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2010 09.07 City Council Regular Agenda
PLEASE FILL OUT A “RE EST TO SPEAK”FORM IF YOU WISH TO ADD^SS THE COUNCIL AT CALL TO THEIPUBLICORONANYNON-PUBLIC HEARIN;^P^';m. Home of the S^perstitmi Mountains APACHE JUNCTION CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 300 EAST SUPERSTITION BOULEVARD APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA 85219n REGULAR MEETING AGENDA September 7,2010 7:00 PM ji— A.CALL TO ORDER. B.INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, c.ROLL CALL. D.CONSENT AGENDA. The Council may,at this time,take single action on any or all items listed as consent agenda items.These items may include,but are not limited to,acceptance of agenda,acceptance of minutes,appointments,acceptance of resignations and adoption of certain resoiutions and other items which do not require a public hearing.The Consent Agenda is a timesaving device of which the Mayor and City Councii is to receive documentation on these items from the City Manager for their review prior to the meeting.Any member of the Council may remove any item from the Consent Agenda for discussion and cause a separate vote on the matter later in the agenda. 1.Acceptance of Agenda. 2.Acceptance of Minutes of Regular Meeting of August 17,2010. Consideration of approval of the purchase of a street sweeper through HGAC Contract #SW04-10. Staff respectfully requests Council approval topurchase a PM-10 certified street sweeper to be reimbursed by a Congestiori Mitigation and Air Quality grant awarded to the City on June 30,2010.Grant award is $173,000.00 with the remaining total to be paid by the City not.to exceed $20,336.32.Total cost of the sweeper would be $193,336.32. 3. n 4,Consideration of Employment Agreement for City Attorney. The city attorney and city council have hegotiated a continuing employment agreement,all terms of which are incorporated therein. The oniy term that changed from the 2009 agreement was the inclusion of the automatic annual evaluation requirement.There are no salary or other monetary increases,as is the case with other contract and reguiar employees. 5.Consideration of award of Bid PR-10-1 for the landscape maintenance of Renaissance Point,Arroyo Verde,Phelps Drive Phases I and II,Ironwood Cove,Royal Palm Rd.,Ironwood Dr.Exit,Goldfield Rd.Exit and Tomafiawk Rd.Exit in an amount not to exceed $78,535.60. Five responses were received to the proposal by the August 12,2010 deadline.Staff respectfully request council approve award of bid to Sommerset Landscaping for the lowest responsible bid in the amount of $78,535.60. E.AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS. Awards,presentations from other organizations,proclamations issued by the mayor,and acknowledgement of distinguished guests and visitors,,and Staff presentation of receipt of grant or donated funds are permitted at this time. None. F.ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRENT EVENTS. The Mayor or any member of Council may at this time present a brief summary of current events.However,no discussion shall take place on such items except for clarifying comments^'^ed to substance,time and location. G-CITY MANAGER’S REPORT. The City Manager,members of City staff or those individuals designated by the'Manager may present information pertinent to items underconsiderationorinformationrelatedtotheoperationoftheCity.There shall however be no discussion at this time except for clarificationinquiries. n 6.MANAGER'S REPORT. H.PUBLIC HEARINGS. Public hearings required by applicable law shall be conducted by the Council and any person shall be given the opportunity to speak.AllremarksshallbeaddressedtotheCouncilasawholeandnottoanymemberthereof.Such remarks shall be limited to five (5)minutes unlessadditionaltimeisgrantedbytheMayor.This time limitation shall not apply to applicants and their agents appearing before the Council. APPLICATION FOR A NEW LICENSE,LIMITED LIABILITY CO.,SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE FORAPACHEMINIMART. This public hearing is the next step in the process for liquor license approval.The council shall make a ,recommendation for approvalordenialtobeforwardedtotheArizonaDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl. This location was previously Lucky Liquor.,' APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC. Superstition H.O.G.Chapter Inc.is requesting a special event liquor license for their kick off party/open house on October 7,2010.This public hearing is the next step in the process.Council shall make a recommendation of approval or denial which shall be fon/varded to the Arizona Department of Liquor. CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT FEE APPEAL FROM JOHN AND JOANNE FAIRMAN. John and Joanne Fairman are appealing the city's development fee ordinance and requesting complete waiver of the $9,508residentialfeefortheirpropertylocatedat2143N.Apache Drive. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2010 STATE SPECIAL PROJECT FUNDING ANDPROVIDINGDIRECTIONTOSTAFF. The City of Apache Junction is eligible to submit applications to the Arizona Department of Housing for State Special Project(SSP)funding for the Fiscal Year 2010 (FY10).Therefore,staff anticipates submitting an application for the FY10 SSP funds which the city may request up to $300,000 for one project to be used over a two year period of time.These funds are a statewide competitivegrant.The city may retain up to 18%of these funds for administrative costs.The application due date for the FY10 SSP application isanticipated.to be this winter. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-34,ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLED"DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY ". At the direction of Council,the Fiscal Year 2008 Community Development Block Grant funds were dedicated to completing a Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy.G and G Consulting,LLC,who will speak at this meeting,was selected to assist the City in developing this strategy and are now ready to present the final report.Additionally,City Manager,George Hoffman,will introduce the proposed work plan and highlight some of the items recommended for implementation.While no action is required atthismeeting.Council will be asked to consider Resolution No.10-34,formally accepting,adopting and implementing the Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy at the September 21,2010 City Council meeting. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-35,APPROVING THE PROPOSED 2010 APACHE JUNCTION GENERALPLAN..... Following 15 months of public review and comment,the proposed 2010 Apache Junction General Plan is scheduled for city councilpublichearingandaction.The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved Chapter 9 (Parks,Recreation,and OpenSpace)of the proposed plan on August 4,2010.Additionally,the Planning &Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approvaloftheentireproposedplanonAugust24,2010. This item was identified on the council's 2009-2010 work plan. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.1365,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME I,CHAPTER 9,HEALTH AND SANITATION,ARTICLE 9-1 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS,SECTION9-1-5,CARGO CONTAINERS;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FORSEVERABILITY;AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES. Ordinance No.1365 proposes changes to the cargo container regulations regarding definition of cargo containers and the cargocontainerappealprocess..■ n7. 8. 9. 10. 11. n 12. 13. I.nOLDBUSINESS.n The Council shall consider any business that has been previously considered and which is still unfinished to include those items previously postponed or tabled.No member of the public shall be permitted to speak on these items unless invited to do so by the Mayor after first submitting a written request-to-speak form with the City Clerk. None. J.NEW BUSINESS. The Council shall consider any business not yet considered.No member of the public shall be permitted to speak on these items unless invited to do so by the Mayor after first submitting a written request-to-speak form with the City Clerk. None. K.COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF.n This item allows the Mayor and City Council to direct staff on specifically listed matters. None. L.SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS,AND PURPOSES: 14.EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M.AND WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.FOR MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 20,2010. 15.EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M.FOR TUESDAY,SEPTEMBER 21,2010.OTHER MEETINGS IF NECESSARY. M.CALL TO PUBLIC. At this time the public has the privilege to address the Council with requests,communications,comments or suggestions relating to City business that are not listed on the agenda.All speakers must have already submitted a written “Request to Speak”form to the City Clerk no later than the conclusion of the City Manager’s Report portion of the agenda.If there is a group speaking on the same item,they should select a spokesperson.All such remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a whole and not to any member thereof.The Mayor is authorized to ask a speaker to stop speaking and leave the podium or to adjourn the meeting if anyone becomes disorderly,uncivil,makes personal attacks or continues to speak about items that are not within the jurisdiction of the city after being warned such issues are beyond the jurisdiction of the city to act.The Council may not answer questions of the speaker,discuss the matter with one another,but may,at the conclusion:1)respond to criticism by a speaker;2)ask the City Manager to review a matter;3)ask the City Manager to place the matter on a future agenda.Each speaker must approach the podium,speak into the microphone,provide their name and address.There is a three (3)minute time limit per speaker. N.ADJOURNMENT. Copies of this agenda and additional information regarding any of the items listed above may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office: 300 East Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ Monday through Friday,8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.,excluding holidays If any person with a disability needs any type of accommodation,please notify the Human Resources Office,at (480)474-2617 or (480)983-0095 (TDD)at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled time. n CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 11,2010 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction,Arizona,was held on August 17,2010,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. n CALL TO ORDER Mayor Insalaco called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Councilmember Wilson gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF allegiance Councilmember Coleman led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Insalaco Vice Mayor Eck Councilmember Barker Councilmember Coleman Councilmember Dietz Councilmember Serdy Councilmember Wilson n staff Present:City Manager George Hoffman Assistant City Manager Bryant Powell,, City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Joel Stern City Engineer Giao Pham Public Works Director-David Fern Economic Dev.Director Steve Filipowicz Asst,to the City Manager Matt Busby Others Present:Captain Arnold Freeman Senior Planner Rudy Esquivias REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 1 OF 17 n n Library Manager Spencer Paden ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA Vice Mayor Eck MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED;AND THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN,FOR THE CONTRACT RENEWAL BETWEEN THE GREATER PHOENIX ECONOMIC COUNCIL AND THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AND THE REAPPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER SERDY AS THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE GREATER PHOENIX ECONOMIC COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS;AND n THAT RESOLUTION NO.10-33,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND HEALTH BOARD'S PINAL REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 FIRST THINGS FIRST GRANT FUNDS;AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING STAFF TO TAKE ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSE AND INTENT OF THE GRANT,BE APPROVED. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS None.n ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRENT EVENTS None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager George Hoffman commented the public works department is out dealing with weather problems at this time and there is now residential curbside recycling in some parts of Apache Junction. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 2 OF 17 n n There was general discussion as to whether the recyclinginformationcouldbeputonthewebpage.It was determined it would probably not be legal and that the media may get the wordout. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR AN INTERIM PERMIT, PERSON TRANSFER,LIMITED LIABILITY CO.,SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR DOG RUN SALOON n )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly briefed the council on the item. Mayor Insalaco requested the The applicant was not present. There being nowishingtospeak,he,closed the public hearing and reopenedtheitemtocouncildiscussion. applicant address the council. He then opened the public hearing on the item. one Vice Mayor Eck commented it shows that the .fire district is serious about these liquorlicensesastheyaredoingtheirhomework. Mayor Insalaco closed the discussion with no further comments and called for a motion. Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR AN INTERIM PERMIT,PERSON TRANSFER, LIMITED LIABILITY CO.,SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR DOG RUN SALOON,SUBMITTED BY KIMBERLY ANN GUETHLE,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL.n Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO.10-16,DECLARING THAT PORTIONS OF A PUBLIC ROADWAY REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 3 OF 17 r)n EASEMENT LOCATED ON ROUNDUP’STREET BETWEEN ACACIA ROAD AND STARR ROAD AS SET FORTH IN EXTINGUISHMENT CASE EX-10-02 ARE NO LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE City Engineer Giao Phambriefedthecouncilontheitem. Mayor Insalaco requested the The applicant declined.napplicantaddressthecouncil. Councilmember Dietz asked if were all on board with this extinguishment. Vice Mayor Eck commented theyarelikesomanytheyhavedoneoverthelastcoupleyears. the 4 different lots City Engineer Giao Pham As they have more time,staff wouldliketogoandlookatthisinalargerareainsteadofdoingthemoneatatime. stated that is correct. It would save the city time,federally patented easements occurred back in the 1950's and1960's. These With the physical constraints of washes and utilities it does not make sense to put high density zoningTheyneedtolookatwheretheyneedtheinfrastructureortheroadwayandthenextinguishorabandoncertainareasthatwedonotneed. in that area, in this area. Vice Mayor Eck commented oncetheystartedlookingatthem,they are really a burden to thehomeowners.They could not get anything out of them'. nCityEngineerGiaoPham comes to the easements, they are able to utilize their land and areas based on setbacks from the planning stated there are restrictions when it When we extinguish this, build in certain department. ,Mayor Insalaco opened thepublichearingontheitem.There being no one wishing tospeak,he closed the public hearing and reopened the item tocouncildiscussion.There being no further discussion,hecalledforamotion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 4 OF 17 nn Councilmember Coleman MOVED THAT RESOLUTION.no.10-16,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING THAT PORTIONS OF PUBLIC ROADWAY EASEMENTS LOCATED QN ROUNDUP STREET FROM ACACIA ROAD TO STARR ROAD AND DESCRIBED IN EXTINGUISHMENT CASE EX-10-02 ARE NO LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE AS PUBLIC ROADWAY EASEMENTS AND ARE HEREBY EXTINGUISHED AS PRESENT OR FUTURE PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY,BE APPROVED. n Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. OLD BUSINESS ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2010-11 CITY COUNCIL WORK PLAN Assistant to the City Manager Matt Busby briefed the council on the item. ) Councilmember Dietz asked if the little red box contains the building permit grace period. Assistant to the City Manager He did not see it in the packetMattBusbystateditis. earlier. Councilmember Dietz asked if it needed to be read into the motion this evening. Assistant to the City Manager .He originally thought they did.n Matt Busby stated they do not. but Councilmember Wilson pointed out that it was already in there. .Councilmember Coleman asked if they are proposing that staff and council explore people who build-without having their buildings inspected for safety,who can add on without permits,and would then be able to go back and retroactively get a building permit if they get caught without any kind of penalty. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 5 OF 17 n n Councilmember Wilson stated it would be for a period of time, period of one or two months that would be okay, it publicized to try to get some of the problems that are out there. They would set up a time He would like He-would like people to come forward voluntarily say they had enclosed their Arizona room. Councilmember Coleman stated that would be so that they could make it legal now.n Councilmember Wilson stated now they would want to make what they have done legal.They will be able to do so,but it would only be for a period of time,not forever.A lot of cities do it.Chandler did it. Councilmember Coleman commented it would be our own amnesty program.The problem is that people,especially if they are going to sell the property, will do it without trying to pay for the inspections and that sort of thing.The ones that buy it get stuck with the substandard buildings that leak,like ours is right least we have some guarantees to go back to. that he wants this, thing or nothing. Atnow. He does not know He asked if this is a vote for the whole Assistant to the City Manager Matt Busby stated it is up to the council how they want to vote for this. Councilmember Barker commented it seems to her that the word explore would give the council the opportunity to either say this sounds really good orthissoundslikeareallybadidea.n Councilmember Coleman commented he thinks it will have some unexpected consequences. People may think that now they can do it without going throughtheproperprocedures.If they get caught,there is no penalty. Councilmember Barker asked what happens to those people that were caught prior to this time that did have to pay the penalty,and those people who will getcaughtafterthisperiodoftimewhowillalsohavetopaythe REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 6 OF 17 nn penalty.We are darned if we do and darned if we don't.It becomes strange. City Manager George Hoffman stated he passed along to them a week or two back an article that Kathy had forwarded to him. the same issue and was exploring or was going to explore the same policy.We are not the only municipality that has come up against this problem of people building without permits.It comes up and they have to decide what to do about it. Chandler was wrestling with n Councilmember Coleman commented he guesses he could explore but he does not know how much time it would take. Vice Mayor Eck commented he does not completely get their retroactively submitting an application for building permit without being charged the typical double permit fee. City Manager George Hoffman stated that is what we are doing now.The phraseology needs to be changed so that it is more exploratory about the issue of unpermitted structures.They could take out some of the detail that would still allow them to explore the policy issue of'what you do with structure or additions that have been built without benefit of permit. Councilmember Wilson commented it comes down to the fact that some people sell their houses. the house. determines, to a fine. This .could be something that they do before they sell It would be for a period of time that the council and if they come in afterwards,they will be subject If they have been fined before,then that is the He has seen this done in other cities,some with parking It is an idea to n same. tickets,where they try to clear the books. try to encourage people, ramifications are. He does not know what the full His idea is to look into it to see if it is feasible,and what the benefits are and the non-benefits, wants to look at both sides of the issue.' He Councilmember Serdy commented they could do it with library,fines. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 7 OF 17 n o Vice Mayor Eck asked if theywanttoencouragepeopletobeproactiveorwillitcomebackto haunt them. Mayor Insalaco commented he is having a problem with this. Councilmember Barker commented she does not have a problem with exploring the idea.n Vice Mayor Eck commented hedoesnoteither. Councilmember Barker commented the case that he gave is from Chandler, a woman who purchased^a home and was unaware that a bedroom or study had been added sans permit, appropriate information when she bought her home. It dealt with She had not gotten that Councilmember Coleman commented which we have had happen here. Councilmember Barker commented they-are caught between the buyer beware and the other portion of that. City Attorney Joel Stern commented under public safety towing request for proposals,it has been brought to his attention from a member of the publicthattheydidnotknowitissupposedtobeforonevendor. This talks about a request for proposals to select one vendor through the bid process, intent. He is not sure that is the council's n Councilmember Barker commented she was not aware that they were looking at a singlevendor.She thought they were looking at a bid process for all vendors so that we keep it a level playing field. City Attorney Joel Stern right afterstatedthelanguagecouldbeeasilyfixedby, request for proposal process,they put a period,deleting They would be to select one vendor through the bid process".He REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 8 OF 17 nn suggested they put "for towing services after process. rr before the .period and Councilmeinber Barker stated it would read "the reguest for proposal process for towing services". City Attorney Joel Stern stated that is correct.That would fix that. n Councilmember Barker commented everything is in here that the council had requested with the exception of that additional language. Councilmember Dietz commented he has an additional item in the internal issues category; research and possible consideration of amending the city tax code regarding a use tax and amending the city tax code regarding a city wastewater removal service tax. to take a look at the possibility and feasibility of doing those. those options. He would like He would like them added to the work plan to explore Mayor Insalaco closed the discussion with no further comments and called for a motion. Councilmember Dietz MOVED THAT THE COUNCIL WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 BE ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONS:THAT UNDER TOWING RFP,COUNCIL HAS EXPRESSED INTEREST IN IMPROVING AND STREAMLINING THE CURRENT VEHICLE TOWING PROCESS FOR POLICE-RELATED MATTERS.THE DISCUSSION WILL INCLUDE THE POSSIBILITY OF GOING THROUGH THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROCESS FOR TOWING SERVICES.AND,IN THE INTERNAL ISSUE CATEGORY,ADD RESEARCH AND POSSIBLE CONSIDERATION OF (1)AMENDING THE CITY'S TAX CODE REGARDING A CITY USE TAX AND (2)AMENDING THE CITY'S TAX CODE'REGARDING A CITY WASTEWATER REMOVAL SERVICE TAX. n Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 9 OF 17 n n The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS None. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF POSSIBLE CITY CODE MODIFICATIONS ALLOWING HOSPITALS TO PLACE PERMANENT SIGNAGE‘IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY OR ON PUBLIC EASEMENTS FOR IMPROVED VISIBILITY n Senior Planner RudyEsquiviasbriefedthecouncilontheitem. Councilmember Dietz commented it is a good deal as long as people can see where they need to go. Councilmember Barker asked if To her,that is that are not 24 hour it says 24 hour medical care in this, important.They have other "hospitals medical care. /r Senior Planner Rudy Esquiviasstatedhethinkstheycouldaddthatintothemotion,that theyaretalkingspecificallyabout24hourmedicalcarefacilities. Mayor Insalaco commented he does not think 24 hours is in there anywhere, the discussion with no further,comments and called for a motion. He then closed O Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT STAFF BE GIVEN THE FOLLOWING DIRECTION REGARDING POSSIBLE CITY CODE MODIFICATIONS ALLOWING HOSPITALS TO PLACE PERMANENT SIGNAGE IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY OR ON PUBLIC EASEMENTS FOR IMPROVED VISIBILITY:SPECIFICALLY THOSE OFFERING 24 HOUR MEDICAL CARE. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 10 OF 17 nn VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. REMOVAL OF JASON RUSSELL FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING,COMMISSION, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION,AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY;MANNER IN WHICH TO FILL THE VACANCIES INCLUDING DATE(S)FOR APPLICANT INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS; POSSIBLE APPOINTMENT OF INDIVIDUALS TO FILL THE VACANCIES )Mayor Insalaco asked what the council wanted to do.-They have talent bank applications already on file in their packets.He knows the Health and Human Services Commission position needs to be filled as soon as possible.He called for a motion for the Planning and Zoning Commission,and then stated they first have to remove Jason Russell. Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT JASON RUSSELL BE REMOVED FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION,THE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION,AND THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. Councilmember Wilson SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. n The motion carried. Councilmember Barker commented last night Councilmember Dietz suggested we do all of these appointments at one time and that we put out another call for talent bank applications because the applications that we have are,some of them,very old.She does not know if that is' something the entire council wants to do or not. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 11 OF 17 n n Councilmember Dietz commented it was also discussed last night where some of us wanted to make a few motions this evening to fill some vacancies. Vice Mayor Eck commented that honestly,when they made the motion 9 months ago or so he missed Tess Nesser.He had her as one of his appointments, not get reappointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission, is more than willing to take a look at the other people for the other boards as he knows they do get quite a few. several years of experience on Planning and Zoning and he thinks He MOVED TO APPOINT THERESA She did He nTesshas she will be very helpful as always. NESSER TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE OCTOBER 31,2012. Councilmember Coleman SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. Councilmember Dietz asked how soon the Health and Human Services Commission meets again. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated this is the time of year,once the budget has been approved.They convene to go over the funding requests and narrow down their choices.They meet with the applicants and then present their recommendations to you.This is their time. Councilmember Dietz asked if ntheyhavestarted. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated not yet as we have not been able to get a quorum. Councilmember Dietz asked where they are at right now since Mr.Russell has been removed. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly It is a five memberstatedwearedowntofouroffivemembers. commission;this would reduce it to four. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 12 OE 17 nn Councilmember Dietz commented it would be in our best interest to appoint another member of the Health and Human Services Commission. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated if they have a suitable applicant it would be very helpful to the commission. Councilmember Serdy commented he would like to see them get more applications and get some more people involved.We do have the same people on all the boards.Some boards do not meet very often,but he was under the impression that people should not really serve on multiple boards.He does not know if there is someway they can look into that in the future.He is just throwing that out for discussion. n Councilmember Coleman agreed with Councilmember Serdy. Vice Mayor Eck commented he agreed also,and asked if staff could go back to those that are on file and notify those people that there are positions coming up.He asked if we have a file from the last appointments. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated what they have in their packet are those that have expressed interest in the Planning and Zoning Commission,Health and Human Services Commission and Industrial Development Authority.We may have others on file that might have put down, the Board of Adjustment or Parks and Recreation,but those are not positions they are looking at for this time.n Councilmember Dietz commented We did just have asomeofthesetalentbanksareprettyold. new Citizen Leadership class graduate not too long ago. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated one of your applicants did include his Citizen Leadership Institute graduation certificate in there.If they look at the talent bank applications,on the back side,the final page,it says right on there that the talent bank applications are REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 13 OF 17 n n considered valid for two years, that are more than two years old. They do not have any in here Councilmember Barker commented she would like to nominate someone for the Health and Human Services Commission just to fill that out. Councilmember Dietz commented he thinks it is important they get that one done tonight,but he thinks they can wait on the Industrial Development Authority. October 31st is when the terms'expire on a lot of these people. W.e will'be going through the whole gamut of interviewing and advertising. n City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that is in process.Staff was waiting to see what they were going to do tonight to know what we might have to fill. Mayor Insalaco commented as Councilmember Barker stated,he would like to fill at least the Health and Human Services Commission tonight and the others can wait. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that would be very helpful. Councilmember Dietz commented that way they can get going and they can hold off on Industrial Development Authority until we go through the whole routine to fill'the others. Mayor Insalaco commented Mrs. Nesser will have to resign from the Board of Adjustment.n City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that will create two vacancies on the Board of Adjustment.That is why we held off on that particular press release. Mayor Insalaco called for a motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 14 OF 17 nn Councilmember Barker.MOVED THAT RANDY MULLEN BE APPOINTED TO THE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE OCTOBER 31,2012. Councilmember Coleman SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. n The motion carried. There was general discussion on the positions that needed to be filled tonight and in the future. Mayor Insalaco closed the discussion with no further comments and moved on to the next item. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS,AND PURPOSES Councilmember Dietz commented the executive session at 5:45 p.m.and work session at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,September 6,2010 have been cancelled due to- observance of the Labor Day Holiday.'He MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M.AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.BE HELD ON TUESDAY,SEPTEMBER 7,2010,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,RESPECTIVELY. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. CALL TO THE PUBLIC: Mr.Elliott Fisher,547 E.Quail,Apache Junction,addressed the council regarding constructing a parking lot/flea market with a roof top garden at the grand hotel property and his concern about the money being spent on the Greater Phoenix Economic Council contract. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 15 OF 17 n n ADJOURNMENT )Mayor Insalaco adjourned the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows: 1.Acceptance of Agenda. 2.Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of August 3,2010. 3.Approval of Minutes of Special Meeting of August 3,2010. 4.Consideration of contract renewal with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC)for economic development services and reappointment of Councilmember Serdy as the City of Apache Junction representative to the GPEC Board of Directors. n 5.Consideration of Proposed Resolution No.10-33,authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Arizona Early Childhood Development and Health Board's Pinal Regional Partnership Council for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 First Things First grant funds;and authorizing and directing staff to take all steps necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of this resolution. ACCEPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER,2010,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 7TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER,2010. nJOHNS.INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 16 OF 17 nn CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the CityCounciloftheCityofApacheJunction,Arizona,held on the 17th day of August,2010. was duly called and held and thatIfurther certify that the meeting a quorum was present. Dated this 20th day of August,2010.n KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk n REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 17,2010 PAGE 17 OF 17 nnCityofApacheJunction Home of the Superstition Mountains Ml Print TO:City Manager's Office Shane Kiesow,Pubiic Works Manager September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Budgeted Operational Item TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of approval of the purchase of a street sweeper through HGAC Contract #SW04-10. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Staff respectfully requests Council approval to purchase a PM-10 certified street sweeper to be reimbursed by a CongestionMitigationandAirQualitygrantawardedtotheCityonJune30,2010.Grant award is $173,000.00 with the remaining total tobepaidbytheCitynottoexceed$20,336.32.Total cost of the sweeper would be $193,336.32. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted Expenditure OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Approval. n ATTACHMENTS: Click to download □Street Sweeper Memo n n Public Works Department City of Apache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains n Date:September 7,2010 To:Mayor and Members of City Council Through George Hoffman,City Manager David Fern,Public Works Director From:Shane Kiesow,Public Works Manager Subject:Street Sweeper Purchase With the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 City operating budget,the followingreplacementstreetsweeperwasidentifiedandbudgetedforthePublicWorksDepartment. Consideration of approval for the purchase of street sweeper was discussed at the August 16,2010 City Council work session.Staff now seeks City Council approval to purchase the streetsweepertobereimbursedupto$173,000.00 by a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grantawardedtotheCityonJune30,2010.The remaining total paid by the City would be a not toexceedamountof$20,336.32 with the total cost of the sweeper being $193,336.32 includingtax.The recommended purchase of the sweeper would be through the HGAC cooperativecontract#SW04-10. n 575 E.Baseline Avenue,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 ♦Voice (480)982-1055 ♦FAX (480)983-5752 or (480)982-8005 o Cii^ofApache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains iSi Print TO:City Manager's Office R.Joel Stern,City Attorney September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Additional Item Outside Scope of Identified Council Priorities TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of Empioyment Agreement for City Attorney. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approvai DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The dty attorney and city council have negotiated a continuing employment agreement,all terms of which are incorporatedtherein.The only term that changed from the 2009 agreement was the inclusion of the automatic annual evaluation requirement.There are no salary or other monetary increases,as is the case with other contract and regular employees. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Approval.n ATTACHMENTS: Click to download □CA Employment Agreement n n EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH CITY ATTORNEY THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered Into this day of August,2010 by and between the CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,an Arizona municipalcorporation("City")and RICHARD JOEL STERN ("Employee")both of whom understand the following: oRECITALS WHEREAS,the Employee was appointed as City Attorney in August 1997;and WHEREAS,the Employee serves at the pleasure of the City Council of theCityofApacheJunction,Arizona (“Council”);and WHEREAS,Employee desires to continue to serve as the City Attorney;and WHEREAS,it is the desire of the parties ot amend the terms and conditions by which the City shall receive and retain the services of Employeeandtoprovideforhimtoremaininsuchemployment;to make possible fullworkproductivitybyassuringhispeaceofmindwithrespecttofuturesecurity;and to provide for terminating his services at such time as he may be unable tofullydischargehisdutiesandwhenCouncilmayotherwisedesiretoterminatehisemploy. AGREEMENT NOW,THEREFORE,in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained,the parties agree as follows:'n SECTION 1.DUTIES Council hereby agrees to employ Employee as City Attorney to assume the powers of and perform the functions and duties specified in the CityAttorneyjobdescriptiononfilewiththeHumanResourcesDivision. SECTION 2.AT-WILL STATUS A.Employee shall fulfill the powers,functions and duties of City AttorneyandshallserveatwillInthiscapacitysubjecttotheTermination provisions pursuant to Section 3,below- 1 nn B.Nothing in this Agreement shaii prevent,iimit or otherwise interfere with the right of City Councii to terminate the services of Employee at anytimesubjectonlytotheprovisionssetforthinSection3below. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent,limit or otherwise interfere with the right of Employee to resign at any time from his position as CityAttorney,subject only to the provisions set forth in Section 3 below. Employee agrees to remain in the exclusive employ of City and further agrees neither to accept other employment nor to become employed byanyotheremployerwithoutCouncilapproval,or until this Agreement isterminated. C. n D. SECTION 3.TERMINATION /RESIGNATION A.In the event the City Council desires to terminate this Agreement with Employee,an affirmative vote of five (5)or more members of the Council at any regular meeting or special meeting is required.A lump sumpaymentequaltosix(6)months of Employee’s then current aggregate salary,the value of City paid dental and life insurance premiums for six (6)months,and also six (6)months’equivalent of City’s 401A Profit Sharing contribution will be paid to Employee,in addition to all accrued vacation and sick leave at 100%value,plus the actual costof full COBRA health benefits for the period of six (6)months;These amounts are deemed as fully earned at the time any termination decision is made official.Employee shall sign a Waiver and Release of all claims and causes of action against the City in order to process this pay out provision. In the event Employee resigns on his own volition.Employee shall be paid all of his accrued salary,vacation and sick leave,all at 100%value, but will not be paid any other payments as referenced in subsection (A). However,if he resigns,he shall give Councii ninety (90)calendar days’ written notice of such resignation.Council may choose to accept and effectuate his resignation before the end of the ninety (90)calendar dayperiod,in which case it shalj pay Employee a lump sum cash payment equal to his unpaid accrued salary,vacation and sick leave,all at 100% value,through and to Employee’s initially announced last day. In the event Employee is terminated because of a conviction relating to any felony or loss of license to practice law in the State of Arizona, Council shall have no obligation to make any extra payment referenced insubsection(A)except for all of Employee’s accrued salary,vacation and sick leave at 100%value.Councii reserves the right to suspend any payment referenced in subsection (A)while felony charges are pending, or during any proceedings which involve a felony conviction or which B. n c. 2 n n would result in the loss of the license to practice law in the State of Arizona. SECTION 4.SALARY A.City agrees to pay Employee One Hundred Twelve Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty Seven Dollars and Forty One Cents ($112,767.41)perannumforservices,payable in installments at the same time as other employees of the City are paid.Employee and City may negotiateadditionalcompensationandbenefittermsastheydeemfitatanytimethisAgreementisineffect,however,the Council shall conduct an evaluation of Employee starting in April of each year thisAgreementisineffect. City shall also pay Employee any Cost of Living,Base WageAdjustmentoranyothergeneralincreasewhichIspassedand adopted by the City Council applicable to hll City employees at anytimewhenthisAgreementisIneffect. SECTIONS.AUTOMOBILE City will provide Employee with a late model automobile for all City-related business on a twenty-four (24)hour basis.The automobile may be usedtodrivetoandfromwork,but not for personal use other than transportation toandfromwork.Due to the confidential nature of Employee’s position,theMayorandCityCouncilherebyexemptthisvehiclepursuanttoA.R.S.§38-538.03(B)from the marking requirements of A.R.S.§38-538(B).The City willalsoprovide,at no cost to Employee,insurance,registration,repairs andmaintenance,and gasoline. SECTION 6. n B. OTHER SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS A.Vacation Leave.Employee shall on a Fiscal Year basis,accrue thirty (30)days of vacation.On September 1®‘each year this Agreement is in effect.City shall pay Employee the equivalent cash value of Employee’sthencurrenthourlyrateofanyaccruedvacationinexcessofOne Hundred (100)hours. Sick Leave.Employee shall on an annual basis accrue twelve (12)daysofsickleave.In addition,on September 1®‘each year this Agreement is ineffect.City shall convert two hundred fifty (250)hours of Employee’saccruedsickleaveIntoalumpsumcashpaymentandprovidesuchpaymenttoEmployeeatEmployee’s then current hourly rate. n B. 3 nn c.Notification.Employee shall notify Mayor and Council of any planned or unplanned absences from the office which exceed five (5)consecutive work days. Other Benefits.All action taken by Council relating to fringe benefits for employees in the executive ranges shall be considered actions granting the same benefits to Employee.The term “fringe benefits”include but are not limited to vacation,sick leave,holidays,retirement,health, dental,vision,long-term disability and life insurance.City shall also payEmployee’s annual state and federal active bar memberships. Professional Dues and Seminar Costs.Within the departmental budget. City will pay for all seminars and educational programs which relate to municipal issues and those which assist the City Attorney in the performance of his duties. F.Deferred Compensation.Employee may contribute to City’s approved Deferred Compensation 457 Plan the maximum amount aliovyable under I.R.S.rules and regulations during each calendar year this Agreement is in effect.Per each Fiscal Year this Agreement is in effect.City shall contribute on behalf of Employee an amount equal to the then current maximum allowable 457 Plan amount (under I.R.S.rules and regulations) into the City’s approved 401(A)Profit Sharing Plan identified below.This City-paid contribution shall be in addition to any 401(A)Profit Sharing Plan contribution the City has agreed to pay to Employee as otherwise set forth in subsection (G)below. D. n E. G.ICMA 401(A)Profit Sharing Plan.During each Fiscal Year this Agreement is in effect.City shall contribute on behalf of Employee Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00)into the ICMA 401(A)Profit Sharing Plan.Employee shall be vested in all contributions at the time the City deposits its first contribution into the Plan on behalf of theEmployee.Nothing in this paragrajsh restricts additional Employee contributions into the ICMA 401 (A)Profit Sharing Plan. n H.Life Insurance Supplement.In addition to standard City-provided life insurance.City shall on August 15**'of every year this Agreement is in effect reimburse Employee a supplemental life insurance annual premium not to exceed Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00). SECTION 7.INDEMNIFICATION City shall defend,save harmless and indemnify Employee against any tort,professional liability claim or demand or any other legal action,whether groundless or otherwise,arising out of any alleged act or omission occurring in the course and scope of performance of Employee's functions and duties.City 4 n O will compromise and settle any such claim or suit and pay the amount of all settlements or judgments rendered against Employee and/or City . SECTION 8.OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS Council,in consultation with Employee,shall fix any such other terms and conditions of employment,as it may determine from time to time,relating to the performance of Employee,provided such terms and conditions are not inconsistent with or conflict with the provisions of this Agreement,the Apache Junction City Code,or any other statute,ordinance or regulation. n SECTION 9.NOTICES Notices pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and be given by:1) personal delivery by the party or their agent;or 2)deposit in the custody of the United States Postal Service,postage prepaid,return receipt requested,orprivatesectorovernightorone-day service and addressed as follows or as such address may be changed from time to time upon notice to the other: Mayor John Insalaco City of Apache Junction 300 East Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction,AZ 85119 City: Employee:Richard Joel Stern 2625 North Nodak Road Apache Junction,AZ 85119 SECTION 10.ATTORNEY FEES In the event it becomes necessary for either party to bring legal action to enforce any provision of th|s Agreement,the parties agree that the prevailingpartyshallbeentitledtoattorneyfees. n SECTION 11.ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties.Nootherpromises,representations,warranties,or covenants have been relied on by either party in executing this Agreement. SECTION 12.ASSIGNMENT This Agreement is not assignable by either City or Employee. 5 nn SECTION 13.SEVERABILITY If any section,paragraph,clause or provision of this agreement shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable,the invalidity or unenforceability of such section,paragraph,clause or provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions of this agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,City and Employee have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written.n EMPLOYEE By:. Date Richard J.Stern CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, an Arizona municipal corporation By:. Date John S.Insalaco,Mayor ATTEST: Kathleen Connelly,City Clerk n 6 n nCityofApache]unchon Home of the Superstition Mountains Print TO:City Manager's Office Nick Blake,Parks Superintendent September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: Agenda Type: Councii Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Budgeted Operational Item TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of award of Bid PR-10-1 for the landscape maintenance of Renaissance Point,Arroyo,Verde,Phelps DrivePhasesIandII,Ironwood Cove,Royal Palm Rd.,Ironwood Dr.Exit,Goidfield Rd.Exit and Tomahawk Rd.Exit in an amountnottoexceed$78,535.60. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approvai DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Five responses were received to the proposal by the August 12,2010 deadline.Staff respectfuliy request council approveawardofbidtoSommersetLandscapingforthelowestresponsiblebidintheamountof$78,535.60. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted Expenditure OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Award of Bid to Sommerset Landscaping for a total of $78,535.60. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download n n ROLL CALL VOTE f NOTES: wn ITEM#MEETING OF MOTION BY:SECONDED BY: ABSTAINED/YES NO \7COUNCILMEMBERBARKER COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ 7VICEMAYORECK COUNCILMEMBER SERDY MAYOR INSALACO ■n ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSEDUNANIMOUS TOTAL nn n n CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS NO.1-5 I MOVE THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED;AND THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN FOR THE PURCHASE OF A STREET SWEEPER FROM H &E EQUIPMENT SERVICES THROUGH HGAC CONTRACT #SW04-10 IN THE AMOUNT OF $193,336.32,WITH $173,000.00 OF THE TOTAL BEING FROM A CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY GRANT AWARDED TO THE CITY JUNE 30,2010 AND AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,336.32 BEING PAID BY THE CITY;AND •n THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN FOR THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY ATTORNEY AND THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION;AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT;AND V THAT THE AWARD OF BID FOR PR-10-1,LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE OF RENAISSANCE POINT,ARROYO VERDE,PHELPS DRIVE PHASES I AND II, IRONWOOD COVE,ROYAL PALM RD.,IRONWOOD DR.EXIT,GOLDFIELD RD.EXIT AND TOMAHAWK RD.EXIT,BE AWARDED TO SOMMERSET LANDSCAPING IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $78,535.60. n nCityofApacheJunction Home of the Superstition Mountains ^Print TO:City Manager’s Office George Hoffman,City Manager September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: MANAGER'S REPORT. ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: n ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available n n PUBLIC HEARING For APPLICATION FOR A NEW LICENSE,LIMITED LIABILITY CO.,SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR APACHE MINI MART Will CITY CLERK KATHLEEN CONNELLY speak to the Council? 1. 2. Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item? Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) 3. 4. If not,this hearing is closed.5. Is there any discussion?6. 7.Call for a motion. 8.Call for a second. 9.Roll call vote. .n n n City ofApache Junction m iSi Print TO:City Manager's Office Kathy Conneily,City Cierk September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type: Councii Priority Focus Area: Reguiar Agenda Required by Federai Law or State Statute TiTLE OF AGENDA iTEM: APPLICATION FOR A NEW LICENSE,LIMITED LIABILITY CO.,SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR APACHE MINI MART. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: This public hearing is the next step in the process for liquor license approval.The council shall make a recommendation forapprovalordenialtobeforwardedtotheArizonaDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl. This location was previously Lucky Liquor. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES- n RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: CHek to download Q cover memo Q application D application part P Q notice D applicant ietter 0 department memo D planning recommendation Q police recommendation D fire recommendation nri Home of the Superstition Mountains n AUGUST 26,2010 MEMORANDUM TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS THROUGH:GEORGE R.HOFFMAN.CITY MANAGER THROUGH:KATHLEEN CONNELLY,CITY CLERK JAN MASON,DEPUTY CITY CLERKFROM: SUBJECT:AGENDA ITEM FOR SEPTEMBER 7,2010: APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR LICENSE FOR APACHE MINI MART An application for a New License,Limited Liability Company,Series 10 Liquor LicensehasbeensubmittedbyMr.Mahmud A.Aujani for Apache Mint Mart located at 2925 W. Superstition in Apache Junction. Correspondence has been received from the planning department,police department andfiredistrict,a copy of which is attached.The next step in the procedure is for the CityCounciltoholdapublichearingontheapplicationandmakearecommendationfor approval or denial to be forwarded to the State Department of Liquor Licenses andControl. n •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •vvww.ajcity.net300E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 n n .riArizonaDepiPtraentofLiquorLijetflqs and ControlSO&Wes|^^'^hingtpn;^g^f^d|-I I ..-AeRLIGA-TlolLFORbtQOGfeLtGENSEv, ^TYPE OR FRiNT WITH BLACK INK ^ Notice;Effective Nov.1,1997.All Qwnsjs.Aaohts.;Partrier5.'St ockh'olders.Officers orWlanaaers actiyottfi iiivowed inithsdavto day operations of the business must attend a Dapartmeiitiappcofed liquor law,irain1ng eQtii:se'Sr provide procif.of att2ndanci»within the last five years.See [Hge 5 oftheLiquorLicensingrequirements.-Sn.'/ SECTION 1 This application is»fdr%;. □INTERIM PERMIT Complete Section 5 ,,.JSS NEW LICENSE Complete SecGons 2,-5,4,13,''U,'l5,"iS•□PERSON TRANSFER (Bars &Liqu5t:;Store3 ONLY)Complete Sections 2,3,4,f1,13,4S-16*□LOCATION TRANSFER (Bars and UquofEiorks ONLY)>Complete Sections 2,3,4,i12’d3,J5,16-’I '□PROBATEM/ILLASSIGNMENT/DlvdROE DEb^Ek;Complete Sections 2,3,4;'9;13,1'6 (fee-Qo!liquirei^’□GOVERNMENT Complete Sections 2,3,4,10,l‘3,1-5 IS'"; SECTION 3 Type of license and fees 1.Type of License:3e€rtuJ;r]t!tjd _APPLICATION FEE 'AND INTERIM PERMIT FEES (IF APPLICABLE)ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. The fees allowed under A.R.S.44-6852 will be charged for all dishonored checks. & m ^f .'SECTION 2 Type of ownership:n ii”/m'/D,J T.W R.O.S.Comp/efe Section 6 □INDIVIPUAI Complete Section 6 ,□PAF^JIsERSHIP Complete Section 6Q.GORFQfwTlON Complete Section 7StlPliTEDLIABILITYCO.Complete Section 7CLUB-Obmp/ete Section 8'TO G6Vfii#11vfENT Complete Section 10 TRUST Complete Section 6 "O OTHER Explain t iC iO/('i>7o5LICENSE#: 1,,Department Use Only , 2.Total fees attached:$ r- a SECTION 4 Applicant ft dUja ^i Last f Mrstrc^-eA j-/aY LLc(Exaciiy 'as ((appears on Articles of Inc.or Articles of Org.) •^f (Exactlyas It appears on the exterior of premises) 3 1.Owner/Agent's Name: (Insert one name ONLY to appear on license) 2.Cdrp./Partnership/L.L.C.: j Middle 3.Business Name: W-(\IdA (Do use PO Box Number)City "'Coiiniy/Z3r7/z/y>P^Daytime Contact:Xfj /6.is the business located within the incorporated limits of the above city or town?JQYES DNO7.Mailing Addressi^f^c57Y4 ,A^'^Z- 8.Enter the amount paid for a bar,beer and wine,or II^ot store licenses /‘A'5^'o £> 4.Principal Street Location f Zipn5.Business Phone: (Price of License only) DEPARTMENT USE ONLY /ooFees: Finger Prints $Application Interim Permit Agent Change Club TOTAL OF ALL FEES J^ES □NOIsArizonaStatementofCitizenship&Alien Status For State Benefits complete? /W.rTAcceptedby:Date:Lie.# ^Disabled individuals requiring special accommodation,please call (602)542-9027.Lie 0100 0Sf20D9 1 nn SECTION 5 Interim Permit: 1.tf you intend to operate business when your application is pending you will need an Interim Permit pursuant to A R S. 4-203.01, 2.There MUST be a valid license of the same type you are applying for currently issued to the location. 3.Enter the license number currently at the location.. 4.Is the license currently in use?□YES □NO If no,how long has it been out of use?. ATTACH THE LICENSE CURRENTLY ISSUED AT THE LQCATiON TO THIS APPUCATION. declare that!am the CURRENT OWNER,AGENT,CLUB MEMBER,PARTNER,O(Print full name) MEMBER,STOCKHOLDER,OR LICENSEE (circle the title which applies)of the stated license and location. State of County of The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ^day of , (Sgnature) My commission expires on;Day Month Year (Signature of NOTARY PUBLIC). SECTION 6 Individual or Partnership Owners: EACH PERSON LISTED MUST SUBMrT A COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE {FORM LJC0101),AN "APPLICANr TYPE FINGERPRINT CARD,AND $24 PROCESSING FEEFOREACHCARD. 1.Individual: Last First Middle %Owied Mailing Address City State Zip Partnership Name:(Only the first partner listed will appear on license) General-Limited Last First Middle %Owned Mailing Address City Slate Zip □□ □□n □□ □□ (ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET IF NECESS.ARY) 2.Is any person,other than the above,going to share in the profrts/losses of the business?□YES □NOIfYes,give name,cument address and telephone number of the person(s).Use additional sheets if necessary Mailing AddressLastFirstMiddle City,Stale,Zip Telephone# 2 SECTION 7 Corporation/Lf^^Ltabilify Co.: EACH PERSON USTED MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED OUESHOWNAIRE (FORM UCOIDIi ANFEEFOREACHCARD. □CORPORATION Complete ques^ons 1,2,3,5,6,7,and 8. L.L.C.Complete 1,2,4,5.6,7,and 8. Nameof Corporation/LL.C.:Ceni^//\f'f it appears on .Artides of Incorporation or Aflicieslif ORjanization) incorporated/Organized;^Incorporated/Organized; -AZ Corporation Commission File Date authorized to do business iAZLLC.Fife No:}^~((c>O^H3 Ip —V ■ ■APPLICANT”TYPE FINGERPRINT CARD.AND S24 PROCESSING LLc1 (Exactly 2.Date 3.inAZ: 4.Date authorized to do business in AZ:-2.Z-—/<9 5.Is Corp./LL,C.Non-profit?□YES igNO List ail directors,officers and members in Corporation,a..L.C.: Middle 6,n Last Rrsl Tilie Mailinq Address City Stale Zip ftjdAj2J^j M^knud /I '(ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET IF NECESSARY) 7.List stockholders who are controlling persons or who own 10%or more-First Middle %Owned Mailing Address City State Zip i-&u-eenA <- {ATTACH ADDmONtAL SHEET fF NECESSARY)~ is owned by another entity,attach a percentage of ownership chart,and a director/officer/memberatsclosurefortheparententity.Attach additional sheets as needed in order to disclose personal identities of all SECTtON 8 Club Applicants: ^'eACH^WR'a MUSTSUBMIT a completed questionnaire (FORM UC0101),AN "APPLICANT"TYPE FINGERPRINT CARD.AND $24 PROCESSING FEE 1.Name of Club: owners. n Date Chartered: (Attacli a copy of Club Charter or Bylaws)(Exactly as it appears on Club Charter or Bylaws) 2.Is Club non-profit?□YES □NO 3.List officer and directors; Last First Middle Title Mailing Address City Slate Zip (ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET IF NECESSARY)3 nn SECTION 9 Probate,Will Assignment or Divorce Decree of an existing Bar of Liquor Store License: 1.Current Licensee's Name; (Exactly as it appears on license) 2.Assignee's Name: MiddleLastFirst Middle Date of Last Renewal: Last First 3.License Type: 4.ATTACH TO THIS APPLICATION A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE WILL,PROBATE DISTRIBUTION INSTRUMENT,OR DIVORCE DECREE THAT SPECIFICALLY DISTRIBUTES THE LIQUOR LICENSE TO THE ASSIGNEE TO THIS APPLICATION. License Number SECTION 10 Government:(for cities,towns,or counties only) 1.Governmental Entity:n 2.Person/designee: Last First Middle Contact Phone Number A SEPARATE UCENSE MUST BE OBTAINED FOR EACH PREMISES FROM WHICH SPlRtTUOUS LIQUOR IS SERVED. SECTION 11 Person to Person Transfer: Questions to be completed by CURRENT LICENSEE (Bars and Liquor Stores ONLY-Series 06,07,and 09). Entity:1.Current Licensee's Name: (Exactly as it appears on license) 2.Corporation/L.L.C,Name: Last First Middle (Indiv.,Agent,etc.) (Exactly as it appears on license) 3.Current Business Name: (Exactly as it appears on license) 4.Physical Street Location of Business:Street City,State,Zip 5.License Type: 6,Current Mailing Address: (Other than business) License Number Street City,State,Zip 7.Have all creditors,lien holders,interest holders,etc.been notified of this transfer?□YES □NO 8.Does the applicant intend to operate the business while this application is pending?DYESDNO if yes,complete Section .5 of this application,attach fee,and current license to this application.n 9.I.hereby authorize the department to process this application to transfer the (print full name) privilege of the license to the applicant,provided that ail terms and conditions of sale are met.Based on the fulfillment of theseconditions,I certify that the applicant now owns or will own the property rights of the license by the date of issue. declare that I am the CURRENT OWNER,AGENT,MEMBER,PARTNER(print full name) STOCKHOLDER,or LICENSEE of the stated license.I have read the above Section 11 and confirm that all statementstrue,correct,and complete.are State of County of The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this(Signature of CURRENT LICENSEE) day of Day Month YearMycommissionexpireson: (Signature of NOTARY PUBUC) 4 SECTION 12 Location to Loc.on Transfer:(Bars and Liquor Stores ONLY) APPUCANTS cannot operate under a LOCATfOH TRANSFER UNTIL IT IS APPRO'v'ED BY THE STATE. n 1.Current Business; (Exactly as it appears on iicense) Name Address 2.New Business; (Physical Street Location) Name Address 3.License Type:License Number: 4.What date do you plan to move?What date do you plan to open?n SECTION 13 Questions for all in-state applicants excl restaurant licenses (series 5.11.and 121: AR.S.§4-207 (A)and (B)state that no retailer’s license shall be issued for any premises which are at the time the license application is received by the director,w'ithin three hundred (300)horizontal feet of a church,within three hundred (300)horizontal feet of a public or private school building with kindergarten programs or grades one (1)through (12)or within three hundred (300)horizonal efei of a fenced recreational area adjacent to such school building. The above paragraph DOES NOT apply to: and a)Restaurant license (§4-205.02} b)Hotel/motel iicense (§4-205.01) c)Government license {§4-205.03) d)Fencsd.playing area of a golf course (§4-20?{B)(5)} /'/Mt'/e.Address //u//?/u■^City,state,Zip ^^ '^^‘’/^ddress City,state,Zip/V](?7L;.44 jixAxc^ofJ 1.Distance to nearest school:ft.Name of school ■z^ 2.Distance to nearest church:ft.Name of church □Lessee □Sublessee H.Owner Q Purchaser (of premises)3.1 am the; 4.If the premises is leased give lessors:Name_ Address City,State,Zip What is the remaining length of the lease yrs.4a.Monthly rental/lease rate $_ 4b.What is the penalty if the iease is not fulfilled?$:. mos. n or other (give details -atta3 additional sheet if necessary) 5.What is the total business indebtedness for this license/location excluding the lease?$_ Please list debtors below if applicable. Last First Amount OwedMiddle Mailing Address City Stale Zip (ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET IF NECESSARY) 6.What type of business will this license be used for (be specific)?C.^f x~ c no SECTION 13 -continued 7.Has a license or a transfer license for the premises on this application been denied by the state within the past one (1)year? n YES ^NO If yes,attach explanation. 8.Does any spirituous liquor manufacturer,wholesaler,or employee have any interest in your business?□YES ^NO 9.Is the premises currently licensed with a liquor license?□YES NO If yes,give license number and licensee's name: License #_(exactly as it appears on license)Name SECTION 14 Restaurant or hotel/motel license applicants: 1.Is there an existing restaurant or hotel/motel liquor license at the proposed location?□YES □NOIfyes,give the name of licensee,Agent or a company name:n and license #:Last First Middle 2.if the answer to Question 1 is YES,you may qualify for an Interim Permit to operate while your application is pending;consultA.R.S.§4-203.01;and complete SECTION 5 of this application. 3.All restaurant and hotel/motei applicants must complete a Restaurant Operation Plan (Form LIC0114)provided by theDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl. 4.As stated in A.R.S,§4-205,02.G.2,a restaurant is an establishment which derives at least 40 percent of its gross revenuefromthesaleoffood.Gross revenue is the revenue derived from all sales of food and spirituous liquor on the licensed premises.By applying for this □hotel/motel □restaurant license,t certify that I understand that 1 must maintain a minimum of 40 percent food sales based on these definitions and have included the Restaurant Hotel/Motel Records Required for Audit (form LIC 1013)with this application. applicant's signature As stated in A.R.S §4-205.02 (B),I understand it is my responsibility to contact the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control to schedule an inspection when all tables and chairs are on site,kitchen equipment,and,if applicable,patio barriersareinplaceonthelicensedpremises.With the exception of the patio barriers,these items are not required to be properlyinstalledforthisinspection.Failure to schedule an inspection will delay issuance of the license.If you are not ready for yourinspection90daysafterfilingyourapplication,please-request an extension in writing,specify why the extension is necessary,and the new inspection date you are requesting.To schedule your site inspection visit www.azliq.uor.gov and click on the “Information"tab. applicants initials SECTION 15 Diagram of Premises:(Blueprints not accepted,diagram must be on this form) 1.Check ALL boxes that apply to your business: 21 Entrances/Exits □Service windows ES Liquor storage areas 12 Drive-in windows Patio:□Contiguous □Non Contiguous n 2.Is your licensed premises currently closed due to construction,renovation,or redesign?12 YESIfyes,what is your estimated opening date?e»y /tSo /‘montn/day/year Restaurants and hotel/motel applicants are required to draw a detailed floor plan of the kitchen and dining areas includingthelocationsofailkitchenequipmentanddiningfurniture.Diagram paper is provided on page 7, □NO 3. 4,The diagram (a detailed floor plan)you provide is required to disclose only the area(s)where spiritous liquor is to besold,served,consumed,dispensed,possessed,or stored on the premises unless it is a restaurant (see #3 above). Provide the square footage or outside dimensions of the licensed premises.Please do not include non-Iicensed premises,such as parking lots,living quarters,etc. As stated in A.R.S.§4-207.01(6),I understand it is my responsibility to notify the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control when there are changes to boundaries,entrances,exits,added or deleted doors,windows or servicewindows,or increase or decrease to the square footage after submitting this initial drawing. 5. applicants initials6 n o I Mahmud Aujani declare that the prem.ises located at 2925 WSuperstitionBlvd,Apache Junction,Arizona is not within threehundred(300)horizontal feet of a church,within three hundred (300)nonzontai feet of a public or private school building withkindergartenprogramsorgradesone(1)through twelve (12)orwithinthreehundred(300)horizontal feet of a fenced recreationalareaadjacenttosuchschoolbuilding. n i (n4.In this diagram please showC^y the area where spirituous liquor is'v.be sold,served,consumed, dispensed,possessed or stored,it must show all entrances,exits,interior waifs,bars,bar stools, hi-top tables,dining tables,dining chairs,the kitchen,dance floor,stage,and game room.Do not include parking lots,living quarters,etc.When completing diagram,North is up T. If a legible copy of a rendering or drav/ing of your diagram of premises is attached to this application,piease write the words “diagram attached”in box provided below. '■'*vr n rs 2§:. SECTION 16 Signature Block h Mm rl.Au.\ar\I n,hereby declare that I am the OWNER/AGENT filing this ‘4,Question 1.I have read this application and verify all statements to be (print full name of applicant) application as statedjn ^ecti true,correct and c fete. —,(signature of applicant listecf in Section 4,Question 1) X County of,.HAg-tCO'PAStateof The foregoing instrument was acknowrledged before me this 2j0\0of6n^Day M Year si^ture of NOTARY f?^LIC My commission expires on ; Da/ 1^^.OFFICtAlSEALJACOBCMLLEWIS NOTARY PUBLIC-ARIZONA PINAL COUNTt'■bgpX Comm Expires Jan.4,2012 7 n n SiipsrstitiftB Bird H EntranicisBEegistar / Pi»d Dri'y*Thra »iados tttai n Itaft PispJif t Brivt tBru c_, Beer t elee Feeced Pitio r'l 3 n n■n* M <k»3ad.^Bi£!£L 11 M1L57I35JJH1?iiis,L-{4"^k"H ^Oipnlsilisii^Orescent F9inl{|fU£ Tim vaimigiBui,fir tie psrpQiS ctf finfilmi«itoiitHi Uibilt^Cacnp^niiiaf tia Maena LhnXci)UnUlllr C«ngm>F ^{!>«'M*}i hereby niitn^4dai(raikds»si^fihuths ArtfchiofgiipinfaatKiii: n MHiiue ilifr name'Qf ttM LJtnItBd Lkbll^QoMiiiwy is Oascam tacctw]le i790w.0esirt HlaDchw,CbeanCi^ASSSM3. MnOE ih Rssfssaed^eni liitnaiitf of the UmltHf U^ltif Oownpeny's ri|^red«pe!t III the stats oTAEtmita M MohmiKjAuleii.ni»^*i4dreH*s ITSO W.O^m HtS?Drfws,Gpew LiJ O JC] th*undfl(%i«i IndMduil hsyhtgbistridMpttfiidtaeet asSsutut^wy Agent hereby lna»niane»t^ogneent*to let Im tM oip*^ontl rennaf «- fhBAitmn9feviR«)«atute. sij.-'l Mahmud AimaEiHt nvmm Ihe Umttid uiiilty Compiny frialf hmperpetuiictiaaiKft. ARTIClEIVi UnapniBirt: nManBgEynmtOftheIJmltMlitihntvCompinybresEniidtoliHfl)iinb«r. AimClE V:Miirw and Addnots of thfl MamfaBr Thtmm end eddraarfUia M«i*H-oftiKUnit«<i UeMUtyConuMnybKfpaMH:I IIAaAiflud Appnl ill WTm&WHERIECF,tie Utderi gnyri h«herBuitD 1790 W.Desert HbDrMi^auMn CmtAZ 03242 mtlal^diy^or U/ MihniiidAuliai n n ARfZOWA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES &CONTROL 800 W Washington 5th FloorPhoenixAZ85007-2934 ^402)542-514M iS5£=^^^gi=&,^add'T CONTROLLING PERSON,AGe/^^^--P •fingerprint card \nhich may se o£riENi-OROtMENT AGENCY OR A FINGERPRINTING SERVICE^ Effective 10/01/07 there is a $24.00 processing fee for aach finasfftrinf card .=;MhmilfArl Ihejges atlpwed by A.R.S.,S 44-6852 will he chi^med for ail dishonomrf '' n DN.eOMPLElING THIS FORM MUST SUBMIT AJ-i '•ING MUST BE DONE BY A BONA FIDE LAWRTMENTDOESMQIPROVIDETHISSERVICE \Liquor License # /0l('b7j>2> (If the location is currently licensed) □Manager (Only)(Complete All Questions except #14,14a &21)Controlling Person or Agent must complete #21 1.Check Controlling Person HAgent(Complete Questions^9)^j Controlling Person or Agent must complete #21 for a Manager~hniiir-l appropriatebox 22.Name; Date of BirtiFirstMiddle..‘"—(.NOT a Public Record), IState: •jt:^ O'3 .Social Security Number Drivers License (NU)a.pubifcrsCCre) City Stat^F □Single ^Warned □Divorced □Widowed )7 ^Last a public recoi4.Place of Birth:^^,Height:51^Weight;Eyes:Country (not county)^—Hair 5.Marifal Status 6.Name of Current or Most Recent Spouse;(List all for last 5 years -Use additional sheet if necessary) 7,You are a bona fide resident of whaS state? Daytime Contact Phone: /¥./faf'i't Date o1 Rrsi Middle 'Maiden (ISMiVUllllI!Fecor4| If Arizona,date of residency:/d C!>-0 B Telephone number to contact you during business hours for any questions regarding this document.4/#^Z 7 ^9.If you have been an Arizona resident cfr less than three (3)months,submit a copy of your Arizona driver's license or_vote.r registration card. ______Premises Phone; 11.Physical Location of Licensed Premises Address:ArrF’. Street Address (Do not PO Box #)12 List your employment or tv 10.Name of Licensed Premises: Li Zipleofbusinessduringthepastfive(SDfearsJfunernployed part of the SmI,ifet thcfeeWig’V'lSt mn«f i.r EMPLOYER’S NAME OR NAME OF BUSINESS (Street address,oily,stale &zip) n FROM MonthWear TO DESCRIBE POSITION OR BUSINESSMonthATear jjnjnfb^^d Dk-rza^t. 13 """"""'NESiiSwVrOR EITHER SlS^IOrt '' FROM years: TO Rent or Own RESIDENCE Street Address jf ernted,attach addiiional sheet wih name,address and phone number of landlordMonthlyearMonthfYear City State a£./i?/i?L>J79o iaJ./^r•h-^i^m^rK /{\!e CURRENT C>uOV\ MaJ .&2^Z- .gr/21illm(ekk.bcOi/ UC0101 9/24/2009 Disabled individuals requiring special accommodations,please call the Department (602)542-9027 nn If you checked the Manager box on the front of this form skip to #15 jglYES DNO ^YES DNO 14.As a Controlling Person or Agent,will you be physically present and operating the licensed premises?If you answered YES,how many hrs/dav?/^/.and answer #!4a below.If NO,skip to #15. 14a.Have you attended a DLLC-approved Liquor Law Training Course within the past 5 years?(Must provide proof) If the answer to #14a is “NO”,course must be completed before issuance of a new license or approval on an existing license. 15.Have you been detained,cited,arrested,indicted or summoned into court for violation of ANY law or ordinance,regardless of the disposition,even if dismissed or expunged,within the past ten (10)years (include only traffic violations that were alcohol and/or drug related)? □YESJ^NO 16.Are there ANY administrative law citations,compliance actions or consents,criminal arrest,indictments or summonses PENDING against you or ANY entity in which you are now involved?□YES i^NO n 17.Have you or any entity in which you have held ownership,been an officer,member,director or manager EVER had a business,professional or liouor aPDlication or license rejected,denied,revoked,suspended or fined in this or any other state? □YES 1^NO □YES !2!NO18.Has anyone EVER filed suit or obtained a judgment against vou.the subject of which involved fraud or misrepresentation? (gYES ONO1,miNOW'orY held ownership,been a controlling person,been an officer,member, or manager on ahv other liquor license in this or any other jylu.! If any answerWiQuestidns 15 th’rouglW&fB “YES’’YOU MlreTaft^h a iianed stafemerit. Give complete details including dates,agencies involved,and dispositions. SUBSTANTIVE CHANGES TO THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED (• t full name of A^icant)1 this qufirltionnaire and all statements are true,correct and complete. hereby declare that 1 am the APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVEI.; filing this questionnaire.I hi n MAgtCOPAStateofXCountyof I Applicant)OFFICIAL SEW. JACOB CML LEWIS NOTARY PUBUC -ARIZONA PINAL COUNTY tftonnL&pires Jan.4,2012 The foregoing instrument ws acknowledged before me this day of Signature of NOTAR'^f/SsLIC) .7-010 Year (■n(2- Day Month Year COMPLETE THIS SECTION ONLY IF YOU ARE A CONTROLLING PERSON OR AGENT APPROVING A MANAGER’S APPLICATION 21.The applicant hereby authorizes the person named on this questionnaire to act as.manager for the named liquor license. The manager named must be at least 21 years of age. State of County of The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this X day ofSignatureof,Controlling Person or Agent (circle one)Month Year (Signature of NOTARY PUBLIC)Print Name My co.nnmission expires on: Day Month Year ■Inn !; tF/c>(p M A^mvJC ^ai/^h f^rfy)ers3^20 /fuc^ Mmna?fp(/5 Jdd ppm y^'3 :’<i^n t I •!rr> c ■;i??:- o ll9(L(iIwust mp'ikf €rW^% r^ 7-' 07 V n i 1 \ nn ‘nrFT ARIZONA STATEMENT OF CITIZENSHIP AND ALIEN STATUS FOR STATE PUBLIC BENEFITS Professional License and Commercial License Department of Liquor Licenses and Control n Liquor License #; LL C (as listed,on the current liquor license application or renewal application) Title rv of the federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (the "Act"),8 U.S.C.§1621,provides that,with certain exceptions,only United States citizens.United States non-citizen nationals,non-exempt "qualified aliens"(and sometimes only particular categories of qualified aliens),nonimmigrants,and certain aliens paroled into the United States are eligible to receive state or local public benefits.With certain exceptions,a professional license and commercial license issued by a State agency is a State publicbenefit. Ownership Name: Arizona Revised Statutes §1-501 requires,in general,that a person applying for a license must submitdocumentationtothelicensingagencythatsatisfactorilydemonstratesthattheapplicantislawfullypresentinthe United States. Directions:AH applicants must complete Sections I,Jl,and IV.Applicants who are not U.S.citizens or nationals must also complete Section HI.Submit this completed form and copy of one or more documentsthatevidenceyourcitizenshiporalienstatuswithyourapplicationforlicenseorrenewal. L I'i.--•zs: .^1 1—SECTION I —APPLICANT i"i DATE 7--//v’T5APPLICANT’S NAME (Print or type)_ TYPE OF APPLICATION (check one)□RENEWALmillALAPPLICATION TYPE OF LICENSE nSECTIONn—CmZENSHIP OR NATIONAL STATUS DECLARATION tBfl Directions:Attach a legible copy of the fi-ont and the back (if anvi.of a document from the document that demonstrates U.S.citizenship or nationality.Name of document provided:hedAist ^or other A.Are you a citizen or national of the Um'ted States?(check one)^^Yes □No B.If the answer is “Yes,”where were you bom?List city,state for equivalent),and country.Chy —./I (7 State (or equivalent)j/j Country or Territoty If you are a citizen or national of the United States,go to Section IV.If you are not a citizen or national of the United States,please complete Sections IE and IV. DLLC 2/13,^09 .A.G 11/08/07-81662 Page 1 of? n o >Fci ION iir —\!ji:n >iari sdf.cl-viim’ion Directions:To be completed by applicants who are not citizens or nationals of the United States.Please mdicatealienstatusbycheckingtheappropriatebox.Attach a legible copy of the front,and the back fif an vl.of a documentfromtheattachedListBorotherdocumentthatevidencesyourstatus.A.R.S.§1-501.Name of document provided: Qualified Alien”Status (8 U.S.C.§§1621(a)(1),-1641(b)and (c)) .A.n alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence under the Immigration and Nationality Act (DslA.). An alien who is granted asylum under Section 208 ofthe INA. A refugee admitted to the United States under Section 207 ofthe INA An alien paroled into the United States for at least one year under Section 212(d)(5)of the INA. -An alien whose deportation is being withheld under Section 243(h)ofthe INA. An alien granted conditional entty under Section 203(a)(7)ofthe INA as in effect prior to April 1,1980. An alien who is a Cuban and Haitian entrant (as defined in section 501(e)of the Refugee EducationAssistanceActof1980). An alien who is.or whose child or child’s parent is a “battered alien”or an alien subjected to extremecrueltyintheUnitedStates. Nonimmigrant Status (8 U.S.C.§1621(a)(2)) A nonimmigrant under the Immigration and.Nationality Act [8 U.S.C.§1101 et seq.]Nonimmigrants persons who have temporary status for a specific purpose.See 8 U.S.C.§1101(a)(15). Q 1. Q 2. Q 3.n Q 4. Q 5. Q 6. Q 7. Q 8. Q 9. are Alien Paroled into the United States For Less Than One Year (8 U.S.C.g 1621(a)(3))Q 10.An alien paroled into the United States For less than one year under Section 212(d)(5)ofthe INA -4=Other Persons (8 U.S.C.§1621(c)(2)(A)and (C)) O 11,A nonimmigrant whose visa for entry is related to employment in the United States,or fj.-t O 12.A citizen of a freely associated state,if section 141 ofthe applicable compact of free association approved in Public Law 99-239 or 99-658 (or a successor provision)is in effect [Freely Associated StatesincludetheRepublicoftheMarshallIslands,Republic of Palau and the Federate States of Micronesia,48U.S.C.§1901 etseq.]-. O 13.A foreign national not physically present in the United States. Otherwise Lawfully Present (A.R.S.§1-501)n n 14.A person not described in categories 1-13 who is otherwise lawfully present in the United States.PLEASE NOTE:The federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act may make persons who fall into this category ineligibleforlicensure.See 8 U.S.C.§1621(a). SECTION IV —DECLARATION •All applicants must complete this section.I declare imder penalty of perjury under the laws ofthe state of ArizonathattheanswersIhavegivenaretrueandcorrecttothebestofmyknowledge. Page 2 of 7 nn 2r-.VPUCANTS^IRE TODAY’S DATE Attachment:Lists A and B Evidence of D.S.Citizenship,U.S National Status,or Alien Status, DLLC 1/15/09 Attachment to Form 1 Applicant Statement AG il/08/07 -gI66:i EVIDENCE OF U.S.CITIZENSHIP,U.S NATIONAL STATUS,OR ALIEN STATUS LIST A:U.S.CITIZEN OR U.S.NATIONAL n Note:In *is List,the term “Service”erfers to the U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Service,formerly the U SIramigratioi)and Naturalization Service (INS).uicc.e. 1 of Eligibility-for Public Benefits,g CFR §104.23;63 FR 41662-01 Auavist 419.8),and Intenra Guidance of V enfication of Cituzensliip,Qualified Alien Status and Eligibility 'the Pereonal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (“Interim Guidance(Nov.17,1997),Attachment 4] Under Title IV of T),62 FR 61344 ..'•rtih; Evidence showing U.S.citizen or U.S.national status includes the following-a.Primary Evidence: ■A birth certificate showing birtli in one of the 50 states,the District of Columbia,Puerto Rico (on or aft-rMU.S Jirgin Islands (on or after January 17,1917),American Samoa,or theNortiemManraaIslands(on or after November 4,1986,Northern Mariana Islands focal time)(unless theforeigndiplomatsresidinginsuchajurisdiction)-(2)United States passport; Report of birth abroad of a U.S.citizen (FS-240)(issued.by the Department of StateCertificateofBirth(FS-545)(issued by a foreign service-y,_'copies of which are available from the Department of State;Form N-56L Certificate of Citizenship:Forai 1-197,United States Citizen Identification Card (issued by the Sen-ice until April 7 1983 to U S Fom 1-873 (or prior versions).Northern Marianas Card (issued by the Sendee to a collectively naturalizedUS.citizen who was bom m the Northern Mariana Islands before November 3 1986)-Statement provided by a U.S.consular official certifying that the individual is a U.S.citizen (given to anorD?-1350)"m QOt have an FS- pmr versions),American Indian Card with a classification code "KIC"and a statement on the of Ktekapoos li ving near the U.S./Mexican border). (1)■■■.Q ‘.'J(3)to U.S.citizens);post)or Certification of Report of Birth (DS-1350),(4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) n [Source:Interim GuidMoe of Verification of Citizenship,Qualified Alien Status and Eligibility Under Title IV of b.Secondary Evidence ^documents listed in (a)above,the followingestabhshU.S.citizenship or U.S.national ''®(1)Religfous in one of the 50 states,the District of Columbia,Puerto RJeo (on or after JanuatyU,1941)Gum the U.S.Virgin Islands (on or after January 17,1917),American Samoa,or the Nortliemwi^b^m ot forl-rd 'Northern Mariana Islands local time)(unless the applicantasbomotforeigndiplomatsresidinginsuchajurisdiction)within three 3 months after birth showing that may be relied upon tostatus: Page 3 of 7 n n the birth occurred in such jurisdiction and the date of birth or the individual's age at the itme the recordmade; Evidence of civil sert'ice employment by the U .S.government before June 1,1976;Early school records (preferably from the first school)showing the date of admission to the schoof theapplicant's date and U.S.place of birth,and the name(s)and place(s)of birth of the applicant's parents(s);Census record showing name,U.S,nationality'or a U.S.place of birth,and applicant's date of birth or age:Adoption finalization papers showing the applicant's name and place of birth in one of the SO states,the"District of Columbia,Puerto Rico (on or after January 13,194:1),Guam,the U.S,Virgin Islands (on or afterJanuao'17,1917),American Samoa,or the Northern Mariana Islands (on or after November 4,19S6,Northern Mariana Islands local time)(unless the applicant was bom to foreign diplomate residing in such ajurisdiction),or,when the adoption is not finalized and the state or other U.S.jurisdiction listed above willnotreleaseabirthcertificatepriortofinaladoption,a statement from a State-or jurisdiction-approvedadoptionagencyshowingtheapplicant's name and place of birth in one of such jurisdictions,arid stating thatthesourceoftheinforniationisanoriginalbirthcertificate;Any other document that establishes a U.S.place of birth or otherwise indicates U.S.nationality (e.g.,a contemporaneous hospital record of birth in that hospital in one of the 50 states,the District of Columbia,Puerto Rico (on or after January'13,1941),Guam,the U.S.Virgin Islands (on or after January 17,1917),American Samoa,or the Northern Mariana Islands (on or after November 4,1986,Northern .Mariana Istodslocaltime)(unless the applicant W'as bom to foreign diplomats residing in such a jurisdiction); c.Collective Naturalization If the applicant cannot present one of the documents listed in (a)or (b)above,the following will establish U.S.citizenship for collectively naturalized individuals; Puerto Rico: •Evidence of birth in Puerto Rico on or after April II,1899 and the apph'oant's statement that he or she wasresidingintheU.S.,a U.S.possession or Puerto Rico on January 13,1941;or •Evidence that the applicant was a Puerto Rican citizen and the applicant's statement that he or she was residinginPuertoRicoonMarch1,1917 and that he or she did not take an oath of allegiance to Spain.U.S.Virgin Islands: •Evidence of birth in the U.S.Virgin Islands,and the applicant's statement of residence in the U.S.,a U.S. possession or the U.S.Virgin Islands on February 25,1927; •The applicant's statement indicating resident in the U.S.Virgin Islands as a Danish citizen on January 17,1917andresidenceintheU.S.,a U.S.possession or the U.S.Virgin Islands on February 25,1927,and that he or shedidnotmakeadeclarationtomaintainDanishcitizenship;or •Evidence of birtli in the U.S.Virgin Islands and the applicant's statement indicating residence in the U.S.,a U.S.possession or territoiy or the Canal Zone on June 28,1932. Northern Mariana Islands (NMI)(formerly part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (TTPI)):•Evidence of birth in the NMI,TTPI citizenship and residence in the NMI,the U.S.,or a U.S.territoiy or possession on November 3,1986 (NTvIl local time)and the applicant's statement that he or she did notallegiancetoaforeignstateonNovember4,1986,(NMI local time); •Evidence of TTPI citizenship,continuous residence in the NMI since before November 3,1981 (NM localtime),voter registration prior to Januaiy 1,1975 and the applicant's statement that he or she did not oweallegiancetoaforeignstateonNovember4,1986 (NMI local time);or•Evidence of continuous domicile in the NMI since before January'I,1974 and the applicant's statement that he or she did not owe allegiance to a foreign state on November 4,1986 (NMI local time).Note:If a personenteredtheNMIasanonimmigrantandlivedintheNMIsinceJanuary1,1974,this does not constitutecontinuousdomicileandtheindividualisnotaU.S.citizen d.Derivative Citizenshin If the applicant cannot present one of the documents listed in a or b above,the following may be used to make adeterminationofderivativeU.S.citizenship; Applicant born abroad to hvo U.S.citizen parents;Evidence of the U.S.citizenship of the parents and the relationship of the applicant to the parents,and evidence that at least one parent resided in the U.S.or an outlyingpossessionpriortotheapplicant's birth. Applicant born abroad to a U.S.citizen parent and a U.S.non-citizen national parent;Evidence thatparentisaU.S.citizen and that the other is a U.S.non-citizen national,evidence of the relationship of the applicant Page 4 of 7 was (2) (3) (4) (5) n (6) ■■■Tr owe n one nn to the U.S.citizen parent,and evidence that theU.S.citizen parent resided in the U.S.,a U.S.possession,American Samoa or Swain's Island for a period of at least one year prior to the appUcant's birtit. Applicant born oat of wedlock abroad to a U.S.citizen mother:-Evidence of the U.S.citizenship of the mother, evidence of the relationship to the applicant and,for births on or before December 24,1952,evidence that the mother resided in the U.S.prior to the applicant's birth or,for births after December 24,1952,evidence that the mother had resided,prior to the child's birth,in the U.S.or a U.S.possession for a period of one year. Applicant born in the Canal Zone or the Republic of Panama: •-A birth certificate showing birth in the Canal Zone on or after Februarj'26,1904 and before October 1,1979 and evidence that one parent was a U.S.citizen at the time of the applicant's birth;or •A birth certificate showing birth in the Republic of Panama on or after February’26,1904 and before October 1, 1979 and evidence that at least one parent was a U.S.citizen and employed by the U.S.government or the Panama Railroad Company or its successor in title. In all other situations in w'hich an applicant claims to have a U-.S.citizen parent and an alien parent,or claims to fall within one of the above categories,but is unable to present the listed documentation: •If the applicant is in the U.S,,the applicant should contact the local U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Service office for determination of U.S.citizenship; •If the applicant is outside the U.S.,the applicant should contact the State Department for a U.S.citizenship determination. n e.Adoption of Foreign-Bom Child bv U.S.Citizen •If the birth certificate shows a foreign place of birth and the applicant cannot be determined to be a naturalized citizen under any of the above criteria,obtain other evidence of U.S.citizenship; •Because foreign-bom adopted children do not automatically acquire U.S,citizenship by virtue of adoption by U.S.citizens,the applicant should contact the local U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Sen'ice office for a determination ofU.S.citizenship,if the applicant provides no evidence of U.S.citizenship.c.Jr~ f.U.S.Citizenship Bv Marriage A woman acquired U.S.citizenship through marriage to a U.S.citizen before September 22,1922.Provide evidence of U.S.citizenship of the husband,and evidence showing the marriage occurred before September 22, 1922. Note:If the husband was an alien at the time of the marriage,and became naturalized before September 22, 1922,the wife also acquired naturalized citizenship.If the marriage terminated,the wife maintained her U.S. citizenship if she was residing in the U.S.at that time and continued to reside in the U.S. LO •S p •Xi LO ri.:j LIST B:QUALIFIED ALIENS,NONIMMIGRANTS,AND ALIENS PAROLED INTO U.S.FOR LESS THAN ONE YEAR The documents listed below that are registration documents are indicated with an asterisk C"*"'). a.“Onalified Aliens” Evidence of “Qualified Alien”status includes the following:n Alien Lcmfulfy Adniittedfor Permanent Residence -*Form 1-551 (Alien Registration Receipt Card,commonly known as a "green card");or -Unexpired Temporary 1-551 stamp in foreign passport or on Form 1-94. Asylee -*Form 1-94 annotated with stamp showing grant of asylum under section 208 of the INA; -’•'Form r-688B (Employment Authorization Card)annotated "274a.l2(a)(5)"; -*Form 1-766 (Employment Authorization Document)annotated "A5"; -Grant letter from the Asylum Office of the U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Sendee;or -Order of an immigration judge granting asylum. Page 5 of 7 n n Refugee -*Form 1-94 annotated with stamp showing admission under §207 of the INA;-Form T-688B (Employment Authorization Card)annotated "274a-12(a)(3)";'-*Form 1-766 (Employment Authorization Document)annotated ",43" or n r- 8 -.a to ro Page 6 of 7 nn Alien Paroled Into the US.for a Least One Year -*Farm 1-94 with stamp showing admission for at least one year under section 2 r2(dX5)of the INA.(Applicant cannot aggregate periods of admission for less than one year to meet the one-year requirement.) Alien Whose Deportation or Menwval Was Whhkeld ■*Form I-6S8B (Employment Authorization Card)annotated "274a.l2(a)(10)"; -*Form 1-766 (Employment Authorization Document)annotated "AlO";or -Order from an imjnigration judge show'ing deportation withheld under §243(h}of the INA as in effect prior to April 1,1997,or removal withheld under §241(b)(3)of the INA. Allen Granted Conditional Entry -*Form 1-94 with stamp showing admission under §203(a)(7)of the ENA; -*Form I-688B (Employment Authorization Card)annotated "274a.l2(a)(3)”;or Form 1-766 (Employment Authorization Document)annotated "A3." o Cuban/Haitian Entrant -*Form 1-551 (Alien Registration Receipt Card,commonlv known as a "green card")with the code CU6,CU7,or CH6; -Unexpired temporars'1-551 stamp in foreign passport or on *Form 1-94 with the code CU6 or CU7;or -Fonn 1-94 with stamp showing parole as "Cuba/Haitian Entrant"under Section 212(d)(5)of the INA. Alien TVho Has Been Declared a Battered Mien or Alien Subjected to Extreme Cruelty -U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Service petition and supporting documentation b.Nonimmigrant Evidence of “Nonimmigninf”status includes the following; -*Form 1-94 with stamp showing authorized admission as nonimmigrant c..Alien Paroled into U.S.for Less than One Year Evidence includes; -*Form 1-94 with stamp showing admission for le.ss than one year under section 212(d)(5)of the INA DLLC 2/13/09 AG 11/08/07-81662 n Page 7 of 7 n n %-> c. .oj^tat-^of4hs Un^i^-S-ta-fes of^n,y-herieb^^^fstSj^JC^U'h^-tt.may concern toperrihf the ctihen fnat^fzahP;l>:f th^^ftecLSijaies-named herein to pass without dch^or hindrtipcel'in case of need ta give all lauful aid antfprotecfs^^^si.-' n ,T 'W2 .Le Secretaire.d'Etatdes'i&tats-Unis cPAmenejue '^. '^parJes presenfes toutes antritiswmpitenies de laxsser passer le it ^ss<^iissani des Etats^Unisyfhulairedupresentpasseport,sanrddl xcuhi et,en cas de.besoTn fd^dai:arCorder:tout€aide et protectsan^g^I '\r iorde Estado de los Estddos-fJnidos de Arnica por el presents ■■ompetentes permitir elpas6 del ctudadano o nactonal de los ll Seerei vltd'^li Bciados Unj sin demora'ni dipcultades^yen-atso neeestdad,presiarle tod^M t.Y proteccion ltd.J f/f <l tr.~.Xf-h.J//-.;-i-7. n 23.Jun 9 n n nrjK rurm Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control 800 West Washington,5th Floor Phoenix,Arizona 85007 WWW,aziiquor.gov 602-542-5141 CERTIFICATE OF TITLE 4 TRAINING COMPLETION Do Not Duplicate This Form Certificates must be completed by a state-approved training course provider,in black ink,on an ofiginal form. MAHMUD AUJANI Full nc <-Signature 07/12/10 Type of Training Completed (check Yes or No) 0Yes □No B/\SICTrainingCompietionDate □ves @ No ON SALE ;Qyes m No MANAGEMENT S Yes □No OFF SALE □Yes lx]No OTHER 07/12/13 Certificate Expiration Date' (MANAGEMENT -5 years from completion date) {BASIC -3 years from completion date) □Yes S No BOTH IfTrainee Is Employed By A Licensee r";;>Name of Licensee Business Name Liquor License # Alcohol Training Program Provider Information THE BARTENDING ACADEMY O' ■qCompanyorIndividualName(please print) 1250 EAST APACHE BLVD.SUITE 111 TEMPE,ARIZONA 85281 1-, Address 85281 ".yTempeAZ(480 )9219925 j aty State Zip Daytime Contact Phone #ro I certify the above named individual has successfully completed thetrainlng.spectfied above in accordance with Arizona Revised Statue,ArizonaAdministrativeCode,and the training course curriculum approved by the Department of Uquor Licenses and Control; JEFFREY CARROLL Name of Trainer (please print) 07/12/10 I nTrainerSignatureDate Pursuant to A,R5.§4-112(G)(2),mandatory Title 4 liquor law training is required prior to the issuance of all new liquor license applications submittedafterNovember1,1997. The persons(s)required to attend both the BASIC and MANAGEMENT Title 4 liquor law training,on-or off-sale,will include all of the following:Ownerfs) Licensee/agent or manager(s)actively involved in daily business operation A valid (not expired)Certificate of Title 4 Training Completion must be submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control before a liquorlicenseapplicationIsconsideredcomplete. Before acceptance of a manager's questionnaire and/or agent change for an existing liquor license,proof of attendance forthe BASIC and MANAGEMENTTitle4liquorlawtraining(on-or off-sale)is required. 8/2009 Disabled individuals requiring special accommodatians,please call (602)542-9027 n n Krmr horm Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control 800 West Washirigtonr 5th Floor PhoeniXy Arizona 85007 wwwiazliquor.gov 602-542-5141 CERTIFICATE OF TITLE 4 TRAINING COMPLETION Do Not Duplicate This Form Certificates must be completed by a state-approved training course provider,in black ink,on an original form. MAHJyUJCXAUJANL n Full Name (plea;n 7 Srgnature 07/12/10 Type ofTraining Completed (check Yes or No) □ves @ No ON SALE Training Completion Date □Yes 13 No BASIC _Sves Gno management G Yes □No OFF SALE □Yes B No BOTH 07/12/15 Certificate Expiration Date (MANAGEMENT -5 years from completion date)(BASIC -3 years from completion date) □Yes B No OTHER IfTrainee Is Employed BvA Licensee Name of Licensee Business Name Liquor License H Alcohol Training Program Provider Information THE BARTENDING ACADEMY Company or Individual Name (please print) 1250 EAST APACHE BLVD.SUITE 111 TEMPE,ARIZONA 85281 Address 85281TempeAZ {480 )9219925 r- Qty State Zip Daytime Contaa Phone # I certify the above named individual has successfully completed the training specified above in accordance with Arizona Revised Statue,ArizonaAdministrativeCode,and the training course curriculum approved by the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control: JEFFREY CARROLL n -13 OJ ruNameofTrainer(please print) 07/12/10nVainerSignatureDate A.R.S,§4-112(G)(2),mandatory Title 4 liquor law training is required prior to the issuance of all new liquor license appllcations submittedafterNovember1,1997, The per5ons(s)required to attend both the BASIC and MANAGEMENTTitle 4 liquor law training,on-or off-sale,will include all of the following:Ownerls) Licensee/agent or manager(sl actively involved in daily business operation A valid (not expired)Certificate of Title 4 Training Completion must be submitted to the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control before a liquorlicenseapplicationisconsideredcomplete. Before acceptance of a manager's questionnaire and/or agent change for.an existing liquor license,proof of attendance forthe BASIC and MANAGEMENTTitle4liquorlawtraining(on-or off-sale)is required. Br-ZOO?Disabled individuals requiring special accommodations,please call (502)S42-9027 nn Home of the Superstition Mountains n NOTICE The attached application for a New License,Limited Liability Co.,Beer and Wine Liquor License submitted for Apache Mini Mart located at 2925 W. Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,Arizona,was posted on the 5th day of August,2010,at 10:00 a.m. Any person who is bona fide resident of the age of nineteen (19)years or more,residing,owning,or leasing property within one-half (1/2)mile radius from the proposed premises to be licensed may file written arguments in favor thereof,or objections thereto with the City Clerk at City Hall within twenty (20)days after the date of posting.Arguments for,not objections against,shall be filed thereafter. A public hearing will be held Tuesday,September 7,2010,at the City Council Chambers,300 E.Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,AZ at 7:00 p.m.,at which time any objections filed will be heard.n Kathleen Connelly City Clerk DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE AND/OR ATTACHMENTS. REMOVAL OF THIS APPLICATION MAY JEOPARDIZE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION. •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •www.ajeity.net300E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 n n Home of the Superstition Mountains n August 5,2010 Mahmud A.Aujani Apache Mini Mart 2925 W.Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction,AZ 85120 Dear Mr.Aujani: Please be advised that the application for a New License,Limited Liability Co.,Series 10LiquorLicensesubmittedforApacheMiniMart,located at 2925 W.Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction.Arizona,was posted on August 5,2010,in accordance with State taw. The Apache Junction City Council will hold a public hearing on September 7,2010,at7:00 p.m.in the City Council Chambers,300 E.Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,atwhichtimetheCityCouncilwillconsiderarecommendationforapprovalor.disapprovalwhichwillbeforwardedtotheArizonaDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl. Please note that the City Council frequently has questions for the applicant.It isstronglyrecommendedthatyouattendthismeetingInordertoavoidanydelaysintheprocessingofyourapplication. There is a $50 non-refundable application fee that is due and must be received prior toWednesday,August 25,2010,in order for this application to be placed on the CityCouncilagenda. If you have any questions concerning this matter,please contact my office at (480)474-5068. n Sincerely, Kathleen Connelly City Clerk •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0093 •www.ajcily.net300E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 n n Home of the Superstition Mountains n AUGUSTS,2010 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY PLANNING DIVISION APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM TO: KATHLEEN CONNELLY,CITY CLERK JAN MASON,DEPUTY CITY CLERK THROUGH: FROM: SUBJECT:APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENSE FOR APACHE MINI MART Mr.Mahmud A.Aujani has submitted an application for a New License,Limited Liability Co.,Series 10 Liquor License for Apache Mini Mart located at 2925 W.Superstition Blvd., Apache Junction.AZ 85220. Please conduct the necessary inspections and submit your recommendation by Wednesday,August 25,2010,in order for this item to be on the agenda for the City Council meeting of September 7,2010.n Attn:Application •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •wvvw.ajcity.net 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 nn Janet Mason From: Sent: Yanet Ochoa Monday,August 16,2010 2:35 PM • Fred Baker Janet Mason RE:Apache Mini Mart To: Cc: Subject: Staff has no objections to the interim permit.Property is zoned CB-2 (General Business Zone)and the use is permitted. Thank you. n Assistant Planner 300 E.Superstition Bivd. City of Apache Junction yochoQ@aicitv.net (480)474-2636 From:Fred Baker Sent:Tuesday,August 10,2010 2:30 PM To;Yanet Ochoa Cc:Janet Mason Subject:FW:Apache Mini Mart Janet: Please review and respond in a timely manner. Thanks, Fred From:Janet Mason Sent:Tuesday,August 10,2010 2:24 PM To;Fred Baker Subject:Apache Mini Mart n Please have your department recommendation to me no later than Wednesday,August 25.Thanks. Janet Mason Deputy City Clerk City Of Apache Junction 300 E.Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction,AZ 85119 480-474-5068 jmasonfSalcitv.net Service Over and Above the Rest This message and the information within is intended for the recipient.If you received thisemailinerror,please notify the sender and then delete the email.Emails generated by council 1 n n Lieutenant -Bureau of Patrol August 24,2010 SUBJECT:New Liquor License Inspection n TO:Chief Jerald Monahan Lieutenant Brett JacksonFROM: THROUGH:Captain Arnold Freeman Attachments: One Memorandum from Jan Mason,Assistant City Clerk. One Nineteen (19)page Arizona Liquor License Application to include attachment from Mahmud A Aujani,the applicant. in review of Mahmud A Aujani's Arizona Liquor License Application it is complete.The Apache Junction Police Department computer records show no contact(s)with Mr.Aujani or Crescent Family LLC... The business structure located at 2925 W. Superstition Blvd.,which faces Superstition Blvd. has been unoccupied for some time,but has been occupied by previous businesses,which have held a state liquor license.There are currently no remarkable calls for service at this location. n Therefore,the Apache Junction Police department has no objects with the issuance of this license. nn J'CFAI"Apache Junction Fire District 565 North Idaho Road,Apache Junction,AZ 85119Phone(480)982-4440,Fax (480)982-0183 www.ajfire.org it n MEMORANDUM TO:Kathleen Connelly,City Clerk City of Apache Junction 300 E.Superstition Blvd. Apache Jet.,AZ.85219 FROM:Dave Montgomery,Deputy Fire Chief /Fire Marshal DATE:August 24,2010 SUBJECT:Application for Liquor License -Apache Mini Mart 2925 W.Superstition Blvd..Anache Jet..AZ 85120 The Apache Junction Fire District has reviewed the application as noted above regarding the facilities at 2925W.Superstition Blvd.,Apache Jet.,AZ 85120 -(Apache Mini Mart).We have recently completed an annual fireandlifesafetyinspectionwithnomajorviolationsfound.We therefore would recommend approval of thisapplication. Thank you for your notification on this matter. If you have any further questions regarding this inspection,please feel free to contact my office at 982-4440ThankYou. n DPM ATTN:Application n n ROLL CALL VOTE t)/.NOTES: rai n ,0A MEETIN®OFITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDYESNO COUNCILMEMBER SERDY VICE MAYOR ECK 7^COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN COUNCILMEMBER BARKER MAYOR INSALACO n UNANIMO^ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSED TOTAL ITEM NO.7 I MOVE THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A NEW LICENSE,LIMITED LIABILITY CO., SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR APACHE MINI MART,SUBMITTED BY MAHMUD A.AUJANI,BE RECOMMENDED FOR (APPROVAL)OR (DENIAL)TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. n n PUBLIC HEARING n- 1.For APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC. 2.Will CITY CLERK KATHLEEN CONNELLY speak to the Council? Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item?3. Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) 4. 44 If not,this hearing is closed.5. 6.Is there any discussion? 7.Call for a motion. Call for a second.8. Roll call vote.9. n n n City of Apache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains iSl Print TO:City Manager's Office Kathy Conneiiy,City Clerk September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Required by Federal Law or State Statute TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC. ACTION REQUESTED; Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATIOM- foTr 3 special event liquor license for their kick off party/open house on October 7,shali 'be fon^rted to thS Anzora EiquT'^o'which FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES- RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download Q cover mRmn □application D applicant letter D department memo D planning recommendation D police recommendatinn D fire recommendatinn nn Home of the Superstition Mountains n AUGUST 26,2010 MEMORANDUM TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS THROUGH:GEORGE R.HOFFMAN.CITY MANAGER KATHLEEN CONNELLY,CITY CLERK JAN MASON.DEPUTY CITY CLERK — THROUGH: FROM: SUBJECT:AGENDA ITEM FOR SEPTEMBER 7,2010: APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC. An application for a Special Event Liquor License has been submitted by Mr.Mark A.LeResche of Superstition H.O.G.Chapter Inc.for a kick off party/operi house to be heldOctober7,2010,at Superstition Harley-Davidson,2910 W.Apache Trail. Correspondence has been received from the planning division,police department and firedistrict,a copy of which is attached.The next step in the procedure is for the City CounciltoholdapublichearingontheapplicationandmakearecommendationforapprovalordenialtobeforwardedtotheStateDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl. n •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •wwvv.ajcity.net 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 --n -■n state of Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and ControlSQDW.Washington^Sth FloorPhoenix,AZ $5007 wvvWiazliquongQV(602)542^141 APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EVENT LICENSE Fee =$25.00 per day for 1 -10 day events onlyAservicefeeof$25.00 will be charged for all dishonored checks (A.R.S.§44-6852) NOTE:THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED OR IT WILL BE RETURNEDPLEASEALLOW10BUSINESSDAYSfFORAPPROVAL “Application must be approved by local government before submission toDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl:(Section #20> 1.Name of Organization: n DLLC USE ONLY LICENSE # ran =(i-HAwr 2.Non-Profit/I.R.S.Tax Exempt Number: 3.The organization is a:(check one box only) □Fraternal (must have regular membership and in existence for over 5 years)'^Charitable □Civic □Religious 4.What is the purpose of this event?■nicki off Pr't-r-i-a eft IQ u)-jjthsy)Address of physical location (Not P.O.Box)city |County ZipApplicantmustbeamemberofthequalifyingorganizationandauthorizedbvanOfficer.Director or Chairperson oftheOrganizationnamedinQuestion#1.(Signature required in section #181 6.Applicant: □Political Party,Ballot Measure,or Campaign Committee 5.Location of the event: 4 14 195'/\WiyrH Last First Middle Date of Birth (a)'l^tphda^i/riLLl JuiTc|-[6V4 i/-]ZStreetiCity'Sate Zip 7.Applicant's Mailing Address: 8.Phone Numbers:(^'^^UtjQ-^jlpOr)Site O^er# 9.Date(s)&Hours of Event:(Remember:you cannot sell alcohol before 10:00 a.m.on Sunday) -j .Day of WeekOcJr^^0/D '"ihuFvjg n Applicant's Business #Applicant's Home # Date Hours from A.M./P.M.To A,M./P.M. Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Day 4: Day 5: Day 6: Day 7: Day 8: Day 9: Day 10: m7 ^Disabled individuals requiring special accommodations,please call (602)542-9027LicOIoe05/2009 nn 10.Has the applicant been convicted of a felony in the past five years,or had a liquor license revoked? □YES mNO (attach explanation if ves) days this year,including this event (not to exceed 10 days per year). 12.Is the organization using the services of a promoter or other person to manage the event?□YES If yes,attach a copy of the agreement.■ 13.List all people and organizations who will receive the proceeds.Account for 100%of the proceeds. THE ORGANIZATION APPLYING MUST RECEIVE 25%OF THE GROSS REVENUES OF THE SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR SALES. Name D11.This organization has been issued a special event license for NO n 10D%r ha ptaru3.TYAiL pr{virilii viunriiGn ft?Ix.Address Name Percentage Address (Attach additional sheet if necessary) 14.Knowledge of Arizona State Liquor Laws Title 4 is important to prevent liquor law violations.If you have any questions regarding the law or this application,please contact the Arizona State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for assistance. NOTE:ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES MUST BE FOR CONSUMPTION AT THE EVENT SITE ONLY. "NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES SHALL LEAVE SPECIAL EVENT PREMISES." 15.What security and control measures will you take to prevent violations of state liquor laws at this event? (List type and number of securityfpolice personnel and type of fencing or control barriers if applicable) .^Fencing □Barriers —_#Police Ia-#Security personnel fyg-t ,'lo Sjur itan Dl l -Rg ba.ucr,^4-^^l')^U)A£AJ., n 16.Is there an existing liquor license at the location where the special event is being held? If yes,does the existing business agree to suspend their liquor license during the time period,and in the area in which the special event license will be in use? (ATTACH COPY OF AGREEMENT) □YES NO P YES □NO Name of Business Phone Number 17.Your licensed premises is that area in which you are authorized to sell,dispense,or serve spirituous liquors under the provisions of your license.The following page is to be used to prepare a diagram of your special event licensed premises.Please show dimensions,serving areas,fencing,barricades or other control measures and security positions. n n SPECIAL EVENT LICENSED PREMISES DIAGRAM (This diagram must be completed with this application) Special Event Diagram:(Show dimensions,senring areas,and label type of enclosure and security positions)NOTE;Show nearest cross streets,highway,or road if location doesn't have an address. n NtCL^(Xc^hj^cL n nn GREGORY STREET m-OCXT^oqo CXSXJ QOQ -.k-y j vt % isr ~IT=^1 ■■% I Q • .^I./tv/^n-/ !ff«i#jU\11 %sIs8-tsy •♦T •$y St 7is«£!&««»d 9^eastl ••>r^r k?S9f /’■qrSTSV--;-es?[«M«K I }.k !^1 ’I'rTri"!d ■^o r^iT,k/-ifviSQBiiaai:jjriSWJWW;»!oKXXMnt 9<- iI 'O t Vt o»» I CJisIs Q3■c «f-Ss»> a ¥ Ss ■'-w' Q>=«4f wS «f HT S »•*?aor -^•..J ■Ii O oOwandeirng secuirty Ni ‘"T » m oI'?ef 0{'"ixwTID«>I ■Uit 3d -rzA I DftfIO nSt6koOI lBF>iT^^lot S 3 ■oo I iJgSI€$1 =i q-rH§u0 I ^sM pP i.^'• gs B «►‘1=%7 a I a- 0^-L«k muimiii'”®&t^{s:TI r PI3trt. r-T 3€r 2«r iS?oilS39t 1 p:^0 3'Ml SI tillT.n \B i D-y-^'-S"; ! WESTAPACHETRAIL XXXX =:fencing 0 =5 secuirty ~mstrooms -Bike Parking n-ry mis SECTION TO BE COMPLETED ONLY BY AN OFFICER.DIRECTOR OR CHAIRPERSON OF THE ^_ORGANIZATION NAMED IN QUESTION g1 18.I.(Print full name)'Officer/Directof/Chairperson appointing the in Question^^apply on behalf of the foregoing organization for a Spedal Event Liquor License. .0\.fl£jc3pitg_ app X pm (Phone #)_'P^&A./C 3. (Titie/Posittan)*1 «»A if ,,Cyntitfa Kanteqn iNeteiyPubito-Aifapnetate pfIticricapaCoun^ll%ComnA«fonEqi{i««*Antt26,2dU I —County ofTheforegoinginstrumentwasacknowledged before me'^iisnI (J ..(Signature 6f NOTARY PUBLIC) ^-/<-/'(Date)^My Commission expires on: COMPLETED ONLY BY THE APPLICANT NAMED IN QUESTION #6^^flesez^k-e.Jje^ig^g APPLICANT filing this application as listed in Question 6.I have read the application and the contents and all statements are true,correct and complete. SignatureJrimiiaHantwii 'a Notary Public.Arfeoiwb)Maricopa CountyfUyCotniRiufoiiaian^'yaffStgi, 19.L (Print full name) State of ^Countyof §!The foregoing ^strument vras acknowledged before me this {J ^ x cP- Mdiw ,/YearDayy"V2014 TTL^iS^/r-^gci itglgnature of NOTAi^Y PtiBLIC) ;?x. You must obtain local government approval.City or Countv MUST recommend event and complete item #20.^e local,governing body may require additional applications to be completed and submitted 60 davsmadvanceoftheevent.Additional licensing fees may also be required before approval may be granted. LOCAL GOVERNING BODY APPROVAL SECTION 20.I,hereby recommend this spedal event application(Government Official)(Title) on behalf ofn (City,Town or County)(Signature of OPFICIAL)(Date) FOR DLLC DEPARTMENT USE ONLYDepartmentCommentSection; (Employee)(Date) U APPROVED O DISAPPROVED BY; (Title)IDalsi nn IS SPECIAL EVENT LICENSE (temporary) Nbn-transferalile On-sale retail privileges SERIES; PURPOSE; Allows a charitabie,civic,fraternal,political or religious organization to sell and serve spirituous liquor for consumption only on the premises where the spirituous liquor is sold,and only for the period authorized on the license.This is a temporary license. nADDITIONALRIGHTSAMDRESPONSIBILITIES; The applicant for a special event license must request a special event application from the Department and file the application with the governing body of the city or town,or Board of Supervisors of an unincorporated area of a county (where the special event is to take place)for approval or disapproval..Some local governing bodies may require approximately 60 days prior notice. if the application is approved by the local authority,and the event meets the requirements for granting the license,the Director will issue a special event license to the quaiifying organization. Qualifying organizations will be granted a special event license for no more than ten (10)days in a calendar year.Events must be held on consecutive days and at the same location or additional licenses will be required.The license is automatically terminated upon closing of the last day of the event or the expiration of the license,whichever occurs first. The qualified organization must receive at least twenty-five percent (25 %)of the gross revenues of the special event liquor sales. A person selling spirituous liquor under a special event license must purchase the spirituous liquor from the holder of a license authorized to sell oif-sale;except that,in the case of a non-profit organization which has obtained a special event license for the purpose of charitable fund raising activities,a person may receive the spirituous liquor from a wholesaler as a donation. AVERAGE APPROVAL TIME;One (1)to seven (7)days. PERIOD OF ISSUANCE;n Issued for no more than a cumulative total of ten (10)days in a calendar year.A special event may be held for more than one (1)day,but It must be held on consecutive days and at the same location or additional licenses will be required. FEES;$25.00 per day. ARIZONA STATUTES AND REGULATIONS; ARS 4-203.02,4-244,4-261;Rule R19-1-228,R19-1-23S,R19-1-309. Disabled individuals requiring special accommodations please call (602)S42-9027 n n . Home of the Superstition Mountains n August 9,2010 Mark A.LeResche Superstition H.O.G.Chapter Inc. 2910 W.Apache Trail Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Dear Mr.LeResche: Please be advised that your application for a Special Event Liquor License on behalf ofSuperstitionH.O.G.Chapter Inc.for a kick off/open house to be held October 7,2010,at2910W.Apache Trail,Apache Junction,has been scheduled for a public hearing. The Apache Junction City Council will hold a public hearing on September 7,2010,at7:00 p.m.in the City Council Chambers,300 E.Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,atwhichtimerecommendationforapprovalordisapprovalwillbemadetobeforwardedtoArizonaDepartmentofLiquorLicensesandControl.Your attendance is requestedshouldcouncilhaveanyquestionsonthisapplication. If you have any questions concerning this matter,please contact my office at (480)982-8002.n Sincerely, 7KathleenConnelly City Clerk •Voice (4S0)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •www.ajcity.net300E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 nn Home of the Superstition Mountains n AUGUST 9.2010 MEMORANDUM TO:DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY PLANNING DIVISION APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT THRU;KATHLEEN CONNELLY,CITY CLERK JAN MASON,DEPUTY CITYFROM: SUBJECT;APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC.FOR KICK OFF PARTY/OPEN HOUSE Mr.Mark A.LeResche has submitted an application for a Special Event Liquor License for a kick off party/open house to be held on October 7,2010 at 2910 W.Apache Trail, Apache Junction. Please conduct the necessary inspections and submit yOUr recommendation by email by Wednesday,August 25,2010,in order for this item to be placed on the agenda for the City Council meeting of September 7,2010.n •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •www.ajcitj'.aet 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 no Lieutenant -Bureau of Patrol August 23,2010 nSUBJECT:Superstition HOG Chapter Special Event Liquor License TO:Chief Jerald Monahan FROM:Lieutenant Brett Jackson THROUGH:Captain Arnold Freeman Attachments: Memorandum from Kathy Connelly,City Clerk. One six (6)page application for Special Event License. In review of the application for the special event liquor license,which is to occur on Thursday,October 7,2010 from 1500 to 2100 hours it is complete with a detailed site plan. The expected attendance for this event is approximately 200 people and all liquor sales will be sold inside the fenced beer garden area.Private Security Guards will be present to quail problems and to ensure the alcohol stays inside the fenced beer garden area.Superstition Harley Davidson has had similar events in the past, which have ended without incident.n Superstition Harley Davidson,2910 W.Apache Trail has had no significant incidents which have occurred at their facility in the past year.Additionally,Mark LeResche, the applicant shows no significant contact with the Police Department. Therefore,The Apache Junction Police Department has no objection to the issuance of this Special Event License. n n CFAI.Apache Junction Fire District 565 North Idaho Road,Apache Junction,AZ 85119Phone(480)982-4440,Fax (480)982-0183 www.ajfire.org n MEMORANDTTM TO:Kathleen Connelly,City Clerk City of Apache Junction Dave Montgomery,Fire Marshal August 10,2010 Special Event Liquor License Application Superstition H.O.G.-2010 Kick-off Partv/Qpen Hon FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: The Apache Junction Fire District recommends approval of the above noted application for the specialliquorlicenseat2910WestApacheTrailforOctober7,2010. We will conduct a safety inspection as the event is set-up to ensure that all local fire and life safety codes andordinancesarebeingmet. Thank you for your notification on this matter. event Dpmn ATTN:Application ,n LL CALL VOTE NOTES: n c MEETING OFITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDNO COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN 2COUNCILMEMBERDIETZ COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER BARKER 7COUNCILMEMBERWILSON VICE MAYOR ECK MAYOR INSALACO n 3 ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSEDUNANIM TOTAL ITEM NO.8 I MOVE THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SUPERSTITION H.O.G.CHAPTER INC.FOR OCTOBER 1,2010,SUBMITTED BY MARK LERESCHE,BE RECOMMENDED FOR (APPROVAL)OR (DENIAL)TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. n n PUBLIC HEARING n For CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT FEE APPEAL FROM JOHN AND JOANNE FAIRMAN 1. Will DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR BRAD STEINKE speak to the Council? 2. Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item? Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) 3. 4. U If not,this hearing is closed.5. Is there any discussion?6. Call for a motion.7. Call for a second.8. 9.Roll call vote. -n nn City of Apache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains Print TO:City Manager's Office Brad Steinke,Director of Deveiopment Services September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT FEE APPEAL FROM JOHN AND JOANNE FAIRMAN. ACTION REQUESTED: No Recommendation DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATIOM; John and Joanne Fairman are appealing the city's development fee ordinance and requesting complete waiver of the $9 508residentialfeefortheirpropertylocatedat2143N,Apache Drive. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: City Code Requirement RECOMMENDATION: n Public hearing and action. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download Q Cover Memo n City of Apache Junction Development Services Department Mayor and City Council Brad Steinke,Director of Development Services August 18,2010 Development Fee Ordinance Appeal To: From: Date:ORE: On July 26,2010,the City received a request from John and Joanne Fairman to appeal and waive the required $9,508 development fee for placement of a mobile home on their property located at 2143 Apache Drive (see attached letter).The Fairmans were notified of the fee by the city on July 25,2010,so their appeal was submitted within the required 30 day timeline. The Fairmans are hoping that the Council will waive the fee due to their financial condition and the fact that a home previously existed on the property [Note:If a building permit was issued within one year of the previous residence being removed,no development fee would be required according to our code.As it turns out,the previous residence was removed two years ago]. Article T-l-NM (Relief Procedures and Hearings)of the Land Development Code provides, among other things,that the City Council must hold a public hearing on the appeal within 45 days after received by the Development Fee Administrator (see attached code section regarding development fee appeals).The ordinance does not,however,apply standards or criteria to the Council’s review and determination of these types of appeals. Staff Recommendation: Development Services staff recommends that the City Council hold the public hearing and take action on the requested appeal (Note:If the Council does not make a decision by September 10“', the matter is deemed approved).n [Historical Note:Council members are reminded that the council reviewed and approved a similar request for waiver from Debbie Johnson on February 16,2010.You may recall that Ms Johnson’s property had a 2-year gap between removal and replacement of a residence on her property.] n n Applicant’s Appeal Letter August 5,2010 Brad Steinke,Development Director 300 E.Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction,AZ 85119n To Whom it May Concern; RE:Development Impact Fee on 2143 N.Apache Drive The development impact fee,designed to aid the city during these economic times,is causing an extremely opposite impact on us.We are hard working people who werenotblessedwithwealthand,as a retired couple,we do not have the funds to lose.If we had an extra $10,000.dollai's,we would have purchased a $55,000.dollar home, rather than the $45,000.dollar home. Our change of residence will not change the services we receive from the city.In fact,by occupying the property ourselves,we actually lessen the demand.We have no children in school and we do not require police and fire to respond over 20 times in 18 months,as did our last tenants. We request that you waive this fee,that causes an unfair burden to us.It was our hope to improve our property,not be buried by it. n Thank you. John and Joanne Fairman 5275 N Winchester Road Apache Junction,Arizona 85119-9617 (480)671-7727 nn City Code Appeal Procedure Article 7-1 Development Fees M.Relief Procedures and Hearings nThedeveloperwhoowes,has paid a development fee,or disputes the offset amount determined by the Development Fee Administrator may appeal to the Mayor and City Council.Such appeal must be filed with the Development Fee Administrator in writing:1)within (30)calendar days after the date the City notified the developer of an assessment or offset determination;or 2)within thirty (30)calendar days after the developer paid the development fee.In either case,any building permit issued before the appeal is filed shall be considered stayed until after the appeal process has concluded.Any work in progress completed during the appeal process shall be performed at the developer's own risk.Failure to pay the development fees as determined on appeal shall result in the withholding by the City of the Certificate of Occupancy of Developer's project.The City Council must hold a hearing on the appeal within forty-five (45)calendar days after received by the Development Fee Administrator.The Council's failure to hold a public hearing within the forty-five (45)calendar days absent a continuance request by the developer,shall result in the developer's position prevailing over,the City's.The decision of the Mayor and City Council shall be considered the final administrative decision of the City. n n n /,ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: ^^5n ^/)'I MEETING OFITEM# ■v /SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDNO COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ .fCOUNCILMEMBERBARKER VICE MAYOR ECK COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MAYOR INSALACO n ABSTAINEDOPPOSEDINFAVORUNANIMOU: TOTAL n ITEM NO.9 I MOVE THAT THE DEVELOPMENT FEE APPEAL FROM JOHN AND JOANNE FAIRMAN TO WAIVE THE REQUIRED $9,508 DEVELOPMENT FEE FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME ON THEIR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 214: APPROVED)OR (BE DENIED). 'ACHE DRIVE (BE A 8 n n PUBLIC HEARING n For PUBLIC HEARING ON THE USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2010 STATE SPECIAL PROJECT FUNDING AND PROVIDING DIRECTION TO STAFF 1. 2.Will PROGRAM COORDINATOR HEATHER PATEL speak to the Couneil? Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item?3. 4.Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?)66 If not,this hearing is closed.5. 6.Is there any discussion? 7.Call for a motion. 8.Call for a second. 9.Roll call vote. n n n City of Apache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains iS Print TO:City Manager's Offrce Heather Patel,Program Coordinator September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type : Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: DIFfECTIONTcTCTA^^^2010 STATE SPECIAL PROJECT FUNDING AND PROVIDING ACTION REQUESTED: Direction to Staff DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION; w Department of Housing for State Special Project/h ^Year 2010 (FYIO).Therefore,staff anticipates submitting an application for the FY10 SSP fundswhichthecitymayrequestupto$300,000 for one project to be used over a two year period of time.These funds are afnfthotv^n city may retain up to 18%of these funds for administrative costs.The application due datefortheFYIOSSPapplicationisanticipatedtobethiswinter. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: Federal Law Requirementn RECOMMENDATION; a public hearing and review the proposed projects;2)select the project°SSP funding;and 3)direct staff to begin the preparation of the application (s)and all relevant ^matenals required for application submission. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download Q staff Report nn City of Apache Junction Development Services Department nMEMORANDUM DATE:August 19,2010 TO:The Honorable Mayor and City Council THROUGH:George Hoffman,City Manager Brad Steinke,Development Services Director Roger Hacker,Grants Specialist FROM:Heather Patel,Program Coordinator SUBJECT:Fiscal Year 2010 State Special Project Programs Application REQUEST Staff respectfully requests that the City Council: 1.Conduct a public hearing to receive input and discuss potential projects for the utilization of State Special Project (“SSP”)funds for Fiscal Year 2010 (FYIO); 2.Select the project to be submitted for FY10 funding;and 3.Direct staff to begin the preparation of the application (s)and all relevant materials required for application submission.n BACKGROTIND The City of Apache Junction is eligible to submit applications to the Arizona Department of Housing (“ADOH”)for SSP funding for the Fiscal Year 2010 (“FYIO”).Therefore,the City anticipates submitting an application for the FYIO SSP funds which the City may request up to $300,000 for one project to be used over a two year period of time.These fiinds are a statewide competitive grant.The City may retain up to 18%of these funds for administrative costs.The application due date for the FYIO SSP application is anticipated to be this winter. On November 12,2009 a public meeting was held to solicit input from the public on potential projects for the submission of an application.Technical assistance was provided to the community until November 29,2009 to help formulate projects for consideration and to determine if potential projects met the requirements of the SSP and Community Development Block Grant program.Additionally,on n n November 12,2009 The Leadership Team met to discuss potential projects for presentation toCouncil. On November 30,2009 staff presented the proposed projects for Council’s review arid discussion. During the December 15,2009 Council Meeting,a public hearing was held to gain input from thepublicandtromtheCouncilonpotentialprojectsforthesubmissionoftheFY2010SSPfunding At'■^commended that an application for FYIO SSP be held until the summer of2010torturtherevaluationanddiscussiononapotentialproject.; n The projects proposed for funding included; 1)Downtown Redevelopment Project (Commercial Rehabilitation)=$300 0002)Transitional Housing Project =$280,0003)Housing Rehabilitation =$200,000 4)Rehabilitation ofSafe House =$66,0005)Sewer Connections=$200,000 ‘ At the time.Council had shown preference for the Downtown Redevelopment Project and theTransitionalHousingProject. Since the December 2009 meeting further discussions on the proposed projects have occurred.As areminder,all projects submitted under the Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”)and SSPpro^ams must meet a national objective and benefit a low income population.Previous to this yeartheCityheldacitywidelowincomepopulationofover51%which enabled projects to provide acommunitywidebenefit.Due to the City’s population increase,based upon Department of EconomicSecuritypopulationestimates,the City is no longer eligible to utilize this low income percentage.Therefore all proposed projects must benefit either a limited clientele (i.e.seniors,children,disabledpersons),a low income neighborhood,or be within a redevelopment Staff returned to Council on July 6,2010 to advise the Council of the revised list of projects for,consideration based upon additional research. 1)Downtown Redevelopment Project (Commercial Rehabilitation)=$300,0002)Rehabilitation of Safe House =$66,0003)Sewer Connections =$200,000 4)Downtown Redevelopment Project (Plaza Drive improvements)=$300,000 Downtown Redevelopment Project -Commercial Rehabilitation is potentially a viable project foronlythesouthsideofApacheTrailbecausethenorthsideofApacheTrailiscurrentlyinafloodplain.Staff IS currently working with Federal Emergency Management Agency and Pinal County to modifythedesignation.Additionally,the project would only be eligible in the Crossroads RedevelopmentAreauntiltheMeridianRedevelopmentAreaisreaffirmed.Requested amount $300,000. Transitional Honsing Project -Upon Council’s recommendation,further discussion was made withCommunityAllianceAgainstFamilyAbuse(“CAAFA”)regarding the proposed project.CAAFA has area. n nn requested to remove this project from consideration due to the economics of the project and the impact on their budget. Housing Rehabilitation -The City has recently been fortunate to obtain multiple grant awards for Housing Rehabilitation which has resulted in over $600,000 available funding for the program.It is staffs recommendation that this project no longer be considered for funding under this grant application.n Rehabilitation of a Safe House -CAAFA had also requested funding for the rehabilitation of their safe house.The improvements would include;structural repairs,code compliance remediation,ADA accessibility,and security.Council had expressed concern that the “benefit”would not go solely to City residents rather persons from other communities.At present there is no real guarantee.Requested amount maximum $66,000. Sewer Connections -Many City residents are not currently hooked to the sewer system and cannot afford to do so.These funds will provide a program where applicants must meet specific criteria in order to be eligible.The grant would pay for all associated costs in the hook up and installation of lines.It is estimated that twenty homes will be hooked to the sewer system.Requested amount $200,000. Downtown Redevelopment Project:Plaza Drive Improvements -This is a new project that is being proposed by the Economic Development and Public Works Departments.This project would be a continuation of the street improvements that were submitted under the city’s FY10 CDBG application.This project is also listed in the City’s Downtown Redevelopment Plan which was completed with CDBG funding by G &G Consulting.This project would include items like paving, sidewalks,and gutters.Requested amount $300,000. DISCWSSION A public hearing is required by the Arizona Department of Housing to provide the public an opportunity to present potential projects to the City Council for consideration.Staff respectfully requests that Council take into consideration those projects listed above and those projects presented during the public hearing as potential projects for submittal.Council’s direction will enable City staff to prepare and submit the application(s)in a complete and timely manner. Develovment Services Director Comment: After discussing these funding options with other departments,staff encourages the council to select the Plaza Drive improvements as an extension of our current Plaza Drive improvement project and our downtown strategic planning.This will provide visual momentum to our evolving downtown redevelopment plans and hopefully prime the pump for private sector reinvestment in the downtown. n RECOMMENDATION Staff respectfully recommends that Council: 1.Conduct a public hearing and review the proposed projects; 2.Select the project to be submitted for FY 10 SSP funding;and 3 n n 3.Direct staff to begin the preparation of the application (s)and all relevant materials required forapplicationsubmission. ACTION REOTirRFn The following actions are required: 1)Convening a public hearing; 2)Selection of a project to be submitted as grant applications;and3)Council direction to staff to begin the preparation of the application. n n 4 nn ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: n \ U \V MEETING OFITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDNOES COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN VICE MAYOR ECK 7COUNCILMEMBERBARKER COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MAYOR INSALACO n ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSEDUNANIMOU: TOTAL ITEM NO.10 I MOVE THAT THE FOLLOWING DIRECTION BE GIVEN TO STAFF REGARDING THE SELECTION OF THE PROJECT TO BE SUBMITTED FOR FYIO SSP FUNDING AND THE PREPARATION OF THE APPLICATION(S)AND ALL RELEVANT MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION: n n PUBLIC HEARING n For PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-34,ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLED “DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY” 1. 2.Will BUSINESS ADVOCATE JANINE SOLLEY speak to the Council? Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item? Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) 3. 4. If not,this hearing is closed.5. Is there any discussion?6. 7.Call for a motion. Call for a second.8. Roll call vote.9. n n n City of Apache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains iSi Print TO:City Manager's Office Janine Soliey,Business Advocate September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type: Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: resolution no.10-34,ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLEDREDEVELOPMENTANDIMPLEMENTATIONSTRATEGY".DOWNTOWN ACTION REQUESTED: Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION- Year 2008 Community Development Block Grant funds were dedicated to completing aSr/pHTo Strategy.G and G Consulting,LLC,who will speak at this meeting,^strategy and are now ready to present the final report.Additionally,CityManger,George Hoffman,will introduce the proposed work plan and highlight some of the items recommended forinTVatthismeeting.Council will be asked to consider Resolution No.10-34,formally20lTc!ty Council^meetin^^^Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy at the September was 21, FISCAL IMPACT- Budgeted Expenditure O OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: Policy Discussion (list specific options/alternatives) RECOMMENDATION: No action needed at this time. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D staff Memo Resolution No.in-34 D Downtown Report -Part 1 Q Downtown Report -Part .9 Q Downtown Report -Part 3 D Downtown Report -Part 4 D Downtown Draft Work Plan Q Resolution No 1Q-34 n n City ofApache Junction •45/zo^ ‘Economic (Development Department DATE:August 24,2010 MEMORANDUM TO:The Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers MEMORANDUM THROUGH:George Hoffman,City Manager Steve Filipowicz,Economic Development Director Janine Solley,Business Advocate Resolution No.10-34 -Consideration of the “Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy” In an effort to continue to make strides toward enhancing community economic development activities in Apache Junction and specifically in the downtown,the City Council directed the use of the Fiscal Year 2008 Community Development Block Grant funds to be dedicated to completing a Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy.In July 2009,the City contracted with G&G Consulting,LLC to furnish analysis and planning services to aid in preparing this strategy. Over the past year,G&G Consulting,LLC,with project leadership provided by Ed Gawf and Randy Grant,have engaged in extensive research,outreach,public meetings,analysis and have formulated a number of recommendations to help Apache Junction reach our community and economic development goals.They are prepared to present the final report of the Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy.Additionally,they have identified dozens of tasks in an accompanying work plan that will address identified commercial, downtown and community revitalization needs. On September 7,2010,G&G Consulting,LLC will be introducing the final report to the Council and community as a Public Hearing item open for public comment.Additionally,City Manager, George Hoffman,will introduce the proposed work plan and highlight some of the items recommended for implementation.While Council and community members are encouraged to comment and provide feedback on the plan,no formal action will be required at this meeting. On September 21,2010,staff will respectfully ask Council to consider approval of Resolution No.10-34,accepting,adopting and implementing the document entitled “Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy”. MEMORANDUM FROM: SUBJECT: •Voice (480)982-8002 •FAX (480)982-7018 •TDD (480)983-0095 •www.aicitv.net 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction,AZ 85119 n n RESOLUTION NO.10-34 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLED IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY". \X DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION AND WHEREAS pursuant to A.R.S.§9-500.11(A),the City of Apache Junction is desirous of undertaking community economic development activities;and WHEREAS,the City was awarded Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $224,293.00 through the Arizona Department of Housing and the U.S.Department of Urban Development for the purpose of completing a Downtown Redevelopment Plan and Implementation Strategy;and -< WHEREAS,the City retained G&G Consulting,LLC to furnish analysis and planning services to aid in preparing a Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy;and WHEREAS,a Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy report was prepared and is being submitted to the City with specific implementation recommendations and accompanying , work plan;and WHEREAS,the activities identified in the Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy and accompanying work plan address identified commercial,downtown and community revitalization needs;and WHEREAS,the Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy and accompanying work plan are intended to be a multi year,long-term effort toward downtown revitalization efforts; and WHEREAS,it is anticipated the document once adopted will require modifications as private development and investment occur in the downtown. RESOLUTION NO.10-34 PAGE 1 of 2 nn NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Apache Junction as follows: 1)The Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy and accompanying work plan which is on file with the City Manager's Office is hereby adopted. 2)The recommendations within the plan will be implemented to the extent as practically feasible and as funding is available. 3)Staff shall provide a quarterly update to the Mayor and City Council starting in January 2011 on the status of the items in the work plan,and any suggested staff modifications thereto. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 2010.APACHE JUNCTION THIS DAY OF 2010.DAY OFSIGNEDANDATTESTEDTOTHIS JOHN S.INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J.STERN City Attorney RESOLUTION NO.10-34 PAGE 2 of 2 V) /WORK PMN -DOWNTOWN REVITALIZIITION AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY 1.mom IDmiTY/BRlBBlHG GOEL 1.1 -fiflopt a consistent Iranfl that focuses cn the Superstition Mountains as the main image for the community and downtown and incorporates the “western”feel of fipache Junction in areas such as equestrian,hrstorical mining,cowhoy life style,outdoor and recreational activities. STRATEGIES ActionsPriorityCostLeadPersonSupportDept,Time Frame Status a)Include a consistent “brand”in the promotion of the downtown.I $ b)Consistency with the 'hrand”as reflected in different Downtovm zones shonld be encouraged.A $ (;)Funding shonld be set aside each year to promote the brani B $ d)Adopt a logo and color palate consistent with brand and apply to poblic improvements.A $ e)Emphasize the brand in bnsiness recruitment and retention efforts as well as special events.H/A f)Create a western image incorporating an Old Arizona feel for the Transition Zone.A $ GOAL O -Clearly Refine the edges or entries the community and the -downtown to create a separate identity and image.Ihe purpose is to create a unique identity and brand for the community,and to create a sense of arrival into the downtowu. STRATEGES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Gateways shonld be installed at key locations in the downtown.$ b)Specific improvements shonld he made to define the major entries into Apache Innction.$$ m 1.3 -Develop a comprehensive wayfinding program that identifies Downtown Apache Junction and the major buildings and activities within the downtown. sPS:ifSiipl •atmmrnmmm fi'1 sss C»t leaiTersim SB*t'm .fTh’-i-t-1^::■SiiWmS-'S ?§-W;s'-.-r'C a)Develop a sip template that can he nsed for public roadway signs.A $ b)Upgrade the existing sips along the roadways identifying city afcilities.B $ c)Erect new sips that identify federal,and county building locations.B d)Install seasonal banners along Apache Trail that celebrate the history of Apache jnnetion.C $$ e)Work with local major attractions on installing wayfinding signage.B $ f)Provide secondary street sipage to Downtown Apache Jnnetion and to its "major attractions".B $ 8/31/2010 GOfiL 1.4 ~Strategically focus the branding and advertising to attract winter visitors and special activities. STMTEGES Priority Cost Load Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Establish a program to collect "hard"data on winter visitor statistics.B $ b)Work with local bnsinesses jointly promote or sponsor events and activities. c)Identify ways to attract horse owners and explore the constmction of a trailhead.B $ d)Provide opportunities for stables adjacent to BY parks.C H/i e)Focns advertising and media outreach on outdoor recreation.B $ f)Provide a local events calendar of scheduled activities and events for residents and visitors.&$ Z.THRIE ZONE CONCEPT scale commeglal js^anil^In l^fh from Berldiantp,Winchester ^Dng%ache trail. STMTEGIES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Divide the dovmtown area into three distinctive zones for work program.N/I GOAL SI -Idodify the Generad Plan,city codes and pidicies to Meet the Special nature of the iowntown and unigueness of oach of the three idistricts. STPJTEGES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Create a zoning overlay zone for each of the three districts.A $ b)Develop new Desip Guidelines for each of three Downtown Zones.B $$ c)Allow non-conforming properties more latitude in redeveloping by modifying the zoning code.A $ Modify the General Plan to represent the downtown area as a mixed nse desipation. e)Amend the zoning code to allow mixed uses by right in all zoning districts in the downtown. A C N/A f)Revise the sip code to allow signs reflective of each district A $ g)Consider the nse of "revocahle permits “for ground mounted"signs along Apache Trail C 3.fiPICHE TRIIL MEDIM GOAL 3J -yisually lie jhe downtown together through the enhanced treatment ef medians in the downtown area focusing en Apaphe Trail; 8/31/2010 m ” T-j n ’-LJaleadPereof—^ ?:"'llfatus*^m ;ssX;-V>•Pr :post ,i'rM“y a le ->ma‘,i ■•ii i ,7''yiii. a)The nninher of lanes on Apache Trail shonld remain as 6 lanes.A N/i b)The width of the center median on Apache Trail should remain intact and preserved.A K/A c)The medians from Meridian to Winchester shonld be enhanced to visually link the three zones.A $$$ d)The median improvements shonld include lighting,pnhlic art,sipage and additional landscaping.B $$$ e)On-street bike lanes shonld be added along Apache Trail 5 $ 1€011 3.2 -Median improvements should be constructed in a systematic’way with a consistent set of improvements over the multi -year project. ■7l:ys:Cost lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame ActionsJ;Status.‘'VN iv.'X:•V-.‘.V ,V;v-'.v ^a)The improvements on the median shonld be done systematically and in a phased fashion. V^n)Landscape center medians shonld be added on key adjacent streets. A C $$$ ;C0A13.3 -Provide safe and convenient aon-motor access along and across Apache frail. •'i Vo?"•,v s.Support Dept.fv r Cbstf lead Person Time.Frame•r-av'?:b.y y Si:r?/■.'t•f •a.''4^',1?V(,A.-sis ■yry-j:riy.y-'i::.V;. a)Provide an 8 foot wide sidewalk along both sides of Apache Trail C $$ b)Provide striped crosswalks at signalized intersections and provide midpoint sipals in the medians.B $$ c)Signalize the Winchester-Old West Highway intersections.$$ d)Assess connecting aftnre trails into the Town Center.B $ 4.REVimLIZmON/ECONQliHC VITALITY GoW 4.1 -The barriers to revitalization of.small properties (especially in the Transition District)should be mitigated. _.1;liipbrt Depi |ime:f|ra^^^'Cost ;leiJpPgnmiiJ b’■i'-'K-fi''% •V•j- .1 a)Enconrage commercial bnildings to connect to existing sewer lines throngh financial incentives.B $ b)Address the existing flood plain desipation along the north side of Apache TraiL A $ c)Impact fees waived for new development less than 20,000 spare feet in Transition Zone.A N/A GOAL 4.2 -Support the revitalization of existing buildings and smaller properties in the Transition Zone as a unique commercial entity. .^'i'.c,§iijipg!i^e]^y|iij||fi^e Status ^I*'['V, 8/31/2010 a)Mopt design pidelines for Transition firea in order to achieve a more sonthwestera image.B $ b)Establish an ongoing Transition District Bnsiness Owner Association for this area.A K/i c)Sponsor a series of businesses development seminars to promote the area.B d)Secnre federal,state,or county monies for an ongoing fagade matching grant program.B K/fi e)Identify key locations within the district to erect western features to support the brand.C f)Facilitate adjacent property owners working together to improve access.N/fi g)Provide free initial architectural desip assistance to properties that are proposing to remodel £N/fi dOiH 4|-:Deveiop a iawiitown that is iiiiiguB withia its loiinflaries anS im the .freeway oreiitefl uses along IIS ®0. CostSTMTEGESPriority Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame £ctions Status €al The zoning code shonld he revised to reflect the nniqne characteristics of each Zone.B K/fi b)Offer three year partial tax rebate to local businesses to erlocate downtown.C $, c)Allocate percent of new city sales tax from development ontside downtown to DT.N/fi lafiHviily lacnint small locally ■avraiei lusinesses aii upn^atai!aigamzations :fof tha cfnsitlon lisliict ^aird the Town iehter.■ STRATEGIES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Make personal contact with targeted businesses in adjacent commnnities. b)Participate and make presentation to loc^civic gronps on Downtown AJ.N/fi c)Establish an annual award given to most sipificant revitalization contribution.A N/fi d)Consider foming a BD for enhanced services.C $ |j^4S -Promote fourism in Iphche funclion and the downtown as the home base or trail head for visiting the area’s attractions. Time FrameCostSTRATEGESPrioritySupportDept.Actions StatusLeadPerson a)Work with local and regional agencies to coordinate and promote the downtown area.A K/fi b)Establish a commnnity based organization with representatives from major tonrist attractions.A K/fi c)Consider dedicating a potion of the City of Apache Jnnction’s Transient Lodging Tax for tonrism.B $ GOAL 4.€-Promote pblic art and local artists as a unigue feature of public and private downtown development and for creating a unique niche in the downtown.; Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept..Time Frame Actions StatusSTRATEGES 8/31/2010 a)Allocate 1%of the constrnction cost of new public projects for art vrithin downtown.C $ h)Public art projects should attempt to select artists from the area.£N/i c)Invite voinnteers from the arts conunimity to review new city public projects.B N/fl d)Involve students at C£C in a local dovmtown arts competition.C N/i e)Work with the arts commnnity to secure a building for a local retail oatlet for local artists.C $ IGOiL4.7 -Indentify and support strong,existi it are in or closi to the downf£ ■■••-j.u-StatusCostVJictions■-{,V-.-'■}-•ia-•i .ul-h'ff.'?*■ a)Program infrastrcnctnre improvements (water,sewer,streets)to eliminate defiencies and enhance liveability.£ b)Provide safe,convenient pedestrian connections between neighborhoods and downtown,paiticnlarly to Downtown Core, c)Establish occassional neighborhood Saturday clean-ap events;with city staff assistance and a picnic hosted by the city. B $C B $ Coal 4.8 -Focus on attracting additional quality housing in or near the downtown to support the commercial areas and to provide alternatives for existing and new residents. Vi s-AvM'*'.V:.'Cost;:Time FrameSupportDept.•i : a)iUow mixed by irght in all three dovmtown B N/i b)Develop programs to recmit specialty honsing for nnipe groups snch as stndents from CiC,winter visitors,and seniors.B N/i c)Provide a density honns for market-rate nmltiple-family honsing that provides 10 per cent of its units as affordable.B N/i d)Pursue federal,state funding that provide assistance for high qnality affordable honsing that meets desip pidelines.B N/i Coal 4.9 -Provide a program for negative or outdated residential development to upgrade or transition to a more supportive land use. -vijmX'LUiJja ^rnpniyr a)Establish a volnntary rental honsing assistance program to aid dislocated residents.(Complementary with 7.Sb)B N/i b)Conduct regnlar inspections of developments that have repeated code violations or frequent police calls for senrice.i N/i c)Help property owners secnre county,state or federal monies to npgrade existing afcilities,bnild new affordable honsing.N/i r5.poimowircofe T T —■rr—T •-,:T::•;f. ;:V' •••y GOAL 5.1 -Create a Downtown Core that is the symbolic center of the community. r.•J ”,Priority tv '‘•'c /-•:c-vV 8/31/2010 a)Organize the Downtown Core into three identifiable centers.£N/i b)Reinforce "Y"intersection as center of downtown to establish community identity.N/i c)Modify the Meridian Redevelopment Area to include the gap in the downtown.£N/£ d)Upon request expand the City Center District Zoning to inclnde the entire Tovra Center area.£ GOMi -fncDiporate uitan and iiniguely Apache fiinctipn design alements in the huilding af the fown Center. .STRATEGIES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame lotions iftSS mm a)Approve a new downtown "Main Street"design as a pedestrian oriented street.K/£ b)Bnild new "Main Streets”in the core of downtown.C $$$ c)Improve existing streets as a "Main Street"in downtown core.$$$C d)Incorporate the Elements of a Great Downtown into mandatory desip pidelines.B K/fi e)Incorporate sustainable elements in the downtown as a reqnirement for new development.C $ In^lhe'fciffiii Geiiter.ii ^poitunitips to spar'us STRITEGES Priority Cost load Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status a)Explore the purchase of land to connect Idaho and Horth Apache Trail £ b)Consider partnerships with the owners of the existing lands within the Town Center.C $ c)Work with the property owner of older shopping centers to improTe commercial viability.C d)Enconrage owners of commercial properties to work together to create a new "Main Street".C $ iGM :Deydlop a cfunmaitity and special events locatiph. ^dTRATEGES Support Dept ActionsPriorityCostLeadPersonTimeFrame Status a)Improve North Apache Trail as a “Main Street”.B $$$ b)Consider the potential of acqniring the two fonr nnit bnildings along Korth Apache.B $$ c)Desip the reconstmction of Horth Apache Trad as a facility that can accommodate special events.A $$ d)Consider incorporating a ronndabont in Korth Apache Trail with a stage in the center of street A $ COAL S.5 -Ensure compatibility of new development with existing neighborhoods. Cost I Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame |StatusSTRATEGESPriorityActions 8/31/2010 a)High density honsing should be concentrated along Idaho and along the North Apache Trail m b)Lower density honsing should he focnsed along Winchester north cf the Old West highway.N/i c)Honsing over 2 stories should be of varying heights especially if next to residential areas.C m d)Activities with noise should he located in the middle of the Town Center.B m 6.Supporting Principles 1 f T T Coal 6.1 -Establish a building form and design palette that is uniquely ilpache Junction. ■-'’ft''v_.-.-o I-■XV.■x■K V'A'*- r.'ft.“X ^a)Incoiporate southwestern architecture as the primary desip reqnirement. b)Connect all areas of the Downtown Core with shaded sidewalks w/new development. K/i m c)Select Street rnrnitnre that reflects a sonthwestern image.$ d)Install a continuous row of nnipe street lights along Apache Trail C $$ e)Provide a variety of building heights in the Town Center to create the impression bnildings evolved over time.&m f)Create a sense of excitement by nsing color,lights,sips and banners,particularly in Town Center.$$£ g)Enhance Focal Point by unproving adjacent comers (Welcome sip on KW corner).$ Coal 6.2 -Provide accessibility and basic infrastructure system to support development. .'Iy'-:■■■•l-■AH •'Ti •r j ■r-.: .■v.-HV-'-:-•Ale;--;A ■\rvi ■X-X.■•>I-I ; a)Roads i.Install ronndabont at Snperstition/SR 88.B $$-C ii.Restripe Apache Trail to create three 10-foot lanes with a 6-foot bike lane.B $ iii.Use landscaping cnrbs,or other device to protect pedestrians at driveways and along major streets.A $ iv.Install cnrb and ptter and nse straight tapered transitions for tnm lanes/Apache Trail B $$ V.Realip Scenic Drive;Create Plaza Dr.connections in two locations.C $$ vi.With Town Center,consider trolley to connect CAC,neighborhoods with DT Core.$$C vii.Install landscaped median on Idaho Rd.C $$ viii.Repire new development to bnOd "Main Streets"at time of development.A H/A b)Trails i.Connect the downtown to the larger community horse and bike trails system.A $ 8/31/2010 / ii.Install horse faciHties in Town Center as tenninns for conurmnity trail system.C $$ iii.Establish an epestrian/multipnipose trail head convenient to Downtom C $ iv.Develop a comprehensive Pedestrian Circulation Plan that connects 3 areas of Downtown Core.6 $$ V.Explore securing grant for "Park and Share"facility for carpooling and special event parking.B $ c)Water and Sewer Service i.Enlarge the water line to 12"on Apache Trail as part of its reconstruction.B $ ii.Offer incentives for existing development to connect septic system to SMCFD #1.B N/fl iii.Work with property owners east of Idaho Rd.to gange interest in improvement district.C N/fi d)Flood Control i.Conduct study to for handling drainage in Downtown and in flood zone.A N/A (ii.Develop a comprehensive approach to storm water management B $ 3Goal8.^-Hem cf the mountain bachdrop at key iocations should be considered in new developments. V Mus;Lead Person |ept-W-. ■"-V,K--.H a)Preserve the view,if possible,of Superstition Mountains from the T'.K/A b)Require a variety of bnUding heights in large developments to ensure view corridors.A N/A c)Protect the Four Peaks view along H.Apache M with the "Main Street"desip.N/A Goal 6.4 -Identify a variety of event locations and'activities that will attract residents and visitors alike into the downtown or the region. Prionty|\SiKpjrtilJdpt.Cost :a'>-} y.-r-V )Work with Pinal county to acquire rodeo grounds.B $$$ )Incorporate Public Space into desip and construction of N.Apache Trail A $ c)Propam this Public Space for live entertainment activities,such as weekend music jamboree.C $ d)Work with region to attract and propam special events in the Downtown (Day of the Cowboy,etc).C $ e)Identify existing activities,such as Barleen's,that could be connected or attracted to Downtown.A N/A f)Consider aRocation of a dedicated portion of the city’s Transient Lodging Tax to promote tourism.B N/A Goal 6.5 -New development in the Downtown Core shall utilize the principles of sustainability and serve as a local example of a model 21st Century downtown. .0 1.c '."i I'i v:r•e V.•--V-.’J-v'•? Id ^■’j•-\.•K-'i-'■diiii. a)Explore the use of solar collectors to power decorative tree lights in the median and right-of-way.A $ 8/31/2010 '• &b)Consider alteraative paving desip that is porons for the on-street parking on "Main Street".$ Rc)Promote the Downtown as a "Green City"as part of its 21st Centnry City image.m Coal 6.6 -Within the downtown the City Council should he pro-active in eliminating Might and indicators of decline (Nuisance Ibatement). -.Mpns \;;Support Dept.StatusPriorityCostLeadPersonTime-Frame a)Continne a proactive code enforcement program in the downtown focnsed on blight and visnal issues.£$ Rb)Aggressively and proactively enforce the city codes regarding vacant buildings and hnildings in disrepair.$ c)Utilize volunteers,Community Service workers for regular maintenance on city property;low-income private properties.R N/i d)Establish a dovnitown "Spring Clean-np"in the fall of each year prior to the arrival of winter visitors.$ When normal enforcement is not effective the city shonld nse abatement procedures to clean np properties,bill owners.R m t ImDiemeritatioii and Measuring Success Coal II -The Downtown revitalization program should De organized as a long-term offort by the City of fipache Junction government,residents,businesses,and property owners. If Cost lea Actionsitsonbu'■••.•-,7-1••Sr.'.:;-.,i.” "■Tri li.a;. Ra)Develop Capital Improvements Program to inclnde Downtown projects.N/fi Ab)Develop an annnal Work Program with an Implementation Matrix.K/A c)City Council shonld adopt the Downtown Annnal Work Program as part of its budget process.$$ d)City should cooperate and develop strong alliances with existing downtown-supporting organizations.A N/A 6^1.2 -The city organization should place a high focus on implementation of the Downtown Strategy and the revitalization of the downtown. StatusPriorityCostTimeFrame. Aa)Create staff Dovimtown Technical Committee with responsibility to implement Annnal Work Program.N/A b)Assip a staff person as Dovimtown Coordinator. c)Assip additional staff snpport to angment the Downtown Coordinator.A N/A Goal 7.3 -The city should review all of its codes,processes and fees relating to.development in the downtown to ensure consistent support for the revitalization program. mm ;mmm ~:Actions ■'■S'.‘i . Ba)Amend Zoning Code to allow staff-level approval for small projects in Transition Zone.$ 8/31/2010 V ^ b)Modify the Meridian Redevelopment Area boundaries to correspond with Project Study boundaries.&N/fi Bc)Bmend Zoning Code to reflect three Downtown Zones.N/fi d)Develop Eeonomic Development website focnsed on the Downtown to provide infonnation to the public.N/fi Be)City Toolkit should be np-dated to reflect conect infonnation.N/fi Coal M -The ^eiMopmeitt frocess in^royements slrodld consider liow to make the review and process for mew flevolopment and tuilding permits In the downtown area more nHicient.This should,where appropriate,differentiate between amall developments and laiper de^opments,^ Ictions StatusSTRilTEGESPriorityCostLeadPersonSupportDept.Time Frame''M .> % a)Establish a development project tracking system to docnment predictability for applicant.N/fi b)Require staff comments prior to Preliminary Development Review meeting.A N/fiCc)Written comments shonld be given to applicant at beginning of PDR meeting.fi N/fi d)Appoint and train Planners to be Project Managers as single point of contact N/fi e)Track development projects and time in the process.N/fi f)Prepare an ongoing report on the status of each project and permit on a bi-weekly basis.N/fi Bg)Conduct semi-ammal training program on cnstomer service.$ h)Establish an ongoing cnstomer feedback system for each appKcation.N/fi i)Revise the Infill Incentive District to reflect actual incentives.N/fi -The icify:sliehid pursneiederal'and^state;§r®feJni|prD|ramstpi reidMizelo»meighhoilieods:iid’r:0mmercial areas nnd ietermlnfe mnnuallyjras part |f|he.l]nflpel-process,*ihat is the miost effective way to npend public dollars to revitalize d^^^^./ .ActionsSupportDept.Time Frame StatusPriorityCostLeadPersonSTMTEGES^^- V-d)Utilize CDBG and State Housing Trust Fund dollars to continue with the city's housing rehab program.A N/fi b)Explore Relocation Assistance Program for change of nse of existing snbstandard mobile home parks.B N/fi c)Seek FEMA /Pinal Connty Floed Control afnding for improvements on north side of Apache Trail H/fi d)Focns TEA-21 transportation enhancement efnding toward downtown revitalization projects.N/fi e)Direct city's annnal allocation of CDBG fimds toward the revitalization efforts of Downtown.A N/fi 8/31/2010 1 it:,..I/1 1 ? ) I/' a ^■1 <■)!:f'^.4"<j ,l 'v ;.i!■ V i*''1 I II:( I l< I / 1 I, /I I1 1 i( I . ! )'lI I/ fV 5 I Jy. ( .r V X» 1 IJ-I)f i JtJ i,;yK,I\Ikf':{ Prepared for: City of Apache Junction nr Consulting ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Mayor and City Council John Insalaco,Mayor R.E.Eck,Vice Mayor Richard M.Dietz,Councilman Robin Barker,Councilwoman Chip Wilson,Councilman Jeff Serdy,Councilman Doug Coleman,Councilman City Manager George Hoffman Assistant City Manager Bryant Powell Economic Development Director Steve Filopowicz gom.mii.mty.De_yje.lQpment Director Brad Steinke Business Advocate -Project Manager Janine Hanna-Solley Proctram_Coordinator for CDBG and Housing Pr Heather Patel C \ ,1 c LS Table of Contents I.Introduction Setting ....... Vision 1 3.VISITOR POPUULTION FINDINGS 4.MARKET DEMAND FINDINGS 5.GENERAL CONCLUSIONS X.Community Ownership and Outreach 34 34II.2 35 III.4 35 IV.Guiding Principles 1.UNIQUE IDENTITY/BRANDING... 2.THREE ZONE CONCEPT 3.APACHE TRAIL MEDIAN.... 4.REVrriALIZATION/ECONOMIC VITALITY 5.DOWNTOWN CORE.... Supporting Principles Implementation and Measuring Success Existing Conditions and Analysis 1.DELINEATION OF “DOWNTOWN AREA” 2.GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM 3.ZONING ........ 4.EXISTING LAND USE 5.FUTURE LAND USE Infrastructure Assessment 1.TRAFFIC 2.WATER SERVICE 3.SEWER SERVICE 4.FLOOD CONTROL Market Analysis and Evaluation 1.RESIDENT MARKET SEGMENT FINDINGS 2.EMPLOYEE MARKET SEGMENT FINDINGS 5 XI.Appendix... A.Base maps 37 5 A-1 to A>14 7 1.Project Study Area......... 2.Redevelopment Districts 3.Infill Incentive Districts. A-1 9 A-2CIIA-3 15 4.Downtown Zones 5.Apache Trail Median 6.FEMAFlood Zones.... 7.Downtown Core S.Conceptual “Main Street”Design 9.Downtown Circulation Map 10.Main Street Program Boundaries........ 11.Single Central Business District.... 12.Existing Downtown Zoning 13.Water District Boundaries 14.Sewer Service and District Boundaries B.Proposed Downtown Work Plan.. C.Traffic Analysis and Impact Criteria D.Technical Advisory Committee E.Stakeholders Group F.Sign Code Matrix G.Downtown Zoning Checklist H.Characteristics of a Great Downtown ........ A-4 A-5V.18 A-6 VI.21 A-7 A-8VII.24)A-9 25 A-10 26 A-11 27 A-12 28 A-13 29 A-14 ..B-1 to B-9 C-1to C-11 VIII.29 c 29 D-130E-131.F-1 toF-5 G-1 to G-332 IX.32 H-l 33 33 Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy ) IntroductionI. The overall objective of the City of Apache Junction Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy (DRIS)is to present a framework for creating a downtown that is vibrant and reflects the heritage of the community as it evolves into a 21st century city. The framework takes into account and honors previous planning efforts,but reflects that plans are meaningless unless they are flexible,realistic,and are implemented.The specific objective is to provide a strategic plan that balances these essential needs creating a realistic and implementable program that results in a vibrant downtown Apache Junction. ES!.Bi=l'ES-J irt,-•■,>> c The overall approach was to build off the previous efforts while focusing on creating a downtown that is unique in the competitive market place.Factors that already make Apache Junction's downtown different and unique were evaluated along with those that can be implemented in the future.Given the many communities in the metropolitan area, the question was posed,"why would an investor,consumer,or resident select downtown Apache Junction over other commercial areas?"The answer to that questioh was key to developing an effective strategy and was a driving force in developing the Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy.The answer to the question of creating a uniquely Apache Junction downtown is contained in the vision statement and the five Guiding Principles of the DRIS. > Project Study Boundary Agreatdeal of "visioning"has occurred overthe past several years and a variety of downtown plans developed.A thorough review and evaluation of the previous plans was conducted looking for common themes and areas of consensus.Based on this review and findings a shared vision was developed that is reflected in the plan.It was tested against economic factors to ensure that it was realistic and flexible enough to adapt to changing conditions. The DRIS can be grouped into five major themes or "Guiding Principles"that represent the essentials of creating a vibrant downtown.This includes establishing a distinctive image, focusing on both private and public investment,identifying visual improvements,building optimism,and providing the framework for a pedestrian zone.Added to this are seven "Supporting Principles"that complement and expand on the "Guiding Principles". Taking an existing linear commercial area that is approximately two miles in length and developed when Apache Trail was a major highway (US 60)and create a downtown focus and feel is not an insignificant challenge.In order to create effective strategies to revitalize downtown,it was necessary to combine elements of the prior programs and efforts and boundaries into a single,well-defined geographic boundary for the downtown area. Utilizing information from previous studies and an evaluation of relevant data,a boundary specifically focused on downtown revitalization has been established.The boundary extends from Meridian to Winchester along Apache Trail,and includes the Civic Center/ Governmental complex to the north and the Central Arizona College campus to the south. Whenever this document refers to the "Project Study Area"or "Downtown Area"it is this boundary that is being described (See Appendix A-1). C J Specifically,the DRIS provides an analysis of the existing conditions of the downtown Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 1 Indians occupied the central Arizona area utilizing the existing rivers for farming.During the 19th Century pioneers seeking farm land and miners seeking gold in the nearby Superstition Mountains were attracted to the area.What is now known as Apache Trail was a trading route for the settlers and travelers connecting the Apache Junction area to the mining and farming communities.Construction of the Roosevelt Dam project on the Salt River during the first part of the 20th Century used this trading route as the main access and led to the designation of the route as a road in 1905.In the early part of the 20th Century the Apache Trail was also an important side-trip for Southern Pacific passengers from Phoenix to visit the cliff dwellings and Roosevelt Lake along this rugged, scenic route. area identifying the strengths,weaknesses,opportunities,and threats including infrastructure and market reality.From that practical foundation the DRIS identifies a shared vision of what the future downtown should be and the role it should play in the future.To achieve the vision,a set of Goals and Strategies were established to further define the plan.Building on the DRIS principles,the goals and strategies identify the individual steps necessary to create a vibrant downtown.The final portion of the DRIS,an implementation program,becomes the key component tying the community vision,guiding principles,and supporting principles into an achievable package.The DRIS is intended to provide the basis for decisions and actions by the community.City Council,staff and ,property owners over the next 10 to 15 years.The strategy provides a framework within which the city government and private developers can assume a strong leadership role in both creating and revitalizing the downtown. DGeorgeCurtis,one of the areas early residents,established "The Apache Junction Inn"at the junction of the road to the Roosevelt lakes area and the highway leading east to the mining areas of Superior and Globe. As commercial development began to occur at the junction and along the road,the area known as Apache Junction became to be viewed as the jumping off point from civilization to the rugged west serving both the needs of the motorist and tourists alike.There was no city called "Apache Junction",just an unincorporated area of Pinal County nestled in the fopthills of the Superstition Mountains. The Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy is intended to be incorporated into the City of Apache Junction's General Plan.It provides a link between the comprehensive long term vision of the community as reflected by its General Plan and the day to day operations of the community.It is therefore,a key instrument in carrying out the vision of the community. Southern eac- After seven unsuccessful attempts,the City of Apache Junction was incorporated on November 24,1978.A 1979 Special Census showed the population as 10,151,a 424% increase over the 1970 census count of 2,390. 3Duringthisperiodoftime,and up until the early 1990's when US 60 was moved two miles south, Apache Trail served as a highway oriented business strip beginning in Apache Junction and continuing into Mesa and Phoenix.With the relocation of US 60,Apache Trail SettingII. Apache Junction is a city in Pinal County adjacent to the Phoenix metropolitan area in central Arizona.According to 2008 tensus Bureau estimates,the population of the city 32,776.The Apache Junction area,like much of central Arizona was the home of the Hohokam Indians from approximately 500 BC to 1100 AD.Following this period the Pima was City of Apache Junction2 began a slow decline as a regional commercial area and began serving more and more as a commercial area for services and convenience shopping for local residents. report that describes what the downtown should look like and function in the year 2020. A key point in the stated vision was that "Apache Trail is no longer a highway taken to get from Point A to Point B.Rather it is a local boulevard where people experience many visual pleasures."Within the last twenty years the city has began to grow as a bedroom suburb of the Phoenix metropolitan area with that growth accelerating in the last 10 years.The predominate growth in the Phoenix metropolitan area has been in the eastern portion of Maricopa County,however,in the last 10 years the growth has spread to the western part of the county and within Pinal County especially along the 1-10 corridor.Although Apache Junction is in Pinal County (with one small exception)it is influenced by Maricopa County and the city of Mesa,and the southeast valley. ) From this effort two Redevelopment Districts were eventually formed (See Appendix A 2)for a summary of the different districts)extending from Meridian to Winchester. The first one was the Crossroads Redevelopment Area (1998),followed by the Meridian Redevelopment Area in 2000. Additionally,in 2004 the city formed three Infill Incentive Districts (See Appendix A-3). State statute allows cities tp form these districts to stimulate new development in infill areas.With an approved Infill Incentive District Plan,the city may approve expedited processing,expedited zoning and rezoning processes,municipal fee waivers,and/or relief from development standards.Infill Incentive Districtsin Apache Junction currently describe other (fee waivers, construction infrastructure,etc.) that the city can provide,but those tools have generally not been funded or applied.Relief from development standards is not included in the description of what Apache Junction can offer new business, but the Plan could be amended to do so. Regardless,the Infill Incentive Districts C Historically the city's commercial development has been concentrated along Apache Trail with limited development along Superstition Boulevard and Broadway Road.With the relocation of US 60 as a freeway approximately two miles south commercial development began to spring up along the freeway.That trend is expected to continue,especially at the Idaho interchange,which is conducive to big box retail and larger shopping centers.incentives public ofWiththetransferin 1991 of the Apache Trail right of wjay from Arizona Department of Transportation to the City there have been several major reports and studies focused on what to do with the commercial area along Apache Trail to revitalize it and make it into a real downtown.One of the first significant efforts (1995)was the "Vision 2020" C iiiii 3.4^ VS Redevelopment Districts Infill Incentive Districts Vision111.should be considered an effective tool in stimulating redevelopment and funding should be provided,where appropriate,to make the incentives real and meaningful. A key player in recent years in the downtown has been the Main Street organization which was formed in 2002.Its mission is to strengthen the relationship between the business community and the city and aid in the revitalization of the core business district.Main Street has its own Board of Directors and is a Section 503 non-profit organization.A substantial amount of its funding has come through the city and it was a major sponsor of the 2002 Town Hall. To create a downtown within the community as a central place or focal point that residents and visitors alike would identify as the functional and symbolic "heart"of the cit.y" u The purpose of the downtown study is to create a plan of action that identifies a strategy and a framework of goals for creating a downtown ortown centerthat reflects the heritage of the Apache Junction community as it evolves into a 21st Century city.The community's vision is to create a central place or focal point within the community that residents and visitors alike would identify as the center or symbolic "heart"of the city.This center would ideally contain key governmental services,retail (both local and regional),offices, educational opportunities,entertainment venues,residential uses,and cultural facilities all retaining the western heritage that is uniquely Apache Junction.The revitalized downtown while reflecting a variety of types of development,architecture,and uses reinforce the message of "Discover the West -Discover Apache Junction". The Town Hall meeting has been the most significant public process in defining the future for the downtown.This effort centered on community residents coming together to develop ideas to guide the future of the downtown utilizing the national "Main Street" Program's eight guiding principles for revitalization.From this effort three improvement projects were approved by the City Council in 2002:Phelps Drive South,Old West Highway, and Apache Trail North.Only Phelps Drive was constructed (See Appendix A-4 for the boundaries of Main Street). 3 Since the incorporation of Apache Junction there have been many studies recommending the commercial strip along Apache Trail be modified to serve as the "downtown"for the City.While some of the recommendations have i'been very "creative"or at least interesting,f most of the recommendations have been valid [.* and "spot on"from a community consensus and city planning perspective. This vision is not original with this downtown study,and with slightly different wording, has been reflected over the last 20 years in Apache Junction's downtown studies.However, it is also equally clear that very little actual change has occurred from those prior studies. The emphasis of this plan is to develop a strategy that is clear in direction,detailed in recommendations and capable of being implemented in small increments. 2020 t —"t "■•sir .^23525^' The vision statement is sometimes viewed as fluff or merely necessary words to get to the real "stuff".In developing a plan that really achieves change the vision statement is critically important in ensuring success.This is especially true in the public sector.If the community,staff,and City Council have a shared vision then almost anything can be accomplished.This shared vision cannot be casually endorsed but has to be a commitment by everyone and has to be aggressively reinforced on a continuous basis. 3 The plan,where appropriate,builds on the recommendations of prior plans,but it also sets a new and unique direction.Given the community consensus in the past,it is remarkable that very little actual change has resulted from the prior studies.The emphasis of this plan is therefore to develop a strategy that is clear in direction,detailed in recommendations and capable of being implemented in small increments.\j' City of Apache Junction4 Guiding Principles image and it is important that the City promote this "brand"and that it is reflected in new development and revitalization.The "western brand"is not intended to be confined to a historical cowboy image,but rather the spirit of the west which reflects people who exhibited ^n iridepehdence of attitudes,love of the outdoors,appreciation forthe natural beauty of the area,and an active lifestyle.However,it also represented people who were friendly.Would help their neighbor in times of need,and who were loyal and committed to building a better community for theniselves and their children.Capturing all of these different shades of what it means to be "western"is difficult but can be done if the message and brand is simple and repeated consistently.The following recommendations begin the process of brand identification but the concept of branding and creating a unique downtown permeates all of the recommendations contained in the downtown strategy program. )1.UNIQUE IDENTITY/BR2LNDING One of the keys to a successful downtown is identifying the "niche"or brand of a downtown.In the Phoenix metropolitan area,with many competing downtown and retail centers,the community needs to identify what distinguishes downtown Apache Junction from development along US 60 and other newer suburban shopping centers. This is critical to long term success.Attracting investment into a community means more than simply wooing business and industry to expand and relocate there.In most cases a community's reputation or the perceptions of the community by outsiders'acts as a major gatekeeper for the success of economic development and revitalization efforts. One of the key components in a successful downtown strategy is to identify the correct brand or image it wants to project in order to create the most successful place in the marketplace. C Goal 1.1 -Adopt a consistent brand that focuses on the Superstition Mountains as the main image for the community and downtown and incorporates the "western"feel of Apache Junction in areas such as equestrian,historical mining,cowboy life style,and outdoor and recreational activities. The downtown brand or image may vary by what section of Apache Trail is being considered;however,it is important that the brand be clearly identified and consistently promoted,in the final analysis the commitment to a shared vision by the City Council and the community is essential to its success and to the overall success of downtown Apache Junction. Strategies - a)Include this "brand"in the promotion of the downtown and incorporate it in the following areas of new development in the downtown: *Promotion •Landscape •Street Furniture «Signage •Architecture •Color and Materials •Lighting C The brand has to be unique enough and carried out with such consistency that it will draw people off of US 60.In addition,it is critical that the major entries into Apache Junction be clearly defined so that people visually know when they are entering downtown Apache Junction.Creating a clear visual edge to the community improves the perception of Apache Junction but also differentiates it from other suburban communities where you're not sure if you are in one city or another.b)Consistency with the "brand"as reflected in different zones should be required (ordinances),encouraged (design guidelines or incentives),or left to the discretion of individual property owners depending on the location within the downtown.The strongest positive image that Apache Junction has is the western/southwestern Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy s b)At the major intersections into Apache Junction specific improvements should be made to define the major entries.The following are the priorities of these gateway improvements: c)Funding (even a small amount)should be set aside each year to promote the brand in .“" newspapers,magazines,or trade publications.,^ 7 3 .f - >. s.d)Adopt a logo and color palate consistent with the brand and use them on public signs,street furniture,light poles and other visible public improvements. i.Old West Highway and US 60e)Emphasize the brand (outdoor recreation,western music/live entertainment, horses,southwest images,and mining)in business recruitment and retention efforts as well as special events.3ii.Meridian and Apache Trailf)Create a western image for the Transition Zone that incorporates the old Arizona feel of modest wood or adobe buildings, hand painted signs,and southwest images. ■3 1 iii.State Route 88 and Superstition Boulevardj !'3 U . iv.Ironwood Drive and the southern city limits (Elliott)<I' Goal 1.2 -Clearly define the edges or entries of the community and the downtown to create a separate identity and image.The purpose is to create a unique identity and brand for the community,and to create a sense of arrival into the downtown. Goal 1.3 -Develop a comprehensive wayfinding program that identifies Downtown Apache Junction and the major buildings and activities within the downtown. Strategies - a)Gateways such as arches over a street,lights,and signage should be installed at key locations in the downtown area to emphasize the boundaries of each area: Strategies - a)Develop an attractive,unique,simple sign template that can be used for public roadway signs on Apache Trail,Old West Highway,and Idaho Road.3 b)Upgrade the existing public signs along the roadways identifying city facilities including the city hall,library,visitors'center,and rnulti-generational center. i.Apache Trail median between Idaho and North Apache Trail ii,Focal Point Intersection and adjacent North Apache Trail c)Erect new directional signs that incorporate the federal and county building location. r3Iiii.Idaho and Apache Trail City of Apache Junction6 d)Install seasonal banners along Apache Trail that celebrate the history and character of the City of Apache Junction and rotate them on a regular basis. trails into the downtown. E:^pl6re the construction of an equestrian ahd hiking trailhead oh the Bureau of Land Mahagement property at jdaho Road and Scenic brlvef'' ■)5-, e)Coordinate with local major attractions to create a program allowing them to participate in providing public wayfinding signs with the attraction identified as part of the sign message. d)Provide opportunities (if necessary,modify the zoning code)fpr stables adjacent to RV parks for winter equestrian visitors consistent with and sensitive to the context of the existing neighborhood. f)Provide signage on Broadway Avenue and Superstition Boulevard as they intersect Meridian Road directing drivers to Downtown Apache Junction and to the "Major Attractions"in Apache Junction.C e)Focus advertising and media outreach efforts on western,equestrian,boating,and outdoor recreation using the Superstition Mountains backdrop.Goal 1.4 -Strategically focus marketing to attract winter visitors and to promote special activities. f)The City,working with the Chamber,should provide a local events calendar of scheduled activities and events for residents and visitors with an emphasis on \winter residents during the seas. Strategies - a)Establish a program to collect "hard"or real data on winter visitor statistics,including numbers,impact on sales taxes,types of visitors,duration of stay,and desired amenities. 2.THREE ZONE CONCEPT Downtowns for small to mid-size cities are traditionally compact and relatively small with a series of pedestrian oriented streets and walkable blocks.Apache Junction does not have any of those attributes.Apache Trail and the City of Apache Junction still reflect the impact of the relocation of US 60.Development along the road occurred over time as a series of highway oriented Uses that had as a major identity the "V"intersection and the Grand Hotel.The relocation of US 60 two miles south and the demolition of the hotel resulted in (from a downtown perspective)no "there there",that is there is no single point that most people would identify as the center of the community.In addition the long automobile oriented commerciar corridor prevents the creation of a walking area associated with most successful downtowns. b)TheCity,workingwithlocalbusinessessuchasSuperstition Harley-Davidson,Arizona Opry,Goldfield Ghost Town, Superstition Mountain Museum,and Central Arizona College,should jointly promote or sponsor local events focusing on family activities,winter visitor attractions, and regional draws. C PW'Tf m c)Identify ways to attract horse owners to visit and winter in Apache Junction by connecting equestrian■J Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 7 monument.It has two older shopping centers built in the 1950's and a new Fry's Shopping Center that is reflective of newer suburban shopping centers.The zoning classification is mixed reflecting the public,residential,and commercial uses in the area.The commercial is both C-3 and City Center District (CCD).CCD is a new zoning district reflecting an urban development pattern and intensity.The area also has a significant amount of vacant land with over half of the total area as undeveloped and a number of buildings in blighted condition. Goal 2.1 -Create a manageable,pedestrian scale downtown in a commercial area that is two miles in length from Meridian to Winchester along Apache Trail. The approach is to divide the downtown into three zones that reflect the development pattern and architecture of specific areas (See Appendix A-4 for a more detailed map).The three areas or zones that are proposed have existing design characteristics and development building patterns. SmsitBn-loHe’^9 ^*^'Snhfljfen :ZoEt& m oStrategies- a)Divide the downtown area into three zones reflective of their existing and potential land uses and development patterns: Downtown ZonesStartingatMeridianRoadeast to Delaware is typical suburban retail dominated by national names such as Office^Max,Wal-Mart,Starbucks,and Safeway. The current zoning of the area is C-3/PD and CB-2 which is the typical commercial zoning district in Apache Junction.The development pattern has a car orientation,large setback from the street with surface parking,and corporate architecture.Some of the newer buildings such as Superstition Harley-Davidson arid Bank of America provide a good example of contextual architecture within a western theme and add character to the i.Suburban Zone -Retain the existing zoning classifications.Review the existing commercial development requirements and adopt design guidelines to ensure they meet the needs of a suburban zone.Adherence to Design Guidelines would be encouraged but voluntary and incentives would only be granted on a hardship basis by the City Council based on pre-established criteria.area. The second area going east of Delaware to approximately San Marcos Drive extended is a mixture of old strip highway retail uses including hotels,restaurants and gas stations.This area is primarily zoned CB-2.The properties tend to be small and on the north side have significant flood limitations.The development of this area is diverse with many older, dilapidated buildings showing significant indicators of decline with a few key anchor buildings such as Chase Bank and Best Western Apache Junction Inn.Given the smaller lots,older buildings,and a zoning code designed for suburban development revitalization is very difficult in this area. The third area extends along Apache Trail to Winchester and includes both the governmental center and the community college.This area has traditionally been the center of town with the Grand Hotel,highway junction for the lakes,and the Focal Point ii.Transition Zone -Modify the zoning ordinance to provide an appropriate set of development standards and uses to reflect the smaller,more compact properties in this area.A full range of incentives and grant assistance would be allowed to encourage small property upgrades and development.Design Guidelines would be encouraged,but would be mandatory only if matching financial assistance is provided or permit fees waived by the city. D iii.Downtown Core Zone-The core is intended to be the center of the community and the heart of the downtown.It is further divided into three areas: Governmental Center,Town Center,and Educational Center.The existing CCD zoning is the predominate classification for the Town Center.Incentives would be considered for new development to "Jump start"the redevelopment of the o City of Apache Junction8 area.Adherence with the Design Guidelines would be mandatory.matrix shown in Appendix B. Goal 2.2 -Modify the general plan,city codes and policies to reflect the special nature of the downtown and uniqueness of each of the three zones. g)Consider the use of "temporary"or "encroachment"permits for ground nnounted signs along Apache Trail where there exist wide rights of way to allow greater visibility of businesses.) Strategies - 3.APACHE TRML MEDIANa)Create a zoning overlay for each of the three zones to address the uses,development standards,and review process unique to each area.Over the iast 20 years,since the rerouting of US 60,much discussion has occurred about the width of Apache Trail and whether it should be modified.The existing Apache Trail right of way is 160 feet with a landscape center median of approximately 64 feet (See Appendix A-5 for a detailed view). b)Develop new Design Guidelines for each of three downtown zones.The new Design Guidelines for the Suburban Zone will use the existing commercial design guidelines of the City as the starting point,but with added focus on design criteria desired to achieve the goals and objectives of this district.The new Design Guidelines for the Transition Zone wili reflect the smaller,more compact properties of this district and will encourage new development and redevelopment to reflect an "old Arizona" architectural character.The new Design Guidelines for the Downtown Core Zone will use the existing Superstition Square Shopping Center guidelines as the starting point,but with added focus on creating a pedestrian-friendly,identity-building, downtown core. C C)Allow non-conforming properties more latitude in redeveloping properties, buildings,and signs.Modify'the Zoning Code to ailow staff flexibility arid use the standard of moving closer to compliance rather than the present total compliance requirement. C Q Q a d)Modify,the general plan to represent the downtown area (all three zones)as a mixed use designation.I«.5'«4‘M' TlireeUnaofTravel MijwAncrtefSlrMi'^pnintte TtmLmsofTmd Major Aneriti Street Bui<fing$ctfaicfcV>rte3S*tobwl0y WriesSytocwrlOff e)Amend the zoning code to allow mixed uses (residential and non-residential)by right in all zoning districts in the downtown.This wide transportation corridor has served as a barrier for pedestrian movements and the ease of connecting the various commercial properties along the Trail.The six lanes of traffic carry approximately 33,000 trips per day with a dramatic variation in volumef)Revise the sign code to allow signs reflective of each district as indicated in the sign Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 9 of landscaped medians would allow for a continuous landscaping treatment creating an attractive downtown boulevard effect and be the central element of tying the various downtown districts together. Goal 3.1 -Visually tie the downtown together through the enhanced treatment of medians in the downtown area focusing on Apache Trail. between the summer and winter.The road,if reduced to four lanes,could handle the existing and projected future traffic volumes.By eliminating the outside lanes landscaping and better traffic control could be added along the length of Apache Trail.This would allow for a more coherent visual connection along the two mile stretch of Apache Trail tying the disparate areas together. However,the reduction in the number of lanes also might present a sense of additional congestion and divert trips to the parallel streets of Broadway Avenue and Superstition Boulevard which might lessen the commercial viability of the retail uses along Apache Trail. In addition,the high cost and difficulty of constructing the improvements in phases make this a difficult option.An alternative approach is to landscape the existing center median of Apache Trail from Meridian Road to Winchester and create a landscape niedian on key adjacent streets.This action could accomplish the goal of visually tying the physically disjointed downtown together.The median improvements could be done in logical phases over a period of several years and would not disrupted adjacent businesses.The addition i I Strategies - a)The number of lanes on Apache Trail should not be reduced from six to four lanes. b)The width of the center median on Apache Trail should remain intact and preserved for landscaping and potentially any form of transit.3 c)The treatment of the medians from Meridian Road to Winchester should be enhanced to support the downtown image and create a constant visual thread linking the two rhile commercial strip into a more consistent commercial destination. 7?- -^.Conwumie rC m t Zone- !IR1 d)The improvements should include lighting,public art,signage and additional landscaping. V.. kg mm’W -'■-■p^fn ..Zone/ < /;»«> ArrMl jA: :*\<ZOe%»-L 1i 4tO...* -ily ill.«3,i.ih%m Wmmra5r’.JL*m 'j/':S.P Hh¥rJ»1J-ttt 111"fir t Lortdtcafx^ ^CnOy/AnW- 43';-g*?9■.i i :i Potential Apache Trail.A't-I1/1^1 jttr ~rrm's.t,=3?l■"ipMlii‘S T-'r.:r. 1 Hatimil e)On-street bike lanes should be added along Apache Trail by restriping the existing asphalt road and should connect with the overall bike system of the city. H if9 ilil'im s.T:mrlIHEe [Ceii»ultiQg.J-LC. ts ,IApacheJunction-Straetscapes City of Apache Junction10 Goal 3.2 -r Median improvernents should be constructed jn a systematic way with a consistent set of improvements over the multi-year project. 4.REVITIALIZATION/ECONOMIC VITALITY One of the keys to revitalization of a downtown |s the reinvestment in existing businesses and the development of smaller properties.However,this type of small development often is the hardest to achieve and may be cost prohibitive because of the lack of professional assistance,the multitude of existing problems,and the small size of the parcel itself. These inherent barriers become even more significant for the many smaller properties in the central part of Apache Trail.One of the most significant barriers is the flood plain designation and occurrence of some flooding on the north side of Apache Trail.A study that develops the framework for handling drainage in the Downtown Revitalization Area,focusing on the area impacted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Flood Zone should be considered.The study should recommend options to minimize the hazards from flooding and be the basis for refining the limits of the Flood Zone to reflect today's conditions. Strategies -) a)The improvements of the median on Apache Trail should be done in a systematic and phased fashion starting with the median between the Focal Point and Idaho Road.The subsequent median should be identified and budgeted for one section being improved each fiscal year. b)Landscaped center medians should be added on key adjacent streets starting with Idaho Road from the new Broadway Avenue entrance of Central Arizona College to Idaho Road's intersection with North Apache Trail.c WGoal3.3 -Provide safe apd convenient non-motor access along and across Apache Trail.m Strategies - )While a community may understand the need for creating a vision and preparing planning documents,what the community really needs is a market-based,achievable plan which will result in creating a vibrant downtown.Even small changes in a downtown (e.g.Phelps Drive streetscape)can create a sense of optimism and moving forward.Although the return on investment (ROI)is usually not a criterion for public investment in a downtown, from a private standpoint,it is often the only criterion.Consequently,any downtown effort should be based on a sound understanding of the local marketplace and how to focus public improvements and programs to complement the private efforts.Since public dollars are often limited,any plan needs to understand what the public sector can do in truly assisting the private investment,that is,leveraging economic development tools to support the downtown vision.This public-private partnership is one of the keys to being successful. a)Provide an eight foot wide sidewalk along both sides of Apache Trail from Meridian Road to Winchester as redevelopment and median impirovements occur. b)Provide striped crosswalks at all signalized intersections and provide midpoint signals in the medians at the designated crossings.C c)Signalize the Winchester-Old West Highway intersections for automobiles,pedestrians and bicycles. d)Assess the feasibility of connecting any future city trail systems (bike,pedestrian, equestrian,multi-modal]into the Town Center area and identify key intersections for appropriate non-motorized crossing signals. Goal 4.1-The barriers to revitalization of small properties (especially in the Transition Zone)should be mitigated comprehensively and systematically. Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 11 area to market itself with a casual western image and atmosphere taking advantage of smaller renovated buildings.Strategies - a)Commercial buildings currently on septic systems should be encouraged to hook up to existing sewer lines through financial and/or zoning incentives.The City or Superstition Mountain Community Facilities District (SMCFD)#1,by offering incentives for existing development within the Downtown Area to connect to the local sewer system,would encourage redevelopment of existing properties and eventually minimize redevelopment cost. c)The city working with the TBOA should sponsor a series of businesses development seminars to promote the area and the individual skills of the retailers. b)the city should work with FEMA and the Pinal County Flood Control District to initiate the review of the existing flood plain designation along the north side of Apache Trail to determine if the extent of flooding shown on FEMA maps is accurate. If accurate,the City should pursue an Area Drainage Master Plan for the watershed that impacts the north side of Apache Trail and explore options to mitigate the flooding that represents a barrier to revitalization.If the maps are not accurate, the City-Should pursue a map amendment with FEMA or other necessary action as appropriate to formally remove the flood plain designation (See Appendix A-6 for the FEMA Flood Zone map). 3m mi ■lam c)All development fees should automatically be waived for new development and redevelopment projects within the Transition Zone that that are less than 20,000 square feet in building size and meet the adopted Design Guidelines. Goal 4.2 -Support the revitalization of existing buildings and smaller properties in the Transition Zone as a unique commercial entity.3Strategies- a)Adopt design guidelines for this area that are structured to achieve an ojder southwestern (Arizona)highway commercial image through modifying the zoning code and design guidelines. Ixnagme the Possibilities 99ii '■■■■ d)Establish an ongoing fagade and sign matching grant program for smaller businesses using local funds or securing federal,state,or county grants. e)Identify key locations within the district to erect western features (art work, landscaped areas,signage etc.)that support the theme of the area.b)Establish an ongoing Transition Zone Business Owner Association (TBOA)for this I City of iiPACHE Junction12 f)City staff should facilitate adjacent property owners working together to better organize the access into properties and between properties. of space in the downtown. b)Participate and make presentations to local civic groups,regional forums,and state wide special events on the opportunities and progress that is being made in Apache Junction. g)Provide opportunities for free initial architectural design assistance to properties that are proposing to remodel to illustrate the ability to meet the design goals. Goal 4.3 -Develop a downtown that is unique within its boundaries and different from the freeway oriented uses along US 60. c)Establish an annual award given by the City Council to the business,organization, or developer that has contributed the most during the last year to the revitalization of the downtown. Strategies - d)Consider the formation of a business improvement district (BID)to provide additional services (i.e.marketing,streetscape improvements,maintenance)to the downtown core.The city could "seed"the BID in the years as an inducement to get it established,but after the initial period the funding and operational responsibilities would lie with the private sector. C a)To the extent permitted under Arizona law,modify the Apache Junction Zoning Ordinance and engineering requirements to include the unique characteristics of the three downtown activity zones providing staff with the flexibility of approving parking,density,and other zoning requirements (a staff level planned development). b)To the extent permitted under Arizona law,support locally-owned businesses by offering development incentives for relocating in the downtown activity zones under City-approved design guidelines. Goal 4.5 “Promote tourism in Apache Junction and the downtown as the home base or trail head for visiting the area's attractions. Strategies -c)To the extent permitted under Arizona law,administratively allocate a portion of sales tax received from new commercial activity outside the downtown activity zones to pay for public improvements in the downtown activity zones. a)Work with local and regional agencies to coordinate activities and share the promotion to encourage people to visit the northeast Pinal County area. Goal 4.4 -Identify and actively recruit small locally owned businesses and non-retail organizations for the Transition Zone and the Town Center. b)Establish a community based organization with representatives from major tourist draws (Arizona Opry,Goldfield Ghost Town,etc.)to develop a comprehensiveC Strategies - a)Make personal contact with targeted existing businesses in adjacent communities to educate them on the market opportunities and availability >< Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 13 Strategies - Program infrastructure improvements (water,sewer,streets)to eliminate deficiencies and to enhance the livability of the neighborhood. program. a)Consider dedicating a portion of the City of Apache Junction's Transient Lodging Tax for developing an adopted tourism program. c)I \ Provide safe and convenient pedestrian connections between the neighborhoods and the downtown area with special focus on access to the Downtown Core. b)Goal 4.6 -Promote public art and local artists as a unique feature of public and private downtown development and for creating a unique niche in the downtown.Establish occasional neighborhood Saturday clean-up events with the city providing staff assistance and concluding with a neighborhood picnic hosted by the city. c) Strategies -3Goal4.8 -Focus on attracting additional quality housing in or near the downtown to support the commercial areas and to provide alternatives for existing and new residents. a)Allocate 1%of the construction cost of all new public projects to be spent for art work within the downtown. Strategies - b)To the extent allowable under Arizona law,incorporate into the bidding practices certain local artist based criteria.a)Allow mixed uses (residential and commercial on same property)by right in all three downtown zones. c)Invite volunteers from the arts community to review new city public projects for the opportunity to integrate artistic or enhanced design into the project at minimal or no additional cost.b)Develop programs to recruit specialty housing for unique groups such as students from Central Arizona College,winter visitors,and seniors. d)Develop an art competition that emphasizes western culture,mining,and the Superstitions for art students at Central Arizona College with a small honorarium. Winning entries could be displayed at visible locations throughout downtown and in Civic/Governmental facilities. c)Provide a density bonus for market rate multiple family housing that provides 10 percent of its units as affordable.3 d)Pursue federal and state funding sources that provide assistance for high quality affordable housing that meets the design guidelines of the respective zone.e)Work with the arts community to secure a vacant building for a local cooperative retail outlet for local artists.Goal 4.9 -Provide a program for negative or outdated residential development to upgrade or transition to a more supportive land use.Goal 4.7 -Indentify and support strong,existing residential neighborhoods that are in or close to the downtown. City of Apache Junction14 Strategies-a)Organize the downtown core into three identifiable centers: a)Establish a voluntary rental housing assistance program to aid relocation of residents of outdated developments.This is a complementary strategy with 7.5b. i.Governmental Center -consisting of the extensive city facilities,a Pinal County complex and Federal buildings (Social Security Office and Post Office).) b)Conduct regular inspections of developments that have repeated code violations or frequent police calls for service to ensure it is not detrimental to surrounding residential and commercial areas. ii.Educadonal Center -This is the Central Arizona College campus that presently has 3,000 to 4,000 students with expected campus physical plant expansion to accommodate 11,000 students.The main entrance will be at the intersection of Broadway and Idaho and will represents the entry into downtown Apache Junction. ''5 .f..4-icmmiii.Town Center-The remaining land in the Downtown Core is approximately 180 acres in size with three existing shopping centers but most of the remaining land vacant. The Town Center area would have a mixture of specialty retail, venues,offices,and various types of residential uses that are typical of downtowns. The Town Center would have AM* A ■■sc)Work with property owners to secure county,state or federal monies to upgrade the existing facilities or build new affordable housing. 5^flditndab6in' entertainmentS.DOWNTOWN CORE Successful downtowns are made up of walkable blocks and streets with a mixture of uses along the sidewalks.The desired elements include access that is easily walkable,places for people to gather either formally or informally,interesting architecture,clear and unique identity,and attention to details.Given the existing governmental and educational uses and the significant arnouht of vacant land between them,the Downtown Core has the opportunity to be the significant center for the City of Apache Junction.The issue then is how to tie these disconnected areas together to create a "there there"in the downtown. mandatory southwestern architectural guidelines, orientedC 'f laipedestrian streets,shaded sidewalks, community gathering space, emphasis on sustainable elements,and clearly Arr CoHo$o It ntral Arirori 1*-it/.,.??-, i:JGoal5.1 -Create a Downtown Core that is the commercial,governmental,educational, and symbolic center of the community. Strategies-Downtown Core (See Appendix A-7 for a larger view)J Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 15 a)Approve a downtown new Main design defined entry features.VMM)/// li m (street" as a pedestrian oriented street with \b)Reinforce the role of the "Y"intersection as the center of town and the downtown as a way of establishing and building i||||| community identify. Hi I I'-iW /5 1{m<shaded eight foot wide sidewalks, convenient angle parking,two lanes of traffic and western-oriented street furniture that is friendly pedestrians and attractive and conducive to downtown"retail/office uses (See Appendix A-8 for a larger view). £Jr 'litI -Ijas T1 iIi.Install twinkle lights on the trees at all four corners of the intersection. f I % 'ii s III 8sa -L n 6Iii.Move the flag poles to the side of the Focal Point monument to open up the view. C o e .1 Jr -s it -Cj iii.Strengthen the intensity of the backlights for the figures on the Focal Point.to “Main Street”Design iv.Landscape the northwest corner of the intersection and install a "Welcome to Downtown Apache Junction"sign. H Downtown Coro Map b)Throughout the Town Center systematically buildnewandrebuildexistingnon-major roads as "Main ^ Streets".m .4c)The Meridian Redevelopment Area boundaries should be modified to include the gap in the Downtown Area and more closely align with the project study boundaries of the Transition and Suburban Zones. y A ' m'ii) «c)The City should pro-actively improve substandard streets in the area e.g.Plaza Drive,North Apache Trail as "Main Streets". ••id d)Expand the City Center District Zoning to include the entire Town Center area concurrent with the submission of development plans and upon request of the property owner. •t..'- S''-" ■i DiM'd)Incorporate the Elements of a Great Downtown (Appendix C)into the mandatory design guidelines for the review and approval of new private and public projects.fJpHfiiill a r )'Goal 5.2 -Incorporate pedestrian and uniquely Apache junction design elements in the building of the Town Center. 5 .1 Mr : m n ••itmf. e)Incorporate sustainable elements in the downtown as a requirement for new public and privateStrategies-Ira $I.Downtown Core Map City of Apache Junction16 development if the payback of investment is within five years.If there is a longer pay back period,identify opportunities but view them as suggestions. b)Consider the potential of acquiring the two four-unit buildings along North Apache Trail as a possible community gathering place and event center. Goal 5.3 -Proactively explore opportunities to control the development of the Town Center if private development or redevelopment does not proceed in a timely manner. c)Design the reconstruction of North Apache Trail as a facility that can accommodate special events,including electrical outlets,tent spacing,walkable surface,etc.■) Strategies -d)Explore the option of incorporating a roundabout in the reconstruction of North Apache Trail to include a Band Shell in the center to serve as a stage during the times the street is closed for special events. a)Explore the purchase of key parcels as publically owned land in the Town Center of the Downtown Core to provide additional road connection between Idaho Road and North Apache Trail.P-ll;,rm T *iAI] ■c vjm b)Consider the potential of public-private partnerships with the owners of the existing vacant lands within the Town Center.The city emphasis should be on providing infrastructure support for the private market place to work.Goal S.S -Ensure that new development in the downtown core is compatible with adjacent residential development. c)Work with the property owners of older retail sites to improve the commercial viability of the centers a„nd explore the potential of a private "Main Street"concept beirig constructed through the property. Strategies - a)High density housing should be concentrated in the Town Center along Idaho Road and along North Apache Trail. d)Encourage the owners of the commercial property south of Apache Trail and west of Phelps Drive to work together to provide an internal "Main Street"network to open up the various internal properties. b)Lower density residential should be focused along Winchester north of the Old West Highvyay to ensure compatibility with the existing residential development. Goal 5.4 -Develop a Community and Special Event Location within the Town Center,c)New development over two stories,especially adjacent to existing residential areas, should provide for a variety of heights to allow selected mountain views.C Strategies - a)Improve North Apache Trail as a "Main Street"and incorporate a community gathering and activity space within the street right of way or adjacent to the street. r Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 17 c)Select street furniture that reflects a southwestern image including decorative street light fixtures,benches with AJ motif,and equestrian amenities.d)Activities that generate noise in the evening should be concentrated toward the middle of the Town Center. d)Install a continuous row of street lights along the length of Apache Trail that are unique to Apache Junction.Supporting PrinciplesV. e)Provide a variety of building heights within the Town Center to create the impression that construction occurred over a period of time and preserves the open feel of the desert.In addition to the core or fundamental planning principles there are a series of supporting goals and strategies that are important in creating a downtown that is special and uniquely Apache Junction.The goals complementing the core principles include a pedestrian design emphasis,viewing the downtown as a whole rather than a collection of buildings,and positioning it for the 21st Century as the metropolitan growth continues to impact the community.The emphasis of the DRIS is to connect the vision of the community with a practical path to achieve it.The supporting goals add the fine details that knit the larger fabric of the downtown together. f)Create a sense of excitement by using color,accent lights,entry signs,and banners within the Downtown with particular focus on the Town Center.3 g)The Focal Point should serve as the , symbolic center of Apache Junction and of the downtown.The Focal Point's role should be enhanced by the installation of accent lights,moving the flag poles to a different location,enhancing the adjacent corners of the intersection, and installing a "Welcome to Downtown Apache Junction"sign on the northwest corner. Goal 6.1 -Establish a building form and design palette that is uniquely Apache Junction by incorporating the heritage of the community and integrating it into a functional downtown. ( Strategies - a)Incorporate southwestern architecture as the primary design requirements including indigenous materials such as stone,wood, pressed concrete,rusted metal,and desert colors. Goal 6.2 -Provide convenient accessibility to all modes of transportation and the basic infrastructure to support development and redevelopment. Strategies - a)Roadsb)Connect all areas of the Downtown Core, with special focus on the Town Center, with sidewalks that are shaded either by landscaping or building extensions or arcades. i.Work with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT)to install a roundabout at the intersection of Superstition Boulevard and SR 88.The X ■f City of Apache Junction18 roundabout will address the intersection's traffic impact and.provide an opportunity to establish a "Welcome to Downtown AJ"gateway. vii.Install a landscaped median on Idaho Road from the Old West Highway to North Apache Trail intersection.This allows access to be controlled to adjacent properties and provides a visual connection to the Town Center property to the east of Idaho Road.ii.Apache Trail currently has three twelve-foot motor vehicle travel lanes per direction.It should have three ten-foot motor vehicle travel lanes with a six- foot bicycle lane.(The minimum required bicycle lane width is four feet.)Ten- foot motor vehicle travel lanes provide slower travel speeds and expedite lane changing which is necessary for drivers to access roadside businesses. ) viii.Focus the construction of "Main Streets"where there is existing rights of way and require new developmeht to build the "Main Street",as either a private or public street,at time of development. iii.Where appropriate, landscaping,curb and gutter,or otherdeviceto provide protection to pedestrians along streets with higher-speed traffic and to help control turning movements in areas where curb cuts and driveways are undefined. b)Trailsuse C i.Connect the downtown to the larger community horse and bike trails system. Allow for safe but convenient equestrian crossings at roadways with heavy traffic to enable accommodating rider access for downtown activities. ii.Install horse facilities within the Town Center at key points as a terminus for the community trail system and accommodate horses with the placement of hitching posts and other equestrian amenities.)iv.The Apache Trail median should have curb-and-gutter.The left-turn and right- turn lanes should have straight tapered transitions rather than reverse curves. Reverse curve transitions create areas that collect debris,and are difficult to sweep.The wide,decomposed granite median of Apache Trail magnifies this problerh.Tapered transitions avoid this problerh completely. iii.Establish an equestrian or multi-purpose trail head convenient to the downtown.Consider the intersection of Scenic Drive and Idaho Road as a possible site for a multipurpose facility including an equestrian trailhead. Provide for horse crossing signals at new traffic signal installations at designated horse crossing trails within the downtown. m i V.Scenic Dirive should not intersect with Idaho Road.Plaza Drive should curve and intersect with 5R-88-Phelps Drive into the parking area of the existing commercial on the east side of SR-88rPhelps.Another curved street should connect Plaza Drive through SR-88-Phelps into Idaho Road on the north side of the existing commercial development on the east side of SR-88-Phelps. c mi iv.Develop a comprehensive Pedestrian Circulation Plan that connects the three areas of the Downtown Core.vi.With the development of the Town Center consider a trolley circulator system that connects the adjacent resident areas>Central Arizona College,and city neighborhoods with the Downtown Core.V.Explore the possibility of securing a grant for a "Park and Share"parking facility Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 19 placed at the back of new development allowing commercial buildings to be located adjacent to the road. within the Town Center to allow for car pooling and overflow parking for special events. Goal 6.3 -Views of the mountain backdrop at key locations should be preserved and incorporated into the consideration Of new developments.c)Water and Sewer Service 'I P i.Enlarge the water line to 12"on North Apache Trail as part of its reconstruction.Strategiies- a)Preserve the view of the Superstition Mountains from the Apache Trail and Phelps Drive Intersection. ii.Offer incentives for existing development within the downtown to connect the local sewer system to the SMCFD #1. 3iii.City staff should poll the owners of properties located east of Idaho Road to see if there is interest in forming a water/sewer/roadway improvement district.Communities are receiving very competitive bids right now and it is an opportune time to install infrastructure Improvements at reasonable costs. b)Require a variety of building heights in all large developments to ensure view corridors to the Mountains. c)Protect the Four Peaks view along North Apache Trail with the "Main Street"design. d)Flood Control Goal 6.4 -Identify a variety Of event locations and activities that will attract residents and visitors alike into the downtown or the region.i.The City should conduct a study that develops the framework for handling drainage in the Downtown,focusing on the area impacted by the FEMA Flood Zone.The study should recothmend options to minimize the hazards from flooding and be the basis for refining the limits of the Flood Zone to reflect today's conditions.(Appendix A-6) X. V Strategies -mii.fmftIIfa)Purchase the rights from the Bureau of Land Management to have for-profit activities at the rodeo grounds.This should be undertaken in conjunction with Pinal County. :kt rlfcdjfJO rioixs Tc±!±rasii3:sail LP®.i inn I ii3CT 'C >.3*31 3SiUi-ii.The City should review its ;Storm Detention Requirements to develop a methodology to provide a comprehensive approach to storm water collection.All storm detention facilities, where possible,should be .V b)In the design and construction of the North Apache Trail "Main Street"incorporate elements that facilitate the use of the street as a Public Space or Central Gathering Place for the community. ,23.gss-T )l)9aeli«y.JU £3IIit's MlM-33ipi mHIISSfiliiiii-«)■fiii§iuj 3iai c)Program this Public Space for scheduled and informal live entertainment activities, such as Friday night country western jamboree. 1 .-i'Eb'Effliiiil}:.Ii Flood Hazard Zone City of Apache Junction20 d)Work with the larger region and regional organizations to attract and program special everits,such as Day of the Cowboy in the downtown or in nearby facilities. b)Aggressively and proactively enforce the city code in terms of vacant buildings and properties in disrepair by requiring vacant buildings to be painted and secured and vacant lots to be maintained. e)Identify existing activities that could be connected or attracted to a downtown location,such as Barleen's Arizona Opry,Superstition Mountain Historical Museum, art facilities,train or trolley connection to Goldfield Ghost Town,equestrian facilities,etc. )c)Utilize volunteers and Community Service workers to do regular maintenance on city property,public rights of way,and private properties owned by low income individuals. Goal 6.S -New development in the Downtown Core should utilize the principles of sustainability and serve as a local example of a model 21st Century downtown. d)Establish a downtown "Spring Clean-Up"in the fall of each year prior to the arrival of the winter visitors.The clean up would encourage the city and private property owners to fix up,paint,plant>and generally spruce up the downtown to make it as attractive as possible for the season./C Strategies - a)Explore the use of solar collectors to power decorative tree lights in trees in the median and right-of-way of Apache trail and other low voltage applications.e)When normal procedures are not effective the City should use abatement procedures to clean up blighted property and bill the [ property owner.In cases of extreme blight and where the property might serve a public purpose the City should consider using the power of condemnation. ri b)Consider alternative paving design that is porous for the on street parking for the "Main Street"design. li IPW«:)^}l c)Promote the downtown as a "Green City"as part of its statement as a 21st Century City working with new developments to encourage incorporation of sustainable elements or LEED certification into their design. VI.Implementation and Measuring Success C Process improvements can also serve as incentives for redevelopment.For example,the City should consider doing an automatic "fast track"permit process for projects in the downtown core.For developers,time is money,and so if they know they can secure their entitlements twice as fast in downtown vs.other areas of the City,that may cause them to consider downtown for projects. Goal 6.6 -Within the Downtown the City should be pro-active in eliminating blight and indicators of decline {Nuisance Abatement). Strategies - a)Continue a proactive code enforcement program in the downtown focusing on blight and visual issues as directed by the City's Downtown Coordinator.Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work."--Thomas A.Edison Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 21 WORK PLJUi -DOWNTOWN RIDEVELOPSONT AND UnPLEMENTATlON STRATEGTAnotherpotentialprocessimprovementistohaveadedicatedstaffmemberfocusedon downtown who is familiar with downtown zoning codes and design standards.Finally, the City might wish to think about a special entitlement track for small scale revitalization projects in the downtown core -i.e.existing project renovations of buildings less than 20,000 sq.ft.This type of project would be able to secure approvals at the counter vs. having to submit for a normal permit process. 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J. sbwld h lanaragti I 1J1i*1 1 1I)a WHttn C0£i U-Clearly define,the edges ei entries cf the coraniaiily and the doftntcwn to aeaie a separate identity acd image.The psepese is U create a Bnijne identity and brand ici the cemocnity,and to create aIntheearlystagesofanymajordowntownrevitalizationprogram,the City is usually the party that must take the lead.As noted above,there are a variety of improvements and regulatory changes that the City should undertake to facilitate the revitalization of the Downtown.These include the following:regulatorychanges;permitfee reduction;business facade rebate program;incentives,rebates,subsidies;investment in infrastructure or projects.These changes coupled with process improvements can work together to incent private investment. of crrival iolo the dowDtowx •;STHTECIES-h Fritrity:Cost -lead Ftrea'Tapporl PtpL .Toie.niiiie''flctioai a)tatewan thnH be artalM «l hr katiau ii the dtwMiwi. hi twcifie aBtareatm thtiM ht mdm dtfat tt«o>tr>e<hla tpacht latiiaa. 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L lz a Bramm u nlltrt "hard’’data w wialir viritoi rtatisbn.1 I 1 I X 1 JGoal7.1 -The Downtown revitalization program should be organized as a long-term effort by the City of Apache Junction government,residents,businesses,and property owners. 8/24/2010 d)The City of Apache Junction should cooperate and develop strong alliances with existing downtown supporting organizations including the Chamber of Commerce, Main Street,regional economic development agencies,and Pinal County. Strategies - a)A five year Capital Improvements Program (CIP)should be developed to include downtown projects.The first year CIP should be specific and include funding sources and detail project descriptions.The succeeding years should identify estimated sources of funding. Goal 7.2 -The city organization should place a high focus on implementation of the Downtown Strategy and the revitalization of the downtown. Strategies - a)Create a Downtown Technical Committee chaired by the Assistant City Manager and composed of key staff charged with the responsibility to implement the Annual Work Program. 3b)An Annual Work Program with an Implementation Matrix should be developed indicating project,responsibility,time frame,and status for all downtown projects (See Appendix B for full program). b)Assign a staff person to be the Downtown Coordinator with the day to day responsibility to carry out the adopted Downtown Implementation Strategy.c)The City Council should adopt the Downtown Annual Work program as part of the budget process and have quarterly review of progress in implementing the program. c)Assign additional staff support for Downtown Implementation as necessary for City of Apache Junction22 special projects to augment the Downtown Coordinator.Strategies - a)Establish a development project tracking system where each city step in the development process would have a time frame identified and based on the response tinie by the applicant (developer)a more predictable timeframe can be established.The turnaround times by the city would be set in advance with the final schedule being determined by the responsiveness of the applicant. Goal 7.3 -The city should review all of its codes,processes,and fees relating to development in the Downtown to ensure consistent support for the revitalization program. Strategies - a)The Zoning Code should be amended to allow staff level approval for Planned Developments for smaller projects in the Transition Zone. b)Require staff comments on development proposals to be submitted in writing at least two days prior to the staff Preliminary Development Review (PDR)meeting. The PDR meeting should focus oh reviewing the written comments to identify significant issues and conflicts;The chair of the PDR should be authorized to resolve any issues or conflicts that might arise. b)Modify the Meridian Redevelopment Area boundaries to correspond with the Project Study Area boundaries.C c)The revised written set of comments should be given to the applicant prior to the beginning of their PDR review meeting.At the PDR meeting,only the applicant, chair or designee,project manager and any required technicai resource from the city should be present. c)The Zoning code should be amended to reflect the three downtown zones and the unique design requirements,uses and development standards of each. d)An Economic Development web site focusing on the downtown should be developed allowing potential investors and developers to secure a|l necessary information regarding the downtown at one location.d)Appoint and train planners to be Project Managers to provide a single point of contact and oversight for each planning project and potentially each building permit.The Project Manager becomes responsible for the project from conceptual review through Certificate of Occupancy and is responsible for its success.e)The City Toolkit should be revised making it up to date m terms of development requirements,process,fee waivers,incentives,and contacts. e)Track development projects and time in the system for each planner with this information shared with staff and management.Send a report of new projects and building permit applications to the City Manager each week. f)Establish a clear and predicable fee waiver process for smaller projects.The fee waiver process should be automatic without having to go to the City Council if the project meets predetermined requirements.C f)Prepare an ongoing report on the status of each project and building permit on a bi-weekly basis with special indication of how long it has been in the system and major issues. Goal 7.4 -The development process improvements should result in the review and process for new development and building permits in the Downtown Area being more efficient.Where appropriate,the process should differentiate between small developments and larger developments. g)Conduct semi-annual training programs on customer service for all levels of the Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 23 d)Direct the city's annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds toward the revitalization efforts of downtown.organization and departments. h)Establish an ongoing customer feedback system to evaluate all development applications by sending a Customer Survey to the applicant (or met with the applicant)after each development approval,building permit issuance,and Certificate of Occupancy. Existing Conditions and AnalysisVII. i)Revise the Infill Incentive District to reflect actual incentives that are available within each of downtown zones.Eliminate any "incentive"that is not really available. Add the provision that for smaller properties specific zoning requirements can be waived,and explore the possibility of using Infill Incentive District authority to provide relief from development standards within one or more of the development zones. The traditional "center"of Apache Junction has been the old Highway US 60 and State Highway 88 intersection,especially when the Grand Hotel was located there.With the rerouting of US 60,the removal of the Grand Hotel,and the decline of Greyhound racing, Apache Trail became a secondary road providing convenience retail to local residents. Many of the properties within the downtown area were developed when Apache Trail was a state highway and was the main connection between the cities in the Valley and destinations to the east.As a state highway,the street's main function was to move high volumes of through traffic,and the roadway was designed to meet that goal efficiently. The right-of-way,the center median width,and the three travel lanes in each direction reflect the highway designation.Businesses that located along the highway often focused the trade from people moving through the area -either entering the Valley from the east or leaving to enjoy recreation at the lakes,hiking in the Superstitions,or destinations to the east. 3 Goal 7.5 -The City should pursue federal and state grants and programs to revitalize downtown neighborhoods and commercial areas and determine annually,as part of the budget process,the most efficient and effective way to spend public dollars to revitalize downtown.on Strategies - a)Utilize Community Development Block Grants and State Housing Trust Fund dollars to continue with the City's owner occupied housing rehabilitation program to include housing replacement. In 1994,US 60 to the south Was opened,providing access around downtown Apache junction rather than through the center of town.Traffic volumes along Apache Trail dropped dramatically,and new shopping centers began popping up at many of the freeway interchanges to meet the needs of travelers and nearby residents as well.As a result;Apache Junction has and will continue to experience the challenge of establishing the downtown area as the "heart and soul"of the community in the midst of continuing pressure for large commercial development along the US 60 freeway corridor. b)Explore the creation of a Relocation Assistance Program for change of use of existing substandard mobile home parks (see Strategy 4.9a).'3 c)Focus the city's applications for TEA-21 transportation enhancement funding and other grant program funds through the Arizona Department of Transportation toward downtown revitalization projects which address both traffic engineering problems and visual impediments. Apache Trail continues to function as a major street,carrying 26,000 -30,000 vehicles per day during the winter months.Winter visitors and tourists continue to contribute significantly to the economy of the downtown area,but the highway-oriented commercial businesses of the past have had to adjust to the reality that the everyday traffic along the »I City of Apache Junction24 Trail is more locally-generated.The newer regional-serving commercial property is now along the US 60,and shoppers seeking a variety of goods and services are inclined to travel the extra distance to a "power center"for the convenience and diversity of shops.The emergence of the newer shopping centers has contributed to the substantial retail trade leakage from Apache Junction. delineated boundaries for the downtown area or sub-areas within the downtown.The boundaries varied,depending on the purpose of the study or plan.Two redevelopment districts were formed,the Crossroads Redevelopment Area which encompassed the Grand Hotel site and the commercial properties along Apache Trail between Thunderbird and Winchester;and the Meridian Redevelopment Area which focused on Apache Trail between Meridian and Ironwood but included residential areas south to Broadway and north to Superstition Blvd. ) In spite of the shift in commercial focus toward the freeway corridor,a number of very positive things have occurred along Apache Trail.At the west end of the Trail,55%of the street frontage properties between Meridian and Delaware have experienced new development within the past 15 years.Wal-Mart,Office Max,the Arizona Federal Credit Union,Superstition Harley-Davidson,Starbuck's,Jack-in-the-Box and two commercial centers have opened their doors during that period,with each new building reinforcing the viability of the Apache Trail corridor for commercial development. Another on-going effort has been the Main Street Program.The Main Street Program was formed in 1993 and is administered by the Arizona Department of Commerce.Its role is to help strengthen the relationship between the City of Apache Junction and the business community and to promote business development.The boundary of the Main Street Program encompasses a large area extending from Meridian to Goldfield Road and from Superstition Blvd.to Broadway/Old West Highway.C At the east end of the Trail,the combination of City of Apache Junction funding and private development investment has substantially revitalized the area between Phelps Drive and Idaho Road.The construction of the Fry's Center (with locations for CVS and Walgreen's pharmacies.Blockbuster Video and Taco Bell)has provided a very contemporary model for new suburban development,and the city's funding of improvements along Phelps Drive has demonstrated how sigriificant lighting,landscaping and paving improvements can be in creating a pleasing and walkable streetscape. Between these areas of improvement,new development and significant revitalization has generally not occurred to any great extent.Although new buildings have been built, such as McDonalds,Ocptillo Center,Best Western Apache Junction Inn,Sonic Drive-in and Chase Bank,the streetscape retains the look and feel of the highway commercial corridor of the 1950's.Older buildings are common,access to the properties is random and not well-defined,landscaping is sparse or absent,parking is not well organized,and overall maintenance is lower than average. C 1.DELINEATION OF “DQWNTOWN AREA 99 J Over the past decade,there have been numerous studies,plans and activities that have Main Street Program Boundary Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 25 2.GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMTheCityofApacheJunctionhasalsodesignatedaSingleCentralBusinessDistrict(SCBD) that encompasses and connects the Meridian and the Crossroads Redevelopment Areas (See Appendix A-10 for a more detailed map);The SCBD,approved by City council in 2000,allows the city to leverage low land costs and maximize future land values by offering financial incentives for new development (such as tax abatement)on city-owned land. One component of the Downtown revitalization project was to create a Geographic Information System (GIS).GIS is a set of data that is connected to a mapping systerh,so that information about specific properties can be shown easily and graphically.In order to create the GIS for the Downtown area,numerous data was collected and organized into data sets that correlated to Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APN).The data sets collected include: •Floodplain/Storm Water •Water •Sewer *Land Use •Parcel data •Zoning and General Plan designations •Building Condition 3 a)LAND USE INVENTORY -Revitalization strategies that lead to positive change in the community must be based on the understanding of the current conditions.In simple terms,a roadmap can only be created when two points are defined -a starting point and an ending point.Understanding current conditions (baseline data)also allows for measurement of progress toward the goal of revitalization. Baseline data includes collecting information about property in several categories. APN -the Assessor's Parcel Number is the specific number given to each property. Single Central Business District I.Property Address In order to create effective strategies to revitalize downtown,it was necessary to combine elements of the prior efforts into a single,well-defined geographic boundary for the downtown area.Utilizing information from previous studies and an evaluation of relevant data as noted below,a boundary for discussion specifically about revitalization has been established.The boundary extends from Meridian to Winchester along Apache Trail,and includes the Civic Center/Governmental complex to the north and the Central Arizona College campus to the south.Whenever this document refers to the "Project Study Area"or "Downtown Area"it is this boundary that is being described. 3II.Current owner of the property III.Current use of the property IV.Current zoning designation on the property V.Building Condition I City of Apache Junction26 3.ZONING properties along Apache Trail between Meridian and Delaware,and has led to numerous new buildings,such as Superstition Harley Davidson,Arizona Federal Credit Union and Office Max.A good example of the planned approach is on the northwest corner of Apache Trail and Delaware,where several properties (Jack-in-the-Box,Starbuck's and the Aaron's shopping center share access drives and amenities.There are other properties that have rezoned to C-3/PD but have maintained the existing buildings on the site. Examples include Food City,Safeway Center,Checker Auto and the Superstition Plaza Center.When redevelopment occurs on these properties in the future the city anticipates that they will incorporate the principles of planned districts as well. CB-2 was the county's zoning on properties along the Apache Trail prior to the city's incorporation.That district allowed the most intense commercial uses,which is appropriate given the Trail's classification as a State Highway at the time (See Appendix A-11 for a more detailed zoning map).The city's zoning ordinance,created from the county's ordinance,carried over the county's CB-2 zoning along Apache Trail,and the majority of the properties have retained the CB-2 (General Commercial)designation. Those properties that have redeveloped over the past two decades haye been encouraged by the city to rezone to one of the city's more contemporary commercial districts,which in this area has been C-3/PD. ) The rezoning of the Grand Hotel property and adjacent properties to CCD (Center City District)has introduced the most dramatic change in land use planning for the downtown area.The CCD is a planned district that allows for greater building heights and intensities of use than any other zoning in the downtown.Unlike the linear nature of the commercial corridor along Apache Trail,the Center City District anticipates a more compact downtown core,with an emphasis on pedestrian movement.Ground-floor retail uses are encouraged,with office and residential uses above. C LC9^oa-iw. a:,.Existing Zoninge-mi C-* ■ ‘L.. C&i ES'.-c'w* To the north of the CCD is an existing Governmental/Civic Center complex that includes the City Hall,Police Facilities,Multigenerational Center,Library,Pinal County facilities, and Post Office.The building stock is relatively new and the civic uses strongly support an active and vibrant downtown core. ) il The western portion of the Apache Trail corridor,between Meridian and Delaware,has utilized rezoning from CB-2 to C-3/PD and has subsequently revitalized to a suburban- type development standard without incentives or special considerations.Given that revitalization of one property can stimulate revitalization of properties nearby,the remaining properties within that section will ultimately be revitalized or will remain reasonably well-maintained. c The area of transition between the suburban developments west of Delaware to the CCD core east of San Marcos has generally not been revitalized.These properties are smaller and shallower in depth than that west of Delaware,which makes the feasibility for new development dependent upon the assembly of small properties into a "critical mass"of developable land.This area is in a holding pattern,with aging buildings and a wide mix of Whereas the CB-2 zoning anticipated independent property-by-prop erty development, the Planned Commercial districts promote broader planning principles,such as shared driveways and parking.Rezoning to the Planned Commercial districts has occurred on Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 27 small properties that undergo revitalization individually.There are several vacant parcels within the study area.The most significant is the Grand Hotel property, ^which is large enough to accommodate signifigant development.There I*"*"***-“"‘Jl are several other parcels of at least 1 acre in size.One is a 9-acre parcel on the north side of Apache Trail between the Arizona Federal Credit Union building and the Jack-in-the-Box restaurant.Because this parcel is located within the area already experiencing revitalization and has significant frontage on Apache Trail,it is an attractive property for new development in the near term.However,it also has significant flood zone issues which constrains the development.Properties within the area bounded by Delaware and Thunderbird are less likely to be developed soon.The vacant property at the northeast corner of Apache Trail and Ironwpod is attractive because of its frontage on two major streets,and could be one of the first parcels to be developed. land uses.It is unlikely that significant reinvestment in this area will occur without some intervention:incentives,zoning flexibility or other mechanism. The area south of Old West Highway between Phelps Drive and Idaho has been revitalized in a manner similar to that along the west end of Apache Trail.The Fry's Center was rezoned to C-3,and larger property sizes allowed for the creation of viable building pads with adequate parking.The Central Arizona College is planning for a substantial campus expansion,with an increase in student enrollment providing more potential customers for nearby businesses. -r —^ -.1'■fily. f ms I ■1 irit .■North of Old West Highway,the site recently rezoned to Center City District represents the opportunity to create a downtown core from vacant and/or underutilized properties. a tl lOOWNTOWNIUZONEITRANSITIONZONE D|i /? 4.EXISTING LAND USE Apache Junction -Building Form and Massing A healthy downtown contains a mix of uses,both horizontally (among different properties) and vertically (within the same building).Not every downtown contains exactly the same mix of uses,as each downtown serves a unique function within each community.But understanding the land use mix of the downtown area can help the community plan for growth and make better decisions about future land use decisions, a)EXISTING LAND USE -Evaluation of the land use mix within the downtown is important for several reasons.The land use mix illustrates whether there is a functional balance of land use types (residential,commercial,office,personal services,etc.)within the area.Understanding this mix helps to identify types of uses that should be targeted for business recruitment to the downtown and helps new businesses understand where vacancies are located and where their customers and competitors are.3c)VACANT BUILDINGS AND TENANT SPACES -There are always some vacant buildings and empty tenant spaces in shopping centers.Businesses move in and move out for a variety of reasons in any economy.When the trend is from few vacancies toward a higher number of vacancies,there can be several reasons.A large number of vacancies can be an indicator of an oversupply of space available;fluctuations in economic conditions;or a growing number of low quality or inadequate spaces that do not meet the needs of new tenants. b)VACANT LOTS AND UNDEVELOPED LAND -Vacant land can be both a hindrance and a benefit to downtown revitalization.While providing an opportunity for new building,available undeveloped land can reduce the impetus to redevelop properties with older buildings.On the other hand,having a large undeveloped area provides for the creation of a unified development concept that would not be possible on O City of Apache Junction28 5.FUTURE LAND USE commercial strip beginning in Apache Junction and continuing into Mesa and Phoenix. It also served as the main corridor for recreational traffic to Roosevelt and Apache Lakes and mountains.a)DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL -In addition to providing immediate data on existing vacancies and land use types an analysis can be made of the potential for development and redevelopment.Some properties within the study area are not currently being used tp their highest development potential.In pther words,the zoning on the property allows uses that are more intense than the property is currently being used for (such as residential uses on commercially-zoned property). Projecting future growth impacts,such as water and sevyer lines,should be based on what the property could be used for (in conformance with General Plan and zoning designatipns)and not what it is currently being used for. )The role of Apache Trail as part of the highway system continued until the 1994 when US 60 was moved two miles south.With the relocation of US 60 Apache Trail began a slow decline serving more and more as a commercial strip for convenience shopping by local residents and a local road connection to the Phoenix metropolitan area.US 60 continues to be the main access freeway into downtown,Apache Junction from the south and east using the Ironwood and Idaho exits.Access from the east using the Old West Highway isconstrictedbythepoorvisibilityandunsightlyimages. C More recently,access into the commercial area of Apache Trail has also been modified by the completion of 202 Freeway approximately 5 miles to the west.The 202 Freeway has two major exits serving the Apache Junction area.Superstition Boulevard (University at the 202 freeway exit)and Broadway Road with a secondary access to Apache Trail (Main Street in Mesa).A significant number of regional trips into Apache Junction are beginning to use this option. b)REDEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL^The quality of existing buildings can be an indicator of the likelihood that property ovvners will reinvest in their own buildings.Too often buildings will be allowed to decline because of a handful of poorly maintained buildings nearby.Conversely,reinvestment in a few strategically located properties can stimulate improvements by adjacent properties.A good example of this is the Apache Trail corridor between Meridian and Delaware.Numerous properties have been redeveloped because of the initiative taken by a few properties (Superstition Harley-Davidson,Wal-Mart,and Office Max).The inventory includes a rating of overall building condition because of its importance in anticipating area-wide decline or identifying the precursors to large scale improvement. )The relocation of US 60 provided convenient access around downtowri Apache Junction rather than through the center of town.Traffic volumes,along Apache Trail dropped dramatically,and new shopping centers began to occur at many of the freeway interchanges in adjacent communities to meet the needs of travelers and nearby residents as well. Apache Trail continues to function as a major street,carrying 26,000 vehicles (both directions)per day in the summer of 2007.Looking at the eastwest corridor of Broadway Road,Apache Trajl,and Superstition Boulevard there is an estimated daily traffic volume of 50,000 trips.That number is expected to go up to 57,000 daily trips in Ik'* MI a. iifmnTM VIII.Infrastructure Assessment 63,000 65,000 ^56,000 32,000 c 1.TRflFFIC Zl-(mwun jott ToTM buvnuriK vaum (•loniwwpeiHwiApacheTrailhastraditionallybeenthemajortransportationcorridorservingtheApache Junction area.It was first a trading route for the settlers and travelers and later was included as part of the United States Highway system.As automobile traffic increased during the 20th Century Apache Trail served a major east-west highway with a related Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 29 Within the Arizona Water Company (AzWC)project study area pressures and flow rates generally adequate.Nearly all parcels have existing water service or front on an existing water line that could provide water service.There is an undeveloped area in the eastern portion of the study area between Apache Trail and Old West Highway,east of idaho Road that lacks water infrastructure.This area consists primarily of undeveloped parcels,and because of this,water infrastructure has not yet been extended into the area.Extension of the water system into this area will typically occur as development takes place.Arizona Water Company policy requires water line extensions to be paid for by development at the time of construction in order to connect to the water system. The Apache Junction Water Utilities Community Facilities district (AJWUCFD)provides water service to a small portion of the downtown project study area.AJWUCFD was formed in 1994 by the City of Apache Junction as a Community Facilities District authorized under state statutes.In 1995,the District assumed operations of the Consolidated Water Company,previously also known as the Davis Water Company and the Palm Springs Water Company,ail of which were private water companies.The AJWUCFD provides water service to all of the Consolidated Water Company's former service area,as well as many other areas that have,over time,been incorporated into the AJWUCFD's service area. As with the AzWC,providing peak potable deliveries is not expected to be a constraint to development within the study area given the level of anticipated future development and revitalization.Fire flow requirements are typically the more critical factor in water system deliveries.The existing 6-inch water lines are generally considered adequate for providing residential fire flow requirements and small commercial fire fighting requirements. Should significant intensification occur within the downtown,improvements to the water system may be required.The level of required water system improvements could be mitigated by fire sprinkler system installations. In conclusion the water service to the area should not be an obstacle to redevelopment. More specifically: i.Potable water service,including reasonable fire flow requirernents,should not pose a constraint to development for properties within the AzWC or AJWUCFD service. the 2010-11 time frame. There are four primary north-south roads.Meridian,Ironwood,Idaho,and Tomahawk with all but Meridian having an interchange with US 60.In 2007 this corridor carried approximately 36,000 trips south of Apache Tail to US 60 (Apache Trail and Old West Highway are not included)with half of that volume north of the Apache Trail.By 20i0 this corridor is expected to carry 42,000 trips south and 24,000 north of Apache Trail. Based on projected growth,the Apache Trail,Broadway,and Superstition Corridor is expected to carry 77,000 trips by 2020 or a 50%increase in volume over 2007.The north- south corridor is projected to carry over 61,000 trips reflecting the increased significance of the 202 freeway access. The "comfortable capacity"of a traffic lane is 8,000 vehicles per day.With these volumes, a four lane road (Broadway and Superstition)could carry 32,000 trips and the sjx lane Apache Trail approximately 48,000 trips.With the projected 2020 east-west volumes a six lane Apache trail can easily accommodate the traffic.If Apache Trail were reduced to four lanes the average lane volume would still be below the "comfortable capacity"with an average of approximately 6,000 trips per lane within the east-west corridor. For the north-south corridors in 2020 the highest volume is south of Apache Trail.The highest lane volume is at the Broadway intersection but still within a comfortable capacity. The data are generalized approximations by corridors and do not provide directional volumes by street.However,the projections provide a clear conclusion that there is substantial street capacity to accommodate 2020 traffic projections in the downtown for the expected commercial and residential growth (See Appendix C for detail). are 3 32.WATER SERVICE The downtown project study area is served by two water providers;the Arizona Water Company and the Apache Junction Water Utilities Community Facilities District (See Appendix A-12 for Boundaries).The Arizona Water Company (AzWC)serves a majority of the downtown area.The following is a discussion of each of these water companies and their respective service areas. City of Apache Junction30 ii.Revitalization proposals within the AJWUCFD service area with large building areas or special uses should investigate fire flow requirements in order to be assured that these can be met with the existing 6-inch line sizes in the area. When the,SMCFD was originally formeid in 1992,many of the properties within the downtown revitalization area were already developed.These properties had existing onsite wastewater disposal systems (typically septic tanks and leachfields)that provided wastewater disposal capability. 3.SEWER SERVICE Under SMCFD rules,connection to their municipal sewer facilities was,and currently remains,optional.However,onsite wastewater disposal systems must be periodically replaced or rehabilitated when their components fail.When this occurs,Pinal County Health Departnrient regulations may require connection to the sewer system even if the property previously had an onsite wastewater disposal system. The service area for the Superstition Mountain Community Facilities District No. 1 (SMCFD)encompasses much of the City of Apache Junction,including all of the dowhtowh revitalization area.The SMCFD was formed in 1992 as a Community Facilities District authorized under state statutes.The District was formed to provide sewer service primarily to the City of Apache Junction.The Apache Junction City Council established the District as a separate taxing entity that operates under the jurisdiction of an independently elected board of directors.The District plans to ultimately provide sewer service to most development within the City of Apache Junction. Appendix A-13 shows the properties that are currently connected to the SMCFD sewer system.Most of the parcels within the Downtown Revitalization Study area are served by the District.The remainder of the parcels either have onsite wastewater disposal systems or are undeveloped.No deficiencies in the existing SMCFD gravity collection system are known within the Downtown Revitalization Study Area.As documented in their 2006 Wastewater Master Plan,the District plans to expand the capacity of their wastewater treatment facility to meet future needs as flows increase.The same is true fdr the District's lift station. C 'W “4 .1NV'. AS ) mt In conclusion: i i.Municipal sewer service is generally available in the study area and should not ppse a constraint for most property owners wishing to develop.One area within the Downtown Revitalization Study Area does not have close access to gravity sewer lines.This area is directly east of the "Y"formed by Apache Trail (Highway 88)and Old West Highway (U.S.60).This could become a constraint to future development in this limited area.Since the area is close to the more "traditional"downtown core,a plan to extend sewer service,along with possible incentive plans,may be appropriate. !■:’■'m % ft m ■■ ""'Si c i '■ 1 •.f. _Iti CWJE5? Sifji ii.Generally,parcels currently relying on onsite wastewater treatment facilities within the Downtown Revitalization Area should be encouraged to connect to the sewer system as their systems become obsolete.Septic systems and m Iff:tv tifi •Cmm•SB-d!t.*'. J Sewer Service and District Boundaries Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 31 Revitalization Study area.This Master Plan should focus on the following supplemental drainage and flood control measures: leachfidds,which are appropriate in a rural environment,are less desirable in a siiburban/urban environment especially when groundwater is an important drinking water source.Incentive programs aimed at increasing connections to the sewer system should be considered to the extent possible.i.Improvements to drainage channels,storm drain systems,and culvert systems (both pipe andboxculverts).Regional stormwater detention Pv- facilities at key upstream locations from the core downtown area and Apache Trail.These regionaldetentionfacilitiescouldhavethebeneh't ■■jfljill 4.FLOOD CONTROL The City of Apache Junction regulates floodplains and drainage within its corporate boundaries through the Apache Junction City Code (Volume II,Chapter 5,Floodplain Management and Stormwater Regulations).As the designated floodplain management agency,the City has the responsibility of complying with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)requirements,as well as coordinating with other drainage regulatory agencies including the Pinal County Flood Control District,the Flood Control District of Maricopa County,and neighboring communities. Two FEMA flood zones,designated as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA's),exist within the Downtown Project Study Area.The first is located along the north side of Apache Trail from Meridian Road to Old West Highway.The second is located on the north side of Old West Highway (U.S.60)east of Idaho Road.Both are shown on Appendix A-6.The second SFHA on the north side of Old West Highway has a very limited impact on the Downtown Revitalization Study Area and will not be a focus of this report. The SFHA on the north side of Apache Trail was established in 1982 when the City's first Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)was adopted.This SFHA is an "AH"zone,which is described on the FIRM as a zone with a "flood depth of 1 to 3 feet (usually areas of ponding);base flood elevations determined." Many of the drainage systems within the Downtown Project Study area were developed prior to standardized drainage requirements and regulations being implemented within the City.Because of this,provisions for drainage vary widely within the study area. In some areas,drainage systems are nearly non-existent,while in other areas,fully engineered and constructed drainage solutions are in place. In conclusion,an Area Drainage Master Plan should be considered for the Downtown of reducing downstream flooding potential, decreasing the impact and extent of the SFHA, and fulfilling retention/detention requirements for key commercial and retail areas within the downtown area.3 ii.Investigating opportunities for utilizing these regional detention facilities as recreational facilities,providing the area with additional park amenities. iii.Assessing the potential for the restudy of the SFHA on the north side of Apache Trail from Meridian Road to Old West Highway.SFHA has a significant impact on developed and uiideveldped property immediately adjacent to Apache Trail. The SFHA was identified and mapped over 27 years ago.Significant changes have occurred in that time period,the most notable being the construction of the Apache Junction FRS. Market Analysis and EvaluationIX.3 The objective of the market analysis is to provide an understanding of the potential square feet of space for retail and office and the number of residential dwelling units that can be supported in Apache junction by 2020,which can then be translated into acres of land use for the Dovvntovvn Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy.In doing so,multiple reports,provided by the City,were reviewed and an assessment of market conditions I City of Apache Junction32 including current demographics,potential retail spending and real estate market demand that exists in Apache Junction and the surrounding Trade Area was conducted.Three consumer segments were analyzed (resident,employee and visitor)and a demand analysis was prepared for retail,office and residential uses.Below are the key findings. c)A little over half of the homes in Apache Junction,the PMA,and the Downtown Area are owner occupied.Due to the seasonal influx of population in Apache Junction during the winter months,33.1 percent of the housing stock is classified as vacant, but a portion of those homes are expected to be second homes owned by winter residents.Data from the Salt River Project (SRP),the local electric utility provider, indicates that 18 percent of the active residential accounts in Apache Junction are winter residents. ■) 1.RESIDENT MARKET SEGMENT FINDINGS Three study areas were indentified which include the City of Apache Junction,the Downtown Area and the Primary Market Area (PMA).A socioeconomic profile was created for each area over a five year period.As part of the planning process,it is critical to understand the demographic profiles,consumer expenditure and real estate trends which ultimately influence demand for residential,retail and office space. d)The median household income for the Downtown Area and Apache Junction is $36,138 and $40,475 respectively,which is lower than the PMA at $49,723.Each of the three geographies falls short of the median incomes in Maricopa County at $58,741.C a)The population in the three study areas is expected to continue growing,but the PMA,which has a population of 75,582,will experience the strongest overall growth.The Downtown Area population growth will be more aggressive than it has been in previous years.Household sizes in all three studies areas average around 2 people per household, which are likely indicative of the large retiree population and the absence of children within area households. e)The PMA has the highest percentage of educated people with over 89 percent of its population possessing a high school diploma or higher.Median ages for all three geographies range from 41-47 and the area is expected to trend toward an even older median age. 1 Apache Junction Trade Area f)Apache Junction residents are primarily employed in the fields of education,health, social services,retail trade,and construction.Only 12 percent of Apache Junction residents both live and work in the City.The remaining employed population commutes primarily to Mesa,Tempe,and Scottsdale to work. ’i f,-,,i-s r >■_.-1 fl ‘ V.. •I.1 g)Based on estimates by Retail Coach,in 2008,the total retail spending by residents in the Apache Trail Trade Area was $356 million.Potential spending topped $1.1 billion,although there is believed to be a leakage of over $800 million.Some of the retail categories that display the largest trade leakage include general merchandise, lumber and building materials,new and used cars,radio,TV and computer stores and restaurants. C b)The core Downtown has the lowest median income,highest median age and the highest residential vacancy rate.2.EMPLOYEE MARKET SEGMENT FINDINGS J There are 5,880 people working in Apache Junction today,of which 80 percent are Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 33 2020.Summarized below are key findings and a table that shows the projected demand for each product type, a)Overall,the Apache Junction Municipal Planning Area (MPA)has seen a 7.6 percent increase to the existing retail inventory,absorption has been moderate,and vacancies have trended down to the current rate of 8.6 percent. commuting from outside the city.These jobs are concentrated primarily within education, health care,social service entertainment,accommodations and food services.The spending potential of the employee population is calculated at $9.1 million annual and could be significant to support future retail in the downtown area. 3.VISITOR POPULATION FINDINGS There are two components to the visitor segment population.First there are the winter residents who reside in Apache Junction for part of the year and then there are visitors or tourists who pass through the community.Both contribute to the City's economy through their spending. b)The demand for retail space is 243,947 square feet growing to nearly 1.2 million square feet by 2020. a) c)The office market in the Apache Junction MPA has typically been undersupplied; extremely low vacancy rates of 0.0%between 2001 and 2007 have since spurred considerable office construction.3WinterresidentshaveasignificantimpactonApacheJunction's economy,however, quantifying the exact number of winter residents and their impact is challenging, due to the fact that little data is available. b) d)Apache Junction MPA ended the second quarter of 2009 with an office vacancy rate at around 18.8 percent.Based on conservative office employment projections, the estimated demand for office space is nearly 130,000 square feet growing to 373,000 by 2020. To estimate the number of winter residents.Data from the Salt River Project (SRP), the local electric provider was reviewed.This data revealed that the peak months for active residential accounts is January through March.Taking a 12 month average there are 29,442 active residential accounts,of which 5,466 or 18.4 percent are classified as winter residents.This figure does not include those residents who keep their accounts active,so the percentage of winter residents is probably understated. c) e)Over 50 percent of the existing housing stock in Apache Junction is mobile homes, boats,RV's or vans.The vacancy rates within the housing stock are 30 percent, which is reflective of the seasonal residents. The City's Visitor Center keeps track of tourists/visitors that stop by their office for information.Based on the 2008 data,there were 28,353 visitors that requested information.However,these figures do not distinguish between winter residents (who may have requested information)and tourists. d)f)Based on the housing demand analysis,Apache Junction MPA will not need any additional units in 2010 given the surplus of 481 units;however by 2020 an additional 7,971 units will be needed.3 g)Housing demand could be greater as housing units in the market are replaced,and residents and winter residents seek newer alternatives to mobile homes.4.MARKET DEMAND FINDINGS A demand analysis was conducted utilizing population and employment projections from the Central Arizona Council of Governments (CAAG)for the Apache Junction Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA).The demand analysis is for the years 2010,2015,and City of Apache Junction34 f)In the short term,there is very limited or no demand in retail,office and housing, however there is potential for a rebound in the market and for each product type. Much is dependent on the general economic recovery of the area. Retail Square Feet 2010 2015 2020 Conservative 243,947 635,535 1,186,761 Moderate 257,016 707,924 1,374,082 X.Community Ownership and OutreachOfficeSquareFeet 2010 2015 2020 Conservative 129,935 246,209 372,737 Moderate 163,843 350,521 556,859 An integral part of a successful downtown program is the active engagement of the City Council,community,city staff,property and businesses owners in the Downtown. Consequently an outreach program has been actively pursued in many different venues to develop the DRIS.There have been quarterly meetings with the members of City Council over the one year of the development of the DRIS with public presentations on the status of the work program and discussion on the key issues or questions where direction was needed.In addition to the public Council meetings there have been numerous individual meetings to ensure Council comment and input was achieved. Housing Units 2010 2015 2020CConservative-481 3,013 7,971 Moderate -223 4,297 11,015 S.GENERAL CONCLUSIONS a)Winter residents contribute to the economy,but little data is available to understand to what extent.Quantifying this demographic segment would be valuable.A second avenue of outreach was the City staff in the form of a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)which met every two weeks during the one year study.The TAC was composed of key staff and provided feedback and a source of information (See Appendix D for a list of the TAC members). b)There is a significant amount of retail leakage taking place and the majority of retail expenditures are flowing to surrounding communities. c)Apache Junction currently lacks the population and housing density needed to attract and sustain new retail. The third focus of the formal outreach program was the creation of a Stakeholders Group made up of representatives from the key commercial and property owners in the project study area.Representatives from the neighboring residential areas,and various civic and educational representatives were also active participants in the Stakeholders Group.The intent of this group was not to be a recommending body,but rather to serve as a sounding board and a realty check for the implementation strategy.Their assessment of problems, opportunities,perceptions and deal-killer issues were essential in successfully guiding this C d)Based on historical vacancy and absorption,there could be a strong appetite for office space in Apache Junction once the market rebounds.Stakeholders Group e)Apache Junction's housing stock is largely composed of mobile homes,a portion of which may be in need of replacement.Housing demand findings do not distinguish between housing types or potential desire for redevelopment. Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 35 The objectives of the outreach program were to ensure that the community was intimately involved in the formation of the Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy, that it is a community product,that agreement was reached on a shared vision and that a shared understanding of the implementation steps was achieved. effort through the mistakes of the past (See Appendix E). The outreach to the larger community also included an Expert's Panel where local and national experts on a variety of downtown subjects conducted a half day workshop with the city staff and an evening session hosted by the Stakeholders Group with over 25 people in attendance.The experts represented diverse areas such as housing,economics, architecture,branding,and downtown development.3ExpertPanel The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it,but that it is too low and we reach it. -Michelangelo The other major public outreach session was a Business Development Seminar with over 60 business owners in attendance on how to "Thrive During Difficult Times"conducted by a national business coach and speaker. In addition to the more formal outreach program,other efforts were made to ensure there was as wide of range of viewpoints.This included having a local office and creating a downtown web site (www.downtownaj.com),posting all reports and presentations on the web site,and numerous one-on-one meetings with property and business owners in the downtown.This extended outreach effort also included numerous presentations to groups including the Chamber of Commerce,Apache Junction Citizen's Leadership Institute,Superstition Mountain Horseman's Association,Superstition Area Networking and Development (SAND),Central Arizona College Student Council,and Central Arizona Association of Governments.3 An important part of the outreach program was the location of a separate downtown office on Apache Trail.All of the stakeholders meeting were held there as well as many informal meetings with staff and residents.A separate office focusing on the Downtown underscored the significance of the study and allowed the integration of the work effort into the fabric of the Downtown. City of Apache Junction36 Appendix )A.Base maps 1.Project Study Area 2.Redevelopment Districts... 3.Infill Incentive Districts.... 4.Downtown Zones...... 5.Apache Trail Median 6.FEMA Flood Zones 7.Downtown Core 8.Conceptual “Main Street”Design 9.Downtown Circulation Map 10.Main Street Program Boundaries 11.Single Central Business District... 12.Existing Downtown Zoning 13.Water District Boundaries 14.Sewer Service and District Boundaries B.Proposed Downtown Work Plan C.Traffic Analysis and Impact Criteria D.Technical Advisory Committee E.Stakeholders Group F.Sign Code Matrix G.Downtown Zoning Checklist .... 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I*3u 'lare^jsn \n •i-i Q ■o \,r o > 9H o DC/3 hmmi.,v r^'c3.o laCAii^-Vi «|S^,-;|if''-i&:|iiMi.^ c ¥111 f 'I -vl .JAIvl•'fjm imI»r j!r*>'»^» ■£’r#.3- t» •w <C I :v£2Li A |-;'0-*’1 ;'|ifcw«Iw WORK PUIN -DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATECV 1.MOIII IBEHTlTY/BRiHDIBG\) COIL 1.1 -Adopt B consistent brand that focuses on the Superstition Mountains as the main rraap for the community and downtown and incorporates the “western”feel of Apache Junction in areas such asequestrian,historical mining,cowboy life style,outdoor and recreational activities. STMTE6IES Lead Person Support Dept.Priority Time FrameCost Actions Status a)Include a consistent‘tend”in the promotion of the downtown; b)Consistency with the “brand'”as reflected in different Downtown zones should he encouraged. c)Funding should be set aside each year to promote the brand. i $d B d)Adopt a logo and color palate consistent with brand and apply to public improvements.A $Ace)Emphasize the brand in bnsiness recmitment and retention efforts as well as special events.I N/£ ;f)Create a western image incorporating ah Old Anzona feel for the Transition Zone./$ p^AL jS *-Cledrly^defir^lhe ■edges opentriesjof thetoinmunity Arid 'the doOTtownio‘create-a ceparale identity .and |mager|Tie juiposei^tf Creat^a iniguMdMtitjt and Aranil^for the community,and to|Greate;a>ense.hfjrfiyalintojthe;dovptowh.-'V.'..“’.■'-■"'‘" STRATEGIES Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions Status da)Gateways should be instaUed at key locations in the downtown.)C $ b)Specific improvements should he made to define the major entries into Apache Junction.B $$o pOAL.1,3.-Develop a comprehensiye wayfinding .proqra^m that identifies Downtown Apache Junctioii and the :iimjorJ)nildi ngs,and activities within the~.do.whtown.•^ STRATEGIES'Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.Time Frame Actions .Status . a)Develop a sign template that can be nsed for pnblic roadway signs.A $2010-2011 ob)Upgrade the existing sips along the roadways identifying .city facilities, c)Erect liew sips that identify efderal and:icoiiaty bnildinfflocations.' d)Install seasonal b^ers B $12011-2012 a:$:■2011-2012 Trail that celebrate the history of Apache Innction. e)Work with local major attractions on installing wayfinding sipage. f)Provide secondary street sipage to Bowntown Apache Junction and to its "major attractions C c $$.2012-2013 B $2011-2012 B $2011-2012r GOAl 1.4 -Strategically focus the branding and advertising to attract winter visitors and special activities. STRii|BlES Cost Lead Person Support Dept Time Frame .I Priority Actions ■Status a)Establish a program to collect "hard"data on winter visitor statistics.B 2011-2012.J 8/24/2010 Redevelopment and Implementation StrategyBism•ivJC' ( 2(llfl-2flli$b)Working with local bnsinesses joinfly promote or sponsor events and activities.2011-2(112Bc)Identify ways to attract horse owners and explore the constniction of a trailheai d)Provide opportniiities for stables adjacent to RV parks.^ e)Focus advertising and media onfreach on outdoor recreations f)Provide a local events calendar of scheduled activities and events,for residents and-visitors. 2012-2013CN/A \(2011-2012■•$ 2010-2011-■A:.;.,:■ -'f 2.THmi ZOHE COMCIPT GOJIL 2.1 -Create a manageahle,pedestrian scale downtoryn in a commercial area that is two miles in length from Meridian to Winchester along Apache Tr^(6PriorityCostLeadPenonbnpportDeptlimetrameiiciionsdlalUdSTRATEGIES A N/Aa)Divide the downtown area into three distinctive zones for work propam.o GOAL 2.2 -Modify the General Plan,;city codes and policies to reflect the .special nature of the downtown and'unigneness of each ef thejhreejdisri^3hPriorityCostLeadPersonbnpportMept.lime irame iLcuons dldlUb OSTRATEGIES A 1lingoverlayzoneforeachofthethreedistricts.a)Create a b)Peveldp new Design Gnidelines for each-of three Downtown Zones.:■ c)Allow noii-confonning properties more latitnde in redeveloping by modifying the zoning code, d)Modify the General Plan to represent the downtown area as a mixed nse designation, e)Amend the zoning code to allow mixed uses by right in all zoning districts in the downtown. A i A N/A . C N/A oA$i)Revise the sip code to allow sips reflective of each district g)Consider the use of "revocable permits-‘‘for,qroiuid monnted'',,si C ^N/A ,along Apache Trail. a APACHE TRm MEBlllH o QGOAL3.1 -Visually tie the downtown together through the enhanced treatment of medians in Ihe downtoyra area_foc^gjin_^i^h^^T^3PnontyCostLeadPersonbnpportDept.lime irame;'ilcuons •ir..i]ldLUoSTRATEGIES A N/Aa)The nnmber of lanes on Apache Trail should remain as 6 lanes .A N/A -b)The width of the center median on Apache Trail shonld remain intact and preserved. Ac)The medians from Meridian to Winchester shonld be enhanced to visnal link the three zones, d)The median improvements ,shonld include lighting,pnhlic art,signage and additional landscaping. e)On-street bike lanes shonld he added along Apache Trail B B $ #'8/24/2010 ^COm 3.2 -Median improvements should be constructed in a systematic way with a consistent set of improvements over the multi -year project. STMTEGKS;Ictioiiis;;:j'■V-'~~c a)The improvements on the median should be done systematically and in a phased fashion.it N/ll b)Landscape center medians should be added on^key adjacent streets.C $$$ GOfl.l '3.3 -Provide safe and convenient non-motor access along and across Ipache Trail. -STlTEGlS SnpportleiliiLeadPerson ^•"i|ictions-,^\Status a)Provide an 8 foot wide sidewalk along both sides of Ipache Trail.C $$ b)Provide striped crosswalks at sipalized intersections and provide midpoint sipals in the medians.B $$ <0c)Signalize the Winchester-Old West Highway;intersections.£$$ d)Issess connecting aftnre trails into the Town Center.$01C4.BIWTimKffiOH/ItONOlMG MllilTY JA OfeOJil'i!-The Carriers .to rOvjtaligation cf sm jl ppperties (especially ii^the ffahsition jlsjr^^^jnitigated._'_ ■Tiine Frame-STRATEGIES Lead PersonPriorityCost 'Actions-;,V Stattis:' a)Encourage commercial bnildings to connect to existing sewer lines throngh financial incentives.E $ b)Address the existing flood plain designation along the north side of Apache Trail, c)Impact fees waived for new development less than 20,000 square feet in Transition Zone: $■Pinal Connty Grant ■A 'N/A o jCOAL ,4.2 -Support the revitalization cf existing bnildings_anLsm_allerprqpErtjes.rn the TrMs|tioh Zone asja unignejornmefcial entity..■~- Time Frame'STRATEGIES -Lead PersonCost'.r a)Adopt design gnidelines for Transition Area in order to achieve a more southwestern image.o$ b),Establish an ongoing Transition Pistrict Business Owner Association for this area.QAN/A c)Sponsor a series of businesses development seminars to promote the area.B $C d)Secure federal,state,or county monies for,an ongoing fagade matching grant program.N/A ./ e)Identify key locations within the district to erect western features to support the brand.C ■'$1 f)Facilitate adjacent property owners working togedier to improve access.N/AA g)Provide free initial architectnral desip assistance to properties that are proposing to remodel .A N/A GOAL 4.3 -Develop a downtown that is unigue within its boundaries and from the freeway oriented uses along US BO. 8/24/2010 Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy B-3 StatusActionsTimeFrameSupportBeplLeadPersonCostPrioritySTRATEGIES ma)The zoning code should be revised to reflect the nnipe characteristics of each Zone, b)Offer three year partial tax rebate to local businesses to relocate downtown. c)Jlllocate percent of new city sales tax from development outside downtown to DT. C $ B N/J IGGAL M -Identify and actively recniit smallioc#y owned businesses and non-retail organizations for the Transition PjsjricUnd^fhe^ow^^ Priority Cost Lead Person Support Dept.lime trame.nCUOU!)OldLUaSTRATEGIES' N/iinadjacentcomnmnities,a)Mate personal contact with targeted bnsine b)Participate and make presentation to local civic groups on Bovirntown A}. c)Establish an annual award given to most sipificant revitalizatjon contribntion. d)Consider forming a BID for enhanced services. Jl H/i rtf£H/il C $ 3X(GOAL I s -Promote lourisni in-Apache Junction aiid liie.lowntown as the Lome Jiase ;or#ail head for visiting - Priority Cost Lead Person Support Bepl l ime name ACilOnS dldlUoSTRATEGIES.oIma)Work with local and regional agencies to coordinate and promote the downtown area. b)Establish a commnnity based organization with representatives &om major toniist attractions, c)Consider dedicating a potion of the City of Apache }nnction's Transient Lodging Tax for tonrism.$a iGOliI’e -Promotepublic artiaMj^as aunipejeatnre of public_andjriyate:downtown deveIopmentany^ireafai£ajinii|uyi^oPriorityCostLeadPersonsupportnepilimenameALUUilauLClLUa;STRATEGIES C $a)Allocate 1%of the construction cost of new pnblic projects for art within downtown. b)Public art projects should attempt to select artists from the area...y c)Invite volnnteers from the arts commnnity to review new city pnblic projects. A N/i B H/i ocN/Ad)Involve stndents at CAC in a local downtovra arts competition.^ e)Work with the arts commnnity to secure a bnilding for a local retail outlet for local artists.Qc 3GOAL4;7 -Indentify and support strong,existing residential neighborhoods that are in or close to the-downtown. Priority Cost Lead Person Support Bepl lime irame nCUOllS uldlUbSTRATEGIES B $$a)Program i»ifrastrcnctnre improvements (water,sewer,streets)to eliminate defiencies and enhance liveability. bl Provide safe,convenient pedestrian connections between neighborhoods and downtown,particnlarly to Downtown Core. ■cj—Liiainiiu'uiiaiiiuuai nwyuuumuuu uaLinuay neau'up eveiiti,wim i.n>uuu a pivim.m uic $ B •$ iiti 8/24/2010 City of Apache JunctionB-4 'Goal 4.8 -Focus on attracting additional quality housing in or near the downtown to support the commercial areas and to provide alternatives for existing and hew residents. STMTEGIES:.TimeMtoe^“Cdstr :.Statns; a)Allow mixed uses by right in all three downtown zones.smy lui umiiue yiuup B mD7eiupyiuyifluilyeiifliiyAllvcvTisims^vncrurTcciuir B B/i c)Provide a density bonus for market-rate multiple-family housing that provides 10 per cent of its units as affordoMf,B d)Pnrsne federal,state efnding that provide assistance for high pality affordable honsing that meets desip pidelines.N/i Goal i9 -Prov:legative or outdated residential development to upgrade or transition to a more supportive land use. ‘-Lddd PersoiiCost Status^.:;Actio hi;:!-'B7~i5iBinisnTrviJinnim7TnitBrTnnimgT(ssrstHinTTirogiBiirTDTnrTiinrannnTnrtnsiinaneirTesintnnsrriamipinneittinyTnnr UU-■ofm b)Conduct regular inspections of developments that have repeated code violations or fi’eanent police calls for service.II iieip piupcny uwueri aemie luiuny,tiaivui leueiarmouiei m upgiaue eAiiiiiiy laumuei,umiu new auuiuauie £N/fl C N/fi S.DOWNTOTOGORE O GOAL-5.1 Gteate ta >1?ftTiv|town |p;h jfci STRATEGIES Time rrhMe !Support Dept.Cost /Status■?■ .,.mV.■ a)Organize the Downtown Core into three identifiable centers.%B/i b)Reinforce "Y"intersection as center of downtown to establish community identity. c)Modify the Meridian Redevelopment Area to include the gap in the downtown. B/E oAB/fl d)Upon request expand the City Center District Zoning to include the entire Town Center area.B/fl COAL S.2 "afcoqiDrate^.urhan .ajid unii|uely Apyhe juncL design elements in the building of the Totvn Center.oSTRATEGIES;;;:5’Gost Lead Person Time Traihe-Actions Status^Q■ri- a)Approve a new downtown "Main Street"desip as a pedestrian oriented street b)Build new "Main Streets"in the core of downtown. B/A c C $$$ c)Improve existing streets as a "Main Street"in downtown cere.A $$$ d)Incorporate the Elements of a Great Downtown into mandatory desip guidelines.B B/i e)Incorporate sustainable elements in the downtown as a requirement for new development C GOAL 5.3 -Explore opportunities to spur development in the Town Center. 8/24/2010 Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy B-5 I Piiority I.Cost Snpport Dept.Time Frame Actions ^.StattfsLeadiPerson■/-Cr Z S$a)Explore the pnrchase of land to connect Idaho and Horth Apache Trail b)Consider partnerships with the owners of the existing lands within the Town Center.C $ C $c)Work with the property owner of older shopping centers to improve commercial viability.I c:d)Enconrage owners of commercial properties,to work together to create a new "Main Street".$ GOAL 5.4 -Develop a community and special events location. Cost LeadPerson Time:Frame Actips;atatns'"/I •:tATMTEi^S:■/ $$$a)Improve North Apache Trail as a "Majn Street”. $$b)Coosidfit the potential,of acgniring the two four nnit baildings along North Apache, c)Design,the reconstmction of Morth Apache Trail as a facility that can accommodate special events.A $$0*3$d)Consider incorporating a ropdabont in Horth Apache Trail with a stage in the center of street uGOAL5.5 -Ensure compatibility of new development Tvith existing neighborhoods.oCostLe,ad:Person Sjipqrtllcpt Time Fraine ;,Actions;;STBiTEGp:3 ,3 Aa)High density housing should be concentrated along Idaho and along the Horth Apache Trail, h)Lower,density housing shonld be focused along Winchester north of the Old West highway. c)Honiiinj over 2 stories shonld be of varying heights especially |f next to residential areas. d)Activities with noise shonld be located in the middle of the Town Centen H/A -■ N/A C H/A N/A O 6.SuDDOrtiiio Principles Goal 6.1 -Establish a building form and design palette that is uniquely Apache Junction.oPrioiityCostLeadPersonSupportDept:Time Frame;:Actions ataius »STRATEGIES ^^. A N/Aa)Incorporate sonthwestem architectnre as the primary design requirement 3AN/Ab)Connect all areas of the Downtown Core with shaded sidewalks w/new development. A $c)Select Street rnmitnre that reflects a sonthwestem image. C $$d)Install a continuous row of nniqne street lights along Apache Trail. e)Provide a variety of building heights in the Town Center to create the impression bnildings evolved over time,N/A $$f)Create a sense of excitement by using color,lights,sips and banners,particnlarly in Town Center, g)Enhance Focal Point by improving adjacent comers (Welcome sip on HW comet).A ■$ t8/24/2010 City of Apache JunctionB-6 Coal 6.2 -Provide accessibility and basic infrasUucture system to support development. STRATEGIES Support DepL'Time.ycort flctidns ; i.Install roimdatont at Snperstition/SR 88.)B .$$^ ii.Restripe Ipache Trail to create three 10-foot lanes with a 6-foot hike lane.B $ iii.Use landscaping cnrbs,or other device to protect pedestrians at driveways and along major streets, iv.Install cnrb and gutter and use straight tapered transitions for torn lanes/Bpaclie Trail V.Realign Scenic Drive;Create Plaza Dr.connections in two locations. it $ B ■..ii-': c $$ vi.With Town Center,consider trolley to connect CflC,neightorhoods with DT Core, vii.Install landscaped median on Idaho Rd.' $$C C viii.Require new development to bnild "Main Streets"at time of development.it N/4 b)Trailsci.Connect the downtown to the larger commnnity horse and bike trails system. ii.Install horse facilities in Town Center as teiminns for comnmiiity trail system, iii.Establish an epestrian/mnltipiiriiose trail head convenient to Bowntown. 1 $ C $$ c $Oiv.Develop a comprehensive Pedestrian Circnlation Plan that ciinnects 3 areas af Bowntown Core.B $$ V.Explore securing grant for "Park and Share"facility for carpooling and special event parking, c)Water and Sewer Service $ i.Enlarge the water line to 12"on Apache Trail as part of its reconstraction.$ ii.Offer incentives;for existing development to connect septic system to SMGFD #1.B N/fi oiii.Work with property ovmers east of Idaho Rd.to qange interest in improvemeiit district d)Flood Control C N/i i.Conduct study to for handling drainage in Downtovim and in flood zone,m ii.Develop a approach to storm wPter management ■:B;$ o Coal 6:3 -Views of the mountain'hacMrop at key locations should be considered in.new developments.Q.STRATEGIES:Priority Cost Lead Person Support.DepL Time Frame .Actions Statui:C a)Preserve the view,if possible,of Superstition Mountains from the "Y".il N/i b)Reqnire a variety of bnilding heights in large developments to ensnre view corridors, c)Protect the Fonr Peab view along N.Apache Trail with the "Main Street"desip. A N/i : i N/i Goal 6.4 -Identify a variety of event locations and activities that will attract residents and visitors alike into the downtown or the region. I;STRATEGIES;:y I Cost ritead Eetsoni:&)^iDep§^Time Frame ;{ 8/24/2010 Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy a)Work with Pinal coimty to acpire ard^;^ b)Incorporate Public Space into design and constniction of N.Apache TrajL : c)Propam this Public Space for live entertainment activities,such as weekend masic jamboree. d)Work with region to attract and program special events in the bowntown (Day of the Cowboy,etc). e)Identify existing activities,such as Barieen's,that could be connected or attracted to Downtowii. ;$$$:-:.:vj ■■■;: $ c $ fc$!> £ Goal 6.5 -New development in the Downtown Core shall utilize the principles of sustainability and serve as a local example of ,a model 21st Century downtown. Priority.:;Cost?'^•-teadvPer^^Support Dept.lime trame jxtipnsij oiaius:;',,’;,:;STBiTEGIES V 1 $of solar collectors to power decorative tree lights in the median and right-of-way.a)Explore the nse b)Consider alternative paving desip that is porous for the on-street parking on "Main Street".(d£$■ £N/£c)Promote the Downtown as a "Green City"as part of its 21st Century City image PU 3Goal6.6 -Within the downtown the City Council should be pro-active in eliminating blight and indicators of decline (Nnisance abatement).X Sh"Cost';Iiead?eriion f:Time:Franiev itctions draluS:.STRATEGIES o£$a)Continae a proactive code enforcement program in the downtown focused on blight and visual issnes., ivelv and nroactivelv enforce the citv codes reqardinq vacant bnildings and buildinqs in disrepair. uj uurii.e vunimeeti,bumuiuiinj iieiyite wuiMii lu uu lEyuiai imumeuauie uu buj yimniitjf,iu»»-mi.umi, £$b)N/fi £$d)Esfahl'sh a downtown "Spring Clean-np"in the fall of each year prior to the arrival of winter visitors. e)When normal enforcement is not effective the city shonld nse abatement procedures to clean np properties,bill owners.N/£ o 7.Implementation and Measuring Success I Goar7.i~~The Downtown revitalization-program shonld be organized as a long-term efforV'bv the City af ipache lunction government,residents,businesses,and property OTOers.oCostLead:Person SnppoftPept.::lime:trame aciions;•uldlUS'Q■.V..'■fti £N/£a)Develop Capital Improvements Program to include Downtown projects N/£3b)Develop an annnat Work Program.with an Implementation Matrix . $$c)City Conncil shonld adopt the Downtown £nnnal Work Program as part of its budget process, d)City shonld cooperate and develop strong alliances with existing downtown-snpporting organizations N/£ the revitalization of the downtown.of the Downtown StrategyGoal7.2 -The city organization shonld place a high focus on implementation Lead Person .Support Dept,Time Frame Actions ;Status - a)Create staff Downtown Technical Committee with responsibaity to implement £nnnal Work Program. STMTEGIES ,>1 .\t H/£1...8/24/2010 / City of Apache JunctionB-8 h)Assign a staff person as Downtown Coordinator.il N/fl c)Assign additional staff support to augment the Downtown Coordinator.N/i Goal 7.3 -The city should review all of its codes,processes and fees relating to development in the downtown to ensure consistent support for the revitalization program.)Support DeptLeadPeispn fictions a)fimend Zoning Code to allow staff-level approval for small projects in Transition Zone.$ b)Modily the Meridian Redevelopment Area boundaries to conespond with Project Stndy boundaries.it N/fl c)fimend Zoning Code to reflect three Powntown Zones.N/fl d)Develop Economic Pevelopment website focused on the Powntown to provide information to the public.fl N/fl e)City Toolkit should be np-dated to reflect collect information.B N/fl Goal 7.4 -The development process improvements should consider how to make the review and process for new development and building permits in the downtown area more efficient.This should,whereCappropriate,differentiate between small developments and larger developments. :-iMtegies lead PPisbn Statfls^Gost a)Establish a development project tracking system to docnment predictability for applicant.oflN/fl b)Repire staff comments prior to Preliminary Development Review meeting, c)Written comments shoald be given to applicant at beginning of PBR meeting. it N/fl fl N/fl d)Appoint and train Planners to be Project Managers as single point of contact, e)Track development projects and time in the process. fl N/fl fl N/fl f)Prepare an ongoing report on the status of each project and peimit on a bi-weekly basis.fl N/fl og)Condact semi-annaal training program on cnstomer service.$ h)Establish an ongoing cnstomer feedback system for each application.N/fl i)Revise the Infill Incentive District to reflect actnal incentives.N/fl oCoal7.5 -The city should pursue federal ,aud state grants and programs to revitalize downtown neighborhoods nd commercial areas and determine annually,as part of the budget process,what is the most effective way to spend public dollars to revitalize downtown.Q C Leid^efsol "S||pbif:llepLSTRfiTEGIES Status ::Cost Time Tf^e'“'.S'.'' a)Utilize CDBG and State Housing Trast Fund dollars to continue with the city's honsing rehab program, b)Explore Relocation Assistance Program for change of use of existing substandard mobile home parks. fl N/fl B N/fl c)Focns TEfl-21 transportation enhancement funding toward downtown revitalization projects, d)Direct city's annual allocation of CDBG afnds toward the revitalization efforts of Bovimtown. fl N/fl N/fl /8/24/2010 Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy B-9 m •I N) sa ■•ION.T.S.m o7>uo8.o> z o .1 5,6P3 I 3,1146,228 u£2.ft. nS^C 2,200SUPERSTITION-7,114 I 8,764 04 E IHl Tl■I 14,240 0 11.951 I12.180 APACHEL m *1 CI2 s>^1,5545,6036>129 L I 3,176;1^5.438 I-"BROADWAY3,653I c u IS (d 94 H ] ’AND . 3soSoSa-2 >>f XoX>§ o •1 *1o9h«■ UN.T.S.o o (d 3ro«SUPERSTITION g a<42,000 21,00048,000 50,000 APACHE V in •iH U2 (d IdBROADWAY H!3u cdIh H ESTIMATED 2007 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES (NOTE:apache TRAIL AND OLD WEST HlGHVtfAV VOLUMES ARE INCLUDED.) Li^ o73sQ nsXo•m*o>)o o o 0 •i-i 9^N.T.S.o SUPERSTITION u m,21,000^c Qi II |l9>000f rd)02IIAPACHEm J36^000 m .3 c BROADWAY o OS »4 ESTIMATED 2007 OTTAL DAIlV TRAFFIC VOLUMES {NOTE:AFACHE TRAIL AND QLD^EgTHiGHVVAy VOLUMES ARE EXCLUDED.); Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy o S' 3JS:Om a <0'Z70 >>s X ■o X •l-l>f \O>ooiD •I uN.T.S.u o (0 3t01SUPERSTITIONg H4 Ai£i i£i Ct<48,000 24,00057,00055,000 (0 sAPACHE/i V in •iH in (0 sBROADWAY % 3u frtiis (01U ESTIMATED 2010 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES (NOTE:AlY^GHETRAIL ANOOLp VtfESTHlOHVA^VbLQlVlE&ARE INCLUDED.)\ -r%.«•/*! 333so OfmP>33 >s •HIo>o o Si>)o 7ZO •H UN.T.S. SUPERSTITION h o .24,000^0iC zI M ,22,000')(12 •HAPACHEV2 ,41,000' Hj c BROADWAY u (0 9l H ESTIMATED 2010 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES {NOTE:APACHE TRAIL AND OLD WEST HIGHWAY VOLUMES ARE EXCLUDED.) Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy 3273 om O m33>s XD o >A >o €>o D Q) •M N.T.S.o o 3OiSUPERSTITIONa 13AA 63,000 ,00065,000 32,000 IdAPACHE•9 in in 5>» (d HiBROADWAY H5 3u •Hi ^•4 (dIH ESTIMATED 2015 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES (NOTE:APACHE TRAIL AND OLD WEST HIGHWAY VOLUMES ARE INCLUDED.)>' City of Apache JunctionC-6 3 S'o OS5 X z >50 s X •p4o>8 D O 94A>)Z 01 94 N.T.S.o SUPERSTITION u nS,32,000 ‘0iCBz1 dJ30,000 ^(0 1 in 11 APACHE (0,49,000^d Hj C BROADWAY u 94 H ESTIMATED 2015 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIGVOLUMES {NOTE:APACHE TRAIL AND OLD WEST HIGHWAY VOLUMES Aj^E EXCLUDED.) Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy C-7 s 70 omZ o50>D X' >o o (■•o Iko 0) kN.T.S.u o oOlSUPERSTITION a A <68,00075,000 77,000 44,000 (dAPACHEyyUi •i-i (d BROADWAY HJ 3u <4-4 (TfTk El ESTIMATED 2020 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES (NOTE:APACHE TRAIL AND OLD WEST HIGHWAV VOLUMES ARE INCLUpED.)S'.•I ^ City of Apache JunctionC-8 o30mo mo50>so X >o o)>So D ?!o •HI N.T.S.o SUPERSTITION u J44,000 ftcOi IZI -d ]42,000[ (12111•HAPACHE02 ol,61,000'a C BROADWAY u •H (M%(0 9^ ESTIMATED 2020 TOTAL DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES (NOTE:APACHE TRAIL AND OLD WEST HIGHWAY VOLUMES ARE EXCLUDED.); Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy C-9 subsequent to the development completion.An annual increase in non-development traffic of 3%should be utilized. DOWNTOWN APACHE JUNCTION TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY REQUIREMENTS rs5)Recommend traffic control and lane configurations -without the proposed ,,,4 development -at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed ^4 development for the current conditions and anticipated conditions five (5)years subsequent to the development completion. 6)Calculation of the anticipated traffic generated by the proposed development at ^ the site accesses and at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed development,(d 7)Analysis of the morning and evening peak hour operation -with the proposed development -at each major intersection -within one-half mile of the proposed rt development,with current conditions and with anticipated conditions five (5)years ^ subsequent to the development completion. 8)Recommend traffic control and lane configurations -with the proposed development -at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed development for the current conditions and anticipated conditions five (5)years ^ subsequent to the development completion. )■If a proposed development in downtown Apache Junction exceeds the sizes indicated in Table 1,a traffic impact study is required. Table 1:Land Use Sizes Requiring Traffic Irnpact Study USIZELANDUSE 800 UnitsResidentialorHotel 3100,000 Square FeetRetailorRestaurant 150,000 Square FeetMedicalOfficeorClinic 300,000 Square FeetOffice If a Traffic Impact Study is required,the following tasks should be accomplished in accordance with the most current editions of the most applicable references. V)1)Documentation of existing conditions including traffic control,roadway geometries,and surrounding land use, (62)Measurement of weekday turning movement traffic volumes during the peak three-hour periods in the morning and in the evening,in 15-minute increments,at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed development.s Du &3)Measurement of weekday approach and departure traffic volumes during a 24- hour period,in 15-minute increments,at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed development.(d u H4)Analysis of the morning and evening peak hour operation -without the proposed development -at each major intersection within one-half mile of the proposed development,with current conditions and with anticipated conditions five (5)years City of Apache Junctionc-10 DOWNTOWN APACHE JUNCTION PARKING REQUIREMENTS The minimum and maximum number of parking spaces required for land uses in downtown Apache Junction are indicated in Table 1.) •r4Table2:Parking Requirements o u1parkingspaceper MAXIMUMLANDUSEMINIMUMC50squarefeetChurch150squarefeet E50squarefeet150squarefeetFitnessCenter Half-unitHotelUnit 200 square feet 50 square feetMedicalOfficeorClinic 100 square feetOffice300squarefeet Residential -Single Family Half-unit Quarter-unit Bedroom Half-bedroomResidential-Multi-Family)100 square feet 25 square feet mRestaurant •i-l100squarefeetRetail300squarefeetm5,000 square feet 1,500 square feetSelf-Storage HJco a 94 E-I Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy C-ll oTechnicalAdvisoryCommittee Bryant Powell -Assistant City Manager Steve Filipowicz -Economic Development Director Brad Steinke -Development Services Director David Fern -Public Works Director Janine Solley -Business Advocate Dennis Dixon -Building Official Nick Blake -Parks Superintendant Rudy Esquivias -Senior Planner Giao Pham -City Engineer Fred Baker -Planning Manager Emile Schmid -Senior Project Engineer Heather Patel -CDBG Program Coordinator 0) •pH[ a a oCU o •i-i >} Hj (d o ACu o J Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy D-l Downtown Stakeholders Group) Members: Superstition Harley DavidsonBeverlyLeResche OiChrisHansingArnoldAutomotiveCenter0 OCApacheRacingEdBraungerU oSuperstitionHorseman’s AssociationBeverlyHansen m Jack Beveridge Empowerment Systems 0 -dJoannaBakerBakerRealty)O AJodiEhrlichLosGringosLocos0 Central Arizona College Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce John Irvine Larry Johnson c RealtorReneRjlesieutre Superstition Mental HealthRobEvans Central Arizona CollegeSharonStinard Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy E-l BackgroundDRAFT TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOLLOWUP TO CITY COUNCIL DIRECTION Several businesses in Apache Junction have expressed concern to City Council that in today's difficult economy something should be done to allow additional signage opportunities for small businesses.Additipnal signage options suggested by these businesses included temporary signs such as A-frame and "fin"signs.Fin signs are considered to be banners under the existing sign code and are allowed signs.A-frame signs have historically been prohibited in many communities,but there has been increasing pressure to rescind that prohibition and allow them as a part of a businesses sign program.Some cities (locally and nationally)have chosen to make a change and allow A-frames,either temporarily in response to the slow economy,or permanently. Other cities have maintained the ban on A-frames. ) Introduction On November 16,2009 City Council asked G&G Consulting to review temporary signage and provide feedback on whether temporary sign policies should be altered to reflect the Council's recognition of the difficult state of the current business economy,the need to be competitive with other Valley communities,and the desire to support local businesses during the critical holiday/winter visitor season.While not intending to divert from the long-term goal of promoting and maintaining high community aesthetic standards for signage.City Council expressed the desire to respond to business concerns with a degree of urgency,and policy direction was given that: X uC Generally,the types of signs allowed should reflect what is effective for the business while at the same time meeting aesthetic and safety standards of the community.Many cities,like Apache Junction,prohibit A-frarhes generally,but allpw them under special circumstances in the most intensely developed portion of the downtown.A-frame signs can be an effective form of signage in core downtown areas that are pedestrian- oriented and where traffic is moving slowly.Buildings in downtowns are often limited in opportunities for other types of signs that are available to businesses outside of downtown,such as freestanding ground signs or multitenant monument signs. § OjAlthoughnotspecificallynamedinthesignordinance,"fin"flags most closely function as a banner and may be classified as such until such time the sign code is updated. o Code Enforcement will continue to enforce the signs code,bu temporary signage will not be a high priority until the issue is revisited next Spring/Summer.Policy Implications A decision on whether to amend sign standards (temporary signs or any other sign issue)should include discussion and resolution of the following questions:An Ombudsman will make contact with property owners/business managers when violations occur,and will work with them to identify options for:a)signage allowed in the code and b)alternate options for business visibility and viability. C 1.Will the amendment enhance the viability of businesses within the community? A-frame signs are only allowed immediately adjacent to the business and when they are not intended for visibility from the street.2.Will the amendment have an effect on the aesthetic standards of the community? 3.Will the amendment have any other unintended consequences?G&G Consulting was asked to return to the City Council with longer-term recommendations on what changes to the sign code,if any,are warranted. Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy F-l a.Mounted to wall of a buildingAdequatesignageisnecessaryforbusinessestobesuccessful.Signage is also a substantial component of the image a community projects to residents and visitors. Everyone has been in cities where the types and sizes of signage were highly restricted and the signage that was allowed was "quiet signage".The streetscape looked clean and unobstructed,but finding a business was sometimes frustrating.In other cities, it appears that there are virtually no restrictions on signage,and each business competes with their neighbor for the attention of passing consumers.The streetscape was cluttered by signs,and the end result was that a motorist was unable to process the information and the signs became at best ineffective,and at worst a public safety distraction.Striking the balance between allowing an adequate amount of effective signage and maintaining the aesthetic standards of the community is the challenge. b.Monument signs a.Freestanding permanent ground sign b.Single use or multiple-tenants represented 4.Other signs: Xc."Fin"signs •i-l 3u a.Tall,narrow,freestanding with color and movementCategoriesofsigns(Current sign ordinance)(d §b.Attached to groundi.Prohibited signs:A-frame signs and portable signs of any type (except as specifically allowed within the Center City District)0)c.Can be located farther distance from street and still be effective -d2.Temporary signs:od.Are usually professionally constructed Ua.real estate signs e.Are being used rhuch more by businesses recently b.Contractor/subcontractor signs d."Rolling"signage c.Development signs a.Signs affixed to vehicles b.If painted on or attached by adhesive or magnetic backing are allowed currently 3d.Subdivision signs e.Off-premise signs c.Signs on portable trailers or other moveable structures 3.Permanent signs:e.Banners a.Wall signs a.Up to 30 sq.ft.available to each use in a building .J' City of Apache JunctionF-2 b.Located on a building wall e.Construction and maintenance quality defined f.Flags Gilroy,Ca. a.Not regulated if national,state,city flag a.Allows portable signs in all commercial districts g.Pennants a.Maximum 10 sq.ft. a.Not regulated if business or product names not represented b.Requires insurance if placed on public sidewalk b.Often used by auto dealers to draw attention with color,movement Tempe C Analysis of other cities -what do they allow?a.Downtown Avondale A.Allows "wayfinding signs"only within the CC (core downtown)district a.Allows A-frame signs with the issuance of a permit.B.Are portable but may not be constructed as an A-frame or sandwich board o}a.Maximum 6 sq.ft.UC.Maximum 8 sq.ft. b.Construction and maintenance quality defined D.Must be approved by Merchant's Association Gilbert •■-Ib.City-wide C/2 a.Allows A-frame signs A.Allows "boutique directional signs'C a.Maximum 6 sq.ft. B.4 signs,maximum of 3 sq.ft.each b.One per business C.Plan must be submitted to city defining locations c.No less than 20 feet apart Queen Creek d.May be placed in right-of-way a.Portable signs,including A-frame signs,are prohibited Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy b.Identify a staff Ombudsman to work directly with businesses (enhancement of existing Business Advocate role) Chandler a.Allows additional signage for "significant special events"for 21 days during any 6-month period c.Create an enforcement process that includes: Observations 1.Receipt of Complaint Some other cites have relaxed signage requirements or enforcement during prolonged economic slowdown. 1.2.Complaint routed to Ombudsman who,with Code Enforcement staff visits the site and advises the owner of the issue and discusses the range of signage opportunites available to the business,as well as other options to promote visibility and business identification (such as potential modifications to improve overall site signage and marketing and advertising). XVirtualnon-enforcement of signage regulations along Apache Trail west of Meridian makes strict enforcement on the east side of Meridian (in Apache Junction)seem inequitable and puts AJ businesses at a competitive disadvantage. 2.•iH 3 §a.If the sign is an A-frame sign or is in the right-of-way a Notice of Violation may be issued within a reasonable period of itme, b.Other signs may be given additional itme to comply,provided that: Amendrhents to sign code can result in long-term changes in the aesthetic quality of the community and should be carefully considered.It can be difficult to "take back"relaxed regulations once the economy rebounds. 3. o o \•The signs are professional in quality and construction UInadditiontoanynewsignsconsideredbyCouncil,there are signage opportunities allowed in the current ordinance that are not being fully utilized by businesses. 4. •The signs are designed and located to be within the context of the building and business Consistency is important5.•There are no more than ,1 sign per business (multi-tenant building)or 2 signs per business (single tenant building) 3.Revisit to determine if compliance has been achieved and provide additional counseling if necessary. Recommendations 3 The following actions could be taken immediately to respond to Council's concern about the local economic climate. 4.Reinspection and issuance of Notice of Violation if necessary.Once a formal Notice of Violation has been issued the itmetable for compliance is as defined currently. 1)Implement administrative policy changes (i'a.Direct staff to pursue sign code enforcement on a complaint basis City of Apache JunctionF-4 2)Consider code changes that promote the goals and vision of the Downtown Revitalization and Implementation Strategy: 1.Allow specific types of portable or temporary signs (fin signs or real estate-type signs) \) 2.Provide longer compliance periods during the holiday season or during winter visitor months 3.Develop design guidelines for signs within the Downtown (specifically for the Transition Zone)and allow for a sign area bonus for signage that conforms to those guidelines.Examples of signs that could qualify for additional signage are mural signs K C 9^ (0 §4.Amend the zoning ordinance to allow for non-conforming signs to come into conformance (such as a non-conforming ground sign)without the requirement to bring all aspects of the property up to code requirements. •d3)These changes are recommended specifically for Downtown signs. Sign regulations for areas outside of the downtown study boundary should also be evaluated,to make sure that the requirements city-wide are equitable,appropriate,and comprehensive. o U di C } Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy F-5 APACHE JUNCTION CHECKLIST FOR DOWNTOWN ZONING Downtown commercial:No minimum. -Downtown residential:As a general guide,use the low end of prevailing lot sizes in the district as minimum;allow house on lots as small as 3000 square feet -but fit the standards to the neighborhood's particular needs. Three principles:I. ) Calibrate regulatory standards in support of downtown's brand,goals and strategies. A. m Eliminate unnecessary procedural burdens or obstacles on the downtown development and redevelopment especially compared to other parts of town. B.B.Lot Coverage.FAR,Open Space o1.Downtown Commercial:0)Support the market for downtown housing and commercial buildings;use the right zoning to strengthen it. C. C -Allow 100%lot coverage except for rights-of-way such as alleys Downtown residential:No fixed percentage;let setbacks (building envelope)determine coverage. -Floor Area Ratio for smaller downtowns should be in the range of 1.8 to 2.2,but should be evaluated based on the context of the area. O tnAreasofzoningpolicytocheckforneededrepairs:e •sA.Zoning Districts o-Open space should not be required.)1.Downtown commercial area should have its own zoning district,tailored to its needs.2.Downtown Residential: 2.Downtown residential neighborhoods should have their own zoning district, tailored to their needs. Lot coverage should not exceed 50%with exceptions based on underground parking.o 3.Setbacks and Build-To lines:Floor area ratio is not applicable urban housing,for neighborhoods adjacent to downtown commercial areas the open space requirement should not exceed 50%of the normal requirement.C oDowntowncommercial:Use front lot line as build-to line.Q Downtown residential:Measure the minimum and maximum prevailing historical setbacks,and set those as the minimum and maximum build- to lines. Required open space should be minimal for urban housing and balconies should be considered appropriate in meeting the requirement. J 4.Lot Size Standards:C.Driveways Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy -Allow non-retail uses in appropriate locations:upper-floor housing; offices not on the primary retail street front Allow outdoor dining &beverage service,sidewalk displays,food carts,farmers markets, gardens. 1.Do not allow individual driveway cuts for downtown commercial sites;use alleys for this purpose,if they exist. 2.Allow driveways on narrow residential lots only if prevailing historical pattern was built with driveways;no driveways where alleys exist. 3.Treat downtown residential neighborhoods as gently as outlying subdivisions. in D.Off-Street Parking 4.Prohibit uses that discourage homebuyers in residential areas of downtown, uses such as apartments,duplexes,and commercial uses like Bed & Breakfasts are okay. 1.NO off-street parking requirement for individual downtown uses and sites u o 2.Exhaust parking management approaches before developing a downtown parking lot;and then only where it will not interrupt the primary retail street A OuF.Development Standards E.Table of Allowed Uses Conversions:Apply quality development standards to address impacts of office conversions.Bed &Breakfasts,and similar uses. 1. •f-l1.Prohibit uses that undercut downtown's brand identity: oBuffering:No suburban-style buffering between different uses;apply quality development standards to build compatibly,and screen utility/vehicular areas. -As a pedestrian place -automotive orientation or service:drive-in, standalone parking,repair should be limited to appropriate locations. 2.N -As an environment for quality goods &services -limit or prohibit pawn, flea,thrift,adult uses,gambling,check cashing.Landscaping:Apply no requirement on individual sites.Apply downtown- appropriate standards:planters and flowerboxes,street trees in public space -implemented thru a master plan by City or downtown organization. 3,o ri-As a place with aesthetic appeal -uses that are unsightly,noisy,or generate unwanted side effects should be controlled.ItUtilityPlacement:Locate dumpsters,recycling,grease receptacles,HVAC, &loading areas at rear alley or along rear street where they are physically screened by buildings from view (if not,use wall or vegetation for screening) 34.o-As a critical mass of complementary uses -non-retail uses on the prime retail street face should be carefully regulated.Q 2.Allow uses that promote downtown's brand identity and downtown goals:G.Signage: 1.Ground monument signs along major roads are encouraged.Pedestrian oriented signs such as pole,wall-mounted,window lettering,shingle are -Allow more than one use in a building or on a site and provide incentives for mixed use.6 G-2 preferred. Do not use change-of-use to trigger compliance with development standards (discourages re-use). 2. ) Apply sensible rules to outdoor display;maintain clear zone on sidewalk, bring items inside daily,no boxes/pallets. 3. tn H.Zoning Procedures and Permitting X uUndernocircumstancesmakedowntownsubjecttomoreextensiveor uncertain procedures than other zoning districts.As a general rule,enact correct standards,and then allow development by right pursuant to those standards. 1. C O Never require exceptions,appeals,special staff determinations,etc.to allow downtown to develop according to its correct setting.Instead,calibrate the standards correctly for downtown to begin with,so that development can take place as-of-right whenever possible. 2. •S o)N Don't rezone and extend infrastructure to create commercial areas that will compete for similar tenants and customers when downtown commercial space is struggling. 3. o C o Q Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy I % ji.¥Characteri||ii&@if a Great Powntovvn SfJ-'i'W'I >'4®^-!mi■^w V.■ )□People and Activity Daytime and Nighttime Activity Mix of Use Proximity to Residential Public Open/Gathering spaces □Details.Details.Details O Shade Landscape Animated Public Art Focal Points o Q C rs□Accessibility Walkability Connectivity Defined Edges Convenient Parking People First -Cars Second m u□Urban Form oBuildings Building Typologies Iconic Buildings Signature Buildings Architectural Hierarchy/Diversity Authenticity Variety of Colors/Materials/Textures Scale © m U □Wavfinding Signage Organizing Structure Branding History Identity Traditions Memories m •r4 N c uIntimate ^'Wopjzontal Scale -XerticalSjcale ^^‘46hsiste"ncyof?Sbale-.^ <mVf %m V.V..fts* 4 A’■f&o4#<■ i"^'r *£%4 s T47^% Downtown Redevelopment and Implementhtion STRJiTEGY H-l nn ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: zzznZ7 \J MEETING OFITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: z z ABSTAINEDNOYES VICE MAYOR El COUNCILMEiyiBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER BARKER COUNCl/MEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN ^YOR INSALACO n ABSTAINEDOPPOSEDINFAVORUNANIMOUS TOTAL I REVISED NO.11 «> ITEM NO.11 PUBLIC HEARING ONLY -NO ACTION AT THIS TIME ■n n n n n ITEM NO.11 I MOVE THAT RESOLUTION NO.10-34,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLED “DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY”,(BE APPROVED)OR (BE DENIED). n n PUBLIC HEARING n For PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-35,APPROVING THE PROPOSED 2010 APACHE JUNCTION GENERAL PLAN Will DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR BRAD STEINKE speak to the Council? 1. 2. Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Couneil on this item? Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) If not,this hearing is closed. Is there any diseussion? 3. 4. 66 5. 6. Call for a motion.7. Call for a second.8. Roll call vote.9. n n n Mayor and City Council Brad Steinke September 7,2010 Comments from Arizona State Land Department (''ASLD'') TO: FROM; DATE: RE: Attached is a letter from ASLD regarding their review and comment on the 2010 General Plan.My understanding is that ASLD staff planner Michelle Green will be attending tonight's meeting to present these comments. Please be advised that comments from the State Land Department and other outside agencies are advisory and not mandatory. SEP-07-2010 13:49 ,STATE LAND DEPT 602 3S4 0406 P.02nn ARIZONA STATEJaniceK;Brcwt-r. GOvemOf , LAND DEPARTMENT Maria Saier State Land Comnnigsionei Sepiemher 3,2010 VIA EMAIL AND US.MAIL, ^Brad Sicinkc Development Services Director City of Apache Juncrion 300 IZ.Superstition Blvd.. Apache Junction,AZ 85219 Dear Mr.Sleinke; Tliank you for the opportunity to review cmd comment on the City oT Apache Junction’s May 20,-2010 Draft General PI,afi.Although the Land Department (Department) previously raised our concerns,we Want to addre.ss our three most significant issues in writing for your records,and so tKal you may effectively share them with the City Council and others. Issue it 1:Planning Area Boundary .Tltc expansion of the Planning Area beyond its current boundary of Ray Road i.s .premaliu’e.TTie Superstition Vistas Steering Committee,which Apache Junction is a member of,has invested a considerable amount of time and financial resources in .planning for the future of this area.The proposed boundary expansion should be delayed at least until the work of the .steering cornmittec is coraplcic.The Department's position has been clear,and has not waivered on this issue,since the Department met with cities in this area in Augu,st 2007.; Issue #2:Ma.sier Planned Community Desiunation The Master Planned Community Designation on page ^4 of the draft plan implies that thi.s designation is only .for State Trusi land.It should,however,apply to any parcel larger than 640 acres being master planned regardless orovvnership. .\i >I/IJ Dj.r/Nv/>rt.iJ }'uJ>lli lti\i{tuin /9/'t\ii. 16IB West Adams ftiooms,AZ B5Q07 www.Ontl,sl:ile.:i2.us [TX/RX NO 770 91 @00209/07/2010 TUB 14:36 ^SEP-07-2010 13=50 STATE LAND DEPT 602 364 '0406 ’P.03 n n Brad Steinke Seplember 3.2010 Page 2 issue #3;Wildlife Corridors As drafted,the wildlife corridor goal (page 5^)specifically singles ouf Slate Trust land for such corridors.Land ovraership,however,should not be the qualifying factor for a wildlife corridor.'I'o be effective'and truly meet the needs of wildlife protection, locations should be based on wildlife studies,and what is appropriate and logical regardless of land ownership.'Hie method for the acquisition of these corridor,s should be addressed, Overall,the draft pUm is a good document and vve tire glad to have had the opponunily to review and comment on it.The Dcparimcnt is pleased that sonic of the concerns it voiced earlier were considered by the City and incorporated into lhi.s latest draft, however,the Depanmenl does have serious reservations about the issues discussed in (his correspondence and the potential adverse impacts to the Tnist.We look forward to the opportunity to work svith you to reach a consensus on these matters. Again,thank you for your willingness .to work with the Department,and we look forward to our continuing partnership. Vanessa P,Hickman Deputy Slate Land Commissioner TOTAL P.03 09/07/2010 THE 14:36 [TX/RX NO 7709J @003 nn City ofApache Junction Home of the Superstition Mountains (@1 Print TO: FROM: DATE: City Manager's Office Brad Steinke,Dir^tor of Deveiopment Services September 7,2010 n Agenda Type: Councii Priority Focus Area: Reguiar Agenda Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-35,APPROVING THE PROPOSED 2010 APACHE JUNCTION GENERAL PLAN. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Following 15 months of public review and comment,the proposed 2010 Apache Junction General Plan is scheduled for citycouncilpublichearingandaction.The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved Chapter 9 (Parks,Recreation,and Open Space)of the proposed plan on August 4,2010.Additionally,the Planning &Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the entire proposed plan on August 24,2010. This item was identified on the council's 2009-2010 work plan. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: n Statutory Requirement RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed 2010 Apache Junction General Plan. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download Q cover memo Q Resolution NO.10-35 n n City of Apache Junction Development Services Department To:Mayor and City Council Brad Steinke,Director of Development Services August 26,2010 2010 General Plan Public Hearing and Approval (Resolution 10-35) From: Date: Subject:O The City Council will hold a public hearing for the proposed 2010 General Plan on September 7,2010.Following the public hearing,the council may take action on the proposed plan if desired. Staff has placed final draft copies of the proposed plan in your boxes at City Hall.These updatedplans(dated August 26,2010)include the updated maps and changes recommended by thePlanningandZoningCommissionandParksandRecreationCommissionasaconditionoftheir recommendation and approval (see p.2 and 3 of this report). Since the Land Use Plan Map (i.e..Map 4-1)is typically the most important toolevaluatingfuturedevelopmentproposals,subdiyisions,and rezonings,I urge you to closelyreviewtheupdatedmap.You may also wish to compare the updated Land Use Plan Map to theexisting(1999)version which I’ve included in your binder pocket. I suggest that the council members also review the details in Chapter 15 regarding general planamendmentsandChapter16regardingplanimplementationtoassurethatitmeetsyourexpectations.Moreover,you might also review the goals,objectives,policies,and strategieswithineachplanelementforconsistencywithyourpriordirectiontostaff. Public Comment A list of comments received from outside agencies and the general public over the last severalmonthsarelistedinExhibitA.While these comments are advisory only,council members maywishtoreflectuponthempriortoapprovingtheplan. Parks and Recreation Commission Approval The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved Chapter 9 (Parks,Recreation,andOpenSpace)of the draft general plan at their August 4,2010,meeting subject to a few minortextamendmentsandarevisedEquestrianTrailMap(Note:the Equestrian Trail Map hassubsequentlybeenrevisedtoreflectaCortezRoadtrailsegmenttoOldWestHighway,and aSanMarcosDrivetrailsegmentfromLostDutchmanBoulevardtoApacheTrail). Chapter 9 will also serve as the Park and Recreation Commission’s Master Park,Recreation,andOpenSpacePlanforfutureplanningandgrantsubmittalpurposes.Future amendments to theMasterPark,Recreation,and Open Space Plan by the Parks and Recreation Commission will not require amendment to the General Plan. we use m n 1 n n Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation nf unanimously recommended council approval (5-0 vote)draft deliver^d^rryom^”following revisions,which are incorporated into the final I.Edit text and maps in accordance with clerical revisions recommended by staff. 2.Include minor text and map revisions recommended by Parks and RecreationCommission.n 3.Include most recently updated plan maps. 4.Update demographics with build-out scenario table presented by staff. 5.Update land use category description to reflect updated Land Use Plan Map. 6.Do not include Map 6-3:Portalis Land Use Plan since we have not yet officially receivedtheplan. 7.Insert Map 4-3:Land Ownership Map in Chapter 4. 8.Insert Character District description and map (i.e.,Map 4-4)in Chapter 4). 9.Edit “public feedback”sections to reflect public 10.Remove Map 6-2:Downtown Redevelopment Concept Plan since it is unavailable. 11.Combine Equestrian Trail Map and Bicycle System Map into 12.Land Use Plan Map legend should clarify that the developer is not entitled to maximumdensityreflectedinthelandusecategories. 13.The Goals and Objectives section of Chapter 11 (Public Facilities and Services)shouldberevisedtosay'^Ensure that the library system and multwenerationalItsroleasamajorculturalresourceforthecommunity”. 14.Implementation of the trail system should be coordinated by a committee of staffmembersfromtheDevelopmentServicesDepartment,Public Works Department,andParksandRecreationDepartment. 15.The bike system map and equestrian trail map should be combined comment. one map. n center continues onto one map. 16.Policy and/or system implementation changes to the trail system plan should be reviewedandapprovedbytheParksandRecreationCommission,Planning and ZoningCommission,and City Council. 17.Multi-Use Trails should be defined as routes used by equestrian,bicycle and hikersdesignatedcityparksandopenspaces.in the n n 18.Multi-Use Right of Wavs should be defined as those designated equestrian,bike,and hike routes located within or adjacent to low traffic volume road right of ways. 19.Include description of Focal Point within the Lineal Parks/Open Space section of Chapter 9. 20.Update goals and objectives in Chapter 11 (Public Facilities and Services)to encourage the creation of an Arts Council. n 21.Update goals and objectives in Chapter 14 (Energy Element)to encourage location of a hybrid refueling facility in the city. Staff Comment If the city council is prepared to approve the final draft of the 2010 General Plan (August 26, 2010 version),we recommend you adopt attached Resolution No.10-35.If you have additional conditions of approval,staff suggests that you include them into your motion and we will update the final draft plan accordingly.Council members are reminded that you would need to approvethe2010GeneralPlanbyOctoberU‘in order to place the plan on the March 8,2011,municipal ballot for voter ratification. n n n EXHIBIT A The following represents a compilation of internal staff,outside agency,and general publiccommentsreceivedbythecityregardingthedraft2010GeneralPlan.These comments werereceivedinacombinationofemails,letters,and verbal correspondence,and are presented in noparticularorder. Internal Staff Comments:n 1.Update growth area list (p.42)to match Growth Area Map (staff).2.Change the word “draining”to “drainage”on page 61.Also use the acronym AZWC not AzWCthroughoutthedocument(staff).3.Numbers 1 and 3 are the same on page 8 (staff).•4.Land Use Category list on page 22 needs to be revised to reflect Land Use Plan Map.Updatedescriptionoflandusecategoriesonpages23-24 (staff).5.Numerous clerical revisions thi'oughout the plan. Open House Comments: 6.Install horse drinking fountain at Prospector Park and Library (open house).7.Flags at Focal Point should be behind the center structure (open house).8.Design and construct appropriate gateways into the downtown at Winchester,Hwy 88 andSuperstition,and at the “Y”(open house).9.Application fees for the Board of Adjustment should cost less money (open house).10.Retain Old West Appeal in downtown.Use Norco and Temecula California as examples (openhouse).,. 11.Enhance public art in the downtown area like Mesa downtown (open house).12.Keep the rural area rural (open house).13.Keep Apache Junction...Apache Junction (open house).14.Preserve N &E low density/equestrian lifestyle/night skies (open house).15.We don’t want to be California (open house).16.Allow a Town Hall format to encourage two-way conversation between the public and the P&Z(open house). 17.Create hummingbird watch areas (open house).18.Need industry for year ‘round employment (open house).19.Consider kiosk spaces in the Apache Trail median.Narrow Apache Trail for traffic calming (openhouse). 20.Encourage more western style businesses (open house).21.Encourage more restaurants (open house).22.Encourage a Walgreens by 60 and Goldfield (open house).23.Evaluate roundabouts for short-term vs.long-term impact (open house).24.Provide an equestrian trail along Cortez within 10 years (open house).25.Horse Trail should be 3 feet to 5 feet in width (open house).26.Share transportation concepts with downtown consultant (open house).27.Design and construct multi-use trails for pedestrian,bike,equestrjan use (open house).28.The city should take over and manage the sewer and water systems (open house).29.Understand that a bridal path is different than a trail (open house).30.Create a tree line along both sides of Apache Trail,not just in the median (open house).31.Provide manure recycling center or transfer station (open house).32.Create more bike paths on established roads (open house).33.Create more riding trails (open house). 34.Explore compost options that include equine waste (open house).35.Avoid 2+story buildings that block the view of the Superstition Mountains (open house). n 4 nn Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing #1: 36.Include freeway corridor in Character Map. 37.The right-of-way widths for roads in the rural area are too wide. 38.Be proactive with preserving the rural area. 39.Add Cortez Road to the Equestrian Map. 40.Encourage more business and industrial uses and plan for executive housing in rural area. 41.Be sensitive to Gold Canyon,which is located within the proposed planning area. 42.Create partnerships with Pinal County. 43.Anticipate and resolve PM-10 issues. 44.Exploit tourism potential. n Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing #2: 45.Land Use Plan Map legend should clarify that the developer is not entitled to maximum density reflected in the land use categories. 46.We need more light industrial zoned land for future base industry. 47.The Goals and Objectives section of Chapter 11 (Public Facilities and Services)should be revised to say ^''Ensure that the libraiy system and multisenerational center continues its role as a major cultural resource for the community",and "^Continue to provide funding for the library and multi- senerational center through development fees”. 48.Implementation of the trail system should be coordinated by a committee of staff members from the Development Services Department,Public Works Department,and Parks and Recreation Department. 49.The bike system map and equestrian trail map should be combined onto one map. 50.Policy and/or system implementation changes to the trail system plan should be reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission,Planning and Zoning Commission,and City Council. 51.Multi-Use Trails should be defined as routes used by equestrian,bicycle and hikers in the designated city parks and open spaces. 52.Multi-Use Right of Wavs should be defined as those designated equestrian,bike,and hike routes located within or adjacent to low traffic volume road right of ways. Outside Agency Comments: 53.Retain planning area’s southern boundary to Ray Road (State Land Department). 54.Do not include Portalis Land Use Plan map illustration (State Land Department). 55.Delete portion of planning area overlap with Queen Creek (Queen Creek Town Council-see letter dated 8-19-10). 56.Please consider adding two (non motorized)multi-use trail corridors as “spur”lines of the trail in the State Trust Land corridor into County areas.These spurs follow the Broadway Ave.alignment east and another spur trayels northeast from the intersection of Mountain View Rd.and Lost Dutchman Blvd.Both of these “spur”lines are shown in the Pinal County Open Space and Trails Master Plan (Pinal County-see letter dated 7-29-10). 57.We respectfully ask to be included in updates on the “Portalis”planning effort (Pinal County -see letter dated 7-29-10). 58.Certain areas in the southern area of the existing General Plan fall under County jurisdiction and are designated as Moderate Low Density residential (1-3.5 DU/AC)and may not fully support the Neighborhood Center Concept without a Comprehensive Plan amendment.Please refer to pages 62 -68 of the Pinal County Comprehensive Plan to identify alternate uses that are allowed in the MLDR classification (Pinal County-see letter dated 7-29-10). 59.We appreciate being listed as partners in your economic development efforf (Pinal County-see letter dated 7-29-10). n 5 n n RESOLUTION NO.10-35 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,FINDING AND DETERMINING CERTAIN FACTS AND ADOPTING THE 2010 GENERAL PLAN,AND SUBMITTING THE PLAN TO CITY VOTERS AT THE MARCH 8,2011 ELECTION FOR RATIFICATION. OF n WHEREAS,the City.is required to update its general plan inaccordancewiththegoalsandcontentrequirementscontainedinArizonaRevisedStatutes("A.R.S./f )§9-461.06 efc seq.;and WHEREAS, statements descriptive standards used to develop the essential and the City's General Plan shall consist of maps andofcommunitygoalsanddevelopmentpolicies text covering the objectives. with principles and elements of the plan; WHEREAS,the City of .Apache Junction first adopted ageneralplanonJuly20,1982,updated said general plan on June16,1987, November 2,1999;andandcreated the general plan currently in place on WHEREAS,pursuant to A.R.S.§9-461.06 subsections thereunder, advised and pertinent the City Council has consulted with, for official comment by school and provided an opportunity public officials,agencies, districts, agencies. counties, associations of governments, other appropriate service corporations,civic, organizations. appropriate public land management government jurisdictions,public educational,professional and other together with property owners and citizens,andhasindicatedlocatedsitesforpublicpurposesontheproposedgeneralplan;andn WHEREAS,the general plan proposed for .adoption includesthefollowingelementspursuanttoA.R.S.§9-461.06:Land Use,Circulation, Development,Recreation, Services and Facilities, Development;and Growth Area,Environmental Open Space,Water Housing,Energy, Planning,Cost of Resources,Public and Economic WHEREAS,after a required sixty (60)day comment periodpassed,the City held two general plan public hearings before the Planning and Zoning Commission in two different locations RESOLUTION NO.10-35 PAGE 1 OF 3 nn 's--' with appropriate legal notice being given for each hearing on the proposed plan;and WHEREAS,the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Apache Junction 2010 General Plan on August 24, 2010;and nWHEREAS,after receiving such recommendation and with the appropriate legal notice being given,the City Council held a public hearing on the proposed general plan on September 7, 2010. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION ARIZONA,.AS FOLLOWS: Section 1:That the City of Apache Junction desires to develop, adopt and implement a comprehensive long-range general plan to serve as a guideline for major land use and development issues. Section 2:That the required legal notice for adoption of a new general plan has been provided at every step in the process. Section 3:That the 15-month long effort to update the Apache Junction General Plan has included a series of public hearings and meetings,study sessions,community events,’newsletters and surveys,all designed to solicit comments and opinions regarding the general plan,and the City Council wishes to acknowledge this effort and to ratify the efforts by the Planning and Zoning and the Parks and Recreation Commissions.n Section 4:That the Apache Junction 2010 General Plan serves as a statement of community-wide vision to help guide the City and the community as a whole into the future,within a long-range perspective distinct from short-term market conditions or development trends. Section 5:That the final draft of the Apache Junction 2010 General Plan dated August 26,2010 is hereby adopted to replace the City's existing 1999 General Plan. RESOLUTION NO.10-35 PAGE 2 OF 3 n n Section 6:That ratification of the 2010 considered by City voters on March 8,next regularly scheduled municipal election. General Plan be 2011,at the PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,THIS 2010. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ' DAY OF n SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS DAY OF ,2010. JOHN S.INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J.STERN City Attorney n RESOLUTION NO.10-35 PAGE 3 OF 3 NOTES: n ITEM SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: YES NO ABSTAINED (ZCOUNCILMEMBERBARKER zCOUNCILMEMBERCOLEMAN 2COUNCILMEMBERWILSON /COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ VICE MAYOR ECK COUNCILMEMBER SERDY 7MAYORINSALACO n UNANIM^ljS ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSED TOTAL n n PUBLIC HEARING n For PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.10-35,APPROVING THE PROPOSED 2010 APACHE JUNCTION GENERAL PLAN Will DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR BRAD STEINKE speak to the Council? 1. 2. Will the applicant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item? Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any Request to Speak”forms?) If not,this hearing is closed. Is there any discussion? 3. 4. 5. 6. Call for a motion.7. Call for a second.8. 9.Roll call vote. n ITEM NO.12 I MOVE THAT RESOLUTION NO.10-35,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,FINDING AND DETERMINING CERTAIN FACTS AND ADOPTING THE 2010 GENERAL PLAN,AND SUBMITTING THE PLAN TO CITY VOTERS AT THE MARCH 8,2011 ELECTION FOR RATIFICATION,(BE APPROVED)OR (BE DENIED). n n PUBLIC HEARING n 1.For PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.1365,AMENDING THE CITY CODE,VOLUME I,CHAPTER 9 HEALTH AND SANITATION,ARTICLE 9-1 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS,SECTION 9-1-5 CARGO CONTAINERS 2.Will DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR BRAD STEINKE speak to the Council? 3.Will the applieant or spokesperson please speak to the Council on this item? 4.Is there anyone from the public who wishes to speak on this item?(Are there any 66 Request to Speak”forms?) 5.If not,this hearing is closed. 6.Is there any discussion? 7.Call for a motion. 8.Call for a second. 9.Roll call vote.n n n City of Apache Junction Horn of ibe Superstition Mountains 1^Print TO:City Manager's Office Brad Steinke,Director of Deveiopment Services September 7,2010 FROM: DATE: n Agenda Type : Council Priority Focus Area: Regular Agenda Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: HFArT?AMr?QftlMAT?oM APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME I,CHAPTER 9,9-1 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS,SECTION 9-1-5,CARGOPENALTIES^^’CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND PROVIDING FOR ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION /BACKGROUND INFORMATION; Ordinance No.1365 proposes changes to the cargo container regulations regarding definition of cargo containers and thecargocontainerappealprocess. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS /ALTERNATIVES: City Code Requirement RECOMMENDATION: This item is forwarded for City Council for public hearing and action. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download □Cover Memo D Ordinance No.136B nn City of Apache Junction Development Services Department To:Mayor and City Council Brad Steinke,Director of Development Services August 19,2010 Public Hearing on Ordinance No.1365:Cargo Container Ordinance Amendments From: Date:nRE: Amendment to Definition of Cargo Container Several months ago,the council directed staff to amend the cargo container regulations toremovetheuseofsemi-trailers as cargo containers.Staff is returning with a draft ordinance thatredefinesthedefinitionofcargocontainerstoprohibittheuseofsemi-trailers and other similar non-cargo container contraptions. The proposed ordinance amendment clarifies that the definition of cargo containers does notinclude,and therefore does not allow,a semi-truck trailer in any form (intact,dissected,withwithoutwheels),railroad car (with or without wheels),mobile or manufactured home,parkmodel,recreational vehicle,or bus,to be used as a cargo container (see attached draft ordinance1365). Amendment and Clarification to Appeal Process In addition to the Council directed change discussed above,the City Attorney would like to takethisopportunitytoclarifyandamendtheappealprocessforpropertyownersseekingrelieffromthetermsoftheordinance.The City Attorney has indicated that the BOA process is reserved forzoningcoderelatedmatters,and since the cargo container regulations are not part of the zoningcode,the BOA should not be Involved. As you can see from the attached strike-thru version of the draft ordinance,there are multiplesectionsoftheexistingordinancewheretheBOAlanguagewouldberemoved.As a result of this ordinance change,qualifying appeals to the cargo container ordinance would be directed to the Appellant Hearing Officer (i.e.,the City Manager or his/her designee). Staff Comment This attached draft ordinance was reviewed at the council’s August 2"**work session and is nowbeingpresentedforcouncilpublichearingandactionattheSeptember7thmeeting.We’veincludedboththemarkedupversionandfinalcleanversionoftheproposedordinanceforyourreviewandconsideration. This proposed ordinance is being forwarded to the council for public hearing and action. or n 1 n n Ordinance No.1365 (Marked Up Version) Proposed Changes to Cargo Container Regulations(Strike-throughs =deletions;highlights =additions) SECTION 9-1-5 CARGO CONTAINERS 1..Purpose and Intent:It is the purpose and intent of this section to amendthestrictprohibitionsetforthinOrdinanceNo.630 relating to cargocontainers^by allowing cargo ■containers through issuance of anadministrativepermitprocesswhichstrikesabalancebetweensuchuseandaesthetics. n Because of what appears to be a number of illegally placed and illegallyusedcargocontainerssincethe1988passageofOrdinanceNo.630,it istheMayorandCityCouncil's desire to allow individuals the abilityusecargocontainersprovidedtheymeetthemandatessetforthinthis to ordinance. 2.Definition of Cargo Container: shipping container, eommoroial,"or "industrial "Cargo Container mobile-mini. (also known as storage containerr cargopod.It \\////tt ■atcol,"n^,,„,storage container/—e-r-"acmi-trucktrailer")means a afty portable,reusable and prefabricated vessel nolargerthanninefeet(9')tall,ten feet (10')wide,and forty feet (40')long,without an axle or wheels,which was originally:1)designed forusedinthepacking,shipping,movement articles,goods,or commodities; or or transportation of freight,,and/or 2)designed for or capable ofbeingmountedormovedonarailcarorbeingmountedonachassisorbogieformovementbytrucktrailerorloadedonaship,does not include,and therefore does not allow,a semi-truck trailer inanyform(intact,dissected,with or without wheels),railroad car (withorwithoutwheels),mobile or manufactured home,park model,vehicle. This definition recreational or bus,to be used as a cargo container. 3.Cargo Containers Placed long cargo container.on Residential Properties:A single forty foot or two twenty foot (20')long cargoplacedonresidentialpropertydesignatedGeneralRural("GR")or Single Family Residential or Single Family Manufactured Home("Rl-43"or "R1-43MH")with minimum lot sizes of one and a quarter (1.25)gross acres,subject to the following restrictions: (40') n a)They are used as an emergency accommodation.for no more than sixty(60)calendar days,in conjunction with required home repairsresultofdamagecausedbyflood,fire,wind, such as a or termites.Should repair period extend beyond sixty (60)calendar days,thehomeownermayapplyforathirty(30)calendar day extension. b)They are used for temporary storage of equipment and materialsduringgeneralconstructionprovidedsuchactivityisauthorizedbyavalidbuildingpermitissuedto:i)a duly licensed and bonded contractor who has obtained a City Privilege License;or ii)a owner or owner/builder of a singlepropertyowneracting family residence. as an c)They are used for permanent storage as long as they are located tothesideorrearof physically and practically possible,and must be setback from a the principal residential structure when 2 nn neighboring property line in accordance with the zoning district's ¥he—in-t-enfe—is—fee—pr-oh-ibi-feminimumaccessorybuildingsetback. eContainers from being shall not be located between the principal residential structure and the public street. phyaicQlly imponciblo —e*—,impractical efe meefe efhe ootback feST—fehe—owner—ahall—apply—fee*—a—aotbaok—variance—before the-Board of Adjuatmont. ■fefe—fefee—unit—fee ■qe- d)They are not connected with utilities. e)Permanent cargo containers shall be uniformly painted with an earth tone color and free from surface rust and advertising signage.If the container is publicly visible to adjacent neighboring properties and/or from the public street,the unit user shall install and maintain landscaping that will,within 5 years of planting, effectively screen at least 75%of the container from public view. A suggested plant list and planting guide is available at the Department of Development Services. n f)A building permit may be required if the property owner chooses to install structural screening around the container and/or apply building materials to the container,including awnings. Additionally,if the property owner wishes to custom paint the container with a color scheme different than the required uniform .earth tone color,the unit user shall first receive approval from the Development Services Director or his/her designee."Earth tone shall be defined as a color scheme that draws from a color palette of browns,tans,and greens natural to the Sonoran Desert environment.The colors in an earth tone scheme are muted and flat in an emulation of the natural colors found in dirt,moss or trees, and rocks. rt 4.Cargo Containers Placed on Commercial,Industrial,Public and Quasi-Public Properties:Any number of cargo containers may be placed on commercial, industrial,public and quasi-public properties,subject to the following restrictions: a)They are not located in or on a setback,off-street parking space, utility/drainage/roadway easement,landscape setback,open space, fire lane,or otherwise are not placed in such a location as to compromise emergency,pedestrian,or customer egress and ingress circulation. n b)They are used for storage of materials for the primary business. c)They are used for temporary storage of equipment and materials during general construction provided such activity is authorized by a-valid building permit issued to;i)a duly licensed and bonded contractor who has obtained a City Privilege License;or ii)a property owner acting as an owner or owner/builder of a single family residence. d)There industrial,or public and quasi-public use on the property. already a legally established primary commercial.IS e)They are not connected with utilities. f)Permanent cargo containers shall be uniformly painted with an earth tone-color as defined in this article and free from surface rust and 3 n n advertising signage.If the cargo container is publicly visible toadjacentneighboringpropertiesand/or from the public street,theunit---user shall apply for approval from the Development Services to install and maintain high structural screening that is compatible with the design andarchitectureof Department of a minimum nine foot the principal building.Visual examples ofacceptablestructuralscreeningdevices(such as a masonry wall orcompletelyopaquewoodenfence)are available at the Department ofDevelopmentServices. g)They Permanent cargo containers shall be located to the rear or side of the principal building i-n-a manner that minlmlzoo so that their presence is minimized from public properties and/or—the public—street, approval from the Development Services Director or his/her designeetoproperlylocatethecontainer.If the unit user and DevelopmentSorviceo—M-roctor—or his/her—dosignoo—cannot—agroo—on an alternate location,—fehe—unit—as or ■the Board of Adjustment. n view and from neighboring The unit user shall obtain ghall—apply—#©*—a—setback—variance—before 5.Administrative Permit Required:Placement and use of all cargo containersintheCitymustbeapprovedbytheDevelopmentServicesDirector or her designee upon review of an administrative permit application,plan,exterior building elevations and receipt of a nonrefundable $100.00 processing fee. or his site The Development Services Director or his applicant of his or noted conditions within ten applicant's submittal. or her designee shall notify the her decision to deny or grant the permit with any (10)business days from the date of the 6.Appeal,Enforcement and Abatement: right to appeal the Development Services Director's deciaion denial or conditional approval to the City Manager or his or herappointeddesigneethereof(also—known Hearing Officer")within ten (10)business days after receiving writtennoticeofadenial/conditional approval Any aggrieved applicant shall have the non-zoning—ge-latod hereinafter the "Appellate t%h—eenditionn .Appeal requestsshallbelimitedonlytotheapplicationofthecriteriaunderwhichthe Director has discretion,including:type and/or size of container(s), up,location on property,purpose of container,establishment of a primary use on property,color selection,screening criteria,plant selection and additional permits required, for residential property placements is not an issue the Director has discretion to act upon and therefore failure to meet this standard lot size requirement as required by the Council is not appealable.Failure to appeal to the City Manager waives all administrative rights and remedies, his set- n The required minimum lot size of 1.25 acres or appointed designee on all other issues The Gifey Manager—and/or e*—he*—appointed—deoigneo Appellate Hearing Officer must hold a hearing within ten (10)business days and shall decide such matter and notify the applicant of such decision within thereafter.ten (10)business days This decision shall be final and binding,subject only to the Furthermore,judicial appeal process pursuant to A.R.S.§12-901 et seq.if the applicant fails to comply with the conditions of the permit and/orthosesetbytheAppellateHearingOfficerandmaintains,uses or stores a cargo container in violation of such conditions and/or in violation of this ordinance,the applicant is subject to the Property Maintenance Standards civil and criminal penalties and abatement provisions under Apache Junction City Code Section 9-1-4. 4 n n 7.No Superseding Actions:Nothing in this Ordinance supersedes any other restrictions or requirements that may exist in present or future leases, rental agreements,development agreements,and planned development stipulations or special/conditional use permit stipulations.In addition, this ordinance shall,not be construed to authorize any cargo container that was illegally placed,maintained,stored or used before the effective date of this ordinance. 8.Exemptions;The only cargo containers that are completely exempt from the provisions of this ordinance are the three located at 936 W.Apache Trail,57 E.20 ■th Avenue,and 2296 S.Cactus Road.These three cargo containers were originally exempted by Ordinance No.630 and are in the same locations and condition as originally placed.Should they be replaced or removed,they lose their exempt status and all of the provisions of this ordinance shall apply. n The screening and permitting provisions of this section do not apply to those cargo containers used on residential properties in an emergency situation,as described in subsection 3(a)above,within the initial sixty (60)calendar day or thirty (30)calendar day extension periods,or to those-used for temporary storage during general construction as described in subsection 3(b)and 4.(c)above. 9.Building Permit Applicability:The building permit exemption provisions under Apache Junction City Code,Chapter 7,Building,Article 7-1 Building and Technical Codes.Section 7-1-2 Edition),Chapter 3 Permits and Inspections,Section 301.2.1(1)Building Permits,apply to cargo containers with square footage up to the maximum square feet for the cargo container dimensions set forth in definitional subsection (2)of this ordinance. Uniform Administrative Code //(1997 However,a building permit shall be required if any such units are structurally combined with or affixed to a regulated building structure as determined by the Building Official. 5 n n ORDINANCE NO.1365 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,.ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME I,CHAPTER 9,HEALTH AND SANITATION,ARTICLE 9-1 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS,SECTION 9-1-5,CARGO CONTAINERS;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES.n WHEREAS,on June 7,1988, adopted Ordinance No.630, the City of Apache Junction,whereby only three were allowed and all others were declared illegal;and the City Council passed and regulating cargo containers within WHEREAS,on February 19,2008, repealed and Ordinance No.1302 was enacted by the City Council to allow cargo containers within the City limits under certain criteria;and Ordinance No.630 was in the practical application of Ordinance cargo container insufficient when applied to WHEREAS, 1302,the definition of staff as circumstances;and No. was identified by a unique set of \\ft the appellate procedure set forth in Ordinance No. 1302 also had some practical challenges. WHEREAS, NOW THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AS FOLLOWS: n SECTION I IN GENERAL That the Apache Junction City Code,Volume I,Chapter 9,Health and Sanitation,Article Section 9-1-5,Cargo Containers,hereby is amended as follows: 9-1 Property Maintenance Standards, A)Section 9-1-5.2 shall be amended to read as follows: 2.Definition of Cargo Container: as "cargo pod, container")means a portable, vessel no larger than nine feet (9') wide,and forty feet (40')long. W Cargo Container ft (also known ft \\shipping container.mobile-mini, reusable and prefabricated tf \\ft \\storage tall,ten feet (10') without an axle or wheels. ORDINANCE NO.1365 PAGE 1 OF 4 on which was originally:1)designed for or used in the packing, shipping,movement or transportation of freight,articles, goods,or commodities;and/or 2)designed for or capable of being mounted or moved on a rail car or being mounted on a chassis or bogie for movement by truck trailer or loaded on a ship.This definition does not include,and therefore does not allow,a ,semi-truck trailer in'any form (intact, dissected,with or without wheels),railroad car (with or without wheels),mobile or manufactured home,park model, recreational vehicle,or bus,to be used as a cargo container. n Section 9-1-5.3(0)shall be amended to read as follows:B) They are used for permanent storage as long as they are located to the side or rear of the principal residential structure when physically and practically possible,and must be setback from a neighboring property line in accordance with the zoning district's minimum accessory building setback, between the principal public street. c) Containers shall not be located residential structure and the Section 9-1-5.4(g)shall be amended to read as follows:C) g),Permanent cargo containers shall be located to the rear or side of the principal building so that their presence is minimized from public view and from neighboring properties.The unit user shall obtain approval from the Development Services Director or his/her designee to properly locate the container.n Section 9-1-5.6 shall be amended to read as follows:D) Appeal,Enforcement and Abatement:Any aggrieved applicant shall have the right to appeal the Development Services Director's denial or conditional approval to the City Manager or his or her appointed designee thereof (hereinafter the "Appellate Hearing Officer")within ten (10) business days after receiving written notice of a denial/conditional approval.Appeal requests shall be limited only to the application of the criteria under which the Director has discretion,including:type and/or size of container(s),set-up,location on property,purpose of 6. ORDINANCE NO.1365 PAGE 2 OF 4 nn container,establishment of selection, permits required. a primary use on property,colorscreeningcriteria,plant selection and additional The required minimum lot acres for residential property placements is not an issue theDirectorhasdiscretiontoactuponandthereforefailureto size requirementmeetthisstandardlot Council is as required by the „Failure to appeal to the CityManagerorappointeddesigneeonallotherissueswaivesalladministrativerightsandremedies. Officer must hold not appealable. n The Appellate Hearing^hearing within ten (10)business days andshalldecidesuchmatterandnotifytheapplicantofsuchdecisionwithinten(10)business days thereafter, and binding. This subject only to the §12-901 et seq. to comply with the set by the Appellate decision shall be final judicial appeal process Furthermore,if conditions pursuant to A.R.S. the applicant fails of the permit and/or those Hearirig Officer and maintains,uses or stores a cargocontainerinviolationofsuchconditionsand/or in violationofthisordinance. Maintenance Standardsthe applicant is subject to the PropertycivilandcriminalpenaltiesandabatementprovisionsunderApacheJunctionCityCodeSection E)Section 9-1-5.9 shall be amended to read as follows: 9-Building Permit Applicability:The building permit exemptionunderApacheJunctionCityCode,Chapter 7,—gilding.Article 7-1 Building and Technical Codes,Section7-1-2 "Uniform Administrative Code"(1997 Edition),Chapter 3^rmits and Inspections,Section 301.2.1(1)Building Permits,apply to cargo containers with square footage up to the cargo container dimensions provisions maximum square feet for the forth in definitional However, units are regulated building structure Official. set of this ordinance, required if any such or affixed to a determined by the Building n subsection (2) a building permit shall be structurally combined with as SECTION II REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS ■^11 other ordinances and parts of ordinances provisions of this ordinance or in conflict with any part of thecodeadoptedhereinbyreferencearealsoherebyrepealed. in conflict with the ORDINANCE NO.1365 PAGE 3 OF 4 n n SECTION III PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY If any section,subsection,sentence,phrase,clause or portion of this ordinance or any part of the code adopted herein by reference is,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.n SECTION IV PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES After the City exhausts all of its civil violation procedures as referenced in the adopted regulations,any violation of any provisions adopted herein,shall be punishable as a Class 1 Misdemeanor consistent with Apache Junction City Code,Volume I, Chapter 9,Health and Sanitation,Article 9-1 Property Maintenance Standards,Section 9-1-4,Enforcement and Abatement. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,THIS ,2010.DAY OF SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS DAY OF ,2010. JOHN S.INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: nKATHLEENCONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD JOEL STERN City Attorney ORDINANCE NO.1365 PAGE 4 OF 4 n n ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES:tA n lb MEETINGOFITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDNO 7COUNCILMEMBERSERDY VICE MAYOR ECK COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN COUNCILMEMBER BARKER MAYOR INSALACO n ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSEDUNANIMOUS VJTOTAL V nn ROLL CALL VOTE l9NOTES: \ n t MEETING OFITEM# A *v LkSECONDEDBY:MOTION BY: ABSTAINEDYESNO tCOUNCILMEMBERCOLEMAN .7COUNCILMEMBERDIETZ7COUNCILMEMBERSERDY7^COUNCILMEMBER BARKER COUNCILMEMBER WILSON VICE MAYOR ECK MAYOR INSALACO O ABSTAINEDINFAVOROPPOSEDUNANIMOl TOTAL nn n n ITEM NO.13 I MOVE THAT ORDINANCE NO.1365 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. (Call upon the city clerk to read Ordinance No.1365 by title only.Majority vote required.) n I MOVE THAT ORDINANCE NO.1365,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,(BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED)OR (BE DENIED). I MOVE THAT ORDINANCE NO.1365,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS: nn ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: n V MEETING ORITEM# SECONDED BY:MOTION BY: i ABSTAINEDNOYE 7COUNCILMEMBERDIETZ COUNCILMEMBER BARKER VICE MAYOR ECK COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN 7^COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MAYOR INSALACO n ABSTAINEDOPPOSEDUNANIMOUSINFAVOR TOTAL n n ITEM NO.14-15 I MOVE THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M.AND WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.BE HELD ON MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 20,2010,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,RESPECTIVELY;AND•n THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M.BE HELD ON TUESDAY,SEPTEMBER 21,2010,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. ADJOURNMENT;f V I MOVE THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT P.M. ROLL CALL S REG:11 1 ° SPEC CITY COUNCIL: P / A P / A P / A MAYOR INSALACO.00016. VICE MAYOR ECK COUNCILMEMBER BARKER V/ COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN V COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ V COUNCILMEMBER SERDY ✓ COUNCILMEMBER WILSON d TOTAL CITY STAFF: v' i \" City Manager George Hoffman Assistant City Manager Bryant Powell 1/ City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Joel Stern V Public Safety Director Jerald Monahan IJ �► City Engineer Giao Pham Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Bell Finance Director Donna Meinerts Public Works Director David Fern Development Svcs Director Brad Steinke Human Resources Director Liz Riley Planning Manager Fred Baker Economic Development Director Steve Filipowicz Assistant to the City Manager Matt Busby OTHERS: Date:9-7 City of Apache Junction MSII• Request to Speak Form or Call to The Public 17 (One Form Per Item) Please fill out completely and return to the City Clerk prior to the conclusion of the City Manager's Report portion of the agenda. 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