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 meeting to order at 5:13 p.m.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Laura Kaino; Councilmember Sheri Lauritano; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Bill Stipp; Councilmember Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Vicki Gillis
- Staff Present:
- City Manager Wynette Reed; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Darcie McCracken
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER CAMPBELL
CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
Vic Knight, a Goodyear resident, opposed the Use Permit for a Circle K, questioning the zoning permit notice process, the zoning notification area, and the lack of notice of the full scope of the application.
Constance Angus, a Goodyear resident, thanked the Council for their service to the community. Ms. Angus opposed the Use Permit for a Circle K, presenting information from a petition circulated within the Pebble Creek community. She added that the permit would cause health concerns for the residents near Circle K.
John Angus, a Goodyear resident, seconded Ms. Angus's comments. He added his opposition based on serious health concerns for residents living next to diesel fuel pumping stations and semi-truck parking, which he likened to a truck stop.
Council requested information regarding the zoning administrators' ability to extend the notification area.
Constance Angus, a Goodyear resident, thanked the Council for their service to the community. Ms. Angus opposed the Use Permit for a Circle K, presenting information from a petition circulated within the Pebble Creek community. She added that the permit would cause health concerns for the residents near Circle K.
John Angus, a Goodyear resident, seconded Ms. Angus's comments. He added his opposition based on serious health concerns for residents living next to diesel fuel pumping stations and semi-truck parking, which he likened to a truck stop.
Council requested information regarding the zoning administrators' ability to extend the notification area.
| CONSENT |
Council requested clarification of Consent Agenda item 7, specifically to the property requiring eminent domain. Real Estate Coordinator Kimberly Romero explained the City would obtain a temporary construction easement via a court order to install a waterline.
MOTION BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, SECONDED BY Councilmember Brannon Hampton to APPROVE Consent Agenda items 1 through 10. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the draft minutes from a Regular Meeting held on May 8, 2023. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Approve the draft minutes from a Regular Meeting held on May 8, 2023. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
2.
ADOPTION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL RETIREMENT SYSTEM FY2024 PENSION FUNDING POLICY
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System FY2024 Pension Funding Policy. (Doug Sandstrom, Finance Director)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System FY2024 Pension Funding Policy. (Doug Sandstrom, Finance Director)
3.
JOINT AGENCY AGREEMENT WITH THE MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (MAG) FOR THE VINEYARD AND 143RD AVE SAFETY PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Joint Agency Agreement with the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) for project 42070 - Vineyard and 143rd Ave Safety Project and authorizing necessary budget amendments and all expenditures of up to $30,000 for design in FY 2023 and up to $414,671 for construction in FY 2024. (Christopher Bridges, Transportation Planning Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Joint Agency Agreement with the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) for project 42070 - Vineyard and 143rd Ave Safety Project and authorizing necessary budget amendments and all expenditures of up to $30,000 for design in FY 2023 and up to $414,671 for construction in FY 2024. (Christopher Bridges, Transportation Planning Manager)
4.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO CALL THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION, PROVIDE NOTICE OF THE ELECTION AND REQUEST ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE MEASURES
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2306ORDERING, CALLING AND PROVIDING NOTICE OF A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2023; REFERRING TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF GOODYEAR QUESTIONS OF SELLING AND ISSUING BONDS PAYABLE FROM SECONDARY (AD VALOREM) PROPERTY TAXES; DESIGNATING THE MANNER OF ELECTION; DESIGNATING THE DATES THAT VOTER REGISTRATION CLOSES; DESIGNATING PROVISIONS FOR THE FILING OF ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO ENTER INTO ALL AGREEMENTS TO EFFECTUATE ELECTION SERVICES; AND ORDERING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF THIS CALL OF ELECTION. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2306
5.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH MARICOPA COUNTY FOR COORDINATION OF ROADWAY STANDARDS RELATED TO DEVELOPMENT
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2316 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN MARICOPA COUNTY AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR FOR COORDINATION OF ROADWAY STANDARDS RELATED TO PRIVATE DEVELOPMENTS AND PROVIDING DIRECTION AND AUTHORIZATION. (Christopher Bridges, Transportation Planning Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2316 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN MARICOPA COUNTY AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR FOR COORDINATION OF ROADWAY STANDARDS RELATED TO PRIVATE DEVELOPMENTS AND PROVIDING DIRECTION AND AUTHORIZATION. (Christopher Bridges, Transportation Planning Manager)
6.
FY2024 DESIGNATION OF CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER FOR EXPENDITURE LIMIT REPORTING
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023–2310 DESIGNATING THE CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER FOR OFFICIALLY SUBMITTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 EXPENDITURE LIMITATION REPORT TO THE ARIZONA AUDITOR GENERAL. (Doug Sandstrom, Finance Director)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023–2310 DESIGNATING THE CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER FOR OFFICIALLY SUBMITTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 EXPENDITURE LIMITATION REPORT TO THE ARIZONA AUDITOR GENERAL. (Doug Sandstrom, Finance Director)
7.
RECOMMENDATION
8.
RECOMMENDATION
9.
INCREASE TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT #42037 YUMA ROAD, CANYON TRAILS TO SARIVAL AND AUTHORIZE RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENTS
RECOMMENDATION
Approve a budget increase of $2.37 million for Capital Improvement Program Project #42037 Yuma Road, Canyon Trails to Sarival and related budget amendments. (Hugh Bigalk, City Traffic Engineer; Allan Smolko, Sr. Project Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve a budget increase of $2.37 million for Capital Improvement Program Project #42037 Yuma Road, Canyon Trails to Sarival and related budget amendments. (Hugh Bigalk, City Traffic Engineer; Allan Smolko, Sr. Project Manager)
10.
FINAL PLAT FOR ARROYO RANCH
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Final Plat for Arroyo Ranch. (Marty Crossland, Interim Deputy Director of Development Engineering)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Final Plat for Arroyo Ranch. (Marty Crossland, Interim Deputy Director of Development Engineering)
| PUBLIC HEARINGS |
11.
USE PERMIT FOR A CONVENIENCE USE (CIRCLE K CONVENIENCE STORE WITH A GAS STATION)
This item has been continued to June 26, 2023.
This item has been continued to June 26, 2023.
12.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A STORAGE FACILITY (U-HAUL MOVING & STORAGE FACILITY)
Mayor Pizzillo opened the public hearing at 5:23 p.m.
Planning Manager Steve Careccia introduced the request for approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for a Storage Facility, U-Haul Moving & Storage Facility, located at the corner of West Van Buren and North 137th Avenue. The zoning is C-2, which requires a SUP for a storage facility. The stipulations include standard site plan reviews, signage approvals, and approval from the City of Avondale, as the lot is adjacent to the City.
Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:29 p.m.
Council requested clarification of the location and the visibility of storage boxes from the public.
Mr. Careccia noted the area of the proposed use and reiterated the storage containers would be housed in the building.
Planning Manager Steve Careccia introduced the request for approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for a Storage Facility, U-Haul Moving & Storage Facility, located at the corner of West Van Buren and North 137th Avenue. The zoning is C-2, which requires a SUP for a storage facility. The stipulations include standard site plan reviews, signage approvals, and approval from the City of Avondale, as the lot is adjacent to the City.
Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:29 p.m.
Council requested clarification of the location and the visibility of storage boxes from the public.
Mr. Careccia noted the area of the proposed use and reiterated the storage containers would be housed in the building.
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to Approve a Special Use Permit for a Storage Facility with stipulations. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
| BUSINESS |
13.
ADOPT TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING
Finance Manager Ryan Bittle introduced Business items 13 through 15, a Resolution adopting the revenue and expense estimates for the fiscal year 2024, the 2024 financial policies, and the authorization of expenditures over $500,000.
Mr. Bittle provided information on the 14 changes included in the budget as discussed by the Council at April 17, 2023, work session.
Council discussed how funds are reconciled when expenditures are not completed in one fiscal year, infrastructure needs for the Mobile area, the time the Council gives to review and plan for budget changes strategically, and the need for an increase in staff numbers to best support the growth within the City.
Council shared the need to take advantage of the work session meetings scheduled to discuss items in more detail.
Mr. Bittle provided information on the 14 changes included in the budget as discussed by the Council at April 17, 2023, work session.
Council discussed how funds are reconciled when expenditures are not completed in one fiscal year, infrastructure needs for the Mobile area, the time the Council gives to review and plan for budget changes strategically, and the need for an increase in staff numbers to best support the growth within the City.
Council shared the need to take advantage of the work session meetings scheduled to discuss items in more detail.
MOTION BY Councilmember Bill Stipp, SECONDED BY Councilmember Brannon Hampton to ADOPT Resolution 2023-2309, A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ESTIMATES OF REVENUES AND EXPENSES FOR THE CITY OF GOODYEAR, INCLUDING ESTIMATED PROPERTY TAX LEVY AND PROPERTY TAX RATES, AS THE TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2023 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2024; SETTING FORTH THE RECEIPTS AND THE AMOUNTS ESTIMATED AS COLLECTIBLE FOR THE PREVIOUS FISCAL YEAR; THE AMOUNT PROPOSED TO BE RAISED BY DIRECT PROPERTY TAXATION FOR THE VARIOUS PURPOSES; GIVING NOTICE OF THE TIME FOR HEARING TAXPAYERS; FOR ADOPTION OF BUDGET AND SETTING THE TAX LEVIES. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
14.
FY2024 FINANCIAL POLICIES
MOTION BY Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to ADOPT the Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Policies. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
15.
AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES IN EXCESS OF $500,000 FOR FY2024
MOTION BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to AUTHORIZE the FY2024 listed expenditures in excess of $500,000. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
16.
ADOPT PROPOSED USER FEE CHANGES TO THE GOODYEAR MUNICIPAL USER FEE SCHEDULE
Deputy Finance Director Jared Askelson presented Resolution 2023-2307, updating the Municipal User Fees. Mr. Askelson noted the only two changes were a decrease in Preliminary Subdivision Plat Application Fees for preliminary plats with 11 or more lots, and the addition of a new fee category for large-scale utility boring projects.
Robert Pizorno with Lumen Technologies thanked staff and Council for considering the Municipal User Fee Resolution changes.
Robert Pizorno with Lumen Technologies thanked staff and Council for considering the Municipal User Fee Resolution changes.
MOTION BY Councilmember Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2307 APPROVING AND ADOPTING A DOCUMENT ENTITLED THE GOODYEAR MUNICIPAL USER FEE SCHEDULE REPLACING AND SUPERSEDING THE MUNICIPAL USER FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2274 AS AMENDED; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Laura Kaino, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Vicki Gillis
Passed - Unanimously
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Councilmember Hampton requested the City Manager look into relief for the construction traffic concerns of the residents living in Palm Valley Phase 5.
City Manager Wynette Reed stated the Goodyear Night Market was a popular event, with over 3,000 attendees.
Ms. Reed concluded noting the Ballpark hosted three high school graduations with 1,180 graduates and 15,000 guests, and the BBQ and Balloons event had over 800 attendees and included multiple food and retail vendors, six barbeque teams, and two hot air balloons.
City Manager Wynette Reed stated the Goodyear Night Market was a popular event, with over 3,000 attendees.
Ms. Reed concluded noting the Ballpark hosted three high school graduations with 1,180 graduates and 15,000 guests, and the BBQ and Balloons event had over 800 attendees and included multiple food and retail vendors, six barbeque teams, and two hot air balloons.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
| June 5, 2023 | Council Work Session | 5:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 6:25 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 May 22, 2023. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2023. 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 May 22, 2023. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2023. SEAL:
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Darcie McCracken, City Clerk