Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 13, 2023
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Meeting Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
April 13, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
Chandler City Council Chambers
88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kevin Hartke at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Council Attendance
Appointee Attendance
Mayor Kevin Hartke
Josh Wright, City Manager
Vice Mayor Matt Orlando
Kelly Schwab, City Attorney
Councilmember OD Harris
Dana DeLong, City Clerk
Councilmember Mark Stewart
Councilmember Christine Ellis
Councilmember Jane Poston
Councilmember Angel Encinas
Invocation
The invocation was given by Reverend Sarah Oglesby-Dunegan, Valley Unitarian Universalist
Congregation.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Orlando.
Consent Agenda and Discussion
City Clerk
1.
Approval of Minutes
Move to approve the Council meeting minutes of the Work Session - Budget Workshop #2
of March 20, 2023; the Regular Meeting of March 20, 2023; the Study Session of March 20,
2023; the Work Session of March 23, 2023; and the Regular Meeting of March 23, 2023.
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2.
Board and Commission Appointments
Move City Council approve the Board and Commission appointments as recommended.
Community Services
3.
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5048, Amending City Code Chapter 22 – Short-Term
Rentals, Related to the Regulation of Short-Term Rentals
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5048, amending the Code of the City of Chandler
by amending Chapter 22 – Short-Term Rentals, providing for the repeal of conflicting
ordinances; providing for severability; and providing for penalties.
Councilmember Stewart stated that during the vote for the tentative adoption of Ordinance
No. 5048 he voted no, but since that time he spoke with staff and learned that this would
not be a tax. He said he would be voting yes, for the final adoption of this ordinance.
4.
Resolution No. 5667, Authorizing a Grant Agreement with the Arizona Department of
Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) for a Tree Inventory, Tree Asset Management
Software System, and Urban Forest Management Plan
Move City Council approve Resolution No. 5667 authorizing the City to enter into a grant
agreement with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, in an amount
not to exceed $40,000, for a Tree Inventory, Tree Asset Management Software System, and
an Urban Forest Management Plan, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute
the Agreement on behalf of the City and take all actions necessary or appropriate to carry
out the terms of the Agreement.
Development Services
5.
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5050, PLH22-0065 Vivas Property, Rezoning from
Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for Single-Family
Residential, Located at the Southwest Corner of Pecos and Cooper Roads
Rezoning
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5050 approving PLH22-0065 Vivas Property,
Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for Single-
Family Residential, subject to the conditions as recommended by Planning and Zoning
Commission.
6. Final Plat Approval for PLT21-0030 Serene Estates, located at the Northwest Corner of
Galveston Street and Hartford Street.
Move City Council approve Final Plat PLT21-0030 Serene Estates, as recommended by staff.
Facilities and Fleet
7.
Agreement No. BF1-910-4275, Amendment No. 2, for Roofing Repairs and Maintenance
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Move City Council approve Agreement No. BF1-910-4275. Amendment No. 2, with Five
Oliver, LLC; Classic Roofing, LLC; and National Waterproofing & Roofing, LLC, for roofing
repair and maintenance, in a combined amount not to exceed $1,600,000, for the period of
one year, beginning April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024.
Human Resources
8.
Agreement No. HR9-962-4000, Amendment No. 4, with Devau Human Resources, for
Temporary Staffing Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. HR9-962-4000, Amendment No. 4, with Devau
Human Resources, for temporary staffing services, in an amount not to exceed $1,001,000
for the period of one year, beginning April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024.
Information Technology
9.
Agreement No. 4506, Amendment 2, with WalkMe, Inc., for the Digital Adoption Platform
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4506, Amendment 2, with WalkMe, Inc., for the
digital adoption platform, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, for the period of one year,
beginning June 30, 2023, through June 29, 2024.
Neighborhood Resources
10.
Resolution No. 5670 Approving and Authorizing the Acceptance of Funds from Maricopa
County to Support Comprehensive Heat Relief Services
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5670 approving and authorizing the
Mayor to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Chandler and
Maricopa County to accept $600,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds to support Heat
Relief Services in Chandler and Mesa from May through September 2023
Police Department
11.
Professional Services Agreement No. PD2302.101, with McClaren, Wilson & Lawrie, Inc., for
the Detention Facility Study Consultant Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. PD2302.101 to McClaren,
Wilson & Lawrie, Inc., for the Detention Facility Study Consultant Services, in an amount not
to exceed $195,845.
12.
Purchase and Relocation of Radio Consoles
Move City Council approve the purchase and relocation of radio consoles, utilizing the State
of Arizona Contract No. CTR046830, with Motorola Solutions, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $207,301.
Public Works and Utilities
13.
Introduction of Ordinance No. 5047, Declaring Certain Real Property As No Longer
Necessary for Use as a Public Roadway, Vacating a Portion of Old Roadway Lying within the
Chandler Airport to the Abutting Property Owner
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Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5047 declaring certain
real property as no longer necessary for use as a public roadway, vacating a portion of old
roadway lying within the Chandler Airport to the abutting property owner, and authorizing
the execution of all documents necessary to complete the abandonment.
14.
Professional Services Agreement No. WW2001.204, with Carollo Engineers, Inc., for the
Ocotillo Brine Reduction Facility Ion Exchange Outlet Waste & Wash Water Return Pump
Capacity Improvements Design Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WW2001.204 to Carollo
Engineers, Inc., for the Ocotillo Brine Reduction Facility Ion Exchange Outlet Waste & Wash
Water Return Pump Capacity Improvements Design Services, in an amount not to exceed
$159,892.
15.
Agreement No. SW2-100-4480, Amendment No. 1, with Sierra Container Group, LLC, for
Refuse and Recycling Containers
Move City Council approve Agreement No. SW2-100-4480, Amendment No. 1, with Sierra
Container Group, LLC, for refuse and recycling containers, in an amount not to exceed
$450,000, for the period of one year, beginning May 16, 2023, through May 15, 2024.
16.
Construction Agreement No. ST2110.401, with Technology Construction, Inc., for the T
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. ST2110.401, to Technology
Construction, Inc., for the Traffic Signal Timing Video Detection Cameras, in an amount
not to exceed $2,084,626. Traffic Signal Timing Video Detection Cameras
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote
Councilmember Harris moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the April 13, 2023, Regular City
Council Meeting; Seconded by Councilmember Encinas.
Motion carried unanimously (7-0).
Briefing and Discussion
17.
Briefing and Discussion Regarding the Chandler Police Department Collaboration with
Solari, Inc., for Crisis Response Services Including Training of 911 Operations, Policy
Development and Referral of Non-Emergency Mental Health Calls, as requested by
Councilmember Harris
SEAN DUGGAN, Police Chief, presented the following presentation.
• Solari Call Diversion Program
o Adjusted dispatching guidelines and implemented call triage protocols in August
2021.
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o Prior to August 2021, police officers would be dispatched to most all mental illness
or crisis related calls for service.
o Effective August 2021, persons affected by mental illness or in crisis (suicidal or
depressed) who called police and were not reporting a criminal incident, not involved
in a criminal situation, not acting violent (no weapons), and did not need medical
attention were diverted to Solari Crisis Response Network.
o Officers continued to be dispatched on all reports if situations involving persons
who displayed symptoms of serious mental illness or in crisis and/or danger to
themselves or others due to the unpredictable nature of those involved.
o Since August 2021, 297 calls have been diverted to Solari Crisis Response Network.
• Council approved funding in July 2022 to embed a crisis counselor from Solari Crisi
Response Network in the police 911 emergency call center.
o Provide training to communications section staff to screen and divert additional
non-violent mental health crisis calls to Solari
o Provide training to officers on how the diversion program will work
o Evaluate and revise policies and procedures
o Act as decision makers on clinical requests
o Track and review call volume monthly (30+ since 3/21//23)
• Council approved a service agreement with Solari in December 2022 to on-board a crisis
counselor.
o Kickoff meeting with Solari on January 9, 2023
o Solari identified and hired new employee (crisis counselor)
o Background process conducted February-March
o Start date 3/21 (Schedule: Tuesday and Fridays from 12:00pm-10:30pm)
o One year, one time funded ($75,000) pilot program with performance metrics
o Recommended again for funding in FY 23-24 budget
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS said this is a great program and appreciates the support given to
mental health.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked what the schedule for this position is and if the addition of more
staff has been researched.
CHIEF DUGGAN said this is a beta version and just started two weeks ago, more information will
be available over time with tracking.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked if this program was only for two weeks.
CHIEF DUGGAN said it is two days a week for one year.
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VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked why the position just started if the funding was provided a year
ago.
CHIEF DUGGAN said the process of finding and hiring and employee for that position has taken
this long.
COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS said this program is going to fill a great need for qualified mental health
assistance and thanked Mayor, Council and Chief Duggan for all their effort and support.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON asked if 800 to 1000 calls are projected to be diverted to Solari.
CHIEF DUGGAN said yes.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON asked if there will be more statistics for money and staffing in a year
from now.
CHIEF DUGGAN said there will be sufficient information for an estimate after the program has
operated for a longer time.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON said the program is a good investment.
CHIEF DUGGAN said yes, it will free up officers to do what they are trained to do and provide
resources to help the community.
18.
Briefing and Discussion on Current Chandler Opioid Data and Public Safety Response
Protocols as well as Information Regarding the One Arizona Opioid Settlement Funds
Agreement, Its Approved Purposes, and Current and Future Distribution, as requested by
Councilmember Harris
THOMAS DWIGGINS, Fire Chief, presented the following presentation.
• Opioid Overdose Data
o 2022 Chandler Fire Department Opioid Data
All Overdose Incidents
• 767
Opioid Overdose Incidents
• 505
Opioid Overdose % of Total Overdoses
• 66%
o 2022 Opioid Overdose Demographics
o Type of Opioids used in Overdoses (AZDHS)
64% FENTANYL
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13% OXYCODONE
18% OTHER MEDICATIONS
3% HEROIN
o 2022 Emergency Medical Call Types
Approximately 22,000 EMS incidents
• Fall Injury – Includes all fall/slip incidents
o 17%
• ALOC-Includes stroke, diabetic emergencies, ETOH
o 10%
• Respiratory- Includes asthma, COPD, emphysema
o 9%
• Overdose-Includes opioid and non-opioid overdoses
o 4%
o 2022 NARCAN FIELD USE
Paramedic Administration
• 342
Bystander Administration
• 77
PD Administration
• 35
o Response Protocol
Initial Assessment
Assess Blood Glucose
Narcan Administration
Transport
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS asked if opioid overdose data is provided to Chandler Unified School
District (CUSD) and is there a plan for youth outreach or general public education.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said data is not shared with CUSD but is shared with the state of Arizona and
hospitals. From that data, hospitals determine partnerships and outreach.
COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS asked if Chandler is working with some of the local non-profits to be able
to carry or provide NARCAN if someone were to come onsite and collapse.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said the Fire Department does not provide NARCAN, but it is available over the
counter. Currently there are no funds to be able to provide NARCAN or the training to administer
but there may be grant funding available that has not been explored yet.
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COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS said it would be beneficial to reach out and partner with an organization
that may work with clients and funding. Councilmember Ellis asked if a person was at the point of
respiratory suppression, how would they be able to administer the NARCAN themselves.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said it would be very difficult to self-administer once a person realized it was
needed.
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART said it seems the law regulating prescription opioids has increased
fentanyl use.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said fentanyl is potent and easier to overdose.
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART said it is a crisis and thanked Chief Dwiggins and the Fire Department
for their hard work.
DAWN LANG, Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, presented the following
presentation.
• Opioid Settlement Agreement
o Use Requirements
70% of funding received must be used for future opioid remediation
A maximum of 15% can be spent on opioid crisis-related reimbursement and
administrative expenses
Non-opioid remediation expenses are capped at 15%
A report is required to be filed by July 31, annually
o Funding Received/Anticipated
Arizona anticipates $549M Local Governments receive 56% Chandler is
estimated to receive 2.86% (potentially $8.79M)
3 payments received during the 1st 2 years of agreement:
• $135,192- Oct. 2022, for 2021
• $153,758- Jan. 2023, for 2022
• $181,756
The lengths of future agreements vary from 7, 11, or 18 years. 17 years
remaining.
o Chandler’s Preliminary Needs Identified
Prevent Misuse of opioids
• Community outreach and costs associated with drug take-back and
disposal
• Police costs associated with education and programs to prevent drug
misuse
Prevent Overdose Deaths and Other Harms
• Purchase of Narcan and defibrillators
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• Public education costs associated with emergency response to
overdoses
• Crisis response team costs
First responders
• Lab testing of narcotics
• Officer and Firefighter training related to practices and precautions
• Officer training on use of Narcan by Fire personnel
o Next Steps
Assess community needs
Determine if we need to include other partners
Obtain final reporting and accounting rules
Future conversation with recommended strategy
o Questions?
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS thanked staff for their presentation and said it is important that council
is aware of the opioid crisis – the city is receiving some money to address this issue and asked for
help with preparing a strategy to address opioid abuse.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked how the messaging can be tailored to all drug abuse when the
funding is for opioid abuse, but the real issue is all drug overdose in general.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said a large percentage of overdoses are tied to opioids, but the other 34% are
also a concern. A current community risk reduction research plan is being put together to create
a broader campaign to engage different populations.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO said other resources need to be found to have a broader message and
said this is a time sensitive issue, people’s lives are at risk. Vice Mayor Orlando asked how the
timeline of this project can be advanced.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said a plan needs to be prepared.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked when that plan can be done.
CHIEF DWIGGINS said the community risk reduction plan is being put together but one tailored to
drug abuse is not. The data is available when working closely with the hospital. The City of
Chandler was not listed as a partnership with the hospital in a recent community health
assessment.
VICE MAYOR ORLANDO asked Mr. Wright if this can be prioritized by staff with a plan and a
timeline for this issue.
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MR. WRIGHT said that it is urgent, but guidelines just came through today for funding and it will
be a priority to come up with a strategy.
MAYOR HARTKE said it sounded like two conversations: money is available and how can it be used
for opioid related drug abuse and how can partnerships be leveraged and provide additional
messaging for all drug abuse. Some of these issues may be addressed sooner than others.
Informational
19.
Special Event Liquor Licenses and Temporary and Permanent Extensions of Liquor
License Premises Administratively Approved
Unscheduled Public Appearances
AL HUNTER, 4155 W. Shannon St Chandler, said intersection conditions in Chandler are
concerning. Mr. Hunter said his daughter had recently been in a car accident. The yielding left turn
lights mixed with phone use and pedestrian crossing creates too many judgement calls. Mr.
Hunter said crossing the street at intersections as a pedestrian is more dangerous than crossing
mid street and asked if something can be done with the timing of the lights and the system used
so drivers and pedestrians are protected. Mr. Hunter added that the Chandler Police are
professional and organized.
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART asked if Mr. Hunter’s daughter is ok.
MR. HUNTER said his daughter was alright.
MAYOR HARTKE asked staff to help Mr. Hunter with his concerns.
Current Events
Mayor's Announcements
MAYOR HARTKE shared that council had a Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategic Plan
discussion that was developed by the DEI team. The plan included five goals to communicate,
connect, develop, innovate, and assess in all areas DEI. Mayor Hartke thanked staff and Niki Tapia,
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, for the plan presented and shared Council’s full investment
in the work to be done.
MAYOR HARTKE announced Scheels VIP community kickoff was celebrated on March 31, 2023.
Scheels is going to be 254,000 square feet of shopping goodness at Chandler Fashion Center,
opening in the fall.
MAYOR HARTKE invited all to the 2nd Annual Field of Hope Candlelight Vigil happening in AJ
Chandler park at 6:00pm on April 16, 2023. Chandler’s Domestic Violence Abuse Commission and
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Chandler’s Exchange Club have partnered together to plan this event this year. There will be a field
of flags as a memorial for all the children who have died across the state of Arizona in the last year
due to abuse. The flags will remain standing until April 21, 2023.
Council's Announcements
COUNCILMEMBER ENCINAS highlighted a successful collaboration between the City of Chandler,
Chandler schools and the community to celebrate Cesar Chavez Day. An event was held on April
1, 2023 in Pueblo Viejo. There were over 50 volunteers including, NXP Semiconductors, Compass
Christian Church, and the National Junior Honor Society. Everyone pulled together to do clean up
in alleyways, front yards, and neighborhoods. Councilmember Encinas thanked Insight Enterprise
Team for providing pancakes, San Marcos Elementary School Staff for distributing books to
students and everyone who participated. Councilmember Encinas gave a special shout out to
Priscilla Quintana, Neighborhood Preservation Program Manager; Leah Powell, Neighborhood
Resources Director, and their teams.
COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS said the month of April is Earth Month and a Earth Day event will be held
on April 22, 2023 at Chandler’s Nature Center. Councilmember Ellis encouraged all to get out and
enjoy the beautiful weather.
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART said Arbor Day is on April 28, 2023 and encouraged all to get outside
and plant a tree.
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS shared about his recent participation with Micah Miranda, Economic
Development Director, and his team in facilitating a workshop on how to compete for government
contracts. Community and small business owners were all invited to the city of Chandler. A
representative for State procurement as well as Chandler’s team for business licensing and
registration. Councilmember Harris said it was an inspiring workshop.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON shared the activation of the ASU Chandler Innovation Center and how
inspiring it was to see all the energy from local small business owners.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON announced the Chandler Endeavor Embark Series. The City of
Chandler, Chamber of Commerce, and ASU is partnering together to work with small businesses.
The first event was held on April 5th, 2023 and there will be more two more events on May 3, 2023,
and June 7, 2023 at 4:00pm.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON congratulated City staff on their success in trying a new location for
the Family Easter Celebration event.
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COUNCILMEMBER POSTON thanked Sean Duggan, Police Chief for encouraging her to take a ride
along with local police officers. It was a learning experience and commended all the officers’
professionalism.
City Manager's Announcements
MR. WRIGHT congratulated Sandip Dholakia, Chief Information Officer, for being an Arizona
ORBIE Awards finalist which is like an Academy Award for information technology executives in
Arizona.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
ATTEST: _______________________
______________________________
City Clerk Mayor
Approval Date of Minutes: April 27th, 2023
Certification
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of Regular
Meeting of the City Council of Chandler, Arizona, held on the 13th day of April 2023. I further
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
DATED this _______ day of April, 2023.
__________________________
City Clerk