Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on February 6, 2025

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Meeting Minutes 
City Council Regular Meeting 
 
February 6, 2025 | 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  
 
 
 
 
Joshua Wright, City Manager 
Vice Mayor Christine Ellis  
 
 
 
Kelly Schwab, City Attorney  
Councilmember Angel Encinas   
 
 
Dana DeLong, City Clerk 
Councilmember Jane Poston 
 
 
 
  
Councilmember Matt Orlando   
 
 
Councilmember OD Harris 
 
 
 
 
Councilmember Jennifer Hawkins 
 
 
Invocation 
The invocation was given by Pastor Rev Fr Teilo M Lwande AJ, St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic 
Church.  
 
Pledge of Allegiance 
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Hawkins.  
 
Consent Agenda and Discussion 
City Clerk 
1.  
Approval of Minutes 
Move City Council approve the Council meeting minutes of the Work Session of January 23, 
2025, and the Regular Meeting of January 23, 2025.

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2.  
Boards and Commissions Member Appointments 
   
Move City Council approve the Board and Commission appointments as recommended. 
   
MAYOR HARTKE recognized the appointees participating in the Resident Advisory Committee for 
the 2026 General Plan Update.  
 
Cultural Development 
3.  
Job Order Project Agreement No. GG2402.401 with SDB, Inc., Pursuant to Job Order Master 
Agreement No. JOC2402.401, for the Overstreet Parking Structure Fence 
Move City Council award Job Order Project Agreement No. GG2402.401 to SDB, Inc., 
Pursuant to Job Order Master Agreement No. JOC2402.401, for the Overstreet Parking 
Structure Fence, in an amount not to exceed $166,555.29. 
  
Development Services  
4.  
Ordinance No. 5116, Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Rezoning and Preliminary 
Development Plan, PLH24-0024 Costco Business Center, Located at the Southwest Corner 
of Alma School Road and Pecos Road 
   
Rezoning 
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5116 approving PLH24-
0024 Costco Business Center, Rezoning from Planned Area Development (PAD) for an office 
park with ancillary retail and restaurant uses to PAD for wholesaling, a fuel service station, 
and commercial uses permitted under the Community Commercial District (C-2), subject to 
the conditions as recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission. 
 
Preliminary Development Plan 
Move City Council approve Preliminary Development Plan PLH24-0024 Costco Business 
Center for site layout and conceptual building architecture, subject to the conditions as 
recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission. 
  
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO thanked Councilmember Poston for collaborating with Costco to 
secure additional electric vehicle chargers. He believes this is a positive step that will benefit the 
community, residents, and employees.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON appreciated the applicant's prompt action and willingness to proceed, 
believing it would significantly enhance business development.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS thanked Council for introducing Chandler to an excellent project.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE mentioned receiving positive feedback from several Chandler business owners 
who are thrilled that they no longer need to travel to Phoenix for a Costco Business Center, which 
will now be accessible in the East Valley.  
 
VICE MAYOR ELLIS expressed gratitude to staff for their diligent work.

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5.  
Resolution No. 5872, General Plan Update 2026 Public Participation Plan, Adopting Written 
Procedures for Public Participation in the Update of the Chandler General Plan 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5872 General Plan Update 2026 Public 
Participation Plan, establishing written procedures to provide effective, early, and 
continuous public participation in the General Plan update process.  
  
6.  
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5118, establishing a General Plan Resident Advisory 
Committee 
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5118, establishing a Resident Advisory Committee 
to guide staff and consultants in the Chandler General Plan Update. 
 
7.  
Construction Agreement No. DS2202.401 with Sunland Asphalt & Construction, LLC, for the 
Traffic Signal at Layton Lakes Boulevard and Queen Creek Road 
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. DS2202.401 to Sunland Asphalt & 
Construction, LLC, for the Traffic Signal at Layton Lakes Boulevard and Queen Creek Road, 
in an amount not to exceed $1,024,917. 
  
8.  
Use Permit, PLH24-0037 ZJMKR, LLC, 542 W Chandler Boulevard, Generally Located 1/2 Mile 
West of the Northwest Corner of Arizona Avenue and Chandler Boulevard 
Move City Council approve Use Permit, PLH24-0037 ZJMKR, LLC, for the continued use of a 
residential home zoned Single-Family District (SF-8.5) as a general office subject to the 
conditions as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 
 
Fire Department 
9.  
Agreement No. FD2-340-4440, Amendment No. 2, with LN Curtis, Swift Group, Velocity Fire, 
and United Fire, for Fire Turnouts and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. FD2-340-4440, Amendment No. 2, with LN Curtis, 
Swift Group, Velocity Fire, and United Fire, for fire turnouts and PPE, in a combined amount 
not to exceed $300,000, for a one-year term, February 1, 2025, through January 31, 2026. 
 
Information Technology 
10.  
Purchase of Microsoft Unified Enterprise Support  
Move City Council approve the purchase of Microsoft unified enterprise support, from SHI 
International Corp., utilizing the NASPO Contract No. AR2488, in an amount not to exceed 
$136,975. 
 
Management Services 
11.  
New License Series 6, Bar Liquor License Application for Andrea Dahlman Lewkowitz, Agent, 
Round One Entertainment, Inc., DBA Round1 Bowling & Arcade 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 321459, a Series 6, Bar Liquor License, for Andrea 
Dahlman Lewkowitz, Agent, Round One Entertainment, Inc., DBA Round1 Bowling & Arcade,

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located at 3177 W. Chandler Boulevard, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 6, Bar 
Liquor License No. 308782. 
 
12.  
New License Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor License Application for Gian J Rondon, 
Agent, Coby's, LLC, DBA Coby's 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 319258, a Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor 
License, for Gian J. Rondon, Agent, Coby's, LLC, DBA Coby's, located at 570 E. Galveston 
Street, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor License 
No. 202048. 
 
Neighborhood Resources  
13.  
Resolution No. 5870, rescinding Resolution No. 5361 which authorized extended use of 
temporary signage to promote Chandler businesses, and authorizing the Zoning 
Administrator to waive provisions of Chapter 39-10 of the Chandler City Code as reasonably 
necessary to promote Chandler businesses during the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic 
Move City Council Pass and Adopt Resolution No. 5870, rescinding Resolution No. 5361 
which authorized extended use of temporary signage to promote Chandler businesses, and 
authorizing the Zoning Administrator to waive provisions of Chapter 39-10 of the Chandler 
City Code as reasonably necessary to promote Chandler businesses during the COVID-19 
Coronavirus Pandemic. 
 
Police Department 
14.  
Purchase of Mobile Communication Services 
Move City Council approve the purchase of mobile communication services, from AT&T 
FirstNet, utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No. CTR052804, in an amount not to exceed 
$170,000. 
  
15.  
Agreement No. PD3-200-4510, Amendment No. 4, with FX Tactical, LLC, and Skaggs 
Companies, Inc., for Police Uniforms 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. PD3-200-4510, Amendment No. 4, with FX 
Tactical, LLC, and Skaggs Companies, Inc., for police uniforms, in the amount of $600,000. 
 
Public Works and Utilities  
16.  
Resolution No. 5851 Authorizing the Acquisition of Real Property in Fee or by Easement 
Required for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection Improvement, Project No. ST2103 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5851, authorizing the acquisition of real 
property in fee or by easement as needed for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Improvement, 
Project No. ST2103; authorizing the city's real estate administrator to sign, on behalf of the 
city, the purchase agreements and any other documents necessary to facilitate the 
acquisitions; authorizing eminent domain proceedings as needed to acquire the real 
property and obtain immediate possession thereof; and, authorizing relocation assistance 
as may be required by law.

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17.  
Professional Services Agreement No. ST2103.501, SRP Engineering Services Agreement No. 
2200531, with Salt River Project (SRP), for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection 
Improvements Design Services 
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. ST2103.501, SRP Engineering 
Services Agreement No. 2200531, to SRP, for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection 
Improvements Design Services, in an amount not to exceed $113,080. 
  
18.  
Resolution No. 5862, Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Chandler and 
Roosevelt Water Conservation District, for Design and Construction to Relocate Irrigation 
System Facilities Impacted by Cooper Road/Insight Way Loop Extension Improvements 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5862, approving an Intergovernmental 
Agreement between the City of Chandler and Roosevelt Water Conservation District, for 
design and construction to relocate irrigation system facilities impacted by Cooper 
Road/Insight Way Loop Extension Improvements, in an amount not to exceed $58,223. 
  
19.  
Professional Services Agreement No. WW2110.101, Amendment No. 5, with Construction 
Product Marketing, LLC, dba CPM Pipelines, for the Air Release Valve (ARV) Study and 
Rehabilitation Consultant Services 
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WW2110.101, Amendment 
No. 5, to Construction Product Marketing, LLC, dba CPM Pipelines, for the ARV Study and 
Rehabilitation Consultant Services, in an amount of $181,007.79. 
 
20.  
Professional Services Agreement No. WA2409.201, with GHD, Inc., for the Olsen Addition 
Main Replacement Design Services 
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WA2409.201, to GHD, Inc., 
for the Olsen Addition Main Replacement Design Services, in an amount not to exceed 
$390,999. 
 
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote  
Councilmember Poston moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the February 6, 2025 Regular 
City Council Meeting, with an additional stipulation to Item No. 4 which adds six electric vehicle 
charging stations; Seconded by Councilmember Encinas.  
 
Consent Agenda approved unanimously, 7-0, with the additional stipulation to add a minimum of 
six electric vehicle charging stations on Item No. 4.   
 
Motion carried unanimously (7-0). 
  
Informational 
21.  
November 20, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

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22.  
Special Event Liquor Licenses and Temporary and Permanent Extensions of Liquor License 
Premises Administratively Approved 
 
Unscheduled Public Appearances 
None. 
 
Current Events 
Mayor's Announcements 
MAYOR HARTKE announced the Chandler International Film Festival attracted filmmakers and 
cinema enthusiasts from around the globe to downtown Chandler. The event showcased over 150 
films from 35 countries, including last year's State of the City presentation, and even set a 
Guinness World Record for the largest display of movie posters. Thank you to the CIFF team and 
host LOOK Cinema for making this event possible. 
 
MAYOR HARTKE invited the community to the State of the City on Thursday, February 13. Join 
Councilmembers at the Chandler Center for the Arts to celebrate the community's past 
accomplishments and discuss plans for 2025. The event starts at 5:30 PM with a reception. Join us 
for 
videos 
and 
comments 
at 
6:30 
PM. 
For 
more 
info 
and 
to 
RSVP, 
visit 
Chandleraz.gov/stateofthecity.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE wishes everyone a Happy Valentine's Day and a joyful Statehood Day filled with 
love, celebrating family, friends, and this amazing community in the incredible state we cherish 
home.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE recognized the Teen Advisory Group attending the Council meeting. This 
impressive group has contributed over a thousand service hours through projects like the Unity 
Collage, Lunar New Year Festival, and Christmas Chronicles. They also participate in blood drives, 
charity events, and cultural programming, significantly enhancing the library and Chandler.  
 
Council's Announcements 
COUNCILMEMBER ENCINAS thanked Chandler police officers for their coordination during a 
peaceful protest demonstration earlier this week. Officers ensured the safety of residents. 
Councilmember Encinas expressed gratitude for their efforts in working with the event organizers.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON addressed recent federal changes, assuring residents that Council 
monitors their impacts. Mayor and Council will prioritize decisions that ensure residents feel safe 
and welcome. Staff will create a webpage to outline the potential effects of these orders, which 
will be regularly updated. City staff is doing a great job keeping Council informed amid rapid 
developments.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON shared that Chandler students are valued, loved, and important.

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COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS announced National Black History Month, expressing enthusiasm for 
the celebration planned for the entire month. Various events highlighting Black history are 
scheduled, and Councilmember Harris encouraged everyone to stay tuned for updates on the 
agenda and calendar.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS shared his experience inspiring young minds at the National Junior 
Honor Society meeting at Arizona College Prep Middle School, exploring leadership and success, 
discussing how students can embody values like scholarship, service, and citizenship. These bright 
students represent our future leaders in the picture.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS announced that Round One at Chandler Mall will officially open this 
Saturday, February 8, at the Chandler Fashion Square Mall. The venue will feature arcade games, 
bowling, state-of-the-art lanes, karaoke, and more.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS made remarks on the importance of peaceful protests and safety.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HAWKINS announced the upcoming Local Author Fair at the Downtown Library 
on March 1 and 2. Whether an avid reader, an aspiring writer, or simply seeking a fun and engaging 
event, there is something for everyone. Chandler is home to many gifted writers, and the fair 
provides a chance to uplift their voices and enjoy storytelling.  
 
City Manager's Announcements 
None.  
 
Adjourn 
The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m. 
 
 
ATTEST:  _______________________  
______________________________ 
                       City Clerk                                                   Mayor 
 
 
Approval Date of Minutes:  February 20, 2025

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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 6th day of February 2025.  I further 
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. 
 
DATED this _______ day of February, 2025. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
__________________________ 
                                                         
           City Clerk