On August 26, 2026, Mayor Cathey Rusing and Mayor Pro Tem Lois Fruhwirth hosted a community town hall to provide an update on the Public Safety Tax Initiative, also known as Proposition 478. The presentation included an update on current public safety initiatives and a financial reconciliation comparing current costs with the original plans and estimates.

The presentation and meeting minutes are available below for those who would like to learn more about Proposition 478 and the City’s ongoing public safety investments.

Presentation

Minutes

You can learn more and follow the progress of the Public Safety Tax Initiative at: https://participateprescott.com/public-safety-proposition-478