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NOTICE OF THE
EXECUTIVE AND REGULAR SESSIONS
OF THE FOUNTAIN HILLS TOWN COUNCIL
TIME: 5:30 P.M. – EXECUTIVE SESSION
(Executive Session will be held in the Fountain Conference Room - 2nd floor)
6:30 P.M. – REGULAR SESSION
WHEN: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2013
WHERE: FOUNTAIN HILLS COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16705 E. AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ
Councilmembers of the Town of Fountain Hills will attend either in person o r by telephone conference call; a quorum
of the Town’s various Commissions or Boards may be in attendance at the Council meeting.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. § 1-602.A.9, subject to certain specified statutory exceptions, parents have a right to
consent before the State or any of its political subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the Town
Council are audio and/or video recorded and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may be subject to such recording.
Parents, in order to exercise their rights may either file written consent with the Town Clerk to such recording, or take personal
action to ensure that their child or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a
recording is made, the Town will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. § 1-602.A.9 have been waived.
PROCEDURE FOR ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL
Anyone wishing to speak before the Council must fill out a speaker’s card and submit it to the Town Clerk
prior to Council discussion of that Agenda item. Speaker Cards are located in the Council Chamber
Lobby and near the Clerk’s position on the dais.
Speakers will be called in the order in which the speaker cards were received either by the Clerk or the
Mayor. At that time, speakers should stand and approach the podium. Speakers are asked to state their
name prior to commenting and to direct their comments to the Presiding Officer and not to individual
Councilmembers. Speakers’ statements should not be repetitive. If a speaker chooses not to speak when
called, the speaker will be deemed to have waived his or her opportunity to speak on the matter.
Speakers may not (i) reserve a portion of their time for a later time or (ii) transfer any portion of their
time to another speaker.
If there is a Public Hearing, please submit the speaker card to speak to that issue during the Public
Hearing.
Individual speakers will be allowed three contiguous minutes to address the Council. Time limits may be
waived by (i) discretion of the Town Manager upon request by the speaker not less than 24 hours prior to
a Meeting, (ii) consensus of the Council at Meeting or (iii) the Mayor either prior to or during a Meeting.
Please be respectful when making your comments. If you do not comply with these rules, you will be
asked to leave.
Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
Councilmember Dennis Brown Councilmember Cassie Hansen
Councilmember Ginny Dickey Councilmember Henry Leger
Vice Mayor Tait D. Elkie Councilmember Cecil A. Yates
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EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
1. ROLL CALL AND VOTE TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Pursuant to (i) A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3), discussion or consultation for legal advice with the attorney
or attorneys of the public body; and (ii) A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4), discussion or consultation with
attorneys of the public body in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the
public body’s position regarding contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or
contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation
(Specifically, relating to Nature’s AZ Medicines, Inc.).
2. ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
INVOCATION – Pastor Steve Bergeson, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
ROLL CALL – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
MAYOR’S REPORT
i.) The Mayor may review recent events attended relating to economic development.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES/PRESENTATIONS
i.) Update by Councilmember Dickey relating to the Maricopa Association of
Governments (MAG) Regional Domestic Violence Council.
ii.) Update by Councilmembers Dickey and Yates relating to Grand Canyon University.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431-01(G), public comment is permitted (not required) on matters not
listed on the agenda. Any such comment (i) must be within the jurisdiction of the Council and (ii)
is subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. The Council will not discuss or take
legal action on matters raised during “Call to the Public” unless the matters are properly noticed for
discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of the call to the public, individual Councilmembers
may (i) respond to criticism, (ii) ask staff to review a matter or (iii) ask that the matter be placed on
a future Council agenda.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS (1 – 7)
All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine, non-controversial matters and
will be enacted by one motion and one roll call vote of the Council. All motions and subsequent
approvals of consent items will include all recommended staff stipulations unless otherwise stated.
There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or member of the
public so requests. If a Councilmember or member of the public wishes to discuss an item on the
consent agenda, they may request so prior to the motion to accept the Consent Agenda. The item
will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered its normal sequence on the Agenda.
1. CONSIDERATION of approving the TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES from
February 7, 2013.
2. CONSIDERATION of approving an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF
PREMISES/PATIO PERMIT, TEMPORARY CHANGE submitted by Merita Kraja,
representing the Euro Pizza Cafe, for the purpose of a temporary extension of premises, in
conjunction with the Discraft Memorial Championship event, to be held at 12645 N Saguaro
Blvd #11, on Saturday, March 2, 2013.
3. CONSIDERATION of approving a WINE FESTIVAL LICENSE/WINE FAIR LICENSE
APPLICATION submitted by Dennis M. Minchella, representing the Kokopelli Winery, for
participation in the Thunderbird Artist’s Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art and Wine Affaire to
be held at 16810 E. Avenue of the Fountains, which is scheduled for March 15, 16, and 17,
2013, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
4. CONSIDERATION of approving a SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
submitted by Jean Linzer representing the Fountain Hills and Lower Verde Valley Museum &
Historical Society for the purpose of a fund raiser. Event to be held at 13001 N La Montana
Blvd., scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
5. CONSIDERATION of approving a SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
submitted by Donald Eric Anderson representing the Sons of AMVets for the purpose of a
fund raiser. Event to be held at 12925 N Saguaro Blvd., scheduled to be held on Sunday,
March 17, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
6. CONSIDERATION of RESOLUTION 2013-09, approving the Town of Fountain Hills
Board of Adjustment Bylaws, amended and restated February 21, 2013.
7. CONSIDERATION of RESOLUTION 2013-03, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the
Fountain Hills Sanitary District relating to various services.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
8. CONSIDERATION of approving a REQUEST FROM FOUNTAIN HILLS LITTLE
LEAGUE for permission to purchase, install, and maintain three new scoreboards in Golden
Eagle Park, and to permit the names of annual sponsors of the group to be displayed on the
scoreboards and on the backstops during the group’s regular season and playoffs.
9. CONSIDERATION of approving a RECLAIMED WATER USE AGREEMENT between
the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fountain Hills Sanitary District relating to Fountain Park.
10. DISCUSSION WITH POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF relating to the SAGUARO
BOULEVARD AND AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS INTERSECTION.
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11. CONSIDERATION of approving the Town’s TEN YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PLAN/INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PLAN for the fiscal year beginning July 1,
2013.
12. DISCUSSION WITH POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF relating to any item included
in the League of Arizona Cities and Towns weekly LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN or relating to
any ACTION PROPOSED OR PENDING BEFORE THE STATE LEGISLATURE.
13. COUNCIL DISCUSSION/DIRECTION to the Town Manager Ken Buchanan.
Items listed below are related only to the propriety of (i) placing such items on a future agenda for action or (ii)
directing staff to conduct further research and report back to the Council:
A. NONE.
14. SUMMARY of Council requests and REPORT ON RECENT ACTIVITIES by the Town
Manager Ken Buchanan.
15. ADJOURNMENT.
DATED this 14th day of February, 2013.
_____________________________________
Bevelyn J. Bender, Town Clerk
The Town of Fountain Hills endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call 480 -816-5100 (voice) or 1-
800-367-8939 (TDD) 48 hours prior to the meeting to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting or to obtain agenda
information in large print format. Supporting documentation and staff reports furnished the Council with this agenda are available for review in the
Clerk’s office.
NOTICE OF THE
EXECUTIVE AND REGULAR SESSIONS
OF THE FOUNTAIN HILLS TOWN COUNCIL
TIME: 5:30 P.M. – EXECUTIVE SESSION
(Executive Session will be held in the Fountain Conference Room - 2nd floor)
6:30 P.M. – REGULAR SESSION
WHEN: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2013
WHERE: FOUNTAIN HILLS COUNCIL CHAMBERS
16705 E. AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ
Councilmembers of the Town of Fountain Hills will attend either in person or by telephone conference call; a quorum
of the Town’s various Commissions or Boards may be in attendance at the Council meeting.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. § 1-602.A.9, subject to certain specified statutory exceptions, parents have a right to
consent before the State or any of its political subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the Town
Council are audio and/or video recorded and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may be subject to such recording.
Parents, in order to exercise their rights may either file written consent with the Town Clerk to such recording, or take personal
action to ensure that their child or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a
recording is made, the Town will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. § 1-602.A.9 have been waived.
PROCEDURE FOR ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL
Anyone wishing to speak before the Council must fill out a speaker’s card and submit it to the Town Clerk
prior to Council discussion of that Agenda item. Speaker Cards are located in the Council Chamber
Lobby and near the Clerk’s position on the dais.
Speakers will be called in the order in which the speaker cards were received either by the Clerk or the
Mayor. At that time, speakers should stand and approach the podium. Speakers are asked to state their
name prior to commenting and to direct their comments to the Presiding Officer and not to individual
Councilmembers. Speakers’ statements should not be repetitive. If a speaker chooses not to speak when
called, the speaker will be deemed to have waived his or her opportunity to speak on the matter.
Speakers may not (i) reserve a portion of their time for a later time or (ii) transfer any portion of their
time to another speaker.
If there is a Public Hearing, please submit the speaker card to speak to that issue during the Public
Hearing.
Individual speakers will be allowed three contiguous minutes to address the Council. Time limits may be
waived by (i) discretion of the Town Manager upon request by the speaker not less than 24 hours prior to
a Meeting, (ii) consensus of the Council at Meeting or (iii) the Mayor either prior to or during a Meeting.
Please be respectful when making your comments. If you do not comply with these rules, you will be
asked to leave.
Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
Councilmember Dennis Brown Councilmember Cassie Hansen
Councilmember Ginny Dickey Councilmember Henry Leger
Vice Mayor Tait D. Elkie Councilmember Cecil A. Yates
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EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
1. ROLL CALL AND VOTE TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Pursuant to (i) A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3), discussion or consultation for legal advice with the attorney
or attorneys of the public body; and (ii) A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4), discussion or consultation with
attorneys of the public body in order to consider its position and instruct its attorneys regarding the
public body’s position regarding contracts that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or
contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation
(Specifically, relating to Nature’s AZ Medicines, Inc.).
2. ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
INVOCATION – Pastor Steve Bergeson, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
ROLL CALL – Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh
MAYOR’S REPORT
i.) The Mayor may review recent events attended relating to economic development.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES/PRESENTATIONS
i.) Update by Councilmember Dickey relating to the Maricopa Association of
Governments (MAG) Regional Domestic Violence Council.
ii.) Update by Councilmembers Dickey and Yates relating to Grand Canyon University.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431-01(G), public comment is permitted (not required) on matters not
listed on the agenda. Any such comment (i) must be within the jurisdiction of the Council and (ii)
is subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. The Council will not discuss or take
legal action on matters raised during “Call to the Public” unless the matters are properly noticed for
discussion and legal action. At the conclusion of the call to the public, individual Councilmembers
may (i) respond to criticism, (ii) ask staff to review a matter or (iii) ask that the matter be placed on
a future Council agenda.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS (1 – 7)
All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine, non-controversial matters and
will be enacted by one motion and one roll call vote of the Council. All motions and subsequent
approvals of consent items will include all recommended staff stipulations unless otherwise stated.
There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or member of the
public so requests. If a Councilmember or member of the public wishes to discuss an item on the
consent agenda, they may request so prior to the motion to accept the Consent Agenda. The item
will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered its normal sequence on the Agenda.
1. CONSIDERATION of approving the TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES from
February 7, 2013.
2. CONSIDERATION of approving an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF
PREMISES/PATIO PERMIT, TEMPORARY CHANGE submitted by Merita Kraja,
representing the Euro Pizza Cafe, for the purpose of a temporary extension of premises, in
conjunction with the Discraft Memorial Championship event, to be held at 12645 N Saguaro
Blvd #11, on Saturday, March 2, 2013.
3. CONSIDERATION of approving a WINE FESTIVAL LICENSE/WINE FAIR LICENSE
APPLICATION submitted by Dennis M. Minchella, representing the Kokopelli Winery, for
participation in the Thunderbird Artist’s Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art and Wine Affaire to
be held at 16810 E. Avenue of the Fountains, which is scheduled for March 15, 16, and 17,
2013, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
4. CONSIDERATION of approving a SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
submitted by Jean Linzer representing the Fountain Hills and Lower Verde Valley Museum &
Historical Society for the purpose of a fund raiser. Event to be held at 13001 N La Montana
Blvd., scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
5. CONSIDERATION of approving a SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
submitted by Donald Eric Anderson representing the Sons of AMVets for the purpose of a
fund raiser. Event to be held at 12925 N Saguaro Blvd., scheduled to be held on Sunday,
March 17, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
6. CONSIDERATION of RESOLUTION 2013-09, approving the Town of Fountain Hills
Board of Adjustment Bylaws, amended and restated February 21, 2013.
7. CONSIDERATION of RESOLUTION 2013-03, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the
Fountain Hills Sanitary District relating to various services.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
8. CONSIDERATION of approving a REQUEST FROM FOUNTAIN HILLS LITTLE
LEAGUE for permission to purchase, install, and maintain three new scoreboards in Golden
Eagle Park, and to permit the names of annual sponsors of the group to be displayed on the
scoreboards and on the backstops during the group’s regular season and playoffs.
9. CONSIDERATION of approving a RECLAIMED WATER USE AGREEMENT between
the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fountain Hills Sanitary District relating to Fountain Park.
10. DISCUSSION WITH POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF relating to the SAGUARO
BOULEVARD AND AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS INTERSECTION.
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11. CONSIDERATION of approving the Town’s TEN YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PLAN/INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PLAN for the fiscal year beginning July 1,
2013.
12. DISCUSSION WITH POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF relating to any item included
in the League of Arizona Cities and Towns weekly LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN or relating to
any ACTION PROPOSED OR PENDING BEFORE THE STATE LEGISLATURE.
13. COUNCIL DISCUSSION/DIRECTION to the Town Manager Ken Buchanan.
Items listed below are related only to the propriety of (i) placing such items on a future agenda for action or (ii)
directing staff to conduct further research and report back to the Council:
A. NONE.
14. SUMMARY of Council requests and REPORT ON RECENT ACTIVITIES by the Town
Manager Ken Buchanan.
15. ADJOURNMENT.
DATED this 14th day of February, 2013.
_____________________________________
Bevelyn J. Bender, Town Clerk
The Town of Fountain Hills endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call 480-816-5100 (voice) or 1-
800-367-8939 (TDD) 48 hours prior to the meeting to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting or to obtain agenda
information in large print format. Supporting documentation and staff reports furnished the Council with this agenda are available for review in the
Clerk’s office.
Intersection 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Total
Saguaro Blvd. & AOTF 2 2 3 2 2* 11
* One accident in 2012 was listed as a car/pedestrian accident. A slow moving vehicle came into contact
with special event traffic control worker. There were no injuries or citations issued.
Five Year Crash Data
Intersection 2011 2031
Saguaro Blvd. & AOTF 13,000 (1,100 trucks) 26,000 (2,200 trucks)
Traffic Volume Data
Configuration AM Peak PM Peak
2011: 3-Way Stop (2 lane) 10.1 sec, LOS "B" 13.1 sec, LOS "B"
2031: 3-Way Stop (2 lane) 15.8 sec, LOS "C" 25.4 sec, LOS "D"
Level Of Services Delay Ranges (Sec/Veh.)
Level Of Services
(LOS)
All-Way Stop &
Roundabout Traffic Signal Notes
A 0-10 0-10 Free Flow
B 10-15 10-20 Reasonable Free Flow
C 15-25 20-35 Stable Flow
D 25-35 35-55 Approaching Unstable Flow
E 35-50 55-80 Unstable Flow
F >50 >80 Forced or Breakdown Flow
Cost: $420,000
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
Year Approach LOS Delay LOS Delay
2026
NB A 7.2 C 24.1
SB A 9.7 B 11
EB A 5.2 A 5.2
2031
NB A 9 F 112
SB B 14.7 C 20.8
EB A 5.7 A 6
Cost: $1,120,000
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
Year Approach LOS Delay LOS Delay
2031
NB A 4.5 B 10.1
SB A 5.7 A 6.6
EB A 5.9 A 6.2
Cost: $1,250,000
Intersection Alternative Matrix
Evaluation Criteria
3-Way Stop
(Dual Lane)
2013
Single Lane
Roundabout
2026
Dual Lane
Roundabout
2031
Intersection LOS (PM Peak) C C A
Average Deals (Sec./Veh.) Not Available 17.4 8.4
Pedestrian Connectivity/Safety
Queued vehicles may
limit crossing
opportunities
Optimal gap crossings with
minimal delays
Optimal gap crossings with
minimal delays
Right-of-Way Required None Park Right-of-Way Park Right-of-Way
Potential Utility Impacts/Conflicts None SRP, Water & Drainage SRP, Water & Drainage
Emergency Vehicle Access Minimal Delay Expected Minimal Delay Expected Minimal Delay Expected
Aesthetics Similar to existing
condition
Landscape center island with
intersection lighting
Landscape center island
with intersection lighting
Project Cost (Paul Nordin to Parkview) $420,000 $1,120,000 $1,250,000
Contact: Paul Mood, 480-816-5129, pmood@fh.az.gov
The Height of Desert Living
Capital Improvement Program
Capital Improvement Program
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Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Policy and Procedures
Objective
To provide a policy and procedures for the development, approval, and implemen-
tation of the Town of Fountain Hills’ five (5) year and twenty (20) year Capital Im-
provement Programs (CIP).
Scope
This policy applies to all projects undertaken by the Town of Fountain Hills that
meet the definition of a capital improvement project detailed in the definitions sec-
tion.
Policy
The purpose of the Capital Improvement Program is to provide an authoritative
decision-making process for the evaluation, selection, and multi-year scheduling of
public physical improvements based on a projection of available fiscal resources
and the community's priorities.
The objectives of the Program are to:
a) ensure the timely repair, replacement and expansion of the Town’s infra-
structure;
b) b) serve as a link in the Town’s planning between the Town’s Strategic
Plan and all subsidiary plans with a 10-20 year horizon and the annual
budget process with a one-year horizon;
c) c) maintain control over the Town’s long-term cash flow in relation to the
Town's financial capacity; and
d) d) ensure efficient, effective and coordinated capital improvement.
Definitions
The following words, when used in connection with this policy, shall have the fol-
lowing meanings:
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: A multi-year planning document that is the
product of a systematic evaluation of capital projects. This Program serves as a
guide for the efficient and effective construction and maintenance of public facili-
ties, outlining a detailed timeline and financing schedule of capital projects for a
five (5) year period of time and a summary schedule of capital projects for a
twenty (20) year period.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: A capital project is a heavy equipment acquisi-
tion, a computer/software systems acquisition, or a public improvement that in-
volves construction of new infrastructure, additions to existing structures, renova-
tion of existing structures, and major repairs to infrastructure of a comprehensive
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and non-routine nature. A capital project is defined in financial terms as a project
with a projected final cost of at least $50,000 and is a non-recurring expense.
In addition, the capital asset(s) resulting from the project should have a useful life
of at least 10 years. Studies, design and engineering fees greater than $10,000
which are preparatory to a capital project with a projected final cost of at least
$50,000 should be included as part of the capital project cost.
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PLAN (IIP): A written plan that individually or
collectively identifies each public service that is proposed to be the subject of a de-
velopment fee. The Town of Fountain Hills’ IIP is incorporated as part of the
Town’s CIP and follows the same timeline and procedure.
Process
A. Schedule: Annually, the CIP Coordinator and Finance Director will submit
a proposed CIP development calendar to the Town Manager for review.
Based on this calendar, the CIP Coordinator will initiate a request to the
management team for submission of updates, revisions and new projects for
the five (5) year Capital Improvement Program. A further, but less detailed,
review of the twenty (20) year Program will also be conducted.
B. Format: The management team will utilize the previous year's approved
CIP as a base for developing recommended additions, deletions, or changes
for incorporation in the updated CIP for the ensuing year. The management
team will utilize the standard format provided to submit new projects or
propose revisions to existing projects. All new projects will also include a
comprehensive estimate of the impact of the new project on the Town's an-
nual operating budget; e.g., salaries and benefits, supplies, utilities, fuel,
maintenance requirements, etc.
C. Finance Review: The Finance Director will assist the CIP Coordinator as
necessary in all facets of Capital Improvement Program development and
review including production of revenue estimates and estimated growth in
assessed valuation as well as overall financial analysis of the proposed pro-
gram. Additional assistance may be requested to help produce draft docu-
ments, etc.
D. Town Manager Review: The CIP Coordinator will provide a copy of the
proposed CIP document to the Finance Director and Town Manager for re-
view and comment prior to distribution of the CIP document to the Town
Council as part of the budget package.
E. Public Hearing: The proposed CIP will be considered at a public hearing
convened by the Town Council to accept comments and input from the
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public on the content of the Program. Notice of said public hearing date,
place, and time will be made at least 60 days in advance of the scheduled
hearing. Copies of the proposed CIP will be made available to the public at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled hearing date and at the hearing itself.
F. Town Council Approval: The final draft of the proposed CIP will be submit-
ted as an agenda item for formal approval by the Town Council at the first
Council Meeting in June.
G. Distribution: A copy of the approved CIP document will be published on
the Town’s website.
H. Implementation: Upon adoption of the CIP, projects included within the
applicable budget year may be implemented by the appropriate Manage-
ment Team member in compliance with the Town’s purchasing policy, spe-
cial benefit district, or applicable procedure.
I. Amendments: The adopted CIP may be amended upon approval of the
Town Council. Examples of amendments include cost increases for approved
projects, the acceleration of projects to the applicable budget year from a
future year, and the addition of projects not previously included in the CIP.
An amendment to the CIP will be submitted to the Town Manager for ap-
proval. Upon approval, the amendment should be prepared as an agenda
item for formal approval by the Town Council at a regular or special call
meeting. Upon approval, a copy of the amended CIP document will be pub-
lished on the Town’s website.
Procedure
A. Form: The form listed as Attachment A shall be utilized to request inclu-
sion of a project in the Capital Improvement Program.
B. Funding Prioritization: As part of the project submittal process, manage-
ment team members shall identify project priorities to help determine which
projects are recommended for inclusion in the five-year CIP.
The initial measure of the project’s priority is first established using the fol-
lowing factors:
HIGH
Project protects the health and safety of the Town, its residents, visi-
tors and employees
Project is mandated by Federal, State or local, regulations
Project is a high priority of the Town Council, based on the most cur-
rent Strategic Plan or other subsidiary plans
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Project prevents irreparable damage to existing facilities
Project leverages local funding with other non-local funding sources
Project finishes a partially completed project
MEDIUM
Project maintains existing service levels
Project provides for the maintenance of existing systems and equip-
ment
Project results in increased efficiency
Project reduces operational costs
Project significantly reduces losses in revenue or provides for signifi-
cant increased revenues
LOW
Project provides an expanded level of service or new public facility
not included in the Town Council’s priorities
Project is deferrable
Project uses debt financing
C.Funding Sources: The primary funding sources for the CIP are the Gen-
eral Fund, Grants, Development Fees, Excise Taxes, HURF, bonded in-
debtedness, Capital Leases and Capital Project funds. All potential pro-
jects must identify the proposed sources of funding before submission of
the CIP request. Projects that are funded by Development Fees must
also identify the relationship between the IIP project and the Develop-
ment Fee from which it is funded in the justification section of the CIP
Form.
D. Project Schedule: Each Project Manager shall provide a preliminary
schedule which shall detail the various phases involved in the project and
their starting and ending dates. It is the responsibility of the Project
Manager to maintain this schedule or to provide schedule updates to the
CIP Coordinator on at least a quarterly basis.
Responsibility for Enforcement
The Town Manager, Finance Director and CIP Coordinator will be responsible for
ensuring that this policy is followed and/or updated as necessary.
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Attachment A
Town of Fountain Hills
Capital Improvement Project Information Form
PROJECT TITLE: Click here to enter text.
PROJECT NUMBER: Click here to enter text.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Click here to enter text.
TIMEFRAME: Click here to enter text. Example FY 2012-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: Click here to enter text. Example FY 2012-13
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: Click here to enter text.
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Click here to enter text.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Click here to select a Priority from the list
Note: Double click on the below tables to update them in Excel. The totals will automatically calculate.
Fund Type Prior Year FY2012-2013 FY2013-2014 FY 2014-2015 FY2015-2016 FY 2016-2017 Total
General $0
Capital Projects $0
Excise Tax $0
Grant $0
HURF $0
Development Fee $0
Developer $0
Unfunded $0
Other $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Funding Sources
Fund Type Prior Year FY2012-2013 FY2013-2014 FY 2014-2015 FY2015-2016 FY 2016-2017 Total
Planning $0
Design $0
Construction $0
Other $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Project Expenses
Fund Type FY2012-2013 FY2013-2014 FY 2014-2015 FY2015-2016 FY 2016-2017 Total
Salaries & Benefits $0
Services & Supplies $0
Other $0
Total $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Operating Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Ashbrook Wash Channelization Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: D6030
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will upgrade the channel and culverts along the Ashbrook Wash between Bayfield Drive
and Del Cambre Avenue to carry run-off from a 100-year storm event without flooding adjacent resi-
dences.
The work is anticipated to include a new culvert at Bayfield Drive (six barrel, 8' x 5' concrete box cul-
vert), a new culvert at Saguaro Boulevard (seven barrel, 10' x 4' concrete box culvert), grading a
portion of the channel length, excess vegetation removal, and two segments of masonry floodwall.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY14-16
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1,516,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Survey data and hydraulic calculations from the Maricopa County Flood Control District (MCFCD)
show that 13 houses and duplex units are susceptible to flooding in the 100 -year flood along
Ashbrook Wash between Bayfield Drive and Del Cambre Avenue. The MCFCD had deferred its assess-
ment of the Town's 2009 CIP submittal request pending confirmation of the flooding hazard.
Based on this new information, the Town updated and re-submitted its Capital Improvement Program
Prioritization Procedure request to the MCFCD. MCFCD staff has recommended approval of the pro-
ject to their Board of Directors and if approved, the Town and the MCFCD will split the project costs
equally, with the MCFCD managing the project's design and construction.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Prevents Irreparable Damage to Existing Facilities
Capital Projects Information Sheets
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
D6030
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 38,000 $ 38,000 $ 682,000 $ - $ - $ 758,000
Grant 38,000 38,000 682,000 758,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 76,000 $ 76,000 $1,364,000 $ - $ - $1,516,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning 76,000 76,000 152,000
Design -
Construction 1,364,000 1,364,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 76,000 $ 76,000 $1,364,000 $ - $ - $1,516,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
Other Impact
TOTAL
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PROJECT TITLE: Miscellaneous Drainage Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: D6047
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will provide for the construction of new drainage facilities or the extension of existing
facilities at locations of future road widening projects so that excess excavated materials may be put
in place when available. The project will also provide for the revegetation of these locations.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $50,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Town has worked successfully with municipal, private and utility construction contractors in the
past to place excess excavation materials at locations where future Town road widening projects will
require fill material. This work is done at no cost to the Town and will save on the costs to fill and
compact these areas in the future. The locations where the excess materials can be placed are now
limited without constructing or extending drainage culverts. Revegetation is also required in the ar-
eas where fill materials are placed to help with erosion and aesthetics.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Leverage Local Funds
Capital Projects Information Sheets
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
D6047
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 50,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 50,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction 50,000 50,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 50,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
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PROJECT TITLE: Downtown Vision Master Plan - Phase I (Greening)
PROJECT NUMBER: E8501
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Project is planned to introduce additional trees, and potentially shrubs, to Fountain Park and a num-
ber of vacant lots principally in the downtown area. Grant funds and donations will be sought for this
work.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $100,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The "Greening of Downtown" was one of the recommendations to come from the Downtown Visioning
Master Plan. The "Greening of Downtown" envisioned additional trees and shrubbery for Fountain
Park to provide additional shade and aesthetic appeal and the planting of greenery in the Town's pri-
vately-owned, large vacant lots in the downtown area.
The source of funding is to be donation driven. The project will include a demonstration planting area
on the Park's east side, trees along the sidewalks and paths in and around the Park, and more in-
tensely planted "grove" areas, which are envisioned to include both trees and shrubs. Lastly, addi-
tional work that is envisioned included naturalization of the Park islands and a desert wildflower area
among others.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Finishes a Partially Completed Project
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
E8501
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant 100,000 100,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction 100,000 100,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
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PROJECT TITLE: Downtown Vision Master Plan - Phase II (Avenue/ Lakeside Project)
PROJECT NUMBER: E8502
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project may be used as an inducement to reimburse a developer(s) up to $400,000 for con-
struction of Town approved streetscape/sidewalks/road improvements for development of a project
or projects in the Lakeside District and/or The Avenue District in alignment with the Downtown Vision
Master Plan adopted by Council on 9/17/09 and in alignment with the Downtown Area Specific Plan
framework. It may also be used by the Town for streetscape/sidewalks/road improvements/parking
studies to induce a developer(s) to develop a project or projects in the above mentioned Districts.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY14-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: N/A
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $400,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
In FY05-06 and FY06-07, the Town completed Phases I and II of the "Avenue of the Fountains En-
hancement Project." Phase I included design of the entire project, and construction of the street-
scape and sidewalks on the north side of the Avenue. Phase II included construction of the street-
scape and sidewalks on the south side of the Avenue in front of Town Hall.
In January 2009, the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce, embarked
on a journey to develop a master plan for downtown Fountain Hills. Swaback Partners was engaged
to assist in this project. The process included input in structured group settings. Two different
groups, inclusive of community leaders and local constituents, formally assisted in defining the vision
- the Project Team and the Focus Group. In addition, the process included numerous public meetings
to discuss the project progress, and receive feedback and guidance.
This project will continue the "Avenue of the Fountains Enhancement Project" in the form of an in-
ducement up to $400,000 to reimburse a developer or developers for developing a project(s) in the
Lakeside District or The Avenue District in alignment with the Downtown Vision Master Plan. It may
also be in the form of a Town project to induce a development. The Town Council would formalize the
reimbursement or inducement through an adopted Development Agreement which would outline the
conditions of the reimbursements or inducements.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Town Council Priority
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
E8502
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown 200,000 200,000 400,000
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction -
Other Expenses 200,000 200,000 400,000
TOTAL $ - $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
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PROJECT TITLE: Avenue of the Fountains Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: E8504
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will include improvements to the median along the Avenue of the Fountains from Sa-
guaro Boulevard to La Montana to provide a more vibrant and pedestrian friendly downtown area as
well as provide areas for special events.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY12-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY11-12
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1,760,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Avenue of the Fountains median between Saguaro Boulevard and La Montana is utilized for nu-
merous community events throughout the year. Due to its age and use, the median area is in need
of improvements including but not limited to the replacement of trees, curbing, brick pavers, irriga-
tion systems, electrical systems and replacement of the fountains. The project budget includes a
$400,000 allowance for lighting.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Provides Maintenance of Existing Systems
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
E8504
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown 120,000 1,640,000 1,760,000
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ 120,000 $1,640,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $1,760,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 120,000 40,000 160,000
Construction 1,600,000 1,600,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ 120,000 $1,640,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $1,760,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000
$ - $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 200,000
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
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PROJECT TITLE: Street Maintenance Facility Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: F4002
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will provide new modular office for the Streets Maintenance Division.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $225,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The current Streets Maintenance Facility is not adequately sized or configured for day to day opera-
tions. The proposed facility improvements will allow for functional and efficient operations throughout
build-out. Staff currently utilizes a 975 sq. ft. mobile home trailer that was brought to the site in
1993 as a temporary facility. This project will provide an approximate 1,450 sq. ft. modular building
for office space and traffic signal electronic equipment storage.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Results in Increased Efficiency
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
F4002
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources 225,000 225,000
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 225,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 225,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction 225,000 225,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 225,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 225,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Fire Station 1 Renovation
PROJECT NUMBER: F4015
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will provide a 1,500 square foot addition for five bunkrooms, a shower room and storage
space. This addition will be a one story structure to the north side of the existing building.
The existing double wide trailer utilized for the ambulance crew will be tested for asbestos and de-
molished. This space will be converted to parking to replace the parking space used for the addition.
The ambulance crew will be relocated to the existing living space.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY12-13
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $495,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
1. The existing station has a 12' X 20' sleeping space for five firefighters, a 12' X 12' captain’s office/
sleeping space and non-ADA compliant washroom/shower.
2. No female space.
3. Lack of station storage.
4. Existing external trailer, which houses the 2 person ambulance crew, is in deplorable condition
( the floor could collapse ) and is extremely expensive to power and cool, will be razed and removed.
This area will be converted to parking space.
5. The existing living space in the station will be converted for the ambulance crew. The bathroom/
shower will be used for this crew.
6. Storage will be added to the existing space.
7. An opportunity to introduce energy efficiency technology to save on utility costs will then exist.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Prevents Irreparable Damage to Existing
Facilities
Capital Projects Information Sheets
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
F4015
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ 75,000 $ 420,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 495,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ 75,000 $ 420,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 495,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 75,000 50,000 125,000
Construction 370,000 370,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ 75,000 $ 420,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 495,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
1,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 7,000
-
$ 1,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ - $ 7,000
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Portable Live Training Unit
PROJECT NUMBER: F4025
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
The Fountain Hills Fire Department will be applying for a regional (Rio Verde, Fort McDowell and Salt
River Fire Departments) Assistance to Firefighters Grant for a portable Live Fire Training Unit. This
grant is a 90% Federal grant with a 10% local match. Fountain Hills and Rio Verde would split the
matching funds and either Fort McDowell or Salt River will donate a site to locate the training unit.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $160,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
This grant will serve a two-fold purpose: better trained firefighters, which will provide each depart-
ment the ability to protect lives and property in our communities for years to come, and most impor-
tantly, better trained firefighters are safer firefighters which in turn could prevent injuries.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Protects Health & Safety of the Town
Capital Projects Information Sheets
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
F4025
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant 144,000 144,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General 16,000 16,000
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 160,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 160,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ 160,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 160,000
Planning -
Design -
Construction -
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 160,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 160,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Assistance to Firefighters Grant / Radios
PROJECT NUMBER: F4027
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Fountain Hills continues to move to a regional automatic aid communication system. We have com-
mitted, through grants which we have received the past three years, to upgrade our VHF portable
and mobile radios, and added 800 MHz mobile radios to our apparatus. This grant will purchase 12
portable VHF/700-800 MHz radios, 2 base station radios, and battery chargers. This grant is a 90%
Federal grant with a 10% Town match.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $120,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
This grant will serve a two-fold purpose: better trained firefighters, which will provide each depart-
ment the ability to protect lives and property in our communities for years to come, and most impor-
tantly, better trained firefighters are safer firefighters which in turn could prevent injuries.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Protects Health & Safety of the Town
Capital Projects Information Sheets
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
F4027
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant 108,000 108,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General 12,000 12,000
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 120,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 120,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ 120,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 120,000
Planning -
Design -
Construction -
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 120,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 120,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Fountain Park Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: P3011
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Remaining improvements to Fountain Park include renovation of the east parking lot with lights, low
level lighting of interior and exterior sidewalks, monument signage, and amphitheater area lighting
and staging for day and evening events.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY14-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1,500,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Fountain Park has undergone several phases of improvements since the Town acquired the Park in
1997. All improvements are being done in conjunction with the approved Park master plan and will
help keep Fountain Park the signature facility in Fountain Hills. These items represent the final im-
provements to the Park as outlined in the most recent master plan, which was approved in 1999.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Finishes a Partially Completed Project
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3011
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 825,000 $ 675,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,500,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 825,000 $ 675,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,500,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 150,000 150,000
Construction 675,000 675,000 1,350,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 825,000 $ 675,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,500,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ 22,725 $ 22,725 $ 22,725 $ 22,725 $ 90,900
28,300 28,300 28,300 28,300 113,200
-
$ - $ 51,025 $ 51,025 $ 51,025 $ 51,025 $ 204,100
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Fountain Lake Water Quality Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: P3022
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will help improve water quality in Fountain Lake by developing a comprehensive water
quality management program.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY14-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $300,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Fountain Lake serves as the centerpiece of the Town activities. The total lake area is approximately
29 acres and receives reclaimed wastewater with a high nutrient concentration. Over the years the
lake has experienced episodes of low oxygen levels, occasional algae blooms, unpleasant odors and
even fish die off.
Meetings are being held between the Town and the Sanitary District to help determine the extent and
funding levels needed to further improve the lake's water quality in the future. A comprehensive wa-
ter quality management program was previously completed by a consultant. Future improvements to
help aerate or “mix” the lake may be required with estimated funding shown in FY13-14.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Maintains Existing Service Level
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3022
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 300,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 300,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning 50,000 50,000
Design -
Construction 250,000 250,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 300,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Urban Trail Improvements
PROJECT NUMBER: P3024
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Work to include the planning of both Phase II and III of the Urban Trail Plans and the continued im-
plementation of the trails plan. Design work will include the work on Phases II and III. This design
will also include work to complete a number of gaps in the Urban Trail Plan where sections of side-
walks are needed and will include street striping and signage along the routes.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-17
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY12-13
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $130,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Phase I has been budgeted and will be implemented in FY11 -12. The proposed remaining work will
complete the remaining two phases of the Urban Trail Plan. The Urban Trail Plan and its implementa-
tion was one of the goals set by the Council in FY11-12. This work will complete the plan.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Low - Provides an Expanded Level of Service
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3024
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ 50,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ - $ 130,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ 50,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ - $ 130,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 19,000 19,000
Construction 31,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 111,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ 50,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ - $ 130,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 5,000
$ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 5,000
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Unpaved Alley Paving Projects
PROJECT NUMBER: S6003
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project involves paving a number of unpaved alleys throughout the Town. The paving project is
divided into five phases as follows:
Phase I: 1,400 LF from Panorama to Colony - Completed
Phase II: 870 LF from Tower to Panorama - Completed
Phase III: 890 LF from Panorama to Enterprise in FY12-13
Phase IV: 1,150 LF adjacent to Colony Wash and 770 linear feet from Fountain Hills Blvd to
Glenbrook in FY13-14
Phase V: 635 LF from Desert Vista to Saxon Dr. and 410 LF from Tioga south and east of Pano-
rama in FY14-15
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY10-16
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY09-10
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $695,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Maricopa County has mandated that all municipalities stabilize unpaved alleys to mitigate air pollu-
tion. The Town of Fountain Hills has entered into an IGA with Maricopa County requiring the unpaved
alleys to be stabilized.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Federal, State or Local Mandate
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 325,000 $ 190,000 $ 180,000 $ - $ - $ 695,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 325,000 $ 190,000 $ 180,000 $ - $ - $ 695,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 15,000 15,000 15,000 45,000
Construction 310,000 175,000 165,000 650,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 325,000 $ 190,000 $ 180,000 $ - $ - $ 695,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 10,000
$ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 10,000
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Shea Boulevard Widening
PROJECT NUMBER: S6005
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will widen Shea Boulevard to three lanes in each direction from the east Town boundary
to approximately 1,000 feet west of Technology Drive. Also included in the project are improve-
ments to the Shea and Saguaro intersection, a rubberized asphalt overlay of the existing pavement,
curb and gutter, sidewalks, traffic signal improvements, traffic signal interconnect conduit, wiring and
appurtenances.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY10-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY09-10
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $4,003,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Shea Boulevard is a road of regional significance and has an average traffic volume of 25,000 vehi-
cles per day at Saguaro Boulevard. This project is a MAG Proposition 400 project which will provide
for 70% of the project funding with a 30% match from the Town. The MAG reimbursement in the
FY12-13 Arterial Life Cycle Program (ALCP) is a maximum of $709,000 in FY13 -14, $500,000 in FY14
-15 and $1,594,000 in FY16-17. The Town was also awarded MCDOT Special Project Funds in the
amount of $152,000 to provide for a rubberized asphalt overlay from the Beeline Highway (SR 87) to
the eastern Town limit.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Leverage Local Funds
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ 100,000 $ 957,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,057,000
Grant 2,746,000 2,746,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer 200,000 200,000
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ 100,000 $3,903,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $4,003,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 100,000 127,000 227,000
Construction 3,726,000 3,726,000
Other Expenses 50,000 50,000
TOTAL $ 100,000 $3,903,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $4,003,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Pavement Management
PROJECT NUMBER: S6008
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
The Pavement Management Program in FY13-14 will consist of removing and replacing areas of dam-
aged asphalt as well as surface treatments in Zone 7 of the Town’s Pavement Management Area.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: Ongoing
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: N/A
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST:
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The use of capital projects funds to supplement the pavement management program in FY13-14 is
part of the approved pavement management program.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Prevents Irreparable Damage to Existing
Facilities
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $1,000,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $1,000,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $1,000,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $1,000,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction 1,000,000 1,000,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $1,000,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $1,000,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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PROJECT TITLE: Saguaro Boulevard Reconstruction
PROJECT NUMBER: S6010
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will reconstruct Saguaro Boulevard from Trevino Drive to Fountain Hills Boulevard includ-
ing the removal and replacement of subgrade as required. Also included are major drainage improve-
ments at Palisades, minor drainage improvements at various locations, and ADA improvements as
required. Coordinate project with Palisades and Avenue of the Fountains traffic signal improvements
(T5011).
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $8,200,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Saguaro Boulevard was one of the first streets constructed in Fountain Hills and is a major truck
route. This reconstruction is the first major work performed on the street. There have been some
repairs performed in areas over time, however, the overall condition of the asphalt requires recon-
struction.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Prevents Irreparable Damage to Existing Facilities
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds 8,200,000 8,200,000
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $8,200,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $8,200,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 500,000 500,000
Construction 7,700,000 7,700,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $8,200,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $8,200,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Fountain Hills Boulevard Shoulder Paving
PROJECT NUMBER: S6053
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will pave the dirt shoulders along Fountain Hills Boulevard from Segundo Drive to Pinto
Drive, providing dust mitigation and erosion control.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY12-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY11-12
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $396,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Town applied for and was awarded a Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grant through the
Maricopa Association of Governments for the paving of the dirt shoulders on Fountain Hills Boulevard.
This project will provide dust mitigation, erosion control, run-off-the-road hazard mitigation, potential
future use by bicycles, and will reduce maintenance costs. The project design is funded by the Town,
with construction funded 94.3% through grant funds with a 5.7% local match requirement.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Leverage Local Funds
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ 60,000 $ 81,000 $ - $ - $ 141,000
Grant 255,000 255,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ 60,000 $ 336,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 396,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 60,000 65,000 125,000
Construction 271,000 271,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ 60,000 $ 336,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 396,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 5,000
-
$ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 5,000
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Highway Safety Improvement Program
PROJECT NUMBER: S6054
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will provide guardrail impact attenuators at five locations on Shea Boulevard and four
locations on Palisades Boulevard. The project will also include the purchase of twenty traffic signal
pedestrian countdown timers to be installed by the Streets Division.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $57,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Town applied for and was awarded a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant
through the Maricopa Association of Governments for the installation of guardrail impact attenuators
and traffic signal pedestrian countdown timers. This project will provide additional safety measures
for motorists and pedestrians while being funded 82% through grant funds.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Leverage Local Funds
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 10,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 10,000
Grant 47,000 47,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 57,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 57,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design -
Construction 57,000 57,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 57,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 57,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Shea Boulevard Eastbound Bike Lane and Overlay
PROJECT NUMBER: S6056
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This project will provide a rubberized asphalt overlay on Shea Boulevard from Palisades to Fountain
Hills Boulevard and provide pavement for an eastbound bike lane.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $651,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Staff is working with ADOT to reallocate savings from favorable construction bids received for the
Shea Gap Project (S6025) to complete the eastbound bike lane and pavement overlay from Palisades
to Fountain Hills Boulevard The rubberized asphalt overlay will provide for long -term maintenance
restoration of the pavement surface. This project will be administered by ADOT.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Leverage Local Funds
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 211,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 211,000
Grant 440,000 440,000
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 651,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 651,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 110,000 110,000
Construction 541,000 541,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 651,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 651,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
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PROJECT TITLE: Traffic Signal - Palisades and Saguaro Upgrades
PROJECT NUMBER: T5011
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Remove and replace existing traffic signal poles, foundations, mast arms, signal heads and conduits
to meet current standards.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY13-14
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY13-14
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $400,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The traffic signal at Palisades and Saguaro was built to Maricopa County standards prior to incorpora-
tion of the Town of Fountain Hills. Conditions of the traffic signal will be assessed annually until re-
placement is warranted.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Maintains Existing Service Level
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ 400,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ 400,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 40,000 40,000
Construction 360,000 360,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ 400,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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PROJECT TITLE: Oxford Wash at Fountain Hills Boulevard
PROJECT NUMBER: D6028
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Install a new double barrel concrete box culvert (8' x 4') under Fountain Hills Blvd. at the Oxford
Wash which is an existing dip crossing. This project is funded 50% by developer contributions.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY21-22
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY21-22
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $696,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
References: EAPFL ID #22; ADMP #8; Entellus Report dated 6-30-09.
This is an existing dip crossing of an arterial street, with an estimated passable flow of Q=55 cfs; a
Q100 flow depth of 2.7'; and a Q100 impassible duration of 2.7 hours, per the ADMP.
A "Preliminary Drainage Structure Evaluation" by Entellus Engineers dated 6-30-09 provided various
culvert sizes; types; flow events; upstream split flows; and single vs separate culverts at FHB and
Kings Way . Option 3A (Q100=640 cfs, without split flow, separate culverts, double 8'x4' CBC's) was
selected. The FHB portion of the cost is $696,000. ($899k cost +12% design) x 170'/(170' +76') =
$696 k.)
This project is identified in the 2008 Development Agreement between the Town of Fountain Hills and
the Fountain Hills Investment Company, LLC (formerly the State Trust Land). The Developer is re-
sponsible for 50% of the cost to design and construct an all weather crossing at this location. The
Town needs to notify the Developer of the improvements required within five years of the last single
family residential final plat or the last non-residential site plan (the last of which to occur). The De-
veloper's responsibility terminates if the notification requirements are not met. Project timing could
adjust with the Ellman project.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Prevents Irreparable Damage to Existing Facilities
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 696,000 $ - $ 696,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 696,000 $ - $ 696,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 76,000 76,000
Construction 620,000 620,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 696,000 $ - $ 696,000
FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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PROJECT TITLE: Fire Station 2 Relocation
PROJECT NUMBER: F4005
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Construction of a new 6,000 sq. ft. fire station on/near Shea Boulevard between Fountain Hills Boule-
vard and Palisades Boulevard. This station will replace the existing fire station on Saguaro Boulevard,
south of Shea Boulevard. The project includes engineering, design, and construction.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY05-15
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY04-05
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2,110,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Fire Department has completed a study of seven sites, two current stations, and five potential
locations to improve response times for all areas within the Town (in particular Eagle Mountain,
Crestview, Copperwynd, Adero Canyon, Fire Rock, and the Westridge developments).
The criteria used: response times, emergency unit coverage, Town owned property, (cost), and site
requiring little or no Planning & Zoning or Council action.
Five minute response 90% (entire town area of the time vs. the standard 4 minutes that all fire de-
partments strive to reach). The current Rural Metro contract calls for 5 and 8 minute response areas.
The logic for this decision was based on the Town Fire Sprinkler Ordinance of 1996.
The new fire station location on Shea Boulevard will afford superior overlapping coverage for both
fire stations, which will equitably distribute and balance call volume, thus allowing better call support
for multiple calls. This station will also enhance the Insurance Service Organization (ISO) station lo-
cation rating.
Upon completion of this project, the current station 2 may be retained by the Town for future needs
or sold and funds returned to the CIP fund. This Study has been under review and development since
2003.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Results in Increased Efficiency
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $2,110,000 $ - $ - $ - $2,110,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ - $2,110,000 $ - $ - $ - $2,110,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 140,000 140,000
Construction 1,970,000 1,970,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ - $2,110,000 $ - $ - $ - $2,110,000
FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15-16 FY16-17 FY17-18 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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PROJECT TITLE: Fire Station 3 Construction
PROJECT NUMBER: F4013
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Design and construction of a new fire station in the northwest portion of Town.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY22-23
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY21-22
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2,767,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
Fire Station No. 3 will allow the Fire Department to meet services levels and response times due to
growth in the community.
FUNDING PRIORITY: High - Protects Health & Safety of the Town
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ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees 271,000 2,496,000 2,767,000
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 271,000 $2,496,000 $2,767,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 271,000 271,000
Construction 1,896,000 1,896,000
Other Expenses 600,000 600,000
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 271,000 $2,496,000 $2,767,000
FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
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PROJECT TITLE: New Community Park - Ellman Property
PROJECT NUMBER: P3014
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Design and development of 19 acres of community park in the Ellman Company property in northern
Fountain Hills. There will be an additional 27 acre neighborhood park in the development across the
street from the Community Park. The two parks will have community and neighborhood park ameni-
ties appropriate for each site.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY19-20
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY18-19
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $27,600,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The Town of Fountain Hills is deficient in the number of acres for both community and neighborhood
parks according to national guidelines from the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA).
This park will help to bring the Town within acceptable minimal guidelines for community parks and
closer to the minimal guidelines on neighborhood park acreages based on the Town's population.
Development of the parks is also included in the General Plan as recommended at the time of an-
nexation of the State Trust Land. The cost to develop the two parks is computed as follows: Acquisi-
tion - $200,000 per acre and Development - $400,000 per acre for a combined total of $600,000 per
acre. Based on a total of 46 acres X $600,000 would equal $27,600,000 for both acquisition and de-
velopment. Design and construction of this project is the responsibility of the developer.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium - Maintains Existing Service Level
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3014
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer 9,200,000 18,400,000 27,600,000
Development Fees -
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $9,200,000 $18,400,000 $ - $ - $ - $27,600,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $9,200,000 $18,400,000 $ - $ - $ - $27,600,000
Planning -
Design -
Construction -
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $9,200,000 $18,400,000 $ - $ - $ - $27,600,000
FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
$ - $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 800,000
150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 600,000
50,000 50,000
$ - $ 400,000 $ 350,000 $ 350,000 $ 350,000 $ 1,450,000
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: New Pocket Park-West
PROJECT NUMBER: P3023
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
Design and construction of a pocket park to include armadas and play structures along the western
portion of the Town.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY22-23
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY22-23
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $713,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
The new pocket park will provide amenities to accommodate growth within the community. The park
will satisfy objective 3.1 of the 2010 General Plan Open Space Element by providing a park along the
western boundary of the Town.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Medium – Maintains Existing Service Level
Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3023
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3023
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees 713,000 713,000
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 713,000 $ 713,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 89,000 89,000
Construction 624,000 624,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 713,000 $ 713,000
FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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PROJECT TITLE: Adero Canyon Trailhead
PROJECT NUMBER: P3025
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/SCOPE:
This access and trailhead will be the main entrance into the Town's McDowell Mountain Preserve and
would provide the public with a large parking area, trail access and information, restrooms, a shade
ramada and drinking water. Parking for up to two buses will be provided on the site for the potential
use of the local school district to conduct on-site environmental classes. The site would be designed
to meet ADA requirements.
TOWN GOALS
TIMEFRAME: FY19-20
YEAR PROJECT BEGAN: FY19-20
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1,930,000
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
This entrance would be the sole means by which people would be able to access the McDowell Moun-
tain Preserve from the south without walking through existing private property. The site has been
planned for a number of years with a master plan for development.
The timing of this project has been moved to FY19-20 to better reflect the realities of development
for the Adero Canyon and the construction of the planned access road by a future developer, which
would serve as the means by which access to the trailhead site would be gained for the construction
of the trailhead.
Currently, there is not a target date for when the Adero Canyon development might commence. The
trailhead site, once completed, will be ADA compliant and provide access to the complete Preserve
and its trail system which has already been constructed.
FUNDING PRIORITY: Low-Provides an Expanded Level of Service
Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3025
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Capital Projects Information Sheets
P3025
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Capital Projects $ - $ - $ 230,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 230,000
Grant -
Excise Tax/Downtown -
General -
Developer -
Development Fees 1,700,000 1,700,000
Bonds -
Other Sources -
Unfunded -
TOTAL $ - $ - $1,930,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,930,000
ACTIVITY Prior Years FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Planning -
Design 300,000 300,000
Construction 1,630,000 1,630,000
Other Expenses -
TOTAL $ - $ - $1,930,000 $ - $ - $ - $1,930,000
FY18-19 FY19-20 FY20-21 FY21-22 FY22-23 TOTAL
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
-
-
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Other Impact
TOTAL
FUNDING SOURCES
PROJECT EXPENSES
OPERATING IMPACT
ACTIVITY
Salaries & Benefits
Services & Supplies
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Issu e 5 - February 8, 2013 PRINT V ERSION
Legislativ e Ov erv iew
This past M o nday at 5 p.m. marked the deadline to intro duc e me asu r e s in th e
Se nate. All to ld 481 bills, two c o nc u rren t memo r ials, 19 c o nc u rren t reso lu tio n s an d
th re e r e so lution s h ave be e n in tro duc e d, a sign ific an t re duc tio n c o mpared to last
se ssio n . Last year saw a to tal o f 533 bills, 12 c o nc u r re n t me mo rials, 44 c o n c urre nt
re so lu tio ns, o ne memo r ial and eigh t re so lutio ns in tro duc e d.
O n We dn e sday Febru ary 6, Go ve rn o r Brewe r sign ed HB 2503 pr o viding th e
In de pen den t Re distric tin g Co mmissio n (IRC) with a $500,000 su pple me ntal
appro priatio n . The IRC o riginally submitted a re qu e st fo r $2.7 million . Th is will make
HB 2503 the sec o nd c hapte r e d bill o f the 51st Legislatu re .
This c o ming M o nday, Fe br u ar y 11, is the de adlin e fo r the intro du c tio n o f n e w
me asu r e s in the Ho use o f Repre se ntative. Afte r 5 p.m. o n th at day, th e ge n eral
"un ive rse" o f legislatio n will be kn o wn.
This deadline is pe rh aps mo st pressing for th e Leagu e bec au se th e Go ve rn o r's
le gislatio n o n c hange s to the tran sac tio n privile ge tax is like ly to be intr o du c ed prio r
to the M o nday 5 o'c lo c k de adline . The Le ague h as be e n fo llowin g the issue c lo se ly
an d will pro vide analysis an d in fo rmatio n as it be c o me s available.
Bonding Limita tions
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HB 2331 (bo ndin g; taxatio n ; e xpe nditures; distr ic t limitatio ns) passe d th e Ho use
Co mmitte e o n Refo rm an d Hu man Servic es o n Th u r sday o f th is we e k. Th e bill
re str ic ts th e ac tivitie s o f spec ial taxin g distr ic ts and su bje c ts th e m to th e
c o n stitu tio nal expe nditu re and levy limits imp o se d o n th e po litic al su bdivisio n in
wh ic h th ey are lo c ated . Un der this bill, a spe c ial taxin g distric t c an not be fo rme d if
an y part o f it is lo c ate d with in the jurisdic tio n o f an o the r po litic al subdivisio n o r
with in mu ltiple po litic al su bdivisio ns if the su m o f th e e xpen ditures of all th e po litic al
su bdivisio ns e xc ee ds c o nstitu tio n al debt limits.
Additio n ally, spe c ial taxing distric ts wo uld b e pro h ibite d fro m levying n e w o r
in c reased ad valo re m tax if th e sum of th e ad valo rem taxes levied by all po litic al
su bdivisio ns loc ate d within that spec ial taxin g distric t exc eeds c o nstitu tio nal de bt
limits. Citie s an d to wns o ppo se th e bill bec au se it will hurt o ur ability to fin anc e
c r itic al infrastru c ture an d will stymie ec o no mic develo pmen t.
R egula tory Reform
O n Tu esday, the Ho use Go ve rn me nt Co mmitte e h eard HB 2443 (c ities; c o u n tie s;
re gu lato ry review). The me asu re , spo nsored by Rep. O lso n (R- M esa), c o ntains
n ume ro u s c h anges to th e statu te s go vernin g th e issu anc e o f lic enses an d permits fo r
c itie s, to wns, c ou nties an d flo o d c o ntro l d istr ic ts. Th e lan guage r e presen ts
c o o peratio n be twe en b o th busine ss and go vernme n t to pro vide me anin gful c h anges
wh ile maintaining pro pe r pro tec tio ns fo r th e re gu late d c o mmu nity.
The Le ague suppo rts th e bill as a great c ollabo rative e ffo rt to bring gr e ate r c larity
to the r e gulatory sc heme c r e ate d by Laws 2010, Ch apte r 312 (SB 1598). This issue is
also a Leagu e Re so lutio n fo r 2013. The bill passe d o u t o f the Ho use Go ve rn me nt
Co mmitte e o n a 7-1 vo te . Th e c o mmittee add itio n ally adopte d an ame ndme nt
sp o nso red by Rep. Ugen ti, wh ic h c o n tain s nume r o us draftin g c o rrec tio ns.
T axes on Com m ercia l Lea ses
In e ac h o f the last two wee ks, the bulletin high ligh te d two se parate bills r e late d to
c o mme rc ial lease sales tax. Th e go al o f e ac h o f the se bills is to e xpan d u po n
le gislatio n passed in re c en t ye ars to exempt le ase transac tio ns be twe en en tities
th at sh are at le ast 80% c o mmo n o wne rship fro m c o mme rc ial lease tax. Spe c ific ally,
th e spo nso rs wan t to en su re that all en tities th at h ave c o mmon o wne rship, in ste ad
o f ju st th o se explic itly liste d in statute, are e xempt. Th e Leagu e has bee n wo rking
c lo sely with Senator Reagan an d Repre se ntative Farnswo rth o n ame n dme n ts to
address the ir issu e and e nsure that future c o n flic ts with state tax c o de an d
pr ac tic e are no t c reated . SB 1028 (mun ic ipal TP T e xe mptio n ; leases; LLC) passe d o ut
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o f th e Sen ate Co mmitte e o n Finan c e with a c o mpr e he nsive amen dme n t th at th e
Le ague fe els ac c o mplish e s the state d go als. Th e Leagu e th anks Se nato r Re agan fo r
h er c o o pe ratio n o n this me asu r e .
M unicipa l Policies
O n M o nday, the Sen ate Go vernme nt an d En viro n men t Co mmittee c on sidered SB 1210
(mun ic ipalities; munic ipal po lic ie s; shared reven u es). Th e bill, spo nso red by Rep.
Ju dy Bu rge s (R- Sun City West), requires th e O mbu dsman-Citizen 's Aide o r an
in de pen den t auditor to in ve stigate c o mplain ts o f a mu nic ipality vio lating its
perso nn e l o r purc hasin g p o lic ie s. Vio latio ns re su lt in at least 10% o f a mu nic ipality's
state sh are d reven ue b e ing with held u ntil the e n tity is de e med to be in c o mplianc e
with the ir po lic ie s. The Le agu e te stified in o pp o sitio n to bill. Th e me asu re ign o res
e xistin g administrative an d legal path ways fo r issu e r e so lution and in ste ad c reates
additio n al bureau c rac y fo r th e state an d lo c al go vernme nts. Additio nally, th e
with h o lding o f state shared reven ues bears n o lo gic al c o nn ec tion with th e issue at
h and, and wo uld pun ish all taxpayers fo r an un su bstan tiated vio latio n by an
in dividu al. Unfo rtu nately, th e bill passed ou t o f c o mmittee o n a 4-3 vo te.
Alarm R egulations
O n Wedn esday, the Sen ate Co mmerc e , Energy an d M ilitary Co mmittee failed SB 1190
(alar m c o ntrac to r re gulatio n ) by a vo te o f 2-5. Th e bill remo ve s th e r e gulato ry
au th o rity o f alarm busin e sse s an d agen ts fro m the Bo ard o f Tec hnic al Re gistratio n
an d allo ws an alarm c o mpan y to su bmit a sworn affidavit that the applic an t c o n duc ts
c r imin al bac kgro und c h ec ks fo r e ac h emplo ye e in o r der to obtain a c o ntr ac to r's
lic en se . It also state s th at th e applic an t is re qu ire d to file the affidavit o n ly o nc e
an d is no t requ ire d to file su bse qu ent affidavits. The Le ague oppo se d th e bill
bec au se it wo uld have le sse n ed pu blic safety an d fu r th e r infrin ged o n lo c al c o n tro l.
Other Bills of Note
(All bills be ing ac tively mo n ito re d by the League c an be fo un d h ere.)
Bil l Number - Short Title - Subject(s)
HB 2005: po litic al su bdivisio n en tities; public ac c e ss - tran spare nc y
HB 2113: munic ipal an ne xatio n ; size; exc eption - gen e r al go vernme nt
HB 2138: munic ipalities; righ t-o f-way; transfer - ge n eral go ve rn ment
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HB 2280: e mplo yee ben efits; state pre emption - pe rso n n el
SB 1231: pu blic buildings; c o n stru c tio n ; in demn ity - ge ne ral go vernmen t
SB 1321: re siden tial ene r gy effic ie nc y; bu ilding c o des - re gulation s
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