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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-02-02 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 2,1988 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on February 2,1988,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. CALL TO ORDER Acting Mayor Bluntschly called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION CouncilwOman Gardner gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilwoman Perkins led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilman Damiano Councilwoman Perkins Councilwoman Gardner Councilman Burgess Acting Mayor Bluntschly City Manager Bill R.Da Vee City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney David Alexander Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski Assistant to the City Manager George Hoffman Lieutenant Dan Scott Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Director of Community Services Jeff Bell Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Building Official Charles Coleman Operations Supervisor Doug Dobson Ms Susan Fender 2644 E.Gila Rd. Apache Junction,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 1 Mr.Peter Sanchez 2112 Roundup Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Linda Weinbert 4268 N.Valley Drive Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Dale Giannantoni 41451 N.54th St. Cave Creek,AZ Mr.Danny A.Schammel 2230 N.Apache Trail Apache Junction,Arizona ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 AND 2,BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests None. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read to the public Proclamations for "Dutchman's Monument 50th Anniversary"and "National Patriotism Week". CALL TO THE PUBLIC Ms Susan -Fender,2644 S.Gila Road,Apache Junction,asked what procedure is necessary -to have the mobile for the Head Start Program set up. Acting Mayor Blutschly explained that as this is not an agenda item,the Council cannot discuss it,but Ms Fender may check with the City Manager for information. Mr.Peter Sanchez,2112 Roundup,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in regards to the mobile home age limits,and stated that he wished to set up an older mobile at Cedar Drive. Acting Mayor Bluntschly explained the moratorium on mobile home set-ups,and that there is an agenda item later on,should Mr.Sanchez wish to be further informed,and also recommended that he contact the City Manager for assistance. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 2 Ms Linda Weinberg,4268 N.Valley Drive,Apache Junction,representing the East Valley Coalition for the Homeless,requested a waiver for a three-month use permit,at St.George's Church,for a mobile home. Acting Mayor Bluntschly replied that this was noted,and someone would get back to Ms Weinberg,or could contact the City Manager. Acting Mayor Bluntschly introduced Director of Community Services Jeff Bell to present an award. Director -of Community Services Jeff Bell explained that this is a presentation to the Elks Lodge. A represOntative of the Elk's stated that a flag is coming in for City Hall, which flew over the Capitol Building. CITY MANAGEES.REPORT City Manager Bill R.Da Vee stated that a written report was .distributed to the Council,-should they wish •to comment on that,and that Senate Bill 1060 was introduced th -epeal a provision which shifts vehicle licehse and state sales tax money to the -Highway Users Revenue Fund,after exceeding 7%compounded growth rate,and repealing this would for us,mean a loss of about $32,467.00 in funds,and presenting this Bill is being delayed,and also that a there is a Bill proposal before the Senate,Senate Bill 1197,to freeze the implementation of taxes on services until June 30,1989,and that this has not been discussed on the City level,but the City should pre-empt.Mr.Da Vee further stated that a Trust Administrator was interested in whether the City would accept an art work donation of the City's choosing,for an entry monument or a park display, and that the City Council should make a recommendation. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE,JR.FOOD MART #2 )Mr.Dale Giannantoni,41451 N.54th St.,Cave Creek,addressed the Council requesting approval of the application, and that there is another store being built in Phoenix,and that JR Foods have been in business about 70 years. Acting Mayor Bluntschly asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 3 application.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Acting Mayor Bluntschly closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 10 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY MR.DALE M. GIANNANTONI,AGENT FOR JR.FOOD MART #2,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilwoman Perkins seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. APPLICATION FOR SERIES 7 LIQUOR LICENSE, KOVACS KORNER - )Mr.Danny A.Schammel,2230 N. Apache Trail,Apache Junction,stated that having purchased Kovacs Korner,the health rating has been greatly improved and requested approval of the liquor license application; Councilman Damiano pointed necessary corrections on the actual application,such as the correct school and church names. Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 7 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY MR.DANNY A.SCHAMMEL, AGENT FOR KOVACS KORNER,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilman Burgess seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Damiano,Councilman Burgess Opposed:Councilwoman Perkins (due to Chief of Police recommendation) Councilwoman Gardner (due to Chief of Police recommendation) Acting Mayor Bluntschly The motion failed. OLD BUSINESS COUNCIL DIRECTION ON CITY DIAL -A -RIDE PROGRAM REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 4 )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer explained that bids were solicited in December,with only one bid received,and Council requested a rebid,and since that time Parsons -Brinkerhoff who are doing a Transportation/Transit Study,has.recommended holding off on the Program,and requested a postponement on advertising for bids,until the proper information may be obtained from the Study. Councilwoman Gardner asked when this would be brought back to the Council. Mr.Newcomer replied -that this could be brought back with a more sufficient recommendation in 30 -days. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT DIRECTION BE GIVEN TO THE CITY MANAGER TO FURTHER INVESIGATE THE INITIATION OF THE DIAL -A -RIDE PROGRAM,AND TO WORK WITH THE TRANSPORTATION/TRANSIT STUDY CONSULTANTS ON IMPLEMENTING A TRANSIT PROGRAM FOR APACHE JUNCTION. I FURTHER MOVE THAT' A. STATUS REPORT BE RETURNED.TO THE COUNCIL WITHIN 90 DAYS. Councilman Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS AWARD OF BIDS FOR VEHICLE LIFTS, PW-87-17,AND SIGN MATERIALS,PW-87-12 ) )Operations Supervisor Doug Dobson stated that a total of six bids were received for the vehicle lifts and sign materials,and recommended the low bidders,Roadside Signing Products and Rangs Auto & Truck Equipment. Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE BID FOR VEHICLE LIFTS,PW-87-17,BE AWARDED TO RANGS AUTO & TRUCK EQUIPMENT,IN THE AMOUNT OF $16,304.03; AND THAT THE BID FOR SIGN MATERIALS,PW-87-12,BE AWARDED TO ROADSIDE SIGNING PRODUCTS,IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,031.70. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 5 The motion carried. AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY CONTRIBUTION TO PEACE OFFICER MEMORIAL )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that this is a proposal from a representative of the Peace Officers Memorial Board -,to -contribute $500.00 for the construction of a Memorial for Police Officers who have died in the line of duty. Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION CONTRIBUTE $500.00 TOWARD THE ARIZONA PEACE OFFICER MEMORIAL FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON MORATORIUM FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION )City Manager Bill R.Da Vee stated that the City -Council,at their January 19th meeting,placed a freeze on the issuance of permits the placement of mobile homes on single lots until the zoning ordinance could be amended to establish required standards,and this has been placed on the agenda for reconsideration or to enact a different time limit for the freeze.Mr.Da Vee also stated that several questions have arisen since that implementation. City Attorney David Alexander• explained that something will be prepared by February 10th,for Council consideration,specifically an ordinance to amend the building code,and that the requirement of ground installation and screening will be included in the ordinance,and will eventually have to be added to the zoning ordinance. Mr.Alexander suggested reconsidering this freeze and acting on an ordinance as soon as possible. Acting Mayor Bluntschly stated that there are many pre -1976 mobile homes in Apache Junction that are well maintained,and many newer mobiles that are not,but the newer mobiles seem to be better built,and recommended revising the moratorium with 1980 as a limit. Councilman Burgess stated that these installation requirements and moratorium should not be based on the age of the mobile,and the owners should have the opportunity to rewire or improve on the older models. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 6 Mr.Alexander stated that the City may not have-the ability to inspect those mobile homes that -have -been rebuilt. Mr.Da Vee explained that mobile are certified at the time of manufacture,and having the ability to inspect those that have been rebuilt,without stipping them down to the frame,is a problem. Mr.Da Vee also stated that the concern is to find a safe standard for the public. Councilman Burgess stated that a public hearing should be held to allow the people to speak on this issue. Councilwoman Gardner and Councilwoman -Perkins agreed that there should be a public hearing prior to action being taken. Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT THE MORATORIUM BE -DROPPED UNTIL AN ORDINANCE IS IN PLACE AND THE BUILDING CODE IS AMENDED,AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE,AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING -MUST BE HELD. Councilman Damiano seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner asked if an ordinance could be prepared by February 10th. City Attorney David -Alexander replied that it could be prepared,but Councilman Burgess indicated that he would like a lot of public input and this would not allow time to inform the public and would like it on the February 16th agenda instead. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Burgess,Councilman Damiano,Councilwoman Perkins Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Acting Mayor Bluntschly The motion carried. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER -AT -LARGE TO CENTRAL ARIZONA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE )Director of Public Works Rich Broman explained that the CAAG Transportation Committee has been asked to submit recommendations for a Pinal County Member -at -large,and that each City is requested to select a nominee. Councilman Burgess MOVED THAT RAY HOOKER BE RECOMMENDED TO SERVE AS THE MEMBER -AT -LARGE TO THE CENTRAL ARIZONA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (C.A.A.G.)TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 7 Councilman Damiano seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, FEBRUARY 16,_1988 )Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,ON FEBRUARY 16,1988,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; I FURTHER MOVE THAT A SPECIAL WORK SESSION ON SALES TAX COLLECTIONS AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF INTERVIEWING APPLICANTS FOR THE COUNCIL VACANCY BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10,1988,AT 6:30 P.M.. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion cdrrried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Gardner seconded the Councilwoman Perkins informed the Council and public that the Beautification Committee is holding a "Stake Out"on Saturday,February 6th,at the Gazebo,and that Mr.Tom Damiano is presenting the Committee with a check at that time. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL Councilman Bur-gess requested that an item on "set -backs"be placed on the next regular meeting agenda.- ADJOURNMENT •)Councilman Damiano MOVED THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 8:20 P.M. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 8 Councilwoman Gardner seconded the *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of January 19,1988 ACCEPTED THIS-- 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk 18TH DAY OF ,...1988,BY THE MAYOR AND FEBRUARY NORVAN S.HILL Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2,1988 PAGE 9 ,1988.