Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on June 11, 2026

Meeting Minutes 
City Council Regular Meeting 
 
June 11, 2026 | 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  
 
 
 
 
John Pombier, City Manager 
Vice Mayor Angel Encinas  
 
 
 
Kelly Schwab, City Attorney  
Councilmember Jane Poston 
 
 
 
Jennifer Ekblad, City Clerk 
Councilmember Christine Ellis 
 
 
 
  
Councilmember Matt Orlando   
 
 
Councilmember OD Harris 
 
 
 
 
Councilmember Jennifer Hawkins 
 
 
Invocation 
The invocation was given by Pastor Bernard White, Feed the Children. 
 
Pledge of Allegiance 
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Encinas.   
 
Consent Agenda and Discussion 
Discussion was held on items 3, 4, 6, 7, 32, and 39.  
 
Airport 
1.  
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5162, Approving a Ground Lease 
with CHD CURTIS EAST LLC 
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5162, approving a 
ground lease at the Chandler Municipal Airport with CHD CURTIS EAST LLC, and

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authorizing the Mayor to sign the lease and the City Manager to sign all related 
documents. 
 
City Clerk 
2.  
Approval of Minutes 
Move City Council approve the Council meeting minutes of the Work Session held on May 
18, 2026, the Study Session held on May 18, 2026, and the Work Session held on May 21, 
2026.  
  
3.  
Boards and Commissions Member Appointments 
   
Move City Council approve the Board and Commission appointments as recommended. 
 
MAYOR HARTKE recognized Board and Commission appointees in attendance.  
 
City Manager 
4.  
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5164, Amending the Code of the City of Chandler, 
Chapter 13 Bicycles to Add Regulations Regarding the Use of Electric Bicycles 
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5164, amending the code of the City of Chandler, 
Chapter 13 Bicycles to add regulations regarding the use of electric bicycles. 
 
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. Teakwood Pl., Chandler, AZ, shared concerns that the proposed ordinance 
was inadequate to address community issues. He asked about how this ordinance will be 
enforced and how classes of e-bikes will be determined for enforcement.   
 
5.  
Resolution No. 6009, Authorizing the Regional Public Transportation Authority (RPTA) IGA 
for Transit Services for FY 2026-27 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 6009 authorizing the first amendment to 
the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the Regional Public Transportation 
Authority (RPTA) and the City of Chandler to provide fixed route bus, paratransit and 
RideChoice services in Fiscal Year 2026-27. 
 
Community Services 
6.  
Purchase of Landscape Maintenance Services for Areas 1 through 4 (Rights of Way) 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. PW2-988-4516, Amendment No.4, with 
BrightView Landscape Services, Inc., for landscape maintenance areas 1 through 4 (rights 
of way), in an amount not to exceed $2,911,575, for the period of August 22, 2026, 
through June 30, 2027. 
 
COUNCILMEMBER ORLANDO asked for the communication plan with residents for this item.  
 
JOHN POMBIER, City Manager, said that will be provided.

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Development Services 
7.  
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5170, Annexation of two parcels 
totaling approximately 22.19 acres at the Northeast Corner of Ocotillo Road and the 
Union Pacific Railroad 
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5170 approving ANX26-
0001 Northeast Corner of Ocotillo Road and the Union Pacific Railroad, as recommended 
by Planning staff. 
 
DEREK LOGAN, 445 E. Coconino Pl., Chandler, AZ, spoke in support of Item 7, provided that the 
future development remains consistent with the General Plan and Airport Area Plan.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE noted that the development and annexation would need to return to Council if 
there were any significant changes to the design, use, or purpose.  
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS requested to move Item 7 to action.  
 
8.  
Purchase of Smart Key Security System for Traffic Signal Cabinets 
Move City Council approve the purchase of smart key security system for traffic signal 
cabinets, from Clark Electric Sales, Inc., utilizing the Maricopa County Agreement No. 
230200-C-ITS, in an amount not to exceed $383,624. 
 
Economic Development 
9.  
Resolution No. 6014, Authorizing the Nomination of a Qualifying Census Tract for 
Inclusion in the Opportunity Zones Program 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 6014, authorizing the nomination of a 
qualifying census tract bounded west to east by Alma School Road and Arizona Avenue, 
and north to south by Ray Road and Chandler Boulevard, for inclusion in the Opportunity 
Zones program. 
 
Fire Department 
10.  
Resolution No. 6010, Authorizing Ambulance Operations Support Actions 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 6010 authorizing specific administrative 
actions related to the support of the City's ambulance services including the application of 
annual ambulance rate adjustments through the Arizona Department of Health Services 
(ADHS), the development of Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs) for back-up ambulance 
services with regional providers, and the implementation of agreements with regional 
hospital systems for required clinical training for paramedic certification. 
  
11.  
Agreement for First Responder Cancer Screening Services 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. FD4-948-4766, Amendment No. 2, with Vincere 
Physicians Group, PLLC, dba Vincere Cancer Center, for first responder cancer screenings,

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in an amount not to exceed $550,000, for the period of one year, beginning July 1, 2026, 
through June 30, 2027. 
  
12.  
Firefighter Physical Examinations Appropriation for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 
Move City Council approve the appropriation for Firefighter Physical Examinations for FY 
2026-27 in accordance with the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the City of 
Phoenix in the amount of $225,000.  
  
13.  
Fire and Emergency Dispatch Services Appropriation for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 
Move City Council approve the appropriation for fire and emergency medical dispatch 
services for FY 2026-27, in accordance with the current Intergovernmental Agreement 
(IGA) with the City of Phoenix in the amount of $1,725,953. 
  
14.  
Purchase of Fire Turnout Gear 
Move City Council approve the purchase of fire turnout gear, from LION First Responder 
PPE, Inc. through their authorized distributor Municipal Emergency Services (MES), 
utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 010424-LIO, in an amount not to exceed $469,288. 
  
15.  
Purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs) and Fire Protection Helmets 
Move City Council approve the purchase of self contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs) 
and fire protection helmets, from L.N. Curtins & Sons, utilizing the Sourcewell Contracts 
No. 011824-LNC and 010424-LNC, in an amount not to exceed $2,120,033. 
  
16.  
Purchase of Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs) 
Move City Council approve the purchase of thermal imaging cameras (TICs), from 
Municipal Emergency Services Inc., utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 020124-MES, in 
an amount not to exceed $264,615. 
  
17.  
Purchase of Cardiac Monitors 
Move City Council approve the purchase of twenty three cardiac monitors, from Zoll 
Medical Corporation, utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No. CTR073591, in an amount 
not to exceed $1,758,640. 
 
Information Technology 
18.  
Agreement for Digital Adoption Platform 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4506, Amendment No. 6, with WalkMe, Inc., for 
the digital adoption platform, in an amount not to exceed $171,735, for the period of one 
year, June 30, 2026, through June 29, 2027.

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19.  
Managed Service Provider Contract Renewal 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4904, Amendment No. 1, with Parsus Solutions, 
LLC, for applications managed support services, in an amount not to exceed $560,000, for 
the period of one year, June 15, 2026, through June 14, 2027. 
  
20.  
Purchase of SmartSheet Subscription and Professional Services 
Move City Council approve the renewal of a SmartSheet subscription and professional 
services, from Carahsoft Technology Corporation, utilizing the State of Arizona Contract 
No. CTR46098, in an amount not to exceed $289,603. 
  
21.  
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 $3,152,620, the period of one year, July 1, 2026, through June 30, 
2027. 
  
22.  
Purchase of Oracle Annual Support and Maintenance Services 
Move City Council approve the purchase of Oracle annual support and maintenance from 
Mythics, Inc., utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract No. R240202, in the amount of 
$447,621.08, for the period of one year, beginning August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027. 
 
Management Services 
23.  
Agreement for Citywide Audit Services 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4596, Amendment No. 3, with Heinfeld, Meech 
& Co., for citywide audit services, in an amount not to exceed $159,600, for the period of 
one year, June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027. 
 
24.  
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Ryan Witner Anderson, Agent, 
North Italia Chandler, LLC, DBA North Italia 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 392684, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for 
Ryan Witner Anderson, Agent, North Italia Chandler, LLC, DBA North Italia, located at 7221 
W. Ray Road, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License 
No. 312099. 
  
25.  
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for James Chayanonda Doyle, 
Agent, Farmsuk House AZ, LLC, DBA Chon Thai Food 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 397760, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for 
James Chayanonda Doyle, Agent, Farmsuk House AZ, LLC, DBA Chon Thai Food, located at 
2330 N. Alma School Road, Suite 116, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, 
Restaurant Liquor License No. 312051.

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26.  
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Amy Shania Baylon, Agent, SB 
Group, LLC, DBA Mexico Magico Cantina & Restaurant 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 397978, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for 
Amy Shania Baylon, Agent, SB Group, LLC, DBA Mexico Magico Cantina & Restaurant, 
located at 474 W. Ray Road, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant 
Liquor License No. 311797. 
  
27.  
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Jesus Manuel Altamirano, 
Agent, Birrieria Don Jose 2, LLC, DBA Birrieria Don Jose 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 397302, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for 
Jesus Manuel Altamirano, Agent, Birrieria Don Jose 2, LLC, DBA Birrieria Don Jose, located 
at 691 N. Arizona Avenue, Suite 1, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, 
Restaurant Liquor License No. 305241. 
  
28.  
License Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for Amy S. Nations, Agent, Cien 
Agaves Chandler, LLC, DBA Cien Agaves 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 397258, a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, for 
Amy S. Nations, Agent, Cien Agaves Chandler, LLC, DBA Cien Agaves, located at 900 No. 
54th Street, Suite 1, and approval of the City of Chandler, Series 12, Restaurant Liquor 
License No. 311670.  
  
29.  
New License Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor License Application for Vernon Henry 
Wessel, Agent, VW Bizz Holdings, LLC, DBA Southern Steer Butcher 
Move for recommendation to the State Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for 
approval of the State Liquor Job No. 397012, a Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor 
License, for Vernon Henry Wessel, Agent, VW Bizz Holdings, LLC, DBA Southern Steer 
Butcher, located at 1095 W. Queen Creek Road, Suite 6, and approval of the City of 
Chandler, Series 10, Beer and Wine Store Liquor License Number 310540. 
  
30.  
Withdrawal of Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License Application for George W. Anderson III, 
Agent, George's Breakfast and Brunch Chandler, LLC, DBA George's Breakfast & Brunch 
Move to accept withdrawal of the application for a Series 12, Restaurant Liquor License, 
for George W. Anderson III, Agent, George's Breakfast and Brunch Chandler, LLC, DBA 
George's Breakfast & Brunch, located at 3002 N. Arizona Avenue, Suite 18.

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Mayor and Council 
31.  
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5165, Amending Ordinance No. 5132 by Changing the 
Sunset Date of the City Charter Amendment Resident Advisory Committee 
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5165, amending No. 5132, establishing the sunset 
date of the Charter Amendment Resident Advisory Committee. 
 
Neighborhood Resources 
32.  
Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 5154, Establishing Criteria for the Keeping or Feeding of 
Non-Domesticated Birds 
Move City Council adopt Ordinance No. 5154, amending Chapter 30-20 of the Chandler 
City Code by adding subsection O Prohibited Nuisance – Bird Keeping or Feeding 
establishing specific criteria under which the keeping or feeding of non-domesticated 
birds constitutes a prohibited nuisance. 
 
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. Teakwood Pl., Chandler, AZ, stated that while he was not opposed to Item 
32, he would like the City to further address pigeon population control efforts and explore 
additional measures to reduce the pigeon population.  
 
MAYOR HARTKE clarified that Item 32 addresses the feeding of birds in public places and is not 
limited to solely pigeons.  
 
MR. POMBIER confirmed that was correct.  
 
33.  
Agreement for Heat Relief Services 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4929, Amendment No. 1, with AZCEND, for 
heat relief services, for the period of May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, in an amount 
not to exceed $570,395.76. 
  
34.  
Agreements for Operation Open Door Non-Congregate Shelter Program Accommodations 
Move City Council approve Agreement No. 4638, Amendment No. 3, with GAJANAN, LLC, in 
an amount not to exceed $600,000, and Agreement No. 4758, Amendment No. 4, with 
Metro Zona Hospitality, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $600,000, for the period of one 
year, July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. 
 
Police Department 
35.  
Resolution No. 6011, Authorizing an Amendment to Intergovernmental Between Chandler 
PD and Maricopa County Regarding Sworn Officer and Detention Officer Training 
Academy 
Move City Council pass and adopt Resolution No. 6011 authorizing an amendment to the 
Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Maricopa County by and through the Maricopa 
County Sheriff's Office; authorizing the Mayor to sign the amendment; and authorizing the

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Chief of Police to administer, execute, and submit the Agreement and all documents and 
other necessary instruments in connection with such Agreement. 
  
36.  
Purchase of Furniture Products and Related Services 
Move City Council approve the purchase of furniture, for the Chandler Police Department, 
from OPACS, utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract No. 158057, from Wist Business 
Supplies & Equipment, utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No. CTR067414, and from 
Elontec, utilizing the State of Arizona Contract No. CTR067399, in an amount not to exceed 
$275,526. 
 
Public Works and Utilities 
37.  
Construction Agreement Change Order with Archer Western Construction for the Pecos 
Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrades GMP-2 
Move City Council award Construction Agreement No. WA2103.402, Change Order No. 3, 
to Archer Western Construction, for the Pecos Surface Water Treatment Plant SCADA 
Upgrades GMP-2, in the amount of $405,567.36, for a revised agreement amount not to 
exceed $8,765,909.36. 
  
38.  
Professional Services Agreement with TYPSA, Inc., for the Warner Road  (Price Road to 
McQueen Road) Project Assessment Services 
Move City Council award Professional Services Agreement No. ST2603.101, to TYPSA, Inc., 
for the Warner Road (Price Road to McQueen Road) Project Assessment Services, for an 
amount not to exceed $497,505.12. 
 
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote  
Councilmember Ellis moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the June 11, 2026, Regular City 
Council Meeting; Seconded by Councilmember Poston.  
 
Motion carried unanimously (7-0) with the exception of Item 4 which passed by majority (6-1), 
Councilmember Harris voting no. Item 7 was moved to action.  
 
Action Agenda Item 7 
7.  
Introduction and Tentative Adoption of Ordinance No. 5170, Annexation of two parcels 
totaling approximately 22.19 acres at the Northeast Corner of Ocotillo Road and the 
Union Pacific Railroad 
Move City Council introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5170 approving ANX26-
0001 Northeast Corner of Ocotillo Road and the Union Pacific Railroad, as recommended 
by Planning staff. 
 
Councilmember Harris requested that item 7 be moved to Action and declared a conflict of 
interest.

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Action Agenda Motion and Vote 
Councilmember Orlando moved to introduce and tentatively adopt Ordinance No. 5170 
approving ANX26-0001 Northeast Corner of Ocotillo Road and the Union Pacific Railroad, as 
recommended by Planning staff; Seconded by Vice Mayor Encinas.  
 
Motion passed by majority (6-0). Councilmember Harris declared a conflict of interest.  
 
Public Hearing 
39.  
Public Hearing on Adoption of the FY 2026-27 Annual Budget, 2027-2036 Capital 
Improvement Program (CIP), and Setting the FY 2026-27 Property Tax Levies 
 
Open Public Hearing 
MAYOR HARTKE opened the public hearing at 6:15 p.m. 
 
Staff Presentation 
MATT DUNBAR, Budget and Policy Director, presented the following presentation.  
• Public Hearing FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Program  
2026-27 Property Tax Levy 
• FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget “Adding Sense to Dollars” 
o Total Budget $1,869,056,483 | Total General Fund: $617,660,442 
o Proposed Budget 
 Adheres to financial policies and is structurally balanced 
• Ongoing for ongoing and one-time for one-time 
 Uses Council’s Strategic Framework to guide decisions 
 Provides for cost-effective, quality services 
 Maintains long-term financial sustainability 
 Reduces primary property tax rate 
 Resident engagement through input opportunities 
• Kickoff, Resident Budget Survey & Three Workshops 
• All-day Budget Briefing 
• Tentative and Final Adoption in May/June 
o 14.8% Increase overall all Funds 
 $792.3M operating (+1.2%) 
 $1.08B capital (+27.3%) 
o +0.3% increase in General Fund 
 $452.5M operating (-2.3%) 
 $165.2M capital (+8.2%) 
• Total Annual Proposed Budget All Funds (in millions) 
• 2027-2036 CIP Highlights 
o 2027-2036 CIP total is $2,947,467,963

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o ($329.7M more than the 2026-2035 CIP)  
o Updated to reflect additional utility projects and updates project cost estimates to 
current values 
o Increased focus on aging infrastructure 
o Includes projects utilizing bond authorization in years 3-10 
• FY 2026-27 Property Tax Levy 
• Breakdown of $1 of Typical Chandler Property Tax Bill 
• FY 2026-27 Property Tax Levy 
• Impact of City Tax Rate Reduction on Median Value Homeowner 
• Key Budget Dates 
• Questions? 
o For your consideration: 
Res. #6012 Adopts the FY 2026-27 Annual Budget, sets the amounts proposed to be 
raised by direct property taxation, and adopts the 2027-2036 CIP 
o Tentative and final adoption of Ordinance No. 5168, setting Property Tax Levies will 
be June 22nd & 25th, 2026 
o For more information visit chandleraz.gov/budget 
 
Council Discussion 
MAYOR HARTKE noted that the budget development process began in October and included 
several months of discussion and Council input regarding budget priorities. He stated that the 
proposed budget reflects nine months of planning and refinement focused on maintaining 
services, infrastructure, and other Council priorities.  
 
Discussion from the Audience 
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. Teakwood Pl., Chandler, AZ requested that the budget include funding for 
increased police patrols on the canal and the installation of cameras to assist with monitoring 
activity in those areas. He stated that he had raised these requests during the budget process 
and encouraged Council to consider them as public safety enhancements.  
 
Close Public Hearing 
MAYOR HARTKE closed the public hearing at 6:23 p.m.  
 
Informational 
40.  
Contracts and Agreements Administratively Approved, Month of April 2026 
 
Unscheduled Public Appearances 
BROOK BEALL, 85 W. Teakwood Pl., Chandler, AZ, expressed concerns regarding the placement, 
visibility, readability, and overall effectiveness of the new canal signage. He suggested installing 
signs on both sides of the canal and near canal access points and bridges to improve visibility.

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MAYOR HARTKE requested that staff review the signage to evaluate its readability, usability, and 
effectiveness and report back to the Council.  
 
MR. POMBIER stated that staff would review the signage and provide additional information. 
 
COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS suggested that staff evaluate sign placement at canal entrances, exits, 
and intermediate access points to ensure consistent signage throughout the canal system.  
 
MARY ESTIMÉ-IRVIN, City of North Miami, District 3 Councilwoman, thanked Mayor and Council 
for the hospitality shared to the North Miami Youth Council visiting Chandler. Councilwoman 
Estimé-Irvin thanked Councilmember Ellis for her work facilitating this trip and representing the 
National Haitian American Elected Officials Network.  
 
PAUL BAZILE, City of North Miami Library Director and Youth Council Liaison, thanked Mayor 
and Council for their hospitality. The Youth Council visited City Hall and were able to see civic 
engagement outside of the Miami area.  
 
ESTHECY COTIERE, City of North Miami Youth Mayor, thanked Mayor and Council for hosting the 
Youth Council. The Youth Council learned about local government in the state of Arizona.  
  
Adjourn 
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m. 
 
 
ATTEST:  _______________________  
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                       City Clerk                                                   Mayor 
 
 
Approval Date of Minutes:  June 25, 2026 
 
 
 
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 11th day of June 2026.  I further 
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. 
 
DATED this _______ day of June, 2026. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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           City Clerk