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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-05-04 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MAY 4,1999 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on May 4,1999,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. IN Pastor David Forrester gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Insalaco led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Coleman Vice Mayor Surra Councilmember Dietz Councilmember Durbala Councilmember Eck Councilmember Insalaco Councilmember Urich Staff Present:City Manager Curtis Shook City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Joel Stern Public Safety Director Robert Warner Public Works Director Doug Dobson Development Services Director Glen Van Nimwegen Others Present:Assistant Planner Paul Michaud REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 1 OF 18 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Vice Mayor Surra MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED;AND THAT THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYEES BE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY:LIBRARY EMPLOYEES KAREN RAULS,LINDSAY MCCULLA,TIM COBURN AND ANTHONY FITZWATER;LIBRARY VOLUNTEER EMPLOYEE JIM RYAN;THE LIBRARY STAFF;LIBRARY ASSISTANT MARY -JOY ZUIK;PARKS SUPERINTENDENT NICK BLAKE;PARKS SUPERVISOR KEITH GRAVES; RECREATION COORDINATOR LIZ LANGENBACH;PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE TIM SIZEMORE;PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR DOUG DOBSON;PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT PETER PLANTE,CITY ENGINEER PAUL STEARS;PUBLIC WORKS SECRETARY ELAINE COLBURN;VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR MIKE RUSH;PUBLIC WORKS STREET CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR JOHN BOSTICK;PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR JEFF BELL; ASSISTANT PLANNER PAUL MICHAUD;AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SECRETARY JAN KRONENBURG. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS.PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Coleman read a proclamation designating May 2 thru May 8 as Municipal Clerks Week.He presented the proclamation to City Clerk Kathleen Connelly. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Mr.Jim Werner,1296 N.Cortez,Apache Junction,addressed the council regarding the problems he is having on his property and requesting assistance with the easements.He has a 5 -acre lot where he would like to add a pool, storage building and put a fence around his property.He needs the fence due to vehicular traffic cutting through his yard from Weeks Wash.He has had criminal damage occur from trespassers.He has easements on three sides and a lot of his property is located in a flood zone,so it cannot be built upon. This is forcing him to put his pool and outbuilding between his house and the property line.A 33'easement runs between his house and the line,preventing him from putting in his pool.He does not believe a road will ever go through as it would lead from the wash to the trailer park.He complained that Salt REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 2 OF 18 River Project put his power box in the middle of road for their easement on the south side of his property.He was told by them that a road would never be put in there.Whereas they can put his power box there,he cannot put up a permanent wall,which is what he wants to construct.He requested someone come out to his property to see what he is up against;he needs the easements abandoned so that he can proceed with his construction and landscaping plans. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Curtis Shook commented a house bill regarding state revenue sharing did not have enough support to lower the local share immediately.As a result,in the first year of the budget the share will be 15.8%for cities and towns and in the second year it will a 15% share.It is possible that cities under 70,000 in population may only have to go down to 15.4%;this bill was supposed to have passed today.Also,the city is unsure how House Bill 2168 regarding contractors sales will effect the city,but i t is believed to be a substantial amount,possibly in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The bill returns contractor sales tax revenues to the point of origin or sale, instead of where they are being used.In addition,House Bill 2255,a special interest bill by Shea Homes that would have allowed them to cash out their sewer district,has been pulled back from a final read in the house to a conference committee.The city has asked that this amendment be struck altogether.The house compromised,creating a session law in the conference committee -a law that is passed in the session but is not necessarily codified.The law grants a temporary moratorium on the three and six mile review for a two year period until September 1,2001.Shea Homes would have to cash it out with the board of supervisors by that date. PUBLIC HEARINGS CASE GPA-98-04/PZ-97-22,GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT REQUEST FROM COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY,WITH A CONCURRENT REZONING REQUEST FROM GR (GENERAL RURAL)TO CR-5 (MULTIPLE -FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE)FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A 39 -UNIT SENIOR APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT )Mayor Coleman stated he had received a letter dated April 30,1999 from Mr.Mark Brinton,a representative REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 3 OF 18 of Community Christian Church,to Assistant Planner Paul Michaud indicating the applicant wished to withdraw the general plan amendment request in Case 1GPA-98-04 and to withdraw the rezoning request in Case OZ -97-22.The withdrawal of both items is due to the opposition set forth in petitions filed with the city against the housing project.He commented he would go ahead with the public hearing as advertised,but reminded everyone that these items had been withdrawn;council action will not be to grant the rezoning or the general plan amendment.He then opened the public hearing on the general plan amendment. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock,740 N. Thunderbird Drive,Apache Junction,addressed the council.She wanted to clarify that the request had been withdrawn. withdrawn. how long it would be withdrawn. Mayor Coleman stated it had been Ms.Rebecca L.Machock asked for Mayor Coleman stated they would have to go through the entire process again if they were to bring it back. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock asked if it would have to be rezoned before they could set anything up. Mayor Coleman stated they would. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock stated she will not approve of any apartments anywhere around.She believes they will destroy Apache Junction. Mayor Coleman closed the public hearing on the item and called for a motion. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT PURSUANT TO THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME II,LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 1,ZONING ORDINANCE,§13.0110,APPLICANT'S REQUEST TO WITHDRAW THE APPLICATION FOR ITEM NO.5A BE APPROVED. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 4 OF 18 Councilmember Eck SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT PURSUANT TO THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,VOLUME II,LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 1,ZONING ORDINANCE,S13.0110,APPLICANT'S REQUEST TO WITHDRAW THE APPLICATION FOR ITEM NO.58 BE APPROVED. Councilmember Eck SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. CASE PZ-98-27,A REZONING REQUEST FROM GR (GENERAL RURAL)TO GR/PD (GENERAL RURAL BY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT)FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXPANDING AN EXISTING SANCTUARY )Mayor Coleman announced that in the same letter from the Community Christian Church,written by Mr.Mark Brinton,they had requested a continuance for this item.The applicant will be submitting a modified rezoning application which will request a rezoning classification on the property for general rural by planned development for all but the northerly 2.5 acres,which shall remain multiple -family residential.As a date was not specified in the letter,the continuance will allow the applicant to refile the case which may be subject to additional application filing fees and posting and publishing costs for the public hearings before the planning and zoning commission and the city council. There would be a public hearing tonight as it was advertised as such.He then opened the public hearing on the item. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock,740 N. Thunderbird,Apache Junction,asked for it to be explained in layman's terms. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 5 OF 18 City Attorney Joel Stern stated they have asked that the other two cases be withdrawn. was to make the is correct.It designation. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock asked if this immediate sanctuary bigger. City Attorney Joel Stern stated that is to enlarge the sanctuary and have a change in the zoning Ms.Rebecca L.Machock commented they had applied for that anyway. City Attorney Joel Stern stated they have cut back their request on the rezoning application.They want to keep the land as general rural planned development.They do not want to rezone the northerly acres,which is multiple -family residential.The application before the council does change it,and they have changed their mind.The applicant is here to explain this further if needed.If the council approves the request to continue this item,then they can come back in the future,with no deadline,for another rezoning.He understands they want to come back,but they are not ready as the current application does not have the current information on what they now wish to do.If the council continues this item, the applicant will have to redo the entire process.If the request is substantially different from the current one,they will have to start the process over. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock stated they are asking to put 29 units right there. City Attorney Joel Stern stated that dealt with the senior apartments. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock stated with the one across the road it was going to be 39 plus 29 units.She asked if they were still going to do the 29 units now. City Attorney Joel Stern stated this zoning request has nothing to do with this project.That was the previous item.This item deals with the sanctuary and the parking lot. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 6 OF 18 Ms.Rebecca L.Machock understood they were going to put 29 units up there when they expanded the sanctuary. City Attorney Joel Stern stated the units would go to the senior apartments.The sanctuary was going to have its square footage increased. Assistant Planner Paul Michaud commented there were not to be any apartments added on to the sanctuary. City Attorney Joel Stern stated the parking was going to go on the other side of the road.They do not have enough space so the code allows them to have off -site parking. Mayor Coleman closed the public hearing and asked the applicant to address the council. Mr.Mark Brinton,2547 N.Al Sieber Road,Apache Junction,addressed the council.He commented they are dropping the Christian Care Facility and the rezoning.They now want to keep the underlying zoning,though they have no plans at the present time for multi- family residences.They intend for the plans to stay the same,but to keep the current zoning on there.It will be for a future time and it will not be for the Christian Care Facility.They had originally intended to keep that zoning to begin with,but were advised not to.They do not want to lose that zoning. Mayor Coleman reopened the public hearing on the item. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock commented it is already zoned for the multi -family residential. Mayor Coleman stated it is. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock asked if they could put up multi -family residences later on without asking since it is already zoned for it. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 7 OF 18 Mayor Coleman stated that is what it means.They do not have control over what is already zoned. Ms.Rebecca L.Machock commented that they apparently already have it. Mayor Coleman closed the public hearing with no one else wishing to speak.He opened the item to council discussion. Councilmember Eck asked why they would do a continuance instead of a withdrawal. Development Services Director Glen Van Nimwegen stated if they withdraw the case it has the option of not being heard for a year. City Attorney Joel Stern added that they would have to wait a year,but there could be changed circumstances that could allow the planning and zoning commission to hear it again.They would have to wait a year if they officially withdrew. Mayor Coleman closed the discussion and called for a motion. Councilmember Eck MOVED THAT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST TO CONTINUE ITEM NO.6 INDEFINITELY BE APPROVED. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR A 14 -LOT SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISION,COYOTE RUN,CASE SD-98-06/RESOLUTION NO.99-17 )Assistant Planner Paul Michaud briefed the council on the item.The property is located on Winchester Road REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 8 OF 18 directly across from the Boys and Girls Club.It is a 5 -acre property being developed into a 14 -lot subdivision.The approved site plan shows lot sizes ranging from 11,200 net square feet to 14,260 net square feet.The zoning requires them to be at least 11,000 net square feet.The cul-de-sac lots had less than the typical 80'and the radius bulb of the street needed to be enlarged.The road length was a little bit longer than typical.Neighbors had voiced questions on property values and who would maintain the open space retention area.The air conditioning units will be placed on the ground. except for the Santa Fe model.The preliminary plat unanimously recommended for approval by the commission is in basic compliance with the attached site plan.The lot width size is 80'to 86'.The retention area and open space have been relocated to the southwest corner of the site,taking advantage of the site's natural drainage.The open space has been doubled from the previous plan.A smaller drainage way has been added to the rear of lots 12- 14.The developer wants the adjacent property owners to maintain the open space as noted.The applicant will need to submit the appropriate deed restrictions regarding the maintenance of these areas at the time of final plat submittal.The retention area will need to be drawn on the final plat as an easement of lots 8 and 9.The Winchester right-of-way width and the radius have been redimensioned from that plan approved in the rezoning.He corrected information given at the work session the night before to state that the adjacent property owners on lots 1 and 14 will need to maintain that area across from Winchester.Straight zoning does not require specific landscaping or a homeowners association to maintain these areas,however,street lighting and sidewalks will be required.There have been no comments to date.The city engineer is still reviewing the preliminary drainage report,and he believes the retention area might have to be enlarged from what is shown now. The final drainage report will clarify any of the remaining details.There are two suggested conditions to the resolution,the first being that all outstanding conditions of Ordinance No.1059 that are still in effect should apply.He briefly went over those conditions.The second condition calls for an arrangement that legally binds an entity or individual(s)to the perpetual maintenance of the open space and retention areas prior to final plat submittal.The city attorney has drafted a third possible condition for council use regarding the adjacent lot owners maintaining the .5 acre lot containing the retention area,which he went over briefly. Councilmember Eck asked if the second motion given to them by the city attorney should include lot 1. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 9 OF 18 Assistant Planner Paul Michaud stated no as there is no drainage easement on that lot,just a right-of-way easement. Councilmember Eck asked what he had been talking about earlier in regards to lots 1 and 14. Assistant Planner Paul Michaud stated that was regarding the landscape area being maintained by the adjacent property owner.He added that there is an extra word "letter" after "as recommended"in condition two that needs to be stricken. Councilmember Durbala asked what the cost would be to maintain the retention area over the length of five years. City Manager Curtis Shook stated it would be difficult to say in terms of dollars and cents.The problem is overextending the parks staff if they start getting involved in maintenance of common areas in private neighborhoods.There would have to be additional people added to the staff over a number of years. Councilmember Durbala asked how many additional people would we be talking about. City Manager Curtis Shook stated if there were a number of these situations,park maintenance staff would have to be added. Councilmember Durbala asked what would happen if one of the property owners decided he was not going to maintain the property,and the city fines him and goes through the process, and the city ends up having to maintain half of the property.He again asked for a dollar figure or what the normal maintenance costs on these would be. City Manager Curtis Shook stated he could only guess;he is not aware of the labor costs or what the costs would be for any equipment. Councilmember Durbala asked if he had a cost estimate on the rock that would be going in there. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 10 OF 18 Mayor Coleman requested that he hold his questions for the applicant. Councilmember Dietz stated there is a landscaping company that takes care of the retention basins and open spaces in his subdivision and it runs about $600 a month.However,this is not the same size. Assistant Planner Paul Michaud stated the lot would be about .5 acre in size;there are 1.25 acre lots that abut other flood plains and those owners still have to maintain their areas from weeds and such. Councilmember Eck stated this will either have to be done by a homeowners association or by the adjacent property owner. Assistant Planner Paul Michaud stated the developer could maintain it forever. Mayor Coleman requested the applicant address the council. Mr.Gene Wilson,1357 S.Idaho Road, Apache Junction,addressed the council to answer any questions. Councilmember Durbala asked what he projected the maintenance costs to be on the retention basin over a period of years,especially later on. Mr.Gene Wilson stated he did not know why the rock would have to be replaced,as it is a hole in the ground and it should not be going anywhere.It will not be traveled on or used in any capacity,other than for being there.The basin should be bisected and that half of the area should belong to the adjacent land owner.It would therefore be an oversized lot.The house could be put close to the slope line of the retention area and they would have a premium lot.The maintenance should not be any higher for him than for anyone else maintaining their lot. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 11 OF 18 Councilmember Insalaco agreed with Mr.Wilson.If he could get a property that size and not have anyone close to him and all he would have to do is clean it,he would like that idea. Vice Mayor Surra commented it looked like that would apply to lots 8 and 9,and asked why lots 12-14 were being mentioned. Mr.Gene Wilson stated there is a small drainage way on the south end there;it is a slight depression in the land.It extends across from lot 1 behind lots 12-14. Vice Mayor Surra asked if there was some for lot 1 then,or is it past his. Mr.Gene Wilson stated it is not really a part of lot 1;in fact,it is part of someone's concept. Vice Mayor Surra asked if they would be advertising lots 8 and 9 as larger in size but that they contain the retention for the subdivision. Mr.Gene Wilson stated they would. They would disclose that the designated area must be maintained according to the restrictions set in the title. Vice Mayor Surra asked if the lots would cost the same. Mr.Gene Wilson stated they will be the same price;the lots are not for sale,it is a house and lot for sale together in the subdivision. City Manager Curtis Shook commented that the language proposed reflects what Mr.Wilson has asked for.It also makes the home buyer understand at the point of sale that they are responsible for keeping that area maintained.There is a disclosure statement included. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing on the item. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 12 OF 18 Mrs.Midge Conway,902 S.Ocotillo Drive,Apache Junction,addressed the council.She commented homeowners associations are not worth any more than the money they have to enforce a situation.They do not enforce things.She added that she pays a weedkiller to come in and take care of her .33 acre who charges her $100 for every 2-3 years;that would be a small charge to pay to keep the weeds down there. Mayor Coleman closed the public hearing with no one else wishing to speak.He reopened the item to council discussion. Councilmember Eck commented he would like to see more subdivisions of this nature come into the community.He likes the larger lots with the custom homes. Councilmembers Dietz and Insalaco agreed. Councilmember Eck MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.99-17,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,APPROVING PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT,CASE NO. SD -98-06,COYOTE RUN,BY GENE WILSON,BE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATION:THAT ALL RETENTION BASINS AND DRAINAGE EASEMENTS SHALL BE COMBINED AS PART OF THE ADJACENT RESIDENTIAL LOTS,WHICH INCLUDE LOT NUMBERS 8,9,12,13 AND 14.SUCH AREA SHALL BE MAINTAINED BY THE PROPERTY OWNERS TO CITY STANDARDS WITH SUCH RESTRICTIONS SET FORTH ON THE DEEDS TO EACH LOT.THE FINAL PLAT SHALL ALSO REFLECT THAT THE RETENTION BASINS AND DRAINAGE EASEMENTS SHALL BE MAINTAINED BY THE PROPERTY OWNERS OF EACH LOT. Councilmember Insalaco SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS. None. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 13 OF 18 NEW BUSINESS. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED LEGISLATION OR ACTION POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS TO ORDINANCE NO.940 ) )Development Services Director Glen Van Nimwegen briefed the council on the item.A number of issues have been addressed by staff,and a list of the proposed amendments were included in the packet.He asked that they advise him if there are any they would like removed or others that they would like to have added.Staff is requesting direction to proceed and direction on the priorities.They would like to increase the scope of the ordinance so that it effects new subdivisions, mobile homes and RV parks as well as new commercial and industrial. Mayor Coleman called for any council discussion.There being no discussion,he called for a motion. Councilmember Urich MOVED THAT THE FOLLOWING DIRECTION BY GIVEN TO STAFF REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO ORDINANCE NO. 940:DRAFT CHANGES TO ORDINANCE NO.940 PER THE MAY 4,1999 STAFF REPORT, INCLUDING COUNCIL'S DESIRE TO REQUIRE 6'WALLS BETWEEN SOME COMMERCIAL SITES. PRIORITY SHOULD BE GIVEN TO CORRECTING THE ORDINANCE TO APPLY TO NEW SINGLE FAMILY,MOBILE HOME AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SUBDIVISIONS AND PARKS. Councilmember Dietz SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. ISSUANCE OF PHOTO IDENTIFICATIONS FOR COUNCIL AND CITY STAFF:ISSUANCE OF VISITOR BADGES:BUILDING SECURITY MEASURES) )Councilmember Durbala briefed the council on the item.He would like staff to look into the possibility of using identification badges for the employees:those employees dealing with REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 14 OF 18 the public should have photographs on their badges.He would also like to see visitor badges and possibly a security system set up for the city. Councilmember Eck asked if every employee was to have a picture identification,if needed. Councilmember Durbala commented they should,if needed. Councilmember Eck asked if everyone should have to wear it. Councilmember Durbala stated they should at least have it in their possession.Those dealing directly with the public should definitely have them. Vice Mayor Surra stated they do not need a photo to have their name on a name tag.She thought a name tag would be nice;that way the public could commend them when they do something nice. She does not think a picture is necessary. Councilmember Durbala commented he is concerned about those employees going to somebody's home. Councilmember Eck stated that office staff would not need them then. Councilmember Durbala stated he would like to have staff look into that and come back to the council with the report. Mayor Coleman asked if other cities required this. Councilmember Eck stated the City of Mesa requires identification badges to show people,but the employees are not supposed to wear them. City Manager Curtis Shook commented those cities that issue an identification card have it act as both REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 15 OF 18 identification and for allowing city employees to receive benefits at the city store. Councilmember Insalaco commented they can be pinned on their clothes,but his wife wears one that is a magnet. It is more comfortable than a pin. Mayor Coleman closed the discussion and called for a motion. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT STAFF DEVELOP AN APPROPRIATE PROCESS FOR ISSUANCE OF EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION BADGES WITH PHOTOGRAPHS,ESPECIALLY FOR EMPLOYEES WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR HANDLING PUBLIC INQUIRIES IN PERSON,AND DRAFT AND RETURN TO CITY COUNCIL IN 90 DAYS A WRITTEN POLICY FOR SUCH A PROGRAM,TO ALSO INCLUDE THE PROCEDURES FOR ISSUANCE OF IDENTIFICATION BADGES FOR VENDORS WORKING ON THE CITY COMPLEX, AND RESEARCH THE NEED AND FEASIBILITY OF IMPROVING SECURITY IN CITY BUILDINGS. Councilmember Insalaco SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES.TIMES.LOCATIONS.AND PURPOSES EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 MONDAY,MAY 17,1999,IN THE CITY RESPECTIVELY;AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD THE CITY CONFERENCE CENTER. Councilmember Dietz MOVED THAT AN P.M.AND WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.ON CONFERENCE CENTER AND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 6:00 P.M.ON TUESDAY,MAY 18,1999,IN Vice Mayor Surra SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 16 OF 18 The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Vice Mayor Surra commented the mayor's family did very well at the high school awards last night.She requested he tell the awards his daughters had won. Mayor Coleman stated they have a generous community with many scholarships being awarded.His two oldest daughters did well.However,he believes the community did a good job of spreading around the scholarships and that those that needed them did receive them.He apologized for missing the work session last night so he could attend the ceremony. Councilmember Eck commented he went to his first sewer district meeting last week.He commended everyone on the board for the challenges that they have. They are concerned with improving the district's image at this time and wish to have more communication with the city.They are working on improving the construction of the system,with most of the problems being east of Ironwood. Manholes are deteriorating due to low flows in the area which build up an acid that eats the concrete out:they are correcting that.In addition,there is grit in the lines from the construction stage that they are cleaning out.The plant was not designed right either and they are having to spend thousands of dollars to get it functioning properly.They are doing a good job for what they have to work with. Vice Mayor Surra commented she is going to golf for the first time in her life in a competition at the employee picnic.She will be taking golf lessons from Council member Durbala. ADOQURNMENT )Mayor Coleman adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows: 1.Acceptance of Agenda. 2.Acceptance of Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 20,1999. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 17 OF 18 3.Recognition of Outstanding Service to the Community by City Employees. Employees receiving recognition are:Karen Rauls,Lindsay McCulla,Tim Coburn,Anthony Fitzwater and volunteer Jim Ryan;Mary -Joy Zuik,Nick Blake,Keith Graves,Liz Langenbach and Tim Sizemore;Doug Dobson,Peter Plante,Paul Stears,Elaine Colburn,Mike Rush,John Bostick and Water Utilities CFD employee Jim Cowles;Jeff Bell,Paul Michaud and Jan Kronenburg. ACCEPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF MAY ,1999,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 18TH DAY OF MAY ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk DOUGLAS Mayor CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CERTIFICATION ,1999. 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 4th day of May,1999.I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this 10th day of May,1999. KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 4,1999 PAGE 18 OF 18