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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-04-01 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING APRIL 1,1986 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on April 1,1986,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 7:07 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilman Eidson,Councilman Jimenez,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl, Mayor Hill City Manager Michael J.McNulty City Clerk Kathleen Connelly Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark City Attorney David Alexander Superintendent of Community Services Jeff Bell Controller Keith Lewis Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Ms Violet A.Thexton 1027 N.Meridian Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Mr.Joe Carpenter 749 1/2 S.Meridian Apache Junction,AZ 85220 Ms Sandi Smith Mrs.Joy McNulty ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA )Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 AND 2 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Hill recognized former mayor Wendell Clarke,and State Representative Roy Hudson. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Vice Mayor Bakkedahl presented Certificates to employees for five years of service. Councilwoman Gardner read a proclamation for St.Jude's Children's Research Hospital Day. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Michael J.McNulty brought i t to the attention of the Council that at the Police Olympics Lieutenant Dan Scott won a silver medal for racketball,and Office Troy Mullender won the gold medal i n wrestling. Mr.McNulty further showed a video tape on the progress of the Library. CALL TO THE PUBLIC None. PUBLIC HEARINGS PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.488, PZ-5-86,THEXTON )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer briefed the Council on the request for rezoning from General Rural to Single Family Residence zone CR-2 (MH)of a 1 1/4 acre parcel,located on the northeast corner of North Meridian and West Greasewood Street,and stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the rezoning. Ms Violet A.Thexton,1027 N. Meridian,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. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.488,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.488,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-5-86 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO CR-2 (MH) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.448,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 2 OF 9 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. APPLICATION FOR PERSON TRANSFER OF SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE, BJ'S LOUNGE )Mayor Hill opened the hearing to the public. Mr.Joe Carpenter,749 1/2 S. Meridian,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. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A PERSON TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY MR.JOE WAYNE CARPENTER FOR BJ'S LOUNGE,BE RECOMMENDED FOR DENIAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL.THE REASONS FOR DENIAL BEING THE REPORT FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PERTAINING TO EXIT PROBLEMS,AND THE TRAFFIC PROBLEMS AT THE LOCATION. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. Councilman Jimenez stated that the follow up report from the Apache Junction Fire Department informs that the exit violations have been corrected and that the Fire Prevention Board Bureau will continue to coordinate with the applicant until all violations to the Fire Code have been corrected. City Manager McNulty briefed the Council on the background of the business,stating that the previous owners had begun remodeling without permits from the City and because of the extensive nature of the work completed,required the employment of an architect.Mr.McNulty further stated that the Building Department has been coordinating with the architect,and because of the change i n ownership,the Fire Department has become involved and are satisfied with the improvements. Councilwoman Taylor stated that all of the violations have not been corrected and should this application be approved by Council,would the owner be able to discontinue correcting those. Mr.McNulty replied that the remodeling will have to be completed according to what the architect determines,and that the new owner was not aware of many of the violations prior to purchase. Councilman Eidson further expressed objection to the location of the actual business at such a busy intersection,stating that i t i s hazardous. Councilman Jimenez stated that the outcome of the Liquor License will not affect the location of the existing business,and will not increase or decrease the traffic at that intersection. Mr.McNulty added that the design of the intersection,when reconstructed by Maricopa County,should alleviate the majority of the parking problems. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 3 OF 9 Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel recommended that the application be approved, as Mr. Carpenter has improved the business. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Baljo, Councilman Eidson Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner, Councilman Jimenez, Councilwoman Taylor, Vice Mayor Bakkedahl, Mayor Hill The motion failed. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A PERSON TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE, SUBMITTED BY MR. JOE WAYNE CARPENTER FOR BJ'S LOUNGE, BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner, Councilwoman Taylor, Councilman Jimenez, Vice Mayor Bakkedahl, Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Baljo, Councilman Eidson The motion carried. OLD BUSINESS STREET LIGHT INSTALLATIONS )Director of Public Works Rich Broman briefed the Council on locations of the proposed street lights. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN TO THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS THROUGH THE CITY MANAGER TO ORDER THE INSTALLATION OF APPROXIMATELY 23 STREET LIGHTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. RECONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 486, ADULT BUSINESSES )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO. 486 BE RECONSIDERED ON OR BEFORE THE NEXT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo stated that the purpose of reconsidering this ordinance is not to dilute it, but to have an ordinance that is meaningful. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1, 1986 PAGE 4 OF 9 NEW BUSINESS PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.86-09,APACHE JUNCTION FLOOD RETARDING STRUCTURE ) )Mr.Broman explained a resolution was previously passed by the City Council,requesting the Advisory Board of the Flood Control District of Maricopa County to consider modifications to the Apache Junction Flood Retarding Structure to accommodate roadway expansion and future transportation needs,which they did not approve. Mr.Broman further explained that this proposed resolution i s to request the Board of Directors to reconsider that action. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.86-09,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,REQUESTING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT OF MARICOPA COUNTY TO CONSIDER APPROPRIATE MODIFICATIONS TO THE 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. ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CITY HALL COMPLEX PARK ) )Superintendent of Community Services Jeff Bell stated that Coe &Van Loo,Inc.of Phoenix was selected over three consulting firms to prepare a master plan of the City Hall Complex Park,and following input by Parks and Recreation Commission,Library and Senior Center,i t i s recommended that this proposal be accepted.Mr.Bell stated that the next step required to continue with this project i s the preparation of a complete set of working drawings. Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE CITY HALL COMPLEX PARK SUBMITTED BY CUE &VAN LOU,INC.,BE ACCEPTED IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,767.00. motion. these funds have been budgeted. were budgeted for this purpose. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the Councilman Baljo wished to know i f Mr.McNulty replied that these funds ARCHAELOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS ) )Mr.McNulty requested that action be delayed on this item for at least 30 days,to allow further review of the bids submitted. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE AWARD OF BIDS FOR ARCHAELOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 6,1986. Councilman Eidson seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 5 OF 9 VOTE:I n Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilman Baljo,Councilman Jimenez,Councilman Eidson, Mayor Hill Abstained:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl The motion carried. II I AWARD OF BID FOR LIBRARY FURNITURE AND SHELVING ) )Director of Library Pam Loui stated that a list of recommendations for the different items was submitted to the Council,and requested approval of those recommendations. I I Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT THE BID FOR THE LIBRARY FURNITURE AND SHELVING BE AWARDED TO THE VARIOUS FIRMS AS DESIGNATED IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,549.46. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo asked i f this amount was budgeted,and wished to be assured that the funds will not be taken out of streets. Mr.McNulty stated that these funds were budgeted for this purpose. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. RESIGNATION FROM AND APPOINTMENT TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD ) )Mr.Bell explained that Steve Arnoldussen wished to resign from the Youth Advisory Board,and that the School District has recommended the appointment of Max Ragsdale to f i l l that vacancy. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE RESIGNATION OF STEVE ARNOLDUSSEN FROM THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD BE ACCEPTED WITH REGRET; AND THAT MAX RAGSDALE BE APPOINTED TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD. Councilman Jimenez seconded the motion. Councilwoman Taylor requested that a Certificate of Recognition be given to the youth that resign from this Board. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. APPOINTMENT TO TRANSPORTATION BOARD ) )Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT THE FOLLOWING PERSONS BE APPOINTED TO THE TRANSPORTATION BOARD:STATE REPRESENTATIVE ROY HUDSON AND DR.WILLIAM WRIGHT. motion. Councilman Eidson seconded the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 6 OF 9 Councilwoman Taylor asked i f Dr.Wright can serve on both the Industrial Development Authority and this Board. City Attorney David Alexander explained that the Industrial Development Authority i s a separate corporate entity,with the Council appointing members,but has its own legal counsel and bylaws and operate independent from the City,so i t would not constitute a conflict of interest. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. AWARD OF BID FOR SOLAR MODULE FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT )Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel explained that this solar module i s part of the equipment for the repeaters to be placed on Silly Mountain,and recommended that the bid be awarded to Motorola i n the amount of $13,089.99. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE BID FOR THE SOLAR MODULES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BE AWARDED TO MOTOROLA IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,089.99. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo wished reassurance that these funds would not be taken out of monies to be used for streets. Mr.McNulty stated that the funds were budgeted for communications. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ACTION ON LATTER DAY SAINTS RECREATIONAL FACILITIES )Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that the City cannot have too many recreational facilities and expressed approval to this facility. Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT NO FURTHER ACTION BE TAKEN ON THE LATTER DAY SAINTS CHURCH RECREATION FACILITY LEASE PROPOSAL. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo stated that this should be postponed until the election on the additional sales tax,as i t involves a lot of money. Councilman Jimenez expressed the feeling that the proposed location for this facility i s not appropriate,and added the there was no conflict of interest because of church and state. Councilwoman Taylor stated that several calls were received on this issue and none were i n favor. Councilman Eidson objected due to the church -state factor,feeling that there would be a conflict of interest,. VOTE:I n Favor:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilwoman Gardner, Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilman Jimenez REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 7 OF 9 Opposed:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill The motion carried. APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARD OF HEALTH) )City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that State law requires the appointment of two members of the governing body to the City Board of Health by the Mayor,at the first meeting i n April of each year,and stated that Mayor Hill and Councilwoman Gardner are presently the Council representatives. Councilman Jimenez MOVED THAT MAYOR HILL AND COUNCILWOMAN GARDNER BE APPOINTED TO THE CITY BOARD OF HEALTH. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REQUEST FOR EXTENSION TO CLEAN PROPERTY )Ms Connelly stated that this i s a request from Holly and •Ron Atkinson,recent owners of the property,to bring the property into compliance with Article 9-2 of the City Code,and recommended an extension of 45 days be granted. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE REQUEST FROM HOLLY AND RON ATKINSON FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO CLEAN PROPERTY BE GRANTED FOR 45 DAY S TO END MAY 15,1986. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, APRIL 14,1986 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, APRIL 15,1986 )Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.ON APRIL 14,1986,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,ON APRIL 15,1986,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Manager Michael McNulty announced that Chamber of Commerce representative Sandi Smith would like to make a presentation to the Council. Ms Sandi Smith introduced Mrs.Joy McNulty,the designer of pins representing the Apache Junction,and made a presentation explaining the meaning of the pins. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 8 OF 9 INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) None. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL None. ADJOURNMENT )Mayor Hill MOVED THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 8:15 P.M. Councilman Eidson seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Acceptance of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of March 18,1986 ACCEPTED THIS 15TH DAY OF APRIL ,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 APRIL 1,1986 PAGE 9 OF 9