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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-06-04 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 4,1985 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on June 4,1985,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Clarke called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Vice Mayor Eidson gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Damiano led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilman Taylor,Councilman Hill, Councilman Baljo,Councilman Shanks, Councilman Damiano,Vice Mayor Eidson,Mayor Clarke,Councilman Bakkedahl,Councilman Gardner, Councilman Jimenez City Manager Michael J.McNulty City Clerk Kathleen Connelly Controller Keith Lewis Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph City Attorneys David Alexander and Arnold Hirsch Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark Superintendent of Community Services Jeff Bell Operations Supervisor Doug Dobson Mr.Dale Fuller 1465 N.Geronimo Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Mr.Chuck Jastremski 5722 E.10th Avenue Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Ms Lee Martin 925 N.Ocotillo Dr. Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Ms Mary Jane Shields 884 S.Saguaro Dr. Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Mr.Jon Hinz 5550 E.Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction,AZ 85220 State Representative Roy Hudson 2084 W.9th Avenue Apache Junction,AZ 85220 ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 21,1985 )Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 21,1985,BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. Vice Mayor Eidson seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Clarke introduced Senator Pete Rios. Councilman Hill introduced Mrs.Hill. Mayor Clarke also acknowledged State Representative Roy Hudson. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Councilmembers Damiano and Shanks and Mayor Clarke stepped down from the dais and City Clerk Kathleen Connelly issued the Oaths of Office to the new Councilmembers,Jim Bakkedahl,Mari Gardner,and Frank Jimenez. Councilwoman Gardner introduced her family and expressed her gratitude for the citizens vote of confidence. Councilman Jimenez introduced his family in the audience and commended Mr.Ben Honor,and addressed the needs of the community. Councilman Bakkedahl introduced his wife,Joyce,and thanked the citizens for electing him and stated that he would do the best job possible. ELECTION OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR for nominations of Mayor. Eidson. Hill. ))City Clerk Kathleen Connelly called Councilwoman Taylor nominated Jimmy Councilman Jimenez nominated Norman Ms Connelly asked for Roll Call Vote on Jimmy Eidson as Mayor for the City of Apache Junction. In Favor:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson Opposed:Councilman Bakkedahl,Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez, Councilman Hill The motion failed. Ms Connelly asked for Roll Call Vote on Norman Hill as Mayor for the City of Apache Junction. In Favor:Councilman Bakkedahl,Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Gardner, Councilman Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson,Councilman Baljo REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 2 The motion carried. Ms Connelly declared that Councilman Hill is now Mayor of Apache Junction. Mayor Hill expressed his gratitude to the Councilmembers for election to the office of Mayor and stated that he would do the best job possible. of Vice Mayor. Bakkedahl. Eidson. be withdrawn from the nominations. Ms Connelly asked called nominations Councilwoman Gardner nominated Jim Councilwoman Taylor nominated Jimmy Councilman Eidson requested that he Ms Connelly asked for Roll Call Vote for Jim Bakkedahl for the office of Vice Mayor. In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilman Bakkedahl,Counilwoman Gardner, Mayor Hill,Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilman Baljo The motion carried. Ms Connelly declared that Jim Bakkedahl is now Vice Mayor for the City of Apache Junction. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl thanked the Councilmembers and people of Apache Junction for the position of Vice Mayor. ACCEPTANCE OF REGULAR MEETING AGENDA) )Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Michael J.McNulty reported that bids will be opened on Thursday,June 6,1985,for the construction of Prospector Park,Phase I . Mr.McNulty stated that City Magistrate Brundrett has been asked to sit in on a temporary basis for the Justice of the Peace as Flo Kiser has had a heart attack,and that the State Department of Health has lifted the Cease and Desist Order against Sierra Entrada sewer operation which will enable improvements to be made and building permits to be issued,and the City has made application to the Department of Health for funds to conduct a study of the overall sewage problem in Apache Junction and we will have indication by the end of July whether or not we will receive funds. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE,AMERICAN VETERAN'S,POST 2) )Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the public. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 3 Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY KATHY GRIM, AGENT FOR AMERICAN VETERAN'S POST 2,FOR THE SPECIAL EVENT TO BE HELD ON JUNE 15 AND 16,1985,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS REQUESTED FREEZE ON REZONINGS TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE (Postponed Item)) )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer stated that this item was submitted to the Council on May 7th upon recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission,and the City Council voted to postpone the request until this date to allow time to hear Ordinance No.383,which was the ordinance to increase minimum lot size in TH zoning district to 11,000 square feet,and this ordinance was not adopted by the City Council. Councilwoman Taylor further addressed the item. Councilman Jimenez expressed his feeling that there seems to be a trend in Apache Junction to combine lots and develop illegal subdivisions,but that at this point no action can be taken by the Council,due to State law. Councilman Baljo stated that he felt that the Council should not discriminate against any type of abode. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT A FREEZE NOT BE PLACED ON REZONINGS TO TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-19, APPLICATION FOR LOTTERY FUNDS )Mr.McNulty explained that the City is required to submit an annual request for its share of Local Transportation Funds and that i t would be decided in the budget what to use the funds for. Councilman Baljo further explained that this is the City's share of Lottery Funds. Mr.McNulty stated that the money can be used for any street improvements and has been used for traffic lights in the past. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.85-19,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,REQUESTING THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO AUTHORIZE ASSISTANCE FUNDS PURSUANT TO SECTION 40-1102, ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 4 Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ACQUISITION OF JAYCEE LEASE ON BLM LANDS AND PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT )Mr.McNulty stated that the Jaycee's have a lease on 20 acres of BLM land east of the City's holdings for Prospector Park and have asked the City i f we would wish to take over that lease and purchase the equipment on the property which includes bleachers, judges stand,refreshment stand and 2000 feet of fence along with lights, for $12,000.00,and showed the Council video tape of the above. Mr.McNulty stated that i f the seats on the bleachers were to be replaced i t would cost approximately $2,000.00, but that the supports seem to be in good shape,and that new bleachers would cost between $20,000 to $25,000,and the Horseman's Association may be willing to assist in repairs. Mr.Dale Fuller,1465 N.Geronimo, Apache Junction,member of Apache Junction Jaycee's,addressed the Council stating that membership participation has decreased and the Jaycee's would like to clear up debts by selling this equipment and facilities. Councilwoman Taylor stated that the Jaycee's have contributed a lot to the community and on a State level. Mr.Chuck Jastremski,5722 E.10th Avenue,Apache Junction,Chairman of the Superstition Horseman's Association,stated that the organization would volunteer efforts to clean up this project. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl felt that possibly a grant could be obtained to purchase this equipment and lease. Councilman Jimenez felt that the equipment was dilapidated and did not feel the City has a need for this equipment and that $12,000.00 was too much. Councilwoman Taylor stated that upon speaking with Superintendent of Community Services Jeff Bell,many uses were apparent for this facility,and that especially the smaller portable bleachers could be used for many occasions. Councilman Eidson asked i f i t was necessary to take action immediately. Mr.Fuller replied that i t was hoped action would be taken as soon as possible,but that the Jaycee's could wait a little longer. Councilman Eidson asked i f funds are available for this facility. Mr.McNulty stated that there are funds available in the Council's Contingency Fund,and further stated that the stands have a great deal of value and the purpose of this is not to bail out the Jaycee's. Councilman Eidson stated that the Council should rely on staff recommendation as they are qualified to estimate the value of such items. Councilman Baljo wished to have more time to negotiate and study the equipment. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 5 Councilwoman Gardner stated that direction should be given the City Manager to acquire the land,but try to negotiate on the equipment. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH THE ACQUISITION OF JAYCEE LEASE FOR BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT LAND,AND THAT PURCHASE OF JAYCEE EQUIPMENT BE PLACED ON HOLD UNTIL THE JUNE 18,1985,REGULAR MEETING. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,JUNE 12,1985 WORK SESSION,JUNE 12,1985 WORK SESSION,JUNE 17,1985 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, JUNE 18,1985 )Councilman Baljo requested that the date be changed for the Executive and Work Sessions on June 12,1985,as several Councilmembers would not be able to attend. Mr.McNulty explained that the Work Session would be for the purpose of discussing the budget,but i f the Council wished to set another date,they may do so as the tentative adoption of the budget has been changed to July 15th. Councilman Eidson explained that the purpose of the Executive Session on June 12th would be for the City Attorney to talk to new Councilmembers on matters such as open meeting law and other legal matters. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.ON JUNE 12,1985,AND THAT A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 7:00 P.M.ON JULY 3,1985,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON JUNE 17,1985,AT 7:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON JUNE 18,1985, AT 6:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Ms Lee Martin,925 N.Ocotillo Rd.,Apache Junction,addressed the Council protesting the change from Southwest Human Development to Head Start of the school for handicapped children. Mr.McNulty explained that this was an action taken by the State and there may not be anything the City can do in regards to the change. Ms Mary Jane Shields,884 S.Saguaro Drive,Apache Junction,felt that Southwest Human Development had made great progress with her handicapped child and that Head Start could not accomplish the same type of results. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 6 Mr.Jon Hinz,5550 E.Superstition,Apache Junction,stated that his child was born with Down Syndrome,and has completed First Grade due to the work of Southwest Human Development,and asked that funding continue with Southwest,and requested a Resolution by the Council expressing their support to be taken to the Governor and the Director of the Department of Economic Security. Councilman Jimenez reported that Mr.Paul Schaeffer of Southwest Human Development has filed an appeal with the Department of Economic Security, which will be heard within the next month. Mr.Hinz replied that once the contract is awarded to Head Start, Southwest is out and the appeal can take a long time,and requested that the Council make an appeal to the Governor on their behalf. Mayor Hill stated that a resolution would be presented to the Council for their cause. Councilman Jimenez made comments,expressing the hope that the Council can be of assistance to these parents of handicapped children. State Representative Roy Hudson,2084 W.9th Avenue,Apache Junction, stated that the problem would be looked into and a solution found. Councilman Baljo requested a Special Meeting to adopt a resolution for the purpose of helping these parents. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT SPECIAL MEETING BE HELD AT 7:00 P.M.,ON JUNE 6,1985,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL ,LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Taylor explained that the Councilmembers voted for Mayor and Vice Mayor with the opinion of whom could do the best job,not as personal animosity directed toward any Councilmember,and that at the next election the Mayor would be elected by the people on the ballot. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL Councilwoman Gardner requested that the intersection of Idaho Rd.and Superstition Blvd.have a four-way stop installed. Mr.McNulty stated that this step has been taken,with traffic counts being conducted as part of the process. Councilman Jimenez requested that discussion be held on the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance for possible revisions,at the next Work Session. Councilman Hill announced that following the meeting,there will be a party at his home. ADJOURNMENT MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 8:36 P.M. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. )Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE Councilwoman Gardner seconded the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 7 ACCEPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF ,1985,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APARFJUNCTION,ARIZONA. Norman S.Hill Mayen- ATTEST: Kathleen Connelly City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4,1985 PAGE 8