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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress A venue
Redding, California
February 7,2012 6:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dick Dickerson with the following Council Members
present: Rick Bosetti, Patrick Jones, Missy McArthur, and Francie Sullivan.
Also present were City Manager Kurt Starman, City Attorney Rick Duvernay, Assistant City I
Manager/Electric Utility Director Barry Tippin, Deputy City Manager Greg Clark, Public Works
Director Brian Crane, Development Services Director Bill Nagel, City Clerk Pamela Mize, and
Executive Assistant Sharlene Tipton. The City Manager introduced Department Directors that
. were in attendance: Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd, City Treasurer Leslie Detwiler, Support
Services Director Rod Dinger, Fire Chief Kevin Kreitman, Community Services Director
Kimberly Niemer, and Police Chief Robert Paoletti.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Invocation were offered by Duane Morrison,
Redding Police Department Chaplain.
PRESENT A TrONS
2A. Presentation of Appreciation Clock - Max Ruffcorn for service on the Administrative
Hearings Board
[B-080-005]
On behalf of the City Council and staff, Mayor Dickerson presented an Appreciation
Clock to Max Ruffcorn and thanked him for his service on the Administrative Hearings
Board from February 7,2006, to February 1, 2012.
28. Presentation of New Marketing Video - by the Economic Development Corporation of
Shasta County
[E-050]
Mark Lascelles, President ofthe Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County,
presented the new marketing video showcasing the Northstate's Manufacturing Sector
that will be a backdrop for many upcoming trade shows.
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2C. Donation from the Exchange Club of Redding
[G-I00]
On behalf of the City of Redding and staff, Mayor Dickerson accepted a check in the
amount of $5,000 for its General Fund from Bill Wagner, representing the Exchange
Club of Redding, from its proceeds made during the 2011 Redding Air Show.
PUBLIC COMMENT
[A-050-060/P-I00-230]
George Clarke and James F. Hamilton spoke in opposition of Council members receiving health
and retirement benefits.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each report
to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4.(a). Approval of Minutes: Approval of Minutes: Special Meeting of January 12, 2012; I
Regular Meeting of January 17, 2012; and Special Meeting of January 23,2012
4.(b). Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers
[A-050-100-500]
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the City Council approve Accounts
Payable Register No. 14, for the period of January 13, 2012, through January 31,2012,
for a total of $22,683,270.05, for check numbers 899506 through 899896, inclusive,
ACH Transfer numbers 8538 through 8595, inclusive, and Wire Transfer numbers 3781
through 3811, inclusive; Payroll Register No. 15, for the period January 8, 2012, through
January 21, 2012, in the amount of $2,615,103.25, for electronic deposit transaction
numbers 317709 through 318485, inclusive, and check numbers 550734 through 550821,
inclusive. SUMMARY TOTAL: $25,298,373.30
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4.(c). Treasurer's Report - December 2011
[A-050-100-600]
It is the recommendation of the City Treasurer that the City Council accept the
Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2011.
Total Treasurer's Accountability $136,201,726.67
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities $189,665,144.46
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4.(d). ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation - December 2011
[F-205-095-650]
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the City Council accept the
ACR133 Report and the Proof of Cash Reconciliation for December 2011.
4.1 (a). Proiect Status Report - January 2012
[ A-050-080]
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council accept the Project
Status Report for the month of January 2012.
4.1 (b). Industrial Development Incentive Agreement - Tullis Inc.
[E-050/E-090-070]
It is the recommendation ofthe Economic Development Liaison Patrick Keener that the
City Council approve an Industrial Development Incentive Agreement (Agreement) with
Tullis, Inc. and authorize the City Manager (or his designee) to execute the Agreement
in the sum of$I,OOO per full-time employee or $10,000 for 10 full-time employees.
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4.2(a). Strategic Growth Council's Sustainable Communities Planning Grant and Incentive
Program (SCPGIP) Application; and
Resolution - authorizing the City Manager or designee to conduct all negotiations, and
execute and submit all necessary documents relative to the SCPGIP.
[G-I00-170/G-030-140] .
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council authorize
submission of an application to the Strategic Growth Council's SCPGIP to fund the
Downtown Redding Specific Plan update. It is further recommended that the City
Council adopt Resolution No. 2012-008, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding authorizing the City Manager (or his designee) to conduct all negotiations,
execute and submit all documents including an application to the Strategic Growth
Council's SCPGIP; and the execution of an agreement if selected for ~uch funding and
any amendments thereto; and any related documents necessary to participate in the
SCPGIP.
4.3(a). License Agreement (C-3881) - Shasta Kart Klub
[A-070-080IA-090-100]
It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that the City Council approve
the License Agreement (Agreement) with Shasta Kart Klub (C-3881) for use ofthe kart
track at the Redding Municipal Airport to conduct kart races for the period of
February 15, 2012, through December 31,2013, in the amount of$I,800 per year, with
two, one-year options to extend the Agreement.
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4.3(b). Award of Bid - Bid ScheduleNo. 4456, for tires and services
[B-050-100] .
It is the recommendation of the S~pport Services Director that the City Council award
Bid Schedule No. 4456, for recap and repair services, to Wingfoot Commercial Tire, in
theamountof$189,786.50, for the period of February 1,2012, throughJanuary31, 2013,
with two consecutive one-year extensions of the contract with price adjustments based
on the CPI (labor and disposal services), and the PPI (for recaps).
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4.4(a). State Alcoholic Beverage Control License Request - Walgreens - 115 East Lake
Boulevard; and
Resolution - adopting City Council Policy No. 602 titled "Determination of Public
Convenience and Necessity for Alcoholic Beverage Outlets"
[A-050-060-555/A-IIO-140]
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council
make a determination of public convenience or necessity concerning the issuance of a
State Alcoholic Beverage Control license for the sale of beer and wine by Walgreens
. located at 115 East Lake Boulevard. It is further recommended that the City Council
adopt Resolution No. 2012-009, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding I
adopting City Council Policy No. 602 related to determination of public convenience and
necessity for alcoholic beverage outlets.
4.6(a). Resolution - Tree Planting Day and Arbor Week; and
Recognition of the Tree Line USA. Utility and Tree City USA. Awards
[A -050-060-600]
It is the recommendation ofthe Community Services Director that the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 2012-010, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
declaring March 9, 2012, as Community Tree Planting Day, otherwise known as
Arbor Day; and March 7-14, 2012, as Arbor Week. It is further recommended that the
Tree Line USA. Utility and Tree City USA. Awards be recognized.
4.II(a). Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4448 (Job No. 2360), Hilltop Drive Overcrossing at
Interstate 5 Pedestrian Improvements
[B-050-020/S-070-100]
Council Member McArthur recused herself due to property ownership in the area.
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council: (I) award
Bid Schedule No. 4448 (Job No. 2360), for installation of chain-link fencing on both the
north and south existing bridge railings, as well as some metal-beam guardrail
improvements, and, in addition, the existing sidewalk on the south side ofthe bridge will
be widened to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements relative to the
Hilltop Drive Overcrossing at Interstate 5 Pedestrian Improvements, to Sunrise
Excavating in the amount of$107,472; (2) approve an additional $30,000 to cover the
cost of administration and inspection fees; and (3) approve $20,000 to provide
construction contingency funding, for a total of $157,472.
The Vote:
Ayes:',
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
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Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: McArthur
Council Members: None
4.1 I (b).Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4450 (Job No. 2389), Well 10 Rehabilitation Project
[B-050-020/W -030-750]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council: (1) award
Bid Schedule No. 4450 (Job No. 2389), for the W ell I 0 Rehabilitation Project, involving
the removal ofthe pump and motor and the chemical and mechanical cleaning ofthe well
casing and gravel pack to remove encrustation, which naturally occurs in the well and
restricts the flow of water, to Layne Christian Co., in the amount of $155,080; (2)
approve an additional $45,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees and
obtain outside services for material testing; (3) approve $20,000 to provide construction
contingency funding; and (4) authorize the City Manager to approve additional increases
in either the construction management or construction contingency amounts up to a total
of$IO,OOO, for a total of$230,080.
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4.11(c).Contingency Funding Increase - Bid Schedule No. 4380. (Job Nos. 2366/2343), 20.11
Water and Storm Drain Replacement Project
[B-Q5Q-Q20]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council approve
increasing construction contingency funds in the amount of $16,0.0.0. for Bid Schedule
No. 4380. (Job Nos. 2366/2343), 20.11 Water and Storm Drain Replacement Project, due
to unanticipated costs and item overruns, bringing the total to $160.,0.0.0..
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4.11 (d). Contingency Funding Increase - Bid Schedule No. 43 86 (Job No. 2359), Manzanita Hills
Water Main Replacement Project
[B-Q5Q-Q2Q]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council approve
increasing construction contingency funds in the amount of $20.,0.0.0. for Bid Schedule
No. 4386 (Job No. 2359), Manzanita Hills Water Main Replacement Project, due to
unforeseen underground conditions at tie-in points, bringing the total to $80.,0.0.0..
4.11(e).Bicycle Friendly Community Application to the League of American Bicyclists - City
partnership with Healthy Shasta
[T -10.0.-0.50.]
It is the recommendation of the Directors of Public Works, Community Services, and
Development Services, that the City Council direct staff to partner with Healthy Shasta
to seek recognition by submitting a Bicycle Friendly Community Application to the
League of American Bicyclists on behalf of the City of Redding.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Missy McArthur, seconded by Council
Member Jones, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and
adopted as recommended with the exception of the item(s) approved by separate vote as
indicated above.
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Resolution Nos. 20.12-0.0.8 through 20.12-0.10. are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS.
BOARDS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9A. Retirement Benefits - City Council Members
[A-Q5Q-Q6Q/P-1 QQ-23Q/P-1 0.0.-150.]
City Manager Starman highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
January 23,20.12, incorporated herein by reference, providing background information
regarding two retirement benefits (CalPERS and Health Insurance) available to the City
Council Members.
George Clarke spoke in opposition of participation by the Council in CalPERS and
health insurance benefits.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
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No action was necessary on this informational item.
9.3(a). Service Agreement with Redding Community Access Corporation (C-5736)
[T-Q4Q-35Q-2QQ]
Support Services Director Dinger provided an overview of the Report to City Council
(staff report), dated January 26, 20.12, incorporated herein by reference, and
recommended that the City Council approve the Service Agreement (Agreement) with
the Redding Community Access Corporation (RCAC) to provide the operation of the
public access channels for a one-year period beginning February 16, 20.12, with
automatic annual renewals unless terminated by either party upon 90. days written notice.
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George Bravo, John Dixon, Matthew B. Davison, Jo Vayo, and Sharon Waranius spoke
in support of the Agreement.
A discussion amongst the Council Members ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to approve the Service Agreement with the Redding Community Access
Corporation for a one-year term commencing on February 16, 2012.
The Vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson I
Noes: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
9A(b). Regional Climate Action Plan Update - direction for future participation
[B-080-460]
Senior Planner Kent Manuel highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
January 31, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, providing an update on the progress
made to-date relative to development of a Regional Climate Action Plan (RCAP), and
recommended that the City Council direct staff to continue working with the Shasta
County Air Quality Management District (AQMD) to develop the RCAP.
Charles Alexander, Gary Cadd, and Patricia Heinsohn spoke in opposition.
Doug Bennett spoke in favor of moving forward with the RCAP.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to direct staff to continue working with the Shasta County Air Quality
Management District to develop the Regional Climate Action Plan.
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: Bosetti and Jones
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
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9 A( c). Resolution - Adding new duplex dwelling units to the temporary Traffic and Wastewater
Impact Fee Waiver Program
[F -205-600fT -080-400]
Development Services Director Nagel highlighted the Report to City Council (staff
report) dated January 25,2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that
the City Council adopt a resolution adding new duplex dwelling units to the temporary
Traffic and Wastewater Impact Fee Waiver Program (FWP).
Ron Mygrant urged the Council to include duplexes and requested that the 50 permits in
the FWP be tracked on a permit basis, not on the number of dwelling-units.
J eb Allen spoke in favor of modifying the FWP and requested that six months be added
to the FWP.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member
Jones, to direct staff to return at the February 21,2012, City Council meeting with an
amended resolution which would continue the existing temporary Traffic and
Wastewater Impact Fee Waiver Program (FWP) without change and would establish a
second FWP for an additional 50 dwelling units under the same time-line, terms, and
conditions, as the first FWP, with the exception that the second FWP would be available
to duplex units as well as single-family units and to both new and existing permits.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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9.1 0(a).Reso1ution - Investment of monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund by the City of
Redding as Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency (Moved from the .
Consent Calendar at Mayor Dickerson's request)
[I-100-5001R-030-605]
City Manager Starman highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
January 26, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City
Council, acting as the Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency, adopt
a resolution authorizing the investment of monies into the State's Local Agency
Investment Fund.
Mayor Dickerson stated the need to be transparent with the dissolution of the Redding
Redevelopment Agency and noted that this is one step of many to come to wind down
the Redding Redevelopment Agency.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-011, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City
of Redding, as Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency, authorizing
the investment of monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund.
The Vote:
. Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2012-011 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
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9.l4(a).Resolution of Necessity - Westridge Subdivision III (S-19-03) - Property owned by
William T. Cox
[C-070-0 1 O/S-l 01-068]
Assistant City Attorney Lynette Frediani provided an overview of the Report to City
Council (staff report) dated January 26, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, and
recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution of necessity with the required
findings to acquire property from William T. Cox for a permanent public service
easement (8,342-square-feet) and a temporary construction easement (4,786) necessary
for the construction, connection, and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system. A four-
fifths vote of the City Council is necessary for adoption of said resolution.
Public Works Director Crane provided a PowerPoint presentation, incorporated herein
by reference, relative to the necessary findings required to adopt the resolution of
necessity that must include: (1) the public interest and necessity require the proposed
Project; (2) the proposed Project is planned or located in the manner that will be most
compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury; and (3) the property
is necessary for the proposed Project. The Project is defined as the construction,
installation, connection, and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system specified in
Tentative Subdivision Map S-19-03 commensurate with the goals of the City's 2003
Master Sewer Plan.
William T. Cox, Property Owner, spoke in opposition of the City invoking eminent
domain proceedings against his property.
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Eihnard Diaz, Diaz Associates, spoke on behalf of Green view Development Co. in favor
of the City invoking eminent domain proceedings against Mr. Cox's property.
Patricia Cogle, Marilyn Sargent, John Dixon, Susan Weale, and Dwight Bailey spoke in
opposition.
Robert Milton opined that updated imagery should be utilized to better depict the
location of the proposed sewer mains.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council
Member Bosetti, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-012, a Resolution of Necessity oft he City
Council of the City of Redding to acquire real property owned by William T. Cox by
eminent domain for a permanent public service easement for sewer line and a temporary
construction easement.
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: Jones
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
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Resolution of Necessity No. 2012-012 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORT(S)
City Council Member attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at City expense
{Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234}
[ A-050-060]
Council Member Sullivan reported attendance at the Northern California Power Agency Strategic
Conference January 24-26,2012, in Sacramento, California.
CLOSED SESSION
At the hour of 11 :27 p.m., Mayor Dickerson announced that Council would adjourn to Closed
Session.
At the hour of 11 :34 p.m., Mayor Dickerson reconvened the Regular Meeting to OfJen Session
and reported that in reference to:
12A. Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property located on frontage road at 200 and 250 East Cypress Avenue, APN' s 170-360- I
026 & -028
Agency Negotiator: City Manager Starman
Negotiating Parties: City of Redding and Lithia Motors
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
[C-070-200]
The Council took no reportable action.
12B. Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property located at 777 Auditorium Drive (former Convention and Visitors Bureau
Building)
Agency Negotiator: Community Services Director Niemer
Negotiating Parties: City of Redding and Venturehouse, Inc.
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
[C-070-100]
The Council took no reportable action.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Dickerson declared the meeting adjourned at the hour
of 11 :35 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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