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OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2006, AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs, with Vice Mayor
Thomas R. Eggleston and the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark,
Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet, H. Philip Lieberman, and Manuel D. Martinez.
Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City
Manager; Craig Tindall, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk.
Mayor Scruggs welcomed the Boy Scouts of Troop 760 to the meeting.
Scoutmaster Steve Welker, Assistant Scoutmaster Regan Stone and scouts Jarom
Stone, Seth Erickson, Andrew Garver, Duncan Olson and Andrew Maw.
COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the ten resolutions and six
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 MAY 23, 2006 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the
reading of the minutes of the May 23, 2006 regular City Council meeting, as each
member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them
as written. The motion carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
RECOGNITION OF COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
ERNIE ARCE AND MICKEY LUND
This is a request for the City Council to recognize Ernie Arce and Mickey Lund
for their dedicated service to Glendale's Planning Commission. The function of the
Planning Commission is to provide analysis and recommendations to the Council on
matters affecting land use and development within the city.
Mr. Arce served on the Planning Commission from 2002 to 2006, representing
the Sahuaro District. Ms. Lund served on the Planning Commission from 2002 to 2006,
representing the Barrel District.
The recommendation was to present plaques to Ernie Arce and Mickey Lund for
outstanding service to the City of Glendale as members of the Planning Commission.
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The Mayor called Mickey Lund and Ernie Arce forward to receive their plaques.
Ms. Lund thanked the Council, particularly Vice Mayor Eggleston, for trusting her
to represent the Barrel District on the Commission.
RECOGNITION OF STUDENTS FOR "RECYCLING IS FUN" DESIGN-A-SIGN
CONTEST
This is a request for the City Council to recognize four Glendale students for their
drawings submitted for a Design-A-Sign contest sponsored by the Glendale Sanitation
Division.
The Sanitation Division initiated a contest for children aged six to nine to submit
a drawing with the theme "Recycling is Fun". A total of 60 children participated in the
contest and all children received a certificate of recognition. Winners in each age group
will have their artwork reproduced on a sign for display on the side of one of the city's
recycling trucks.
The Glendale Recycling Program provides residents an opportunity to recycle by
collecting paper, plastic, and metal products once a week from each single-family
home. The key to a lasting program in the community is to encourage children to learn
about recycling and participate in the program. Thousands of children have taken tours
of the Glendale Materials Recovery Facility, where the recyclable material is baled and
sold. The prominent display of children's artwork reaches out to the next generation of
recyclers, thereby helping to reinforce recycling.
The recommendation was to present Sydney Horton (age 6), Vincent Ferroni
(age 7), Ashleigh Padgett (age 8), and Angel Sanchez (age 9) certificates of recognition
for their entries in the Design-A-Sign contest.
Michelle Rotenco, Deputy Field Operations Director, called forward Sydney
Horton, Vincent Ferroni, Ashleigh Padgett and Angel Sanchez forward and presented
their plaques. Mayor Scuggs congradulated the children on their accomplishment.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read Agenda Item Numbers 1 through 19 and Ms.
Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolutions numbers 20 through 25 by
number and title.
1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1056 — PAPA'S GYROS RESTAURANT
This is a request by Seyyed Ali Sarmadi for the City Council to approve a new
license application for this Series 12 (Restaurant - All Liquor) license for Papa's Gyros
Restaurant, located at 4935 West Glendale Avenue #4.
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The approval of this license will increase the total number of liquor licenses in
this area by one.
The Planning Department, the Police Department, and the Maricopa County
Health Department have reviewed the application and 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 for Liquor License Number 3-1056.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1057 — RED DEVIL PIZZA BISTRO
This is a request by Mark Nicholas Tomasello for the City Council to approve a
new license application for this Series 12 (Restaurant - All Liquor) license for Red Devil
Pizza Bistro, located at 18295 North 83`' Avenue, C-103.
The approval of this license will increase the total number of liquor licenses in
this area by one.
The Planning Department, the Police Department, and the Maricopa County
Health Department have reviewed the application and 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 for Liquor License Number 3-1057.
3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1058 — STINGERS SPORTS BAR
This is a request by Dale William Hanson for the City Council to approve a
person-to-person transfer of ownership for this Series 6 (Bar - All Liquor) license for
Stingers Sports Bar, located at 10222 North 43rd Avenue, Units 14 & 15.
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, the Police Department, and the Maricopa County Health Department have
reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements.
No protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
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The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Liquor License Number 3-1058.
4. AWARD OF BID 06-18, LIQUID CARBON DIOXIDE
This is a request for the City Council to approve the award of Bid 06-18 for liquid
carbon dioxide to Praxair, Inc.
Approval of this bid award will assist in achieving the Council's goal of providing
high-quality services to Glendale citizens.
The City of Glendale, along with the City of Chandler, issued a solicitation with
the combined annual requirements for liquid carbon dioxide. Liquid carbon dioxide is
used at water treatment plants to improve the overall water quality. The Cholla Water
Treatment Plant is currently using liquid carbon dioxide and the Oasis Water Treatment
Plant will also use this product when the plant comes on-line in late 2007 or early 2008.
Four bids were received, with the lowest responsive bid submitted by Praxair,
Inc. Upon approval by the Council, the agreement will be in effect for one year. The
agreement also contains bid specifications that will permit the city, at the discretion of
the City Manager, to extend this agreement for four additional years in one-year
increments.
Entering into a cooperative purchase agreement allows the city to take
advantage of cost saving prices that could not be realized if a proposal was issued for
Glendale's needs only.
Funding is available in the following operating base budget account during the
next five years.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $86,250
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number
Cholla WTP, Account No. 83-6422-7521
The recommendation was to approve the award of Bid 06-18 for liquid carbon
dioxide to Praxair, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $86,250.
5. AWARD OF BIDS 06-22 AND 06-23, WATER QUALITY LABORATORY
INSTRUMENTS
This is a request for the City Council to award Bids 06-22 and 06-23 and
authorize the purchase of two replacement Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer
(GCMS) water quality instruments for the Water Quality Laboratory. The two GCMS
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units are not identical. Each GCMS will have a different configuration, and will be used
for different analytical methods.
Replacement of the Water Quality Laboratory instruments will assist the city in
maintaining a high-quality drinking water service for the citizens.
The current water quality testing instruments need replacement due to age,
frequency of maintenance and repairs, and difficulty in obtaining replacement parts.
Three bids were received in response to the city's request for both Proposals 06-
22 and 06-23, for the purchase of water quality testing instruments to replace older
instruments. A committee, consisting of staff from the city's Water Quality Laboratory
and an analyst from a private laboratory, reviewed the offers received. Specific
evaluation factors included: compliance with specifications, customer support,
references and overall cost. For both bids, the offer scored highest by the committee
was submitted by Agilent Technologies, Inc.
One GCMS instrument will be used for the analysis of volatile organic
compounds such as solvents and trihalomethanes. This item will replace existing
equipment that is approximately ten years old.
The second GCMS instrument will be used for the analysis of semi-volatile
organic compounds such as haloacetic acids and pesticides. This item will replace
existing equipment that is approximately nine years old.
Both instruments will be used to regularly monitor and ensure the safety of the
city's drinking water and compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Funding is available in Fiscal Year 2005-06, Water Quality Instruments.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $160,342
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number
Water Quality Instruments, Account No. 50-9220-8400
The recommendation was to award Bids 06-22 and 06-23 to Agilent
Technologies, Inc. and authorize the purchase of the water quality testing instruments
in an amount not to exceed $160,342.
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6. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 06-27, RIGHT-OF-WAY LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE
This is a request for the City Council to approve the award for a right-of-way
landscape maintenance contract for all city-landscaped right-of-ways to Mariposa
Horticultural Enterprises Inc.
Approval of this bid award will assist in achieving the Council's goal of providing
high-quality services to Glendale citizens.
The city has contracted for right-of-way landscape maintenance since the mid-
1990s. To continue this service, the city issued a Request for Proposal. To provide
opportunities to small and/or minority-owned companies, the proposal was broken into
three geographic areas, permitting smaller landscaping companies the opportunity to
submit a bid. A total of four responses were received.
A committee, consisting of staff from the Field Operations Department, reviewed
the offers received. Specific evaluation criteria included overall cost, compliance with
specifications, capabilities, and references. The offer scored highest by the committee
for all three geographic areas was submitted by Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises Inc.
Upon Council approval, this award will be effective July 1 , 2006 and continue for one
year. The proposal's specifications contain 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 Council approved a right-of-way landscape maintenance contract on June
22, 1999 that expired on June 30, 2004. On April 21, 2004, an administrative award
was authorized for another vendor effective July 1, 2004. That contract was extended
to June 30, 2006. During the Fiscal Year 2006-07 budget process, the Council
approved funding as part of a budget supplemental for new landscape maintenance
services for areas that will be added to the city's landscape maintenance contract.
Existing funding is available for right-of-way landscape areas currently being
maintained. A budget supplemental was submitted by the Field Operations Department
to fund on-going maintenance of the additional landscaped areas starting in Fiscal Year
2006-07.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $500,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Right-of-Way Maintenance, Professional and Contractual, Account No. 12-6224-7330
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The recommendation was to approve the award for a right-of-way landscape
maintenance contract for all city-landscaped right-of-ways to Mariposa Horticultural
Enterprises Inc. in an amount not to exceed $500,000.
7. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 06-28, GRAND AVENUE OVERPASSES RIGHT-OF-
WAY LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
This is a request for the City Council to approve the award for right-of-way
landscape maintenance associated with the new Grand Avenue overpasses to
Westscape Environmental, Inc.
Approval of this bid award will assist in achieving the Council's goal of providing
high-quality services to Glendale citizens.
The Arizona Department of Transportation has recently completed construction
and landscaping of overpasses for four Grand Avenue intersections. Upon the state's
completion of these landscape improvements, the maintenance becomes the
responsibility of the city. To provide for this maintenance, the city issued a Request for
Proposal (RFP) and three responses were received. A committee, consisting of staff
from the Field Operations Department, reviewed the offers received. Specific
evaluation criteria included overall cost, compliance with specifications, capabilities, and
references. The offer scored highest by the committee was submitted by Westscape
Environmental, Inc. Upon Council approval, this award will become effective July 1,
2006 and continue for one year. The RFP's specifications contain 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 Council approved the funding for the maintenance of this newly landscaped
right-of-way as part of a budget supplemental for Fiscal Year 2006-07.
A budget supplemental was submitted by the Field Operations Department to
fund on-going maintenance of the right-of-way improvements associated with the
recently completed Grand Avenue overpasses starting in Fiscal Year 2006-07.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $66,660
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number
Right-of-Way Maintenance, Professional and Contractual, Account No. 12-6224-7330
The recommendation was to approve the award for right-of-way landscape
maintenance associated with the new Grand Avenue overpasses to Westscape
Environmental, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $66,660.
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8. AWARD OF BID 06-29, APPLICATION OF GRANITE IN CITY RIGHT-OF-
WAYS
This is a request for the City Council to approve the award to apply additional
granite to enhance the city's high impact right-of-ways.
This award will assist the city in maintaining high quality service for citizens and
contribute to the city's landscape appearance for mega events.
One bid was received to apply decomposed granite in selected city right-of-ways
and medians. The selected right-of-ways, Bell Road, Glendale Avenue, and
Camelback Road, are considered high-visual impact areas for mega events. The
existing granite in these areas has been identified as needing refurbishment. The only
bid received came from Sunburst Landscaping, Inc.
The Council approved the funding for these enhancements of existing right-of-
ways as part of a budget supplemental for Fiscal Year 2006-07.
A budget supplemental was submitted by the Field Operations Department to
fund this one-time project to be completed during Fiscal Year 2006-07.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $377,111
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Right-of-Way— Mega Events, Account No. 03-6260-7330
The recommendation was to approve the award to apply additional granite for
the enhancement of the city's high impact right-of-ways to Sunburst Landscaping, Inc.
in an amount not to exceed $377,111.
9. AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - HICKMAN'S
EGG RANCH
This is a request for the City Council to approve an amendment to the
professional services agreement with the firm of Brown and Caldwell Environmental
Engineers and Consultants for the environmental remediation and construction
administration of the demolition of the former Hickman Egg Ranch property.
This is also a request for the approval to transfer Fiscal Year 2005-06 General
Fund contingency appropriation authority and funds to cover the costs for this contract
amendment.
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In 2001, the city entered into an agreement to purchase the 19-acre property
known as Hickman Egg Ranch, located at 7403 North 91st Avenue. Final payment was
made in July of 2005 and the city took possession of the property. The city hired Brown
and Caldwell in July of 2005 to perform the environmental site analysis of the property.
In February of 2006, an emergency services contract was given to Brown and Caldwell
to expedite the environmental clean up and demolition of the structures on the property.
On July 17, 2001, the Council approved the purchase of the property. On July
12, 2005, the Council approved the professional services agreement with Brown and
Caldwell Environmental Engineers and Consultants for the environmental site analysis.
Engineering staff has been in contact with the local homeowners association and
the principal of the neighboring high school to keep them informed of the progress of
the project.
This transaction will require the transfer of General Fund contingency
appropriation authority and funds of $458,000 from Fiscal Year 2005-06 General Fund
Contingency, Account No. 01-2450-7000.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $458,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
PAYGO account number to be assigned upon approval - $458,000
The recommendation was to approve the amendment to the professional
services agreement with Brown and Caldwell Environmental Engineers and Consultants
and authorize the transfer of $458,000 in appropriation authority and funds from the
Fiscal Year 2005-06 General Fund Contingency to a new division that will be
established in the city's PAYGO program upon Council's approval of this contract
award.
10. AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT — PUBLIC
SAFETY TRAINING CENTER, PHASE ONE
This is a request for the City Council to approve Amendment No. One to the
professional services agreement with Lawrence Enyart Architects. The amendment will
provide additional design and construction administration services for the Public Safety
Training Facility to meet the needs of Glendale's partners, including the cities of
Avondale, Peoria and Surprise, and the Maricopa County Community College District
(MCCCD).
The Public Safety Training Facility will provide a new resource for the training of
fire and police personnel. The ability to meet the future demands for trained public
safety personnel will help ensure the public's safety.
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Lawrence Enyart Architects was awarded a professional services agreement in
June of 2005 for the design of phase one of the Public Safety Training Facility. This
design was to accommodate only the needs of the Glendale Fire and Police
Departments.
The Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) that the Council approved on March 14,
2006 with the cities of Peoria, Surprise and Avondale, and the MCCCD resulted in the
need for alterations of the initial plan for the facility. Specifically, the size of the
administration and classroom building will increase from approximately 30,000 square
feet to almost 60,000 square feet.
On June 28, 2005, the Council approved a professional services agreement with
Lawrence Enyart Architects for design and construction administration services for
phase one of a Glendale only Public Safety Training Facility.
On March 14, 2006, the Council approved an IGA with the cities of Avondale,
Peoria and Surprise, and the MCCCD for the financial and operational partnership of
the training center.
The facility will provide the Fire and Police Departments the ability to train public
safety employees to meet future needs.
Funds for this project are available in Fiscal Year 2006-07 in Public Safety
Training Facility Phase I, Account No. 95-8227-8330. These additional costs will be
recovered as a component of the partnership funding.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $1,061,761
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Public Safety Training Facility Phase I, Account No. 95-8227-8330.
The recommendation was to approve Amendment No. One to the professional
services agreement with Lawrence Enyart Architects in the amount of$1,061,761.
11. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE HICKMAN AND
WESTGATE OVERFLOW PARKING LOTS
This is a request for the City Council to approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price
(GMP) construction contract with Hunter Contracting Company for the construction of
two overflow parking lots to be used for the Cardinals football games and other Arizona
Sports and Tourism Authority (AZSTA) related events. The lots will be located on the
19-acre property formerly known as the Hickman Egg Ranch at 7403 North 91st Avenue
and a 25-acre site located on the Westgate property at the southeast corner of
Glendale Avenue and the 101 Freeway.
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This is also a request for the approval to transfer Fiscal Year 2006-07 General
Fund contingency appropriation authority and funds to cover a portion of the costs for
this contract award.
Construction of these two parking lots will satisfy the requirements of the
development agreement between the City of Glendale, The Arizona Cardinals, and the
AZSTA.
The development agreement between the City of Glendale, The Arizona
Cardinals, and the AZSTA outlines that the city is responsible for providing 5,000
overflow parking spaces for Arizona Cardinals games. The current youth sports fields
complex will provide 1,400 turf spaces. The Hickman 19-acre site and the Westgate
25-acre site will provide the remaining required improved parking.
The contract scope with Hunter Contracting Company for the overflow parking
lots is part of the larger project known as the youth sports fields, necessary to support
the Cardinals Stadium that Hunter Contracting is currently completing.
On July 12, 2005, the Council approved the professional services agreement
with Brown and Caldwell to assist staff in the remediation and demolition of the
Hickman Egg Ranch.
On September 28, 2004, the Council adopted a resolution approving the
memorandum of agreement with the Arizona Cardinals and the AZSTA outlining the
need for overflow parking.
Authorizing the construction of the parking lots will ensure completion before the
grand opening of the new Cardinals Stadium.
This transaction will require transfers of $172,810.48 from Cards-Coyotes —
Pedestrian Circulation, Account No. 33-9474, and $627,190 from BusesNans, Account
No. 33-9444, to the Glendale Onboard Transportation Program, Hickman Site Paving,
Account No. 33-9507-8300
This transaction will also require the transfer of General Fund contingency
appropriation authority and funds of $2,028,770 from Fiscal Year 2006-07 General
Fund Contingency, Account No. 01-2450-7000. If the Council approves this transfer, a
new General Fund PAYGO project-account combination will be created for the
expense.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $2,828,770.48
Hickman Site Paving, Account No. 33-9507-8300, $800,000.48
PAYGO account number to be assigned upon approval, $2,028,770
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The recommendation was to approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price
construction contract with Hunter Contracting in the amount of $2,753,707.48 to
construct two overflow parking lots and authorize the transfer of $2,028,770 in
appropriation authority and funds from the Fiscal Year 2006-07 General Fund
Contingency to a new division that will be established in the city's PAYGO program
upon approval of this contract award.
12. AWARD OF CONTRACT — FY 2006-07 RUBBERIZED ASPHALT OVERLAY
PROGRAM
This is a request for the City Council to award a construction contract to M.R.
Tanner Construction for the completion of the Fiscal Year 2006-07 Rubberized Asphalt
Overlay Program. This is also a request for the approval to transfer Fiscal Year 2006-
07 General Fund contingency appropriation authority and funds to cover a portion of the
costs for this contract award.
This project supports the Council's goal of providing high quality services for
citizens.
The city utilizes a pavement management system to track the conditions of the
existing streets and to prioritize the needed reconditioning and repairs. The Fiscal Year
2006-07 program is planned to recondition deteriorated streets, repair the damage
resulting from construction of utility lines, and to improve arterial, collector, and
residential streets throughout the city. To best utilize the available funds, the project
has been bid using a base bid and several alternates. The base bid includes
approximately four and a half miles of arterial streets including:
• 83rd Avenue from Camelback to Bethany Home Road
• 59th Avenue from Glendale to Olive Avenues
• Glendale Avenue from 59th to 63rd Avenues
• 51st Avenue from Olive to Peoria Avenues
The collector and residential streets encompass approximately 13.5 miles
including:
• 47th Avenue from Peoria to where it ends at the Arizona Canal Diversion
Channel
• Montebello Avenue from 83rd Avenue to where it dead ends near the Grand
Canal
• 51st to 55th Avenues between Greenway and Paradise Lane
• 67th to 71St Avenues from Myrtle to Orangewood
• 49th to 51st Avenues between Peoria and Cholla Street
• th
55to 59th Avenues from Thunderbird Road to Acoma
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On May 11, 2006, one bid was received. M.R. Tanner Construction, a qualified
and licensed contractor, submitted the lowest base bid in the amount of $3,267,856.10.
Three other companies who complete such projects were contacted to find out why they
did not bid on the project. Two indicated their current workload would not allow them to
complete the work at this time and the third chose not to bid on the project.
This asphalt overlay will provide the community with 18 miles of reconditioned
roadways that will assist in noise reduction, improve ride performance, and avoid more
costly road reconstruction. It is anticipated that the work will be completed 90 days
after the notice to proceed has been issued. Staff anticipates this work will be
completed no later than October 15, 2006.
Costs associated with rubberized asphalt have risen dramatically over last year.
Material costs alone are up over 50% from costs last year. As in the past, the city will
also enlist contractual inspection services to ensure the quality of the work. These
services are anticipated to cost $50,000; therefore, the total cost of the project will be
$3,318,000. Funding of $3 million is in the Street Maintenance Operating Budget,
Account No. 12-6232-8300 for Fiscal Year 2006-07. In order to complete the work, a
transfer of $318,000 in General Fund contingency appropriation authority and funds is
required from Fiscal Year 2006-07 General Fund Contingency Account No. 01-2450-
7000.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $3,318,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number
Pavement Management, Account No. 12-6232-8300, $3,000,000
General Fund Contingency, Account No. 01-2450-7000, $318,000
The recommendation was to award the construction contract to M.R. Tanner
Construction in the amount of $3,267,856.10 for the construction of the Fiscal Year
2006-07 Rubberized Asphalt Overlay Program and authorize the transfer of$318,000 in
appropriation authority and funds from the Fiscal Year 2006-07 General Fund
Contingency to the Pavement Management account.
13. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE
GLENDALE ONBOARD TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
This is a request for the City Council to approve a two-year extension of a
professional services agreement with URS Corporation in an amount not to exceed
$4,202,275 for general engineering services to complete capital projects in the
Glendale Onboard (GO) Transportation Program. The emphasis of this contract is
completing preliminary engineering and environmental analysis for the Northern
Parkway and identifying and assisting with the purchase of right-of-way for GO-funded
projects.
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One of the Council's goals is a city with high-quality services for citizens. When
voters passed a half-cent sales tax increase in November of 2001 to support
transportation projects, staff began to implement the GO Program. Engineering is
completed or underway for a number GO projects. Construction has started on several
street, transit, and bicycle facilities.
On January 23, 2002, the City of Glendale requested proposals for general
engineering services to implement the capital projects approved by voters of Glendale
on November 6, 2001. URS Corporation was selected from a competitive Request for
Proposals process as the preferred firm. In the first two years, URS Corporation
completed design concepts for most of the projects approved by Glendale voters. On
June 11, 2002, the Council awarded a contract to URS Corporation to proceed with
General Engineering Services for the GO Program with the option to extend the
contract for two additional two-year terms for a total of six years. On June 22, 2004, the
Council approved a two-year contract extension for URS Corporation to complete
outstanding design concepts, acquire right-of-way needed for all GO Program projects,
and provide program support including public involvement, quality control, and financial
analysis.
This second proposed contract extension will (1) complete the Northern Parkway
Design Concept Report and Environmental Assessment, (2) identify and assist with the
purchase right-of-way for the Grand Expressway and street intersection projects, and
(3) provide program support, including design review, public involvement, and financial
analysis.
In January of 2002, the City of Glendale requested proposals for general
engineering services to implement the capital projects approved by the City of Glendale
voters. In June of 2002, the Council awarded a contract to URS with the option to
extend the contract for two additional two-year terms for a total of six years. In June of
2004, the Council approved a two-year contract extension for URS Corporation.
In November of 2001, Glendale residents approved the GO Program. This
program will accomplish improved traffic flow, relieve traffic congestion, increase
transportation options, improve air quality, promote economic vitality, and provide
regional transportation connections.
The GO Program includes multiple opportunities for public input. This year an
annual report was mailed to all Glendale households, a transportation fair was held on
April 9, 2006, and a community meeting for the annual report was held on April 19,
2006. The design and construction of each project also provides opportunities for
public involvement.
The professional services agreement is estimated at $4,202,275. Funds are
available in proposed Fiscal Year 2006-07 and Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital
Improvement Program budgets for the General Engineering Contract, Account No. 33-
9462-8330.
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Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $4,202,275.
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number
FY 2006-07 General Engineering Contract, Account No. 33-9462-8330, $2,065,000
FY 2007-08 General Engineering Contract, Account No. 33-9462-8330, $2,137,275
The recommendation was to approve a two-year extension of the professional
services agreement with URS Corporation in an amount not to exceed $4,202,275. for
general engineering services.
14. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY ATTORNEY
This is a request for the City Council to approve the Employment Agreement with
the City Attorney.
The recommendation was to approve and authorize the Mayor to enter into the
Employment Agreement with Craig Tindall, to serve as City Attorney.
15. SPRING 2006 NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATIONS
This is a request for the City Council to approve the Spring 2006 neighborhood
improvement grant requests and program enhancements, as recommended by the
Citizens' Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods.
As part of its commitment to revitalizing and preserving older neighborhoods, the
Council established the Citizens' Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods to make
funding recommendations on neighborhood improvement grant requests. The Council
also established the Citizens' Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods to provide
advice on general policies, strategies and programs relating to the revitalization and
preservation of neighborhoods. The Commission's recommendations are consistent
with the Neighborhood Element of the General Plan and Council's strategic goal of one
community with strong neighborhoods.
For Fiscal Year 2005-06, the Council set aside $700,000 to support various
neighborhood grant projects. Of this amount, $270,000 is available for the Spring 2006
Grants Cycle. On May 3, 2006, the Commission on Neighborhoods concluded a two-
month review process of nine neighborhood grant requests and voted to recommend
funding for each of the projects as follows:
1. Villas Glendale Homeowners' Association — $15,927 to repave the
following streets within the neighborhood: Redfield Road, from 55th to 54th
Avenues, and 54th Avenue, from Redfield Road to Dailey Street. The
neighborhood will contribute a $30,916 funding match.
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2. Arrowhead Ranch Phase II Homeowners' Association — $90,000 for the
installation of landscaping along the west side of 75th Avenue, from Adobe
Road to just south of the Loop 101 Highway. The neighborhood will
contribute a $53,200 funding match.
3. West Plaza III & IV Homeowners' Association — $6,890 for the
construction of five sanitation enclosures with access gates within the
neighborhood, which is located between 47th and 49th Avenues, from
Northern Avenue to just north of Hayward Avenue. The neighborhood will
contribute a $13,374 funding match.
4. Bethany Heights Neighborhood Association — $78,689 for the installation
of a playground shade structure and new sand for the play area in Mary
Silva Park, which is located at the intersection of 45th and Marshall
Avenues. This will complete the funding needed for the phased-in
improvements previously requested and approved for Mary Silva Park.
5. Chaparral Ranch III Homeowners' Association — $3,300 for replacing and
repairing 66 feet of curbing and gutter on the northeast corner of 661h
Lane and Onyx Avenue. The neighborhood will contribute a $1,100
funding match.
6. Roadrunner Estates West Neighborhood Association — $7,000 for
landscape design along the south side of Mountain View Road, from 57th
to just east of 59th Avenues. Once design is complete, it is the intent of
the neighborhood to apply for construction funds through the
Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program.
7. Tierra Buena Neighborhood Association — $56,000 for improvements to
Tierra Buena Park, which is located at 57th Avenue and Tierra Buena
Lane. Improvements will include the installation of a shade structure and
handicap accessible surface for the playground equipment and
replacement of the existing concrete volleyball court with a sand surface.
8. Chaparral Country Estates Neighborhood Association — $7,200 for
landscape design along the east side of 83rd Avenue, between Ocotillo
Road and Maryland Avenue. The design will also include neighborhood
identification signage at the east intersection of Tuckey Lane and 83rd
Avenue. Once design is complete, it is the intent of the neighborhood to
apply for construction funds through the Neighborhood Improvement
Grant Program.
9. Mohawk Homeowners' Association — $4,995 for landscaping
improvements along the east side of 59th Avenue, between Mohawk Lane
and the Legends Golf Course. This project will also include removal of a
neighborhood identification sign at the northeast intersection of 59th
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Avenue and Mohawk Lane. The neighborhood will contribute an $11,092
funding match.
In addition to the above recommendations, the commission is also seeking
approval of proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant
Program. Based on its review of grant requests over the past two years and in
consideration of the goals and objectives outlined in the 5-Year Neighborhood
Revitalization Plan, the Commission on Neighborhoods is recommending the following
enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program.
1. Grant Limit: Limit individual grant awards to $80,000, per funding cycle,
with an annual review of this amount by the commission.
2. Enhanced Partnerships: Community entities (non-profit/for-profit
businesses, schools, faith-based organizations) will be eligible to initiate
funding requests as a secondary applicant, in partnership with a
neighborhood as the primary applicant.
3. Small Grants: Set aside $50,000 on a one-time basis for a new, small
grants program. The grant awards would have a limit of $5,000, per year,
per requesting neighborhood. The funds would be awarded to qualified
neighborhoods upon commission review and approval. Eligible grant
awards would include items such as minor infrastructure improvements;
one-time pilot programs for neighborhoods with active plans; and
neighborhood connection activities. Under this program, all registered
Glendale neighborhoods, regardless of age, would be eligible to apply.
The Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program and its funding were reviewed,
discussed, and approved by the Council as a part of the Fiscal Year 2005-06 budget
setting process.
The proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program
were initially discussed at the October 18, 2005 City Council Workshop.
Each of the recommended grant projects will make needed improvements in the
respective neighborhoods.
The proposed enhancements to Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program will
increase partnering among neighborhoods, businesses, and community-based
nonprofit organizations; make the program more accessible to neighborhoods with
small improvement projects; allow for the flexibility to respond to the unique needs of
neighborhoods; and encourage fellowship among neighborhood residents.
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The following public meetings were held for the Spring 2006 grants process:
• On February 7 and 11, 2006, the Neighborhood Partnership staff conducted
two grant orientations to educate prospective neighborhood applicants about
the neighborhood grants process.
• On April 22, 2006, the Neighborhood Partnership staff facilitated a grant
hearing at which the nine neighborhood applicants publicly presented their
grant requests.
• On May 3, 2006, the Neighborhood Partnership staff facilitated a grant
hearing at which the Commission on Neighborhoods considered and made
funding recommendations for each of the nine neighborhood grant requests.
• In addition to the above meetings, direct mail, neighborhood newsletters,
website publicity, media releases and e-mail notification were all used to
notify Glendale residents of the opportunity to apply for a Spring 2006
neighborhood grant.
The following public meetings where held to gain input on the proposed
enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program:
• On September 15, 2005, staff of the Community Partnerships Department
presented a draft version of the new, 5-Year Neighborhood Revitalization
Plan, with proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant
Program, to the Commission on Neighborhoods and the Community
Development Advisory Committee.
• On October 18, 2005, staff of the Community Partnerships Department
presented a draft version of the new, 5-Year Neighborhood Revitalization
Plan, with proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant
Program, to the Mayor and Council during a workshop session.
• At the Commission on Neighborhoods' March 1 , 2006 and April 5, 2006
regular meetings, staff of the Community Partnerships Department presented
a detailed version of the proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood
Improvement Grant Program. The commission unanimously supported the
proposed enhancements.
• On May 20, 2006, staff of the Community Partnerships Department
conducted a focus group meeting with nine neighborhood residents to gain
their input on the proposed enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement
Grant Program. The group of residents unanimously supported the proposed
enhancements.
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Funds for the proposed neighborhood grant requests are available in the
following Fiscal Year 2005-06 Neighborhood Improvement Grant Accounts: 01-4420-
8320 and 01-4420-7330.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $270,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Neighborhood Improvement Grant Account No. 01-4420-8330, $26,117
Neighborhood Improvement Grant Account No. 01-4420-7330, $243,883
The recommendation was to approve the Spring 2006 Neighborhood
Improvement Grant requests in the amount of $270,000 and the proposed
enhancements to the Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program, as recommended by
the Citizens' Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods.
16. APPROVAL OF SOLE SOURCE BID FOR LADDER TRUCK REPAIR
This is a request for the City Council to approve the expenditure in an amount
not to exceed $65,000 to Frontier Emergency Products for the repair of the Bronto
ladder truck.
This item supports the Council's strategic priority of ensuring high quality service
for citizens through public safety.
In February of 2006, the Emergency One Bronto Ladder Truck sustained
damage during routine elevation of the ladder at the fire station. The damage rendered
the truck inoperable until repaired.
Frontier Emergency Products, LLC, is the factory authorized repair facility for
Emergency One products. In order to maintain National Fire Protection Association
standard certification, as well as the lifetime frame and three-year mechanical
warranties, any repairs to the Bronto Ladder Truck must be done at a factory authorized
maintenance center, otherwise warranties and certifications are voided.
Immediate repairs to the Bronto are necessary to return it to frontline use. Until
repaired, the city is relying on a 1987 back up ladder truck with 95,000 miles.
Ladder trucks fulfill the obligation the City has to supply ladder coverage to all
areas of the city. In addition to providing balanced ladder coverage for the city, the
Bronto provides emergency response coverage for EMS incidents and large-scale
emergencies.
Funds are available in the Equipment Management account.
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Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
$65,000 X X $65,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line item Number
Equipment Management Account No. 16-6252-7330
The recommendation was to approve the expenditure in an amount not to
exceed $65,000 to Frontier Emergency Products for the repair of the Bronto Ladder
Truck.
17. 2006-07 PERFORMING ARTS GRANTING PROGRAM
This is a request for the City Council to approve the 2006-07 Performing Arts
grants to support twenty projects.
The Glendale Arts Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on
public art acquisitions and awarding performing arts grants, which is consistent with the
Council's goal of a city with high-quality services for citizens.
The grant program is now in its eleventh year. Twenty applications, totaling
$48,200, were submitted to the Arts Commission by its March 31, 2006, deadline.
Grant applications were reviewed at the Arts Commission's May 17, 2006
meeting. Applications were reviewed in accordance with the following evaluation
criteria: 1) artistic quality, 2) ability to serve the needs of the community, 3) managerial
and administrative ability of the applicant organization in producing, presenting or
serving the arts, and 4) appropriateness of the project budget.
• The Arts Commission recommends twenty grants totaling $48,200 for
funding:
• $2,500 — Arizona Arts Chorale, collaborative concert with Arizona Winds at
Midwestern University;
• $2,500 — Arizona Wolf Trap, Southwest Human Development, theater
workshops taught by performing artists in three preschool programs
sponsored by Glendale Elementary School District;
• $2,500 — Ballet Arizona, outdoor concert at Historic Sahuaro Ranch;
• $2,500 - Ballet Arizona, workshops taught by ballet dancers at Don
Mesendick Elementary School;
• $2,500 — Bead Museum, performances for Family Fun Day to celebrate the
Museum's 30th anniversary, new and expanded facilities and The Vital Force
in African Ceremony exhibition during September 2006;
• $1,250 — Cactus Country Chorus of Sweet Adelines, holiday concert at the
Glendale Adult Center;
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• $2,500 — Center Dance Ensemble, artist-in-residence at Bicentennial South
Elementary School during the 2006-07 school year;
• $2,500 — Deer Valley Unified School District, dance workshops for after
school program and three performances at Copper Creek Elementary School
during January — April 2007;
• $2,500 — Glendale Elementary School District, artist-in-residence and theater
performance at Horizon Elementary School during November — December
2006;
• $2,500 — Glendale Parks and Recreation Department, dance workshops and
performances for teens at Glendale Community Center and Copper Canyon
High School during September 2006;
• $2,500 — Glendale Public Library, Foothills Branch, series of nine
performances and workshops which celebrate the arts and heritage of
Arizona during February— March 2007;
• $2,500 — Glendale Public Library, Main, workshops by authors for local
writers during September 2006;
• $2,500 — Opendance and NosotroSound, Latin American music and dance
performances for seniors at Glendale Adult Center, Glendale Public Library
and Valley West Senior Center;
• $2,500 — Peoria Unified School District, workshops and performances for
grades 5-9 at Cactus High School Auditorium by Childsplay during the 2006-
07 school year;
• $2,500 — Peoria Unified School District, artist-in-residence in poetry for fourth
graders at Desert Palms, Sahuaro Ranch and Marshall Ranch Elementary
Schools during the 2006-07 school year;
• $1,950 — Phoenix Conservatory of Music, two musical and dance
performances for seniors at Glencroft, a retirement community;
• $2,500 — Phoenix Symphony, two concerts for students at the Temple
Grandin School of the Children's Center for Neurodevelopmental Studies;
• $2,500 — Phoenix Symphony, two concerts for students at Copperwood
Elementary School;
• $2,500 — Theater Works, workshops and performance at Canyon Elementary
School during the 2006-07 school year;
• $2,500 — West Valley Arts Council, workshop and performance by Calo
Flamenco: Ballet de Martin Gaxiola at Copper Canyon High School during
November 2006.
In 1996, the Council approved the Performing Arts Grant Program to motivate,
increase and support the performing arts in Glendale. Individual grants do not exceed
$2,500 and are funded from the Municipal Art Fund. Since the inception of this
program, the city has funded 87 Performing Arts Grants totaling $206,795.
The Performing Arts Grant Program supports a variety of projects, which make
the arts more accessible to Glendale citizens, most notably youth and their families.
The arts are spread throughout the community, including 31 schools, 2 libraries, 2
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senior centers, a regional park and university. Collectively, 374 artists are involved in
the twenty projects, which are projected to serve audiences of 12,080.
Budget Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
Impacts &
Costs:
Grants
X X $48,200
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line item Number
Arts Commission Fund 70-9700-8320
The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to execute the
documents to complete the grant awards to twenty applicant organizations to the
Performing Arts Grant Program.
18. DIGITAL RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADE
This is a request for the City Council to purchase an upgrade to the digital radio
system through Motorola Incorporated in the amount of $1 ,250,000. The City of
Glendale purchased a state-of-the-art Motorola 800 MHz trunked radio system in 2002,
and this upgrade increases the radio system's capacity to address new development
and growth in the service area.
The city purchased the digital voice radio system in 2002, and the system was
fully implemented and functioning at the end of 2003. Police, Utilities, Sanitation,
Landfill, and Transportation Departments utilize this radio system.
The radio system that the city currently uses will be upgraded to include
additional infrastructure, radio resources, and dispatch consoles to be located in the
new Communications Center located at the West Valley Regional Training Facility.
Additional console positions are necessary due to increased service demand.
The Citywide Project 25 Digital Radio System was approved at a regular Council
meeting in June 2002.
Entering into an agreement with Motorola Incorporated to provide necessary
upgrades to the voice radio system is a necessity projected in Capital Improvement
Project 9408.
This transaction will require the transfer of appropriation authority and funds of
$805,594 from Fiscal Year 2005-06 Development Impact Fee (DIF) - Police
Contingency, Account No. 74-8010-7000 to a new project-account number combination
that will be created for this portion of the expense. Remaining funds for this purchase
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will be used from Public Safety Digital Communications System, Account No. 60-9408-
8400.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $805,594
X X X $444,406
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
DIF—Police account number to be assigned upon approval, $805,594
Digital Communications Software Upgrade Account No. 60-9408-8400, $444,406
The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Motorola Incorporated in the amount of $1 ,250,000; and to authorize
the transfer of $805,594 in appropriation authority and funds from Fiscal Year 2005-06
Development Impact Fee (DIF)–Police Contingency, Account No. 74-8010-7000 to a
new project-account number combination that will be created.
19. AUTOMATED RED LIGHT RUNNING ENFORCEMENT PILOT PROGRAM
This is a request for the City Council to authorize staff to proceed with a Request
for Proposal (RFP) to solicit a vendor for an automated red light running enforcement
pilot program.
The proposed pilot program addresses the Council's goal of creating a city with
high-quality services for citizens.
At the Council's request, the City Court, Police and Transportation Departments
researched and developed a scope of work and staff analysis report. The scope of
work includes the technical requirements for a Request for Proposal and the staff
analysis report will address Council questions from the January 2006 workshop to
include:
• Program administration components
• Impact to city departments, including staffing needs (Police Department and
City Court)
• Estimated program costs
• Public awareness campaign
• Cost analysis of automated enforcement vs. traditional enforcement
• Program evaluation
• Information on other Valley programs
The pilot project will cover one approach at one intersection for a two-year
period. An independent consultant, not affiliated with the red light equipment vendor,
will conduct an independent evaluation of the safety impacts following the pilot study.
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In January of 2006, staff presented the Council information on red light and
speed enforcement programs in Glendale and other Valley cities. The Council directed
staff to explore a pilot program for automated red-light enforcement.
Traffic safety is important to Glendale residents. Implementation of a pilot
automated red light running enforcement program will allow the city to evaluate the
impact of this tool on intersection safety.
The recommendation was to authorize staff to proceed with a Request for
Proposal to solicit a vendor for an automated red light running enforcement pilot
program.
Mr. Frank Hinds, a resident of the City of Glendale Cholla District, said he
supports the red light running enforcement program and hopes the Councilmembers do
as well. He pointed out photo enforcement has been successfully implemented in most
major cities in Arizona. He said they need to educate motorists, but some motorists do
not receive the message until their actions meet with serious consequences.
It was moved by Clark and seconded by Frate, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 19, including the
approval and to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1056 for Papa's Gyros
Restaurant, Liquor License Application No. 3-1057 for Red Devil Pizza Bistro, and
License Application No. 3-1058 for Stingers Sports Bar, to the State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for
approval. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
20. THUNDERBIRD ROAD AND 59TH AVENUE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
This is a request for the City Council to approve a development agreement with
Tutor Tbird Group, LLC for the development of road improvements at the southwest
corner of 59th Avenue and Thunderbird Road. The city share of these improvements is
estimated not to exceed $350,000.
One of the Council's strategic goals is to provide high-quality services to citizens.
Improving and providing transportation options within the city will assist in achieving this
goal.
The Tutor Tbird Group, LLC will construct a childhood development center at the
southwest corner of 59th Avenue and Thunderbird Road. Proposed roadway
improvements at this location include an eastbound right turn lane on Thunderbird
Road, and a southbound bus bay on 59th Avenue. Improvements to this intersection
are part of commitments to voters. The Glendale Onboard Transportation Program will
reimburse the landowner up to $350,000 for the construction costs of these road
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improvements that are located within the street. The landowner is responsible for
improvements behind the curb and gutter.
Construction of a right turn lane on Thunderbird Road, and a southbound bus
bay on 59th Avenue will provide greater safety, improved traffic flow, less congestion,
and aesthetic enhancements. Improvements for this intersection have been scheduled
for Fiscal Year 2009-10 through the Glendale Onboard Transportation Program.
Authorizing the construction for the proposed public street improvements in
conjunction with private development improvements will lessen the inconvenience to
the traveling public by taking care of the road improvements in the course of one
project. Authorizing the public road improvements at this time will make it unnecessary
for the city to initiate an additional road improvement project that would adversely
impact the traveling public a second time.
Funds are available in 59th Avenue, Account No. 33-9463-8300.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $350,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
59`h Avenue, 33-9463-8300
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign any and all documentation relating to a
development agreement with Tutor Tbird LLC in an amount not to exceed $350,000.
Resolution No. 3964 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF A
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH TUTOR TBIRD GROUP, LLC; AND
DIRECTING THAT THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE RECORDED.
21. ARIZONA ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE VICTIMS' RIGHTS PROGRAM
GRANT
This is a request for the City Council to accept a grant offer in the amount of
$78,600 from the State of Arizona Office of the Attorney General to continue victims'
rights programs.
This grant will provide funds to the Police Department to continue victims' rights
support. This is the thirteenth consecutive year of this program.
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Funding from this grant will be used to offset costs associated with the
performance of duties that are mandated under victims' rights laws. Services provided
through this grant will include direct victims' assistance by caseworkers working in
cooperation with the Glendale City Court and the Prosecutor's Office, and the
publication and distribution of victims' rights brochures, informational materials, and the
maintenance of technology necessary for the timely notification of victims regarding the
status of their cases and the status of arrested suspects moving through the city's
criminal justice system.
There is no financial match required for this funding. This is one-time funding by
the State of Arizona Office of the Attorney General. A specific account will be
established in Fund 47, the city's grant fund, once the grant agreement is formally
executed. The funds provide the salary and benefits for a current full-time employee,
Victim Information Notification Everyday (VINE) program and operating expenses.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
$78,600 X $78,600
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept the grant funds in the amount of
$78,600 from the State of Arizona Office of the Attorney General.
Resolution No. 3965 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING THE GRANT OFFER AND AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMISSION AND EXECUTION OF ANY AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS TO
THE ARIZONA OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR PARTIAL
REIMBURSEMENT OF THE COSTS OF IMPLEMENTING AND MAINTAINING THE
MANDATED VICTIMS' RIGHTS PROGRAM.
22. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT
AGENCIES TO FORM THE WEST VALLEY COALITION
This is a request for the City Council to authorize the City Manager to approve
the Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA) with law enforcement agencies to establish
the West Valley Coalition, which will assist the Glendale Police Department with public
safety services and security for the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority Stadium
(AZSTAS).
The participating law enforcement agencies are: Avondale Police Department
(PD), Buckeye PD, El Mirage PD, Goodyear PD, Peoria PD, Phoenix PD, Surprise PD,
Tolleson PD, Wickenburg PD, Youngtown PD, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, and
Arizona Department of Public Safety.
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Entering into these agreements creates positive partnerships with other law
enforcement agencies and provides cooperation for services needed at AZSTAS
events. It addresses the Council goal of providing high-quality services for citizens.
The Glendale Police Department and all participating law enforcement agencies
will be working together through partnerships to ensure that citizens experience a safe
environment while attending entertainment events.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into these intergovernmental
agreements with law enforcement agencies to provide public safety and security
services.
Resolution No. 3966 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
TO PROVIDE PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES AND SECURITY FOR THE ARIZONA
SPORTS AND TOURISM AUTHORITY STADIUM.
23. REQUEST EXEMPTION FROM INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION OF ARIZONA
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution stating that the city
provides sufficient funding to cover liabilities for workers' compensation claims.
Adopting a resolution in lieu of posting security will reduce workers' compensation trust
fund expenses.
Maintaining sufficient funding to cover actuarial liabilities provides financial
stability to meet current and future workers' compensation claim obligations.
The Industrial Commission of Arizona revised rules in March of 2005 to exempt
public entities from posting a letter of credit provided they adequately fund liabilities and
pass a resolution prior to July 1St each year.
By adopting the resolution, the city avoids providing a letter of credit to the
Industrial Commission. The annual cost fora letter of credit would exceed $12,000.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution stating that the city provides sufficient funding to cover liabilities for workers'
compensation claims, and should funding become insufficient, the city will notify the
Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA) and provide proof of appropriate security.
Resolution No. 3967 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, REQUESTING EXEMPTION FROM THE REQUIREMENT BY
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THE INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION OF ARIZONA TO POST SECURITY FOR THE CITY
OF GLENDALE'S SELF-INSURED WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIMS.
24. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE ON SR 101L
This is a request for the City Council to approve an intergovernmental agreement
with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for installation of fiber optic
cable and conduit on SR 101L between Camelback Road and 59th Avenue.
This project meets the Council strategic priorities of creating a city with high-
quality service for citizens.
In 2004, the Transportation Department completed the installation of backbone
fiber optic cable on 59th and Glendale Avenues. These linear fiber segments do not
provide any redundancy in the communications system. Redundancy has become
increasingly more important as city facilities such as public safety and utilities sites,
libraries and transportation infrastructure are connected. Installation of fiber on SR
101L from Camelback Road to 59th Avenue will allow for a redundant ring in the fiber
backbone in case of damage to the fiber cable. ADOT is working on a larger regional
fiber installation project in which Glendale has an opportunity to partner and share
installation costs. ADOT's share of the project is approximately $5.6 million.
The estimated cost for Glendale's fiber optic cable and conduit is $737,870.49.
Funds are available in the Fiscal Year 2006-07 GO Transportation Program. Actual
costs will be determined by a construction bid process to open in July by ADOT.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $737,870.49
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
L101 — Fiber Backbone, Account No. 33-9504-8330, $500,000
Smart Traffic Signals, Account No. 33-9445-8830, $237,870.49
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign any and all documentation entering into
an intergovernmental agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation for
installation of fiber optic cable and conduit on SR 101 L.
Resolution No. 3968 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF AN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR INSTALLATION OF FIBER OPTIC CABLE AND CONDUIT
ON LOOP 101 BETWEEN CAMELBACK ROAD AND 59TH AVENUE.
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25. SETTLEMENT WITH PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS IN THE NATIONAL
CENTURY FINANCIAL ENTERPRISES BANKRUPTCY ACTION
This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution approving the
proposed settlement with PricewaterhouseCoopers accounting firm, one of the auditors
of the now defunct National Century Financial Enterprises ("NCFE").
This proposed settlement will provide financial stability by resolving litigation in
the most efficient and effective manner.
In 2001 and 2002, the City of Glendale, as a member of the Local Government
Investment Pool 55, invested $3,554,291.12 in debt securities of NCFE. Decisions as
to the management of the investment pool were made by the State of Arizona.
In order to pursue recovery of this loss in a cost efficient manner, Glendale
joined with several other municipalities to form a consortium that would jointly pursue
claims against several of the world's largest financial institutions and accounting firms,
including PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC). PWC was one of the auditors of NCFE
during its existence.
As a result of the litigation with the consortium, Glendale has recovered
$516,641.76 of its initial investment. In May of 2006, the law firm representing the
consortium reached a potential settlement with PWC. The settlement provides that JP
Morgan and its affiliates will pay a total of $4.4 million. This settlement leaves another
solvent defendant in this action, Credit Suisse First Boston, against which to pursue the
remaining portion of the consortium's claims.
As with the prior approved settlements, this amount will be distributed pro rata
among the consortium, based on the amount of each member's initial investment.
Glendale's portion of this recovery will be approximately $106,000. This will bring the
total recovery of losses in this matter to approximately $623,000.
It was recommended by the City Attorney and the City's Chief Financial Officer,
consistent with the recommendations of the consortium's legal counsel, the State
Treasurer's office, and the Arizona Attorney General's Office, other consortium
members, including larger international financial firms and funds, that the Council
approve settlement of this claim for the amount offered.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution approving the settlement with PricewaterhouseCoopers as outlined above in
the National Century Financial Enterprises bankruptcy action.
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Resolution No. 3969 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, RATIFYING THE SETTLEMENT WITH PRICEWATERHOUSE-
COOPERS IN THE NATIONAL CENTURY FINANCIAL ENTERPRISES
BANKRUPTCY ACTION.
It was moved by Eggleston and seconded by Martinez, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 20 through 25, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution No. 3964 New Series, Resolution No. 3965
New Series, Resolution No. 3966 New Series, Resolution No. 3967 New Series,
Resolution No. 3968 New Series, and Resolution No. 3969 New Series. The
motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING — LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
26. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA06-02) AND REZONING (ZON06-02):
5251 NORTH 991H AVENUE
Mr. Jim May, AICP, Deputy Planning Director, presented this item.
This is a request by Opus West for the City Council to amend the General Plan
designation from BP (Business Park) to OFC (Office) and rezone from A-1 (Agricultural)
to C-0 (Commercial Office) for an approximate 22-acre parcel located north of the
northeast intersection of 99th Avenue and Camelback Road.
The existing General Plan designation of BP is not the most appropriate
designation due to the site's proximity to Loop 101, the Glendale Arena, and the AZTSA
Multipurpose Stadium. The proposed Office designation will allow professional offices
and associated office support services. This designation is also consistent with the
General Plan objective of encouraging business growth for job opportunities and
attracting diverse, high-paying industries within Glendale city limits.
The proposed C-0 zoning designation is the most appropriate to allow for office
development on the site. The office uses are also complimentary to the Loop 101
freeway, Glendale Municipal Airport, and the sports facilities located near the property.
This property is currently vacant and owned by the Arizona Department of
Transportation (ADOT). The developer of the site, Opus West, is currently in escrow
with ADOT and plans to close escrow upon successful General Plan and Rezoning
applications for the site. Opus West intends to construct an office complex on the site
once these applications are approved.
On May 18, 2006, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
General Plan Amendment and Rezoning application.
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The project promotes the development of vacant property and will provide much-
needed office development to this area of Glendale.
Notification letters were sent to 44 property owners and interested parties on
April 12, 2006, inviting them to a neighborhood meeting at Desert Mirage Elementary
School. The neighborhood meeting was held on April 26, 2006. No property owners or
interested parties attended the meeting. Neither the applicant nor the Planning
Department received any written responses or telephone calls in response to the
mailing.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
titles and adopt the resolution for General Plan Amendment GPA06-02 and the
ordinance for Rezoning ZON06-02, subject to the stipulations as recommended by the
Planning Commission.
Mr. Mike Curley, Applicant's representative, offered to answer questions.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 26. As there
were no comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Item No.
26. The motion carried unanimously
Mayor Scruggs noted that a resolution and an ordinance were associated with
this item.
Resolution No. 3970 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP OF THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BY APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA06-02
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5251 NORTH 99TH AVENUE.
Councilmember Goulet restated the motion.
It was moved by Goulet and seconded by Clark to pass, adopt and approve
Resolution No. 3970 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2510 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, REZONING PROPERTY FROM A-1 (AGRICULTURAL) TO C-O
(COMMERCIAL OFFICE), AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to approve Ordinance No.
2510 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.
27. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA05-09) AND REZONING (ZON05-16):
THE GLEN AT 83RD AVENUE - 8283 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE
Mr. Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director, presented this item.
This is a request by Berry and Damore LLC for the City Council to approve a
General Plan Amendment from 8-12 (Medium High Density Residential) to PC (Planned
Commercial) and rezoning from R-3 (Multiple Residence) to NSC (Neighborhood
Shopping Center). The property is located at the southeast corner of Glendale and 83rd
Avenues.
The proposed General Plan Amendment and rezoning request is consistent with
the General Plan objective of promoting economic development.
The property is currently vacant. The property owner intends to develop the
property for a mix of retail and office uses. The request is to amend the General Plan
designation for the property from 8-12 dwelling units per acre (Medium High Density
Residential) to PC (Planned Commercial) and to rezone from R-3 (Multiple Residence)
to NSC (Neighborhood Shopping Center).
The proposed development will consist of seven single-story retail or office
buildings between 6,900 and 12,000 square feet in size, each constructed in a
landscaped setting with a common architectural theme. The proposed total building
area is approximately 62,000 square feet, and the overall site is approximately 8.24
acres in size. Parking, including some covered parking, is located between the
buildings, with minimal parking directly adjacent to Glendale and 83rd Avenues.
The NSC (Neighborhood Shopping Center) district is a commercial district
intended to meet the consumer demands of surrounding neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Shopping Centers are to be planned, developed and operated as single
entities, with shared access and parking, and common architecture, landscaping, and
signage.
The NSC zoning district provides that design review for the entire site must be
approved prior to the issuance of building permits for any portion of the site. Within the
NSC district, the first phase of development must include the major anchor for the
center, and a master development plan for the entire area of the rezoning request.
These requirements have the effect of requiring a more detailed development plan at
the time of rezoning, and will result in a development which displays a unified plan of
development, rather than the uncoordinated development which sometimes occurs in
traditional commercial (C-1 , C-2, C-3) zoning districts.
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The NSC district does not permit the range of general retail and commercial uses
allowed in the General Commercial (C-2) district. The permitted uses list of the NSC
zoning district is reasonable and appropriate given the location of this site.
The development is expected to accommodate a variety of retail and office uses,
as permitted in the NSC district. With the NSC district designation, development is tied
to a specific master development plan, including provisions for plazas and a master
sign package. Significant modification of the master development plan will require an
amendment to the approved rezoning.
The requested rezoning is consistent with the new General Plan designation and
would bring the property into conformance with the General Plan designation of
Planned Commercial.
On May 4, 2006, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
General Plan Amendment and rezoning application, subject to five stipulations.
The General Plan Amendment and rezoning will allow the development of a
neighborhood shopping center with retail and office uses. Located on the corner of two
arterials, the General Plan designation of Planned Commercial, and the zoning
designation of Neighborhood Shopping Center is appropriate for this site. The project
promotes the development of vacant property and will provide retail opportunities and
professional offices for residents and businesses in Glendale. The rezoning prohibits
the development of the property for multifamily uses.
The applicant held a neighborhood meeting on October 27, 2005 at
Independence High School at 6602 North 75th Avenue. Property owners within 300 feet
of the site were notified. One representative of a surrounding property owner attended
the meeting and the attendee supported the land use, site plan, and building
architecture.
A second neighborhood meeting was held on January 4, 2006 at Independence
High School. No neighbors attended this meeting.
The applicant indicated that they received one phone call from a resident in the
neighborhood east of the property who supported the request. A letter was written in
support of this request by the owners of the apartment complex to the south, the Las
Villas Del Sol Limited Partnership.
Staff received one comment of support and one letter and e-mail of opposition.
Following discussion of the project between the applicant and the property owner, the
property owner wrote a letter and e-mail in support of the proposal.
One business owner in the adjacent shopping center on the southwest corner of
Glendale and 83rd Avenues spoke in favor of the request at the Planning Commission
hearing.
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The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
titles and adopt the resolution for General Plan Amendment application GPA05-09 and
the ordinance for Rezoning Application ZON05-16 subject to the stipulations as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
John Berry, applicant's representative, said, while it is difficult for most
developers to comply with the NSC category, they believe the designation will be better
for the city as well as their project. He thanked staff for suggesting the NSC category
and his client for being open to doing what is best for the community.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 27. As there
were no comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
Resolution No. 3971 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP OF THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BY APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA05-09
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8283 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE.
It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Goulet, to pass, adopt and
approve Resolution No. 3971 New Series.
Upon a call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2511 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, REZONING PROPERTY FROM R-3 (MULTIPLE RESIDENCE)
TO NSC (NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTER); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to approve Ordinance
No. 2511 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.
Councilmember Clark thanked Mr. Berry and the applicant for bringing their
project to the Yucca District, stating her district is in need of quality retail opportunities.
ORDINANCES
28. ANNEXATION AREA NO. 160 ORDINANCE
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, requested this item be tabled to the June 27,
2006 meeting.
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It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Clark, to table Item 28 to the
Council's June 27 meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
29. SALT RIVER PROJECT WELL SITE LAND EXCHANGE AND EASEMENT:
NORTHWEST CORNER OF 75TH AVENUE AND BETHANY HOME ROAD
Mr. Larry Broyles, City Engineer presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance granting a land
exchange and an ingress/egress easement in favor of Salt River Project (SRP) on city-
owned property on the northwest corner of 75th Avenue and Bethany Home Road. SRP
will grant the city a portion of its existing well site in exchange for the city granting SRP
a portion of land adjacent to the north of its well site. The land exchange and
ingress/egress easement are necessary for the intersection improvements at 75th
Avenue and Bethany Home Road.
The city will be making improvements to the intersection of 75th Avenue and
Bethany Home Road. The city requested that SRP relocate some of its facilities and
exchange a small portion of its well site for city-owned property to accommodate the
construction in this area. This exchange and easement are necessary to protect SRP's
land rights and facilities in the new location.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to grant a
land exchange and an ingress/egress easement in favor of Salt River Project.
Ordinance No. 2513 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 A LAND EXCHANGE AND AN
INGRESS/EGRESS EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF SALT RIVER PROJECT ON THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF 75TH AVENUE AND BETHANY HOME ROAD FOR
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
RECORD A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE.
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance No.
2513 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.
30. PROPOSED INCREASE TO DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES
Mr. Ken Reedy, Deputy City Manager presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance amending the
development impact fees, with an effective date of September 12, 2006. Development
impact fees (DIF) are one-time charges to developers that are used to offset capital
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costs resulting from new development. They are necessary to expand and develop
new facilities to serve new growth so cities can continue to provide the same level of
service to new growth as that provided to existing residents.
On October 12, 2004, the Council approved the selection of Tischler &
Associates (subsequently named TischlerBise) to provide this update for the city's
development impact fees, with the exception of water and sewer. TischlerBise
completed the city's prior DIF updates in 2000 and 2001 . TischlerBise also has done
impact studies for Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Casa Grande, Coolidge, Eloy, El
Mirage, Flagstaff, Gilbert, Goodyear, Northwest Fire District, Peoria, Phoenix, Queen
Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise and Tolleson.
Consultant Black & Veatch prepared an updated report on the city's water and
sewer DIE Their update utilized the methodology established by Tischler & Associates
in the comprehensive fee study completed in 2001.
The two DIF studies are based on planning and zoning information, existing
levels of service provided to current residents, the Fiscal Year 2005-14 Capital
Improvement Plan and the December 14, 2005 Black & Veatch evaluation. Revenue
from the proposed changes is expected to cover the costs associated with growth.
DIF for parks, water, and sewer have existed for several years. Fees for streets,
library, and public safety were implemented in 1997. Fees were implemented for solid
waste (sanitation and landfill), roadways and general government in 2000. The public
safety fee was separated into police facilities and fire/emergency medical services in
2001.
In 1997, the Council requested that the fees be revisited and updated every
three years.
The last update for library; parks, recreation and open space; police;
fire/emergency medical services; general government; solid waste; and roadway
improvements was completed in 2001 and adopted by Council on October 9, 2001, with
an effective date of January 10, 2002.
The last update for water and sewer DIF was completed in 2003 and adopted by
the Council on May 25, 2004, with an effective date of August 2, 2004.
On February 7, 2006, the Council was presented the current proposed DIF report
at a workshop. The report presented at that workshop is the supporting documentation
for this public hearing.
On February 28, 2006, the Council adopted a resolution stating the city's intent
to increase development impact fees (DIF) and set a public hearing date of May 9,
2006, subsequently rescheduled to May 23, 2006.
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On May 23, 2006, the Council held a public hearing for amending the
development impact fees.
By implementing the new DIF, the city will be able to maintain its current level of
service to existing residents and support future growth.
The public was provided an opportunity to comment during the May 23, 2006
public hearing. March 1 thru April 30th reflects the 60-day public posting period. The
new fees become effective 90 days after the ordinance is adopted.
On January 4, 2006, staff met with representatives from the Home Builders
Association of Central Arizona (HBACA) and Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) to
discuss the material provided to both organizations on December 21, 2005 regarding
technical aspects of the development fee methodology and supporting data for the
proposed development impact fees for all categories including water and sewer.
On December 21 , 2005, HBACA and AMA representatives were provided, by e-
mail and written report or letter, a response to the October 3, 2005 questions, as well as
the revised DIF reports from TischlerBise and Black & Veatch.
On October 3, 2005, the HBACA submitted a series of questions to the city
regarding the discussion on the technical aspects of the development fee methodology
and supporting data for the proposed development impact fees for all categories,
except water and sewer.
On July 18, 2005, staff and Black & Veatch met with representatives from the
HBACA and the AMA to discuss the technical aspects of the development fee
methodology and supporting data for water and sewer DIF.
On June 14, 2005, staff and TischlerBise met with representatives from the
HBACA and the AMA to discuss the technical aspects of the development fee
methodology and supporting data for the proposed development impact fees for all
categories except water and sewer.
The recommendation was to adopt an ordinance amending the development
impact fees with an effective date of September 12, 2006.
Mayor Scruggs asked how long has Glendale been charging impact fees,
particularly for water and sewer. Since the 1970's? Mr. Reedy said the water and
sewer and park impact fees went back to before the 1980's. He noted the impact fee
program was expanded substantially in 1994.
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Ordinance No. 2514 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 28, ARTICLE
VI, TABLE 1 ENTITLED, "CITY OF GLENDALE DEVELOPMENT FEE SCHEDULE";
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance
No. 2514 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.
31. DEEDS AND EASEMENTS ORDINANCE
Mr. Craig Tindall, City Attorney, presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to formally accept real estate properties on
behalf of the City of Glendale.
The Deeds and Easements Ordinance is comprised of properties that have been
deeded to the City. The City Clerk has recorded these deeds with Maricopa County.
As a matter of practice, the Council formally accepts these properties by ordinance.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance formally accepting the real estate properties on behalf of the City of
Glendale.
Ordinance No. 2515 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 Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Ordinance
No. 2515 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.
PUBLIC HEARING — RESOLUTIONS
32. FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 PRELIMINARY OPERATING BUDGET AND FISCAL
YEAR 2007-2016 PRELIMINARY CAPITAL BUDGET
Ms. Sherry Schurhammer, Management and Budget Director, presented this
item.
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This is a request for the City Council to review the Fiscal Year 2006-07
preliminary operating budget and Fiscal Year 2007-2016 preliminary capital budget,
conduct a public hearing, and adopt a resolution formally approving the preliminary
operating and capital budgets and giving notice of the date for setting the property tax
levy. The Council approval of the preliminary budgets will set the maximum level of
expenditures for Fiscal Year 2006-07. Adjustments and reallocation of appropriation
authority can be made after adoption of the preliminary budget, but the total amount of
appropriation cannot be increased.
Once the Council approves the preliminary operating and capital budgets, a
public notice will be published in a newspaper of general circulation for two weeks, with
the adoption of the final operating and capital budgets and the required public hearing
scheduled for June 27, 2006. The property tax levy adoption and public hearing also
are scheduled for June 27, 2006.
The budget incorporates the Council's strategic goals and key objectives, while
ensuring the city's financial stability by presenting realistic analyses about the provision
of city services and future revenue expectations.
A series of Council budget workshops were conducted in March and April of
2006 to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2006-07 operating budget and the Fiscal Year
2007-16 capital budget, as well as the General Fund (GF) revenue projection for Fiscal
Year 2006-07.
The Fiscal Year 2006-07 operating and capital budgets, as reflected in the Fiscal
Year 2006-07 preliminary budget book, is balanced. The foundation is the Council's
vision of 'one community' and the supporting strategic goals and key objectives, which
are identified below:
• Supporting strong neighborhoods;
• Fostering quality economic development;
• Continuing the development of a vibrant city center;
• Maintaining an active partnership with Luke Air Force Base;
• Providing high quality services for citizens; and
• Continuing with fiscally sound financial management practices.
The recommended budgets address these strategic goals and objectives. They
also identify other community needs, with public safety having a high priority, while also
focusing on fiscal responsibility. The intent of the recommended budgets is to better
provide quality city services that support a high quality of life for the entire Glendale
community. The recommended budgets also reflect continued investment in the
community as a result of the Council's prudent direction.
On the operating side, the City Council approved memorandums of
understanding with both Police and Fire personnel to ensure Glendale obtains and
retains the most highly qualified staff to provide public safety services to our residential
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and business communities. In addition, the City Council approved pay adjustments for
the rest of city staff to ensure Glendale remains competitive in recruiting and retaining
the best-qualified staff. The pay adjustments continue to be based on a market survey
of other Valley cities. Overall, the City Council approved the addition of $5.2M to the
General Fund (GF) base budget to implement these important pay adjustments.
In keeping with the strategy of addressing staffing issues as part of the Fiscal
Year 2006-07 budget, the Council added a total of 115.5 new positions, with 82.5
positions added to the General Fund base budget and 33 positions added to the base
budget of other funds. Another 13 positions were added mid-year Fiscal Year 2006 as
a result of a federal grant to facilitate the hiring of new police officers. Steadily
increasing demands for city services have occurred over the past several years as
Glendale's population continues to grow, especially with the rapid transformation of
Glendale's western area. Now ongoing revenue sources have increased sufficiently to
support additional staff. Examples of some of the positions added to the Fiscal Year
2006-07 budget are explained below.
• As a result of additional staff for the Police Department, as well as
civilianization of several positions, 31 officers will be deployed to provide
direct services to the Glendale community. Some of the additional ongoing
staffing for the Police Department includes 22 new patrol officer positions
(includes 13 officer positions attributable to the federal government's COPS
universal hiring grant awarded early in 2006), and a training academy officer.
The non-sworn positions include three accident investigators, one impound
administrator, one identification technician, one communication specialist,
one detention officer, one research and planning analyst, one stadium events
coordinator, one stadium events scheduler, and three case managers to be
assigned to the criminal investigations bureau.
• The Fire Department will see the addition of 16 new, ongoing positions,
including 14 firefighter positions, two of which will be dedicated to the new
training facility, as well as two fire inspector positions. Included in this new
staffing is phase II of the Rapid Response Team, an urban rescue team
trained to respond to threats or acts of terrorism, a program that Council
approved in July 2004 when the city formally accepted a federal homeland
security grant;
• The Homeland Security Department will receive six new, ongoing positions,
including staff needed to start up and operate the Emergency Operations
Center as it opens in Fiscal Year 2006-07.
• The City Attorney's Office will receive six new, ongoing positions, with all
being assigned to the City Prosecutor's Office, to ensure compliance with city
codes that promote public health and safety, eliminate conditions that
contribute to blight and deterioration, and preserve the quality of life in
neighborhoods.
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• Five new, ongoing positions will supplement the current staffing of the City
Court, including the conversion of two grant-funded positions to full-time,
ongoing positions.
• The staffing of the Parks and Recreation Department will be supplemented
by the addition of 11 new, ongoing positions, including nine positions for the
Foothills Recreation and Aquatic Center. The center is a new facility that will
open in Fiscal Year 2006-07 and offer diverse recreational opportunities that
meet the needs of the community.
• Four new, ongoing building inspector positions will help the Building Safety
Department address the service needs of the prolonged and ongoing
increase in new construction activity underway in the Glendale community.
• One marketing and event coordinator for Glendale's Civic Center will address
the ongoing increase in business volume that the facility has experienced
over the past few years. The addition of another full-time event coordinator
will allow staff to be more proactive in soliciting business, attracting and
working with clients to ensure facility expectations are understood, and event
planning and implementation to ensure smooth operations for the duration of
various events.
• Two new, ongoing equipment mechanics for the city's Equipment
Management facility will help to service and repair the city's growing fleet of
vehicles that now totals 1,268.
• The Utilities Department will see the addition of 18 new, ongoing positions to
address the growing service demands of the city's water and wastewater
customers.
Aside from increases to staffing levels, other additions to the Fiscal Year 2006-
07 operating budget include the following:
• Approximately $1.6M in one-time funds to address specialized equipment
needs of the Police Department, as well as overtime, some vehicle
maintenance cost increases that may not be of an ongoing nature, and
recruitment costs for new positions;
• Approximately $2M in one-time funds to replace specialized fire equipment
used to provide direct services to the Glendale community, provide additional
paramedic training in advanced life support, and add another rescue medic
unit so engine and ladder companies can improve their response and
reliability performance for real fire situations;
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• Approximately $3M in funds for the city's pavement management program,
an amount that is $750,000 or 33% more than the Fiscal Year 2005-06
allocation of $2.25M; and
• $700,000 for the Neighborhood Improvement Grants program to provide
capital improvements to various neighborhoods throughout the city, such as
right-of-way landscaping enhancements and neighborhood entryways.
The principal issue Glendale faces in Fiscal Year 2006-07 is related to the status
as host city for the national Fiesta Bowl and first-ever Bowl Championship Game.
These two events are coming to Glendale for the first time in Fiscal Year 2006-07. The
costs associated with providing public safety services and other city services to these
world-class sports facilities can be significant. To prepare the city for this situation, the
Council set aside a total of $7M in a National Events Fund ($1 M in Fiscal Year 2004-05
plus $5M in Fiscal Year 2005-06, plus $1 M in Fiscal Year 2006-07) for the 2007 Fiesta
Bowl and Bowl Championship Series events, plus the 2008 Super Bowl and related
events.
During Fiscal Year 2005-06, key objectives related to the upcoming national
events were established. They are as follows:
• Complete capital and major economic development projects such as the
Emergency Operations Center and the Media Center/Conference
Center/Parking Garage located adjacent to the city's professional sports
facilities. I
• Ensure safe and attractive public areas.
• Maximize resident, neighborhood, and business participation and
involvement.
• Promote Glendale's amenities to capture an increase in tourism and
economic development.
• Create a cross-functional, one-stop, expedited permit center.
• Modify relevant city codes and ordinances related to life and safety issues.
• Ensure fiscal accountability.
While much work on accomplishing these objectives occurred in Fiscal Year
2005-06, more work is planned for Fiscal Year 2006-07. Specifically, funds are
budgeted in Fiscal Year 2006-07 to address these key objectives, as well as other costs
associated with hosting these national football events and related activities. Glendale
anticipates spending a total of approximately $4M out of the National Events Fund in
Fiscal Year 2006-07. An additional $1M is appropriated in the event unplanned
expenses requiring timely decisions surface. As the city works through these events for
the first time, staff will continue to evaluate the costs associated with hosting these
world class events to ensure prudent and fiscally responsible use of city funds.
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On the capital side, construction on phase I of the Public Safety Training Facility
and the Emergency Operations Center is expected to continue into Fiscal Year 2006-
07, with both facilities opening after the fiscal year begins. Construction on a new
facility for Fire Station 151 is expected to commence in Fiscal Year 2006-07. Fire
Station 151 will be moving from its current location in a residential neighborhood to a
new location that should facilitate better response times with less disruption to
residential neighbors. Also underway are studies for a downtown parking garage and
new police and fire administration facilities in the center city area.
In the emerging sports, entertainment, retail, commercial, and residential corridor
in west Glendale, construction has begun on a privately financed Marriott Renaissance
Hotel and Spa. Other facilities to be constructed in conjunction with this hotel project
are an 80,000 square foot conference center and parking garage, a first-class Media
Center, and a new Cable Studio for the city's own cable station, KGLN 11 . Numerous
water, wasterwater, and sewer capital projects are also scheduled for Fiscal Year 2006-
07 as the city continues to devote the necessary resources to maintain and upgrade the
city's potable water system and sanitary sewer system. Overall, the Fiscal Year 2006-
07 capital budget reflects the city's commitment to making the capital investments
needed to meet the needs of the Glendale residential and business community.
The Fiscal Year 2006-07 General Fund (GF) revenue projection is fiscally
prudent and reasonable and is linked to forecasts by experts on the Arizona economy.
The consensus among experts on the Arizona economy is that next year will see a
continuation of the vibrant, strong economy we are experiencing today. Nevertheless, a
cautious approach was taken in establishing the GF revenue projection for Fiscal Year
2006-07.
An indication of the strength in today's economy is the growth Glendale has
experienced with GF ongoing revenue. Between Fiscal Year 2001-02 and Fiscal Year
2004-05, GF ongoing revenue increased 26% or $30.2M. City sales tax revenue
increased 27% or $11.1M over the same period of time, with state-shared revenue
rising 6% or $2.8M.
These ongoing revenue sources have continued to grow in the current fiscal
year. For example, Fiscal Year 2005-06 state-shared revenue is expected to come in
$5.2M or 10.5% ahead of collections in Fiscal Year 2004-05. The city is well on its way
to meeting that expectation. At the end of nine months, Fiscal Year 2005-06 state-
shared revenue source is already $5.7M or almost 16% ahead of collections in Fiscal
Year 2004-05.
The story is the same for city sales tax receipts. Fiscal Year 2005-06 city sales
tax revenue is expected to come in $6.2M or 12% ahead of collections in Fiscal Year
2004-05. Again, the city is well on its way to meeting that expectation. At the end of
nine months, Fiscal Year 2005-06 receipts are more than $4M or 10% ahead of Fiscal
Year 2004-05 collections for the same period. As with state-shared revenue, city sales
tax collections typically are higher during the last half of the fiscal year.
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While the city has experienced some outstanding rates of growth in its ongoing
GF revenue over the past few years, the Fiscal Year 2006-07 GF revenue projection
reflects continued but more moderate growth. Specifically, the GF ongoing revenue
projection assumes a cautious growth rate of 4.3%, which equates to $6.8M more than
the GF revenue we expect to collect this fiscal year. For city sales tax, the projection
reflects a 5.9% growth rate. For state-shared revenue, the projection reflects a 4%
growth rate after adjusting for the expected impact of the mid-decade census on the
distribution of state-shared revenues.
The city's revenue is expected to continue growing in Fiscal Year 2006-07 as the
phase I development of the Westgate project is expected to open its committed retail,
restaurant, and entertainment venues totaling approximately 500,000 square feet. In
addition, development in and around Glendale's professional sports facilities is moving
forward at a rapid pace. Of particular note is the southwest region's first Cabela's store
that is expected to open in late summer 2006 in the Zanjero development.
Complementary tourist businesses, such as hotels and restaurants, are also coming out
of the ground in the Zanjero development.
The realized and anticipated growth in ongoing revenue is significant because it
means Glendale can support and maintain quality, ongoing city services to sustain a
high quality of life for the Glendale community. This kind of healthy growth is a result of
the economic development strategies that are based on the Council's guidance. These
economic development strategies have led to Glendale's strong financial position that
positions the city for a bright future.
The fifth budget workshop occurred on April 11, 2006. The topics addressed at
that workshop included whether
• to fund the recommended Fiscal Year 2006-07 operating budget, including all
supplemental requests that were presented during the past four budget
workshops, and were also published in the Council budget workbook that was
distributed to the Council on March 2, 2006; and
• to approve the Preliminary Fiscal Year 2007-16 Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP), including the pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) program.
Also discussed at the fifth workshop were the following issues, which were
addressed in written responses to the Council as a result of questions that arose during
the prior four budget workshops:
• Neighborhood traffic mitigation,
• Traffic signal warrant and construction program,
• Civic Center maintenance reserve,
• Acceleration of landscape improvements in high impact areas, and
• Mega events budget discussion follow up.
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The fourth budget workshop occurred on April 4, 2006. The topics addressed at
that workshop were the budget requests for the following departments or subject areas:
Administrative Services; Management and Budget; Economic Development; Rebates
and Incentives; Finance; Lease Payments; Information Technology; City Auditor's
Office; City Manager's Office; Community Action Program; Human Resources budget
requests, with the exception of the total compensation supplementals, which were
addressed at the April 11 budget workshop; Employee Groups; Intergovernmental
Programs; Marketing and Communications; Civic Center; and Utilities. Also presented
was the preliminary Fiscal Year 2007-16 Capital Improvement Plan, which includes the
PAYGO program and supplemental requests related to the operation and maintenance
of capital projects coming on line in Fiscal Year 2006-07.
The third budget workshop occurred on March 28, 2006. The issues addressed
at that workshop were the budget requests for the following departments or subject
areas: Community Development Administration, Building Safety, Code Compliance,
Engineering, Planning, Transportation, Public Works Administration, Environmental
Resources, and Field Operations.
The second budget workshop occurred on March 21, 2006. The issues
addressed at that workshop were the budget requests for the following departments or
subject areas: Police, Fire, Homeland Security, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Court,
City Council Office, Office of the Mayor, Mega Events, Community Information &
Service Administration, Community Partnerships, Neighborhood Grants, Residential
Infill Housing, Library & Arts, Parks & Recreation, and Non-Departmental.
The preliminary capital improvement program report was distributed to the Mayor
and Council on March 15, 2006.
The first budget workshop occurred on March 14, 2006. The issues addressed
at that workshop were the Fiscal Year 2005-06 second quarter report on General Fund
(GF) revenues and expenditures and the Fiscal Year 2006-07 GF revenue projection,
as well as the Police Department staffing study.
Glendale's budget is an important financial, planning, and public communication
tool. It gives residents and businesses a clear and concrete view of the city's direction
for public services, operations and capital facilities and equipment. It also provides the
community with a better understanding of the city's ongoing needs for stable revenue
sources to fund public services, ongoing operations and capital facilities and
equipment.
The budget also provides the Council and residents a means to evaluate the
city's financial stability.
All budget workshops were open to the public and were posted publicly per state
requirements.
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The annual budget (all funds) for the City of Glendale is divided into four major
components, which include all appropriations for the city. The total budget, including all
four components, is $913 million.
The four components and their respective total amounts for Fiscal Year 2006-07
are as follows:
• The operating budget finances the day-to-day provision of city services and
totals $337 million (all funds);
• The capital improvement budget funds the construction of city facilities, such
as roads and buildings, and totals $435 million (all funds) for Fiscal Year
2006-07;
• The debt service budget is used to repay money the city has borrowed,
primarily for capital improvements, and totals $53 million (all funds); and
• The final component of the budget is the contingency appropriation, which is
made up of funds reserves and is available to cover emergency expenses or
revenue shortages, and totals $88 million (all funds) for Fiscal Year 2006-07.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
title, and adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2006-07 preliminary operating
budget and the Fiscal Year 2007-16 preliminary capital budget and give notice of the
date for a public hearing on setting the property tax levy.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 32. As there
were no comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
Resolution No. 3972 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, ADOPTING THE ESTIMATES OF THE AMOUNTS REQUIRED
FOR THE PUBLIC EXPENSE FOR THE CITY OF GLENDALE FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 2006-2007; ADOPTING A TENTATIVE BUDGET; SETTING FORTH THE
REVENUE, THE AMOUNT TO BE RAISED BY DIRECT PROPERTY TAXATION FOR
THE VARIOUS PURPOSES; AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE TIME FOR HEARING
TAXPAYERS FOR FIXING THE TAX LEVIES.
It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to pass, adopt and
approve Resolution No. 3972 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
33. PROPOSED INCREASE IN WATER AND SEWER RATES
Mr. Ken Reedy, Deputy City Manager presented this item.
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This is a request for the City Council to hold a public hearing and adopt a
resolution implementing a water and sewer rate adjustment, effective with the October
2006 utility billing.
An adjustment in water and sewer rates is necessary to continue to maintain the
Council goal of providing high-quality services to Glendale citizens.
One of Glendale's top priorities is to provide safe drinking water 24 hours a day,
seven days a week to its utilities customers. In order to provide the best water and
sewer services, and remain in compliance with Federal and State regulatory
requirements, there are a series of improvements that need to be completed. These
include construction of the Oasis Water campus, renovation of water and wastewater
treatment plants, rehabilitation of the water distribution and sewer collection systems,
and security enhancements to critical facilities.
The recommended rate adjustments are necessary to provide the financial
resources to complete the required improvements, which are listed in the ten-year
Capital Improvement Program, and ensure that the Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds
maintain adequate operational cash reserves.
In 2005, as part of the Utilities Department comprehensive annual needs
assessment, the consulting firm of Black & Veatch was contracted to update the 2003
water and sewer rate report. This update was necessary to address the revised cost
estimates of projects included in the Utilities needs assessment and the ten-year
Capital Improvement Program. These revised cost estimates reflect the inflationary
trend in the construction market and additional costs resulting from recommendations of
the Utilities Security Master Plan. As part of the update, Black & Veatch also reviewed
and evaluated revenues and revenue requirements of the Utilities Department. The
results of this updated analysis were presented at the March 7, 2006 Council workshop,
with the stipulation that the requested adjustment would be for Fiscal Year 2006-07,
with Council reviewing the rates annually.
On May 9, 2006, the Council adopted a notice of intention to increase water and
sewer rates and set the public hearing for June 13, 2006.
On October 26, 2004, following the legally prescribed public hearing, the Council
authorized the adoption of a resolution implementing water rate adjustments effective
with the January 2005 water utility billing.
Prior to the January 2005 rate increase, no water rate increases had been
authorized since November 1 , 1995.
On January 13, 2004, following the legally prescribed public hearing, the Council
authorized the adoption of a resolution implementing a sewer rate adjustment effective
with the February 2004 utility billing. This was the last previous sewer rate increase
authorized by the Council.
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The proposed water and sewer rate adjustments will help to ensure that the city
has the financial resources to continue to provide the highest quality water and sewer
services to Glendale citizens and remain in compliance with Federal and State
regulations.
Public input will be received during the June 13, 2006, public hearing.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
title and adopt a resolution implementing water rate and sewer rate adjustments
effective with the October 2006 utility billing.
Councilmember Martinez asked how Glendale will compare to other cities in
terms of its water and sewer rates. Mr. Reedy said Glendale will be in the middle of the
upper range. Councilmember Martinez asked if other cities are expected to increase
their rates. Mr. Reedy said he believes other cities will have to increase rates due to
increased construction costs.
In response to Vice Mayor Eggleston's question, Mr. Reedy explained an
enterprise fund is operated as a business and is solely funded through water and sewer
rates. He stated no other city funds or taxes are involved in supporting the facilities.
Vice Mayor Eggleston pointed out people who use little water will not see a rate
increase. Mr. Reedy agreed, stating the rates are structured to encourage water
conservation.
Councilmember Clark said, while no one likes to raise rates, there are at least
three major reasons justifying their decision to do so. She asked Mr. Reedy to explain
the driving factors behind the rate increases. Mr. Reedy said the increase in
construction costs is the primary reason behind the rate changes, noting some of the
costs have increased 100 percent over the past three years. He stated fuel and labor
costs have also increased. Councilmember Clark pointed out old lines in some areas of
the city need to be replaced. Mr. Reedy agreed. He said the City of Glendale was
created in 1892 and the water system was purchased in 1915, noting some of those
lines are still in the ground. Councilmember Clark asked if population growth is also a
factor. Mr. Reedy explained the impact fees the Council just approved will help offset
the cost of constructing new facilities for growth related projects. Councilmember Clark
asked Mr. Reedy if it is fair to say the Council wrestled with this issue for several
months. Mr. Reedy responded yes, stating they have gone through a very extensive
process, which included a lot of public involvement.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 33. As there
were no comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
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Resolution No. 3973 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, ESTABLISHING WATER RATES PURSUANT TO GLENDALE
CITY CODE, CHAPTER 33, ARTICLE II, SECTION 33-77; ESTABLISHING SEWER
SERVICE USER CHARGES PURSUANT TO GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 33,
ARTICLE III, SECTION 33-174; AND SETTING FORTH EFFECTIVE DATES.
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Goulet, to pass, adopt and
approve Resolution No. 3973 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Eggleston, and seconded by Martinez, to hold a City
Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 in Room B-3 of the City
Council Chambers, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-
431.03. The motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
No comments were made.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Clark said the first in a series of mega events will occur in
August, with the opening of the Cardinals Stadium. She said the event will be a
learning experience for the city as they learn to manage traffic and parking in and
around the stadium. She stated the city has been very proactive in trying to resolve
issues prior to the actual event and, to that end, an ad-hoc citizens committee has been
established. She noted she also established a district committee to work on the issues.
She said a series of open houses will be held for residents, especially those in the high
impact area between 915t and 83rd Avenues, Northern to Camelback. She stated the
open houses will be held at Desert Mirage Elementary School at 6:30 p.m. on June 15,
June 21 and June 22. She encouraged citizens from throughout the city to attend the
meetings.
Councilmember Goulet announced the Grand Avenue underpass opening
ceremony is scheduled for July 6. He stated they are also getting ready to open the
regional park at 63`d Avenue and Northern.
Councilmember Lieberman noted June 14 is Flag Day and encouraged everyone
to fly their flags. He stated the American Legion will hold a flag raising ceremony at
8:30 a.m. and the City of Glendale will have a flag raising ceremony at Station 158 at
8:30 a.m. He said a representative from the Target Store at 43rd Avenue and Peoria
indicated during a meeting last Wednesday that they are finally going to demolish the
Service Merchandise and Target Store buildings in January and begin construction of
the new 120,000 square foot Target Greatland store in February. He stated the new
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store will open in October 2007. He said the city is hosting its summer concert series
on Thursdays at the city hall amphitheater.
Councilmember Martinez announced the Glendale Foothills Dog Park will close
temporarily while improvements are made, noting it will reopen July 19. He stated a
temporary park has been set up on the south side of the Foothills Library.
Councilmember Frate thanked the Scout Troup for attending. He thanked staff
for their hard work on issues related to the city's upcoming fiscal year. He wished all of
the fathers a "Happy Fathers Day". He noted the city is under a heat advisory, asking
residents to keep on eye on elderly neighbors. He urged everyone to watch children
around water.
Mayor Scruggs noted a change in command took place at Luke Air Force Base
today, from Brigadier General Robin Rand to Brigadier General Select Tom Jones. She
said Brigadier General Rand was a tremendous warrior in the effort to preserve the
mission of Luke Air Force Base and a tremendous friend to everyone in the valley. She
said they expect the same from Brigadier General Select Jones.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Pamela Hanna - City Clerk
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