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MINUTES OF THE
GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
5850 West Glendale Avenue
August 11, 2009
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, and Yvonne J. Knaack.
Councilmember H. Philip Lieberman was absent.
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 3 resolutions and 4 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 23, 2009 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the reading of the
minutes of the June 23, 2009, Regular City Council meeting, as each member of the Council had
been provided copies in advance, and approved them as written. The motion carried
unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
DROWNING IMPACT AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION
This is a request for City Council to proclaim August 2009 as Drowning Impact Awareness
Month in the City of Glendale for support of Water Watchers at Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Drowning Impact Awareness month is a statewide effort to bring attention to the potential
consequences of childhood drowning and the simple steps we can take to prevent them. The
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drowning incidents in Arizona take the lives of the equivalent of a classroom of children each
year.
The proclamation will be presented to Tiffaney Isaacson, Water Safety Coordinator with Phoenix
Children's Hospital.
Drowning Impact Awareness Month is part of the drowning prevention community outreach
program at Phoenix's Children's Hospital. Together the Mayor and Council, Glendale Fire
Department, Glendale Parks and Recreation Department and Phoenix Children's Hospital work
vigorously every year to prevent childhood drowning by providing water safety awareness,
education, CPR classes and swim lessons.
The recommendation is to present the proclamation to Tiffaney Isaacson, Water Safety
Coordinator, with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Mayor Scruggs asked Councilmember Frate to come forward and speak on this item.
Councilmember Frate stated he has been involved with drowning prevention for over eight years.
It began when he attended a Phoenix Children's Hospital program, which touched his heart. He
explained he learned of the many unnecessary drowning and how their life was altered even if
they survived. He mentioned his support for the Fire Fighters drowning awareness program
which has helped prevention tremendously. He indicated that the month of August has the
highest amount of drowning across the United States. He encouraged everyone to practice safety
awareness around their own pools and teach children how to swim.
Mayor Scruggs thanked Ms. Tiffaney Isaacson and Councilmember Frate for their dedication to
water safety.
Ms. Tiffaney Isaacson thanked Mayor Scruggs and Council for the proclamation. She said she
was proud of Glendale's commitment to water safety. They have already lost 12 children in
Maricopa County this year, with two of those deaths in Glendale. She once again thanked the
Council, the Fire Department and Parks and Recreation for their hard work and support of water
safety.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 15 and Ms. Pamela
Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 16 through 18 by number and
title.
1. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE, MOUNTAIN LIONS BASEBALL BOOSTER
CLUB, AUGUST 22, 28, AND SEPTEMBER 13, 2009
This is a request for City Council to approve a special event liquor license for the Mountain
Lions Baseball Booster Club. The event will be held at Westgate City Center located at 6770
North Sunrise Boulevard on Saturday, August 22 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 28
from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The
purpose of this special event liquor license is for Cardinals football tailgating fundraiser.
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If this application is approved,the total number of days expended by this applicant will be five of
the allowed 10 days per calendar year. Under the provisions of A.R.S. § 4-203.02, the Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control may issue a special event liquor license only if
Council recommends approval of such license.
The City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire Departments have reviewed the application and
determined that it meets all technical requirements.
Based on the information provided under the background, it is staffs recommendation to
forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1244, EL PRESIDENTE
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license. El Presidente is located at 5171 West Bell Road, The Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control application(No. 12078022)was submitted by Ricardo Sahagun Sr.
The location of the establishment is 5171 West Bell Road and is located within the Sahuaro
District. The property is zoned M-1 (Light Industrial). The population density within a one-mile
radius is 12,359. This series 12 is a new license, operating with an interim permit, therefore, the
approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area. The number
of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar—All Liquor 4
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 3
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 2
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 4
12 Restaurant 16
Total 29
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staff's recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1245, CAFE GA HYANG
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This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license. Cafe Ga Hyang is located at 4362 West Olive Avenue. The Arizona Department of
Liquor Licenses and Control application(No. 12078044) was submitted by Denny Tae Kang.
The location of the establishment is 4362 West Olive Avenue and is located within the Cactus
District. The property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The population density within a
one-mile radius is 21,358. This series 12 is a new license, operating with an interim permit,
therefore, the approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area.
The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar—All Liquor 9
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 3
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 5
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 6
12 Restaurant 9
Total 32
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staff's recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
4. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1246, CIRCLE K
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Circle K is located at 5908 West Thunderbird Road. The Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10075808) was submitted by Kim
Kenneth Kwiatkowski.
The location of the establishment is 5908 West Thunderbird Road and is located within the
Sahuaro District. The property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The population density
within a one-mile radius is 16,107. This series 10 is a new license, operating with an interim
permit, therefore, the approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in
the area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar—All Liquor 2
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 4
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 4
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 5
12 Restaurant 6
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Total 21
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staff's recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
5. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1247. CIRCLE K
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Circle K is located at 7870 West Bell Road. The Arizona Department
of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10075804) was submitted by Kim Kenneth
Kwiatkowski.
The location of the establishment is 7870 West Bell Road and is located within the Sahuaro
District. The property is zoned PAD (Planned Area Development). The population density
within a one-mile radius is 11,050. This series 10 is a new license, operating with an interim
permit, therefore, the approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in
the area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
03 Domestic Micro—Brewery 2
05 Government 1
06 Bar—All Liquor 4
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 1
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 4
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 9
12 Restaurant 31 _
Total 52
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staffs recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
6. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1248, CIRCLE K
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This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Circle K is located at 20203 North 67th Avenue. The Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10075805) was submitted by Kim
Kenneth Kwiatkowski.
The location of the establishment is 20203 North 67th Avenue and is located within the Cholla
District. The property is zoned SC (Shopping Center). The population density within a one-mile
radius is 18,901. This series 10 is a new license, operating with an interim permit, therefore, the
approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area. The number
of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar—All Liquor 2
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 2
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 2
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 1
12 Restaurant 8
14 Private Club 1
Total 16
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, 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. 3-1249, MY BIG FAT GREEK RESTAURANT
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license. My Big Fat Greek Restaurant is located at 6922 North 95th Avenue, Suite 300. The
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 12078026) was submitted
by Lauren Kay Merrett.
The location of the establishment is 6922 North 95th Avenue, Suite 300 and is located within the
Yucca District. The property is zoned PAD (Planned Area Development). The population
density within a one-mile radius is 5,765. This series 12 is a new license, operating with an
interim permit, therefore, the approval of this license will not increase the number of liquor
licenses in the area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
03 Domestic Micro —Brewery 1
06 Bar—All Liquor 3
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 4
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10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 2
11 Hotel/Motel 1
12 Restaurant 12
Total 23
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, 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. 3-1251, TRADER JOE'S
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, person to person, location to location
transfer series 7 (Bar—Beer and Wine) license. Trader Joe's is located at 7720 West Bell Road.
The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 07076005) was
submitted by H. J. Lewkowitz.
The location of the establishment is 7720 West Bell Road and is located within the Sahuaro
District. The property is zoned PAD (Planned Area Development). The population density
within a one-mile radius is 10,768. This series 7 is a new license, however, the approval of this
license will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area because Trader Joe's currently
has a series 10 liquor license which will be reverted back to the State if this series 7 is approved.
The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
03 Domestic Micro—Brewery 2
05 Government 1
06 Bar—All Liquor 4
07 Bar—Beer and Wine 1
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 4
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 9
12 Restaurant 31
Total 52
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
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Based on information provided under the background, it is staffs recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
9. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1253, ARIZONA PIZZA COMPANY
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license. Arizona Pizza Company is located at 8110 West Union Hills Drive, Building 3, Suite
350. The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 12078048) was
submitted by Rickey Allen Nunley.
The location of the establishment is 8110 West Union Hills Drive, Building 3, Suite 350 and is
located within the Cholla District. The property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The
population density within a one-mile radius is 15,526. This series 12 is a new license, operating
with an interim permit, therefore, the approval of this license will not increase the number of
liquor licenses in the area. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed
below.
Series Type Quantity
03 Domestic Micro—Brewery 1
06 Bar—All Liquor 2
09 Liquor Store—All Liquor 3
10 Liquor Store—Beer and Wine 2
12 Restaurant 11
Total 19
The Maricopa County Health Department and the City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire
Departments have reviewed the application and determined that it meets all technical
requirements.
No public protests were received during the 20-day posting period.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staff's recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
10. OFF TRACK WAGERING LICENSE NO. 4-3973, TURF PARADISE
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, person and location transferable Off Track
Wagering (Teletracking and Pari-Mutuel System) license. Turf Paradise will operate within
Arizona Pizza Company at 8110 West Union Hills Drive, Building 3, Suite 350. The application
was submitted by David Wayne Johnson.
The location of the establishment will be inside the Arizona Pizza Company at 8110 West Union
Hills Drive, Building 3, Suite 350, and is located within the Cholla District. The property is
zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The population density within a one-mile radius is 15,526. If
this application is approved, Turf Paradise will be allowed to operate as an additional wagering
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facility at this location. Under the provisions of A.R.S. § 5, Chapter 1, the Arizona Department
of Racing may issue a permit to operate an additional wagering facility only if Council
recommends approval of such license.
The City of Glendale Planning, Police, and Fire Departments have reviewed the application and
determined that it meets all technical requirements.
Based on information provided under the background, it is staff's recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Racing with a recommendation of approval.
11. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 09-15: SALES TAX AND LICENSE SYSTEM SOFTWARE
This is a request for City Council to award proposal 09-15 and authorize the City Manager to
enter into agreements with TCS America and Impression Technology Incorporated for sales tax
and license system software in an amount not to exceed $2,623,989.
This request supports the Council goal of a city with high quality of services for citizens and a
city that is fiscally sound by providing a sales tax system that is crucial to billing, revenue
collection, control of cash receipts, and reporting.
The current tax and license system is over 20 years old and was developed by the City of
Glendale. The technology used to create and maintain the application has been discontinued by
the vendor and is no longer supported. In addition, many manual processes are tied to the
current sales tax system. Implementation of a new sales tax and license system will lead to more
automation that will improve processes and minimize costs. This project will necessarily include
business process improvements related to receiving and processing sales tax returns and license
renewals, monitoring outstanding receivables and delinquencies, processing revenue collections,
etc. The expected outcomes are better services for our customers (e.g., online submission of
sales tax receipts) and the elimination of manual processes.
Materials Management issued a Request for Proposal and two offers were received. An
evaluation panel consisting of six City staff reviewed the proposals based on specific criteria
including functional requirements (account implementation, tax return process, customer
services, etc.) and non-functional requirements (pricing, training, qualifications, implementation
plan and post implementation support). The respondent receiving the highest ranking is TCS
America.
TCS America will provide the new sales tax system, which includes end user-training, one year
of warranty, two years maintenance, and expertise in the implementation of the sales tax system.
This software is currently being used by several other Arizona cities, including Tucson and
Phoenix.
Impression Technology Incorporated was submitted as an integral part of the TCS America
proposal to provide electronic document processing. Electronic document processing reduces
the need for manual entry of tax returns and the associated cost of paper management and
storage.
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The implementation of the sales tax and license system software will provide taxpayers with an
opportunity to apply for licenses, file returns, and manage their account online. This will
enhance customer service and reduce costs associated with paper forms, postage, and document
storage.
Funds are available in the FY 2009-10 capital improvement plan as a result of this project's
carryover from FY 2008-09. The first two years of maintenance cost are included in the
proposed cost.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X X $2,623,989
Account Name. Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
Sales Tax System, Account No. 1000-81055-518200, $2,623,989
The recommendation is to award proposal 09-15 and authorize the City Manager to enter into
agreements with TCS America and Impression Technology Incorporated for sales tax and license
system software in an amount not to exceed $2,623,989.
12. AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
PEOPLESOFT/ORACLE CONSULTING SERVICES
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to amend the professional
services agreement with Empower Solutions for PeopleSoft/Oracle consulting services in an
amount not to exceed $73,000.
This request supports the Council goals of a city with high quality services for citizens and a city
that is fiscally sound by enhancing the City's abilities to plan, track and manage compensation
related expenses.
In September 2008, Council awarded a professional services agreement for PeopleSoft/Oracle
consulting service for a Time and Labor system to Empower Solutions. The initial
implementation phase of Time and Labor was successfully completed in June 2009.
During the Time and Labor system implementation some business process improvements were
identified that require system modifications. These changes include the development of queries
and reports for payroll processes and enhance accuracy and timeliness. Granting this request
will allow the city to better plan, track, and manage compensation related expenses.
The implementation of an online Time and Labor system has automated several manual
processes which has allowed staff the ability to focus on other projects and has eliminated the
organization's need for paper timesheets. Additional functionality includes the ability to track
and report time associated with specific events, improved budget planning, and the improved
ability for departments to schedule employee time.
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On September 23, 2008 Council awarded a professional services agreement for
PeopleSoft/Oracle consulting services for a Time and Labor system to Empower Solutions.
Funds are available in the FY 2009-10 Capital Improvement Plan (carryover funds).
Grants Capital Expense - One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $73,000
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
Time, Labor, Payroll &Reports, Account No. 1000-81059-518200, $73,000
The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to amend the professional services
agreement with Empower Solutions for PeopleSoft/Oracle consulting services in an amount not
to exceed $73,000.
13. FY 2009-10 PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM
This is a request for City Council to approve the Glendale Arts Commission's FY 2009-10
Performing Arts Program.
The Performing Arts Program supports the Council's strategic goal of a city with high quality
services for citizens through sponsoring a wide variety of arts programs in public facilities and
schools throughout the city.
Proposals for performing arts projects to be held in Glendale were solicited from non-profit arts
organizations, schools and government agencies for FY 2009-10. The Arts Commission
reviewed 17 proposals at their meeting on April 27, 2009. The Arts Commission recommends
issuing contracts for 10 performing arts projects totaling $32,000 as well as appropriating $3,500
to Foothills Branch Library to support "Around the World in Eighty Days", a three-month series
of dance and music performances and artistry workshops. All 11 performing arts projects total
$35,500 for funding for FY 2009-10. Contracts to be issued:
• $3,000 - Arizona Broadway Theatre for two performances held in Main Library's
auditorium;
• $3,500 - Arizona Theatre Company to support the artists in residence program for
students at Mountain Ridge High School showcasing the work of William Shakespeare;
• $3,500 - Ballet Arizona for the "Ballet Under the Stars" free outdoor performance at
Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area and artists in residence at Don Mensendick
Elementary School;
• $2,500 - Bead Museum to support the 2009-2010 public lecture series for the special
exhibition"From Caves to Castles", which opens in September 2009;
• $3,500 - Center Dance Ensemble for "Poetry in Motion", a series of 9 lecture-
demonstration dance performances to be held for the student body, parents and friends at
Challenger Middle School and Sunset Vista, Desert Garden and Glenn F. Burton
Elementary Schools;
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• $3,000 - Deer Valley School District for a series of workshops for band students and
performances for the student body at Desert Sky Middle School;
• $3,000 - Phoenix Conservatory of Music for "Bicentennial Around the World!!", a year-
long after school music program presented at Bicentennial South Elementary School;
• $3,000 - Phoenix Symphony for presenting the "Classroom Concert Series" at Desert
Garden Elementary School;
• $3,500 - Scottsdale Cultural Council for presenting the "Arizona Wolf Trap" arts
programs for preschoolers and workshops for teachers at Coyote Ridge, Desert Garden,
Isaac E. Imes and Landmark Annex Schools;
• $3,500 - West Valley Arts Council for presenting "The Big Read" literary arts series at
Glendale's libraries.
In 1996, Council approved the Performing Arts Program to motivate, increase and support the
performing arts in Glendale. Since inception of the program, the city has invested $422,700 in
159 performing arts projects.
The Performing Arts Program supports a wide variety of programs, which make the arts more
accessible to Glendale citizens, most notably youth and their families. The various organizations
host a variety of diverse arts programs throughout the community that can be enjoyed by
residents of all ages.
Funds are available in the FY 2009-10 capital improvement plan. There are no operating costs
associated with this program.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $35,500
Account Name, Fund Account and Line Item Number:
Arts Commission, Account No. 1220-84650-518200, $35,500
The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to award funding to agencies providing
performing arts programs.
14. CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER FOR FIRE STATION SECURITY GATES AND
FENCING
This is a request for the City Council to approve a change order to the construction contract with
Phoenix Fence in the amount of$58,872 for the construction of security gates and fencing at Fire
Station 153.
This request supports the council goal of one community committed to public safety by
enhancing security at the fife station.
At a previous council meeting, council approved a contract for security gates and fencing for six
fire stations. The Police Department has available Homeland Security Grant funding that can be
used for security gates and fencing at Fire Station 153.
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On April 28, 2009, Council approved the construction contract to Phoenix Fence for installation
of security fencing at six fire stations.
The one-time cost associated with this project is contained within the Homeland Security Grant.
The operating and maintenance cost are minimal and will be absorbed by the Fire Department's
operating budget.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
$58,872 $58,872
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
2007 UASI Threat Mtgtn-PS Bldg, Account No. 1840-33096-550800, $58,872
The recommendation is to approve a change order to the construction contract with Phoenix
Fence in the amount of$58,872 for the construction of security gates and fencing at Fire Station
153.
15. PUBLIC SAFETY MEMORIAL CONTRACT
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with
public artist Haiying Wu for the construction of the Public Safety Memorial. The site for the
Memorial is the Glendale Civic Center Plaza, 5752 West Glenn Drive.
The Memorial addresses the Council goal of one community committed to public safety. The
Memorial will provide a venue to hold ceremonies and a place for citizens to go to recognize
their fallen heroes.
Following discussion by the Council at two workshops, a Public Safety Memorial Committee
was formed consisting of representatives from families of two fallen public safety personnel, the
Arts Commission, the Police and Fire unions, interested citizens and city staff members.
Staff researched memorials across the country. The committee participated in tours of memorials
in the Greater Phoenix area and toured potential locations throughout the city. The committee
provided input for the request for qualifications, which resulted in over sixty proposals from
artists. Following a review and ranking of the proposals, the committee selected and interviewed
finalists and reached a consensus on recommending artist Haiying Wu and the Civic Center
Plaza site for Council consideration.
At the June 2, 2009 workshop Council reviewed the Memorial's proposed design concept and
site.
At the August 21 and May 1, 2007 workshops Council discussed commissioning a memorial.
The Memorial provides the community with a ceremonial site in a highly visible location to
honor and give respect to public safety employees that have lost their lives in the line of duty.
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Following the death of Officer Anthony Holly, citizens expressed support for creating a
memorial through letters,telephone calls and emails to public officials.
Citizens volunteered to participate on the committee and have been active over the past year in
the process to plan this project.
Funds are available in the FY 2009-10 capital improvement plan. There are no operating costs
associated with this project.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X X $200,000
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
Arts Commission, Account No. 1220-84650-518200, $200,000
The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with public artist
Haiying Wu for the construction of the Public Safety Memorial.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
16. VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT GRANTS
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution allowing the Police Chief to accept two
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grants through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS)
for the department's Victim Assistance Program.
The acceptance of the VOCA Grants addresses the Council goals of one community committed
to public safety and a community with high quality services for citizens. The Victim Assistance
Program provides comprehensive services to Glendale crime victims and their families.
The VOCA Grants will fund the majority of the salary, benefits and training for one Victim
Assistance Caseworker, with the remainder coming from the department's budget. It will also
fund the salaries for one part-time Victim Assistance Caseworker and one part-time Victim
Assistance Volunteer Coordinator.
The department's Victim Assistance Program is part of a nationwide movement to better serve
Glendale victims of crime by enhancing and expanding direct services in accordance with the
Victims of Crime Act. The program assists Glendale victims in exerting their rights and helping
them to gain stability in their lives. The Victim Assistance Program also ensures Glendale
continues to maintain compliance with Arizona's Crime Victims' Rights mandates.
The Victim Assistance Program provides direct services to Glendale residents, and their families,
who have become crime victims. Services offered through the Victim Assistance Program
include: resource referrals, crisis counseling, court accompaniment, crime prevention, as well as
advocacy services.
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There is a $30,258 financial match required for this finding. The money that is being spent on
the rent and utilities for the advocacy center, where the advocates provide their services, qualifies
as the department's financial match.
Grants Capital Expense _One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
$121,033 $30,258 $151,291
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
Crime Investigations, Account No. 1000-12150-528600, $30,258
A specific account will be established in Fund 1840, the city's grant find, once the grant
agreements are awarded and formally executed.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution allowing the
Police Chief to accept two Victims of Crime Act grants through the Arizona Department of
Public Safety for the department's Victim Assistance Program.
Resolution No. 4288 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY,
ARIZONA, ACCEPTING TWO GRANT OFFERS FROM THE ARIZONA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT (VOCA), IN THE
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $121,033 FOR THE VICTIM ASSISTANCE PROGRAM IN THE
GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
17. JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT AWARD
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing and ratifying the acceptance
of grant funding from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in the
amount of$172,060. The Police Department plans to use this funding toward replacement of its
current Computer Aided Dispatch(CAD) System and a Records Management System(RMS).
This grant supports Council's goals of a city with high quality services for citizens by improving
the level of service to citizens and one community focused on public safety for citizens and
visitors. These goals are supported by focusing on public safety with the replacement of the
current CAD and RMS system with a more advanced system.
The U.S. Department of Justice has made funding available to cities through the Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG). Maricopa County serves as the fiscal agent
for this pass-through grant. This grant finding is in addition to the funds already received for
2009.
The replacement CAD and RMS system would include modules for booking, records
management, dispatch, field reporting, property and evidence management and crime analysis.
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On April 28, 2009 Council approved the acceptance of $740,863 from the Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Grant.
There is no fmancial match required for this grant. This is one-time funding by the U.S.
Department of Justice. Ongoing operating costs will be funded by RICO.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $172,060
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
A specific account will be established in Fund 1840,the city's grant fund, once the agreements are
formally executed.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution authorizing and
ratifying the acceptance of grant funding from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant Program in the amount of$172,060.
Resolution No.4289 New Series was read by number and title only, it being A RESOLUTION
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY,
ARIZONA, RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDING FROM THE
EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM IN THE
AMOUNT OF$172,060 FOR THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
18. ACCEPTANCE OF 2009 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept
and administer 2009 State Homeland Security grant funds in an amount not to exceed
$1,079,156.
This request supports the Council strategic goal of one community focused on public safety for
citizens by providing both Police and Fire Departments a means to purchase homeland security
related equipment to enhance security within the city.
The Police Department will be receiving approximately $427,562. This funding will be used to
enhance operations, through various homeland security projects, such as: purchasing protective
gear, training, maintenance and acquisition of essential equipment and supplies.
The Fire Department will be receiving approximately $651,594. This funding will be used to
enhance operations by providing training and equipment. It will also allow the completion of
enhancing security for several fire stations.
On December 9, 2008 Council approved the acceptance of State Homeland Security grants in the
total amount of$1,163,868.
Since 1999, Glendale has been able to leverage city funds with grant funds to enhance first
responder preparedness. Grant funds have been used to purchase safety equipment to protect
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fust responders, specialized equipment for technical operations, and communication equipment,
as well as training for prevention and intervention programs.
There is no financial match requested for this funding. This is one-time funding by the State
Department of Homeland Security. Any operating and maintenance costs and future equipment
replacement costs associated with the items initially purchased with the grant funds will be
addressed in future budgets with the Fire Department's portion of the public safety sales tax
funds. The Police Department will absorb operating and maintenance costs within its budget.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $1,079,156
Account Name, Fund.Account and Line hem Number:
A specific account will be established in Fund 1840,the city's grant fund, once the grant
agreements are awarded and formally executed.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond title and adopt a resolution authorizing the City
Manager to accept and administer the 2009 State Homeland Security grant funds in an amount
not to exceed $1,079,156.
Resolution No. 4290 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 AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE FISCAL
YEAR 2009 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS FROM THE STATE OF
ARIZONA, ARIZONA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,079,156; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
OR ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER TO ADMINISTER SAW GRANT.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Phoenix resident, discussed the budgetary issues facing the legislature and
his support of Items 10, 15, 16, 17 and 18. He supports the Public Safety Memorial contract and
was glad the City was honoring their falling heroes. He stated that he was also in full support of
the VOCA and the Justice Assistance Grant Awards. He believes it was very much needed. He
also supports the Homeland Security Grants.
It was moved by Frate and seconded by Knaack, to approve the recommended actions on
Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 18, including the approval and adoption of
Resolution No. 4288 New Series, Resolution No. 4289 New Series, and Resolution No. 4290
New Series; and to forward Special Event Liquor License Application for Mountain Lions
Baseball Booster Club for events on August 22, 28 and September 13, 2009 and Liquor
License Application Nos. 3-1244 for El President, 3-1245 for Café Ga Hyang, 3-1246 for
Circle K, 3-1247 for Circle K, 3-1248 for Circle K, 3-1249 for My Big Fat Greek
Restaurant, 3-1251 for Trader Joe's, 3-1253 for Arizona Pizza Company to the State of
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for
approval. The motion carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARING—LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
19. ANNEXATION APPLICATION AN-183: 115TH AVENUE ALIGNMENT— 11401
WEST GLENDALE AVENUE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
Mr. Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director, presented this item.
This is a request for City Council to conduct a public hearing on the blank annexation petition
for Annexation Area No. 183 (AN-183) as required by state statute. The approximately one acre
parcel is located along Glendale Avenue and includes a portion of the 1151 Avenue alignment.
The request was initiated by Gammage&Burnham PLLC.
The proposed annexation is consistent with the Council goal for one community with quality
economic development, as the private property is intended to be developed as a business park.
This is an opportunity to develop an employment base in this portion of the Glendale Avenue
Corridor.
The proposed annexation includes approximately .6 acres of private property, and the remainder
of the area is existing road right-of-way planned for future construction of 115`h Avenue.
The proposed annexation is not within the noise contours of Luke Air Force Base or the Glendale
Municipal Airport. The property is not in a floodplain or floodway. The area is designated HI
(Heavy Industrial) and LI (Light Industrial) on the Glendale General Plan. A portion of the
property is currently designated LI and is the subject of a General Plan Amendment application.
The property is currently zoned RU-43 (Rural Residential) in Maricopa County.
On May 7, 2009, the Planning Commission held public hearings and made recommendations to
Council concerning the portion of the annexation area subject to the concurrent General Plan and
rezoning applications.
The annexation of the area will allow the city's Public Works Group to implement roadway
improvements to the Glendale Municipal Landfill and to install a new traffic signal at the
intersection of 115`h and Glendale avenues.
All property owners within the area to be annexed have been notified of this public hearing by
first class mail. The proposed annexation has been posted in at least three conspicuous places on
the property and advertised in The Glendale Star. No comments have been received.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing on the blank annexation petition for
Annexation Area No. 183 (AN-183) as required by state statute.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 19.
As there were no comments,Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
No action taken.
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PUBLIC HEARING— ORDINANCES
20. REZONING APPLICATION ZON07-03 (ORDINANCE): CVS PHARMACY—6030
NORTH 43'm AVENUE—(PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
Mr. Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director, presented this item.
This is a request for the City Council to approve a Planning Commission initiated rezoning from
C-3 (Heavy Commercial) to C-2 (General Commercial). The property is located on the
northwest corner of 43rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road. The property is currently zoned C-3
and the General Plan Land Use Map designation is GC (General Commercial). The rezoning
request is intended to bring the zoning of the property into conformance with the city's General
Plan.
Rezoning this property will allow CVS to have a property that is in conformance with the
General Plan designation. The request will allow the proposed zoning district to be in
conformance with the General Plan.
This CVS received their Certificate of Occupancy in August 2007. A conditional use permit was
approved for the drive-thru at this location in October 2005.
This rezoning case was initiated by the Planning Commission on March 1, 2007, and was
recommended for approval on September 4, 2008.
This action will strengthen the relationship between the General Plan Land Use Map and the
zoning map.
A public notice for the City Council hearing was published in The Glendale Star on July 16,
2009. Informational postcards were mailed out to property owners and interested parties on July
17, 2009. There were no comments received during the citizen participation process.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the title and adopt an
ordinance for rezoning application ZON07-03 as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 20.
As there were no comments,Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 2689 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 6030 NORTH 43"n AVENUE
FROM C-3 (HEAVY COMMERCIAL) TO C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL);
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Frate, to approve Ordinance No. 2689 New
Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote,with the following Councilmembers voting "aye":
Clark, Goulet,Knaack,Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
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Councilmember Frate commented on the dramatic change to the corner of 43`d Avenue
and Bethany Home Road. He stated the revitalization of that corner speaks volumes of how
people want to come to Glendale and invest their money. These investments make the
community better.
Mayor Scruggs thanked city staff and all departments who worked on this item.
ORDINANCES
21. FLOOD CONTROL CHANNELIZATION EASEMENT ABANDONMENT: WEST OF
59TH AVENUE AND SOUTH OF THUNDERBIRD ROAD, ADJACENT TO
THUNDERBIRD PASEO
Mr. Larry Broyles, P.E., City Engineer, presented this item.
This is a request for City Council to adopt an ordinance authorizing the abandonment by
Quitclaim Deed of an easement located adjacent to the Thunderbird Paseo, west of 59th Avenue
and south of Thunderbird Road that is no longer needed for flood control channelization
purposes.
In August of 1973, to facilitate the development of the Arizona Canal Diversion Channel
(ACDC), a 160-foot wide strip of land was given to the city of Glendale by Quit Claim Deed
with the caveat that, if the city deemed the property no longer needed for flood control
channelization, the property would be given back to the property owners who gave the land to
the city. Formal action by Council is required to return clear title to this property.
Waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance abandoning by Quitclaim Deed the flood
control channelization easement and authorizing the City Manager to sign all documents
necessary for the abandonment.
Ordinance No. 2690 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 BY QUITCLAIM DEED OF ANY
RIGHTS THE CITY MAY HAVE IN AN EASEMENT GRANTED FOR FLOOD
CONTROL CHANNELIZATION (ADJACENT TO THE THUNDERBIRD PASEO,
WEST OF 59TH AVENUE AND SOUTH OF THUNDERBIRD ROAD) AS IT IS NO
LONGER NEEDED.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to adopt Ordinance No. 2690 New Series.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark,
Goulet,Knaack, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
22. SALT RIVER PROJECT POWER DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT: NORTHEAST
CORNER 99TH AND GLENDALE AVENUES
Mr. Larry Broyles, P.E., City Engineer, presented this item.
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This is a request for City Council to adopt an ordinance granting a power distribution easement
in favor of Salt River Project (SRP) across portions of the city's Park and Ride lot at the
northeast corner of 99`11 and Glendale Avenues.
Providing power to the digital marquees in the adjacent locations requires the installation by SRP
of new power distribution facilities. To protect these facilities, SRP has requested the city of
Glendale grant it an easement.
Waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a
power distribution easement in favor of Salt River Project on the Park and Ride lot at the
northeast corner of 99th and Glendale Avenues.
Ordinance No. 2691 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 POWER
DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF SALT RIVER PROJECT ACROSS
PORTIONS OF THE CITY'S PARK AND RIDE LOT AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER
OF 99TH AND GLENDALE AVENUES; AND ORDERING THAT A CERTIFIED COPY
OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Goulet, to adopt Ordinance No. 2691 New Series.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark,
Goulet,Knaack,Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members voting "nay": none.
23. FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 PROPERTY TAX LEVY ADOPTION
Ms. Sherry Schurhammer, Management and Budget Director, presented this item.
This is a request for City Council to adopt an ordinance setting the primary property tax rate at
$0.2252 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2009-10 and the secondary property tax rate at
$1.3699 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2009-10. The total property tax rate will remain
unchanged at $1.5951. A public hearing on the proposed FY 2009-10 property tax levy occurred
at the June 23, 2009 evening meeting.
The setting of the property tax rate for FY 2009-10 is consistent with the Council's goal of a city
that is fiscally sound as property tax revenue funds a portion of the city's operating and capital
budget.
Arizona state law requires Council to set the property tax levy by the third Monday in August.
Arizona's property tax system consists of two tiers. The primary property tax levy has state-
mandated maximum limits, but it can be used by a city for any purpose. The primary property
tax revenue is included in the General Fund's operating budget. The secondary property tax levy
is not limited, but it can be used only to retire the principal and interest on a municipality's
bonds. The secondary property tax revenue funds the city's capital improvement plan.
All Truth in Taxation requirements of A.R.S. 42-17107 have been met. A Truth in Taxation
hearing is not required. The public notice requirements of A.R.S. 42-17103 also have been met.
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The primary property tax rate will change from $0.2432 to $0.2252 per $100 of assessed
valuation for FY 2009-10. The secondary property tax rate will be adjusted from $1.3519 to
$1.3699 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2009-10. The total property tax rate will remain
unchanged at$1.5951, which is the same total rate in effect for FY 2008-09.
A public hearing on the proposed FY 2009-10 property tax levy was held at the June 23, 2009
evening meeting. At the June 23 meeting Council also conducted a public hearing on the final
budget and convened a special meeting to adopt a resolution formally approving the final
operating, capital, debt service, and contingency appropriation budget.
Public notices, as required by state law, were printed in the June 11 and 18, 2009 issues of The
Glendale Star regarding the date, time and location for the public hearings regarding the FY
2009-10 final budget and the FY 2009-10 property tax levy as well as the date for adoption of the
property tax levy.
The FY 2009-10 preliminary budget was presented to Council on June 9, 2009. Council also
conducted a public hearing on this item and adopted a resolution that included setting June 23,
2009, as the date for a public hearing on the property tax levy.
The fourth budget workshop occurred on April 29, 2009. Wrap up information regarding the
proposed FY 2010 operating budget and proposed options for the FY 2010-19 Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) were addressed at this workshop.
The third budget workshop occurred on April 7, 2009. Information regarding employee matters
was presented and decisions were confirmed regarding the recommended operating budget and
rate recommendations for the water, sewer, sanitation, and landfill enterprise funds, both of
which were presented in earlier budget workshops.
The second budget workshop occurred on March 31, 2009. The recommended 10-year CIP and
enterprise fund rate recommendations were presented and discussed.
The first budget workshop occurred on March 24, 2009. The recommended operating budget for
FY 2010 was presented and discussed.
The Budget Workbook containing the City Manager's recommended budget for FY 2009-10 was
delivered to the Mayor and Council on Friday, March 13, 2009. A copy of the FY 2010 City
Manager's recommended budget also was available on the city's website, glendaleaz.com.
Glendale's budget is an important financial, planning and public communication tool. It gives
residents and businesses a clear and concrete view of the city's direction for public services,
operations, and capital facilities and equipment. It also provides the community with a better
understanding of the city's ongoing needs for stable revenue sources to fund public services,
ongoing operations and capital facilities and equipment.
The budget provides Council, residents and businesses with a means to evaluate the city's
financial stability.
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A public hearing on the proposed FY 2009-10 property tax levy was held at the June 23, 2009
evening meeting.
The tentative budget book for FY 2009-10 and the corresponding council communication were
posted publicly for the June 9 and 23, 2009, evening meetings per state requirements.
All spring 2009 budget workshops were open to the public and were posted publicly per state
requirements. The Budget Workbook provided to Council for the budget workshops also was
posted publicly as part of the agenda packet for the budget workshops.
It is estimated that the FY 2009-10 primary property tax rate will generate approximately $4.2
million and the FY 2009-10 secondary property tax rate will generate approximately $29.2
million for a total of approximately$33.4 million.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance setting the
primary property tax rate at $0.2252 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2009-10 and the
secondary property tax rate at $1.3699 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2009-10 for a total
rate of$1.5951.
Ordinance No. 2692 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN ORDINANCE
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY,
ARIZONA, LEVYING UPON THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF THE PROPERTY
WITHIN THE CITY OF GLENDALE, SUBJECT TO TAXATION, A CERTAIN SUM
UPON EACH ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) OF VALUATION SUFFICIENT TO
RAISE THE AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE REQUIRED IN THE ANNUAL BUDGET,
LESS THE AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE RECEIVED FROM OTHER SOURCES OF
REVENUE; PROVIDING FUNDS FOR VARIOUS BOND REDEMPTIONS, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF PAYING INTEREST UPON BONDED INDEBTEDNESS AND
PROVIDING FUNDS FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL EXPENSES; ALL FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR ENDING THE 30TH DAY OF JUNE, 2010; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Phoenix resident, expressed his support of this item. He stated he felt the
Council's decision on this matter was needed because of today's bad economic times. He
indicated the City of Glendale was faring better than most cites because of the great leadership of
the Council.
It was moved by Clark, and seconded by Frate, to adopt Ordinance No. 2692 New Series.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye": Clark,
Goulet,Knaack,Martinez, Frate, 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. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on Tuesday, August 18,2009, to be
followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03. The motion carried
unanimously.
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MOTION TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER
It was moved by Martinez, and seconded by Clark, to excuse Councilmember
Lieberman from tonight's Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Ms. Michele Duval, a Cactus resident, express her appreciation for the Glendale Dial-A-Ride
program. She stated she has ridden this system in other Arizona cities and was very impressed
with the service in Glendale. She found the drivers to be very knowledgeable and prompt. She
also conveyed her concern regarding Glendale's libraries not having adequate software for the
visually impaired on their computers.
Mayor Scruggs thanked Ms. Duval for taking the time to come and speak concerning the Dial-A-
Ride program. She stated her comments were greatly appreciated and confirms the work and
effort of the Transportation Department are paying off. She added that the Library Director was
in the audience tonight and will probably be in contact with her regarding the computer software
issue.
Mr. Gary Livingston, a Sahuaro resident, inquired how the city was going to pay for the
Camelback Spring Training Complex infrastructure. He indicated that revenue for the complex
was not yet available and questioned the revenue sources. He explained that the figures simply
do not add up, especially now in these economic times.
Mr. Paul R. Jones, a Phoenix resident, read a quote from the Glendale Star News opposing the
proposed Tohono O'odham Nation's Casino. He stated this article recommends starting a class
action group to oppose the Tohono O'odham Nation's Casino. He encourages anyone interested
to e-mail him and pass the article to interested parties. His e-mail address is included in the
article. He added he has important information exposing this group.
Mr. Leonard Clark, a Phoenix resident, expressed his concerns with issues surrounding the ASU
West Campus. He suggested the public keep emphasizing to their legislators their concerns and
the importance of education in the west valley.
Mr. Evertons Figueroa, an Ocotillo resident, stated he was a victim of an attack in 2003.
However, he was the one arrested. He explained all the problems which ensued because of that
false arrest including lawyer fees, probation and finally a lien on his home. He stated he was a
victim of fraud which he could not fight because of his position. He indicated he did not have
legal support because the man accusing him was good friends with the court judge and was very
influential. Ultimately, the final decision on this case was ruled against him. Mayor Scruggs
asked him if this had anything to do with Glendale City business. Mr.Figueroa stated he was
concerned about city judges and had wanted to tell his story publicly.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
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Vice Mayor Martinez congratulated Mr. Billingsley, coach of the Arrowhead Major All Star
Team which won the state championship game. They are now playing for the regional
championship. He wished them luck.
Councilmember Frate provided information on economic development in the Sahuaro District.
He stated that the Mid First Bank at 66th Avenue and Bell Road will be open to the public this
Friday. He stated that Advance Care of Glendale on 63rd Avenue and Bell Road was on track to
open this fall and will employ 130 people. The Wal-Mart on 59th and Bell Avenues is 95%
complete. He mentioned the Fry's on 66th Avenue was also being remodeled and the Ralph's
Pizzeria on 59th and Greenway had been sold. The building will be converted to a medical
facility. As always, he asked everyone to please watch children around water.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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Pamela Hanna- City Clerk
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