Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on October 16, 2025
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Meeting Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
October 16, 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 6:01 p.m.
Roll Call
Council Attendance
Appointee Attendance
Mayor Kevin Hartke
John Pombier, Acting City Manager
Vice Mayor Christine Ellis
Tawn Kao, Acting City Attorney
Councilmember Angel Encinas
Dana DeLong, City Clerk
Councilmember Jane Poston
Councilmember Matt Orlando
Councilmember OD Harris
Absent
Councilmember Jennifer Hawkins - excused
Invocation
The invocation was given by Pastor Esther Green, Chandler Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Harris.
Scheduled Public Appearances
1.
Recognition: World Champions of the International Academic Decathlon
MAYOR HARTKE recognized Chandler Unified School District’s World Champions of the
International Academic Decathlon who won top honors at the International Academic Decathlon
World Youth Forum Future Liberal Arts Leadership Summit 2025.
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JOANN WUTHRICH, Basha High School Academic Decathlon Coach, shared the team is happy for
the opportunity to represent Chandler, Arizona.
2.
Recognition: Operation Back to School Sponsors
MAYOR HARTKE invited Jessica Rodriguez and George Macedon to recognize For Our City
Chandler’s Operation Back to School sponsors.
MS. RODRIGUEZ thanked title sponsors Compass Christian Church, Scheels, City of Chandler, Blue
Cross Blue Shield, and dedicated committee members and volunteers for their support in making
the event a success.
3.
Recognition: League of Arizona Cities and Towns Legislative Recognition
MAYOR HARTKE recognized Representative Julie Willoughby, Representative Stacey Travers, and
Senator Mitzi Epstein for championing the perspectives of the Chandler community. Each
legislator was recognized by the League of Arizona Cities and Towns for their support for local
Arizona cities and towns.
TOM SAVAGE, Legislative Director of League of Arizona Cities and Towns, thanked the legislators
for their support of cities and towns and looked forward to continuing working with them in the
next legislative session.
4.
Proclamation: Cybersecurity Awareness Month
MAYOR HARTKE read the proclamation and invited the IT Security team to accept.
BRAD THOMAS, IT Chief Information Security Officer, thanked Mayor and Council and city staff for
their support.
Consent Agenda and Discussion
Airport
1.
Resolution No. 5941, Authorization of an Airport Development Grant with Arizona
Department of Transportation (ADOT)
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5941 authorizing the City to enter into an
agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation to accept an Airport
Development Grant in a total amount not to exceed $50,000 for the rehabilitation of
Runway 4R-22L at the Chandler Municipal Airport.
Budget and Policy
2.
Adoption of Notice of Intention to Increase Certain Water, Wastewater, Reclaimed Water,
and Solid Waste Rates and Set the Date for Public Hearing
Move to adopt the Notice of Intention to Increase Certain Water, Wastewater, Reclaimed
Water, and Solid Waste Rates and set the date for Public Hearing on January 8, 2026.
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City Clerk
3.
Boards and Commissions Member Appointments
Move City Council approve the Board and Commission appointments as recommended.
City Manager
4.
Resolution No. 5942, Authorizing the Submittal of a Pass-Through Gaming Tribal Revenue
Sharing Awarded Grant Application for Dignity Health Foundation on Behalf of Salt River
Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5942 approving an intergovernmental
agreement between the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and the City of
Chandler for the distribution of a pass-through Indian gaming revenue sharing grant in the
amount of $50,000 to Dignity Health Foundation-East Valley; and authorizing submission of
a related pass-through awarded grant application to provide medication, physical and
occupational therapy, life-saving IV antibiotics, and durable medical equipment for
underserved patients served by Dignity Health hospitals in the East Valley.
5.
Agreement for Website Content Accessibility Audit and Assessment Consultant Services
Move City Council approve Agreement No. CAPA5-918-4936, with AccessAbility Officer, for
website content accessibility audit and assessment consultant services, in an amount not
to exceed $150,000, for a one-year period, beginning October 16, 2025, through October
15, 2026, with the option of up to four one-year extensions.
Community Services
6.
Purchase of Playground Products, Services, and Shade Structures for the Parks Division
Move City Council approve the purchase of playground products, services and shade
structures, from Altitude Recreation, Inc.; Arizona Recreation Design, Inc.; Dave Bang
Associates, Inc.; Exerplay, Inc.; FlexGround, LLC; Miracle Playground Sales; Play it Safe
Playgrounds & Park Equipment, Inc., and Shade 'N Net of Arizona, Inc. utilizing
1Government Procurement Alliance (1GPA) Agreement No. 23-07P; and American Play
Systems; Arizona Recreation Design, Inc.; Dave Bang Associates, Inc.; Exerplay, Inc.; and Play
it Safe Playgrounds and Park Equipment, Inc., utilizing Mohave Educational Services
Cooperative Agreement No. 24K-various-0222; and Shade 'N Net of Arzona, Inc.; Shade
Industries, Inc.; and USA Shade & Fabric Structures utilizing Mohave Educational Services
Cooperative Agreement No. 20Q-various-0402; and Turboscape Blower Services, LLC,
utilizing City of Mesa Agreement No. 2023021 and City of Glendale Agreement No. 24-53;
and Gametime, Inc. utilizing Omnia Partners Agreement No. 2017001134; and Arizona
Correctional Industries utilizing State of Arizona Agreement No. CTR070553 for playground
products, services, and shade structures for the Parks Division, in a combined amount not
to exceed $1,550,000.
7.
Purchase of Pool Repairs for the Hamilton Aquatic Center
Move City Council approve the purchase of pool repairs at the Hamilton Aquatic Center,
from Shasta Industries, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,379,800.
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8.
Professional Services Agreement No. PR2503.101, with BerryDunn for Citywide Recreation
and Library Strategic Master Plan Consultant Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. PR2503.101 to BerryDunn
for Citywide Recreation and Library Strategic Master Plan Consultant Services, in an amount
not to exceed $339,797.28.
9.
Purchase of Park Herbicide Application Services for the Parks Division
Move City Council approve Agreement No. CS4-988-4669, Amendment No. 2, for parks
herbicide application services, with BrightView Landscape Services, Inc., in an amount not
to exceed $335,798.77, for a one-year term, November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026.
10.
Purchase of Park Mowing Services for the Parks Division
Move City Council approve Agreement No. CS4-988-4668, Amendment No. 2, for park
mowing services, with Artistic Land Management, Inc., in an amount not to exceed
$647,818.71 a one-year term, November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026.
Development Services
11.
Resolution No. 5938, PLH24-0030 Downtown Region Area Plan, Generally Bounded by Ray
Road, McQueen Road, Santan 202 Freeway and Alma School Road (Continued from the
Council Meeting of September 18, 2025)
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5938, PLH24-0030 Downtown Region Area
Plan establishing future land uses, conceptual design guidelines and other goals and
policies replacing the Downtown-South Arizona Avenue Corridor Area Plan.
12.
Use Permit, PLH25-0019 Ponderosa, 318 S Bracken Lane, Generally Located ½ Mile South
of Chandler Boulevard and 1/4 Mile East of Price Road
Move City Council approve Use Permit, PLH25-0019 Ponderosa, to allow continued co-
location of an ancillary Medical Marijuana Facility in conjunction with its affiliated onsite
Medical Marijuana Cultivation Site and Medical Marijuana Infusion Food Establishment
subject to the conditions as recommended by the Planning and Zoning
13.
Preliminary Development Plan, PLH25-0011 CRMC Medical Office Building, Located on the
Chandler Regional Medical Center Campus, at the Southeast Corner of Frye Road and
Dobson Road
Move City Council approve Preliminary Development Plan PLH25-0011 CRMC Medical Office
Building for the site layout and building architecture for a new 100,249 square-foot Medical
Office Building at the Chandler Regional Medical Center Campus, subject to the conditions
as recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission.
14.
Resolution No. 5952 First Amendment to the Development Agreement between Lincoln
Property Company Commercial LLC, and the City of Chandler, Approving Modifications to
the Agreement for the Properties Located at 2500 West Frye Road
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Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5952 approving the First Amendment to
the Development Agreement between Lincoln Property Company Commercial, LLC, and its
Permitted Assigns, (“Successor Developer”) and the City of Chandler (“City”) for the
Development of Property Generally Located at the Northwest Corner of Frye Road and Ellis
Street.
Facilities and Fleet
15.
Agreement for Electrical Maintenance, Repair, and Installation Services for City Facilities
Move City Council approve Agreement No. BF4-910-4768, Amendment No. 1, with ABM
Electrical Power Services, LLC, Arizona Facility Services, B&D Industries, Inc., Commercial
Comm and Electric, Inc., Henry Bros., Inc., dba DECA Southwest, D.P. Electric, Inc., Hawkeye
Electric, Inc., and Kearney Electric, Inc., for electrical maintenance, repair, and installation
services, in an amount not to exceed $2,045,000, for the period of one year, beginning
December 9, 2025, through December 8, 2026, with the option of up to four additional one-
year extensions.
16.
Purchase and Installation of New Theater Seating at the Chandler Center for the Arts
Move City Council approve the purchase and installation of new theater seating at the
Chandler Center for the Arts, from Irwin Seating Company, utilizing the Omnia Partners
Contract No. R240106, in the amount of $604,400.
17.
Purchase of Building and Energy Management Control System Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of building and energy management control
system services, from Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No.
CTR062668, for an amount not to exceed $360,000.
Human Resources
18.
Resolution No. 5948, Renewal Request to Industrial Commission of Arizona for Continued
Exemption from Requirement to Post Security for Self-Insured Workers' Compensation
Program
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5948, renewing the City’s request to the
Industrial Commission of Arizona for continued exemption from the requirement to post a
security bond under its Self-Insurance Workers' Compensation Program.
Information Technology
19.
Purchase of Wi-Fi Equipment & Services for 12 City Facilities
Move City Council approve the purchase of Wi-Fi 6 equipment & professional services from
Hye Tech Network and Security Solutions, LLC, utilizing the 1GPA Contract No. 22-02PV-08,
and Surveillance Systems Integration, Inc., utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No.
CTR076065, in an amount not to exceed $501,434.
20.
Agreement for Financial & Human Capital Management Software Solution &
Implementation Services
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Move City Council approve Agreement No. IT4-920-4771, with Workday, Inc., for the
financial and human capital management software solution, for a ten-year term, beginning
October 31, 2025, through October 30, 2035, in an amount not to exceed $1,192,990 in the
first year, and with Cognizent Worldwide Limited, for implementation services for the
financial and human capital management software solution, in an amount not to exceed
$6,464,130.
21.
Purchase of Oracle Annual Support and Maintenance Services
Move City Council approve the purchase of Oracle annual support and maintenance
services, from Mythics, Inc., utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract No. R240202, in an
amount not to exceed $196,067, for the period of one year, beginning January 31, 2026,
through January 30, 2027.
22.
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, increasing
the approved spending amount by $2,030,420.
23.
Agreement for Information Technology Professional Services for the Enterprise Resource
Planning Replacement Project
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4997, with SAR Systems, Inc., for information
technology professional services for the enterprise resource planning replacement project,
in an amount not to exceed $4,000,000.
Management Services
24.
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Xue Qiu Lin, Agent, Lin
Gourment, LLC, DBA Fujisan Sushi and Hibachi
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 357892, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for Xue
Qiu Lin, Agent, Lin Gourment, LLC, DBA Fujisan Sushi and Hibachi, located at 2100 S. Gilbert
Road, Suite 1, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License No.
310405.
25.
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Ampronchai Wilaikaeo, Agent,
Siri-Am, LLC, DBA Savor Thai
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 357575, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for
Ampronchai Wilaikaeo, Agent, Siri-Am, LLC, DBA Savor Thai, located at 4040 S. Arizona
Avenue, Suite 7, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License
No. 309013.
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Police Department
26.
Resolution No. 5928 Agreement with Arizona Department of Administration for the
Purchase of Peregrine Software
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5928, authorizing the acceptance of
$111,725 from the Arizona Department of Administration, as set forth in Senate Bill 1147
and authorizing an appropriation transfer of $111,725 from General Fund, Non-
Departmental, Contingency Account to General Fund, Real Time Communications, Software
Account to allow for the expenditure of state funds to purchase Peregrine software.
Public Works and Utilities
27.
Replacement of a Backhoe for the Transportation Division
Move City Council approve the purchase of a backhoe, from Empire Machinery, Inc., utilizing
State of Arizona Contract No. CTR052847, in the amount of $183,079.37.
28.
Replacement of a Water Truck for the Transportation Division
Move City Council approve the purchase of a water truck, from Inland Kenworth, Inc.,
utilizing Sourcewell Contract No.032824-KTC, in the amount of $171,105.50.
29.
Replacement of a Dump Truck for the Transportation Division
Move City Council approve the purchase of a dump truck, from Inland Kenworth, Inc.,
utilizing Sourcewell Contract No.032824-KTC, in the amount of $210,230.53.
30.
Professional Services Agreement No. WA2408.451, with Wilson Engineers, LLC, for the
Brooks Crossing Water Production Facility Pressure Reducing Valve Addition, Construction
Management Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. WA2408.451 to Wilson
Engineers, LLC for the Brooks Crossing Water Production Facility Pressure Reducing Valve
Addition, Construction Management Services, in an amount not to exceed $115,790.
31.
Job Order Project Agreement No. WA2408.401, with MGC Contractors, Inc., Pursuant to Job
Order Master Agreement No. JOC2411.401, for the Installation of a Pressure Reducing Valve
Addition at the Brooks Crossing Water Production Facility
Move City Council award Job Order Project Agreement No. WA2408.401, to MGC
Contractors, Inc., pursuant to Job Order Master Agreement No. JOC2411.401, for the Brooks
Crossing Water Production Facility Pressure Reducing Valve Addition, in an amount not to
exceed $960,686.14.
32.
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5136 Granting a Non-Exclusive
Power Distribution Easement to Arizona Public Service Company, as Part of the Frye Road
Protected Bike Lane Project ST2106.
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5136 granting a non-
exclusive power distribution easement to Arizona Public Service Company (APS), an Arizona
corporation, at no cost, as part of the Frye Road Protected Bike Lane Project ST2106.
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33.
Professional Services Agreement No. WA2100.251, Amendment No. 1, with Archer Western
Construction, LLC, for the Water System Upgrades Program at the Pecos Surface Water
Treatment Plant Pre-Construction Services
Move City Council award Professional Services Contract No. WA2100.251, Amendment No.
1, to Archer Western Construction, LLC, for the Water System Upgrades Program Pre-
Construction Services, in the amount of $356,673, for a revised agreement amount not to
exceed $1,270,638.
34.
Purchase and Installation of Granular Activated Carbon for Water Treatment Processes
Move City Council approve the purchase and installation of granular activated carbon, from
Calgon Carbon Corporation, utilizing City of Phoenix Contract No. 133070, in an amount not
to exceed $1,085,870.
35.
Replacement of a Dump Truck for the Water Distribution Division
Move City Council approve the purchase of a dump truck, from Inland Kenworth, Inc.,
utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 032824-KTC, in the amount of $210,230.53.
36.
Purchase of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations Supplies and Related Services for Water
and Wastewater Divisions
Move City Council approve the purchase of MRO supplies and related services, from WESCO
Distribution, Inc., utilizing Omnia Partners Contract No. R240809, in an amount not to
exceed $1,155,000.
37.
Agreement No. PW3-925-4631, Amendment No. 6, with Hazen and Sawyer, P.C., for the
Water System Upgrades Program Consulting Services at the Pecos Surface Water Treatment
Plant
Move City Council approve Agreement No. PW3-925-4631, Amendment No. 6, with Hazen
and Sawyer, P.C., for the Water System Upgrades Program Consultant Services, increasing
the agreement amount by $2,596,700.
38.
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Construction Services Agreement No. WA2100.402
with Archer Western for the Water System Upgrades Program at the Pecos Surface Water
Treatment Plant
Move City Council award CMAR Construction Services Agreement No. WA2100.402 to
Archer Western, for the Water System Upgrades Program at the Pecos Surface Water
Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed $12,909,632.07.
39.
Resolution No. 5945, Approving a Follow-Up Notice of Abandonment to the Gila River Indian
Community Related to the Lone Butte Wastewater Treatment Plant and Red Tail Hawk
Health Center
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 5945 approving and authorizing the
Mayor to execute a Follow-Up Notice of Abandonment to the Gila River Indian Community
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(GRIC) related to the Lone Butte Wastewater Treatment Plant and Red Tail Hawk Health
Center.
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote
Councilmember Orlando moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the October 16, 2025, Regular
City Council Meeting; Seconded by Vice Mayor Ellis.
Motion carried unanimously (6-0), with the exception of Item 2, which passed by majority 4-2,
Councilmember Orlando and Councilmember Poston dissenting.
Informational
40.
Special Event Liquor Licenses and Temporary and Permanent Extensions of Liquor
License Premises Administratively Approved
41.
Contracts and Agreements Administratively Approved, Month of September 2025
Unscheduled Public Appearances
KYRSTEN SINEMA, AZ, shared that she is working on the AI Infrastructure Coalition to ensure
American AI is globally dominant. She supported developing local AI data hubs that may be coming
forward to Council for approval.
JOY MARTIN, 457 N. NEWPORT ST., CHANDLER, spoke, suggesting Council pursue an ordinance
regarding large-scale bird feeding in residential areas. She shared a neighbor feeds birds which
leads to neighborhood issues.
MAYOR HARTKE directed City Manager to present Council with an update.
JIMMIE KLATT 1813 E BUENA VISTA DR., CHANDLER, spoke about Sun Bird Golf Club residents
experiencing ineffective stormwater drains in the neighborhood. He said this problem has
occurred for three years and leads to a public health issue.
MAYOR HARTKE directed City Manager to present Council with an update.
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. TEAKWOOD PL., CHANDLER, spoke regarding crimes categorized as class
three misdemeanors including criminal trespass of individuals riding e-bikes or motorized vehicles
on the canal.
SHANNON HAYES, 630 W. YELLOWSTONE WAY, CHANDLER, spoke regarding eviction filings in
Chandler. Individuals who do not appear in court receive an automatic eviction judgement against
them. Investing in prevention programs saves money and protects what makes Chandler home.
She supported funding a pilot program and coordinated prevention system within the city.
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MAYOR HARTKE directed City Manager to present Council with an update.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS said she would like to see more information about collaboration on resources.
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS asked to ensure Council receives Ms. Hayes’ report.
Current Events
Mayor's Announcements
MAYOR HARTKE shared he had the opportunity to represent Chandler at SEMICON West 2025, a
microelectronics exhibition which highlighted Chandler as a leader in semiconductor
advancement and innovation. He shared Intel opened Fab 52 in Chandler, producing chips.
Chandler is proud to have many high-tech innovative and forward-thinking companies that invest
in the community.
MAYOR HARTKE wished everyone a happy Diwali.
Council's Announcements
COUNCILMEMBER POSTON shared that October is breast cancer awareness month. This month
is a time to support those currently in treatment, celebrate survivors, and remember those
affected. She encouraged everyone to spread awareness and get tested.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS shared information about the Domestic Violence Awareness Month Candlelight
Vigil on Friday, October 17, starting at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall courtyard.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS shared that students from Frye Elementary School visited City Hall and Council
Chambers. She thanked the staff for hosting events like this one and supporting Chandler
students.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS said election day is November 4 for the charter and bond election. Ballots are
sent by mail to Chandler residents; voters can return their completed ballots at City Hall.
VICE MAYOR ELLIS mentioned there will be ongoing opportunities for public engagement
regarding the FY 26-27 budget. Survey information will be released soon; residents can submit
comments to influence how resources are allocated.
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO invited everyone to the Halloween Spooktacular event on Friday,
October 31, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Dr. A. J. Chandler Park Stage Plaza.
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS said the city hosted Governor Hobbs at the opening of the next-gen
911 center in the police department dispatch center. This is a statewide project to improve
response times and enhance location accuracy, strengthening public safety.
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COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS spoke regarding the Military Appreciation Breakfast event on Friday,
November 7, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Chandler Community Center. Registration will open soon.
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS announced the Ready, Set, Go Foundation will host the 4th Annual
Mental Health Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 25, starting at 8:00 a.m. in Downtown
Chandler. October is National Mental Health Awareness Month.
City Manager's Announcements
JOHN POMBIER, Acting City Manager, introduced Riann Balch as the Neighborhood Resources
Director and Marge Zilla as the Strategic Initiatives Director.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
ATTEST: _______________________
______________________________
City Clerk Mayor
Approval Date of Minutes: November 10, 2025
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 16th day of October 2025. I further
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
DATED this _______ day of November, 2025.
__________________________
City Clerk
Unscheduled Public Appearance
Provided by Jimmie Klatt
October 16, 2025 Regular Council Meeting