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MINUTES OF THE
GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
5850 West Glendale Avenue
May 13, 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.
Mayor Weiers asked that Mr. Manual Cruz,who had passed away, be remembered.
The prayer/invocation was given by Father John Ssegawa,A.J. from St. Helen Catholic Church.
Compliance with Article VII.Section 6(c) of the Glendale Charter
A statement was filed by the City Clerk that the 8 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
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to
dispense with the reading of the minutes of the April 22, 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 MAY 18 THROUGH MAY 24, 2014 AS NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK IN THE CITY
OF GLENDALE
PRESENTED BY: Office of the Mayor
ACCEPTED BY: City of Glendale Employees:
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Mr. Bill Passmore, Engineering
Ms. Engrid Hayes, Field Operations
Mr. Kevin Link,Transportation
Mr. Louie Gomez, Water Services
This is a request for City Council to proclaim May 18 through May 24, 2014 as National Public
Works Week in the City of Glendale.
Bill Passmore (Engineering), Engrid Hayes (Field Operations), Kevin Link (Transportation), and
Louie Gomez (Water Services) received the proclamation on behalf of all Glendale employees who
provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as Public Works.
CONSENT AGENDA
Ms. Brenda Fischer, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 1 through 8.
1. APPROVE LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-13281, DUBINA BREWING CO.
PRESENTED BY: Susan Matousek, Revenue Administrator
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, non-transferable series 3 (Domestic
Microbrewery) license for Dubina Brewing Co. located at 17035 North 67th Avenue, Suite 6-7. The
Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 03073076) was submitted by
James Joseph Dubina.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
2. APPROVE LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 5-13375, FLASH MINI MART
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 for Flash Mini Mart located at 5954 West Bethany Home Road. The Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control application (No. 10076516) was submitted by Ali
Tariq Awawdeh.
Staff is requesting Council to forward this application to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control with a recommendation of approval.
3. EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION FOR LEAGUE OF ARIZONA CITIES AND TOWNS 2014-15
MEMBERSHIP DUES
PRESENTED BY: Brent Stoddard, Intergovernmental Programs Director
This is a request for City Council to approve expenditure authorization by the City Manager to the
League of Arizona Cities and Towns (LACT) for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2014-15 membership dues for
the City of Glendale in an amount not to exceed $88,250.
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4. AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE SPENDING AUTHORITY FOR MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY
SERVICES FOR THE PURCHASE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PRESENTED BY: Mark Burdick, Fire Chief
This is a request for City Council to approve an increase to a purchase order for Municipal
Emergency Services (MES) for the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
5. AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE SPENDING AUTHORITY FOR UNITED FIRE FOR THE
PURCHASE OF SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUSES
PRESENTED BY: Mark Burdick, Fire Chief
This is a request for City Council to approve an increase of a purchase order to United Fire for the
purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SCBA) upgrades to $142,291 for fiscal year
(FY) 2014/15.
6. AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT AGREEMENT WITH
MORPHOTRAK, LLC
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
This is a request for City Council to authorize the extension of the maintenance and support
agreement with MorphoTrak, LLC in the amount of $38,977, and authorize the City Manager or
designee to automatically renew the maintenance and support agreement annually upon consent
of both parties.
7. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE NEW EQUIPMENT FROM MORPHOTRAK, LLC
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
This is a request for City Council to authorize a purchase from MorphoTrak, LLC in the
approximate amount of $27,585 for the purchase of 15 MorphoIDent mobile fingerprint
identification devices.
8. EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT FOR
POLICE MOTORCYCLES
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
This is a request for City Council to authorize the expenditure of funds for the purchase of 14 box
trunks from Creative Communications Sales & Rentals, Inc. in the approximate amount of$28,000
to complete the outfitting of the police motorcycle fleet. This purchase, combined with previous
purchases from Creative Communications Sales & Rentals, Inc., equals an amount exceeding the
$50,000 expenditure authority limit to any single vendor and therefore requires Council approval.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to approve
the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Numbers 1 through 8, and to forward
Liquor License Application No. 5-13281 for Dubina Brewing Co. and Liquor License
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Application No. 5-13375 for Flash Mini Mart 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 13 by
number and title.
9. AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CHANGE ORDER TO THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
OF HIGHWAY SAFETY CONTRACT TO ACCEPT ADDITIONAL FUNDING
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
RESOLUTION: 4791
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a Resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into Change Order No. 2014A-029 to the Arizona Governor's
Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) Contract 2014-PT-041 to accept an increase in funding in the
approximate amount of$79,000 to purchase additional capital outlay equipment for the Selective
Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP).
RESOLUTION NO. 4791 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 CHANGE ORDER NO. 2014A-029 TO THE GOVERNOR'S
OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY GRANT ON BEHALF OF THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
10.AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT ARIZONA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY GRANTS
FOR A DUI/ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT VEHICLE AND PARTICIPATION IN THE BUCKLE UP
ARIZONA ENFORCEMENT CAMPAIGN
PRESENTED BY: Debora Black, Police Chief
RESOLUTION: 4792
This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a Resolution
authorizing the City Manager to accept two Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS)
grants in the total approximate amount of$55,000 for the purchase of a DUI/Alcohol enforcement
vehicle and personnel related expenses to participate in the two-week "Buckle Up Arizona"
enforcement campaign.
RESOLUTION NO. 4792 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 TWO GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY
GRANTS ON BEHALF OF THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
11.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR MARYLAND AVENUE BIKE ROUTE SPOT
IMPROVEMENTS
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PRESENTED BY: Cathy Colbath, Interim Executive Director, Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4793
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 the
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for design and construction of spot improvements
to an existing bicycle route along Maryland Avenue where gaps in the route currently exist.
RESOLUTION NO. 4793 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 ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF MULTI-USE PATHWAYS, WIDENING, AND BIKE LANE STRIPING FROM
MARYLAND AVENUE, 67TH TO 69TH AVENUES AND 79TH TO 83RD AVENUES.
12.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE NEW RIVER NORTH SHARED USE
PATHWAY
PRESENTED BY: Cathy Colbath, Interim Executive Director, Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4794
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 the
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for design and construction of improvements to
the New River pathway system in north Glendale.
RESOLUTION NO. 4794 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 ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (IGA/JPA 13-
0003922-I) FOR THE NEW RIVER NORTH SHARED USE PATHWAY PROJECT IN THE CITY OF
GLENDALE.
13.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A SIGN INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM AND SIGN UPGRADES
PRESENTED BY: Cathy Colbath, Interim Executive Director, Transportation Services
RESOLUTION: 4795
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 the
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for the procurement of a sign inventory
management system and sign upgrades at various locations in the city.
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RESOLUTION NO. 4795 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 ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RELATING TO THE
"SIGN INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND SIGN UPGRADE" PROJECT IN VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF GLENDALE.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to approve
the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Numbers 9 through 13, including the
approval and adoption of Resolution No. 4791 New Series, Resolution No. 4792 New Series,
Resolution No. 4793 New Series, Resolution No. 4794 New Series, Resolution No. 4795 New
Series; The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
14. REZONING APPLICATION ZON13-12 (ORDINANCE): CATANIA R1-7 PRD - 8645 WEST
GLENDALE AVENUE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director
ORDINANCE: 2888
This is a request by Withey Morris PLC representing K-Hovnanian Homes for City Council to
approve a Rezoning Application on 20 acres. The request is to rezone from A-1 (Agricultural) to
R1-7 PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential Development).
The applicant intends to develop a gated community titled "Catania." Seventy nine lots are
planned for new single family homes. The property is located at the southeast corner of Glendale
Avenue and 87th Avenue.
Staff is requesting Council conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the title, and approve
an ordinance for ZON13-12, subject to the stipulations as recommended by the Planning
Commission.
Mr. Froke provided further explanation of where the property was located. The rezoning would
allow 79 detached homes in a gated community. He said the east half of 87th Avenue will be
completed when K-Hovnanian Homes completes this project. He said there were several
stipulations recommended by the Planning Commission and staff recommends approval of this
project.
Jason Morris of Withey Morris complimented staff on the assistance and recommendations they
provided during the approval process.
Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 14.
As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2888 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 R1-7 PRD (SINGLE RESIDENCE, PLANNED
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
approve Ordinance No. 2888 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.
15. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-08 (RESOLUTION) AND REZONING APPLICATION
ZON13-13 (ORDINANCE): MING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONE - 6812 WEST
PARADISE LANE (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director
RESOLUTION: 4796
ORDINANCE: 2889
This is a request by the property owner, Matthew Ming, to amend the general plan designation on
his property from 8-12 (MHDR - Medium-High Density Residential) to 3.5 -5 (Medium Density
Residential) and to rezone the property from A-1 (Agricultural) to R1-4 (Single Residence) zoning
district on 1.84 acres.
Staff is requesting Council conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the titles, and adopt a
resolution for GPA13-08 and approve an ordinance for ZON13-13, subject to the stipulations as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Froke provided explanation of the amendments requested. He said the Planning Commission
recommended approval with several stipulations.
Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 15.
As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 4796 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 GPA13-08 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6812 WEST
PARADISE LANE.
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to pass,
adopt and approve Resolution No. 4796 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 2889 NEW SERIES, WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT BEING AN
ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
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REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6812 WEST PARADISE LANE FROM A-1
(AGRICULTURAL) TO R1-4 (SINGLE RESIDENCE); AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
approve Ordinance No. 2889 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.
16. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA13-03 (RESOLUTION) AND REZONING APPLICATION
ZON13-06 (ORDINANCE): WEST POINTE VILLAGE PAD - 7041 WEST OLIVE AVENUE (PUBLIC
HEARING REQUIRED)
PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director
RESOLUTION: 4797
ORDINANCE: 2890
These requests are by Dave Cisiewski Esq. representing Westside Land LLC for City Council to
approve a General Plan Amendment and a Rezoning Application on 26.28 acres. The request is to
amend the General Plan designation from 12-20 (High Density Residential 12/20 DU/AC) to 5-8
(Medium-High Density Residential) and to amend the general plan designation from GC (General
Commercial) to PC (Planned Commercial) on 2.64 acres.
Additionally, the applicant is requesting to amend the existing Planned Area Development (PAD)
to delete the multifamily component and add a single-family residential component and to delete
the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) land uses and permit NSC (Neighborhood Shopping Center)
land uses.
Staff is requesting Council conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the titles, and adopt a
resolution for GPA13-03 and approve an ordinance for ZON13-06, subject to the stipulations as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Froke provided more detailed information on this application. He said this property never
developed due to the recession. The applicant would like to develop this land for commercial and
detached single family homes. He said the recommendation is to approve this application subject
to the stipulations recommended by the Planning Commission.
Vice Mayor Knaack said this project has been in the works for many years and after being put on
hold during the recession, it has come back even better. She said it will be nice to have 71st
Avenue finished through to Olive Avenue.
Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 16.
As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing.
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RESOLUTION NO. 4797 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 GPA13-03 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7041 WEST OLIVE
AVENUE.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to pass,
adopt and approve Resolution No. 4797 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 2890 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 TO AMEND AN EXISTING PAD (PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT) FOR
DEVELOPMENT PLAN TITLED "WEST POINTE VILLAGE" LOCATED AT 7041 WEST OLIVE
AVENUE; AMENDING THE ZONING MAP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez,to approve
Ordinance No. 2890 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.
LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
17. FINAL PLAT APPLICATION FP13-02: RE-PLAT OF COPPER COVE PHASE 2 - 9300 WEST
CAMELBACK ROAD
PRESENTED BY: Jon M. Froke,AICP, Planning Director
This is a request by Bowman Consulting Group, representing DR Horton Inc., for City Council to
approve the final plat of Copper Cove Phase 2, a Planned Residential Development, located at 9300
West Camelback Road.
Staff recommends approval of Final Plat Application FP13-02.
Mr. Froke provided photos for context of property location. He said action tonight will be the final
step before construction begins on this project.
Councilmember Chavira wanted to bring attention to these developments and the value they bring
to the city is very important. He said these products are very appealing for buyers to move into
the city. These developments are taking place in the Yucca District and he thanked everyone who
is bringing these projects to the city.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
approve the final plat of Copper Cove Phase 2, a Planned Residential Development, located
at 9300 West Camelback Road. The motion carried unanimously.
BIDS AND CONTRACTS
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18.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH NEW WESTGATE, LLC FOR
THE GALLERY GLENDALE AT WESTGATE RETAIL SPACE
PRESENTED BY: Erik Strunk, Executive Director, Parks, Recreation and Library Services
This is a request for City Council to approve a new, one-year lease agreement to provide the city
with 3,050 leasable square feet of retail space for the "Gallery Glendale at Westgate."
Mr. Strunk said this is a one year lease agreement to provide leasable space for the Glendale
Gallery at Westgate. He said both parties feel it is advantageous to continue the lease. He said
the value of the lease is about $100,000 per year, although the city is not being asked to pay that.
He also said Westgate has agreed to pay the utilities costs, which is about $10,000 per year. In
exchange the city will continue its program at Westgate.
It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack,to approve a
new, one-year lease agreement to provide the city with 3,050 leasable square feet of retail
space for the "Gallery Glendale at Westgate." The motion carried unanimously.
19.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BLACK
AND VEATCH CORPORATION FOR PYRAMID PEAK WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROCESS
AND EXPANSION EVALUATION
PRESENTED BY: Craig Johnson, P.E., Executive Director, Water Services
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional
services agreement with Black and Veatch Corporation in an amount not to exceed $174,960 for
process and expansion evaluations for the Pyramid Peak Water Treatment Plant (PPWTP).
Mr. Johnson said this agreement will evaluate the plant's treatment processes and provide
recommendations for improvements and assist in the potential for expansion for future demands
by the City of Peoria. The City of Peoria will reimburse their portion of the costs for this project.
He said Black and Veatch was the best qualified respondent for this project.
Councilmember Sherwood asked if Peoria had the budget for their share of the cost of this project.
Mr. Johnson said Peoria has indicated they have funds in their CIP for this evaluation.
Councilmember Sherwood asked if the expansion is deemed appropriate and the project moves
forward, he asked if Peoria would cover 100 percent of the cost and their equity agreement would
increase. Mr. Johnson said that is correct.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to
authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with Black and
Veatch Corporation in an amount not to exceed $174,960 for process and expansion
evaluations for the Pyramid Peak Water Treatment Plant. The motion carried
unanimously.
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20.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AMENDMENT TO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH GHD, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES AT THE
WEST AREA WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY
PRESENTED BY: Craig Johnson, P.E., Executive Director,Water Services
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an amendment to the
Professional Services Agreement with GHD, Inc. for additional construction administration
services at the West Area Water Reclamation Facility in amount not to exceed $20,670.30.
Mr. Johnson said the original agreement was for an equipment rehabilitation project. During
construction, a potential structural issue was discovered which required additional engineering
review, design and construction administration,which represents the additional costs required.
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack, to
authorize the City Manager to enter into an amendment to the Professional Services
Agreement with GHD, Inc. for additional construction administration services at the West
Area Water Reclamation Facility in amount not to exceed $20,670.30. The motion carried
unanimously.
21.AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH ACTION DIRECT,
LLC FOR THE ROSE LANE PARK STORM DRAIN MODIFICATIONS PROJECT
PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into a construction
agreement with Action Direct, LLC d.b.a. Redpoint Contracting, for the construction of storm drain
piping and associated drywells in Rose Lane Park in an amount not to exceed $63,880.
Mr. Kent said storm drain related facilities are in the process of being upgraded and this will allow
the installation of two drywells that will connect to the storm drain system. He said Action Direct,
dba Redpoint Contracting was the most responsive bid.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to
authorize the City Manager to enter into a construction agreement with Action Direct, LLC
d.b.a. Redpoint Contracting, for the construction of storm drain piping and associated
drywells in Rose Lane Park in an amount not to exceed $63,880. The motion carried
unanimously.
22.AWARD OF BID 14-20 AND AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE TRAFFIC SIGN POSTS FROM
XCESSORIES SQUARED SOUTHWEST INC.
PRESENTED BY: Cathy Colbath, Interim Executive Director, Transportation Services
This is a request for City Council to award Invitation for Bid (IFB) 14-20 and authorize the
purchase of traffic sign posts, bases, sleeves and rivets to Xcessories Squared Southwest Inc. in an
amount not to exceed $244,488.75.
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Ms. Colbath said an Invitation for Bid was issued and Xcessories Squared was the most responsive
bidder and the contract provides for four one-year extensions to this contract based on
satisfactory performance. Funding is available in the signs and markings budget.
It was moved by Councilmember Chavira, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to award
Invitation for Bid (IFB) 14-20 and authorize the purchase of traffic sign posts,bases, sleeves
and rivets to Xcessories Squared Southwest Inc. in an amount not to exceed $244,488.75.
The motion carried unanimously.
23.AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND EXISTING CONTRACT WITH DELTA DENTAL OF ARIZONA
PRESENTED BY: Jim Brown, Executive Director, Human Resources & Risk Management
This is a request for City Council to extend the current contract for Delta Dental of Arizona through
June 30, 2015.
Mr. Brown provided a brief history of the Delta Dental contract. Delta Dental has agreed to extend
the contract for one year with no additional costs to the city. The cost for this plan is in the FY14-
15 budget. An RFP will be conducted for new dental services in the fall 2014.
It was moved by Councilmember Martinez, and seconded by Vice Mayor Knaack,to extend
the current contract for Delta Dental of Arizona through June 30, 2015. The motion carried
unanimously.
24.AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND EXISTING CONTRACT WITH EMPLOYERS DENTAL SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: Jim Brown, Executive Director, Human Resources & Risk Management
This is a request for City Council to extend the current contract for Employers Dental Services
through June 30, 2015.
Mr. Brown provided a brief history of the contract with Employers Dental Services (EDS). EDS has
agreed to extend the contract for one year with no additional costs to the city. The cost for this
plan is in the FY14-15 budget. An RFP will be conducted for new dental services in the fall 2014.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira,to extend
the current contract for Employers Dental Services through June 30, 2015. The motion
carried unanimously.
25.AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND EXISTING CONTRACT WITH THE HARTFORD LIFE AND
ACCIDENT INSURANCE COMPANY
PRESENTED BY: Jim Brown, Executive Director, Human Resources & Risk Management
This is a request for City Council to extend current contract for The Hartford Life and Accident
Insurance Company through June 30, 2015.
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Mr. Brown provided a brief history of the Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company.
Hartford Life has agreed to extend the contract for one year with no additional costs to the city.
The cost for this plan is in the FY14-15 budget. An RFP will be conducted for new insurance
services in the fall 2014.
Councilmember Alvarez asked if this contract began in 2008. Mr. Brown said it did.
Councilmember Alvarez asked if the rate was guaranteed through 2011. Mr. Brown said that was
correct. Councilmember Alvarez asked what happened between 2011 and 2014. Mr. Brown said
there has not been a bid on Hartford Life and in December 2013 came to Council for ratification.
At that time, information was provided to Council that this had not come up for bid and had not
come to Council. He said Council ratified that agreement in December 2013 and they were asking
for a one year extension so it can be put out for bid in the fall 2014. Councilmember Alvarez asked
why this was not put out for bid between 2008 and 2014. Mr. Brown said Human Resources has a
high turnover rate and to put this out for bid would have been very difficult with the limited
staffing resources. He said they did put the medical plan out for bid and they put their resources
into that bid process. Due to the length of time of that bid process, there wasn't enough time or
staff to bid the other services. Mr. Brown said what occurred prior to 2011 was under the
previous HR director and the benefits administration. He said he did not have the exact
information and it should have gone out to bid in 2011. He said that is why he brought it to
Council to get it ratified.
Councilmember Alvarez asked when was the last time the city bid for the medical insurance. Mr.
Brown said they bid the medical this year. Councilmember Alvarez asked when they bid medical
prior to that. Mr. Brown said he did not have that exact date in front of him, but it was about 2007
to 2008 and it was a five year contract. Councilmember Alvarez commented they received
information in 2011 that stated they had not gone out to bid, but the work was done by the
benefits and personnel director. She said there was a glitch in the attorney's office. She said Mr.
Brown mentioned benefits, but she did not think that was correct, she thought it was something
else. She said they should go out to bid and not just have extensions as they are not giving
opportunities to other companies.
It was moved by Councilmember Sherwood, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
extend current contract for The Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company through
June 30, 2015. The motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION - DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES SCHEDULE
26.ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 28, ARTICLE VI.
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES, AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SCHEDULE OF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES
PRESENTED BY: Stuart Kent, Executive Director, Public Works
ORDINANCE: 2891
RESOLUTION: 4798
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This is a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt an ordinance
amending the Glendale City Code, Chapter 28, Article VI. Development Impact Fees, by repealing
existing Chapter 28, Article VI, Sections 28-125 through 28-149, and adopting in its place a new
Development Impact Fees ordinance of the City of Glendale, Chapter 28, Article VI, Sections 28-
125 through 28-149,with an effective date of July 31, 2014.
This is also a request for City Council to waive reading beyond the title and adopt a resolution
amending the Schedule of Community Development Impact Fees for the City of Glendale, with an
effective date of July 31, 2014.
Mr. Kent provided a brief history of this item and thanked Tischler Bise Consulting who assisted in
preparing the fee schedule being presented. Mr. Kent explained the new fee schedule.
ORDINANCE NO. 2891 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 28, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, ARTICLE
VI, DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES; DELETING THE CURRENT SCHEDULE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES;AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to
approve Ordinance No. 2891 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 4798 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT BEING A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
REPEALING THE CURRENT SCHEDULE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES;
ADOPTING A NEW SCHEDULE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Hugh, and seconded by Councilmember Chavira, to pass,
adopt and approve Resolution No.4798 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING- RESOLUTIONS
27.ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FY 2014-2015 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED)
PRESENTED BY: Sam McAllen, Executive Director, Neighborhood and Human Services
RESOLUTION: 4799
This is a request for City Council to conduct a public hearing, waive reading beyond the title and
adopt a resolution authorizing submission of the City of Glendale Program Year Five Annual
Action Plan FY 2014-2015 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Also, request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to sign the CPMP non-state Grantee
Certification, CDBG Certification, ESG Certification, and Appendix A Certification which certifies
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full compliance with all requirements of the FY 2010-14 Consolidated Plan and Federal Regulation
24 CFR 91.105.
Mr. McAllen provided a history of this application and approval process and requested Council
approve this annual action plan.
Mayor Weiers opened the public hearing on Agenda Item No. 27.
As there were no comments, Mayor Weiers closed the public hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 4799 NEW SERIES WAS READ BY NUMBER AND TITLE ONLY, IT BEING A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA,
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT;
ACCEPTING: (1) A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT UP TO AN AMOUNT OF
$2,080,497, (2) A HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM ALLOCATION UP TO AN
AMOUNT OF $512,309, AND (3) EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDING UP
TO AN AMOUNT OF $169,835 AND AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to pass,
adopt and approve Resolution No. 4799 New Series. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilmember Sherwood complimented the staff who worked on this project. He said the grants
get tougher to get each year and it is a very competitive process. He said Habitat for Humanity is
one of the nonprofits that receive these funds and they make sure the money goes a long way. He
said it is important to keep these funds coming in and it is important for the lower income
neighborhoods as well. He also commended CDAC for the time they spent on this project.
Councilmember Martinez thanked everyone that was involved in the process. He knows there is
never enough money for all the requests that come in. He thanked everyone that worked on this.
Councilmember Alvarez thanked CDAC, but questioned why they are providing funding for
homeless assistance outside Glendale when Glendale has churches that are doing a lot of the work.
She said once again they put money into an outside agency that provides no proof as to where the
money goes and what services they provide. She said they should think about giving to the same
homeless organization and they should give money to the churches that are doing the same work.
REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by Vice Mayor Knaack, and seconded by Councilmember Hugh, to hold a City
Council Workshop at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Room B-3 on Tuesday, May, 20,
2014, to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03. The motion
carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
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Bill Demski, a Sahuaro resident, said his subject concerns salaries and benefits of Glendale
employees. He discussed the pension of the former city manager. He also discussed the salaries of
various city employees and the top 50 highest paid employees in the city. He said some of these
employees are paid more than Arizona congressmen. He said over 400 employees make over
$100,000 a year and many of those are from Police and Fire. He spoke about property taxes
continuing to rise.
Randy Miller, a Barrel resident, spoke about the new voting system the Council was considering
and said he cannot see them spending that kind of money. He spoke about putting the City Council
information packet on the computer and accessing it during the meetings. He noted it was not easy
to use.
Kenneth Sturgis, a Yucca resident, spoke about the ticket surcharges for hockey. He discussed the
amount of hockey tickets that were given away for free and the money the city has received to
date. He requested that the annual budget provided by IceArizona and the monthly arena reports
be placed on the city's budget webpage. He asked if the City Council would ever see a return on
their investment.
Bob Gonzalo, a Yucca resident, said the city does not go through a budget process where the
people can participate. He said Phoenix had the courage to bring up the budget and Council made
difficult decisions. He said Glendale doesn't give anyone an opportunity to provide input about the
budget. He said Councilmember Sherwood is making comments for the whole city and the
comments should come from the Mayor, not anyone else. He said the city has created a culture
where they can get away with things. He said the Council needs to break this habit and they need
to do the right thing.
Arthur Thruston, a Cactus resident, said he had a nightmare. He said Councilmember Sherwood
was one of the Councilmembers that voted for the Coyotes to save the city. He quoted from the
Glendale Star regarding comments made by Councilmember Sherwood. He said his nightmare is
when the Council votes to bankrupt the city. He mentioned the voting records of several other
Councilmembers.
Bonnie Steiger, a Sahuaro resident, said the Mayor and Council are doing a good job. She said she
is tired of coming to the Council meetings and hearing the public slam Councilmember Sherwood.
She said they need to have more grace.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Councilmember Alvarez said she has had a lot of input regarding the sales tax. She said the major
complaint is the people they gave money to and they are not getting anything in return. She said
this is a good time to renegotiate these contracts. They need to approach the businesses and say
they will be violating the gift clause if they do not have a return on their investment. She said if
they give taxpayers money and do not receive a return on their investment, they are violating the
law. She said they need to come up with a plan instead of extending taxes and still giving money
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away. She said they cannot continue this. She said the city is going to get sued because this is
against the law. She said if they did, the city would not be in the position it is in. She requested
publicly that the city do something about their financial crisis. She said city services are down and
people blame the employees. She said the employees cannot do anything about it. She said they
need to be responsible to the public as they are using taxpayer money. She quoted the Arizona
Constitution. She said the contracts have not provided a financial benefit to the city.
Councilmember Martinez commented that since the Arena Management Agreement had been
brought up he wanted to remind everyone that it is $15 million a year and 9M would come from
parking, ticket surcharges, and naming rights for a total of$45M. If they don't stay for five years
and the city has not recouped the full amount ($45M) the shortfall from revenues would be made
up by the Team Owner and Arena Manager.
Councilmember Chavira said the last speaker mentioned grace. He said social grace is a gift they
give to each other. He wanted to talk about his constituent, Manny Cruz. He said Manny will never
be gone in his heart. He told a story about Mr. Cruz putting his hat in the ring to become Mining
Inspector. He thanked Manny as a constituent and said he would forever be in his heart.
Mayor Weiers spoke about Mr. Cruz and said he was always a gentleman. He said he had multiple
occasions in his political career to be on opposing sides, but always tries to be a gentleman. He
said Manny always tried to do the right thing. He said the city and state has had a great loss. He
said he was probably was better off, but the city was not.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
Pamela Hanna - ity lerk
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