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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-04-18 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING APRIL 18,1989 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on April 18,1989,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bluntschly called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Councilwoman Gardner gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Damiano led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Councilwoman Gardner Councilman Burgess Councilman Cox Councilman Vehon Councilman Connolly Vice Mayor Damiano Mayor Bluntschly Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly Assistant to the City Manager George Hoffman City Attorney David Alexander Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Director of Public Works Rich Broman Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Assistant Planner Julie Reid Others Present:Ms Mary Kay Sinclair "Alcohol and Drug Awareness" Mr.Keith Stachar 1153 N.Holmes Apache Junction,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 1 Ms Jean Perkins 616 N.Cactus Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.David Hinchliffe 2515 S.Mariposa Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Jim Hurst 1065 N.San Marcos Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Jimmy Eidson 944 W.3rd Avenue Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Robert Cimino,Attorney 2881 N.Ironwood Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Dale Howarth 3030 W.9th Avenue Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Bob Feldkirchner 752 S.Cedar Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.LaVerne Wiesner 2900 W.Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Bette Macias 2775 W.Cholla Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Stephen J.Klaus 649 N.Pinal Drive Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Ray Johnson 690 N.Pinyon Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Marguerite Rogers 2780 N.Ohio Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Franklin Lee Weiss 2485 Saratoga Drive Lake Havasu City,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 2 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 -10 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. I FURTHER MOVE THAT THE RESIGNATION OF PAUL DRAKE,SOUTHWEST GAS COMPANY,FROM THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES ACTION TEAM,WITH APPRECIATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED; AND THAT THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS BE MADE TO THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES ACTION TEAM: CHARLES VELASQUEZ IN THE UTILITY SERVICES CATEGORY;ROSS SMITH IN THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CATEGORY;AND JERFF IVERSON IN THE REAL ESTATE CATEGORY: AND THAT RESOLUTION NO.89-09,AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN AMENDMENT TO COMMERCE CDBG CONTRACT #837-87A AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AMENDMENT,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED; AND THAT THE ACTING CITY MANAGER BE GIVEN AUTHORIZATION TO FORMULATE A COMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE RQUEST FOR PROPOSALS THAT WILL BE SUBMITTED FOR THE USE OF THE CENTER FOR THE HANDICAPPED,AND THAT THE ACTING CITY MANAGER BE DIRECTED TO COMPOSE THIS COMMITTEE OF PERSONS WORKING OR TEACHING IN THE HUMAN,HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVIC FIELDS AND THAT NONE OF THE INDIVIDUALS SELECTED TO SERVE ON THIS COMMITTEE MAY BE EMPLOYEES,OFFICERS OR AGENTS OF ANY ENTITY SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL; AND THAT THE BID FOR THE LIBRARY'S ONLINE CATALOG BE AWARDED TO LIBRARY CORPORATION,IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,210.00; AND THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.89-10,IN KEEPING THE INFORMATION SYSTEMS COMMAND AT FORT HUACHUCA,ARIZONA,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED; AND THAT THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS BE ADDED TO THE CITY'S PROJECT LIST AND AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS,THROUGH THE ACTING CITY MANAGER,TO PROCEED WITH SAID PROJECTS: 30.SUPERSTITION AND STARR 31.SCENIC,400'WEST OF STARR 32.SCENIC,350'EAST OF CACTUS 33.SCENIC,500'WEST OF CORTEZ 34.BROADWAY,300'EAST OF WICKIUP 35.SUPERSTITION,350'WEST OF TOMAHAWK 36.CORTEZ AT SECOND AVENUE (APPROVED) 37.SECOND AVENUE,200'WEST OF ROYAL PALM 38.ROYAL PALM,200'WEST OF ROYAL PALM 39.SCENIC,200'WEST OF ROYAL PALM 40.SUPERSTITION,WEST OF TOMAHAWK AND THAT RESOLUTION NO.89-11,SETTING FORTH ITS INTENT TO APPROVE THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF ARIZONA AND THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION FOR LANDSCAPING THAT PORTION OF THE U.S.HIGHWAY 60 MEDIAN BETWEEN REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 3 MERIDIAN DRIVE AND IRONWOOD DRIVE,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED,AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR LANDSCAPING THE MEDIAN ON U.S.HIGHWAY 60 BETWEEN MERIDIAN DRIVE AND IRONWOOD DRIVE; AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PROPOSAL AS PRESENTED BY DONOHUE AND ASSOCITES ENGINEERS FOR A LUMP SUM OF $6,100 TO DESIGN STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON FOOTHILL STREET FROM MERIDIAN DRIVE TO DELAWARE DRIVE,AND ON DELAWARE DRIVE FROM FOOTHILL STREET TO SMOKETREE STREET; AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE,THROUGH FUNDS AVAILABLE IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET AND THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT, SEVEN USED,FULLY EQUIPPED POLICE VEHICLES FROM THE SUN CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT AT A COST OF $7,500.00 EACH. Councilman Cox seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Bluntschly introduced previous councilmember Jean Perkins,and newly elected Councilmembers Sharyn Alger,Robin Barker,and Jimmy Eidson. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read a Proclamation for Youth Week,which is sponsored by Elks Lodge No.2349. Mayor Bluntschly presented a representative of Elks Lodge No.2349 with the Proclamation for Youth Week. Mayor Bluntschly presented newly elected Councilmembers Sharyn Alger,Mary E."Robin"Barker,and Jimmy Eidson with Certificates of Election,with terms to begin in June 1989. Vice Mayor Damiano presented Mayor Bluntschly with a Certificate of Election as Mayor,with a term to begin in June 1989. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Mary Kay Sinclair,sponsoring "Alcohol and Drug Awareness"addressed the Council stating that her organization will be walking from Illinios to Phoenix, REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 4 Arizona,to ask for support in Continued Recovery of Alcoholics,and explained that the organization has centers for recovering alcoholics and drug abusers. Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read a Proclamation for "Continued Recovery"month. Vice Mayor Damiano,822 E.Kachina Avenue,Apache Junction,stepped down from the Council to address the Council and public regarding a "Speak Out"in the Apache Junction Independent.Vice Mayor Damiano explained the misunderstanding of the item which appeared on the April 4th Council agenda calling for a rehearing of the application for liquor license for The Friendly Neighborhood Tavern,and further stated that his integrity and honesty were wrongly questioned. Mr.Keith Stachar,1153 N.Holmes,Apache Junction,addressed the Council regarding Ordinance No.613,requesting an appeal of a particular enforcement of that Ordinance due to circumstances. Ms Jean Perkins,616 N.Cactus,Apache Junction,requested that when looking at the Land Split Ordinance,the Council consider access for the Fire Department and emergency vehicles,and also spoke in opposition to the salary increase for the Council as people think the Council are taking advantage of the passing of Home Rule.Ms Perkins encouraged the Council to listen to the opinions offered by Councilwoman Gardner and Councilman Vehon. Ms Perkins also stated that she has heard Vice Mayor Damiano say that i f he wanted to look at property he would have a city employee provide transportation, so the Council has that option i f they are worried about spending gas money,and Councilmembers are allowed to use City vehicles to go to meetings and turn in expense vouchers for City business. Mr.David Hinchliffe,2515 S.Mariposa,Apache Junction,addressed the Council requesting direction to the City Attorney to reply to the alleged violations that took place during a Pinal County election at polling places located in Apache Junction. Mr.Jim Hurst,1065 N.San Marcos,Apache Junction,owner of Baywood Mobile Home Park,requested that the summons and citation be dropped for a violation of Ordinance No.318,as he believes his wire fence around the Park is "Grandfathered",and further stated that he has a letter from Ilene Taylor who was on the Council when this was originally brought up,giving him permission to keep the fence. Mr.Jimmy Eidson,944 W.3rd Avenue,Apache Junction,vouched for Mr.Hurst, saying that Mr.Hurst is an honest person and requested the Council to assist him. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 5 Mayor Bluntschly explained that as the Acting City Manager is having problems with her voice,there will not be a City Manager's Report this evening. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR PERSON AND LOCATION TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN )Mayor Bluntschly announced that this is a "rehearing"for the Location Transfer of a Series 6 Liquor License, submitted by Dale Helen Howarth for The Friendly Neighborhood Tavern,and called upon the applicant or representative to address the Council. Mr.Robert Cimino,Attorney representing the applicant,Dale Howarth 2881 N.Ironwood,Apache Junction, introduced Ms Howarth who resides 3030 W.9th Avenue,Apache Junction,who has been in the alcohol industry for 10 years,and introduced Mr.Bob Feldkirchner and Mr.Savez,and stated that Mr.Feldkirchner was the owner/operator of KC's Bar and Pizza and has been in the alcohol and entertainment industry for approximately 6 years,and also stated that Ms Howarth's mother,who will manage the proposed establishment has been in the industry in excess of 25 years.Mr. Cimino vouched for all of these individuals personally and professionally,and further that the State did approve the Person Transfer of the Series 6 and have set a hearing for the Location Transfer for May 4th. Mr.Cimino stated that there are three major concerns;parking,noise,and clientel.Mr.Cimino explained that a portion of the bar space has been changed to office space to accomodate the concern expressed by Councilman Burgess,that there will be less transient clientel than there was with the Circle K,and also less traffic which will result in less noise.Mr.Cimino also stated that Mr.Feldkirchner,the "financier"of the endeavor,has a made an attempt to purchase the lot to the south for additional parking,and also explained that the purpose of this business is to provide good food,music and dancing,and drinking i f the clientel desires. Councilman Burgess stated that there is not enough parking,and this would be in total disregard for the neighborhood. Mr.Cimino replied that the bar space has been limited to provide adequate capacity for parking. Councilman Vehon asked i f the applicant has checked the deed restrictions on that lot. Mr.Cimino stated that the applicant has already invested approximately $25,000 in this project,and that the deed restrictions have not been checked into as yet. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 6 Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel stated that the deed restrictions do not allow for parking for this purpose. Mr.Cimino stated that this is a moot point,as there is sufficient parking with the present building design. Councilman Cox asked Mr.Cimino i f a fire hydrant would be installed,as i t would be required by State Law. Mr.Cimino replied that this issue is not to address State requirements,but only concerns Code and Liquor License requirements,and that this present design has been approved by the City. Councilman Cox again stated that a fire hydrant is required and is a consideration. sure i f one was planned at this time. his concern. Councilman Cox's only concern? i t was one of his concerns. Mr.Cimino indicated that he wasn't Councilman Cox stated that this was Mr.Cimino asked i f this was Councilman Cox replied that no,but There being no further questions from the Council,Mayor Bluntschly opened the hearing to the public. Mr.LaVerne Wiesner,2900 W. Superstition Blvd.,Apache Junction,representing the owner of Silverado Estates,spoke in opposition to the application,expressing concern with additional noise,traffic,and transients in this residential area,and that this would depreciate the value of his investment in excess of $3,000,000,and pursuade residents of Silverado Estates to move. Ms Bette Macias,2775 W.Cholla, Apache Junction,asked that the Council recommend denial of the Liquor License at this location,as many of the residents in the area are widows who may find i t difficult to protect their property with this type of clientele,and also due to increased traffic and noise. Mr.Stephen J.Klaus,649 N.Pinal Drive,Apache Junction,stated that he and his wife agreed with Ms Macias,and had nothing else to add. Mr.Ray Johnson,690 N.Pinyon Drive,Apache Junction,stated that i t was a relief when the Circle K moved and REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 7 didn't think that the proposed establishment would benefit the neighborhood as this is primarily a residential area. Ms Marguerite Rogers,2780 N.Ohio Street,Apache Junction,spoke in opposition to the proposed Liquor License,as there is not sufficient parking for this type of business,and the patrons would have to park along Superstition Boulevard which would cause a traffic problem. Mayor Bluntschly asked i f the remaining persons wishing to speak have any additional information in opposition to the Liquor License application? The following opposers indicated they agreed with those that had already spoken,but had nothing to add: Kathryn Earp,2900 W.Superstition Blvd.#80,Apache Junction Betty Roby,2760 W.Ohio Street,Apache Junction Jean C.Klaus,647 N.Pinal Drive,Apache Junction Walter Hermes,642 .Pinal Drive,Apache Junction Mayor Bluntschly asked all those opposing to stand,and observed for the record that there were approximately 30 -35 people standing. Mayor Bluntschly asked the applicant and representative i f there was any rebuttal. Mr.Cimino replied that there was no rebuttal. Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was anyone else who wished to speak in favor of the application.There being no one else wishing to address the Council,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A PERSON AND LOCATION TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE, SUBMITTED BY MS DALE HOWARTH FOR THE FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN,BE RECOMMENDED FOR DENIAL FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: 1.INCONSISTENCIES BETWEEN THE INFORMATION SUPPLIED TO THE CITY ON THE BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION SHOWING ROBERT FELDKIRCHNER AS THE OWNER AND THE INFORMATION SUPPLIED TO THE STATE ON THE LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION SHOWING DALE HELEN HOWARTH AS OWNER. 2.BASED ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION,THE MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENT OF THE CITY FOR THIS TYPE OF USE HAS NOT BEEN MET. 3.THE LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION (PAGE 8)SHOWS THE APPLICANT'S (HOWARTH'S) MAILING ADDRESS 752 S.CEDAR WHICH IS THE SAME ADDRESS SHOWN ON THE BUILDING PERMIT AS ROBERT FELDKIRCHNER'S ADDRESS. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 8 4.THERE HAS BEEN NO SUBSTANTIVE WORK DONE ON THE PROJECT AS PROPOSED IN THEIR APPLICATION FOR A CITY BUILDING PERMIT.THE PERMIT,WHICH WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 19,1989,WILL NOT BE RENEWED BY THE CITY UNTIL THE QUESTION OF OWNERSHIP IS RESOLVED DUE TO THE PROVISIONS OF (a)A.R.S.32-1169 WHICH STIPULATES THAT THE APPLICANT IS A CURRENTLY LICENSED CONTRACTOR;(b)A.R.S. 32-1121 WHICH STIPULATES THAT ONLY THE TRUE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY CAN MAKE IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT BEING LICENSED THEMSELF;AND (c)A.R.S.32-1151 WHICH STIPULATES THAT IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR A PERSON TO ACT OR OFFER TO ACT AS A CONTRACTOR UNLESS THEY HAVE A LICENSE IN GOOD STANDING OR ARE EXEMPT UNDER A.R.S.TITLE 32. 5.THAT THE PROPOSED USE OF THIS LOCATION AS A TAVERN WOULD BE INCONSISTENT WITH THE RESIDENTIAL CHARACTER OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD. 6.THAT THE TRAFFIC AND TRANSIENT TYPE BUSINESS WOULD HAVE AN ADVERSE IMPACT UPON THE RESIDENTS OF THE AREA. 7.AND THAT THE NOISE AND HOURS OF OPERATION ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH A USE WOULD BE DETRIMENTAL TO THE PEACE OF THE RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD. Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Mayor Bluntschly recessed the meeting at 8:00 p.m. Mayor Bluntschly reconvened the meeting at 8:10 p.m. APPLICATION FOR SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE,FLASH STOP FOOD AND FUEL ) )Mayor Bluntschly called on the application to address the Council. Mr.Franklin Lee Weiss,2485 Saratoga Drive,Lake Havasu City,Arizona,stated that he has a store in Lake Havasu City and would like to open one in Apache Junction,and requested approval of the Liquor License. Vice Mayor Damiano commented that there was a problem during construction with cardboard blowing across the street into the park. Mr.Weiss replied that that problem was taken care of. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 9 Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the application. There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public. Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY MR.FRANKLIN LEE WEISS FOR FLASH STOP FOOD AND FUEL,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.670 AMENDMENT TO THE APACHE JUNCTION POLICE POLICIES OPERATION OF DEPARTMENTAL VEHICLES )Mayor Bluntschly called upon Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel to brief the Council. Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel explained that this ordinance is for a policy change in the vehicle pursuit procedures since the current policies are out of date and lacking in details. Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the ordinance.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Connolly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.670 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY,AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.670,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,REPEALING REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 10 SECTIONS 5.73 A.,B.,C.,;5.76,5.77,5.79,5.80,5.82,5.83 AND 5.84;VEHICLE OPERATIONS,OF THE APACHE JUNCTION POLICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES,AND ALLOWING FOR GENERAL ORDER NO.6.31,OPERATION OF DEPARTMENTAL VEHICLES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Connolly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.670,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner asked i f this means that any changes may be made in the Vehicle Operations portion of the General Order without bringing i t back to the Council. Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel explained that the State and other entities frequently make changes that are appropriate for the City of Apache Junction also,and i t makes i t easier to change the General Order,rather than have to accomplish the change by Ordinance every time. Councilwoman Gardner asked City Attorney David Alexander i f he would be reviewing the pursuit policies since they would no longer be coming before the Council. City Attorney David Alexander replied that he does review other city policies and would be doing the same for these. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.671,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,MAYOR AND COUNCIL SALARIES )Mayor Bluntschly called upon Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly to brief the Council. Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that staff was given direction at the last council meeting to prepare a change in council salaries with the Mayor's salary being $600 per month and the Council $400 per month,and that the time of implementation has been staggered to aliminate the potential for a conflict of interest. Councilman Burgess explained that he had asked that this Ordinance be drafted as Council salaries are presently extremely low,and the position of Councilmember can be very demanding with the frequent meetings. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 11 Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.671,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.671,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 2 MAYOR AND COUNCIL,ARTICLE 2-1 COUNCIL, SECTION 2-1-8 SALARIES;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.671,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT: THAT EFFECTIVE JULY 1,1989,THE POSITION OF VICE MAYOR BE PAID $500.00 PER MONTH. Councilman Cox seconded the motion. Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was any Council discussion. Councilwoman Gardner stated that since there is a Classification Study in process,i t would be better to wait until that is done and consideration of full-time employee changes made,before considering increases in Council salaries,and added that Councilmembers do have the benefit of submitting expense vouchers for reimbursement of any expenses incurred while conducting City business,and also with the Home Rule just being passed i t doesn't look good to increase council salaries. Councilman Vehon pointed out that the timing is not good,as the Home Rule Option was just passed by the voters, and stated that he is not against an increase in Council salaries,but at a later date. Vice Mayor Damiano commented that the employee's responsibilities and duties do not compare to a councilmembers, as the Council has to make legislative decisions with an extreme work load,and also that this salary increase will not affect those old members of the Council, but the new members only.Vice Mayor Damiano also pointed out that when REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 12 attending a meeting for the City,a Councilmember is presenting the image of the City,and that $200 per month is not enough. Councilman Cox pointed out that at the present rate of pay,the Councilmembers are paid .40t per hour,and with the increased will be paid .80t per hour,and the hours worked are much greater than four meetings per month. Councilman Burgess stated that this increase in salary is necessary,and that he has never turned in expense vouchers or used the City car. Councilman Connolly stated that the pay rate is extremely low for the hours of work involved,and that this increase should be approved. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Connolly,Councilman Burgess,Councilman Cox, Vice Mayor Damiano Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilman Vehon Abstained:Mayor Bluntschly The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED CITY LEGISLATION OR ACTION: DIRECTION TO BEGIN NEGOTIATIONS WITH PINAL COUNTY FOR HEALTH SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1989-90 Councilman Vehon asked i f i t has been considered having the City provide it's own health services. City Attorney David Alexander explained that the City could do that,but the personnel and office space would cost more than the City is prepared to afford at this time. Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT DIRECTION BE GIVEN TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND ACTING CITY MANAGER TO BEGIN REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 13 NEGOTIATIONS WITH PINAL COUNTY FOR HEALTH SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY TH EPINAL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT WITHIN THE CORPORATE CITY LIMITS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1989-90. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING CITY PARTICIPATION AND ROLE IN WEEKES WASH FLOOD RETARDING STRUCTURE Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT DIRECTION BE GIVEN STAFF REGARDING CITY PARTICIPATION AND ROLE IN WEEKES WASH FLOOD RETARDING STRUCTURE AS FOLLOWS: THAT THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR,CITY ATTORNEY GET TOGETHER WITH THE PINAL COUNTY ATTORNEY AND BRAD GAIR AND SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE COUNTY SUPERVISORS. Councilman Cox seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS AND PURPOSES: EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, MAY 1,1989 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, MAY 2,1989 )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.,ON MAY 1, 1989,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,ON MAY 2, 1989,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 14 INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Gardner reported on how many animals have been through the Animal Control Department in the last month,including "hens". Vice Mayor Damiano asked i f they were "laying hens". Councilwoman Gardner replied that she didn't know. Vice Mayor Damiano asked who ate the hens? Councilwoman Gardner replied that she didn't know,but someone did. ADJOURNMENT )There being no further business to discuss,Mayor Bluntschly adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Resignation and Appointments to Economic Opportunities Action Team *3.Proposed Resolution No.89-09,Time Extension for Construction of the Center for the Handicapped *4.Establishment of a Committee to Review Proposals for the Use of the Center for the Handicapped and Schedule of the RFP Process *5.Award of Bid for the Library's Online Catalog *6.Proposed Resolution No.89-10,Supporting the City of Sierra Vista in Keeping the Information Systems Command at For Huachuca,Arizona *7.Street Improvements Status and New Projects *8.U.S.60 Landscaping (Meridian to Ironwood) *9.Street Improvements:Foothill,Meridian to Delaware,Delaware,Smoketree to Foothill ACCEPTED THIS 2ND DAY OF MAY ,1989,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 4TH DAY OF MAY ,1989. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 15 KEMETH BLUNTSCHLY Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 18,1989 PAGE 16