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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue,
Redding, California
September 3,2002, 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Clerk Strohmayer.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Gary Bourgeois, Good News Rescue Mission.
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The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Cibula with the following Council Members
present: McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Stegall. Mayor Kight was absent.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City
Manager Starman, Assistant City Attorney Frediani, Development Services Director
Hamilton, Electric Utility Director Feider, Administrative Services Director Bachman, Chief
of Police Blankenship, Fire Chief Gunsauls, Support Services Director Kersten, Economic
Director Mitchell, Police Captain Davidson, Community Services Director Niemer,
Management Analyst McCallum, City Clerk Strohmayer, Assistant City Clerk Sherman, and
Executive Secretary Stribley.
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PRESENTATION - From the West Redding Little League
(A-050-060)
Community Services Director Niemer explained that West Redding Little League (WRLL)
in partnership with the City refurbished ballfields at the Juniper Academy throughout the
summer. WRLL President Todd Slaughter provided a PowerPoint presentation depicting the
Juniper Academy ballfields before, during, and after renovations necessary to meet criteria
for acceptance by the National Little League Association. He stated that the project consisted
of two ball fields, a practice field, and refurbishment of a soccer field. He acknowledged the
invaluable services of volunteers who worked tirelessly on the project and advised that
Redding East Rotary is donating bleachers for the project.
On behalf of the City Council and the citizens of Redding, Vice Mayor Cibula thanked West
Redding Little League and all the volunteers for their contributions to youth sports and
applauded their hard work and dedication.
RESOLUTION - Proclaiming September 11, 2002, a "Day of Remembrance"
(A -050-060-600)
Vice Mayor Cibula announced that on September 11,2002, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Hall
Plaza there will be a one-hour Remembrance Ceremony commemorating the terrorist attacks
on the United States and invited all to attend. He recommended adoption of the resolution
proclaiming September 11,2002, a "Day of Remembrance."
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer,
adopting Resolution No. 2002-127, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
honoring the victims and heroes of the September 11, 2001, tragedy and proclaiming
September 11,2002, a "Day of Remembrance." The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Cibula
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - Kight
Resolution No. 2002-127 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Vice Mayor Cibula reported that earlier in the afternoon the City Council honored over 40
National Guard members from the community who were en route to serve homeland security
and expressed pride in having such fine men and women serving America in the war against
terrorism.
Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of August 20,2002, and Special Meetings of August
1, 2002, and August 20, 2002.
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Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No.4, check numbers 303691 through
304133 inclusive, in the amount of $3,025,080.90, for the period of August 12, 2002,
through August 29,2002; Wire Transfers for the period of August 17,2002, through August
30, 2002, in the amount of $5,717,741.40; and Payroll Register No.4, electronic deposit
transaction numbers 112404 through 113064 and check numbers 491834 through 492216
inclusive, in the amount of$1 ,840,556.36, for the period of August 4,2002, through August
17, 2002, be approved.
TOTAL: $10,583,378.66
Treasurer's Report - July 2002
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability
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$128,916,371.79
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities
$172,363,155.88
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 July 2002 be accepted.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3540, Downtown Mall Circulation Improvement Project
(B-050-1 OOIT -080-500/M-0 1 0-200)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Bid Schedule No. 3540, traffic,
architectural, and engineering services for the Downtown Mall Circulation Improvement
Project be awarded to Trilogy Architecture (Trilogy) in the amount of$98,620; and authorize
the Mayor to execute an agreement with Trilogy.
Resolution - Authorizing the Redding Redevelopment Agency to sell real property located
at 1022 State Street
(R-030-100-033)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Resolution No. 2002-128 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the Redding
Redevelopment Agency to sell real property located at 1022 State Street, pursuant to Section
33433(c) of the Health & Safety Code, proposed to contain one single-family residence.
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Resolution - Approving lease agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
(C-070-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation fo the Support Services Department that Resolution No. 2002-129
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Lease No.
DTFA08-02-L-21704 with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Very High
Frequency Omni-Directional Range (VOR) facility at Redding Municipal Airport replacing
the existing lease and extending the term for an additional 15 years to September 30,2017
at no .cost; and authorizing the Mayor to execute same.
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 July 2002. Retail power sales revenue is
13.8%, or $914,677 above projections and wholesale power sales through July are 33.6% or
$957,469 below projections, due to ongoing weakness in wholesale spot-market conditions.
Operating revenue after energy costs is $3,572,522. The total cost of electricity through July
2002 is $39,738 or 0.7% below projections. The Utility's earnings before interest,
depreciation, and amortization is $1,894,474.
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Monthly Financial Report - General Fund; and
Resolution - Appropriating funds for Police Officers' Equipment
(B-130-070 & PI50-150)
It is the recommendation ofthe Administrative Services Director that the City Council accept
the General Fund's Monthly Financial Report for July 2002. Total revenue to date is $3.7
million or $575,473 (18.5%) above staffs cash flow projection. Expenditures to date,
excluding encumbrances, total $3,970,999 or$3,205,467 (44.7%) below staffs original cash
flow projection. Encumbrances total $4,061,472.
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It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2002-130 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 60th amendment to City Council
Budget Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $25,000 for Police Officers' equipment for
fiscal year 2002-03
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Resolution - Amending the Schedule of Part-Time Employee Classifications and Wage
Rates/Ranges for Unrepresented Employees
(P-I00-320)
It is the recommendation ofthe Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-
131 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the
Schedule of Part-time Employee Classifications and Wage Rates/Ranges for Unrepresented
Employees, adding the classification of Police Chaplain effective September 1, 2002, with
a salary range of $8.42 per hour to $10.24 per hour.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 9007, Leland Avenue Improvement Project; and
Resolution - Appropriating funds for Leland Avenue Improvement Project
(B-050-020/B-130-070/S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director, that Bid Schedule No. 9007,
Leland Avenue Improvement Project (Job Nos. 9477,2185,2193), be awarded to Bobby
Martin Construction, Inc., in the amount of $439,116.80,and an additional $43,912 be
approved for administration and inspection fees, and $43,912 for a construction contingency
fund, for a total bid amount of $526,940.80.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2002-136 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 59th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 2001-104 appropriating $25,000 for the Leland Avenue Improvement Project
for fiscal year 2002-03.
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Resolution - Adopting a revised Disadvantage Business Enterprise Program for Fiscal Year
2002-2003
( G-100-070-070)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Resolution No.
2002-132 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting a
revised Disadvantage Business Enterprise Program (DB E) pertaining to Federal Highway
Administration funding and setting an overall goal and methodology of 2.4% for federal
fiscal year 2002-03, with funds distributed through Caltrans.
Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 3461, Redding Civic Center Signature Fountain
(B-050-020 & C-050-025)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Bid Schedule No.
3461 (Job No. 9411), Redding Civic Center Signature Fountain, awarded to Renew-A-Line
Construction, Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk be authorized
to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract amount is $457,936.49.
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Resolution - Summarily vacating a portion of an easement at 1400 St. Andrews Drive
(A-01O-040 & S-100-237)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Resolution No. 2002-
133 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding summarily vacating
a portion of the public-service, drainage, and open-space easements on Lot 74 (1400 St.
Andrews Drive) of the Gold Hills Subdivision granted to the City and recorded in Book 18
of Maps Page 32, Shasta County Recorder (A':I-02). Property owners Stanley and Georgia
Lange requested the summary vacation because it does not cover any drainage ways and is
not needed for utility purposes.
Council Member Pohlmeyer advised he will abstain from voting on this issue due to property
holdings in the area.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - McGeorge, Stegall, and Cibula
Council Members - None
Council Members - Pohlmeyer
Council Members - Kight
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Refinance - 1992 Wastewater Bonds and Wastewater's portion of the 1993 Solid Waste and
Corporation Yard Bonds
(D-050-200-006)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council direct staff to
continue to develop a refinancing plan for Wastewater bonds due to the current low interest
rate with a possible related savings in debt service payments (approximately $2 million) and
approve the release of the Preliminary Official Statement relating to the issuance of bonds
to refund the 1992 Wastewater Bonds and Wastewater's portion of the 1993 Solid Waste and
Corporation Yard Bonds.
Employment Agreement - City Attorney
(A-050-050)
It is the recommendation of Mayor Kight that the City Council approve the Employment
Agreement with Brad L. Fuller to serve as City Attorney effective September 23, 2002; and
authorize the Mayor to execute said agreement.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended, with the exception of the item approved by separate vote as indicated
above. The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Cibula
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - Kight
Resolution Nos. 2002-128,2002-129,2002-130,2002-131,2002-132,2002-133, and 2002-
136 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
LETTER OF RESIGNATION - Jan Maurer-Watkins
(B-080-300)
Vice Mayor Cibula recommended acceptance of the letter of resignation received from J an
Maurer- Watkins terminating her tenure from the Planning Commission. He thanked her for
many years of service to the City and her service to the community in other capacities.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
accepting the resignation of Jan Maurer-Watkins from the Planning Commission effective
August 28, 2002. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
UPDATE MAJOR PROJECTS - Redding Police Department
(A-050-080 & P-150-150)
City Manager Warren explained that during the mid-1990's, Police Department personnel
visited Charleston, South Carolina to review programs developed to address issues being
experienced by police departments throughout the country including the Redding Police
Department. Subsequently, many ofthose programs were implemented in order to combat
crime and prevention programs such as neighborhood policing were adopted in a proactive
approach to improve relationships between the Police Department and residents. He pointed
out that statistics verify the success of these programs.
Police Chief Blankenship concurred that in the early 1990's crime was at an all-time high in
Redding. During that time, it was determined that cooperation between all departments
within the City and teamwork was necessary to significantly reduce the problem.
Police Captain Davidson provided a PowerPoint presentation depicting many problem areas
and explained that a four-year cleanup program was implemented to eliminate dilapidated
housing and transient "camps" as major contributors to crime. He identified Officer Kirk
Brenner and Community Service Officer Bob Brannon as being instrumental in the
successful cleanup effort which included weed abatement and trash removal. He stated that
the purpose of these endeavors was not just to beautify the City but make it easier to patrol
and police.
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Additionally, he noted that by 1994 there were 73 gangs and 400 gang members and a gang
task force was developed to provide surveillance, perform arrests, and harsh sentences were
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handed down for related crimes. Graffiti eradication and early intervention at schools with
focus on gang elements and institution of a dress code also helped reduce crime rates. He
explained that School Resource Officers and strict enforcement of truancy laws proved
successful and racism was targeted with a "no tolerance" policy.
Captain Davidson continued that a great many parolees were being released into the City at
that time and through Chief Blankenship's endeavors, the State created a more equitable
release policy and parolees are now tightly monitored. He pointed out that the final result
ofthis work is improved quality oflife, lower crime rates, and a City that is more attractive
in which to live and work.
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Chief Blankenship thanked Council Member McGeorge, liaison to the Police Department,
for his support and City Manager Warren who insisted on beautification and teamwork.
Council Member McGeorge expressed pride in the success of these programs, especially the
neighborhood police bicycle patrols which make officers accessible to residents.
No action was required on this informational item.
JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND REDDING REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
At the hour of7:40 p.m., Vice Mayor/Agency Chair Cibula convened the Special Meeting
of the Redding Redevelopment Agency for a joint meeting with the City Council.
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FUNDING AGREEMENT - Blue Shield of California re construction of public
improvements
(S-070-100)
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council and
Redding Redevelopment Agency (Agency) dated August 29,2002, stating that Blue Shield
of California (Blue Shield) is in the process of developing a customer service and claims
processing center near the intersection of Bechelli Lane and South Bonnyview Road (4700
Bechelli Lane). Blue Shield proposes development in two phases with Phase I encompassing
an 82,000::1: square foot office building which will accommodate approximately 450
employees. Phase II may be developed at a later date and would include an additional
100,000::1: square feet of office space, but would require a General Plan amendment.
Mr. Starman explained that development of the customer service center will trigger $1.4
million in required public improvements for the site relating primarily to Bechelli Lane and
will benefit the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project Area (CHC). He explained
the rationale for the proposed allocation of up to $832,000 by the Agency to assist Blue
Shield in completing the public improvements. Blue Shield will pay in excess of$500,000
in impact and building related fees and $232,000 of that amount are Traffic Impact fees, but
inasmuch as Bechelli Lane is not an eligible Traffic Impact fee area, fees paid by Blue Shield
cannot be used for its Bechelli Lane improvements. He continued that $600,000 is loosely
related to the Economic Development Incentive Program and through a City Policy,
dependent upon the location and type of business, it would be eligible for reimbursement up
to $1,500 per full-time job. Unfortunately, Blue Shield does not meet the City's Industrial
Development Incentive Policy criteria, even though it is contractually agreeing to create up
to 400 full-time and 50 part-time jobs. .
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Mr. Starman recommended that the Board of Directors of the Redding Redevelopment
Agency allocate up to $832,000 to assist Blue Shield to construct $1.4 million in public
improvements associated with its new customer service center. He also recommended that
the City Council and the Board approve in concept a funding agreement and direct staff to
develop said agreement incorporating "deal points" outlined in the Letter ofIntent submitted
by Blue Shield as follows:
1. Blue Shield to construct approximately 82,263 square foot building at 4700 Bechelli
Lane (Phase I).
2. Blue Shield to create and fill a minimum number of full-time and part-time
employment positions.
3. Blue Shield to design and construct required public improvements.
4. Analysis of Phase II necessary improvements to be performed when application is
made for Phase II.
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The Redevelopment Agency will reimburse Blue Shield up to $832,000 to defray
costs of required public improvements for Phase 1.
Blue Shield will use its best commercially reasonable efforts to utilize qualified local
contractors and suppliers.
The City will cooperate in good faith with Blue Shield to expedite the use permit
process and any other entitlement necessary for construction of the project.
The City and Agency must make certain necessary findings, and Blue Shield is not
prepared to construct the project without public financing support.
The City agrees to dedicate necessary resources to expeditiously process and issue
permits needed for the project.
Failure to employ and maintain employment in accordance with terms set forth shall
not be considered a default under the agreement, but provided Blue Shield fails to
employ the minimum number of full- and part-time employees for anyone year
period Blue Shield will be required to pay back funds provided by the Agency on a
pro rata basis.
It is understood that current zoning allows development of up to 145,000 gross
square feet of office space with a Use Permit and the agreement shall provide that the
building permit and impact fees for Phase II shall be at levels in place when Blue
Shield seeks to initiate a~ditional development.
The City will cooperate with Blue Shield in good faith to process any necessary
General Plan amendment and/or rezone to fully utilize its 11.8 acres parcel for the
project.
Blue Shield agrees to provide an easement to the City at the southwest comer of the
property for a gateway sign to be constructed by the City at a future date.
Provisions of the Agreement shall be covenants running with the land.
Public improvements would be subject to prevailing wages.
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City Manager Warren stated that this project which will create 450 jobs benefits the
community and is a combined effort of the City, the Economic Development Corporation and
Blue Shield.
Agency/Council Member Stegall questioned if it is an industry standard to require
reimbursement offunds should Blue Shield fail to provide the amount of required jobs. Mr.
Starman responded that payment would be made if the job standard set forth in the contract
was not met in any particular year, and if Blue Shield does not create a single job, the entire
amount would be reimbursed. He added that the Agency would not reimburse Blue Shield
until a Certificate of Occupancy is received and it opens for operations.
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Gig Codiga, Director of Workplace Strategies for Blue Shield, expressed enthusiasm with
the project and that it will be developed in the City of Redding. He thanked City stafffor its
hard work to bring the project forward and expressed confidence that the project will be
successful.
Carl Arness, Redding resident, expressed concern regarding the dollar amount of City staff's
participation in the project and whether the jobs would be offered to Redding residents or
filled by current Blue Shield employees from Red Bluff. He also questioned the benefits
which will be offered to the employees and what security will be required of Blue Shield for
the $832,000 allocation.
City Manager Warren reviewed standard procedures for proposed proj ects intending to locate
in the City. He stated that initially City staffreviews a proposed project and a proposal is
developed which is then brought to the City Council for consideration. He pointed out that
Blue Shield's proposal is only a "Letter ofIntent" at this time, and if approved in concept by
Council, an agreement will be brought back for consideration in the future. Mr. Warren
explained that in 1998, the Redevelopment Agency (Agency) allocated $3 million for future
development partnerships to provide infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, water, sewer,
etc. In this instance, an investment of$832,000 for offsite public improvements will provide
the City with a $12 million facility and jobs for City residents. He opined that the benefits
are obvious, i.e., salaries, employee benefits, and the building. He added that employee
benefits will include health, dental, and others that are standard to full-time employment, and
salaries will begin at just over $2,000 per month and increase to $3,000 over time. The
employees of this new facility will provide revenue in the form of spending in the City. He
pointed out that prevailing wages will be used for construction and security for Agency funds
will be provided when the final contract is brought for Council consideration.
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In response to Agency/Council Member Stegall, Mr. Starman indicated that $1.4 million
remains in the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Plan (Plan) fund. The Plan will expire
next year and another five-year plan will be developed at which time additional funding will
be allocated. He noted that the project will go before the Planning Commission on
September 10, 2002, for consideration of the Use Permit for Phase I of the project,
environmental documentation for the project, and the General Plan amendment necessary for
Phase II of the project.
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Chair/Vice Mayor Cibula asked staff to develop a policy incorporating procedures for future
developments. City Manager Warren suggested that such a policy include how partnership
monies are used and where they are invested.
Agency/Council Member McGeorge recalled there is a well-defined Economic Development
policy in place. Mr. Starman concurred but explained that it refers to specific industries such
as manufacturing, assembly, or storage, which excludes the type of work performed by Blue
Shield. He added that a ranking matrix to provide funding for businesses coming to the City
was also developed, however, it is not a policy. Agency/Council Member McGeorge recalled
that the matrix was used to award funds for some businesses and believed it should be made
policy.
Agency/Council Member Stegall expressed concern that those coming to live in Redding will
need a two-family income to afford housing because salaries do not address the ever
increasing costs of owning a home. Mr. Starman explained that the salary for seasoned
employees will be in the mid-$30,000 range, however, those newly hired will be paid at the
entry-level wage. Ms. Stegall also requested that a policy be developed providing guidelines
for partnerships in order to bring higher paying jobs to the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
directing staff to develop a Funding Agreement to be considered at a future meeting
incorporating "deal points" as set forth in the "Letter of Intent" from Blue Shield dated
August 30, 2002. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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At the hour of8:12 p.m., Vice Mayor/Agency Chair Cibula recessed the Special Meeting of
the Redding Redevelopment Agency.
ORDINANCE - Amending Redding Municipal Code Chapters 16.02 through 16.05, adopting
California Building Standards Code, and repealing Redding Municipal Code Chapter 16.16,
swimming pool barriers
(C-II0-200/C-IlO-250/C-II0-350/C-IlO-400/L-01O-500-050)
Development Services Director Hamilton provided an overview of the Report to City
Council dated August 23,2002, recalling that the California Building Standards Commission
updates and amends the California Building Standards Code (CBSC) every three years,
incorporating the 1997 Uniform Building Code, 2000 Uniform Plumbing Code, 2000
Uniform Mechanical Code, and 1999 National Electrical Code. State Health and Safety
Code Section 18938 mandates that the most recent edition of this code shall apply to all
occupancies throughout the State and become effective 180 days after publication of the
CBSC (November 1,2002). The proposed ordinance adopts and amends those changes for
Redding Municipal Code Chapters 16.02 and 16.05 and deletes Chapter 16.16 "Swimming
Pool Barriers."
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Mr. Hamilton explained that deletion of Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Chapter 16.16
"Swimming Pool Barriers" is necessary as the requirement for mesh size is smaller than State
regulation and the new zoning ordinance will replace existing requirements for swimming
pool barriers to conform with State law. He stated that previously it was necessary for new
pool owners to "special order" the proper size mesh required by the City in order to enclose .
their pools.
Mr. Hamilton recommended amending RMC Chapters 16.02 and 16.05 (Building Code
Adoption), and repealing Chapter 16.16 (Swimming Pool Barriers).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
approving the recommendations to amend Redding Municipal Code Chapter 16.02 through
16.05 (Building Code Adoption), adopt 2001 California Building Codes, and repeal Chapter
16.16 (Swimming Pool Barriers). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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Council Member Stegall offered Ordinance No. 2299 for first reading, an ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 16.02
through 16.05 (Building Code Adoption), and repealing Chapter 16.16 ( Swimming Pool
Barriers).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2299 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed
to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
Ordinance No. 2299 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
WEST SIDE FIRE SERVICES
(P-150-070)
City Manager Warren recalled that at the regular City Council meeting of March 19,2002,
the Public Safety Plan (Plan) was approved providing a method for financing construction
and staffing of new Fire Station No.8 in the northeast area ofthe City. The Plan proposed
relocation of Fire Station No. 3 equipment and staff to Fire Station No. 8 upon its
completion. The City Council also directed staff to continue to research methods to update
and modernize City fire stations and provide swift response to fire and medical incidents,
thus staff has developed a new proposal. He introduced Fire Chief Gunsauls who provided
further information.
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Fire Chief Gunsauls highlighted the Report to City Council dated August 29, 2002, stating
that a developer approached the City and the Redding Redevelopment Agency (Agency) to
acquire City-owned parcels currently occupied by Fire Station Nos. 2 and 3. Because of the
age of the stations and inherent inadequacies, a concept to declare Fire Station Nos. 2 and
3 as surplus properties has been developed which includes selling those properties and
utilizing the proceeds to construct a new state-of-the-art fire station on Buenaventura
Boulevard near Starlight Boulevard, combining staff and equipment from Station Nos. 2 and
3. He emphasized that it is staffs goal to build a new station as quickly as possible to
minimize the impact of two fire companies sharing one fire station. He explained that the
two objectives in formulating a plan were: 1) an appropriate mix of staffing and fire stations
to effect a 5 minute or less response to fire incidents; and 2) adequate personnel to meet
fireflow and medical response requirements as set forth in the U.S. Fire Administration
Standards for approximately 80% of the City.
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Chief Gunsauls expressed concern that the proposed development of the area adjacent to
Station No.3 would make ingress and egress very difficult, ifnot prohibitive, unless the fire
station is reconfigured. He pointed out that the new proposed fire station would be located
approximately 1 mile from existing Fire Station No.2 and 1-1/2 miles from Fire Station No.
3 and believed that response times would not be significantly impacted.
Chief Gunsauls recommended that Station No.3 be declared surplus property, that staffbe
directed to continue its efforts to sell Station Nos. 2 and 3 for the purpose of raising funds
for construction of a new west Redding Fire Station, and prepare an implementation schedule
and cost estimates.
In response to Council Member Cibula, Chief Gunsauls advised that a new modem station
would better serve the public and provide safer conditions for firefighters than the current
arrangement because, the building will be more efficient and designed to accommodate
significantly more personnel.
Steve Flader, President of the Redding Professional Firefighters Association, asserted that
the focus of the Fire Department should be adding fire stations and staff, not closing existing
stations. He believed additional personnel should be hired to provide 3-man engines
throughoutthe City. He opined that although the proposed plan was adequate considering
available financial parameters, it did not consider increased response time of three to eight
minutes to the Highway 273 corridor, increased response times to some residents of south
Redding, delays in response because of trains in the area, time delays for additional
responding engine companies to south Redding, and the possibility of multiple alarms.
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Mr. Flader recalled that when the intersection at Station No.3 was redesigned, the
Redevelopment Agency paid to move businesses and residents from the area but did not
consider relocating Station No.3. In his opinion, the City should not sell the property
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because it will result in a lower level of service to the citizens of south Redding. He recalled
that at the City Council meeting of March 19, 2002, the citizens of the area were told that
Station No.3 would remain open if possible. He feared that relocating staff from station to
station during construction of new stations will eventually leave the new fire station on
Buenaventura Boulevard understaffed.
Council Member Cibula clarified his understanding that the primary objection of firefighters
to the proposed plan was concern about closing Station No.3 prior to completion of the new
fire station.
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In response to Council Member Stegall, Mr. Flader stated response times will increase to
areas of Fire Station No.3 and the southeast end of the district. He purported that response
times were a trade off, in that some areas of Fire Station No.2 would have longer response
times and some areas of Fire Station No. 3 would have a longer response once the new
station was constructed and manned. Fire Chief Gunsauls concurred. Administrative
Services Director Bachman explained that any time a fire station is moved, there will be
shorter response times to some residents and longer response times to others; however, the
Country Heights area which has the majority of the population in the district, will receive a
shorter response time.
Rich Bates, Redding firefighter, asked for clarification regarding the loss of access for Fire
Station No.3. Mr. Bachman responded that ingress and egress would be impacted if
development were allowed to proceed adjacent to Fire Station No.3, but any proposal that
would result in loss of ingress or egress of a fire station would not be considered.
Council Members Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and McGeorge supported the opportunity to enhance
fire safety and increase capacity with a new state-of-the-art fire station.
Council Member Pohlmeyer also favored including a fire training center at the new station
and integrating public use of the grounds in some capacity.
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Council Member Cibula stated that the new station is still "dependent upon construction costs
and timelines before a final decision will be made. He expressed support for more 3-man
engines and requested more information regarding response times.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member
Pohlmeyer, declaring Fire Station No.3 located at 3491 Placer Street as surplus property;
directing staff to continue efforts to sell Fire Station Nos. 2 and 3 and utilize proceeds to
construct a new state-of-the-art fire station at Buenaventura and Starlight Boulevards,
combining staff and equipment of Fire Station Nos. 2 and 3, maintaining Fire Station Nos.
2 and 3 in operation, to the extent possible, pending completion of the new fire station, and
directing staff to prepare an implementation schedule and cost estimates.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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RESOLUTION OF INTENTION - Approving an amendment to the contract with the
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for local fire members; and
ORDINANCE - Amending the contract with CalPERS for local safety
(P-100-230 & P-l 00-050-050)
Administrative Services Director Bachman provided an overview of the Report to City
Council dated August 22, 2002, recalling that the City Council approved the Memorandum
of Understanding with Local 1934 of the International Association of Firefighters on June
21,2002 with a provision for the enhanced 3% @ 50 retirement plan to become effective
December 8, 2002.
Mr. Bachman recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolution ofIntent to approve
an amendment to the contract between the Board of Administration ofthe California Public
Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and the City Council. He also recommended
adoption of the ordinance authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City
Council and the Board of Administration of CalPERS.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
adopting Resolution No. 2002-134, a resolution of intention of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving an amendment to the contract between Board of Administration ofthe
California Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council of the City of
Redding to provide Section 21362.2 (3% @ 50 Full Formula) for local fire members only,
effective December 8, 2002. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Cibula
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - Kight
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
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.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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Council Member McGeorge offered Ordinance No. 2300 for first reading, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing an amendment to the contract between
the City Council and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees'
Retirement System.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2300 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed
to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
Ordinance No. 2300 and Resolution No. 2002-134 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk
RESOLUTION - Appropriating funds for Cypress Avenue from Athens A venue to South
Market Street; and
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT - Pacific Bell and Charter Cable
(B-130-070/S-070-1 00-072/ A-070-300)
Assistant City Manager Perry reported that costs for the Cypress A venue Widening Project
total $2,691,820. Initial costs for undergrounding utilities ($60,900) will be paid by the City,
but Pacific Bell and Charter Cable have agreed to reimburse the City once it is complete.
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Mr. Perry recommended that a resolution be adopted appropriating $60,900 for
undergrounding utilities for the Cypress Avenue Street Widening Project from Athens Road
to South Market Street; and that staffbe directed to finalize reimbursement agreements with
Pacific Bell and Charter Cable.
Carl Arness, Redding resident, inquired as to the total cost of the project and if that total
includes work by City staff on Cypress Avenue from Market Street to Hartnell Avenue.
Mr. Perry stated that total costs for the project are $2,691,820 of which $60,900 will be
reimbursed by Pacific Bell and Charter Cable, and the cost of work performed by staff is
included in that total. He further explained that the project is divided into four parts: 1) the
traffic signal in front of the Civic Center which is complete; 2) widening of Cypress Avenue
from Athens to Market Street; 3) the Cypress Bridge and ramp approach; and 4) signal
modifications at Athens/Cypress A venues and Hartnell/Cypress Avenues.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
adopting Resolution No. 2002-135, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding
approving and adopting the 62nd amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2001-104
appropriating $60,900 for the Cypress Avenue road work from Athens Avenue to South
Market Street for fiscal year 2002-03; and directing staff to finalize reimbursement
agreements with Pacific Bell and Charter Cable after recordation of bids. The Vote:
A YES: Council Members - McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Cibula
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - Kight
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Resolution No. 2002-135 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
A-050-060
On behalf of the Enterprise Lions Club "Raise the Flag" project, Fran Jenkins extended an
invitation for all to attend the dedication of the flag on September 11, 2002, at 10:00 a.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9: I 0 p.m., Vice Mayor Cibula declared the
meeting adjourned.
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ATTEST:
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