CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2022
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN
3:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2022
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN
3:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Deasy called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held March 1, 2022, to order at 3:03 p.m.
Mayor Deasy called the meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held March 1, 2022, to order at 3:03 p.m.
NOTICE OF OPTION TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
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, at this regular meeting, the City Council may vote to go into executive session, which will not be open to the public, for legal advice and discussion with the City’s attorneys for legal advice on any item listed on the following agenda, pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3).
2.
ROLL CALL
| NOTE: One or more Councilmembers may be in attendance telephonically or by other technological means. |
| PRESENT: MAYOR DEASY VICE MAYOR DAGGETT COUNCILMEMBER ASLAN (virtually) COUNCILMEMBER MCCARTHY COUNCILMEMBER SALAS COUNCILMEMBER SHIMONI (virtually until 4:49 p.m.) COUNCILMEMBER SWEET |
ABSENT: |
Others present: City Manager Greg Clifton; City Attorney Sterling Solomon.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MISSION STATEMENT, AND LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Councilmember Sweet read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Vice Mayor Daggett read the Land Acknowledgement.
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance, Councilmember Sweet read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff, and Vice Mayor Daggett read the Land Acknowledgement.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the City of Flagstaff is to protect and enhance the quality of life for all.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Flagstaff City Council humbly acknowledges the ancestral homelands of this area’s Indigenous nations and original stewards. These lands, still inhabited by Native descendants, border mountains sacred to Indigenous peoples. We honor them, their legacies, their traditions, and their continued contributions. We celebrate their past, present, and future generations who will forever know this place as home.
4.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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.
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.
Community Development Director Dan Folke introduced Planning Director Michelle McNulty to the Council and welcomed her to the Flagstaff team.
Dawn Rodriguez addressed Council about Museum Fire flooding.
Dawn Rodriguez addressed Council about Museum Fire flooding.
5.
PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
A.
Proclamation: Employee Appreciation Day
Mayor Deasy read and presented the Employee Appreciation Day proclamation.
6.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
A.
City Manager Report
Mr. Clifton introduced Krista Devlin who is shadowing him for the day to get insight on City leadership. Mr. Clifton briefly reviewed his report with assistance from Senior Deputy City Manager Shannon Anderson.
City Council briefly discussed the request from the Sunshine Transport Solutions Corporation to present to the City Council. The Council agreed that it would be better for them to go through MetroPlan and the Transportation Commission before coming to Council.
City Engineer Rick Barrett briefly reviewed the Capital Improvement monthly report.
Water Services Management Analyst Lisa Deem briefly reviewed the Water Services monthly report.
Sustainability Director Nicole Antonopoulos briefly reviewed the Sustainability monthly report.
IT Director CJ Perry briefly reviewed the IT monthly report.
City Council briefly discussed the request from the Sunshine Transport Solutions Corporation to present to the City Council. The Council agreed that it would be better for them to go through MetroPlan and the Transportation Commission before coming to Council.
City Engineer Rick Barrett briefly reviewed the Capital Improvement monthly report.
Water Services Management Analyst Lisa Deem briefly reviewed the Water Services monthly report.
Sustainability Director Nicole Antonopoulos briefly reviewed the Sustainability monthly report.
IT Director CJ Perry briefly reviewed the IT monthly report.
B.
Letter of Opposition to HCR 2031
Council expressed support to send the letter.
7.
COVID-19 UPDATES
A.
COVID-19 Update
Senior Deputy City Manager Shannon Anderson provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
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 DATA
NAVAJO NATION
HOPI TRIBE
Ms. Anderson concluded the presentation.
COVID-19 COMMUNITY LEVEL
COVID-19 COUNTY CHECK
COVID-19 PREVENTION STEPS
MASKS IN CITY FACILITIES
Council expressed their support for staff’s recommendation.
Mayor Deasy noted that it is important to make sure that people feel comfortable coming into city facilities. He suggested that N95 masks be available to anyone who comes into city facilities. Ms. Anderson stated that surgical masks have been provided but not N95 or KN95 masks due to costs. She noted that N95 masks are available to staff who request them. Mayor Deasy suggested that the Council Initiative Fund be used to purchase masks for the public.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he would support the use of the Council Initiative Fund for purchasing N95 and KN95 masks for the public however, he recommended having them available upon request versus just handing them out.
A majority of Council supported using the Council Initiative Fund to purchase masks for the public.
Mayor Deasy asked about the reopening of the Senior Center. Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Events Director Rebecca Sayers stated that it is hoped that the facility can reopen on Monday in partnership with the County for the lunch program.
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 DATA
NAVAJO NATION
HOPI TRIBE
Ms. Anderson concluded the presentation.
COVID-19 COMMUNITY LEVEL
COVID-19 COUNTY CHECK
COVID-19 PREVENTION STEPS
MASKS IN CITY FACILITIES
Council expressed their support for staff’s recommendation.
Mayor Deasy noted that it is important to make sure that people feel comfortable coming into city facilities. He suggested that N95 masks be available to anyone who comes into city facilities. Ms. Anderson stated that surgical masks have been provided but not N95 or KN95 masks due to costs. She noted that N95 masks are available to staff who request them. Mayor Deasy suggested that the Council Initiative Fund be used to purchase masks for the public.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he would support the use of the Council Initiative Fund for purchasing N95 and KN95 masks for the public however, he recommended having them available upon request versus just handing them out.
A majority of Council supported using the Council Initiative Fund to purchase masks for the public.
Mayor Deasy asked about the reopening of the Senior Center. Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Events Director Rebecca Sayers stated that it is hoped that the facility can reopen on Monday in partnership with the County for the lunch program.
8.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Vice Mayor Daggett stated that the Open Space Commission has open seats available and she encouraged those interested in Open Space consider applying for a seat on the commission.
Councilmember Sweet reported that she attended the NACOG Regional Council meeting where they discussed staffing issues throughout the organization and how they are working hard to keep their programs up and running.
Councilmember Salas reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission met and received an overview of the city budget process. They discussed unfunded projects and the BBB funds that fund park and recreation programs.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that Mountain Line implemented their pilot program for an airport shuttle. He also attended the County COVID update and appreciated the information presented. He reported that the Indigenous Commission, Transportation Commission, Bicycle Advisory Committee will be meeting later in the week. He also noted that the CJCC Coordinator interviews are in progress and the Coconino County 911 Diversion Group will be meeting early the next week.
Mayor Deasy reported that the Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living was unable to meet that month due to lack of quorum. They are at a critical level for members and he encouraged the public to consider seeking an appointment to the commission.
A break was held from 5:15 p.m. through 5:34 p.m.
Councilmember Sweet reported that she attended the NACOG Regional Council meeting where they discussed staffing issues throughout the organization and how they are working hard to keep their programs up and running.
Councilmember Salas reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission met and received an overview of the city budget process. They discussed unfunded projects and the BBB funds that fund park and recreation programs.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that Mountain Line implemented their pilot program for an airport shuttle. He also attended the County COVID update and appreciated the information presented. He reported that the Indigenous Commission, Transportation Commission, Bicycle Advisory Committee will be meeting later in the week. He also noted that the CJCC Coordinator interviews are in progress and the Coconino County 911 Diversion Group will be meeting early the next week.
Mayor Deasy reported that the Commission on Inclusion and Adaptive Living was unable to meet that month due to lack of quorum. They are at a critical level for members and he encouraged the public to consider seeking an appointment to the commission.
A break was held from 5:15 p.m. through 5:34 p.m.
9.
CONSENT ITEMS
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.
Councilmember Shimoni requested Item 9B be pulled for discussion.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve Consent Items 9A, C, and D as presented.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Annual Service Agreement with Morning Dew Landscaping, Inc. to provide landscape maintenance and snow removal services at City of Flagstaff facilities.
- Approve the Annual Service Agreement with Morning Dew Landscaping, Inc. for landscape maintenance and snow removal services; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
B.
Consideration and Approval of Final Plat: Request from Hunt Beaver, LLC for approval of the Final Plat for Beaver Street Condos (case number: PZ-17-00187-05), an 8-unit residential condominium subdivision located at 613 North Beaver Street on 0.33 acres in the T4N.1 (Transect) Zone.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he is concerned about a three bedroom unit has four bathrooms. It is something that he believes should be addressed in future code amendments.
Senior Planner Genevieve Pearthree stated that the project is taking advantage of the transect zone. The first floor is the garage and bedroom with a bathroom. The second floor is the main living area with a bathroom. The third floor has two rooms with two bathrooms. It is a unique project. Pete Muscarela, on behalf of the developer, added that the concept of the project is that people can come in with three master bedrooms but that would leave no main living space without a bathroom. The bathroom in the main living space is only a powder room with a sink and toilet.
Senior Planner Genevieve Pearthree stated that the project is taking advantage of the transect zone. The first floor is the garage and bedroom with a bathroom. The second floor is the main living area with a bathroom. The third floor has two rooms with two bathrooms. It is a unique project. Pete Muscarela, on behalf of the developer, added that the concept of the project is that people can come in with three master bedrooms but that would leave no main living space without a bathroom. The bathroom in the main living space is only a powder room with a sink and toilet.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to approve the Final Plat and authorize the Mayor to sign the plat and City Subdivider Agreement when notified by staff that the documents are ready for recording.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration and Approval of Contracts: Purchase Contracts for Dark Skies Streetlight Code Compliant Luminaires from Arizona Electrical Supply, Border States Electric Supply, Crossroads LED, Voss Lighting and Wesco Distribution, Inc.
- Approve the Purchase Contracts for Dark Skies Streetlight Code Compliant Luminaires with Arizona Electrical Supply, Border States Electric Supply, Crossroads LED, Voss Lighting and Wesco Distribution, Inc.; and
- Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
D.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: License Agreement with The James Agency on behalf of Northern Arizona University for Advertising Space at the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport.
Approve the License Agreement for the 18-month duration.
Approve the License Agreement for the 18-month duration.
10.
ROUTINE ITEMS
A.
Consideration and Approval of Contract: Lone Tree Overpass Project - Award of the Second Amendment to the Design-Build Services Agreement to Ames Construction in an amount not to exceed $5,905,357.86.
Senior Project Manager Christine Cameron stated that the amendment gets through substantial completion on design, so it will include rail, roadway and intersection design, BNSF and Army Corps coordination, the completion of the Economic Impact Study, environmental clearance of properties, public involvement, utility and drainage design, landscape and beautification elements, and right of way relocation and acquisition services.
In January the Council discussed intersection alternatives and that staff would take the time that was needed to really go through the Lone Tree and Butler intersections and design them as needed. However, it is also critical to move forward with the overall design to keep the commitment to the voters and also to keep in step with other projects like the Rio de Flag. The amendment covers both the work to ensure that the intersection is designed to Council and community standards, and it also allows movement on the overall project.
Staff will be back before Council in May to present the intersection design and it is hoped that the full design will be completed early next year.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he would like to see a cost analysis with and without the additional lane on the bridge. He also requested a range of modeling that considers human behavior with the intersection options.
In January the Council discussed intersection alternatives and that staff would take the time that was needed to really go through the Lone Tree and Butler intersections and design them as needed. However, it is also critical to move forward with the overall design to keep the commitment to the voters and also to keep in step with other projects like the Rio de Flag. The amendment covers both the work to ensure that the intersection is designed to Council and community standards, and it also allows movement on the overall project.
Staff will be back before Council in May to present the intersection design and it is hoped that the full design will be completed early next year.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he would like to see a cost analysis with and without the additional lane on the bridge. He also requested a range of modeling that considers human behavior with the intersection options.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to award the Second Amendment to the Design-Build Services Agreement to Ames Construction in an amount not to exceed $5,905,357.86 and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-03: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, amending the Flagstaff Zoning Map to rezone approximately 299.68 acres of real property generally located at 1900 North Gemini Drive, APN 101-37-002J, 107-01-001F, 107-01-001G, 101-37-001E, 101-37-002H, 101-28-007E, 107-01-001B, and 101-28-007C, and a portion of APN 110-08-001G and 109-02-001S, from the Rural Residential (RR), Public Facility (PF), and Research and Development (RD) zones with a Resource Protection Overlay (RPO) to the Public Open Space (POS) zone with a Resource Protection Overlay (RPO), providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date. (McMillan Mesa Natural Area Concept Zoning Map Amendment: PZ-20-00063).
William Michael Wilson, on behalf of the Open Space Commission, addressed Council in support of the ordinance. A lot of hard work has gone into the effort by staff and the public.
Andy Bessler addressed Council in support of the ordinance and thanked staff and voters for protecting the area.
Andy Bessler addressed Council in support of the ordinance and thanked staff and voters for protecting the area.
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to read Ordinance No. 2022-03 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF ZONING MAP TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 299.68 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1900 NORTH GEMINI DRIVE, APN 101-37-002J, 107-01-001F, 107-01-001G, 101-37-001E, 101-37-002H, 101-28-007E, 107-01-001B, AND 101-28-007C, AND A PORTION OF APN 110-08-001G AND 109-02-001S, FROM THE RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR), PUBLIC FACILITY (PF), AND RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (RD) ZONES WITH A RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY (RPO) TO THE PUBLIC OPEN SPACE (POS) ZONE WITH A RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY (RPO), PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-03.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-05 and Ordinance No. 2022-04: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Arizona, declaring as a public record that certain documents filed with the City Clerk and entitled "PZ-21-00282 Updates to Zoning Code - Residential Sustainable Building Incentives" and an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Arizona, amending the Flagstaff City Code, Title 10, Flagstaff Zoning Code, to modify the existing Residential Sustainable Building Incentives.
Sustainability Specialist Jenny Nieman provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
RESIDENTIAL SUSTAINABLE BUILDING INCENTIVE
AGENDA
RATIONALE FOR REVISIONS
TRANSPORTATION AND AIR QUALITY PROVISIONS REQUIRE A DEVELOPMENT TO:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
ENERGY CONCEPTS
PATH #1: ALL-ELECTRIC, ZERO ENERGY BUILDING
PATH #2: ALL-ELECTRIC, ENERGY-EFFICIENT BUILDING
PATH #3: ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING THAT QUALIFIES FOR TRIPLE CERTIFICATION
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS TABLE
Councilmember McCarthy noted that everything within the incentive policy is optional and is not required for new construction.
Councilmember Salas asked why the Housing Commission declined a recommendation to the Council to approve. Vice Mayor Daggett stated that the commission did not feel that they had enough time to thoroughly consider and review the policy.
Councilmember McCarthy stated that future amendments can be recommended or brought forward in the future, it should not hold the process up right now.
RESIDENTIAL SUSTAINABLE BUILDING INCENTIVE
AGENDA
RATIONALE FOR REVISIONS
TRANSPORTATION AND AIR QUALITY PROVISIONS REQUIRE A DEVELOPMENT TO:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
ENERGY CONCEPTS
PATH #1: ALL-ELECTRIC, ZERO ENERGY BUILDING
PATH #2: ALL-ELECTRIC, ENERGY-EFFICIENT BUILDING
PATH #3: ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING THAT QUALIFIES FOR TRIPLE CERTIFICATION
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS TABLE
Councilmember McCarthy noted that everything within the incentive policy is optional and is not required for new construction.
Councilmember Salas asked why the Housing Commission declined a recommendation to the Council to approve. Vice Mayor Daggett stated that the commission did not feel that they had enough time to thoroughly consider and review the policy.
Councilmember McCarthy stated that future amendments can be recommended or brought forward in the future, it should not hold the process up right now.
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to adopt Resolution No. 2022-05.
Vote: 6 - 1
- NAY:
-
Councilmember Regina Salas
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Ordinance No. 2022-04 by title only for the final time.
Vote: 6 - 1
- NAY:
-
Councilmember Regina Salas
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF CITY CODE, TITLE 10, FLAGSTAFF ZONING CODE, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT ENTITLED “PZ-21-00282 UPDATES TO ZONING CODE – RESIDENTIAL SUSTAINABLE BUILDING INCENTIVES”; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES, REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Councilmember Adam Shimoni, seconded by Mayor Paul Deasy to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-04.
Vote: 6 - 1
- NAY:
-
Councilmember Regina Salas
11.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A.
Public Hearing. Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-05: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, amending the Flagstaff Zoning Map to rezone approximately 13.49 acres of real property generally located at 5531 East Cortland Boulevard, a portion of APN 113-37-001E from the Highway Commercial (HC), Light Industrial-Open (LI-O), and Research and Development (RD) zones to the High Density Residential (HR) zone with conditions, providing for severability, authority for clerical corrections, and establishing an effective date.
Mayor Deasy opened the public hearing.
Senior Planner Tiffany Antol provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
THE LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL CONCEPT ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
THE LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL
PROPERTY CONTEXT MAP
TYPES OF ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS
LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL CONCEPT PLAN
PARKING CALCULATIONS
PROPOSED BUILDING ELEVATIONS
CONCEPT RESOURCE PROTECTION PLAN
EASEMENT/RIGHT-OF-WAY EXCHANGE
TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
WATER SEWER IMPACT ANALYSIS (WSIA)
STORMWATER ANALYSIS
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FINDINGS
FINDING #1
FINDING #2 – COMMUNITY BENEFIT
FINDING #3 – ADEQUACY OF SITE
DRAFT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT CONTENTS
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Northern Arizona Land Acquisition and Development Manager for Miramonte Homes Charity Lee provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL REQUEST FOR ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
PURPOSE
FINDINGS FOR GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
PROJECT LOCATION
TRANSPORTATION & CIRCULATION
PARKING
WATER/SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
OPEN SPACE AND LANDSCAPING
AMENITIES
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Senior Planner Tiffany Antol provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
THE LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL CONCEPT ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
THE LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL
PROPERTY CONTEXT MAP
TYPES OF ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS
LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL CONCEPT PLAN
PARKING CALCULATIONS
PROPOSED BUILDING ELEVATIONS
CONCEPT RESOURCE PROTECTION PLAN
EASEMENT/RIGHT-OF-WAY EXCHANGE
TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
WATER SEWER IMPACT ANALYSIS (WSIA)
STORMWATER ANALYSIS
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FINDINGS
FINDING #1
FINDING #2 – COMMUNITY BENEFIT
FINDING #3 – ADEQUACY OF SITE
DRAFT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT CONTENTS
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Northern Arizona Land Acquisition and Development Manager for Miramonte Homes Charity Lee provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
LOFTS AT CONTINENTAL REQUEST FOR ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
PURPOSE
FINDINGS FOR GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
PROJECT LOCATION
TRANSPORTATION & CIRCULATION
PARKING
WATER/SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
OPEN SPACE AND LANDSCAPING
AMENITIES
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Adam Shimoni to extend the presentation time for 10 additional minutes.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
SUMMARY
FINDINGS FOR GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
Councilmember Sweet stated that she is disappointed to know that no one attended the public outreach session. She asked if the dog park would be open to the public. Ms. Lee stated that there was extensive outreach to notify about the public session. They sent notifications to every single tenant and property owner within the area, there just was not high interest. With regard to the dog park, it would likely be open to the adjacent apartment communities but not to the general public because of maintenance constraints.
Councilmember Sweet asked how recycling would be promoted. Ms. Lee explained that there is a Materials Management Plan that will be provided upon lease signing. They will also be doing recycling during the construction period.
Councilmember McCarthy asked about the zoning of the parcel to the east of the development. Ms. Antol stated that some is research and development as well as rural residential. Councilmember McCarthy noted the give and take related to protecting light industrial land and providing housing supply.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he appreciates that affordable housing and rainwater harvesting are being included in the development. He expressed concern about the loss of light industrial zoning. He also noted concerns with the number of parking spaces and that there is no solar integrated into the project.
Councilmember Salas stated that she takes rezoning light industrial to high density residential very seriously while also being very mindful of the housing emergency. She believes that the development is an appropriate land use for housing and offered appreciation for the community benefits included in the project.
Vice Mayor Daggett and Mayor Deasy both offered their appreciation to the developer for listening to and anticipating what the community needs are.
Council requested that the southern part of the pollinator garden be converted into a community garden space. Ms. Lee stated that it is something that can be worked into the project.
There being no further public comment, Mayor Deasy closed the public hearing.
FINDINGS FOR GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
Councilmember Sweet stated that she is disappointed to know that no one attended the public outreach session. She asked if the dog park would be open to the public. Ms. Lee stated that there was extensive outreach to notify about the public session. They sent notifications to every single tenant and property owner within the area, there just was not high interest. With regard to the dog park, it would likely be open to the adjacent apartment communities but not to the general public because of maintenance constraints.
Councilmember Sweet asked how recycling would be promoted. Ms. Lee explained that there is a Materials Management Plan that will be provided upon lease signing. They will also be doing recycling during the construction period.
Councilmember McCarthy asked about the zoning of the parcel to the east of the development. Ms. Antol stated that some is research and development as well as rural residential. Councilmember McCarthy noted the give and take related to protecting light industrial land and providing housing supply.
Councilmember Shimoni stated that he appreciates that affordable housing and rainwater harvesting are being included in the development. He expressed concern about the loss of light industrial zoning. He also noted concerns with the number of parking spaces and that there is no solar integrated into the project.
Councilmember Salas stated that she takes rezoning light industrial to high density residential very seriously while also being very mindful of the housing emergency. She believes that the development is an appropriate land use for housing and offered appreciation for the community benefits included in the project.
Vice Mayor Daggett and Mayor Deasy both offered their appreciation to the developer for listening to and anticipating what the community needs are.
Council requested that the southern part of the pollinator garden be converted into a community garden space. Ms. Lee stated that it is something that can be worked into the project.
There being no further public comment, Mayor Deasy closed the public hearing.
Moved by Vice Mayor Becky Daggett, seconded by Councilmember Miranda Sweet to read Ordinance No. 2022-05 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF ZONING MAP TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 13.49 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5531 EAST CORTLAND BOULEVARD, APN 112-37-001E, FROM THE HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (HC), LIGHT INDUSTRIAL-OPEN (LI-O), AND RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (RD) ZONES WITH A RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY (RPO) TO THE HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (HR) ZONE WITH A RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY (RPO), PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
A break was held from 7:14 p.m. through 7:29 p.m.
12.
REGULAR AGENDA
A.
Consideration and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-06: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, authorizing the City of Flagstaff to accept a donation of .29 acres of vacant land along the west side of Switzer Canyon Drive, parcel no. 101-29-050 (Tract E); delegating authority to complete the transaction; providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances, severability, authority for clerical corrections; and establishing an effective date
Real Estate Specialist Carmen Pryer provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
SWITZER CANYON DR DONATION
VICINITY MAP
AERIAL VIEW
Vice Mayor Daggett asked how the land would be used and maintained. Ms. Pryor stated that the use would be for a possible FUTS trail or sidewalk leading up Switzer Canyon and it would be maintained by Streets and Parks. Real Estate Manager Bryce Doty added that because of the existing grade they would like to add sidewalk and the land will allow for design flexibility to install sidewalks.
SWITZER CANYON DR DONATION
VICINITY MAP
AERIAL VIEW
Vice Mayor Daggett asked how the land would be used and maintained. Ms. Pryor stated that the use would be for a possible FUTS trail or sidewalk leading up Switzer Canyon and it would be maintained by Streets and Parks. Real Estate Manager Bryce Doty added that because of the existing grade they would like to add sidewalk and the land will allow for design flexibility to install sidewalks.
Moved by Mayor Paul Deasy, seconded by Councilmember Jim McCarthy to read Ordinance No. 2022-06 by title only for the first time.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF TO ACCEPT A DONATION OF .29 ACRES OF VACANT LAND ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF SWITZER CANYON DRIVE, PARCEL NO. 101-29-050 (TRACT E); DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES, SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
After discussion and upon agreement by three members of the Council, an item will be moved to a regularly-scheduled Council meeting.
After discussion and upon agreement by three members of the Council, an item will be moved to a regularly-scheduled Council meeting.
A.
Future Agenda Item Request (F.A.I.R.): A request by Mayor Deasy to place on a future agenda a discussion regarding legal violations of permittees as grounds to suspend or terminate building permits or public construction contracts.
Mayor Deasy stated that these are a spin off from the prevailing wage discussed a few weeks prior.
Matt Capalby addressed Council thanking them for considering the item. He stated that a prevailing wage ensures that there is a certified payroll and everyone on the job has the licensing to do the work. There has been a growth in labor brokers who recruit laborers who are looking to work under the table for cash. Suspending permits is a way to ensure proper qualifications are in place for workers.
Mayor Deasy stated that it is an issue that affects small businesses and workers who do not have proper benefits. This would be a way to prevent tax fraud, protect workers, and protect businesses.
There was requisite Council support to move the item to a future agenda for discussion.
Matt Capalby addressed Council thanking them for considering the item. He stated that a prevailing wage ensures that there is a certified payroll and everyone on the job has the licensing to do the work. There has been a growth in labor brokers who recruit laborers who are looking to work under the table for cash. Suspending permits is a way to ensure proper qualifications are in place for workers.
Mayor Deasy stated that it is an issue that affects small businesses and workers who do not have proper benefits. This would be a way to prevent tax fraud, protect workers, and protect businesses.
There was requisite Council support to move the item to a future agenda for discussion.
B.
Future Agenda Item Request (F.A.I.R.): A request by Mayor Deasy to place on a future agenda a discussion regarding apprenticeship requirements for public construction contracts.
Mayor Deasy stated that apprenticeship requirements have been established in other states for public contracts. For example, 3% of workers would be required to have apprenticeship licenses to ensure that trade skills are developed within the community.
Councilmember Salas stated that she is working to establish an apprenticeship training center and this is a good step toward that effort. She suggested that it be considered as an incentive of some kind.
Matt Capalby addressed Council in support of advancing the matter to a future discussion. He stated that public projects could be training grounds for workforce development. Large infrastructure projects are coming forward and there needs to be local workers for them.
There was requisite Council support to move the item to a future agenda for discussion.
Councilmember Salas stated that she is working to establish an apprenticeship training center and this is a good step toward that effort. She suggested that it be considered as an incentive of some kind.
Matt Capalby addressed Council in support of advancing the matter to a future discussion. He stated that public projects could be training grounds for workforce development. Large infrastructure projects are coming forward and there needs to be local workers for them.
There was requisite Council support to move the item to a future agenda for discussion.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
None
None
15.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS TO/FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF, AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
Councilmember Salas reminded the public to participate and provide input on the future Thorpe Park Annex through the survey and public meetings.
Councilmember McCarthy reported that the FMPO will be meeting later that week as will the Transportation Commission.
Councilmember Shimoni noted his appreciation for the City Manager reports and the information that is being shared. He expressed concern about removing the mask mandate and encouraged people in the community to continue to be diligent. He offered gratitude to the snow operators for their work in recent storms. He also requested a policy discussion about prioritizing bike lanes before vehicle roads for snow plowing. He reported that he was able to watch the last two Flagstaff High School Lady Eagles basketball games which were great. He thanked the Public Affairs team for getting the city set up on Instagram for social media.
Mayor Deasy offered that there are a number of open seats on many of the commissions and he encouraged the public to consider applying to participate in one.
Councilmember McCarthy reported that the FMPO will be meeting later that week as will the Transportation Commission.
Councilmember Shimoni noted his appreciation for the City Manager reports and the information that is being shared. He expressed concern about removing the mask mandate and encouraged people in the community to continue to be diligent. He offered gratitude to the snow operators for their work in recent storms. He also requested a policy discussion about prioritizing bike lanes before vehicle roads for snow plowing. He reported that he was able to watch the last two Flagstaff High School Lady Eagles basketball games which were great. He thanked the Public Affairs team for getting the city set up on Instagram for social media.
Mayor Deasy offered that there are a number of open seats on many of the commissions and he encouraged the public to consider applying to participate in one.
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ADJOURNMENT
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held March 1, 2022, adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held March 1, 2022, adjourned at 8:08 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 March 1, 2022. I further certify that the Meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
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