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City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, California
July 1, 2008 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Fran Jenkins.
The Invocation was offered by Police Chaplain Debbie Ivey.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Stegall with the following Council Members
present: Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, and Murray.
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Also present were City Manager Starman, Assistant City Manager Tippin, City Attorney
Duvernay, Development Services Director Hamilton, Transportation and Engineering
Director Crane, Fire Chief Fry, Police ChiefMoty, Personnel Director Johnson, Community
Services Director Niemer, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Executive Assistant Stribley.
PUBLIC COMMENT
(A-050-060)
Cleatis Herrin and Audrey Clawson, Riverside Mobile Home Park residents, related that
problems relative to rent issues at the Riverside Mobile Home Park located on North Market
Street are resulting in evictions of veterans and the elderly.
(P-050-435)
Fran Jenkins thanked the City for dedication of a bench in the Civic Center Sculpture Park
at City Hall in memory of her daughter, the late Kathy Jenkins.
PRESENTATION - Donation from Kool April Nites to support Northern California Drag
Racing Association
(A-050-060)
Vicki Cook and Duane Tomei representing Kool April Nites, presented a check in the
amount of $10,000 from the proceeds of the 2008 Kool April Nites event to the City of
Redding in support of the youth drag racing program at the Redding Drag Strip. Mayor
Stegall, on behalf of the City Council, Redding Police Officer Meadows, and Bob Liddell,
President ofthe Northern California Drag Racing Association, thanked Kool April Nites for
its continued support of the youth program.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Regular and Special Meetings of June 17,2008
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 24, check numbers 863875 through
864355 inclusive, in the amount of$17,889,904.29, for the period ofJune 16,2008, through
June 30, 2008; and Payroll Register No. 25 electronic deposit transaction numbers 232657
through 233604 and check numbers 540427 through 540589 inclusive, in the amount of
$2,648,576.07 for the period June 1,2008, through June 14,2008, be approved.
TOTAL: $20,538,480.36
Treasurer's Report - May 2008
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability
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$158,708,319.83
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities
$343,159,011.14
ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Officer that the ACR133 Report and the Proof of
Cash Reconciliation for May 2008 be accepted. .
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Ordinance - Amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 10.50 - Curfew
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Ordinance No. 2413 be adopted, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Redding Municipal Code
by repealing Chapter 10.50-Curfew, in its entirety, and adding Chapter 10.50-Curfew,
Sections 10.50.010 through 10.50.060 relating to regulations for minors pertaining to curfews
and daytime loitering during schools hours, including additional ~anguage for Section
20.50.030(b) "Except for a student verified to be participating in a home-school program
meeting State education requirements,...".
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Council Member Murray advised he would vote "no" unless a proactive movement is
launched to obtain truancy lists from the schools.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, and Stegall
Council Members - Murray
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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Ordinance - Amending Redding Municipal Code adding Chapter llA8-Funeral Escort
Services .
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Ordinance No. 2414 be adopted, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code
(RMC) Title ll-Vehicles and Traffic, by adding Chapter l1.48-Funeral Escort Services,
sections 11.48.010 through 11.48.130 to allow for private escort services.
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Ordinance - Restricting the City's ability to take property for transfer to a private entity
(Eminent Domain)
(C-070-0l0)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Ordinance No. 2415 be adopted, an
ordinance of the City Council ofthe City of Redding approving a self-imposed restriction on
the use of eminent domain for the purpose of taking property to convey fee title to another
private property owner(s).
Council Member Dickerson and Mayor Stegall advised they would vote "no" because they
opposed language contained in the ordinance and believed that a significant potential for
legal issues existed.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Jones, and Murray
Council Members - Dickerson and Stegall
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Funding Agreement - Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County
(B-130-030-045)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council approve the 2008-09
Funding Agreement with the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County (EDC)
in the amount of$140,000 annually.
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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 May 2008. Retail power sales revenue was
$1,462,444 (1.9%) below projections and wholesale power sales through May totaled
$30,332,682 or 124.3% above projections. Operating revenue after energy costs was
$4,766,823 or 16.2% below expectations. The total cost of energy through May was
$33,812,844 or45.9% above projections. The Utility's negative net operating results through
May are $9,062,088. .
Resolution - Declaring July 2008, as "Parks and Recreation Month"
(A-050-060-600 & A-050-220)
It is the recoinmendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution No. 2008-98
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding, declaring July 2008 as
"Parks and Recreation Month."
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Assignment of Agreements - Redding School District and Shasta Union High School District
(E-060- 5 501^ E-060-6901^ L-050)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
Assignment of Agreements between the Redding School District and Shasta Union High
School District and the County of Shasta, to the City of Redding regarding student literacy
services at the-Redding Municipal Library; and approve a new and superseding agreement
with the Redding School District for a new scope of work for student literacy services.
Third Amendment to Lease Agreement - Shasta Regional Soccer Association
(P-050-690 & P-050-600-200)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
the Third Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Shasta Regional Soccer Association
(SRSA) to allow restricted sale of alcoholic beverages at approved events at the Redding
Soccer Park.
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Revised List ofProiects - Funded through the Transportation Enhancement Program; and
Resolution - Appropriating funds
(T-100-375 & ^B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council approve
the Revised List of Projects to be funded by Transportation Enhancement (TE) funds and
direct staff to forward the list to the Shasta Regional Transportation Planning Agency
(RTP A) for final approval.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2008-99 be adopted, a resolution ofthe City
Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 36th amendment to Budget
Resolution No. 2007 -127 appropriating $402,580 for the Transportation Enhancement Fund
improvements for fiscal year 2007-08.
Resolution - Proclaiming August 5, 2008, as "National Night Out" in support of Police
Community Partnerships
(A-050-060-600 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 2008-100 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, proclaiming August 5, 2008, as
"National Night Out" in support of Police Community Partnerships.
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Grant - Office of Traffic Safety (OTS); and
Memorandums of Understanding - Anderson Police Department, Shasta County Sheriffs
Office, Shasta County Probation, and California Highway Patrol
(G-100-170-700 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that the City Council accept a grant from the
Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) in the amount of $331,078 to reduce alcohol-involved
accidents, and authorizing the Police Chiefto execute Memorandums of Understanding with
participating agencies, the Anderson Police Department, Shasta County Sheriffs Office,
Shasta County Probation, and California Highway Patrol.
Grant Applications - U.S. Department of Justice through the Edward Byrne Memorial
Competitive Grant Program for the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement Program and the
Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) under the Secure our Schools (SOS)
Program
(G-100-070 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that the City Council approve the grant
application to D. S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs through the Edward
Byrne Discretionary Grant Program to provide overtime for the Shasta Anti-Gang
Enforcement Program (SAGE) in the amount of $140,725. It is further recommended that
the grant application, in partner with the Enterprise Elementary School District (EESD), be
approved to the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) under the Secure our
Schools (80S) Program in the amount of$267,769 with EESD providing matching funds.
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Resolution - Accepting Grant from the Office of Traffic Safety for Driving Under the
Influence Enforcement
(G-100-170-700 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 2008-101 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, authorizing acceptance of a grant from
the Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of $114,132 to provide Driving Under the
Influence (DUI) enforcement.
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Monthly Financial Report - General Fund
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the City Council accept the General
Fund's Monthly Financial Report for May 2008. Total revenue to date is $61.8 million or
$1,708,428 (2.7%) below staff s cash flow projection. Expenditures at month end, excluding
encumbrances, total $66,796,095 or $8,460,087 (11.3%) below staffs original projection.
Encumbrances total $1,620,435.
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Resolution - Authorizing execution of Master Agreement No. 000745 and various
agreements with Caltrans for state and federally-funded transportation projects
(S-050-100)
It is the recommendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Resolution No.
2008-102 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, authorizing
the Mayor, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or City Engineer to execute Master
Agreement No. 00074S, program supplements, future program supplements, and revisions
to said Master Agreement with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
Agreement - City of Anderson
(A-05.0-300-050)
It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that the City
Council authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement with the City of Anderson for
Maintenance of two (2) Traffic Signals on City of Anderson Roadways located at the
intersections of North Street and Riverside Avenue and Pleasant Hills Drive and Rhonda
Road in the amount of $250 per month per intersection.
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Award Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4137, Traffic Signal Installation at Quartz Hill Road and
Benton Drive
(B-050-020 & T -080-700)
It is the recommendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 4137 (Job No. 2137), traffic signal installation at the intersection of Quartz Hill Road
and Benton Drive be awarded to H&H Electric in the amount of $234,674 and that an
additional $35,000 be approved for administration and inspection fees, and an additional
$23,500 be approved for a construction contingency fund, for a total amount of$293,174.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4142, Jenny Creek Sewer Replacement
(B-050-020 & W-020-575)
It is the recommendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 4142 (Job No. 2271), Jenny-Creek Sewer Replacement be awarded to Cox & Cox
Construction in the amount of $1,258,467, that an additional $160,000 be approved for
administration and inspection fees and to obtain outside materials testing services, and that
an additional $126,000 be approved for a construction contingency fund, for a total amount
of $1 ,544,467.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4152, Rejuvenating Scrub Seal and Microsurface Project
(B-050-020 & S-070-200) .
It is the recommendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 4152 (Job No. 2302), Rejuvenating Scrub Seal and Microsurface Project be awarded to
Valley Slurry Seal in the amount of$727,650.34, that an additional $80,000 be approved for
administration and inspection fees, and that an additional $73,000 be approved for a
construction contingency fund, for a total amount of$880,650.34.
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Resolution - Appropriating construction tax funds for the construction ofthe Knighton Road
waterline
(B-130-070 & W-030-725)
It is the recommendation ofthe Transportation and Engineering Director that Resolution No.
2008-103 be adopted, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding, approving and
adopting the 37th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2007-127 appropriating
$350,000 for the Knighton Road Waterline for fiscal year 2008-09, to extend utilities to the
Veterans Home site on Knighton Road.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 4118, Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
Rehabilitation and Expansion, Bid Package 4
(B-050-020 & W-010-450)
It is the recommendation of the Transportation and Engineering Director that Bid Schedule
No. 4118 (Job No. 2198), Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and
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Expansion, Bid Package 4, be awarded to Ray Toney and Associates in the amount of
$6,572,000, contingent upon receipt of Approval to Award by the State Water Resources
Control Board, and that an additional $100,000 be approved for administration and
inspection fees, and that an additional $658,000 be approved for a construction contingency
fund, for a total amount of $7,330,000.
13th Cycle Used Oil Block Grant - California Integrated Waste Management Board; and
Resolution - Appropriating funds for same
(G-100-170/^B-130-070/S-020-550)
It is the recommendation ofthe Municipal Utilities Director that the City Council accept the
13th Cycle Used Oil Block Grant from the California Integrated Waste Management Board
in the amount of $23,150 to provide public education and outreach programs to promote
responsible used motor oil and oil filter disposal and storm water mitigation and education.
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It is further recommended that Resolution No. 2008-104 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council ofthe City of Redding, approving and adopting the 38th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 2007-127 appropriating $23,150, upon acceptance, the 13th Cycle Used Oil
Block Grant from the California Integrated Waste Management Board for fiscal year 2008-
09.
Resolution - Authorizing grant application to the California Integrated Waste Management
Board under the California Oil Recycling Enhancement Act and all available Household
Hazardous Waste Grants for Fiscal Years 2008-09 through 2012-13
(G-100-170 & S-020-550)
It is the recommendation of the Municipal Utilities Director that Resolution No. 2008-105
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding, authorizing the Assistant
City Manager to submit and execute grant applications to the California Integrated Waste
Management Board for all available grants under the California Oil Recycling Enhancement
Act and all available household hazardous waste grants for the period of fiscal year 2008-09
through 2012-13.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member Jones, that all
the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended
above with the exception of the item approved by separate vote as indicated above.
The Vote: .
AYES: Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
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Ordinance Nos. 2413, 2414, and 2415 and Resolution Nos. 2008-98, 2008-99, 2008-100,
2008-101,2008-102,2008-103,2008-104, and2008-105 are on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING - Grant application and spending plan for the 2008 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
(G-100-070 & P-150-150)
The hour of7 :00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Stegall opened the public hearing regarding the
proposed grant application and spending plan for the 2008 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant (JAG).
The following document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
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City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Police Chief Moty related that the Redding Police Department applies annually for the JAG
program through the U.S. Department of Justice. This year, he said there is no required
matching funds for the $16,541 grant which will be used to support information technology
personnel, adding that the funds cannot supplant, but must augment current budget funds.
Chief Moty recommended that the City Council approve the submission, acceptance, and
proposed spending plan for the JAG grant in the amount of$16,541 for 2008.
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Mayor Stegall determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Jones,
approving submission, acceptance, and spending plan for the Edward Byrne Memorial
Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program.grant through the u.S. Department of Justice in the
amount of$16,541 for 2008. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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PUBLIC HEARING - Landscape Maintenance Districts for Fiscal Year 2008-09, re
Landscape Maintenance Districts A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, 0, P, Q, R, S, T, U,
V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05-06, 06-06, 07-06,09-06,11-06, and 01-07
RESOLUTIONS - Ordering and/or staying the levy and collection for Fiscal Year 2008-09
(A-170-075-050, ^051, 052, 053, 054,055,056,057,059,060,06 1,062,063,064,065,066,
067,068,069,070,071,072,073,074,075,076,077,078,079,081,083,084)
The hour of7 :00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Stegall opened the public hearing regarding the
assessments for Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMD) A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M,
N, 0, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05-06, 06-06, 07-06,09-06,11-06,
and 01-07, including the levy and/or staying the levy and collection for fiscal year 2008-09.
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
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
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Transportation and Engineering Director Crane provided highlights of the Report to City
Council dated June 12, 2008, incorporated herein by reference, relating that Landscape
Maintenance Districts (LMD) "A" and "B" have no escalation clause and have remained
unchanged since fiscal year 1997-98, and that LMDs "C", "0", and 02-06 assessments are
reduced due to an existing account balance, and LMDs "D", "E", "F", "G", "H", "J", "K",
"L" "M" "N" "P" "Q" "R" "s" "T" "u" "V" 0 1-06 04-06 06-06 07-06 09-06 and
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01-07 are increased by an annual inflation adjustment tied to the "20 Cities Construction
Cost Index" from the most recent March Engineering News Record. He stated that because
the landscaping has not yet been accepted by the City, LMDs "W", 03-06, 05-06, and 11-06
will be maintained by the developer until such acceptance, and that the order for levy will
be stayed for fiscal year 2008-09.
Mr. Crane pointed out that there was an error in the public notice which stated that LMD H-l
would have a public hearing. He explained that LMD H-l is actually a part ofLMD Hand
is not a district unto itself, therefore, H-l does not exist except within LMD H.
Mr. Crane recommended that resolutions be adopted confirming the maps in the Engineer's
Reports for the LMDs and ordering levy and collection of the assessments for the LMDs as
set forth above, and staying the levy as set forth above pursuant to the Landscaping and
Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Mayor Stegall determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
public hearing.
Council Member Dickerson advised that he would abstain from voting on LMD A as his
residence was located within that LMD.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Memb~r Jones,
adopting:
Resolution No. 2008-106, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "A" contained in the Engineer's Report, and
ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the amount
of $29.46 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with
Section 22500 ofthe Streets and Highways Code).
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The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members: Bosetti, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
Council Members: None
Council Members: Dickerson
Council Members: None
MOTION: Made by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member Jones,
adopting:
Resolution No. 2008-107, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "B" contained in the Engineer's Report, and
ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the amount
of$71.00 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with
Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-108, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "C" contained in the Engineer's Report, and
ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the amount
of $6.58 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with
Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code);
Resolution No. 2008-109, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "D", the Vistas, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $668.86 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-110, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "E", Blue Shield, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of$7,164.60 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-111, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "F", Placer Pines, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $154.43 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-112, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "G", Quail Run, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $291.77 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-113, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "H", Clover Creek Village, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $151.31 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-114, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "J", Sunset Avenues Units 1 and 2, contained
in the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal
year 2008-09 in the amount of$507 .12 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-115, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "K", Nob Hill, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $252.53 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-116, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "L", Terra Vista Estates, contained in the
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Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$384.87 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-117, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "M", Parkview Neighborhood, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $263.28 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-118, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "N", The Villages at Shasta View Gardens,
contained in the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual
assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the amount of $51.31 per lot pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and
Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-119, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "0", Nicolet Estates, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $853 .31 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-120, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "P", Mill Pond Estates, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $556.14 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section' 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-121, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "Q", Clover Acres Unit 1 and 2, contained in
the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal
year 2008-09 in the amount of$194. 74 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-122, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "R", Cerro Vista, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $274.14 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-123, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "S", Fleur Du Lac Unit 1, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$179.22 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-124, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "T", Redwood Meadows, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$747.97 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-125, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "U", Bel Air Estates, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $99.20 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-126, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "V", Lakeside Avenues, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the leVy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$508.32 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-127, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District "W", Crown Meadows Estates Unit 2,
contained in the Engineer's Report, and approving the annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$124.60 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code) and staying the
levy of same for fiscal year 2008-09.
Resolution No. 2008-128, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 01-06, Tarmac Ridge Villas, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $211.68 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-129, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 02-06, Galaxy Way, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordedng the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of $308.10 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-130, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 03-06, Hope Lane, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and approving the annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the amount of
$381.14 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with
Section 22500 ofthe Streets and Highways Code) and staying the levy of same for fiscal year
2008-09.
Resolution No. 2008-131, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 04-06, Rivercrest Estates, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of$323.28 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-132, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 05-06, Monopoly Estates, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and approving the annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the
amount of $703.62 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code) and staying the levy
of same for fiscal year 2008-09.
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Resolution No. 2008-133, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 06-06, Lowes HIW, contained in the Engineer's
Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09
in the amount of$17,940.74 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-134, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 07-06, Buckeye Pines, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $496.85 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
Resolution No. 2008-135, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 09-06, Airpark Manor, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal year
2008-09 in the amount of $437.18 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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Resolution No. 2008-136, a resolution ofthe City Council ofthe City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 11-06, Tuscany Village, contained in the
Engineer's Report, and approving the annual assessments for fiscal year 2008-09 in the
amount of $247.08 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
(commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code) and staying the levy
of same for fiscal year 2008-09.
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Resolution No. 2008-137, a resolution ofthe City Council of the City of Redding confirming
the maps of Landscape Maintenance District 01-07, State Compensation Insurance, contained
in the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for fiscal
year 2008-09 in the amount of$573.85 per lot pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 ofthe Streets and Highways Code). The Vote:
AYES: Council Members: Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
NOES: Council Members: None
ABSTAIN: Council Members: None
ABSENT: Council Members: None
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Resolution Nos. 2008-106, 2008-107, 2008-108, 2008-109, 2008-110, 2008-111, 2008-112,
2008-113,2008-114,2008-115,2008-116,2008-117,2008-118,2008-119,2008-120,2008-
121,2008-122,2008-123,2008-124,2008-125,2008-126,2008-127,2008-128,2008-129,
2008-130,2008-131,2008-132,2008-133,2008-134, 2008-135, 2008-136, and 2008-137
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING - Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District SSMD-OI-07, Hope Lane
Subdivision
RESOLUTION - Confirming and levying assessment for Fiscal Year 2008-09
(A-170-080-001 & S-101-062)
The hour of7 :00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Stegall opened the public hearing regarding the
Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District SSMD-OI-07, Hope Lane Subdivision, assessments for
fiscal year 2008-09.
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
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
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Transportation and Engineering Director Crane recalled that Sanitary Sewer Maintenance
District SSMD 01-07 was formed last year for the Hope Lane Subdivision (S-12-03) to
provide sewer lift stations and ensure that the majority of maintenance responsibilities are
borne by those using the services. The SSMD formation included an annual inflation
adjustment for the assessments tied to the "20 Cities Construction Cost Index" from the most
recent March Engineering News Record. He related that the levy amount for this fiscal year
has been reduced due to an existing account balance.
Mr. Crane recommended that a resolution be adopted confirming the maps of the SSMD,
approving the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of assessments for
fiscal year 2008-09 pursuant.to the Improvement Act of 1911.
Mayor Stegall determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
public hearing.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Bosetti,
adopting Resolution No. 2008-138, a resolution of the City Council ofthe City of Redding,
confirming the maps of the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District SSMD 01-07, approving
the Engineer's Report, and ordering the levy and collection of assessments in the amount of
$329.32 per lot for fiscal year 2008-09 pursuant to the Improvement Act of 1911. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2008-138 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENT -Community Services Advisory Commission
(B-080-128)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Bosetti, seconded by Council Member Dickerson,
appointing Susan Hinz to the Community Services Advisory Commission to serve an
unexpired term ending January 1, 2009. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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POLICE FACILITY REVIEW COMMITTEE
(C-050-550)
Charles Menoher, Chair ofthe Police Facility Review Committee, provided highlights ofthe
Police Facility Review Committee Report including a briefhistory ofthe current facility, the
Committee's primary findings, and funding alternatives for construction of a new facility.
He emphasized the inadequate size of the existing building and its need for significant
repairs. Mr. Menoher recalled that the needs assessment study performed a few years ago
determined that to meet a 25-year longevity goal, the new Facility should contain at least
67,000 square feet. He related that one of the most important criteria (required by law) for
a new police facility is that it must comply with "essential services" construction which
ensures the building could withstand natural and other types' of disasters. Mr. Menoher
explained that this criteria eliminates most existing buildings, and, in fact, only three existing
buildings in the City could be retrofitted for such a purpose; two are insufficient in size, and
all lack economical feasibility and/or are not for sale. He stressed that time is ofthe essence
because construction costs for this type and size of structure were estimated a few years ago
at $38 million but, through inflation, have reached $41.9 million for all three phases with an
estimated construction inflationary increase of approximately $1.5 million annually. Mr.
Menoher stated that the $41.9 million does not include the possible purchase of a site, such
as the Cal Fire property next to the Civic Center complex. While that property is the
preferred site, time constraints and financing issues forced the Committee to recommend the
South City Park site.
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Mr. Menoher explained that City staff prqvided a great deal of information to the Committee
for consideration, including one-time revenue sources for construction ofthe facility as well
as potential revenue/expense sources to address the proposed bond debt service.
Mr. Menoher related that after extensive review, the Committee identified and recommends
the following one-time revenue sources for construction of the Facility: $5 million in
Redevelopment funds; $1 million from the sale of the existing police facility property,
$500,000 allocation from the Public Benefit Fund; $500,000 from Community Development
Block Grant funds (CDBG), $3 million in Stillwater Business Park Phase I bid savings, $2.5
million in surplus real property sales, and $800,000 from the Stratte Property net proceeds
for a total of $13,300,000 in total one-time funding sources. Mr. Menoher added that the
Committee recommends that the $13.3 million be set aside and used only for the new facility
and that the City use internal borrowing to cover any funding shortfall until it can be repaid
from the above sources of one-time funds.
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Mr. Menoher said that the Committee also recommends the following funding sources be
considered to support the proposed bond debt service for the Facility: $50,000 currently
being used to pay for the Investigation Unit space; $300,000 in-lieu fees from Redding
Electric Utility (REU), $200,000 savings from the current debt service requirements for the
Stratte Property, and $350,000 from an 0.5% across-the-board general fund reduction. He
pointed out that this $900,000 annual revenue/expense change is estimated to support
approximately $13.4 million in bond funding, so the Committee by an 8 to 6 vote agreed to
recommend a temporary 0.25% general sales tax increase to fund the remaining shortfall
($15.2 million). In the event a sales tax measure does not pass, Mr. Menoher said the
Committee recommends general fund reductions from .5% to 1 % annually and a reduction
of the street maintenance budget by $650,000 annually.
Council Member Bosetti advised that the City of Riverside converted a building for its police
facility and he strongly supported that method. In response, Mr. Menoher stated that the type
of building necessary (tilt-up with a concrete wall) is not available, and while the Costco
building may qualify, it is not for sale at this time, and it is possible that costs to retrofit such
a building could be greater than constructing a new facility on bare land.
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Council Member Bosetti also reported that he had been contacted by owners of the West
Venture Medical Building who offered to review retrofitting costs for that building and
provide that information to the City as a possible site, and he further related that he was
contacted by the Oasis Road developer who reported that Costco is still interested in
relocating from their current location on Dana Drive to the Oasis Road property if the City
will assist with upgrades to the Interstate 5 interchange at that location. Mr. Bosetti added
that he did not support a ballot initiative for a sales tax increase in light of the current bleak
economic picture.
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In response to Council Member Murray, City Clerk Strohmayer advised that a sales tax
initiative would cost approximately $24,000 and the deadline for placing a measure on the
ballot is August 8th.
Mayor Stegall strongly recommended that the citizens of Redding be afforded an opportunity
to decide the sales tax issue for themselves at the ballot box.
Council Member Dickerson doubted that a sales tax increase initiative would pass at this
time given the narrow margin vote by the Committee in recommending this option and the
severity of the economic climate. He was interested in exploring reductions in the general
fund budget and a reduction in street maintenance but requested more detailed information
regarding the impacts to the departments. He was reluctant to reduce public safety services
and asked staff to provide more information regarding this option.
Council Member Murray related that the need for an adequate police facility is severe and
must be resolved soon. He supported allowing the public to determine the tax increase
initiative. However, should it fail, he would support across-the-board general fund budget
cuts.
Council Member Jones did not support a sales tax initiative and believed that the Facility
would be better planned over time.
Gary Cadd, Redding resident, indicated that a sales tax initiative that required a simple
majority vote would be the easy way out and suggested a two-thirds majority for passage.
He also favored a retrofit building or construction of a less expensive building.
Ian Kirk, Redding resident, supported the retrofit of the Costco building with the City
funding the Oasis Road and Interstate 5 interchange to allow Costco to move from its present
location.
Mike Russo, architect for Nichols, Melburg, and Rossetto Architects, concurred with Mr.
Menoher's earlier statement that retrofitting existing concrete buildings to conform to
essential services standards is often more expensive than constructing a stand alone facility
on bare land.
City Manager Starman stated that it does not appear there is the required four affirmative
votes to place a sales tax measure on the ballot. He recommended, therefore, that Council
accept the Committee's report, and staff will bring back a report to Council in August
regarding other funding options suggested by the Committee.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Bosetti,
accepting the Police Facility Review Committee Report as presented.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
UPDATE ON MAJOR PROJECTS - Fire stations improvements
(C-050-275 & A-050-080)
Fire Chief Fry provided a PowerPoint presentation depicting improvements to each of the
eight City Fire Stations, including the two, newly-constructed Fire Stations 7 and 8.
No action was required on this informational item.
UPDATE ON MAJOR PROJECTS - Secret Witness Program
(P-150-150 & A-050-080)
Redding Police Captain Hansen provided a history of the Secret Witness Program which
began 20 years ago by the Redding Soroptimist Club. He stated that the Program provides
an avenue for citizens to supply anonymous information relative to criminal activity. He
stated that an updated website is available for individuals to inform the Police Department
about possible illegal activity and is a highly successful tool. Police Corporal Schueller and
Police Investigator Rathbun provided a PowerPoint presentation of the web site and the
Program.
No action was required on this informational item.
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CALTRANS FOR INTERSTATE 5 (FIX 5) IMPROVEMENTS IMPACT FEE
(S-070-100 & S-050-100)
Development Services Director Hamilton recalled that on May 15, 2007, the City Council
accepted a report, in concept, from the representatives of the Shasta County Regional
Transportation Planning Agency (RTP A) relative to the proposed "Fix 5" impact fee program
(Program). The Program would affect 61 miles ofInterstate 5 (1-5) with proposed upgrades
from Coming through Shasta County and the City's portion of the cost would require
implementation of an impact fee of approximately $1,697 per dwelling unit. He related that
over the past few months, Caltrans has requested that the City place conditions on projects
to require participation in the Program. Mr. Hamilton pointed out that the premise for these
requests is based on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requirement that
environmental impacts be mitigated, but he noted that it has never been a requirement of the
City to mitigate Caltrans reported traffic impacts to 1-5. He explained that Caltrans is asking
that the City require a separate agreement with a permittee to pay a future fee in an unknown
amount.
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Mr. Hamilton stated that Walter McNeil, a local attorney on behalf of Shasta Voices,
submitted a letter maintaining that it is inappropriate and unfair for the City to place
development conditions on property owners or permittees to agree to pay large amounts of
money in the future for programs which are not fully formed or known, or approved by the
City Council, and is an attempt to circumvent the legal rights afforded under the impact fee
process. He said that Mr. McNeil strongly urged that the request from Caltrans be denied.
Mr. Hamilton recommended that the City Council accept the report and authorize the Mayor
to execute a letter to Caltrans on behalf ofthe Council reaffirming its acceptance in concept
of the Fix 5 Program, but reiterating the City's intent to not require that such conditions of
approval be placed on projects until, and if, a fee Program is formally adopted.
Michelle Millette, Chief of the Caltrans Office of Community and Regional Planning, related
that in response to comments received from developers that they don't want any surprise fees
imposed, Caltrans is attempting to provide advance notice that this fee Program is under
discussion and could be on the horizon for future implementation. She clarified that if the
City does not adopt the Fix 5 fees, then they would not apply to projects in the city.
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In response to Council Member Bosetti's question about the implication of being penalized
for not adopting Fix 5 fees, Ms. Millette discounted the term "penalized" but acknowledged
that applications may not rank as high. She added that due to Senate Bill (SB) 45, Caltrans
no longer has funds to fix highways or increase capacity. Consequently, if communities wish
to increase capacity, they must pay for it.
In response to Council Member Murray's question regarding the goal of the Fix 5 Program,
Ms. Millette advised that it is hoped that the limited funds budgeted for Caltrans would
spread further and accomplish more projects. She added that while that portion ofI-5 which
runs through the City usually operates at a Level of Service C, during certain times during
the day (commute hours), the Level of Service drops to F. She added that while a failure
problem does not exist at this time, it could occur in the future.
Mary Machado, Executive Director for Shasta Voices, opposed the Fix 5 fee as a premature
approach to problems that may occur in the future.
Ron Largent, local businessman, did not believe that the traffic numbers referenced in the
staff report comprised primarily local traffic but a large number of out-of-state trucks which
regularly travel 1-5. He said that the development community is already burdened with
impact fees and their cumulative effect is overwhelming and prohibitive to growth.
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Jerry Wagar, Shasta Builders Exchange, urged the City Council to oppose the impact fee
proposal. He maintained that even without future development in Redding, the issues on 1-5
will become critical due to the heavy traffic from other areas. Mr. Wagar' also pointed to
potential lost revenue to the City if the impact fee is assessed to a development community
which he said can ill afford additional construction fees.
Willie Preston, Shasta County Taxpayers Association, expressed frustration that the proposed
fee program was brought forward believing it would set a dangerous policy precedent for
other types of fees.
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Mayor Stegall reiterated Ms. Millette's comments that in response to the wishes of the
developers for no surprise fees, Caltrans wanted to provide notice that this fee might be
imposed in the future.
Council Member Dickerson urged close scrutiny of the Fix 5 Program.
Council Member Jones was uncomfortable with the Fix 5 approach but supported acceptance
of the report.
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Council Member Bosetti advised he would vote "no" for consistency with his previous vote
on the issue.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Dickerson,
accepting the report regarding Fix 5 Improvement Program and taking no further action at
this time. The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Dickerson, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
Council Members - Bosetti
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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RESOLUTION - Authorizing Natural Gas Take-and-Pay contracts and Redding Electric
Utility'S (REU) participation in the M-S-R Energy Authority; and .
JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT - M-S-R Energy Authority
(E-120-058 & E-120-501)
Electric Utility Director F eider recalled that on August 3, 2007, the City Council directed the
Electric Utility Director to negotiate one or more 30-year Take-and-Pay natural gas contracts
and negotiate a 28- 30 year natural gas storage contract with Northwest Natural Gas Company
Northwest. He stated that the Take-and-Pay contracts involve the issuance of tax-exempt
bonds with the repayment guaranteed by the gas supplier (Citigroup) and not the City of
Redding. He said that PFM Financial Advisors (PFM) was retained to assist in the contract
negotiations, and after consideration of a number of factors, the Modesto-Santa Rosa-
Redding (M -S- R) Energy Commission determined that creation of a Joint Powers Authority
(M-S-R Energy Authority) was the best course of action for contracting the Take-and-Pay
natural gas. Mr. Feider added that the Northwest gas storage contract is near completion
with a 28-year term.
Mr. Feider recommended that a resolution be adopted authorizing the Electric Utility
Director to execute one or more Take-and-Pay contracts with Citigroup, authorize City
participation in the M-S-R Energy Authority with City representation on the new M-S-R
Authority, and approving a 28-year agreement with Northwest for natural gas storage.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Dickerson,
adopting Resolution No. 2008-139, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
authorizing the Electric Utility Director to execute one or more Take-and-Pay contracts with
Citigroup, authorizing City participation in the M -S- R Energy Authority with representation
on the new M-S-R Authority by the City Electric Utility Director or the Assistant Electric
Utility Director, and approving a 28-year agreement with Northwest for natural gas storage.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Jones, Murray, and Stegall
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 2008-139 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
ORDINANCE - Amending Redding Municipal Code Section 9.20.060 - Designation of V ery
High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and Fire Safe Building Construction Methods for Wildland-
Urban Interface
(F-210 & P-150-070)
Deputy Fire Chief Becker advised that the California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection (Cal Fire) are mandated by Public Resource Code Sections 4201-4204 and
Government Code Sections 51178-51181 to evaluate and update very high fire severity
zones, and Government Code Section 51179 also requires local agencies to update areas in
compliance with Cal Fire. He provided an overview of the proposed map which identifies
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areas at greater risk from fire danger and, along with the application manual, would ensure
that the highest level of fire protection from wildland fires is afforded the public.
Mr. Becker recommended that an ordinance be offered for first reading by title only and
waive the full reading, amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Section 9.20.060-
Designation of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and Fire Safe Building Construction
and Methods Manual for Wildland-Urban Interface for compliance with Cal Fire updates.
Jim McDilda, Redding resident, questioned requiring fire sprinklers on detached garages
which, in most cases, are not connected to water. While he supported the use of fire sprinkler
systems, he did not believe that fire sprinklers would prevent wildland fires.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Bosetti
approving amendments to Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Section 9.20.060-Designation
of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and Fire Safe Building Construction and Methods
Manual for Wildland-Urban Interface for compliance with Cal Fire updates.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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Council Member Dickerson offered Ordinance No. 2416 for first reading, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Section
9.20.060-Designation of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and Fire Safe Building
Construction and Methods Manual for Wildland-Urban Interface for compliance with Cal
Fire updates.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Bosetti,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2416 be waived, and that the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - Request for Proposals Schedule No. 4134,
Design of a New Police Facility; and
CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT - Nichols, Melburg, & Rossetto
(B-050-100 & C-050-550)
Transportation and Engineering Director Crane provided highlights of the Report to City
Council dated June 19, 2008, relating that the Request for Proposals Schedule No. 4134,
Design of a New Police Facility, will be a two-step design project with the first portion to
include preliminary schematic drawings and 3-D renderings to define key architectural
issues, including site and floor plans, exterior and interior elevations and other items with
a more defined probable cost. The second phase will be based on information provided in
the schematic first phase which will include design development services and contract
document preparation, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the proposed
project.
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Mr. Crane recommended that Request for Proposals Schedule No. 4134, Design of a New
Police Facility be awarded to Nichols, Melburg, & Rossetto in an amount not-to-exceed
$298,000; that the Mayor be authorized to execute a Consultant Services Agreement for the
first phase ofthe project with Nichols, Melburg, & Rossetto and that a contingency fund be
provided; that the City Manager be authorized to execute contract amendment increases up
to $30,000; and that staff be directed to negotiate a Consultant Services Agreement with
Nichols, Melburg, & Rossetto for the final phase design and to perform services during
construction.
Council Member Bosetti expressed concern moving forward to design a project when a site
has yet to be identified. In response, Police Chief Moty explained that the design can be
altered to fit several of the proposed locations.
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Council Member Jones did not support moving forward with the design of a proposed facility
that still lacks a dedicated funding source.
Chief Moty pointed out that unlike the current calculations, the schematic drawings will
define and fine-tune the costs for the building.
In response to Council Member Bosetti, City Attorney Duvernay pointed out that typical City
agreements include provisions to change the scope of services or terminate agreements in a
pay-as-you-go method. However, he stated that if Council decides to move forward, the
agreement will provide the maximum degree of flexibility.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Dickerson, seconded by Council Member Murray,
awarding Request for Proposals Schedule No. 4134, Design of a New Police Facility to
Nichols, Me1burg, & Rossetto in an amount not-to-exceed $298,000; authorizing the Mayor
to execute a Consultant Services Agreement for the first phase ofthe project with Nichols,
Melburg, & Rossetto and providing a contingency fund, and authorizing the City Manager
to execute contract amendment increases up to $30,000; and directing staff to negotiate a
Consultant Services Agreement with Nichols, Me1burg, & Rossetto for the final phase design
and to perform services during construction.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Murray, and Stegall
Council Members - Jones
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
RESOLUTION - Pertaining to Salary and Benefit Changes for Unrepresented Employees,
Effective June 29,2008
(P-l 00-050-1 00)
Personnel Director Johnson stated that there are currently 114 full-time and 275 part-time
Unrepresented Employees in the City. The proposed change is part of the annual review and
the following changes would be effective June 29,2008:
1. The Police Chief and Fire Chief classifications would not receive any salary
adjustment at this time due to recruitments this year;
2. The Battalion Chief classification would be adjusted by 4.5% in order to avoid salary
compaction between the Battalion Chiefs and the Fire Captains;
3. The Deputy Fire Chief classification would be adjusted by 4.5% in order to avoid
salary compaction between the Battalion Chiefs and the two Deputy Fire Chiefs;
4. A 2% adjustment for the rest ofthe Unrepresented Employees;
5. Employee co-payment requirements for generic, brand, and no generic available
prescription drugs to be increased effective July 1,2008, and again July 1,2009; and
6. Any employees hired after July 1, 2008, will pay 100% ofthe health care premium
at retirement from the City.
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Ms. Johnson recommended that a resolution be adopted approving salary changes and benefit
adjustments for Unrepresented Employees, effective June 29, 2008.
Council Member Dickerson clarified that the lack of a cost-of-living increase for the
classifications of Police and Fire Chiefs is not a reflection on soon-to-retire Police Chief
Motyand Fire Chief Fry who have served the community in a most exemplary manner, but
reflects an attempt to decrease employee and retirement costs.
Council Member Jones advised he would vote no because the of the weak economy and the
need to decrease expenses or at least maintain a zero increase.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Dickerson,
adopting Resolution No. 2008-140, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
approving salary changes and benefit adjustments for unrepresented employees, effective
June 29, 2008.
The Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members - Bosetti, Dickerson, Murray, and Stegall
Council Members - Jones
Council Members - None
Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 2008-140 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
ORAL REPORT - City Council Member attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at
City expense (Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234)
(A-050-060)
Council Member Murray reported attending the League of California Cities' Environmental
Quality Policy Committee meeting in Sacramento on June 26, 2008.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:47 p,m., Mayor Stegall declared the
meeting adjourned.
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