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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 2000-09-19 201 City Council, Regular Meeting Civic Center Council Chambers 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California September 19,2000, 7:00 p.m. I The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Senator Maurice Johannessen. The Invocation was offered by Chaplain Cyndee Thomas with the Redding Police Department. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Anderson with the following Council Members present: Cibula, McGeorge, and Pohlmeyer. Council Member Kight was absent. Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, City Attorney Wingate, Director of Development Services Hamilton, Senior Planner DeMallie, Acting Director of Community Services Niemer, Administrative Services Director Bachman, Airports Manager Dinger, Police Chief Blankenship, Fire Marshal Becker, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Executive Secretary English. I Resolution - Declaring October 2000 "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" and October 19,2000, as "Think Pink Day" (A-050-060-600) Dr. Michael Figueroa made a presentation regarding public awareness of breast cancer and community projects and events planned to heighten awareness of this disease. He stressed the importance of "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" and "Think Pink Day." MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Cibula, adopting Resolution No. 2000-148, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring the month of October 2000 as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month," and October 19,2000, as "Think Pink" Breast Cancer Awareness Day, encouraging community members to support this lifesaving endeavor and wear pink on that day to increase public awareness. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, McGeorge, and Pohlmeyer Council Members - None. Council Members - Kight Council Members - None Resolution No. 98-148 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk I Presentation - Report from Tom O'mara "Undoing Racism Day" (A-050-060) Tom O'Mara with the Youth Violence Prevention Council and representing Shasta County Citizens Against Racism (SCCAR) gave a report on "Undoing Racism Day," the "No Room for Racism" Sign Program, and the progress of ongoing program implementation by the City of Redding and Shasta County to combat racism and discrimination. He announced that the City of Redding and SCCAR will be holding a joint press conference at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Center on September 20,2000, in recognition of "Undoing Racism Day." Council Member Cibula will be presenting a mayor's proclamation, and many officials from the City, County, and State will be attending the event. Similar events are being held in cities throughout the Nation. 09/19/2000 202 CONSENT CALENDAR The following matt~rs were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Payroll and Accounts.Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 05, check numbers 281400 through 281730 inclusive, in the amount of $3,202,088.04, for the period of September 5, 2000, through September 14,2000, be approved and paid, and that Payroll Register No. 05, check numbers 473846 through 474853 inclusive, in the amount of$1,085,750.57, and electronic deposit transaction numbers 474854 through 474900 in the amount of $484,769.45, for the period of August 20, 2000, through September 2, 2000, be approved. TOTAL: $4,772,608.06. I ORDINANCE NO. 2274 - Adding Section 3.08.160 to Redding Municipal Code, Mobile Fueling Operations at Redding Airports (A-090) It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2274 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 3.08.160 of the Redding Municipal Code regarding mobile fueling operations at Redding airports. Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Solid Waste Utility Staffing at the Recycling Drop-off Facility (B-130-070 and S-020-100) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Resolution No. 2000-149 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 49th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 99-93 (1) appropriating $2,718 for an additional full-time employee; and (2) reducing two full-time temporary Solid Waste Workers, and increasing one full-time permanent Solid Waste Worker for Fiscal Year 2000-2001. I Letter of Support for Gateway and Corridor Improvements (G-1 00-170/S-050-1 00) It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign and tr~smit a letter to the California Department of Transportation's (Caltrans) District 2 Office in support of Caltrans efforts to secure $1.6 million via the Highway Corridor Beautification and Modernization Showcase Program for gateway and corridor improvements in Northern California (i.e., improvements to Interstate 5 between the South Bonnyview Road interchange and the Oasis Road interchange). Resolution - Authorizing Implementation of Amendments to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Policy (G-1 00-080-1 00/G-1 00-080-380) It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Resolution No. 2000-150 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the implementation of amendments to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Policy in order to make the program more responsive to community needs, consistent with new federal prognlm regulations, and enable staff to more effectively administer the program. AB 2766 Air Quality Grant Agreements with Shasta County Air Quality Management District for Fiscal Year 2000-2001 (G-1 00/E-020-0 1 0) It is the recommendation the Development Services Director that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Assembly Bill 2766 air quality grant agreements with the Shasta County Air Quality Management District for Fiscal Year 2000-2001. The associated grant funds will be used to initiate work on the Trail Master Plan, to rezone areas for General plan consistency (new General Plan), and to track air quality impacts. I 09/19/2000 203 Resolution - Requesting Grant Funding for Restoration of Boat Launch Near the Redding Convention Center (G-l 00-170 and P-050-650) It is the recommendation of Acting Community Services Director that Resolution No. 2000-151 be adopted, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding requesting funds from the State Wildlife Conservation Board for the reconstruction of a boat launching facility on the Sacramento River at Turtle Bay, and the City Manager be authorized to sign the grant agreement. I Resolution - Appropriating Funds and Authorizing the Hiring of a Senior Planner to Write a Parks Master Plan and P~rform Related Project Management in the Community Services Department (B-130-070/G-030-070/ A-050-110) It is the recommendation of Acting Community Services Director that Resolution No. 2000-152 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding approving and adopting the 50th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 99-93 (1) appropriating $60,000 for an additional full-time employee, computer, office furnishings, and training; and (2) increasing one full-time permanent Senior Planner for Fiscal Year 2000-2001 to write a Parks Master Plan and perform related project management. Resolution - Approving Redding Police Department's Participation in the California . Highway Patrol Demographic Data Collection Grant Program (G-I00-170) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 2000-153 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding supporting the concepts and efforts of the California Highway Patrol in a Traffic Stop Demographic Data Collection Grant Program, and approving participation by the Redding Police Department in this program to provide a minimum of $25,000 in grant funds to offset the cost of this data collection. I Resolution - Appropriating Funds to Obtain Temporary Help for the City Treasurer's Office (B-130-070 and A-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 2000-154 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 520d Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 99-93 appropriating $13,000 to hire a temporary employee for the City Treasurer's Office for a six-month period. Acceptance of Final Map - Shasta Hills Estates, Phase 1, Unit 2 (PD-I-99), by Redwood Shasta Investors, L.P., Located West of Churn Creek Road and South of College View Drive (L-01O-21O-695) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council accept the final map for Sh,asta Hills Estates, Phase 1, Unit 2 (PD-I-99), authorize the Mayor to sign the subdivision agreement, and instruct the City Clerk to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Acceptance of Final Map - Forest Hills Estates, Units 3 and 4 (S-4-92), by Ochoa-Shehan, Inc., Located off of Forest Hills Drive . (S-100-196) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council accept the final map for Forest Hills Estates, Units 3 and 4 (S-4-92), authorize the Mayor to sign the subdivision agreement, and instruct the City Clerk to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. . I Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance ofImprovements - Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit 5 (S-06-96), Located off of Oasis Road on Gold Hills Drive, by Gold Hills Development (S-1 00-237) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager (acting Public Works Director) that Resolution No. 2000-155 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Gold Hills Drive in Unit 5 of the Gold Hills Subdivision, located off of Oasis Road. It is also the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager (acting Public Works Director) that the improvements in Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit 5 (S-06-96), be accepted as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. 09/19/2000 204 Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 3367 (Job No. 9337), Benton Airpark Eastside Impr9vements, Phase 3 (B-050-020 and A-090-020) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 3367 (Job No. 9337), Benton Airpark eastside improvements, Phase 3, awarded to J. F. Shea Co., Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price was $305,383.74, with a $452.34 adjustment to the City contribution to the project through the Airport Fund. Advertise For Bids - Phase 1 of The Parallel Westside Interceptor Project (W -020-610) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager (acting Public Works Director) that the City Council authorize staff to advertise Phase I of the Parallel Westside Interceptor Project for bids on September 22,2000, following formal loan approval by the State Water Resources Control Board. The Westside Interceptor is the main sewer trunk on the west side of the Sacramento River, the existing interceptor is at capacity, and this action allows growth to occur west of the Sacramento River. I Contract Negotiations with CH2M Hill - Construction Management Services for Parallel Westside Interceptor Project, Phase. 1 (W-020-6l0) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager (acting Public Works Director) that the City Council authorize staff to negotiate a contract with CH2M Hill to provide construction management services for Phase 1 of the Parallel Westside Interceptor Project. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar are approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson Council Members - None Council Members - Kight Council Members - None I ResolutionNos. 2000-148, 2000-149, 2000-150, 2000-151, 2000-152, 2000-153, 2000-154, and 2000-155, and Ordinance No. 2274 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed Amendments to the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for Certain Fire Prevention Activities (F-205-600 and P-150-070) The hour of7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing regarding a proposal to amend the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for certain fire prevention activities. The following document is on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing City Clerk Strohmeyer advised that no written protests were received. Fire Marshal Becker provided an overview of the R~port to City Council dated September 12,2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding proposed adjustments to the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for certain fire prevention activities. I Mr. Becker proposed (1) the revision of the Fire Department's fee for plan checks and sprinkler plan checks from a flat fee to a sliding scale similar to what the Building Department currently uses based on valuation, (2) the modification ofthe sprinkler systems inspection from a flat fee to $50.00 per riser and .25~ per sprinkler head, and (3) the establishment of a $25.00 one-time fee for fire and life safety inspections for new businesses, as well as a $25.00 fee for business owners who do not correct fire code violations after two visits by the Fire Department. 09/19/2000 205 It is the recommendation of the Fire Marshal that the City Council adopt a resolution revising fees and modifying and establishing other fire prevention activity fees. Mayor Anderson determined that no one present wished to address the matter and closed the public hearing. I Council Member Cibula agreed that the charges should be made more equitable. He also agreed with the $25.00 reinspection fee, because it would be used as an incentive for the businesses to correct any fire code violations. However, he expressed opposition to the new $25.00 inspection fee. Mr. Cibula was not convinced that it was necessary and viewed this as a service that the City of Redding should provide without charging. He expressed his concern that doing so may discourage businesses from dealing with the Fire Department. Council Member Pohlmeyer suggested that action on this matter be deferred. He further suggested that staff develop a new proposal which is more equitable and revenue neutral. Mr. Pohlmeyer also requested additional information illustrating the details of an average job. Mayor Anderson concurred and indicated that he would not be in favor of raising the fees. By consensus of the City Council, action was deferred on the proposal to amend the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for certain Fire Department fire prevention activity fees, and staff was directed to develop a new proposal which is more equitable and revenue neutral, and eliminate the. $25.00 one-time fee for fire and life safety inspections for new or relocating businesses. Mr. Becker indicated that he would return with a new proposal for the City Council's consideration at a future meeting. I PUBLIC HEARING Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-98, The Vistas Subdivision, by Citizens of River Park Highlands (S-101-031 ) The hour of7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing regarding the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-98, The Vistas Subdivision, by Citizens of River Park Highlands. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Development Services Director Hamilton provided an overview of the Report to the City Council dated September 6, 2000, incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Hamilton reported that the City Council received an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval ofT entative Subdivision Map Application S-6-98, "The Vistas," which is proposed by Mr. Don Howard to subdivide 127 acres into 122 single-family residential lots and reserve 82 acres for open space. The subdivision is located between Quartz Hill Road and Sulphur Creek, adjacent to and north of the River Park Highlands Subdivision. I . . . Mr. Hamilton further reported that the. subject of the appeal is an extension of River Park Drive from the existing River Park Highlands Subdivision into The Vistas Subdivision. The letter of appeal is accompanied by a petition signed by 217 residents of the River Park Highlands Subdivision opposed to this street extension. River Park Drive dead-ends at The Vistas' boundary. Mr. Hamilton summarized the petitioners' concerns that the street connection with The Vistas Subdivision will cause an excessive and unsafe amount of traffic on River Park Drive. Mr. Hamilton stated that the potential increase in traffic on River Park Drive is minimal, within accepted standards and past City practice, and does not outweigh the benefits of the street connection. He further stated that the issue of connecting River Park Drive Highlands Subdivision has been studied extensively by the staffs of the Planning Division, Public Works Department, Fire Department, and Police Department. 09/19/2000 206 Mr. Hamilton suggested that a traffic circle on River Park Drive would act as a traffic calming device and be an aesthetic amenity to the neighborhood. It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council deny the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-98, The Vistas Subdivision, uphold the Planning Commission's requirement for connection of River Park Drive, and add the following condition to the tentative map approval requiring construction of a traffic circle in River Park Drive where it enters the Vistas Subdivision: "A traffic circle or similar traffic-calming device shall be constructed in River Park Drive at the entrance to the subdivision. This improvement shall generally be an above-ground landscape planter. The construction and landscape design of the circle shall be incorporated into the subdivision improvement plans and are subject to approval by the Public Works Director, Fire Marshal, and Development Services Director. The right-of-way of River Park Drive shall be expl;lllded as necessary to accommodate the aisle. The homeowners' association of The Vistas Subdivision shall be responsible for maint~nance of the traffic-circle structure and landscape." I In response to Council Member Cibula, Mr. Hamilton clarified that the recommended traffic calming device should slow down traffic, although he does not believe there is a current or potential traffic problem on River Park Drive. Mr. Hamilton explained that the connection of River Park Drive would be completed prior to the construction ofthe traffic calming device. Council Member Pohlmeyer suggested that this be made a condition. William Howell, 285 River Park Drive, spoke in opposition to the Planning Commission's earlier approval (1991) of amendments to both subdivision maps for River Park Highlands and Quartz Ridge Heights, and he noted that there were very few homeowners in River Park Highlands in 1991. Mr. Howell stated that while the connection to Quartz Hill Road would have been physically difficult to construct, it would not have been impossible. He opined that the information sent to the affected homeowners was not complete in that it did not adequately describe all of the roads involved in the project, and not enough information was given describing the cost and size of the homes in the new subdivision. Mr. Howell indicated that the price and size of these homes could cause the devaluation of property in his subdivision. I Mr. Howell disagreed with the traffic study data obtained by City staff, because he considered the model used to be obsolete. He suggested that any increase in traffic on River Park Drive would increase the risk of accidents. Mr. Howell recommended that the City Council consider Alternative #2-uphold the appeal and refer the tentative map back to the Planning Commission for determination of an alternative means of satisfying the access requirements of both The Vistas and River Park Highlands Subdivisions. He also suggested that the City Council consider the placement of barricades as an alternative to the traffic circle on River Park Drive where it enters the Vistas Subdivision, which he acknowledged would be aesthetically pleasing but would not help slow traffic. Mr. Howell submitted photographs of the roads in questions, as well as barriers used at other locations within the City. Council Member Cibula asked where the better location would be for such a traffic calming device. Mr. Howell suggested River Park Drive and Trailwood Court. In response to Mayor Anderson, Mr. Howell further suggested that traffic calming devices be placed at this alternate sight, as well as the original location. I In response to Council Member McGeorge, Mr. Hamilton clarified that although the River Park Highlands Subdivision was originally approved with a condition requiring public-street access from Quartz Hill Road, it would not be prudent to construct two emergency-access roads to Quartz Hill Road when existing public-street access is already available. An emergency access to Quartz Hill Road from the River Park Highlands Subdivision would require the acquisition of property and result in a potentially unsafe intersection location due to poor sight distance. In addition, the estimated cost of an emergency access from River Park Drive to Quartz Hill Road is conservatively $150,000. Mr. Hamilton expressed his belief that it would be unreasonable to expect The Vistas' developer to bear this burden when a public street is stubbed out to the developer's property. 09/19/2000 207 Joe Brouillard, 319 River Park Drive, also expressed concerns regarding safety issues due to increased traffic and the devaluation of property. He supported upholding the appeal and referring the tentative map back to the Planning Commission, as well as the use of emergency barriers until Quartz Hill Road is made safe for people to use as an extension. Dennis Maderios, 341 River Park Drive, spoke in opposition to staff s recommendation. He disagreed with the traffic impact studies and expressed his concern that any increase in traffic would cause unsafe conditions for the residents. I Patrick Fowler, 373 River Park Drive, expressed concern that this relatively nIce neighborhood would be degraded by the connection to the new subdivision. In response to questions from concerned resident Jerry Asaria, Mr. Hamilton explained that River Park Drive and the new subdivision would connect on a back street separate and parallel from Quartz Hill Road. Mark Dunbar, 2056 Trailview Court, explained that the crime rate in this area is low, because there is only one way in and one way out. For this reason, he wished things to remain as they currently are. Mayor Anderson determined that there was no one else present wishing to address this matter and closed the public hearing. In response to Council Member Cibula, Mr. Hamilton noted that the underlying objectives of the project design for The Vistas Subdivision are to maintain open space, particularly along Sulphur Creek; protect the water quality of the creek; and limit grading. I Council Member Cibula questioned the use of a 1994 traffic model. Mr. Hamilton explained that this particular model is used throughout the City and is relatively accurate. He pointed out that the activity centers have not changed since 1991. Council Member Pohlmeyer suggested that a condition be imposed involving the construction of more than one traffic calming device. Council Member McGeorge did not believe that the proposed action would negatively impact River Park Drive. . Council Member Pohlmeyer asked about the allegations made by the residents that Quartz Hill Road is unsafe. Mr. Hamilton explained that there has only been one accident on Quartz Hill Road since 1988. He did, however, indicate that plans are in place to improve and widen this road, which should result in improved traffic. In response to Council Members Cibula and Pohlmeyer, Mr. Hamilton clarified that there is no time line for improvements to Quartz Hill Road. Such work is driven by the rate of development on this road. Assistant City Manager .Perry noted that other funding mechanisms can be investigated at the City Council's direction. I Council Member Cibula indicated that he would need more direct answers as to a time frame for the improvements on Quartz Hill Road before he could support the use of barricades. Although he agreed with the residents that River Park Drive should not be turned into a thoroughfare, Mr. Cibula also agreed that additional access is necessary. Council Member Cibula expressed a preference for the placement of traffic calming devices in several locations on River Park Drive, which he believed would allow the connection and still control traffic. Mayor Anderson spoke out against the use of barricades. He explained that other barricades used in the City of Redding have created problems. Council Member Poh1meyer indicated that he would be in favor of a temporary barrier, but would be more supportive of the placement of traffic calming devices at several locations. Mr. Pohlmeyer also asked for a time line of when the improvements to Quartz Hill Road would be made. 09/19/2000 208 City Manager W arren explain~d that it would be impossible to develop an exact date for this work due to funding issues. Council Member Pohlmeyer indicated that simply knowing the number of years it will take to accomplish these improvements would be sufficient. By consensus of the City Council, action was deferred on the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-98, The Vistas Subdivision, to the City Council meeting of October 17,2000, and staff was directed to confer with the residents of River Park Drive on the possible placement of several traffic calming devices on this road, and bring back a tentative schedule of improvements for Quartz Hill Road for consideration by the City Council. I Council Member Cibula and Mayor Anderson stress~d the importance of allowing the residents adequate time to respond to any proposals staff may develop in this m~tter. RECESS At the hour of8:37 p.m., Mayor Anderson declared the meeting recessed. At the hour of 8:45 p.m., Mayor Anderson reconvened the meeting to regular session. PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application RZ-9-98, The Vistas Subdivision, by Don Howard (L-010-230) The hour of7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing regarding Rezoning Application RZ-9-98, The Vistas Subdivision, by Don Howard. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affisiavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing , " I Mayor Anderson opened and continued the public hearing to the City Council meeting of October 17,2000, as it relates to the previous matter. RESOLUTION - Fund Costs for the Automation of the Curbside Collection of Both Recyclables and Green Waste (S-020-100 and B-130-070) Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to the City Council dated September 8, 2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the automation of curbside collection of recyclables and green waste. Mr. Perry explained that the City Council continued consideration of this proposal from its June 20, 2000 meeting and directed staff to report back on the effects of automation upon employee levels and when automation would pay for itself. ' Mr. Perry reported that the number of employees required is based upon the amount of material to be handled and how efficiently such is handled. Mr. Perry further reported that automation will increase the number of drivers but it will decrease the number of laborers in the Solid Waste workforce that would otherwise occur resulting in fewer labor costs overall. He stated that the difference in labor costs between automating and not automating over the next ten years is $3,627,897. Based upon labor costs only, Mr. Perry anticipated that automation will pay for itself in nine years, and the breakeven point will occur in seven or eight years if reduced disposal costs, fewer injuries, and increased revenue from the sale of recyclables are added to the equation. This will depend upon the price the City receives from the sale of recyclables. I 09/19/2000 209 I Mr. Perry indicated that after the last City Council meeting, the Utility received a rebate of approximately $500,000 in internal services charges, mainly from Fleet. This rebate, the drop in the price of waste wheelers, improved market conditions for recyclables, and modifications made to the rolling stock fund all mean that the Utility will not have to issue bonds for the proposed automation. Mr. Perry stated that the estimated cost of automation can now be funded during the last half of 2000-2001 and the first half of2001-2002 fiscal years. Under this plan, green waste would be automated in the spring of 200 1 and curbside recyclables would be automated in the summer of 2001. Mr. Perry noted that with automation, it will be necessary to add a paper sorter, a loader, and a forklift at the transfer station during the next ten years to handle larger volumes of both waste and recyclables, which has been built into the costs. City Manager Warren encouraged the City Council to consider approval of this request. He indicated that automation will help keep operating costs down, lower tipping fees paid at the landfill, increase the potential for revenue from sales of recyclables, and help in achieving a higher diversion rate, as mandated by the state. It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council authorize staff to proceed with automation of the curbside collection of both recyclables and green waste, without the use of bonds, and adopt a resolution to provide funds for the automation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, authorizing staff to proceed with automation of the curbside collection of both recyclables and green waste, and adopting Resolution No. 2000-156, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting the 51 st amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 99-93 appropriating $1,100,000 for automation of curbside collection of both recyclables and green waste without the use of bonds. Voting was as follows: I Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson Council Members - None Council Members - Kight Council Members - None Resolution No. 2000-156 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RENAMING THE 2100 BLOCK AKARD AVENUE (S-070-230) Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to the City Council dated September 12,2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the renaming of the 2100 block of Akard Avenue. Mr. Perry explained that with the construction of the new Civic Center, the section of Akard A venue between Cypress and Parkview A venues has been and will remain closed as a through street. This fall, a new signal will be constructed to provide an entrance to the Civic Center from Cypress Avenue opposite where Akard intersects, which will eliminate the dogleg that now exists where Akard is offset across Cypress. I In an effort to reduce confusion for the public and for emergency vehicles, Mr. Perry proposed to rename that one block north of Cypress as Civic Center Drive. If the change occurs, new signs would be installed with the traffic signals this fall; a dual name would be developed and extend until August 2001 in order to tie in with the telephone books and to allow people to become accustomed to the change; and a final name change would occur in 2001 when the Akard name would be eliminated. Mr. Perry reported that in an effort to determine the opinion of the property owners north of Cypress, letters were sent to all property owners. Cypress School and the Department of Motor Vehicles expressed support for the name change. Four other smaller state offices in the same building as the Department of Motor Vehicles expressed opposition to the change. As of this date, the two developed private parcels have not responded. 09/19/2000 210 It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council refer the proposed street name change to the Planning Commission for a report and recommendation. Council Member Cibula agreed with the recommendation to s~nd this matter to the Planning Commission; however, he favored making the direction broader. Although he agreed that the name should be changed, Mr. Cibula was not sure the proposed name was appropriate. He proposed th~t this matter be referred to the Planning Commission with additional name proposals or choices. Council Member Cibula also requested that adequate notice be given to all affected business/property owners on this matter. I Council Member Pohlmeyer pointed out that another consideration would be to rename the Parkview Avenue neighborhood and leave the Akard Avenue portion as it is. He suggested renaming both streets. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, referring the issue of whether to rename a section of Akard Avenue between Cypress and Parkview A venues or another applicable street to the Planning Commission for a report and recommendation. REQUEST BY BOB ~ONES TO DE-ANNEX 170 ACRES LOCATED AT 3050 TEXAS SPRINGS ROAD (A-150-263) Development Services Director Jim Hamilton provided an overview ofthe Report to the City Council dated September 11, 2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding a request by Bob Jones to de-annex 170 acres located at 3050 Texas Springs Road, located in the Centerville Community Services District. Mr. Hamilton explained that this area was qriginally annexed to the City of Redding in 1992 as part of an annexation totaling 1,692 acres (Annexation AN-88-2), and an area plan was prepared. He further explained that since that time, Mr. Jones has bee~ unable to develop this property due to service extension costs. I Mr. Hamilton described the area as remote, with steep topography, which would be difficult to serve with City utilities and other services (i.e., police and fire) and does not appear practical in the foreseeable future. He noted that the Texas Springs Area Plan, which was adopted as part of the annexation process, designated much of the area for densities of2.0 and 3.0 units per acre. Those densities mapdate both sewer and water service. The Draft General Plan now under consid~r<;ttion by Council designates the same area for 1 to .2 unit per acre. Mr. Hamilton highlighted a larger area that may be appropriate to consider for de-annexation. The additional area includes all of the Bob Jones property and three additional large parcels to the north. Mr. Hamilton explained that to proceed with the de-annexation would place that parcel in County jurisdiction.' It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council direct staff to survey property owners in the Recommended Survey Area to determine their support for de-annexation, and return to the City Council for authorization to proceed with de- annexation of the most logical area if there is adequate support from the property owners. Mayor Anderson agreed that it is a good idea that the de-annexation of this area only be done once, but he stressed the importance of accomplishing this quickly. Mr. Hamilton explained that there are six or seven property owners to be surveyed, and staff will attempt to accomplish this in a timely manner. I Council Member McGeorge concurred that in order to comply with LAFCo regulations, it would be best to consider everything at one time and not create islands. 09/19/2000 211 In response to Council Member Cibula's concerns, Mr. Hamilton clarified that the City's electrical substation would be part of the Recommended Survey Area, and it would be difficult not to include it if the City Council chooses to de-annex the entire area. Mayor Anderson expressed a similar concern that LAFCO regulations would not allow the City to create an island for its small piece of land, and he was not sure that he would be in favor of de-annexing the entire area if the City's land would be included. I Mr. Hamilton stated that there are a variety of issues associated with the de-annexation that the City Council should be fully aware of when it considers the request. He further stated that while staff may be able to survey the property owners, answering all of the related questions within the required time frame could be difficult. Mayor Anderson indicated that while the City Council is asking staff to respond as quickly as possible, no specific date of return has been given. MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, directing staff to survey property owners in the Recommended Survey Area to determine their support for de-annexation, and return to the City Council for authorization to proceed with de-annexation of the most logical area if there is adequate support from the property owners. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, McGeorge, and Pohlmeyer Council Members - None Council Members - Kight Council Members - None I RESOLUTION - Appropriating Funds for Hilltop Drive Widening in the Vicinity of 43 Hilltop Drive (Knighten Office Building Construction) (B-130-070 and S-070-100) Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to the City Council dated September 8, 2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding widening of Hilltop Drive in the vicinity of 43 Hilltop Drive (Knighten Office Building Construction). Mr. Perry explained that there are two buildings under construction toward the north end of Hilltop Drive, which is a substandard, two-lane road. As a result of the construction, the existing pavement has been narrowed. Mr. Perry further explained that both projects are permitted uses. Therefore, the City must make the necessary improvements to the road and cannot require the developers to improve their portion of the road. Mr. Perry outlined the estimated cost for this work ($260,000), which included the repair of an existing street located 150 feet south ofthe area in question. He pointed out the additional cost of $40,000 for the acquisition of the right of way for the two properties under construction, which is not included in this estimate or recommendation and is being handled by the City Attorney. It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council adopt a resolution appropriating $260,000 to allow the City of Redding to reconstruct this section of Hilltop Drive. I MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, adopting Resolution No. 2000-157, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 45th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 99-93 appropriating $260,000 for Fiscal Year 2000-2001 for the widening of Hilltop Drive in the vicinity of 43 Hilltop Drive (Knighten office building construction). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson Council Members - None Council Members - Kight Council Members - None Resolution No. 2000-157 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 09/19/2000 212 DEVELOPMENT ON SUBSTANDARD STREETS (S-070-l00) Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Reportto the City Council dated September 8, 2000, incorporated herein by reference, regarding a proposal to amend the City Municipal Code concerning development on substandard streets. Mr. Perry explained that City Code currently requires a developer to install curb, gutter, and sidewalk, but does not address the question of street improvements adjacent to the parcel or obtaining right-of-way. These improvements have been required as conditions of approval for subdivisions or use permits, but uses permitted by a zoning district without a use permit are not subject to this review. Mr. Perry further explained that as the City moves away from discretionary permits and development review, this problem will become more pronounced. I It is the recommen~ation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council direct staff to prepare a draft ordinance to be submitted to the Planning Commission for public input requiring street improvements for new development. Council Member Cibula expressed concern that this matter was not brought before the City Council sooner. Council Member Pohlmeyer opposed placing the entire burden of road improvements on new property owners simply because they have entered the equation at the point in which these improvements are being ~onsidered. Mr. Pohlmeyer favored in support of sharing the cost with all of the surrounding property owners. Mr. Perry indicated that this would be made part of the analysis. Mayor Anderson suggested that this concern be discussed with the Planning Commission. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Cibula, directing staff to prepare a draft ordinance for submission to the Planning Commission for public input requiring developers whose property abuts a substandard street to dedicate necessary rights-of-way and build their half of the street, plus any turn lanes needed for left turn movements, as a condition of obtaining a building permit. The vote was as follows: I Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson Council Members - None Council Members - Kight Council Members - None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (S-060-685-0001 A-050-ll0-0001 A-090-l00) Russell Hunt, 2058 Sonoma Street, representing Citizens for Responsible Government, requested that the City Council repeal the storm drainage utility tax and refund fees. Mayor Anderson suggested that the City Attorney review the law governing the levying of these fees and bring the matter back before the City Council only if it is determined that there is a problem the Council must address. Dr. Huyck thanked the City of Redding and the California Department of Transportation for their cooperation in developing the value analysis report for the downtown Redding couplets, which proposes that most of the downtown Redding area be left in its present form. Dr. Huyck also addressed the display of public art within the City of Redding. He proposed that the sculpture entitled "Flight" donated by Ray Carrington be moved from its current location at the Redding Municipal Airport to a more prominent place facing the entry way in front of the terminal. Dr. Huyck suggested that if the City is considering building another center for visual and performing arts near Turtle Bay, the Shasta County Library should also be located in such a space. He further suggested that the City consider building another bridge across the Sacramento River near Turtle Bay. I 09/19/2000 213 CLOSED SESSION At the hour of 7:51 p.m., Mayor Anderson stated that the City Council will adjourn to a Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to discuss the following: I Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Property: Former Electric Utility Department Office at 2556 Heather Lane Negotiating party: Phil Perry Under negotiation: Disposition (C-050-200) Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Offer to sell property to the City located at 2151 Goodwater Avenue Negotiating parties: Phil Perry and Bill Gregory (C-070-01O) Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Offer to sell property to the City located at 2808 Victor Avenue Negotiating parties: Phil Perry and Olen McCary Under negotiation: Price and terms (C-070-01O) At the hour of9:24 p.m., Mayor Anderson adjourned the regular meeting to closed session. At the hour of 9:30 p.m., Mayor Anderson reconvened the meeting to regular session. He stated that no reportable action was taken. I ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 9:31 p.m., Mayor Anderson declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED /d?~ 1V1ayor ATTEST: L~ City Clerk ~ I 09/19/2000