Study Session Agenda

Thursday, October 16, 2008

7:30 A.M.

1. Convene an executive session.

a. Discussion or consultation for legal advice with the City Attorney.

(A.R.S. §38-431.03A (3)) Discussion or consultation with the City Attorney in order to consider the City’s position and instruct the City Attorney regarding the City’s position regarding all contracts involving the development of the Mesa Proving Grounds that are the subject of negotiations, in pending or contemplated litigation or in settlement discussions conducted in order to avoid or resolve litigation. (A.R.S. §38-431.03A(4))

1. Mesa Proving Grounds, approximately 3,200 acres of the former General Motors Proving Grounds facility, located generally at the southeast corner of Elliot and Ellsworth Roads.

2. Hear a presentation and discuss the development of the Mesa Proving Grounds located generally at the southeast corner of Elliot and Ellsworth Road including the notice of intent, all agreements, development issues and zoning issues.

3. Review items on the agenda for the October 20, 2008 regular Council meeting.

4. Hear a presentation, discuss and provide direction on the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.

5. Acknowledge receipt of minutes of various boards and committees.

a. Museum and Cultural Advisory Board meeting held July 25, 2008

b. Economic Development Advisory Board meeting held September 2, 2008

c. Parks and Recreation Board meeting held on September 10, 2008

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6. Hear reports on meetings and/or conferences attended.

7. Scheduling of meetings and general information.

8. Items from citizens present. (Maximum of three speakers for three minutes per speaker)