HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 3/13/2007 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007, AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs, with Vice Mayor
Manuel D. Martinez, and the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark, Steven
E. Frate, David M. Goulet, Yvonne J. Knaack, and H. Philip Lieberman
Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City
Manager; Craig Tindall, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk
Mayor Scruggs welcomed Boy Scout Troop 98, Nathan Valentine, Brian Kaehler
and Scout Master John Valentine. The scouts are working on their communications
merit badge.
COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the four resolutions and two
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 FEBRUARY 27, 2007 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to dispense with the
reading of the minutes of the February 27, 2007 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
AIR FORCE WEEK
This is a request for the City Council to proclaim March 19 - 25, 2007 as Air
Force Week in Glendale. The United States Air Force is celebrating its 60th
anniversary, which commemorates 60 years of Air and Space Power in 2007.
Glendale annexed Luke Air Force Base in 1995 in an effort to better manage the
rapid population growth and development of what was once agricultural land near and
around the base. Air Force Week is an event that gives citizens the opportunity to see
and meet active duty officers and to listen to the amazing story of the Air Force. The
inaugural Air Force Week took place last year in St. Louis and, due to its success, the
Air Force Week program has expanded to six locations this year, including Glendale.
Air Force Week is March 19 - 25, culminating with the Luke Days Air Show on March
24th and 25th
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The recommendation was to present the proclamation to Colonel Orr,
proclaiming March 19 - 25, 2007 as Air Force Week in Glendale.
Mayor Scruggs presented the Air Force Week in Glendale proclamation to
Colonel Orr, Vice Commander at Luke Air Force Base.
Colonel Orr thanked the Mayor, Council and city leadership. He said he
appreciated this proclamation commemorating Air Force Week. He stated that the
United States Air Force was founded in 1947. Sixty years of Air Force history will be
recognized in this Air Force Week tribute. He said that they have become the greatest
military service in the history of civilization. He stated that they are very proud to
represent all Americans on the front lines of freedom. They will be showcasing the
many airmen and their capabilities, technologies and the extraordinary things they do
everyday.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 4 and Ms.
Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 5 through 8
by number and title.
1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1106 TOTAL WINE & MORE #1002
This is a request for the City Council to approve a person-to-person transfer and
a location transfer of this Series 6 (Bar — All Liquor) license for Total Wine & More
#1002, located at 17700 North 75th Avenue, #300. The Arizona State application
(number 06070275) was submitted by Nicholas Carl Guttilla.
The 60-day deadline for processing this application is March 11, 2007. The
location of the establishment will be 17700 North 75th Avenue, #300 and is within the
Sahuaro District, zoned PAD (planned area development). New construction will take
place at this location. This establishment location is over 300 feet from any school or
church. This business will be a new upscale retail outlet wine and beverage store. The
population density is 3,205 people per square mile. The approval of this license will
increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area by one. The number of liquor
licenses within a one-mile radius is 32 as listed below:
Series Type Quantity
3 Microbrewery 2
9 Liquor Store - All Liquor 1
10 Liquor Store - Beer & Wine 6
12 Restaurant - All Liquor 23
Total 32
No previous action has occurred.
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No protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
The City of Glendale Planning and Police Departments, as well as the Maricopa
County Health Department, have reviewed the application and determined that it meets
all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staff's recommendation to forward this
application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1107 KOI SUSHI BAR.GRILL
This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 12 (Restaurant —
All Liquor) license for Koi Sushi Bar.Grill, located at 4372 West Olive Avenue. The
Arizona State application (number 12076987) was submitted by Chimee Lena Ko.
The 60-day deadline for processing this application is March 26, 2007. The
location of the establishment is 4372 West Olive Avenue and is within the Cactus
District, zoned PAD (planned area development). This location was previously Mena's
Mexican Buffet LLC from August 2003 to December 2006. El Chilaquil LLC was in
business at this location from June 2002 to December 2002. There was no previous
liquor license at this location. The population density is 6,957 people per square mile.
The approval of this license will increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area
by one. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is 38 as listed below:
Series Type Quantity
6 Bar—All liquor 12
7 Bar— Beer & Wine 3
9 Liquor Store —All Liquor 8
10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 5
12 Restaurant— All Liquor 10
Total 38
No previous action has occurred.
No protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
The City of Glendale Planning and Police Departments, as well as the Maricopa
County Health Department, have reviewed the application and determined that it meets
all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staffs recommendation to forward this
application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
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3. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR HOSPICE OF THE VALLEY
This is a request by Carole S. Lindly for the City Council to approve a special
event liquor license for Hospice of the Valley. This application is for a fundraising
event. This event will be held at Arrowhead Country Club located at 19888 North 73`'
Avenue on Monday, April 2, 2007 from 3:00 to 10:00 p.m.
If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be one
of the allowed 10 days this year.
Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes Sec. 4-203.02, the Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license
only if the Council recommends approval of such license.
The recommendation was to forward a recommendation for approval to the
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for this special event liquor license
for Hospice of the Valley.
4 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CONTRACT FOR UTILITIES SECURITY
UPGRADES
This is a request for the City Council to approve the pre-construction services
contract with Barton Malow as the Construction Manager at Risk for the water system
security project.
One of the Council's strategic goals is high-quality service for citizens. This
contract will allow the city to continue to provide high-quality water to its citizens by
enhancing the security of the water production facilities.
Water is a key resource for the community and the city's Utilities Department is
responsible for providing and protecting water services to the citizens in a manner
consistent with federal and state regulations.
As part of these provided services, the Utilities Department completed an
assessment of the city's water system. The assessment analyzed each of the city's
water system facilities and provided recommendations. Following the assessment and
recommendations, the professional engineering firm CH2M Hill, Inc. was hired to
provide the security system design services and construction administration services for
the security system improvements.
The Utilities Department is now prepared to proceed with the pre-construction
services following the security design. Three submittals were received and reviewed.
Barton Malow was selected, as the best-qualified firm by a selection committee,
comprised of the Utilities and Engineering Departments' staff, an independent engineer,
and an independent contractor.
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On April 25, 2006, the Council approved the professional services agreement
with CH2M Hill, Inc. for the design and construction administration services for the
security system improvements to the city's water facilities.
The construction and implementation of the Utilities Security System will further
enhance the security of Glendale's water system.
The Engineering and Utilities Departments' staff developed a scope of work and
negotiated the fee for the pre-construction services in an amount not to exceed
$99,263. Funds for these services are available in the Fiscal Year 2006-07 Capital
Improvement Plan, Water System Security.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $99,263
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Water System Security, Account No. 2400-61023-550800
The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to enter into the pre-
construction services contract with Barton Malow as the Construction Manager at Risk
for the water system security project in an amount not to exceed $99,263.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
5. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE AND REFUNDING
BONDS FOR JOHN C. LINCOLN HEALTH NETWORK
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the Industrial
Development Authority (IDA) to issue and sell bonds in an amount not to exceed
$90,000,000 for the benefit of John C. Lincoln Health Network (Lincoln).
Under the provisions of A.R.S. § 35-832, the city is not liable or obligated for the
payment of the revenue bonds issued by the IDA.
Under the provisions of A.R.S. § 35-721.B., the proceedings of the IDA for its
issuance of bonds require the approval of the Council, acting as the governing body of
the IDA. The IDA is empowered to issue bonds and to finance "projects" as defined in
A.R.S. § 35-701 . A "project" may be within or outside the State of Arizona.
In 2005, the Council approved IDA revenue bonds to assist Lincoln in financing
new hospital facilities and to assist in refunding indebtedness previously incurred by
Lincoln.
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The IDA held an open board meeting on February 21, 2007 to consider and
approve the financing for the issuance of the bonds. Also the public hearing required
by the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA) was held on March 6,
2007.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution approving the proceedings of the Industrial Development Authority for the
issuance of its revenue and refunding bonds in an amount not to exceed $90,000,000
for the benefit of John C. Lincoln Health Network.
Resolution No. 4028 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, APPROVING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE BY THE
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
ARIZONA, OF NOT TO EXCEED $90,000,000 OF ITS HOSPITAL REVENUE AND
REFUNDING BONDS (JOHN C. LINCOLN HEALTH NETWORK), SERIES 2007.
6. AUTHORIZATION FOR LEASE FINANCING
This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the lease
financing of various sanitation equipment to include two (2) side loader refuse trucks,
one (1) front loader refuse truck, one (1) tractor; and fire equipment including one (1)
ladder tender, and fourteen (14) thermal imaging cameras. The resolution authorizes
the execution and delivery of the lease, and awards the lease to the best proposal from
a reasonable bidder. The lease proceeds will fund acquisition of equipment included in
the Council-adopted Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
It is the city's practice to finance the acquisition of certain assets with the use of
lease financing, to help address the council goal of financial stability. The use of lease
financing allows the City to maintain reserves at acceptable levels and financial
flexibility in future years. It also allows matching of revenues from sanitation operations
each year with the cost of providing service. Budget and Finance Department staff
evaluated several financing options including cash purchasing. It was determined that
lease financing was the most cost effective method to use.
Lease proposals were received on March 8, 2007. Finance Department staff
and the city's financial advisor, JNA Consulting Group, evaluated and verified the bids
received to assure their accuracy and benefit to the city. The Council can accept the
lowest, most responsive bid by adopting the lease resolution. The lease will be paid
from Sanitation fund revenues for their equipment, and from General fund for the fire
equipment.
Funds are available in the existing base budgets for Fire and Sanitation to cover
the annual debt service payments for the equipment purchased with this lease
financing.
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The recommendation was to waive reading beyond title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the issuance of lease financing in an amount not to exceed $1,400,000, and
declaring an emergency.
Resolution No. 4029 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 PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A LEASE AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$1,400,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO PAY ALL OR A
PORTION OF THE COSTS OF CERTAIN PROJECTS OF THE CITY AND TO PAY
ALL NECESSARY LEGAL, FINANCIAL, ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND
OTHER COSTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR THE AWARD OF
SAID LEASE; AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OTHER DOCUMENTS AND THE TAKING
OF CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF THE LEASE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
7. ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE GLENDALE ONBOARD
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
This is a request for the City Council to authorize the purchase of a portion of a
property at 43rd and Peoria Avenues to complete a Glendale Onboard (GO) intersection
improvement at a total cost of $2,460 for intersection improvement projects previously
identified in the GO Program as approved by voters in 2001. The city needs to obtain
right-of-way to construct related street improvements that include extending the bus bay
pullout and sidewalk.
One of the Council's goals is "A City with High Quality Services for Citizens".
Improving and providing transportation options within the city will assist in achieving this
goal.
The property to acquire for 43rd Avenue improvements is described below:
Southwest corner of 43rd and Peoria Avenues
Target Corporation, owners of property located at the southwest corner of 43rd
and Peoria Avenues, will sell approximately 164 square feet of property for
$2,460.
GO Program improvements are being made to streets, transit, and pedestrian
facilities. This project will provide an extended bus pullout and sidewalk.
The GO Program provides multiple opportunities for public input. In 2006, an
annual report was sent 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.
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Funds for right-of-way acquisition and improvements are budgeted as part of the
GO Transportation Program.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $2,460
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
43f° Ave Bethany Home to Peoria, Account No. 2210-65050-550400
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to
purchase the right-of-way for the Glendale Onboard (GO) Transportation Program in an
amount not to exceed $2,460.
Resolution No. 4030 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 ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 43RD AND PEORIA AVENUE FOR
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS BY THE GLENDALE ONBOARD
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM; AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF ANY
DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAID PURCHASE.
8. JOINT-USE AGREEMENT WITH THE PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
This is a request for the City Council to enter into a Joint-Use Agreement (JUA)
with the Peoria Unified School District to share the use of the Sahuaro Ranch Park
north parking lot and ball fields, and the use of Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School
meeting rooms and gymnasium, located at 10401 N. 631d Avenue, for city-sponsored
recreation programs.
This agreement furthers the Council's goals of one community with strong
neighborhoods and a city with high quality services for citizens. The JUA also supports
the Parks and Recreation Department's master plan goal of cooperating with other
public agencies and private entities as it relates to development, maintenance and
shared use of recreational facilities and services.
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School does not have facilities to efficiently provide
egress and ingress for parents when they are transporting their children to and from
school. By entering into this JUA the school will have shared use of the Sahuaro Ranch
Park parking lot and ball fields that are owned and maintained by the city. In return, the
city will have use of the Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School gymnasium, classrooms,
open outdoor play areas and stage at no charge during school and non-school hours
for activities, such as after-school and special interest programs, sports, and cultural
arts. The city and district agree to indemnify each other.
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The JUA creates egress and ingress for students being transported to school
and provides the city use of the school facilities at no charge for additional
programming opportunities for citizens.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Joint-Use Agreement with the
Peoria Unified School District.
Resolution No. 4031 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
JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR
THE USE OF SAHUARO RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND SAHUARO RANCH
REGIONAL PARK.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel resident, stated that he had concerns regarding
Resolution No. 4028. He said that he was not clear if the $90 million in bonds sales for
John C. Lincoln would benefit the citizens of Glendale. He said that it seems like a
good idea; however, he is worried should there be a decline in the market economy.
He asked if any of this money goes back into the City of Glendale's financial system.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Frate, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 8, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4028 New Series, Resolution No. 4029
New Series, Resolution No. 4030 New Series, and Resolution No. 4031 New
Series; and to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1106 for Total Wine &
More #1002, Liquor License Application No. 3-1107 for Koi Sushi Bar.Grill; and
Special Event Liquor License Application for Hospice of the Valley for a
fundraising event to be held on April 2, 2007 at the Arrowhead Country Club
located at 19888 North 73rd Avenue, to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The motion carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCES
9. UTILITIES ORDINANCE REVISIONS
Mr. Roger Bailey, P.E., Utilities Director, presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance approving proposed
code revisions to Chapter 33, Article III, Division 1, Sec. 33-101 and Sec. 33-233 of the
Glendale City Code.
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In order to ensure that the city remains in compliance with the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) as to what is discharged into the wastewater system, the
ordinance needs to be updated and its language clarified. Also, under the Sub-
Regional Operating Group (SROG) inter-jurisdictional agreements, the city must amend
its City Code on, or after, January 1 , 2007 to reflect the above-described changes and
other wording changes found in Section 33-233.
In June of 2005, the Pretreatment Streamlining Rule was finalized by the EPA
and published on October 14, 2005 in the Code of Federal Register. This rule allows
for changes to the definition of the term "significant noncompliance" (SNC). The SROG
Technical Advisors recommended changing the definition of SNC as outlined in the
attached proposed ordinance. The Streamlining Rule also allows certain industries to
be regulated with best management practices, as determined by the National
Pretreatment Industry Standards and implemented by the city's Pretreatment Program,
instead of numeric limitations. This ordinance will also include violation of best
management practices as criteria within the definition of SNC. In addition, the
ordinance will include the term "instantaneous limitations", which is important because
the city's local discharge limitations are instantaneous limitations.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance amending Chapter 33, Article III, Division 1 , Sec. 33-101 and Sec. 33-233 of
the Glendale City Code.
Councilmember Clark inquired about meaning of the term "significant
noncompliance" before and after the change request. Mr. Bailey stated that the
revision allows them to accept best management practices that would be accepted as
part of the industry standard. Councilmember Clark inquired if this change makes the
definition more stringent or lax. Mr. Bailey explained that this would only give them a bit
more flexibility when dealing with customers.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel resident, addressed the issue of the acquisition of
the right of way at 43rd and Peoria Avenues. He stated that he approves of this
ordinance. He added that anything that encourages more people to take the bus
instead of driving really helps the traffic. He also asked for further information on Item
No. 9. He would like to know which industries would be affected by this change. He
explained that he wanted to make sure that the drinking water is safe and all safety
standards are being met.
Ordinance No. 2556 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 33, ARTICLE
III RELATING TO SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL BY AMENDING THE
DEFINITION FOR "SIGNIFICANT NONCOMPLIANCE" CONTAINED IN SEC. 33-101
AND AMENDING SEC. 33-233 RELATING TO SPECIAL DISCHARGES WITH
RESPECT TO SIGNIFICANT INDUSTRIAL USERS.
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It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to approve Ordinance
No. 2556 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Martinez, Frate, Knaack,
and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
10. SALT RIVER PROJECT EASEMENTS
Mr. Greg Rodzenko, Assistant City Engineer, presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance granting the following
underground power distribution easements in favor of Salt River Project (SRP); (1)
southwest corner of 43rd and Olive Avenues; (2) south side of Northern at 43`d Avenue;
(3) south side of Bethany Home Road at 43rd Avenue; and (4) northeast corner of 83rd
Avenue and Bethany Home Road.
Glendale Onboard (GO) Program has begun GO-6 intersection improvements
along 43rd Avenue between Bethany Home Road and Peoria Avenue, which began
construction in February OF 2007. The city requested SRP to underground electrical
service at the intersections along 43rd Avenue at Bethany Home Road, Northern
Avenue, and Olive Avenue. SRP agreed to accommodate this request and is
requesting an underground power distribution easement for the installation and
protection of its facilities.
Western Area Regional Park, Phase 2 is currently under construction and the
city has requested SRP provide electrical service to the new facilities at the northeast
corner of 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road. SRP agreed to accommodate this
request and is requesting an underground power distribution easement for the
installation and protection of its facilities.
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute underground power distribution
easements in favor of Salt River Project; (1) southwest corner of 43rd and Olive
avenues; (2) south side of Northern at 43rd Avenue; (3) south side of Bethany Home
Road at 43rd Avenue; and (4) northeast corner of 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home
Road.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel resident, expressed concern with regard to the
disruption of traffic while executing this project. He added that he trusts the Council
and workers to do their best.
Ordinance No. 2557 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE
FOLLOWING UNDERGROUND POWER DISTRIBUTION EASEMENTS IN FAVOR
OF SALT RIVER PROJECT: (1) SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 43RD AND OLIVE
AVENUES; (2) SOUTH SIDE OF NORTHERN AT 43RD AVENUES; (3) SOUTH SIDE
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OF BETHANY HOME ROAD AT 43RD AVENUE; AND (4) NORTHEAST CORNER OF
83RD AVENUE AND BETHANY HOME ROAD; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED
COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED.
It was moved by Knaack, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance No.
2557 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Martinez, Frate, Knaack,
and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to hold City Council
Budget Workshops from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 :30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday,
March 20, 2007 and from 1:30 to 5:00 pm on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 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
Mr. Vincent Daniel, a Yucca resident, stated his concerns on the noise level
being created because of a third lane being added between 91St Avenue and 67th
Avenue near Glendale Avenue. He said that his retaining wall had a setback of 15 feet
and does not reduce sound levels. He stated that he needed information on how to
pursue action on getting the wall elevated or possibly having the road paved with the
new soundproof asphalt. Mayor Scruggs asked Mr. Beasley to have staff contact Mr.
Daniel.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel resident, thanked the City of Glendale's law
enforcement agency. He said that he feels safe in the city and thanked the officers for
putting their lives on the line everyday for the citizens of Glendale. He said he had
concerns of what had been occurring in Washington, DC. He does not want any
Glendale officer being put in the middle of any governmental issues and have them
spying for the FBI. He was also concerned with the rights of citizens being violated. He
stated that he was concerned with the lack of parks on Olive and Northern and 67th and
59th Avenue, which are not open to the public. He said he has seen children playing on
the asphalt and would like them to be using a park instead. He said that there was a
park located on Northern and 63rd Avenue; however it was hard to get to because there
wasn't a sidewalk on the park side of Northern Avenue. He would like staff to look into
possibly providing a sidewalk to the park. He talked about the traffic and accidents that
occur daily in the city. He believes it is time to install red light cameras on the streets of
Glendale.
Mr. Dan Hileman, a Sahuaro resident, stated that he had two concerns this
evening. He said that he was very concerned with our state's protection, the Arizona
National Guard, and it being sent to other counties. He would like the Council to
intercede and notify the Governor that we need protection here in Arizona should a
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catastrophe happen. He would also like to thank Brent Stoddard for his work in the
legislative link program for the neighborhoods. He said that he had done an excellent
job for the citizens and in also representing the City of Glendale.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Goulet stated that he was excited to announce that today was
the first day of construction on the downtown-parking garage. He said it would take
about eight months to complete. He noted the benefits of added parking as well as the
additional commercial retail space that was part of this project. He asked the citizens to
be patient and careful around the construction.
Councilmember Lieberman reminded everyone that this weekend the Classic
Carriage Show and Auction would be held on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. He encourages everyone to attend.
He said that the following weekend would be Luke Air Force Base Days. He stated that
the Thunderbirds would be there as well as other stunt planes. Everyone is guaranteed
to have a great time. He also mentioned the Rod Steward Concert being held in the
Glendale arena, which was two weeks away.
Councilmember Frate said that in next week's water bill there would be
information on the Glendale Connection, which enables citizens to be able to pay their
water bill on line. He also encouraged families to attend the Glendale Family Bike Ride
on April 22, 2007. He thanked Colonel Orr for his dedication to his country. He said
that after listening to Colonel Orr's commitment to his country, it really made you proud
to be an American. He informed everyone that there had been a near drowning in
Glendale. He reiterated the importance of everyone watching children around water.
Councilmember Knaack thanked the citizens of the Barrel district for coming to
her first district town meeting. She also thanked staff for their continued support and
stated that the meeting was very successful.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Pamela Hanna - City Clerk
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