Avondale public meetings in 2023

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists several upcoming local events where city officials may be present. No official action will be taken during these scheduled activities.

• Tres Rios Clean-Up at Base & Meridian Wildlife Area
• Wreaths Across America at Goodyear Farms Cemetery
• Fire & Medical Christmas Party at Fire Station 175
• Virtual Neighborhood Meeting for PL 23-0303 via Zoom
• Sand Volleyball Complex at the BLVD Groundbreaking

Art Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Avondale Municipal Art Committee on December 19, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda included discussions regarding public art at Fire Station 172 and Goodyear Farms Cemetery, as well as updates on art scholarships and a proposed public art map.

• Public art concepts for Fire Station 172
• Public art proposal for Goodyear Farms Cemetery
• FY2023 art scholarship awardee report
• Proposal to amend art scholarship award limits
• Presentation of a 2024 public art map

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding land use and rezoning for an Ashley Furniture campus at 107th Avenue and Roosevelt Street. The agenda also includes several board appointments, grant acceptances, and a discussion on the FY2025 budget.

• Rezoning of 75.7 acres for Ashley Furniture office/industrial/retail campus
• Annexation of 54.73 acres for Tolleson Union High School District
• Acceptance of $62,500 Maricopa County Community Service Block Grant
• Acceptance of $36,602.10 grant from Tohono O'odham Nation
• Budget transfer for potential real property purchase near Dysart Road and Western Avenue

City Council approved a general plan amendment and rezoning for a proposed Ashley Furniture office, industrial, and retail campus. The council also approved several board appointments, grant acceptances, and an annexation request for the Tolleson Union High School District.

• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment for Ashley Furniture campus (5-1)
• Approved rezoning of 75.7 acres for Ashley Furniture PAD (6-0)
• Approved annexation process for 54.73 acres for Tolleson Union High School District
• Approved budget transfer for real property near Dysart Road and Western Avenue
• Accepted $62,500 Community Service Block Grant from Maricopa County
• Accepted $36,602.10 grant funding from Tohono O'odham Nation
• Approved Final Plat for The District at Crystal Springs
• Appointed five members to various City Boards and Commissions

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists several upcoming local events where a quorum of city officials may be present. No official city action will be taken during these scheduled events.

• Mountain View Community Center Ribbon Cutting/Dedication on December 7
• Holiday Posada honoring First Responders on December 8
• Westside Recreational Program Christmas Fundraiser on December 8
• Shop with a Cop at Avondale City Hall on December 9
• PD North Station Ribbon Cutting on December 11

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Board will review the November 8, 2023, meeting minutes for approval. The meeting includes a discussion to recognize outgoing Board Members for their service.

• Approval of November 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recognition of 2023 outgoing Board Members

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission will not hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2023. This notice is provided for record-keeping purposes.

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists upcoming local events where a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present. No official city action will be taken during these events.

• WinterFest at Avondale Civic Center Campus
• CLA Graduation at Avondale City Hall
• Ribbon Cutting/Dedication at Mountain View Community Center
• Holiday Posada — Honoring First Responders at The Ortega Home

Audit Committee

The committee will consider appointing a Vice Chair and approving recent meeting minutes. Members will also discuss external audit progress and a plan for audit sustainability. Additionally, the City Attorney will present on the transfer of the Integrity Line to the City Auditor.

• Appointment of Audit Committee Vice Chair
• Approval of September 28 and October 23, 2023, minutes
• Discussion of external audit status by HeinfeldMeech
• Review of a plan for audit foundation and sustainability focus
• Adoption of the 2024 Audit Committee calendar

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a rezoning request for a 164-unit townhome development at McDowell Villas. Additional actions include approving federal funding allocations, real property sales, and an update to the Avondale General Plan 2030.

• Rezoning of 12.34 acres for McDowell Villas townhomes
• $445,850 in Federal HOME Program funding via Maricopa County
• Sale of real property south of Park Avenue and east of Avondale Boulevard
• Granting of an irrigation easement to Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and Power District
• Update to the Avondale General Plan 2030

The Avondale City Council unanimously approved a rezoning for 164 townhomes at McDowell Villas and adopted a major update to the General Plan 2030. The council also dissolved the Youth Advisory Commission to restructure it as a department program and adopted 2024 public policy priorities. Several routine items, including election canvasses and property sales authorizations, were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2072-1223 rezoning 12.34 acres for 164 townhomes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1080-1223 updating General Plan 2030 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1078-1223 dissolving Youth Advisory Commission for restructuring (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1079-1223 setting 2024 Public Policy Priorities (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $445,850 HOME funding allocation (7-0)
• Authorized sale of real property south of Park Avenue (7-0)
• Granted irrigation easement to Salt River Project (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Harvard – Broadway 107 subdivision (7-0)

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees will review the November 6, 2023 minutes. The body will also conduct interviews for Planning Commission positions and consider appointments or recruitment for several city commissions.

• Interviews for Planning Commission: Ryan Benson, Daniel Smith-Castillo, Eddie James, and Al Nunez
• Appointment considerations for the Board of Adjustment
• Appointment considerations for the Sustainability Commission
• Appointment considerations for the Neighborhood and Family Services Commission

The Avondale Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees approved the November 6, 2023 meeting minutes and interviewed candidates for the Planning Commission. The subcommittee also recommended appointments for the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Sustainability Commission, and Neighborhood and Family Services Commission.

• Approved November 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Ryan Benson as Planning Commission Alternate Member through 12/31/2024 (3-0)
• Recommended Margarita Barron as Board of Adjustment Regular Member through 12/31/2026 (3-0)
• Recommended Al Nunez as Sustainability Commission Regular Member through 12/31/2026 (3-0)
• Recommended Daniel Smith-Castillo as Sustainability Commission Alternate Member through 12/31/2024 (3-0)
• Recommended Timothy Kroll Barron as Neighborhood and Family Services Commission Alternate Member through 12/31/2025 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:25 p.m. (3-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

The notice lists upcoming events where a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• Goodyear Aquatic Center Tour on November 28
• WESTMARC Business Tech Summit on November 29
• Staff Open House at Mountain View Community Center on November 30

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Commission will review the September 27, 2023 meeting minutes. Staff will also provide updates on city economic development efforts and transportation programs.

• Review of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Economic Development update by Ken Chapa
• Avondale Transportation update by Matthew Dudley
• Overview of the Leading Edge Non-Profit Community Impact Award process

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

The City Council and various boards or commissions may be present at several upcoming community events. No official city action will be taken during these gatherings.

• Heroes of Education at Phoenix Art Museum on November 16
• Annual Avondale Elementary School District Cafe on November 17
• Millennium High School’s Purple Star Candidate Ceremony on November 20

City Council

The City Council will review several items, including a request to modify the city's assured water supply designation. The agenda also includes a new plat for a police detention substation and an agreement with the Arizona Department of Revenue for tax collection.

• Final plat for Riley Property 3, a police detention substation
• Modification of the City's Designation of Assured Water Supply
• Agreement with Arizona Department of Revenue to collect local taxes
• Ordinance amending city code regarding special events
• Abandonment of Fillmore Street right-of-way

The City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including several board and commission appointments. The council also adopted ordinances regarding special events and the abandonment of a street right-of-way, and approved two land-related plats.

• Approved multiple appointments to city boards and commissions (7-0)
• Appointed Westley Tank to the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Fire Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1074-1123 for tax administration agreement with AZ Dept of Revenue (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1075-1123 to modify Assured Water Supply application (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2068-1123 amending City Code Chapter 7 regarding Special Events (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2069-1123 abandoning Fillmore Street right-of-way (7-0)
• Approved Re-Plat for Riley Property 3 police detention substation (7-0)
• Approved Map of Dedication for Entrada - 107th Avenue (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

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

• Avondale City Court Lobby Expansion Open House
• Fentanyl Community Education Forum
• Luke AFB Community Partnerships (P4) Meeting
• United Way/MLB Fundraising Carnival
• Vet Run

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. These include a 164-unit townhome development at McDowell Villas and an office/industrial/retail campus for Ashley Furniture. The Commission will also consider a city-initiated update to the Avondale General Plan 2030.

• Rezoning of 12.34 acres for McDowell Villas townhomes
• General Plan amendment for 65.7 acres at 107th Avenue and Roosevelt Street
• Rezoning of 75.7 acres for the Ashley Furniture campus
• City-initiated Major General Plan Amendment to update Avondale General Plan 2030

The Commission recommended approval of a major update to the General Plan 2030 and two separate requests for the Ashley Furniture development. It also recommended approval for the McDowell Villas townhome project.

• Recommended approval of 164-unit McDowell Villas townhome rezone (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ashley Furniture Minor General Plan Amendment (3-1)
• Recommended approval of Ashley Furniture rezone for 75.7 acres (3-1)
• Recommended approval of General Plan 2030 Major General Plan Amendment (3-1)
• Approved October 18, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The Local Fire Pension Board will consider membership applications for six Tier 3 Fire Recruits hired on September 25, 2023. The meeting also includes a rehearing regarding an Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Robert Sease. Additionally, the Board may approve minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting.

• Membership applications for six Tier 3 Fire Recruits hired on September 25, 2023
• Rehearing on Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Robert Sease
• Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting

The Board approved six new membership applications for Tier 3 Fire Recruits. Following an executive session for legal advice, the Board voted to deny an accidental disability retirement application for Robert Sease.

• Approved September 26, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted six new membership applications for Tier 3 Fire Recruits (5-0)
• Denied Accidental Disability Application for Robert Sease (4-1)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will discuss the School Spirit Holiday Food Drive and review officer election presentations. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• School Spirit Holiday Food Drive
• Officer Election Presentations
• Approval of meeting minutes

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

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

• Veterans Day Breakfast at The Wigwam
• NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway
• Sounds of Autism Walk-a-Thon, Car Show & Toy Drive at Goodyear Ballpark
• Clifton’s “Sesquicentennial Founder’s Day” Celebration at Fernandez Park
• Public Forum: Strategic Planning Process on Homelessness at Avondale Resource Center

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the October 11, 2023, meeting minutes. The Board is also scheduled to consider proposed fees for the Avondale Aquatic Center.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Proposed fees for the Avondale Aquatic Center

Art Committee

The Municipal Art Committee will review public art concepts and proposals for various city sites. Staff will also provide updates on Annual Action Plan projects and introduce the new Arts, Culture & Library Manager.

• Public art concepts for the Aquatic Center
• Public art at Civic Center Park
• Public art approval for Mountain View Community Center
• Public art approval for Dysart-Van Buren Rd well site
• Public art approval for The BLVD

City Council

The Council will consider several items including a final plat for 70 single-family lots at Del Rio Ranch III Phase 3 and a rezoning request for the Vazquez Building. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on a microlending project and various grant acceptances related to public safety and crime victims.

• Del Rio Ranch III Phase 3 Final Plat: 70 single-family residential lots at Durango Street and 125th Avenue
• Resolution 1071-1123: $300,810 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant for the Police Department/Southwest Family Advocacy Center
• Ordinance 2067-1123: Historic Avondale Infill Overlay rezoning for the Vazquez Building near Main Street and Central Avenue
• Resolution 1069-1123: Intergovernmental Agreement for the West Valley Sex Trafficking Taskforce
• McDowell Villas PAD Rezoning: Continuance request for a 12.34-acre townhome development

The City Council approved a rezoning request to apply a Historic Avondale Infill Overlay to a 0.34-acre site for a multi-tenant commercial building. The Council also accepted several grants for public safety and authorized the creation of a maintenance improvement district.

• Approved Historic Avondale Infill Overlay for Vazquez Building (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Del Rio Ranch III Phase 3 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1068-1123 amending Personnel Policies and Procedures (7-0)
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement for West Valley Sex Trafficking Taskforce (7-0)
• Accepted Urban Area Security Initiative Grant from AZDOHS (7-0)
• Accepted $300,810 VOCA Grant from Arizona Department of Public Safety (7-0)
• Formed Maintenance Improvement District No. 26 for Del Rio Ranch III Phase 3 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2066-1123 to abandon a public utility easement on Dutch Bros (7-0)

City Council Subcommittee

The subcommittee will consider approving the minutes from August 16, 2023. Members will also review applications to recommend appointments, schedule interviews, or continue recruitment for several city boards and commissions.

• Approval of August 16, 2023 minutes
• Appointment reviews for Audit Committee
• Appointment reviews for Planning Commission
• Appointment reviews for Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Appointment reviews for Sustainability Commission

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees recommended several individuals for appointment to various city boards. The group also approved the meeting minutes from August 16, 2023.

• Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended appointments for Audit Committee
• Recommended appointments for Board of Adjustment
• Recommended appointments for Municipal Art Committee
• Recommended appointments for Neighborhood and Family Services Commission
• Recommended appointments for Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Recommended appointments for Planning Commission
• Recommended appointments for Risk Management, Workers' Compensation, and Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension boards

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice identifies upcoming events where members of the Avondale City Council or various boards may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• DEA National RX Takeback Day at Fry’s
• Fire Station 175 Open House
• 15th Annual Dia de los Muertos Festival
• MLB Halloween Party at Avondale City Hall
• DalTile Ribbon Cutting

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

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

• Best of the West Awards Dinner at Desert Diamond Arena
• Upward Bound: College Preparedness at West Point High School
• Billie Moore Days at Old Town Avondale
• Tres Rios Clean-Up at Base & Meridian Wildlife Area
• Youth Advisory Commission and Boards & Commissions Open Houses

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission holds a special in-person meeting with one public hearing item: the first of two hearings on the Major General Plan Amendment (PL-23-0260) for the General Plan 2030 Update. The commission will review modifications to data, maps, text, and land use for information and discussion only; no action will be taken. A second hearing is scheduled for November 15, 2023, where the commission will take action. The meeting is not streamed online due to a location change.

• Public hearing on Major General Plan Amendment PL-23-0260 for General Plan 2030 Update (first of two hearings; no action)
• Second public hearing scheduled for November 15, 2023, with action to be taken
• Meeting held in person only at Avondale Resource Center, Agua Fria Room, 955 E Riley Drive

The Commission conducted the first of two required public hearings regarding amendments to the General Plan 2030. No votes were taken on the amendments; a second hearing and a vote to move the proposal to City Council are scheduled for November 15, 2023.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee met to ratify actions taken during a September 28, 2023, meeting that was not properly noticed under the Open Meeting Law. The motion to ratify those actions was approved unanimously.

• Ratified actions from the September 28, 2023 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several amendments to personnel policies regarding recruitment, discipline, and appeals. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances for real property acquisitions and easements, as well as updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and the Avondale Aquatic Center Project.

• Amendment to IGA with Maricopa County, Trellis for construction of three single-family homes
• Ordinance 2060-1023 regarding short-term rental licensing and regulation
• Ordinance 2063-1023 for property acquisition for a Pressure Reducing Valve Facility
• Ordinance 2064-1023 for property acquisition at 351 E. Western Avenue
• Minor Land Division application PL-23-0119 for Sierra Estrella

The City Council approved several ordinances including new regulations for short-term rentals and the acquisition of real property. The Council also voted to convert certain executive-level positions to at-will employment and approved quarterly budget transfers.

• Adopted Ordinance 2060-0123 regarding short-term rental licensing and regulation (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1065-1023 and 1066-1023 removing appeal rights for certain executive positions appointed on or after Oct 30, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved quarterly budget transfers and modified the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) plan (6-0)
• Authorized acquisition of real property at 351 E. Western Avenue (6-0)
• Authorized acquisition of real property for a Pressure Reducing Valve Facility (6-0)
• Approved Minor Land Division for Sierra Estrella (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1064-1023 allowing hiring of individuals under 18 for temporary service (6-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to IGA with Maricopa County and Trellis for three single-family homes (6-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists several upcoming community events where a quorum of the Avondale City Council or various boards, commissions, or committees may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• Make a Difference Day at Tres Rios Base & Meridian Wildlife Area
• Glendale’s Annual Stand Up Event for Veterans
• City of Phoenix North Gateway Recycling Transfer Station Tour
• Historic Avondale Cafectios
• Blue Compass RV Ribbon Cutting

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

The Avondale City Council and various Board, Commission, or Committee members may be present for the Consulado En Tu Barrio event. No official action will be taken during this gathering.

• Consulado En Tu Barrio at Avondale Visitor & Conference Center

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone land for the McDowell Villas townhome development. Additionally, the Commission will consider applying the Historic Avondale Infill Overlay to the Vazquez Building site to allow for a multi-tenant neighborhood commercial building.

• McDowell Villas PAD rezoning request for 164-unit townhome development on 12.34 acres
• Vazquez Building HAIO rezoning request near Main Street and Central Avenue
• Continuance requested for McDowell Villas to November 15, 2023, for readvertising

The Commission approved a Historic Avondale Infill Overlay (HAIO) for a 0.34-acre property to allow for a two-suite commercial retail building. A public hearing for the McDowell Villas PAD Rezone was continued to a future date.

• Approved Historic Avondale Infill Overlay for Vazquez Building at 219 West Main Street (6-0)
• Approved request to continue McDowell Villas PAD Rezone public hearing to November 15, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved July 19, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Avondale City Council will hold a work session for presentations and discussions. Agenda items include information on a police take-home vehicle program and research regarding a potential Non-Discrimination Ordinance.

• Presentation on the Integrity Line operation
• Information on a police take-home vehicle program
• Revisions to the City Council Code of Conduct
• Research on a possible Non-Discrimination Ordinance

The City Council held a work session to review proposed changes to the employee Integrity Line, a police take-home vehicle program, and the Council Code of Conduct. Members also discussed research regarding a potential Non-Discrimination Ordinance. No final votes were taken on these items, as they were for presentation and discussion only.

• Directed staff to remove compliance and enforcement subsections B and C from the Code of Conduct
• Requested another work session regarding the Non-Discrimination Ordinance
• Agreed a new full-time employee with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion experience should be created to handle potential non-discrimination complaints
• Agreed to conduct public outreach only after a Non-Discrimination Ordinance is created
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice informs the public of upcoming community events where a quorum of the Avondale City Council or various Board, Commission, or Committee members may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• Barks & Treats on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Alamar Park
• La Michoacana Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 10345 W McDowell Rd

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board will consider approving the September 13, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes updates regarding the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, special events, and parks and projects.

• Approval of September 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• ADA Audit & Transition Plan update
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan update
• Special event update
• Parks and projects update

City Council

The City Council will discuss options for regulating short-term rentals in the city. The agenda also includes reviewing liquor license applications and a settlement for a bodily injury claim. A special session will feature new employee introductions and several proclamations.

• $55,697 settlement agreement for Roberto Carranza-Vargas bodily injury claim
• Liquor license for Quik Food Mart at 921 West Main Street
• Owner transfer of liquor license for Ambiente Nightclub at 613 East Western Avenue
• Final Plat approval for Fuze 623 and Flatz 623 at Van Buren Street and 119th Avenue
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the University of Arizona Project WET program

The Avondale City Council approved a consent agenda including two liquor licenses, a $55,697 settlement, and a final plat for new lots. Staff presented options for regulating short-term rentals, but no ordinance was adopted. The meeting also included proclamations and new employee introductions.

• Approved Series 10 liquor license for Quik Food Mart (7-0)
• Approved Series 6 liquor license for Ambiente Nightclub (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1062-1023 for IGA with University of Arizona (7-0)
• Approved $55,697 settlement for Roberto Carranza-Vargas claim (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Fuze 623 and Flatz 623 (7-0)
• Discussed short-term rental regulations; no action taken

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss updates and plan for an upcoming AYAC Open House scheduled for October 28, 2023. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an open house on October 23, 2023.

• AYAC Open House planning for 10/28/2023
• Open House scheduled for 10/23/2023

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

The City Council and various boards or commissions may be present at upcoming local events. No official city action will be taken during these gatherings.

• Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce Gala at The Wigwam
• Ribbon Cutting for Ironwood Homes at River Run
• AFHSD State of the District at High School District Office
• APS Energy Update with APS President Ted Geisler

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists community events occurring between September 21 and September 28, 2023. No official action will be taken by the Avondale City Council or various boards during these gatherings.

• Horne Mazda Ribbon Cutting at 10675 Papago Fwy
• Avondale Police Association Golf Fundraiser at Wigwam Golf Club
• WeRide Team & Vehicle Visit at Avondale City Hall – Amphitheater
• United Way Fundraising Leadership Lunch at Visitor & Conference Center
• Starbucks Friends & Family Event at 11490 West Hilton Dr

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review completed and ongoing audit projects. The meeting includes a presentation on risk by Vice Chair Mr. McGee and a proposal regarding the long-term sustainability of the Office of the City Auditor.

• Approval of May 25, 2023 minutes
• Audit status report on completed and in-progress projects
• Risk presentation by Vice Chair Mr. McGee
• Proposal to focus on foundational documents and internal processes
• Review of a draft public facing City Auditor website

The committee approved a proposal to prioritize foundational documents and internal processes over the previously approved audit plan. This shift includes implementing audit software and creating a standardized evaluation process for the City Auditor.

• Approved adjustment of City Auditor's focus to build audit foundation for long-term sustainability (5-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood and Family Services Commission will discuss updates regarding city homeless services efforts. Staff will also provide an update on the FY2024 Contributions Assistance Program. The meeting includes a review of the June 28, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of June 28, 2013, meeting minutes
• Update on city homeless services efforts
• Update on the FY2024 Contributions Assistance Program

The commission approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on homeless services and the FY2024 Contributions Assistance Program, but no new policy decisions were made.

• Approved June 28, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet virtually to discuss recycling updates and progress on the Community Sustainability Plan. The agenda also includes a request for approval of the July 26, 2023, minutes.

• Approval of July 26, 2023 Minutes
• Recycling Updates
• Community Sustainability Plan Progress

The commission approved the minutes from the July 26, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on the city's recycling program funding and progress on the Community Sustainability Plan.

• Approved July 26, 2023, Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The Board will meet to discuss the transition of its legal counsel firm and a rehearing regarding an accidental disability retirement application. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes from July 20, 2023.

• Approval of July 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Legal counsel firm transition for attorney Cynthia Kelly
• Rehearing on Accidental Disability Retirement application for Robert Sease

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session regarding WeRIDE services and innovation recognition before a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes several items on the consent agenda involving affordable housing grants, employee benefit changes, and property acquisitions.

• $2,750,000 grant via Maricopa County Human Services Department for Legacy Avondale Housing Redevelopment
• Acquisition of real property north of Indian School Road and west of El Mirage Road
• Acquisition of real property north of Indian School Road and east of 127th Avenue
• Amendment to American Sports Centers Avondale lease for emergency shelter use
• Minor land division application for 3828 Avondale LLC near Vermeersch Road

The City Council approved a $2.75 million grant for affordable housing and updated the city's solid waste code. The council also authorized the acquisition of two real property parcels for public use and amended personnel policies regarding employee benefits.

• Approved $2.75M grant for affordable housing via Maricopa County Human Services Department (7-0)
• Adopted amendments to Personnel Policies and Procedures regarding employee benefits and administrative leave (7-0)
• Authorized acquisition of real property north of Indian School Road and west of El Mirage Road (7-0)
• Authorized acquisition of real property north of Indian School Road and east of 127th Avenue (7-0)
• Approved lease amendment for American Sports Centers Avondale Facility for emergency shelter use (7-0)
• Approved Minor Land Division for Harvest Hoc of Avondale (PL-23-0016)
• Adopted amendments to City Code Chapter 11 regarding solid waste permits and standards (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will discuss the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Youth Program. Members will also conduct planning for service learning and an upcoming open house on October 28, 2023.

• League of Arizona Cities and Towns Youth Program discussion
• Service learning planning
• AYAC Open House planning for October 28, 2023

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

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

• Celebrate Independence Day of Mexico at Arizona State Capitol
• Historic Avondale Cafecitos at Avondale Resource Center
• ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Ribbon Cutting at 10903 W McDowell Rd
• Starbucks Friends & Family Event at 11490 West Hilton Dr
• Horne Mazda Ribbon Cutting at 10675 Papago Fwy

Planning Commission

The Avondale Planning Commission will not hold its regular meeting on September 20, 2023, due to a lack of agenda items. No meeting minutes will be filed for this date.

Art Committee

The Municipal Art Committee will review updates on ongoing public art projects for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. Members will also consider approval for specific art installations at Fire Station 172, the Aquatic Center, and Goodyear Farms Cemetery.

• Public art approval for Fire Station 172
• Public art concept review for the Aquatic Center
• Veteran’s mural concept at Goodyear Farms Cemetery
• Review of the 2024 Art Calendar
• Proposed increase of funds for the Art Sponsorship Program

The committee approved the installation of public art at Fire Station 172 and approved the June 20, 2023, meeting minutes. A proposed veteran's mural concept for Goodyear Farms Cemetery was rejected, and concepts for the Aquatic Center were sent back for revision to better reflect Avondale.

• Approved public art at Fire Station 172 (6-0)
• Rejected veteran's mural concept at Goodyear Farms Cemetery (6-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Requested new Aquatic Center art concepts with more Avondale-specific themes
• Directed staff to bring specific proposals for Art Sponsorship Program funding and requirement changes

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice identifies several upcoming events where Avondale City Council or board members may be present. No official action will be taken during these gatherings.

• Sober Living Home Fraud event at the Arizona State Senate
• Birthday celebration for former Mayor Marie Lopez Rogers
• CAP West Valley Cities & Towns Dinner at State Farm Stadium
• AFHSD Transportation and Warehouse Ribbon Cutting/Open House
• Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Tour

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive updates regarding the aquatic center and various parks and projects. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from May 10, 2023. Information about National Library Card Sign-up Month will be presented.

• Approval of May 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Aquatic Center update
• Parks and projects update
• National Library Card Sign-up Month information
• 2023 Arizona Parks and Recreation Association Awards

The board approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates regarding the Avondale Aquatics Center, library initiatives, and various park projects.

• Approved May 10, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Avondale Youth Advisory Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and vote on Commission Open Meeting Laws. The commission will also discuss volunteer opportunities and plan for the AYAC Open House scheduled for October 28, 2023.

• Vote on Commission Open Meeting Laws
• AYAC Open House planning for 10/28/2023
• Discussion of volunteer opportunities

City Council

The City Council will review a progress update on the General Plan update. The meeting also includes several consent agenda items regarding fund transfers, service agreements, and intergovernmental resolutions.

• Transfer of approximately $20,500 from GO Bond Construction 2019 Fund to General Fund
• Emergency Services Agreement with Phoenix Speedway, LLC for ISM Raceway
• Telecommunications license and right-of-way agreement with Teleport Communications America, LLC
• Reduction in force due to Human Resource Department reorganization
• General Plan progress update presentation

The City Council approved a reduction in force for the Human Resource Department, eliminating the Human Resource Manager position. The Council also passed several resolutions for regional dispatch, cyber readiness, and community action services. Other approved actions included a telecommunications right-of-way agreement and an emergency services contract for ISM Raceway.

• Approved elimination of Human Resource Manager position with COBRA benefits paid through Dec 31, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved transfer of approximately $20,500 from GO Bond Construction 2019 Fund to General Fund (6-0)
• Approved Emergency Services Agreement with Phoenix Speedway, LLC for ISM Raceway (6-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way Use Agreement with Teleport Communications America, LLC (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1053-0923 for Phoenix Fire Department Regional Dispatch System (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1054-0923 for State of Arizona Cyber Readiness Program (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1055-0923 for Sisterhood Agreement with Rocky Point, Sonora (6-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 1056-0923 and 1057-0923 for Maricopa County Community Action Program services (6-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

A possible quorum of the City Council or various boards and commissions may be present for a tour of the American Sports Center. No official action will be taken during this event.

• American Sports Center Avondale Tour at 755 N 114th Ave

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This is a procedural notice regarding possible quorums for the Avondale City Council and various boards, commissions, or committees. No official action will be taken during these events.

• League Annual Conference in Tucson
• NASCAR Ignition Lunch in Phoenix

City Council

The City Council will consider several routine items, including the 2024 meeting schedule and board appointments. The agenda also includes an intergovernmental agreement for a sex trafficking taskforce and a property re-plat near Rose Lane and 2nd Street.

• West Valley Sex Trafficking Taskforce intergovernmental agreement
• Budget transfer from Contingency to General Fund for Department of Labor audit findings
• Re-plat application for parts of Lots 54 and 55 of Combs Tract near Rose Lane and 2nd Street
• Appointment of a judge pro tempore for a two-year term

City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including the creation of a regional sex trafficking taskforce and several board appointments. The Council also approved a budget transfer for Department of Labor audit findings and a property re-plat.

• Adopted Resolution 1052-0823 to create the West Valley Sex Trafficking Taskforce (6-0)
• Approved budget transfer from Contingency to the General Fund for Department of Labor audit findings (6-0)
• Appointed Hon. Manuel Delgado as judge pro tempore for a two-year term (6-0)
• Approved re-plat of parts of lots 54 and 55 of Combs Tract for Marvila Gomez (6-0)
• Approved 2024 City Council Meeting Schedule (6-0)
• Approved appointments to the Board of Adjustment, Risk Management & Workers’ Compensation Boards, Judicial Advisory Board, and Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review its mission, vision, and purpose. The meeting includes a discussion on a proposal to change the commission into a Teen Leadership Program.

• Proposal to change Commission to a Teen Leadership Program
• Discussion of 2023 League of AZ Cities and Towns Annual Conference

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed a proposal to change the commission into a Teen Leadership Program. A vote on this proposal is scheduled for September 11, 2023. Staff also provided information on the League of Arizona Cities & Towns Annual Conference.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice lists community events where members of the Avondale City Council or various boards and commissions may be present. No official action will be taken during these events.

• West Valley Mavericks Child Spree Volunteer Event at 1611 N Dysart Rd
• Tres Rios Clean Up at Base & Meridian Wildlife Area
• FY2024 Contributions Assistance Program Award Ceremony

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice states that a quorum of the Avondale City Council or various boards and commissions may be present at two scheduled events. No official action will be taken during these gatherings.

• FY2024 Contributions Assistance Program Award Ceremony
• General Plan Community Meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to the city's zoning ordinance text. The agenda also includes several agreements for school resource officers and a $262,500 grant for expanding homeless services. Additionally, the council will review various property sales and easements.

• $262,500 grant for expansion of homeless services
• Sale of 8.9 acres at Van Buren St. and Avondale Blvd.
• Sale of 2.5 acres at Avondale Blvd and The Blvd
• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment PL-23-0072
• Liquor license application for Macayo's Mexican Food at 10220 West McDowell Road

City Council approved a $262,500 grant for expanded homeless services and authorized the sale of two city-owned real property parcels. The council also approved several intergovernmental agreements for school resource officers and transit services.

• Approved $262,500 grant for homeless services expansion (7-0)
• Authorized sale of ~8.9 acres at Van Buren St. and Avondale Blvd (7-0)
• Authorized sale of ~2.5 acres at Avondale Blvd and The Blvd (7-0)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Macayo's Mexican Food (7-0)
• Approved SRO cost-sharing agreements with Estrella High School, La Joya/Westview, West Point, and Agua Fria Union High School (7-0)
• Approved Federal Transit Administration grant pass-thru for microtransit services (7-0)
• Authorized abandonment of Broadway Road right-of-way between Dysart and Litchfield Roads (7-0)
• Amended Administrative Awarding Authority for FY 2024 Homeless Services budget (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 16, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No official actions were taken.

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees will meet to consider appointments for several city boards. The group will also review minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting.

• Appointments for the Board of Adjustment
• Appointments for Risk Management and Workers' Compensation Boards
• Appointments for the Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board
• Appointments for the Judicial Advisory Board
• Approval of February 6, 2023 meeting minutes

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees recommended several individuals for appointment to city boards. The subcommittee also approved the meeting minutes from February 6, 2023.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended LaChrisha Dourisseau to Board of Adjustment (3-0)
• Recommended Julia Arnette to Risk Management and Workers' Compensation Boards (3-0)
• Recommended Shari Weise to Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board (3-0)
• Recommended Margarita Barron to Volunteer Fire Fighter Pension Board (3-0)
• Recommended Ashley Fitzwilliams to Judicial Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended Danielle Brown to Judicial Advisory Board (3-0)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board scheduled for August 9, 2023, will not be held. This notice is for records purposes only.

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. It states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Tolleson Union High School District 2023-2024 Convocation
• Avondale Elementary School District Back to School Kick-Off
• Blank Canvas Art Expo at Avondale City Hall

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for the Avondale City Council and various boards. It lists events where members may be present, but states that no official action will be taken.

• Littleton Elementary School District All Staff Kick-Off on July 25
• Blank Canvas Art Contest judging on July 25
• Maricopa County Assessor’s Office Meet & Greet on July 26

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss water conservation outreach strategies and opportunities. The body will also act on the approval of the June 21, 2023 minutes.

• Presentation on Water Conservation Outreach Strategies and Opportunities
• Approval of June 21, 2023 Minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of a presentation on water conservation strategies and staff updates on sustainability projects.

• Approved June 21, 2023, Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The City of Avondale Local Fire Pension Board will meet to discuss a disability retirement application and a potential hourly rate increase for its legal counsel. The board may also vote to enter an executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Hourly rate increase for Ryan Rapp Pacheco & Kelley, PLC
• Rehearing on Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Robert Sease

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. No official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Phoenix Children’s Avondale Emergency Department Grand Opening at 1655 N. Avondale Blvd.
• New Ladder Truck Dedication at Fire Station #175 (12495 W Van Buren St.)

Correction Officers Retirement Pension Board

The Board will discuss the Correctional Officers Retirement Plan and cancer insurance for correctional officers. Members may also vote to approve meeting minutes from August 25, 2021.

• Approval of August 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Correctional Officers Retirement Plan overview
• Discussion of cancer insurance overview

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding staff-initiated amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. Staff will also present a progress update on the General Plan update.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance text amendments PL-23-0072
• General Plan progress update

The Planning Commission approved amendments to the zoning ordinance to update policies, definitions, and land use standards. The commission also received a progress update on the General Plan, which includes proposed changes to residential densities and land use maps.

• Approved June 21, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments PL-23-0072 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve meeting minutes and consider a land division request. The proposed land division involves reconfiguring lot sizes and dedicating a public utility easement.

• Minor Land Division application PL-22-0348 for F&S Management IV LLC at the southwest corner of Indian School Road and Dysart Road
• Approval of June 26, 2023 City Council meeting minutes

The City Council approved a minor land division request for a 3.7-acre site. The approval includes the dedication of an eight-foot Public Utility Easement along Indian School Road and the reconfiguration of three parcels.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Minor Land Division application PL-22-0348 for F&S Management IV LLC (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This is a procedural notice regarding a possible quorum of Avondale City Council and board members attending an upcoming event. No official action will be taken.

• West Valley Annual Legislative Breakfast

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023, will not be held. This notice is for records purposes only.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a car wash and review quarterly budget transfers. The body will also consider several intergovernmental agreements and a liquor license application.

• Public hearing to rezone 1.29 acres near McDowell Road and 107th Avenue from Freeway Commercial to Planned Area Development for Francis and Sons Express Car Wash
• Intergovernmental Agreement with First Things First for $250,000 in funding for the Avondale Family Resource Center
• Series 10 Liquor License for Quick Stop Shop at 127 West Main Street
• Fourth Amendment to the Office Lease Agreement with Phoenix Speedway, LLC
• Re-Plat of Tract MM at the northwest corner of 99th Avenue and Thomas Road

The City Council approved a rezoning request for a 1.29-acre site to allow for a self-service car wash. The Council also passed several consent items, including a $250,000 funding agreement for the Family Resource Center and various budget transfers.

• Approved rezoning of 1.29 acres near McDowell Road and 107th Avenue to Planned Area Development for a car wash (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 funding agreement with First Things First for the Family Resource Center (5-0)
• Approved quarterly budget transfers, including $235,000 for Mountain View Community Center and $500,000 for Dysart Road Sewer (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 10 liquor license for Quick Stop Shop at 127 West Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Re-Plat of Tract MM for Fulton Homes Acclaim (5-0)
• Adopted Fourth Amendment to office lease agreement with Phoenix Speedway, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted results of June 15, 2023 election of Wesley Tank to the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Fire Board (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County Library District for Library Assistance Program (5-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. It states that no official action will be taken during these gatherings.

• Light Up The Sky Celebration at Phoenix Raceway on July 1, 2023
• Skyway Church Annual Patriotic Service on July 2, 2023

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This notice informs the public that a possible quorum of the City Council and other boards may be present for a photoshoot. The document states that no official action will be taken during this event.

• City Council Photoshoot (Pride Month Proclamation) on June 28, 2023

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood and Family Services Commission will discuss updates regarding the city's Active Transportation Plan and water sustainability efforts. The body will also review minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting.

• Review and approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff update on the Active Transportation Plan
• Staff update on water sustainability efforts

The Commission unanimously approved the February 22, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received presentations on the Active Transportation Plan and a water sustainability update, though no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved February 22, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a large rezoning request, a drive-through coffee shop, and marijuana dispensary hours. The body will also vote on several land divisions, property tax levies, and a contract for senior center services.

• Rezoning of 45 acres at McDowell Road and Avondale Boulevard for residential and commercial use
• Contract with Area Agency on Aging for fiscal year 2023-2024 in the amount of $418,429
• Proposed amendment to extend medical marijuana dispensary hours from 8:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.
• Final Plat for Sola Communities at Rio Bonita for 219 residential townhome units
• Adoption of primary and secondary property tax levies for fiscal year 2024

The City Council approved a series of consent agenda items, including a $418,429 contract for the Area Agency on Aging and the formation of the Parkside Maintenance Improvement District. The council also adopted resolutions for mutual aid with Luke Air Force Base and transit service amendments.

• Approved $418,429 contract and budget for Area Agency on Aging (7-0)
• Adopted Annual Audit Plan (7-0)
• Appointed Megan Duarte to Corrections Officers Retirement Pension Board (7-0)
• Approved revised water delivery agreement with Salt River Project (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1036-0623 for mutual aid with Luke Air Force Base (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1037-0623 amending transit services agreement with RPTA (7-0)
• Formed Maintenance Improvement District No. 28 (Parkside) via Resolutions 1039-0623 and 1040-0623 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2041-0623 to abandon McDowell Road public right-of-way (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property near McDowell Road and 107th Avenue. The commission will take action and forward a recommendation to the City Council.

• Application PL-22-0308: Request to rezone 1.29 acres from Freeway Commercial (C-3) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for Francis and Sons Express Car Wash

The Commission approved a rezone request for a 1.29-acre lot on McDowell Road to allow for a self-service car wash. The property was rezoned from Freeway Commercial to Planned Area Development (PAD) with C-2 uses.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Application PL-22-0308 to rezone Francis and Sons Express Car Wash from Freeway Commercial to Planned Area Development (4-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 22, 2023. The body will also receive updates regarding a waste reduction campaign and reports from the staff liaison.

• Approval of March 22, 2023 minutes
• Waste Reduction Campaign updates

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on a pilot food waste reduction program and residential recycling efforts. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 22, 2023, Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Municipal Art Committee will review public art projects related to the city's master plan. The body will discuss and potentially take action on budgets, expenditures, and logistics for specific annual action plan updates.

• Review of FY 2022/2023 Annual Action Plan update regarding Traffic Box Update
• Review of FY 2023/2024 Annual Action Plan update regarding Art at Public Facilities
• Review of FY 2023/2024 Annual Action Plan update regarding Art in Historic Areas
• Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023, meeting. Members received staff updates on the Public Art Master Plan, including the status of utility wrap projects and upcoming calls for artists.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document provides notice that a quorum of City Council or board members may attend several public events. The notice explicitly states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Virtual Neighborhood Meeting – McDowell Villas (June 13)
• Old Town Avondale Phase 2 Open House at Sam Garcia Library (June 14)
• Juneteenth Event at Avondale Resource Center (June 15)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board will review updates regarding recreation, special events, parks, and strategic planning. Members will also decide whether to cancel the scheduled meetings for July 12 and August 9.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recreation and special events update
• Staff retreat review and strategic planning update
• Parks and projects update
• Proposed cancellation of July 12 and August 9 meetings

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a possible quorum of the Avondale City Council or board members may attend three specific events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• Fire Academy Graduation on June 2, 2023
• West Valley Women Networking Association on June 6, 2023
• WESTMARC Healthcare Summit on June 7, 2023

City Council

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board will discuss its 2024 budget and a $3.25 million bond issuance. The Avondale City Council will also consider updates to water, sewer, and sanitation fees, along with the adoption of the city's final fiscal year 2024 budget.

• Adoption of the $464,896,600 final budget for fiscal year 2024
• Authorization of up to $3,250,000 in General Obligation Bonds for Alamar CFD
• Proposed updates to water and sewer rates effective in 2024 and 2025
• Approval of a new sanitation fee schedule
• Distribution of $200,000 in Contributions Assistance Program funding

City Council approved funding recommendations for 33 organizations through the Contributions Assistance Program. The council also adopted several financial policies, fee changes, and utility easement ordinances. A public hearing was held regarding a conditional use permit for a Francis and Sons express car wash.

• Approved $200,000 in funding for 33 organizations via Contributions Assistance Program (6-0)
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2024 Pension Funding Policy (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1027-0623 designating Renee Weatherless as Chief Fiscal Officer (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1028-0623 regarding Comprehensive Financial Policies (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1029-0623 approving Fiscal Year 2024 proposed fee changes (6-0)
• Extended Community Fishing Program by one year via Resolution 1030-0623 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2037-0623 accepting two public utility easements for Dutch Bros (6-0)
• Approved Re-Plat request by Raymond Munoz III (6-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar CFD Board will hold public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2024 budget and property tax levy. The board will also consider authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds up to $3,250,000.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2024 budget and tax levy
• Authorization for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023, not to exceed $3,250,000
• Approval of May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adoption of the final FY2024 budget via Resolution 2-2023
• Setting the property tax levy for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024

The Board approved the fiscal year 2024 budget and property tax levy. It also authorized the sale of general obligation bonds to fund infrastructure projects. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY2024 budget of $4.6 million (6-0)
• Adopted property tax levy for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 (6-0)
• Authorized sale of General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $3,250,000 (6-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Employee Benefit Trust Board

The Board will participate in a self-funded health care class facilitated by Brown & Brown. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from April 12, 2023.

• Approval of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• Self-funded health care training facilitated by Brown & Brown

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may be present at two events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Memorial Day Ceremony on May 29, 2023
• Fire Academy Graduation on June 2, 2023

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review the Annual Consolidated Financial Report and the Single Audit report presented by Heinfeld Meech. The committee will also consider recommending approval of the proposed Annual Audit Plan for fiscal year 2023/24.

• Approval of February 15, 2023 minutes
• Presentation of Annual Consolidated Financial Report and Single Audit report by Heinfeld Meech
• Discussion of City Auditor's project status report
• Presentation on the Citywide Risk Assessment
• Proposed FY23/24 Annual Audit Plan

The Audit Committee approved the annual audit plan for fiscal year 2023 and the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. External auditors reported a clean opinion for the Fiscal Year 2022 financial statements. The committee also discussed the citywide risk assessment and the status of current audit projects.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved FY23/24 Annual Audit Plan (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to receive updates on a waste reduction campaign and reports from the staff liaison. The commission is also scheduled to vote on the approval of the March 22, 2023 minutes.

• Approval of March 22, 2023 Minutes
• Waste Reduction Campaign Updates

The Sustainability Commission meeting scheduled for May 24, 2023, was not held due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee on the Contributions Assistance Program will review eligible applications to make recommendations to the City Council. The body will also review and approve meeting minutes from June 15, 2022.

• Review of Contributions Assistance Program applications
• Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice of upcoming events where a quorum of the City Council or boards may be present. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• Avondale Fire & Medical Citizen Academy Graduation on May 17
• White Tanks Learning Center Ribbon Cutting on May 18
• Virtual Neighborhood Meeting regarding Francis & Sons at McDowell Rd & 107th Ave on May 18

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may be present at a virtual neighborhood meeting. The document states that no official action will be taken.

• Virtual Neighborhood Meeting regarding Francis & Sons at McDowell Rd & 107th Ave

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items. The body will consider a drive-through coffee shop permit, a zoning amendment for marijuana establishment hours, and a large rezoning request. Recommendations for these items will be forwarded to City Council.

• Rezoning of ~45 acres at McDowell Road and Avondale Boulevard for apartments, townhouses, and commercial use
• Conditional Use Permit for a drive-through coffee shop north of Van Buren Street and 99th Avenue
• Proposed amendment to extend marijuana dispensary hours from 8:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.

The Commission approved a rezoning request for The District at Crystal Springs to allow for active adult apartments, townhomes, and commercial use. It also approved a conditional use permit for a drive-through coffee shop and extended operating hours for marijuana establishments.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Cobblestone Drive-Through Coffee Shop (5-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to extend medical marijuana dispensary and establishment hours to 10:00 PM (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 45-acre site to The District at Crystal Springs PAD for active adult apartments, townhomes, and commercial use (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a land use map amendment and rezoning for a 17.92-acre site to allow for multi-family residential and commercial uses. The body will also consider several ordinances, a final plat for Avondale Villages, and an agreement with Maricopa County.

• Public hearing for LIV Communities Avondale rezoning and General Plan amendment at Indian School Road and 99th Avenue
• Final Plat for Avondale Villages splitting a 5.8-acre site into 70 lots south of Thomas and Dysart roads
• Resolution 1025-0523 for an Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County for emergency operations and disaster services
• Ordinance 2035-0523 to accept an access easement at DeConcini Park from Roosevelt Irrigation District
• Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding with the Avondale Professional Firefighters Association Local 3924

The City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with Maricopa County for emergency operations and a final plat for Avondale Villages. The council also adopted amendments to the city code regarding employee relations and accepted an access easement at DeConcini Park.

• Adopted Resolution 1025-0523 for Maricopa County emergency operations agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2034-0523 amending City Code regarding Employee Relations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2035-0523 accepting access easement at DeConcini Park (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Avondale Villages splitting 5.8-acre site into 70 lots (7-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

The city provided notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may be present at several upcoming events. The document states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• Leadership Day at Country Place Leadership Academy (May 5)
• Tea with APS Public Affairs Ladies (May 5)
• Family Fishing Derby at Alamar Park (May 6)
• Las Ligas Neighborhood Association Meeting (May 8)
• Avondale Youth Advisory Commission Appreciation Event (May 8)

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board will review proposed capital improvement projects and supplemental operating budget requests for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The meeting includes updates on park development, recreation events, and observations regarding the Avondale Public Library.

• Review of FY 2022-23 Capital Improvement Projects and supplemental operating budget requests
• Department level of service S.W.O.T. analysis
• Update on park development and improvement projects
• Board observations regarding Avondale Public Library
• Recreation and special events update

The Board approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on several active park development projects and the upcoming integration of libraries into the Parks and Recreation Department.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The City of Avondale Local Fire Pension Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on retirement and disability applications. The board may also convene in executive session to discuss personnel matters or legal advice.

• Retirement application for Benjamin Avitia (30 years of service)
• Rehearing on Accidental Disability Retirement application for Robert Sease

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for the Avondale City Council and various boards. It lists events where multiple members may be present, though no official action will be taken.

• Southwest Family Advocacy Center Wine and Chocolate Fundraiser
• Avondale Fiesta at Alamar Park
• Love Dental Ribbon Cutting at 12685 W Indian School Rd.
• WESTMARC Economic Development Summit
• SWV Chamber Annual Meeting

City Council

The City Council will decide on the fiscal year 2024 tentative budget and a $645,000 budget amendment for replacement vehicles. The body will also consider agreements with the City of Chandler regarding the New River Agua Fria Underground Storage Project.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 tentative budget
• $645,000 budget amendment for replacement vehicles scheduled for FY2024
• Liquor license application for Home2Suites by Hilton at 10275 W McDowell Road
• Map of Dedication for Fulton Homes Acclaim – 99th Avenue to dedicate 37 feet of right-of-way
• Resolution 1021-0523 approving the 2023-2024 HUD Annual Action Plan

City Council approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024 and established the annual expenditure limit. The Council also approved water storage agreements with the City of Chandler and several consent agenda items including a vehicle purchase budget.

• Adopted FY 2024 tentative budget (6-0)
• Approved purchase of storage entitlements from City of Chandler for New River Agua Fria Underground Storage Project (6-0)
• Approved temporary lease of storage capacity back to City of Chandler (6-0)
• Approved $645,000 budget amendment for replacement vehicles (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2024 HUD Annual Action Plan (6-0)
• Approved Map of Dedication for Fulton Homes Acclaim – 99th Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 10 Liquor License for Home2Suites by Hilton (6-0)
• Approved amendment to City Auditor Barbara Coppage's employment agreement (6-0)

Alamar (Lakin) CFD Board

The Alamar Community Facilities District Board will meet to discuss the adoption of a tentative budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from June 2022.

• CFD Resolution 1-2023: Adoption of the fiscal year 2023-2024 tentative budget
• Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved a tentative budget of $4.6 million for fiscal year 2023-2024. The budget includes a $100,000 contingency and a combined property rate of $4.15/$100 NAV. The Board also approved meeting minutes from June 2022.

• Adopted CFD Resolution 1-2023 for the FY 2023-2024 tentative budget (6-0)
• Approved June 6, 2022 and June 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may attend several community events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• Earth Day – Global Youth Service Day at Festival Fields Park
• Phototaxis Celebration at BLVD Parking Garage
• Phoenix Materials Recovery Facility Tour
• Arizona Autism United Ribbon Cutting
• Southwest Family Advocacy Center Fundraiser

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for the Avondale City Council and various boards. It lists events where members may be present, noting that no official action will be taken.

• General Plan Update Community Meeting on April 18
• Cashion Neighborhood Civic Association Meeting on April 18
• Littleton Elementary School District’s Art Show Reception on April 19
• Aveda Institute of Avondale Ribbon Cutting on April 13

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a car wash permit and a residential and commercial development. The body will also consider a staff-initiated amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding the conditional use permit process.

• Conditional Use Permit for Francis and Sons Express Car Wash on 3.72 acres in Palm Valley PAD
• Minor General Plan Amendment for LIV Communities Avondale at Indian School Road and 99th Avenue
• Rezoning of 17.92 acres at Indian School Road and 99th Avenue to LIV Communities Avondale PAD
• Zoning Text Amendment to revise Conditional Use Permit sections 28-8 and 28-91(f)
• Discussion of City Council Chamber audio and video changes

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a full-service car wash and a rezoning request for a 333-unit apartment complex. The commission also approved a zoning text amendment to streamline the Conditional Use Permit review process. All motions passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Francis and Son’s Express Car Wash (4-0)
• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment for LIV Communities Avondale to change land use to Local Commercial and High Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 17.92-acre site from Parkside PAD to LIV Communities PAD (4-0)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to allow Planning Commission to act on CUPs without City Council approval unless appealed (4-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

Risk Management Trust Fund Board

The board will select a new Chairperson and review prior year minutes. Members will also review risk and workers' compensation data and reports.

• Selection of a new Chairperson
• Review of risk and workers' compensation data
• Funding recommendations

The Board elected a new Chairperson and approved the prior year's minutes. Members reviewed three years of risk and workers' compensation claim and insurance data. The Board approved the proposed FY 24 budget.

• Elected Linda Warren as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved prior year's minutes
• Approved proposed FY 24 budget

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests, including a private development and seven city-owned properties. The body will also discuss updates to the American Rescue Plan Act and the city's property maintenance ordinance.

• Rezoning of 8.4 acres south of Indian School Road and Dysart Road for Angelina Luxury Living
• City-initiated rezones for an aquatic center, civic center, park, fire station, library, police detention center, and resource center
• Ordinance 2025-0423 amending the Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Update to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) plan
• Power distribution easements for SRP at Avondale Boulevard and Lower Buckeye Road and the Avondale Boulevard Widening Project

City Council approved the reallocation of unused Community Development Block Grant CARES Act funds to a new Emergency Housing Assistance Program. The council also approved several easements for Salt River Project and updated the city's ARPA plan.

• Approved Resolution 1019-0423 to reallocate unused CDBG-CV funds to the Emergency Housing Assistance Program (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-0423 for a Salt River Project power distribution easement at Avondale Boulevard and Lower Buckeye Road
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-0423 for a first amendment to a Salt River Project power distribution easement for the Avondale Boulevard Widening Project
• Approved update to the city's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) plan (7-0)
• Approved amendment to City Manager Ron Corbin's employment agreement (7-0)
• Approved appointments of Larry Rooney to the Volunteer Fire Department Pension Board and Frank Moskowitz to the Judicial Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved March 6 and March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. No official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Legacy House 103rd Birthday Celebration
• KidFest at Friendship Park
• Las Ligas Neighborhood Association Meeting
• Sierra Estrella Energy Storage Groundbreaking
• Boot Barn Ribbon Cutting

Correction Officers Retirement Pension Board

The City of Avondale Local Correction Officer Retirement Pension Board is meeting to review administrative items. The board will consider a membership application for a staff member transferring roles.

• Approval of August 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Membership application for Nathan Rojas (transfer from Police Officer to Detention Officer effective March 6, 2023)

Employee Benefit Trust Board

The City of Avondale Employee Benefit Trust Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on projected rates for Fiscal Year 2024. The board will also consider approving minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting.

• Projected FY 2024 rates
• Approval of February 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board will meet to introduce new recreation staff and conduct a team building exercise. Members will discuss updates regarding recreation, special events, and parks projects, as well as observations from the KidFest 2023 event.

• Approval of March 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Introductions of new recreation staff
• Board park event observations for KidFest 2023
• Recreation and special events update
• Parks and projects update

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for various city events. No official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Eggstravaganza events at Friendship Park, Donnie Hale Park, and Civic Center Campus
• Police Department Awards Banquet at The Wigwam Resort
• That’s My Jam Fest at Alamar Park
• Sonar Vehicle demonstration at City Hall
• Council/CMO NARCAN Training and Deputy Chief Ben Avitia’s Retirement Celebration

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed FY2024 budget and hold a public hearing on the HUD Annual Action Plan. The body is also deciding on water and wastewater rate increases and several liquor license applications.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County for $1,700,000 for family bridge housing
• Notice of intent to increase water and wastewater user charges
• Adoption of the Final Development Fee Study
• Liquor license requests for Walmart NASCAR Tent, Quicktrip #1426, and Claim Jumper Restaurant
• Ordinance to change background check requirements for peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers

City Council approved an agreement with Maricopa County to develop six temporary shelter units for families. The council also adopted a new development fee study and issued a notice of intent to increase water, sewer, and solid waste rates.

• Approved $1.7M agreement with Maricopa County for family bridge housing (6-0)
• Approved $613,000 in City resources for bridge housing development (6-0)
• Adopted Final Development Fee Study (6-0)
• Adopted notice of intent to increase water and wastewater user charges (5-1)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Walmart NASCAR Tent (6-0)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Quicktrip #1426 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Claim Jumper Restaurant (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-0423 changing background check process for peddlers and solicitors (6-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present at several upcoming events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• 2023 National League of Cities Conference in Washington D.C.
• Eggstravaganza events at Friendship Park, Donnie Hale Park, and Civic Center Campus
• Police Department Awards Banquet at The Wigwam Resort
• That’s My Jam Fest at Alamar Park

Art Committee

The Municipal Art Committee will discuss updates to the Public Art Master Plan for the current and next fiscal years. The body will also appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and review an art grant application.

• Review of FY 2022/2023 updates for INFLUX, Traffic Box, and High School Art Contest
• Discussion of FY 2023/2024 plans for art in historic areas and public facilities
• Nomination and appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of art grant application from Yvonne Wan of Focus Comics

The committee approved design concepts for six traffic utility boxes with requested modifications. It also approved a sponsorship grant application for Focus Comics and appointed new committee leadership.

• Approved design concepts for six traffic utility boxes with suggested modifications
• Appointed Sara Ivey as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Gurjit Kaur as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved sponsorship grant application from Yvonne Wan of Focus Comics (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may be present at several local events. The notice states that no official action will be taken during these events.

• Community Neighborhood Clean-up Day in Las Ligas/Cashion/Old Town
• Cashion Neighborhood Civic Association Meeting at 1249 S. 111th Ave.
• Coffee with City Council at New Penny Cafe
• Sodabomb ribbon cutting at 735 N 114th Ave.

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to hear a presentation on municipal compost programs. The body will also receive updates from the Sustainability Officer and vote on the January 25, 2023 minutes.

• Presentation on Municipal Compost Programs
• Approval of January 25, 2023 Minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations from Phoenix and Flagstaff regarding their municipal composting programs as the city researches a potential pilot program. Staff provided updates on local awards, upcoming Earth Day activities, and a pending solar project quote for the Civic Center Campus.

• Approved January 25, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to receive staff updates on financial forecasts and budget priorities. The meeting is for discussion and feedback only; no formal decisions are scheduled.

• FY2024 budget priorities and financial forecast discussion
• Capital Improvement Plan current and proposed projects update
• Salary market study results and recommended proposal update

The City Council met for a special session to receive staff updates on the FY2024 budget, capital improvement projects, and a salary market study. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made; the items were for discussion and feedback only.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several consent items, including spending authority for vehicle maintenance and a legal settlement. The body will also receive updates on the Contributions Assistance Program and the city's Pavement Management Program.

• Increase spending authority for fire apparatus maintenance and repairs by $150,000
• Settlement agreement for the claim of Javier Castaneda and Samuel Castaneda, Jr. for $75,000 plus $2,500 for conservatorship
• Reduction of FY2023 funding from $107,500 to $76,250 for Maricopa County Human Services agreement
• Approval of a Re-Plat at the southeast corner of Avondale Boulevard and The BLVD
• Adoption of Resolution 1013-0323 regarding Audit Committee Bylaws

City Council adopted bylaws for the new Audit Committee to establish voting and member terms. The Council also approved a $77,500 settlement for a legal claim and increased spending authority for fire vehicle repairs.

• Adopted Resolution 1013-0323 approving Audit Committee Bylaws (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 increase in spending authority for fire apparatus maintenance and repairs (5-0)
• Approved $77,500 settlement for the claim of Javier and Samuel Castaneda, Jr. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1015-0323 reducing FY2023 funding for Maricopa County Human Services from $107,500 to $76,250 (5-0)
• Approved Re-Plat of Lot 2 for MGN, LLC at Avondale Boulevard and The BLVD (5-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present at several events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway (March 10-12)
• Las Ligas Neighborhood Association Meeting (March 13)
• CAP General Manager Meet & Greet (March 15)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning and general plan amendment for a proposed townhome project. The commission will also consider city-initiated rezones for seven city-owned properties. Recommendations for these items will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Rezone of 8.4 acres south of Indian School Road and Dysart Road for a 130-unit for-rent townhome project (PL-22-0084)
• Minor General Plan Amendment to change land use from Medium Density Residential and Local Commercial to High Density Residential for Angelina Luxury Living (PL-22-0085)
• City-initiated rezones for seven city-owned properties (PL-22-0307, PL-22-0315, PL-22-0316, PL-22-0317, PL-22-0318, PL-22-0340, and PL-22-0358)

The Commission recommended approval for a 130-unit rental townhome development and approved rezoning for seven city-owned properties to Planned Area Development status. The city-owned sites include fire, police, and civic facilities to align zoning with public use.

• Recommended approval of Angelina Luxury Living minor general plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved Angelina Luxury Living rezone to R-4 zoning (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Fire Station #175 to Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Aquatic Center to Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Civic Center, City Hall, Court, and Police Station to Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Civic Center Library to Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Civic Center Park to Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Resource Center and Police Detention Center/Substation to Planned Area Development (5-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document provides notice that a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present at two events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• State of the City on March 2, 2023
• Agua Fria High School Districts Annual Arts Festival on March 4, 2023

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board will discuss the Recreation Program Plan and receive updates on recreation, special events, and parks projects. Members will also share observations regarding amenities at Friendship Park.

• Overview of the Recreation Program Plan
• Board observations on Friendship Park amenities
• Recreation and special events update
• Parks and projects update

The board approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting. Members discussed recreation program planning, upcoming special events, and shared observations regarding amenities at Friendship Park.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Volunteer Fire Pension Board (Inactive)

The Volunteer Fire Department Pension Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and the Fiscal Year 2022 annual report for the State Fire Marshal. The board will also discuss benefits paid during Fiscal Year 2022.

• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Report for the State Fire Marshal
• Discussion of benefits paid during Fiscal Year 2022

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2022 annual report for submission to the State Fire Marshal. The report noted that one living volunteer firefighter received $4,800 during that fiscal year. The Board also approved the minutes from the March 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approved March 22, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2022 Volunteer Fire Fighters Relief and Pension Fund annual report (4-0)

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (Police & Fire)

The City of Avondale Local Fire Pension Board will meet to approve new membership applications for several recruits. The board will also consider an application for accidental disability retirement.

• Membership application for Hongyan Luo
• Membership applications for Joshua Tompkins, Chelsea Sine, and Zachary Staffiery
• Accidental Disability Retirement application for Robert Sease
• Approval of October 5, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a child care center and discuss the allocation of opioid settlement funds. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new Fire Chief and several land-use and annexation ordinances.

• Public hearing for Kids Blvd Child Care Center conditional use permit (PL-22-0226)
• Approval of One Arizona Distribution of Opioid Settlement Funds for education and prevention
• Liquor license recommendation for Valley Golf Center at 12247 West Indian School Road
• Re-Plat for Park 10 Phase 4 dividing 9.81 acres into four lots
• Intergovernmental Agreement for the Rio Reimagined Project with ASU and other agencies

City Council approved a conditional use permit for the Kids BLVD Childcare Center and authorized the use of opioid settlement funds for community education and prevention. The Council also approved several land annexations, easements, and a regional river project agreement.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Kids BLVD Childcare Center (7-0)
• Approved use of One Arizona Distribution of Opioid Settlement Funds for education and prevention (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1014-0323 for the Rio Reimagined Project intergovernmental agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2018-0323 for Lower Buckeye Road and El Mirage Road right-of-way annexation (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Series 7 Liquor License for Valley Golf Center (7-0)
• Approved Re-Plat for Park 10 Phase 4 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2015-0323, 2016-0323, and 2017-0323 for Brookfield Lakin, LLC easements (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-0323 for public safety facility real property acquisition (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice of upcoming events where a quorum of the City Council or various boards may be present. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these events.

• City Rezones Neighborhood Meeting on February 23
• ADOT Loop 101 and I-10 Interchange Public Meeting on February 23
• Tres Rios Nature Festival on February 25 and 26
• Trellis Home Tours on February 27
• State of the City on March 2

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss revised development impact fees. The body will also consider ordinances regarding power easements, street obstruction codes, and an office lease amendment.

• Public hearing on intent to adopt revised development impact fees
• Ordinance 2012-0223: Two power distribution easements to SRP for Civic Center Park Project
• Ordinance 2013-0223: City Code amendment regarding obstruction of streets or sidewalks
• Ordinance 2014-0223: Third Amendment to office lease agreement with Phoenix Speedway, LLC
• Appointment recommendations for City boards and commissions

City Council approved several municipal ordinances and appointed members to various city boards and commissions. The council also held a public hearing regarding the intent to adopt revised development impact fees, though no action was taken on that item.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2012-0223 granting power distribution easements to SRP for Civic Center Park (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2013-0223 amending City Code regarding obstruction of streets or sidewalks (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2014-0223 approving third amendment to office lease with Phoenix Speedway, LLC (7-0)
• Approved appointment of 9 members to various city boards and commissions (7-0)

Neighborhood & Family Services Commission

The Neighborhood and Family Services Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a draft annual action plan for US Department of Housing and Urban Development funding activities. The commission will also elect its 2023 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Public hearing on the draft 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding
• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Neighborhood and Family Services Commission approved the draft 2023 Annual Action Plan, which outlines funding for affordable housing, community services, and youth programs. The commission also elected its 2023 officers.

• Approved draft 2023 Annual Action Plan (Unanimous)
• Elected Jerome Brownlee as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Dawn Gerundo as Vice Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Employee Benefit Trust Board

The Board will review current medical and dental plan enrollment numbers. Members will also discuss and possibly recommend how to allocate revenue and surplus monies, including pharmacy rebates.

• Approval of August 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of medical and dental plan enrollment numbers
• Recommendation on allocation of revenue and surplus monies

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. It states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Neighborhood Meeting re Ashley Avondale on February 21
• Fire Chief Interview Breakfast on February 22
• City Rezones Neighborhood Meeting on February 23
• Ribbon cuttings for Foundry Yoga, Soda Bomb, and New Penny Cafe
• STEAM Fest at Avondale Civic Center Library on February 22

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair and approve committee bylaws. The body will also review the city's audit history and the Avondale Integrity Line. Members are expected to take action on the FY23 Audit Plan and current project statuses.

• Appointment of Audit Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Audit Committee Bylaws
• Approval of the FY23 Audit Plan
• Presentation on the Avondale Integrity Line reporting status

The Audit Committee appointed its Chair and Vice Chair and approved the committee's bylaws. The committee also approved a limited FY23 audit plan for Vendor Master Data Agreement. Several presentations regarding audit history, processes, and the city's Integrity Line were provided for discussion.

• Appointed Max White as Chair and Michael McGee as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved Audit Committee Bylaws (5-0)
• Approved limited FY23 Audit Plan for Vendor Master Data Agreement (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit application. The body will decide whether to allow the operation of a childcare center on a 2.58-acre property.

• Public hearing for Kids Blvd Childcare Center Conditional Use Permit (Application PL-22-0226)

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a childcare center in the Coldwater Springs Planned Area Development. The facility will be an 8,500 square foot building serving up to 172 children.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit PL-22-0226 for Kids Blvd Childcare Center (5-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. It states that no official action will be taken during these gatherings.

• Health & Resource Fair on February 4, 2023
• Senior Services NFL Hall of Fame Event on February 9, 2023

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The board will meet to review updates on recreation, special events, and parks projects. Members will also share observations regarding Dessie Lorenz Park.

• Board park observations for Dessie Lorenz Park
• Recreation and special events update
• Parks and projects update
• Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting with a correction to a member's name. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates on upcoming community events and discussions regarding park improvements.

• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes with correction

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent items including equipment purchases, facility renaming, and easement abandonments. The meeting also includes a discussion on city debt and bonds and introductions of new Fire and Medical Department employees.

• Authorization of $1,095,000 in contingency funds for three new rear load garbage trucks
• Renaming the Avondale Community Center to Mountain View Community Center
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Tolleson for Van Buren Street right-of-way annexation/deannexation
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Litchfield Park for fleet maintenance and repair services
• Ordinances to abandon easements and right-of-way north of Western Avenue and east of 9th Street

The City Council authorized the purchase of three rear load garbage trucks and renamed the Avondale Community Center to Mountain View Community Center. The council also approved several easement abandonments and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Tolleson regarding Van Buren Street.

• Authorized $1,095,000 in contingency funds for three rear load garbage trucks
• Renamed Avondale Community Center to Mountain View Community Center
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Tolleson for Van Buren Street right-of-way (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1012-0223 for fleet maintenance agreement with City of Litchfield Park
• Adopted Ordinance 2007-0223 to abandon a slope easement north of Western Avenue
• Adopted Ordinance 2008-0223 to abandon a public utility easement north of Western Avenue
• Adopted Ordinance 2009-0223 to abandon 9th Street public right of way
• Adopted Ordinance 2011-0223 granting power distribution easement to SRP for Avondale Aquatic Center

City Council Subcommittee

The Council Subcommittee on Boards, Commissions, and Committees will meet to select a chair for 2023-2024 and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also review applications for appointments to several city boards and commissions.

• Selection of the Subcommittee Chair for 2023-2024
• Appointment reviews for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Appointment reviews for the Municipal Art Committee
• Appointment reviews for the Neighborhood and Family Services Commission
• Appointment reviews for the Board of Adjustment

The subcommittee recommended several individuals for appointment to city boards and commissions. It also selected a new subcommittee chair and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Elected Gloria Solorio as Subcommittee Chair for 2023-2024 (3-0)
• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Cecilia Lopez (regular) and Vannesa Cornejo (alternate) for Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Recommended Sara Ivey and Valentina Dima for Municipal Art Committee
• Recommended Shari Weise (regular) and Pearlette Ramos (alternate) for Neighborhood and Family Services Commission
• Recommended Vannesa Cornejo for Board of Adjustment
• Recommended Mari Aguilar for Correction Officers Retirement Pension Board and Employee Benefit Trust Board
• Recommended Valentina Dima for Risk Management and Workers Compensation Board

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. No official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Art Walk of Hope at Avondale Elementary School District
• The Foundry Yoga Studio Ribbon Cutting at 3145 N. Dysart Rd.
• Neighborhood Meeting regarding Crystal Springs PAD Rezone

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council or board members may be present at several events. The notice states that no official action will be taken at these gatherings.

• City Council Group Photo on January 23
• Interfaith Council Meeting on January 24
• West Valley Chamber of Commerce Alliance Legislative Mixer on January 25
• Art Walk of Hope on January 25

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission is meeting to establish its objectives for the year. The body will also elect its leadership for the current term.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and approval of 2023 Annual Goals
• Approval of October 26, 2022 minutes

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to introduce a judging panel and discuss a selection process. The meeting includes presentations from commission members and a discussion on next steps.

• Introduction of judging panel
• Discussion of selection process
• Youth Advisory Commission member presentations

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to review volunteer opportunities and fundraiser events. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Volunteer Opportunities
• Fundraiser Events

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a general plan amendment and rezoning for a proposed data center and employment campus. The body will also consider several intergovernmental agreements and right-of-way changes.

• Proposed rezoning of 78 gross acres to Planned Area Development (PAD) for a data center
• Resolution 1006-0123 for an anti-human trafficking grant through the Southwest Family Advocacy Center
• Resolution 1007-0123 for the construction of three single-family homes with Maricopa County and Trellis
• Ordinance 2004-0123 to annex Avondale Boulevard right-of-way between Southern Avenue and Indian Springs Road
• Ordinance 2005-0123 to abandon Elwood Street right-of-way south of Lower Buckeye Road

City Council approved a general plan amendment and rezoning for a 78-acre data center development. The council also accepted an anti-human trafficking grant and approved several intergovernmental agreements and right-of-way changes.

• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment for Hermosa Ranch Technology Campus - South to change 78 acres from Medium Density Residential to Business Park (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 78 acres to Hermosa Ranch Technology Campus - South Planned Area Development (PAD) for a data center (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1006-0123 to accept an anti-human trafficking grant via the Southwest Family Advocacy Center (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1007-0123 for Amendment No. 2 to IGA with Maricopa County and Trellis for three single-family homes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1008-0123 for IGA with AzTraCS via ADOT to transfer traffic data (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1010-0123 supporting Newtown Community Development Corporation's grant application for HOME CHDO funds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2004-0123 to annex Avondale Boulevard right-of-way between Southern Avenue and Indian Springs Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2005-0123 to abandon Elwood Street right-of-way south of Lower Buckeye Road and east of El Mirage Road (7-0)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for the Avondale City Council and various boards. It states that no official action will be taken at the listed events.

• Poppin’ in the Park – Frozen II at Donnie Hale Park (January 14, 2023)
• Cashion Neighborhood Civic Association Meeting at Mercy House (January 17, 2023)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 18, 2023, will not be held. This notice is for records purposes only.

Art Committee

The Committee will review mural proposals for the Avondale Visitor and Conference Center and the Historic Cemetery. Members will also discuss art grant applications and progress on the Public Art Master Plan.

• Tres Rios Mural Proposal at Avondale Visitor and Conference Center
• American Legion Mural Proposal at Historic Cemetery
• Art grant application from Yvonne Wan of Focus Comics
• Updates to the Public Art Master Plan, including INFLUX and Traffic Box projects

The Committee recommended denying a specific veteran mural proposal for the Goodyear Farms Historical Cemetery but voted to initiate a call for artists for new designs. Two other proposals were tabled, and the Committee reviewed updates on the Public Art Master Plan.

• Recommended denial of American Legion mural proposal
• Approved call to artists for new veteran mural designs at Goodyear Farms Historical Cemetery (Unanimous)
• Tabled Tres Rios Mural proposal at Avondale Visitor and Conference Center
• Tabled Focus Comics art sponsorship grant application
• Approved minutes of January 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for the Avondale City Council and various boards. It lists events where a quorum may be present, noting that no official action will be taken.

• Las Ligas Neighborhood Association Meeting at 955 E. Riley Dr.
• Reception for Council Members at Avondale City Hall
• Governor’s State of the State Luncheon at Phoenix Raceway
• Phoenix Children’s Specialty Care Avondale Ribbon Cutting at 1665 N Avondale Blvd
• PepsiCo Grand Opening at 3105 N Cotton Ln., Goodyear

Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation & Libraries Advisory Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair. The board will also discuss naming options for a community center currently under renovation.

• Election of Board Chair
• Election of Board Vice Chair
• Naming options for the community center being renovated
• Park Ranger overview

The Board elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and approved the December 14, 2022 meeting minutes. Members also recommended a name for a community center currently under renovation. Additionally, the Board received an overview of the Park Ranger program's duties and operations.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Lilly Lazo as Board Chair (5-0)
• Elected Stephanie Rodriguez as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Recommended naming the renovated community center Mountain View Community Center (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will swear in new members and select a Vice Mayor. The body is deciding on several land use amendments, a $1.57 million grant for Western Avenue improvements, and the adoption of an Active Transportation Plan.

• Grant Agreement with HUD for $1,570,000 for improvements to Western Avenue
• Public hearings for Alamar Planned Area Development amendments and rezoning
• Public hearing for annexation of 18.9 acres west of 107th Avenue and McDowell Road
• Grant-in-aid agreement with Tohono O’odham Nation for $15,000
• Financial Assistance Agreement with Arizona Complete Health for $340,429.63

The City Council approved several land use amendments and rezoning for the Alamar master-planned community and annexed 18.9 acres for StoneCreek. The council also appointed Council Member Pineda as Vice Mayor and approved various grants and budget transfers.

• Appointed Council Member Pineda as Vice Mayor (7-0)
• Approved Minor General Plan Amendment for Alamar Church Parcel (7-0)
• Approved Major Planned Area Development Amendment for Alamar (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 20 acres to Alamar PAD (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 18.9 acres for StoneCreek (7-0)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Valley Golf Center (7-0)
• Adopted $1.57M HUD grant for Western Avenue improvements (7-0)
• Adopted $15,000 grant from Tohono O’odham Nation (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The regularly scheduled Avondale Youth Advisory Commission meeting for January 9, 2023, will be replaced by an Open House event. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2023.

• Open House event in place of regular meeting

.Upcoming Event Notices (Possible Quorum)

This document is a quorum notice for upcoming events. No official city action will be taken at these gatherings.

• Governor Elect Hobbs Welcome on January 3, 2023
• Goodyear Council Induction Ceremony on January 3, 2023
• Peoria 2023 Council Installation Ceremony on January 3, 2023