TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2021
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN
3:00 P.M.
Mayor Deasy called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held December 7, 2021, to order at 3:10 p.m.
| NOTE: One or more Councilmembers may be in attendance telephonically or by other technological means. |
| PRESENT: MAYOR DEASY VICE MAYOR DAGGETT COUNCILMEMBER ASLAN (virtually until 5:15 p.m.) COUNCILMEMBER MCCARTHY COUNCILMEMBER SALAS (virtually) COUNCILMEMBER SHIMONI COUNCILMEMBER SWEET |
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The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Vice Mayor Daggett read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Councilmember Shimoni read the Land Acknowledgement.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Public Participation enables the public to address the Council about an item that is not on the agenda. Comments relating to items that are on the agenda will be taken at the time that the item is discussed. If you wish to address the Council at tonight's meeting, please complete a comment card and submit it to the recording clerk as soon as possible. Your name will be called when it is your turn to speak. You may address the Council up to three times throughout the meeting, including comments made during Public Participation. Please limit your remarks to three minutes per item to allow everyone an opportunity to speak. At the discretion of the Chair, ten or more persons present at the meeting and wishing to speak may appoint a representative who may have no more than fifteen minutes to speak.
Wildland Forest Health Supervisor Neil Chapman provided a brief update on the wildland fire program.
Zoning Code Manager Dan Symer addressed Council to report that the Board of Adjustment is recruiting for members, he encouraged the Council to reach out to their contacts to encourage participation.
David McCain addressed Council offering thanks for their action concerning Section 17.
Interim Public Affairs Director Sarah Langley introduced Samantha Victor, the new Community Engagement Specialist.
Dawn Rodriguez addressed Council about flooding in Flagstaff and voiced support for a community liaison to help residents in the flood areas.
Paul Beir addressed Council asking that they rethink the Lone Tree Overpass project to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He offered suggestions on how the project should be reconfigured to be more friendly to bikes and pedestrians.
City Clerk Stacy Saltzburg introduced Annie Tisi, the new City Clerk Specialist.
Community Development Director Dan Folke introduced Dark Sky Specialist Janice Hakala.
Sustainability Director Nicole Antonopoulos provided a brief review of the Sustainability monthly report.
Interim Water Services Director Andy Bertelsen provided a brief review of the Water Services Monthly Report.
COVID-19 UPDATE
AGENDA
CCHHS: COVID-19 WEEKLY CASES
CCHHS: HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS
CCHHS: COVID-19 RELATED DEATHS
CCHHS: COMMUNITY TRANSMISSION
CCHHS: COMMUNITY VACCINATION
CCHHS: VARIANTS
NAH: HOSPITAL CENSUS
Coordinator for Indigenous Initiatives Rose Toehe continued the presentation.
INDIGENOUS NATIONS UPDATE
NAVAJO NATION
HOPI TRIBE
Councilmember Shimoni asked about live streaming the commission meetings. City Clerk Stacy Saltzburg stated that not all commission meetings are streamed or recorded due to limited budgeting. Mr. Clifton added that it is the desire to reintroduce live streaming but it is a budget discussion.
Councilmember Shimoni requested an update from Dr. Engelthaler regarding the pandemic.
Councilmember McCarthy reported that MetroPlan met last week, he attended the Transportation Commission and Bicycle Advisory Committee meetings where the Lone Tree and Butler Interchange was discussed.
Councilmember Salas reported that she attended the MetroPlan meeting last week where Coconino County Supervisor Horstman stepped down from the Board and Supervisor Vasquez was assigned to fill that vacancy. The Board discussed the infrastructure bill and priority projects.
Councilmember Shimoni reported that he attended the Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting. He also participated in the Coconino 911 Call Diversion meeting to discuss how many calls were diverted to alternative approaches. He reported that the RARE assessment is well underway; it is a partnership with NACA where people engage with unsheltered people focusing on indigenous populations to understand them and help identify ways to assist them. He met with Northern Arizona Healthcare to discuss workforce housing at their current location and the new site. Lastly, he reported that he continues to engage with Audra Merrick at ADOT about transportation projects and concerns.
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the City Council and to the general public that the City Council may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for the purpose of discussing or considering employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, demotion, dismissal, salaries, disciplining or resignation of a public officer, appointee, or employee of any public body...., pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1).
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Josh Stackhouse with a term expiring August 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Dana Rowden with a term expiring August 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Brenda Linskey with a term expiring August 2022.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Regina Salas, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Stephen Parsons with a term expiring August 2022.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to appoint Jonathan Stone with a term expiring January 2025.
Moved by Councilmember Regina Salas, seconded by Councilmember Adam Shimoni to recess into Executive Session for legal advice.
Vote: 6 - 1
- NAY:
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Councilmember Austin Aslan
ORIGINAL MOTION
Vote: 5 - 2
- NAY:
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Councilmember Jim McCarthy
Councilmember Regina Salas
Moved by Councilmember Austin Aslan, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint George Averbeck with a term expiring January 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Jennifer Rolley with a term expiring January 2025.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to appoint Terry Madeksza with a term expiring January 2025.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Adam Shimoni to appoint Donald Bills with a term expiring December 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Malcolm Alter with a term expiring December 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Regina Salas, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Joe Loverich with a term expiring December 2024.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Robert Burr Dilday with a term expiring December 2023.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Austin Aslan, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint Kurt Riegelman with a term expiring December 2023.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to appoint John Nauman with a term expiring December 2023.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Motion to Reconsider: Tourism Commission Appointments
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to reconsider the appointments to the Tourism Commission as laid out in item 8B.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to appoint Jonathan Stone with a term expiring January 2025.
Vote: 5 - 2
- NAY:
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Councilmember Jim McCarthy
Councilmember Regina Salas
Moved by Councilmember Austin Aslan, seconded by Councilmember Regina Salas to appoint Terry Madeksza with a term expiring January 2025.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Councilmember Adam Shimoni to appoint Jennifer Rolley with a term expiring January 2025.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Police Sergeant Ryan Turley introduced the application noting no concerns.
There being no public comment Mayor Deasy closed the public hearing.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to forward the application to the State with a recommendation of approval.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
All matters under Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendations listed on the agenda. Unless otherwise indicated, expenditures approved by Council are budgeted items.
Parks Manager Amy Hagin stated that the product is decomposed granite and clay, when compacted with water it will create a good, solid surface that will hold up nicely. They use the same product along a number of other trails with positive results. The product was also discussed and reviewed by the Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living and they were supportive of the material.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to approve the application to Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund for grant funds in the amount of $100,000 with a city match and in-kind contribution of $135,453.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he would like to see more bicycle parking in the project.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Adam Shimoni to approve the Final Plat and authorize the Mayor to sign both the Plat and City/Subdivider Agreement when notified by staff that all documents are ready for recording.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Assignment of Development Agreement and Waiver.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Miranda Sweet, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to cancel the City Council Regular Meeting of December 21, 2021.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Professional Services Contract with Makers Architecture & Urban Design, LLP in the amount of $70,518.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Comprehensive Planning Manager Sara Dechter provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
CARBON NEUTRALITY MAJOR PLAN AMENDMENT
MAJOR PLAN AMENDMENT
PLAN AMENDMENT PROPOSAL
REVISED AND NEW E&C.2
REVISED E&C.3
NEW POLICIES UNDER E&C.3
REVISED E&C.4
WORDING REVISION TO POLICY T.8.1
WHY IS A PLAN AMENDMENT NECESSARY?
REQUIRED PUBLIC PROCESS AND NOTICE
IMPACT ANALYSIS SUMMARY
PLAN CONFORMANCE
FINDING #1
FINDING #2
David McCain addressed Council in support of the Major Plan Amendment. He stated that it is not about policies and recommendations but rather about reducing suffering. He looks forward to future discussion and decisions about carbon neutrality.
There being no further comment, Mayor Deasy closed the public hearing.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett to read Resolution No. 2021-58 by title only.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to amend the motion to change the word “network” to “transportation network in policy T.8.1
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to adopt Resolution No. 2021-58 as amended.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Resolution No. 2021-55 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to adopt Resolution No. 2021-55.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to read Resolution No. 2021-57 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to adopt Resolution No. 2021-57.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
PRE-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT FOR 221 S. DUNNAM ST.
REQUEST OVERVIEW
221 S DUNNAM ST. VICINITY MAP
DUNNAM ST.
PROPOSED SEWER CONNECTION
CITY WATER SERVICES POLICY
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Councilmember McCarthy asked how the zoning is determined for annexed properties. Ms. Pearthree stated that the zoning is matched to the existing use, in this case it most closely resembled single-family residential and that is what is noted in the pre-annexation agreement.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to read Resolution No. 2021-56 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to adopt Resolution No. 2021-56.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Resolution No. 2021-59 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to adopt Resolution No. 2021-59.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett to read Resolution No. 2021-60 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett to adopt Resolution No. 2021-60.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
MOUNTAIN LINE DOWNTOWN CONNECTION CENTER PARKING DEMAND STUDY
REQUEST
MOUNTAIN LINE PROPOSAL
CONCEPT PLAN
PARKING DEMAND STUDY
COUNCIL OPTIONS
Mountain Line General Manager and CEO Heather Dalmolin provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
DOWNTOWN CONNECTION CENTER
TRANSIT NEED
PUBLIC FEEDBACK HISTORY
PUBLIC FEEDBACK SUMMARY
SITE PLAN
LOOKING WEST FROM BUS BAYS
LOOKING NORTHEAST FROM MILTON
CIVIC SPACE
PARKING
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Council discussed a variety of parking scenarios including short-term and paid parking.
Deborah Harris addressed Council and encouraged them to not give up any civic space for parking and look for ways to partner with Mountain Line to get tourists downtown. We continue to talk about carbon neutrality and we cannot achieve that if parking continues to be added. The area should be a civic space rather than parking.
Terry Madeksza addressed Council stating that civic space is really important, and it is called for in the Downtown Vision Plan. Parking is infrastructure for employees and visitors and this is the only parking on the southside. Without the infrastructure people will park in the neighborhood and that is problematic. She stated that the connection center is well thought out with some civic space and parking.
County Supervisor Matt Ryan submitted a written comment in support of the Downtown Connection Center
Mr. Clifton stated that the parking exists right now, there is no conversion from civic space to parking. What is on the table is converting some of the parking to other uses. There is a compromise that the city will maintain a small fraction of parking with the option for a structure that would not impact the civic space. Parking is infrastructure and it will be for the foreseeable future. The parking on the site lends itself well with the connection center in connecting multi-modal means to access downtown and the community. We have made huge strides in obtaining parking for the downtown area. The impact on Southside, if parking is reduced, will be felt in the neighborhoods which will lead to complaints about the scarcity of parking. This is a good compromise.
Councilmember Shimoni suggested development of a park and ride program to help reduce the demand on parking. He expressed appreciation for the bike amenities and employee incentives.
Vice Mayor Daggett and Mayor Deasy offered comments of support and a desire to make sure that the promise of civic space is realized.
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Parking Demand Study as presented.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Water Services Manager Erin Young provided a Power Point presentation that covered the following:
UPDATE ON RECOMMENDATION FOR OUT-OF CITY SERVICE: SWITZER PHASE IV
PHASE IV AND V CURRENT ALIGNMENT
WATER COMMISSION 11/19/2020
NEW INFORMATION
STAFF REVISED RECOMMENDATION
TONIGHT’S QUESTION
Geoff Barnard, on behalf of the Wildcat Ridge Homeowner Association, addressed Council stating that a proposal was made to continue with the normal process and then owners who want access to water they could pay to access that. Now a special water district is being proposed for the area which is an involved process. He stated that the Association is willing to explore the process but want a written agreement from the city that they would support and approve the plan.
Mark McCormick addressed Council expressing frustration that he will be giving the City access to his property to run a water line and then will not have the opportunity to tap into it. He asked for reconsideration on a case-by-case basis.
Dave Boehmer, James Sample, Mary Reid, and Rona Mortensen submitted written comments asking Council to allow property owners the ability to tap into the water lines that will be crossing through their properties.
Council discussed the possibility of a special district to provide for access, connection, distribution, and maintenance. A district formation allows for equity among all residents in the association. If a water district was created, it would be very easy for the city to work with them.
Mayor Deasy asked how long it takes for a special district to be established. Mr. Solomon stated that it takes time and coordination with the county. Staff is seeking direction on whether to move forward with obtaining the property rights which includes negotiations with property owners and condemnation. The door can always remain open to consider options to tap into the line at some point in the future.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to accept the Water Commission’s recommendation not to deviate from policy, not to offer water service in exchange for property rights, and to move forward with purchase of property rights for waterline easements outside City limits along the Switzer Canyon Water Main Transmission Project, Phase IV & V.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
FLAGSTAFF PULLIAM AIRPORT PAID PARKING RATES ORDINANCE
AIRPORT PARKING LOTS
BENEFITS OF PAID AIRPORT PARKING
PUBLIC INPUT
QUESTIONS FROM FACEBOOK
NEW ECONOMY LOT
COSTS
Management Services Director Rick Tadder continued the presentation.
FINANCIAL PLAN
PROPOSED PARKING RATES
COUNCIL ACTION
James D'Emilio submitted a written comment suggesting MountainLine service to the airport every two hours.
Dennis Lavin submitted a written comment in support of the proposed parking fees.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2021-23 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
REAL PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS FOR SPRUCE AVE. WASH PROJECT
AFFECTED PROPERTY OWNERS
CURRENT DESIGN OVERVIEW
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2021-24 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2021-24 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Austin Aslan to adopt Ordinance No. 2021-24.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
None
Councilmember McCarthy reported that he attended the MOMS Request Action meeting where they discussed how people can help the Police Department and participate in the Citizen Police Academy. He also attended the All Aboard meeting to discuss Amtrak issues, protecting the Amtrak route through Flagstaff, and trying to get daily service on the Tucson route. He requested a consideration to open the Downtown Library on Saturdays; there are a lot of people who cannot make it during the week and the library provides needed services to the community.
Councilmember Salas reported that she met one on one with President Cruz-Rivera from NAU and discussed the possibility of partnering with NAU on economic development, workforce development, and transportation. She offered comments in remembrance of the attack on Pearl Harbor and subsequent attacks on the Philippines.
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held December 7, 2021, adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
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CERTIFICATION
I, STACY SALTZBURG, do hereby certify that I am the City Clerk of the City of Flagstaff, County of Coconino, State of Arizona, and that the above Minutes are a true and correct summary of the Meeting of the Council of the City of Flagstaff held on December 7, 2021. I further certify that the Meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
| DATED this 3rd day of January, 2023. | |
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