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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 7/1/2025 5:45 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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25-0012 3MinutesApproval of minutes of previous meetings as written.   Not available
25-0581 4-aLiquor License ApplicationThe Sacred Pint A taproom is requesting a new Series 7 Beer & Wine Bar License for The Sacred Pint LLC, 214 West Main Street - Gary Lee McCartney, agent. This is an ownership transfer; therefore, the existing license will revert to the State for modification. (District 4)   Not available
25-0582 4-bLiquor License ApplicationPacos Tacos A restaurant is requesting a new Series 12 Restaurant License for True Taco LLC, 144 South Mesa Drive Suite G - Theresa June Morse, agent. There is no existing license at this location. (District 4)   Not available
25-0562 5-aContractJob Order Master Contracts (JOC) Pool Construction Services (Citywide) The selection of contractors are needed for the JOC Pool Construction Services. Services include new construction, renovations, repairs, additions, demolition, and upgrades for pools, aquatic features, and/or related buildings and facilities. Contracts are for three, three-year contracts, with the two optional one year extensions. Staff recommend awarding Job Order Master Contracts to Landmark Aquatic Services, LLC, Shasta Industries, Inc., and Sun Eagle Corporation, which will allow for the issuance of multiple individual job orders with an approved upper limit of $4,000,000 per job order, or as otherwise approved by council.   Not available
25-0578 5-bContractThree-Year Term Contract with Two-Year Renewal Options for Jet “A” Aviation Fuel for the Mesa Police Department (Citywide) This contract provides Jet Aviation Fuel for the Police Aviation Support unit that operates three helicopters based at Falcon Field Airport. The estimated annual usage is 72,000 gallons. The Mesa Police Department and Procurement Services recommend awarding the contract to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder, Avfuel at $275,000, annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5% or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.   Not available
25-0576 5-cContractThree-Year Term Contract with Two-Year Renewal Options for Transportation Landscape Maintenance Services for the Transportation Department (Citywide) This contract will provide landscape, mowing, and irrigation services required to maintain and improve landscape assets located within the right-of-way, roadway medians, transit centers, bus stops, multi-use pathways, and other City maintained properties. Landscape maintenance locations are divided into five landscape route areas and four turf route areas, which are maintained on cyclical schedules depending on service levels and needs. A committee representing the Transportation Department and Procurement Services evaluated responses and recommend awarding the contract to the highest scored proposal from BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. at $3,000,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5% or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.   Not available
25-0579 5-dContractThree-Year Term Contract with Two-Year Renewal Options for Crack Seal Services, Materials, and Rental Equipment for the Transportation Department (Citywide) This contract provides comprehensive crack seal application services across five City street classifications: arterial roads, collector streets, residential streets, signalized intersections, and parking lots, to support pavement preservation efforts. The work includes furnishing and applying sealant materials to contractor-prepared cracks and joints in asphalt concrete or Portland cement concrete pavements. Additionally, the City may purchase materials and rent equipment through this contract. The Transportation Department and Procurement Services recommend awarding the contract to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidders, Choice Maintenance and Asphalt Services, TALIS Construction Corporation (a Mesa business), Vortex Construction Services, Inc. (a Mesa business), Cactus Transport, Crafco, Inc., Superior Supply, Inc., Maxwell Products, Inc., and Main Street Materials at $6,747,000, annually with an annual increase allo   Not available
25-0577 5-eContractDollar Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Stagehand Temporary Worker Services for the Arts and Culture Department (Citywide) This contract provides stagehand and production technicians for events at the Mesa Arts Center and Mesa Arts Center affiliated events throughout the City. This dollar limit increase will accommodate increased activity at the Mesa Arts Center and is funded through ticket sales and event rentals. The Arts and Culture Department and Procurement Services recommend increasing the dollar limit with UTP Productions, Inc. by $175,000, from $800,000 to $975,000 through 10/24/2025.   Not available
25-0580 5-fContractThree-Year Term Contract with Two-Year Renewal Options for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Automotive Repair and Maintenance for Light Duty Vehicles for the Fleet Services Department (Citywide) This contract establishes a network of non-exclusive vendors responsible for the maintenance and repair of the City’s fleet, which includes sedans, light-duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans. Fleet Services manages approximately 1,178 light-duty vehicles, including approximately 570 police patrol, undercover, and administrative units. A committee representing the Fleet Services Department and Procurement Services evaluated responses and recommend awarding the contract to the highest scored proposals from Tex Chevrolet dba Earnhardt Chevy, Courtesy Chevrolet, Chapman Ford, LLC, Earnhardt Ford Mazda dba Earnhardt Ford, Courtesy Auto of Mesa, LLC (a Mesa business), and Reigi Auto of Mesa dba Courtesy Nissan (a Mesa business), at $1,200,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5% or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.   Not available
25-0583 5-gContractPurchase of One Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS) (Replacement) for the Water Resources Department (Citywide) This purchase will replace the current instrument, which has surpassed its useful lifespan and is no longer supported. The ICP-MS is a powerful analytical instrument used to detect and measure trace elements in reclaimed water plants and surface water treatment facilities, ensuring precise and reliable water quality analysis. The Water Resources Department and Procurement Services recommend authorizing the purchase using the City of Tucson cooperative contract with Agilent Technologies at $200,000.   Not available
25-0584 5-hContractNine-Month Use of a Cooperative Term Contract for Sewer Collection System Inspection Services for the Water Resources Department (Citywide) This contract secures vital services for cleaning and video inspections of public sewer mains, manholes, siphons, and irrigation infrastructure, as well as cured-in-place point repairs to extend the operational lifespan of these systems. These services ensure efficient wastewater and raw-water irrigation flows, providing data used for proactive system management, and addressing specific maintenance needs to prevent service disruptions. The Water Resources Department and Procurement Services recommend authorizing the purchase using the City of Scottsdale cooperative contract with Professional Pipe Services, Inc. at $400,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5% or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.   Not available
25-0587 5-iContractDollar Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Library Books, Spoken Word, DVDs, and Digital Media for the Library Services Department (Citywide) This contract primarily facilitates the purchase of books and audiobooks, while also including digital products and professional services, such as materials processing to support the development of library collections for Mesa residents. These materials are used to refresh existing content and acquire new materials for community circulation. The Gateway Library is scheduled to fall 2025. To support the one-time costs associated with establishing a comprehensive opening day collection, a temporary increase in contract spending capacity is requested. This adjustment does not impact the existing budget, which is already allocated and funded for this project. The Library Services Department and Procurement Services recommend increasing the dollar limit with Baker & Taylor, LLC, Brodart, Co., and Ingram Library Services, LLC by $700,000, from $700,000 to $1,400,000, through February 27, 2026.   Not available
25-0588 5-jContractDollar Limit Increase to the Term Contract for Library Physical Media Materials for the Library Services Department (Citywide) This contract primarily facilitates the purchase of DVDs and Blue Ray, while also including audiobooks and professional services, such as materials processing to support the development of library collections for Mesa residents. These materials are used to refresh existing content and acquire new materials for community circulation. The Gateway Library is scheduled to open fall 2025. To support the one-time costs associated with establishing a comprehensive opening day collection, a temporary increase in contract spending capacity is requested. This adjustment does not impact the existing budget, which is already allocated and funded for this project. The Library Services Department and Procurement Services recommend increasing the dollar limit with Midwest Tape, LLC by $150,000, from $150,000 to $300,000, through February 27, 2026.   Not available
25-0561 6-aResolutionAuthorizing continued negotiations for the acquisition of certain real property interests for the Elliot Road Improvement Project (No. CP0982) and, as a matter of public use and necessity, authorizing the acquisition through eminent domain of certain real property rights (easements) in Mesa generally located along Elliot Road, between East Maricopa Floodway to Ellsworth Road, for the Elliot Road Improvement Project. (District 6) Resolution No. 12392   Not available
25-0400 6-bResolutionAuthorizing continued negotiations for the acquisition of certain real property for the Dobson Road Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon Project (No. CP1110), and, as a matter of public necessity, authorizing the acquisition through eminent domain of certain real and personal property rights of property in Mesa located at 600 South Dobson Road, for easement purposes for said project. (District 3) Resolution No. 12393   Not available
25-0574 6-cResolutionApproving an adjustment to the compensation for the positions Presiding City Magistrate and City Magistrate, to be effective in the pay period beginning on July 7, 2025. Resolution No. 12394   Not available
25-0567 7-aOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapters 30, 31, and 87 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Accessory Dwelling Units, Detached Accessory Buildings or Structures, and Home Occupations. The amendments include, but are not limited to: modifying the gross floor area requirements for Detached Accessory Buildings or Structures; modifying the setback requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units; modifying the specific use and activities standards for Home Occupations; adding the definition of “Building Addition”; modifying the definition of Home Occupations. (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5950 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Recommendation: Adoption (4-0)   Not available
25-0571 7-bOrdinanceZON24-00548 "SAIA Motor Freight Lines" 13± acres located approximately 2,600 feet west of the southwest corner of East Pecos Road and South Signal Butte Road. Site Plan Review for the development of an approximately 49,914± square foot freight/truck terminal and warehouse. SAIA Motor Freight Line LLC, owner; Cris Burgam, applicant. (District 6) Ordinance No. 5951 Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 6-0)   Not available
25-0572 7-cOrdinanceZON25-00163 "UTV Stereo - Quality Car Audio" 2.1± acres located at 7561 East Baseline Road. Major Site Plan Modification and amending Condition of Approval No. 1 for case Z97-048 to allow for the expansion of an approximately 26,636± square foot minor vehicle service and repair use. Chase Moll, Alpha Enterprise LLC, owner; Steve Nevala, FINN Architects, LLC, applicant. (District 6) Ordinance No. 5952 Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 6-0)   Not available
25-0573 7-dOrdinanceZON25-00208 “Medina Station” 61± acres located at the southeast corner of East Southern Avenue and South Signal Butte Road. Major Site Plan Modification and amending Condition of Approval No. 1 for case ZON23-00691 to allow for a mixed-use development. SimonCRE Buddy, LLC; Target Corporation; Bela Flor Holdings, LLC, owner; Eric Hurley, SimonCRE Buddy, LLC, applicant. (District 5) Ordinance No. 5953 Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 6-0)   Not available
25-0568 7-eOrdinanceANX25-00049 - Annexing 0.013± acres of County right-of-way at the intersection of East Elliot Road and South Hawes Road. (District 6) Ordinance No. 5954   Not available
25-0569 7-fOrdinanceANX25-00293 - Annexing 1.4± acres of County right-of-way along South Signal Butte and extending approximately 1,246 feet west along the future alignment of East Auto Drive (District 6) Ordinance No. 5955   Not available
25-0570 7-gOrdinanceANX25-00449 - Annexing 0.17± acres of County right-of-way for a portion of the intersection of East Elliot Road and South Sossaman Road. (District 6) Ordinance No. 5956   Not available
25-0589 8-aResolutionA resolution declaring the documents filed with the City Clerk titled "Section 11-31-36: Data Centers” and “Planned Area Development Overlay District Amendments” to be a public record and providing for the availability of the documents for public use and inspection with the City Clerk. Resolution No. 12395   Not available
25-0566 8-bOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapters 6, 7, 22, 31, 32, and 86 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Data Centers and Planned Area Development Overlay Districts. The amendments include, but are not limited to: adding a definition for Data Center; modifying land use tables to add Data Center; establishing development and other standards specific to Data Centers; adding a minimum parking requirement for Data Centers; amending the purpose, land use regulations, and development standards related to the Planned Area Development (PAD) Overlay District to, among other things, allow land uses to be permitted through approval of PAD Overlay Districts; modifying the definition of Indoor Warehousing And Storage. (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5957 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Recommendation: Adoption (Vote: 6-1)   Not available
25-0510 9-aOrdinanceZON24-01020 "SWC Sossaman and Main" 3.5± acres located at southwest corner of South Sossaman Road and East Main Street. Rezone from Limited Commercial (LC) to Multiple Residence-2 with a Planned Area Development Overlay (RM-2-PAD) and Site Plan Review for a 45-unit multiple residence development. Elliot Barken, owner; Jon Gillespie, Rose Law Group, applicant. Legal Protest - An affirmative vote of three-fourths of the members of City Council is required to adopt this Ordinance, pursuant to A.R.S. §9-462.04(H). (District 2) (5 votes required) Ordinance No. 5944 Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 4-0)   Not available
25-0511 9-bOrdinanceZON24-01074 “Polaris Academy” 1.8± acres located at the southwest corner of East Hampton Avenue and South Clearview Avenue. Modification of a Council Use Permit (CUP); Rezone 0.8± acres from Light Industrial with a Planned Area Development Overlay (LI-PAD) to LI-PAD with a Bonus Intensity Zone Overlay (LI-PAD-BIZ); Major Site Plan Modification for 1.8± acres; and to remove conditions no. 1, 7, 8, 10, and 11 of Ordinance No. 2732 to allow the expansion of a private school. Polaris Re Holdings LLC, owner; Nathan Palmer, applicant. (District 6) Ordinance No. 5945 Staff Recommendation: Approval with conditions P&Z Board Recommendation: Approval with conditions (Vote: 6-0)   Not available
25-0494 9-cOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapters 81 and 87 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Adaptive Reuse Permits. The amendments include, but are not limited to: modifying terms within Chapter 81 (Adaptive Reuse Permit) to reflect eligibility of existing commercial, office, and mixed use parcels rather than buildings; modifying the Adaptive Reuse Permit application cap; changing the zoning districts in which Adaptive Reuse Permits are allowed; clarifying the applicable development standards; modifying the definitions for Adaptive Reuse, Adaptive Reuse Permit, Low-Income Housing, Moderate Income Housing, and Multiple Residence Reuse; removing the definition of Existing Commercial, Office, and Mixed-Use Building; and adding a definition of Existing Commercial, Office, and Mixed-Use Parcel. (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5946 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Board Recommendation: Adoption (Vote 4-0)   Not available
25-0513 9-dOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapter 25 of Title 6 and Chapter 31 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to marijuana sales and facilities. The text amendments include but are not limited to removal of marijuana delivery language and increasing the permitted floor area for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries and Dual License Facilities. (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5947 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Board Recommendation: Adoption of the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 31 of Title 11) (6-0)   Not available
25-0512 9-eOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapters 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 63 and 64 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Form-Based Code. The text amendments include but are not limited to repealing in its entirety Chapter 56: Form-Based Code Overview and adopting a new “Chapter 56: Form-Based Code Overview”; repealing in its entirety Chapter 57: Maps; repealing in its entirety Chapter 58: Building Form Standards and adopting a new “Chapter 58: Building Form Standards”; repealing in its entirety Chapter 59: Building Type Standards and adopting a new “Chapter 59: Building Type Standards”; repealing in its entirety Chapter 60: Private Frontage Standards and adopting a new “Chapter 60: Private Frontage Standards”; modifying the process for modifications to Smart Growth Regulating Plan Transect Zones; modifying the definition for “Build-to Line”; modifying the definition for “Dwelling, Dwelling Unit, or Housing Unit”; deleting the definition of “Accessory/Secondary Unit”; adding the definition of “Accessory Dwelling Unit”. (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5948 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Board Rec   Not available
25-0514 9-fOrdinanceProposed amendments to Chapter 6 of Title 9 and Chapters 30, 66, and 87 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Land Divisions. The text amendments include but are not limited to repealing Mesa City Code Title 9, Chapter 6 (Subdivision Regulations) in its entirety and replacing it with a new Mesa City Code Title 9, Chapter 6 titled “Land Division Regulations”; repealing Mesa City Code Title 11, Zoning Ordinance, Section 11-30-6 (Lots and Subdivisions) in its entirety and replacing it with a new Section 11-30-6 titled “Lots and Land Divisions”; amending Mesa City Code Title 11, Zoning Ordinance, Section 11-66-2(C); and amending Mesa City Code Title 11, Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 87 (Definitions). (Citywide) Ordinance No. 5949 Staff Recommendation: Adoption P&Z Board Recommendation: Adoption of the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 30, 66, and 87 of Title 11) (6-0)   Not available
25-0540 10-aResolutionA resolution making findings required by A.R.S. § 9-500.11 (Version 2) for the City to enter into Development Agreement meeting the definition of “a retail development tax incentive agreement” with SIMONCRE Buddy, LLC and Target Corporation for the development of certain improvements for the project known as “Medina Station” generally located at the southeast corner of East Southern Avenue and South Signal Butte Road. (District 5) (5 votes required) Resolution No. 12396   Not available
25-0541 10-bResolutionA resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Development Agreement with SIMONCRE Buddy, LLC and Target Corporation for the development of certain improvements for the project known as “Medina Station” generally located at the southeast corner of E. Southern Avenue and S. Signal Butte Road. The Development Agreement meets the definition of a “retail development tax incentive agreement” under A.R.S. §9-500.11 (Version 2). (District 5) (5 votes required) Resolution No. 12397   Not available