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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, California
October 2,2007 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Lou Moore.
The Invocation was offered by Police Chaplain Charleen Payment
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The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dickerson with the following Council Members
present: Bosetti, Jones, Murray, Stegall, and Dickerson.
Also present were City Manager Starman, Assistant City Manager/Police Chief Moty, City
Attorney Duvernay, Development Services Director Hamilton, Transportation and
Engineering Director Tippin, Electric Utility Director Feider, Economic Development
Director Zauher, Electric Manager Keener, Community Services Director Niemer, Senior
Redevelopment Project Coordinator Morgon, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Executive
Assistant Stribley.
PUBLIC COMMENT
(P-150-150)
Fran Jenkins, Redding resident, presented photos of transient activity including camping,
dumping trash, alcohol consumption, and vandalism at the back of her property on Sharon
A venue, as well as property owned by the Redding Redevelopment Agency. She stated that
although the Police have been responsive to the issue, the problem persists and she asked
that further consideration be made for a solution.
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(S-OlO)
Mark Montgomery, Shasta County Mental Health Director of Alcohol and Drug Services,
advised that he has been working in this capacity for the last seven months and plans to
update the City Council quarterly of progress made regarding mental health issues in the
community.
RESOLUTION - Proclaiming the week of October 7-13, 2007, as "Public Power Week"
(A-050-060-600)
Electric Utility Director Feider related that Redding Electric Utility has participated in
"Public Power Week" for the last 21 years which honors REU for its 87 years of service to
the community and increases community awareness of the benefits of a locally-owned
municipal electric utility such as Redding's. He stated that as part of the "Change Your
Light, Change the World" campaign sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency,
free florescent light bulbs will be given away at various locations throughout the City. He
pointed out that these bulbs are far more efficient than standard commercial bulbs, providing
more light with less energy for a longer period of time.
Mr. Feiderrecommended that a resolution proclaiming October 7-13, 2007, as "Public Power
Week" be adopted.
Gary Cadd, Redding resident, related that while he applauds the energy-saving properties of
the new bulbs, the mercury they contain necessitates special handling when the bulbs are
ultimately disposed of or broken.
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Mr. F eider asked that the expired bulbs be disposed of at the Transfer Station (a free service)
and not deposited into household garbage.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Jones, adopting
Resolution No. 2007-193, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
proclaiming October 7-13, 2007, as "Public Power Week." The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Bosetti, Jones, Murray, Stegall, and Dickerson
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2007-193 is on file in the Office ofthe City Clerk
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PRESENTATION - "Citizen's Award" by the Redding Police Department
(P-150-150)
Police Chief Moty presented a "Citizen's Award" to Lou Moore recognizing his law
enforcement career as a police officer and for 20 years as coordinator of the Regional
Coordinator for the Shasta-Trinity Regional Occupation Program. ChiefMoty said that Mr.
Moore introduced more than 2,000 young men and women to the law enforcement profession
and his positive attitude resulted in many of these students choosing a career in law
enforcement.
Lou Moore thanked the City Council for this honor and said that the Redding area is one of
the finest communities anywhere because of its citizens.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes: Special Meeting of August 15,2007, Special and Regular Meetings
of September 18, 2007
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No.6, check numbers 854909 through
855293 inclusive, in the amount of$14,700,888.57, for the period of September 15,2007,
through September 30, 2007; and Payroll Register No.6 electronic deposit transaction
numbers 213709 through 214616 and check numbers 537399 through 537542 inclusive, in
the amount of $2,552,31 0.86, for the period of September 9,2007, through September 22,
2007, be approved.
TOTAL: $ 17,253,199.43
Treasurer's Report - August 2007
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability
$156,616,000.32
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Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities
$276,937,884.98
ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation
(F -205-095-650)
It is the recommendation ofthe City Manager that the ACR133 Report and the Proof of Cash
Reconciliation for August 2007 be accepted.
Ordinance - Rezoning Application RZ-3-06, on property located at 6220, 6230, 6240, 6250,
6260, 6270, and 6280 Westside Road, by Hansen PSC.
(L-OI0-230)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Ordinance No. 2396 be
adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Redding
Municipal Code Zoning Map for property located at 6220, 6230, 6240, 6250, 6260, 6270,
and 6280 Westside Road, by Hansen PSC, rezoning the property from "RM-18" Residential
Multiple Family District to "RM-18-PD" Residential Multiple Family District with Planned
Development Overlay District.
Proposed Street Name Change - State Route 44 West, way-finding signs on Interstate 5, and
change to Auditorium Drive
(S-070-230 & S-050-1 00)
It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that staffbe directed to abandon
renaming a portion of State Route 44 West to "Sundial Bridge Parkway" and direct staffto
work with Caltrans to provide way-finding signs on Interstate 5 and pursue changing the
name of a portion of Auditorium Drive to "Sundial Bridge Drive."
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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 August 2007. Retail power sales revenue was
$1,138,179 (7.1%) above projections and wholesale power sales through August totaled
$4,757,710 or 84.7% above projections. Operating revenue after energy costs was $929,674
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or 12.5% below expectations. The total cost of energy through August was $6,876,619 or
47.2% above projections. The Utility's net operating results through August are $2,079,215.
Monthly Financial Report - General Fund
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council accept the General
Fund's Monthly Financial Report for August 2007. Total revenue to date is $7.9 million or
$659,746 (7.8%) below staffs cash flow projection. Expenditures at month end, excluding
encumbrances, total $12,648,203 or $3,134,627 (19.9%) below staffs original projection.
Encumbrances total $1,473,978.
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Accept Spillway Improvements - Fleur du Lac Subdivision
(S-101-058)
It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that the City
Council accept the spillway improvements for the Fleur du Lac Subdivision (S-8-03), located
north of State Route 44 and west of Shasta View Drive, by Shasta View Lake, Inc., as
satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to return securities to the
developer.
A ward Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4043, Traffic Signal Installation at the Intersection of
. Browning Street and Old Alturas Road
(B-050-020 & T -080- 700)
It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 4043 (Job No. 2264), Traffic Signal Installation at the Intersection of Browning Street
and Old Alturas Road be awarded to H&H Electric Company in the amount of$316,205, that
an additional $50,000 be approved for administration and inspection fees, and that an
additional $32,000 be approved for a construction contingency fund, for a total amount of
$398,205.
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Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 3963, Benton Airpark Security Fencing
(B-050-020 & A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 3963 (Job No. 2204), Benton Airpark Security Fencing awarded to KMF Construction
be accepted as satisfactorily completed, that $6,000 of the unused contingency fee be used
for additional inspections costs, and that the City Clerk be instructed to file a Notice of
Completion with the Shasta County Recorder. The final cost was $352,905.94.
Letter to the Governor in Support of Senate Bill SB966 - Establishing a Take-Back Policy
and Model Disposal Program for Pharmaceutical Waste
(L-040-300/P-150-050-500/S-020)
It is the recommendation of the Municipal Utilities Director that the City Council authorize
the Mayor to sign a letter to the Governor in support of Senate Bill SB966 (Simitian), and
staff to send letters to the state legislator in support of the bill. to establish a statewide
program for pharmaceutical waste by establishing a take-back policy and model disposal to
remove pharmaceutical waste from the landfill and wastewater treatment plants.
Mayor Dickerson cautioned that while the program appears beneficial, these types of
bureaucratic policies can lead to "trap-door" issues never intended as part of the bill. He
asked that this bill be monitored closely to ensure that the intent remains intact.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Bosetti, that
all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Jones, Murray, Stegall, and Dickerson
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 2396 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
UPDATE ON MAJOR PROJECTS/ACTIVITIES - Youth Action Council
(B-080-600-300 & A-050-080)
Community Services Director Niemer advised that the Youth Action Council (Y AC) has
been active for one and one-half years, and because a number of members graduated last
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spring, seven new members were appointed. She introduced Rianna Curran, Regina Misslin,
and Nick Rossow, who provided highlights ofrecent Y AC events and proposed goals. They
advised that within the week, a website would be activated (www.reddingyac.com) where
the community can track scheduled events, make suggestions, and access additional
information via website links.
No action was required on this informational item.
STILL WATER BUSINESS PARK COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS REPORT - by Consultant
Al Gianini
(E-050-500)
Economic Development Director Zauher introduced Consultant Al Gianini who recently
completed the Stillwater Business Park Competitive Analysis Report (Report). He stated
that the Report responds to concerns regarding the viability of the Stillwater Business Park
for this area and outlines the competitive market and success potential.
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Consultant Al Gianini advised that the review area for the Report included northern
California, southern Oregon, and western Nevada. In those areas, three sites (Mill Creek in
Oregon, Tahoe Reno Industrial Center in Nevada, and Crossroads Commerce Center in
Nevada) were identified as being competitive with Stillwater and "shovel-ready." He said
that the Report also reviewed the types of incentives, such as tax reductions, being offered
in other areas to entice businesses to locate or relocate in their jurisdictions. Mr. Gianini
explained that potential businesses are also looking for sites that can supply needed
infrastructure such as ample water and provide low-cost utilities, ready-to-go sites, and a pro-
business community. The disadvantages to the Stillwater site are that it is located in
California and that there is no major airport or four-year college.
Mr. Gianini believed that a marketing plan for Stillwater should target companies with large
power and water needs which are in ample supply in Redding, and he also suggested that the
City solicit and engage a "national" commercial real estate firm to showcase the property.
He also recommended that the initial sale of the lots in Phase One set prices at $2.25 per
square foot and $2.00 per square foot for larger lots as enticements to move the Project
forward. The price of lots would increase as purchase activity increased.
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Mr. Zauher recommended that the City Council accept the Report as presented.
Eric Batten, representing Shasta Enterprises, expressed concern that the Stillwater Business
Park was originally touted as a self-sustaining project but it continues to need funding from
. the City. He did not believe the City should be acting in the role of developer and he asserted
that it was not the responsibility of the taxpayers to bail the City out if a mistake is made.
He was concerned that the Report suggested selling lots at $2.00 per square foot that he
alleged cost the City $5.00 per square foot. He suggested a new budget be prepared that
included contingencies and inflation in the event property didn't sell for 10 to 20 years and
that a realistic absorption study be prepared for required tax-payer dollars and true-cost
benefit analysis. In his view, the Project should be scrapped if it was not totally self-
sustainable.
Council Member Murray responded that as a government entity, by law the City cannot sell
any property for less than its appraised value, and although the Report may recommended
a sale amount, the City is required to comply with the law if it is in conflict with a report.
In response to Council Member Jones, Mr. Gianini related that industrial parks that have
failed usually have no infrastructure in place and that potential corporate users usually focus
on sites where there are as few discretionary items as possible.
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Mayor Dickerson expressed confidence in Redding's ability to attract new business and also
in the local labor force's ability to excel. He believed there is a qualified work force in
Redding which only needs to be tapped.
In response to Council Member Jones, Mr. Zauher stated that information regarding
absorption and target industries and probability of success was produced in a report in 2003,
and is updated in the Stillwater Business Park Marketing Plan and Budget Report to follow.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
accepting Stillwater Business Park Competitive Analysis Report as presented.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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STILL WATER BUSINESS PARK MARKETING PLAN AND BUDGET
(E-050-500)
Economic Development Director Zauher recalled that a marketing plan was developed for
the Stillwater Business Park in 2003, and the new Stillwater Business Park Marketing Plan
and Budget is an adaptation of those assumptions made current. He stated that target
industries include food processing, general manufacturing (plastics, medical devices,
specialized metal products), emerging technology cluster, information services, and
distribution. He pointed out that while little direct marketing of Stillwater has taken place,
there are currently five prospective businesses talking with the City about the site.
Mr. Zauher related that he used the Development Colliers International 2005 Survey of
Corporate Executives to develop some assumptions, and he outlined marketing techniques
that could be utilized such as website updates, public relations, trade shows, and hosting
special events for corporate real estate. He believed that retaining a national corporate real
estate firm would be very advantageous as those firms have access to corporate decision
makers and there are normally no up front costs.
Mr. Zauher advised that it is anticipated that the market plan for the budget would have an
initial cost, including startup, of$120,000 for the first year and $80,500 for the second year.
He pointed out that a corporate real estate firm may reduce the total budget costs as it would
probably absorb some advertising and there are other costs that could be negotiated. He
added that a marketing effort will be ongoing over the next several years.
Mr. Zauher recommended that the City Council accept the Stillwater Business Park,
Marketing Plan and Budget.
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In response to Council Member Bosetti, Mr. Zauher advised that the timeline for the Request
for Proposals for a national marketing firm would be approximately three months. Council
Member Bosetti advised he would be more comfortable with a multi-year commitment from
a national commercial real estate firm and was hesitant to spend the amount suggested for
only two years marketing.
Council Member Jones said that due to his concern regarding the amount of public funds to
be spent on the Stillwater Business Park and the lack of pertinent information, he would be
voting no.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
accepting the Stillwater Business Park Marketing Plan and Budget as presented. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Bosetti, Murray, Stegall, and Dickerson
NOES: Council Members - Jones
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
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RESOLUTION - Declaring City-owned property on the south side ofSt. Andrews Drive in
Gold Hills Subdivision as surplus
(C-070-200)
Senior Redevelopment Project Coordinator Morgon provided highlights of the Report to City
Council dated September 21, 2007, incorporated herein by reference, recalling that in 1986,
the City acquired fee title to a strip of property (approximately 30' X 520') on St. Andrews
Drive as part of the Gold Hills Subdivision, which at that time was outside the City limits.
He pointed out that the property was deeded to the City with no restrictions and no indication
of its intended use. As part of a much larger annexation, the property was annexed to the
City in 1992, without anticipated municipal use and that status exists today.
Mr. Morgon recalled that in November 2006, a property owner near St. Andrews Drive,
Chris Longhurst, requested that the City grant a utility easement over the St. Andrews Drive
property for sewer and water connections to his property fronting on Hollow Lane. He stated
that Mr. Longhurst wished to subdivide his property, build a home, and connect the sewer
to St. Andrews Drive (60 foot connection) rather than Hollow Lane (1,100 foot connection).
Mr. Morgon related that the issue went to the Board of Administrative Review on March 28,
2007, where all adjacent property owners were invited to attend and provide input regarding
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the extension of Hollow Lane north to St. Andrews Drive, the type of housing to be
constructed, and the quality of development. In response to those concerns, Mr. Morgon
advised that the site and surrounding area has always been single-family residential, not
multi-family, that the General Plan has never designated Hollow Lane to connect to St.
Andrews Drive, and with regard to the quality concerns, staff suggested imposing Covenants,
Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) on the property similar to those in the Gold Hills
Subdivision. At its regular meeting of May 1,2007, the City Council considered the issue
and directed staff to obtain appraisals for the property with and without access to St.
Andrews Drive and prepare a report declaring the property surplus and offering it for sale to
the three adjacent property owners on the south side of the 1400 block ofSt. Andrews Drive.
Staff met with the property owners all of whom expressed a desire to purchase the property
with access.
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Mr. Morgon advised that in order to declare the property surplus, the City Council must find
that because of the dimensions and shape of the property, it is incapable of independent
development and use for any purpose specified in Government Code Section 54222
(development of low-, moderate-income housing, park/recreational/open space, school
facilities, enterprise zone purposes, or infill opportunities); and that the sale is exempt from
the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines Code
Section 15312.
Mr. Morgon recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution making findings,
declaring the property as surplus, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate sale of the
property to the owners of record ofthe three parcels located immediately adjacent the south
side of St. Andrews Drive, and authorize the Mayor to execute all necessary documents.
City Manager Starman clarified that some apparent misinformation was provided by the Gold
Hills Homeowners Action group to residents of Gold Hills stating that multi- family housing
would be constructed on the property in question, which is untrue. He also related that a
FAX was received at almost 5:00 p.m. today from Eihnard Diaz, on behalf of Thomason
Development, asking that action on the matter be postponed until further review of the issue
by Thomason Development. Mr. Diaz also indicated that they would be willing to work with
the Gold Hills neighbors to ensure that the parcel remained as open space. Mr. Starman
pointed out that the parcel in question has never been designated as open space, either on the
Zoning Map, General Plan, or recorded deed. He further said that in land use terms, this
parcel is considered a "remainder" parcel on the recorded map. Mr. Starman explained that
the strip of property is also referred to (in land use terms) as a "spite strip" as a result of
unfruitful negotiations between two parties for additional property approximately 25 years
ago. He said no legal reason exists to compel the City Council to defer action at this time
unless it prefers to do so.
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Ernie LeCompte, Louise Zimmerman, Emily Young, John Crossley, Bob Penkivich, Eric
Batten, Willie Preston, and Elaine Arthur opposed sale of the property to the current bidders
contending that the sale will upset the integrity of the entire Gold Hills development, three
additional driveways onto St. Andrews Drive would create additional traffic and violate fire
codes due to lack of a secondary access on a cuI de sac, loss of open space/green belt, future
construction will not match the caliber of existing homes on St. Andrews Drive, the intent
for dedication of the property to the City was that it remain "green belt," and asked that the
issue be tabled to provide an opportunity for Thomason Development to purchase the
property for the Gold Hills Subdivision, or ask that the City deed the land to Gold Hills to
avoid misuse.
Elin Klaseen contended that if this neighborhood is granted such concessions, other
neighborhoods would be back to ask for equal consideration.
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Mr. Starman advised that pursuant to discussions in closed session prior to this meeting, the
aggregate price of the property is $85,118.
Council Member Murray observed that the sale of the property did not automatically grant
purchasers the right to develop the property, but that would have to be processed through the
City's permitting process which adheres to all state, federal, and City regulations and codes.
Council Member Bosetti expressed concern that the City Council previously took action and
began bargaining in good faith with the three property owners as to price and terms of the
property and believed that commitment should be honored.
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City Attorney Duvernay explained that because new information has been brought forward,
the City Council is free to reconsider this information and include it, if it so wishes.
Council Member Stegall stated that having endured this long process, Mr. Longhurst should
be allowed to secure the easement he requested for sewer and water, no matter the outcome.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
deferring the sale of City property located on St. Andrews Drive to the regular City Council
meeting of October 16, 2007. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Murray, Stegall, and Dickerson
NOES: Council Members - Bosetti and Jones
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: . Council Members - None
Mayor Dickerson added that the City Council is anticipating a solid offer from other
interested parties before the next Council meeting.
GRANT REQUEST - Enterprise Lions Club for the Giant Flag Endowment Fund; and
RESOLUTION - Appropriating funds for same
(B-130-070 & B-130-030)
City Manager Starman recalled that the Enterprise Lions Club (Club) worked with many
individuals and organizations to construct and place the giant American flag on north
Bechelli Lane. The Club maintains the flag at an estimated cost of approximately $6,000 per
year. The Club proposes to raise $150,000 for a Giant Flag Endowment Fund which will
maintain the site and flag in perpetuity. He pointed out that the Redding Electric Utility
(REU) provides electricity to light the flag at night.
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Wayne Dunham, Past President of the Enterprise Lions Club, recalled that the flag serves to
remind us of the unwarranted attacks on America on September 11, 2001, and is also a
symbol of those who serve our country and community every day in far away lands. He
pointed out that in a year's time, $51,261 has been donated to the Giant Flag Endowment
Fund, and he requested that the City provide a $1 0,000 grant to help the Club realize its goal.
Mr. Starman recommended that the City Council approve a grant in the amount of $1 0,000
to the Giant Flag Endowment Fund and adopt a resolution appropriating that amount for the
purpose stated above.
Council Member Murray said that while it is a worthy endeavor, until sufficient funds for the
new Police Facility and additional firefighters are available, he could not support any
additional monies being taken from General Fund reserves.
Council Member Jones believed the Giant Flag Endowment Fund to be a worthy endeavor
and an important project for the City to fund.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
approving a grant in the amount of$l 0,000 to the Giant Flag Endowment Fund and adopting
Resolution No. 2007-194, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding, approving
and adopting the 11th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2007-127 appropriating
$10,000 for the Lions Club Giant Flag Endowment Fund for fiscal year 2007-08. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Bosetti, Jones, Stegall, and Dickerson
NOES: Council Members - Murray
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2007-194 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
ORDINANCE - Amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 1.13-Administrative Citations
and Chapters 7.04-Animals, General Provisions 7. 12-Dogs, and 7. 13-Dangerous Dogs
(A-130-150 & ^C-110-100-400)
City Attorney Duvernay recalled that at the regular City Council meeting of August 21,2007,
the issue of dangerous dogs was discussed and the City Council directed staff to work with
various groups (Haven Humane, animal rescue groups, etc.) to review the adequacy of the
City's policies regarding dangerous dogs and provide input and suggestions.
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Mr. Duvernay summarized the proposed changes to Redding Municipal Code (RMC)
Chapters 1.13-Administrative Citations, Title 7-Animals, 7.04-General Provisions, 7.12-
Dogs, and 7.13-Dangerous Dogs. He stated that the proposed amendments change the
default criminal violation for running-at-large from an infraction to a misdemeanor and
provides increased fines up to $1,000; requires that dog tags be worn by the dog at all times;
allows imposition of a fine of up to $1,000 for reckless or negligent conduct by an owner or
keeper in regard to the incident resulting in a dangerous dog classification as determined by
a hearing officer of the Administrative Hearings Board; allows consideration of location,
situation, and aggression severity before classifying a dog as dangerous; shortens the time
allowed to neuter and microchip a dangerous dog from 60 days to 10 days; provides that dogs
shall not be chained or tethered except as provided by state law; if a dog is impounded, all
conditions imposed by the hearing officer or board shall be satisfied prior to the dog being
returned to the owner.
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In response to Mayor Dickerson, Captain Leanne Smith, Redding Animal Regulation,
advised that the rationale prompting a requirement that a dog wear its tag all the time is that
should a dog escape its yard, there is no way to know who to contact without impounding the
animal and waiting for the owner to show up. She understood enforcement would be
difficult for an animal in its own fenced yard, but this provides an additional tool for those
animals that are not in a yard and encourages people to keep identification on their animals
at all times. She added that with regard to insurance on dangerous dogs whose owners are
renting, Eastwood Insurance in Redding will allow purchase of insurance for dangerous dogs.
Laura Rathe, representing the Northstate Animal Rescue Coalition, thanked the City for
allowing input into the Ordinance.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Jones
approving amendments to Redding Municipal Code Chapter 1.13-Administrative Citations
and Chapters 7.04-Animals, General Provisions 7.12-Dogs, and 7. 13-Dangerous Dogs.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Murray offered Ordinance No. 2397 for first reading, an ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 1.13-
Administrative Citations, Sections 1.13.110,1.13.120,1.13.130,1.13.140, amending Title
7-Animals, Chapters 7.04-General Provisions, amending Sections 7.04.010, 7.04.050, and
7.04.170, Chapter 7.12-Dogs, repealing Sections 7.12.010 and amending Section 7.12.110,
Chapter 7.13-Dangerous Dogs, amending Section 7.13.080, adding Section 7.13.095,
amending Sections 7.13.110, 7.13.120 and 7.13.150.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Stegall, seconded by Council Member Jones, that the
full reading of Ordinance No. 2397 be waived, and that the City Attorney be instructed to
read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PURCHASE OF THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FROM ICE ENERGY
(E-120 & B-050-1 00)
Electric Manager Keener advised that as part of its ongoing efforts to improve operating
efficiency and reduce costs, the Redding Electric Utility (REU) has evaluated the technical
performance, cost-effectiveness, and market potential of thermal energy storage systems to
reduce peak demand on Redding's system. He stated that Ice Energy, Inc. provides a thermal
storage system that is capable of reducing peak demand's on REU's system.
Mr. Keener explained that REU proposes to purchase ten units utilizing Public Benefits
funds and cost-share with REU businesses who will be required to pay installation costs
through criteria not yet developed. He stated that choices will be made with regard to
reduction of the greatest energy demand in the shortest period of time.
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Mr. Keener recommended that the City Council approve the purchase often Ice Bear 50 units
from Ice Energy, Inc. in an approximate amount of $154,000.
Council Member Murray urged that all businesses be made aware that these units will be
available on a cost-share plus installation basis to be chosen through specific criteria.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Stegall,
approving the sole source purchase often (10) Ice Bear 50 thermal energy storage systems
from Ice Energy, Inc. The Vote: Unanimous ayes
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ORAL REPORT - City Council Member attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at
City expense (Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234)
(A-050-060)
Council Member Stegall reported attending the Northern California Power Agency meeting
in Monterey, California on September 26 through 29,2007.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 11: 13 p.m., Mayor Dickerson declared the
meeting adjourned.
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