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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 2/25/2003 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, HELD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2003, AT 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs, with Vice Mayor Thomas R. Eggleston and the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark, Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet, H. Philip Lieberman, and Manuel D. Martinez. Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Terry Zerkle, Assistant City Manager; Rick Flaaen, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk. COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the 6 resolutions to be considered at the meeting were available for public examination and the title posted at City Hall more than 72 hours in advance of the meeting. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 11, 2003 COUNCIL MEETING It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the February 11, 2003 Regular City Council meeting, as each member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them as written. The motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS CITY S.A.F.E. PROCLAMATION This is a request to announce March 2003 as the City S.A.F.E. campaign's Neighborhood Safety Month. The city of Glendale continues its community safety awareness campaign by focusing on Neighborhood Safety and the variety of programming designed exclusively to enhance neighborhood wellbeing and security, including Neighborhood Watch, Community Action Teams, HOA Training Academies, the Community Volunteer and Mediation Programs, Park Watch, and Library seminars intended to preserve and improve the physical and social aspects of our historic, traditional and newer neighborhoods. The campaign offers residents and business owners an opportunity to attend programs, activities and events to learn how to keep themselves and their property out of harm's way. The recommendation was to proclaim March 2003 as Neighborhood Safety Month. Erik Strunk from the Community Partnerships Department will accept the proclamation. 1 Mr. Strunk thanked the Mayor, Council and members of the community. He noted a variety of activities targeted toward neighborhoods are scheduled throughout the month of March. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read Agenda Item Numbers 1 through 3 by number and title, and Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read Agenda Item Number 4 by number and title. Councilmember Clark requested agenda item number 2 be heard separately. 1. AWARD OF CONTRACT - GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER RENOVATION This is a request for City Council approval of a construction contract with Close Construction for the renovation of the Glendale Community Center located at 5401 W. Ocotillo Road. The Council approved funds for the renovation and expansion of the Community Center in the FY 2001/02 Capital Improvement Budget. During the spring of 2001, two neighborhood meetings were held at the Community Center. Neighborhood residents were presented conceptual plans and asked to provide their input on the plans. A final draft plan was presented to the residents on September 29, 2001, which incorporated comments from the meeting. The existing facility is approximately 3,700 square feet and will be expanded by an addition of 2,600 square feet of interior space. Specifically, the improvements consist of construction of a multipurpose room with movable partitions, restroom facilities, kitchen facilities, computers, meeting and clubrooms and administrative offices and improvements to the building entrance lobby. The facility will also receive new mechanical and electrical systems as well as gas and water services. The exterior space of these parcels and adjoining alleyway shall be improved with landscaping, lighted parking, storm retention areas and a shaded basketball court. The completion of this project will work to ensure the council's priorities of improving older neighborhoods and providing increased recreational and youth development opportunities, thereby fulfilling the city's commitment to this neighborhood. Engineering began the initial bid process in October 2002, which yielded a nonresponsive bid resulting in a delay. The bid process was reinitiated in December 2002, and eight bids were received and opened on January 23, 2003, with Close Construction submitting the lowest bid in the amount of $768,000. Engineering staff has reviewed the bids and recommends award of the bid to Close Construction, a responsive and responsible bidder. The funding for this project in the amount of $450,000 is available in Glendale Community Center, Account No. 36-8027-8300 and $318,000 from Park Improvements/Enhancements, Account No. 14-8919-8300. 2 The recommendation was to award the construction contract to Close Construction in the amount of$768,000. 3. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE NO. 12, INC. This is a request for a special event liquor license for the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), Lodge No. 12, Inc. The event is a fundraiser for the Chaplains Fund and will be located at the FOP Lodge, 6821 N. 57th Avenue. The event will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2003. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be one of the allowed 10 days this year. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if the City Council recommends approval of such license. The recommendation was to forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with the recommendation for approval. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS 4. SUPER BOWL XLII BID SUPPORT This is a request for City Council approval of six resolutions required as part of the bid proposal to be presented by the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee to the National Football League (NFL) in support of the effort to host Super Bowl XLII (Year 2008) at the Cardinals Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. These resolutions identify the importance of this event to Glendale, the Valley and the state of Arizona, and assure governmental partnership in organizing, financing, promoting, accommodating, staging and conducting Super Bowl XLII and its related Official Events and Activities. Cities across the Valley have been asked to adopt similar resolutions in support of this event. Hosting the Super Bowl and its Official Events will create beneficial economic opportunities and stimulus, and create temporary jobs. Additionally, the many activities will generate goodwill and enhance Glendale's prestige throughout the world. The first resolution is to support the bid to host Super Bowl XLII at the Cardinals Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The second and third resolutions assure appropriate fire, medical and law enforcement services for this major event and related activities. The resolutions dealing with the airport, temporary flight restrictions and taxing authority 3 serve to enhance the bid package that the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee intends to present to the NFL. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the titles and adopt six resolutions in support of the bid to host Super Bowl XLII (Year 2008) at the Cardinals Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Resolution No. 3641 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, PROVIDING AIRPORT AUTHORITY ASSURANCE IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA Resolution No. 3642 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, PROVIDING LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY ASSURANCE IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA Resolution No. 3643 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RESOLUTION NO. 3643 NEW SERIES. PROVIDING FIRE AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY AGENCY ASSURANCE IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA Resolution No. 3644 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, PROVIDING TAXING AUTHORITY AGENCY ASSURANCE IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA Resolution No. 3645 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RESOLUTION NO. 3645 NEW SERIES. IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA Resolution No. 3646 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, PROVIDING TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS 4 ASSURANCE IN SUPPORT OF THE BID TO HOST SUPER BOWL XLII (YEAR 2008 A.D.) AT THE CARDINALS STADIUM IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, voiced his support of the Glendale Community Center renovations, stating it speaks to the city's commitment to improving the quality of life for its citizens. With regard to Consent Agenda Item 2, he said he is glad the city is approving the infill parcel, expressing his opinion an apartment development would create a much worse situation. He asked the Council to approve the Chaplain's Fund special event liquor license, stating it is a great cause. He said he supports the consent resolutions to bring SuperBowl 2008 to the City of Glendale. It was moved by Lieberman and seconded by Goulet, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1, 3, and 4, including the approval and adoption of Resolution No. 3641 New Series, Resolution No. 3642 New Series, Resolution No. 3643 New Series, Resolution No. 3644 New Series, Resolution No. 3645 New Series, Resolution No. 3646 New Series. The motion carried unanimously. 2. FINAL PLAT APPLICATION FP-02-02: 7737 NORTH 59TH AVENUE Mr. Jon Froke, Planning Director presented this item. This is a request by Stone Bridge Capital Properties for final plat approval for a subdivision titled Palm Terrace. The site is located at the southeast corner of 59th and Hayward Avenues and is considered an infill parcel. The subdivision includes 72 single-family lots on 13.7 acres at a density of 5.3 dwelling units per gross acre. Lot sizes vary from 4,729 square feet to 4,748 square feet, with an average lot size of 4,743 square feet. The proposed minimum lot width is 45 feet and the proposed minimum lot depth is 105 feet. The final plat is in conformance with the General Plan, the R1-4 PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential Development) zoning district, the City's in-fill policy and the preliminary plat approved by the Planning Commission on September 20, 2001. The General Plan encourages in-fill development. The General Plan designation of 5-8 supports the R1-4 PRD zoning and the proposed lot sizes. All stipulations of the preliminary plat have been satisfied. The recommendation was to approve final plat FP-02-02. It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to approve Final Plat Application FP-02-02. 5 Councilmember Clark stated she does not support the rezoning, explaining she believes it is inappropriate to build homes south of Wal-Mart given the intense commercial development that will occur at the Northern Crossings site. She said she sincerely hopes the developer will do enhanced notification to prospective buyers. She expressed her opinion the property should be developed for limited office or commercial uses. Councilmember Lieberman stated he did not support the original request and still does not support it. He agreed with Councilmember Clark's comments, stating he is also concerned about the traffic impacts of both the residential and commercial developments. He pointed out the Council decided at one point that 7,000 square feet would be the minimum lot size, unless larger lots were offered to offset lots of smaller sizes. He noted the average lot size of the proposed development is 4,743 square feet. Vice Mayor Eggleston expressed his opinion it is a good project. He pointed out the General Plan, approved by the voters, calls for 5 to 8 dwelling units per acre. He said the neighborhood wants smaller lots and he believes it is suitable for the area. Councilmember Goulet agreed the project is consistent with the General Plan, consistent with R1-4 PRD and consistent with the infill plan. He stated the parcel has been empty and difficult to develop for decades. He said the people living to the south do not want an office or commercial buffer, they want homes. He pointed out the city's infill policy allows for alternate housing configurations, expressing his opinion the project will be very popular and extremely successful. Councilmember Martinez stated the project meets the General Plan and infill guidelines, therefore, he will support the project. Councilmember Frate expressed his opinion the project represents an excellent infill project. He said not all residents want to live on large lots and he believes the quality project being proposed will help revitalize the area. Mayor Scruggs recognized the difference in opinions, stating, however, the land was zoned for apartments and the city cannot cause a different use if the property owner does not want a different use. She said the neighborhood to the south does not want apartments and prefers single family residential. She acknowledged the housing product is very different from other products offered in the city, stating, however, it has worked well in other cities. She explained the City's infill policy allows for a different product to be developed on smaller parcels of land that have been difficult to develop and cannot meet the city's current residential design guidelines. She stressed the project is in conformance with the city's infill policy. Upon a call for the question, the motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Goulet, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": Clark, Lieberman. 6 PUBLIC HEARING — LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS 5. REZONING APPLICATION Z-02-14: 5804 — 5842 WEST MYRTLE AVENUE Ms. Kate Langford, Senior Planner presented this item. This is a request by Juanita Buckley to rezone nine lots from R-2/HP (Mixed Residence with a Historic Preservation Overlay) to PAD/HP (Planned Area Development with a Historic Preservation Overlay). The application represents six other property owners and is requesting the expansion of the Catlin Court PAD to include the subject lots to allow for the establishment of pedestrian retail and office uses. The PAD designation is the most appropriate zoning district to implement the General Plan land use designation of Entertainment Mixed-use (EMU). The Design Guidelines for the Catlin Court Residential Area will remain in effect for the area. Permitted uses and development standards for these lots are contained in the Catlin Court District Plan that was developed as part of the Catlin Court PAD zoning process. The applicant intends to convert the existing house located at 5804 West Myrtle Avenue into a museum honoring recording artist Marty Robbins. At a public hearing on December 19, 2002, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of Z-02-14, subject to two stipulations, One person spoke in support of this request. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve rezoning Application Z-02-14, subject to the two stipulations recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilmember Clark noted most of the property in Catlin Court is C-O Historic Preservation Overlay. She asked what uses the R2-HP designation would allow. Ms. Langford explained the Planned Area Development is written specifically with a number of features in mind, including retaining the historic nature of the retail office area and offering a variety of pedestrian retail and limited office uses. She stated a Commercial Office designation is more intensive and does not emphasize the pedestrian nature of the development or address the historic character of the area to the same degree. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 5. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, voiced his support of the applicant's request, stressing the importance of preserving the city's heritage and roots. He asked if people who own businesses in the area would also be allowed to live on the premises. He said he looks forward to visiting the Marty Robbins museum. 7 Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. Ms. Juanita Buckley, Applicant, asked the Council to approve the request, stating they have been trying for a number of years to establish the Marty Robbins museum. It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to approve Rezoning Application Z-02-14, subject to the two stipulations. Council members Frate and Goulet commended Ms. Buckley on her persistence and thanked her for her vision. Councilmember Lieberman expressed his opinion the museum will be a welcome addition to the Catlin Court area. Upon a call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. 6. REZONING APPLICATION Z-02-22: 6701 WEST UNION HILLS DRIVE Ms. Kate Langford, Senior Planner presented this item. This is a request by Gammage & Burnham to amend Stipulation No. 6 approved in Rezoning Application No. Z-98-35. The site is located at the southwest corner of 67th Avenue and Union Hills Drive. It has been developed with a single story office building of residential character. The office is occupied by Arrowhead Ranch Dentistry. Stipulation No. 6 pertains to on-site, freestanding signage. The applicant is requesting this amendment to allow for the on-site freestanding sign to be incorporated into a 30- inch high screen wall located on the property. The location of the freestanding sign is no longer viable due to the fact that an Arizona Public Service (APS) utility box has been placed adjacent to the proposed location of the sign and would obscure the view of the sign. The suggested stipulation amendment would allow for individual letters to be mounted on the 30-inch high screen wall. Allowing this signage alternative will enhance the site by further "blending" the commercial nature of the dentist office with the residential character of Union Hills Drive. At a public hearing on January 16, 2003, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of Z-02-22, subject to three stipulations. No one except the applicant spoke at the public hearing. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve rezoning Application Z-02-22, subject to the three stipulations recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilmember Clark asked if approval of the request would set a precedence and open the door for other businesses to develop similar signs. Ms. Langford said 8 they do not consider this particular situation precedent setting, explaining it is more in response to particular development constraints. She said the type of freestanding signage allowed is well outlined within the signage allowances. Councilmember Clark expressed her opinion the sign is attractive, stating she would like to see more of that type of monument signage. Dr. Mark Chase, Applicant, stated the proposed sign actually conforms to all of the sign guidelines except with regard to the portion of the radius sign that will face Union Hills Drive. Mayor Scruggs complimented the Applicant on the beautiful development and his attention to detail. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 6. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, stated he supports the applicant's request and believes it beautifies the city. Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve Rezoning Application Z-02-22 subject to the three stipulations. Councilmember Martinez commended Dr. Chase for building a beautiful office building on a parcel that was vacant for a very long time. He said the sign is more attractive and will be less intrusive than the original sign. Upon a call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. 7. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-02-11 AND REZONING APPLICATION Z-02- 30: 12855 NORTH 67"1 AVENUE Ms. Kate Langford, Senior Planner presented this item. This is a request by Gary Weinberger, representing Jerry Moyes, to amend the General Plan Land Use Map from Residential 1-2.5 dwelling units per acre and GC (General Commercial) to 0 (Office) and rezone from SR-17 (Suburban Residential), C- 2 (General Commercial) and C-3 (Heavy Commercial) to C-O (Commercial Office) on 9.74 acres located south of the southeast corner of 67th Avenue and Thunderbird Road. The rezoning request will allow the property to develop with any of the uses permitted in the C-O zoning district. It is the intent of the property owner to develop the site for a professional office use in the near future. The current General Plan designation on the property is Residential 1-2.5 dwelling units per acre and GC (General Commercial). This is intended for semi-rural large lot 9 development and intense commercial uses. The proposed (0) Office designation will allow for professional office businesses that are quiet in nature and provide a transition between the adjacent roadways and the properties to the south and west. The proposed C-O (Commercial Office) zoning district is the most appropriate zoning to implement the proposed (0) Office land use designation. The C-O zoning district requires strict development standards that will ensure compatibility with the surrounding commercial and residential development. At a public hearing on January 16, 2003, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of GP-02-11 and Z-02-30. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve General Plan Amendment GP-02-11 and Rezoning application Z-02-30. The rezoning request should be subject to the one stipulation as recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilmember Clark asked if rezoning is perpetual or if the applicant has to do something to retain the new zoning designation within a specified timeframe. Ms. Langford said there is no timeframe for either General Plan amendments or rezonings, however, there is a timeframe with regard to Conditional Use Permits and Preliminary Plat Approvals. Mr. Gary Winberger, Applicant's representative, said the project is compatible to the area and provides an excellent transition from the commercial to residential uses. He noted the north part of the property was an approved use, stating, however, Mr. Froke suggested the applicant come in for a General Plan amendment and rezoning to clean up the entire area. Councilmember Frate did not attend the public meeting, but said the neighborhood was in full support of this project. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 7. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, voiced his support of the project, characterizing the applicant as a great benefactor to the City of Glendale. Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to approve General Plan Amendment GP-02-11 and Rezoning Application Z-02-30 subject to one stipulation. The motion carried unanimously. 10 PUBLIC HEARING — LIQUOR LICENSES 8. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-863 STREETS OF NEW YORK This is a request for a person transfer of a series 7 (on- & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for Streets of New York located at 5843 W. Thunderbird Road. The previous owner operated this business as Peter Piper Pizza and held a series 7 (on- & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license at this location. The applicant is currently operating this establishment pursuant to an interim permit issued by the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. The approval of this license will not increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. No protests were filed during the 20-day posting period. The Planning Department, the Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with the recommendation for approval. 9. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-864 WAL-MART SUPERCENTER NO. 3465 This is a request for a person and location transfer of a series 9 (off-sale retail, all liquor) license for Wal-Mart Supercenter No. 3465, which will be located at 5010 N. 95th Avenue. There have been no prior liquor licenses at this location. The approval of this license will increase the number of liquor licenses in the area by one. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. No protests were filed during the 20-day posting period. The Planning Department, the Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with the recommendation for approval. Councilmember Lieberman pointed out the information sheet on Liquor License 3- 864 Wal-Mart says it is in the Cholla District when, in fact, it is in the Yucca District. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item Numbers 8 and 9. As there were no comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Clark, to forward Liquor License Applications No. 3-863 for Streets of New York and No. 3-864 for Wal- Mart Supercenter No. 3465, to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses 11 and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 10. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Appointments are to be made to the following boards or commissions that have a vacancy or expired term: Effective Term Date Expires Citizens Oversight Transportation Commission Fisher, Erman Chair Re-appointment 03/26/2003 03/25/2004 Mendez, Victor Vice-Chair Re-appointment 03/26/2003 03/25/2004 Commission on Persons With Disabilities Hayes, Stephanie Vice-Chair Appointment 02/27/2003 02/26/2004 Weinstein, Ray Cactus Appointment 02/27/2003 02/26/2005 Maxon, Elaine Sahuaro Re-appointment 02/27/2003 02/26/2005 Steiger, Robert Sahuaro Appointment 02/27/2003 02/26/2005 Schanlaub, Clarence Yucca Appointment 02/27/2003 02/26/2005 Historic Preservation Commission Shady, Becky Jo At-Large Re-appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2005 (Mayoral) Shady, Becky Jo Chair Appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2004 Turner, Patrick Vice-Chair Appointment 04/24/2003 04/23/2004 Housing Advisory Commission Vacca, Rita Vice-Chair Re-appointment 05/14/2003 05/13/2004 Judicial Selection Advisory Board Bellah, Richard Re-appointment 04/23/2003 04/22/2006 12 Heilman, Joseph B. Re-appointment 04/23/2003 04/22/2006 Library Advisory Board Kultala, Winifred Chair Re-appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2004 Dewey, Judith Sahuaro Re-appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2005 Dewey, Judith Vice-Chair Re-appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2004 Krogulski, TheodoreYucca Appointment 04/13/2003 04/12/2005 Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Gitelson, Richard Sahuaro Re-appointment 04/09/2003 04/08/2005 Gutierrez, Ruben Ocotillo Appointment 02/25/2003 02/24/2005 Planning Commission Schwartz, Richard Yucca Appointment 03/25/2003 03/24/2005 The recommendation was to make appointments to the Board or Commission. It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Lieberman, to appoint the applicants listed above, for the terms listed above, to the Citizens Oversight Transportation Commission, Commission on Persons with Disabilities, Historic Preservation Commission, Housing Advisory Commission, Judicial Selection Advisory Board, Library Advisory Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously. REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Frate, to hold a City Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 4, 2003, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38- 431.03. The motion carried unanimously. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, commented on the improvements that were made to the Olive Green condominium complex at 59th Avenue and Olive, stating he hopes similar improvements happen throughout the city. He expressed concern about the increase in graffiti, specifically a particular gang symbol found on west 57th Avenue. He encouraged the Police Department to do what it can to keep gangs under control. 13 COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Clark stated she attended a children's traffic safety show at Glendale Community College, and was impressed by the tremendous number of third graders in attendance. She thanked Mr. Jim Book and his staff, Ms. Jeannine McKinsey, the Fire Department and the Police Department for their efforts and support. She also thanked Mr. Dick Yonkey who performed as a clown at the event and Mr. Rick Flaaen for his Elvis impersonation. Councilmember Goulet stated the Council approved a number of significant items, including the expansion of the Community Center, a much needed infill project and the Marty Robbins museum. He encouraged everyone to attend the Community Safety Fair on March 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Fry's shopping center at 67th Avenue and Bethany Home Road. He announced the Northern Crossing dedication will be held Monday, March 17 at 1:30 p.m. Vice Mayor Eggleston commended the Neighborhood Partnership Program for the improvements made at the Olive Green condominium complex and for the xeriscape garden at the Main Library campus. He noted the Fire and Police Departments held a full scale emergency exercise last Saturday, commending the departments for recognizing that no city is immune to dastardly attacks and for planning for the unthinkable. Councilmember Martinez announced a Cholla District neighborhood meeting will be held March 6 at 6:30 p.m. Councilmember Frate said he also attended the Slow Down Friday event, thanking the dozens of city employees who participated. He stated he attended the Latino Institute Conference held at Glendale Community College on Saturday and took part in the six seminars that were offered. He thanked Glendale Community College for hosting the event. He noted the Glendale Fire and Police Departments, along with other city departments as well as state, county and federal agencies, coordinated one of the largest training exercises in the United States with over 400 victims. He said the experience was very intense and true to life. He said the Department of Justice will evaluate the exercise in the upcoming months, but, as far as he is concerned, it was a success. Mayor Scruggs suggested those interested in seeing reruns of the Traffic Safety event and Full Scale Chemical Weapons Training Exercise check KGLN for times. She thanked everyone who works so hard to put the city's events together. She said the second Listening Session put on by the Maricopa Community Colleges Governing Board was held last week at Glendale Community College, explaining the idea is to learn more about the community and to hear from residents who use the college. She noted a number of people spoke about how Glendale Community College changed their lives for the better. She congratulated Dr. Phil Randolph, President of Glendale 14 Community College, and his team. She announced Dr. Goppinger, President and CEO of Midwestern University will be recognized Thursday by the YWCA of Maricopa County as an honoree in the education field at their Annual Tribute To Women program. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Pamela Hanna - City Clerk 15