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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-20 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 20,1988 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on September 20,1988,at the Apache Junction City Council Chambers pursuant to the notice required by law. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hill called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Councilwoman Gardner gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Bluntschly led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present:Councilman Connolly Councilwoman Perkins Councilwoman Gardner Vice Mayor Bluntschly Mayor Hill Councilman Absent:Councilman Burgess (unable to attend) Councilman Damiano (on vacation) Staff Present: Others Present: City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney David Alexander Deputy City Clerk Lori Zmayefski Assistant to the City Manager Geroge Hoffman Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Director of Community Services Jeff Bell Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Mr.Jimmy Eidson 944 W.3rd Avenue Apache Junction,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 1 Mr.Todd Heglund Project Manager Parsons/Brinkerhoff Mr.Jeff Iverson 1050 W.Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Sandra Smith 3575 N.Prospector Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Gil Verley 620 S.Palo Verde Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Diane Uzee Arizona Sign Association 2901 W.Culver,Suite 4 Phoenix,AZ 85009 Mr.Larry Bund LSB International 7776 S.Pointe Parkway West Phoenix,AZ Mr.Larry Hansen Pinal County Engineer Florence,AZ Mr.Keith Stachar 1153 N.Holmes Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Jalma Hunsinger 3302 S.Marianna Circle Tempe,AZ Mr.Troy Murray Troy's Art Gallery Scottsdale,AZ Mr.Larry Hendrick 10609 Quarterline Road Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Dennis Parker Parsons Corporation California REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 2 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 -3 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED,AFTER DELETING ITEM NO.10,AND MOVING ITEMS 13,14,AND 15 TO JUST BEFORE PUBLIC HEARINGS,AND I MOVE THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN TO WAIVE THE CITY BID REQUIREMENTS FOR PURCHASE OF ONE KONICA COPIER FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; I FURTHER MOVE THAT THE COPIER BE PURCHASED FROM COPY WORLD UNDER THE ARIZONA STATE CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,667.02. Councilwoman Perkins seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Perkins,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Connolly,Vice Mayor Bluntschly The motion carried. REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY FACILITY FOR POLITICAL PURPOSES )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE REQUEST SUBMITTED BY ED BARKER ON BEHALF OF ROY HUDSON'S PINAL COUNTY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT FOR OCTOBER 8 AND 9 BE APPROVED. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner stated that she opposed the wording of the item and the way i t was advertised,but as this is beneficial for the kids,she would vote in approval. Councilwoman Perkins stated that Mr.Hudson should be commended for the project,however,the youth are being exploited for political purposes,and i f Mr.Hudson would consider doing this after the election,she would help sell tickets. Councilwoman Gardner asked that i f this is a "Pinal County Softball Tournament",why can't those be the large letters on the top of the advertisement,with small letter saying that this is paid for by Roy Hudson instead of the large letters,as this is using the children for political purposes. Councilwoman Perkins pointed out that the $200 sponsored by Mr.Hudson,will be returned to him i f the ballfield is left clean. Mayor Hill explained that the City is not supposed to let facilities be used for political purposes,but i t is not REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 3 proven that this is a political purpose even though i t appears that way,but the kids do need the funds. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Connolly,Councilwoman Gardner, Vice Mayor Bluntschly,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Perkins The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Hill thanked everyone present for attending the meeting,including Sandy Smith,Sharon Alger,past councilmember Jimmy Eidson. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph gave a slide presentation on projects completed and in progress,including Quail Creek Apartments,a plaza on Superstition Boulevard,two Circle K's.Mr.Schoeph further stated that many of the new developments and projects include designed landscaping,and that the Superstition Freeway is well underway. Mayor Hill pointed out that there is a new Animal Control Facility. Councilwoman Perkins complimented Mr.Schoeph for the presentation,and for reminding the Council and public of the positive things happening. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Mr.Jimmy Eidson,944 W.3rd Avenue,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in opposition to the current Sign Code Ordinance,stating that the original purpose of the Sign Code was to stop billboards on Highway 60,but got carried away with trying to control every sign that is put up.Mr.Eidson stated that signs need to be above trees and shrubery,as Mesa's are,and the present Code is restricting businesses to desert landscaping,and requested that the restriction in height and size be changed. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mayor Hill explained that the City Manager's father passed away,so Mr.Da Vee is unable to be here. AUTHORIZATION TO FINALIZE THE REPORT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION/TRANSIT STUDY ) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 4 explained that Council authorizes the initiation of a Transportation/Transit Study,and that meetings were held with the Technical and Advisory committees, and the Transportation Board to receove public input,with a 112 page report as a result,and than a public meeting was held on August 17th.Mr.Broman stated that the Transportation Board recommends that the Study be continued after the adoption of the draft report. Mr.Todd Heglund,Project Manager with Parsons/Brinkerhoff,presented an overview of the Study,asking for comments or requests for changes from the Council,and outlined the recommendations,which does include much input from the public. Mr.Broman stated that should the Council wish any changes in the draft report,those should be mentioned at this time,otherwise they will proceed with the report as i t is and finalize for Council consideration at the October 4th meeting. Councilwoman Perkins MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS,THROUGH THE CITY MANAGER, TO COORDINATE THE FINALIZATION OF THE REPORT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION/TRANSIT STUDY. Vice Mayor Bluntschly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ON SUPERSTITION BOULEVARD FROM IRONWOOD DRIVE AND IDAHO ROAD )Councilman Connolly withdrew from discussion or voting on this item,due to a possible conflict of interest. Director of Public Works Rich Broman stated that since Council authorization for preparation of preliminary plans and estimates,property owners have been contacted to provide information as to the project,costs and process,which included a neighborhood meeting,and that petitions for opposition and support of the Improvement District,with four in opposition and 13 in support.Mr.Broman further stated that efforts have been exhausted in receiving responses from uncommitted parcels since this is brought back to the Council for further direction.Mr.Broman replied to previous questions by Council,that there is no charge for the residential properties, and that the assessment to a single family residential would be for curbing and sidewalk should those be placed,and that the cost for finalization of these plans should the District be authorized would be $4,700.00. Mr.Jeff Iverson,1050 W. Superstition Blvd.,Epiphany Lutheran Church,urged the Council to approve the Street Improvement District on Superstition Boulevard from Ironwood to Idaho. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 5 Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION AS NECESSARY IN ORDER TO DEVELOP A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CREATE A STRET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR SUPERSTITION BOULEVARD FROM IRONWOOD DRIVE TO IDAHO ROAD. Vice Mayor Bluntschly seconded the motion. Councilwoman Perkins stated that she was sorry that this wasn't started at Meridian. VOTE:Unanimous (except for Councilman Connolly abstaining) The motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.633,PZ-43-86, AMENDMENTS TO THE SIGN CODE (With the Emergency Clause)) )Associate Planner/Deputy Director Jim Nakagawa explained that the original Sign Code was adopted in 1985,based on the 1984 Mesa Sign Code,because of safety and asthetics,and that after a year of being in effect,former councilmember Eidson suggested changes to the Sign Code.Mr.Nakagawa further explained that suggested changes were postponed in 1987 to allow Chamber of Commerce review and recommendations which have been presented to the Council,and that staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission has proposed changes after a series of public hearings.Mr.Nakagawa stated that he would go over the different issues,and pause for Council and public comments. Mayor Hill stated that these issues have been discussed several times,including last nights work session,so i t is not necessary to address each separate item,but that the Council does appreciate the effort on Mr.Nakagawa's part. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the item. Ms Sandra Smith,3575 N.Prospector, Apache Junction,stated that as a representative of the Chamber of Commerce who reviewed this Sign Code,the overall Code is pleasing,with the only suggested changes being Section 21.27(B),the total area be put back to the original 200 square feet,and also that the height maximum be 12 feet,as cars parked in front of an eight foot sign caused i t to be impossible to see. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 6 Councilwoman Gardner stated that the new developments are required to have eight foot signs,and asked Ms Smith what businesses that have eight foot signs,have cars park in front of those signs. Ms Smith replied that those who have the land available to provide a retention basin for the signs do not have that problem,but those businesses with an underground paved retention have that problem. Mr.Gil Verley,620 S.Palo Verde Drive,Apache Junction,read a letter to the Council,from the owner of AAA Mobile Home Sales,opposing the eight foot sign requirement.Mr.Verley showed a video showing signs hidden by parked and passing cars,pointing out that this can be a traffic hazard,and requested that the requirement be at least twelve feet high,possibly twenty feet in some instances,and stated that he did not vote on this issue as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission due to apparent conflict of interest,but does not feel that there was a conflict. Ms Diane Uzee,representative of Arizona Sign Association and Signed Statement,Inc.,2901 W.Culver,Suite 4, Phoenix,85009,addressed the Council in favor of the Sign Ordinance except for the height requirement,recommending requirements be dictated by zoning districts which other cities have done. Mr.Keith Stachar,1153 N.Holmes, Apache Junction,asked i f permits will be required for real estate signs. Mayor Hill answered no. Mr.Stachar suggested temporary banner signs could be used in "for rent""for lease"signs with square footage limitations. Mr.Larry Bund,President of LSB International,consulting engineers,representing property owners in Apache Junction,of the Grandview Motel,stating that they wish to support the ordinance with the height at 20 feet,being in the process of redeveloping the Motel to a Quality Inn. There being no one else wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.633 BE READ BY TITLE ONLY,AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 7 City Attorney David Alexander asked if this motion means that the Ordinance is to be read without the emergency clause,even though i t was published with the emergency clause. Vice Mayor Bluntschly answered that yes,this is without the emergency clause. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.633,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 21,SIGN CODE; REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.633,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS/ADDITIONS: 1.Section 21.08(C)Vehicle Signs,to read "except for standards advertising or identification markings,which are held in place by an adhesive,painted on or permanently or magnetically attached to a business or a commercial vehicle". 2.Section 21.11 Definitions,"that low profile shall mean a sign not to exceed 12 feet in height as measured from the existing road grade". 3.Section 21.27(B),to read as recommended with one exception:"no attached sign shall exceed 200 feet in total area". 4.Section 21.29(B),changed to read "20 square feet in total area". 5.Section 21.29(C),changed to read "20 square feet in total area". 6.Section 21.37(D),"whenever the name of a business changes,the copy of a sign on the premises may be changed without any change to the size of the sign". 7.Section 21.37(E),"a permit for a new or additional sign shall not be allowed for each individual occupancy i f such occupancy displays unlawful or nonconforming signs".New developed or renovations or expansions of 50%or more must bring nonconforming signs into comformity. 8.Section 21.41 Permit Fees,"Before issuing any sign permit required by this Code,a permit fee shall be paid in accordance with the schedule established by the City Council.If no specific fee is addressed,a minimal fee of $10.00 shall be paid." REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 8 9.Section 21.43 -21.46,pertaining to Conditional Use Permits.Section 21.43 Authority for Conditional Use Permits,(a)"when a conditional use permit is required by this Code,said permit must be applied for through the Planning Department on forms prescribed by the Planning Department.A conditional use permit is not an automatic right of any applicant.The Planning and Zoning Commission shall hold a public hearing for all applications for conditional use permits,consider all the factors relating to the proposed sign,and whether such sign would adversely affect public health,safety, and welfare,than make it's recommendation to the City Council to approve or reject the application."Subsection (b)"A conditional use permit for signs larger,higher,or greater in number than those allowed under this Code,may only be granted by the City Council i f circumstances warrant it."Section 21.45 Fee for Conditional Use Permits,"There shall be a filing fee for a conditional use permit.Such application fee shall be the same fee as established for a variance by the City Council.No part of such fee shall be refundable after an application is filed and such fee paid."Section 21.46 A Hearing on a Conditional Use Permit,"A conditional use permit application shall be considered at a public hearing by the Planning and Zoning Commission who will forward a recommendation to the City Council. The Commission may make recommendations to attach conditions to the granting of the conditional use permit when in it's judgement such conditions are necessary or desireable to accomplish the purposes of this section.The Commission may recommend any conditions i t deems necessary to carry out the provisions and intent of this Code.This recommendation will than be forwarded to the City Council for a public hearing and approval or denial of the application." 10.Section 21.51 (adding a section (B)),to read as follows "Applications to the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for a variance or a permit to allow off -site signs or signs larger,higher,or greater in number than those permitted by this Code shall not be accepted for processing." 11.Section 21.54 Out of Use Signs,"Any sign which is located on property that has become vacant or unoccupied must have it's copy changed within 60 days of the vacancy.All out of use signs must be maintained and in good working condition by the owner.All of the off -site signs which are left vacant and unoccupied for three months or more,shall be deemed abandoned and shall be removed by the owner." City Attorney David Alexander asked if the 12 foot change would include Section 21.29(C). Vice Mayor Bluntschly added to the motion: Section 21.29(C),second paragraph,to be changed to 12 feet. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Connolly,Vice Mayor Bluntschly,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Perkins REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 9 The motion carried. Mayor Hill recessed the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting at 9:02 p.m. PINAL COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN ) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman explained that Pinal County has requested the City of Apache Junction to serve on a committee to participate in the process of developing a solid waste management plan for Pinal County,as the multiple landfill sites in Pinal County,including the site on Tomahawk Road south of Baseline,may reach their design capacity in one to three years,and stated that Mr.Larry Hansen,the Pinal County Engineer,is present to brief the Council on the study and a request. Mr.Larry Hansen,Pinal County Engineer,Florence,gave the Council a brief history on the problem and stated that there is a proposal for a cost sharing schedule,rather than to have municipalities take care of themselves,and stated that Pinal County has formed a committee which has come up with a request for proposal for an engineering firm to do a study investigating the different methods of disposal,which will cost approximately $300,000,to be shared by each municipality and the County. Mayor Hill pointed out that $115,000 is a lot of money,but the problem does need to be worked out with the County, and what would the City do if the landfill did not exist,as we don't have a place for a landfill,even i f i t does cost the City $8,124.75. Mr.Broman stated that Pinal County originally estimated Apache Junction's share of the cost to be over $16,000,but after discussion i t was agreed that Apache Junction citizens do contribute through Pinal County taxes so the City's share was cut in half,but this has not been discussed at the committee level as yet. Mr.Hansen stated that Pinal County has not approached all of the municipalities yet. Mayor Hill stated that Pinal County taxes are ridiculous and that the City should not have to pay for all of this, but the City should take part in the study. Mr.Hansen stated that Pinal County is presently paying 40%of the study,and asked if the City is requesting that the County pay half. Mayor Hill commented that the citizens also have to pay to use the landfill. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 10 Councilman Connolly agreed that with the amount of Pinal County taxes citizens pay,this landfill should be a service provided by Pinal County to taxpayers,and Apache Junction should not have to help provide this service. Mr.Hansen explained that the fee for the use of the landfill is to pay for the upkeep. Mayor Hill stated that Pinal County runs to the cities for assistance when the need to be bailed out of trouble. Mr.Hansen replied that the landfill costs the County over $400,000 a year to operate. Councilwoman Gardner stated that the Globe/Miami landfill is free of charge to use. Mr.Hansen stated that some used to be,but the trend now is to charge for use. Councilwoman Gardner pointed out that the City pays to haul trash twice a year at quite a cost,and that the City should at least get a cut rate on that. Mr.Hansen replied that an agreement was made for free landfill use on those days. Mayor Hill asked i f there were anymore comments from the Council. Mr.Hansen stated that i t is somewhat of a problem coordinating with all of the cities on this study,and the County does need a consensus. Mr.Keith Stachar agreed with Councilman Connolly's comments that the property taxes paid by citizens should cover landfill services. Mr.Gil Verley reiterated that the City is paying the County to operate the landfill for us,the citizens pay trash collectors a fee including the landfill fee,and property taxes,and now the County wants the City to pay a fee to figure out how to do i t better,and stated that he objects. Mayor Hill further explained that the study is to consider the problem of the landfill reaching it's capacity. Mr.Dennis Park,of Southern California,stated that some of the issues of landfill management are methane recovery,power generation,which may end up reducing the cost,by increasing the revenue producing sides of management. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 11 Pinal County needs an answer.Vice Mayor Bluntschly asked how soon Mr.Broman replied that they need an answer by October 3rd. Councilman Connolly asked i f a landfill could be put on BLM land in the future. Mr.Broman explained that the BLM lands have to be used for parks and recreational purposes,and State Land has to be purchased at fair market value,which could be expensive,and also that the City could not have a landfill within City limits,and that i t took Pinal County about seven years to research and develop the existing landfill. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT THIS ITEM BE POSTPONTED FOR 30 DAYS TO ALLOW INPUT FROM OTHER CITIES AND COMMUNITIES,AND A COMMITMENT FROM PINAL COUNTY AND MORE INFORMATION. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Mayor Hill asked i f 30 days would sufficient for the County. Mr.Hansen stated that i f the City doesn't participate,and there isn't enough money to complete the entire study, things would have to be cut out,which may be the site in Apache Junction. Mr.Hansen further stated that the cost for operating the landfills in the County are subsidized by over $300,000 from the General Fund,which is taxes,and a fee schedule is being established so that the landfills will pay for themselves. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.649,PZ-3-88, IRONWOOD INVESTMENT GROUP ) )Associate Planner/Deputy Director Jim Nakagawa stated that protests have been received by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Seventh Day Adventists,objecting to liquor and tobacco sales,which invokes the three -fourths requirement for passage. Councilwoman Gardner asked i f deleting the alcoholic beverages and tobacco sales from "A"could be part of the agreement. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 12 Mr.Jalma Hunsinger,3302 S. Marianna Circle,Tempe,stated that he would be happy to delete those sales from Section A,and this was mentioned at the Planning and Zoning Commission,and would ask for a postponement until there are sufficient councilmembers present for passage of this ordinance. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.649,BE POSTPONED UNTIL OCTOBER 18,1988. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.650,PZ-7-88, COMMISSION INITIATED,BOILA TRACT SUBDIVISION ) )Assistant Planner Julie Reid explained that the Boila Tract Subdivision was approved in 1958 by Pinal County Board of Supervisor's,and was not zoned appropriately as agricultural zoning, and any deed restrictions cannot presently be enforced by the City.Ms Reid stated that the Subdivision is located along Palo Verde Drive between West Broadway Avenue and West Apache Trail,and that this ordinance proposes CR-2 Single Family Residence Zone,which makes the property more useable. Ms Reid further stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the rezoning. Mayor Hill 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 Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Connolly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.650,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 13 ORDINANCE NO.560,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-7-88 FROM GENERAL RURAL (GR)TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE (CR-2);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Connolly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.560,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.651,PZ-8-88, COMMISSION INITIATED,SUPERSTITION HOMES ) )Assistant Planner Julie Reid explained that the rezoning of Superstition Homes Subdivision by Commission Initiative to CR-2 Single Family Residence,was also approved by Pinal County Board of Supervisors in 1952 with an inappropriate zoning,which is located along Saguaro Drive between West Broadway and West Apache Trail,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission does recommend approval. Mayor Hill 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 Hill closed the hearing to the public. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.651,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.651,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 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 14 REZONING CASE PZ-8-88,FROM GENERAL RURAL (GR)TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE (CR-2);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.651,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. Councilwoman Perkins thanked staff for bringing these into confirmation. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS OFFICIAL CITY ENDORSEMENT OF A PROJECT TO FUND A CITY MONUMENT ) )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that Troy Art Galleries is doing a project which would produce a one and one- half lifesize monument depicting the Lost Dutchman legend,unfortunately the first artist selected to do the monument was killed in a plan crash,but that representatives from Troy Art Galleries are present with art work for the Council to look at from a new artist. Mr.Troy Murray of Troy's Art Gallery,Scottsdale,introduced Harland Young,the artist for the project, unveiled the bronze of the Lost Dutchman,300 of which will be sold in order to fund the actual monument,and requested approval of the Council to proceed with the project. Mr.Murray stated that the City would need to select a location for the monument,and that not all of the bronze will have to be sold in order to begin the monument. Councilwoman Gardner asked when the monument will be built. Mr.Murray replied that when $40,000 is raised,i t can be started. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT BE GIVEN TO THE PROJECT TO FUND A CITY MONUMENT. Councilwoman Perkins,Councilman Connolly,and Vice Mayor Bluntschly seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 15 VOTE:The motion carried. The motion carried. Mr.Larry Bund addressed the Council stating that he lives in Tempe,asked to purchase the first bronze for $3,900.00 as a donation to the monument. ENTRY MONUMENTS ON U.S.HIGHWAY 60 ) )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that the City Manager has been discussing this item with the Historical Society. Mr.Larry Hendrick,10609 Quarterline Road,Apache Junction,stated that Mr.Kollenborn was to address this item but he was called away,and requested that this item be postponed until the next regular meeting. Vice Mayor Bluntschly MOVED THAT THIS ITEM BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE NEXT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 4, 1988. Councilman Connolly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.88-30,RENTAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM APPLICATION ) )Assistant Planner Julie Reid explained that this resolution is required for 1988 Rental Rehabilitation funding,and that this is the first year after five years of working on this, that Apache Junction has been able to apply,and stated that this includes the tenant assistance policy. Councilwoman Gardner asked what would be done to rentals to make them better. Ms Reid stated that rental rehabilitation requires a 50/50 match by the property owner,determined by the number of bedrooms in the unit,there is a maximum amount of dollars that can be invested in the property,and these improvements must meet Housing Quality Standards. Councilwoman Gardner asked i f this could include a fence around the area. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 16 Ms Reid answered no,that there may other programs to assist in those areas. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.88-30,AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR FY 1988 STATE OF ARIZONA RENTAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM (RRP)FUNDS,CERTIFYING THAT THE APPLICATION MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA RRP,CERTIFYING THAT THE PROGRAM REQUIRES A REDUCTION TO A 70%LOWER INCOME BENEFIT STANDARD,AND ADOPTING A WRITTEN TENANT ASSISTANCE POLICY (TAP),BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Perkins seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM AND TREATMENT FACILITY (AUTHORIZATION TO PREPARE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman stated that with the bond election in the past,considering the acquisition of the water companies and instituting a sewage treatment system,Council was urged to reconsider the issue of public sewer,and requested direction from the Council to proceed with finalizing the request for proposal process. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly further explained that this is not authorization to go ahead with the sewer project,i t is simply to give the City Manager authorization to prepare the initial steps, which would be a request for proposal,and which would come back to the Council for approval in its final form. Councilman Connolly MOVED THAT DIRECTION BE GIVEN THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE AND PREPARE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR A PRIVATIZED WASTEWATER SYSTEM AND TREATMENT FACILITY,TO BE BROUGHT BACK TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR REVIEW. Vice Mayor Bluntschly seconded the motion. Councilwoman Perkins stated that she would vote in favor of this at this time,but is against privatization of the sewage system as the City does not need another Sierra Entrada,which is what this may end up as. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 17 SELECTION OF MEETING DATES,TIMES,LOCATIONS AND PURPOSES: EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,OCTOBER 3,1988 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION,OCTOBER 4,1988 Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.,ON OCTOBER 3,1988,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,ON OCTOBER 4,1988,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Vice Mayor Bluntschly seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Mr.Dennis Parker,Parson Corporation,of Southern California,stated that the company provides wastewater systems to Chandler,Gilbert,Sedona,and stated that there is no reason a community cannot own and control the systems,and that if this proposal is advertised Parsons will definitely respond. Mr.Larry Bund,7776 S.Pointe Parkway West,Phoenix,stated that the issue of sewage treatment plant is overdue considering the growth in Apache Junction, and that septic tanks are only a temporary solution,and in order to go forth with the motel project proposed at the Grandview Motel,this system is necessary. Councilwoman Perkins stated that next week,the Arizona Action Team is going to put in sod at the project. ADJOURNMENT ) )There being no further business, Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting at 10:24 p.m. *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of September 6,1988 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 18 *3.Authorization to Waive Bid Requirements for Purchase of Copy Machine under 1988-89 Arizona State Contract *4.Request for Use of City Facility for Political Purposes ACCEPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER ,1988,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER ,1988. A ',4Aw —57/6 / NORMAN S.HILL Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 20,1988 PAGE 19