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MINUTES ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION NOVEMBER 16, 2022 ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE

REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

ROLL CALL

Present:	Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
	Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
	Tim Bohen, Councilmember
	Harry Greene, Councilmember
	Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
	Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
	Steve Solomon, Councilmember

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Winfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

SWEARING IN OF NEWLY RE-ELECTED MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS WITH TERMS EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 16, 2022 THROUGH NOVEMBER 4, 2026

Town Clerk Mike Standish swore in Mayor Joseph Winfield and Councilmembers Melanie Barrett, Joyce Jones-Ivey, and Josh Nicolson with terms effective November 16th, 2022 to November 4, 2026.

SEATING OF NEWLY RE-ELECTED MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS AND REMARKS BY THE NEWLY RE-ELECTED MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS

Vice Mayor Barrett, Councilmember Jones-Ivey, Councilmember Nicolson and Mayor Winfield expressed their appreciation to the residents, their families, Town staff and fellow Councilmembers for their support.

Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 6:14 p.m.

Mayor Winfield reconvened the meeting at 6:22 p.m.

UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS

Town Clerk Mike Standish announced the upcoming Town meetings.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS ON CURRENT EVENTS

Councilmember Jones-Ivey recognized Laine Brchan, a seventh grader at Casas Christian Church, and Finn Gardea-Gregg, a fourth grader at Casas Christian Church, for their academic excellence and community support.

Councilmember Bohen reported that he had attended ribbon cuttings for Iron Crane Yoga on November 4, and for Healing Touch and Energy Flow on November 11, 2022. Councilmember Bohen expressed his admiration for business owners.

Councilmember Greene reported that the Oro Valley Junior Golfers had recently won their match against La Paloma. Coucilmember Greene also reported that the Oro Valley Theater Company had sold out all of their recent performances, and as a result, encouraged citizens to purchase tickets early for the next Oro Valley Theater Company performance.

Mayor Winfield reported that he had attended the graduation of the Oro Valley Police Department Basic Recruit Class 22-2, and recognized the two graduates for their accomplishments. Mayor Winfield reported that he had also attended the Oro Valley Rotary Club Fashion Show fundraiser event held on November 15, 2022.

TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT ON CURRENT EVENTS

Interim Town Manager Chris Cornelison congratulated Mayor Winfield, Vice Mayor Barrett, Councilmember Jones-Ivey and Councilmember Nicolson on their recent re-election.

ORDER OF BUSINESS

Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated that the order would stand as posted.

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

There were no informational items.

CALL TO AUDIENCE

Oro Valley resident David Deivert voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Vicky Tarris spoke on behalf of Oro Valley resident Sheila Leply. Ms. Tarris voiced the concerns of Ms. Leply regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Ann Young voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Frank Pella voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Darlene M. Bakken voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Tim Tarris, speaking on behalf of Rich Willie. Mr. Tarris voiced the concerns of Mr. Willie regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Anthony Farrara voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

Oro Valley resident Mike Zinkin voiced his concerns regarding a previous Council motion regarding golf irrigation.

Oro Valley resident Doug Dalby voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.

PRESENTATIONS

Recognition of Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dave Perry on his retirement

Mayor Winfield recognized former Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dave Perry on his recent retirement. Mayor Winfield presented Mr. Perry with a Plaque of Appreciation and Collage.

Mr. Perry accepted the Plaque of Appreciation and Collage and expressed his gratitude to everyone who had assisted him during his time of service.

Presentation and possible discussion regarding the Oro Valley Police Department's approval of the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP)

Oro Valley Police Chief Kara Riley provided a brief overview regarding the Oro Valley Police Department's approval of the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP).

Ms. Lola Spradley spoke on behalf of the Chief's Community Board, and provided comments on the award.

Mr. Ted Drisinger spoke on behalf of the Chief's Community Board, and provided comments on the award.

Councilmember Jones-Ivey congratulated the Oro Valley Police Department for their accomplishments.

Presentation and possible discussion of the Town's FY 22/23 Financial Update through September 2022

Deputy Finance Director Wendy Gomez presented the Town's FY 22/23 Financial Update through September 2022 and included the following:

Overview/Reminder
General Fund Revenues
General Fund Expenditures
General Fund
Highway Fund Revenues
Highway Fund Expenditures
Highway Fund
Community Center Fund Revenues
Community Center Expenditures
Community Center Fund

Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the Town's FY 22/23 Financial Update through September 2022.

CONSENT AGENDA

Minutes - November 2, 2022

Resolution No. (R)22-50, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of December 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023

Final Plat approval of a 7-Lot Single Family Residential Subdivision located South and West of Tortolita Mountain Circle (Case No. 2100964)

Resolution No. (R)22-51, authorizing the chief of police to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Town of Oro Valley and the Arizona Department of Public Safety regarding commercial vehicle enforcement matters; and directing the town manager, chief of police, town clerk, town legal services director or their duly authorized officers and agents to take all steps necessary to carry out the purposes and intent of this resolution


				Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to approve Consent agenda items (A) through (D).

		Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

REGULAR AGENDA

	1.	PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 9 (LIQUOR STORE) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR CIRCLE K STORE #2741614, LOCATED AT 10410 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
		Town Clerk Mike Standish presented item #1. Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing. No comments were received. Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.


				Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to recommend approval of the issuance of a Series 9 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Agent Maria Danielle Burgess for Circle K Store #2741614, located at 10410 N. La Cañada Drive.

				Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

	2.			PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR COLD BEERS & CHEESEBURGERS, LOCATED AT 7315 N. ORACLE ROAD, STE 141
				Town Clerk Mike Standish presented item #2. Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing. No comments were received. Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.


				Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to recommend approval of the issuance of a Series 12 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Amy S. Nations for Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers, located at 7315 N. Oracle Road #141.

				Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

	3.			PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MALI THAI, LOCATED AT 12142 N. RANCHO VISTOSO BOULEVARD, STE B 120
				Town Clerk Mike Standish presented item #3. Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing. No comments were received. Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.


				Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to recommend approval of the issuance of a Series 12 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Jared Michael Repinski for Mali Thai, located at 12142 N. Rancho Vistoso Boulevard, STE B-120.

				Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

	4.			RESOLUTION NO. (R)22-52, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (RTA) OF PIMA COUNTY AND THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY TO UTILIZE RTA FUNDS FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO NARANJA DRIVE MULTI-USE PATH FROM LA CAÑADA DRIVE TO FIRST AVENUE
				Public Works Director and Town Engineer Paul Keesler presented item #4 and included the following: Overview Funding Detailed Information Naranja Drive Multi-Use Path Project Detailed Project Information Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #4.


				Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to approve Resolution Number (R)22-52, of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) of Pima County and the Town of Oro Valley to utilize RTA funds for design and construction of improvements to Naranja Drive Multi-Use Path from La Cañada Drive to First Avenue.

				Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

	5.			DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION REGARDING THE VISTOSO TRAILS NATURE PRESERVE MASTER PLAN
				Parks and Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan presented item #5 and included the following: Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve Master Planning Background Master Plan Goals and Objectives Community Engagement Ms. Diaz-Trahan introduced Liz Cole and George Radnovich of Sites Southwest, who continued the presentation and included the following: Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve Master Plan Our Team Our Team's Relevant Project Experience - Bachechi Open Space and Trail Master Plan Valle De Oro Master Plan High Desert Community Examples of The Acorn Group Vistoso Trails Master Plan Stakeholder Input Received to Date Next Steps Questions & Comments The following individual spoke regarding item #5. Oro Valley resident Craig Stuart Mayor Winfield requested that staff schedule a meeting with Mr. Stuart to address his concerns. Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff, Ms. Cole, and Mr. Radnovich regarding item #5. No action was taken on this item. Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 8:32 p.m. Mayor Winfield reconvened the meeting at 8:46 p.m.

	6.			DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION REGARDING THE TOWN COUNCIL PARKS BOND PROJECTS
				Public Works Director and Town Engineer Paul Keesler presented item #6 and included the following: October 5 Council Presentation: Bond Projects Financial Overview Current Naranja Park Site Plan Value Engineering/Mitigation Plan to Close Shortfall Summary of Savings The following individuals spoke regarding item #6. Oro Valley resident Travis Yewell Oro Valley resident Duncan Caldwell BrevIn Harris Bruce Roberts Oro Valley resident Adrian Tello Walen Clark Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #6.


				Motion by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to direct staff to continue the $25M Parks Bond project(s) as proposed, using available park impact fees for the Naranja Park expansion with an additional $3,200.000 to be drawn from current available reserves to address the additional project costs. Any of the unused $900,000 contingency would reduce the amount needed from available reserves. Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding item #6.


				Motion by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to direct staff to continue the $25M Parks Bond project(s) as proposed, using available park impact fees for the Naranja Park expansion with an additional $3,200.000 to be drawn from current available reserves to address the additional project costs. Any of the unused $900,000 contingency would reduce the amount needed from available reserves.

Vote: 6 - 1 Carried

OPPOSED:

Councilmember Steve Solomon

UPDATE, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION REGARDING THE ADA ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER

Public Works Director and Town Engineer Paul Keesler presented item #7 and included the following:

Community Center ADA Access Update
Council Immediate Action Items
Alternatives to provide ADA Accessibility to all three floor levels
Technology Solutions
External Access Routing
Internal Access Routing
Summary Table - Relative Costs Comparison
Community Center ADA Access Update - Public Outreach

Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #7.

Council directed staff to return to Council at a future date unspecified, to provide updated cost estimates for the Lula and conventional elevator options and circulation options #2 and #5.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Councilmember Bohen requested a future agenda item for the January 4, 2022 Council meeting, to review the bond projects, seconded by Mayor Winfield.

ADJOURNMENT


				Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to adjourn the meeting at 11:11 p.m.

Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

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Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk

I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the Town of Oro Valley Council or Oro Valley, Arizona, held on the 16th day of November 2022. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.

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Michael Standish, CMC
Town Clerk