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City of El Mirage — Regular Meeting (2021-12-07)

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D R A F T
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
EL MIRAGE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
10000 N. EL MIRAGE ROAD
6:00 PM -TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Minutes
 
   
       
   
1.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Alexis Hermosillo; Councilmember Roy Delgado; Vice Mayor Monica Dorcey;
Councilmember Anita Norton (via phone); Councilmember Mike Hutchinson; Councilmember
David Shapera; Councilmember Donna Winston (via phone) 
2.
CALL TO ORDER - Meeting called to order at 6:00 pm
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
Introduction of new City employees:
Police Chief Paul Marzocca introduced Police Officer Brandon Clark, Police Officer Mathew
Boice and Analytical Research Coordinator Kelley Martin.
Interim Finance Director Dana Williams introduced Program Manager Robert Weddigan and
Fiscal Services Analyst Nicholas DeWin.
 
3.
PROCLAMATION
 
1.
Proclamation to recognize Extra Mile Day November 1, 2021.  (Administration)
Vice Mayor Dorcey read a brief explanation behind the meaning of Extra Mile Day which
celebrates citizens who go the extra mile in personal effort, volunteerism, and service to the
community.
Mayor Alexis Hermosillo declared November 1, 2021, as Extra Mile Day and encouraged citizens
to 'go the extra mile' within the community.
  
 
4.
CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Citizens desiring to speak on any issue within the jurisdiction of the public body may do so at this
time. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per person and shall be addressed to the City
Council as a whole. At the conclusion of the Call to the Public, individual City Council Members
may (1) respond to criticism made by those who have spoken, (2) direct staff to review or follow
up on the matter, and/or (3) direct that the matter be put on a future agenda.
There were no public comments received.

5.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under the Consent Agenda will be voted on with one motion. If discussion is
desired regarding any Consent Agenda Item, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and voted on separately.
 
1.
Consideration and action to approve the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held Tuesday,
October 19, 2021. (City Clerk)
  
 
2.
Consideration and action to approve the destruction of Personnel Records that have reached the end
of their retention period as authorized under ARS §41-151.19.  (Human Resources)
  
 
3.
Consideration and action to approve the service agreement renewal with Banner Occupational
Health Clinics in an amount not to exceed $9,500 annually. (Human Resources)
  
 
4.
Consideration and action to approve the subscription for use of the Investigative Data Platform for
License Plate Reader access provided by Vigilant Solutions (part of Motorola Solutions), via a
Sole Source Letter, for a cost of $12,217.50 for FY21/22.  (Police)  
  
 
5.
Consideration and action to accept and award Coco's Roadside Services, Inc. as the Police
Department's Towing Service (PD21-VTS01). Upon acceptance and award, the contract shall run
for three years and, by mutual written consent, be extended annually for two one year terms up to
maximum of five years unless terminated. (Police) 
  
 
6.
Consideration and action to approve an agreement with APS for the installation of an electric
vehicle (EV) charging station at the library facility as part of APS' "Take Charge" program. (Public
Works)
  
 
7.
Consideration and action to approve an agreement with APS for the installation of an electric
vehicle (EV) charging station at the Public Works facility as part of APS' "Take Charge" program.
(Public Works)
  
 
8.
Consideration and action to approve the adoption of the modification to the FY 2021 Financial
Policies. (Finance)
  
 
9.
Consideration and action to approve a contract with B&F Contracting using the City of Peoria JOC
No. ACON53218 for the purpose of installing speed radar signs along El Mirage Road and Dysart
Road in the amount of $44,052.16 (Activity No. 62214) (Development Services)
  
 
10.
Consideration and action to approve Resolution R21-11-25 for the Call of Election for the 2022
Primary and General elections.  (City Clerk)
  
 
11.
Consideration and action to authorize the City Clerk to opt into the Secretary of State's new
electronic nomination petition portal known as E-Qual for municipal candidates to receive on-line
petition signatures and voters to "sign" candidate petitions on-line at no cost to the City.  (City
Clerk)
  
 
 
Vice Mayor Dorcey moved to approve consent agenda items 1-11 as presented; seconded by
Councilmember Shapera. 
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Vote: 7 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
 
6.
REGULAR AGENDA
 
1.
Consideration and action to approve a Site Plan Zoning application for a Light Manufacturing Use
located at 12501 West Olive Avenue, Arizona 85335 submitted by Avanti Windows and Doors. 
(Development Services)
Senior Planner Jose Macias gave a brief presentation on the site plan zoning application submitted
by Avanti Windows and Doors.  There were no questions from Councilmembers regarding the
application.
  
 
 
Vice Mayor Dorcey moved to approve a site plan zoning application for a light manufacturing use
located at 12501 West Olive Avenue, El Mirage, Arizona, 85335, submitted by Avanti Windows
and Doors; seconded by Councilmember Shapera. 
 
Vote: 7 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
 
2.
A Public Hearing, closure of public hearing, followed by a discussion and action on a Conditional
Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment Zoning application for a Marijuana Cultivation Site Use
located at 12475 West Alice Avenue, El Mirage, Arizona 85335 submitted by White Mountain
Health Center.  (Development Services) 
Mayor Alexis Hermosillo opened the public hearing.
Senior Planner Jose Macias provided a description of the conditional use permit and site plan
amendment application which includes an addition of twelve temporary greenhouses.  He also
introduced Taylor Candland as the applicant who answered Council questions.  
Councilmember Shapera asked if the greenhouses are permanent and Mr. Candland explained
they are temporary and can be moved.  Councilmember Delgado asked why a fence is on top of
another fence and Mr. Candland stated the second fence is inside the first for additional security. 
Vice Mayor Dorcey asked how long the structures would be in place and Mr. Candland stated he
was unsure at this time.  Councilmember Hutchinson asked if there was remote security
monitoring taking place and Mr. Candland stated yes.  Councilmember Norton asked if there
were several people monitoring the location and Mr. Candland replied there were multiple security
personnel on site at all times.  He also stated there have been no attempted break-ins at the site.   
Vice Mayor Dorcey asked how many jobs would this approval bring to the city and Mr. Candland
stated that eight positions were added with the greenhouse additions.  Councilmember
Hutchinson asked if there was live remote monitoring taking place and Mr. Candland answered
yes.  
Hearing no further questions or comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
  
 
 
Vice Mayor Dorcey moved to approve a conditional use permit and site plan amendment zoning
application for a marujuana cultivation site use located at 12475 West Alice Avenue, El Mirage,
Arizona, 85335 submitted by White Mountian Health Center; seconded by Councilmember
Shapera. 
 
Vote: 7 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
 
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7.
CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS & SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS 
The City Council may not act upon any matter in the City Manager's summary but may have
general comment or questions.
Deputy City Manager Robert Nilles stated that City Manager Crystal Dyches was not in attendance
due to illness.
 
8.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS and COUNCIL SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS 
The Mayor and City Council may not discuss or act upon any matter in the summary unless the
specific matter is properly noticed for legal action.
Vice Mayor Dorcey commended staff on the Fall Harvest Festival which recently took place. 
There was an excellent crowd, and she appreciates everyone who took part.  Councilmember
Delgado stated he participated in the fundraising car wash for an El Mirage police officer.  He also
provided a tour of City Hall for previous City Manager Stu Brackney who was greatly impressed
with the enthusiastic staff he met.  Councilmember Hutchinson agreed with the Vice Mayor about
the Fall Harvest Festival and stated it was the best event he has attended.  He also participated as a
judge in the recent band jamboree.  Councilmember Norton was impressed with the super turnout
at the event and is looking forward to more events in the future.  Councilmember Shapera noted
that the Fire and Police departments have been very busy lately, and he appreciates their hard
work.  Councilmember Winston stated she had a great time at the Fall Harvest Festival as well. 
She also participated in the car wash and the Battle of the Badges event  which both support police
officers.  There was an amazing turnout at both fundraisers.  Mayor Hermosillo reminded
everyone of the upcoming Winter Parade taking place on December 4, 2021.
 
9.
ADJOURNMENT - Meeting adjourned at 6:34 pm.
 
_____________________________
Alexis A. Hermosillo, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Sharon Antes, City Clerk
I hereby certify the aforementioned minutes are a true and accurate record of the Regular El Mirage City Council
Meeting held on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, and a quorum was present. 
  
_____________________________
Sharon Antes, City Clerk
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