HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-08-20 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 20,1985
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction,
Arizona,was held on August 20,1985,at the Apache Junction City Council
Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law.
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
Councilman Eidson gave the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilman Baljo led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present:
Councilmen Absent:
Staff Present:
Others Present:
Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman
Gardner,Councilman Eidson,
Councilman Baljo,Vice Mayor
Bakkedahl
Councilwoman Taylor (on vacation)
Mayor Hill (on vacation)
City Manager Michael J.McNulty
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly
Controller Keith Lewis
Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer
Director of Public Works Rich Broman
City Attorney David Alexander
Deputy City Clerk Lori V.Clark
Superintendent of Community Services
Jeff Bell
Mr.Mike Terry
Snell and Wilmer
15280 Knox
Tempe,AZ
Ms Mandy Weaver
1118 W.Walada St.
Phoenix,AZ
Dr.Elwynn Kaffal
17135 E.Tremaine
Gilbert,AZ
Ms Karen Buck
Southwestern Eye Center
1816 Neil Drive
Tempe,AZ
Ms Patricia Meyer
1981 S.Cactus
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.A.E.Sullivan,Jr.
438 N.Saguaro Drive
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Ms Alice Miller
1031 W.Escondido
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Ms Anna Kroeper
472 N.Acacia
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Roy Abril
2740 W.Tepee
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Keith Stachar
6301 E.Roundup
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Ms Marty Winquest
164 N.74th St.
Mesa,AZ
Mr.Craig Schaub
3526 E.Carole
Mesa,Al
ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA
)Councilwoman Gardner asked that the
record show that the City Council Regular Minutes of July 16,1985,Page 9,
should read "traveled"rather than "untraveled".
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT CONSENT
AGENDA ITEMS 1 THROUGH 4,AFTER PLACING ITEM NO.24,PROPOSED RESOLUTION
NO.85-36,INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS AS THE FIRST ITEM
UNDER PUBLIC HEARINGS,BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED AND AMENDED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests
None.
AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Leo S.
Frazier,Jr.,for service as Building Official/Zoning Administrator.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Michael J.McNulty reported that the Legislature has
provided for counties outside of Pima and Maricopa to try to increase
revenue for purposes of highway improvements by having a County -wide
election to add 1/2 cent to the sales tax,and i n Pinal County the election
cannot be held prior to December 10,1985,and i s delayed until resolution
of some technical questions have been accomplished,but all entities in the
County will benefit by the revenues.
Councilman Baljo endorsed the election for increased revenues.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-36,
IDA REVENUE BONDS
)Mr.McNulty explained that there has
been a proposed project with funding through tax-exempt bonds,that would
build a medical office building on Idaho Road and 2nd Avenue.Mr.McNulty
stated that the Industrial Development Authority does recommend approval of
this project.
Mr.Mike Terry,15280 Knox,Tempe,
Snell and Wilmer,bond counsel for the issue which i s a medical/dental
complex,explained that this would include primary care,specialists,and
an outpatient ambulatory surgery unit,and would be owned by a partnership
by the name of "Eye -Tooth Enterprises"consisting of two doctors and one
dentist,and introduced Dr.LeThar Bleuth,Dr.Paul Snow,and Dr.Elwynn
Kaffal.Mr.Terry stated that the proceeds of the bonds would be used to
acquire the building and equipment,and requested that the proposed
resolution be approved,and further informed the Council and public that a
public hearing would be held on August 30,1985.
Ms Mandy Weaver,1118 W.Walada St.,
Phoenix,Arizona,a consultant to the partnership,presented a rendering of
the proposed building,and expressed the necessity of these types of
specialists i n Apache Junction,and stated that a private bank has expressed
interest in purchasing the bonds.
Dr.Alwin Cathal,17135 E.Tremaine,
Gilbert,requested approval of the bond issue,and described the benefits of
the facility.
Ms Karen Buck,1816 Neil Drive,
Tempe,Administrator for Southwestern Eye Center,addressed the Council i n
regards to the Opthamology/Medical practice and Ambulatory Surgery practice
in the proposed facility.
Councilman Eidson asked i f these
services would be available 24 hours per day.
Mr.Terry stated that this would not
be emergency care,however,all doctors are on 24 hour call.
when the facility would be in operation.
facility would be i n operation
approval of this project.
Councilman Eidson wished to know
Mr.Terry replied that the new
in six to eight months.
Councilwoman Gardner expressed her
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-36,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF $2,500,000 IN
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (IDAHO ROAD MEDICAL/DENTAL CENTER),
SERIES 1985,OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that on
behalf of the City,this project would be very welcome and appreciated.
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PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.382,PZ-19-85
RESIDENTIAL ZONING AMENDMENTS
)Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.382,PZ-19-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 3,1985.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING
NEEDS,1985 GRANT
)Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer
stated that this i s a public hearing to obtain citizen views on community
development housing needs,and this i s a requirement of the CDBG application
process.Mr.Newcomer further stated that these funds must benefit low to
moderate income persons,and must serve an area where 60%of the residents
are in this income bracket,also may fund drainage needs.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished speak on this item.There being no one wishing to
address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked how many
applications are we competing with.
Mr.McNulty stated that there i s
$1.1 million available to the region,and possibly all 12 cities and towns
in the region will apply,with eight being awarded funding.
Councilwoman Gardner,1244 S.Pinto,
Apache Junction,asked when we would know i f we would receive funds.
Mr.McNulty stated that the City
would know if we qualify by the end of September.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.369,
PZ-17-85,RIDDLE
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the application for rezoning from GR General Rural to C-3 General Commercial
District of a 1.1 acre parcel,located on the northeast side of Highway 60
at the intersection of Wickiup Road and 16th Avenue i n Section 27.
Mr.Newcomer stated that the original request was for C-4 Heavy Commercial
District,and at Council request the applicant had amended the application
to C-3 General Commercial District.
Ms Patricia Meyer,1981 S.Cactus,
Apache Junction,requested approval of the application,and stated that
there are no plans at present for a proposed use.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
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Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections to the rezoning and the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommends approval with the stipulation that the applicant dedicate the
right-of-way.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.369,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.369,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-17-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO C-3
GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.369,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-17-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT;REPEALING
ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.370,
PZ-18-85,TRAIL
hearing to the public.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
Mr.Newcomer stated that this is a
request for rezoning from GR General Rural to C-3 General Commercial
District of a 1.43 acre parcel,located on the northeast side of Highway 60
at the intersection of Bowman Road and 16th Avenue in Section 27,and was
originally requested for rezoning to C-5 Heavy Commercial District,but in
compliance with Council request has been amended.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak i n favor of or in opposition to the
application.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor
Bakkedahl called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval
with the stipulation that the 40'right-of-way and 20'by 20'cutoffs at
intersections be dedicated.
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.370,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.370,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-18-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO C-3
GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.370,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-18-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT;REPEALING
ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:'Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.385,
PZ-25-85 BOICE
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the request-for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite Zone,
of:a 1.57 acre parcel located on the northwest corner of the intersection of
South Cactus Road and East 4th Avenue in Section 21.
Mr.A.E.Sullivan,Jr.,representing
the applicants,438 N.Saguaro Drive,Apache Junction,-requested approval of
the application.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections to the case and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends
approval of the application with stipulations.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
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PAGE 6 EOF 23.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.385,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.385,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE,BY AMENDING THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-25-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH
TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.385,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE,BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-25-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
notion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOED ORDINANCE NO.386,
PZ-26-85,HARRINGTON
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Mr.Newcomer stated that this i s an
application for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite Zone
of a 5 acre parcel,located on the northeast corner of the intersection of
South Cactus Road and East 4th Avenue in Section 21 with General Plan
designation of Medium to High Density Residential Opportunity.
Mr.A.E.Sullivan,representing the:
applicants,438 N.Saguaro,Apache junction,made himself available to
answer questions.
Councilman Jimenez asked how many
times the property would be split.
Mr.Sullivan replied that i t can be
split three times, but at the present there are ncrapparentiplans.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak i n favor of or in opposition to the
application.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor
Bakkedahl called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends
approval with stipulations.
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.386,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.386,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-26-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.386,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-26-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER
HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.393,
PZ-31-85,NEHLS AND STEVENS
Councilman Eidson seconded the
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl explained that
due to the amount of valid protests against this rezoning case,a
three-quarter vote i s required for approval,and as there are not enough
Councilmembers present i t would be necessary to postpone.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.393,PZ-31-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
OF SEPTEMBER 3,1985.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.394,
PZ-32-85,WORSLEY
)Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the application for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite
Zone of a 1 1/4 acre parcel,located at the northwest corner of the
intersection of West Manzanita Street and North Desert View Drive currently
developed with a mobile home and i s designated medium to high density
residential opportunity.
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends
approval with stipulations.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.394,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.394,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-32-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH
TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.394,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-32-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.395,
PZ-33-85,MILLER
Councilman Baljo seconded the
Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the request for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite Zone
of a 1.02 acre parcel located at the northwest corner of the intersection of
West Greasewood Street and North Thunderbird Drive in Section 17,and i s
presented developed with a mobile home with a designation of medium to high
density residential opportunity,with surrounding uses including mobile
homes,a church,and vacant land.
Apache Junction,made herself available
applicants wish to split the land.
Ms Alice Miller,1031 W.Escondido,
for questions.
Councilman Jimenez asked i f the
Ms Miller replied that plans
included splitting the land once and placing one mobile home on the
property.
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends
approval of the application with stipulations.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.395,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
follows:
Councilman Baljo seconded the
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
ORDINANCE NO.395,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,. ARIZONA,CHANGING THE
ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-33-85 FROM GR GENERAL
RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.395,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING
CASE PZ-33-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING
ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.396,PZ-34-85,
KOEPER,McCLAIN,AND SCHLUNDER
)Mr.Newcomer stated that this i s an
application for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite Zone
of three 1 1/4 acre parcels,located between North Stagecoach and North
Acacia Roads in Section 22,with designations of Low Density Residential on
the General Plan,which i s defined as 0-7 persons per acre.Mr.Newcomer
further stated that surrounding land uses include mobile homes and vacant
land.
Ms Anna Koeper,472 N.Acacia,
Apache Junction,requested approval of the rezoning for the purpose of
placing a second mobile home on one of the 1 1/4 acre parcels.
Councilman Eidson asked i f this case
could be presented to the Board of Adjustment.
Mr.McNulty explained that the Board
of Adjustment handles only peculiar problems,but cannot create a special
situation for a property owner.
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the case.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff
recommend denial of the application based on noncompliance with City General
Plan as the neighborhood i s zoned Low Density Residential,and that the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends 6-1 denial of the rezoning for the
above reason and that although there are some areas grandfathered before the
General Plan came into effect,i t i s felt that this would be spot zoning not
in the best interest of the General Plan of the City of Apache Junction.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
Councilman Baljo asked i f this area
y.
Mr.Newcomer replied that i t i s
hearing to the public.
i s zoned for conventional housing only.
predominantly mobile homes.
Councilman Eidson asked i f the
applicant had been informed of the option of applying to the Board of
Adjustment.
Mr.Newcomer stated that the Board
of Adjustment could only grant a 9 month temporary permit,and could not
grant a permanent use permit.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.396,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.396,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE-,BY AMENDINGjHE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ 34-85 FROM GRTGENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER
HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.396,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE,BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE IJUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-34-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE DENIED.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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Vice Mayor Bakkedahl suggested that
the applicant may be interested in attending meetings that would be held for
the revision of the General Plan.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl recessed the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl reconvened the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.402,
PZ-37-85,ABRIL
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the application for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite
Zone of a 1 1/4 acre parcel,located on the north side of West Tepee Street,
approximately.660 feet east of North Warner Drive i n Section 18.
Mr.Roy Abril,2740 W.Tepee,Apache
Junction,made himself available for any questions from the Council.
time would the property be split.
would be split into three parcels.
Councilman Jimenez asked how many
Mr.Abril stated that the property
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked if there
was anyone who: wished to speak in favor:of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There beingAlo one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections to the rezoning and that the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommends approval with the stipulation that the parcel not be developed
into a mobile home or recreational vehicle park unless otherwise approved by
the City.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.402,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCENG.402,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCILOF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE 'APACHE JUNCTION.,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY -AMENDING ,THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY 'OF APACHE .JUNCTION,ARIZONA,: CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASETZ-3785 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER
,HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY
REGULAR MEETING OF THE:CITY:COUNCIL
AUGUST 20,1985
PAGE 12 OF 23
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.402,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
PZ-37-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.404,
PZ-38-85,LAABS AND STACHAR
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the request for rezoning from GR General Rural to TH Trailer Homesite Zone
of a 2.01 acre parcel located on teh northeast corner of the intersection of
West Shiprock Street and North Monterey Drive in Section 17.
Mr.Keith Stachar,6301 E.Roundup,
Apache Junction,requested approval of the application for rezoning,and
outlined the proposed development.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
called upon the Director of Planning for recommendations.
Mr.Newcomer stated that staff has
no objections and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends
approval with stipulations.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the
hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.404,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.404,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING
DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-38-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER
HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.404,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 20,1985
PAGE 13 OF 23
PZ-38-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO TH TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
Councilman Baljo stated that the
developer i s showing good faith in following the Zoning Ordinance.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.405,PZ-39-85
BUSBOOM,EDWARDS,AND WYNN
)Mr.Newcomer explained that legal
advertisements for this rezoning application to be heard are for September
3,1985.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT PROPOSED
ORDINANCE NO.405,PZ-39-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF
AUGUST 3,1985.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.418,HEALTH
PERMITS (With Emergency Clause)
)City Clerk Kathleen Connelly
explained that this ordinance i s in conjunction with Intergovernmental
Agreement with Pinal County Health Department adopted by the Council,and at
the request of the Health Department,requirements for Certificates of
Health and sanitary inspections for thos businesses which are involved with
the sale or distribution of food and drink,are put into ordinance form.
City Manager McNulty requested that
this ordinance be postponed due to the emergency clause and lack of a
three-quarter vote at this time.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT PROPOSED
ORDINANCE NO.418,PERTAINING TO HEALTH PERMITS,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE
REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 3,1985.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.419,
YARD SALES
)Ms Connelly stated that per a
request by Councilman Eidson,this ordinance defines and regulates yard
sales within the City,restricting yard sales to no more than four times per
calendar year per address.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the
ordinance.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor
Bakkedahl closed the hearing to the public.
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AUGUST 20,1985
PAGE 14 OF 23
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.419,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.419,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 8 BUSINESS,BY ADDING ARTICLE 8-7
YARD SALES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.419,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 8
BUSINESS,BY ADDING ARTICLE 8-7 YARD SALES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING
PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
Councilwoman Gardner further
explained the proposed ordinance to the public.
Ms Connelly stated that more than
four yard sales would require a business license,and approval of this would
be contingent upon Zoning approval and other City regulations.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.420,
TERMS OF EXPIRATION
hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
Ms Connelly addressed the Council on
the proposed ordinance which would attempt to create a uniform system for
the expiration of terms on City Boards and Commissions.Ms Connelly stated
that this would also prevent record keeping problems that have existed in
the past.
Councilman Baljo expressed his
feeling that i f all positions are vacant at the same time,there may be a
problem with filling them,but that as i t pertains to administration i t
would be appropriate.
Councilman Eidson voiced the same
concern.
Ms Connelly further explained that
terms now expiring i n April,would-be extended until June,and terms
expiring i n November would be cut short in June,but this would only occur
one time after which all terms would be uniform.
Councilwoman Garder asked i f an
applicant could apply for more than one Board or Commission at the same
time.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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Ms Connelly informed the Council
that at the present time,an individual wishing to be appointed to any
vacancy on any Board or Commission,i s asked to specify "Any Board or
Commission"on the application,and that application i s submitted to the
Council for any vacancy.Ms Connelly also suggested that the Council
discuss this with the applicant at the Work Sessions prior to appointment.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the issue.
There being no one wishing to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
closed the hearing to the public.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.420,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.H420,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER ,2 MAYOR AND COUNCIL,ARTICLE 2-12
PERSONNEL BOARD,PERTAINING TO EXPIRATION OF TERMS;REPEALING ANY
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;,AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITT.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.420,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 2
MAYOR AND COUNCIL,ARTICLE 2-12 PERSONNEL BOARD,PERTAINING TO EXPIRATION OF
TERMS;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,
BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.421,
ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT
(With the Emergency Clause)
)Mr.McNulty recommended that this
proposed ordinance be postponed due to the emergency clause.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT PROPOSED
ORDINANCE NO.421,ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON LOST DUTCHMAN BOULEVARD FROM
IDAHO ROAD TO GOLDFIELD ROAD,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
OF SEPTEMBER 3,1985.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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APPLICATION FOR PERSON TRANSFER
OF SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE,
COPPER HILLS STEAK,LOUNGE &PIZZA )
hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
City Manager McNulty stated that
upon investigation,the Department of Public Safety could find no reason for
recommendation of denial of this Person Transfer.
Ms Marty Winquest,.164 N.74th St.,
Mesa,asked i f there were any questions from the Council regarding the
application.
Councilman Eidson expressed a
concern for past problems with the establishment,and asked i f the previous
owners had any interest in the property.
As Winquest explained that the
property has -a new- owner and,she is leasingAhe property.
Councilwoman Gardner informed the
Council that the Copper Hills establishment in Globe i s a nice,well kept
business.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f anyone
wished to address the Council on this application.There being no one
wishing to speak,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the hearing to the public.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE
APPLICATION FOR PERSON TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY
MARTHA ANN WINQUEST,AGENT FOR COPPER HILLS STEAK,LOUNGE AND PIZZA,BE
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND
CONTROL.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
APPLICATION FOR SMALL GAME BINGO
LICENSE,CORTEZ GARDENS
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl opened the
hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f there
was anyone who wished to speak in on this item.There being no one wishing
to address the Council,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl closed the hearing to the
public.
Councilwoman Gardner stated that the
memorandum from the Department of Public Safety lists some improvements that
are apparently necessary after an inspection by the Fire Department.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE
APPLICATION FOR A SMALL GAME BINGO LICENSE SUBMITTED BY CARL AND JUNE PIKE,
AGENT FOR CORTEZ GARDENS,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE,BINGO LICENSING AUTHORITY,PENDING THE CORRECTIONS OF
INSPECTIONS MADE BY APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DEPARTMENT INSPECTOR REPORT,ITEMS
1-6.
Ms Connelly suggested postponing the
item until the improvements requested by the Fire Department are made,and
reminded the Council that the City does not approve the license,but makes a
recommendation to the State,and the Bingo Licensing Authority makes the
final decision.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 20,1985
PAGE 17 OF 23
Councilman Baljo withdrew the
motion.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE THE
APPLICATION FOR SMALL GAME BINGO LICENSE FOR CORTEZ GARDENS BE POSTPONED
PENDING CORRECTIONS OUTLINED IN THE APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT
UNTIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 17,1985.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-29 AND
85-30,LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUND GRANT PROGRAM
)Superintendent of Community Services
Jeff Bell stated that the proposed resolutions,i f approved by Council,will
permit the City to apply for Land and Water Conservation Funds to the
Arizona State Parks Department,for the purpose of Prospector Park and City
Hall Complex Park improvements.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-29,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER
CONSERVATION FUNDS FOR CITY HALL COMPLEX PARK IMPROVEMENT AND RESOLUTION
NO.85-30,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA,APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS FOR PROSPECTOR PARK DEVELOPMENT PHASE II,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-27,
AB -85-06,SUMMERSET DEVELOPMENT
)Director of Public Works Rich
Broman,briefed the Council on the request for abandonment of a portion of
San Marcos Drive and Virginia Street,which has been previously unimproved,
and i t appears that San Marcos will never be continued through,and that the
Development Coordinating Committee recommended approval of the abandonment.
Mr.Craw Schaub,3526 E.Carole,
Mesa,representing Summerset Development,stated that the Development has
five lots on the corner of San Marcos Drive,and requested approval of the
abandonment.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that
Arizona Statutes requires that the Developer pay for the cost of plat
changes should they be amended.
Mr.Broman replied that for this
amendment a letter would be sufficient,without changing the entire plat.
Mr.McNulty reiterated that i f i t i s
necessary for the plat to be amended,i t would be at the cost of the
devleoper.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-27,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING THAT A PORTION OF SAN MARCOS DRIVE
AND VIRGINIA STREET AS DESCRIBED IN STREET ABANDONMENT CASE AB -85-06 IS NO
LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE AND IS HEREBY VACATED,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-31,
AB -85-07,KOS,BRUMMOND AND LANGERAK)
)Mr.Broman briefed the Council on
the request for abandonment of Mockingbird Street from Vista Road to Wickiup
Road,which i s unimproved and not maintained and that the Development
Coordinating Committee expresses no objection to the abandonment.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-31,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING THAT A CERTAIN FEDERALLY PATENTED
EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY PURPOSES DESCRIBED AS MOCKINGBIRD STREET
FROM VISTA ROAD TO WICKIUP ROAD IN STREET ABANDONMENT CASE AB -85-07,ARE NO
LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE AS A ROADWAY AND ARE HEREBY ABANDONED AND
EXTINGUISHED AS PRESENT OR FUTURE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
Councilman Jimenez stated that upon
inspection of the location i t was noted that the Council did approve an
abandonment of Mockingbird to the west,and though not in favor of
abandonments,due to this circumstance would be i n favor of the abandonment.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez,
Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson
Opposed:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
Councilman Baljo commented that
until a plan for abandonments i s adopted,he could not deny the abandonment.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that he
voted "no"because a dedication should be made through "purchase
condemnation",rather than by abandonment.
The motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-37,
FEDERAL AIDE PROJECT,STORM DRAIN
STRUCTURE ON IRONWOOD DRIVE
)Mr.Broman stated that the purpose
of this i s for construction of a culvert on Ironwood Drive,and this i s an
intergovernmental agreement between the State of Arizona and the City for
that project.
Councilwoman Gardner confirmed that
this i s a drainage problem on Ironwood Drive,and pointed out another street
problem in that area.
Mr.McNulty replied that the City
would attempt to additionally improve the street.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-37,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,SETTING FORTH ITS INTENT TO APPROVE THE
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF ARIZONA AND THE CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF TAKING THROUGH CONSTRUCTION,THE PROJECT
WHICH HAS BEEN SELECTED BY THE CITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF TEH FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION,BE APPROVED
AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
STREET LIGHT IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT,
SUPERSTITION VIEW
)Mr.Broman explained that i n
accordance with Subdivision Regulations,the developer must petition the
City to create a street light district,and a petition has been received
from Superstition View Mobile Home Estates.
Councilwoman Gardner wished to know
why there i s a difference in costs for different subdivisions.
Mr.Broman replied that the size of
the streets,number of lights,the size of lights,and inflation determine
the costs.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO.84-68,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
PURCHASE ELECTRICITY,WHICH INCLUDES A CHARGE FOR THE USE OF LIGHTING
FACILITIES,FOR LIGHTING PUBLIC STREET WITHIN AN AREA:
DESCRIBED AS SUPERSTITION VIEW MOBILE HOME ESTATES,A SUBDIVISION RECORDED
IN BOOK 15,PAGE 26,PCR,PINAL COUNTY,ARIZONA.
ALL WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF APACHE JUNCTION,PINAL COUNTY,ARIZONA,
PURSUANT TO A.R.S.9-713 AND 9-714 DECLARING THE PURCHASE OF ELECTRICITY TO
BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT,AND THAT THE COST OF SAID
ELECTRICITY SHALL BE ASSESSED ON A CERTAIN DISTRICT,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION OF INTENTION 85-28,
STREET LIGHT IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT,APACHE VILLA V
)Mr.Broman explained that this i s
also a petition for street light improvement,submitted by Apache Villa V.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO.85-28,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
PURCHASE ELECTRICITY,WHICH INCLUDES A CHARGE FOR THE USE OF LIGHTING
FACILITIES,FOR LIGHTING PUBLIC STREET WITHIN AN AREA:
DESCRIBED AS APACHE VILLA NO.V LOTS 75-132 PCR,PINAL COUNTY,ARIZONA AS
RECORDED IN BOOK 19,PAGE 62.
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AUGUST 20,1985
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ALL WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF APACHE JUNCTION,PINAL COUNTY,ARIZONA,
PURSUANT TO A.R.S.9-713 AND 9-714 DECLARING THE PURCHASE OF ELECTRICITY TO
BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT,AND THAT THE COST OF SAID
ELECTRICITY SHALL BE ASSESSED ON A CERTAIN DISTRICT,BE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
REQUESTS FOR EXTENSIONS
TO CLEAN PROPERTY
)Ms Connelly stated that requests for
30 day extensions to clean property have been submitted by Cotter,Getris,
Morrison,and Price,the first three of whom i s their first request.
Ms Connelly explained that this i s the second request from Mr.Price,due to
the property being i n escrow.
Ms Connelly further stated that
Mr.Price i s requesting only a few day's extension.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
REQUESTS FOR EXTENSIONS TO CLEAN PROPERTY BE GRANTED TO:
COTTER FOR 30,DAYS
GETRIS FOR 30 DAYS
MORRISON FOR 30 DAYS
PRICE FOR 15 DAYS'
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
APPOINTMENTS TO INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
)Ms Connelly explained that the
Industrial Development Authority i s requesting that Sam Gardom and Tyrus
Setliff be considered for reappointment with terms t o expire i n six years.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT MR.SAM
GARDOM AND MR.TYRUS SETLIFF BE REAPPOINTED TO THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY,SAID TERMS TO EXPIRE MARCH 18,1991.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,
SEPTEMBER 3,1985
)Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AN
EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 3,1985,AT
6:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
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AUGUST 20,1985
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The motion carried.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
None
INFORMATION AND REPORTS
(COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT)
Councilwoman Gardner reported that Mr.John Allanson i s the new
Director of the Community Foundation,and there will be an open house near
the first of September.
Councilman Jimenez reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission i s
presently at work on the: Residential Ordinance, ,and.will,:ba submitted to the
Council i n the near future,and that they are also working on the Land Split
Ordinance.
REQUESTS OF COUNCIL
Alone.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE
MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 10:22 P.M.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
*Consent Agenda Items are as follows:
*1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda
*2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Special Meeting of July 15,1985
*3.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 16,1985
*4.Acceptance of Minutes from the Special Meeting of July 29,1985
ACCEPTED THIS DAY OF ,1985,BY THE MAYOR.
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION.ARIZONA.
Norman S.Hill
Mayor
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AUGUSTH20,1985:
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ATTEST:
Kathleen Connelly Cf
City Clerk
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