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Home My WebLink About2011 04.04 City Council Work Session Agenda p ACMF ow. .�. i y of Apache juncrion U 0 Home o/ the .S'upe,:tltlon .X'Jouniains APACHE JUNCTION CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 300 EAST SUPERSTITION BOULEVARD APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA 85219 Monday, April 4, 2011 7:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. ROLL CALL. 3 DISCUSSION ON PROCEDURES FOR APRIL 5,2011,COUNCIL MEETING. Discussion on procedures and logistics for regular council meeting in order to effectuate council transition. Council member Smithson was sworn in on March 17,2011. This is an additional Oath of Office for benefit of the public 4. INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS FOR VACANCIES ON SUPERSTITION MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT. Due to the resignations of Ray Soden and Clark Smithson,two vacancies exist on the Superstition Mountains Community Facilities District No 1 Board of Directors Council is being given this opportunity to interview the applicants for the vacancies,which have term expirations of July 7, 2016 These appointments are scheduled for the April 5 regular meeting 5. DISCUSSION ON CITY TOW POLICY SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO.885 AND TOW ROTATION LIST PROTOCOL/POSSIBLE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL(RFP)PROCESS. During the May 3,2010 Work Session, Chief Monahan presented to council the practical challenges with Ordinance No 885, which was passed and adopted in 1994, establishing a rotation list process whereby tow businesses would be qualified to perform vehicle tows from public property on a rotational call-out basis This item will allow the council to review and discuss the city's current tow policy under Ordinance No 885,the current tow rotation list and requirements, and the possibility of securing future towing services through an RFP/bid/contract process 6. DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1374,AMENDING APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME I, CHAPTER 3,ADMINISTRATION,ARTICLE 3-14,PROPERTY DISPOSITION; REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES At the December 15,2010 Work Session,council sought to clarify the weapon disposal policy as adopted under Ordinance No. 1285 On January 18, 2011,council directed staff to incorporate desired policy changes to Ordinance No. 1285,to include. 1)expanded authorization for the police chief to return weapons used in suicides to their lawful owners,2) removal of blue book value confirmation;and 3)test-firing and ATF notification requirements 7. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED 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. By entering into this agreement,the city agrees to recommend and commit police department staff for participation in task force activities This IGA will benefit the city by focusing proactive vehicle theft enforcement and deterrence efforts in Apache Junction 8. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON QUARTERLY UPDATE ON DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY. Amok The Downtown Redevelopment and Implei ration Strategy adopted by the city council with t.�pproval of Resolution No. 10-34 recommends specific goals and strategies geared toward fostering revitalization in the downtown The Resolution requires staff to provide a quarterly update to the mayor and city council on the status of the items in the work plan,and any suggested staff modifications thereto. This item is identified in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 City Council Work Plan 9. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON THE CITY'S CURRENT METHOD OF SOLID WASTE TRASH COLLECTION AND RECYCLING. 10. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON SIGNAGE TO HISTORICAL SITES AND MONUMENTS WITHIN THE CITY IN RECOGNITION OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA'S CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION. Representatives from Dons of Arizona will present on their desire to see signage or markers to historical sites and monuments throughout the city in recognition of the State of Arizona's centennial celebration 11. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION WITH STAFF REGARDING ORDINANCE NO. 1361,ACCESSORY BUILDINGS'''. AND STORAGE SHEDS. 12. 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 ______ �. .� Jz y of Apache juncion Home of the .S uperslitton Mountains 4przot* g Print TO City Manager's Office FROM: Kathy Connelly, City Clerk DATE: April 4, 2011 Agenda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Additional Item Outside Scope of Identified Council Priorities TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION ON PROCEDURES FOR APRIL 5, 2011, COUNCIL MEETING ACTION REQUESTED: Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Discussion on procedures and logistics for regular council meeting in order to effectuate council transition. Council member Smithson was sworn in on March 17, 2011 This is an additional Oath of Office for benefit of the public. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D cover memo r► cy ACHE- 2/ e rlytta-C4C;(14teliatt' Nome of the Superstition ?'fountains 4/it oNP MARCH 18, 2011 MEMORANDUM TO HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS THROUGH GEORGE R. HOFFMAN, CITY MANAGER J FROM KATHLEEN CONNELLY, CITY CLERK \t/ SUBJECT PROTOCOL FOR APRIL 5 COUNCIL MEETING On March 17, 2011, I administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember-elect Clark Smithson so that we met the requirement of A R S § 19-216 Having received the highest number of votes in the recall election, Councilmember-elect Smithson filed his final campaign finance documents which allowed him to be sworn in At the April 5 council meeting I will formally swear in Councilmember Smithson Since Councilmember Smithson has already taken the Oath of Office, he will be able to participate in the April 4 and 5 executive sessions, the April 4 work session and the April 5 water board meeting At the Awards, Presentations and Proclamations portion of the council meeting I will administer the ceremonial Oath of Office for the benefit of Councilmember Clarkson's family, the public and the media After this is completed, the regular meeting will proceed • Voice(480)982-8002 • FAX (480)982-7018 • 1 DI)(480)983-0095 • tttiu alert} net 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction. AZ 85219 Format Document Page 1 of 1 ARS TITLE PAGE NEXT DOCUMENT PREVIOUS DOCUMENT 19-216 Election results A. The candidate receiving the largest number of votes shall be declared elected for the remainder of the term and shall begin serving the remainder of the term on his qualification for the office and on completion of the canvass. Unless the incumbent receives the largest number of votes he shall be deemed removed from office upon qualification of his successor. If the incumbent's successor does not qualify within five days after the results of the election have been declared, the office shall be vacant, and may be filled as provided by law. B. The incumbent shall continue to perform the duties of his office until the completion of the canvass of the election returns. http.//www.azleg gov/FormatDocument asp?format=print&mDoc=/ars/19/00216 ht 3/18/2011 pp ACHE J of 4 �, t 1 Apache junction Home of the Super:ltr ton Mountains 'Knot* Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM• Kathy Connelly, City Clerk DATE April 4, 2011 Agenda Type Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Communication/Outreach TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS FOR VACANCIES ON SUPERSTITION MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT ACTION REQUESTED: Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Due to the resignations of Ray Soden and Clark Smithson, two vacancies exist on the Superstition Mountains Community Facilities District No. 1 Board of Directors Council is being given this opportunity to interview the applicants for the vacancies, which have term expirations of July 7, 2016 These appointments are scheduled for the April 5 regular meeting. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: 'iECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download ❑ cover memo ❑ ray soden resignation ❑ smithson resignation ❑ buzzin application ❑ mullen application ❑ bowler application ❑ mcdaniel application PQPCH � %riW— 12e. l �acitejffitelicit low• U Home of the Superstition .Mountcrrn5 4a oNP p MARCH 18, 2011 MEMORANDUM TO HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS THROUGH GEORGE R HOFFMAN, CITY MANAGER/ FROM KATHLEEN CONNELLY, CITY CLERK ,�IT✓ SUBJECT SEWER BOARD APPOINTMENTS As required by A R S §48-711 and the resolution that created the sewer district, the city council is responsible for appointing members to the sewer board Vacancy At this time there are two vacancies on the board created by the resignations of Ray Soden and Clark Smithson. Both terms are scheduled to expire on July 7, 2016 As of this date, we have received applications from Luciano Buzzin, Randy Mullen, Wayne Standage, Anthony Bowler and Steven McDaniel Mr Buzzin is currently on the Board of Adjustment Mr Standage does not wish to be considered at this time Mr Mullen is on the Health and Human Services Commission Mr Bowler and Mr. McDaniel are new applicants Attached are copies of the talent bank applications and A.R S § 48-711 Interviews are scheduled for the April 4 work session and appointments scheduled for the April 5 regular meeting Please contact me if you have any questions • yoke(480)982-8002 • FAX (-180)982-7018• FDD(480)983-0095 • Vik%‘N aicrt‘ net 300 1 Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction AL 85219 Janet Mason From: Suzanne Heninger Sent Friday, April 01, 2011 8 55 AM To: Kathy Connelly; Janet Mason Subject Sewer District interviews Randy Mullen called today and said that he will not be able to make the Monday, April 4, 2011 interviews. He is still interested though, but had a prior commitment. 9rencntieiv Tit*Tiede,Seczeievup Mpachez ceity, 300`S 8ulznrrstitian. 94pac/u ntnettwv 85119 (480)474-5050 cSeTvice kzue,va ct Mgaue,tit&CRest This message and the information within is intended for the recipient If you received this email in error,please notify the sender and then delete the email Emails generated by council members or City staff pertaining to City business are public records and are preserved according to the City's records retention schedule. To ensure compliance with the Open Meeting Law,members of the City Council should not forward email correspondence to other members of the Council Members of the Council and other public bodies may reply to this message, but should not copy other members of the public body 1 ^ - Format Document Page 1 of 1 ARS TITLE PAGE NEXT DOCUMENT PREVIOUS DOCLIVENT 48-711 Records, board of directors; open meetings A. The district shall keep the following records which shall be open to public inspection 1. Minutes of all meetings of the district board. 2. All resolutions 3 Accounts showing all monies received and disbursed. 4. The annual budget. 5. All other records required to be maintained by law B If the resolution ordering formation of the district provides that the district will be governed by a district board appointed by the governing body, each appointed director shall serve for a term of six years, except that two directors initially appointed by the governing body in the resolution shall serve for a term of four years. The resolution shall state which directors shall serve four year terms and which shall serve six year terms. On the expiration of the term of an appointed director, the governing body shall appoint a person to fill the position If a vacancy occurs on the district board because of death, resignation or inability of the director to discharge the duties of director, the vacancy shall be filled by appointment made by the governing body A director appointed by the governing body shall hold office for the remainder of the unexpired term until his successor is appointed. An appointed director shall not be a landowner owning more than forty acres in the district, an elected official of the municipality or county or an employee or agent of the landowner or municipality or county but may be a director of more than one district The members of the governing body of the municipality or county are not eligible to receive compensation for their services as members of the district board C. The board of directors shall comply with title 38, chapter 3, article 3 1 as a separate political subdivision. D. The district clerk and district treasurer shall be the clerk of the municipality or county and the treasurer of the municipality or county, respectively, unless the district board appoints a district clerk and district treasurer http //www azleg gov/FormatDocument asp?format=print&inDoc=/ars/48/00711 ht 3/18/2011 January 19, 2011 Apache Junction City Council I am resigning my position on the Board of Directors of the Superstition Mountain Facilities District effective immediately I am sorry that I no longer have the time to devote to this responsibility because my own business requires my full attention during these difficult economic times Thank You Ray S 6C :1 1,1d 81 uaf IIOl /11 Clark L. Smithson I700 S Wea%el 1)r .1p<cht, Jmwiio►►. Z 85220 180-671-1429 c ell 180-626-3109 alai ksm►t hson@rnsn.com OIN March 17. 2011 Kathleen Connelly.City Clerk City of Apache Junction 300 F Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85219 Dear Ms Connelly., I hereby submit my resignation as a board member of Superstition Mountain Community facilities district No 1 effectively immediately State law(A R S 48 711 B)prohibits an elected official of the city from serving on the board My election to the Apache Junction City Council therefore requires my resignation I have very much enjoyed serving, and will miss future participation on that board. although I look forward to being a member of the city council Sincerely. Clark I. Smithson cc Kathleen Waldron. Mayor Iohn S Insalaco Edward Grabek, V Criv of Apache Junction ; , ' - ,•011*. \15 Talent Bank Application •'N0. Name t /1�. c c /ii . :�i�:. - - - ' Date/1, ', C / ��.:>c,/.' I w Horne Address f Mailing Address, if different V I Entail Address _ .___.._3 -1.-- Home I elephonc ,z �; • 11'nrl telephone Are you a resident of the City of Apache Do You own commercial property in the City of Junction r [3.:Ves 0 No I Apache Junction'' E Yes 2-No Length of residency in the Cuts of Apache Do you operate a bysiness in Apache Junction' Junction(tf applicable} ,_, i ,,,_w'. ❑ 1 es C u If ves for hors long Nam. 3, tddress of business(ii applicable> IIt you arc nut in business in the City of Apach: Junction please list your occupation or if retired,_ please indicate sour former occupation or profession , . i • Are you uucc set-sing of have you ever seiNed,on a City of Apache Junction board or commission') 0 l es l \u If yes,please list uautc of board/commission and dates served '/4 `._., ... . .�s..r h ,%; r,.. ,t t Hoard & Cuinpussion preference(s) Rehr to the last page for a list of Boards&Commissions List 1 your choices in order of preference I -_-----1 t A'i_..-c..�._... i./ "•1 :. y7^- P 4 5 !.'4.c I/r,f ~�1�d p._� ', -H f riN y t „a.j :','l r T/J�leis-;'/"L 1_,-,`,..)„.,..„ '3!� r.,- 1�:ti'i L._ J .< _ Education and Community Set vice T j Schools Attended ;',;{, �, •�'� ,1 .�- � Degree _-_ Year ~, �� -t-.__. ,, ( IN is Actis►tfes Serc tic(irranizattons (Office Held ' Year Begun 'r ear Lnded • 1 — IV',3` a: <Y f_ -, L j L t /,,, , q e,% ) J f + ' F.r.. `=Ni. i c c%., ( f _ I K61. ._mot/ _---_.—. _ If ..4 �e�x:f/G:: 1 s�'• t `�-'� Please,state sshy sou would lure to be appointed to a City Board,Commission or Cowmtn0e ( c W hat du sou he hue is the kes responstbihis „t Board Commission or l unimtuee members to (a)the t ity ((Juneii i b►the einiens of Apache Junction It.I other Board C o►un_ussion or Committee members' (a)'Y..-_` c , 7 ` . . - .. "I" t- a _ (c) r �— r .. ` t.•7; — Please Mate the rt i oils\rh) run feel sou arc qualified to serve on a Board;Commission or Ooiiuulttee . ,. ;� - [-a..f� a ♦ "•iY -(7.0 rt s .Le.. 4 ' t • / i/ ♦ Applications are kept on file lot two sears [)urine that time,sour application will be considered when there is an opening for the Board or C ommission for which you have applied As a candidate to a C its Board C oniniission or Committee your name address and telephone. number will he asailable to the media and the public Oce..tsionalls requests arc received from State anJ C ounts levdators tot ree umniendations of citizens to ,erne on State and C ounty commissions It the Cot\ Council recommends sour nainc he submitted,you will he contacted before this tenon is t(ken Please. ninth the ( it) ( kit s Ounce di 023U)9b2-8002 option sou inure or no longer s►ish to be considered tot appointment It sou have a current resume and or ins Lenttieatcs that was he applicable to your Board,Comm ssion or l oninuttee interest,please attach a cops to this application Mail or deli%ct \oin completed application to ( its of Apache Junction Attn t its t.lerk 3001 Superstition Blvd Apache Junction A7$ 219 I appointed to a Board'(ontmisswn'Coniituitec I understand that one requirement is that I canno.be ^ absent from the Cits fit osur30 days at ouc uric unless authorized b) the Masor and Council Applicants Signature 4tct„•t,--- :1 f .` Date '^ i' / /'/ Think on for rout interest in the City et Apache Junction Iles iesced bs — 1 Date tAppointed by 1 Date Board or Commission appointed to --�— C of Apache tunetkri • ;tin I Superstition Bird • Apache Junction A/ 85219 Phone (480) 982-80u2 • 1-a\ (480)9 2-7018 • teem alcits net City of Apache Junction ^' , u p, 1.if Talent Bank Application Name Randy Mullen Date 04/1 8/20 10 Home Address 3248 S Chaparral Rd Apache Junction AZ 851 19 Mailing Address, if different Email Address rwmullen@yahoo corn Home Telephone 480-671-9747 Work Telephone 480-332-7419 Are you a resident of the City of Apache Do you own commercial property in the City of Junction9 X Yes ❑ No Apache Junction? ❑ Yes x No Length of residency in the City of Apache Do you operate a business in Apache Junction^ Junction(if applicable) _7 yrs ❑ Yes X No If yes, for how long_ Name&address of business(if applicable)'. If you are not in business in the City of Apache Junction,please list your occupation,or, if retired, please indicate your former occupation or profession information Technology Are you now serving,or have you ever served,on a City of Apache Junction board or commission9 ❑ Yes X No If yes,please list name of board/commission and dates served' Board& Commission preference(s): Refer to the last page for a list of Boards&Commissions List your choices in order of preference 1 Health and Human Services Commission 3 Parks and Recreation Commission 2 Sewer District Board 4 Library Board Education and Community Service Schools Attended _ Degree Year Northern Arizona University M Ed 1998 Western International University B S _ 1992 Civic Activities-Service Organizations Office Held Year Begun Year Ended it/a fra Please state why you would like to be appointed to a City Board,Commission or Com e; L L F►; f , 41 I would like to serve the citizens of Apache Junction What do you believe is the key responsibility of Board,Commission or Committee members to (a)the City Council,(b)the citizens of Apache Junction,(c)other Board,Commission or Committee members9 (a) Act as a support group to the City Council Boards,Commissions,and Committee members prop►de the City Council with accurate,detailed information and recommendations so the City Council can make informed decisions (b)To serve the citizens of Apache Junction and to help improve their lives (c)To work with other Board,Commissions,and Committee members as a cohesive unit for the betterment of the community To take responsibility for the position and perform the duties to the best of my abilities Please state the reasons why you feel you are qualified to serve on a Board,Commission or Committee I think that attending the Leadership Institute has provided me with an outstanding foundation for serving the community I have also lived in Apache Junction and have a good understanding of the community. I am willing to put in the time necessary to be a succe'sful member of a Board,Commission, or Committee Applications are kept on file for two years During that time, your application will be considered when there is an opening for the Board or Commission for which you have applied As a candidate to a City Board,Commission or Committee,your name, address and telephone number will be available to the media and the public Occasionally requests are received from State and County legislators for recommendations of citizens to serve on State and County commissions If the City Council recommends your name be submitted,you will be contacted before this action is taken Please notify the City Clerk's Office at(480)982-8002 if you move or no longer wish to be considered for appointment OIN If you have a current resume and/or any certificates that may be applicable to your Board,Commission or Committee interest, please attach a copy to this application Mail or deliver your completed application to.City of Apache Junction, 300 E Superstition Blvd Apache Junction,AZ 85119 If appointed to a Board/Commission/Committee, I understand that one requirement is that I cannot be absent from the City for over 30 days at one time, unless authorized by the Mayor and Council Applicant's Signature °��"t Date `7'//'1I/`� T hank you for your interest in the City of Apache Junction Reviewed 4by: Date: —Appointed by: Date: Board or Comniiskidnl;, fnted to: . • arS Randy Mullen 3248 S Chaparral Rd Phone 480-603-5922 Apache Junction AZ, 85119 E-mail rwm221ajuno corn SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS • 8 years of IT Management experience in a 24 X 7 environment • Responsible for up to 17 employees, including performance evaluations,training and mentonng • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management • Ability to achieve goals and performance metrics / • Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Help Desk Analyst II,Smartilealth,Phoenix,AZ 01/10-Present • Act as the first line of assistance for user support requests • Monitor critical business processes at the Help Desk • Keep PCs, Macs terminals and printers running through effective initial configuration, maintenance, upgrades and repairs • Perform software installations and upgrades,maintain user access accounts and assist on special projects upon request • Provide user training for OS and communications software such as Google Apps,Rightfax,Phone System_ VPN,etc Technology Support Analyst Sr,Arizona State University,Glendale, AZ 02/00-04/09 • Directed a small IT department for the School of Global Management and Leadership(S G NI L) • Provided hands-on hardware and software support for the School of Global Management and Leadership(S G M L), including UNIX,Apple,and PC's • Collaborated with faculty on course management systems including instructional,administrative, distance education,and student computing • Planned,directed,and evaluated technology initiatives for the School of Global Leadership and Management • Worked with other ASU units to establish and develop innovative and collaborative solutions • Server administrator for six Windows 2003 and two Windows 2000 servers • Active Directory administrator for S G M L 's Organizational Units • Led campus rollout teams a Liaison between the SG M L and A S U 's IT department • Provided training to faculty,staff and students Operations Manager,Automatic Data Processing,Chandler,AZ 05/92-1 t/99 • Managed 1 7 direct reports in the following departments Computer Operations,Micro-7 ethnology, Help Desk,Telecommunications, Facilities,and Production • Departments consistently met or exceeded performance standards • Experienced in budget preparation and administration Budgets ranging from'i 2 million to 13 mill ion • Managed 24X7 operations for regional office and 3 satellite offices • Performed senior-level strategy, implementation,and quality efforts for all ADP operations in region • Negotiated acquisition and service level agreements for reporting departments • Established and maintained operating procedures mcluding disaster recovery Technology Support Supervisor,Automatic Data Processing,Chandler,AZ 08/89-05/92 • Supervised and trained mainframe operators for commercial and standard mainframe applications • Applied updates to mission-critical applications and operating systems • Designed and wrote customer programs for large external clients • Analyzed,optimized and performed all internal EDP auditing for all data processing operations for OnN the region's operations in Arizona EDUCATION Graduate Certificate,Educational Technology,Northern Arizona University Master of Education,Counseling,Northern Arizona University Bachelor of Science,Computer Science, Western International University t^ ea\ 4spow✓ • �} City of Apache Junction 1.- 51 r o' , k Talent Bank Application Name Anho gOGU1e- Date 1 /3/J2,c)I I eiN Home Address I 1 2 q IAI, . te' Aue, Apa )-) c,, e Ul.t vic -1 i 0)/7) 42. .gslzo _ , Mailing Address,if different Email Address 4-rand 6( Live p coo Home Telephone 115 -?f Q_-t f 6V Work Telephone 4 8'0-7/0--1/5-0 Are you a resident of the City of Apache Do you own commercial property in the City of Junction? 0 Yes ❑ No Apache Junction? ❑ Yes No Length of residency in the City of Apache Do you operate a business in Apache Junction? Junction(if applicable) � if4yS ❑ Yes 14 No If yes,for how long Name&address of business(if applicable) If you are not in business in the City of Apache Junction,please list your occupation;or,if retired, please Indic to your former occupatio r professio 6- TV-I nR� ;:�el�r r)^03ec-} M-aver Are you now servinWor have you ever served,on a City of Apache Junction board or commission? 0 Yes INeK1No If yes,please list name of board/commission and dates served Board& Commission preference(s): Refer to the last page for a list of Boards&Commissions List euN your choices in order of preference 1 C(4 (/1'��7;71l t)/7 t 4 CohUri, }-iic Q,4-c4 LonY'inc----oVt o f0at'r� � A 2 P f a fi l r) ?Qh ' VAIg„ Comm Boa,"i ( �;G S4 voott- Education an6ommunity Service Schools Attended��, Degree Year ljf)i uOf 5 Ty} a-c A Yam) yZ"oY1Gq BS, (real,.E if 1V�1 � H h avavy tin I Vet s -- As o' ( 4t ire 1=nr4 P) Civic Activities-Service Organizations Office Held. Year Begun Year Ended 1 Please state why you would like to be appointed to a City Board,Commission or Committee rain 0 r is�erec Cav: 1 E i E:✓' aid r vied sfhe hes-1 Wh[o tin alun', n5S ii'/e .0 pl,>C TO, I?,-Pr4S r1(,4Ure i5 v ultra► ft at do you belt is the key responsibility of Board,Commission or Committee members to (a)The City Council. (b)the citizens of Apache Junction,(c)other Board,Commission or Committee members./ eiN (a)flan 'fvNr c6rV►Aonl4 -i-haf allot-)5 for free eyrie prase h a it s;bie 1'1'4.ti h e n b) proof scciv' corn wki `0I, - Sf( ('tire., (it ds) Sewer, tt,h eit (c) Coo rd 1 r4-1+2 i:e 4-weer ; IA 5-tr'u c't 01 re and - free e i Mettle/15e Please state the reasonys why you feel you are qualified to serve on a Board,Commissioon or Committee 1-G 0u re' i S-lered C;U#I bT)y;h v, to 41i 20 g ears of eX eer)eKce.* Applications are kept on file for two years During that time,your application will be considered when there is an opening for the Board or Commission for which you have applied As a candidate to a City Board,Commission or Committee,your name, address and telephone number will be available to the media and the public Occasionally requests are received from State and County legislators for recommendations of citizens to serve on State and County commissions. If the City Council recommends your name be submitted,you will be contacted before this action is taken Please notify the City Clerk's Office at(480)982-8002,option 5, if you move or no longer wish to be considered for appointment If you have a current resume and/or any certificates that may be applicable to your Board, ^ Commission or Committee interest,please attach a copy to this application Mail or deliver your completed application to City of Apache Junction,Attn City Clerk, 300 E Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 If appointed to a Board/Commission/Committee, I understand that one requirement is that I cannot be absent from the City for over days . me time, unless authonzed by the Mayor and ouncil Applicant's Signature iltr./ Z f "�--- Date i/ / 260 Thank you for your interest in the City of Apache Junction. Reviewed by Date: Appointed by Date Board or Commission appointed to __ City of Apache Junction • 300 E Superstition Blvd. • Apache Junction, AZ 85219 Phone (480)982-8002 • Fax (480)982-7018 • www.ajcrty.net ^i •`` C.', Cit) of Apache Junction uI i Talent Bank Application J Namete\ Date a -- i O _ i es Home Address- ! (0(e<c) 3... 0.ki.. L Li kason -b- it-e,_, Aiyx..-Vit— ‘Avs.,--k-tcr,-,., A.2_ Mailing Address, if different Email Address 3 t- cak n r'� �., tit— ( C..) 1,-v��1^roc 1't ( Cij 1r, Home Telephone ! 2 ii 3 _ —)1 V _ i l Work Telephone (C_ 7Z 9 _ 7 Are you a resident of the City of Apache Do you own commercial property in the City of Junction? ® Yes ❑ No Apache Junction'? ❑ Yes Et No Length of residency in the Cj y of Apache Do you operate a business in Apache Junction? Junction(if applicable) ;V S. -s ❑ Yes El No If yes,for how long Name&address of business(if applicable) If you are not in business in the City of Apache Junction,please list your occupation;or, if retired, please indicate your former occu non or profession: (A.)G(.`t.C.,li.)r ('-c r"-rt ± �'� 2 11i� )r Ol tl �Ctl lrz�� 2 t, c.,C` �j� h � lJ r - Are you now serving,or have you ever served,on a City cif Apache Junction board or commission? 0 Yes 2 No If yes,please list name of board/commission and dates served. Board &Commission preference(s): Refer to the last page for a list of Boards&Commissions List your choices in order of preference euN � 3 1 t VGt1. et �. t`.8€ttc .U;t,Ck 2. 4. Education and Community Service Schools Attended Degree: Year Sitwr..) C-C- Vktr' L' 111r #rJ4Cr f,'1.ty Z. k A 01CX=2 Civic Activities-Service Organizations Office Held. 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G ii-7.v2rr1.1TN v l 7=7,3, -rAtX, c-"Dr`. 7-6 ?Liu c i my r6. 4S cN h -e Please state the reasons why you feel you are qualified to serve on a Board,Commission or Committee. /se4, Ci NnGZ-' jr bIC( ,'OQr, CieG U d Q-2,/C4�a�E- .J�s C,,26- 7p /fi,v r-(r c j 4,412i970u 4L1-11•- O 4-/ oh Ps P12-0/741•zi.A ,fl< iJ S"c-rtc,c .0v ' l2-2 : L rlE'e-r %`7cac�CiT�.c TikC,4,1 T I�tr %SYc r C,cJ,2,2 c-1.7T&Y A. d J J/d Applications are kept on file for two years During that time, your application will be considered when there is an opening for the Board or Commission for which you have applied. As a candidate to a City Board, Commission or Committee, your name, address and telephone number will be available to the media and the public. Occasionally requests are received from State and County legislators for recommendations of citizens to serve on State and County commissions. If the City Council recommends your name be submitted,you will be contacted before this action is taken Please notify the City Clerk's Office at(480)982-8002,option 5, if you move or no longer wish to be considered for appointment �. If you have a current resume and/or any certificates that may be applicable to your Board, Commission or Committee interest,please attach a copy to this application Mail or deliver your completed application to: City of Apache Junction,Attn: City Clerk, 300 E. Superstition Blvd,Apache Junction,AZ 85219 If appointed to a Board/Commission/Committee, I understand that one requirement is that I cannot be absent from the City.for over 3a ays at unless authonzed by the Mayor and Council. Applicant's Signat te. • Date Thank you for your interest in the City of Apache Junction. Reviewed by Date: Appointed by: Date Board or Commission appointed to: City of Apache Junction • 300 E Superstition Blvd • Apache Junctic74A W4219I • 'L Phone: (480) 982-8002 • Fax- (480) 982-7018 • www ajcity net Daniel "Dan" Quotia 1353 South Valley Drive Apache Junction, AZ. 85120 Mayor and Members of the City Council City of Apache Junction 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, AZ. 85219 Subject: Application for the SMCFD#1 Board of Directors Dear Mayor and Council Members, As a graduate of the Apache Junction Leadership Institute, I served as Director of the Superstition Mountain Community Facilities District No. 1 from 2001 to 2004 and as its Chairman from 2004 until my resignation in 2009 for health reasons. As a point of information, my health has regained to normal status and I have never felt better and I am ready to contribute to Apache Junction again. Thank you for your consideration. Respectfully, Daniel D. Austin Z S :E ' # c s i I i OZ Ok PPACM Jyn Ink ,,.� LJ ay of C1 2 ApacheJunction Home oI f the S tfpea:ctdtdon Mountains g Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Police Chief DATE- April 4, 2011 Agenda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Public Safety TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION ON CITY TOW POLICY SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 885 AND TOW ROTATION LIST PROTOCOL/POSSIBLE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) PROCESS. ACTION REQUESTED. Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND INFORMATION: During the May 3, 2010 Work Session, Chief Monahan presented to council the practical challenges with Ordinance No. 885, which was passed and adopted in 1994, establishing a rotation list process whereby tow businesses would be qualified to perform vehicle tows from public property on a rotational call-out basis This item will allow the council to review and discuss the city's current tow policy under Ordinance No 885, the current tow rotation list and requirements, and the possibility of securing future towing services through an RFP/bid/contract process. FISCAL IMPACT Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download D Towing Service Policies CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION TOWING SERVICE POLICIES ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 885 FEBRUARY 15, 1994 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 . Definitions Section 2 Information Section 3 Inspection Section 4 Compliance With Laws, Rules and Regulations Section 5 Identification Section 6 Equipment Section 7 Storage Facilities Section 8 Personnel Section 9 . . . . . . . Vehicle Storage Section 10 Availability Section 11 Response Section 12 Reporting Section 13 Licensing Section 14 . Residency Section 15 . . . . . . . . . . . Records Section 16 Site Cleanup Section 17 Cancellation of Tow Service Section 18 . . . . . Order of Rotation Section 19 Police Department Tows Section 20 Choice of Tow Section 21 . . . . . . Response Without Tow Section 22 . . . . Officer Authority Section 23 . . . Insurance Section 24 Indemnify and Hold Harmless Section 25 Criminal Record Section 26 Application Date Section 27 List Companies Section 28 Mandatory Meetings Section 29 . Amendments to these Policies 2 of 10 SECTION 1 DEFINITIONS 1 "Accident recovery work" means the towing or removal of a vehicle involved in an accident upon any highway or roadway and is damaged to the extent that an investigation by a law enforcement agency is required 2. "Administrative Code" means the Administrative Code of the State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Tow Trucks and as may hereafter be amended. 3. "Chief of Police" means the Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety for the City of Apache Junction. 4 "City" means the City of Apache Junction. 5 "Police Department" means the Apache Junction Police Department 6 "Reputation" means the professional performance work history and background of the tow service company owner, manager, and/or driver. 7 "Storage facility" means the storage facilities as referenced in these policies 8. "Tow truck" means a motor vehicle which is altered or designed for, and used in the business of towing vehicles by means of a flat bed or other specially designed truck that is equipped with a tow sling, tow bar, tow plate or wheel lift apparatus, attached to the rear of the truck; or a crane or hoist that is attached to the bed or frame of the tow truck. Wrecker, garage tow truck, and slide back or roll back car carriers are synonymous and shall be termed "Tow Truck." 9 "Towing service" means the transportation upon the public streets and highways of the City of Apache Junction and the State of Arizona of damaged, disabled, unattended or abandoned vehicles together with personal effects and/or cargo by tow trucks. Wrecker service, tow car service, and garage tow truck service are synonymous and shall be termed "'Towing Service." 10. "Wrecker Rotation List" means the City of Apache Junction Wrecker Rotation List. SECTION 2. INFORMATION The following rules, regulations and requirements shall govern the removal of wrecked vehicles from accident scenes, vehicles which constitute traffic hazards and vehicles that might be evidence of a crime or any other vehicle in accordance with any ordinance of the City. 3 of 10 It is understood that the person(s) involved in the accident(s) have the options of ( 1) utilizing the wrecker rotation list, (2) using the services of any other towing operator, or (3) using any other form of tow service, unless the Police Department believes that a hazardous situation or condition exists or may develop. All towing companies wishing to remain on the present wrecker rotation list shall complete the City of Apache Junction Police Department form entitled "Wrecker Rotation List Application." Any violation of any of the following rules, regulations or requirements shall be grounds for removal from the wrecker rotation list. Removal shall be at the discretion of the Chief of Police. SECTION 3. INSPECTION The Police Department shall have the right to inspect and investigate the performance, reputation, facilities and equipment of any company wishing to apply for or remain on the wrecker rotation list. If it is determined that the facilities, reputation or equipment does not meet acceptable standards, then the Police Department shall have the right to deny any application to be placed upon the rotation list or remove anyone which had previously been placed on said list. SECTION 4. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS All companies comprising the wrecker rotation list shall comply with all of the requirements of the laws of the State of Arizona; and all of the rules and regulations regarding tow truck operations promulgated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety under the Administrative Code of the State of Arizona, Department of Public Safety Tow Trucks and as may hereafter be amended; and all ordinances and regulations of the City of Apache Junction. SECTION 5. IDENTIFICATION All list companies shall have the company name painted in three-inch (3") minimum letters on the sides of all of their wreckers and shall display the Arizona Department of Public Safety inspection seal. Further, all wrecker drivers shall carry business cards in order that the Police Department may give said cards to the owner or driver of the towed vehicle. SECTION 6. EQUIPMENT All wreckers to be used by list companies shall be equipped with their proper implement of dollies, chains, slings, bumpers and other equipment necessary to prevent damage to towed vehicles. They must be equipped with brooms, shovels, sand and other necessary equipment to clean up accident scenes. All list wreckers shall have a two-way radio system with 24 hours dispatching. All list companies shall 4 of 10 have available the minimum of a medium duty wrecker and a lift or some type of rollback wrecker. All list companies shall keep, within the city limits, the equipment and wrecker required under these policies unless such equipment is undergoing repairs or has been called to a location outside the city. All wreckers used by list companies shall be in compliance with the specifications as found in the Administrative Code In the event a rotation list wrecker cannot complete a request due to inadequate equipment or driver lack of experience, the Police Department may contact any other available service to complete such request. SECTION 7. STORAGE FACILITIES Storage facilities shall be located within the city limits and meet all City zoning requirements Proof of compliance with City zoning requirements shall be accomplished by the company providing the Police Department with a written statement from the City Planning and Zoning Department indicating that their storage facilities do so comply. Such written statement shall be provided prior to any company being placed on the rotation list. Storage locations shall be on record with the Police Department Vehicles shall not be stored at any location other than the tow company's place of business or a lot owned or leased for use by the company The tow company shall provide a fenced storage area with a secure fence at least six feet (6') in height. Storage area shall be lit with at least one-half watt of electrical light for each square foot of storage area. The fenced storage area shall be locked when unattended. The list company shall be responsible for the safekeeping of vehicles towed and for items left in stored vehicles. SECTION 8. PERSONNEL All list companies shall have available sufficient qualified personnel for the operation of their wreckers and each driver shall have a current chauffeur's license issued by the State of Arizona. All drivers shall operate the wreckers in a safe and prudent manner and shall refrain from using profane and vulgar language in a public area while performing work as a list company. Further, drivers, owners or operators of list companies shall not solicit or suggest a repair facility to the owner or driver of a damaged vehicle Additionally, each driver shall wear a safety vest at anytime they are in a roadway, including when hooking up vehicles to be towed and when cleaning debris from the scene. All personnel shall meet the qualifications as set forth in the Administrative Code. All owners shall have a minimum of three (3) years experience in the operation of a towing service and all drivers shall have a minimum of three (3) years towing experience. References shall be given to the Police Department and information must be confirmed. A complete background check of all owners, managers, and employees shall be conducted by the Police Department. 5 of 10 A Tow Company Review Committee consisting of such persons or staff as may be designated by the Chief of Police pursuant to a general order and in a form that will create the least liability for the City, will review all information submitted and formulate a recommendation to the Chief of Police SECTION 9. VEHICLES STORAGE Vehicles shall be taken directly to the tow company's storage facility unless the wrecker driver is advised differently by the Police Department or the owner or driver of the vehicles. Vehicles shall not be removed from the initial storage yard for a period of ten (10) calendar days unless it is requested by the owner or authorized agent to be moved to another designated location. If after a period of ten (10) calendar days, instructions have not been received from an owner or authorized agent, the company may remove the vehicles to an alternate storage lot that also meets the aforementioned security requirements Such alternate storage lot, if any, shall be located within the city limits. If an alternate lot is utilized, this removal shall be at no charge. SECTION 10. AVAILABILITY All list companies shall have a person on the premises of their vehicle storage facility during normal business hours for the purpose of vehicle release or appraisal. "Normal business hours" are defined as 8 a m to 5 p m. except Saturdays, Sundays and the following holidays: New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday afterward and Christmas Day. At all other times, the company shall have a telephone number prominently posted on the storage location for after hour release of vehicles. List companies are required to provide towing services 24 hours a day and every calendar day of the year List companies shall not designate or send another tow company to substitute for them on their turn. List companies shall be prepared to respond or shall ask to be passed and be able to give a legitimate reason in writing as to why they were unable to respond to the call. SECTION 11. RESPONSE Upon receiving a request for towing service, the list company shall be responsible for dispatching their own truck. Response time from the time of receiving the request from the Police Department shall not be more than fifteen minutes (15') for arrival at the site designated by said request This response time does not give or imply any permission for any driver of a list company wrecker to violate any law or ordinance. In the event that a list wrecker is notified by a Police Department dispatcher to respond for tow service, and for some reason cannot do so, it shall be the responsibility of the tow company to notify the Police Department dispatcher within ten minutes (10') of their intention to "pass." 6 of 10 > If a list company passes on more than one rotation call per year, the Police Department may request, in writing, the reason for the passes to determine if they were made with just cause If it is found that the passes vvere made for unacceptable reasons, the Police Department may take action against the list company in violation in the form of removal from the Police Department's rotation list for up to ninety (90) consecutive days. If a list company is going to be unavailable to respond to a rotation call, that list company shall notify the Police Department of the dates and times it will be unavailable, as soon as possible. That list company shall also notify the Police Department upon its return to service. SECTION 12. REPORTING A list wrecker member shall not release any vehicle impounded by the Police Department without authorization from the Police Department In all cases of vehicle releases, the list company is solely responsible for determining that the vehicle is released to the owner or authorized agent SECTION 13. LICENSING List companies shall maintain current state and city licenses for the operation of its business within the City State licenses shall be those as required by the Administrative Code City licenses shall be those as required by the City Code. All list companies shall have been a licensed city business for a minimum of six months prior to being placed on the list SECTION 14. RESIDENCY The owners and/or manager of any company on the wrecker rotation list shall be a city resident. SECTION 15. RECORDS Each list company shall maintain a record for each vehicle towed pursuant to the rotation list which shall show the following: a Location of where the vehicle was picked up b. Location of where the vehicle was taken c. The date and t►me of the pick up d. The date and time of release e Make, model and year of the vehicle f License plate number and state of issue g Vehicle identification number 7 of 10 h. Name of individual that vehicle was released to SECTION 16. SITE CLEANUP The list company shall be responsible for the cleanup of the debris at the scene of accidents investigated by the Police Department and to which they have responded. SECTION 17. CANCELLATION OF TOW SERVICE After a list company has received a request for towing service, such a request may be cancelled at any time by the Police Department or the owner or the authorized agent of the owner of the vehicle requested to be towed, unless the Police Department believes that a hazardous situation or condition exists or may develop by the cancellation. If such request for cancellation is made prior to any portion of the wrecker's equipment being physically attached to the vehicle to be towed, then the list company shall not charge anyone for service If this request is made subsequent to any portion of the wrecker being physically attached to the vehicle to be towed, then the list company shall be allowed to charge for service even if for any reason said vehicle is not actually towed. SECTION 18. ORDER OF ROTATION When the Police Department or an owner or driver of a vehicle needs a wrecker and no preference is expressed by the owner or driver of a vehicle, the wrecker to be called will be the one at the top of the rotation list If a driver or owner requests a specific tow company to tow their vehicle, that tow company will be contacted, unless the officer believes that by honoring the request, the vehicle to be towed may contribute to a hazardous situation, or if the vehicle is to be held or impounded by the Police Department In any event, the requested tow company shall comply with the response time set forth for rotation companies. A specific request call will not be classed as a rotation list turn The cost for the specific request tow shall be billed directly to the driver or owner of the towed vehicle and shall not be a charge against the City. SECTION 19. POLICE DEPARTMENT TOWS In cases where a vehicle has been impounded by the Police Department and towed to the Police Department or City storage lot, a list wrecker shall be used. When a vehicle is subsequently released by the Police Department and needs to be towed to a storage facility, the original wrecker company will be utilized. This second tow will not be classed as a rotation list turn. 8 of 10 SECTION 20. CHOICE OF TOW If more than one vehicle is to be towed from the scene of the accident by list companies, the tow company on the top of the rotation list will be given the choice of tow. If a hazardous situation exists, the first tow company to arrive at the scene shall, at the Police Department's direction, remove any vehicle(s) constituting or contributing to the hazard. When the hazard has been eliminated, the tow company on the top of the rotation list will still retain first choice. Refusal of the tow will result in automatic elimination from the tow list. SECTION 21 . RESPONSE WITHOUT TOW All list companies may be returned to the top of the rotation list, at their request, if they respond for service and do not get to tow through no fault of their own. This request may be made to the Police Department communications supervisor via telephone. SECTION 22. OFFICER AUTHORITY Investigating officers in the field or their sergeants shall make all decisions in relation to towing of vehicles in accordance with the rotation list system. Arguments or heated discussions in the field will not be tolerated. If a list company wishes to protest any field decision, they may contact the Police Department Patrol Commander at police headquarters between the hours of 8 a m and 5 p m., Mondays through Fridays at 982-8260. SECTION 23. INSURANCE List companies shall procure and maintain while on the rotation list such public liability and property damage insurance, both general and automotive liability, as shall protect it and the City from all claims for bodily injury, including accidental death, as well as for property damage arising from operations pursuant to the rotation list whether such operations be by the list company or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by the list company The minimum coverage for bodily injury shall be not less than $1 ,000,000 and not less than $25,000 for property damage. The list companies shall also procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term that he is on the rotation list, fire, theft and vandalism coverage All of such policies shall name the City as an additional insured and all of such policies shall require the insurance company involved to notify the Police Department at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration or any cancellation of the required policies, and the list company must furnish the City with the certificate of insurance with respect to all such policies naming the City as an additional insured 9 of 10 SECTION 24. INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS List companies shall indemnify the City and hold it harmless against (1 ) any and all losses and liability for personal injury, death or property damage arising out of, or as a consequence of, any work performed under the rotation list; (2) any and all expenses related to claims or lawsuits resulting from the above, including court costs and attorney fees; and (3) any and all penalties and damages incurred by reason of the list company's failure to obtain any permit or license under, or comply with any applicable law, ordinance or regulation. SECTION 25. CRIMINAL RECORD Owners or operators of list companies or employees of list companies shall not have been convicted of any felony offense within the five-year period immediately prior to the date of being accepted as a list company by the Police Department. SECTION 26. APPLICATION DATE All list companies shall immediately give written notice to the Police Department at such time as any information contained in their Wrecker Rotation List Application changes. SECTION 27. LIST COMPANIES The Police Department shall maintain a wrecker rotation list which shall include the names of all tow service companies which meet all criteria established by these policies. SECTION 28. MANDATORY MEETINGS List companies shall be required to attend alternate quarterly meetings, comprised of list tow company operators, and authorized representatives of the Police Department. The schedule for such meetings shall be determined on an annual basis by the Police Department If any tow company operator misses two (2) consecutive meetings, that tow company will be removed from the list, if the absences are without just cause The purpose of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for both the Police Department and the tow operators to discuss any problems, and to make suggestions for corrections or improvements to specific problems which pertain to the total operation of the rotation system. SECTION 29. AMENDMENTS TO THESE POLICIES Any amendments to these policies shall be made by the Apache Junction City Council through a public hearing process as required by State law and City ordinance. 10 of 10 ______ �^• � �,,�ly of Apache Junction Home of the .Siiperctztron Mountains gPrzotI* g Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM• Jerald Monahan, Police Chief DATE. April 4, 2011 Agenda Type . Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Public Safety TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO 1374, AMENDING APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE, VOLUME I, CHAPTER 3, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE 3-14, PROPERTY DISPOSITION; REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES ACTION REQUESTED: Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION. At the December 15, 2010 Work Session, council sought to clarify the weapon disposal policy as adopted under Ordinance No. 1285 On January 18, 2011, council directed staff to incorporate desired policy changes to Ordinance No. 1285, to include 1) expanded authorization for the police chief to return weapons used in suicides to their lawful owners, 2) removal of blue book value confirmation; and 3) test-firing and ATF notification requirements FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: I\ RECOMMENDATION: Discussion only ATTACHMENTS: Click to download 0 Draft Ordinance No. 1374 DRAFT 3-22-11 ORDINANCE NO. 1374 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AMENDING APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE, VOLUME I, CHAPTER 3, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE 3-14, PROPERTY DISPOSITION, REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES . /'• WHEREAS, the City of Apache Junction Department of Public Safety/Police Department maintains a central repository for the purpose of receiving and retaining seized evidence, including but not limited to firearms and other weapons; and WHEREAS, on February 20, 2007, the City Council passed and adopted Ordinance No. 1285, which regulates firearm disposal within the City of Apache Junction, and WHEREAS, on January 3, 2011, in response to interpretation and practical application challenges involving the weapons policy under Ordinance No. 1285, the Mayor and City Council held a work session to discuss possible amendments to the policy; and WHEREAS, on January 18, 2011, the Mayor and City Council instructed City staff to amend the disposition policy for firearms seized by the Department of Public Safety; and WHEREAS, such direction included new language which expanded the Chief' s discretion on return of weapons used in suicides and the test firing of weapons that are scheduled for destruction; and WHEREAS, with these revisions, the City of Apache Junction acknowledges affirmation of the Second Amendment to the U. S . Constitution establishing an individual' s right to bear arms, as /0%, decided by the U.S. Supreme Court in District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U. S . 570 (2008) . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS : SECTION I IN GENERAL That the Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Chapter 3 Administration, Article 3-14, Property Disposition, is hereby amended as follows : ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 1 OF 4 ARTICLE 3-14 PROPERTY DISPOSITION A. DEFINITIONS "Administrative Procedures" shall be those regulations which the City creates relating to weapons disposition. "Historic Significance" shall mean some special or important past. "Licensed Dealers" shall mean those persons, firms, or other entities which hold current and valid governmental authorization to trade, sell or barter weapons . "Preservation Entity" shall mean any governmental or private agency, association, or organization that displays to the public for a fee or for free, weapons in their original condition or those that have been restored B. WEAPONS DISPOSITION All seized or appropriated weapons that are in the possession of the Apache Junction Police Department shall be: a) Returned to the lawful owner, if he or she is not a prohibited possessor as defined under A.R.S . § 13-3101 or otherwise has not been prohibited from possessing such weapon (s) pursuant to a plea agreement or court order b) Converted to use by members of the City of Apache Junction Police Department in performance of their duties, as determined by the Chief of Police. c) Transferred to other law enforcement agencies for official law enforcement purposes, as determined by the Chief of Police. d) Transferred or sold to appropriate museums or other preservation entities if such weapons have historical significance, as determined by an expert in antiquities and rare items employed by the State of Arizona or a private museum. e) Offered at auction to licensed weapon dealers . ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 2 OF 4 f) Destroyed or disposed of in a manner the Chief of Police believes is commercially viable and appropriate under the following circumstances : i) Firearms that have been illegally modified or are specifically illegal to possess under Arizona or federal law ii) Firearms that were used in the commission of a crime, or that were used in the commission of a suicide, following the conclusion of the investigation/prosecution and with appropriate release from the prosecutorial agency involved. Such discretion noted above includes return of such weapons to their lawful owners as determined by the Chief of Police in consultation with the City Attorney iii) Firearms whose serial numbers have been altered or defaced, except for handguns which were manufactured before 1938 and long rifles manufactured before 1968 . In such cases, the Chief of Police shall : 1) if they can be obtained, notify ATF; and 2) dispose of such weapons through an auction after having such firearms examined and valued by an expert as identified in subsection (d) above Such value shall be the opening bid price at any auction. g) Subject to test firing if in the opinion of the Criminal Investigation Division Commander, such test firing is viable, with such results then being entered into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network. C Administrative procedures for the auction of firearms shall be followed in accordance with Arizona law. D. Any funds collected as a result of City-initiated weapon auctions shall be placed in the City of Apache Junction General Fund and be specifically allocated to the Police Department budget. SECTION II REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING ORDINANCES All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance or any part of the codes adopted herein by reference are hereby repealed. ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 3 OF 4 ... SECTION III PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, sentence, phrase, clause or portion of this ordinance or any part of the codes or regulations 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 Amok remaining portions thereof. SECTION IV PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES Any violation of any of the provisions adopted herein shall be punishable as a Class 1 Misdemeanor consistent with Apache Junction City Code, Chapter 1, GENERAL, Article 1-8 PENALTY. 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 . JOHN S. INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J. STERN City Attorney ORDINANCE NO 1374 PAGE 4 OF 4 DRAFT 3-22-11 ORDINANCE NO. 1374 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AMENDING APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE, VOLUME I, CHAPTER 3, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE 3-14, PROPERTY DISPOSITION, REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES . ^ WHEREAS, the City of Apache Junction Department of Public Safety/Police Department maintains a central repository for the purpose of receiving and retaining seized evidence, including but not limited to firearms and other weapons; and WHEREAS, on February 20, 2007, the City Council passed and adopted Ordinance No. 1285, which regulates firearm disposal within the City of Apache Junction; and WHEREAS, on January 3, 2011, in response to interpretation and practical application challenges involving the weapons policy under Ordinance No. 1285, the Mayor and City Council held a work session to discuss possible amendments to the policy; and WHEREAS, on January 18, 2011, the Mayor and City Council instructed City staff to amend the disposition policy for firearms seized by the Department of Public Safety; and WHEREAS, such direction included new language which expanded the Chief' s discretion on return of weapons used in suicides and the test firing of weapons that are scheduled for destruction; and WHEREAS, with these revisions, the City of Apache Junction acknowledges affirmation of the Second Amendment to the U. S. Constitution establishing an individual' s right to bear arms, as decided by the U. S. Supreme Court in District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U. S. 570 (2008) . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I IN GENERAL That the Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Chapter 3 Administration, Article 3-14, Property Disposition, is hereby amended as follows : ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 1 OF 5 ARTICLE 3-14 PROPERTY DISPOSITION A. DEFINITIONS "Administrative Procedures" shall be those regulations which the City creates relating to weapons disposition. "Historic Significance" shall mean some special or important past. "Licensed Dealers" shall mean those persons, firms, or other entities which hold current and valid governmental authorization to trade, sell or barter weapons . "Preservation Entity" shall mean any governmental or private agency, association, or organization that displays to the public for a fee or for free, weapons in their original condition or those that have been restored. B. WEAPONS DISPOSITION All seized or appropriated weapons that are in the possession of the Apache Junction Police Department shall be: a) Returned to the lawful owner, if he or she is not a prohibited possessor as defined under A.R. S. § 13-3101 or otherwise has not been prohibited from possessing such weapon (s) pursuant to a plea agreement or court order. b) Converted to use by members of the City of Apache Junction Police Department in performance of their duties, as determined by the Chief of Police. c) Transferred to other law enforcement agencies for official law enforcement purposes, as determined by the Chief of Police. d) Transferred or sold to appropriate museums or other preservation entities if such weapons have historical significance, as determined by an expert in antiquities and rare items employed by the State of Arizona or a private museum e) Offered at auction to licensed weapon dealers; if thc weapon is a fire rm and it is valucd at Onc Hundred Dollars ($100) or morc, such valuation shall be confirmcd by thc ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 2 OF 5 "Blue Book of Cun Values" by S . P. Fjestad, or equivalent authority. c) f) However, thc following firearms shall be 4Destroyed or disposed of in a manner the Chief of Police believes is commercially viable and appropriate under the following circumstances. i) Firearms that have been illegally modified or are specifically illegal to possess under Arizona or federal law. ii) Firearms that were used in the commission of a crime, including suicide or that were used in the commission of a suicide, following the conclusion of the investigation/prosecution and with appropriate release from the prosecutorial agency involved Such discretion noted above includes return of such weapons to their lawful owners as determined by the Chief of Police in consultation with the City Attorney. iii) Firearms confiscated from a convicted criminal, whether or not thc fir arm was used in thc commission of a crimc i iii) Firearms whose serial numbers have been altered or defaced, except for handguns which were manufactured before 1938 and long rifles manufactured before 1968—. +In which such cases, the Chief of Police shall . 1) if they can be obtained, notify ATF, and 2) —dispose of such weapons through an auction after having such firearms examined and valued by an expert as identified in subsection (d) above. Such value shall be the opening bid price at any auction. g) Subject to test firing if in the opinion of the Criminal Investigation Division Commander, such test firing is viable, with such results then being entered into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network C. Administrative procedures for the auction of firearms shall be followed in accordance with Arizona law. D. Ill weapons not otherwise disposed of by the preceding methods shall be destroyed in a manner the Chief of Police believes is commercially viable . ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 3 OF 5 /N —Any funds collected as a result of City-initiated weapon auctions shall be placed in the City of Apache Junction General Fund and be specifically allocated to the Police Department budget. SECTION II REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING ORDINANCES All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance or any part of the codes adopted /mS herein by reference are hereby repealed. SECTION III PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, sentence, phrase, clause or portion of this ordinance or any part of the codes or regulations 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. SECTION IV PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES Any violation of any of the provisions adopted herein shall be punishable as a Class 1 Misdemeanor consistent with Apache Junction City Code, Chapter 1, GENERAL, Article 1-8 PENALTY. 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. eIN JOHN S . INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 4 OF 5 APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J. STERN City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 1374 PAGE 5 OF 5 O� &CN GZ �► .r 9.4 c�Zyy o f Apache junction U' 2 Home of the Superstition ,l iountarns g Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Jerald Monahan, Police Chief DATE April 4, 2011 agenda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area Public Safety TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED 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 Presentation and Discussion 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. By entering into this agreement, the city agrees to recommend and commit police department staff for participation in task force activities. This IGA will benefit the city by focusing proactive vehicle theft enforcement and deterrence efforts in Apache Junction. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgetary Approval Not Required OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS. Click to download ❑ Resolution No 11-11 0 Intergovernmental Agreement THERE IS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS ITEM IN THE REGULAR MEETING SECTION UNDER ITEM p..ACHE de, Aft. �.. y/ GO of Apache Juncuon U' Home of the .Supe;:stitzon Alountains Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Bryant Powell, Assistant City Manager DATE. April 4, 2011 Agenda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: Community Development TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON QUARTERLY UPDATE ON DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY. ACTION REQUESTED- Presentation and Discussion DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Downtown Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy adopted by the city council with the approval of Resolution No 10-34 recommends specific goals and strategies geared toward fostering revitalization in the downtown The Resolution requires staff to provide a quarterly update to the mayor and city council on the status of the items in the work plan, and any suggested staff modifications thereto This item is identified in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 City Council Work Plan FISCAL IMPACT: A"()PTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available *pACH ✓ — �► G °� �nr City of Apache Junci:on Houle of'the .Supei:ltttroti Mountains�uot4* Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: Councilmember Robin Barker DATE: April 4, 2011 Agenda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area: TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON THE CITY'S CURRENT METHOD OF SOLID WASTE TRASH DELIVERY AND RECYCLING. ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND INFORMATION: FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available ______ Jity o Apache' junaton U' Home of the .S uper:ctttron Mountains ountains orzoto" g Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM• Councilmember Jeff Serdy DATE: April 4, 2011 4genda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area- TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON SIGNAGE TO HISTORICAL SITES AND MONUMENTS WITHIN THE CITY IN RECOGNITION OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA'S CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Representatives from Dons of Arizona will present on their desire to see signage or markers to historical sites and monuments throughout the city in recognition of the State of Arizona's centennial celebration. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: "'RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available 1%"CHf a0 a 3 ofApache junction lu z Home of the .Super:ititiovz Mountains 4Pizoty" 8 Print TO: City Manager's Office FROM: R. Joel Stern, City Attorney DATE April 4, 2011 '1114'4genda Type : Work Session Agenda Council Priority Focus Area. TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION WITH STAFF REGARDING ORDINANCE NO. 1361, ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND STORAGE SHEDS. ACTION REQUESTED: DISCUSSION/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION: presentation on discussion with staff regarding Ord. No. 1361 Accessory Buildings and Storage Sheds. FISCAL IMPACT: OPTIONS/ALTERNATIVES: iECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download No Attachments Available