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Home My WebLink About1995-10-17 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING October 17,1995 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on October 17,1995,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 Durbala gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Richmond led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Coleman Vice Mayor Richmond Councilmember Barker Councilmember Durbala Councilmember Hagner Councilmember Hendricks Councilmember Surra Staff Present: Others Present: City Manager Curtis Shook Asst.City Manager George Hoffman City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Engineer Gordon Grandy Public Works Director Doug Dobson Development Services Director Larry Harmer Planning Manager Jim Nakagawa Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Bell Richard A.Reed,5883 E.Eastridge,Apache Junction Garold Cunning,Box 5398,Apache Junction Duane Pruett,515 W.Roundup,Apache Junction David Ranney,3243 N.Val Vista Rd.,Apache Junction Anne Coe,5776 E.Forest,Apache Junction Tony Vehon,288 N.Ironwood,Apache Junction ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED; THAT THE BID FOR ANNUAL GRANITE BE AWARDED TO TREASURE CHEST GRANITE PIT FOR THE FOLLOWING PRICES PER TON: 1/4"Minus Spanish Gold at $2.75/ton 1/2°Minus Spanish Gold at $5.75/ton 3/4"Minus spanish Gold at $5.25/ton 1/4"Minus Desert Rose at $3.75/ton 1/2"Minus Desert Rose at $5.75/ton 3/4"Minus Desert Rose at $5.25/ton AND WE RECOGNIZE THE OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY BY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF FOR THEIR WORK WITH THE SCHOOL DISTRICT ON THE INTERNET PROJECT; Vice Mayor Richmond seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS None. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Mr.Richard Reed addressed the Council to commend everyone who brought Judge Harris to the community.He and his wife find Judge Harris to be an outstanding person and Judge,who has faced much adversity with dignity. Mr.Garold Cunning complimented Judge Harris for her service to the community. He hoped that she would remain Judge here for a long time. Mr.Duane Pruett spoke in support of Judge Harris,and agreed with Mr. Cunning's statement. Mr.David Ranney and his wife said they were recent crime victims.They were treated with dignity and respect by Judge Harris.They support her fully. Ms.Anne Coe spoke regarding the study for the Superstition Corridor.She is in favor of careful planning to keep it beautiful.She represents the Superstition Area Land Trust. Mr.Tony Vehon presented an update on the sewer start-up November 1.They have a contractor who will do the basic changeover complete for a flat $1500 fee.He described where the service will begin and billing procedures.The plans to proceed are on schedule. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 2 OF 8 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT No report at this time. PUBLIC HEARINGS LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR MEGA FOODS STORES ) )Application from Mega Foods Stores,Inc.was presented by City Clerk Kathy Connelly. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no one wishing to speak on this item,he closed the hearing. Vice Mayor Richmond MOVED THAT APPLICATION FOR A PERSON TRANSFER,SERIES 9,LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED FOR MEGA FOODS,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL.Councilperson Hagner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR SOUTHWEST PROFESSIONAL RODEO ASSOCIATION) ) City Clerk Kathy Connelly presented the Special Event Application from Southwest Professional Rodeo Association.Gary Mulholland represented the applicant and spoke of the various benefits to the City from this event. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no comments from the public,he declared the hearing closed. Councilmember Durbala MOVED THAT APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SOUTHWEST PROFESSIONAL RODEO ASSOCIATION FOR THE YEAR-END FINALS TO BE HELD ON JANUARY 20 AND 21,1996,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilmember Surra seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. LIQUOR LICENSE FOR 4 SONS FOOD STORE ) )Liquor license,Series 10,for 4 -Sons Food Store was presented by City Clerk Kathy Connelly. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 3 OF 8 Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no one wishing to speak on this item,he closed the hearing. Vice Mayor Richmond MOVED THAT APPLICATION FOR A NEW LIQUOR LICENSE SERIES 10 FOR FOUR SONS FOOD STORE BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE AZ DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL.Seconded by Councilmember Hendricks. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR COBB'S COUNTRY RESTAURANT) Application for a Person Transfer Liquor License,Series 6,for Cobb's Country Restaurant was presented by City Clerk Kathleen Connelly. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no one wishing to speak on this item,Mayor Coleman closed the hearing. Vice Mayor Richmond MOVED THAT APPLICATION FOR A PERSON TRANSFER SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR COBB'S COUNTRY RESTAURANT BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE AZ DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilmember Magner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO.95-26,PA-1-95,PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENT REQUEST BY ROBERT AND BARBARA JONES ) Mayor Coleman called upon Planning Manager Jim Nakagawa to present proposed Resolution No.95-26,PA -1-95,PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENT REQUEST BY ROBERT AND BARBARA JONES.Mr.Nakagawa briefed the Council on this item to include five possible options.Councilmembers indicated that they were not satisfied that any of the options suited their intent and offered another option that would not be so vague. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 4 OF 8 City Clerk Kathy Connelly suggested that the Council provide direction and that the proposal be postponed until the next meeting to give the City Attorney more time to review the amendment. Councilperson Durbala MADE A MOTION THAT THIS PROPOSAL BE TURNED BACK TO CITY STAFF TO LOOK AT THE OPTIONS BASED UPON THE COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND RETURN A DRAFT RESOLUTION FOR THE NEXT MEETING. Seconded by Councilmember Barker. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. CONSIDERATION OF MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (MAG)CONFORMITY ANALYSIS ) City Engineer Gordon Grandy spoke on the proposal for MAG conformity analysis of air quality.The possibility of the City of Apache Junction being separate from NAG was discussed.Current actions toward dust control were also discussed and that Pinal County is collecting data on air quality. Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE ACTIONS TAKEN BY NAG'S REGIONAL COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 27,1995. Councilmember Surra seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. RESOLUTION 95-28,RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT TO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CORPORATE SIGNAGE AT FREEWAY EXITS City Engineer Gordon Grandy spoke concerning Resolution 95-28,resolution of support allowing commercial corporate signage at freeway exits. Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT RESOLUTION 95-28 TO SUPPORT ALLOWING COMMERCIAL CORPORATE SIGNAGE AT FREEWAY EXITS BE APPROVED. Councilmember Surra seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING PROJECT NO.ENG 95-05,INSTALLATION OF DOUBLE BOX CULVERT ON SAGUARO DRIVE ) REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 5 OF 8 ) City Engineer Gordon Grandy spoke concerning Project No.ENG 95-05,installation of double box culvert on Saguaro Drive. Councilmember Surra inquired about comparative costs of the culvert and a two lane paved highway.Mr.Grandy indicated that specific data was not available. Mayor Coleman called for motion. Councilmember Barker MOVED TO AWARD PROJECT ENG 95-05 INSTALLATION OF A DOUBLE BOX CULVERT ON SAGUARO DRIVE,TO HUNTER CONTRACTING FOR THEIR BID OF $26,040.PLUS 10% TO COVER UNFORSEEN CHANGES. Vice Mayor Richmond seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED LEGISLATION OR ACTIONS CODE COMPLIANCE CODES Development Services Director Larry Harmer requested staff direction to prepare appropriate amendments of the City Code, Zoning Ordinance,etc.for the new Code Compliance Manual. Council agreed that it was well done. Councilmember Surra MOVED THAT THEY DIRECT STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE APPROPRIATE CITY CODE AMENDMENTS THAT WILL HELP SOLIDIFY THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION'S CODE COMPLIANCE EFFORTS. Councilmember Hagner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. SUPERSTITION FREEWAY CORRIDOR STUDY ) ) Development Services Director Larry Harmer mentioned the October 2 Work Session at which goals were discussed, with one being the management and planning of the corridor along the freeway. It was agreed to look at the General Plan to either affirm or look at adjustments or alternatives to future development along that area.The County,which has some jurisdiction in this area,agrees and is in full support of this effort.This direction is for staff to go ahead and proceed REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 6 OF 8 with that analysis of the existing planning documents and through the Planning Commission,to return it to the City Council. Councilmember Barker applauded the Superstition Land Trust's offer and that it is one that we should take advantage of in doing the study and recommendations. Councilmember Durbala MOVED TO DIRECT STAFF IN THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO REVIEW,EVALUATE AND MAKE SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ALONG WHAT IS COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE SUPERSTITION FREEWAY CORRIDOR.Vice Mayor Richmond seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS,AND PURPOSES Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.BE HELD ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6,1995,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,NOVEMBER 7,1995, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM.Councilmember Surra seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Councilmember Surra informed the Council that this past Saturday,our city was represented in a special Mayors'Bowl-a-Thon which took place in Phoenix,to benefit the Sister Cities.The corporate sponsors for the City were Peacock,Hislop,Staley & Givens.She represented Mayor Coleman,who had another engagement.Glendale was the winning team.She highly recommends future participation. Mayor Coleman announced his participation in the Mayor's Cup Hot Air Balloon Race on November 4 and 5 in Scottsdale. ADJOURNMENT meeting at 8:12 p.m. Consent Agenda Items are as follows: REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 7 OF 8 Mayor Coleman adjourned the 1.Acceptance of agenda. 2.Acceptance of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 3,1995. 3.Approval of Award of Bid for granite and rock landscape materials. 4.Recognition of Outstanding Service by City employee to the Community. ACCEPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS ATTEST: NOVFMRFR ,1995,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY JUNCTION,ARIZONA. 8TH DAY OF NOVEMBER KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk DOUGLAS Mayor CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CERTIFICATION LEMAN ,1995. 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 October,1995.I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this 26th day of October,1995. 4 / / -LYHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL October 17,1995 PAGE 8 OF 8