Minutes of the Special Meeting-Budget Adoption held on June 13, 2024

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Meeting Minutes 
City Council Special 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 6:32 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 
 
Action Agenda and Discussion 
1.  
Resolution No. 5801 Adopting the Annual Budget in the Amount of $1,629,072,684; Setting 
 
Forth the Receipts and Expenditures; and the Amounts Proposed to be Raised by Direct 
 
Property Taxation for the Various Purposes for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25, and Adopting the 
 
2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) in the Amount of $2,488,884,031  
 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5801, adopting the Annual Budget in the 
amount of $1,629,072,684; setting forth the receipts and expenditures; and the amounts 
proposed to be raised by direct property taxation for the various purposes for FY 2024-25, 
and adopting the 2025-2034 CIP in the amount of $2,488,884,031, as presented or 
amended after the close of the public hearing.

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Action Agenda Motion and Vote 
Councilmember Stewart moved to approve the Action Agenda Item No. 1 of the June 13, 2024, Special 
Meeting; Seconded by Councilmember Ellis.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (7-0). 
 
Current Events 
1. Mayor’s Announcements 
MAYOR HARTKE announced that public comments will now be included in Council work sessions 
and subcommittee meetings. The public comments will be limited to items on the published 
meeting agenda, and each speaker will be allowed up to three minutes to speak. The Council will 
set aside 15 minutes for public comment, adjusting if necessary. Additionally, comments for non-
agenda items will continue to be heard during regular meetings. The Council can review, add to, 
or detract from these measures in the future, but going forward, public comment will be a regular 
part of all work sessions. 
 
MAYOR HARTKE announced the ReDiscover South Chandler campaign. The campaign aims to 
showcase the diverse and vibrant local businesses in South Chandler and encourage people to 
explore the area's unique restaurants, shopping experiences, and local spots. For behind-the-
scenes peeks and insider recommendations, visit our @VisitChandler Instagram account.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE announced the Summer Reading Program and encouraged everyone to sign up 
for the reading challenge, which is available on Chandlerlibrary.org. The theme is "Adventure 
Begins at Your Library" and features fun events and great prizes for all ages. Registration is open 
from June 1 to August 1, so do not miss the opportunity to start earning points.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE wished everyone a happy Father’s Day.  
 
2. Council’s Announcements 
COUNCILMEMBER ENCINAS announced on June 7 that the first Pride Flag was raised in Chandler 
at Dr. AJ Chandler Park, emphasizing the city's ongoing efforts to be a welcoming community to 
everyone. He thanked the community, the Office of Governor Hobbs, the Office of Secretary of 
State Adrian Fontes, and other elected officials for their support. He thanked the Mayor and 
Council members for their contributions to this important initiative and acknowledged the role 
of prior Council members in passing the Non-Discrimination Ordinance (NDO).  
 
COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS announced the Chandler Juneteenth Celebration, the South Chandler 
Self-Help Foundation and the City of Chandler will host the annual Miss Juneteenth Arizona 
Scholarship program through workshops and community Services. A contestant furthers their 
knowledge of Juneteenth, their cultural heritage, and current issues. The pageant starts at 7 pm 
at the Chandler Center for the Arts.

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COUNCILMEMBER ELLIS announced the Women of Chandler City Council series to highlight the 
women who have served in the city. Videos will be posted on the City Council's Facebook page 
on June 14 and June 21. The first video was posted on June 7. Join us to learn about their 
challenges, motivations for serving, and unique legacies.  
 
VICE MAYOR HARRIS commented that the Juneteenth Pageant is a good time for people to 
engage in the community and these young women are our community's future. 
 
VICE MAYOR HARRIS announced Chandler Music in the Park on Saturday, June 15, 7 – 9:30 p.m. 
at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park—West 3 S. Arizona Ave. Vice Mayor Harris invites everyone to attend 
and hopes to see everyone there.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER STEWART was invited to Princeton University to speak about innovative 
initiatives in Chandler, highlighting that the city is a leader in implementing cutting-edge 
technology such as autonomous vehicles. He highlighted the city's reputation for innovation and 
expressed his pride in the community and its achievements.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO shared his pride in Chandler's governance and forward-thinking 
approach at the National League of Cities summer board directors meeting. He emphasized the 
importance of governing for the next generation and expressed gratitude to the residents for 
their support. He also highlighted Chandler's advancements, such as the upcoming solar 
initiatives, and extended happy Father's Day wishes.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON announced the Summer Reading program, accepting Mayor Hartke's 
challenge, and encouraged everybody in Chandler to get kids reading.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON shared a warm Father's Day message wishing everyone a happy 
Father’s Day.  
 
3. City Manager’s Announcements   
None. 
 
Adjourn 
The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 pm. 
 
 
 
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 the Special 
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