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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Town Council - 8/26/1987 MINUTES OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL STUDY SESSION AUGUST 26, 1987 CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M. PRESENT: E. S. "Steve" Engle, Mayor Henry Zipf, Vice-Mayor Cathy Hufault, Councilmember Steve Renneckar, Councilmember EXCUSED: William Scroggins, Councilmember PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS SUPPORTING ANNEXATION OF RANCHO VISTOSO Mr. Don Rossi, 280 E. Suntree, Villa Balboa Townhomes, town resident for 14 years. Mr. Rossi presented the Town Council with a support letter "in support of the annexation of Rancho Vistoso" containing 784 signatures of people in support of the annexation. Mayor Engle thanked the following people for their assistance in gathering signatures which was accomplished in 8 days: Philip Rindner, Bill Rauch, Melody Weber, Maja Stewart, David Berkman, John Hackett, Denise Whatley, Cotsy Engle, Bill Scroggins, Werner & Jeanne Wolff, Bill Triplett, Lila & Lauren Rhude, Bill Gay, Nancy Strom, Lyn Hanson, Bill Liddle, Don Rossi, Clark Sloan, Jim Wright, Bill Grant, Jim Kriegh, Fred Roof, Jim Peterson, Cay Flanagan, Richard Eckenrodt, Bill Bowler, Charlie Proctor, Linda Polito, Dan Arbonaut, Jim Beers, Linda Frew, Eleanor Rogers, Jon Devner. Mayor Engle stated these signatures show outstanding support for the action the Council took on June 22nd. Councilmember Hufault also thanked everyone for their help with circulating the support papers. She stated in the history of Oro Valley there has never been so many signatures of support received on any issue. Vice-Mayor Zipf complimented Mrs. Hufault and Mayor Engle for formulating this idea. He also thanked the circulators for their work in gathering these signatures. INTERVIEW OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICANTS Phyllis MacDonald - Mayor Engle stated that Mrs. MacDonald has been in the education field most of her career. Mrs. MacDonald stated she has been a town resident of the Oro Valley Townhomes for 4 years. 8-26-87 Town Council Study Session page 2 Vice-Mayor Zipf asked what is Mrs. MacDonald's interest in serving on the Planning Commission? Mrs. MacDonald believes in responsible growth and in a citzenry that takes an interest in their community. She stated she has the time, inclination and the interest to serve on the Commission. Mayor Engle asked her rationale in signing the referendum petition. Mrs. MacDonald stated that the people in the community need to have a voice in whatever issue comes before the Town Council. She signed the petition mainly because of that belief. She also asked if the Mayor had noticed she had signed the petition in support of the Rancho Vistoso annexation. Mrs. MacDonald admitted she may not have been as aware of the situation at the time she signed the referendum petition as she feels she should have been. Councilmember Hufault asked if Mrs. MacDonald feels translational zoning should be put before the voters? Mrs. MacDonald stated she would have to examine that issue more closely, but she does belief whatever issue affects all of the people in the community should be brought before them. Mrs. Hufault asked Mrs. MacDonald to give an example of what she feels is "good" zoning and "bad" zoning. Mrs. MacDonald stated good zoning would protect the environment, allow for space and protection of natural washes. Also, consideration must be given to the way a community looks, its attractiveness, dignity, etc. Vice-Mayor Zipf asked if Mrs. MacDonald was aware at the time she signed the referendum petition that there had been 17 meetings regarding Rancho Vistoso? She replied no she was not. Vice-Mayor Zipf asked in light of those meetings, would she still have signed the petition? Mrs. MacDonald replied that question is hard for her to answer because she did not attend those hearings. Since she really does not know what happened during those meetings she hesitates in answering yes or no. Vice-Mayor Zipf stated his point is that the Council tried to get the participation of the people by the hearings and welcome participation. Councilmember Renneckar asked if she belongs to a homeowners association and if so does she attend those meetings? She replied no because up until a year ago she was a renter in the townhomes. Mr. Renneckar asked if the homeowners association receive Council Agendas and then 8-26-87 Town Council Study Session page 3 publicize those to the homeowners. Mrs. MacDonald replied that the minutes that are distributed to the members did not contain notice of Town meetings. Mayor Engle thanked Mrs. MacDonald for her interest and announced that the Council will make a decision at the September 9th Council meeting. Jon Mitchell - Mr. Mitchell's occupation is a CPA and he has been a town resident since March of 1985. Vice-Mayor Zipf asked how he became interested in the Planning Commission. Mr. Mitchell stated he had read the article in the newspaper. He has seen a lot of growth in Oro Valley, some growth he likes, other he does not like. Councilmember Hufault asked what he does and does not like about the growth in Oro Valley? Mr. Mitchell stated there is nothing he specifically disagrees with in the area, but would like to have more input. Mrs. Hufault asked what Mr. Mitchell envisions for development along Oracle Road? Mr. Mitchell replied as the town grows there will need to be services closer to the residents. He stated each case stands by itself in the needs and necessities of the townspeople. Councilmember Renneckar asked if Mr. Mitchell has ever served on any political body? Mr. Mitchell stated he has never served on a political body but has served on CPA committees and also serves on the Greens Committee for the Oro Valley Country Club. Mr. Renneckar asked Mr. Mitchell if he is aware that the Planning Commission is often subject to turmoil? Mr. Mitchell stated with any political process that is to be expected. He stated he understands that sometimes you have to take the heat in making a decision, he feels confident that he can take the heat. He will make the decision based upon facts and circumstances and he does not feel it would be very often that he would be swayed by the opinion of others. Mr. Renneckar asked Mr. Mitchell's opinion of the Rancho Vistoso annexation? Mr. Mitchell understands why it was done and that Tucson as a whole is on a rapid growth pattern. He feels without the annexation the Town and people would lose control of the Rancho Vistoso area. In order for a town to prosper and to have the lifestyle people want, you have to be able to control what is around you. Mrs. Hufault asked Mr. Mitchell's opinion concerning height restrictions. Mr. Mitchell stated that height restrictions should take into consideration 8-26-87 Town Council Study Session page 4 depending on the circumstances. Take a look at the projects surrounding the area. Councilmember Renneckar asked Mr. Mitchell what is the line between low and high density? Mr. Mitchell stated with the proper planning areas of high density can be as attractive and useful as areas of low density. He stated driving around Tucson he has seen some high density areas with open space that look very attractive and he has seen low density, 1 house per 3 acres, that is not very attractive. Mayor Engle thanked Mr. Mitchell for his interest. Mayor Engle reviewed the consent agenda with the Council. REQUEST BY WASTE MANAGEMENT TO INCREASE GARBAGE RATES BY $.50 PER MONTH Mayor Engle stated that Pima County has raised the refuse tipping fees from $4.00 a ton to $6.00 a ton. Based on this increase, Waste Management is requesting an increase in rates by $.50 per home per month. RESOLUTION NO. 305 - RAM'S HILL AT LA RESERVE ABANDONMENT OF ABOVEGROUND EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZE AND APPROVE A REMAINING 10' UNDERGROUND UTILITY EASEMENT Gary Kidd stated that the Town has all ready allowed an abandonment of the east 10 feet of that easement. They are now seeking abandonment of the west 10 feet. They will also convey the west 10 feet on an underground easement. Essentially, they are trying to assure the property owners on Lots 29 through 35 that they will not have utility poles on their property. What Estes wants to do is create a 10 foot underground easement to allow maintenance and construction of underground facilities for public utilities. Gary also stated the consent of all the utility companies have been received. Steve Hagedorn showed the Council the area of the easement. OV12-87-9 - DESERT MIRAGE AT LA RESERVE PRELIMINARY PLAT AND LANDSCAPE PLAN Mark Krauklis explained that this is a 50 unit zero lot line subdivision in La Reserve located south of the guardhouse along La Reserve Drive. The preliminary plat has been reviewed by the DRB on several occasions and is now ready for approval. Councilmember Hufault asked about the proposed 10' cuts and how they will be camoflaged. Harvey Gill showed the proposed 6 foot retaining walls along the south property line of Lots 33 to 28 and starting midway between Lot 27, 26, 25 and across to Lot 21. Harvey stated these retaining walls run along the rear property line. Councilmember Renneckar asked if this plat conforms with the P.A.D.? Steve Hagedorn replied yes. 8-26-87 Town Council Study Session page 5 AGREEMENT WITH TUCSON MAGAZINE FOR ANNUAL REPORT Mayor Engle explained that Mr. Jeff Swanson with Tucson Magazine will be putting out an Oro Valley Magazine, starting with a fall issue. If successful, hopefully we can print on a quarterly basis. Jon Devner stated an agreement has been prepared with Tucson Magazine which has been reviewed by the Town Attorney and Tucson Magazine and both are in accord. The agreement is written in such a way that if successful then we can go with the quarterly plan. The cost to the Town for this issue will be $500 to cover the purchase of the mailing list, printing of labels and postage. Jon stated he and Mr. Swanson feel Oro Valley can sell enough advertising to support the magazine. Mayor Engle read from the August 12th minutes "Mike Britt, speaking as an Oro Valley resident, stated that if this publication is successful he would like to leave the door open with the magazine to become responsible for the labeling and mailing costs." Mayor Engle stated that comment will be kept at the "top of the pile." Mr. Swanson stated legally he can not begin soliciting of advertising until after the contract is signed, however, through his network of existing advertisers with Tucson Magazine, he has received interest from the Sheraton El Conquistador, The Estes Company, Del Webb and Amcor. Mayor Engle reviewed a proposed Production Schedule with mailing of the magazine to the residents by November 23rd. Mr. Tom Puckett stated on behalf of Waste Management, they will be happy to advertise in the magazine. Mr. Swanson stated he has received commitments for including editorial concerning El Tour de Tucson that starts in Oro Valley which is a major event for the American Diabetes Association and also the NCAA Cross Country Tournament that was held at Canada Hills. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ALLIANCE FOR A DRUG-FREE ARIZONA Mayor Engle explained that the Governor is requesting all agencies participate in a membership for an alliance for a drug-free Arizona. Chief Wolff stated this is a request to attack the drug problem on 3 fronts; education, enforcement and treatment. The Governor wants a commitment by each municipality as well as the counties to back that effort. The Chief explained that currently we are working with CDO in the education and enforcement. Because we are not equipped to handle treatment, we will rely on other agencies that are equipped. There is funding available that is anticipated to filter down to individual agencies so the Town should not incur any out of pocket expenses. There being no further business the study session recessed at 6:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, / J C� w Kathryn Cuve l ier Town Clerk MINUTES OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION AUGUST 26, 1987 CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 P.M. PRESENT: E. S. "Steve" Engle, Mayor Henry Zipf, Vice-Mayor Cathy Hufault, Councilmember Steve Renneckar, Councilmember EXCUSED: William Scroggins, Councilmember Mayor Engle stated that during the study session Don Rossi presented the Council with 785 signatures under the heading "We the undersigned support the Mayor and Council of Oro Valley in the annexation of Rancho Vistoso". The Mayor stated twenty of those signatures were on the referendum petitions, 31 signatures are from the present residents of Rancho Vistoso. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were considered under the consent agenda: Minutes - August 12, 1987 Financial Statement - July Councilmember Hufault MOVED to ADOPT the consent agenda as presented. MOTION SECONDED by Vice-Mayor Zipf and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. REQUEST BY WASTE MANAGEMENT TO INCREASE GARBAGE RATES BY $.50 PER MONTH Mayor Engle stated that Pima County has raised the refuse tipping fees from $4.00 a ton to $6.00 a ton. Based on this increase, Waste Management is requesting an increase in rates by $.50 per home per month. Mayor Engle stated the current rates are $7.50 per month for curbside and $10.10 per month for on-site. Councilmember Hufault MOVED to APPROVE Waste Management's request to increase garbage rates by $.50 per month. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Renneckar. MOTION UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. RESOLUTION NO. 305 - RAM'S HILL AT LA RESERVE ABANDONMENT OF ABOVEGROUND EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZE AND APPROVE A REMAINING 10' UNDERGROUND UTILITY EASEMENT Gary Kidd stated Resolution No. 287 dealt with the abandonment which was passed by the Council on the east 10 feet of an easement on Lots 29 through 35 in the Ram's 8-26-87 Town Council Regular Session page 2 Hill development. The developer now wants to abandon the west 10 feet of the easement on Lots 29 through 35 and at the same time convey an underground utility easement covering that same west 10 feet of Lots 29 through 35. The difference between the 2 easements would be that the second easement will be totally underground. Gary explained the developer wants to abandon the surface portion of the easement. Mayor Engle read the caption to Resolution No. 305. Vice-Mayor Zipf MOVED to ADOPT Resolution No. 305. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Hufault and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. OV12-87-8 - RANCHO VISTOSO, NEIGHBORHOOD 7, UNIT 1 FINAL PLAT Mark Krauklis stated that the developer is requesting a continuance until the assurances are approved. Vice-Mayor Zipf MOVED to CONTINUE this item until the September 9th meeting. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Renneckar and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. OV12-87-9 - DESERT MIRAGE AT LA RESERVE PRELIMINARY PLAT AND LANDSCAPE PLAN Mark Krauklis explained that this is a 50 unit zero lot line subdivision in La Reserve located south of the guardhouse along La Reserve Drive. The average gross density is 3.6 units per acre, net density is 5 units per acre. The majority of the lots run from 6,500 sq. ft. to 8,000 sq. ft. The preliminary plat has been reviewed by the DRB on July 14 and August 11th with approval given on August 11th subject to approval by the Town Engineer on the drainage. The submittal now before the Council has met the Engineer's concerns. Urban Engineering showed a site plan of the project indicating the lots and units. He explained there is a 10 foot setback between the units. He showed the area designated as natural open space and the retaining walls will be a maximum of 6' high. The walls are conceptually designed to be concrete masonry, stuccoed and painted as was done in Stoney Canyon I and wherever possible the slopes will be revegetated. Areas with 1 to 1 slopes will be rock rip-rapped. He stated this project is similar to Stoney Canyon I. Councilmember Renneckar stated behind lots 13 and 14 there is a note that says a 4' drainage easement to be dedicated by others. Mr. Renneckar asked Warren if there a provision to get that drainage dedication by others? Warren replied that Estes has agreed to dedicate the easement. Mr. Renneckar asked Warren to follow up on this to make sure the dedication is done. Councilmember Hufault MOVED to APPROVE OV12-87-9 Desert Mirage at La Reserve preliminary plat and landscape plan. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Renneckar and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. 8-26-87 Town Council Regular Session page 3 AGREEMENT WITH TUCSON MAGAZINE FOR ANNUAL REPORT (ORO VALLEY MAGAZINE) Vice-Mayor Zipf MOVED to AUTHORIZE Mayor Engle to enter into an agreement with Tucson Magazine for the printing of the first Oro Valley Magazine. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Hufault and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. POLICE REPORT Chief Wolff reviewed the police report for the month of July. Chief Wolff stated statistics show July and November as heavy burglary months for Oro Valley. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ALLIANCE FOR A DRUG-FREE ARIZONA Councilmember Hufault MOVED to allow the Town to join the membership in the alliance for a drug-free Arizona. MOTION SECONDED by Vice-Mayor Zipf and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Hufault stated she has received a request fro Pete Cento on Hardy Road concerning the improvement of 400' of the road running to his property. At the time of the original Shadow Mountain Estates Improvement District he was left out because the portion of Hardy Road that runs to his property was being maintained by Pima County. Mrs. Hufault stated the cost for improving the road would cost from $900 to $1200. Mr. Cento has offered to participate on a 50/50 basis with the Town. She is not asking for action now, simply for the Council to consider it. Councilmember Renneckar stated he senses a correlation between this situation and the request for improvement of Linda Vista east of La Canada. He would like further information before he makes a decision. ENGINEERS REPORT Warren stated that ADOT will soon be putting up "Watch Out for Animal Signs" along Oracle Road to help lower the amount of deer hit by vehicles. CALL TO AUDIENCE Dorothy Montgomery asked for a report on the Circle K liquor license hearing. Councilmember Hufault stated the hearing has been postponed until November however our Town Attorney is looking into the possibility of getting the hearing held sooner. Steve Langford, 9140 N. Shadow Mountain Drive - Mr. Langford requested the Council to consider the preservation of the "greenway" along Oracle Road between Calle Concordia and Rancho Vistoso. He suggested a depth of 1/2 acre on either side of Oracle. Possibly a formation of an Action Committee could be considered. 8-26-87 Town Council Regular Session page 4 Mayor Engle stated the property along Oracle Road is selling for $6.00 a square foot, however he thanked Mr. Langford for his suggestion. EXECUTIVE SESSION Councilmember Hufault MOVED to go into Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. to discuss or consult with the Town Attorney for legal advice pursuant to ARS 38-431.03A.3. and for discussion or consultation regarding pending or contemplated litigation pursuant to ARS 38-431.03.A.4. with respect to the following items: 1. 9095 N. Oracle Road/OVO Associates vs. Town of Oro Valley, et al, Pima County Superior Court Cause No. 243945 2. Town of Oro Valley vs. Nicholas Scull and Oro Valley Home Rule Committee, Pima County Superior Court Cause No. 244496 3. Rancho Vistoso Annexation and Zoning4. Pima County vs. Town of Oro Valley, Pima County Superior Court No. 243859 5. Pursuant to ARS 7.5.3 discussion of personnel matters for appointment to Planning Commission MOTION SECONDED by Vice-Mayor Zipf and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. Councilmember Hufault MOVED to go out of Executive Session at 8:10 p.m. MOTION SECONDED by Councilmember Renneckar and UNANIMOUSLY carried 4 - 0. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a MOTION was made by Councilmember Hufault and SECONDED by Councilmember Renneckar to ADJOURN the meeting at 8:11 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Udt-4, / Kathryn Cuvelier, Town Clerk