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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/04/1994 Regular Council Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARANA TOWN COUNCIL OCTOBER 4, 1994 PLACE AND DATE: Marana Town Hall, October 4, 1994. I_. CALL TO ORDER By Mayor Ora Ham. Time: 7:05 P.M. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Mayor Ora Ham. II/. INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE Led by Mayor Ora Ham. LV. ROLL CALL COUNCIL Ora M. Ham Mayor Sharon Pdce Vice Mayor Tom Clark Council Member Ed Honea Council Member Betty Horrigan Council Member Herb Kai Council Member Helen Key Council Member STAFF: Hurvie Davis Sandra L. Gmseclose Dan Hochuli Gerald Flannery Mick Mathieu Roy Cuamn Mamia King Dave Smith Town Manager Town Clerk Town Attorney Planning Administrator Town Engineer Finance Administrator Manager Assistant Police Chief 20 members of the Public. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion was made by Betty Horrigan, seconded by Tom Clark and carried unanimously to approve the agenda as read. VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES _A. Reaular Council Meetino of Seotember 6. 1994. A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Betty Horrigan and carried unanimously to accept the minutes of September 6, 1994. VI~I. PETITIONS AND COMMENTS None. Villi. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Council Member Tom Clark announced the birth of his daughter, Rebecca DeSpain Clark. She is eighteen inches long, weighing 5 lb. 8 oz., and was born at Tucson Medical Center on Thursday, September 29, 1994, at 4:00 P.M.. Rebecca was named after Tom Clark's mother. Awardino of Plaoue to Brian Ludwio. Mayor Harn introduced Brian Ludwig and recognized him for outstanding achievement in school and community achievements, and in particular for eaming the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. rES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING [ MARANA TOWN COUNCIL OCTOBER 4, 1994 Brian Ludwig, 7320 N. Sandario Rd., he explained his Eagle Scout project, stated that he planted about 30 trees and bushes and other landscaping items in an area of erosion at Desert Winds school and also installed a watedng system. Mayor Ham presented to Bdan Ludwig a certificate of appreciation. C. Founders Day Sharon Price announced that Founders Day is nearing and called for public assistance in obtaining bleachers for the rodeo. Mayor Harn noted that there will be a VIP breakfast. IX. GENERAL ORDER OF BUSINESS Closure Of Grier Road Request - Marana School District And Marana Alliance Against Substance Abuse And Ganos Is Reouesting Agproval To Close Grief Road. From Lon Adams Road To The Marana Junior Hioh Gymnasium Parking Lot. On October 29. 1994, From 11:00 A.M. To 4:00 P.M. For A Community_ Halloween Safety Carnival. A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Sharon Price and carded unanimously to allow the Marana School Distdct and Marana Alliance Against Substance Abuse and Gangs to close Grief Rd. from Lon Adams Rd. to West of the Marana Junior High gym parking lot on Saturday, October 29, 1994, from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Melissa Basset't, 41042 E. Cathy Ln., Marana: she explained the reason for the closure. Aeeeal By Hinckley & Schmitt - Hinckley & Schmitt And Fluoresce Wish To Aneeal The Denial By The Plannino And Zoning Commission For Hinckley & Schmitt To Erect A Message Sign At Their New Location In The Continental Ranch Business Park. Town Manager Hurvie Davis addressed the Council and gave an overview of the Item. Planning Administrator Gerald Flannery summarized the Item, stated his reasons for denial of the sign permit application. The Adzona Department of Transportation had some concerns and the Marana Sign Code had limitations that the proposed Hinckley & Schmitt sign did not meet. Mr. Flannery stated that the sign had no true advertising benefit as the Hinckley & Schmitt plant did not sell goods or services direct from the plant. Hurvie Davis suggested that the Applicant explain its reasons for the sign. He noted that the Hinckley & Schmitt sign would not directly benefit motorists on Interstate 10 (as a gas station, restaurant, or motel would). Jerrilyn Billings, 1775 W. Glover Rd., Fluoresce Lighting & Signs Co.: she noted visibility from the Interstate of the Hinckley & Schmitt building is a factor in the need for a sign. She stated that the sign will create awareness of the company and at the same time display community-related messages to motorists. Ms. Billings noted that the State Highway dept. has used digital signs to convey road and weather information and those signs have not been made responsible for traffic accidents. Chip Anderson, 2236 Augustana Ct., Naperville, IL, representing Hinckrey & Schmitt: He stated the reason for Hinckley & Schmitt's choice for moving to Marena as an attempt at being close to an area of growth. Locating near the Interstate gives Hinckley & Schmitt both access and visibility to the community. Hinckley & Schmitt talked with Town officials prior to construction of the plant and got the impression that Marana would support business development. Mr. Anderson stated that Hinckley & Schmitt can benefit motorists by advertising bottled water services. The electronic sign can be used both for advertisements and community messages. Ed Honea asked if the sign would be rented to other companies or organizations, and Mr. Anderson answered that it would not. Ed Honea asked how much retail sales would be done from the plant. Mr. Anderson stated that the plant is a production facility for bottled water and cooler refurbishment. Customers will be able to come to the plant and obtain water or cooler services. Walk-in service is about 5%. Ed Honea noted the large distance from the sign to the Interstate. MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARANA TOWN COUNCIL OCTOBER 4, 1994 Tom Clark asked about the possibility of other types of signs that do not include flashing messages. Mr. Anderson responded that other signs are possible, however, he would need to know exactly what it is that the Council objected to: size, height, or other factors. Gerald Flannery stated the maximum size for a sign is 25 feet high, 100 square feet. Nearby signs to Hinckley & Schmitt are of similar dimensions. Ed Honea noted that if the proposed over-sized sign is allowed, other businesses would come to the Council and request their own over-sized signs cluftering the side of the Interstate. Mayor Harn suggested that Hinckley & Schmitt work with Gerald Flannery and the Planning Commission to resolve the issues and concerns. Mr. Anderson suggested that they have some kind of sign so that motorists would know of their existence. Ed Honea stated that the sign should follow Sign Code requirements. Mr. Anderson suggested that Hinckley & Schmitt be allowed at least as much sign area as the Coca-Cola wall sign. Gerald Flannery suggested a compromise ufa legally-sized sign and a wall sign combination. If there is to be a larger sign, then the Council must approve it. On his own, he cannot approve a sign exceeding Sign Code limits. A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Tom Clark and carded unanimously to deny the request to appeal made by the Fluoresco Sign Company for a sign whose dimensions exceed the cdteria set forth in the Town's Sign Code, and the electronic sign board. C. Special Events Liouor License - St. Christopher's Catholic Church Is Reauestina Aeproval Of A Special Events Liauor License For Their October Fest Which Will Be Held On October 20. 21.22 And 23, Ms. Altamirano, 12440 W. Bernice, representing St. Christopher's Chumh: She stated that the church needs the license for two days, Friday and Saturday. There will be extra security and the music volume will be lowered at 10:00 P.M. and turned off at 12:00 A.M. Tom Clark asked about past littering problems. Ms. Altamirano stated that there will be secudty present to discourage such activity. Ed Honea noted past sanitation problems and the use of private radios after the music was shut off. Ms. Altamirano said that there will be portable public rest rooms and security will enforce Marana ordinances. Betty Hordgan suggested that all signs and poles be removed following the activities. A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Betty Horrigan and carried unanimously to approve the Special Events Liquor License for St. Christopher's Church [from Friday, October22, 1994, to Saturday, October23, 1994]. D. Public Hearin_o And Council Action - File #94-1301 And Ordinance ¢FJ4.15 Auplicant Westin_ohouse Corp. Ha~ Applied To Amend The Tortolita Mountain Prouerties Specific Plan Section V.. Development Reoulations. Tn Add To The Existin_o Commercial Uses. The Followin_o Additional Uses: 12t Medium-Low Density Residential. And '13) Golf Course. This Amendment To The Seecific Plan Would Allow Medium-Low Density_ Residential Uses And Golf Courses In The Areas That Are New Zoned For Only Commercial. In The Villa_pC Core Areas. The Plannino_ Commission Recommended Approve!, Hurvie Davis addressed the Council, gave a summary of the Item. A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Helen Key and carried unanimously to enter into Public Headng. Time: 8:00 P.M. Mike Grassinger, The Planning Center, 450 W. Paseo Redondo, representing Westinghouse: He noted that the development will be called Redhawk Canyon, in cooperation with U.S. Homes. He gave an overview of the requested changes to the Specific Plan and answered questions from the Council. A motion was made by Helen Key, seconded by Tom Clark and carried unanimously to come out of Public Headng. A motion was made by Helen Key, seconded by Betty Horrigan and carried unanimously to approve Ordinance 94.15, Westinghouse Communities of Arizona's request to amend the Tortolita Mountain Properties Specific Plan, modifying Subsection H(2) of Section V to add as additional permitted uses: 12) Medium-Low Density Residential and 13) Golf Course. Gary Allen, U.S. Home Corp., 801 E. Wetmom, Tucson: He thanked the Council and stated that they would be returning to the Council on another zoning matter related to the development. Recess. Time: 8:17 P.M. Back in session. All attending Council Members present. Time: 8:33 P.M Pima County Flood Control - Pima Coun~ Flood Control District Reaional Master Drainage Plan - General Update And Direction To Staff. Hurvie Davis addressed the Council and introduced the Item. Mike Grassinger introduced some team members. Gary Petersen, Pima County Flood Control, 201 N. Stone, Tucson: He addressed the Council and gave an overview. Mike Grassinger continued, stated that the Drainage Plan is a policy plan. What he is looking for is input fi.om the Council. He answered questions from Council and Staff. Poli_cie_s And procedures For Planning And Zoning Commission And Marana Town Council - Discussion Of Curre_nt Policies And Procedures For The Marana Town Council And The Planning And Zoning Commission And The Formation Of A Committee To Form And/Or Uedate These Policies And Procedures. Betty Horrigan stated that an update of policies and procedures is in order. Dan Hochuli stated that his office reseamhed other nearby towns in Arizona and noted that no community conducts business in exactly the same way. For the committee, he suggested that he be incruded to assist in the compliance to the Arizona Open Meeting Law. Mr. Hochuli also recommended Town Manager Hurvie Davis for the committee. A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Helen Key and carried unanimously to form a committee of three Council Members to draft policies and procedures for the Marana Town Council and that these committee members be Vice Mayor Sharon Price, Council Member Tom Clark, and Council Member Betty Horrigan, and Staff - [Town Manager] Hurvie Davis and [Town Attorney] Dan Hochuli. G~. Second Amendment To MANTIS Intergovernmental Agreement - Aperoval Of An Amendment To The Metrooolitan Area Narcotic Trafficking Interdiction S(~uad !MANTISi Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) For Inclusion Of The Tohono O'odham Police Deoartment. Police Chief Dave Smith addressed the Council, gave an overview of the amendment and suggested approval by the Council. A motion was made by Herb Kai, seconded by Betty Horrigan and carded unanimously to approve the second amendment to the MANTIS intergovernmental agreement. H. Reter!tion Of Professional Services For Develooment Of A Pronosed Factory_ Outlet Center In The Town Of Mara!~ o Discussion And Action, Hurvie Davis addressed the Council, stated that Carleton R. Meyers, President of Factory Outlet Consultants, proposed to offer his services in marketing the Town of Marana to factory outlet stores for possible commercial deveropment. Mr. Meyers would charge $15,000 plus expenses for the service. Ms. Jan Lawson, Marana Chamber of Commeme, 451 W. Yucca, Tucson: She provided additional information, stated that the Chamber is unsure they chose the right consultant. MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAI,L~.NA TOWN COUNCIL OCTOBER 4, 1994 Vice Mayor Sharon Price agreed that an outlet store is a good idea, however paying over $151000 to an unknown consultant may not be wise. Mayor Ham noted that a Mr. Richard Saenz has good connections in Adzona and could be useful for guidance. Hurvie Davis noted that water and sewage matters would need to be resolved for a large factory outlet store development. With some work, construction could be done in the flood plain. Mr. Davis offered to work with Mr. Saenz and Mr. Meyers. Mayor Ham stated that the possibility of even having an outlet store in Marana needs to be explored. Also, factory outlets are not necessarily successful on their own; anchor stores are needed. Mayor's report, Mayor Ham reported on the progress made for the Festival of Cities. Prizes for the drawing have been set, the booth for Marena is ready. J. Town Mana_uer's Report. Written report. X. FUTU~ AGENDA ITEM~_ Tom Clark suggested that the Clayton Anderson property (formerly Producers Cotton) needs to be addressed. Xl. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Helen Key and carried unanimously to adjourn. Time: 9:30 P.M. AUDIO TAPES OF THE MEETING ARE AVAILABLE AT THE MARANA TOWN HALL CLERK'S OFFICE CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are the true and correct minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the Marana Town Council held on October 4, 1994. I further certify that a quorum was present. "~ L GR~EC~SE, ~O~ ~LERK SLG:clm~ / File Iocatio~mputer ~N ne~ork: H:XMINUTES[COUNCIL[1994.MIN[10-04-O4.MIN Prepared by Colin L. Miller, 10/9/94 Meeting length: 2:30 hrs. Type is 9.5 point.