HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-12-17 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 17,1985
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction,
Arizona,was held on December 17,1985,at the Apache Junction City Council
Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hill called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
INVOCATION
Councilman Eidson gave the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilman Baljo led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present:
Staff Present:
Others Present:
Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman
Gardner,Councilwoman Taylor,
Councilman Eidson,Councilman
Baljo,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,
Mayor Hill
City Manager Michael J.McNulty
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly
City Attorney David Alexander
Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark
Director of Public Safety
Bill McDaniel
Controller Keith Lewis
Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer
Director of Public Work
Rich Broman
Economic Development Specialist
John Schoeph
Superintendent of Community Services
Jeff Bell
Mr.Ray Hooker
565 W.16th Avenue
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Keith Stachar
6301 E.Roundup
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.John Granillo,Jr.
400 W.23rd Avenue
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Wendell J.Clarke
2385 S.Cactus
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Gene Larson
NRB Partnership
4250 E.Camelback
Phoenix,AZ
Ms Martha Hopkins
538 N.Goldfield Rd.
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Ms Winona Gyldenvand
1871 S.Meridian
Apache Junction,AZ 85220
Mr.Howard Parks
3815 E.Elm St.
Phoenix,AZ
ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA
)Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 THROUGH 3 BE ACCEPTED AFTER MOVING ITEM NO.17 TO
DIRECTLY AFTER "CITY MANAGER'S REPORT"ON THE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests
Mayor Hill acknowledged State Representative Roy Hudson.
AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Michael J.McNulty showed a video tape of the progress on
the Library and the Prospector Park.
APPOINTMENTS TO YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD)
)Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE
FOLLOWING PERSONS BE APPOINTED TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD:
JASON HUTCHENS,TERRY LOPEZ,TONY LORENZO,RICK RUNDHAUG,SUSAN PITTMAN,
CHRISSY SMITH,BECKY WINKLE,DAVID UMLAH,BRIAN HARRINGTON,ELIZABETH
HENRY,STEVE ARNOLDUSSEN,SHERYL MARTINEZ AS STUDENT MEMBERS AND SOFIA
GARGRAVE,SHERI GREVES,BETTY HELOWICZ,DENNIS HULTMAN,MERIBETH BAKER,
NORMA LEBARIO AND DEANENE WEBER AS ADULT MEMBERS.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Mr.Gil Verley,requested that four-way stop signs be placed at the
intersection of Idaho Road and Southern Avenue.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.450,LOT SPLIT
(With the Emergency Clause)
)Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer
briefed the Council on the proposed amendments to the original draft of
Ordinance No.450.
Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the
public.
Mr.Ray Hooker,565 W.16th Avenue,
Apache Junction,real estate broker,addressed the Council in opposition to
the ramifications of the proposed ordinance should i t be adopted.
Apache Junction,real estate broker,
split ordinance.
Avenue,Apache Junction,
Cactus,Apache Junction,
Mr.Keith Stachar,6301 E.Roundup,
spoke in opposition to the proposed lot
Mr.John Granillo,Jr.,400 W.23rd
expressed opposition to the proposed ordinance.
Mr.Wendell J.Clarke,2385 S.
requested that this proposed ordinance be denied.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
else who wished to speak on this issue.There being on one else wishing to
address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.450,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.450,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,
AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE APACHE JUNCTION SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS BY
SETTING FORTH STANDARDS,PROCEDURES,AND REQUIREMENTS FOR LAND SPLITS;
REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.450,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE POSTPONED FOR REVISION AND
FURTHER CONSIDERATION UNTIL THE FIRST REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE,
1986.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
Councilman Baljo stated that this
action would give pro and con parties a chance to further consider any
proposed ordinance on this issue,as well as preventing the ordinance from
being submitted with further revisions at the next meeting.
Councilman Eidson explained that
the Planning and Zoning Commission denied this ordinance,feeling that this
would only cause problems for the seller or buyer,with very little benefit
to the community.
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Councilwoman Taylor stated that a
survey was done i n surrounding communities on lot split ordinances,
revealing that cities that are entirely developed found i t necessary to have
lot split regulations,but that cities that are not completely developed
have discovered that this type of regulating would stop growth,and further
stated that i t i s the duty of the Council to protect the community,but that
"protectionism"i s worse than a disease.
Councilman Jimenez expressed strong
support for the study and work accomplished by the staff i n attempting to
organize the community neighborhoods,and further stated that this
ordinance would benefit our city.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that
this ordinance,i n it's revised form,i s basically requiring a survey of the
property,and expressed approval of these proposed regulations.
VOTE:I n Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,
Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.407,
PZ-41-85,WIRTH
)Mr.Newcomer stated that Mr.Richard
Wirth,applicant for the rezoning,has submitted a letter requesting that
this application be postponed.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.456,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
JANUARY 7,1986.
Councilwoman Taylor seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.453,
AMENDMENT TO SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS)
)Mr.Newcomer explained that this
amendment changes the composition of the Subdivision Committee to include:
the Planning Director,Director of Public Works,Director of Public Safety,
Chief of the Fire Department,Building/Zoning Official,and the City
Engineer.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
who wished to speak i n favor of or i n opposition to the proposed ordinance.
Mr.Keith Stachar,6301 E.Roundup,
Apache Junction,addressed the Council as a member of the Subdivision
Committee,opposing the changes which exclude public members from the
Committee.
Mr.John Granillo,Jr.,also
addressed the Council,objecting to the amendments to the Subdivision
Regulations which would result i n the exclusion of public representation on
the Committee.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
else who wished to address the Council on this amendment.There being no
one else wishing to speak,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
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Councilman Jimenez explained that
the purpose of the Subdivision Committee is to provide technical review and
this would not require public representation on the Committee,but that
public input is welcome.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.453,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE
ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilman Jimenez,
Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor
The motion failed.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read
the ordinance in its entirety:
ORDINANCE NO.453,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE CITY CODE OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,VOLUME II,LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE,
CHAPTER 2 SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS BY AMENDING SECTION 6.02 (1);REPEALING
ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,
ARIZONA,THAT:
SECTION I IN GENERAL
The Apache Junction,Arizona,City Code i s hereby amended by amending
Section 6.02 (1);to read as follows:
SECTION 6.02 (1)
1.The Subdivision Committee is hereby established and shall consist
of the following members or their duly authorized representatives:
A.The Planning Director,who shall be Chairman
B.The Director of Public Works,who shall be Vice Chairman
C.The Director of Public Safety
D.The Chief of the Fire Department
E.The Building/Zoning Official
F.The City Engineer
SECTION I I REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS
All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this Ordinance or any part of the code adopted herein by reference are
hereby repealed.
SECTION III PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
I f any section,sub -section,sentence,phrase,clause or portion of this
Ordinance or any part of the code adopted herein by reference i s for any
reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court
of competent jurisdiction,such decision shall not affect the validity of
the remaining portions thereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA,THIS DAY OF ,1985.
Norman S.Hill
Mayor
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ATTEST:
Kathleen Connelly
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
David F.Alexander
City Attorney
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.453,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
Councilman Baljo asked i f public are
allowed to attend meetings held by this Committee.
City Attorney David Alexander stated
that these meetings are administrative acts and not public hearings,but i f
the Council would wish to establish a policy of inviting the public,they
may.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Jimenez,Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Gardner
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.456,
PZ-70-85,NRB PARTNERSHIP
)Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on
the request for rezoning from Trailer Homesite by Planned Development to
Multiple Family Residence by Planned Development of eight combined parcels
of 33.51 acres,which has a general plan designation of medium/high
residential opportunity,located on the west side of Idaho Road,just north
of the Lost Dutchman Travel Trailer Park Annex.Mr.Newcomer further stated
that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the
application with stipulations.
Mr.Gene Larson,representing NRB
Parnership,4250 E.Camelback,Phoenix,explained that the proposed use is a
multi -family housing complex,with a mixture of one and two-story buildings.
Mayor Hill 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,Mayor Hill closed the hearing
to the public.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.456,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
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ORDINANCE NO.456,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-70-85 FROM TRAILER HOMESITE ZONE BY
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (TH/PD)TO MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE BY PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT (CR-5/PD);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.456,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.462,
PZ-67-85,PRATT AND ANDERSON
)Mr.Newcomer stated that the
applicant requested that this rezoning public hearing be postponed until
January 7,1986.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.462,PZ-67-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF JANUARY 7,1986.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Mayor Hill recessed the meeting.
Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.458,TRAFFIC
CONTROL DEVICES (With Emergency Clause))
Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the
public.
City Manager Michael J.McNulty
briefed the Council on the installation of stop signs at various locations
throughout the City.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.458,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY WITH THE EMERGENCY CLAUSE AND THE
READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilwoman Taylor seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
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ORDINANCE NO.458,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,
ESTABLISHING LOCATIONS FOR STOP SIGNS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.458,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS:
ALSO ESTABLISHING STOP SIGNS SOUTH ON CEDAR DRIVE AT 16TH AVENUE,AND NORTH
ON CEDAR DRIVE AT 16TH AVENUE.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.459,OBSCENITY
AS A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONING ORDINANCE,BY PROVIDING
ZONING CLASSIFICATION IN WHICH ADULT
ACTIVITIES MAY BE CONDUCTED
(With the Emergency Clause)
public.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the
Councilman Eidson explained that the
proposed motion was drafted by City Attorney Alexander at the request of the
Council.
City Attorney Alexander stated that
proposed Ordinance No.459,declares those items of obscene materials a
public nuisance,which are contained in the State of Arizona Criminal Law,
and explained the proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
who wished to speak on this item.There being no one wishing to address the
Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT SECTION
13.010 OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION ZONING ORDINANCE BE AMENDED TO PROVIDE
FOR THE LOCATION OF BUSINESSES INVOLVING ADULT ACTIVITIES.SAID AMENDMENT
SHALL ADDRESS THE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS IN WHICH SUCH ADULT ACTIVITIES MAY
BE CONDUCTED;SHALL DEFINE A MINIMUM DISTANCE FROM SCHOOLS,CHURCHES,AND
RESIDENTIAL AREAS WHICH MUST BE MAINTAINED BY ADULT ACTIVITIES;AND SHALL
PROVIDE FOR SPECIAL USE PERMITS OR OTHER REGULATIONS REQUIRED TO REGULATE
ADULT ACTIVITIES.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.460,
COUNCIL SALARIES
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly
explained that at the request of the Council,two options are provided of
the proposed ordinance,the first option would increase the salaries of the
staggered terms of the Council to $200 at the time the terms expired,and
the Mayor's salary would increase to $400 with the commencement of the new
budget year,with the remaining members of the Council receiving the
increase when the terms expire in 1989.Ms Connelly further explained that
the second option would increase the salaries the same as the first option
beginning with the budget year in 1989.
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Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
who wished to speak on this item.There being no one wishing to address the
Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.460,OPTION A,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.460,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 2-1
COUNCIL,BY ADDING SECTION 2-1-8 SALARIES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING
PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.460,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
Councilwoman Taylor stated that at
present the Council receives a salary of $100 per month,minus taxes,and
the Mayor receives $200 per month minus taxes,and the increase would help
with the expenses of travel,etc.
VOTE:I n Favor:Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,
Councilwoman Gardner,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilman Jimenez,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.461,SANITARY
PREMISES (With Emergency Clause)
)City Manager McNulty stated that
this proposed ordinance would help solve problems with sanitary premises,
particularly with property located on slopes or higher ground,requiring the
owner to remove manure that would be spread onto adjacent property with
rainfall,or wind.Mr.McNulty proceeded to read the additional sections.
Ms Martha Hopkins,538 N.Goldfield
Rd.,Apache Junction,addressed the Council listing the various manure
problems,and stating that this ordinance takes care of the majority of
those.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
else who wished to speak on this ordinance.There being no one wishing to
address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.461,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY WITH THE EMERGENCY CLAUSE AND THE
READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilwoman Taylor seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
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The motion carried.
City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.461,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING
THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 6 ANIMALS,BY RENUMBERING ARTICLE
6-7 KEEPING OF ANIMALS TO CONFORM AND BY ADDING SECTION 6-7-3(E);
REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING
FOR PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.461,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
APPLICATION FOR SMALL GAME BINGO
LICENSE,HUFF'S M.H.PARK
public.
))
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the item.There being
no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the
public.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE
APPLICATION FOR A SMALL GAME BINGO LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY MR.WILLIAM KEARIN
AGENT FOR HUFF'S MOBILE HOME PARK,BE RECOMMENDED TO THE BINGO LICENSING
AUTHORITY FOR APPROVAL.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
APPLICATION FOR PERSON TRANSFER OF
SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE
GEORGE'S STEAK HOUSE )
)Mayor Hill called upon the
applicant.
Councilwoman Taylor stated that
Mr.Jerry Burgess,applicant for the Person Transfer,had to leave for
another appointment.
Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone
who wished to speak on this item.There being no one wishing to address the
Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE
APPLICATION FOR A PERSON TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY
MR.JERRY E.BURGESS AGENT FOR GEORGE'S STEAK HOUSE,BE RECOMMENDED FOR
APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSE AND CONTROL.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
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The motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
SELECTION OF DATES FOR WORK SESSIONS)
)Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT A
WORK SESSION BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 5,1986,AT 7:00 P.M.,FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DISCUSSING FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF CITY HALL COMPLEX;
AND THAT A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON JANUARY 23,1986,AT 4:00 P.M.,FOR THE
PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY CODE;
AND THAT A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON JANUARY 16,1986,AT 6:00 P.M.,FOR THE
PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING FUTURE GOALS FOR APACHE JUNCTION,ALL TO BE HELD IN
THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
APPEAL OF ASSESSMENT,CHRISTENSEN
(Postponed Item)
)City Attorney David Alexander
stated that the property owner felt that the city had taken out surveyor
stakes and filled i n excavated areas when cleaning the property,and upon
investigation,i t was concluded that the City did f i l l i n a septic tank but
that the stakes were not taken out at that time.
Ms Winona Gyldenvand,1871 S.
Meridian,Apache Junction,stated that the survey stakes were missing after
the City cleaned the property,and requested that the property be resurveyed
by the City.
Mr.McNulty recommended that the
lien be cancelled and have the property resurveyed.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE
APPEAL OF THE ASSESSMENT REQUESTED BY LOUIS CHRISTENSEN BE GRANTED AND A NEW
SURVEY BE DONE ON THE PROPERTY.
Councilwoman Taylor seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-7-79,
(ORDINANCE NO.55)
)Mr.Newcomer explained that this i s
a request for extension for a planned development which was originally
approved on September 3,1980,consisting of 100 unit apartment complex,
located on the northwest corner of Scenic Street and Royal Palm Road.
Mr.Newcomer further stated that four extensions have been previously
granted on this project.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION TO SEPTEMBER 3,1986 FOR PZ-7-79,BE DENIED
AND THAT THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY REVERT TO THE GR
GENERAL RURAL ZONE.
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Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-12-79,
(ORDINANCE NO.56)
)Mr.Newcomer explained that this i s
a request for extension for a planned development,originally approved on
September 3,1980,which consists of a 16 unit apartment complex on a 32,600
square foot parcel,located on the east side of Grand Avenue,approximately
250 feet south of Apache Trail.Mr.Newcomer stated that staff recommends
granting the extension based on the fact that the developer has taken steps
towards the completion of the project.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION TO SEPTEMBER 3,1986,FOR PZ-12-79,BE
GRANTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:I n Favor:Councilman Jimenez,Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Taylor,
Councilman Eidson,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner
The motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-43-83,
(ORDINANCE NO.232)
)Mr.Newcomer explained that this
request for time extension i s for a planned development originally approved
on April 6,1984,for a 94 lot adult travel trailer resort subdivision on a
10 acre parcel,located at the southeast corner of San Marcos Drive and
Broadway Avenue.Mr.Newcomer further stated that staff recommends that the
extension be granted.
Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION TO APRIL 6,1986,FOR PZ-43-83,BE
DENIED AND THAT THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY REVERT TO
THE GR GENERAL RURAL ZONE.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
VOTE:I n Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson
The motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-52-83,
(ORDINANCE NO.246)
)Mr.Newcomer stated that this i s a
request for extension for a planned development which was originally
approval September 18,1984,as a 200 unit adult recreational vehicle
development on a 15 acre parcel located on the north side of Windsong
between Meridian Road and North Warner Drive.
Councilwoman Taylor asked why staff
recommends that the applicant proceed with a different zoning
classification.
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Assistant.Planning/Drafting
Technician Julie Reid explained that one of the property owners did not wish
to continue with the present zoning classification,but wished a different
zoning which has not been determined at this time.
Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION TO SEPTEMBER 18,1986,FOR PZ-52-83,
BE DENIED AND THAT THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY REVERT
TO THE GR GENERAL RURAL ZONE.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-1-84,
(ORDINANCE NO.252))
)Mr.Newcomer explained that this is
a request for an extension for a planned development which was originally
approved on May 15,1984,for a 150 lot travel trailer resort on a 15 acre
parcel,located at the intersection of San Marcos Drive and 12th Avenue.
Mr.Newcomer stated that this is the Sunrise RV Resort Phase I I and is
involved in foreclosure proceedings.
Ms Reid explained that someone i s in
the process of purchasing the property,and may wish to proceed with Phase
I I of the project,but an extension would be necessary to do so.
Mr.Howard Parks,3815 E.Elm St.,
Phoenix,representing the owners of the property which was to be Phase I I of
Sunrise RV Resort,and due to financial difficulty,Phase I is in the
process of being sold.Mr.Parks stated that they would approach the new
owners after closing of escrow,regarding the purchase and development of
Phase II.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR PZ-1-84,BE GRANTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez
The motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION,PZ-17-84,
(ORDINANCE NO.275))
)Mr.Newcomer stated that this is a
request for an extension on a planned development which was originally
approved on September 4,1984,and that staff recommends granting the
extension.
Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT THE
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR PZ-17-84,BE GRANTED.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Taylor,
Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilman Jimenez
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The motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-53,
AB -85-14,MECSEY AND WRIGHT
)Director of Public Work Rich Broman
briefed the Council on the request for abandonment of Cedar Drive from
Windsong Street to Concho Street,and the property owners desire the
abandonment due to confusion on legal description supplied to the project
engineer which has caused a discrepancy of about 20',which would
necessitate the roadway being abandoned.Mr.Broman stated that the
Development Coordinating Committee recommends approval of the abandonment
with conditions.
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl felt that this
abandonment was not necessary.
The engineer for the project
addressed the Council with the problems caused by the incorrect legal
description,explaining why the abandonment is necessary.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT
RESOLUTION NO.85-53,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING THAT CERTAIN FEDERALLY PATENTED
EASEMENTS AND DEDICATED PUBLIC RIGHTS -OF -WAY ON CEDAR DRIVE BETWEEN WINDSONG
AND CONCHO STREETS AS DESCRIBED IN STREET ABANDONMENT CASE AB -85-14,ARE NO
LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE AS ROADWAYS AND ARE HEREBY ABANDONED AND
VACATED AS PRESENT OR FUTURE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED TO
INCLUDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONDITIONS MADE BY THE DEVELOPMENT COORDINATING
COMMITTEE.
Councilwoman Taylor seconded the
motion.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson
Opposed:Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Gardner,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill
The motion failed.
SELECTION OF "WELCOME TO
APACHE JUNCTION"SIGN
)Mr.Broman presented four choices
for "Welcome to Apache Junction"signs,as selected from comparisons of
signs in Mesa and Gilbert,and stated that there are about 15 potential
locations for setting up signs which would cost $70 to $75 per sign,with a
possible of $1500 with all 15 signs.
Councilwoman Gardner suggested
placing larger signs on the main arterials,and smaller signs on the smaller
streets entering the city.
Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT
SAMPLE "D"BE PLACED AT U.S.HIGHWAY 60/STATE ROUTE 88,SUPERSTITION
BOULEVARD,AND BROADWAY AVENUE.
Councilwoman Gardner seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
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ACTION ON U.S.60/S.R.88 SIGNING )
)Mr.Broman explained that existing
signs at the intersection of U.S.60/S.R.88 are billboard type signs,and
due to Council amending the Sign Code,the Department of Transportation may
consider changing these to smaller signs,and with Council direction
coordination will be performed with the Department of Transportation to
determine i f the City's request can be accomodated.
Councilman Eidson stated that the
large signs are more visible and therefore more convenient.
Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BE REQUESTED TO REMOVE THE EXISTING
BILLBOARD -TYPE SIGNS WHEREVER THEY WILL BE PLACED AND REPLACE THEM WITH
APPROPRIATE SMALLER SIGNS AS TYPICALLY INSTALLED ALONG OTHER INTERSECTIONS.
Councilman Jimenez seconded the
motion.
Councilwoman Gardner amended the
motion THAT SIGNS BE PLACED MORE IN ADVANCE OF THE INTERSECTIONS.
VOTE:I n Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez,Councilman Baljo,
Mayor Hill
Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
The amendment to the motion carried.
VOTE:(Original Motion)
I n Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Jimenez,Councilman Baljo,
Vice Mayor Bakkedahl
Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson,Mayor Hill
The motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,
JANUARY 6,1986
EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,
JANUARY 7,1986 )
)Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT AN
EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.ON
JANUARY 6,1986,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS;
AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.ON
JANUARY 7,1986.
Councilman Baljo seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
INFORMATION AND REPORTS
(COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS)
None.
REQUESTS OF COUNCIL
Councilman Baljo requested that street abandonments i n relation to
future development i n the City,be placed on the next Work Session agenda.
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ADJOURNMENT
10:19 p.m.
Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting at
*Consent Agenda Items are as follows:
*1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda
*2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Special Meeting of November 12,1985
*3.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of December 3,1985
ACCEPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF JANUARY 1986,BY THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA.
ATTEST:
Norman S.Hill
Mayor
Kathleen Connelly
City Clerk
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