Councilmember Snider recognized Alicia Cordova, 5th grader at Copper Creek Elementary School, for her outstanding achievements.
Vice Mayor Waters noted that he and Councilmember's Hornat, Snider and Zinkin attended the ribbon cutting for the new Sun City activity and fitness center.
Councilmember Snider reported that on Monday, January 13th, the Your Voice, Our Future team attended the Youth Advisory Council meeting and received their input regarding the General Plan Update.
Councilmember Zinkin encouraged residents to complete the Your Voice, Our Future community survey.
Councilmember Hornat attended the Sun City Government Affairs Board meeting at which he discussed water issues as they related to the Town.
Finance Director Stacey Lemos announced the release of the second annual edition of the Town's Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for FY ending June 30, 2013 and noted that the PAFR was available on the Town's website.
Planning Manager David Williams outlined the Town's upcoming public outreach events for the Your Voice, Our Future project. Mr. Williams announced that public outreach events would take place at the Village Bakehouse on Saturday, January 18th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and at Jerry Bob's on Saturday, February 1st from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and encouraged all residents to attend.
Parks and Recreation Director Kristi Diaz Trahan announced that the Naranja Park groundbreaking ceremony would be held on Monday, January 27th at 4:00 p.m.
Ms. Nowak announced the launch of the Town's first ever art contest for students kindergarten through 12th grade to mark the Town's 40th anniversary. Contest guidelines and entry form were available on the Town's website. Submissions would be accepted through March 14, 2014.
Councilmember Zinkin requested that items (H) and (I) be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.
A. |
Minutes - November 20 and December 4, 2013 |
B. |
Fiscal Year 2013/14 Financial Update through October 2013 |
C. |
Fiscal Year 2013/14 Financial Update through November 2013 |
D. |
Final Plat for the Rancho Vistoso Parcel 10-N North residential subdivision, located on the southwest corner of Rancho Vistoso Boulevard and Vistoso Highlands Drive |
E. |
Appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission |
F. |
Resolution No. (R)14-01, providing notice of intent to increase certain development impact fees for the Town of Oro Valley |
G. |
Resolution No. (R)14-02, approving the annual Legislative Agenda of the Town and protocols guiding the Town’s priorities for the upcoming legislative session and any lobbying activities |
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Snider and seconded by Councilmember Hornat to approve Consent Agenda items (A)-(G).
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Councilmember Zinkin requested clarification regarding debt service fees and interest rates.
Water Utility Director Philip Saletta stated that the rates analysis included the debt service fees.
Water Utility Administrator Shirley Seng outlined the benefits of a WIFA loan versus bonding.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Zinkin and seconded by Councilmember Hornat to approve Resolution No. (R)14-03, approving a loan in the amount not to exceed $5,000,000.00 from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona for Oro Valley Water Utility Phases 2,3 & 4 of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Meter Replacement Project; authorizing the execution and delivery of Loan Agreement No. 920246-14; authorizing the taking of all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this resolution and declaring an emergency.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Councilmember Zinkin asked if the Town charged for the easement agreement.
Development and Infrastructure Services Director Paul Keesler stated that the Town would not charge for the easement.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Zinkin and seconded by Councilmember Burns to approve Resolution No. (R)14-04, authorizing and approving an easement agreement between the Town of Oro Valley and the Oro Valley Country Club Inc. and directing the Town Attorney to revise paragraph No. 13 to make it a specific indemnification.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Councilmember Hornat nominated Vice Mayor Lou Waters to serve as Vice Mayor for 2014, seconded by Councilmember Snider.
Councilmember Garner nominated Councilmember Burns to serve as Vice Mayor for 2014, seconded by Councilmember Zinkin.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Councilmember Snider to approve the nomination of Vice Mayor Lou Waters as Vice Mayor for 2014.
MOTION carried, 4-3 with Councilmember Burns, Councilmember Garner, and Councilmember Zinkin opposed.
Mayor Hiremath opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Hiremath closed the public hearing.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Snider and seconded by Councilmember Zinkin to Recomend Approval of the issuance of a Series 7 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Kevin Kramber and principals of Quality Inn & Suites located at 7411 N. Oracle Road.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Mayor Hiremath opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Hiremath closed the public hearing.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Burns and seconded by Councilmember Garner to Recomend Approval of the issuance of a Series 9S Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for Robert Nelson and principals for Fry's Food & Drug #18 located at 10661 N. Oracle Road, license #'s 09100008 and #09100112 and Fry's Food & Drug #117 located at 10450 N. La Canada Drive, license #09100012.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Water Utility Commission Chair, Bob Milkey, gave an overview of the proposed water rate, fees and charges increase and stated that the Water Utility Commission unanimously recommended adoption of the rates as presented.
Water Utility Director Philip Saletta gave an overview of the following items:
-Mayor & Council Water Policies
-Cost of Service Study
-Importance of Change in Rate Structure
-Preferred Financial Scenario
-Water Rates Analysis Customer Impacts
-Water Rates Analysis Review of Schedule
-Water Rates Recommendation
Mayor Hiremath opened the public hearing:
The following individual spoke on item #4.
Oro Valley resident Bill Adler
The following individual spoke in support of item #4.
Oro Valley resident and President of the Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce, Dave Perry
Mayor Hiremath closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council regarding the proposed water rates, fees and charges increases.
MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Waters and seconded by Councilmember Zinkin to approve Resolution No. (R)14-06, authorizing and approving increases in water rates, fees and charges for the Town of Oro Valley Water Utility.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Finance Director Stacey Lemos gave an overview of item #5 and discussed the following topics:
-Overview of Impact Fee Law Changes
-Town and Water Utility Impact Fees Approval Process - Schedule
-Land Use Assumptions & Infrastructure Improvements Plan
-Capital Plans - Based on 15-Year Town CIP
-Comparison of Combined Fees Parks, Police and Transportation
Mr. Saletta gave an overview of the following topics:
-Water Utility Impact Fees Compliance with New Requirements
-Water Utility Impact Fees Land Use Assumptions
-Water Utility Impact Fees Infrastructure Improvements Plan
-Comparison of Combined Fees Potable and Alternative Water
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Vice Mayor Waters to approve Resolution No. (R)14-07, adopting the 2013-2023 land use assumptions and infrastructure improvement plans for the Town of Oro Valley dated October 4, 2013.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Planner Rosevelt Arellano gave an overview of item #6.
Applicant Paul Oland, representative for WLB, gave an overview of the proposed PAD amendment.
Mayor Hiremath opened the public hearing.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to item #6.
Oro Valley resident Art Wiese
Oro Valley resident Erica Wiese
Oro Valley resident Les Soldani
Oro Valley resident Bill Adler
Mayor Hiremath closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and the Applicant regarding the proposed PAD amendment.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Councilmember Zinkin to approve Ordinance No. (O)14-01, rezoning 4.9 acres on the northeast corner of Moore Road and La Canada Drive from PAD Commercial (C-1) to Medium Density Residential (MDR), subject to the conditions in Attachment 1, finding that the request is consistent with the General Plan and adding the condition that lots 14, 15 and 16 shall be single story.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Economic Development Manager Amanda Jacobs gave an overview of item #7.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to item #7:
Oro Valley resident John Musolf
Oro Valley resident Don Bristow
Oro Valley resident Bill Adler
The following individual spoke in favor of item #7:
Oro Valley resident and President of the Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce, Dave Perry
Discussion ensued amongst Council regarding the extension of the temporary use of A-frames, non-profit signs and outdoor displays.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Zinkin and seconded by Councilmember Garner to approve extending the temporary use of A-frame signs, non-profit signs and outdoor displays until February 2, 2015.
MOTION failed, 3-4 with Mayor Hiremath, Vice Mayor Waters, Councilmember Hornat, and Councilmember Snider opposed.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Snider and seconded by Vice Mayor Waters to approve the temporary use of A-frame signs, non-profit signs and outdoor displays until February 1, 2016.
MOTION carried, 5-2 with Councilmember Garner and Councilmember Zinkin opposed.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Councilmember Zinkin to approve Resolution No. (R)14-08, declaring the proposed amendments to the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised Section 27.3 and Chapter 31 relating to Public Art, provided as Exhibit "A" within the attached resolution and filed with the Town Clerk, a public record.
MOTION carried, 7-0.
Principal Planner Chad Daines gave an overview of item #8b.
Mr. Daines outlined the following topics:
-Public Art Program Background
-Amendment Summary
-Call for Artist Overview
-In-lieu Fee Threshold
-Revised Design Principles
-Public Art Guidelines
-Additional Amendments
-Amendment Review
-Commission Recommendation
Mayor Hiremath opened the public hearing.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to item #8b.
Oro Valley resident John Musolf
Oro Valley resident Don Bristow
Oro Valley resident Bill Adler
Mayor Hiremath closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council regarding the proposed public art amendments.
MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Waters and seconded by Councilmember Snider to adopt Ordinance No. (O)14-02, amending Section 27.3 and Chapter 31 of the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised relative to public art, finding that the amendment will encourage diversity in public art through the addition of a Call For Artists process and updated Design Review Principles.
MOTION failed, 3-4 with Councilmember Burns, Councilmember Garner, Councilmember Hornat, and Councilmember Zinkin opposed.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Mayor Hiremath to adopt Ordinance No. (O)14-02, amending Section 27.3 and Chapter 31 of the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised relative to public art, finding that the amendment will encourage diversity in public art through the addition of a Call For Artists process and updated Design Review Principles and to include the following changes:
1. Amend Section 27.3D.Fee in Lieu of Public Art, to allow the Conceptual Design Review Board (CDRB) to review the Planning and Zoning Administrator's decision and issue a final determination.
2. Re-instate old Review Criteria #4 as it relates to logos.
3. Change "shall" to "may" under Section 27.3I.Installation and Maintenance, #1.
Change "shall" to "may" under Section 27.3F.Process, #6.
MOTION carried, 4-3 with Councilmember Burns, Councilmember Garner, and Councilmember Zinkin opposed.
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RESOLUTION NO. (R)14-05, REPEALING AND REPLACING PERSONNEL POLICIES 2, DEFINITIONS OF TERMS; 9, PROBATIONARY PERIODS; 10, ATTENDANCE AND LEAVES; 11, DISCIPLINE; 16, NEPOTISM; 23, DRUG FREE WORKPLACE; 26, COMPUTER USAGE; E-MAIL USE, RETENTION, & STORAGE; AND INTERNET POLICY; AND, 29, CONFLICT OF INTEREST |
Human Resources Director Ron Corbin gave an overview of the following proposed personnel policy changes.
-Policy 2 - Definition of Terms
-Policy 9 - Introductory Evaluation Period
-Policy 10 - Attendance and Leaves
-Policy 11 - Discipline
-Policy 23 - Drug Free Workplace
-Policy 26 - Computer Usage...
-Policy 29 - Conflict of Interest
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the proposed personnel policies.
MOTION: A motion was made by Mayor Hiremath and seconded by Vice Mayor Waters to approve Resolution No. (R)14-05, repealing and replacing Personnel Policies 2, 9, 10, 11, 16, 23, 26, and 29 and to include changes as discussed.
MOTION failed, 3-4 with Councilmember Burns, Councilmember Hornat, Councilmember Snider, and Councilmember Zinkin opposed.
MOTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Hornat and seconded by Councilmember Snider to continue item #9 to a future study session.
MOTION carried, 6-1 with Mayor Hiremath opposed.
Discussion ensued regarding waiving the attorney-client priviledge to the opinion dated December 5, 2013 regarding an alleged open meeting law violation.
No action was taken on item #10.