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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue,
Redding, California
July 16,2002, 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Fran Jenkins.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Fred Bloomer, Oak Run Bible Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kight with the following Council Members
present: Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Stegall.
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Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City
Manager Starman, Interim City Attorney Tranberg, Development Services Director
Hamilton, Administrative Services Director Bachman, Support Services Director Kersten,
Economic Development Director Mitchell, Community Services Director Niemer, Deputy
Fire Chief Kaylor, Deputy Fire Chief Becker, Management Analyst I McCallum, Fire
Prevention Specialist Sawyer, Assistant City Clerk Sherman, and Executive Secretary
Stribley.
Approval of Minutes - Special and Regular Meetings of July 2, 2002.
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-l00-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No.1, check numbers 302086 through
302482 inclusive, in the amount of$3,63l,935.59, for the period ofJune 29, 2002, through
July 12,2002; Wire Transfers for the period of June 27,2002, through July 15, 2002, in the
amount of$2, 127,832.33; and Payroll Register No.1, electronic deposit transaction numbers
110378 through 111040 and check numbers 490348 through 490651 inclusive, in the amount
of$1,764,893.84, for the period of June 23, 2002, through July 6, 2002, be approved.
TOTAL: $7,524,661.76
Ordinance - Amending the Agreement with California Public Employee' Retirement System
(CalPERS)
(P-100-230 & P-100-050-120)
It is the recommendation ofthe Administrative Services Director that Ordinance No. 2298
be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing an
amendment to the contract between the City Council of the City of Redding and the Board
of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to
provide enhanced 3% at 50 retirement plan to local police members effective December 8,
2002, (Peace Officers Association of Redding and the Redding Police Manager~
Association).
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Amended Agreement - Diaz and Associates
(E-050 & L-010-075)
It is the recommendation of the Economic Development Director that the City Council
approve the amendment to the Agreement with Diaz and Associates increasing the Scope of
Services to include further hydrological studies and analysis for the Stillwater Business Park
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in an amount not-to-exceed $6,850.
Grant - California Bicycle Transportation Account (BT A); and
Resolution - Appropriating grants funds and allocating local funds
(G-100-170 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council accept the State
of California Bicycle Transportation Account (BT A) grant in the amount of $160,044 to
provide signing and striping for a Class II Bikeway on Chum Creek Road between Hartnell
Avenue and Denton Way, with the City's share in the amount of$17,783 for a total cost of
$177,827.
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It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2002-111 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 54th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $160,050 for bicycle lanes and accepting $160,050
in grant revenue from BT A for fiscal year 2002-03.
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Agreement - California Department of Fish and Game re mitigation for wetlands
(P-050-600-200 & C-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council authorize the
Mayor to execute the Agreement with the Department ofFish and Game regarding mitigation
for wetlands and establishing an escrow account in the amount of $390,000 for three
projects, the Sports Complex, Clover Creek Flood Protection Project, and the underground
utility line on Tarmac Road, and ordering appraisals and wetlands delineations. It is also
recommended that the Declaration of Restrictions in favor of the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers be approved regarding the set aside of 24 acres for wetlands mitigation to secure
the 404 Permit (wetlands encroachment) for construction of the Sports Complex Project and
record same.
Lease Agreement - Neighborhood Center of Shasta County
(C-070-100 & C-050-240)
It is the recommendation ofthe Support Services Director that the City Council authorize the
Mayor to execute a short term Lease Agreement with the Neighborhood Center of Shasta
County for a portion of the old Fire Administration building on Parkview Drive at no cost
until December 31, 2002, in order to assist in the revitalization of the Parkview and Garden
Tract Neighborhoods.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3576, One Flatbed Truck with Articulated Crane and
Winch
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation ofthe Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule 3576, One Flatbed
Truck with Articulated Crane and Winch, be awarded to Riverview International in the
amount of$116,911.95.
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Funding Agreement - Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association
(B-130-030-700)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
the Funding Agreement with the Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (SCW A) in the
amount of $40,000, effective July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2003, to promote outdoor
recreation in the seven-county Shasta Cascade Region.
Grant Application - Shasta County Department of Public Health
(G-lOO & P-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
a grant application to the Shasta County Department of Public Health through the Physical
Activity Promotion Program for a funds in the amount of $30,000. The funds will be used
to construct an adventure theme playground to replace two small playgrounds removed
during construction of the Redding Aquatic Center. The total project is anticipated to cost
$250,000 with the Shasta County Office of Education providing a significant portion of the
cost and the remainder to be paid by service club participation and other grants.
Resolution - Proclaiming August 6, 2002, as "National Night Out"
(A-050-060-600 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 2002-112 be adopted,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding supporting crime and drug prevention
efforts and Police Community Partnerships in Redding and proclaiming Tuesday, August 6,
2002, as "National Night Out."
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Grant Application - National Institute of Justice
(G-100-070 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that the City Council approve a grant
application to the National Institute of Justice for funds in the amount of $69,641 through
the Crime Laboratory Improvement Program to provide equipment and software designed
to enhance and upgrade the Police Crime Laboratory. The Police Department will utilize
existing personnel to satisfy a required 25% in kind funding match.
Grant Application - 2002 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant
(G-I00-070 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that the City Council approve a grant
application to U.S. Department of Justice Local Law Enforcement Block Grant for funds in
the amount of$91,663 with the understanding that should the grant be awarded, the City is
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required to provide an additional $10,185 in matching funds for a total of$101,848. It is
proposed that $50,316 be directed to continue the Integrated Public Safety System (IPSS) and
the mobile data system programs, and $51,532 used to reduce the number offatal, injury, and
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) collisions in the City through the Selected Traffic
Reduction Program (STCR).
Resolution - Amending the Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
(P-I00-320)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-
113 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the
Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan for unrepresented employees,
adding the classification of Construction Manager, effective July 21,2002, with a salary
range from $4,115 to $6,493.
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Lease Agreement - Cingular Wireless
(C-175-825)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council approve the
Lease Agreement with Cingular Wireless to provide installation of cellular telephone
equipment on City property located at the water reservoir on Springer Drive. The term of the
lease is five years effective July 1, 2002, to June 30, 2007, in the amount of $1,800 per
month. The Agreement provides an option to extend the lease for four additional five-year
terms with increases in the monthly lease rate.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as
recommended. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - Cibula, Pohlmeyer, McGeorge, Stegall, and Kight
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 2298 and Resolution Nos. 2002-111, 2002-112, and 2002-113 are on file in
the Office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING
RESOLUTION - Amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges
(F-205-600)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kight opened the public hearing regarding
amendments to the City of Redding Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
The following document is on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Assistant City Clerk Sherman advised that no protests were received.
Administrative Services Director Bachman provided an overview of the Report to Council,
dated July 8, 2002, relating that City Council Policy No. 802 prescribes that fees and service
charges shall be evaluated annually and submitted to Council for review and approval. Mr.
Bachman recalled that a description ofthe proposed adjustments and modifications to the fee
schedule was submitted to the City Council at its meeting of July 2, 2002. He pointed out
that the proposed fees and increases will not exceed the administrative costs of providing
these services for fiscal year 2002-2003.
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Mr. Bachman stated that most of the recommended changes are tied to the Consumer Price
Index (CPI) of 1.3% as of May of 2002, the last month available prior to publishing the
notice of hearing.
Mr. Bachman clarified that the Police Department fee for a Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) applicant criminal background check is charged to a landlord if he/she requests a
criminal check on a potential tenant. He also noted changes to the Community Room Rental
fee which no longer itemize equipment charges, but includes those fees in three basic rental
packages. He pointed out there is no net increase in the actual rental fee.
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In response to Mayor Kight, Mr. Bachman explained that there is now a $100 fee to be
placed on the waiting list for hangars at the airport. This is necessitated not only by a lengthy
list, but because some who remain on the list for long periods of time are no longer interested
in obtaining hangar space once it is available. The fee will roll into the first month's rent
once a hangar is leased.
Administrative Services Director Bachman recommended adoption of the resolution
amending the City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for fiscal year 2002-2003.
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In response to Council Member Cibula, Mr. Bachman advised that the increased fee for the
Electric Utility Department to provide on-site delivery of disconnection notifications (door-
hangar) applies primarily to motel complexes which are delinquent in their utility bills with
disconnection imminent. He noted that the fee was increased from $22 to $50 per complex,
with individual homeowners still receiving disconnect notices by mail.
Mayor Kight determined that no one present wishe~ to address this matter and closed the
public hearing.
Council Member Cibula advised that although most of the fee modifications represent
necessary and routine increases, he will vote no because he objects to charging fees for use
of the Civic Center Community Room.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
adopting Resolution No. 2002-114, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding
amending the City of Redding Schedule of Fees and Service Charges pursuant to City
Council Policy No. 802. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Kight
NOES: Council Members - Cibula
ABSENT: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 2002-114 is on file in the office ofthe City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map Application (S-4-00), Gold
Hills Subdivision, Unit 6
(S-100-237)
Development Services Director Hamilton explained that City staff, developer Thomas
Limited, and appellants, Roger & Linda Mahaffey reached an agreeable course of action
which resulted in withdrawal of the appeal. He advised that the public hearing and
subsequent City Council action are no longer necessary.
UPDATE MAJOR PROJECTS - Fire Safety Measures
(A-050-080 & P-150-070)
Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Marshall Becker introduced Fire Prevention Specialist Sawyer who
oversees the Vegetation Management Program (Program) in the City. Mr. Becker recalled
that when the Program began, City-owned properties were identified and prioritized for
vegetation mitigation. He noted that to date, 90% of the identified areas have been cleared
with a 200 foot swath, maintaining cleared underbrush for the first 100 feet, clearing 50%
of the underbrush, and limbing trees in the second 100 feet. He stated that a total of 270
acres have been cleared.
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He related that the objectives of the Vegetation Management Program are to:
~ Provide a 200 foot fire clearance between homes and open spaces. Vegetation
management is now required for development of new subdivisions providing fire
buffers and maintenance ofthe buffers through a vegetation maintenance district or
a homeowners association.
Provide educational material on wildfire defense to homeowners, especially in very
high fire hazard zones.
Ensure compliance with local and State regulations regarding combustible vegetation
hazard clearances to occupied structures.
Respond to weed abatement complaints.
Distribute the Bate's Bill (legislation responding to the devastating fire in the
Oakland Hills) self-inspection forms.
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Fire Marshall Becker stated that the benefits of the program are: 1) reduced risks to citizens,
2) reduced fire hazards, 3) easier access for suppression crews, 4) increased real estate
values, 5) lower insurance premiums, and 6) improving fire safety in the community.
Council Member Pohlmeyer requested educational and self-help materials for distribution
to residents of neighborhoods during "National Night Out."
Mayor Kight requested a progress report when a determination can be made as to the success
or failure of the project.
UPDATE MAJOR PROJECTS - Aquatic Center
(A-050-080 & P-050-700-600)
Community Services Director Niemer provided a Powerpoint presentation of progress for
construction at the Redding Aquatic ~enter. She stated that the pool passed its tolerance
check and will receive certification as a U.S. Certified Competition Pool. She pointed out
several amenities such as an entry stairwell into the competition pool which will provide
easier access for children and the elderly, tile work, and the zero-depth entry pool. Ms.
Niemer stated that the new playground for children will be located east of the Aquatic
Center. She stated that although completion is still anticipated in August, the pool will not
be open for swimming until next year.
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No action was required on this informational item.
GRAND JURY REPORT - Trains and Redding Police Department
(B-080-600-800/T -1 00-300/P-150-150)
City Manager Warren provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated July 2,2002,
stating that the Grand Jury Report (Report) encompassed Shasta County and Redding. One
section of the Report focused on the speed of trains traveling through the City. He explained
that federal law allows freight trains to travel up to 60 miles per hour and passenger trains
up to 80 miles per hour through Redding. However, a City ordinance, adopted many years
ago, prohibits trains from traveling more than 45 miles per hour through the community. Mr.
Warren related that because federal law supersedes the City's ordinance, the Grand Jury
recommends that the City remove its ordinance. Mr. Warren added that Union Pacific
Railroad policy prohibits trains from traveling faster than 45 miles per hour through Redding.
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Mr. Warren stated that the Grand Jury also reviewed Redding Police Department citizen
complaints regarding personnel and procedures for the period of 1997 through 2001, and of
48 complaints received, 10 were substantiated. He noted that the State average for cities with
a population similar to Redding is 57 complaints with 8 substantiated pointing out that the
lower number of complaints is the result of additional officer training, ride-along programs
for citizens, a clear and accessible complaint brochure, and 100 letters of appreciation or
commendation for the Police Department. He read the Grand Jury's concluding statement,
"The Redding Police Department is a professional, well-managed and progressive
organization that provides exceptional public safety for the community." He noted the only
recommendation made by the Grand Jury is to reference the Grand Jury as an alternate means
of recourse in the Police Department's Commendation or Complaint brochure.
Mr. Warren recommended that a letter be written to the Grand Jury thanking them for their
efforts and that the City Attorney be directed to begin proceedings to rescind the ordinance
relative to train speeds through Redding. He also recommended that reference to the Shasta
County Grand Jury as an alternate means of recourse be added to the Redding Police
Department's Commendation or Complaint brochure.
It was the consensus ofthe City Council that a letter be sent thanking the Grand Jury for their
efforts; that the City Attorney be directed to repeal the City ordinance limiting trains to 45
miles per hour; and that the Redding Police Department brochure reference the Shasta
County Grand Jury as an alternate means of recourse for commendations or complaints.
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MID-BIENNIAL BUDGET REPORT; and
BUDGET RESOLUTION
(B-130-070)
Administrative Services Director Bachman provided an overview of the Report to City
Council dated July 16, 2002, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Mid-Biennial
Budget Review for fiscal year 2002-2003, stating that proposed expenditure amendments
have a net decrease of $19,179,700 City-wide. This reflects a decrease of $22,404,000 in
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electric purchase and generation costs due to the collapse of the wholesale market.
Excluding the Electric Utility's reduction, total expenditures have a net increase of
$3,224,300 with $1,844,240 related to the General Fund. He noted the largest increase in the
General Fund is directly attributed to Police and Fire recently approved Memorandums of
Understanding (MOU) increasing Police and Fire budgets by $2,193,340 of which $582,320
is a one-time expense. These increases can be absorbed into the City's lO-Year Financial
Plan.
Mr. Bachman noted that the General Fund increase provides three additional full-time
positions and two part-time positions due to increased projects and workloads (approved July
2, 2002, by the City Council), as well as two new positions for the Water Utility.
He reported that proposed revenue amendments have a net decrease of$35,511,190. The
Electric Utility will reduce revenues by $36,295,000 due to reduced wholesale power
revenues and the Airport Utility will reduce revenues by $366,190 reflecting changes in
completion of capital projects reducing related grant revenue. Overall, the General Fund has
a net increase in revenue of $1,150,000.
Mr. Bachman recommended adoption of the resolution decreasing appropriations by
$19,179,700 as part of the Mid-Biennial Budget Review for fiscal year 2002-03 and
approving staff s recommended adjustments.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
adopting Resolution No. 2002-115, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 54th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104
decreasing appropriations by $19,179,700 as part of the Mid-Biennial Budget Review for
fiscal year 2002-03; and approving adjustments as recommended by staff. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Steg~ll, and Kight
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2002-115 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMENT
(W-030)
Betty and Fulton Doty, Redding residents, expressed support for safe drinking water and
suggested that the City provide a format for pros and cons of fluoride through informational
public meetings.
Michel Czehatowski, Redding resident, expressed concern regarding the safety of adding
fluoride to the City's water supply as well as increased lead and arsenic levels, and costs
versus benefits associated with fluoridation. He also expressed support for the Safe Drinking
Water initiative.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of7:50 p.m., Mayor Kight declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED
Q IS-L
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Assistant City Clerk
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