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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 5/16/2006 *PLEASE NOTE: Since the Glendale City Council does not take formal action at the Workshops, Workshop minutes are not approved by the City Council. MINUTES CITY OF GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MAY 16, 2006 1:30 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs and Councilmembers Joyce V. Clark, Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet, H. Phillip Lieberman, and Manuel D. Martinez ABSENT: Vice Mayor Thomas R. Eggleston ALSO PRESENT: Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City Manager; Craig Tindall, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk 1. ANNEXATION REQUESTS CITY STAFF PRESENTING THIS ITEM: Ron Short, Deputy Director for Long Range Planning and Kate Langford, Senior Planner This is a request for direction from the City Council concerning two annexation requests received by the Planning Department. The two requests are: • AN-161 — 17504 West Northern Avenue • AN-163 — 8707 and 8709 West Northern Avenue Glendale 2025, the city's General Plan, includes specific goals addressing the need for growth management. Annexation is a tool that can be used by the city to direct and manage growth. The Council adopted Glendale's first Annexation Policy on December 16, 2003 and amended the Policy on July 12, 2005. The Policy includes a step that incorporates presentation of annexation requests to Council at a workshop after an analysis of the request has been completed by staff. Background for each of the annexation requests is provided below. 1 AN-161: 17504 WEST NORTHERN AVENUE The owners of 445 acres have submitted a request for annexation of the property generally bounded by Olive Avenue on the north, Cotton Lane on the east, Northern Avenue on the south, and Citrus Road on the west. This site is the first location west of the Loop 303 Corridor to request annexation into Glendale. The property owners are interested in developing a residential community with open space and recreation features on the entire 445 acres. Glendale's General Plan currently shows this area as Low Density Residential (0-1 dwelling units per acre). The annexation area is currently being farmed. Maricopa County zoning for this area is R-43 (Rural-43, one acre minimum lot size). State law requires that an annexing jurisdiction apply the most comparable city- zoning district to a newly annexed property compared to the existing county zoning. The most comparable Glendale zoning district is A-1 (Agriculture). The annexation analysis of this site indicates that there are no immediate impacts to the city. When the parcel is developed, development impact fees would be collected. The development of this site will require the city to provide police, fire and emergency response, as well as sanitation services. Since the parcel is currently undeveloped, the city has the opportunity to plan for the future emergency response and sanitation needs. If annexed, the development of the site will be processed through the city and all development standards and policies of the city must be met. AN-163: 8707 AND 8709 WEST NORTHERN AVENUE The parcels included in this annexation request are located at the southeast corner of 87th and Northern Avenues and the total acreage included is 11.3 acres. All parcels are under common ownership. The applicant is a residential homebuilder interested in developing a single- family residential development. Glendale's General Plan currently shows this area as Low Density Residential (1-2.5 dwelling units per acre). The annexation area currently houses a roping arena activity and a residence. Maricopa County Zoning for this location is R-43 (Rural-43, one acre minimum lot size). 2 State law requires that an annexing jurisdiction apply the most comparable city- zoning district to a newly annexed property compared to the existing county zoning. The most comparable Glendale zoning district is A-1 (Agriculture). The annexation analysis of this site indicates that there are no immediate impacts to the city. When the parcel is developed, development impact fees would be collected. The development of this site will require the city to provide police, fire and emergency response, as well as sanitation services. Should the Council direct staff to proceed with the annexation, the next step in the process is to record the blank annexation petitions and schedule public hearings for each application as required by Statute. Woolf Crossing is located east of Loop 303. It is anticipated that annexation and entitlements for Woolf Crossing will be completed in 2006 and that development will begin in 2007. The annexation of these areas would require that any future development meet the Glendale General Plan requirements, as well as all other development standards for the city. AN-161: 17504 WEST NORTHERN AVENUE This is the first location west of the Loop 303 Corridor to request annexation and will aid in balancing Glendale developments on both the east and west sides of Loop 303. AN-163: 8707 AND 8709 WEST NORTHERN AVENUE If annexed, this site would be eligible to connect to Glendale water and sewer service. Development impact fees would be collected when development occurs. This site would add to Glendale's housing stock. Staff is seeking direction from the Council to continue with the annexation process for these two requests in accordance with the procedure prescribed in the state statutes. Councilmember Martinez asked if AN-163 has one owner. Ms. Langford responded yes. Councilmember Martinez asked about the owners of AN-161. Ms. Langford said a development group owns the property and intends to develop the property as well. 3 Councilmember Goulet asked if staff has discussed with the Police, Fire and Sanitation Departments the need to provide services to the subject areas. Ms. Langford answered yes, noting they have had discussions with the developer about establishing a fire station somewhere on the 445-acre site. Councilmember Lieberman asked if AN-163 would have limited access off Northern Avenue Parkway as the parkway is now being presented. Ms. Langford said there would be right-in/right-out access only once the parkway is developed. Councilmember Lieberman asked what would be required to put a cut in the median. Jamsheed Mehta, Transportation Director, said Northern Parkway is funded as a Consortium, including funding from Glendale and Peoria as well as regional funds. He said the concept of the parkway calls for limited access with such access provided at specific turnaround points. He noted the subject area of Northern Parkway is scheduled during the third phase, which will not occur until after 2015. Councilmember Lieberman asked what point are they at in the design process. Mr. Mehta said less than 30 percent. Councilmember Lieberman asked if the city has purchased any right-of-way in that area yet. Mr. Mehta responded no, stating they are working with developers to acquire the necessary properties. Councilmember Lieberman asked if the city would lose any funding if they add an opening to the median. Mr. Mehta said, while funding would not necessarily be jeopardized, doing so would change the concept of the parkway. Councilmember Lieberman said it would not be difficult at 20 percent plans to add a cut to the median if one is deemed warranted. He questioned whether the property owner would be denied access rights if a median cut were not installed. Mr. Mehta said, while right-in/right-out access may not be as convenient as a median cut, they would not be denying the property owner any access rights. He pointed out other opportunities for access may arise as they go through the planning process with other properties. Councilmember Lieberman asked if right turns would be the only movements allowed on Northern Parkway between 83rd and 91st Avenues. Mr. Mehta stated 89th Avenue would provide an opportunity to turn into Rovey Farms from the west. Councilmember Lieberman asked if a u-turn would be allowed at 89th Avenue. He also asked if there is any talk about accelerating construction of the parkway. Mr. Mehta pointed out the first phase of development, which will begin at the Loop 303, is anticipated at this point to begin in 2009. Councilmember Lieberman asked who owns AN-163. Ms. Langford said the property is owned by Mr. and Mrs. McFae. Mayor Scruggs asked if the parties who own and wish to develop the properties understand how Northern Parkway is conceived to be developed. Ms. Langford responded yes. Mayor Scruggs commented Northern Parkway is Glendale's last opportunity for an expressway that provides for east/west traffic and it will be placed at risk if they allow too many median cuts or signals. She noted Senator Blendeu is working hard to have a portion of the surplus set aside to advance transportation projects, but they will be looking only at freeway projects. She pointed out the Loop 101 from 51st to 75th Avenue operates in the same way. 4 Councilmember Clark noted she met with the developers for AN-163 who indicated they are aware and willing to accommodate the limited access. She stated AN-161 is more troublesome. Councilmember Clark said she is more concerned by AN-161 than she is by AN-163. Councilmember Martinez said the rooftops do not bother him because he thinks development will come. He stated, however, the city will have to consider future requests for annexation very carefully to ensure an adequate economic base. Mayor Scruggs asked when development of the residential product would begin. Ms. Langford said development along the Loop 303 corridor, either between Sarival and Cotton or west of Cotton Lane, is dependent upon when sewer is available. She stated a consortium of private property owners is funding the first sewer main, which she estimates will take 18 to 24 months. She stated, while they may see development begin before the sewer line is completed, there will be no occupancy of any buildings until sewer service is available. Mayor Scruggs said Councilmember Clark raised valid points and she is trying to balance those concerns with the Council's statement 15 months ago that it was open to annexation. She stated she supports going forward at this time, recognizing there will be a lead-time while sewer service is put into place. Councilmember Clark said, while she is not opposed to new development in their annexable area, she is concerned about providing the required services. She stated commercial development was their primary concern when discussing annexation by the Loop 303, but they are now sending mixed signals. She stated development fees may pay for a fire station or police substation, but they will not cover the ongoing costs associated with those operations. Councilmember Lieberman said he is in favor of the proposed annexation. He said he attended a meeting in November where the most often asked question was whether or not the city would be able to provide fire and police services. He stated the city assured residents at that time that it would be there with city services. Councilmember Frate said annexation will be considered on a case-by-case basis and he believes it is a good thing when the opportunity arises to bring such a large property into the city and develop it under the city's development standards. Councilmember Goulet commented timing is everything, stating he supports the annexation. He said, however, he questions whether phasing of the development could occur in such a way that this particular residential project and commercial development arrive at the same time. He pointed out certain economic development projects in the city will spur huge returns for the city. He said a commercial developer who is interested in aligning their business along the Loop 303 would be encouraged to do so by the presence of the residential development. 5 Mayor Scruggs voiced Council's direction to proceed with both annexations with the concerns noted and the understanding that the Northern Parkway will continue to be as it has been planned. 2. MEGA EVENTS PLANNING UPDATE CITY STAFF PRESENTING THIS ITEM: Cathy Gorham, City Manager Relations Director; Steven Conrad, Police Chief; Mark Burdick, Fire Chief; Jon Paladini, Deputy City Attorney, During the October 18, 2005 workshop, the City Council requested that staff return in May of 2006 to begin providing the first of several bimonthly workshop updates regarding the city's preparations for the upcoming mega events, including the August 2006 opening of Cardinals Stadium, the January 2007 Fiesta Bowl and Bowl Championship Series (BCS) games, the January 2008 Fiesta Bowl and the February 2008 Super Bowl. The Council will be presented with an update on key objectives achieved related to the mega events strategic plan presented last October, including an overview of public safety partnerships and intergovernmental agreements related to stadium events. The Council will also be asked to provide direction on a draft Special Events Ordinance that includes provisions to simplify and consolidate different sections of the code for ease of permitting and understanding by the customer or client wanting to hold a special event in Glendale The mega events strategic plan includes key objectives focused on maintaining the provision of quality services for citizens, quality economic development, and strong neighborhoods. In June of 2005, the City Manager's Office created a citywide mega events planning team with representatives from all departments, and an executive committee to move recommendations forward to management and the Council. Team members were asked to develop work plans that identified capital projects needed to be completed prior to the events, associated costs and whether they were already funded. Departments were also asked to identify service delivery goals and responsibilities related to the mega events and any outstanding critical issues. A draft mega events strategic plan was developed and presented to the Council on October 18, 2005. Staff continues to research issues faced by other municipalities across the country that have hosted mega events and/or large mass gatherings. City representatives were sent to Detroit on two occasions and Jacksonville officials came to Glendale to provide an after-action report on the their hosting of the 2005 Super Bowl. Staff met with 6 counterparts in Tempe regarding planning activities for the 2006 Fiesta Bowl, and also attended College Football's Biggest Party on game day, associated VIP events, and the game. Staff also attended the Rose Bowl for the 2005 college championship game to witness traffic management, off-site parking issues, shuttle services, marketing and media opportunities. In January of 2006, Glendale hosted a public safety information-sharing meeting in which 22-law enforcement, fire, emergency management, homeland security and health services agencies from across the Valley were represented. The discussions focused around emergency planning and response for previous national events held in the Valley, including the 1996 Super Bowl, the World Series, the presidential debates, and others. Inter-agency relationships, credentialing, communications, resource needs and common policies of enforcement were some of the topics discussed. Over the last several months, city staff has been working with its external partners on finalizing public safety agreements for stadium events, as well as finalizing the plans and arrangements for a series of events scheduled around the opening of Cardinals Stadium in August. A cross-departmental team, charged with reviewing all city codes that have some relationship to special events, worked with the City Attorney's Office on development of a revised Special Events Ordinance. The draft ordinance was presented to the Ad-Hoc Event Advisory Committee on April 17, 2006, and they recommended bringing it forward for Council review and direction. The mega events strategic plan was presented to the Council at its October 18, 2005 workshop. The Council considered proposed mega events budget supplementals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2006-07 at its March 21 and April 11, 2006 budget workshops. The Council's vision for the western area of Glendale has been one of capitalizing on opportunities to fuel economic growth and to create a "destination" unlike any other in the state. The developing sports and family entertainment district will result in revenues to the city that will help sustain its ability to deliver quality public services to existing and future residents and businesses. By securing these events, additional new private investment in western Glendale is on the increase and land prices have appreciated significantly. Through comprehensive planning and the completion of critical infrastructure, Glendale residents will benefit from the city's efforts to provide a safe, accessible and livable experience during these mass gatherings. The focus of the city's planning efforts related to these events is to work to ensure the best possible visitor experience for event guests from throughout the world, while maintaining the delivery of quality public services to our own residents, businesses and community as a whole. 7 The Council appointed a 13-member Ad-Hoc Event Advisory Committee, with representation from throughout the city and the high impact areas identified in October of 2005. The committee meets the third Monday of each month to discuss and provide input and feedback on the city's mega events planning efforts. Approximately 300 citizens attended the Glendale's Got Game Community Open House on March 25, 2006 at the Civic Center to learn more about the upcoming events and the roles of the city's partners, including the Arizona Cardinals, the Fiesta Bowl, AZSTA, Global Spectrum, and the Arizona Super Bowl XLII Host Committee. Presentations related to the cities mega events planning efforts have been made to the Citizens Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods and to attendees at Cholla, Yucca and Cactus District meetings in the last three months. Staff has met with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss business opportunities and potential roundtable meetings in the fall. A Glendale's Got Game website has been created to provide updated planning information, as well as to address comments, questions and concerns from the public regarding the upcoming events. The Fiscal Year 2005-06 budget included $85,000 for mega events planning, research and partial sponsorship of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee's media booth in Detroit. The Council, over the last two fiscal years, set aside $6 million to pay for costs associated with the national events. This year (Fiscal Year 2005-06), $887,900 has been expended from National Event Fund to pay for development of a comprehensive transportation plan and marketing opportunities related to the 2005 Fiesta Bowl. In March of 2006, the Council gave tentative approval to national event budget supplementals in the amount of $3,140,407. Additionally, tentative approval was given to granting an additional $1 million in appropriation authority for unanticipated expenses related to public health, safety and welfare; overtime costs related to last minute inspections, permitting, and preparation and cleanup of facilities not previously defined in agreements and operational plans of the city or its external partners; and last minute special events that may require additional marketing and outreach. Council requested bimonthly updates on the mega events planning efforts beginning in May of 2006. Based on some of the key objectives related to the timing of the upcoming events, including neighborhood and business outreach and communication, staff is also seeking Council direction on the draft Special Events Ordinance and bringing forward to an evening meeting the public safety intergovernmental agreements. 8 Ms. Gorham began her presentation by saying she would highlight key objectives accomplished related to the mega events goals presented to Council in October 2005. The goals focused on economic development; public safety; beautification; community engagement and outreach; review of City Code issues that may need to be modified for public health, safety and welfare as well as timely customer service and permitting processes; and transportation, traffic and pedestrian flow. She commented on the importance of meeting the expectations of those people who will be coming to the city for the mega events while ensuring the city is able to continue to provide services at the level its residents have come to expect. In relationship to economic development and construction priorities, Ms. Gorham spoke about ongoing development projects in the area of the stadium and arena, particularly the Emergency Operations Center, the Media Center, and the Conference Center and Parking Garage, stating they are key to the city's efforts. She said there are a number of different audiences linked to the city's planning efforts; its residents and business community as well as the people who will come to the area for family, sporting and concert events. In relationship to beautification, she said Council approved $1.2 million for beautification projects throughout the city and staff is currently identifying high impact areas and assessing landscape improvements. She stated Police, Fire and Homeland Security have been working together on public safety objectives. They have done an assessment of video technology needs and are well underway in their detailed operational plans for public safety. She said a public safety information-sharing meeting was held in January, wherein 22 different federal, state and local agencies discussed the handling of mega event related activities. She stated the city's ad-hoc Event Advisory Committee was appointed in February and has since held three meetings as part of the community outreach effort related to mega events planning. She said the city also held its "Glendale's Got Game" community open house on March 25th wherein external partners emphasized their commitment to Glendale. She stated the city established a new website, www.Glendalesgotgame.com which will include frequently asked questions. She said the city would also establish a hotline. She reported six district meetings have been held since February wherein she gave a broad overview of the issue and she has met with the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development staff to discuss the potential for business workshops and roundtables. She said the Fiesta Bowl and Super Bowl Host Committee are ready to come out in the fall to discuss how they conduct business and how Glendale's community can become involved. Ms. Gorham stated she has been working with the Mayor and City Manager to engage the business community and the community leaders to whom they have spoken are interested in moving forward with a new business volunteer-led organization. She stated the city would join with the Fiesta Bowl on a fall volunteer fair. The city's Marketing Department has developed a DVD and a 30 second advertisement to 9 promote Glendale's amenities to capture and increase tourism and economic development. She said the information they are distributing not only speaks about its Sports, Family and Entertainment District, but about downtown Glendale, the Bell Road Corridor and its shopping areas. She stated, as a host city, Glendale had a commitment to partner on the media booth at the Super Bowl and it was quite successful. She stated staff is looking forward to an expanded Glitter and Glow event on the Saturday prior to the BCS game in January. She stated the Planning Department has improved the services it offers, not only for the mega events, but for the business community and homeowners as well. She said they would continue to look at the City Code from a holistic standpoint to ensure protections for the neighborhoods and business community are in place. She stated there are actually 10 different jurisdictions/agencies that have some role in the movement of traffic in and around the venue, noting each of those jurisdictions have representatives serving on the Transportation Technical Advisory Committee working with Kaku and Associates. Chief Conrad said they have been working hard to put together their plans to deal with all of the events at the stadium. He stated they recognized early on that they would need help to meet the needs of the events at the stadium while ensuring adequate staffing in the neighborhoods to handle calls for service. He said, to that end, they formed the West Valley Coalition, a partnership involving 12 police departments wherein Glendale will assume the lead role. He explained the other departments have agreed to allow their personnel to work with Glendale during the events as temporary at-will employees to assist with traffic control and protection and security at the stadium. He said they have worked through IGA's with the various departments from Buckeye, El Mirage, Goodyear, Peoria, Surprise, Tolleson, Wickenburg, Youngtown, the Department of Public Safety, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and the City of Phoenix. Mayor Scruggs asked if they have an agreement with Avondale as well. Chief Conrad responded no. Mayor Scruggs asked if they are in discussions with Avondale. Chief Conrad answered no. Mayor Scruggs pointed out Avondale will feel a lot of the effects of what takes place. Chief Conrad agreed. Councilmember Clark asked if by hiring at-will employees to staff the various events, the city's sworn officers would be left available to perform their regular policing duties. Chief Conrad responded yes. Councilmember Martinez asked if he alluded to that fact during budget discussions. Chief Conrad answered yes. Councilmember Frate pointed out the Super Bowl and Fiesta Bowl are regional events, stating it is not uncommon to see representatives from multiple local, state and federal jurisdictions at such events. He stated Glendale has sent it's Police and Fire Department personnel to assist in such programs elsewhere and can expect the events to run smoothly when they come to Glendale. Chief Conrad stated they have done a great deal of research. 10 Chief Conrad clarified Avondale is on the list of jurisdictions involved. He apologized for his earlier misstatement. Mayor Scruggs said she was surprised that Avondale was not on the list since they have been good partners in so many other things. Councilmember Lieberman noted Glendale loaned a number of officers to Tempe when it hosted the Super Bowl in 1996. Chief Burdick said they are pleased to be finalizing their agreement, noting they were able to negotiate with Southwest Ambulance for a 50/50 staffing ratio for inside stadium coverage. He said the Fire Department would also provide inspection services. He explained automatic aid, which involves 23 different communities, would come into play in terms of the events that take place surrounding the stadium. Councilmember Clark said Fire, which is sometimes overlooked, is just as critical as Police, pointing out there are numerous reasons they need to have medical personnel on site. In terms of the 50/50 agreement with Southwest Ambulance, she asked if the 50 percent that Glendale provides will be comprised of off-duty fire personnel and if the stations will be manned at the level they are usually. Chief Burdick said the city would provide off-duty personnel on an overtime basis. He assured the Council that their staff levels would be maintained at their usual levels. Mr. Paladini said the city's current City Code has two Special Events related sections, one for parks and one for streets and sidewalks. He stated the proposed Special Event Ordinance would consolidate special events into one chapter of the City Code. He explained there are some constitutional concerns with the current City Code in terms of its enforceability when it comes to special event permitting. He said the draft Special Event Ordinance creates two sizes of events, Special Events that range from 200 to 499 attendees and Large Special Events that involve 500 or more attendees. He pointed out other events will continue to require an event permit, irrespective of the number of attendees. He stated the ordinance is quite detailed with regard to Large Special Events, setting forth the number of police officers and fire fighters required and insurance and bond requirements. Councilmember Clark asked if the proposed ordinance will have any impact on what the Veterans Parade has to do or pay. Mr. Paladini was unable to say. Ms. Frisoni explained the Veteran's Day Parade does not pay a fee at this time. Mr. Paladini stated they would now have to pay an application fee, which will be about $100. Mayor Scruggs pointed out the Veteran's Day Parade may fit under one of the exceptions. Mr. Paladini agreed, noting any event wherein the city is a co-sponsor would be an exception to the rules. 11 Councilmember Clark clarified her concern is that the ordinance will impact existing events. Mr. Paladini said it likely would. Councilmember Clark asked how the exception events are defined. Mr. Paladini clarified the Special Events Ordinance only applies to public property. Councilmember Clark expressed her opinion the language is unclear. Councilmember Clark asked what the cost of a special event permit application would be. Mr. Paladini said events with fewer than 200 persons would be handled through the Parks Department Reservation System, while events with 200 to 500 people will qualify as a special event and those with more than 500 attendees will be considered large special events. Councilmember Clark asked how the ordinance would apply to large Super Bowl parties held at private residences. Mr. Paladini said it would not apply unless the party spills out onto the public street. Councilmember Clark asked what kind of insurance would be required and at what point is insurance required for an event with fewer than 200 people. Mr. Paladini said the regulations for events handled through the Parks Department reservation system would not change to a great degree. Councilmember Clark asked if Desert Mirage will be required to obtain insurance, sign an indemnity agreement and adhere to all of the other requirements for a large special event when it holds its annual spring event, which attracts between 500 and 900 people. Mr. Paladini responded yes. Councilmember Clark asked how they determine that a proposed use or activity is inconsistent with the facility or would present an unreasonable danger. She expressed her opinion the ordinance should set forth the parameters of events the city considers to be inconsistent or presents an unreasonable danger. Mr. Paladini questioned whether they could give enough examples to cover all of the different possibilities. Councilmember Clark said the list would not have to be all-inclusive, simply giving residents examples of activities or events it does not feel are appropriate. She asked where the waiver procedures for first amendment activities are identified. Mr. Paladini said they are identified in the ordinance. Councilmember Clark said, while she understands the intent of the ordinance and recognizes the need for its existence; she has concerns about existing events that will now incur additional costs. Mr. Paladini noted the language of the ordinance was crafted from ordinances in other cities. He said the idea is to provide the city with some level of discretion in terms of the events held at the various public facilities. Councilmember Clark expressed concern that the parameters are defined so broadly that the issues become subjective, giving rise to allegations of unfair treatment. Councilmember Lieberman noted one of his neighborhoods has about 250 people attend its G.A.I.N. event, asking if that event is sponsored in whole or in part by the city. Mr. Paladini responded yes. He clarified the exemption is not intended to benefit the city, explaining city sponsored events are typically subject to even more stringent rules. Councilmember Lieberman expressed his opinion the ordinance is necessary. 12 Councilmember Frate commented the rules cannot be black and white, stating the city is trying to cover any loopholes that might exist. Mr. Paladini stated the best way to ensure equality is to consider events based on their size and the type of event. He pointed out an applicant who makes a clearly unacceptable proposal will be denied prior to incurring any substantial costs be charged the application fee. Councilmember Frate asked if the ordinance would address street vendors. Mr. Paladini responded no, stating that will be addressed through an upcoming Limited Duration Ordinance. Mayor Scruggs stated the proposed ordinance would not, for instance, apply to an event at the D.A.V. Hall, regardless of the number of attendees or the type of event. Mr. Paladini agreed. Councilmember Martinez asked what does "material falsehood" mean. Mr. Paladini explained a material falsehood relates to an applicant who lies on the application. Mayor Scruggs directed staff to bring the 45-page ordinance to a Council meeting, with adequate time prior to the meeting for Council members to review the ordinance in its entirety. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m. 13