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City Council Regular Meeting City Hall - Council Chambers 1900 N. Civic Square Goodyear, AZ 85395 Monday, June 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes Immediately following the Joint Community Facilities District Regular Meeting that began at 5:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pizzillo called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Joe Pizzillo; Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton; Councilmember Wally Campbell; Councilmember Laura Kaino; Councilwoman Vicki Gillis; Councilmember Benita Beckles; Councilmember Trey Terry Staff Present: Bryan Langley, City Manager; Roric Massey, City Attorney; Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION BY COUNCILMEMBER CAMPBELL PUBLIC COMMENTS/APPEARANCES FROM THE FLOOR There were no public comments. CONSENT MOTION BY Councilmember Wally Campbell, SECONDED BY Councilmember Laura Kaino to APPROVE Consent Agenda items 1 through 11. The motion carried as follows: AYE: Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry Passed - Unanimously 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES RECOMMENDATION Approve the June 8, 2026 Regular Meeting and June 8, 2026 Special Meeting draft minutes. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk) 2. APPROVAL OF SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL RECOMMENDATION Recommend approval of Application No. 398646 to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for a Series 12 (Restaurant) liquor license for Firebirds Wood Fired Grill located at 14848 W McDowell Road, Goodyear, AZ 85395. (Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk) 3. APPROVE UPDATED SALARY RANGE FOR FIRE AND POLICE COMMAND STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the updated salary ranges to ensure market-competitive compensation before beginning the recruitment process for a new Deputy Fire Chief and a new Police Commander, as authorized in the fiscal year (FY) 2027 budget. (Lyman Locket, Human Resources Director) 4. ADOPTION OF PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PSPRS) FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2027 PENSION FUNDING POLICY RECOMMENDATION Adopt the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System FY2027 Pension Funding Policy. (Ryan Bittle, Deputy Director of Finance) 5. APPROVAL OF MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (MAG) PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR CIP 42026 ESTRELLA PKWY RECOMMENDATION Approve the Arterial Life Cycle Project Agreement, Estrella Parkway: MC 85 to Vineyard Avenue, Project Agreement No. 1-GDY-26-RTP-001, with Maricopa Association of Governments and providing authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Logan Hopp, Deputy Director of Engineering) 6. APPROVAL OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE MASTER TRANSIT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (RPTA) FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2027 RECOMMENDATION Approve the first amendment to the Master Transit Services Agreement with the RPTA and providing authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the Agreement and approve the related FY2027 budget transfer. (Christine McMurdy, Project Management Coordinator) 7. APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WEST VALLEY INVESTIGATIVE RESPONSE TEAM RECOMMENDATION Approve the IGA for the Goodyear Police Department to participate in the West Valley Investigative Response Team, and providing authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreement. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police) 8. RESOLUTION ADOPTING A LONG-TERM OPERATING AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY RECOMMENDATION Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2526 approving a long-term Operating Agreement with Arizona Public Service Company for the delivery of brackish water to the Palo Verde Generating Station. (Barbara Chappell, Water Services Director) Vice Mayor Hampton noted the benefits of the item and expressed appreciation to staff for their efforts. 9. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER FOR EXPENDITURE LIMIT REPORTING FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2027 RECOMMENDATION Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2527 designating the Chief Fiscal Officer for officially submitting the Fiscal Year 2027 Expenditure Limitation Report to the Arizona Auditor General. (Ryan Bittle, Deputy Finance Director) 10. RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY OF GOODYEAR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION TO DEFEASE OUTSTANDING BONDS RECOMMENDATION Adopt Resolution No. 2026-2529 directing the City of Goodyear Public Improvement Corporation to defease the outstanding City of Goodyear Public Improvement Corporation Municipal Facilities Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A and Municipal Facilities Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B; authorizing and providing for the Interim Finance Director or designee to transfer City funds to defease and redeem such bonds; authorizing the taking of all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this Resolution; and ratifying the actions of all officers and agents of the City and others with respect to the transfer, prepayment, defeasance, and redemption. (Mayette Bailey, Interim Deputy Director of Finance) 11. ORDINANCE LEVYING PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PROPERTY TAX LEVIES FOR FY2027 RECOMMENDATION Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-1650 levying upon the assessed valuation of the property within the City of Goodyear, subject to primary and secondary taxation a certain sum upon each one hundred dollars ($100.00) of valuation sufficient to raise the amounts estimated to be required in the Annual Budget for the purpose of paying for various expenses; to raise the amount estimated to be received from other sources of revenues; providing funds for various bond redemptions, for the purpose of paying principal and interest upon bonded indebtedness; all for fiscal year ending the 30th day of June, 2027. (Ryan Bittle, Deputy Director of Finance) PUBLIC HEARINGS 12. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AREA AND AUTHORIZING COST RECOVERY FOR CIP PROJECT #42046 COTTON LANE: ESTRELLA PARKWAY TO COTTON LANE BRIDGE Mayor Pizzillo opened the public hearing at 5:10 p.m. Logan Hopp, Deputy Director of Engineering, presented a request to authorize the establishment of a Special Public Improvement Cost Recovery Area to support the Cotton Lane widening project. Mr. Hopp provided an overview of the project’s purpose, background, and scope, including planned construction activities, anticipated roadway impacts, affected properties, property owner engagement, and the cost recovery process. There being no speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:16 p.m. Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Resolution No. 2026-2530 by title only. In response to Council inquiry, Christian Williams, Planning Manager, explained that the affected properties are currently zoned for a mix of commercial and residential uses. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Hopp provided additional information regarding property owner feedback, the project timeline, traffic mitigation efforts, and the project location. MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Councilmember Benita Beckles to ADOPT Resolution No. 2026-2530 approving and establishing a “Special Public Improvement Project Area” that includes properties receiving special benefits from improvements widening Cotton Lane and authorizing the City to recover an allocated share of the costs of the special public improvements from the owners of the benefited properties. The motion carried as follows: AYE: Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry Passed - Unanimously 13. ORDINANCE TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 156 ACRES FROM 1ST AMENDED PAD TO 2ND AMENDED PAD Mayor Pizzillo opened the Public Hearing at 5:22 p.m. Justin Gabrielson, Senior Planner, presented a request to rezone approximately 156 acres located at the southeast corner of West Yuma Road and South Estrella Parkway from Fulton Home at Ballpark Village 1st Amended Planned Area Development (PAD) to 2nd Amended PAD. Mr. Gabrielson provided a brief description of the rezone and explained the proposal removes alley-loaded homes, amends lot dimensions and amenities, and introduces a new district. He continued to review staff recommendations, with stipulations consistent with the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation. Mr. Gabrielson continued to review the evaluation criteria and public notification and noted there were no resident comments. There being no speakers present, Mayor Pizzillo closed the public hearing at 5:25 p.m. Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Ordinance No. 2026-1651 by title only. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Gabrielson noted that the total number of lots has been reduced and will now consist solely of single-family homes. He also explained that the change is based on a market study conducted by the applicant regarding home types and affordability. Council expressed support for the project, including its walkable areas and park space. MOTION BY Councilmember Laura Kaino, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to ADOPT Ordinance No. 2026-1651 conditionally rezoning approximately 156 acres of property located at the southeast corner of Estrella Parkway and Yuma Road from Fulton Homes at Ballpark Village 1st Amended Planned Area Development to Fulton Homes at Ballpark Village 2nd Amended Planned Area Development. The motion carried as follows: AYE: Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry Passed - Unanimously BUSINESS 14. APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH THE CITY OF AVONDALE FOR SENIOR SERVICES FOR GOODYEAR RESIDENTS Guylene Ozlanski, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation, presented the item for approval of an IGA with the city of Avondale for senior services for Goodyear residents. Ms. Ozlanski reviewed the partnership with Avondale, pricing model, details of the IGA, and the long-term plan for senior services. In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Ozlanski provided the cost per registered resident and noted the cost of a flat fee, with a set yearly increase. Council expressed support for exploring opportunities for the city of Goodyear to offer senior services and expand the Meals on Wheels program to reach more residents. Vice Mayor Hampton supports continuing the partnership with Avondale rather than having Goodyear provide those services. MOTION BY Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, SECONDED BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton to APPROVE the IGA with the city of Avondale for senior services and provide authorization and direction to the Mayor, or their designee, to take actions and execute the documents necessary to carry out the intent of the IGA. The motion carried as follows: AYE: Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry Passed - Unanimously 15. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATIONS BONDS FOR STORM SEWER AND DRAINAGE, STREET AND TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS, PUBLIC SAFETY, AND PARKS AND RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS Mayette Bailey, Interim Deputy Director of Finance, presented a request to authorize the issuance of general obligations bonds, series 2026. Ms. Bailey reviewed the purpose of the bond including projects for storm sewers and drainage, street and transportation improvements, parks and recreation improvement, and public safety. She reviewed bond authorizations, credit rating, and financing. Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk, read Resolution No. 2026-2528 by title only. In response to inquiry, Janelle Gold, Hilltop Securities Inc., explained that it was not economical to purchase insurance for a AA rating. MOTION BY Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, SECONDED BY Councilmember Benita Beckles to ADOPT Resolution No. 2026-2528 authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of its General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026; delegating the authority to approve certain matters with respect to the bonds, including determining the method of sale of the bonds, authorizing the acceptance of a proposal for the purchase of the bonds and awarding the bonds to the purchaser thereof; providing for the annual levy of a tax for the payment of the bonds; authorizing the appointment of a municipal advisor and a bond registrar, transfer agent, paying agent and depository, as applicable; providing for the disposition of the proceeds of such bonds; approving the form of the bonds and certain documents relating to and securing the payment of bonds, and authorizing completion, execution and delivery thereof; delegating authority to approve and deem final a form of official statement, if applicable; ratifying all actions taken and to be taken to further this Resolution; and authorizing any necessary budget transfers related to the bonds and the projects financed thereby. The motion carried as follows: AYE: Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Wally Campbell, Councilmember Laura Kaino, Councilwoman Vicki Gillis, Councilmember Benita Beckles, Councilmember Trey Terry Passed - Unanimously INFORMATION ITEMS Council thanked staff, Fire and Police for the coordination of the Buc-ee's opening and provided updates on events throughout the city. Bryan Langley, City Manager, thanked staff for the work done showcasing Goodyear, provided Juneteenth event attendance and highlighted upcoming events. FUTURE MEETINGS Future meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows: July 6, 2026 Council Meeting 5:00 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pizzillo adjourned the Regular Meeting at 5:50 p.m. ______________________________ Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk __________________________ Joe Pizzillo, Mayor Date:___________________ CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING of the city of Goodyear, Arizona, held on June 22, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this ____ day of ______________, 2026. SEAL: ______________________________ Jasmine Pernicano, City Clerk