Review: April 8 Council Meeting
The Sierra Vista City Council voted unanimously to adopt proposed development code changes at its regular meeting on Thursday.
One code change creates a process for the City to offer additional flexibility to a resident or homeowner seeking to modify their home to accommodate a disability. The process would allow the modification to exceed certain dimensional standards (building setbacks and height) if it can be proven that the modification would provide the needed accommodation.
The second code change revises the public hearing process for requested map amendments (zoning changes), text amendments, and conditional use permits. The proposed process would only require a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission unless there is an objection or a request for a public hearing before the City Council. The issue will still go to the City Council for final consideration but only requiring one public hearing expedites the review and approval process.
The City Council also unanimously approved the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Sports Complex football field to Keith Hampton, based on the unanimous recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Hampton, also known as “Coach,” spent nearly 25 years devoted to sports programs in Sierra Vista.
Hampton helped start Arizona Youth Football in Sierra Vista, was involved in Pop Warner Football, and coached in local schools. Later, as his health declined, Hampton went from coach to cheerleader, offering near constant support from the stands and sidelines. Hampton passed away on June 20, 2020.
“We lost this kind gentleman much too soon, but he left an incredible legacy behind in his wonderful children and in all the lives he touched,” Leisure & Library Services Director Laura Wilson said, in her presentation to council on Thursday.
The Parks and Recreation Commission would like to host a public dedication once the field has been rehabilitated and is ready for use.
In other business the City Council unanimously approved:
- An application for a permanent extension of premises permit for Michael Appleton on behalf of Bone Dry Taphouse.
- A resolution restating the City’s commitment to fair housing in Sierra Vista.
Details on the council meeting items are available in the supporting documents for the Thursday, April 8, City Council meeting. They can be accessed via the “City Council” folder on the City’s document server at docserve.sierravistaaz.gov/.
City Council meetings can be streamed live and past meetings can be viewed on YouTube. The meetings are also aired on Cox Channel 12. Learn more at www.sierravistaaz.gov/your-government/mayor-council/council-meetings/ or in the “Council HQ” page at engage.sierravistaaz.gov.
