ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANDIDANCY: I want to take this opportunity to announce that I will be seeking a third term as the Mayor of Globe in the 2024 election. A lot of thought, the continued support of my wife and family and the grace of God has led me to this …
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Bed tax system and sewer improvements top agenda at Council’s February 13 meeting
*Note: Because of the length of items covered, we’ve split this into two parts. The Bed Tax #6A is covered in part two. Members of the Globe City Council: Mayor Al Gameros, Vice Mayor Mike Stapleton (District 4), and Council members Freddy Rios (District 1), Mike Pastor (District 2), Jesse …
Read More »Bed Tax changes tabled after lengthy response from Bed Tax organizations
On Tuesday, February 13, Globe City Council received pushback from a packed house as members of Bed Tax organizations attended to speak out about proposed changes to the Bed Tax distribution outlined at a previous meeting. The changes involve funding cuts to four of the five organizations to add the …
Read More »RCAC returns to Globe for board meeting and progress report
The nonprofit organization that helped kickstart Globe’s economic development in 2018 will return to the City this month when the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) conducts its annual board meeting. Twenty-one board members from RCAC’s 13-state service area will convene in Globe for their yearly gathering. They’ll also be here …
Read More »Open letter to Globe City Council opposing Bed tax changes
City proposal ‘robs Peter to pay Paul’ as they cut funding to the Chamber and others to sustain First Friday The City of Globe has recently unveiled a proposal that essentially takes money away from the Bed tax organizations to support First Fridays. The plan involves channeling an additional $40,000 …
Read More »MAYOR’S REPORT: January 2024
As another year ends, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude and well wishes and Happy Holidays to our Council, our City Staff, and to all our Residents. 2023 has been filled with remarkable achievements and milestones in our city. These would have not been possible without the dedicated work …
Read More »Council considers bed tax changes at January 23 meeting
Members of the Globe City Council: Mayor Al Gameros, Vice Mayor Mike Stapleton (District 4), and Council members Freddy Rios (District 1), Mike Pastor (District 2), Jesse Leetham (District 3), Mariano Gonzalez (District 5), and Fernando Shipley (District 6). All members were in attendance at this meeting except Councilman Rios …
Read More »New businesses in Globe add excitement to 2024
There’s a sense of anticipation in the local business community, as the calendar turns to the new year and buildings that have sat idle begin to fill with new signs of life. From restaurant chains expanding into Globe to hometown entrepreneurs turning their dreams into reality, 2024 will usher in …
Read More »Globe Council discusses home demolition, invocations, sidewalks
Cedar Street eyesore to be demolished Council discussed the issue of dilapidated properties, which came up in connection with the abatement of a dilapidated home at 462 E. Cedar Street. Since 2018 the City has been trying to get the house either torn down or improved due to its dilapidated …
Read More »Connie’s Bridge finances, Globe water quality top agenda
Members of the Globe City Council: Mayor Al Gameros, Vice Mayor Mike Stapleton (District 4), and Council members Freddy Rios (District 1), Mike Pastor (District 2), Jesse Leetham (District 3), Mariano Gonzalez (District 5), and Fernando Shipley (District 6). All members were in attendance at this meeting except Councilman Leetham …
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