HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 2002-01-02
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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue,
Redding, California
January 2,2002, 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Council Member Cibula.
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The Invocation was offered by Father Gregory Jensen, St. George's Greek Orthodox Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kight with the following Council Members
present: Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Stegall.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City
Manager Starman, City Attorney Wingate, Development Services Director Hamilton,
Administrative Services Director Bachman, Community Services Director Niemer, Police
Captain Davidson, Solid Waste Supervisor Carvalho, Solid Waste Manager Miralles, City
Clerk Strohmayer, Assistant City Clerk Sherman, and Executive Secretary Stribley.
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Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of December 4,2001.
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Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500) .
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 11, check numbers 295693 through
296154 inclusive,-in the amount of $4,896,767.61, for the period of December 4, 2001,
through December 14, 2001; Accounts Payable Register No. 12, check numbers 296155
through 296538 inclusive, in the amount of$3,818,188.45, for the period of December 14,
2001, through December 26, 2001; Payroll Register No. 12, electronic deposit transaction
numbers 100572 through 101200 and check numbers 485797 through 486121 inclusive, in
the amount of $1,699,231.68, for the period of November 25, 2001, throug~ December 8,
2001; Payroll Register No. 13, electronic deposit transaction numbers 101212 through
101839 and check numbers 486122 through 486377 inclusive, in the amount of
$1,599,143.35, for the period of December 9,2001, through December 22,2001; and Wire
Transfers for the period of December 1, 2001, through December 31, 2001, in the amount
of $10,674,998.30, be approved.
TOTAL: $22,688,359.39
Treasurer's Report - November 2001
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability
$128,432,939.71
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Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities
$168,338,220.79
ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation
(F -205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that the ACR133 Report
and the Proof of Cash Reconciliation for November 2001 be accepted.
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Ouarterly Property Status Report
(C-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council accept the
Quarterly Property Status Report as of December 21, 2001, which includes the following: 1)
Surplus City Property; 2) Leases of City Land; 3) Offers to sell Land to the City; and 4) City-
Initiated Purchases of Land.
Acquisition of Easements - Sports Complex Sewer Lines - Submit permit application
(W -020-575/P-050-600-200/C-070-0 1 0)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council authorize staff
to acquire utility easements and submit permit applications to the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and Department of Fish and Game to construct a sewer line to serve the new
Sports Park and surrounding area.
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Redding Basin Water Resource Management Plan - Phase 2B Report
(W-030-550) . .
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council: 1) accept the
Redding Basin Water Resource Management Plan - Phase 2B report; 2) authorize staff to
proceed with development of the Phase 2C report, subject to approval of cost; 3) adopt water
reliability Level C supply target of 100% for average and dry years, and 90% for critically
dry years; and 4) appoint the City Manager or his designee(s) to be the City's representative
to the Redding Area Water Council.
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Resolution - Relocation Plan for Hotel Redding Rehabilitation Project
(R-030-100-055)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Resolution No. 2002-1 be adopted,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Relocation Plan in
compliance with State and Feder~llaw, for the Hotel Redding Rehabilitation Proje~t in the
Market Street Redevelopment Project Area for relocation of 34 households during the
rehabilitation project.
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Resolution - Appropriating funds for Geographic Information Systems equipment
(B-130-070 & A-050-122)
It is the recommendation ofthe Development Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-2
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 33rd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $24,000 for
purchase of two servers ($21,000), nine task chairs ($3,000), and miscellaneous peripheral
hardware for the Geographic Information Systems for Fiscal Year 2001-02.
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Monthly Financial Report - Electric Utility
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City Council approve the
Electric Utility's Monthly Financial Report for November 2001. Retail power sales revenue
is 3.4%, or $1,141,710 below projections and wholesale power sales through November are
40.0% or $10,912,900 below proj ections. Operating revenue after energy costs is 25.5%, or
$6,566,280 below projections. The total cost of electricity through November 2001 is
$5,144,753 or 14.3% below projections. The Utility's earnings before interest, depreciation,
and amortization were $13,506,580. The current outstanding balance for the Debt Reduction
Program is $67.1 million.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3527, one 54,000 GVW Line Truck with Digger Derrick
(B-050-100)
It is the recommen~ation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 3527, one
three-axle 54,000 GVW Line Truck with Digger Derrick, be awarded to Riverview
International of Redding, California, in the amount of$200,750.33.
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Resolution - Approving Grant Applications and Grant Agreements for Local Recreational
Projects; and
(G-1 00-170/C-070-01 0/P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-3
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving a grant
application for funds for the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation
Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection
Bond Act of 2000 in the amount of $231,766 with a requirement of 30% local match
($99,328); and authorizing the City Manager to sign the grant agreement.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2002-4 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving a grant application for funds for the Per Capita
Grant Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal
Protection Bond Act of 2000 in the amount of $512,000, with the combined total of the
grants directed toward the Redding Aquatic Center (The Plunge) and purchase of property
on East Cypress Avenue; and authorizing the City Manager to sign the grant agreement.
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The use of these State Park Bond funds has been previously authorized by the City Council
for the Redding Aquatic Center (Plunge) reconstruction (October 17,2000) and purchase of
Gregory property (17.5 acres) on East Cypress Avenue (December 5, 2000).
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Lease Agreement - Benton Driving Range
(C-070.) 00 & S-020-300)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
the Lease Agreement with DC Management to provide a golf driving range on 14 acres at
the Benton Airpark Landfill. The term shall be for twenty years, expiring in 2022, in the
amount of $600 per month for years one through three, $1,000 per month for years four and
five, and the remaining rent to be set by the City in year six; payments will commence in six
months or upon completion of construction, whichever occurs first; and authorizing the
Mayor to execute the Agreement.
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Monthly Financial Report - General Fund
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation ofthe Administrative Services Director that the City Council accept
the General Fund's Monthly Financial Report for November 2001. Total revenue to date is
($17.8 million) $2,221,966 (14.2%) above staff s cash flow projection. Expenditures to date,
excluding encumbrances, total $18,816,557 or $583,272 (3.1 %) below staffs original cash
flow projection. Encumbrances total $2,473,832.
Resolution - Appropriating funds for the Mayors' Memorial Fountain
(B-130-070 & C-050-025)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-5
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 30th AmendD:1ent to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $42,000 for
infrastructure of the Civic Center Mayors' Memorial Fountain for Fiscal Year 2001-02.
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Resolution - Amending the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - Clerical,
Technical, and Professional (CTP) Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOD); and
Resolution - Reallocating funds and authorizing a full-time Fire Prevention Specialist
(B-130-070 & P-I00-050-124)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-6
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Non-
Exempt Employee Schedule of Classifications and Hourly Wage Rates for the Service
Employees International Union-Clerical, Technical, and Professional Unit, effective January
6, 2002, adding the classification of Fire Prevention Specialist.
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It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2002-7 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council ofthe City of Redding approving and adopting the 34th Amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 2001-104 authorizing a full-time Fire Prevention Specialist for Fiscal Years
2001-02 and 2002-03, reallocating a portion of vegetation management money for fire hazard
reduction and reclassifying the three-quarter-time On-Call Fire Fighter position to a full-time
Fire Prevention Specialist.
Award of Bid ,. Bid Schedule No. 3524, Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical
Technician Shop Building
(B-050-020 & W-OI0-450)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Bid Schedule No. 3524,
(Job No. 2159), Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Technician Shop
Building, be awarded to United Building Contractors of Gridley, California, in the amount
of$110,000, and approving $5,500 for administration and inspection fees and $10,000 for
a contingency fund for a total of$125,000. Design costs are estimated at $26,500 to include
engineering, environmental, and consultant services.
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Resolution - Accepting streets and acceptance of improvements for Pacific Heights
Subdivision Unit 2, aka Silver Creek Estates (S-5-97)
(S-101-041 & S-070-230) .
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-8
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for
maintenance and operation Yellowstone Drive and Green Riffle Road in Unit 2 of the Pacific
Heights Subdivision (aka Silver Creek Estates Subdivision) (S-5-97), developed by Redding
Properties III, located north of Rancho Road between Shasta View Drive and Goodwater
A venue. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Pacific Heights Subdivision,
Unit 2, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the
securities to the developer, Redding Properties III.
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Resolution - Accepting streets and acceptance of improvements for Silver Creek Estates
Subdivision, Unit 5 (S-5-97)
(S-lOl-025 & S-070-230)
It is the recommendat~on ofthe Development Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-9
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for
maintenance and operation Dorgan Drive, Blue Horizon Drive, Yellowstone Drive, and Key
West Drive in Unit 5 of the Silver Creek Estates Subdivision (S-5-97), developed by
Redding Properties III, located north of Rancho Road between Shasta View Drive and
Goodwater Avenue. It is also recommended that. the improvements in the Silver Creek
Estates Subdivision, Unit 5, b~ accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
instructed to return the securities to the developer, Redding Properties III.
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Resolution ~ Authorizing and appropriating funds for a Full-time Transfer Station Operator
Position
(B-130-070/P-I00-060/S-020-650)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Resolution No. 2002-10 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the
35th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104 authorizing a full-time Transfer
Station Operator position for Fiscal Years 2001-02 and 2002-03 in the amount of$28,750
for Fiscal Year 2001-02 and $57,503 for Fiscal Year 2002-03.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. and adopted as
recommended. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall,.and Kight
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
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Resolution Nos. 2002-1, 2002-2, 2002-3, 2002-4, 2002-5, 2002-6, 2002-7, 2002-8, 2002-9
and 2002-10 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING - EXTENSION OF INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE TO
DECEMBER 5. 2902
(L-O.1 0-500)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kight opened the public hearing regarding
extension of the Interim Zoning Ordinance.
The following documents are on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Develop)llent Services Director Hamilton provided an overview of the Report to Council
dated December 18, 2001, explaining that an interim ordinance bridges the gap between the
new General Plan and the City's Zon.ing Code in order to ensl}re that they meet State law
requirements for consistency. Mr. Hamilton recalled that the City Council extended the
original interim ordinance, as provided by law, on January 16, 2001, to provide time for the
new Zoning Ordinance and map to be adopted. Because the work on these items is not yet
complete, staff is requesting that Council exercise the option to extend the interim ordinance
for the second and last time to December 5, 2002, by adopting the proposed Urgency
Ordinance.
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In response to Mayor Kight, Mr. Hamilton advised that the new Zoning Ordinance should
be completed and come before Council for consideration in March or April of 2002.
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Mayor Kight determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
public hearing.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer,
adopting Urgency Ordinance No. 2290, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding extending interim zoning provisions to ensure that physical development in the City
occurs in conformity with the General Plan, expiring December 5, 2002. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Kight
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
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Ordinance No. 2290 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENTS - Community Development Advisory Committee and Community .
Services Advisory Commission
(B-080-600-100 & B-080-128)
Mayor Kight recommended the appointment of Danice Boomgarden, Patrick Moriarty, and
John Wilson to the Community Development Advisory Committee to serve three-year terms,
expiring on December 1,2004; and reappointments of Leo Graham, Bill Cox, and Shelly
Kibler to the Community Services Advisory Commission to serve four-year terms expiring
January 2006.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
appointing Danice Boomgarden, Patrick Moriarty, and John Wilson to the Community
Development Advisory Committee to serve three-year terms, expiring on December 1,2004;
and approving reappointments of Leo Graham, Bill Cox, and Shelly Kibler to the
Community Services Advisory Commission to serve fOUr-year terms expiring January 2006.
The Vote:
AYES:
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ABSENT:
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Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Kight
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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DPDA TE ON MAJOR PROJECTS - False Alarm Fee Program
(A-050-080)
Police Captain Davidson presented an update on the False Alarm Fee Program explaining
that the Program was initiated by Council in April 2000, in an effort to reduce false alarms.
He reported that businesses initiating more than three false alarms in a 365-day period are
subject to a fee. However, a full-time Community Service Officer working with businesses
and alarm companies to improve procedures has greatly reduced the necessity to charge fees.
He recalled that in 1999, the Police Department responded to 17,251 alarms, of which 95%
were false. Since inception of the Fee program, however, the Department has responded to
11,340 alarms of which only 55% were false. Captain Davidson reported that by responding
to 85 fewer alarms per month, 700 Police man hours and $45,000 to $55,000 are saved per
month.
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No action is required on this informational item.
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REDDING AOUATIC CENTER (REDDING PLUNGE) PROJECT
(B-050-020/P-050-700-600/D-050)
City Manager Warren recalled that on October 3, 2000, Council considered options for
renovation of the City's municipal pool, (Redding Plunge) ranging from a facelift of the
current facility, to major reconstruction to create a premier competition and recreation
facility. On October 17,2000, Council reviewed staff s analysis of project options, and when
presented with significant return-on-investment dollars, increased viability for attracting both
long- and short-course meets, as well as strong community support, Council determined it
prudent to move forward with construction of an Aquatics Center at an estimated cost of
$2,725,700.
Mr. Warren explained, however, that the Project has encountered significant funding
shortfalls and is now projected to cost $5,757,980. He cited contractor and design
consultants who failed to make accurate initial cost estimates, design changes to increase the
size of the recreation pool to meet hew U.S. Swimming requirements, additional operational
items such as fixtures, lighting, landscaping and security systems, interest expenses to bridge
multi-year funding commitments, and partner elements such as the concession stand and
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change house which may be funded entirely by outside sources, but were not included in cost
estimates.
With committed funds, grants, and contributions, Mr. Warren advised that an additional
$1,533,220 from the General Fund will be needed to fund the Project as proposed. He added
that fund-raising efforts may reduce the amount to approximately $900,000.
Mr. Warren suggested, as an alternative, that General Fund monies earmarked for the Sports
Complex Project be diverted to the Aquatics Center. He explained that the Sports Complex
project, originally. approved at $11 million ($5 million of which would come from the
General Fund), received an unexpected grant from the State in the amount of$7 millipn; this I
provided the means to incluqe rp.any extras and amenities to the Sports Complex not possible
in the original funding formula. The grant also made it possible to return $2 million of the
$5 million borrowed from the General Fund. Mr. Warren suggested that the additional $1.5
million needed for the Aquatic Center could be diverted from the Sports Complex Project
without adverse effe~ts.
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City Manager Warren recommended th!:!-t the City Council proceed with the project as
proposed to include an Olympic-size competition pool, a recreation pool and related service
and mechanical amenities, that Bid S~hedule Nq. 3520, Aquatic Center, be awarded to Dale
Constructipn in the amount of $4,046, 157, and that the contract with Dale Construction be
approved with Project completion by J~ly 1, 2002.
Council Member McGeorge qu~stioned the internal loan made to the Sports Complex Project
from the General Fund, pointing out that a portion of that money was dedicated for street
repair and should not be committed to any project for the next twenty years. Administrative
Servic~s Director Bachman clarified that while borrowing internally was the original plan,
staff is now proposing to go outside to borrow needed funds because the interest rate is
lower.
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Stephen Eckard expressed concern regarding cost underestimates for the Aquatic Center
Project and believed General Fund monies should not be used to subsidize overruns.
James Finck related that he worked as a volunteer on the Project and defended staffs due
diligence to secure accurate estimates from professionals. He supported moving forward
with the Aquatic Center Project.
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Mark Wagner, Coach of the Redding Swim Team voiced support for the Proj ect and reported
that representatives of the Western Zone Swim Meets expressed interest in utilizing the new
competition pool for Western Zone and State Championships. He expounded on the U.S.
Swimming regulation change which occurred in October 2000 requiring a six-lane pool for
competition, and added that this new requirement will exclude most swimming pools in
California from high-level swim meets.
Jim Komar voiced concern in funding shortfalls, but supported the Proj ect and asked Council
to go forward. He stated that the Redding Racers will raise their portion of the funding for
the Project and that the swimming community as a whole hc;ts raised $43,703 to date and is
committed to raise a total of approximately $200,000.
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Rick Bosetti supported the Aquatic Center Project, explaining that the change in U.S.
Swimming regulations was made to provide newer facilities for high-level events. He
opined that it was an opportunity for Redding to rise above other communities in swimming
competition and bring revenues to the City.
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Council Member Pohlmeyer asked if carving $1.5 million from the Sports Complex Project
for the Aquatic Center would adversely impact the integrity of the Sports Complex. He
observed that if the Sports Complex was an attractive project with an original price tag of
$11 millipn, it would still surpass expectations at $14.5 million and the Aquatic Center could
go forward.
Council Member Cibula expressed support for the Project, but was concerned with cost
overrides. He believed that the Aquatic Center will produce a significant economic return
over time and be a worthwhile investment in the community.
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Council Member Stegall requested a comparison of costs versus estimated benefits expected
from the Project, specifically from outside events coming to the Aquatic Center. She pointed
out that there have been a number of worthy causes and groups which have come before
Council for funds, only to be turned away for lack of money and project commitments. In
light of this, she found it difficult to support expending an additional $1.5 million on the
Project. She also stressed that she would not support increased pool admission fees for
Redding citizens.
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Council Member McGeorge related that he could not support additional funding for the
Aquatic Center Project citing the uncertain economy and a strong possibility that the State
will be tapping cities to cover the $12 billion shortfall in the State's budget. He also pointed
out that it is likely fund raising efforts for the new Library will fall short of goals, and the
City needs a new fire station. Mr. McGeorge also noted that the construction boom is
declining somewhat and suggested that the City may be successful in attracting more bids
should the Project be delayed and rebid.
In response to Mayor Kight's concern regarding demolition of the Plunge in juxtaposition
to staffs knowledge of Project funding shortfalls, Ms. Niemer advised that although staff
was aware of possible shortfalls at the time of demolition, it was determined to be the only
viable option given the pool's deteriorated state and warnings from Environmental Health
and Water Quality officials regarding the pool's safety.
Mayor Kight expressed regret that the Aquatic Center Project may not go forward as planned
and stressed that the City's project procedures need revision. He also pointed out that public
safety and many other projects are competing for limited funding, including the Stillwater
Industrial Project, and he could not support spending an additional $1.5 million on the
Aquatic Center.
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City Manager Warren suggested an alternative might be to go forward with the Project in
phases as funds become available and a clearer picture of the economy emerges later in the
year.
Council Member Pohlmeyer requested that staff return in two weeks to identifY the effects
of diverting funds from the Sports Complex to the Aquatic Center, and the total amount of
recreation dollars available to ~ommit for both projects.
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In response to Council Member Pohlmeyer, Ronald Stickney of Dale Construction advised
that he will hold his bid for two weeks pending Council's next meeting. However, he could
not guarantee a Project completion date of June 30, 2002, if the bid is not awarded by the end
of January.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, to
continue the matter to the next regular City Council meeting of January 15, 2002, and
directed staff to provide additional information regarding total costs for the reconstruction
of the Redding Plunge, comparison figures as to benefits and revenues derived from the new
Aquatic Center, and identifY the effects of reduced funding on the Sports Complex Project
should funds be diverted to the Aquatic Center Project. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members: Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall and Kight
NOES: Council Members: None
ABSTAIN: Council Members: None
ABSENT: Council Members: None
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STORM DRAIN MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND STUDY
(S-060)
Assistant City Manager Perry explained that recently, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in
asserting jurisdiction over the City's program to clean and maintain storm drain basins,
issued a cease and desist order for the Clover Creek Basin until a permit is obtained. He
related that regulatory agencies are challenging past practices and assumptions related to
storm drain maintenance, and rather than argue jurisdiction in Court, the City must develop
a Storm Drain Maintenance Program and Study with a focus to deter rainwater from the
sewage system and the Sacramento River. Rather than filing separate permits to perform
maintenance on each stream, ditch, or channel, staff is proposing to develop a master permit
covering all storm water channels the City maintains and resolve public policy issues of
protecting wetlands and endangered species versus prevention of flooding, injury to people
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and structure damage. Because Federal and State mandates such as wetlands studies,
endangered species requirements, and storm pollution measures come without funding, staff
is proposing to use capital reserves and a portion of funds set aside for the Storm Drain .
Capital Improvement Plan to fund the study.
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council authorize staff
to develop a Storm Drain Maintenance Study, issue a Request for Proposals to hire a
consultant and submit recommendations to the City Council after consultant interviews.
In response to Council Member Pohlmeyer, Mr. Perry advised that staff can perform a
portion of the study if personnel is diverted from other projects. However, the best approach I
for developing a master storm drain maintenance plan to bring the City's maintenance efforts
into compliance with Federal and State law, is a combination of staff expertise and
pro~essional consultants.
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Council Member McGeorge asked if information contained in previous studies could be
utilized for this study. Mr. Perry advised that any relevant information contained in those
studies will be used but pointed out that those studies dealt with flood levels and flood
issues, not the issues of primary cqncein to the Regulatory Agency.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member St~gall,
authorizing staff to prepare and issue a Request for Proposals to develop a Storm Drain
Maintenance Study as regulated by the St~te of California and the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers in order to determine how best to maintain existing channels and prevent
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pollution. The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Kight
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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Council Members - None
ORAL UPDATE MAJOR PROJECTS - Recycling Program;
CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO.1 - Shasta County Opportunity Center; and
RESOLUTION - Appropriating Funds for Contract Amendment
(S-020-550 & B-130-070)
Solid Waste Supervisor Carvalho presented an update of the Recycling Program. He related
that in 1996, 5,677 tons of greenwaste was collected which has increased 270% since 1996
to 16,333 tons, although the increase was gradual until automation. He noted that curbside
recycling has increased 71 %. According to Mr. Carvalho, automated curbside recycling will
be implemented on January 14,2002, with distribution of blue recycling containers replacing
smaller recycling bins to provide greater capacity for recyclables.
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and Wion for their efforts in implementing a new ~orting machine and recyclables cart.
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In conjunction with the oral up~ate on the Recycling Program, Assistant City Manager Perry
provided an overview of the' Rep9rt to Council regarding a proposed amendment to the
Recyclables Sorting Contract with the Shasta County opportunity Center (SCOC). Mr. Perry
explained that employees of the Shasta County Opportunity Center provide services at the
Solid Waste Transfer/Recycling Facility by removing contaminated material from recyclables
during the sorting process. Because addition of a new recycling sorter has increased the
amoUnt of recyclables which can be processed, additional workers are needed to handle the
increase. He related that the current contract with the SCOC expires December 31,2003,
however, the new, expanded sorter will require four supervisors and 15 sorters and staff is
requesting an amendment to' provide additional workers.
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Mr. Perry recommended that Council approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement with
Shasta County Opportunity Center, adding 15 sorters and four supervisors, for a term of
January 1,2001 to December 31, 2003, to operate the City's new, larger solid waste sorter,
in the amount of$8,000 for Fiscal Year 2001-02 and $33,000 for Fiscal Year 2002-03. It is
further recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution appropriating funds for
additional workers.
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Council Member Cibula questioned the need for additional sorters noting that Council
previously approved one new position for Solid Waste Utility. Mr. Perry respon~ed that the
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amendment to hire workers from SCOC is more cost effective than hiring workers through
other sources and the new position was needed to assist in the overwhelming amount of
greenwaste which increased by 92% in one year. He added that greenwaste must be
converted to compost for storage within 48 hours of its arrival or the City is subject to fines
from Integrated Waste or possibly Regional Water Quality Board. He noted that staff is
working Within the five-year rate plan for the Solid Waste Utility established by Council
three years ago and any revenue realized through sales of recyc1ables is being used to offset
handling additional volume.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Cibula,
approving Amendment No.1 to the Agreement with Shasta County Opportunity Center
authorizing 15 additional sorters and four supervisors to operate the City's new solid waste
sorter, for a term of January 1,2001, to December 31, 2003; and adopting Resolution No.
2002-11, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the
32nd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $8,000 in Fiscal
Year 2001-02 and $33,000 in Fiscal Year 2002-03 for the Contract amendment to operate
the new Solid Waste sorter. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Kight
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2002-11 is on file in the Office ofthe City Clerk.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of9:03 p.m., Mayor Kight declared the meeting
adjourned.
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