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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 04.05 City Council Regular Agenda PLEASE FILL OUT A"RE _ :ST TO SPEAK"FORM IF YOU WISH TO ADDf _ 3 THE COUNCIL AT CALL TO THE PUBLIC OR ON ANY NON-PUBLIC HEARING•,EM. ., ACME✓ 0 Gy�o City of Apache Junction U., . Z Honig of the .SIIpct:ciitlon Mountains 4P12010' APACHE JUNCTION CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 300 EAST SUPERSTITION BOULEVARD APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA 85219 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA April 5, 2011 7:00 PM 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 resolutions and other items which do not require a public hearing. The Consent Agenda is a timesaving device of which the Mayor and City Council 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. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 15,2011. 3. Appointments to fill vacancies on the Superstition Mountains Community Facilities District No. 1 Board of Directors. Council interviewed applicants to this board at the April 4 Work Session There are currently two vacancies with term expirations of July 7, 2016 4. Consideration of Resolution No. 11-11,authorizing the City of Apache Junction to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Public Safety for participation in the Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force. The Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force is a multi-agency task force that conducts complex investigations aimed at identifying, apprehending, and prosecuting individuals and criminal organizations that profit from the theft of motor vehicles and related crimes. Resolution No. 11-11 will authorize the city to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with DPS to allow for city participation in Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force activities,for which the city agrees to recommend and commit an AJPD officer 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. 5. OATH OF OFFICE FOR COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON. As required by law,the city clerk will administer the Oath of Office to Councilmember Smithson 6. PRESENTATION OF A CHECK BY THE FRIENDS OF APACHE JUNCTION. Lucy J Young, President of the Friends of Apache Junction Board of Directors,will present a check for$3,500.00 to Mayor lnsalaco and the Chair of the Parks Commission. Recently,the Friends hosted a benefit performance by the Salt River Brass The concert raised funds for the Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events Program. 7. PROCLAMATION DESIGI/"N'ING APRIL 2011 AS "FAIR HOUSING 1V. TH". April 2011 is being designated as"Fair Housing Month"in accordance with the Arizona Department of Housing and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 8. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE SUCCESS OF THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT AND TAX COUNSELING FOR THE ELDERLY INITIATIVES FOR THE 2010 TAX YEAR. The City of Apache Junction participates in the coordination of the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Initiatives with the Internal Revenue Service and American Association of Retired Persons(AARP) in providing opportunities for all residents to seek out and obtain assistance in completing their tax returns by AARP volunteers In addition to receiving free tax preparation, residents are also advised of potential tax credits that are offered to households and families Apache Junction offers two locations to receive this service The Moose Lodge generously offers its hall for vclunteers to provide this service on Wednesdays and Thursdays In addition,the City of Apache Junction and the staff at the city library offer exceptional accommodations for assistance to residents on Fridays and Saturdays 9 PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10- 16,2011 AS "NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK' National Crime Victims'Rights Week reaffirms the commitment of Apache Junction to helping victims of crime rebuild their lives through supportive services and victim compensation 10. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10- 16,2011 AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATIONS WEEK". National Public Safety Telecommunications Week recognizes telecommunicators for their outstanding service and commitment to public health and safety 11. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10- 16,2011 AS "NATION.AL VOLUNTEER WEEK" National Volunteer Week recognizes the contributions that our volunteers make every day to our community 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 related 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 under consideration or information related to the operation of the City.There shall however be no discussion at this time except for clarification inquiries. 12. 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 All - '►. remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a whole and not to any member thereof Such remarks shall be limited to five(5)minutes unle additional time is granted by the Mayor This time limitation shall not apply to applicants and their agents appearing before the Council None. OLD BUSINESS. 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. This item allows the Mayor and City Council to direct staff on specifically listed matters 13. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON POSSIBLE CHANGES TO ORDINANCE NO. 1361,ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND ST( GE SHEDS. �• 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,APRIL 18,2011. 15. EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P.M FOR TUESDAY,APRIL 19,2011.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 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MARCH 15, 2011 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona, was held on March 15, 2011, at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice .�. required by law. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Insalaco called the meeting to order at 7 : 00 p.m. INVOCATION Councilmember Wilson gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Dietz led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Mayor Insalaco Vice Mayor Dietz Councilmember Barker Councilmember Eck Councilmember Serdy Councilmember Wilson �'► (Councilmember Coleman was absent. ) Staff Present : City Manager George Hoffman Assistant City Manager Bryant Powell City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Joel Stern Public Safety Director Jerald Monahan City Engineer Giao Pham Others Present : None. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 1 OF 10 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Eck MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED; AND THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN TO THE AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, CONTRACT NUMBER R016-10-01, TO ALLOW THE CITY TO USE THE BALANCE OF GRANT MONIES AWARDED IN LATE 2009 FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECTS TO .�► CITY FACILITIES, AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT; AND THAT THE AWARD OF BID FOR PW 2010-19, PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF ABOVE GROUND FUEL TANKS BE AWARDED TO FRYE CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $182, 770. 61 WITH A 10% CONTINGENCY FOR UNFORESEEN CHANGE ORDERS IN THE AMOUNT OF $18, 277 . 06 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $201, 047 . 67; AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT PENDING FINAL APPROVAL AS TO FORM BY THE CITY ATTORNEY; AND THAT ITEM NO. 5 BE MOVED TO DIRECTLY BEFORE CALL TO THE PUBLIC. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . The motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRENT EVENTS Councilmember Wilson announced he attended the Antique Engine and Tractor Show last weekend. He assisted them at the gate by giving them their buttons as they paid for their admission. He started talking to an individual from Australia who came specifically to Arizona to attend some of our events. He just came the week before so he was unaware of Lost Dutchman Days . He came out with 7 other people that are here for a month. It shows they knew what was going on out here and our activities . He commented he loved our community and the area and they are coming back next year. The show felt it had a record turnout this year, possibly close to 5, 000 people over the two days . They will be expanding it next year. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 2 OF 10 .. .p.. Councilmember Barker commented she went to the Boys and Girls Club spaghetti dinner on Thursday along with the mayor, the city manager, the police chief and half the town. It was marvelous. It was all the spaghetti you could eat and lots of people to talk to. There was great artwork. The club is doing a great job. They were trying to pay for the mural that was painted behind the stage. They are hoping they made enough to do that. 4.1. Councilmember Barker commented she, Councilmember Wilson and Vice Mayor Dietz on Friday attended the police awards ceremony. It was a lovely ceremony, and she congratulated all the men and women who got the awards . It was a privilege for her to be there. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS None. CITY MANAGER' S REPORT City Manager George Hoffman commented on an article in the East Valley Tribune on parks that recognized our parks and recreation department facilities, and commented on the various events happening in the city including the opening of Mountain Health and Wellness, the improvements being done on Plaza Drive, the landscaping and drainage improvements being done on Apache Trail, significant improvements taking place at Central Arizona College, and infrastructure improvements taking place on Winchester. PUBLIC HEARINGS ... APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF PREMISES FOR ELKS LODGE #2349 ) City Clerk Kathleen Connelly briefed the council on the item. Mayor Insalaco requested the applicant address the council. Ralph from the Elks Club addressed the council . REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 3 OF 10 Mayor Insalaco asked if they were having a car show there. Ralph stated they will be having their annual car show. It will be the second annual show with the same set up they have had in the past year. The cars will be set up on the west side near the highway. Mayor Insalaco opened the public hearing on the item. There being no one wishing to speak, he closed the public hearing and reopened the item to council discussion. There being no further discussion, he called for a motion. Vice Mayor Dietz MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF PREMISES FOR ELKS LODGE #2349, SUBMITTED BY DENNY WALTER FOR APRIL 2, 2011, BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilmerlber Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . The motion carried. APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR COMMUNITY ALLIANCE AGAINST FAMILY ABUSE City Clerk Kathleen Connelly briefed the council on the item. Mayor Insalaco requested the applicant address the council . A representative of Community Alliance Against Family Abuse addressed the council. She stated this is the large fundraiser that they have every year. They have had it three times . It will be at Dolce Vita. Mayor Insalaco opened the public hearing on the item. There being no one wishing to REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 4 OF 10 u• • speak, he closed the public hearing and reopened the item to council discussion. There being no further discussion, he called for a motion. Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR COMMUNITY ALLIANCE AGAINST FAMILY ABUSE, SUBMITTED BY COURTNEY KLEINEBREIL FOR MARCH 26, 2011, BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Vice Mayor Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 11-01, DECLARING A PORTION OF A PUBLIC ROADWAY EASEMENT ON THIRD AVENUE BETWEEN SOLANA ROAD AND STARR ROAD AS SET FORTH IN EXTINGUISHMENT CASE EX- 11-01 IS NO LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE ) Councilmember Wilson excused himself from this item. City Engineer Giao Pham briefed the council on the item. Vice Mayor Dietz asked if the Ink applicant had gotten approval from the neighbors . City Engineer Giao Pham stated they did. Mayor Insalaco opened the public hearing on the item. There being no one wishing to speak, he closed the public hearing and reopened the item to council discussion. There being no further discussion, he called for a motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 5 OF 10 Councilmember Eck MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 11-01, A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, DECLARING THAT PORTIONS OF PUBLIC ROADWAY EASEMENTS LOCATED ON THIRD AVENUE FROM SOLANA ROAD TO STARR ROAD AND DESCRIBED IN EXTINGUISHMENT CASE EX-11-01 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. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS None. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF None. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES, TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND PURPOSES Vice Mayor Dietz MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5 : 45 P.M. AND A WORK SESSION AT 7 : 00 P.M. BE HELD ON MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, RESPECTIVELY; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5 : 45 P.M. BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. • Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 6 OF 10 The motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NO. 5 PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. 11-07 : DECLARING AND ADOPTING THE RESULTS OF THE MARCH 8, 2011 PRIMARY ELECTION AND RECALL ELECTION Vice Mayor Dietz thanked Aft. Mr. Eck for 14 years of dedicated service to the city. The city has been his top priority and they have a special bond. When he was first appointed to the council in 1998, there was no orientation or anything for a new councilmember. Mr. Eck showed him where to pick up his book and where to sit down for the meetings . He had no idea. R. E. helped him through a lot and taught him a lot . He loves him and thanked him for everything he has done for the council and the city. Mayor Insalaco stated he thinks that goes for all the council. Councilmember Serdy commented he would not be sitting here if not for Councilmember Eck. He encouraged him to run. He did not think he could do it but Councilmember Eck said he should do it . He would not be here if not for R.E. Councilmember Wilson commented he wanted to also say thanks to Mr. Eck. Even though they did get some information when they first came on board the city council, R. E. was the individual who helped him out with the aspect of what goes on behind the scenes and what they need to be involved with. He also talked to him about running for city council . He basically cornered him, told him he was very active in the community and needed to step forward and do it. He thanked him for his leadership and assistance. Mayor Insalaco thanked him for saying that and added he believes they all feel the same about Councilmember Eck. Councilmember Eck commented he appreciated what all of them have said. He has been on the council 14 years now. It has been a large part of his life, REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 7 OF 10 Ask especially when his 22-year-old son looked at him and said he was not going to be on the council anymore. That is all he has known. He was 6 or 7 when he got on. He really appreciated working with professional people of different backgrounds. He believes the last 4 years has been the best council he has had the opportunity to work with. There are several different backgrounds and he believed it showed on several different issues . A successful organization cannot be run without successful staff. He thinks the city is at the top end. He was fortunate enough to be here when the city hired Joel; it was shortly after he took office. Then eventually George came along. They are both blessings . He remembered Bryant coming on, and the new people like Giao and Chief Monahan. He is very impressed with who we have, like Jeff Bell in parks and recreation and Spencer with the library. We have true professionals, and that is what makes an organization work. It has been an absolute pleasure and honor to serve. He feels like this has been a family after a decade-and-a-half. He appreciated it very much, and thanked them for all their kind words . They will be seeing him around. He is not leaving Apache Junction. Mayor Insalaco closed the discussion and called for a motion. Vice Mayor. Dietz MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 11-07, A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, PINAL AND MARICOPA COUNTIES, ARIZONA, DECLARING AND ADOPTING RELUCTANTLY THE RESULTS OF THE PRIMARY, SPECIAL AND RECALL ELECTIONS HELD ON MARCH 8, 2011, BE APPROVED. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE: Unanimous . The motion carried. CALL TO THE PUBLIC: None. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 8 OF 10 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Insalaco adjourned the meeting at 7 : 22 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows : 1 . Acceptance of Agenda. 2 . Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 1, 2011 . 3 . Consideration of approval of amendment to the existing agreement between the City of Apache Junction and Arizona Department of Commerce (Contract Number R016-10-01) . 4 . Consideration of award of contract to Frye Construction, Inc. for the purchase and installation of above-ground fuel tanks in an amount not to exceed $201, 047 . 67 5 . Consideration Resolution No. 11-07 : declaring and adopting the results of the March 8, 2011 Primary Election and Recall Election. ACCEPTED THIS 5TH DAY OF APRIL, 2011, BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 5TH DAY OF APRIL, 2011 . JOHN S. INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 9 OF 10 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 City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona, held on the 15th day of March, 2011 . I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this 17th day of March, 2011 ;; ;„tore4 dc4a>q, KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MARCH 15, 2011 PAGE 10 OF 10 oak ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES .44//47- / h-A1-4-Z 7/7/0 ITEM # MEETING OF U MOTION BY SECONDED BY: / I' YES NO ABSTAINED COUNCILMEMBER BARKER V COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON VICE MAYOR DIETZ COUNCILMEMBER SERDY MAYOR INSALACO UNANIMO,OS IN FAVOR OPPOSED ABSTAINED TOTAL ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: S461-67- ITEM # MEETING OF fr r MOTION BY: 4 SECONDED BY: ffriael ati YES NO ABSTAINED VICE MAYOR DIETZ COUNCILMEMBER WILSON COUNCILMEMBER BARKER COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN LY MAYOR INSALACO UNANIMOUS IN FAVOR OPPOSED ABSTAINED TOTAL ' 1/4 G'j O n� Z Cz y of'.Apache Junction F.) Home of the .S upet:c/ttzorr Al ountains 4Rr ON* tE3 Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Kathy Connelly, City Clerk DATE: April 5,2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Communication/Outreach TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: Appointments to fill vacancies on the Superstition Mountains Community Facilities District No. 1 Board of Directors. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Council interviewed applicants to this board at the April 4 Work Session. There are currently two vacancies with term expirations of July 7, 2016 FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: p ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available ACkE 4,(,/".• � ��0� City ofApache Junction F. f -, � � Q Home of the .S h7 e1s'tlt/on Mountains 8 Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Police Chief DATE: April 5, 2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Public Safety TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of Resolution No. 11-11, authorizing the City of Apache Junction to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Public Safety for participation in the Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force. ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation for Approval DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force is a multi-agency task force that conducts complex investigations aimed at identifying, apprehending, and prosecuting individuals and criminal organizations that profit from the theft of motor vehicles and related crimes. Resolution No. 11-11 will authorize the city to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with DPS to allow for city participation in Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force activities, for which the city agrees to recommend and commit an AJPD officer. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Approval. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D Resolution No. 11-11 0 Intergovernmental Agreement rah. RESOLUTION NO 11-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE ARIZONA VEHICLE THEFT TASK FORCE WHEREAS, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, a political subdivision of the State of Arizona ("DPS") and the City of Apache Junction, an Arizona municipal corporation ("City") , desire to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement ("IGA") allowing City to participate in the Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force ("task force") ; and WHEREAS, the task force is comprised of city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies working together to identify, apprehend, and prosecute individuals and criminal organizations who commit theft of motor vehicles and related crimes; and WHEREAS, City' s participation in this multi-agency task force will benefit the City by focusing proactive vehicle theft enforcement and deterrence efforts in the City; and WHEREAS, the parties have crafted a written agreement which sets forth the conditions for such arrangement; and WHEREAS, pursuant to A R. S. § 11-952 (A) , public entities may enter into intergovernmental agreements with other municipalities and governmental entities for joint or Oft cooperative activities . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS : 1) The Mayor and City Council approve the Intergovernmental Agreement Regarding Arizona Vehicle Task Force; and the Police Chief is hereby authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the City 2 . Staff shall record such document in the Pinal County Recorder' s office within sixty (60) days after full execution by all Parties . RESOLUTION NO. 11-11 PAGE 1 OF 2 3 . The Chief of Police is authorized to designate an officer to carry out the duties under and purpose of the agreement. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, THIS DAY OF , 2011 . SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS DAY OF , 2011 . oak JOHN S . INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J. STERN City Attorney Om likk RESOLUTION NO. 11-11 PAGE 2 OF 2 A.G.CONTRACT NO.P001- ,zGf 1 - UC C 3 Li_ DPS CONTRACT NO. .2(t -0 I 2- INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT REGARDING ARIZONA VEHICLE THEFT TASK FORCE Recitals A. This Intergovernmental Agreement ("IGA") is entered into between the State of Arizona, through its Department of Public Safety, hereinafter referred to as "DPS", and the City of .-. Apache Junction,an Arizona municipal corporation,hereinafter referred to as"Agency." B. The purpose of this Agreement is to enhance law enforcement services concerning vehicle theft through the cooperative efforts of the parties to this Agreement. C. DPS is authorized and empowered to enter into this IGA pursuant to A.R.S § 41-1713 B.3, both parties are authorized and empowered to enter into this IGA pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-952 Agreement Now, in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, the parties hereby agree to the following terms and conditions I. Participation The Agency agrees to assign one (1) P O.S.T certified sworn law enforcement officer, herein referred to as "officer", to the Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force on a full-time basis, for such assignments within the purposes of this contract, as directed by DPS During this assignment, DPS and the Agency agree to allow the officer to maintain all benefits, rights and pnvileges available to the officer as if the officer were assigned on a full-time basis to the Agency The officer must abide by all of the applicable rules and regulations of the Agency and is subject to the Agency's disciplinary process. In the event the officer is involved in a critical incident, as defined by DPS policy,the Agency agrees to cooperate with, and participate in,any investigation and/or critical incident review conducted by DPS for the purpose of evaluating the policies and procedures utilized by the Task Force IL Reimbursement DPS agrees to reimburse the Agency on a quarterly basis, for 75% of the salary of the assigned police officer and 100% of pre-authorized Task Force related overtime hours per month (depending upon funding by the Anzona Automobile Theft Authority), based on DPS weekly time accounting summary. The Agency agrees to provide to DPS the following information the officer's annual and hourly rate of pay, the officer's hourly overtime rate of pay and associated ERE(employee related expenses)costs DPS is not obligated to reimburse the Agency for salary raises or modifications to base salaries unless the Agency notifies DPS at least ninety (90) calendar days prior to the effective date of such modification. All approved travel expenses will be reimbursed directly to the officer by DPS under the employee travel reimbursement guidelines established by the Arizona Department of Administration. DPS shall assign and maintain a vehicle which will be provided in accordance with DPS vehicle policy to the Agency the Agency officer assigned to the Task Force The maintenance and use of the DPS vehicle will be in conformance and compliance with all DPS rules and regulations III. Availability of Funds Every payment obligation of DPS under this agreement is conditioned upon the availability of funds appropriated or allocated for the payment of such obligation. If funds are not allocated and ,..1k available for the continuance of the agreement, the agreement may be terminated by DPS at the end of the period for which funds are available No liability shall accrue to DPS in the event this provision is exercised, and DPS shall not be obligated or liable for any future payments or for any damages as a result of termination under this paragraph IV. Nondiscrimination All parties agree to comply with the non-discrimination provisions of the Governor's Executive Order 99-4. V. Indemnification Each party(as `indemnitor')agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all claims, losses, liability, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of the bodily injury of any person or property damage, but only to the extent that such claims are caused by the act, omission, negligence, misconduct, or other fault of the indemnitor, its officers, agents, or employees VI. Drug Free Workplace Any officer assigned to the task force will be subject to random and/or for cause drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Agency's guidelines and the DPS Drug Free Workplace Program guidelines. Each assigned officer shall be subject to the responsibilities of and shall retain all rights as provided for in the DPS Drug Free Workplace Program Manual, DPS Form Number DPS 932-02056 DPS shall not charge any fee or cost to the Agency for any assigned officer who undergoes testing Officer may be removed from the task force for failure to comply with the Agency's guidelines/drug screening requirement or for his/her failure to comply with DPS program/drug screening requirements. VII. Immigration Compliance All parties agree to comply with all applicable federal immigration laws and regulations of the Governor's Executive Order 2005-30. VIII. Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience or cause with thirty (30) calendar days written notice to the other party Upon termination, DPS shall pay the Agency all outstanding amounts up through the time at which the termination becomes effective. All property shall be returned to the owning party upon termination. Page 2 of 4 February 2011 r—. Any notice required to be given under this Agreement will be provided by mail to. Brian W. Wilcox,Major Jerald Monahan,Chief Arizona Department of Public Safety Apache Junction Police Department P. O. Box 6638 300 East Superstition Blvd Phoenix,Arizona 85005 Apache Junction,AZ 85119 IX. Cancellation All parties are hereby put on notice that this contract is subject to cancellation for conflicts of interest,pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-511 X. Recordkeeping All records regarding this Agreement, including officer's time accounting logs, must be retained for five(5)years after completion of this Agreement,in compliance with A R.S. § 35-214 XI. Fees Neither party may charge the other for any administrative fees for work performed pursuant to this Agreement. XII. Jurisdiction DPS gives prior consent to extend law enforcement authority of the participating Agency to the jurisdiction of DPS, pursuant to A R S § 13-3871. The Agency agrees to permit their officer to work outside of their regular jurisdictional boundaries, as any peace officer can in the State of Arizona. XIII. Limitations This agreement does not relieve either agency of its official duties and shall not be construed as limiting or expanding the statutory responsibilities of the parties. .-. XIV. Arbitration In the event of a dispute under this IGA,the parties agree to use arbitration to the extent required under A R S. §§ 12-1518 and 12-133. XV. Effective Date/Duration This Agreement shall become effective upon the execution of two (2) originals by the parties. This Agreement shall be for a term of one (1) year after the Agreement becomes effective, but shall automatically renew itself on July 1st of each year if DPS sends out a written notice of funding availability to the Agency within thirty (30) calendar days prior to the end of each year All prior agreements regarding the task force are canceled as of the effective date of this agreement. Page 3 of 4 February 2011 XVI. Worker's Compensation Benefits Pursuant to A R S. § 23-1022 D, for the purposes of worker's compensation coverage, all employees covered by this Agreement shall be deemed to be an employee of both agencies. The primary employer shall be solely liable for payment of worker's compensation benefits. Am. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, THE PARTIES HEREBY subscribe their names this day of , 2011. State of Arizona City of Apache Junction By: rob By. Robert C Halliday, ct r Jerald Monahan, Chief Arizona Department u is Safety Apache Junction Police Department Date. Z 1 Z.9 l Date: Approved as to Form- Approved as to Form. Assistant Attorney General City Attorney Date Date Page 4 of 4 February 2011 .��4aEY G44,4. a i 41 1 4erzon� TOM HORNE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL stint D Schneider Assistant Attorney General ATTORNEY GENERAL CIVIL DIVISION/TRANSPORTATION SECTION Direct No 602-542-8863 INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT DETERMINATION A G. Contract No. P001-2011-000634 (DPS 2011-012), an Agreement between public agencies, i.e, Arizona Department of Public Safety, Vehicle Theft Task Force and Apache Junction Police Department, has been reviewed pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-952, as amended, by the undersigned Assistant Attorney General, who has determined that it is in the proper form and is within the powers and authonty granted to the State of Arizona. No opinion is expressed as to the authonty of the remaining Parties, other than the State or its agencies,to enter into said Agreement DATE Z11?" ,2011 TOM HORNE Attorney General rt.s___..._:..,c:4(-7 _ BRIAN D. SCHNEIDER Assistant Attorney General BDS.ln:1654597 Attachment 1275 West Washington,Phoenix,Arizona 85007-2926• Phone 602-542-1680 • Fax 602-542-3646• wwwazaggov ROLL CALL VOTE NOTES: 77 V cid ti z r/r )) ' liPil cji, 4-1 it ITEM# MEETING OF 2 MOTION BY: SECONDED BYfiefklitit 6k YES NO ABSTAINED COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON I/ COUNCILMEMBER BARKER / VICE MAYOR DIETZkr-I) COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN i COUNCILMEMBER SERDY f COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MAYOR INSALACO V UNANII)II, US IN FAVOR OPPOSED ABSTAINED TOTAL V i . a a Y 1\/ r ' 1. 6 y' CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS NO. 1-4 I MOVE THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED; AND (THAT AND BE APPOINTED TO THE SUPERSTITION MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE ON JULY 7, 2016, AND THAT RESOLUTION NO 11-11, A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE ARIZONA VEHICLE THEFT TASK FORCE, BE APPROVED ow ACHE✓ °� "o City of Apache Junction u z Home of the .rapet:aition A!orrn/aini' 4Ri1ONf. a Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Kathy Connelly, City Clerk DATE: April 5,2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Required by Federal Law or State Statute TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: OATH OF OFFICE FOR COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON. ACTION REQUESTED: No Recommendation DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: As required by law, the city Berk will administer the Oath of Office to Councilmember Smithson. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D oath of office D certificate of election arliN AF pCHE,102 War 0,414 / de a OK, " Home of the Superstition Mountains City of Apache junction OATH OF OFFICE STATE OF ARIZONA ) County of Pinal ) ss City of Apache Junction ) I, Clark L Smithson, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution and laws of the State of Arizona, and the Ordinances of the City of Apache Junction, that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same,and defend them against all enemies, foreign or domestic, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of Councilmember according to the best of my ability, so help me God Signature Subscribed and sworn to before me this 17th day of March, 2011, and on this 5th day of April,2011 City Clerk •Von.E.(480)982-8002 • FAX(480)982-7018• I DD(480)983-009i • wviw amut}net 300E Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction AZ 85219 3 ) �•,p �r A. �., ,., t a ...� ..... � '�^b A �J. n.N.ay ?fir ia;aq��� Sw, h \4;�.,`,� ✓ } t �k Y �, , t d ". 'mil ryyi FjF, 4 « ,-' M' t ' k � �+'. a �x y� `'ya � rS ar i,°,fitit �+5,! , a y� , �. d''. a S'��, b u r�„A.& „2�; t sa.t t W..i. hL,L titJ�,ax r`.4yt "x'a. 1 4."; d. �» ,� .,�a ,{,.. .�� \i e _:x }. ,�' y ..i, `Sr 5 44'''1'"G' :•,4'u, 1. ,0 'f� *Y f•?.: � .,..r :Wn 42 h 'f Y". �,. l C �,y a + , �' .. a °.,,. ."Y �c .*a'::,A^' A. `".t1. '' i�-.,, :i'.,A ' ,�4{: S ILA $ {p r,' s ft s 4 ,V CERTIFICATE OF ELECTION <.,,,..ryt ) I, Kathleen Connelly, Clerk of the City of Apache Junction, Counties of Pinal and Maricopa, j ., rt State of Arizona DO HEREBY CERTIFY that at a Recall Election held in and for the City of Apache i' ,* r, Junction on the 8th day of March, 2011, Clark L . Smithson `` ,� I {. '; was duly elected to the office of Councilmember of the City of Apache Junction. Counties of Pinal and I �. Maricopa State of Arizona, as appears by the official returns approved by the City Council and on file .- :,in my office 4,,,4--). r; L IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the t a d ,, City of Apache Junction this 5th day of April 2011 4, *:, Xatn7eeri nne77y — ,:y,.,“ s City Clerk 17 x. . gym .:"✓/° Y.4.5 r 0Y ,,�rtl it ,r / 5". ti t #� "�( t<° 3' .nA, : i ; � �fi'x` «' \ b i.o + J 0,, F 4 7 .fg,+ ' '' a,'"� :a , y' S,, v,7 `p!'r'i i 3' a .,. r ,.� � F '9P,aa..,,, �. . ��a 'kti r Y- a, ,tom � ,�y� ¢� t! � r� � i *phCHf�G ;zoo Ci0 of/Ipache juncuon u z Home ofthe Super:c/ttian Mountains 444/200* 8 Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Roger S. Hacker, Revenue Resources Manager DATE: April 5, 2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Revenue Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION OF A CHECK BY THE FRIENDS OF APACHE JUNCTION. ACTION REQUESTED: Information Only (No discussion) DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Lucy J. Young, President of the Friends of Apache Junction Board of Directors, will present a check for$3,500.00 to Mayor Insalaco and the Chair of the Parks Commission Recently, the Friends hosted a benefit performance by the Salt River Brass The concert raised funds for the Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events Program. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Staff respectfully requests that Mayor Insalaco receive the check and pose for a photograph. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available tJ� PpACH ✓GZ i... City of Apache Jiincuon U Z1 Home of the Superstition Mountains '�Qrzos� El Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Heather Patel, Program Coordinator DATE: April 5,2011 AM bk Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 2011 AS "FAIR HOUSING MONTH". ACTION REQUESTED: Information Only(No discussion) DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: April 2011 is being designated as "Fair Housing Month"in accordance with the Arizona Department of Housing and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: Statutory Requirement RECOMMENDATION: "` Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council declare April 2011 as Fair Housing Month. ATTACHMENTS: Click to download O Staff Report O Proclamation P.A HFa o litse City of Apache Junction 9R1 oo• Development Services Department MEMORANDUM .� DATE: March 24, 2011 TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council THROUGH: George Hoffman,City Manager Brad Steinke, Development Services Director Roger Hacker, Revenue Resource Manager FROM: Heather Patel, Program Coordinator SUBJECT: 2011 Fair Housing Proclamation REQUEST Staff respectfully requests that the City Council proclaim April 2011 as Fair Housing Month. This proclamation will fulfill one of the City's requirements as a recipient of grant funds from the Arizona Department of Housing. If the proclamation is not made,the City's ability to receive further funds would be limited BACKGROUND Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing was first included in the Fair Housing Act of 1964, which, in .• Title VI, prohibited discrimination in housing on the basis of race, color, and national origin This Act also required that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD")administer its programs including the Community Development Block Grant("CDBG") program in a manner that affirmatively promotes fair housing. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 covered housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Title VIII was amended in 1988 by the Fair Housing Act which added two categories of protected persons from housing discrimination: 1) families with children(anyone under 18), and 2) individuals with disabilities. The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in Section 104, specifically states that communities shall affirmatively further fair housing. HUD regulations require that the state CDBG program affirmatively further fair housing This Act requires each community to certify that it will affirmatively further fair housing. When a community is involved in the provision of housing or housing services,whether funded through CDBG or with other public funds, it must ensure that such programs are designed and implemented in a non-discriminatory way DISCUSSION The Arizona Department of Housing ("ADOH"), the regulatory agency, has indicated that each community must complete the minimum requirements to further fair housing. These minimum requirements include. 1) Adopt a Fair Housing Proclamation or Resolution, 2) Display a Fair Housing poster in at least one public area of the community's administration building/office year round, and 3) Undertake at least one additional action that is specifically designed to further fair housing and/or educate the public about fair housing laws. Currently, the City displays an English and Spanish Fair Housing poster in the lobby of the Development Services Department and undertakes several additional eligible activities that comply with the requirements of ADOH These activities include the distribution of the State Fair Housing brochure and the attendance of the City's Staff at local/regional training relating to fair housing. If a declaration of Fair Housing Month is not adopted, the City will be in violation of the laws as identified above and the regulations set forth by HUD and ADOH, thus jeopardizing future funding through CDBG .•. RECOMMENDATION Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council declare April 2011 as Fair Housing Month ACTION REQUIRED The following actions are required: 1) The Council adopt the Proclamation declaring April 2011 as Fair Housing Month; and 2) The Mayor shall read the Proclamation aloud during the April 5, 2011 Council meeting Attachment 1. 2011 Fair Housing Proclamation 2 litorlamatit on FAIR HOUSING MONTH APRH,2011 /11 WHEREAS, the National Fair Housing Law of 1986,as amended by the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 prohibits discrimination in housing and declares it a national policy to provide within constitutional limits,for fair housing in the United States;and WHEREAS, the principle of Fair Housing is not only national law and national policy but a fundamental human concept and entitlement for all Americans;and WHEREAS, April has traditionally been designated as Fair Housing Month in the United States, NOW, THEREFORE, 1, John S Insalaco, Mayor of the City of Apache Junction,Arizona,do hereby proclaim April as FAIR HOUSING MONTH in Apache Junction and do hereby urge all citizens of this community to comply with the letter and spirit of the Fair Housing Law. Signed and attested to this 1 day of /" ,2011. dam'i'J. OHN S INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk PpAC11 � 3 yPG,t • ° , $ z City of Apache Junction Home of the .Supet:cimoii Alountains 4RI2O g Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Heather Patel, Program Coordinator DATE: April 5, 2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Communication/Outreach TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE SUCCESS OF THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT AND TAX COUNSELING FOR THE ELDERLY INITIATIVES FOR THE 2010 TAX YEAR. ACTION REQUESTED: Information Only (No discussion) DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The City of Apache Junction participates in the coordination of the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Initiatives with the Internal Revenue Service and American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in providing opportunities for all residents to seek out and obtain assistance in completing their tax returns by AARP volunteers. In addition to receiving free tax preparation, residents are also advised of potential tax credits that are offered to households and families Apache Junction offers two locations to receive this service The Moose Lodge generously offers its hall for volunteers to provide this service on Wednesdays and Thursdays. In addition, the City of Apache Junction and the staff at the city library offer exceptional accommodations for assistance to residents on Fridays and Saturdays. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: Information Only ATTACHMENTS: Click to download 121 Staff report P pCH .Q y City of Apache Junction 4' oaP Development Services Department MEMORANDUM DATE: March 23, 2011 TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council THROUGH: George Hoffman,City Manager Brad Steinke, Development Services Director Roger Hacker,Revenue Resource Manager FROM: Heather Patel, Program Coordinator SUBJECT: Earned Income Tax Credit Program and Tax Counseling for the Elderly REQUEST Staff respectfully requests that the City Council receives a presentation regarding the success of the Earned Income Tax Credit Program("EITC")and Tax Counseling for the Elderly("TCE") Initiatives for the 2010 tax year within Apache Junction. BACKGROUND The City of Apache Junction participates in the coordination of the EITC and TCE Initiatives with the Internal Revenue Service("IRS")and American Association of Retired Persons("AARP") in providing opportunities for all residents to seek out and obtain assistance in completing their tax returns by AARP volunteers In addition to receiving free tax preparation,residents are also advised of potential tax credits that are offered to households and families.Apache Junction offers two locations to receive this service. The Moose Lodge generously offers its hall for volunteers to provide this service on Wednesday and Thursday. In addition, the City of Apache Junction Public Library offers exceptional accommodations with computers for assistance to residents on Fridays and Saturdays DISCUSSION From February 1, 2011 to April 15, 2011, twenty-four AARP volunteers will provide over 2,700 volunteer hours to prepare the taxes of Apache Junction residents.The volunteer hours are valued at $54,121 From April 1S`to March 6th, volunteers completed 443 returns equaling a total refund amount of$378,857.This amount includes tax credits such as the EITC credit(43 returns, $51,336 refunded), and the Child Tax Credit(20 returns, $29,932 refunded).The average adjusted gross income for those citizens who utilized these services was$22,605 compared to$23,373.50 from tax year 2009 It is anticipated that the above numbers will double with the second month of returns filed ACTION REQUIRED Information only Free Tax Preparation for Apache Junction Residents Tax Year 2010 Stats From February 1, 2011 — March 28, 2011 Tax Year Federal State Earned EIC value Child Tax CTC value Total Total Returns returns Income Tax Credit Refunds Volunteer completed completed Credit value 2004 )05 724 2006 748 554 $28,155 2007 1012 754 79 $76,355 $425,551 $27,704 2008 901 637 80 $87,496 $633,054 $36,581 2009 946 712 90 $112,218 41 $56,293 $695,180 $44,717 2010 TBD 573 64 $69,273 26 $37,235 $595,956 $54,121 Shaded areas indicate no information is available Comments from AARP volunteer organizer. 1 Volunteers average 100 returns each week. 2 Tax credits used have been 1) First Time Home Buyers, 2) young couples with children needing the EITC, and 3) low income retirees who qualify for the AZ Property Tax Credit 3 Volunteers have completed new and amended tax year 2009 returns as well as part-time residents. 4. Taxpayers may not pay for the service but they pay with food. homemade nut breads, citrus, cookies, and BBQ chicken wings 5 The Public Library and staff continue to provide awesome accommodations and great tech support with Anthony. 6 The Moose Lodge provides all the space needed, stores the equipment over the summer and are really easy to work with ACHE °� zo col OfApache Junction �U 2 Home of the Supert71tioa Mountains 4Pizotr a Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Chief of Police DATE: April 5,2011 b. Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10- 16, 2011 AS"NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK". ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: National Crime Victims' Rights Week reaffirms the commitment of Apache Junction to helping victims of crime rebuild their lives through supportive services and victim compensation FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: p ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D Proclamation Crime Victims week Proclarnat NATIONAL A ein ITS WEEK APRIL 0T 01 WHEREAS, more than 33 million Americans are victims of crime each year,and WHEREAS, victims may suffer emotional,physical, psychological and financial harm as a result of crime,and WHEREAS, victim services and compensation programs across the country provide vital and supportive services for victims that help individual,families and communities cope with the impact of crime,and WHEREAS, the Victims of Crime Act(VOCA)passed by Congress in 1984,affirmed a national commitment to helping victims rebuild their lives by establishing the Crime Victims Fund, a major source of funding for services and compensation to victims of crime throughout the Untied States,and WHEREAS, the Fund comprises fine and penalties levied on offenders and affirms the principle that those who commit crimes should be held accountable for their actions. and WHEREAS, the Crime Victims Fund provides support to states for victim services and victim compensation programs, as well as support for federal victims of crime, child abuse prosecution, emergency reserve to assist victims of terrorism, and training and technical assistance for the victim services field,and WHEREAS, victim compensation programs pay for medical and counseling cost, funeral bills,crime scene cleanup and lost wages for victims of crime,and WHEREAS, National Crime Victims' rights Week—April 10th—April 16th, 2011 — provides an opportunity for our country to recognize the Victim of Crime Act as a major bedrock of support for victim services and to reaffirm our nation's commitment to addressing the needs of victims of crime,and WHEREAS, the City of Apache Junction is joining forces with victims services programs, criminal justice officials and concerned citizens throughout Apache Junction and America to observe the 27th anniversary of VOCA during National Crime Victims'Rights Week, NOW,THEREFORE, I,John Insalaco,Mayor of the City of Apache Junction,Arizona, do hereby proclaim April l0`h—April 16th,2011 as CRIME VICTIMS'RIGHTS WEEK in Apache Junction and reaffirm the commitment of Apache Junction to helping victims of crime rebuild their lives through supportive services and victim compensation during National Crime Victims'Rights week and throughout the year Signed and attested to this day of ,2011 JOHN INSALACO Mayor ATTEST KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk Pp ACif City ofAp ache Junct2on u.. . z \4,,6,1200>) Hoiiie qf the Sifpe):b11tdon ioi,ntai,zs Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Chief of Police DATE: April 5, 2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10 - 16, 2011 AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATIONS WEEK". ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: National Public Safety Telecommunications Week recognizes telecommunicators for their outstanding service and commitment to public health and safety. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D Proclamation-Telecommunication Week Proclamat NATIONAL PUBLIC SA�ETY CI tUNICATIONS WEEK APRI T" '' L 6T 2011 WHEREAS, the entire community can appreciate and recognize the professional 9-1-1 Telecommunicators who have impacted the lives of many,and WHEREAS, a group of professionals who are responsible for our nation's first- r•. line Homeland Security on a daily basis,and WHEREAS, admire the professionals who have dedicated their lives to helping others by answering the call every single day and bearing tremendous responsibility,and WHEREAS, during this week, all over the nation, ceremonies will be held and Telecommunicators will be recognized for their outstanding service and commitment to public health and safety,and WHEREAS, the dedication,hard work, anger, frustration,tears and smiles that go on every day,one call at a time,making the world a better place,and WHEREAS, appreciating the skills they bring to every emergency call no matter how serious or trivial which keeps our officers and the public safe, and WHEREAS, our country's Telecommunicators and 911 professionals are dedicated to meeting the technological demands placed upon them in our rapidly changing world even if it means making personal sacrifices during these troubled times,and WHEREAS, Telecommunicators are the behind the scenes heroes who make the difference in the lives of others, NOW, THEREFORE, I, John Insalaco, Mayor of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,do hereby proclaim April 10`i'—April 16`i',2011 as NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATIONS WEEK in Apache Junction and urge our fellow citizens to show their appreciation by calling the Police Department and thanking the Telecommunicators for their commitment to you and your family They are the voice of comfort and compassion serving you 24 hours a day 7 days a week Signed and attested to this day of ,2011. JOHN INSALACO Mayor ATTEST. KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk ... .t 0Pp ACHE✓G "b= City of Apache Junction U Z Home of the .Superstition Mountains fountains '+most' ES Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Chief of Police DATE: April 5,2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 10- 16, 2011 AS"NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK". ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: National Volunteer Week recognizes the contributions that our volunteers make every day to our community. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download 0 Proclamation-Volunteer week Proclarnat ion action that changes the world;and WHEREAS, volunteers can connect with local community service opportunities through many community service organizations;and WHEREAS, individuals and communities are at the center of social change discovering their power to make a difference,and WHEREAS, during this week, all over the nation, service projects will be performed and volunteers will be recognized for their commitment to service;and WHEREAS, the giving of oneself in service to another employers the giver and the recipient,and WHEREAS, experience teaches us that government by itself cannot solve all of our nation's social problems,and WHEREAS, our country's volunteer force of over 64 million people is a great treasure;and WHEREAS, volunteers are vital to our future as caring and productive nation,and NOW, THEREFORE, I, John Insalaco, Mayor of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,do hereby proclaim April 10th—April 16th,2011 as NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK in Apache Junction and urge our fellow citizens to volunteer in their communities By volunteering and recognizing those who serve, we can replace disconnection with understanding and compassion Signed and attested to this day of ,2011 JOHN INSALACO Mayor ATTEST KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk JG PpACHf i.► .�. z City of Apathe Junction Notre of the Superstition it l otttttain.c 4R/2ONt' 8 Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: George Hoffman, City Manager DATE: April 5, 2011 '_ Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: MANAGER'S REPORT. ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available tyACHE�G ► ... (((�•= pity of Apache junction la z Ho/Ne of the .Super:stition Mountains �Plzot; El Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: R.Joel Stern, City Attorney DATE: April 5,2011 Agenda Type : Regular Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON POSSIBLE CHANGES TO ORDINANCE NO. 1361, ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND STORAGE SHEDS. ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND INFORMATION: FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: p ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available q i ROLL CALL VOTE / , 4 NOTES:y f 1 k )j-: ojil,(11))" oak ,11\3j )‘1 i ), IQ /10 1 ITEM # MEETING OF V MOTION BY: SECONDED BY / I YES i✓' ABSTAINED COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN .t, COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON4/ j COUNCILMEMBER SERDY COUNCILMEMBER BARKER / V" /j COUNCILMEMBER WILSON VICE MAYOR DIETZ / MAYOR INSALACO V UNANIMOUS IN FAVOR OPP SED ABSTAINED / TOTAL ) ' ITEM NO. 13 I MOVE THAT THE FOLLOWING DIRECTION BE GIVEN TO STAFF REGARDING POSSIBLE CHANGES TO ORDINANCE NO 1361, ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND STORAGE SHEDS. i ROLL CALL VOTE P NOTES vA t U \AV 1 ITEM# L MEETING OF r V4,- 4..."-- MOTION BY: SECONDED BY: /YES NO ABSTAINED COUNCILMEMBER SERDY V VICE MAYOR DIETZ V COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON V COUNCILMEMBER WILSON V COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN ?/ COUNCILMEMBER BARKER V MAYOR INSALACO UNANIMOUJ IN FAVOR OPPOSED ABSTAINED TOTAL 1 i ITEM NO. 14-15 I MOVE THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5:45 P M AND A WORK SESSION AT 7.00 Mek P M BE HELD ON MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2011, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, RESPECTIVELY; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 5.45 P.M. BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2011, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. ADJOURNMENT: I MOVE THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT P.M. .•. ROLL CALL WS 411-1/1 I f REG 1-6/11SPEC: CITY COUNCIL P I A P I P I A ,1 MAYOR INSALACO / 7 - VICE MAYOR DIETZ ✓ / COUNCILMEMBER BARKER V 1/ COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN V /7 COUNCILMEMBER SERDY V 1 COUNCILMEMBER SMITHSON COUNCILMEMBER WILSON l i V TOTAL 1 1 CITY STAFF: Vi I 1 1/ City Manager George Hoffman V 7 Assistant City Manager Bryant V / Powell / (// City Clerk Kathleen Connelly ✓ j0 City Attorney Joel Stern V v Public Safety Director Jerald ` Monahan j/ City Engineer Giao Pham Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Bell Finance Director Donna Meinerts Development Svcs Director ft Brad Steinke I a Human Resources Director Liz 4 ,Iv > I Riley 1i Planning Manager Fred Baker 1.4 i Economic Development -_ a�" 4171th ..� Director Steve Fili•owicz ,�' Ii � MattsBusby the City Ma -9er�� �_IMBNpr Ai CT , ANrill `r 1111MM, OTHERS , \ vy, SJ I , i i l .'1 V i 7 1,1,r EA/ , 4 ' IPA ' i ' \ / 4. ki6 ‘ 0, k , v Date: -'1 \ " ) Cityof Apache Junction Item p No. Request to Speak Form or Call to The Public (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. Do you wish to speak before Council on this item? Yes❑ No❑ Only If Necessary ❑ ❑ I am in favor of the propoed Item. ❑ I am opposed to the proposed Item. Name (Print) LN CY;' .S2 "4\ -.Df Address City Zip Code (.°C7a Telephone This information will be used by staff for follow-up, if necessary. Speakers are requested to directly address their agenda item and address their comments to the Mayor and City Council. Please limit Call to the Public comments to no more than three minutes and five minutes for Public Hearing items. 8/18/09