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MINUTES OF THE
GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
5850 West Glendale Avenue
March 09, 2010
7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs, with Vice Mayor Manuel
D. Martinez and the following Councilmembers present: Joyce V. Clark, Steven E. Frate, David
M. Goulet, Yvonne J. Knaack, and H. Philip Lieberman,
Also present were Ed Beasley, City Manager; Pam Kavanaugh, Assistant City Manager;
Nick DiPiazza, Deputy 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 I resolution and 2 ordinances to be
considered at the meeting were available for public examination and the title posted at City Hall
more than 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 23, 2010 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
It was moved by Goulet, and seconded by Clark, to dispense with the reading of the
minutes of the February 23, 2010 Regular City Council meeting, as each member of the Council
had been provided copies in advance, and approve them as written. The motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are of a routine nature or have been previously studied by the
City Council at a work session. They are intended to be acted upon in one motion.
Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 7 and Ms. Pamela
Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item number 8 by number and title.
1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1282, AH-SO SUSHI & STEAK
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license. Ah-So Sushi & Steak is located at 6033 West Bell Road, #A. The Arizona Department
of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 12078235) was submitted by Young R. Lee.
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The location of the establishment is 6033 West Bell Road, #A and is located within the Sahuaro
District. The property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The population density within a
one-mile radius is 12,680. This series 12 is a new license; however, the approval of this license
will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area because this license replaces the
previous one held at this location. The number of liquor licenses within a one-mile radius is as
listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar - All Liquor 8
07 Bar - Beer and Wine 3
09 Liquor Store - All Liquor 3
10 Liquor Store - Beer and Wine 5
12 Restaurant 19
Total 38
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.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1283, WALGREENS #05775
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Walgreens #05775 is located at 8309 West Glendale Avenue. The
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10075991) was submitted
by Randy Allen Guse.
The location of the establishment is 8309 West Glendale Avenue and is located within the Yucca
District. The property is zoned SC (Shopping Center). The population density within a one-mile
radius is 10,791. This series 10 is a new license, therefore, the approval of this license will
increase the number of liquor licenses in the area by one. The number of liquor licenses within a
one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar -A]] Liquor 2
07 Bar - Beer and Wine 1
09 Liquor Store- All Liquor
Total 4
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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.
3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1284, WALGREENS #04020
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Walgreens #04020 is located at 5895 West Peoria Avenue. The
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10075983) was submitted
by Randy Allen Guse.
The location of the establishment is 5895 West Peoria Avenue and is located within the Barrel
District. The property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The population density within a
one-mile radius is 19,259. This series 10 is a new license, therefore, the approval of this license
will increase the number of liquor licenses in the area by one. The number of liquor licenses
within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
06 Bar -All Liquor 3
07 Bar - Beer and Wine 1
09 Liquor Store- All Liquor 1
10 Liquor Store - Beer and Wine 6
12 Restaurant 3
Total 14
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, itis staffs recommendation to forward
this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a
recommendation of approval.
4. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1285, WALGREENS #03385
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Walgreens #03385 is located at 5421 West Thunderbird Road. The
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Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10076001) was submitted
by Randy Allen Guse.
The location of the establishment is 5421 West Thunderbird Road and is located within the
Sahuaro District. The property is zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial). The population
density within a one-mile radius is 19,163. This series 10 is a new license, therefore, the
approval of this license will increase the number of liquor licenses in the area by one. 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 I
12 Restaurant 6
Total 17
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.
5. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 3-1286, WALGREENS #04434
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license. Walgreens #04434 is located at 22280 North 67th Avenue. The Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10076003) was submitted by Randy
Allen Guse.
The location of the establishment is 22280 North 67th Avenue and is located within the Cholla
District. The property is zoned PAD (Planned Area Development). The population density
within a one-mile radius is 13,550. This series l0 is a new license, therefore, the approval of this
license will increase the number of liquor licenses in the area by one. The number of liquor
licenses within a one-mile radius is as listed below.
Series Type Quantity
07 Bar-Beer and Wine 1
09 Liquor Store - All Liquor 1
10 Liquor Store- Beer and Wine 1
12 Restaurant 1
Total 4
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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. SEWER SERVICE IN LOOP 303 CORRIDOR
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) that would allow Global Water Resources, LLC, a private company, to
provide sewer service to the Loop 303 Corridor.
One of Council's goals is one community with high quality services for citizens. The provision
of water and sewer services is a key component to the development of lands in the Loop 303
Corridor.
In November 2004, MAG adopted a 208 Plan amendment for the Glendale Municipal Planning
Area (MPA) that allowed the two sections in the far west-northwest corner of Glendale's MPA
to be temporarily served by the City of Surprise. Since that action, several discussions have
occurred between the land owners, Glendale staff, and City Council regarding a regional sewer
solution for this area. Various alternatives to provide service in this area have been explored.
Two years ago, Global Water Resources began exploring the option of providing sewer service
to the area and has been working with the consortium of land owners in this area.
Global Water Resources proposed an MOU for the provision of sewer service to the Loop 303
Corridor and it has been reviewed by city staff. This effort would allow Global Water Resources
to provide sewer service in the area, contingent on satisfactorily addressing all of Glendale's
concerns. Global Water Resources has conferred with Arizona American Water Company to
verify that water service to the area will continue to be provided and that Arizona American
Water Company is willing to expand water to service all of the properties in the Loop 303
Corridor that currently are not in another water service area, Global Water Resources has also
discussed a cooperative agreement with Adaman Water District that would allow Global Water
Resources to provide sewer service to interested property owners in their district.
The provision of sewer service in this area would be subject to Glendale approval of various
conditions, including annexation into the city. An associated group of large property owners are
interested in annexation and are currently working with Global Water Resources on a plan for
sewer service. Each property owner of this partnership will have to work directly with the
Glendale Planning Department on the annexation, and planning and zoning issues for their
respective property. Global Water Resources will work with Glendale to develop the needed
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infrastructure plans, the right to serve the area from the Arizona Corporation Commission, the
needed changes in the MAG 208 Plan, and other technical issues.
Information concerning the status of the Memorandum of Understanding with Global Water
Resources, LLC was presented at the December 15, 2009 Council Workshop.
At the January 15, 2008 and June 3, 2008 Council Workshops, staff provided Council with an
annexation and Utilities update on the Loop 303 Corridor. Council provided direction allowing
staff to explore the City of Glendale provision of water and sewer services to the area west of
115`h Avenue. Council provided explicit direction that the land owners would pay for all cost of
provision of service to this area with no impact of that service area on existing Glendale water
and sewer customers elsewhere in the city.
On July 12, 2005, Council adopted the current annexation policy, which states that viable private
companies will provide water and sewer service for any annexed area beyond the city's existing
service area, and that consideration will be given to annexation requests submitted from any
location within Glendale's MPA.
On February 24, 2004, Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of
Surprise which allowed a two square mile area of the Glendale MPA to be temporarily served by
Surprise sewer treatment. That effort included an amendment to the MAG 208 Plan.
The provision of sewer service in the Loop 303 Corridor will allow farmland and desert land to
transition into the allowed uses in the Glendale General Plan which have been carefully planned
with Luke Air Force Base officials and consideration of the State of Arizona legislative
restrictions for development near military installations. This area has considerable economic
potential for the City of Glendale and the region as a whole.
The Global Water Resources MOU will provide for the sewer capacity needed for the Loop 303
Corridor development at no cost to existing Glendale water and sewer customers.
There are no costs or budget issues for the city related to this MOU. All costs will be paid by the
landowners and future property owners working with the sewer service provider.
The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of
Understanding with Global Water Resources, LLC, and a private company, to provide sewer
service to the Loop 303 Corridor.
7. AWARD OF PROPOSAL 10-18, HEAVY DUTY CATERPILLAR EQUIPMENT PARTS
SERVICE, AND ACCESSORIES
This is a request for City Council to approve award of proposal 10-18 and authorize the City
Manager to enter into a contract with Empire Southwest to provide Caterpillar equipment parts,
accessories, and maintenance services for equipment at the City of Glendale landfill.
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This request supports Council's goal of a city with high quality services to citizens. Awarding
this contract will allow the city to continue to maintain landfill heavy equipment in a timely and
cost effective manner.
A request for proposal was issued for Caterpillar equipment parts, service and accessories, and
two offers were received. An evaluation panel consisting of Field Operations staff reviewed the
proposals based on specific criteria including compliance with specifications, ability to supply
parts and service, cost, warranty, and ability to honor the warranty. The panel determined Empire
Southwest to be the highest qualified offer. The term of the contract will be for an initial period
of one year, with the option to extend, at the discretion of the City Manager, in one-year
increments for an additional four years.
This agreement will provide expertise from a heavy equipment parts and service contractor to
help maintain efficient operations at the landfill.
Funds are available in the FY2009-10 operating budget of the Field Operations Department.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $245,000
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
Landfill, Account No. 2440-17710-516400, $120,000
Landfill, Account No. 2440-17710-524400, $125,000
The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Empire
Southwest in an amount not to exceed $245,000 for Caterpillar equipment parts, service and
accessories and authorize the City Manager, at his discretion, to extend the agreement in one
year increments for an additional four years.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
8. ACCEPTANCE OF ADDITIONAL 2010 GRANT FUNDING FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept an
additional 2010 Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) DUI Enforcement grant in the
approximate amount of$40,000.
This request supports Council's goal of one community committed to public safety by providing
the Police Department additional means to enhance DUI enforcement and education.
The city was chosen by GOHS to receive additional funds due to the outstanding performance of
the Police Department's DUI task force during the past holiday season.
This grant award will support the Police Department by providing overtime funding for
personnel during the DUI task forces. This will allow the department to increase the number of
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hours officers dedicate specifically to DUI enforcement and education. These additional funds
will run through July 31, 20W.
On November 24, 2009 Council authorized acceptance of a grant from GOHS for the 2010 DUI
task force in the amount of$50,000.
This grant will benefit the citizens of Glendale by allowing the Police Department to use more
resources and extend hours enforcing DUI laws.
There is no financial match required for this grant.
Grants Capital Expense One-Time Cost Budgeted Unbudgeted Total
X $40,000
Account Name, Fund,Account and Line Item Number:
A specific account will be established in Fund 1840, the city's grant fund, once the grant
agreements are formally executed.
The recommendation is to waive reading beyond title and adopt a resolution authorizing the City
Manager to accept an additional 2010 Governor's Office of Highway Safety DUI Enforcement
grant in the approximate amount of$40,000.
Resolution No. 4355 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 ACCEPTANCE OF ADDITIONAL 2010
DUI ENFORCEMENT GRANT FUNDING IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$40,000 FROM THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FOR
THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
It was moved by Frate and seconded by Lieberman, to approve the recommended
actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 8, including the approval and adoption of
Resolution No. 4355 New Series; and to forward Liquor License Application No. 3-1282 for
Ah-So Sushi and Steak, 3-1283 for Walgreens#05775,3-1284 for Walgreens #04020, 3-1285
for Walgreens #03385 and 3-1286 for Walgreens #04434 to the State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the recommendation for approval. The
motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING—ORDINANCES
9. ANNEXATION AN-184 (ORDINANCE)AND DEANNEXATION AN-185
(ORDINANCE)—(PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
This is a request by Earl, Curley and Lagarde, P.C. for City Council to conduct a public hearing
and adopt an annexation ordinance for Annexation AN-184, which consists of approximately 4.6
acres located at the northwest corner of the 81s` Avenue and Utopia Road alignments, and adopt
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a deannexation ordinance for Dennexation AN-I85, which consists of approximately 18.6 acres
located at the southeast corner of 815t Avenue and the Beardsley Road alignments.
Both the proposed annexation and the proposed deannexation are consistent with Council's goal
of one community with quality economic development. The proposed annexation would permit
the future development of this site. If both the annexation and deannexation are approved, the
Glendale city limits will more closely follow the river bottom of New River.
The site of the proposed annexation is presently located in the City of Peoria. In order to service
the property with City of Glendale utilities, it must be located entirely within Glendale.
After annexation, the city will apply the most comparable Glendale zoning district to a newly
annexed property compared to the existing Peoria zoning. The most comparable Glendale
district is PAD (Planned Area Development). In keeping with City of Glendale annexation
policy, the applicant has filed General Plan Amendment and rezoning applications which will be
considered by City Council once the annexation action is ratified.
While the site of the proposed deannexation is currently in the City of Glendale, it is located west
of New River, and no City of Glendale utilities are west of New River in that area. While the
total size of the property to be deannexed is 18.6 acres, this includes right-of-way for the
Beardsley Connector, as well as considerable land which is in the flood way. As a result, the
area of this annexation is comparable to the area proposed to be annexed into Glendale from
Peoria.
The applicant is coordinating with the City of Peoria concerning this annexation/deannexation
request. Following the City of Glendale's deannexation, and Peoria's annexation, the
annexation/deannexation requires ratification by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.
At the January 5, 2010, workshop, Council guided staff to proceed with the
annexation/deannexation process for both sites.
The annexation would require that any future development in that area meet the Glendale
General Plan requirements as well as all other Glendale development standards. The annexation
should provide future economic development opportunities, while the deannexation will permit
that site to most efficiently be served by utilities for development by the City of Peoria, given the
proximity to existing infrastructure nearby.
There was no input expressed from the public as part of the Citizen Participation process.
Cross jurisdictional annexation/deannexation request between two cities, no public hearing was
required on a blank petition.
The recommendation is to conduct a public hearing and waive reading beyond the titles and
adopt two ordinances: (1) Annexation Ordinance for AN-184; and (2) Deannexation Ordinance
for AN-185.
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Mayor Scruggs opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 9. As there were no
comments, Mayor Scruggs closed the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 2720 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, EXTENDING AND INCREASING THE CORPORATE LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, STATE OF ARIZONA,.
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF A.R.S. § 9-471.02, AS MAY BE AMENDED, BY
ANNEXING THERETO CERTAIN TERRITORY TO BE KNOWN AS ANNEXATION
AREA NO. 184.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Clark, to approve Ordinance No.
2720 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers
voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, Knaack, Martinez, Frate, and Scruggs. Members
voting "nay": none.
Ordinance No. 2721 New Series was read by number and title only, it being AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, DEANNEXING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AND
DEDICATED ROADWAYS, AN APPROXIMATELY 18.6 ACRE PARCEL, LOCATED
SOUTH OF THE BEARDSLEY ROAD ALIGNMENT AND EAST OF THE 81sT
AVENUE ALIGNMENT FROM THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY,
STATE OF ARIZONA, CONTINGENT UPON ANNEXATION OF SAID PROPERTY
BY THE CITY OF PEORIA, MARICOPA COUNTY, STATE OF ARIZONA
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF A.R.S. § 9-471.02, AS MAY BE AMENDED, BY
DEANNEXING THERETO CERTAIN TERRITORY TO BE KNOWN AS
ANNEXATION AREA NO. 185.
It was moved by Lieberman, and seconded by Knaack, to approve Ordinance No.
2721 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers
voting "aye": Clark, Goulet, Lieberman, 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, March 16, 2010, to be
followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03. It was further moved to
hold a Budget Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers on
Tuesday, March 23, 2010, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-
431.03. The motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Clark thanked the citizens who attended the series of budget meetings held by
the city. She appreciated their efforts in coming to learn more about the city's budget and
voicing their opinions. She also thanked city staff for their attendance and knowledgeable
presentations on city issues. She thanked city staff who also had a chance to speak freely on
budget issues concerning theft departments. The information presented at the three meetings is
now running on Channel 11. She encouraged citizens who are not yet aware of city's budget
issues to tune to Channel 11 for information. She stated she attended a Sahuaro Ranch event, as
well as the Via Colori event last weekend. She had been truly impressed with some of the
artwork created. She stated the participants and event organizers had been very pleased and
enjoyed the event. She indicated she was pleased that the Via Colori event will be returning next
year.
Councilmember Goulet thanked the City Manager, Deputy Manager and Chief Financial Budget
Director for meeting with him and Council earlier to answer their questions. He stated the
budget discussions had been very helpful. Many citizens made good observations and had a
chance to voice their concerns at the public meetings. He explained how in addition to the budget
issues facing the city, staff is also dealing with budget problems at the state legislature. He
discussed a newspaper article which mentions shifting cost to cities. He explained how the state
legislators are proposing many methods in which to shift many of these costs onto cities. He
indicated that the legislators are proposing to eliminate the Local Transportation Assistance
Funds. These funds were for specific benefits the voters approved when they decided on the
state lottery. The funding was intended for Dial-A-Ride and other similar services. He
explained that this attempted sweep, as well as others that are being proposed, could force the
city into an additional 18% defect. He encouraged citizens to become educated on what is being
proposed at the state capitol. Additionally, citizens should contact theft legislators and let them
know they do not want them to shift the burden onto cities. He stated he appreciated staff
making the effort to come out and answer questions. He noted that staff is still gathering
information on the city's budget proposal. Information and comments can still be sent to the
city, as late as this Thursday, to be evaluated.
Councilmember Lieberman stated he agreed with Councilmember Clark and Goulet's comments.
He remarked that the budget meetings were absolutely great and believes they were very
beneficial. He questioned how the city could come up with a sensible budget when they were
still unaware of what the legislature will do to the cities.
Vice Mayor Martinez agreed with everyone's remarks. He added the legislature will make the
city's budget crisis worse if their proposed sweeps become reality. It will make decisions very
difficult and will have dire impacts on city services.
Councilmember Frate commented on the death of Mr. Robert McCall, an artist. He was
commissioned by the National Aeronautical Space Administration to paint what the universe
looked like in his mind. One of his paintings is hanging in Council Chambers. The painting is
called "The Arizona Promise" and was received in 1989. He added that this was a great loss. He
also reminded everyone to watch children around water.
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Councilmember Knaack stated that her colleagues had already commented on the budget
meetings and how the legislature's sweeps would affect cities. Therefore, her comment is on
public safety. She asked everyone to slow down, buckle up and restrain children when on the
roads.
Mayor Scruggs asked to comment on remarks made earlier regarding the Local Transportation
Assistance Funds. She stated that the state budget was released late last night and city staff was
still reviewing the data. She indicated that sweeps to the Local Transportation Assistant Funds
will decimate the transit system throughout the valley. She explained that Proposition 108 was
intended to impede legislature to not raise revenues to the state legislature without a 2/3rd'vote of
the body. The intent was to prevent tax increases. She added that by the legislature withholding
city funds, they were building up their general fund. She discussed the lawsuits that have been
brought by cities to fight the legislature on these issues. She noted the legislature was trying to
change state law that created the Local Transportation Assistance Fund (LTAF) and remove
distributions that come to cities and towns. She believes it also removes distributions to the
Heritage Fund. She noted it was devastating to see all the work done to build up a transit system
in the valley only to see it set back to the very beginning.
Mayor Scruggs commented on the state's proposal to shift the burden for Juvenile Correction to
the county. The county is not pleased because they do not have the money to handle this
responsibility in the way it should be handled. The state may attempt to sweep $22 million of
cities' and towns' shared revenue to the counties to fund Juvenile Correction. Because the $22
million would not be put in the state's general fund, Proposition 108 would not be triggered.
Mayor Scruggs commented on the Legislative Link Program, which provides public access to
state legislative bills. She noted there was additional information on her web page or anyone
interested should call her office. The program was developed by the Intergovernmental
Programs Department to help citizens work with the state government. She encouraged anyone
interested to become involved and access the link. She reminded everyone that many programs
run by cities and towns were under scrutiny by the legislature. Citizens should educate
themselves on how the legislature's decisions could impact everyone's daily lives. This link will
help people learn how to contact their senators and representatives in the Arizona State
Legislature, as well as how to access and read proposed bills. This will enable everyone's voice
to be heard on any of the many issues facing the state today. She encouraged citizens to call or
email her office with questions or comments. She asked citizens to also contact any
Councilmember for assistance. She stated her office will arrange to forward any comments on to
legislators. She stressed how important this matter was for the city's success. She fears that
additional cuts and reductions will continue should the legislature's proposals pass. She noted
that when the legislature starts going after voter approved revenue sharing, cities and towns have
huge problems ahead of them.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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Pamela Hanna - City Clerk
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