Published on Jun 8, 2016
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Blockchain explained. Shai Rubin, CTO of Citi Innovation Lab, explains in an easy and simple way the basics of blockchain.
Friday, March 03, 2017
Hey! Wanna Make-Out? [in public > show your love]
Public displays of affection and support are highly encouraged for this awesome Pop-Up event that makes our downtown unique:
2017 Southwest Maker Fest
Saturday March 11 Noon to 7:00 pm
Join our effort to continue enhancing the festival in 2017, our fourth year! You can join the SWMF community by volunteering to help at the event, or joining in the fun as an attendee!
[Image to the right > http://www.lagunaartz.com/ is from one of the exhibitors]
Join the action and excitement Saturday, March 11 noon to 7pm!
Find out more right here > http://www.southwestmakerfest.com/
Find out even more and stay-in-touch right here > Southwest MakerFest Facebook page
Here's one more one of the excellent exhibits you'll find at Southwest Maker Fest this year:
Tripoli Phoenix aims to provide a safe, fun, inclusive environment for high power rocket enthusiasts, which enable them to further their aims and purposes as related to high power rocketry. Arizona's premier high power rocketry club, Tripoli Phoenix encourages all generations of fliers.
At Southwest Maker Fest, the club will display all aspects of a High Power Rocket system:
Types of Rockets
Propulsion Components
Launch Systems
Avionics and Tracking Systems
Recovery Systems
Club members will be on hand to discuss:
How to get started in High Power Rocketry
Safety
How to build a rocket
How to build the major components of a rocket
How to build a launch system, towers and controllers
How to successfully recover a rocket
Where to launch a rocket
Permits that are required to obtain airspace
Rocketry events in AZ, the USA and around the world
Tripoli Phoenixwww.traphx.com40 Manufacturing Jobs in 3 Years Promised in Mesa
From the City of Mesa Newsroom this press release
Cabinet manufacturer to locate operations in Mesa's Gateway Area03-02-2017 at 6:21:03 PM
Blogger's Note:Company website > http://www.eurocontempo.com/
MESA AZ O2 March 2017. EuroContempo Cabinetry LLC, a European-style cabinet and materials manufacturing company, announced it will be locating a 72,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility on a 5.22-acre parcel in Mesa, Arizona, north of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
"EuroContempo Cabinetry will be a great addition to Mesa," Mayor John Giles said. "Their decision to locate in Mesa is a great endorsement of Mesa's business-friendly environment and the forward-thinking, public investment in the Gateway Area."
Due to EuroContempo Cabinetry's recent success and increasing orders, the company will invest more than $10 million to build this new, highly-automated manufacturing facility, which will create 40 jobs over the next three years.
"EuroContempo has shown their commitment to Mesa and the Gateway area with a significant investment in this new manufacturing facility," District 6 Councilmember Kevin Thompson said. "This is a not only a win for Mesa and District 6, but for our citizens as well, as we continue to focus our efforts on creating jobs. Gateway continues to be an important asset for the region and an economic hub for our City."
"We, at EuroContempo Cabinetry are thrilled to offer and bring to the Phoenix Metro area the latest trends in cabinet manufacturing," Founder Mark Storey said. "We are excited to work with the City of Mesa and feel Mesa is a great location for growth and expansion. We are thankful for this opportunity to be a part of this community."
EuroContempo Cabinetry sells to the public, interior designers, cabinet shops, commercial and residential contracts, home builders, and home improvement stores."The manufacturing industry continues to thrive in Arizona, thanks to job creators like EuroContempo Cabinetry," Sandra Watson, Arizona Commerce Authority President & CEO said. "EuroContempo's decision to expand in Mesa emphasizes that Arizona is the best place in the country to grow a business, and we thank them for their continued commitment to our state."
The Arizona Commerce Authority partnered with the City of Mesa and EuroContempo Cabinetry on this project.
Big-D Construction Southwest, LLC is the design-builder on the facility.
Thursday, March 02, 2017
D6 Mesa City Council Member Kevin Thompson > Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport
1,000 acres to develop
Published on Mar 2, 2017
Views: 13
Duration: about 2 minutes
Duration: about 2 minutes
District Six Councilmember Kevin Thompson of Mesa, Arizona takes us to Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport to talk about the economic impact the airport has on the region.
MT. Etna Erupts/Ash Warning Map.
Published on Feb 28, 2017
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Mesa City Council Study Session 02 March 2017
Note empty seats for public, per usual nearly non-engagement by citizens in their city governance WITH VERY FEW even taking the opportunity to watch and listen Nobody cares ??
Published on Mar 2, 2017
Views: 3
Duration: about 30 minutes
[THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR MONDAY'S REGULAR MEETING are presented after blogger's notes about this study session]
D4 Chris Glover opens with a question ... competing products in purchasing of police vehicles. A lot of spending in Fleet Services in the last few months for new Chevy Tahoes
D6 Kevin Thompson raises a question about Item 4-j, stating he's talked to Parks & Recreation/Commercial Facilities about it -increase in dollar amounts for landscaping contracts
D2 Jeremy Whittaker asks a question ... listen to see what it ia
Business Services awards for merchant services open for discussion to transfer additional user feels to customers instead of merchant fees paid by city ... US Bank/Elavon is city processor of choice at negotiated rate of 2.37% for credit card transaction fees
Customer service fees can be imposed to offset merchant costs to city - as long as customers are informed there are opt-outs.
City Manager Chris Brady asks for some history of city usage for credit and electronic transactional costs incurred by city
Chris Glover gets involved
D1 Mark Freeman got to ride in a solid waste trucks - said it was fun
7 Discuss, receive public comment, and take action on the following ordinance: 17-0246 Ordinance adopting modified wastewater terms, rates, fees and charges for City-owned utility services, Schedules SM3.1, 4.1, 7.1, 7.4, 9.1 and 9.2, which expands eligibility criteria. (Citywide) *7-a
Published on Mar 2, 2017
Views: 3
Duration: about 30 minutes
[THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR MONDAY'S REGULAR MEETING are presented after blogger's notes about this study session]
D4 Chris Glover opens with a question ... competing products in purchasing of police vehicles. A lot of spending in Fleet Services in the last few months for new Chevy Tahoes
D6 Kevin Thompson raises a question about Item 4-j, stating he's talked to Parks & Recreation/Commercial Facilities about it -increase in dollar amounts for landscaping contracts
D2 Jeremy Whittaker asks a question ... listen to see what it ia
Business Services awards for merchant services open for discussion to transfer additional user feels to customers instead of merchant fees paid by city ... US Bank/Elavon is city processor of choice at negotiated rate of 2.37% for credit card transaction fees
Customer service fees can be imposed to offset merchant costs to city - as long as customers are informed there are opt-outs.
City Manager Chris Brady asks for some history of city usage for credit and electronic transactional costs incurred by city
Chris Glover gets involved
D1 Mark Freeman got to ride in a solid waste trucks - said it was fun
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City Council Final Meeting agenda for Mon 06 March
All citizens are permitted and encouraged to speak on agenda items including and preceding “Items from citizens present.” If you are interested in speaking on such an agenda item, please fill out a blue card in the back of the room and give it to the City Clerk. When the Council considers the item, you will be called to the podium to provide your comments.
4 Take action on the following contracts:
Please note: over $5,000,000 in contracts to be awarded with largest for landscaping services and $1,000,000 for purchase of new vehicles
17-0229
One-Year Term Contract for Global Positioning System (GPS) Equipment and Offender Monitoring Services for the Municipal Court (Citywide)
This contract provides a contractor for GPS tracking equipment and monitoring services, including all material, labor and services for the Municipal Court. GPS enabled ankle bracelets and monitoring services are used for pre-trial release in the In-Custody courtroom.
The Municipal Court and Purchasing recommend authorizing a one-year contract using the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance cooperative contract with B.I. Incorporated, at $55,000, based on estimated requirements.
*4-a
This contract provides a contractor for GPS tracking equipment and monitoring services, including all material, labor and services for the Municipal Court. GPS enabled ankle bracelets and monitoring services are used for pre-trial release in the In-Custody courtroom.
The Municipal Court and Purchasing recommend authorizing a one-year contract using the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance cooperative contract with B.I. Incorporated, at $55,000, based on estimated requirements.
*4-a
17-0234
One-Year Renewal Contract for Natural Gas Pipe and Fittings for the Materials and Supply Warehouse (for the Energy Resources Department) (Citywide)
Energy Resources, Gas Utility uses this natural gas pipe and fittings for new construction projects and for maintenance and repair of existing facilities.
The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal contract with Border States Electric Supply; Ferguson Waterworks; and Western Natural Gas Products; cumulatively not to exceed $275,000, based on estimated requirements.
-Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Anodeless Service Risers for the Materials and Supply Warehouse (for the Energy Resources Department) (Citywide)
This contract provides 1” and 2” anodeless service risers and pre-assembled ¾” anodeless service riser kits for new service installations and repair work. Gas Utility’s usage of these stock items has been more than originally estimated due to continued increases of gas utility customers.
The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing a dollar-limit increase of $50,000 with R.W. Lyall & Company, Inc., increasing the contract amount from $115,000 to $165,000 annually, based on estimated requirements.
*4-c
Energy Resources, Gas Utility uses this natural gas pipe and fittings for new construction projects and for maintenance and repair of existing facilities.
The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal contract with Border States Electric Supply; Ferguson Waterworks; and Western Natural Gas Products; cumulatively not to exceed $275,000, based on estimated requirements.
-Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Anodeless Service Risers for the Materials and Supply Warehouse (for the Energy Resources Department) (Citywide)
This contract provides 1” and 2” anodeless service risers and pre-assembled ¾” anodeless service riser kits for new service installations and repair work. Gas Utility’s usage of these stock items has been more than originally estimated due to continued increases of gas utility customers.
The Business Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing a dollar-limit increase of $50,000 with R.W. Lyall & Company, Inc., increasing the contract amount from $115,000 to $165,000 annually, based on estimated requirements.
*4-c
17-0235
One-Year Renewal Contract for Emergency Vehicle Equipment and Installation Services for the Fleet Services Department (Citywide)
This contract provides specialized turnkey emergency vehicle equipment and installation services for the City’s Police Department and general vehicle fleet on an as-needed basis. The emergency equipment includes: lights, sirens, push-bars, prisoner cages, consoles, wiring, etc.
The Fleet Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing a one-year renewal with Kenco OR LLC, dba LSH Lights, at $1,000,000, based on estimated requirements.
*4-d
This contract provides specialized turnkey emergency vehicle equipment and installation services for the City’s Police Department and general vehicle fleet on an as-needed basis. The emergency equipment includes: lights, sirens, push-bars, prisoner cages, consoles, wiring, etc.
The Fleet Services Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing a one-year renewal with Kenco OR LLC, dba LSH Lights, at $1,000,000, based on estimated requirements.
*4-d
17-0236
Purchase of Software for the SQL Server Virtualization Project Requested by the Information Technology Department (Citywide)
The current SQL Server database platform hosts approximately 300 production databases. Many City websites and applications rely on these databases to store and retrieve information. This platform has been in place since 2007 with a hardware replacement in 2012. This software is needed to license a new database system that will support applications used by City staff and citizens. It will improve security, stability and availability, while also improving ease of management.
The Information Technology Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase using the State of Arizona cooperative contract and the lowest quoted vendor, CDWG, at $43,734.46.
The current SQL Server database platform hosts approximately 300 production databases. Many City websites and applications rely on these databases to store and retrieve information. This platform has been in place since 2007 with a hardware replacement in 2012. This software is needed to license a new database system that will support applications used by City staff and citizens. It will improve security, stability and availability, while also improving ease of management.
The Information Technology Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase using the State of Arizona cooperative contract and the lowest quoted vendor, CDWG, at $43,734.46.
Purchase of Computer Backup Disk Storage Appliances for the Information Technology Department (Citywide)
This purchase will provide backup appliances that will integrate with the City’s data center infrastructure moving to the AT&T facility. It is part of the IT lifecycle management program, replacing a large legacy storage array into a single unit at one-tenth of the size and power consumption and also upgrading an existing array to add capacity for future growth. The solution will provide improved performance and lower operating costs in the new data center.
The Information Technology Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing purchase from the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder, Custom Storage Inc., dba CStor, at $157,193.24. This purchase is funded by the Information Technology Lifecycle Program budget.
*4-f
This purchase will provide backup appliances that will integrate with the City’s data center infrastructure moving to the AT&T facility. It is part of the IT lifecycle management program, replacing a large legacy storage array into a single unit at one-tenth of the size and power consumption and also upgrading an existing array to add capacity for future growth. The solution will provide improved performance and lower operating costs in the new data center.
The Information Technology Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing purchase from the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder, Custom Storage Inc., dba CStor, at $157,193.24. This purchase is funded by the Information Technology Lifecycle Program budget.
*4-f
17-0231
Purchase of 8 Replacement Ford Interceptor SUVs for the Police Department (Citywide)
The vehicles that are being replaced have met established replacement criteria and will be either traded, auctioned, sold, or deployed to special uses as part of the ongoing City of Mesa vehicle replacement program.
The Fleet Services and Police Departments, and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase from the contract with PFVT Motors, Inc., dba Peoria Ford, at $270,359.84. This purchase is funded by the Vehicle Replacement Fund.
*4-g
The vehicles that are being replaced have met established replacement criteria and will be either traded, auctioned, sold, or deployed to special uses as part of the ongoing City of Mesa vehicle replacement program.
The Fleet Services and Police Departments, and Purchasing recommend authorizing the purchase from the contract with PFVT Motors, Inc., dba Peoria Ford, at $270,359.84. This purchase is funded by the Vehicle Replacement Fund.
*4-g
17-0233
One-Year Renewal Contract for Digital Bond Printing Services for the Engineering Department (Citywide)
This contract provides a printing company for the production of construction sets of plans and other related construction drawings for the Engineering Department.
The Engineering Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal contract with Thomas Reprographics, Inc., at $34,000, based on estimated requirements.
This contract provides a printing company for the production of construction sets of plans and other related construction drawings for the Engineering Department.
The Engineering Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal contract with Thomas Reprographics, Inc., at $34,000, based on estimated requirements.
17-0238
Brown Road Water Treatment Plant (BRWTP) Improvements Project (District 5)
The project includes the installation of a 20,000 gallon hydropneumatic tank on the discharge of the Desert Sage High Pressure Pump Station located at BRWTP. The hydropneumatic tank will provide an air cushion to dissipate high pressure surges in the Desert Sage pressure zone. Also included in this project is the installation of an 80,000 gallon “feed” tank on the discharge of the Desert Wells High Pressure Pump Station located at BRWTP. The “feed” tank is designed to mitigate negative (vacuum) pressures that may develop in the Desert Wells pressure zone.
Staff recommends the selection of Garney Companies, Inc., as the Construction Manager at Risk for this project and award a Pre-Construction Services contract in the amount of $54,734. This project is funded by the 2010 authorized Water Bonds.
*4-i
The project includes the installation of a 20,000 gallon hydropneumatic tank on the discharge of the Desert Sage High Pressure Pump Station located at BRWTP. The hydropneumatic tank will provide an air cushion to dissipate high pressure surges in the Desert Sage pressure zone. Also included in this project is the installation of an 80,000 gallon “feed” tank on the discharge of the Desert Wells High Pressure Pump Station located at BRWTP. The “feed” tank is designed to mitigate negative (vacuum) pressures that may develop in the Desert Wells pressure zone.
Staff recommends the selection of Garney Companies, Inc., as the Construction Manager at Risk for this project and award a Pre-Construction Services contract in the amount of $54,734. This project is funded by the 2010 authorized Water Bonds.
*4-i
17-0248
One-Year Renewal and Contract Amendments to the Term Contracts for Landscape Maintenance Services for Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 - Parks, Retention Basins and Sports Fields for the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department (Districts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6)
The vendor has offered to renew the contract with price increases for each zone due to the passage of Proposition 206, which increased the Arizona's minimum wage.
The Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal and contract amendments with Mariposa Landscape Arizona, Inc., increasing the contract amount on contract 2014122 from $2,804,677.59 to $3,044,876.24 and on contract 2015309 from $860,457.17 to $914,838.06 annually, based on estimated requirements
The vendor has offered to renew the contract with price increases for each zone due to the passage of Proposition 206, which increased the Arizona's minimum wage.
The Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department and Purchasing recommend authorizing the renewal and contract amendments with Mariposa Landscape Arizona, Inc., increasing the contract amount on contract 2014122 from $2,804,677.59 to $3,044,876.24 and on contract 2015309 from $860,457.17 to $914,838.06 annually, based on estimated requirements
5 Take action on the following resolution:
7-0279 Approving and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Development Agreement with Phx-Mesa Gateway Airport 193, LLC relating to the construction of the Ray Road improvements between South Power Road and South Ellsworth Road. (District 6)
*5-a
*5-a
6 Introduction of the following ordinance and setting March 20, 2017 as the date of the public hearing on this ordinance:
17-0262 Z17-002 (District 6)
The 6400 through 6600 blocks of South Mountain Road (west side) and the 6400 through 6600 blocks of the South Signal Butte Road alignment (east side). Located west of Mountain Road and north of Pecos Road (50.12± acres).
Rezone from AG to HI-PAD AF (20± acres); and rezone from GI-CUP AF to HI-PAD-AF (24.3± acres); and rezone HI-AF to HI-PAD AF (5.82± acres); and Site Plan Review.
This request will allow for the expansion of an existing industrial facility. Reese Anderson, Pew and Lake, applicant;
Signal Butte 20, LLC, owner.
Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions
Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions
P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 7-0)
*6-a
*6-a
7 Discuss, receive public comment, and take action on the following ordinance: 17-0246 Ordinance adopting modified wastewater terms, rates, fees and charges for City-owned utility services, Schedules SM3.1, 4.1, 7.1, 7.4, 9.1 and 9.2, which expands eligibility criteria. (Citywide) *7-a
8 Take action on the following subdivision plats:
17-0206
“Final Plat Parcel A at PPGN” (District 6)
The 9500 to the 9600 blocks of East Cadence Parkway. Located south of Ray Road, between Ellsworth and Crismon Roads. 81 PC single residence lots (14.57± acres).
PPGN - Ray, LLLP, owner;
Mary F. Kennedy, EPS Group, surveyor. *8-a
17-0208 "Map of Dedication - Williams Field Road” (District 6)
The 10100 - 10800 blocks of East Williams Field Road. Located west of Signal Butte Road (1.53 ± acres).
AVH EM, LLC, owner;
Raymond S. Munoz III, EPS Group, surveyor. *8-b
17-0209
"Map of Dedication - for Canyon Winds Senior Living” (District 5)
The 7200 - 7300 blocks of East McDowell Road (north side). Located east of Power Road on the north side of McDowell Road (50.71 ± acres).
Canyon Winds Retirement, LLC, owner;
Jay Edward Mihalek, JMA Engineering Corporation, surveyor.
Wednesday, March 01, 2017
2017 East Valley Statespersons’ Luncheon
2017 East Valley Statespersons’ Luncheon – Sponsored by APS
April 19, 2017 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
ASU Memorial Union Ventana Ballroom
The event will feature a conversation with Coclick right herengressman Andy Biggs (AZ-5) and Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-9) moderated by Jeff Guldner of APS.
More information + Sign-Up >> click here
Dedicated to the PHX East Valley
The East Valley Partnership is a coalition of civic, business, educational and political leaders from Apache Junction, Chandler, Florence, Fountain Hills, Gila River Indian Community, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Salt River Pima- Maricopa Indian Community, Tempe and Pinal County dedicated to the economic development and promotion of the East Valley of Greater Phoenix, Arizona. We actively advocate in areas such as economic development, education, transportation and infrastructure, arts, behavioral health, and other important areas.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- Steve Martin – Childsplay
- Kevin Martinelli – Arizona Republic
- Dea McDonald – Eastmark/DMB
- Jeff Mirasola – CenturyLink
- Stephanie Navarro – Salt River Project
- Chris Nickle – McCarthy Building Companies
- Kevin Olson – Steptoe & Johnson
- Brian O’Neill – PHX Mesa Gateway
- Bryant Powell – City of Apache Junction
- Tom Rankin, Mayor – Town of Florence
- Jordan Ray, Vice Mayor – Town of Gilbert
- Marianne Rexer – Wilkes University
- Brain Ruddle – Commercial Properties
- Jim Schmidt – Schmidt Westergard
- Holly Schor – Goodwill of Central Arizona
- Marc Schultz – Snell & Wilmer
- Jerry Schwallier – Arizona Bank & Trust
- Jack Sellers – Arizona State Transportation Board
- Jesse Shetlar – Mutual of Omaha
- Richard Silverman – Jennings Strouss
- Jeff Singleton – Ernst & Young
- Doug Small – Northern Arizona University
- Gerrit Steenblik – Polsinelli PC
- John Stolting – The Boeing Company
- Steve Strickbine – Times Media Group
- Peter Sturgeon – Sorenson Capital
- Linda Thompson – Helios Education Foundation
- Terry Turk- Farnsworth Companies
- Steve Utter – Empire Southwest
- Deanna Villanueva- Saucedo – Maricopa Community College District
- O.T. ” Ted” Wendel – A.T. Still University
- Todd Werner – Banner Health
- Steve West – Udall Shumway
- Julia Wheatley – Town of Queen Creek
- Lois Yates – Global Logistics Development Partners
EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS
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