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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 2006-05-16 109 City Council, Regular Meeting Civic Center Council Chambers 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California May 16,2006 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Interim Assistant City Manager Bachman. The Invocation was.offered by Police Chaplain Betty Harrison-Smith. I The meeting was called to order by Mayor Murray with the following Council Members present: Dickerson, Mathena, Pohlmeyer and Stegall. Also present were City Manager Starman, Interim Assistant City Manager Bachman, City Attorney Duvernay, Development Services Director Hamilton, Community Services Director Niemer, Assistant City Clerk Sherman, and Executive Assistant Stribley. PRESENT AnON - Alice Porembski for work on the "Art in Public Places" Program (A-050-060-600) Mayor Murray advised that Alice Porembski played an instrumental role in formation of the "Art in Public Places" Committee, was appointed as a charter member, and has served since 1995. He presented Ms. Porembski with a City of Redding Clock in appreciation for her servIce. MOTION: Made by Council Member Mathena, seconded by Council Member Stegall, thanking Alice Porembski for her service on the "Art in Public Places" Program. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes I Ms. Porembski spoke to the importance and value of art and culture to a growing community. She thanked the City for the opportunity to playa role in the Art in Public Places Program for the enjoyment of the entire community. FUND RAISING - Fantasy Fountain at Enterprise Park (P-050-145) Catie Barr, Redding student, recalled that on November 1,2005, as part of her senior project, she requested that the City match her fund-raising efforts to provide a security system at the Enterprise Park Fantasy Fountain area to dissuade vandalism. At that time, she believed she projected that an additional $10,000 would be needed from the City, but reported that her fund-raising efforts garnered $20,000 for the security system with installation to begin in the next few weeks. She stated that the additional $10,000 from the City would bring the total to $30,000 and provide a reserve amount for additional expenses and/or operational and maintenance reserves. Ms. Barr thanked the City Council for its assistance in her project. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of minutes: Regular Meeting of May 2, 2006, and Special Meetings of April 28, 2006, May 2, 2006, and May 8, 2006 I Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 21, check numbers 840247 through 840704 inclusive, in the amount of $4,878,504.06, for the period of May 1,2006, through May 12,2006; and Payroll Register No. 23 electronic deposit transaction numbers 184597 through 185369 and check numbers 530077 through 530343 inclusive, in the amount of $2,259,591.53, for the period of April 23, 2006, through May 6, 2006, be approved. TOTAL: $7,138,095.59 Status Report - Sports Complex Soccer Park (P-050-690 & P-050-600-200) It is the recommendation of the Management Assistant to the City Manager that the City Council accept the report regarding the Sports Complex Soccer Park for April 2006. 5/16/2006 110 Second Amendment to Professional Services Agreement - Jones & Stokes (L-01O-075 & L-01O-390) It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute the Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Jones & Stokes for preparation of the Wal-Mart expansion project Environmental Impact Report for Use Permit UP-8-04 extending the term ofthe Agreement to October 1, 20q6, to ensure completion and representation at upcoming public hearings. Permitting Process - for construction of Unit #6 at the Redding Power Plant (E-120-150-676) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City Council authorize the Electric Utility Director to seek the necessary permits to construct Redding Power Plant Combined Cycle Generation Unit #6 in the approximate amount of $150,000. I Quarterly Report - Turtle Bay Exploration Park (C-070-250-250) It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council accept the Quarterly Report from the Turtle Bay Exploration Park for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2006. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3904, Chum Creek Road Sidewalk and Retaining Wall (B-050-020 & S-070-285) It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule No. 3904 (Job No. 2148), Chum Creek Road Sidewa,lk and Retaining Wall (from browning Street to Old Alturas Road) be awarded to Bobby Martin Construction, Inc., in the amount of $149,461, that an ~dditional $18,000 be approved for administration and inspection fees, and an additional $15,000 be approved for a construction contingency fund, for a total amount of $182,461. . Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 3414, Phase 1 Parallel Westside Interceptor Project (B-050-020 & W-020-61O) It is the reco~mendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule No. 3414 (Job No. 2076), Phase 1 Parallel Wests ide Interceptor Project awarded to Giles Excavating and Paving of Anderson through the Hartford Accident and Insurance Company as a result of the d~fault by original bidder Kenko Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion with the Shasta County Recorder. I Award Request for Proposals - Request for Proposals No. 3910, Consultant Services for the Parallel Boulder Creek Interceptor Sewer Project; and Agreement - Kimley-Hom and Associates, Inc. for same (B-050-100 & W -020-610) It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Request for Proposals No. 3910, Consultant Services for the Parallel Boulder Creek Interceptor Sewer Project (Project) be awarded to Kimley-Hom and Associates, Inc. in an amount not-to- exceed $875,000 and a contingency fund of $125,000 be approved. It is further recommended that staff be directed to negotiate the Consultant Services Agreement with Kimley-Hom and Associates to provide project management, preliminary and final design, environmental compliance, rights-of-way acquisition, and technical assistance for Project in the amount stated above, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the Agreement for same. Resolution - Declaring intention to order formation, levy assessments, and set a public hearing for July 5, 2006, Landscape Maintenance District "N" (A-170-075-063) It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Resolution No. 2006-73 be adopted, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding, confirming the maps of the assessment district, approving the Engineer's Report, declaring its intention to order formation of Landscape Maintenance District "N" (LMD "N") located along Shasta View Drive adjacent to The Villages at Shasta View Gardens in the amount of $48.68 for each developable lot, and order the levy and collection of assessments in LMD "N" for fiscal year 2006-07 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972; and setting a public hearing to consider same for July 5, 2006. I 5/16/2006 111 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Stegall, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as follows: The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Dickerson, Pohlmeyer, Mathena, Stegall, and Murray Council Members - None Council Members - None Council Members - None , Resolution No. 2006-73 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. I PUBLIC HEARING - Adding Planning Processing Fees-Recreational Vehicle Parking RESOLUTION - Amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges (F-205-600) The hour of 7 :00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Murray opened the public hearing to consider amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges adding Planning Processing Fees relative to recreational vehicle parking. The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Assistant City Clerk Sherman advised that no protests were received. I Development Services Director Hamilton recalled that on April 4, 2006, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2362 amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Chapter 18.11 relating to storage of recreational vehicles. He stated that at that time, staff was directed to return with recommendations for a recreational vehicle parking exception fee and a parking exception renewal fee to permit storage of recreational vehicles in front yards under certain criteria as set forth in the ordinance. He related that the amendment to the City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges will include the proposed fees as follows: $430 Recreational Vehicle Exception Fee (3-yeart~rm), $200 Renewal fee (3-yearterm), and $200 Interim Fee (3-yearterm). Mr. Hamilton pointed out that staff believes these amounts are somewhat low and may not cover all staff costs, but it will provide an opportunity for the community to adjust to the new process. In the interim, he said staff will advertise the new process and study the cost to provide the service. He advised that, if approved, the new fees will be effective May 22,2006, and staff will return with a report regarding actual costs after January 1,2007. Mr. Hamilton recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges to include the Recreational Vehicle Exception and Renewal fees. Mayor Murray determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the public hearing. In response to CounCil Member Stegall, Mr. Hamilton assured that all resources will be utilized to let the public know that the new process exists. He added that as complaints are received, individuals in violation of the code will be advised of the new process and fees. I Mayor Murray suggested that a newspaper ad be placed in the recreational vehicle classified section and also an informational letter sent to all recreational vehicle sales lots. Council Member Dickerson asked that staff carefully evaluate the fee to ensure that it accurately reflects the cost of the process. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Stegall, adopting Resolution No. 2006-74, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, amending the Schedule of Fees and Service Charges adding a $430 Recreational Vehicle Exception Fee (3-yearterm), a $200 Renewal fee (3-yearterm), and the $200 Interim Fee (3- year term) for same, effective May 22, 2006. .The Vote: AYES: Council Members - Dickerson, Mathena, Pohlmeyer, Stegall, and Murray NOES: Council Members - None ABSTAIN: Council Members - None ABSENT: Council Members - None 5/16/2006 112 Resolution No. 2006-74 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk PUBLIC HEARING - Redding Oasis Towne Center Project Phase IA RESOLUTION - Adopting Candidate Findings, and approving Use Permit Application UP- 23-02, Mitigation Monitoring Program, Statement of Overriding Considerations, Findings for Project Approval, and General Plan Amendment GPA-I-06 (L-OI0-390/G-030-010/L-0 10-100-550) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arriv~d, Mayor Murray opened the public hearing regarding Candidate Findings, Use Permit Application UP-23-02, Mitigation Monitoring Program, Statement of Overriding Considerations, findings for Project Approval, and General Plan Amendment G'pA-I-06 associated with the Redding Oasis Towne Center Project, by Levenson Development. I The following documents are on file in the Office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Assistant City Clerk Sherman advised that no protests were received. Development Services Director Hamilton provided highlights of the Report to City Council dated ~ay 16, 2006, incorporated herein by reference, recalling that the City Council certified the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) EIR-2-02 (Redding Oasis Center) at its regular meeting of May 3, 2005, a portion of which considered potential development on the north side of Oasis Road. He stated that Levenson Development has submitted Use Permit Application UP-23-02 to construct a 302,238 square-foot shopping center (Redding Oasis Towne Center Project) on 34 acres located in the northeast quadrant of the Oasis Road and Interstate 5 (1-5) interchange. He related that only Phase IA ofthe Redding Oasis Towne Center Project (Project) is under consideration at this time and will be located on 15.1 acres of the site. The Project will elim.inate a portion of Twin View Boulevard within the site location and encroach into the 100-yearfloodplain west of Salt Creek and, therefore, requires General Plan Amendment Application (GPA-I-06). Phase IA of the Project includes a 148,663 square-foot discount warehouse, a 5,200 square-foot tire center, a fueling station with four islands and sixteen fueling positions, and two 3,500 square-foot fast-food outlets. I Mr. Hamilton stated that because two air quality impacts, one hydrology impact, and one utility systems impact cannot be mitigated to a level considered less than significant, findings must be made that Project benefits outweigh the unavoidable adverse environmental effects . . . and a Statement of Overriding Considerations must be prepared. He pointed out that the hydrology impact included the re-routing of Salt Creek tributary and connect into Salt Creek at the northern Project boundary, the impacts would not be on the Project site and the owners of the affect~d property must accept the impact. Mr. Hamilton reviewed the proposed traffic circulation pattern pointing out the spacing and signalization of intersections for the Project. He advised that due to its proximity to the 1-5 interchange, Twin View Boulevard south of Oasis Road will be realigned. It will terminate at the Project site and an alternate route north of Oasis Road will be constructed to route traffic around the Project and connect with the remaining portion of Twin View Boulevard to the north. In addition, he said that a loop-design on-ramp to 1-5 will be required and five signalized intersections along Oasis Road. However, Mr. Hamilton pointed out that future development (Phase IB) and traffic volume will dictate additional adjustments and reapportionment of intersections and the necessity to reconstruct the 1-5 interchange at the I proposed Project location. Mr. Hamilton explained that for the Project to go forward, the City Council must find that the Findings for Project Approval as stated for the Redding Oasis Towne Center is described within the ~cope ofthe overall project as set forth in EIR-2-02. Mr. Hamilton related that the Cal~fornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires that a public agency make Candidate Findings (Candidate Findings State Clearing House (SCH) No. 2002122045) if there is one or more significant effects identified in an environmental impact report (EIR) and find that: 1. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect identified in the FEIR; 5/16/2006 113 2. Changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and not the agency making the findings and such changes have been adopted by such other agency or can and should be adopted by such other agency; or 3. Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or project alternatives identified in the FEIR. I Mr. Hamilton recommended that the title of the resolution provided in the Report to City Council be amended to more accurately reflect the actions to be taken by the City Council and should read, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting Candidate Findings SCH #2002122045, and approving the Statement of Overriding Considerations, Mitigation Monitoring Program, Findings for Project Approval, General Plan Amendment GP A -1-06, and Use Permit UP- 23-02 for the Oasis Towne Center Project." He pointed out that a letter dated May 16,2006, was received from Cassidy, Shimko, Dawson, and Kawakami, Mr. Levenson's attorneys, regarding identification of unavoidable significant impacts and findings having significant effects. Mr. Hamilton recommended that the resolution, as amended, be adopted for the Redding Oasis Towne Center Project Phase lA, adopting Candidate Findings SCH#2002122045, and approving Use Permit Application UP-23-02, Mitigation Monitoring Program, Statement of Overriding Considerations, Findings for Project Approval, and General Plan Amendment GPA-I-06. I Council Member Dickerson expressed concern regarding the proposed connection of Hawley Road or Churn Creek Road north from Oasis Road because of severe environmental impacts to the Churn Creek area, and approval of Phase IA would lay the foundation for the Hawley Road extension with future developments. For this reason, he said he did not support the project and urged that an alternate route be found to mitigate traffic impacts. Mr. Hamilton responded that extension of Hawley Road is not under consideration at this time, but he explained that because Twin View Boulevard terminates at the Project, an alternate route around the shopping center is required to connect to the portion of Twin View Boulevard as it continues north. He stated the Report to City Council refers to this road as Hawley Road simply because it is depicted in the General Plan as such.J However, the road can be identified as the Council may choose. He added that the Twin View Boulevard connector route could be renamed during the Final Oasis Road Specific Plan process to eliminate confusion. Council Member Mathena echoed Council Member Dickerson's concerns regarding degradation of Churn Creek with future development, but did not feel that Phase IA should be denied based on speculation. . Mark Miller, Executive Vice President of Levenson Development and Project Manager for the Redding Oasis Towne Center Project, urged the City Council to adopt the necessary findings and approve the Project. Virgil Weld, Redding resident, urged support for the project which has been in process for 22 years and added that the extension of Hawley Road to the south is not necessary for this portion of the project to move forward. Gail Rich, Redding resident, opposed the Project because of the possibility of blasting during construction, increased possibility of flooding, air quality from idling vehicles, and other environmental impacts to the surrounding area. I Mayor Murray determined that no other individual wished to address this matter and closed the public hearing. Council Member Stegall expressed concern that the Oasis Road commercial area is being developed in piece-meal fashion and urged that Project consideration be postponed until after the Oasis Road Specific Plan is adopted. She pointed to the fact that traffic signalization currently being considered will not be adequate for the next phase of development as an indication that the overall traffic circulation pattern needs to be carefully considered. Mayor Murray stated that although the Project did not meet the aesthetic standards initially proposed by the developer, the Project met the criteria ofthe approved Final Environmental Impact Report for the Redding Oasis Towne Center and must be considered on that basis. 5/16/2006 114 MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Mathena, adopting Resolution No. 2006-75 a,s amended, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding, adopting Candidate Findings State Clearing House #2002122045 prepared for the Redding Oasis Towne Center Project Phase IA by Levenson Development, and approving Use Permit Application UP-23-02, Mitigation Monitoring Program, Statement of Overriding Considerations, Findings for Project Approval, and General Plan Amendment GPA-I-06. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Mathena, Pohlmeyer, and Murray Council Mem1?ers - Dickerson and Stegall Council ~embers - None Council Members - None I Resolution No. 2006-75 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk FUNDING REOUEST -Northern Valley Catholic Social Services (G-100-075)' " Council Member Stegall stated that she would recuse herself from consideration of this items due to her husband's Board Member status for the Northern Valley Catholic Social Services. City Manager Starman advised that the Northern Valley Catholic Social Services (NVCSS) requested that the City Council consider a $450,000 Residual Receipts Loan utilizing HOME program funds to partially fund development of an affordable rental project consisting of 14- one beqroom units and targeting the very-low-income mentally-ill population to be located at the Saint Clare Court affordable housing project at 772 and 774 Lake Boulevard. Mr. Starman explained that the project is estimated to cost $2.6 million and NVCSS will be submitting applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for $800,000 in funds, and to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for $800 ,000 through the Multi-Family Housing Program. NVCSS will also apply for the remaining necess~ry funding to the Federal Home Loan Bank's Affordable Housing Program. He added that the loan will be contingent upon receipt of the additional funds from ~he other programs. Mr. Starman recommended that the City Council conceptually approve a Residual Receipts Loan to Northern Valley Catholic Social Services in the amount of $450,000 for development of an affordable rental project located at Saint Clare Court at 772 and 774 Lake Boulevard contingent upon receipt of the additional funding. I MOTION: Made by Council Member Mathena, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, conceptually approving a Residual Receipts Loan in an amount up to $450,000 of HOME funds to Northern Valley Catholic Social Seryices for development of an affordable rental project consisting of 14-one bedroom units and targeting the very-low-income mentally-ill population to be located at the Saint Clare Court affordable housing project at 772 and 774 Lake Boulevard. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Dickerson, Mathena, Pohlmeyer, and Murray Council Members - None Council Members - Stegall Council Members - None APPLICATION - New Enterpri~e Zone Designation (E-050-300) City Manager Starmap. related that the Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone (Zone) will sunset in November 2006. He explained that the Zone encompassed the cities of Anderson, Redding, I and Shasta Lake and a portion of the unincorporated area of Shasta County. The Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County (EDC) administers the Zone and has been working on various alternatives to continue the present Zone or apply for a new Zone. Due to time constraints, it is necessary to work with the cities involved and the County to process an application by the deadline of September 6,2006. Mr. Starman pointed out that the proposed new Zone will encompass the same areas although boundaries may vary slightly due to new rules governing formation and established by the state. He said that the EDC has retained Chabin Concepts, Inc. to review and prepare the application and that the City's share of costs will be approximately $30,000. 5/16/2006 115 Mr. Starman recommended that the City Council authorize staff to work on an application for a new Enterprise Zone designation. In response to Council Member Mathena, Jim Zauher, Executive Director of the EDC, explained that the boundaries of the proposed Zone will change due to specific aspects of a zone, particularly the need to establish an eligible area based on census track data. He stated that most of the industrial areas will not change, but the downtown area will vary slightly. I MOTION: Made by Council Member Pohlmeyer, seconded by Council Member Dickerson, authorizing staff to work with the EDC on an application for a new Enterprise Zone designation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes UPDATE ON MAJOR PROJECTS/ACTNITIES - Youth Action Council (A-050-080 & B-080-600-300) Jack Thibeau, President of the Youth Action Council (formerly the Mayor's Youth Task Force) introduced other members of the Youth Action Council (Y .A.C.), Ian MacRae, Sean Wilkinson, Shane Wright, Hope Harvin, Callie Froese, Regina Misslin, John Perry, Sara Bishop, Robert Richardson, and Logan Hanagan. He stated that the Vision Statement of the Y .A.C. is "Youth with the passion and ability to shape the future of Redding , California" and the Mission Statement is "Redding Y .A.C. gives the opportunity to voice opinion and effect' change, and to improve the community and lives of youth. " He related the purpose ofY .A.C. is to represent youth of the community, place and plan for involvement, improve/contribute to the community, provide leadership for youth, be a role model for all youth, and motivate others to participate. He pointed out that they will not be able to reach every young person, but it was a goal to which they aspire. I Briana Cueller, Secretary ofY .A.C., advised that the group is studying the effects of alcohol on young people and hope to start a program similar to DARE for older youths. She stated that it is planned to have several events at Big League Dreams this summer and to also participate in a walk to assist the Diabetes Association. She added that Y.A.c. will be developing its by-laws at future meetings. Community Services Director Niemer related that Y.A.C.meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 4 p.m. She added that Victor Russo is the Youth Coordinator forY.A.C. No action was required on this informational item. PROPOSED TRADE OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY - Buenaventura Boulevard at Placer Road for property on Lake Boulevard and Tamarack (C-070-200 & C-070-010) Council Member Stegall stated that she would recuse herself fro~ consideration of this items due to a potential conflict of interest. I City Manager Starman advised that the City is contemplating acquisition of a 10.5 acre park site on Lake Boulevard near Tamarack Drive. The owner of the 10.5 acres, Don D. Davis, has shown interest in acquiring 7.4 acres of City-owned land on Buenaventura Boulevard at Placer Road. To that end, staff has worked on an exchange of real property with Mr. Davis to provide a park in the Lake Boulevard area across from Buckeye Middle School. He added that the John Strohmayer, Gateway Unified School District Superintendent, submitted a letter urging approval and expressing interest in joint-use projects if the property exchange comes to fruition. Mr. Starman stated that the City's surplus property was appraised at $1.6 million in August, 2005, and the appraised value of Mr. Davis' property is $2.54 million. Mr. Stannan pointed out the City's property on Buenaventura Boulevard included an animal burial pit which is being evaluated to determine if remediation will be necessary before it can be used, and Mr. Davis has asked that he be accorded an option to purchase if this portion becomes available at a later date. Mr. Starman recommended that the City Council approve an Agreement to facilitate the exchange of 7.4-acres of City-owned real property located on Buenaventura Boulevard at Placer Road (APN 104-040-033) for 10.54 acres located on Lake Boulevard at Tamarack Drive (APNs 113-120-011 and 113-120-012). 5/16/2006 116 MOTION: Made by Council Member Mathena, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, approving an Agreement to facilitate the exchange of 7.4-acres of City-owned real property located on Buenaventura Boulevard at Placer Road (APN 104-040-033) for 10.54 acres located on Lake Boulevard at Tamarack Drive (APNs 113-120-011 and 113-120-012) owned by Mr. Davis. The Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members - Dickerson, Mathena, Pohlmeyer, and Murray Council Members - None Council Members - Stegall Council Members - None I ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 8:50 p.m., Mayor Murray declared the meeting adjourned. ., . . 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