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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-11-04 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 4,1986 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on November 4,1986,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 Apache Junction Boy Scout Troupe led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilman Eidson Councilman Baljo Councilwoman Gardner Councilwoman Taylor Vice Mayor Bakkedahl Mayor Hill Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark City Attorney David Alexander Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Controller Keith Lewis Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Zoning Administrator,Building Official Charles Coleman Mr.Gil Verley 620 E.Palo Verde Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.John Granillo,Jr. 820 E.Junction Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Joe Morvak 509 E.Roosevelt Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Nancy Turner 1026 N.Goldfied Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Howard Loshe 2282 N.Peralta Way Apache Junction,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 1 I I Mrs.Brown 1815 N.Geronimo Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Dee Reader 5775 E.20th Avenue Apache Junction,Arizona ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA ) )Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1,2,3,4,AND 5 BE ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous (Vice Mayor Bakkedahl abstained on Item Nos.2 &3,as was not present at those meetings) The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests Mayor Hill introduced the visiting Boy Scouts. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Director of Public Works Rich Broman gave an update on the construction on Highway 88 and 60. Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly announced that Chief of Police Bill McDaniel was elected President of the Arizona Chief of Police Association,for the year. CALL TO THE PUBLIC None. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPLICATION FOR PERSON AND LOCATION TRANSFER OF SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE, DIRTWATER SPRINGS,INC.) )Ms Barbara Moss,owner of Dirtwater Springs,explained that this is a person and location transfer of a Series 6 Liquor License,which will allow the business to sell all liquors rather than the current beer and wine. 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. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE APPLICATION FOR A PERSON AND LOCATION TRANSFER OF A SERIES 6 LIQUOR LICENSE, SUBMITTED BY MS BARBARA MOSS,AGENT FOR DIRTWATER SPRINGS,INC.,BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 2 I I I Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.503,ENGINEERING INSPECTION FEES/INSURANCE (Postponed)) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman explained that this previously adopted ordinance for Engineering Inspection Fees/Insurance,has been amended with a change in the insurance requirement. 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. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.503,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. follows: Councilman Baljo seconded the City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as ORDINANCE NO.503,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ENGINEERING INSPECTION AND PLAN REVIEW FEE SCHEDULE; LIABILITY INSURANCE;AND CONSTRUCTION ASSURANCES FOR PERMITS TO PERFORM WORK IN DEDICATED RIGHT OF WAY AND EASEMENT AREAS AS OUTLINED IN THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION DEVELOPMENT GUIDE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.503,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.536,PZ-37-86 DAV SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN CHAPTER 30 (Postponed Item)) )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer requested further postponement of this rezoning application,as the applicant was unable to attend this meeting. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.536,PZ-37-86,BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE NEXT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 18,1986. motion. VOTE:Unanimous Councilwoman Gardner seconded the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 3 The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.546,TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (With Emergency Clause)) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman explained that with street construction,additional traffic control devices are necessary on Tomahawk,Tepee and Foothill Streets. 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 Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.546,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY WITH THE EMERGENCY CLAUSE,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: ORDINANCE NO.546,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ESTABLISHING LOCATION FOR STOP SIGNS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA; REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.546,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.547,COUNCIL VACANCIES (With the Emergency Clause) )Vice Mayor Bakkedahl explained that the purpose of this ordinance is for any long-term council vacancies,that the question of filling the vacancy be placed on any regular or special election ballot.Vice Mayor Bakkedahl also requested that the words "special election" be removed from the ordinance. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the ordinance. Mr.Gil Verley,620 E.Palo Verde, Apache Junction,wished to know i f this was previously discussed in an open meeting. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that i t was not. Mr.John Granillo,Jr.,820 E. Junction,Apache Junction,asked i f the Council would choose to have a vacancy for a long period of time,waiting for the regular election. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl replied that the Council could appoint someone to serve until the next regular election,i f the term was for more than two years. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 4 Mr.Verley asked i f the person appointed to the vacancy would have to resign to run for Council in the next election. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly replied that no,that person would not have to resign. There being no one else wishing to speak,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.547,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY WITH THE EMERGENCY CLAUSE,AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Eidson, Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Baljo The motion failed. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read the entire ordinance: ORDINANCE NO.547,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 2 MAYOR AND COUNCIL,ARTICLE 2 COUNCIL, SECTION 2-1-4 VACANCIES IN COUNCIL;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA,AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I IN GENERAL That the Apache Junction City Code,Chapter 2 MAYOR AND COUNCIL,Article 2 COUNCIL,Section 2-1-4 Vacancies in Council,be amended to read as follows: Section 2-1-4 Vacancies in Council The council shall fill by appointment for an unexpired term of two years or less any vacancy that may occur for whatever reason.An unexpired term of more than two years shall be filled by placing the vacancy on the ballot at a regular or special election at which time the seat shall be filled by the vote of the qualified electors.Such election shall be held in compliance with election laws of the state and the city in as practicable a manner as possible. I such a vacancy shall be placed on a regular election ballot,any individual seeking election to the vacancy shall declare their candidacy for such vacancy and shall not be eligible to seek any other elective council seat which may appear on the ballot. SECTION I I REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance or any part of the code aodpted herein by reference are hereby repealed. SECTION III PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY I f any section,subsection,sentence,clause,phrase or portion of this ordinance or any part of the code adopted herein by reference is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction,such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 5 SECTION IV DECLARING AN EMERGENCY I t being necessary for the preservation of the peace,health and safety of the City of Apache Junction,Arizona,that this ordinance becomes effective immediately,an emergency is hereby declared to exist and this ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,THIS DAY OF ,1986. SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS DAY OF ,1986. ATTEST: NORMAN S.HILL Mayor KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: DAVID F.ALEXANDER City Attorney Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.547,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT: REMOVING THE WORDS "OR SPECIAL"FROM SECTION 2-1-4,VACANCIES IN COUNCIL,FIRST PARAGRAPH. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. City Attorney David Alexander stated that the Council may wish to consider an additional amendment to the ordinance such as,until such time that an election may be held to fill an unexpired term of more than two years,the Council shall fill by temporary appointment an individual to fill such Council vacancy. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl amended the motion:THAT IF THE TERM IS MORE THAN TWO YEARS,AND PRIOR TO A REGULAR ELECTION,THAT THE COUNCIL MAY APPOINT AN INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THAT VACANCY. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Eidson stated that this is not an appropriate time for this ordinance,but should be considered in the future. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl informed the public that for the record,this item was discussed,but under the Open Meeting Law i t can not be divulged what was discussed. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 6 VOTE (on the amendment): In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo The motion failed. VOTE (on the original motion): Opposed:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson, Councilwoman Gardner,Mayor Hill Abstained:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl The motion failed. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, 17TH AND 18TH AVENUES )Director of Public Works Rich Broman explained that Councilman Eidson had requested an initiative to create a Water Improvement District,which requires Council approval to begin the formal process. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT A COUNCIL INITIATIVE TO CREATE A WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR THE EXTENSION OF WATER MAINS AND INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS IN THE AREAS OF 17TH AND 18TH AVENUE BETWEEN TOMAHAWK AND MARIPOSA ROADS,BE APPROVED. AND THAT THE AREAS IN THE VICINITY OF KACHINA DRIVE,BETWEEN ROYAL PALM BOULEVARD AND MARIPOSA BOULEVARD BE INCLUDED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS AND A PROPORTIONATE SHARE OF OTHER DISTRICT EXPENSES. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo stated that he is always in support of new Improvement Districts,as they improve the City. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl asked i f the water company will own the facility improvements once installed. City Attorney David Alexander stated that this is the position the water company is taking,and that giving a private entity property may cause difficulties in the future,and a method to avoid this problem is being looked into. Councilwoman Gardner pointed out that this improvement,and any improvements,will cost the City more when acquiring the water companies. Councilwoman Taylor stated that this cannot be avoided,and that the residents are paying for the water lines. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 7 REQUEST FOR FUNDING FOR RECALL ELECTION ) )Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly explained that there was no provision made in the adopted budget for this year,for the expense of a recall election,and requested authorization from the Council to take the expense of the election, approximately $6,000,from the Contingency Fund. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN FOR THE USE OF CITY CONTINGENCY FUNDS UP TO THE AMOUNT OF $6,000 TO PAY FOR THE COST OF THE RECALL ELECTION. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. SALARY FOR ACTING CITY MANAGER ) )Mayor Hill explained that based upon past Council policy of paying the Acting City Manager additional wages for taking on the responsibilities of the manager's job,and recommended that Kathy Connelly be paid an additional $500 per month for the time she has already served as Acting City Manager and continuing until the time that a new city manager comes on board. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ) )Ms Connelly explained that Janice Palson has resigned from the Parks and Recreation Commission,and there are no Talent Bank applications on file at this time. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT THE RESIGNATION OF JANICE PALSON FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION BE ACCEPTED WITH REGRET,AND THAT SHE RECEIVE THE APPROPRIATE CERTIFICATE FOR HER SERVICE TO THE CITY. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilwoman Taylor pointed out that Janice Palson has served on the Commission for five years,which is greatly appreciated. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. APPOINTMENT TO PERSONNEL REVIEW BOARD ) )Ms Connelly explained that there currently is a vacancy on the Personnel Board,as Wanda Goncalo has moved out of the City limits,and there are four Talent Bank applications for the vacancy. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT MR.GIL VERLEY BE APPOINTED TO THE PERSONNEL REVIEW BOARD,SAID TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 30, 1987. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 8 Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Taylor, Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl The motion carried. REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION TO CLEAN PROPERTY,HALL ) )Ms Connelly stated that Mr.Dennis Hall has requested an additional 30 days to bring his property into compliance with Article 9-2 of the City Code. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO BRING PROPERTY INTO COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE 9-2 OF THE CITY CODE,SUBMITTED BY MR.DENNIS HALL,BE GRANTED FOR 30 DAYS,FROM THE DATE OF RECEIVING OFFICIAL NOTICE. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED UNDER STATE AND LOCAL JURISDICTION PERTAINING TO ALLEGED CIRCUMVENTION OF SUBDIVISION AND AGE SPECIFIC ZONING ) )City Attorney David Alexander explained that there are two problems which have been brought to the attention of the staff,a request that action be taken on the age specific zoning matter in Apache Villa,and recommended that further investigation be conducted prior to any action.Mr.Alexander further stated that the other problem involves an alleged illegal subdivision on the corner of Desert View and west Smoketree,and requested that the Council consider this action on this item.He asked that his request regarding the Age Specific Zoning be withdrawn at this time. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT THE CITY ATTORNEY BE AUTHORIZED TO INVESTIGATE AND TAKE WHATEVER LEGAL ACTION NECESSARY TO HALT THE CIRCUMVENTION OF STATE AND CITY SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo expressed the opinion that the City's Subdivision Ordinance should be more specific,and studied for amendment. Councilwoman Taylor wished to know what type of investigation will be necessary on the part of the City Attorney. City Attorney David Alexander explained that much of the information could only be obtained with a subpoena, and further explained information that will be necessary prior to legal action. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that the motion was not specific to the area under question because there are many of these cases ocurring,and one case should not be singled out. Councilman Baljo agreed that taking action against one case only is discriminating. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 9 Councilwoman Taylor stated that the City should deal with this one area now,and not the whole City until we see what happens with this case. City Attorney David Alexander stated that he would be preferr that the Council give direction for this one area,so that the Council is advised as these cases come up,and also so that specific direction is given to take action. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that according to City regulations,the City Attorney may proceed at his own recourse and does not require Council authority. Councilwoman Taylor expressed the opinion that the Council should give specific direction. Councilwoman Taylor amended the motion to add: THAT REGARDING THE ALLEGED SUBDIVISION BEING CREATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF DESERT VIEW DRIVE AND WEST SMOKETREE. Councilman Eidson seconded the amendment to the motion. VOTE (on the amendment):In Favor:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo, Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Gardner Opposed:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill The amendment to the motion carried. VOTE (on the original motion):Unanimous The motion carried. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PAYMENT OF BILLS )Vice Mayor Bakkedahl stated that at the beginning of the year the Council adopts a budget for the City,but after that date the Council has no input in the financial aspect of the City,and requested that the approval of payment of bills be put on the agenda in the future. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ALL CITY BILLS,EXCEPT PAYROLL,BE PAID ONLY WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE COUNCIL AND THAT AUTHORIZATION OF THE CITY BILLS BE INCLUDED AS AN AGENDA ITEM UNDER "NEW BUSINESS",BEGINNING WITH THE FIRST MEETING IN JANUARY,1987. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo expressed the opinion that staff is hired to ensure that bills are paid correctly,and that Council does not have the time to devote to this task,and that besides approving a budget,the Council also has to approve any expenditure over $5,000 along with the Mayor signing all checks for payments. Councilwoman Taylor commended Vice Mayor Bakkedahl for his interest and stated that all bills and invoices are available for review by anyone,and further explained the budget approval process. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo The motion failed. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 10 PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.86-41,POLICY REGARDING PURCHASING FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL )Ms Connelly stated that the State Legislature has revised the Arizona Revised Statutes pertaining directly to purchasing made by a municipal government from members of the City Council,that i f the amount of the sales transaction is less than $300 with the total throughout the course of the year not exceeding $1000,than the competitive bid process does not have to be used.Ms Connelly further stated that the League of Arizona Cities and Towns recommends that should the Council wish to permit this type of purchasing,that a resolution be adopted such as the one presented. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.86-41,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,PINAL AND MARICOPA COUNTIES,ARIZONA,ADOPTING A POLICY AND PRESCRIBING PROCEDURES FOR PURCHASING FROM THE MAYOR AND ANY MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL,BE DENIED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. Councilwoman Gardner asked i f this involves merchandise only,and not services. Ms Connelly stated that this pertains to merchandise only,and because of our City Code requirements,the City does not go through the competitive bid process for this low of an amount anyway. Councilman Eidson stated that in any circumstance i t would be a conflict of interest for a councilmember to sell merchandise to the City. Councilwoman Taylor stated that i f this resolution is denied,the City will not have any policy as there is not a current policy. City Attorney David Alexander stated that at the present time,according to State Statutes,i t is possible for councilmembers to sell to the City under some circumstances. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl and Councilman Baljo withdrew the motion and second. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.86-41,BE CONTINUED FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION AT A WORK SESSION ON NOVEMBER 17,1986. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Mayor Hill recessed the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting at 9:12 p.m. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.86-42,REQUESTING LIMITED EXEMPTION FROM PAPER REQUIREMENT ) )Ms Connelly stated that the State Legislature,in August of 1985,adopted regulations requiring letter size paper for which exemptions are possible,and requested adoption of this resolution requesting a further exemption,as the City is not prepared at this time to change paper size. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 11 Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO.86-42,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,REQUESTING A LIMITED EXEMPTION TO THE STANDARD LETTER SIZE PAPER REQUIRMENTS FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY,ARCHIVES AND PUBLIC RECORDS,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ANNEXATION OF TERRITORIES TO THE NORTH AND EAST OF EXISTING CITY LIMITS ) )Councilman Eidson explained that the General Plan is in the process of being revised,and this may be a good time to begin the process for annex territories to the north and east of the existing City limits. Councilwoman Taylor stated that there are some residents of those areas present,who have concerns that the City will place restrictions upon them that they don't wish to have,and explained that this Council action only gives authorization to begin the process which includes input from the residents. Mr.Joe Morvak,509 E.Roosevelt, Apache Junction,stated that having a residence in the area in question,there are benefits and disadvantages to this proposed annexation. Ms Nancy Turner,1026 N.Goldfield, Apache Junction,a resident within the City limits,stated that the City should annex State Land to have more control over this unihabited land. Mr.Howard Loshe,2282 N.Peralta Way,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in opposition to the annexation. Mrs.Brown,1815 N.Gerononimo, Apache Junction,also addressed the Council in opposition to the proposed annexation. Mr.John Granillo,Jr.,820 E. Junction Drive,Apache Junction,listed many of the benefits of annexation,and the reasons the City wishes to annex. Mr.Gil Verley,stated that the Council can please some of the some of the time. Ms Dee Reader,5775 E.20th Avenue, Apache Junction,addressed the Council stating that she would be willing to listen to any reasons for annexation and requested notification prior to any meetings on this matter. Ms Connelly explained that i t is part of the annexation process to notify all property owners by mail. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE ACTING CITY MANAGER BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH INVESTIGATING THE FEASIBILITY OF ANNEXATION OF UNINCORPORATED TERRITORIES TO THE NORTH,SOUTH AND EAST WITHIN TWO MILES OF THE CURRENT CITY LIMITS. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo informed the public that by State Law,the City must circulate petitions among the property owners, and prior to approval of annexation,must obtain 51% of the residents signatures in agreement with the annexation. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 12 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,NOVEMBER 8,1986 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, NOVEMBER 17,1986 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, NOVEMBER 18,1986 ) )Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 9:00 A.M.,ON NOVEMBER 8,1986,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 7:00 P.M.,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Taylor reported on a meeting with Mr.Hibbs with the Department of Revenue,regarding sales tax. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly also stated that there would be a future meeting regarding sales tax,and building permits. Councilman Baljo requested that the press publicize that the City is looking into persons not paying sales tax. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL Mayor Hill requested that having the helicopter pad lit be looked into. ADJOURNMENT ) )Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 9:38 P.M. Councilman Baljo 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 Special Meeting of June 5,1986 *3.Acceptance of Minutes from Special Meeting of June 11,1986 *4.Acceptance of Minutes from Special Meeting of June 18,1986 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 13 *5.Acceptance of Minutes from Regular Meeting of October 21,1986 ACCEPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF NOVEMBER ,1986,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. ,5 - NORMAN S.HILL Mayor ATTEST: 7 tdez,„„ KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 4,1986 PAGE 14