Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on June 13, 2024
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Meeting Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
June 13, 2024 | 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 6:01 p.m.
Roll Call
Council Attendance
Appointee Attendance
Mayor Kevin Hartke
Joshua Wright, City Manager
Vice Mayor OD Harris
Kelly Schwab, City Attorney
Councilmember Angel Encinas
Dana DeLong, City Clerk
Councilmember Christine Ellis
Councilmember Mark Stewart
Councilmember Matt Orlando
Councilmember Jane Poston
Invocation
The invocation was given by Pastor Robert Felix, Chandler Presbyterian Church.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Stewart.
Consent Agenda and Discussion
Airport
1.
Construction Agreement No. AI2206.401, with Rural Electric, Inc., for the Automated
Weather Observing System (AWOS) Replacement
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. AI2206.401 to Rural Electric, Inc., for
the Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) replacement, in an amount not to
exceed $225,800.
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City Clerk
2.
Approval of Minutes
Move City Council approve the Council meeting minutes of the Special Meeting - Budget
Briefing of April 26, 2024; the Special Meeting of May 20, 2024; the Study Session of May 20,
2024; the Work Session of May 23, 2024; the Regular Meeting of May 23, 2024; and the
Special Meeting of June 3, 2024.
City Manager
3.
Resolution No. 5813 Authorizing the Execution of a License Agreement with Salt River
Project (SRP), Granting the City Access to SRP Property on the Northwest Corner of Frye
Road and the Consolidated Canal for the Construction, Maintenance, and Operation of Frye
Road Collector Street Improvements
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5813 authorizing the execution of a
license agreement with Salt River Project (SRP), granting the city access to SRP property on
the northwest corner of Frye Road and the Consolidated Canal for the construction,
maintenance, and operation of Frye Road collector street improvements.
Community Services
4.
Professional Services Agreement No. PR2205.451, with Dibble CM, LLC, for the Brooks
Crossing Park Improvements Construction Management Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. PR2205.451 to Dibble CM,
LLC, for the Brooks Crossing Park Improvements Construction Management Services, in an
amount not to exceed $131,480.
5.
Resolution No. 5811 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Chandler Unified
School District No. 80
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5811 authorizing an Intergovernmental
Agreement (IGA) between Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) No. 80 and the City of
Chandler for the shared use of City and District property and the waiver of facility fees and
defined development-related fees.
6.
Job Order Project Agreement No. PR2205.401 with DNG Construction, LLC, Pursuant to Job
Order Master Agreement No. JOC2420, for the Brooks Crossing Park Improvements
Move City Council award Job Order Project Agreement No. PR2205.401 to DNG
Construction, LLC, Pursuant to Job Order Master Agreement No. JOC2420, for the Brooks
Crossing Park Improvements, in an amount not to exceed $1,987,588.
Development Services
7.
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5099, Rezoning PLH23-0056 Viviendo, Located at the
Southeast Corner of Ocotillo and McQueen Roads Click to View
Rezoning
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Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5099 approving PLH23-0056 Viviendo, Rezoning
from PAD for Neighborhood Commercial and congregate care to PAD for single-family
residential, subject to the conditions as recommended by Planning and Zoning
Commission.
8.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5101, Rezoning, PLH23-0070
Guerrero Residence, 943, 953 and 963 North Mill Avenue, Generally Located ½ Mile East of
the Southeast Corner of Kyrene and Ray Roads Click to View
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5101 approving PLH23-
0057 Guerrero Residence, Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area
Development (PAD) for Single-Family Residential with reduced setbacks, subject to the
conditions as recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER ENCINAS declared a conflict of interest on Item No. 8.
9.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5102, Rezoning, PLH23-0070
Chandler Palms Medical Offices, located at 500 N. Juniper Drive, Generally Located 1/2 Mile
North and West of Chandler Boulevard and McClintock Drive Click to View
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5102 approving PLH23-
0070 Chandler Palms Medical Offices, amending the existing PAD to allow medical office
uses, subject to the conditions as recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission.
10.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5103, Annexation, ANX23-0003,
Approving the Annexation of Approximately 13.57 Acres of Land South of the Southeast
Corner of Arizona Avenue and Germann Road Click to View
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5103 approving ANX23-
0003 Annexation of 13.57 acres located at the southeast corner of Arizona Ave and
Germann Road, as recommended by Planning staff.
11.
Preliminary Plat PLT23-0039 Chandler Innovation Center, Generally Located 1/4 Mile South
of the Southeast Corner of Arizona Avenue and Germann Road Click to View
Move City Council approve Preliminary Plat PLT23-0039 Chandler Innovation Center,
subject to conditions as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
12.
Use Permit and Entertainment Use Permit, PLH24-0004 The Forum, for a Time Extension
for a Series 6 Bar License and an Entertainment Use Permit for Live Music Inside and on an
Outdoor Patio at 2301 South Stearman Drive, Generally Located South of the Southwest
Corner of Gilbert and Germann Roads Click to View
Move City Council approve Use Permit and Entertainment Use Permit, PLH24-0004 The
Forum, subject to the conditions recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission.
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VICE MAYOR HARRIS declared a conflict of interest on Item No. 12.
Facilities and Fleet
13.
Agreement No. FS2-928-4310, Amendment No. 3, for Auto Body Repair Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. FS2-928-4310, Amendment No. 3, with Allard
Collision, LLC, for auto body repair services, for an amount not to exceed $250,000, for the
period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Information Technology
14.
Agreement No. 4506, Amendment No. 4, with WalkMe, Inc., for the Digital Adoption
Platform
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4506, Amendment No. 4, with WalkMe, Inc., for
the Digital Adoption Platform, in an amount not to exceed or total $161,700, for the period
of one year, beginning June 30, 2024, through June 29, 2025.
15.
Agreement No. 4730, for Permitting Software and Support Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4730, with Accela, Inc., for permitting software
and support services, for a period of five years, in an amount not to exceed $754,654 in the
first year.
16.
Purchase of Upgrade for Virtual Meeting Hardware and Software
Move City Council approve the purchase of Cisco Webex room kit upgrades, from Sentinel
Technologies, Inc., utilizing the 1GPA Agreement No. 22-02PV-18, in an amount not to
exceed $695,000.
17.
Purchase of Information Technology Research Subscription Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of information technology research subscription
services, from Gartner, Inc., utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No. CTR053240, in an
amount not to exceed $244,873, for the period of one year, beginning July 1, 2024, through
June 30, 2025.
18.
Purchase of Information Technology Temporary Staffing Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of information technology temporary staffing
services, from Computer Aid, Inc., utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 071321-CAI, in an
amount not to exceed $7,129,534, for a period of one year, beginning July 1, 2024, through
June 30, 2025.
19.
Purchase of Oracle Annual Support and Maintenance Click to View
Move City Council approve the purchase of Oracle annual support and maintenance, from
Mythics, Inc., utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract No. R190801, in the amount of $408,635,
for a period of one year, beginning August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025.
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Management Services
20.
Resolution No. 5799 Authorizing Submittal of an Indian Gaming Revenue Sharing Grant
Application from Dignity Health Foundation - East Valley to Ak-Chin Indian Community
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5799 authorizing the submittal of a
$206,648 pass-through Indian Gaming Revenue Sharing Grant Application from the Dignity
Health Foundation – East Valley to the Ak-Chin Indian Community for a Pilot Behavioral
Health Program.
21.
Agreement No. IT1-918-4343, Amendment No. 3, for Business License Portal Applications
and Managed Support Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. IT1-918-4343, Amendment No. 3, with Parsus
Solutions, LLC, for business license portal applications and managed support services, in an
amount not to exceed $300,000, for the period of one year, beginning June 15, 2024,
through June 14, 2025.
22.
New License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Wade Alan Stooks, Agent,
Gravity Solutions Chandler, LLC, DBA Slick City Action Park
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 282704, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for
Wade Alan Stooks, Agent, Gravity Solutions Chandler, LLC, DBA Slick City Action Park,
located at 845 N. 54th Street, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant
Liquor License No. 306816.
Neighborhood Resources
23.
Resolution No. 5810, Approving and Authorizing Agreements with Recovery Cafe Arizona
and EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center for the Provision of Opioid Treatment and
Prevention Services
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5810, approving and authorizing
agreements with Recovery Cafe Arizona and EMPACT-Suicide Prevent Center, for the
provision of Opioid treatment and prevention services, in the aggregate amount of
$100,000.
VICE MAYOR HARRIS declared a conflict of interest on Item No. 23.
24.
Resolution No. 5814, Approving Amendment No. 1 to Intergovernmental Agreement No.
CC-22-24-037-X-00 for Housing Stability Services
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5814 approving Amendment No. 1 to
Intergovernmental Agreement No. CC-22-24-037-X-00 between Maricopa County,
administered by its Human Services Department, and the City of Chandler to accept
Community Services Block Grant funds in the amount of $150,000 for Housing Stability
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Services; authorizing the City Manager to assign all related documents and assurances on
behalf of the City of Chandler; and authorizing the City Manager to take all action necessary
or prudent to implement the grant.
Police Department
25.
Purchase of Handheld Narcotics Analyzers
Move City Council approve the purchase of handheld narcotics analyzers, from Thermo
Scientific Portable Analytical Instruments, Inc., in the amount of $152,527.49.
Public Works and Utilities
26.
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5098 Granting a Non-Exclusive Underground High Voltage
Power Easement to Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and Power District to
Accommodate the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations on the Amazon Site at
3405 S. McQueen Road, Chandler, Arizona
Move City Council approve final adoption of Ordinance No. 5098 granting a Non-Exclusive
Underground High Voltage Power Easement to SRP, in consideration for the payment of
$18,500.00 to accommodate the installation of electric vehicle charging stations on the
Amazon site at 3405 S. McQueen Road, Chandler, Arizona.
27.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5100 Authorizing a Contract and
Grant of Easement with the United States of America for Irrigation Facilities Located at the
Northwest Corner of Dobson Road and Pecos Road
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5100 authorizing the City
of Chandler to enter into a Contract and Grant of Easement with the United States of
America for irrigation facilities located at the northwest corner of Dobson Road and Pecos
Road in consideration for payment of the market value of the property from CRP/Sparrow
Chandler Owner, LLC.
28.
Agreement No. PW0-745-4183, Amendment No. 9, with M.R. Tanner Development and
Construction, Inc., for Street Maintenance Repaving, Surface Seal, and Repair Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. PW0-745-4183, Amendment No. 9, with M.R.
Tanner Development and Construction, Inc., for street maintenance repaving, surface seal,
and repair services, increasing the spending limit by $400,000.
29.
Professional Services Agreement No. WA2103.452, Amendment No. 1, with Jacobs
Engineering Group, Inc., for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrades -
Programming
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WA2103.452, Amendment
No.1, to Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA
Upgrades - Programming, increasing the agreement amount by $1,398,805.
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30.
Professional Services Agreement No. WA2103.451, Amendment No. 4, with Jacobs
Engineering Group, Inc., for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrades
Construction Management Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WA2103.451, Amendment
No. 4, to Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant
SCADA Upgrades Construction Management Services, increasing the agreement amount by
$1,286,450.
31.
Construction Manager at Risk Construction Services Agreement No. WA2103.402, with
Archer Western Construction, for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA
Upgrades GMP-2
Move City Council award CMAR Construction Services Agreement No. WA2103.402, to
Archer Western Construction, for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA
Upgrades GMP-2, in an amount not to exceed $8,360,342.
32.
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Construction Services Agreement No. WW2210.401,
Change Order No. 1, with B&F Contracting, Inc., for the Price Road Frontage Road Sewer
Rehabilitation
Move City Council award CMAR Construction Services Agreement No. WW2210.401, Change
Order No. 1, to B&F Contracting, Inc., for the Price Road Frontage Road Sewer
Rehabilitation, in an amount not to exceed $1,064,143.72.
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote
Councilmember Stewart moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the June 13, 2024, Regular City
Council Meeting; Seconded by Councilmember Ellis.
Motion carried unanimously (7-0), with the exception of Item No. 8, which passed 6-0 with
Councilmember Encinas declaring a conflict of interest, and Item Nos. 12 & 23, which passed 6-0
with Vice Mayor Harris declaring a conflict of Interest.
Public Hearing
33.
Public Hearing on Adoption of the FY 2024-25 Annual Budget, 2025-2034 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP), and Setting the FY 2024-25 Property Tax Levies
MATT DUNBAR, Budget & Policy Director, presented the following presentation.
• FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget
• 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program CIP
• 2024-25 Property Tax Levy
• FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget “Making it Happen”
• Total Budget $1,629,072,684 Total General Fund: $577,776,840
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• Proposed Budget
o Adheres to financial policies and is structurally balanced
Ongoing for ongoing and one-time for one-time
o Uses Strategic Framework to guide decisions
o Provides for cost-effective, quality services
o Maintains long-term financial sustainability
o Resident engagement through input opportunities
Kickoff, Resident Budget Survey & Three Workshops
All-day Budget Briefing
Tentative and Final Adoption in May/June
• FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Drivers (all funds)
• Revenues
o Revenues reflect actual economic environment with additional analysis on sustainable
level
o Increases coming from continued development & decreases from Residential Rental
revenue
o State Shared revenues updated with latest projections using State and League forecasts
• Expenditures
o Funding to convert one-time funded positions to ongoing, maintain service delivery after
adjusting for inflation, and ensure enhancements are in strategic focus areas
o Personnel costs increasing to invest in city workforce and retain employees; market,
merit, and healthcare. Reflects ongoing savings from PSPRS employer contribution
o Capital projects increased to address aging infrastructure, inflation, and new
infrastructure
• Grants
o Continued focus on finding Grant opportunities and having “shovel ready” projects that
may qualify
• Debts & Actions Reducing Cost
o Maintain AAA bond rating to minimize cost of borrowing for capital projects
o Maintain funded status of Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) to ensure
unfunded liability does not grow
o Solar energy investment for utility cost savings
o Turf to Xeriscape capital project for utility cost savings
• Operating Budget Highlights
o Reduce city primary property tax rate, no change to Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) rates
o No planned Water, Wastewater, or Solid Waste rate changes in the new Fiscal Year
o Budget maintains existing service levels and enhances programs tied to Strategic
Framework
o Adds funding for new labor association commitments and general employee
merit/market
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o Continues debt elimination: $7M in one-time funding for pay-off maintenance of Public
Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRs) liability
o Maintains strong reserves including 15% General Fund contingency and $10M budget
stabilization reserve
• 2025-2034 CIP Highlights
o 2025-2034 CIP total is $2,488,884,031($525M more than the 2024-2033 CIP)
o Updated to reflect additional utility projects and project costs to current values
o Increased focus on aging infrastructure
o Voter Bond authorization to support capital plan is shortened by inflation
o $2.49B - Total 10-Year CIP
o $876.5M - Total FY 2024 – 25 CIP
• Public Hearing FY 2024-25 Property Tax Levy
• Breakdown of $1 of Typical Chandler Property Tax Bill
o Public Schools and Community College Districts 70cents
o Maricopa County & Special Districts 19 cents
o City of Chandler 11 Cents
o *Based on 2023 Tax Bill information. Exact split will vary depending on the school district
and any other special taxing districts on the bill.
• FY 2024-25 Property Tax Levy
o FY 2023-24 LPV $3.900B 203-24 Levy $42,612,435
o FY2024-25 LPV $4.108B 2024-25 Levy $44,473,791
o +5.3% increase 0.9% New Property 4.4% Appreciation Levy Increase $1,861,356
o Tax rate reduction from $1.0926 to $1.0826 reduces impact of limited Property Value
(LPV) increase
o Reduces property tax rate for the 9th consecutive year
• Impact of City Tax Rate Reduction on Median Value Homeowner
• Key Budget Dates
• Questions
VICE MAYOR HARRIS confirmed that a yes vote would lower the property tax rates in the City of
Chandler.
MR. DUNBAR said tonight's vote sets anticipated tax revenues in the budget; the actual rate setting
will happen at the end of June. Thursday will be the final day of adopting the tax levy lowering
taxes for the people of Chandler.
VICE MAYOR HARRIS asked about the appreciation of values for the properties in Chandler.
MR. DUNBAR explained that Maricopa County evaluates property values across the county. They
assess the new properties added to the tax rolls each year and the actual value of existing
properties in Chandler. After the assessment, they send out property valuations and the
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associated tax levy. A state statute limits property value increases to 5% per year, and this year
the average increase was 4.4%.
VICE MAYOR HARRIS asked how long they have been lowering the property taxes.
MR. DUNBAR said this will be the ninth consecutive year of property tax reductions.
VICE MAYOR HARRIS asked if there was an increase in any other taxes in the City of Chandler.
MR. DUNBAR said there have been no other tax increases for the residents.
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART thanked the staff for the process.
VICE MAYOR HARRIS asked about the third-party budget audit and compliance with state statutes
regarding the third-party review.
MR. DUNBAR clarified that a third-party financial audit is conducted with the annual consolidated
financial report, not the actual budget documents. The audit team comes in after the fact and
reviews all expenditures to make sure Chandler is following all the requirements.
Informational
34.
Special Event Liquor Licenses and Temporary and Permanent Extensions of Liquor License
Premises Administratively Approved
35.
May 1, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Unscheduled Public Appearances
MAYOR HARTKE discussed unscheduled public appearances and confirmed with the City Attorney
that he has the authority to change meetings and work sessions. He also mentioned adding a
public comment portion to future work sessions and council subcommittees and acknowledged
receiving a comment card from Linda Sawyer, which will be added to the meeting record.
LES MINKUS of Chandler, AZ, provided comments advocating for the right of Chandler residents
to speak at all City public meetings, including study sessions, work sessions, and committee
meetings. He submitted a formal request three months ago, supported by 100 signatures from
Chandler residents. The request has not been put on the agenda or brought to a vote by the Mayor
and Council, despite apparent agreement from the majority of Council members. Mr. Minkus
emphasized the need for transparency before the upcoming election and urged the Mayor and
Council to vote on the matter at the next Council meeting. He believes voters have the right to
know where each Council member stands on this issue.
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SAMANTHA HAYES, of Gilbert, AZ, shared concerns about the behavior of Officer Tyler Service
from the Chandler Police Department on school campuses within the Chandler Unified School
District. She has addressed several incidents involving Officer Service and a black family at Bogel
Junior High School. Ms. Hayes highlighted that Officer Tyler Service’s actions have been
unprofessional, retaliatory, and biased, specifically targeting the mother and her children. She
emphasized that such behavior fosters an environment of fear and distrust and underlined the
Council's need for immediate and decisive action. Samantha urged a thorough investigation of
Officer Service's conduct, implementation of comprehensive bias training for all school resource
officers, and exploration of alternative models of school safety that do not heavily rely on police
presence. She emphasized that creating a nurturing and unbiased environment is crucial for all
students' well-being and educational success.
BRIDGET VEGA, of Gilbert, AZ, expressed gratitude to the Mayor and Council for their proactive
efforts in creating a safer community for the youth following the assault and murder of Preston
Lord seven months ago. She called for transparency, mandated training for School Resource
Officers (SROs), and improved communication between parents, schools, and SROs in the
Chandler Unified School District. Ms. Vega asked for accountability and safety; she highlighted
instances of physical assaults, sexual assaults, bullying, and drug-related incidents on school
campuses. Ms. Vega asked the Council to prioritize the well-being of the youth and to seek justice
for victims of violence.
SEDINA, shared concerns about biased policing and unfair treatment by the Chandler Police
Department, particularly mentioning Officer Tyler Service at Bogle Junior High School. Sedina
mentioned an incident involving her child being assaulted on school premises, which led to the
child facing unjust disciplinary actions and being offered a misdemeanor charge, despite being
the victim. Sedina emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the matter and
expressed the desire for equitable and fair treatment from law enforcement and school
authorities.
Current Events
This item was not discussed at this meeting.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
ATTEST: _______________________
______________________________
City Clerk Mayor
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Approval Date of Minutes: June 27, 2024
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 June 2024. I further
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
DATED this _______ day of June, 2024.
__________________________
City Clerk
June 13, 2024 City Council Meeting
Unscheduled Public Appearances
Received from Les Minkus