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 5:00 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 HAMPTON
CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
There were no speakers.
| CONSENT |
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano to APPROVE Consent Agenda Items 1 through 10. The 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 September 23, 2024, Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
Approve the September 23, 2024, Regular Meeting draft minutes. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
2.
2025 COUNCIL MEETING CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the 2025 Council Meeting Calendar. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the 2025 Council Meeting Calendar. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
3.
MODIFY THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RULES OF PROCEDURE
RECOMMENDATION
Modify the City of Goodyear, Arizona City Council Meeting Rules of Procedure. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Modify the City of Goodyear, Arizona City Council Meeting Rules of Procedure. (Darcie McCracken, City Clerk)
4.
MAP OF DEDICATION FOR FULTON HOMES BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1A
RECOMMENDATION
Conditionally approve the Map of Dedication for Ballpark Village – Phase 1A, subject to stipulations. (Marty Crossland, Deputy Director of Engineering Development)
RECOMMENDATION
Conditionally approve the Map of Dedication for Ballpark Village – Phase 1A, subject to stipulations. (Marty Crossland, Deputy Director of Engineering Development)
5.
FINAL PLAT FOR GSQ REGIONAL CENTER- PHASE 1 WEST GOODYEAR WAY
RECOMMENDATION
Conditionally approve the Final Plat for Goodyear Regional Center, to replat six lots, a portion of a seventh lot, and one tract into nine lots and one tract comprising a total of 122.024 acres, subject to stipulations. (Marty Crossland, Deputy Director of Development Engineering).
RECOMMENDATION
Conditionally approve the Final Plat for Goodyear Regional Center, to replat six lots, a portion of a seventh lot, and one tract into nine lots and one tract comprising a total of 122.024 acres, subject to stipulations. (Marty Crossland, Deputy Director of Development Engineering).
6.
FINAL PLAT OF FULTON HOMES BALLPARK VILLAGE PHASE 1A
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Final Plat of Ballpark Village – Phase 1A subdividing approximately14.58 acres into 30 lots and 7 tracts, subject to stipulations. (Marty Crossland, Deputy Director of Engineering Development)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Final Plat of Ballpark Village – Phase 1A subdividing approximately
7.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MARICOPA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
RECOMMENDATION
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Educational Services Agreement with Maricopa County Community College District for the provision of certain educational services. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Educational Services Agreement with Maricopa County Community College District for the provision of certain educational services. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
8.
APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT OF CITY MANAGER'S CONTINGENCY
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the budget amendment of the City Manager's Contingency Fund. (Jared Askelson, Finance Director)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the budget amendment of the City Manager's Contingency Fund. (Jared Askelson, Finance Director)
Council requested that an explanation be provided to Council if a consultant's recommendations are not followed.
9.
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE OF CONSTRUCTION FUNDS FOR APPROVED CIP PROJECT #60034 – BRINE DISPOSAL IMPROVEMENT PIPELINE PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the expenditure of funds up to $12,245,000 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project #60034 – Brine Disposal Improvement Pipeline Project. (Anthony Dudley, Acting Water Services Director)
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the expenditure of funds up to $12,245,000 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project #60034 – Brine Disposal Improvement Pipeline Project. (Anthony Dudley, Acting Water Services Director)
10.
AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE OF CONSTRUCTION FUNDS FOR APPROVED CIP PROJECT #60077 – RAINBOW VALLEY WRF EXPANSION
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the expenditure of funds for Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)-3 up to $17,400,000 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project #60077 - Rainbow Valley Water Reclamation Facility Expansion. (Anthony Dudley, Acting Water Services Director)
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the expenditure of funds for Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)-3 up to $17,400,000 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project #60077 - Rainbow Valley Water Reclamation Facility Expansion. (Anthony Dudley, Acting Water Services Director)
| BUSINESS |
11.
GOODYEAR BALLPARK TICKET PRICING STRUCTURE
Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Bruce Kessman presented the request to update the Goodyear Ballpark ticket pricing structure. He provided a historical overview of the pricing model and shared staff's analysis in comparison to other Cactus League facilities. Mr. Kessman noted that Goodyear Ballpark will continue offering exclusive promotions for residents and will remain in the lower pricing tier for comparable seating categories across the league.
Council expressed support for maintaining resident discounts and acknowledged the affordability of the updated ticket pricing, along with the addition of home plate box options. Council also requested that staff explore adding more shade options to the Goodyear Ballpark in the future.
Council expressed support for maintaining resident discounts and acknowledged the affordability of the updated ticket pricing, along with the addition of home plate box options. Council also requested that staff explore adding more shade options to the Goodyear Ballpark in the future.
MOTION BY Councilmember Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Laura Kaino to APPROVE the Spring Training ticket pricing structure. The 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
12.
PENSKE TRUCK LEASING ANNEXATION
Planning Manager Christian Williams presented the request from Penske Truck Leasing to annex approximately 4.92 acres located on the south side of West McDowell Road, just west of the 183rd Drive alignment. Mr. Williams explained that this is the first step in the annexation process. He noted that if the property is annexed into the City, the applicant plans to apply for permits to expand their existing Penske Truck Rental facility, which borders the property to the east which is already located in the city.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Williams explained that the property to the west of the parcel would remain in Maricopa County's jurisdiction.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Williams explained that the property to the west of the parcel would remain in Maricopa County's jurisdiction.
MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Vicki Gillis to AUTHORIZE staff to initiate the annexation of Assessor's Parcel Number 502-37-064M approximately 4.92 acres of property, generally located on the south side of West McDowell Road, just west of the 183rd Drive alignment. The 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
13.
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 15 OF GOODYEAR CODE OF ORDINANCES (SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS)
Planning Manager Christian Williams presented the request to amend city code to allow for administrative approval of final plats. He highlighted changes to statute due to the passing of Senate Bill 1103, which allows city staff to review and approve final plats and amendments without requiring City Council approval. He also noted that the Council had previously authorized administrative approval of preliminary plats in April 2023. Mr. Williams explained that the proposed ordinance would grant the Development Services Director the authority to approve final plats, approve them with conditions, or deny them. He added that any denials could be appealed to the City Council.
Council noted that final plats are typically on the consent agenda with minimal to no discussion.
Council noted that final plats are typically on the consent agenda with minimal to no discussion.
MOTION BY Councilmember Brannon Hampton, SECONDED BY Councilmember Bill Stipp to ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2024-1615, AMENDING GOODYEAR CITY CODE AMENDING SECTIONS 15-2-3 (STAGE II – PRELIMINARY PLAT) AND 15-2-5 (STAGE III – FINAL PLAT) OF ARTICLE 15-2 (PLATTING PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS) AND SECTION 15-3-6 (CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENTS AIRSPACE PLANNING) OF ARTICLE 15-3 (SUBDIVISION DESIGN PRINCIPLES AND STANDARDS) OF CHAPTER 15 (SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS) RELATED TO ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF PLATS AND AMENDED PLATS AND MINOR SCRIVENER'S ERROR; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS, SEVERABILITY. The 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.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO AUTHORIZE TERMINATIONS OF EASEMENTS
Planning Manager Christian Williams explained that the Resolution is a companion item to Item 13 and no additional presentation was provided.
MOTION BY Councilmember Sheri Lauritano, SECONDED BY Councilmember Brannon Hampton to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-2433 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE DOCUMENTS TERMINATING CERTAIN EASEMENTS PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED OR ACQUIRED BY THE CITY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The 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 |
Council reflected on the Council Retreat held on October 2, 2024, and recognized the Fire Chief for the success of the Dinner with the Fire Chief event on October 3, 2024. Additionally, the Council acknowledged the attack on Israel, commemorating the events of October 7, and noted the impact of the hurricanes currently affecting the East Coast.
City Manager Wynette Reed reported on the Movie in the Park event held at the Goodyear Recreation Campus on October 5, 2024, which attracted over 700 attendees who enjoyed watching Jurassic World.
City Manager Wynette Reed reported on the Movie in the Park event held at the Goodyear Recreation Campus on October 5, 2024, which attracted over 700 attendees who enjoyed watching Jurassic World.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
| October 21, 2024 | Council Meeting | 5:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 5:35 p.m.
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 October 7, 2024. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2024. 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 October 7, 2024. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2024. SEAL:
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Darcie McCracken, City Clerk