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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-12-16 City Council Regular MinutesCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 16,1986 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Apache Junction, Arizona,was held on December 16,1986 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 Councilman Baljo led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Staff Present: Others Present: Councilwoman Taylor Councilman Baljo Councilwoman Gardner Councilman Eidson Vice Mayor Bakkedahl Mayor Hill Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly City Attorney David Alexander Deputy City Clerk Lori Clark Controller Keith Lewis Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer Director of Public Works Rich Broman Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel Economic Development Specialist John Schoeph Director of Community Services Jeff Bell Mr.Mike Sleeseman 1863 S.Buena Vista Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Richard Taylor 616 S.Saguaro Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Sandie Smith Mrs.Grace Wilson E.Junction Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Roger Miller 2730 W.Foothill Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Earl Crabs 202 N.Verde Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Ron Cantrell 4178 E.Cholla Phoenix,Arizona REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 1 I I 1 Ms Beverly Emrud 1639 E.Junction Drive Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Alice Olsen 1685 E.Junction Drive Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Jerry Burgess 349 S.Saguaro Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Clarence Emrud 1639 E.Junction Drive Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.George Gackle 77 N.Tomahawk Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Mike Becker 1564 N.Boyd Apache Junction,Arizona Ms Annabelle Richards 2512 E.4th Avenue Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Gil Verley 620 S.Palo Verde Apache Junction,Arizona Mr.Glen J.Pratt 2555 W.madero Mesa,Arizona 85202 ACCEPTANCE OF CONSENT AGENDA ) )Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NOS.1 AND 2,AND THAT ITEM NO.11,BE MOVED TO THE FIRST ITEM UNDER PUBLIC HEARINGS,TO BE FOLLOWED BY ITEM NO.4. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Introduction of Distinguished Visitors and Guests None. AWARDS,PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly reported that nomination packets for the upcoming Primary Election are available at City Hall,with three council seats and the mayor's seat to be placed on the ballot,with a return deadline of 5:00 p.m.,on January 2nd.Ms Connelly also stated that Thursday, December 18th,there will be a Work Session on the General Plan with public comment to be prohibited asstipulated by the Council. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 2 CALL TO THE PUBLIC Ms Jean Perkins,616 N.Cactus,Apache Junction,addressed the Council with suggestions on street and house sign sizes,and commented on accusation made at the last regular meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER (Postponed Item) )Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT JERRY BURGESS BE APPOINTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL,TO FILL THE VACANCY CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF FRANK JIMENEZ. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. Ms Connelly announced that Deane Jones and Penny Secor have withdrawn their applications for that vacancy on the Council. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilman Baljo,Councilwoman Taylor Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl Abstained:Mayor Hill(possible conflict of interest) The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.552,SWAP MEET VENDOR APPLICATION FEES (Postponed Item) (With the Emergency Clause_ ___ )Ms Connelly explained that at the last meeting a committee was formed to study this proposed ordinance,which requires a space fee and a business license application fee for swap meet vendors,and outlined the recommendations submitted by the Committee. Mr.Mike Sleeseman,1863 S.Buena Vista,Apache Junction,General Manager of Park N'Swap,addressed the issue of business license fees for vendors. Mr.Richard Taylor,616 S.Saguaro, Apache Junction,spoke in opposition to the licensing of swap meet vendors. Ms Sandie Smith stated that having served on this Committee,the recommendations are fair and should be sufficient. Mrs.Grace Wilson,E.Junction, Apache Junction,addressed the Council opposing the proposed ordinance. Mr.Roger Miller,2730 W.Foothill, Apache Junction,a swap meet vendor,stated that every vendor should not have to obtain a business license. Mr.Earl Crabs,202 N.Verde,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in opposition to the licensing of swap meet vendors. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly reminded the public that vendors of yard sale type items may sell up to 16 days per year without having to pay the City Business License. Mayor Hill asked i f there was anyone else who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the application.There REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 3 being no one wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.552,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.552,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE,CHAPTER 8 BUSINESS,ARTICLE 8-6 SWAP MEET OPERATIONS, SECTION 8-6-6 SCHEDULE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING PENALTIES;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.552,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS: SECTION 8-6-6 SCHEDULE,SUBPARAGRAPH A:SERVICE TAX IN THE AMOUNT OF 50t PER DAY; SECTION 8-6-6 SCHEDULE,SUBPARAGRAPH B:THAT THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION BUSINESS LICENSE FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25.00; SECTION 8-6-6,SUBSECTION B: INSERT THE WORDS "OR USED"IN LINE 6 AFTER THE WORDS "NEW"; THAT THE BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION FEE BE $25.00 PER YEAR,AS STATED,THAT EXISTING VENDORS BE GIVEN UNTIL JANUARY 5,1987,5:00 P.M.,TO OBTAIN THEIR LICENSE AND SALES TAX NUMBERS AND THAT THE RENEWAL FEE FOR THE LICENSE BE SET AT $5.00 PER YEAR FOR EACH TWELVE MONTH PERIOD. THAT A NEW SUBSECTION F BE ADDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: INDIVIDUAL RENTING ORDINANCE LEASING A SPACE ORDINANCE STALL AT A SWAP MEET FOR THE PURPOSE OF SELLING THEIR PERSONALLY -OWNED HOUSEHOLD ITEMS SHALL BE EXEMPT FROM ANY BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION FEE ONLY UNTIL SUCH SALES DO NOT EXCEED SIXTEEN DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR.SUCH VENDORS SHALL NOT BE EXEMPT FROM THE CITY SPACE RENTAL FEE AND SHALL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN "EXEMPT STATUS"LICENSE FORM.WHEN SUCH SALES EXCEED SIXTEEN DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR,THEN THE VENDOR SHALL BE REQUIRED TO PAY THE BUSINESS LICENSE FEE AND COMPLY WITH ALL OTHER REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO VENDORS AT SWAP MEETS. Councilman Eidson stated that the Committee appointed has submitted viable recommendations,and those should be approved. The motion died due to lack of a second. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.552,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS: 1.THAT THE TITLE OF THE FEE PAID TO THE CITY FOR THE RENT OR LEASE OF A SPACE ORDINANCE STALL AT A SWAP MEET BE CHANGED TO A "CITY SPACE RENTAL FEE"WHERE NECESSARY,AND THAT THE FEE REMAIN AT 50t PER SPACE PER DAY. 2.THAT THE WORDS "OR USED"BE INSERTED IN SECTION 8-6-6,SUBSECTION B,LINE 6 AFTER THE WORDS "OF ANY NEW". REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 4 3.THAT THE BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION FEE BE SET AT $5.00 PER YEAR AND THAT EXISTING VENDORS BE GIVEN UNTIL JANUARY 5,1987,5:00 P.M.TO OBTAIN THEIR LICENSE AND SALES TAX NUMBERS AND THAT THE RENEWAL FEE FOR THE LICENSE BE SET AT $5.00 PER YEAR FOR EACH TWELVE MONTH PERIOD. 4.THAT A NEW SUBSECTION F BE ADDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: INDIVIDUALS RENTING ORDINANCE LEASING A SPACE OR STALL AT A SWAP MEET FOR THE PURPOSE OF SELLING THEIR PERSONALLY -OWNED HOUSEHOLD ITEMS SHALL BE EXEMPT FROM ANY BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION FEE ONLY UNTIL SUCH SALES DO NOT EXCEED SIXTEEN DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR.SUCH VENDORS SHALL NOT BE EXEMPT FROM THE CITY SPACE RENTAL FEE AND SHALL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN "EXEMPT STATUS"LICENSE FORM.WHEN SUCH SALES EXCEED SIXTEEN DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR,THEN THE VENDOR SHALL BE REQUIRED TO PAY THE BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION FEE IN ADDITION TO THE CITY SPACE RENTAL FEE AND COMPLY WITH ALL OTHER REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO VENDORS AT SWAP MEETS. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Mayor Hill wished everyone a Merry Christmas,and recessed the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Mayor Hill reconvened the meeting at 7:49 p.m. APPLICATION FOR SMALL GAME BINGO LICENSE,APACHE TRAIL KOA )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 SMALL GAME BINGO LICENSE,SUBMITTED BY APACHE TRAIL KOA BE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL,TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE,BINGO LICENSING AUTHORITY. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.553,AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY CODE,CITY MANAGER (With Emergency Clause) )City Attorney David Alexander explained that the City Manager's contract calls for a provision of an 18 month no -cut contract,and since the City Code has a provision that the City Manager serves at the pleasure of the City Council,i t is recommended that the City Code be amended to add "subject to any agreements of employment entered into pursuant to another article of the City Code",which would authorize a contract that would provide for other than "at the pleasure of the Council". Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.553,BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND THE READING OF THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE BE WAIVED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 5 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. City Clerk Kathleen Connelly read as follows: ORDINANCE NO.553,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AMENDING THE APACHE JUNCTION CITY CODE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 3 ADMINISTRATION,ARTICLE 3-1 CITY MANAGER,SECTION 3-1-2 OFFICE OF CITY MANAGER CREATED;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.553,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.554,PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO.86-45,CITY EMERGENCY OPERATION PLAN (With Emergency Clause))_ )Lieutenant Reed Cox briefed the Council on the purpose of the Emergency Plan,and explained that this ordinance adopts the Plan,and Resolution No.86-45 declares the Emergency Operation Plan a public record. 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.554,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: ORDINANCE NO.554,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN,REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.554,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED; I FURTHER MOVE THAT RESOLUTION NO.86-45,A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,DECLARING AS A PUBLIC RECORD THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK AND ENTITLED CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN; BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 6 Councilman Baljo outlined the benefits of having a plan such as this. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.556,ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON TOMAHAWK ROAD FROM U.S. HIGHWAY 60 TO BROADWAY AVENUE (With the Emergency Clause) )Director of Public Works Rich Broman stated that an engineering study was conducted to establish a speed limit on Tomahawk Road,from U.S.Highway 60 to Broadway Avenue,and recommended that the speed limit of 35 mph be approved. 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 Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.556,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.556,AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,ESTABLISHING THE SPEED LIMIT ON TOMAHAWK ROAD BETWEEN U.S.HIGHWAY 60 AND BROADWAY AVENUE; REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.556,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.557,REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.486,PZ-3-86,ADULT USES ) )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer explained the differences between Ordinance Nos.486 and 557,and recommended the adoption of Ordinance No.557,which repeals Ordinance No.486. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.557,BE POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 30,1987,AND THE EXISTING MORATORIUM REMAIN IN EFFECT. Councilman Eidson seconded the motion. City Attorney David Alexander explained that should this motion be passed,Ordinance No.486 will go into REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 7 effect January 6,1987,so suggested the drafting of an ordinance to repeal Ordinance No.486,to be brought to the Council at a Special meeting prior to January 6th. Councilman Baljo added to the motion: THAT STAFF BE DIRECTED TO DRAFT AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO.486,TO BE BROUGHT BACK TO THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 5,1987. Councilman Eidson seconded the addition to the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. /PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.558, PZ-42-86,STUMP )Assistant Planner Doug Williams briefed the Council on the request for rezoning of a U acre parcel,located on the northeast corner of Junction Street and Tomahawk Road,from General Rural to CR-2 Single Family Residence Zone,and stated that staff recommends denial,and that the Planning and Zoning Commission also recommends denial of the application,since the request does not comply with the General Plan. Mr.Ron Cantrell,4178 E.Cholla, Phoenix,representing the applicants,requested approval of the rezoning, wishing to place a home on a portion of the property. Ms Beverly Emrud,1639 E.Junction Drive,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in favor of the rezoning,stating that this would improve the area. Ms Alice Olsen,1685 E.Junction Drive,Apache Junction,spoke in favor of the application. Mr.Jerry Burgess,349 S.Saguaro, Apache Junction,asked i f this recommendation for denial is based upon the new General Plan or the one in effect at the present time,and stated that the General Plan is not a law,and cases should be adjusted to the Plan. Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer replied that i t is based on the General Plan presently in effect. Ms Laura James,owner of an adjacent property,also addressed the Council in favor of the rezoning. Mr.Clarence Emrud,1639 E.Junction Drive,Apache Junction,spoke in favor of the application. Mr.George Gackle,77 N.Tomahawk,a neighbor of the property in question,also spoke in favor of the rezoning. Ms Grace Wilson,addressed the Council,requesting approval of the application. Mr.Mike Becker,1564 N.Boyd, Apache Junction,stated that this is a 1 acre minimum area,and the reasons for rezoning are not sufficient. Ms Annabelle Richards,2512 E.4th Avenue,Apache Junction,addressed the Council in opposition to the rezoning. Mr.Gil Verley,620 S.Palo Verde, Apache Junction,stated that the General Plan is subject to change,and there could be intelligent deviation from policy. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 8 There being no one else wishing to address the Council,Mayor Hill closed the hearing to the public. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.558,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.558,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-42-86 FROM GR GENERAL RURAL TO CR-2 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ZONE;REPEALING ANY CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.558 BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 6,1987. Councilwoman Gardner explained that on there is a work session on the General Plan on December 18th,which may help with this decision. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl,Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor The motion failed. Councilman Baljo stated that other cities make changes in their General Plan at the same time as rezonings,and the City of Apache Junction should also do this. Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO.558,AS READ BY THE CITY CLERK,BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo, Mayor Hill Opposed:Councilwoman Gardner,Vice Mayor Bakkedahl The motion carried. Councilman Baljo asked i f the Council would consider Jerry Burgess taking his seat with the Council at this time,and asked City Attorney David Alexander i f this was legal. Mr.Alexander stated that policy is to seat an appointed Councilmember at the next regular Council meeting,and the City Code suggests that i f a Councilmember is elected this policy also applies,and advised that Mr.Burgess be seated at the next meeting. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 9 OLD BUSINESS APPOINTMENTS TO ALTERNATIVE FUNDING AD -HOC COMMITTEE (Postponed Item)) )Councilwoman Taylor explained that this Alternative Funding Ad -Hoc Committee is to be appointed to search for alternative methods of funding,but one requirement is to be a resident of the City and many of the applicants do live outside the City limits. Councilwoman Taylor MOVED THAT MIKE DAVIS,AS THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES ACTION TEAM REPRESENTATIVE,AND COUNCILMAN EIDSON,TO REPRESENT THE CITY COUNCIL,BE APPOINTED TO THE ALTERNATIVE FUNDING AD -HOC COMMITTEE. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. DIRECTION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO AMEND REGULATIONS OF AGE SPECIFIC OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICTS _ )Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly stated that at the Public Forum held recently,a group of residents of the Apache Villa Subdivision brought to the Council's attention that there appear to be loopholes in the Age Specific Overlay Zoning regulations,and i t is appropriate for the Council to give direction to the Planning and Zoning Commission to amend these regulations with stipulations regarding what areas of the ordinance need to be looked at. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT DIRECTION BE GIVEN TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO AMEND REGULATIONS OF THE AGE SPECIFIC OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICTS,WITH THE FOLLOWING SUGGESTIONS: 1.TIME OF 45 DAYS OUT OF 365 CONSECUTIVE CALENDAR DAYS. 2.RESIDENCE PRESUMED 3.DEFINE RESIDENT,GUEST,AND VISITOR Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. Councilman Eidson stated that police officers should not be used for enforcement,and that the Homeowner's Association should have to compile proof to be presented to the Council. Councilwoman Taylor asked i f anyone could make a complaint of a violation,and would the City have to prove the violation.City Attorney David Alexander explained that at the present time,the burden of proof is on the City. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH RETIRING COUNCILMEMBERS HEALTH INSURANCE )Ms Connelly stated that Council has discussed the possibility of allowing retiring Councilmembers to participate in REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 10 the city's health insurance coverage,and outlined the possible problems and questions,should this action be taken. Councilman Eidson stated that a retiring councilmember should be able to participate in the city's health insurance coverage,paying their own premium,one year for each year served on the council. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl gave his opinion that a councilmember is a volunteer,elected official,and should not benefit from that position. City Attorney David Alexander stated that one problem may occur with employees not receiving this same benefit. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH RETIRING COUNCILMEMBERS HEALTH INSURANCE TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: THAT RETIRING COUNCILMEMBERS BE ALLOWED TO CARRY IN FAITH THEIR OWN INSURANCE, PLUS A HANDLING FEE OF $5.00 PER MONTH,COVERAGE MAY CONTINUE FOR ONE YEAR FOR EACH YEAR SERVED ON THE CITY COUNCIL. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:In Favor:Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson,Councilwoman Taylor, Councilwoman Gardner,Mayor Hill Opposed:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl The motion carried. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH BID PROCEDURES FOR SECURITY CAMERAS AND MONITORS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT )Mayor Hill explained that the Police Department dispatchers,and often other employees,are alone at night,and presently there is no method of security,and suggested proceeding with the purchase of security cameras and monitors for the Police Department and the exterior of other buildings. Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel stated that a price survey has been done and that for between $2,000 and $3,000,five cameras and monitors may be purchased. Councilwoman Taylor asked where these funds would come from. Mr.McDaniel replied that the funds may be taken from non -departmental,or perhaps from the police department budget. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH BID PROCEDURES FOR SECURITY CAMERAS AND MONITORS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. AWARD OF BID FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS Councilman Eidson seconded the REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 11 )Director of Community Services Jeff Bell stated that four bids were submitted for the archaeological investigations as required by the Bureau of Land Management on the Apache Junction Equestrian Trail,and that a committee consisting of BLM staff,and the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer reviewed and evaluated each proposal.Mr.Bell recommended that the bid be awarded to the Museum of Northern Arizona,in the amount of $17,942.23. Mr.Bell further stated that BLM implied that should the bid not be awarded at this time,i t would not place the lease agreement in jeopardy,but would impact responses for a future bids. Councilman Eidson gave the opinion that an archeological investigation is unnecessary for an equestrian trail. Vice Mayor Bakkedahl reminded the Council that this was a stipulation of the lease agreement with BLM,which was accepted by the City Council. Acting City Manager/City Clerk Kathleen Connelly asked i f this lease includes the 10 acre site that is located within the city limits. Mr.Bell replied that i t does include that site,but the 10 acres does not have any archaeological findings so does not require an investigation. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE BID FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS BE AWARDED TO THE MUSEUM OF NORTHERN ARIZONA,IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,942.23. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Baljo stated that this land is "open space"and is important for the community to obtain. Councilwoman Taylor asked when the Museum of Northern Arizona would proceed with this project. Mr.Bell replied that they would be available to begin work in 90 days. VOTE:In Favor:Councilwoman Taylor,Councilman Baljo,Councilman Eidson, Councilwoman Gardner,Mayor Hill Abstained:Vice Mayor Bakkedahl (possible conflict of interest) The motion carried. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION FROM AND APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ) )Director of Planning Chuck Newcomer stated that due to the resignation of Mr.Tony Vehon,there is a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission,but as a News Release will be published,i t is recommended that the appointment be postponed to allow additional applications. Councilwoman Taylor requested that a plaque be given to Tony Vehon for his dedicated service. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE RESIGNATION OF TONY VEHON FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION,BE ACCEPTED WITH REGRET,AND THAT PUBLIC RECOGNITION AND A PLAQUE BE GIVEN TO MR.VEHON,FOR HIS SERVICE. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 12 VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION )Director of Community Services Jeff Bell explained that Mr.Paul Miller has resigned from the Park and Recreation Commission,but that there are no Talent Bank applications on file at the present time. Councilwoman Gardner MOVED THAT THE RESIGNATION OF PAUL MILLER FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION,BE ACCEPTED WITH REGRET. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REQUEST FOR USE OF COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY FOR POLITICAL PURPOSE )Mr.Bell stated that there has been a request received from Ms Jean Perkins for the use of the Community Center facility,to hold an "Open House"designed to establish a Republican Club locally,which will be held on January 5th between the hours of 7:00 and 10:00 p.m.,and further that this request requires City Council approval. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT THE REQUEST BY JEAN PERKINS TO USE THE COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY FOR A REPUBLICAN PARTY "OPEN HOUSE"ON JANUARY 5,1987,BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:00 AND 10:00 P.M., BE APPROVED. Councilwoman Taylor seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH BID PROCEDURES FOR COMPUTER AIDED DISPATCH (C.A.D.)AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE PROGRAM )Director of Public Safety Bill McDaniel requested authorization to solicit bids for a Computer Aided Dispatch (C.A.D.)and a Records Management System Software Program,and that funds for this project will be taken from the Police Department budget. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN TO PROCEED WITH BID PROCEDURES FOR COMPUTER AIDED DISPATCH (C.A.D.)AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE PROGRAM. Councilwoman Gardner seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. FINAL APPROVAL FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PZ-67-85,ACACIA VILLA MOBILE HOME PARK ) REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 13 )Mayor Hill reopened work session on this item. Mr.Glen J.Pratt,2555 W.Madero, Mesa 85202,addressed the Council regarding Fire Department requirements. Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT IN THE CASE PZ-67-85,ACACIA VILLA MOBILE HOME PARK,IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 19.0103.4.a OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE,SAID APPLICANT HAVING PRESENTED PLANS FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL AND RECEIVING SAID APPROVAL IS NOW SEEKING FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONING APPROVAL,WHICH SHALL BE GRANTED. Councilman Eidson seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, JANUARY 5,1987 EXECUTIVE SESSION,WORK SESSION, JANUARY 6,1987 SPECIAL MEETING,JANUARY 5,1987 ) )Councilman Baljo MOVED THAT AN EXECUTIVE SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,AND A WORK SESSION AT 7:00 P.M.,ON JANUARY 5,1987,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND AN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND A WORK SESSION BE HELD AT 6:00 P.M.,ON JANAURY 6, 1987,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS; AND A SPECIAL MEETING AT 6:45 P.M.,ON JANUARY 5,1987,ON ORDINANCE NO.486,IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. INFORMATION AND REPORTS (COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS) Councilwoman Taylor seconded the Councilwoman Taylor reminded the Council and public that December 18th there will be a Work Session on the General Plan. Councilman Baljo reported on the meeting with Senator John McCain. REQUESTS OF COUNCIL Councilwoman Taylor requested that everyone have a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. ADJOURNMENT ) )Councilman Eidson MOVED THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED AT 10:05 P.M. Councilman Baljo seconded the motion. VOTE:Unanimous The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 14 *Consent Agenda Items are as follows: *1.Acceptance of Regular Meeting Agenda *2.Acceptance of Minutes from Regular Meeting of December 2,1986 ACCEPTED THIS 6TH DAY OF JANUARY ,1987,BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA. . 4 (ga -7777Z1i4 - NORMANNORMAN S.HILL Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16,1986 PAGE 15