HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 12/11/2001 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
HELD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2001, AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs, with Vice Mayor
Thomas R. Eggleston and the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark,
Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet, H. Philip Lieberman, and Manuel D. Martinez.
Also present were Martin Vanacour, City Manager; Ed Beasley, Assistant City
Manager; Rick Flaaen, 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 one resolution and four
ordinances 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 THE NOVEMBER 27, 2001 COUNCIL MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the reading of
the minutes of the regular Council meeting held on November 27, 2001, as each
member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them as
written. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Dr. Martin Vanacour, City Manager, read Agenda Item Numbers 1 , 2, 3, 4, and 5
by number and title.
1. AWARD OF BID 00-40, FIREFIGHTER TURNOUT GEAR
Two bids were received to provide firefighter turnout gear on an as-needed
basis. The contract will begin upon approval by the City Council and continue for one
year. The contract contains an option clause that will permit the City, at the discretion
of the City Manager, to extend this agreement for four additional years in one-year
increments. The offers were evaluated by Fire Department personnel for compliance
with specifications. The bid specifications permit a line item award. Based on this, it
was determined that First In was the lowest responsive offerer for helmets, face shields,
coats, pants, gloves, hoods and 14-inch boots, and LN Curtis & Sons was the lowest
responsive offerer for 10-inch boots, zipper inserts and laces. Bidders submitted offers
to the City of Glendale based on annual estimated quantities listed in the Invitation for
Bid. Funding is included in Turnouts Purchasing Account Number 01-3330-7117.
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The recommendation was to award contracts to First In for helmets, face shields,
coats, pants, gloves, hoods and 14-inch boots in an amount not to exceed $ 67,093.69
per year, taxes included; and to LN Curtis and Sons for 10-inch boots, zipper inserts
and laces in an amount not to exceed $ 4,365.08 per year, taxes included.
4. FINAL PLAT APPLICATION FP-01-04: 6336 NORTH 67th AVENUE
This was a request by Brown Family Communities for final plat approval for a
subdivision titled "Romero Estates Phase II". The site is located approximately 500 feet
south of the southwest corner of 67th and Maryland Avenues.
The subdivision includes 31 single-family lots on 8.4 acres, at a density of 3.7
dwelling units per gross acre. Lot sizes vary from 6,600 square feet to 14,196 square
feet, with an average lot size of 7,798 square feet. The proposed minimum lot width is
60 feet and the proposed minimum lot depth is 110 feet.
The final plat is in conformance with the existing General Plan and the R1-6
(Single Residence) zoning district and the preliminary plat approved by the Planning
Commission on March 15, 2001 . All stipulations of the preliminary plat have been
satisfied.
The recommendation was to approve Final Plat Application FP-01-04.
5. FINAL PLAT APPLICATION FP-01-05: 18500 NORTH 59TH AVENUE
This was a request by Marlor Land Company Inc. for final plat approval for a
subdivision titled "Acacia Cove". The site is located at the southwest corner of 59th
Avenue and Union Hills Drive.
The subdivision includes 48 single-family lots on 18.2 acres, at a density of 2.6
dwelling units per gross acre. Lots sizes vary from 7,040 square feet to 11,187 square
feet, with an average lot size of 8,275 square feet. The proposed minimum lot width is
63 feet and the proposed minimum lot depth is 110 feet.
The final plat is in conformance with the existing General Plan and the R1-7 PRD
(Single Residence, Planned Residential Development) zoning district and the
preliminary plat approved by the Planning Commission on May 3, 2001. All stipulations
of the preliminary plat have been satisfied.
The recommendation was to approve Final Plat Application FP-01-05.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Frate, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1, 4 and 5. The motion
carried unanimously.
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2. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL — GLENDALE AVENUE 18 INCH WATER
TRANSMISSION MAIN, 83RD AVENUE TO 99TH AVENUE
Mr. Larry Broyles presented this request for City Council approval of Change
Order No. 1 and Final to the contract with Hexagon Contracting, Inc., in the amount of
$131,857.27. The construction contract was awarded on June 27, 2000.
This change order provides for the installation of additional fiber optic conduits
for future traffic communication needs; removal and disposal of an abandoned
underground pipe sleeve; slurry backfill for unstable trenches; and the City's purchase
of various pipe fittings due to their long lead time for delivery. The City's Utilities
Department will use these fittings for future repairs to the 18-inch transmission main.
The total amount of this change order is $131,857.27, resulting in a revised
contract amount of $1,328,857.27. Funds for the 18-inch water main costs in the
amount of $67,507.27 are available in Account Number 50-9232-8300, Water Zone 4
Improvements Account. A transfer of $56,980.00 will need to be made from Account
Number 62-8805-8300 Signal Computerization, and the remaining $7,370.00 needs to
be transferred from Account Number 61-9546-8330 Signal Computerization Account, to
cover the additional fiber optics communication conduits.
The recommendation was to transfer the funds and approve Change Order No. 1
and Final to the construction contract with Hexagon Contracting, Inc., in the amount of
$131,857.27.
Councilmember Lieberman, who had requested that this item be heard
separately, asked why the identified materials were not included in the original bid. He
questioned whether Hexagon Contracting had excluded the items to ensure a low bid,
knowing that they would come back with a change order. Mr. Broyles said the pre-
purchased materials amount to $23,000 of the overall total. He explained that the 18-
inch water pipe and joints were being pre-purchased to allow for timely repairs. He said
the other items are related to underground conditions that the City was not aware of
until construction of the waterline began. Councilmember Lieberman asked if plans
showing previous street improvements were available and taken into consideration at
the time of the original bid. Mr. Broyles stated that they had worked with the City's "as
built" drawings and required "as built" drawings from utility companies. He said the
items were not identified on the "as built" drawings or were shown in a different location.
Councilmember Lieberman asked if pre-purchased materials were purchased by the
City and subsequently sold to the company. Mr. Broyles explained that the City
requested that the contractor pre-purchase the materials so they would be in stock for
potential future repairs. Councilmember Lieberman asked why the pre-purchased
items did not appear in the original bid. Mr. Broyles stated that the City had asked the
contractor to purchase the items as part of this project.
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Councilmember Goulet asked Mr. Broyles if, in his expert opinion, anything about
the contract additions looked suspicious or out of the ordinary. Mr. Broyles responded
that there was nothing suspicious or out of the ordinary.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve the
recommended action on Consent Agenda Item No. 2. Motion carried by a vote of
6 to 1, with the following members voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Eggleston,
Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": Lieberman.
Councilmember Lieberman said he could not support a 10% increase.
3. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT: LIESCH SOUTHWEST
Mr. lain Vasey, Redevelopment Manager,. presented this item. The City has
retained the services of Liesch Southwest, Inc. to oversee the demolition process and
the environmental abatement of Manistee Town Center. It is in the City's interest to
retain the services of a certified environmental engineering firm to oversee the
environmental abatement and demolition process, and complete the necessary
certification report that all abatement and demolition work followed approved
procedures.
Liesch Southwest has a demonstrated knowledge of the site, location of
environmental hazards, and of the specified abatement and demolition specifications.
Liesch Southwest has certified environmental engineers available who are familiar with
the site and who have provided the City with excellent service on this project to date.
The compact time frame of the abatement and demolition, and the site-specific
technical knowledge required, suggest that waiving the Request for Proposal (RFP)
process and retaining Liesch Southwest to complete the project would be in the best
interests of the City.
Liesch Southwest has submitted a proposal to complete the environmental and
demolition oversight for $64,560. The project will be completed upon the completion of
abatement and demolition of the Manistee Town Center and certification that all
regulations have been followed. This project will be paid from Manistee Project Account
Number 01-8058-8300.
The recommendation was to waive RFP process and authorize a professional
services agreement with Liesch Southwest, Inc. for $64,560 to complete the oversight
of environmental abatement and demolition of Manistee Town Center from Account
Number 01-8058-8300.
Councilmember Clark, who had requested that this item be heard separately,
asked how Liesch Southwest would monitor air quality during demolition. Mr. Vasey
explained that air pumps would analyze the air at all times and in all parts of the
building. He said they would pay special attention to monitoring hot spot areas.
Councilmember Clark asked what special precautions would be taken to prevent
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asbestos from becoming airborne. Mr. Vasey explained that most of the asbestos is in
the tiles or walls of the building. He said plastic tarps would be used to screen the area
and water hoses would be used to water down the area. Councilmember Clark asked if
it was necessary for the City to provide this service. Mr. Vasey stated that the City
should provide this service for liability purposes. He noted that the contractor would
provide a certification report.
Councilmember Lieberman asked when demolition would begin. Mr. Vasey said
they had already started demolition of the eastern portion of the building; however, that
area did not contain any asbestos. He said demolition of the rest of the building would
begin December 12, 2001. Councilmember Lieberman expressed concern about the
air-conditioning ducts recently removed from the building. He noted that the insulation
surrounding those ducts could contain asbestos.
In response to Councilmember Goulet's question, Mr. Vasey assured him that
Liesch Southwest was intimately familiar with the property and would have at least two
certified inspectors overseeing each portion of the job.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to approve the
recommended action on Consent Agenda Item No. 3. The motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT RESOLUTION
6. LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
The Office of Justice Planning, a federal agency, has made sixth-year funding
available to cities through a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program. The grant
program will allocate $255,608 to the City of Glendale for the purpose of reducing crime
and improving public safety. This requires a match of $28,401 , which will be provided
by using Police Department Racketeering Influenced Corrupt Organizations (RICO)
funds. This will provide a total of $284,009.
A public hearing was held on November 1, 2001 at the Glendale Police
Department, Main Station, to solicit input from citizens as required by the grant. An
advisory panel of citizens, comprised of representatives of the court system, the
Prosecutor's Office, the school system, a non-profit group, and of local law
enforcement, have also met, discussed the requirements, and are making a non-
binding recommendation of projects to be funded. The advisory panel's
recommendation was to provide the total grant award of $284,009 to the Police
Department for the purchase of vehicles and equipment for officers.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution accepting the grant and authorizing the allocation of the Law Enforcement
Block Grant Funds as recommended by the advisory board.
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Resolution No. 3521 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING A GRANT AWARD FROM THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR THE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM TO REDUCE CRIME AND IMPROVE PUBLIC SAFETY.
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Martinez, to pass, adopt and
approve Resolution No. 3521 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTION - PUBLIC HEARING
7. REZONING APPLICATION Z-01-01: 7515 WEST ORANGEWOOD AVENUE
Ms. Susan Hacker, Planner, presented this request by Earl, Curley, and
LaGarde, representing Larry Rovey Farms and Paul and Deborah Rovey, to rezone
59.44 acres from A-1 (Agriculture) to R1-7 PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential
Development) located at the southwest corner of 75" and Orangewood Avenues. The
applicant proposes developing a 203 lot single-family residential subdivision.
The proposed R1-7 PRD zoning request is consistent with the General Plan.
The property is designated as appropriate for single-residence development, with the
northern 38 acres planned for a density of 2.5-3.5 units per acre and 5-8 units per acre
on the 22 acre southeastern portion of the parcel. The proposed density of 3.42
residential dwelling units per acre is within the density ranges provided by the General
Plan.
The proposed PRD plan shows 203 single-family lots, at a density of 3.42
dwelling units per gross acre. The minimum lot size is 7,000 square feet, the maximum
is 16,936 square feet, and the average lot size is 7,788 square feet. The minimum lot
width is 65 feet and the minimum lot depth is 110 feet.
At its hearing held on October 18, 2001, the Planning Commission voted to
recommend approval of Rezoning Application Z-01-01, subject eight stipulations. Three
people other than the applicant spoke at the public hearing. All three were generally
supportive of the project.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve Rezoning
Application Z-01-01, subject to the eight stipulations recommended by the Planning
Commission.
Mr. David Prescott, Planning Consultant with the law firm of Earl, Curley &
Lagarde, P.C., the applicant's representative, stated that the request was consistent
with the General Plan and subdivision regulations. He said they have the support of
both City staff and the Planning Commission.
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Councilmember Lieberman expressed his appreciation for the changes made by
the applicant. He stated that he supported the request.
Councilmember Frate asked if the installation of speed humps on 77th Lane,
along the proposed park site, were considered. Mr. Jim Book, Transportation Director,
said the area is just over 118th of a mile. He agreed that there was a concern about
speeding in the area. He stated, however, that the curve and linear alignment achieved
south of the site will help mitigate problems. He said he was not aware of any other
special mitigation efforts. He stated that he was comfortable with the plan as proposed.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 7.
Dr. Perry Hill, representing the Glendale Elementary School District, said
they were very much in favor of the rezoning. He explained that they had 15 acres on
the northwest corner of the parcel and were planning a K-8 school for 800 to 1,000
students on that site. He said they have had very positive meetings with the City and
Brown Homes regarding the site. He noted that the District's population was exploding
and they were being forced to bus students to other schools because their
neighborhood schools had reached maximum occupancy. He encouraged the Council
to support the issue.
Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to approve Rezoning
Application Z-01-01, subject to the eight stipulations recommended by the
Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS
8. AWARD OF CONTRACT — 61ST AVENUE AND ROSE LANE SEWER
REPLACEMENT
Mr. Larry Broyles, City Engineer, presented this request for City Council award of
a construction contract to B&F Contracting, in the amount of $329,189.50, for
installation of approximately 4100 lineal feet of replacement sewer at 61st Avenue and
Rose Lane and 45th Avenue and Bethany Home Road.
Through the Utilities Department's maintenance program, several sewers in the
vicinity of 61 S Avenue and Rose Lane, as well as a sewer located near Bethany Home
Road and 45th Avenue, were identified as being undersized and/or installed at a shallow
depth, and therefore posed a potential for sewer back-ups. This project was developed
to remedy these existing and potential future problems by replacing the existing sewers.
On October 24, 2000, the City Council approved a professional services agreement
with the engineering firm of Entellus, Inc., for preliminary and final design on this
project.
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On November 14, 2001, ten bids were received and opened, with B&F
Contracting submitting the low bid in the amount of $329,189.50. The City's consultant,
Entellus, Inc., reviewed the bids and the qualifications of the low bidder, and
recommended award of the contract to B&F Contracting. Engineering Department staff
agreed with this recommendation.
Funds are available for this project in the 2001-2002 Capital Improvements
Program, Utilities Funds, Account Number 50-9015-8300. Additional funds in the
amount of $ 150,000 need to be transferred from Utilities Funds Account Number 50-
9623-8300 into the account for this project. All work to be performed under this
contract will be completed within 150 calendar days of written notice to proceed.
The recommendation was to approve the transfer of funds, and award the
construction contract to B&F Contracting in the amount of $329,189.50.
Councilmember Martinez asked how long the sewers have been in place. He
noted that the contractor could be held responsible if the sewers were only recently
installed. Mr. Broyles said he estimated that the sewers had been in place for 30 years
or more.
Councilmember Goulet stated that, in some instances, the sewers have been in
place for 40 or 50 years. He noted that the neighborhood had been dealing with the
issue for a very long time.
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to approve the transfer of
funds and award the construction contract to B&F Contracting in the amount of
$329,189.50. The motion carried unanimously.
9. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT — WESTERN
AREA PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
Mr. Larry Broyles, City Engineer, presented this request for City Council approval
of a professional services agreement with DWL Architects, in an amount not to exceed
$570,020, for design and construction administration services for the Western Area
Public Safety Facility located on 83rd Avenue, approximately 1,300 feet north of
Bethany Home Road.
The new public safety facility will be constructed on seven acres of the 88-acre
multi-purpose Western Regional Park site and will provide fire and police services for
the western area of the City. The new facility will support two fire companies and a staff
of seventy-five police officers, as well as various police support staff, teams, and units.
The facility will also be designed to accommodate additional staff and space
requirements to meet the anticipated needs of the Police Department to the year 2013.
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City staff sent out a Request for Proposal (RFP) to obtain the professional
architectural services to perform this work. Fourteen firms responded to the RFP. The
proposal team, consisting of representatives from the Police, Fire, Library, Recreation
and Engineering Departments, short-listed four firms to make oral presentations and
interviews before making the final selection. The review team selected the firm of DWL
Architects as the best qualified to perform the services required for this project. DWL
Architects had previously designed the City of Glendale North (Foothills) Branch
Library.
The cost of the professional services agreement includes all basic architectural
services, as well as construction administration services. The design services are to be
completed in 240 calendar days from the date of notice to proceed and construction
services are estimated to be completed in 300 days.
Funds are available for this project in Account Number 14-9603-8330, West
Public Safety Building.
The recommendation was to approve the professional services agreement with
DWL Architects in an amount not to exceed $570,020.
Councilmember Clark stated that she was very happy to see this agreement
come forward. She asked if the interior design of the building had been completed. Mr.
Broyles said they had hired a consultant to do the initial programming for space
requirements. He agreed that DWL Architects was charged with designing the exterior
of the building, setting the architectural tone for the park. Councilmember Clark asked
about the timeline for designs. Mr. Broyles stated that, although the overall design
period is approximately 240 days, they would bring 60% complete design plans back in
approximately six months for the Council's review. Councilmember Clark said she
would prefer to see something sooner than in six months.
Vice Mayor Eggleston noted that the Council had been considering this item for a
long time. He said DWL Architects had a good track record with the City and he
expected this building to be a nice addition to the park.
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Frate, to approve the
professional services agreement with DWL Architects, in an amount not to
exceed $570,020. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES
10. REVISION TO SOUND TRANSMISSION CONTROL ORDINANCE FOR
BUILDINGS NEAR LUKE AIR FORCE BASE
Ms. Deborah Mazoyer, Building Safety Director, presented this item. A State law
was passed in 1995 which required political subdivisions with territory in the noise
impact area of a military airport to incorporate sound attenuation standards into their
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building codes. These standards required any newly constructed building located within
the noise contours of Luke Air Force Base to incorporate sound reduction techniques
into its design and construction in order to achieve a maximum interior noise level of 45
decibels.
The City of Glendale adopted sound attenuation standards for construction in
1996, requiring the incorporation of sound level reductions into the design and
construction of any new building located in the Luke Air Force Base noise impact area
constructed after October 1, 1996.
Recently, Senate Bill 1525 was adopted by the Arizona State Legislature in the
First Regular Session of 2001, making revisions to the previously adopted state law on
sound attenuation construction standards. These revisions are to be effective for
building permits issued after December 31, 2001. The most significant revisions
affecting the building code requirements include the following:
• Enlarging the affected geographical boundaries for sound attenuation
construction requirements to include a "high noise or accident potential zone"
in addition to the previously adopted 1988 Noise Contours.
• Requiring residential buildings to be constructed with R-19 exterior walls and
R-30 roofs.
These revisions were developed with input from the City of Glendale
Intergovernmental Relations Department, the Home Builders Association of Arizona,
and representatives from Luke and Davis-Monthan Air Force Bases, and are based on
energy efficiency standards for residential construction.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance amending the Code of the City of Glendale, Chapter 9: Buildings and
Building Regulations.
Ordinance No. 2230 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 GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 9, ARTICLE II,
REGARDING THE ADOPTION OF AND AMENDMENTS TO THE BUILDINGS AND
BUILDING REGULATIONS TECHNICAL CODES ON SOUND ATTENUATION
STANDARDS; AND SETTING FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Clark, to approve Ordinance No.
2230 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following members
voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs.
Members voting "nay": none.
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11. SOUTHWEST GAS CORPORATION EASEMENT, LOCATED IN THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF GLENDALE AVENUE AND THE 1111" AVENUE
ALIGNMENT
Mr. Larry Broyles, City Engineer, presented this item. Southwest Gas
Corporation has requested an easement to install a four-inch gas line, a tap connection,
and gas valves located at the northwest corner of Glendale Avenue and the 111th
Avenue alignment, along the southern portion of the landfill. This proposed easement
will consist of approximately 6,000 square feet running from east to west one hundred
eighty feet, and would allow Southwest Gas Corporation to provide service for future
customers in this area, as well as act as a safety precaution to support current and
future loads. It will also minimize high-pressure pipelines along Glendale Avenue.
Southwest Gas Corporation has been granted a limited time period in which they may
tap into an existing line owned by El Paso Natural Gas.
City staff had no objections to granting this easement.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute an easement in favor of Southwest
Gas Corporation for a utility easement.
Ordinance No. 2231 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 SOUTHWEST GAS CORPORATION AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF GLENDALE AVENUE AND THE 111TH AVENUE
ALIGNMENT; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE
BE RECORDED.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance
No. 2231 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
members voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and
Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
12. OFFICIAL SUPPLEMENTARY ZONING MAP ZMA-7
Mr. Jon Froke, Planning Director, presented this item. The "Official Zoning Map
of the City of Glendale" is part of the Zoning Ordinance and identifies zoning district
boundaries for all property within the City. The zoning information depicted on the map
can only be changed by the City Council through the adoption of an ordinance.
Staff keeps the map up-to-date to reflect the Council's approval of zoning
applications. These map changes are then periodically brought to the City Council for a
formal map amendment.
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The City Council approved 28 zoning applications on individual properties
between September of 1996 and April of 2000. Official Supplemental Zoning Map
ZMA-7 will formally amend the zoning map to reflect these changes.
This will not affect the Council's previous action on these applications.
The recommendation was to remove this item from the table, waive reading
beyond the title, and adopt an ordinance for Official Supplementary Zoning Map ZMA-7.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to remove Agenda Item
No. 12 from the table. The motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2232 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 APPENDIX A (ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE
CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE BY ADOPTING OFFICIAL
SUPPLEMENTARY ZONING MAP ZMA-7 WHICH AMENDS THE ZONING ON
SPECIFIC PROPERTIES; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Martinez, to approve Ordinance
No. 2232 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
members voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and
Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
13. PURCHASE OF A DRAINAGE SITE LOCATED AT 47TH AND GRAND
AVENUES
Mr. Larry Broyles, City Engineer, presented this item. The residents of Bethany
Heights, through the Neighborhood Partnership Group, have been working with a
consultant to solve long-standing drainage problems in this subdivision. The drainage
report prepared by the consultant recommends the construction of a retention basin on
the north side of Grand Avenue at 47th and Missouri Avenues.
The purchase of the property is the first step in the development of a future
retention basin to serve this area. The property is comprised of two parcels on either
side of 47th Avenue and totals 3.451 acres.
The offering price for this property is $50,000 per acre, for a total of $172,550.
The City's appraisal supports the purchase price. This purchase was discussed at a
Council Workshop held on April 17, 2001, and staff was directed to move forward with
the purchase of this property.
Funds for the purchase of this property are available in Property Acquisition
Account Number 01-9622-8100.
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The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute the documentation necessary to
complete the purchase of this property.
Ordinance No. 2233 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 TWO
PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF 47TH
AVENUE, GRAND AVENUE, AND MISSOURI AVENUE IN GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE
AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Clark, to approve Ordinance
No. 2233 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
members voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and
Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
14. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
An appointment is to be made to the following Commission that has a vacancy or
expired term.
Effective Term
Date Expires
Personnel Board
Ben Levine (At-Large) Appointment 12/23/2001 12/22/2003
The recommendation was to appoint Ben Levine to the Personnel Board.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Lieberman, to appoint Ben
Levine to the Personnel Board for a term commencing December 23, 2001 and
terminating December 22, 2003. The motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Frate, to hold a City Council
Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on Tuesday,
December 18, 2001 to be followed by an executive session pursuant to ARS 38-
431.03; and to vacate the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on Tuesday,
December 25, 2001 and the Workshop on Tuesday, January 1, 2002. The motion
carried unanimously.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
No comments were made.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Clark announced that the Ellman Companies will hold additional
public hearings on their revised site plan on Monday, December 17th and Tuesday,
December 18th at 6:30 p.m. at Challenger Elementary School. She explained that the
meetings would be identical and encouraged residents of the Yucca District to attend
one or the other. Councilmember Clark noted that this was Dr. Vanacour's last City
Council meeting. She stated that he has been a teacher and mentor to many people.
She said he is a friend who will be missed.
Councilmember Goulet acknowledged Dr. Vanacour for his service to the City.
He stated that Dr. Vanacour has always been an innovative and inclusive City Manager,
who has brought diversity, leadership, values, and investment opportunities to the City.
He stated that Dr. Vanacour has helped to make Glendale a better place to live and
work.
Councilmember Lieberman said Dr. Vanacour had efficiently supervised the
growth of the City, the increase in the number of City employees and the City's
increasing budget. He commended Dr. Vanacour on the tremendous guidance he has
provided to the City, City employees, the community, and elected officials.
Vice Mayor Eggleston said it had been an honor to be associated with Dr.
Vanacour over the past ten years. He thanked Dr. Vanacour for his hard work.
Councilmember Martinez thanked Dr. Vanacour for his assistance and advice
over the years. He said Dr. Vanacour is respected in the community and throughout
the state and is nationally recognized as an expert in the management field.
Councilmember Frate stated that Dr. Vanacour has shown outstanding
leadership and commitment to the City. He said the City of Glendale is highly
respected throughout the state and nation due, in large part, to Dr. Vanacour's
commitment.
Mayor Scruggs said she would make her comments concerning Dr. Vanacour on
Friday night. She stated that this was an exciting time for the City of Glendale and,
because of Dr. Vanacour, the City is prepared to take advantage of its unexpected
opportunities.
Dr. Vanacour thanked the Mayor and Council for their comments. He stated that
it had been a privilege to serve the community.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
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