COMBINED SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN AVE.
6:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
211 WEST ASPEN AVE.
6:00 P.M.
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Evans called the Special Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held September 25, 2018, to order at 6:01 p.m.
Mayor Evans called the Special Meeting of the Flagstaff City Council held September 25, 2018, to order at 6:01 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 work session, 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.
Pledge of Allegiance and Mission Statement
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance and Councilmember Odegaard read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff.
The Council and audience recited the pledge of allegiance and Councilmember Odegaard read the Mission Statement of the City of Flagstaff.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the City of Flagstaff is to protect and enhance the quality of life for all.
3.
ROLL CALL
| NOTE: One or more Councilmembers may be in attendance telephonically or by other technological means. |
| PRESENT: MAYOR EVANS VICE MAYOR WHELAN (telephonically) COUNCILMEMBER BAROTZ COUNCILMEMBER MCCARTHY COUNCILMEMBER ODEGAARD COUNCILMEMBER OVERTON COUNCILMEMBER PUTZOVA |
ABSENT: NONE |
Others present: Interim City Manager Barbara Goodrich and City Attorney Sterling Solomon.
4.
Public Participation
Public Participation enables the public to address the council about items that are not on the prepared agenda. Public Participation appears on the agenda twice, at the beginning and at the end of the work session. You may speak at one or the other, but not both. Anyone wishing to comment at the meeting is asked to fill out a speaker card and submit it to the recording clerk. When the item comes up on the agenda, your name will be called. 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 to have 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.
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Public Participation enables the public to address the council about items that are not on the prepared agenda. Public Participation appears on the agenda twice, at the beginning and at the end of the work session. You may speak at one or the other, but not both. Anyone wishing to comment at the meeting is asked to fill out a speaker card and submit it to the recording clerk. When the item comes up on the agenda, your name will be called. 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 to have 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.
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5.
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2018-48: A resolution of the City Council of the City of Flagstaff, Arizona authorizing the settlement of the matter of Jaime Lynn Shurts v. City of Flagstaff, et al., case No. CV-14-08121-PCT-DLR, currently pending in United States District Court, District of Arizona.
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Celia Barotz to read Resolution No. 2018-48 by title only.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
A RESOLUTION OF THE FLAGSTAFF CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE SETTLEMENT OF THE MATTER OF JAIME LYNN SHURTS V. CITY OF FLAGSTAFF, ET AL., CASE NO. CV-14-08121-PCT-DLR, CURRENTLY PENDING IN UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT, DISTRICT OF ARIZONA
Moved by Councilmember Jim McCarthy, seconded by Councilmember Celia Barotz to adopt Resolution No. 2018-48.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
6.
Adjournment
The Flagstaff City Council Special Meeting of September 25, 2018, adjourned at 6:04 p.m.
WORK SESSION
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Evans called the Work Session of the Flagstaff City Council held September 25, 2018, to order at 6:04 p.m.
Mayor Evans called the Work Session of the Flagstaff City Council held September 25, 2018, to order at 6:04 p.m.
2.
Review of Draft Agenda for the October 2, 2018 City Council Meeting
Citizens wishing to speak on agenda items not specifically called out by the City Council may submit a speaker card for their items of interest to the recording clerk.
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3.
Airport Master Plan Final Document
Airport Director Barney Helmick stated that the Airport Master Plan is a requirement of FAA and is part of a national system that allows them to financially plan for funding. Mr. Helmick introduced Matt Quick with Coffman and Associates who provided a PowerPoint Presentation that covered the following:
WHY AN AIRPORT MASTER PLAN?
MASTER PLAN PROCESS
METHODS OF STUDY INVOLVEMENT
PUBLIC INFORMATION WORKSHOPS
AIRPORT ROLE
FORECAST SUMMARY
RECOMMENDED MASTER PLAN CONCEPT
RECOMMENDED MASTER PLAN CONCEPT TERMNAL AREA PLAN
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN – APPROVED BY THE FAA
TOTAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS: $200 MIL.
DIRECT ON-AIRPORT BENEFITS: $112.8 MIL.
Vice Mayor Whelan asked if there are surveys with people who use the airport.
Mr. Helmick stated that right now the airport gets pretty good feedback but there are a few things that people would like to see. He is most curious about what things will look like a year from now with the addition of a second airline with much larger planes carrying many more people than before.
Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen added that there are things coming up that will address some of the needs for the airport regarding the addition of the new airline.
Councilmember Barotz asked about the parking at the airport and if grant funding can be used for building improvements. Mr. Helmick stated that staff presented a plan to the Budget Committee last year for a three-year parking plan, that plan was based on the land sale at the airport which unfortunately did not happen. With regards to the grants, there are some buildings that are eligible, but the funding is limited; about $3.65 billion to split between every airport in the country. There is a ranking and runways and safety are the highest priority. There is a supplemental grant out there, but it is not fitting into the current timeline.
WHY AN AIRPORT MASTER PLAN?
MASTER PLAN PROCESS
METHODS OF STUDY INVOLVEMENT
PUBLIC INFORMATION WORKSHOPS
AIRPORT ROLE
FORECAST SUMMARY
RECOMMENDED MASTER PLAN CONCEPT
RECOMMENDED MASTER PLAN CONCEPT TERMNAL AREA PLAN
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
AIRPORT LAYOUT PLAN – APPROVED BY THE FAA
TOTAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS: $200 MIL.
DIRECT ON-AIRPORT BENEFITS: $112.8 MIL.
Vice Mayor Whelan asked if there are surveys with people who use the airport.
Mr. Helmick stated that right now the airport gets pretty good feedback but there are a few things that people would like to see. He is most curious about what things will look like a year from now with the addition of a second airline with much larger planes carrying many more people than before.
Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen added that there are things coming up that will address some of the needs for the airport regarding the addition of the new airline.
Councilmember Barotz asked about the parking at the airport and if grant funding can be used for building improvements. Mr. Helmick stated that staff presented a plan to the Budget Committee last year for a three-year parking plan, that plan was based on the land sale at the airport which unfortunately did not happen. With regards to the grants, there are some buildings that are eligible, but the funding is limited; about $3.65 billion to split between every airport in the country. There is a ranking and runways and safety are the highest priority. There is a supplemental grant out there, but it is not fitting into the current timeline.
4.
Climate Action and Adaptation Plan: Draft Review #1
Sustainability Specialist Jenny Neiman provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
PLAN REVIEW SCHEDULE
PLAN REVIEW TOPICS
AGENDA
WHY WE ARE HERE
CLIMATE CHANGE IS HERE
COMPARED TO TODAY, BY 2050 WE CAN EXPECT
VULNERABILITY CONSIDERATIONS
CLIMATE PLANS HAVE MANY BENEFITS
MITIGATION MEANS CONSIDERING OUR CONTRIBUTIONS
ADAPTATION MEANS PREPARING FOR WHAT’S COMING
PLAN OBJECTIVES
PLAN TIMELINE
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
UPCOMING COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
WHAT IS THE POTENTIAL FOR IMPACT?
POTENTIAL IMPACT: FLAGSTAFF’S GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
FOCUS AREA REVIEW
CAAP FOCUS AREAS
CAAP FOCUS AREA STRUCTURE
ENERGY FOCUS AREA GOALS
GOAL 1
GOAL 2
GOAL 3
ENERGY FOCUS AREA STRATEGIES
STRATEGY E-1
STRATEGY E-2
STRATEGY E-3
TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE GOALS
GOAL 1
GOAL 2
GOAL 3
GOAL 4
GOAL 5
TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE STRATEGIES
STRATEGY TLU-1
Mayor Evans stated that there are conflicts in what the City wants and what it will get. Ms. Neiman acknowledged that there will have to be trade-offs and it is important to have the community conversations about values to determine what the trade-offs will be in terms of maximizing results with existing resources and ability. It will be important to work closely with Community Development and be involved in the development of the new Regional Plan.
STRATEGY TLU-2
STRATEGY TLU-3
STRATEGY TLU-4
STRATEGY TLU-5
STRATEGY TLU-6
NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY PLAN REVIEW
Councilmember Odegaard asked how much the Plan is going to cost. Ms. Neiman stated that the Plan discusses funding in later chapters but right now there are no estimates of all the policies and as new policies come through those costs will be determined. Councilmember McCarthy suggested discussing what the cost would be to implement the Plan fully, what the cost would be if it was not implemented, and the savings associated with implementation.
The following individuals addressed Council regarding the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan:
PLAN REVIEW SCHEDULE
PLAN REVIEW TOPICS
AGENDA
WHY WE ARE HERE
CLIMATE CHANGE IS HERE
COMPARED TO TODAY, BY 2050 WE CAN EXPECT
VULNERABILITY CONSIDERATIONS
CLIMATE PLANS HAVE MANY BENEFITS
MITIGATION MEANS CONSIDERING OUR CONTRIBUTIONS
ADAPTATION MEANS PREPARING FOR WHAT’S COMING
PLAN OBJECTIVES
PLAN TIMELINE
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
UPCOMING COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
WHAT IS THE POTENTIAL FOR IMPACT?
POTENTIAL IMPACT: FLAGSTAFF’S GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
FOCUS AREA REVIEW
CAAP FOCUS AREAS
CAAP FOCUS AREA STRUCTURE
ENERGY FOCUS AREA GOALS
GOAL 1
GOAL 2
GOAL 3
ENERGY FOCUS AREA STRATEGIES
STRATEGY E-1
STRATEGY E-2
STRATEGY E-3
TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE GOALS
GOAL 1
GOAL 2
GOAL 3
GOAL 4
GOAL 5
TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE STRATEGIES
STRATEGY TLU-1
Mayor Evans stated that there are conflicts in what the City wants and what it will get. Ms. Neiman acknowledged that there will have to be trade-offs and it is important to have the community conversations about values to determine what the trade-offs will be in terms of maximizing results with existing resources and ability. It will be important to work closely with Community Development and be involved in the development of the new Regional Plan.
STRATEGY TLU-2
STRATEGY TLU-3
STRATEGY TLU-4
STRATEGY TLU-5
STRATEGY TLU-6
NEXT STEPS
COMMUNITY PLAN REVIEW
Councilmember Odegaard asked how much the Plan is going to cost. Ms. Neiman stated that the Plan discusses funding in later chapters but right now there are no estimates of all the policies and as new policies come through those costs will be determined. Councilmember McCarthy suggested discussing what the cost would be to implement the Plan fully, what the cost would be if it was not implemented, and the savings associated with implementation.
The following individuals addressed Council regarding the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan:
- Joe Shannon
- Dara Marks Marino
- Rick Moore
- Andy Fernandez
- The Plan is important from a resource standpoint and it should be fully funded.
- The Plan should have been worked into the work of the Citizens’ Transportation Tax Commission.
- There are aspects of the Plan that will make it more affordable to live in Flagstaff.
- The Plan encompasses input and information from a diverse group of stakeholders.
- The Plan falls short in the Energy and Transportation Sections.
- There is concern about the lack of a more detailed implementation plan.
- Develop and implement a clear financial strategy to implement the Plan fully.
- A permanent funding mechanism needs to be put in place.
- Flagstaff is a leader in responding to climate change and this Plan is a result of that.
- Kyle England
- Miles Dunlap
- Garrett Heidrick
- Jake Washburn
- Laura Diaz
- Taylor Asher
- Emily Haworth
- Dustin Kebble
- Kelly Bessem
- Chris Kocay
- Matthew Ruiz
- Martha Johnson
- Tristan Smit
- Christina Lizzo
- Elizabeth Lancione
- Garrett Heidrick
5.
Renewable Energy and Bike Share Update
Sustainability Manager Nicole Woodman provided a PowerPoint presentation that covered the following:
RENEWABLE ENERGY AND BIKE SHARE UPDATE
UPDATES
ENERGY PLANNING
CHANGING ENERGY LANDSCAPE?
RENEWABLE ENERGY GOALS
ENERGY CONSUMPTION PROFILE
RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS: CITY
RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS: COMMUNITY
PATH TO INCREASED RENEWABLE ENERGY
Janet Dean addressed the Council about a solar community program being developed that is designed around enhanced solar to benefit lower to middle income customers. It is a customer assistance program that offers customers credits on their bill for solar generation and an opportunity to apply for assistance to have solar panels installed on their home.
Vice Mayor Whelan left the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
BIKE SHARE
BIKE SHARE PILOT
COMMUNITY SURVEY – SINCE APRIL 120 RESPONDENTS
PATH FORWARD
RENEWABLE ENERGY AND BIKE SHARE UPDATE
UPDATES
ENERGY PLANNING
CHANGING ENERGY LANDSCAPE?
RENEWABLE ENERGY GOALS
ENERGY CONSUMPTION PROFILE
RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS: CITY
RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS: COMMUNITY
PATH TO INCREASED RENEWABLE ENERGY
Janet Dean addressed the Council about a solar community program being developed that is designed around enhanced solar to benefit lower to middle income customers. It is a customer assistance program that offers customers credits on their bill for solar generation and an opportunity to apply for assistance to have solar panels installed on their home.
Vice Mayor Whelan left the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
BIKE SHARE
BIKE SHARE PILOT
COMMUNITY SURVEY – SINCE APRIL 120 RESPONDENTS
PATH FORWARD
6.
Public Participation
Deborah Harris addressed Council and offered appreciation to the Flagstaff Police Department for their assistance with some challenges in the Southside neighborhood. She stated that the Southside Community Association will be installing the first Chess Park in Flagstaff. All the materials were donated by Blocklite, and Agassiz Landscaping will be doing the installation.
Renee Valenzuela addressed Council with concerns about noise and offensive music from The Mayor restaurant in the Southside.
Renee Valenzuela addressed Council with concerns about noise and offensive music from The Mayor restaurant in the Southside.
7.
Informational Items To/From Mayor, Council, and City Manager; future agenda item requests.
Councilmember Odegaard asked the City Manager to work with staff to look into the noise issues at The Mayor.
Councilmember Odegaard stated that a citizen recently sang the National Anthem at a Council Meeting and he suggested that there be other opportunities to recognize the talents of citizens throughout the community.
Councilmember Barotz reported that she attended the Big Sing event and it was an amazing event that she hopes will continue for years to come.
Councilmember McCarthy stated that he read a proclamation for the International Peace Day event.
Mayor Evans requested a FAIR item to conduct a demonstration concert at Wheeler Park at the new 75 decibel levels.
Councilmember McCarthy added that he has arranged to do some sound testing at the upcoming Cornucopia Festival and he also took some data from Pickin in the Pines event. He is working with the consultant to input additional data and revising the report.
Councilmember Odegaard stated that a citizen recently sang the National Anthem at a Council Meeting and he suggested that there be other opportunities to recognize the talents of citizens throughout the community.
Councilmember Barotz reported that she attended the Big Sing event and it was an amazing event that she hopes will continue for years to come.
Councilmember McCarthy stated that he read a proclamation for the International Peace Day event.
Mayor Evans requested a FAIR item to conduct a demonstration concert at Wheeler Park at the new 75 decibel levels.
Councilmember McCarthy added that he has arranged to do some sound testing at the upcoming Cornucopia Festival and he also took some data from Pickin in the Pines event. He is working with the consultant to input additional data and revising the report.
8.
Adjournment
The Flagstaff City Council Work Session of September 25, 2018, adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
| _______________________________ MAYOR |
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| ATTEST: |
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| _________________________________ CITY CLERK |
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 September 25, 2018. I further certify that the Meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
| DATED this 2nd day of July, 2019. | |
| ________________________________ CITY CLERK |