City Council Regular Meeting Municipal Court and Council Chambers 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite B101 Goodyear, AZ 85338 |
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pizzillo called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY MAYOR PIZZILLO
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Sheri Lauritano; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Bill Stipp; Councilmember Laura Kaino
- Staff Present:
- City Manager Julie Karins; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Darcie McCracken
COMMUNICATIONS
1.
RECOGNIZE THE COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) OF 2021
Emergency Manager Julie Syrmopoulos recognized the ten graduates from the 2021 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Ms. Syrmopoulos provided details of the CERT program noting that it educates citizens about disaster preparedness.
The graduates are: Sherri Arnold, Arienne Fulton, Mike Fulton, Bonnie Gonzalez, Bruce Gottschalk, John Lagenhausen, Karin Peters, Elena Ross, Dorothy “Dart” Smith and Corey Stohlquist.
The graduates are: Sherri Arnold, Arienne Fulton, Mike Fulton, Bonnie Gonzalez, Bruce Gottschalk, John Lagenhausen, Karin Peters, Elena Ross, Dorothy “Dart” Smith and Corey Stohlquist.
CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
Lynn Henderson, Goodyear resident, expressed her concerns about the issues at the dead end of Estrella Parkway in Estrella Mountain Ranch. Ms. Henderson described the issues that have been occurring such as street racing, destruction of property, squealing tires, trespassing and loud noise. She also presented some solutions and asked about speaking with the City Engineer.
Mayor Pizzillo requested that the City Manager follow-up with the residents and the owner of the land to discuss mitigation measures.
Mayor Pizzillo requested that the City Manager follow-up with the residents and the owner of the land to discuss mitigation measures.
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MOTION BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to APPROVE Consent Agenda Items 2 through 16. The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Recommendation
Approve the draft minutes from the Regular Meeting held on December 13, 2021 and the Special Meeting held on December 17, 2021. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Recommendation
Approve the draft minutes from the Regular Meeting held on December 13, 2021 and the Special Meeting held on December 17, 2021. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
3.
APPROVE THE AMENDED 2022 COUNCIL MEETING CALENDAR
Recommendation
Approve the Amended 2022 Council Meeting Calendar. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Recommendation
Approve the Amended 2022 Council Meeting Calendar. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
4.
ACCEPT THE ELECTION AND APPOINT LIAM TIERNEY TO THE FIRE PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL RETIREMENT BOARD
Recommendation
Accept the election and appoint Liam Tierney to serve a full term as a Fire Member on the Fire Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board beginning January 29, 2022 and ending January 28, 2026. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Recommendation
Accept the election and appoint Liam Tierney to serve a full term as a Fire Member on the Fire Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board beginning January 29, 2022 and ending January 28, 2026. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
5.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN MARICOPA COUNTY AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR REGARDING MARICOPA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE DETENTION TRAINING ACADEMY
Recommendation
Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement between Maricopa County and the City of Goodyear for training of the Goodyear Police Department recruits at the MCSO Detention Officer Academy Training Center. (Santiago Rodriguez, Chief of Police)
Recommendation
Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement between Maricopa County and the City of Goodyear for training of the Goodyear Police Department recruits at the MCSO Detention Officer Academy Training Center. (Santiago Rodriguez, Chief of Police)
6.
AGREEMENT TO SHARE COSTS FOR THE FEASIBILITY STUDY OF BARTLETT DAM MODIFICATION ALTERNATIVES AMONG COST-SHARE PARTNERS AND SALT RIVER PROJECT AGRICULTURAL IMPROVEMENT AND POWER DISTRICT AND RELATED BUDGET TRANSFER
Recommendation
Authorize the City Manager or her designee to take any and all actions to execute the agreement with the amended language and that allows staff the authority to agree to minor non-pecuniary Agreement changes. (Gretchen Erwin, Water Resources and Sustainability Manager)
Recommendation
Authorize the City Manager or her designee to take any and all actions to execute the agreement with the amended language and that allows staff the authority to agree to minor non-pecuniary Agreement changes. (Gretchen Erwin, Water Resources and Sustainability Manager)
7.
GOODYEAR NORTH SUBDIVISION STREET LIGHTING
Recommendation
Approve expenditure of funds up to $1,300,923 for the purchase and installation of LED streetlights in Goodyear’s North subdivision (CIP Project #42024). (Mario Saldamando, Senior Project Manager)
Recommendation
Approve expenditure of funds up to $1,300,923 for the purchase and installation of LED streetlights in Goodyear’s North subdivision (CIP Project #42024). (Mario Saldamando, Senior Project Manager)
8.
AUTHORIZE THE ABANDONMENT OF PORTIONS OF LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD FOR FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE-PHASE 1A
Recommendation
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2200 CONDITIONALLY VACATING A PORTION OF A STREET KNOWN AS LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD ALONG THE NORTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1A; EXTINGUISHING CITY’S EASEMENT INTEREST PORTION OF LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD BEING VACATED; AND PROVIDING: EFFECTIVE DATE FOR VACATING STREET AND EXTINGUISHMENT OF EASEMENT, DIRECTION, AND EFFECTIVE DATE OF RESOLUTION. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
Recommendation
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2200 CONDITIONALLY VACATING A PORTION OF A STREET KNOWN AS LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD ALONG THE NORTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1A; EXTINGUISHING CITY’S EASEMENT INTEREST PORTION OF LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD BEING VACATED; AND PROVIDING: EFFECTIVE DATE FOR VACATING STREET AND EXTINGUISHMENT OF EASEMENT, DIRECTION, AND EFFECTIVE DATE OF RESOLUTION. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
9.
AUTHORIZE THE ABANDONMENT OF PORTIONS OF LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD FOR FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE-PHASE 1B
Recommendation
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2201 CONDITIONALLY VACATING A PORTION OF A STREET KNOWN AS LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD ALONG THE NORTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1B; EXTINGUISHING CITY’S EASEMENT INTEREST PORTION OF LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD BEING VACATED; AND PROVIDING: EFFECTIVE DATE FOR VACATING STREET AND EXTINGUISHMENT OF EASEMENT, DIRECTION, AND EFFECTIVE DATE OF RESOLUTION . (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
Recommendation
10.
ACCEPT THE DEDICATION OF WASTEWATER LINE EASEMENTS FOR THE AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT
Recommendation
Accept the dedication of the five (5) Wastewater Line and Facilities Access Easements. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
Recommendation
Accept the dedication of the five (5) Wastewater Line and Facilities Access Easements. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
11.
ACCEPT THE DEDICATION OF TWO WATER METER AND WATER LINE EASEMENTS AND A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE HANCOCK AT CANYON TRAILS DEVELOPMENT
Recommendation
Accept the dedication of two Water Meter and Water Line Easements; and a Public Utility and Sidewalk Easement associated with the Hancock Canyon Trails Development from DT BTR CTS LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
Recommendation
Accept the dedication of two Water Meter and Water Line Easements; and a Public Utility and Sidewalk Easement associated with the Hancock Canyon Trails Development from DT BTR CTS LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
12.
RATIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF A TEMPORARY DRAINAGE EASEMENT FOR THE AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT
Recommendation
Ratify the acceptance of the Temporary Drainage Easement Agreement. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
Recommendation
Ratify the acceptance of the Temporary Drainage Easement Agreement. (Linda Beals, Real Estate Coordinator)
13.
REPLAT PEBBLECREEK PHASE II UNIT 51, TRACT H
Recommendation
Approve the Replat Pebblecreek Phase II, Unit Fifty-One, Tract H subject to stipulations. (Katie Wilken, Planning Manager)
Recommendation
Approve the Replat Pebblecreek Phase II, Unit Fifty-One, Tract H subject to stipulations. (Katie Wilken, Planning Manager)
14.
REPLAT OF PEBBLECREEK PHASE II UNIT FIFTY-NINE LOTS 3-35 AND TRACT ‘G’
Recommendation
Approve the Replat of PebbleCreek Phase II Unit Fifty-Nine Lots 3-35 and Tract ‘G’ subject to stipulations. (Katie Wilken, Planning Manager)
Recommendation
Approve the Replat of PebbleCreek Phase II Unit Fifty-Nine Lots 3-35 and Tract ‘G’ subject to stipulations. (Katie Wilken, Planning Manager)
15.
FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1A AND TEMPORARY TURNAROUND EASEMENT
Recommendation
Recommendation
- Approve form of Temporary Turnaround Easement, authorize City Attorney or designee to finalize the easement to reflect current ownership and lender consent after obtaining current title report for the easement area, and authorize and direct City Manager or designee to execute and have the executed easement recorded in the official records of Maricopa County.
- Approve the Final Plat of
16.
FINAL PLAT OF AVION AT BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1B
Recommendation
Approve the Final Plat of Avion at Ballpark Village Phase 1B “Final Plat for Phase 1B”, subdividing approximately 26.15 acres into120 Lots and 12 Tracts located west of the southwest corner of Estrella Parkway and Lower Buckeye Road (being renamed Ballpark Village Boulevard) (the “Property”) subject to stipulations. (Christian M. Williams, Planner)
Recommendation
Approve the Final Plat of Avion at Ballpark Village Phase 1B “Final Plat for Phase 1B”, subdividing approximately 26.15 acres into
| BUSINESS |
17.
2022 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE AGENDA
Government Relations Manager Ginna Carico presented the 2022 State and Federal Legislative Agenda. Ms. Carico reviewed the 2021 Session noting that 2021 had one of the highest bill counts in years and the third longest session in the State’s history at 171 days. She spoke about the major themes from the last session that included COVID-19, income tax cuts and state shared revenue, schools and local governments, chamber policies, SB 1487 Expansion, and election integrity.
Ms. Carico highlighted Goodyear’s noteworthy session wins such as entering into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation to receive $8 million from the State of Arizona to begin critical utility relocation, engineering design, real estate and construction administration to widen Camelback Road. She added that Mayor Georgia Lord and Director of Engineering Sumeet Mohan were instrumental in securing these funds by testifying in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Other wins for Goodyear included a compromise on Prop 400E Plan, HB 2400 Goodyear League Resolution and SB 1366 Remediated Water.
Ms. Carico reviewed the 2022 Legislative priorities and touched on protecting and enhancing the water supply and collaborating to build a robust transportation network. She also reviewed the 2022 Legislative issues such as Prop 400E enabling legislation, zoning, permitting, and affordable housing, short term rentals, and revenue surplus and impacts on the budget.
Council requested updates on short-term rentals as the item goes through the Legislature.
Council expressed the need to inform residents on what is happening at the state level and getting them engaged.
Council also expressed that since the city of Goodyear was split into four legislative districts, noting Pebblecreek was split in two districts, that it was up to the Council to keep the city together and make sure everyone’s voices are heard.
City Manager Julie Karins clarified the last change from the Redistricting Commission placed Pebblecreek into one district.
Ms. Carico highlighted Goodyear’s noteworthy session wins such as entering into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation to receive $8 million from the State of Arizona to begin critical utility relocation, engineering design, real estate and construction administration to widen Camelback Road. She added that Mayor Georgia Lord and Director of Engineering Sumeet Mohan were instrumental in securing these funds by testifying in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Other wins for Goodyear included a compromise on Prop 400E Plan, HB 2400 Goodyear League Resolution and SB 1366 Remediated Water.
Ms. Carico reviewed the 2022 Legislative priorities and touched on protecting and enhancing the water supply and collaborating to build a robust transportation network. She also reviewed the 2022 Legislative issues such as Prop 400E enabling legislation, zoning, permitting, and affordable housing, short term rentals, and revenue surplus and impacts on the budget.
Council requested updates on short-term rentals as the item goes through the Legislature.
Council expressed the need to inform residents on what is happening at the state level and getting them engaged.
Council also expressed that since the city of Goodyear was split into four legislative districts, noting Pebblecreek was split in two districts, that it was up to the Council to keep the city together and make sure everyone’s voices are heard.
City Manager Julie Karins clarified the last change from the Redistricting Commission placed Pebblecreek into one district.
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2202 ADOPTING A 2022 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE AGENDA AND PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION TO THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE(S) TO TAKE ACTION. The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
18.
MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT BETWEEN AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE AND CITY OF GOODYEAR
Goodyear Fire Chief Paul Luizzi explained that the Goodyear Fire Department has undertaken the Certificate of Necessity (CON) process to allow the City to provide its own ambulance transportation run by the fire department. The process allows for interested parties already holding a CON to contest the application. During the City's process, American Medical Response (AMR) contested the City of Goodyear's application. Fire Chief Luizzi relayed that prior to a hearing, the City and AMR came to an agreement.
Chief Luizzi reviewed the terms of the agreement noting that it was a two-year agreement with three one-year extensions that automatically renew. Upon Goodyear receiving the CON, AMR would be secondary to the city of Goodyear and Maricopa when responding to the Mobile community.
Chief Luizzi reviewed the terms of the agreement noting that it was a two-year agreement with three one-year extensions that automatically renew. Upon Goodyear receiving the CON, AMR would be secondary to the city of Goodyear and Maricopa when responding to the Mobile community.
MOTION BY Councilmember Bill Stipp, SECONDED BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2203 APPROVING MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT BETWEEN AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE OF MARICOPA (AMR) AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS AND TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE AGREEMENT AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
19.
ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT PRESENTATION 2020-2021
Deputy Finance Director Jared Askelson presented the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21). Mr. Askelson discussed the City’s net position noting that in FY21 the City's net position exceeded the $1 billion threshold and the Governmental Funds fund balance also exceeded $250 million.
Mr. Askelson spoke about the independent auditor’s report relaying that the city was given an unmodified opinion meaning the city had a clean audit, no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses were reported as a part of the internal controls, and the city is in compliance with state statutes with respect to the financial statements. He added that the City’s financial position continues to improve.
Mr. Askelson spoke about the independent auditor’s report relaying that the city was given an unmodified opinion meaning the city had a clean audit, no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses were reported as a part of the internal controls, and the city is in compliance with state statutes with respect to the financial statements. He added that the City’s financial position continues to improve.
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to RECEIVE the 2020-2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
20.
PRESENTATION OF AUDIT RESULTS
Audit Director Crimson Singleton, with Hinton Burdick, PLLC, presented the audit results for Fiscal Year 2021. Ms. Singleton explained the audit procedures adding that they are required to understand internal controls, test various transactions, review supporting documentation and report findings to management and those charged with governance.
Ms. Singleton relayed that the independent auditors reported an unmodified or “clean opinion”, no material weaknesses and no significant deficiencies, no reportable findings on state compliance and no findings to report on each major program that expends over $750,000 in federal funding such as federal grants. She added that overall the City does a great job.
Ms. Singleton relayed that the independent auditors reported an unmodified or “clean opinion”, no material weaknesses and no significant deficiencies, no reportable findings on state compliance and no findings to report on each major program that expends over $750,000 in federal funding such as federal grants. She added that overall the City does a great job.
MOTION BY Councilmember Bill Stipp, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino to RECEIVE the Results of the Audit of the 2020-2021 Financial Statements. The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
21.
RECOGNIZE THE COUNCIL VACANCY AND ESTABLISH THE PROCESS TO FILL SUCH VACANCY
City Clerk Darcie McCracken presented information on the city council vacancy created on December 17, 2021. Ms. McCracken reviewed the requirements and qualifications needed for those who apply for the vacancy. She also noted that the vacancy needed to be completed within 60 days once the vacancy is recognized.
Ms. McCracken explained the previous process that was used to fill a council vacancy in 2018 and inquired if the council wanted to use the same process.
Council supported the recommendation to follow the process that was used in 2018 to fill the vacancy.
Ms. McCracken explained the previous process that was used to fill a council vacancy in 2018 and inquired if the council wanted to use the same process.
Council supported the recommendation to follow the process that was used in 2018 to fill the vacancy.
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to RECOGNIZE the council vacancy. The motion carried by the following vote:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Laura Kaino
Passed - Unanimously
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Council provided an update on Valley Metro stating that Valley Metro was in the process of recruiting for a CFO and CEO.
Council relayed that several residents had comments about streetlight timing, lighting of the buildings on the SR 303 and questions about a city compost program.
Council commented on a resident's request to prohibit engine braking on Camelback Road and if a work session would be needed to discuss the issue. City Manager Julie Karins replied that she would research the issue and provide an update to Council which could be a work session.
Ms. Karins stated that City offices will be closed on Monday, January 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Ms. Karins also invited everyone to the celebration of life for Mayor Georgia Lord who passed away on December 12. The celebration will take place on Friday, January 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Goodyear Civic Square Park.
Council relayed that several residents had comments about streetlight timing, lighting of the buildings on the SR 303 and questions about a city compost program.
Council commented on a resident's request to prohibit engine braking on Camelback Road and if a work session would be needed to discuss the issue. City Manager Julie Karins replied that she would research the issue and provide an update to Council which could be a work session.
Ms. Karins stated that City offices will be closed on Monday, January 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Ms. Karins also invited everyone to the celebration of life for Mayor Georgia Lord who passed away on December 12. The celebration will take place on Friday, January 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Goodyear Civic Square Park.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
| January 24, 2022 | Work Session | 5:00 p.m. |
| January 24, 2022 | Regular Meeting | 6:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:10 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING of the city of Goodyear, Arizona, held on January 10, 2022. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2022. SEAL:
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Darcie McCracken, City Clerk
| __________________________ Darcie McCracken, City Clerk |
__________________________ Joe Pizzillo, Mayor |
Date:___________________ |
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING of the city of Goodyear, Arizona, held on January 10, 2022. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2022. SEAL:
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Darcie McCracken, City Clerk