDive Arizona provides 100LL fuel and Jet-A fuel. The Bent Prop Restaurant and Bar is located on site, and its hours are determined seasonally.

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The landside facilities include four tenants: Airborne Systems, Brunetto Flying Service, High but Dry Balloons, and Rigging Innovations, Inc. Skydive Arizona, Aero Specialists, Arizona Aeropainting, Crop First Aviation operate through the fence. A total of two T-hangars (accommodating 12 aircraft) and five business hangars are located on the airport property. A total of 28 tie-down spaces are available. The airport is protected by an eight-foot chain link fence with three strands of barbed wire and 28 spaces provide vehicle parking.

In July 2011, the City adopted the updated Eloy Municipal Airport Master Plan. The master plan was updated to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) design and safety standards. It also is intended to evaluate the airport’s capabilities and role, to forecast future aviation demand, and to plan for the timely development of new or expanded facilities to meet future aviation demand.

The master plan identifies the following forecasted operational demands at the Airport, as shown on Table PF.5, Airport Operations below.

### Table PF.5, Airport Operations

| Annual Operations | Base Demand | Short Term | Intermediate Term | Long Term |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Military | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| General Aviation | 28,450 | 30,800 | 34,500 | 45,400 |
| **Total** | **27,550** | **30,900** | **34,600** | **45,500** |
| | | | | |
| Based Aircraft | 41 | 50 | 60 | 100 |

Source: Eloy Municipal Airport Master Plan; July 2011

A summary of the 2019 Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP) identifies the following improvements over the next five years:

*   Installation of security fencing (2019)
*   Construct drainage improvements (2020)
*   Construct relocated Taxiway “A” (2020)
*   Install new Medium Intensity Runway edge Lighting (MIRL) on Runway 2-20 (2020)
*   Update Airport Master Plan (2021)
*   Construct drainage improvements (2021)
*   Prepare Environmental Assessment for Runway 2 extension (2022)
*   Acquire land for Runway 2 extension (2023)
*   Design extension for Runway 2 (2023)

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### Utilities Services

### Sewer
The City and several private companies provide sewer service to properties within the City's incorporated area as shown on Map PF-3, Sanitary Sewer System map. However, there are many properties in the City which still utilize septic systems. The existing wastewater reclamation facility (WRF) is located south of the southwest corner of Houser and Eleven-Mile Corner Roads. The WRF operates at 0.65 million gallons per day (mgd) and has a capacity of 2.0 mgd. It is not currently slated for any expansion in the City's adopted Capital Improvement Program.

In 2007, a Wastewater Master Plan was completed to guide the City in making informed and sound decisions regarding sewer and wastewater infrastructure system expansion needs. The Master Plan divided the City's Designated Management Agency area into ten distinct areas. All development, which occurs within the City, will be required to satisfy not only the objectives of the General Plan, but also the requirements of the Wastewater Master Plan.

### Water
The City of Eloy serves the Downtown and Toltec areas with potable water at the present time as shown on map PF-4, Water System map. A total of four groundwater wells, three storage tanks and distribution lines comprise the City's system to deliver water to its customers. The groundwater wells (WL-55-591447-3, WL-55-605452-4, WL-55605454-5, and WL-55-605455-6) are all located in the Downtown, south of Frontier Street. The two storage tanks hold a total of two million gallons of water and are located on the west side of Main Street, south of Frontier Street. One of the tanks is located on the north side of Houser Road, west of Frontier Street and the other water tank is located at the Eloy Municipal Airport.

In addition to the City, seven other providers also serve smaller areas within the City's incorporated area. These other providers include:

* Arizona Water Company (Casa Grande)
* CoreCivic
* Global Water-Picacho Cove Water
* Picacho Water Company
* Picacho Water Improvement Corporation
* Spring Branch Water Company, Inc.
* Sunland Water Company

In 2007, the City prepared a Water Master Plan which recommended a total of 4.0 million gallons of water storage per two square miles of developed area (assumed to be developed with a residential density of 2.6 du/ac) to meet the future needs of the community (assuming an average of 3.0 persons per household and 125 gallons of water use per day by each household). The twomile spacing would be expected to decrease if the density of the contributing area increases. As

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such, additional wells would expect to be constructed near the Santa Rosa Canal and at various locations around the City.

### Electric
The majority of the City is administered by Arizona Public Service (APS), and several small portions of the Planning Area are administered by Trico Electric Cooperative. Overhead electrical transmission lines, substations and generating plants traverse through the City and Planning Area. A total of seven entities provide these facilities, which include:
* Arizona Public Service (APS),
* Electric Districts 2, 4 and 5,
* Salt River Project (SRP),
* Tucson Electric Power (TEP),
* Central Arizona Project (CAP); and
* Western Area Power Administration (WAPA).

The overhead electrical transmission lines range in size from 115kV to 500kV.

### Natural Gas
There are several trunk and distribution lines transmitting natural gas through and to the City. The trunk lines are owned and operated by Kinder Morgan. Southwest Gas has the Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CC&N) for distribution within the City and the surrounding area.

### Broadband
CenturyLink operates and maintains a fiber network in portions of the City. However, there are additional providers in other areas of the City including Orbitel Communications (Robson Ranch) and AireBeam Broadband.

### Refuse Collection/Landfill
Solid waste collection for residential customers is administered by the City and is provided by Right Away Disposal (RAD). Commercial solid waste collection is also provided by RAD, and other private collection services. The City and RAD have also partnered to provide a curbside recycling program to residents

Residential waste is transported to RAD's landfill, located on the east side of Neumann Mountain. The City of Eloy's landfill is located at 305 S. Toltec Highway. The landfill is currently only accepting refuse from current property owners in Eloy (currently limited to one ton per month). The landfill is located on approximately 160-acres of useable land. The City has enough space in the existing cell to continue dumping and storing refuse at the current rate for many years.

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### 3.8.4 DISCUSSION
It is important to recognize that historically, the City of Eloy has functioned as an agricultural and rural community. Over the past 15 years, the community has been evolving with development and expansion of commercial, rail oriented industry and privately-owned correctional facilities. Close proximity to Interstates 10 and 8, State Route 87 and Frontier Street places the City in a prime location to grow its employment base and population, and thus increase its necessary facilities and services.

As the City continues to grow and develop, these services will need to expand and grow. Additional sewer collection and treatment and water distribution and resources and storage will need to be provided, new parks will need to be constructed, existing parks may need to be upgraded or expanded, and Police personnel and facilities may need to be increased too.

### 3.8.5 OBJECTIVES
1. Continue to provide adequate public services and facilities in order to maintain and improve the residents', workers' and visitors' quality of life while enhancing the community's attraction.

2. Continue to plan for and provide necessary and efficient law enforcement services to the City.

3. Continue to coordinate with the Eloy Fire District to provide efficient and capable fire prevention and suppression and medical response services to the City and surrounding Planning Area.

4. Maximize the usefulness, efficiency and affordability of city utilities and infrastructure for Eloy's residents and businesses.

5. Coordinate City services with non-municipal utility providers to ensure new and existing developments in previously rural areas have adequate utility services.

6. Actively coordinate with local school districts, charter schools and institutions of higher learning in the planning, design, construction and rehabilitation of facilities.

7. Actively coordinate with dry utility companies regarding placement, design and size of proposed and future overhead/underground transmission lines.