Government:
According to a recent poll, the overwhelming majority of city and town
residents believe their local governments are operating efficiently.
Incorporated Town:
At incorporation, a community with 3,000 residents
or fewer may only incorporate as a town.
City or Town:
At incorporation, a community with 3,000 or more residents
may incorporate as either a city or a town.
Bonds:
In order to issue bonded debt, it must first be approved
by a majority of voters at a municipal election.
Arizona’s Workforce:
83 percent of Arizonas workforce resides within a city or town.
Arizona Residents:
79 percent of Arizonas residents live
in an incorporated city or town.
Budget:
On average, cities and towns in Arizona spend more than
60 percent of their general fund budget on public safety.
Government:
86 of Arizona’s 91 cities and towns operate
under the council-manager form of government.