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City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall - Council Chambers
1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, AZ 85395
Monday, February 24, 2025
5:00 p.m.

Mayor
Joe Pizzillo
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Vice Mayor
Wally Campbell
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Councilmember
Brannon Hampton
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Councilmember
Laura Kaino
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Councilwoman
Vicki Gillis
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Councilmember
Benita Beckles
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Councilmember
Trey Terry
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CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR
Please complete a speaker card and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the meeting being convened, if possible. Each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes. Once the City Clerk has called your name, step up to the lectern and begin by clearly stating your name for the record and whether you are a Goodyear resident.

NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Members of the public may address the City Council regarding any non-agenda item within the jurisdiction of the City Council. The City Council will listen to comments and may take any of the following actions:

Respond to criticism.
Request that staff investigate and report on the matter.
Request that the matter be scheduled on a future agenda.

AGENDA ITEMS
Members of the public may address the City Council regarding any item on the Consent, Public Hearing and/or Business portions of the agenda. Each speaker's name will be called in turn once the item has been reached and after City staff have completed their presentation.

PROCEDURES
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Goodyear City Council and to the general public that the Council of the city of Goodyear will hold a meeting open to the public. Public body members of the city of Goodyear will attend either in person or by telephone conference call and/or video communication. The Goodyear City Council may vote to go into Executive Session, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3), which will not be open to the public, to discuss certain matters. Meetings are conducted in accordance with the City Council Meetings Council Rules of Procedure adopted by Resolution No.2018-1879.

City Clerk's Office: 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395 (623) 882-7830 www.goodyearaz.gov/cityclerk
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Monday, February 24, 2025

5:00 p.m.

Meeting Agenda

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER HAMPTON

COMMUNICATIONS

RECOGNITION OF DEPUTY CHIEF JEFF MERCY 30 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH GOODYEAR POLICE DEPARTMENT

2024 CITIZENS OF THE YEAR RECOGNITIONS
Citizen of the Year – Bonnie Lewis
Corporate Citizen of the Year – Friends of the Southwest Family Advocacy Center
Youth Citizen of the Year – Ameera Singh

CITIZEN COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR

CONSENT

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the February 10, 2025 Regular Meeting. (Jasmine Pernicano, Acting City Clerk)

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) BETWEEN THE CITY OF PHOENIX AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR FOR USE OF FIRE APPARATUS

RECOMMENDATION

Approve IGA with City of Phoenix and providing authorization and direction to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Paul Luizzi, Fire Chief)

AUTHORIZATION FOR ACQUISITIONS OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE CIP#42058 MCDOWELL ROAD MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

RECOMMENDATION

ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2025-2447 FINDING THAT ACQUISITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO MCDOWELL ROAD BETWEEN DYSART ROAD AND APPROXIMATELY 694 FEET WEST OF LITCHFIELD ROAD TO DYSART ROAD. A MATTER OF PUBLIC NECESSITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CITY STAFF TO ACQUIRE SUCH INTERESTS BY DEDICATION, DONATION, PURCHASE OR THE EXERCISE OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN; PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE . (Kimberly Romero, Real Estate Supervisor)

ARIZONA CRASH INFORMATION SYSTEM DATA EXCHANGE AGREEMENT WITH ADOT

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to provide City of Goodyear access to the Arizona Crash Information System and Crash Records Information System. (Erik Cesek, Assistant City Traffic Engineer)

AUTHORIZATION FOR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE ESTRELLA PARKWAY AND BALLPARK VILLAGE BOULEVARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS

RECOMMENDATION

ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2025-2448 FINDING THAT ACQUISITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS AT THE INTERSECTION OF ESTRELLA PARKWAY AND BALLPARK VILLAGE BOULEVARD IS A MATTER OF PUBLIC NECESSITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CITY STAFF TO ACQUIRE SUCH INTERESTS BY DEDICATION, DONATION, PURCHASE OR THE EXERCISE OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN; PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE . (Kimberly Romero, Real Estate Supervisor)

AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR APPROVED CIP PROJECT # 30015 - FIRE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FACILITY

RECOMMENDATION

Authorize the expenditure of funds up to $ 1,760,500 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility . ( Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering )

PUBLIC HEARINGS

The following actions will take place for each public hearing item:

A. Open the Public Hearing
B. Staff Presentation
C. Applicant Presentation (if applicable)
D. Receive Public Comment
E. Close the Public Hearing

USE PERMIT FOR A CONVENIENCE USE (CONVENIENCE STORE WITH A GAS STATION)

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the Use Permit request for a Convenience Use (QuikTrip convenience store with a gas station) on a 5.13-acre portion of a 15.19-acre parcel (APN 500-06-040B) located at the southwest corner of MC-85 & South Estrella Parkway (the "Property") subject to stipulations. (Justin Gabrielson, Senior Planner)

BUSINESS

10.

AMEND CHAPTER 3 OF GOODYEAR CITY CODE TO ADOPT REVISED POLICY AND GUIDELINES FOR THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND ESTABLISH CITY AUDITOR PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATION

ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2025-1628 AMENDING CHAPTER 3 ADMINISTRATION OF GOODYEAR CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH A NEW SECTION, 3-1-10 CITY AUDITOR, AND NEW ARTICLE 3-18 AUDIT COMMITTEE, AUTHORIZATION OF FULL-TIME POSITION AND BUDGET AMENDMENT, THE PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS, SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Jared Askelson, Finance Director)

11.

RESOLUTIONS TO AMEND THE CITIZEN WATER ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY-LAWS AND TEMPORARILY ASSIGN A TASK

RECOMMENDATION

1. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2025-2449 APPROVING THE AMENDED BY-LAWS OF THE CITIZEN WATER ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AUTHORIZING STAFF TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE INTENT OF THE RESOLUTION AND BY-LAWS; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Barbara Chappell, PE, Water Services Director)

2. ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-2450 TEMPORARILY ASSIGNING THE CITIZEN WATER ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS ON SOLID WASTE RATES. (Sumeet Mohan, PE, Public Works Director)

12.

AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PACKAGE FOR VANTAGE DATA CENTERS

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the amended Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024, subject to stipulations. (Kyle Abbott, Senior Planner)

INFORMATION ITEMS

Comments, commendations, report on current events and presentations by Mayor, Councilmembers, staff or members of the public. The Council may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take any legal action on the information presented, pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02.

Reports from the Mayor and City Council

This may include current events and activities as well as requests for information or future agenda items.

Report from the City Manager

This may include updates from events, staff summary, update of legislative issues, clarification on items being requested by City Council and Manager's update on Council Related Matters.

FUTURE MEETINGS

Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:

March 3, 2025

Council Meeting

5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

THE CITY OF GOODYEAR ENDEAVORS TO MAKE ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS ACCESSIBLE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. With 48-hour advance notice, special assistance can be provided for sight and/or hearing-impaired persons at this meeting. Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request for persons with disabilities or non-English speaking residents. Please call the City Clerk (623) 882-7830 or Arizona Relay (TDD) 7-1-1 to request an accommodation to participate in this public meeting.

For Non-English assistance please contact the City Clerk at (623) 882-7830.

Si necesita asistencia o traducción en español, favor de llamar al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión al (623) 882-7830.

POSTING VERIFICATION
This agenda was posted on 2/19/25 at 5:36 p.m. by VM.

ITEM #: 1.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2489

CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Brian Issitt

SUBJECT:

RECOGNITION OF DEPUTY CHIEF JEFF MERCY 30 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH GOODYEAR POLICE DEPARTMENT

ITEM #: 2.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2452

CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Mayor Pizzillo

SUBJECT:

ITEM #: 3.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2490

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

SUBJECT

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the February 10, 2025 Regular Meeting. (Jasmine Pernicano, Acting City Clerk)

Attachments

February 10, 2025 Draft Regular Meeting minutes

ITEM #: 4.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2371

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) BETWEEN THE CITY OF PHOENIX AND THE CITY OF GOODYEAR FOR USE OF FIRE APPARATUS

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Paul Luizzi, Fire Chief

SUMMARY

The Goodyear Fire department would like to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Phoenix Fire department for the use of various fire apparatus on an as-needed basis.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

Approve IGA with City of Phoenix and providing authorization and direction to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Paul Luizzi, Fire Chief)

STIPULATIONS

In the event of loss or damage to the loaned apparatus, City of Goodyear shall be responsible, at the City's option, to either (a) replace the same in good repair, condition or working order, (b) replace the same with like equipment in good repair, condition and working order, or (c) pay to the City of Phoenix the replacement costs of the loaned equipment.

FISCAL IMPACT

The Goodyear Fire department will be responsible for all operating costs of the loaned equipment for the duration of the occurrence, which may include fuel, oil, licenses, municipal licenses, and inspection fees (if applicable). The department will absorb costs within the normal budget.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

The Goodyear Fire department is an active participant in the IGA Regional Metropolitan Phoenix Fire Service Automatic Aid agreement CON17-6221, which states the purpose of the agreement is to provide highly efficient, effective, and mutually beneficial relationship among multiple regional jurisdictions to provide for the overall public safety of the region.

STAFF ANALYSIS

While borrowing emergency apparatus from Phoenix will be a rare event, it allows Goodyear the flexibility, if we have used all our spare apparatus, to have a backup plan to ensure that our fire department is response ready. This IGA with the City of Phoenix (Attachment A) will provide additional apparatus resources when needed. This agreement supports ongoing collaboration between the Phoenix Fire department and the Goodyear Fire department. The Goodyear Fire department has been part of the Metro Phoenix Automatic Aid Consortium since 1999. The delivery of fire protection, special operations, and emergency medical services in the Valley is a model for intergovernmental cooperation, efficiency, and customer service.

Attachments

Attachment A - IGA Agreement

ITEM #: 5.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2410

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

AUTHORIZATION FOR ACQUISITIONS OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE CIP#42058 MCDOWELL ROAD MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Kimberly Romero, Real Estate Supervisor

OTHER PRESENTER(S):

Dylan Hasse, Senior Project Manager

SUMMARY

Approval of this action item will provide the authorization necessary to proceed with the acquisition of the land rights necessary on the north and south sides of McDowell Road, for the completion of Capital Improvement Project (CIP) #42058 West McDowell Road Median Improvements Project.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

FISCAL IMPACT

CIP project #42058 was included in the fiscal year 2025 budget in the amount of $11,665,900. The land component of the budget is $286,600 and will be used to pay compensation for (i) the land rights required for the project, (ii) payment for personal property improvements, including landscaping that will be impacted by the project; (iii) payment of costs to cure; and (iv) transaction-related costs such as title reports, appraisals, appraisal reviews, escrow closing costs, title insurance and legal fees of outside counsel and litigation guarantee reports if eminent domain is required.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

Mayor and Council of the city of Goodyear previously approved CIP #42058 to improve the section of McDowell Road between Dysart Road and approximately 694 feet west of Litchfield Road. This project is included in the city's fiscal year 2025 CIP. The objective of the project is to improve traffic flow.

The project will provide the third travel and bike lanes within this section of McDowell Road by reducing the size of the existing median and relocate existing sidewalks to accommodate a third thru-lane and bike lanes in each direction. The project will require the reconstruction, modification, relocation, and/or replacement of existing road improvements, including: pavement, the raised median, sidewalks, outside curb & gutter, curb returns and curb ramps at the McDowell Road and Litchfield Road intersection, drainage improvements, landscaping and landscaping irrigation, conduit, street lighting, intelligent transportation system (ITS) infrastructure, traffic signal improvements at the McDowell Road/Litchfield Road intersection, and drainage improvements. New A3 power poles may be installed within the reconstructed median and a combined landscape irrigation system that will irrigate both the landscaping within the reconstructed median and the landscaping along the north side of McDowell Road adjacent to existing residential communities that the City maintains may be installed.

The project will impact existing driveways into commercial developments and private improvements currently located within public utility easements (PUE). The impacted driveways will be reconstructed to comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act for concrete sidewalk, ramps, and driveways. The project will not require the purchase of any additional right-of-way. However, the City will need to acquire temporary construction easements allowing for the temporary use of the adjacent properties during the completion of the improvements, including, but not limited to, allowing the City to undertake any of the project activities located within private property including the reconstruction of any impacted driveways and the removal of any landscaping improvements. In addition, because sidewalk improvements will be relocated to existing PUE, the City may have to remove personal property improvements located within the PUE, which will require the City to purchase the improvements being removed. Finally, the City will need to acquire public utility and sidewalk easement(s) from the owner(s) of the properties at the southwest corner of Litchfield Road and McDowell Road and any personal property improvements located within the easement(s) being acquired that will need to be removed to accommodate the project improvements.

The purpose of this action is to authorize the acquisition of the real and personal property interests described above.

STAFF ANALYSIS

The project impacts 12 parcels located on the north and south sides of McDowell. A depiction of the 12 parcels that will be impacted by the projects is attached as Exhibit "A" to Resolution 2025-2447. CIP Engineering staff and the design team have worked diligently on a design that is cost-effective and minimizes the impact to affected property owners, while still achieving the goals of the project as described above. Based on current design plans, which are 90% complete, the City will acquire Public Utility and Sidewalk Easement(s) over approximately 1,735 square feet, and Temporary Construction Easements over approximately 15,718 square feet. Although the square footage can increase or decrease as the plans for the project are further refined, engineering staff does not anticipate any changes.
Construction of the Road Improvements cannot commence until all the necessary real and personal property interests are acquired. The design plans are 90% complete. The legal descriptions for the required easements have been completed, the plans are at a point staff has identified the various real property interests that are required for the project. Obtaining council authorization allows staff to move forward with the acquisition of the necessary real and personal property rights from the impacted owners.
Accordingly, Staff is recommending the Mayor and Council adopt Resolution 2025-2447 authorizing and directing City Staff to acquire, by dedication, donation, purchase, or the exercise of the power of eminent domain, the real and personal property interests needed for the completion of improvements to the north and south sides of McDowell Road from 694 feet west of Litchfield Road to Dysart Road from the owners of the properties identified on Attachment A attached to Resolution 2025-2447.

Attachments

Attachment A - Resolution 2025-2447 with exhibit

ITEM #: 6.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2412

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

ARIZONA CRASH INFORMATION SYSTEM DATA EXCHANGE AGREEMENT WITH ADOT

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering

OTHER PRESENTER(S):

Erik Cesek, Assistant City Traffic Engineer

SUMMARY

An Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will provide city staff with access to the Arizona Crash Information System and Crash Records Information System. Both tools are utilized to query, analyze, and retrieve crash data relevant to the City of Goodyear.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no direct fiscal impact related to this item.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

There has not been a previous IGA with ADOT for City of Goodyear access to the Arizona Crash Information System or Crash Records Information System.

STAFF ANALYSIS

The IGA provides city staff the ability to query, analyze, and retrieve crash data within the city of Goodyear from ADOT. This data will be used to determine high-risk crash locations and utilized for analysis and reporting in the upcoming Road Safety Action Plan.

This IGA with the ADOT results in no additional costs to the city. This data may be utilized for future strategic plans or potential funding opportunities.

Attachments

Attachment A - ADOT Data Exchange Agreement

ITEM #: 7.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2440

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

AUTHORIZATION FOR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NEEDED FOR THE ESTRELLA PARKWAY AND BALLPARK VILLAGE BOULEVARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Kimberly Romero, Real Estate Supervisor

OTHER PRESENTER(S):

Gizelle Setovich, Senior Project Manager

SUMMARY

Approval of this item will provide the authorization necessary to proceed with the acquisition of the land rights necessary at the intersection of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard, for the completion of CIP #42077 Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard Traffic Signal Improvements.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

FISCAL IMPACT

CIP Project #42077 was included in the fiscal year 2025 budget in the amount $1,345,500. The land component of the budget is $39,200 and will be used to pay compensation for (i) the land rights being acquired, which will include by way of example, fee simple interest for additional right-of-way; public utility and sidewalk easements, sidewalk easements, and temporary construction easements; traffic signal installation and maintenance easement (ii) improvements impacted by the project; (iii) payment of costs to cure; and (iv) transaction-related costs such as title reports, appraisals, appraisal reviews, escrow closing costs, title insurance and legal fees of outside counsel and litigation guarantee reports if eminent domain is required.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

On June 12, 2023 (AI-1537), Council approved CIP #42077 – Traffic Signal: Estrella Parkway & Lower Buckeye Road in the adoption of Resolution No. 2023-2318 Determining and Adopting the Final Estimates of Proposed Revenues and Expenditures for the city of Goodyear for FY2024.

On June 10, 2024 (AI-1797), Council approved the carryover of CIP #42077, and the Project was renamed Traffic Signal – Estrella Parkway Ballpark Village Boulevard, in the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-2381 Determining and Adopting the Final Estimates of Proposed Revenues and Expenditures for the city of Goodyear for FY2025.

STAFF ANALYSIS

CIP Project #42077 - Traffic Signal – Estrella Parkway Ballpark Village Boulevard will install traffic signals and appurtenances thereto and certain sidewalk improvements at the intersection of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard. This project is included in the city's fiscal year 2025 Capital Improvements Program. The objective of the project is to improve traffic flow and safety at the intersection of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard through the installation of traffic signals. The purpose of this action is to authorize the acquisition of property interests needed for the completion of the project.

The City has acquired the property interests needed for the construction of the project except for the property interests needed for project construction work located on the property at the northeast corner of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard. The completion of the project requires an easement over a portion of the property located at the northeast corner of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard that allows for the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of the project and for the public's use of any sidewalk improvements located within the easement area, and the acquisition of any personal property located within such easement that may have to be removed to accommodate the project. City staff and the design team have worked diligently on a design that is cost-effective and minimizes the impact to the affected property owner, while still achieving the goals of the project as described above.

The design plans for the project are 95% complete and City staff and the design team have identified the portion of the property at the northeast corner of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Parkway within which the project needs to be constructed. A legal description of the portion of the impacted property over which the easement is needed is described in Exhibit "A" to Resolution 2025-2448.

Based on current design plans, the city requires an 800 square foot easement over the impacted property. Although not anticipated, if there is any personal property within the easement area that will have to be removed to accommodate the project, the City will need to acquire the personal property that will be removed.

Installation of the project cannot commence until all the necessary property interests are acquired. Obtaining Council authorization at this point allows City staff to move forward with acquiring the real and, if any, personal property interests required for the project.

Accordingly, staff is recommending the Mayor and Council adopt Resolution 2025-2448, Attachment A, authorizing and directing City Staff to acquire, by dedication, donation, purchase, or the exercise of the power of eminent domain, the real and personal property interests needed for the completion of the project at the intersection of Estrella Parkway and Ballpark Village Boulevard.

Attachments

Attachment A - Resolution 2025-2448 with Exhibit A

ITEM #: 8.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2467

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR APPROVED CIP PROJECT # 30015 - FIRE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FACILITY

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering

SUMMARY

A request to authorize the expenditure of funds up to $ 1,760,500 for the design phase of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility .

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

Authorize the expenditure of funds up to $ 1,760,500 for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility . ( Steve Scinto, Director of Engineering )

FISCAL IMPACT

CIP Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility is currently programmed in the FY2025-FY2029 CIP with a total project budget of $ 23,667,500.00 , with an estimated completion date of June 2027 . The current FY2025 budget includes $ 1,760,500 for the project.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

Per city of Goodyear Resolution 08-1255, all expenditures of budgeted funds in excess of $500,000 must obtain Council approval.

On June 10, 2024 (AI-1797), Council approved CIP # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility in the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-2381 Determining and Adopting the Final Estimates of Proposed Revenues and Expenditures for the city of Goodyear for FY2025.

On 9/25/2024, Goodyear posted a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicitation for professional design services for CIP Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility.

STAFF ANALYSIS

CIP Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility will provide improvements to include a 20,000 square foot building located within the Municipal Operations Complex (MOC). The building will include an office space with five (5) offices, eight (8) cubicles, training room, small conference room and a reception area. The additional space will be used for shipping/receiving, emergency medical services (EMS) bulk and controlled secure storage, chemical room, radio and electronic secure room, air management room, fitting room, personal protective equipment (PPE) storage, equipment storage, station supply storage, laundry/decontamination and gym. Additionally, the building will include eight (8) apparatus bays for housing Fire vehicles. Exterior scope will include full site improvements including wet utilities, dry utilities, covered visitors parking, secured covered fire vehicle/equipment parking and associated half street improvements.

This Council Action Request is to obtain Council authorization for the expenditure of funds for CIP Project # 30015 – Fire Resource Management Facility.

ITEM #: 9.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2459

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

USE PERMIT FOR A CONVENIENCE USE (CONVENIENCE STORE WITH A GAS STATION)

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Justin Gabrielson, Senior Planner

SUMMARY

The request is for a Use Permit for a Convenience Use (QuikTrip convenience store with a gas station) proposed on an approximately 5.13-acre portion of a larger 15.19-acre lot, on the southwest corner of MC-85 & South Estrella Parkway (Attachment A). The subject property is currently zoned C-2 (General Commercial) under the Estrella Commerce Park Planned Area Development (PAD) Overlay.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

STIPULATIONS

The QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Site Plan (Attachment C) attached hereto is not approved with the Use Permit. Development of the Property will be subject to site plan review and administrative approval by city staff, at which time all elements of site development will be reviewed, including, but not limited to, architecture, landscaping, grading and drainage, lighting, infrastructure, parking, access, and circulation. The Property shall be developed in substantial conformance with the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Site Plan attached hereto; and,
The configuration and location of the landscaping, proposed building and fuel pump stations within the Property shall be developed in substantial conformance with the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Site Plan (Attachment C) , the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Landscape Plans(Attachment D), the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Building Elevations – Color (Attachment E), and the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Fuel Canopy Elevations – Color (Attachment F) attached hereto. Any changes to the improvements, as shown on the attached plans, may require an amendment to the Use Permit as determined by the Development Services Director or designee; and,
Signage is not approved with the approval of this Use Permit. All signage on the Property shall comply with Article 7 (Sign Regulations) of the City of Goodyear Zoning Ordinance; and,
The Property shall conform to the standards designated for Lighting Zone 2 as established in Article 10 (Outdoor Lighting Standards) of the City of Goodyear Zoning Ordinance; and
The proposed corner seating (Attachment G) area located at the northeast corner of the Property, as shown in the attached QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Landscape Plans, shall be constructed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any structure on the Property.
In no event shall the Property contain a truck stop/travel center. A truck stop/travel center includes, but is not limited to, any single building or any multiple buildings providing facilities and/or services intended for use by commercial truck drivers during stopovers at the facility such as overnight parking, maintenance of semi-trucks or commercial vehicles, showering facilities or laundry facilities. A truck stop/travel center does not include fueling stations for semi-trucks; and,
Long term on-site parking and/or overnight parking for semi-trucks and similar accommodations are prohibited within the Property; and,
In addition to compliance with the stipulations and conditions of approval set forth herein, the development of the Property shall comply with the Goodyear Zoning Ordinance, the city of Goodyear subdivision regulations, the city of Goodyear's Engineering Design Standards and Policies, except as modified by the City Engineer, the Maricopa County Association of Governments standards for public works construction, and all other federal, state and locals laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, standards, and policies applicable to the development of the Property.

FISCAL IMPACT

Although a fiscal impact analysis has not been conducted on this specific project, all new development will have an ongoing fiscal impact on the city. The development is responsible for construction of all infrastructure necessary to serve the site and will generate one-time revenue for the city through payment of permits, construction sales tax and development impact fees. Longer term fiscal impacts include increased demands for municipal services, the costs of which may or may not be offset by increased property values/tax levies, city sales tax, state shared revenues and the increased demand for commercial and retail development. Any areas that will be maintained by the city are constructed by the developer and then conveyed to the city two years after construction.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

The subject property consists of an approximately 5.13-acre portion of a larger 15.19-acre property, generally located at the southwest corner of MC-85 & South Estrella Parkway.
The subject property was zoned General Commercial (C-2) with Planned Area Development (PAD) Overlay with Ordinance No. 07-1068.
The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their regular meeting held on February 12, 2025. Commissioners voted (7-0) to forward a recommendation of approval the City Council.

STAFF ANALYSIS

Current Policy
A Use Permit requires review by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approval by the City Council following required public hearings. The process for the review of a Use Permit is set forth in section 1-3-2 of the Goodyear Zoning Ordinance and in the City of Goodyear Administrative Process Manual.

Surrounding Properties:

North – Budget Mini Storage
South – Vacant Land that is also a part of the Estrella Commerce Park Planned Area Development Overlay;
East – Vacant Land that is also a part of the Estrella Commerce Park Planned Area Development Overlay;
West – Vacant Land that is also a part of the Estrella Commerce Park Planned Area Development Overlay;

Details of the Request
The applicant is requesting approval of a Use Permit to facilitate the development of a QuikTrip convenience store with a gas station on an approximately 5.13-acre property within the Estrella Commerce Park PAD Overlay with C-2 (General Commercial) zoning. The Property is located at the southwest corner of MC-85 and South Estrella Parkway.

The proposed QuikTrip Site Plan includes an:

An approximately 5,312 square-foot convenience store.
An 8,176 square-foot auto fuel canopy area with 10 gasoline fueling pumps for up to 20 vehicles.
A 2,554 square foot truck fueling canopy area with 3 semi-truck fueling bays which can serve up to 3 semi-trucks at once.

No other truck stop service will be provided, and no overnight parking shall be allowed.

The applicant will be providing outdoor seating on the northeast corner of the lot. The Property will be accessible from MC-85 and South Estrella Parkway. On-site parking, as reflected on the QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Site Plan, will be provided, and conforms with applicable city standards.
As shown on the proposed QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Building Elevations submitted with the Use Permit, the design for the building will utilize the materials and colors that meet the City Design Guidelines and will act as a base for the remainder of the site.

Evaluation Criteria
Section 1-3-2 (Use Permits) of the Zoning Ordinance requires that the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council determine that the proposed use meets the following findings prior to granting a Use Permit:

The Use Permit will not be materially detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity adjacent to the property, to the neighborhood, or to the public welfare;

As described in the narrative (Attachment B) and conceptual plans provided with the Use Permit, the proposed use should not general excessive odors, noise, or light to the detriment of the surrounding area. Traffic impacts have been reviewed and determined to be in conformance with the roadway capacity and improvements for this area. The nearest residence is approximately ±3,000 feet southeast of the Property. Estrella Commerce Park Phase 1 is located within those ±3,000, a site plan was administratively approved for its development on August 2, 2022. There are also several farm sites within the area.
The proposed use is reasonably compatible with the uses permitted in the surrounding area;

The proposed use is expected to be the start of a future commercial center intended for similar uses. Furthermore, the proposed use is located near MC-85. As such, the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and planned uses in the surrounding area, including hours of operation, traffic congestion, and intensity (noise, light, etc.). The nearest residence is approximately ±3,000 feet southeast of the Property. Estrella Commerce Park Phase 1 and several farm sites are located within that ±3,000-foot buffer.

Section 4-2-2 (Convenience Uses) of the Zoning Ordinance provides the following additional evaluation criteria for convenience uses regarding their potential impact on traffic congestion, the neighborhood in general, and their appropriateness for the site:

Adequacy of the parcel size and configuration to provide for proper access and internal circulation;

The approximately 5.13-acre parcel is of sufficient size and configuration to accommodate the proposed convenience store and fueling stations and meet the appropriate access and circulation standards.
Compatibility of the proposed hours of operation with adjacent residential areas;

QuikTrip is proposing operations twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days a week. Given the proposed use's location within a proposed commercial center and the large separation (±3000 feet) to residential neighborhoods, staff does not recommend any restrictions on hours of operation.
Required traffic mitigation measures, if any.

A traffic study was submitted with the application for the Use Permit. Ingress/egress will be provided from S Estrella Parkway and W Broadway Road. The development will have right-in, right-out access off S Estrella Parkway, 3/4 access (left-in, right-in, right-out) access at S Estrella Parkway & W Broadway Road, and full access onto MC85.
Other concerns, which may place the advisability of the proposed convenience use in question.

Staff has found no additional concerns with the development of a Convenience Use on the Property.

Luke Air Force Base
The subject property is not located within any zone regarding Luke Airforce base.

Fire Department
Emergency response times and distances are provided below:

Nearest Goodyear
Fire Station

Shortest path

2nd Nearest
Goodyear Fire Station

Shortest path

Mins

Miles

Mins

Miles

Fire Station #181

5.34

2.67

Fire Station #181

7.78

3.89

Public Participation
A neighborhood meeting was not required due to the Property's location being over five hundred (500) feet from residential uses. However, an Alternate Citizen Review notice was sent to the property owners within five hundred (500) feet of the property informing them of the project, and public hearings. At the time of the completion of this staff report, staff has not received questions, comments, or concerns regarding the project.

The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their regular meeting on February 12, 2025. At the meeting, staff provided a presentation to the Commission. At the conclusion of the presentation, the Commission inquired about ingress and egress at Estrella Parkway and West Broadway Road. Staff explained a CIP project to improve and expand the roadway at this intersection is currently underway with plans to begin construction in early 2026. This CIP project will help with traffic mitigation at that intersection of Estrella Parkway and West Broadway Road. The Commission asked about the future of the site, and if there are any future plans of ownership change, or subdivision. Staff informed the commission that there are future plans for the property to be subdivided and for QuickTrip to own their 5.13 acre portion of the lot. No speaker cards were submitted at the public hearing. No residents spoke at the public hearing. After discussion, the commissioners voted (7-0) to forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council.

STAFF FINDINGS:

As outlined herein, staff finds the proposed request for Use Permit to not be materially detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity adjacent to the Property, to the neighborhood, or to the public welfare and that the proposed use is reasonably compatible with uses permitted in the surrounding area. Staff further finds the request for Use Permit will meet the additional evaluation criteria for convenience uses as established in Section 4-2-2 of the Zoning Ordinance.

Attachments

Attachment A - Aerial Exhibit

Attachment B - Project Narrative

Attachment C - Quicktrip No. 1541 Conceptual Site Plan

Attachment D - QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Landscape Plans

Attachment E - QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Building Elevations - Color

Attachment F - QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Fuel Canopy Elevations - Color

Attachment G - QuikTrip No. 1541 Conceptual Corner Feature - Rendering

Staff Presentation

ITEM #: 10.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2406

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

AMEND CHAPTER 3 OF GOODYEAR CITY CODE TO ADOPT REVISED POLICY AND GUIDELINES FOR THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND ESTABLISH CITY AUDITOR PROGRAM

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Jared Askelson, Finance Director

SUMMARY

This action creates the functions and duties of both the Audit Committee and the City Auditor in City Code. The City Code will give guidance on the administrative reporting structure, auditing standards, annual reports, and the scope of duties for the City Auditor. Additionally, the City Code will outline the purpose and duties of the Audit Committee.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

FISCAL IMPACT

The fiscal year (FY) 2025 budget includes $100,000 of one-time funds for the purposes of implementing an internal audit function within the Finance Department. This action will require a budget amendment to move $40,000 to the City Manager's Office for the purposes of hiring a City Auditor. The remaining $60,000 will be used to complete a follow-up report on the operations of the City's Capital Improvement Plan processes to review corrective actions being taken. The ongoing costs of the internal audit program are estimated to be $231,100 and will be included as a part of the FY2026 budget.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

The FY2025-2028 Strategic Plan includes an action item within the Fiscal Resource & Management component to evaluate the need and scope for an internal audit function. At the October 2024 Council retreat, City Council was presented with an evaluation that included recommendations to establish an internal audit program by adding the position of City Auditor and modify the duties of the current Audit Subcommittee to include internal audit program functions. During the Council retreat, staff received feedback and are now bringing forward action to implement an internal audit program.

STAFF ANALYSIS

An internal audit program assists management in maintaining an effective framework of internal controls to minimize risk for the organization. The Government Finance Officers Association provides information on best practices for establishing an internal audit program. The best practices include that the program should be formally established by appropriate legal means that include the scope of work for the program, the administrative reporting structure of the program, the submission of annual reports, and the auditing standards that will be followed.

This action will establish, through the attached ordinance (attachment A) modifying City Code, both the City Auditor position and the Audit Committee. The City Auditor will assist management in determining whether the city's network of risk management, control, and governance processes is adequate and functioning. The City Auditor will meet the government auditing standards published by the Comptroller General of the United States. The City Auditor will be appointed by and report to the City Manager and have annual reporting requirements to the Audit Committee and management. The Audit Committee will review the City Auditor's annual audit plan, ensure that audit reports are made available to City Council and the public, monitor corrective action on findings, assure the independence and standards of the audit functions, and report to City Council as appropriate. The Audit Committee will also meet with the city's external auditors regarding the city's annual comprehensive financial report, taking over those duties from the previous Audit Subcommittee.

Attachments

Attachment A - Ordinance 2025-1628

Staff Presentation

ITEM #: 11.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2448

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

RESOLUTIONS TO AMEND THE CITIZEN WATER ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY-LAWS AND TEMPORARILY ASSIGN A TASK

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Barbara Chappell, PE, Water Services Director and Sumeet Mohan, PE, Public Works Director

OTHER PRESENTER(S):

Adam Kurtz, Solid Waste Superintendent and Ray Diaz, Water Resources and Sustainability Manager

SUMMARY

Amend the By-laws of the Citizen Water Advisory Committee to add stormwater to their duties and temporarily assign a task to review and provide recommendations on solid waste rates.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

FISCAL IMPACT

There will be no fiscal impact associated with the amendment of the by-laws or the addition of the temporary task to review solid waste rates, for the Citizen Water Advisory Committee.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

February 2020 was the last time when the City established a committee to review rates for municipal services provided by the City. At that time, the City established an ad-hoc committee for the duration of the Goodyear Utility Rate Study project. The committee was set to automatically cease upon adoption of the Goodyear water, sewer, storm water, and solid waste rate structure. The rates recommended by that committee and adopted by the City Council through Resolution 2021-2112 on January 21, 2021, were set for calendar years 2021 through 2025. Now that the City is in the last year of that approved rate structure, the City needs to review its rate structures for these municipal services to accurately reflect the latest conditions impacting revenues, expenses, and budgetary needs.

The City, recognizing the critical importance of sustainable water management and the need for community input, established a Citizen Water Advisory (CWA) Committee by the adoption of Resolution No. 2023-2312, on June 26, 2023. The CWA Committee serves as a vital link between the community and city government, providing valuable insights and recommendations on a range of water-related issues. By engaging with residents and stakeholders, the CWA Committee aims to foster a shared understanding of water challenges and develop effective solutions that balance the needs of a growing community with the protection of valuable water resources.

STAFF ANALYSIS

The City puts a high value on public participation. The assistance provided by the CWA Committee will provide public input into the city's future needs and facilitate the development of a comprehensive municipal rate structure that reflects the values and priorities of the City's customers. To the extent possible, the CWA Committee members reflect the geographic distribution and demographic characteristics of the population of Goodyear.

Resolution 2025-2449 and the CWA Committee's amended by-laws are included as Attachment A. A strike-through version of the original CWA Committee by-laws is included as Attachment B.

Stormwater management is an increasingly critical aspect of urban planning, and its inclusion within the CWA Committee's purview will allow for a more comprehensive and integrated approach to water resource management. By considering stormwater rates and fees alongside water and wastewater rates, the CWA Committee can provide more holistic and informed recommendations to the City Council, ensuring that all aspects of the city's water infrastructure are adequately funded and maintained.

The City is also seeking public input on issues relating to the operation of the solid waste program, including the impacts of city's growth and the related financial implications.

Resolution 2025-2450 will temporarily assign a task to the CWA Committee to review and provide recommendations on solid waste rates (Attachment C).

The CWA Committee shall provide its findings and recommendations to the City Council for the new municipal services rate structures later in calendar year 2025.

Upon submission of its final recommendations, the CWA Committee's temporary assignment to review solid waste rates shall automatically terminate. Thereafter, the CWA Committee's responsibilities shall revert exclusively to its bylaws established by City Council Resolution.

Attachments

Attachment A - Resolution 2025-2449 with Exhibit A

Attachment B- Strike-through version of the original by-laws

Attachment C - Resolution 2025-2450

Staff Presentation

ITEM #: 12.
DATE: 02/24/2025
AI #:2461

CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT

SUBJECT:

AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PACKAGE FOR VANTAGE DATA CENTERS

STAFF PRESENTER(S):

Kyle Abbott, Senior Planner

SUMMARY

Request for approval to amend the Vantage Data Centers Comprehensive Sign Package. The amended sign package will allow for the addition of a monument sign at the southeast corner of W. Van Buren Street and N. Bullard Avenue and adjustments to quantities, locations, and types of signs within the property.

STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION

Approve the amended Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024, subject to stipulations. (Kyle Abbott, Senior Planner)

STIPULATIONS

All signs shall be in conformance with the Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024; and,
Off-site signage is prohibited; and,
Any sign types not addressed within the AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024 shall comply with Article 7 (Sign Regulations) of the City of Goodyear Zoning Ordinance; and,
No signage shall be placed within city right-of-way.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no direct budget impact associated with the approval of the amendment to the Vantage Data Centers Comprehensive Sign Package.

BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS

The property (Attachment A) which is subject to the Vantage Data Centers Comprehensive Sign Package is zoned I-1 (Light Industrial Park). The I-1 (Light Industrial Park) zoning was approved through two zoning actions; the first of those actions took place on August 20, 2018, with the adoption of Ordinance No. 2018-1402, and the second of those actions on August 28, 2023, with the adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-1581.

Site plans for Vantage Data Centers were approved on both September 28, 2020 and March 29, 2024. The site plans collectively include the development of multiple data center buildings.

The Vantage Data Centers Comprehensive Sign Package was originally approved by the City Council on February 28, 2022. At the time, the city had contemplated the purchase of a portion of the southeast corner of W. Van Buren Street and N. Bullard Avenue to provide a gateway entry monument for the larger Bullard Tech Corridor. Since that time, the city decided not to pursue the public development of a Bullard Tech Corridor Gateway entry monument.

The Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission considered this item at its regular meeting held on February 12, 2025. P&Z Commissioners voted (7-0) to forward a recommendation of approval the City Council.

STAFF ANALYSIS

Current Policy
The purpose of a Comprehensive Sign Package (CSP) is to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the design of signage that exhibits superior quality and effective messaging. In recognition of the benefits of cohesive and comprehensive sign design, modifications to the signage requirements as established in the city of Goodyear Zoning Ordinance may be appropriate within a CSP.

A minor amendment to an approved CSP, in compliance with the requirements provided in Article 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Goodyear Zoning Ordinance, may be approved by the Zoning Administrator after review and approval by the Development Review Committee. A major amendment to an approved CSP, that proposes an increase in the number of signs, an increase to the size or height of any sign beyond what was approved under the original CSP, or modifications to the requirements provided in Article 7 shall be reviewed by the P&Z Commission and approved by the City Council. This request is a major amendment, and therefore requires P&Z Commission and Council review and approval.

Details of the Request
The request is for the approval to amend the original Vantage Data Centers CSP dated January 18, 2022 (the "2022 Vantage Data Centers CSP") and replace it with the Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024 (Attachment B). A brief description of the proposed amendment is provided below:

1. The addition of a monument sign at the southeast corner of W. Van Buren Street and N. Bullard Avenue - The city is no longer pursuing the purchase of the corner lot at the southeast corner of W. Van Buren Street and N. Bullard Avenue to provide a gateway entry monument for the Bullard Tech Corridor. With that decision, the applicant would like to place a monument sign on the corner. This CSP amendment will allow the applicant to place a monument sign that serves to identify the entire Vantage Data Centers campus, not a specific point or building on the campus.

2. Align the quantities and locations of signs with the final approved site plan - The originally approved site plan from September 2020 envisioned a total of three buildings across the Vantage Data Centers campus. The final approved site plan, which was approved in March 2024, reduces the total number of buildings to two buildings. This CSP amendment will clarify the count and location of signs based on the newly approved site plan building configurations.

3. Enhancements for public safety - This CSP amendment adds addressing on entry driveway monument signs and additional building identification wall signage to aid in wayfinding within the property for both visitors and public safety personnel.

Evaluation Criteria
Article 7-10 Special Sign Areas of the Zoning Ordinance establishes the criteria for the evaluation of a CSP. The criteria and accompanying staff analysis (italics) are provided below:

1. Size and Height: The comprehensive sign package shall demonstrate that all proposed signage is no larger than necessary for sufficient visibility and legibility. Factors to be considered in determining allowed size and height may include, but are not limited to, topography, traffic volumes, traffic speeds, visibility ranges, copy size and impact on adjacent property.

The application indicates the intent of the CSP is to provide signage to meet the operational needs of the data center campus, which consists of two large buildings and up to five individual users. Size and height have been established to provide visibility from the adjacent arterial streets and to assist in wayfinding once inside the campus. Staff finds the proposed sizes, heights and configuration of the intended signage, and the requested deviations, are appropriate and supportable for a data center campus of the intended size, at this location.

2. Location and Orientation: Signs should be located and oriented to allow sufficient visibility and legibility for pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Factors that may be considered in reviewing the appropriateness of the sign location and orientation may include, but are not limited to, location relative to the surrounding streets and land uses, traffic volumes and access points, visibility angles and topographic features.

The application indicates that signage is intended to be visible to customers and operational staff from Van Buren Street and Bullard Avenue, which are both arterials with higher traffic volumes and vehicular speeds. Building identification signs are designed to take advantage of these frontages and then oriented throughout the site to assist with building identification and wayfinding.

3. Design, Colors and Materials: Signs proposed under the CSP shall be harmonious with and enhance the architecture and theme of the specific development in which the signs are located. Compatibility with the specific development shall include the use of complementary colors, materials and architectural style.

As established in the CSP, the signage will have a design theme consistent with the approved design of the buildings. As such, the intended design elements are considered appropriate and supportable.

4. Surrounding Land Uses: Signs shall not adversely impact adjacent land uses, especially adjacent residential land uses. The CSP shall demonstrate the measures that will be taken to ensure the proposed signage will not adversely impact adjacent land uses in terms of lighting, size, location and orientation.

The property is located within an established light industrial and technology corridor developed with data centers and several warehousing/distribution facilities. The size, type and number of proposed signs are consistent with other similar developments within this corridor and elsewhere within the city. As such, staff finds the intended signage will not adversely affect any adjacent land uses and is therefore appropriate and supportable.

The P&Z Commission considered this item at its regular meeting on February 12, 2025. At the meeting, City staff provided a presentation to the P&Z Commission. No speaker cards were submitted at the public hearing. No residents spoke at the public hearing. At the conclusion of the presentation, the P&Z Commissioners voted (7-0) to forward a recommendation of approval the City Council. The copy of the Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus CSP presented to the P&Z Commission and being presented to City Council is a restatement of the 2022 Vantage Data Centers CSP with the proposed amendments added to the document.

Attachments

Attachment A - Aerial Photo

Attachment B - Vantage Data Centers AZ Campus Comprehensive Sign Package dated November 19, 2024

Staff Presentation