HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 1/10/1995The meeting was called to order by Mayor Scruggs with
the following Councilmembers present: Clark, Eggleston,
McAllister, Lieberman, and Ewing. Absent: Huffman, excused
due to illness.
Also present were: Martin Vanacour, City Manager; Peter
Van Haren, City Attorney; Ed Beasley, Assistant City Manager,
and Pamela Oliveira, City Clerk.
MINUTES
It was moved by Clark, seconded by Ewing, to dispense
with the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of
December 13, 1994, as each member of Council had been
provided copies in advance, and approve them. The motion
carried unanimously.
Compliance with Article VII, Section 6 of the Glendale City
Charter
A Statement was filed by the City Clerk stating that the
two Ordinances and six Resolutions to be considered at this
meeting were available for public examination, and the titles
were posted at City Hall more than 72 hours in advance of
this meeting.
PRESENTATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY
COMMISSION MEMBER BOBBEE PETTY
Mayor Scruggs said this presentation will be postponed
due to Ms. Petty's illness.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES OF RECOGNITION FOR: JOE FALBO, SR.,
RUSTY PETERSON AND ELENORE EPHRAIM
Mayor Scruggs said the presentations to Joe Falbo, Sr.
and Rusty Peterson were postponed.
Elenore Ephraim recently concluded four (4) years of
dedicated service on the City of Glendale Personnel Board.
Ms. Ephraim has been a member of the Personnel Board since
January 1990. Ms. Ephraim's knowledge, insight, and
dedication contributed greatly to the success of the
Personnel Board's role as an advisory appeal hearing body on
employee punitive disciplinary actions.
Mayor Scruggs presented a plaque to Elenore Ephraim in
recognition of her outstanding service to the City of
Glendale. Ms. Ephraim commented on her volunteer service.
Business from the Floor
Mr. Mark DiBenedtto, 5119 N. 78 Drive, Glendale, AZ,
commented on the benefits of Luke Air Force Base to the
Glendale Community.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Scruggs asked if any of the Councilmembers or
members of the public wished to have any item on the Consent
Agenda heard separately. Councilmember Lieberman said he
didn't want an item removed from the Consent Agenda but he
had one question on Item No. 7. Is the equipment new and
under factory guarantee? Mr. Ken Martin, Deputy City Manager,
answered yes.
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, read the titles of
the Consent Agenda items aloud.
1. FINAL PLAT APPLICATION P-93-20: ARROWHEAD LAKES UNIT 6B:
5350 WEST MOHAWK LANE
This is a request by Taro Properties Arizona for final
plat approval for a subdivision entitled "Arrowhead Lakes
Unit 6B11. The site is located within the Arrowhead Lakes
neighborhood, on the 53rd Avenue alignment, approximately one
quarter mile north of Beardsley Road. The subdivision
consists of 50 lots on 13.2 acres. Lot sizes vary from 8,327
to 12,000 square feet and the average lot size is 9,086
square feet. Taro Properties will develop this subdivision in
conformance with the R1-6 PRD zoning and PRD Plan approved by
the City Council on December 8, 1992. All stipulations of the
PRD plan and preliminary plat approvals have been satisfied.
The recommendation is to approve final plat application
P-93-20.
2. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR EVAPORATIVE COOLER REPLACEMENT IN
PUBLIC HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS
The Mayor and Council previously approved acceptance of
a HUD grant totaling $1,970,300 for modernization of the Fray
Francisco Porras, Glendale Homes, and Cholla Vista housing
developments. A major work item included in the funding
involves the replacement of the evaporative coolers in the
apartment units at all three housing developments. The
coolers are old and deteriorated and need to be replaced
before the hot weather begins.
Three bids were received for this work. It is proposed
to award a contract in the amount of $203,803 to Gilliland
Corporation, the lowest responsive bidder. This item is
budgeted at $212,350. The work is totally federally funded.
The recommendation is to award a contract for
replacement of evaporative coolers in public housing
developments, in the amount of $203,803, to Gilliland
Corporation contingent upon HUD approval.
3. APPROVAL FOR PURCHASE OF BUS SHELTERS/BENCHES
A combination of Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
grants and City capital funds in the amount of $122,000 is
available for the installation of shelter amenities at 35
sites. The improvements for one of the sites will be
purchased as part of the downtown streetscape, and a
demonstration shelter has already been installed on a second
site. The Engineering Department solicited bids for the
installation of these shelter amenities. Because the amount
of both bids far exceeded the funds available, the bids were
rejected.
It is proposed for the City to do the site preparation,
and to contract directly with shelter the manufacturer for
the purchase and installation of the improvements. The
manufactured shelters can be installed for approximately
one-fourth the cost of a custom shelter. This will enable
the City to complete the number of improvements required by
the federal grant terms within the budgeted amounts.
Approximately $97,000 will be used for the purchase and
installation of shelter improvements on 33 sites, and the
balance will be used for the two additional sites and the
reimbursement of the Field Operations Department for site
work. At the Workshop of December 20, 1994, Council reviewed
the proposed method for completion of the shelter
improvements.
The recommendation is to approve purchase and
installation of sixteen manufactured shelters, seventeen
benches, and seventeen trash receptacles from Lacor
Streetscape for a total of $96,831.
4. CONTRACT AWARD; NORTHERN AVENUE WATER LINE 75TH TO
99TH AVENUES
This is a request for City Council award of a
construction contract to C. S. & W. Contractors, Inc., in the
amount of $816,590.50, for the construction of approximately
two and three quarter miles of 12" water line, and other
facilities, along Northern Avenue, from 75th to 99th Avenues.
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The need for additional water line capacity along
Northern Avenue was identified in a 1989 report on the water
supply and storage needs for southwest Glendale (prepared by
John Carollo Engineers), and has been further defined in the
"Water Distribution System Peak Demand and Storage Study"
report by the engineering consulting firm of Malcolm Pirnie,
Inc. The continued growth of the western portion of Glendale
and, in particular, the Glen Harbor Business Park, has
further increased the need for this water line project.
Three (3) bids were received and opened on December 22,
1994, with C. S. & W. Contractors, Inc., submitting the low
bid. Staff has reviewed the bids, and the qualifications of
the low bidder, and recommends award of the contract to C. S.
& W. Contractors, Inc.
Funds for the work are available in Fiscal Year 1994-95
Capital Improvements Program Budget, Account No.
50-9249-8300.
The recommendation is to award the construction contract
to C.S.&W. Contractors, Inc., in the amount of $816,590.50.
5. 1994/95 ASPHALT OVERLAY PROGRAM; CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND
FINAL
This is a request for approval of Change Order No. 1 and
final, in the amount of $56,706.37, to the contract with M.
R. Tanner Development & Construction LLC, for the 1994/95
Asphalt Overlay Program.
Additional work was required to install fire hydrant
markers and mill the existing concrete streets. Due to the
deteriorating condition of the existing pavement at the
intersection of 67th Avenue and Bell Road, it required
removing and re -paving prior to placement of the overlay, as
shown on Exhibit A. Final adjustments to quantities are
shown on Exhibit B.
The revised contract amount is $1,506,406.37. Funds for
this work are available in 12-6232-7330 (Streets Mainten-
ance). Public Works/Engineering staff has reviewed the costs
and found them to be fair and reasonable.
The recommendation is to approve Change Order No. 1, in
the amount of $56,706.73.
6. AGREEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF THE CHOLLA WATER TREATMENT
PLANT SHOP BUILDING EXPANSION
This is a request for City Council approval of a
professional services agreement with R. J. Hunt & Associates,
Architects, in an amount not to exceed $24,865.00, for the
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design of the shop building expansion at the Cholla Water
Treatment Plant facility.
The existing shop facility at the Cholla Water Treatment
Plant is in need of expansion and modification. The existing
facility is over ten years old and is no longer adequate for
the current needs of the Utilities Department. The expansion
and modifications will provide space for offices, locker and
shower facilities, additional storage areas, and larger
fabricating and machine shop work areas.
Staff prepared a request for proposals (RFP) in order to
obtain the professional architectural services needed to
prepare the plans and specifications for the expansion and
modification of the existing shop facility located at the
Cholla Water Treatment Plant. The RFP was sent to seven
architectural firms; five firms responded. After review of
the proposals, staff selected the firm of R. J. Hunt &
Associates, Architects, to perform the required services.
The design and bidding services included in the
agreement are scheduled to be completed within 120 days of
the Notice to Proceed. Construction inspection services are
also included as part of the basic services. The design of a
fire protection system is listed as a special service in the
agreement, in the event it is determined that such a system
is needed.
The cost of the professional services agreement includes
all basic and special services. Funds are available for the
project in Account No. 50-6422-8400 (Water Operations).
The recommendation is to approve the agreement with R.
J. Hunt & Associates, Architects, in the amount of
$24,865.00.
7. BID 94-53, WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT
Three bids were received to provide a gas
chromatograph/mass spectrophotometer for the Cholla Water
Treatment Plant. This is an additional lab instrument and is
used for analysis of organics in drinking and waste waters,
as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The apparent lowest responsive and responsible bidder is
Hewlett-Packard Company.
A lower offer was received from A.R.E. Shimadzu
Scientific Instruments, Incorporated; however, it is not
being recommended because the instrument did not have
published certification of meeting certain detection levels
required by mandated EPA regulations.
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Funds are budgeted in the Public Works, Utilities, Water
Treatment Plant capital account number 50-6429-8400.
The recommendation is to authorize the purchase of a gas
chromatograph/mass spectrophotometer from Hewlett-Packard
Company in an amount of $111,312.56, taxes included.
It was moved by Lieberman, seconded by Clark to approve
the Consent Agenda Items Nos. 1 through 7. The motion carried
unanimously.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS
8. AGREEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF THE PRESERVATION AND
RESTORATION OF THE HISTORIC BARNYARD BUILDINGS AT
SAHUARO RANCH PARK
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
The historic buildings in the barnyard area of Sahuaro Ranch
were first identified in the Sahuaro Ranch Historic
Structures and Preservation Master Plan (1981) as desired
elements to be included in the development of the park. In
the subsequent Interpretive Master Plan (1985), the Horse
Stable and Grainary, Blacksmith Shop, Milk Barn, Milk House,
Farm Implement Shed, and Tack House were recommended to be
restored and utilized as interpretive exhibits. The Fuel
Dump Shed was referenced in the original Master Plan of 1981,
as a potential restoration and interpretive subject because
of its estimated construction date of pre -1927, and its
proximity to the other barnyard buildings
In the fall of 1994, the City received a Grant in the
amount of $88,874.00 from the Arizona State Parks Historic
Preservation Office for the stabilization of the seven
historic barnyard buildings. The City's required matching
funds for this Grant are $80,000.000, of which $40,000.00
(from the Contingency Fund) is designated to pay for the
design and construction management of the stabilization and
restoration of the barnyard buildings. The remaining
$40,000.00 match is from the Grant match pool.
Requests for letters of interest and statements of
qualifications were mailed to 21 architectural firms with
nine firms indicating interest in the project. Of the nine
firms, three local firms were chosen to present proposals to
provide the necessary design and construction services.
Ryden Architects, Gerald A. Doyle and Associates, and
Woodward Architectural Group submitted proposals which were
reviewed by the consultant selection panel. Interviews were
subsequently conducted by the selection panel which consisted
of representatives from the Sahuaro Ranch Foundation,
Planning, Recreation, and Engineering. After review of the
proposals, interviews, and oral presentations by the
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candidates, Ryden Architects was selected to perform the
required services.
The contract for design and construction services for
the stabilization and restoration of the barnyard buildings
is for an amount not to exceed $40,000.00. Funds are
available in the Contingency Fund Account No. 01-2450-7000,
and will be transferred into the Project Account No.
47-7063-8300. Appropriation to cover the grant portion of
the project will be transferred from the Grant Fund
Contingency (47-2450-7000).
The recommendation is to approve the contract with Ryden
Architects for architectural services and authorize the
transfer of funds.
It was moved by Clark, seconded by Lieberman, to approve
the contract with Ryden Architects and authorize the transfer
of funds. The motion carried unanimously
9. CONTRACT AWARD• SEWER REHABILITATION 61ST AVENUE
GRAND TO ORANGEWOOD AVENUES
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
This is a request for City Council award of a construction
contract to Instituform Southwest, in the amount of
$88,562.46, for the rehabilitation of approximately one
quarter mile of eight inch concrete sewer line, along 61st
Avenue, from Grand to Orangewood Avenues.
The need for rehabilitation of this section of sewer
line was revealed during routine televised inspection of the
sewer, performed in 1994. This sewer was found to be in poor
physical condition and, in fact, the eight inch concrete
sewer pipe under Grand Avenue and the Santa Fe Railroad
rights-of-way was found to be in such severe condition that
emergency rehabilitation was performed using the Insituform
process in July of 1994.
Two bids were received and opened on December 29, 1994,
with Insituform Southwest submitting the low bid. Staff has
reviewed the bids, and the qualifications of the low bidder,
and recommends award of the contract to Instituform
Southwest.
Funds for the work are available in the Fiscal Year
1994-95 Capital Improvements Program Budget, Account No.
50-9249-8300.
The recommendation is to award the construction contract
to Insituform Southwest in the amount of $88,562.46.
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It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Clark to approve
the contract with Insituform Southwest in the amount of
$88,562.46. The motion carried unanimously.
10. REQUEST TO TRANSFER FUNDS AND AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO SALT
RIVER PROJECT
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
Salt River Project (SRP) is currently undergrounding its
irrigation system on 91st Avenue, from Camelback Road to
Glendale Avenue, in conjunction with the Maricopa County road
widening project. The existing City of Glendale 12 inch
water line is in conflict with the acceptable location for
the new irrigation piping. A total redesign of the project
is not feasible since the only opportunity to complete this
work is during the January 1995 dry -up of the SRP canals, and
delays would cause Maricopa County to lose its funding for
this road.
Maricopa County has agreed to pay $150,000.00 of the
total cost for the water line relocation, which is estimated
to be $348,240.00. This results in a cost to the City of
Glendale of $198,240.00, inclusive of inspection and
materials testing costs.
As the 91st Avenue roadway improvements, funded
primarily by Maricopa County, are in the best interests of
the City of Glendale, funding of the City's share of the
relocation costs is recommended as necessary. Public Works
staff has reviewed the construction costs and found them to
be fair and reasonable.
Funds in the amount of $198,240.00 need to be
transferred from Account No. 50-2450-7000 (Utilities
Contingency) into the following project accounts: $159,240.00
into Account No. 50-9265-8300; $20,000.00 into Account No.
50-9265-7974; and $19,000.00 into Account No. 50-9265-7330.
The recommendation is to authorize the transfer of funds
and payment to Salt River Project.
It was moved by Ewing, seconded by Lieberman to
authorize the transfer of funds and payment to Salt River
Project. The motion carried unanimously.
11. RFP 94-44 PURCHASE OF ARTICULATING LOADERS AND TRAILERS
(REMOVE FROM TABLE)
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
Four proposals were received from vendors capable of
providing the City with three articulating loaders and
trailers that are to be used in the collection of loose trash
by City sanitation crews. These three articulating loaders
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and trailers replace existing equipment and will be matched
up with three existing rear -end loading refuse trucks in
order to increase efficiency in the collection of loose
trash. The present loose trash collection method of dumping
into open -top trailers, does not take advantage of the 800
lbs. per cubic yard compaction that a rear -loading garbage
truck does. Also, rear loaders will result in less litter
being blown out of the open trucks and deposited in the
streets. As a result of this conversion using rear -end
loading trucks and articulating loaders, City crews will be
better able to provide loose trash collection.
Each of the proposals was reviewed by a team of
Materials Management and Sanitation staff. The evaluation
criteria included cost, compliance to specifications, support
service/parts availability, and a performance test. The
vendor who scored highest on this evaluation was Bingham
Equipment.
A protest from Canyon State Equipment Ltd. was received
which was of a technical nature, dealing with listed
requirements of the specifications. The protest addressed
performance issues of the loader recommended by the
evaluation panel. The offer from Bingham Equipment Company
was specific in the areas of concern and the panel did take
the information into consideration in its analysis of the
offers received.
This item was tabled at the December 13, 1994, regular
City Council meeting.
The protest has been reviewed by the City Attorney's
office and determined to be without merit.
Funds for this purchase are available in the Sanitation
Enterprise Fund, Curb Service, Capital Outlay Fund, account
number 57-6272-8400.
The recommendation is to remove from the table and award
a contract to Bingham Equipment in the amount of $125,755.20,
taxes included, to provide the City with three articulating
loaders and trailers.
It was moved by Clark, seconded by McAllister, to remove
RFP 94-44 from the table. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilmember Clark questioned Mr. Bill Brewer,
Materials Manager, regarding the specifications and
performance criteria on this equipment.
Councilmember Lieberman asked if an articulating loader
could be towed behind a refuse truck. Mr. Bob Donovan,
Sanitation Superintendent, said no, it isn't feasible it
would damage the articulation joint.
Councilmember Lieberman asked if the equipment was new
and under factory guarantee? Mr. Brewer said it was.
Councilmember Lieberman asked that information on whether the
equipment is new and under factory guarantee be included in
the information given to City Council in the future.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Lieberman, to
award the contract to Bingham Equipment in the amount of
$125,755.20 taxes included. The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT TO 1993/94 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
12. PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT TO THE 1993/94 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Mr. Paul Ludwick, Neighborhood Resources Director,
presented this item. The City is currently working to resolve
the need for additional well sites to be added to the City's
water supply system. One of the sites proposed to the
Utilities Committee for this purpose is the property at 53rd
Avenue and Orangewood. Since the site was purchased with
Community Development Block Grant funds, a public hearing is
required to allow citizens to comment on the new use for the
property.
The location of this property is consistent with the
needs of the water supply system; and one cost of the project
will be to reimburse the Community Development Block Grant
Program for the actual square footage of land needed for the
well site.
Subsequent to this public hearing, staff is recommending
that the CDBG program be amended so that the corner of the
property at 53rd and Orangewood can be used by the City for a
well site with the remainder of the property being developed
as a well -lit, passive neighborhood park. Meetings will be
held with neighborhood residents to describe the well siting
process and to receive their input on design of the
neighborhood park.
The recommendation is to hold a public hearing and amend
the 1993/94 Community Development Block Grant program to
include using approximately 4200 square feet of property at
53rd and Ocotillo as a well site and allocating CDBG funds in
the amount of $75,000, including program income, to design
and landscape the remaining property as a passive recreation
area for the neighborhood.
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Councilmember Clark asked for an explanation of program
income. Mr. Ludwick said when the property that is to be used
for the well site is dedicated to that project, there will be
repayment to the Block Grant Program. We're asking that the
total amount allocated to the project be $75,000 including
the amount coming from the well site project.
Councilmember Lieberman said the expense for digging the
well hasn't been presented to City Council and we're talking
about landscaping. Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, said
the Community Development Block Grant Fund procedure is to
hold a public hearing then award the contract for the wells.
Depending upon the outcome of the public hearing the contract
is scheduled for the January 24, 1995 City Council meeting.
Mayor Scruggs said she hadn't received any signature
cards on this item.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing and asked if any
member of the public wished to address the City Council on
this item. There was no response. The public hearing was
closed.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Clark to approve
the Amendment to the 1993/94 Community Block Grant Program.
The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE
13. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE - ST. HELEN'S 500 CLUB -
MAY 20, 1995
This is a request for a Special Event Liquor License for
St. Helen's 500 Club. The event is a fund raiser at St.
Helen's Church which is located at 5510 W. Cholla Street.
This event is being sponsored by St. Helen's Church. The
event will be held between the hours of 6:00 pm and 11:00 pm
on Saturday, May 20, 1995. The total days expended will be
one of the allowed ten days this calendar year. Under the
provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.2, the
City is required to recommend approval or disapproval of the
license to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses' and
Control.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses' and
Control with the recommendation for approval.
Mayor Scruggs said she hadn't received any speaker cards
for this item.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing and asked if any
member of the public wished to address the City Council on
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this item. There was no response. The public hearing was
closed.
It was moved by Ewing, seconded by Lieberman, to approve
the Special Event Liquor License for St. Helen's 500 Club for
May 20, 1995 and forward it to the Arizona Department of
Liquor Licenses and Control with the recommendation for
approval. The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - LIQUOR LICENSE
Mayor Scruggs asked if the City Council wanted to
consider any of the Liquor Licenses separately. There was no
response.
14. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 300000397 - PEARCE DISTRIBUTING CO.
This is a request for a new license for the Pearce
Distributing Co. which is located at 5032 W. Colter Street,
series 4 (liquor sales to retailers only, wholesaler's
license). The density criteria does not effect this
establishment because density criteria does not apply to a
series 4 license. This establishment is located over 300
feet from any school or church. No protests were filed
during the 20 -day posting period. The Planning and Zoning
Department, Police Department and Maricopa County Health
Department have reviewed the application and have determined
that it meets all necessary technical requirements.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and
Control with the recommendation for approval.
15. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 300000398 - SOUTH CHINA BUFFET
This is a request for a new license for South China
Buffet which is located at 4425 W Olive Avenue, series 12
(on -sale retail, restaurant license). The former owner,
South China Buffet No. 2, held a series 12 restaurant
license at this location. The density criteria does not
effect this establishment because there is no limit set for a
series 12 restaurant license. This establishment is located
within 300 feet of a church and within a 1/2 mile of a
school. No protests were filed during the 20 -day posting
period. The Planning and Zoning Department, Police
Department and Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and have determined that it meets
all necessary technical requirements.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and
Control with the recommendation for approval.
16. LIOUOR LICENSE NO. 300000399 - GLEN'S NITE CAP
This is a request for a person to person transfer for
Glen's Nite Cap which is located at 6723 W. Bethany Home
Road, series 7 (on -sale retail beer and wine). The former
owner held a series 7 liquor license at this location. The
density criteria does not effect this establishment because
it currently has an existing liquor license at the location.
This establishment is located over 300 feet from any
school or church. No protests were filed during the 20 -day
posting period. The Planning and Zoning Department, Police
Department and Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and have determined that it meets
all necessary technical requirements.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and
Control with the recommendation for approval.
Mayor Scruggs said she hadn't received any speaker cards
on these items.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Liquor
Licenses No. 300000397 - Pearce Distributing Co., No.
300000398 - South China Buffet, and 300000399 - Glen's Nite
Cap. Mayor Scruggs asked if any member of the the public
wished to speak. There was no response. The public hearings
were closed.
It was moved by Lieberman, seconded by Eggleston to
approve and forward Liquor Licenses Nos. 300000397,
300000398, and 300000399 to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with the recommendation for approval.
The motion carried unanimously.
Councilmember Clark noted Glen's Nite Cap does not fall
under the new liquor density criteria because it is a person
to person transfer not a new license.
17. REZONING APPLICATION Z-94-21: 6310 WEST MYRTLE AVENUE
Mr. Bob Coons, Planning Director, presented this item.
McKenzie Telecommunications Group, Inc. is requesting a
Special Use District (SUD) overlay and Development Plan
approval for a 76 -foot high cellular telephone monopole
(65 -foot pole, plus 11 -foot antenna) and associated equipment
room in the M-1, Light Industrial, zoning district.
The proposed monopole and equipment room would be
erected on a .041 -acre leased area located on the
northeastern portion of the Spring City Knitting facility.
This site is located north of the northwest corner of 63rd
Avenue and Myrtle Avenue. The proposed location of the
76 -foot monopole is approximately 147 feet west of the center
line on 63rd Avenue, and approximately 724 feet north of the
center line of Myrtle Avenue. The nearest residential use to
the monopole is approximately 1,100 feet to the southeast of
this site.
The proposed Special Use District is in conformance with
the General Plan, is compatible with the surrounding land
uses in this light industrial area, and meets the findings of
the Special Use District of the Zoning Ordinance.
At its regular meeting of November 17, 1994, the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the Special Use
District overlay and the development plan, subject to three
stipulations.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
approve Rezoning Application Z-94-21, subject to the three
Planning Commission stipulations.
Mayor Scruggs said she hadn't received any speaker cards
on this item.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing and asked if any
member of the public wished to address the City Council on
this item. There was no response. The public hearing was
closed.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Clark to approve
Rezoning Application Z-94-21 subject to the three Planning
Commission stipulations. The motion carried unanimously.
18. REZONING APPLICATION Z-94-22: 7411 NORTH 105TH AVENUE
Mr. Bob Coons, Planning Director, presented this item.
McKenzie Telecommunications Group, Inc. is requesting a
Special Use District (SUD) overlay and Development Plan
approval for a 76 -foot high cellular telephone monopole
(65 -foot pole, plus 11 -foot antenna) and associated equipment
room in the A-1 (Agricultural) zoning district.
The proposed monopole and equipment room would be
erected on a 2,500 square foot leased area located on the
northern portion of the property, which is currently used as
a storage yard. The proposed location of the 76 -foot
monopole is approximately 1,730 feet north of the center line
of Glendale Avenue, and approximately 65 feet west of the
west bank of the New River. The nearest residential use is
located approximately one half mile to the northwest within
the Country Meadows neighborhood.
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The proposed Special Use District is in conformance with
the General Plan, is compatible with the surrounding land
uses in this area, and meets the findings of the Special Use
District of the Zoning Ordinance.
At its regular meeting of November 17, 1994, the
Planning Commission recommended approval of this Special Use
District overlay and the development plan, subject to three
stipulations.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and
approve Rezoning Application Z-94-22, subject to the three
Planning Commission stipulations.
Mayor Scruggs said she hadn't received any speaker cards
on this item.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing and asked if any
member of the public wished to address the City Council on
this item. There was no response.
Councilmember Eggleston moved, seconded by Councilmember
Clark for the approval of Rezoning Application Z-94-22
subject to three Planning Commission stipulations. The motion
carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES
19. SALT RIVER PROJECT UTILITY EASEMENT 57TH AVENUE AND
HATCHER ROAD
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
Salt River Project has requested an easement for the
installation of two utility cabinets in a City park located
at the northwest corner of 57th Avenue and Hatcher Road.
The total size of the easement is twenty feet by eight
feet and is to be located approximately three feet behind the
existing sidewalk, ninety-three feet north of the corner.
The easement has been requested to increase the
efficiency and reliability of the current electric
facilities. There are no costs associated with the granting
of this utility easement.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to
execute a utility easement in favor of Salt River Project to
install electrical cabinets on City park land.
Ordinance No. 1828, New Series was read by number and
title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
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OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN UNDERGROUND POWER EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF
SALT RIVER PROJECT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TWO UTILITY
CABINETS IN THE CITY PARK LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
57TH AVENUE AND HATCHER ROAD; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED
COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED.
It was moved by Clark, seconded by Eggleston, to pass,
adopt and approve Ordinance No. 1828, New Series. Motion
carried on a roll call vote with the following members voting
"Aye": Clark, Eggleston, McAllister, Lieberman, Ewing, and
Scruggs. Members voting "Nay": None.
20. DEEDS AND EASEMENTS ORDINANCE
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
The City of Glendale is conveyed real estate properties by
quit -claim deed, warranty deed and/or easement from property
owners no longer desiring to retain ownership of their
properties. Staff allows these properties to accumulate and
presents them to Council for a one motion consideration.
These properties have been used for sidewalks, streets,
alleyways, parks, water and sewer lines, and other public
utilities. In order to utilize these properties for similar
use in the future, it is necessary that Council adopt an
ordinance dedicating these properties for public use.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt an ordinance dedicating certain real property for
public use.
Ordinance No. 1829, New Series was read by number and
title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA ACCEPTING DEEDS AND EASEMENTS FOR
STREET, PUBLIC UTILITY, SIDEWALK, ALLEY, WATER AND SEWER,
PARKS AND OTHER PURPOSES; ORDERING THE DOCUMENTS RECORDED AND
DEDICATING TO PUBLIC USE THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED THEREIN.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Clark to pass,
adopt, and approve Ordinance No. 1829, New Series. Motion
carried on a roll call vote with the following members voting
"Aye": Clark, Eggleston, McAllister, Lieberman, Ewing and
Scruggs. Members voting "Nay": None.
21. ACCEPTANCE OF BEQUEST FROM ESTATE OF ELSIE MCCARTHY FOR
A GARDEN FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
The City of Glendale is a named beneficiary in the trust
estate of Elsie McCarthy, a recently deceased Phoenix
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resident. Mrs. McCarthy's will calls for the City of
Glendale to receive funds from the trust for the purpose of
"establishing, purchasing, improving, expanding, or
maintaining a scented and tactile garden for the visually
handicapped." Receipt of the funds is contingent upon
placement of a plaque in memory of Mrs. McCarthy's father,
Robert Henry Bourdon, and upon the City of Glendale accepting
the funds by resolution within 90 days of written notice by
the Trustee that the funds are ready for distribution. The
City received such notice from First Interstate Bank on
November 15, 1994.
The City has been advised by the Trustee that the funds
available for distribution to us are in the approximate
amount of $700,000. This sizeable sum will be adequate to
plan, develop, and maintain a garden for the visually
handicapped that will be a tremendous asset to the City of
Glendale, the visually handicapped community in the entire
Phoenix valley, and to the citizens at large.
Acceptance of this generous bequest carries with it a
heavy responsibility for careful stewardship of what will
ultimately become an important part of the City of Glendale
park system. In order to maximize the potential of the
funds, staff will work closely with the visually handicapped
community, the Mayor's Committee For Persons With
Disabilities, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission,
and professional associations in the planning of the
facility.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt the attached resolution accepting the bequest of
funds for a scented and tactile garden for the visually
handicapped from the estate of Elsie McCarthy, with the
thanks of the entire community.
Mayor Scruggs said because of the uniqueness and very
special nature of this agenda item, she would read the
Resolution in its totality.
Mayor Scruggs read Resolution No. 2938, New Series, in
total it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING THE BEQUEST OF
FUNDS FROM THE ESTATE OF ELSIE MCCARTHY; RESTRICTING SUCH
FUNDS TO BE USED EXCLUSIVELY FOR A SCENTED AND TACTILE GARDEN
FOR THE VISUALLY HANDICAPPED; AND EXPRESSING THE GRATITUDE OF
THE COMMUNITY FOR MS. MCCARTHY'S GENEROSITY.
It was moved by Ewing, seconded by Eggleston to pass,
adopt, and approve Resolution No. 2938, New Series. The
motion carried unanimously.
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Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
Over the past year, the City has worked with our consultants,
Coffman and Associates, to develop a Part 150 Noise Study.
The Part 150 Noise Study is conducted in accordance with Part
150 of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules.
Coffman and Associates facilitated the process of
developing the noise study, gathering information for the
study, conducting the Planning Advisory Committee meetings,
conducting the required public hearings and preparation of
the Part 150 Noise Study report.
The development of the noise study included significant
public participation through a series of meetings held by the
Planning Advisory Committee (PAC). The PAC consisted of
representatives of many interested parties including
representation from the cities of Avondale, Phoenix, and
Peoria, the Pendergast School District, Villa de Paz housing
area, Garden Lakes housing area, Luke Air Force Base,
Goodyear Airport, Phoenix Aviation department, Maricopa
County Planning department, and others.
The PAC held a series of meetings to gain information
about airport operations and the noise that is generated from
airport operations, FAA requirements for the operation of
the airport, possible noise mitigation measures, noise
control measures for use by pilots, and included the results
of a noise measurement study conducted at the airport.
These meetings resulted in a series of noise mitigation
measures and recommendations on the operation of the
airport. The 150 Study was completed when a public hearing
was conducted on October 4 at the Westview High School in
Avondale.
The Noise Study was presented to City Council at
Workshop on December 20. After adoption of the noise study
by the City Council, it will be forwarded to the FAA for
final approval.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt the Resolution approving the Part 150 Noise Study.
Mayor Scruggs said she had received signature cards on
this item and names would be called in the order received.
Ms. Mary Rose Evans, 11142 Primrose Lane, Avondale, AZ,
expressed her concern that building a second runway or any
further expansion of the Glendale Airport would be
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detrimental to the surrounding residential area and Luke Air
Force Base.
Ms Louise Bell 5315 N. 106 Dr. Glendale AZ
commented that instead of spending money to hire a consultant
to plead for Luke Air Force Base in Washington, the City
should save that money and give Luke Air Force Base officials
a statement promising not to expand Glendale Airport.
Mr. Fred Galioto, Councilmember, City of Peoria, 8822 N.
94th Avenue Peoria AZ thanked the City Council for
allowing him to be a part of the Airport Part 150 Noise Study
Committee. He expressed special thanks to Councilmember Joyce
Clark for her efforts in understanding the residents of his
District. Mr. Galioto said he supported the recommendations
contained in the Airport Part 150 Noise Study. Peoria will
work with the City of Glendale as far as zoning that area
that will be most affected by the flight plan to assure the
operation of Glendale Airport will be a success. He
appreciated everything the City of Glendale had done.
Mr. Ken C. Forgia, Mayor, City of Peoria, 8401 W.
Monroe, Peoria, AZ, thanked the City Council for
commissioning the Airport Part 150 Noise Study. He thought it
was fair and impartial. The City of Peoria was represented by
Councilmember Galioto and himself at the meetings and some of
their citizens attended. If the aircraft taking off north
bound will just follow the river bed which was the original
agreement between Glendale and Peoria then we won't have any
problems. We agree with the Study and the process used.
Mr. Forgia said he hoped that Glendale was successful in
obtaining a federal grant to assist in purchasing property on
the southern end of the Airport. We would be happy to write
letters in support, if needed.
Mrs Paul Rathke 10317 W Loma Lane Peoria AZ said
she was a resident of Country Meadows. She approved of Mayor
Forgia and Councilmember Galioto's comments that the planes
staying away from Country Meadows would help a great deal.
Resolution No. 2939, New Series, was read by number and
title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, APPROVING THE GLENDALE
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT F.A.R. PART 150 NOISE COMPATIBILITY STUDY
BY COFFMAN ASSOCIATES; AND DIRECTING THAT THE CITY MANAGER
FORWARD THE NOISE STUDY TO THE FEDERAL AVIATION
ADMINISTRATION FOR FINAL APPROVAL.
It was moved by Clark, seconded by Ewing, to pass,
adopt, and approve Resolution No. 2939, New Series. The
motion carried unanimously.
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23. AMENDMENTS TO FBO LEASE
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
In July, 1993, Aces Aviation Associates (AAA.) began business
at the airport as the Fixed Base Operator under a new lease
approved by the City Council. After one year of operation,
AAA began discussions with City staff on possible amendments
to the lease that would provide some financial relief to
their business operation.
After considerable efforts were made in the process of
negotiations and included a review of the financial records
of AAA, staff is recommending the following amendments to the
current lease with AAA. These provisions will be in effect
for a one year period beginning on July 1, 1994 and ending on
June 30, 1995. Prior to the expiration of this amendment,
City staff will again review the financial records of AAA to
determine if an extension of these amendments are needed.
The amendments to the lease are as follows:
1. The annual basic rent shall be reduced from $35,000
per year to $12,000 per year for the one year
period.
2. The fuel flowage charge shall be reduced from nine
(9) cents per gallon of fuel sold to six (6) cents
per gallon sold for the one year period.
3. The required capital improvements of $30,000 shall
be completed by the end of the fifth year of the
lease instead of the original three year period.
These terms have been reviewed with the lease holder,
AAA, and they have agreed to the amendments presented.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt the resolution authorizing the amendments to the
lease with Aces Aviation Associates.
Resolution No. 2940, New Series, was read by number and
title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND/OR CITY MANAGER AND CITY TO EXECUTE
AN AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ACES AVIATION ASSOCIATES
CONCERNING A FIXED BASE OPERATION AT THE GLENDALE MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT.
It was moved by Lieberman, seconded by Ewing, to pass,
adopt, and approve Resolution No. 2940, New Series.
Councilmember Clark said she wanted to explain why she
would be voting "no" on this Resolution. She had no objection
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to Mr. Starr's operation. Her only objection was to the first
amendment to the lease. Mr. Starr has requested his rent be
reduced from $35,000 a year to $12,000 a year. She could even
accept that if there was some kind of provision for pay back
when Mr. Starr got on his feet. Hearing no movement in that
direction, she would much rather be Mr. Starr's banker than
Mr. Starr's grantee. For that reason, she would not be
supporting this motion.
Councilmember Eggleston said no one could know that
general aviation would be in the doldrums for months. It is
much like the apparel business. He felt maybe this year
resuscitation for the Triple A Company might give them the
strength to carry out the rest of their lease. So, as
uncomfortable as he was with it, he thought it was probably
the least offensive thing to do at this time.
Mayor Scruggs said she wouldn't be supporting this
Resolution. She didn't want to reflect on the personal
integrity of Mr. Starr. However, she didn't believe this was
in the best interest of the City.
Vice Mayor McAllister said he was going to support the
Resolution primarily because if we don't do this it will cost
us more.
Councilmember Lieberman agreed with Vice Mayor
McAllister. We already paid $225,000 to buy it from a
previous renter, who took it to bankruptcy court. If Mr.
Starr leaves and we have to pay someone, we will have a
negative cash flow. Whoever takes it over will become another
Glendale employee until we can get another fixed base
operator. He would much rather see an independent attempt to
do something with it. Mr. Starr was the only person that even
applied to become the fixed base operator.
Councilmember Lieberman said we don't know what Mr.
Starr will offer us that we can agree upon next July. We can
only hope that it will be a substantial increase,.
Councilmember Lieberman said he was in favor of the lease
modification.
The motion carried on roll call vote with the following
members voting "Aye": Eggleston, McAllister, Lieberman,
Ewing. Members voting "Nay": Clark and Scruggs.
24. SECTION 8 VOUCHER PROGRAM -PAYMENT STANDARD ADJUSTMENT
Ms. Lillian Hamilton, Director of Community Housing and
Transit, presented this item. The City of Glendale currently
administers a program for forty-four Section 8 Vouchers.
Rents and subsidy under the Voucher Program are calculated
using the payment standard. The current payment standard is
based on the 1991 Fair Market Rents established by the
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In order
to ensure program compatibility, adjustments are periodically
needed to bring the payment standard in line with the most
current Fair Market Rents. Because of the routine nature of
these periodic adjustments, and the fact that they are
indexed to HUD Fair Market Rents, it is proposed to delegate
the authority to approve future adjustments to the City
Treasurer. The Housing Advisory Commission has unanimously
recommended adjusting the payment standard to coincide with
the HUD Fair Market Rents, and delegating authority to the
City Treasurer to make changes as needed. Any additional
costs resulting from increased rent would be reimbursed by
HUD.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt a resolution adjusting the payment standard from
the Section 8 Voucher Program to coincide with the HUD Fair
Market Rents and delegating authority to the City Treasurer
to approve future adjustments.
Councilmember Clark asked what is the dollar amount of
the payment standard that is in line with current fair market
rent. Ms. Hamilton said they republish the standards at least
once a year, she couldn't recall the exact amount. They are
based on the number of bedrooms and they range from
efficiency units to five bedrooms plus with the utilities
included. So, the amounts range from $300 to over $700 based
upon the number of bedrooms. She would be happy to send the
exact information to Council tomorrow.
Councilmember Clark said are there other HUD programs
that deal with Section 8 tenancy. Ms. Hamilton said we are
only involved in the certificate and the voucher program. In
the private sector, they are project based where they are
tied to the apartment development.
Resolution No. 2941, New Series, was read by number and
title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, APPROVING AN
ADJUSTMENT TO THE VOUCHER PAYMENT STANDARD AND DELEGATING
AUTHORITY TO APPROVE SUCH INCREASES TO THE CITY TREASURER.
It was moved by Lieberman, seconded by Clark, to pass,
adopt, and approve Resolution No. 2941, New Series. The
motion carried unanimously.
25. DRUG ELIMINATION GRANT FOR YOUTH ACTIVITIES IN PUBLIC
HOUSING
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
The City has been notified that its application for a $46,500
Public Housing Drug Elimination Grant has been approved by
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the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Leisure
Services Department will coordinate the provision of
activities to youths between the ages of five and twenty-one
who reside in the public housing developments. In addition
to costs relating to the activities, the grant will provide
funding for a temporary, part-time Recreation Coordinator in
the Leisure Services Department, for the duration of the
grant. The Community Housing Services Department will be
responsible for grant administration, including budget
preparation, requisitioning funds, and reporting
requirements. The grant will provide recreational,
educational, and cultural activities. The program will begin
March 1, 1995 with an ending date of August 31, 1996.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt a resolution accepting a $46,500 Public Housing
Drug Elimination Grant from the Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) to provide activities for the youth
in the public housing developments.
Resolution No. 2942, New Series, was read by number and
title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING A $46,500
DRUG ELIMINATION GRANT FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) TO BE USED FOR YOUTH ACTIVITIES.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Ewing, to pass,
adopt, and approve Resolution No. 2942, New Series. The
motion carried unanimously.
26. GILA RIVER ADJUDICATION LEGAL REPRESENTATION
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, presented this item.
The cities of Glendale, Chandler, Mesa and Scottsdale through
an intergovernmental agreement jointly engaged outside legal
counsel to represent their common interest in the Gila River
Adjudication with specific emphasis on the issues currently
on appeal before the Arizona Supreme Court. Those issues
generally involve the extent to which groundwater will be
subject to adjudication, the standards to be applied in
determining federal reserved water rights (Indian claims) and
how conflicting rights will be resolved.
The cities, through a competitive proposal process,
hired Bill Anger of the law firm of Quarles & Brady & Fannin
to provide that representation. The third year of that
contract concludes in January, 1995. It is necessary to
amend the contract to provide for a fourth year. On March
22, 1994, Bill Anger moved his practice from the firm of
Quarles & Brady to Ulrich & Kessler.
The cost of the fourth year will not exceed $103,700.
This cost will be shared by the cities based on the 1990
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census. Glendale's share for the fourth year will not exceed
$23,388.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title
and adopt a resolution authorizing the entering into of
Intergovernmental Agreements and contracts for legal services
with the cities of Chandler, Mesa and Scottsdale relating to
the joint legal representation in the Gila River General
Stream Adjudication.
Resolution No. 2943, New Series was read by number and
title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS
AND CONTRACTS FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH THE CITIES OF CHANDLER,
MESA AND SCOTTSDALE RELATING TO JOINT LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN
THE GILA RIVER GENERAL STREAM ADJUDICATION.
It was moved by Eggleston, seconded by Clark to pass,
adopt and approve Resolution No. 2943. The motion carried
unanimously.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
27. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Councilmember Ewing noted this would be the first
appointments to the newly formed Glendale Commission on
Neighborhoods.
Councilmember Ewing said the Government Services
Committee would like to nominate the following:
Effective Term
Date Expires
Aviation Advisory Commission
Bryan Hill (Yucca) Appointment 1-10-95 11-24-96
Raymond Thomas (Sahuaro) Reappointment 1-10-95 11-24-96
Thomas Cooper (Cactus) Appointment 1-10-95 11-24-96
Glendale Commission on Neighborhoods
Debra Anderson
(Sahuaro) Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-96
Deconicio DeLaCruz
(Ocotillo)Appointmentl-10-95
1-10-97
Charles Gary Rolf
(Yucca) Appointmentl-10-95
1-10-97
Rod Williams M
(Ocotillo)Appointmentl-10-95
1-10-97
Emily Bowden
(Cactus) Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-97
John Neyer
(Barrel) Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-96
Al Savastano
(Cholla) Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-96
Wade May (at -large)
Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-96
Marcia Newman
(at -large) Appointment 1-10-95
1-10-97
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Robert Beck (at -large) Appointment 1-10-95 1-10-97
Manuel Martinez(at-large)Appointment 1-10-95 1-10-96
Robert Beck (Cholla) Chair 1-10-95 1-10-96
Marcia Newman (Cactus) Vice -Chair 1-10-95 1-10-96
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Ed Luiszer (Barrel) Appointment
The recommendation it to make
various Boards and Commissions.
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appointments to the
It was moved by Clark, seconded by Lieberman, to appoint
the applicants to Boards and Commissions as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
Vice Mayor McAllister said Councilmember Huffman was
absent tonight due to illness.
It was moved by McAllister, seconded by Eggleston, to
excuse Councilmember Huffman from the meeting. The motion
carried unanimously.
It was moved by McAllister, seconded by Clark to hold
the Regular City Council Workshop followed by an Executive
Session on Tuesday, January 17, 1995, at 1:30 p.m., in Room
B-3 of the City Council building. The Executive Session is
pursuant to ARS 38-431.03 to discuss personnel matters and
obtain legal advice. The motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Clark expressed her condolences to Naomi,
wife of Mr. Mort Swickle, who passed away on December 19,
1995. She shared some of her remembrances of Mr. Swickle.
Councilmember Eggleston said he was very sorry to hear
about the passing of Mr. Swickle. He was a wonderful man.
Councilmember Eggleston said a lot of interesting things
are coming at the people appointed tonight to the new
Glendale Commission on Neighborhoods. He was sure they could
handle it.
Vice Mayor McAllister said he was glad to see that Mr.
Tom Cooper, Cactus District, was appointed to the Aviation
Advisory Commission. He had flown with him years ago. He is a
nice guy and will do an excellent job.
Vice Mayor McAllister said he couldn't remember a
bequest like the one received tonight from the Elsie
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McCarthy's estate during the time he'd been on Council. It
really is moving. He was sure the City of Glendale,
especially the sightless people, will enjoy it. He expressed
his gratitude for the kind donation.
Councilmember Lieberman said the dedication of our new
Glendale Avenue street improvements will be on Saturday,
January 21, 1995, at 12:00 noon. Come early and shop downtown
Glendale. Our Citizen Survey said 70% of the people in the
area do come to downtown Glendale. He'd like to see as many
people out for this event as for the tree lighting.
Councilmember Ewing thanked all of those involved in the
Glendale Commission on Neighborhoods selection process. We
had a wonderful response from citizens throughout the City.
They took a lot of time and thought filling out the
applications and it was really hard to narrow the Commission
down to a group of eleven people. Councilmember Ewing thanked
all of those who expressed interest in being on the
Commission and she hoped they would continue to participate
in their neighborhoods. Your applications are on file so you
will still be eligible when there is a vacancy.
Mayor Scruggs said she wasn't aware of Mr. Mort
Swickel's passing and would like to share in condolences to
his wife, Naomi.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Certification
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true,
correct, and accurate copy of the minutes of the regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Glendale held on
the 10th day of January, 1995. I further certify that the
meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was
present.
Given under my hand and he seal this day of
1995.
( SEAL)
Pamela Oliveira, City Clerk
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