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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Council Chambers
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653
July 1, 2008, at or after 7:00 p.m.
Ed Honea, Mayor
Herb Kai, Vice Mayor
Council Members
Russell Clanagan
Patti Comerford
Carol McGorray
Jon Post
Roxanne Ziegler
ACTION MAY BE TAKEN BY THE COUNCIL ON ANY ITEM LISTED ON THIS AGENDA. Revisions to the
agenda can occur up to 24 hours prior to the meeting. Revised agenda items appear in italics.
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AND CELL PHONES.
Welcome to this Marana Council meeting. Regular Council meetings are usually held the first and third
Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Marana Town Hall, although the date or time may change, or
Special Meetings may be called at other times and/or places. Contact Town Hall or watch for posted
agendas for other meetings. This agenda may be revised up to 24 hours prior to the meeting. In such a
case a new agenda will be posted in place of this agenda.
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items, you must fill out a speaker card (located in the lobby outside the Council Chambers) and deliver it
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observe the Council Rules, as well as the rules of politeness, propriety, decorum and good conduct. Any
person interfering with the meeting in any way, or acting rudely or loudly will be removed from the
meeting and will not be allowed to return.
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A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
REGULAR MEETING
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE -
Chaplain Rogelio A. Wilson, Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
At this time any member of the public is allowed to address the Town Council on any
issue not already on tonight's agenda. The speaker may have up to three minutes to
speak. Any persons wishing to address the Council must complete a speaker card
located outside the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Town Clerk prior to the
commencement of the meeting. Pursuant to the Arizona Open Meeting Law, at the
conclusion of Call to the Public, individual members of the council may respond to
criticism made by those who have addressed the Council, may ask staff to review the
matter, or may ask that the matter be placed on a future agenda. Dave Wostenberg
E. PRESENTATIONS -
1) Presentation: Star Spangled Spectacular -July 4 Event (Tom Ellis)
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Council Chambers
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653
July 1, 2008, at or after 7:00 p.m.
2) Presentation: U.S. Army Flight Training Detachment (Jeremy
Christopher)
3) Presentation: Development Services Master Improvements Plan (Josh
Wright)
ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES -
PROCLAMATIONS -
F. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS: SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS
G. MANAGER'S REPORT: SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS
H. STAFF REPORTS
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I. CONSENT AGENDA
GENERAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
The Consent Agenda contains items requiring action by the Council which are
generally routine items not requiring Council discussion.
A single motion will approve all items on the Consent agenda, including any
resolutions or ordinances. A Council Member may remove any issue from the
Consent agenda, and that issue will be discussed and voted upon separately,
immediately following the Consent agenda.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Council Chambers
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653
July 1, 2008, at or after 7:00 p.m.
1. Resolution No. 2008-87: Relating to Utilities; approving and authorizing
the execution of a Mutual Aid Agreement an Intergovernmental Agreement
Among Members of the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response
Network (Brad DeSpain)
2. Resolution No. 2008-88: Relating to Water Service; approving and
authorizing the execution of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the
Town of Marana and the University of Arizona to extend membership in
the Water Conservation Alliance of Southern Arizona (Brad DeSpain)
J. COUNCIL ACTION
1. Resolution No. 2008-89: Relating to Administration; Appointing Gilbert
Davidson as Town Manager (Mayor Ed Honea)
K. BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS
1.Ordinance No. 2008.15: Relating to Boards, Committees and Commissions;
accepting the recommendations of the special Council Taskforce on
Advisory Commissions; amending sections 2-6-2 and 2-6-3 of the Town
Code; amending the commission handbook and bylaws; and declaring an
emergency (Gilbert Davidson)
L. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
1. Legislative Issues: Discussion/Direction/Action regarding all pending
legislation (Mike Reuwsaat/Stephen Romero)
M. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
1. Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3), Council may ask
for discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Town Attorney
concerning any matter listed on this agenda.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Council Chambers
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653
July 1, 2008, at or after 7:00 p.m.
2. Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4) and (7),
discussion or consultation for legal advice with the Town's attorneys and
discussion and to consider its position and instruct the Town Manager and
staff concerning the lawsuit entitled Town of Marana v. Pima County/Pima
County v. Marana (consolidated), Maricopa County Superior Court No.
CV2008-001131.
3. Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(4), discussion and
consultation with the Town's attorneys concerning the lawsuit entitled
Fidelity National Title v. Town of Marana, Pima County Superior Court
No. 020082776.
4. Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(4) and (7) to consider
the Town's position and instruct its representatives regarding negotiations
for the purchase of property rights needed for the Twin Peaks interchange
project, CIP number 2001-44, from the parcels of property generally
identified as Pima County Assessor's parcel numbers 226-15-0020, -020D &
-002B; 226-15-008B, -017B, -018B & -019A; 221-04-OOSB, 226-36-OOSB & -
OOSC; and 226-15-008A & -018D; and to instruct the Town's attorneys in
settlement negotiations and contemplated condemnation proceedings
relating to the same property rights.
N. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Notwithstanding the mayor's discretion of what items to place on the
agenda, if three or more council members request an item to be placed on
the agenda, it must be placed upon the agenda for the second regular town
council meeting after the date of the request (Marana Town Code, Title 2,
Chapter 2-4, Section 2-4-2 B)
O. ADJOURNMENT
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MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: E. 1
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: Tom Ellis, Director, Parks and Recreation Department
SUBJECT: Presentation: Star Spangled Spectacular -July 4 Event
DISCUSSION
This year, the Town of Marana's annual Star Spangled Spectacular -July 4 Celebration will be
held in Ora Mae Harn Park beginning at 6:00 p.m. and continuing until 11:00 p.m. This year's
title sponsor is Meritage Homes. The fireworks show will begin at 9:00 p.m. Our Master of
Ceremonies is KOLD's Dan Marries. "Exit 303" will perform on the main stage starting at 7:00
p.m. There will be military exhibits, jumping castles and activities for the kids, a watermelon
eating contest, and the vendor plaza with information, arts and crafts, food, and fun. Public
parking is available for $5 at the MUSD field west of Postvale Road accessed from Barnett Road
and the I-10 Frontage Road. Other sponsors for this event include Comcast Cable, KOLD News,
Marana News, The King's Carnival, and Tucson Newspapers.
A V.I.P. Dinner is available at the Marana Senior Center from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Invitations
have been mailed.
The Mayor and Town Council will park in their designated spots at the Marana Municipal
Complex.
Ana Anderson, Recreation Coordinator, has done a magnificent job coordinating this year's
event. Thanks also, to Marana Police Department, Public Works Traffic Engineering,
Operations and Maintenance, and the Town Manager's Office for their assistance.
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MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: E. 2
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk
SUBJECT: Presentation: U.S. Army Flight Training Detachment -Peace
Vanguard
DISCUSSION
LTC- Greg Bush and Adjutant General Jeremy Christopher from U.S. Army Flight Training
Detachment -Peace Vanguard at Pinal Airpark will be introducing the outgoing commander,
LTC Samuel Tan, Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the incoming commander, LTC
Sam Peng.
There will give abrief -slide presentation and overview of the Country of Singapore, Singapore
Air Force, and the mission of the Peace Vanguard in training Singapore pilots to fly the Apache
Attack Helicopter at Pinal Airpark.
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MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: E. 3
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Joshua H. Wright, Assistant to the Town Manager
SUBJECT: Presentation: Development Services Master Improvements Plan
DISCUSSION
The Town of Marana Development Services Center (DSC), comprised of the core departments of
Planning, Building Safety, and Public Works, as well as the support departments of Utilities and
Technology Services, formed the Development Services Process Improvement Initiative (DSPII)
in 2007 after several years of discussion on how to create a program for improving the efficiency
and effectiveness of development processes. The goals of the DSPII are as follows:
* Determine where the development process can be streamlined
* Ensure financial and operational accountability in the DSC
* Create appropriate performance measures for DSC processes and staff
* Ensure that the customer consistently receives the highest quality service when utilizing the
DSC
Since the inception of the DSPII, DSC, staff have been working to achieve the program's goals
and have made a number of significant achievements by creating a more customer-friendly DSC
and making its process more transparent to the public and business. community. To ensure that
progress continues, DSC staff formed a "Master Improvements Plan" which outlines what has
been achieved in the DSPII to date as well as what actions need to be taken in the future. The
Master Improvements Plan provides also provides staff assignments and completion timeframes
for each recommended action.
On June 12, 2008, the DSC Master Improvements Plan was presented to the DSC Citizens
Advisory Committee, a group made up of area business leaders who review DSC process
improvements and make recommendations on future actions. The Committee approved the
Master Improvements Plan 5-0 and recommended that it be brought before Council for a
presentation.
ATTACHMENTS
DSC Master Improvements Plan.
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IMPROVEMENT INITIATIVE (DSPII)
MASTER IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
JUNE 2008
DSPII Participants
Marana Town Council:
Ed Honea, Mayor
Herb Kai, Vice Mayor
Russell Clanagan, Councilmember
Patti Comerford, Councilmember
Carol McGorray, Councilmember
Jon Post, Councilmember
Roxanne Ziegler, Councilmember
Michael A. Reuwsaat, Town Manager
Development Services Center Advisory Committee:
Paul Parisi, Chair, Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Read Bryant, Cartridge World
Marty Hill, Fidelity National Title
Chuck Luhtala, Canyon Community Bank
Steve Miklosi, Breakers Water Park
Michele O'Brien, Long Realty
Michael Ross, Casas Bonitas Development
Ed Stolmaker, Ex-Officio, Marana Chamber of Commerce
Development Services Process Improvement Initiative (DSPII) Team Members:
Gilbert Davidson, Deputy Town Manager
Breanne Lorefice, Administrative Assistant to the Deputy Town Manager
Tim Mattix, Development Services Records Manager
Josh Wright, Assistant to the Town Manager
Kevin Kish, Planning Director
Lisa Shafer, Assistant Planning Director
Barbara Johnson, Public Works Director
Keith Brann, Assistant Public Works Director /Town Engineer
Ryan Benavides, Assistant Public Works Director
John Huntley, Building Official /Building Safety Director
Brad DeSpain, Utilities Director
Ann Meaders, Utilities Administrator
Mike Mencinger, Operations & Maintenance Director
Goals of the DSPII
Goal 1:
Determine where the development process can be streamlinea~
The DSPII seeks to move customers through the development process as efficiently and
effectively as possible. Unnecessary or repetitive steps required of customers due to antiquated
internal procedures should be reanalyzed and removed.
Goa12:
Ensure financial and operational accountability and transparency in the Development
Services Center (DSC).
DSC customers and the general public should clearly understand the development, review and
permitting processes related to their individual projects. Financial information on the operation
of the DSC should be readily available and managed prudently, and customers should feel they
have maximized the value of dollars spent utilizing DSC services.
Goa13:
Create appropriate performance measures for DSC processes and staff.
Staff, programs and procedures should all beheld to the highest standards of professionalism,
service, and excellence. Indicators and analyses should be put in place to track the progress of
the DSPII and its affiliated personnel.
Goa14:
Ensure that the customer consistently receives the highest quality service when utilizing the
DSC.
DSC customers should speak highly of their experience working with the Town of Marana and
should feel satisfaction in the design, review, permitting, and development of their projects.
Phase I: Projects Completed
1) "Full-Circle" Notification Letter: A common problem in development services is a lack
of communication between all involved parties: the Town, the contractors (engineers,
architects, builders, etc.) and the owner /developer of the land on which the project is
occurring. This letter, initiated by the Planning Department, notifies all parties whenever
a significant action or change is made, ensuring that everyone involved is kept current on
project status.
2) Post-Council Letter: This letter is sent to an applicant after his /her project is considered
by the Mayor and Town Council. The correspondence details the results of the public
body's hearing on the project in question and outlines the next steps in the development
process.
3) DSC Advisory Committee: The Development Services Advisory Committee was formed
in 2008 as aseven-member public body to provide guidance to DSC staff on the DSPII.
The Committee, representing various elements of development community, meets once
per month to advise DSC staff on perceptions of the DSC in the development community
and how the Town can be more customer-friendly.
4) DSC Records Management Center: The DSC Records Management Center opened in the
fourth quarter of 2007 as a central receiving and processing point for all records,
materials and documentation relating to public and private development occurring within
the Town of Marana. A staff of three, including a DSC Records Manager, operate the
center, which includes storage, copy, scanning, archiving, retrieval and statistical support
functions.
5) DSC Directors Roundtable Meetings: Occurring weekly, the DSC Directors Roundtable
Meetings include all executive-level staff who work in the DSC, including the
department heads of Planning, Building Safety, Public Works, and their respective deputy
/ assistant directors. During these meetings, staff collaborate on major public and private
projects within the Town, as well as discuss process improvement initiatives such as the
DSPII. For special projects, appropriate directors from other departments are included,
such as the Marana Regional Airport, Parks and Recreation, and Operations and
Maintenance.
6) In-House Addressing: In the summer of 2007, the Town of Marana became the first Pima
County municipality to return official addressing functions to the city and town level.
Previously issued by Pima County Development Services, address cards are necessary for
development to occur within the Town. Hosting addressing services in-house through the
Town's Technology Services department aids in Marana's goal of being a "one-stop
shop" for development.
7) New DSC Website / Webpa~e: A new, centralized DSC webpage was launched in May
2008 with links to other DSC department webpages, as well as information on the DSC
Records Division, updates on major community projects that may affect development,
marketing materials, and information on DSC processes and procedures. DSC staff will
continue to research the feasibility of having the DSC webpage linked to a different URL
to facilitate direct access for customers, similar to what is done at Pima County and other
jurisdictions (e.g. www.pimaxpress.com).
8) CRW Permit Trak Data Cleanup and GIS Inte rag tion: Because of poor quality data being
repeatedly inputted into the CRW permit tracking software, it is has been virtually
impossible to obtain useful reports on the efficiency with which the DSC processes
permit applications. To address this situation, the Technology Services department
implemented a process to repair the data in the CRW system's Permit Trak module,
cleaning and standardizing it to the point where it is uniform enough to produce
management-level reports. At the same time, data in the CRW system was linked via its
Land Trak module to information in the Town's GIS system, providing a method to
ensure consistency and accuracy for future data entry.
9) Online Mapping: Within the past two years, the Geographic Information Services and
now Technology Services departments have improved DSC staffs ability to visualize
data by replacing the outdated MarGIS application with a new, web-based version of the
program. In the past year, this application has been made available to members of the
general public, including the development community, and is accessed through the
Town's website. This tool allows the user to not only view satellite and orthographic
imagery of the Town, but also utilize multiple layers of parcel data to help make better
development decisions.
Phase II: To Be Completed by June 30, 2009
1) Form Standardization: All forms used by DSC customers relating to development process
and permits will be standardized. Similar formats, headings, and typesets should be used,
and forms for the Building Safety, Public Works, and Planning departments should be
color-coded by department.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration
2) Customer Service Survey: A new customer service survey of DSC will be created and
launched. This survey will correct the problems that were present in the old customer
service survey, and will be tailored to which services each customer actually used (i.e.
Building Safety customers will receive a Building Safety survey). The surveys will be
color-coded in the same color scheme as used for the forms standardization project, and
will be available in multiple formats: website, paper copy, electronic kiosk, mail
postcard, and others as logical or necessary. Data from the surveys will be regularly
collected, analyzed and presented to DSC directors and the DSC Advisory Committee.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration
3) Marketing; Materials: The DSC will develop marketing materials to better communicate
with its customers. These marketing materials will include, but shall not be limited to:
information on services offered by DSC, step-by-step guides or checklists for processing
a project through all DSC and related departments, press releases on significant DSC
achievements, and information on current DSC permitting turnaround timeframes. The
marketing materials will be distributed as broadly as possible.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Public Information Office
4) In-House Cop~g & Scanning Services: The creation of the DSC Records Division in
fa112008 and the purchase of new copying, scanning, printing, and records retrieval
software and equipment shortly thereafter has enabled DSC to decrease its outsourcing of
reproduction services. Presently, the DSC Records Division is in a pilot phase of
handling all plan set scanning and copying for several DSC departments; this service
should be expanded to include all DSC departments as soon as the pilot phase concludes.
Hosting these services in-house is expected to cut up to a week off the total time
necessary to review and process plan sets for DSC customers.
Lead Staff: DSC Records Management Division
5) Electronic Plan Submission: Most of the outside contractors used by the DSC staff and
customers alike (e.g. architects, engineers, etc.) utilize electronic drafting equipment and
software to produce plans and documents. Rarely are hand-drawn plans submitted to
DSC staff for review. Presently, however, all plans submitted to the DSC for review must
be hard copies as no electronic submission system exists for transmitting plans without
first printing them. This situation creates an incredible waste of paper and time. To
correct this problem, DSC staff will explore options and create a pilot program for
electronic plan transmission between town staff, contractors, applicants, and other
interested parties.
Lead Staff: Building Safety, Technology Services
6) Analysis /Training for Over-the-Counter Permitting The DSC will develop a program
that identifies and lists permits for which plans can be processed "over-the counter," or
otherwise require very little review and can be submitted by and returned to the applicant
while he or she waits in the DSC lobby area. These specific types of reviews, after being
identified, will be marketed to the public as an available DSC program and DSC staff will
be provided with appropriate training to provide these services.
Lead Staff: Planning, Building Safety, Public Works
7) Audit of DSC Cash Handling Procedures: DSPII staff will research and select an option
for performing an audit of the cash handling procedures for the DSC, including cash
intake /collections /billing, receipting, transmission to other outside agencies and
contractors, accounting, and other elements as logical or necessary. The audit maybe
performed using in-house staff or may require the use of an outside auditor.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Finance
8) Research of Satellite Office: Because of the Marana Town Hall's somewhat remote
location from the rest of the Tucson Metropolitan Area, the feasibility of opening a
satellite DSC office further south will be researched and all options fully vetted. An
analysis of staffing and space requirements for such an office will also be performed, as
will a determination of what types of services should be offered at that location. Should a
satellite office be determined to be a viable option, implementation may also occur in this
or any phase of the improvements plan.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration
9) Small Business Feedback Forums: The DSC will work in conjunction with the Marana
Chamber of Commerce to host several Small Business Feedback Forums throughout the
fiscal year. These forums should generally consist of educational sessions on DSC
processes, procedures and improvements, and act as a vehicle for DSC staff to receive
feedback on small business owners' satisfaction with services they have received from
the DSC.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Economic Development Office
10) Community Educational Sessions: The DSC will host several educational sessions
throughout the fiscal year for members of the business, construction, and development
communities regarding DSC permitting and plan review. The focus of these sessions will
be what the town's DSC procedures and land use codes require in a plan submittal that
maybe different from other neighboring jurisdictions, improvements to the DSC's
processes and technologies, and other topics as logical or necessary. These educational
sessions may be modeled after those already occurring in several nearby jurisdictions.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Building Safety, Planning, Public Works
11) Post Application /Closeout Meetings: Presently, the town's Planning department hosts
the "Pre-Application" meeting series. In these meetings, private sector developers and
their consultants are asked to meet with town staff before submitting any plans for their
projects to determine the projects' feasibilities and any potential difficulties in moving
the project through the development review process. Invited representing the public
sector are the three core DSC departments, as well as the town's water department, the
Northwest Fire Rescue District, and any other entities that may need to review the project
plans. These meetings have proved extremely productive in catching potential
development obstacles early-on in the process before time and money are wasted.
However, there is presently no corresponding meeting after the project's completion,
leaving many developers with temporary certificates of occupancy, non-returned or non-
cashed performance bonds, and files and records that have not been closed out. To
ameliorate this problem, the DSC will organize a "post-application" meeting series, in
which the same participants on both the public and private sides will be required to
collaborate to fully close out projects.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Building Safety, Planning, Public Works
12) Research and Implement Options for DSC Teambuilding_ DSPII staff will research and
then implement options to improve teamwork, cooperation, and a sense of pride in their
place of work among DSC staff members. Options may include events, training,
programs, marketing campaigns, or other initiatives as logical or necessary that will be
exclusively for employees of DSC departments.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration
13) Analysis /Training for Centralized Permitting: DSC staff will research, analyze, and
initiate training schedules for a centralized permitting unit. Centralized permitting will act
as inflow, outflow, and routing mechanism for plan review for the Planning, Building
Safety, and Public Works department, taking in applications from customers, routing plan
sets and application materials to appropriate DSC reviewers, and recollecting and
processing approved plan sets for return to applicants. To this end, DSC staff have
already completed a number of benchmarking site visits to other communities which
utilize this permitting model, including Pinal County, Pima County, the Town of Oro
Valley, and the City of Henderson, Nevada. DSC staff will investigate and present to the
DSC directors and other appropriate staff options for staffing, processes and procedures,
and scope of work in the centralized permitting unit.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, Building Safety, DSC Records Management
Division, Planning, Public Works
14) CRW Project Trak Data Cleanup and GIS Inte agr~ This item follows the CRW Permit
Trak data cleanup completed in Phase I, in which information in the CRW system is
cleaned and standardized so that management-level reports can be generated. The CRW
Project Trak module is used chiefly by the Planning Department and will require the
same data uniformity produced in the CRW Permit Trak cleanup, as well as integration
with the town's GIS databases via the CRW Land Trak module.
Lead Staff: Technology Services, Building Safety
15) Laserfiche Access for Outside A eg, ncies: Laserfiche is a system currently used by Town
employees for the archiving and retrieval of records, including those in the development
services fields. At present, this system is only accessible to employees of the Town and
all others who need to view records in this system must complete a public records request
form through the Town Clerk's Office. To increase the flow of information between the
Town and its development review partners, DSC staff will explore safe and secure
options for opening the Laserfiche system to viewing by other agencies that review
development plans, including the Northwest Fire /Rescue District, the Pima County
Assessor's Office, and others deemed appropriate.
Lead Staff: Technology Services, DSC Records Management Division, Town Clerk's
Office
16) Online Permitting /eTrakIt: Recently, the CRW system was opened partially to the
general public by means of a web-based module called eTrakIt. The eTrakIt module
allows citizens and the business community to check the status of a permit, inspection, or
other development review by visiting the Town of Marana website. To expand on this
new module, DSC staff will continue to research and implement ways for simple and
routine permit applications to be fully completed online. Specific types of permits that are
suitable for online review and approval will be identified by DSC staff, and the
Technology Services department will work with DSC directors to create aweb-based
system through which applications and plans can be submitted, fees can be paid, and
permits can be printed.
Lead Staff: Building Safety, Planning, Public Works, Technology Services
17) CRW Code Trak Cleanup GIS Integration, and Building Code Enforcement: This item
also follows the CRW Permit Trak cleanup in Phase I, standardizing all modules within
the CRW system so that they are both able to produce management-level reports as well
as share data with the CRW Land Trak module for GIS integration. The Code Trak
module is presently used chiefly by field inspection staff in the Planning department,
although this item also seeks to expand use of Code Trak to Building Safety inspection
staff for use in enforcement of these codes. Simultaneous with the Code Trak cleanup and
Land Trak integration, DSC staff will develop policies, procedures, and a staffing plan
for a comprehensive code enforcement unit.
Lead Staff: Building Safety, Planning, Technology Services
18) CRW License Trak Activation and GIS Inte agr tion: DSC staff will work with the Town
Clerk's Office to activate the License Trak module in CRW and integrate it with the other
CRW modules, including Land Trak for GIS database sharing. The License Trak module
would replace the business license application, issuance, and record keeping process
currently used by the Town Clerk's Office and link it with other development-related
functions handled by DSC departments. This integration will provide for a seamless flow
of data between business licensing and development in Marana.
Lead Staff: Town Clerk's Office, Finance, Technology Services, Building Safety,
Planning
Phase III: To Be Completed by June 30, 2010
1) Implementation of Over-the-Counter Permitting: DSC staff will implement the over-the-
counterpermitting process which was analyzed and for which staff was trained in Phase
II of the DSC Master Improvements Plan. Implementation of this process includes the
aforementioned marketing efforts to publicize the new program.
Lead Staff: Planning, Building Safety, Public Works
2) Technolo ~cg1 al Improvements: Building from Phase II's electronic plan submission item,
technological improvements in Phase III will include significant upgrades to DSC staff
computing equipment to allow for electronic plan submission and transmission to all
appropriate DSC staff reviewers. These reviewers will have the ability to electronically
edit and comment on plan sets before transmitting them back to the applicant, as well as
engage in collaborative and simultaneous plan review with other DSC staff and outside
agencies. This item is anticipated to require major improvements to town computing
hardware and software, as well as additional staff to provide technological support.
Lead Staff: Building Safety, Technology Services
3) Mobile Data Terminals for Inspectors: Upon completion of Technological Upgrades
mentioned in Item 2 above, DSC staff will implement mobile data terminals (MDTs) for
all inspection staff in the Planning, Building, and Public Works departments. These
portable laptop computers, installed in town vehicles, will allow inspection staff to
achieve areal-time flow of information between the field and the town's main offices.
Inspection staff will carry the MDTs to the sites of their daily inspections, and will be
able to view electronic versions of plans or other pertinent data as well as make
comments for immediate transmission back to office staff. This item will assist the
building inspection, code enforcement, and engineering /grading inspection units of the
DSC.
Lead Staff: Building Safety, Technology Services
4) Implementation of Centralized Permitting: DSC staff will implement the centralized
permitting unit as developed during Phase II. A plan for staffing, scope of work,
processes and procedures, and any other relevant information for the creation of the new
unit will be presented to DSC directors and other appropriate staff by the completion date
for Phase II. Phase III will include actual creation of the unit and its integration into the
work flow of the other DSC departments.
Lead Staff: DSC Administration, DSC Records Management Division, Planning,
Building Safety, Public Works
Phase IV: Completion Date To Be Determined Based on External Factors
1) New DSC Building: A new DSC building will be leased or constructed, similar to the
previous setup on West Orange Grove Road. This building will be large enough to house
the three core DSC departments (Building Safety, Planning, and Public Works), as well
as the DSC Records Division and any other departments or divisions deemed appropriate
for inclusion. Significant storage space and acustomer-friendly lobby area should also be
kept in mind during the design stage. This project is contingent on funding from the
capital improvements program (CIP).
Lead Staff: Mayor and Council, Public Works, DSC Administration, Town
Manager's Office, Finance, DSC Records Management Division
2) Wastewater Review and Permitting: The Town of Marana will control the ability to
review sewer /wastewater plans for projects located within the town limits, as well as
issue all required permits for projects. This ability will enhance the speed with which
projects in Marana are completed, as well as contribute to the DSC's goal of becoming a
"one-stop shop" for development services related needs.
Lead Staff: Mayor and Council, Town Manager's Office, Public Works, Utilities,
Legal
3) Town-wide Potable Water Review and Permitting: The Town of Marana will control the
ability to review all plans for potable water lines and systems within the town limits,
except those it deems unnecessary or financially unfeasible to administer. This ability
will enhance the speed with which projects in Marana are completed, as well as
contribute to the DSC's goal of becoming a "one-stop shop" for development services
related needs.
Lead Staff: Mayor and Council, Town Manager's Office, Legal, Utilities, Public Works
TOWN COUNCIL
MEETING TOWN OF MARANA
INFORMATION
MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: I. 1
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: C. Brad DeSpain, Utilities Director
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2008-87: Relating to Utilities; approving and
authorizing the execution of the Mutual Aid Agreement an
Intergovernmental Agreement Among Members of the Arizona
Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network.
DISCUSSION
Emergencies may overwhelm the ability of any utility to adequately meet the service needs of its
customers. These emergencies may require additional personnel, equipment, services, or
supplies that are not routinely available. The utilities in Arizona have met to establish an
intrastate mutual assistance program called Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response
Network (AZWARN).
Members of AZWARN sign a mutual aid agreement that provides procedures to notify members
of a need for assistance and request resources. The agreement also provides a mechanism for
compensation for resources, as well as creates a steering committee to guide implementation of
this agreement.
Each member will identify an authorized designee that provides contact information, and they
may request assistance from any AZWARN member in the event of an emergency. The
authorized designee also has discretion as to the availability of resources, a choice of providing
assistance, and the right to withdraw assistance after atwenty-four hour notice. The Utilities
Director will serve as the authorized designee for the Town of Marana.
Assistance provided under this agreement, will be consistent with the National Incident
Management System (NIMS). Reimbursement will be according to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) schedule of equipment rates unless different rates have been
submitted to the AZWARN Board or the requesting and responding members agree to different
rate amounts in writing.
Upon approval of this Intergovernmental Agreement by Mayor and Town Council, Marana will
become a Member of AZWARN. The agreement will become effective on the Secretary of State
recorded date. The Intergovernmental Agreement will be terminated on June 30, 2020, unless
extended. Mayor and Town Council may terminate its participation in the agreement through a
resolution.
BLUAZWARN 06/24/20084:40 PMAPM
ATTACHMENTS
Membership/Participation Guidance Procedure; AZWARN Member Contact Information;
FEMA Schedule of Equipment Rates; and Mutual Aid IGA.
RECOMMENDATION
'The Utility Commission and Staff recommend approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement that
would provide mutual aid between municipalities, townships, districts and public agencies, to co-
ordinate response activities during Water and Wastewater Emergencies.
SUGGESTED MOTION
I move to adopt Resolution No. 2008-87.
BLUAZWARN
06/24/20084:35 PMAPM
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MARANA RESOLUTION N0.2008-87
RELATING TO UTILITIES; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT AMONG
MEMBERS OF THE ARIZONA WATER AND WASTEWATER AGENCY RESPONSE
NETWORK.
WHEREAS, Members of the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network
(AZWARN) recognize the value of cooperative efforts in responding to water and wastewater utility
emergencies and intend to look for opportunities to cooperate with local governments, Tribal entities,
and federal agencies to meet the need for mutual aid in emergencies; and
WHEREAS, one or more members to this Agreement may find it necessary to utilize all their
own resources to cope with a "Local Emergency" a "Government-Declared State of Emergency" or a
"Utility Emergency" and may require the assistance of another member or other members; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable that the manner of financing such cooperative undertakings be
resolved in advance of such Emergency; and
WHEREAS, it would be beneficial to have established a plan and procedures in case of
emergencies; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Town Council have determined that the Town's membership in
AZWARN is in the best interest of the residents of the Town of Marana.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town of Marana and
Municipalities, Municipal Corporations, Counties, Districts and Public Agencies, attached as Exhibit
A to and incorporated here by this reference, to become a member of AZWARN, is hereby
authorized and approved.
SECTION 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute, and the Town Clerk
in hereby authorized and directed to attest to, said Exhibit A for and on behalf of the Town of
Marana.
SECTION 3. The various Town officers and employees are authorized and directed to
perform all acts necessary or desirable to give effect to this resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
MARANA, ARIZONA, this 1St day of July 2008.
Ed Honea, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Frank Cassidy, Town Attorney
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ARIZONA WATER /WASTEWATER AGENCY RESPONSE NETWORK
(AZWARN)
Membership /Participation Guidance Procedure
PURPOSE:
The intent of this procedure is to provide general guidance on the process of becoming a member
of the Arizona Water /Wastewater Agency Response Network (AZWARN).
MEMBERSHIP:
Currently there are only two types of memberships in AZWARN: Member and an Associate.
Member: Is a participating governmental entity in AZWARN who has executed the AZWARN
Agreement and is recorded with the Secretary of State.
Associate: Anon utility participant APPROVED by the AZWARN Board. Associates are
nonvoting and do not sign the AZWARN Agreement. Procedures for Associate membership will
be forthcoming.
NOTE: Due to the current Laws of the State of Arizona, private utilities cannot sign the
AZWARN Agreement to become a member. Until the laws are changed, (hopefully soon)
private utilities need to work with a Member of the AZWARN and have some type of Service
Contract with the member. The Member can request or respond assistance under AZWARN.
Until such time as the laws are changed; private utilities are encouraged to become Associate
members of AZWARN.
MEMBER PROCEDURE:
Member Procedure Step 1: Obtain the AZWARN Agreement, Contact Information Sheet, and
FEMA Schedule from an existing member or contact:
Jean Voelkel, RWRD,
AWPCA AZWARN,
201 N. Stone Ave. 8th Floor, Public Works Bldg.
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Tucson, Arizona 85701-1207
Phone: (520) 740-6500
Member Procedure Step 2: Have your governing body sign the AZWARN Agreement. It is
recommended that a minimum of three (3) originals be signed. The minimum distribution will
be: Secretary of State, AZWARN, and Member.
The governing body should designate their member representative.
Complete the Contact Information sheet that will be provided to AZWARN
Determine if the entity will use the FEMA Equipment Schedule or use different equipment rates.
Member Procedure Step 3: Send all the original Agreements to the Secretary of State for
recording. Use the following procedure:
Address the mailing and letter to:
Maigon Caviness, State of Arizona Intergovernmental Clerk
Capital Executive Towers, 7th Floor
1700 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2888
Phone: (602) 364-3229
The letter needs to have the following components:
• a. Request recording of Agreement under SOS #26721
b. The SOS has this Agreement titled as Arizona's Water and Waste Water
c. Note that the Agreement has an expiration of June 30, 2020
d. Indicate where the recorded agreements should be returned to.
The Secretary of State will record the Agreement. The Secretary of State will retain one of the
originals and send the rest back to you.
Member Procedure Step 4: Forward a recorded Agreement, completed Contact Information
sheet, and an alternate equipment schedule if not using the FEMA Equipment Schedule. These
documents should be sent to:
Jean Voelkel, RWRD,
AWPCA AZWARN,
201 N. Stone Ave. 8th Floor, Public Works Bldg.
Tucson, Arizona 85701-1207
Phone: (520) 740-6500
AZWARN MEMBERSHIP GUIDANCE PROCEDURES
PAGE 2
ASSOCIATE PROCEDUE:
Associate membership in AZWARN requires Approval from AZWARN. The procedures for
requesting Associate membership with AZWARN will be forthcoming.
AZWARN MEMBER CONTACT INFORMATION
Agency Name:
Address:
City:
County:
24 Hour Telephone No.:
Zip Code:
Type of Agency: Water ~ Wastewater ~
Authorized Designee:
Telephone:
Cell Phone:
Email:
Emergency Contact:
Telephone:
Cell Phone:
Email:
Emergency Contact:
Telephone:
Cell Phone:
Title:
Email:
FEMA: Schedule of Equipment Rates
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Schedule of Equipment Rates
. Excel Version of this Document (XLS, 68 KB)
. Appendix to FEMA Schedule of Equipment Rates: Aircraft Rates (PDF 20KB)
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
RESPONSE AND RECOVERY DIRECTORATE
INFRASTRUCTURE DIVISION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20472
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The rates on this Schedule of Equipment Rates are for applicant-owned equipment in good mechanical condition,
complete with all required attachments. Each rate covers alI costs eligible under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster
Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. § 5121, et seq., for ownership and operation of equipment,
including depreciation, overhead, all maintenance, field repairs, fizel, lubricants, tires, OSHA equipment and other
costs incident to operation. Standby equipment costs are not eligible.
Equipment must be in actual operation performing eligible work in order for reimbursement to be eligible. LABOR
COSTS OF OPERATOR ARE NOT INCLUDED in the, rates and should be approved separately from equipment
costs.
Information regarding the use of the Schedule is contained in 44 CFR § 206.228 Allowable Costs. Rates for
equipment not listed will be furnished by FEMA upon request. Any appeals shall be in accordance with 44 CFR §
206.206 Appeals.
THESE RATES ARE APPLICABLE TO MAJOR DISASTERS AND EMERGENCIES DECLARED BY THE
PRESIDENT ON oR AFTER THE DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS SCHEDULE. -August 28, 2005
Cost
Code Equipment Specs Size HP Notes Unit Rate
8490 Aerial Lift, Self- Max. Platform 37 Ft to I S Articulated
Telesco in Scissor.
p g' hour $5.70
Pro elled Height ,
8491 Aerial Lift, Self- Max. Platform 60 Ft to 30 Articulated, Telesco in Scissor.
p g' hour $11.80
Propelled Height
8492 Aerial Lift, Self-
Propelled Max. Platform
Height 70 Ft to 50 Articulated, Telesco m Scissor.
p g' hour $21.40
8493 Aerial Lift, Self- Max. Platform 125 Ft to 85 Articulated and Telescoping. our $38.50
Propelled Height
8494 Aerial Lift, Self- Max. Platform 150 Ft tO Articulated and Telescoping. hour $60.00
Propelled Height 130
8486 erial Lift, Truck Max. Platform 25 Ft Articulated and Telesco in
p g hour $5.40
Mntd Height
8487 Aerial Lift, Truck Max. Platform 50 Ft Articulated and Telescoping. hour $9.00
Mntd Height
Aerial Lift, Truck Max. Platform
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8488 Mntd Height 75 Ft Articulated and Telescoping. hour $19.10
8489 Aerial Lift, Truck Max. Platform 100 Ft Articulated and Telescoping. hour $36.00
Mntd Height
8010 Air Compressor Air Delivery. 41 CFM to 10 Hoses included. hour $1.55
8011 Air Com ressor Air Delivery 103 CFM to 30 Hoses included. hour $4.75
8012 Air Com zessor Air Delivery 13.0 CFM to 50 Hoses included. hour $9.25
8013 Air Compressor Air Delivery 175 CFM to 90 Hoses included. hour $17.20
8014 Air Compressor Air Delivery 400 CFM Hoses included. hour $24.80
145
8015 Aix Compressor Air Delivery 575 CFM 2 Hoses included. hour $40.50
30.
8016 Air Compressor Air Delivery 1100 CFM Hoses included. hour $60.00
355
8017 Air Compressor Air Delivery 1600 CFM 50 Hoses included. hour $82.00
0
8020 Air Curtain to 50 In ground burner. hour $6.60
Burner
8021 Air Curtain
Burner to 75 In ground burner. hour $7.60
8022 B1LU-nerrtatn 100 In ground burner. hour $8.75
8023 Axr Curtain
Burner to 50 Above ground burner. hour $9.05
8024 Azr Curtain
Burner to 75 Above ground burner. hour $11.60
8025 Burner~~ 100 Above ground burner. hour $ i 5.30
8040 Ambulance tO
150 hour $21.50
8041 Ambulance tO hour $32
00
• 210 .
8060 Auger, Portable Hole Diameter 16 In to 6 hour $1.40
8061 Auger, Portable Hole Diameter 18 In to 13 hour $3.30
8062 Auger, Tractor Max. Auger 36 In to 13 Includes digger, boom and hour $1
80
Mntd Diameter mounting hardware. .
8063 ~gder, Truck S 7a~x. Auger 24 In 100 Guardrail post driver. hour $30.00
8070 Automobile tO
130 Transporting people. mile $ 0.45
8071 Automobile t°
130 Transporting cargo. hour $ 9.75
8072
P Automobile,
olice to
250 patrolling. mile $ 0.55
8073
P Automobile,
olice ~ tO S
250 tationary with engine running. hour $ 14.35
8110 B arge, Deck S ize 1 20`x30'x7.25' hour $ 25.50
811 I B arge, Deck S ize 1 20'x45'x7' hour $ 39.50
8112 B arge, Deck S ize 1 40'x45'x7' hour $ 53.00
8113 B arge; Deck S ize 1 50'x45'x9' hour~$ 62.00
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8115 Barge, Hop er Size 200'x35'x12' en hour $46.50
8116 Barge, Ho per Size 200'x35'x12' Closed hour $54.00
8050 Board, Arrow to 8 Trailer Mounted. hour $3.10
8051 Board, Message to 5 Trailer Mounted. hour $8.55
8133 Boat
Push Size 45'x21'x6' Fiat hull. hour $160.00
, 435
8134 Boat
Push Size 54'x21'x6' 5 Flat hull. hour $182.00
, 25
8135 Boat, Push Size 58'x24'x7.5' 705 Flat boil. hour $226.00
8136 Boat, Push Size 64'x25'x8' 8 Flat hull. hour $270.00
. 70
8130 Boat, Row Heavy duty. hour $0.85
8131 Boat, Runabout Size 13'x5' to 50 Outboard. hour $14.45
8132 Boat, Tender Size 14'x7' Inboard with 360 degree drive. hour $27.00
100
8120 Boat, Tow Size 55'x20'x5' 8 Steel. hour $204
00
70 .
8121 Boat, Tow Size 60'x21'x5' 1050 Steel. hour $339.00
8122 Boat, Tow Size 70'x30'x7.5' 1350 Steel. hour $480.00
8123 Boat, Tow Size I20'x34'x8' 2 Steel. hour $693
00
000 .
8140 Boat, Tug Length 16 Ft Z° hour $31
00
QO .
8I4I Boat, Tug Length 18 Ft 1 hour $48
00
75 .
8142 Boat, Tug Length 26 Ft 2 hour $63
00
50 .
.
8143 Boat, Tug Length 40 Ft 380 hour $140.00
8144 Boat, Tug Length 51 Ft 700 hour $207.00
Breaker,
8419 Pavement, Hand- Weight 2590 Lbs hour $0.70
held
8420 Breaker,
Pavement to 70 hour $29.50
8421 Breaker,
Pavement tO
105 hour $39.50
8422 Breaker,
Pavement tO
13'7 h our $52.00
8150 Broom, Pavement Broom Length 72 In to 20 h our $9.35
8151 Broom, Pavement Broom Length 8 4 In to 45 h our $13.95
8152 Broom, Pavement Broom Length 96 In t~ h our $18
80
I00 .
8153 Mntd ~ Pavement, Broom Length 7 2 In to 18 h our $6.10
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8154 Pull m, Pavement, Broom Length 84 In to 20 hour $7.60
8270 Bucket, Clamshell Capacity 1.0 CY Includes teeth. hour $4.10
8271 Bucket, Clamshell Capacity 2.5 CY Includes teeth. hour $7.25
8272 Bucket, Clamshell Capacity 5.0 CY Includes teeth. hour $12.00
8273 Bucket, Clamshell Ca achy 7.5 CY Includes teeth. hour $16.40
8275 Bucket, Dragline Ca achy 2.0 CY hour $3.30
8276 Bucket, Dragline Capacity 5.0 CY hour $6.95
8277 Bucket, Dragline Capacity 10 CY hour $11.55
8278 Bucket, Dragline Ca achy 14 CY hour $13.50
8180 Bus 150 hour $14.75
8181 Bus 210 hour $22.30
8182 Bus 300 hour $30.50
8190 Chain Saw Bar Length 16 In hour $1.55
8191 Chain Saw Bar Length 25 In hour $3.10
8192 Chain Saw, Pole Bar Size 18 In hour $1.65
8200 Chipper, Brush Ch~ppmg
Capacity 6 In to 35 Trailer Mounted. hour $12.80
8201 Chipper, Brush Chipping
Capacity 12 In to 65 Trailer Mounted. hour $17.70
8202 Chipper, Brush Capacity 16 In ~ ~0 Trailer Mounted. hour $23.00
8203. Chipper, Brush C Parity 18 In i 25 Trailer Mounted. hour $29.00
8204 Chipper, Brush Capacity 18 In 200 Trailer Mounted. hour $42.50
8205 Chipper, Brush Capacity I9 In 300 Trailer Mounted. hour $59.00
8206 Chipper, Brush Chipping
Capacity 19 In tO
450 Trailer Mounted. hour $86.00
8207 Chipper, Brush 650 Trailer Mounted. hour $130.00
8210 Clamshell &
Dra line tO
100 Bucket not included in rate. hour $71.00
8211 Clamshell &
Dragline t O
155 Bucket not included in rate. hour $95.00
8212 Clamshell &
Dragline t O
235 Bucket not included in rate. hour $131.00
8213 Clamshell &
Dragline t
3 O
50 Bucket not included in rate. hour $178.00
8214 Clamshell &
Dragline t
5 0
30 Bucket not included in rate. hour $250.00
8215 Dra lline~ & g fl0 B ucket not included in rate. hour $343.04
8712
S Cleaner,
ewer/Catch H 5
opper CY T ruck Mounted. hour $18.80
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Basin Capacity
Cleaner,
Hopper
8713 Sewer/Catch 14 CY Truck Mounted. hour $23:30
Basin Capacity
8220 Compactor to 10 hoear $8.70
8221 Compactor to 45 hour $15.30
8222 Compactor to 75 hour $22.70
8223 Compactor to 95 hour $28.00
8224 Compactor 150. hour $43.50
8225 Compactor 235 hour $73.00
8226 Compactor 335 hour $119.00
8227 Compactor hour $234.00
535
8228 Compactor, towed to 15 hour $15.00
8229 Compactor, towed to 50 hour $39.00
8230 Compactor, towed 1°00 hour $65.00
8500 Crane Max. Lift g MT to 80 hour $30
50
Capacity .
8501 Crane 15 MT 15 hour $44
00
Capac tS' 0 .
8502 Crane C
p
Lty 27 MT 2 hour $66
00
a
ac 00 .
8503 Crane Capacity 45 MT 300 hour $98.00
8504 Crane CapacLtY 70 MT 350 hour $143.00
8505 Crane CaP~itY 110 MT 450 hour $208.00
8496 Crane, Truck Max. Lift 17600 Lbs hour $22
50
Mntd Capacity .
8497 Crane, Truck. Max. Lift 33000 Lbs hour $34
00
Mntd Capacity .
8498 Crane, Truck Max. Lift 60000 Lbs hour $55
00
Mntd Capacity .
8499 Crane, Truck Max. Lift 120000 Lbs hour $98
00
Mntd Capacity .
8195 Cutter, Brush Cutter Size 8 ft tO $76
00
150 .
8196 Cutter, Brush Cutter Size 8 ft tO $ 86
00
190 .
8197 Cutter, Brush Cutter Size 1 0 ft tO $ 96
00
245 .
8670 Derrick, Max. Boom 5 5 Ft Includes hydraulic pole hour $ 32
50
Hydraulic Digger Length alignment attachment. .
Derrick, Max. Boom Includes hydraulic pole
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8671 Hydraulic Digger Length 75 Ft alignment attachment. hour $34.50
8672 Derrick, Max. Boom 95 Ft Includes hydraulic pole hour $36.50
Hydraulic Digger Length alignment attachment. -
Truck Mounted. Includes
Distributor,
8580 Tank Capacity 500 Gal burners, insulated tank; and hour $10.50
Asphalt circulating s ray bar.
Truck Mounted. Includes
Distributor
8581
~ Tank Capacity 1000 Gal burners, insulated tank, and hour $15.60
Asphalt circulating spray bar.
Truck Mounted. Includes
Distributor
8582
~ Tank Capacity 4000 Gal burners, insulated tank, and hour $19.10
Asphalt circulating spray bar.
8250 Dozer, Crawler to 65 hour $31.00
8251 Dozer, Crawler 105 hour $40.00
8252 Dozer, Crawler 160 hour $55.00
8253 Dozer, Crawler 245 hour $79.00
Crawler
8254 Dozer 3 hour $124.00
, 75
8255 Dozer, Crawler 565 hour $200.00
8256 Dozer, Crawler 850 hour $344.00
8260 Dozer, Wheel 260 hour $55.00
8261 Dozer, Wheel 335 hour $68.00
8262 Dozer, Wheel 445 hour $86.00
8263 Dozer, Wheel 615 hour $126.00
8280 Excavator, Bucket 0.5 CY to 45 Crawler, Truck & Wheel. hour $21
90
Hydraulic Capacity Includes bucket. .
8281 Excavator, Bucket 1.0 CY to 90 Crawler, Truck & Wheel. how. $37
50
Hydraulic Ca achy Includes bucket. .
8282 Excavator, Bucket 1.5 CY to Crawler, Truck & Wheel. hour $64
00
Hydraulic Capacity 160 Includes bucket. .
Excavator
8283
c Bucket to
2.5 CY Crawler Truck & Wheei.
hour
$104
00
Hydrauli Capacity 265 I ncludes bucket. .
8284 Excavator, Bucket 4.5 CY to Crawler, Truck & Wheel. hour $ 163
00
Hydraulic Capacity 420 I ncludes bucket. .
8285 Excavator, Bucket 7 5 CY to Crawler, Truck & Wheel. hour $ 255
00
Hydraulic Capacity 650 I ncludes bucket. .
8280 Excavator, B ucket 1 2 CY to Crawler, Truck & Wheel. hour $ 404
00
Hydraulic Capacity 1000 I ncludes bucket. .
8240 Feeder, Grizzly to 35 hour $ 19.20
8241 Feeder, Grizzly to 55 hour $ 29.00
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8242 Feeder, Grizzly to 75 hour $45.50
8300 Fork Lift Capacity 6000 Lbs to 60 hour $9.90
8301 Fork Lift Capacity 12000 Lbs to 90 hour $14.45
8302 Fork Lift Capacity 18000 Lbs 140 hour $23.90
8303 Fork Lift Capacity 50000 Lbs 21 S hour $42.50
8310 Generator Prime Output 5.5 KW to 10 ~ hour $3.60
8311 Generator Prime Out ut 16 KW to 25 hour $8.45
8312 Generator Prime Output 43 KW to 65 hour $18.10
8313 Generator Prime Output 85 KW 128 hour $28.50
8314 Generator Prime Output 140 KW 200 hour $40.50
8315 Generator Prime Output 210 KW 340 hour $59.00
8316 Generator Prime Output 280 KW 400 hour $76.00
8317 Generator Prime Output 350 KW 500 hour $94.00
8318 Generator Prime Output 530 KW X50 hour $137.00
8319 Generator Prime Output 710 KW 1000 hour $179.00
8320 Generator Prime Output 1100 KW 1500 hour $274.00
8321 Generator Prime Output 1500 KW 2000 hour $369.00
8322 Generator Prime Output 1900 KW 2 hour $457.00
500
8323 Generator Prime Output 2400 KW 3000 hour $547.00
8755 Golf Cart Ca acity 2 person hour $2.55
8330 Graders Moldboard g Ft to 50 Includes Rigid and Articulate hour $23
90
Size equipment. .
8331 Graders Moldboard 10 Ft to Includes Rigid and Articulate hour $32
00
Size 100 equipment. .
8332 Graders Moldboard 12 Ft to Includes Rigid and Articulate hour $43
00
Size 150 equipment. .
8333 Graders Moldboard 14 Ft to Includes Rigid and Articulate hour $60
00
Size 225 equipment. .
8350 Hose, Discharge Diameter 3 In Per 25 foot length- Includes hoax $O
IS
couplings. .
8351 Hose, Discharge Diameter 4 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $0
20
couplings. .
8352 Hose, Discharge Diameter 6 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $ 0
35
c ou lings. .
8353 Hose, Dischazge Diameter 8 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $ 0
55
c ouplings. .
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Discharge Diameter
8354 Hose 12 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $1.15
, couplings.
Discharge Diameter
8355 Hose 16 In Per 2S foot length. Includes hour $1.90
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8356 Hose 3 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $0.20
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8357 Hose 4 In Per 25 foot.Iength. Includes hour $0.30
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8358 Hose 6 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $0.50
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8359 Hose 8 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $0.85
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8360 Hose 12 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $I.80
, couplings.
Suction Diameter
8361 Hose 16 In Per 25 foot length. Includes hour $3.20
, couplings.
8517 Jackhammex (Dry) Weight Class 25-45 Lbs hour $1.10
8518 (~~ammer Weight Class 30-55 Lbs hour $1.20
8380 Loader, Crawler Bucket
Capacity 0.5 CY to 32 Includes bucket. hour $13.90
8381 Loader, Crawler Bucket
Capacity 1 CY to 60 Includes bucket. hour $23.50
8382 Loader, Crawler B paC1~y 2 CY 118 Includes bucket. hour $46.50
8383 Loader, Crawler B paCi~ 3 CY 178 Includes bucket. hour $73.00
8384 Loader, Crawler Capa ity 4 CY 238 Includes bucket. hour $101.00
8385 Loader, Crawler B pae Ty 5 CY 300 Includes bucket. hour $135.00
8540 Loader, Skid- Operating 1000 Lbs to 35 hour $12
50
Steer Capacity .
-
8541 Loader, Skid- Operating 2000 Lbs to 65 hour $17
40
Steer Capacity .
8542 Loader, Skid- Operating 3000 Lbs to 85 hour $20
I O
Steer Capacity .
8543 Loader, Skid- Operating 4000 Lbs to 94 hour $21
00
Steer Capacity .
8401 Wlaedei ~ Tractor, t o 81 hour $17.80
8390 Loader, Wheel Bucket
Capacity 0.5 CY t o 38 hour $13.25
8391 Loader, Wheel Bucket 1
Ca achy CY t o 60 hour $17.10
8392 Loader, Wheel Capac Ty 2 CY 1 05 h our $25.50
8393 Loader, Wheel Capac ty ' CY 1 52 h oax $34.00
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8394 Loader, Wheel C pacrtv 4 CY 200 hour $43.50
8395 Loader, Wheel Capacity 5 CY 250 hour $53.00
8396 Loader, Wheel Capacity 6 CY 305 hour $65.00
8397 Loader, Wheel Bucket 7 C~,
Capacity to
3 60 hour $79.00
8398 Loader, Wheel Capa ty 8 CY 415 hour $92.00
8399 Loader, Wheel B pacify 9 CY 470 hour $105.00
8400 Loader, Wheel B Pae ,ty 10 CY 530 hour $122.00
8570 Loader-Backhoe, Loader Bucket 0.5 CY to 40 Loader and Backhoe Buckets hour $12.25
Wheel Capacity included.
8571 Loader-Backhoe, Loader Bucket 1 CY to 70 Loader and Backhoe Buckets hour $19.70
Wheel Capacity included.
8572 Loader-Backhoe, Loader Bucket 1.5 CY to 95 Loader and Backhoe Buckets hour $28.50
Wheel Capacity included.
8573 Loader-Backhoe Loader Bucket
1'75 CY
~ to Loader and Backhoe Buckets
hour
$36.50
Ca acity
Wheel 115 included.
8410 Mixer, Concrete Batching 10 Cft hour $2.90
Portable Ca aciry
8411 Mixer, Concrete Batching 16 Cft hour $4.25
Portable Capacity
8412 Mixer, Concrete, Batching 11 Cft to 10 hour $9.35
Trailer Mntd Capacity
8413 fixer, Concrete; atching 16 Cft to 25 hour $14
70
Trailer Mntd Capacity .
8075 Motorcycle, mile $0.40
Police
8633 Mulcher, Trailer Working 7 TPH to 35 hour $10
10
Mntd Capacity .
8634 Mulcher, Trailer Working 10 TPH to 55 hour $15
00
Mntd Ca aciry .
8635 Mulcher, Trailer Working 20 TPH tO hour $22
60
Mntd Capacity 120 .
8430
Paver, Asphalt
to 50 Includes wheel and crawler
hour
$41.50
equipment.
8431 Paver, Asphalt to 75 Includes wheel and crawler hour $63.00
equipment.
8432 Paver, Asphalt t o I ncludes wheel and crawler hour $97.00
125 equipment.
8433 Paver, As halt t
p o I ncludes wheel and crawler
hour
$125
00
175 equipment. .
8434 Paver, Asphalt t o I ncludes wheel and crawler hour $151
00
250 e uipment. .
8436 Pick-up, Asphalt $ 57.00
t o
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110
8437 Pick-up, Asphalt tO
150 $82.00
843 8 Pick-up, Asphalt tO
200 $103.00
8439 Pick-up, Asphalt tO
275 $145.00
8660 Plow, Cable Plow Depth 18 in to 30 $9.50
8661 Plow, Cable Plow De th 36 in to 65 $19.30
8662 Plow, Cable Plow Depth 48 in 110 $30.50
8450 d Grader
PMn Width to 10 Ft hour $18.60
t
8451 d Grader
PMn Width to 14 Ft hour $25,00
t
8452 Plow, Truck Mntd Width to 15 Ft hour $14.05
8453 Plow, Truck Mntd Width to 15 Ft With leveling wing. hour $20.40
8470 Pump to 3 Hoses not included. hour $2.70
8471 Pump to 6 Hoses not included. hour $3.70
8472 pump to 10 Hoses not included. hour $5.05
8473 Pump to 15 Hoses not included. hour $6.00
8474 Pump to 25 Hoses not included. hour $8.60
8475 Pump to 40 Hoses not included. hour $11.25
8476 pump to 60 Hoses not included. hoax $16.70
8477 Pump to 95 Hoses not included. hour $24.60
8478 pump 1°40 Hoses not included. hour $26.50
8479 Pump 200 Hoses not included. hour $31.50
8463 pump Extender Length 20 Ft hour $1.25
8460 Pip' WHO Pump Size 6 In hour $2.30
Power
8461 Pip' WHO Pump Size 12 In hour $3.00
Power
8462 pip' WHO Pump Size 24 In hour $7.15
Power
8510 Saw
Concrete Blade 14 In to 14 hour $5.35
, Diameter
8511 Saw, Concrete Blade
Diameter 26 In to 35 hour $12.60
8512 Saw, Concrete Blade
Diameter 48 In to 65 hour $22.10
8513 Saw, Rock to 65 hour $29.00
8514 Saw, Rock t o 90 hour $38.00
8515 Saw, Rock 1 hour $52.04
20
8520 Scraper Ca ~ e~ 11 CY 1 hour $83.00
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8521
Scraper Scraper
Capacity 16 CY tO
250 hour $109.00
8522 Scraper Scraper
Capacity 23 CY tO
365 hour $143.00
8523
Scraper Scraper
Ca achy 34 CY tO
475 hour $173.00
8524 Scraper Capacety 44 CY 600 hour $208.00
8560
Snow Blower
Capacity
2,000 Tph to
400 hour $140.00
8561
Snow Blower
Capacity
2,500 Tph tO
500 hour $157.00
8562 Snow Blower Capacity 3,500 Tph tO
600 hour $180.00
8550 Snow Blower, Capacity 600 Tph to 75 hour $38.50
Truck Mntd
8551 Snow Blower, Capacity 1100 Tph tO
150 hour $60.00
Truck Mntd
8552 Snow Blawer, Capacity 1600 Tph t0 hour $90.00
Truck Mntd 250
8553 Snow Blower,
Capacity
2500 Tph
400
hour
$128.00
Truck Mntd
8558 Snow Thrower, Cutting Width 25 In to 5 hour $12.80
Walk Behind
8559 Snow Thrower, Cutting Width 60 In to 15 hour $16.30
Walk Behind
8630 Seed
Sprayer Working 750 Gal to 30 Trailer & truck mounted. hour $10.70
, Capacity
8631 Seed
Sprayer Working 1250 GaI to 50 Trailer & truck mounted. hour $13.45
, Capacity
8632 Sprayer, Seed Capacity ~ 3500 Gal 115 Trailer & truck mounted. hour $22.40
8458 Spreader, Capacity 5 CY to 4 Trailer & truck mounted. hour $4.10
Chemical
8423 Spreader, Chip W dt~ Hopper 12.5 Ft i 52 hour $50.00
8424 Spreader, Chip Spread Hopper
Width 16.5 Ft tO
215 hour $66.00
8425 pr
ader, Chip,
8
~ Hopper Size 8 Ft to 8 Trailer & truck mounted. hour $3.65
l
d
~
8455 S reader, Sand
p Mountie
g Tailgate,
Chassis hour $4.05
8456 S reader, Sand Mounting Dump Body hour $5.65
8457 Spreader, Sand Mounting Truck (l0yd) hour $7.90
8440 Striper Paint Capacity 40 Gal to 22 hour $12.90
&441 Striper Paint Capacity 90 Gal to 60 hour $19.10
8442 Striper Paint Capacity 120 Gal ~ 2 hour $38.00
8445 Stripez, Truck Paint Capacity 120 Gal tO hour $69.00
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Mntd 460
8446 Striper, Walk- paint Capacity 12 Gal hour $3.25
behind
8157 Sweeper, to hour $47.00
Pavement 1.10
8158 Sweeper, to hour $56.00
Pavement 1 S 0
8159 Sweeper, tO hour $62.00
Pavement 200
8590 Trailer, Dum Capacity ~ 20 CY Does not include Prime Mover. hour $17.40
8591 Trailer, Dump Capacity 30 CY Does not include Prime Mover. hour $26.00
8592 Trailer, Dump Capacity 40 CY Does not include Prime Mover. hour $35.00
8600 Trailer, Capacity 30 Tons hour $9.90
Equipment
8601 Trailer, Capacity 40 Tons hour $ 11.45
Equipment
8602 Trailer, Capacity 60 Tons hour $13.70
uipment
8603 Trailer, Capacity 120 Tons hour $18.30
Equipment ___ _
8640 Trailer, Office _
Trailer Size 8' x 24' hour $1.60
8641 Trailer, Office Trailer Size 8' x 32' hour $1.90
8642 Trailer, Office Trailer Size 10' x 32' hour $2.30
8610 Water
Trailer Tank Capacity 4000 Gal Includes a centrifugal pump with hour $10.65
, sump and a rear spraybar.
8611 Trailer
Water Tank Capacity 6000 Gal Includes a centrifugal pump with hour $12.40
, sump and a rear spraybar.
8612 Water
Trailer Tank Capacity 10000 Gal Includes a centrifugal pump with hour $15.40
, sump and a rear spraybar.
8613 Trailer
Water Tank Capacity 14000 Gal Includes a centrifugal pump with hour $18.70
, sump and a rear spraybar.
8650 Trencher to 35 Walk-behind, Crawler & Wheel hour $14.70
Mounted. Chain and Wheel.
8651 Trencher to 85 Walk-behind, Crawler & Wheel hour $32.50
Mounted. Chain and Wheel.
8652 Trencher to Walk-behind, Crawler & Wheel hour $41
50
115 Mounted. Chain and Wheel. .
8653 Trencher to Walk-behind, Crawler & Wheel hour $61.00
175 Mounted. Chain and Wheel.
8290 Trowel, Concrete Diameter 90 In to 25 hour $11.70
8291 Trowel, Concrete Diameter 100 In to 3 8 hour $17.90
8810 Truck, Bucket Add Flatbed Truck to Truck
Mounted Aerial Lift.
8811 Truck, Cleaning Add Flatbed Truck to Sewer
Cleaner.
Concrete
Truck Mixer t O
8680 ,
Mixer
Capacity 10 CY
25 5 hour $70.00
8681 Truck, Concrete Mixer ,,
1~ CY t
O
hour
$81
00
Mixer Capacity 300 .
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8720 Truck, Dump Capac ty 8 CY 210 hour $25.50
8721 Truck, Dump Capac ty 10 CY 235 hour $28.00
8722 Truck, Dump Capac ty 12 CY 255 hour $31.00
8723 Truck, Dump Capac ty 18 CY 330 hour $46.50
8724 Truck, Dump Capac ty 28 CY 400 hour $77.00
8725 Truck, Dump Capa ity 40 CY 460 hour $85.00
8726 Truck, Dump Capac ty 50 CY 620 hour $108.00
8690 Truck, Fire Pump Ca achy 1000 GPM hour $53.00
8691 Truck, Fire Pump Ca achy 1250 GPM hour $56.00
8692 Truck, Fire Pump Capacity 1500 GPM hour $71.00
8693 Truck, Fire Pump Capacity 2000 GPM hour $77.00
8700 Truck, Flatbed mum 15000 Lbs 150 hour $16.40
8701 Truck, Flatbed G~mum 25000 Lbs 180 hour $20.20
8702 Truck, Flatbed G~~`~` 30000 Lbs 215 hour $26.50
8703 Truck, Flatbed ~~ mum 45000 Lbs 250 hour $29.50
8704 Truck
Flatbed G~imum 50000 Lbs hour $38.00
, . 300
8705 Truck, Flatbed 375 hour $46.00
8706 Truck, Flatbed 450 hour $53.00
8730 Truck, Garbage Capacity 25 CY 255 hour $41.50
8731 Truck, Garbage Capacity 32 CY 325 hour $50.00
8812 Truck, Knuckle Add Flatbed Truck to Truck
Boom ~ Mounted Crane.
8813 Truck
Ladder Add Flatbed Truck to Truck
, Mounted Aerial Lift_
8814 Truck
Line
Add Flatbed Truck to Hydraulic
, Digger Derrick.
8800 Truck, Pickup 130 When transporting people. mile $0.45
8801 Truck, Pickup I ~0 hour $9.75
8802 Truck, Pickup 180 hour $13.35
8803 Truck, Pickup t o hour $16.50
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8804 Truck, Pickup tO
280 hour $19.90
8790 Truck, Tractor t0
210 hour $29.50
8791 Truck, Tractor 265 hoax $36.50
8792 Truck, Tractor 310 hour $42.00
8793 Truck, Tractor 350 hour $44.50
8780 Water
Truck Tank Capacity 2500 Gal to Include pump and rear spray hour $27.50
, 175 system.
8781 Truck
Water Tank Capacity 4000 Gal to Include pump and rear spray hour $39.00
, 250 system.
8620 Tub Grinder 400 hour $78.00
8621 Tub Grinder 500 hour $97.00
8622 Tub Gunder 600 hour $110.00
8623 Tub Grinder 7 hour $125.00
00
8624 Tub Grinder ~ 800 hour $144.00
8625 Tub Grinder 900 hour $156.00
8626 Tub Grinder hour $170.00
1000
8753 Vehicle, to 10 hour $2
75
Recreational .
8750 Vehicle, Sma11 to 30 hour $5.25
8760 Vibrator, Concrete to 4 hour $1.00
8761 Vibrator, Concrete to 8 hour $2.75
8770 Welder
Portable to 16 Includes ground cable and lead hour $4
90
, cable. .
$771 Welder, Portable t o 34 Includes ground cable and lead hour $10
25
cable. .
8772 Welder, Portable t o 50 I ncludes ground cable and Lead hour $14
75
cable. .
8773 Welder, Portable t o 80 I ncludes ground cable and lead hour $21
60
cable. .
Secretary of State File No.: 26721
MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT
AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
AMONG MEMBERS OF
THE ARIZONA WATER AND WASTEWATER
AGENCY RESPONSE NETWORK
This Agreement is made and entered into by and among Municipalities, Municipal
Corporations Counties, Districts and Public Agencies that have executed this Agreement to better
respond to water and wastewater emergencies.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, municipal corporations within Arizona are authorized to own and operate
water distribution and wastewater collection and treatment systems pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-511,
and;
WHEREAS, Domestic Water and Wastewater Improvement Districts are authorized to
operate water and wastewater facilities pursuant to A.R.S. § 48-909 and A.R.S. § 48-1011 et seq.;
WHEREAS, Pima County is authorized to own and operate a wastewater collection and
treatment system pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-264, and;
WHEREAS, Members of the AZWARN recognize the value of cooperative efforts in
responding to water and wastewater utility emergencies and intend to look for opportunities to
cooperate with local governments, Tribal entities, and federal agencies to meet the need for
mutual aid in emergencies; and;
WHEREAS, the signatories to this Agreement are authorized to enter into
intergovernmental agreements pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-952, and;
WHEREAS, one or more members to this Agreement may find it necessary to utilize all
of their own resources to cope with a "Local Emergency" a "Government-Declared State of
Emergency" or a "Utility emergency" and may require the assistance of another member or other
members (collectively, "Member");
WHEREAS, It is desirable that the manner of financing such cooperative undertakings
be resolved in advance of such Emergency; and
WHEREAS, it would be beneficial to have established a plan and procedures in case of
Emergencies;
WHEREAS, separate from this Agreement, state resources will be made available in
accordance with A.R.S. § 35-192; A.R.S. § 26-303(E) and A.R.S. § 26-311;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY AGREED by and between each and all of the
Members hereto as follows:
Secretary of State File No.: 26721
AGREEMENT
Article 1. Purpose
The Members recognize that Emergencies may overwhelm the ability of a water and or
wastewater utility to provide services to its customers. These Emergencies may require
assistance in the form of personnel, equipment, services, and supplies from outside the area of the
impact of the Emergency. Therefore, the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response
Network ("AZWARN") Member utilities hereby establish within the State of Arizona an
Intrastate Program for Mutual Assistance ("Mutual Assistance Program") and create a statewide
Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network ("AZWARN"). Through the Mutual
Assistance Program and AZWARN, the Members will coordinate response activities and may
share resources during Emergencies. This Agreement sets forth the procedures for the
administration of this Mutual Assistance Agreement and AZWARN.
Article 2. Scope
The scope of this Agreement is to (1) provide procedures to notify Members of the need
for assistance; (2) provide procedures for Requesting Members to request assistance; (3) provide
a mechanism for compensation for resources; and (4) create AZWARN to implement this
Agreement.
Article 3. Definitions
3.1 Agreement means this document, the Mutual Aid Agreement, an Intergovernmental
Agreement among Members of the Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response
Network and changes of the agreement as approved by its Members.
3.2 Associate: Any non utility participant, approved by the AZWARN Board, which
provides a support role for the AZWARN program. These participants are nonvoting and
do not officially sign the AZWARN agreement.
3.3 Authorized Designee means an employee of a Member that is authorized by the
Member's Governing Body to request assistance, offer assistance, or declare Utility
Emergencies under this Agreement.
3.4 AZWARN (Arizona Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network) means an
organizational body of Member representatives. Each Member has one representative.
3.5 AZWARN Board means the Chairperson and eight other Member representatives
elected at large among AZWARN Member representatives. The AZWARN Board shall
be formed after the AZWARN Membership exceeds twenty (20).
3.6 AZWARN Chairperson means the Member Representative elected by a majority vote
of AZWARN. This person is responsible for chairing AZWARN meetings, giving
notices as required by this Agreement and is authorized to execute actions approved by
Resolutions of AZWARN.
3.7 Backfill means the salary of replacement personnel who perform the regular duties of
other personnel who are deployed under this mutual aid agreement.
3.8 Coordinator means a person assigned by AZWARN to provide services as directed by
AZWARN such as managing a website, special communication hub, or grant
management.
3.9 Costs mean the actual expenditures of funds by Responding Member, including backfill
and indirect costs.
3.10 District means a domestic water improvement district or domestic wastewater
improvement district created pursuant to A.R.S. § 48-1011 et seq.
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3.11 Emergency means a Local Emergency, pursuant to A.R.S. § 26-301(9) or a Governor
Declared State Emergency, pursuant to A.R.S. § 35-192 or a Utility Emergency as
defined in this Agreement. (Note A.R.S. § 34-604, Emergency Procurement).
3.12 Governing Body means the legislative body (e.g., city council, board of supervisors,
district board or State agencies) elected to manage the affairs of the municipality,
municipal corporation, district, county or Public Agency with statutory authority to enter
into Mutual Aid Agreements.
3.13 Governor-Declared State Emergency means a situation where the Governor has
declared a state of emergency following a determination of the "existence of conditions
of disaster or of extreme peril to the safety of persons or property within the state caused
by air pollution, fire, flood or floodwater, storm, epidemic, riot, earthquake or other
causes, except those resulting in a state of war emergency, which are or are likely to be
beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment and facilities of any single
county, city or town, and which require the combined efforts of the state and the political
subdivision," pursuant to A.R.S. § 35-192.
3.14 Indirect Costs means 10% of the total expenditures of funds by the Responding
Member.
3.15 Local Emergency means the "existence of conditions of disaster or of extreme peril to
the safety of persons or property within the territorial limits of a county, city, or town,
which conditions are or are likely to be beyond the control of the services, personnel,
equipment and facilities of such political subdivision as determined by its Governing
Body and which require the combined efforts of other political subdivisions" pursuant to
A.R.S. § 26-301(9).
3.16 Member means a participating governmental entity in the AZWARN.
3.17 National Incident Management System (NIMS) means the national, standardized
approach to incident management and response that sets uniform processes and
procedures for emergency response operations.
3.18 Period of Assistance means a specified period of time when a Responding Member
assists a Requesting Member. It begins with the Requesting Members' notice of
acceptance of aid and ends when either the Responding Member or Requesting Member
terminates the aid pursuant to notice provisions of this Agreement.
3.19 Private Utility means a water or wastewater distribution, collection or treatment facility
or system which is not owned or operated by a Governing Body, Municipal Corporation
or Water or Wastewater District.
3.20 Requesting Member means a Member who requests assistance in accordance with the
terms and conditions of this Agreement.
3.21 Responding Member means a Member that responds to a request for assistance in
accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
3.22 Utility means an Arizona water or wastewater distribution, collection or treatment facility
or system owned by a Governing Body, or a municipal corporation, or an Arizona water
or wastewater company who is contracting with or licensed by a Governing Body to
,provide services.
3.23 Utility Emergency means an incident or event beyond the capability of a member utility
but does not amount to or require the need of a declaration of emergency by the Mayor,
Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, or the Governor of the State of Arizona. This
emergency is declared by the utility's Authorized Designee. (Note: A.R.S. § 34-604,
Emergency Procurement).
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Article 4. Implementation
4.1 This Agreement will be implemented through AZWARN. Each Member to the
Agreement will select a Member representative who will each have one vote. The Member
representatives will elect a Chairperson. When Membership exceeds twenty (20), AZWARN will
elect eight (8) Member representatives to the AZWARN Board. The Chairperson and each
AZWARN Board Member will have one vote for Board business. Until such time as membership
exceeds twenty (20) Members, AZWARN will serve as the Board.
4.2 AZWARN will meet annually to review this Agreement as well as emergency
preparedness and response procedures, recommending changes when necessary. AZWARN
Member representatives, and subsequently the AZWARN Board, will adopt resolutions, policies,
procedures and by-laws. AZWARN Member representatives will facilitate, plan and coordinate
emergency planning, response activities, and training exercises under this Agreement. AZWARN
Member representatives will also determine budget and funding options.
Article 5. Funding
5.1 The AZWARN Board will be responsible for developing and adopting an annual budget
and establishing funding sources.
5.2 The AZWARN Board may authorize a Member or Associate to accept grants, gifts and
other sources of funds on behalf of the interests of AZWARN. Implementation of this Agreement
may be funded by annual contributions necessary to meet costs of administration and sustaining
this Agreement.
Article 6. Procedures for Requesting Assistance
6.1 Member Responsibility. Each Member will identify an Authorized Designee or the
Authorized Designee's delegate to provide contact information, including 24 hour contact, and
maintain relatively current resource information made available by the utility for mutual
assistance response.
6.2 Requests for Assistance. In the event of an Emergency, a Member's Authorized
Designee may request mutual assistance from any other Participating Member(s). The request for
assistance may also be transmitted to the Coordinator. Requests for assistance may be made
orally or in writing. When made orally, the request for assistance will be followed by a written
request as soon as, practicable but no more than (10) working days after the oral request was
made. Specific protocols for requesting assistance will be provided in the AZWARN
Operational Plan.
6.3 Response to a Request for Assistance. After a Member receives a request for
assistance, the Authorized Designee evaluates whether resources are available to respond to the
request for assistance. Following the evaluation, the Authorized Designee will notify, as soon as
possible, the Requesting Member whether it has the resources to respond. If the Member is
willing and able to provide assistance, the Member will: (1) notify the Requesting Member about
the type of available resources; (2) notify the Requesting Member of the approximate arrival time
of such assistance; (3) inform Requesting Member of any special requirements needed to utilize
the resources; and (4) inform Requesting Member if there are any variations from the
reimbursement provisions of this Agreement. Acceptance of this offer of assistance by the
Requesting Member commences the Period of Assistance.
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6.4 Discretion of Responding Member. Execution of this Agreement does not create any
duty to provide assistance. When a Member receives a request for assistance, the Authorized
Designee will have absolute discretion as to the availability of resources and choice of providing
assistance. An Authorized Designee's decisions on the availability of resources will be final and
not subject to legal challenge.
6.5 Right to Withdraw. The Responding Member's Authorized Designee retains the right
to withdraw some or all of its resources upon 24 hours notice. Notice of intention to withdraw
must be communicated to the Requesting Member's Authorized Designee.
Article 7. Responding Member Personnel
7.1 National Incident Management System. Assistance provided under this Agreement
will be consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
7.2 Control. Personnel sent by a Responding Member will remain under the direct
supervision and control of the Responding Member. The Requesting Member's Authorized
Designee will coordinate response activities with the designated supervisor(s) of the Responding
Member(s).
7.3 Food and Shelter. The Requesting Member will supply reasonable food and shelter for
Responding Member personnel. If the Requesting Member fails to provide food and shelter to
Responding personnel, the Responding Member's designated supervisor is authorized to purchase
the resources necessary to meet the needs of its personnel. The cost for such resources must not
exceed the per diem rates established by the State of Arizona. The Requesting Member remains
responsible for reimbursing Responding Member for all costs associated with providing food and
shelter, if such resources are not provided.
7.4 Communication. The Requesting Member will provide or make arrangements for
appropriate communication equipment for Responding Member personnel.
7.5 Status. Unless otherwise provided by law, the Responding Member's officers and
employees retain the same privileges, immunities, rights, duties, and benefits as provided in their
respective jurisdictions.
Article 8. Reimbursement
Unless otherwise mutually agreed in whole or in part, the Requesting Member will reimburse the
Responding Member for each of the following categories of costs that Responding Member
incurred while providing aid during the specified Period of Assistance. If an alternative fees
schedule is necessary for a Member, alternative fee schedules will be submitted upon signing this
Agreement.
8.1 Personnel. Requesting Member will pay Responding Member for work completed by
Responding Member personnel during a specified Period of Assistance according to the terms
provided in their employment contracts or other conditions of employment. The supervisor(s)
designated by the Responding Member must keep accurate records of work performed by
personnel during the specified Period of Assistance. Reimbursement must include all personnel
costs, including salaries or hourly wages (including overtime and backfill), costs of fringe
benefits, and indirect costs when reimbursing Responding Member. If a Responding Member
uses rates different from these costs, the fee schedule may be attached to the signed agreement
and submitted to the AZWARN Board.
8.2 Equipment. The Requesting Member will reimburse the Responding Member for the
use of equipment during a specified Period of Assistance. Requesting Member will use
equipment rates based on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Schedule of
Equipment Rates. If a Responding Member uses rates different from those in the FEMA
Schedule of Equipment Rates those rates may be attached to the signed agreement and submitted
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to the AZWARN Board. In the event of equipment not included in the schedule of equipment
rates, the Responding Member must provide such rates in writing to the Requesting Member prior
to supplying resources. The Requesting Member and Responding Member must mutually agree,
in writing, on rates prior to Responding Member's dispatch of equipment.
8.3 Materials and Supplies. The Requesting Member must reimburse the Responding
Member in kind or at actual replacement cost, plus handling charges, for use of expendable or
non-returnable supplies. The Responding Member will not charge direct fees or rental charges to
the Requesting Member for other supplies and reusable items that are returned to the Responding
Member in a clean, damage-free condition. The Responding Member and Requesting Member
will treat reusable supplies that are returned to the Responding Member with damage as
expendable supplies for purposes of cost reimbursement.
8.4 .Reimbursement Procedures. The Responding Member must provide an itemized
invoice to the Requesting Member for all expenses it incurred as a result of providing assistance
under this Agreement. The Responding Member will submit the itemized invoice to the
Requesting Member no later than ninety (90) days following the end of the Period of Assistance.
The Requesting Member will pay the full amount due no later than forty-five (45) days following
the invoice date. Any amount that Responding Member leaves unpaid after 45 days will accrue
interest at the statutory annual interest rate of 10% pursuant to A.R.S. § 44-1201.
8.5 Reimbursement Procedures by the State. It is expressly understood that when
Responding Members provide aid under this Agreement to the Requesting Member, the State
may reimburse the Requesting Member for eligible costs as appropriate.
8.6 Excess Costs. The Requesting Member will reimburse the Responding Member for
actual excess costs incurred by Responding Member for required backfill or coverage.
8.7 Personnel Compensation and Insurance. The Requesting Member and the Responding
Member will be responsible for all compensation and insurance coverage of their respective
employees and equipment, if any, involved with mutual aid and consistent with A.R.S. § 26-
314.B.
Article 9. Water Rights
This Agreement will not affect water rights nor create any transfer of water rights.
Members do not intend that this Agreement will serve as a means of drought relief. Drought will
not be considered an Emergency under the terms of this Agreement.
Article 10. Private Utilities
10.1 A participating Member may request assistance for a Private Utility or provide assistance
from a Private Utility to a requesting Member pursuant to this Agreement under the following
conditions: the Member must have a valid contract with the Private Utility that is consistent with
the terms and conditions of this Agreement and the Member will agree to assure substantial
compliance by the Private Utility with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The Member
may make substantial compliance a term of their contract with the Private Utility.
10.2 For purposes of this Agreement, the participating Member's Authorized Designee shall
act as the representative of the Private Utility.
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Article 11. Protected Information, Statewide Critical Infrastructure and Disclosure
To the extent permitted by the Statewide Critical Infrastructure Information System
Disclosure Law, A.R.S. § 41-1803 et seq., the Arizona Public Records Law, A.R.S. § 39-101 et
seq., and other applicable laws, all Members will maintain the strictest confidence and will take
all reasonable steps necessary to prevent the disclosure of any protected information disclosed
under this Agreement. If any Member, or other entity requests or demands, by subpoena or
otherwise, that a Member disclose any protected information disclosed under this Agreement, the
Member will immediately notify the owner of the protected information and will take all
reasonable steps necessary to prevent the disclosure of this information by asserting all applicable
rights and privileges with respect to such information and will cooperate fully in any judicial or
administrative proceeding relating thereto.
Article 12. Dispute Resolution
12.1 Dispute Resolution. If a dispute arises out of or relates to this Agreement and if the
dispute cannot be settled through negotiation, the Members agree first to try in good faith to
resolve the dispute by mediation before resorting to litigation or some other dispute resolution
procedure.
12.2 Mediation Procedure. Mediation will take place in a location agreed to by the
Members, will be self-administered and be conducted under the CPR Mediation Procedures
established by the CPR Institute for Dispute Resolution, with the exception of the mediator
selection provisions, unless other procedures are agreed upon by the Members.
12.2.1 Commencement of Mediation. Either Member may refer the dispute to
mediation by sending by U.S. mail, certified and return receipt requested, to the
other Member or Members a written notice (the "Mediation Notice") calling on
the other Member or Members to proceed to mediation. The Member or
Members who have received a Mediation Notice will contact the Member calling
for mediation seven (7) days from receipt of the Notice to confirm receipt of the
Mediation Notice and to begin the mediator selection process.
12.2.2 Mediator Selection. Unless the Members agree otherwise, the Members will
select the one or more mutually acceptable trained mediator(s) within fourteen 14
days of the confirmation of receipt of Mediation Notice.
12.2.3 Fees and Costs. Each Member agrees to bear its own fees and costs to
participate in mediation. The Members will enter into a written agreement with
the mediator(s) regarding the mediator(s)' fees and expenses before the first
mediation session. The Members will share equally the mediators' fees and
mediation expenses.
12.2.4 Subsequent or Contemporaneous Contracts. The Members will include this
provision in all subsequent or contemporaneous contracts relative to this matter,
absent specific written agreement of the Members otherwise.
12.3 Participation in Mediation. The Members agree to encourage participation in
mediation by all relevant Members. The Members will not be obligated to mediate if a Member
who is needed to fully resolve dispute is unwilling to join.
12.4 Waiver. This section does not constitute a waiver of the Members' rights to arbitrate or
initiate legal action if a dispute is not resolved through good faith negotiation or mediation, or if
provisional relief is required under the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure.
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Article 13. Indemnification
Each Member (as "Indemnitor") agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other
Member (as "Indemnitee") from and against any and all claims, losses, liability, costs or expenses
(including reasonable attorney's fees) (hereinafter collectively referred to as "claims") arising out
of bodily injury of any person (including death) or property damage, but only to the extent that
such claims which result in vicarious or derivative liability to the Indemnitee, are caused by the
act, omission, negligence, misconduct, or other fault of the Indemnitor, its officers, officials,
agents, employees or volunteers. This indemnification shall survive termination of this
Agreement or the termination of the participation of any of its Members
Article 14. Worker's Compensation Claims
Each Member will be responsible for any injuries which may occur to their own
personnel during the course of rendering mutual assistance pursuant to this Agreement. In
accordance with A.R.S. § 23-1022, each Member will be deemed the primary employer and will
have sole responsibility for the payment of worker's compensation benefits to its respective
employees. Each Member will comply with the notice provisions of A.R.S. § 23-1022(E).
Article 15. Notice of Claim or Suit
A Member who becomes aware of a claim or suit that in any way, directly or indirectly,
contingently or otherwise, affects or might affect other Members of this Agreement will provide
prompt and timely notice to the Members who may be affected by the suit or claim. Each
Member reserves the right to participate in the defense of such claims or suits as necessary to
protect its own interests.
Article 16. Insurance
Each Member will bear the risk of its own actions, as it does with its operations, and
determine for itself what kinds of insurance, (including self-insurance), and in what amounts, it
should carry. Nothing herein will act or be construed as a waiver of any sovereign immunity or
other exemption or limitation on liability that a Member may enjoy.
Article 17. Effective Date; Term
17.1 Effective Date. This Agreement will become effective for each Member after approval
by its Governing Body and on the date it is recorded with the Secretary of State (the "Effective
Date").
17.2 Term. Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, this Agreement will terminate
June 30, 2020 unless extended. Upon termination any involved property shall revert to the
original owner unless conveyed to another participant pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.
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Article 18. Withdrawal
Any Member may terminate its participation in this Agreement through a resolution of its
Governing Body which gives notice of termination of participation in this Agreement and by
filing a certified copy of such resolution with the Secretary of State and providing a copy to the
AZWARN Chairperson. This Agreement is terminated as to such Member twenty (20) days after
the filing of such resolution. 'The termination by one or more of the Members of its participation
in this Agreement will not affect the operation of this Agreement as between the other Members
thereto.
Article 19. Non-Appropriation
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, any Member may withdraw from
this Agreement if for any reason the Member's Governing Body does not appropriate sufficient
monies for the purposes of this Agreement. In such event, a withdrawing Member will have no
further obligation to the other Members other than for payment for services rendered prior to
withdrawal
Article 20. Prohibition of Third Parties and Assignment of Rights and Duties
20.1 This Agreement is for the sole benefit of the Members and no person or entity may have
any rights under this Agreement as athird-Member beneficiary. Assignments of benefits and
delegations of duties created by this Agreement are prohibited.
20.2 Nothing in the provisions of this Agreement is intended to create duties or obligations to
or rights in third parties who are not Members or affect the legal liability of any Member by
imposing any standard of care different from the standard of care imposed by law.
Article 21. Other Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreements
Nothing in this Agreement will limit any Member's ability to continue with, or enter into,
other mutual aid or assistance agreements, including those with Tribal governments. The
Members may negotiate mutual aid agreements with Tribal government as appropriate
Article 22. Americans with Disabilities Act
Each Member will comply with applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities
Act (Public Law 101-336, 42 U.S.C. 12101-12213) and all applicable federal regulations under
the Act, including 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36.
Article 23. Non-Discrimination
No Member will discriminate against any employee, client, or any other individual in any
way because of that person's age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability or national origin in
the course of carrying out Member duties pursuant to this Agreement. Each Member will comply
with the provisions of Executive Order 75-5, as amended by Executive Order 99-4, which are
incorporated into this Agreement by reference, as if set forth in full herein.
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Article 24. Compliance with Laws
Each Member will comply with all federal, state and local laws, rules regulations,
standard and Executive Orders, without limitation to those designated within this Agreement.
The laws and regulations of the State of Arizona will govern the rights of the Members, the
performance of the Agreement and any disputes hereunder. Any changes in the governing laws,
rules and regulations during the terms of this Agreement will apply but do not require an
amendment of this Agreement.
Article 25. Entire Agreement
This document constitutes the entire agreement among the Members pertaining to the
subject matter hereof, and all prior or contemporaneous agreements and understandings, oral or
written, are hereby superseded and merged herein. This Agreement will not be modified,
amended, altered or extended except through a written amendment approved by the Members'
Governing Bodies and recorded with the Arizona Secretary of State.
Article 26. Jurisdiction
Nothing in this Agreement will be construed as otherwise limiting or extending the legal
jurisdiction of any Member. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to confer any rights or
remedies to any person or entity that is not a Member under this Agreement.
Article 27. Conflict of Interest
This Agreement is subject to cancellation for conflict of interest pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-
511, the pertinent provisions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
Article 28. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining
provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Article 29. Execution Procedure
This Agreement will be executed in counterparts by the Governing Body of each
Member. Upon execution, the counterpart will be filed with the Secretary of State.
Article 30. Responsibility of the State of Arizona
Nothing within this Agreement limits or restricts the duties and obligations of the State of
Arizona to respond to the Emergency of any Member.
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MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT
AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT AMONG MEMBERS OF THE
ARIZONA WATER AND WASTEWATER AGENCY RESPONSE NETWORK
Town Signature Page
Town of Marana
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Members hereto each sign this Mutual Aid
Agreement, an Intergovernmental Agreement among members of the Arizona Water and
Wastewater Agency Response Network, on a separate signature page. The signor
warrants that he or she has been duly authorized to commit the jurisdiction in the
Agreement by formal approval of the jurisdiction's Governing Body.
Date:
Mayor, Town of Marana
ATTEST: Date:
Town Clerk
Date of formal approval Governing Body:
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-952(D), the attorney for the above entitled has determined that
the foregoing Agreement is in proper form and is within the powers and authority of the
entity as granted under the laws of the State.
Date:
Town Attorney
Town of Marana
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~pWN OF
TOWN COUNCIL ~.
MEETING TOWN OF MARANA q MARANA ~
INFORMATION '
gRIZONP
MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: I.2
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: C. Brad DeSpain, Utilities Director
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2008-88: Relating to Water Service; approving
and authorizing the execution of the Intergovernmental
Agreement between the Town of Marana and the University of
Arizona to extend membership in the Water Conservation
Alliance of Southern Arizona.
DISCUSSION
The Water Conservation Alliance of Southern Arizona (Water CASA) is designed to improve the
efficient use of the region's limited water resources, implementing effective conservation
measures and rate designs, protecting community aesthetics and quality of life by promoting
attractive, low-water-use landscaping and improving water resources management in general.
Water CASA employs and utilizes staff experienced in planning, development and evaluation of
water conservation measures and programs, and related water resource management, and
research and publication in these areas. The Town is currently a member of Water CASA and
this Intergovernmental Agreement extends our membership.
The baseline funding will be provided by annual contributions from members. The annual
contribution is calculated by assessing a base fee, an assessment based upon the service area
population, and an assessment based upon the acre-feet of water delivered. The annual
membership contribution for the Town of Marana for fiscal year 2009 will be $7,420.
ATTACHMENT
Intergovernmental Agreement.
RECOMMENDATION
The Utility Commission and Staff recommend approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement
between the Town of Marana and the University of Arizona to extend membership in the Water
Conservation Alliance of Southern Arizona.
SUGGESTED MOTION
I move to adopt Resolution No. 2008-88.
BLU Water Casa FY09 06/24/20084:47 PMAPM
MARANA RESOLUTION N0.2008-88
RELATING TO WATER SERVICE; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF MARANA AND
THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA TO EXTEND MEMBERSHIP IN THE WATER
CONSERVATION ALLIANCE OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA.
WHEREAS, the Water Conservation Alliance of Southern Arizona (Water CASA) and the
Town share a common goal in the area of efficient use of the region's limited water resources,
implementing effective conservation measures and rate designs, protecting community aesthetics and
quality of life by promoting attractive, low-water-use landscaping, and improving water resource
management in general; and
WHEREAS, the Water CASA is designed to allow municipalities in Southern Arizona to
share experience, skills and information and to benefit from economics of scale in water
conservation efforts; and
WHEREAS, funding for the Water CASA comes from annual contributions from member
fees, calculated by assessing a base fee, an assessment based upon the service area population, and an
assessment based upon the acre-feet of water delivered; and
WHEREAS, the membership fee for the Town of Marana, for fiscal year 2009, will be
$7,420; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Town Council have determined that the Town's membership in
the Water CASA is in the best interest of the residents of the Town of Marana.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town of Marana and the
University of Arizona, attached as Exhibit A to and incorporated here by this reference, to extend
membership in Water CASA, is hereby authorized and approved.
SECTION 2. The Utilities Director is hereby authorized and directed to execute said Exhibit
A for and on behalf of the Town of Marana.
SECTION 3. The various Town officers and employees are authorized and directed to
perform all acts necessary or desirable to give effect to this resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
MARANA, ARIZONA, this 1St day of July 2008.
Ed Honea, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Frank Cassidy, Town Attorney
RSO 070108 Water CASA 09 RSO 2008-88 2 APM 06/24/2008
INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEMBER AGREEMENT
Between the
TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA
And
ARIZONA BOARD OF REGENTS
For the
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Tucson, Arizona
To extend membership in the
WATER CONSERVATION ALLIANCE
OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA
This Agreement is made pursuant to the Arizona Revised Statutes § 11-951 et.seq., between the Arizona
Board of Regents on behalf of the University of Arizona, hereinafter called the UA, and the Town of
Marana, Arizona, hereinafter called Member.
The Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of the University of Arizona is authorized to enter into this
Agreement pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute § 15-1625. Member is authorized #o enter into this
Agreement pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute §§ 9-Z40 and 11-951.
1. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Marana, Arizona, for its Municipal Water Department, (the Member} and the College of
Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of Arizona (UA), Tucson, share common goals
in the areas of efficient use of the region's limited water resources, implementing effective conservation
measures and rate designs, protecting community aesthetics and quality of life by promoting attractive,
low-water-use landscaping, and improving water resources management in general. In furtherance
thereof, the organizations have developed experienced staffs which are involved in the planning,
development, and evaluation of water conservation measures and programs and related water resource
management, and research and publication in these areas.
The Member and the Co{lege of Archi#ecture and Landscape Architecture each believe that the
establishment of a more formal relationship, to be known as the Water Conservation Alliance of Southern
Arizona (Water CASA), will enhance their abilities to continue and expand these activities through the
hiring of qualified conservation specialists, sharing of analyses and experiences, and cooperating with
other interested parties to achieve greater effectiveness and economies of scale.
Therefore, the Agreement is established between the Member and the University of Arizona for
membership in Water CASA, to provide a basis for collaborative efforts.
2. PURPOSE
The primary purpose of Water CASA shall be to provide water conservation and planning services #o
participating municipal water providers and other parties of interest in southern Arizona. Water CASA is
designed to;
i. improve the effec#iveness of municipal water conservation efforts through close collaboration
be#ween UA and the Member;
ii. join with others to share experience, skills and information and benefit from economies of scale in
conservation efforts; and
iii. serve as a focal point for cooperation in developing and managing conservation-oriented
research grants and pilot projects.
3. SCOPE OF WATER CASA-
Water CASA represents a cooperative link between professional staff of the member organizations and
the University of Arizona. Water CASA will concern itself with improving water resource management
practices of its members.
As focus areas, WATER CASA will concentrate on:
i. exterior residential water conservation measures;
ii. impacts of development and trends in new construction on water demand and conservation
potential;
iii. effects of conservation measures on wastewater systems and public health issues; and
iv. other areas as determined by the Board.
This link will be between the College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture of UA and the Member,
The parties intend through this agreement to use Water CASA as a vehicle available to any large
municipal wa#er provider or other interested organization pursuing program evaluation or applied research
within the scope of this center's mission.
Plan of Work may be revised. Brad DeSpain, Water Utility Director, is the official authorized #o approve
and modify such description for the Member; Val L. Little is the official authorized to approve and modify
such description for UA.
4. STRUCTURE OF WATER CASA
Water CASA will consist of the Board, the Director, and faculty, staff, students, administrative and clerical
support personnel drawn from the College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, and the UA in
genera(.
Water CASA Board
A. The Board of Water CASA (the Board) will have the following responsibilities:
(1) to maintain cooperation between the sponsoring member institutions;
(2) #o create and maintain the highest standards of work;
(3) to review and approve the policies and priorities of Water CASA;
{4) to evaluate programs and activities;
{5) to review and approve the Water CASA budget and fiscal management;
{6) to adopt appropriate by-laws, and modifications, as necessary for the operation of Water CASA;
(7) to evaluate Water CASA Director;
{8) to make recommendations for filling a vacancy in the position of Water CASA Director, and for
hiring or filling a vacancy in the professional staff responsible for carrying out programs; and
{9) to review and recommend revisions to this Agreement.
8. The Board shall consist of the following:
(1) one representative selected by each municipal water provider Member of Water CASA;
{2) one representative of any other organizations interested in the work of Water CASA and
materially supporting and participating in Water CASA activities, admitted as a Member at the discretion
of the Board; and
(3) the Director of Water CASA, who will serve as anon-voting member.
C. The Chairperson of the Board shall be elected by the members of the Board from the Board's
membership and shall serve aone-year term. The Chairperson may be elected to consecutive #erms.
D. The Board shall meet no less often than quarterly upon the call of the Chairperson. More
frequent or additional meetings shall be held when called by the Chairperson or by a majority of the
members.
E. Board decisions shall be by majority vote of those members present and voting. Meetings shall
be conducted in conformance with Robert's Rules of Order.
The Director of Water CASA
A. The Director will be a UA staff member assigned to the UA College of Architecture and
Landscape Architecture to be appointed in accordance with procedures to be established by the UA and
Water CASA, and approved by the Board. The Director shall be evaluated annually by the Board.
B. The responsibilities of the Director are to:
(1) provide program leadership and contribute actively in the programmatic activities of Water CASA;
(2) review all work products produced by Water CASA personnel;
{3) prepare an annual report of activity, program results, fiscal review, following year proposed join#
activities and following year proposed Water CASA budget for presentation #o the Advisory Board;
(4} manage and administer Water CASA in a manner consistent with applicable UA, municipal,
county, state and federal laws, regulations, policies and guidelines; and
(5) maintain accountability for all funds supplied to Water CASA,
5. SUPPORT
Baseline funding for Water CASA will be provided by annual contributions from member organizations,
and used for purposes consistent with the budget approved by the Board. The annual contribution from
member municipal water providers shall consist of a minimum pro rata amounf collected from each
member plus an amount based on the municipal provider's annual water deliveries.
The annual contribution formula for municipal water providers is $4,000 plus an amount per acre-foot of
annual water deliveries. The formula will be adjusted annually by the Board so as to provide an adequate
baseline budget for Water CASA. For fiscal year 2009, the formula will be $1.80 per acre-foot.
Contributions shall be paid to the University of Arizona as a single lump sum within 60 days of the date
upon which this Agreement is signed and annually #hereafter.
Contributions by members other than municipal water providers, if any, shall be determined on a case-by-
case basis by the Board in a manner #hat reflects the interests of fhe member in Water CASA's activities
and programs.
The annual membership contribution for Town of Marano, for Fiscal Year 2009 will be $7,420.
6. POLICIES
General policies of Water CASA are:
A. All members of Water CASA shall have free access to all Water CASA work products,
compilations of data and information, and other materials.
B. No classified or confidential work will be performed by Water CASA. Efforts will be made to
disseminate the results of evaluations, pilot projects, and applied research with other entities that may
benefit from the information.
C. Work performed on behalf of Water CASA by UA faculty, staff and students shall be subject to
applicable academic policies and standards.
D. Contracts, grants, or other agreements entered into pursuant to this memorandum shall contain
appropriate provisions relating to Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination.
7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS
Each member organization takes full financial responsibility for implementing its obligations under this
agreement. Each Party's ability to perform under this Agreement is contingent upon funding
authorization.
In addition to the process described in Section 6 concerning financial support to the University #rom
Member organizations, each Party shall be free to enter into agreement with WATER CASA or the
College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture to provide additional water resource-related services
of benefit to the individual Rarty. Such work will not be subsidized by the operating budget of Water
CASA.
This Agreement shall not be construed as limiting the ability of any member organization to contract with
or enter into any sort of agreement with other organizations to provide water conservation and planning
services.
8. PERIOD OF AGREEMENT
The period of this Agreement shall be for one year from the effective date of this agreement. The Parties
may extend this period upon their mutual agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon 60
days advance written notice.
9. OTMER AGREEMENTS
In the event any grant or cooperative agreement is issued in association with this Agreement, the terms of
such grant or cooperative agreement shall control and any inconsistency between any such provision and
any provision of this Agreement shall be resolved in accordance with said grant or cooperative
agreement.
10. APPLICABLE LAW
This Agreement shall be governed solely by Arizona law for all purposes including, but not limited to,
determining the validity of this Agreement, the meaning of its provisions, and the rights, obligations and
remedies of the parties.
11. ASSIGNMENT
This Agreement may not be assigned, in whole or in part, by either party without the prior written approval
of the other party to this Agreement.
12. STATE OBLIGATION
The parties recognize that the performance by the Arizona Board of Regents for and on behalf of the
University of Arizona may be dependent upon the appropriation of funds by the State Legislature of
Arizona. Should the Legislature fai! to appropriate the necessary funds or if the University's appropriation
is reduced during the fiscal year, the Arizona Board of Regents may reduce the scope of this agreement if
appropriate or cancel the Agreement without further duty or obligation. The Board of Regents agrees to
notify the other party as soon as reasonably possible after the unavailability of said funds comes to its
attention. Should the Agreement be canceled or its scope materially reduced to a level that Water CASA
Board decides is no longer useful, the University of Arizona shall refund to the Members on a pro rata
bas'ss all unspent contributions.
13. ARBITRATION
The parties agree that any dispute arising under this agreement involving the sum of $30,000 or less in
money damages only shall be resolved by arbitration pursuant to the Arizona Uniform Rules of Procedure
for Arbitration. The decision of the arbitrator(s) steal! be final.
14. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
This Agreement is subject to the provisions of A.R.S. § 38-511 and the State of Arizona may cancel this
Contract if any person significantly involved in negotiating, drafting, securing or obtaining this Contract for
or on behalf of the Arizona Board of Regents becomes an employee in any capacity of any other party ar
a consul#ant to any other party with reference to the subject matter of this Contract while the Contract or
any extension hereof is in effect.
15. NON-DISCRIMINATION
The parties agree to be bound by applicable state and federal rules governing Equal Employment
Opportunity and Non-Discrimination.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties do hereby execute this Agreement effec#ive as of the date later in
time indicated below.
University of Arizona Town of Marana
Board of Regents Approved as to content:
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Date Date
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Brad DeSpain, Director
Municipal Water Department
The Attached intergovernmental agreement, which is an agreement between public agencies, has been reviewed pursuant to A.R.S.
§ 11-952 by the undersigned Assistant Attorney General who has determined that it is in proper form and is within the powers and
authority granted under the laws of the State of Arizona to those parties to the Agreement represented by the Attorney General.
DATED this day of , 2008
The Attorney General
Assistant Attorney General
The Attached intergovernmental agreement, which is an agreement between public agencies, has been reviewed pursuant to A.R.S.
§ 11-952 by the undersigned legal representative of the Town of Marana, Arizona, who has determined that it is in proper form and
is within the powers and authority granted under the laws of the State of Arizona to those parties to the Agreement represented by
the Town of Marana Attorney.
DATED This day of , 2008
Town of Marana
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TOWN COUNCIL a ::
MEETING TOWN OF MARANA v MaaaNA ;
INFORMATION
gRItuNP
MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: J. 1
TO: TOWN COUNCIL
FROM: Mayor Ed Honea
SUBJECT: Relating to Administration; Appointing Gilbert Davidson as Town
Manager.
DISCUSSION
The position of Town Manager is one of two positions reserved for appointment directly by
Mayor and Council. Michael A. Reuwsaat, Town Manager since August 1, 2003, is resigning
effective August 5, 2008. From July 11 to August 5, Mr. Reuwsaat plans to transition the day-
to-day administration of the Town to the new Manager appointed by the Mayor and Council.
Therefore, it is suggested that the new Town Manager be appointed effective July 11.
Gilbert Davidson began his Marana employment as Assistant Town Manager on June 15, 2005,
and was appointed Deputy Town Manager June 7, 2006. Before joining the Town of Marana, he
served as the City Manager of the City of Willcox for three years and was employed as a Project
Manager/Senior Project Coordinator for the University of Arizona for four years.
During Mr. Davidson's employment with the Town, he has worked closely with Mr. Reuwsaat
and has had primary responsibility for the Town's development services and public works func-
tions. Among many other things, Mr. Davidson was responsible for introducing new process and
system improvements for development services, including improvements to the permit/service
delivery function, the land development code rewrite, customer service training, and enhanced
inter-departmental coordination.
While he was the City Manager of Willcox, Mr. Davidson's accomplishments included success-
fully organizing the City Council's strategic projects initiative, focusing on community infra-
structure improvements, community beautification, and economic development; receiving com-
munity support to issue bonds for a municipal police/magistrate building and a water well and
storage system; developing and implementing a comprehensive street improvement program; and
launching a major park improvement initiative.
Mr. Davidson has a Masters degree in Public Administration from the University of Arizona,
where he served as President of the student body in the 1997-98 school year. Mr. Davidson has
long and strong relationships with many local officials and has worked closely with other mu-
nicipal, county, state, and federal agencies on behalf of the Town. His education, experience,
and deep knowledge of the community are valuable assets that will assist in the smooth transition
of the Town.
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SUGGESTED MOTION
I move to appoint Gilbert Davidson as Marana Town Manager effective July 11, 2008, with a
contract to be negotiated by the Mayor and brought back to Council for final approval at the
July 15, 2008, meeting.
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TOWN COUNCIL
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MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: K. 1
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: Gilbert Davidson, Deputy Town Manager
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 2008.15; Relating to Boards, Committees and
Commissions; accepting the recommendations of the special
Council Taskforce on Advisory Commissions; amending sections
2-6-Z and 2-6-3 of the Town Code; amending the commission
handbook and bylaws; and declaring an emergency.
DISCUSSION
On June 10, 2008, staff presented the recommendations of the special Council Taskforce on
Advisory Commissions to Mayor and Council. These recommendations came from a review of
suggested modifications which were presented to Mayor and Council in a study session on April
8, 2008.
The Taskforce was charged with examining the six current advisory commissions and their
operational status. The effectiveness of each commission was called to question, with specific
focus on the following:
• Commission function such as intended purpose, community benefit, and needs that are not
being addressed; and
• Commission policies and procedures such as size, residency requirements, rules related to
multiple appointments, application process; and
• Commission accountability and transparency such as updates and reports to Council and
community involvement.
This ordinance will have the effect of adopting the recommendations which were presented to
Mayor and Council and approved by the special Council Taskforce on Advisory Commissions,
by updating the Town Code and the Commission handbook and bylaws. The revised handbook
and bylaws are attached to the ordinance as Exhibits A and B respectively.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Council adopt this ordinance incorporating the recommendations of
the special Council Taskforce on Advisory Commissions.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
None.
ATTACHMENT(S)
Revised Commission handbook and bylaws showing changes and deletions.
SUGGESTED MOTION
I move to adopt Ordinance number 2008.15.
MARANA ORDINANCE N0.2008.15
RELATING TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS; ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL TASKFORCE ON ADVISORY
COMMISSIONS; AMENDING SECTIONS 2-6-2 AND 2-6-3 OF THE TOWN CODE;
AMENDING THE COMMISSION HANDBOOK AND BYLAWS; AND DECLARING AND
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS a review of the function, policies and accountability of advisory commis-
sions which have been established by the Mayor and Council is in the best interest of the Town
of Marana; and
WHEREAS a special Council Taskforce on Advisory Commissions was created to re-
view staff recommendations and has suggested changes to Title 2 of the Marana Town Code and
also to the Commission handbook and bylaws.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, as follows:
SECTION 1. Sections 2-6-2 and 2-6-3 of the Marana Town Code are hereby revised as
follows (with deletions shown with and additions shown with double underlining):
Section 2-6-2 Application, recommendation, appointment and removal
A. Vacancies on new and existing citizen boards, committees and commissions
shall be announced on the town's Internet web site with an open invitation so-
liciting applications from interested citizens. Additional notices may be pub-
lished and posted as directed by the town manager.
B. After the announcement is first published the town clerk shall receive citizen
applications for a minimum of ten working days unless an insufficient number
of applications have been received in which case the town clerk shall continue
to receive applications unto enough have been received to fill the vacancy or
vacancies.
C. No more than ten days after the close of the application period, as provided in
paragraph B above, the town clerk shall forward all applications to the town
manager.
D. The town manager and/or one or more individuals appointed by the town
manager shall review the applications, investigate the qualifications of the ap-
plicants, and make a recommendation to the town council concerning the ap-
pointment.
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E. The town council shall receive the applications and the recommendation at a
regularly scheduled public meeting not more than thirty days after the town
manager's receipt of the applications. The town clerk shall mail each citizen
applicant notice of the public meeting concerning the appointment.
F. At the public meeting concerning the appointment, the town council may do
one or more of the following:
1. Interview one or more applicants either in public or in an executive session
scheduled for that purpose.
2. Make one or more appointments.
3. Order the solicitation of additional applications.
4. Take applications from the audience.
5. Receive nominations from members of the town council.
6. Take any other action it deems appropriate.
G. Citizen members of boards, committees and commissions shall serve without
compensation, except for reimbursement of town-approved necessary and
reasonable expenses incurred in accomplishing the purposes of the board,
committee or commission.
H. A member of any board, committee or commission may be removed from of-
fice with or without cause by a majority vote of the entire membership of the
town council.
Section 2-6-3 Terms of office
All terms of office for boards, commissions and committees shall be for two
years with a maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a
maximum of six consecutive years, except that the initial terms of office of any
new board, commission or committee shall be staggered so that the terms of no
more than a simple majority of members ends every two years.
SECTION 2. The amended Citizen Advisory Commission handbook and bylaws, at-
tached as Exhibits A and B respectively and incorporated herein by this reference are hereby
adopted.
SECTION 3. IT IS FURTHER ORDAINED that, since it is necessary for the preservation
of the peace, health and safety of the Town of Marana that this ordinance become immediately
effective, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this ordinance shall be effective immedi-
atelyupon its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
MARANA, ARIZONA, this 1st day of July, 2008.
Mayor Ed Honea
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk
Frank Cassidy, Town Attorney
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BYLAWS
OF
TOWN OF MARANA INSERT NAME ADVISORY COMMISSION
POLICY
The Town of Marana Insert Name Advisory Commission was formed by the approval and
adoption of Ordinance No. 2006.25 by the Marana Town Council on September 5, 2006, to
provide a consistent and inviting community forum for the public to hear about and give
comments on Insert Mission.
II. COMMISSION DESCRIPTION
• Insert appropriate commission description
MEMBERSHIP
A. There shall be at least five and no more than seven regular members of the insert name
Advisory Commission, appointed by the Town Council to represent list what the
commission will represent.
B. A majority of commission members will reside or have their primary business within the
Town of Marana; however qualified commissioners from outside of the Town will be
considered for membership.
C. The members of the INSERT NAME shall be appointed by the Mayor and Council of the
Town of Marana in the manner they deem fit, each to serve atwo-year term with a
maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a maximum of six
consecutive years.
D. The initial terms of office for a new comet°- ~ erms of no
more than a simple majority o" ames of
the initial Council appointment ~ remaining
names will be for a term of two
E. In the event that a vacancy oca ie
vacancy shall be filled through tl ®i //" '• Mayor
and Council to serve the unexpir ~ .(
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F. If a commissioner is not in attend;
meetings or from more than one-r.
shall be made to the Town Counci
G. One Council member shall be appo
The Council member shall attend m
H. Commission members may serve on
OFFICERS
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A. The Chair and Secretary will be selected every year at the regularly scheduled meeting in
the month of insert month by the commissioners present and will assume office at the
next commission meeting.
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B. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the commission may be removed by the
commission whenever, in the judgment of majority of the commissioners, the best
interests of the commission would be serve thereby. Any such removal shall be without
prejudice to the contract rights, if any, of the person so removed.
C. Any vacancies of officers will be filled by a majority vote of the commissioners at the next
meeting of the commission following the occurrence of the vacancy. The person selected
to fill the vacancy will serve the remainder of the vacancy term.
V. RESPONSISBILITIES OF THE CHAIR
A. The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the commission. In the event of the absence of
the Chair, the Secretary shall preside. In the absence of both the Chair and Secretary,
the attending commissioners shall appoint an acting Chair.
B. The Chair shall appoint and remove all members to sub-committees of the commission.
C. The Chair shall preserve order and decide all points of order.
D. The Chair shall assist the clerical support staff in drafting and sign any recommendation
letters and actions taken by the commission. In the absence of the Chair, any other CAC
member may sign on behalf of the commission.
E. The Chair shall coordinate and approve the final format of the agenda no later than one
week prior to the meeting.
F. The Chair shall develop a monthly Council Communication form for use by the
Commission.
G. The Chair shall schedule an annual report to be presented to the Council
VI. RESPONSISBILITIES OF THE SECRETARY
A. The Secretary shall assist the Chair in preparing a draft agenda.
B. The Secretary shall attend scheduled commission meetings to take summary minutes.
C. The Secretary shall sign and send copy of approved minutes to the Town Clerk's office.
D. The Secretary shall oversee maintenance of the commission mailing list.
E. The Secretary shall oversee maintenance records of commission agendas, approved
minutes and correspondence.
F. The Secretary shall refer all public requests for copies of approved minutes or
Commission correspondence to the Town Clerk's office.
VII. RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERS
A. It is the responsibility of the commissioners to attend regular and special meetings.
B. No_ commissioner shall leave any regular or special commission meeting during such
meeting without permission of the Chair.
C. The commission shall strictly follow A.R.S. 38-431.03, also known as the Arizona Open
Meeting Law. The Chair and members shall familiarize themselves with the requirements
of such law, including notice of meetings, taking of minutes, issues to be discussed and
the other specifics of the law.
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D. Commissioners shall abide by the guidelines set forth in the Town of Marana Advisory
Commission Handbook.
E. The Commission is authorized to call executive sessions, closed to the general public
during any regular of special meeting, so long as such executive session is authorized by
A.R.S. 38-431.03.
F. The Commission shall develop an annual work plan which shall be presented to Council.
G. All commissioners shall attend the Town of Marana CREW program prior to the
completion of their first term.
VIII. SUB-COMMITTEES
A. All sub-committees shall consist of at least three members.
B. All sub-committees shall select asub-committee Chair from among the members of such
sub-committee, at the first meeting of the sub-committee.
C. The sub-committee Chair shall preserve order and decide all points of order for meetings
of the sub-committee.
D. The Chair shall set the date, time and place of the first sub-committee meeting, and the
sub-committee Chair shall set all subsequent meetings.
E. The sub-committee Chair shall bring all actions and recommendations to the
Commission. No sub-committee shall be authorized to directly present information to the
Town Council, or take other action, without such action being approved by the
Commission.
IX. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STAFF LIAISON
The Staff Liaison is an ex-officio, non-voting member of the commission provides support
for the following:
A. Assists in the creation of the agenda and reviews the draft agenda for accuracy.
B. Attends CAC meetings and prepares updates and arranges for town staff to attend
when necessary.
C. Prepares responses to inquiries made during public comment.
D. Prepares responses of requests from CAC members.
E. Arranges for meetings that may have a large turnout (new location, chairs, tables, audio
equipment, and refreshments.
F. Brings CAC materials such as member name-cards, maps, and other regularly
used materials to each meeting.
G. Takes minutes if the CAC secretary or clerical support staff is not available.
X. MEETINGS OF MEMBERSHIP
A. The Insert Name Advisory Commission shall hold regular meetings on the (list date) of
each month for transaction of business as may come before the meeting. The meetings
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of the members will be held at the Marana Municipal Complex, Marana, Arizona, or other
locations as designated by the Chair. Whenever a legal holiday occurs on the same day
as a meeting, such meeting shall either be cancelled or rescheduled.
B. The Chair may convene the commission at any time by notifying the members of the
date, hour and purpose of such special meeting. The commissioners shall be given at
least 24 hours' notice of such special meeting by personal notice and the posting of the
notice agenda on the Town's official posting sites.
C. It shall be the responsibility of the Chair to develop a written agenda for all commission
meetings which meets the requirements of the Arizona Open Meeting Law. The Staff
Liaison may assist in this process. Commissioners may contact the Chair to have items
placed on the agenda, and shall attempt to do so at least seven working days prior to the
meeting date. All agendas shall be provided to the clerical support staff, who shall
assure all agendas are properly posted as required by the Arizona Open Meeting Law.
D. All sub-committees will be placed on the agenda for a report on the status of work in
progress for that sub-committee.
E. Business matters of the regular meeting shall be considered as far as practicable in the
following order:
1. Call to Order
2. Introduction of Commissioners
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
5. Action Items
6. Sub-Committee Reports
7. Community Reports (Optional)
8. Call to the Public
9. Future Agenda Items
10. Adjournment
XI. PROCEDURE
A. At all meetings of the commission, the Chair shall call the commission to order and the
Secretary shall record the members present and absent. The Chair may call each matter
of business in the order listed on the Agenda.
B. The Chair shall conduct meetings using parliamentary procedure as recommended by
the Arizona League of Cities and Towns, unless such rules are suspended by a majority
vote of the commission.
C. When a member desires to speak or make a motion, that person shall address himself or
herself to "Mr. or Madam Chair". Upon being recognized that person may address the
Chair.
D. When more than one member addresses the Chair and wishes to speak, the Chair will
recognize the person who first addressed the Chair.
E. No member shall interrupt another, except to call to order or to correct a mistake.
F. At any meeting of the members, 50% plus one of the members, excluding vacant
positions, shall constitute a quorum. If, after 30 minutes, a quorum is not present, the
commission may choose to meet informally for discussion purposes, all action will be
postponed and agenda items placed on the next special or regular commission meeting.
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G. A majority of affirmative votes of the quorum present shall be necessary to pass any
action of the commission.
H. Commissioners shall not vote where there is a conflict of interest and shall disqualify him
or herself in such an event, as provided by A.R.S. 38-501 et. seq. When a conflict
occurs, the member shall not debate or discuss the matter.
I. The Chair may vote or decline to vote on all matters and his or her failure to vote shall not
be counted as an affirmative vote. The Chair shall break all ties.
J. Motions may be determined by voice vote or at the request of a commissioner by roll call
vote. The Chair shall declare all votes. If any member doubts the voice vote, a roll call
shall be ordered. When a roll call vote is commenced, no member shall engage in
discussion of the question being voted upon.
XII. PARTICIPATION BY THE PUBLIC
A. Members of the public wishing to speak at commission meetings will be allowed to speak
during public portions of the meeting, as well as during Call to the Public. The Chair may
limit the length of public comment to three minutes at any time.
B. No person in the audience shall be permitted to speak unless recognized by the Chair.
The chair may permit persons to speak on any agenda item.
C. Orderly procedure requires that each person shall proceed without interruption from the
audience and shall retire when his or her time is up. All discussion shall be addressed to
the commission and there should be no argument or discussion between individuals not
on the commission.
D. The members of the commission may ask questions and make appropriate comments.
E. Citizens attending meetings shall observe rules or propriety, decorum and good conduct.
Any person making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks, or who becomes
boisterous whole addressing the commission while addressing the commission, may be
removed if directed by the Chair. Unauthorized remarks from the audience, whether
verbal or otherwise, shall not be permitted, and the Chair may expel offenders from the
meeting.
XIII. AMENDMENTS
These bylaws may be altered, amended, or repealed and new bylaws adopted by a vote of
the committee members representing a majority of all the members at any meeting or special
meeting when the proposed amendment has been set out in the notice of such meeting. Any
such amendment shall not affect any other portion of these bylaws.
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XIV. SEVERABILITY
In the event any portion of these bylaws is found by any court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such portion shall be deemed severed from these bylaws,
and the remaining parts hereof shall remain in full force and effect as fully as though such
invalid, illegal or unenforceable portion had never been part of there bylaws.
Executed at Marana, Arizona, this day of , 20
ATTEST:
Secretary
Chair
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TOWN OF MARANA MISSION STATEMENT
Our purpose is to provide our citizens with high~uality and valuable municipal services that will enhance
and benefit their lives. We will strive to do this by being responsive and responsible in working with public
and private entities. Our goal is to ensure that Marana remains a safe, stable and attractive community.
Town Officials
Ed Honea, Mayor
Herb Kai, Vice Mayor
Russell Clanagan, Council Member
Patti Comerford, Council Member
Carol McGorray, Council Member
Jon Post, Council Member
Roxanne Ziegler, Council Member
Administrative Staff
Position Name Telephone
Town Manager Mike Reuwsaat 382-1911
Deputy Town Manager Gilbert Davidson 382-1912
Assistant Town manager Deb Thalasitis 382-1906
Town Attorney Frank Cassidy 382-1940
Town Clerk Jocelyn Bronson 382-1960
Chief of Police Terry Tometich 382-2000
Planning Director Barbara Johnson 382-2611
Finance Director Erik Montague 382-1930
Human Resources Director vacant 382-1920
Community Development Director T. Van Hook 382-1909
Technology Services Director vacant
Parks and Recreation Director Tom Ellis 382-1950
Town Engineer/ Asst. Director of Public Works Keith Brann 382-2629
Asst. Director or Public Works/CIP Ryan Benavides 382-2673
Municipal Court Administrator Joe Teta 382-2712
Municipal Court Judge vacant 382-2710
Building Safety Official John Huntley 382-2615
Utilities Director Brad DeSpain 382-2500
Airport Director Charles Mangum 682-9565
Operations & Maintenance Director Mike Mencinger 382-2500
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for volunteering your time and energy representing your community as a member of a
Citizen Advisory Commission (CAC). The procedures adopted for the CACs apply to all standing
commissions, boards and committees and any subcommittee or ad hoc or task force committee
deemed necessary. The Town Council (Council) strongly encourages and appreciates the input
given by the CACs. The CAC Handbook was created to help you understand the purpose of the
CAC, your role as a CAC member, and how to go about getting the information you need to make
responsive recommendations. Your participation is important and we hope you enjoy being a key
participant helping to enhance Marana's future.
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PURPOSE OF THE CAC
CACs were created to provide a consistent and inviting community forum for the public to hear
about and give comments on a number of local and town-wide topics. Town officials, staff, and
other non-Town staff continually use CAC meetings as an opportunity to provide the public with
information or updates. The Council appoints citizens who have a heartfelt interest in their
community to sit on the CACs.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CAC
The responsibility of the CAC is to encourage and gather public comment on a range of topics
which may affect its area. After the CAC has reviewed a topic and gathered public comments, an
advisory recommendation may be relayed to Council. The CACs input is a valuable component of
the Council's legislative decision-making process.
WHAT IS AN ADVISORY CAC?
While the concerns, insight, and discussions relayed by the CAC to Council are key components
in the deliberative process, CACs do not make or set policies, ordinances or laws and are not in a
position to interpret the zoning ordinance, the general plan or local community plan.
CACs provide recommendations on a variety of topics. They are tasked with gathering input,
making recommendations based on that information and relaying it to the Council.
Some of the CACs receive a description of their duties from the Town Code, Land Development
Code, or specific ordinances, and some are empowered by a Council directive or resolution. An
ex-officio, non-voting Council Liaison is assigned to attend the CAC's meetings. A Staff Liaison is
assigned to CACs to facilitate communications between the CAC and the Council as a whole. In
addition, a Staff Liaison is assigned to provide administrative support to the work of the CAC.
Citizen participation in finding answers to complex questions that face the Council can be
secured, formally and efficiently, through the use of CACs. Such groups are meant to make
recommendations after sifting and analyzing data. Both CAC members and Town officials should
keep in mind that, for the most part, CACs are advisory in nature, and the Council must make the
ultimate decision.
ESTABLISHING ORDINANCE
The establishing ordinance adopted by the Council for the CACs provides for the consistent
procedure for appointment of members to the various Town boards, commissions and
committees. The establishing ordinance of the Council (Ordinance No. 2006.25 amended by
Ordinance 2008.XX) is located in the Appendix.
BYLAWS
Each CAC will be governed by a standard set of bylaws, see Appendix F, which can be adapted
to the specific purpose of the CAC. Generally, the provisions contained in the bylaws are set
forth below in more detail.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHAIR
Being the Chair of a CAC is an important role. The Chair is responsible for conducting the
meeting, and tasked with creating an accurate and timely agenda. By coordinating with the Staff
Liaison, CAC meetings will be inviting and successful. The following is a list of monthly duties:
• Identify timely items requiring CAC action. The Staff Liaison can assist in this decision.
• Each month, review and decide which items need to be on the CAC agenda.
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• Coordinate and approve the final format of the. agenda so the clerical support staff can
mail it out no later than one week prior to the meeting.
• Arrange for another CAC member to chair the meeting if the Chair unable to attend.
• After a meeting, assist the clerical support staff in drafting any recommendation letters.
• Sign all CAC-approved recommendation letters. In the absence of the Chair, any other
CAC member may sign.
• Develop and a monthly Council communication form for use by the CAC
• Schedule and present an annual report and annual work plan to Council.
• On the first CAC agenda of the year, include "Selection of the Chairman". The
chairmanship should be rotated among the CAC members to give others an
opportunity to share the responsibilities.
Each CAC Chair should coordinate mutually convenient processes to handle CAC business and
agenda creation. Some work effectively using the phone, some use a-mail or faxes, and some
arrange to meet occasionally in person.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CAC SECRETARY
Duties of the CAC secretary include:
• Attend scheduled CAC meetings to take summary minutes.
• Sign and send copy of approved minutes to the Town Clerk's office.
• Assist in preparing a draft agenda.
• Maintain the CAC mailing list.
• Maintain records of CAC agendas, approved minutes and correspondence.
The Town Clerk retains the official CAC minutes. Refer all public requests for copies of approved
minutes or CAC correspondence to the Clerk's office.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STAFF LIAISON
The Staff Liaison assists and provides support for the following:
• Assists in the creation of the agenda and reviews the draft agenda for accuracy.
• Attends CAC meetings; prepares updates and arranges for town staff to attend when
necessary.
• Prepares responses to inquiries made during public comment.
• Prepares responses of requests from CAC members.
• Arranges for meetings that may have a large turnout (new location, chairs, tables, audio
equipment, refreshments etc.)
• Bring CAC materials such as member name-cards, maps, and other regularly used CAC
materials, to each meeting.
• Takes minutes if CAC secretary or clerical support staff is not available.
The Staff Liaison is a ex-officio non-voting member of the CAC and is the direct link to the Council
and other town/department resources and is here to help the CAC.
A list of Town staff is found at the beginning of this handbook.
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF CLERICAL SUPPORT STAFF
Town clerical support staff will be assigned to take minutes and provide assistance as necessary
for every CAC meeting. That assistance may include, but is not limited to:
• Prior to an upcoming meeting email the draft agenda to the Staff Liaison to review. This is
a necessary step to ensure that the agenda is accurate.
• At the direction of the CAC Chair and concurrence by the Staff Liaison, prepare the final
agenda and mail no later than five business days prior to the meeting.
• Send copies of the agenda, draft minutes and other related information to the CAC
members.
• Send copies of the agenda to everyone who is on the CAC mailing list.
+ Request the Town Clerk to post the CAC agenda in designated public places as soon as
possible after the agenda is finalized, but not less than 24 hours prior to the meeting.
• Make additional copies of the agendas and have them available for the public at CAC
meetings.
• In the case of cancelled meetings, send everyone on the CAC mailing list a cancellation
notice either by a-mail for first class mail and post the notice in the usual public places.
• Take and prepare draft minutes for approval at the next scheduled meeting.
• If unable to attend a meeting or complete routine CAC tasks, contact the Staff Liaison as
soon as possible.
• Arrange to obtain office supplies, as needed.
TERM LIMITS
CAC members may only serve on one commission per term and serve two-year terms with a
maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a total of six consecutive years. CAC
members serve at the pleasure of the Council and can be removed from office by a majority vote
of the Council at any time. All commissioners shall attend the Town of Marana CREW program by
the completion of their first term.
APPLICATIONS, VACANCIES, APPOINTMENTS, RE-APPOINTMENTS, ATTENDANCE AND
RESIGNATIONS
Applications
Any member of the community who lives, works or owns property in Marana and who wishes to
serve on a CAC must fill out an application and submit it to the Town Clerk's office. All
applications of persons not appointed to the CAC are kept on file for one year. Applications of
persons appointed to sit on a CAC are kept until they are no longer a member.
Vacancies and Appointments
The Town Clerk's office maintains a database regarding each CAC member and their term
expiration date. If a member chooses not to be re-appointed or resigns prior to term expiration the
seat must be posted as vacant prior to appointing a new member. The process of filling a
vacancy is:
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1. A letter of resignation is considered effective upon submission to the Town Clerk.
2. The Town Clerk advises the Council of the vacancy during a Council Meeting and a
notice of vacancy for the CAC is posted at the official posting locations.
3. The notice of vacancy is posted a minimum of 10 business days.
4. After the posting period, all applications received or on file are considered by the
Manager's Selection Committee (MSC). The MSC will forward all applications and its
recommendation to Council. The Council may wish to interview the candidate(s) in executive
session, and if so, the Town Clerk will advise the candidates of the date and time of the meeting.
5. The Council approves the appointment of the new CAC member.
6. The Town Clerk will schedule an orientation and administer the Loyalty Oath to each
appointee at least 24 hours prior to his/her first CAC meeting.
7. The Staff Liaison will facilitate getting the newly appointed CAC member a security
identification badge from the IT department.
Re-appointments
When a CAC member's term is about to expire, the Staff Liaison and CAC members are notified
by the Town Clerk. Upon receiving a letter of intention to remain on the CAC, the Council may
choose to re-appoint the incumbent member. If the member wishes to be re-appointed, the re-
appointment is placed on an upcoming Council agenda for approval under consent items. Should
the Council choose to appoint a new member, steps 2 - 5 under Vacancies and Appointments
would occur.
ATTENDANCE
Unless otherwise specified in the adopted CAC bylaws, an appointed member of any CAC who is
absent without prior excuse from three or more consecutive scheduled meetings or from more
than one-half the meetings in any one calendar year, will be considered to have resigned. The
Town Clerk will notifiy the CAC in writing of the resignation.
Resignation Letters
If a CAC member chooses to resign his/her position on the CAC, a written letter of resignation
should be sent to the attention of the Town Clerk, at 11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana,
Arizona 85653.
PROPER PROCEDURES
All meetings, votes and records (including minutes) of CACs are open for public review unless
state law or Town ordinance or resolution allows the closing of the meeting and the record for a
specified and allowed purpose. Rarely will a CAC be involved with a matter that may be
considered for a closed session.
MEETING FACILITIES
Meeting facilities for CACs are available at the Marana Municipal Complex, the Marana
Operations Center and the Parks & Recreation Department. tt is the responsibility of the Staff
Liaison to obtain a meeting place for the CAC that they serve.
Public Accessibility and Accommodation of Special Needs
Arizona law requires all meetings be held in a location that allows for public attendance. The
federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires all services, programs, activities and
functions of the Town to be accessible to people with disabilities. In compliance with these federal
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requirements, all CACs are required to conduct public business in an accessible and barrier-free
environment. Individuals with special needs are encouraged to communicate their needs to the
Town Clerk in advance of any meeting so that proper accommodations can be made for the
individual to participate in the meeting.
If an individual with a special disability attends a meeting without advance notice of the need to
provide an accommodation, the Chair shall make every effort to postpone and reschedule the
item of business for which the individual is attending the meeting until arrangements can be made
to reasonably accommodate the person.
THE ARIZONA OPEN MEETING LAW
All CACs must observe the requirements of A.R.S. § 38-431.01, the Arizona Open Meeting Law,
which is stated in its entirety in Appendix J -You As a Public Official -provided by the Arizona
League of Cities and Towns.
POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR CAC MEMBERS
Occasionally, a CAC member may have a conflict of interest regarding an item before the CAC.
CAC members are often active in many areas of their community and there may be instances
where their professional activities touch on issues before the CAC.
Anyone appointed to a CAC is a "Public Official" per Arizona law and a "CAC Official" under the
Handbook for Citizen Advisory Commissions and is obligated to adhere to related standards of
conduct and ethics. In particular, the Town needs to be aware of any actual or potential conflict
of interest by a CAC appointee. If a CAC member is unsure as to whether or not there is a
conflict, the Staff Liaison should be notified of the concern and can provide direction.
When a conflict occurs, the CAC member should mention the conflict when the item comes upon
the agenda, and remove him or herself from any CAC vote regarding a recommendation on the
item. That allows the CAC to remain as objective as possible in the advice it provides without
limiting the activities of CAC members serving as public-spirited volunteers.
Like any member of the public, however, the CAC member is welcome to participate in public
comment and discussion of the item and may be able to provide information on the item.
Please review Appendix J -You As a Public Official -Conflicts of Interest (p. 4).
POSTING OF MEETING NOTICES AND AGENDAS
Notices of meetings are required to be posted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting,
excluding weekends and holidays. In a true emergency situation, less than 24 hours is
acceptable.
A bulletin board on the southern exterior wall of the Marana Municipal Complex is used to post
meeting notices. Notices may also be posted on the Town's official web site.
CREATING AND FORMATTING THE AGENDA
There are many ways to create an agenda. Ultimately, the Chair, with the assistance of the Staff
Liaison, decides which items are placed on the agenda. However, input from others is always
helpful. Note that the Arizona Open Meeting Law prohibits CAC action on any item not listed on
the agenda.
A general guide to formatting the agenda is located in the Bylaws, Appendix F, section VIII E and
in the Town Code, Title 2, Chapter 2-4-4. CAC agendas must be consistent to promote a timely
and productive meeting. The CAC agenda must have enough information about each agenda
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item so a member of the public -who may never have attended a CAC meeting before -will
have a good idea of what will be discussed and what action the CAC is being requested to take.
A general guide to formatting the agenda is located in the Bylaws, section VIII. E. The Staff
Liaison will assist in providing a template for this purpose. However, the following information
provides additional detail:
The date, time, and location of the CAC meeting, including the street address.
Americans With Disabilities Act Notice
The following Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) paragraph MUST appear on every CAC
agenda: "The Town of Marana is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are provided
the resources to participate fully in its public meetings. If you require disability-related
modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aid or services, please contact the Town
Clerk's office."
Call to order and introduction of CAC Members.
While you may have a core group of the public who attend every meeting, it is still a good idea to
for each CAC member to introduce him or herself or have name plates in a prominent location.
Set time limits and list these on the agenda.
It is helpful for the Chair to set time limits for agenda items. This helps ensure that all presenters
are heard. Depending on the length of the agenda, suggested times might be ten minutes for a
presentation, five minutes for a town staff response, and 15 minutes for a CAC member, public
questions and discussion. These time limits should be listed on the agenda to help with the flow
of the meeting.
Approval of Agenda
Any changes to the agenda should be made 24 hours prior to the posting of the agenda. If
circumstances require changes at the meeting, the changes must be noted and the agenda
approved by motion prior to any discussion.
Approval of Minutes
CAC members should review the draft minutes prior to attending the meeting. The clerical
support staff is responsible for transcribing summary minutes. These minutes do not need to be
verbatim. Copies of approved minutes will be posted on the official website under Board,
Commissions and Committees and are also available upon request at the Town Clerk's office at
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653 or by a-mail jbronson(a)_marana.com.
Public Comment on Agenda items
The CAC exists to receive input from and provide information to the public. The public should
have the first opportunity to speak on any matter presented to the CAC, BEFORE CAC members
express their views. This helps ensure a CACs objectivity in considering smatter -both real and
perceived - so CAC members can consider public comment before they ask their own questions,
present their own views, and take a position on the issue. Public comments are essential in
making responsible recommendations on issues. CAC members represent and are the voice of
the community.
Information /Non-Action Items
Any topic listed should include as much information as possible regarding the matter, program, or
issue including where the item is in the planning process (if applicable) and the presenter's name.
Items listed under this section do not require any action from the CAC. The item is for information
only so that the public and CAC are aware of the issue. Information items allow the CAC to
review a matter and make verbal suggestions to the appropriate party (i.e.: developer, town staff)
BEFORE that matter is brought back as an action item for the CACs possible recommendation.
Action Items
Action items allow the CAC to make a recommendation on an issue after they have reviewed the
facts and gathered input from the community. Action items listed on the agenda must have a
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detailed description: subject and a brief description, the name of the applicant (if any), and the
name of the presenter. Additionally, it should be noted what action the CAC is being requested to
take. For example: "The CAC may make a recommendation on the subject location and density"
or "The CAC may make a recommendation on the design, lighting and signage of the building."
Subcommittee Reports (optional)
Some CACs have found it useful to establish standing subcommittees on areas of local interest.
Examples might include traffic, transportation, public safety, parks & recreation, education and
schools, and land use. Such subcommittees usually have a CAC member as chair and may add
other members of the community who wish to participate. The subcommittee chair usually
provides a brief report at each meeting.
A CAC also may decide to establish a separate ad hoc subcommittee/task force to address short-
term issues of local interest, such as the possible formation of a local recreation district or
construction of a local facility like a park or a community pool. At least one CAC member must sit
on the subcommittee with other members of the community who may wish to participate. Such
committees also provide regular reports to the CAC. A standing or ad hoc subcommittee can
meet as needed but must not violate Open Meeting Law requirements.
Community Reports (optional)
Local organizations may be invited to update the CAC on community events. If they regularly
appear at CAC meetings, listing them on the agenda allows them a specific time to speak. The
local Chamber of Commerce is an example. Not all CACs partake in having a specified section
for these reports due to the length of their meetings. These organizations are always welcome to
speak during public comment.
Public Comment Section
The CAC may listen, but no action can be taken on items brought up during the Public Comment
section of the agenda. This is a time for the public to discuss any item NOT listed on the agenda.
The Staff Liaison assigned to the CAC can assist any member of the public with issues not listed
on the agenda.
Future Agenda Items
Notwithstanding the discretion of the CAC Chair as to what items to place on the agenda, if three
or more CAC members request an item to be placed on the agenda, it must be placed upon the
agenda for the next regular CAC meeting after the date of the request.
Indicate the date of the next meeting for the record.
Adjournment
REQUESTS FROM TOWN DEPARTMENTS, APPLICANTS, CITIZENS AND OUTSIDE
AGENCIES
Town staff may request time on the agenda to discuss a variety of items. Applicants, citizens, and
other agencies may request time as well. CAC members are encouraged to research and check
with the Staff Liaison to determine the necessity, appropriateness, and timeline of the items
placed on the agenda.
ITEMS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR CAC AGENDAS
The following items should not be discussed or placed on the CAC agenda for discussion:
• Campaign related information
• Federal or state legislation
• Superior court, municipal court or traffic court issues
• Disputes or claims against the Town
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• Family law issue
• Staff issues
• Budget recommendations
If CAC members are unsure about the appropriateness, please contact the Staff Liaison or the
Town Clerk's office for clarification.
CONDUCTING A MEETING
Because each CAC represents its own unique community, it will establish its own meeting
procedures. Some CACs tend to be more formal in procedure, some are less formal. When
setting up meeting procedures, it's important to keep the CACs goal in mind - to encourage
public input on all issues it considers, to gather and convey public input, and provide advice to the
Council.
It is the responsibility of the Chair to direct the meeting. A CAC meeting should not be any longer
than two hours. Having time limits and maintaining productive dialog is imperative.
ATTENDANCE -DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
To conduct business, the CAC must have a quorum. A quorum is a simple majority (half the
members plus one). The Chair is considered a member for purposes of determining whether
there is a quorum.
If a CAC is unable to reach a quorum at a regular or special meeting, the CAC may decide either
to adjourn the meeting OR to hold an informal gathering to discuss any scheduled agenda items
and committee reports. In either case, the event would not be considered a CAC meeting and the
secretary would not take regular minutes. Instead, the secretary should take informal notes for
the CAC records, sending a copy to the Town Clerk's office, indicating that the CAC did not form
a quorum. The CAC may not take any action.
MINUTES
Minutes taken at CAC meetings should contain the following information:
• The date and time the meeting convened and the meeting place
• The calling to order by the Chair
• The roll call, including a recording of the names of the CAC members present and
absent
• A listing of others in attendance at the meeting;
• Unfinished and new business items and a very brief summary of the discussion and
any motions made and voted upon by the members
• The vote taken on a motion; if a roll call vote is taken, the ayes and nays shall be
attributed to each member voting. If a member does not vote, the record should note
that the member abstained.
• Any future meeting dates, times and location, if determined
• The time of adjournment
• The name of the individual taking the minutes
Minutes are usually approved by the CAC at the next meeting.
HANDLING NEW TOPICS NOT ON THE AGENDA
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Sometimes new topics are raised at a CAC meeting that aren't on the agenda. The Arizona Open
Meeting Law requires that the CAC have an item listed on its agenda before it can take any
action on it or even discuss the matter. This is a matter of fairness so people interested in the
subject, but who are not at the meeting, have notice that the CAC will consider it. If the new topic
has enough public interest or concern, the CAC chair may add it to the agenda for the next
meeting. If the item is especially timely, the CAC may decide to schedule a special meeting to
consider the item and make a recommendation.
MAKING A MOTION AND VOTING
The Council has asked the CACs to carefully consider and provide recommendations on matters.
It is important the CACs have complete information on any matter before them. The CAC needs
to know the status of an issue in the Town's planning process so recommendations aren't made
too early or too late in the process. Issues often change and the CAC should make its
recommendation when the matter is about to go before a planning decision-making body.
ACTION ITEMS
The Chair invites the presenter to speak first; asks the public for any questions or comments;
asks the CAC members for any questions or comments; closes public comments and brings the
discussion back to the CAC for any further discussion, questions or comments. The Chair
indicates he/she will entertain a motion. Any member can make a motion. It is highly
recommended that a CAC member take a minute and write out the motion on a piece of paper
and read it out loud. This written clarity allows the secretary and the audience to understand
exactly the intent of the recommendation. Any member can second the motion. If a motion is not
seconded, then the motion dies. The Chair can repeat the process of obtaining a motion. The
CAC can make a motion:
To send a recommendation letter that:
• Either approves or denies the matter;
• Approves an issue with specific conditions;
• Denies the issue due to specific outlined reasons;
• States the CAC does not take a position.
To request:
• That the presenter return at a later date to update the CAC on the status of the issue;
• That the Staff Liaison research and update the CAC at a later date;
• That the issue be placed on a CAC agenda as an action item at a later date.
MAKING NO RECOMMENDATION ON AN ITEM
In some cases, after hearing all available information on a project, a CAC may decide to make no
recommendation on an issue. If the CAC doesn't make a recommendation, however, it may
comment that specific elements should be considered, such as traffic or impacts on local water
quality. The CAC would write a letter to the decision-making body with its comments, also
indicating it has no recommendation on the entire matter.
RECOMMENDATION LETTERS
Every time a CAC votes on a recommendation regarding an issue, the Staff Liaison drafts a brief
letter to the Council summarizing the CACs recommendation, including the motion. It's important
that the CAC communicate promptly with the Council so their recommendations can be
considered before the Council takes any action.
Because the CAC exists to advise the Council, the CAC should work to accomplish community
requests. For example, if the community would like the Engineering Department to install a signal
or stoplight at an intersection on a state highway, the CAC would write to the Council with the
request. They may send copies of the letter to other town departments (i.e: Public Works,) or non-
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Town agencies, (i.e: Pima County Water Resources). The CAC should always copy the Town
Clerk's office on all correspondence, regardless of the letter's addressee. The secretary would
transcribe the letter and send it.
TYPES OF CAC MEETINGS
Regular Meetings
Most CACs meet on a monthly basis.
Special Meetings
Sometimes the CAC must meet at a different time or location other than its regularly scheduled
meeting time or place. This may be because the CAC may expect a large audience to hear a
particular agenda item or because they must discuss an item in time to meet a deadline for the
Council, or for another reason. The Chair should distribute the special meeting agenda a week
before that meeting. At a minimum the special agenda must be posted in the usual public places
at least 24 hours before the meeting to meet the requirements of the Arizona Open Meeting Law.
Special CAC meetings are fairly rare. If the Chair talks regularly with the Staff Liaison for the
CAC, it's most likely there will be time to post a special meeting agenda to meet all Arizona Open
Meeting Law deadlines.
Canceled Meetings
Occasionally, the CAC Chair may decide to cancel a regularly scheduled meeting. The Chair
usually does this after talking with the Staff Liaison and determining the CAC has no timely
matters to consider or will not have a quorum.
THE MEDIA AND MEETING PROMOTION
Media promotion and coverage of CAC meetings varies widely. Some newspapers include CAC
meetings in their community calendar listings and others don't.
Because the CAC is advisory to the Council and created by the Council, it is appropriate that
information about the CAC appear on the Town's web site. That is where members of the public
will most likely seek CAC information. There is current information on the CACs on the Town's
web site at www.marana.com/boards commissions and committees.
Each CAC is listed with the following information:
^ General CAC background
^ The CAC member list
^ Information on how to apply to be a member on the CAC
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MARANA ORDINANCE N0.2008.XX
RELATING TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS; ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL TASKFORCE ON ADVISORY
COMMISSIONS; AMENDING SECTIONS 2-6-2 AND 2-6-3 OF THE TOWN CODE;
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AMENDING THE COMMISSION HANDBOOK AND BYLAWS; AND DECLARING AND. ~oe~eted: AND ~
EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS a review of the function, policies and accountability of advisory commis-
sions which have been established by the Mayor and Council is in the best interest of the Town
of Marana; and
WHEREAS a special Council Taskforce on Advisory Commissions was created to re-
view staff recommendations and has suggested changes to Title 2 of the Marana Town Code and
also to the Commission handbook and bylaws.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, as follows:
SECTION I. Sections 2-6-2 and 2-6-3 of the Marana Town Code are hereby revised as
follows (with deletions shown with ,and additions shown with double underlinin>?): neieted: m;k~~rs
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Section 2-6-2 Application, recommendation, appointment and removal
A. Vacancies on new and existing citizen boards, committees and commissions
shall be announced on the town's internet web site with an open invitation so-
liciting applications from interested citizens. Additional notices may be pub-
lished and posted as directed by the town manager.
B. After the announcement is first published xhe town clerk shall receive citizen
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applications for a minimum of ten working days unless an insufficient number Deleted: aftertne announcement
of applications have been received in which case the town clerk shall continue first appears on the town's internet
to receive applications unto enough have been received to fill the vacancy or web site
vacancies.
C. No more than en days after thedose of the application periodLas provided in _ . - peietea: twenty
paragraph B above, the town clerk shall forward all applications to the town peietea: announcement erst ap-
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manager. pears on the town's internet web site
D. The town manager and/or one or more individuals appointed by the town
manager shall review the applications, investigate the qualifications of the ap-
plicants, and make a recommendation to the town council concerning the ap-
pointment.
E. The town council shall receive the applications and the recommendation at a
regularly scheduled public meeting not more than thirty days after the town
manager's receipt of the applications. The town clerk shall mail each citizen
applicant notice of the public meeting concerning the appointment.
F. At the public meeting concerning the appointment, the town council may do
one or more of the following:
1. Interview one or more applicants either in public or in an executive session
scheduled for that purpose.
2. Make one or more appointments.
3. Order the solicitation of additional applications.
4. Take applications from the audience.
5. Receive nominations from members of the town council.
6. Take any other action it deems appropriate.
G. Citizen members of boards, committees and commissions shall serve without
compensation, except for reimbursement of town-approved necessary and
reasonable expenses incurred in accomplishing the purposes of the board,
committee or commission.
H. A member of any board, committee or commission may be removed from of-
fice with or without cause by a. majority vote of the entire membership of the
town council.
Section 2-6-3 Terms of office
All terms of office for boards, commissions and committees shall be for wo _ . - ~ ~eietea: your
years with a maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a
maximum of six consecutive years, except that the initial terms of office of any
new board, commission or committee shall be staggered so that the terms of no
more than a simple majority of members ends every two years.
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SECTION 2. The amended Citizen Advisory Commission handbook and bylaws, at-
tached as Exhibits A and B respectively and incorporated herein by this reference are hereby
adopted.
SECTION 3. I1' IS FURTHER ORDAINED that, since it is necessary for the preservation
of the peace, health and safety of the Town of Marana that this ordinance become immediately
effective, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this ordinance shall be effective immedi-
ately upon its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
MARANA, ARIZONA, this 1st day of July, 2008.
ATTEST:
Mayor Ed Honea
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk
Frank Cassidy, Town Attorney
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BYLAWS
OF
TOWN OF MARANA INSERT NAME ADVISORY COMMISSION
I. POLICY
The Town of Marana Insert Name Advisory Commission was formed by the approval and
adoption of Ordinance No. 2006.25 by the Marana Town Council on September 5, 2006, to
provide a consistent and inviting community forum for the public to hear about and give
comments on Insert Mission.
II. COMMISSION DESCRIPTION
• Insert appropriate commission description
III. MEMBERSHIP
A. There shall be at least five and no more than seven regular members of the insert name
Advisory Commission, appointed by the Town Council to represent list what the
commission wilt represent.
B. ,~4 majority of commission members will reside or have their primary business within the. Deleted: at least four commissioners ~
Town of Marana; however qualified-commissioners from outside of the Town will be
considered for membership.
C. The members of the INSERT NAME shall be appointed by the Mayor and Council of the
Town of Marana in the manner they deem fit, each to serve a wo-year term with a ~e~eted: four ~
maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a maximum of six
consecutive years.
D. The initial terms of office for a new commission shall be staggered so that the terms of no
more than a simple majority of members ends every two years. The first four names of
the initial Council appointments will be drawn for a term of four years; the three remaining
names will be for a term of two years.
E. In the event that a vacancy occurs because of death, resignation, or otherwise, the
vacancy shall be filled through the defined selection process and appointed by the Mayor
and Council to serve the unexpired term of the commissioner replaced.
F. If a commissioner is not in attendance for three or more consecutive regularly scheduled
meetings or from more than one-half the meetings in a calendar year, a recommendation
shall be made to the Town Council that the non-participating commissioner be removed.
G. One Council member shall be appointed to serve as Council liaison to the commission. ~ - ;Formatted: Bullets and Numbering
The Council member shall attend meetings as an ex-officio. non-voting member.
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H. Commission members may serve on only one commission per term. ~ ;Formatted: Buuets and Numbering
IV. OFFICERS
A. The Chair and Secretary will be selected every year at the regularly scheduled meeting in
the month of insert month by the commissioners present and will assume office at the
next commission meeting.
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B. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the commission may be removed by the
commission whenever, in the judgment of majority of the commissioners, the best
interests of the commission would be serve thereby. Any such removal shall be without
prejudice to the contract rights, if any, of the person so removed.
C. Any vacancies of officers will be filled by a majority vote of the commissioners at the next
meeting of the commission following the occurrence of the vacancy. The person selected
to fill the vacancy will serve the remainder of the vacancy term.
V. RESPONSISBILITIES OF THE CHAIR
A. The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the commission. In the event of the absence of
the Chair, the Secretary shall preside. In the absence of both the Chair and Secretary,
the attending commissioners shall appoint an acting Chair.
B. The Chair shall appoint and remove all members to sub-committees of the commission.
C. The Chair shall preserve order and decide all points of order.
D. The Chair shall assist the clerical support staff in drafting and sign any recommendation
letters and actions taken by the commission. In the absence of the Chair, any other CAC
member may sign on behalf of the commission.
E. The Chair shall coordinate and approve the final format of the agenda no later than one
week prior to the meeting.
F The Chair shall develop a monthly Council Communication form for use by the
Commission.
G The Chair shall schedule an annual report to be presented to the Council
VI. RESPONSISBILITIES OF THE SECRETARY
A. The Secretary shall assist the Chair in preparing a draft agenda.
B. The Secretary shall attend scheduled commission meetings to take summary minutes.
C. The Secretary shall sign and send copy of approved minutes to the Town Clerk's office.
D. The Secretary shall oversee maintenance of the commission mailing list.
E. The Secretary shall oversee maintenance records of commission agendas, approved
minutes and correspondence.
F. The Secretary shall refer all public requests for copies of approved minutes or
Commission correspondence to the Town Clerk's office.
VII. RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERS
A. It is the responsibility of the commissioners to attend regular and special meetings.
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B. No commissioner shall leave any regular or special commission meeting during such
meeting without permission of the Chair.
C. The commission shall strictly follow A.R.S. 38-431.03, also known as the Arizona Open
Meeting Law. The Chair and members shall familiarize themselves with the requirements
of such law, including notice of meetings, taking of minutes, issues to be discussed and
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D. Commissioners shall abide by the guidelines set forth in the Town of Marana Advisory
Commission Handbook.
E. The Commission is authorized to call executive sessions, closed to the general public
during any regular of special meeting, so long as such executive session is authorized by
A.R.S. 38-431.03.
F The Commission shall develop an annual work plan which shall be presented to Council . ?Formatted: Bullets and Numbering )
G All commissioners shall attend the~Town of Marana CREW program prior to the ~ Formatted: Font: (Default) Arial, io
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A. All sub-committees shall consist of at least three members.
B. All sub-committees shall select asub-committee Chair from among the members of such
sub-committee, at the first meeting of the sub-committee.
C. The sub-committee Chair shall preserve order and decide all points of order for meetings
of the sub-committee.
D. The Chair shall set the date, time and place of the first sub-committee meeting, and the
sub-committee Chair shall set all subsequent meetings.
E. The sub-committee Chair shall bring all actions and recommendations to the
Commission. No sub-committee shall be authorized to directly present information to the
Town Council, or take other action, without such action being approved by the
Commission.
IX. RESPONSIBILITIES OFTHE STAFF LIAISON
The Staff Liaison is an ex-officio, non-voting member of the commission provides support
for the following:
A. Assists in the creation of the agenda and reviews the draft agenda for accuracy.
B. Attends CAC meetings and prepares updates and arranges for town staff to attend
when necessary.
C. Prepares responses to inquiries made during public comment.
D. Prepares responses of requests from CAC members.
E. Arranges for meetings that may have a large turnout (new location, chairs, tables, audio
equipment, and refreshments.
F. Brings CAC materials such as member name-cards, maps, and other regularly
used materials to each meeting.
G. Takes minutes if the CAC secretary or clerical support staff is not available.
X. MEETINGS OF MEMBERSHIP
A. The Insert Name Advisory Commission shall hold regular meetings on the (list date) of
each month for transaction of business as may come before the meeting. The meetings
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of the members will be held at the Marana Municipal Complex, Marana, Arizona, or other
locations as designated by the Chair. Whenever a legal holiday occurs on the same day
as a meeting, such meeting shall either be cancelled or rescheduled.
B. The Chair may convene the commission at any time by notifying the members of the
date, hour and purpose of such special meeting. The commissioners shall be given at
least 24 hours' notice of such special meeting by personal notice and the posting of the
notice agenda on the Town's official posting sites.
C. It shall be the responsibility of the Chair to develop a written agenda for all commission
meetings which meets the requirements of the Arizona Open Meeting Law. The Staff
Liaison may assist in this process. Commissioners may contact the Chair to have items
placed on the agenda, and shall attempt to do so at least seven working days prior to the
meeting date. All agendas shall be provided to the clerical support staff, who shall
assure all agendas are properly posted as required by the Arizona Open Meeting Law.
D. All sub-committees will be placed on the agenda for a report on the status of work in
progress for that sub-committee.
E. Business matters of the regular meeting shall be considered as far as practicable in the
following order:
1. Call to Order
2. Introduction of Commissioners
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
5. Action Items
6. Sub-Committee Reports
7. Community Reports (Optional)
8. Call to the Public
9. Future Agenda Items
10. Adjournment
XI
PROCEDURE
A. At all meetings of the commission, the Chair shall call the commission to order and the
Secretary shall record the members present and absent. The Chair may call each matter
of business in the order listed on the Agenda.
B. The Chair shall conduct meetings using parliamentary procedure as recommended by
the Arizona League of Cities and Towns, unless such rules are suspended by a majority
vote of the commission.
C. When a member desires to speak or make a motion, that person shall address himself or
herself to "Mr. or Madam Chair'. Upon being recognized that person may address the
Chair.
D. When more than one member addresses the Chair and wishes to speak, the Chair will
recognize the person who first addressed the Chair.
E. No member shall interrupt another, except to call to order or to correct a mistake.
F. At any meeting of the members, 50% plus one of the members, excluding vacant
positions, shall constitute a quorum. If, after 30 minutes, a quorum is not present, the
commission may choose to meet informally for discussion purposes, all action will be
postponed and agenda items placed on the next special or regular commission meeting
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G. A majority of affirmative votes of the quorum present shall be necessary to pass any
action of the commission.
H. Commissioners shall not vote where there is a conflict of interest and shall disqualify him
or herself in such an event, as provided by A.R.S. 38-501 et. seq. When a conflict
occurs, the member shall not debate or discuss the matter.
I. The Chair may vote or decline to vote on all matters and his or her failure to vote shall not
be counted as an affirmative vote. The Chair shall break all ties.
J. Motions may be determined by voice vote or at the request of a commissioner by roll call
vote. The Chair shall declare all votes. If any member doubts the voice vote, a roll call
shall be ordered. When a roll call vote is commenced, no member shall engage in
discussion of the question being voted upon.
XII. PARTICIPATION BY THE PUBLIC
A. Members of the public wishing to speak at commission meetings will be allowed to speak
during public portions of the meeting, as well as during Call to the Public. The Chair may
limit the length of public comment to three minutes at any time.
B. No person in the audience shall be permitted to speak unless recognized by the Chair.
The chair may permit persons to speak on any agenda item.
C. Orderly procedure requires that each person shall proceed without interruption from the
audience and shall retire when his or her time is up. All discussion shall be addressed to
the commission and there should be no argument or discussion between individuals not
on the commission.
D. The members of the commission may ask questions and make appropriate comments.
E. Citizens attending meetings shall observe rules or propriety, decorum and good conduct.
Any person making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks, or who becomes
boisterous whole addressing the commission while addressing the commission, may be
removed if directed by the Chair. Unauthorized remarks from the audience, whether
verbal or otherwise, shall not be permitted, and the Chair may expel offenders from the
meeting.
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These bylaws may be altered, amended, or repealed and new bylaws adopted by a vote of
the committee members representing a majority of all the members at any meeting or special
meeting when the proposed amendment has been set out in the notice of such meeting. Any
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In the event any portion of these bylaws is found by any court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such portion shall be deemed severed from these bylaws,
and the remaining parts hereof shall. remain in full force and effect as fully as though such
invalid, illegal or unenforceable portion had never been part of there bylaws.
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TOWN OF MARANA MISSION STATEMENT
Our purpose is to provide our citizens with high-quality and valuable municipal services that will enhance
and benefit their lives. We will strive to do this by being responsive and responsible in working with public
and private entities. Our goal is to ensure that Marana remains a safe, stable and attractive community.
Town Officials
Ed Honea, Mayor
Herb Kai, Vice Mayor
Russell Clanagan, Council Member
Patti Comertord, Council Member
Jon Post, Council Member
Carol McGorray, Council Member
Roxanne Ziegler, Council Member
Administrative Staff
Pncitinn Nama TPIPnh~nP
Town Manager Mike Reuwsaat 382-1911
Deputy Town Manager Gilbert Davidson 382-1912
Assistant Town manager Deb Thalasitis 382-1906
Town Attorney Frank Cassidy 382-1940
Town Clerk Jocelyn Bronson 382-1960
Chief of Police ,Terry Tometich 382-2000
Planning Director Barbara Johnson 382-2611
Finance Director Erik Montague 382-1930
Human Resources Director vacant 382-1920
Community Development Director T. Van Hook 382-1909
Technology Services Director vacant
Parks and Recreation Director Tom Ellis 382-1950
Town Engineer/ Asst. Director of Public Works Keith Brann 382-2629
Asst. Director or Public Works/CIP Ryan Benavides 382-2673
Municipal Court Administrator Joe Teta 382-2712
Municipal Court Judge vacant 382-2710
Building Safety Official John Huntley 382-2615
Utilities Director Brad DeSpain 382-2500
Airport Director Charles Mangum 682-9565
Operations & Maintenance Director Mike Mencinger 382-2500
INTRODUCTION
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Thank you for volunteering your time and energy representing your community as a member of a
Citizen Advisory Commission (CAC). The procedures adopted for the CACs apply to all standing
commissions, boards and committees and any subcommittee or ad hoc or task force committee
deemed necessary. The Town Council (Council) strongly encourages and appreciates the input
given by the CACs. The CAC Handbook was created to help you understand the purpose of the
CAC, your role as a CAC member, and how to go about getting the information you need to make
responsive recommendations. Your participation is important and we hope you enjoy being a key
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PURPOSE OF THE CAC
CACs were created to provide a consistent and inviting community forum for the public to hear
about and give comments on a number of local and town-wide topics. Town officials, staff, and
other non-Town staff continually use CAC meetings as an opportunity to provide the public with
information or updates. The Council appoints citizens who have a heartfelt interest in their
community to sit on the CACs.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CAC
The responsibility of the CAC is to encourage and gather public comment on a range of topics
which may affect its area. After the CAC has reviewed a topic and gathered public comments, an
advisory recommendation may be relayed to Council. The CACs input is a valuable component of
the Council's legislative decision-making process.
WHAT IS AN ADVISORY CAC?
While the concerns, insight, and discussions relayed by the CAC to Council are key components
in the deliberative process, CACs do not make or set policies, ordinances or laws and are not in a
position to interpret the zoning ordinance, the general plan or local community plan.
CACs provide recommendations on avariety of topics. They are tasked with gathering input,
making recommendations based on that information and relaying it to the Council.
Some of the CACs receive a description of their duties from the Town Code, Land Development
Code, or specific ordinances, and some are empowered by a Council directive or resolution. An
ex-officio non-voting Council Liaison is assigned to attend the CAC's meetings A Staff Liaison is
assigned to CACs to facilitate communications between the CAC and the Council as a whole. In
addition, a Staff Liaison is assigned to provide administrative support to the work of the CAC.
Citizen participation in finding answers to complex questions that face the Council can be
secured, formally and efficiently, through the use of CACs. Such groups are meant to make
recommendations after sifting and analyzing data. Both CAC members and Town officials should
keep in mind that, for the most part, CACs are advisory in nature, and the Council must make the
ultimate decision.
ESTABLISHING ORDINANCE
The establishing ordinance adopted by the Council for the CACs provides for the consistent
procedure for appointment of members to the various Town boards, commissions and
committees. The establishing ordinance of the Council (Ordinance No. 2006.25 amended by
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BYLAWS
Each CAC will be governed by a standard set of bylaws, see Appendix F, which can be adapted
to the specific purpose of the CAC. Generally, the provisions contained in the bylaws are set
forth below in more detail.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHAIR
Being the Chair of a CAC is an important role. The Chair is responsible for conducting the
meeting, and tasked with creating an accurate and timely agenda. By coordinating with the Staff
Liaison, CAC meetings will be inviting and successful. The following is a list of monthly duties:
• Identify timely items requiring CAC action. The Staff Liaison can assist in this decision.
• Each month, review and decide which items need to be on the CAC agenda.
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• Coordinate and approve the final format of the agenda so the clerical support staff can
mail it out no later than one week prior to the meeting.
• Arrange for another CAC member to chair the meeting if the Chair unable to attend.
• After a meeting, assist the clerical support staff in drafting any recommendation letters.
• Sign all CAC-approved recommendation letters. In the absence of the Chair, any other
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• Schedule and Dresent an annual report and annual work plan to Council.
• On the first CAC agenda of the year, include "Selection of the Chairman". The
chairmanship should be rotated among the CAC members to give others an
opportunity to share the responsibilities.
Each CAC Chair should coordinate mutually convenient processes to handle CAC business and
agenda creation. Some work effectively using the phone, some use a-mail or faxes, and some
arrange to meet occasionally in person.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CAC SECRETARY
Duties of the CAC secretary include:
• Attend scheduled CAC meetings to take summary minutes.
• Sign and send copy of approved minutes to the Town Clerk's office.
• Assist in preparing a draft agenda.
• Maintain the CAC mailing list.
• Maintain records of CAC agendas, approved minutes and correspondence.
The Town Clerk retains the official CAC minutes. Refer all public requests for copies of approved
minutes or CAC correspondence to the Clerk's office.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STAFF LIAISON
The Staff Liaison assists and provides support for the following:
• Assists in the creation of the agenda and reviews the draft agenda for accuracy.
• Attends CAC meetings; prepares updates and arranges for town staff to attend when
necessary.
• Prepares responses to inquiries made during public comment.
• Prepares responses of requests from CAC members.
• Arranges for meetings that may have a large turnout (new location, chairs, tables, audio
equipment, refreshments etc.)
• Bring CAC materials such as member name-cards, maps, and other regularly used CAC
materials, to each meeting.
• Takes minutes if CAC secretary or clerical support staff is not available.
The Staff Liaison is a ex-officio non-voting member of the CAC and is the direct link to the Council
and other town/department resources and is here to help the CAC.
A list of Town staff is found at the beginning of this handbook.
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF CLERICAL SUPPORT STAFF
Town clerical support staff will be assigned to take minutes and provide assistance as necessary
for every CAC meeting. That assistance may include, but is not limited to:
• Prior to an upcoming meeting email the draft agenda to the Staff Liaison to review. This is
a necessary step to ensure that the agenda is accurate.
• At the direction of the CAC Chair and concurrence by the Staff Liaison, prepare the final
agenda and mail no later than five business days prior to the meeting.
• Send copies of the agenda, draft minutes and other related information to the CAC
members.
• Send copies of the agenda to everyone who is on the CAC mailing list.
• Request the Town Clerk to post the CAC agenda in designated public places as soon as
possible after the agenda is finalized, but not less than 24 hours prior to the meeting.
• Make additional copies of the agendas and have them available for the public at CAC
meetings.
• In the case of cancelled meetings, send everyone on the CAC mailing list a cancellation
notice either by a-mail for first class mail and post the notice in the usual public places.
• Take and prepare draft minutes for approval at the next scheduled meeting.
• If unable to attend a meeting or complete routine CAC tasks, contact the Staff Liaison as
soon as possible.
• Arrange to obtain office supplies, as needed.
TERM LIMITS
FAC members may only serve on one commission per term and serve wo-year terms with a
maximum of three consecutive terms allowed not to exceed a total of six consecutive vears_CAC
members serve at the pleasure of the Council and can be removed from office by a majority vote
of the Council at any time. All commissioners shall attend the Town of Marana CREW program by
the comeletion of their first term.
APPLICATIONS, VACANCIES, APPOINTMENTS, RE-APPOINTMENTS, ATTENDANCE AND
RESIGNATIONS
ADDlications
Any member of the community who lives, works or owns property in Marana and who wishes to
serve on a CAC must fill out an application and submit it to the Town Clerk's office. All
applications of persons not appointed to the CAC are kept on file for one year. Applications of
persons appointed to sit on a CAC are kept until they are no longer a member.
Vacancies and Appointments
The Town Clerk's office maintains a database regarding each CAC member and their term
expiration date. If a member chooses not to be re-appointed or resigns prior to term expiration the
seat must be posted as vacant prior to appointing a new member. The process of filling a
vacancy is:
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1. A letter of resignation is considered effective upon submission to the Town Clerk.
2. The Town Clerk advises the Council of the vacancy during a Council Meeting and a
notice of vacancy for the CAC is posted at the official posting locations.
3. The notice of vacancy is posted a minimum of 10 business days.
4. After the posting period, all applications received or on file are considered by the
Manager's Selection Committee (MSC). The MSC will forward all applications and its
recommendation to Council. The Council may wish to interview the candidate(s) in executive
session, and if so, the Town Clerk will advise the candidates of the date and time of the meeting.
5. The Council approves the appointment of the new CAC member.
6. The Town Clerk will schedule an orientation and administer the Loyalty Oath to each
appointee at least 24 hours prior to his/her first CAC meeting.
7. The Staff Liaison will facilitate getting the newly appointed CAC member a security
identification badge from the IT department.
Re-aaaointments
When a CAC member's term is about to expire, the Staff Liaison and CAC members are notified
by the Town Clerk. Upon receiving a letter of intention to remain on the CAC, the Council may
choose to re-appoint the incumbent member. If the member wishes to be re-appointed, the re-
appointment is placed on an upcoming Council agenda for approval under consent items. Should
the Council choose to appoint a new member, steps 2 - 5 under Vacancies and Appointments
would occur.
ATTENDANCE
Unless otherwise specified in the adopted CAC bylaws, an appointed member of any CAC who is
absent without prior excuse from three or more consecutive scheduled meetings or from more
than one-half the meetings in any one calendar year, will be considered to have resigned. The
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Resignation Letters
If a CAC member chooses to resign his/her position on the CAC, a written letter of resignation
should be sent to the attention of the Town Clerk, at 11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana,
Arizona 85653.
PROPER PROCEDURES
All meetings, votes and records (including minutes) of CACs are open for public review unless
state law or Town ordinance or resolution allows the closing of the meeting and the record for a
specified and allowed purpose. Rarely will a CAC be involved with a matter that may be
considered for a closed session.
MEETING FACILITIES
Meeting facilities for CACs are available at the Marana Municipal Complex, the Marana
Operations Center and the Parks & Recreation Department. It is the responsibility of the Staff
Liaison to obtain a meeting place for the CAC that they serve.
Public Accessibility and Accommodation of Soecial Needs
Arizona law requires all meetings be held in a location that allows for public attendance. The
federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires all services, programs, activities and
functions of the Town to be accessible to people with disabilities. Incompliance with these federal
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requirements, all CACs are required to conduct public business in an accessible and barrier-free
environment. Individuals with special needs are encouraged to communicate their needs to the
Town Clerk in advance of any meeting so that proper accommodations can be made for the
individual to participate in the meeting.
If an individual with a special disability attends a meeting without advance notice of the need to
provide an accommodation, the Chair shall make every effort to postpone and reschedule the
item of business for which the individual is attending the meeting until arrangements can be made
to reasonably accommodate the person.
THE ARIZONA OPEN MEETING LAW
All CACs must observe the requirements of A.R.S. § 38-431.01, the Arizona Open Meeting Law,
which is stated in its entirety in Appendix J - You As a Public Official -provided by the Arizona
League of Cities and Towns.
POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR CAC MEMBERS
Occasionally, a CAC member may have a conflict of interest regarding an item before the CAC.
CAC members are often active in many areas of their community and there may be instances
where their professional activities touch on issues before the CAC.
Anyone appointed to a CAC is a "Public Official" per Acizona law and a "CAC Official" under the
Handbook for Citizen Advisory Commissions and is obligated to adhere to related standards of
conduct and ethics. In particular, the Town needs to be aware of any actual or potential conflict
of interest by a CAC appointee. If a CAC member is unsure as to whether or not there is a
conflict, the Staff Liaison should be notified of the concern and can provide direction.
When a conflict occurs, the CAC member should mention the conflict when the item comes up on
the agenda, and remove him or herself from any CAC vote regarding a recommendation on the
item. That allows the CAC to remain as objective as possible in the advice it provides without
limiting the activities of CAC members serving as public-spirited volunteers.
Like any member of the public, however, the CAC member is welcome to participate in public
comment and discussion of the item and may be able to provide information on the item.
Please review Appendix J - You As a Public Official -Conflicts of Interest (p. 4).
POSTING OF MEETING NOTICES AND AGENDAS
Notices of meetings are required to be posted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting,
excluding weekends and holidays. In a true emergency situation, less than 24 hours is
acceptable.
A bulletin board on the southern exterior wall of the Marana Municipal Complex is used to post
meeting notices. Notices may also be posted on the Town's official web site.
CREATING AND FORMATTING THE AGENDA
There are many ways to create an agenda. Ultimately, the Chair, with the assistance of the Staff
Liaison, decides which items are placed on the agenda. However, input from others is always
helpful. Note that the Arizona Open Meeting Law prohibits CAC action on any item not listed on
the agenda.
A general guide to formatting the agenda is located in the Bylaws, Appendix F, section VIII E and
in the Town Code, Title 2, Chapter 2-4-4. CAC agendas must be consistent to promote a timely
and productive meeting. The CAC agenda must have enough information about each agenda
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item so a member of the public -who may never have attended a CAC meeting before -will
have a good idea of what will be discussed and what action the CAC is being requested to take.
A general guide to formatting the agenda is located in the Bylaws, section VIII. E. The Staff
Liaison will assist in providing a template for this purpose. However, the following information
provides additional detail:
The date, time, and location of the CAC meeting, including the street address.
Americans With Disabilities Act Notice
The following Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) paragraph MUST appear on every CAC
agenda: "The Town of Marana is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are provided
the resources to participate fully in its public meetings. If you require disability-related
modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aid or services, please contact the Town
Clerk's office."
Call to order and introduction of CAC Members.
While you may have a core group of the public who attend every meeting, it is still a good idea to
for each CAC member to introduce him or herself or have name plates in a prominent location.
Set time limits and list these on the agenda.
It is helpful for the Chair to set time limits for agenda items. This helps ensure that all presenters
are heard. Depending on the length of the agenda, suggested times might be ten minutes for a
presentation, five minutes for a town staff response, and 15 minutes for a CAC member, public
questions and discussion. These time limits should be listed on the agenda to help with the flow
of the meeting.
Approval of Agenda
Any changes to the agenda should be made 24 hours prior to the posting of the agenda. If
circumstances require changes at the meeting, the changes must be noted and the agenda
approved by motion prior to any discussion.
Approval of Minutes
CAC members should review the draft minutes prior to attending the meeting. The clerical
support staff is responsible for transcribing summary minutes. These minutes do not need to be
verbatim. Copies of approved minutes will be posted on the official website under Board,
Commissions and Committees and are also available upon request at the Town Clerk's office at
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653 or by a-mail jbronsonCa~marana.com.
Public Comment on Agenda items
The CAC exists to receive input from and provide information to the public. The public should
have the first opportunity to speak on any matter presented to the CAC, BEFORE CAC members
express their views. This helps ensure a CACs objectivity in considering amatter -both real and
perceived - so CAC members can consider public comment before they ask their own questions,
present their own views, and take a position on the issue. Public comments are essential in
making responsible recommendations on issues. CAC members represent and are the voice of
the community.
Information /Non-Action Items
Any topic listed should include as much information as possible regarding the matter, program, or
issue including where the item is in the planning process (if applicable) and the presenter's name.
Items listed under this section do not require any action from the CAC. The item is for information
only so that the public and CAC are aware of the issue. Information items allow the CAC to
review a matter and make verbal suggestions to the appropriate party (i.e.: developer, town staff)
BEFORE that matter is brought back as an action item for the CACs possible recommendation.
Action Items
Action items allow the CAC to make a recommendation on an issue after they have reviewed the
facts and gathered input from the community. Action items listed on the agenda must have a
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detailed description: subject and a brief description, the name of the applicant (if any), and the
name of the presenter. Additionally, it should be noted what action the CAC is being requested to
take. For example: "The CAC may make a recommendation on the subject location and density"
or "The CAC may make a recommendation on the design, lighting and signage of the building."
Subcommittee Resorts (ootionap
Some CACs have found it useful to establish standing subcommittees on areas of local interest.
Examples might include traffic, transportation, public safety, parks & recreation, education and
schools, and land use. Such subcommittees usually have a CAC member as chair and may add
other members of the community who wish to participate. The subcommittee chair usually
provides a brief report at each meeting.
A CAC also may decide to establish a separate ad hoc subcommittee/task force to address short-
term issues of local interest, such as the possible formation of a local recreation district or
construction of a local facility like a park or a community pool. At least one CAC member must sit
on the subcommittee with other members of the community who may wish to participate. Such
committees also provide regular reports to the CAC. A standing or ad hoc subcommittee can
meet as needed but must not violate Open Meeting Law requirements.
Community Resorts (optional)
Local organizations may be invited to update the CAC on community events. If they regularly
appear at CAC meetings, listing them on the agenda allows them a specific time to speak. The
local Chamber of Commerce is an example. Not all CACs partake in having a specified section
for these reports due to the length of their meetings. These organizations are always welcome to
speak during public comment.
Public Comment Section
The CAC may listen, but no action can be taken on items brought up during the Public Comment
section of the agenda. This is a time for the public to discuss any item NOT listed on the agenda.
The Staff Liaison assigned to the CAC can assist any member of the public with issues not listed
on the agenda.
Future Agenda Items
Notwithstanding the discretion of the CAC Chair as to what items to place on the agenda, if three
or more CAC members request an item to be placed on the agenda, it must be placed upon the
agenda for the next regular CAC meeting after the date of the request.
Indicate the date of the next meeting for the record.
Adjournment
REQUESTS FROM TOWN DEPARTMENTS, APPLICANTS, CITIZENS AND OUTSIDE
AGENCIES
Town staff may request time on the agenda to discuss a variety of items. Applicants, citizens, and
other agencies may request time as well. CAC members are encouraged to research and check
with the Staff Liaison to determine the necessity, appropriateness, and timeline of the items
placed on the agenda.
ITEMS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR CAC AGENDAS
The following items should not be discussed or placed on the CAC agenda for discussion:
• Campaign related information
• Federal or state legislation
• Superior court, municipal court or traffic court issues
• Disputes or claims against the Town
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• Family law issue
• Staff issues
• Budget recommendations
If CAC members are unsure about the appropriateness, please contact the Staff Liaison or the
Town Clerk's office for clarification.
CONDUCTING A MEETING
Because each CAC represents its own unique community, it will establish its own meeting
procedures. Some CACs tend to be more formal in procedure, some are less formal. When
setting up meeting procedures, it's important to keep the CACs goal in mind - to encourage
public input on all issues it considers, to gather and convey public input, and provide advice to the
Council.
It is the responsibility of the Chair to direct the meeting. A CAC meeting should not be any longer
than two hours. Having time limits and maintaining productive dialog is imperative.
ATTENDANCE -DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
To conduct business, the CAC must have a quorum. A quorum is a simple majority (half the
members plus one). The Chair is considered a member for purposes of determining whether
there is a quorum.
If a CAC is unable to reach a quorum at a regular or special meeting, the CAC may decide either
to adjourn the meeting OR to hold an informal gathering to discuss any scheduled agenda items
and committee reports. In either case, the event would not be considered a CAC meeting and the
secretary would not take regular minutes. Instead, the secretary should take informal notes for
the CAC records, sending a copy to the Town Clerk's office, indicating that the CAC did not form
a quorum. The CAC may not take any action.
MINUTES
Minutes taken at CAC meetings should contain the following information:
• The date and time the meeting convened and the meeting place
• The calling to order by the Chair
• The roll call, including a recording of the names of the CAC members present and
absent
• A listing of others in attendance at the meeting;
• Unfinished and new business items and a very brief summary of the discussion and
any motions made and voted upon by the members
• The vote taken on a motion; if a roll call vote is taken, the ayes and nays shall be
attributed to each member voting. If a member does not vote, the record should note
that the member abstained.
• Any future meeting dates, times and location, if determined
• The time of adjournment
• The name of the individual taking the minutes
Minutes are usually approved by the CAC at the next meeting.
HANDLING NEW TOPICS NOT ON THE AGENDA
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Sometimes new topics are raised at a CAC meeting that aren't on the agenda. The Arizona Open
Meeting Law requires that the CAC have an item listed on its agenda before it can take any
action on it or even discuss the matter. This is a matter of fairness so people interested in the
subject, but who are not at the meeting, have notice that the CAC will consider it. If the new topic
has enough public interest or concern, the CAC chair may add it to the agenda for the next
meeting. If the item is especially timely, the CAC may decide to schedule a special meeting to
consider the item and make a recommendation.
MAKING A MOTION AND VOTING
The Council has asked the CACs to carefully consider and provide recommendations on matters.
It is important the CACs have complete information on any matter before them. The CAC needs
to know the status of an issue in the Town's planning process so recommendations aren't made
too early or too late in the process. Issues often change and the CAC should make its
recommendation when the matter is about to go before a planning decision-making body.
ACTION ITEMS
The Chair invites the presenter to speak first; asks the public for any questions or comments;
asks the CAC members for any questions or comments; closes public comments and brings the
discussion back to the CAC for any further discussion, questions or comments. The Chair
indicates he/she will entertain a motion. Any member can make a motion. It is highly
recommended that a CAC member take a minute and write out the motion on a piece of paper
and read it out loud. This written clarity allows the secretary and the audience to understand
exactly the intent of the recommendation. Any member can second the motion. If a motion is not
seconded, then the motion dies. The Chair can repeat the process of obtaining a motion. The
CAC can make a motion:
To send a recommendation letter that:
• Either approves or denies the matter;
• Approves an issue with specific conditions;
• Denies the issue due to specific outlined reasons;
• States the CAC does not take a position.
To request:
• That the presenter return at a later date to update the CAC on the status of the issue;
• That the Staff Liaison research and update the CAC at a later date;
• That the issue be placed on a CAC agenda as an action item at a later date.
MAKING NO RECOMMENDATION ON AN ITEM
In some cases, after hearing all available information on a project, a CAC may decide to make no
recommendation on an issue. If the CAC doesn't make a recommendation, however, it may
comment that specific elements should be considered, such as traffic or impacts on local water
quality. The CAC would write a letter to the decision-making body with its comments, also
indicating it has no recommendation on the entire matter.
RECOMMENDATION LETTERS
Every time a CAC votes on a recommendation regarding an issue, the Staff Liaison drafts a brief
letter to the Council summarizing the CACs recommendation, including the motion. It's important
that the CAC communicate promptly with the Council so their recommendations can be
considered before the Council takes any action.
Because the CAC exists to advise the Council, the CAC should work to accomplish community
requests. For example, if the community would like the Engineering Department to install a signal
or stoplight at an intersection on a state highway, the CAC would write to the Council with the
request. They may send copies of the letter to other town departments (i.e: Public Works,) or non-
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Town agencies, (i.e: Pima County Water Resources). The CAC should always copy the Town
Clerk's office on all correspondence, regardless of the letter's addressee. The secretary would
transcribe the letter and send it.
TYPES OF CAC MEETINGS
Regular Meetings
Most CACs meet on a monthly basis
SDecial Meetings
Sometimes the CAC must meet at a different time or location other than its regularly scheduled
meeting time or place. This may be because the CAC may expect a large audience to hear a
particular agenda item or because they must discuss an item in time to meet a deadline for the
Council, or for another reason. The Chair should distribute the special meeting agenda a week
before that meeting. At a minimum the special agenda must be posted in the usual public places
at least 24 hours before the meeting to meet the requirements of the Arizona Open Meeting Law.
Special CAC meetings are fairly rare. If the Chair talks regularly with the Staff Liaison for the
CAC, it's most likely there will be time to post a special meeting agenda to meet all Arizona Open
Meeting Law deadlines.
Canceled Meetings
Occasionally, the CAC Chair may decide to cancel a regularly scheduled meeting. The Chair
usually does this after talking with the Staff Liaison and determining the CAC has no timely
matters to consider or will not have a quorum.
THE MEDIA AND MEETING PROMOTION
Media promotion and coverage of CAC meetings varies widely. Some newspapers include CAC
meetings in their community calendar listings and others don't.
Because the CAC is advisory to the Council and created by the Council, it is appropriate that
information about the CAC appear on the Town's web site. That is where members of the public
will most likely seek CAC information. There is current information on the CACs on the Town's
web site at www.marana.com/boards commissions and committees.
Each CAC is listed with the following information:
• General CAC background
^ The CAC member list
^ Information on how to apply to be a member on the CAC
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INFORMATION ~'~
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MEETING DATE: July 1, 2008 AGENDA ITEM: L.1
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: Michael A. Reuwsaat, Town Manager/Stephen Romero,
Intergovernmental Affairs Administrator
SUBJECT: Legislative Issues: Discussion/Direction/Action regarding all
legislation
DISCUSSION
This item is scheduled for each regular council Meeting in order to provide an opportunity to
discuss any legislative item that might arise during the current session of the State Legislature.
Periodically, an oral report maybe given to supplement the Legislative Bulletins.
ATTACHMENTS
Legislative Bulletin, Issues 23 and 24.
RECOMMENDATION
Upon the request of Council, staff will be pleased to provide recommendations on specific
legislative issues.
SUGGESTED MOTION
Mayor and Council's pleasure.
Jcsio6izsizoosn is i i ~
Arizona
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Towns
IN THIS
ISSUE
Budget & Session Update ............ 1
Important Elections Fix Passes
Overwhelmingly .......................... 1
Biological Evidence Storage ....... 1
Senator Jake Flake Honored as
Great Arizona Statesman ............. 2
Final Reminder: Resolutions Due
June 16 By 5:00 PM .................... 2
Candidates 2008 .......................... 2
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League of Arizona Cities and Towns.
Forward your comments or suggestions
to:
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Bulletin -Issue 23 -June 13, 2008
BUDGET & SESSION UPDATE
Today marks the 152nd day of the regular session, which gives the Legislature only
17 more days to craft a budget before the start of the 2008-09 fiscal year. Given the
enormous fiscal deficit that must be gapped to achieve a balanced budget, all funds
and budgets remain vulnerable to potential cuts, including shared revenues.
From our vantage point at the League, we hear new budget rumors several times a
day. At times we hear that shared revenues are not up for discussion and at other
times they are. Therefore, now is the time to contact vour le islg ators and remind
them that cities and towns have already been hit hard by the recession and have made
budget cuts and, in some cases, layoffs. Additionally, pursuant to state law, city and
town budgets for next fiscal year have been set and approved by their elected
councils and shared revenues remain a critical source of funding for essential city
operations. To reduce shared revenues now would doubly punish cities and towns
and make it very difficult to provide the close-to-home services the citizens of
Arizona rely on daily.
IMPORTANT ELECTIONS FIX PASSES
OVERWHELMINGLY
A bill that contains an important technical correction for local elections passed with
ease through the Senate and House recently. Senate Bill 1053 - NOW: elections; observation; counting center -
deals principally with observing ballot counting centers, but it also became an important vehicle for the technical fix
that allows certain local elections to be held on the ninth Tuesday before the first Tuesday after the first Monday in
November.
S.B. 1053 passed out of the Senate 25-1-4 and out of the House 50-0-10, with an emergency clause, meaning the fix
would go into effect immediately upon signature of the Governor rather than on the general effective date. The bill
will be transmitted to the Governor's office next week.
If this technical fix is important to your city or town, please contact the Governor's Office to let them know.
BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE STORAGE
Senate Bill 1412, sponsored by Senator John Huppenthal (R-Chandler) requires government entities that
investigate crime to store representative samples of biological evidence. The bill allows governments to establish
procedures for storage and also allows them to dispose of the bulk evidence after county attorney or Attorney
General approval. Reasonable efforts must be made to notify victims of the disposal. The disposal of the bulk
evidence can take place after the time has expired for the initiation of a direct appeal and the first post-conviction
proceeding.
Although the bill passed out of the House on a 58-0-2 vote, Sen. Huppenthal still recommended that the bill be
further amended in a joint conference committee. The conference committee added an amendment relating to
mandatory fingerprinting. The bill will be Final Read in the Senate soon and then will go to the House for a Final
June 13, 2008
Read as well.
Biological Evidence Storage contd.
The League worked closely with law enforcement agencies around the state to find reasonable solutions to the initial
issues and applaud the sponsor and Representative Eddie Farnsworth (R-Gilbert), Chair of the House Judiciary
Committee, for their ability to find effective compromise.
SENATOR JAKE FLAKE HONORED AS GREAT ARIZONA STATESMAN
More than 1,000 friends, family and colleagues gathered to mourn the loss of Senator Franklin "Jake" Flake (R-
Snowflake) at a memorial service held in Phoenix on Wednesday. Senator Flake passed away on Sunday, June 8
from complications after falling from his horse a few weeks earlier. Those who paid tribute to the late Senator
include former Senate President Ken Bennett and Flake's nephew, United States Congressman Jeff Flake.
Senator Flake was remembered as a family man, friend, man of faith, leader and role model, an acknowledgement of
the many roles he filled and the thousands of lives that he touched. He was a true friend of cities and towns,
tirelessly supporting local government during his 11 years at the legislature, including two as Speaker of the House.
His funeral will be held today at the Snowflake Main Street Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be sent to:
Snowflake Academy Foundation
30 W. 2nd South
Snowflake, Arizona 85937
www. snowflakeac ademy. com
FINAL REMINDER: RESOLUTIONS DUE JUNE 16 BY 5:00 PM
Please contact Cheyenne Walsh at (602) 258-5786 or cwalsh(n.azleague.org with any questions or to submit your
resolutions. You may also fax resolutions to (602) 253- 3874. Please don't forget that resolutions must be properly
formatted and be cosponsored by at least two municipalities.
CANDIDATES 2008
Below is a list of candidates who have filed for legislative and congressional offices. Some signatures for particular
candidates may be challenged, and we will update this list in the event that any of the challenges are successful.
OFFICE 1'ARTI' NAME CTT1ESrI'OWNS REPRESENTED
(~~mcrr~>i~mal In~unihent ~ Current memf,rr~,(sl.~lz $en.ue -Current mcmf,rr Houk of Ke ~rr~ent.3ti~es
CONGRESS
CD-1 Dem Jeffrey Brown Central, east-central and northeast Arizona;
Dem Ann Kirkpatrick includes Navajo and Apache reservations
Dem Howard Shanker
Dem Mary Kim Titla
GOP Barry Hall
GOP Tom Hansen
GOP Sydney Hay
GOP Preston Korn
GOP Sandra LB Livingstone
CD-2 Dem John Thrasher West Phoenix, Lake Havasu City,
Green William Crum Kingman, Grand Canyon, Second Mesa
Lib Powell Gammill
GOP Trent Franks
June 13, 2008
QFI'1CH; I'AR"1'Y N;1;17L Ci1'lES~I"01~ NS KEP1tESLNTrD
~' Con sessional Incumbent N Current member of state Senate ~ Current member House of Re resentatives
CD-3 Dem Bob Lord North Phoenix, Paradise Valley North to
Lib Michael Shoen Anthem, New River, county line; boundary
GOP John Shadegg ~k includes 43`a Ave., Thomas Road,
Scottsdale Road
CD-4 Dem Ed Pastor ~k Central and South Central Phoenix;
Green Rebecca Dewitt boundaries include 75"' Ave., Bethany
Lib Joe Cobb Home, 48~' Street, South Mountain
GOP Don Karg
CD-5 Dem Harry Mitchell ~k Ahwatukee, Tempe, Scottsdale, Fountain
Lib Warren Severin Hills, Ft. McDowell, North and East to
GOP Mark Anderson 0 county line
GOP Susan Bitter Smith
GOP Lee Gentry
GOP Laura Knaperek
GOP Jim Ogsbury
GOP David Schweikert
CD-6 Dem Chris Gramazio Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Sun Lakes
Dem Rebecca Schneider
Lib Rick Biondi
GOP Scott Bergren
GOP Jeff Flake
CD-7 Dem Raul Grijalva * Southwest Arizona, Yuma County; parts of
GOP Gene Chewning La Paz, Maricopa, Pima, Santa Cruz
GOP Joseph Sweeney Counties; West Tucson, Tohono O'Odham
Nation Gila River Indian Communit
CD-8 Dem Gabrielle Giffords * North and East Tucson, Catalina, Green
GOP Tim Bee i/ Valley, Sierra Vista, Wilcox, Bisbee,
Dou las
STATE SENATE
Senate LD-1 GOP Tom O'Halleran // Camp Verde, Chino Valley, Clarkdale,
GOP Steve Pierce Cottonwood, Jerome, Prescott, Prescott
Valle Sedona Williams
Senate LD-2 Dem Albert Hale i/ Flagstaff
GOP Ro ce Jenkins
Senate LD-3 Dem Mary Landahl Bullhead City, Colorado City, Fredonia,
GOP Ron Gould ~/ Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Page, Parker,
uartzsite
Senate LD-4 Dem Robert Boehlke Buckeye, Dewey-Humboldt, Glendale,
GOP Jack Harper i/ Peoria, Phoenix, Surprise, Wickenburg
GOP John B Zerb
Senate LD-5 GOP TBA Clifton, Duncan, Eagar, Globe, Holbrook, ,
Miami, Payson, Pima, Pinetop-Lakeside,
Safford, St. Johns, Show Low, Snowflake,
Springerville, Star Valley, Taylor,
Thatcher Winslow
Senate LD-6 Dem Jim Larson Phoenix
GOP Pamela Gorman N
Senate LD-7 Dem Lisa Black Carefree, Cave Creek, Phoenix, Scottsdale
Lib Dennis G Grenier
GOP Jim Warin N
Senate LD-8 GOP Carol S Allen Fountain Hills Scottsdale
Senate LD-9 Dem Karen Price Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Youngtown
GOP Robert "Bob" Burns i/
Senate LD-10 Dem Martin Monroe Glendale, Phoenix
GOP Linda Gra N
Senate LD-11 Dem Ann Wallack Paradise Valley, Phoenix
GOP Barbara Leff N
Senate LD-12 Dem •Angela Cotera Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Glendale,
GOP John Nelson 0 Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Phoenix,
S rise
June 13, 2008
pE1~ICE PARTY NAMI: CI"TIKS~"I'O~'VS RFPRLSLn7'Ell
'~ Con essional Incumbent .~' Current member of state Senate ~ Current member House of Re resentatives
Senate LD-13 Dem Richard Miranda Avondale Glendale Phoenix Tolleson
Senate LD-14 Dem Debbie McCune Davis Glendale Phoenix
Senate LD-15 Dem Ken Cheuvront Phoenix
Senate LD-16 Dem Leah Landrum i/ Guadalupe, Phoenix
GOP Daniel J Veres
Senate LD-17 Dem Meg Burton Cahill N Scottsdale, Tempe
GOP Jesse Hernandez
Senate LD-18 Dem Judah Nativio Mesa
GOP Kevin Gibbons
GOP Russell Pearce 0
Senate LD-19 GOP Chuck Gra A ache Junction Mesa
Senate LD-20 Dem Ted Maish Chandler, Phoenix, Tempe
GOP John Hu enthal //
Senate LD-21 GOP Ja Tibshraen Chandler Mesa ueen Creek
Senate LD-22 GOP Joe Bedgood Apache Junction, Gilbert, Mesa
GOP Eddie Farnsworth 0
GOP Tha er Verschoor N
Senate LD-23 Dem Rebecca Rios N Apache Junction, Avondale, Casa Grande,
GOP Andre Campos Coolidge, Eloy, Florence, Hayden, Kearny,
Mammoth, Maricopa, Phoenix, Queen
Creek Su erior Winkelman
Senate LD-24 Dem Amanda Aguirre N Parker, San Luis, Somerton, Wellton,
Green Jack Kretzer Yuma
Senate LD-25 Dem Manual V "Manny" Alvarez 0 Benson, Bisbee, Buckeye, Douglas, Gila
GOP Mary Ann Black Bend, Huachuca City, Marana, Nogales,
Sierra Vista Tombstone Willcox
Senate LD-26 Dem Cheryl A Cage Marana, Oro Valley, Tucson
GOP Pete Hershberger 0
GOP Al Melvin
Senate LD-27 Dem Jorge Luis Garcia i/ Tucson
GOP Bob Westerman
Senate LD-28 Dem Paula Aboud Tucson
Senate LD-29 Dem Linda Lo ez 0 South Tucson Tucson
Senate LD-30 Dem Georgette W Valle Patagonia, Sahuarita, Sierra Vista, Tucson
GOP Jonathon Paton 0
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
House LD-1 GOP Lucy Mason 0 Camp Verde, Chino Valley, Clarkdale,
GOP Andy Tobin 0 Cottonwood, Jerome, Prescott, Prescott
Valle Sedona Williams
House LD-2 Dem Tom Chabin 0 Flagstaff
Dem Christopher Deschene
Dem Mark Haughwout
Dem Albert Tom 0
House LD-3 Dem Pamela Durbin Bullhead City, Colorado City, Fredonia,
GOP Doris Goodale Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Page, Parker,
GOP Trish Groe 0 Quartzsite
GOP Nancy McLain 0
House LD-4 Dem Sue Dolphin Buckeye, Dewey-Humboldt, Glendale,
Dem Paula S Forster Peoria, Phoenix, Surprise, Wickenburg
GOP Tom Boone 0
GOP Judy M Burges 0
House LD-5 Dem Jack A Brown 0 Clifton, Duncan, Eagar, Globe, Holbrook, ,
GOP Sylvia Tenney Allen Miami, Payson, Pima, Pinetop-Lakeside,
GOP Bill Konopnicki 0 Safford, St. Johns, Show Low, Snowflake,
Springerville, Star Valley, Taylor,
Thatcher Winslow
June 13, 2008
OFFICE PARTY NAME C[TIESI~TOii~`ItiS REPItESENTEU
',t' Con essional Incumbent ~' Current member of state Senate C1 Current member House of Re resentatives
House LD-6 Dem Teri Conrad Phoenix
Dem Jack Doody
GOP Tony Bouie
GOP Sam Crump 0
GOP Carl Seel
House LD-7 Dem Jeanne Lunn Carefree, Cave Creek, Phoenix, Scottsdale
Lib James Iannuzo
GOP Ray Barnes 0
GOP Nancy Barto 0
House LD-8 Dem Stephanie Rimmer Fountain Hills, Scottsdale
GOP John Kavanagh 0
GOP Michele Reagan 0
House LD-9 Dem Shawn Hutchinson Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Youngtown
Dem Sheri Van Horsen
GOP Debbie Lesko
GOP Rick Murphy 0
House LD-10 Dem Edy Blackwell Glendale, Phoenix
Dem Leonard Clark
Dem Lamont Lovejoy
Dem Jackie Thrasher 0
Green Margarite Dale
Lib Scott Gibson
GOP Doug Quelland
GOP Jim Weiers 0
House LD-11 Dem Mark DeSimone 0 Paradise Valley, Phoenix
GOP Jon Altmann
GOP Adam Driggs 0
House LD-12 Dem Eve Nunez Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Glendale,
Dem David Scanlon Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Phoenix,
Green Celeste M Castorena Surprise
GOP Robert Blendu i/
GOP Steve Montenegro
GOP Jerry Weiers
House LD-13 Dem Steve Gallardo 0 Avondale, Glendale, Phoenix, Tolleson
Dem Martha Garcia 0
GOP Timothy Schwartz
House LD-14 Dem Chad Campbell 0 Glendale, Phoenix '
Dem Robert Meza 0
Dem John Valdez
House LD-15 Dem David Lujan 0 Phoenix
Dem Kyrsten Sinema 0
GOP Ed Hedges
House LD-16 Dem Cloves Campbell, Jr 0 Guadalupe, Phoenix
Dem Betty Doss Ware
Dem Ben Miranda 0
Dem Jimmie Munoz, Jr
GOP Ronald Harders
GOP Raymond Williams
House LD-17 Dem Ed Ableser 0 Scottsdale, Tempe
Dem David Schapira 0
Green David Corl
GOP Mark Thompson
GOP Wes Waddle
House LD-18 Dem Tammie Pursley Mesa
GOP Cecil Ash
GOP Steve Court
GOP Kanani Henderson
GOP Ron Middlebrook
June 13, 2008
~F'I~ICE P.aR'1'Y NA1~1L CITII~:S/`I'O«'NS REPRESF'\'CED
°,F° Con essional Incumbent N Current member of state Senate ~? Current member House of Re resentatives
House LD-19 Dem Kathy Romano Apache Junction, Mesa
GOP Kirk Adams 0
GOP Rich Crandall 0
House LD-20 Dem Jim Torgeson Chandler, Phoenix, Tempe
Dem Rae Waters
GOP Jeff Dial
GOP John McComish 0
GOP Frank Schmuck
GOP Andy Swann
House LD-21 Dem Phil Hettmansperger Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek
GOP Warde V Nichols 0
GOP Steve Yarbrough 0
House LD-22 Dem Glenn Ray Apache Junction, Gilbert, Mesa
GOP Adam Armer
GOP Andy Biggs 0
GOP Bob Brown
GOP Laurin Hendrix
House LD-23 Dem Dorian Bond Apache Junction, Avondale, Casa Grande,
Dem Ernest Bustamante Coolidge, Eloy, Florence, Hayden, Kearny,
Dem Barbara McGuire 0 Mammoth, Maricopa, Phoenix, Queen
Dem Krista Pacion Creek, Superior, Winkelman
GOP John Fillmore
GOP Frank Pratt
House LD-24 Dem Lynne Pancrazi 0 Parker, San Luis, Somerton, Wellton,
Dem Theresa Ulmer 0 Yuma
GOP Russ Jones
House LD-25 Dem Richard "Ric" Boyer Benson, Bisbee, Buckeye, Douglas, Gila
Dem Patricia "Pat" Fleming Bend, Huachuca City, Marana, Nogales,
GOP Timothy Davies Sierra Vista, Tombstone, Willcox
GOP David Stevens
House LD-26 Dem Donald Jorgensen Marana, Oro Valley, Tucson
Dem Nancy Young Wright 0
GOP Trent Humphries
GOP Vic Williams
GOP Marilyn Zerull
House LD-27 Dem Oliva Cajero Bedford 0 Tucson
Dem John Kromko
Dem Phil Lopes 0
Green Kent Solberg
GOP JD "Duke" Schechter
House LD-28 Dem David Bradley 0 Tucson
Dem Steve Farle 0
House LD-29 Dem Eric Carbajal Bustamante South Tucson, Tucson
Dem Ephraim Cruz
Dem Gil Guerra
Dem Matt Heinz
Dem Daniel Patterson
Dem Tom Prezelski 0
Dem Patricia Puig
GOP Juan Ciscomani
GOP Pat Kilburn
House LD-30 Dem Andrea Dalessandro Patagonia, Sahuarita, Siena Vista, Tucson
GOP Frank Antenori
GOP Sharon Collins
GOP David Gowan
GOP Dough Sopsito
June 13, 2008
League of Arizona
Cities ~NOTowns
IN THIS
ISSUE
Shutdown Imminent? ................... 1
Jobs Creation Package ................. 1
Governor Signs Elections
Corzection .................................... 1
New Laws Report ........................ 2
League Pays Visit to State's
Newest Senator 2
The Weekly Spotlight .................. 2
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to:
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Phone: 602-258-5786
Fax: 602-253-3874
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Bulletin -Issue 24 -June 20, 2008
SHUTDOWN IMMINENT?
The Legislature concluded the week with more questions than answers regarding the
budget and the final adjournment of session. On Tuesday, a joint Senate-House
Appropriations Committee convened and heard from the Joint Legislative Budget
Committee (JLBC) staff on the current fiscal and economic condition of the state; in
short, things are bad. The committee also heard from Legislative Council on the
legal implications of a fiscal year beginning without the constitutionally mandated
budget. According to Legislative Council, there is no clear roadmap, which could be
a recipe for chaos if the state government officially shuts down. State Treasurer
Dean Martin was more specific, saying that the Treasurer would be "unable to cut
checks for certain expenditures... like urban revenue sharing."
On Wednesday, June 25th there is a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing
scheduled. The first bill listed, Senate Bill 1302, has a proposed strike everything
amendment titled "emergency budget continuation." We have not seen the language
of this proposal, but we will be monitoring the situation closely.
The state is 10 days from the end of the fiscal year. We certainly hope the
Legislature can come to an agreement on the budget and pass something that the
Governor will sign
JOBS CREATION PACKAGE
On Thursday Representative Michelle Reagan (R-Scottsdale) chaired an informational hearing of the House
Commerce Committee on the "Jobs Creation Package." The hearing focused on four major points to invigorate the
economy of the state:
1. An increase in the Research and Development Tax credit;
2. Targeted sales tax increases in Pima Count to enhance Cactus League (spring training baseball)
facilities;
3. Abatement of construction taxes to create urban redevelopment projects; and
4. Solar tax credits.
The committee heard from representatives from each endeavor, each of whom cited that Arizona needs a stimulus
immediately in order to restore the state's economic vitality. House Speaker Jim Weiers (R -Phoenix) also voiced
his support for the package during the hearing. Representative Reagan stated that she will hold another Commerce
Committee hearing early next week to actually hear a bill on the subjects. We will follow this issue closely and keep
you apprised of any developments.
GOVERNOR SIGNS ELECTIONS CORRECTION
The Governor signed a bill on Thursday that contains an important technical correction for local elections. Senate
Bill 1053 became a vehicle for the technical fix that allows certain local elections to be held on the ninth Tuesday
before the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. The measure contains an emergency clause, which
required atwo-thirds vote of both the House and Senate for it to become effective upon the signature of the
June 20, 2008
Governor Signs Elections Correction contd.
Governor. S.B. 1053 passed out of the Senate 25-1-4
and out of the House 50-0-10 last week, easily with
enough votes to meet the requirements of the
emergency clause. With the emergency clause, the
technical correction alleviates the concerns expressed
by a number of cities concerning the status of this
Fall's elections. We are grateful to the Legislature
and the Governor for enacting this important fix.
The League would also like to thank Jennifer
Sweeney of the Arizona Association of Counties for
her tireless efforts on this bill.
NEW LAWS REPORT
The League is currently working on the 2008 New
Laws Report, the annual publication distributed
statewide which explains recently enacted legislation
and the impact on local governments. As bills are
signed and new legislation is enacted, we are
continuously updating the report, and it will be fully
compiled after session adjourns sine die. According to
Article V, Section 7, Constitution of Arizona, the
Governor will have 10 days after session is adjourned
to act on any bills sent to her office. During session
the Governor has five days to act on bills sent to her
office. After the last possible day for the Governor to
act on any bill, we will have a list of all enacted bills
and be able to complete the 2008 New Laws Report.
LEAGUE PAYS VISIT TO STATE'S
NEWEST SENATOR
League Executive Director Ken
Strobeck and Legislative
Director Jeff Kros met this week
with the new District 5 Senator
Sylvia Allen (R-Snowflake).
Senator Allen was sworn in on
Monday; she replaces the late
Senator Jake Flake who passed
away suddenly. Senator Allen is
no stranger to local government,
having been actively involved in
rural policy matters for more than 15 years. She said
she planned to maintain strong connections with the
18 cities and towns in her new district, and indicated
she hoped to be making personal visits to each of
them during the upcoming months. During the
meeting, we discussed the importance of maintaining
shared revenues in helping to keep rural cities strong
and safe in order to support economic development.
The Weekly Spotlight -
Representative Mark DeSimone
Rep. DeSimone was a dean's list student while
attending Arizona State University. He spent almost
two years living in Taiwan, teaching English and
studying Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Mali, is a
second-generation native of the Valley. The
DeSimones have two young children; Benjamin, 6,
and Ava, 4. As the parents of a daughter with a
developmental disability, the DeSimones are actively
involved in community organizations that assist other
adults and children with disabilities. Rep. DeSimone
also is an active member of the Phoenix Midtown
Lions Club.
He is a member of the House Commerce, Government
and Human Services committees
What prompted you to run for the legislature?
Having young children definitely can change your
perspective on how and when you should do public
service. I have one child who just started public
school and a daughter with a developmental disability.
The ultimate goal of making sure the state is a place
our children will someday want to raise their families
is a worthy endeavor.
How would you get more people interested in the
legislative arena?
I try to encourage people to get involved in our
policy-making process whenever the opportunity
presents itself. One way is to encourage people to
come down to our Capitol and see for themselves how
the process works. I have given dozens of tours of our
State House and have included personalized tour
invitations in my constituent outreach efforts to
thousands of District 11 residents.
June 20, 2008
What's your proudest legislative achievement?
I am most proud of the work I do in helping
constituents. Helping others has always been
personally rewarding for me so it is the part of my job
that that I like best. Also, I feel I do a pretty good job
at using my office to help meet the needs of my
constituents.
What do you think is the proper role of state
government? Of local government?
It is my philosophy that state government should
function to facilitate our citizens' collective will
regarding building and maintaining infrastructure and
providing necessary services. Local government's role
should be as much or as little as the residents of those
communities desire. I am a strong believer in keeping
as much government as possible at the local level
where the taxpayers can see much more clearly what
services or infrastructure they are paying for and can
more easily discern whether they like how their tax
dollars are being used.
What kinds of things do you do to relax -favorite
music, books, etc. ?
I like reading with my children and spending ,time
with my family. Things I am really looking forward to
are a family trip to Lego Land after session and a date
with my wife.
Thank you for your time.
Thanks for allowing me to participate.
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