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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 2013-04-16 216 City Council, Regular Meeting Civic Center Council Chambers 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, California April 16, 2013 6:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Rick Bosetti with the following Council Members I present: Gary Cadd, Patrick Jones, Missy McArthur, and Francie Sullivan. Also present were City Manager Kurt Starman, City Attorney Rick Duvernay, Assistant City Manager/Electric Utility Director Barry Tippin, Deputy City Manager Greg Clark, Development Services Director Bill Nagel, Public Works Director Brian Crane, City Clerk Pamela Mize, and Executive Assistant Sharlene Tipton. The City Manager introduced Department Directors that were in attendance: City Treasurer Allyn Clark, Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd, Support Services Director Rod Dinger, Fire Chief Kevin Kreitman, Interim Finance Director Dennice Maxwell, and Chief of Police Robert Paoletti. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Charlie Menoher. In lieu of the Invocation, a moment of silence was held for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. PRESENT A nONS 2A. Resolution - 2013 Redding Science Bowl Winners [A-050-125/ A-050-060] Matt Madison, Redding Electric Utility Key Accounts Manager, highlighted the Report to City Council ( staff report) dated April 9, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and I recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution recognizing University Preparatory High School (U-Prep) as the 2013 Redding Science Bowl Winners and thanking the local businesses, organizations, and individuals that contributed to the community event. On behalf ofU-Prep, Physics/Chemistry Teacher and Coach Brian Murphy thanked the City of Redding and Redding Electric Utility for the opportunity to attend and participate in the National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C. to be held April 25-29, 2013. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member Cadd, to adopt Resolution No. 2013-036, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding commending University Preparatory High School Team One for winning the 2013 Redding Regional Science Bowl Competition and thanking all ofthe participants, sponsors, and volunteers that made the recent Science Bowl such a success. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN : ABSENT: Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None Resolution No. 2013-036 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. I 28. Presentation of a Mayor's Proclamation - Sexual Assault Awareness. Month [A -050-060-600] Mayor Bosetti presented a Mayoral Proclamation to Jean King, Executive Director ofthe Shasta Women's Refuge Center and Family Justice Center, proclaiming April 2013, as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the City of Redding. Ms. King spoke on behalf of the Shasta Women's Refuge Center and Family Justice Center. 04/16/2013 217 PUBLIC COMMENT [A-050-060/P-100-240] George Clarke questioned the City Council's reasoning behind implementing the Public Agency Retirement System benefit for employees and expressed concern relative to the increased unfunded liability. . I [A-050-060] Rhys Lee requested the Council's assistance to stop human trafficking along the Interstate 5 corridor. [ A-050-060] Dolores Lucero opined that the Council is abusing its authority under the "Color of law". [A-050-050] Greg Mann, Wickie Smith, William Benage, Terry Taff, and Marilyn Hagler expressed dissatisfaction with the City Attorney's performance. [A-050-060] Joseph Greydanus questioned ifthe Council will honor its Oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States of America. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference: I 4.(b). Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers [A-050-100-500] It is the recommendation of the Interim Finance Director that the City Council approve Accounts Payable Register No. 19, for the period of April 1, 2013, through April 12, 2013, for a total of$3,636,494.43, for check numbers 910357 through 91 0741, inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 9892 through 9925, inclusive, and Wire Transfer numbers 4467 through 4474, inclusive; and Payroll Register No. 20, for the period March 17, 2013, through March 30, 2013, in the amount of $2,537,494.36, for electronic deposit transaction numbers 343826 through 344625, inclusive, and check numbers 553236 through 553289, inclusive; SUMMARY TOTAL: $6,173,988.79. 4.2(a). Resolution - Authorizing the City Treasurer to Open a Public Funds, Money Market Account with Five Star Bank [L-010-005/F-205] It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2013-037, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Treasurer to open a Public Funds, Money Market Account with Five Star Bank utilizing approximately $1 million from the former Redding Affordable Housing Loan Fund for affordable housing activities. In response to Joseph Greydanus, Council Member Jones explained that, by law, the funds can not be used for streets, a police facility, or any other purpose other than affordable housing. I 4.3( a). Lease Agreement with the Exchange Club of Redding (C-2921) - Warehouse and Fenced Compound at the Redding Municipal Airport [C-070-100/A-090-100] It is the recommendation ofthe Support Services Director that the City Council approve a new Lease Agreement with the Exchange Club of Redding (C-2921) for a warehouse and fenced compound located at the Redding Municipal Airport for a five-year period effective May 1,2013, through April 30, 2018, with two five-year options to extend the term. 04/16/2013 218 4.3(b). Third Amendment to License and Permit for Commercial Activities with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. (C-3628) [A -070-080/C-070-1 00/ A -090-100] It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that the City Council approve the Third Amendment to License and Permit for Commercial Activities with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. (C-3 628) for the purpose of relocating SkyWest Airlines to its new location within the Redding Municipal Airport terminal. 4.5(a). Redding Electric Utility's (REU) Monthly Financial Report - February 2013 [B-130-070] I It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City Council accept REU's Monthly Financial Report for February 2013. 4.5(c). Legal Services Agreement (C-5299) and Engagement Letter (C-4454) with the Law Offices of Susie Berlin [E-120/L-I00] It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City Council authorize the Electric Utility Director to execute a revised Legal Services Agreement (C-5299) and Engagement Letter (C-4454) with the Law Offices of Susie Berlin. 4.6(a). Update on the Installation of a Flag Pole at the Redding Library [L-050] At the recommendation of Vice Mayor Jones', an update was provided to the City Council relative to the installation of a flag pole at the Redding Library. Greg Mann and Joseph Greydanus opined that the funding and installation of a flagpole at the library is solely the City's responsibility. The City Council took no action on this informational item. 4.9(b). Resolution - California Peace Officers' Memorial Days, Shasta County Peace Officers' I Memorlal Day, and National Police Week [ A-050-060-600/P;.150-150] It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2013-038, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding proclaiming May 5 and May 6,2013, as California Peace Officers' Memorial Days; May 16, 2013, as Shasta County Peace Officers' Memorial Day; and May 12 through May 18, 2013, as National Police Week in the City of Redding. 4.10(a).General Fund Monthly Financial Report - February 2013 [B-130-070] It is the recommendation of the Interim Finance Director that the City Council accept the General Fund Monthly Financial Report for February 2013. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member McArthur, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted a~ !ecomm~Ed~d. Tht;:: Vote: AYES: Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McAtthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti , NOES: Council Members - None ABSTAIN: Council Members - None I ABSENT: Council Members - None Resolutions Nos. 2013-037 through 2013-38 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. 04/: 612013 219 PUBLIC HEARINGS. PETITIONS. AND PROTESTS 6.1 Public Hearing - Proposed Lease of Property located at 2480 Ellis Street (Assessor's Parcel Numbers 108-350-054 and 108-020-014) by PC Redding Apartments Limited Partnership (Palm Communities Redding Apartment, L.P.) [R-030-606] Deputy City Manager Greg Clark highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 4, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council conduct a Public Hearing and, upon conclusion: 1) adopt a resolution making the necessary findings in connection with the lease to PC Redding Apartments Limited Partnership of vacant property located at 2480 Ellis Street owned by the City of Redding as Successor Housing Agency; and (2) adopt a resolution acting as the Successor Housing Agency to the former Redding Redevelopment Agency approving a. ground lease with PC Redding Apartments Limited Partnership regarding real property located at 2480 Ellis Street, pursuant to Section 33433 of the Health and Safety Code. I The hour of 6:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Bosetti opened the public hearing to consider the proposed lease of property. The Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Mitch Slagerman, Vice President of Project Development with Palm Communities spoke on behalf of the project. Stephen Cutty, Field Representative for Service Employees International Union Local 1021, questioned the $1 a year lease and suggested requiring' an annual lease in the amount of $5,000 instead. He opined that the amount does not seem fair when City employees are taking pay cuts and incurring furloughs. I In response to Council Member Jones, Mr. Clark confirmed that this project is the best use for this property. Mayor Bosetti determined that on one else present wished to address this matter and closed the public hearing. A discussion amongst the Council ensued. I A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council Member Jones, to: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2013-039, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the lease of real property located at 2480 Ellis Street to PC Redding Apartments Limited Partnership and finding that the lease of the property will assist in the elimination of blight and/or the provision of affordable housing; and that the consideration for the property is not less than the fair reuse value; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2013-040, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding acting as the Successor Housing Agency to the former Redding Redevelopment Agency approving a ground lease with PC Redding Apartments Limited Partnership regarding real property located at 2480 Ellis Street, pursuant to Section 33433 of the Health and Safety Code.,~ The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None Resolution Nos. 2013-039 and 2013-040 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. 04/1612013 220 APPOINTMENTS 7.1 Mayor's Appointments - Redding Planning Commission [B-080-300] City Manager Starman highlighted the Report to City Co~nci1 (staff report) dated April 4, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and relayed Mayor Bosetti's recommendation that the City Council appoint Frank Coughlin ~nd Robert Nelson to four-year terms fro~ May I, 2013, to May I, 2017. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member I McArthur, to appoint Frank Coughlin and Robert Nelson to the Planning Commission to serve four-year terms from May I, 2013, to May I, 2017. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 7.2 Mayor's Appointments - Electric Utility Commission [B-080-160] City Manager Starman summarized the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 8, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and relayed Mayor Bosetti's recommendation that the City Council approve the appointment and initial term of the following individuals to the Electric Utility Commission effective May I, 2013: Adam McElvain, Susan Hinz, and Michael Quinn to serve four-year terms; Azizollah Barzin and Marcus Partin to three-year terms; and Leonard Wingate and Lyle Hurley to two-year terms. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Cadd, to appoint the following to the Electric Utility Commission: Adam McElvain, Susan Hinz, and Michael Quinn to serve four-year terms; Azizollah Barzin and Marcus Partin to three-year terms; and Leonard Wingate and Lyl~ Hurley to two-year terms effective May I, 2013. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS. I BOARDS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES 9A. Non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) with the County of Ventura - Federal Aviation Administration Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site [A-090-100] Support Services Director Dinger summarized the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 4, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and relayed Mayor Bosetti's request to discuss the Non-binding Letter ofIntent with the County of V entura regarding a Federal Aviation Administration Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Test Site with all five Council Members present. Speakers in opposition: George Clarke, Robert Garcia, Ann Meyer, Denise Young, Mark Kent, Lydia Reed, Donald McRae, Terry Rapoza, Dolores Lucero, Patricia Heinsohn, Greg Mann, Sally Rapoza, Sandra Brogan, Lowell Barnes, Chuck Knight, Betty Hayhurst, Melody Fowler, Gary Hollahan, Linda White, Douglas Bennett, Joseph Greydanus, Wyatt Paxton, Alicia Bercsa, Barbara Keeling, Rick Wagner, and Dick Fyten. Speakers in Support: Mary Machado, Shasta Voices; Frank Strazzarino, Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce; Mark Lascelles, Shasta County Economic Development Corporation; and Carl Pfeiffer. Jeff Nelson, Franklin Saylor, and Sam Lanier stated that drone technology is coming whether the community is ready or not and opined they wanted to be in control when it does. I At the hour of 8:55 p.m., Mayor Bosetti determined that on one else present wished to address this matter and closed the public hearing. A discussion amongst the Council ensued. 04/16/2013 221 Council Member Cadd stated that he is abstaining from voting because he does not want to vote yes, as he doesn't agree with proceeding without including more public input and discussing the various policy and security issues, however, he does not want to vote no either, as he feels the City needs to have a voice in the matter. Council Member Jones opined that all the details of the project have not been fully vetted with the public, therefore, he could not support moving forward. I A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council Member Sullivan, to authorize the Support Services Director's execution of a Letter of Intent with Ventura County for an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site and the City's interest in entering into an agreement should Ventura County be awarded an agreement by the F ederal Aviation Administration. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - Jones Council Members - Cadd Council Members - None 9.3(c). City of Redding' s Fleet Maintenance Program - Oral Presentation (POSTPONED ITEM TO A FUTURE COUNCIL MEETING DUE TO TIME CONSIDERATION) [A-050-150-150] I 9.5(b). California Cap-and-Trade Program - Utilization of Compliance Instruments, or Allowances [E-020-010] Electric Utility Director Tippin provided an overview of the Report to Council (staff report) dated March 29,2013, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council authorize the Electric Utility Director, or his designee(s), to purchase, sell, trade, manage, or otherwise utilize Compliance Instruments, or Allowances, under the California Cap-and- Trade Program A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Sullivan, to authorize the Electric Utility Director, or his designee(s), to purchase, sell, trade, manage, or otherwise utilize Compliance Instruments, or Allowances, under the California Cap-and-Trade Program. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 9.11(a).Ordinance - Amending Title 11, Vehicles and Traffic - Angle Parking [C-11 0-1 00/P-030-160] Public Work Director Crane summarized the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 1 , 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council approve an ordinance amending Title 11, Vehicles and Traffic, to establish angle parking on Sacramento Street between Oregon Street and Railroad A venue to help accommodate Canteca Foods' request after rebuilding due to a fire that demolished the old building. A discussion amongst the Council ensued. I A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council Member Sullivan, to introduce for first reading by title only and waive the full reading of Ordinance No. 2496, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 11 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 24 (Stopping, Standing, and Parking) by amending Section 11.24.060 (Angle Parking) to establish angle parking on the south side of Sacramento Street between Oregon Street and Railroad Avenue. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None City Attorney read the full title of Ordinance No. 2496. 04/1612013 222 9.11(b).Ordinance - Amending Title 11, Vehicles and Traffic - Parking Meter Hoods [C-ll 0-1 00/P-030-240-300] Public Works Director Crane highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 3, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Title 11, Vehicles and Traffic, by adding Section 11.23.095 to allow law enforcement transport activities to be eligible for the Parking Meter Hood Program; and approve minor changes to RMC Sections 11.28.090 through 11.28.120 and 11.28.140, designating the City Treasurer as the department responsible for administration of the Parking Meter Hood Program. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member McArthur, to introduce for first reading by title only and waive the full reading of Ordinance No. 2497, an ordinance ofthe City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 11 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 11.28 (Parking Meters) by amending Sections 11.28.090 through 11.28.120 and 11.28.140 and adding new Section 11.28.095 relating to parking meter hoods and designating the City Treasurer as the department responsible for administration of the Parking Meter Hood Program. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: I Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None City Attorney Duvernay read the full title of Ordinance 2497. 9.11 (c ).Resolution - Implementing Requirements of State Proposition 218-0mnibus Implementation Act [S-020-500/W -020-590/W -030-400] Public Works Director Crane summarized the Report to City Council (staff report) dated April 8, 2013, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution establishing local procedures implementing the requirements of I Proposition 218 for conducting protest hearings for new or increased property-related fees and charges. A discussion amongst the Council ensued. A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council Member Jones, to adopt Resolution No. 2013-041, a resolution of the City Council of the. City of Redding establishing local procedures for the conduct of protest proceedings pursuant to Proposition 218 for new or increased property-related fees and charges. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Cadd, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Bosetti Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None Resolution No. 2013-041 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORT(S) City Council Member attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at City expense {Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234} I [ A-050-060/B-130-030-045] . Council Member Cadd attended the Economic Development Corporation's Board Meeting and luncheon,held on March 29,2013, at the City of Shasta Lake's City Hall, and after, toured the 3M Moody Flats Quarry project site in Shasta Lake City, California. [ A-050-060/S-050-430] Council Member Cadd attended the California Department of Water Resources Integrated Regional Water Management Conference April 4-5, 2013, in Sacramento, California. 04/16/2013 I I I 223 CLOSED SESSION At the hour of 9:55 p.m., Mayor Bosetti announced that Council would adjourn to Closed Session. 12A. Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Designated Agency Representative: Personnel Director DeMaagd Employee Organizations: All Unrepresented Employees [P-l 00-050-1 00] The City Council took no reportable action on this item. 12B. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a): CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL.. EXISTING LITIGATION J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. v. City of Redding, et aI., Shasta County Superior Court; Case No. 167806 [L-I00] The City Council took no reportable action on this item. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Bosetti declared the meeting adjourned at the hour of 11 :02 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: 7cL~- Ric,k Bosetti, Mayor 9~~~ Pamela Mize, City ClerK 04/16/2013