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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/06/1998 Regular Council Meeting MinutesII. III. IV. MIN UTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARANA TOWN'COUNCIL OctOber. 6, 1998' PLACE AND DATE MaranaTownHalI, October6,1998 CA LL TO ORDER By Mayor Ora Ham at 7:03 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Mayor Ora Harn INVOCATION Led by Paul Ruehl, Sr. of the Salvation Army ROLL CALL COUNCIL Ora Harn Bobby Sutton, Jr. Ed Honea Herb Kal Sherry Millner Michael Reuwsaat Roxanne Ziegler Mayor Vice Mayor Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member STAFF Michael Hein Sandy Groseclose Jane Johnson Jocelyn Entz Dan Hochuli Brad DeSpain Dave Atler Dave Smith Dan Groseclose Town Manager Town Clerk Human Resource Director Exec. Asst. to Town Manager Town Attorney Utilities Director Town Engineer Chief of Police Grant Coordinator vi. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion was made by Vice Mayor Sutton, seconded by Roxanne Ziegler, to approve the agenda as written. The motion carried 7/0. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Vice Mayor Sutton, to accept the Minutes of Regular Council Meeting of September 15, 1998. The motion carried 6/0. (Councilmember Reuwsaat abstained.) vii. CALL TO THE PUBLIC/ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Ham announced the October 31st Halloween Harvest Festival with live entertainment, games, hay rides, soft toys for the kids to play on and free food and drink. Mayor Ham encouraged everyone to come and join in the festivities in the Marana Park. VIII. STAFF REPORTS IX. No action taken. GENERAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Consent A.qenda 1. Resolution No. 98,105 - Request for Approval of a Number 12 Liquor License for Hooters to be Located at 4385 W. Ina Road, Previously Known as Screwy Louie's, in the New West Building (Sandy Groseclose) 2. Resolution No. 98-109 - Los Morteros Estates Release of the Assurance Agreement, Trust No. 10,831, for Lots 1 through 32 and Acceptance of Public Improvements for Maintenance (Dave After) 3. Resolution No. 98-107 - Villages at Dove Mountain Recreation Facilities - Request for Approval of a Development Plan for the Villages at Dove Mountain Recreation Facilities on a 45.15 Acre Site Located on the West Side of Dove Mountain Boulevard in a Portion of Section 35, Township 11 South, Range 12 East. Property OwnedDeveloper is Cottonwood Properties, Inc., 3567 E. Sunrise Drive, Suite 219, Tucson AZ 85718 (Jerry Flannery) 4. Resolution No. 98-106; Silver Moon - Request for Approval of a 101-Lot Single Family Detached Home Subdivision Final Plat on 23 Acres Located in a Portion of the North % of the Northwest ¼ of Section 28, Township 12 South, Range !2 East. Applicant is MMLA Inc., 800#. Wetmore, Suite 110, Tucson, AZ 85719 (Jerry Flannery) A motion was made by Roxanne Ziegler, and seconded by Vice Mayor Sutton, to approve the Consent Agenda as written. The motion carried 5/2. Councilmen Mike Reuwsaat and Ed Honea voted nay. PUBLIC HEARING; Ordinance No. 98-24; Request for Rezone by Sharpe & Associates - Consideration of Approval of a Request to Rezone 10 Acres Located on the West Side of Hartman Lane Approximately % Mile North of Cortaro Farms Road in the Southeast ¼ of section 23, Township12 South, Range 12 East from "Zone C" (Large MLNUTES Ol~ REGULA~ COUNC~ET~G~ · ':' Oc~ob'er~, 1998' lot Zone, Minimum Lot Size 25 Acres) to R-36 (Single Family Residential, Minimum Lot Area 36,000 Square Feet), Assessor's Parcel Number 221-06-31. The Applicant is Environmental Engineering Consultants, 4625 East Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, AZ 85712 (Jerry F~annery) A motion was made by Vice Mayor Sutton, and seconded by Mike Reuwsaat, to go into public hearing. The motion carried 7~0. Jerry Flannery, Planning Director, overview as follows: · The tentative development plan for the proposed subdivision, included with the site analysis, reflects lots of approximately 1 acre in size wrapped around a cul-de-sac accessing Hartman Lane approximately mid-point in the site. · The applicant request is for R-36, which is 36,000 minimum lot size for the purpose of developing a 9-lot residential subdivision. · The proposed subdivision will retain substantial areas of undisturbed natural vegetation. · The General Plan for the area indicates 3 to 8 dwelling units per acre for medium density uses, although higher densities may be allowed. A Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl survey, attached, was conducted at the subject site in May of this year and did not reveal the existence of any owls on the parcel. · The Planning Commission specified, as a condition of approval of the rezoning that the applicant dedicate an additional 30 feet of right-of- way for Hadman Lane; however, the additional dedication required should actually be 50 feet for a total right-of-way for Hartman Lane of 100 feet. · All property owners within 300 feet of the proposed rezoning were given notice of this public hearing. A petition representing written opposition by fourteen property owners within the 300 foot notification area was received in response to the Planning Commission public hearing on this rezoning. All of those in opposition reside in the Countryside subdivision east of the subject site. No additional objections have been received to date. The applicant in discussion has agreed that there would be individual pump stations to connect each home to the sewer. Sewers will be available to all lots within this project. Vice Mayor Sutton enquired if the opposition was because of the septic tank lots. Jerry Flannery stated that the objection consisted of traffic density and school impacts. Mike Hein suggested that members of the public who represent those that are opposed be given an opportunity to voice their concerns. Tony Ziegler, 8991 N. Brimstone, a resident of the area, expressed the following concerns: (1) no nearby schools (2) creates more density in regard to traffic flow (3) single entrance/exit (4) apprehensive because of the possibility of any Pygmy-Owl residing in the area. A motion was made by Mike Reuwsaat, and seconded by Roxanne Ziegler, to move out of public hearing. The motion carried 7~0. Ordinance No, 98.24 - Request for Rezone by Sharpe & Associates - Consideration of Approval of a Request to Rezone 10 Acres Located on the West side of Hartman Lane Approximately % Mile North of Cortaro Farms Road in the Southeast ¼ of Section 23, Township 12 South, Range 12 East from "Zone C" (Large Lot Zone, Minimum Lot Size 25 Acres) to R-36 (Single Family Residential, Minimum Lot Area 36,000 Square Feet), Assessor's Parcel Number 221-06-31. The Applicant is Environmental Engineering Consultants, 4625 East Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, AZ 85712 (Jerry Flannery) Mike Hein stated that this item pertains to Ordinance No. 98.24, the request for rezoning by Sharpe & Associates. Mr. Flannery has given a general outline and the Council packets contain the staff's report. Planning and Zoning has forwarded a positive recommendation. Staff is recommending approval under the conditions that the applicant dedicates the additional 50 feet of right-of-way for Hartman Lane and provides sewers on all sites. Ryan Bale, Civil Engineer representing EEC (Environmental Engineering Corporation) 4625 E. Ft. Lowell, informed the Council that his office has approval from Pima County on the rezoning. The eastern four lots (1,2,8,9) can be serviced easily by gravity. EEC has received letters from ADEQ and Pima County approving the installation of septic tanks for the 5 westernmost lot. There is no technical reason why this would not work. The client has informed EEC that they are prepared to commit to putting in individual pump stations, which would be privately maintained and operated to service the 5 lots to the west. Herb Kal enquired about the completion of the repairs being done on Hartman Lane. Dave After informed the Council that the Town was currently in the process, through the attorney's office, of acquiring the right-of-way. The construction of the road depends on a few different things: (1) whether the Town will oversee the project; (2) the county bond project to build 4 October ¢,, IDg~ Hartman Lane; a and (3) if a developer builds. The County plans on designing the project and starting construction next year. This would obviously alleviate the issue of the Town and the developers involvement. Herb Kal enquired about whether or not the 132-CFS drainage was an inordinate amount. Jerry Flannery stated that the grading would be minimal and that it would set back from the wash. This will maintain erosion hazard setbacks. The goal is to retain as much vegetation in its natural state whether the CFS is increased or not. Herb Kal enquired if we were required to retain any of the water with 1 acre lots and was informed that this was a commercial standard. Ryan Bale stated that the parcels were receiving water from a detention basin from the Countryside project. If the request for rezoning is approved, the next step would be the submittal of a tentative plat accompanied by a drainage report. The anticipation is that the civil improvement for the project would include design for the roadway and establishment of the recommended minimum floor elevation for the one-acre lots. When these lots are sold the builder would know the required elevation. The builder would then submit a plan to the Town for approval of the home and location. Also, EEC is antidpating putting a restriction on the floodplain and lots in the final lot plat indicating whether or not the builder can build in that area. (EEC is designing Hartman Lane for Pima County.) Mike Reuwsaat enquired about whether the Pygmy-Owl survey has been completed. The response from the audience was "that is correct". A motion was made by Mike Reuwsaat, and seconded by Sherry Millner, to approve Ordinance No. 98.24, a request for rezone by Sharpe & Associates subject to the following conditions: (1) The applicant shall dedicate an additiona~ 50 feet of right-of-way for Hartman Lane. (2) All lots would be placed on sewer. The motion carried 7/0. AIINI.;'I'ES (')F I~l,~(;I.'t..S, ll COUN(:II..%1 F~I."~G :~1 ~ I~,A%'A 'I'O'~VN COUNCIl. October 6, 199~ Presentation by Pima County Parks - Presentation by Dan Felix, Director of Pima County Parks and Recreation on Future Parks Planned In the Northwest (Dave After) Mike Hein announced that Mr. Dan Felix, Director of Pima County Parks and Recreation was in the audience. Staff has been directed to proceed and facilitate as many parks and recreational alternatives as possible. Mr. Hein informed the Council that staff has started the interviewing process for the Marana Town Parks Director and that it would be beneficial to invite Mr. Felix to explain what plans the County has in that area. Dan Felix, Director of Pima County Parks and Recreation, spoke on new facilities, partnerships and other issues that will occur due to the 1997 bond elections. · Tortolita Shooting Range- recently the Board of Supervisors directed to put a hold on this project to deal with the Ironwood habitat for further study, evaluation and review with the environmental communities concerning the Pygmy-Owl. Staff is going through this process and will then make a final decision to determine if it is an appropriate site. Tortolita Shooting Range Project has some CAP trailhead designations at Tangerine Road, which would coordinate access and provide use of a trail network that would parallel the CAP line. This would link into the back end of the Tucson Mountain Park and ultimately into the metro areas of Tucson, crossing Pima County and the incorporated areas. This project will begin in 1999 and culminate in the year 2001. Funds dedicated to this project are approximately $99,000. · Tortolita Plan (Tortolita Mountain Park)- the Ironwood Forest area to the west of the boundary is an important acquisition. $3,000,000 has been committed from the bonds to proceed with acquisition in this area. This will protect some of the Ironwood property in the general area. This acquisition is scheduled to proceed in 3 fiscal years. Most of this land is state land; therefore, staff will be working with the state in regard to the acquisition process. This land will be protected and maintained for natural resource uses. Mayor Ham enquired about the amount of land being confiscated for the development of Tortolita Mountain Park. Dan Felix stated that the acreage is about 3,000 to 4,000 thousand acres on the west side. When the park is completed, the total will be about 25,000 thousand acres. From a regional perspective the county is bringing together communities whether they are incorporated or unincorporated areas. October 6, 19t)8 The DeAnza Trail- The County is committed to this project, This area needs to be protected and identified promote the historical features that occurred in prior years, need to be promoted. $850,000 has been committed to work with other groups and developments, This is a key element for the county for a major trail link. Mike Reuwsaat enquired whether the right-a-way acquisition/easement would go directly to the county or to the Town. Would they be banked with a conservancy for leverage later. Dan Felix stated that the main purpose is to ensure that the easements for right-of-ways with regard to a particular alignment are held in public trust. Mike Reuwsaat indicated if there was any input the county has specific to right-of-ways of property, it should go to Dave Atler to be included in the documents currently being developed. (This request was made to ensure the input of the review process as staff nears the end so that it does not become regional.) Dan Felix confirmed that the he would be more than willing to assist in that area. Northwest Community CentedPool (YMCNArthur Park) - $3.5 million project, but the YMCA is also contributing 2 million. This project is a regional recreational facility that will provide services to the northwest quadrant. Presently, there are no facilities such as this one in the area. Mayor Ham stated that she has had several enquiries from people in the community interested in an equestrian facility. Enquired on whether the county had property available west of Sportspark Dan Felix stated that there was no land immediately west of Sportspark, but there is land along the river which is in the Town of Marana jurisdiction. He indicated the County would be willing to discuss some of the options with the Town Manager. Wild Burro Canyon - We will try and control this area and have a nice experience. The general access area will be the eastside. This commitment was made in the plan and is a $150,000 trial head. The Marana Rattlesnake Park - County has committed $500,000 for this parks development. We hope to have this facility in place and ready by the year 1999. · The acquisition of Los Morteros - The archeological site is hoping to Octobe,' 6, 199~ acquire those area's that may need to be protected for future use. The acquisition designated for this project is $500,000 and $750,000 in development for the area. This project would permit preservation and protection of an archaeological site and creation of an archaeological park for public enjoyment and interpretation and education. Roadrunner School Park - $200,000 commitment to be a small neighborhood enhancement to the school property and to provide park amenities for the general area. (It would be 4 to 5 years before this site will be launched.)The instrument that the Town and County would work with to utilize this project would be the standard intergovernmental agreement. This is the extent of the projects. These projects will affect the residents within the Town of Marana. Mike Reuwsaat requested a site map so that staff could review the areas visually and was informed that the maps were included in the ordinances and could be referenced by project number. Eo First Reading - Amending the Town Personnel Policies to Identify Classified Employees and Unclassified, At-Will Employees (Jane Johnson) Jane Johnson, Human Resources Director, spoke on the new personnel policy that will suppod the Town Code changes that came from Council's request to The League of Cities and Towns. This change asked for the ability to designate who would be appointed officers and when those officers would be appointed. This policy will incorporate the information from the Town Code into the personnel policy. It will identify classified and unclassified employees. Classified employees are those who are governed by the salary schedule and not appointed but go through the hiring process. The unclassified employees are those who are appointed officials. This policy also removes the appointed officials who are actual employees from the salary plan. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.01 la)(4) For Discussion and Consultation with the Town Attorney to Consider the Town's Position and Instruct its Attorney on Pending Litigation A motion was made by Vice Mayor Sutton, and seconded by Ed Honea, to move and go into executive session after a 5-minute break. The motion carried 7~0. (Time 8:15 p.m.) Council back in session at 9:10 .Xll',; t."I'ES (.)F Rt':(;I.'I.AI~ COI..',N(;It..XlI.:E'I'ING .%IARANA 1'O~,~, N (,'(.)t;NCII, October 6. i~98 G. Mayor and Council's Report · Councilman Honea- attended his first Citizen's Police Academy class. Very interesting and informative. · Mike Reuwsaat - None Vice Mayor Sutton - Roy Cuaron, Jerry Flannery and the Vice Mayor Sutton attended the Sports in the Desert Seminar in Phoenix; attended the Cortaro DCR for the widening of Cortaro Road; spoke on various issues at the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. · Councilman Herb Kal- None · Councilwoman Sherry Millner- None Councilwoman Roxanne Ziegler -attended the Planning and Zoning meeting on October 1, 1998. The meeting focused on the Continental Ranch Specific Plan and thought it went well. Mayor Ora Ham - Working on the agenda for the League of Cities and Towns convention which is to occur October 19t~ through 23rd; attended the Oro Valley Chamber on Commerce meeting on September 24u~; attended the open house of V.R. Horton in Continental Ranch; Dick Gear, Dan Groseclose and the Mayor are working with Habitat for Humanity and other groups to bring affordable housing to the community; attended a mayor's workshop on domestic violence at the Doubletree Hotel; attended the Minority Business Enterprise Receptions Celebration. H. Mana.qer's Report None FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None Xl. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Mike Reuwsaat, and seconded by Vice Mayor Sutton, to adjourn. The motion passed 6/0. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. .~, I I.M;'I I'.'.s (}1" Rf~(.;I I.AR COI;.,% CI 1,.'~! I-.!.' "~G MARA.%'A '1'()~3, N COliNC]I., ('}¢[oher (), I {)l)~ CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are the true and correct minutes of the Marana Town Council held on October 6,1998. I further certify that a quorum was present. CLERK lO