Minutes of the June 9, 2025 Study Session
Extracted text (via pymupdf)
27255 characters
Meeting Minutes
City Council Study Session
June 9, 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
Scheduled Public Appearances
MAYOR HARTKE invited Councilmember Harris to join him for the recognitions.
1. Service Recognitions
Stephanie Romero – 10 years, Communications and Public Affairs
James Krikawa – 10 years, Public Works
Cynthia Blake – 20 years, Police
Bill Lorentz – 25 years, Cultural Development
Michelle Welch – 25 years, Community Services
2. Brook Beall - Crime Spree on Consolidated Canal in Chandler
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. Teakwood Pl., presented the following presentation.
• Crime Spree on Consolidated Canal in Chandler, AZ
• Email from SRP forwarded to Mayor Hartke and Chandler City Council on 2024-09-24
• A.R.S. § 28.819
Page 2 of 13
• Chandler Municipal Ordinance 31-6-c
• Signs posted on Consolidated Canal by City of Chandler and SRP
• Electronic Signs posted on Consolidated Canal by Chandler Police Department 2025-04-04
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO requested staff look into this and return with a solution to Council.
JOSHUA WRIGHT, City Manager, said yes, and mentioned Chandler has conducted some targeted
patrols on the Consolidated Canal and added signage. Other ideas can be explored, such as a bike
lane or other physical improvements, which will return to the Council for consideration.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS requested to share more information with the public on what Chandler has
done to address the Consolidated Canal.
MR. WRIGHT shared that starting in the fall of 2024, a police team set up a pop-up tent along the
canal to educate riders about motorized vehicles and e-bikes along the canal. The city has also
set up traffic trailers during the spring with educational messages. The city has worked to improve
its communication with SRP and develop a cohesive messaging strategy regarding the prohibition
of certain types of vehicles on the canal. The Police Department conducted eight traffic stops of
vehicles operating illegally on the canal. There have been approximately 126 calls for service for
the canal area. Chandler is working on enforcement and education.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS added that 124 of the 126 calls came from Mr. Beall. The city is taking action to
address this concern and has asked what else can be done.
COUNCLMEMBER ORLANDO said the concern is for the safety of users of the Consolidated Canal.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS asked for the opinion of the Police Chief as to the safety of this area for
pedestrians.
BRYAN CHAPMAN, Police Chief, stated that from the perspective of safety, there have been no
injuries or accidents resulting from any activity on the canal. The Police Department has had an
increased presence on the canal. The Police Department typically focuses its patrols on city streets
to monitor speeding, aggressive driving, and impaired driving for strategic enforcement. Utilizing
education as a tool to mitigate issues along the canal enables the Police Department to allocate
resources effectively. The Police Department is committed to proactively addressing issues in the
canal through increased patrols, but it must be considered as part of a balance with other parts
of the city.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS suggested a citizen watch group that can help keep that area safer and
requested to hear more in the future.
Consent Agenda and Discussion
Page 3 of 13
Discussion was held on items 4, 8, 10, and 20.
Airport
1.
Construction Agreement No. AI2302.401 with Combs Construction Company, Inc., for
Taxiway B Improvements Phase 1
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. AI2302.401 to Combs Construction
Company, Inc., for Taxiway B Improvements Phase 1, for an amount not to exceed
$1,236,949.70.
City Clerk
2.
Approval of Minutes
Move City Council approve the Council meeting minutes of the Special Meeting of April 29,
2025, the Special Meeting of May 12, 2025, the 4:00 PM Special Meeting of May 19, 2025,
the 4:30 PM Special Meeting of May 19, 2025, and the Study Session of May 19, 2025.
3.
Boards and Commissions Member Appointments
Move City Council approve the Board and Commission appointments as recommended.
City Manager
4.
Resolution No. 5917, Master Energy Services Agreement between Ameresco, Inc., and the
City of Chandler for New Solar Installations
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5917, authorizing the Master Energy
Services Agreement between Ameresco, Inc., and the City of Chandler, for New Solar
Installations at City Facilities, in an amount not to exceed $34,028,753; authorizing the City
Manager or designee to execute work orders for each solar site; and approving a
contingency transfer from General Fund, Non-Departmental, Contingency Account, to the
General Capital Projects Fund, Sustainability Programs Project, in the amount of
$18,953,753.
STEVEN TURNER, Sustainability & Performance Officer, presented the following presentation.
• Solar Master Energy Services Agreement
• Background
o Feasibility study completed in early 2024
o 23 of the 25 sites studied were found as feasible options
o Proposed system size is roughly 9 megawatts
o 50+% proposed energy offset
o Total project cost is $34,028,753
o $8.3 million savings from the Inflation Reduction Act
o 20 year project agreement
▪ $42,187,064 savings over 20 years
▪ $53,597,653 savings over 25 years
o General Fund will receive 30% of the savings and Utility funds will receive 70%
Page 4 of 13
▪ 10% Water
▪ 60% Wastewater
• Sites Suitable for Solar
o Airport Water Reclamation Facility (AWRF)
o Ocotillo Water Reclamation Facility (OWRF)
o Pecos Surface Water Treatment Facility
o City Hall
o Fire Administration Building
o Information Technology Building
o Chandler Nature Center
o Chandler Heights Substation
o Public Safety Training Facility
o Parks & Facilities Service Center
o McQueen Yard
o Transportation & Development Building
o Sunset Library
o Fire Stations 1-3 and 5-11
• Next Steps
o Complete work orders for the individual sites
o Guaranteed Savings
▪ All savings in the final work orders will be guaranteed
o Installation will take roughly one year
o Smaller sites may come online sooner
• Questions?
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked what the estimated annual savings will be.
MR. TURNER answered the estimated annual savings will be a little over $2 million. This will begin
after the service begins, as the city will own the sites and be the beneficiary.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked if potentially 70% savings will be put back into wastewater.
MR. TURNER said approximately 60% will return to wastewater and 10% to water.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO commented that this may potentially reduce rates because the
variable cost will be captured by solar.
MR. TURNER agreed and noted Chandler is working in-house to absorb all costs before asking
residents for a rate increase.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO noted that Chandler was one of the first cities to adapt to a solar
grid and thanked staff.
Page 5 of 13
MR. TURNER added that the array is one of the largest city-owned solar arrays in the state.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO commented that the investment of onetime funds into this project
allows savings on ongoing expenses.
MAYOR HARTKE thanked staff and said the investment of onetime funds into ongoing savings is a
priority of Council.
5.
Resolution No. 5909 Authorizing Submittal of an Indian Gaming Revenue Sharing Grant
Application from St. Joseph The Worker to Ak-Chin Indian Community
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5909 authorizing the submittal of a
$25,000 pass-through Indian Gaming Revenue Sharing Grant Application from St. Joseph
The Worker for its Workforce Development Program.
6.
Resolution No. 5908 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. 5908 authorizing the submittal of a
$146,879 pass-through Indian Gaming Revenue Sharing Grant Application from the Dignity
Health Foundation – East Valley to the Ak-Chin Indian Community to purchase four Point of
Care Ultrasound Units.
7.
Resolution No. 5904, Authorizing a Grant Application for, and Acceptance of Grant Funds
from, the Arterial Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program for Improvements to
Chandler Boulevard from Dobson Road to Price Road
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5904, authorizing a grant application for,
and acceptance of grant funds from, the Arterial Rehabilitation and Reconstruction
Program to fund the repaving of and other improvements to Chandler Boulevard from
Dobson Road to Price Road.
Cultural Development
8.
Job Order Project Agreement No. CA2206.402 with Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC,
Pursuant to Job Order Master Agreement No. JOC2404.401, for Downtown Alley
Improvements from California Street to San Marcos Alleyway
Move City Council award Job Order Project Agreement No. CA2206.402 to Achen-Gardner
Construction, LLC, Pursuant to Job Order Master Agreement No. JOC2404.401, for
Downtown Alley Improvements from California Street to San Marcos Alleyway, in an
amount not to exceed $373,634.88.
KIM MOYERS, Cultural Development Director, presented the following presentation.
• Cultural Development
• Downtown Alley Improvements
Page 6 of 13
o Improved vehicular and pedestrian access to include:
▪ Safety and pedestrian circulation
▪ Surface Improvements
▪ Stamped asphalt
▪ Valley gutters
▪ Signage
▪ Lighting Upgrades
• Downtown Alley Improvements
o Outreach and input with the Downtown community
o Summer construction to reduce impact to businesses
o 90-day construction
o Questions
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO thanked staff and asked if more projects are expected in the
downtown area.
MS. MOYERS said the city continually looks for projects to increase safety and visibility in the
downtown area.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO commented that the city ought to work with downtown area
business owners on waste management.
MS. MOYERS said through other alleyway projects, the city has been able to incorporate trash co-
ops which have been successful, while not necessarily part of this project as there is no city-owned
property in this project.
Development Services
9.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5131, Rezoning and Preliminary
Development Plan, PLH24-0035 California Duplex, Generally Located 1/2 mile South of the
Southwest Corner of Chandler Boulevard and Arizona Avenue
Rezoning
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5131, approving PLH24-
0035 California Duplex, Rezoning from Planned Area Development (PAD) for Single-Family
Residential to PAD for a Duplex, subject to the conditions as recommended by Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Preliminary Development Plan
Move City Council approve Preliminary Development Plan PLH24-0035 California Duplex
for site layout and building architecture, subject to the conditions as recommended by
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Economic Development
Page 7 of 13
10.
Resolution No. 5915, Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of
Chandler and the Arizona Board of Regents, on Behalf of Arizona State University and Its L.
William Seidman Research Institute, W.P. Carey School of Business, to Provide a 20-Year
Economic Vitality Report for the City, and Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funds from
the Chandler Industrial Development Authority
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5915 approving an Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City of Chandler and the Arizona Board of Regents, on behalf of
Arizona State University and its L. William Seidman Research Institute, W.P. Carey School of
Business, to provide a 20-year economic vitality report for the city, in an amount not to
exceed $145,000; and authorizing the acceptance of grant funds from the Chandler
Industrial Development Authority in the amount of $150,000.
MICAH MIRANDA, Economic Development Director, introduced the item. He shared this engages
ASU in a 20-year vision project, similar to a project conducted 17 years ago. This contract will be
with ASU’s L. William Seidman Research Institute to begin exploring how Chandler can prepare
itself for the future and provide recommendations for the city to consider as a path forward is
charted.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS asked how the results of the report will help the city move forward.
MR. MIRANDA explained that what will be done with the results will depend upon the research,
analysis, and community work conducted by ASU. The intention was for the city to take a step
back and allow ASU to conduct analysis from a wider perspective. One item this study is tasked
with investigating is providing specific recommendations in some areas to challenge Chandler in
the future such as continuing economic vitality.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS asked if this will result in evidence-based research the city can use in the future.
MR. MIRANDA agreed and explained it will be similar to a previous city where recommendations
were given, and the city incorporated the recommendations into the overall planning of the city,
which lead to beneficial results. The city hopes to use this study to continue its success.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON requested the previous studies to be shared with Council to see prior
accomplishments and what was incorporated.
MR. MIRANDA said staff will follow up with highlights in prior reports.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO shared some of the prior recommendations, which included
preserving Price Corridor, expanding the Chandler Municipal Airport, and plan for affordable
housing. The value of having a plan like this will identify what the future can look like, and Council
can identify what resources are needed to make it happen.
Page 8 of 13
MR. MIRANDA agreed. He explained that staff will likely return to Council with some budgetary
items once the document is finalized and presented and get direction on action. Part of the plan
is to engage ASU’s Thunderbird School of Business to identify action items that can be taken to
implement the plan.
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON thanked staff for the use of creative funding to pursue this item.
11.
Resolution No. 5916, Approving a Second Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement
Between the City of Chandler and the Arizona Board of Regents, on Behalf of Arizona State
University, for the Delivery of Business Incubator and Ecosystem Building Services, in an
Amount Not to Exceed $275,000 Annually, for the Period of Two Years, Beginning July 1,
2025, Through June 30, 2027
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5916, approving a second amendment to
the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Chandler and the Arizona Board of
Regents, on behalf of Arizona State University, for the delivery of business incubator and
ecosystem building services, in an amount not to exceed $275,000 annually, for the period
of two years, beginning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027.
Information Technology
12.
Agreement No. 4904, for Applications Managed Support Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4904, with Parsus Solutions, LLC, for applications
managed support services, in an amount not to exceed $860,000, for the period of one year,
beginning June 15, 2025, through June 14, 2026.
13.
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 $4,852,400, for a period of one year, beginning July 1, 2025, through
June 30, 2026.
14.
Purchase of Utility Billing System Annual Support and Maintenance
Move City Council approve the purchase of utility billing system annual support and
maintenance services, from N. Harris Computer Corporation, in the amount of $267,989.85,
for the period of one year, beginning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
15.
Purchase of Oracle Annual Support and Maintenance
Move City Council to approve the purchase of Oracle annual support and maintenance from
Mythics, Inc., utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract No. R190801, in the amount of $424,970,
for the period of one year, beginning August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026.
Management Services
Page 9 of 13
16.
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Jared Michael Repinski, Agent,
Tap N Taco CH 1, LLC, DBA Tap N Taco
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 340168, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for
Jared Michael Repinski, Agent, Tap N Taco CH1, LLC, DBA Tap N Taco, located at 141 S.
Arizona Avenue, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License
No. 309493.
17.
License Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor License Application for Andrea Dahlman
Lewkowitz, Agent, Trimark Chandler Hospitality II, LLC, DBA TownePlace Suites Phoenix
Chandler Fashion Center
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 337993, a Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor
License, for Andrea Dahlman Lewkowitz, Agent, Trimark Chandler Hospitality II, LLC, DBA
TownePlace Suites Phoenix Chandler Fashion Center, located at 3635 W. Chandler
Boulevard, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor
License No. 305670.
18.
New License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Gerardo Reyes Gomez,
Agent, Morning Glory Restaurant 3, LLC, DBA Morning Glory Brunchery
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 340292, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for
Gerardo Reyes Gomez, Agent, Morning Glory Restaurant 3, LLC, DBA Morning Glory
Brunchery, located at 70 E. Riggs Road, Suite 1, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series
12, Restaurant Liquor License No. 309522.
19.
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Luther Jeremy Rainer III, Agent,
Pizza Solutions, LLC II, DBA Rosati's Pizza
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 343458, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for
Luther Jeremy Rainer III, Agent, Pizza Solutions, LLC II, DBA Rosati's Pizza, located at 1050 E.
Ray Road, Suite 2, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License
No. 309547.
Mayor and Council
20.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 5132, Forming a City Charter Amendment Resident Advisory
Committee
Move Council adopt Ordinance No. 5132, forming a City Charter Amendment Resident
Advisory Committee, to review and identify potential amendments to the City's Charter.
RYAN PETERS, Strategic Initiatives Director, presented on the item. Mr. Peters shared that this item
is for the adoption of Ordinance No. 5132, Forming a City Charter Amendment Resident Advisory
Page 10 of 13
Committee, this ordinance will be effective after 30 days. Committee members may be approved
at the Thursday Regular City Council meeting. Meetings should begin in late July or early August
with an expectation to have recommendations to City Council in February 2026. There will be
opportunities for input during the process. To follow Maricopa County guidelines for the election,
a call for election will occur in February 2026, with the approval of ballot language in March 2026
at Council meetings. The committee anticipates reviewing the charter in depth and examine
opportunities to modernize language considering the wishes of Council and residents. Ultimately,
voters will be posed ballot questions regarding changing charter language.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked if these meetings would be open to the public.
MR. PETERS answered that as a public body formed by Council, meetings will be public meetings
in accordance with Arizona Open Meeting Law.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked if there are specific edits identified or will the committee
review the entire charter.
MR. PETERS explained that he has reviewed the charter with the City Attorney and City Clerk to
identify areas for improvement. These findings will be presented to the committee, allowing for
suggestions from the committee or the public.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked if resident input will be sought.
MR. PETERS said yes. This will act as an advisory body, accepting recommendations, to present to
Council.
MAYOR HARTKE asked when charter amendments would be expected to go on a ballot.
MR. PETERS explained that the dates mentioned earlier were to align with a primary election held
in August. Other election dates can be explored. It is anticipated that the 2026 Chandler local
election ballot will have many questions such as an APS franchise, home rule, and a candidate
election. The city aims to ensure that the charter amendments have the best chance of success.
Should a November election be pursued, then deadlines would be in May and June 2026.
MAYOR HARTKE asked if there are any earlier election options.
MR. PETERS said a spring election would condense the timeline.
DANA DELONG, City Clerk, added that a call of election must occur at least 180 days before the
election, with the approval of ballot language to occur five months before the election.
Page 11 of 13
MAYOR HARTKE noted that to follow these guidelines for a potential spring election, a call to
election would need to occur in October, with ballot language in November.
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS shared that a balance of thoughtful work is needed to align with
election deadlines.
Police Department
21.
Purchase of Secure Communication Software
Move City Council approve the purchase of secure communication software, from Genasys,
Inc., utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 051321-GYS, in an amount not to exceed
$173,250.01, for Fiscal Years 2024-2025 through 2029-2030.
Public Works and Utilities
22.
Agreement No. 4521, Amendment No. 3, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Maintenance Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4521, Amendment No. 3, with Schneider Electric
Systems USA, Inc., for the sole source purchase of SCADA maintenance services, in an
amount not to exceed $149,903, for the period of one year, July 1, 2025, through June 30,
2026.
23.
Construction Agreement No. WW2206.404, with Arrowmark, LLC, for the Reclaimed Water
Pipe Extension - Germann Road and Hamilton Street
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. WW2206.404, to Arrowmark, LLC, for
the Reclaimed Water Pipe Extension - Germann Road and Hamilton Street, in an amount
not to exceed $835,000.
24.
Professional Services Agreement No. WW2206.454, with Wilson Engineers, LLC, for the
Reclaimed Water Pipe Extension - Germann Road and Hamilton Street Construction
Management Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WW2207.454, to Wilson
Engineers, LLC for the Reclaimed Water Pipe Extension Germann Road and Hamilton Street
Construction Management Services, in the amount not to exceed $141,990.
25.
Construction Services Agreement No. ST2103.504, SRP Contract No. 4225073, with Salt
River Project (SRP), for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection Improvements
Move City Council award Construction Services Agreement No. ST2103.504, SRP Contract
No. 4225073, to SRP, for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection Improvements, in an
amount not to exceed $328,834.
26.
Construction Services Agreement No. ST2103.505, SRP Contract No. 4225072, with Salt
River Project (SRP), for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection Improvements
Page 12 of 13
Move City Council award Construction Services Agreement No. ST2103.505, SRP Contract
No. 4225072, to SRP, for the Ray Road and Dobson Road Intersection Improvements, in an
amount not to exceed $352,235.
27.
Purchase of Flow Meters, Level Meters, and Repair Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of flow meters, level meters, and repair services
from Western Environmental Equipment Co., utilizing City of Phoenix Contract No.
4701010048, in an amount not to exceed $162,932.49.
28.
Purchase of Replacement Furniture
Move City Council approve the purchase of replacement furniture for Public Works and
Utilities, Wastewater Collections Building, utilizing State of Arizona Contract No. CTR067399,
with Elontec, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $206,168.10.
29.
Purchase of Heat, Ventilation, and Cooling (HVAC) Equipment, Installation, and Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of HVAC equipment, installation, and services,
utilizing Mohave Educational Services Cooperative Contract No. 24B-SMC-0905, with Sun
Mechanical Contracting, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $325,000.
Public Hearing
30.
Public Hearing on Adoption of the FY 2025-26 Annual Budget, 2026-2035 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP), and Setting the FY 2025-26 Property Tax Levies
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Staff Presentation
3. Council Discussion
4. Discussion from the Audience
5. Close Public Hearing
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
ATTEST: _______________________
______________________________
City Clerk Mayor
Approval Date of Minutes: June 26, 2025
Page 13 of 13
Certification
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Study
Session of the City Council of Chandler, Arizona, held on the 9th day of June 2025. I further certify
that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
DATED this _______ day of June, 2025.
__________________________
City Clerk
Crime Spree on Consolidated
Canal in Chandler, AZ
2025 Jun 08
Scheduled Public Appearance
Provided by Brook Beall
June 9, 2025 Study Session
Email from SRP forwarded to Mayor Hartke
and Chandler City Council on 2024-09-24
A.R.S. § 28.819
Chandler Municipal Ordinance 31-6-c
Signs posted on Consolidated Canal
by City of Chandler and SRP
Electronic Signs posted on Consolidated Canal
by Chandler Police Department 2025-04-04