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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, Arizona 85653
Council Chambers, June 19, 2012 at or after 7:OQ PM
Ed Honea, Mayor
Patti Comerford, Vice Mayor
David Bowen, Council Member
Herb Kai, Council Member
Carol McGorray, Council Member
Jon Post, Council Member
Roxanne Ziegler, Council Member
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL. The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor
Honea. Town Clerk Bronson called roll. All Council Members were present; there was a
quorum.
PLEDGE QF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE. Led by Mayor
Honea.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA . Motion by Council Member Ziegler to approve the agenda as
amended 6y moving item CIl to the first item on the Action agenda, second by Council
Member %ai; motion approved unanimously.
GALL TO THE PLTBLIC. David Morales spoke regarding Council as the policy setting body
for the town. Mayor Honea called individuals who had submitted speaker cards for items on the
Consent Agenda to come back and speak to those issues. Jaime deZubeldia spoke regarding
Item C3, the Marana Farm operated by the Community Food Bank at the Heritage Park. Regina
Fitzsimmons is a writer and editor at the Southwest Center at UA. She also spoke to item C3
and read a letter from her colleague, Dr. Gary Paul Nabhan. Ciena Schlaefli spoke to Item C5,
an intergovernmental agreement between the Drachman Institute at the UA and the Town.
PROCLAMATIONS
Proclamation for Barbara Johnson. Town Clerk Bronson read the proclamation. Mayor
Honea noted that a brick and the proclamation would be presented to Ms. Johnson on June 28,
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2412 for her official retirement celebration. Ms. Johnson expressed her thanks for the kind
words of the proclamation and nated that nothing can happen without Council setting policy for
stafF to craft the processes to enable management of the vision to town has set for itself. She
acknowledged the impact of teamwork and that the citizens are the reasons public servants are
able to do the work they do. She believes in the community and for the work she has been able
ta participate in.
Relating to July as designated Parks and Recreation Month
Relating to Proclamation forDrowning Awareness Month
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS: SLi�vJ1V1ARY OF CURRENT EVENTS
Council Member Post spoke regarding the Marana Marlin Swim Team; Vice Mayor Comerford
said she had been out of town for a few weeks and was very glad to be back in Marana. Cauncil
Member Ziegler remarked on the impressive tour of BioS at the University of Arizona which
was led by Fernando Martinez. Mayor Honea spoke regarding the meetings the Council and
senior staff are having with leaders throughout the community. He also attended the TREO
annual meeting last week. 'The Foothills Optimists gave the town $2000 at the Ora Mae Harn
Park which helps about 200 underprivileged cluldren have a pool pass for the summer. They
have done this for many years. He also went to BioS with Council Member Ziegler.
MANAGER'S REPORT: SLt�vIMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS
Mr. Davidson noted that this is the last regular meeting of the fiscal year. T`he next regular
Council meeting will be Ju1y 17.
PRESENTATIONS
CQNSENT AGENDA. Upon motion by Council Member Post, second by Vice Mayor
Comerford, the CansentAgenda was approved unanimously, with Item CIl moved to thefirst
item on the Action agenda.
C 1: Resolution Na 2012-36: Relating to Municipal Court; appraving and autharizing the
Mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement between the Town of Marana and Pima
County for provision of video-court hearings of municipal prisoners
C 2: Resolution No. 2012-37: Relating to Business Regulations; approving and authorizing
the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the intergovernmental agreement between the Town
of Oro Valley and the Town of Marana for reciprocal hearing officer services under Arizona
Revised Statutes Section 9-500.12, providing that the Oro Valley Town Attorney will serve as
hearing officer for appeals brought under Chapter 9-4 of the Marana Town Code regarding
massage establishments.
C 3: Resolution No. 2012-38: Relating to Real Estate; approving and authorizing the Mayor
to execute the lease and use agreement between the Town of Marana and the Community Food
Bank for operation of the 1Vlarana Community Food Bank Farm at the Marana Heritage River
Park
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C 4: Resolution No. 2012-39: Relating to Developrnent; approving a final plat for Gladden
Farms Blocks 35 & 39 Lots 1-205, Blocks A, B, & C and Common Areas: "A-1 "-"A-17"
(Landscape/Utility), "B-1"-"B-10" (Landscape/DrainagelUtility/Recreation)
C 5: Resolution Na. 2012-40: Relating to Parks and Recreation; approving and authorizing
the Mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement between the Town of Marana and the
Arizona Board of Regents, University of Arizona on behalf of the University's Drachman
Institute for the development and creation of a Master Concept Site Plan for the Marana Heritage
River Park
C 6. Resolution No. 2012-41: Relating to the Police Department; approving and authorizing
the Town Manager to execute a C'rrant Agreement (HT-12-2214) with the City of Tucson to
receive funding under the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Grant Program
C 7: Resolution No. 2012-42: Relating to Municipal Court; approving and authorizing the
Mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement between Pima County and the Town of
Marana for payment for incarceration of municipal prisoners
C 8: Resolution No. 2012-43: Relati�g to Building Codes; Approving and authorizing the
mayor to execute the extensian of an intergovernmental agreement with Pima County for the
regulation of public property regarding code compliance for public buildings
C 9: Resolution No. 2012-44: Relating to Emergency Management; approving the Pima
County Multi-Jurisdictional Mitigation Plan 2012
C 10: Resolution No. 2012-45: Relating to Development; approving a release of assurances
for San Lucas Block 11 and acceptance of public improvements for maintenance.
C 11: Resolution No. 2012-46: Relating to Development; approving a final plat for Skyranch
II, Lots 1-53 and Common Areas "A" (private streets) and "B" (open space) . This item was
moved to the Action agenda. Presented by Kevin Kish, who noted that Block A is owned by
Meritage. Speakers included Jeannette Studer, Mike Studer, James Kurtis, Ruth Kurtis, Michael
Belin - all residents of Skyranch, and Jeff Grobstein with Merita.ge Homes. Mr. Kish noted
that staff had a conversation with Mr. Stiteler, the master developer, who is looking to close out
within 90 days, transferring Parcel A to the Town, and deeding over Common Area B, the 80%
open space of the total Skyranch to the newly formed HOA. The HOA transferred to the
residents last year; it has been a transition period. He also had a meeting with the attorney who
represents the Skyranch HOA, who is supportive of the town going forward with the transfer of
title to Parcel A ta the Town and the transfer of title to Common Area B to the HQA. The basis
for objections to this final plat seems to be whether the master developer will in fact turn the
property over within 90 days. Mr. Davidson noted that he was the staff person who spoke to
Mr. Stiteler today. Mr. Stiteler told Mr. Davidson that he intends to complete that process within
90 days a.nd work with the HOA to get that finxsbed. Mr. Stiteler said he still has some
outstanding issues to work out with the HOA. Jeannette Studer passed out a map of the
Skyranch subdivision and addressed the total lack of communication from the town and with the
HOA. She noted the amenities that were or are being turned over to the HOA, but further noted
that the HC?A has never been invited to participate in discussions to review the final plat. Mr.
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Cassidy clarified that it is the preliminary plat process where citizens can give input. The final
plat process is ministerial and does not permit input.
James Kurtis then spoke. He noted that the Board of the HOA is very concerned about
retaining their 20% development and $0% open space. They would like to be included in what is
going to be happening with the children's education center. Mike Studer then called to the
Council's attention the lack of cornmunication as noted by reading letters from Meritage Homes
that should have been written to the HOA and a letter that should have been written by the town
to the Board of Directors of the HOA to invite comments on the Skyranch Specific Plan area. His
paint was that there be more public exposure and openness be brought to the planning proeess.
Jeff Grobstein from Merita.ge Homes in the Tucson area addressed some of the concerns noted,
saying that he personally attended meetings with the HOA and he does have correspondence to
and from Mr. Kennedy regarding mapping of the property. He also noted that Meritage is a ca-
declarant but not the �aster developer — a separate issue, Ruth Kurtis then spoke regarding
Parcel A and to Meritage as a good builder in the development. She would like to see the 90 day
turnover happen even faster and noted that homeowners would like to help facilitate turnover or
tabling this item for a short time. Council Member McGorray asked if there was any way to
minimize the 90 days.
Mr. Davidson responded that there are two separate issues. Meritage has already purchased the
property from the master developer and gone through the ministerial process to their project.
There are some outstanding issues related to the developer and the HOA. His conversation with
the developer today is that the developer is going to continue to work with the HOA ta make the
transfer. What is before Council tonight is the process the builder has gone through to be able to
move forward. And then there are some other issues that the master developer needs to
complete. They are not necessarily linked. Council Member McGorray noted that if Council
proceeds with this tonight, the HOA will have no clout legally to the transfer of title of the open
space. Mr. Cassidy responded that there is no connection between this plat and getting the
master developer to perform. The town has a contract with the master developer, and has not so
far not held them to that. Since 2007, there have been ongoing requests for discussion with the
developer, and he's never' come forward. The town can enforce the contract, but it has nothing to
do with holding Meritage responsible. And then with open space (Common Area B), the original
plat very clearly requires the master developer to turn over the open space to the HOA, and the
town can enforce that, even though we (town) have not done that. Mr. Cassidy does not
recommend that Meritage should be held responsible for another's parly's non-performance. If
there is not a prompt turning over of the properties, staff can come to Council and recommend
appropriate action. Mr. Davidson interjected that he can press on the master developer to act
more quickly; he doesn'f make visits to Arizona periodically.
Michael Belin then addressed Council as a member of the HOA and stated that he agrees that
from a builder's points of view, these are totally separate events, and he doesn't have a problem
with the development of the additional land. �-Iowever, as a homeowners' point of view, these
are not separa.te events. They want some assurances that the master developer will do as he says.
Mayor Honea reiterated the town's attorney saying the town has recourse with the developer.
Council Member Post addressed the HOA wanting to be involved in platting process, which
adds anather layer which won't do any goad because the Council is bound by the laws we have
in place, including the Specific Plan. Mr. Cassidy agreed and clarified that in the context of a
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subdivision plat, the town Council is acting in accordance with Arizona law. If the plat meets a11
the statutory requirements, the Council must apprave it. That's why it's called a ministerial
process which is different from the rezoning process where there is a lot of discretion. There is
no discretion in the subdivision platting. In fact, it would be misleading to invite the HOA to
comment as if yau would be able to change the rules that exist — they can't be changed. Council
Member Post said that if there is a motion on this item tonight, Council should add on to
instruct town staff— management and legal — to pursue this issue of title to Common Area B
transferring to the HOA so that it doesn't come back.
Motion by Council Member Ziegler to adopt Resolution No.2012-46, apprvving a final
platfor Skyranch II Lats 1-53 and Common Areas "A" (private streets) and "B" (open space),
{Council Member Post asked to add onto the motion `and also instruct town staff to
aggressively pursue, including legal, the dedication of the properties that go along with the
common areas in Parcel A'}, second by �'ouncil Member Pos� Passed unanimously.
C 12: Resolution No, 2012-47: Relating to Community Development; approving and
authorizing the Mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement between the Regional
Transporta.tion Authority of Pixna County and the Town of Marana for the regionalization of
public transit and special needs transportation services and maintenance of effort funding
C 13: Resolution No. 2012-48: Relating to Personnel; approving and adopting amendments to
the Town's Personnel Policies and Procedures, revising Chapter 3- Compensation, Policy 3-3
"Classification Plan" and Policy 3-9 "Adjustments to Pay"
C 14: Relating to Personnel; consideration of proposed amendments to the Town's Personnel
Policies and Procedures, revising Chapter 5- Work Rules, Policy 5-i-4 "Meal Breaks and Rest
Breaks"
C 15: Meeting minutes from the June Sth 2012 Study Session and Regular Council Meeting
Mayor Honea introduced some people in the audience who came in support of Item C3 on the
Consent Agenda. Bill Carnegie, the CEO of the Southern Arizona Food Bank, Robert Ojeda,
Jesse Baxter and other colleagues involved with the food bank. He noted that even though
things are changing at the farm, the town is appreciative of the food bank as a community
partner.
LIQUOR LICENSES
L 1: Relating to Liquor Licenses; recommendation to the sta.te liquor board regarding a new
Series 12 (Resta.urant) liquor license application submitted by Clinton Bolin for the Station,
located at 8235 N. Silverbeil Road. Jocelyn Bronson presented this item to Council, noting that
the applicant was properly posted, no protests were received, and staff is recammending
approval to the liquor board. Motion to approve by Councdl Member McGorray, second by
Vice Nfayor Comerfor� �'assed unanimousdy,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
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B 1: PUBLIC HEARING: Resolution No. GFCFD 2012-02: [Marana Town Cauncil acting
as the Gladden Fartns Community Facilities District Board of Directors]: A Resolution of the
District Board of the Gladden Farms Community Facilities District, Pima County, Arizona,
approving the final budget for the Gladden Farms Community Facilities District for the fiscal
year beginning July l, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. Board Chair Honea opened the public
hearing. Erik Montague presented the item. There were no speakers from the public. Board
Chair Honea closed the public hearing. �Iotion to approve by Board Member McGorray,
second by Board Member Bvwen. Passed unanimously.
B 2: PUBLIC HEARING: Resolution No. GFCFD2 2012-02: [Marana Town Council acting
as the Gladden Farms (Phase II} Community Facilities District Board of Directors]: A
Resolution of the District Board of the Gladden Farms (Phase II) Community Facilities District,
Pima County, Arizona, approving the final budget for the Gladden Farms (Phase II) Community
Facilities District for the fiscal year beginning July l, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. Board
Chair Honea opened the public hearing. Erik Montague presented the item. There were no
speakers from the public. Board Chair Honea closed the public hearing. Motion to approve by
Board Member �owen, second by �oard Member Ziegler. Passed unanimously.
B 3: PUBLIC HEARING: Resolution No. SSFCD 2012-02: [Marana Town Council acting
as the Saguaro Springs Community Facilities District Board of Directors]: A Resolution of the
District Board of the Saguaro Springs Community Facilities District, Pima. County, Arizona,
approving the final budget for the Saguaro Springs Community Facilities District for the fiscal
year beginning Ju1y l, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. Soard Chair Honea opened the public
hearing. Erik Montague presented the item. There were no speakers from the public. Board
Chair Honea closed the public hearing. Motivn to upprove by Board Member 11�cGorray,
second by Bourd Member Ziegler. Passed unanimously.
B 4: PUBLIC HEARING: Resolution No. VFCFD 2012-02: [Marana Town Council acting
as the Vanderbilt Farms Community Facilities District Board of Directors]: A Resolution of the
District Board of the Vanderbilt Farms Community Facilities District, Pima County, Arizona,
approving the final budget for the Vanderbilt Farms Community Facilities District for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. Board Chair Iionea opened the public
hearing. Erik Montague presented the item. There were no speakers from the public. Board
Chair Honea closed the public hearing. Motion to approve by Board Member gai, second by
Board Member Bowen. Passed unanimously.
COLTNCIL ACTION. Council took a 10-minute break at 8:41 p.m. and resumed at 8:51 p.m.
A 1: Resolution No. 2012-50: Relating to the Police Department; approving and authorizing
the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Marana and the
Marana Police Officers' Association relating to wages, hours and working conditions for the time
period of July l, 2012 through June 30, 2014. Presented by Deputy Town Manager Del Post,
Deputy Town Attorney Jane Fairall, Human Resources Director Suzanne Machain and Police
Chief Terry Rozema. The purpose of the presentation is to request the Cou.ncil to adopt the
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which has been in negotiation since January. Jane
Fairall gave an overview of the Meet and Confer ordinance currently in effect; how we got to
where we are now and some of those legal highlights. Suzanne Machain described some of the
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goals the town set out with for this year's Meet and Confer process as well as the progress of the
process and described the items still in dispute between the town and MPOA. Those items
include setting a different process for PD regarding a formal grievance process, PD pay plans, an
MOU reopener based on fluctuations in state shared revenues and overtime pay for grant-funded
work. Chief Terry Rozema discussed and provided an overview of the MOU which reinforces
the chain of command, provides clarity and streamlines processes and provides uniformity across
the department, allows the department head to retain operational control and allows time to
develop a new model. Chiefs Rozema's vision is to take a good police department and make it a
great police department. He emphasized that there are great people in the police organiza.tion,
and to get great people to make a great organization, the two must come together to make great
processes. The current process does not necessarily do that even though it's a start. But it is not
the most efficient and effective way to operate. Chief Rozema asked Council to adopt the MOU
as the town staff has brought it forward, because it's the process we have right now, and it's the
process that has been used for the last 5-6 months. Adopting this MOU also allows staff to
develop a new model which can provide a better process. Del Post concluded that one of the
strategic goals of the town is to have the best police department in the state. To do that, we can't
rely on old models. We must be creative and innovative and use this opportunity to apply a
model that can reach across the entire organization. He then went on to describe some elements
that could be incorporated into a new madel. First, there must be good communication.
Everyone must feel that they have the ability to raise issues about delivering the best public
service. Second, we need to provide opportunities for leadership development for employees.
Third, is empowerment. All employees are stakeholders in the organization. Too often, they
feel that in order to address an issue, they need to let the association take the lead. What we want
is a 24/7 ability to address issues as they arise. This is a new key element. Fourth, there must be
appropriate systems, pol�cies and procedures in place that support open channels of
communication of leadership and of empowerment. And fifth, recruitment is key. To have the
greatest department in the sta.te, we need to continue efforts to recruit the best. Town staff is
working on the new model. Sta.ff recommends the adoption of the MQU as presented.
Mario Williams, representing the MPOA and their attorney, Martin Binn, then presented to
Council regarding the four items still in dispute between the town and the MPOA. In their
presentation, the MPOA proposed that the current MOU Article 5 grievance review process
remain unchanged. Regarding the secand issue, that of step pay plans, the MPOA posed that th�
process remain unchanged. MPOA believes that removing discussion of wages and/or step pay
plans from the MOU violates the town's existing ordinance. Council Member Ziegler raised
the point which was clarified by Mr. Davidson that discussion of step plans or pay raises is not
going away. It's just being removed from the MOU and included as part of the town's overall
salary schedule. If there are future opportunities for pay raises, they should be looked at across
the board for all employees. The step schedule is not going away. The MPOA believes this
should remain as a bargaining point in the MOU. The MPOA's concern is that under the MOU
process, it's up for discussion. If not in the process, it can't be discussed. Mr. Davidson again
clarified that salaries for a11 departments are discussed as part of the budget process. Council
Member Ziegier raised the point that if that issue is kept in tlYe MOU, it's discussed only every
two years. If it's in the budget, it's discussed each budget cycle. Mr. Binn countered that if this
change occurs, would the 1VIPOA be allowed to talk about it every year. Mr. Davidson
reiterated that pay is probably going to be discussed every year, whether it's part of the Meet and
Confer/MOU or not, but the town definitely wants to'create strategies for enhancing pay for
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officers and retaining staff which requires continual dialog rather than just every two years. Issue
three is whether the MOU should be reopened if there is a change in state shared revenues. The
MPOA is not oppased to reducing wages if there is a decrease in state shared revenues. They
would like a term added that if the state shared revenue is increased, the MOU could be reopened
to discuss the wage issues. Issue four is the topic of overtime. Officers work grant-funded
overtime, typically after they work their regular 40 hours. Officers are looking for overtime
wages at time and a half even if they don't reach 40 hours in their regular work week. The
MPOA proposed this as a benefit to help member officers who have been hit hard by health
insurance increases. He used the Stonegarden off-duty work as an example. Council Member
Ziegler offered that all town employees have been affected by the increase in health insurance
increases and asked why not working a full 40-hour week should affect grant-funded work. Mr.
Binn concluded by sta.ting that a11 the stakeholders need to be part of the process and stated that
he would like Council to follow the MPOA recommendations. Discussion ensued relating to a
parallel process for grievance review called PARB. Mr. Williams confirmed that the MPOA
has used the GRC under the MOU. Council Member Bowen stated his concern over having
two grievance review processes. Mr, Binn responded for the need which is governed by state
law for police which don't apply to regular employees, but he wasn't totally familiar with the
process. Council Member Bowen asked why there need to be parallel processes for the police
department and for other employees regarding salaries. Mr. Binn replied that if there is a
conflict, it's because that is what is in the Meet and Confer ordinance. Jane Fairall noted that
the ordinance includes things such as compensation. Her interpretatian is that it is an issue that
can be discussed in the Meet and Confer process, not that it's required to be discussed. Even if
you take the position that it's required topic of discussion, there's nothing in the ordinance that
requires that the actual pay plan remain inside the MOU or as an attachment to the MOU. , You
can actually talk about those things without the pay plan being embedded within the document.
With respect to the grant-funded work, Council Member Bowen stated that Council shouldn't
be establishing policy to deal with an exception, which is how he understands the argument Mr.
Binn presented. Mr. Binn agreed. Vice Mayor Comerford stated that there are state and
federal laws that govern how employees are paid, and the town could lase all kinds of funds if
grants are not being properly accounted for. Mr. Binn acknowledged that he doesn't know how
the grant-funding mechanism works. However, under the Fair Labor Standards Act, you (the
town) are allowed to provide more benefits versus fewer to your employees. Erik Montague
addressed the issue of the grant-funding mechanism. With respect to charging a salary and time
to grant programs, the Office of Management and Budget established the rules. It requires when
you charge salary and wages to a federal program, it needs to be substantially equivalent to the
same process you use to charge non-federal programs. It would not be his recommendation to
charge overtime rates to a federal program that are not consistent to town practices or rules. It
could potentially be a matter of a questioned cost, which could lead to a finding in a single audit
report that may result in the loss of forfeiture of federal funding in the future for non-compliance.
We are obligated to comply with rules related to federal funding, and he would extend that to
other similar grant programs.
Councii Member Post stated that with respect to disputed item one, he would like to have the
police officers association go through the same process as other town employees. Numbers two
and three he views together. If the Marana police of�icers are included with the town's
classification salary schedule, and we receive more state shared revenue, our employees are
important, whether they be police officers or regular employees. If we get more, we'll try to pay
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mare. With respect to Item four, he feels it's a risk that anyone would face. If you work
overtime, you get paid for overtime. If you don't work overtime, you don't get paid, whether
you're sick or for some reason couldn't come to work. Council Member Bowen stated that at
this point, he is of a mind to agree with the town on the matters, although he is open to
discussing these things. However, he doesn't feel that the cass has been made for the matters that
remain in dispute to go to the side of the MPOA. But if there is merit in them going forward, he
is willing to reconsider his position. Council Member Ziegler agreed with Chief Rozema and
Mr. Del Post, who said the town wants to get to a place where the police and other town
departments work well together and without division. It's time to move on because we have the
leadership in the police department to get to where we need to go.
Del Post concluded by saying that never has the town painted a finger at the MPOA. He
believes that they have been camplimented, especialiy for the work they've done this year. It is
the process, not the MPOA, that the town is constructively critical of.
Motion by �ce 1Y�ayor Comerford to authorize the Mayor to �zecute a Memorundum of
Understanding between the Town of Marana and the Murana Police O�cers' Association
relating to wages, hours and working conditions for the time period of .Iuly 1, 2412 through
June 30, 2414. Second by Council Member Ziegler. Passed unanimously.
A 2: PUBLIC HEARING: Resolution No. 2012-51: Relating to Budget; adopting the Town
of Marana's fiscal year 2012-2013 final budget. Mayor Honea opened the Public Hearing.
Presented by Erik Montague. He noted that the tentative budget was ado�ted on May 15, 2012.
Adopting that tentative budget set forth the expenditure limitation for the town. The proposed
budget was properly published and noticed with respect to this hearing. This budget authorizes
the total number of positions to 313.33 FTE's which is a slight change from the previously year,
mostly related to wastewater. It also incorpora.tes a cost of living adjustment of two percent for
eligible employees, which is intended to partially offset the cost of inflation. There is also
included a lump sum pay adjustment for eligible employees which is intended to recognize the
extended period of four fiscal years where no increases were made. It also includes speciai
equity adjustments for to compensate for new employees who have come in to positions at a
higher rate — approximately 25 positions were impacted.
Council Member Post moved to approve the FY 20�2-2013 fanal budget, second by �ce 1Vlayvr
Comerforr� Mayor Honea elosed the public hearing. The motion passed G-0, Council
11�ember McGorray having left the dais af 14:00 p.m.
A 3: Resolution No. 2012-52: Relating to Personnel; approving salary schedules for classified
and temporary employees for fiscal year 2012-2013. Presented by Suzanne Machain. She noted
that this item comes to Council each year for approval. The rates include the two percent cost of
living adjustment mentioned by Mr. Montague. Also included are administrative corrections to
titles, the range change based on evalua.tions and new titles for new and existing positions. There
are two versions of the classified sehedule included in the packet, not knowing which way
Council would vote on the MPOA item. The e�ibit which includes the PD salary schedule
should be included as the correct attachment in your motion. Motion to approve by V'ace Mayor
Comerford with the PD classified salary schedule for the FY 2t112-2�13. Second by Council
Member Pos� Passed unanimously 6-0.
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A 4: Resolution No. 2012-53: Relating to Finance; declaring, for purpose of Section 1.150-2
of the Federal Treasury Regulations, official intent to be reimbursed in connection with capi#al
expenditures related to acquisition of the "Marana Wastewater Facility" and related
improvements. Presented by Erik Montague. This is directly related to the town taking over of
the wastewater treatment facility. This would allow for the reimbursement af casts that have or
will be incurred between now and when some future debt issuance occurs and sets forth an 18-
month timeline from the date of expenditures. If approved, it allows the town to be reimbursed
for certain eligible costs that have or will occur. It does not authorize the issuance of any debt at
this point. The authorization would be set at a maximum or ceiling of about $1.75M based upon
an estimated or projected costs. Council Member Bowen asked if this exists in the town's
budget or on a balance sheet a an IOU. Mr. Mo�tague responded that portions of it could be
related to a general fiind borrowing for expenditures that have occurred within the last 60 days or
so. The significant sources of the funding used to pay for these costs is general fund cash. There
are other means of evaluating costs that have been incurred which would be part of future
structuring. The reimbursement would effectively beef back up the general fund. Motion to
approve by Vice Mayor Comerford, second by Council Member Bowen. Passed 5-0, with
Council Member Kai abstaining.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
D 1: Relating to Legislation and Government Actions: Discussion and possible action
regard3ng all pending state, federal, and local legislation/government actions and on recent and
upcoming meetings of other governmental bodies
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS. Motion to go into executive session on Item E2 hy Council Member
Bowen, second by Council Member Ziegler at 10:11 p.m. Passed 5-0; Council Memher Kai
left the dais.
E 1: Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3), Council may ask for discussion
or consulta.tion for legal advice with the Town Attorney concerning any matter listed on this
agenda.
E 2: Executive session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3),(4) and (7), for discussion or
consultation with the Toum's attorneys and to instruct the Town's representatives concerning (1)
the lawsuit entitled Town of Marana v. Pima County/Pima County v. Marana (consolidated),
Maricopa County Superior Court No. CV200&001131, Arizona Court of Appeals No. 1 CA CV
11 0381; (2) the lawsuit entitled Pima County v. Town of Marana, Pima County Superior Court
No. C20116094; and (3) pending legal issues, settlement discussions and contract negotiations
relating to the transition of Marana wastewater collection and treatment to the Town of Marana.
Council reconvened at 10:43 p.m. �Iotion by Vice Mayor Comerford, second by Council
Member Pvst to authorize town staff tv proeeed with the process outlined in executive session
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which would include scheduling a Special Council Meeting on June 26, 2012. Passed
unanimously S-4.
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 (Mara.na Town Code,
Title 2, Chapter 2-4, Section 2-4-2 B)
ADJOURNMENT. Motion to adjourn at IOt44 p.m. by Council Member Bowen, second by
Council Member 2iegler. Passed unanimously S-0.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing are the true and correct minutes of the Marana Town Council
meeting held on June 19, 2012. I further certify that a quorum was present.
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Jocelyn C. Bronson, Town Clerk