The Queen Creek Town Council will address Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee membership on September 2, 2026. Officials consider removing Anati Zubia due to attendance issues. Shannon Kellso is proposed to fill the vacancy with a term ending August 31, 2027.
Briar Doyle
September 5, 20261 min read
The Queen Creek Town Council will hold a regular session on September 2, 2026.
Officials are discussing potential action regarding the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.
Anati Zubia faces formal removal from the advisory panel.
The departure would be effective immediately due to a lack of attendance.
A vacancy will open following the removal.
Shannon Kellso is proposed to fill the position.
The appointment term concludes on August 31, 2027.
Queen Creek Town Council Regular Session (2026-09-02). Retrieved from https://queencreekaz.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=3&clip_id=1906
Briar Doyle
Briar Doyle covers Queen Creek city hall, the council, and county government.
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