City Council Regular Meeting City Hall - Council Chambers 1900 N. Civic Square Goodyear, AZ 85395 |
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Immediately following the Community Facilities District Meeting that began at 5:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Hampton called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:13 p.m.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Laura Kaino; Councilwoman Vicki Gillis; Councilmember Benita Beckles; Councilmember Trey Terry
- Absent:
- Mayor Joe Pizzillo
- Staff Present:
- Interim City Manager Kini Knudson; City Attorney Roric Massey; City Clerk Jasmine Pernicano
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to EXCUSE Mayor Pizzillo. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER TERRY
COMMUNICATIONS
1.
2026 SPRING TRAINING RECAP
Bruce Kessman, Ballpark General Manager, introduced Cody Disbennet, Assistant General Manager Ballpark Operations, who highlighted the 2026 Spring Training Season recap, including gameday promotions, ballpark projects and appreciation to the volunteers. Mr. Disbennet continued with a brief update on future events at Goodyear Ballpark.
Council discussed attendance and showed appreciation to staff and volunteers.
Council discussed attendance and showed appreciation to staff and volunteers.
2.
RECOGNITION OF MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM
Vice Mayor Hampton presented a proclamation to Millennium High School girls basketball team for winning the 2026 AIA Open Division State Championship.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
There were no public comments.
| CONSENT |
MOTION BY Councilmember Trey Terry, SECONDED BY Councilmember Wally Campbell to APPROVE Consent Agenda items 3 through 8. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the March 21, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes, March 23, 2026 Regular Meeting draft minutes, March 25, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes, and April 6, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the March 21, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes, March 23, 2026 Regular Meeting draft minutes, March 25, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes, and April 6, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
4.
APPROVAL OF SERIES 10 (BEER AND WINE STORE) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR BUC-EE'S GOODYEAR LLC
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 382604 to the Arizona DLLC for a Series 10 (Beer and Wine Store) liquor license for Buc-ee's Goodyear LLC located at 1001 N. Bullard Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 382604 to the Arizona DLLC for a Series 10 (Beer and Wine Store) liquor license for Buc-ee's Goodyear LLC located at 1001 N. Bullard Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
5.
APPROVAL OF SERIES 14 (PRIVATE CLUB) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR AVONDALE MOOSE LODGE #2078
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 390657 to the Arizona DLLC for a Series 14 (Private Club) liquor license for Avondale Moose Lodge #2078 located at 1572 S. Cotton Lane, Goodyear, AZ 85338. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Application No. 390657 to the Arizona DLLC for a Series 14 (Private Club) liquor license for Avondale Moose Lodge #2078 located at 1572 S. Cotton Lane, Goodyear, AZ 85338. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk)
6.
APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENTS & RELATED EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of budget amendments, related expenditure authority, and the administrative award authority for expenditures exceeding $500,000. (Ryan Bittle, Finance Manager)
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of budget amendments, related expenditure authority, and the administrative award authority for expenditures exceeding $500,000. (Ryan Bittle, Finance Manager)
7.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT ONE TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH MARICOPA COUNTY FOR HOMELESS OUTREACH SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION
Approve Amendment one to the IGA with Maricopa County, and providing authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the IGA. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve Amendment one to the IGA with Maricopa County, and providing authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the IGA. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
8.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITIONS OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR CIP #60062 DEL CAMINO LIFT STATION
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2517 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE DEL CAMINO LIFT STATION: FORCE MAIN AND SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT. (Colton Blyle, Real Estate Specialist; Logan Hopp, Deputy Director of Transportation)
RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2517 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE DEL CAMINO LIFT STATION: FORCE MAIN AND SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT. (Colton Blyle, Real Estate Specialist; Logan Hopp, Deputy Director of Transportation)
| PUBLIC HEARINGS |
9.
PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AND AMEND STIPULATION #13 OF USE PERMIT FOR PV10 MCDONALD’S LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF INDIAN SCHOOL ROAD AND SARIVAL AVENUE
Vice Mayor Hampton opened the public hearing at 5:29 p.m.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a stipulation review to amend Stipulation #13 of the approved Use Permit for McDonald’s in the PV10 Commercial Center, located at the northeast corner of Indian School Road and Sarival Avenue. Ms. Dolmage gave a brief description of the PV10 Commercial Center and provided history on the approved Use Permit. She continued to explain Stipulation #13 and provided details on compliance, comparable hours, and public notifications. She concluded with staff's recommendation to remove the one-year stipulation review and allow McDonald's to operate under the established hours of 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:32 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Dolmage noted there have been no requests from this location to alter their hours and briefly reviewed code enforcement cases unrelated to hours of operation.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a stipulation review to amend Stipulation #13 of the approved Use Permit for McDonald’s in the PV10 Commercial Center, located at the northeast corner of Indian School Road and Sarival Avenue. Ms. Dolmage gave a brief description of the PV10 Commercial Center and provided history on the approved Use Permit. She continued to explain Stipulation #13 and provided details on compliance, comparable hours, and public notifications. She concluded with staff's recommendation to remove the one-year stipulation review and allow McDonald's to operate under the established hours of 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:32 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Dolmage noted there have been no requests from this location to alter their hours and briefly reviewed code enforcement cases unrelated to hours of operation.
MOTION BY Councilmember Trey Terry, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino
to AMEND Stipulation #13 of the approved Use Permit for PV10 McDonald’s, located at the northeast corner of Indian School Road and Sarival Avenue, to remove the requirement that City Council review the hours of operation and state the hours of operation for PV10 McDonald’s shall be 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
10.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR APPROVAL OF USE PERMIT FOR A CONVENIENCE USE DRIVE-THROUGH OIL CHANGE FACILITY GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF ELLIOT ROAD AND SAN GABRIEL DRIVE EAST
Vice Mayor Hampton opened the public hearing at 5:35 p.m.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a request for a use permit for a convenience use drive-through oil change facility generally located north of the northwest corner of Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive East in the Elliot Crossing commercial center on approximately 1.06-acre site zoned Planned Area Development (PAD) with underlying C-2 General Commercial. She reviewed the proposal, which includes a auto repair facility with three service bays for drive-through oil changes with queuing space for nine vehicles, and additional service and office space. She noted that the oil change services would use a drive-through format which requires the convenience use and subject to the use permit requirement. She discussed access to the site, building design guidelines, residential separation and hours of operation. She also outlined the public participation process and noted no resident concerns.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:39 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Dolmage provided the definition of convenience use and confirmed that the Convenience Use Permit is required due to the drive-throughs for the oil change services. She continued to explain the conditions of approval regarding remediation of back ups in the queuing lanes and noted there was no noise study performed.
Ann Dolmage, Principal Planner, presented a request for a use permit for a convenience use drive-through oil change facility generally located north of the northwest corner of Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive East in the Elliot Crossing commercial center on approximately 1.06-acre site zoned Planned Area Development (PAD) with underlying C-2 General Commercial. She reviewed the proposal, which includes a auto repair facility with three service bays for drive-through oil changes with queuing space for nine vehicles, and additional service and office space. She noted that the oil change services would use a drive-through format which requires the convenience use and subject to the use permit requirement. She discussed access to the site, building design guidelines, residential separation and hours of operation. She also outlined the public participation process and noted no resident concerns.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:39 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Dolmage provided the definition of convenience use and confirmed that the Convenience Use Permit is required due to the drive-throughs for the oil change services. She continued to explain the conditions of approval regarding remediation of back ups in the queuing lanes and noted there was no noise study performed.
MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Trey Terry
to APPROVE the Use Permit request for a convenience use drive-through oil change facility on an approximately 1.06-acre site zoned Planned Area Development (PAD) with underlying C-2 (General Commercial) zoning and generally located north of the northwest corner of Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive East, within the commercial development known as Elliot Crossing that is within Estrella. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
11.
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2027-2030 FOUR-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN, FY2027 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
Vice Mayor Hampton opened the public hearing at 5:45 p.m.
Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager, presented the proposed fiscal year (FY) 2027-2030 Consolidated Plan, Citizen Participation Plan and FY2027 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) HUD Funding. Ms. Panaitescu provided information and explained the process for the four-year consolidated plan, annual action plan, and public outreach. She continued with a brief description of the high and low priority goals, the FY2026-2027 CDBG Entitlement in the amount of $482,286, and FY2027 proposed projects.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:51 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Panaitescu explained that a maximum of $30,000 will be invested in eligible construction expenses per qualifying household.
There was no Council action.
Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager, presented the proposed fiscal year (FY) 2027-2030 Consolidated Plan, Citizen Participation Plan and FY2027 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) HUD Funding. Ms. Panaitescu provided information and explained the process for the four-year consolidated plan, annual action plan, and public outreach. She continued with a brief description of the high and low priority goals, the FY2026-2027 CDBG Entitlement in the amount of $482,286, and FY2027 proposed projects.
There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Hampton closed the public hearing at 5:51 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Panaitescu explained that a maximum of $30,000 will be invested in eligible construction expenses per qualifying household.
There was no Council action.
| BUSINESS |
12.
RESOLUTION APPROVING REGIONAL PARKING GARAGE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
Kini Knudson, Interim City Manager, introduced the item and provided details of the proposed Regional Parking Garage, including a brief history of the GSQ vison and reviewed the proposed design and site plan. He turned the presentation over to Roric Massey, City Attorney.
Mr. Massey presented on the Development Agreement with RG Land Partners, LLC and provided the timeline and key terms of the agreement.
Mr. Massey presented on the Development Agreement with RG Land Partners, LLC and provided the timeline and key terms of the agreement.
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Resolution No. 2026-2518 by title only.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Massey explained the city will own the proposed regional parking garage and have the ability to enter into future lease agreements if necessary, is intended to be free parking, and confirmed the city would be conveyed the land.
Mr. Knudson explained the design of the public open space has not been completed, in response to Council inquiry.
Council discussed location, parking fees, and design and expressed support of the garage and public open space.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Massey explained the city will own the proposed regional parking garage and have the ability to enter into future lease agreements if necessary, is intended to be free parking, and confirmed the city would be conveyed the land.
Mr. Knudson explained the design of the public open space has not been completed, in response to Council inquiry.
Council discussed location, parking fees, and design and expressed support of the garage and public open space.
MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis
to ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2026-2518 APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH RG LAND PARTNERS, LLC., FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF A REGIONAL PARKING GARAGE, POLICE SUBSTATION, AND PUBLIC OPEN SPACE AMENITIES WITHIN GOODYEAR CIVIC SQUARE. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
13.
ORDINANCE AMENDING GOODYEAR CITY CODE CHAPTER 13 (TRAFFIC) REGARDING ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC SCOOTERS
Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Police Chief, presented on the proposed E-Bike / E-Scooter Ordinance. Mr. Gonzalez provided the details of the ordinance, including the alignment with Arizona Revised Statutes. He continued providing plans for an education campaign and the timeline for enforcement.
Harley Coffin, Goodyear resident, showed appreciation to Goodyear Police Department and expressed support for the Ordinance.
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Ordinance No. 2026-1648 by title only.
Council discussed e-bikes and e-scooters as recognized forms of micro-transit, including manufacturer class distinctions, tiered enforcement approaches, restrictions, and signage at City facilities. Council expressed support for educational outreach, officer engagement, and the importance of community safety.
In response to Council inquiry, Deputy Police Chief Gonzales confirmed that the DUI enforcement would start immediately and citations will be given to parents for minors. He indicated that regardless if the device is rented, owned or operated by a non-Goodyear resident, the Ordinance would be enforced at the officer's discretion. He also noted that electric motorcycles are not addressed in the Ordinance, as they are regulated by Arizona Revised Statutes and require licensing and insurance.
Harley Coffin, Goodyear resident, showed appreciation to Goodyear Police Department and expressed support for the Ordinance.
Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Ordinance No. 2026-1648 by title only.
Council discussed e-bikes and e-scooters as recognized forms of micro-transit, including manufacturer class distinctions, tiered enforcement approaches, restrictions, and signage at City facilities. Council expressed support for educational outreach, officer engagement, and the importance of community safety.
In response to Council inquiry, Deputy Police Chief Gonzales confirmed that the DUI enforcement would start immediately and citations will be given to parents for minors. He indicated that regardless if the device is rented, owned or operated by a non-Goodyear resident, the Ordinance would be enforced at the officer's discretion. He also noted that electric motorcycles are not addressed in the Ordinance, as they are regulated by Arizona Revised Statutes and require licensing and insurance.
In response to Council inquiry, Anthony Polse, City Attorney, noted that there is no impound requirement. Roric Massey, City Attorney, explained the types of violations, civil and criminal, in which the officer would have discretion to impound.
MOTION BY Councilmember Trey Terry, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino
to ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2026-1648 AMENDING GOODYEAR CITY CODE, CHAPTER 13, TRAFFIC TO ENACT A NEW ARTICLE, 13-7, TITLED E-BIKE / E-SCOOTER REGULATIONS. The motion carried as follows:
- AYE:
- Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry
Passed - Unanimously
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
| May 4, 2026 | Council Meeting | 5:00 p.m. |
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 6:53 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 April 27, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2026. SEAL:
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Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk
| ______________________________ Jasmine Pernicano, 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 April 27, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2026. SEAL:
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Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk