18 May 2020

Mesa City Council Regular Meeting Mon 18 May 2020: Un-Packing The Eye-Popping Final Agenda

Why eye-popping? 
Scroll down farther and you can both find out and get more informed.
Monday's meeting is way too intense for even a skilled tech geek or financial wizard - never mind some Mesa City Council members who might never get a clue unless someone had them in their pocket, or some face time.

Source Reference: 
http://mesa.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx 

Final Meeting Agendas were printed on 05/14/2020 
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Virtual Platform Regular Meeting 5:45 pm
Final Agenda is 11 pages

Virtual Platform 
Special Council Meeting 
5:50 pm 
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CONSENT AGENDA Item *2
Approval of minutes of previous meetings as written (4)
One going back to seven weeks ago

File #:20-0554   
Type:MinutesStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Approval of minutes of previous meetings as written.
Attachments:1. March 26, 2020 Study,
2. April 7, 2020 Study,
3. April 9, 2020 Study,
4. May 4, 2020 Regular 
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CONSENT AGENDA Item *3 
Take action on the following contracts: 
Items *3a - *3k 
There are 11


*3a Dollar-Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Locks, Door Hardware and Related Parts for Citywide Departments as requested by the Water Resources and Parks Recreation and Community Facilities Departments (Citywide)
from $75,000 to $150,000 annually, based on estimated usage.

*3b Purchase for the Climbing Net (Replacement) for the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department (Sole Source) (Citywide)
 at $418,236.40, based on estimated requirements

*3c One-Year Renewal with a One-Year Renewal Option to the Term Contract for Vehicle Decals for the Mesa Police, Mesa Fire and Medical, and various City Departments as requested by the Fleet Services Department (Citywide)
at $55,000 annually,

*3d One-Year Renewal with a One-Year Renewal Option to the Term Contract for Handheld Narcotics Analyzer System Supplies for the Mesa Police Department (Sole Source) (Citywide)
at $145,000 annually

*3e One-Year Term Contract with Three-Years of Renewal Options for Service/Maintenance Coverage for Forensic Equipment for the Police Department (Citywide)
at $198,000 annually, based on estimated usage.

*3f Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Vehicle Rental Services for the Police Department (Citywide)

at $650,700 annually, x 3 + 1,952,100 , based on estimated usage.


File #:20-0542   
Type:ContractStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Vehicle Rental Services for the Police Department (Citywide)
The Police Department uses rental vehicles for many purposes and has been successfully leasing from Enterprise Rent-A-Car for several years.
An evaluation committee recommends awarding the contract to the qualified proposal from Enterprise Leasing Company of Phoenix LLC, dba Enterprise Rent-A-Car, at $650,700 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5%, or the adjusted Consumer Price Index. This purchase is funded by Asset Forfeiture RICO Funds.
Attachments:1. Council Report
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*3g Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for LED Streetlight Fixtures for the Transportation Department (Citywide)
at $1,280,000 annually, based on estimated usage.



*3h Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Hauling Services for the Transportation Department (Single Response) (Citywide) 
The Transportation Department has the need for dump trucks with an operator to supplement in-house crews to complete maintenance tasks and emergency hauling when needed.
at $228,800 annually, based on estimated usage.

*3i Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years of Renewal Options for Pad Mounted Junction Cabinets for the Energy Resources Department (Single Response) (Citywide)
at $33,200 annually, based on estimated usage.

*3j Three-Year Term Contract with Two Years Renewal Options for Electrical Services for Utilities Infrastructure for the Water Resources Department (Citywide)
 at $125,000 annually, based on estimated usage.

*3k Four-Month Term Contract with Two, One-Year Renewal Options for Asbestos and Lead Based Paint Abatement Services for the Environmental Management and Sustainability Department (Citywide)
 at $150,000 annually, based on estimated usage.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 4
Take action on the following resolutions: Items *4a - *4i (9)
Item *4e
File #:20-0531   
Type:ResolutionStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Extinguishing a temporary turnaround easement located at 5603 South Signal Butte Road, to accommodate the development of the La Mira subdivision; requested by the property owner.
(District 6)
Attachments:1. Council Report,
2. Detail Map,
3. Vicinity Map,
4. Resolution
City Council Report 
Date: May 18, 2020 
To: City Council 
Through: Kari Kent, Assistant City Manager 
From: 
Beth Huning, City Engineer 
Rob Kidder, Assistant City Engineer 
Subject: Extinguish a Temporary Turnaround Easement 5603 South Signal Butte Road. Council District No. 6
Purpose and Recommendation 
The purpose of this report is to consider staff’s recommendation to extinguish a temporary turnaround easement recorded in document no. 2016-0201751, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, located at 5603 South Signal Butte Road.
Discussion 
The temporary turnaround easement located on accessor parcel 304-34-003S was granted on March 29, 2016, in document no. 2016-0201751, records of Maricopa County, Arizona. 
This easement will conflict with the proposed La Mira subdivision improvements. 
The owner is requesting that the City extinguish the easement to accommodate the proposed improvements to their property

Item *4h 
Approving and authorizing the City Manager to accept up to $480,881 from the United States Bureau of Justice Assistance through the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program FY 2020 Formula Grant. Funding will be used for Citywide purchases related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The final award will be forthcoming in the near future. (Citywide)
File #:20-0551   
Type:ResolutionStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Approving and authorizing the City Manager to accept up to $480,881 from the United States Bureau of Justice Assistance through the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program FY 2020 Formula Grant.
Funding will be used for Citywide purchases related to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
The final award will be forthcoming in the near future. (Citywide)
Attachments:1. Council Report, 2. Resolutio
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Item *4i 
Approving and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Coronovirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Airport Grant Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $69,000. The funds will be used to reimburse Falcon Field Airport for operating expenses incurred during the COVID-19 public health emergency. (District 5)
File #:20-0568   
Type:ResolutionStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Approving and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Coronovirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Airport Grant Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $69,000.
The funds will be used to reimburse Falcon Field Airport for operating expenses incurred during the COVID-19 public health emergency. (District 5)
Attachments:1. Council Report,
2. Resolution,
3. Grant Agreement
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Discussion 
Grant funds may only be used for purposes directly related to the airport. This includes reimbursement for the airport’s operations expenses. 
Airport development projects may not be funded with the grant unless a subsequent agreement with the FAA authorizes the use of the funds for this purpose. 
By accepting the Grant, the City agrees to continue to employ, through December 31, 2020, at least 90 percent of the total number of individuals employed at the airport as of March 27, 2020. In addition, the City must provide quarterly reports to the FAA which identify the number of employees during each reporting period. 
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ITEM 5
5 Introduction of the following ordinances and setting June 1, 2020 as the date of the public hearing on these ordinances:
20-0584 Modifying rates for residential water utility services. Establishing a 30% discount rate off the water service charge for qualified low-income senior residents. (Citywide) *5-a 
20-0511 Amending Sections 9-11-3 through 9-11-5 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Floodplain Regulations and the National Flood Insurance Program, and adopting by reference Floodplain Management Regulations, a Flood Insurance Study, and Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The revisions are to comply with current state and federal floodplain regulations under the National Flood Insurance Program. (Citywide) *5-b
*5-c
Amending Chapter 58 of Title 11, the Zoning Ordinance, of the Mesa City Code to remove the limitation that certain land uses in the T5MS Transect Zone are not allowed on the ground floor and to allow certain Land Uses in the T5MS Transect Zone to occupy up to fifty percent of the ground floor if the development meets specific criteria. (Citywide) Staff Recommendation: Approval 
P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval (Vote: 7-0) *
File #:20-0512   
Type:OrdinanceStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:Amending Chapter 58 of Title 11, the Zoning Ordinance, of the Mesa City Code to remove the limitation that certain land uses in the T5MS Transect Zone are not allowed on the ground floor and to allow certain Land Uses in the T5MS Transect Zone to occupy up to fifty percent of the ground floor if the development meets specific criteria. (Citywide)
Staff Recommendation: Approval P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval (Vote: 7-0)
Attachments:1. Council Report, 2. Ordinance, 3. Minutes
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Item *5-d

ZON18-00483 (District 6) 
Within the 4800 to 5000 blocks of South Ellsworth Road (west side). Located on the west side of Ellsworth Road north of Ray Road 
(74± acres). 
Rezoning from AG, LI, and PEP-BIZ-PAD to LI-PAD, LC-PAD and RM-4-PAD. 

This request will allow for a mixed-use development. 

  • Jeffery Blilie, Beus, Gilbert, McGroder PLLC, applicant; 
  • Sun Belt Land Holdings LP, owner. 

Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions 
P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 7-0)
File #:20-0513   
Type:OrdinanceStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/18/2020
Title:ZON18-00483 (District 6) Within the 4800 to 5000 blocks of South Ellsworth Road (west side). Located on the west side of Ellsworth Road north of Ray Road (74± acres). Rezoning from AG, LI, and PEP-BIZ-PAD to LI-PAD, LC-PAD and RM-4-PAD. This request will allow for a mixed-use development. Jeffery Blilie, Beus, Gilbert, McGroder PLLC, applicant; Sun Belt Land Holdings LP, owner. Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 7-0)
Attachments:1. Staff Report,
2. Ordinance,
3. Ordinance Map,
4. Vicinity Map,
5. Conceptual Site Plan,
6. Design Guidelines,
7. Minutes,
8. Submittal Documents
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ITEM 6
6 Discuss, receive public comment, and take action on the following ordinance: 
ITEM *6-A
20-0459 ZON20-00024 (District 4) 
Within the 100 to 200 block of East 1st Street (south side) and within the 0 to 100 block of North Hibbert (west side). Located west of Mesa Drive and north of Main Street (1.3± acres). Rezone from T4NF to T5MSF within the Form Based Code Regulating Plan. 

  • Marlene Imirzian & Associates Architects, applicant; 
  • Rich Van Anda, owner. 

Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 7-0) 
File #:20-0459   
Type:OrdinanceStatus:Agenda Ready
In control:City Council
On agenda:5/4/2020
Title:ZON20-00024 (District 4) Within the 100 to 200 block of East 1st Street (south side) and within the 0 to 100 block of North Hibbert (west side). Located west of Mesa Drive and north of Main Street (1.3± acres). Rezone from T4NF to T5MSF within the Form Based Code Regulating Plan. Marlene Imirzian & Associates Architects, applicant; Rich Van Anda, owner. Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 7-0)
Attachments:1. Staff Report,
2. Ordinance,
3. Ordinance Map,
4. Vicinty Map,
5. Site Plan,
6. Minutes,
7. Submittal Documents
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ITEM 7
7 Conduct a public hearing and take action on the following minor General Plan amendment and zoning case, and take action on the development agreement, all related to the property located at the northwest corner of Thomas and Recker Roads. 
20-0176 Conduct a public hearing on minor General Plan amendment case ZON19-00954. (District 5) 
For continuance to the June 15, 2020 City Council meeting. 
*7-a 

20-0144 ZON19-00954 (District 5) Resolution
Within the 5600 to 6000 blocks of East Thomas Road (north side) and within the 3600 to 4000 blocks of North Recker Road (west side). Located north of Thomas Road and west of Recker Road 
(109.8± acres). 
Minor General Plan amendment to change the Character Type from Parks to Neighborhood. 
This request will allow for the development of a single-residence subdivision. 
Desert Vista 100, LLC, applicant; 
City of Mesa, owner. 
Staff Recommendation: Adoption 
P&Z Board Recommendation: Adoption 
For continuance to the June 15, 2020 City Council meeting. 
*7-b 

20-0143 ZON19-00806 (District 5) Ordinance. 
Within the 5600 to 6000 blocks of East Thomas Road (north side) and within the 3600 to 4000 blocks of North Recker Road (west side). Located north of Thomas Road and west of Recker Road (109.8± acres). Rezone from PS to RS-6-PAD and RS-7-PAD. 
This request will allow for the development of a single-residence subdivision. 
Desert Vista 100, LLC, applicant; 
City of Mesa, owner. 
Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions 
P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions 
For continuance to the June 15, 2020 City Council meeting. 
*7-c 

20-0388 A resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Development Agreement with Desert Vista 101, LLC, relating to approximately 115 acres of property located at the northwest corner of Thomas Road and Recker Road, for the purpose of developing a single-family residential subdivision and associated improvements. (District 5) 
For continuance to the June 15, 2020 City Council meeting.
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