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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - Minutes - City Council - Meeting Date: 2/9/2016 City of Glendale 5850 West Glendale Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301 rlYq GLE Pi Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, February 9, 2016 6:00 PM Voting Council Chambers City Council Mayor Jerry Weiers Vice Mayor lan Hugh Councilmember Jamie Aldama Councilmember Samuel Chavira Councilmember Ray Malnar Councilmember Lauren Tolmachoff Councilmember Bart Turner City Council Meeting Minutes-Final February 9,2016 CALL TO ORDER Present: 7- Mayor Jerry Weiers,Vice Mayor Ian Hugh, Councilmember Jamie Aldama, Councilmember Samuel Chavira, Councilmember Ray Malnar, Councilmember Lauren Tolmachoff, and Councilmember Bart Turner Also present were Kevin Phelps, City Manager; Tom Duensing, Assistant City Manager; Michael Bailey, City Attorney; Pamela Hanna, City Clerk; and Darcie McCracken, Deputy City Clerk. POSTING OF COLORS The colors were presented by the Glendale Police Department Explorer Post#2469 Honor Guard. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PRAYER/INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Pastor R. E. Hall from the New Testament Christian Church. CITIZEN COMMENTS Joy (no last name given), a Sahuaro resident, wanted to bring to the Council's attention the group homes that are sprouting up through the neighborhoods. She spoke about issues other cities are having with group homes. She said some group homes are watched carefully, but the Council should be aware of what is happening. She spoke about the networking and transport of drugs from recently released prisoners. Bill Demski, a Sahuaro resident, spoke about incidents he had by the graduate school on his bicycle and the injuries he suffered. He spoke about the investigation into the incident of golf carts on the sidewalk. He spoke about a shooting incident with police officers that occurred in Chicago. He said the professional standards unit is a fraud and the citizens deserve better. Andrew Marwick, a Phoenix resident, asked the Council to deal with the invocation issue that recently came up in Phoenix. He also spoke about hockey and the team leaving Glendale for another venue in the valley. He spoke about the cost of a new light rail station. He spoke about Proposition 400, as well. He said infill development has changed. James Deibler, a Phoenix resident, said he supports the right of free speech and the separation of church and state. He discussed the Phoenix City Council's decision to ban prayer. He hoped Glendale City Council would keep prayer at the beginning of the meetings and would keep out hate groups from speaking. He supports re-election for Mayor Weiers. City of Glendale Page 1 Printed on 2/24/2016 City Council Meeting Minutes-Final February 9,2016 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 26,2016 VOTING MEETING 1. 16-026 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 26, 2016 VOTING MEETING Staff Contact: Pamela Hanna, City Clerk A motion was made by Councilmember Tolmachoff,seconded by Councilmember Chavira,that this agenda item be approved.The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 7- Mayor Weiers, Vice Mayor Hugh, Councilmember Aldama, Councilmember Chavira, Councilmember Malnar,Councilmember Tolmachoff, and Councilmember Turner PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS 2. 16-021 PROCLAMATION OF RECOGNITION FOR GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT EXPLORER POST#2469 AS A RECIPIENT OF THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 2015 NATIONAL EXPLORING JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE GOLD AWARD Staff Contact: Debora Black, Police Chief Presented By: Office of the Mayor Accepted By: Sergeant Frank Sankhagowit Mayor Weiers issued a proclamation of recognition for the Glendale Police Department Explorer Post #2469 as a recipient of the Boy Scouts of American 2015 National Exploring Journey to Excellence Gold Award, accepted by Sergeant Frank Sankhagowit. Mayor Weiers said he also just found out this group earned the 2015 Meritorious Unit Citation,which was awarded by the Glendale Police Department. Officer Sankhagowit thanked the Explorer Post for their hard work and dedication. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Kevin Phelps, City Manager, read agenda item numbers 3 through 10. Ms. Pamela Hanna, City Clerk, read consent agenda resolution item numbers 11 and 12 by number and title. 3. 16-022 DENY LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 1207A462, TASTE OF AFRICA RESTAURANT Staff Contact: Vicki Rios, Interim Director, Finance and Technology This agenda item was approved. 4. 16-028 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES WITH PAT WALKER CONSULTING, LLC, AND RATIFICATION OF EXPENDITURES Staff Contact: Vicki Rios, Interim Director, Finance and Technology City of Glendale Page 2 Printed on 2/24/2018 City Council Meeting Minutes-Final February 9,2016 This agenda item was approved. 5. 16-025 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A USE AGREEMENT WITH TACTICAL SERVICE, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS DESERT SNOW, FOR CONCESSION SERVICES AT FOOTHILLS SPORTS COMPLEX Staff Contact: Erik Strunk, Director, Community Services This agenda item was approved. 6. 16-023 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH ACHEN-GARDNER CONSTRUCTION, LLC AND APPROVE THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE EMERGENCY REPAIR OF THE WATER LINE LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF 43RD AVENUE AND MISSOURI AVENUE Staff Contact: Craig Johnson, P.E. Director, Water Services This agenda item was approved. 7. 15-833 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION FOR ADDITIONAL EXPENSES FOR MYRTLE AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS FROM 62ND AVENUE TO 66TH DRIVE Staff Contact: Jack Friedline, Director, Public Works This agenda item was approved. 8. 16-014 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE LINKING AGREEMENT WITH DIVERSIFIED FLOORING SERVICES-PHOENIX, LLC FOR CARPET REPLACEMENT AT CITY FACILITIES Staff Contact: Jack Friedline, Director, Public Works This agenda item was approved. 9. 16-015 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH TSG CONSTRUCTORS, LLC FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE TRANSIT CENTER AT ARROWHEAD TOWNE CENTER Staff Contact: Jack Friedline, Director, Public Works This agenda item was approved. 10. 16-016 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A LINKING AGREEMENT WITH PROGRESSIVE SERVICES INC., DOING BUSINESS AS PROGRESSIVE ROOFING, FOR ROOFING REPAIRS AT CITY FACILITIES Staff Contact: Jack Friedline, Director, Public Works This agenda item was approved. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS City of Glendale Page 3 Printed on 2/24/2016 City Council Meeting Minutes-Final February 9,2016 11. 15-785 RESOLUTION 5067: AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA)WITH SURPRISE FIRE-MEDICAL DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFING ON HELICOPTER AIR-MEDICAL AND LOGISTIC OPERATIONS (HALO), AND TO REQUEST RATIFICATION OF THE PAYMENTS MADE SINCE JUNE 26, 2015 Staff Contact: Terry Garrison, Fire Chief RESOLUTION NO. 5067 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 CITY OF SURPRISE TO SUPPORT THE HELICOPTER AIR-MEDICAL LOGISTICS OPERATIONS(H.A.L.O.) PROGRAM. This agenda item was approved. 12. 15-786 RESOLUTION 5068: AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA)WITH NORTH COUNTY FIRE & MEDICAL DISTRICT FOR STAFFING ON HELICOPTER AIR-MEDICAL AND LOGISTIC OPERATIONS (HALO), AND TO REQUEST RATIFICATION OF THE PAYMENTS MADE SINCE JUNE 26, 2015 Staff Contact: Terry Garrison, Fire Chief RESOLUTION NO. 5068 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 NORTH COUNTY FIRE AND MEDICAL DISTRICT TO SUPPORT THE HELICOPTER AIR-MEDICAL LOGISTICS OPERATIONS (H.A.L.O.)PROGRAM. This agenda item was approved. Approval of the Consent Agenda Mr. Bailey made a quick point of order because the city will be asked to appear before the Liquor Board, he wanted to make sure the Council understood by its approval, they are denying the liquor license. He wanted to make sure that was clear on the record. A motion was made by Turner,seconded by Chavira,to approve the recommended actions on Consent Agenda Item Numbers 3 through 10 and Consent Resolutions 11 and 12. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 7- Mayor Weiers,Vice Mayor Hugh, Councilmember Aldama, Councilmember Chavira, Councilmember Malnar, Councilmember Tolmachoff, and Councilmember Turner REQUEST FOR FUTURE WORKSHOP AND EXECUTIVE SESSION A motion was made by Vice Mayor Hugh,seconded by Councilmember Turner,to City of Glendale Page 4 Printed on 2/24/2016 City Council Meeting Minutes-Final February 9,2016 hold a Special Budget Workshop on Tuesday,February 16,2016 at 9:00 a.m.in the City Council Chambers. It was further moved to hold the next regularly scheduled City Council Workshop on Tuesday,February 16,2016 at 1:30 p.m.in the City Council Chambers,to be followed by an Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S.38-431.03.The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 7- Mayor Weiers,Vice Mayor Hugh, Councilmember Aldama, Councilmember Chavira, Councilmember Malnar, Councilmember Tolmachoff, and Councilmember Turner COUNCIL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Councilmember Aldama congratulated Explorer Post #2469 and thanked them for their service to the community. He walked the Ocotillo District with the Police Department and thanked Chief Black and her officers for assisting in the neighborhood. He said the citizens were very happy with the Police service. He encouraged everyone to come enjoy Galentine's Day in historic downtown Glendale on February 13th and 14th. He wished his family a Happy Valentine's Day. Councilmember Chavira invited everyone to Westgate for Valentine's Day activities. He encouraged everyone to be nice. Councilmember Tolmachoff welcomed Mr. Phelps, City Manager. Councilmember Turner reminded everyone the Annual Tractor Show and Pull is February 13th and 14th at Sahuaro Ranch Park. He said it is a great time. He said February 20th is the 2016 Serve Day for volunteers. He encouraged everyone to participate. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Weiers adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m. 0111 Adi Pamela Hanna - City Clerk City of Glendale Page 5 Printed on 2/24/2016