HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-11-07 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 7,1989
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction,
Arizona,was held on November 7,1989,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 7:02 p.m.
INVOCATION
Councilman Eidson gave the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Damiano led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present:
Staff Present:
Others Present:
Councilman Vehon
Councilwoman Barker
Councilman Cox
Councilman Eidson
Councilwoman Alger
Vice Mayor Damiano
Mayor Bluntschly
Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly
City Attorney David Alexander
Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski
Director of Public Works Rich Broman
Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel
Assistant to the City Manager George Hoffman
Director of Community Services Jeff Bell
Assistant Planner Rudy Esquivas
Associate Planner/Deputy Director Jim Nakagawa
Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph
Controller Keith Lewis
Operations Supervisor Doug Dobson
Ms Sandie Smith
3575 N.Prospector Rd.
Apache Junction,Arizona
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Mr.Charles Modde
1930 W.Apache Trail
Apache Junction,Arizona
Mr.Dennis McCuen
1520 W.Tepee
Apache Junction,Arizona
Ms Ellen Durkin
5435 E.12th Avenue
Apache Junction,Arizona
Mr.Mike Sleeseman
1863 S.Buena Vista
Apache Junction,Arizona
Father Charles Maloney
300 E.16th Avenue
Apache Junction,Arizona
Mr.Tom Leigh
460 N.Boyd
Apache Junction,Arizona
Ms Rosemarie Doth
6260 E.12th Avenue
Apache Junction,Arizona
Ms Ilene Taylor
1617 S.Cortez
Apache Junction,Arizona
Mr.Gary Higgins
100 W.Highway 60
Apache Junction,Arizona
Mr.Lou Schaeffer
3636 N.Central
Phoenix,AZ
Mr.Dan Powell
Arizona Department of Transportation
ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA
)Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT CONSENT
AGENDA ITEM NOS.1-10 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED,EXCEPT THAT THE REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA BE AMENDED BY MOVING ITEM NOS.16-7 AND 16-8 TO THE FIRST AND SECOND ITEM
AFTER THE CITY MANAGER'S REPORT,AND ALSO MOVE ITEMS 13 AND 14 BEFORE 11 AND 12;
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AND THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ENGINEERING DIVISION,THROUGH THE ACTING
CITY MANAGER,TO COORDINATE WITH SALT RIVER PROJECT (OR CITY INSTALLATION)FOR
THE INSTALLATION OF CITY COMPLEX PARKING LOT LIGHTS -POSTPONE THIS ITEM;
AND THAT THE BID FOR THE RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE LITTLE LEAGUE
BASEBALL FIELDS BE AWARDED TO RAY STEVENS PAVING COMPANY,IN THE AMOUNT OF
$115,040.00.
I FURTHER MOVE THAT THE RESIGNATION OF MICHAEL ELLIOT FROM THE BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT,BE ACCEPTED WITH REGRET,AND THAT ERNEST BAKER BE APPOINTED TO FILL
THE VACANCY CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION,SAID TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 30,1992;
AND THAT MR.ROBERT BROWN BE REMOVED FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION,
PURSUANT TO THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,SECTION 11-1-2,AND FURTHER,THAT
THOMAS KELLEY-DEVANEY BE APPOINTED TO THE VACANCY CREATED BY THE REMOVAL,SAID
TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 30,1991;
AND THAT THE AMENDMENT TO THE TAX RATE BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR COUNCIL
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21,1989;
AND THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.89-31,ACKNOWLEDGING THE REQUEST OF THE APACHE
JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT AND ENDORSING THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF ADDITIONAL STATE
LAND LOCATED IN SECTIONS 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9,10,11 AND 13 OF TOWNSHIP ONE
SOUTH,RANGE EIGHT EAST,GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN INTO THE APACHE
JUNCTION FIRE DISTRICT,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED;
AND THAT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A BOARD OF APPEALS AND BOARD OF ABATEMENT OF
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 21,1989;
AND THAT THE FIRM SELECTED FOR BOND COUNSEL BE O'CONNOR CAVANAUGH,AND THAT THE
FIRM SELECTED AS FINANCIAL ADVISORS BE PEACOCK/HISLOP FOR THE SEWER ISSUE BOND
ELECTION SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 30,1990.
Councilman Eidson seconded the
motion.
Councilwoman Alger asked why the
complex parking lot lighting is being postponed?
Vice Mayor Damiano explained that
Councilman Cox and himself looked at the current lighting,and stated that i t is
sufficient,and shouldn't cost this much to improve.
Councilwoman Barker asked Director of
Public Safety Bill McDaniel if,from a health and safety point of view,the
proposal described by Vice Mayor Damiano would be adequate lighting?
Vice Mayor Damiano clarified that
there would be two additional lights at the northeast corner of the parking lot,
and one more facing the Chamber of Commerce parking lot.
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Councilwoman Alger commented that
this means five new lights instead of seven.
Councilman Cox pointed out that this
proposal also eliminates some of the poles by placing two lights on one pole,
which is a large saving.
Councilman Vehon stated that i f the
City is going to do this,i t should be done adequately,and that placing two
lights on one pole would still only shine so far.
Vice Mayor Damiano again outlined the
proposal.
Councilwoman Alger stated that this
lighting situation is important,considering the amount of people using the
facilities,especially the Handicapped Center.Councilwoman Alger added that
all of the lights need to be put in as the expense is not that great in
comparison to the expense should someone be injured.
Vice Mayor Damiano reiterated that
there is ample lighting in those areas.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that as there
seems to be concern on both sides of the issue,this should be postponed to
allow staff time to evaluate Vice Mayor Damiano's proposal.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Cox (except for abstaining on Item No.8),
Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Barker,Vice Mayor Damiano,
Mayor Bluntschly
Opposed:Councilwoman Alger,Councilman Vehon
The motion carried.
Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests
Mayor Bluntschly welcomed everyone to the meeting,acknowledging
representatives from the Chamber of Commerce,School Board,and former
councilmembers.
AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Bluntschly presented Certificates of Attendance for a Risk Management
Workshop,to the following:Director of Community Services Jeff Bell,
Recreation Coordinator Chuck Baker,Dunlop Rosado,Viola Kenney,Operations
Supervisor Doug Dobson,Controller Keith Lewis.
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Mayor Bluntschly called upon the Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski to read
the Proclamation for "Veterans Remembrance Month",and presented i t to a
representative.
Mayor Bluntschly called upon Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski to read the
Proclamation for "Hunger Hurts Week",and presented i t to the representative
from Reach Out Food Bank.
Mayor Bluntschly also explained that Director of Community Services Jeff
Bell is working on a program to help needy families to assist the Salvation
Army,the City,and Reach Out Food Bank particularly during the holiday season.
Councilman Vehon stated that upon attending the Annual Banquet for
Superstition Mountain Mental Health Center,the Health Center awarded the City
with a nice plaque for efforts and assistance.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Mayor Bluntschly explained that as the Swap Meet Regulations agenda item is
not a public hearing,those wishing to speak will address the Council at this
time.
Ms Sandie Smith,3575 N.Prospector Rd.,Apache Junction,also business
owner in Apache Junction,asked that when considering the Park n'Swap agenda
item,would the Council rely heavily upon the Committee recommendation.
Mr.Charles Modde,1930 W.Apache Trail,Apache Junction,addressed the
Council stating that the business license fee for vendors at the flea market is
too much.
Mr.Dennis McCuen,1520 W.Tepee St.,Apache Junction,stated that the City
has not acted fairly and has a set of double standards for the large business
individual.
Ms Ellen Durkin,5435 E.12th Avenue,Apache Junction,Committee member and
vendor,addressed the Council opposing many of the regulations imposed on swap
meet vendors.
Mr.Mike Sleeseman,1863 S.Buena Vista,Apache Junction,Committee member,
stated that the Committee reviewed a broad area of licensing regulations
connected with the swap meet,and further stated that compromises were found but
that some councilmembers apparently do not believe in Committee process.
Father Charles Maloney,300 E.16th Avenue,Apache Junction,representing
St.George's Catholic Church,addressed the Council opposing the requirement for
a hood on the church kitchen dishwasher,and requested that the church be able
to obtain a waiver.
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly reported that November 11th
the local Veterans in conjunction with the City,are sponsoring a parade,
beginning at 10:00 a.m.from Ironwood to Idaho Road,and there will be
ceremonies at approximately 11:00 a.m.,along with an Apache Helicopter on
display in the parking lot.Ms Connelly asked for support and involvement in
the upcoming food drive,and stated that credit should be given Mayor Bluntschly
and Director of Community Services Jeff Bell for working hard and pursuing this
project,and finally,that the City will have a Clean-up Week on December 4th
through December 8th,with different areas scheduled for clean-up at different
times during the week.
7.DIRECTION TO STAFF TO DRAFT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MECHANICAL CODE
PERTAINING TO DISHWASHER HOODS.
Vice Mayor Damiano referred to Father
Maloney's comments,and stated that Councilman Cox and himself have checked with
Pinal County on "hood"requirements for dishwashers,and were told by
Mr.Teegarten that Pinal County has no jurisdiction over dishwashers in non-
commercial kitchens.Vice Mayor Damiano further stated that there should be an
amendment to the Uniform Mechanical Code.
Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT
DIRECTION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM
MECHANICAL CODE REGULATIONS AS FOLLOWS:
INSTILL IN SECTION 2003(a)"A HOOD NOT REQUIRED FOR A LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHER
IN A NON-COMMERCIAL KITCHEN OR ESTABLISHMENT.
Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
Vice Mayor Damiano further commented
that a hood should not be required in this area because of the low dew point,
which encourages condensation.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that i f a
hood is not to be required for low -temperature,non-commercial,this should be
specified in the motion,but i f there are steam tables they may still be
required.
Vice Mayor Damiano stated that in the
Service,he hardly ever saw steam escaping from a steam tables or dishwashers,
so there doesn't seem to be any harm to the public.
Councilwoman Barker asked what would
the motion be with Mayor Bluntschly's remarks?
Vice Mayor Damiano reiterated the
motion as follows:INSTILL IN SECTION 2003(a)"A HOOD NOT REQUIRED FOR A
LOW -TEMPERATURE DISHWASHER IN A NON-COMMERCIAL KITCHEN OR ESTABLISHMENT.
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Councilwoman Alger asked i f i t
wouldn't be easier and faster to do a resolution of waiver based on the Pinal
County Sanitary Code?
City Attorney David Alexander stated
that this is not advised,as i t should apply to everyone,and the Council would
have numerous requests to waive other Code requirements also making the Council
the Building Department,and further,there is no authority on the Council's
part to do something like this.
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
Kathleen Connelly further stated that since the Mechanical Code was adopted by
Ordinance,a change would have to be made by ordinance.
Councilwoman Alger asked what the
ramifications of this change will be?
Mr.Alexander stated that i f
direction is followed,and a steam table is in the kitchen,the same problem
will occur.
Councilman Cox stated that as a
professional chef,he never used a steam table and a dishwasher at the same
time,so there should not be a conflict.
Councilman Vehon expressed concern in
making this change,as even though the kitchen may be non-commercial i t is still
a commercial dishwasher.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Alger,Councilman Cox,Councilman Eidson,
Councilwoman Barker,Vice Mayor Damiano,Mayor Bluntschly
Opposed:Councilman Vehon
The motion carried.
Mayor Bluntschly recessed the meeting.
Mayor Bluntschly reconvened the meeting at 8:13 p.m.
8.SPECIFIC DIRECTION FOR AMENDMENTS TO BUSINESS LICENSE REGULATIONS REGARDING
SWAP MEET VENDORS.
Mayor Bluntschly called on the
Chairman of the Swap Meet Review Committee Councilman Vehon.
Councilman Vehon stated that no
matter what the Council does with these license requirements,i t will probably
not fit everyone.
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Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT THE
ACTING CITY MANAGER BE GIVEN DIRECTION TO PROCEED WITH AN ORDINANCE TO BE
BROUGHT BACK TO THE CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 5,1989,IN ORDER TO AMEND THE
BUSINESS LICENSE REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO SWAP MEET VENDORS,AN POTENTIALLY
OTHER PARTS OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICS:
1.THAT THE DEFINITION PORTION OF THE ORDINANCE BE CHANGED AND THAT A NEW
DEFINITION BE PUT IN FOR THE DEFINITION OF A SWAP MEET CONTRACT VENDOR,
MEANING ANY LICENSED VENDOR WHO HAS CONTRACTED WITH THE SWAP MEET PROPRIETOR
TO LEASE IDENTIFIED SPACES FOR AN ENTIRE SEASON FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A
SALE AT A SWAP MEET,AND THAT AN ADDITIONAL DEFINITION BE PUT IN THAT A SWAP
MEET LICENSE VENDOR IS ANY LICENSED PERSON LOCATED ON THE PREMISES OF A SWAP
MEET FOR THE PURPOSE OF CAUSING A SALE AT A SWAP MEET,AND THAT THIS PERSON
IS NOT A SWAP MEET CONTRACT VENDOR.
3.THAT THE ACTING CITY MANAGER BRING BACK ADDITIONAL CHANGES THAT THEY DEEM
NECESSARY IN ORDER CHANGE THE ORDINANCE REGARDING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF
THE SWAP MEET PROPRIETOR.
4.THAT THE SWAP MEET CONTRACT VENDORS FILE THEIR GROSS SALES REPORTS ON A
MONTHLY BASIS,WITH EACH REPORTING TO OCCUR NO LATER THAN THE SIXTH DAY
FOLLOWING THE END OF EACH MONTH.
5.THAT ALL SWAP MEET LICENSED VENDORS AND OTHERS WHO ARE NOT SWAP MEET
CONTRACT VENDORS FILE THEIR GROSS SALES REPORTS ON A WEEKLY BASIS WITH SUCH
FILING TO OCCUR NO LATER THAN THE TUESDAY FOLLOWING EACH WEEKEND OF SALES NO
LATER THAN 5:00 P.M.
6.THAT THE DAILY SPACE RENTAL FEE BE RAISED FROM THE CURRENT 50(f PER SPACE PER
DAY TO A $1.00 PER SPACE PER DAY,FOR CASUAL AND NON -LICENSED VENDORS ONLY.
7.THAT THE CITY COUNCIL MAKE CHANGES TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTIONS OF THE CITY
CODE REGARDING SPECIAL EVENT LICENSES AND THAT THESE CHANGES BE IM PLEMENTED
PRIOR TO LOST DUTCHMAN DAYS,AND THAT THEY BE A $10.00 FEE FOR THREE
CONSECUTIVE DAYS,NO MORE THAN THREE TIMES PER YEAR.
8.THAT WE DRAFT AN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION HOLDING A
SPECIAL EVENT TO HAVE THE BUSINESSES PARTICIPATING IN THAT SPECIAL EVENT BE
EXEMPT FROM THE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS,AND TO BE USED UNDER THAT NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION.
motion.
profit portion be repeated.
Councilwoman Alger seconded the
Mayor Bluntschly asked that the non-
Councilman Vehon reiterated:THAT
THE BUSINESS LICENSE FEE BE WAIVED FOR THOSE VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN A SPECIAL
EVENT,BEING SPONSORED BY A NON-PROFIT 501(C)ORGANIZATION,AND THAT THOSE
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ORGANIZATION BE REQUIRED INSTEAD,TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION.
Councilwoman Alger amended the
motion THAT FOR A SPECIAL EVENT THAT BENEFITS THE COMMUNITY,SPONSORED BY A
501(C)ORGANIZATION,PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES IN THAT PARTICULAR EVENT,WILL BE
BUSINESS LICENSE FEE EXEMPT,BUT WILL STILL HAVE TO GO THROUGH THE PROCESS BUT
WILL BE FEE EXEMPT.
Councilman Vehon commented that this
is different from the special events not sponsored by a non-profit organization,
where there is a $10.00 fee for three consecutive days,as there may be special
events not sponsored by non-profit organizations.
Councilman Vehon seconded the
amendment.
Councilman Eidson stated that the
weekly sales report going to a monthly is one point of compromise,and there
were many compromises in order to get everyone on the Committee together,even
though his feeling is that the forms are a double standard,and also pointed out
things should be imposed on a whole group not just a portion of a group.
Councilwoman Barker stated that she
appreciates the efforts of the Committee,however,that she has a concern in
dividing weekly and monthly sales reports as i t is inequitable,and also the
City does not have the staff to accomplish a monthly report versus a weekly
report.Councilwoman Barker stated that after observing staff inputting this
information into the computer,she concluded that this change would multiply the
work of this staff person who is also serving the rest of the community,not
only park n'swap,and all of the community should be considered.
Councilman Eidson stated that i f
staff can prove that this form does anything other than put a law on the books,
he would approve of it,but staff has not been able to do this so far.
Councilwoman Alger informed the
Council that staff has become aware that the State has begun audit processes
upon a vendor at park n'swap due to the gross sales reports that the City
supplies them,so this has stopped some of the non-payment of sales tax.
Councilwoman Alger addressed the
vendors,stating that Elaine Sammons took time to go out to park n'swap to hold
meetings to show them how to fill out these forms,so as to begin developing the
process to collect our own sales tax and this is the first step.Councilwoman
Alger also stated that the vendors do not appear to realize the requirements of
a regular business in the community,who have twelve requirements of which only
four are required of park n'swap vendors.
Councilman Vehon stated that this is
not a perfect amendment to the regulations,but i t is a step in trying to
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encourage people to go to park n'swap,and to do business in town,and also may
force the City to look at the current computer system and make changes,as i t
may be kind of antiquated.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that the type
of definition set up for vendors concerns him,as i t seems to be taylored for
the benefit of American Park N'Swap,and may i t cause problems for the City in
the future,and having different types of vendors also is developing a problem
of aligning one group of vendors against another group of vendors.Mayor
Bluntschly also expressed concern with raising the space fee from 50t to $1.00.
VOTE (on the amendment):Unanimous
VOTE (on the motion as amended):Unanimous
The motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.697,INSTALLATION
OF FOUR-WAY STOP AT GOLDFIELD AND
BROADWAY (With the Emergency Clause)
)Director of Public Works Rich Broman
explained that a request was received from the Superintendent of Schools to
install a four-way stop at Goldfield and Broadway,and upon performing a study
i t was concluded that the 85%exceed the 45mph speed limit and also some sight
restrictions exist,all posing a safety hazard to school children.Mr.Broman
stated that the warrants for a four-way stop were not met,but due to
extenuating circumstances,this stop sign is recommended by staff and Pinal
County concurs.
Mayor Bluntschly opened the hearing
to the public,and asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or
in opposition to the ordinance?
Mr.Tom Leigh,460 N.Boyd,Apache
Junction,resident in this area,and stated that due to the down -hill grade i t
is a dangerous intersection.
Ms Rosemarie Doth,6260 E.12th
Avenue,Apache Junction,also addressed the Council in favor of the ordinance,
stating that a four-way stop is necessary,but that a sign notifying people of
the change in traffic signal would also be necessary.
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There being no one else wishing to
address the Council,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public.
Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.697,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY WITH THE EMERGENCY CLAUSE,AND THE
READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED.
Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.697,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ESTABLISHING
LOCATIONS FOR STOP SIGNS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.697,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Mayor Bluntschly asked how soon those
stop signs would be installed.
Mr.Broman replied that i f they are
in stock,one can be installed tomorrow,but the other would have to wait for
Pinal County to install which may be a couple of weeks.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.699,ESTABLISHING
SCHOOL CROSSING AT FOUR PEAKS ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL )
)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.
Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.699,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE
BE WAIVED.
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Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.699,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ESTABLISHING
A SCHOOL CROSSING AT FOUR PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE CITY OF APACHE
JUNCTION,ARIZONA;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES.
Vice Mayor Damiano MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.699,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Councilman 'Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.693,
REORGANIZATION (Postponed Item)
)Acting City Manager/City Clerk
Kathleen Connelly explained that this item has been postponed twice,and i t has
been discussed for about two years,and that this ordinance establishes a City
Engineer Department,and a Department of Development Services with services that
are aimed to assist the public,from rezoning to building an addition to a
house,to bringing in a major development.Ms Connelly stated that
Councilmembers have indicated various changes they wish to be made to the
ordinance as originally written,and that one of those is instead of allocating
the title of Division head for Housing and Grants and Economic Development,that
they be titled as functions or as sections.
Councilman Eidson asked i f i t would
be possible to proceed with the Engineering portion of the ordinance,without
proceeding with the remainder until a City Manager is on board,to allow him to
be part of the reorganization itself?
Ms Connelly replied that this is
possible,however,the application process has been advertised and closed for
the Director of Development Services,and that this would delay the hiring for
that position,which is imposing a burden on staff currently doing a multitude
of duties as well as several hundred dollars in advertising already spent.
Councilman Eidson suggested hiring a
City Engineer under the present system,and than after a City Manager is hired
proceed with the reorganization.
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Ms Connelly explained that this
position was advertised as a department head position,which essentially voids
the recruitment process which was based upon council direction.
Vice Mayor Damiano asked how can this
position have been advertised,when a department does not yet exist?
Ms Connelly replied that because the
Council gave direction to do so.
Vice Mayor Damiano replied that he
doesn't recall doing that.
Councilman Vehon stated that the only
major change the staff has not responded to was the suggestion by Councilwoman
Alger,on changing the way rezoning and ordinance changes is currently being
done.
Assistant to the City Manager George
Hoffman stated that the proposal was to place rezoning process under the
jurisdiction of the Zoning Administrator,and that this decision should be left
up to the City Manager after that person is hired,as this is an administrative
decision.Mr.Hoffman added that these particulars could be left out of the
ordinance,with all of those administrative decisions to be made by the City
Manager later,as Council can either make policy decisions or administrative
decisions.
Councilwoman Alger explained that the
ordinance currently states that those duties are the duties of the Zoning
Administrator,and what difference would i t make i f the ordinance stays the same
with the duties continuing under the Development Services Department.
Mr.Hoffman encouraged Councilwoman
Alger not to feel bound by what is currently in the ordinance,but to make the
changes the Council wishes.
Councilwoman Alger stated that this
is what she wants.
Councilman Cox stated that the City
Manager,after hired,should make those decisions but to proceed with hiring a
City Engineer.
Councilwoman Alger pointed out that
Mr.Hoffman is needed in the job for which he was hired especially with the
upcoming sewer issue,so the Director of Development Services is needed now,and
that these changes can be made in the ordinance at a later time.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that i f the
Council doesn't act on this now and waits for a City Manager,i t may be four to
eight months before this reorganization is accomplished.
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Mr.Hoffman asked i f the City Manager
couldn't proceed with screening of applicants,and he would provide an ordinance
by tomorrow which would include an overall draft of the Code that would reflect
the entire Development Services Department that would include the basic
functions.
Ms Connelly asked the City Attorney
i f the Council adopts as presented,with duties outlined under the Zoning
Administrator that the Planning Department is currently performing,is that
division in a compromising situation.
Mr.Alexander replied that i t would
be,and the Council must decide whether or not to make policy or administrative
decisions,and these are administrative decisions,which places the Acting City
Manager,the new City Manager and the new Planning Direction in a real position.
Councilman Eidson commented that to
pass something with the intent to change i t later,should not be done,as i t
could take a long time to change the Code.
Councilwoman Alger replied that the
new director may wish i t to remain the way i t is.
Councilman Eidson added that he is
still against forming a separate department of City Engineer.
to the public.
Mayor Bluntschly opened the hearing
Ms Ilene Taylor,1617 S.Cortez,
Apache Junction,addressed the Council representing the Economic Opportunities
Action Team and in opposition to placing the Economic Development under the
Development Services Department,stating that this may compromise projects under
this department,and also requesting that the decision be delayed until a new
City Manager is hired.
Ms Taylor also requested a joint work
session between the Economic Opportunities Action Team and the City Council.
Mr.Gary Higgins,100 W.Highway 60,
Apache Junction,business owner,requested that this decision wait for a new
City Manager,and also that the Council should let management make the
administrative decisions.
There being no one else wishing to
speak,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public.
Councilwoman Alger MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.693 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY,AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE
BE WAIVED.
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Councilman Vehon seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.693,AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE
APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 3,ADMINISTRATION,ARTICLE 3-5,DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS,AND ARTICLE 3-9,DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING
PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
Councilwoman Alger MOVED THAT
ORDINANCE NO.693,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE
FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS:
UNDER SECTION 3-9-3 (c)THAT THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ACT AS
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION,
ASSISTED BY THE PLANNING DIVISION;
SECTION 3-9-5 (a)(1a),"ASSIST THE"REPLACE "ACTING AS",AND ALSO IN (a)(lc);
SECTION 3-9-6 REPLACE THE WORD "DIVISION"WITH THE WORD "FUNCTION"IN THE TITLE
AND IN (a.1.),AND MAKE THE SAME CHANGE IN SECTION 3-9-7 IN THE TITLE IN (a)AND
IN (a.1.);
SECTION 3-9-4,(e.1.),CHANGE "DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS"TO "DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIRECTOR";
SECTION 3-9-4 (f.1.,2.,and 3.),BE PLACED UNDER THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
DIVISION OF PLANNING;
SECTION 3-9-1 (b.),ADD TO THE END OF THAT PARAGRAPH,"SUBJECT TO RATIFICATION
BY THE COUNCIL".
Councilman Vehon seconded the
motion.
Councilman Vehon asked i f the
functions under Section 3-9-4 f .1.,2.,and 3.,aren't already listed under the
Planning Department?
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
Kathleen Connelly explained that no,the Planning Department is doing those
functions,but those were never reflected in the Code.
Vice Mayor Damiano pointed out that
Article 12,Department of Engineering is not reflected in the title of the
ordinance.
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Ms Connelly stated that this is an
oversight.
Councilwoman Alger amended the
motion THAT ARTICLE 12,DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING BE INCLUDED TO THE TITLE OF
ORDINANCE NO.693.
Councilman Vehon seconded the
amendment.
VOTE (on the amendment):
In Favor:Councilwoman Alger,Councilman Cox,Councilman Vehon,
Councilwoman Barker,Mayor Bluntschly
Opposed:Councilman Eidson,Vice Mayor Damiano
VOTE (on the motion as amended):
In Favor:Councilwoman Barker,Councilwoman Alger,Councilman Cox,
Councilman Vehon,Mayor Bluntschly
Opposed:Councilman Eidson,Vice Mayor Damiano
The motion carried as amended.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.695,COUNCIL-
INITIATED,PZ-13-89 )
)Mayor Bluntschly stated that this is
a rezoning of a 10 acre parcel,lcoated at the northwest corner of Winchester
Road,and Broadway Avenue,from C-4/PD Heavy Commercial by Planned Development
from Gr General Rural.
Assistant Planner Rudy Esquivas
stated that this is a Council -initiated rezoning of two five acre parcels,and
that in 1982 this property plus two adjacent parcels were rezoned to CB -2,and
in 1985 when the new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning District Map,in which the east
10 acres of the subject property were inadvertently rezoned back to GR because
of a map drawing error.Mr.Esquivas further stated that the applicant is
requesting that the City correct the mapping error and rezone the east 10 acres
of the property back to an equivalent of CB -2 as that is no longer a current
zoning designation in Apache Junction,and stated that staff recommended
approval with stipulations of rights -of -way dedication which the applicants
refused,and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval without
that stipulation.
Mr.Esquivas stated that after
negotiation between the attorneys,the applicants have agreed to C-4/PD zoning
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which means that should they develop,the City may require dedications at the
time of development,and that staff recommends approval of this zoning.
Councilman Vehon asked i f when this
property is developed,the only dedications that may be required will be those
for the 10 acre portion that is being rezoned,and not the remainder of the
property.
Mr.Esquivas replied that this is
correct,although the City may request the other dedications.
Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was
anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the ordinance?
Mr.Lou Schaeffer,3636 N.Central,
Phoenix,Attorney for the applicants,stated that they seek for the return of
the zoning to the property and have compromised for the PD zoning.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that
something was taken away,and something should be given back.
Mr.Schaeffer stated that his clients
are a group from Hong Kong,and i t is their cultural bias to be cooperative,and
they felt i t would be improper for the City to correct their mistake and to ask
for something in return,but are willing to do whatever is required upon the
development of the property,and added that at that time they probably will also
give dedications for the adjoining 10 acres.
Councilman Vehon asked i f the
applicants feel that the two adjoining properties with different zonings will
cause a problem at the time of developemnt?
Mr.Schaeffer replied that no i t
shouldn't be as they are actually the same type of zoning.
There being no one else wishing to
speak,Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public.
Councilman Vehon stated that he has
mixed feelings on this,as the error was the City's,the mistake should be
corrected but he doesn't agree with the process.
City Attorney David Alexander
explained that what occured was that the City lost the Zoning Ordinance,and
that anything going on as of March 5,1985,was no.k."and hopefully everyone
who was affected by that Zoning Ordinance was given public notice,but that
prior to this enactment there was no zoning on this property.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT ORDINANCE
NO.695 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY,AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE
WAIVED.
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Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski read
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO.695,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-13-89 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO C-4/PD (HEAVY COMMERCIAL/PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT ORDINANCE
NO.695,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that i t is
understandable what the City is trying to accomplish by this,but he cannot in
good conscience support this for the reasons as previously stated.
VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Vehon,Councilwoman Barker,Councilwoman Alger,
Councilman Eidson,Councilman Cox,Vice Mayor Damian()
Opposed:Mayor Bluntschly
The motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF INITIAL DESIGN CONCEPT
REPORT FOR ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION PROJECT S-214-309,
IDAHO ROAD AND SCENIC
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)Mr.Dan Powell,representative of
Arizona Department of Transportation,stated that ADOT understands the concerns
expressed by Council of the Design for Idaho Road and Scenic and wishes to hold
a public hearing on the intersection alternatives in order to solicit input from
the public,therefore,would like this postponed until the hearing and another
presentation to the City Council.
Councilman Vehon asked when this
should come back to the Council?
Mr.Powell replied that the hearing
is tentatively scheduled for December 5th,or early in December,and i t will
stay open for 30 days for public comment,so can come back to the Council in
early February.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT THE
DESIGN CONCEPT REPORT FOR ADOT PROJECT S-214-309,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 6,1990.
Councilwoman Barker seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF ON PROPOSED CITY LEGISLATION OR ACTIONS:
1.DIRECTION TO DRAFT ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A BUSINESS LICENSE REVIEW
REGULATION COMMITTEE
Councilman Vehon asked that this item
be continued until November 21,1989,as guidelines need to be considered
closely prior to taking any action on this.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT ITEM
NO.16-1,DIRECTION ON BUSINESS LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE,BE CONTINUED UNTIL THE
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21,1989.
Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
2.DIRECTION TO STAFF TO DRAFT A PROCESS AND/OR POLICY FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT
PROCEDURES.
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Councilman Vehon suggested a
committee be formed with Building Department staff and councilmembers to bring
this back to the Council on these Code Enforcement Procedures.
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
Kathleen Connelly stated that the Council has a job description for the Code
Enforcement position,and asked i f the recruitment for the position be held up
until these procedures are established?
Mayor Bluntschly stated that
recruitment should not be held up,and the methodology for enforcement can be
done after the hiring.
Assistant to the City Manager George
Hoffman stated that i f the Council wishes,i t should be specified that the
recruitment include police experience as a requirement.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that i t
should,as there is a point in a investigation where i t becomes accusatory,and
this would require a police background.
Ms Connelly commented that the
Council appeared to want someone who could put the violations through the court
process,which would require some experience in law enforcement.
Councilman Vehon stated that the
budgeted amount for this position may not be sufficient for someone with law
enforcement qualifications.
Mayor Bluntschly replied that this
position will not be working as a police officer.
Ms Connelly explained that a police
officer has many other types of responsibilities,as well as on -going training.
Vice Mayor Damiano asked i f this
person will wear a uniform and a badge,as well as a "walkie-talkie",to show
authority?
Mayor Bluntschly agreed with the
uniform concept,but not the police radio.
Vice Mayor Damiano asked about the
person encountering a problem,where he may need to contact the police?
Councilman Cox stated that he should
carry a gun i f he's wearing a uniform.
Director of Public Safety Bill
McDaniel stated that the liability becomes really great when a person carrys a
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gun,and they would have to be qualified on the range,but that the person could
carry a radio with Public Works frequency for assistance should i t be required,
otherwise a police officer could do the job of code enforcement.
Councilman Cox stated that this was
the idea,to put a retired officer in the position.
Councilwoman Alger suggested putting
the position under the Police Department in the upcoming budget.
Mayor Bluntschly stated that
unfortunately this was not budgeted this way for this year,and i t cannot wait.
Mr.McDaniel stated that other cities
do have this position under the Police Department.
Councilman Vehon asked i f a
recommendation can be made at this time for hiring this person?
Councilwoman Alger asked i f the idea
of putting these types of positions under the Police Department could also be
investigated?
Ms Connelly stated the funds
currently designated for these positions may not be sufficient for the Police
Department.
Councilman Vehon stated that the
Council is making administrative decisions by doing this.
Mayor Bluntschly pointed out that
this policy will be brought back to the Council,prior to instituting it.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT DIRECTION
BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER AND BUILDING OFFICIAL TO FORM A COMMITTEE TO
STUDY CHANGES IN THE CODE FOR ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES,AND THAT COMMITTEE TO BE
MADE UP OF A MINIMUM OF THE ACTING CITY MANAGER,BUILDING OFFICIAL,
ACTING/INTERIM DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR,TWO COUNCILPERSONS,AND TWO
INTERESTED CITIZENS AT -LARGE,TO BRING BACK A RECOMMENDATION TO THE COUNCIL FOR
THE DECEMBER 19,1989 MEETING,ALONG WITH ALLOWING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO GO
AHEAD WITH THE HIRING OF AN ADDITIONAL CODE ENFORCEMENT PERSON WITH THAT PERSON
HAVING BACKGROUND IN LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND AT THE SAME PAY SCALE AS WAS BUDGETED.
Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
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3.DIRECTION TO STAFF TO PREPARE AN AMENDMENT TO PURCHASING PROCEDURES.
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
Kathleen Connelly explained that Controller Keith Lewis and herself had come
across errors or oversights in the purchasing procedures that warrant changes,
and also the auditors have made some suggestions for changes due to double
paying bills with the current procedures.
Ms Connelly reminded the Council that
a number of direction items have been given to staff to work on,and the Council
may keep in mind that an election is coming up which will involve more work.
Councilwoman Alger MOVED THAT
DIRECTION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO REVIEW PURCHASING PROCEDURES AND
TO DRAFT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
4.DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING PLACEMENT OF TRASH DUMPSTERS.
Councilman Cox MOVED THAT DIRECTION
BE GIVEN STAFF TO SET REGULATIONS REGULATING DUMPSTERS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS,
PREFERABLY IN THE ALLEYS,NONE IN FRONT YARDS OR SIDE YARDS,EXCEPT FOR
COMMERCIAL DUMPSTERS USED BY CONTRACTORS WHEN REBUILDING A HOUSE OR REMODELING A
HOUSE,AND THAN ONLY FOR THE SHORTEST PERIOD OF TIME NECESSARY.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
Councilman Vehon stated that there is
a concern that most commercial buildings do not have alleys for dumpsters,so
this needs to be addressed.
Councilman Cox stated that this is
only looking at residential areas,as commercial buildings don't put them in the
front.
Councilwoman Alger stated that not
all individual businesses have alleys.
Mr.McDaniel stated that some use the
side,because there isn't a back access.
Mayor Bluntschly suggested including
commercial to be checked on,so as not to restrict the Council in changes.
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Vice Mayor Damiano commented that a
smart businessman wouldn't put a dumpster in the front.
Councilman Vehon stated that he knows
of two or three,as there is not back access.
Councilman Cox amended the motion
THAT STAFF INCLUDE THEIR RESEARCH FOR ALL COMMERCIAL DUMPSTERS,AND WHERE IT IS
PHYSICALLY IMPOSSIBLE,PUT IT ON THE SIDE.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
VOTE (on the amendment):Unanimous
VOTE (on the motion as amended):Unanimous
The motion carried.
5.DIRECTION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO AMEND THE ZONING
ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE LOCATION OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN REAR YARD
AREAS.
Councilman Vehon stated that there
have been problems with the current requirement for travel trailers and the
like,as i t is virtually impossible to enforce.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT DIRECTION
BE GIVEN THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR
AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE,SECTION 20.0106,TO ELIMINATE THE NEED FOR A
GARAGE,RAMADA,OR SHIELDING WITH A FENCE OR PLANTING,AND JUST LOOK AT A
REQUIREMENT THAT THEY BE PLACED IN THE REAR YARD.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
6.SPECIFIC DIRECTION IN ESTABLISHING A HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION.
Councilwoman Alger MOVED THAT
DIRECTION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH AN ORDINANCE FOR THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF A HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION,WITH THE FOLLOWING
SPECIFICS:
THAT THE ORDINANCE PRESENTED BE BROUGHT BACK FOR ADOPTION AFTER INSERTING THE
PROPER TERM EXPIRATION DATES,WITH STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS COMMISSION BE
ASSIGNED THROUGH THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE.
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Councilman Cox seconded the motion.
Vice Mayor Damiano asked i f this
isn't on the books already?
Ms Connelly stated that currently a
commission is on the books with duties dealing mainly with the location of
hospital facilities,and that this will substitute that ordinance.
Councilwoman Barker asked i f the
membership is limited to Apache Junction citizens,and will not go into the zone
of influence?
Councilwoman Alger stated that the
reason she was given,upon asking that question,was that i t is because of
monies spent,i t has to be within the City limits.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
9.DIRECTION TO STAFF TO DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CODE REGARDING THE CITY
MANAGER POSITION.
Ms Connelly explained that i t was
discovered by the City Attorney,herself,and other staff members,at a Risk
Management Seminar,that the City Code is presently in conflict with the State
Law in regards to the City Manager which places the City at risk.
City Attorney David Alexander further
explained that i t is Section 3-1-10 of the City Code,which mentions limiting
the right of removal during the first 90 days,term of new council,and also
gives the City Manager certain hearing rights.
Mayor Bluntschly specifically
mentioned the State Law states that the City Manager serves at the pleasure of
the Council.
Councilman Vehon MOVED THAT DIRECTION
BE GIVEN THE CITY ATTORNEY AND ACTING CITY MANAGER TO REVIEW THE CITY CODE AND
DRAFT AMENDMENTS PERTAINING TO THE CITY MANAGER POSITION,TO BRING THE CODE INTO
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW.
Councilwoman Barker seconded the
motion.
VOTE:Unanimous
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The motion carried.
SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS AND PURPOSES:
EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,
NOVEMBER 20,1989
EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,
NOVEMBER 21,1989
SELECTION OF DATE AND TIME FOR
SPECIAL EXECUTIVE SESSION
)Councilwoman Alger MOVED THAT AN
EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 20,1989,AT 6:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY
COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM,AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.,ON NOVEMBER 20,1989,
IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS;
AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND WORK SESSION BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 21,1989,AT
6:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Vice Mayor Damiano seconded the
motion.
Mayor Bluntschly mentioned that the
additional executive session will not be necessary.
VOTE:Unanimous
The motion carried.
INFORMATION AND REPORTS
(COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS)
None.
ADJOURNMENT
)There being no further discussion,
Mayor Bluntschly adjourned the meeting at 10:40 p.m.
*Consent Agenda Items are as follows:
1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda
2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of October 17,1989
3.Authorization to Install City Complex Parking Lot Lights
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4.Award of Bid for the Renovation and Improvements to Little League Baseball
Fields
5.Acceptance of Resignation from and Appointment to,the Board of Adjustments
6.Removal of Mr.Bob Brown from Planning and Zoning Commission,and
Appointment to fill Vacancy Created by Removal
7.Request for Postponement of Changing the Sales Tax
8.Proposed Resolution No.89-31,Endorsing Annexation of additional State Land
into the Apache Junction Fire District Boundaries
9.Request for Postponement of Establishing a Board of Appeals and Board for
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
10.Selection of Consultants for Legal and Financial Services in the area of
Municipal Wastewater Facilities and Related Municipal Bonding Programs
ACCEPTED THIS 21ST DAY OF NOVEMBER ,1989,BY THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA.
SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 27TH DAY OF NOVEMBER
KERVETH BLUNTSCHLY
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Connelly
City Clerk
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,1989.