RFP Rancho Mañana / Miramonte LoopMill and Pave

Please see the RFP (PDF) for details.

Cave Creek accepted into Regional Automatic Aid system

PRESS RELEASE January 7, 2022For Immediate Release

Cave Creek accepted into Regional Automatic Aid system

Cave Creek, AZ— On January 7^th, 2022, notice was given to the Town of Cave Creek and the Dais...

Roadwork Announcement: Lane-closures for finishing touches of micro-surfacing project January 5th

There will be lane restrictions on January 3rd for final activity related to the microsurfacing project.   For questions or comments please contact the Public Works Department: 480-488-6612. 

Grand Opening of Cave Creek Fire Station

The Town of Cave Creek and Daisy Mountain Fire District celebrated the grand opening of Cave Creek Station #1 / DMFD Station # 147 today, January 3^rd, 2022. Mayor Ernie Bunch and Brian Moore, Board Chairman of Daisy Mountain Fire District, kicked-off the ...

Council Approves 2021 Water Policy Changes

PRESS RELEASE

December 28, 2021

Council Approves 2021 Water Policy Changes

CAVE CREEK, AZ— At the Regular Council Meeting on December 20^th, 2021, Town Council voted to approve changes to the Town’s water poli...

Grand Opening: Cave Creek Fire Department January 3rd

PRESS RELEASE  December 22, 2021 For Immediate Release

Grand Opening: Town of Cave Creek Fire Department

Cave Creek, AZ— On January 3^rd from 7:30 am – 11:00 am the public is welcome to join t...

Letter to Insurance Organizations from Town of Cave Creek regarding Fire and EMS services

As of January 3^rd, 2022, the Town of Cave Creek’s fire station will be operational. In conjunction with Daisy Mountain Fire + Medical, this station will service fire and medical emergency services within Town limits as part of the Regi...

Herbicide Application Happening Along Cave Creek Rd & Carefree Highway Dec 22, ongoing

In response to the emergence of Globe Chamomile (aka Stinknet), an invasive species, the Town of Cave Creek Public Works crew will be applying herbicide along Carefree Highway and Cave Creek Rd intermittently for two weeks, beginning on December 22nd, 202...

Cave Creek General Plan Receives Award

In 2021, the American Planning Association awarded the Town of Cave Creek with Best Comprehensive General Plan for Jurisdiction Population 49,999 or less.  The Cave Creek Planning Department coordinated updates to the General Plan along...

Press Release: GFOA awards Certificate of Achievement to Town of Cave Creek

(Chicago, Illinois)—Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Town of Cave Creek for its annual comprehensive financial repo...

Notice: Use of Bicycles Now Prohibited in Canyon Ridge Estates Subdivision

As of December 15, 2021:  

Pursuant to a ruling from the Maricopa County Superior Court in Case No. CV2019-052824, bicycles are not allowed to be used on the public trails within the Canyon Ridge Estates Subdivision. The decision may be appealed, ...

Roadwork Announcement: Lane-closures for Final Microsurfacing Phase Dec 8th - 17th

Roadwork Announcement: Final Adjustments to Cave Creek Road Micro-Surfacing Project Underway December 8^th- 17th

Please be aware that there will be lane restrictions in Town Core for 3 - 5 days between December 8th and December 17th, while the Tow...

Preview of IGA Agreement with Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical

An intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) to provide emergency fire and medical services for the Town has been developed between the Town of Cave Creek and Daisy Mountain Fire Department. This agreement is scheduled for Town Council consideration and ...

Cave Creek Celebrates Graduating Class of Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical Firefighters

PRESS RELEASE

November 29, 2022

For Immediate Release 

Cave Creek Celebrates Graduating Class of Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical Firefighters 

Cave Creek, AZ— On Friday, November 19^th, Daisy Mountain Fire and Medi...

Cave Creek, AZ— The Dark Sky Initiative hosted a Town-sponsored stargazing gathering on November 7th

PRESS RELEASE

November 29, 2022

For Immediate Release

Cave Creek Arizona Loves Dark Sky Stargazing

Cave Creek, AZ— The Dark Sky Initiative hosted a Town-sponsored stargazing gathering on November 7^th at the entrance of the Spur Cr...

Cave Creek Local Landmarks Plaque Presentation at Oregano's, November 30th

Press Release: Cave Creek Funds Fire Department

 PRESS RELEASE November 24, 2021 For Immediate Release

Cave Creek to Fully Fund Its New Fire Department

Cave Creek, AZ— The Mayor and Town Council of Cave Creek agreed at a special ...

Special Town Council Meeting: Fire and EMS Services Budget-related Presentation

On Monday, November 22^nd, at 6 pm during a Special Council Meeting at Town Hall the Town’s economic and financial consultants, Rounds Consulting Group and Pat Walker, will provide a review of current fiscal trends including an evaluation of the Town’s abi...

Town of Cave Creek begins Fire Permitting and Inspections Processes October 1st, 2021

PRESS RELEASE

September 30, 2021

For Immediate Release

Town of Cave Creek begins Permitting and Inspections Processes

 for Sprinkler and Fire Alarms Friday October 1st 

CAVE CREEK, A...

Cave Creek 100 Horse Ride November 13th

The 100 Horse Ride is an all-equestrian event dedicated to our military and veteran heroes and our Western heritage, organized by the community.The ride begins at Galloway Wash and Spur Cross Road and riders will follow bagpiper Wheaton McClanathan south ...

Cave Creek Dark Sky: Star Gazing Party

Date: November 7th, 2021

Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm

Arrive: Before 6:00pm to avoid car lights disrupting the night sky

(Weather Permitting)

Where:  Spur Cross Recreation Area Parking Lot  (Located at the end of Spur Cross Rd. in Cave Creek)

Astronom...

Roadwork Announcement: October 4th Microsurfacing Phase II to last 2-4 weeks

Roadwork Announcement: October 4^th Cave Creek Road Micro-Surfacing Project Underway. Duration: 2 – 4 weeks. 

The Town of Cave Creek is completing a microsurface overlay installation on Cave Creek Rd which will continue on Octob...

Town of Cave Creek looking to limit new water meters outside Town Limits

PRESS RELEASE

September 28, 2021

Town of Cave Creek  looking to limit 

new water meters outside Town Limits

CAVE CREEK, AZ— At the Regular Council Meeting on September 20^th, 2021, Town staff presented ...

Fire and Emergency Service Presentation: Regular Council Meeting, October 18th

Click here to view the October 18th Regular Council Meeting Agenda, which includes the following outline on a presentation being given by Rounds Consulting Group on fire and emergency related services for the Town of Cave Creek. 

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Local Landmarks Ceremony Oct 23rd at Coyote Creek

Press Release: Cave Creek Fire Service Agreement Approved

PRESS RELEASEOctober 7, 2021For Immediate Release

Cave Creek Fire Service Agreement Approved

The Town of Cave Creek and Daisy Mountain Fire District took another major step towards the goal of improving both local and regional ...

Arizona's Family on Cave Creek Fire and Emergency Service

 Jason Barry on Arizona's Family covering developments regarding Fire and Emergency Service Protection for the Town of Cave Creek: 

Click here for the Article.Click here for video on  Youtube:

Letter from the Town Manager and Deputy Fire Chief Jim Ford on Fire and Emergency Service

Community Discussion: Fire and Emergency Services in Cave Creek, AZ

 The Town of Cave Creek has hosted four community discussions covering Fire and Emergency Services for the Town of Cave Creek, followed by Questions and Answers open to the public. We encourage you to view and sharethe ...

Dedication Ceremony at Spur Cross September 13th Celebrating 20+ years

You are invited to join The Town of Cave Creek on September 13^th at 10am, as we commemorate the acquisition of Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area which happened 20+ years ago, with the unveiling of The Spur Cross Memorial created and donated by Council Me...

Mayor Ernie Bunch Recognized for 16 Years of Service by the League of Arizona Cities and Towns

Herbicide Application Happening Along Cave Creek Rd & Carefree Highway Week of September 2nd, 2021

In response to the emergence of Globe Chamomile (aka Stinknet), an invasive species, the Town of Cave Creek Public Works crew will be applying herbicide along Carefree Highway and Cave Creek Rd beginning the week of September 2nd, and throughout the month...

Fire and Emergency Service Protection: Cave Creek to Lease & Purchase Fire Station

PRESS RELEASE

DATE: August 18, 2021 

Fire and Emergency Service Protection: 

Cave Creek to Lease and Purchase Fire Station   

CAVE CREEK, AZ — The Town Council is moving forwar...

Flash Flood Watch August 31st & September 1st

Herbicide Application Happening Along Carefree Highway Week of August 9th, 2021

In response to the emergence of Globe Chamomile (aka Stinknet), an invasive species, the Town of Cave Creek Public Works crew will be applying herbicide along Carefree Highway and Cave Creek Rd beginning the week of August 9th, and throughout the month. &...

Canceled: WAC and WWAC Meetings Aug 11th

The WAC and WWAC Meetings scheduled for Aug 11th have been canceled. Please follow the Town's calendar for details on the next upcoming meetings scheduled for September 8th : www.CaveCreekAZ.gov

ROADWORK: Trails Construction Aug 2nd & 3rd

 TRAILS & ROADWORK UPDATE: Cave Creek— August 2^nd and 3^rd the following projects will be conducted throughout the Town Core. Thank-you in advance for slowing down to protect Town staff and the crews improving our trails and roadways....

Be on Alert for Flash Flooding During Thunderstorms

Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Mayor Ernie Bunch (second from left) celebrated with representatives from Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 15. The hospital, scheduled to officially open in the next few weeks, will offer 24/7 emergency care and su...

4pm Local Landmarks Unveiling at The Hideaway, July 20th

Join us at 4pm today (July 2oth), for a toast to The Hideaway and the

 unveiling of the next Cave Creek Local Landmarks brass plaque award.

Read on...

Town of Cave Creek 2021-2022 Fiscal Budget Summary

The Town of Cave Creek’s mission is to support the community by effectively managing public services and fostering our unique southwestern ways of life. Each year, the Cave Creek Town Council adopts a budget that is based on a fiscal year that b...

Be on Alert for Flash Flooding During Thunderstorms

Fire Safety Permit Needed for All Spark Generating Activity: Welding, Grinding, Open Flames...

 Familiarize with Cave Creek Stage I and Stage II Restrictions

PERMITTING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL SPARK-GENERATING ACTIVITY

November 2, 2020 the Town of Cave Creek updated its Stage I and Stage II Fire Restrictions. With ongoing drought and ...

Cave Creek Newsletter: Fire Safety Edition, Summer 2021

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE NEWSLETTER: 

FIRE SAFETY EDITION, SUMMER 2021(Also available in print at Town Hall administrative offices )

Whispering Hills becomes Cave Creek's first Firewise/USA Community

During this past May, two key things happened regarding Fire Safety and Awareness for the Town of Cave Creek:

Firstly, on the evening of May 19^th, the Whispering Hills Community at 36^th Street and Carefree Highway was officially recogni...

Cave Creek Residents are you Registered for CodeRED Emergency and Weather Alerts? Sign up now:

Cave Creek Residents are you Registered for CodeRED Emergency and Weather Alerts? Sign up now;

www.CaveCreekAZ.gov/CodeRED

Read on...

Roadwork Announcement: April 26th Cave Creek Road Micro-Surfacing Project Underway

The Town of Cave Creek is completing a microsurface overlay installation on Cave Creek Rd starting May 3rd. Preparation work will begin April 26^th.  The project boundaries will consist of all northbound and southbound lanes, including turning bay...

Cave Creek Rodeo Days Happening Memorial Day Weekend, 2021

Cave Creek Rodeo Days happens Memorial Day weekend this year, May 29, 30 & 31st.

 To volunteer, for tickets, and all other rodeo-related information please contact the rodeo: www.CaveCreekRodeo.com

FOX 10's Cory McCloskey on Cave Creek...

Cave Creek Local Landmarks to Unveil First Brass Plaque Award May 29th 9-10pm at Harold's Corral

The first Cave Creek Local Landmark Award is being presented to Harold's Cave Creek Corrall (before the Cave Creek Rodeo Days Dance) on May 29th, from 9 pm - 10 pm Saturday evening.  Admission for this ceremony is free of charge. &nb...

Vote in the Upcoming Election on The General Plan, May 18

For more detailed information on the election visit: www.CaveCreekAZ.gov/ElectionsTo view The General Plan visit: www.CaveCreekAZ.gov/GeneralPlanOn November 2, 2020, Cave Creek Town Council passed Resolution No. R2020-27 authorizing a sp...

Parking Lot Expansion at Spur Cross Ranch Begins May 10th

Increased volume at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area and the Jewel of the Creek have caused a strain on available vehicle parking.  In a collaborative public/private effort between the Town, Maricopa County Parks and Larson Excavation, the Town...

Reminder: Special Council Meeting to review 2022 Budget Draft April 26, 9am

REMINDER: Special Council Meeting (for discussion only) to review the 2022 Budget Draft.  Participate in-person at Town Hall in the Council Chambers or virtually via zoom (click link below).

To participate via Zoom click here 

To view the ...

Water Interruption for Maintenance _ Shutoff Tuesday Evening May 4th 10pm

The Town’s Neary Reservoir/Booster station is the main booster station for the Town's water system. The Utilities Department needs to complete maintenance on the main control valve at the site, which will require an overnight shutdown o...

Red Flag Weather Warning: April 21st 11am-8pm

Today (April 21st) a Red Flag Warning is in effect from 11am this morning to 8pm  this evening for strong winds, low relative humidity, and high fire danger for Maricopa County. Winds are anticipated to reach gusts of up to 40mph. 

Source...

Second Application of Herbicide Happening Along Carefree Highway Monday April 23rd, 2021

Town Hall Tonight: Regular Council Meeting 6pm

Regular Council Meeting to be held in Council Chambers at Town Hall tonight, starting at 6pm. You can also view remotely via zoom.

Safety guidelines will be in place for the in-person gathering at Council Chambers. Please wear a mask and keep a distance of...

Carefree v. Cave Creek Settlement Agreement

Carefree v. Cave Creek Settlement Accepted

March 15, 2021 

In January, the Town of Cave Creek received the Decision by a panel of arbitrators in the case of Carefree v. Cave Creek.  On March 12, 2021, the Town agreed to a Settlement of the...

Town of Cave Creek Newsletter _ Feb 2021 Edition

Click the Image to Enjoy the Town of Cave Creek's Newsletter

View and Enjoy the Town of Cave Creek's Newsletter including 

announcements and resources. Also available in-print at Town Hall.

Cave Creek 2020 Year in Review

Our Mission is to support the community by effectively managing public services and fostering our unique Southwestern ways of life. With this in mind, we proudly look back on how we accomplished our Mission through our many successful collaborations among...

Cave Creek Increases Water, Wastewater Rates for the First Time in 11 Years

CAVE CREEK – On June 15, 2020, the Cave Creek Town Council voted to approve an increase in water and wastewater rates for the first time in over a decade. This was based on recommendations from a three-year professional rate study, the Town&...

Notice to all Permit Holders!

Before performing any welding, grinding, or hot work outside of an enclosed area, you must call in to the Inspection Request Line to schedule an inspection.Phone: 480-488-7092               &a...

Extension to Mayor's Emergency Proclamation

Cave Creek Mayor extends ProclamationToday, Cave Creek Mayor Ernie Bunch officially extended the Town’s emergency proclamation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, which was set to expire today.  The extended proclamation will remain effect...

General Plan Update

Visit the project website to learn more about the Cave Creek General Plan Update and to take the community survey!

Public Works Department herbicide application schedule

Town of Cave CreekPublic Works Department

Contact: communications@cavecreekaz.gov

Town Hall’s main line: 480-488-6628

CAVE ...

01/28/2020, PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Media Contact: Tara Alatorrecommunications@cavecreekaz.gov480-488-6628

CAVE CREEK – The Town of Cave Creek was recently awarded a $40,000 grant from the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) for a Pedestrian Safety Study that officially kicke...

Cave Creek Town Council Passes Revisions to Sign Ordinances

Jan. 23, 2020, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:CAVE CREEK – After much discussion, public input, revision and legal advice the Cave Creek Town Council passed updates to the Town’s sign regulations on January 21. The new regulations won&rsquo...

Sunshades and Reusable Bags at Town Hall

Cave Creek Water Truth

Want to stay informed about what is happening in regard to water in Cave Creek/Carefree? Visit CaveCreekWaterTruth.com for up to date information.