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A. CALL TO ORDER * AGENDA AMENDED 01/02/2020 AT 3:00 P.M.
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 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. 19-606 Consideration of acceptance of agenda.
Sponsors: Jennifer Pena
2. 19-607 Consideration of approval of minutes of the regular meeting of
December 17, 2019.
Sponsors: Jennifer Pena
Attachments: City Council Minutes 12-17-2019
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.
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.
3. 19-608 Announcement of current events from mayor and councilmembers.
Sponsors: Jeff Serdy
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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.
4. 19-609 City Manager's Report.
Sponsors: Bryant Powell
5. 19-587 Introduction of and discussion with Pinal County Constable Ted
Gremmel.
Sponsors: Bryant Powell
6. 19-588 Introduction of and discussion with Pinal County Justice of the Peace,
Honorable Douglas Coleman.
Sponsors: Bryant Powell
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 unless additional time is granted by
the mayor. This time limitation shall not apply to applicants and their agents appearing before the council.
7. 19-580 Consideration of application for a series 12 liquor license for applicant
Jeffrey Craig Miller, for AJs Sports Grill located at 725 W. Apache Trail,
Suite#2A, Apache Junction, AZ. 85120. The next step in this process
is for the council to hold a public hearing on the application and make a
recommendation for approval or denial to be forwarded to the Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.
Attachments: Memorandum for City Council-AJs Sports Grill
AJs Sports Grill-Liquor License Application- Redacted
AJPD- Recommendation
Building &Safety-Recommendation
SFMD-Recommendation
Planning&Zoning-Recommendation
I. 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.
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.
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8. 19-617 * Presentation, discussion and consideration on proposed
construction agreement with DBA Construction for infrastructure
improvements to the Grand View neighborhood in an amount of
$536,791.50, allowing for a contingency of 5% for a project amount not
to exceed $563,631.08. This work is partially funded by the city's Fiscal
Year 2018 State Special Project application and the Fiscal Year 2019
Community Development Block Grant Regional Account allocation as
requested by city council under Resolution Nos. 18-07 and 19-05
respectively.
Sponsors. Raquel Schatz
Attachments: Council Memo
Construction Agreement
Presentation
9. 19-620 Presentation and discussion on consideration of award of contract to
Viasun Corporation in the amount of$151,711.00 for the lining of
Delaware Drive ditch at Palm Wash.
Sponsors: Shane Kiesow
Attachments: Memo
PWC2019-59 Viasun Agreement- Delaware Drive
10. 19-619 Presentation and discussion of the proposed 2020 General Plan.
Sponsors: Larry Kirch and Sidney Urias
Attachments: Apache Junction GPU 2020 12172019 PRINT
K. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF
This item allows the mayor and city council to direct staff on specifically listed matters.
11. 19-564 Council direction to staff on amending the zoning regulations to allow
cargo containers in zoning districts other than RS-GR and/or lots
smaller than 1.25 acres.
Sponsors: Larry Kirch
Attachments: Presentation
L. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES, TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND PURPOSES
12. 19-610 Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at 7:00 P.M. for
Monday, January 20, 2020 is cancelled in honor of Civil Rights Day.
Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at 7:00 P.M. for
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 in the city council conference room and
city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard,
Apache Junction, Arizona, respectively; and other meetings if
necessary.
Sponsors: Bryant Powell
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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.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 on any of the items listed above may be obtained from
the City Clerk's office located at 300 E Superstition Blvd,Apache Junction,AZ 85119, Monday through
Thursday from 7:00a-6:00p, excluding holidays.
The City of Apache Junction invites and welcomes people of all abilities to use our programs, sites and
facilities. Specific requests may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office at(480)474-2617
or TDD(480) 983-0095.
The Apache Junction City Council may vote to go into Executive Session for legal advice on any item
listed on this agenda pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3);this notice is given pursuant to A.R.S. §
38-431.02 to the members of the City Council and the public.
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Sponsor: Jennifer Pena Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Consideration of acceptance of agenda.
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Agenda Item No.2.
PizoNr File ID: 19-607
Sponsor: Jennifer Pena Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Consideration of approval of minutes of the regular meeting of December 17, 2019.
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Tuesday, December 17,2019 7:00 PM City Council Chambers
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Serdy called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Wilson gave the invocation and Councilmember Schroeder led the meeting attendees
in the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: 6- Mayor Serdy
Vice Mayor Wilson
Councilmember Barker
Councilmember Evans
Councilmember Schroeder
Councilmember Struble
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
Staff in Attendance:
Bryant Powell, City Manager
Matt Busby,Assistant City Manager
Anna McCray,Assistant to City Manager
Joel Stern, City Attorney
Jennifer Pena, City Clerk
Thomas Kelly, Police Chief
Al Bravo, Public Information Officer
Larry Kirch, Development Services Director
Liz Langenbach, Parks& Recreation Director
Maureen Fredrickson, Office Support Specialist
D. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Councilmember Vice Mayor Wilson to approve the
Consent Agenda.
1. 19-589 Consideration of acceptance of agenda.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
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Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
2. 19-590 Consideration of approval of minutes of the regular meeting of December 3,
2019.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
E. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRENT EVENTS
3. 19-591 Announcement of current events from mayor and councilmembers.
Councilmember Struble highlighted the annual holiday parade and festival stating it was a great
event and the rain held off for most of the day.
He announced the AJ Kids Idol will be held January 26, 2020 at Mountain View Luthern Church
at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are available.
He announced the second annual Prayer Walk will be held January 11, 2020 and afterward
there will be a gathering at Flatiron Park. Information can be found on Facebook. He wished
everyone a Merry Christmas and blessed New Year.
Vice Mayor Wilson commented on the holiday parade; noting one of the horses in the parade
was one that was rescued here in the community and thought by many would not survive. He
was proud of the community's outreach efforts in saving animals.
Councilmember Barker announced she attended the Greater Phoenix Economic Council
meeting and heard that 2020 will be a great economic year.
Mayor Serdy spoke on the tree lighting and holiday parade. He commented on the ADOT
meeting held earlier that morning. The road to Fish Creek Hill will be open from both sides in
about 6 months, but Fish Creek Hill will not be reopened for a very long time.
G. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
4. 19-592 City Manager's Report.
City Manager Bryant Powell announced the Citizen Leadership Institute will be starting soon and
invited residents to sign up for the program. It consists of eight sessions from January through
April.
He announced the bike lane on north Ironwood from Lost Dutchman heading north is now open
to McKellips.
The State of the City will be held February 12, 2020 at the Apache Junction High School
Performing Arts Center. a reception and networking event will start at 6:30 p.m. and the
program begins at 7:00 p.m.
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Installation of five Wayfinding signs around the down town area has been completed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. 19-599 Presentation, discussion, public hearing and consideration of proposed
Ordinance No. 1486, case PZ-6-19, a rezoning request by Better Choice
Homes, represented by Dennis Roberts of Atwell Group, from general rural
low density single-family detached residential (RS-GR)to high density
multiple-family residential by planned development (RM-1/PD).
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Councilmember Barker that Ordinance No. 1486, be
read by title only and the reading of the entire ordinance be waived.
The motion passed 6-0 to read Ordinance No. 1486 by title only.
City Clerk Jennifer Pena read Ordinance No. 1486 by title only.
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Councilmember Barker that Ordinance No. 1486,as
read by the city clerk, be approved.
Vice Mayor Wilson stated before he votes, he would like the record to reflect the city and council
follow the General Plan and noted that high density development is not part of the city expansion
north of Tepee.
Yes: 4- Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember Evans and
Councilmember Struble
No: 2- Mayor Serdy and Councilmember Schroeder
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
Mayor Serdy requested Sidney Urias from Development Services provide a staff update.
Sr. Planner Sidney Urias provided a presentation on rezoning case PZ-6-19, a request by Better
Choice Homes for the development known as Coyote Crossing.
Comments from Council expressed concern over two lots located in the cul-de-sac which were
extremely small lots with almost no yard.
Mr. Urias stated the city has not received any comments from the neighbors. He stated the
planning commission actually recommended denial even though the setbacks are the same as
what has been approved for the Lennar build.
Mayor Serdy asked the applicant if they would like to comment on the project.
Mr. Chris Young with Better Choice Homes responded to questions from Council stating the
average price for the homes will be around $240,000 and the two smaller lots mentioned earlier
do not have room to increase the setbacks due to drainage and retention areas.
Mayor Serdy opened the public hearing.
Eric Bridges, 330 W. Smoketree Street stated some of his neighbors joined him tonight and
wanted to express concerns over the zoning change.
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The original zoning was rural, and they bought their homes in this area specifically because of
the zoning which allowed for horses and other animals. Changing the zoning to a high density
housing area raises red flags with them. They appreciate the city limiting the zoning changes
north of this area, but once the precedent is set to rezone it is hard to step back. Residents that
move into these "neighborhoods" start to have issues with the dusty environment and smells of
livestock and manure. He stated there are other parcels in the area already zoned for high
density.
They would like the city to reject any further rezoning requests which increase the density in a
rural zoned area and the city officially establish Tepee Street as the northern boundary for high
density housing projects.
Mayor Serdy closed the public hearing. He stated he appreciated one spokesperson for the 7
other individuals that showed up to speak on this item.
Councilmember Barker wanted to share that the General Plan does designate everything north
of Tepee to be rural and while the General Plan is not cast in stone, it is the Council's desire to
retain the rural areas.
6. 19-598 Presentation, discussion, public hearing and consideration of proposed
Resolution No. 19-35, case SD-1-19, requested by Better Choice Homes,
represented by Dennis Roberts of Atwell Group, proposing a preliminary
subdivision plat of a vacant 2.5 acre property located near the southwest
corner of Tepee Street and Idaho Road for a 12 lot single-family home
subdivision to be called Coyote Crossing.
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Councilmember Evans to approve Resolution No.
19-35 approving the preliminary subdivision plat for case SD-1-19 Coyote Crossing be approved.
Councilmember Evans stated she is voting yes but understands the value and importance of open
space. It is also important to include others that do not want acreage. It is a community of
people with different needs.
Yes: 5- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans and Councilmember Struble
No: 1 - Councilmember Schroeder
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
Sr. Planner Sidney Urias stated the Resolution is for the same project. The resolution would
approve the preliminary subdivision plat for Coyote Crossing subdivision.
Mayor Serdy opened the public hearing, receiving no comments, Mayor Serdy closed the public
hearing.
7. 19-604 Presentation, discussion, public hearing and consideration of Resolution No.
19-36, declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the city
clerk entitled "2019 Amendments to Apache Junction City Code, Volume 1,
Chapter 4: Fees, Article 4-4: Development Services Fees, §4-4-1 Building
Permit Fees, §4-4-2 Grading Permit Fees, and §4-4-3 Planning, Subdivision
and Zoning Fees"; repealing any conflicting provisions; providing for
severability; and establishing an effective date and a revolving sixty month
review period.
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Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Councilmember Evans that Resolution No. 19-36,
declaring as a public record that certain document filed with the city clerk entitled"2019
Amendments to Apache Junction City Code,Volume 1,Chapter 4: Fees, Article 4-4: Development
Services Fees,§4-4-1 Building Permit Fees,§4-4-2 Grading Permit Fees,and§4-4-3 Planning,
Subdivision And Zoning Fees"; repealing any conflicting provisions; providing for severability;
and establishing an effective date and a revolving sixty month review period be approved.
Yes: 5- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans and Councilmember Schroeder
No: 1 - Councilmember Struble
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
Larry Kirch, Director of Development Services stated items 7 and 8 are related to each other.
They are related to fees they published approximately 75 days ago. In order to change Chapter
4 of the City Code, which relates to fees, it is required to post the change in fees for 60 days on
the City website. Staff is bringing back the resolution, which will adopt the City Code changes by
reference, and the ordinance is the full version of changes to the City Code. These fees are
related to four different items; fees for Public Art, changes to the collection of legal
advertisement fees for planning and zoning cases, this proposes a flat fee structure and then
minor clean up items. Mr. Kirch presented the slideshow just to reiterate where the fees were
changed and the details related to those fees. When dealing with rezoning, the text which
changes code must be published in full, it cannot be adopted by reference as done by a
resolution.
Mayor Serdy opened the public hearings for both items, 7 and 8, receiving no comments, he
closed the public hearings.
8. 19-600 Presentation, discussion, public hearing and consideration of proposed
Ordinance 1482, amending Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Chapter 4:
Fees; adopting by reference that certain document entitled, "2019
Amendments to Apache Junction City Code, Volume 1, Chapter 4: Fees,
Article 4-4: Development Services Fees; §4-4-1 Building Permit Fees, §4-4-2
Grading Permit Fees, and §4-4-3 Planning, Subdivision and Zoning Fees;
repealing any conflicting provisions; providing for severability; and establishing
an effective date and a revolving sixty month review period.
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Councilmember Barker that Ordinance No.1482,
amending Apache Junction City Code,Volume I, Chapter 4: Fees, be read by title only and the
reading of the entire ordinance be waived.
The motion passed 6-0 to read the Ordinance by title only.
The city clerk read the ordinance by title only.
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Councilmember Barker that Ordinance No. 1482,as
read by the city clerk, be approved.
Yes: 5- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans and Councilmember Schroeder
No: 1 - Councilmember Struble
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
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9. 19-601 Presentation, discussion, public hearing and consideration of proposed
Ordinance No. 1485, amending Apache Junction City Code, Volume I,
Chapter 7: Buildings, Article 7-1: Division Of Building Safety and
Administrative Code, Section 7-1-11 Construction Standards for Manufactured
Home, Mobile Home, Park Model, and Recreational Vehicle Standards;
repealing any conflicting provisions; providing for severability; and providing for
penalties.
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson to continue the item, Ordinance
No. 1485,to March 3,2020.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
City Attorney Joel Stern requested a moment to update the council on recent events related to
this item.
He stated within the last week he received a letter from an attorney who represents the
manufactured housing industry and today received an email from another attorney who
represents several mobile home parks. There are objections to some of the language within
this ordinance and in an ordinance passed in June. They are requesting this item be continued
so staff can meet with the attorneys and industry representatives as to what language would be
acceptable.
Larry Kirch, Development Services Director reviewed the changes staff was proposing.
Mayor Serdy opened the public hearing.
Bradley Scott, Attorney with the law office of BFSO, 4343 E Camelback Rd. Ste 210, Phoenix
AZ. He represents Charley Keif who owns a few RV parks here in Apache Junction. He stated
that the changes being considered are cost prohibitive for his client. If the changes being
recommended were approved it would put his client out of business. He stated his office was
hired that afternoon and they are still reviewing the proposed changes. He referenced an
ordinance adopted over the summer. One of the requirements limits replacement of
manufactured homes to no more than 10 years old. This new ordinance limits replacement of
park models, which did not have replacement restrictions in the summer's ordinance. This new
restriction will have severe consequences on the parks, let alone his client. He is asking city
council to continue the hearing to allow staff and stakeholders to meet and work out some of the
issues.
Melissa Parham, Attorney with the law office of Williams, Zinman & Parham, located at 7701 E
Indian School Rd., Scottsdale AZ, stated her firm represents manufactured housing
communities in Arizona. She stated the June 20, 2019 ordinance greatly restricted mobile
home parks abilities to replace units. She highlighted recent articles on the housing market in
the Phoenix metro area and how affordable housing is a severe issue in this area.
Manufactured homes and mobile home parks are an alternative for lower income individuals.
The restrictions the June ordinance causes also has some legal matters they would like to
address with staff. There were 11 persons standing in the audience as members of the parties
Ms. Parham represented.
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I. OLD BUSINESS
10. 19-586 Presentation, discussion and consideration of whether to terminate the 1992
agreements between the city and the "self-policing" parks which include
Sunrise RV Park, Countryside RV Park, Golden Sun RV Park, Lost Dutchman
RV Park and Rock Shadows RV Park pursuant to paragraph 11 of the said
agreements.
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson that the 1992 agreements
between the city and the"self-policing " parks which include: Sunrise RV Park,Countryside RV
Park,Golden Sun RV Park, Lost Dutchman RV Park And Rock Shadows RV Park pursuant to
paragraph 11 of the said agreements be terminated.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
Rudy Esquivias, Planning Manager&Zoning Administrator provided council with the history of
the agreement as he had done so in September and October. The self-policing agreement was
not being enforced and as the parks have changed hands over the years are not monitoring the
additions or structural changes to the models in their parks. He asked council to consider
revoking the agreement to allow the city to have permitting and inspection authority as a health
and safety matter.
J. NEW BUSINESS
11. 19-573 Presentation, discussion and consideration of proposed Resolution No. 19-32,
authorizing the City of Apache Junction's Police Department(AJPD)to enter
into an intergovernmental agreement with Department of Public Safety (DPS)
for one (1)AZ P.O.S.T. certified sworn AJPD personnel to assist DPS with
the Gang & Immigration Intelligence Team Enforcement Mission State Gang
Task Force.
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson that Resolution No. 19-32,
authorizing the City of Apache Junction's Police Department to enter into an Intergovernmental
Agreement with the Department of Public Safety for gang&immigration intelligence team
enforcement mission,state gang task force be approved.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
12. 19-605 Presentation, discussion and consideration of proposed Resolution No. 19-33,
authorizing the City of Apache Junction's Police Department to enter into an
intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Gilbert for the donation of taser
equipment in exchange for use of the city's firearms range.
Councilmember Evans moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson that Resolution No. 19-33,
authorizing the City Of Apache Junction's Police Department to enter into an Intergovernmental
Agreement with the Town of Gilbert for the donation of taser equipment in exchange for use of
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the city's firearms range be approved.
13. 19-597 Presentation, discussion and consideration of proposed Resolution No. 19-34,
authorizing the City of Apache Junction's Police Department to enter into an
intergovernmental agreement with Arizona Department of Transportation for
connectivity of electronic crash records database ("AzTraCS").
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson that Resolution No. 19-34,
authorizing the City Of Apache Junction's Police Department to enter into an Intergovernmental
Agreement with Arizona Department of Transportation for connectivity of electronic crash records
database"AZtracs" be approved.
K. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF
L. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES, TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND PURPOSES
14. 19-593 Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at 7:00 P.M. for Monday,
January 6, 2020 and Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at
7:00 P.M. for Tuesday, January 7, 2020 in the city council conference room
and city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard, Apache
Junction, Arizona, respectively; and other meetings if necessary.
Councilmember Barker moved,seconded by Vice Mayor Wilson that an executive session at 6:00
p.m.and work session at 7:00 p.m.for Monday,January 6,2020 and an executive session at 6:00
p.m.and work session at 7:00 p.m.for Tuesday,January 7,2020 be held in the city council
conference room and city council chambers located at 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache
Junction,Arizona, respectively; and other meetings if necessary.
Yes: 6- Mayor Serdy, Vice Mayor Wilson, Councilmember Barker, Councilmember
Evans, Councilmember Schroeder and Councilmember Struble
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Councilmember Rizzi
M. CALL TO PUBLIC
Terry Reynolds, 1121 S. Lawther Dr. Apache Junction AZ stated at the September 23rd city
council meeting a contract was awarded to Regional Pavements for the slurry seal of Apache
Villa and Ironwood Cove subdivisions. A flyer went out notifying that affected residents and
indicated that between November 11th and November 26th which streets would be affected.
His street, Lawther Drive was scheduled to be worked on the date of the 11th and 12th. The
eastside of Lawther Dr. was done on the 11th and the westside of Lawther Dr. was done on the
12th except for the eastside of Lawther Dr. between 10th Street on the North and 13th Street on
the south side was never done. Last week all the barrier cones and construction signs were
removed for the project and it appears there will be no more slurry seal done on the remaining
areas of Lawther Dr. or the other untouched areas within the contracted area. There also
seems to have been adequate time and weather that would have permitted completion of this
project and nothing has been done. In his opinion staff needs to take a more proactive approach
in monitoring contracts that are awarded, inspections and verification of the work performed to
ensure the contract was completed in its entirety and per contract terms anything less is a
failure by this Administration to perform at its best for the citizens of Apache Junction.
George Schroeder, 244 W. Virginia St., Apache Junction AZ, commented on the lack of
maintenance work performed on his street. The city still has drug addicts, dealers and gangs in
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the city that need help. There is a health and safety issue related to the property located at 2525
W. Virginia St. The property needs to be condemned.
Mayor Serdy asked Staff to provide an update/report on the completion of the construction
project mentioned.
Councilmember Schroeder requested staff visit Virginia Street and report back on its conditions.
N. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Serdy adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.
ACCEPTED THIS DAY OF 12020, BY THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA.
SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS DAY OF 2020.
JEFF SERDY
Mayor
ATTEST:
JENNIFER PENA
City Clerk
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 17th day
of December, 2019. 1 further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a
quorum was present.
Dated this day of 12020.
JENNIFER PENA
City Clerk
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Sponsor: Jeff Serdy Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
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Announcement of current events from mayor and councilmembers.
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Piz File ID: 19-609
Sponsor: Bryant Powell Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
City Manager's Report.
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Piz File ID: 19-587
Sponsor: Bryant Powell Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
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Introduction of and discussion with Pinal County Constable Ted Gremmel.
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Piz File ID: 19-588
Sponsor: Bryant Powell Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
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Introduction of and discussion with Pinal County Justice of the Peace, Honorable Douglas
Coleman.
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Sponsor: Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Consideration of application for a series 12 liquor license for applicant Jeffrey Craig Miller, for
AJs Sports Grill located at 725 W. Apache Trail, Suite#2A, Apache Junction, AZ. 85120. The
next step in this process is for the council to hold a public hearing on the application and make
a recommendation for approval or denial to be forwarded to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses and Control.
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MEMORANDUM TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
THROUGH: BRYANT POWELL, CITY MANAGER
JENNIFER PENA, CITY CLERK
FROM: MAUREEN FREDRICKSON, OFFICE SUPPORT
SPECIALIST
SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 12 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR
JEFFREY CRAIG MILLER FOR AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC.
An application for a Series 12 liquor license has been submitted by Jeffrey Craig Miller
of AJs Sports Grill LLC. located at 725 W. Apache Trail, Suite #2A, Apache Junction,
Arizona.
Correspondence related to inspections of the premises for safety and code compliant
matters have been received from the Apache Junction Police Department, Building and
Safety Division, Planning and Zoning Department, Apache Junction Police Department,
and the Superstition Fire and Medical District.
1 . These entities find compliance with the inspection requirements.
2. The City Council will hold a public hearing on the matter. The applicant was
notified by mail of the meeting and requested to attend to address any questions
the council may have.
3. The City Council will then make a recommendation of approval or denial to the
Arizona State Liquor Licenses and Control regarding the application.
RECEIVED
CITY C!- ^V !-'E =;. State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control
2019 NOV 12 PM 3: 25
,.i TY OF APACNE JUNCTION
Created 11/01/2019 @ 11:31:50 AM °Gl%
Local Governing Body Report
LICENSE
Number: Type: 012 RESTAURANT
Name: AJS SPORTS GRILL
State: Pending
Issue Date: Expiration Date:
Original Issue Date:
Location: 725 W APACNE TRAIL
#2A
APACNE JUNCTION,AZ 85120
USA
Mailing Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (000)000-0000
Alt.Phone: (480)730-2675
Email: MIRANDA@AZLIC.COM
AGENT
Name: JEFFREY CRAIG MILLER
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (480)730-2675
Alt.Phone:
Email: CRAIGMILLER@AZLIC.COM
OWNER
Name: AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC
Contact Name: JEFFREY CRAIG MILLER
Type: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
AZ CC File Number: 23025882 State of Incorporation: AZ
Incorporation Date: 10/16/2019
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (480)730-2675
Alt.Phone:
Email: MIRANDA@AZLIC.COM
Officers/Stockholders
Page 1 of 4
Name: Title: %Interest:
JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY Manager/Member 25.00
DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE Manager/Member 25.00
TIFFANY TRIANA Manager/Member 25.00
SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA Manager/Member 25.00
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: TIFFANY TRIANA
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)402-3025
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)703-0602
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
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MANAGERS
Name: DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
Name: JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
Name: TIFFANY TRIANA
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)402-3025
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
Name: SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)703-0602
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application Number: 81772
Application Type: New Application
Created Date: 11/01/2019
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
012 Restaurant
1) If you intend to operate the business while your application is pending you will need an interim
permit pursuant to A.R.S.§4-203.01.Would you like to apply for an Interim Permit?
If yes,after completing this application,please go back to your Licensing screen,under New License
Application choose"Interim Permit"from the drop-down window.
Yes
2) Have you submitted a questionnaire?Each person listed must submit a questionnaire and mail in a
fingerprint card along with a$22.processing fee per card.
Yes
5) Are you a tenant?(A person who holds the lease of a property;a lessee)
Yes
A Document of type LEASE is required.
6) Is there a penalty if lease is not fulfilled?
Yes
What is the penalty?
STILL OWE LEASE TERM
7) Are you a sub-tenant?(A person who holds a lease which was given to another person(tenant)for all
or part of a property)
No
8) Are you the owner?
No
9) Are you a purchaser?
No
10) Are you a management company?
No
11) Is the Business located within the incorporated limits of the city or town of which it is located?
Yes
12) What is the total money borrowed for the business not including the lease?
Please list lenders/people owed money for the business.
0
13) Have you provided a diagram of your premises?
Yes
14) Is there a drive through window on the premises?
No
15) If there is a patio please indicate contiguous or non-contiguous within 30 feet.
CONTIGUOUS
16) Is your licensed premises now closed due to construction,renovation or redesign or rebuild?
No
17) Have you provided a Restaurant Operation Plan form?
Yes
18) Have you provided a Records Required for Audit form?
Yes
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State of Arizona
Department of Liquor Licenses and Control
Created 11/01/2019 @ 11:53:37 AM
Local Governing Body Report
LICENSE
Number: INP110008749 Type: INP INTERIM PERMIT
Name: AJS SPORTS GRILL
State: Active
Issue Date: 11/01/2019 Expiration Date: 02/14/2020
Original Issue Date: 11/01/2019
Location: 725 W APACHE TRAIL
#2A
APACHE JUNCTION,AZ 85120
USA
Mailing Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (000)000-0000
Alt.Phone: (480)730-2675
Email: MIRANDA aCAZLIC.COM
AGENT
Name: JEFFREY CRAIG MILLER
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (480)730-2675
Alt.Phone:
Email: CRAIGMILLER@AZLIC.COM
OWNER
Name: AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC
Contact Name: JEFFREY CRAIG MILLER
Type: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
AZ CC File Number: 23025882 State of Incorporation: AZ
Incorporation Date: 10/16/2019
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (480)730-2675
Alt.Phone:
Email: MIRANDA@AZLIC.COM
Officers/Stockholders
Page 1 of 4
Name: Title: %Interest:
JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY Manager/Member 25.00
DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE Manager/Member 25.00
TIFFANY TRIANA Manager/Member 25.00
SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA Manager/Member 25.00
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: TIFFANY TRIANA
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)402-3025
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
AJS SPORTS GRILL LLC - Manager/Member
Name: SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)703-0602
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
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MANAGERS
Name: DALLAS SUZANNE BONNEVILLE
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
Name: JON JEFFREY PRANGLEY
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (818)392-9429
Alt.Phone:
Email: UCHICK777@YAHOO.COM
Name: TIFFANY TRIANA
Gender: Female
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)402-3025
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
Name: SHAWN THOMAS TRIANA
Gender: Male
Correspondence Address: PO BOX 2502
CHANDLER,AZ 85244
USA
Phone: (602)703-0602
Alt.Phone:
Email: TRIANA97@MSN.COM
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Application Number: 81774
Application Type: New Application
Created Date: 11/01/2019
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
INP Interim Permit
1) Enter License Number currently at location
12113202
2) Is the license currently in use?
No
How long has it been out of use?
1 1/2 YEARS
3) Will you please submit section 5,page 6,of the license application when you reach the upload page?
No
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This police department does not object in approving the liquor license for this establishment as long as
all other laws and requirements have been met to the City of Apache Junction, County of Pinal, and
State of Arizona.
Thomas E. Parker, MSSM
Police Lieutenant
Apache Junction Police Department
Physical: 1001 N.Idaho Rd.
Mailing: 300 E. Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction,AZ 85119
Phone Direct#480-474-5420
Fax#(480)474-5480
Main Phone#480-982-8260
tparkerC&ajcity.net
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Please consider the environment before printing this email.
From: Maureen Fredrickson
Sent:Tuesday, November 26, 2019 11:49 AM
To:Thomas Parker<tparker@aicity.net>
Cc:Thomas Kelly<tkelly@AJCity.Net>;Jennifer Pena <ipena@AJCity.Net>
Subject: Series 12 Liquor License Application for AJS Sports Grill (NON-REDACTED)
Good Afternoon,
We have received a Series 12 Liquor License application for Jeffrey Craig Miller from AJS Sports Grill
located at 725 W.Apache Trail, Suite#2A,Apache Junction,Arizona, 85120. Please submit your
department recommendations to me no later than Monday, December 16, 2019 by noon in order for
your comments to be included in the packet for the city council meeting scheduled for Tuesday,January
7, 2020.
Thank you so much and Happy Thanksgiving!!
Office Support Specialist
City Hall
300 E. Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction, AZ. 85119
Ph(480)474-5050
mfredrickson@aicity.net
The Building Division has performed an inspection of the proposed AJS Sports Grill and does not see any
issues with approval of a liquor license for this location which has previously been used as a restaurant
bar. Dave Zellner
From: Maureen Fredrickson
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 11:51 AM
To: Tina Gerola; Rudy Esquivias; Dave Zellner
Cc: Jennifer Pena; Larry Kirch
Subject: Series 12 Liquor License Application for AJS Sports Grill (REDACTED)
Good Afternoon,
We have received a Series 12 Liquor License application for Jeffrey Craig Miller from AJS Sports Grill
located at 725 W.Apache Trail, Suite#2A,Apache Junction,Arizona, 85120. Please submit your
department recommendations to me no later than Monday, December 16, 2019 by noon in order for
your comments to be included in the packet for the city council meeting scheduled for Tuesday,January
7, 2020.
Thank you so much and Happy Thanksgiving!!
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Office Support Specialist
City Hall
300 E. Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction, AZ. 85119
Ph(480)474-5050
mfredrickson@aicity.net
SFMD has conducted an inspection of AJ Sports Grill and recommends the approval of their application.
Thank you
Tina Gerola
Sent from my iPhone
On Dec 10, 2019, at 11:01 AM, Maureen Fredrickson<mfredrickson@aicity.net>wrote:
Hi—This is just a reminder that I still need your department recommendations. Thank you O
From: Maureen Fredrickson
Sent:Tuesday, November 26, 2019 11:51 AM
To: 'Tina Gerola'<tina.gerola@sfmd.az.gov>; Rudy Esquivias<resguivias@aicity.net>; Dave Zellner
<dzelIner@AJCity.Net>
Cc:Jennifer Pena <i Pena @AJCity.Net>; Larry Kirch <Ikirch@AJCity.Net>
Subject: Series 12 Liquor License Application for AJS Sports Grill (REDACTED)
Good Afternoon,
We have received a Series 12 Liquor License application for Jeffrey Craig Miller from AJS Sports Grill
located at 725 W.Apache Trail, Suite#2A,Apache Junction,Arizona, 85120. Please submit your
department recommendations to me no later than Monday, December 16, 2019 by noon in order for
your comments to be included in the packet for the city council meeting scheduled for Tuesday,January
7, 2020.
Thank you so much and Happy Thanksgiving!!
Office Support Specialist
City Hall
300 E. Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction, AZ. 85119
Ph(480)474-5050
mfredrickson@aicity.net
<AJS Sports Grill - Liquor License Application - Redacted.pdf>
The Superstition Fire and Medical District formerly the Apache Junction Fire District has
changed email addresses. The email address format is now firstname.lastnamegsfmd.az.gov
please make this change in your address book.
Maureen:
The planning division has no objections to this new liquor license request for 725 W. Apache Trail, Suite
#2A. The site is zoned B-1,which is appropriate for restaurants and bars. Furthermore,this occupancy
has been used for restaurant/bar purposes for many years,thus is not a new use or new impact on the
property. Planning recommends approval of the request.
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Planning Manager/Zoning Administrator
City of Apache Junction
300 E. Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
480-474-2645
resquivias@ajcity.net
(Development Services Department office hours: Monday through Thursday from
7:00am to 6:00pm, closed Fridays and Holidays.)
From: Maureen Fredrickson
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 11:51 AM
To: Tina Gerola; Rudy Esquivias; Dave Zellner
Cc: Jennifer Pena; Larry Kirch
Subject: Series 12 Liquor License Application for AJS Sports Grill (REDACTED)
Good Afternoon,
We have received a Series 12 Liquor License application for Jeffrey Craig Miller from AJS Sports Grill
located at 725 W.Apache Trail, Suite#2A,Apache Junction,Arizona, 85120. Please submit your
department recommendations to me no later than Monday, December 16, 2019 by noon in order for
your comments to be included in the packet for the city council meeting scheduled for Tuesday,January
7, 2020.
Thank you so much and Happy Thanksgiving!!
Office Support Specialist
City Hall
300 E. Superstition Blvd.
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Agenda Item No.8.
PizoNr File ID: 19-617
Sponsor: Raquel Schatz Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
* Presentation, discussion and consideration on proposed construction agreement with DBA
Construction for infrastructure improvements to the Grand View neighborhood in an amount of
$536,791.50, allowing for a contingency of 5%for a project amount not to exceed $563,631.08.
This work is partially funded by the city's Fiscal Year 2018 State Special Project application and
the Fiscal Year 2019 Community Development Block Grant Regional Account allocation as
requested by city council under Resolution Nos. 18-07 and 19-05 respectively.
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DATE: December 31, 2019
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
THROUGH: Bryant Powell, City Manager
Mike Wever, Public Works Director
Larry Kirch, Development Services Director
FROM: Raquel Schatz, Project Engineer
SUBJECT: Construction Agreement
PWC2018-02 Grand View Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
CDBG projects 120-20 and 126-20
REQUEST
Staff respectfully requests the mayor and city council, discuss and consider a proposed
construction agreement with DBA Construction for infrastructure improvements to the Grand
View Neighborhood Project in an amount not to exceed $536,791.50. This work is partially
funded by the city's Fiscal Year 2018 ("FYI 8") State Special Project("SSP") application and the
Fiscal Year 2019 ("FY19") Community Development Block Grant("CDBG") Regional Account
allocation as requested by city council under Resolution Nos. 18-07 and 19-05 respectively. This
is a continuation of improvements completed within this neighborhood since 2015.
BACKGROUND
The city conducted the required public participation process to select a project to be submitted
under the city's FYI SSP and FYI CDBG grant applications. The city council chose
improvements to the Grand View Neighborhood area and applications were submitted. A
contract was signed and executed with the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH).
Engineering was completed prior to application submittal and the city began the procurement
process for construction services in November 2019.
Due to the timely award and contract signing of the grant applications, construction services for
both projects were competitively procured simultaneously. The projects included:
1. Grand Drive from Broadway to Apache Trail: Installation of sidewalk and curb &
gutter on the west side of the street.
2. Main Drive from Broadway to 1 st Avenue: Installation of curb & gutter on the east
side of the street.
Planning& Zoning—Building& Safety—Revenue Development
300 E. Superstition Boulevard • Apache Junction,AZ 85119 • Ph: (480)474-5083 •Fax(480)982-7010
DISCUSSION
Sealed bids were due to the city clerk's office on December 11, 2019. There were three bids
received.
Contractor Bid amount
B4 Enterprises $661,004.00
Standard Construction Co. $594,691.00
DBA Construction $536,791.50
Staff reviewed the submittals and found the lowest bidder was DBA Construction Inc. DBA
Construction Inc. submitted all of the required documentation, and met all of the city and CDBG
requirements.
The following is the breakdown of the bid award and funding sources:
ADOH City
Project Bid amount Funding Funding
Grand Drive (West) FYI SSP $325,157.50 $280,000.00 $70,915.00
Main Drive (East) FY19 RA $211,634.00 $91,422.00 $100,000.00
Subtotal $536,791.50 $371,422.00 $170,915.00
Contingency (5%) $26,8369.58
Total $563,631.08
General funds in the amount of$70,915.00 are committed by Resolution No. 19-04 for the FYI
SSP project. HURF funds in the amount of$100,000.00 are committed by Resolution 19-23 for
the FY19 RA project. Beyond the funding listed in the table above, HURF has committed in
funding any of the remaining overages of the project, this includes the base bids and contingency
of 5% of both projects combined. Contingency monies will be used for any unforeseen
circumstances that is detected in the field/under construction.
Barring any objections, this item will be placed on the consent agenda for January 21, 2020.
Construction will begin at the end of January and is anticipated to be completed by the end of
April.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff respectfully recommends that mayor and city council discuss the proposed construction
agreement with DBA Construction Inc.
ACTION REQUIRED
Review, discussion and consideration of the proposed contract
Attachment 1: Construction Agreement
Planning& Zoning—Building& Safety—Revenue Development
300 E. Superstition Boulevard • Apache Junction,AZ 85119 • Ph: (480)474-5083 •Fax(480)982-7010
CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION AND DBA CONSTRUCTION FOR PROJECT:
PWC# 2018-02 GRAND VIEW NEIGHBORHOOD
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION ("City"), an Arizona municipal corporation, and DBA
CONSTRUCTION, INC. an Arizona corporation, ("Contractor"), sometimes
collectively referred to as the "Parties" or individually as the "Party".
RECITALS
A. Contractor asserts its willingness, ability and qualifications to provide
the services and infrastructure (the "Work") called for in PWC#2018-
02 Grand View Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements and
Contractor's estimate dated December 11, 2019 (the "Contract
Documents").
B. City and Contractor desire to set forth herein their respective
responsibilities and the manner and terms upon which Contractor
shall render such Work.
C. City has complied with the public bidding requirements under Arizona
Revised Statutes ("A.R.S.") Title 34, and Apache Junction City Code
Vol. I, Chapter 3, Administration, Article 3-7, Procurement
Procedures, or such Work is categorically exempt from such process.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, City retains Contractor to perform, and Contractor
agrees to render the Work in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth
as follows:
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Contractor shall do and perform or cause
to be done and performed in a good workmanlike manner, the Work in
accordance with and as more fully described in Grand View Neighborhood
Infrastructure Improvements PWC#2018-02 and Contractor's estimate dated
December 11, 2019 including, but not limited to:
A. This federally funded Community Development Block Grant
project known as the Grand View Neighborhood Infrastructure
Improvements project, will include the following "Work": curb,
gutter, sidewalk, drainage, and other street related
improvements.
1
B. All Work shall be completed in accordance with the following: 1)
the construction plans entitled "City of Apache Junction Public
Works Department Grand View Neighborhood Infrastructure
Improvements, Project Number PWC2018-02"; 2) the latest
"Uniform Standard Specifications and Details for Public Works
Construction" by the Maricopa Association of Governments; and
3) Engineering Standards and Details of the City of Apache
Junction.
2. PAYMENTS & COMPLETION: The total amount payable by the City
to the Contractor is an amount not to exceed five hundred thirty six thousand
seven hundred ninety one dollars and fifty cents ($536,791.50) (the "Contract
Sum") for the performance of the Work under the Contract Documents except
for changes authorized by properly executed change orders. All contracts will
be operable for their full term at the rates quoted in the initial bid proposal,
unless otherwise extended in writing by the City. Upon notice that the Work is
ready for final inspection or acceptance, a City representative shall promptly
cause an inspection to be made. Once City finds the Work acceptable under the
Contract Documents, City shall promptly submit for processing a certificate for
payment stating that, to the best of its knowledge, information and belief on the
basis of its observation and inspection, the Work has been completed in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents and that
partial payment or the entire balance due the Contractor is payable. Final
payment shall not become due until the Contractor submits to the City all
required lien waivers, releases and any other data establishing payment or
satisfaction of all Contractor's obligations. If any subcontractor refuses to
furnish a release or waiver required by City, Contractor may furnish a bond to
indemnify City against any such lien. If any such lien remains unsatisfied after
all payments are made, Contractor shall refund to City all monies that the latter
may be compelled to pay in discharging such liens, including all costs and
reasonable attorney fees.
3. CONTRACT TERM: The Term of this Agreement is January 22, 2020
to April 30, 2020. This provision does not limit the liability of Contractor for
actual damages sustained by City as a result of any breach of contract or
warranty by Contractor. Extensions may be approved at times as the Parties
mutually deem fit.
4. LABOR AND MATERIALS: Unless otherwise provided in the
Contract Documents, Contractor shall provide, pay for and insure under the
requisite laws and regulations all labor, materials, equipment, tools and
machinery, water, heat, utilities, transportation, other facilities and services
necessary for the proper execution and completion of the Work, whether
temporary or permanent, and whether or not incorporated or to be incorporated
in the Work.
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5. INSPECTIONS AND QUALITY OF WORK: Contractor understands and
agrees that inspection of the Work performed hereunder will occur by City.
Contractor agrees that City will have the exclusive right to determine, in its sole
discretion, whether the Work has been performed in accordance with the
Contract Documents. Contractor further agrees to make such corrections to
the Work as may be directed by City to conform to said Contract Documents
without requirement of a change order or any additional charge or cost to City
whatsoever.
6. WARRANTY: Contractor shall guarantee the Work against defective
workmanship or materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of its final
acceptance under the contract, ordinary wear and tear and unusual abuse or
neglect excepted. Any omission on the part of City to condemn defective work
or materials at the time of construction shall not be deemed an acceptance and
Contractor will be required to correct defective work or materials at any time
before final acceptance. Within one (1) year from the date of final acceptance
due to faults in workmanship or materials, Contractor shall begin making the
necessary repairs to the satisfaction of City within fourteen (14) calendar days
of receipt of written notice from City. Such work shall include the repair or
replacement of other work or materials damaged or affected by making the
above repairs or corrective work all at no additional cost to City. In the case of
Work materials or equipment for which warranties are required by the special
provisions of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall provide or secure from
the appropriate subcontractor or supplier such warranties addressed to and in
favor of City and deliver same to City prior to final acceptance of the Work.
Delivery of such warranties shall not relieve Contractor from any obligation
assumed under any other provision of the contract. The warranties and
guarantees provided in this subsection shall be in addition to and not in
limitation of any other warrantees, guarantees or remedies required by law, and
shall survive the expiration of this Agreement for the time period mentioned
above.
7. TAXES: Contractor shall pay all license, sales, consumer,
transaction privilege, use and other similar taxes for the Work or portions
thereof provided by Contractor which are legally enacted at the time bids are
received whether or not yet effective or subsequently applicable due to acts of
jurisdictions or bodies other than City.
8. PERMITS & FEES: Unless otherwise provided in the Contract
Documents, Contractor shall secure and pay for all permits, government fees,
licenses and inspections necessary for the proper execution and completion of
Work which are customarily secured after execution of the contract and which
are legally required. Contractor shall give all notices and comply with all laws,
ordinances, rules, regulations and lawful orders of any public authority bearing
on the performance of the Work. City permits for this Work will be provided to
Contractor at no cost. Contractor represents and warrants that any license
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necessary to perform the Work under this Agreement is current and valid.
Contractor understands that the activity described herein constitutes "doing
business in the City of Apache Junction" and Contractor agrees to obtain a
business license pursuant to Chapter 8 of the Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I,
and keep such license current during the term of this Agreement and after
termination of this Agreement any time work is performed pursuant to the
warranty provisions set forth in Section 6. Contractor also acknowledges that
the tax provision of the Apache Junction Tax Code, Chapter 8A, may also apply
and if so, shall obtain a transaction privilege license and/or other licenses as
may be required by the city code. Any activity by subcontractors within the
corporate city limits will invoke the same licensing regulations on any
subcontractors, and Contractor ensures its subcontractors will obtain any and
all applicable licenses. Further, Contractor agrees to pay all applicable
privilege and use taxes that are applicable to the activities, products and
services provided under this Agreement.
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: Contractor shall at all times during
Contractor's performance of the services retain Contractor's status as an
independent contractor. Contractor's employees shall under no circumstances
be considered or held to be employees or agents of City, and City shall have no
obligation to pay or withhold state or federal taxes, or provide workers'
compensation or unemployment insurance for or on behalf of them or
Contractor. Contractor shall supervise and direct the delivery of the materials
using its best skill and attention. Except as provided in this Agreement,
Contractor shall be solely responsible for all construction means, methods,
techniques, sequences and procedures, and for coordinating all portions of the
Work required by the Contract Documents. Contractor shall be responsible to
City for the acts and omissions of its employees, subcontractors and their
agents and employees and other persons providing any of the materials under
any contract document.
10. SUPERINTENDENT: Contractor shall employ a competent project
superintendent who shall be in attendance at the project site during the
progress of the Work. The superintendent shall represent and be the
community agent of Contractor and communications given to the
superintendent shall be as binding as if given to Contractor. Important
communications shall be confirmed in writing. The designated superintendent
shall be designated for each project and communicated to City before work is
performed.
11. PROGRESS SCHEDULE: Contractor shall, immediately after
entering into this Agreement, generate an estimated progress schedule, which
shall be maintained and updated during the project. Work may progress during
regular City business hours only if it is determined by City not to disturb normal
operations.
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12. INDEMNIFICATION: To the fullest extent permitted by law,
Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless City, its elected and
appointed officers, officials, agents, and employees from and against any and all
liability including but not limited to demands, claims, actions, fees, costs and
expenses, including attorney and expert witness fees, arising from or connected
with, or alleged to have arisen from or connected with, relating to, arising out of,
or alleged to have resulted from the acts, errors, mistakes, omissions, Work or
services of Contractor, its agents, employees, or any tier of Contractor's
subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement, but only to the extent
caused by the negligence, recklessness or intentional wrongful conduct of
Contractor or its subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement or any
subcontract. Contractor's duty to defend, hold harmless and indemnify City, its
special districts, elected and appointed officers, officials, agents, and
employees shall arise in connection with any tortious claim, damage, loss or
expense that is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease, death, or injury
to, impairment, or destruction of property including loss of use resulting
therefrom, caused by an Contractor's acts, errors, mistakes, omissions, work or
services in the performance of this Agreement including any employee of
Contractor, any tier of Contractor's subcontractor or any other person for
whose acts, errors, mistakes, omissions, Work or services Contractor may be
legally liable. The amount and type of insurance coverage requirements set
forth herein will in no way be construed as limiting the scope of the indemnity in
this paragraph.
13. SUBCONTRACTORS: All subcontractors chosen by Contractor will
be subject to City's approval. All subcontractors shall be identified by
Contractor prior to award of contract. Contractor shall make no substitutions
for any subcontractor, person or entity previously selected without the approval
of City.
14. APPLICABLE LAW AND VENUE: The terms and conditions of this
Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of
the State of Arizona. Any action at law or in equity brought by either Party for
the purpose of enforcing a right or rights provided for in this Agreement, shall
be tried in a court of competent jurisdiction in Pinal County, State of Arizona.
The Parties hereby waive all provisions of law providing for a change of venue in
such proceeding to any other county. In the event either Party shall bring suit to
enforce any term of this Agreement or to recover any damages for and on
account of the breach of any term or condition in this Agreement, it is mutually
agreed that the prevailing Party in such action shall recover all costs including:
all litigation and appeal expenses, collection expenses, reasonable attorney
fees, necessary witness fees and court costs to be determined by the court in
such action.
15. INSURANCE: Contractor, at its own expense, shall purchase and
maintain the herein stipulated minimum insurance with companies duly licensed,
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possessing a current A.M. Best, Inc. Rating of B++6, or approved unlicensed in
the State of Arizona with policies and forms satisfactory to City.
All insurance required herein shall be maintained in full force and effect until all
Work or service required to be performed under the terms of the Agreement is
satisfactorily completed and formally accepted; failure to do so may, at the sole
discretion of City, constitute a material breach of this Agreement.
Contractor's insurance shall be primary insurance as respects the City, and any
insurance or self-insurance maintained by City shall not contribute to it.
Any failure to comply with the claim reporting provisions of the insurance
policies or any breach of an insurance policy warranty shall not affect coverage
afforded under the insurance policies to protect City.
The insurance policies, except Workers' Compensation, shall contain a waiver
of transfer rights of recovery (subrogation) against City, its agents, officers,
officials and employees for any claims arising out of Contractor's acts, errors,
mistakes, omissions, Work or service.
The insurance policies may provide coverage which contains deductibles or
self-insured retentions. Such deductible and/or self-insured retentions shall not
be applicable with respect to the coverage provided to City under such policies.
Contractor shall be solely responsible for the deductible and/or self retention
and City, at its option, may require Contractor to secure payment of such
deductibles or self-insured retentions by a surety bond or an irrevocable and
unconditional letter of credit.
City reserves the right to request and to receive, within ten (10) working days,
certified copies of any or all of the herein required insurance policies and/or
endorsements. City shall not be obligated, however, to review same or to advise
Contractor of any deficiencies in such policies and endorsements, and such
receipt shall not relieve Contractor from, or be deemed a waiver of, City's right
to insist on strict fulfillment of Contractor's obligations under this Agreement.
The insurance policies, except Workers' Compensation and Professional
Liability, required by this Agreement, shall name City, its agents, officers,
officials and employees as Additional Insureds.
REQUIRED COVERAGE
Commercial General Liability
Contractor shall maintain Commercial General Liability insurance with a limit of
not less than $1,000,000 for each occurrence with a $2,000,000
Products/Completed Operations Aggregate and a $2,000,000 General
Aggregate limit. The policy shall include coverage for bodily injury, broad form
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property damage, personal injury, products and completed operations and
blanket contractual coverage including, but not limited to, the liability assumed
under the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, which coverage will be
at least as broad as that on Insurance Service Office, Inc. Policy Form No. CG
00011093, or the equivalent thereof.
Such policy shall contain a severability of interest provision, and shall not
contain a sunset provision or commutation clause, nor any provision which
would serve to limit third party action over claims.
The Commercial General Liability additional insured endorsement shall be at
least as broad as the Insurance Service Office, Inc.'s Additional Insured, Form
B, CG 20101185, or the equivalent thereof, and shall include coverage for
Contractor's operations and products and completed operations.
If required by this Agreement, if Contractor sublets any part of the Work,
services or operations, Contractor shall purchase and maintain, at all times
during prosecution of the Work, services or operations under this Agreement,
an Owner and Contractor's Protective Liability insurance policy for bodily injury
and property damage, including death, which may arise in the prosecution of
Contractor's work, service or operations under this Agreement. Coverage shall
be on an occurrence basis with a limit not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence,
and the policy shall be issued by the same insurance company that issues
Contractor's Commercial General Liability insurance.
Automobile Liability
Contractor shall maintain Commercial/Business Automobile Liability insurance
with a combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage of not less
than $1,000,000 each occurrence with respect to Contractor's owned, hired,
and non-owned vehicles assigned to or used in performance of Contractor's
work. Coverage will be at least as broad as coverage code 1, "any auto",
(Insurance Service Office, Inc. Policy Form CA 00011293, or the equivalent
thereof). Such insurance shall include coverage for loading and off loading
hazards. If hazardous substances, materials or wastes are to be transported,
MCS 90 endorsement shall be included and $5,000,000 per accident limits for
bodily injury and property damage shall apply.
Workers' Compensation
Contractor shall carry Workers' Compensation insurance to cover obligations
imposed by federal and state statutes having jurisdiction of Contractor's
employees engaged in the performance of the Work or services; and,
Employer's Liability insurance of not less than $100,000 for each accident,
$100,000 disease for each employee, and $500,000 disease policy limit.
By execution of this Agreement, Contractor certifies as follows:
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"I am aware and understand the provisions of A.R.S. § 23-900 et seq.
which requires every employer to be insured against liability for workers'
compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the
provisions of this chapter, and I will comply with such provisions before
commencing the performance of the Work of this Agreement."
If Contractor has no employees for whom workers' compensation insurance is
required, Contractor shall submit a declaration or affidavit to City so stating and
covenanting to obtain such insurance if and when Contractor employs any
employees subject to coverage.
In case any work is subcontracted, Contractor will require subcontractors to
provide Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability insurance to at least
the same extent as required of Contractor.
Professional Liability
Contractor retained by City to provide the Work or service required by this
Agreement will maintain Professional Liability insurance covering acts, errors,
mistakes and omissions arising out of the Work or services performed by
Contractor, or any person employed by Contractor, with a limit of not less than
$1,000,000 each claim.
Certificates of Insurance
Prior to commencing work or services under this Agreement, Contractor shall
furnish City with Certificates of Insurance, or formal endorsements as required
by the Agreement, issued by Contractor's insurer(s), as evidence that policies
providing the required coverages, conditions and limits required by this
Agreement are in full force and effect. The form of the certificates of insurance
and endorsements shall be subject to the approval of the Apache Junction City
Attorney's Office, shall comply with the terms of this Agreement, and shall be
issued and delivered to City Attorney, City of Apache Junction, 300 East
Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction, AZ, 85119.
In the event any insurance policies required by this Agreement are written on a
"claims made" basis, coverage shall extend for two (2) years past completion
and acceptance of Contractor's Work or services and as evidenced by annual
Certificates of Insurance.
If a policy does expire during the life of the Agreement, a renewal certificate
must be sent to City thirty (30) calendar days prior to the expiration date.
All Certificates of Insurance shall be identified with bid serial number and title.
Policies or certificates and completed forms of City's Additional Insured
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Endorsement (or a substantially equivalent insurance company form acceptable
to the City Attorney) evidencing the coverage required by this section shall be
filed with the City and shall include the City as an additional insured. The policy
or policies shall be in the usual form of a public liability insurance, but shall also
include the following provision:
"Solely as respects work done by or on behalf of the named insured for
the City of Apache Junction, it is agreed that the City of Apache Junction
and its officers and employees are added as additional insureds under
this policy."
Insurance required herein shall not expire, be canceled, or materially changed
without thirty (30) calendar days' prior written notice to City.
16. CHANGE ORDERS: A change order is a written order to Contractor,
approved by a City representative, issued after execution of this construction
agreement authorizing a change in the Work or an adjustment in the
construction agreement sum or the construction agreement time. A change
order signed by Contractor indicates his agreement therewith. City may,
without invalidating this construction agreement, order changes in the Work
within the general scope of this construction agreement consisting of additions,
deletions or other revisions, the construction agreement sum and the
construction agreement being adjusted accordingly. All such changes in the
Work shall be authorized by Change Order and shall be performed under the
applicable conditions of this construction agreement. City representative shall
have authority to order minor changes in the Work not involving an adjustment in
the construction agreement sum or extension of construction agreement time
and not inconsistent with the intent of this construction agreement. All such
changes shall be effected by written order and shall be binding upon City and
Contractor. All change order disagreements of the Contractor shall be
submitted in writing to the City Manager within five (5) calendar days after the
difference of opinion or grievance occurs. Within five (5) calendar days of
receiving a written grievance, the City Manager shall respond in writing to the
Contractor and city staff representative. The City Manager's decision shall be
final and binding.
17. SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNMENT & DELEGATION: City and Contractor
each bind themselves, their partners, successors, assigns and legal
representatives to the other Party hereto and to the partners, successors,
assigns and legal representatives of such other Party in respect to all
covenants, agreements and obligations contained in the contract documents.
Neither Party to the contract shall assign the contract or sublet it as a whole or
delegate the duties hereunder, without the written consent of the other, nor
shall Contractor assign any monies due or to become due to it without the
previous written consent of City.
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18. WRITTEN NOTICE: Written notice shall be deemed to have been
duly served if delivered in person to the individual or member of the firm or
entity, or to an office of the corporation for whom it was intended or if delivered
at or sent registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, and first class
postage prepaid to the last business address known to them who gives the
notice.
19. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES: Should either Party to the contract suffer
injury or damage to personal property because of any act or omission of the
other Party or of their employees or agents for whose acts they are legally
liable, claims shall be made in writing to such other Parties within a reasonable
time after the first observance of such injury or damages.
20. PAYMENT & PERFORMANCE BONDS: City shall have the right to
require Contractor to furnish bonds covering the faithful performance of the
contract and the payment of all obligations arising hereunder.
21. SAFETY: Contractor and/or its subcontractors shall be solely
responsible for job safety at all times.
22. RIGHTS & REMEDIES: The duties and obligations imposed by the
Contract Documents and the rights and remedies available hereunder shall be in
addition to and not a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies
otherwise imposed or available by law. No action or failure to act by City or
Contractor shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded any of them
under the contract, nor shall any action or failure to act constitute an approval
of or an acquiescence to any breaches hereunder except as may be specifically
agreed to in writing.
23. FORCE MAJEURE: Neither City nor Contractor, as the case may be,
shall be considered not to have performed its obligations under this Agreement
in the event of enforced delay (an "Enforced Delay") due to causes beyond its
control and without its fault or negligence or failure to comply with applicable
laws, including, but not restricted to, acts of God, fires, floods, epidemics,
pandemics, quarantine, restrictions, embargoes, labor disputes, and unusually
severe weather or the delays of subcontractors or materialmen due to such
causes, acts of a public enemy, war, terrorism or act of terror (including but not
limited to bio-terrorism or eco-terrorism), nuclear radiation, blockade,
insurrection, riot, labor strike or interruption, extortion, sabotage, or similar
occurrence or any exercise of the power of eminent domain of any
governmental body on behalf of any public entity, or a declaration of moratorium
or similar hiatus (whether permanent or temporary) by any public entity directly
affecting the obligations under this Agreement. In no event will Enforced Delay
include any delay resulting from unavailability for any reason of labor shortages,
or the unavailability for any reason of particular Contractors, subcontractors,
vendors or investors desired by Contractor in connection with the obligations
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under this Agreement. Contractor agrees that Contractor alone will bear all
risks of delay which are not Enforced Delay. In the event of the occurrence of
any such Enforced Delay, the time or times for performance of the obligations of
the Party claiming delay shall be extended for a period of the Enforced Delay;
provided, however, that the Party seeking the benefit of the provisions of this
Section shall, within thirty (30) calendar days after such Party knows or should
know of any such Enforced Delay, first notify the other Party of the specific delay
in writing and claim the right to an extension for the period of the Enforced
Delay; and provided further that in no event shall a period of Enforced Delay
exceed ninety (90) calendar days.
24. TERMINATION BY CITY:
A. TERMINATION BY CITY: City shall be permitted to terminate this
Agreement if in the discretion of the city manager or his or her designee,
believes Contractor has failed to meet the terms of this Agreement. City shall
provide Notice of Termination to Contractor by Certified U.S. Mail ten (10)
calendar days before such termination takes effect.
B. TERMINATION BY CONTRACTOR: Contractor may terminate this
Agreement if City fails to make payment as agreed upon in this document. Any
other termination will be deemed a breach of contract by Contractor.
Contractor shall provide Notice of Termination to City by Certified U.S. Mail ten
(10) calendar days before such termination takes effect.
25. RECORDS: Records of Contractor's labor, payroll and other costs
pertaining to this Agreement shall be kept on a generally recognized accounting
basis and made available to City for inspection on request. Contractor shall
maintain records for a period of at least five (5) years after termination of this
Agreement, and shall make such records available during that
retention period for examination or audit by City personnel during regular
business hours.
26. AMENDMENT: It is mutually understood and agreed that no alteration
or variation of the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be valid unless
made in writing and signed by the Parties hereto, and that oral understandings
or agreements not incorporated herein shall not be binding on the parties. The
representatives of the Parties (signatory for Contractor noted below or his or
her designee, and the City Manager, or his or her designee) shall be authorized
to execute future amendments or extensions of this Agreement.
27. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement and any attachments represent
the entire agreement between City and Contractor and supersede all prior
negotiations, representations or agreements, either express or implied, written
or oral. It is mutually understood and agreed that no alteration or variation of
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the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing
and signed by the Parties hereto. Written and signed amendments shall
automatically become part of the supporting documents, and shall supersede
any inconsistent provision therein; provided, however, that any apparent
inconsistency shall be resolved, if possible, by construing the provisions as
mutually complementary and supplementary.
28. SEVERABILITY: City and Contractor each believe that the execution,
delivery and performance of this Agreement are in compliance with all
applicable laws. However, in the unlikely event that any provision of this
Agreement is declared void or unenforceable (or is construed as requiring City
to do any act in violation of any applicable laws, including any constitutional
provision, law, regulation, or city code), such provision shall be deemed severed
from this Agreement and this Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and
effect; provided that this Agreement shall retroactively be deemed reformed to
the extent reasonably possible in such a manner so that the reformed
agreement (and any related agreements effective as of the same date) provide
essentially the same rights and benefits (economic and otherwise) to the Parties
as if such severance and reformation were not required. Unless prohibited by
applicable laws, the Parties further shall perform all acts and execute,
acknowledge and/or deliver all amendments, instruments and consents
necessary to accomplish and to give effect to the purposes of this Agreement,
as reformed.
29. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence with respect to
all provisions in this Agreement. Any delay in performance by either Party shall
constitute a material breach of this Agreement.
30. CONFLICT OF INTEREST: The provisions of A.R.S. § 38-511
relating to cancellation of contracts due to conflicts of interest shall apply to this
contract.
31. PROHIBITION TO CONTRACT WITH CONTRACTORS WHO
ENGAGE IN BOYCOTT OF THE STATE OF ISRAEL: The Parties acknowledge
A.R.S. §§ 35-393 through 35-393.03, as amended, which forbids public entities
from contracting with Contractors who engage in boycotts of the State of Israel.
Should Contractor under this Agreement engage in any such boycott against the
State of Israel, this Agreement shall be deemed automatically terminated by
operation of law. Any such boycott is a material breach of contract.
32. COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS: Contractor
understands and acknowledges the applicability of the American with
Disabilities Act, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and the Drug
Free Workplace Act of 1989 to the services performed under this Agreement.
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As required by A.R.S. § 41-4401, Contractor hereby warrants its compliance
with all federal immigration laws and regulations that relate to its employees and
A.R.S. § 23-214(A). Contractor further warrants that after hiring an employee,
Contractor will verify the employment eligibility of the employee through the E-
Verify program. If Contractor uses any subcontractors in performance of
services, subcontractors shall warrant their compliance with all federal
immigration laws and regulations that relate to its employees and A.R.S. § 23-
214(A), and subcontractors shall further warrant that after hiring an employee,
such subcontractor verifies the employment eligibility of the employee through
the E-Verify program. A breach of this warranty shall be deemed a material
breach of the Agreement that is subject to penalties up to and including
termination of this Agreement. Contractor is subject to a penalty of $100 per
day for the first violation, $500 per day for the second violation, and $1,000 per
day for the third violation. City at its option may terminate this Agreement after
the third violation. Contractor shall not be deemed in material breach of this
Agreement if the Contractor and/or subcontractors establish compliance with
the employment verification provisions of Sections 274A and 274B of the federal
Immigration and Nationality Act and the E-Verify requirements contained in
A.R.S. § 23-214(A). City retains the legal right to inspect the papers of any
Contractor or subcontractor employee who works under this Agreement to
ensure that the Contractor or subcontractor is complying with the warranty.
Any inspection will be conducted after reasonable notice and at reasonable
times. If state law is amended, the Parties may modify this paragraph consistent
with state law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties hereto have caused this
Agreement to be signed by their duly authorized representative as of this
day of , 2020.
CONTRACTOR:
DBA Construction, Inc., an Arizona
corporation
By:
Its:
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CITY:
CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA,
an Arizona municipal corporation
By: Jeff Serdy
Its: Mayor
ATTEST:
Jennifer Pena
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard J. Stern
City Attorney
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STATUTORY PAYMENT BOND PURSUANT TO TITLE 34 ,
CHAPTER 2 , ARTICLE 2 , OF THE ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES
(Penalty of this Bond MUST be 100% of the Contract Amount)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
That, hereinafter called
the Principal) , as Principal, and 1 a
company/corporation holding a Certificate of Authority to transact
surety business in the State of Arizona as issued by the Director of
the Department of Insurance pursuant to Title 20, Chapter 2, Article
1, with its principal office in the City of
(hereinafter called the Surety) are held and firmly bound unto the
City of Apache Junction (hereinafter called the Obligee) , in the
amount of Dollars ($ ) ,
for the payment whereof, the said Principal and Surety bind
themselves, their heirs, administrators, executors, successors and
assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents .
WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain written contract
with the Obligee, dated day of , 2011 to
which contract is
hereby referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same
extent as if copied at length herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if the
said Principal shall promptly pay all moneys due to all persons
supplying labor or materials to Principal or Principal' s
subcontractors in the prosecution of the work provided for in said
contract, this obligation shall be void. Otherwise it remains in full
force and effect:
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that this bond is executed pursuant to the
provisions of Title 34, Chapter 2, Article 2, of the Arizona Revised
Statutes, all liabilities on this bond shall be determined in
accordance with the provisions, conditions and limitations of said
Title, Chapter and Article, to the same extent as if they were copies
at length herein.
The prevailing party in a suit on this bond shall recover as part of
the judgment reasonable attorney fees as may be fixed by the judge of
the court.
Witness our hand this day of 20
PRINCIPAL SEAL
BY:
AGENCY OF RECORD
AGENCY ADDRESS SURETY SEAL
BY:
ATTORNEY IN FACT
STATUTORY PERFORMANCE BOND PURSUANT TO TITLE 34,
CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 2, OF THE ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES
(Penalty of this Bond MUST be 100% of the Contract Amount)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
That,
(hereinafter called the Principal) , as Principal, and a
company /corporation holding a Certificate of Authority to transact surety
business in the State of Arizona as issued by the Director of the Department
of Insurance pursuant to Title 20, Chapter 2, Article 1, with its principal
office in the City of (hereinafter called the
Surety) are held and firmly bound unto the City of Apache Junction
(hereinafter called the Obligee) , in the amount of
Dollars ($ ) , for the
payment whereof, the said Principal and Surety bind themselves, their heirs,
administrators, executors, successors and assigns, jointly and severally,
firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain written contract with the
Obligee, dated day of , 2011, to which contract is hereby
referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if
copied at length herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if the
Principal faithfully performs and fulfills all of the undertakings, covenants,
terms, conditions and agreements of the contract during the original term of
the contract and any extension of the contract, with or without notice to the
surety, and during the life of any guaranty required under the contract, and
also performs and fulfills all of the undertakings, covenants, terms,
conditions and agreements of all duly authorized modifications of the contract
that may hereafter be made, notice of which modifications to the surety being
hereby waived, the above obligation is void. Otherwise it remains in full
force and effect.
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that this bond is executed pursuant to the provisions of
Title 34, Chapter 2, Article 2, of the Arizona Revised Statutes, and all
liabilities on this bond shall be determined in accordance with the provisions
of Title 34, Chapter 2, Article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, to the extend as
if they were copies at length in this agreement.
The prevailing party in a suit on this bond shall recover as part of the
judgment reasonable attorney fees as may be fixed by the judge of the court.
Witness our hand this day of , 20
PRINCIPAL SEAL
BY:
AGENCY OF RECORD
AGENCY ADDRESS SURETY SEAL
BY:
ATTORNEY IN FACT
CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE
CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION
PROJECT: PWC#2018-02
The certifies that the
following insurance policies have been issued on behalf of:
NAME OF INSURED:
ADDRESS OF INSURED:
Type of Policy Effect. Expire Limits of
Insurance Number Date Date Liability
1 . Workers' $100, 000 Each Accident;
Compensation $100, 000 Each Disease,
$500, 000 Disease Policy
Limit
2 . Commercial $1, 000, 000 Each
General Occurrence; $2, 000, 000
Liability Products/Completed
Operations Aggregate;
$2, 000, 000 General
Aggregate Limit
3 . Contractual $1, 000, 000 Each
Bodily Injury & Occurrence
Property Damage
4 . Automobile $1, 000, 000 Each
Bodily Injury & Occurrence
Property Damage
It is further agreed that these policies shall not expire, be canceled
or changed until all work has been completed and the project has been
accepted by the City of Apache Junction. If a policy does expire
during the life of the contract, a renewal Certificate of the required
coverage must be sent to the City of Apache Junction not less than
thirty (30) calendar days prior to expiration date. This Certificate
is not valid unless countersigned by an authorized representative of
the Insurance Company. The Certificate of Insurance must also provide
that the City, its officers, employees and agents are additional
insured parties.
Date: Countersigned by:
Title:
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me this day of 20
by as Insurer.
My Commission Expires :
Notary Public
Direction to Staff: 19-XXX
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Agenda Item No. 9.
'PizoN►' File ID: 19-620
Sponsor: Shane Kiesow Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Presentation and discussion on consideration of award of contract to Viasun Corporation in the
amount of$151,711.00 for the lining of Delaware Drive ditch at Palm Wash.
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Date: January 6, 2020
To: Mayor and Members of the City Council
Through: Bryant Powell, City Manager
Mike Wever, Public Works Director
From: Shane Kiesow, Public Works Manager
Subject: Consideration of award of contract to Viasun Corporation
Public Works staff respectfully brings forth project PWC2019-59 for presentation and
discussion. The presentation will focus on the scope of work and reasoning behind the project
which entails the lining of the Delaware Drive ditch at Palm Wash with shot concrete. This
project was not identified in the Fiscal Year CIP/Street Maintenance Plan and is now being
brought forward due to unforeseen need. Presentation is for information purposes and the
opportunity for councilmembers to ask questions.
Staff looks to bring the item back for city council consideration of award at the January 21, 2020
regular session meeting as a consent item.
575 E. Baseline Avenue, Apache Junction, AZ 85219
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CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION
AGREEMENT FOR MATERIALS AND LABOR
PROJECT NO. : PWC2019-59
"Delaware Drive Channel Lining"
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into by and between the CITY OF
APACHE JUNCTION ("City") , an Arizona municipal corporation, and
VIASUN, an Arizona corporation, ("Contractor") , sometimes
collectively referred to as the "Parties".
RECITALS
A. Contractor asserts its willingness, ability and
qualifications to provide the completed products, goods
and services (the "Work") called for in the Pinal County
cooperative contract no. 175623 and Contractor' s Estimate
dated November 20, 2019 (the "Contract Documents") .
B. City and Contractor desire to set forth herein their
respective responsibilities and the manner and terms upon
which Contractor shall complete the Work.
C. City has complied with the public bidding requirements
under Arizona Revised Statute Title 34 and Apache
Junction City Code ("A. J.C.C. ") Article 3-7, Procurement
Procedure, or such work is categorically exempt from such
process .
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, City retains Contractor to perform, and
Contractor agrees to render the Work in accordance with the
terms and conditions set forth as follows :
1 . PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Contractor shall do and perform
or cause to be done and performed in a good workmanlike manner,
the Work in accordance with and as more fully described in the
Pinal County cooperative contract no. 175623 and Contractor' s
estimate dated November 20, 2019, Exhibit A, including, but not
limited to:
A. Perform Work within existing channel on the east
side of Delaware Drive from the southernmost
entrance to Meridian Manor to approximately 135 feet
to the south.
B. Clear, grub and earthwork to re-construct existing
channel .
C. Install pneumatically placed mortar at a max width
of 45 feet and minimum 135 feet in length.
D. Make enlargement modifications to existing scupper.
E. Provide traffic control . Traffic control plan shall
be pre-approved by the City.
2 . PAYMENTS & COMPLETION: The total amount payable by the
City to the Contractor shall be an amount not to exceed one
hundred fifty-one thousand seven hundred eleven dollars and zero
cents ($151, 711 . 00) (the "Contract Sum") for the performance of
the Work under the Contract Documents. All contracts will be
operable for their full term at the rates quoted in the initial
bid proposal, unless otherwise extended in writing by the City.
Once City finds the Work acceptable under the Contract
Documents, City shall promptly submit for processing a
certificate for payment stating that, to the best of its
knowledge, information and belief on the basis of its
observation and inspection, the Work has been completed in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract
Documents and that partial payment or the se balance due the
Contractor is payable.
3 . CONTRACT TERM: Upon Notice to Proceed by the City,
Contractor shall begin Work no sooner than January 13, 2020 and
shall complete it no later than April 30, 2020 . This provision
does not limit the liability of Contractor for actual damages
sustained by City as a result of any breach of contract or
warranty by Contractor. Extensions may be approved at times as
the Parties mutually deem fit .
4 . LABOR AND MATERIALS : Unless otherwise provided in the
Contract Documents, Contractor shall provide, pay for and insure
under the requisite laws and regulations all labor, materials,
equipment, tools and machinery, water, heat, utilities,
transportation, other facilities and services necessary for the
proper execution and completion of the Work, whether temporary
or permanent, and whether or not incorporated or to be
incorporated in the Work.
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5 . INSPECTIONS AND QUALITY OF WORK: Contractor
understands and agrees that inspection of the Work performed
hereunder will occur by City. Contractor agrees that City will
have the exclusive right to determine, in its sole discretion,
whether the Work has been performed in accordance with the
Contract Documents . Contractor further agrees to make such
corrections to the Work as may be directed by City to conform to
said Contract Documents .
6. WARRANTY: Contractor shall guarantee the Work against
defective workmanship or materials for a period of one (1) year
from the date of its final acceptance under the contract,
ordinary wear and tear and unusual abuse or neglect excepted.
Any omission on the part of City to condemn defective Work or
materials at the time of maintenance Work shall not be deemed an
acceptance and Contractor will be required to correct defective
Work or materials at any time before acceptance. Within one (1)
year from the date of acceptance due to faults in workmanship or
materials, Contractor shall begin making the necessary repairs
to the satisfaction of City within fourteen (14 ) calendar days
of receipt of written notice from City. Such Work shall include
the repair or replacement of other Work or materials damaged or
affected by making the above repairs or corrective work all at
no additional cost to City. In the case of Work materials or
equipment for which warranties are required by the special
provisions of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall provide
or secure from the appropriate subcontractor or supplier such
warranties addressed to and in favor of City and deliver same to
City prior to final acceptance of the Work. Delivery of such
warranties shall not relieve Contractor from any obligation
assumed under any other provision of the contract . The
warranties and guarantees provided in this subsection of the
Contract Documents shall be in addition to and not in limitation
of any other warrantees, guarantees or remedies required by law,
and shall survive the expiration of this Agreement for the time
period mentioned above.
7 . TAXES: Contractor shall pay all license, sales, transaction
privilege, consumer, use and other similar taxes for the Work or
portions thereof provided by Contractor which are legally
enacted at the time bids are received whether or not yet
effective or subsequently applicable due to acts of
jurisdictions or bodies other than City.
8 . PERMITS & FEES: Unless otherwise provided in the Contract
Documents, Contractor shall secure and pay for all permits,
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government fees, licenses and inspections necessary for the
proper execution and completion of work which are customarily
secured after execution of the contract and which are legally
required. Contractor shall give all notices and comply with all
laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and lawful orders of any
public authority bearing on the performance of the Work. City
permits for this Work will be provided to Contractor at no cost .
Contractor represents and warrants that any license necessary to
perform the work under this Agreement is current and valid.
Contractor understands that the activity described herein
constitutes "doing business in the City of Apache Junction" and
Contractor agrees to obtain a business license pursuant to
Article 8-2 of the Apache Junction City Code, Vol . I, and keep
such license current during the term of this Agreement and after
termination of this Agreement any time work is performed
pursuant to the warranty provisions set forth in Section 6.
Contractor also acknowledges that the tax provision of the
Apache Junction Tax Code, Chapter 8A, may also apply and if so,
shall obtain a transaction privilege license and/or other
licenses as may be required by the city code. Any activity by
subcontractors within the corporate city limits will invoke the
same licensing regulations on any subcontractors, and Contractor
ensures its subcontractors will obtain any and all applicable
licenses. If there are taxable activities, a business license
shall be converted to a transaction privilege tax license by the
Contractor and any subcontractors through the City Clerk' s
Office. Further, Contractor agrees to pay all applicable
privilege and use taxes that are applicable to the activities,
products and services provided under this Agreement .
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: Contractor shall at all times
during Contractor' s performance of the services retain
Contractor' s status as an independent contractor. Contractor' s
employees shall under no circumstances be considered or held to
be employees or agents of City, and City shall have no
obligation to pay or withhold state or federal taxes, or provide
workers compensation or unemployment insurance for or on behalf
of them or Contractor. Contractor shall supervise and direct
the delivery of the materials using its best skill and
attention. Except as provided in this Agreement, Contractor
shall be solely responsible for all construction means, methods,
techniques, sequences and procedures, and for coordinating all
portions of the Work required by the Contract Documents .
Contractor shall be responsible to City for the acts and
omissions of its employees, subcontractors and their agents and
employees and other persons providing any of the Work.
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10 . SUPERINTENDENT: Contractor shall employ a competent
project superintendent who shall be in attendance at the project
site during the progress of the Work. The superintendent shall
represent and be the community agent of Contractor and
communications given to the superintendent shall be as binding
as if given to Contractor. Important communications shall be
confirmed in writing. The designated superintendent shall be
designated for each project and communicated to City before the
Work is performed.
11 . PROGRESS SCHEDULE: Contractor shall, immediately after
entering into this Agreement, generate an estimated Work
progress schedule, which shall be maintained and updated during
the project . Work may progress during regular City business
hours only if it is determined by City not to disturb normal
operations.
12 . INDEMNIFICATION: To the fullest extent permitted by law,
Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless City, its
elected and appointed officers, officials, agents, and employees
from and against any and all liability including but not limited
to demands, claims, actions, fees, costs and expenses, including
attorney and expert witness fees, arising from or connected with
or alleged to have arisen from or connected with, relating to,
arising out of, or alleged to have resulted only from the
negligent, intentional or reckless acts, errors, mistakes,
omissions, Work or services of Contractor, its agents,
employees, or any tier of Contractor' s subcontractors in the
performance of this Agreement . Contractor' s duty to defend,
hold harmless and indemnify City, its special districts, elected
and appointed officers, officials, agents, and employees shall
arise in connection with any tortious claim, damage, loss or
expense that is attributable to bodily injury, sickness,
disease, death, or injury to, impairment, or destruction of
property including loss of use resulting therefrom, only caused,
by a Contractor' s negligent, intentional, or reckless acts,
errors, mistakes, omissions, Work or services in the performance
of this Agreement including any employee of Contractor, any tier
of Contractor' s subcontractor or any other person for whose
acts, errors, mistakes, omissions, work or services Contractor
may be legally liable.
13. SUBCONTRACTORS : All subcontractors chosen by Contractor
will be subject to City' s approval . All subcontractors shall be
identified by Contractor prior to award of contract . Contractor
shall make no substitutions for any subcontractor, person or
entity previously selected without the approval of City.
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14 . APPLICABLE LAW AND VENUE: The terms and conditions of this
Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance
with the laws of the State of Arizona. Any action at law or in
equity brought by either Party for the purpose of enforcing a
right or rights provided for in this Agreement, shall be tried
in a court of competent jurisdiction in Pinal County, State of
Arizona. The Parties hereby waive all provisions of law
providing for a change of venue in such proceeding to any other
county. In the event either Party shall bring suit to enforce
any term of this Agreement or to recover any damages for and on
account of the breach of any term or condition in this
Agreement, it is mutually agreed that the prevailing Party in
such action shall recover all costs including: all litigation
and appeal expenses, collection expenses, reasonable attorneys'
fees, necessary witness fees and court costs to be determined by
the court in such action.
15 . INSURANCE: Contractor, at its own expense, shall purchase
and maintain the herein stipulated minimum insurance with
companies duly licensed, possessing a current A.M. Best, Inc.
Rating of B++6, or approved unlicensed in the State of Arizona
with policies and forms satisfactory to City.
All insurance required herein shall be maintained in full force
and effect until all Work required to be performed under the
terms of the Agreement is satisfactorily completed and formally
accepted; failure to do so may, at the sole discretion of City,
constitute a material breach of this Agreement .
Contractor' s insurance shall be primary insurance as respects
the City, and any insurance or self---insurance maintained by City
shall not contribute to it .
Any failure to comply with the claim reporting provisions of the
insurance policies or any breach of an insurance policy warranty
shall not affect coverage afforded under the insurance policies
to protect City.
The insurance policies, except Workers' Compensation, shall
contain a waiver of transfer rights of recovery (subrogation)
against City, its agents, officers, officials and employees for
any claims arising out of Contractor' s acts, errors, mistakes,
omissions, Work or service .
The insurance policies may provide coverage which contains
deductibles or self-insured retentions . Such deductible and/or
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self-insured retentions shall not be applicable with respect to
the coverage provided to City under such policies . Contractor
shall be solely responsible for the deductible and/or self
retention and City, at its option, may require Contractor to
secure payment of such deductibles or self-insured retentions by
a Surety Bond or an irrevocable and unconditional letter of
credit .
City reserves the right to request and to receive, within ten
(10) working days, certified copies of any or all of the herein
required insurance policies and/or endorsements . City shall not
be obligated, however, to review same or to advise Contractor of
any deficiencies in such policies and endorsements, and such
receipt shall not relieve Contractor from, or be deemed a waiver
of, City' s right to insist on strict fulfillment of Contractor' s
obligations under this Agreement.
The insurance policies, except Workers' Compensation and
Professional Liability, required by this Agreement, shall name
City, its agents, officers, officials and employees as
Additional Insureds.
REQUIRED COVERAGE
Commercial General Liability
Contractor shall maintain Commercial General Liability insurance
with a limit of not less than $1, 000, 000 for each occurrence
with a $2, 000, 000 Products/Completed Operations Aggregate and a
$2, 000, 000 General Aggregate limit. The policy shall include
coverage for bodily injury, broad form property damage, personal
injury, products and completed operations and blanket
contractual coverage including, but not limited to, the
liability assumed under the indemnification provisions of this
Agreement, which coverage will be at least as broad as that on
Insurance Service Office, Inc. Policy Form No. CG 00011093, or
any replacements thereof.
Such policy shall contain a severability of interest provision,
and shall not contain a sunset provision or commutation clause,
nor any provision which would serve to limit third party action
over claims .
The Commercial General Liability additional insured endorsement
shall be at least as broad as the Insurance Service Office,
Inc. ' s Additional Insured, Form B, CG 20101185, and shall
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include coverage for Contractor' s operations and products and
completed operations .
If required by this Agreement, if Contractor sublets any part of
the Work, Contractor shall purchase and maintain, at all times
during prosecution of the Work, under this Agreement, an Owner
and Contractor' s Protective Liability insurance policy for
bodily injury and property damage, including death, which may
arise in the prosecution of Contractor' s Work, under this
Agreement . Coverage shall be on an occurrence basis with a
limit not less than $1, 000, 000 per occurrence, and the policy
shall be issued by the same insurance company that issues
Contractor' s Commercial General Liability insurance.
Automobile Liability
Contractor shall maintain Commercial/Business Automobile
Liability insurance with a combined single limit for bodily
injury and property damage of not less than $1, 000, 000 each
occurrence with respect to Contractor' s owned, hired, and non-
owned vehicles assigned to or used in performance of
Contractor' s Work. Coverage will be at least as broad as
coverage code 1, "any auto", (Insurance Service Office, Inc.
Policy Form CA 00011293, or any replacements thereof) . Such
insurance shall include coverage for loading and off loading
hazards . If hazardous substances, materials or wastes are to be
transported, MCS 90 endorsement shall be included and $5, 000, 000
per accident limits for bodily injury and property damage shall
apply.
Workers' Compensation
Contractor shall carry Workers' Compensation insurance to cover
obligations imposed by federal and state statutes having
jurisdiction of Contractor' s employees engaged in the
performance of the Work; and, Employer' s Liability insurance of
not less than $100, 000 for each accident, $100, 000 disease for
each employee, and $500, 000 disease policy limit .
By execution of this Agreement, Contractor certifies as follows :
"I am aware and understand the provisions of A. R. S . § 23-
900 et seq. which requires every employer to be insured
against liability for workers' compensation or to undertake
self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of this
chapter, and I will comply with such provisions before
commencing the performance of the Work of this Agreement . "
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If Contractor has no employees for whom workers' compensation
insurance is required, Contractor shall submit a declaration or
affidavit to City so stating and covenanting to obtain such
insurance if and when Contractor employs any employees subject
to coverage.
In case any work is subcontracted, Contractor will require
subcontractors to provide Workers` Compensation and Employer' s
Liability insurance to at least the same extent as required of
Contractor.
Certificates of Insurance
Prior to commencing Work or services under this Agreement,
Contractor shall furnish City with Certificates of Insurance, or
formal endorsements as required by the Agreement, issued by
Contractor' s insurer (s) , as evidence that policies providing the
required coverages, conditions and limits required by this
Agreement are in full force and effect. The form of the
certificates of insurance and endorsements shall be subject to
the approval of the Apache Junction City Attorney' s Office,
shall comply with the terms of this Agreement, and shall be
issued and delivered to City Attorney, City of Apache Junction,
300 East Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction, AZ, 85119.
In the event any insurance policies required by this Agreement
are written on a "claims made" basis, coverage shall extend for
two (2) years past completion and acceptance of Contractor' s
Work and as evidenced by annual Certificates of Insurance.
If a policy does expire during the life of the Agreement, a
renewal certificate must be sent to City thirty (30) calendar
days prior to the expiration date .
All Certificates of Insurance shall be identified with bid
serial number and title. Policies or certificates and completed
forms of City' s Additional Insured Endorsement (or a
substantially equivalent insurance company form acceptable to
the City Attorney) evidencing the coverage required by this
section shall be filed with the City and shall include the City
as an additional insured. The policy or policies shall be in
the usual form of a public liability insurance, but shall also
include the following provision:
"Solely as respects work done by or on behalf of the named
insured for the City of Apache Junction, it is agreed that
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the City of Apache Junction and its officers and employees
are added as additional insureds under this policy. "
Insurance required herein shall not expire, be canceled, or
materially changed without thirty (30) calendar days' prior
written notice to City.
16. CHANGE ORDERS: A change order is a written order to
Contractor, approved by the City representative, issued after
execution of this maintenance agreement authorizing a change in
the Work or an adjustment in the maintenance agreement sum or
the maintenance agreement time . A change order signed by
Contractor indicates their agreement therewith. City may,
without invalidating this maintenance agreement, order changes
in the Work within the general scope of the maintenance
agreement consisting of additions, deletions or other revisions,
the maintenance agreement sum and the maintenance agreement
being adjusted accordingly. All such changes in the Work shall
be authorized by change order and shall be performed under the
applicable conditions of this maintenance agreement . The City
representative shall have authority to order minor changes in
the Work not involving an adjustment in the maintenance
agreement sum or extension of maintenance agreement time and not
inconsistent with the intent of this maintenance agreement . All
such changes shall be effected by written order and shall be
binding upon City and Contractor. All change order disagreements
of the Contractor shall be submitted in writing to the City
Manager within five (5) calendar days after the difference of
opinion or grievance occurs. Within five (5) calendar days of
receiving a written grievance, the City Manager shall respond in
writing to the Contractor and city staff representative. The
City Manager' s decision shall be final and binding.
17 . SUCCESSORS & ASSIGNS: City and Contractor each bind
themselves, their partners, successors, assigns and legal
representatives to the other Party hereto and to the partners,
successors, assigns and legal representatives of such other
Party
in respect to all covenants, agreements and obligations
contained in the contract documents. Neither Party to the
contract shall assign the contract or sublet it as a whole or
delegates its duties thereunder without the written consent of
the other, nor shall Contractor assign any monies due or to
become due to or to become due to it without the previous
written consent of City.
18 . WRITTEN NOTICE: Written notice shall be deemed to have
been duly served if delivered in person to the individual or
member of the firm or entity, or to an office of the corporation
for whom it was intended or if delivered at or sent registered
or certified mail, return receipt requested, and first class
postage prepaid to the last business address known to them who
gives the notice .
19 . CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES : Should either Party to the contract
suffer injury or damage to personal property because of any act
or omission of the other Party or of their employees or agents
for whose acts they are legally liable, claims shall be made in
writing to such other parties with_.n a reasonable time after the
first observance of such injury or damages .
20 . PAYMENT & PERFORMANCE BONDS: City shall have the right to
require Contractor to furnish bonds covering the faithful
performance of the contract and the payment of all obligations
arising hereunder. When requ'_ red, standard bond forms must be
completed by Contractor, and Contractor agrees to conform to all
provisions set forth in such forms .
21. SAFETY: Contractor and/or its subcontractors shall be
solely responsible for job safety at all times .
22 . RIGHTS & REMEDIES: The duties and obligations imposed by
the Contract Documents and the rights and remedies available
hereunder shall be in addition to and not a limitation of any
duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise imposed or
available by law. No action or failure to act by City or
Contractor shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty
afforded any of them under the contract, nor shall any action or
failure to act constitute an approval of or an acquiescence to
any breaches hereunder except as may be specifically agreed to
in writing.
23 . FORCE MAJEURE: Neither City nor Contractor, as the
case may be, shall be considered not to have performed its
obligations under this Agreement in the event of enforced delay
(an 'Enforced Delay") due to causes beyond its control and
without its fault or negligence or failure to comply with
applicable laws, including, but not restricted to, acts of God,
fires, floods, epidemics, pandemics, quarantine, restrictions,
embargoes, labor disputes, and unusually severe weather or the
delays of subcontractors or materialmen due to such causes, acts
of a public enemy, war, terrorism or act of terror (including
but not limited to bio-terrorism or eco-terrorism) , nuclear
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radiation, blockade, insurrection, riot, labor strike or
interruption, extortion, sabotage, or similar occurrence or any
exercise of the power of eminent domain of any governmental body
on behalf of any public entity, or a declaration of moratorium
or similar hiatus (whether permanent or temporary) by any public
entity directly affecting the obligations under this Agreement .
In no event will Enforced Delay include any delay resulting from
unavailability for any reason of labor shortages, or the
unavailability for any reason of particular Contractors,
subcontractors, vendors or investors desired by Contractor in
connection with the obligations under this Agreement .
Contractor agrees that Contractor alone will bear all risks of
delay which are not Enforced Delay. In the event of the
occurrence of any such Enforced Delay, the time or times for
performance of the obligations of the Party claiming delay shall
be extended for a period of the Enforced Delay; provided,
however, that the Party seeking the benefit of the provisions of
this Section shall, within thirty (30) calendar days after such
Party knows or should know of any such Enforced Delay, first
notify the other Party of the specific delay in writing and
claim the right to an extension for the period of the Enforced
Delay; and provided further that in no event shall a period of
Enforced Delay exceed ninety (90) calendar days .
24 . TERMINATION:
A. TERMINATION BY CITY: City shall be permitted to
terminate this Agreement if in the discretion of the Public
Works Director or his or her designee, they believe Contractor
has failed to meet the terms of this Agreement . City shall
provide Notice of Termination to Contractor by Certified U. S.
Mail ten (10) calendar days before such termination takes
effect .
B. TERMINATION BY CONTRACTOR: Contractor may terminate
this Agreement if City fails to make payment as agreed upon in
this document . Any other termination will be deemed a breach of
contract by Contractor. Contractor shall provide Notice of
Termination to City by Certified U. S . Mail ten (10) calendar
days before such termination takes effect .
25. RECORDS: Records of Contractor' s labor, payroll and other
costs pertaining to this Agreement shall be kept on a generally
recognized accounting basis and made available to City for
inspection on request . Contractor shall maintain records for a
period of at least two (2) years after termination of this
Agreement, and shall make such records available during that
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retention period for examination or audit by City personnel
during regular business hours .
26. AMENDMENT: It is mutually understood and agreed that
no alteration or variation of the terms and conditions of this
Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and signed by
the Parties hereto, and that oral understandings or agreements
not incorporated herein shall not be binding on the Parties .
The representatives of the Parties (signatory for Contractor
noted below or his or her designee, and the City Manager, or his
or her designee) , shall be authorized to execute future
amendments or extensions of this Agreement.
27 . ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement and any attachments
represent the entire agreement between City and Contractor and
supersede all prior negotiations, representations or agreements,
either express or implied, written or oral. It is mutually
understood and agreed that no alteration or variation of the
terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be valid unless
made in writing and signed by the parties hereto . Written and
signed amendments shall automatically become part of the
supporting documents, and shall supersede any inconsistent
provision therein; provided, however, that any apparent
inconsistency shall be resolved, if possible, by construing the
provisions as mutually complementary and supplementary.
28. SEVERABILITY: City and Contractor each believe that
the execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement are in
compliance with all applicable laws . However, in the unlikely
event that any provision of this Agreement is declared void or
unenforceable (or is construed as requiring City to do any act
in violation of any applicable laws, including any
constitutional provision, law, regulation, or City Code) , such
provision shall be deemed severed from this Agreement and this
Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and effect;
provided that this Agreement shall retroactively be deemed
reformed to the extent reasonably possible in such a manner so
that the reformed agreement (and any related agreements
effective as of the same date) provide essentially the same
rights and benefits (economic and otherwise) to the Parties as
if such severance and reformation were not required. Unless
prohibited by applicable laws, the Parties further shall perform
all acts and execute, acknowledge and/or deliver all amendments,
instruments and consents necessary to accomplish and to give
effect to the purposes of this Agreement, as reformed.
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29 . TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence with
respect to all provisions in this Agreement . Any delay in
performance by either Party shall constitute a material breach
of this Agreement .
30 . CONFLICT OF INTEREST: This Agreement is subject to,
and may be terminated by City in accordance with, the provisions
of A. R. S . § 38-511 .
31 . PROHIBITION TO CONTRACT WITH CONTRACTORS WHO ENGAGE IN
BOYCOTT OF THE STATE OF ISRAEL: The Parties acknowledge A. R. S.
§§ 35-393 through 35-393 . 03, as amended, which forbids public
entities from contracting with Contractors who engage in
boycotts of the State of Israel. Should Contractor under this
Agreement engage in any such boycott against the State of
Israel, this Agreement shall be deemed automatically terminated
by operation of law. Any such boycott is a material breach of
contract .
32 . COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS: Contractor
understands and acknowledges the applicability of the American
with Disabilities Act, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of
1986 and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1989 to the services
performed under this Agreement .
As required by A. R. S. § 41-4401, Contractor hereby warrants its
compliance with all federal immigration laws and regulations
that relate to its employees and A.R. S. § 23-214 (A) . Contractor
further warrants that after hiring an employee, Contractor will
verify the employment eligibility of the employee through the E-
Verify program. If Contractor uses any subcontractors in
performance of services, subcontractors shall warrant their
compliance with all federal immigration laws and regulations
that relate to its employees and A.R. S . § 23-214 (A) , and
subcontractors shall further warrant that after hiring an
employee, such subcontractor verifies the employment eligibility
of the employee through the E-Verify program. A breach of this
warranty shall be deemed a material breach of the Agreement that
is subject to penalties up to and including termination of this
Agreement . Contractor is subject to a penalty of $100 per day
for the first violation, $500 per day for the second violation,
and $1, 000 per day for the third violation. City at its option
may terminate this Agreement after the third violation.
Contractor shall not be deemed in material breach of this
Agreement if the Contractor and/or subcontractors establish
compliance with the employment verification provisions of
Sections 274A and 274B of the federal Immigration and
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Nationality Act and the E-Verify requirements contained in
A.R. S. § 23-214 (A) . City retains the legal right to inspect the
papers of any Contractor or subcontractor employee who works
under this Agreement to ensure that the Contractor or
subcontractor is complying with the warranty. Any inspection
will be conducted after reasonable notice and at reasonable
times . If state law is amended, the Parties may modify this
paragraph consistent with state law.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties hereto have caused this
Agreement to be signed by their duly authorized representative
as of this day of , 2020 .
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an Arizona municipal corporation
By: Jeff Serdy
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ATTEST:
Jennifer Pena
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Richard J. Stern
City Attorney
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Sponsor: Larry Kirch and Sidney Urias Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Presentation and discussion of the proposed 2020 General Plan.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
City Council
Jeff Serdy, Mayor
Chip Wilson, Vice Mayor
Robin Barker, Councilmember
Gail Evans, Councilmember
Christa Rizzi, Councilmember
Jeff Struble, Councilmember •✓
Robert Schroeder, Councilmember
Planning Commission
Theresa Nesser, Chair
Peter Heck,Vice Chair
Dave Hantzche, Commissioner [ n
Willie Howard, Commissioner
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Steve Kridler, Commissioner rrc)��1���
Shirley Ooley, Commissioner
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Michael McGraw, Commissioner
City Staff
Bryant Powell, City Manager Sean Collins, GIS Specialist
Matt Busby,Assistant City Manager Thomas Kelly, Chief of Police
Anna McCray,Assistant to the City Manager Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director
Joel Stern, City Attorney Mike Wever, Public Works Director
Larry Kirch, Development Services Director Frank Blanco,Water District Director
Kathy Connelly, City Clerk Spencer Paden, Library Director
Rudy Esquivias, Planning Manager Janine Hanna-Solley, Economic Development
Sidney Urias, Senior Planner Director
Kelsey Schattnik, Planning Intern Elan Vallender, Senior Economic Development
Al Bravo, Public Information Officer Specialist
Matt McNulty, Production/Marketing& Damon Anglin, District Manager
Communications Specialist Sam Jarjice, Project Engineer
Joseph Kliner, GIS Coordinator Heather Patel, Sponsorship/Partnership Programs
Coordinator
And all the residents that contributed to the plan and provided guidance throughout the
process.
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Apache Junction General Plan 2050
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Council Resolution
Acknowledgements
PART 1
Introduction and Community Profile
CommunityProfile ...........................................................................................................................................................Page
ExecutiveSummary...........................................................................................................................................................Page
CommunityVision dam'Mission.........................................................................................................................................Page
PART 2
Plan Elements
Chapter 1 Environmental Planning (Conservation,Natural Resources, and Energy)................................................Page
Chapter 2 Parks, Recreation and Open Space.................................................................................................................Page
Chapter 3 Neighborhood Preservation, Revitalization and Housing............................................................................Page
Chapter 4 Downtown AJ - Conservation, Rehabilitation and Redevelopment............................................................Page
Chapter5 Economic Development..................................................................................................................................Page
Chapter 6 Public Safety, Services and Facilities...............................................................................................................Page
Chapter7 Circulation.........................................................................................................................................................Page
Chapter8 Water Resources................................................................................................................................................Page
Chapter9 Growth Area.....................................................................................................................................................Page
Chapter 10 Cost of Development, Capital Improvements............................................................................................Page
Chapter11 Land Use.........................................................................................................................................................Page
Chapter 12 Intergovernmental Cooperation...................................................................................................................Page
PART 3
Plan Implementation
Chapter 13 Amending the General Plan..........................................................................................................................Page
Chapter 14 Implementation,Monitoring, and Annual Reporting.................................................................................Page
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WHAT IS A GENERAL PLAN? of development policies to guide land use and
development decisions that benefit the community for
The term "general plan" describes a general, generations to come.
comprehensive,long-range statement of goals,
and related policies to guide future growth and GENERAL PLAN ORGANIZATION
development within a community. The general plan is
comprehensive because it seeks to coordinate all of The 2020-2050 Legendary Landscapes and Lifestyles
the interrelated systems and land uses within the City general plan is designed for use by all city residents,
of Apache Junction ("city"). While the plan guides the businesses, property owners, developers, staff and
physical development, it also deals indirectly with social elected and appointed officials. The document is
and political issues. The general plan is not intended to divided into chapters that address land use; circulation;
be a rigid or static document, nor meant to replace the growth areas; energy and environmental planning;
zoning ordinance. parks and recreation/open space;water resources;
public services and facilities; housing; economic
WHY DOES APACHE JUNCTION NEED A development; intergovernmental cooperation and
GENERAL PLAN? implementation strategies. The chapters addressing
plan elements include goals and policies to guide future
State law requires that municipalities with more than decision-making. The terms "goal" and "policy" are
2,500 residents shall update their respective general described as follows:
plan every ten years. Municipalities with populations
between 10,000 and 50,000 are required to include the Goal: A desired end or target that,if pursued over
following elements in its plan: land use, circulation, the long-term,will contribute to the attainment of the
open space, environmental, growth areas, cost of community vision and overall general plan.
development and a water element. Because the city
has substantial growth potential, the plan also includes Policy: A specific statement that guides decision-
some of the elements required by state law for making to implement and accomplish the Goal.
municipalities with populations of more than 50,000.
These elements include public services and facilities, WHAT IS THE GENERAL PLAN IMPACT?
housing, energy and economic development. Finally,
the general plan must be approved by the voters. The 2020 general plan does not change existing zoning.
The 2020 general plan is more than an update to the In other words, if property is currently zoned and not
2010 general plan. The plan serves as an expression in conformance with the adopted plan, the property
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may be developed according to the in-place zoning. of amenities, public facilities, private development, and
While proposed zoning must conform to the adopted infrastructure residents and businesses desire. Since
plan, the plan is not set in concrete. State law requires the general plan elements are related to one another,
general plans to define major amendments to a general elements should be considered collectively in the
plan and how they are processed. A two-thirds vote decision-making process.
of the city council is required to approve a major
amendment to the general plan and state law limits
presentation of major amendments to a single public
hearing before council during the calendar year the
proposal for the amendment is made.
The general plan affects every resident and business in
Apache Junction because it provides guidance to the
public and private entities about the types and locations
COMMUNITY DEMOGRAPHICS
Table 1.1
HISTORICAL POPULATION GROWTH
CENSUS YEAR POPULATION %CHANGE
1980 9,935 -
1990 18,100 45%
2000 31,814 43%
2010 35,838 11%
2018-2019 (EST.) 41,739 16%
Source U.S. Census Bureau
Table 1.2
APACHE JUNCTION POPULATION PROJECTIONS
CENSUS YEAR POPULATION
2020 40,458
2025 43,708
2030 47,409
2035 51,557
2040 56,402
Source U.S. Census Bureau
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Table 1.3
%of State of
Ethnic Composition Apache Junction Total Arizona Pinal County %of Total %of Total
White 34,260 83% 357,097 83% 5,823,504 83%
Black 479 1% 21,512 5% 350,814 5%
American Indian 736 2% 30,117 7% 350,814 5%
Asian 459 1% 8,605 2% 245,569 4%
Hispanic 5358 13% 129,071 30% 2,175,044 31%
Total 41,292 - 430,237 - 7,016,270 -
Source U.S. Census Bureau
Table 1.4
Educational Attainment Apache Junction Pinal County State of Arizona
High School 78% 85% 86%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11% 15% 28%
Source U.S. Census Bureau
Table 1.5 Table 1.6
Poverty Level Percent Below Poverty Median Household
Level Income
Apache Junction 21% Apache Junction $38,053
Mesa 16% Mesa $50,615
Gilbert 6% Gilbert $85,581
Queen Creek 8% Queen Creek $90,687
Pinal County 17% Pinal County $51,190
State of Arizona 18% State of Arizona $51,340
Source U.S. Census Bureau Source U.S. Census Bureau
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Table 1.7
Apache Junction Housing Type Units % of Total
Mobile Home 11,398 50%
Single-Family Detached 6047 27%
Other (e.g. RV's) 2987 13%
Multi-Family (5+ units/bldg) 1203 5%
Plex (2-4 units/bldg) 1146 5%
Total 22,781 100%
Source U.S. Census Bureau
Table 1.8
Median Home Value
Apache Junction $89,600
Mesa $168,500
Gilbert $264,700
Queen Creek $184,700
Pinal County $142,200
State of Arizona $176,900
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Table 1.9
Top Employers Business Name Employees
1 Apache Junction School District 410
2 City of Apache Junction 290
3 Walmart 220
4 Superstition Mountain Mental Health 190
Center
5 Western Industrial Resources Corp. 130
6 Central Arizona College 130
7 Fry's Food Stores 110
8 Alaska Structures Inc. 100
9 US Postal Service 100
10 Safeway Stores Inc. 80
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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HOW THIS PLAN WAS DEVELOPED should reflect community input. Additional comments
The 2050 general plan is not just an update of the 2010 revealed a consistent theme of concerns from
general plan, but rather a comprehensive examination residents. While some of the input was not flattering,
of the 2010 plan, along with a reexamination of the it is vital to listen to the residents so that Apache
most critical issues that the city will face over the next Junction becomes the community they all envision.
30 years. The public process included a number of Below are some of the predominant themes from the
public meetings, presentations and outreach efforts comment section of the survey where respondents
to numerous committees and groups, community could provide additional information or concerns
stakeholders, advertisement on the city website as well regarding the city or general plan:
as through various social media venues. Data was
gathered through these meetings and via a survey taken Appearance of the Community
in person or online. Over 1,300 respondents answered Residents overwhelmingly expressed their concern
the survey regarding the future of Apache Junction. regarding the appearance of the community. Residents
The survey addressed a number of development topics expressed their frustration with property owner
such as types of desired development within the city, maintenance on individual lots, residential subdivisions
desired development specifically south of Baseline and commercial centers along Apache Trail. Residents
Avenue which is currently vacant and mostly owned by felt that the lack of pride in ownership was especially
the Arizona State Land Department ("ASLD"), desired evident along Apache Trail. Many residents voiced the
development and uses in the downtown, perceived necessity of community cleanups and the importance
transportation concerns, overall desired housing of redevelopment along the Apache Trail Corridor.
design/type, as well as general demographic data from
respondents such as age group and seasonal (winter Lack of Businesses/Shopping Opportunities
visitor) vs. full-time resident.
Residents also stated that the majority of their
Eighty-nine percent (89%) of respondents identified shopping is done outside of the community. This
themselves as full-time, year round residents and sixty- finding was also highlighted by one of the questions
eight percent (68%) of those who took the survey were in the survey. Residents are actively requesting and
54 years of age or younger. inquiring about businesses coming to Apache Junction.
Residents are seeking mainstream business chains
Below are the survey findings: to serve as anchors to commercial centers such as
Target, Lowe's, Harkins and Costco to name a few.
1. Top principles for the general plan are: quality Residents expressed that existing businesses are often
services (police, fire, parks and libraries) in poor condition and are not meeting the needs of the
2. Type of development that should be encouraged: community.
single-family residential, job creating uses
3. Type of development that should be encouraged Homelessness and the At-Risk Community
south of baseline avenue: single-family residential, Concerns regarding the homeless population and
job creating uses, mixed-use development the at-risk community were also expressed in the
4. Top traffic concerns: lack of mass transit, condition comment section of the survey. Residents would like
of roads to see additional community resources to help these
groups of people. Residents conveyed the necessity of
5. Top development preference for the downtown: housing, emergency shelters and workforce programs
entertainment center, restaurant corridor to help alleviate these social issues.
6. Type of housing that should be encouraged: single-
family residential (1 st and 2nd time home buyer PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
options)
7. 70 percent (70%) of respondents are spending 74 Challenges
percent (74%) of their disposable income outside As previously suggested, the city has historically
of the city. suffered from a public perception standpoint. While
Because community input frames the plan, the plan the city has worked diligently throughout the years
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to improve its image and overall appearance of Planning for Development South of Baseline
the community, it still has a very long way to go. Avenue
These challenges have impacted other aspects of The city is on the threshold of development for the
the community such as a lack of businesses/jobs as land south of Baseline Avenue. It is slated to be the
well as an increase in the homelessness population. next big phase of development within the following
Furthermore, because of the lack of employment decade. This area encompasses over 6,700 acres
opportunities in the city, residents are forced to of undeveloped land mostly owned by the ASLD.
travel outside of the city's boundary to work and When the ASLD is prepared to auction this land for
spend their disposable income. As a result, increased development, the general plan provides guidance for
traffic and congestion are frequently voiced by the planning and development of this land through
residents as a concern especially during the peak work the land use and growth areas elements that encourage
commuting hours and during winter months when land uses that provide homes, jobs and take advantage
the city experiences a seasonal increase in population. of best land practices. When this occurs, the city will
Throughout the coming years, city staff must work face the "Tale of Two Cities" dilemma in terms of
together to help reduce and ultimately solve these balancing new development with the redevelopment
aggregate concerns. that citizens are demanding along Apache Trail in the
Downtown.
Housing
As Apache Junction's population changes, so does
the demand for different types of housing stock.
Currently, the city has less multi-family and single-
family residential homes per capita than Queen Creek,
Chandler, Gilbert or Mesa. A highly disproportionate
percentage of current housing stock resides in
manufactured/recreational vehicle homes. It currently
totals approximately 63 percent (63%) of the city's
residences. As a result, only 27 percent (27%) of
the city's housing stock is considered single family
development. As young people grow out of their
parent's home it is important to have a diversity of
housing types in order to keep new generations within
the city. Moreover, the lack of diversity in housing
stock also has a direct effect on people being able to
move into the city. The general plan addresses this
concern through appropriate land use designations and
housing policies.
Workforce
The lack of employment opportunities within the city
has a direct affect on the population demographics.
Considering Apache Junction is already one of the
most eastern cities in the valley, it is vital for the
community's sustainability to appropriately designate
commercial and industrial centers to promote job
growth. This will result in higher household incomes.
Presently the city's median household income is
approximately $38,000. This is significantly lower than
neighboring cities as outlined in Table 1.6.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Goal 1.4 - Conserve existing habitat, recreate habitat
where it has been destroyed and provide new habitats
where appropriate.
With the help from residents of Apache Junction,
the general plan has been drafted to be used as a Goal - Preserve the variety of animal and plant
tool that guides future growth and development by species in Apache Junction.
community stakeholders, staff, and elected officials.
Goal - Support sustainable building practices that
The plan contains specific goals and policies within
each chapter that will guide the intent of the chapter. reduce the impact on environmental quality, resource
These goals and policies will work cohesively use and human health.
throughout the plan to ultimately fulfill the residents'
vision for Apache Junction. Some of these goals will Goal - Protect and enhance air quality and public
be fulfilled with thoughtful planning and tracking health.
while using existing resources. Some goals will be
fulfilled when funding becomes available at a later Goal - Reduce the amount of solid waste and
date. Due to the city's current limitations of funding minimize illegal dumping via an integrated solid
sources, the community will need to start having waste management system.
conversations on possible funding alternatives or
approaches in order to fulfill some goals. Below are Chapter 2: Parks, Recreation and Open
the goals listed in each of the twelve (12) element Space Element
chapters. Goal 2.1 - Develop a system of parks, trails and
open space to meet the recreational and health needs
PLAN ELEMENTS & GOALS of Apache Junction residents and visitors.
Chapter 1: Environmental Planning Goal 2.2 - Plan for the safety, maintenance, and
Element expansion of existing facilities.
Goal 1.1 - Protect the planning area's unique
environmental assets and quality of life. Goal 2.3 -Take a leadership role in the community
for execution of a diverse parks and recreation
Goal 1.2 - Protect dark skies in Apache Junction. programming and services strategy.
Goal 1.3 - Encourage low impact development Goal 2.4 - Promote the parks, trails and open
practices to mitigate the negative impacts of space system as a quality of life asset to attract new
urbanization. employers, residents and visitors to the community.
XXIV EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Goal 2.5 - Utilize multiple funding sources in order downtown Apache Junction.
to maximize services, programs, and facility amenities
for our citizens. Goal 4.4 - Improve walkability and wayfinding in the
downtown core.
Chapter 3: Neighborhood Preservation,
Revitalization and Housing Element Goal 4.5 - Identify redevelopment opportunities.
Goal 3.1 - Create policies regarding manufactured Goaland mobile home use and redevelopment. Trail. 6 - Create a "main street" along N. Apache
Trail.
Goal 3.2 - Diversify housing stock and
neighborhoods by incorporating a variety of housing Goal - Provide a balance of land uses.
types and associated values to allow for a diverse
Goal 4.8 - Provide a variety of housing options.
demographic of residents.
Goal 3.3 - Maintain and attract a quality housing Goal 4.9 -Attract a diverse mix of business types.
stock in condition, design and construction standards. Chapter 5' Economic Development
Goal 3.4 - Incorporate sustainable practices in all Element
housing development. Goal 5.1 - Attract all quality private investment that
will add value and bring diversification to current and
Chapter 4: Downtown AJ future residents of Apache Junction as a great place
Goal 4.1 - Develop a comprehensive downtown to live,work and play.
master plan. Goal 5.2 - Align resources and priorities to enhance
Goal 4.2 - Establish architectural branding, place- expansion and attraction of the city's targeted
making and tourism. industries.
Goal 4.3 - Create an entertainment district in Goal 5.3 - Continue redevelopment efforts within
downtown Apache Junction.
Goal 5.4 - Enhance the image and elevate awareness
of Apache Junction and all it has to offer.
Goal 5.5 - Make room for all by maintaining the very
unique characteristics and rich history of Apache
Junction's existing development patterns and lifestyle
preferences,while recognizing new growth of state
,. land will come with vastly different preferences for
y development.
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Goal 5.6 - Continue to strengthen and advocate for
�!` + economic development oppotunities that considers
current conditions, existing needs, business threats
and opportunities, and solution oriented deliverables
that will strengthen existing businesses.
' ,:►� Chapter 6: Public Safety, Services and
• Facilities Element
Goal 6.1 - Continue to provide excellent police and
'A '"`Ilk fire services.
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Goal 6.2 - Continue to provide adequate public Goal 10.5 - Ensure that new development pays its
facilities. fair and proportional share of the cost of additional
public facility and service needs.
Goal 6.3 - Provide for stormwater management.
Goal 10.6 - Relate infrastructure investment and land
Goal 6.4 - Comprehensive community planning. use decisions to municipal economic sustainability.
Goal 6.5 - Support cultural facilities. Chapter 11: Land Use Element
Goal 11.1 - Be considerate of the rural character of
Goal 6.6 - Support educational facilities. the city.
Chapter 7: Circulation Element Goal 11.2 - Provide a balance of uses throughout the
Goal 7.1 - Identify and prioritize transportation community.
projects.
Goal 11.3 - Revitalize older neighborhoods and the
Goal 7.2 - Implement the Active Transportation Plan downtown.
(ATP).
Goal 11.4 - Encourage and promote sustainable land
Goal 7.3 - Promote regional transportation planning. use development.
Goal 7.4 - Implement intelligent transportation Goal 11.5 - Provide equal protection of existing
systems and technology advancements. aggregate sites and residential development.
Chapter 8: One H2O Resources Element Chapter 12: Intergovernmental
Goal 8.1 - Advance water quality and quantity. Cooperation Element
Goal 12.1 - Protect the irreplaceable legendary
Goal 8.2 - Strengthen water conservation. landscapes and lifestyle of the city and region.
Chapter 9: Growth Area Element Goal 12.2 - Foster the 3 C's of intergovernmental
Goal 9.1 - Increase the city's financial sustainability. cooperation (collaboration, communication and
collegiality).
Goal 9.2 - Plan for an appropriate geographic mix of
residential, commercial and recreational uses in the
downtown.
Goal 9.3 - Encourage infill development.
Goal 9.4 - Support and foster sustainable growth.
Chapter 10: Cost of Development
Element
Goal 10.1 - Consider alternate financial mechanisms.
Goal 10.2 - Maintain or enhance public service levels.
Goal 10.3 - Achieve economies of scale with the
provision of public facilities and services.
Goal 10.4 - Employ capital improvements planning
to guide development.
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VISION
Apache Junction is a diverse community of natural
beauty and heritage that offers prosperity, compassion
and forward thinking to its residents, businesses and
visitors.
MISSION
We will focus on and invest in quality of life and
planned improvements for serving residents, busi-
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ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING
INTRODUCTION to Apache Junction. However, effective preservation
The natural environment is an important element in and sustainability cannot be achieved unaided.
any community's quality of life and Apache Junction Working with and engaging both the public and
is no exception. Adjacent to the northeastern city private sector must be approached in an inclusive
boundary lies Lost Dutchman State Park, and beyond manner in order to implement a comprehensive
that exists the Superstition Wilderness Area and the environmental strategy. Change will require
Tonto National Forest. These scenic areas offer both collaborative and dedicated efforts from public
recreational and environmental benefits and their and private agencies, non-profits, developers,land
impact cannot be understated. The towering and owners and residents to direct the city towards an
picturesque stature of the mountains can be seen ecologically mindful standard of living.
from almost anywhere in the city. Preserving this
natural asset creates a legacy that will benefit current Anticipated expansion and improvement in the
city will create various opportunities for innovative
residents,visitors and future generations to come.
responses that will foster progress toward the
The city advocates stewardship of these distinctive environmental planning goals outlined in this plan.
resources by incorporating a holistic and By utilizing strategies presented in the general plan,
practical approach to environmental planning. city officials and staff will be able to confidently
Environmentally conscious planning not only address environmental opportunities and concerns.
promotes maintenance of a healthy environment This sustainable approach will weigh environmental
for both residents and visitors, but also emphasizes and community priorities and find a balance of
the importance of infrastructure that is responsive achievable ideas that will positively benefit the future
to a changing climate. New infrastructure being of the community.
built within the city will be resilient and create a
Natural Environment
foundation for communities that are sustainable and
adaptable in the long term. Apache Junction continues to work to preserve the
natural desert landscapes within the city. As demands
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, for the built environment increase, the remaining
ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES natural environment provides residents with a clean
As the city grows, development should complement and vibrant environment. Without a system that
and enhance natural resource areas that are exclusive examines how land is developed,valuable natural
assets could be damaged or devastated.
4 ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING
new development and instead focuses on retention
Dark Skies and detention. However, the city hopes to foster a
changing mindset by initiating a system highlighting a
Light pollution is a side effect of suburbanization framework for implementing LID practices.
and the inappropriate and excessive use of artificial
lighting. Inefficient outdoor lighting not only Wildlife Habitat, Biological Diversity and
prevents residents from experiencing a natural night, an Overarching Green Network
but also wastes the electricity used to power those
lights. This form of pollution can have detrimental With increased population growth and development,
effects on wildlife, so it is important that the city it is necessary to manage and protect native species
support planning that will restore urban ecosystems. residing in Apache Junction. As part of the Sonoran
A Desert, there are unique and fragile communities in
Apache Junction intends to proactively protect the
nighttime environment by further implementing the area that deserve to be conserved for current and
future generations. These communities are teeming
public policy which promotes quality outdoor
lighting, integrates sound outdoor lighting practices With wildlife that perform numerous ecosystem
at city facilities and educates the community on services, such as regulating pests and diseases,
pollination, climate regulation and nutrient cycling.
responsible lighting and dark sky stewardship.
Maintaining local ecosystems through responsible
Low Impact Development planning ensures that wildlife habitats and their
benefits persist for years to come.
With increasing temperatures bringing about
hazardous droughts and increasing populations Connecting these green spaces would not only be
demanding more water,it is imperative to find beneficial to wildlife, but could also be central to
solutions that are cost effective and environmentally livability for residents. An enjoyable green network
beneficial. Low Impact Development ("LID") of open space and trails provides opportunities
is a sustainable practice that can be used to for walking, biking, nature study and more, thus
alleviate issues surrounding pollution, flooding, benefitting the City's overall public health and
groundwater recharge and infiltration. LID has promoting a more active lifestyle.
been slowly implemented in Arizona because of
the desert climate and lower rainfall than other Green Building Program
regions of the country. Currently, the city does
Green building is the method of erecting structures
not require implementation of LID practices on
in a sustainable manner with minimal negative effects
on human health and the environment. Overall,
green buildings have less burden than conventional
buildings by saving resources, generating less
waste and costing less to operate. Finding a way
for the built and natural environment to coexist
harmoniously will be beneficial for the general health
of Apache Junction's residents.
Air Quality
Air quality is a paramount concern in the city because
it affects the health and quality of life of residents.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA")
has set standards regarding pollutants considered
harmful to human health and the environment. It is
critical that Apache Junction meet the criteria for the
six principal pollutants: carbon monoxide ("CO"),
lead ("Pb"), nitrogen dioxide ("NO2"), ozone
("03"), particle pollution ("PM") and sulfur dioxide
The Superstition Moutains ("S02"). With the population,industry and overall
activity in Apache Junction increasing,it is necessary
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to plan accordingly with air quality in mind. City Operations, Facilities and Services
The city requires an assortment of facilities and
services to meet the daily needs and operations
Energy Efficiency of an expanding community. Efficiency is an
Energy is a vital infrastructure component and the important component to a growing city and it is
principles of proper energy management should be imperative that Apache Junction effectively manages
reflected in the city's planning and design to ensure its environmental impact by taking measures to
long term sustainability. To become a leader in reduce waste and pollution from city operations.
sustainability, the city plans to preserve renewable Additionally, the buildings that accommodate those
energy resources and incorporate innovative city operations should meet and exceed, if possible,
preservation strategies into future plans and designs. sustainability and environmental standards. New
Efficiently utilizing available energy resources and development should continue on the path created
supporting the development of renewable energy by the city hall complex. The complex was evaluated
sources will be beneficial to residents and visitors. by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design ("LEED") rating system in 2006 and became
Soils and Geology a national benchmark for green municipal buildings.
As the city continues to create public spaces that
Particular soils are suited for particular land uses and improve the community, such spaces should also
planners should employ geological information to
determine best management practices and limitations. operate in an ecologically conscious manner.
As the city expands and new development is built, PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
the functionality of the soil should be considered
before building begins. Understanding how soils A collective effort between the public works
will respond to specific uses allows projects to be department and the development services
designed in a way that protects the residents and department will be needed while reviewing and
ecosystems of Apache Junction. facilitating future projects in the city. A conscious
effort towards environmental sustainability will be
Archaeological Assets key in the success of these goals and policies. This
in turn will provide residents of Apache Junction a
There is inherent and undeniable value in Arizona's city with minimal impact to its natural surroundings
heritage and it is important that we identify, manage and the preservation of natural beauties such as the
and protect the integrity of archaeological resources. Superstition Mountains and Lost Dutchman State
As the city grows,large scale development projects Park.
cannot dwarf historic landscapes and their cultural
significance. Preservation is necessary to create a
sense of place and understand the history of that
place.
Solid Waste and Illegal Dumping GOALS & POLICIES
Improper waste management can negatively
impact both resident and environmental health. GOAL 1.1: PROTECT THE PLANNING AREA'S
Accumulation of solid waste leads to water and air UNIQUE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSETS AND
pollution and soil contamination. The city plans QUALITY OF LIFE
to efficiently combine existing waste management
systems to decrease waste generation as the Policy: Encourage developers and property owners to
population increases. With the Apache Junction preserve the environment by:
Landfill ("AJL") slated to close in 2035, it is vital that
the city focus on providing the proper infrastructure a. Leaving areas of sensitive lands in their natural state
to equitably serve all residents. However,while it
is important to maximize current best practices b. Clustering residential units where appropriate
regarding solid waste, the city should also attempt to (new developers would receive a density bonus for
move closer to a zero waste system. employing this approach)
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c. Prohibiting new development within floodways for wildlife. Include the floodway, floodplain and an
appropriate upland buffer to allow a transition to
Policy: Carefully integrate changes to drainage in a master urbanized areas.
stormwater plan that recognizes existing drainage and
wash patterns,discharge locations and storm water flows. Policy: Promote planting and maintenance of indigenous
vegetation along washes, the Central Arizona Project
Policy: Emphasize non-structural flood control ("CAP") Canal and other public spaces to enhance use by
techniques where feasible. Choose and foster flood native wildlife.
control methods that retain beneficial functions and
maintain natural flooding and riparian vegetation while
minimizing damage to private property.
GOAL 1.5: PRESERVE THE VARIETY OF ANIMAL
Policy: Encourage creative design for storm water AND PLANT SPECIES IN APACHE JUNCTION
harvesting and detention ponds to reduce increased storm
water flows and provide an opportunity to channel storm Policy: Educate citizens and encourage awareness
rainwater to native Sonoran Desert plant material. regarding the preservation of habitats and species existing
within the city.
Policy:Work with the Superstition Area Land Trust
("SALT") and the ASLD to conserve ASLD assets and GOAL 1.6: SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE BUILDING
maintain their natural character. PRACTICES THAT REDUCE THE IMPACT ON
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY,RESOURCE USE
GOAL 1.2: PROTECT DARK SKIES IN APACHE AND HUMAN HEALTH
JUNCTION
Policy: Update the green building ordinance and
Policy: Update the dark sky ordinance that includes implement a program to promote green building
a standard to encourage residential, commercial and principles and practices.
industrial property owners to install lighting only for
safety, security and utility purposes to minimize light GOAL 1.7: PROTECT AND ENHANCE AIR
pollution of neighboring properties. QUALITY AND PUBLIC HEALTH
GOAL 1.3: ENCOURAGE LOW IMPACT Policy: Enforce regulations that reduce particulate air
DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES TO MITIGATE THE pollutants by:
NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF URBANIZATION
a. Continuing to participate with Maricopa Association
Policy: Incorporate LID into the city's design standards of Governments ("MAG"), Central Arizona
and describe detailed methods about how to incorporate of Governments ("CAG") and Pinal County
these practices to implement regional air quality planning and
implementation,
Policy: Install monitoring equipment at new and existing
LID sites to measure how effective the implemented LID Policy: Reduce emissions of greenhouse gases through
systems are. programs and policies such as the possible conversion of
the city's fleet to clean alternative fuels or electric vehicles.
Policy: Educate the community about the benefits and
necessity of LID practices. Policy: Implement a no-idling ordinance that prohibits
unmanned vehicles from idling for more than five
GOAL 1.4: CONSERVE EXISTING HABITAT, minutes.
RECREATE HABITAT WHERE IT HAS BEEN
DESTROYED AND PROVIDE NEW HABITATS GOAL 1.8: REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF SOLID
WHERE APPROPRIATE WASTE AND MINIMIZE ILLEGAL DUMPING VIA
AN INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Policy: Conserve corridors along significant ephemeral SYSTEM
washes to preserve habitat with the greatest value
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Policy: Require residents to subscribe to weekly solid waste
and recycling collection. The recycling program should
include standard recyclables (glass,plastic, etc.) and green
waste (grass clippings,weeds, etc.).
Policy: Phase out Free Dump Week by 2025.
Policy: Create an environmental leadership institute similar
to the Citizen Leadership Institute ("CLI") to educate the
residents on solid waste,pest management,green buildings,
LID, solar power,dark skies,xeriscape and raingardens.
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INTRODUCTION park and recreation funding is allocated on an annual
The parks, recreation, and open space element is a basis through the city's general fund. Future capital
comprehensive representation of the city's vision and projects and funding sources are identified in the
goals for the future of the park, recreation and open city's capital improvement plan.
space system. The 2010 general plan incorporated National Park & Open Space
the parks and recreation department's 1999 Apache Benchmarks
Junction Parks and Recreation Master Plan and was
intended to be the best reflection of the expressed The National Recreation and Park Association
preferences and needs of the community, as well ("NRPA"), identifies national benchmarks for
as a guide for the future expansion, addition, communities and suggests that the national average is
and preservation of Apache Junction's parks and 1 park for every 2100 residents and 10 acres of park
recreation programs. land for every 1000 residents. According to Apache
Junction's current population of approximately
The city's recreational and open space assets are 41,739, the targeted park facilities is 20 and targeted
managed by the parks and recreation department, park land is 405 acres. The city currently has 12
with review and recommendation from the parks and city-maintained park/recreation sites; however, the
recreation commission appointed by the city council. current practice encourages development of smaller
The total area of park land and facilities under "mini-parks" to be built and maintained within new
the department's direction is approximately 2,230 housing developments. There are many more smaller
acres. The city recognizes that quality recreation playgrounds and parks available to residents within
programs and well-maintained facilities are essential walking distance from their home with this practice.
community components that improve the quality of The city is well ahead of the national average in
life of residents and visitors. Business, industry, and terms of overall acreage reserved for parks, facilities
new residents are drawn to communities with well- and open space with 2,230 acres and parkland.
developed recreational programs and amenities.
Existing Parks, Trails, and Facilities
Parks & Recreation Funding This section provides an inventory of the city's
Funding for parks and recreation projects has existing park sites and facilities. Map 2.1 illustrates
originated from the city's general fund, development the location of existing and future facilities. The
fees, bond issues, grants and gifts, corporate newly adopted Active Transportation Plan(ATP) map
partnerships and user fees. Presently, the majority of is also provided to present the city's trail system plan.
10 RECREATION&OPEN SPACE
CLASSIFICATION OF PARKS there is ample room to add recreational features.
Mini Parks Superstition Shadows Park: This 23-acre site is owned
by the Apache Junction Unified School District
Mini-parks are small neighborhood parcels less than ("AJUSD") located between Desert Shadows Middle
two (2) acres in size and set aside for a children's
play area (i.e., tot lot) or adult amenities that are School and Apache Junction High School at 1091 W.
Southern Avenue. It is jointly maintained and operated
compatible with surrounding residential uses. Mini- by an intergovernmental agreement between city and
parks in Apache Junction are generally found in AJUSD.The park provides a community aquatics
planned residential subdivisions and maintained by a center,volleyball court,playground,tennis courts,
HOA. picnic ramadas,concessions,restrooms,ball field,
Neighborhood Parks skate park and open playfield.
•Neighborhood parks are typically two to ten acres Silly Mountain Park:This 200-acre park is located on
BLM land at 5203 E. 36th Ave. just north of Highway
in area, and while some areas historically remain in 60 on Silly Mountain Road.The park provides hikers
city-control, they are now most commonly associated with over three and half (3.5) miles of trails varying
with elementary schools or in larger planned from easy to difficult to hike up and around Silly
residential subdivisions constructed and maintained
by HOAs. These parks may include basketball courts,
multi-purpose fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, and
open spaces. The following identifies and describes
an example of one of the city's neighborhood parks: w
• City Complex Park: This two and half (2.5) acre
park located south of the library has a picnic ramada,
three shuffleboard courts, two horseshoe courts, a
playground, and open play turf areas.
Community Parks
The city has elected to allocate most of its resources
to community parks. The community is able to get
the "biggest bang for its buck" through the principal
of economy of scale. It is more cost effective for
the department to develop and maintain a few larger T"a•,r""
parks than several small ones. - ..t
Community parks are the largest, most
comprehensive type of parks within the parks
system. These parks provide the broadest range and
largest scale of activities including baseball fields,
swimming pools, basketball or football fields, tennis
courts, and indoor activities such as a gymnasium Mountain offering great views of the city as well as
or racquetball courts. The following identifies and the valley. Additionally there is an Americans with
describes the city's current community parks: Disabilities Act ("ADA") accessible interpretive trail
which showcases a variety of native Sonoran Desert
• Prospector Park: This 276-acre facility is located on plants. There are also several amenities planned for
Bureau of Land Management ("BLM") land north future development in the Silly Mountain Park Master
of Lost Dutchman Boulevard on Idaho Road and Plan.
provides two soccer fields, four softball fields,picnic
ramadas with barbeque grills, a playground and open Special Use Parks/Facilities
playfield,tennis,pickleball,racquetball,volleyball and Special use parks are oriented toward a specific
basketball courts,horseshoe pits, concessions and theme such as a golf course, botanical garden, or
restrooms. While this park is extensively improved, recreational facility. These park sizes may vary greatly,
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 11
but their use would remain consistent throughout lineal parks and open spaces:
the facility. The following identifies and describes the
city's current special use parks and facilities: Sheep Drive Trail System: This historically significant
1,628 acre multi-use trail surrounds the city to the
• Multi-Generational Center: This nearly 37,000 north and east with a meandering system of trails for
square foot facility is located at 1035 N. Idaho Road equestrian,mountain biking and hiking use, as well as
just south of the city library.The facility offers a natural environment for animals and animal observers.
variety of recreational, fitness, educational and social The master plan of this facility calls for trailheads,trail
opportunities for patrons ranging from children and improvements and many other amenities in the future.
youth to activities and programs for senior adults. City/county retention basin: This 3-acre area serves
• Rodeo Park: This twenty(20) acre site is located on as a flood water retention site in addition to providing
BLM land southeast of Prospector Park on Lost open space and recreational activities such as
Dutchman Boulevard and is equipped with restrooms/ picnicking. It is also the city's first proposed formal
concessions, a lighted arena and bleachers. The site is off leash dog park.
used for the annual Lost Dutchman Days Carnival and Arroyo Verde open space area: This 11-acre site
Rodeo, along with other year round events. located northeast of Ironwood Drive and 16th Avenue
• Veterans Memorial Park:This two (2) acre park is in the Arroyo Verde residential subdivision provides a
located on the southwest corner of the City Hall local trail system for the neighborhood in addition to
Complex at 1001 North Idaho Road and provides flood protection and open space.
a gazebo and open area used for outdoor meetings, Renaissance Point open space:Located at 20th
parties, and weddings. Avenue and Palo Verde Drive in the Renaissance Point
• Little League Park: This three (3) acre site is located subdivision,this 8-acre area provides both a local trail
on AJUSD property at 1700 West Broadway for the neighborhood as well as flood protection and
and provides two baseball fields and restrooms/ open space and a half basketball court.
concessions. City right-of-way and highway landscapes: There
• Flatiron Community Park: The three and a half (3.5) are various areas that the public works and parks
acre park is located at 100 North Apache Trail in the and recreation departments maintain to assist the
downtown core, and was constructed to host events city in enhancing the community overall and right-
and activities to attract residents and visitors alike. It of-way spaces at the city's most visible locations as
provides picnic pavilions,an open turf area for events follows: Phelps Drive, Royal Palm Road,Plaza Drive,
and play, an interactive splashpad, "Think Water" the focal point and marquee,highway medians and
water/sewer conservation and demonstration areas, roundabouts, etc.
a botanical walk and restrooms. Future amenities
include expansion of covered ramadas and concrete
sidewalks to accommodate event booths. Regional Parks
In addition to the city's many park facilities, there are
a few larger, regional parks located outside the city
Lineal Parks/Open Space limits that are operated by the State of Arizona or
Lineal parks are oriented towards hiking, biking, United States Forest Service. The following identifies
horseback riding and walking trails. The width and and describes these regional parks:
length of lineal parks is variable and based on the
function and available space. Open space is also a Lost Dutchman State Park: This 300-acre park is
vital part of the city's park system serving to protect located on BLM property northeast of the city
the Sonoran Desert character of the community, bordering the Tonto National Forest.The park is
enhance right-of-ways, as well as preserving native used primarily for hiking,picnicking, and overnight
desert and providing flood protection. The City's camping.
1993 Multi-Use Trail Master Plan was the first step
Usery Mountain Regional Park: This 3,648-acre park
in the development of a unified open space trails
system plan and has recently been incorporated is located northwest of the intersection of McKellips
into the city-wide Active Transportation Plan. The Road and Meridian Drive at the western end of the
following identifies and describes the city's current Goldfield Mountains,adjacent to the Tonto National
12 RECREATION&OPEN SPACE
Forest, and offers a variety of activities such as hiking, and recreation commission and the city council.
biking, archery,camping,horseback riding,picnicking,
star-gazing and flying model airplanes. GOAL 2.2: PLAN FOR THE SAFETY,
MAINTENANCE,AND EXPANSION OF EXISTING
• Tonto National Forest:This approximate three (3) FACILITIES
million-acre national forest is located north and east
of the city and contains the Superstition and Goldfield Policy: Include priority park system expansion projects
Mountains, as well as six lakes that are used for and necessary maintenance programs in the city's annual
recreational and hydrological purposes. budget and capital improvement plan,per the needs of
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS the facility and existing individual master plan documents.
It is the intent of this element to advocate for an Policy: Pursue options for purchase or patent from the
overall healthy community through access to parks, BLM on Prospector Park, Silly Mountain Park, the Multi-
recreational facilities, trails and active neighborhoods Use Trail System and the Rodeo Grounds.
designs. These efforts will help create a dynamic
community while reducing health problems such as Policy: Consider updates,as needed,to the
obesity, heart disease, and asthma. intergovernmental agreements with Pinal County,AJUSD
and the Superstition Fire and Medical District ("SFMD")
to increase usability of community facilities.
GOALS & POLICIES Policy: Maintain an area in honor of war veterans as part
GOAL 2.1: DEVELOP A SYSTEM OF PARKS, of the city hall campus.
TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE TO MEET THE Policy: Continue to enhance landscaping in high visibility
RECREATIONAL AND HEALTH NEEDS OF right-of-ways such as the Apache Trail/Old West Highway
APACHE JUNCTION RESIDENTS AND VISITORS median.
Policy: Encourage and facilitate public participation GOAL 2.3: TAKE A LEADERSHIP ROLE IN THE
in planning and expanding the parks and trail system COMMUNITY FOR EXECUTION OF A DIVERSE
through various means,including regularly scheduled PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING AND
parks and recreation commission meetings. SERVICES STRATEGY
Policy: Consider development of community sponsored Policy: Maintain existing youth and adult volunteer
facilities such as: off-leash dog parks, expansion of programs and develop new programs to further enhance
pickleball courts, open space expansion, archaeological youth programs and facilities, to include the safety and
parks on BLM land,landfill park conversion, bicycle security of the park system through coordination with the
motocross ("BMX") and other bicycle facilities. park ranger subdivision of the department (such as: park
Policy: Coordinate with developers to incorporate watch program).
potential sites for parks, trails, open space and other Policy: Through citizen input and the parks and
recreational facilities in their development master plans. recreation commission, evaluate the needs and provide a
Continue to require residential developers to construct variety of programs and services related to recreational,
neighborhood parks and place operation and maintenance health,and wellness needs of the community. Support
responsibilities on HOAs. and assist related non-profit organizations to ensure
success in delivering same services and avoid duplicative
Policy: Coordinate with other public and private groups efforts.
to promote joint acquisition,use and public/private
participation in the development of new parks and trails Policy: Maintain and develop special events that attract
and recreational facilities. visitors and residents to parks and recreation facilities and
downtown business district.
Policy: Update and reintroduce the parks and recreation
master plan for review and eventual approval by the parks Policy: Develop and promote programs and facilities
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that are inclusive in nature that enhance the lives of
individuals with special needs.
Policy: Support and assist youth serving non-profit
organizations (e.g.,little league and 4H) to ensure their
success in the community.
GOAL 2.4: PROMOTE THE PARKS,TRAILS
AND OPEN SPACE SYSTEM AS A QUALITY OF
LIFE ASSET TO ATTRACT NEW EMPLOYERS,
RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO THE COMMUNITY Awl
Policy: Maximize participation in programs through
improved marketing and offering multiple registration
options (including online, counter,mail-in).
Policy: Maximize the public use of facilities through -
improved marketing and customer-oriented reservation
processes.
Policy: Utilize a multi-modal marketing approach to
include print, electronic,radio, televised, and social media
sources. Be visible at both city-sponsored and non-city-
sponsored events in the community.
GOAL 2.5: UTILIZE MULTIPLE FUNDING
SOURCES IN ORDER TO MAXIMIZE SERVICES,
PROGRAMS,AND FACILITY AMENITIES FOR
CITY RESIDENTS
Policy: Work cooperatively with the city's revenue
development department to maximize use of grants,gifts,
and corporate partnerships.
Policy: Evaluate the parks and open space development
fee and adjust as needed based on impact from users. :
Policy: Evaluate the parks and recreation fee structure
for programs, facility rentals,and services every five years
to insure that they are comparable with market and the
specific demographic within the community.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION options is critical to the economic vitality and future
REVITALIZATION ; HOUSING of the community. The city completed a housing
quality survey in 2010 and again in 2018 to examine
the condition of the housing stock within the
INTRODUCTION community. This survey highlights the concentration
The city is a small suburban community just east of of housing unit types and further supports the need
the Phoenix Metropolitan area. Nestled at the foot for diversification of the housing stock in order to
of the legendary Superstition Mountains, the city attract varied demographics and income levels. See
remains one of the eastern most suburban areas table 3.1.
within the Phoenix valley. The city is located adjacent
to two mountain ranges, the Superstition Mountains Furthermore, in an effort to encourage revitalization
on the east and the Goldfield Mountains, both are and community investment, the city established
within the Tonto National Forest. the Strong Sustainable Community Initiative in
2014 (wwwajcity.net/SSC). The initiative is a
Apache Junction covers an area of 35 square miles, holistic collaborative effort within the community
of which approximately 22 square miles is either to revitalize neighborhoods while creating a viable
ASLD or managed by the BLM which is not actively community for business investment,growth and
being developed. However, south of the U.S. 60 there success. The initiative was created to recognize the
are 12 square miles of vacant ASLD land where new importance of strong, sustainable neighborhoods
growth and planned developments are anticipated. that in turn support residents of Apache Junction
and those businesses who serve them. A concerted
The city has a year-round population estimate of
41,739 (source: U.S. Census Bureau) with a large TABLE 3.1
seasonal influx upwards of 20,000-30,000 persons. 2018 Housing Diversification
The city's year-round senior population (over the age Site Built Home 7665 31%
of 65) accounts for 31.3% of the population which is
15% higher than the state of Arizona and the United Manufactured 7990 33%
States. Similarly, the city's population of persons Mobile Homes
under the age of 18 account for 18.3% compared to Park Models/RVs 7016 29%v
23% statewide. Multifamily 1696 7%
Homes
Looking at the expected growth patterns and the Source: 2018 Aj Housing Quality Survey
current demographics of Apache Junction, the need
to diversify the community's population and housing
18 NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION REVITALIZATION&HOUSING
effort is made to invest in the neighborhoods and homeless and at risk populations, owner occupied
provide clean, safe and desirable environments in housing rehabilitation programs, community and
which to live. Healthy neighborhoods and businesses neighborhood outreach, senior services, hazardous
increase the quality of life for residents and attract waste events and programs through the Apache
new residents and businesses to the community. Junction police department.
The initiative focuses on neighborhoods located Affordability in housing is not solely for low income
within established redevelopment areas. Apache populations. Affordability of homes stretches
Junction has two existing redevelopment areas, across all income levels and desirability of housing.
the Apache Trail Redevelopment Area and the In recent years, affordability has been redefined
Old West Highway Redevelopment Area. The from the 30-38% of the gross household income
initiative primarily focuses on the Apache Trail for housing costs to be the combination of typical
Redevelopment Area as the boundaries cover a large housing costs plus transportation which should
commercial area and the adjacent residential areas equal no more that 45-48% of the household's gross
(See map 3.1). income. Apache Junction residents have a mean
travel time of 26.6 minutes to work (American
To date, significant investment has been made Community Survey, 2013-2017) which indicates most
in two neighborhoods, Smythe and Grand View, employment centers are outside the city limits. Thus,
which includes solar lighting, sidewalks, drainage transportation costs included in housing costs is a
improvements and resurfacing of roadways. standard for determining affordability within the city.
Neighborhood clean-ups have been particularly
successful removing tons of trash and debris from The city does not have a public transportation
residential properties that would otherwise be system which places the city and its residents at a
removed with regular trash pick-up. Two additional disadvantage for specific housing developments and
neighborhoods have also been recipients of economic opportunities. The city completed a Transit
neighborhood clean-up days in collaboration with Feasibility Study in 2012 which forecasted the trends
the Apache Junction Community Development and feasibility of transit within the area. In reality,
Corporation ("AJCDC"). public transportation will take time. In the absence
of this public benefit, the city's Active Transportation
Additionally, the initiative encourages neighborhoods Plan looked at the variety of transportation options
to become more sustainable. Sustainability is for the community encouraging a more walkable and
improving the environment, human well-being, and bikeable approach to future transportation. With this
social justice for present and future generations. approach, connecting neighborhoods to commercial
Neighborhood projects are encouraged to enhance and job centers will promote sustainability in the
the quality and features of each neighborhood in community.
the community. Projects should address safety and
openness, a sense of community spirit,identity Housing variety requires there be affordable housing
that brings pride and a community that is open to options for all income levels and needs. This may
diversity. range from an income of someone who earns social
security disability less than $10,000 per year to
ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES someone who earns over $100,000 per year. Housing
Apache Junction seeks to have housing and should include size variations from studio to family
neighborhoods that address the city's values of sized homes and rental versus ownership.
accessibility, diversity, prosperity, quality of life
and maintaining the natural environment. The Statewide, rentals average $1,200 per month with
city also boasts a generous and caring spirit for an average mortgage of $1,400 (source: Arizona
nature, animals, and each other. Because of this, Department of Housing). Nationwide, the
homelessness epidemic is directly related to the lack
programs and services are made available to the
community including varied programs through of affordable housing.
the parks and recreation department, the Apache
Junction public library, social services addressing the In order to maintain an affordable housing stock, the
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 19
state provides a variety of programs to which the city Housing Assessment
participates or promotes. These programs include
the low-income housing tax credit, HOME funding, The city has also conducted a variety of community
community development block grants ("CDBG") meetings and seeks to incorporate the wishes of the
funding, public and private partnerships, section community in all future growth and development in
8, and county public housing opportunities. Pinal order to create a diverse,walkable, livable community
County completed the Pinal County Consolidate Plan which maintains the surrounding natural beauty and
for housing in 2019. This plan will assist the county heritage. To accomplish this, a variety of housing
on directing CDBG funding. options are essential.
Large new housing development and expansive Other areas the city will focus on to provide
growth will ascend on Apache Junction primarily accessibility and diversity to the housing stock may
to the south of the city core. However, in-fill and include:
redevelopment is a critical component to maintaining
the standards of housing and diversifying the 1. Compliance with fair housing laws through
housing stock in the city. planning and zoning
2. Encouraging sustainable features in housing
Building of new affordable housing in the downtown development such as:
area may include housing replacement of mobile a. Infill
homes with apartments, condos and townhouses,
redevelopment of aging mobile home parks, new b. Xeriscape
multi-family construction and in-fill development. c. Green building techniques and incentives,
In-fill new construction is a valuable revitalization 3. Completion of neighborhood plans
tactic in the downtown area. This does not exclude
the potential for multi-family construction including 4. Property taxes which includes mobile homes
duplex, triplex and four-plex construction. However (over 3,000 manufactured homes pay no property
single-family new construction may be achievable tax—located outside of a subdivision/RV park)
with the continuation of the city's partnership with 5. Completion of an affordable workforce housing
Habitat for Humanity ("HFH") or with the AJCDC. policy
Ideally, the city may utilize CDBG funds to purchase 6. Consideration of transportation options ensuring
the land for another agency to construct and sell. walkability of neighborhoods and providing
The city may also opt to purchase vacant homes
connectivity
within the downtown area, rehabilitate and sell the
property.
The city has worked with a variety of organizations GOALS AND POLICIES
to plan towards the future growth of the community.
These organizations focus on smart growth,
sustainable practices, and the livability of the GOAL 3.1: CREATE POLICIES REGARDING
community. These plans include: MANUFACTURED AND MOBILE HOME USE AND
REDEVELOPMENT
• Active Transportation Plan
Policy: Limit types and age of manufactured and mobile
• ASU Sustainability Plan homes to specific areas by restricting the age of the home
• Environmental Protection Agency Infill Strategy to under seven years,by requiring all future manufactured
Workshop homes to be located within mobile home parks only,and
• Apache Junction Impact Fee Study amend the zoning code to eliminate the zoning districts
• Pinal County Consolidated Plan which allow manufactured homes.
• Pinal County Housing Assessment Policy:Transition outdated mobile home parks that
• Apache Junction Homeless Strategic Plan and have reached their useful life by identifying parks for
20 NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION REVITALIZATION&HOUSING
redevelopment and requiring them to be upgraded or
transitioned to a more supported land use.
GOAL 3.2: DIVERSIFY HOUSING STOCK AND
NEIGHBORHOODS BY INCORPORATING A
VARIETY OF HOUSING TYPES AND ASSOCIATED
VALUES TO ALLOW FOR A DIVERSE
DEMOGRAPHIC OF RESIDENTS
Policy: Create a policy for the development of quality
workforce housing by utilizing available federal, state,
regional and local resources and programs to encourage
first-time homebuyers and by providing incentives to
encourage the development of affordable housing.
Policy: Encourage the development of public-private
ventures developing low income housing with local, state
and federal funds in order to promote a quality rental
market.
GOAL 3.3: MAINTAIN AND ATTRACT A QUALITY
HOUSING STOCK IN CONDITION,DESIGN,AND
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
Policy: Develop design guidelines and standards such
as energy efficient"green" designs for all new housing
construction.
Policy: Strengthen and implement housing quality
standards for existing housing units by promoting the
city's owner-occupied housing rehabilitation program,
and enforcing the property maintenance code to include
standards of care requiring trash removal,landscape
requirements, and sewer hook-ups.
GOAL 3.4: INCORPORATE SUSTAINABLE
PRACTICES IN ALL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Maintain the natural environment,views and
access to greenspace by establishing connectivity
and walkability between existing neighborhoods and
commercial areas while ensuring connectivity to the south
and future development.
Policy: Encourage infill,redevelopment, and higher
density housing within downtown while preserving low
density housing development in areas designated on land
use map.
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DOWNTOWN AJ became the center of the city as it was home to the
Conservation, Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Grand Hotel (now demolished) and was additionally
popularized due to Greyhound racing,which also
INTRODUCTION happened nearby. Apache Trail and Old West
Highway,was at one point the primary connector
The intent of this planning element is to create a between Phoenix and further eastern towns but has
vision for the future of Downtown Apache Junction. been replaced by the U.S. Highway 60. This being the
A downtown is the heart of a city, and should case, the 200-400 foot wide corridor along Apache
draw both residents and visitors in with its unique Trail and Old West Highway was never designed
character, accessibility and valuable amenities. The to provide a downtown look and feel, but rather to
city lacks a true downtown. Over the years, private move high volumes of through traffic, thus making
developers, college students, and city staff have it difficult now to establish this space as a walkable
attempted to create a plan for downtown, but these downtown. Furthermore, the loss of Tax Increment
plans have yet to be fully implemented. This chapter Financing ("TIF") has had a devastating blow to the
intends to highlight the common themes of each
plan to help determine the best path for development creation of a downtown.
of the downtown.
DOWNTOWN CONDITIONS, ISSUES, Additionally, the current center of Apache Junction
lacks necessary density and residential development.
AND OPPORTUNITIES Successful downtown areas must provide
The benefits of having a downtown are numerous opportunities for current and incoming residents
and this chapter will explore some of the city's key to live and work. Apache Junction,with its high
conditions,issues, and opportunities that would proportion of mobile home and recreational vehicle
come with developing downtown Apache Junction. parks, and age-restricted communities, simply cannot
Successful downtowns are made up of walkable support a traditional downtown currently. In order to
blocks and mixed-use spaces. Facilitated through increase density and diversity, a mix of high-density
the use of sidewalks, places for people to gather, housing must be established to accommodate people
purposeful architecture and attention to detail, these of all ages and demographics within the downtown
elements create a clear and unique identity. Apache area.
Junction, though rich with western flair, lacks this
downtown space and sense of place. There are many amenities both within the city and
nearby that Apache Junction can take advantage of
Currently,Apache Junction's "center" is the area near to draw people to the downtown. The scenic views
the intersection of Apache Trail and State Highway of the Superstition Mountains, Lost Dutchman
88/Old West Highway (see map 4.1). This area State Park, regional trail systems and Prospector
24 DOWNTOWN AJ
Park provide the opportunities to encourage infill architecture to become a destination within the
development. In order to bring this vision to life, Phoenix area. Identifying a brand that can be clearly
the city must find a way to adequately fund local identified and consistently promoted can help draw
programs, infrastructure projects and incentives. people to the area and distinguish downtown Apache
Junction from other neighboring municipalities. This
LOCATION could be as simple as using the same colors and font
Downtown Apache Junction encompasses a wide on promotional flyers and branding signage, or as
area of land, and is labeled as the "Downtown complex as creating a standard of design specifically
Redevelopment Area". The Downtown for downtown Apache Junction.
Redevelopment Area includes the Downtown Core,
the Civic Center area, and the property frontage In addition to a recognizable brand, the city must
along Apache Trail from S. Ironwood Drive to N. strive to create a sense of place. A sense of place
Royal Palm Road, as well as N. Apache Trail from is created through experiences that people have
the fork to E. Superstition Boulevard. The central and the connection they feel to their community.
location of this area makes it the ideal space for This connection encourages a sense of pride and
development of a downtown in Apache Junction. ownership which incentivizes residents to help
See map 4.1 for a full view of the Downtown make their city a better place to live,work and
Redevelopment Area. play. Working to revitalize deteriorating spaces,
creating new spaces that people want to gather
CURRENT ZONING DISTRICTS and continuing to promote local events is key to
FOUND IN THE DOWNTOWN making downtown Apache Junction a destination for
residents and visitors.
• Residential (RS-GR,RS-54M,RM-1,RM-2,RS-20M,
MHP,RVP) TOURISM
• Commercial (B-1,B-1/PD,B-2,B-3)
Tourism can bring economic prosperity and growth
• Public and Institutional (PI) to a city. The current quality of commercial anchors,
lack of quality hotels and deteriorating buildings
SUPPORTED LAND USES reinforces the town's image as a pass-through city.
• Medium Density Residential (10 DU/AC) When tourists visit a city, they desire an experience
• High Density Residential (40 DU/AC) that they cannot have elsewhere.
• Downtown Mixed Use (office,retail, and residential) Apache Junction is surrounded by a variety of local
• Commercial tourist destination spots,including the Superstition
• Public/Institutional
• Open Space and Recreational
PLACEMAKING ,
Known for the Superstition Mountains and the s �
legend of the Lost Dutchman,Apache Junction is
full of history. This history helps to define the city GRILL&CANTINA
and sets it apart from other municipalities within the
Phoenix Metropolitan area. The downtown district LAWRENCE C.GARRETTT
of Apache Junction lacks definition and character POST # /r/968
and does not preserve and capitalize its unique and r ICA '
colorful history. In order to create a vibrant and kj�ged 3AV successful downtown it must have a sense of place. RESTAURANT
One way this can be done is through branding. The use of the "Surrounded by Legends" logo can be 982.1155
If
used to implement a branding strategy.
Apache Junction should support thematic
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Mountains and the Goldfield Ghost Town and DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
finding a way to draw those visitors downtown would As downtown continues to grow and redevelop,
be beneficial to the local economy. The more time it is important to take a holistic approach to
people spend in an area, the more money they tend development and choose projects that enhance
to spend,which generates tax revenue for Apache downtown as a whole, not just an individual site.
Junction. As the city has no assessed property taxes, New development and redevelopment can help shape
the revenue generated from the potentially volatile the built environment along Apache Trail into a truly
sales tax is critical for the city. vibrant downtown, but these developments need
As downtown develops, it is important to encourage to be well connected and enhance the experience at
a diverse group of business in the downtown that
a pedestrian level. There are considerable amounts
of vacant, undeveloped and deteriorating lots along
appeals to a range of ages and abilities. Amenities Apache Trail that have the development potential for
such as museums, restaurants, movie theaters, local
shops and more will provide a reason for visitors and improvement.
residents to visit and spend time in a clean, attractive Older shopping centers have empty storefronts
and safe downtown environment. and missed economic opportunities. Redeveloping
WALKABILITY existing sites with an appropriate mix of uses will
bring diversity to the downtown district; having a
Walkability is an important feature of any downtown. downtown where people can eat, sleep, and play is
A walkable downtown encourages visitors to spend important in order to boost tourism and draw in new
time in the downtown district,which can lead to residents.
a boost in the local economy. Having a walkable
downtown creates a pleasant experience for the PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
pedestrian by providing stores, artwork, themed In order to continue developing downtown Apache
walks, trail connections, kiosks,wayfinding signs and Junction, it is vital that the city develops a downtown
pedestrian shading and landscaping to interact with master plan. A master plan is a long-term document
during their walk. that provides an overall vision and strategy for
Ideally the walkable downtown includes short block future growth and development for a city. This plan
distances, a mix of land uses, low driving speeds and can help city staff and residents conceptualize the
building entrances oriented to the street. According future of downtown Apache Junction and help to
to WalkScore.com, the downtown core along Apache identify the strengths and weaknesses of the current
Trail is considered "somewhat walkable"with a downtown. Having a clear and defined vision of
score of 56. The area has a mix of uses, including downtown is highly important to the success of
future planning. Master plans help drive the overall
restaurants, antique stores, and pharmacies, but there development of the area and guide staff and
is a significant distance between crosswalks. Many developers to make the best decisions for the city.
people looking to cross Apache Trail do so in areas
that contain no crosswalks,which creates an unsafe
situation for both pedestrians and drivers. According
to the city's Active Transportation Plan, a majority of GOALS AND POLICIES
pedestrian collisions within the city happened along
the Old West Highway/Apache Trail. Since these
GOAL 4.1: DEVELOP A DOWNTOWN MASTER
pedestrian related incidents have primarily occurred PLAN
within the downtown core, improving safety is a vital
step in creating a walkable downtown. Policy: Create and formally adopt a downtown
masterplan that addresses,land use,recreational
In order to ensure Downtown Apache Junction is opportunities,walkability,housing,tourism, branding
successful, pedestrian accessibility and safety must be improved. Visitors to the downtown must be able to and architectural themes for commercial and residential safely cross the street, thus encouraging them to walk development.
more, drive less and truly experience a downtown. GOAL 4.2: ESTABLISH ARCHITECTURAL
26 DOWNTOWN AJ
BRANDING,PLACEMAKING AND TOURISM Policy: Encourage high quality,infill development.
Policy: Promote thematic architectural styles,textures and Policy: Revitalize vacant and underutilized shopping
colors for the downtown area. centers.
Policy: Encourage the addition of public art installations Policy: Provide incentives for landlords to maintain and
and projects. modernize their properties.
Policy: Promote recurring events in downtown (races, Policy: Provide basic infrastructure to make Downtown
festivals, etc.). sites "shovel ready".
Policy: Improve wayfinding to the Apache Junction GOAL 4.6: CREATE A"MAIN STREET"ALONG N.
Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center. APACHE TRAIL
Policy: Promote the city logo on signs and flags along the Policy: Encourage new development along N.Apache
downtown. Trail.
GOAL 4.3: CREATE AN ENTERTAINMENT Policy: Orient new buildings and building entrances to
DISTRICT IN DOWNTOWN APACHE JUNCTION the street.
Policy: Plan for an appropriate geographic mix of Policy: Provide additional on-street parking.
residential, employment, and entertainment uses.
GOAL 4.7: PROVIDE A BALANCE OF LAND USES
Policy: Identify and encourage new"anchor" attractions
(theaters,museums, etc.). Policy: Identify key infill opportunities.
Policy: Update the zoning code to identify desired/ Policy: Preserve open space for recreational use.
undesired uses within downtown.
Policy: Partner with the Bureau of Land Management
Policy: Discourage manufactured home and recreational BLM and ASLD to promote downtown land to provide
vehicle parks,assisted living centers,recreational vehicle open space and recreational trails.
storage, etc. in the downtown redevelopment area.
Policy: Review the B-3 zoning district to narrow the
GOAL 4.4: IMPROVE WALKABILITY AND palette of uses that would support entertainment uses by
WAYFINDING IN THE DOWNTOWN CORE right.
Policy: Implement and improve multimodal accessibility, GOAL 4.8: PROVIDE A VARIETY OF HOUSING
including transit,bicycles and pedestrians as outlined in OPTIONS
the active transportation plan.
Policy: Discourage single-family residential development
Policy: Develop wayfinding signage to assist visitors in within downtown core.
identifying downtown destinations.
Policy: Encourage high density,mixed use development
Policy: Install"entryway" arch/sign to indicate the within downtown core.
borders of the downtown.
Policy: Provide affordable housing options for all
Policy: Install informational plaques to designate areas of incomes and abilities.
historical significance.
Policy: Disallow age restricted residential developments
GOAL 4.5: IDENTIFY REDEVELOPMENT (i.e., 55+ communities).
OPPORTUNITIES
Policy: Incentivize gaps between market realities and
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desired uses.
GOAL 4.9:ATTRACT A DIVERSE MIX OF
BUSINESS TYPES
Policy: Attract high quality jobs.
Policy: Encourage an appropriate mix of business types
in the downtown core.
Policy: Allow live/work developments.
Policy:Actively support the reestablishment of TIF or
other financial mechanisms available in Arizona to fund
downtown and Brownfield redevelopment.
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Developments in Apache Junction over the last
INTRODUCTION 15-20 years have become more "typical suburban"
resulting in growth of city services and amenities
The mission of the city's economic development geared toward serving a "bedroom community". As
department is to encourage favorable site selection the community continues to evolve, and in order
or expansion decisions by business and industry, to diversify and strengthen the economic base,
champion redevelopment and infill to achieve highest there must be more strategic focus on workforce,
and best use of commercial property. Through these improving infrastructure and have a good supply of
efforts, the quality of life for residents,visitors and land suitable for employment centers and living-wage
employees of Apache Junction will improve. jobs that will complement the already outstanding
Historically, the area of Apache Junction then quality of life opportunities.
under the jurisdiction of Pinal County (prior to As the Phoenix metropolitan area continues to
being incorporated in 1978) was considered as a grow outward into communities in the path of
community on the outskirts. Apache Junction was development, the gap that preserved the city as being
associated with getting away from urbanization "on the outskirts" continues to shrink. Growth is
and an oasis for seasonal visitors (retirees). This on its way and in order to remain viable the city must
is evidenced in much of the development that consider the importance of jobs. By doing so, more
still exists to this day with an abundance of large meaningful local employment opportunities, a more
lot residential development, open space and a sustainable economy and business opportunities
disproportionate share of manufactured housing. will be required to fund and provide outstanding
Over 63% of AJ's housing stock is recreational municipal services for residents now and well into
vehicles and manufactured housing, much of that the future.
located in 55+ communities.
While this may seem to be a significant mindset shift
Quality affordable housing is important for economic development. Employers need access to a local, from the early roots of relaxed and rural community
values,it is critical to consider land use choices that
reliable workforce within a reasonable commute take into account economic development. These
shed. The types and quality of jobs determine what strategies will help not only keep the community
an employee would consider a reasonable commute. viable, but will contribute toward the regional
The types and quality of housing stock options may dictate what neighborhood or area within that efforts to attract and grow quality businesses,while
advocating for Greater Phoenix's competitiveness in
32 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
a globally competitive marketplace. residents to spend disposable income outside the city
and increase retail leakage.
The purpose of this chapter is to ensure that the There are currently little to no shovel-ready,properly-
planning area offers diverse business opportunities zoned parcels of significant size that could support
that expand the local economy and allow residents office or industrial employment development. Nor is
to have quality employment close to where they live. there any modern and existing building inventory to
The Land Use Plan Map (See Map 5.1) illustrates offer major employers looking for existing space.
where existing and future business and employment Anticipated growth to the south on ASLD land
are planned to be located. Currently, over 90% of the is expected to initially have a primary focus on
existing workforce that resides in Apache Junction residential development. This will,in the short-term,
leaves the community for work. This export of
create more pressure for sales tax-funded services,not
talent is indicative that more focus needs to be made add employment,potentially increase retail leakage,
and export more workforce out of Apache Junction
into regional job centers.
• Business assistance, ecosystems for entrepreneurial
<44 needs and collaboration necessary to support industry
growth are all components still in development and in
need of additional support.
• The lack of state,regional and local tools (such as Tax
INS: Increment Financing) make it extremely difficult to
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fund basic infrastructure to prepare for growth.
The following current and potential opportunities
may positively impact economic development efforts
in Apache Junction over the next ten years:
• Continued development of the Phoenix-Mesa
Gateway Airport as a significant economic driver for
the east valley, and the investment and leadership
involvement of Apache Junction.
to improve the city's balance of jobs to households. • Existence of Apache Junction's opportunity zone as a
means to drive private investment into economically
CONDITIONS, ISSUES, AND OPPORTUNITIES distressed portions of the core downtown.
• Renewed focus and increased community awareness
The following current and potential issues may of the importance of strengthening the local unified
impact economic development efforts in Apache school district, community college and entrepreneurial
Junction over the next ten to twenty years: ecosystems by seeking collaborative community-wide
support.
• Growth,in general,especially a hyper-focus on quality Expectation of portions of state land to the
business attraction and industry clusters is a significant south of US-60 being considered for auction and
shift from the more livable community values
development for the first time since the recession,
residents have embraced in the past.
with opportunities to vastly diversify local housing and
• There is a strong local resistance to affordable,higher- development offerings and the demographic makeup
density residential projects that are needed to attract of Apache Junction.
a significant local workforce, coupled with a lack
• Collaboration amongst the region for siting, funding,
of existing diverse housing options for all ages and and preparing for regional corridors for SR-24 and a
income levels.
north/south corridor that,if planned appropriately,
• There is no city property tax which creates a very can provide tremendous economic value and
fragile funding reliance on sales tax generation, opportunity.
coupled with more online shopping and valley sprawl A continued strong local presence of small business
bringing shopping opportunities closer and easier for •
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ownership and vocal community expression of value DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
placed on unique offerings in downtown Apache
Junction. Policy: Collaborate and engage with Arizona Commerce
• The Superstition Mountains, connection to SR-88, the Authority, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Phoenix-
Historic Apache Trail and attractions will continue to East Valley Partnership,Arizona Office of Tourism, the
be a relevant driver for visitors and tourists alike local Chamber of Commerce,neighboring municipalities,
and other regional economic development organizations
to align business supply and demand opportunities,
enhance competitiveness of the state and region, and
bring additional prospect activity and quality job growth
GOALS AND POLICIES to Apache Junction.
GOAL 5.1: ATTRACT ALL TYPES OF QUALITY Policy: Identify and strategize infrastructure gaps
PRIVATE INVESTMENT THAT WILL ADD or opportunities with utility providers or districts to
VALUE AND BRING DIVERSIFICATION TO enhance shovel-readiness of key locations with maximum
CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS OF APACHE opportunity to bring additional economic development
JUNCTION AS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE,WORK benefits to the city and to those providers.
AND PLAY
Policy:Assess the adequacy of current services to
Policy: Strategically identify infill opportunity sites that existing employment areas to aid in business retention
can accommodate office,industrial,entertainment,retail, efforts.
and housing and mitigate barriers to development.
Policy: Develop an infrastructure improvement
Policy: Consider incentives or economic development recommendation for key potential and existing
agreements to close the gap on hard to redevelop employment areas.
properties that have been underutilized or have sat vacant.
GOAL 5.3: CONTINUE REDEVELOPMENT
Policy: Consider alternative zoning or overlay districts for EFFORTS WITHIN DOWNTOWN APACHE
idle infill parcels or redevelopment areas that may inspire JUNCTION
a higher and better use based in current market realities.
Policy: Evaluate market conditions against desired uses
Policy: Encourage the protection and expansion of in key sites and consider the acquisition of land to help
the land designated in the general plan specifically garner additional private sector interest to bring those
for employment and ensure they are preserved along desired uses to fruition, especially those projects that may
transportation corridors or in prime business cluster create jobs and daytime population densities.
locations that will maximize the impact and economic
potential for those businesses and employment centers. Policy: Consider what barriers exist that may impede
Discourage any uses that bring little or no value to the reinvestment or new private development investment and
consider programs or incentives to help overcome them.
community (such as RV Parks,RV storage,mini-storage
lots and seasonal residential units).
Policy: Identify tools, funding,partnerships or legislative
GOAL 5.2:ALIGN RESOURCES AND PRIORITIES policy that will support the clean-up, esthetics, economic
TO ENHANCE EXPANSION AND ATTRACTION strength, cultural significance, celebration of valued
OF THE CITY'S TARGETED INDUSTRIES places, and diversity of offerings to create a unique sense
(BUSINESS SERVICES; STANDARD AND of place for the downtown to become a destination for
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING; REGIONAL AND all.
CORPORATE CENTERS;MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS
AND/OR ASSOCIATED SATELLITE OPERATIONS; Policy: Implement elements of the Downtown
MINING SUPPORT FACILITIES; RESORT/ � Redevelopment and Implementation Strategy("DRIB") as
TOURIST-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT; funding and opportunities become available.
EXPANDED RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES,HIGH-
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5.4 ENHANCE THE IMAGE AND ELEVATE GOAL 5.6: CONTINUE TO PROMOTE AND
AWARENESS OF APACHE JUNCTION AND ALL EXEMPLIFY BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC
IT HAS TO OFFER DEVELOPMENT ADVOCACY THAT CONSIDERS
CURRENT CONDITIONS,EXISTING NEEDS,
Policy: Utilizing the identified targeted industries,create a BUSINESS THREATS AND OPPORTUNITIES,
more robust marketing campaign that would seek to pique AND SOLUTION ORIENTED DELIVERABLES
the interest of development that would help bring more THAT WILL HELP RETAIN AND STRENGTHEN
diversity and living-wage jobs to the market by showing EXISTING BUSINESSES
the strengths and niche potential unique to Apache
Junction. As new sites targeting employment come Policy: Implement programs that will help to meet
online, actively promote and recruit through industry identified needs in the local business community while
specific forums. reinforcing the community messaging of supporting local
business. Partner with other regional resources that are
Policy: Collaborate efforts focused on visitor services able to assist by providing time,talent or treasure.
and tourism marketing with local organizations and/or
regional visitor bureaus to promote quality of life and Policy: Consider the viability of a co-working or
business opportunity assets unique to Apache Junction. collaborative model to assess and support the local
entrepreneurial ecosystem that may lead to new business
Policy: Consider ways to engage and support area tourist growth.
attractions that will elevate awareness and increase visitor
traffic in the city.
Policy: Identify local assets that are attractive to visitor
psychographic profiles with strong spend potential that
are currently not well represented in the market. Add
unique tourism demand generators as appropriate that will
be attractive to that more diverse visitor profile.
GOAL 5.5: MAKE ROOM FOR ALL BY
MAINTAINING THE VERY UNIQUE
CHARACTERISTICS AND RICH HISTORY OF
APACHE JUNCTION'S EXISTING DEVELOPMENT
PATTERNS AND LIFESTYLE PREFERENCES,
WHILE RECOGNIZING NEW GROWTH IN
LARGE SWATHS OF STATE LAND WILL COME
WITH VASTLY DIFFERENT PREFERENCES FOR
DEVELOPMENT
Policy: The likelihood of "one community, feeling like
two different places" should be embraced not be avoided.
Marketing efforts need to help overcome perceptions that
Apache Junction is a small town and simply wants more
of what currently exists.
Policy: Actively gather insight and data from the
development community not active in Apache Junction
and assess if there are gaps preventing them from
investing in the community, or if there is an opportunity
to share additional information to help with a site
selection decision.
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Banner Health 10,500
Walmart 4,100
Frys Food Stores 3,800
�, The Boeing Company 3,600
Dignity Health 3,500
Freedom Financial Network 2,700
Go Daddy Software Inc 2,400
Home Depot 2,100
ABM Industries Inc 2,000
Nxp USA Inc 1,800
Source:2018 MAG Employer Database
Does not include employers in the public or education sectors
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PUBLIC SAFETY, SERVICES & Due to the fact that the first four minutes of any
FACILITIES emergency are critical,it is the goal of AJPD to
be on scene within four minutes of any 911 call.
Currently the response time is an average of four-
INTRODUCTION plus minutes, a goal that AJPD is attempting to
reduce. All 911 calls made within Apache Junction
This planning element provides an overview of are answered by the AJPD 911 Communication
the various public safety, public works, public Center by well trained professional staff members.
educational, public administration and utility facilities
within the Apache Junction planning area. It is AJPD continues to work to keep pace with meeting
crucial that the city has the necessary public facilities the public safety needs. As the city grows, so
and services to support growth as well as adequate does the need for more emergency services. At
policies in place to determine what role the public the present time, the department covers over 36.2
sector plays in financing public services and facilities. square miles,with the knowledge that the city limits
Accordingly, the city's goal is to ensure that adequate will most likely expand over the next ten years.
public facilities and services exist or will be provided Knowing this, it is anticipated that expanded public
concurrent with new development. safety resources will be needed. In anticipation
of this growth, the department is projecting the
CONDITIONS, ISSUES, AND needs for a new police substation or headquarters
OPPORTUNITIES center, possible sharing of a police and fire facility,
Police Department additional personnel and numerous equipment needs
The Apache Junction Police Department ("AJPD") will be required.
lives within the mission statement of "In Partnership Additionally, the current 911 communications
with the Community" and strives to maintain a division will need significant enhancements,
consistent professional level of high performance. expansion of property and evidence facilities, paws
The department continues to embrace accountability, and claws care center and conference and training
professionalism and community interaction. With rooms will be needed to address these growing
the goal of raising professional standards,AJPD demands.
is in the process of obtaining state accreditation
through application in the Arizona Law Enforcement Moving forward,AJPD will continue to be active
Accreditation Program, a new program sponsored in pursuing smart city technologies to improve
through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police operational efficiencies. The City and AJPD have
("ACOP"). AJPD will be one of eight agencies in launched an internet component/mobile application
Arizona that will be considered for this accreditation. to allow residents and businesses to keep up with
40 PUBLIC SAFETY,SERVICES&FACILITIES
upcoming public safety news, as well as report crimes Further, the department also operates a local animal
and suspicious activities on their mobile devices. control center, Paws and Claws Care Center,which
is responsible for the care, housing and enforcement
AJPD is a full time, full service, public safety of animal cruelty crimes within the city. The
agency,which carries out police services within the agency enjoys partnerships with organizations and
jurisdiction of Apache Junction. AJPD enforces
state laws, city ordinances and is responsible for the
complete investigation of all felony, misdemeanor
and petty crimes which occur within the city.
The department's partnership with other local
public safety agencies such as the Marshal Service
—Operation Desert Vigilance, enhances the
AJPD Statistics
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Winter 7000
Summer 139,000
Staff
Sworn 59
Civilian 37
Volunteer 100
Vehicles
Command 5
Officer 26
Motors 4
SWAT Team training
Administrative 3
Property& Evidence 3
individuals within the community that help reduce
Detective 13 victimization through a variety of crime prevention
Tactical 4 and community education programs.
Auxiliary 4
Number of Responses Fire Protection
The Superstition Fire and Medical District ("SFMD")
2017 51,511 is a political subdivision of the State of Arizona,
2016 50,813 legally established in 1955 pursuant to ARS § 48-261.
It is not a city department and fiscal management
effectiveness of enforcement activities in and of the district is provided by separate elected five-
around the city. It also participates in various member board. The fire district encompasses sixty-
federal and state task forces such as the United two (62) square miles and serves the City of Apache
States Drug Enforcement Administration, United Junction, the unincorporated areas of Gold Canyon,
States Secret Service and the Arizona Department Superstition Foothills, Goldfield Foothills and
of Public Safety's Auto Theft Task Force, assisting Entrada Del Oro as illustrated in Map 6.2.
in the enforcement of federal laws as necessary and
appropriate. SFMD utilizes a three-platoon system for emergency
operations. Each platoon has a Battalion Chief who
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 41
directs day-to-day shift operations,while station Public Works
captains direct station operations. All district fire The City of Apache Junction Public Works
stations are strategically located throughout the Department ("PWD") is responsible for the design,
fire district to provide effective coverage, a quick construction and maintenance of all city streets, city
response time and protect critical infrastructure. traffic signals, street lights, signs, city buildings, and
In January of 2016, the district acquired approval the purchase and maintenance of all city vehicles.
from the State of Arizona to begin operating its Map 6.1.
own ambulance service which had previously been
operated by a private company. The district delivers a PWD is also responsible for floodplain management,
wide variety of both emergency and non-emergency city-wide stormwater management planning,
services which include: transportation, street circulation and access master
plan studies. The city utilizes the 2002 Master
• Advanced life support medical treatment Stormwater Management Plan, the 2003 Street
• Fire suppression Circulation and Access Study, the 2004 Small Area
• Specialized Rescue Operations Transportation Plan, and the 2018 City of Apache
• Response to weather-related emergencies Junction Active Transportation Plan as the primary
• Hazardous materials incident mitigation tools to plan and provide a transportation and
drainage network that meets the needs of all users.
Other general PWD responsibilities include:
SFMD strives to meet National Fire Protection . Right-of-way ("row") encroachment permitting
Association ("NFPA") 1710 standards. NFPA 1710
standards dictate that the first company should 5 & 10 year capital improvement plans
arrive on scene of a fire or medical emergency in • City wide traffic volume counts
five minutes or less 90% of the time. The district's • City street light district management
average response time is 4:38. Additionally, the fire • Capital and development project plan review
district is a partner in the Phoenix Metro Valley
Contract administration
Automatic Aid System. Within this system, no
jurisdictional boundaries are recognized between Surplus property auctions
cities when dispatching resources. The closest • Utility company design/construction coordination
appropriate fire entity company is dispatched to
emergencies through a computer aided system. Public Education
Because of this,it is common to see fire trucks from
the City of Mesa in the City of Apache Junction The Apache Junction Unified School District
jurisdiction on a regular basis. ("AJUSD") provides K-12 educational services to
the city and surrounding areas in Pinal County.
SFMD Statistics (January, 2019) A five-member elected non-partisan governing
board is responsible for AJUSD operation. AJUSD
• Number of Fire Stations - 5 consists of 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school,
• Number of Fire Companies - 6 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The AJUSD
• Number of Ambulance - 4 boundary map showing the location of these schools
• Number of population served—86,000 is illustrated on Map 6.4.
• Number of full time employees - 140*
As the city's population expands towards build-
• Number of responses in 2018—9,620 out,AJUSD's educational facilities will necessarily
• Number of ambulance transports—5,068 need to expand to serve the larger population. To
*90 Sworn Firefighters and 50 civilian staff, of which help anticipate future demand, the City of Apache
37 are Ambulance personnel. Junction will work closely with AJUSD to identify the
SFMD's webpage is sfmd.az.gov for more information. amount, location, and timing of future development.
The city must also help protect the viability of the
local school system by encouraging developers to
42 PUBLIC SAFETY,SERVICES&FACILITIES
provide for diverse, family-oriented housing choices. south of US-60 to warrant consideration of an
This will help to foster year-round sustainability in additional library facility. Population density, growth
the community, and to help transition the city away projections, demographics and the needs of the
from a seasonal (mostly 55-plus age group) winter community for library services in the area should
visitor economy. dictate the size and location of a new branch library.
The Central Arizona Community College ("CAC") Other City Services and Public Facilities
Superstition Mountain Campus in Apache Junction The city also has other excellent departments and
offers a wide variety of academic, career training and services, including but not limited to, parks and
personal enrichment classes. CAC is overseen by the recreation, development services, management
Pinal County Community College Governing Board, services, business licensing, economic development,
a leadership group elected by voters to help guide public information, media services, municipal
the institution's growth. The five-person board is court, city attorney, city clerk, municipal finance,
comprised of county residents selected from specific information technology and human resources
geographic areas with a president annually chosen offices, all offering a variety of services to citizens,
by the board members to lead the organization. business owners and visitors alike. City personnel
CAC has identified the City of Apache Junction as a are constantly training and learning new methods
growth area and is engaged in a phased expansion of for customer service and process improvement, to
their Superstition Mountain Campus that is planned meet the needs of a changing and dynamic electronic
for completion in 2030. The city will continue to and digital age, to guide the city's present and future.
work closely with the CAC on their expansion plans. Some of these other services, such as those offered
by the parks and recreation department and the water
Public Library providers are covered more extensively in other
The Apache Junction Public Library is a welcoming chapters of the general plan.
destination providing education, technology, The city also has other community partners such as
information and entertainment, enriching the lives the private utility companies which serve the city,
of individuals and families in the community. The including Salt River Project,Water Utility Community
library has a collection of over 135,000 items for Facilities District,Arizona Water Company, Century
public use including: books for every age and Link, Mediacom Cable, Southwest Gas Corporation,
interest, blu-ray, DVDs,video games, newspapers, Superstition Mountain Community Facilities District
magazines, playaways, playaway Views, playaway (sewer district),Waste Management, Right Away
launchpads, MP3 players, e-readers, tablets, music Disposal "RAD", Republic Services (solid waste
CDs, books on CDs and maps. collection), cell service providers and others. The
city routinely coordinates with and will continue to
Many popular programs and services are offered coordinate with these various entities as appropriate
by the library, such as: Act One Culture Pass;Job
on development projects, such as new residential
Opportunities and Basic Skills ("JOBS") Training subdivisions and commercial developments to
Center; introductory classes on word processing, extend infrastructure and services, particularly to
e-mail, technology, and the Internet; computers for new or underserved parts of the city,with the aim of
public use; MediaBank; reference service;Talking bringing benefits to entire neighborhoods, not just
Books; public access to the Internet; financial individual development sites.
literacy classes; Fun Van; downloadable audiobooks,
e-books, magazines, music, movies and video; adult,
young adult, and children's programming; databases
available remotely; federal documents depository; GOALS AND POLICIES
and interlibrary loan. The latest addition to the
library's services is a "Creation Zone"which includes GOAL 6.1: CONTINUE TO PROVIDE EXCELLENT
a digitization station, 3D printer and a photo studio. POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES
A needs assessment study should be conducted Policy: Raise professional standards and seek state
when enough growth occurs within Apache Junction
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 43
accreditation through the ACOP. Policy: Require the inclusion of Salt River Project,water,
sewer and other public/private utility facilities and line
Policy: Develop and expand police resources at a rate to routes on development plan submittals.
keep pace with growth in terms of facilities,personnel,
equipment, technologies and other resources. Policy: Evaluate the implications of allowing areas
affected by existing or proposed overhead electrical
Policy: Improve/lower 911 emergency call response times facilities to organize improvement districts for facility
for police, fire and other emergency services personnel. undergrounding.
GOAL 6.2: CONTINUE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE Policy: Provide adequate space to accommodate
PUBLIC FACILITIES community utilities, services, and facilities as development
occurs.
Policy: Provide adequate public facilities and services
concurrent with new development while maintaining or GOAL 6.5: SUPPORT CULTURAL FACILITIES
improving existing service levels for existing development.
Policy: Ensure that the library system and multi-
Policy: Continue to require new development to provide generational center continues its role as a major cultural
its fair share of required services and infrastructure in a resource for the community.
timely manner (see Chapter 10 - Cost of Development
Element). Policy: Continue to provide funding for the library and
parks through development fees.
Policy: Develop minimum acceptable standards for the
provision of community services and infrastructure. Policy: Develop and support art programs,including
public art and other cultural activities.
Policy: Develop and/or maintain community facilities
that encourage and promote opportunities for the Policy: Support public and private partnerships to
interaction and communication between citizens of all promote arts and culture.
ages, cultures and incomes.
GOAL 6.6: SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
GOAL 6.3: CONTINUE TO PROVIDE FOR
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Policy: Promote and support the expansion and
enhancement of CAC's Superstition Mountain Campus.
Policy: Update the 2002 City of Apache Junction
Stormwater Master Plan. Policy:Actively coordinate with AJUSD, CAC, charter
schools and private entities on the planning and
Policy: Work with the Flood Control District of construction of new and rehabilitated schools in concert
Maricopa County,Pinal County and Federal Emergency with redevelopment,revitalization and development
Management Agency("FEMA') on stormwater activities.
management.
Policy: Request that developers of large residential
Policy: Promote the joint use of detention basins for projects meet with the respective school district and that
flood control,groundwater recharge and recreational the district provide the city with projected enrollment and
activities. timing impacts such that this information can be included
in planning commission and city council staff reports.
GOAL 6.4: COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY
PLANNING Policy: Encourage developers to provide for multiple
housing choices for all citizens and discourage the
Policy: Encourage new development to provide up-to- creation of more age-restricted development.
date technology, such as fiber optics and wireless internet
connections, throughout the development. Policy: Promote sound site planning principles in locating
safe, secure school sites.
44 PUBLIC SAFETY,SERVICES&FACILITIES
Policy: Encourage the connection of schools to
surrounding residences through sidewalks,bicycle paths
and trail systems.
Policy: Create joint development opportunities to co-
locate schools and parks, as well as selected sites for
swimming pools and satellite library facilities.
Policy: Negotiate intergovernmental agreements for joint
use of facilities where and when appropriate.
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MAP 6.1
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Circulation
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CIRCULATION Ellsworth Road in Mesa and Ironwood Drive in
Apache Junction are the two north-south arterials
INTRODUCTION that connect Queen Creek and San Tan Valley to the
Loop 202 and the US-60 Highway. 35,000 vehicles
The Circulation Element ties together land use and travel Ironwood Drive south of U.S.-60 Highway
transportation planning to ensure that as Apache on a daily basis and the interchange is not adequate.
Junction develops, infrastructure for vehicular and Arizona Department of Transportation ("ADOT")
active transportation will be available to support will extend the S.R.-24 to Ironwood by 2022. It is
safe access for work, school, recreation and regional projected that half of the current Ironwood Road
travel. traffic will utilize the S.R.-24 when it is completed.
While this will help in the short term, development
The city will utilize the 2019 Active Transportation south of Guadalupe Road and west of the CAP
Plan ("ATP") and the 2012 Comprehensive canal is projected to begin within the next five (5)
Transportation Study as the primary tools to plan, years and residential buildout of the area is estimated
provide and promote a transportation network that between 25,000 and 45,000 units. Ironwood Drive
meets the needs of all users while promoting a (from S.R.-24 to U.S.-60) and all other arterials
healthy lifestyle. must be designed to adequately carry traffic while
providing safe access and travel for all modes of
North of Baseline transportation.
Many of the streets north of Baseline Avenue were
built prior to the incorporation of the city and in The Pinal Regional Transportation Authority
many cases built without a definite design standard. ("PRTA") passed a 0.5% sales tax in 2018 to
The city continues to follow a strategic capital construct multiple major roadway projects
improvement plan for maintenance and construction, throughout Pinal County. These projects will help
but needs are greater than available funds. The city meet the transportation needs of the region, provide
must continue to utilize economical maintenance a regional commercial corridor for Apache Junction
methods by increasing our in-house work and and stimulate development south of Baseline Road.
continuing to find and exhaust alternative funding Included in their plan is the construction of a
sources for road maintenance and construction. north-south corridor from U.S.-60 (at approximately
Mountain View Road) to I-10 and the extension
Reconstruction and new road construction south of of S.R.-24 east from Ironwood to the North-
Baseline must implement all components of the ATP. South corridor. The PRTA estimates the start of
construction for the SR-24 in 2025 and start of
construction for North/South Corridor from U.S.-60
South of Baseline to S.R.-24 in 2027.
52 CIRCULATION
Future arterials must provide connectivity to Apache a. Plan, design and construct in accordance with
Junction's north-south arterials as well as east-west recommended lanes and street classification.
access from Mesa, Gold Canyon, Peralta Road and
b. Planning,design and construction shall include
the Superior area.
recommended active transportation amenities.
Transit c. Acquire necessary right-of-way to accommodate active
Based on past experience and current conditions, transportation amenities.
a fixed route transit service may not be justified
in this general plan period. Three percent (3%) Policy: Coordinate with adjacent municipalities and
of funds collected by PRTA will be dedicated to counties to address regional transportation issues and
public transportation with a majority of those funds planning programs.
used as matching funds for existing transit systems.
Policy: Preserve,protect and acquire transportation
Remaining funds will be used for construction of
park and ride lots and dial-a-ride services throughout corridors from federal patented easements ("FPEs"),
Pinal County. The city will work with PRTA to washes,powerlines and CAP canals.
strategically locate park and ride lots in Apache
GOAL 7.2: IMPLEMENT THE ACTIVE
Junction. TRANSPORTATION PLAN
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
Policy: Prioritize the active transportation network.
Map 7.1 illustrates the city's street classification Compare this priority list to the 10-year transportation
system for existing and proposed arterial, collector, CIP. Expand,when possible,any transportation CIP
and local streets. The ATP (Map 7.2) provides projects to close small gaps or complete an active
the location of the essential system that should transportation trail.
be implemented for future road and open space
development and reconstruction. All reconstruction Policy: Pursue all public or private funding options.
and maintenance projects shall reference the ATP
during the planning and design phase and include all Policy: Expand maintenance projects to include trails and
items that are feasible. New road construction must paths.
implement all components of the ATP.
GOAL 7.3: PROMOTE REGIONAL
Due to technology advancements, the city must TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
change with the times. Autonomous vehicles
are now on public roads as well as micro-modal Policy: Coordinate with adjacent municipalities and
alternatives. Going forward, the city must consider counties to address regional transportation issues.
smart transportation upgrades such as vehicle to
vehicle communication, electronic charging stations, Policy: Promote and be an involved partner in all regional
intelligent infrastructure and changes in parking transportation planning programs.
demands.
GOAL 7.4: PROMOTE INTELLIGENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS AND
TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS
GOALS AND POLICIES
Policy: Promote solar powered electronic vehicle charging
GOAL 7.1: IDENTIFY AND PRIORITIZE stations in existing and new development.
TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS
Policy: Stay up-to-date on changing technologies and
Policy: Finalize the 10-year transportation capital how those technologies can impact existing transportation
improvement projects ("CIP)"plan. systems and laws.
Policy: Adhere to the adopted Active Transportation
Plan:
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MAJ ONE H2O ES .M making their groundwater use consistent with the
Phoenix Active Management Area ("AMA"). AzWC
WHAT IS 1 WATER? AKA-AJ One H2O meets this requirement with Certificates of Assured
Water from ADWR.
AJ 1H2O,is a holistic approach to consider all of
the city's water resources. Water resources include AJWD estimates that it currently provides water to
surface water, groundwater,wastewater, potable a population of approximately 12,750 within the
water, recycled water,water runoff and stormwater City of Apache Junction. The remainder of the city,
as a single asset type. This element provides a approximately 25,500 people, is served by AzWC or
general overview of the city's commitment towards private wells.
sustainable water management practices. This
element will provide general guidance for staff, ARIZONA WATER HISTORY AND LAW
the public and elected officials when considering
new programs, facility improvements and new In the 1970s,Arizona recognized that substantial
development. groundwater depletion was occurring in the aquifers
of central and southern Arizona. Excessive reliance
INTRODUCTION of groundwater in some areas resulted in significant
lowering of groundwater levels, surface subsidence,
Currently,water is provided to the City of Apache water quality problems due to intrusion of poor
Junction by two service providers, the Arizona quality water into the aquifer, and/or loss of aquifer
Water Company ("AzWC") and the Apache Junction storage space. In response, the Arizona Groundwater
Water Utilities Community Facilities District,which Code ("AGA") was enacted in 1980 to address the
is commonly referred to as Apache Junction Water long-term management of groundwater supplies in
District ("AJWD"). The service area for these two the state.
utilities is illustrated on Map 8.1. These two water
service providers are regulated as large municipal ADWR oversees the use of surface water and
providers,which is defined as serving more than 250 groundwater and works to develop the policies to
acre-feet ("AF") of water per year. ensure long-term water supplies for the people of
Arizona. Enactment of the code additionally created
AJWD meets the requirements of this program several active management areas ("AMAs") within the
through its Designation of Assured Water Supply state, each of which must develop a plan to achieve
("DAWS" or "Designation"),which is issued by goals for water management set by the state and to
Arizona Department of Water Resources ("ADWR"). ensure a 100-year water supply.
AJWD is a member of the Central Arizona
Groundwater Replenishment District (CAGRD"); ADWR adopted its Third Management Plan
60 AJ ONE H2O RESOURCES
("TMP") in December, 1999. ADWR is working following describes each of these resources:
on developing the Fourth Management Plan,which
is scheduled for adoption in 2020. The TMP is part 1. Groundwater.
of a series of five management plans that were
mandated by the 1980 code. The TMP has regulatory a. Arizona Water Company. AzWC currently
requirements for municipalities, particularly in uses groundwater as their primary source.
the area of water conservation. The next level In 2001,AzWC completed a hydrologic
of management plans will shift the focus from study for their service area. Based on this
regulation towards collaborative, long-term water study,ADWR determined that 19,255 acre-
planning. feet ("AF") could be pumped annually by
AzWC, and that current AzWC-committed
Apache Junction water providers must comply with demand was only 8,346 AF per year.
the Assured Water Supply ("AWS") rules,which b. Apache Junction Water District ADWR's
require that water providers prove a 100-year supply 2010, designation of assured water supply
of renewable water that is physically, continuously for AJWD determined that 2,769 AF of
and legally available, and must be of sufficient quality groundwater could be pumped annually
before any additional residential development occurs. by AJWD, and that the current demand is
1,886 AF per year.
Under current corporate boundaries,Apache
Junction is located entirely within the Phoenix 2. Central Arizona Project. Apache Junction water
AMA and participates in the Phoenix AMA plan. providers have CAP allocations for use.
The management goal of the Phoenix AMA is to
attain "safe-yield" by the year 2025. Achieving safe- 3. Effluent. Wastewater treatment in the City
yield, as defined in the code, means "to achieve and of Apache Junction is provided by the
thereafter maintain along-term balance between Superstition Mountains Community Facilities
the annual amount of groundwater withdrawn in an District ("SMCFD"). The SMCFD Wastewater
AMA and the annual amount of natural and artificial Treatment Facility is reported to currently have
groundwater recharge in the AMA (A.R.S. §45-561 approximately 3.07 AF/day of treated effluent
(12)). available. Treated effluent is being recharged
and approximately 1200 AF of recharge credits
BACKGROUND are available for purchase by AJWD, pursuant
to a 2015 agreement. Effluent recharge credits
Terrain and Climate can also be applied to future overdraft of
The Apache Junction area is characterized by a groundwater use,if needed to meet future
broad, flat-lying alluvial plain cut by low stream demands as expansion occurs.
terraces and floodplains located in and adjacent
to the Salt River and other unnamed washes. The Water Supply and Demand
area is located within the Sonoran Desert Climatic An assessment of available water supply for future
Region of Arizona,which is characterized by hot demand depends on the estimated population
summers and mild winters. Temperatures range growth. The 2020 general plan projects that the
from an average maximum of 105' F in July to an majority of future growth in the city will occur south
average minimum of 39' F in January. The recorded of Baseline Avenue,which is primarily within AJWD
annual precipitation averages 7.2 inches,with the service area. The following paragraphs describe the
majority of the rainfall occurring during the summer relationship between future water supply and demand
months of July through September and the winter in the AJWD service area.
months of December through March. Typically, little
precipitation occurs during the spring and fall. 1. One-Water Concept: As the water demand and
service area expands, renewable water supplies
Water Resources such as additional CAP water, aquifer storage
The water resources available to the City of Apache and recovery wells, groundwater recharge
Junction include groundwater wells, Central Arizona facilities,water conservation, rainwater harvesting
Project ("CAP") water and treated effluent. The and effluent re-use should become the focus
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 61
for water supplies for future development. Viability of Effluent Reuse
AJWD's Superstition Area Water Plant Master Effluent production is directly in proportion to the
Plan includes a pipeline corridor connecting to serviced population. Treated effluent is typically
SMCFD's water reclamation plant to leverage used to irrigate landscaped areas,golf courses
future potable water re-use technologies and and recreation fields and also used for industrial
develop an additional renewable water resource. processing. In early 2018, the Arizona Department
In March 2019, the Salt River Project released of Environmental Quality ("ADEQ") approved
over 100,000 AF of water captured from regulations allowing Direct Potable Reuse ("DPR").
Arizona watersheds. In 2018 the SMCFD SMCFD provides the opportunity for effluent reuse
discharged treated effluent into a local desert for future development.
wash. Additionally, an unquantifiable volume of
urban runoff flowed through Apache Junction's
Water Conservation
desert washes during the summer months. In
the past, these types of water have been viewed AJWD and AzWC water providers must meet the
as a liability, or risk to the safety and welfare of requirements of the 1980 Groundwater Code for
our community. Moving forward, efforts must water providers within AMAs. Both water providers
be made to master plan infrastructure to manage are working to achieve this goal and should consider
water as one combined resource to enable future increasing their use of CAP water to reduce their
development. reliance on groundwater.
2. 2025 AJWC and ADWR Projection: ADWR's The city should work with AJWD to decrease the per
2010, DAWS for AJWC's service area states that capita water consumption as the majority of the new
the 100-year annual supply volume of 3,995.16 development in the area will be served by AJWD. It
AF exceeds calendar year 2025 demand volume is less likely that significant water conservation can
of 3,562.04 AF per year. Therefore,AJWD has be achieved with existing development. However,
a DAWS through December 31, 2025, or until the city can require that all new development provide
demands exceed 3,562.04 AF per year,whichever Water conservation measures. Since AJWD has a
is earlier. DAWS, the continued development and utilization
of renewable supplies will be required to meet future
3. Buildout Projection: AJWD has calculated that demands.
7,746 AF per year of surface and groundwater
resources are available in 2018, subject to an 817 The city will explore the development of guidelines
AF re-allocation of Non-Indian Agricultural for industrial use,irrigation, and land development
("NIA") priority CAP water and additional to conserve water use, including the use of low water
treatment and infrastructure expansions. While use landscaping, low use water fixtures, and water
this additional supply is greater than current reuse.
water demand and ADWR's 2010 designation
of 3,995.16, it will not be enough to satisfy the Stormwater
city's future build-out population estimated at As a renewable resource for potable water,
140,000. Therefore, additional water sources will stormwater quality is addressed through a number
need to be secured at some point in the future to of government regulation programs and acts such
accommodate build-out growth. as the Clean Water Act ("CWA"), National Pollution
Discharge Eliminations System ("NPDES"),
4. Water Quality: The water providers must Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
provide a safe water supply that meets all current ("AZPDES") and two city initiated programs
Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") which are the City of Apache Junction Stormwater
Safe Drinking Water Maximum Contaminant Management Program and the City of Apache
Levels ("MCLs"). A review of the records from Junction Stormwater Regulations Ordinance. These
both water providers indicates that the water regulatory initiatives provide the framework for
distributed by both the AJWD and the AzWC AJWD and AzWC to process stormwater in a safe
meets the current EPA MCLs. and efficient manner.
62 AJ ONE H2O RESOURCES
Stormwater quantity is also addressed through a water sources on existing water facilities.
number of city regulation programs and federal
agencies such as the 2002 Stormwater Master Plan, Policy: Maintain a reliable water supply in order to
Federal Emergency Management Agency ("FEMA"), enhance the security and economic sustainability of
Floodplains, National Flood Insurance Program Apache Junction.
("NFIP"), Apache Junction Floodplain Ordinance,
Floodplain Management, FEMA Risk Mapping, Policy: Develop a regional approach to water resource
Assessment, and Planning ("Risk MAP") Program utilization that promotes future growth and sustainability.
and also through an innovative initiative known as
the Green Infrastructure-Low Impact Development Policy: Evaluate the costs and benefits of merging AzWC
("LID") guidelines where design improvement and AJWD into one municipal water service provider.
standards are required in new developments.
Improvements consist of permeable pavements, Policy: Evaluate the costs and benefits of merging
curb openings for drainage, sediment traps, domed SMCFD (sewer district) and AJWD into a water and waste
overflow structures and Stormwater harvesting basin water city utility department.
to name a few. The goal of the city is to encourage
designers and developers to utilize these standards GOAL 8.2: STRENGTHEN WATER
on public projects associated with road and street CONSERVATION
improvements, as well as private projects.
Policy: Develop and/or participate in existing public
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS education efforts regarding the incorporation of water
harvesting,xeriscape and other water conservation
In order for AJ I142O to be a success both water measures into new developments,redevelopment areas
providers (AJWD and AzWC) and the City of and city projects.
Apache Junction and external water managers must
educate and work together to keep an end goal in Policy: Promote development that conserves water
mind at all times. This will lead to smarter water through the type of LID provisions of recharge and use
management practices,increased efficiency of of renewable water supplies.
operations, resilience against climate change and
enriched livable communities. Policy: Conserve the use of both groundwater and
renewable water supplies.
Policy: Require compliance with ADWR programs, rules
GOALS AND POLICIES and regulations for new developments and city projects.
GOAL 8.1: ADVANCE Water Quality and Quantity Policy: Require compliance with water conservation
guidelines set by the ADWR, for all users,including those
Policy: Develop and maintain physically and legally outside of the AMAs.
available water supplies of sufficient capacity and quality
to satisfy demands of current and future water users. Policy: Update the 2002 Stormwater Masterplan.
Consider stormwater as a renewable water supply.
Policy: Investigate creative partnerships for the supply
and delivery of water to existing and new development in Policy:Adopt LID Standards and incorporate them
Apache Junction. into the land development code for water quality and
managing stormwater as a source of water for landscape
Policy: Participate in processes to develop alternative irrigation.
regulations to facilitate the acquisition, development and
use of necessary water supplies. Policy: Evaluate the cost/benefit analysis of a stormwater
utility to carry out the Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Policy: Encourage the use of scientific/technical studies Plan ("SWPPP") and the 2002 Stormwater Masterplan.
to reduce negative impacts of the development of new
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is planned for a pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use,
INTRODUCTION downtown. The city is currently updating the
Redevelopment Plan for this area, and is actively
As the City of Apache Junction population increases, encouraging development for a variety of uses
additional housing, commercial and industrial areas that are typical and necessary for a successful
will need be developed to support the community. downtown. Chapter 4 of this general plan
Some of these areas have been identified as provides a further framework for downtown
new development areas while other areas will be revitalization.
encouraged for infill development. Infill development
will be encouraged in the Downtown Redevelopment 2. U.S. Highway 60 Corridor - The Highway 60
Area as well as along Old West Highway. corridor includes the land located along the
Highway 60 interchanges. Since the private
Also,ASLD will serve as a vital development partner market and ASLD will have a strong interest in
for the city when it comes to the development of development of these interchange nodes, the
land south of Baseline Avenue. ASLD partners general plan proposes a spectrum of development
with local government to facilitate the sale and types within this area such as commercial,
planning of state owned land for the possibility of industrial and high density residential.
new development. The city will work with ASLD to
ensure proper infrastructure is available for future 3. Lost Dutchman Vistas -The south city area
growth while not negatively impacting current levels includes the territory from Baseline Avenue to
of service to existing development. S.R.-24 Corridor (approximately Frye Road). This
area will include a range of residential densities,
Lastly, State Law requires that the general plan commercial spaces, open space and industrial
identify locations of future growth. During the next uses. This area is slated to be the next big phase
ten years, this plan identifies the following areas of development for the city.
outlined in map 9.1 and also detailed below as future
growth areas. 4. Old West Highway Corridor - The Old West
Highway Corridor (former U.S. 60) includes
FUTURE GROWTH AREAS: the property frontage along Old West Highway.
1. Downtown Redevelopment Area - The While this area has some limited development
Downtown Redevelopment Area ("DRA") of underinvested land uses, it also includes a
includes the downtown core area, the civic center great deal of undeveloped land. The general plan
area, and property frontage located along Apache proposes that this area be developed as a mixture
Trail. This area represents the city's historic of community commercial and multifamily/
commercial corridor and is ideally situated for density development.
66 GROWTH AREA
5. Rural Residential—This area consists of land
generally identified on the land use plan Map as
low density residential land use. The majority of GOALS AND POLICIES
the land is located on the northern and eastern
edges of the city. It also includes undeveloped GOAL 9.1: INCREASE THE CITY'S FINANCIAL
ASLD land and BLM property that could be sold SUSTAINABILITY
and developed in the future. Given the unique
nature of this area, there will be continued Policy: Develop into a shopping and entertainment
investment and reinvestment in the rural type destination for the region.
of residential properties and preservation of
large lot horse properties. Appropriate growth Policy: Capture greater shares of the year-round and
and preservation will be vital towards a smart seasonal resident expenditures.
growth approach within this area. The careful
planning of low density development along with GOAL 9.2: PLAN FOR AN APPROPRIATE
the preservation of this area will make the city GEOGRAPHIC MIX OF RESIDENTIAL,
even more unique. This uniquely situated "green COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL USES IN
belt" along the northern and eastern edges of the THE DOWNTOWN
city will serve as a marketing tool for those who
seek being away from the city as well as having Policy: Identify the downtown area as the location for
instant access to the natural environment. The a mix of higher intensity employment uses, commercial
conservation of this area will serve as a lasting uses,higher density residential uses and other cultural,
legacy for many generations to come. recreation and entertainment uses.
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS Policy: Link the downtown area with vehicular,transit,
Proper infrastructure planning will be essential when equestrian,bicycle,and pedestrian modes that connect
considering and deliberating growth proposals. with the external circulation networks.
Moreover,infrastructure planning will need to take GOAL 9.3: ENCOURAGE INFILL DEVELOPMENT
place in advance in some areas in order to incentivize
and facilitate growth with shovel ready sites. Policy: Promote the downtown,U.S. 60 Corridor and Old
Strategic infrastructure planning and investing will West Highway Corridor for infill projects.
serve as key catalyst for the city to be able to reach its
ultimate development potential,while doing so in an
Policy: Evaluate the use of catalysts to implement the
orderly and thoughtful manner. infill policy including,but not limited to, fee waivers,
transfer of development rights and streamlining of
desirable projects.
Policy: Evaluate potential underutilized areas where
redevelopment or revitalization activities are warranted.
GOAL 9.4: SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
Policy: Encourage the use of "green building practices"
for developers/builders.
Policy: Require the use of low impact development
practices for all new development.
Policy: Conserve for future generations permanent open
space to connect the natural resources that are the essence
of what defines the city.
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M11160ST OF DEBT nnNrn management services, police protection, recreation
facilities, and the general government and public
works operations will be expanded to respond to
INTRODUCTION growth needs. The cost to bring infrastructure and
services on line is only the beginning. Operating,
Based on the projected number of dwelling units maintaining and renovating facilities will require
and population for the city at build-out, millions of significant long-term funding.
dollars will be spent to install basic infrastructure
to provide resident and business services to include This is especially important because the city on is
the provision of water, drainage/flood control, and on the threshold of developing approximately 6,700
roadway facilities. In addition, fire and emergency acres south of Baseline Avenue. With the possible
FINANCIAL MECHANISMS
TABLE 10.1
Option Description City Function
General Transaction/Sales Tax Taxes paid on retail sales activities Apache Junction levies 2.4 percent on all retail
with the city. Can be used for most purchases in the city.
types of expenditures.
Dedicated Transaction/Sales Tax Taxes paid on retail sales activities Apache Junction levies .4 percent for public safety,
within the city.Revenues are personnel retirement system"PSPRS"and for road
dedicated for a specific purpose. maintenance.
Property Tax Tax based on the assessed valuation Apache junction does not impose a municipal
of property within the city. property tax on property owners within the city limits.
Can be used for most types of
expenditures.
Intergovernmental Transfers Revenues received from state and Apache junction receives State Shared Revenues and
federal sources.Some funds are not Highway User Revenue Funds based on population.
encumbered and others must be
used for specific purposes.
Charges for Services Charged for the actual cost of Apache junction charges fees for services such as
providing services.May fund municipal court,planning,engineering,business
operating and capital expenditures. licenses,parks and recreation,and library fees.
70 COST OF DEVELOPMENT
FINANCIAL MECHANISMS CONTINUED
Activity Related Taxes Includes hotel occupancy taxes, No tax,due to state limitations that restrict the use of
taxes on rental cars,and other these taxes to only Maricopa and Pima Counties.
specific purposes.
Development Fees Fees imposed upon developers on Apache Junction administers a development fee
a one-time basis to cover specific program.'
costs/impacts of the development.
General Obligation Bonds Borrowing instruments that are None at this time.
backed by the full taxing authority
of the City.
Revenue Bonds Borrowing instruments that are The City uses current revenues to retire debt.
backed and repaid by a current or
future revenue source.
Construction Sales Tax Taxes will be paid on all new This option has not been used in the past.
constuction.Adjacent cities This will need to be approved by voters
currently charge approxiamately
4%
Special/Improvement Districts Specific areas that have a special Levies Street light improvement district tax.
financing mechanism(such as
bonds to be repaid by local
assessments) to fund infrastructure
or services within the district.
Development Agreements Agreements between the city and Apache Junction has used this tool to ensure
property owner/developer that appropriate basic infrastructure is installed by the
may require the installation of developer.
infrastructure or dedication of land
as a condition of development.
Cooperative Efforts Financial,infrastructure This option has been used in the past.
development,and shared use
agreements between public and/or
private entities and the municipality.
Other Financing Methods Consumer market type financing None.
methods are available such as
lease purchase agreements and
traditional bank financing.
Dedication Contribution of property by a This option has been used in the past.
landowner to provide locations for
amenities such as roads, schools,or
parks.
influx of new residents, long-term financial planning standards and strategies in order for future
is vital. The demands of growth include public development to contribute an adequate and fair
infrastructure costs and the maintenance of streets, share cost to service these new developments. State
parks,water and sewer services as well as public law requires that only a proportionate cost of these
safety. services may be charged to a new development.
The city takes a conservative approach to financial
The purpose of this chapter is to identify future sustainability. This has led to conservative
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 71
spending and a strategic approach for city initiated This is at a great risk due to the uncertainty of each
improvements since the city does not have a municipal season. With the combination of limited commercial
property tax. Planned revenue is subject to more shopping/restaurant destinations, the city will have to
volatile sources such as sales tax, construction permit Fork on developing/redeveloping commercial areas to
fees, and user/development fees that follow the ebb keep tax dollars within the city. The development of
and flow of the private market. Apache Junction regional commercial centers in Mesa a few miles west
revenue sources include: of the city add to the development pressures the city
will face in the future. Additionally, every five years
the city will need to continually monitor development
Additional financing mechanisms fees to ensure that new development continues to pay
that assist providing infrastructure its fair share of growth-related impacts.
improvements:
Community Facilities Districts ("CFDs"): This
important financing mechanism is used in many
communities to construct major public facilities.The GOALS AND POLICIES
districts are created upon petition by property owners and
managed by the city. CFD debt,however,is not a liability GOAL CONSIDER ALTERNATE FINANCIAL
of the city. CFD debt is assessed against the real property MECHANISMS
that benefits from the improvements. CFDs are used for
large master planned communities and may not be feasible Policy: Explore the possibility of implementing a minor
for smaller subdivisions and residential projects typically property tax to diversify funding and accelerate city-
for in Apache Junction. initiated improvements such as public safety,parks, streets
and the expansion of other municipal services.
Improvement Districts ("IDs"):These districts
provide for the construction of public infrastructure GOAL 10.2:MAINTAIN OR ENHANCE PUBLIC
(water, sewer and streets). Property owners are assessed SERVICE LEVELS
a special assessment lien by the city for repayment of the
improvement bond. In the case of default by property Policy: Public services/facilities should be available
owners,the city is responsible for any delinquencies and concurrently with development demand.
must institute foreclosure proceedings.
GOAL 10.3:ACHIEVE ECONOMIES OF SCALE
Financing Authorities:Arizona has two authorities that WITH THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC FACILITIES
assist in the financing of water and sewer infrastructure, AND SERVICES
streets and drainage improvements,municipal buildings and
other city improvements.The Arizona Water Infrastructure Policy: Create service efficiency through an expanded
Finance Authority("WIFA") and Greater Arizona customer base.
Development Authority ("GADA") are designed to provide
borrowers below market interest rates on loans and lower Policy: Cluster densities within compact service areas,
issuance costs.
while providing meaningful open space areas.
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS GOAL 10.4: EMPLOY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
PLANNING TO GUIDE DEVELOPMENT
The City of Apache Junction does not impose a
municipal property tax on property owners owning Policy: Continue to implement the city's capital
property within the city limits. From afunding/ improvement program annually. Use the annually updated
financial mechanisms standpoint, the city is working capital improvements plan to identify, quantify, and
from a disadvantage because it relies so heavily on prioritize capital expenditures (including maintenance
a general transaction/sales tax. As stated in prior costs) and to serve as a basis for other financial
planning tools.
chapters the city experiences seasonal ebbs and flows
in population. It is during the winter months where
the city is able to collect the majority of its funding. Policy: Maximize the use of grants and subsidies to pay for
capital projects and services.
72 COST OF DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Conduct periodic national and international
peer city analysis to identify best practices for
infrastructure development,maintenance and financing.
GOAL 10.5: ENSURE THAT NEW
DEVELOPMENT PAYS IT'S FAIR AND
PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF THE COST OF
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC FACILITY AND SERVICE
NEEDS THAT IT GENERATES
Policy: Continue to recover,through development fees,
the costs of police,roads,parks and libraries associated
with new development.
Policy:When practical and feasible, encourage the
formation of CFDs, or improvement districts, to
upgrade or construct city streets and sidewalks in
developed or developing areas.
Policy: Conduct a periodic review with peer
governments of the city's tax and fee structure to
ensure economic development competitiveness
including a construction sales tax.
GOAL 10.6: RELATE INFRASTRUCTURE
INVESTMENT AND LAND USE DECISIONS TO
MUNICIPAL ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY
Policy: Recognize long term municipal revenue
implications of land use decisions. Support desired
levels of public services and fiscal stability by
promoting revenue generating land uses.
Policy: Conduct fiscal impact analysis for major
developments or annexation proposals.
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To assist in guiding growth and development consistent
with the community's vision, the following land use
categories set forth in table 11.1 have been designated on
INTRODUCTION the land use plan map. The densities reflected in these
land use categories do not entitle a property owner to the
The land use element is the city's blueprint for maximum density.The actual densities allowed are based
growth. Its purpose is to guide the city in making on the approved zoning district for the property and/or
land use changes to achieve a balanced community. specific development agreements,if any, approved for the
This element contains goals and policies that provide direction on how the city will develop into the future. property.
Map 11.1, the land use plan map, illustrates the . Low Density Residential (1 DU/1.25 AC)
anticipated distribution, basic use and intensity to
which land in the city is proposed to be developed Medium Density Residential (10 DU/AC)
at build-out. Build-out is defined as the theoretical • High Density Residential (40 DU/AC)
point at which the city is completely developed in • Master Planned Community (20 DU/AC)
accordance with the future land use plan map. The • Downtown Mixed Use (office, commercial retail,
actual build-out date is impossible to target since multifamily and high-density residential) (8.5 DU/AC
development and growth are dependent upon cyclical Minimum)
market trends, private property ownership interests
• Commercial
and potential annexations.
• Light Industrial/Business Park and Heavy Industrial
The 2020 general plan's planning area is • Public/Institutional
approximately 95 square miles,whereas the city's • Open Space and Recreational
incorporated land area is approximately 34.8
• Flood Plain
square miles. The planning area outside the city's
incorporated boundary is intended to represent Conservation (1 DU/AC)
land that the City of Apache Junction may consider
annexing at some time in the future dependent on
ASLD approval. Consequently, it is important to plan LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
this area even though the city does not yet have legal Low Density Residential (1 DU/1.25 AC)
authority over the land. The city is hopeful that Pinal This land use designation represents where single-
County and the ASLD will favorably consider the family homes on large lots, that allow for substantial
2020 general plan when making decisions that might setbacks between individual homes in order to
impact those lands that could be annexed at some maintain a rural character and retain the natural
point in the future.
environment.
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Medium Density Residential (10 DU/AC)
This land use designation represents areas where Light Industrial/ Business Park and
traditional single-family home, cluster homes, or Industrial
other density development is appropriate with the lot This land use designation represents areas where
sizes that allow for a range of setbacks depending on manufacturing is appropriate. These uses generally
the product type. occur in a business park type environment with
High Density Residential (40 DU/AC) clustered buildings and inward focuses activity which
can include light and heavy industrial, professional
This land use designation represents areas where office,warehouses and other similar uses.
traditional single-family homes, townhouses,
condominiums and apartments is appropriate with Public/Institutional
the lot sizes that allow for relatively small setbacks This land use designation represents areas where
between individual detached homes as well as public or semi-public uses are most appropriate,
common wall units. Higher density product should including churches, police/fire substations, utility
be located for easy access to schools, shopping, facilities and hospitals. With emergency service
employment and freeway access. uses (e.g. police and fire) being permitted under all
Master Planned Community (20 DU/AC) designations with appropriate review.
This land use designation represents areas where Open Space and Recreation
large developments with a range of uses is planned This land use designation represents areas that
and developed in a comprehensive manner. are natural open space which have been preserved
Developments in this land use designation typically through zoning, conservation easements or public
provide a range of housing options, commercial ownership.
areas and recreational amenities with easy access to
transportation routes. Flood Plain
Downtown Mixed-Use (8.5 DU/AC This land use designation represents areas where
Minimum) property has been designated in a federal flood plain.
This land use designation represents a specific Conservation (1 DU/AC)
area in the Downtown where a mix of uses are
allowed. While most of the current land uses This land use designation represents areas in the
in the city was developed under the traditional city located along the northern and eastern edges
single-use concept, contemporary principles of of the city. Historically these areas have been
planning suggest that mixed-use development (e.g., designated as a 14 mile green space around Apache
combinations of variety of high-density residential, Junction. In order to preserve this green space loop,
commercial,industrial and recreational land uses) a conservation designation has been elected and
and provides a popular, marketable, environmentally capped to a maximum of one dwelling unit per gross
friendly and economically viable alternative. Single- acre. Clustering of units and preservation of open
family development (RS-4) will be limited to the space should be the primary development tool.
redevelopment of RV/Manufactured home parks PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
as well as the outer edges of the Downtown
Redevelopment Area only. Unplanned/Vacant Land
Commercial
Only a small percent of land has been left unplanned
This land use designation represents commercial and vacant. This leaves little opportunity for future
and office areas with convenient access to major new development projects. The majority of future
roadways that are close to residential areas, intended construction will entail the redevelopment of existing
to serve the surrounding community consisting of land. It is therefore essential to provide flexibility
general retail, restaurants, department chain stores, so new development can offer an array of options
grocery stores and professional offices. for future residents. Sixty-three (63%) percent of
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TABLE 11.1 LAND USE DESIGNATIONS AND ZONING
The table below correlates land use and zoning designations.
Land Use Designations Zoning Districts
Low Density Residential (1 DU/1.25AC) RS-GR, RS-54
Medium Density Residential (10 DU/AC Max) RS-20, RS-10, RS-7, RS-5
High Density Residential (40 DU/AC Max) RM-1, RM-2, RM-3, MHP, RVP
Master Planned Community (20 DU/AC Max) Multiple Zoning Districts map apply
Downtown Mixed Use B-3, RM-1, RM-2, RM-3, RS-4
Commercial B-1, B-2, B-3
Light Industrial/Business Park and Industrial B-4, B-5
Public/Institutional PI
Open Space and Recreation OSR (BLM)
Flood Plain Flood Plain Overlay
Conservation (1 DU/AC) Conservation
residential housing stock is manufactured homes and to green space and parks, acceptable air and water
recreational vehicles. The city must take this into quality and access to healthy food. It is vital to
consideration and not allow any more of this type of consider these priorities when reviewing projects to
development. ensure a high-quality of life standard for residents.
Planning for the Development of Vacant Sources of Aggregate
State Land Due to the continuous growth experienced in the
Approximately 6,700 acres of vacant land owned valley, the Aggregate Protection Act ("APA") (Senate
by the ASLD is located between Baseline Avenue Bill 1598) requires cities to address existing sources
and Frye Road/State Route 24 (S.R.-24) alignment. of aggregates. Aggregate is a key material used in
The general plan has designated this area as master construction in everything from driveways to roads.
planned community ("MPC") in order to provide The law requires cities to encourage the preservation
general guidance for the development of this land. of such sites and well as help mitigate incompatible
The master planned community designation would land uses. The language below addresses these
ensure a variety of residential, commercial and efforts.
industrial uses to facilitate a high quality of life and a
vibrant economy.
Gold Canyon can boost the economy GOALS AND POLICIES
Currently, shopping and dining options are limited
in Gold Canyon,where approximately 10,000 GOAL 11.1: BE CONSIDERATE OF THE RURAL
persons reside. With shopping and dining areas CHARACTER OF THE CITY
scarce a large portion of residents travel outside
Policy: Preserve mountain views through the limitation
of their community to shop, eat and recreate. It is
of multi-story buildings outside the downtown core and
common knowledge that residents of Gold Canyon
do not shop in Apache Junction. This dynamic master planned area.
proposes a unique business and tax dollar attainment
Policy: Require active open space in all new residential
opportunity for the city. Proper planning along the
US-60 highway corridor will help ensure regional and developments.
local shopping opportunities for existing residents
GOAL 11.2: PROVIDE A BALANCE OF USES
and traveling residents of Gold Canyon.
THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY
Community Health
Policy:Allow for the future development of regional
Top health priorities for any community is access shopping centers.
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Policy: Provide incentives for desired uses.
Policy: Attract employment uses to the U.S. 60 corridor.
Policy: Discourage any additional manufactured home/
recreational vehicle parks and mini-storage within the city.
GOAL 11.3: REVITALIZE OLDER
NEIGHBORHOODS AND THE DOWNTOWN
Policy: Revitalize older neighborhoods through grants
and redevelopment loans.
Policy: Promote the redevelopment of the downtown
through the elimination of dilapidated structures.
Policy: Provide high-density multi-family housing within
the downtown area.
Policy: Establish functionally compatible uses (uses that
are "good neighbors" to each other).
Policy: Encourage infill development with a variety of
housing types.
Policy: Require the clustering of development along
the 14 mile green space surrounding the city along the
northern and eastern boundary.
GOAL 11.4: ENCOURAGE AND PROMOTE
SUSTAINABLE LAND USE DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Encourage use of green building standards.
Policy: Zoning regulations should include sustainable
development standards.
Policy: Utilize city resources to promote sustainable
awareness.
GOAL 11.5: PROVIDE EQUAL PROTECTION OF
EXISTING AGGREGATE AND RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Discourage new residential zoning adjacent to
where existing or future aggregate operations are planned.
Policy: Discourage aggregate operations near or adjacent
to residential development, schools or planned/existing
city parks.
Policy: Promote aggregate operations to be located
adjacent to industrial uses.
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Intergovernmental
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL such as surface water management or transportation,
COOPERATION continued sharing of common resources, such as
recreation sites,geographic data,long-term boundary
agreements, and means of dispute resolution such as
INTRODUCTION negotiation or mediation.
The purpose of the Intergovernmental Cooperation CONDITIONS, ISSUES, AND
plan element is to present the city's goals and
policies for improving communication, land use OPPORTUNITIES
decision making and government service delivery The city utilizes intergovernmental agreements,
amongst various levels of governments. This leases and contracts to coordinate with other
element establishes a framework that the city and governmental entities. These various units of local,
surrounding governmental entities must undertake regional, state and federal governments and quasi-
to improve the quality of life for its residents of governmental entities can be described as either
Apache Junction. The aim is reduce public costs primary or secondary in terms of the city's need
and redundancy of municipal services and to avoid for coordination and cooperation. Additionally, the
or resolve intergovernmental conflicts. The city city is very active in regional organizations including
seeks to continually improve its relationships with the Pinal Partnership, East Valley Partnership
neighboring governments,AJUSD, SFMD, Pinal and its Superstition Vistas subcommittee,Valley
County, regional entities (CAG, MAG, Phoenix-Mesa Partnership, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, and
Gateway Airport), the State of Arizona, federal the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Board, Central
agencies and other governmental units. Arizona Governments, and Maricopa Association of
Governments.
Potential areas of conflict generally revolve around
annexation issues and competition for sales tax base. AREAS OF COORDINATION
The process of developing a general plan can identify Schools
potential conflicts. The plan attempts to eliminate
areas of conflict by identifying matters where specific The city and the AJUSD have had a great working
relationship related to parks and recreation since the
conflicts could occur and offer a mechanism for
conflict resolution and/or joint planning.
city's incorporation. Both entities keenly understand
the symbiotic relationship that the two organizations
This plan element calls for better and regular have. Both the city and AJUSD have a shared
information exchange, cooperative "growing interest because of the locational choices people
smarter" planning, cross-boundary planning for have. Households have choices where they choose
elements that extend beyond municipal borders, to live and primary among the decision framework
84 INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION
is the quality of the public-school system followed sanitary sewer system. It is not practical to provide
by public safety, employment opportunities, the sewer on 1.25 zoned acre lots in the low density
quality of life and the cost of living. While the city suburban areas. The city encourages the elimination
and AJUSD have had a long standing arrangement of package plants and individual septic systems as
regarding shared use of facilities, there is room for a way to make the current systems more efficient,
continued or expanded cooperation. Cementing the protect groundwater and to recharge the aquifer
symbiotic relationship between the city and AJUSD with highly treated effluent water. The city has been
is important because great schools create great hampered in its development and infill of properties
neighborhoods and vice versa. that have infrastructure in terms of roads, curb,
gutter, sidewalk, police protection but no access to
The city has little if any coordination with the sewer or limited access to potable water.
"public" charter schools.
Public Transit
Town of Queen Creek/City of Mesa/ The citizen survey illustrated that the citizens have
Pinal County a strong interest in public transit. The city has
The city has a very good working relationship with attempted to implement transit on three occasions
the City of Mesa, the Town of Queen Creek and without ending up with a functioning transit system.
Pinal County. City leaders have ample opportunity The city is seven miles from the nearest transit stop
to converse during meetings and events such as the in the City of Mesa. When Apache Junction moved
airport board meeting or the East Valley Mayor's from the CAG region to the MAG region, the city
Prayer Breakfast. The city and the Town of Queen lost its opportunity to start a transit system using
Creek councils had a joint meeting in 2016 and valuable federal operating dollars. Now that the city
both communities passed a resolution to agree on is in the MAG region for transportation purposes,
a common southern boundary. That boundary is those operating funds are no longer available. Had
the centerline of the extension of SR-24. Such the city started a system when it would have been
joint meetings can produce landmark agreements considered a "rural" system, the city would have
that avoid years of squabbling and court battles been able to bring those dollars with them into the
regarding annexation. Instead, the communities can MAG funding systems. MAG does fund transit
spend valuable resources on planning for growth capital projects but does not supply federal operating
rather than arguing over who gets which piece of dollars. This makes the prospect of starting a transit
the growth pie. The city has similar relationships system much more difficult for the city and its
with both Pinal County and the City of Mesa where residents.
leaders are continually discussing matters of regional
importance including transportation, utility service OPPORTUNITIES FOR
areas, land use and protecting the region's natural COLLABORATION
environment and quality of life. Open Space and Conservation of Natural Corridors
Utility Service Delivery: Water, Sewer, and
Apache Junction and the surrounding incorporating
Stormwater Services area in Maricopa and Pinal Counties has significant
It has been the city's long standing policy, to not and unique environmental assets that are
provide water or sanitary sewer service outside the integral to the desirability of the area. The city
city limits unless there is an annexation agreement should emphasize the protection of significant
between the water or sewer district and the property environmental corridors for recreation and wildlife
owner. The city can grow in a more orderly fashion movement. There should be a coordinated regional
with traditional utilities for water and sewer and for approach to protecting such resources, led by the
stormwater management. city and Pinal County. What is the best way to
ensure cooperation between federal, state, counties,
On-Site Septic Systems and adjacent municipalities in the region in the
The city and sewer district must encourage existing conservation of key environmental assets such as the
and future development to connect to a municipal Usury Pass Regional Park,Tonto National Forest,
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Superstition Wilderness, ASLD, BLM lands, the CAP intergovernmental coordination issues.
Canal corridor?
1 H2O Management
Utilizing intergovernmental cooperation among all GOAL 12.1: PROTECT THE IRREPLACEABLE
water managers at the federal, quasi-governmental, LEGENDARY LANDSCAPES AND LIFESTYLE
state, county, municipal, and districts will transform OF THE CITY AND REGION
the philosophy of water to consider all aspects of
water (potable, stormwater, treated wastewater) in a Policy:The city, federal, state, county and adjacent
coordinated management of water as 1 H2O in the cities have an imperative and obligation to protect the
Superstition region for future generations and shall
city and the region.
ensure that the regions natural landscapes are not lost to
Compact Growth irresponsible growth.
The city should direct new development to areas Policy:The city will lead by example by requiring
currently served by public utilities and roads and development to leave the lightest foot print possible on
provide additional infrastructure only when available the landscape.
serviced land in the region has been nearly fully
used. For us development into municipalities in the Policy: The city will convene regional partners to define
county and support county comprehensive plans that the metrics and agree to a regional compact for the
direct growth in an orderly and logical fashion. San protection of the resources that define the region and the
Tan Valley is an example of unplanned growth that quality of life for area residents.
should not be repeated in the region.
GOAL 12.2: FOSTER THE 3 Cs OF
Annexation of County Islands INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION
Pinal County could play a pivotal role in setting up (COLLABORATION, COMMUNICATION AND
informational meetings or a town hall style meeting COLLEGIALITY
to educate property owners on the pros and cons of
eliminating county islands. County islands consist Policy:The city will work proactively to avoid conflict
of a variety of housing including mobile home on matters pertaining to regional issues and build
and RV parks, a condo project, multiple family and interpersonal relationships that promote communication
single-family homes along with some commercial and and cooperation.
industrial areas. With the county and city working
more closely aligned, the obvious service delivery Policy: Put residents first by sharing public resources,
gaps and confusion could be eliminated. The city services and facilities that serve residents across
should continue to abide by a firm policy to not jurisdictional boundaries.
extend sewer or water services without annexation.
Policy: Grow the City of Apache Junction in a way that
Shared Use of Facilities benefits the region while conserving the quality of life of
There should be more shared use of schools for existing residents,visitors and businesses.
community meetings, activities and events within the
budget and operational limitations of AJUSD. Policy: Encourage planning in Pinal County that
promotes the eventual elimination of county islands,
logical extensions of public utilities and roadways,
services delivery and directs growth to existing
GOALS AND POLICIES municipalities.
This section provides the policy guidance to meet Policy:The city will not permit connection to water and
the goals of the 2020-2050 Apache Junction General sewer utilities without annexation to the city.
Plan: Legendary Landscapes and Lifestyles and
describes actions that the city must take to address
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TABLE 12.1
AGENCY AREA OF COORDINATION
PRIMARY
LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES
QUEEN CREEK PLANNING,TRANSPORTATION,TRANSPORTA-
MESA TION,SUPERSTITION VISTAS
FLORENCE
COUNTIES
PINAL PLANNING,TRANSPORTATION,TRANSPORTATION
MARICOPA PLANNING,FLOOD CONTROL
SCHOOLS
AJUSD FACILITIES,PLANNING
CHARTER SCHOOLS
DISTRICTS
WUCFD OR AJWD FACILITIES PLANNING
SMCFD NUMBER 1 FACILITIES PLANNING
REGIONAL
CENTRAL ARIZONA GOVERNMENTS 208 WATER QUALITY,TRANSPORTATION
MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TRANSPORTATION,PLANNING,ECON DEV
PHOENIX-MESA GATEWAY AIRPORT AUTHOR- FACILITY&LAND USE PLANNING
ITY
SECONDARY
STATE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION"ADOT" SR 88,SR 24,N/S CORRIDOR
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING"ADOH" CDBG/HOME SPP FUNDS,MFG.HOMES/FACTORY
STATE PARKS BOARD BUILT BUILDINGS
STATE LAND DEPARTMENT"ASLD" LOST DUTCHMAN STATE PARK
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE"DOR" STATE LANDS
DEPARTMENT OF WATER REGULATION"ADWR" TAXATION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATION
`ADEQ" STORMWATER QUALITY
REGISTER OF CONTRACTORS"ROC" CONSUMER PROTECTION
FEDERAL
U.S.DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE-NATIONAL TONTO NATIONAL FOREST
FOREST SERVICE
U.S.DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR-BUREAU OF PARKS/OPEN SPACE
LAND MANAGEMENT
UTILITIES
ARIZONA WATER COMPANY
SALT RIVER PROJECT"SRP"
QUEST COMMUNICATION (CENTURYLINI)
SW GAS
MEDIACOM
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INTRODUCTION Amendments to the general plan shall be classified
The planning process leading up to the adoption as either major or minor amendments. In accordance
of a general plan is a rigorous process involving with A.R.S. Section 9-461.06, changes to the general
many formal and informal public meetings and plan are to be considered major amendments if
public hearings over a considerable period of time. the resulting change is a "substantial alteration of
In regard to the city's general plan these meetings the municipality's land use mixture or balance as
were supplemented with surveys, community established in the land use element."The general
presentations, open houses as well as other methods plan amendment process shall include, for both
that were used to determine the community's goals major and minor approvals, a review, analysis,
and objectives regarding the development of the city. findings of fact and recommendation for approval,
denial, or modification by staff to the planning
The general plan, however, must continually be and zoning commission and the city council. No
reexamined to respond to the changing social, rezoning requiring a general plan amendment shall
economic, and demographic trends associated be approved by the city council until after the
with dynamic growth within the city and region. council approves the major or minor general plan
Development pressures directly impact land use, amendment. The following procedural requirements
traffic patterns, socio-economic conditions, provision apply to major amendments.
of city services, and a host of other factors which
must be addressed so that the general plan remains Major amendments to the 2020-2050 general plan
effective and relevant. Significant changes in any of shall comply with the following:
these factors can trigger a need to amend the 2020
general plan. 1. Will be processed starting January 1 st of each
year and shall be considered by the council at its
Accordingly, future changes to the plan should be second regular meeting in September of each
carefully considered to avoid invalidating the entire year.
general plan development process and undermining
community confidence. The following describes the 2. May only be considered by the city council at
process and criteria for general plan amendments. a single hearing during the calendar year the
proposal is made. [Note: Minor amendments may
be processed and considered at any time during
the year].
3. Must receive a two-thirds majority vote (5 out of
7) of the city council for approval.
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4. May be requested by private individuals and/or MAJOR PLAN AMENDMENTS
agencies in accordance with the procedures set Amendments to the 2020 general plan shall be
forth in Arizona law considered major amendments if they substantially
alter the community's land-use mixture and balance
5. Must comply with the same procedures used for in accordance with one or more of the following
the adoption of the general plan.
criteria:
6. May not be enacted as an emergency measure 1. Any planning area boundary change of 100 or
by the City of Apache Junction, but is subject more contiguous acres.
to referendum as provided by article IV, Part 1,
Section 1, Subsection (8),Arizona Constitution, 2. Any proposed land use plan map change from
and Title 19, Chapter 1,Article 4, except for a residential land use designation to a non-
general plans that are required to be submitted to residential land use designation of 10 or more
the voters for ratification. contiguous acres.
7. Must be approved by the governing body in the 3. Any proposed land use plan map change from
form of a resolution. a commercial land use designation to a business
park/industrial land use designation of 10 or
PLAN AMENDMENT 60 - DAY more contiguous acres.
REVIEW PERIOD AND NOTICE 4. Any proposed land use map change from a
commercial, business park, or industrial land use
To ensure adequate scrutiny of proposals for major designation to a residential land use designation
amendments to the general plan, state statutes of 10 or more contiguous acres.
mandate that local governments provide notice of
the proposal a minimum of sixty (60) calendar days 5. Any proposed zoning map change from a
prior to providing notice of public hearing. Major residential zoning district to a non-residential
amendments must also meet the public involvement zoning district of 10 or more contiguous acres
criteria outlined in state statutes that provide for property that is identified in the land use plan
effective, early, and continuous public participation as residential.
from all geographic, ethnic, and economic areas of
the municipality. Planning staff must also transmit 6. Any proposed zoning map change from a
the proposal to the planning and zoning commission commercial zoning district to a business
park/industrial zoning district of 10 or more
and city council and provide review copies to the
contiguous acres for property that is identified in
following entities:
the land use plan as commercial.
• The planning agency of the county in which the 7. Any proposed zoning map change from a
municipality is located. commercial, business park, or industrial zoning
• Each county or municipality that is contiguous to district to a residential zoning district of 10
the corporate limits of the municipality or its area of or more contiguous acres for property that is
extraterritorial jurisdiction. identified in the land use plan as commercial or
• The regional planning agency within which the business park/industrial.
municipality is located. 8. Any proposed zoning map change from a single-
• The Department of Commerce or any other state family residential zoning district to a multiple-
agency that is subsequently designated as the general family residential zoning district of 10 or more
planning agency for this state. contiguous acres for property that is identified
• The Department of Water Resources for review and in the land use plan as very low density rural
comment of the water resources element. residential, low density residential, or medium
• Any person or entity that requests in writing to receive density residential.
a copy of the proposal.
9. Any zoning code text and/or general plan text
changes that conflict with or alter the intent
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of any general plan goal, objective or policy as within the zoning code.
determined by the development services director
6. Any changes to the implementation program.
or designee.
10. Public hearings and adoption: 7. Public Hearing and Adoption:
a. Planning and Zoning Commission: A a. Planning and Zoning Commission: A
minimum of two public hearings at minimum of one public hearing. Action by
different locations within the municipality the planning and zoning commission shall
to promote citizen participation. Action by then be transmitted to the city council.
the planning and zoning commission shall b. City Council: A minimum of one public
then be transmitted to the city council. hearing. Approval of a minor amendment
b. City Council: A minimum of one public requires a simple majority vote of the city
hearing. Approval of a major amendment council.
requires the affirmative vote of at least 8. Notice of Public Hearing: For minor
two-thirds (5 out of 7) of the members of amendments to the general plan, the city provides
the city council. notice of public hearings before the planning
11. Notice of public hearing: For major amendments and zoning commission and city council at least
to the general plan, the city provides notice of fifteen (15) but not more than thirty (30) calendar
public hearings before the planning and zoning days prior to the hearing date by publication at
commission and city council at least fifteen (15) least once in a newspaper of general circulation
but not more than thirty (30) calendar days prior within the municipality.
to the hearing date by publication at least once GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
in a newspaper of general circulation within the FINDINGS OF FACT
municipality. In considering a plan amendment resulting from
MINOR PLAN AMENDMENTS a proposed zoning map change, zoning code text
All other changes not expressly classified as a major change, general plan future land use map change, or
plan amendment shall be classified and processed general plan text change, the following criteria shall
as minor plan amendments, except the following be evaluated:
changes which are exempt from both the major and
minor amendment process: 1. Whether the amendment proposes a land
use designation that the land use plan map
1. Any proposed zoning map change that complies does not adequately provide optional sites to
with the land use plan map. accommodate.
2. Any proposed general plan and/or zoning code 2. Whether the amendment constitutes an overall
text change that does not conflict with or alter improvement to the general plan,will not solely
the intent of any general plan goal, objective or benefit a particular landowner or owners at a
policy as determined by the development services particular point in time, and is consistent with the
director or designee. overall intent of the 2020-2050 general plan.
3. Any proposed zoning map change from a higher 3. Whether the proposed amendment is justified
density residential zoning district to a lower by an error in the 2020-2050 general plan as
density residential zoning district. originally adopted.
4. Any proposed change to the functional roadway 4. Whether the proposed change is generally
classification map that does not adversely impact consistent with goals, objectives, and other
all or a portion of the entire community, as elements of the 2020-2050 general plan.
determined by the director of public works or 5. Whether the proposed change is justified
designee by a change in community conditions or
5. Creation of any new zoning district classifications neighborhood characteristics since adoption of
94 AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN
the plan.
6. Whether the amendment will adversely impact a
portion of, or the entire community by:
a. Significantly altering acceptable existing
land use patterns, especially in established
neighborhoods.
b. Significantly reducing the housing to jobs
balance in the planning area.
c. Substantially decreasing existing and future
water supplies.
d. Replacing employment with residential
uses.
e. Requiring additional and more expensive
improvements to infrastructure systems
and/or proximity to municipal facilities
and/or services than are needed to
support the prevailing land uses and which,
therefore, may impact the level of service
for existing and proposed developments in
other areas.
f. Increasing traffic (without mitigation
measures) on existing roadways beyond
the planned level of service, and that
negatively impact existing and planned
land uses.
g. Affecting the existing character (i.e.,visual,
physical and functional) of the immediate
area.
h. Increasing the exposure of residents to
aviation generated noise, safety and/or
flight operations.
i. Materially diminishing the environmental
quality of the air,water, land, or cultural
resources.
j. Significantly altering recreational amenities
such as open space, parks, and trails.
It shall be the burden of the party requesting the
major or minor amendment to prove that the
proposed change meets the amendment criteria,
constitutes an improvement to the 2020-2050 general
plan, and complies with the goals and policies of the
plan.
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IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM
INTRODUCTION
The implementation program puts the 2020 general plan goals and policies in motion. More specifically,
the implementation program establishes specific measures that will lead to plan achievement. Much of plan
implementation occurs on a case-by-case basis through review of proposed rezonings, site plans, conditional
uses, plats, public improvements, and public facilities. Implementation also occurs on a daily basis within the
city administration through an ongoing system of analysis and study intended to reach rational conclusions
about community needs and the best courses of city action within the framework established by 2020-2050
general plan.
Table 14.1 contains a series of implementation tasks that have been organized by chapter, goal, department
responsibility and implementation priority. Implementation priorities have been categorized into four (4)
implementation terms:
Continuous (On-going)
Short Term (1-3 years)
Medium Term (4-6 years)
Long Term (7+ years)
This table should be evaluated on an annual basis and updated to reflect changes in policy and/or resource
capabilities.
GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT
The general plan annual report assists in the implementation of the general plan and can be incorporated
into the analysis and performance for the development services department that is included in the city's
annual budget. It includes the following sections:
• Implementation measure -Lists the goals necessary to carry out each element of the general plan.
• Lead department-Identifies the responsible city department for accomplishing that particular measure.
• Projected time frame - Identifies and prioritizes the time frame for the measure to be initiated.
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Table 14.1
General Plan Goal Department Implementation
Element Responsible
Priority
For Implementation
Chapter 1: 1.1 Public Works and Continuous
Environmental Development
Planning Element Services Departments
1.2 Public Works and Continuous
Development
Services Departments
1.3 Development Short Term
Services Department
1.4 Public Works and Short Term
Development
Services Departments
1.5 Development Medium Term
Services Department
1.6 Development Long Term
Services Department
1.7 Public Works and Continuous
Development
Services Departments
1.8 Public Works and Medium Term
Development
Services Departments
Chapter 2: Parks, 2.1 Parks and Recreation Short Term
Recreation and Open Department
Space Element
2.2 Parks and Recreation Continuous
Department
2.3 Parks and Recreation Short Term
Department
2.4 Parks and Recreation Short Term
Department
2.5 Parks and Recreation Short Term
Department
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General Plan Goal Department Responsible Implementation
Element
For Implementation Priority
Chapter 3: 3.1 Development Services Short Term
Neighborhood 3.2 Development Services Short Term
Preservation Element 3.3 Development Services Short Term
3.4 Development Services Short Term
Chapter 4: 14.1 Development Services and Short Term
Downtown Element Economic Development
Departments
4.2 Development Services and Short Term
Economic Development
Departments
4. Development Services and Medium Term
Economic Development
Departments
4.4 Development Services and Medium Term
Economic Development
Departments
4.5 Economic Development Short Term
Department
4.6 Development Services Short Term
4.7 Economic Development Medium Term
Department
4.8 Development Services Short Term
4.9 Economic Development Short Term
Department
Chapter 5: 5.1 Economic Development Medium Term
Department
Economic
Development
Element 5.2 Economic Development Short Term
Department
5.3 Economic Development Short Term
Department
5.4 Economic Development Short Term
Department
5.5 Economic Development Medium Term
Department
5.6 Economic Development Short Term
Department
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General Plan Goal Department Responsible Implementation Priority
Element
Chapter 6: 6.1 Police and Fire Continuous
6.2 Public Works and Continuous
Public Safety, Development Services
Services and Facilities Departments
Element 6.3 Public Works Department Short Term
6.4 Public Works and Medium Term
Development Services
Departments
6.5 Parks and Recreation Continuous
Department
6.6 Management Services Long Term
Chapter 7: 7.1 Public Works Department Short Term
7.2 Public Works Department Short Term
Circulation Element 7.3 Public Works Department Continuous
7.4 Public Works and Medium Term
Development Services
Departments
Chapter 8: 1 H2O 8.1 Water Providers Short Term
Element 8.2 Water Providers Short Term
Chapter 9: 9.1 Development Services Medium Term
9.2 Development Services Medium Term
Growth Area 9.3 Development Services and Short Term
Element Economic Development
Departments
9.4 Development Services Short Term
Chapter 10: 10.1 Management Services Short Term
10.2 Public Works, Parks and Continuous
Cost of Development Services
Development, Capital Departments
Improvements 10.3 Development Services Long Term
Element 10.4 Public Works Department Short Term
10.5 Development Services Short Term
10.6 Development Services Short Term
Chapter 11: 11.1 Development Services Short Term
11.2 Development Services and Medium Term
Land Use Element Economic Development
Departments
11.3 Development Services Long Term
11.4 Development Services Short Term
11.5 Development Services Long Term
Chapter 12: 12.1 Development Services Long Term
Intergovernmental
Cooperation Element 12.2 Development Services Long Term
LEGENDARYLANDSCAPES&LIFESTYLES 101
Nestled at the foot of the Superstition Mountains,Apache Junction is
strategically positioned as the eastern gateway into the Greater Phoenix metro
area (Valley of the Sun) and the western entry to the Tonto National Forest's
recreation venues. The surrounding geography and western atmosphere
draw more than half a million visitors through the city annually. From the
mysterious stories of hidden treasures to the people who follow them,
Apache Junction is surrounded by legends.
City of Apache Junction
300 East Superstition Blvd.
Apache Junction,AZ 85119
www.ajcity.net
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Agenda Item No. 11.
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Sponsor: Larry Kirch Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Council direction to staff on amending the zoning regulations to allow cargo containers in
zoning districts other than RS-GR and/or lots smaller than 1.25 acres.
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Direction to Staff
Possible Amendments to
Apache Junction Zoning Code
Cargo Containers
City of Apache Junction
January 7, 2019
Council DTS Options
• Currently permitted only in RS-GR zoning and if 1 .25
acre parcel :
1 ) No direction — leave 2014 provisions in place
2 ) Bring discussion back for council work session
3 ) Direct P&Z Commission to review and
recommend possible changes
4) Direct staff to draft ordinance with specific
parameters tonight
5 )
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Agenda Item No. 12.
Piz File ID: 19-610
Sponsor: Bryant Powell Agenda Date: 1/7/2020
Index: In Control: City Council Meeting
Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at 7:00 P.M. for Monday, January 20, 2020 is
cancelled in honor of Civil Rights Day. Executive Session at 6:00 P.M. and Work Session at
7:00 P.M. for Tuesday, January 21, 2020 in the city council conference room and city council
chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction, Arizona, respectively;
and other meetings if necessary.
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