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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-04-02 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING APRIL 2,1996 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on April 2,1996,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 Councilmember Surra gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Barker led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Coleman Vice Mayor Richmond Councilmember Barker Councilmember Durbala Councilmember Hendricks Councilmember Surra (Councilmember Hagner was absent.) Staff Present:City Manager Curtis Shook Asst.City Manager George Hoffman City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Glenn Gimbut Public Safety Director Robert Galloway City Engineer Gordon Grandy Public Works Director Doug Dobson Development Services Director Larry Harmer Planning Manager Jim Nakagawa Associate Planner Rudy Esquivias Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Bell Others Present:Midge Conway,902 S.Ocotillo Dr.,Apache Junction REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 1 OF 9 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED;AND THAT WE RECOGNIZE THE OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY BY THE FOLLOWING CITY EMPLOYEES: Parks and Recreation Department;Detective Dick Boulden and Apache Junction Law Enforcement Association;and Officer Lafrenier. THAT RESOLUTION NO.96-08,"APPROVING ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY CRIMINAL JUSTICE ENHANCEMENT FUND AWARD AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE," BE APPROVED. Vice Mayor Richmond SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Coleman announced a proclamation designating April 1-6,1996,as "Community Development Block Grant Week"and City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read it into the record. Mayor Coleman announced a proclamation designating April as "Fair Housing Month"and City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read it into the record. CALL TO THE PUBLIC None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Curtis Shook reported on the neighborhoods program and informed that the next neighborhood meeting will be at Sierra Entrada,clubhouse,on April 8 at 7:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS ORDINANCE NO.949,PZ-2-96,REZONING REQUEST FOR THE RENAISSANCE POINT SUBDIVISION,ARISTAR INVESTMENTS, LLC.AND DELAWARE INVESTMENTS,LLC. )Development Services Director Larry Harmer briefed the council on this item.He described the location of the development;stated that zoning would change from CR-3 to CR-3/PD (Planned Development)and described the surrounding area and the proposed development. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 2 OF 9 the lot sizes. are similar to those in Apache Villa. applicant to speak. answer any questions from the council. the present vegetation. utilize the existing vegetation. widening 16th Avenue to four lanes. He briefed the council on the concessions that the applicant was requesting and on city requirements and stipulations. Mr.Harmer stated that the Planning Commission denied the rezoning and listed the reasons,as outlined in the staff report,and listed some of the staff's recommendations in case the council wished to approve it. Councilmember Barker stated there was a concern that 16th Avenue would have a traffic impact and asked if that would be widened. Mr.Harmer explained that would be a standard requirement at the time the units along 16th Avenue are going to be built. Councilmember Durbala inquired about the lot sizes. Mr.Harmer explained that lot sizes are similar to those in Apache Villa. Councilmember Durbala confirmed with staff that this development was not age restricted. Mayor Coleman called upon the Mr.Kent Lay,applicant,offered to Councilmember Barker inquired about Mr.Lay replied that they plan to Councilmember Durbala inquired about Mr.Lay replied they are required to do that from property line to property line but they would be willing to extend that further only without curb and gutter. Councilmember Barker confirmed with Mr.Lay that the only entrance to the development during the first phase would be off of Ironwood. Mr.Lay added that they would also improve Ironwood along that stretch. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 3 OF 9 Councilmember Surra inquired about the time frame for completion of the development. Mr.Lay replied they will start with the project as soon as the plans are approved by the city and would like to complete it by the fourth quarter of this year. Councilmember Durbala asked if there would be a turn lane into the subdivision. City Engineer Gordon Grandy replied there would be just the curb radius returns coming off from Broadway,but there would not be any decceleration or acceleration lanes for this subdivision. Councilmember Surra inquired about any architectural drawings of the houses. Mr.Lay replied there were only plans but no architectural drawings yet. Councilmember Durbala asked if the lots would be large enough to allow for a pool in the backyard. Mr.Lay replied explained that even though the lots are narrow,they will be deep with enough space for a pool. Mr.Grandy stated that if the developer is willing to extend the widening of 16th Avenue during the first phase,other portions would have to be done at the same time because of the amount of traffic that will be generated with the opening of Delaware to Southern. Mr.Lay replied they will honor that request. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing. Mr.Gordon Haack,1695 W.13th Avenue,spoke on behalf of Apache Villa homeowners.He spoke against this item stating their main concerns were that the size of the lots and the setbacks were too small,and requested a minimum of 7000 s.f.lots. Mrs.Midge Conway,902 S.Ocotillo Dr.,Apache Villa,Apache Junction.She spoke in favor of this item stating that some of the houses in Renaissance Point would be bigger than those in Apache Villa;that they would be attractive,high quality,it would only enhance the property value in the area,and would help the community with property taxes. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 4 OF 9 Mr.Alan Tom,6707 E.McKellips, Mesa,stated his family owns land on the northwest corner of Ironwood and Southern and spoke in favor of this development. Mayor Coleman called upon anyone else from the public who wished to speak.There being none,he closed the public hearing. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.949,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Richmond SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. City Clerk Kathy Connelly read,"AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE,BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP,CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-2-96 FROM CR-3 (CONVENTIONAL SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 7000 SQUARE FOOT MINIMUM LOTS)TO CR-3/PD (CONVENTIONAL SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES BY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY." Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.949,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilmember Hendricks SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO.950,RESTRICTIONS ON USE OF PUBLIC PROPERTY )Public Safety Director Robert Galloway briefed the council on this item.He reminded the council he had made a presentation on this at the last work session and stated that this would regulate the types of uses of public lands within the city.He stated that some of the State land the city has bought is being used for permanent camping and parking of RVs;that has led to the destruction and pollution of vegetation in the area and represents a health hazard.He explained the purpose of this ordinance and stated that it has been reviewed and agreed upon by State officials,city staff,and people in the community. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 5 OF 9 Councilmember Hendricks was concerned that human waste was going to be left behind. The council discussed the possibility of making people remove any human waste,trash,etc.at the time they leave the site. Chief Galloway replied there was the question of whether or not a person was responsible for certain trash,etc.at the site and it would be difficult to prove. Councilmember Barker suggested to make that a request at the time people are asked to leave and inform them about citation for dumping trash. Chief Galloway agreed. Councilmember Hendricks suggested that police officers provide the trash bags to people. Councilmember Durbala suggested passing this ordinance with the emergency clause. City Clerk Kathy Connelly replied that it had not been shown on the agenda with the emergency clause. Chief Galloway stated that even though this would not be effective until thirty days,they could start giving people notice to get ready and staff could also get prepared to relocate people. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no one wishing to speak on this item,he closed the hearing. Councilmember Surra MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.950 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Richmond SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. City Clerk Kathy Connelly read,"AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE CHAPTER 10,OFFENSES,BY REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 6 OF 9 ADDING ARTICLE 10-3,PUBLIC PROPERTY OFFENSES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY." Councilmember Surra MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.950,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilmember Hendricks SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS FUNDING FOR NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY (NAU)FOUNDATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996-97 ) )City Manager Curtis Shook briefed the council on this item.He reminded Council of the presentation by Jeanelle O'Dell of NAU at the work session and commented on the benefits to the community.He recommended support for the program. Councilmember Surra commented in favor of the program. Councilmember Barker MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONCEPT OF THE NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AT SIGNAL PEAK CAMPUS;AND THAT WE CONSIDER THE SPECIFIC FINANCES DURING THE BUDGET CONSIDERATION. Councilmember Durbala SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. FACILITATION SERVICES FOR A TOWN HALL ) )City Manager Curtis Shook briefed the council on this item.He stated that Town Hall is an extension of the program to develop an strategic plan for the future of the community and requested authorization of this item. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 7 OF 9 Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH SEEKING PROPOSALS FOR FACILITATOR SERVICES FOR A CITY-WIDE TOWN HALL. Vice Mayor Richmond SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED LEGISLATION OR ACTIONS None. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES.TIMES.LOCATIONS,AND PURPOSES MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.BE HELD ON MONDAY,APRIL 15,1996, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS RESPECTIVELY: AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.BE HELD ON TUESDAY,APRIL 16,1996, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. Councilmember Surra SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Councilmember Surra reported that she had attended the Friends of the Library annual luncheon and had given a presentation at it. ADJOURNMENT )Mayor Coleman adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows: 1.Acceptance of agenda. 2.Acceptance of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 19,1996. 3.Recognition of outstanding service to the community by City employees. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 8 OF 9 4.Approval of Resolution No.96-08,Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Public Safety for a $14,000 Street Crime Interdiction Grant awarded by the Criminal Justice Enhancement Fund. ACCEPTED THIS 16TH DAY OF APRIL ,1996,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 17TH DAY OF APRIL ,1996. DOUGLAS CREW Mayor ATTEST: / e - Z 7 t h e z . , & , 4 KATHLEEN CONNELLY 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 2nd day of April,1996.I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this 8th day of April,1996. KATHLEEN -CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2,1996 PAGE 9 OF 9