Avondale public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a general plan amendment and rezoning for a 78-acre site to allow for a data center, private battery storage, and a substation. The project will include a closed-loop cooling system and a 10-foot multi-use trail along Avondale Boulevard.

• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment PL-22-0163 for Hermosa Ranch Technology Campus-South (6-0)
• Approved Rezoning Application PL-22-0166 for Hermosa Ranch Technology Campus-South, subject to eight conditions (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Board approved a proposal to modify park and facility hours to align with neighboring cities and improve safety. They also approved the November 9, 2022, meeting minutes and changed the board's future meeting start time to 6:00 p.m.

• Approved modification of park and facility hours (5-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)
• Approved changing board meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. beginning January 2023
• Tabled decision on naming the renovated community center at Mountain View Park

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to receive financial updates and provide feedback on the FY2024 budget. No formal actions or votes were taken regarding the budget or capital projects; the session was for discussion only.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission discussed logistics for an Open House on January 9, 2023, including digital flyers, decor, and table assignments. Members also identified volunteers for the Toys and More event on December 17.

• Scheduled Open House for January 9, 2023, from 5:30-7:00
• Assigned Washington DC Information table to Mariama and Rene
• Assigned General AYAC Information table to Max, Lee, and Tyler
• Assigned Community Service Information table to Eden and Elisabet
• Identified Lee Roseman, Tyler Cornforth, Rene Almanza, and Symorah Johnson as volunteers for Toys and More on December 17

City Council

City Council approved the annexation, rezoning, and general plan amendment for the Three Rivers Ranch project, which will include 961 residential units. The Council also approved a $2 million settlement for the heirs of James Holland, Sr. and several intergovernmental agreements regarding emergency services.

• Approved $2,000,000 settlement agreement for heirs of James Holland, Sr. (6-0)
• Approved Three Rivers Ranch General Plan amendment for 961 residential units (6-0)
• Approved annexation of 196.89 acres for Three Rivers Ranch (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 193.98 acres to Planned Area Development for Three Rivers Ranch (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Avondale Commons at McDowell Rd and Avondale Blvd (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1078-1222 for citywide Emergency Vehicle Preemption project (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1079-1222 for Regional Metropolitan Phoenix Fire Service Automatic Aid System (6-0)
• Appointed members to the Audit Committee, including Council Member Nielson and Max White (6-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will meet to finalize plans for an open house. The meeting also includes discussing volunteer opportunities and collecting AYAC applications and parent signatures.

• Finalizing details for an Open House
• Discussion of volunteer opportunities
• Collection of AYAC forms, including applications and parent signatures

The commission assigned members to specific informational tables for an upcoming Open House. The body scheduled new member inductions for December 12, 2022, and designated volunteers for a December 17 event.

• Assigned Mariama Camara and Rene Almanza to National League Conference table
• Assigned Max White and Tyler Cornforth to AYAC Informational table
• Assigned Eden Davis and Elisabet Cortez to Global Youth Service Day table
• Scheduled inductions for Everett Taylor and Lee Roseman on 12.12.2022
• Designated Lee Roseman, Symorah Johnson, Tyler Cornforth, and Rene Almanza to volunteer for Toys and More on December 17

City Council

The City Council approved three liquor licenses and adopted ordinances for the abandonment of a drainage easement and the acquisition of real property for the Well 26 Project. Several items regarding the Three Rivers Ranch development were continued to December 5, 2022. The council also authorized updated banking and investing authority for city officials.

• Recommended approval of Series 6 liquor license for Main Event (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 10 liquor license for Festival Outfitter (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 12 liquor license for Sushi Love (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2062-1122 to abandon a public drainage easement (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2063-1122 to acquire real property for Well 26 Project (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1077-1122 authorizing banking and investing authority (6-0)
• Tabled Three Rivers Ranch General Plan Amendment, Annexation, and Rezoning to Dec 5, 2022 (6-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This is a procedural notice regarding a possible quorum of Avondale City Council and board members at an upcoming event. No official action will be taken during the Family Fishing Derby on November 19, 2022.

• Family Fishing Derby at Festival Fields Park

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This is a procedural notice regarding upcoming community events where a quorum of Avondale City Council or board members may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• Veteran’s Day Fitness Run & Ceremony
• WeRide Grand Micro Transit Kick-Off Event
• Avondale Commons Ground Breaking
• Tap 2 Craft Beer & Wine Lounge Ribbon Cutting
• BLVD Parking Garage Ribbon Cutting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider two amendment requests for the Alamar Planned Area Development. Both requests are submitted by Brookfield Lakin LLC.

• Minor General Plan Amendment (PL-22-0067)
• Major Planned Area Development Amendment (PL-22-0089) for 1,130 acres
• Approval of September 21 and October 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval for two applications to expand the Alamar Planned Area Development. The changes include adding 20 acres and 341 residential lots, as well as updating land use designations for a church parcel and a farm site.

• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment PL-22-0067 to change a 10-acre church parcel to Medium Density Residential (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Major PAD Amendment PL-22-0089 to add 20 acres and 341 residential lots to Alamar (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 21, 2022 and October 19, 2022 (4-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission inducted three new members and practiced a presentation for the Mayor and Council. Members brainstormed for an upcoming Open House, with task assignments scheduled for the next meeting.

• Inducted Trinity Lauer, Max White, and Amir Gill as official voting members
• Distributed parent/guardian permission slips to required members

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. The session primarily consisted of staff presentations regarding the Active Transportation Plan, park observations, and project updates.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

City Council approved a restructured pay scale for police recruits, officers, sergeants, and lieutenants effective November 28, 2022. The council also approved several land annexations, a final plat for Ascend Avondale, and a development agreement with McDonald's Real Estate Company.

• Approved new Police Officers’ Pay Scale effective Nov 28, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Ascend Avondale at Dysart and Indian School roads (6-0)
• Approved annexation process for 18.9 acres at 107th Ave and McDowell Road (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1075-1122 for McDonald's Real Estate Company development agreement (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 6 liquor license for Club Santa Fe (6-0)
• Approved Oct 3 and Oct 17, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission

The joint session served as an overview of the General Plan update process to provide guidance on the city's future growth and development. No formal legislative actions were taken; the session focused on discussion regarding land use, population projections, and housing mix.

• Adjourned meeting (11-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from August 31, 2022. Members received a presentation on development plans for the South Avondale Planning Area and discussed sustainability goals for 2023.

• Approved August 31, 2022, Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on October 24, 2022. The commission concluded officer elections and elected Symorah Johnson to an officer/historian position. They also discussed planning for an open house on December 12, 2022, and a presentation to the Mayor and Council scheduled for November 21, 2022. Minutes and attendance were approved.

• Elected Symorah Johnson as officer/historian
• Approved minutes and attendance

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees did not hold its regular meeting on October 19, 2022, because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions took place; this notice is filed for record-keeping only.

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend approval of a Major General Plan Amendment for the Three Rivers Ranch development (PL-22-0050), but denied the accompanying rezoning to Planned Area Development (PL-22-0110) on a 3-3 tie vote. The 194-acre project would have included 961 residential units with single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments west of Broadway and Dysart Roads. Commissioners also received a presentation on the draft Active Transportation Plan identifying 240 projects over three time horizons.

• Recommended approval of Major Plan Amendment PL-22-0050 for Three Rivers Ranch (4-2)
• Denied rezoning to Planned Area Development PL-22-0110 for Three Rivers Ranch (3-3 tie)
• Received presentation on draft Active Transportation Plan with 240 identified projects
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved a minor amendment to the General Plan 2030 Land Use Map and a rezoning to Planned Area Development (PAD) for Rio Pointe, a 4.62-acre site on Dysart Road south of Washington Street. The project will allow 65 for-rent townhouse units. The consent agenda, including budget transfers, grant acceptance, and code amendments, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved Rio Pointe General Plan amendment from Local Commercial to High Density Residential (6-0)
• Approved Rio Pointe rezoning to Planned Area Development for 65 townhouse units (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget transfers, and code amendments (6-0)
• Transferred $420,000 from City Hall Renovation to Community Center Repurposing
• Transferred $400,000 from Civic Center Plaza to Fire Station 172 parking improvements
• Approved $20,000 GOHS DUI enforcement grant
• Adopted ordinance amending fireworks use and sale times
• Adopted ordinance amending business license requirements

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice identifies several upcoming local events where a quorum of the Avondale City Council or various boards and commissions may be present. No official action will be taken during these appearances.

• Alamar Park Grand Opening & Barks & Treats
• Las Ligas Neighborhood Association Meeting
• Boys & Girls Club Event with Noah Gragson
• BIZERBA Ribbon Cutting
• Immortal Trees Bookshop Ribbon Cutting

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held officer elections and voted in a new chairperson, vice-chairperson, community affairs officer, and treasurer. The historian position remains vacant and will be filled later. Members also voted to prioritize fundraisers, donations, and city events for service-learning projects.

• Elected Mariama Camara as Chairperson
• Elected Elisabet Cortez as Vice-Chairperson
• Elected Everett Taylor as Community Affairs officer
• Elected Rene Almanza as Treasurer
• Historian position left vacant; members will present to run for the role
• Voted to prioritize fundraisers and donations for service-learning projects
• Voted to support City signature events and Neighborhood & Family Services programs

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a discussion-only item on restructuring police officer, sergeant, and lieutenant pay steps to address recruitment and retention, with options costing an estimated $1.3 million. No formal decision was made, but council members expressed support for reducing the number of pay steps and directed staff to return with more details. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included budget adjustments, a drought preparedness plan, and property acquisitions.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (6-0), including FY2023 budget adjustments
• Adopted Resolution 1068-1022 and Ordinance 2056-1022 for Drought Preparedness Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1069-1022 for SRP Waterfluence program agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1070-1022 amending economic development agreement with MGN1 LLC (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2057-1022 for property acquisition for Pressure Reducing Valve Facility (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2058-1022 for property acquisition for Alamar Community Park (6-0)
• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed police pay step restructuring; no vote taken

Planning Commission

The Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a minor General Plan Amendment and rezoning for the Rio Pointe Planned Area Development, a 65-townhome project on Dysart Road. The recommendation now goes to the City Council. A separate Major General Plan Amendment for the Three Rivers Ranch project was heard for public comment only, with action scheduled for October 19.

• Recommended approval of Rio Pointe Minor General Plan Amendment (PL-22-0153) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Rio Pointe rezoning to Planned Area Development (PL-22-0154) (6-0)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Heard public comment on Three Rivers Ranch Major General Plan Amendment (PL-22-0050); no action taken

City Council

The City Council adopted the Community Sustainability Plan and approved several development agreements, including one with Alta Avondale LLC. A proposed economic development agreement with MGN1 LLC was pulled from the agenda at the applicant's request. The council also discussed the Capital Improvement Plan prioritization, noting a $11.7 million shortfall for Tier A projects that is offset by savings from other tiers and projects.

• Adopted Resolution 1064-0922 adopting the Community Sustainability Plan (7-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Alta Avondale LLC via Resolution 1066-0922 (7-0)
• Authorized law enforcement training agreement with Glendale Community College via Resolution 1067-0922 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2052-0922 amending lease with ASC–Avondale LLC (7-0)
• Accepted drainage easements along Indian Springs Road via Ordinances 2053-0922 and 2054-0922 (7-0)
• Granted SRP power distribution easement for The BLVD Parking Garage via Ordinance 2055-0922 (7-0)
• Approved re-plat of lots in Interstate Commerce Center (7-0)
• Pulled Resolution 1065-0922 (economic development agreement with MGN1 LLC) at applicant's request

City Council

The City Council approved a rezone of 14.17 acres at Fairway Drive and Van Buren Street for the Fairway Residences Planned Area Development, allowing a 286-unit multi-family project. The vote was 5-1, with Council Member Pineda voting no. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $300,000 budget transfer for Fire Station 172 parking improvements and a $750,000 reallocation for the Dysart Road sewer replacement project.

• Approved Fairway Residences PAD rezone for 286-unit multi-family project (5-1)
• Approved $300,000 budget transfer from The BLVD Garage to Fire Station 172 parking improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 reallocation for Dysart Road Sewer Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City Council Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1063-0922 accepting $25,500 GOHS grant for police scanner (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2051-0922 establishing an independent Audit Committee (unanimous)
• Approved water delivery agreement with Salt River Project (unanimous)
• Discussed Western Avenue & Dysart Road intersection study; no action taken

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood & Family Services Commission unanimously approved proposed revisions to Chapter 14 of the Property Maintenance Code and zoning ordinances, which will now go to the City Council for final approval in September. The updates aim to clarify definitions, align enforcement with state law, extend fine payment periods, and add an appeals process. The commission also approved the June 29 meeting minutes and heard updates on code compliance, library card sign-up month, and upcoming community events.

• Approved proposed revisions to Chapter 14 of Property Maintenance Code and zoning ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved June 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Avondale City Council approve the Community Sustainability Plan. The plan incorporates public feedback received from June 27 to August 14, 2022, including responses to comments about water availability, recycling in apartments, and a pilot program to loan portable AC units to low-income households during extreme heat. The plan is scheduled for City Council consideration on September 19, 2022.

• Approved July 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve the Community Sustainability Plan (unanimous)

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a rezone for the Fuze 623 PAD, a 681-unit apartment complex with commercial uses, and a related General Plan amendment. The council also approved an employment agreement with Ron Corbin as the new City Manager, starting November 14, 2022, with a salary of $245,000. A proposed rezone for the Fairway Residences PAD was continued to the September 6 meeting. The council also approved a consent agenda with multiple routine items.

• Approved Ordinance 2050-0822 rezoning 38.86 acres to Fuze 623 PAD (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1062-0822 amending General Plan land use for Fuze 623 (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement with Ron Corbin as City Manager, salary $245,000 (7-0)
• Continued Fairway Residences PAD rezone to September 6 meeting (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, appointments, and resolutions (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1054-0822 canvassing August 2 primary election results (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2046-0822 amending noise code (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2047-0822 annexing Lower Buckeye Road right-of-way (7-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special meeting and unanimously voted 7-0 to adjourn into executive session to interview candidates for the city manager position. The session was authorized under state law for discussing the appointment. One candidate, Michael Lamar, had withdrawn his application prior to the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for city manager interviews (7-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission received a presentation on the proposed Drought Preparedness Plan (DPP) and discussed its measures, with some members advocating for more aggressive actions. The Commission also heard an update on the Community Sustainability Plan and scheduled a special meeting for August 31, 2022, to review the final plan and vote on a recommendation to City Council. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only action taken was approving the May 25, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled August 31, 2022 regular meeting to review final Community Sustainability Plan and vote on recommendation

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously (7-0) to adjourn into executive session to review applications and discuss candidates for the City Manager position. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and closed to the public.

• Adjourned to executive session to review City Manager candidates (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission recommended approval of two major rezones: the Fuze 623 project (a general plan amendment and rezone for a 681-unit multi-family development with commercial space) and the Fairway Residences rezone (a 286-unit apartment complex). Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final decisions. The commission also approved the May 18, 2022 meeting minutes and noted the Planning Manager's resignation.

• Recommended approval of Fuze 623 general plan amendment PL-21-0307 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Fuze 623 rezone PL-21-0306 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Fairway Residences rezone PL-22-0068 (3-1)
• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special and regular meeting on July 11, 2022. The council approved the FY2023 primary and secondary property tax levy totaling $8.4 million, with rates of $0.6458 and $0.9050 per $100 of assessed value. They also approved a consent agenda including liquor licenses, vehicle purchases, and various agreements, and adopted a major amendment to the Griffith Commerce Park PAD to allow an auto body repair facility. The meeting was largely routine, with no public opposition to the tax levy or PAD amendment.

• Adopted Resolution 1053-0722 setting FY2023 property tax levy at $8.4M (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a-i and k-p, including liquor licenses, vehicle purchase budget of $844,000, and multiple resolutions (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1048-0722 for First Things First grant renewal of $200,000 (6-0, Mayor recused)
• Adopted Ordinance 2044-0722 approving Griffith Commerce Park PAD amendment for auto body repair facility (7-0)
• Approved minutes from May 16, June 6, and June 13, 2022 meetings (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Craig L. Jennings as Presiding Judge (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2045-0722 creating Office of City Auditor (consent agenda)
• Approved $107,500 grant for homeless shelter services (consent agenda)

City Council Subcommittee

The subcommittee convened and voted unanimously to enter executive session to interview and discuss city manager candidates. No public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. The subcommittee has fulfilled its duties and will be dissolved.

• Adjourned to executive session for city manager candidate interviews (3-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

City Council Subcommittee

The subcommittee met and voted unanimously to enter executive session to review city manager applications and discuss candidates. No public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after. The subcommittee has since been dissolved.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session for candidate review carried 3-0

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood & Family Services Commission unanimously approved the February 23, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting included informational presentations on the upcoming Avondale election and Parks & Recreation updates, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a work session and regular meeting on June 13, 2022. The work session included a presentation on the Draft Community Sustainability Plan, with no formal action taken. During the regular meeting, the council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adopting resolutions and ordinances to repeal and replace city code chapters on community centers/special events and parks/recreation, and approving a lease amendment with Verizon Wireless. The council also received an overview of the RFP process for developing 14.8 acres in the BLVD Park Avenue District, but took no action on it.

• Adopted Resolution 1045-0622 and Ordinance 2040-0622 repealing Chapter 7 (Community Center) and adding new Chapter 7 (Special Events) (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1046-0622 and Ordinance 2041-0622 repealing Chapter 17 (Parks and Recreation) and adding new Chapter 17 (Parks and Recreation) (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2042-0622 approving first amendment to lease with Verizon Wireless for facility at Las Ligas Community Park (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda as a whole (6-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved CFD Resolution 4-2022, authorizing the sale and issuance of up to $4.2 million in general obligation bonds (Series 2022). The bond proceeds will reimburse the developer for public infrastructure costs. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved CFD Resolution 4-2022 authorizing sale of up to $4.2M in general obligation bonds (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Avondale Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board approved the May 11, 2022 meeting minutes and voted to cancel the July 13 and August 10, 2022 board meetings, both by 4-0 votes. The board received updates on the Tres Rios Nature Area, recreation programs and events, and park observations and projects, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Cancelled July 13 and August 10, 2022 board meetings (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2023, totaling $457,106,600. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding the city's budget and property tax levy intent. Additionally, the council will review liquor license applications and property acquisition ordinances.

• Adoption of the $457,106,600 final budget for fiscal year 2023
• Liquor license applications for Barrio Queen and Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar
• Ordinance for real property acquisition south of Van Buren Street and west of Avondale Boulevard
• Resolution regarding the intent to raise primary and secondary property tax levies
• Re-plat application for a warehouse development at Pierce Street and 99th Avenue

The Avondale City Council unanimously adopted the final FY2022-2023 budget of $457,106,600, along with a property tax levy resolution setting rates at $0.6458 primary and $0.9050 secondary per $100 of assessed valuation. The council also approved a consent agenda including liquor licenses, fee changes, and several ordinances, and discussed but took no action on internal audit roles and Fire Station #171 design.

• Adopted FY2023 final budget of $457,106,600 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1043-0622 setting property tax levy rates (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including two restaurant liquor licenses (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1039-0622 approving FY2023 fee changes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2038-0622 authorizing property acquisition south of Van Buren St (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2039-0622 granting SRP easement for Avondale Blvd widening (5-0)
• Approved re-plat for Pierce 99 warehouse development (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1044-0622 for FY2023 budget in special meeting (5-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board held a public hearing on the proposed FY2023 budget and tax levy, with no public comments. The board then unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the final FY2023 budget and setting the property tax levy for the district.

• Adopted CFD Resolution 2-2022 approving the final FY2023 budget (5-0)
• Adopted CFD Resolution 3-2022 setting the property tax levy for FY2023 (5-0)
• Approved the May 2, 2022 CFD District Board meeting minutes (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Commission discussed strategies for the Plastic Free July campaign, including outreach to green businesses, a possible proclamation, and a 'Plastic Free 4th' event, with staff to consolidate ideas. They also received updates on the Draft Community Sustainability Plan, a 28% reduction in municipal greenhouse gas emissions since 2012, and waste diversion rates. The March 23, 2022 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Plastic Free July campaign strategies; staff to consolidate ideas and update via email
• Heard update on Draft Community Sustainability Plan for June 13 Council work session
• Noted 28% reduction in municipal greenhouse gas emissions (2012-2020)
• Noted 2021 average daily per capita water use of 140 gallons, over half for outdoor landscaping
• Noted 2020 waste diversion rate of 15%, down from 18% in 2018; goals of 25% reduction by 2025 and 90% by 2050

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a major amendment to the Griffith Commerce Park Planned Area Development (Application PL-22-0034), allowing an auto body repair facility as a permitted use on Lot 12. The amendment is specific to the 2.11-acre site at the southwest corner of Roosevelt Street and 105th Avenue, where Caliber Collision proposes a 16,964-square-foot facility. The recommendation is subject to two conditions in the staff report and will go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2022 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of PL-22-0034, Griffith Commerce Park PAD amendment (6-0)

Judicial Advisory Board

The Judicial Advisory Board approved the April 2021 minutes with a wording change and developed eight interview questions for Judge Jennings' reappointment interview on June 15, 2022. The board also received an update on survey responses and confirmed the next meeting date.

• Approved April 2021 minutes as revised (unanimous)
• Developed eight interview questions for Judge Jennings' reappointment interview
• Confirmed next meeting on June 15, 2022, for public comments and vote on recommendation

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a consent agenda including two liquor licenses, budget amendments, and several resolutions, and separately approved a re-plat for a proposed Starbucks at Avondale Boulevard and Hilton Drive. The council also adopted a new Integrity Line policy for reporting fraud and received updates on homeless services. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved Starbucks re-plat at Avondale Blvd & Hilton Dr (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 10 liquor license for Lams Market (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 12 liquor license for The Spot in Avondale (7-0)
• Approved FY2022 budget amendment for fund transfers (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1037-0522 adding Integrity Line policy (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1035-0522 authorizing banking & investing authority (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1036-0522 accepting $3,000 GOHS grant (7-0)
• Approved $205,726 for Well 25/26 engineering task orders (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board approved the April 13, 2022 meeting minutes with amendments (4-0). The meeting focused on discussions about adaptive recreation, the upcoming renovation and renaming of the community center, and observations for Mountain View Park, including potential new facilities. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved April 13, 2022 meeting minutes with amendments (4-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved the FY2023 tentative budget, set at $574.9 million, and directed staff to implement a photo enforcement program to address speeding. They also approved the updated General Plan 2030 for voter ratification, a bridge housing project, and several consent agenda items including appointments and easement abandonments.

• Adopted FY2023 tentative budget of $574.9M (7-0)
• Directed staff to implement photo enforcement program for speed mitigation (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1027-0522 for General Plan 2030 readoption, to be ratified by voters Aug 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved bridge housing minor General Plan amendment (PL-22-0017) (7-0)
• Approved bridge housing rezoning to PAD (PL-22-0018) (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, HUD plan, and easement abandonments (7-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board unanimously approved the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes and adopted CFD Resolution 1-2022, setting the fiscal year 2022-2023 tentative budget. The motion to adopt the budget was carried 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 21, 2021 board meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted CFD Resolution 1-2022, FY2023 tentative budget (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the updated Avondale General Plan 2030. This is the first of two required hearings to allow for public comment. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Public hearing for Avondale General Plan 2030 Readoption (Application PL-22-0052)
• Approval of February 16, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Avondale Planning Commission held a public hearing on the updated Avondale General Plan 2030 readoption (Application PL-22-0052) but took no action, as staff recommended. The plan will be considered again at the April 20, 2022 meeting, followed by a City Council hearing on May 2, 2022, and a voter ratification election on August 2, 2022. The commission also approved the previous meeting minutes (6-0) and adjourned.

• Approved April 13, 2022 special meeting minutes (6-0)
• Held public hearing on General Plan 2030 readoption; no action taken
• Adjourned special meeting (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Avondale Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board met on April 13, 2022, and approved the February 9, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0). The board received presentations on proposed changes to City Code Chapters 7 and 17 related to parks and recreation, and on the department's proposed fiscal year 2022-23 operating and capital improvement budgets. No formal action was taken on these items; they were informational only. The board also discussed observations of Dennis DeConcini Park and received updates on recreation events and capital projects.

• Approved February 9, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Reviewed proposed changes to City Code Chapters 7 and 17 (no action)
• Reviewed proposed FY 2022-23 operating and CIP budget requests (no action)
• Discussed park observations and potential improvements for Dennis DeConcini Park (no action)

Judicial Advisory Board

The Avondale Judicial Advisory Board approved minutes from May 18, 2020, and elected Joseph Kreamer as chairperson and John Burkholder as vice-chairperson. The board finalized edits to the litigant survey and confirmed plans to distribute staff, attorney, and litigant surveys in late April 2022 with a deadline of early June 2022. They also scheduled meetings for May 17 and June 15 to review interview questions and interview Judge Jennings, respectively.

• Approved minutes from May 18, 2020 (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Kreamer as chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed John Burkholder as vice-chairperson (unanimous)
• Finalized edits to litigant survey
• Set survey distribution for late April 2022 with deadline early June 2022
• Scheduled May 17 meeting to finalize interview questions
• Scheduled June 15 meeting to interview Judge Jennings and vote on recommendation

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a work session on April 11, 2022, receiving updates on APS transmission line routes and the recommended FY2023 budget. No formal decisions were made; all items were for discussion only. The council discussed budget priorities, including public safety, staffing, and capital projects, and offered input on transmission line alignments.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only
• Council discussed APS transmission line routes, with members suggesting removal of Lower Buckeye Road option
• Council reviewed FY2023 budget recommendations, including $457.7M in expenses and $138.6M in new capital projects
• Council discussed adding 79 full-time employees with $14.4M total expense
• Council discussed increasing General Plan consultant budget from $175,000 to $300,000
• Council discussed eliminating local lobbyist contract, no opposition expressed
• Council discussed adding childcare services for employees, no decision made
• Council discussed funding for Citizens Academy, no decision made

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission held a regular meeting on April 11, 2022, discussing upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting focused on planning and coordination for KidFest, Homework Helpers, Global Youth Service Day, gardening, group bonding, an end-of-year project, and a movie night.

• Discussed KidFest experience and upcoming events
• Scheduled Homework Helpers session for April 14
• Mandatory volunteer opportunity for Global Youth Service Day on April 30
• Members to assist with garden at Resource Center in April
• Planned group bonding at Friendship Park on April 23
• End-of-year project: display board with pictures for open house
• Movie night at Harkins on May 9 in place of regular meeting
• Next meeting set for April 25

City Council

The Avondale City Council voted unanimously to direct staff to construct a new fire station on the current site of Fire Station 171, rather than relocating it. The council also approved a consent agenda that included a $34,500 executive recruitment contract, a $250,000 transit budget amendment, a $416,000 fuel budget amendment, and a final plat for Alamar Phase 3 creating 345 single-family lots. A public hearing on the HUD Annual Action Plan was held for discussion only, with no action taken.

• Directed staff to construct new fire station on current site (7-0)
• Approved $34,500 executive recruitment PSA with Ralph Andersen & Associates (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 transit budget amendment for ZOOM Circulator (7-0)
• Approved $416,000 fuel budget amendment for City fleet (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 increase for fire apparatus maintenance (7-0)
• Approved Alamar Phase 3 final plat, 345 single-family lots (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-0422 granting SRP easements for 107th Ave & McDowell (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-0422 amending Phoenix Children's Hospital lease (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission met on March 28, 2022, and discussed several upcoming activities. Members who attended the Washington, D.C. trip shared their experiences. The commission discussed the required Global Youth Service Day on April 30, Homework Helpers training, and starting garden work at the Resource Center in April. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Discussed Washington, D.C. trip experiences
• Discussed required Global Youth Service Day on April 30
• Discussed Homework Helpers training process
• Discussed starting garden work at Resource Center in April

Sustainability Commission

The Avondale Sustainability Commission reviewed the Draft Community Sustainability Plan and provided feedback on its eight pathways, including concerns about solar access for low-income households, warehouse traffic emissions, stormwater harvesting, and composting. No formal decisions were made on the plan. The Commission also approved the January 26, 2022 minutes and decided to hold the next meeting in person if health protocols allow.

• Approved January 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed Draft Community Sustainability Plan and provided feedback (no formal action)
• Decided next meeting to be in-person if health protocols allow

Volunteer Fire Pension Board (Inactive)

The Avondale Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board met online and unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2021 annual report for submission to the State Fire Marshal. The board also appointed Eddie James as Chair and approved the March 10, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the benefits review was for discussion only.

• Appointed Eddie James as Chair (4-0)
• Approved March 10, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY2021 annual report to State Fire Marshal (4-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a minor General Plan amendment and rezoning for the 70-unit Avondale Villages townhome project at Thomas and Dysart roads, changing the land use from Local Commercial to High Density Residential and from Palm Valley PAD Commercial to Avondale Villages PAD Residential. The council also approved the 432-unit Ascend at Avondale multifamily and townhome development, the 95-room Avid Hotel and Shops, the 300-unit Encore Avondale apartments, and the 360-unit Alta Avondale apartments. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved Avondale Villages General Plan amendment to High Density Residential (7-0)
• Approved Avondale Villages rezoning to PAD Residential for 70 townhomes (7-0)
• Approved Ascend at Avondale rezoning for 432 apartments, 125 townhomes, and commercial (7-0)
• Approved Avid Hotel and Shops development plan for 95-room hotel and retail (7-0)
• Approved Encore Avondale development plan for 300-unit apartment community (7-0)
• Approved Alta Avondale development plan for 360-unit apartment community (7-0)
• Approved $1.745M budget amendment for vehicle purchases (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Avondale Professional Firefighters Association (7-0)

Employee Benefit Trust Board

The Employee Benefits Trust Board elected Daniel Schuh as chair after Nancy Fantasia resigned, approved the FY2023 medical and dental contribution rates as presented, and recommended that all pharmacy rebates and other reimbursements be put back into the Trust fund. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 29, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from June 29, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Elected Daniel Schuh as Board Chair (4-0)
• Recommended all pharmacy rebates and other reimbursements be put back into Trust fund (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 medical and dental employee contribution rates as presented (4-0)

Art Committee

The committee will review public art projects related to the Public Art Master Plan. This includes reviewing Annual Action Plans for FY 2021/2022 and FY 22/23. The meeting also includes updates from community art organizations.

• Review of Alamar City Park projects in the FY 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan
• Discussion of FY 22/23 plans for Art at the BLVD and public facilities
• Updates from art, community, and educational organizations
• Approval of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved a 2.5% employee compensation increase effective March 21, 2022, as part of the consent agenda. The consent agenda also included amendments to professional services award authority, an economic development agreement with MGN1 LLC, abandonment of a drainage easement, a temporary fire access easement, a utility easement for Fire Station No. 175, and a final plat for Fulton Homes Acclaim Phase 1B. All items were approved unanimously 5-0. The meeting was procedural with no separate discussion on individual items.

• Approved 2.5% employee compensation increase (5-0)
• Amended Administrative Award Authority for professional contract services (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1016-0322 for MGN1 LLC economic development agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2015-0322 abandoning drainage easement at LIV Avondale (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2016-0322 accepting temporary fire access easement with Virtua 99th, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2017-0322 increasing utility easement for Fire Station No. 175 (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Fulton Homes Acclaim Phase 1B, 142 lots (5-0)

City Council Subcommittee

The Avondale Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees met online and unanimously recommended appointments to several boards, including the Board of Adjustment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Volunteer Fire Department Pension Board. They also directed staff to continue recruitment for the Employee Benefits Trust Board. The subcommittee discussed the upcoming March 30 appreciation event but took no formal action on it.

• Reappointed Gloria Solorio as Subcommittee Chair (3-0)
• Approved minutes of November 29, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended Kenneth Shoaff and Frank Neuman as regular members to Board of Adjustment (3-0)
• Recommended Mayra Espino as regular member and Stephanie Rodriguez as alternate to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended Kenneth Shoaff as regular member to Volunteer Fire Department Pension Board (3-0)
• Directed staff to continue recruitment for Employee Benefits Trust Board (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 PM (3-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved a rezoning and conditional use permit for a QuikTrip gas station and convenience store at the southwest corner of McDowell Road and 107th Avenue. The council also approved a $280,000 budget amendment for a pedestrian crossing project near Littleton Elementary School and authorized an intergovernmental agreement with Gilbert for police recruit training. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved rezoning of 7.37 acres at McDowell Rd & 107th Ave from AG to C-3 for QuikTrip (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for QuikTrip gas station/convenience store (7-0)
• Approved $280,000 budget amendment for Littleton Elementary HAWK crossing project (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1013-0222 for police recruit training agreement with Gilbert (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1015-0222 increasing holiday bank hours from 88 to 96 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 27.6 acres for M&P Transport industrial use (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for M&P Transport fueling/dispatch station (7-0)
• Approved $340,429.63 financial agreement with Arizona Complete Health (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve the Ascend at Avondale rezone (PL-21-0267) with seven conditions, forwarding a recommendation to the City Council. It also approved the Avondale Villages minor General Plan amendment (PL-21-0248) and rezone (PL-21-0247) by 4-1 votes, and approved development plans for Encore Avondale, Alta Avondale, and Avid Hotel and Shops, each with conditions. All items were recommendations to the City Council.

• Approved Ascend at Avondale rezone (PL-21-0267) with 7 conditions, 5-0.
• Approved Avondale Villages minor General Plan amendment (PL-21-0248), 4-1.
• Approved Avondale Villages rezone (PL-21-0247) with 8 conditions, 4-1.
• Approved Encore Avondale development plan (PL-21-0331) with 9 conditions, 5-0.
• Approved Alta Avondale development plan (PL-21-0353) with 11 conditions, 5-0.
• Approved Avid Hotel and Shops development plan (PL-21-0062) with 10 conditions, 5-0.
• Approved January 19, 2022 minutes, 5-0.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:59 p.m., 5-0.

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board approved the January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0). The board received updates on the Aquatics Center, recreation events, and parks projects, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council approved the annexation, General Plan amendment, and rezoning for The Residences at Agua Fria, a 266-unit multifamily development, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. The council also approved the LIV Avondale development plan for a 316-unit apartment community with retail space. Additionally, the council adopted a funding agreement for the Avondale EDGE EMCC Scholarship Fund and approved several consent agenda items, including a sexual assault kit testing MOU and a maintenance improvement district for Alamar Phase 4.

• Approved annexation of 4.11 acres for The Residences at Agua Fria (7-0)
• Approved General Plan amendment from MDR to HDR for 7.16 acres (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 22.3 acres to The Residences at Agua Fria PAD (7-0)
• Approved LIV Avondale development plan for 316-unit multifamily community (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1008-0222 for Avondale EDGE EMCC Scholarship Fund (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1007-0222 for sexual assault kit testing MOU (7-0)
• Approved Alamar Phase 4 Replat creating 22 single-family lots (7-0)
• Appointed Council Member Solorio to Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions and Committees (7-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Avondale Sustainability Commission unanimously approved its 2022 annual goals, which include engaging high school students, reviewing the draft Community Sustainability Plan, and supporting a Green Business Blitz. The commission also elected Paul Lemmon as Chair and Daniel Schuh as Vice Chair. No public comments were made, and the minutes from previous meetings were approved.

• Approved September 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2021 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Paul Lemmon as Chair and Daniel Schuh as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Goals as amended (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Avondale Municipal Art Committee approved the design for the 'Retro Maven' sculpture at the BLVD Garage, part of the INFLUX project, and also approved the Alamar Community Park public art project and several sponsorship grants. The committee tabled the Black History Month murals request pending more information and noted the Art Organizations Update was tabled.

• Approved Retro Maven sculpture design for INFLUX at BLVD Garage (unanimous)
• Approved Alamar Community Park public art project design (unanimous)
• Approved sponsorship grant for Agua Fria High School Spring Art Show (unanimous)
• Approved sponsorship grant for Amberlea Elementary School Mariachi Education Program (unanimous)
• Tabled Black History Month murals sponsorship request
• Approved traffic utility box restoration project (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Avondale City Council unanimously appointed Gloria Solorio to fill the council vacancy left by Pat Dennis's resignation, with a term expiring December 31, 2024. The council also approved $1 million from General Fund contingency for the BLVD parking garage and funded a vehicle for the Fire and Medical Department's Low Acuity Unit. Several development projects were approved, including the Fairway Commerce Center and Shadow Ridge, along with multiple liquor license transfers and routine resolutions.

• Appointed Gloria Solorio to fill council vacancy (6-0)
• Approved $1M from General Fund contingency for BLVD parking garage (6-0)
• Approved funding for Low Acuity Unit vehicle purchase (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1005-0122 for Fairway Commerce Center General Plan amendment (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2003-0122 rezoning Fairway Commerce Center to PAD (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1006-0122 for Shadow Ridge General Plan amendment (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2004-0122 annexing 115.71 acres for Shadow Ridge (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2005-0122 rezoning Shadow Ridge to PAD (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will review rezoning requests for M&P Transport Company and QuikTrip. It will also consider a development plan for the 316-unit LIV Avondale apartment community.

• Rezoning 27.6 acres near Lower Buckeye and Litchfield Roads for M&P Transport Company
• Conditional Use Permit for an M&P Transport Company fueling and weighing station
• Rezoning 7.37 acres at McDowell Road and 107th Avenue for QuikTrip and Big O Tires
• Conditional Use Permit for a gas station and convenience store at McDowell and 107th Avenue
• Development plan review for the 316-unit LIV Avondale apartment community

The Avondale Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of four applications to the City Council: a rezone and conditional use permit for M&P Transport Company's industrial trucking facility, a rezone and conditional use permit for a QuikTrip gas station and convenience store, and a development plan for the Liv Avondale multifamily project. All votes were 6-1 or 7-0, with Vice Chair Osborne absent for the first two items. The commission also approved the December 15, 2021 minutes.

• Approved M&P Transport rezone from AG/MH to General Industrial (A-1) with 7 conditions (6-1)
• Approved M&P Transport conditional use permit for truck fueling/dispatch/weighing with 6 conditions (6-1)
• Approved QuikTrip/Big O Tires rezone from AG to Freeway Commercial (C-3) with 5 conditions (7-0)
• Approved QuikTrip conditional use permit for gas station with convenience store with 3 conditions (7-0)
• Approved Liv Avondale development plan (316-unit multifamily) with 7 conditions (7-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (6-1)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Avondale Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board elected Janet Beason as Chair and Marie Arellano as Vice-Chair, both by 4-0 votes. The board also approved the December 8, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on the strategic plan, accreditation, and upcoming events, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Elected Janet Beason as Board Chair (4-0)
• Elected Marie Arellano as Board Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a budget retreat to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, reviewing the city's financial health, capital improvement projects, and department needs. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with staff presentations and council discussion. The council also discussed priorities such as public safety and the upcoming search for a city manager.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the budget retreat
• Council discussed FY2023 budget priorities, including public safety and capital improvements
• Council agreed to begin city manager search in 3-4 months with a subcommittee
• Council discussed prioritizing capital improvement projects

City Council

The Avondale City Council held a special meeting and unanimously voted 7-0 to adjourn into executive session to discuss legal issues concerning the termination of the former city manager's employment agreement and to receive instructions for the city attorney. The meeting was procedural, with no public comment or substantive decisions made in open session.

• Adjourned to executive session to discuss former city manager termination (7-0)