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Minutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 1/27/2004 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, HELD TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2004, AT 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Thomas R. Eggleston with the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark, Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet, H. Philip Lieberman, and Manuel D. Martinez. Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City Manager; Jon Paladini, Interim City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk. Vice-Mayor Eggleston chaired the meeting until Mayor Scruggs arrived prior to item no. 16. COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the 2 resolutions and 4 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 JANUARY 13, 2004 CITY COUNCIL MEETING It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the January 13, 2004 Regular Council Meeting, as each member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them as written. The motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS This is a request for the City Council to approve the recommended appointments to the following commissions that have a vacancy or expired term and for the Mayor to issue the oath of office to those in attendance. Bicycle Advisory Committee Gray, Shirley Anne Ocotillo Appointment 01/27/2004 07/18/2006 Community Development Advisory Committee Smithwick, David Ocotillo Appointment 01/27/2004 07/01/2006 Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission 1 Mendez, Victor Chair Appointment 01/27/2004 03/25/2005 Lenox, Al Vice-Chair Appointment 01/27/2004 02/25/2005 Library Advisory Board Walsh, William Cholla Appointment 01/27/2004 04/12/2006 Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Neyer, Kathe Mayoral Re-appointment 01/27/2004 04/09/2006 Planning Commission Bohart, Bob Chair Re-appointment 01/27/2004 03/24/2005 Beal, Rod Cholla Re-appointment 01/27/2004 03/24/2006 Beal, Rod Vice-Chair Re-appointment 01/27/2004 03/24/2005 Arce, Ernie Sahuaro Re-appointment 01/27/2004 03/24/2006 The recommendation was to make appointments to the Commissions. It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to appoint the applicants listed above, for the terms listed above, to the Bicycle Advisory Committee, Community Development Advisory Committee, Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission, Library Advisory Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously. Vice Mayor Eggleston issued the oath of office to Shirley Ann Gray, Victor Mendez, Al Lenox, William Walsh, Rod Beal and Ernie Arcie. FEBRUARY 2004 BLACK HISTORY MONTH This is a request for the City Council to recognize February 2004 as Black History Month. The recognition of Black History Month supports the Council's priority of projecting a positive image of Glendale. By supporting the contributions and history of African Americans, the city exemplifies its commitment to the celebration of diversity through understanding and education. The City of Glendale's Diversity Committee, an employee group representing all levels and areas of the organization, is charged with: 1) promoting the benefits of developing a diverse workforce; 2) creating an environment where diversity is respected, encouraged, valued and supported; 3) developing strategies for managing a 2 diverse workforce and; 4) providing a forum to openly and honestly discuss the City of Glendale's policies, procedures and business practices as they relate to a diverse community. The City of Glendale is committed to continuing efforts to pursue equal opportunity and equal justice in every part of the community. The recommendation was to proclaim February 2004 as Black History Month. Deacon Jackson thanked the Vice Mayor and Council, stating he accepts the proclamation on behalf of the African-American community. He urged those appointed to the city's Boards and Commissions to keep in mind that they represent all aspects of the diverse community of Glendale. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read Agenda Item Numbers 1 through 11 and Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution number 12 by number and title. 1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-913 QUICK PICK MINI MART This is a request by Akram Oraha for the City Council to approve a new series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for Quick Pick Mini Mart located at 6604 W. Olive Avenue. The previous owner operated this business as Quick Pick Mini Mart and held a series 10 license at this location. 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. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-914 BABBO ITALIAN EATERY This is a request by Ken Pollack for the City Council to approve a location transfer of a series 7 (on- & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for Babbo Italian Eatery located at 20211 N. 67th Avenue, B4. There have been no prior liquor licenses at this location. The applicant intends to transfer his license from Scottsdale. 3 The approval of this license will increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area by one. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-915 SUPER CARNICERIA URUAPAN 2 This is a request by Camerino Lopez for the City Council to approve a new series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for Super Carniceria Uruapan 2 located at 6541 N. 59th Avenue. The previous owner operated this business as Carniceria El Vaquero and held a series 10 license at this location. The applicant is currently operating this establishment pursuant to an interim permit issued by the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses & Control. The approval of this license will not increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 4. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-916 HAPPY MARKET This is a request by Basil Mamou for the City Council to approve a new series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for Happy Market located at 6425 N. 47th Avenue. The previous owner operated this business as Happy Market and held a series 10 license at this location. The previous owner is currently operating this establishment while this application is pending. 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 nearest church, New Birth Fellowship Church, is 20 feet from the establishment. The 300-foot rule prohibiting a retail liquor establishment from being within 300 feet of a church does not 4 apply since the liquor license was at the location prior to the church. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 5. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-917 LA RUBIA Y LA MORENA This is a request by Maria Rosas De Manzanares for the City Council to approve a person transfer of a series 7 (on- & off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for La Rubia y La Morena located at 6723 W. Bethany Home Road. The previous owner operated this business as La Rubia y La Morena and held a series 7 license at this location. The applicant is currently operating this establishment pursuant to an interim permit issued by the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses & Control. The approval of this license will not increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 6. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-918 AM/PM MINI MART This is a request by Cheryl Stice for the City Council to approve a new series 10 (off-sale retail, beer & wine) license for AM/PM Mini Mart located at 6705 W. Bell Road. The previous owner operated this business as AM/PM Mini Mart and held a series 10 license at this location. The applicant is currently operating this establishment pursuant to an interim permit issued by the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses & Control. The approval of this license will not increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The Planning Department, Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have reviewed the application and have determined that it meets all technical requirements. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. 5 The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 7. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR ST. HELEN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH This is a request by Eric Biallas for the City Council to approve a request for a special event liquor license for St. Helen's Catholic Church. The event is a dance that will be located at St. Helen's Catholic Church, 5510 W. Cholla Street. The event will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2004. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be one of the allowed 10 days this year. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if the City Council recommends approval of such license. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 8. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR GLENDALE CIVIC PRIDE AMBASSADORS (CHOCOLATE AFFAIRE) This is a request by Jerrilee Antunes for the City Council to approve a request for a special event liquor license for Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors. The event is the Chocolate Affaire that will be located in downtown Glendale between 58th Avenue and 59th Avenue and between Glendale Avenue and Glenn Drive. No liquor will be sold in Murphy Park. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Friday, February 6, 2004, from 8:00 a.m. to 11 :59 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2004, and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2004. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be three of the allowed 10 days this year. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if the City Council recommends approval of such license. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 9. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR GLENDALE CIVIC PRIDE AMBASSADORS (JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL) This is a request by Jerrilee Antunes for the City Council to approve a request for a special event liquor license for Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors. The event is the 6 Jazz & Blues Festival that will be located in downtown Glendale between 58th Avenue and 59th Avenue and between Glendale Avenue and Glenn Drive. No liquor will be sold in Murphy Park. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2004, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2004, and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 18, 2004. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be six of the allowed 10 days this year. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if the City Council recommends approval of such license. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 10. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR GLENDALE CIVIC PRIDE AMBASSADORS (FIESTA GLENDALE) This is a request by Jerrilee Antunes for the City Council to approve a request for a special event liquor license for Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors. The event is the Fiesta Glendale that will be located in downtown Glendale between 58th Avenue and 59th Avenue and between Glendale Avenue and Glenn Drive. No liquor will be sold in Murphy Park. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11 :59 p.m. on Friday, September 17, 2004 and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, September 18, 2004. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be eight of the allowed 10 days this year. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 4-203.02, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if the City Council recommends approval of such license. The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. 11. CONTINGENCY TRANSFER RELATED TO ONE-TIME SALARY INCREASE FOR EMPLOYEES This is a request for the City Council to transfer $2,744,000 in Fiscal Year 03-04 contingency appropriation authority and funds to cover the one-time, 3% salary increase that City Council conceptually approved at the January 20, 2004 workshop. This is a request for a transfer of appropriation authority and funds. 7 Proposed FY03-04 salary increases for employees were discussed with City Council during FY03-04 budget discussions on May 6 and May 20, 2003. At that time, City Council asked staff to return in January 2004 to revisit this issue. City Council reiterated this request when the 1st quarter General Fund report was presented on November 18, 2003. At the January 20, 2004, workshop, City Council was presented with the following information to support executive management's recommendation to provide employees with a 3%, one-time increase. The FY03-04 budget for city sales tax revenues for July through November is $18.4 million, so actual receipts of $20.6 million are $2.2 million more than expected. At the end of the first quarter of FY03-04, $1.1 million in General Fund savings was achieved through reduced spending on salaries and benefits as a result of vacant positions. Also, the Blue Cross Blue Shield contract for FY03-04 is costing $1.6 million less than expected as a result of contract negotiations last spring. Therefore, this fiscal year's budget for health care costs is $12.6 million rather than $14.2 million. At the end of the workshop, City Council provided conceptual approval of the recommendation to provide eligible employees with a 3%, one-time increase. The estimated cost of the 3%, one-time increase is $2,079,000 for the General Fund, with the total cost for all funds, including the General Fund, being $2,744,000. Because this one-time increase was not included in the FY03-04 budget that City Council adopted prior to the start of FY03-04, it is necessary to transfer contingency appropriation authority and funds. The transfers will come from the contingency appropriations set up for various funds, like the General Fund and enterprise funds, to cover the additional salary expenses that will be incurred. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total $2,744,000 $2,744,000 The recommendation was to authorize the transfer of a total of $2,744,000 in FY03-04 contingency appropriation authority and funds to be distributed as needed to cover the costs of providing eligible employees with a 3%, one-time increase. Vice Mayor Eggleston opened the public hearing on Consent Agenda Items No. 1 through 12. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, thanked the Council for giving citizens the opportunity to speak when liquor licenses come before the Council for approval. He agreed with staff's recommendation to recommend approval of the liquor licenses. He voiced his support of the various Glendale Civic Pride Ambassador events, stating the events attract attention to Glendale. He thanked 8 the Council for the one-time salary increase for city employees. He said he also supports the resolution opposing the natural gas storage facility. Vice Mayor Eggleston closed the public hearing. It was moved by Lieberman and seconded by Clark, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 11. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS 12. A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE CITY'S OPPOSITION TO A NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY AND PIPELINE NEAR LUKE AIR FORCE BASE This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution opposing the placement of a natural gas storage facility and pipeline near Luke Air Force Base (LAFB), airports, schools, or within three miles of a municipal border. The proposed natural gas storage facility would be located near Dysart and Glendale Avenue, which is within a mile of Luke Elementary School, LAFB housing, businesses and the hospital; and a recreational facility for motorcycles and other activities. The Council goal of promoting economic development is addressed by working to preserve the mission viability of LAFB. The estimated economic impact from Luke each year to the state is $1.4 billion. The El Paso Gas Natural Gas Company is preparing to develop a 9.6 billion cubic foot storage facility in salt caverns located near El Mirage Road, between Northern and Glendale Avenues. The proposed project includes a 36-inch diameter pipeline that will connect with the proposed El Paso Natural Gas storage facility and travel west and south around LAFB where it will connect with a major pipeline near Gila Bend. LAFB officials have indicated they have concerns with the development of the El Paso Natural Gas Company storage facility and pipeline due to health, safety, and security concerns that could jeopardize the mission of the base. In addition, other abutting property owners, neighboring cities, local, county and state officials oppose the development of this use at this location, citing the safety of the people who live, work and recreate nearby. Such a natural gas storage facility could be damaged by natural disasters or acts of sabotage, causing a gas leak or explosion with a potential blast area of at least one mile. It is documented that other pipelines have leaked and exploded such as the El 9 Paso Natural Gas pipeline near Carlsbad, New Mexico, where on August 19, 2000, 12 campers were killed when the pipeline ruptured and exploded. The Intergovernmental Programs Department addressed this issue at the Council workshop on January 20, 2004. Staff recommended the Council support Representative Nelson's bill which would prohibit such facilities within three miles of a military airport, airport, school, hospital or residentially-zoned area. Preservation of the mission of LAFB is vital to the economic viability of the state. The impact from Luke each year to the state is $1 .4 billion. In addition, LAFB is the largest fighter pilot training base in the country and is key to national security. The project proposes a safety risk to residents in the vicinity. The elimination of the project will alleviate safety concerns for residents, military personnel, and those who are employed by, and attend, Luke Elementary School. Several landowners near LAFB brought the issue to the attention of the Mayor and Intergovernmental Programs Director. The landowners have serious concerns with this project as the pipelines would cross through their properties and the storage facility will be located close to the base and the elementary school. The landowners convened meetings with LAFB officials, West Valley Mayors and Councilmembers, legislators and the county Board of Supervisor's representative for the area. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution opposing the placement of a Natural Gas Storage Facility and Pipeline at the proposed location urging El Paso Gas Company to find a more suitable site isolated from population centers, educational institutions, hospitals, military facilities or airport operations. Resolution No. 3731 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, EXPRESSING THE CITY'S OPPOSITION TO THE PLACEMENT BY EL PASO NATURAL GAS COMPANY OF A NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY AND PIPELINE NEAR LUKE AIR FORCE BASE. It was moved by Goulet and seconded by Clark, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item No. 12, approval and adoption of Resolution No. 3731 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. PUBLIC HEARING — LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS 13. APPLICATION NO. ZONO3-06: MORNINGSTAR ESTATES — 7105 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE 10 Ms Teresa Hillner, Senior Planner, presented this item. This is a request by Beus Gilbert, PLLC for the City Council to approve Application ZONO3-06, Morningstar Estates, located at 7105 West Glendale Avenue. The applicant requests rezoning 40 acres from PAD (Planned Area Development) to R1-7 PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential Development). The proposed PRD Development Plan for Morningstar Estates is consistent with the General Plan. The R1-7 PRD adds to the city's housing stock and provides a range of housing opportunities and housing unit diversity. This development incorporates sound growth management techniques by utilizing the surrounding infrastructure. The site is located on the south side of Glendale Avenue and on the west side of 71st Avenue. The Development Plan includes 130 single-family lots on 40.04 acres at a gross density of 3.2 dwelling units per acre. Lots vary in size from 7,020 square feet to 13,639 square feet. The proposed minimum lot width is 60 feet and the proposed minimum lot depth is 117 feet. This request meets the requirements of the Subdivision and Minor Lot Division Ordinance and meets the Single Family Residential Design Guidelines. At its public hearing on December 14, 2003, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the rezoning application, with seven stipulations as summarized in the Planning Director's backup memorandum. The project promotes the development of vacant property and provides housing that is compatible with the surrounding area. In addition, the rezoning request will significantly reduce the number of dwelling units allowed on this parcel. The applicant held a neighborhood meeting on July 14, 2003. Of the 751 property owners and interested parties invited to the meeting, 22 people attended. Issues discussed included development of apartments on the site, timing of the project, power lines on 71st Avenue, street improvements, and the number of children attending the neighboring school. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve application ZONO3-06, subject to the seven stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilmember Goulet asked if there are any concerns about traffic backing out onto Ocotillo Road or if the installation of speed humps has been considered, Ms. Hillner stated the Transportation Department is currently conducting a study to determine if speed humps are warranted. She noted, however, the subject project does not propose adding speed humps. 11 Paul Gilbert, Applicant's representative, stated their project has the lowest density of all of the surrounding properties. He asked the Council to concur with the recommendations of staff and the Planning Commission. Vice-Mayor Eggleston opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 13. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, thanked the Council for their efforts to ensure high quality housing and for working with the school district to ensure they are capable of handling the additional students. Vice-Mayor Eggleston closed the public hearing. It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to approve application ZONO3-06, subject to the seven stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. 14. APPLICATION ZONO3-08: GLENDALE SPRINGS CONDOMINIUMS — 6770 NORTH 47 AVENUE (REMOVE FROM THE TABLE) It was moved by Lieberman and seconded by Clark to remove item No. 14 from the table. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. Ms. Teresa Hillner, Senior Planner, presented this item. This is a request by Great Western Land and Recreation, Inc. for the City Council to approve Application ZONO3-08, Glendale Springs Condominiums, located at 6770 North 47th Avenue. The applicant is requesting to amend a stipulation previously approved with Rezoning Application Z-00-02. The stipulation required construction of an eight-foot high block wall along the west property line and was added to the original rezoning case as a method to buffer the adjacent land use. The applicant now proposes to install trees along the west property line to create a landscape buffer, to install a wall along the section of parking along the west property line to protect the landscaping, and to provide additional screening. The proposed amendment protects the privacy of existing neighbors and ensures public safety. The property was rezoned from C-2 (General Commercial) to R-4 (Multiple Residence) on May 8, 2001. The applicants proposed a 48-dwelling unit condominium project, Glendale Springs, on this site. The zoning district requires a minimum six-foot high wall be constructed on the property line. During the Council approval of the rezoning, Council added a stipulation requiring an eight-foot high block wall be 12 constructed along the west property line. The applicant attempted to develop the property according to the zoning stipulations. The original intention was to demolish the existing six-foot high wall and replace it with the required eight-foot high wall. Since the approval of the zoning case and construction plans, the mobile home park ownership has changed. The new owners and residents of the mobile home park are not receptive to the replacement of the wall. Two alternative methods were examined to implement the adopted zoning stipulation. One method, constructing an eight-foot high wall immediately adjacent to the existing six-foot high wall may inadvertently damage the existing wall. The second option, constructing an eight-foot high wall two to three feet away from the existing wall would create a space between walls. This creates a potential hazard to residents in the neighborhood due to the parallel wall situation that would be created. The latest option presented by the applicant would screen the condominium use from the mobile home park. The trees would eventually grow to approximately 20 feet in height. On January 13, 2004 the City Council requested that the case be continued to January 27, 2004 to allow staff and applicant to discuss alternative tree types and screen wall locations. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning application, with stipulations, on November 20, 2003. The project promotes the development of vacant property and provides a mixed type of housing. The proposed alternative would increase the amount of landscaping and create a buffer between the new condominiums and the existing mobile home park. The applicant sent notification letters to approximately 31 property owners and interested parties. The applicant received two responses. Both were favorable with one neighbor stating that he did not care as long as the existing wall was not disturbed. The recommendation was to remove the item from the table, conduct a public hearing and approve application ZONO3-08 subject to the stipulations verbally recommended by the staff. Mr. Joe McGill, Applicant, stated they met with staff and have worked out all of the issues concerning the prior applicant. Vice-Mayor Eggleston opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 14. As there were no comments, Vice-Mayor Eggleston closed the public hearing. It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Frate, to approve application ZONO3-08, subject to the three stipulations recommended by the staff. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. 13 15. APPLICATION NO. ZONO3-09: DESERT GLEN PLAZA — 5350 WEST BELL ROAD Ms. Teresa Hillner, Senior Planner, presented this item. This is a request by Earl, Curley & Lagarde P.C. on behalf of A & C Properties for City Council to approve Application No. ZONO3-09, Desert Glen Plaza, located at 5350 West Bell Road. The applicant is requesting to amend stipulation #1 of Z-02-08. This amendment would modify the Development Master Plan for Desert Glen Plaza shopping center by adjusting the building footprint for Retail "B" and Retail "C" and adding a Retail "D" building closer to Bell Road. The amendment would reduce the overall square footage from the previously approved Development Master Plan. The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and this amendment promotes economic development within the City of Glendale. By modifying the footprint of the retail buildings, the shopping center will become more marketable to other retailers and restaurants. The Kohl's department store opened in October 2003 and an Eckerd drug store has been approved within the shopping center and is currently under construction. The site is located at the northeast corner of 55th Avenue and Bell Road. On October 22, 2002 the property was rezoned to CSC (Community Shopping Center) which requires a Development Master Plan (DMP) to be adopted at the time of zoning. The original DMP depicted two access points along Bell Road and two pads at the immediate corner of 55th Avenue and Bell Road. Another amendment to the DMP was approved by Council on July 22, 2003. That amendment (Application No. ZONO3-03) approved one pad at the northeast corner of 55th Avenue and Bell Road (Eckerd) and added another driveway on Bell Road. On November 20, 2003, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application subject to two stipulations. Since the time of the commission hearing the applicant has met with staff to discuss their concerns with the loss of 24 parking spaces as required by stipulation #2. The applicant proposes a reduction of six parking spaces in front of retail shops "B" and "C". These six spaces will be converted to pedestrian plaza. Staff believes this is a reasonable compromise that provides more plaza space, lessens vehicular conflicts and provides an economic solution for the applicant. Other site plan modifications as requested by the applicant are outlined in a letter dated January 6, 2004. On December 16, 2003, the City Council continued the case to tonight's agenda, based on a request from the applicant. That allowed more time to address parking concerns expressed by Kohl's Department Store. The project promotes the development of vacant property and advances economic development in the Bell Road corridor. It will also provide more retail choices for the residents of Glendale. 14 On September 3, 2003, the applicant held a neighborhood meeting. Of the 317 people invited to the meeting, six people attended. Issues discussed included type of grocery store anticipated, increased activity along the north property line, outdoor activity along the north property line, hours of operations and original stipulations to the site. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing and approve Application No. ZONO3-09, subject to the two stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission, with a modification to stipulation #2 as outlined in the January 6, 2004 letter from the applicant. Ms. Hiliner confirmed for Councilmember Martinez that the safety concern mentioned in the applicant's letter has been addressed. She explained the four parking spaces that backed out into the main drive isle have been removed. She said safety concerns also led to the removal of a parking space at the east end of the center. In response to Councilmember Goulet's question, Mr. Curley, the Applicant's representative, stated there will be no parking in the raised plaza area. Vice-Mayor Eggleston opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 15. As there were no comments, Vice-Mayor Eggleston closed the public hearing. It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve Application No. ZONO3-09, subject to the two stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission, with a modification to stipulation #2 as outlined in the January 6, 2004 letter from the applicant. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, and Frate. Members voting "nay": none. LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTION 16. APPEAL OF APPLICATION NO. VAR03-19: PEORIA PLAZA, 4424-4430 WEST PEORIA AVENUE Mr. Beasley announced the applicant has requested a continuance on this item. Mr. Jon Froke, Planning Director, presented this item. This is a request to consider an appeal of Application No. VAR03-19 of the Board of Adjustment's approval to allow a reduction in the required parking for Peoria Plaza. The property is a triangular shaped 1.29—acre parcel located west of the northwest corner of 43rd and Peoria Avenues. Peoria Plaza consists of two existing buildings currently located on the site. These buildings are occupied with a restaurant, lounge, and convenience store. An indoor recreational facility is being proposed to 15 locate in a 6,260 square foot tenant space. There are two driveways from Peoria Avenue providing access to the site. The applicant requests a reduction in required parking for an indoor recreation facility called The Break Room (billiards hall). Parking requirements for the indoor recreational facility are calculated at one parking space for every 100 square feet of building area. The number of parking spaces required by the Zoning Ordinance for The Break Room is 63 spaces. The applicant proposes a total of 42 parking spaces for The Break Room. There are a total of 79 spaces on the site to accommodate parking for all uses. At its public hearing on November 13, 2003, the Board of Adjustment approved VAR03-19 subject to two stipulations. On October 9, 2003, the applicant sent 576 letters to notify property owners and interested parties advising them of the request for a variance. On November 13, 2003, the Board of Adjustment conducted a public hearing. Thirteen residents spoke at the hearing. Of those, none were in favor of the variance. Those opposed cited traffic congestion on Peoria Avenue, access to the site, and concern the potential impact of the use. The recommendation was to review the record of the Board of Adjustment's action and act to affirm or reverse, in whole or in part, or modify the Board of Adjustment's decision. Councilmember Clark asked Mr. Froke if the packet of information recently received on this item contained only information that was part of the Board of Adjustment hearing. In response to Councilmember Clark's question, Mr. Froke stated the packet hand-delivered to Council was not formally submitted to the Board of Adjustment in time for their hearing on the case. He explained the Board's hearing was somewhat chaotic with a large number of residents wanting to speak on the case. He said some of the items contained in the packet were discussed, however, it is not clearly indicated in the record. He confirmed, therefore, the information contained in the packet is not part of the formal record of the Board of Adjustment hearing. Mayor Scruggs stated the Council has been advised that new testimony can not be accepted for consideration, however, the original applicant and the appellate may make limited presentations on the evidence found in the record of the Board of Adjustment meeting. Mr. Paladini stated he and Mr. Froke will advise the Council as to whether the applicant and appellant's presentations refer to testimony already on the record or if new testimony is being offered. Mayor Scruggs pointed out, in the past, applicants and appellants were not allowed to make presentations. Mr. Paladini explained City Code allows for the original applicant and appellate to make summary presentations of information presented at the original hearing. He emphasized that, by 16 law, no members of the public are allowed to speak and the Council is not allowed to consider any testimony outside of that given during the original hearing. Mr. Dustin Jones, Applicant's representative, requested a continuance to allow him adequate time to acquaint himself with the case. He said, should their request for continuance be denied, the Board of Adjustment reviewed all of the criteria necessary for granting the variance and unanimously approved the application. Vice Mayor Eggleston, Appellant, expressed his opinion the Board failed to meet the five required findings, explaining the property was purchased in its current shape and size and any hardship created was done so by the applicant. He stated no parking hardship exists because the property could be leased to another tenant that does not require the same number of parking spaces. He said, furthermore, adjoining business owners and residents objected to the variance, stating it will have a detrimental effect on their properties. He pointed out the variance, as proposed, still falls 21 parking spaces short of the number required for the proposed use. He stated access to the rear parking spaces will also be difficult. It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Goulet, to reverse, in whole, the Board of Adjustment's decision. Councilmember Lieberman said he understands the process of the Board of Adjustment, having served on the Board in the past. He stated he is also well acquainted with the building in question. He agreed the hardship has been self- imposed, stating the applicant failed to consider other reasonable alternatives. He expressed his opinion denial of the variance will not deny the property of privileges enjoyed by other properties. He agreed the requested variance is inadequate to provide the number of parking spaces required for the proposed use. He said he will support the motion. Councilmember Clark said, based solely on the record as presented, she cannot support the request for a variance. She stated the hardship was knowingly created by the owner by their decision to rent the property to a use that requires far more parking spaces than the property can accommodate. She stated the request also fails to meet Finding 5 and raises safety concerns given the close proximity of the canal to the proposed parking spaces. Councilmember Martinez agreed the decision of the Board of Adjustment should be overturned because the property is unable to accommodate the required parking. Councilmember Goulet said his concern centers on issues of crime and the potential impact approval could have on subsequent variance requests. Mayor Scruggs agreed with the comments made by her fellow Council members. She said the detriment to the city would be extreme and other property owners would then feel justified to disregard the city's ordinances. She explained her position not to 17 support the applicant's request for a continuance, stating the process limits their consideration to the testimony provided during the Board's hearing and does not allow the applicant's attorneys to offer new testimony or a new solution. Upon a call for the question, the motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. ORDINANCES 17. PROPERTY EXCHANGE WITH THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION ALONG MARYLAND AVENUE, 91s' TO 95'H AVENUES Ms. Kathie Sholly, Property Manager, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to approve a property exchange with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR). The exchange of property, along Maryland Avenue between 91St and 95th Avenues, gives the BOR rights to the new location of its irrigation facilities that were relocated to facilitate the construction of the Glendale Arena. The BOR will relinquish to the city its existing rights in the former location of these facilities. Council supports the development of the Glendale Arena, Tourism and Sports Authority (TSA) multi-purpose stadium and surrounding developments. Granting this easement accommodates the continued construction of the infrastructure necessary for these developments. As part of the ongoing development of the arena and stadium, Salt River Project relocated USA-owned irrigation facilities and placed them underground as needed to accommodate the development. As needs to relocate are identified, requests for easements for the new facilities are brought forward. This is one such request, representing relocation of irrigation facilities along Maryland Avenue between 91St and 95th avenues. There has been no previous Council action on this item. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to accomplish a property exchange with the United States of America through its Bureau of Reclamation. Councilmember Clark asked if the Bureau of Reclamation has built its new irrigation facility on 91st Avenue or if 91st Avenue will be torn up during its construction. Ms. Sholly stated the facility has already been moved, tiled and constructed. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 17. 18 Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, voiced his support of the item. Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. Ordinance No. 2364 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 EXCHANGE OF REAL PROPERTY ALONG MARYLAND AVENUE, 91ST TO 95TH AVENUES IN THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, WITH THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RELOCATING ITS IRRIGATION FACILITIES NEAR THE GLENDALE HOCKEY ARENA; AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE EXCHANGE It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to approve Ordinance No. 2364 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. 18. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION EASEMENT ALONG 91ST AVENUE, GLENDALE TO MARYLAND AVENUES Ms. Kathie Sholly, Property Manager, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to grant an irrigation easement in favor of the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation, along 91st Avenue between Glendale and Maryland avenues. The easement is for the new location of irrigation facilities that were relocated to facilitate the construction of the Glendale Arena. Council supports the development of the Glendale Arena, Tourism and Sports Authority (TSA) multi-purpose stadium and surrounding developments. Granting this easement accommodates the construction of the infrastructure necessary for these developments. As part of the ongoing development of the arena and stadium, Salt River Project relocated USA owned irrigation facilities and placed them under ground as needed to accommodate the development. As needs to relocate are identified, requests for easements for the new facilities are brought forward. This is one such request. There has been no previous Council action on this item. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Contract and Grant of Easement in favor of the United States of America through its Bureau of Reclamation. Ordinance No. 2365 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN 19 ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AND GRANT OF EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION FOR AN IRRIGATION EASEMENT WITHIN THE CITY'S RIGHT-OF- WAY ALONG 91ST AVENUE, GLENDALE TO MARYLAND AVENUES; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Ordinance No. 2365 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. 19. DEEDS AND EASEMENT ORDINANCE Ms. Kathie Sholly, Property Manager, presented this item. This is a request for City Council to accept real estate properties conveyed by quit-claim deed, warranty deed and/or easements from property owners, pursuant to Article VII, Sec. 15 of the City Charter. One of the City Council strategic priorities is managing growth and preserving neighborhoods. The Deeds and Easement Ordinance conveys properties necessary to complete municipal objectives. The Deeds and Easement Ordinance is compiled of recently conveyed properties. These properties have been used for sidewalks, streets, alleyways, parks, water and sewer lines, and other public utilities. In order to utilize these properties for similar use in the future, it is necessary that Council adopt an ordinance dedicating these properties for public use. It is to the advantage of the City of Glendale to dedicate the described properties for public use. Glendale citizens directly benefit from the city's ownership of properties utilized for public amenities. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance dedicating certain real property for public use. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 3. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, stated he strongly approves of the proposed ordinance. Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. 20 Ordinance No. 2366 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING DEEDS AND EASEMENTS FOR PROPERTY CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF GLENDALE It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Goulet, to approve Ordinance No. 2366 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. 20. ORDINANCE REFERRING PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS TO THE VOTERS Mr. Jon Paladini, Interim Attorney, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance referring proposed charter amendments to the voters for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election scheduled for May 18, 2004. The charter amendments proposed are referenced in the ordinance as follows: Proposition 101 Proposed amendment to Glendale City Charter, Article II, Section 3 relating to the term of mayor. A "yes" vote will establish a four-year term for the office of mayor to be operative for the term of mayor beginning with the first regularly scheduled meeting of the Council in June following the primary and general election in 2004. Proposition 102 Proposed amendment to Glendale City Charter, Article II, Section 4 relating to the terms of council members. A "yes" vote will establish that the terms of office for council members will commence on the first regularly scheduled meeting of the council in June following their election for such office in order to be consistent with current city practices and state law mandates for permissible election dates. Proposition 103 Proposed amendment to Glendale City Charter, Article II, Section 10 relating to the induction of mayor and council into office. A "yes" vote will establish that the induction of newly elected or re- elected mayor and council members will be at the first regularly scheduled meeting of the council in June following their election for such office in order to be consistent with current city practices and state law mandates for permissible election dates. 21 Proposition 104 Proposed amendment to the Glendale City Charter, Article VI, Section 5 relating to the public hearing and adoption of budget. A "yes" vote will provide for a public hearing on the tax levies at the regularly scheduled council meeting at which the council sets tax rates. Proposition 105 Proposed amendments to Glendale City Charter, Article IX, Section 5 relating to the time of holding primary elections and Section 8 relating to the time of holding general elections. A "yes" vote will set the primary election date for the third Tuesday in March and the general election date for the third Tuesday in May to be consistent with current city practices and state law mandates for permissible election dates. The last charter amendment initiated by the Glendale City Council occurred in 1988 after the creation of a Charter Review Committee. A citizen initiative for a sales tax rate increase for public safety was approved by the voters in 1994 and a citizen initiative to require manual counting of election ballots failed in 2002. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance referring proposed charter amendments to the voters for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election scheduled for May 18, 2004. Councilmember Clark stated she supports Propositions 102 through 105, however she will not vote in favor of the item because Proposition 101 has the effect of increasing the Mayor's term from two to four years. She said citizens did not demand that the item be placed on the ballot and the issue was not referred to a citizen committee as has been done with past proposed Charter amendments. She explained she cannot support an increase in the term without tying it to term limits. She said, while she hopes citizens will not support Proposition 101 , if they do she urges them to bring forward a citizen's initiative to place the question of term limits before the voters. Councilmember Goulet said people have been calling for longer terms for years, stating people can impose term limits by choosing not to reelect public officials they feel should no longer serve. He stated he supports increasing the term to four years. Councilmember Martinez pointed out Council members are elected for four year terms. He said the Mayor's two year term creates a hardship as reelection efforts are costly and very time consuming. He agreed the term should be increased to four years. Vice Mayor Eggleston agreed term limits can be imposed at the ballot box. He stated a two year term is too short for a Mayors to complete their agenda. 22 Ordinance No. 2367 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, REFERRING THE FOLLOWING PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE FOR THEIR APPROVAL OR REJECTION AT THE NEXT REGULAR GENERAL ELECTION SCHEDULED FOR MAY 18, 2004: PROPOSITION 101 (TERM OF MAYOR); PROPOSITION 102 (TERMS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS); PROPOSITION 103 (INDUCTION OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS); PROPOSITION 104 (PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF BUDGET); PROPOSITION 105 (TIME OF HOLDING PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS); AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance No. 2367 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": Clark. RESOLUTION 21. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT EXPECTATIONS It was moved by Eggleston and seconded by Clark to table Item No. 21 to a date uncertain. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution approving the Residential Design and Development Expectations. The updated expectations will provide a document for Council, Planning Commission, homebuilders, staff, and the development community to use during the design review process. The document will guide quality development and ensure diverse neighborhoods are established throughout the city. The document is also customer friendly and clearly outlines the city's expectations for all new residential development during the rezoning, preliminary plat, final plat, and design review processes. The document updates and combines the existing 1999 Single-Family Residential Design and Development Guidelines and the 1996 Multiple-Residence Housing Design Guidelines. Modifications from the existing documents include: Definitions, Small Lot Development, House Product Design, Architectural Design Review, and Amenities/Open Space. The document separates the Design and Development Expectations into eight parts: 23 • Part 1: Small Lot Development Lot sizes less than 7,000 S.F. • Part 2: Medium Lot Development Lot sizes between 7,000 to 12,000 S.F. • Part 3: Large Lot Development Lot sizes over 12,000 S.F. • Part 4: Amenities • Part 5: House Product Design • Part 6: Architectural Design Review • Part 7: Multi-Family Development • Part 8: Appendix The new expectations encourage a greater variety of lot sizes to include small lots, detached sidewalks, shorter block lengths, open space, varied setbacks, improved recreational amenities, and more variety in architectural style and building materials for house products. The document clarifies the minimum expectations for all new subdivisions regardless of standard subdivisions, Planned Residential Developments, or Planned Area Development. Lot sizes greater than 12,000 square feet will be eligible for alternate development standards. The Council received a preliminary draft of the expectations in June of 2003. On May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11 and 24, 2003, staff discussed the draft expectations at six workshops with the Planning Commission. There were two formal Planning Commission meetings held August 21 and November 6, 2003. At its November 6, 2003 public hearing, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the draft document to the Council with amendments and a change in title to Residential Design and Development Expectations. The title change reflects an effort to be consistent with the approved Commercial Design Expectations. The Residential Design and Development Expectations were presented and discussed at the Council workshop on November 18, 2003. Topics of discussion included: • The name of the document, • The specific use of the document and how the document is perceived by the development community, • The flexibility of some of the expectations vs. definitive requirements, • Giving a higher value to some expectations rather than others, • Small lot development and traffic calming devices, • Detached sidewalks, • Diverse housing products, and • Effect the proposed document may have on redevelopment and infill projects. 24 Since the City Council workshop, staff has aggregated the commission's white amendments and recommendation into a revised draft copy dated December 16, 2003. A written request has been made by the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona to reduce the number of required building elevations for subdivisions less than 30 lots. As the city approaches buildout, staff believes this request is appropriate. With the growth of the city and eventual buildout, there is a need to ensure greater quality in residential development citywide, and allow for creative design and diversity in the city's housing stock. The revised expectations should provide guidance for diverse residential development. The Planning Department has been advising developers and homebuilders of the proposed change in the expectations during pre-application and post-application review meetings. The Planning Department held three meetings with the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona to discuss the updated draft and provided their representative with a copy of the draft document. A letter received from the Home Builders Association requesting a revision to the document is included with this report. The Planning Department has met with the Arizona Multi-Housing Association to discuss the minor changes made to the Multi-family section of the guidelines and the incorporation of the document into the Residential Design and Development Expectations. Other interested parties notified of the proposed draft and the changes made to the existing Single Family Residential Design Guidelines and the Multiple Residence Housing Design Guidelines include: Fulton Homes; Earl, Curley and Lagarde; Beus Gilbert PLLC, and Gilstrap and Associates. The draft document has been placed on the city's website and is available at the Development Services Center. The expectations will be used as part of the standard city review process. With the exception of reproduction of the final document, no additional resources will be required once they are adopted. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution approving the Residential Design and Development Expectations with a revision to the text requiring three building elevations for subdivisions of 30 lots or less. REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION 25 It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Martinez, to hold a City Council Workshop at 2:30 p.m. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on Tuesday, February 3, 2004, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Eggleston, Martinez, Frate and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none. CITIZEN COMMENTS Ms. Bonnie Steigers, a resident of the City of Glendale Sahuaro District, addressed the Council concerning the increasing number of pets being brought to downtown events. She stated it is already difficult to move around at the events and the pets just add to the congestion. She said they also create safety concerns for both children and adults. She asked the city to look at the issue. Mr. Leonard Clark, a resident of the City of Glendale Barrel District, thanked the Council for the opportunity to speak. He agreed the city should take the issue of pets at city events under consideration. He spoke about a marathon held recently in the City of Phoenix, stating he felt a great sense of community among the participants regardless of where they reside. He encouraged the City of Glendale to create that same sense of community with the City of Phoenix. He expressed concern that government leaders in Phoenix do not truly support Luke Air Force Base. He asked the Council to stress the importance of approving the $400 million being requested to reimburse property owners, stating it will allow Luke Air Force Base to remain viable. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Clark stated she has received complaints concerning barricades and traffic issues in the arena area. She asked citizens who live in the area to be patient as the city works through the issues. She stated Phase I of the Regional Area Community Park is underway and should be completed in June. She explained the Bethany Outfall Channel will be landscaped once there is no longer a danger of frost. Councilmember Goulet invited residents of the Orchard Glen neighborhood to participate in a landscaping dedication this Saturday. Councilmember Lieberman invited residents to attend the Chocolate Affair on February 6 and 7. He stated he is delighted that Council passed the salary increase for city employees. Councilmember Martinez stated a number of Cholla residents attended his neighborhood meeting last Wednesday and a lot of good information was presented. He said the skateboard park at 59th Avenue and Union Hills is getting a lot of use, expressing concern, however, that many users are not wearing safety equipment. He urged parents to remind their children to wear their safety gear to help prevent injuries. 26 He said many of the children are also j-walking across Union Hills, creating a very dangerous situation. He urged everyone to use the crosswalk at 59th Avenue. Councilmember Frate stated the Glendale Police Department's Auto Theft Unit began using a fleet of bait cars. He announced the Glendale Fire Department will have a car seat program on February 2, providing hundreds of car seats to families in need and training parents on how to properly install the seats in their cars. He urged adults to watch children around water. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Pamela Hanna - City Clerk 27