HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/07/1994 Regular Council Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARANA TOWN COUNCIL
JUNE 7TH, 1994
PLACE AND DATE
Marana Town Hall, June 7, 1994
CALL TO ORDER
By Ora M. Ham, Time: 7:05 PM
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Ora M. Ham
II1.
INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE
By Mayor Ora M. Ham
ROLL CALL COUNCIL
Ora M. Ham
Sharon Price
Tom Clark
Ed Honea
Betty Horrigan
Herb Kai
Helen Key
Mayor
Vice Mayor
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
STAFF:
Hurvie E. Davis
Dan Hochuli
Linda Gullotto
Town Manager
Town Attomey
Receptionist ~ filling in for Sandy Groseclose, Town Clerk who was on
approved vacation.
APPROVAL QF AGENDA
A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Sharon Price and carried unanimously to approve agenda.
VI.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. April 19th, 1994, Regular Council Meeting A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Betty
Horrigan, and carried unanimously not to approve the minutes on April 19th because of discrepancy in
date.
B. May 10th, 1994, Regular Council Meeting - A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Betty
Horrigan, and unanimously approved 0 to 7.
PETITIONS AND COMMENTS
Georgia Acker, 11471 W. Grier Rd., Marana: She is concern about the MTC matter. She feels that the
citizens of Marana need to be better informed about the building of the MTC, and she would like to request
a public hearing on this matter,
Janet O. Glever, PO box 6, Marana: She is concerned about the MTC matter. She feels that Marana does
not need a prison.
Ralph Wong, PO Box 99, Marana: He is concerned about the MTC matter, and feels we need a public
hearing on this matter.
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E. Lorraine Price, 14018 N. Wentz Rd., Marana: She is concerned about the MTC matter, and would like
to request a public hearing on this matter.
David C. Morales, 13420 W. Price Lane, Marana: Would like to request a public hearing on the MTC
matter.
Kitty Wong, Box 463, Marana: She is concerned about the new MTC facility, would like to request a
public hearing on this matter.
Dick Kelly, 14399 N. Wentz, Marana: He concerned about the MTC facility, and would like to have a
public hearing on this matter. He wanted an explanation on how we got this far without a public hearing,
but Ora Ham explained that we could not have discussion if it was not on the agenda.
J. D. Henley, 12321 W. Swanson Rd., Marana: He would like the Town of Marana to change its rules on
having to go to your neighbors to ask permission to put a mobile home on a land or lot that has never had a
mobile home before. He is also concerned with speeding on Swanson Street and would like the Police
Dept. to set-up a "speed ~'ap".
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX.
None.
ORDER OF BUSINESS:
A. Funding for Little League
Mr. Mc Crea with Marana Little League informed the Town Cotmcil that the Little League was in
financial trouble. He made a request to lend the Marana Little League Fund $1000.00.
Vice President, Sally Pargas explained how the Marana Little League got into this financial trouble.
President, Nick Heskins also helped explain how the Marana Little League got into this financial
trouble.
A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Tom Clark, to give $1000.00 (gil~) on a one time basis
to the Marana Little League. The motion carried with Helen Key voting Nay.
B. Greater Tucson Economic Council - Membership fees for Fiscal Year 1993-94
Robert Gonzales with the Greater Tuscon Economic Council spoke of the services that the GTEC can
offer the Town of Marana, and asked for membership fees.
Ed Honea made a motion, and Tom Clark seconded the motion that the Town of Marana would
donate $5,000 dollars to GTEC for FY 93-94, on the contingency that if there were already $2500
donated to that fund by our Corporate Sponsor, Westinghouse, then we would meet the other $2,500.
C. Tucson Youth at Risk
There was no representative that showed up at the Town Council Meeting on 6-7-94
D. Final Plat Map Of Parcel 3 By Ranch Holdings In The Continental Ranch Specific Plan
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Ed Honea made a motion, seconded by Sharon Price and carried unanimously that the final plot map
of parcel 3 in Continental Ranch be approved subject to the provisions of the Town Development
code and there requirements of the Town Engineer.
E. Final Plat Map Of Parcel 9 Of Richmond American In Thc Continental Ranch Specific Plan
Sharon Price made a motion, seconded by Betty Horrigan and carried unanimously that the final plot
map of Parcel 9 in Continental Ranch be approved subject to the provisions of the Town Development
Code and the requirements of the Town Engineer.
F. Final Plat Map Of Parcel 11 Of Ranch Holdings In The Continental Ranch Specific Plan
A motion was made by Sharon Price, seconded by Tom Clark and carried unanimously that
the final plat map of Parcel 11 in Continental Ranch be approved subject to the provisions of the
Town Development Code and the requirements of the Town Engineer.
G. Preliminary Plat Map Of Parcel 55 Of Ranch Holdings In The Continental Ranch Specific Plan
A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Sharon Price and carried unanimously that the
Preliminary plat map of Parcel 55 In The Continental Ranch be approved subject to the provisions of
the Town Development Code and the requirements of the Town Engineer.
H. Budget Resale, Inc. - Request For Relief Of Town Of Marana Sales Tax
Tom Parson with Budget Resale, Inc. spoke of financial hardship due to new store on Ina. He stated
that their business was losing customers because they did not want to pay the Town's sales tax.
Bill Rosenberry, owner of the company, also spoke regarding their fmancial situation.
A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Sharon Price that the sales tax relief request for
Budget Resale, Inc. be denied. The motion carried 4 to 3 with Ora M. Ham voting no, Sharon Price
voting yes, Tom Clark voting no, Ed Honea voting yes, Betty Horrigan voting yes, Herb Kal voting
yes, and Helen Key voting no.
There was a recess at 9:00 PM, We returned to Order of Business at 9:08 PM and all the Council
Member were present.
I. Fire Protection And Emergency Medical Services For The Town Of Marana
Jeff Piechura, with Northwest Fire Department spoke about different options to choose from on this
matter.
Chris Penalton, with Rural Metro Fire Dept. also discussed options on fire protection.
Atul Vachistha, with Rural Metro Fire Dept. spoke about services that he can offer the Marana Town.
Dan Hochuli, Town Attorney, spoke about legal aspects regarding the fire protection issue.
Hurvie E. Davis, Town Manager, brought about questions as to how we could generate funds to start a
Municipal Fire Dept.
Town Council discussed whether the people of Marana would want fire protection and at what cost.
There was no motion or action.
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J. United State Parachute Team - Request for Financial Support
No Representative showed up, and no action was taken.
K. Water Strategies Update
Hurvie gave an update on the water issue.
Resolution No. 94-05 - Requesting The Arizona Department Of Transportation To Authorize
Transportation Assistance Funds Pursuant To A.R.S. Section 28~2602
A motion was made by Ora Ham, seconded by Herb Kal, and carried uninimously to approve
resolution 94-05 authorizing the Town of Marana to make application to the Arizona Department of
Transportation Assistance Funds (LTAF).
M. Old Town Hall Building, Garage And Youth Center
A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Helen Key, and carried unanimously to move the youth
center members to the Recreation Center on a temporary basis, and to demolish the two buildings, the
Youth Center and the garage.
N. Mayor's Report
Ora had an oral report on the Marana Health Care Center issue.
Town Manager's Report
Hurvie E. Davis, Town Manager, will he back in Tucson on June 18, 1994. He will be going to his
40th High School Reunion. Hurvie also had a written report that was not discussed.
X. Executive Session Pursuant To A.R.S. Section 38-431.03 (A) (1) For Discussion And
Consideration Of Salary For The Town Manager
A motion was made by Helen Key, seconded by Betty Horrigan, and carried unanimously to go into an Executive
Session.
The Council Members, and Hurvie E. Davis went into an Executive Session, the time being at 10:20
PM. Linda Gullotto, Receptionist, Left at 10:30 PM, and left a blank tape for recording the rest of the
minutes.
XI. Discussion And Action Regardin~ Salary Of Town Manager
Meeting back in session at 10:43 PM, all members present.
A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Helen Key, and carried unanimously that the Town of Marana give
a bonus to Hurvie E. Davis, Town Manager, in the amount of twenty thousand for the FY 93/94.
Huvie E. Davis thanked the Council, and all of the Town Employees, stating that we all work together
in a team work effort.
Ora M. Ham thanked Hurvie E. Davis and said that he was doing a good job.
Xll. Future Agenda Items
Funding for Youth Programs - Betty Horrigan, Council Member
Staff Space Needs - Helen Key, Council Member
Producers Cotton Gin - Tom Clark, Council Member
Marana's Founder's Day Funding - Sharon Price, Vice Mayor
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Agreement with DOC - Ed Honea
The Magistrate Court Position - Ed Honea
Pima County is talking about putting a composting in the Town of Marana and they are saying that
our ordinances are not up to standards. The Mayor would like the Town Attorney to look into this
matter and have the matter put on the next agenda.
Bank Protection Update - Betty Horrigan, Council Member
XIII. Adjournment
A motion was made by Ed Honea, Seconded by Betty Horrigan and carried unanimously to adjourn at 11:00 PM.
AUDIO TAPES OF THE MEETING ARE AVAILABLE AT THE MARANA TOWN HALL CLERK'S
OFFICE
CERTIFICATION
1 HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING MINUTES ARE A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF TIlE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR
COUNCIL MEETING OF THE MARANA TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON JUNE 7, 1994. 1 FURTHER CERTIFY THAT A QUORUM WAS
PRESENT.
~WN CLERK
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
MARANA TOWN COUNCIL
MAY 31. !994
PL_ACE _AND D_ATE:
Marana Town Hall, May 31, 1994
C_ALL TO ORDER
By Mayor Ora M. Ham, Time: 7:05 P.M.
Il.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Ora M. Ham
III.
INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE
By Mayor Ora M. Ham
IV*
_ROLL CALL COUNCIL
Ora M. Ham
Sharon Price
Tom Clark
Ed Honea
Betty Horrrigan
Herb Kai
Helen Key
Mayor
Vice Mayor
Council Member (Tom Clark was excused at 8:10 PM)
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
STAFF:
Hurvie E. Davis
Dan Hochuli
Linda Gullotto
Town Manager
Town Attorney
Receptionist - filling in for Sandy Groseclose, Town Clerk who was on
approved vacation.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Tom Clark, seconded by Sharon Price and carried unanimously to approve the
agenda.
VI.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. Water Issues for the Town of Marana - Discussion/Action
Hugh Holub suggesting a number of strategies for the Town to pursue regarding water issue.
Ed Honea made a motion to send letter to Honorable George Miller, Mayor of the City of Tucson as well
as a copy of draft of City of Tucson Water Service Policies. Ed Honea wanted to omit the words "sole
provider", it will be replaced by the words "Primary Providers", Seconded by Betty Horrigan and
unanimously approved 0 to 6, Tom Clark was excused at 8:10 PM., and did not vote.
A motion was made by Ed Honea, seconded by Betty Horrigan, and carried unanimously to hire a new 20
hour a week staff member to assist Hurvie E. Davis with the water issue.
A motion was made by Ora Ham, seconded by Ed Honea, and unanimously to seek bids on having a
hydrology study done.
A motion was made by Herb Kal, seconded by Helen Key, and carried unanimously to instruct water
council to get together with Cortario Water to discuss agreement.
VII. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Betty Horrigan, seconded by Ed Honea and carried unanimously to adjourn. Time
9:00 PM.
AUDIO TAPES OF THE MEETING ARE AVAILABLE AT THE MARANA TOWN HALL CLERK'S
office
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Special Council Meeting
of the Marana Town Council held on May 31, 1994. 1 further certify that a quorum was present.
~-//i~G 1 - ~O~SE, TOWN CLERK
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