Moved by Councilmember Scott Overton, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits to approve the minutes of the City Council Work Session of October 11, 2016; Regular Meeting of October 18, 2016; and Special Meeting (Executive Session) of October 25, 2016.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Mayor Nabours opened the Public Hearing for Items 8-A and 8-B, noting that the Police Department, Sales Tax Department and Community Development Department had reviewed the applications and found no concerns. There being no public input, the Public Hearing was closed.

Moved by Councilmember Jeff Oravits, seconded by Mayor Jerry Nabours to forward a recommendation for approval to the Arizona State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for both of these applications.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Councilmember Oravits declared a conflict of interest and removed himself from the dais.

Mayor Nabours opened the Public Hearing for this application, noting that the Police Department, Sales Tax Department and Community Development Department had reviewed the application and had no concerns.

Moved by Councilmember Coral Evans, seconded by Mayor Jerry Nabours to forward a recommendation to the Arizona State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for approval of this application.

Vote: 6 - 0

Assistant to the City Manager Stephanie Smith reviewed the agreement with Northern Arizona University (NAU), stating that it was to memorialize their partnership on the neighborhood programming mechanism and for the City to partially fund the position. She said that this was based on the commitment during the FY2017 budget discussions, and they have since hired Karissa Morgan who was attending the meeting along with Kevin Gemoets, Assistant Dean of Students.

Mayor Nabours asked for clarification on the position. Ms. Smith explained that Ms. Morgan is an employee of NAU, but the City of Flagstaff is funding half of the position. She said that she will be housed within NAU's payroll and will follow NAU procedures, but the position is being more than funded by the City; it will be jointly managed by the City and NAU as far as coordination of efforts.

Councilmember Evans asked for clarification as to the management of the position. Ms. Smith said that she would be co-managed by herself and Mr. Gemoets. She said that they met well before Karissa was hired to develop the work plan and determine the key coordination strategies. Ms. Morgan will be housed both at the City and at NAU and will share her time between both locations. She said that there is a single work plan being developed and she is working on shared tasks and has goals that support NAU and the City's intentions.

Councilmember Evans asked how they would be working with the southside neighborhood associations. Ms. Smith said that one of Ms. Morgan's goals in the first six months is to grow those relationships and work one on one with both of the associations. She will also be the facilitator for the Good Neighbor Coalition. She said those relationships are important to the success of this position. She added that the associations were also part of the recruitment process.

Moved by Councilmember Scott Overton, seconded by Councilmember Coral Evans to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona University for Neighborhood Liaison Programming.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Special Services Supervisor for the Flagstaff Police Department Chad Smith briefly reviewed the request, noting that these were budgeted in this year's budget and the local dealerships had been notified, but chose not to submit a bid.

Moved by Councilmember Jeff Oravits, seconded by Councilmember Karla Brewster to approve the purchase of two (2) 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles from Peoria Ford, who successfully completed the IFB process, at a total price of $55,390.48.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Flagstaff Police Lieutenant Scott Mansfield reviewed this request, noting that they purchased the robot 15 years ago with Homeland Security grant funds. He said that they have secured additional funds to rebuild/maintain it and they are the only company able to provide that service on this equipment.

Moved by Councilmember Scott Overton, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits to approve the sole source purchase of conducting maintenance/rebuild of Police Department Bomb Robot through Remotec, Inc. in the amount of $59,521.02.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Interim Revenue Director Sandy Corder reviewed this item, noting that the number itself is higher than last year, but the statistical value is still .4%, and in line with prior years. She added that they never consider any write off as final; they take every opportunity with collection efforts.

Moved by Councilmember Karla Brewster, seconded by Mayor Jerry Nabours to approve the write-off of delinquent and uncollectable transaction privilege (sales) tax accounts in the amount of $191,163.45.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Wildland Fire Manager Paul Summerfelt said that this was a new agreement, but it was consistent with what they have had in the past, which just recently expired. He said that it was previously done every year for the past ten years; with this agreement they are asking to continue it for the next five years.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Scott Overton to approve the Camp Navajo Prescribed Wildland Fire Project agreement, permitting City of Flagstaff Fire Dept management of prescribed fire operations on Camp Navajo on a full cost-recovery basis for any efforts undertaken.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Mr. Summerfelt explained that this agreement was with both Summit and Ponderosa Fire Departments as they both have small wildland crews. The intent is to mix their operations on specific projects that are agreed upon beforehand.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Karla Brewster to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement, Wildfire Crew Operability, with Summit Fire and Medical District and Ponderosa Fire District.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Library Information Technology Manager Mark Cesare gave a PowerPoint presentation which addressed:

LIBRARY RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) PROJECT
RFID TAGS
RFID ANTENNAS & READERS
AUTOMATIC MATERIALS HANDLING
SECURITY GATES
SELF CHECK OUT AND CHECK IN
CIRCIT SOFTWARE
INVENTORY WANTS
COMMUNITY IMPACT: OTHER LIBRARIES' STORIES
COMMUNITY IMPACT: BENEFITS OF RFID TECHNOLOGY AT THE LIBRARY
     Happier Customers
     Immediate Check in of Materials
     Fewer Claims/Returned Situations
     Faster Turn Around Time
     Better Self Service
     Improved Accuracy
     Better ADA Compliance
     Customizable Display
     Kids Like to Watch the Automatic Materials Handler
     Higher Check Out Limits

COMMUNITY IMPACT:  Library Opportunities
     Job Help
     General Computer Help
     MobileCirc & Roaming Help
     Collection Management & Development
     Book Displays & Programs
     Digital Projects
     More Frequent Courier Between Libraries
     Cleaning
     Quality of Life

Councilmember Oravits asked what the longevity was for the equipment. Mr. Cesare said that at least 15 years; they are hoping to get at least that, if not more. He said that with existing staff and volunteers they are anticipating about two months to install 280,000 tags.

Vice Mayor Barotz said that in the report it talks about the minor General Fund, and remainder in relationship to how many years they saved up. Ms. Holland said that it has been many years they have been saving. They are also working on making the public restrooms handicap accessible and the ramp ADA compliant, as well as painting the building. She said that they have probably been saving about five years. She said that they were also told that the $250,000 being carried forward for the Rio de Flag project could be put toward this item.

Councilmember Oravits asked why they were not needing to hold on to those funds anymore. Staff noted that James Duval could provide a CCR to Council on that budget item.

Moved by Councilmember Karla Brewster, seconded by Councilmember Eva Putzova to approve the purchase agreement with Tech Logic Corporation for a library RFID system.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Planning Development Manager Tiffany Antol said that this was a Final Plat for the Coconino Ridge at Pine Canyon development consisting of 32 single-family lots on a 19+ acre parcel. She said that it has new roadways that are part of the private roadway network in Pine Canyon. She said that as long as they are in compliance with the City Code and requirements, they are generally approved.

Councilmember Brewster left the meeting room at this time.

PRELIMINARY PLAT
     Reviewed by both Planning and Zoning Commission and Council
CIVIL CONSTRUCTION PLANS/BONDS
     Administratively reviewed and approved
FINAL PLAT
     Reviewed by Council only

Ms. Antol said that there are still remaining tracts to be subdivided, but they may never reach the full density for which they were approved.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits 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: 6 - 0 - Unanimously

Mayor Nabours opened the Public Hearing for both the Annexation and Concept Zoning Map Amendment.

Planning Development Manager Tiffany Antol recognized the entire Internal Development Services (IDS) team and then began a PowerPoint presentation which addressed:

ANNEXATION FINDINGS
Regional Plan Compliance
ARS Requirements
Impact Analysis

ANNEXATION - ARS REQUIREMENTS

ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FINDINGS
CONCEPT ZONE PLAN
FLAGSTAFF REGIONAL PLAN 2030 MAP 22
POLICY ANALYSIS  + / -
PUBLIC SYSTEMS IMPACT - WATER / WASTEWATER
TRAFFIC IMPACTS REQUIRED - 11 INTERSECTIONS
DRAINAGE IMPACT
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT

Ms. Antol noted that the Development Agreement would be presented to Council for consideration at their November 15, 2016, Council meeting along with second read of both ordinances.

PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - PROPOSED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL

Vice Mayor Barotz referenced page 184 regarding Financial Impact and the comment regarding taxation, asking what was meant by the statement. Ms. Antol said that single-family residences are not necessarily money generators, but they balance out in terms of costs over time.

Further down on that page Vice Mayor Barotz referenced a comment with regard to infrastructure, asking how they determine what is donated. Ms. Antol said that normally the main lines for water and sewer are dedicated, and the individual extensions would be private.

In reference to Page 206, reference to electric transmission line being underground, Vice Mayor Barotz said that it was not clear if that was something the developer takes on. Ms. Antol said that the developer takes that on and it occurs in Phase II.

Vice Mayor Barotz referenced page 216, completion of the regional sewer system, and asked what other areas they anticipate it could be used for. Ms. Antol said that it could serve future Gore Extensions and further extension on the west side of Flagstaff.

Vice Mayor Barotz asked Ms. Antol to elaborate on the comments made at the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding drainage. Ms. Antol said that the concerns presented were primarily from the existing community of Wildwood Hills, which was recently flooded this summer. She could not say that all of their issues have been mitigated, but they tried to mitigate anything that this development would contribute to.

Vice Mayor Barotz asked if all rezones have a condition that the developer has to comply with all City codes. She asked if that was not a given. Ms. Antol said that this is a conceptual zone change--the second to come before Council. Because there is so much further development down the line, it covers all of those future subdivisions and plats and the Development Agreement specifies which codes apply to them.

Vice Mayor Barotz noted that Condition #4 was not clear in the wording. Ms. Antol noted that the County specifically requested that language be included.

Vice Mayor Barotz said that she did meet with Mr. Crutchfield and let him know that affordable housing was important to her. She then asked Ms. Antol to review Section 5.2 Workforce Housing. Ms. Antol read that section of the Development Agreement. Vice Mayor Barotz said that the City cannot require them to provide any affordable housing and this is being done because it is something they believe in. She said that the developer was willing to provide permanent affordable housing and she was very appreciative.

Councilmember Brewster said that she, too, was excited to see the affordable housing included. She asked if it would be all located in one area or dispersed throughout the development. Ms. Antol said that it would be spread through the areas, through the various phases.

Councilmember Oravits asked what they would do if the drainage study shows that the grade on the developer's property would impact the Wildwood Hills area. Ms. Antol said that if it did show that they would have to store it onsite.

Councilmember Oravits asked about the turn lanes. Nate Reisner with ADOT said that there was nothing planned at this point. He reviewed the crash history in this area. After further review, staff was asked to provide Council with that information from the Traffic Impact Analysis. Ms. Antol then reviewed the proposed improvements and the developer's proportionate share.

Councilmember Putzova asked what the County's process is to approve/express support for the development. Ms. Antol said that the Letter of Support specifically addresses the City taking away their right. In regard to this annexation, the right-of-way along the frontage is complicated. The West Route 66 right-of-way is currently in the City and the remainder is under the County's standards. Annexing the right-of-way adjacent to the development would be important for development processes. She said that there is not an official process; it was a similar process with Gore, because it best serves the development process.

Mr. Crutchfield came forward and said that this was the fruition of two years' worth of work, the beginning of which was spent with a significant process of listening. He said that they developed a relationship with the US Navy, learning about dark skies, and the Navy was helpful in drafting the language in the development agreement, guiding how they will conduct themselves. He said that what they have is the best dark skies in the state, and perhaps in the country, and they are proud of that.

Mr. Crutchfield said that with a median household price approaching $400,000, the average working family in Flagstaff could not afford a house. A large chunk of the population either commutes or lives in a rental. They began to learn and listen and they have made a commitment to providing initial affordability and utilize the City's Land Trust that is already set up. He said that they did not cluster the affordable units; that process is invisible to the public.

He also noted that the staff of the City has done an amazing job. They have worked hard and long and have a stack of documents four to five feet tall, not including e-mails.He said that it was a massive amount of work to bring a project of this scope into the City, and they are grateful for Ms. Antol, Traffic, Flood, Engineering, etc.

Mr. Crutchfield said that they have a development that was thought about for the residents of Flagstaff, not as second home buyers.

Mayor Nabours asked the developer if they were agreeable to the 11 conditions proposed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Crutchfield replied that they were.

Councilmember Evans said that they were bringing in 100 affordable housing units and were getting no concessions from the City. She asked the developer how they were doing that. She said that she has been on the Council for almost eight years, and when they ask developers to bring forward affordable housing projects, it always seems to be a response as to why they cannot produce that, or they always want concessions related to parking, open space, water meters.
 
Mr. Crutchfield said that the incentive program they do have at the City is a great program, but they looked at this development as a cost of operating in Flagstaff. He said that if they have all of the infrastructure related to those lots and land bases, and they go into a Land Trust, it will work. He said that they also have to find builders who are willing to build that project at little or no profit.
 
Councilmember Evans also commended the developer on their philosophy of public participation, noting that they went above and beyond what as required. She said that they often hear that the public participation is something hard for developers to do. She said that perhaps they have a model that they would be willing to share.
 
Mr. Crutchfield said that according to the newspaper, they are one of the largest developers in Flagstaff. He said that they are there; his family has been there for four generations. He cannot claim being a Flagstaff resident, but he cares about the state and what is in Flagstaff. They have shown themselves to be willing to listen.
 
The following individuals addressed the Council in support off the development:
 
•David Halsey, Naval Observatory
•Lavonna McLaughlin, Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona
•Ted Reed, President of Equestrian Estates HOA
•Daniel Williamson
•Bob Mason
•Stuart McDaniels
•Tory Syracuse
•Charlie Silver
 
The following comments were received:
 
•Not advocating support or opposition, but the mission of the Naval Observatory is to observe the faint stars. This development is located in Lighting Zone 1, which is the most restrictive lighting zone.
•Increasing the ability of affordable housing is important and they support this annexation/zoning request.
•There are 53 homes listed under $220,000; six wouldn’t qualify for financing, 24 were under contract and 23 were available for sale. Many are smaller or older and not good for a family.
•The draft Development Agreement clearly commits Timber Sky to provide actual units to actual buyers.
•Developer met with many neighbors and they were very impressed with their eagerness to find out their concerns.
•Also had opportunity to serve on the school board and has practiced family law, and he has seen many members of the community that struggle over financial stress.
•Their neighborhood expressed many concerns, specifically with regard to having family housing. He said that what is being proposed is consistent with the surrounding neighborhoods and not extremely high density housing. They have open green space trees and fields, and that has been incorporated, and they have also addressed the dark skies concerns.
•Asking Council to approve annexation of this project, based on dark skies master plan is the best in the state, proves the integrity of Vintage Partners and their desire to be compatible with the heart and growth of Flagstaff, as well as the use of the Land Trust program. To bring that type of integrity to the City is something that would be easy for the community to celebrate.
•Vintage Partners are true community partners; is a real estate broker. Very impressed; rarely has he seen something so unique and complete in meeting the needs of the community.
•Win/win; high recommend approval
•Friends of Flagstaff’s Future – Vintage reflects a lot of the values of Flagstaff, i.e. Dark Skies; affordable housing; supports project; believe they could serve as a model for future developments.
•One concern is transit; currently there is no transit, although it is planned for the future; would like to have that discussion re funding
•They did it right
 
A written comment of support was received from Victoria Leone.

Councilmember Evans said that she has  been on the Council for eight years and this is the first project brought forward that addresses the multiple values that they represent. She feels this could be a model, or a great example for other developers to use.  The last three have been highly contentious and only addressed one value. She was looking forward to this project, and she encouraged other developers in the room to take a page from their plan on how to develop in Flagstaff and how they can keep their sense of place.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Coral Evans to read Ordinance No. 2016-38 by title only for the first time as there is evidence to support the findings outlined.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, EXTENDING AND INCREASING THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, COCONINO COUNTY, STATE OF ARIZONA, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 9, CHAPTER 4, ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES, BY ANNEXING CERTAIN LAND TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 112.90 ACRES LOCATED AT 3425 WEST ROUTE 66, WHICH LAND IS CONTIGUOUS TO THE EXISTING CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AND ESTABLISHING CITY ZONING FOR SAID LAND AS RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR); PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AUTHORITY FOR CLERICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits to read Ordinance No. 2016-39 by title only for the first time as there is evidence to support the findings set forth.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, AMENDING THE FLAGSTAFF ZONING MAP TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 197.58 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3425 WEST ROUTE 66 ON PARCEL NUMBERS 112-01-020 AND 112-02-021 FROM THE RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR) ZONE TO THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R1) ZONE FOR 100.48 ACRES, THE MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) ZONE FOR 34.6 ACRES, THE HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (HR) ZONE FOR 38.97 ACRES, THE COMMERCIAL SERVICES (CS) ZONE FOR 10.02 ACRES AND THE PUBLIC OPEN SPACE (POS) ZONE FOR 13.51 ACRES AND APPLYING THE RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY (RPO) ZONE TO 107.73 ACRES (APN 112-01-021) WITH CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

A break was then taken from 7:17 p.m. to 7:25 p.m.

Real Estate Manager Charity Lee reviewed the request, noting that this ordinance would approve staff to move forward with negotiating further with property owners of the sidewalk properties on Fourth Street. She then gave a brief PowerPoint presentation which addressed:
 
BACKGROUND
PURPOSE
FINANCIAL IMPACT
FUNDING
FINANCIAL IMPACT
PROPERTY OWNER CONCERNS
 
She said that at first the property owner was willing to sell, but they have now voiced a concern with the maintenance requirement placed on his tenants. She said that they would need to either approve an amendment to the Purchase Agreement that the City take over maintenance of the sidewalks, or the Council would need to consider condemnation in order to move this project forward.
 
Mayor Nabours asked if staff would still have some flexibility in negotiations if they passed this ordinance. Discussion was held on the ability to hold first reading and continue negotiations, with hopes of arriving at some settlement prior to second read and adoption.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz asked if the City had any other such agreements where the City maintains sidewalks. Mr. Copley said that they were not aware of any, but they would check with staff and find out within the next few days.
 
Councilmember Overton said that this is a significant improvement to the street and the City has pushed hard to make it happen. He believes they are in a good position to present their proposal. He would strongly encourage the property owner to look at that and weigh their options.
 
He said that he does not want to go with eminent domain, but it is not really a negotiation. He would hope they could get the issue resolved before the second read.

Moved by Councilmember Scott Overton, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits to read Ordinance No. 2016-40 by title only for the first time.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

AN ORDINANCE OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF FOURTH STREET FOR PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND APPROVING REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALE CONTRACTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
 

Deputy City Attorney Kevin Fincel updated the Council, noting that staff met with Mr. Bejerano, as well as Tom Martin, and have incorporated into the proposed resolution wording to incorporate their concerns.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz said that this item came before them in a different format than usual, and there was not any research or staff report for them to understand what it was all about.
 
Mr. Martin thanked the Council for their service, and thanked them for adding language to the resolution, which he does not support. He said that it was important to understand that the Park Service has to preserve places for future generations, not for the economic benefit of one use. Their mission is to leave them unimpaired.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz voiced concern with providing assistance to one use group and how that starts pitting the use groups against each other. They need to be careful that the Council is not favoring one business over another.
 
Mr. Martin said that the National Park Service  (NPS) reached out to the business community where he met Nick last time. They were allowed to submit comments. For Council to get into this now is inappropriate.
 
Discussion was held on the process used by the NPS. Mr. Martin explained that the NPS has a limited number of permits for multiple areas of the park. None of those permits are set aside for any use group except for the Field Institute, which is the fundraising arm of the NPS. Mr. Martin said that currently the tour groups account for approximately ten percent of the permits issued. He said that the plan is to change the process to only issue permits for a few concessionaires, but that limits the businesses in Flagstaff that rely on those permits for their business.
 
Linda Jalbert of the NPS came forward and explained the process.  She said that it is a very complicated process and the NPS is trying to address concerns of all of the various use groups, while preserving the resources for future generations.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz asked what the process was for the public comment period. It was her understanding that the public comment period had closed, and she wondered if there was any value of issuing a resolution of support at this point in the process. Ms. Jalbert said that the Environmental Impact Statement was issued about a year ago and they had a 120 day public comment period that included three open houses—one if Flagstaff. She said that it was their job to look at those comments and they got a lot of comments in opposition to and in support of the proposed plan.  The next step is to go forward and get further information. She said that her understanding is that the proposed resolution is not unlike some comments they have already received.
 
Ms. Jalbert said that as part of the process, they went through an internal look at whether they wanted commercial services in the backcountry. They did an analysis and determined that some of those services are appropriate and necessary. The idea of longer-term concession contracts is a way for the NPS to ensure that those business are successful.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz said that she originally supported moving this forward, but she feels uncomfortable at this time. She said that it was not a reflection of not supporting the local businesses, but it seemed to be very complicated and she would suggest they not pursue the resolution.
 
Alicyn Gitlin, representing the Sierra Club, said that they support a backcountry management plan that protects the resources. They encourage the Council that if they create a resolution, that it support the NPS. She said that they submitted 50-60 pages of comments previously.  They have a very detailed take. They are in support of permits being more competitive. She supports the proposed cap, but they also have an issue with commercial users getting permits a year in advance versus the private only being able to get them four months out.
 
Mr. McCarthy, Flagstaff, said that he had 238 days below the rim of the Grand Canyon and two river trips. His Masters thesis was on the Grand Canyon and he served on the Grand Canyon Working Group. He said that the NPS interest in this issue is to protect the park resources and protect public access to the park. The resolution’s intent is to protect the Flagstaff businesses. All of those goals he supports, but the resolution could hurt the retailers that support the private permits. He suggested they not hurt some business to protect others. He said that the reality is that the NPS is gradually being commercialized which is pushing out people doing private trips..
 
Mr. McCarthy said that he did not think the Council should get into this issue; they should table the item or vote it down.
 
Councilmember Putzova said that she really appreciated the opportunity to have the discussion. With it, they may not have learned so much about the proposed plan. There are a lot of details included. She said that everyone loves the Grand Canyon. They need to think about this resource and what it will be in 20 to 30 years. She will not support the resolution. Capping the use by commercial outfitters will be good for the resource in the long run.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Karla Brewster to table Resolution No. 2016-36 until it is brought back by a vote of the Council.

Councilmember Evans said that she was the one that brought this forward and believed that it had merit. She was aware that they did not have four to move this forward. She said that when they limit the contracts, the price goes higher and the prices that people pay out for a trip.

Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously

Mayor Nabours briefly reviewed the request. Councilmember Evans asked who the Northern Arizona Leadership Association was; it was noted that it used to be called Flagstaff 40.
 
Councilmember Evans asked where the direct connection was with Camp Navajo. Mayor Nabours explained that the issue is that Camp Navajo cannot advocate, as well as the Naval Observatory. This group would advocate on their behalf. He said that the group exists rights now.
 
Vice Mayor Barotz asked who be the City’s representative; Mayor Nabours said that they would appoint a representative, similar to those designated for other communities.

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Jeff Oravits to read Resolution No. 2016-37 by title only.

Vote: 4 - 3

NAY:

Vice Mayor Celia Barotz
Councilmember Coral Evans
Councilmember Eva Putzova

A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL, COCONINO COUNTY, ARIZONA, SUPPORTING THE CITY JOINING WITH OTHER ENTITIES TO FORM THE NORTHERN ARIZONA MILITARY ADVOCACY COUNCIL

Moved by Mayor Jerry Nabours, seconded by Councilmember Scott Overton to adopt Resolution No. 2016-37.

Vote: 4 - 3

NAY:

Vice Mayor Celia Barotz
Councilmember Coral Evans
Councilmember Eva Putzova

Planning Director Dan Folke first mentioned a recent reorganization within their division, which was pertinent to this item. He said that with the vacancy of the Comprehensive Planning Manager and Code Enforcement Officer, they looked at how they were managing the code and doing amendments. Working with their Director, Mark Landsiedel, and the Current Planning Manager, they decided to take that program manager and put it under the Current Planning Manager. They have appointed Brian Kulina to the position of Zoning Code Manager.
 
Mr. Folke said that he prepared a Council Communication Report (CCR) awhile back regarding the regulations for parking trailers, RV’s and boats, but would review that.
 
HISTORY

Back in 1991 when the Land Development Code was adopted, there was language stating that no vehicles were permitted in the exterior side yard or front setback, but it excluded driveways. It applied to all vehicles.

In 2002, they amended the Land Development Code, and that talked about where trailers, RV’s and boats could be parked (stored in the rear or interior side yard, garage or carport). He said that was the first time they differentiated between the types of vehicles.
 
In 2011, with the new Zoning Code, that rule stayed in place; nothing changed. In 2016, it was looked at again and changes were made. The idea was to try and differentiate between short-term parking and storage, so that as people prepare for a trip they had the opportunity to have the vehicle at their home to load and unload.
 
Councilmember Evans asked if it has always been complaint driven. Mr. Folke said that it primarily is. When they get called into a neighborhood for this issue they have officers do the entire block or neighborhood. The officers would contact the owners and ask for voluntary compliance.
 
Mr. Folke said that people have taken this on as their issue, and they started getting lists at the beginning of the summer, such as Upper Greenlaw. This year there were 43 properties listed in the University Heights neighborhood. He said that this year they followed the same process, but the notice was written differently. They are working with their attorney to make it friendlier in the future.
 
He said that they can see how it has developed; it reflects how lifestyles have changed. More people own these types of vehicles. One thing to note, he said, was that during the summer they can park it in the street; they do not regulate what type of vehicles are parked on the street, but most people would prefer to keep it on their property.
 
Mr. Folke said that if they were to consider making changes, they would want to consider where they are allowed, look at seasonality, the visual impact, and the concern that people will abuse it.
 
The following individuals addressed the issue:
 
•Harold Browning
•Melissa Kirk
•Duane Jameson
•Susan McCullough
•Brannon McCullough
•Debbie Lauzon
•Robert Lauzon
•Joanne Parkes
•Rhonda Davis
•David Ledbetter
•Eddie Waters
•Bob Boothe
 
Comments received included:
 
•Does not own any of these types of vehicles, but was there to support those people who do
•Would like the Council to consider the City as a whole
•Would like to see an amendment to allow them to be parked in the front or exterior side yard
•Believes they should be able to put on their property anywhere they want; not a safety issue
•Urged Council to amend the City that prohibits parking these in certain areas
•They moved here to be in a mountain town; they chose University Heights because they did not have an HOA
•Suffering financial hardships; having to pay $100 to $300 a month to store off-site
•Code is enforced unfairly and unevenly
•This has nothing to do with property values; he ran a recent analysis and there is no impact
•Everyone in University Heights has an RV and that is why they chose there
•Lived in University Heights for 16 years; moved there because there was not an HOA
•Have gone 16 years without a problem; have had their RV for 7 years and have parked it in their driveway which holds six cars
•A lot of the candidates say they support small business; drive through that neighborhood and they will see work trailers
•When there is a complainer in the neighborhood it becomes selective enforcement
•Purchased in 2006 and chose because it had no HOA
•Council should repeal this regulation
•Has been a resident of Flagstaff for 42 years
•They purchased a lot for extra storage; has stored boat for past 30 years
•This is a violation of her personal property rights
•This ordinance was designed to keep their neighborhood from looking run down; they have other ordinances that address that concern; is outdated
•At least one individual, who has lived there for over 30 years, cut down a 150 year old tree to allow them to park in compliance with this ordinance
•Do not believe the City should be an HOA
•Believes the City should review this regulation
 
Written comments were received from:
 
•Julie Hill 
•Ron Talbott
•Duane Jameson    
•Ryan Talbott 
•Stan & Barbara Schaefer 
 
Vice Mayor Barotz said that she has received a question from several people, asking if the City could change the Code for just University Heights. Mr. Solomon said that if the Code was to be amended, it would be applied to the entire City. Councilmember Oravits added that it would not affect Homeowners Associations (HOAs).
 
Councilmember Oravits said that he would be happy to relook at this as well.
 
Councilmember Evans thanked everyone that came to speak, and for staying so late. Looking at the fact that the regulation is 25 years old, it may need to be looked at based on current society and the City. She appreciated everyone being civil during the discussions.

Mr. Copley reminded Council that next week they will begin at 4:00 p.m.

The Regular Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held November 1, 2016, adjourned at 9:31 p.m.