HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-12-06 City Council Regular MinutesRegular Meeting of City of Apache Jct.City Council
December 6,1978
ATTENDANCE:
The meeting opened at 7:02 with the Pledge of Allegiance and reading of the
minutes of the November 28 meeting.Minutes were approved as read.All sev,en
council members were present.
LEGAL AID FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSED:
John Granillo reported he had contacted the MartineT,Curtis and Goodwin legal
firm and Sue Goodwin of that firm was present.Mr.Curtis,also of that firm
will be presenting some suggestions at the December 20,1978 meeting.No
agreeotent has been made with any law firm at this time.This is strictly for
ideas and advice and will be placed on the agenda for December 20,1978.
BINGO LICENSE AND LIQUOR LICENSE DISCUSSED:
Correspondence has been received.We have an application for liquor license
for the Alpha Beta Market under construction,and an application for bingo
license for a mobile home park.Some persons felt that no action on the part
of the council was required.Vinton Peck opposed voting on the bingo and
liquor license applications pending further investigation of the applicants.
Tom Damiano moved to table voting on the licenses until December 20,1978.
Vinton Peck seconded the motion and i t was carried.
NESS BOULEVARD RIGHT-OF-WAY:
A petition of abandonment signed by property owners was submitted regarding a
portion of Ness Boulevard.Vinton Peck opposes abandonment of right-of-way
due to congestion in that area.Representatives of the Arizona League of
Cities and Towns that were present were asked for advice by the council.
They advised tabling the matter.Resident Sam Gardom expressed his opinion
that to abandon right-of-way may later mean having to condemn the property
at full market value.Vinton Peck moved to reject petitions.Marie Shanks
seconded the motion.John Granillo and Jerry Burgess favored consideration
but Vinton Peck believes that consideration would be in disregard of community
interest.The motion was defeated.John Granillo moved to table the matter
pending further research.Tom Damiano seconded and the motion was carried.
B &B FEED STORE DISCUSSED:
Regarding a petition submitted to the council on November 28 by residents
of the Apache Skies Mobil Home Park,the B &B Feed Store is not in viola-
tion of zoning laws and the building is in accordance with the permit.
Marie Shanks moved that some documented evidence be presented regarding
health hazard,after which the council would reconsider.Roy Hudson sug-
gested inspection by the fire marshal.Vinton Peck seconded Marie Shanks'
motion which was carried.
ARIZONA LEAGUE OF CITIES AND TOWNS OFFER ASSISTANCE:
Dwight Stenbakken and Catherine Connolly from the Arizona League of Cities and
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Towns made a presentation about their organization.They will advise and assist
in development and will mail information on legislation affecting the function
of the council.Their primary resource comes from membership at $200.00 an-
nually or 7ct per capita,whichever is greater.Catherine Connolly advised
that a census will cost about $4000 -$5000 and suggested contacting George
Hum n in Washington,D.C.to get the request for census in as soon as possible.
Material to aid in conducting the upcoming election was -distributed.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ASSIGNED COMMITTEE DUTIES:
One council member was assigned to head each of seven committees to organize
business.Jerry Burgess,Parks and Recreation;Vinton Peck,Streets and Right-
of -Way;Virginia Seeman,Police and Fire;John Granillo,Insurance,Budget and
Finance;Tom Damiano,Planning,Zoning and License;Marie Shanks,Policies and
Records;Roy Hudson,Employees and Clerical Personnel.Residents who can offer
help are encouraged to do so.John Granillo moved to approve these posts.
Virginia Seeman seconded the motion.Motion was carried.
LIABILITY INSURANCE DISCUSSED:
Roy Hudson contacted O'Donnell Insurance Agency for information regarding
coverage.Two representatives from O'Donnell Insurance Agency were present.
John Granillo requested that several plans be presented at a later date.
POLICY FOR AUDIENCE INPUT:
Tom Damiano reminded everyone that no smoking is allowed in the building.Also
residents should state their name and address when making statements.
CENSUS COMMITTEE:
A census committee was formed.The acting clerk will write a letter to the
Apache Sentinel and appeal to the public for assistance.Marie Shanks will
head that committee.
MAILING ADDRESS:
Marie Shanks advised getting a post office box,but at this time a post office
box is difficult to get.The council will continue to use the address of the
County Services Building.'
BANK ACCOUNT OPENED:
The incorporation committee donates $100.60 left over from their funds to the
new city.Marie Shanks moved to open a new account with the Copper State
Bank.This will be a signature account used as a petty cash fund.John
Granillo seconded and the motion was carried.
TREASURER DISCUSSED:
Richard Damiano has volunteered to help with the treasury.His duties will be
more clearly defined when the council determines what he can and cannot do under
1aw.
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MAGISTRATE DISCUSSED:
At the request of Vinton Peck,Roy Hudson and John Granillo will discuss with
Justice of the Peace Percy Davis the possibilities of Percy Davis acting as
magistrate.
CONSTRUCTION OF CITY HALL DISCUSSED:
There was some discussion regarding construction of a city hall and the pos-
sibilities of constructing a municipal airport.No motions were made.
ADJOURNMENT:
Thomas Damiano moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m.John Granillo sec-
onded and the motion was carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Kelley J.Holder
Acting Clerk