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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1986-01-20 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California January 20, l986 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Deputy City Attorney McNeill. The invocation was offered by Pastor David Jensen of the First Baptist Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirkpatrick with the follow- ing Council Members present: Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick. Also present were City Manager Courtney, Director of Public Works Arness, Director of Electric Lindley, Director of Planning and Commu- nity Development Perry, Director of Finance Downing, Director of General Services Masingale, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Traffic Engineer-Planner Will, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, Senior Assistant Planner Hanson, Systems Analyst Erwin, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Rupp. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Kirkpatrick advised that consideration of the Notice of Comple- tion for Bid Schedule No. l696, is removed from the Consent Calendar and placed on the regular agenda. The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of January 6, l986 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers (B-l30-ll0) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. l3, check nos. ll0666 through ll0923 inclusive, in the amount of $3,587,168.15, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. l4, check nos. 2l8933 through 2l957l inclusive, in the amount of $552,913.80, for the period December 29, l985, through January ll, l986, be approved. TOTAL $4,140,081.95 Treasurer's Report - December 3l, l985 (B-l30-l50) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $l9,347,034.96 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $98,898,503.l7 Award of Bid - Brochures "Redding--Another California" (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l7l9, brochures "Redding--Another California," be awarded to the low bidder, The Press Room, in the amount of $l2,292.82, sales tax in- cluded. Award of Bid - Single Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers with Three Phase Feedthru (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l720, single phase pad type distribution transformers with three phase feedthru, be awarded to Westinghouse Electric Supply Company with an evaluated bid of $98,l56.l2 and a purchase price of $50,966.92, including sales tax. Award of Bid - Miscellaneous Trees and Plants (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l722, miscellaneous trees and plants, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Western Tree Nurseries, in the amount of $5,206.66, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Hydraulic Elevator Maintenance (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l723, hydraulic elevator maintenance, be awarded to Shasta Elevator Company for a monthly rate of $l95. Request for Purchase - Two Vehicles from Avis Corporation (A-050-320) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council authorize the purchase of two sedans from Avis Corporation, at a total cost of approximately $l8,000, including sales tax and smog certification. Resolution - re Supplemental Appropriations for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, l986 (B-l30-070) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 86-l2 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting certain supplemental appropriations, calculated as of December 3l, l985, and to be effective for the remainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, l986. Set Public Hearing - re Planned Development Application PD-3-85, by Gary Stokes (L-0l0-2l0-090) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for February l8, l986, to consider Planned Development Application PD-3-85, by Gary Stokes. Resolution - re Parking Prohibitions on Placer Street and Churn Creek Road (P-030-250) It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that Resolution No. 86-l3 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding prohibiting parking at all times (l) along the west curb line of Churn Creek Road a distance of l00 feet from the south right-of-way line of Loma Vista; and (2) l00 feet of parking on the north curb line of Placer Street from the prolongation of the west right-of-way line of Magnolia Street. Resolution - re Designation of Through Roadways (T-080-500 and T-080-720) It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that Resolution No. 86-l4 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Traffic Control Map by the installa- tion at various locations of several traffic control devices and by reclassification of roadways. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements - Churn Creek Meadows Subdivision, Unit No. 5 *(S-070-230 and S-l00-088) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 86-l5 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Dandelion Drive, Fiddleneck Drive, Buttercup Lane, and a portion of El Verano Street in the Churn Creek Meadows Subdivision, Unit No. 5. It is further recommended that the improvements in Churn Creek Meadows Subdivision, Unit No. 5, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements - Keswick Estates Subdivision *(S-070-230 and S-l00-375) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 86-l6 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Mariposa Court, Dickson Drive, and a portion of East Keswick Dam Road in the Keswick Estates Subdivision. It is further recommended that improvements in the Keswick Estates Subdivision be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements - Wood- haven Homes Subdivision, Unit No. 7 *(S-070-230 and S-l00-808) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 86-l7 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Floral Way, Timber- creek Drive, and a portion of Marlene Avenue in the Woodhaven Homes Subdivision, Unit No. 7. It is further recommended that the improvements in the Woodhaven Homes Subdivision, Unit No. 7, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. Resolution - re Encroachment Agreement with Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District for Construction of a Storm Drain Line (S-070-300) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 86-l8 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving two encroachment agreements between the City of Redding and Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District to construct a 29" by 45" oval reinforced-concrete pipe and a 24" irrigation line, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. - - - - MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 86-l2, 86-l3, 86-l4, 86-l5, 86-l6, 86-l7, and 86-l8, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Tri-Aerial Enterprizes - Request to Hold Skydiving Exhibition (C-050-050) A communication was received from Tri-Aerial Enterprizes requesting approval to hold a skydiving exhibition near the Civic Auditorium during the annual Sports Show sponsored by KRCR on February l5 and l6, l986. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard approving the request from Tri-Aerial Enterprizes as stated above, subject to the submittal of the necessary insurance certificate to be approved by the City Attorney. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Communication from Lauren Cheda - re Traffic Hazard at 320 Hilltop Drive (T-080-300) A letter was received from Mr. Lauren E. Cheda pointing out a traffic hazard at 320 Hilltop Drive which he contends came about when the street was restriped with a new double center line. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that the communication from Lauren Cheda be referred to staff. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PRESENTATION - Old City Hall Restoration Committee (C-050-500) At this time Council Member Demsher, member of the Old City Hall Restoration Committee presented Howard Kirkpatrick and Northern California Insurance Agency with a framed copy of Resolution No. 85-40, in appreciation of their financial support for the restoration of Old City Hall. Mr. Demsher expressed his great pleasure and appreciation for this support. Mr. Demsher noted that a State grant has been applied for, and with those grant monies, along with an additional $34,000 in donations, the project could be completed for the City's Centennial in l987. PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal by Mark Swanson of Tentative Subdivision Map S-l4-85, Hacienda Heights Subdivision (S-l00-260) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re appeal by Mark Swanson of Tentative Subdivision Map S-l4-85, by Hacienda Heights Subdivision. 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 l7, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l7, l986. He stated that the Planning Commission approved Tentative Map S-l4-85, Hacienda Heights, granting permission to create 396 lots on l62 acres located north of Old Alturas Road, south of Highway 299 East, and east of Churn Creek. Included with approval of the subdivision was the approval of con- struction of 4,500 feet of the proposed Shasta View Drive to connect the project to Old Alturas Road. Mr. Perry advised that after the approval, a letter was received appealing the approval route for Shasta View Drive. Mr. Perry pointed out that objections to Shasta View Drive focus on its specific alignment, not the general proposal for a limited access street connecting Old Alturas Highway to the proposed subdivision and then north to College View Drive. He said the proposed route abuts the west property line of lots fronting on Gibraltar Avenue for almost the entire 4,500 feet between the subdivision and Old Alturas Highway. At the Planning Commission hearing, Mr. Perry advised that several property owners who live on Gibraltar Avenue stated they wished to have the road shifted 300 feet to the west. In summary, they prefer having the rear yards of future lots abutting their property rather than a limited access, high-speed street, he said. Mr. Perry reviewed some of the existing conditions and design criteria for the project before reviewing the three alternative routes. It is the recommendation of staff that the appeal be denied. Mr. Perry stated that the issues really hinge on expectations of adjoining property owners, a functional alignment, and several owners along Gibraltar that built their houses about 200 feet from Gibraltar and 20 to 30 feet from the back property line. He said, at some point in the future, most of the lots along Gibraltar will be further subdivided, and added that this type of issue will continue to occur in areas that have developed without consideration being given for the future. Steve Mahowald, 870 Gibraltar Avenue, was in support of the appeal. He said he is against the proposed placement of Shasta View Drive, which would place a 45 mile-per-hour roadway adjacent to his backyard. Mr. Mahowald emphasized that there is no requirement for the developer to protect existing homes. He stated that no new buyers in the proposed subdivision will be exposed to such an intense roadway, except by choice. Mr. Mahowald voiced concern that his children could not play safely in their own backyards. He felt more consideration should have been given to existing homes and the safety of the resi- dents. He requested either a barrier or an alternate route. Chris Stevenson, 2704 Some Place, a realtor with Red Carpet Realty and representing Preston and Chibone (a large l0-acre parcel), pointed out that the opponents to Alternate l did not speak out at the previous meetings and felt they were trying to thwart the development. She said Preston and Chibone would not want their property bisected to accommodate Alternative 3. Council Member Pugh announced that he would be abstaining from any further discussion on this matter and left the meeting at this time. Harold Young, l250 Gibraltar, said this is the third meeting he has attended. He added that many of the Gibraltar Avenue residents have been to three hearings and have opposed Alternate l each time. Mr. Young pointed out that eventually Shasta View is proposed to be a four lane road with a speed limit of 55 miles-per-hour. He suggested that other alternates could be used such as Roseland. Mr. Young said residents don't object to the subdivision, but to the proposed access route. Mark Swanson, said he is having a house built at l032 Gibraltar. He said they chose the lot because of its quiet, country setting. Mr. Swanson said he checked with the Planning Department before purchasing the property and he was told that on the General Plan, the proposed road was quite a ways from my property. He said a year later, he checked with Planning and was told that the plan was not changed. Mr. Swanson said the proposed road will threaten his life and property. Mr. Swanson said he concurs with Alternate 3, or reluctantly, Alter- nate 2, which would spare the majority of residents on Gibraltar. Mr. Swanson stated that before the last Planning Commission meeting, their neighborhood leader was Mr. Blehm. However, Mr. Swanson indicated that the developer of Hacienda Heights agreed to do some work on his property if Mr. Blehm would drop out of the opposition group. Mr. Swanson felt this will become one of the noisiest areas in Redding and no provisions have been made for fencing or curb and gutters. He noted that run-off will be greatly increased. He felt the City should make it clear to developers that they cannot endanger existing devel- op-ment. Mr. Swanson said that at the Planning Commission meeting their group felt ignored and no one addressed the issues of noise and safety. John Sharrah, 8072 Granada, engineer for the developer, stated that when the subdivision was proposed, one of the conditions was access from the south. He said the Shasta View alignment (Alternative l) has several advantages. Mr. Sharrah explained that it sets up network corridors needed for the community as the area grows. He said they have already obtained right-of-way for the road from property owners to the north. Mr. Sharrah felt they opted for the best alignment. Mr. Sharrah advised that they addressed Mr. Blehm's concerns regarding flooding and access from Gibraltar. He said they agreed to provide an access road from Gibraltar to the proposed Shasta View Drive. Fred Withrow, 2538 Old Alturas Road, supports the Planning Commission recommendation for the alignment of the road. He said the road will pass along his western property line, but felt the benefits outweigh the detriments of the road. He suggested that a barrier might allev- iate some of the objections. Debbie Peterson, 2520 Old Alturas Road (corner of Old Alturas and Gibraltar), objected to the proposed alignment because her children will be in danger. She said when Old Alturas is widened, it will also impact her children's playing area. She suggested putting a buffer between them and the road. Bill Maus, 987 Gibraltar (owner of l0 acres), said he asked for the access road to be on his property and noted that the original proposal would have caused a much greater impact on a neighbor's property with a much smaller lot. He suggested that a barrier along the road would be helpful. Chester White, ll2l Modoc Lane, asked if they will have access to their properties and if it will raise taxes. Mayor Kirkpatrick advised that it will have no effect on taxes because they are set by State law. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard commented that this project seems to be bordering on premature development. Mr. Perry explained that the area is classified as "Urban" on the General Plan and is in the City limits. He said the basic issue was access to the property. Council Member Fulton said the property on Gibraltar is being sand- wiched in on both sides. Council Member Gard felt that these people bought property and based their decisions on what the General Plan said would happen. She said no one wants their property sandwiched between two roads. Ms. Gard questioned whether the City should protect people who buy in the future or those who have already made an investment. Mayor Kirkpatrick agreed with staff and the Planning Commission that the residents have selected an area that has lots that are 300 feet deep and have placed their homes within 20 to 30 feet of the rear property lines. He said it is always an impact on property owners when a road is built. Mr. Kirkpatrick pointed out that everybody has a right to develop his property and Alternates 2 and 3 are just shifting the problems to somebody else. He asked about providing a buffer if Alternate l is selected. Mr. Perry advised that Council could add a condition requiring a fence. Council Member Demsher agreed with Council Members Fulton and Gard that people purchased property with certain expectations and this road would impact the quality of their future existence. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the appeal by Mark Swanson of Tentative Subdivision Map S-l4-85, Hacienda Heights, be upheld and that the Alternate 3 align- ment be adopted. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, and Gard Noes: Council Members - Kirkpatrick Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Pugh PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment of Title l7 of the Redding Municipal Code for Vesting Tentative Maps (S-l00) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re amendment of Title l7 of the Redding Municipal Code for vesting tentative maps. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January l6, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l6, l986. He stated that the Planning Commission has unanimously recommended approval of the draft vesting tentative map ordinance. A copy of the draft negative declaration was submitted to Council. Mr. Perry explained that under the new law, the rights accruing to a subdivider upon approval of a vesting tentative map are statutory and deemed to constitute "vested rights." This enables the development to proceed in substantial compliance with local ordinances, policies, and standards in effect at the time of the application. Mr. Perry noted that he does not expect to see a lot of these maps and should not present a great impact on the planning staff. It is the recommendation of the Commission and staff that the negative declaration be ratified and that the City Attorney be asked to prepare an ordinance for introduction at the next Council meeting with the addition of l7.72.l00(b). MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Council make the following findings re amendment of Title l7 of the Redding Municipal Code for vesting tentative maps: 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 Planning Commission on December l0, l985. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance for introduction at the next Council meeting with the addition of l7.72.l00(b). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Planning Fees for Vesting Tentative Maps and Development Agreements (A-050-250 and S-l00) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re planning fees for vesting tentative maps and devel- opment agreements. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning and Community Development Director Perry advised that this year, the City must enact an ordinance to provide for vesting tenta- tive maps. He explained that they expect the processing of a tenta- tive map under this ordinance to be more time consuming than a conven- tional map. Mr. Perry pointed out that the resolu-tion recently modifying planning fees did not include fees for vesting tentative maps nor for development agreements. He submitted a draft resolution establishing a schedule for those items. It is the recommendation of staff that a resolution be adopted amend- ing planning fees. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-l9 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution No. 85-236 and establishing an amended schedule of planning permit fees to be paid for rezoning applications, environmental impact reports, use permit applications, variance applications, amendments to the Zoning Code, amendments to the General Plan, and copying charges. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-l9 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment of the "R-4" Multiple Family Residential District (L-0l0-500-050) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re amendment of the "R-4" Multiple Family Residential District. 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 l6, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l6, l986. He stated that the Planning Commission has recommended amending the "R-4" Multiple Family Residen- tial District and the "R-4" Combining District. Mr. Perry listed the current and potential "R-4" properties in the City and reviewed the proposed ordinance as drafted. He explained that the proposed ordinance as drafted, does the following: l. Establishes an expanded and clearer description of permitted uses and uses subject to first obtaining a use permit. The proposed ordinance also details the treatment of signs. 2. Reduces overall residential densities and increases minimum parcel sizes. 3. Establishes minimum design criteria to achieve compatibility between residential and nonresidential uses. Included are the establishment of building height, building setback, landscaping, fencing, parking, and trash enclosure requirements. 4. Establishes multiple-family density levels that would achieve comparable traffic impacts to office development. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the negative declaration be ratified and the draft ordinance be offered for first reading. Ralph Fredricksen, l905 Riveria Drive, said he has three parcels located on the corner of Victor Avenue and Highway 44, which are zoned R-4. He objected to the proposed changes in density because he will lose three units. Mr. Perry advised that this area was modified at the Planning Commis- sion meeting to maintain the existing density. Therefore, his parcels will not be affected. Guy Miller, 9587 Park Ridge Drive, Anderson, said he also owns property on the corner of Victor and Highway 44. He expressed the same concern as Mr. Fredricksen that he would lose parcels and the property would be reduced in value. Mr. Perry explained that Mr. Miller's parcels are included in the area that the density was left unchanged. 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 Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Council make the following findings relative to amendment of the "R-4" Multiple Family Residential District. 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, CA and, ratified the negative declaration approved by the Planning Commission on December l0, l985. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Demsher offered Ordinance No. l755 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapters l8.l6 and l8.l8 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to Multiple-Family Residential (R-4) District and Combining District - R-4 District respectively. ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-l8-85, by City of Redding (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the full reading of Ordinance No. l754 be waived and the Deputy 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. l754 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-l8-85). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. l754 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES - Economic Development Report (L-040-l50-400) Council Member Gard reported that nothing new has come up pertaining to economic development through the National League of Cities. She stated that all the resources the NLC has, have been made available through the League of California Cities. Ms. Gard noted that the State League is doing a very good job, and the Northern California division of the League is also doing very well. Council Member Fulton asked about the cost of the NLC dues. Ms. Gard advised that she believes the dues are $l800. Council Member Fulton suggested that possibly the City should not renew its membership with the NLC if it is getting the same benefit from the State League. Ms. Gard concurred and suggested that possibly a consortium of cities could be formed and that money could be invested in a Washington lobbyist. Council Member Fulton suggested that other cities of similar size may have some of the same interests as Redding, and have problems that are unique to our size city. He said he would support that type of effort. Ms. Gard noted that the LCC went back to a full-time lobbyist because of the problems with the NLC. Mr. Demsher suggested that we select 80 to 90 cities and write to them to determine if they would be interested in joining a consortium and hire a lobbyist to try to accomplish some common goals. Council Members concurred. Ms. Gard said she will report back after attending the LCC Board Meeting on Friday. RESOLUTION - re Bill Crediting Agreement Between City of Redding and Western Area Power Administration (E-l20-900) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated January l4, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that during the course of the past few years, Western has been negotiating with various outside suppliers to obtain additional resources for its customers. Mr. Lindley said in order to accommodate payment for the resources purchased and not further impact its annual budget, Western has negotiated with its five largest customers to participate in a bill crediting arrangement. He explained that the arrangement allows for credits to be issued on a monthly basis by Western to the account of the individual customer for payments made by the customer on behalf of Western to Western's power supplier. Mr. Lindley advised that the City Attorney has approved the agreement as to form, and it is recommended that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the agreement. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-20 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the bill crediting contract with customers of the Central Valley Project, entered into between the City of Redding and the United States of America, acting through the administrator, Western Area Power Administration, an agency of the Department of Energy, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-20 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - to Modify Exhibit 2B of Supplement No. 2 to Power Sales Contract Between City of Redding and Western Area Power Administration (E-l20-900) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated January 9, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that Supplement No. 2 to Contract No. DE-MS65-83WP59008, the City's primary contract with the Western Area Power Adminis-tration for electrical service to the City, provides for Western to supply wheeling for power purchased by the City from Pacific Gas and Electric Company Supplement No. 2 further provides for the City to annually request from Western the maximum transmission rate of delivery desired by the City for the next three years. It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council approve a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the necessary documents. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Resolution No. 86-2l be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving exhibit 2B to Supplement No. 2 of the Power Sales Contract with Western Area Power Administration and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-2l is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Award Contract to Drazen-Brubaker and Associates for Professional Services Regarding Pacific Gas and Electric Company's November, l985 Request for Wholesale Rate Increase (E-090-l60) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated January l5, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that PGandE has filed a Notice of Rate Change with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. He said the proposed rate change, if implemented, will substantially increase the City's cost for supple- mental power purchased from PGandE. It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council adopt a resolution approving a contract with Drazen-Brubaker and Associates for rate analysis services. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Resolution No. 86-22 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the contract between the City of Redding and Drazen-Brubaker & Associates, Inc. for rate analysis services i connection with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company FERC rate case, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-22 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Purchase and Installation of Waterflow Equipment from Accusonic Division, Ferranti O.R.E., Inc., for the Whiskeytown Power Project (E-l20-070-825) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated January l5, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that Article 6 of the License and Agreement for Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of the Whiskeytown Power Project between the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the City of Redding states that, "The City, with Bureau observation, will semiannually verify the (Whiskeytown Power Project) discharge tables by the utilization of calibrated equipment mutually agreeable to the City and the Bureau." The measurement of water flow through the Project is required to verify the Project's discharge curves. It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the expenditure of $34,000 to Accusonic for the purchase and installation of flow measurement equipment, subject to receipt of written approval from the Bureau for the use of the equip- ment to meet the requirements of Article 6 of the license and agree- ment for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Whiskey- town Power Project. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-23 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting quotation of accusonic for flow measurement equipment at the Whiskeytown Hydroelectric Power Project. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-23 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Awarding Contract to Ott Water Engineers to Prepare One Year Study of Dissolved Oxygen in Clear Creek, Below the Whiskeytown Power Project (E-l20-070-825) Mayor Kirkpatrick abstained from voting on this matter and handed the gavel to Vice Mayor Gard. Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated January l5, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that Article 42 of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission License for the Whiskeytown Power Project requires the City of Redding "In consultation with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, the California Department of Fish and Game, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, install continuous dissolved oxygen monitoring equipment in Clear Creek approximately l00 feet downstream from the powerhouse...for a period of one year." It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council adopt a resolution approving a contract for professional services with Ott Water Engineers, to prepare a dissolved oxygen study pursuant to the requirements of Article 42 of the FERC License for the Whiskeytown Power Project, and authorizing the Mayor to sign the contract docu- ment. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Resolution No. 86-24 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the authorization for profes- sional services contract between the City of Redding and Ott Water Engineers, Inc. for a dissolved oxygen study in Clear Creek just below Whiskeytown Dam, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Kirkpatrick Resolution No. 86-24 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Circulation Element (G-030-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l4, l986. He pointed out that on December 4, l985, Council closed the public hearing concerning the adoption of an update on the Circulation Element of the General Plan. Mr. Perry reminded that consideration of the Element's adoption was withheld pending the submittal of comments from Caltrans. Mr. Perry explained that Caltrans has requested that the following comment, which is excerpted from a staff report to the Planning Commission, be included in the draft environmental assessment: "At the time specific projects warrant consideration of these prosed improvements, detailed environmental studies will be necessary. The environmental clearance for the Circulation Element is not intended for specific projects identified in the Element." Mr. Perry advised that staff has no objection to including this comment since the environmental clearance for the Element is intended for goals, policies, standards, and the conceptual future street network system. If there are no reasonable alternatives to the proposed street exten- sion of the plan or significant modifications to the Planning Commis- sion recommended Element, it is recommended that the negative declara- tion be ratified and a resolution be adopted. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Council make the following findings relative to the Circulation Element of the Redding General Plan: l. Project is consistent with the Elements of the Redding General Plan. 2. Project is compatible with the Zoning Code of the City of Red- ding. 3. The Commission has determined that none of the conditions under Section l5065 (a, b, c, and d) of the California Environmental Quality Act exist. and, ratifies the negative declaration approved by the Planning Commission on October 22, l985. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-25 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by adopting a new Circulation Element. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-25 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 86-l - Lowden Lane (A-l50-l8l) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a letter from the property owner of a parcel located at 265l Lowden Lane, requesting annexation to the City. He advised that this property is adjacent to City limit lines on the north and east boundaries, and is classified as "Residential, 6 units per acre & Greenway" on the Redding General Plan. It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that staff be directed to contact other properties along Lowden Lane regarding inclusion in the annexation, and that the request be referred to City departments for review and comment. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard approving the recommendation of the Planning Director as herein- above stated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PROPERTY EXCHANGE PROPOSAL - by Mercy Hospital (C-070-0l0 and C-070-200) Council Member Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l6, l986. He submitted letters from Mercy Hospital offering to exchange two parcels on the Sacramento River for City-owned property on Rosaline Avenue. In summary, Mr. Perry stated that the exchange would be as follows: the City parcel valued at $328,595 for two parcels with a combined value of $268,000 plus $59,595 in cash. If Council concurs in the exchange, it is recommended that the ex- change be approves subject to the following: l. An irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $49,905 payable to the City of Redding to guarantee the performance of improve- ments. 2. The creation of an airport noise easement. 3. The creation of CC&R's for architectural control. 4. Provide appropriate documentation of residual value of the l972 mobile home together with the removal cost of the derelict outbuilding with those structures to be removed. 5. Standard CLTA title policy protecting the respective parties. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the exchange as outlined with clear title on the parcels to be acquired, authorize the City Attorney to enter into an escrow agreement, and authorize the Mayor to sign the necessary documentation. Mayor Kirkpatrick commented that this is another opportunity for the City to acquire river front property to the benefit of its citizens. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher approving the recommendation of staff as hereinabove stated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Pugh abstaining PROPERTY ACQUISITION - BLM Land in Southwest Oregon Gulch (C-070-0l0 and F-200-200-040) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated January l6, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He submitted maps depicting l50 acres located west of the west side of Kenyon Drive and north of the west end of Branstetter Lane proposed to be acquired by the City for public purposes. Mr. Perry explained that the City has reviewed this site on two previous occasions in conjunction with an environmental impact report for a landfill and an environmental impact report for a firing range. In summary, Mr. Perry listed the reasons for staff's recommendation to acquire the property: l. To preserve a landfill option for the City. 2. To protect the property from the filing of mining claims. 3. To hold the property for a variety of public uses each of which would require environmental analysis. 4. To prevent residential development of the property if BLM were to dispose of the site. 5. To use the property as open space until such time as a plan for development is approved. The appraised value of the l50 acres is $90,000. It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that staff be directed to acquire the property; that the Mayor be authorized to sign the necessary documents; and, that Council withdraw its application for the property from BLM under the Recreation and Public Purposes Act. Mr. Perry noted that acquisition of property for open space or park is categorically exempt under CEQA. He added that this will require a supplemental appropriation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh approving the recommendation of staff and authorizing the Mayor to sign the necessary documents. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Caterpillar/Cherokee l2-Inch Water Line Exten- sion at SR 273 (B-050-020 and W-030-725) Council Member Pugh Abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Bid Schedule No. l696 (Job No. 9675), Caterpillar/- Cherokee l2-Inch Water Line Extension at SR 273, be accepted as satisfactorily completed by Cox & Cox Construction, Inc. for the final contract price is $34,002.94, and that the City Clerk be instructed to file a Notice of Completion. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Pugh abstaining RESOLUTION - re Intention to Abate Property at l283 California Street (Cascade Hotel) (A-030-070) Council Member Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. Deputy City Attorney McNeill advised that the building at l283 California Street (Cascade Hotel), has been referred to his office for commencement of abatement proceedings due to the fact that there exists on the property a structure or structures which constitute a safety and/or health hazard. Mr. McNeill advised that he has been informed that the ownership has changed hands in a trustee sale. However, he recommended that Council proceed with the abatement proceedings until the new owner has the opportunity to advise what he plans to do with the property. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Fulton that Resolution No. 86-26 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding (owned by William Vest and located at l283 California Street). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 86-26 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-ll0-l40) Green Spot Liquor & Wine (Ralph Fitzpatrick) 455 Lake Blvd. Public Utilities Commission: (S-050-350) Request by PGandE to Increase Rates CLOSED SESSION (C-090-l00) Deputy City Attorney McNeill requested a closed session to discuss potential litigation. At the hour of 9:25 P.M., Mayor Kirkpatrick declared that pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, the City Council will now meet in closed session. At the hour of l0:00 P.M., Council reconvened to regular session and no action was taken. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of l0:00 P.M., Mayor Kirkpatrick declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk