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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 4/8/2014 GLENDfE MINUTES OF THE GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 5850 West Glendale Avenue April 8,2014 6:00 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 Brenda Fischer, City Manager; Julie Frisoni, Assistant City Manager; Jennifer Campbell, Assistant City Manager; Michael Bailey, City Attorney; and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk. Mayor Weiers called for the Pledge of Allegiance. The prayer/invocation was given by Pastor Ron Garrett from Valley Pentecostal Church. Compliance with Article VII. Section 6(c) of the Glendale Charter A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the 3 resolutions and 3 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 March. 25. 2014 City Council M•eting It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the March 25, 2014 Regular City Council meeting, as each member of the Council had been provided copies in advance, and approve them as written. The motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS PROCLAIM APRIL 13 - 19, 2014 AS NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK PRESENTED BY: Office of the Mayor ACCEPTED BY: Ms. Karen Aborne, Library Advisor, and members of the Library Advisory Board This is a request for City Council to proclaim April 13 through April 19 as National Library Week in the City of Glendale and present the proclamation to Library Advisory Board Chair, Karen Aborne, and Library Advisory Board Members. Mayor Weiers read and presented the proclamation to Ms. Aborne and the members of the Library Advisory Board. PRESENTATION OF AGE-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY AWARD PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation and Library Services ACCEPTED BY: Mayor and Council On March 27, 2014, the City of Glendale received the first-ever Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) "Age-Friendly Community Award" at the "All Ages, One Region" conference at the Glendale Civic Center. This is a request by staff to present the award to the City Council. Mr. Strunk presented the award to Mayor Weirs and the City Council. CONSENT AGENDA Ms. Brenda Fischer, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 7. Councilmember Chavira asked to hear item number 1 separately. 2. AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY MANAGER TO RECLASSIFY EXISTING POSITIONS WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION PRESENTED BY: Jim Brown, Executive Director, Human Resources and Risk Management This is a request for the City Council to authorize the City Manager to reclassify existing positions within the organization that have experienced a change in duties and/or responsibilities and to authorize a transfer one of those positions between departments. 3. RATIFICATION OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS TO SHANNON S. MARTIN COMPANY, INC. FOR CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR OUTDOOR PARK RESTROOMS PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation and Library Services This is the first of three items on the agenda this evening related to a new contract for custodial services at several Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department (PRLS) facilities. Specifically, this item is a request for City Council to ratify the expenditure of funds in the amount not to exceed $58,850 to the Shannon S. Martin Company, Inc. for custodial services provided in fiscal year (FY) 2013-14 for 21 outdoor park restrooms. 4. RATIFICATION OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS TO UNITED MAINTENANCE COMPANY, INC. FOR CUSTODIAL SERVICES AT THE FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation and Library Services This is the second of three items on the agenda this evening related to a new contract for custodial services at several Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department (PRLS) facilities. Specifically, this is a request for City Council to ratify the expenditure of funds in the 2 amount not to exceed $55,650 to United Maintenance Company, Inc. for custodial services provided in fiscal year (FY) 2013-14 at the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center. 5. AUTHORIZATION FOR COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FROM CHAPMAN FORD PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works This is a request for City Council to authorize the cooperative purchase of two vehicles from Chapman Ford from a State of Arizona cooperative purchasing agreement in a total amount not to exceed $63,948 for the City of Glendale fleet. 6. AUTHORIZATION FOR COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FROM SANDERSON FORD PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works This is a request for City Council to authorize the cooperative purchase of six vehicles from Sanderson Ford from a State of Arizona cooperative purchasing agreement in a total amount not to exceed $148,365. 7. AUTHORIZATION FOR COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FROM COURTESY CHEVROLET PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works This is a request for City Council to authorize the cooperative purchase of four vehicles from Courtesy Chevrolet from a State of Arizona cooperative purchasing agreement in a total amount not to exceed $89,326 for the City of Glendale fleet. It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Numbers 2 through 7. The motion carried unanimously. 1. APPROVE LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-13012, PRO'S RANCH MARKET PHOENIX 4 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 Pro's Ranch Market Phoenix 4 located at 6730 West Camelback Road. The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10076496 S) was submitted by Andrea D. Lewkowitz. Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval. Ms. Matousek is currently operating with a temporary permit, so approval of this permit will not increase the number of liquor licenses in the area. When an application is received, it is reviewed by the Community and Economic Development, Police and Fire departments. No protests were received during the 20 day posting period. Councilmember Chavira asked for confirmation that no complaints were received on this. 3 Ms. Matousek said no protests were received during the 20 day posting period. It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack and seconded by Councilmember Hugh to forward Liquor License Application No. 5-13012 for PRO's Ranch Market Phoenix 4 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 number 8 number and title. 8. RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH COX COMMUNICATIONS ARIZONA, LLC TO OPERATE A CABLE AND FIBER-BASED COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK WITHIN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works RESOLUTION: 4784 This is a request for the 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 Cox Communications Arizona, LLC (Cox) to operate a cable and fiber-based communication network within public right-of-way and provide service throughout the community. RESOLUTION NO. 4784 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 RENEWAL OF A CABLE TELEVISION LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH COX COMMUNICATIONS ARIZONA, LLC. It was moved by Councilmember Martinez and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to approve the recommended action on Consent Agenda Item Number 8, including the approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4784 New Series; the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING- DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES 9. REQUEST TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES FOR THE CITY OF GLENDALE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED) PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works This is a request for City Council to hold a public hearing on the proposed development impact fees for the City of Glendale. Following the public hearing, city staff will complete the final development impact fee schedule and the amendments to City Code, Chapter 28,Article VI - Development Impact Fees 4 that will be presented for adoption at the May 13, 2014 voting meeting of the Glendale City Council, with an effective date of July 31, 2014. Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 9. As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing. PUBLIC HEARING- LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS 10.GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-02 (RESOLUTION) AND REZONING APPLICATION ZON13-03 (ORDINANCE): EMRALD POINT PAD - 6751 NORTH 99TH AVENUE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED) (Continued from March 25, 2014 voting meeting) PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director RESOLUTION: 4782 ORDINANCE: 2882 These are requests by Earl, Curley and Lagarde P.C. representing Emrland LLLP for City Council to approve a General Plan Amendment and a Rezoning Application on 33 acres. The request is to amend the general plan land use map from Planned Commercial (PC) and BP (Business Park) to CCC (Corporate Commerce Center) and to rezone the site from A-1 (Agricultural) to PAD (Planned Area Development) zoning district. The property is located at the southwest corner of the Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue. Staff is requesting Council conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the titles, and adopt a resolution for GPA13-02 and approve an ordinance for ZON13-03, subject to the stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mr. Froke explained the general plan and zoning change in detail. He said the change would offer a mixed use development for business and housing development. He provided additional context with a map. He discussed the applicant's conceptual site plan of the area. He said the Planning Commission voted to approve both amendments. Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 10. As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4782 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BY APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-02 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6751 NORTH 99TH AVENUE. It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to pass, adopt and approve Resolution No. 4782 New Series. The motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 2882 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 FROM A-1 (AGRICULTURAL) TO PAD (PLANNED AREA 5 DEVELOPMENT); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to approve Ordinance No. 2882 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. 11. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-04 (RESOLUTION) AND REZONING APPLICATION ZON13-07 (ORDINANCE): ASPERA PAD - 20250 NORTH 75TH AVENUE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED) PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director RESOLUTION: 4785 ORDINANCE: 2885 These requests are by Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. representing Cardon Development Group for City Council to approve a General Plan Amendment and a Rezoning Application on 76.11 acres. The request is to amend the General Plan Land Use Map from Low Density Residential (1-2.5 dwelling units per acre), Office, Public Facility, and Parks and Open Space to Medium High Density Residential, High Density Residential, Planned Commercial, Office, and Public Facility and to rezone from A-1 (Agricultural), R1-6 (Single Residence), and PAD (Planned Area Development) to PAD. The applicant intends to develop a mixed use project titled "Aspera" that will include supervisory care, professional and medical office, commercial, multi-family residential, and public facility land uses. The property is located at the northwest corner of the Loop 101 and 75th Avenue. Cardon Development Group purchased the site from the Community Church of Joy in 2013. The church deemed the land as not needed for their campus. Staff is requesting Council conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the titles, and adopt a resolution for GPA13-04 and approve an ordinance for ZON13-07, subject to the stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission, along with some slight modifications as requested by the neighborhood and the applicant. Stipulation No. 8, acted on by the Commission, can be deleted as the applicant revised the PAD booklet to accommodate requested changes to the Comprehensive Sign Plan. This stipulation has not been included in the Ordinance and the remaining stipulations have been renumbered. Mr. Froke provided some detailed maps to show the area and how it would look upon approval, which included housing, retail and offices. He also discussed some street improvements that would be made during this project as well. He said there is a traffic issue right now on 75th Avenue and they are trying to address that. Street improvements would improve the traffic flow, including a continuous third southbound lane on 75th Avenue between Aspera Boulevard and Beardsley Road. 78th Avenue will be a newly constructed street which will provide further vehicular access. He said staff's recommendation would be to approve this project. 6 Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 11. Ed Bull, representing Cardon Development Group, concurred with both recommendations for approval and agreed with the fourteen stipulations. He explained the various parcels and how the land was to be developed. He said he worked closely with staff and they have reached out to the neighbors and conducted neighborhood meetings. They agreed to a list of prohibited uses as well. He said this development is expected to create many jobs and the street improvements will be done first and are valued at approximately$5 million. Mark Barkenbush, representing Banner Health, said Banner has had a longstanding positive relationship with the city. He said the facility is an outpatient facility and is not a hospital. He said within this development, it is a very positive step for them and he envisions his employees living in the surrounding area. Mike Trueman, representing P.B. Bell Companies, said they are a local company and are best known for quality. He said the location is very desirable and he anticipates his residents working in the area. He said they care about the quality aspect of this project. Councilmember Sherwood asked what percent of Class A multi-family projects exist today in the valley. Mr. Trueman guessed it was 15 to 18 percent. Councilmember Sherwood said he works a lot with multi-housing and complimented Mr. Trueman and his company. He said they do very nice projects and it is special for the west valley to get one of these projects. He is glad they have the confidence to build properties in the west valley. Barbara Willis, representing Treasure House, said Treasure House is the vision of former Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner. They are joined with the Cardon family to give individuals with development disabilities an opportunity to give back to the community. Each of the individuals living at Treasure House will work in the community and the Aspera project will give them an opportunity they might not otherwise have. Councilmember Chavira said this is an incredible development and it embodies economic development and opportunities for many people. He said this will be a Class A development in every way. Don Cardon said they are fortunate to do things that bring them joy. He said this project is more than a commercial operation and it will benefit the whole community. They are fortunate to have Banner Health and P.B. Bell involved as well. He said he wanted his daughter, Emma, here to show her how things come together and thanked staff for bringing this project together. 7 Keith Weschampf, a Glendale resident, said he is the president of the congregation at the Community Church of Joy and he supports this project. He said they have tried to make sure development in this project will benefit the community. He is excited about this project and urged Council support of this project. Dr. Walt Kallestad, a Glendale resident and the senior pastor at the Community Church of joy, said his commitment has been to bring greater joy to Glendale. He said Mr. Cardon is a great, quality man. He thanked staff and said they are the best in the valley. He also thanked the Council for the great work they are doing. He is looking forward to the relationships this project will create. Laurie Gannon, a Phoenix resident and president of Joy Christian School Board, said she wanted to see the council approve this project. She said it would do so much for the school and provide many opportunities for the students. Donald Mellon, a Yucca resident, said it would be an honor for him to support this cause and hoped the Council would support it to. Jesse Rahn, a Sun City resident, said he serves on the Joy Christian School Board. He pointed out there are a lot of children that would benefit from the Treasure House. He has a child with special needs and felt his son would benefit from this as well. Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4785 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BY APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-04 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20250 NORTH 75th AVENUE. It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira,to pass, adopt and approve Resolution No. 4785 New Series. The motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 2885 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 20250 NORTH 75TH AVENUE FROM A-1 (AGRICULTURAL), R1-6 (SINGLE RESIDENCE), AND PAD (PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT) TO PAD (PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira,to approve Ordinance No. 2885 New Series with the 14 stipulations as follows: 1. Development shall be in substantial conformance with the PAD document, date stamped February 21, 2014. Less intensive development may be deemed substantially conforming by the Planning Director, subject to Design Review approval. 8 2. Right-of-way dedications and off-street improvements shall be completed on 75th Avenue prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy of any building during Phase 1 development. Right-of-way dedications and off-street improvements to Aspera Boulevard and 78th Avenue shall be required as part of the development of adjacent parcels. 3. The planned traffic signal at Aspera Boulevard and 75th Avenue shall be designed and constructed by the property owner and shall be completed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy of any building during Phase 1 development. The existing median break north of this intersection shall be permanently closed and replaced with vertical curb, new landscaping and a drip irrigation system in conjunction with the traffic signal noted above. 4. The existing median break at Irma Lane and 75th Avenue shall be redesigned and reconstructed by the property owner and shall be completed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy of any building during Phase I development. A splitter island and merge lane shall be installed by the property owner. 5. Public sidewalks shall be constructed on both sides of Aspera Boulevard and 78th Avenue. 6. There shall be a 30 foot landscaped triangle provided on the corner of 75th Avenue and the Loop 101 in conjunction with the development of Parcel F. 7. Vehicular access to Parcel K shall be provided to APS at no cost. 8. As proposed by the applicant billboards and digital billboards shall not be permitted in Aspera. 9. A minimum of 2.34 acres of lakes and the required distribution system for reclaimed water shall be constructed in conjunction with Parcel A. The lakes shall be owned and maintained by the property owner. 10. Residential development on Parcel D shall provide documentation of compliance with Section 7.700, Freeway Development Standards, at the time of the design review submittal. 11. All outdoor lighting shall be fully shielded and shall comply with the Outdoor Light Control ordinance. 12. All land uses within the development shall comply with the Glendale City Code concerning noise. 13. Any menu boards and speaker boxes for quick-service food restaurants with an automobile drive-thru service window shall be oriented away and screened from any applicant's single-family residences. 9 14. Deferred presentment companies,payday loan facilities and similar check cashing facilities that cash checks as their primary business (but this does not prohibit banks or retail businesses such as a grocery store that cash checks as a customer service that is ancillary to their primary business) are prohibited within the development. Councilmember Sherwood said he believed this had been stated by the public, but this is one of the larger infill projects the city has had and it is a perfect blend of businesses. He appreciated the updates and the Cardon team and city staff working together on this project. Councilmember Martinez said he first heard about this project a year ago from Mr. Cardon. He told Mr. Cardon it sounded like a good project. He also told Mr. Cardon that the neighborhoods would be very interested in the project because in the past they had shown that any development that came along they wanted to be part of the process and they did take part. He met with Dr. Kallestad and his son over this project. He said one of the things they did early on was they asked him to provide them with the names of community leaders and they reached out to them and they had four individual meetings in different areas, which is unheard of, and they had one inclusive meeting of all the neighborhoods. He said there were many concerns expressed by the residents. All the concerns were addressed and there have been some changes done already and some others yet to be done that will make the project better. He wanted to express his thanks to Mr. Cardon, Mr. Bull, Mr. Bachman, and everyone that has taken part in this, especially city staff,because this is really an outstanding project for the city and for the area. He cannot say enough about the staff as they did a tremendous job. Councilmember Chavira directed his comments to Dr. Kallestad, senior pastor thanking him and his team. He said he inspired the staff to come together on this project and it is joy that they bring to the community. Mayor Weiers explained his vote by saying he was seeing a trend in Glendale and here we go again. He said it is a class act and they will fit together like a glove. 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. BIDS AND CONTRACTS 12.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH CARETAKERS BUILDING MAINTENANCE, L.L.C. FOR CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR THE PARKS, RECREATION AND LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation and Library Services This is the third of three items on the agenda this evening related to a new contract for custodial services at several Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department (PRLS) facilities. Specifically, this is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with CareTakers Building Maintenance, L.L.C. for an amount not to exceed $223,436.16 for basic custodial service for various PRLS facilities. 10 Mr. Strunk said they manage and oversee a variety of facilities and functions, including the libraries and the recreation centers and parks. Each of these has custodial needs and request approval of this contract. It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with CareTakers Building Maintenance, L.L.C. for an amount not to exceed $223,436.16 for basic custodial service for various PRLS facilities. The motion carried unanimously. 13.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL SPECTRUM, L.P. FOR POLICE SERVICES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an Agreement for Services with Global Spectrum, L.P. for traffic/crowd control, asset protection, and other mutually agreed upon services that Glendale Police Department (GPD) police personnel would typically perform related to events at the University of Phoenix Stadium (Stadium). Chief Black said under the terms of this agreement, Global Spectrum will pay the Police Department for the services of officers. This agreement will remain in effect until July 1, 2016. It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to authorize the City Manager to enter into an Agreement for Police Services at the University of Phoenix Stadium with Global Spectrum, L.P. The motion carried unanimously. 14.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH GRANICUS, INC.TO PURCHASE AGENDA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE PRESENTED BY: Chuck Murphy, Executive Director,Technology and Innovation This is a special procurement purchase request for City Council to approve the expenditure of funds for a four year agreement with Granicus, Inc. for the purchase of Legistar agenda management software and managed services in an amount not to exceed$94,514. Mr. Murphy said this software will integrate with the city's existing system and will reduce staff time in managing the agenda process. It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the expenditure of funds for a four year agreement with Granicus, Inc. for the purchase of Legistar agenda management software and managed services in an amount not to exceed $94,514. The motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCES 15.ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 16,ARTICLE I, SECTION 16-8 (ASSUMPTION OF JURISDICTION TO ADOPT FIRE CODE) 11 PRESENTED BY: Mark Burdick, Fire Chief ORDINANCE: 2886 This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance, amending Glendale City Code Chapter 16, Article I, Section 16-8, relating to Assumption of Jurisdiction to Adopt Fire Code. This action will replace outdated language and clarify the regulatory authority within the jurisdictional boundaries. Chief Burdick said the language has been approved through the State Fire Marshall's office and the city attorney's office and will provide sufficient regulatory authority to assume this jurisdiction. He said with this change, the Glendale fire prevention division will have the necessary authority to address any immediate and ongoing needs to assure that minimum life safety standards at all education, state and county facilities that lie within Glendale ORDINANCE NO. 2886 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 16 (FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION), ARTICLE 1 (IN GENERAL), SECTION 16-8 ASSUMPTION OF JURISDICTION TO ADOPT FIRE CODE); AND SETTING FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to approve Ordinance No. 2886 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. REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to vacate the Special City Council Budget Workshop scheduled on Thursday April 10, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in Room B-3 of the City Council Chambers. It was further moved to hold a City Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Room B-3 on Tuesday, April, 15, 2014, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03. The motion carried unanimously. CITIZEN COMMENTS Bill Demski, a Sahuaro resident, spoke about the charter policy about bidding regarding items over$50,000. He spoke about a contract with an auditing firm to conduct a city audit. He spoke about several newspaper articles about issues regarding Craig Tindall, former City Attorney, and the Glendale fire truck. He asked if there was a city policy regarding an open bid for a contract over$50,000. Randy Miller, a Barrel resident, said he was a candidate for Council, and wanted to point out that the Council are people that cared enough to try and do something for the city. He thanked the Council for the job they do. He said many of the people he meets are angry and said 12 citizens aren't upset about not sun setting the tax. However, he said they want growth to come from economic development. He asked if the Council could discuss economic development in a workshop. He thanked Erik Strunk for the awesome job he has done. Bud Zomok,an Ocotillo resident, said it is National Volunteer Week and reminded everyone to take a moment to thank the volunteers who work with the city. Ricki Ray,a Cactus resident, said her campaign was to change the public comment portion of the meeting and make positive comment. She said the city has challenges, but she believes there are incredible things happening in the city. She is happy with the development happening near the Church of Joy. She has also had the opportunity to work with city staff and thanked everyone for the job they do. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Sherwood echoed the comments of the last speaker. He said even the budget process is looking more positive as they move through that. He said there are a lot of good things coming to the city and said the staff is great. Councilmember Martinez thanked everyone who serves on the boards and commissions and all the volunteers who work for the city. Councilmember Chavira said this is why he chose to serve. The team is coming together and righting the ship. Vice Mayor Knaack thanked Ms. Ray for her words. She said the purple ribbons on the poles downtown are in honor of Relay for Life,which helps fight cancer. She said it helps to honor those who did not survive,those who are still fighting and those who have survived. She encouraged everyone to come out and support the cause. Mayor Weiers said he attended the Relay for Life last year. He said as a cancer survivor,it meant a lot to him to participate and he was able to carry his brand new grandson during the walk as well. He also said he is starting a business of the week where he will promote Glendale businesses by tweeting information. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Pamela Hanna - City Clerk 13