HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020.0915.TCRM.MinutesTOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE FOUNTAIN HILLS TOWN COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mayor Dickey
Mayor Dickey called the meeting of September 15, 2020, to order at 5:30 p.m. and led the
Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. INVOCATION - Rev. Jeff Teeples, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Reverend Jeff Teeples of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church gave the invocation.
3. ROLL CALL — Mayor Dickey
Present: Mayor Ginny Dickey; Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow; Councilmember Gerry Friedel;
Councilmember Art Tolis; Councilmember Dennis Brown; Councilmember David
Spelich
Absent: Councilmember Alan Magazine
Staff Town Manager Grady E. Miller; Town Attorney Aaron D. Arnson; Town Clerk
Present: Elizabeth A. Burke
4. REPORTS BY MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS AND TOWN MANAGER
Vice Mayor Scharnow reported that he attended a Valley Metro Board Meeting and while bus
ridership is down 40%, the BART system in San Francisco is down 90-95% and the MTA
system in New York is down 80-90%. He said that construction still continues with some of the
extensions and they have another meeting this Thursday.
He also reminded everyone that October 24, 2020, is Make a Difference Day and while it will
be different than last year, they will still meet at various projects. He urged all citizens and
groups to participate.
Councilmember Spelich asked that everyone keep law enforcement in their thoughts and
prayers as there had been a US Marshal shot in Phoenix and an attempt on two officers.
He also had heard that the Chamber is pressing forward with the Art Fair, and that is a good
sign that the Town will start opening up; it has been closed for too long.
Councilmember Tolis said that the 9/11 Memorial held at Fountain Park was well done and
well attended. He said that it was something they should do on an annual basis.
Mayor Dickey reported that as part of the 50th Anniversary, the committee had reached out to
SRP about refinishing and repainting the utility boxes. They have already fixed them and she
thanked Linda Brady and SRP for accommodating the Town so quickly. She said that the
banners have been installed on the Avenue and the Fountain Photo Contest began yesterday.
The Stroll in the Glow and Celebratory Dinner are still to be determined.
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She reported that 50th merchandise is available at BOGO Productions and Chocofin has
created a 50th chocolate bar. She said that there will be a presentation at the October 20,
2020, Council meeting from Sandy Ursini, the project administrator. She thanked Sandy and
the co-chairs, Alan and Brent Cruikshank, as well as Rachael Goodwin and the committee.
She said that people can read all about it at www.fh.az.gov/celebrate.
Mayor Dickey said that each year the Town announces that September is Prostate Cancer
Awareness Month and she encouraged regular health check-ups to its citizens.
She reported that the Maricopa Council of Governments (MAG) did a report on the Prop 400
extension, which is now called Momentum. They have more than a dozen projects submitted.
She said that Arizona is falling behind on the Census, and urged all to fill out the form online as
soon as possible at www.2020census.gov as the deadline has been moved up.
She reported that the Mayor's Youth Committee held a virtual welcome and the second
meeting was live to get to know their Council. She thanked Kade and Linda and the motivated
students. She thanked Councilmember Magazine for also attending.
She hoped that some on Council were able to attend the League Conference. It is usually a
great gathering, and she looks forward to next year. They did pass the resolutions, but did not
adopt one of the by-laws amendments that shortened terms of office for the Executive
Committee.
Mayor Dickey encouraged everyone to fill out the Active Transportation Plan and Visioning
surveys online.
She reported that the GPEC Mayors/Supervisors meeting was very informative regarding
COVID and the region's future. She said that there is much to work on together, but they are
seeing good signs in some sectors. She said that the Canada -Arizona Business Council met
as well and there is unity in moving forward. They mentioned Fountain Hills as being full of
possibilities.
A. INTRODUCTION of new Town staff members by Town Manager.
Town Manager Grady Miller then introduced three new staff members to the Town:
Amanda Straight, Economic Development/Tourism Specialist
Steve Bartlett, Facilities Supervisor
Bo Larsen, Community Relations Manager
B. PROCLAMATION Declaring September 17 - 23, 2020, as U.S. Constitution Week.
Mayor Dickey proclaimed September 17-23, 2020, as U.S. Constitution Week and read the
proclamation.
At this time, Mayor Dickey said that Councilmember Leckrone had to step down from the
Council as she had moved out of town, and she wanted to express how much she
appreciated Sherry Leckrone for serving on the Town Council.
Councilmember Spelich thanked Ms. Leckrone for all she brought to the Council, and thanked
her for the lighthearted moments. He said that they have not always agreed on everything, but
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she was an excellent councilmember and he wanted to congratulate her as she heads a new
unit for the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, prosecuting people for batteries to law
enforcement and first responders. He said that it is the first time in the country that there has
been a dedicated unit for this. He wished her all the best.
Vice Mayor Scharnow said that it has been a delight to get to know her. He thanked her for
her dedication and service, and he appreciated her comments and insights.
Councilmember Tolis said that Ms. Leckrone did a great job, and he was happy when she
accepted the opportunity to serve. He said that it was a pleasure to work with her. He said that
members of the public do not always see what happens behind closed doors, and she always
brought a new perspective.
Mayor Dickey said that she would miss her logical legal mind and her presence. She looked
forward to seeing what comes next for her.
Councilmember Brown said that he got to serve three years on the Planning and Zoning
Commission with Ms. Leckrone. Out of all of the Council people and commissioners, she
always walked through the door three minutes early and better prepared, and calmly explained
to the crowd. He said that she brought solid statements and explanations and she has served
Fountain Hills for many years.
At this time Councilmember Brown pinned a Fountain Pin on Ms. Leckrone, noting that it was
a gold pin with a diamond, given to councilmembers when they leave their service.
Ms. Leckrone said that when she joined the Council she was filling large shoes, those of Cecil
Yates. She said that it has been a privilege and honor to serve on the Council for two years,
and with each and every one of those on Council. She said that she will always cherish the
relationships formed with all of them as well as the staff.
She commended the staff for sustaining the changes throughout the years, noting that it takes
each and every one of them, including the Town Attorney, the Town Manager, and directors.
To the Town guardians, Chief Ott and Captain Kratzer, she thanked them for working so hard
to keep the residents safe on a daily basis.
She said that the beauty of the process is when they share different opinions and respect
each other, more often than not they reach the right decision.
She thanked Councilmember Spelich for his sense of humor; she appreciated it.
She said that as soon as she was appointed, Councilmember Magazine reached out and
wanted to meet. She knew they would not be on the same side, but he was a gentleman
throughout.
She thanked Mayor Dickey for allowing her to respectfully share her different views and
opinions. Many people in her position may not be that way.
Ms. Leckrone thanked Councilmember Tolis for sharing his ideas and his vision. He would
often share both sides of an issue.
She thanked Vice Mayor Scharnow for his support and partnership on the educational summit
to be held in the future.
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She said that she served together with Councilmember Brown and he had reached out and
asked her to consider applying for the vacancy. She said that he has been a good friend. He
provides wise input and shares his experience and wisdom.
She concluded stating that it had been a privilege and an honor and she wished the Town
good luck.
At this time, Mayor Dickey moved to Item 8-A on the agenda.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES/PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION on Update by Republic Services on residential and commercial service
during the COVID-19 pandemic and the schedule to resume bulk item curbside pick up
beginning October.
Stephen Herring with Republic Services stated that they are resuming bulk item curbside
pick-up in October and they will be updating the schedule available on social media. He said
that he wanted to clarify that they have not been taking recyclables to the landfill; they have
been taken to the Phoenix North Gateway Recycling Facility.
On November 7, 2020, they will be holding their Household Hazardous Waste event.
At this time, he gave a brief update through a PowerPoint which addressed:
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
UNPRECEDENT GLOBAL DISRUPTIONS
CHALLENGES & RESPONSES
SHIFTING VOLUMES FROM PANDEMIC
IMPACTS FROM SURGE IN RESIDENTIAL VOLUME
THE NEW NORMAL - INDUSTRY COST IMPACTS
RESIDENTIAL VOLUME TRENDS AS THE COUNTRY REOPENS
Councilmember Spelich said that many residents are struggling and he asked how Republic
was dealing with services not being paid. Mr. Herring said that he did not have the breakdown,
but anyone with problems can contact their customer services department and they will work
with them to find a payment plan that works.
Vice Mayor Scharnow said that nationwide costs are increasing and he was sure those costs
would have to be passed on to the Town. Mr. Miller said that they do have a multiyear
agreement that went into effect last year. It has a 3.5% increase annually for the duration of
the contract.
Mr. Miller added that he and the Mayor became aware that through their relationship with
Tempe Action Center, they do have CARES Act Funded assistance to help with utilities and
Fountain Hills is within that service area.
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B. PRESENTATION on monthly update by Maricopa County Sheriffs Office by Captain Kratzer.
Captain Kratzer reported that he had the opportunity, along with several officers, to attend
the 9/11 Memorial. It was a good turnout and nice ceremony. It included a Moment of
Silence at the time the first plane hit.
He reported that as the weather is getting nicer people start coming out more and one of the
issues is with short-term rentals. Sometimes they get those homes being used for parties or
large events that include a lot of noise. A few years ago they had an issue with a particular
home and were successful in resolving it. Over the weekend they had additional calls on
another house and over the past month have received calls on others as well. He said that
he and the Town Manager met with a few neighbors and were asked why the Town does not
prohibit them. He said that the Town cannot prohibit them, but there are things they can do
through enforcement of nuisance laws that are already on the books.
He said that a problem arises in that they have to have a person willing to be a victim and
testify in court. He emphasized that residents need to call the MCSO and report problem
houses.
Also, they have been receiving a lot of calls about stolen or damaged political signs. It is a
Class 2 misdemeanor, but if they are placed in the wrong places they can be removed and
relocated by authorities.
Mayor Dickey said that they dealt with the short-term rentals a few years ago and some
legislation was passed, but more is needed. She anticipates there will be more coming
down the pike.
C. PRESENTATION on Fountain Hills Small Business Assistance Grant Program Update.
James Smith, Economic Development Director, gave a PowerPoint presentation which
addressed:
PROGRAM BACKGROUND & TIMELINE
GRANT PROGRAM - TYPE OF BUSINESSES
GRANT PROGRAM - JOBS
GRANT PROGRAM - FEDERAL ASSISTANCE
He said that originally they were not going to allow those receiving federal assistance to
apply, but they found that some of those businesses received very little in federal aid. He
said that the deadline will either be the end of this year, or when funds run out, which will
probably be around September 30.
Mayor Dickey asked about the bill that has stalled to continue helping with COVID-19
related items. Mr. Smith said that he would look into it. Mayor Dickey said that if they should
get something more, perhaps they could look at extending the assistance, or use it for
utilities.
Mayor Dickey thanked Mr. Smith for putting the program together and administering it.
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6. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Pursuant to A.R. S. §38-431.01(H), 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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7. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine, noncontroversial matters and will be
enacted by one motion 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, he/she may request so prior to the motion to accept the
Consent Agenda or with notification to the Town Manager or Mayor prior to the date of the meeting for which the
item was scheduled. The items will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence
on the agenda.
MOVED BY Councilmember David Spelich, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow to
approve Consent Agenda Items 7-A through 7-C.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
A. CONSIDERATION OF approving the meeting minutes of the Special Meeting of August 24,
2020.
B. CONSIDERATION OF approving budget transfers for the General Fund, Debt Service
General Obligation Fund, and Capital Project Fund.
C. CONSIDERATION OF adopting Resolution 2020-37 approving an Intergovernmental
Agreement with the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation relating to Proposition 202 funding.
REGULAR AGENDA
A. CONSIDERATION OF an appointment to fill a vacancy on the Fountain Hills Town Council.
Town Attorney Aaron Arnson reviewed the process required when a councilmember moves
out of town and a vacancy is filled.
MOVED BY Councilmember David Spelich, SECONDED BY Councilmember Art Tolis to
appoint Gerry Friedel to the vacant Council seat.
Councilmember Brown said that it was a great selection. He said that he received more
votes than the other two candidates and it made sense.
Mayor Dickey said that they had different options for filling the seat, but this was very logical
and she was pleased.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
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At this time, Judge Robert Melton administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember Friedel
and a short break was taken. Upon reconvening of the meeting, Councilmember Friedel
took his seat at the dais.
B. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF Ordinance 20-14 amending the Zoning
Ordinance adding a new Chapter 26, Planned Shopping Plaza Overlay.
Mayor Dickey opened the Public Hearing.
Development Services Director John Wesley gave a PowerPoint presentation which
addressed:
BACKGROUND
PROPOSED NEW CHAPTER 26
Mr. Wesley said that as additional development was proposed for the Plat 208 area
following incorporation, the Town did not want to continue with the issuance of variances to
allow the historic development pattern in Plat 208. To address this situation and allow the
continuance of this form of development in this portion of Plat 208, the Town created and
approved a zoning overlay district, called the Planned Shopping Plaza Overlay District, in
1992 and then applied that zoning district to this area through the processing of a rezoning.
Among other things, this zoning designation allowed properties 10,800 square -feet or less to
have 100% lot coverage and not provide their own parking, and lots larger than that to have
60% lot coverage and provide their own parking. There were also some limitations on the
uses allowed through the Special Use Permit process.
In 1993 the Town completed the process of drafting and adopting a zoning ordinance
specific for the Town. That new zoning ordinance was adopted in November 1993. The
1993 ordinance did not include the Planned Shopping Plaza Overlay zoning designation and
it is still not in our zoning ordinance today.
In 1998 the Town reviewed and approved an ordinance (Ordinance 98-02) which amended
the 1992 Planned Shopping Plaza Overlay district. This amendment did some things to
bring the overlay district in line with the Town's 1993 zoning ordinance (referenced current
section numbers) and provided for use of the common parking area for lots that were
combined after January 1, 1992. The effect of this ordinance is unclear since it still was not
placed into the zoning ordinance.
Over the last 27 years the Town has continued to rely on the provisions of the overlay
ordinance for development in this area. It has now, however, come to their attention that we
are relying on an ordinance that is no longer in effect. This proposed text amendment will
re-establish the overlay district by adding it to the zoning ordinance as Chapter 26. A
second step will be needed to process a rezoning case to apply the zoning to specific
property before it can become effective.
Councilmember Tolis said that they are watching a slow growth of their community. They
need to create a regional draw, and he wants the Council to have an opportunity to hear all
applications. He agreed with what Planning and Zoning Commission recommended as an
amendment.
He said that in 2002, he invested in Fountain Hills. He bought a building and was going to
invest in it and have a mortgage company. It was presented to the Planning and Zoning
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Commission and it was turned down. It is now an assisted -living facility; it would have
worked for an office. He does not want to turn anyone away; he wants to see what they
have to say. He would also like to address the entertainment district.
Councilmember Brown agreed with Councilmember Tolis. He does not want to keep Council
from at least hearing about projects.
Mayor Dickey noted that the General Plan update will be on the ballot in November; it is a
vision of their downtown area. The fact is that there are not other cities/towns that would
permit this in their urban core. She said that the Plat 208 owners are opposed to this. If they
allow this to occur, they have some control, but they cannot say no for any reason.
Mr. Wesley agreed that those he has talked with have some concerns.
Vice Mayor Scharnow said that in reading from the staff report, he tends to think it is not
something they want in the downtown area.
Councilmember Tolis said that he could go both ways in making the argument. They had a
large town with a plan of 70,000 people. They need to be realistic. The Avenue of the
Fountains should be in the entertainment district. There is office space in the downtown
area; they want activity down there, and people need office storage. He is in favor of this
change.
Councilmember Spelich said that he is baffled that they are constantly talking about the
vitalization of the area and by no stretch does he want to tell someone to not invest in
Fountain Hills. They can drive less than three miles to any one of the storage facilities in
town. He is not against business, but they have a very limited amount of land in that area
and they need to be cautious. It has long-term ramifications on the Town. He thinks that a
storage facility in that area is wrong all the way around.
Councilmember Tolis said that he also believes that Parkview has a lot of retail and vacancy.
This corner makes sense. The exterior is going to look like a high -end apartment complex; it
does not look like a storage facility. If someone said they wanted to put in a U-Haul, that
would not be consistent.
He said that he would like staff to go back and look at the Avenue of the Fountains and
create a listing of restrictions on what can or cannot be done in that area. There are waiting
lists to get into storage facilities. Mr. Wesley said that he does know they have issued a
building permit for another storage facility in Town.
Vice Mayor Scharnow said that this particular agenda item is general in nature; it does not
address a specific project.
Councilmember Friedel said that he has listened to everyone's point of view. He asked how
far off of the entertainment district the land was located. Staff replied that it was one block.
He said that no other towns allow this. If they are looking to drive an entertainment district,
this may not be the right project for that piece of land.
Donald Andrews, architect on a project, said that he was a long-time resident of Fountain
Hills, from 1984 to 1996. He was on the Board of Adjustment and worked with Gary
Jeppson. He said that Plat 208 is a failure. It was created by McCullogh with government
assistance. The ideology back then was to create a community square. That is not what
they have become.
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He said that the downtown area in today's modern world would bring in the entertainment
district. Because it is so dense, compact, it needs specific support and storage is part of
that support. He has developed storage facilities and agrees that a mini -storage should not
be located there, but they are talking about storage facilities for businesses, that are
climate -controlled.
Mayor Dickey closed the public hearing.
MOVED BY Councilmember David Spelich, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow to
adopt Ordinance 20-14, minus Section B allowing for a Special Use Permit for ministorage.
MOVED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow, SECONDED BY Councilmember David Spelich to
amend the motion to also include the parking exception for the larger lots.
Vote: 4 - 2 Passed
NAY: Councilmember Art Tolis
Councilmember Dennis Brown
Councilmember Tolis noted that he found it interesting that over the past few years they
have been criticized for going against the Planning and Zoning Commission, but that is what
they just did.
C. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF Ordinance 20-10 amending Chapter 12,
Commercial Zoning Districts, by adding a new provision to Section 12.05, to allow indoor
mini -storage in the C-2 zoning district under the condition of a Special Use Permit.
Senior Planner Farhad Tavassoli said that this was a staff -initiated zoning ordinance text
amendment, per the Planning and Zoning Commission request.
Mr. Tavassoli said the challenge with this is that once a property is zoned C-3, they are
opening it up to a list of other uses.
Vice Mayor Scharnow asked if staff did not recommend this in the shopping overlay at first,
but now they are. Mr. Tavassoli replied yes. To expand the inventory of potential sites, staff
believes that it may be accommodated in some of the district, while the Council and
Commission would be allowed to make sure they fit in.
Vice Mayor Scharnow asked if these could fit in to certain C-2 zones, with a Special Use
Permit. Mr. Tavassoli replied that they could.
Councilmember Brown said that he was not sure why they were going through this exercise
since the Council just denied a change. Mr. Wesley said that they do have another storage
facility in the works, both internal and external, in an industrial -zoned property.
Mayor Dickey said that the idea of not wanting it downtown has to do with the downtown
area. It is not to say there are not other places in Town. They could be available by right in a
C-2 zone, or by Special Use Permit in a C-2 zone. She does not see that as being a conflict.
Councilmember Tolis said that this presentation should have been discussed first.
Councilmember Brown said that it was his understanding that they could go into a C-2 with
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a Special Use Permit. Mr. Arnson said that there are uses subject to a Special Use Permit in
the C-2 zone and the Code lists those uses. This would add this use to that list.
Don Andrews addressed the Council, stating that they use a lot of terms in general. The
problem is that internalized storage did not exist 30 years ago. It is far different than
mini -storage. This should be for internal storage only.
Bob Mandel, Fountain Hills resident, said that from the outside it looks like they do a lousy
job of attracting more business that is needed. He said that it is a quiet business; no noise
and traffic. It will attract other businesses that will need this space.
Councilman Tolis asked if passing this and allowing other C-2 zones to have this new
opportunity to market their properties is going to open them up to litigation. Mr. Arnson said
that in this instance, with regard to the overlay, they are keeping it the same as it has been
treated.
Councilmember Brown asked what happens if someone brings a new business that is not in
their Code and wants to build it in a C-2 zone. He asked if they would just add it to the
approved list for Special Use Permits. Mr. Wesley said that if someone comes up with a
use, the first step is that the Zoning Administrator attempts to classify it. If someone does
not like his classification, then they can appeal it to the Council. Councilmember Brown said
that maybe that is what he was confusing.
Mr. Wesley said that Planning and Zoning took it out of 12.05 and added it here. Mayor
Dickey said that there are other uses that exist in C-2 with a Special Use Permit that are not
allowed in the Overlay Zone.
Mayor Dickey closed the Public Hearing.
MOVED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow, SECONDED BY Councilmember Gerry Friedel to
adopt Ordinance 20-10 to allow internalized, climate -control storage.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
D. CONSIDERATION OF Ordinance 20-20 proposing changes to Town Code Chapter 10,
Health and Sanitation, Sections 10-2-1, 10-2-2 D., and 10-2-15 relating to property and
landscape maintenance.
Mr. Wesley said that this ordinance deals with Section 1-2 of the Town Code dealing with
property maintenance. He then gave a brief PowerPoint presentation that addressed:
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SECTION 1-2-1 DEFINITIONS
OPTIONS
Councilmember Spelich asked if this was going to be enforced. Mr. Wesley said that the
Town's policy has been that it goes by complaint, and that keeps staff busy. Mr. Miller said
that it was a good point that the Town now has two code enforcement officers, allowing one
to work weekends. He said that at some point, it is a resource allocation effort, but he does
believe they should be much more proactive.
Vice Mayor Scharnow said that he totally agrees with Councilmember Spelich and Mr.
Miller, and they need to look at that, such as the old Taco Bell area.
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Councilmember Brown asked if the Town islands and rights -of -way will be held to the same
standards. Mr. Wesley said that if they see something that is on the Town's property, they
will identify it with Mr. Weldy's staff.
MOVED BY Councilmember Dennis Brown, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow to
adopt Ordinance 20-20.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
E. CONSIDERATION of approving the first amendment to Cooperative Purchase Agreement
C2020-065 with M. R. Tanner Development and Construction, Inc.
Public Works Director Justin Weldy reviewed this request, stating that they intended to
come back and work on these segments. They are asking, in part, to approve an
amendment that will allow them to work more on the downtown area. Westby was originally
included, but is removed because of the development taking place. It is not off the table;
they are hoping they may be able to come back next spring if it is ready.
PAVEMENT MAP FY20-21
Mr. Weldy then reviewed the proposed streets for improvements.
CRACK SEALING
Mr. Weldy said that this will be much less expensive to do future work. This is not included
in the ten-year horizon that they will be talking about later. This is the program they are still
working on, to save what they can with the limited resources and then in the outlying years
they will discuss other funding sources. Mr. Miller said that due to some carryover funding
this year they were able to enhance the expenditure to $3.3 million.
Mr. Wesley said that they do have about $3.3 million; however, they are only asking for $2.6
million in this amendment as the rest is already encumbered.
Mayor Dickey said that some people give the Council input on things not being fair; she
asked what the response is. Mr. Weldy said the Town's pavement management program
uses a combination of prioritization (road class, pavement type, & strength) and optimization
(cost of deferral) to publish the recommended rehabilitation program based upon the models
assigned funding.
Mr. Miller said that the Town received $2.9 million in CARES funding. His recommendation
was to stabilize the budget, provide the $300,000 for grants, and put what is left in
December in reserve to see how they get through next year. Anything saved would be put
into the street fund.
MOVED BY Vice Mayor Mike Scharnow, SECONDED BY Councilmember Gerry Friedel to
approve the first amendment to Cooperative Purchasing Agreement C2020-065 -1 With M.R.
Tanner in the amount of $2,650,000.00.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
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9. COUNCIL DISCUSSION/DIRECTION to the TOWN MANAGER
Item(s) listed below are related only to the propriety of (i) placing such item(s) on a future agenda for action, or (ii)
directing staff to conduct further research and report back to the Council.
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10. ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY Councilmember David Spelich, SECONDED BY Councilmember Dennis
Brown to adjourn.
Vote: 6 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
The Regular Meeting of the Fountain Hills Town Council held September 15, 2020,
adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS
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ATTEST AND PREPARED BY:
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CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting held by the Town Council of Fountain Hills in the Town Hall Council Chambers on the 15th day of
September, 2020. 1 further certify that the meeting was duly called and that a quorum was present.
DATED this 6th day of October, 2020.
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