03 November 2018

The Mesa City Council Study Session Thu 01 Nov 2018

Mayor John Giles appears apprehensive right from the start of Thursday's study session. Anyone wondering why? There's a lot of comments  and discussions made in presentations that are unusually active during these study sessions - they seem more defensive from the get-go as if to deflect any potential trouble. These actions appear somehow concerted, especially in a rare appearance in front of the council by City Attorney Jim Smith flanked and supported by two others. Any reasonable person might ask What's up?
Watch and listen to the 68-minute inserted video that was published on November 2, 2018 for your interest.
Please note that Giles habitually ignores the usual points-or-order to conduct a public meeting, only noting that several items are on/off the Consent Agenda to get immediately interrupted by District 1 councilmember Mark Freeman (who's out of order in mentioning first off that he attended a memorial service). Then District 6 councilmember Kevin Thompson chimes in with comments about Mesa Police department volunteers not being able to use "unmarked" vehicles.
Then with a staged fast-turn to contracts,City Manager Chris Brady specifically points out six contracts (Items 5-a,b,m,n,o,p and w) to get approved for local Mesa businesses, as if trying to avoid any issues of favorability bias that are asked and immediately summons someone called to the podium - he clarifies the use of the 1.75% TPT sales used as a consideration in contract awards with immediate follow-up comments from Mark Freeman who notes how this works when a firm is the low bidder.
Kevin Thompson chimes in about Item 6-i Police overtime pay, joined by both Mark Freeman and Giles again.
Then City Attorney Jim Smith - all spiffed-up in suit-and-tie -  testifies on a contract award for Item 6-n: The City's insurance policies about liabilities, risks and claims, accompanied by a chart. The numbers are staggering after the costs being flat for the last few years. Readers should note that there have been settlements made to victims of police force . . . some are still pending for $75M or more. The mayor chimes in to bring up the issue of cyber risk insurance cyber-hacking into city data for payments on customer-utilities accounts . . . the reason he asks is if $10,000,000 is enough coverage.  
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Blogger Note: At this point-in-time the meeting gets ahead of itself in defensive presentations . . .there are 81 items scheduled on the Final Agenda for Monday's regular Mesa City Council regular meeting at 5:45 pm - just the day before the General Election. 
Please note how only certain items are raised for discussion and presentations - there are 23 Contract Awards.
THERE'S A LOT YOU MIGHT MISS
Note there is A PUBLIC HEARING about approvals for ReDevelopment Areas RDAs
Here's a link > Council, Committee and Board Research Center/Mesa Legistar
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This is the published agenda (2 items) for the 07:30 am Study Session:
Meeting Name: City Council Study Session Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/1/2018 7:30 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers - Lower Level
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Not available  
Meeting video:  
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18-1266 2-aPresentationHear a presentation and discuss the Council's Strategic Priority for Placemaking including projects, statistics, and key performance indicators.                                                              
18-1265 2-bAppointmentAppointment to the Human Relations Advisory Board.   

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This is the published agenda for the 5:00 pm meeting on Mon 05 Nov
Meeting Name: City Council Study Session Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/5/2018 5:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers - Lower Level
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    Roll Call  Not available
  1 Review items on the agenda for the November 5, 2018 regular Council meeting.  Not available
  2 Hear reports on meetings and/or conferences attended.  Not available
  3 Scheduling of meetings and general information.  Not available
  4 Convene an Executive Session.  Not available
  4-a Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the City Attorney. (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3)) Discussion or consultation with designated representatives of the City in order to consider the City’s position and instruct the City’s representatives regarding negotiations for the purchase, sale, or lease of real property. (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(7)) Discussion or consultation with the City Attorney in order to consider the City’s position and instruct the City Attorney regarding the City’s position regarding contracts that are the subject of negotiations. (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4)) 1. Negotiations relating to the sale and development of City-owned property at Sheffield Avenue and Paseo Lago Vista.  Not available
  5 Adjournment.¹  Not available
    ¹ Prior to adjournment, at this Council meeting, the City Council may vote to go into executive session for legal advice on any item listed on this agenda pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3); this notice is given pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02 to the members of the City Council and the public.  Not available
    The City of Mesa is committed to making its public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. For special accommodations, please contact the City Manager's Office at (480) 644-3333 or AzRelay 7-1-1 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Si necesita asistencia o traducción en español, favor de llamar al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión al 480-644-2767.  Not available
    Any citizen wishing to speak on an agenda item should complete and turn in a blue card to the City Clerk before that item is presented.  Not available
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Here's all the 23 contracts in Item 5:

Take action on the following contracts:
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for 3M Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Equipment and Maintenance for the Library Services Department (Sole Source) (Citywide) This contract provides for the labor, parts, and equipment modifications to maintain 3M RFID equipment at all four Mesa library branches. 3M technology is a fast, easy and efficient way to track, locate and manage library materials. The Library Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal using the Maricopa County cooperative contract with Bibliotheca LLC, at $328,000, based on estimated usage.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Comprehensive Banking Services for the Financial Services and Business Services Departments (Citywide) The City makes extensive use of banking services to collect, disburse, and manage its cash and investments. General banking services includes cash, deposit, and disbursement services, electronic transfer of funds, and general reporting. Merchant card services represent the City’s ability to process credit card transactions. Institutional custody services represent the safekeeping of the assets/securities in the City’s investment portfolio. The Financial Services and Business Services Departments, and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with JP Morgan Chase, US Bank (Elavon), and Wells Fargo, for the combined total of $153,000, based on expected activity.
Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Emergency Response and Non-Emergency Response for Unknown, Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Materials for the Environmental Management and Sustainability Department (Citywide) This contract will provide both emergency response and non-emergency response cleanup and disposal of unknown, hazardous, and non-hazardous materials. An evaluation committee recommends awarding the contract to the qualified proposals from Kary Environmental Services, Inc. (a Mesa business) (Primary); and Environmental Response, Inc. (Secondary); at $80,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5%, or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Industrial Supplies for the Materials and Supply Warehouse (for Citywide Departments) (Citywide) This contract provides City departments with industrial supplies such as: test instruments, hand tools and vehicle maintenance supplies, shelving and storage equipment, safety equipment and materials, power tools and metalworking, pneumatic and hydraulic pumps, and plumbing, and HVAC equipment. The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal using the City of Tucson / National IPA cooperative contract with Grainger, at $500,000, based on estimated usage.
Contract Amendment and Dollar-Limit Increase to the Term Contract for the Open Data Platform Solution for the Information Technology Department (Citywide) The City’s Open Data Platform Solution currently includes the Open Data, Open Budget and Open Expenditures modules. City staff would like to add a Performance module and Capital Projects Explorer module to the platform. With features that organize and automate data entry, the Performance module will provide a more efficient process for getting program performance data to the managers and supervisors. The Capital Projects Explorer module will provide more functionality regarding information on capital projects than the base Capital Projects module included in the current platform. Information Technology, Office of Management and Budget, and Purchasing recommend approval of a contract amendment and increasing the dollar-limit with Socrata, Inc., by $186,616.20 for years 1 to 3 of the contract term. This purchase is funded by the IT Application Lifecycle Budget.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Cool Deck Resurfacing and Repair Services for the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department (Citywide) Cool deck is a flexible coating for concrete that provides a non-slip surface, is sealed against water, and primarily used around swimming pools. It is necessary to replace or refurbish cool deck material that became damaged due to age or heavy use. The Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with Flexground LLC, at $34,929.86, based on estimated usage.
Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Sports Field Supplies for the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department (Citywide) This contract will provide items including field marking paint, pitcher mound clay blocks (bagged), bagged mound and home plate clay, bulk clay, stabilized infield mix, rapid dry-calcined clay, and calcined clay-infield conditioner for the City’s Sports Fields’ maintenance and operations. The Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department and Purchasing recommend awarding the contract to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidders, Ewing Irrigation Products; and Stabilizer Solutions, Inc.; at $204,150 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5%, or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Fire Structure Boots for the Fire and Medical Department (Citywide) This contract provides an approved list of qualified vendors for fire structure boots for approximately 400 Fire suppression personnel. Fire and Medical provides an allowance of $300 toward the cost of these boots and purchases an average of 100 to 125 pairs annually. The Fire and Medical Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with Freightliner of Arizona, dba Western States Fire Equipment; Matlick Enterprises, dba United Fire Equipment Company; and Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.; at $30,000, based on estimated usage.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Police Service Dogs for the Police Department K9 Unit (Citywide) The K9 Unit uses Police service dogs for both patrol and detection (e.g. explosives, narcotics, etc.) purposes assisting Police members in duties such as, searching for and apprehension of persons suspected of criminal behavior, lost persons, evidence, stolen property, or other articles. The Police Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with Adlerhorst International Inc., at $35,000, based on estimated requirements.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Helicopter Engine Parts and Repairs for the Police Department (Citywide) The Police Aviation Unit has three MD Helicopter Corporation helicopters. This contract provides aviation turbine engine overhauls, repairs, modifications, furnishing parts, tooling, rental, technical assistance and/or labor for complete engines, engine modules, engine components, and engine accessories ensuring helicopter availability for Police Aviation operations. The Police Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with AeroMaritime America, Inc. (a Mesa business), at $300,000, based on estimated usage.
Purchase and Installation of 30 Communications 911/Dispatch Consoles (24 Replacements, Three Dispatch Capable Positions (Additions) and Three 911 Positions (Additions)) for Public Safety Communications as requested by the Police Department (Citywide) Public Safety Communications currently has 24 consoles, 15 positions are 20-years old and 9 positions are 10-years old, utilized by 911 operators, Police dispatchers and supervisors. These consoles are at end of life and require replacement. The proposed equipment is specifically designed, engineered and warrantied for public safety emergency communication centers. The evaluation committee recommends awarding the contract to the highest scored proposal and top ranked firm whose proposal best meets the City’s requirements, Russ Bassett Corporation at $716,200, based on estimated requirements. This purchase is funded by Lifecycle Capital - General Funds.
Dollar-Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Streetlight and Traffic Signal Poles, Mast Arms and Anchor Bolts for the Materials and Supply Warehouse (for the Transportation Department) (Citywide) The dollar-limit increase is needed for a 10.5% pricing increase for all items in Group 4 (Streetlight Poles), Group 6 (Miscellaneous - Plate, Adapter), and Group 7 (Galvanized Traffic Signal Poles and Arms). The pricing increase is allowable per the specifications. The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend increasing the dollar-limit with A & M Nut and Bolt, Inc.; Cem-Tec Corporation; Valmont Industries, Inc.; and Southwest Fabrication, LLC; by $50,032.50, from $476,500 to $526,532.50 for the third-year of the contract term.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Police Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Services as requested by the Fleet Services Department (Citywide) This contract provides preventative maintenance and repair services for the City’s Police vehicle fleet. Fleet Services performs repairs on large diesel-powered trucks and other select vehicles in-house, but lacks sufficient staffing and facilities to perform all vehicle maintenance activities. Accordingly, a portion of Police vehicles are repaired by outside vendors. The Fleet Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with B & T Vivian Investment Co. LLC, dba Thompson’s Auto Repair & Towing (a Mesa business) (Primary); JTDCE Auto Repair Clinic LLC, dba Dave’s Auto Repair Clinic (a Mesa business) (Secondary); AutoNation, dba AutoNation Chevrolet of Gilbert; and Berge Ford, Inc., dba Berge Ford (a Mesa business); at $245,000, based on estimated usage.
Purchase of Two Asphalt Compactors (Replacements) for the Transportation Department as requested by the Fleet Services Department (Citywide) The asphalt compactors that are being replaced have met established criteria and will be either traded, auctioned, sold, or deployed to special uses as part of the ongoing vehicle replacement program. The Fleet Services and Transportation Departments, and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase using the National IPA / City of Tucson cooperative contract with Empire Caterpillar, Inc. (a Mesa business), at $121,144.50. This purchase is funded by the Local Streets Fund.
Purchase of Ten Light-Duty Pickup Trucks (Eight Replacements and Two Additions) for Various City Departments as requested by the Fleet Services Department (Citywide) Eight vehicles are being replaced as part of the ongoing vehicle replacement program and have met established criteria and will be either traded, auctioned, sold, or deployed to special uses. Transportation’s vehicle addition is for the new Department Training and Safety Specialist position that is needed in order to meet new commercial motor vehicle requirements. Water Resources’ vehicle addition is to support the job duties of a new full-time Meter Reader position that was approved for FY 2018/19. The Transportation, Water Resources, Engineering, and Fleet Services Departments, and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase from the existing contract with Berge Ford (a Mesa business), at $345,156.58.
Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Video Security Surveillance, Installation and Maintenance for the Water Resources Department (Citywide) This contract will provide a qualified vendor to furnish and install Mobotix video security surveillance equipment at sites such as, water treatment plants, wastewater reclamation plants, electric substations, well sites, reservoirs, and other remote sites. This contract will also provide a full maintenance contract on existing Mobotix cameras throughout the City. An evaluation committee recommends awarding the contract to the highest-scored proposal from Goserco, Inc. (a Mesa business), at $375,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5%, or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.
21-Month Term Contract with Three Years of Renewal Options for Conflict Monitor and Malfunction Monitor Test Equipment for the Transportation Department (Citywide) Conflict monitors are devices used in traffic signal cabinets to provide safety features against potential conflicting signals, lack of signal indications, and controller malfunctions. Conflict monitors are tested annually to ensure they are operating to design standards and specifications. The Transportation Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase using the Maricopa County Department of Transportation cooperative contract with AM Signal, Inc., at $40,000 annually, based on estimated usage.
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Traffic Signal Loop Detection Installation Services for the Transportation Department (Citywide) This contract provides for the installation of new and the maintenance/replacement of existing traffic signal loops for Transportation’s Intelligent Transportation System Operations group. Functional loop detectors are required for vehicle detection and traffic signal timing moving vehicles efficiently through intersections. Work includes barricade set-up, saw-cutting, and traffic loop installation per bid specifications. The Transportation Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with Kimbrell Electric, Inc., at $131,000, based on estimated usage.
Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Wedeco Ultra-Violet (UV) Equipment and Parts for the Water Resources Department (Single Response) (Citywide) This contract will provide Wedeco Technologies UV disinfection system equipment, materials, parts, and supplies for the Greenfield Wastewater Reclamation Plant on an as-needed basis. These items are necessary for wastewater disinfection and compliance with both federal and state of Arizona regulations for wastewater. The Water Resources Department and Purchasing recommend awarding the contract to Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., at $450,000 annually, based on the estimated usage, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5%, or the adjusted Consumer Price Index. This purchase is funded by the Greenfield WRP Joint Venture Fund (58% funded by the Towns of Gilbert and Queen Creek and 42% funded by the Enterprise Fund - Greenfield WRP Joint Venture.)
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Streetlight Pole Painting Services for the Transportation Department (Citywide) This contract provides streetlight pole painting services of existing metal luminaires, poles, and pole skirts. Work is performed on an as-needed, where-needed basis. The Transportation Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with OLS Restoration, Inc., at $80,000, based on estimated usage.
Purchase of a Replacement 15kV Switchgear and Adapter for the Energy Resources Department (Citywide) The purchase will include the design, manufacture, delivery, assembly and inspection of a new 15kV metal clad switchgear and a new rooftop adapter assembly to replace the existing 43-year old switchgear in service at the Robson Electrical Substation. Replacement is needed to maintain the safety and reliability of 12kV and lower voltage electric distribution to more than 16,000 customers within Mesa’s 5.5 square mile electric service area. The Energy Resources and Engineering Departments, and Purchasing recommend awarding the contract to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder, Powercon Corporation, at $436,086.
Baseline Road Improvements (24th Street to Consolidated Canal) and Val Vista Drive Improvements (Baseline Road to U.S. 60) (Districts 2 and 3) Baseline Road from 24th Street to the Consolidated Canal (approximately 0.90 mile) will be reconstructed using surface mill and overlay with cold-in-place recycled base course. Other project construction consists of new raised medians, street lighting, a new eastbound lane east of Lindsay Road, associated landscape, irrigation, traffic signal improvements, a new section of 36-inch storm drain, and a segment of 12-inch water main. This project is a partnership with the Town of Gilbert. (District 3) Val Vista Drive from Baseline Road to U.S. 60 (approximately 0.50 mile) will be reconstructed using surface mill and overlay, new portland cement concrete pavement at the U.S. 60 traffic interchange, with widening to add a 3rd northbound lane starting at Baseline Road for approximately 600 feet, associated landscape, irrigation, and traffic signal improvements. The project also includes a relocation of an existing 4-inch gas line and installation
One-Year Renewal to the Term Contract for Escrow and Title Services of Real Property for the Engineering Department (Citywide) This contract provides a qualified firm to perform a wide range of real property escrow and title services related to land acquisition for the Gilbert Road Light Rail Extension Project and other contracted services. The City currently has parcels in escrow and requires the one-year renewal. The Engineering Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal with Security Title Agency Inc. (a Mesa business), at $160,000, based on estimated usage.

 

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