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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress A venue
Redding, California
July 17, 2012 6:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Eddie McAllister.
The Invocation was offered by the Reverend James Wilson, Pray North State.
PRESENT A nONS
2A. Presentation of Mayor' s Proclamations to Stephen Gaines and Robert Warren - for their
exemplary efforts to promote tourism in the City of Redding
[A-050-060-600/ A-050-11 0]
On behalf of the City Council and staff, Mayor Dickerson presented Mayoral
Proclamations to Stephen Gaines and Robert Warren in recognition of their many years
of service to the tourism industry and the City of Redding.
28. Presentation by Raley's and Sprite's representatives of First Place $10.000 award for I
Raley's/Sprite Spark Parks Proiect Contest - Basketball Court at Caldwell Park
[G-100]
On behalf of the City of Redding, Vice Mayor Bosetti accepted the $10,000 award for
the first place finish in the Raley's/Sprite Spark Parks Project Contest presented by Dena
Englehardt of Coca Cola/Sprite to be utilized for the rehabilitation ofthe basketball court
at Caldwell Park.
PUBLIC COMMENT
[P-150-150]
Eddie McAllister promoted the Martin Luther King Neighborhood, the Neighborhood Watch
Dog Program, and the positive achievements which have been made in the Neighborhood.
[P-150-150]
Tabitha Hamman related that the Lawrence/LeBrun area has been working with the Police
Department to establish a Neighborhood Watch Program. .
[A-050-060/P-100-230]
George Clarke cited concerns with the costs associated with the City's health program.
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: Regular Meeting ofJune 19, 2012.
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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. 24, for the period of June 15,2012, through June 28, 2012, for a
total of $11,626,806.49, for check numbers 903296 through 903676, inclusive, ACH
Transfer numbers 9006 through 9064, inclusive, and Wire Transfer numbers 4027
through 4083, inclusive; Accounts Payable Register No.1, for lhe period of July 2, 2012,
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through July 12, 2012, for a total of $4,639,534.24, for check numbers 903677 through
904062, inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 9065 through 9097, inclusive, and Wire
Transfer numbers 4084 through 4108, inclusive; Payroll Register No. 25, for the period
May 27, 2012, through June 9, 2012, in the amount of $2,549,057.78, for electronic
deposit transaction numbers 325890 through 326799, inclusive, and check numbers
551547 through 551617, inclusive; and Payroll Register No. 26, for the period
June 10, 2012, through June 23, 2012, in the amount of $2,717,026.30, for electronic
deposit transaction numbers 326800 through 327711, inclusive, and check numbers
551618 through 551727, inclusive. SUMMARY TOTAL: $21,532,424.81
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4.(c). Treasurer's Report - May 2012
[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 May 2012.
Total Treasurer's Accountability $148,853,356.86
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, Assets Held by City of Redding as
Successor to Redding Redevelopment Agency,
and Funds of Related Entities $198,916,144.31
4.(d). ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation - May 2012
[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 May 2012.
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4.(e). Ordinance - Singly-Family-Home Fire Sprinkler Systems
[W -030-400-020]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council adopt
Ordinance No. 2484, an ordinance of the City Council ofthe City of Redding amending
Title 16 (Buildings and Construction) Chapter 16.20 (Development Impact Fees) by
adding Section 16.20.080C.1.b to the City of Redding Municipal Code regarding
exceptions to the assessment of household equivalents for single-family residential
homes fire sprinkler systems.
4.(f). Ordinance - Amending Regulations for Commercial Solicitors/Peddlers in Residential
Neighborhoods
[L-070-600]
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that the City Council adopt Ordinance No.
2485, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding repealing Title 6
(Business Tax, License and Regulation), Chapter 6.22 (Peddlers, Solicitors and Itinerant
Vendors) and adding a new Chapter 6.22 (Soliciting) and new Sections 6.22.010 through
6.22.050, all relating to regulation of solicitors.
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4.5(a). Redding Electric Utility (REU) Monthly Financial Report - May 2012
[B-130-070]
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City Council accept the
REU's Monthly Financial Report for May 2012. Billed retail revenue through May was
$4,088,016 (4.1 %) below projections for the II-month period and total wholesale sales
were $14,606,130 (49.6%) above projections. Overall, operating revenue through May
came in $11,010,483 (8.4%) above plan. The combined costs for generation, purchases
from the Western Area Power Administration, contracts, and the spot market were
$8,675,275 (9.7%) above budget projections through May 2012. Total operating
expenses through May were $4,625,914 (16.8%) below budget. REU's net operating
results for the first 11 months of the fiscalyear are positive and are $6,961,122 better
than budget projections. Debt service expense to-date total $12,699,647. Capital
expenditures through May were $2,340,772 for revenue-funded projects and $2,307,359
for bond-funded projects. REU's unrestricted cash balance at the end of May was $35.1
million.
4.9(a). Resolution - National Night Out in the City of Redding
[A-050-060-600/P-150-150]
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that the City Council adopt Resolution
No. 2012-057, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding supporting crime
and drug prevention efforts in Redding, and proclaiming Tuesday, August 7, 2012, as
National Night Out in the City of Redding.
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4.10(a).General Fund Monthly Financial Report - May 2012
[B-130-070]
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the City Council accept the City's
General Fund Monthly Financial Report for May 2012. Total revenue to-date is $54.9
million, or $685,818 (1.2%) above staff s cash flow projection. Expenditures at month-
end, excluding encumbrances, total $56,551,108, or $5,050,126 (8.2%) below staffs
projection. Encumbrances at month-end total $1,054,397.
4.11(a).Resolution - Summarily Vacating Portion of Public- Service Easement (A-2012-00275)-
980 Alturas Road (Cinemark USA, Inc.) I
[A-OI0-040]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 2012-058, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
summarily vacating a portion of a public-service easement dedicated to the City of
Redding in the 1996 Easement Document, recorded as document number 1996-0007692,
Shasta County Records, 980 Old Alturas Road (Cinemark USA, Inc.); A-2012-00275.
4.11(b).Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 4457 (Job No. 2988), Cypress Avenue and
Leila A venue Utility Improvement Project
[B-050-020]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council accept the
subject construction contract for the Cypress Avenue and Leila A venue Utility
Improvement Project, Bid Schedule No. 4457 (Job No. 2988), performed by Iron
Mountain General Engineering, Inc., as satisfactorily complete and authorize the City.
Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the Shasta County Recorder. Final Cost was
$141,880.
4.11 (c ).Resolution - Amending the Urban Water Management Plan
[W -030/S-050-430]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 2012-059, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding to I
amend the Urban Water Management Plan as required by the State of California
Department of Water Resources pursuant to Assembly Bill 797, the "Urban Water
Management Planning Act", amending Division 6, Part 2.6, of the California Water
Code.
4.11(d).Resolution - Amending the Federal Water Management Plan
[W -030-070/F -200-200-050]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 2012-060, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding to
amend the Federal Water Management Plan as required by the United States Bureau of
Reclamation and pursuant to Section 210 of the Reclamation Reform Act of 1982.
4.11 (e ).Resolution - Accepting Streets and Improvements for Highland Park Subdivision (S-18-
05) , Unit 2 - S & J Development, Inc.
[S-l 01-1 02/S-070-230]
It is the recommendation ofthe Public Works Director that the City Council accept the
improvements in the Highland Park Subdivision (S-18-05), Unit 2, located north of
Mission De Oro Drive and west of Bodenhamer Boulevard, as satisfactorily completed
by S & J Development, Inc.; adopt Resolution No. 2012-061, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation the streets in
Highland Park Subdivision S-18-05, Unit 2; and instruct the City Clerk to return the
securities to the developer.
4.11(f).Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Proiect Funding Applications (2) -
Cypress Avenue and Chum Creek Road improvements
[G-1 00-070/S-070-1 00]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council authorize
submittal oftwo project applications for federal grant funds from the HSIP Program for
pedestrian crossing improvements on Cypress Avenue near Beverly Avenue ($425,000)
and shoulder widening on the east and west sides of Chum Creek Road for a six-foot-
wide shoulderlbike lane between Bodenhamer Lane and Boulder Creek ($675,000).
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4.11(g).Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4476 (Job No. 2318), North Market Force Main
Extension and Auditorium Drive Lift Station Replacement
[B-050-0201W -020-560]
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City Council: (1) award
Bid Schedule No. 4476 (Job No. 2318), for conveyance of peak sewer flows within the
system and a new package lift station with additional capacity to accommodate future
growth, to Koch & Koch, Inc., in the amount of $772,812; (2) approve an additional
$125,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees; and (3) approve
$78,000 to provide construction contingency funding, for a total of$975,812.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council
Member Jones, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and
adopted as recommended. .
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
OrdinaQ.ce Nos. 2484 and 2485 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Resolution Nos. 2012-057 through 2012-061 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARINGS. PETITIONS. AND PROTESTS
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6.1. Public Hearing - Landscape Maintenance Districts A, B, and C; and
Resolution - Confirming Maps and Levying Assessments for Fiscal Year 2012-13
[A-170-075-050, -051, -052]
Public Works Director Crane highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
July 5, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council
hold a public hearing to determine what level of protest there may be to the levying of
the proposed annual assessments in the Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMD) A, B,
and C. He further recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution confirming the
maps of the assessment districts as contained in the Engineer's Reports for the LMD's
A, B, and C, and confirming the annual assessments and ordering the levy amounts for
fiscal year 2012-13 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, commencing
with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code.
The hour of 6:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dickerson opened the public hearing to
. consider the proposed assessments.
The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Mayor Dickerson determined that no one present wished to address this matter and
closed the public hearing.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-062, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding: (1) confirming the maps of the assessment districts contained in the
Engineer's Reports on file with the City Clerk; and (2) confirming the annual
assessments and ordering the levy amounts for fiscal year 2012-13 pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets
and Highways Code; all relating to the Landscape MaIntenance Districts A, B, and C.
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members:
Council Members:
Council Members:
Council Members:
Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan & Dickerson
None
None
None
Resolution No. 2012-062 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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6.2. Public Hearing - Landscape Maintenance Districts D, E, F, G, H, H-1, J, K, L, M, N, 0,
P, Q, R, S, T, D, V, W, 0.1-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05-06, 06-06, 07-06, 08-06, 09-06,
11-06,01-07,02-07,02-09,03-09,01-11,02-11, and 03-11; and
Resolution - Confirming Maps and Levying Assessments for Fiscal Year 2012-13
[A-170-075-053,-054,-055,-056,-057,-059,-060,-061,-062,-063,-064,-065,-066,
-067,-068,-069,-070,-071,-072,-073,-074,-075,-076,-077,-078,-079,-080,-081,
-083 -084 -085 -088 -089 -090 -091 and -092]
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Mayor Dickerson disclosed ownership of property in one of the landscape maintenance
districts. However, based on advice from legal counsel, he is not prohibited from I
discussion and voting on the matter.
Public Works Director Crane highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
July 5, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council
hold a public hearing to determine what level of protest there may be to the levying of
the proposed annual assessments in the Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMD) D, E,
F, G, H, H-l, J, K, L, M, N, 0, P, Q, R, S, T, D, V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05-
06,06-06,07-06,08-06,09-06, 11-06, 01-07,02-07,02-09, 03-09, 01-11,02-11,and03-
11. He further recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution confirming the
maps of the assessment districts as contained in the Engineer's Reports for the LMD's
D, E, F, G, H, H-1, J, K, L, M, N, 0, P, Q, R, S, T, D, V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06,
05-06,06-06,07-06,08-06,09-06, 11-06, 01-07,02-07,02-09, 03-09,01-11,02-11, and
03-11, and confirming the annual assessments and ordering the levy amounts for fiscal
year 2012-13 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, commencing with
Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code.
The hour of 6:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dickerson opened the public hearing to
consider the proposed assessments.
The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
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Mayor Dickerson determined that no one present wished to address this matter and
closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Sullivan, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-063, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding: (1) confirming the maps of the assessment districts contained in the
Engineer's Reports on file with the City Clerk; and (2) confirming the annual
assessments and ordering the levy amounts for fiscal year 2012-13 pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets
and Highways Code; all relating to the Landscape Maintenance Districts D, E, F, G, H,
H-l, J, K, L, M, N, 0, P, Q, R, S, T, D, V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05-06, 06-06,
07-06,08-06,09-06, 11-06,01-07,02-07,02-09,03-09,01-11,02-11, and 03-11.
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. 2012-063 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
6.3. Public Hearing - Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District 01-07, Hope Lane Subdivision; I
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Resolution - Confirming Maps and Levying of Assessments for FY 2012-13
[A-170-080-001]
Public Works Director Crane highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
July 5,2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council
hold a public hearing to determine what level of protest there may be to the setting of the
annual assessment and levy amounts to maintain the lift station in the Sanitary Sewer
Maintenance District (SSMD) 01-07, Hope Lane Subdivision. He further recommended
that the City Council adopt a resolution confirming the map of the assessment district
as contained in the Engineer's Report for the SSMD 01-07, Hope Lane Subdivision, and
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confirming the annual assessment and ordering the levy amount for fiscal year 2012-13
pursuant to the Improvement Act of 1911, Chapter 26, Maintenance Districts, Streets and
Highways Code Section 5820, et seq.
The hour of 6:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dickerson opened the public hearing to
consider the proposed assessment.
The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
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Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Mayor Dickerson determined that no one present wished to address this matter and
closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-064, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding: (1) confirming the map of the assessment district contained in the
Engineer's Report on file with the City Clerk; and (2) confirming the annual assessment
and ordering the levy amount for fiscal year 2012-13 pursuant to the improvement Act
of 1911, Chapter 26, Maintenance Districts, Streets and Highways Code Section 5820,
et seq.
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. 2012-064 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk's Office.
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6.4. Public Hearing - Abandonment Application A-3-11 by Lithia Motors;
Resolution - Vacation of East Cypress A venue Frontage Road - portion of Assessor's
Parcel Number 107-360-002 (A-3-11); and
Resolution - Sale of Property to Lithia Real Estate, Inc. and Authorizing Purchase and
Sale Agreement
[A-010-100/C-070-200]
Development Services Director Nagel provided an overview of the Report to City
Council (staff report) dated July 9, 2012, incorporated herein by reference, and
recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing regarding Abandonment
Application A-3-11 by Lithia Motors and adopt a resolution pursuant to California
Streets and Highway Code Sections 8320 et seq. to permanently close that section of
Hemsted Drive (East Cypress Avenue frontage road) as a public street (APN 107-360-
002). He further recommended that the City Council find that the sale of said property
to Lithia Real Estate, Inc. (Lithia) is for the common benefit and adopt a resolution
approving the sale of the property to Lithia and authorizing the Mayor to execute the
Purchase and Sale Agreement.
The hour of 6:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dickerson opened the public hearing to
consider the proposed abandonment and sale of property.
The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
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Mayor Dickerson determined that no one present wished to address this matter and
closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member
Sullivan, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-065, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City
of Redding ordering the vacation of that section of Hemsted Drive and East Cypress
Avenue commonly described as East Cypress Avenue Frontage Road - portion' of
Assessor Parcel Number 107-360-002 (Abando,nment Application A-3-11).
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member
McArthur, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-066, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving the sale of real property to Lithia Real Estate, Inc. and
authorizing the Mayor to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Lithia for the
purchase of the frontage road (portion of APN 107-360-002) from the City of Redding
to Lithia in the amount of $280,000.
The Vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Noes: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None I
Absent: Council Members: None
Resolution Nos. 2012-065 and 2012-066 are on file-in the Office of the City Clerk.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS.
BOARDS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9A. Potential Tax Sharing Agreement - City of Anderson, the City of Shasta Lake, and the
County of Shasta pertaining to the Oasis Road Specific Plan Area
[T-010/G-030-110]
City Manager Starman highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report) dated
June 22, 2012, incorporated herein by reference. He explained that the City of
Anderson, the City of Redding, the City of Shasta Lake, and the County of Shasta are
currently discussing the possibility of developing a comprehensive tax sharing agreement
and that per the City Council's direction, Mayor Dickerson, Vice Mayor Rick Bosetti,
and City Manager Starman are representing the City of Redding.
Mr. Starman recalled that at its regular meeting on June 19,2012, a majority of the City
Council Members expressed interest in discussing a more specific tax sharing concept.
pertaining to the Oasis Road Specific Plan area introduced by Council Member Jones.
He relayed Council Member Jones's proposal that the City of Anderson, the City of I
Shasta Lake, and the County of Shasta would be provided an opportunity to finance the
public infrastructure needed to facilitate new development in the Oasis Road Specific
Plan area. These jurisdictions would then receive a portion of the new tax revenue that
would be generated in the Oasis Road Specific Plan area as new development occurs.
Council Member Jones stressed the importance of creating growth and developing a tax
sharing agreement which focuses specifically on the Oasis Road Specific Plan area. He
acknowledged that there were a lot of details to be worked out, but opined that it was the
perfect area to focus on as it allowed the County and the three cities to generate revenue,
while at the same time controlling growth to areas which had the necessary
infrastructure. He requested the City Council's authorization for the Mayor and Vice
Mayor to present the concept for consideration at the next Comprehensive Tax Sharing
meeting.
The following individuals spoke in favor of Council Member Jones' proposal of
developing tax sharing agreements which focused on specific areas: Rod Evans, Randy
Carter, Brian Burk, Mary Machado, and Ron Reece.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council
Member Bosetti, to direct the Mayor and Vice Mayor to discuss the concept of a
potential tax sharing and infrastructure financing agreement specific to the Oasis Road
Specific Plan area at the next Comprehensive Tax Sharing meeting with the City of I
Anderson, the City of Shasta Lake, and the County of Shasta.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
9.5(b). Electric Utility Industry State and Federal Mandates - Update
[E-090]
Electric Utility Director Tippin provided a PowerPoint presentation, incorporated herein
by reference, highlighting many of the State and Federal mandates driving the cost of
electricity for the electric utility industry.
Informational item only.
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9.6(a). First Amendment to Lease Agreement - Providence International
[C-070-l00]
City Manager Starman summarized the Report to Council (staff report) dated July 5,
2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council approve
the First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Providence International (C-560l) to
extend the terms of the lease from three to six years to facilitate the planting of multi-
year crops" and to forego the $300 rental charge for the first year while the site
improvements are undertaken on approximately 11 acres of City-owned property along
Riverland Drive.
Council Member McArthur expressed concern with the length of the lease.
Robert Hancock, Providence International President, stated that the organization has a
good working relationship with the City and would be cooperative should the City find
a need for the property prior to the lease's expiration. He related that the extension ofthe
lease allows them to recoup their start-up costs and facilitate the planting of multi-year
crops, i.e., strawberries and blueberries.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council
Member Sullivan, to approve the First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Providence
International (C-560l) to extend the terms of the lease to June 30, 2017, to facilitate the
planting of multi-year crops, and to forego the $300 rental charge for the first year while
the site improvements are undertaken on approximately I 1 acres of City-owned property
along Riverland Drive. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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9.l5(a).Resolution - Notice of Intention to Amend Contract with the Board of Administration
of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) regarding public
safety employees; and
Ordinance - Authorizing Amendment to Said Contract
[P-l 00-230/P-l 00-050]
Personnel Director DeMaagd summarized the Report to City Council ( staff report) dated
July 6,2012, incorporated herein by reference, and recommended that the City Council
adopt a resolution and introduce an ordinance for first reading by title only, in order to
begin the process to provide the CalPERS three percent at age 55 retirement benefit
formula to local public safety employees hired after September 8, 2012, as set forth in
the Memorandums of Understanding with the Redding Peace Officers Association,
Redding Police Managers' Association, International Association of Fire Fighters, and
the Employment and Benefit Policies for Unrepresented Employees.
George Clarke encouraged the City Council to place a pension reform measure on the
November 6,2012, ballot.
City Manager Starman expressed appreciation to the various police and fire
organizations for their cooperation with regard to this change in benefits.
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MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member
Sullivan, to adopt Resolution No. 2012-067, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City
of Redding to approve an amendment to the contract with the Board of Administration
(Board) of the CalPERS; and introduce for first reading by title only Ordinance 2486,
an uncodified 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
CaIPERS' Board; all to begin the process of providing the CalPERS three percent at age
55 retirement benefit formula to local public safety employees hired after
September 8, 2012.
The Vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstain:
Absent:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, Sullivan, and Dickerson
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
City Attorney Duvernay read the full title of Ordinance No. 2486.
Resolution No. 2012-067 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
[P-150-150]
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member McArthur, seconded by Council Member
Bosetti, to direct staff to schedule a workshop to discuss the impact on the community of the
passage of Assembly Bill 109 relative to public safety, i.e., lack of facilities to handle
incarceration.
The Vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, McArthur, and Dickerson
Noes: Council Members: Sullivan
Abstain: Council Members: None. I
Absent: Council Members: None
[S-010/S-050] .
Council Member McArthur encouraged City Council Members to attend an upcoming meeting
discussing the utilization of water in the north state and citizens to write letters to the California
Administrative Office of the Courts supporting the new courthouse in Shasta County.
CLOSED SESSION
At the hour of8: 18 p.m., Mayor Dickerson announced that the Council would adjourn to Closed
Session. Council Member McArthur did not attend the closed session.
. At the hour of 8:42 p.m., Mayor Dickerson reconvened the Regular Meeting to Open Session
and reported that in reference to:
12A. Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(A):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant
exposure to litigation
One (1) case
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The Council took no reportable action.
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12B. Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(E):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
The City Council will discuss with its attorney a threat of litigation from a developer
regarding the Oasis Towne Center project.
Documentation of the threat is available for public inspection in the Office of the City
Clerk pursuant to Section 54957.5
[L-lOO]
The Council took no reportable action.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business'- Mayor Dickerson declared the meeting adjourned at the hour
of8:43 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Dick Dickerson, Mayor
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ATTEST:
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Pamela Mize, City CI rk
07/17/2012