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City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
April 4, 2000, 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Anderson.
The Invocation was offered by Chaplain Lane Zachary of the First Church of the Nazarene.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Anderson with the following Council Members
present: Cibula, Kight, Pohlmeyer, and McGeorge.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City
Manager Starman, Assistant City Attorney Tranberg, Director of Public Works August,
Director of Development Services Hamilton, Director of Electric Utility Feider, Fire Chief
Wagner, Support Services Director Kersten, Administrative Services Director Bachman,
Manager of Energy Services Keener, City Treasurer Clark, Assistant to the City
Manager/Community Services Niemer, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Executive Secretary
Miller.
RESOLUTION - Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month
(A-050-060-600)
It is recommended that a resolution be adopted proclaiming April 2000 as "Child Abuse
Prevention Awareness Month."
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Cibula, that
Resolution No. 2000-62 be adopted, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
proclaiming April 2000 as "Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. " Voting was as
follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members - Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2000-62 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Anderson presented Resolution No. 2000-62 to Ms. Michele Erickson of the Child
Abuse Prevention Council of Shasta County.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of March 21,2000
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 18, check numbers 276512 through
276948 inclusive, in the amount of$2,768,405.11, for the period March 21 through March
30,2000, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 19, check numbers 469677 through
469989 inclusive, and electronic deposit transaction numbers 73638 through 74182, in the
amount of$I,464,340.80, for the period March 5 through March 18, 2000, be approved.
TOTAL: $4,232,745.91
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Treasurer's Report - February 2000
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability
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- $78,044,189.52
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities
- $117,921,135.50
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ACR133 and Cash Reconciliation Report - February 2000
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the ACR 13 3 Report and the Proof
of Cash Reconciliation for February 2000 be accepted.
Property Status Report
(C-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council accept the Property
Status Report as of March 2000, which includes the following: (1) Surplus City Property; (2)
Leases/Renewal of Leases of City Land; (3) Offers to sell land to the City; and (4) City-
initiated purchases of land.
Disposition of Surplus Furniture
(B-050-100-700, C-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that staffbe authorized to dispose of
furniture declared surplus upon the move to the new City Hall by offering it at no cost to
nonprofit agencies. Any remaining furniture will be taken to the Transfer Station for final
auction to the general public, and what is left will be directed to the landfill.
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Amendments to Buckeye Redevelopment Proiect Formation Agreement
(R-03 0-03 0)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that City Council approve amendments
to the Buckeye Project Formation Agreement as previously approved by the Redding
Redevelopment Agency. The Shasta County Redevelopment Agency will consider the
amendments on April 4, 2000.
License Agreement with Experimental Aircraft Association and Hillside Aviation, Inc.. for
Aviation Day Celebration at Benton Airpark
(A-070-080, A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that City Council approve a one-
day license agreement with Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and Hillside Aviation,
Inc., for Aviation Day 2000 at Benton Airpark on June 18, 2000. Admission is
complementary to the public, and the City will not receive any revenue or incur any costs for
the event.
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Monthly Financial Report - Electric Utility
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that City Council approve the
Electric Utility's Monthly Financial Report for February 2000. Retail power sales revenue
is 6.7 percent, or $3,343,466, below projections, and wholesale power sales to date are 35.5
percent, or $7,294,427, above projections. Operating revenue after energy costs is 1.1
percent, or $326,344, above plan. The total cost of electricity through February 2000 is 9.6
percent, or $3,820,061, above plan. The Utility's earnings before interest, depreciation, and
amortization were 5.5 percent, or $1,334,443, above plan. The current outstanding balance
for the Debt Reduction Program is $104.2 million.
Resolution - Approving Lease Finance Agreement for Two Wild-Land Fire Engines
(D-050-400-100, P-150-070)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Resolution No. 2000-63 be adopted, a
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the execution and delivery
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of a lease and option to purchase with Municipal Finance Corporation in an amount not to
exceed $190,000 for a five-year term, and authorizing certain actions in connection therewitl}..
Resolution - Proclaiming California Peace Officers' Memorial Week, Police Memorial Day,
and National Police Officers' Week
(A-050-060-600, P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Resolution No. 2000-64 be adopted, a
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding proclaiming May 5 through May 12,
2000, as "California Peace Officers' Memorial Week"; May 11,2000, as "Police Memorial
Day"; and May 14 through May 20,2000, as "National Police Officers' Week" in the City of
Redding.
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Grant Application with the McConnell Foundation for Drug Abuse Resistance Education
Program Vehicles
(G-100, P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that City Council approve the submission of
a grant to the McConnell Foundation requesting $64,000 to assist in replacing two specialized
vehicles for the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.ARE.) Program. The Police
Department and business donations will pay for the cost of outfitting and maintaining the
vehicles.
Monthly Financial Report - General Fund
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that City Council approve
the General Fund's Monthly Financial Report for February 2000. Total revenue to date
($30.0 million) is 2.8 percent above staff's original cash flow estimate. Expenditures to date
total $29,873,563, or 6.6 percent below staff's original cash flow projection.
Funding Request for Air Show 2000
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that City. Council approve
a funding request in the amount of $10,000 for police traffic control for Air Show 2000.
Because an air show has not been held for the last several years, funding was not included in
the Fiscal Year 1999-2001 budget; however, $5,000 included in both the 1999-2000 and
2000-2001 budgets for community special events will be combined to provide the requested
$10,000 for Air Show 2000 on September 30 and October 1, 2000. Voting was as follows:
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Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members - Cibula, Kight, PoWmeyer, and Anderson
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - McGeorge
Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for White Hawk Estates Unit
3 Subdivision (aka Country Heights) (S-6-95), by Signature Northwest, South of Teton Drive
(S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Resolution No. 2000-65 be
adopted, a Resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance
and operation Misty Glen Drive and Crescent Moon Court in Unit 3 of the White Hawk
Estates Subdivision.
It is also recommended that City Council accept the improvements in White Hawk Estates
Unit 3 Subdivision as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to return
the securities to the developer.
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Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance ofImprovements for Country Heights Unit 16,
Phase 6 Subdivision (S-6-95), by Signature Northwest, South of Teton Drive
(S-070-230 & S-100-108)
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It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Resolution No. 2000-66 be
adopted, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance
and operation Misty Glen Drive in Unit 16, Phase 6, of the Country Heights Subdivision.
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It is also recommended that City Council accept the improvements in Country Heights Unit
16, Phase 6 Subdivision as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to
return the securities to the developer.
Resolution - Accepting Offer of Dedication for Old Alturas Road Extension Between Churn
Creek Road and Canby Road
(C-070-0 1 0, L-O 10-390)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 2000-67 be adopted, a
Resolution of the City of Redding accepting an offer of dedication previously rejected for an
Old .Alturas Road extension between Churn Creek Road and Canby Road as required per
Condition No. 12 of Use Permit 3-98, Mt. Shasta Mall Expansion. Voting was as follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members -Cibula, Kight, and Pohlmeyer
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - McGeorge and Anderson
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, that
all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended,
with the exception of those items approved by a separate vote as indicated above. Voting
was as follows:
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Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members - Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 2000-62, 2000-63, 2000-64, 2000-65, 2000-66, and 2000-67 are on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
PRESENTATION BY THE REDDING RODEO ASSOCIATION
(A-050-060)
The Redding Rodeo Association, led by President Bruce Alexander, made a presentation
which included the following topics:
1. Overview of mission, membership, and standings of the Redding Rodeo Association
2. Association income and community financial benefits
3. National television coverage by the Entertainment Sports Program Network
4. Related groups and organizations
5. Rodeo education program
6. Grounds lease and possible relocation
7. Drill team - Special Kids Day & Calgary EquiDance 2000
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Mayor Anderson stated that the City CounCil considers the Redding Rodeo Association a
major contributor and historical part of the community, and thanked the group for its
presentation. He advised that the Redding Rodeo Association and staff should work closely
together to identify a mutually beneficial location for the rodeo grounds, and he mentioned
the possibility of constructing a multi-use facility at the future Sports Complex.
Council Member Cibula noted the importance of preserving culture and tradition through
supporting the Redding Rodeo Association.
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REQUEST FROM THE SHASTA COUNTY VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM FOR A
VICTIM GARDEN AT THE CIVIC CENTER
(C-050-025)
City Manager Warren provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated April 4,
2000, relating to a request by the Shasta County VictimlWitness Program for a Victim
Garden at the Civic Center. He said that the request is for a small plot of land on which to
plant a garden to celebrate the memory of crime victims. The garden, located on
approximately one-eighth acre east of the Council Chambers, would be identified by a plaque
although it would not contain individual names. Mr. Warren indicated that the garden,
maintained by the County, would be an attractive site and would incur no fiscal impact to the
City. Furthermore, honoring the request would encourage the spirit of cooperation between
the City and the County.
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It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council approve the concept of a Victim
Garden at the Civic Center.
Joyce Gardner, Project Director with the Shasta County VictimlWitness Program, stated that
the garden will be a place for the celebration of people's lives.
In response to Mayor Anderson, Mr. Warren explained that staff will be involved in the
selection of plants for the garden, and that the Shasta County VictimlWitness Program is
amenable to any decision in that regard.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Kight, to
approve in concept the request from the Shasta County VictimlWitness Program for a Victim
Garden at the Civic Center and directing staff to work with the Shasta County VictimlWitness
Program to make the garden a reality. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - Amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for Use of Civic
Center Community Room and Council Chambers
(F-205-600, C-050-025)
Assistant to the City Manager/Community Services Niemer provided an overview of the
report to City Council dated March 27,2000, relating to a proposal to amend the Schedule
of Fees and Service Charges with regard to rental fees for use of the Community Room and
Council Chambers. She said that since the Community Room has become available for rental
by the community, it has been used several times, and it has become apparent that the process
should be streamlined to make it easier for the prospective renter and staff
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Ms. Niemer noted that the proposed fee structure, incorporated herein by reference, has been
simplified to set rates for blocks of time as opposed to hourly rates,. and represents savings
from the previous schedule for all types of groups. Furthermore, it is proposed that keys be
issued to renters so that staff is not needed for after-hour events. She noted that on-site
security will monitor the activities, and the Community Services Director will have the
discretion to require a City attendant be present as well. An inventory of equipment,
including chairs, tables, and audio-visual equipment, has been purchased, and rental fees for
those items are included in the fee schedule.
Ms. Niemer stated that upon further consideration, and after consulting the City's Risk
Manager, staff feels it appropriate to not require nonprofit and government agencies
conducting passive activities to present insurance coverage; however, these agencies will be
required to produce insurance should they wish to conduct more active or "riskier" activities.
She added that it will be necessary for private parties to provide their own insurance for any
occaSIOn.
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It is recommended that a resolution be adopted approving the proposed changes to the
Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
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Council Member McGeorge related concerns with the amount of insurance coverage required
for renting the Community Room.
Administrative Services Director Bachman advised that for the purpose of renting the
Community Room, the City will accept a simple rider to the user's home insurance policy.
If the renter does not own a home, an insurance policy can be purchased from the City of
Redding.
In response to Mayor Anderson, Ms. Niemer advised that the new rates are significantly
lower than those of comparable hotels and country clubs. Regarding Mayor Anderson's
concerns with equipment rental rates, she explained that the fees are inclusive of staff time to
set up and tear down the equipment as well as to rent items like chairs from an outside agency
for large groups.
Mr. Bachman advised that the City is self-insured, and it is Council's decision whether to
assume the risk and reduce the insurance requirements for private parties. He noted that the
insurance process is less cumbersome than it has been in the past.
Council Member Cibula announced that his position regarding Community Room rental fees
remains unchanged in that, at least until budget time, he believes nonprofit agencies should
be allowed to use the room for free; therefore, he will not vote in support of the proposal
A discussion ensued, and Assistant City Attorney Tranberg opined that the proposed
insurance requirements are adequate.
It was a consensus of Council that the proposal for insurance requirements be approved and
tested for several months, and that staff return with a follow-up report to determine whether
any changes are necessary.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, that
Resolution No. 2000-68 be adopted, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges relating to rental fees for use of the
Community Room and the Council Chambers, and that staff return in three months with a
report regarding insurance requirements for use of the Community Room. Voting was as
follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members - Kight, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson
Council Members - Cibula
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2000-68 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REPEAL OF REDDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 10.44 - FORTUNE TELLING
(L-070-100)
Assistant City Attorney Tranberg provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
March 23,2000, relating to a proposal to repeal a chapter of the Redding Municipal Code
prohibiting fortunetelling and related activities. He said that the prohibition seems to have
been patterned after other municipalities at a time when such ordinances were felt necessary
to protect its residents from fraud; however, staff no longer feels this is necessary as State
laws exist which provide consumer protection.
Mr. Tranberg stated that this change is necessary because certified clinicians and therapists
who apply for business licenses to specifically practice hypnosis are denied a license, although
hypnosis is widely accepted and practiced under general licenses.
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It is recommended that City Council adopt an ordinance repealing Redding Municipal Code
Chapter 10 .44- F ortunetelling.
Mayor Anderson expressed concern that repealing the prohibition would open the door to
fraudulent activity. He added that the City should retain its own ordinance rather than relying
on State legislation.
Mr. Tranberg advised that the Police Department believes State law appropriately addresses
the monitoring of deceptive or fraudulent activity.
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Council Member Kight offered Ordinance No. 2269 for first reading, an ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Redding repealing Chapter 10.44 of the Redding Municipal Code-
Fortunetelling and related activities.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 2269 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read
the full title. Voting was as follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members - Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, and Pohlmeyer
Council Members - Anderson
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 7:58 p.m., Mayor Anderson declared the
meeting adjourned.
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