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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-09-17 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 17,2002 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on September 17,2002,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Coleman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Vice Mayor Surra gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Dietz led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Coleman Vice Mayor Surra Councilmember Dietz Councilmember Durbala Councilmember Eck Councilmember Urich Staff Present: (Councilmember Milkey was absent.) Interim City Manager George Hoffman City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Joel Stern Public Safety Director Robert Warner City Engineer Ron Grittman Public Works Director Doug Dobson Interim Development Svcs.Dir.Rudy Esquivias REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 1 OF 20 Others Present:Human Resources Director Sue Stalcup Assistant Planner Steve Abraham Management Assistant Shari Watson ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED AND THAT WE RECOGNIZE THE OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY BY THE FOLLOWING CITY EMPLOYEES:YOUTH SERVICES STAFF AND CIRCULATION STAFF FOR THEIR EFFORTS PUT FORTH IN ENABLING TOTS UNLIMITED TO UTILIZE THE LIBRARY BOOKS;AND THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO FULL-SIZE EXTENDED CAB PICKUPS FROM FIVE STAR FORD THROUGH THE STATE OF ARIZONA PROCUREMENT OFFICE APPROVED VENDOR LIST IN THE AMOUNT OF $19,585.94 PER VEHICLE FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $39,171.88,INCLUDING TAX AND DELIVERY;AND THAT APPROVAL BE GIVEN TO PURCHASE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL SOFTWARE FROM KNOWLEDGEPOINT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,000. Councilmember Urich SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Councilmember Eck had asked for representatives of the Coalition for Arizona to give a presentation on Proposition 201. Mr.Edward Braunger,Apache Greyhound Park general manager,commented people are confused over the three ballot issues regarding Indian gaming.They are here tonight to answer questions regarding Proposition 201.He introduced Paul Benz,another member of the campaign. Mr.Paul Benz,Coalition for Arizona,the sponsors of Proposition 201, introduced "Joe Arizona",the spokesperson for the campaign.This proposition allows Indian gaming to continue on the reservations and allows racetracks to have a limited number of slot machines.Forty percent of any profits made at REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 2 OF 20 the racetracks on the slot machines will be given back to the state,estimated to be $200 million.An additional 8%from the Indian tribes would add another $100 million,bringing $300 million to the state.Proposition 202 is offering about $89 million and Proposition 200 is offering $25 million.Their tag line is "Do the Math",as there is a significant difference.I t also has to do with deficit reduction,regulation,disclosure,and who is going to benefit. This is the only proposition that will give money to the budget deficit,at approximately $150 million.In addition,Proposition 201 lasts 10 years; Proposition 202 lasts 23 years and Proposition 200 lasts 40 years.The current gaming initiatives last 10 years,and a lot has happened since 1993. He encouraged them to do the math and the research to determine which one is best for Arizona.He stated there have been comments about out-of-state racetrack owners,and how the city knows first hand how much the racetrack brings to the city,the money that is generated for charity and the community support.The Coalition is here to support the 6,000 jobs in Arizona that depend on racing and for the people in Arizona to make sure everyone gets a fair deal. "Joe Arizona"addressed the council and described his background. Mr.Paul Benz commented they were asking for everyone's support and they would stay after the meeting to answer any questions. Councilmember Eck asked about the limit on the slot machines and the number of tracks that would have them.He commented the governor had stated she feared Circle K would be asking for slot machines.He asked if a gaming license was needed in order to get slot machines. Mr.Paul Benz stated there would be no more than ten tracks around the state that could have the slot machines,and no more than two per county.I t keeps gaming where i t already exists;gambling is already being done at the racetracks.Proposition 201 has a special portion wherein for gambling to expand beyond what is set forth in the proposition,a vote of the people must be taken.The other two propositions state that if gambling were to be expanded,all limits would be removed from Indian gambling and they could do as much as they want and give nothing back to the state. "Joe Arizona"added Proposition 201 enhances and increases current regulations on gambling.He commented the governor's statement is odd because every Circle K already has the Arizona Lottery. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 3 OF 20 Councilmember Durbala asked if a lot of the $300 million would be going back into the schools. Mr.Paul Benz stated it would be going back for scholarships and reading programs.There will be $70 million going to education,which is almost as much as Proposition 202 gives to the state and almost three times as much as Proposition 200 gives to anybody.It will go to kindergarten through third grade education and college scholarships.The intent is to lower dropout rates and improve literacy and retention.The college scholarships will give the students something to work for. "Joe Arizona"stated i t also gives $25 million back to police and fire and an additional $25 million to senior health care and drugs.People are currently going to Mexico to get their prescription medication,with those on oxygen being taken to the front of the lines to get the medication.This would help. Councilmember Durbala asked if the majority of the money earmarked for education on Proposition 202 actually goes back to the Indian reservations. Mr.Edward Braunger stated the Indians currently do not open their books for inspection.If Propositions 200 or 202 pass,they still do not open their books.They are stating they will give a certain percentage of the profits, but no one knows what the profits are.Proposition 201 will make them open their books and it will regulate them.They will be made to pay their proper taxes. Councilmember Durbala commented their brochures state most of that is supposed to go back to the schools but they do not tell you that most of it goes back to the Indian community and not to the State of Arizona. Mr.Paul Benz stated that is Proposition 200.They state it goes back to education and college scholarships,but they do not tell you that the college scholarships is a 60/40 split between universities,community colleges,and tribal colleges.They also do not mention when they talk about senior health care that i t is Arizona health care and tribal health care,and that they are separate funds.Proposition 202 basically states education only.Proposition 201 will make them open their books,give 8% to the state and have daily financial disclosure.Proposition 201 and 202 are the same except more disclosure has been added,i t is a straight 8%instead of a sliding scale of 1-8%,and slot machines were added to the racetracks,significantly increasing REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 4 OF 20 the amount of money going to the state.If the tribes choose not to expand their gaming,they would stay with their current agreement. "Joe Arizona"commented he was asked how Proposition 201 would help the Indians more.The rural tribes would be able to transfer and give them a minimum of 50%for their transfer fee versus a negotiation factor with the other propositions.I t is more fair for the rural tribes that no one talks to or gets to see.I t protects the rural tribes. Mr.Paul Benz stated the other propositions leave the advantage to the urban tribe.The rural tribe can put a slot machine at an urban tribe's casino,but they negotiate how much of a cut the urban tribe receives in return. "Joe Arizona"commented he looks at their proposition as dealing with everyone in Arizona. Councilmember Urich asked if there is any provision for people who have a problem with gambling in Proposition 201. Mr.Edward Braunger stated there is $1.4 million for people who have a gambling addiction problem. Mr.Paul Benz stated that is the standard for all the gambling initiatives, along with raising the gambling age to twenty-one.He encouraged everyone to go to their website for more information. "Joe Arizona"stated they can ask questions on-line and the campaign people or he himself will answer the questions. Councilmember Durbala asked the interim city manager to give a brief overview of how the proposition would help all cities in the state with the impending threat of taking more money from the cities in the area of state -shared revenues. Interim City Manager George Hoffman stated the governor is looking for $100 million from the schools and $100 million from the cities. Councilmember Durbala suggested some of this may be avoided with this proposition as the money would be used for those programs she wants to cut. It would be beneficial for the state as a whole. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 5 OF 20 "Joe Arizona"stated he has a friend who will be out of a job because they cut the funding.It might not happen if this is passed. Mr.Edward Braunger stated Proposition 201 is the only proposition on the ballot that reduces the deficit;it has funding earmarked for that. Councilmember Durbala asked if the money goes into surplus once the deficit is taken care of. Mr.Paul Benz stated it also gives money to the cities for police and fire protection. Councilmember Durbala asked if there is special funding for that in those areas where the casinos and racetracks are located. Mr.Paul Benz stated the funding would be for the entire state. "Joe Arizona"commented his mother would like to see no gambling in the state, but if they do not get the extra funding this way,it would have to come from taxes.This way people can spend their money voluntarily and the money would go to help the people. Vice Mayor Surra asked what monies would come directly to those cities that house an actual racetrack facility. Mr.Paul Benz stated he did not have that detailed information with him.He will look into i t and get back to her with that exact number. Vice Mayor Surra commented it would be helpful for our residents to know how the local racetrack will personally benefit our city. Mr.Paul Benz stated they will get increased sales tax from the racetrack and more jobs for the city.It will keep more money in the city as opposed to its going other places. Mr.Edward Braunger stated they have positive plans for what the racetrack will do for the community and how it will enhance the area. Vice Mayor Surra commented she is aware of all of their charitable contributions in the past that have benefited the youth of the community. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 6 OF 20 Mr.Edward Braunger stated they do that because they want to. Councilmember Eck commented i t seemed like every candidate in the governor's race talked about education and senior health care.He was disappointed that no one stated where the money was going to come from.They should recognize this proposition with the timing of it and the condition of the state budget. Councilmember Durbala commented he supports i t 100%.He has talked about i t with many people where he works.He believes i t is the best thing for Arizona and it will be fair and equitable for everyone in the state.I t is easier to raise revenue this way than raise property taxes or income taxes.He encouraged everyone to support the proposition. Mr.Edward Braunger stated he talked to some people from Iowa who have slot machines at the racetracks and they stated the benefits have been tremendous They started their campaign on Friday and they have already had over 35,000 hits on the website. Councilmember Dietz commented i t is a win -win situation. Mr.Edward Braunger stated if you put the three propositions next to each other,you have to go with 201. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Ms.Rosalie Gifford,1485 W.14th Avenue,Apache Junction,addressed the council regarding the library.She commended the staff and commented that one of her favorite things was being able to go on-line and get the catalog,but that has been unavailable since May.She was told that the computer staff is small and has many demands.She is requesting enlarging the department or "switching"some people around in order to bring the on-line catalog back. Ms.Donna Woods,2634 W.Gregory,Apache Junction,addressed the council asking why the planning staff does not return phone calls.She had called every day for a week and never had a call returned regarding a client of hers. The client ended up losing a great deal of money because of her not being able to get the information. Councilmember Urich requested staff check into both issues brought up during "Call to the Public". REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 7 OF 20 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Interim City Manager George Hoffman commented on the state's budget problems. The governor is looking at taking a part of the state -shared revenues from the cities and towns to compensate for the shortfall.When she originally looked at taking away $42 million,the cost to Apache Junction would have been $296.000.I t is possible if this is passed that the city would have to cut $750,000 or more from the budget.They cannot wait to see if she is successful.In order to avoid layoff situations,they need to look at attrition,vacancies and unspent monies at this time.Most of the operating budget goes to employee salaries.He has assembled a core team of staff to work with department directors to develop proposed cuts to our budget.The budget cuts will translate into service reductions for the community, including the possibility of an increase in police response time,less recreational programs offered,fewer hours the skate park will be open,or discontinuing Saturday hours at the library.He will keep the lines of communication open with the council to keep the cuts consistent with their views. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF PREMISES ON THE LIQUOR LICENSE OF LONGHORN BAR & GRILL FOR SEPTEMBER 22,2002 )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly briefed the council on the item.They made the same request last year for a special event at this time.Comments were received from the police department and development services with no objections.The applicant was notified to attend the meeting. Mayor Coleman requested the applicant address the council. Mrs.Linda Stewart,owner,addressed the council.They will be having a salsa cook -off,and she has mariachis coming in,a trick rope performer,and La Casita is donating the tortilla chips.They will have the same security and bartenders outside that they have had in the past.She added she sent three of them to the alcohol class this morning to keep them educated. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 8 OF 20 Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing on the item.There being no one wishing to speak,he closed the public hearing and opened the item to council discussion.There being no discussion,he called for a motion. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF PREMISES ON THE LIQUOR LICENSE OF LONGHORN BAR & GRILL FOR SEPTEMBER 22,2002,SUBMITTED BY LINDA RAE STEWART, BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.1166/CASE PZ-2-02, A REZONING REQUEST BY RON TAYLOR OF TRI- CORE ENGINEERING ON BEHALF OF NEIL NIELSON )Assistant Planner Steve Abraham briefed the council on the item.The applicant wants to rezone the 2,38 acre property from GR to CR-3 for the purpose of creating a 10 -lot conventionally built single family home subdivision located behind the fire station at 16th Avenue and Idaho.The lots will be 7,000 sq.ft.Some minor text changes were made in the ordinance and he passed out the revised ordinance,advising the council of the changes.One of the changes will prohibit the creation of key lots.The requested landscaping and screening codes have been included in the packet.Two trees will be required in the landscaping,one being at least a 24"box.He delineated the other landscaping required for each yard. Councilmember Durbala stated he thought the landscaping they had talked about would be in the front on Tract A and B,not the front yards of the lots. Councilmember Dietz commented they had discussed landscaping the front yards. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 9 OF 20 Councilmember Durbala thought it was more on the property beginning on the streetside of 16th Avenue. Assistant Planner Steve Abraham stated this type of landscaping has to be installed per Ordinance No.940. Vice Mayor Surra stated the issue with the front yards dealt with something the developer said requiring each homeowner had to place a certain amount of landscaping in the front yards within six months.As that would be hard to enforce,the council wanted i t included in the sale price package. Councilmember Durbala commented he remembered the six months,he just had not remembered the developer was being required to put i t in. Councilmember Eck asked if there was any opposition on this project from the neighbors. Assistant Planner Steve Abraham stated he received only one phone call and that was from a woman who was for it. Mayor Coleman requested the applicant address the council. Mr.Ron Taylor,Tr -Core Engineering,addressed the council.He added they intend to comply with all the ordinances for drainage and streets that are currently in place,plus any other stipulations set forth by the council. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing on the item. Mr.Nell Nielson,the developer, commented he wants this to be a nice project.He has built several homes in the Palm Springs area that sold well.He is trying to provide a product for people wanting a home in this price range that will be nice.He had proposed the landscaping to make each property look nice and presentable and it was originally to be enforced by the architectural committee for the homeowners REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 10 OF 20 association,but there could be problems with that later.He will provide i t with the sale of the home and it will probably help sell the homes anyway.He hopes to fulfill the demand. Mayor Coleman closed the public hearing with no one else wishing to speak and opened the item to council discussion. Councilmember Eck commented he would like to see more of the CR-2 subdivisions requiring 11,000 sq.ft.lots.He does not believe CR-2 would work on this property,however.I t is a very good use for this property. Councilmember Durbala commented i t is consistent with the other properties around the corner.He thinks it will be ideal for the neighborhood. Mayor Coleman closed the discussion with no one else wishing to speak and called for a motion. Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.1166 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED,AND I'M TALKING ABOUT THE ORDINANCE THAT WAS PASSED OUT BY MR.ABRAHAM'S TONIGHT WITH THE ADDITIONAL STIPULATION OF NUMBER 11 ADDED. Councilmember Urich SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read the ordinance by title only. Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.1166 AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK WITH THE ADDITION OF STIPULATION NUMBER 11 BE APPROVED. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 11 OF 20 Councilmember Urich SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.02-19, RECOMMENDING THE EXPANSION OF THE APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT (AJFD)BOUNDARIES IN PROVIDING FIRE PROTECTION )Interim City Manager George Hoffman briefed the council on the item.The item was discussed at the work session last night and Chief Flynn is in the audience to respond to any questions. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing on the item.There being no one wishing to speak,he closed the public hearing and opened the item to council discussion.There being no discussion,he called for a motion. Councilmember Eck MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.02-19,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,RECOMMENDING THE EXPANSION OF THE APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES TO ALLOW THE APACHE JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT TO PROVIDE FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES TO THE ROYAL APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 108 N.MERIDIAN ROAD,MARICOPA COUNTY,APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,BE APPROVED. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. Vice Mayor Surra reminded everyone that we should be doing an education process to residents on having one provider for fire service. OLD BUSINESS REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 12 OF 20 None. NEW BUSINESS None. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON ANY OF THE ABOVE LISTED AGENDA ITEMS None. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON OTHER PROPOSED LEGISLATION OR ACTIONS IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TOWN HALL 2002 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY/DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT WORK PLAN )Economic Development Specialist Ken Simpkins briefed the council on the item.Council was given a proposal at the work session last evening on the direction staff recommended proceeding with.He is looking for guidance from the council as to whether this was the direction they wanted to go or do they have another recommendation. Mayor Coleman commented it was well thought out and he liked it.It meets the intention of the Town Hall. Vice Mayor Surra commented he has done a wonderful job getting the business community's input,which was considerable.I t reflects the people involved. Economic Development Specialist Ken Simpkins stated i t is a business -generated concept.The success will depend upon the business community supporting it,and he feels they have very strong support. Mayor Coleman commented the attendance last night was very good. Councilmember Eck asked if they were actually going to start on South Phelps. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 13 OF 20 Economic Development Specialist Ken Simpkins stated the three areas would be South Phelps,North Apache Trail,and the focal point east to Central Arizona College.They might have to redirect by the time they get to the third element.They will be building out from the focal point. Councilmember Eck commented he liked what was presented last night and he believes everyone is looking forward to physically seeing something.He believes there will be more input from the business people in future Town Halls when they can see this come to pass. Mayor Coleman closed the discussion and called for a motion. Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT STAFF BE GIVEN THE FOLLOWING DIRECTION REGARDING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TOWN HALL 2002 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT WORK PLAN:THAT THEY GO FORWARD WITH THE WORK PLAN PROPOSED IN THE WORK SESSION LAST EVENING THAT INCLUDES THREE POINTS PARTICULARLY,THAT IS OF COMPLETING AN ENGINEERING AS- BUILT SURVEY,FORM A DESIGN REVIEW FUNCTION,AND TO DEVELOP A REDEVELOPMENT FUNDING PLAN FOR THE THREE AREAS,PHELPS DRIVE SOUTH,APACHE TRAIL NORTH AND OLD WEST HIGHWAY. Councilmember Durbala SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. NEW DIRECTION FOR LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE UPDATE PROJECT )Interim Development Services Director Rudy Esquivias briefed the council on the item.He summarized what was discussed at the last meeting on this item.He briefly went over the list of directions to staff previously given on amendments to the land development code.He commented Councilmember Durbala at the last meeting had mentioned including non -conforming uses on the list.They might also wish to include a decrease in intensity.He asked the council for direction on where they would like to go from here. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 14 OF 20 Mayor Coleman commented the design review was approved with the previous item this evening.I t is a fairly high priority. Councilmember Eck thought number four,allowing the manufactured home,would be easy for staff to complete. Interim Development Services Director Rudy Esquivias stated there are currently two zoning districts that allow for an RV or manufactured home to be placed on a property during construction of a new home. Councilmember Eck commented he would like to see them be able to keep the mobile home on the lot for a certain amount of time as they are constructing a site -built home.He estimated they should be able to keep it on for no more than twelve months. Vice Mayor Surra agreed that i t should be included.She would also like to see them address the obnoxious uses in the heavy industrial zone.She thinks the most work will involve the private access ways because the council does not agree on them.It will take time and a lot of discussion,but i t is one they cannot avoid forever.She believes the ones of priority are the ones listed in the synopsis of September 3,2002. Councilmember Eck commented he would like to see them address the private access ways as they are always a debated issue. Vice Mayor Surra commented the solution is not to have any. Councilmember Eck commented they need to set standards,and if the property owner knows the standards and is willing to agree to the set standards,it would solve the problem. Councilmember Durbala suggested looking at a cul-de-sac for the long properties. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 15 OF 20 Councilmember Eck commented he would rather see four 1.25 acre properties with a cul-de-sac than a private easement. Mayor Coleman suggested or something like the one they saw tonight.I t has streets,sidewalks,and streetlights, whereas the private access easements do not.They avoid them;the easement allows them to do so. Councilmember Eck commented they need to come up with a compromise or they will continue to get what they have been getting. Councilmember Durbala suggested making it mandatory to have the street in there and make i t a cul-de-sac or put i t under the same standards as city streets. Vice Mayor Surra commented that is why it has to be one of the priorities.But they need some language to look at so that they can come to some kind of agreement. Councilmember Durbala commented they need to look at number thirteen. Vice Mayor Surra stated she believed that could be piggy -backed onto the work that will be done in the redevelopment area.They will get some standards that could apply elsewhere. Councilmember Durbala commented this is establishing some development standards for the "Y"area.They need to have these standards in place before the others are approved.They need to establish standards for streetlights,benches and landscaping to start with. Vice Mayor Surra stated she still believes it must mesh with what is being done by the redevelopment district. Interim City Manager George Hoffman asked if they are talking about the area between State Route 88/01d West Highway out to the east and the possibility of not saying that everybody had REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 16 OF 20 to have curb,gutter,sidewalk and streetlights because i t is more rural in nature. Mayor Coleman stated that is correct.They are addressing low density. Councilmember Durbala stated i t has to be stated here instead of just for the "Y"area. Vice Mayor Surra stated they need the parameters that would be outside those design standards that might be used in the redevelopment district. Councilmember Durbala commented they need to be looking at the street improvements,too.It will eventually be a 4 -lane road. There was general discussion on the areas they were talking about. City Engineer Ron Grittman commented they need to develop a standard for the rural road street improvements. Interim Development Services Director Rudy Esquivias stated this was originally brought up 4 to 5 years ago with a subdivision request from Don Kos and the neighbors were upset about the paved roads,streetlights,sidewalks and the extension of the sewer lines. They discussed establishing lesser standards for the rural areas. Mayor Coleman asked what they had decided upon for priorities. Interim Development Services Director Rudy Esquivias stated he has numbers 2,4,8,11,12,and 13,and the non -conforming uses upgrades. There was general discussion on what should be on the list and what should not. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 17 OF 20 Mayor Coleman closed the discussion and called for a motion. Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT RUDY GO FORWARD WITH TAKING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE OPTION AS LISTED ON THE SYNOPSIS OF THE SEPTEMBER 3RD,2002,DISCUSSION,AND THEN THE ITEM THAT WAS REQUESTED THIS EVENING,AND I THINK THAT,LET ME SEE,WHAT WAS THAT NUMBER,NUMBER 13, AT THE VERY BOTTOM,THIS IS WHAT YOU'RE GOING TO GET STARTED AT,AND WE WILL STILL CONSIDER THE MAIN LIST THAT YOU GAVE US ORIGINALLY AS STILL OUR GOAL, BUT WHAT WE'RE GOING TO START WITH NOW ARE THE ONES THAT ARE ON THE SYNOPSIS OF THE SEPTEMBER 3RD MEETING. There was general discussion on the numbers that were being included. Vice Mayor Surra continued WE ARE GOING BY THE SEPTEMBER 3RD,2002,ONE,IS THAT CORRECT?AND THEN THE 11 AND 12 THAT WE TALKED ABOUT THIS EVENING BECAUSE WE THINK WE CAN PIGGY -BACK WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT SO THAT SHOULDN'T BE TOO HARD,AND THEN YOU CAN ADD 13 TO THE VERY BOTTOM,THAT'S JOE'S,AS TIME PERMITS. Councilmember Eck SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS,AND PURPOSES Councilmember Dietz MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.BE HELD ON MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 30,2002,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,RESPECTIVELY; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.BE HELD ON TUESDAY,OCTOBER 1, 2002,IN THE CITY CONFERENCE ROOM. Vice Mayor Surra SECONDED THE MOTION. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 18 OF 20 VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Vice Mayor Surra announced she will be having her 43rd wedding anniversary on Thursday. Councilmember Durbala asked the other councilmembers to share any information they had brought back from the League Conference with those councilmembers who were unable to attend. ADJOURNMENT )Mayor Coleman adjourned the meeting at 8:26 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows: 1.Acceptance of Agenda. 2.Acceptance of Minutes of Regular Meeting of September 3,2002. 3.Recognition of Outstanding Service to the Community by City Employees. Employees receiving recognition are:Library Youth Services and Circulation Staff. 4.Consideration of request for approval to purchase two fleet vehicles for the new Park Ranger Program using the State of Arizona Purchasing Contract. These vehicles will be purchased from Five Star Ford at a cost of $19,585.94 per vehicle for a total of $39,171.88,which includes sales tax and delivery. 5.Consideration of approval of purchase of performance appraisal software from KnowledgePoint at an amount not to exceed $18,000. ACCEPTED THIS 1ST DAY OF OCTORFR 2002,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 1ST DAY OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 19 OF 20 OCTORER ,2002. ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk DOUGLAS LEMAN Mayor 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 September,2002.I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this 23rd day of September,2002. KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 17,2002 PAGE 20 OF 20