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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-01-07 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 7,1986 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on January 7,1986,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 Councilman Eidson gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Bakkedahl led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilman Eidson,Councilman Baljo,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl, Mayor Hill City Manager Michael J.McNulty City Clerk Kathleen Connelly Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark City Attorney David Alexander Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Director of Public Works Rich Broman Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Superintendent of Community Services Jeff Bell Ms Betty Ferris 1261 S.Main Drive Apache Junction,AZ Ms Kaye Gould 1305 S.Palo Verde Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Oakley J.Ray 236 W.9th Place Mesa,AZ Mr.H.L.Smith 1149 S.Lawther Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Gil Verley 620 S.Palo Verde Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Victor Webster 1223 S.Grand Drive Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Glen Pratt 2555 W.Madero Mesa,AZ Ms Betty Pack 2100 E.Roundup Apache Junction,AZ Ms Sandra Smith,President Chamber of Commerce 3575 N.Prospector Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Wendell Clarke 2385 S.Cactus Apache Junction,AZ Mr.Larry White 11450 E.Elton Mesa,AZ ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 AND 2 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED AFTER MOVING ITEM NO.12 BEFORE PUBLIC HEARINGS. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Hill welcomed all that were present. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Michael J.McNulty showed a video tape with the update on Library/Senior Center progress,and added that the Prospector Park i s essentially completed. CALL TO THE PUBLIC None. AGE SPECIFIC ZONING,PZ-83-85, APACHE VILLA SUBDIVISION )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer explained that this i s a Council initiative to apply the Age Specific Overlay Zoning District to the Apache Villa Subdivision,Units 1,2,3,4, and 5,and outlined the major considerations.Mr.Newcomer further stated that should this request for initiative be approved by the Council,i t will require a public hearing by the Planning and Zoning Commission and a public hearing by the City Council. Ms Betty Ferris,1261 S.Main Drive, Apache Junction,addressed the Council i n favor of the request for Age Specific Zoning i n Apache Villa. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 2 OF 13 Ms Kaye Gould,1305 S.Palo Verde, Apache Junction,spoke in favor of the initiative. Mr.Oakley J.Ray,236 W.9th Place, Mesa,Arizona,explained that as the original owner of this subdivision,he was not allowed to place age restrictions on Unit 1,but was allowed to do so beginning with Unit 2.Mr.Ray further stated that caution was taken with selling to persons over 45 and that i t was the desire of the residents to have age restrictions on the subdivision. Mr.H.L.Smith,1149 S.Lawther Drive,Apache Junction,stated that the age restriction is in the deed and expressed approval of an age specific overlay on this subdivision. Mr.Gil Verley,620 S.Palo Verde, Apache Junction,addressed the Council in opposition to the age restrictions,as a property owner in Apache Villa. Mr.Victor Webster,1223 S.Grand Drive,Apache Junction,requested approval of this age specific overlay zone for Apache Villa Subdivision. Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL INITIATE AN AMENDMENT TO THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO ESTABLISH THE AGE SPECIFIC (AS) OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT ON THE AREA KNOWN AS APACHE VILLA SUBDIVISION, APACHE VILL UNIT 1 SUBDIVISION,APACHE VILLA UNIT 2 SUBDIVISION,APACHE VILLA UNIT 3 SUBDIVISION,APACHE VILLA UNIT 4 SUBDIVISION,AND APACHE VILLA UNIT 5 SUBDIVISION; AND THAT THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SHALL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THIS PROPOSED AMENDMENT AND THAT MAILED NOTICES TO PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN THE AREA OF THE PROPOSED CHANGE OR WITHIN 300 FEET SHALL NOT BE REQUIRED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo requested the legal definition of "grandfather rights"and how that would apply to this situation. City Attorney David Alexander explained that i f there are at present any usages in the subdivision by individuals under 45,that will continue,and that this clause goes with the property not the owner,so until there is a cessation of possibly one year, the "grandfather clause"would apply. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Councilman Baljo explained the procedure for amending the zoning for age specifics. Mayor Hill recessed the meeting. Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting 7:35 p.m. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 3 OF 13 AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Hill presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Officer Terry Ballard and to the Fire Department personnel for their dedication and contributions to the City of Apache Junction as Emergency Medical Technicians. PUBLIC HEARINGS PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.407,PZ-41-85, WIRTH (Postponed Item) )Mr.Newcomer stated that the applicant has requested further postponement of the rezoning application. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.407,PZ-41-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21,1986. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion crried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.462,PZ-65-85, PRATT AND ANDERSON (Postponed Item)) )Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on the request for rezoning from GR General Rural to Trailer Homesite by Planned Development of two combined parcels of 10 acres,located on the west side of North Valley Drive between West Foothill and West Tepee Street. Mr.Newcomer further stated that a letter has been received for property owners to the north expressing their wish to rescind their signatures from the protest petitions. City Attorney Alexander stated that under State Statutes,Section 13.0108,removal of signatures from protest petitions must be done by Friday of the preceding week,and suggested that the applicants request a continuance for the next meeting,as the signatures would still be valid at this time. Mr.Newcomer informed the applicants that with the signatures,i t would be necessary for the ordinance to be approved by a three-quarter vote of the Council,and that staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission both recommend approval of the rezoning with stipulations. Mr.Glen Pratt,2555 W.Madero, Mesa,applicant for the rezoning,requested postponement of the application. Councilman Eidson asked i f Mr.Anderson was connected with the proposed development. Mr.Pratt replied that Mr.Anderson i s the mortgage holder,but will not be involved with the park. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.462,PZ-67-85,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21,1986. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 4 OF 13 PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.463, PZ-68-85,PERMIT EXPIRATION )Mr.Newcomer stated that this i s a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance,which would provide for use permits to be valid for a period of 180 days and for sign permits to be valid for 180 days,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak i n favor of or i n opposition to the item.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.463,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly,read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.463,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING SECTION 7.0104 AND SECTION 21.40(b);REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.463,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.464, PZ-72-85,SPARKS )Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on the request for rezoning of a 29,359 square foot parcel,from GR General Rural to CR-3 MH Single Family Residence Zone,located approximately 100 feet south of East Scenic Street between North Cactus Road and North Tomahawk Road,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends rezoning to CR-2 MH rather than CR-3 MH. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak i n favor of or i n opposition to the rezoning.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.464,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. motion. VOTE:Unanimous REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 5 OF 13 Councilman Baljo seconded the The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.464,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-72-085 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO CR-3 (MH) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.464,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS: THAT THE ZONING CHANGE BE TO CR-2 INSTEAD OF CR-3. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner wished clarification on the difference between CR-2 and CR-3. Mr.Newcomer explained that CR-3 districts permit lots to a minimum size of 7,000 square feet i f the property is developed with subdivision or offsite improvements,and CR-2 must have 11,000 square foot minimum whether or not there are offsite improvements. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.465, PZ-73-85,SUN STATE SAVINGS )Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on the request for rezoning of a 2.8 acre parcel from CB-1/PD Local Commercial by Planned Development to C-3 General Commercial,located on the southeast corner of intersection of South Ironwood Drive and West Broadway Avenue,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend rezoning to C-2 Local Commercial rather than C-3 zoning. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public: Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.465,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.465,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 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 6 OF 13 CLASSIFICATION IN REZONING CASE PZ-73-85 FROM CB-1/PD LOCAL COMMERCIAL BY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT TO C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.465,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT: THAT THE ZONING BE CHANGED TO C-2 INSTEAD OF C-3. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Jimenez opposed the rezoning due to the proximity to the elementary school. Councilman Baljo discussed the General Plan and the purpose of that Plan. Councilwoman Gardner and Vice Mayor Bakkedahl expressed concern that liquor could be sold with this new zoning. Councilman Jimenez also objected to the types of businesses that can be placed on the parcel with the change in zoning. Mr.McNulty stated that funds were budgeted for signalization of Meridian and Broadway,and the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Ironwood Drive was second in line for signalization, however,staff has been looking into changing that priority as this is a very busy intersection. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson, Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Gardner The motion carried. Mayor Hill recessed the meeting. Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting at 8:43 p.m. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.466, PZ-74-85,POSTHUMA )Mr.Newcomer explained that this is a request for rezoning of a 1 1/4 acre parcel from GR General Rural to CR-2 MH Single Family Residence,located on the southwest corner of the inter- section of West Shiprock Street and North Valley Drive,and stated that staff recommends approval with stipulations and that the Planning and Zoning Commission also recommends approval with stipulations. Ms Myrna Posthuma,1350 N. Valley,Apache Junction,explained that they wished to divide and deed to their children with the intent of placing mobile homes on the property. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the application.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.466,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 7 OF 13 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.466,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-74-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO CR-2 (MH) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.466,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.467, PZ-76-85,WEAVER )Mr.Newcomer briefed the Council on the request for rezoning of a 2 1/2 acre parcel from GR General Rural to CR-2 MH Single Family Residence,located on the southwest corner of the intersection of North Saguaro and West Windsong Street,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval with stipulations. Ms Betty Pack,2100 E.Roundup, Apache Junction,requested approval of the application. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak i n favor of or i n opposition to the application.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.467,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.467,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-75-85 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO CR-2 (MH) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.467,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. motion. Councilman Eidson seconded the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 8 OF 13 Councilwoman Taylor informed the Council that a letter was received from the Bellucci's stating that there i s no reason to oppose this rezoning,as i t does comply with the General Plan. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.468, ONE-HALF CENT SALES TAX ) )City Manager McNulty explained that this ordinance amends the Apache Junction City Code to increase the present city sales tax from one cent to one and one-half cent,and because an item placed before the voters of Pinal County that would have enacted this identical asset on a County wide basis failed,i t did pass with a sub- stantial margin in Apache Junction,and by enacting this in the City i t would improve the street conditions at a much faster rate.Mr.McNulty stated that this contains a "self-destruct"clause should the County again successfully attempt to enact this sales tax. Ms Sandra Smith,President of the Chamber of Commerce,3575 N.Prospector,Apache Junction,stated that the Chamber of Commerce endorses this ordinance. Mr.Wendell Clarke,2385 S.Cactus, Apache Junction,commended the Mayor on this stand and addressed the Council in favor of the ordinance. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the item.There being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.468,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.468,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING SECTION 8-3-3(A)OF THE CITY CODE OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ADDING SECTION 8-3-10 OF THE CITY CODE OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.468,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT: THAT SECTION 8-3-10 READ "SUNSET AND TAX USE PROVISIONS". Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Jimenez stated that although he is in favor of this additional tax,i t should be put before the voters of Apache Junction. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 9 OF 13 Mr.McNulty explained that the City Council cannot put an item on the ballot,but following enactment of this ordinance,a voter has 30 days to submit petitions for a referendum to repeal the ordinance. Mayor Hill stated that this sales tax would be beneficial to improving the streets. Councilwoman Taylor added that responses from citizens have been favorable. Councilman Baljo stated that the Apache Junction voters expressed their wishes i n the Pinal County election, and this sales tax i s necessary for street improvements. VOTE:I n Favor:Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Jimenez The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS APPOINTMENTS TO HUD STANDARDS COMMITTEE )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that the Council designated a citizen's committee to study the possibility of adopting HUD standards for pre -1976 mobile homes,and have appointed one member to this committee and pointed out that the deadline for the committee to complete their report i s February 14,1986. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE FOLLOWING PERSONS BE APPOINTED TO THE HUD STANDARDS FOR MOBILE HOMES COMMITTEE:PARK RESIDENTS -ELDEN COX,HOWARD BENNETT,CHARLES CALDWELL,ELLA HALL INSTALLERS -RICHARD BUETTNER,GEORGE SPROUL AND THAT THE DEADLINE BE EXTENDED TO MARCH 15,1986. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner stated that this deadline should not be extended. Councilwoman Taylor stated that park owners/managers have declined due to the possibility of a conflict of interest. VOTE:I n Favor:Councilman Jimenez,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo, Councilman Eidson,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 10 OF 13 NEW BUSINESS PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-55, FLOOD CONTROL STRUCTURE )Director of Public Works Rich Broman outlined reasons for the necessity of this flood control structure and further stated that this matter will be placed on the Flood Control District's Advisory Boards agenda for January 22,1986 for discussion. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.85-55,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,REQUESTING THE ADVISORY BOARD OF THE FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT OF MARICOPA COUNTY TO CONSIDER APPROPRIATE MODIFICATIONS TO TEH APACHE JUNCTION FLOOD RETARDING STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO ACCOMMODATE EXPANSION OF THE INITIAL ROADWAY CONSTRUCTION FOR FUTURE TRAFFIC NEEDS,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.85-54, AB -85-17,WHITE AND MEYER )Mr.Broman explained that this is a request for abandonment of a portion of Navajo Drive,east of Cactus Street to the west berm of Weekes Wash floodway,and stated that the Development Coordinating Committee has no objections to the abandonment. Mr.Larry White,11450 E.Elton, Mesa,requested approval of the abandonment. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.85-54,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING THAT A CERTAIN DEDICATED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY PURPOSES DESCRIBED AS NAVAJO AVENUE,EAST OF CACTUS ROAD TO THE EAST BOUNDARY OF PALM SPRINGS UNIT TWO SUBDIVISION,IN STREET ABANDONMENT CASE NO.AB -85-17,IS NO LONGER NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC USE AS A ROADWAY AND IS HEREBY ABANDONED AND EXTINGUISHED AS PRESENT OR FUTURE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. RELOCATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICES )Mr.McNulty stated that the Economic Development Specialist is in need of a secretary,and due to the fact that there is not room in the Chamber of Commerce Building for the additional staff,i t is requested that Council authorize the change of location and funds necessary to relocate to the Grand Center.Mr.McNulty also explained that following a survey,i t was apparent that the Grand Center is the lowest in cost. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE GIVEN AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH THE RELOCATION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE TO THE GRAND CENTER. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 11 OF 13 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ADDITIONAL POSITIONS IN THE BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS AND THE RECORDS SECTION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY ) )Mr.McNulty stated that the Building Division will be able to provide a higher level of service to the community with an additional Building Inspector,and also that due to an increase i n records i n the Police Department,i t i s necessary for additional staff to process these records. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE POSITION OF AN ADDITIONAL PLANS EXAMINER/BULIDING INSPECTOR BE CREATED; AND THAT THE RECORDS CLERK IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BE MADE A FULL TIME TEMPORARY POSITION WITH A WRITTEN REVIEW AT THE TIME OF BUDGET. Councilwoman Gardner explained that this position would be temporary until the time of the next budget to allow the Council the opportunity to review the position. Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel further listed the rates of increase since 1982. Mr.McNulty stated that the Council would be able to change the position should they desire for the next budget, regardless of whether the position i s temporary or permanent. Councilman Eidson commented that this change i n the Police Department i s justified. Councilwoman Gardner withdrew the motion. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE POSITION OF AN ADDITIONAL PLANS EXAMINER/BUILDING INSPECTOR BE CREATED; AND THAT THE RECORDS CLERK IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BE MADE A FULL TIME POSITION. Councilman Eidson seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, JANUARY 20,1986 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, JANUARY 21,1986 )Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.,ON JANUARY 20,1986,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD ON JANUARY 21, 1986,AT 6:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 12 OF 13 The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Taylor reported on a seminar on Bingo Licenses. Councilman Baljo informed the Council of the Red Carpet event to be sponsored by the Economic Development Department. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL Mayor Hill requested that the press be notified of the additional sales tax. ADJOURNMENT )There being no further business, Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting at 9:49 p.m. *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of December 17;1985 ACCEPTED THIS 21ST DAY OF JANUARY y 1986,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. Norman S.Hill Mayor ATTEST: Kathleen Connelly City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 7,1986 PAGE 13 OF 13