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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 8/14/2007 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, HELD TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 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. COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the five resolutions and five 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 JUNE 26, 2007 CITY COUNCIL MEETING It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the June 26, 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 AND AWARDS DROWNING IMPACT AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION This is a request for the City Council to proclaim the month of August 2007, as Drowning Impact Awareness Month on behalf of the Water Watchers at Phoenix Children's Hospital. Anna Thompson, Aquatics Training Coordinator; Jennifer Robinson, Water Safety Instructor; Arthur Morales, Water Safety Instructor; and Chase Rumble, Water Safety Instructor with the Glendale Parks and Recreation Aquatics Division will be present to accept the proclamation. Drowning Impact Awareness Month and Water Safety Day are part of the drowning prevention community outreach program at Phoenix Children's Hospital. Together, the Glendale Fire Department, the Glendale Parks and Recreation Department and Phoenix Children's Hospital provide water safety awareness, CPR classes and swim lesson classes. 1 Drowning Impact Awareness month will raise awareness that the number and impact of child drownings in Arizona affects everyone and that these incidents in Arizona take lives equivalent to a classroom of children each year. Raising awareness will increase understanding and education of effective ways to prevent drowning. The recommendation was to present the Proclamation to the Glendale Parks and Recreation Aquatics Program. Mayor Scruggs presented the Drowning Impact Awareness Month proclamation to the following Glendale Parks and Recreation Aquatics Division employees: Anna Thompson, Aquatics Training Coordinator; Jennifer Robinson, Water Safety Instructor; Arthur Morales, Water Safety Instructor; Chase Rumble, Water Safety Instructor; Chris Gallagher, Recreation Manager; and Zach Skinner, Senior Recreation Coordinator. Mr. Chris Gallagher, Recreation Manager, thanked the City Council for the Proclamation. He said that August shouldn't be the only month with drowning awareness, people should be aware of it everyday. He discussed the many ways the Glendale Parks and Recreation Aquatics Programs are informing the public to stay safe around water. HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH PROCLAMATION This is a request for the City Council to recognize September 15th to October 15th as National Hispanic Heritage Month. Theresa M. Leon will be present to accept the Proclamation. By Presidential proclamation since 1989, September 15th to October 15th is recognized as National Hispanic Month. It is established that the Hispanic community was of great importance in Glendale's early development and cultural diversity, from the first Hispanics who came in the early 1890's to their labor in the construction of the Arizona Canal, and whose descendents continue to contribute to the community's quality of life. Members of the Hispanic community are united by the proud heritage that they share and the significant contributions they have made in the United Sates. The recommendation was to proclaim September 15th through October 15th 2007 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. Mayor Scruggs presented the Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation to Theresa M. Leon. 2 Ms. Theresa M. Leon said she was humbled and honored to receive this Proclamation on behalf of the Hispanic Community. She applauded the city's acknowledgements of the significant contributions the Hispanic Community makes to the City of Glendale. She invited everyone to attend the 3`d Annual Glendale Hispanic Breakfast on September 19, 2007. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 18 and Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 19 through 23 by number and title. Councilmember Lieberman requested that Agenda Item No. 13 be heard separately. Councilmember Clark requested that Agenda Item Nos. 4 and 5 be heard separately. 1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1131 WAL-MART STORE #1532 This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 9 (Liquor Store — All Liquor) license for Wal-Mart Store #1532, located at 5845 West Bell Road. The Arizona State application (number 09074004) was submitted by Clare Hollie Abel. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 13, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment will be 5845 West Bell Road and is within the Sahuaro District, zoned PAD (planned area development). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The population density is 4,743 people per square mile. The approval of this license will increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is 47 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar - All Liquor 10 7 Bar - Beer & Wine 3 9 Liquor Store - All Liquor 2 10 Liquor Store - Beer & Wine 5 12 Restaurant - All Liquor 27 Total 47 No previous action has occurred. No protests were received during the 20-day posting period. 3 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. 3-1132 WAL-MART NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET #3314 This is a request by Claire Hollie Abel for the City Council to approve a new liquor license application for a Series 9 (Liquor Store — All Liquor) license to be held in an inactive status at Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market #3314, at 7450 West Glendale Avenue. State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control awarded this Series 9 license through their random selection drawing, which requires that an existing address be supplied prior to award. The applicant plans to move this license to their store that will be constructed at a later date and an undetermined site in southeast Maricopa County, and then activate it. The existing Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer & Wine) license at Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market #3314 location will continue to operate. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 13, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment will be 7450 West Glendale Avenue and is within the Ocotillo District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. The population density is 2,489 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 6 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar - All Liquor 1 10 Liquor Store - Beer & Wine 5 Total 6 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 4 3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1138 WAL-MART NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET #3845 This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine) license for Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market #3845, located at 6645 West Peoria Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 10075438) was submitted by Clare Hollie Abel. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 21, 2007. The location of the establishment is 6645 West Peoria Avenue and is within the Barrel District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. This is a new license application by Clare Hollie Abel for a Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine). The population density is 5,937 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 8 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar—All Liquor 2 7 Bar— Beer & Wine 1 9 Liquor Store —All Liquor 1 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 1 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 3 Total 8 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 6. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1134 TARGET #2341 This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine) license for Target #2341, located at 10404 North 43`d Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 10075435) was submitted by Joseph Cordovana. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 19, 2007. The location of the establishment is 10404 North 43rd Avenue and is within the Cactus District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. This is a new license application by Joseph Cordovana. The population density is 6,957 people per square mile. The approval of this license will 5 increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area by one. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is 25 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar — All Liquor 9 7 Bar — Beer & Wine 2 9 Liquor Store — All Liquor 4 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 3 12 Restaurant — All Liquor 7 Total 25 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. 7. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1133 LOS AMIGOS #3 This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine) license for Los Amigos #3, located at 6604 West Olive Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 10075436) was submitted by Gary Barno. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 18, 2007. The location of the establishment is 6604 West Olive Avenue and is within the Barrel District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. This business operated as Quick Pik from September of 1998 to May of 2003. It operated as Quick Pik Mini Mart since May of 2003 and held a Series 10 license. This is a new license application by Gary Barno. The population density is 4,192 people per square mile. The approval of this license will not increase the total number of liquor licenses in this area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is 8 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar — All Liquor 1 9 Liquor Store — All Liquor 1 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 5 14 Private Club 1 Total 8 No previous action has occurred. 6 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. 8. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1129 THE MELTING POT This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 12 (Restaurant — All Liquor) license for The Melting Pot, located at 19420 North 59th Avenue, Building B. The Arizona State application (number 12077181) was submitted by Daniel Ernst Arndt. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 6, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment is 19420 North 59th Avenue, Building B and is within the Cholla District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This is a new license at this location. The population density is 3,262 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 19 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar—All Liquor 2 7 Bar— Beer & Wine 1 9 Liquor Store —All Liquor 2 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 2 12 Restaurant —All Liquor 12 Total 19 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 9. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1130 NATIVE NEW YORKER This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 12 (Restaurant — All Liquor) license for Native New Yorker, located at 7273 North 95th Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 12077187) was submitted by Amy S. Nations. 7 The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 10, 2007. A request for an extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment is 7273 North 95th Avenue and is within the Yucca District, zoned PAD (planned area development). This is a new license for Native New Yorker at this newly constructed location. The population density is 2,489 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 6 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 3 Microbrewery 1 6 Bar — All Liquor 2 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 3 Total 6 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 10. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1127 TUTTI SANT! BY NINA This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 12 (Restaurant — All Liquor) license for Tutti Santi by Nina, located at 19400 North 59th Avenue, Suite 300. The Arizona State application (number 12077177) was submitted by H. J. Lewkowitz. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 03, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment is 19400 North 59th Avenue, Suite 300 and is within the Cholla District, zoned SC (shopping center). This is a new license for Tutti Santi by Nina. The population density is 3,262 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 19 as listed below: 8 Series Type Quantity 6 Bar—All Liquor 2 7 Bar— Beer & Wine 1 9 Liquor Store —All Liquor 2 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 2 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 12 Total 19 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 11. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FIESTA GLENDALE - SEPTEMBER 15, 2007 This is a request for the City Council to approve a special event liquor license for the City of Glendale Office of Special Events. The "Fiesta Glendale" event will be held at 58th and Glendale Avenues on Saturday, September 15, 2007 from noon to 10:00 p.m. The purpose of this event is for Glendale to produce a free outdoor festival for the enjoyment of citizens and to attract visitors to downtown and in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The special event liquor license was submitted by Jerry P. McCoy. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be ten of the allowed 10 days per 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. No previous action has occurred. The Glendale Planning, Fire and Police Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staff's recommendation to forward the application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 9 12. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR NISSAN CONCERT SERIES AT WESTGATE — AUGUST 25, 2007 AND SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 This is a request for the City Council to approve two special event liquor licenses for Quality of Life Community Services. These events will be held at 6770 North Hockey Way on Saturday, August 25, 2007 and Friday September 21, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 1 :00 a.m. The purpose of these events is to be part of the Nissan Concert Series promotion, with 25 percent of the proceeds going to Quality of Life Community Services. These special event liquor licenses were submitted by Paige T. Garrett. If these licenses are approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be ten of the allowed 10 days per year. By hosting a variety of concerts and events at Westgate City Center, featuring local and nationally acclaimed acts, the applicant looks to draw a wide range of visitors from across the valley and neighboring states, increasing exposure of Glendale's sports and entertainment district, and encouraging those new and returning visitors to come back to Glendale. 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 licenses. No previous action has occurred. The City of Glendale Planning, Fire and Police Departments have reviewed the applications and determined that they meet all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staff's recommendation to forward these applications to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 14. PURCHASE OF MINI AMBULANCE This is a request for the City Council to approve the purchase of a mini ambulance from Foster Rescue Products in the amount of $56,000. Foster Rescue Products is the sole source vendor for the modified Polaris Ranger 4x4 vehicle. No other vendor can make the necessary "stretch" modifications to the Polaris chassis without voiding the manufacturer's warranty. The mini ambulance will be used for large, city-wide events throughout the city such as Glendale's signature festivals and events, mega-events occurring in the Sports and Entertainment district, and any other large city-wide events to enable paramedics to reach patients in large crowds. The purchase of the mini ambulance will ensure that Council's goal of "one community focused on public safety for citizens and visitors" is accomplished. 10 The mini ambulance purchase is a result of what GFD Personnel were able to observe in Miami, Florida during Super Bowl XLI. Currently we have no controlled environment to treat patients attending Special Events. It was obvious during the Bowl Game activities that we will have large crowds in very confined areas where this unit provides the mobility and privacy needed for patient care. The addition of the mini ambulance will enable paramedics to reach patients in large crowds, and transport them to ambulances waiting outside the venue. The mini ambulance will feature an enclosed, temperature controlled patient compartment to provide privacy and comfort to the patient being transported. Funds for this one-time cost are available in the Fire Department's Super Bowl Event division budget. The ongoing vehicle maintenance and fuel costs will be covered by the Fire Department's Resource Management Division's existing base budget. The ongoing vehicle replacement charges will be added as part of the Fiscal Year 2008-09 budget. Grants Capital Expense -nOne-TimeCost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X X X $56,000 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number: Fire - Super Bowl Event, Account No. 1010-12560-551400 The recommendation was to approve the purchase of a mini ambulance from Foster Rescue Products in the amount of $56,000. 15. WEST VALLEY ADVOCACY CENTER LEASE RENEWAL This is a request for the City Council to accept the lease renewal agreement between the City of Glendale and the owner of the commercial property located at 6829 North 57th Avenue that houses the West Valley Advocacy Center. This lease renewal includes funding to cover the cost of renting the entire 7,200 square foot building. The renewal of the lease with the West Valley Advocacy Center addresses the Council goals of one community focused on public safety for citizens and visitors, and a city with high-quality service for citizens. The center provides one location, which streamlines the process involved with child crimes, sexually motivated crimes, domestic violence crime investigations, and ensures that the rights of the victim's are met, making all necessary resources available under one roof, while maintaining the confidentiality of the victim. The City of Glendale has leased this property since November of 2000 and this renewal will allow police employees to remain in this building until November of 2009, at which time they can re-assess their needs. This renewal includes an increase in square footage that will now include the entire building. Previously PREHAB 11 (Prevention and Rehabilitation Domestic Violence, Homeless & Youth Program) rented space at the West Valley Advocacy Center. Due to their budgetary limitations, PREHAB is no longer able to rent this space. The Police Department has a need for the additional space for the West Valley Advocacy Center, which staffs the Domestic Violence and Sex Crimes Units. PREHAB's move provides an opportunity for the needed expansion. The new owner of the building, Ms. Marcia Commins, is requesting the amended addendum to the existing contract, city contract #C-4079, reflecting the updated square footage and increase in rent. On October 25, 2005, the Council authorized entering into a lease agreement addendum for a four year period, with automatic options to extend in additional one- year increments. On May 30, 2000, the Council authorized entering into a lease agreement for five years. Some of the benefits to the community having the West Valley Advocacy Center are not only expediting the investigation process of sex offenders, which subsequently enhances the investigation, but also to provide the necessary resources for the victims of these crimes (i.e., exams, shelter, counseling, personal items, support, etc.). We also strive to provide the victim with a one-stop location that is in a safe and comforting environment and that is necessary for these very personal and sensitive types of investigations. The West Valley Advocacy Center touches the lives of many families in Glendale that come from various backgrounds, on a daily basis. The entire City is whom we serve and everyone we come into contact with is our primary beneficiary. The Police Department currently budgets for the lease payment for this facility. The Council approved additional funding during the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2007-08 budget. The nominal annual increases to cover increased real estate taxes and insurance cost will be absorbed in the department's operating budget. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X $116,424 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number Crime Investigations, Account No.1000-12150 The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and authorize the City Manager to enter into the lease agreement with the landlord, Ms. Marcia Commins, renewing the lease agreement for the West Valley Advocacy Center. 12 16. AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE CONTRACT AMOUNT WITH PRAXAIR, INC. This is a request for the City Council to authorize an increase of $150,000 to the existing annual contract amount with Praxair, Inc. for the supply of liquid carbon dioxide. One of the Council's strategic goals is high-quality service for citizens. The use of carbon dioxide in the water treatment process will enhance water quality to citizens. 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 (OWTP) will also use this product when the plant comes online in late 2007. In 2006, following a formal solicitation process, Glendale selected Praxair, Inc. to supply the Cholla Water Treatment Plant (CWTP) with liquid carbon dioxide. Now that the OWTP is coming online, additional funding is required for OWTP and an increase in the amount authorized to the CWTP is also needed. On June 13, 2006, the Council approved the award of bid 06-18 for liquid carbon dioxide to Praxair Inc. in the amount not to exceed $86,250. The addition of carbon dioxide to the water treatment process will enhance and improve water quality, including taste and odor, thus benefiting the community. Funds are available in Oasis Water Campus and Cholla Treatment Plant operating budgets. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X $150,000 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number: Oasis Water Campus, Account No. 2400-17310-524600 $100,000 Cholla Treatment Plant, Account No. 2400-17260-524600 $50,000 The recommendation was to authorize an increase of $150,000 to the existing annual contract amount with Praxair, Inc. for the supply of liquid carbon dioxide. 17. AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE CONTRACT AMOUNT WITH CALGON CARBON CORPORATION This is a request for the City Council to authorize an increase of $1,000,000 to the existing annual contract amount with Calgon Carbon Corporation for the supply of granular activated carbon to the new Oasis Water Treatment Plant. 13 One of the Council's strategic goals is high-quality service for citizens. The use of granular activated carbon (GAC) in the water treatment process will enhance water quality to citizens. The GAC is currently being used in the water treatment process at the Cholla Water Treatment Plant (CWTP) to meet Federal drinking water regulations and help reduce taste and odor components. Previously, the Council approved an award of bid to Calgon Carbon Corporation to supply GAC to the city's water treatment plants. At that time, the CWTP was the only plant using GAC; however, with the commissioning of the Oasis Water Treatment Plant, an additional appropriation allocation is necessary for the water treatment process at Oasis. The agreement with Calgon Carbon Corporation began in February of 2007 following approval by the Council. The bid specifications contain an option clause that will permit the city, at the discretion of the City Manager, to extend this agreement for five additional segments in one-year increments. On January 23, 2007, the Council approved award of bid 06-68 to Calgon Carbon Corporation to supply GAC to the city's water treatment plants in the amount not to exceed $1,425,161. The addition of GAC to the water treatment process will enhance and improve water quality, including taste and odor, thus benefiting the community significantly. Funds are available in the Oasis Water Campus operating budget. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X $1,000,000 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number Oasis Water Campus, Account No. 2400-17310-524600 The recommendation was to authorize an increase of $1 ,000,000 to the existing annual contract amount with Calgon Carbon Corporation for the supply of granular activated carbon to the new Oasis Water Treatment Plant. 18. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 07-09, SHUTTLE SERVICES FROM OFF-SITE PARKING LOTS This is a request for the City Council to approve an agreement with Gameday Management Group for event transportation services of off-site shuttle operations in an amount not to exceed $510,000. 14 One of the Council's goals is to provide high quality services to citizens. Provision of this agreement will assist in the coordination of exceptional service delivery for residents and visitors to Glendale during events at the stadium. Per the city and Arizona State Tourism Authority (AZSTA) agreements, the city must provide shuttle service during mega events, including Arizona Cardinal football games for off-site parking lots located more than a half mile from the stadium. Two submittals were received for the event transportation services of off-site shuttle operations. The evaluation committee, consisting of staff from the Transportation Department, Police, Marketing Department and City Manager's Office, reviewed the proposals. Gameday Management Group was ranked the highest and their proposal was determined to be the most advantageous to the city. Criteria used for scoring include: experience, equipment availability, approach, personnel, and cost. Gameday Management Group is a Florida-based event management company with experience at the 1996 World Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, and eight Super Bowls. Gameday Management Group has been chosen by the National Football League to provide transportation services at the upcoming 2008 Super Bowl in Glendale. In August of 2006, the Council approved an agreement with Gameday Management Group to provide management of event transportation shuttle services from off-site parking lots for the Arizona Cardinals football games for the 2006 football season. Funds for off-site shuttle operations are available in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 Transportation operating budget. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X $510,000 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number: Stadium — Transportation Ops, Account No. 1340-16840-518200 ($450,000) Fiesta Bowl — Transportation Ops, Account No. 1340-16845-518200 ($60,000) The recommendation was to award the agreement to Gameday Management Group for event transportation services of off-site shuttle operations in an amount not to exceed $510,000. 15 CONSENT RESOLUTIONS 19. 2007 TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT GRANT APPLICATION This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution and authorize the submission of a 2007 Transportation Enhancement Grant and acceptance of the grant if awarded. The application proposes minor improvements on Maryland Avenue to extend the continuity of the bike route. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) requires a formal resolution from the Glendale City Council authorizing submission of the application and the required matching funds. This grant application supports the Council goal of "A City with High-Quality Services for Citizens" by widening and improving bike lanes in the city. In 1990, the City completed the Bicycle Plan of the City of Glendale. This plan identified Maryland Avenue as a major bike route traversing south on Glendale from 431d Avenue on the east to New River on the west. Most of Maryland Avenue has sufficient width for striped bike lanes but there are a number of places where the roadway is too narrow for bicyclists and motorists to share the road or where Maryland Avenue is discontinued because of physical barriers. The first improvement would widen Maryland Avenue for the addition of bike lanes between 67t Avenue and 69th Avenue. The second improvement would add short segments of multi-use paths to connect Maryland Avenue through Discovery Park for a continuous bike route to 83rd Avenue. Overall there would be 1,776 feet of improved bikeways added to the Maryland Avenue bike route. The improvements proposed in the Transportation Enhancement grant will make Maryland Avenue a viable bikeway in two places where travel for bicyclists is currently inconvenient. In August of 2006 the Transportation Department completed a Design Memorandum for Bicycle Route Spot Improvements throughout Glendale. Fifteen improvements were identified with cost estimates and preliminary drawings of project extents. The two improvements that grant funding is being sought were identified in the Design Memorandum. This project will enhance the quality of life of neighborhood residents, improve the safety of residents and visitors, and attract bicyclists to make short local trips along Maryland Avenue, as well as longer, regional trips by more experienced cyclists. School children attending Discovery Elementary School and Independence High School have longer contiguous routes to school for walking and bicycling. 16 In August of 2006, the Transportation Department completed a Design Memorandum for "Bicycle Route Spot Improvements" that was reviewed and approved by the Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee and reviewed by the Citizen Transportation Oversight Commission. The requested amount of grant funding is $166,039 and requires a local match of 5.7% or $10,037. The estimated cost of the project is $176,076. Funding to complete this project will not be needed until Fiscal Year 2008-2009 if awarded. If the grant is awarded, the project would be added to the Capital Improvement Plan. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution authorizing the submission of the 2007 Transportation Enhancement grant application described herein and authorizing acceptance of the grant if awarded. Resolution No. 4082 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 THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION AND MATCHING FUNDS TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT GRANT FOR TWO SPOT IMPROVEMENTS ON THE MARYLAND AVENUE BIKE ROUTE; AND AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE GRANT, IF AWARDED. 20. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS WITH THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM EQUIPMENT This is a request for the City Council to approve two Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA) with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for the continuation and construction of intelligent transportation system (ITS) equipment in Glendale to expand upon the current backbone system. These projects meet the Council strategic priorities of creating a city with high- quality service for citizens. Managing the city's roadway network will help in meeting this goal. In June of 2000, Glendale completed a Traffic Management System Design Concept Report. Bell Road, along with 59th and Glendale Avenues, was identified as the backbone for the ITS communication system. The Transportation Department has completed the construction of the 59th and Glendale Avenues ITS deployment projects. Construction along Bell Road is scheduled to begin this month. These two proposed projects located in the northern section of Glendale and at the sports facilities area will expand upon the existing signal system to enhance the Transportation Department's ability to manage event and local day-to-day traffic. 17 The project in north Glendale builds upon the fiber optic communications backbone along 59th Avenue and Bell Road to connect 23 additional intersections into the central signal system by installing nearly ten miles of fiber optic cable in new and existing conduit. Specifically, all intersections along Union Hills Drive, Deer Valley Road, and 59th 67th and 75 Avenues north of Union Hills Drive will be added to the system. This will bring the total number of intersections under remote control to 80, just under one half of the city's signalized intersections. The project around the sports facilities expands the event management capabilities by installing five miles of fiber optic cable in existing conduit on 91St Avenue, Bethany Home Road, 95th Avenue, and Maryland Avenue near the stadium, allowing seven new intersections to be connected to the central signal system. Additionally, ten closed-circuit television cameras, five video-detection systems, and two permanent dynamic message signs will be installed. In July of 2005, the Council approved expenditure of GO Transportation Program funds for design purposes with three on-call ITS consultants. Kimley Horn and Associates was selected to develop and design the project for north Glendale and ITS Engineers and Constructors was selected to develop the design for the project at the sports facilities. The project in north Glendale will provide remote access to signalized intersections. Remote access has proven more efficient in troubleshooting and responding to citizens' concerns and special traffic situations. Staff can monitor and make changes to one or more intersections without having to schedule long periods of time in the field. In addition, connection to the central system keeps time clocks and signal controllers up to date, allowing programmed intersections to run smoothly with adjacent intersections. The sports facilities area, including the stadium and arena, has and will continue to host large, nation and world-wide publicized events. Traffic flow for guests and residents during these events is a key focus area by the Transportation Department and the city as a whole. This project will improve transportation and public safety staff access to information on traffic status, control of event traffic operations, and dissemination of information to the public through enhanced monitoring, management, and information sharing abilities. The total cost for construction of the north Glendale project is $2,172,530. Federal funds in the amount of $894,000 are available through Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funding. The city's required contribution for matching funds is $1,278,530 and is available in the GO Transportation Program Smart Traffic Signals account and from development impact fees. 18 Grants Ca•ital Ex.ense One-Time Cost Bud s eted Unbud.eted Total X X $1,278,530 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number: FY 2007-08 Smart Traffic Signals, Account No: 2210-65005-550800 ($1,195,980) FY 2007-08 Dev. Agree. — Signals, Account No.: 1600-67803-550800 ($82,550) The cost for construction of the sports facilities project is $855,594. Federal funds in the amount of $806,825 are available through Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funding. The city's required contribution for matching funds is $48,769 and is available from development impact fees. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X X $48,769 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number FY 2007-08 Dev. Agree. — Signals, Account No.: 1600-67803-550800, ($48,769) 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 the intergovernmental agreements with the Arizona Department of Transportation for the construction of Intelligent Transportation Systems equipment in Glendale. Resolution No. 4083 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 THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM EQUIPMENT IN NORTH GLENDALE AND AT THE SPORTS FACILITIES. 21. GLENDALE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 2007 APPLICATION FOR GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY STATE-SHARED REVENUE PROGRAM FUNDING This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution supporting the submission of the Glendale Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix (BGCMP) 2007 application for a grant in the amount of $70,000 from the Gila River Indian Community State-Shared Revenue Program. In order to apply for these funds, a city resolution supporting and authorizing submission of the grant and administration of the grant is required. 19 This grant will support the Council goals of providing high-quality services to citizens by supporting and partnering with community agencies to better serve Glendale residents. In 2002, Arizona voters passed Proposition 202, which required Native American communities receiving gaming revenues to set aside 12% for a state-shared revenue program for distribution "to cities, towns or counties for government services that benefit the general public, including public safety, mitigation of the impacts of gaming, or promotion of commerce and economic development". Non-profit organizations are only eligible to apply for these funds if sponsored and formally authorized by an eligible government agency. The sponsoring government agency must also agree to act as fiscal administrator for grants to non-profit organizations. The BGCMP is building a new 24,000 square foot facility in Glendale that will include a learning center with a library, computer laboratory, homework and tutoring support programs, and other educational enrichment programs geared to help participants improve their academic performance and develop adult life skills. The learning center will have a full-time education coordinator who will work closely with the Glendale Elementary School District and Smith Magnet School to improve scholastic performance and reduce school failure rates. The BGCMP will use the grant to provide program materials for a learning center and a full-time education coordinator for the Education and Career Development Program at the new facility, located on the campus of Harold W. Smith School, at 6534 North 63rd Avenue. The Glendale Branch will enroll approximately 800 club members, ages 6 through 18, in its after-school and all-day summer programs. Another 1,000 children and youth will participate in a variety of academic enrichment and recreational programs. Of the 1,800 children served, it is estimated that 95%, or 1,720 children would be from Glendale. The facility will also house a gymnasium, teen club, an art room, game rooms and a cafeteria. In 2005, the Council approved submission of a successful West Valley Child Crisis Center Gila River Indian Community grant application, which is administered by the Community Revitalization Division. In 2006, the Council approved submission of an application made by the BGCMP, but the application was not funded. The Community Revitalization Division and the city Grants Administrator reviewed the application and budget, the funding process and the fiscal agency requirements. Both support the submission of this new application, as many children in need will benefit substantially from a Gila River Indian Community grant to BGCMP, if funded by the Gila River Nation. 20 The Gila River Indian Community State-Shared Revenue Program represents a new and potential multi-year financial resource for programs at the new Glendale facility. If awarded, the Gila River Indian Community grant would provide the funds needed to provide program materials and other support for the learning center, and one full-time education coordinator for the Education and Career Development Program. This grant will have no significant impact on the city's budget and requires no additional funding. The city will act as fiscal agent and the Community Revitalization Division will administer the grant. Grant-related administrative activities can be absorbed with no significant impact on the division's ability to administer its primary programs. A specific account will be established to track revenue and expenses. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution supporting the Glendale Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix 2007 application for a grant from the Gila River Indian Community State- Shared Revenue Program and authorize the Community Revitalization Division to act as fiscal agent and administrator for the recipient, if the grant is awarded. Resolution No. 4084 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, SUPPORTING AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A 2007 GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE GLENDALE BRANCH OF THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METROPOLITAN PHOENIX IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000 FROM THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY STATE-SHARED REVENUE PROGRAM. 22. GRANT APPLICATION FOR GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY STATE- SHARED REVENUE PROGRAM COPPER CANYON HIGH SCHOOL This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution supporting the submission of a City of Glendale application for a grant in the amount of $120,000 over a three-year period from the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) State-Shared Revenue Program. The funds will be used to supplement the city's general fund in supporting a workforce development specialist. The specialist works with students at Copper Canyon High School to encourage them to make positive employment decisions. In order to apply for these funds, the GRIC requires a city resolution supporting and authorizing submission of the grant and administration of the grant if it is awarded. This grant will support the Council goals of providing high-quality services to citizens by supporting and partnering with community agencies to better serve Glendale residents. 21 In 2002, Arizona voters passed Proposition 202, which required Native American communities receiving gaming revenues to set aside 12% for a state-shared revenue program for distribution "to cities, towns or counties for government services that benefit the general public, including public safety, mitigation of the impacts of gaming, or promotion of commerce and economic development". The City of Glendale Youth Workforce Development Program at Copper Canyon project is a partnership between the City and the Tolleson High School District. The program utilizes facilities and programs available at Copper Canyon High School to provide academic and workforce development opportunities in culinary arts, sports medicine, and public safety. This program's youth workforce development office is located on campus. From this site city staff, including a workforce development specialist and recreation programmer, facilitate the program in cooperation with Copper Canyon teachers and administration, social service agencies and private sector partners. High school students are eligible to participate in this youth workforce development program targeted to meeting the future needs of the business community, city operations and new high school graduates. One of the innovative elements of this program is a focus on encouraging youth to consider careers in city, county, federal and tribal government where the need for qualified employees with good skills is becoming a major concern. Participating employers will benefit from having a pool of job-ready youth. The program's workforce development specialist coordinates job skills training and placements, supported by Arizona Call-A-Teen Youth Resources, Inc. and the Maricopa County Workforce Connection. These agencies offer job readiness skills training, match participating youth with appropriate employers and provide paid internships. Current private sector partners include the Phoenix Coyotes, the Arizona Sting, Aramark Professional Food Services Division, and a local Hispanic radio station, Mega Radio 103.9 and 99.3. Participating city departments include Parks and Recreation, Police, Fire, City Court and Glendale's Marketing and Communications Departments. If this project is successful, this model may be expanded to include other youth service sites throughout Glendale, including the Glendale Community Center. The Parks and Recreation and Budget Departments and the Grants Administrator reviewed the application, budget, funding process and the fiscal agency requirements, and support submission. GRIC represents a new potential financial resource for the city and this program. Municipal and tribal governments, as well as private sector employers and participating youth and their families, will benefit from this program, preparing community youth for public and private job openings. 22 This grant will have no significant impact on the city's budget and requires no additional funding. The city will act as fiscal agent. The Parks and Recreation Department will administer the grant. Grant-related administrative activities can be absorbed with no significant impact on the department's ability to administer its primary programs. The Grant Matching Pool, funded in the general fund and allocated for grant matches through the Grants Office will contribute $30,000 in one-time matching funds. If this grant is awarded, a new project-account will be created in the city's grant fund to track revenue and expenses. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution supporting the City of Glendale's application for a grant from the Gila River Indian Community State-Shared Revenue Program and authorize the Parks and Recreation Department to act as fiscal agent and administrator for the project, if the grant is awarded. Resolution No. 4085 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, SUPPORTING AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A 2007 GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CITY OF GLENDALE YOUTH WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AT COPPER CANYON HIGH SCHOOL FROM THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY STATE-SHARED REVENUE PROGRAM. 23. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the Glendale Elementary School District (GESD). This partnership provides an experience for youth that incorporates academics, enrichment, and recreation activities in a safe and supportive environment. This IGA will contribute to the Council's strategic priorities of providing strong neighborhoods and public safety. In July of 2007, the GESD was awarded a 21St Century Community Learning Grant for a total of $532,571 over a five-year period. The following elementary schools will host this program: Bicentennial North and South, Desert Garden, Discovery, and Desert Spirit elementary schools to improve academic achievement through after- school programs. The program will provide reading, writing, and math intervention through enrichment courses. The grant will allow the district to fund supplies, equipment, and other operating costs, including personnel to achieve these goals. 23 The GESD recognizes that the most effective and efficient means of achieving these goals is through a partnership with Glendale Recreation After-School Program (GRASP). The GRASP component of this partnership provides youth opportunities to participate in sports, arts and crafts, special events, field trips, and cultural programs. The execution of this IGA will formalize the commitment with GESD and allow 21St Century Grant funds to be used for enhanced programming and additional temporary recreation staff at Bicentennial North and South, Desert Spirit, Desert Garden, and Discovery Elementary Schools. After-school programs for youth provide safe and supervised activities that support academic achievement and build social skills. These programs offer an alternative to choices for involvement in less-appropriate activities that lead to youth crime weekdays, between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. The Glendale Elementary School District and the City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department have collaboratively provided after-school programs for the past five years through a previously awarded 21St Century Community Learning Grant. This agreement will provide the GESD and the City an additional five-year funding source to implement innovative and educational enrichment programs for youth and their parents. The 21St Century Community Learning Grant totals $532,571 over the five-year period. GESD will reimburse the city for the costs incurred to implement this program. If the Council approves this IGA, a new project-account will be created for this program. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Glendale Elementary School District. Resolution No. 4086 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 GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 40 FOR PROVIDING SERVICES TO THE STUDENTS AND PATRONS OF THE GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel resident, stated that he was in agreement with the consent agendas. He said he was especially pleased with the liquor license for the Fiesta Glendale. He said it was a great event to bring people together no matter their race or color. He also asked the Council to approve the lease with the West Valley Advocacy Center. 24 It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Frate, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 3, 6 through 12, and 14 through 23, including the approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4082 New Series, Resolution No. 4083 New Series, Resolution No. 4084 New Series, Resolution No. 4085 New Series, and Resolution No. 4086 New Series; and to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1131 for Wal-Mart Store #1532, Liquor License Application No. 3-1132 for Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market #3314, Liquor License Application No. 3-1138 for Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market #3845, Liquor License Application No. 3-1134 for Target #2341, Liquor License No. 3-1133 for Los Amigos #3, Liquor License No. 3-1129 for The Melting Pot, Liquor License No. 1130 for Native New Yorker, and Liquor License No. 3-1127 for Tutti Santi By Nina; and Special Event Liquor License Applications for Fiesta Glendale, to be held at 58th and Glendale Avenues on September 15, 2007 and the Nissan Concert Series to be held at Westgate — 6770 North Hockey Way, on August 25, 2007 and September 21, 2007 to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously. 4. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1126 LAS SALSITAS MEXICAN FOOD Mr. Raymond H. Shuey, Chief Financial Officer/Finance Director, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 12 (Restaurant — All Liquor) license for Las Salsitas Mexican Food, located at 6120 North 59th Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 12077163) was submitted by Victor R. Maldonado Ceja. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 14, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location of the establishment is 6120 North 59th Avenue and is within the Ocotillo District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). Las Salsitas Mexican Food has operated at this location from October 2006 to present. The population density is 11,272 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 42 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 4 Wholesaler 1 6 Bar — All Liquor 7 7 Bar — Beer & Wine 4 9 Liquor Store — All Liquor 6 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 13 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 9 14 Private Club 2 Total 42 25 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 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. Councilmember Clark asked for confirmation on when the restaurant first opened. She asked if it had open in October of 2006. Mr. Shuey stated that she was correct. Councilmember Goulet inquired on the high number of 911 calls from that location. Mr. Shuey stated that Lieutenant Wolf from the police department was in the audience and would be able to answer any questions. Lieutenant Wolf stated that most of the 911 calls could not be substantiated by the responding officer. Councilmember Goulet asked if they were possibly prank calls. Lieutenant Wolf stated that it was most probable. Councilmember Clark asked since these were 911 calls, were they all answered in a matter of minutes. Lieutenant Wolf stated that he did not have the precise response times on record. Mayor Scruggs asked Lieutenant Wolf how long had these calls been a problem. Lieutenant Wolf stated that calls had been spread evenly throughout a five year period. Mr. Shuey explained that they track activity on a location in question regardless of ownership. He said that at this location, the calls started before the restaurant opened. Councilmember Clark questioned the information regarding the amount of calls since the establishment opened. She stated that it was misleading being that the reported 911 calls are over a five year period, and the establishment had only been open for 10 months. Mr. Shuey explained that the report was to show the amount of crime in that area. He added that the location had been operating before under different ownership. Councilmember Clark asked how many calls had been received since the new management opened in October 2006. Lieutenant Wolf said the since that time there had been a total of three police calls. Mayor Scruggs noted that it would be helpful to Council to have this information broken down to show calls before and after new ownership. She said this would cut down on some confusion. 26 Mayor Scruggs asked if the applicant of Las Salsitas was present and if they wanted to address the Council. There was no one present representing Las Salsitas Mexican Food. It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1126 for Las Salsitas Mexican Food to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously. 5. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1137 CIRCLE K STORE #CMLBK 59 This is a request for the City Council to approve a new Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine) license for Circle K Store #CMLBK 59, located at 5880 West Camelback Road. The Arizona State application (number 10075441) was submitted by Kim Kenneth Kwiatkowski. The 60-day deadline for processing this application is August 25, 2007. The location of the establishment is 5880 West Camelback Road and is within the Cactus District, zoned C-2 (general commercial). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. This is a new license application by Kim Kenneth Kwiatkowski. The population density is 3,885 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 20 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 4 Wholesaler 1 5 Government 1 6 Bar — All Liquor 4 7 Bar — Beer & Wine 2 9 Liquor Store — All Liquor 2 10 Liquor Store — Beer & Wine 7 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 2 14 Private Club 1 Total 20 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. 27 Councilmember Clark asked for confirmation on the location of a Circle K on the west side of 59th Avenue north of Camelback which would be directly across from the new Circle K location. Mr. Shuey said she was correct. Councilmember Frate inquired on having two Circle K stores in such close proximity of each other with liquor licenses. He asked if this was setting a precedence. Mr. Shuey stated that he would look into it. Mayor Scruggs asked for the applicant of the Circle K stores to come up and address the Council. Mr. Christian Carmona, District manager of the Circle K stores in the area, stated that the old location would be closing once the new Circle K opens. Councilmember Frate asked why not transfer liquor licenses once the old store closes instead of issuing a new one. Mr. Carmona said that he did not know. Councilmember Clark said she was disturbed with the idea of having another liquor license in Glendale. She stated that it sends the wrong message. Councilmember Lieberman explained that Councilmember Clark and himself had met with the applicant and were informed that once the old store closed the liquor license would be transferred to a location in South Phoenix away from that location. He strongly urged Circle K to honor that commitment. Councilmember Goulet stated that the concern was issuing a new license in the community. He asked the representative if the owners would request a transfer of the current license rather than asking for a new one. Mr. Carmona replied that if it was a condition of the license to do so, then that is what they would do. Vice Mayor Martinez commented that this request for a new liquor license should be handled by Phoenix and the current license transferred to the new business. He said it did not seem right. Councilmember Clark stated that she had many concerns regarding this license. She added that the city really had no assurance of when they would sell or move the license. She recommended tabling the motion or denying it based on the information given tonight. Mayor Scruggs questioned Mr. Shuey regarding available alternatives. Mr. Shuey stated that they could table the liquor license matter and bring it back at the City Council meeting in September, but no later because of time constraints. It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Martinez, to table Agenda Item No. 5 to the September 25, 2007 City Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously. 28 13. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT — GLENDALE SPRING TRAINING FACILITY Mr. Craig Johnson, Assistant City Engineer, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to approve a professional services agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc. for the design of the off-site infrastructure required for the Glendale Spring Training Facility. The infrastructure will include the water and sewer service to the site, a sewage lift station, streets for access to the complex, street lighting, and right-of-way landscaping. One of the Council's strategic goals is "one community with quality economic development". This project supports that by creating high-quality development, bringing in new capital investment and sales tax revenue, encouraging economic development activity, and aiding in the creation of new jobs in the community. The design of this off-site infrastructure is required to support the development of the Glendale Spring Training Facility. This work needs to be completed by the end of 2008. The Engineering Department will require the services of a civil engineer to complete the design and construction drawings. Construction of the complex must begin by October because of the accelerated schedule. The City Manager and City Attorney's office have authorized the sole source procurement of Stanley Consultants, Inc., to meet the development schedules. On June 26, 2007, the Council adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into the following agreements relating to the Glendale Spring Training Facility: 1. Intergovernmental Agreement with the Tourism and Sports Authority d/b/a The Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority; 2. Facility Development Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers LLC; 3. Facility Use Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers, LLC; 4. Option Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers, LLC; 5. Development Agreement for Camelback Ranch property with the City of Phoenix, Rightpath Limited Development Group, LLC and Public Facilities Corporation and Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Phoenix; 6. Design Services Contract with HKS Architects, Inc. The development of a spring training facility will enhance the quality of life for Glendale residents, while promoting economic development opportunities, and complement the synergy that exists with the area's sports and entertainment district. A 29 spring training facility will have a substantial economic impact on the surrounding region and will provide baseball fans, residents, and tourists a full array of recreational and retail activities like no other in the country. City of Glendale staff attended three meetings of the City of Phoenix Maryvale Village Planning Committee. Staff answered general questions and felt each meeting was well received. The recommendation was to approve the professional services agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc. Councilmember Lieberman asked to have additional information on the baseball diamond and how far along they were in regards to construction. Mr. Johnson stated that the schedule for the baseball stadium, as well as for the infrastructure, was moving forward for a construction start date of October 3, 2007. He added that they were on schedule. Councilmember Lieberman stated that he was bringing this up for public information. Mr. Beasley stated that Mr. Johnson was here mainly to speak on the infrastructure design with the other components still being worked on. It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Clark, to approve the professional services agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING — LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS 24. REZONING APPLICATION ZON06-07: NORTHERN PLACE — 8707 WEST NORTHERN AVENUE Mr. Jim May, AICP, Deputy Director for Current Planning, presented this item. This is a request by Malouf Homes for the City Council to approve rezoning of approximately 11.2 acres from Agricultural (A-1) to Single Residence, Planned Residential Development (R1-10 PRD) for the property located at 8707 West Northern Avenue. The proposed R1-10 PRD zoning designation is compatible with the Low Density Residential designation of surrounding properties. The proposed project incorporates sound growth management techniques by utilizing surrounding infrastructure and is consistent with the General Plan. 30 The current A-1 zoning designation was the initial city zoning placed on the property when it was annexed into the city on November 14, 2006. The previous use of a feed store and horse boarding facility has ceased due to this pending application. The applicant intends to develop a single-family subdivision on the site. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this rezoning application on June 7, 2007. The project promotes the development of vacant infill property and will provide high-quality residential choices for the residents of Glendale. On April 25, 2007, the applicant sent out more than 900 letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties inviting them to a neighborhood meeting that was held on May 2, 2007. A total of twelve people attended the meeting. Seven of those in attendance were local residents interested in the project. Concerns expressed included access to proposed Northern Parkway, the possibility of installing a traffic light at 87th Avenue, livestock in the area and the desire to build a taller and wider wall to the east for the livestock, and the timeline for construction. These issues were resolved by the applicant in the final Citizen Participation Plan, prior to the Planning Commission public hearing. The Transportation Department determined that a traffic signal is not warranted at 87th and Northern Avenues. With regard to the livestock in the area, the applicant was agreeable to inform potential buyers that they were considering a home in an area where livestock currently live. The applicant noted that the construction will begin as soon as approvals are obtained. At the Planning Commission meeting held on June 7, 2007, no one, except the applicant, spoke. The Planning Commission did ask if the applicant was agreeable to the construct a taller and wider wall along the east property line and the applicant was agreeable. A stipulation was added to ensure that the wall is constructed. The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the title, and adopt an ordinance for Rezoning Application ZON06-07, subject to the stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 24. Ordinance No. 2578 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 R1- 10 PRD (SINGLE RESIDENCE, PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Bob Malouf, applicant, residing at 8822 North 47th, Phoenix, stated that he was thrilled to bring his long term family business to Glendale, and to build very high end beautiful homes in the community. 31 Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing. It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to approve Ordinance No. 2578 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. ORDINANCES 25. TRANSPORTATION REVENUE OBLIGATIONS Mr. Raymond H. Shuey, Chief Financial Officer/Finance Director, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to approve an ordinance authorizing the sale of up to $110,000,000 of transportation excise tax revenue obligations. An emergency clause is needed so that the ordinance will become effective immediately to address interest rate fluctuations in financial markets. The proposed September 6, 2007 sale funds transportation projects approved in the fiscal year (FY) 2007-08 capital improvement plan (CIP) under the Glendale Onboard (GO!) program. Proceeds will fund budgeted FY 2007-08 CIP projects that meet the goals of managing growth, preserving neighborhoods, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. A team from the Budget, Finance and Transportation Departments met to review available funds for projects in FY 2007-08. They consulted with the city's bond counsel, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, and financial advisor, JNA Consulting Group, LLC. The team determined that sale of transportation excise tax revenue obligations is prudent based on market conditions and projected cash flow. The city would receive funds from the sale around September 27, 2007. The Council adopted the FY 2007-08 budget, including transportation CIP projects in June 2007. The adopted budget anticipated financing of projects. The proposed sale of the 2007 obligations is consistent with the previous Council actions. Financing proceeds will fund a variety of approved transportation projects that are contained in the City's CIP. Examples include, but are not limited to, construction of intersection improvements at 51st and Glendale Avenues, 51st and Peoria Avenues, and 59th Avenue and Camelback Road; construction of a Park and Ride lot near Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue; pedestrian circulation enhancements in the Downtown Central Business District to improve connections to businesses and services; and conversion of low-pressure sodium streetlight fixtures to high-pressure sodium. 32 The obligations will be paid from the half-cent sales tax approved by voters in 2001 and dedicated solely to transportation program funding. Estimated revenue from that pledged tax in the current and future fiscal years is anticipated to adequately fund repayment of the proposed obligations. The city covenants to maintain that tax dedicated for transportation at a level sufficient to pay the proposed transportation obligations. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance approving the issuance and sale of transportation excise tax revenue obligations. Mr. Leonard Clark, a Barrel District resident, commented on the stock and bond market. He commended the city staff for their role in greatly managing the city's assets. Ordinance No. 2579 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, (1) AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT, TRUST AGREEMENT AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE UNDERTAKING RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF CERTAIN TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS; (2) PLEDGING CERTAIN EXCISE TAXES AND RECEIPTS IMPOSED OR RECEIVED BY THE CITY TO THE PAYMENTS REQUIRED UNDER SUCH PURCHASE AGREEMENT RELATED TO TRANSPORTATION EXCISE TAX REVENUE OBLIGATIONS, SERIES 2007; (3) DELEGATING TO THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF THE CITY THE AUTHORITY TO DESIGNATE THE FINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT, MATURITIES, INTEREST RATES AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT TO SUCH SERIES 2007 OBLIGATIONS; (4) AUTHORIZING THE TAKING OF ALL OTHER ACTIONS NECESSARY TO THE CONSUMMATION OF THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THIS ORDINANCE; AND (5) DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. It was moved by Knaack, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance No. 2579 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. 26. ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY UTILITY EASEMENT: GLENDALE AIRPORT Mr. Craig Johnson, Assistant City Engineer, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance granting a utility easement for electrical transmission and distribution in favor of Arizona Public Service Company (APS) at the Glendale Airport located at 6801 North Glen Harbor Boulevard. 33 A hangar tenant at the Airport is constructing new facilities and needs electrical service from APS. To accommodate this request, APS requested an easement from the city to run its distribution lines to its transformer across city property 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 a utility easement for electrical transmission and distribution in favor of Arizona Public Service Company, at the Glendale Airport located at 6801 North Glen Harbor Boulevard. Ordinance No. 2580 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A UTILITY EASEMENT FOR ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION IN FAVOR OF ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY AT THE GLENDALE AIRPORT LOCATED AT 6801 NORTH GLEN HARBOR BOULEVARD; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED. It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Clark, to approve Ordinance No. 2580 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. 27. RIGHT-OF-WAY ABANDONMENT: NORTHEAST CORNER OF 99TH AVENUE AND CAMELBACK ROAD Mr. Craig Johnson, Assistant City Engineer, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to adopt an ordinance abandoning a portion of the east side of 99th Avenue, north of Camelback Road, reserving to the city a 20- foot wide exclusive utility easement over the western part of the right-of-way being abandoned. The adjacent property owner has requested that the city abandon a portion of the right-of-way for 99th Avenue, north of Camelback Road. In anticipation of the Loop 101 freeway, Maricopa County Department of Transportation acquired a 125-foot wide right-of-way for the east side of 99th Avenue. The Loop 101 freeway was eventually constructed approximately 950 feet east of 99th Avenue. The City of Glendale annexed the area in May of 2003, including 99th Avenue. The city has determined that such a wide right-of-way is not necessary for the area, and believes a right-of-way width for the east side of 99th Avenue of 85-feet is adequate. The right-of-way to be abandoned measures approximately 40 feet by 1,112 feet, and contains about one acre. In consideration of the abandonment, the adjacent property owner has agreed to pay the city a sum of $10,000, which represents the 34 appraised market value of the 40-foot wide right-of-way. The money is currently being held in escrow, to be released to the city 30 days following Council approval of the abandonment, or returned to the property owner following Council denial of the abandonment. There have been no objections to this abandonment from outside utility companies or from other city departments, as long as the city retains an exclusive utility easement over the west 20-feet of the abandoned parcel. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance abandoning a portion of the east side of 99th Avenue, north of Camelback Road, reserving to the city a 20-foot wide exclusive utility easement over the western part of the right-of-way being abandoned. Ordinance No. 2581 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 ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF THE EAST SIDE OF 99TH AVENUE, NORTH OF CAMELBACK ROAD (CORNERSTONE AT CAMELBACK), RESERVING TO THE CITY A 20-FOOT WIDE EXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT OVER THE WESTERN PART OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY BEING ABANDONED TO THE OWNERS OF RECORD OF THE ABUTTING PROPERTY; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE. It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Ordinance No. 2581 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. 28. SALE AND LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY RELATED TO PRIOR AUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH RIGHTPATH LTD, WESTERN LOOP 101 PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION, AND CITY OF PHOENIX AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF PHOENIX Mr. Craig Tindall, City Attorney, presented this item. This is a request for the City Council to pass and adopt an ordinance for the sale and lease of real property, and to authorize the City Manager to enter into the necessary agreement for city property that will become a portion of the properties creating the revenue that will support the financing of the Glendale Spring Training Facility by the Western Loop 101 Public Facility Corporation. The Development Agreement referenced above identifies two properties that constitute part of this transaction. The first property is approximately 85 acres, or that portion of Camelback Ranch (236 acres on the northwest corner of 107th Avenue and Camelback Road) that will not be part of the Glendale Spring Training Facility, and 35 approximately 52 acres of airport land located south of Glendale Avenue at approximately New River. These properties will be developed to create certain revenues that shall be pledged to the Western Loop 101 Public Facility Corporation, which will be used to service the debt incurred for the purpose of constructing the Glendale Spring Training Facility. By authorizing the City Manager to enter into the Purchase and Sale Agreement and Ground Lease with Rightpath Ltd., the Council will further facilitate the transactions that will support the development of the Spring Training Facility. The Council has a strategic goal of "one community with quality economic development" that creates high quality development, bringing in new capital investment and sales tax revenue, encouraging economic development activity and aids in the creation of new jobs in the community. The Glendale Spring Training Facility will be the Spring Training home of two Major League Baseball teams: the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Sox. Both teams have storied histories and are a major part of the Major League Baseball history. The facility will befit these two highly-successful professional sports franchises. Proposed elements of the Glendale Spring Training Facility will include: 12,000- seat stadium with 3,000 lawn seats, two major league practice fields per team, four minor league practice fields per team, 42,000 square foot team clubhouses, workout fields and parking to accommodate 5,000 vehicles. The Spring Training Facility is scheduled to open in 2009. A special City Council meeting was convened on November 15, 2006 to request authorization for the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with two Major League Baseball teams for the development of a Spring Training Facility. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with two Major League Baseball teams. On June 26, 2007, the City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into the following agreements relating to the Spring Training Facility and to authorize the formation of the Western Loop 101 Public Facilities Corporation: 1. Intergovernmental Agreement with the Tourism and Sports Authority d/b/a The Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority; 2. Facility Development Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers LLC; 36 3. Facility Use Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers, LLC; 4. Option Agreement with the Chicago White Sox, Ltd. and the Los Angeles Dodgers, LLC; 5. Development Agreement for Camelback Ranch property with the City of Phoenix, Rightpath Limited Development Group, LLC and Public Facilities Corporation and Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Phoenix; 6. Design Services Contract with HKS Architects, Inc.; and 7. Agreement for Preconstruction Services with M.A. Mortenson Company. The development of a Spring Training Facility will enhance the quality of life for Glendale residents while promoting economic development opportunities, and complement the synergy that exists with the area's sports and entertainment district. A Spring Training Facility will have a substantial economic impact on the surrounding region and will provide baseball fans, residents, and tourists a full array of recreational and retail activities like no other in the country. City of Glendale staff attended three meetings of the City of Phoenix Maryvale Village Planning Committee. Staff answered general questions and felt each meeting was well received. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance granting the authority for the sale and lease of real property identified in the Development Agreement with Rightpath Ltd. and the Western Loop 101 and the Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Phoenix, and authorize the City Manager to enter into the Purchase and Sale Agreement and Ground Lease with Rightpath Ltd. Councilmember Lieberman discussed the baseball field size and all its proposed amenities. He stated that he was very excited about the project opening in 2009. Ordinance No. 2582 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS FOR THE SALE AND LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY RELATING TO THE GLENDALE SPRING TRAINING FACILITY; ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRIOR AUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH RIGHTPATH LTD, WESTERN LOOP 101 PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION AND CITY OF PHOENIX AND THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF PHOENIX; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 37 It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Ordinance No. 2582 New Series with the following amendment: "Councilmember Clark read an additional stipulation recognizing the city's commitment to protect and preserve the mission of Luke Air Force Base, that this agreement be amended to add a provision requiring discussions by the city and Rightpath with the appropriate representatives of Luke Air Force Base for consideration of and comment upon all infrastructure improvements at the airport that could facilitate an increase in fight operations." 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 a City Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 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. Leonard Clark, a resident of the Barrel District, stated that he was very proud to be a Glendale resident and be able to attend these Council meetings. He explained that in America, citizens are able to voice their opinions unlike other countries. He discussed the resent crimes against police officers and the rising crime rate. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Clark congratulated Mr. Burton on his development agreement. She discussed the approval of purchases on tonight's agenda, such as the mini ambulance. She commented that she and probably the public would like to see a running total of these costs as well as the true cost involved in supporting this venues on an annually basis. Councilmember Goulet congratulated the Florcroft neighborhood for registering with the neighborhood partnership office and in forming an association. He encouraged other neighborhoods to also register. Councilmember Lieberman offered condolences with regard to Mr. Carl Abel, who died this summer. He listed Mr. Abel's many accomplishments and said that he would be greatly missed. He commented on the Glendale Spring Training Facility which will be training two major teams, the White Sox and the Dodgers. He added that this will benefit the City of Glendale greatly. Vice Mayor Martinez commented on tonight's Drowning Awareness Proclamation and how important it was. He also reminded everyone that the city offered free CPR classes to anyone who was interested. 38 Councilmember Frate discussed the changing of the low pressure street lights to the high sodium lights. He stated that they were well on their way to converting all the street lights in Glendale. He noted some problems had occurred but the city was working on them. He reminded everyone to watch children around water. Councilmember Knaack discussed her weekly newsletter that goes out by email. She asked for anyone who wishes to receive it to call the city office and give your email address. Mayor Scruggs recognized Ms. Joan Brangler, manager of the YMCA, who will be retiring this Friday. Her work was tremendous and she will be greatly missed. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Pamela Hanna - City Clerk 39