HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet - Meeting Date: 2/26/2008 (17)MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
HELD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008, AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Manuel D. Martinez, with the
following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark, Steven E. Frate, David M. Goulet,
Yvonne J. Knaack, and H. Philip Lieberman. Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs was absent from
the meeting.
Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City
Manager; Craig Tindall, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk.
Vice Mayor Martinez welcomed the Boy Scouts and the students from Apollo
High School Student Council.
COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE VII, SECTION 6(c) OF THE GLENDALE CHARTER
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the two resolutions and one
ordinance to be considered at the meeting were available for public examination and the
title posted at City Hall more than 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 12, 2008 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the
reading of the minutes of the February 12, 2008 City Council Meeting, as each
member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them
as written. The motion carried unanimously.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
This is a request for the City Council to approve the recommended appointments
to the following boards, commissions and other bodies that have a vacancy or expired
term and for the Mayor to administer the Oath of Office to those appointees in
attendance.
Effective Expiration
Commission on Persons with Disabilities
Hendrix, Erik Mayoral Appointment 2/27/2008 2/27/2010
Historic Preservation Commission
Zomok, Charles – Chair Ocotillo Appointment 4/13/2008 4/13/2009
Atkins, Judy – Vice Chair Cactus Appointment 4/13/2008 4/13/2009
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Library Advisory Board
Shuttleworth, Brianna Barrel Reappointment 5/27/2008 5/27/2009
Donley, Camille Cholla Appointment 4/13/2008 4/13/2010
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
Liebman, Jonathan Cholla Appointment 4/9/2008 4/9/2010
Passmore, Rod – Chair Ocotillo Appointment 2/26/2008 2/26/2009
Farley, Liz – Vice Chair Sahuaro Appointment 2/26/2008 2/26/2009
Planning Commission
Stahl, Natalie – Chair Ocotillo Reappointment 3/28/2008 3/28/2009
Tennyson, Michele – Vice Chair Cholla Reappointment 3/28/2008 3/28/2009
The recommendation was to make appointments to the boards, commissions
and other bodies and administer the Oaths of Office.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Frate, to appoint Erik
Hendrix to the Commission on Persons with Disabilities; Charles Zomok and
Judy Atkins to the Historic Preservation Commission; Brianna Shuttleworth and
Camille Donley to the Library Advisory Board; Jonathan Liebman, Rod Passmore
and Liz Farley to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission; and Natalie Stahl
and Michele Tennyson to the Planning Commission, for the terms listed above.
The motion carried unanimously.
Vice Mayor Martinez called the appointees present forward and issued the oath
of office. Those called forward are Erik Hendrix, Charles Zomok, Judy Atkins, Brianna
Shuttleworth, Jonathan Liebman, Rod Passmore, Liz Farley and Natalie Stahl.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 7 and Ms.
Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 8 and 9 by
number and title.
1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1169 TOTAL WINE AND MORE #1002
This is a request for the City Council to approve a new non-transferable Series
10 (Liquor Store – Beer and Wine) license for Total Wine and More #1002, located at
17550 North 75th Avenue #300. The Arizona State application (number 10075445) was
submitted by Nicholas Carl Guttilla.
The 60-day deadline for processing this application was February 19, 2008. A
request for extension was submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses. The location
of the establishment is 17550 North 75th Avenue #300 and is within the Sahuaro District,
zoned PAD (planned area development). This establishment is over 300 feet from any
school or church. This is a new Series 10 license application submitted by Nicholas
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Carl Guttilla. Total Wine and More holds a Series 06 liquor license for this location and
the addition of a Series 10 liquor license will allow it to offer its customers all of the
benefits of a full-service retail outlet. The population density is 13,378 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
37 as listed below:
Series Type Quantity
3 Microbrewery 2
6 Bar – All Liquor 1
7 Bar – Beer and Wine 2
9 Liquor Store – All Liquor 2
10 Liquor Store – Beer and Wine 7
12 Restaurant – All Liquor 23
Total 37
No protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
The City of Glendale Planning and Police Departments, as well as the Maricopa
County Health Department, have reviewed the application and determined that it meets
all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staff’s recommendation to forward this
application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with a
recommendation of approval.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1170 CARNICERIA ZAMORA
This is a request for the City Council to approve a new non-transferable Series
10 (Liquor Store – Beer and Wine) license, operating with an interim permit. Carniceria
Zamora is located at 6256 North 43rd Avenue, Suite 1. The Arizona State application
(number 10075548) was submitted by Eliseo Gomez.
The 60-day deadline for processing this application is March 2, 2008. The
location of the establishment is 6256 North 43rd Avenue, Suite 1 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, operating with an interim permit by
Eliseo Gomez. The population density is 27,183 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 21 as listed below:
Series Type Quantity
6 Bar – All Liquor 4
7 Bar – Beer and Wine 1
9 Liquor Store – All Liquor 6
10 Liquor Store – Beer and Wine 9
12 Restaurant – All Liquor 1
Total 21
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No protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
The City of Glendale Planning and Police Departments, as well as the Maricopa
County Health Department, have reviewed the application and determined that it meets
all technical requirements. Therefore, it is staff’s recommendation to forward this
application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with a
recommendation of approval.
3. CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 2: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
- GLENDALE REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING CENTER
This is a request for the City Council to approve contract amendment number two
in the amount of $330,000 to the professional services agreement dated June 28, 2005
with Lawrence Enyart Architects. This amendment is for the additional design services
that were required to complete the Phase One improvements to the Glendale Regional
Public Safety Training Center that were approved by Council on February 27, 2007.
This amendment identifies Lawrence Enyart Architects specifically as the
architectural firm completing the necessary design work and will allow spending
authorization for those services.
The Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center will augment public safety’s
ability to train public safety personnel, ensuring that Council’s goal of one community
focused on public safety for citizens and visitors is accomplished.
The additional work included the medical clinic-health center, firing range liner
design and coordination, simulated fire station modifications, design of a separate
training water system and other associated changes for facility functionality. The
amendment also includes specialty environmental engineering services necessary for
an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Aquifer Protection Permit and analysis
services for the proposed firing range liner.
On June 13, 2006, the Council approved contract amendment number one to the
professional services agreement with Lawrence Enyart Architects in the amount of
$1,061,761.
In July 2004, the Council approved a contract with Lawrence Enyart Architects to
develop the GRPSTC master plan. The project was presented at Council Budget
Workshops on April 5 and 19, 2005 and approved as part of the Fiscal Year 2005-06
budget.
The Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center will provide the Glendale
Fire and Police Departments the ability to train public safety employees to meet current
and future needs. This center benefits the West Valley communities and citizens
through public safety. It will allow an enhanced level of service and safety to our
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communities; training to obtain proficiency certifications; and it will increase safety by
providing to the city’s public safety employees drivers training, confined space training,
firefighting, extrication, EMS, leadership and mandated training.
Funds for this project are available in Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital Improvement
Plan.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $330,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
EOC/Training Facility Phase I, 2040-75019-551200 - $300,000
Training Facility Phase I, 1270-85004-551200 - $30,000
The recommendation was to approve contract amendment number two to the
professional services agreement with Lawrence Enyart Architects in the amount of
$330,000 for additional design services necessary to complete Phase One of the
Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center.
4. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE GLENDALE YOUTH
SPORTS COMPLEX
This is a request for the City Council to approve a construction contract to
Knucks Corporation in the amount of $167,455 for concession facility improvements
located at the Glendale Youth Sports Complex.
The construction improvements address the Council’s strategic goal of providing
high-quality services for citizens. It also addresses goals of the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan by: providing facilities and services that are safe for participants and city
staff; providing high-quality parks and recreation facilities in a manner that is efficient
and cost effective; and initiates and cultivates cooperation between the Parks and
Recreation Department, public agencies and private entities as it relates to
development, maintenance, and shared use of recreation facilities and services.
The City of Glendale, Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority (AZSTA), and the
Fiesta Bowl agreed to develop and construct the sports and recreational complex
adjacent to the University of Phoenix Stadium. The sports complex fields are utilized as
a park facility for use by youth sports and community groups, and also as turf parking
for University of Phoenix Stadium events.
Phase I construction was completed in August of 2006, and included four
practice fields, one feature field with scoreboard, field lighting, irrigation system, goal
posts and a facility that included team rooms, lockers, and two concessions areas that
accommodate pre-packaged food sales only.
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Phase II construction includes the recent installation of bleachers, press box, and
sound system for the feature field that was in part funded by the $50,000 NFL
Grassroots Grant awarded in 2007. The construction schedule allowed the bleacher
project to be completed prior to the Super Bowl.
The improvements to the facility’s two concession areas and restrooms will
complete Phase II. As not to interfere with the Fiesta Bowl and Super Bowl events, the
concession improvements were scheduled for an early spring 2008 timeline. Once the
concession improvements are completed, the venue will allow for the production and
sale of hot and cold food and non-alcoholic beverages at events and activities hosted at
the Glendale Youth Sports Complex. These improvements address user needs and
assist in providing a higher level of service to the participants, spectators, and
attendees, as well as increasing the ability to enhance additional cost recovery
opportunities through the sale of a wider variety of concession alternatives.
On September 26, 2006, the City Council approved the License Management
and Maintenance Agreement with Global Spectrum to operate and maintain the
Glendale Youth Sports Complex.
On October 25, 2005, the City Council approved the construction of the Glendale
Youth Sports Complex.
On July 26, 2005, the City Council approved intergovernmental agreements with
the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority (AZSTA) and the Fiesta Bowl that included
providing funding for the construction of the Glendale Youth Sports Complex. The
AZSTA provided $1 million and the Fiesta Bowl provided $500,000.
Through Global Spectrum’s facility management expertise, the community will
benefit from the professional concessionaire operating at all programs, activities, and
special events hosted at the facility. In addition, the concessionaire would provide the
facility with professional, adult-supervised operation, and enhance additional cost
recovery opportunities for the complex. In 2007, over 4,600 individuals participated in
activities, such as youth football, soccer, and lacrosse held at the complex drawing
nearly 13,000 spectators.
The costs for the improvements are included in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital
Improvement Plan.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $167,455
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Park and Feature Fields, 1000-81022-551400
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The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to award a construction
contract in the amount of $167,455 to Knucks Corporation for improvements to
Glendale Youth Sports Complex.
5. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT – ZONE 4
GROUNDWATER TREATMENT PLANT PHASE II
This is a request for the City Council to approve Amendment Number 1 to the
professional services agreement with CH2M HILL, Inc. for the Zone 4 (Oasis)
Groundwater Treatment Plant Phase II. This agreement includes final engineering
design, assistance with developing the final construction cost estimate for the treatment
plant and the groundwater wells, and construction administration services.
This project is consistent with the Council goal of providing high-quality service
for Glendale residents. The Zone 4 Groundwater Treatment Plant will provide additional
water capacity to the overall water supply infrastructure to meet the growing demands.
The Zone 4 Groundwater Treatment Plant was recommended in the 2003 Water
Mater Plan. The plant will increase the water supply by up to 10 million gallons per day.
The groundwater treatment plant will treat water from city wells to meet regulatory
standards and reduce the nitrate levels through an ion-exchange process.
On September 25, 2007, the Council approved the professional services
agreements with CH2M HILL, Inc. to provide the preliminary design of the Zone 4
Groundwater Treatment Plant.
This project will boost the overall water supply capacity of the city. This will
ensure the city will continue to consistently meet the growing water demand and provide
high-quality water to residents and businesses in the City of Glendale.
Funding for this project is available in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 and Fiscal Year
2008-09 Capital Improvement Plan.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $3,782,536
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Zn4 Groundwater Trtment Plant FY 2007-08: 2400-61036-551200 - $1,200,000
Zn4 Groundwater Trtment Plant FY 2008-09: 2400-61036-551200 - $2,582,536
The recommendation was to approve Amendment Number 1 to the Professional
Services Agreement with CH2M HILL, Inc. for the Zone 4 (Oasis) Groundwater
Treatment Plant Phase II in an amount not to exceed $3,782,536.
6. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - WATERLINE REPLACEMENTS
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This is a request for the City Council to approve a professional services
agreement with Achen Gardner Engineering, LLC for pre-construction services as the
Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR) in an amount not to exceed $230,480.74. Achen
Gardner Engineering, LLC will provide value engineering recommendations for the
current engineering design and will develop a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for
the construction phase of the project. The project is needed to replace aging waterlines
that have required excessive maintenance to remain in operation.
One of the Council’s strategic goals is high-quality service for citizens. This
contract will allow the city to continue to provide high-quality water and continuous water
pressure by providing new waterlines that will reduce pipeline breakage and emergency
shut downs.
In February of 2004, CH2M HILL, Inc. issued our water distribution system report
that recommended a long-term waterline replacement program that was priority based.
The waterlines in this project were identified in the report. Through a request for
proposals process in 2006, two engineering firms were selected to design the
replacement project. Through a recent Request for Proposals process, Achen Gardner
Engineering, LLC was selected out of three construction companies as the CMAR to
perform the pre-construction and construction phase of the project.
On October 24, 2006, the Council approved a professional services agreement
with Brown and Caldwell and Primatech to provide design and construction
administration services for pipeline replacements project.
This would enhance the integrity of the pipeline infrastructure, minimize pipeline
breakage and service interruptions, and improve water quality, thus benefiting the
community significantly.
Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital Improvement Plan.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $230,480.74
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Line Replacement & Extension – 2400-61013-551200
The recommendation was to authorize the City Manager to enter into a
professional services agreement with Achen Gardner Engineering, LLC for pre-
construction services of the CMAR, in an amount not to exceed $230,480.74.
7. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT – CITY COURT BUILDING
DESIGN CONSULTING SERVICES
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This is a request for City Council approval of a professional services agreement
with Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, Inc. (HOK) for design consulting services for the
new City Court Building. HOK, Inc. will provide programming services and develop the
design-build bridging documents.
This item addresses the 2007-08 City Council Strategic Goal of one community
focused on public safety for citizens and visitors. A key objective of this goal is to begin
phased implementation of Court, Police and Fire plans.
The city will utilize the Design-Build process for the construction of the new Court
building. HOK will develop the Bridging-Design documents that will establish the project
requirements, building function, architectural exterior and interior, general floor plans,
and building materials and systems (e.g.: heating/cooling, audio/visual, etc.). The
Design-Builder will use the Bridging documents to establish a Guaranteed Maximum
Price to provide the services necessary to construct the new Court building. The
process to select the Design-Builder will start in March 2008. The new City Court
complex is scheduled to be completed at the end of 2009 and go into service in January
2010. The City Court complex will have signature elements designed to complement
new development nearby and act as the anchor of the eastern “gateway” area leading
toward downtown Glendale.
The city’s existing Court building is located in downtown Glendale and was built
approximately 18 years ago. During this time, Glendale’s population has more than
doubled. With the planned expansion to the west area of the valley and the addition of
the sports complexes, the city’s needs have exceeded the function of the existing Court
facility.
In 2004, the city selected a location for the new Court building on the southwest
corner of 47th and Glendale Avenues. The site occupies approximately five acres. An
existing building currently on this site will be razed prior to the design-build phase of this
project. In 2004, the city hired HOK to conduct a City Court Needs Assessment, which
supported the construction of the new Court building.
In November of 2007, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was advertised and sent to
architectural firms to obtain the professional services necessary to perform this work.
Two firms submitted. A selection committee, consisting of staff from City Courts,
Prosecutors Office, Planning, Facilities Management, Engineering, and a professional
architect with Michael Baker Engineering, selected HOK, Inc. as the best qualified firm
to provide the required services.
In 2004, the Council approved the purchase of the property located at 4701 W.
Glendale Avenue. The purchase agreement was formally ratified in January of 2005.
On January 30, 2007, the Council directed that the Court be the sole city tenant on the
site.
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Redevelopment of underperforming properties will spur economic development in
the area.
A new enhanced Court building will allow the city to continue meeting the needs
of Glendale residents and provide better customer service.
Funds for this project are available in the Fiscal Year 2007-08 Capital
Improvement Plan, City Court Building, Account No. 2040-75020.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $730,390
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
City Court Building, 2040-75020-551200
The recommendation was to approve the professional services agreement with
Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, Inc. in the amount of $730,390 and authorize the City
Manager to execute all documents necessary to implement the agreement.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
8. GREATER ARIZONA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
GRANT FOR NEW COURT BUILDING
This is a request for the City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the
application and acceptance of a grant for $24,000 from the Arizona Department of
Commerce Greater Arizona Development Authority (GADA). The grant will provide
technical assistance for evaluating design and construction options for environmental
sustainability elements in the new court building.
This request supports the Council strategic goals of a city with high-quality
services for citizens and a city that is fiscally sound.
GADA was created to assist political subdivisions, special districts and tribal
governments in the developing and financing of public infrastructure projects by
providing technical assistance and financial loans and grants. GADA’s grants are
intended for eligible public infrastructure projects that are in the early or exploratory
phases of project development, as well as general planning related to public
infrastructure development. It explores design and construction considerations which
may result in long-term cost savings through reduced operating and maintenance costs
such as analyzing and conserving water and energy usage; maximizing energy
efficiency; purchasing energy efficient materials and equipment and reusable materials;
and waste reduction. The technical assistance grant will help identify, specify and
quantify the potential savings and environmental benefits. By pursuing environmentally
friendly approaches in designing the new court building, the city is also promoting and
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encouraging safe construction practices that not only benefit the environment, but that
also benefit the occupants of the building by exploring methods that address
environmental health.
If approved, the GADA grant will support the coordinated efforts of contracted
architectural consultants from the International Facilities Group, LLC and H.O.K.,
Incorporated to evaluate environmentally sensitive design and construction options for
the new court building.
On January 30, 2007, the Council concluded during a workshop that the City
Court would be the sole occupant on the property purchased for the new court building
at 4701 West Glendale Avenue.
On December 21, 2004, the Council directed staff to move forward with the
purchase of approximately 5.051 acres of property located at 4701 West Glendale
Avenue for the development of a Public Safety and City Court complex.
On April 27, 2004, the Council approved a professional services agreement with
H.O.K., Incorporated to provide a Glendale City Court needs assessment for program
development and site selection recommendations.
On November 2, 1999, Glendale voters approved $411.5 million in bond requests
for a variety of proposed capital improvements including funding for a new court building
in accordance with the city’s ten-year Capital Improvement Plan.
The total project cost will be approximately $37,000 for architectural and building
structure fees and project management. A cash match of $10,000 will come from the
existing court design budget and $3,000 of in-kind services will be contributed by court
personnel.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
$24,000 X $13,000 $37,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
City Court Building, 2040-75020-551200
The recommendation was to waive beyond reading the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the application and acceptance of a grant for $24,000 from the
Arizona Department of Commerce Greater Arizona Development Authority (GADA) to
provide technical assistance for evaluating design and construction costs and potential
cost savings of incorporating environmental sustainability concepts in the new court
building.
Resolution No. 4130 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
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COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION TO THE GREATER
ARIZONA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR A TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE GRANT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,000 FOR EVALUATION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUTION
OPTIONS FOR THE NEW CITY COURT BUILDING.
9. ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR GRAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
This is a request for the City Council to authorize the purchase of a property
along Grand Avenue located east of Grand Avenue and west of 63rd avenue for access
control and beautification improvements in an amount not to exceed $590,000.
One of the Council’s goals is a city with high-quality services for citizens.
Improving and providing transportation options within the city will assist in achieving this
goal. Grand Avenue improvements also relate to the goal of one community with quality
economic development and planned improvements will advance this goal by converting
remnant properties to be placed in the highest and best use. One community with a
vibrant city center is a Council goal that will be achieved by improving the appearance
of Grand Avenue for visitors to downtown Glendale.
The Glendale Grand Design Concept Study was completed in 2003 and was
followed by the Maricopa Association of Government’s Grand Major Investment Study,
Phase II in 2006, which recommended street improvements and right-of-way
acquisitions for access control and beautification improvements.
Improvements to control access along Grand Avenue include closing driveways,
adding right turn lanes and closing medians. In addition, to improve the aesthetics
along Grand Avenue, landscaping and sidewalks will be added, and utilities will be
placed underground.
Both Glendale and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) funds are
programmed to improve access control and beautify Grand Avenue. Glendale funds
are focused on securing right-of-way and ADOT funds will be used for design and
construction.
This parcel is needed as part of access control and beautification along Grand
Avenue. The design concept for this property is to close access to Grand and install
new sidewalk and landscaping. Extra right-of-way is needed to accommodate a future
direct access ramp to Northern Avenue. The right-of-way needed takes a significant
portion of the veterinarian hospital building. Alternative access to the remnant property
will be provided from 63rd Avenue as opportunities for economic development are
considered in this area.
The property to be acquired for Grand Avenue improvements is described below:
East of Grand Avenue and West of 63rd Avenue
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Pet Care Veterinary Group, LLC, owner of property located east of Grand
Avenue and west of 63rd Avenue, will sell approximately 43,850 square
feet of property for $590,000.
On October 9, 2007, the Council approved the preparation of a Design Concept
Report by DMJM Harris for Grand Avenue between 43rd and 71st Avenues in the
amount of $1,265,113. At this meeting, the Council also authorized an
intergovernmental agreement with ADOT to complete this Design Concept Report. The
city will take the lead in the Design Concept Report for Grand Avenue improvements
and ADOT will reimburse Glendale for the design costs.
On July 15, 2003, the Council reviewed and provided direction on the proposed
Grand Avenue improvements.
In November of 2001, Glendale voters approved roadway improvements on
Grand Avenue to enhance traffic flow and improve aesthetics within the corridor.
The proposed improvements on Grand Avenue will help improve traffic flow,
enhance safety, improve street lighting, and improve the appearance of Grand Avenue
including landscaping, sign upgrades, sidewalks, and the under-grounding of utilities.
The proposed improvements on Grand Avenue have been presented at each of
the annual GO Program public meetings since 2003.
A public meeting in Glendale was conducted by MAG staff in November of 2004
to receive comments on the draft Grand Avenue MIS, Phase II Report.
Two public meetings were held specifically for Grand Avenue on July 24, 2003
and September 10, 2003.
Funds for right-of-way acquisition and improvements are available in the Fiscal
Year 2007-08 GO transportation program’s capital budget. Additional funds for
relocation and closing costs are anticipated and are available in the Fiscal Year 2007-08
GO transportation program’s capital budget.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $590,000
Account Name, Fund, Account and Line Item Number:
Grand Ave Access Enhancements, 2210-65007-550400
The recommendation was to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to
purchase the property along Grand Avenue located east of Grand Avenue and west of
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63rd Avenue for access control and beautification improvements for the Glendale
Onboard Transportation Program in an amount not to exceed $590,000.
Councilmember Lieberman commented that with this consent agenda being
passed, the first part of the Court House construction will soon be underway. He said
that this was a milestone event for Glendale Avenue and for the continuing development
in the area.
Resolution No. 4131 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY FOR 63rd AVENUE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS BY THE GLENDALE
ONBOARD TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM; AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF
ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAID PURCHASE.
It was moved by Frate, and seconded by Knaack, to approve the
recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 9, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4130 New Series and Resolution No.
4131 New Series, and to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1169 for Total
Wine and More #1002 and Liquor License Application No. 3-1170 for Carniceria
Zamora to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with
the recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING – LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
10. REZONING APPLICATION ZON07-06 (ORDINANCE): COPPER FALLS
COMMERCIAL CENTER – 9470 WEST CAMELBACK ROAD (PUBLIC
HEARING REQUIRED)
Ms. Tabitha Perry, Interim Principal Planner, presented this item.
This is a request by Beus Gilbert, PLLC representing LDR-Camelback 95 LLC,
for the City Council to approve a rezoning request from A-1 (Agricultural District) and C-
O (Commercial Office District) to PAD (Planned Area Development District).
The proposed rezoning is consistent with the General Plan objective of promoting
one community with quality economic development.
The 17.9-acre site is located at the northeast corner of 95th Avenue and
Camelback Road. While a majority of the property is vacant, a 1.65 acre portion of the
site is developed with a bank facility.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of ZON07-06 at a public
hearing on January 3, 2008.
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The requested rezoning is compatible with the General Plan classification of PC
(Planned Commercial) and OFC (Office). Approval of this request would provide a
zoning district that is compatible with the surrounding area.
No one spoke at the Planning Commission public hearing on January 3, 2008.
On March 27, 2007, the applicant sent out 69 notification letters to adjacent
property owners and interested parties, inviting them to a neighborhood meeting held on
April 9, 2007. Four area residents and one Planning Commissioner attended the
neighborhood meeting. There were questions regarding the notification area, the
impact of the proposed project on the adjacent school, the residential buffer, the
maintenance of the site, building size, and the types of tenants that would occupy the
retail shops. The applicant satisfactorily addressed all of the neighbors’ questions.
A Notice of Public Hearing was published in The Glendale Star on December 13,
2007. Notification letters of the public hearing were mailed to 69 adjacent property
owners and interested parties on December 14, 2007. The property was posted on
December 14, 2007.
The recommendation was to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the
title and adopt an ordinance for rezoning application ZON07-06, subject to the
stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Vice Mayor Martinez called the applicant forward to make a presentation.
Ms. Lindsay Schube, applicant’s representative, stated they were in agreement
with all of staff’s stipulations. She thanked the Council for their support on this issue.
Councilmember Clark commented that this planning process had been a long
way coming. She said she was delighted it was finally coming forward. She added that
the residents will be extremely pleased when it is completed.
Vice Mayor Martinez opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 10. As
there were no comments, Vice Mayor Martinez closed the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 2623 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 LOCATED AT 9470 WEST
CAMBELBACK ROAD FROM A-1 (AGRICULTURAL) AND C-O (COMMERCIAL
OFFICE) TO PAD (PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT); AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Lieberman, to approve Ordinance
No. 2623 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following
Councilmembers voting “aye”: Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Martinez, Frate and
Knaack. Members voting “nay”: none.
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REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Frate, to vacate the March 11
and to hold a City Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in Room B-3 of the City Council
Chambers on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, to be followed by an Executive Session
pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03. The motion carried unanimously.
MOTION TO EXCUSE MAYOR SCRUGGS
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Clark, to excuse Mayor
Scruggs from tonight’s Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mr. Keith Cyrnek, a Sahuaro resident, thanked all the city workers for taking care
of the city during the Super Bowl. He said he had an opportunity to go to the event and
everything was perfect. He added that he strongly urges the Council to host another
like event. He also commented on special elections, as well as the beatification of 63rd
Avenue and Country Gables.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Clark read a letter received from the Library Advisory Board
thanking the Council for their current action to proceed with the West Branch Library.
The Chair of the Board stated that citizen feedback indicated 60% of the attendees had
said the library was a vital part of park planning, therefore, making it the number one
amenity mentioned for inclusion on the site.
Councilmember Goulet commented that in one week the downtown parking
garage will open for residents and guests who park downtown. He said new restaurants
will also be opening on the site. He welcomes and is pleased with all the new
development in the downtown area.
Councilmember Lieberman stated that he had been a Boy Scout 67 years ago
and still values their principles and standards to this day. He thanked the Boy Scouts
for attending tonight’s meeting.
Councilmember Frate commented on the Spring Fling hosted on February 16,
2008. He said over 250 people had attended this great community event. He stated
that they learned about their city and city services. He also commented on Serve Day,
an event held by churches who ask for volunteers to help in the community. The
Community Church of Joy had about 40 people cleaning along Thunderbird Paseo.
Councilmember Frate said in conclusion; remember to always children around water.
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Vice Mayor Martinez commented on a Cholla neighborhood meeting this
Thursday at 6:30 at the Legends Elementary School. He encouraged all Cholla
residents to attend. He also thanked the Boy Scout Troop and the Apollo School
Student Council for attending tonight.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
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Pamela Hanna - City Clerk
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