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MINUTES OF
GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
5850 West Glendale Avenue
June 25,2013
7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Jerry P. Weiers. Vice Mayor Yvonne J. Knaack and
the following Councilmembers were present: Norma S. Alvarez, Samuel U. Chavira, Ian Hugh,
Manuel D. Martinez and Gary D. Sherwood.
Also present were Horatio Skeete, Assistant City Manager; Jamsheed Mehta, Interim Assistant
City Manager;Nick DiPiazza, Acting City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk.
Mayor Weiers called for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence was observed.
Compliance with Article VII, Section 6(c) of the Glendale Charter
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the 10 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, 11 and 14,2013 City Council Meeting
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
dispense with the reading of the minutes of the June 11, 2013 and June 14, 2013 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.
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OTHER BODIES
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OTHER BODIES
PRESENTED BY: Councilmember Manuel Martinez
This is a request for 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.
Arts Commission
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Jessica Koory Ocotillo Reappointment 08/23/2013 08/23/2015
JoAnn Lee Cholla Reappointment 08/24/2013 08/24/2015
Carol Ladd—Chair Cactus Reappointment 08/23/2013 08/23/2014
JoAnn Lee—Vice Chair Cholla Reappointment 08/23/2013 08/23/2014
Board of Adjustment
Jeff Blake—Chair Mayoral Reappointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2014
Barbara Garland—Vice Chair Ocotillo Appointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2014
Citizens Bicycle Advisory Committee
David Coble—Chair Cholla Reappointment 07/17/2013 07/17/2014
Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission
Jeff McAffee Cactus Appointment 07/25/2013 07/25/2015
Citizens Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods
Ken Wixon Cactus Appointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2015
Manuel Cruz Yucca Reappointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2015
Alfred Dixon Mayoral Reappointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2015
John Geurs Ocotillo Reappointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2015
Rebecca OntiverosOcotillo Reappointment 06/30!2013 06/30/2015
John Geurs—Chair Ocotillo Appointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2014
Davita Solter—Vice Chair Sahuaro Appointment 06/30/2013 06/30/2014
Commission on Persons with Disabilities
Mark"Ryan" Mander Sahuaro Appointment 06/25/2013 02/27/2015
Community Development Advisory Committee
Arthur Swander Jr.—Neighborhood Ocotillo Reappointment 07/01/2013 07/01/2015
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Library Advisory Board
Teresa Collett Sahuaro Appointment 06/28/2013 06/28/2015
Susan Sommer—Vice Chair Cactus Appointment 06/25/2013 09/26/2014
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
John Krystek Sahuaro Reappointment 06/28/2013 06/28/2015
Planning Commission
Ernest Molina Ocotillo Appointment 06/25/2013 03/25/2015
Risk Management/Worker's Compensation Trust Fund Board
Dianne Shoemake Ex-Officio Reappointment 07/24/2013 07/24/2016
Julie Stiak Cactus Reappointment 07/24/2013 07/24/2016
John Stern—Chair Cholla Reappointment 07/24/2013 07/24/2014
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Councilmember Alvarez said there was a correction for the Board of Adjustment regarding an
appointee listed from Ocotillo District. Ms. Krey said Ms. Garland is an Ocotillo resident and
will be serving in the Cactus seat on this Board. She said the district of residency, not the district
of the seat was indicated on the Council Communication.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to
appoint Jessica Koory, JoAnn Lee, Carol Ladd to the Arts Commission; Jeff Black and
Barbara Garland to the Board of Adjustment; David Coble to the Citizens Bicycle
Advisory Committee; Jeff McAffee to the Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission;
Ken Wixon, Manuel Cruz, Alfred Dixon, John Geurs, Rebecca Ontiveros, and Davita
Solter to the Citizens Advisory Commission on Neighborhoods; Mark "Ryan" Mander to
the Commission on Persons with Disabilities; Arthur Swander Jr. to the Community
Development Advisory Committee; Teresa Collett and Susan Sommer to the Library
Advisory Board; John Krystek to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission; Ernest
Molina to the Planning Commission; Dianne Shoemake, Julie Stiak and John Stern to the
Risk Management/Worker's Compensation Trust Fund Board, for the terms listed above.
The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Horatio Skeete, Assistant City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 8.
1. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-7785, DESERT MIRAGE GOLF COURSE
PRESENTED BY: Susan Matousek, Revenue Administrator
This is a request for City Council to approve a person-to-person transferable series 7 (Bar - Beer
and Wine) license for Desert Mirage Golf Course located at 8710 West Maryland Avenue. The
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 07070503) was submitted
by Roy Eleazar Fernandez.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
2. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-9355, BUKKANA'S BAR& GRILL
PRESENTED BY: Susan Matousek, Revenue Administrator
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license for Bukkana's Bar & Grill located at 6522 North 59th Avenue. The Arizona Department
of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 12079483)was submitted by Elisa Serrano.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
3. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-10419, MIMI'S CAFE
PRESENTED BY: Susan Matousek, Revenue Administrator
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This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 12 (Restaurant)
license for Mimi's Cafe located at 7450 West Bell Road. The Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control application (No. 12079514) was submitted by Andrea Dahlman
Lewkowitz.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
4. LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-10471, SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET#27
PRESENTED BY: Susan Matousek, Revenue Administrator
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 10 (Liquor Store -
Beer and Wine) license with sampling privileges for Sprouts Famers Market #27 located at 6760
West Deer Valley Road. The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application
(No. 10076400 S) was submitted by Randy D.Nations.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
5. SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH MOTOROLA, INCORPORATED FOR
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SERVICE
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a one-year service
agreement with Motorola, Incorporated for$110,016.13 for communication systems service.
6. AGREEMENT WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CENTRAL ARIZONA TO UTILIZE
NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM 3 FUNDS
PRESENTED BY: Gilbert Lopez, Revitalization Administrator
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement using
Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3 (NSP 3) funds for the Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and
Resale of Foreclosed Homes (Agreement) with Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona (Habitat)
in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000.
7. AUTHORIZATION FOR COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF GASOLINE AND DIESEL
FUEL FROM SUPREME OIL COMPANY
PRESENTED BY: Christina Betz,Acting Deputy Director, Public Works
This is a request for Council to authorize the expenditure of funds with Supreme Oil, on an as
required basis, for the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel for the city fleet in an amount not to
exceed $3,750,000 annually, per the terms and conditions of the cooperative purchasing
agreement.
8. AUTHORIZATION TO PREPAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
PRESENTED BY: Diane Goke, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
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This is a request for City Council to authorize the prepayment of approximately $5.6 million in
General Obligation bonds to be paid from the Water and Sewer Fund.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to
approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 1 through 8, and to
forward Liquor License Application No. 5-7785 for Desert Mirage Golf Course, Liquor
License Application No. 5-9355 for Bukkana's Bar& Grill,Liquor License Application No.
5-10419 for MiMi's Cafe, Liquor License Application No. 5-10471 for Spouts Farmers
Market #27 to the State of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, with the
recommendation for approval. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT RESOLUTIONS
Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 9 through 17 by
number and title.
9. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH NEWPATH NETWORKS, LLC FOR PLACEMENT OF
UNDERGROUND FIBER-BASED COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK WITHIN PUBLIC
RIGHTS-OF-WAY
PRESENTED BY:William Passmore, P.E., Principal Engineer
RESOLUTION: 4693
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the City Manager to execute a license agreement between the City of Glendale and
NewPath Networks, LLC (NewPath).
RESOLUTION NO. 4693 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 CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE A FIBER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR DISTRIBUTED ANTENNA
SYSTEM NETWORK WITH NEWPATH NETWORKS, LLC IN GLENDALE,
ARIZONA.
10. ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT FROM THE MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF
GOVERNMENTS AND APPROVAL OF THE COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF AN
AIRPORT STREET SWEEPER
PRESENTED BY: Walter Fix, Airport Administrator, Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4694
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the City Manager to accept a federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
Improvement (CMAQ) grant from the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) in an
amount not to exceed $220,672; and to authorize the purchase of a PM-10 certified street
sweeper for Glendale Municipal Airport from Balar Equipment Corporation through a
cooperative purchasing agreement with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC).
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RESOLUTION NO. 4694 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 PURCHASE OF. A PM-10
CERTIFIED STREET SWEEPER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE
AIRPORT; AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A REIMBURSABLE GRANT
FROM THE MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (MAG) IN AN
AMOUNT UP TO $220,672 FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE PM-10 CERTIFIED
STREET SWEEPER.
11. CHANGE ORDER NO. 7 TO INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
CITY OF PHOENIX FOR FIXED ROUTE BUS SERVICE
PRESENTED BY: Debbie Albert, Acting Deputy Transportation Director,
Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4695
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into Contract Change Order Number 7 to the
intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Phoenix for the continued operation of
fixed route bus service in the City of Glendale.
RESOLUTION NO. 4695 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 7 TO THE
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF PHOENIX FOR THE
OPERATION OF FIXED ROUTE BUS SERVICES IN THE CITY OF GLENDALE.
12. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE REGIONAL PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR TRANSIT SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Debbie Albert, Acting Deputy Transportation Director,
Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4696
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into
an annual intergovernmental agreement(IGA)with the Regional Public Transportation Authority
(RPTA) for the continued operation of fixed route and express bus service in the City of
Glendale, and the reimbursement of transit services for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
eligible riders.
RESOLUTION NO. 4696 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (RPTA) FOR THE
PROVISION OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.
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13. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH MARICOPA COUNTY FOR REGIONAL
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND DISASTER SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Chris DeChant, Assistant Fire Chief
RESOLUTION: 4697
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the Mayor to enter into an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Maricopa
County for regional emergency management and disaster services.
RESOLUTION NO. 4697 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
COUNTY OF MARICOPA FOR REGIONAL EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
MANAGEMENT AND DISASTER SERVICES.
14. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH MARICOPA COUNTY FOR ANIMAL
CONTROL SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Christina Betz, Acting Deputy Director, Public Works
RESOLUTION: 4698
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Maricopa
County for provisions of animal control services to the City of Glendale.
RESOLUTION NO. 4698 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH
MARICOPA COUNTY FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEARS
2014-2018.
15. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS WITH PEORIA AND TOLLESON SCHOOL
DISTRICTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
RESOLUTION: 4699
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution authorizing
the City Manager to enter into intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) with Peoria Unified School
District and Tolleson Union High School District to assign Glendale Police Officers to select campuses
as School Resource Officers (SROs).
RESOLUTION NO. 4699 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT
BEING A. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA
COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF TWO
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS TO AID
IN REDUCING CRIME THROUGH EDUCATION, POSITIVE INTERACTION AND
ENFORCEMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING DISTRICTS: (1) PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT FOR THE ASSIGNMENT OF ONE POLICE OFFICER AT CACTUS HIGH
SCHOOL AND ONE AT IRONWOOD HIGH SCHOOL; AND (2) THE TOLLESON UNION
HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE ASSIGNMENT OF ONE POLICE OFFICER AT
COPPER CANYON HIGH SCHOOL.
16. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT NO. 11 FOR FACILITY USE AT RAYMOND S. KELLIS HIGH SCHOOL
PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation & Library Services
RESOLUTION: 4700
This is a request for City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the entering into of a five-
year intergovernmental agreement (IGA) regarding the sports fields lighting system and
overflow parking use by the city of the parking lot at Raymond S. Kellis High School (Kellis) for
stadium events, with the Peoria Unified School District No. 11 (PUSD).
RESOLUTION NO. 4700 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT REGARDING
SPORTS FIELDS LIGHTING SYSTEM AND FACILITY USE AT RAYMOND S.
KELLIS HIGH SCHOOL WITH THE PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 11.
17. AMENDMENT NO. 9 TO INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH ARIZONA
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY FOR COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM
FUNDING AND OPERATIONS
PRESENTED BY: Rebecca H. Daniel, Community Action Program Administrator
RESOLUTION: 4701
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into Amendment No. 9 to the intergovernmental
agreement (IGA) with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) for Community
Action Program (CAP) funding and operations.
RESOLUTION NO. 4701 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
ENTERING INTO OF AMENDMENT NO. 9 TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM FUNDING.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack and seconded by Councilmember Alvarez,to approve
the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Nos. 9 through 17, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4693 New Series,Resolution No. 4694 New Series,
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Resolution No. 4695 New Series, Resolution No. 4696 New Series, Resolution No. 4697 New
Series, Resolution No. 4698 New Series, Resolution No. 4699 New Series, Resolution No.
4700 New Series and Resolution No. 4701 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS
18. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS CONTRACT WITH ASIFLEX FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2013-14
PRESENTED BY: Marcie Bravo-Ortuno, HR Administrator, Human Resources&
Risk Management
This is a request for City Council to approve renewing the contract for services for the Health
Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) in an amount not to exceed
$12,726. This provider is the current administrator of the Health Care and Dependent Care
Flexible Spending Accounts. This program will provide services for City of Glendale Active
employees and COBRA participants for the Fiscal Year 2013-14.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
approve renewing the contract for services for the Health Care and Dependent Care
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) in an amount not to exceed $12,726. The motion carried
unanimously.
19. AWARD OF CONTRACT 13-23 TO SP PLUS GAMEDAY FOR SHUTTLE
OPERATIONS FOR STADIUM EVENTS
PRESENTED BY: Debbie Albert, Acting Deputy Transportation Director,
Transportation Services
This is a request for City Council to award the bid and authorize the City Manager to enter into
an agreement with Standard Parking Corporation (SP Plus Gameday) in an amount not to exceed
$3,000,000 over the life of the five-year contract for operation of shuttles during large Stadium
events.
Ms. Albert said the shuttles operate between overflow parking areas and shuttle stops located just
north of the stadium. This service is provided for major events hosted at the stadium. Over
6,000 people utilize this service at a typical Cardinals home game. Two proposals were received
and SP Plus Gameday was selected as the most responsible bidder. The estimated cost to operate
the shuttle service annually is about$363,000.
It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
enter into an agreement with Standard Parking Corporation (SP Plus Gameday) in an
amount not to exceed $3,000,000. The motion carried unanimously.
20. AGREEMENT WITH CORPORATE JOB BANK FOR TEMPORARY STAFFING OF
CUSTODIAL SERVICES AND RATIFICATION OF EXPENDITURES
PRESENTED BY: Christina Betz, Acting Deputy Director, Public Works
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This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with
Corporate Job Bank in an amount not to exceed $200,000 annually for temporary staffing
required to meet the cities custodial needs in fiscal year(FY) 2013-14.
This is a request for Council to ratify the expenditure of funds exceeding $50,000 to Corporate
Job Bank for temporary staffing services provided in FY 2012-13.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack,to enter into
an agreement with Corporate Job Bank in an amount not to exceed $200,000 annually for
temporary staffing required to meet the cities custodial needs in fiscal year (FY) 2013-14.
The motion carried unanimously.
21. AGREEMENT WITH CLIFTON LARSON ALLEN, LLP FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT
SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Diane Goke, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for
external audit services for three years and an option to renew for two more years in an amount
not to exceed $475,400 beginning with the FY 2012-13 external audit.
Ms. Goke said the city is required to have an annual external audit performed as part of the
charter and Arizona state statutes. The city received six proposals for this service. Clifton
Larson Allen was selected by the evaluation panel.
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood,and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
enter into an agreement for external audit services for three years and an option to renew
for two more years in an amount not to exceed $475,400. The motion carried unanimously.
22. AGREEMENT WITH JNA CONSULTING GROUP, LLC FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY
SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Diane Goke, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for
financial advisory services with JNA Consulting Group, LLC.
Ms. Goke discussed the various items included in financial advisory services. In order to
increase efficiency, staff agreed to consolidated services into one firm that could provide all of
the city's financial advisory services and include the financial plan for water services. She said
this plan is estimated to save the city at least $200,000 annually. She said the city will not pay a
monthly retainer, and will only pay on a per hour basis, plus expenses. The city received four
proposals for this service. JNA Consulting Group, LLC was selected by the evaluation panel.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to
enter into an agreement for financial advisory services with JNA Consulting Group, LLC.
The motion carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARING—ORDINANCES
23. REZONING APPLICATION ZON12-03 (ORDINANCE): LUKE LAND INDUSTRIAL PARK—
6010 NORTH LITCHFIELD ROAD (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director
ORDINANCE: 2848
This is a request by Gilmore Parsons, representing Luke Land, for City Council to approve a
Rezoning Application for property located west of Litchfield Road on the north and south sides
of the Bethany Home Road alignment. The request would rezone 171 acres from A-1
(Agricultural) and C-3 (Heavy Commercial)to M-1 (Light Industrial).
Staff is requesting Council to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the title, and adopt
an ordinance for ZON12-03, subject to the stipulations as recommended by Planning
Commission.
Mr. Froke said this is the final step for council to approve a new industrial park known as Luke
Land Industrial Park.
Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No.23.
As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 2848 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 6010
NORTH LITCHFIELD ROAD FROM A-1 (AGRICULTURAL) AND C-3 (HEAVY
COMMERCIAL) TO M-1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to pass,
adopt and approve Ordinance 2848 New Series, Rezoning Application for property located
west of Litchfield Road on the north and south sides of the Bethany Home Road alignment.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the following Councilmembers voting "aye":
Alvarez, Chavira, Hugh, Knaack, Martinez, Sherwood, and Weiers. Members voting
"nay": none. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES
24. CITY AUDITOR ORDINANCE
PRESENTED BY: Candace MacLeod, City Auditor
ORDINANCE: 2849
The purpose of this report is to request the City Manager forward this item to City Council for
their consideration and approval. Under the proposed ordinance, the City Auditor's Office would
report functionally to City Council and administratively to the City Manager. Staff is requesting
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that Council waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance amending the reporting
structure of the City Auditor's Office.
ORDINANCE NO. 2849 NEW SERIES, WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE CHAPTER
2, (ADMINISTRATION), ARTICLE III (OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES), BY ADDING
A NEW SECTION 2-54 RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF THE CITY AUDITOR; AND
SETTING FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
approve Ordinance No. 2849 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following Councilmembers voting "aye": Chavira, Hugh, Knaack, Martinez, Sherwood,
and Weiers. Members voting"nay": Alvarez.
25. WATER SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION
PRESENTED BY: Craig A. Johnson, P.E., Executive Director, Water Services
ORDINANCE: 2850
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance
establishing a Water Services Advisory Commission on water and sewer.
Mr. Johnson said 44 members of the ad hoc water and sewer committee worked to develop
recommendations and these were presented to council. One of the key recommendations was
establishment of an ongoing water services advisory commission.
Mayor Weiers said initially he was concerned about filling the positions on this commission. He
was very excited to hear now about the interest in this commission and the issues.
ORDINANCE NO. 2850 NEW SERIES, WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE CHAPTER
2 (ADMINISTRATION), ARTICLE VIII (BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, ETC.) BY
ESTABLISHING A WATER SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to
approve Ordinance No. 2850 New Series. Motion carried on a roll call vote, with the
following Councilmembers voting "aye": Alvarez, Chavira, Hugh, Knaack, Martinez,
Sherwood, and Weiers. Members voting "nay": none.
26. AUTHORIZATION FOR LEASE FINANCING
PRESENTED BY: Diane Goke, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
ORDINANCE: 2851
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It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack to table
this item and it was additionally moved to bring the item back to the next available
workshop. The motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
27. SANITATION ROLL-OFF SERVICE RATE ADJUSTMENT
PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works
RESOLUTION: 4702
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
adjusting the rates for roll-off service provided by the City of Glendale, effective July 1, 2013.
Mr. Kent explained roll-off services and said a modest rate increase is necessary to recover
operation costs. He said this will be the first adjustment since 2008. He also discussed the two
different components of the rol I-off rates and the rate increases for each.
Councilmember Alvarez asked if there was going to be an increase for the fees for the smaller
containers in the alleys in the downtown area. Mr. Kent said this only affects the bins that are 20
to 40 cubic yards. He said the bins Councilmember Alvarez is referring to are only about 2 to 3
cubic yards. He also said this has no effect on the residential rate and there will be no residential
rate increases.
Mayor Weiers asked if this increase was comparable to prices other companies were charging.
Mr. Kent said yes it was a competitive price.
RESOLUTION NO. 4702 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY,
IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, ADJUSTING THE RATES FOR ROLL-OFF
SERVICE FEES; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
pass, adopt and approve Resolution No. 4702 New Series. The motion carried
unanimously.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Sherwood, to vacate the
regularly scheduled July City Council Meetings through and including August 6th, 2013.
It was further moved to hold a City Council Workshop to be followed by an Executive Session
pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03 on Thursday, June 27th, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council
Chambers, Room B-3.The motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
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Mr. Jeff Blake, Cholla District, spoke about keeping the Coyotes in Glendale. He spoke about
businesses that would come to Westgate if they knew the Coyotes were staying in Glendale. He
said it is good for business at Westgate if the Coyotes stayed. If the Coyotes leave Glendale,
businesses would close and people would lose their jobs. He spoke about attendance at the
games and potential shoppers in that area.
Mr. Bill Demski, Sahuaro District, spoke with disapproval about the Coyotes and the pending
deal. He also discussed interest rates on loans. He talked about the increase in property taxes as
well.
Ms. Bernadette Bolognini, Ocotillo District, spoke about transparency with the Coyotes and
arena deals. She asked if Council could keep their promises about transparency. She said only
Councilmember Alvarez is keeping her promise. She said the city should not keep subsidizing
the NHL. She asked the Council to spend the money on the citizens.
Mr. Arthur Thruston, Cactus District, said Councilmember Alvarez is the only one who is not
afraid to stand up and say what is in the best interests of Glendale. He spoke about the lack of
transparency. He said the council should be bringing business to the city, not spending money
on the Coyotes.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Sherwood was glad the council finally voted on the City Auditor Ordinance and
believed this was the right way to correct the reporting structure.
Councilmember Martinez thanked the commission members taking the oath of office and was
glad to have a water services commission. He asked anyone interested to get their applications
for appointment to that new commission in to the city.
Vice Mayor Knaack wished everyone a happy and safe summer and asked everyone to watch
their children around water.
Mayor Weiers wished his wife a happy 31st wedding anniversary.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the m- ' g was .sjourned at 8.12 p.m.
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