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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1985-01-07 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California January 7, l985 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Planning Director Phil Perry. The invocation was offered by Pastor Benjamin Pent of the Faith Evangelical Free Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirkpatrick with the follow- ing Council Members present: Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick. Council Members absent: Gard Also present were City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director Arness, Electric Director Lindley, Planning and Community Develop-ment Director Perry, Electrical Engineer Hurley, Associate Electrical Engineer Nichols, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Housing and Redevelopment Administrator Henson, Director of General Services Masingale, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Finance Downing, Director of Personnel Services Bristow, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Senior Associate Planner King, Accountant Sundin, Museum Director Bond, City Clerk Nichols, and Minute Clerk Rupp. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of December l7, l984 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers (B-l30-ll0) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. l2, check nos. l023l3 through l02784 inclusive, in the amount of $1,694,201.89, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. l2, check nos. 200846 through 20l467 inclusive, in the amount of $488,147.97, for the period December l, l984 through December l5, l984, be paid, and Payroll Register No. l3, check nos. 20l468 through 202079 inclusive, in the amount of $485,423.99 for the period December l6, l984, be paid. Total: $2,667,773.85 Claims for Damage and Personal Injury - lst Hearing Jim Blankenship by Attorney Lynn Fender - Claim for Personal Injury filed l2/l8/84 Recommend denial and refer to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Richard Leroy Wood by Attorney Robert Padrick - Claim for Personal Injury filed l2/l4/84 Recommend denial and refer to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Danny and Minnie Beeson by Attorney Lynn Fender - Claim for Personal Injury filed l2/l3/84 (Recommend denial and refer to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Maxine Tomei - Claim for Damages filed l2/5/84 Recommend partial payment in the amount of $372 (C-090-020) Award of Bid - Riding Tractor Mower (B-050-l00) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. l597, one (l) riding tractor mower, be awarded to Buffalo Machinery, on its low bid in the amount of $6,603.28. Award of Bid - ll5 KV Non-Ceramic Insulators (B-050-l00) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. l598, ll5 kv non-ceramic insulators, be awarded to Ohio Brass, the lowest evaluated bidder, in the amount of $339,674.99, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Furnishing and Installing Floor Covering for the Convention Bureau (B-050-l00) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. l600, furnishing and installing floor covering for the Convention Bureau, be awarded to Towne and Country Interiors, on its low bid in the amount of $5,634. Resolution - re Supplemental Appropriations for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, l985 (B-l30-070) Finance Director recommends that Resolution No. 85-l be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting certain supplemental appropriations and fund transfers, calculated as of December l, l984, and to be effective for the remain-der of the fiscal year ending June 30, l985. Set Public Hearing - re Water Management Plan (W-030-075) Public Works Director recommends that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M., January 2l, l985, to consider the proposed City of Redding Water Management Plan. Award of Bid - Redding Municipal Airport Drainage Channel (B-050-020 and A-090-l00) Public Works Director recommends that Bid Schedule No. l59l, Redding Municipal Airport Drainage Channel (Job No. 9549), be awarded to Robert J. Frank, in the amount of $28,655. It is further recommended that Council make the following findings re Bid Schedule No. l59l: l. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratify the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of Adminis-trative Review on April 4, l984. Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements - Quail Ridge Subdivision, Unit No. lA (S-l00-607) Public Works Director recommends that the improvements in Quail Ridge Subdivision, Unit No. lA, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and that the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Acceptance of Final Map - Churn Creek Meadows Subdivision, Unit No. 5 (S-l00-088) Public Works Director recommends that the final map be approved for Churn Creek Meadows Subdivision, Unit No. 5, that the Mayor be author-ized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and that the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Agreement - Parking and Business Improvement Area Board re Downtown Map (M-0l0-200-050 and P-030-230) City Attorney recommends that an agreement with the Parking and Business Improvement Area Board be renewed which provides for the City to receive $29,500 for the provision of free parking within the area for one calendar year, commencing January l, l985, through December 3l, l985. Resolution - Authorizing Contract for Architectural Services for Building Addition to Redding Museum and Art Center (C-050-450) City Attorney recommends that Resolution No. 85-2 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the cost of the architectural contract for the building addition at the Redding Museum and Art Center. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution Numbers 85-l and 85-2, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Communication from Drake Homes - re Multi-Family Mortgage Revenue Bond Inducement Resolutions (G-l00-l00) A letter was received from Anthony Symmes of Drake Homes regarding Multi-Family Mortgage Revenue Bond Inducement resolutions. These resolutions would enable Drake Homes to arrange financing for his housing projects from the proceeds of Mortgage Revenue Bonds sold by the City. A memorandum from the Housing and Redevelopment Administrator was also submitted recommending that this request be referred to staff to study how this request could be incorporated into the City's program, and how other participating developers could be provided the same consid-erations requested by Drake Homes. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the above request be referred to staff for further study. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Tony Symmes, representing Drake Homes, was present and reviewed the projects they are proposing. He emphasized some of the values of the mortgage revenue bond inducement resolutions as compared to the pooling program as proposed by the City. Mr. Symmes encouraged staff to work quickly to advise Council in this matter since they hope to begin their projects in May, l985. Application for Taxicab Owner's Permit - Richard and Robert Riley (T-l00-500) An application for taxicab owner's permit was received from Richard and Robert Riley of R & R Taxi, Anderson, asking for a permit to pick up passengers in Redding. City Attorney Hays advised that Council must address the public convenience and necessity for this permit, either at this point or at a public hearing. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Kirkpatrick, Mr. Hays said R & R Taxi presently can bring Anderson passengers into Redding but they cannot pick up passengers in Redding. Mr. Hays advised that the Redding Yellow Cab has met their insurance requirements and currently has four cab permits. Mr. Robert Riley, l730 Bruce Drive, said he has received many calls from people in Redding and he has tried, without success, to contact Yellow Cab. In response to a concern from Council Member Pugh about contacting Yellow Cab about this application, City Attorney Hays said the City Clerk has been in touch with the Mrs. Brezini about this matter. It was the consensus of Council that a public hearing should be held on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M., January 2l, l985. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Communication from Shasta County Employees Association - re Traffic Light at Court and Butte Streets (T-080-700) A letter was received from the Shasta County Employees Association requesting that a feasibility study be conducted to consider installa-tion of a traffic light at Court and Butte Streets. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Pugh that the request be referred to staff and the Traffic and Parking Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Debra Helm - re Coastal Care Center for the Mentally Disordered, on Churn Creek Road (L-0l0-390) A letter was received from Debra Helm concerning a use permit recently granted to Coastal Care Center, 3062 Churn Creek Road, for a convales-cent hospital for the mentally disordered. Mrs. Helm was opposed to such a facility in that location due to the proximity to three schools in the area. City Clerk Nichols noted a letter sent to Tom Sutton, the applicant of the subject use permit, by the Planning Department advising him that if he intends to construct a facility for the mentally disordered, he must amend his use permit (UP-60-84). City Attorney Hays said he has met with staff members of the Planning Department and a representative of the health care center and there may be some question as to whether they would be required to amend their use permit under the State Health and Safety Code. He said in reviewing this with the Planning staff, a facility for the mentally disordered was not openly discussed at the Planning Commission meeting when the use permit (UP-60-84), was approved. Mr. Hays pointed out that possibly the recommendation of the Planning Commis-sion would have been different if they knew the center would be dealing with these types of patients. Council Member Pugh said he is aware that several people are present to speak on this matter this evening; however, if this matter must be reheard by the Planning Commission, the protests should be heard in the proper forum. He also asked if the Council has any jurisdiction to revoke the permit. Mr. Hays advised that the matter should be reviewed and if it is found that full disclosure of the nature of the activities was not made to the Planning Commission, the City may have some recourse. Council Member Fulton was concerned about the people not having the opportunity to express their views. Council Member Demsher pointed out that it may not be wise to hold a public hearing on the basis of a letter. City Attorney Hays recommended that it be referred back to staff for a recommendation on how the City should proceed, based on the Health and Safety Code and the State licensing procedures. He said it can then be determined if the use permit is a valid one. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the above matter be referred to staff for review and report back to Council. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LAKE KESWICK SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. l982-6 (A-l70-l00-330) Special Bond Counsel Sperry submitted two resolutions for adoption. He recommended that Council accept the offer of Municicorp, without prejudice to rescind the resolution if the proponents are not in favor of the terms. He said he has not been able to reach the people before the meeting today. Council concurred with the above recommendation. Resolution - Authorizing Issuance of Series A Bonds MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 85-3 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing issuance of Series A Bonds, for Lake Keswick Sewer Assessment District No. l982-6. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-3 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution - Ordering Sale of Bonds to Municicorp of California MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 85-4 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering sale of bonds to Municicorp of California for Lake Keswick Sewer Assessment District No. l982-6. This resolution is adopted without prejudice to rescind, on or before the next regular Council Meeting. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-4 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. VICTOR AVENUE BRIDGE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. l983-9 (A-l70-020-900) Special Bond Counsel Sperry advised that since the last Council meeting, he has submitted a letter to the Director of Public Works responding to the issues that were raised. He said he is not aware of any method available at this time for property owners to avoid assessments. Mr. Sperry said the approach used by the Engineer of Work in estimating benefit is objective, fair and defensible. Mr. Sperry noted that in regards to Mr. Brooks' parcel, Eckelman & Scarborough will be deeding property to the City for road right of way to Victor Avenue. He added that Mr. Len Wingate, attorney representing Mr. Brooks has advised him that he has been instructed to begin litigation proceedings against the City if the assessment district is approved. Mr. Steve Hudson as well as other opponents stood in the audience and asked to be heard. Mayor Kirkpatrick advised that the public hearing has been closed, and in fairness to both sides, no further public comments could be heard at this time. City Attorney Hays stated that he felt Mr. Hudson's concerns were adequate-ly addressed as well as the concerns of the other property owners and he sees no legal necessity to re-open the public hearing. He said if Council determined to hold a public hearing, it would be necessary to set another time certain and publish the hearing according to legal require-ments. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that the public hearing re Victor Avenue Bridge Assessment District No. l983-9, be scheduled for 7:30 P.M., January 2l, l985, or the first meeting which meets legal requirements. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Pugh abstaining PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-ll-84, by Kevin Broderick (A-0l0-l00) The hour of 7:30 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-ll-84, by Kevin Broderick. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January 3, l985 The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo-randum to Council dated January 3, l985. He stated that the Planning Commission has unanimously recommended abandonment of the undeveloped portion of Chestnut Street located north of Rosaline Avenue. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the draft negative declaration. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the unused right of way be abandoned, and that a resolution be adopted abandoning the right of way subject to the retention of a ten-foot--wide public service easement, and ratifying the negative declaration. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Resolution No. 85-5 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to vacate and abandon an unimproved portion of the Chestnut Street Right of Way (A-ll-84), and ratifying the negative declaration. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-5 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-l2-84, by Susan Knapp (A-0l0-l00) The hour of 7:30 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-l2-84, by Susan Knapp. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January 3, l985 The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo-randum to Council dated January 3, l985. He stated that the Planning Commission has recommended abandonment of an unimproved portion of the Scenic Drive right of way adjacent to the rear of property located at 9l5 Sierra Vista Drive. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the draft negative declaration. Mr. Perry explained that the City's interest in the strip of land is held "in fee"; that is, the City owns the property, as opposed to possessing an easement for right of way. Since the City has fee title, he said, the usual abandonment procedure does not apply; rather, the property must be found to be surplus or unnecessary for public purposes. If found surplus, it then can be sold or unchanged. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the right of way is not necessary for public street purposes and that the City Attorney be authorized to dispose of the property subject to retention of a public-utility easement across the area and retention of access rights by the City to Scenic Drive. Mr. Perry said the land to be sold would be that portion abutting the adjacent owner inter-ested in the excess right of way. It is also recommended that the negative declaration be ratified. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Council make the following findings re Abandonment Application A-l2-84, by Sue Knapp: l. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratifies the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of Administrative Review on October 3l, l984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher authorizing the City Attorney to dispose of the property subject to retention of a public utility easement across the area and retention of access rights by the City to Scenic Drive. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l3-84, by Joe Machado (G-030-0l0) The hour of 7:30 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l3-84, by Joe Machado. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January 4, l985 The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo-randum to Council dated January 4, l985. He stated that the Planning Commission recommended amendment of the General Plan on properties located at 2750 and 2780 Reservoir Lane from "Residential, 6.0 units per acre" to "Residential, 9.0 units per acre." A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and the draft negative declaration was submitted to Council. Mr. Perry said that staff recommended denial to the Commission for the following reasons: l. The number of single-family homes and owner-occupied lots exist-ing along the street. 2. Street safety and chances for improvements. 3. General Plan consistency with the stated use and proposed zoning. 4. Follow-up applications from owners to the north and justification for denial of like applications to the north. 5. Sewer capacity. 6. The fact that the applicant's property is already more inten-sively utilized than most parcels on the street. It is the recommendation of staff that GPA-l3-84 be denied. It is further recommended, if Council determines that the amendment should be approved, that the negative declaration be ratified and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution. Joe Machado, 2750 Reservoir Lane, submitted a report to Council including maps comparing Alfreda Way and Reservoir Lane. He pointed out the differences in the two streets and objected to the traffic count comparisons made by staff. Mr. Machado noted that since the previous applications for General Plan amendments on Reservoir Lane, Victor Avenue has been extended which reroutes much of the traffic. He said only about 22% of the street consists of owner-occupied residences. He also noted that the present classification allows l22 units on the street and his proposed project would be within that number. Mr. Machado explained that if approved, the additional units will have enclosed garages which will get the additional cars off the street. He noted that there have been no objections from neighbors regarding this project. He emphasized that the members of the Planning Commis-sion saw merit to his application and recommended approval by a vote of five to two. He asked for Council's approval of the project. Gary Anthis, l890 Manchester, who has been working with Mr. Machado on this project, said from inception it has been their intention to add these units if they could be an enhancement to the property. He said, Mr. Machado has prepared a plan that will not adversely affect traf-fic. Mr. Anthis felt the traffic would have no adverse impact on the area. He asked for Council's approval. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Fulton said he has some concerns about the application such as follow-up applications from property owners to the north for more intense development. He was also concerned about the sewer situation being marginal, at best. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Demsher that General Plan Application GPA-l3-84, by Joe Machado, be denied. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-23-84 (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that full reading of Ordinance No. l7ll be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Ordinance No. l7ll be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section l8.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-23-84). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Ordinance No. l7ll is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-l-8l (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that full reading of Ordinance No. l7l2 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Ordinance No. l7l2 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section l8.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-l-8l). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Abstain: Council Members - Pugh Ordinance No. l7l2 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Traffic and Parking Commission (B-080-550) MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that full reading of Ordinance No. l7l3 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Ordinance No. l7l3 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Sections 2.72.020 and 2.72.050 of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to the Traffic and Parking Commission. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Ordinance No. l7l3 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Alcohol in City Parks (A-ll0-070 and P-050) MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that full reading of Ordinance No. l7l4 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Ordinance No. l7l4 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter l0.20 of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to alcohol in City Parks. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Ordinance No. l7l4 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT - Fiscal Year Ended June 30, l984 (B-l30-070) Finance Director Downing submitted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year ended June 30, l984. She thanked Council Members for their interest and support, and the Finance Department staff and the City's auditors, Gandy, Scott, Tollefson & Company, for their assistance in preparing this report. Mrs. Downing introduced Larry Lash from Gandy, Scott, Tollefson & Company. Mr. Lash said they have examined the financial statement of the City of Redding and feel it is a fair representative of the City's financial position. He added that their examination was conducted in accordance with the single audit concept. Mr. Lash emphasized that the Finance Department should be commended for its progressive accounting practices and thanked Mrs. Downing, and the Finance Department staff for their assistance in performing this audit. Mayor Kirkpatrick noted that it is nice to hear praise where praise is due and thanked Mrs. Downing and the Finance Department for doing a fine job again this year. RESOLUTION - Authorizing Contract to Ecological Anlysts, Inc. for Response to Department of Interior's Evaluation Report re Proposed Lake Red Bluff Project (E-l20-070-400) Electric Director Lindley recommended that Council award a contract to Ecological Analysts, Inc. for the preparation of responses to the Depart-ment of Interior's Evaluation Report and letters pertaining to the proposed Lake Red Bluff Project; authorize expenditures of $l9,000 for this work; and adopt a resolution which pro-vides authorization for the Mayor to sign the contract documents. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Fulton, Mr. Lindley replied that Ecological Analysts has assured the City that they can complete their response by the February l deadline. Council Member Pugh confirmed that the work EA has done for the City thus far has been outstanding and they have met all time lines. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 85-6 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the contract to prepare responses to the FWS/BOR evaluation report and CDFG and NMFS letters on the Lake Red Bluff Power Project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute the same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-6 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. DRAFT CABLE T.V. ORDINANCE (T-040-050) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted for Council's review, a draft Cable Ordinance for the City of Redding. He said the draft was prepared by Computran Systems Corporation and has been reviewed by special counsel and the Cable Committee. Mr. Perry advised that the ordinance will be submitted on January 2l, l985, for consideration by Council. Council Member Fulton asked if a public hearing is necessary for the adoption of the proposed ordinance. It was the concensus of the Council that all parties involved have been given every opportunity to comment on the preparation of the proposed ordinance, including Viacom, and did not feel it would be necessary to conduct a public hearing. RESOLUTION - Approving Provisions of Memorandum of Understanding with Local Union l37, Teamsters (P-l00-050-l50) MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 85-7 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the provisions of the Memorandum of Under-standing between the City of Redding and the General Teamsters, Local Union l37, effective December 30, l984. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-7 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Change of Salary for Police Services Technician (P-l00-320) Personnel Director Bristow recommended that the salary for the Police Services Technician classification be increased to a flat rate of $9.49 per hour to compensate these individuals for their level of duties and respon-sibility. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 85-8 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 84-259 by modifying the em-ployee classification schedule and salary plan established by said resolu-tion. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 85-8 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. REQUEST TO HOLD HYDROPLANE RACES - Sacramento River at Lake Redding Park (E-020-l00 and P-050-270) Recreation and Parks Director Riley advised that Mark Legarra has requested permission to conduct hydroplane races on the Sacramento River on three separate dates during l985. He said the Recreation and Parks Commission has recommended denial of this request based on noise levels, traffic congestion, and alcohol-related problems. Mr. Riley noted that Mr. Legarra is now appealing this decision to the City Council. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Kirkpatrick about the City's jurisdic-tion over activities on the River, the City Attorney advised that this request is actually for the use of the boat dock and parking lot at Lake Redding Park. He said the City does not control the Sacramento River. Mark Legarra, president of the Shasta Hydroplane Association, said they are asking for the use of the launching ramp. He indicated that they had a video of some races in other cities which they would like to show the Council and audience. He said these are annual events and are received well. Larry Tilden, 745 Lakeview Drive, said they have submitted petitions containing approximately 90 names objecting to these proposed races. He said many of the people who signed the petition indicated that they would gladly circulate the petitions for additional signatures if necessary. Mr. Tilden emphasized that these are people who live in the area. He said surrounding properties have been faced with this problem numerous times and the worst problem is the noise. Parking is another major problem, he said. Mr. Tilden added that activities at the Senior Citizens Center are inter-rupted and parking overflows into their lot. He pointed out that people also trespass into backyards, bringing beer and leaving litter behind. Mr. Tilden concluded by saying, approval of this event would cast great criti-cism on the Council. He emphasized that he is opposed to any kind of boat races within the City limits. Sally Burnham, 785 Lakeview Drive, complained about the noise and said during the boat races last April, she was forced to leave her home. She added that several other organizations using the park were also affected by this event. She pointed out that one of the goals of the Redding General Plan is not to increase noise levels in residential areas. Ms. Burnham stressed that this is not an appropriate site for such a race and it is Council's responsibility to protect the quality of life in Redding. Scott Carter, 3389 Harlan Drive, said he monitored the boat races last year and recorded a maximum of l08 decibals, compared to the City's recorded maximum of l0l.5. He said he is very concerned about the noise. Mr. Carter said that, while the City cannot control activities on the River, it can control noise levels. He also noted that this event precludes other people from using the River during those three weekends. He added that people who attend these events do not observe the "no drinking" and "no littering" laws in the park. Paul Fuchs, who is involved with the Senior Citizens of Shasta County and the Teen Center, said he doesn't like the effect these events have on people using the Senior Citizens Center and the Teen Center. He also added that they had to hire security officers last year during the boat races at a cost of $l00. Mr. Fuchs objects to these races. Clarence Smith, Past President of the Senior Citizens of Shasta County, 5554 Honeycomb, objected to the boat races. Susan Peyn, a resident of Sunset Terrace, said she represents her neighbors. She said she can hear and see the boats from her house and the sound is tremendous. She said it was necessary for her to leave her home last year. She objected to the request and asked Council to vote "no". Rich Harlin of Medford, Oregon, said he has become involved with the sport of hydroplaning. He said the use was no sale of alcohol by the Hydroplane Association last year and said it was generally discouraged. He said these races provide an activity for teens and people of all ages, as well as families. Mr. Harlin said this area needs more activities such as this. Lori Baker, l985 l0th Street, said she enjoyed the races last year and would like to see it approved. Ted Deuel, President of the Shasta County Senior Citizens, said parking was a problem last year for the Senior Citizen's Center and the Teen Center. He asked that the event be denied. Chris Korntved, 224 Masonic Avenue, Weaverville, said he has attended boat races in the past and finds them entertaining for all ages. He noted that five young ladies were also present to support this activity. He felt the noise is not that great of a problem and added that the River is for everyone's use. He felt that for a short period of time, it could not create that big of a problem. Bill Benson, 308 Turaline, said he objects to the noise. He said the noise also frightens wildlife and effects real estate values. Mr. Benson noted that traffic congestion is a problem. He pointed out that in addi-tion to the three weekends, there are numerous uncontrolled practice times. James Ceragioli, l86l Shasta Pines Way, said the noise is not that bad and the event gives people something to do. Bill Eggert, 3l6 Travertine Court, emphasized that the people who spoke on behalf of the races do not live in the area. He stressed that Council needs to respond to the people who live in the area. Council Member Demsher said that when the boat races were going on last year, they were greatly audible from his residence on North Street. He did not feel that people who bought homes in the area should have to contend with that level of noise. He felt it was an invasion of privacy. Mr. Demsher emphasized that when looking at the record, other communities have disapproved these activities because of the noise and noted that the races held last year on a trial basis did not work out too well. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that the request for the use of the boat launch and parking facilities in Lake Redding Park for hydroplane races on the Sacramento River, be denied. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS - January l985 (A-050-300) Public Works Director Arness presented the Public Works Planning Reports for January l985. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Bid Schedule No. l532, Construction of 8-Place T-Hangar and Relocate Six Port-A-Ports at Municipal Airport and Other Miscellaneous Improvements (B-050-020 and A-090-l00) MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Bid Schedule No. l532 (Job Nos. 9440, 944l, 9444), construction of 8-place T-hangar and relocate six port-a-ports at Municipal Airport and other miscellaneous improvements, be accepted as satisfactorily completed by Donald F. Gallino, Inc., and that the City Clerk be instructed to file the Notice of Completion (final contract price $2l2,6l0.03). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Abstain: Council Members - Pugh SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS City Attorney advised that the following claim has been settled by the City Insurance Carrier: Sue Hawkey - Claim for Damages filed l0/l9/84 Settled in the Amount of $l,673.65 (C-090-020) ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association: (B-l30-030) Publicity Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-ll0-l40) Saddlehorn Saloon, Inc. 2655 Bechelli Lane ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 9:l5 P.M., Mayor Kirkpatrick declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: _____________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ City Clerk