HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 3/28/2000 (3) MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2000, AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Scruggs, with Vice Mayor Eggleston
and the following Councilmembers present: Goulet, Lieberman, Martinez, McAllister
and Samaniego.
Also present were Martin Vanacour, City Manager; Ed Beasley, Assistant City
Manager; Peter Van Haren, City Attorney; and Pamela Oliveira, City Clerk.
Compliance with Article VII, Section 6(c) of the Glendale Charter
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the seven ordinances and seven
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 22, 2000
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Samaniego, to dispense with the
reading of the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 22, 2000,
as each member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and
approve them as written. The motion carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
PRESENT PROCLAMATIONS OF RECOGNITION TO GLENDALE STUDENTS AND
JEANNIE McKENZIE-LaVELLE FOR THEIR PART IN THE GRADUATED DRIVER
LICENSING TRAFFIC LAW
The purpose of Arizona's newest traffic law, Graduated Driver Licensing or
"GDL" is to save lives by providing a state mandated structure for education and
experience in driving. These Glendale students, four of whom are on the Mayor's
Youth Advisory Commission, testified before the Arizona House and Senate on behalf
of GDL for two years, were special guests as Governor Jane Dee Hull signed the bill
into Arizona law, and addressed the annual Governor's Office of Highway Safety
Conference. These Glendale students researched, wrote and designed a GDL
brochure explaining the new law to teens and parents, as well as wrote and filmed an 8-
minute video for distribution to all Arizona public, private and charter high schools.
These teens, under the guidance of the City of Glendale's Transportation Department
Traffic Educator, Jeannie McKenzie-LaVelle, created the state's public relations
campaign for this law which went into effect January 1, 2000.
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Mayor Scruggs presented proclamations to Brandi Goodwin, John Russell
Ippolito, Cassandra Kerber, David Reitdorf, Kale Gans and Jeannie McKenzie-LaVelle.
PRESENT PROCLAMATION OF RECOGNITION TO DIANE MCCARTHY, RAY
KELLIS, MERRILL HARLAN, LT. COL. ROBERT KOPPS, AND GORDON CHENIAE
Diane McCarthy, Ray Kellis, Merrill Harlan, Lt. Col. Robert Kopps, and Gordon
Cheniae demonstrated exceptional dedication and leadership in their contribution to
Valley Vision 2025. The Valley Vision 2025 Committee dedicated two years of effort to
the future quality of our region. Our community's sense of place can be enhanced
through high-quality, well-planned growth that preserves the region's distinctive
southwestern desert heritage and its natural and working landscapes. The community
can take action to move towards its vision by developing innovative partnerships to
meet our goals. Through their work and others who care about this region, Valley
Vision 2025 now offers a call of action to create a better future for ourselves and our
children.
Mayor Scruggs presented proclamations of recognition to Diane McCarthy and
Merrill Harlan.
Ms. McCarthy thanked Mayor Scruggs and stated that it was a privilege to have
served on the committee.
Mr. Harlan stated that, although it was at times a frustrating experience, it was a
very rewarding one. He thanked Mayor Scruggs and the Council for having been given
the opportunity to be a part of the committee.
CONSENT AGENDA
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, read Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 9
by number and title.
1. APPROVAL OF NEIGHBORHOOD SMALL GRANT AWARD: ORCHARD GLEN
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
The Neighborhood Partnership "Small Grants Program" was created to serve as
a resource for older neighborhoods to encourage them to seek funding for small-scale
neighborhood improvements, enhancements, and creative "neighborhood building"
projects. As approved by the Mayor and Council, the Small Grants Program requires
each eligible applicant to match at least one-third of the amount requested with any
combination of cash, "sweat equity", and/or donated services or materials. Additionally,
grant amounts are "capped" at $2,500 per grant.
As a result of the Winter 2000 Funding Cycle, the following Small Grant request
was received:
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The Orchard Glen Neighborhood Association (59th Lane to
63`d Avenue; Glendale to Maryland Avenues) requested
$2,500 in funds to purchase printing and duplicating services
for a monthly newsletter.
On March 8, 2000, the "Small Grants Subcommittee" of the Citizens' Advisory
Commission on Neighborhoods met and reviewed this request. The subcommittee
voted to recommend approval of the request.
The subcommittee then forwarded its recommendation to the full commission for
review and approval. At its March 8, 2000 regular meeting, the Commission on
Neighborhoods unanimously voted to accept the findings of the subcommittee and
recommend them to the Mayor and Council for formal consideration and approval.
If approved by the Mayor and Council, the total amount of the grant award will be
$2,500. The request meets the required one-third neighborhood match requirement of
the program. Funds are available in the Neighborhood Partnership Fund Account
Number 01-8968-7330.
The recommendation was to approve the Small Grant request as recommended
by the Commission on Neighborhoods.
2. AWARD OF A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH GRAYBAR
ELECTRIC COMPANY
The U.S. Conference of Mayors and the National Association of Counties has
created a National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance, through U.S. Mayor Enterprises,
Incorporated. The program was instituted to provide cities and counties quality
products and services at the lowest prices possible, using the leverage of city and
county volumes across the country. The process begins by having a lead public agency
solicit bids on a selected product or service. The contract contains provisions requiring
the awarded vendor to supply the product or service to other cities or counties at the
same price, terms and conditions. Once the lead agency awards the contract, following
recognized public procurement practices, cities and counties from across the country
may participate by executing a "participation certificate" with the selected vendor.
There is no fee for participating.
The City of Glendale would like to enter into an agreement for electrical supplies,
including, but not limited to, wire, cable switches, relays, ballast and florescent lamps
with Graybar Electric Company, Incorporated, based on a master agreement with
Graybar Electric Company, Incorporated, established by the Alliance through a
competitive bid conducted by Los Angeles County. Because of the volumes obtained
by the Alliance program, the discounts on the award are much greater than what the
City could obtain by bidding separately. The "participation certificate" is not an
exclusive agreement, and the City may, at its discretion, purchase electrical products
and supplies from other vendors. The initial term of the agreement expires on
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September 30, 2001. Cooperative purchases are permitted by the Glendale City Code,
Section 2-149, provided the actions of the other governmental entity comply with the
intent of Glendale's purchasing ordinance. The City's Materials Management Division
has investigated the bidding procedures utilized by Los Angeles County and has
determined they meet the intent of the competitive purchasing procedures of the City of
Glendale Code. Neither the Alliance, nor Los Angeles County, requires that an
agreement be signed with them in order for the City of Glendale to take advantage of
this cooperative purchase arrangement. Funding for the electrical products and
supplies is available in departmental operating budgets.
The recommendation was to enter into a cooperative purchase agreement with
Graybar Electric Company, Incorporated, for electrical products and supplies, in the
amount of $105,000.
3. AMENDMENT TO BID 99-64, CHYRON GRAPHICS SYSTEM FOR R LIVE
COUNCIL AND WORKSHOP MEETING PRODUCTION
Invitation for Bid 99-64 for the purchase of Chyron Graphics Systems for the
Cable Department was awarded to Audio Video Recorders in November of 1999 for
$92,074.57. This contract was based on purchasing equipment for the Cable
Department's production studio and for its production truck. The Cable Department is
moving forward in upgrading electronic graphic equipment for live meeting production.
It has been determined that the same type of Chyron equipment that was purchased for
the studio and production truck can be used for upgrading the equipment for live
meeting production. This system will be installed in the council chambers control room
and be compatible with the two systems that were recently purchased.
This equipment will allow the Cable Department to provide electronic text and
graphics with special effects that are not currently available to its live meetings in the
Council Workshop Room and Council Chambers. The equipment that it is replacing is
approximately eight years old. Replacement parts for the existing equipment are
difficult to find or not available. This equipment will help meet the council goal of
enhancing the video productions that are produced by the Cable Department.
Funding is available in the Cable Franchise Fund, Account Number 54-4520-
4526.
The recommendation was to approve the change order for additional Chyron
equipment to Audio Visual Recorders in the amount $35,897.78, taxes included.
4. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 99-67, DIGITAL DARKROOM EQUIPMENT
Two proposals were received to provide the Police Department with digital
darkroom equipment. This equipment will enable the Police Department to enhance
the photographic productivity process and dissemination. The new digital equipment
will reduce physical storage space of images, reduce the cost of photographic supplies
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by over 50% annually and eliminate chemical handling, which reduces possible
environmental hazards. Additional benefits include an increase in the photographer's
quality of images, and the ability to retrieve requested images in minutes instead of
taking several days. The Police Department is currently using traditional 35mm
equipment which is approximately nine years old. This contract is to purchase the
equipment and then have the contractor provide maintenance at an annual cost of
$3,221 on the equipment once the warranty has expired. Funding is available in the
Police Department Administration Bureau utilizing carryover funds from last fiscal year,
Account Number 01-3210-8900, and also by using RICO funds, Account Number 48-
7076-8900.
An evaluation panel, consisting of staff from the Glendale, Phoenix, and Mesa
Police Departments, reviewed the offers received. Evaluation factors included
functionality of the system, cost, ease of use of the system, and system support. The
offer from Linear Systems was scored highest by the evaluation panel.
The recommendation was to award the contract for digital darkroom equipment
to Linear Systems in the amount of $78,451.05, taxes included.
5. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 99-73, SAHUARO RANCH MAIN HOUSE WINDOWS
AND DOORS RESTORATION, ABATEMENT AND WEATHERIZATION
One offer was received to remove all lead-based paint and restore the Sahuaro
Ranch Main House window and door assemblies. Three general contractors attended
the mandatory pre-proposal conference held two weeks prior to the offer due date.
These companies were contacted to ask why they did not respond to the solicitation.
One contractor was inexperienced with the extensive work required on this project, and
the second would not have been able to complete the work in the required timeframe
due to current work load constraints.
An evaluation committee, consisting of staff from the Materials Management,
Parks and Recreation, and Facilities Management Departments, reviewed the offer and
determined that it met the evaluation criteria and was within the cost budgeted for this
project. Funding of $63,600, which includes a $32,000 grant from the Federal Historic
Preservation Fund, is available in Sahuaro Ranch Windows Restoration Account
Number 47-7063-7999 and $3,000 will be transferred from Facilities Renovation
Account Number 36-8519-8300.
The recommendation was to award the contract for the lead-based paint removal
and weatherization of all exterior doors and windows in the Sahuaro Ranch Main House
to Fred Hoopes Companies in the amount of $66,600, taxes included and approve the
transfer of funds.
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6. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 00-06, PRETREATMENT DATA MANAGEMENT
SOFTWARE
Four proposals were received to provide the Water Operations Division of the
Utilities Department with Pretreatment Data Management Software. The City of
Glendale Pretreatment Program is responsible for maintaining the quality of wastewater
discharge in the City's collection system from numerous commercial and industrial
sources within the City limits. This data management software will allow the City to
track information, including type of business, type of pollutants being discharged,
treatment system maintenance, analytical sampling data, inspection results, and
compliance status. Funding is available is the Utilities/Water Treatment's Operating
Budget, Account Number 50-6425-8400.
An evaluation committee, consisting of staff from the Utilities and Water
Treatment Departments, reviewed the offers received. Specific evaluation criteria
included: cost, if the software was written in Microsoft Access, source code ownership,
compliance with specifications, ease of use, performance of the software and
usefulness of reports. The proposal scored highest by the committee was submitted by
Custom Databases & Dataentry.
The recommendation was to award the contract for Pretreatment Data
Management Software to Custom Databases & Dataentry in the amount $29,399.72,
taxes included.
7. PURCHASE OF LABORATORY SUPPLIES
Glendale's usage of laboratory supplies has recently increased significantly due
to the expansion of the Pyramid Peak Water Treatment Plant and the increase in usage
of these supplies is expected to continue as the West Area Water Treatment Plant
begins operation this year.
The City of Phoenix, using a competitive process, recently went out to bid for
laboratory supplies. Its specifications cover a wide variety of miscellaneous items,
including, but not limited, to glassware, plasticware, test tubes, and PH equipment.
Following evaluation by City of Phoenix staff, a multiple award was given to VWR
Science Products and Fisher Scientific.
The City of Glendale, along with the City of Chandler, added its estimated annual
usage to the City of Phoenix's solicitation and, after review by Glendale's water
treatment staff, it was determined that the pricing on Phoenix's contract is better than
what the City is currently receiving. The City could not expect to receive a better price if
a proposal was issued for only its needs. Consequently, the City of Glendale would like
to enter into a cooperative purchase agreement with the two awarded companies based
on the City of Phoenix award. Cooperative purchases are allowed by the City of
Glendale's Purchasing Ordinance, Section 2.149.
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The contract was awarded by the City of Phoenix on November 10, 1999, and is
in effect for three years until October 31, 2002. The contract may be extended an
additional two years beyond the initial award. Funding is available in the Water
Treatment Plant's Operating Budget, Account Numbers 50-6421-7520, 50-6422-7520,
50-6425-7520, 50-6429-7520, 50-6430-7520 and 50-6432-7520.
The recommendation was to enter into an agreement with VWR Scientific
Products and Fisher Scientific for laboratory supplies in an amount not to exceed
$100,000 annually.
8. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT — MAIN LIBRARY PARKING LOT
DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
This was a request for City Council award of a construction contract to Calyber
Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $35,865 for construction of storm drainage
improvements at the Main Library parking lot. These improvements are needed to
correct drainage problems and eliminate ponding within the parking lot. The project will
consist of the construction of a storm drain pipe between existing inlets and drywells
and drainage to an existing storm drain manhole in Brown Street. Construction is
scheduled for 30 days and one-half of the parking will be impacted during a portion of
that time.
Two bids were received and opened on February 17, 2000. Calyber Contracting,
Inc., a qualified and licensed contractor, submitted the lowest bid in the amount of
$35,865. Although higher than the engineer's estimate, the bids were reviewed and
determined to be acceptable due to the nature and size of the project.
Due to savings in the construction of the Foothills Branch Library, funds for this
project are available in the 1999/2000 budget in Foothills Branch Library Account
Number 64-8555-8400.
The recommendation was to award the construction contract to Calyber
Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $35,865.
9. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT — WATER
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM EVALUATION
This was a request for City Council approval of a professional services
agreement with CH2M Hill, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $185,840 for an
engineering study to develop a program for systematic evaluation of the physical
condition of the City's water distribution system and then evaluate approximately one
quarter of the City's water distribution system.
The Water Distribution System Evaluation Project is intended to implement a
systematic program of pipeline condition ratings to create a logical pipeline
rehabilitation program. This program will be used to review the entire 541 miles of
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pipeline network within the next five years. Thereafter, the evaluation program will be
used to monitor the water system on an ongoing basis by City personnel.
During the first year of the evaluation, a pipeline rating system will be developed
to identify problem areas, collect physical data on the pipelines, and prioritize the
replacement or rehabilitation of aging pipelines. Pipeline replacement costs can then
be controlled through economy of scale by bidding larger construction projects and by
avoiding emergency repairs. After one-quarter of the City has been studied, a
rehabilitation and replacement schedule will be developed.
A letter of interest was sent to about ninety engineering firms. Fifteen firms were
then asked to submit proposals for the work. A six-member review panel evaluated the
six proposals that were submitted. The panel selected the approach which was
proposed by CH2M Hill as the best qualified and most suitable for the City's water
system. After one-quarter of the water system has been evaluated, another request for
proposals can be started to select an engineer for the continuing work in the following
year.
Funds are available for this project in Water Distribution System Evaluation
Project Account Number 50-9234-8330.
The recommendation was to approve the professional services agreement with
CH2M Hill in the amount of $185,840.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
10. ARIZONA STATE PARKS HERITAGE TRAILS FUND-SKUNK CREEK TRAIL
SIGNAGE
The Parks and Recreation Department is submitting a Heritage Trials Fund grant
application to provide a comprehensive, unified signage program for the 3.5 mile long
Skunk Creek Multi-Use Pedestrian and Equestrian Trails System. The project includes
informational, directional, and interpretive signs and three-trailhead kiosks.
The total project cost is $72,135. The grant request is for $31,825, which is 44%
of the project cost. The City will pay $40,310 from Park Bond Funds for its cost share.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Council endorsed this project at its February
14, 2000, meeting.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the submission of a Heritage Trial Fund grant application and
required cash match for the development of the signage of Skunk Creek Trail System
and authorizing the acceptance of the grant if awarded.
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Resolution No. 3357 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 APPLICATION FOR LOCAL, REGIONAL
AND STATE PARKS FUNDS FOR SKUNK CREEK PARK DEVELOPMENT.
11. ARIZONA STATE PARKS HERITAGE FUND — GRAND CANAL LINEAR PARK
PLAYGROUND AND TRAIL AMENITY GRANT APPLICATION
The Parks and Recreation Department is submitting a Heritage Fund grant
application for the development of 24.25 acres of the Grand Canal Linear Park.
This phase of development extends from 75th Avenue and Camelback Road to
83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road, along the north side of the canal. Planned
improvements include playgrounds, ramadas, trail amenities, and entry feature for the
linear park. The City will pay pre-grant design and engineering costs in the amount of
approximately $3,684. The total project cost is $568,904. The grant request is for
$236,359. The City will provide matching funds of $332,545, which is 58% of the
project cost. Funds are available in Zone 1 development impact fees.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission endorsed this project at its
February 14, 2000 meeting.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the submission of a Heritage Fund grant application and required
cash match for the development of a playground and trail amenities in the Grand Canal
Linear Park and authorizing the acceptance of the grant if awarded.
Resolution No. 3358 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 APPLICATION FOR LOCAL, REGIONAL
AND STATE PARKS FUNDS FOR GRAND CANAL LINEAR PARK PLAYGROUND
AND TRAIL AMENITY DEVELOPMENT.
12. ACCEPTANCE OF STATE GRANT TO BE APPLIED TOWARDS LAND
ACQUISITION
The State Department of Transportation, Aeronautics Division, has issued a
grant to the City of Glendale for use at the Glendale Municipal Airport for land
acquisition located northeast of the Airport. The property is located at 10651 West
Glendale Avenue and is owned by Armand C. Rivera, Sr. and Geraldine Rivera. The
grant is in the amount of $29,846. This is the State match to a Federal grant received
approximately three years ago. This grant provides 4.47% of the land acquisition costs.
Funds for the City's matching portion of this grant are available within the grant
match funds, with the account number for this grant being 34-8570.
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The recommendation was to waive reading beyond title and adopt a resolution
accepting the grant offered by the State Department of Transportation, Aeronautics
Division, for land acquisition.
Resolution No. 3359 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 THE GRANT OFFER FROM THE ARIZONA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, AERONAUTICS DIVISION, FOR USE AT
THE GLENDALE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT FOR LAND ACQUISITION.
13. CANVASS OF VOTES AND RESOLUTION ADOPTING RESULTS OF THE
PRIMARY ELECTION
A.R.S. 16-642 states that the governing body holding an election shall canvass
the election not less than six days, nor more than fifteen days, following the election.
The Primary Election was held on March 14, 2000 and the canvass will be held at the
regular City Council meeting of March 28, 2000.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution accepting the canvass of votes of the Primary Election held in the City of
Glendale on Tuesday, March 14, 2000.
Resolution No. 3360 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, DECLARING AND ADOPTING THE RESULTS OF THE
PRIMARY ELECTION HELD ON MARCH 14, 2000; AND ORDERING THAT A
CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION BE RECORDED.
14. NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION
State Law provides that the City Council of a municipality may adopt and publish
a Notice of General Election. This notice contains important information regarding the
General Election, including a list of polling places. The Notice of General Election is
published twice, in the Glendale Star, the City of Glendale's official newspaper.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution giving notice of the City of Glendale General Election to be held on May 16,
2000.
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Resolution No. 3361 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 NOTICE OF THE GENERAL ELECTION;
ESTABLISHING POLLING PLACES AND VOTING DISTRICTS AND THE TIMES
THAT SUCH POLLS WILL BE OPEN; APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICIALS AND
FIXING THEIR COMPENSATION; PROVIDING FOR THE RUNOFF ELECTION OF
CANDIDATES FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBER IN THE YUCCA DISTRICT;
AND PROPOSING A PERMANENT ADJUSTMENT TO THE 1979-80 BASE
EXPENDITURE LIMITATION OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE.
Mr. Leonard Clark. a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, thanked
the Council for removing the lead paint from the window panes and doors of the
Sahuaro Ranch Park historical house. He also thanked Ms. Pamela Oliveira, the City
Clerk, for her efforts in distributing election information and voter registration forms.
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Martinez, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 14, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution Nos. 3357 New Series, 3358 New Series,
3359 New Series, 3360 New Series; and 3361 New Series. The motion carried
unanimously.
LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
15. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-98-07 AND REZONING APPLICATION
Z-98-24; 7616 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE
Mr. Larry Harmer, Planning Manager, presented this request by Landmark
Engineering, Inc. and Gene Addington Construction for the Puget Sound Investment
Group on 6.56 acres at the northeast corner of Glendale Avenue and 77th Lane.
General Plan Amendment GP-98-07 was a request to amend the General Plan land
use map from 5-8 residential units an acre to 3.5-5 residential units an acre. Rezoning
application Z-98-24 was a request to rezone 6.56 acres from A-1 (Agriculture) to R1-6
PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential Development).
The proposed PRD plan shows 23 lots at a density of 3.5 units per gross acre.
The minimum lot size is 6,150 square feet. The minimum lot width is 60 feet. A single
divided entrance is proposed off of 77th Lane. A 0.56—acre open space and retention
area is located along Glendale Avenue at 77th Lane. The perimeter wall proposed
along Glendale Avenue will be designed with features that complement the planned
and existing improvements along Glendale Avenue.
The PRD plan proposes three floor plans and nine elevation plans. The single-
and two-story contemporary southwest architectural style incorporates design features
that include stucco exteriors, tile roofs, and two and three-car garages. Distinctive
architectural details on the front elevations include popouts, reveals, and recesses.
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The color palette will consist of earth-tone colors and will be submitted for approval at
the time of construction plan review.
The proposed rezoning meets the criteria for R1-6 zoning because it is a
relatively small property in a developed area with fixed boundaries. The Glendale
Elementary School District and Glendale Union High School District have certified that
adequate facilities will exist to accommodate future student enrollment.
The proposed PRD meets many of the new Single Family Residential Design
Guidelines adopted by the City Council on July 13, 1999. Since this is a relatively small
infill parcel, it is not required to meet all of the Design Guidelines. The adopted
Guidelines allow relief under this type of special circumstance.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of these
requests at its hearing held on January 20, 2000. The recommendation for Rezoning
Application Z-98-24 is subject to nine stipulations. No one, except the applicant, spoke
at the public hearing.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing; approve General Plan
Amendment GP-98-07 and Rezoning Application Z-98-24, with Rezoning Application
Z-98-24 being subject to the nine stipulations recommended by the Planning
Commission.
Councilmember Lieberman asked how many 60-foot lots there were. Mr.
Harmer explained that the majority of the lots are 60 feet; however they also have 120-
foot lot depths proposed, which exceeds R1-6 requirements. He noted that shorter lot
depths will occur when they are at the cul-de-sac bulbs.
Mr. Gary Clavbaugh, Developments Services Manage r of Landmark
Engineering, Inc. of Phoenix, Arziona, the applicant, stated that they did not have
any problems with the nine stipulations. He noted that their only concern was in regard
to the aesthetics of blending the eight-foot wall fronting Glendale Avenue into the six-
foot perimeter walls that are standard for subdivisions in the area. He stated that they
were going to do a step down on both the east and west sides.
Vice Mayor Eggleston mentioned the discussions concerning the eight-foot wall
during the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. He expressed his opinion that
the aesthetic design of the wall would be a nice addition.
Mr. Claybaugh noted that a question came up during those discussions as to
what is required under the new design guidelines. He stated that the only stipulation is
for eight-foot walls along arterial streets and that there is a standard six-foot
requirement for adjacent subdivisions. He explained that they have an existing six-foot
wall for the subdivision east of them and the City required that the 12-foot utility
easement remain in the area. He stated that they felt, and the Commission agreed,
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that a six-foot wall that matches all of the adjacent walls made more sense
aesthetically.
Vice Mayor Eggleston noted that the citizens had requested an eight-foot wall at
another nearby location and the developer had put it in.
Mr. Claybaugh stated his belief that the Commission agreed, even though it was
a stipulation that could have been placed on the property, six foot-walls were
aesthetically better.
Mayor Scruggs expressed her concern that, depending on the lot, the walls may
actually be less than six-feet high. She noted that the property adjoins an alley, which
could leave people feeling that their property is open to anyone passing by. She
questioned if this would be a good selling point.
Mr. Claybaugh stated that they would not be opposed to a stipulation for a
minimum six-foot wall; however this is a flat piece of ground and the alley is set at the
same grade. He stated that there would be a full six-foot wall along the eastern
perimeter.
Councilmember Goulet stated that his impression was that the step down would
be from eight feet to six feet and he questioned if it could now be less then six feet. He
asked Mr. Claybaugh how he would feel about a stipulation as to a minimum six-foot
wall height.
Mr. Claybaugh stated that he had no problem with a stipulation requiring a
minimum six foot wall. He explained that the step down is from an eight foot wall to a
full six foot wall along the full eastern perimeter.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Consent Agenda No. 15. As
there were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Samaniego, and seconded by Goulet, to approve General
Plan Amendment GP-98-07 and Rezoning Application Z-98-24, with Rezoning
Application Z-98-24 being subject to the nine stipulations recommended by the
Planning Commission and a tenth stipulation that, in all cases, there will be a
minimum six-foot block wall measured from the interior of the perimeter lots. The
motion carried unanimously.
16. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-99-06 AND REZONING APPLICATION
Z-99-17: 5801 WEST UNION HILLS DRIVE
Mr. Ricardo Toris, Senior Planner, presented this request by Michael J. Curley
for Glendale 9907035 L.L.C. (do Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction Co., Inc.) on 18
acres located at the southeast corner of 59th Avenue and Union Hills Drive. The first
request, General Plan Amendment GP-99-06, is to amend the General Plan Land Use
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Map on 8 acres from Shopping Center to Limited Office. The second request,
Rezoning Application Z-99-17, is to rezone 10 acres from C-2 (General Commercial) to
SC (Shopping Center) and 8 acres from C-2 to C-O (Commercial Office). The property
owners intend to develop a master planned neighborhood shopping center and
commercial office project.
The proposed reduction in Shopping Center acreage will not affect the provision
of neighborhood services. The remaining 10-acre Shopping Center site is large enough
to accommodate a neighborhood center. The Limited Office site will provide a
desirable transition between the shopping center and the existing neighborhood.
The requested C-O zoning will be consistent with the proposed General Plan
designation of Limited Office. The Shopping Center and Limited Office land use
designations that will result from this request are compatible with one another and will
create a better land use mix.
In order to ensure orderly development of the property, the SC (Shopping
Center) zoning district requires that a master plan for the entire 10 acres be approved
before any portion of the property is developed. The district also includes design
guidelines intended to ensure a well-designed neighborhood center. Additional design
requirements have been incorporated into the recommended stipulations of approval.
On January 6, 2000, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of
General Plan Amendment GP-99-06. No one, but the applicant, spoke at the hearing.
The Commission continued Rezoning Application Z-99-17 to the February 3, 2000
regular hearing.
At its February 3, 2000 hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend
approval of Rezoning Application Z-99-17, subject to twenty-nine stipulations. At the
hear, one person spoke in support.
Since the Commission hearing, the applicant has requested that the
Commission's recommended stipulations 7 and 8, requiring large building setbacks
from adjacent residential neighborhoods, be amended to exclude parking canopies for
the office portion of the development. This will have no impact on the application and
staff concurred with the request.
The SC zoning district includes design guidelines that are intended to ensure
quality design. At the time that the application was filed, one of the guidelines required
no more than 200 feet between buildings in a shopping center. The applicant proposed
that this guideline be deleted and the Planning Commission recommended it. Since the
Commission hearing, the Council approved a Zoning Ordinance text amendment to
remove the separation requirement, making the Commission's stipulation unnecessary.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve General
Plan Amendment GP-99-06 and Rezoning Application Z-99-17, with Rezoning
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Application Z-99-17 being subject to the Planning Commission's recommended
stipulations, as amended by staff.
Councilmember Martinez noted that he had received a call from the owner of the
adjacent property, Mr. Rick Frederick , who expressed concern about the perimeter
wall.
Mr. Toris stated that he had also received a call from Mr. Frederick. Mr. Toris
explained that Mr. Frederick's concerns were about the alignment of the perimeter wall
and that his response was that the wall would be worked out during design review. He
stated that, at this time, there is no application for design review of the shopping center,
but it would certainly be taken into consideration.
Mayor Scruggs asked if, when the project was initially presented to the
neighborhood, they understood that there would be parking because they are now
worrying about how close the canopies are to the wall.
Mr. Toris stated that the site plans were shown to the neighborhood at the
neighborhood meetings. He expressed staff's belief that the amendment is appropriate,
as neighbors expressed no concerns.
Mayor Scruggs stated that she wanted to make sure that there was not a
misconception that it was all open space. She stated that, in 1990, Stipulation 16
clearly addressed and excluded some uses that the neighborhood was not comfortable
with. She stated that, when she questioned why that was not replicated in this case,
she was told that, because they were going to SC (Shopping Center), most of the uses
are already not allowed. She asked if blood banks would be allowed. Mr. Toris stated
that they would not be allowed.
Mayor Scruggs asked if outside storage of rental items would be allowed. Mr.
Toris explained that outside rental would be under the design review guidelines. He
stated that it essentially states that they have to be located in an enclosed area. Mayor
Scruggs asked if it would better protect the neighborhood if they stated that they have
to be enclosed. Mr. Toris read a section of the design guidelines for the shopping
center zoning district, which states that all outside storage must be completely
enclosed.
Mayor Scruggs asked for clarification that, if something went in that was in
violation of those guidelines, the user would not be in violation of any City codes. Mr.
Dean Svoboda, Planning Director, explained that it is intended to be a guideline used
during the design review process. He stated that, if there was a use that required
outside storage, they would ensure that it was completely screened and would have
some enforcement authority through the design review. He stated that the applicant
had advised him that they do not have any objections should the Council wish to make
it a stipulation.
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Mayor Scruggs explained that her concern was that, once a business is built and
open, they could proceed with outside storage because it does not go against any code.
Mr. Svoboda stated that it was contrary to a certain section of the ordinance, which
states that all activity shall be conducted in conformance with the approved design plan.
He stated that they could use that section of the ordinance to litigate if necessary.
Mayor Scruggs asked if major auto repair would be permissible. Mr. Toris
explained that major auto repair is not permitted and that minor auto repair is subject to
a conditional use permit.
Mayor Scruggs asked if bars, except those inside restaurants, would be allowed.
Mr. Toris stated that bars, cocktail lounges, and restaurants are all permitted uses in
the shopping center zoning. Mayor Scruggs stated that they may want to keep that
stipulation. Mr. Svoboda agreed that cocktail lounges are permitted. He stated,
however, that they have not experienced any concerns regarding those types of uses
during their discussions with the neighborhood.
Mayor Scruggs asked if video arcades or amusements centers are permitted
uses. Mr. Toris explained that those would be classified as indoor recreational facilities
and would be a permitted use.
Mr. Michael J. Curie with the law firm of Earl Curie & LaGarde P.C. of
Phoenix, Arizona, the applicant, stated that they agreed with all of staff's stipulations
and have had extensive discussions with the neighborhood. He said that everyone who
they had been in contact with had unanimously endorsed them, primarily because this
action constitutes a significant down zoning from what currently exists. He explained it
was their assumption that, because SC zoning is so much more restrictive in terms of
uses than the existing C2, Stipulation 16 would not be necessary. He stated that they
would be amenable should the Council wish to reinsert the old Stipulation 16. He noted
that all of the current stipulations go beyond what was required with the original 1988
zoning case and the actual standards of the City.
Mayor Scruggs agreed that this was an improvement over the current zoning.
She expressed her appreciation of Mr. Curley's offer to leave the old Stipulation 16 in
and stated that she believed people would feel more comfortable knowing that certain
uses would not be permitted.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 16.
Ms. Rebekah Trexler a resident of the Cit of Glendale Cholla District,
stated that they were interested in having this development come in; however, they are
a little concerned over the possible permitted uses. She stated that they were explicit in
stating that they did not want places like bars in the area. She stated that they did not
remember anything about parking canopies being on the plan, but believed that
covered parking for the businesses would be fine.
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Mayor Scruggs asked Ms. Trexler if she remembered parking between the rear
of the building and the wall. Ms. Trexler stated that she did and she was comfortable
with the canopies.
Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Goulet, to approve General
Plan Amendment GP-99-06 and Rezoning Application Z-99-17, with Rezoning
Application Z-99-17 being subject to the Planning Commission's recommended
stipulations, as amended by staff and the addition of one stipulation which reads
as follows: "The following specific uses shall be prohibited from the premises:
(1) blood banks; (2) outside storage of rental items; (3) major auto repairs; (4)
bars, except as incidental to a restaurant; (5) video arcades or amusement
centers. Video games are permissible if incidental to other allowed uses; and (6)
minor auto repairs such as lube or tire service are permissible subject to
Conditional Use Permit approval along 59th Avenue away from adjoining
neighborhoods." The motion carried unanimously.
17. REZONING APPLICATION Z-00-04: 9801 WEST GLENDALE
Mr. Ray Jacobs, Zoning Administrator, presented this item. This Planning
Commission initiative requests the rezoning of 330 acres along the Loop 101 corridor,
between Glendale Avenue and Camelback Road, that were annexed in August of 1999.
The majority of the property is owned by the State of Arizona Department of
Transportation. The property is currently zoned Maricopa County Rural-43, which
allows agriculture and one residence per acre. The most comparable City zoning
district is the A-1 (Agricultural) district, which allows agriculture with one residence per
40 acres.
The Arizona Revised Statutes and the Glendale Zoning Ordinance authorize the
City to enforce County zoning on newly annexed lands for six months after annexation.
City zoning must then be established. The initial City zoning cannot permit uses or
densities greater than those allowed by the County zoning prior to annexation.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of Rezoning Application
Z-00-04 at its regular meeting held on March 16, 2000.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve Rezoning
Application Z-00-04.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 17. As there
were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Martinez, to approve
Rezoning Application Z-00-04. The motion carried unanimously.
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18. PRELIMINARY PLAT APPLICATION APPEAL P-99-05 "TWIN PALMS 2":
12403 NORTH 61ST AVENUE
Mr. Dean Svoboda, Planning Director, presented this item. This was an appeal
by Councilmember McAllister of the Planning Commission's approval of the preliminary
plat for "Twin Palms 2". The property is located at the northeast corner of 61st Avenue
and Cactus Road. It includes 11.8 acres zoned R1-6 (Single Residence).
The proposed preliminary plat shows 28 lots at a density of 2.26 units per acre.
Lot sizes range from 8,602 square feet to 18,616 square feet, with an average lot area
of 10,106 square feet. The proposed minimum lot width is 67 feet. A single divided
entrance off of 61st Avenue will provide access to the subdivision. An emergency only
access will also be provided from 61st Avenue. Landscaped open space includes a 20-
foot wide tract along 61st Avenue, a retention basin on Cactus Road, cul-de-sac islands,
and the entrance median.
On February 3, 2000, the Planning Commission approved Preliminary Plat
Application P-99-05, subject to eleven stipulations. Three people spoke in opposition.
Their primary concerns were a proposed traffic circle on 61st Avenue and the single
entrance to the subdivision. Councilmember McAllister filed this appeal after being
contacted by several concerned citizens.
City staff subsequently discussed the proposed plat with those concerned. All
agreed that the traffic circle on 61st Avenue should be eliminated. The Transportation
Department will work with the neighborhood to explore other ways to slow the speed of
traffic on 61st Avenue. No agreement was reached on the single entrance to the
subdivision at the Bloomfield alignment.
A neighborhood petition, requesting two entrances to the subdivision offset from
the other streets intersecting 61st Avenue, was submitted on March 20, 2000. A single
entrance at the Bloomfield alignment is still the design preferred by the Transportation
Director and the Planning Director to ensure the safe and efficient movement of traffic.
A single entrance will accommodate the traffic generated by this small subdivision and
minimize the number of potential conflict points along 61st Avenue. An offset
intersection would increase the possibility of conflicting vehicle movements.
The proposed preliminary plat meets the requirements of the Subdivision
Ordinance and should be approved with minor modifications to the Planning
Commission's stipulations. Stipulation Number 10 should be amended to require a
decorative emergency only access gate. Stipulation Numbers 12 and 13 should be
added to eliminate the traffic circle on 61st Avenue and ensure that the Conditions,
Covenants and Restrictions (CC&R's) for this subdivision limit the lots along 61st
Avenue to single-story houses, as agreed to by the applicant.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve Preliminary
Plat Application P-99-05, subject to the 11 stipulations recommended by the Planning
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Commission, with Stipulation Number 10 being amended, and Stipulation Numbers 12
and 13 being added as recommended by the Planning Department.
Councilmernber Goulet asked Mr. Svoboda to comment as to whether offset
streets were inherently more dangerous to cross.
Mr. Svoboda deferred to Mr. Jim Book, Director of Transportation. Mr. Book
showed a sketch of the streets and explained that their concern was that, when streets
are offset, they can end up being in conflict with each other.
Councilmernber Martinez noted that there have been accidents at 59th Avenue
and Utopia Road and he questioned if mitigation was possible due to the offset. Mr.
Book stated that he was not sure they have information that would clearly indicate that
offsets are unsafe. However, he stated that they do know they can minimize conflicts
and believe the degree of safety is higher if intersections are aligned.
Vice Mayor Eggleston asked if there was a center turn lane on that street. Mr.
Book explained that there was not. He added that anticipated bicycle lanes will
channelize traffic. He noted that they were concerned as to how to address that issue.
He explained that, in many instances of offset intersections, a person's vision of
through traffic can be blocked.
Vice Mayor Eggleston asked for clarification that, although it is workable, offset
intersections are not the best alternative. Mr. Book stated that this was correct.
Mayor Scruggs stated that, when the plans came in, staff opted to have one
opening because that was the safest. Mr. Book agreed that this was their preferred
alignment. Mayor Scruggs asked if the direction of the Traffic Engineering Department
was then followed. Mr. Book stated that this was correct.
Mayor Scruggs asked Mr. Svoboda, with regard to the CC&R's (Conditions,
Covenants and Restrictions) on lots 2, 3, 6, 7, 10 and 11, if the Development Services
Department would track those lots so that building permits are issued only for one story
houses. Mr. Svoboda stated that, if this case was approved with that stipulation, only
single-story houses would be approved on those lots.
Vice Mayor Eggleston asked Mr. Svoboda if his department could stipulate
speed humps. Mr. Svoboda explained that they do a team review process, and before
something like that is required, a number of different departments would have to sign
off. He stated that this particular subdivision does not generate the need for the
mitigation. He noted that the applicant was willing to try to address the problems
identified, but was under no obligation to do so. He stated that the Transportation
Department has a standard procedure and program that it uses in coordination with the
Fire Department and will work with the neighborhood on an existing basis, irrespective
of what happens with this subdivision. Vice Mayor Eggleston stated that speed humps
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do work well. Mr. Svoboda agreed. He noted, however, that some neighbors may not
want speed humps.
Councilmember McAllister stated that he lives in the area and that the traffic is
fast. He stated that the Traffic Department needs to do something there, as well as on
Sweetwater Avenue. He added, in this particular instance, speed humps would work
well.
Vice Mayor Eggleston stated that the problem extends beyond the northern limits
of the subdivision. Mr. Svoboda agreed and stated that this was why he believed it
needs to be addressed as a neighborhood-wide mitigation program.
Councilmember Martinez stated that speed humps work well in some areas, but
it is important to work with the neighborhood.
Mr. Dave Ullrich, a resident of the City of Phoenix, applicant, stated that they
had no objections to the Planning Commission's recommendations or stipulations.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 18.
Mr. Kevin Anderson a resident of the Cit of Glendale, expressed his
concern as to how the 28 additional homes would affect the neighborhood's already
very low water pressure. He stated that two access bays would work better and would
help slow traffic down.
Mayor Scruggs stated that staff would note his concern regarding water pressure
because it sounds as though there may be a problem that they need to look into.
Ms. Peggy Davis, a resident of the City of Glendale Sahuaro District, pointed
out that the neighbors had been very reasonable in dealing with the Nazarene Church
and the proposed subdivision. She explained that, during negotiations with the
Nazarene Church, it was agreed that no access would come onto 61st Avenue from the
church complex, in accordance with the revised statement dated November 15, 1990.
She stated that they are now faced with this same issue on the proposed subdivision.
She said that the size of the lots are 1,402 square feet less than in her subdivision.
Additionally, she noted that the homes would be framed in stucco, whereas her
subdivision consists of slump block homes. She expressed her opinion that the
proposed subdivision was not compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. She
stated that it was also her understanding that there would not be any two-story homes
along 61St Avenue. She pointed out that the current plans have two rows of homes
along 61St Avenue, with the first row being one-story and the second row being two-
story. She suggested that this was a misrepresentation by the church and the
developer. Ms. Davis stated that they were originally shown two offset streets coming
out of the proposed subdivision and the neighbors had no objection to that design. She
stated that the design was then changed to one street aligned with Bloomfield Road,
which the neighbors did not like. She noted that a mailing regarding the March 8, 2000
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meeting was only sent to residents who had attended a neighborhood meeting on
February 23, 2000 which was hosted by Councilmember McAllister and Mayor Scruggs.
She pointed out that she was the only neighbor in attendance. With regard to speed
humps, Ms. Davis stated that the neighborhood wants speed humps, with the exception
of one or two neighbors. She pointed out that, until tonight, no mention had been made
of a bike lane on 61st Avenue. She stated that a bike lane would compete with school
busses and add to the congestion. In terms of offset streets, she pointed out that there
are offset streets on 63rd Avenue and there have been no problems. She stated that
there have been no accidents on 63rd Avenue and Bloomfield Road or Columbine Drive
and only one accident on 63rd and Wethersfield Drive in four years. She provided
copies of three proposed alternatives.
Mayor Scruggs asked if Ms. Davis' concern was that people would drive down
Bloomfield Road. Ms. Davis explained that her concerns were also related to safety
aspects and traffic flow. She stated that they felt, based on their experience with offset
streets on 63rd Avenue, that visibility and traffic flow would be adequate.
Mayor Scruggs asked if students use 63rd Avenue to go to school. Ms. Davis
confirmed that they do.
Mr. Robert Shieldsa resident of the City of Glendale, stated that he had sent
an e-mail to Mr. Svoboda, asking him to address water pressure issues. He explained
that water pressure varies from 21 pounds of pressure in the summer to 50 pounds in
the winter. He asked that this issue be addressed, especially if 28 more houses will be
added to the neighborhood.
Mr. Paul Buckman, a resident of the City of Glendale, stated his biggest
concern was that, because Bloomfield Road is the only street that comes off of 61st
Avenue that turns onto Cactus Road without a stoplight, they will have a lot more traffic
on Bloomfield Road than they currently have.
Mr. Dennis Ferrar, a resident of the City of Glendale, reviewed the three
alternatives referenced by Ms. Davis. He expressed his opinion that the church needs
to take a more active role in the development. He identified his main concerns as traffic
flow and water pressure.
Ms. Lois Crosswell a resident of the Cit of Glendale, stated that she had
been looking at other areas that offset streets and researched their accident rates. She
noted that, between January of 1994 and September of 1998, there had been four
accidents at 63rd Avenue and Monte Christo Avenue and four accidents at Marconi
Avenue. She pointed out that every street in their neighborhood has two entrances and
exits and the new proposed area only has one. She stated it would be safer for
students to go in and out of the neighborhood, as they would not have to compete with
the vehicles that want entrance.
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Councilmember Martinez asked how many homes were in Ms. Crosswell's
subdivision. Ms. Crosswell stated that there are 118 homes between Cactus Road and
Larkspur Drive and an additional 19 homes along the boundary that will be next to the
subdivision. She noted that the people within her neighborhood were the ones who
they petitioned.
Ms. Jamie Davis, a resident of the City of Glendale, stated that she was new
to the area and was delighted with the neighborhood. She expressed her support for
the Homeowners Association's efforts and stated that she believed the proposed
subdivision would degrade the aesthetics of the neighborhood. She noted that she had
an 11 year old child and was very concerned for the safety of the children in the
neighborhood.
Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
Mayor Scruggs stated that the Church did, at one time, own the property;
however, it has been zoned for single family residential since 1978. She explained that
its zoning, R16, means that should this developer or another developer wish to do so,
they can build on lot 6,000 square feet. She stated that the City does not have the legal
authority to require some of the amenities that go into the more modern developments
or dictate building materials. She agreed that the water pressure issue needs to be
addressed, but the speed humps are an issue that affect a much larger area and will be
addressed by the Traffic Department.
Councilmember McAllister noted that he had fought to keep larger lots and
homes in the area. He suggested that the City needs to have a school zone area
because 25 miles per hour is too fast. He explained that there are a number of school
buses on 61St Avenue and that speed is a real problem in the area. He stated that they
owe it to the residents to find a solution.
Vice Mayor Eggleston agreed, noting that speed was an issue on his own street.
With regard to two accesses, he pointed out that the Traffic Department had looked at
that issue and determined it would be safer to only have one access point. He stated
that he also agreed with the Traffic Department's recommendations with regard to the
through streets and asked Mr. Book if it was his recommendation that they not have
offset streets. Mr. Book stated that it was their recommendation that the streets be
lined up.
Councilmember McAllister noted that a point was made that there was an offset
street on 63rd Avenue. Mr. Book agreed, but pointed out that the lots west of 63rd
Avenue are considerably larger than the lots between 61st and 63rd Avenues.
Therefore, he noted that they do not have as much conflict in that area because there
are fewer homes and less traffic.
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Vice Mayor Eggleston asked if the concern, which was expressed by one of the
speakers, that a traffic signal would draw cars to the area was valid. Mr. Book stated
that people do tend to go to a signal, particularly to make left turns.
Councilmember Martinez pointed out that the neighborhood petition clearly
indicates that they want traffic mitigation. He asked Mr. Book if he felt the chances
were good that there would be some. Mr. Book stated that they felt this was a good
candidate for the area. He noted that they involve the Fire Department in their review
because, if a project would degrade response times in the neighborhood, they would be
hesitant to move forward with it. He stated that they are also sensitive as to where the
speed humps are placed.
Councilmember McAllister suggested they come up with a solution to slow traffic
down and asked why they could not make the maximum speed on the street 15 miles
per hour to accommodate the school crossing. Mr. Book explained that enforcement
becomes a tough issue if they simply change the speed limit. Councilmember
McAllister stated that that is why they had police. Mr. Book stated that they do a fairly
extensive analysis with the school and, if they come up with a 15 mile per hour school
zone, the school is responsible to pay for crossing guards and, many times, they are
reluctant to do so. Councilmember McAllister stated that they will have to have a
crossing guard in the future because there will be no way to make it across the street
without one. Mr. Book stated that he was committed to looking at traffic mitigation and
would do a study.
Mayor Scruggs acknowledged the neighbors' disappointment that there would be
homes on that property. She noted, however, that it was out of the City's control. She
stated that it also appears that the recommendation to put in a traffic circle surfaced a
larger problem, i.e. speeding on 63rd Avenue. She stated that the issue really is
whether there should be one or two entrances to a 28-home subdivision. In response
to the alternative plans submitted by neighbors, she stated that the Council could not
re-engineer a subdivision. She stated that her decision would be based on safety. She
noted that the Traffic Department had determined the safest option was to have one
access, with an emergency crash gate. She asked if a sign could be put up, indicating
that it is not a clear through to 67th Avenue. Mr. Book stated that it was their
recommendation that they have one entrance and that the streets be lined up. He
noted that, when they build this subdivision, there will be a sidewalk on 61st Avenue and
students will only have to cross one street on the east side, whereas there are presently
a number of streets on the west side.
Councilmember Martinez asked Mr. Svoboda if he would make any changes in
the recommendation. Mr. Svoboda stated that he was comfortable with the
recommendation and felt it was the preferred solution. He noted that there are
problems with each of the alternatives which were submitted by the neighbors.
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It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Goulet, to approve Preliminary
Plat Application P-99-05, subject to the 11 stipulations recommended by the
Planning Commission, with stipulation number 10 being amended, and
stipulation numbers 12 and 13 being added as recommended by the Planning
Department.
Councilmember Martinez noted that it appears there will be some kind of traffic
mitigation.
Councilmember McAllister suggested that anything that slowed the traffic down
would work. He said that they need to take a hard look at where they are going in the
future in terms of traffic.
Councilmember Goulet noted that, in the last week, he had two neighborhood
meetings and the issues raised at those meetings were the same as those raised by
this neighborhood.
Mayor Scruggs noted that there would be disappointment because styles have
changed; however, this subdivision's homes will have good property values. She stated
that this project is a much better project than many of the projects that the Council sees
and she believed there were positives to the project.
Upon a call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS
19. PURCHASE OF POLICE COMMAND VAN
Mr. David Dobrotka, Police Chief, presented this item. The Glendale Police
Department wishes to purchase a new Police Command Van. The Command Van will
be utilized for a variety of functions including Tactical Operations Unit call outs, major
crime scene call outs, fatal traffic collision call outs, community meetings, and
neighborhood problem solving efforts. The total length of the van is 39 feet, with 30 feet
of interior space for operations. The van will contain communications equipment,
Mobile Data Computers, and a telephone system. The van's interior will consist of a
driver's compartment with passenger side workstation, three additional workstations
behind the driver's compartment and a separate negotiations section for tactical
operations.
On February 8, 2000, the City Council approved a federal intergovernmental
agreement which is administered locally by the Arizona Counter-Drug Procurement
Program and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. This program allows the City to
purchase law enforcement equipment at the lowest prices possible, using the leverage
of both federal and other state and local government volumes. The Glendale Police
Department wishes to utilize this agreement to purchase the van from Lynch Diversifies
Vehicles. The City conducted its own market survey by contacting the cities of Phoenix,
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Scottsdale and Mesa and determined that it could not expect to receive better pricing by
issuing a bid for a single unit.
The proposed Command Van will be specifically manufactured by Lynch
Diversified Vehicles to meet the design criteria set by the Glendale Police Department
and the Equipment Management Division. The Command Van comes with full-factory
warranties on the engine, drive train, and all interior and exterior components. Funding
is available in Police Department Administration Account Number 01-3210-8900 and
RICO funds Account Number 48-7076-8400.
The recommendation was to authorize the purchase of the Police Command Van
from Lynch Diversified Vehicles in the amount of $226,260.54, taxes included.
Councilmember Lieberman stated that he objected to the size of the engine. He
explained that 210 horsepower and the foot-pounds of torque were not adequate. He
suggested that, for the $5,000 difference, they should go with the 250 horsepower.
Mr. Dobrotka explained that the manufacturer recommended the standard
engine, with no additional charges. He noted that this would not be a first response
vehicle and would be operated within the City 99% of the time.
Councilmember Lieberman discussed the motor home industry and stated that
they would not find 210 horsepower in even their smallest vehicles. He stated that,
while they may be a major manufacturer of this type of vehicle, Fleetwood modifies
probably five times the number of vehicles that this manufacturer does and they do not
use 210 horsepower. Agreeing that the City of Glendale is flat and that it will not be
used much on the freeway; he said that 210 horsepower will not be adequate for
33,000 pounds.
Councilmember McAllister agreed with Councilmember Lieberman and stated
that it would be easier to resell it later on if they invest the additional $5,000.
Councilmember Martinez asked if there were other cities that have this type of
van. Mr. Dobrotka stated that the cities of Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe and Scottsdale all
have command vans. Councilmember Martinez asked if they had the same type of
engines. Mr. Dobrotka stated that he did not know the specifics.
Dr. Vanacour stated that they could come back in two weeks with that
information.
Councilmember Martinez asked if the delay would pose a problem. Mr. Dobrotka
stated that it would not.
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Lieberman, to table Agenda Item
No. 19 to the April 11, 2000 City Council meeting. The motion carried
unanimously.
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There was a break in the meeting from 9:30 to 9:45 p.m.
20. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT— ARROWHEAD RANCH EFFLUENT RECHARGE SYSTEM
Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, presented this item. This was a request for
City Council approval of an amendment to the professional services agreement with the
firm of Wilson & Company in the amount of $204,636 for the engineering services
needed to design and prepare contract documents for effluent recharge, storage and
recovery facilities on the existing City owned site at 79th Avenue and Utopia Road. This
will bring the total amount of the agreement to $357,124.
On September 14, 1999, the Council approved the original professional services
agreement. This agreement provided for the evaluation of the project site, as well as
the development and evaluation of effluent recharge, storage and recovery options for
the site. This amendment will allow Wilson & Company to proceed with final design,
preparation of contract documents, and bidding assistance.
The work covered under the original professional services agreement has been
completed and recommendations have been made and accepted for implementation of
selected effluent recharge, storage and recovery options. The recommended
improvements include installation of four recharge wells, two of which will also have
recovery capabilities; development of a small lined effluent storage lake; and installation
of an effluent irrigation pumping station to serve the site and Oasis Park. It is currently
estimated that these improvements will allow for recharge of up to 1 .3 million gallons
per day of effluent at the site. The current estimated cost of construction of these
improvements is $1.8 million and these improvements will help reduce the seasonal
surface level fluctuations of the lakes in Arrowhead Ranch.
Funds for this work are available in Utilities Fund Account Number 50-9269-
8330.
The recommendation was to approve Amendment No. 1 to the professional
services agreement with Wilson & Company in the amount of $204,636.
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve
Amendment No. 1 to the professional services agreement with Wilson &
Company in the amount of $204,636. The motion carried, with Councilmember
McAllister being absent.
21. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT — IMPROVEMENTSTO_
METERING STATIONS, 99TH AVENUE AND 83RD AVENUE
Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, presented this request for City Council award
of a construction contract to Pierson Construction Corporation in the amount of
$964,500 for installing personnel safety and flow metering improvements to three
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existing wastewater metering stations on 99th Avenue. Glendale is serving as the lead
agency to implement the improvements to the metering stations as required by the
multi-cities Sub-Regional Operating Group (SROG).
The cities of Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix and Tolleson own and operate four
metering stations. Improvements to the City of Glendale's stations will verify its flows
into the SROG system. Pierson Construction Corporation will install a large flume for
measuring the increased wastewater flow from Peoria Avenue at 99th and Northern
Avenues. Off-street access to the metering vaults under 99th Avenue will be added to
the three metering stations at Northern Avenue, Camelback Road, and Van Buren
Street. Radio telemetry will be added to each metering station to communicate with
each of the four participating cities. The existing metering station at 83rd Avenue and
Camelback Road will be abandoned with this project.
Four bids were received and opened on March 7, 2000. Pierson Construction
Corporation, a qualified and licensed contract, submitted the total lowest bid in the
amount of $964,500. Entellus, the City's consulting engineer, reviewed the bid
proposals and recommended award to Pierson Construction Corporation.
Glendale's share of the construction cost is about 64% of the total construction
contract. The cities of Peoria, Phoenix and Tolleson will reimburse the City of Glendale
for the remaining 36%, or about $350,000, for their share of the project.
Funds are available in Sewer 99th Avenue Wastewater Meter Project Account
Number 50-9238-8300.
The recommendation was to approve the construction contract in the amount of
$964,500 with Pierson Construction Corporation.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve the
construction contract in the amount of $964,500. with Pierson Construction
Corporation. The motion carried, with Councilmember McAllister being absent.
PUBLIC HEARING — SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSES
SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSES
22. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR GLENDALE CIVIC PRIDE
AMBASSADORS —APRIL 14, 2000 THROUGH APRIL 16, 2000
This was a request for a special event liquor license for the Glendale Civic Pride
Ambassadors. The event is the Jazz & Blues Festival, which will be located in
downtown Glendale at 58th Avenue and Glenn Drive. This event is sponsored by the
City of Glendale. No liquor will be sold in Murphy Park.
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On October 26, 1999, the City Council recommended approval of the applicant's
original application for a special event license for this event. The original dates for the
Jazz & Blues Festival were April 21, 2000 through April 23, 2000, but the dates of the
festival subsequently changed. Because of this change of dates, the applicant is
required to obtain a new special event license for the correct dates.
The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2000,
from 8:00 a.m. to 11 :00 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2000, and from 10:00 a.m. to 11 :00
p.m. on Sunday, April 16, 2000. If this license is approved, the total days expended by
this applicant will be 10 of the allowed 10 days this calendar year.
Under the provisions of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the City
is required to recommend approval or disapproval of the license to the State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with
recommendation for approval.
23. WINE FESTIVAL LICENSE FOR KOKOPELLI WINERY- APRIL 14, 2000
THROUGH APRIL 16, 2000
This was a request for a wine festival license for Kokopelli Winery. The event is
the Jazz & Blues Festival, which will be located in downtown Glendale at 58th Avenue
and Glenn Drive. The event is sponsored by the City of Glendale. No liquor will be sold
in Murphy Park.
The event will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2000,
from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2000 and from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. on Sunday, April 16, 2000. If this license is approved, the total days expended by
this applicant will be 14 of the allowed 75 days this calendar year.
Under the provisions of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.03, the City
is required to recommend approval or disapproval of the license to the State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
24. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE CIVITAN FOUNDATION OF
ARIZONA/SOUTHERN NEVADA, INC. —APRIL 28, 2000
This was a request for a special event liquor license for the Civitan Foundation of
Arizona/Southern Nevada, Inc. The Civitan Foundation has a camp located outside of
Williams, Arizona that is handicapped accessible. The event is a golf
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tournament/fundraiser, which will be located at the Legend Golf Resort, 21027 North
67th Avenue. This event is sponsored by the Civitan Foundation.
The event will be held from 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2000 to 1:00 a.m. on
Saturday, April 29, 2000. This is the first special event license requested by this
applicant this year. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant
will be 1 of the allowed 10 days this calendar year.
Under the provisions of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the City
is required to recommend approval or disapproval of the license to the State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with
recommendation for approval.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item Nos. 22, 23 and
24. As there were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Martinez, to forward the
special event liquor license application of the Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors
for the Jazz & Blues Festival to be held from April 14 through April 16, 2000 in
downtown Glendale at 58th Avenue and Glenn Drive; the special event liquor
license application of Kokopelli Winery for the Jazz & Blues Festival to be held
from April 14 through April 16, 2000 in downtown Glendale at 58th Avenue and
Glenn Drive; and the special event liquor license application of the Civitan
Foundation of Arizona/Southern Nevada, Inc. for a golf tournament/fundraiser,
which will be located at the Legend Golf Resort, 21027 North 67th Avenue. The
motion carried, with Councilmember McAllister being absent.
PUBLIC HEARING — LIQUOR LICENSE
25. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-687 — 5030 LOUNGE
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 6 (on & off-sale retail, all
liquor) license for the 5030 Lounge, which is located at 5030 West Peoria Avenue, No.
101. The previous owner operated this business as the 5030 Lounge and held a series
6 (on & off-sale retail, all liquor) license at this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
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The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
26. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-688 — RALPH'S LA HACIENDA
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 7 (on & off-sale retail, beer
& wine) license for Ralph's La Hacienda, which is located at 15236 North 59th Avenue.
The previous owner operated this business as Ralph's La Hacienda and held a series 7
(on & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license at this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
27. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-689 — LOS COMPAS
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 7 (on & off-sale retail, beer
& wine) license for Los Compas, which is located at 7018 North 54th Avenue. The
previous owner operated this business as Los Compas and held a series 7 (on & off-
sale retail, beer & wine) license at this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
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28. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-690 — MAMA LUPITA'S RESTAURANT
This was a request for a new series 12 (restaurant) license for Mama Lupita's
Restaurant, which is located at 6550 West Glendale Avenue. The previous owner
operated this business as El Sombrero De Sahuayo No. 2 and held a series 12
(restaurant) license at this location. A new series 12 license is required for this location
because a series 12 is not transferable.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
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. The closest church, The
Temple of Life, is within 167 feet of the establishment, but the 300-foot restriction does
not apply to a series 12 license.
No protests were filed during the 20-day posting period. The applicant was
notified by regular and certified mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning
Department, the Police Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
29. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-691 — SNICKER'S BAR & GRILL
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 6 (on & off-sale retail, all
liquor) license for Snicker's Bar & Grill, which is located at 7820 North 67th Avenue,
Nos. 101 & 102. The previous owner operated this business as Mr. D's Bar & Grill and
held a series 6 (on & off-sale retail, all liquor) license at this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
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30. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-692 - 7-ELEVEN
This was a request for a new series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for 7-
Eleven, which is located at 6010 West Bethany Home Road. The previous owner
operated this business as 7-Eleven and held a series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine)
license at this location. A new series 10 license is required for this location because a
series 10 is not transferable.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
31. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-693 - ABCO NO. 445
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 9 (off-sale retail, all liquor)
license for ABCO No. 445, which is located at 6730 West Camelback Road. The
previous owner operated this business as ABCO No. 445 and held a series 9 license at
this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
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 applicant was notified by regular and
certified mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning and Zoning
Department, Police Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
32. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-694 — ABCO NO. 431
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 9 (off-sale retail, all liquor)
license for ABCO No. 431 , which is located at 6660 West Cactus Road. The previous
owner operated this business as ABCO No. 431 and held a series 9 license at this
location.
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The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
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 applicant was notified by regular and
certified mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning and Zoning
Department, Police Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
33. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-695 —ABCO NO. 438
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 9 (off-sale retail, all liquor)
license for ABCO No. 438, which is located at 20165 North 67th Avenue. The previous
owner operated this business as ABCO No. 438 and held a series 9 license at this
location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
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 applicant was notified by regular and
certified mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning and Zoning
Department, Police Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
34. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-696 - CIRCLE K NO. 5766
This was a request for a location transfer for a series 9 (off-sale retail, all liquor)
license for Circle K No. 5766, which is located at 6972 North 83rd Avenue. Circle K is
moving its location from 8305 West Glendale Avenue to 6972 North 83rd Avenue.
Circle K has obtained a conditional use permit for the convenience store/gas station
use. The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and
certified mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
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Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
35. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-697 — SIAMESE KITCHEN
This was a request for a person transfer for a series 7 (on & off-sale retail, beer
& wine) license for the Siamese Kitchen, which is located at 4352 West Olive Avenue.
The previous owner operated this business as the Siamese Kitchen and held a series 7
(on & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license at this location.
The applicant is presently operating at this location pursuant to an interim permit.
The approval of this license will not increase the 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 applicant was notified by regular and certified
mail of the hearing date, place and time. The Planning Department, the Police
Department and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application
and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and forward the
application to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on agenda item Nos. 25 through
35. As there were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Martinez, to forward Liquor
License Applications No. 3-687 for 5030 Lounge; No. 3-688 for Ralph's La
Hacienda; No. 3-689 for Los Compas; No. 3-690 for Mama Lupita's Restaurant;
No. 3-691 for Snicker's Bar & Grill; No. 3-692 for 7-Eleven; No. 3-693 for Abco No.
445; No. 3-694 for Abco No. 431; No. 3-695 for Abco No. 438; No.3-696 for Circle K
No. 5766; and No. 3-697 for Siamese Kitchen to the State of Arizona Department
of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval.
Vice Mayor Eggleston noted that all of these license applications go to the State
Liquor Board for final approval or disapproval. He stated that it was unfortunate that the
City did not have any veto power.
Councilmember McAllister agreed with the statement made by Vice Mayor
Eggleston that the City does not have final say on these licenses.
Upon a call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCES
36. AIRPORT LEASE AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL GROUP, DBA
INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE TRAINING ACADEMY
Mr. Jim McCue, Airport Manager, presented this item. International Airline
Training Academy will lease 531 sq. ft. of space in the terminal building at the Glendale
Municipal Airport for the purpose of an aviation flight training school. This flight school
has been operating at the Airport since September of 1998, abiding by all the rules and
regulations and minimum standards established by the City of Glendale. The initial
term of the lease will be for five years and the annual rent for the lease space will be
$7,437 for the first year of this lease. There will be a Consumer Price Index adjustment
at the end of each year of the lease.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond title and adopt an ordinance
authorizing the leasing of office space at the Glendale Municipal Airport to Global
Group, dba International Airline Training Academy.
Ordinance No. 2122 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND/OR CITY
MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL
GROUP, d.b.a. INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE TRAINING ACADEMY, FOR AN AVIATION
FLIGHT TRAINING SCHOOL AT THE GLENDALE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT.
It was moved by Samaniego, and seconded by Goulet, to approve
Ordinance No. 2122 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
37. UNDERGROUND POWER EASEMENT TO SALT RIVER PROJECT TO
SUPPLY POWER AT THE CHOLLA WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, presented this item. Salt River Project has
requested an easement to install and maintain underground electrical power lines at the
City's Cholla Water Treatment Plant as part of the City's electrical upgrade Project.
The easement is located along the northeast side of the plant property, adjacent to the
Arizona Canal right-of-way.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the execution of an underground power easement in favor of Salt
River Project.
Ordinance No. 2123 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
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UNDERGROUND POWER EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF SALT RIVER PROJECT TO
INSTALL AND MAINTAIN UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL POWER LINES AT THE
CITY OF GLENDALE'S CHOLLA WATER TREATMENT PLANT, ALONG THE
NORTHEAST SIDE OF THE PLANT PROPERTY, ADJACENT TO THE ARIZONA
CANAL RIGHT-OF-WAY, IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA; AND ORDERING THAT A
CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED.
It was moved by McAllister, and seconded by Samaniego, to approve
Ordinance No. 2123 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
38. UTILITY EASEMENT TO SUPPLY POWER AT THE NEW PUMP STATION
SITE, EAST OF 99TH AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CAMELBACK ROAD
Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, presented this item. Salt River Project has
requested an easement to install underground power lines at the City's pump station
site located along the north side of Camelback Road, east of 99tn Avenue. The
easement will also allow Salt River Project to install a small transformer on City
property. The easement is located at the southwest corner of the City's pump station
property.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the execution of an underground power easement in favor of Salt
River Project.
Ordinance No.2124 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A UTILITY
EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF SALT RIVER PROJECT TO SUPPLY POWER AT THE
NEW PUMP STATION SITE, EAST OF 99TH AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
CAMELBACK ROAD, IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA; AND ORDERING THAT A
CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Martinez, to approve
Ordinance No. 2124 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
39. ACQUISITION OF A PARK SITE AT 71ST AND ORANGEWOOD AVENUES
Mr. Grant Anderson, City Engineer, presented this item. The City has entered
into an intergovernmental agreement with the Flood Control District to participate in a
west side flood control project. The project was started as a Maricopa County Flood
Control project that would be turned over to the City upon completion. The site, located
at the northeast corner of 71St and Orangewood Avenues, originally planned to be 38
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acres in size, is to become a full soccer facility within the retention basin. The
intergovernmental agreement requires the City to maintain the basin. Upon further
analysis, the Flood Control District determined it only needed approximately 22 acres
for retention. The remaining 16.22 acres of excess land adjacent to the basin is
available for purchase by the City.
The Utilities Department needs to site a dosing station in this area to supply
chemicals to the 71St Avenue sanitary sewer line for odor reduction. The Parks and
Recreation Department also needs to site a park in this area to accommodate a
standard neighborhood park, including play equipment areas, basketball and sand
volleyball, ramadas, passive areas, and a six field soccer facility. Development of these
facilities is consistent with the recommendations of the City-wide Parks and Recreation
Master Plan. The Parks and Recreation Department is in favor of purchasing the 16.22
acres of excess land, adjacent to the soccer fields within the retention basin, for
development of a standard neighborhood park.
The County has had the land appraised at $45,084.58 per acre and is willing to
sell the excess land to the City for the appraised value. In addition, the County will
accept 10% down at close of escrow and carry the remainder interest free until July 1,
2001.
The total cost of the property is $731 ,272, plus customary closing costs. The
total due at the close of escrow will be $73,127, plus closing costs. Funds in the
amount of $73,127 are available in the Park Bond Fund, Land Acquisition Account
Number 36-8518-8300. The acquisition of a park site in this area is in the Fiscal Year
2001-02 Capital Improvement Plan. The Utilities Department will reimburse the Parks
Department for its proportionate share of the costs. Therefore, the remaining balance
of $658,145 will be available in the same account for the July 1, 2001 payment.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary for the
purchase of the 16.22 acres of excess Maricopa County Flood Control District land to
be used for a park and a sanitary sewer dosing site.
Ordinance No. 2125 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACQUISITION OF
CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 71ST
AND ORANGEWOOD AVENUES IN GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
TO BE USED AS A PARK AND A SEWER DOSING STATION AND DIRECTING THE
EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS.
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Samaniego, to approve
Ordinance No. 2125 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
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40. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 3, OF GLENDALE CODE
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FINGERPRINTING OF VOLUNTEERS
Mr. Warren Smith, Director of Parks and Recreation, presented this request to
adopt an Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article 3 of the City Code to allow the
fingerprinting of prospective volunteers working with youth. This amendment will allow
the Department to submit the fingerprints to the State of Arizona Department of Public
Safety (DPS) for a state-wide criminal background check, free of charge, with a three-
to-five day turnaround. In May of 1999, staff began the process of screening volunteers
through the state-wide DPS background check at a cost of $18 per individual. The City
has screened more than 278 to date. The recommended revisions will provide the
opportunity for the City to fingerprint all applicants being considered for positions as City
employees and volunteers whose duties include interaction with juveniles. This change
will help protect children from people with undesirable criminal backgrounds serving as
staff and volunteers, as well as screen applicants who may falsify applications.
The Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the draft ordinance at its
meeting held on May 10, 1999 and unanimously approved forwarding it to the City
Council with the proposed revisions.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond title and adopt an ordinance
amending Chapter 2, Article 3, of the City Code.
Ordinance No. 2126 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 2,
ARTICLE III, BY REQUIRING FINGERPRINTING OF ALL PROSPECTIVE CITY
EMPLOYEES, ALL PROSPECTIVE VOLUNTEERS WHOSE DUTIES INCLUDE
INTERACTION WITH JUVENILES, AND ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES WORKING IN
AREAS OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING
CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION FROM THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION.
It was moved by McAllister, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve
Ordinance No. 2126 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
41. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-99-10; ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT
AMENDMENT Z-99-32; AND BUILDING CODE AMENDMENT 9-2; FREEWAY
SOUND MITIGATION
Mr. Ray Jacobs, Zoning Administrator, presented this item. The proposed text
amendments were initiated by the City Council at its Workshop held on December 21,
1999. The amendments are the result of City Council's past review and discussion of
freeway noise impacts and the construction of freeway sound walls.
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General Plan Amendment GP-99-10 adds freeway sound mitigation as a land
use policy for existing neighborhoods and future development near the Loop 101
Freeway.
Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Z-99-32 establishes new development
standards for noise sensitive land uses within 1,320 feet of the freeway right-of-way.
Noise sensitive land uses include all residential uses, churches, childcare, and similar
uses. The exterior noise attenuation process would require a sound attenuation study
to document that the proposed wall or other improvements would meet the required Leq
62 (dBA) sound attenuation level. The approval of the sound attenuation plan by the
City Engineer is required before any rezoning, preliminary plat, lot split, or design review
application can be approved.
The proposed building code amendment requires freeway sound mitigation for
the interior of all residential dwellings and other noise sensitive uses within one-half
mile of the freeway right-of-way. Development must comply with the construction
requirements in the Sound Attenuation Standards as adopted by the Maricopa
Association of Governments (MAG) Building Codes Committee in 1996. Noise
sensitive developments will require written certification by an acoustical engineer or a
registered architect prior to Certificate of Occupancy that the current and projected DLN
noise levels for all interior rooms will not exceed 45 dB. Construction plans must
include the appropriate attenuation methods for construction.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of General Plan Text
Amendment GP-99-10 and Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Z-99-32 at its February
17, 2000 meeting. No one spoke at the meeting.
The recommendation requested several actions by the Council: to conduct a
public hearing on General Plan Amendment GP-99-10 and Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment Z-99-32; to approve General Plan Amendment GP-99-10 and adopt a
resolution amending the text of the General Plan; approve Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment Z-99-32; waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance amending
the text of the Zoning Ordinance; approve Building Code Amendment 9-2, and waive
reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance amending the Building Code.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 41. As there
were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
Resolution No. 3362 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL
PLAN OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE BY ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN TEXT
AMENDMENT GP-99-10 RELATING TO SOUND MITIGATION.
It was moved by Martinez and seconded by McAllister, to pass, adopt
and approve Resolution No. 3362 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
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Ordinance No. 2127 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, ARIZONA BY AMENDING ARTICLE 7 (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS) RELATING TO FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS; AND
SETTING FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by McAllister, to approve
Ordinance No. 2127 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
Ordinance No. 2128 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 9,
ARTICLE I, REQUIRING FREEWAY SOUND MITIGATION.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve
Ordinance No. 2128 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following members voting "aye": Goulet, Samaniego, McAllister, Eggleston,
Lieberman, Martinez, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
RESOLUTION
42. PROPOSED AGENCY PLAN FOR CITY OF GLENDALE ASSISTED HOUSING
PROGRAM AND DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
Ms. Lillian Hamilton, Director of Neighborhood Services, presented this item. As
required by new federal regulations, the City of Glendale Community Housing Services
Division developed an Agency Plan that consists of the Annual Plan for Fiscal Year
2000 and the Five-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2000 — 2004, for the assisted housing
program. It also consolidates information contained in separate policies and
procedures that were previously approved by the City Attorney's office and the Housing
Advisory Commission. All documents included in the Agency Plan conform to the
statutory/regulatory requirements as dictated by the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD). The Agency Plan has been reviewed and approved by the
City Attorney's Office, and the Housing Advisory Commission unanimously
recommended approval of the Plan. There are four areas of change in the Agency
Plan:
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Program Goals and Objectives
As required by federal regulations, the new Agency Plan itemizes the Division's
goals and objectives for the housing assistance program. The goals and
objectives listed in the Agency Plan articulate efforts and activities already being
followed for a number of years.
Choice of Rental Payment for Public Housing Families
All tenants of the Glendale public housing rental communities can elect annually
to pay rent based on a flat rent schedule or based on household income. The
purpose of the flat rent is to act as an incentive for tenants to increase their
income and become self-sufficient. The flat rent is generally of benefit only to
the higher income tenants. Currently, it is estimated that, based upon the
incomes of public housing tenants, approximately 10-15 households will benefit
from the flat rent.
Elimination of Federal Preferences
Federal regulations have eliminated the requirement for federal preferences;
however, the City of Glendale housing authority has chosen to continue the use
of previously approved local preferences.
Section 8 Voucher/Certificate Merger
This merger simply joins two existing rental subsidy programs into one. This
conversion will be completed over a two-year period.
Since future changes to the Plan are generally routine and regulatory in nature
and not discretionary, it was requested that authority be delegated to the City Manager
to approve future changes to this document. Significant changes involving local
discretion will continue to be brought to Mayor and Council for approval.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
title, and adopt a resolution approving the Agency Plan for the City's Community
Housing Services Division and delegating authority to the City Manager to approve
future revisions.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 42. As there
were no comments, she closed the public hearing.
Resolution No. 3363 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 CITY OF GLENDALE'S AGENCY PLAN FOR
ASSISTED HOUSING AND DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER TO
APPROVE FUTURE REVISIONS.
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It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Samaniego, to pass, adopt and
approve Resolution No. 3363 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
43. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Appointment is be made to the following Commissions that have vacancies or
expired term:
Effective Term
Date Expires
Aviation Advisory Commission
Alan F. Sue (Mayoral) Appoint as Chair 03/28/2000 11/24/2000
Commission on Persons with Disabilities
Pam Baldwin (Sahuaro) Appoint as Chair 03/28/2000 02/27/2001
Donnell H. Gentry (Ocotillo) Re-appointment 03/28/2000 02/27/2002
Appoint as Vice-Chair 03/28/2000 02/27/2001
Bonnie Apperson (Mayoral) Appointment 03/28/2000 02/27/2002
Carolyn Butler (Barrel) Re-appointment 03/28/2000 02/27/2002
Patricia Jones (Cholla) Appointment 03/28/2000 02/27/2002
Historic Preservation Commission
Patrick Turner (Barrel) Appoint as Vice-Chair 04/13/2000 04/13/2001
Neva Johnson (Ocotillo) Appointment 04/13/2000 04/13/2002
Douglas R. Sexton (Barrel) Re-appointment 04/13/2000 04/13/2002
Phillip Reina (Mayoral) Appointment 04/13/2000 04/13/2002
Industrial Development Authority
Larry Siple (At-Large) Appointment 03/28/2000 08/23/2004
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Library Advisory Board
Jacqueline Markowitz (Sahuaro) Appoint as Chair 04/13/2000 04/13/2001
William E. Eubank (Ocotillo) Re-appointment 04/13/2000 04/13/2002
Linda Lalli (Cactus) Re-appointment 04/13/2000 04/13/2002
Nancy Young (Mayoral) Re-appointment 4/13/2000 04/13/2002
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
Phyllis Grosscup Barrel) Appointment 04/09/2000 04/09/2002
Cecil Taylor (Cactus) Re-appointment 4/09/2000 04/09/2002
Planning Commission
Paul Mason (Barrel) Re-appointment 03/28/2000 03/25/2002
Appoint as Chair 03/28/2000 03/25/2001
Albert Potocki (Cactus) Appoint as Vice-Chair 03/28/2000 03/25/2001
Wesley Morgan (Sahuaro) Re-appointment 03/28/2000 03/25/2002
Transportation Advisory Commission
Al Lenox (Cholla) Appoint as Chair 03/28/2000 11/07/2000
The recommendation was to make appointments to the various Boards and
Commissions.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Lieberman, to appoint the
above-listed appointees to the Aviation Advisory Commission, the Commission
on Persons with Disabilities, the Historic Preservation Commission, the Industrial
Development Authority, the Library Advisory Board, the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Commission, the Planning Commission and the Transportation
Advisory Commission, for the terms listed above. The motion carried
unanimously.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Lieberman, to hold a City
Council Workshop on Tuesday, April 4, 2000, at 1:30 p.m, in Room B-3 of the City
Council Chambers, to be followed by an Executive Session, pursuant to A.R.S.
38-431.03. The motion carried unanimously.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mr. Earl Orrin,___ in the City of Glendale, thanked the City for the
improvements made to }`' Avenue and expressed his opinion that Glendale is a fine
city.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Goulet noted that the Heart of Glendale held a conference last
weekend to discuss neighborhood issues and approximately 100 people attended. He
thanked the firefighters, especially those who were given awards at this year's banquet.
He reminded those present that April 1st is Census Day. He wished his wife, Mary, a
happy birthday.
Councilmember Samaniego thanked all of the citizens who attended tonight's
meeting and spoke. He stated that he has held meetings in his area neighborhoods
regarding speeding.
Councilmember McAllister commented that the City needs to solve its traffic
problems.
Vice Mayor Eggleston thanked Mr. Vern Biaett, Special Events Coordinator, and
his staff for their efforts on World Port 2000.
Councilmember Lieberman reiterated the importance of Census Day. He said
that the drive to get everyone to fill out his or her census form has been greater than he
has ever seen before. He stated that he was happy about free fingerprinting for
volunteers.
Councilmember Martinez stated that the census is important for every citizen.
He said that there was a good turnout at World Port 2000 and that it was well done. He
noted that he will be holding a meeting at 7:00 p.m. this Thursday, March 30th, at
Foothills Elementary School.
Mayor Scruggs noted that April 1st is also Make a Difference Day and that on
March 30th they will celebrate the official designation of Glendale as the first Kids at
Hope City in the nation.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
— Pamela •veira - City rk
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