City Council Regular Meeting City Hall - Council Chambers 1900 N. Civic Square Goodyear, AZ 85395 |
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pizzillo called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:44 p.m.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Sheri Lauritano; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Bill Stipp; Councilmember Laura Kaino; Councilmember Patrick Bray
- Staff Present:
- City Manager Julie Karins; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Darcie McCracken
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY VICE MAYOR HAMPTON
COMMUNICATIONS
1.
AGUA FRIA UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT UPDATE
Superintendent of the Agua Fria Union High School District (School District) Dr. Mark Yslas, Strategic Alliance Senior Officer Megan Gallego, and Deputy Chief of Staff Rachel Gross presented an update regarding the School District’s strategic plan and accomplishments.
CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
There were no citizen comments.
| CONSENT |
MOTION BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, SECONDED BY Councilmember Patrick Bray
to APPROVE Consent Agenda Item 2 and Items 4 through 7. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Recommendation
Approve the draft minutes from the Regular Meeting held on August 29, 2022. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Recommendation
Approve the draft minutes from the Regular Meeting held on August 29, 2022. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
3.
AMEND CHAPTER 8 OF GOODYEAR CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH ARTICLE 8-2 SHORT-TERM RENTALS
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda to be heard separately.
Assistant City Attorney Jay Karlovich presented a request to amend Chapter 8 of the Goodyear City Code to establish Article 8-2 Short-Term Rentals (STRS). Mr. Karlovich reviewed the legislative history related to STRS noting that the Arizona State Legislature enacted a new statute that allows cities to regulate STRS. The eight new statute provisions would become effective on September 24, 2022. Mr. Karlovich explained that the city of Goodyear would have an STR license regulation process and would issue a short-term rental license with a fee of $250 in lieu of a business license and business license fee.
Mr. Karlovich further discussed the provisions of the new STRS ordinance that included emergency contact requirements, neighborhood notifications, verified violations and penalties, background checks, insurance and advertisement requirements.
Mr. Karlovich reviewed the proposed timeline and added that the STRS license regulations would become effective and enforceable on January 1, 2023.
A discussion ensued related to public notification related to the STRS ordinance.
Council thanked staff for their work on the ordinance.
Mr. Karlovich further discussed the provisions of the new STRS ordinance that included emergency contact requirements, neighborhood notifications, verified violations and penalties, background checks, insurance and advertisement requirements.
Mr. Karlovich reviewed the proposed timeline and added that the STRS license regulations would become effective and enforceable on January 1, 2023.
A discussion ensued related to public notification related to the STRS ordinance.
Council thanked staff for their work on the ordinance.
MOTION BY Councilmember Bill Stipp, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2266 DECLARING A PUBLIC RECORD THAT CERTAIN DOCUMENT FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK AND TITLED “AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8 OF THE CITY OF GOODYEAR CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ESTABLISH A NEW ARTICLE 8-2 ENTITLED SHORT-TERM RENTALS (STRS),” AND ESTABLISHING AN ANNUAL STR LICENSE FEE IN LIEU OF A BUSINESS LICENSE FEE. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
MOTION BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2022-1555 AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CITY OF GOODYEAR CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ESTABLISH A NEW ARTICLE 8-2 ENTITLED SHORT-TERM RENTALS (“STRS”); PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS; SEVERABILITY; PENALTIES; AND 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
4.
APPROVE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS UP TO $4,100,900 FOR HISTORIC GOODYEAR WATERLINE REPLACEMENT (Project #60046)
Recommendation
Approve expenditure of funds up to $4,100,900 for Project #60046 construction of new water main and residential services in the Historic Goodyear community. (Javier Setovich, Public Works Director; Lisa Melton, Senior Project Manager)
Recommendation
Approve expenditure of funds up to $4,100,900 for Project #60046 construction of new water main and residential services in the Historic Goodyear community. (Javier Setovich, Public Works Director; Lisa Melton, Senior Project Manager)
5.
JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH TRIVIUM PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR SHARED USE FACILITIES
Recommendation
Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Joint Use Agreement between Trivium Preparatory Academy and the City of Goodyear for Joint Use Facilities between Trivium Preparatory Academy and the Goodyear Recreation Campus (GRC). (Deanna Ortiz, Recreation Superintendent)
Recommendation
Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Joint Use Agreement between Trivium Preparatory Academy and the City of Goodyear for Joint Use Facilities between Trivium Preparatory Academy and the Goodyear Recreation Campus (GRC). (Deanna Ortiz, Recreation Superintendent)
6.
APPROVE EXPENDITURE UP TO $950,000 FOR THE PURCHASE OF MOTOROLA CONSOLE TELECOMMUNICATION RADIOS
Recommendation
Approve the expenditure of funds up to $950,000 for the purchase and installation of Motorola console radios for telecommunications. (Santiago Rodriguez, Chief of Police)
Recommendation
Approve the expenditure of funds up to $950,000 for the purchase and installation of Motorola console radios for telecommunications. (Santiago Rodriguez, Chief of Police)
7.
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR THRIVE AT AVISION GOODYEAR
Recommendation
Approve the Preliminary Plat for Thrive at Goodyear Single Family Development subject to stipulations. (Alex Lestinsky, Senior Planner)
Recommendation
Approve the Preliminary Plat for Thrive at Goodyear Single Family Development subject to stipulations. (Alex Lestinsky, Senior Planner)
| PUBLIC HEARINGS |
8.
RECOMMEND APPROVAL FOR A NEW CLASS A BINGO LICENSE
Mayor Pizzillo opened the public hearing at 6:12 p.m.
Deputy City Clerk Laura Jara presented a request to recommend approval of a Class A Bingo License for the CantaMia at Estrella Community Association. Ms. Jara explained that bingo is regulated by the Arizona Department of Revenue (AZDOR). She provided an overview of the three different types of bingo licenses and their taxation and noted that all taxes collected from bingo licenses are deposited into the State of Arizona General Fund.
Ms. Jara provided the details of the Association's proposed bingo plans noting that there would be a maximum of 80 participants, no cash payouts, and winners would be given gifts cards instead.
There being no other speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 6:14 p.m.
Council inquired if the applicant would require another public hearing for renewal of a bingo license. Ms. Jara replied that applicants would obtain a renewal license directly from the AZDOR.
Deputy City Clerk Laura Jara presented a request to recommend approval of a Class A Bingo License for the CantaMia at Estrella Community Association. Ms. Jara explained that bingo is regulated by the Arizona Department of Revenue (AZDOR). She provided an overview of the three different types of bingo licenses and their taxation and noted that all taxes collected from bingo licenses are deposited into the State of Arizona General Fund.
Ms. Jara provided the details of the Association's proposed bingo plans noting that there would be a maximum of 80 participants, no cash payouts, and winners would be given gifts cards instead.
There being no other speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 6:14 p.m.
Council inquired if the applicant would require another public hearing for renewal of a bingo license. Ms. Jara replied that applicants would obtain a renewal license directly from the AZDOR.
MOTION BY Councilmember Patrick Bray, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to recommend APPROVAL to the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) for a Class A bingo license, submitted by Nichole Strick, representative of CantaMia at Estrella Community Association (Association), for bingo games to be held at 17700 W. Star Point, Bldg B., Goodyear, AZ 85338. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
| BUSINESS |
9.
MUNICIPAL USER FEE SCHEDULE
Finance Director Doug Sandstrom presented a request to reconsider and disapprove Resolution 2022-2260 that was approved by the Council on July 18, 2022. Mr. Sandstrom explained that the resolution adopted approximately 11 new fees related to building safety and consolidated all municipal fee under one fee table for ease of administration. He relayed that the exhibit to the resolution was attached in error. The action would reset the municipal users back to the amounts they were prior to the July 18 action.
A discussion ensued related to the municipal user fees and their implementation.
A discussion ensued related to the municipal user fees and their implementation.
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino to RECONSIDER Resolution 2022-2260. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano to DISAPPROVE Resolution 2022-2260. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
10.
CREATE CIP PROJECT 60109 GOODYEAR WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY EXPANSION AND AUTHORIZE RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENTS
Director of Public Works Javier Setovich presented a request to create a capital project for the first phase of expansion of the Goodyear Water Reclamation Facility (GWRF) and approve the associated budget transfers. He added that the overall budget for the first phase is $2 million.
Mr. Setovich discussed the need to move forward with the expansion of the GWRF by reviewing the capacity requirements and noting that the GWRF has seen peak flows above 80% during the hottest times of the year. He noted that Maricopa County requires a facility to begin design when actual flows reach 80% capacity and to be under construction when flows reach 90% of capacity. Mr. Setovich spoke about the partnership with APS to treat the brine which is expected to be in place by the end of calendar year 2024.
A discussion ensued related to the first phase of design and the actions moving forward should the partnership not materialize with APS. Mr. Setovich noted that the City is working with Liberty Utilities to assist with their capacity issues.
Mr. Setovich discussed the need to move forward with the expansion of the GWRF by reviewing the capacity requirements and noting that the GWRF has seen peak flows above 80% during the hottest times of the year. He noted that Maricopa County requires a facility to begin design when actual flows reach 80% capacity and to be under construction when flows reach 90% of capacity. Mr. Setovich spoke about the partnership with APS to treat the brine which is expected to be in place by the end of calendar year 2024.
A discussion ensued related to the first phase of design and the actions moving forward should the partnership not materialize with APS. Mr. Setovich noted that the City is working with Liberty Utilities to assist with their capacity issues.
MOTION BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to APPROVE the creation of CIP project 60109 Goodyear Water Reclamation Facility Expansion and authorize related budget amendments. 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, Councilmember Patrick Bray
Passed - Unanimously
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Council requested a study to be conducted on traffic lights. City Manager Julie Karins proposed a work session be scheduled to provide a meaningful discussion.
Council requested a study on soccer fields in the retention area north of the freeway to help the demand of soccer in the west valley. Ms.Karins replied that soccer fields are being studied as part of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan which is currently underway.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
| September 19, 2022 | Work Session | 5:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 6:48 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 September 12, 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 September 12, 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