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22/05/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. PRESENTATION(S)
1. APS FIRE MITIGATION/SUMMER READINESS PRESENTATION.
V. BRIEF SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS BY MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND/OR
CITY MANAGER - THE PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT PROPOSE, DISCUSS,
DELIBERATE OR TAKE LEGAL ACTION ON ANY MATTER BROUGHT UP
DURING THIS SUMMARY UNLESS THE SPECIFIC MATTER IS PROPERLY
NOTICED FOR LEGAL ACTION.
VI. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
The public may address the Council on matters directly relating to City business that
are not listed on the agenda during the Call to the Public by submitting a written
“Request to Speak” form to the City Clerk no later than the conclusion of the
information reports/updates portion of the agenda. There is a three-minute
timeframe per speaker, and all comments shall be addressed to the Council as a
whole and not to any member thereof, staff, or audience. The Mayor may direct a
speaker to stop speaking and leave the podium or adjourn the meeting if anyone
becomes disorderly or uncivil, makes personal attacks against any person or
persons, or if the Mayor determines that the speaker is speaking about items that are
outside the City’s legal authority to act.
VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. UPDATE REGARDING FY24-PW-04; ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Council Member or a citizen so requests, in which case the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the Agenda.
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1. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3283--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF
AGREEMENT (MOA) BETWEEN THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD AND
YAVAPAI COUNTY FOR 9-1-1 BILL PAYMENT SERVICES.
2. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3288--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR SHARED
TELECOMMUNICATIONS EMPLOYEE SERVICES BETWEEN THE CENTRAL
ARIZONA FIRE AND MEDICAL AUTHORITY AND THEY CITY OF
COTTONWOOD.
3. SERIES 19 (REMOTE TASTING ROOM) LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
SUBMITTED BY RYAN WITNER ANDERSON, AGENT FOR QUEEN B VINYL
CAFE.
4. APPROVAL TO ACCEPT HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT AWARD IN THE
AMOUNT OF $29,999.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
The following items are for Council discussion, consideration, and possible legal
action.
1. ORDINANCE NUMBER 745--AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE
COTTONWOOD CITY CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 2.08.110
(MEETINGS--AGENDA) AND 2.08.120 (MEETINGS--ORDER OF BUSINESS)
AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
2. ORDINANCE NUMBER 746--AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE
COTTONWOOD CITY CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 2.16.040 (ACTING
CITY MANAGER), SECTION 2.16.080 (POWER AND DUTIES), AND
SECTION 2.20.040 (ACTING CITY MANAGER), AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3300--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE STATE OF ARIZONA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE
CITY OF COTTONWOOD FOR PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS ON MAIN
STREET.
4. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING THE
NECESSITY OF A COURT REPORTER--REQUEST MADE BY COUNCIL
MEMBERS DUVERNAY, PALOSAARI, AND DEWILLIS.
X. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUEST REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEM
XI. CLAIMS
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1. CLAIMS AND ADJUSTMENTS--MAY 21, 2024
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.(A), the Council may vote to go into executive session on any
agenda item pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.(A)(3) and/or A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4), discussion
or consultation for legal advice with the attorney or attorneys of the public body.
The Cottonwood Council Chambers is accessible to the disabled in accordance with Federal
"504" and "ADA" laws. Those with needs for special typeface print or hearing devices may
request these from the City Clerk (TDD 634-5526.) All requests must be made 24 hours prior
to the meeting.
Members of the City Council will attend either in person or by telephone conference call.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9 , subject to certain specified
statutory exceptions, parents have a right to consent before the State or any of its political
subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the City Council are
audio and/or video recorded, and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may
be subject to such recording. Parents in order to exercise their rights may either file written
consent with the City Clerk to such recording, or take personal action to ensure that their child
or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a
recording is made, the City will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. §1-
602.A.9 have been waived.

21/05/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
1. ROLL CALL:
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
II. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS AND UPDATES:
A brief summary of current events by Chairperson, Commission members, and/or Community
Development Director. (The public body does not propose, discuss, deliberate, or take legal
action on any matter brought up during this summary unless the matter is properly noticed
for legal action).
III. OLD BUSINESS:
IV. NEW BUSINESS:
1. DR-24-003 - Cottonwood Springs RV Storage & Solar Canopy
2. DR-24-005 - Apartments on Mingus
3. BUNGALOWS ON MAIN DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION.
V. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
This is the time for the public to comment on any matter that does not appear on the agenda.
Commission members may not discuss items not identified on the agenda. Pursuant to A.R.S.
§ 38-431.01(H), action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staf
to study the matter, responding to criticism, or scheduling the matter for consideration at a
later date. Comments are limited to three minutes for each person.
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ON HOUSING
2. General Plan Update
VII. ADJOURNMENT:
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. subject to certain specified statutory exceptions, parents have a
right to consent before the State or any of its political subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a
minor child. Meetings of the City Council are audio and/or video recorded, and, as a result, proceedings in
which children are present may be subject to such recording. Parents in order to exercise their rights may
Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission
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either file written consent with the City Clerk to such recording, or take personal action to ensure that their
child or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a recording
is made, the City will assume that the rights af orded parents pursuant to A.R.S. have been waived.

08/05/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. PRESENTATIONS
1. PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK--MAY 5 TO MAY 11, 2024.
V. PROCLAMATION(S).
1. PROCLAMATION--NATIONAL KIDS TO PARKS DAY MAY 18, 2024
2. PROCLAMATION--NATIONAL PRESERVATION MONTH - MAY 2024
(HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION).
VI. BRIEF SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS BY MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND/OR
CITY MANAGER - THE PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT PROPOSE, DISCUSS,
DELIBERATE OR TAKE LEGAL ACTION ON ANY MATTER BROUGHT UP
DURING THIS SUMMARY UNLESS THE SPECIFIC MATTER IS PROPERLY
NOTICED FOR LEGAL ACTION.
VII. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
The public may address the council on matters directly relating to city business that
are not listed on the agenda during the Call to the Public by submitting a written
“Request to Speak” form to the city clerk no later than the conclusion of the
information reports/updates portion of the agenda. There is a three minute time
frame per speaker and all comments shall be addressed to the council as a whole
and not to any member thereof, staff, or audience. The mayor may direct a speaker
to stop speaking and leave the podium or adjourn the meeting if anyone becomes
disorderly, uncivil, makes personal attacks against any person or persons, or if the
mayor determines that the speaker is speaking about items that are outside the
city’s legal authority to act.
VIII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES--APRIL 16, 2024
Regular Meeting of the City Council
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IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. ORDINANCE NUMBER 744--AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA,
FOR A PORTION OF A PARCEL APPROXIMATELY 0.08 ACRES IN SIZE,
LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF NORTH 2ND STREET, APN: 406-34-060,
SO AS TO CHANGE CERTAIN DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND
CLASSIFICATIONS THEREOF FROM THE PRESENT ZONING
DESIGNATION OF C-1 (LIGHT COMMERCIAL) TO R-2 (SINGLE
FAMILY/MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL).
X. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Council Member or a citizen so requests, in which case the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the Agenda.
1. NEW SERIES 012 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
SUBMITTED BY ANDREA LEWKOWITZ, AGENT FOR CHIPOTLE MEXICAN
GRILL #4787 LOCATED AT 611 SOUTH MAIN STREET.
2. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3272--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, ACCEPTING
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION GRANT AGREEMENT 3-04-0012-
023-2024 TO DEVELOP AN AIRPORT OBSTACLE ACTION AND
MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL AIRPORT.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3217-A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
YAVAPAI COUNTY AND THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD FOR THE
COTTONWOOD AREA TRANSIT (CAT) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION
SERVICES.
4. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3280 - A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE
STIPULATIONS FOR THE APPROVED FINAL PLAT FOR A 6-LOT SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS 6 ON SIXTEEN.
5. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3281 - A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE
STIPULATIONS FOR THE APPROVED FINAL PLAT FOR A 10-LOT SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS MINGUS VIEWS.
6. 2024 STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE (SHPO) MATCHING
GRANT APPLICATION.
7. WAIVER OF PARKS AND RECREATION CODE SECTION 12.12.020. USE OF
PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES - H. PROHIBITED
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SUBSTANCES -- TO ALLOW FOR THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF
SPIRITUOUS LIQUOR AT RIVERFRONT PARK DURING THE VERDE
VALLEY WINE FESTIVAL TO BE HELD MAY 11, 2024, FROM 11:00 A.M. TO
6:00 P.M.
8. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3219--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
REAPPOINTING JERI SCOTT AS AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER
FOR THE CITY.
9. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3278--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
REAPPOINTING ROBERT FOREMAN AS AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
OFFICER FOR THE CITY.
10. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3279--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
REAPPOINTING RICHARD PIERCE AS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS. .
11. LEASE EXTENSION FOR SANDY BROWN, DBA SEEDS NATURAL FIBER
CLOTHING, LLC.
12. POSSIBLE AWARD AND APPROVAL OF SIX (6) AGREEMENTS RESULTING
FROM REQUESTS FOR QUALIFICATION FY24-PW-04; ON-CALL
ENGINEERING SERVICES.
13. RECOMMENDATION TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
REGARDING APPLICATION FOR A BINGO LICENSE SUBMITTED BY TODD
BAKER, AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY FOR GRANITE PINE SHADOWS, LLC.
XI. NEW BUSINESS
The following items are for Council discussion, consideration, and possible legal
action.
1. APPROVAL OF THE GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) # 1
AGREEMENT PROPOSED BY KEAR CIVIL CORPORATION,
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK (CMAR), FOR MINGUS
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) BLOWER AND AERATION
IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT.
2. 2024 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY REPORT/UPDATE.
3. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
4. PRESENTATION OF FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2025 PROPOSED BUDGET
5. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3282--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE RECALL OF CITY COUNCIL
MEMBER LISA DUVERNAY; DESIGNATING THE ELECTION DATE;
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DESIGNATING THE LAST DATE FOR VOTER REGISTRATION;
DESIGNATING THE PLACE AND THE LAST DATE FOR CANDIDATES TO
FILE NOMINATION PAPERS.
XII. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S).
XIII. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
XIV. CLAIMS
1. CLAIMS AND ADJUSTMENTS--MAY 7, 2024.
XV. SET AN EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. COUNCIL MAY CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO
A.R.S. 38-431(A)(3) AND 38-431(A)(4) FOR DISCUSSION AND
CONSULTATION FOR LEGAL ADVICE REGARDING A NOTICE OF CLAIM
FILED BY DEREK PALOSAARI.
XVI.ADJOURNMENT

08/05/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. SET AN EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. COUNCIL MAY CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO
A.R.S. 38-431(A)(3) AND 38-431(A)(4) FOR DISCUSSION AND
CONSULTATION FOR LEGAL ADVICE REGARDING STEPHEN GESELL V.
CITY OF COTTONWOOD.
IV. ADJOURNM

01/05/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION, AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO
STAFF
Comments regarding items listed on the agenda are limited to a three-minute
time period per speaker.
1. PRESENTATION OF FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2025 PROPOSED BUDGET
IV. ADJOURNMENT

17/04/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. BRIEF SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS BY MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND/OR
CITY MANAGER - THE PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT PROPOSE, DISCUSS,
DELIBERATE OR TAKE LEGAL ACTION ON ANY MATTER BROUGHT UP
DURING THIS SUMMARY UNLESS THE SPECIFIC MATTER IS PROPERLY
NOTICED FOR LEGAL ACTION.
V. PROCLAMATIONS
1. SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH--APRIL, 2024 (Jessye Johnson)
VI. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
This portion of the agenda is set aside for the public to address the Council regarding
an item that is not listed on the agenda for discussion. However, the Council cannot
engage in discussion regarding any item that is not officially listed on the agenda for
discussion and/or action (A.R.S. §38-431.02(H).) Comments are limited to a 3
minute time period.
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES--REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 2, 2024.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Council Member or a citizen so requests, in which case the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the Agenda.
1. NEW SERIES 012 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
SUBMITTED BY OSVALDO ALBERTO AVILEZ SANTANA, AGENT FOR
PUERTO AZUL, LLC, LOCATED AT 1330 EAST STATE ROUTE 89A.
2. EXTENSION OF CUSTODIAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH MELTON &
SONS, LLC.
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3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3271--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT (IGA) BETWEEN THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD AND THE
TOWN OF CLARKDALE FOR THE COTTONWOOD AREA TRANSIT (CAT)
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.
4. AGREEMENT WITH HAZEN AND SAWYER, P.C. TO PROVIDE
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE LIMITED CONSTUCTION PHASE OF
THE MINGUS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT BLOWER PROJECT.
5. APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH YAVAPAI
BROADCASTING CORPORATION.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
The following items are for Council discussion, consideration, and possible legal
action.
1. PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD'S
FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2023 ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT
(ACFR), SINGLE AUDIT, ANNUAL EXPENDITURE LIMITATION REPORT
(AELR), AND HIGHWAY USER REVENUE FUND (HURF) REPORT.
2. ORDINANCE NUMBER 743--AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, DECLARING THE
DOCUMENT TITLED "APRIL 2024 AMENDED ZONING ORDINANCE
SECTION 405: SIGNS" AS A PUBLIC RECORD AND ADOPTING THE "APRIL
2024 AMENDED ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 405: SIGNS" BY
REFERENCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3276--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING AN 89-
FOOT-TALL HAM RADIO TOWER AT 1738 SAWMILL ROAD.
4. ORDINANCE NUMBER 744--AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, YAVAPAI COUNTY, ARIZONA,
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA,
FOR A PORTION OF A PARCEL APPROXIMATELY 0.08 ACRES IN SIZE,
LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF NORTH 2ND STREET, APN: 406-34-060,
SO AS TO CHANGE CERTAIN DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND
CLASSIFICATIONS THEREOF FROM THE PRESENT ZONING
DESIGNATION OF C-1 (LIGHT COMMERCIAL) TO R-2 (SINGLE
FAMILY/MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL).
X. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.
XI. CLAIMS
1. CLAIMS AND ADJUSTMENTS--APRIL 16, 2024.
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XII. SET AN EXECUTIVE SESSION.
1. BY PUBLIC MAJORITY VOTE, COUNCIL MAY CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE
SESSION PURSUANT TO A.R.S. 38-431(A)(3) AND 38-431(A)(4) FOR
DISCUSSION AND CONSULTATION FOR LEGAL ADVICE WITH THE CITY
ATTORNEY REGARDING ARIZONA CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION (ACRD) VS.
CITY OF COTTONWOOD.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.(A) the Council
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03/04/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. PROCLAMATIONS
1. PROCLAMATION--DECLARING APRIL AS FAIR HOUSING MONTH IN THE
CITY OF COTTONWOOD.
2. PROCLAMATION--STAND WITH ME, BE DRUG-FREE WEEK.
V. BRIEF SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS BY MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND/OR
CITY MANAGER - THE PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT PROPOSE, DISCUSS,
DELIBERATE OR TAKE LEGAL ACTION ON ANY MATTER BROUGHT UP
DURING THIS SUMMARY UNLESS THE SPECIFIC MATTER IS PROPERLY
NOTICED FOR LEGAL ACTION.
VI. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
The public may address the council on matters directly relating to city business that
are not listed on the agenda during the Call to the Public by submitting a written
“Request to Speak” form to the city clerk no later than the conclusion of the
information reports/updates portion of the agenda. There is a three minute time
frame per speaker and all comments shall be addressed to the council as a whole
and not to any member thereof, staff, or audience. The mayor may direct a speaker
to stop speaking and leave the podium or adjourn the meeting if anyone becomes
disorderly, uncivil, makes personal attacks against any person or persons, or if the
mayor determines that the speaker is speaking about items that are outside the city’s
legal authority to act.
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES--REGULAR MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY 20, 2024,
AND MARCH 19, 2024, AND SPECIAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 27, 2024.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
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Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Council Member or a citizen so requests, in which case the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the Agenda.
1. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO INDEPENDENT
PROJECT ORDER ONE WITH DIBBLE & ASSOCIATES, FOR DESIGN
PHASE SERVICES TO DESIGN A WATER LINE RELOCATION AS PART OF
THE TAXIWAY A REHABILITATION PROJECT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $19,146.
2. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3266--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING
AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT REIMBURSABLE GRANT AGREEMENT E3S2D
01D, AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE, WITH THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, MULTIMODAL PLANNING DIVISION, AERONAUTICS
GROUP, FOR AID IN FINANCING THE DESIGN PHASE OF TAXIWAY A
REHABILITATION FOR THE COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL AIRPORT.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3267--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING A
HIGHWAY SAFETY GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FOR DUI/IMPAIRED DRIVING ENFORCEMENT
PATROL OVERTIME EXPENSES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025.
4. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3270--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING A
HIGHWAY SAFETY GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FOR SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
PATROL OVERTIME EXPENSES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025.
5. UPDATED AGREEMENT FOR THE DOWN-PAYMENT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTED BY HOUSING SOLUTIONS OF NORTHERN
ARIZONA.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
The following items are for Council discussion, consideration, and possible legal
action.
1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION RELATED TO THE ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND COMPENSATION OF THE PRESIDING
MAGISTRATE. PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 38-431.03(A)(1), THE
COUNCIL MAY VOTE TO CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO
CONDUCT ITS ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF THE
PRESIDING MAGISTRATE, SUBJECT TO THE PRESIDING MAGISTRATE'S
RIGHT TO COMPEL THE COUNCIL TO DISCUSS THIS MATTER IN OPEN
MEETING.
X. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
XI. CLAIMS
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1. CLAIMS AND ADJUSTMENTS--APRIL 2, 2024.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.(A) the Council may vote to go into executive session on any
agenda item pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03.(A)(3) and./or A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(4) Discussion
or consultation for legal advice with the attorney or attorneys of the public body.
The Cottonwood Council Chambers is accessible to the disabled in accordance with Federal
"504" and "ADA" laws. Those with needs for special typeface print or hearing devices may
request these from the City Clerk (TDD 634-5526.) All requests must be made 24 hours prior
to the meeting.
Members of the City Council will attend either in person or by telephone conference call.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9 , subject to certain specified
statutory exceptions, parents have a right to consent before the State or any of its political
subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the City Council are
audio and/or video recorded, and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may
be subject to such recording. Parents in order to exercise their rights may either file written
consent with the City Clerk to such recording, or take personal action to ensure that their child
or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a
recording is made, the City will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. §1-
602.A.9 have been waived.

20/03/2024

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. BRIEF SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS BY MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND/OR
CITY MANAGER - THE PUBLIC BODY DOES NOT PROPOSE, DISCUSS,
DELIBERATE OR TAKE LEGAL ACTION ON ANY MATTER BROUGHT UP
DURING THIS SUMMARY UNLESS THE SPECIFIC MATTER IS PROPERLY
NOTICED FOR LEGAL ACTION.
V. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
This portion of the agenda is set aside for the public to address the Council regarding
an item that is not listed on the agenda for discussion. However, the Council cannot
engage in discussion regarding any item that is not officially listed on the agenda for
discussion and/or action (A.R.S. §38-431.02(H).) Comments are limited to a 3
minute time period.
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES--SPECIAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 20, 2024,
AND REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 5, 2024.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the
Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Council Member or a citizen so requests, in which case the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the Agenda.
1. POSSIBLE AWARD AND APPROVAL OF POOL RESURFACING CONTRACT
WITH DESERT ART POOLS, LLC.
2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
AGREEMENT FOR AN INTERNATIONAL FIVE-TON DUMP TRUCK FROM
UNITED RENTAL IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $71,317.65.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3264--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, APPROVING A
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WAIVER OF PROCUREMENT POLICY FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
REPLACEMENT PUMP FOR THE MINGUS WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT FROM JAMES COOKE HOBSON, A TEXAS CORPORATION, IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $52,593.89.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
The following items are for Council discussion, consideration, and possible legal
action.
1. VERDE PLAZA 2--DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION, AND POSSIBLE
APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED GROUND LEASE OPTION AND LETTER OF
SUPPORT REGARDING A POTENTIAL $100,000 LOCAL GAP FINANCING
LOAN TO VERDE PLAZA ASSOCIATES OF COTTONWOOD, LLC, TO
SUPPORT ITS APPLICATION FOR LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDITS
TO CONSTRUCT 58 NEW AFFORDABLE APARTMENT UNITS AT VERDE
PLAZA APARTMENTS.
2. GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT.
3. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3274--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN A PUBLIC TRAIL EASEMENT AGREEMENT ON
PROPERTY AT 718 N. MAIN STREET.
4. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3275--A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN A NATURAL AREA OPEN SPACE EASEMENT
AGREEMENT ON PROPERTY AT 718 N. MAIN STREET.
IX. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
X. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
1. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS--NOVEMBER, 2023, AND DECEMBER,
2023.
XI. CLAIMS
1. CLAIMS--MARCH 19, 2024.
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