Avondale public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Avondale City Council voted unanimously to terminate the employment agreement with City Manager Charles A. Montoya with cause, effective immediately. The decision was based on legal analysis citing specific subsections of his employment agreement. The council directed the City Attorney to implement the termination.

• Terminated City Manager Charles A. Montoya with cause, effective immediately (7-0)
• Directed City Attorney to take all necessary steps to implement termination

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to place the City Manager on administrative leave with pay. The council also unanimously appointed Cherlene Penilla as Acting City Manager. The meeting included an executive session on legal and employment matters related to the City Manager.

• Placed City Manager on administrative leave with pay (7-0)
• Appointed Cherlene Penilla as Acting City Manager (7-0)
• Adjourned into executive session for legal and employment discussions (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a General Plan amendment and rezone for the Fairway Commerce Center, a proposed 450,260 sq ft warehouse and distribution facility. The commission also voted 6-0 to recommend a General Plan amendment and rezone for The Residences at the Agua Fria, a 266-unit multi-family apartment community. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council for final decisions.

• Approved recommendation for Fairway Commerce Center General Plan amendment (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for Fairway Commerce Center rezone (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for Residences at the Agua Fria General Plan amendment (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for Residences at the Agua Fria rezone (6-0)
• Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Commission held a work session to discuss priorities for its 2022 annual goals. Members discussed potential focus areas including sustainable development south of the Estrella Mountains, community gardens, and participation in events like Tres Rios Nature Festival and a cleanup. No formal decisions or votes were taken; staff will draft goals for review at the January regular meeting.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at work session
• Commission agreed to seek input on South Avondale Plan at a future meeting
• Commission expressed interest in exploring community garden or school program
• Commission supported participation in Tres Rios Cleanup on February 19
• Staff to compile feedback and draft 2022 goals for January 19 regular meeting

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved the annexation and rezoning of land for the ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital, a 40,000-square-foot specialty facility at McDowell Road and 109th Avenue. The council also approved a major General Plan amendment for South Avondale, covering roughly 38,820 acres, and adopted a water deposit refund ordinance. Several Shadow Ridge project items were continued to January 24, 2022, and the Hermosa Ranch General Plan amendment was withdrawn.

• Approved ClearSky annexation (Ordinance 2065-1221) 6-0
• Approved ClearSky rezoning to Freeway Commercial (C-3) (Ordinance 2066-1221) 6-0
• Adopted South Avondale Major General Plan Amendment (Resolution 1110-1221) 6-0
• Adopted water deposit refund ordinance (Ordinance 2064-1221) 6-0
• Continued Shadow Ridge annexation, General Plan amendment, and rezoning to Jan 24, 2022
• Withdrew Hermosa Ranch Major General Plan Amendment (PL-21-0001) 6-0
• Approved consent agenda with 10 new FTE positions and multiple resolutions 6-0
• Approved sale of property at Park Avenue and Roosevelt Street (Ordinance 2070-1221)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board approved the November 10, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0). Staff provided updates on recreation events and parks projects, including Alamar at 75% completion, selection of construction managers for the aquatics center and community center renovation, and a planned water tank removal at Mountain View Park. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 10, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council Subcommittee

The Avondale Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees met online and unanimously approved minutes, recommended reappointments for current board members, and recommended new appointments. The meeting also included discussions on bylaw changes and an appreciation event, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved meeting minutes of November 29, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Carolyn Jones to Board of Adjustment (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Stephanie Robinson to Correction Officer Retirement Plan Board (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Angela Medina to Fire Fighter Pension Board (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Rose Vasquez and Lilly Lazo to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Linda Warren, Denise Stanfield, and Blanca Uvari to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Oliver Morrison and Michelle McMullen to Neighborhood & Family Services Commission (3-0)
• Recommended appointment of Gloria Solorio, Valene Johnston, and Eddie James to various boards (3-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on November 22, 2021, with seven members in attendance. They discussed a tutoring program starting in January for Avondale students in grades K-5, and reminded members to fill out an interest form. The commission also noted the November 29th RSVP deadline for the Main Event, which will replace the regular December meeting. No officer elections or formal decisions were recorded.

• Discussed tutoring program starting in January for K-5 students
• Reminded members to fill out interest form for tutoring participation
• Noted Main Event RSVP deadline of November 29th
• Announced Main Event will replace December regular meeting
• Discussed past and upcoming volunteer opportunities
• Encouraged members to sign up for volunteer opportunities via SignUp Genius

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for a 40,000 sq ft specialty rehabilitation facility (Clearsky) and approved a General Plan amendment and rezoning for the Shadow Ridge residential development. The commission denied a major General Plan amendment for the Hermosa Ranch business park and tabled its companion rezoning. A staff-initiated General Plan amendment for South Avondale was approved.

• Approved Clearsky rezoning from C-2 to C-3 (6-0)
• Approved Shadow Ridge General Plan amendment from ELDR to MDR (5-1)
• Approved Shadow Ridge rezoning from R1-6 to PAD (6-0)
• Denied Hermosa Ranch major General Plan amendment (4-2)
• Tabled Hermosa Ranch Tech Campus rezoning (6-0)
• Approved South Avondale major General Plan amendment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the sale of General Obligation Bonds and Pledged Revenue Obligations. The agenda includes public hearings for two annexation requests and a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility. Additionally, the Council will review several intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance 2061-1121 authorizing General Obligation Bonds
• Shadow Ridge Annexation public hearing for 115.71 acres
• Omni Avondale Self-Storage conditional use permit application
• Del Toro Commercial Park minor land division for an auto sales facility
• Agreement with Northern Arizona University for greenhouse gas inventory update

The Avondale City Council held a work session and regular meeting on November 15, 2021. The council approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included resolutions for an intergovernmental agreement with Goodyear, canvassing an election, a greenhouse gas emissions inventory update, and bond issuances. They also approved a re-plat and conditional use permit for the Omni Avondale Self-Storage facility, both unanimously. Two annexation public hearings were held but no action was taken.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0), including IGA with Goodyear, election canvass, NAU greenhouse gas inventory, jury services IGA amendment, GO bond ordinance, pledged revenue refunding ordinance, and Del Toro Commercial Park minor land division
• Approved Omni Avondale Self-Storage re-plat (PL-21-0152) (7-0)
• Approved Omni Avondale Self-Storage conditional use permit (PL-21-0151) (7-0)
• Held public hearings on Shadow Ridge and ClearSky annexations; no action taken

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board received presentations on the Active Transportation Plan and a new recreation scholarship program, but took no formal action on either. The board approved the October 13, 2021 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0) and adjourned (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will hold presentations and a vote for remaining open officer positions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding volunteer opportunities, tutoring, and the St. Mary’s Food Drive.

• Vote for officer positions
• Presentation from Jezreel Ramirez
• St. Mary’s Food Drive
• Tutoring
• Holiday Event

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on November 8, 2021, with 11 members and staff present. Members voted to elect officers for the Treasurer and Community Affairs positions, and discussed volunteer opportunities, a tutoring program, and a holiday event at Main Event in December. No other formal decisions were made.

• Elected officers for Treasurer and Community Affairs positions
• Discussed volunteer sign-up for Women's Marathon benefiting Make a Wish Foundation
• Discussed tutoring program plans and age ranges
• Scheduled holiday event at Main Event during December meeting

City Council

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for an unstaffed, walled, open-air battery energy storage facility on about 11.5 acres west of Avondale Boulevard and north of Broadway Road, near the Rudd Substation. The vote was 7-0, with Vice Mayor Malone abstaining but voting in the affirmative. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including budget adjustments, property donations for sewer lift stations, right-of-way abandonments, and plats for new subdivisions.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Sierra Estrella Energy Storage facility (7-0, Malone abstained)
• Approved budget adjustment of $137,200 for new Transit Manager and reclassified positions (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 budget transfer for Donnie Hale Park improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 1091-1121 and 1092-1121 forming Maintenance Improvement District No. 24 for Fulton Homes Acclaim (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2060-1121 abandoning 10th Street right-of-way for transitional housing parcel (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2057-1121 accepting donation of real property for sewer lift station at Parkside (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2058-1121 accepting donation of real property for sewer lift station at Fulton Homes Acclaim (consent agenda)
• Approved Final Plat for Fulton Homes Acclaim Phase 1A, creating 143 single-family lots (consent agenda)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a work session and regular meeting on October 25, 2021. The council approved the consent agenda (minus item 4i) unanimously, which included budget transfers, intergovernmental agreements, and ordinance adoptions. The Omni Avondale Self-Storage re-plat and conditional use permit were both continued to the November 15, 2021 meeting. The council also received updates on the Community Service Officer program and the Avondale Aquatic Center project.

• Approved consent agenda with exception of item 4i (7-0)
• Continued Omni Avondale Self-Storage re-plat to Nov. 15 (7-0)
• Continued Omni Avondale Self-Storage conditional use permit to Nov. 15 (7-0)
• Approved FY2022 Capital Improvement Plan and Asset Replacement Program budget transfers
• Approved fiber and conduit sharing agreement with WANRack
• Adopted Resolution 1088-1021 for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant IGA
• Adopted Resolution 1089-1021 for Maricopa County Parks and Recreation IGA
• Adopted Ordinance 2055-1021 amending Chapter 19 on preliminary plats

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on October 25, 2021, discussing a School Spirit Holiday Drive, a Halloween Cleanup, and a potential homemade blanket drive for December. Officer elections for Community Affairs and Treasurer were held, though the minutes do not record the results. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Discussed School Spirit Holiday Drive advertising methods
• Discussed Halloween Cleanup participation and photo raffle
• Discussed potential December homemade blanket drive
• Held officer elections for Community Affairs and Treasurer (results not recorded)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission held public hearings on three Major General Plan Amendment applications (Shadow Ridge, Hermosa Ranch, and South Avondale) but took no action on any of them, as staff recommended. The commission approved the September 15, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0). No action items were discussed, and the next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021.

• Approved September 15, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Held public hearing on Shadow Ridge Major General Plan Amendment (PL-21-0021), no action taken
• Held public hearing on Hermosa Ranch Major General Plan Amendment (PL-21-0001), no action taken
• Held public hearing on South Avondale Major General Plan Amendment (PL-21-0014), no action taken

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board approved the June 9, 2021 meeting minutes 6-0. Staff reported on grants received and pursued, including a $577,000 land water conservation grant and a $47,500 design grant for an underpass. The board heard updates on recreation programs and events, the planned aquatic center, and various park projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Heard update on grants, including $577,000 land water conservation grant and $47,500 underpass design grant
• Heard update on fall recreation programs and events, including youth soccer, Billy Moore Days, and WinterFest
• Heard introduction to Avondale Aquatic Center project, with budget approved by City Council on July 5
• Heard update on parks projects, including Alamar Community Park (60% complete) and Civic Center Plaza park (30% design)
• Heard report from Boardmember Hein on MyPlace Hotel manager wanting to collaborate on advertising
• Noted future agenda items: Active Avondale Scholarship update and cost recovery model

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held its regular meeting on October 11, 2021, with 15 members present. They voted not to move forward with a project with the Avondale Police Department, discussed sustainability with a guest speaker, and reviewed upcoming volunteer opportunities. Officer elections were held for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Historian, Community Affairs, and Treasurer, though the specific outcomes were not recorded in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 PM.

• Voted not to move forward with working with Avondale Police on a project.
• Held elections for officer positions: Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Historian, Community Affairs, and Treasurer (outcomes not recorded).
• Discussed sustainability with guest Danae Presler and gathered names of interested students.
• Discussed upcoming volunteer opportunities, including Creepin' Cruise and Billy Moore Days.
• Discussed the School Spirit Holiday Food Drive with St. Mary's Food Bank.

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included final plats for Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2-5, McDowell 117, Parkside Phase 1, and Verde Trails Parcel 6, creating hundreds of new residential lots. The council also established four new maintenance improvement districts for Del Rio Ranch III and one for Verde Trails Parcel 6, and called a primary election for August 2, 2022.

• Approved final plats for Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2-5, creating 357 single-family lots total.
• Approved final plat for McDowell 117, consolidating two parcels into one 19.06-acre lot.
• Approved final plat for Parkside Phase 1, creating 456 single-family lots.
• Approved final plat for Verde Trails Parcel 6, creating 110 single-family lots.
• Established Maintenance Improvement Districts No. 25, 26, 31, and 32 for Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2-5.
• Established Maintenance Improvement District No. 27 for Verde Trails Parcel 6.
• Called a Primary Election for August 2, 2022, and a General Election for November 8, 2022.
• Adopted ordinances to purchase property at 991 North Avondale Blvd. and accept a donation for a sewer lift station.

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood & Family Services Commission unanimously approved an amendment to its bylaws, changing membership from nine to seven members and reducing alternates from two to one, effective when current members term out or resign. The commission also approved the June 30, 2021 meeting minutes as written. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates on economic development and revitalization efforts.

• Approved June 30, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved bylaw amendment reducing membership to seven and alternates to one (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met on September 27, 2021, and heard a presentation from Officer Justin Iwen on school issues like fighting, TikTok trends, and street racing, brainstorming ways to help. They also discussed upcoming volunteer opportunities and open officer positions, with elections for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Historian, Community Affairs, and Treasurer scheduled for the next meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Heard Officer Iwen's presentation on school issues and discussed ways to assist
• Discussed upcoming volunteer opportunities and AYAC participation
• Discussed open officer positions and requirements; elections set for next meeting

Sustainability Commission

The Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Commission unanimously approved the July 28, 2021 minutes, revised commission bylaws, and a memorandum to City Council commending the Mayor and Council for advancing Avondale's sustainability efforts through a Community Sustainability Plan. The commission also discussed the plan's timeline, recommending staff develop goals for review before the draft plan's March release, and scheduled a work session to discuss goals before the next regular meeting in January 2022.

• Approved July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revised commission bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum to City Council commending sustainability efforts (unanimous)
• Recommended staff develop sustainability goals for commission review before draft plan release

Art Committee

The Avondale Municipal Art Committee approved two private-public art designs: Aaron Hillman's '48 of State 48' for the Avondale Commerce Center and a Native American-style design for Omni Self Storage, the latter with a stipulation to incorporate stakeholder perspectives. The committee also approved sponsorship recognition for WHAM bus events and joining the IN FLUX program, and discussed the Public Art Master Plan without action.

• Approved Aaron Hillman's '48 of State 48' design for Avondale Commerce Center (motion by Lewis, second by Fregozo)
• Approved Omni Self Storage public art design with stipulation to work with local Native American community (motion by Fregozo, second by Stanfield)
• Approved sponsorship recognition of AMAC for WHAM bus events (motion by Lewis, second by Stanfield, unanimous)
• Approved joining IN FLUX Program as Partnering City (motion by Fregozo, second by Lewis, unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 16, 2021 (motion by Lewis, second by Stanfield, unanimous)

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a $5.5 million budget transfer from General Fund Contingency to create a new capital improvement project for a commercial building in the BLVD area. The council also approved a 4th amendment to City Manager Charles Montoya's employment agreement (5-1), which included a housing allowance. Several land use changes were approved, including rezoning for a 100-unit affordable housing complex at Norton Circle and a 716-lot subdivision at Parkside.

• Approved $5.5M budget transfer for new BLVD commercial building (6-0)
• Approved 4th amendment to City Manager employment agreement (5-1)
• Approved rezoning Norton Circle to R-4 for 100-unit affordable housing (6-0)
• Approved Parkside General Plan amendment, PAD amendment, and preliminary plat for 716-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Avondale Commons height increase to 4 stories and rezoning to PAD (6-0)
• Approved FY2022 mid-year budget adjustments (6-0)
• Approved $50,000 for public art at Alamar Park (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1072-0921 for $10.4M expenditure limitation adjustment (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved three applications: a conditional use permit for Omni Avondale Self-Storage, a conditional use permit for the Sierra Estrella Energy Storage Facility, and a preliminary plat for Alamar Phase 3. All votes were 5-0. The minutes also noted the approval of the August 18, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved Omni Avondale Self-Storage conditional use permit (5-0)
• Approved Sierra Estrella Energy Storage Facility conditional use permit (5-0)
• Approved Alamar Phase 3 preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved August 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on September 13, 2021, with 25 members and two staff present. Members discussed results of a brainstorm, narrowed potential projects to environmental and social impact categories, and will bring two ideas from each to the next meeting. Upcoming volunteer needs and open officer positions were discussed; members will declare intent to run at the next meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Discussed brainstorm results and potential projects for the year
• Narrowed first project options to environmental and social impact categories
• Members will bring two ideas from each category to next meeting
• Discussed upcoming volunteer opportunities and AYAC participation
• Discussed open officer positions and requirements; members to declare intent at next meeting
• Former officers explained membership application and induction process

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved a rezone to allow warehouse and distribution uses on Lot 11 of the Interstate Commerce Center, enabling construction of a 95,580-square-foot industrial building. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included appointments, budget adjustments, easement ordinances, and final plats for residential and commercial developments.

• Approved rezone for warehouse use at 101st & Van Buren (7-0)
• Appointed Christopher Thompson as Planning Commission Chair and Lisa Osborne as Vice Chair
• Approved $33,000 budget transfer for McDowell Recharge Basin improvements
• Adopted Ordinance 2042-0921 accepting utility easement on Harrison Street
• Adopted Ordinance 2043-0921 granting electrical easement to SRP for BLVD Water Features
• Approved formation of Maintenance Improvement District No. 29 for Roosevelt Park II Phase 4
• Approved final plat for Roosevelt Park II Phase 4 (56 single-family lots)
• Approved final plat for AutoNation USA lot consolidation at 107th Ave & Roosevelt St

City Council Subcommittee

The Avondale Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees met online and unanimously recommended eight appointments to various city boards and commissions. Two agenda items on bylaw changes and the appreciation event were pulled and will return at a future date. The subcommittee also approved the minutes from its November 10, 2020 meeting. No members of the public attended.

• Approved minutes of November 10, 2020 meeting, 2-0
• Recommended John Burkholder, David Garrison, Ray Harwood, and Michael Kielsky to the Judicial Advisory Board, 2-0
• Recommended Jayaker Nagamella as Alternate Member to the Municipal Art Committee, 2-0
• Recommended Rosa Vasquez and Patti Nielson to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, 2-0
• Recommended Alan Aguendez Castillo as Alternate Member to the Planning Commission, 2-0
• Recommended Donald Foley to the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Police and Fire boards, 2-0
• Pulled agenda items on board bylaw changes and the 2021 Appreciation Event for future discussion
• Adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met on August 30, 2021, with 22 members and one staff member present. The meeting featured presentations by former officers about AYAC activities and membership opportunities, and discussions on how to join the commission. No formal decisions were made; officer elections were mentioned but not held.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special and regular meeting on August 23, 2021, approving a consent agenda with numerous routine items and several public hearings. Key decisions included adopting a new water and sewer rate schedule with increases for residents, approving a major amendment to the Avondale Automall PAD and a conditional use permit for an AutoNation used car dealership, and rezoning land for the Cerro Vista multi-family development. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved water/sewer rate increases (7-0), effective Oct 1, 2021 and Jan 1, 2023
• Approved AutoNation used car dealership CUP at 107th Ave & Roosevelt St (7-0)
• Approved Avondale Automall PAD amendment for used car dealership (7-0)
• Rezoned 11.51 acres for Cerro Vista 249-unit multi-family development (7-0)
• Approved $5M grant application for Aquatic Center Project (7-0)
• Approved $1M grant application for Civic Center Park Project (7-0)
• Approved $300K for BLVD Water Features splash pad (7-0)
• Approved $1.6M transfer to Economic Opportunities Fund (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved a minor General Plan amendment and rezoning for Norton Circle, allowing the Housing Authority of Maricopa County to redevelop a 46-unit complex into a 100-unit apartment complex. It also approved a General Plan amendment, PAD amendment, and preliminary plat for Parkside, adding 54 single-family lots, and approved a Freeway Corridor Specific Plan amendment and rezoning for Avondale Commons, a mixed-use development with 324 apartments and commercial space. All votes were 5-0 except the Norton Circle General Plan amendment, which passed 4-1.

• Approved Norton Circle General Plan amendment from MHDR to HDR (4-1)
• Approved Norton Circle rezoning from MH to R-4 (5-0)
• Approved Parkside General Plan amendment to Medium High Density Residential (5-0)
• Approved Parkside Major PAD amendment with 6 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Avondale Commons FCSP amendment to allow 4-story height (5-0)
• Approved Avondale Commons rezoning from AG to PAD with 12 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Parkside Preliminary Plat amendment with 4 conditions (5-0)
• Approved July 21, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The commission revised its July 2021 goal to instead draft a memorandum commending City Council for the Community Sustainability Plan and recommending a city-wide greenhouse gas reduction goal. It also discussed future meeting format, membership size, and a potential name change, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The commission approved minutes from May 26 and June 23, 2021.

• Approved May 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Revised July 2021 goal to draft memo supporting Community Sustainability Plan (no formal vote)
• Agreed to support Community Sustainability Plan engagement in fall 2021 (no formal vote)
• Preferred in-person meetings and 6:30 PM start time (no formal vote)
• Supported reducing membership to 7 voting members and 1 alternate (no formal vote)
• Supported renaming commission to Sustainability Commission (no formal vote)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved Application PL-21-0080 for the Pierce 99 warehouse project, subject to six conditions, with a 6-0 vote. The project includes a 47-foot building with reduced setbacks and a right-turn deceleration lane on Van Buren. Chair Iwanski announced his resignation, and Vice Chair Thompson will assume the role of Chair.

• Approved Application PL-21-0080 for Pierce 99 warehouse (6-0)
• Accepted Chair Iwanski's resignation; Thompson to become Chair, Osborne Vice Chair, Uvari voting member

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a minor General Plan amendment and rezoning for the Villages at River Grove, a 180-unit townhome-style multi-family development at the southeast corner of Buckeye Road and El Mirage Road. The council also approved a preliminary plat for a 56-unit subdivision, a development plan for a Dutch Bros. coffee shop, and a resolution amending personnel policies. All votes were unanimous except the personnel policy resolution, which passed 5-1.

• Approved General Plan amendment for Villages at River Grove (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to Villages at River Grove PAD (6-0)
• Approved Roosevelt Park II Phase 4 preliminary plat (6-0)
• Approved Dutch Bros. development plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1057-0721 amending personnel policies (5-1)
• Approved $113,300 in Contributions Assistance Program funding
• Approved $650,000 budget transfer for bridge housing project
• Approved $160,000 budget adjustment for Civic Center Park design

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood and Family Services Commission approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes and unanimously elected Jerome Brownlee as Chair and Jeffrey Rich as Vice Chair for 2021. Staff provided updates on library programs and senior center services, including a 42% increase in home-delivered meals. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

• Approved February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jerome Brownlee as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jeffrey Rich as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Employee Benefit Trust Board

The Board elected Nancy Fantasia as Chair and Ronald Martin as Vice Chair, and ratified vendor contracts and the budget adopted by Council. It also appointed Kathy Steadman as the Trust's attorney. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Elected Nancy Fantasia as Board Chair (4-0).
• Elected Ronald Martin as Vice Chair (4-0).
• Appointed Kathy Steadman as Employee Benefit Trust Attorney (4-0).
• Ratified vendor contracts (4-0).
• Ratified the budget adopted by Council as it applies to the Benefits Trust (4-0).

Sustainability Commission

The Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Commission held a work session where members discussed plans for an Electric Vehicle Roadmap for the City of Avondale, including vision, goals, strategies, and actions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and ended with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Discussed electric vehicle trends, industry growth drivers, and charging types
• Reviewed city actions already taken to support electric vehicle adoption
• Discussed proposed next steps for an Electric Vehicle Roadmap
• Adjourned the work session by unanimous vote (6-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special meeting on June 22, 2021, and voted unanimously (4-0) to adjourn into executive session. The session was for legal advice on personnel procedures and Fire-Medical Department organization. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned into executive session for legal advice (4-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2022 primary and secondary property tax levy totaling $7,015,188, with rates of 66 cents and 75 cents per $100 of net assessed value respectively. The council also approved a consent agenda including intergovernmental agreements for recycling, landfill, homeless services, and public transit, plus several ordinances and a final plat for Alamar Phase 4. A conditional use permit for an Extra Space Storage facility was approved, and two Cerro Vista items were continued to August 23, 2021.

• Approved FY2022 property tax levy of $7,015,188 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1048-0621 for Phoenix recycling services (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1049-0621 for Glendale landfill services (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1050-0621 for $107,500 homeless services grant (6-0)
• Approved $2.5M budget for Avondale Civic Center land purchase (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Alamar Phase 4, 464 single-family lots (6-0)
• Approved Verde Trails Parcel 6 Preliminary Plat, 110 units (6-0)
• Approved Extra Space Storage conditional use permit (6-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board unanimously adopted Resolution 5-2021, setting the primary property tax levy at 30 cents per $100 of net assessed value (raising $1,321) and the secondary levy at $3.85 per $100 (raising $16,957) for fiscal year 2022. The board also approved the June 7, 2021 meeting minutes. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved the June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0).
• Adopted Resolution 5-2021 setting the FY2022 primary property tax levy at 30 cents per $100 of net assessed value, raising $1,321 for operating expenses (6-0).
• Adopted Resolution 5-2021 setting the FY2022 secondary property tax levy at $3.85 per $100 of net assessed value, raising $16,957 for debt repayment (6-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:59 p.m. (6-0).

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved all four public hearing items and two action items on June 16, 2021. This includes a minor general plan amendment and rezoning for the 180-unit Villages at River Grove townhome development, a major PAD amendment and conditional use permit for an AutoNation used car dealership, a preliminary plat for a 56-unit subdivision, and a development plan for a Dutch Bros. coffee shop. The minutes were also approved.

• Approved Villages at River Grove minor general plan amendment (PL-20-0348)
• Approved Villages at River Grove rezoning to PAD (PL-20-0349)
• Approved Avondale Automall major PAD amendment (PL-21-0047)
• Approved AutoNation used automotive dealership conditional use permit (PL-21-0049)
• Approved Roosevelt Park II Phase 4 preliminary plat (PL-20-0353)
• Approved Dutch Bros. development plan (PL-20-0176)
• Approved May 19, 2021 minutes

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes and voted to cancel the July and August 2021 board meetings, with plans to reconvene in person in September. Staff reported that the city accepted a $577,000 Land Water Conservation Fund grant for the Donnie Hale Park renovation, with construction expected to start in July and finish around November 2021. Two other grant applications are pending: $55,000 for trail safety and outdoor education, and $250,000 for sand volleyball courts at the American Sports Center.

• Approved April 14, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved cancellation of July 14 and August 11 board meetings (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a work session, regular meeting, and special meeting on June 7, 2021. The most consequential action was the unanimous adoption of the final FY2021-2022 budget of $336,147,700 and a resolution setting the intent to levy property taxes at $0.6672 per $100 (primary) and $0.7552 per $100 (secondary). The Council also approved a consent agenda including a notice of intent to increase water and wastewater rates, which will be formally considered at the August 23, 2021 meeting.

• Adopted FY2022 final budget of $336,147,700 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1046-0621 setting property tax levy intent (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1038-0621 notice of intent to modify water/wastewater rates (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 18 items (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1041-0621 accepting $577,216 LWCF grant for Donnie Hale Park (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for School at Alamar, 21.22-acre K-8 school site (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Van Buren Fire Station Facility (7-0)
• Approved Biosolids Hauling contract increase from $205,000 to $240,000 (7-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board will hold a public hearing for discussion regarding the proposed fiscal year 2022 budget and tax levy. The board will also consider resolutions to adopt the final FY2022 budget and authorize bond issuances.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2022 budget and tax levy
• Adoption of CFD Resolution 2-2021 for the final FY2022 budget
• Authorization of General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $25,000.00
• Resolution 4-2021 to change Board of Directors composition

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board held a public hearing on the FY2022 budget and tax levy, then unanimously approved the consent agenda. This included adopting the final FY2022 budget, authorizing the sale of up to $25,000 in general obligation bonds, and reconciling the board's composition by removing two appointed members. All actions passed 7-0.

• Adopted FY2022 final budget (7-0)
• Authorized sale of up to $25,000 in general obligation bonds (7-0)
• Adopted resolution removing two appointed board members (7-0)
• Approved May 3, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee approved the June 22, 2020 meeting minutes. It reviewed eligible applications for the Contributions Assistance Program and made recommendations to the City Council. No specific application outcomes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved June 22, 2020 meeting minutes
• Reviewed eligible applications and made recommendations to City Council

Sustainability Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 24, 2021 meeting minutes. They received a presentation on the city's recycling program, noting low contamination rates and a new Solid Waste Manager position. Updates on the Municipal Sustainability Plan included a tree canopy partnership with SRP, an EV Roadmap, and plans for a Community Sustainability Plan. A work session on electric vehicle adoption was scheduled for June 23, 2021.

• Approved March 24, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled June 23, 2021 work session on electric vehicle adoption

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission recommended denial of a Conditional Use Permit for Extra Space Storage at Indian School and Osborn Roads. It also recommended approval of a General Plan amendment and rezoning for the Cerro Vista 249-unit multifamily development, and approval of a preliminary plat for the 110-unit Verde Trails Parcel 6 subdivision. All recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended denial of CUP for Extra Space Storage (PL-21-0003)
• Recommended approval of General Plan amendment for Cerro Vista (PL-18-0079)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to R-4 for Cerro Vista (PL-18-0080)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Verde Trails Parcel 6 (PL-20-0284)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a work session and regular meeting on May 17, 2021. The work session included discussions on proposed sanitation rate increases and an update on homeless services, but no formal decisions were made on these items. During the regular meeting, the Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included 18 items such as reappointing judges pro tempore, increasing spending authority for safety equipment ($80,000), technology equipment ($870,000), and arsenic/nitrate brine disposal ($45,000), approving a final plat for Village at The BLVD, and adopting several resolutions including intergovernmental agreements with Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, City of Glendale for State Farm Stadium services, and City of Litchfield Park for police services.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0) with 18 items
• Approved $80,000 increase for safety equipment and apparel spending authority
• Approved $870,000 increase for technology equipment replacement spending authority
• Approved $45,000 increase for arsenic/nitrate brine disposal spending authority
• Approved final plat for Village at The BLVD, re-plat of Avondale City Center Phase 3 Lot C
• Adopted Resolution 1028-0521 authorizing banking and investing authority
• Adopted Resolution 1035-0521 for IGA with Litchfield Park for police services
• Approved MOU with Flock Group, Inc. for police access to Flock technology platform

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board of Avondale, AZ cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021. No meeting was held, and no minutes or decisions are on file for this date.

City Council

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1027-0521 setting the fiscal year 2022 tentative budget at $394.8 million, which establishes the maximum expenditure limitation. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including a $50,000 increase in fire apparatus maintenance spending authority, a $200,000 First Things First grant renewal, and several property and right-of-way actions. The work session included discussion of proposed water, sewer, and sanitation rate increases, but no rates were set; the item was for discussion only.

• Adopted FY2022 tentative budget of $394.8M (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 increase for fire apparatus maintenance and repairs (7-0)
• Approved 3rd Amendment to City Manager Charles Montoya's employment agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1023-0521 accepting $200,000 First Things First grant (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1024-0521 for Lower Buckeye Road sidewalk IGA with Maricopa County (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1025-0521 accepting Proposition 207 highway safety grant (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1026-0521 approving 2021-2022 HUD Annual Action Plan (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for The BLVD Lake Plat (7-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved the June 15, 2020 meeting minutes and adopted Resolution 1-2021, setting the FY2022 tentative budget at $615,000. The budget includes a $500,000 contingency and anticipates a secondary property tax levy not exceeding $4.15 per $100 of assessed valuation. The board also noted upcoming public hearings for final budget adoption and property tax levies in June.

• Approved June 15, 2020 board meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1-2021 for FY2022 tentative budget of $615,000 (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually on April 26, 2021, with four members and one staff member present. The meeting was discussion-only, covering the Rio Cleanup Week, future events, and plans for the AYAC's future. No formal decisions or votes were made, and the next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2021.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at the meeting
• Discussed Rio Cleanup Week feedback, including app ease and suggestions for next year
• Discussed future events like writing letters to veterans and in-person volunteering
• Scheduled next meeting for May 10, 2021

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved the minutes from its February 17, 2021 meeting. The commission also received an overview of Open Meetings Law and land use topics from staff, with no action taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed Open Meetings and Land Use Law training (no action taken)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The Avondale Local Fire Pension Board approved the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes and approved a DROP application for Ben Avitia effective May 5, 2021. The board disapproved Steven Snyder's application for Accidental Disability and moved to accept Ordinary Disability pending completion of paperwork. No action was taken on future agenda items.

• Approved March 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved DROP application for Ben Avitia (effective May 5, 2021)
• Disapproved Accidental Disability for Steven Snyder
• Moved to accept Ordinary Disability for Steven Snyder pending paperwork

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved the final plat for Roosevelt Park II Phase 3, a 135-lot single-family subdivision, and adopted related resolutions forming a maintenance improvement district. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including an employee benefit trust, right-of-way abandonments, and a lease agreement. In executive session, the council directed the mayor to negotiate a third contract amendment with the City Manager.

• Approved Final Plat for Roosevelt Park II Phase 3, 135-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1020-0420 creating employee benefit trust (6-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 1021-0420 and 1022-0420 forming Maintenance Improvement District No. 23 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2016-0420 abandoning 125th Avenue right-of-way (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2017-0420 abandoning Broadway Road right-of-way (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2018-0421 approving lease with Queendom Concepts DBA New Penny Café (6-0)
• Directed Mayor to negotiate 3rd amendment to City Manager contract (6-0)

Art Committee

The Avondale Art Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss the Public Art Master Plan. The session includes an overview of existing goals, project types, funding, and proposed updates to the plan.

• Overview of existing plan vision and goals
• Review of implementation program and funding
• Discussion of proposed updates and timeline

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board approved the March 10, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0) and adjourned (5-0). All other agenda items were discussion only, including a presentation on survey results for neighborhood park enhancements and community center repurposing, plus updates on recreation and parks. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved March 10, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually and discussed upcoming volunteer opportunities, including the Rio Earth Cleanup Week and plogging. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 6:40 pm.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved an amended preliminary plat for Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2 through 5, a 358-lot single-family subdivision at the southeast corner of Buckeye Road and the Agua Fria River, bringing the total to 521 lots. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included two restaurant liquor license recommendations and a final plat for the Avari Apartments. The work session included discussions on the FY2022 budget and the Thomas Road Bridge design, with no action taken on either item.

• Approved the amended Preliminary Plat for Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2 through 5, adding 358 lots to the existing 153-lot Phase 1, for a total of 521 single-family lots.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the February 16 and March 1, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Recommended approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control for an amended restaurant liquor license for Trapper's Sushi Co. at 10321 West McDowell Road, Suite A101.
• Recommended approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control for a restaurant liquor license for Barrio Queen at 10455 West McDowell Road.
• Approved the Final Plat for Avari Apartments, consolidating two parcels into a single 16.39-acre lot at the northwest corner of Avondale Boulevard and Corporate Drive.
• Held a public hearing on the 2021-2022 HUD Annual Action Plan but took no action.
• Discussed the FY2022 budget and the Thomas Road Bridge design concept report, with no formal action taken on either item.

Sustainability Commission

The commission approved the January 27, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They received a presentation on the General Plan Update and discussed the Sustainable Development Theme, offering input on topics like solar, electric vehicles, and water resources. They also discussed youth engagement opportunities and received an update on the Municipal Sustainability Plan, noting 78% of its actions have been implemented.

• Approved the January 27, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Received a presentation on the General Plan Update, scheduled for voter ratification in 2022.
• Discussed the Sustainable Development Theme, with members recommending updates to charts, language, and content.
• Discussed youth engagement opportunities, including the Rio Earth Day Cleanup Week and KidFest.
• Received an update on the Municipal Sustainability Plan, noting 78% of actions implemented.

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular virtual meeting on March 22, 2021, with seven members and staff present. The meeting was discussion-only, covering an EENRC presentation, volunteer opportunities for a Food Truck Event and KidFest, and ideas for future AYAC projects. No formal decisions or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 6:40 pm.

• No formal decisions were made; all agenda items were discussion-only.
• Discussed EENRC presentation on community opportunities.
• Discussed volunteer opportunity for the Food Truck Event.
• Discussed volunteering for KidFest on April 10.
• Discussed ideas for future AYAC projects.

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution 1019-0321, approving the Specific Area Plan for Old Town, Cashion, and Las Ligas/Rio Vista to guide revitalization and new development. The Council also approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions and an ordinance, all passed unanimously. The work session included a discussion-only presentation on the FY2022 capital budget and asset replacement program.

• Adopted Resolution 1019-0321 Specific Area Plan for Old Town, Cashion, and Las Ligas/Rio Vista (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1017-0321 Second Amendment to Alamar Pre-Annexation Development Agreement with Brookfield Lakin LLC (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1018-0321 Intergovernmental Agreement for West Valley Investigative Response Team (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1015-0321 withdrawing from Arizona Metropolitan Trust (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1016-0321 authorizing City Manager to enter employee benefits contracts (7-0)
• Authorized addition of three FTE positions in HR and Finance departments (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2015-0321 authorizing sale of 12.99 acres at 11348 W Van Buren St (7-0)
• Approved February 1, 2021 City Council meeting minutes (7-0)

Risk Management Trust Fund Board

The Risk Management/Worker's Comp Trust Fund Board approved the prior year's minutes and voted to approve both the proposed FY22 budget and a supplemental request for $75,000 to hire an appraisal company for all City buildings. The budget and appraisal request were discussed before the vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:17 pm.

• Approved prior year's minutes
• Approved proposed FY22 budget
• Approved supplemental request for $75,000 to hire an appraisal services company for all City buildings
• Approved motion to adjourn

Volunteer Fire Pension Board (Inactive)

The Avondale Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board approved the March 3, 2020 meeting minutes and the Fiscal Year 2020 annual report to be sent to the State Fire Marshal. The report covers the fund's activity, including a $4,801 payment to the sole living volunteer firefighter. The board also reviewed fund benefits, noting the fund balance increased by $1,000 to $223,700.

• Approved March 3, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2020 annual report to State Fire Marshal (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Avondale Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0) and adjourned (4-0). All other agenda items were discussion only, including a fee schedule update, public input on park enhancements, and recreation/parks updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0).

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually and discussed open officer positions, feedback from a speaker series, and ideas for a final project. No formal votes or decisions were made; members agreed to each propose a project idea at the next meeting for a vote.

• Discussed open Treasurer and Community Affairs Officer positions
• Reviewed feedback from Career Speaker Series to improve future events
• Brainstormed final project ideas; members to present proposals at next meeting for a vote
• Scheduled next meeting for March 22, 2021

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The Avondale Local Fire Pension Board approved the December 15, 2020 meeting minutes and enrolled 16 new firefighters into the Public Safety Retirement System. No action was taken on an independent medical exam update for a firefighter's accidental disability claim or on future agenda items. The meeting was procedural and administrative in nature.

• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approved 16 new firefighters into PSPRS (Aaron Fajardo, Andrew Jachetta, Brant Arnold, Justin Conn, Jovanny Gomez, Jonathan Salazar, Gabriella Stefo-Lestinsky, Michael Whitlow, Ivaylo Ivanov, Ana Cano, Elias Avila, Alejandro Davila, Brock Jacobo, Keenan Murray, Trina Yuzuik, Christopher McBroom)
• No action taken on IME update for Steven Snyder's accidental disability claim
• No action taken on future agenda items

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included approving the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes, a $329,304.13 financial assistance agreement with Arizona Complete Health for the Avondale Resource Center, dedicating a power distribution easement to Salt River Project, and adopting amendments to the city's personnel policies. The council also voted unanimously to adjourn into executive session to obtain legal advice regarding a contract with the Arizona Metropolitan Trust.

• Approved the January 19, 2021 City Council meeting minutes.
• Approved a $329,304.13 financial assistance agreement with Arizona Complete Health for the Avondale Resource Center.
• Adopted Ordinance 2014-0321 dedicating a power distribution easement to Salt River Project along Fairway Drive.
• Adopted Resolution 1014-0321 and Ordinance 2013-0321 amending the City of Avondale Personnel Policies and Procedures.
• Approved adjournment into executive session for legal advice on a contract with the Arizona Metropolitan Trust.

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually on February 22, 2021. The meeting included a call to order, roll call, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a trial run for the Career Speaker Series with discussion and practice using Zoom. No substantive decisions were made; the next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2021.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Conducted trial run for Career Speaker Series via Zoom (no formal action)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission approved the Specific Area Plan for Old Town, Cashion, and Las Ligas/Rio Vista (Application PL-20-0056) by a 7-0 vote, which serves as a guidebook for redevelopment and includes potential expansion of the Old Town Avondale Business District Overlay. The Commission also approved the Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2-5 Preliminary Plan Amendment (Application PL-20-0154) by a 7-0 vote, allowing a 358-lot single-family subdivision with conditions. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Specific Area Plan for Old Town, Cashion, and Las Ligas/Rio Vista (PL-20-0056) (7-0)
• Approved Del Rio Ranch III Phases 2-5 Preliminary Plan Amendment (PL-20-0154) subject to 7 conditions (7-0)
• Approved January 20, 2021 minutes as presented (7-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the 2021 Five-Year Strategic Plan, creating a new Facilities Department with two new positions, and approving several intergovernmental agreements for sidewalk design. The council also held public hearings and unanimously approved a CARES Act funding amendment and zoning text amendments related to marijuana definitions. The work session included a financial status update for the FY2022 budget process, which was for discussion only.

• Adopted Resolution 1012-0221 approving the 2021 Five-Year Strategic Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2010-0221 creating a Facilities Department and adding two FTE positions (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1009-0221 for MAG sidewalk design on Lower Buckeye Road (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1010-0221 for MAG sidewalk design on El Mirage Road (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1011-0221 abolishing the Capital Improvement Plan Citizens Committee (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1013-0221 approving CARES Act funding amendment (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2012-0221 approving zoning text amendments for employment districts (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Dale Nannenga to Volunteer Fire Department Pension Board (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met online and approved the January 13, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0). All other agenda items were discussion only, with no substantive decisions made. The meeting adjourned with the board's approval (6-0).

• Approved January 13, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually and discussed open officer positions, a scavenger hunt, and the upcoming Career Speaker Series. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 6:45 PM.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Discussed open Treasurer and Community Affairs Officer positions
• Discussed scavenger hunt participation and social media promotion
• Discussed Zoom features and professionalism for Career Speaker Series

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The Avondale Police Local Board approved the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes and two normal retirement applications for Sergeant William Rademacher and Officer James Archer. The board took no action on Sean Maas's appeal after discussing it in executive session, and no future agenda items were set.

• Approved December 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approved Sergeant William Rademacher's normal retirement application
• Approved Officer James Archer's normal retirement application
• No action taken on Sean Maas appeal
• No action taken on future agenda items

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding land use amendments and rezoning for a new multi-family apartment community. The agenda also includes consideration of preliminary plats for two single-family residential subdivisions. Additionally, staff will provide an update on CDBG CARES Act funding during a work session.

• Rezoning and land use amendment for Nirvana at Harbor Shores apartments
• Preliminary plat approval for Alamar Phase 4, a 486-lot subdivision
• Preliminary plat approval for Roosevelt Park Phase 3, a 135-lot subdivision
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County for $206,370 in HOME funding
• Cost Participation Agreement with Roosevelt Irrigation District up to $11,559.35

The Avondale City Council approved a minor General Plan amendment and rezoning for the Nirvana at Harbor Shores development, a 172-unit apartment complex near McDowell Road and Harbor Shores Boulevard. The council also approved preliminary plats for two new subdivisions: Alamar Phase 4 (486 lots) and Roosevelt Park Phase 3 (135 lots). All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Adopted Resolution 1008-0221 approving General Plan amendment for Nirvana at Harbor Shores (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2009-0221 rezoning 7.40 acres to Nirvana at Harbor Shores PAD (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Alamar Phase 4, 486-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Roosevelt Park Phase 3, 135-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including HOME Consortium IGA with Maricopa County ($206,370) (6-0)
• Approved cost participation agreement with Roosevelt Irrigation District ($11,559.35) (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2008-0221 for SRP construction contract and easement (6-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will discuss officer positions and recognize graduating seniors. The agenda also includes planning for a scavenger hunt and a career speaker series.

• Officer positions
• Graduating seniors
• Scavenger Hunt
• Career Speaker Series

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met virtually and discussed open officer positions, a scavenger hunt, and a career speaker series. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; all items were discussion-only. The next meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2021.

• Discussed open Treasurer and Community Affairs Officer positions (no action)
• Discussed scavenger hunt with 6 businesses participating (no action)
• Discussed career speaker series progress and planning (no action)

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved the preliminary plat for Fulton Homes Acclaim, a 581-lot single-family subdivision on 153.2 acres at 99th Avenue and Thomas Road, with all six members voting in favor. The council also adopted a series of ordinances and resolutions, including recreational marijuana regulations, a council code of conduct, and a $738,611 contract amendment for the Riley Drive Wastewater Lift Station. A request to withdraw a zoning text amendment for medical marijuana dispensary hours was approved.

• Approved Fulton Homes Acclaim preliminary plat, 581-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2005-0121, recreational marijuana regulations (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1005-0121 and Ordinance 2007-0121, marijuana uses zoning (6-0)
• Approved $738,611 contract amendment for Riley Lift Station relocation (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1006-0121, council code of conduct (6-0)
• Approved withdrawal of medical marijuana dispensary hours application (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2003-0121, month-to-month lease extension with University of Medical Sciences Arizona (6-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2020 (6-0)

Correction Officers Retirement Pension Board

The Correction Officers Retirement Pension Board approved the retirement of Detention Officer James S. Plymesser, effective December 27, 2020. The board tabled the approval of the August 6, 2020 meeting minutes for review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved James S. Plymesser retirement effective December 27, 2020
• Tabled approval of August 6, 2020 meeting minutes for review