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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 1/23/2008 (5) MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, HELD TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2008, AT 3:00 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 The one resolution to be considered at the meeting was read in full. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 2008 CITY COUNCIL MEETING It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Frate, to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the January 8, 2008 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 WHITE CANE MONTH PROCLAMATION This is a request for the City Council to proclaim the month of February 2008 as White Cane Month. The City of Glendale is fortunate to have the Glendale Sunrise Lions Club, the Glendale Evening Lions Club, and also the Bellair Lions Club provide our citizens services such as assistance with food and clothing needs, collecting donations for the food bank, and assisting the handicapped and elderly with shopping requests. The Glendale Sunrise Lions also raise funds to purchase eyeglasses for children throughout Glendale. Julie Bell, President of the Glendale Sunrise Lions Club, will be present to accept the proclamation. Lions are an international network of 1.3 million men and women in 200 countries and geographic areas who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world. Known for working to end preventable blindness, Lions participate in a vast variety of projects important to their communities. These projects range from cleaning up local parks to providing supplies to victims of natural disasters. The recommendation was to present the -White Cane Proclamation to the Glendale Sunrise Lions Club. 1 Ms. Julie Bell, President of the Glendale Sunrise Lions Club and Hallis Anderson, District Governor of the Lions Clubs, accepted the award. Ms. Bell and Mr. Anderson thanked the Mayor and the City Council for all their support of all three Lions Club Organizations. Mr. Anderson noted that this was a special month because the Glendale Lions Club was formed on January 23, 1928, 80 years ago. He said they were the largest and oldest service organization in Glendale. A celebration is scheduled for February 9th CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 8 and Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item number 9 in full. Lieberman requested Item #4 be heard separately. 1. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR QUALITY OF LIFE COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC —JANUARY 31, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 1-3, 2008 This is a request for the City Council to approve special event liquor licenses for Quality of Life Community Services, Inc. These events will be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard at three different locations (lot 3, lot 4, and events plaza) on Thursday, January 31, 2008, through Sunday, February 3, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. The lot 3 location will be in use on Thursday, January 31, 2008. The lot 4 and the events plaza location will be in use on Thursday, January 31, 2008, through Sunday, February 3, 2008. The purpose of these events is to be part of the Super Bowl Celebration, with 25 percent of the proceeds going to Quality of Life. 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 events at Westgate City Center, 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 new and returning visitors to come 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 license. The City of Glendale Planning, Fire, and Police Departments have reviewed the applications and determined that they meet all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staffs recommendation to forward these applications to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with recommendations of approvals. 2. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR AMERICAN RECREATION COALITION —JANUARY 31, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 1-3, 2008 2 This is a request for the City Council to approve special event liquor licenses for American Recreation Coalition. These events will be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard at three different locations (hospitality tent, Fountain Park, and lot 3) on Thursday, January 31, 2008, through Sunday, February 3, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. The hospitality tent location will be in use on Thursday, January 31, 2008, through Sunday, February 3, 2008. The fountain park location will be in use on Thursday January 31, 2008, through Saturday, February 2, 2008. Lot 3 will be in use on Friday, February 1, 2008, through Sunday, February 3, 2008. The purpose of these events is to be part of the Super Bowl Celebration, with 25 percent of the proceeds going to American Recreation Coalition. The special event liquor licenses were submitted by Joseph Kay Fassler. 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 events at Westgate City Center, 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 new and returning visitors to come 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 license. 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 recommendations of approvals. 3. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR NATIONAL ADVOCACY & TRAINING NETWORK — FEBRUARY 3, 2008 This is a request for the City Council to approve a special event liquor license for National Advocacy & Training Network. The event will be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard (Fountain Park) on Sunday, February 3, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight). The purpose of this event is to raise funds for women's advocacy with 25 percent of the proceeds going to National Advocacy & Training Network. The special event liquor license was submitted by Monalou A. Callery. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be one 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. The City of Glendale Planning, Fire, and Police Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements. Therefore, it is 3 staff's recommendation to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 5. WINE FESTIVAL LICENSE FOR KOKOPELLI WINERY-FEBRUARY 1-2, 2008 This is a request for the City Council to approve a wine festival license for Kokopelli Winery. The event will be held at 58th and Glendale Avenues on Friday, February 1, 2008 from noon to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., February 1-2, 2008. The purpose of this license is for Kokopelli Winery to participate in the Glendale Chocolate Affaire. The application was submitted by Dennis M. Minchella. If this license is approved, the total expended by this applicant will be seventeen of the 25 allowed licenses per calendar year, and 51 of the allow 75 days per calendar year under Arizona Revised Statues Sec. 4-203.03. The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control considers this to be a wine festival license. Consumption of wine sold will occur off-site. Under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statutes Sec. 4- 203.03, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a wine festival license only if the Council recommends approval of such license. The City of 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 this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. 6. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1163 LA PIAZZA AL PORNO This is a request for the City Council to approve a new non-transferable Series 12 (Restaurant — All Liquor) license for La Piazza Al Forno, located at 5803 West Glendale Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 12077397) was submitted by Rachel Ann Piazza. The 60-day deadline for processing this application was December 28, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor License. The location of the establishment is 5803 West Glendale Avenue, and is within the Ocotillo District, zoned PR (pedestrian retail). This is a new non-transferable Series 12 application submitted by Rachel Ann Piazza. The population density is 19,851 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 40 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 6 Bar—All Liquor 4 7 Beer and Wine Bar 3 9 Liquor Store —All Liquor 3 10 Liquor Store — Beer and Wine 13 4 12 Restaurant — All Liquor 14 14 Private Club 3 Total 40 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. 7. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1164 HAMPTON INN & SUITES GLENDALE This is a request for the City Council to approve a new non-transferable Series 10 (Liquor Store — Beer and Wine) license, for Hampton Inn & Suites Glendale, located at 6630 North 95th Avenue. The Arizona State application (number 10075515) was submitted by Kym Thomas Myers. The 60-day deadline for processing this application was December 23, 2007. A request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor License. The location of the establishment is 6630 North 95th Avenue and is within the Yucca District, zoned PAD (planned area development). This establishment is over 300 feet from any school or church. This is a new application for a non-transferable Series 10 license by Kym Thomas Myers. The population density is 6,170 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 11 as listed below: Series Type Quantity 3 Microbrewery 1 6 Bar—All Liquor 2 7 Bar— Beer and Wine 1 10 Liquor Store — Beer and Wine 1 12 Restaurant—All Liquor 6 Total 11 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. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT: BOOSTER STATION IMPROVEMENTS AT ARROWHEAD MANOR ESTATES 5 This is a request for the City Council to award a construction contract to Standard Construction to provide materials and labor for minor improvements to the booster station located in Arrowhead Manor Estates in the amount of $97,000. A transfer of funds is also requested to complete the construction. One of the Council's strategic goals is high quality service for citizens. This project will improve the operation and reliability of the booster station. The booster station improvements project at Arrowhead Manor Estates is necessary to replace the aging roof, protect the electrical equipment from rain, and re- route all test water discharges to sanitary sewer. Carollo Engineers were hired to revise and upgrade the roof and plumbing design. A public advertisement was issued by the city to solicit construction bids. Seven bids were received and Standard Construction submitted the lowest responsive bid in the amount of $97,000. The improvements made to the booster station located at Arrowhead Manor Estates will enhance the security and operation of the pump station. Funds are available for this project in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital Improvement Plan. A transfer of $52,000 from the Oasis Water Campus account 2400- 61003-550800 into the Zone 3 Pump Improvements account 2400-61010-550800 is required to complete the construction. Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total X X $97,000 Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number: Zone 3 Pump Improvements - Account No. 2400-61010-550800 The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to award a construction contract to Standard Construction to provide materials and labor for minor improvements to the booster station located at Arrowhead Manor Estates in the amount of $97,000 and to approve the transfer of funds. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS 9. 2007 CATLIN COURT HISTORIC DISTRICT PHASE II HERITAGE GRANT APPLICATION This is a request for the City Council to submit a Historic Preservation Heritage Grant application to weatherize and stabilize ten contributing properties in the Catlin Court Historic District and to accept the grant if awarded. 6 The Catlin Court Heritage Grant Phase II would implement Council's strategic goal of one community with strong neighborhoods and the objective to continue funding for neighborhood revitalization. The grant would assist ten owners of contributing properties preserve their historic homes and help to improve the physical quality of Catlin Court. The grant application would also implement the Council's goal of one community with a vibrant city center and its objective to continue implementation of the City Center Master Plan. The City Center Master Plan encourages revitalization of the neighborhoods in the redevelopment area and the Historic Preservation Element of the General Plan goal one, which states "identify, preserve and protect historic and archaeological resources". Catlin Court Historic District Heritage Grant Phase II would weatherize and stabilize ten contributing properties within the Catlin Court Historic District boundaries. Eligible activities include repair of foundations, structural elements, windows, and roofs, replacement of exterior doors, exterior painting, and interior safety improvements. Bronze Heritage Fund plaques would be installed on the ten participants' homes and 134 bronze National Register plaques would be added to the new Catlin Court contributing properties. Community education materials and displays will be updated to explain the project and historic preservation. The State Parks Board will make a decision at their March 2008 meeting and contracts can be awarded in ApriVMay of 2008. Bob Graham, AIA of Motley Design Group, L.L.C., will consult with each of the ten property owners to ensure preservation of the historical character of the buildings and review all of the work for historical conformance and workmanship prior to final payment to contractors. Mr. Graham performed these duties for the first Catlin Court Heritage Fund Grant project and the Floralcroft Heritage Grant Fund project. Maureen Rooney will administer the grant and work directly with the property owners and their contractors to ensure all rules and regulations are met, and the projects are done in a timely manner. Ms. Rooney was the contract administrator for the first Catlin Court Heritage Grant Fund project and the Floralcroft Heritage Grant Fund project. The Council has approved and accepted the award of approximately $2 million in Arizona State Historic Preservation Heritage Fund grants, including the Catlin Court Phase I grant, which included the same scope items as the Phase II proposal described herein. All of these projects were successfully completed. The approval and implementation of the proposed Catlin Court Historic District Heritage Fund Grant Phase II to weatherize and stabilize ten historic buildings, purchase and install Heritage Fund and National register bronze plaques, and continue 7 the community education program regarding historic preservation will help preserve Glendale's first historic district listed on the National Register as one of Arizona's premier interpretative resources and continue to attract cultural tourism to downtown Glendale. Letters were sent to all contributing property owners in the Catlin Court Historic Expansion District explaining the Heritage Fund program and inviting interested property owners to attend a September 24, 2007, information meeting on the proposed Catlin Court Heritage Fund Grant Phase II. Those interested property owners attended a subsequent meeting on October 11 , 2007, to provide additional information for the application. The total project cost is $194,342. The 45% grant request is $87,680 and the 55% match is $106,662. The match includes $70,850 in cash from property owners, $28,270 in cash from the city's Grant Match Pool account and $7,542 in the form of in- kind donations from city departments, The Glendale, Arizona Historical Society, and two Catlin Court neighborhood associations. There will be no operating costs for the city upon the completion of the project. If the grant is awarded, a specific project account will be established in Fund 1840, the city's grant fund, once the grant agreements are formally executed. The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution approving the Historic Preservation Heritage Fund Grant application described herein authorizing the required matching funds and authorizing acceptance and implementation of the grant in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and Heritage Fund contractual guidelines. Resolution No. 4124 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 2007 APPLICATION FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION HERITAGE FUNDS FOR EXTERIOR WEATHERIZATION AND STABILIZATION, INTERIOR SAFETY UPGRADES AND SIGNAGE FOR CONTRIBUTING HISTORIC PROPERTIES IN THE CATLIN COURT HISTORIC DISTRICT. It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Martinez, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 3 and 5 through 9, including the approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4124 New Series, and to forward (1) Special Event Liquor License for Quality of Life Community Services, Inc. for events to be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard at three different locations (Lot 3, Lot 4, and Events Plaza) on January 31, 2008 and from February 1 through 3, 2008; (2) Special Event Liquor License for American Recreation Coalition events to be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard at three different locations (Hospitality Tent, Fountain Park, and Lot 3) on January 31, 2008 and from February 1 through 3, 2008; (3) Special Event Liquor License for National 8 Advocacy & Training Network for an event to be held at 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard (Fountain Park) on February 3, 2008; a Wine Festival License for Kokopelli Winery, to be held at the Glendale Chocolate Affaire, located at 58th and Glendale Avenues, on February 1 and 2, 2008; Liquor License Application No. 3- 1163 for La Piazza Al Forno; and Liquor License No. 3-1164 for Hampton Inn & Suites Glendale; to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously. 4. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MADDBACKER FOUNDATION— JANUARY 30-31, 2008 & FEBRUARY 1-7, 2008 Mr. Ray Shuey, Chief Financial Officer, presented this item to council. This is a request for the City Council to disapprove a special event liquor license for Maddbacker Foundation. The event is proposed to be held at Pink Cabaret, 6789 West Northern Avenue, on January 30-31, 2008, and February 1-7, 2008, from noon to 2:00 a.m. The purpose of the Maddbacker Foundation is to mentor children and encourage them to be the best at whatever they wish to be. This is done through programs such as literacy programs, youth scholarship programs, football camps and celebrity basketball events. The event is planned for Super Bowl weekend as a charity fundraiser with 25% of the proceeds going to Maddbacker Foundation. The special event liquor license was submitted by Alisha Elaine Harris. If this license is approved, the total days expended by this applicant will be nine 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 City of Glendale Fire and Police Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical requirements. The Planning Department has reviewed the application and provided an addendum. The addendum states "that Pink Cabaret agrees to comply with Title 4 as required to all sexually oriented businesses and adult cabarets". Maddbacker proposes to hold the event at the Pink Cabaret, which is an adult sexually oriented business that does not currently possess a liquor license. This event would be a significant change in business practice for an establishment that would normally be prohibited by law from allowing the sale or consumption of liquor on the premises. Such an event would take place without all of the oversights, controls and ongoing obligations of a full-time liquor licensee and would be inconsistent with community interests and values. 9 Therefore, it is staff's recommendation to forward the application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of disapproval. Mr. John Weston, representative of the Pink Cabaret, addressed the Council. Mr. Weston stated that the Pink Cabaret had recently opened for business and has made a sound and fiscal investment in,Glendale and has become part of the business community. He expressed his disappointment in staff's recommendation not to approve this application. He explained that his client wanted to become involved in a worthwhile cause and raise money for children's charities. He stated that the Pink Cabaret and similar businesses were strongly regulated with great management attention being paid to age and conduct issues. In addition, the temporary liquor license would be strongly regulated with the controls and penalties associated with potential violations. He added that they were very well situated for this application because of their management experience in dealing with alcohol in other adult entertainment facilities in the valley, with no negative incidents. He stated that the Pink Cabaret was here to stay in the area and would like to do its part for a worthy cause and be a good citizen in the community. He asked the Council to consider approval of this application. Councilmember Goulet inquired as to the narrative report given to Council on literacy programs, youth scholarship programs, football camps and celebrity basketball events. He asked how these events would be held at the Pink Cabaret. Mr. Weston stated that the Maddbacker Foundation representative would provide more information on the matter. Councilmember Lieberman stated that he too would like further information on the charitable organization. He noted that he was not familiar with the Maddbacker Foundation and saw no Arizona connection. He added that he would like to know all about this organization and who was on the board. Councilmember Clark commented that she would also like to know more about the Maddbacker Foundation. She also asked Mr. Weston what would be occurring at this event. She asked if it would be business as usual with adult entertainment, including the sale of liquor, which to her understanding was not permissible. Mr. Weston stated that should the Council decide to grant this permit for the nine days, it would comply with all the rules and regulation of title four, the state liquor statute. Councilmember Clark stated that the applicant, the Maddbacker Foundation, was allowed ten days per year for a special event liquor license. She asked what would prevent the Pink Cabaret from applying for a liquor license every week or by-weekly. Mr. Weston explained that the Pink Cabaret could not decide on its own to open up and become a charitable event. Also, he said the Council can always decide to approve or disapprove if the permit was being abused. 10 Councilmember Clark asked if it was the intent of the Pink Cabaret to encourage the use of their facility for other charitable events. Mr. Weston stated he was happy to state unequivocally, that there were no other plans. Mayor Scruggs commented that she too had tried to obtain information on the Maddbacker Foundation, however was unsuccessful in finding out many of the questions being asked tonight. She stated that the Maddbacker Foundation could continue their fundraising efforts at another location, which was not prohibited by law from having a liquor license. She further added that if the Pink Cabaret should decide to raise funds for children's charities, they could donate a percentage of Super Bowl profits to those charities. Mr. Weston reiterated that there was not a prohibition in regards to obtaining a liquor license for an adult business. He asked for Mr. Shuey to come forward and explain the statute. Mayor Scruggs stated she believes that there was a law of some sort that precludes the serving of alcoholic beverages in certain types of sexually oriented business. She understood that that the liquor licenses could only be obtained by a business, which operated in a certain way with regard to the amount of clothing or lack of it allowed. Mr. Weston reiterated his statement that there was no prohibition in obtaining a liquor license for an adult entertainment setting. He cited the referendum campaign in Scottsdale in which he was involved. Mayor Scruggs asked Mr. Tindall to clarify. Mr. Craig Tindall, City Attorney, stated that Mayor Scruggs was correct in stating that if the sexually oriented business conducts their business in a certain way, they cannot have a liquor licenses. To put it another way, to obtain a liquor license they would have to conduct their business in accordance with the state statute. Mayor Scruggs stated that in this case, what they were being asked to do was to grant a liquor license to an establishment and allow them to operate their business in the same way. Mr. Weston interjected and stated that it was not the case. The Pink Cabaret was always prepared to comply as it must, and make whatever changes necessary so that it may operate lawfully and remain consistent with laws in both Glendale and the State of Arizona. He apologized for the miscommunication. Vice Mayor Martinez commented on the three liquor license applications that had been approved earlier, one of them being a charitable event being held at Westgate. He noted that Westgate was a more appropriate setting. Ms. Alisha Harris, representative of the Maddbacker Foundation, addressed the Council. She stated that in response to some of the earlier questions, the foundation was based out of Sacramento with only a volunteer base. The foundation was started by a retired NFL player, which is why they targeted the Super Bowl weekend. She explained she was their marketing and event coordinator and only works on one event per year. She stated that the foundation wanted to expand their literacy programs, youth scholarship programs and football camps and leagues. She explained the owner of the Pink Cabaret was willing to help the foundation by dedicating a percentage of the 11 proceeds to the foundation, without them having to paying for the venue or security, which other establishments would require you to do since this was a big weekend. She was not aware that they did not have a liquor license. She stated that she still believes this is a good way to raise money for a good cause with 100% of the proceeds going into the charitable programs. Councilmember Goulet asked Ms. Harris if any of these camps would take place in Glendale. Ms. Harris stated that at the moment there were no plans to extend the camp to the Glendale area, especially since they were still trying to raise funds at this point. She stated that they had a very small operation, but would like to expand to other cities in the future. Councilmember Goulet inquired as to the age range of participants in these programs. Ms. Harris stated that they work with sixth to eighth graders and would like to expand to the elementary school level once they had more staff. Councilmember Goulet asked Ms. Harris if she would be contacting any schools or had any affiliation with any youth groups in this area. Ms. Harris responded that she did not. Councilmember Lieberman asked Ms. Harris if any of the funds raised would remain in Arizona or are they only for use in California. He stated that he was unclear on that issue. He also asked if the foundation had any information in a pamphlet form or any literature that talked about their goals. Ms. Harris stated that they did have one, but she hadn't brought it with her. She stated that in addition to her foundation, there was another charitable organization based in Glendale that will be profiting. Councilmember Lieberman asked if they had any plans to distribute any of the funds raised within Arizona. Ms. Harris stated that at the moment there was not, however as stated before, their goal was to expand. Councilmember Lieberman inquired as to how the Pink Cabaret was chosen as the site. Ms. Harris stated she had started conversation with them on the possibility of having a fundraiser, and the Pink Cabaret had offered to work with the foundation. Mr. Jerry Lewkowitz addressed the council. He stated he wanted to make his comments short. He stated he wanted to make the Council aware that there was a difference in the law between a special event charity liquor license and a regular license. He explained that in order to comply with the event license, they would have to change the clothing requirements, age limit and hours of operations. He added they were willing to comply with those requirements should they be granted the application. He also complemented the Maddbacker Foundation for their work in raising money for children. Councilmember Knaack asked Mr. Lewkowitz if he could be more specific as far as the clothing requirements for an event license. Mr. Lewkowitz stated that certain parts needed to be covered as well as the dancing suppressed. Councilmember Knaack asked if it was known what the profit revenue would be for an event like this. Mr. Lewkowitz said he didn't know but having the Super Bowl in town makes this a very 12 special time for vendors and businesses in the area. He added he had no doubt this would be a lucrative endeavor. Mayor Scruggs commented that she was still having a hard time understanding this event and the reasoning behind it. She stated that it had been said people would be going to this establishment looking for that type of entertainment; however the Pink Cabaret would have to change their way of doing business to obtain the license, therefore not presenting the patrons what they expected. She stated that in her view, this was a very illogical request. Councilmember Frate asked Mr. Lewkowitz who would be in charge of monitoring the event to see that everything was being followed to the letter of the law. Mr. Lewkowitz assured Council there would be adequate security as stated in the application. Mr. Lewkowitz commented on Mayor Scruggs statement that this was not a logical request. He said all they were changing was the clothing, age and hours. Mayor Scruggs reiterated her views on having the event at the Pink Cabaret. She explained that the foundation could have applied at any other location to raise the funds for their work with children, rather than have it at a venue that created all these difficulties. She also commented on the fact that this foundation was going to raise money to take back to California and expected to first expand to Colorado or Ohio, not Arizona. She added that granting this application presented issues and problems such as security and the fact that liquor was normally prohibited in these types of establishments. Councilmember Clark stated that she agreed, with the goals of the foundation and had no problems with them or that it was based in California. She said her reservations were that she was not in favor of granting a liquor license to an establishment had no experience in selling liquor on a regular basis. She agreed with a certain phrase from the staff report, which stated it would be inconsistent with the community's interest and values. She said she supports staff's recommendation of denial. Councilmember Goulet stated that he supported the recommendation of denial for two important reasons. The reasons behind their presentation were not well thought out. He said in his view, to tie this charity event to this type of location for the benefit of children was a poor choice for the community. Councilmember Frate commented that he too would not support this application. He did support charitable fund raising for good causes but not with a liquor license in this case. He stated he did not want to set a precedent in granting this application. Therefore, as stated before by Councilmember Goulet, their recommendation for denial will be forwarded to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control which makes the final decision. 13 Councilmember Knaack said the Council admires any charitable organization; however she did not want to set a precedent in granting approval. She commented on some citizens having issues with the establishment already, without the liquor and did not want the citizens to think the city was somehow going back on their word of not allowing the sale of liquor. In addition, as said by Councilmember Frate, this did not preclude them from still having their event only without liquor. Vice Mayor Martinez stated he will also be supporting staffs recommendation of denial and would like to see someone present from staff when this comes before the Arizona Liquor board. Mayor Scruggs stated she hopes the Pink Cabaret and the Maddbacker Foundation find a way to raise funds through those nine days. She added they could still have the event without the liquor license. She wished both Pink Cabaret and the Maddbacker Foundation luck in their endeavor to raise funds for children. It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Martinez, to recommend denial of a Special Event Liquor License for Maddbacker Foundation for a charity fundraiser to be held at Pink Cabaret, 6789 West Northern Avenue, on January 30 and 31, 2008 and from February 1 through 7, 2008. The motion carried unanimously. 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. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on Tuesday, February 5, 2008, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38- 431.03. The motion carried unanimously. CITIZEN COMMENTS Ms. Lisa Hicks, a Sahuaro resident, was scheduled to speak, however was unavailable when Mayor Scruggs called her forward. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Clark commented on the Super Bowl and all the work and pressures staff was under. She stated she was very grateful and appreciated all the hard work done on a regular basis and also for the extraordinary efforts being put forth in the next couple of weeks. Councilmember Goulet also wanted to thank staff for all their efforts leading up to this important event. He asked for the citizens to be patient for the next couple of weeks going into this major event. 14 Councilmember Lieberman thanked staff for their outstanding job. He reminded everyone that the Chocolate Affaire would be held on Saturday, February 2"d. He invited everyone to attend. Councilmember Frate commented on his role of being a spelling judge at the Glendale Elementary School district. He said it had been very intense and was very impressed by the children participating. He reminded everyone to watch their children around water especially at Super Bowl parties. Councilmember Knaack stated that this was Glendale's time to shine and staff was doing a fabulous job in getting the city ready. She said she had no doubt that when this was all over, Glendale will be voted the best. Mayor Scruggs stated that she also wanted to congratulate and thank staff on all the fine work done. She wanted them to know how much it was appreciated and how much they were admired. She noted she was pleased to see everyone working as a team and as planned. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:25 p.m. Pamela Hanna - City Clerk 15