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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-12-05 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 5, 1995 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona, was held on December 5, 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 7:05 p.m. INVOCATION Mayor Coleman gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Hagner led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present:Mayor Coleman Vice Mayor Richmond Councilmember Barker Councilmember Durbala Councilmember Hagner Councilmember Surra Councilmember Hendricks Staff Present: Others Present: City Manager Curtis Shook Assistant City Manager George Hoffman City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney Glenn Gimbut Public Safety Director Robert Galloway City Engineer Gordon Grandy Parks & Rec. Director Jeff Bell Public Works Director Doug Dobson Development Services Director Larry Harmer Planning Manager Jim Nakagawa Mike Alltop, 1059 South Hilton Road, Apache Junction Carol Urich, 201 East Southern #39, Apache Junction REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 1 OF 10 Robert Parks, 790 West Southern Avenue, Apache Junction Laura Dean, 580 West 23rd Avenue, Apache Junction Maurice Metzger, 1575 South Palo Verde, Apache Junction ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA ) Councilmember Barker MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS NOS. 1-5 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED AND ITEM NO. 10 ON THE REGULAR AGENDA BE DELETED. Councilmember Surra SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Coleman stated that the Council would like to meet the individuals who have filled out Talent Bank Applications to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Economic Development Commission.He asked Roberts Parks to address the Council and state his background. Robert Parks, 790 West Southern Avenue, Apache Junction, stated that he is retired from the military and is currently employed at Apache Junction Nursing Home as a dietary manager.He stated his activities within the community and his outlook for the City's growth. Mayor Coleman asked if any Councilmembers had any questions for Mr. Parks. Councilmember Surra asked Mr. Parks what his visions were for the growth of Apache Junction. Mr. Parks stated that the City has quite a potential for growth when looking at the new medical developments and housing developments in Apache Junction. Mayor Coleman asked if any other Councilmembers had any questions for Mr. Parks.No one responded.He asked Laura Dean to address the Council and state her background. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 2 OF 10 Ms. Laura Dean, 580 West 23rd Avenue, Apache Junction, stated that she has lived in and around Apache Junction for 20 years and works for the County Assessor's Office.She stated her activities within the community and her outlook for the City's growth. Mayor Coleman asked if any Councilmembers had any questions for Ms. Dean. Councilmember Hagner stated that she personally knows Ms. Dean and stated that Ms.Dean would be a real asset to the Economic Development Board. Mayor Coleman asked Maurice Metzger to address the Council and state his background. Mr. Maurice Metzger, 1575 South Palo Verde, Apache Junction, stated that he has been a resident of Apache Junction since 1984 as a winter visitor and a permanent resident since 1987.He gave the Council a copy of his resume and went over his qualifications with the Council.He stated his service in the past as a Councilmember and a member of the Chamber of Commerce in North Dakota.He informed the Council of his outlook for the City's growth. Mayor Coleman asked if any Councilmembers had any questions for Mr. Metzger. Councilmember Surra stated that she asked Mr. Metzger to fill out an application because she feels that he would be an asset to the City because he has a very positive attitude towards growth and economic development. Mr. Metzger stated that he would enjoy serving on the Economic Development Commission. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Mr. Mike Alltop, 1059 South Hilton Road, Apache Junction, stated that he has worked with Staff under the direction of the City Council regarding the new animal control ordinance.He stated that he would like the public forums regarding the animal control ordinance to start after the first of the year and not before. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Curtis Shook reported to the Council that during the holidays, the Library will start a program for the needy by having a "Food for Fines" Program.He explained the program to the Council. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 3 OF 10 Mr. Shook reported that the Main held on December 1, 1995 and Council that on December 8, Department and the Library will everyone is invited. Street Christmas Tree Lighting was was a success.He informed the 1995 the Parks and Recreation have their Christmas programs and Mr. Shook stated that the Staff is actively seeking to set new neighborhood meeting dates and asked that neighborhood associations or members of the public contact the Staff so that scheduling of meetings can occur. He informed the Council that in the future the Water Utility Capital Community Facilities District meetings will be held on nights that are scheduled for Council meetings.He informed the public that the Water Utility Office is now located on 575 East Baseline Road.He stated that the NCC hearings regarding the transfer of the license will be held either December 19, 1995 or January 10, 1996. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIOUOR LICENSE ) City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that this matter is a routine request for a special event liquor license.She stated that the applicant is the Pueblo Homeowner's Association, and they intend to have a special event fund-raiser that will be held on March 9,1996, at 201 East Southern Avenue, Apache Junction.She informed the Council that Carol Urich has requested to speak on the matter. Carol Urich,201 East Southern -.Avenue #39, Apache Junction, stated that the special event fund-raiser that will benefit the Pueblo Homeowner's Association will not be open to the public and tickets will only be sold to residents of the Pueblo Resort and the Superstition Mountain Resort.She asked the Council to recommend approval for the special event liquor license. Mayor Coleman opened the public hearing.There being no one wishing to speak, he closed the public hearing.He asked if the Councilmembers had any discussion or questions.No one responded so he called for a motion. Vice Mayor Richmond MOVED THAT AN APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY THE PUEBLO HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION FOR A FUND-RAISER TO BE HELD ON MARCH 9, 1996 BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5 /1995 PAGE 4 OF 10 Councilmember Hendricks SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS DISCUSSION OF URBAN LAKES ) City Manager Curtis Shook stated that the Council in August had requested the Staff to do an analysis of all the factors, such as cost, location, funding, and water supply, involved with the development and maintenance of urban lakes.He commented that the analysis is not complete yet but only an update.He stated that the Parks & Recreation Director, Jeff Bell, would address the Council on this matter. Parks & Recreation Director Jeff Bell informed the Council of the various methods the Staff took in receiving information about the development and operation of urban lakes.He informed the Council of the estimated cost and yearly maintenance cost that would be required to develop a lake and that the Staff feels that the most suitable site for a lake would be Prospector Park. Mayor Coleman asked if any Councilmembers had any questions or comments for Mr. Bell. Councilmember Surra stated that the report stated that the cities that currently have urban lakes have noted favorable impacts that the lakes have had on community life and leisure activities.She asked Mr. Bell if the City could balance the dollar concerns against the quality of life desired in Apache Junction. Mr. Bell stated that the cities with urban lakes have stated that the lakes are the most popular activity within a particular park setting. Councilmember Barker asked if the Staff would update this information since it could change due to the acquisition of the water system and requested that urban lakes be added to the City's Plan so that the City could be qualified for funding. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 5 OF 10 Mr. Shook stated that the Staff would like to include urban lakes as part of the Park and part of the Grants Program.He informed the Council that in order to do that, the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan would need to be revised in order to receive grants.He stated that there is still some information that is needed in order to complete the final analysis. Councilmember Hagner asked Mr. Bell if the location of the lake could be located in the southern region of Apache Junction where there is currently a golf course. Mr. Bell stated that his report only included City -controlled properties,but the cost of purchasing land could be an issue to look into.He stated that the Parks and Recreation Commission is scheduled for a regular meeting to be held on January 22, 1996. Mayor Coleman asked if the Councilmembers had any questions or comments. Councilmember Durbala stated that all his questions were answered. PRESENTATION AND UPDATE ON PROGRESS OF ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCES COMMITTEE ) City Manager Curtis Shook stated that the Public Safety Director, Robert Galloway, would give the Council an update of the progress of the Animal Control Ordinances Committee. Public Safety Director Robert Galloway stated that the Committee was formed in February of 1995 at the request of Council and that the first meeting was held on May 18, 1995, and the Committee has had 12 subsequent meetings thus far.He stated that there are 23 members on the Committee including some City employees and members of the public.He noted that the attendance of the meetings are in the range of 14 to 17 members present.He gave the Council a slide presentation concerning the overall update of the progress of the Committee. Councilmember Hendricks asked Chief Galloway how many meetings it took to agree on the definition of an animal. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 6 OF 10 Chief Galloway stated that two meetings were needed to determine the definition of an animal.He continued his slide presentation concerning a value statement, ground rules,and 13 issues.He stated that currently the Committee has developed 10 recommendations, but the Committee would like more input from the public; therefore, the Committee would .like two public meetings to be held where the public is invited. ,He stated that the next scheduled meeting for the Commission is on January 11, 1996 and he is not sure if the final recommendations will be completed at that time. Mayor Coleman asked if any Councilmembers had any questions or comments for Chief Galloway. Councilmember Durbala asked if there was an item in the ordinance regarding a scooper law enforcing people to pick up after their pets. Chief Galloway stated that that issue would be addressed at the January 11, 1996 meeting, and there could be an ordinance developed. NEW BUSINESS None. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED LEGISLATION OR ACTIONS None. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES, TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND PURPOSES EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING -PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF CITY MANAGER) Mayor Coleman asked the Councilmembers what date they would like to conduct the performance evaluation of Mr. Shook. Councilmember Surra stated that she would like the executive session to be held as close to Mr. Shook's 6 -month anniversary as possible. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that that date would be shortly after the first of the year. Councilmember Surra stated that she would like the executive session to be held on January 16, 1996. Mayor Coleman stated that that was the only meeting scheduled for January. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 7 OF 10 There was further discussion amongst the Council regarding the date for the executive session. CouncilmemberHendricksstatedthat he would be out of town on January 16, 1996. Councilmember Surra MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF THE CITY MANAGER BE HELD ON JANUARY 9, 1996 AT 6:00 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. Councilmember Barker SECONDED THE MOTION. Mayor Coleman asked for a roll call vote. VOTE:Unanimous. The motion carried. 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, DECEMBER 18, 1995, IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AND THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS RESPECTIVELY;AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1995 AT 6:00 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM. Councilmember Surra SECONDED THE MOTION. VOTE:In Favor:Councilmember Barker, Councilmember Surra, Councilmember Hagner, Councilmember Durbala, Vice Mayor Richmond, Mayor Coleman. Opposed:Councilmember Hendricks. The motion carried 6-1. INFORMATION AND REPORTS None. ADJOURNMENT at 7:51 p.m. ) Mayor Coleman adjourned the meeting REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 8 OF 10 Consent Agenda Items are as follows: 1.Acceptance of agenda. 2.Acceptance of Minutes of Special Meeting of November 1, 1995. 3.Acceptance of Minutes of Regular Meeting of November 7, 1995. 4.Authorization of Purchase of two vehicles for Parks and Recreation services.(Funding was allocated in the FY 1995-96 budget.) 5.Approval of Award of Bids for PW 95-09, Vibratory Asphalt Roller, and PW 95-10, Public Works Building Addition. ACCEPTED THIS 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER , 1995, BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 20TH DAY OF DECEMBER , 1995. ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 9 OF 10 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 5th day of December, 1995.I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this ,6?X day of /21,,uN-1,7,4e-1 , 1995. KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 1995 PAGE 10 OF 10