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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1986-03-03 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California March 3, l986 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The invocation was offered by Pastor Roger Brown of the Bethel Church. The meeting was called to order with the following Council Members present: Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick. Council Members absent: Fulton Also present were City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Director of Public Works Arness, Director of Electric Lindley, Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Chief of Police Whitmer, Direc- tor of Finance Downing, Director of Parks & Recreation Riley, Director of General Services Masingale, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Housing Adminis-trator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, City Clerk Nichols, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rupp. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 20, l986 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-l30-ll0) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. l6, check nos. lll596 through lll898 inclusive, in the amount of $1,293,915.17, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. l7, check nos. 220850 through 22l477 inclusive, in the amount of $561,076.03, for the period February 9, l986, through February 22, l986, be approved. TOTAL: $1,854,991.20 Award of Bid - l5 KV URD Conductor (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l727, l5 KV URD Conductor, be awarded to Phillips Cable in the amount of $34,747.86, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l729, Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers, be awarded to Maydwell and Hartzell with an evaluated bid in the amount of $4l,449.84, and a purchase price of $l6,748, including sales tax. Award of Bid - l5 KV URD Conductor (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l730, l5 KV URD Conductor, be awarded to Phillips Cable in the amount of $56,282.l8, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Envelopes (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l733, envelopes, be awarded to Moore Business Forms, in the amount of $l6,207.l9, sales tax included. Resolution - re Grant Funds from Western Area Power Administration (E-090-l00 and E0-l20-050) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 86-49 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the award/contract, together with Park I, simplified representations and certifications, between the City of Redding and the Department of Energy, Western Area Power Administration, to obtain $25,000.00 in Grant funds to partially fund the City's "Step" (Shave the Energy Peak) Air Conditioning Load Management Program, and author- izing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution - re Legal Services by Kadison, Pfaelzer, Woodard, Quinn & Rossi for Assistance with FERC's Ratemaking Procedure re PGandE's Proposed Rate Increase (E-090-l00 and E-l20-050) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 86-50 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the letter agreement between the City of Redding and Kadison, Pfaelzer, Woodard, Quinn & Rossi for legal services in connection with the PGandE proposed rate increase, and authorizing the City Manager to sign same. Set Public Hearing - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l-86, by Michael Glassburn (G-030-0l0) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., April 7, l986, to consider General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l-86, by Michael Glassburn (Kenyon Drive). Notice of Completion - Construction of Municipal Airport Runway l6/34 Turn Off and Holding Apron (AIP Project No. 3-06-0l94-04) (B-050-020 and A-090-l00) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. l660, construction of Municipal Airport Runway l6/34 turn off and holding apron (Job Nos. 9543, 9544), be accepted as satisfactorily completed by J. F. Shea Co., Inc., for the final contract price of $285,037.22. Resolution - Authorizing Destruction of Documents (A-050-055-750) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 86-5l be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records. - - - - MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Resolution Numbers 86-49, 86-50, and 86-5l, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Request from Jim Fields for Cardroom Permit (L-070-030) City Clerk Nichols advised that Jim Fields has requested approval for a cardroom permit, including three tables, in the Showboat Lounge on Park Marina Drive. She noted that the Chief of Police has indicated his approval of the permit. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh approving the Cardroom Permit for three tables at the Showboat Lounge, by Jim Fields, subject to providing the necessary insurance certificate. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - Fulton PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-l-86, by City of Redding, Southeast Redding Flood Plain Zoning (L-0l0-230 and L-0l0-050) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-l-86, by City of Redding. 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 February 26, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated February 26, l986. He stated that this application concerns the implementation of the City's Flood-Plain Zoning Ordinance for the southeast one-quarter of the City. Maps of the areas were shown on the Vu Graph and posted on the wall. Mr. Perry also submitted one letter of opposition to the zoning. Mr. Perry explained that the key to applying the "FP" District is whether or not FEMA has identified the parcel as subject to flooding. He noted that Council has the option later of rezoning property out of the flood plain provided the owner proves to FEMA that the property is not subject to flooding. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council ratify the negative declaration and offer an ordinance for first reading. Mayor Kirkpatrick noted that some of the concerns he has received have been that it is not necessary for the City to apply this zoning now, and that it could be done at the time the property develops. Mr. Perry advised that the City was mandated by FEMA to do so, and that the City would be at risk of losing its eligibility for the National Flood Insurance Program, if it did not. Gary Short, 2688 Alfreda Way, noted that someone from the City spent several hours walking in the Little Churn Creek area and wondered if he was looking for anything specific. Public Works Director Arness advised that Public Works Superintendent Galusha was observing the area but it had nothing to do with the proposed flood plain zoning. 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 Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Council make the following findings relative to Rezoning Application RZ-l-86: 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 January 28, l986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard offered Ordinance No. l76l for first reading, 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-86). PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-3-86, by Frank Giordano (Lawrence Road) (L-0l0-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-3-86, by Frank Giordano. 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 February 26, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated February 26, l986. He stated that the Plan- ning Commission has unanimously recommended denial of RZ-3-86. Mr. Perry explained that the applicant has requested rezoning of property located at 3l5l Lawrence Road from "U" Unclassified District to "RM-9" Multiple-Family Residential District. Maps of the area were shown on the Vu Graph. Mr. Perry stated that the area under consideration consists of 2.57 acres, which has been developed with two duplexes. The intent of the property owner is to develop 20 additional units for a total of 24. Mr. Perry said the parcel can support the total of 24 two-bedroom units requested by the applicant, under the requested "RM-9" zoning. Mr. Perry advised that the Planning Commission considered and rejected the potential for expanding the rezoning area to include all the property designated "9.0 units per acre" on the General Plan, which gains access from Lawrence Road. The 26-acre area has the potential for over 280 units generating approximately 2,000 vehicle trips per day. He said rezoning the entire area to "RM-9" will also severly limit or eliminate the City's ability to obtain the necessary right-- of-way. It is the recommendation of both the Commission and staff that RZ-3-86 be denied. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard expressed concern that Lawrence Road is a very narrow, congested street. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Rezoning Application RZ-3-86 be denied. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Demsher emphasized that the real critical problem here is the widening of the street. He felt the sewer problem could be possibly worked out. PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l4-85, by Carl Hoots (Hartnell Avenue) (G-030-0l0) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Kirkpatrick opened the public hearing re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l4-85, by Carl Hoots. 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 February 26, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated February 26, l986. He stated that the Plan- ning Commission has recommended approval of GPA-l4-85, a request by Carl Hoots to reclassify portions of properties located at l380, l4l2, and l434 through l460 Hartnell Avenue from "Residential, 9.0 units per acre" to "Retail Commercial." Maps of the area were shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the draft negative declaration. Mr. Perry explained that subsequent to the Planning Commission hear- ing, two property owners to the west have requested inclusion in the General Plan amendment request. These parcels are designated "9.0 units per acre" and "l2.0 units per acre" on the General Plan. It is the recommendation of staff that Council refer this item back to the Planning Commission to consider these additional requests. 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 Gard that GPA-l4-85 be referred back to the Planning Commission to consider the additional requests from property owners to the west. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PROCLAMATIONS (A-050-060-600) Recreation and Parks Director Riley advised that the National Arbor Day Foundation recently presented the City of Redding a Tree City USA award for the fifth consecutive year. Mr. Riley explained the various programs planned for Arbor Day and Arbor Week. It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission and staff that Council proclaim March 7, through March l4, as Arbor Week and March 7, l986, as Tree Planting Day in recognition of the school district's and the City's efforts to beautify the community with this program. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard approving a Proclamation declaring March 7, l986, as "Community Tree Planting Day," otherwise known as Arbor Day, and March 7 through March l4, l986, as Arbor Week. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mr. Riley commented that the trees that were planted five years ago are beginning to make a difference and felt it has been a very worth- while project. Council Member Pugh commended Barbara Gard and Sue Asbill who got very involved in the tree-planting project five years ago. ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-l9-85, by City of Redding (Blossom Vista Estates) (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the full reading of Ordinance No. l758 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Ordinance No. l758 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-l9-85). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Ordinance No. l758 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-20-85, by City of Redding (Parkwood Estates Subdivision) (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the full reading of Ordinance No. l759 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 Gard that Ordinance No. l759 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-20-85). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Ordinance No. l759 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Planned Development Application PD-3-85, Cobblestone Manor (L-0l0-2l0-090) Council Member Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the full reading of Ordinance No. l760 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Pugh abstaining MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard that Ordinance No. l760 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 (PD-3-85). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Abstain: Council Members - Pugh Ordinance No. l760 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PROPOSED CRIMINAL JUSTICE AUTOMATED DATA SYSTEM (C-l75-200) City Manager Courtney reviewed his memorandum to Council dated Febru- ary 26, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that the need for an integrated system has been recognized by respon- sible staff members serving the County of Shasta, City of Anderson, and City of Redding, and they have been working together in the development of cost-efficient solutions to problems involving current information requirements and other products which could be produced by a modern integrated system. It is the recommendation of staff that the three agencies mentioned above, and other appropriate agencies, be permitted to share computer programs, hardware, and the information systems that exist at any given time. Mr. Courtney referred to a letter to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors, which indicates that there are many problems which will have to be solved. He said an equitable multi-agency agreement will be needed, but added that the agencies are working together in a positive mode. It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council formally indicate its support of this cooperative project by minute order. Council Member Demsher asked the City Manager how long this system has been available to us. Mr. Courtney advised that the City has been working on the various computer applications and at this time staff proposes to make that data available to the other criminal justice agencies. He felt this is an appropriate step. Mr. Courtney said this gives these agencies the opportunity to work together to develop a total system which all fits together and offers maximum cost efficiency and time efficiency. He emphasized that the system is a long-range goal of criminal justice agencies worldwide. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Council formally support the proposed Criminal Justice Automated Data System. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE OFFICERS CERTIFICATE OF AWARD - Outstanding Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, l985 (A-050-l35) Director of Finance Downing advised that the City of Redding has been awarded the California Association of Municipal Finance Officers Certificate of Award for Outstanding Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ended June 30, l985. She added that this is the first year that the City has applied for and received this award. Mayor Kirkpatrick congratulated Mrs. Downing and her staff for doing a fine job. He also encouraged her to submit the Annual Budget for an award from the California Association of Municipal Finance Officers. RESOLUTION - re IDA Technical Assistance Grant, International Downtown Association (G-l00-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated February 26, l986. He stated that, subsequent to the provisional acceptance of a Technical Assistance Grant from the International Downtown Association, seven persons from Redding at- tended a three-day conference on technical assistance put on by the International Downtown Association for those cities invited to partic- ipate. Mr. Perry advised that the conference attendees have expressed a desire to attempt to form a centralized management entity for the downtown, will establish a steering commit-tee, and have developed a preliminary work plan. Mr. Perry said the Centralized Retail Management entity (CRM) would only involve property owners in the mall and adjacent areas. The focus of the CRM would deal with common leases, common hours, obtain- ing tenants, providing a proper mix of tenants, and providing tenants in proper locations. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a memorandum of understanding with the International Downtown Association. While it would be a joint effort, Mr. Perry said, the City would be the responsible party. Mr. Charlie Young, downtown property owner, spoke in support of the program and said the conference on technical assistance really opened his eyes about needed improvements in the downtown area. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-52 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Memorandum of Understand- ing between the City of Redding and the International Downtown Execu- tives Association for a Technical Assistance Grant from the Interna- tional Downtown Association, and authorizing the City Manager to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Resolution No. 86-52 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re HUD Technical Assistance Grant for Economic Develop- ment (G-l00-030-030) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated February 27, l986. He stated that the Depart- ment of Housing and Urban Development and the Small Business Adminis- tration are accepting applications for technical assistance from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement communities. The purpose of the program is to assist with economic development activ- ities, in this case, the downtown revitalization effort. Mr. Perry indicated that the program involves cost sharing between the City and HUD/SBA and discussed in the grant outline. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution approving application for these additional funds. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Resolution No. 86-53 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the application for technical assistance program for economic development. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Resolution No. 86-53 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RECOMMENDATION RE DESIGNATION OF SITE FOR SOFTBALL COMPLEX (P-050-600-200) Recreation and Parks Director Riley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated February 27, l986. He stated that the Recreation and Parks Commission met on February 26, to discuss various possibilities for a badly-needed softball complex. Mr. Riley said the Commission dis- cussed the following locations: l. Turtle Bay area 2. Enterprise Community Park (Old Sewer Ponds) 3. Wastewater Treatment Plant (South Redding) 4. Municipal Airport area 5. Riverland property (South of Knighten Road) It is the Commission's recommendation that the newly acquired River- land property (south of Knighten Road) be designated as the site for the Redding Softball Complex. The reasons given for this recommen- dation include its location away from residential neighborhoods, excellent access, excellent frontage on Riverland Drive, and its isolation from potential conflicting development. The Commission also felt the area was sufficient for three slow pitch diamonds, parking, picnic area, and adequate space for a future fourth diamond. It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission and staff that the Riverland property be designated for the proposed Redding Softball Complex and that staff be instructed to conduct the necessary hearings for proper environmental determination. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Gard, Mr. Riley advised that the soil in the subject area is probably Class l or 2. Council Member Pugh asked if a layout has been done of the proposed complex at South Redding site as well as at the Riverland property. Mr. Riley advised that there has been; however, the South Redding property has some access problems and a railroad crossing is involved. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Pugh, Mr. Riley advised that the whole property at the South Redding site is usable. Mr. Riley added that they would like to have three diamonds in the area above the flood plain and possibly a fourth one on the flood plain. Council Member Pugh suggested that the same issues on both sites should be addressed, as well as other uses for both properties as opposed to this use. Council Member Gard noted that noise is also an important factor that should be addressed. Lee Anderson, 875l Churn Creek Road, addressed Council as a member of the Churn Creek Bottom Home Owners Association. She read a statement from the Association which stated that the proposed complex is against the goals of the Association. She said the area is designated as park and open space and they do not feel this is an appropriate use of prime agricultural soil. Ms. Anderson pointed out that there is a major traffic problem at the Knighten Road and I-5 interchange. Council Member Demsher felt that the City should look seriously at the South Redding site. He emphasized that it is fairly convenient to get to. He added that the Riverland site is an area that has historically been rural and this Council has fought to keep it that way. Mr. Demsher felt a softball complex at the Riverland site would be a disturbance to residents' lifestyles. Council Member Gard emphasized that for ten years, this Council has vigorously opposed any development in this area. She said it is a resource that cannot be replaced and should be preserved as agricul- tural land. Ms. Gard opposed the idea of asphalt and traffic in this area and felt that Council should reject the Riverland site now. Council Member Pugh stated that the City has stayed out of the Churn Creek bottom area because it did not want to urbanize the area. He felt that a complex such as this could be a very attractive multi-use area. Mr. Pugh pointed out that parking lots can be buffered. He emphasized that there was no discussion by Council that the Churn Creek bottom property should all remain in agricultural uses by private owners. He pointed out that the "park" designation has many alternate uses and lends itself to such a complex. Mr. Pugh stressed that there are questions to be resolved but those questions need to be addressed for both sites. He pointed out that this is the type of use the City has been talking about for ten years and said there is nothing prettier than grass fields such as those at Lake Redding Park. MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Demsher that the proposed softball complex be referred back to staff for an analysis of both the Riverland site and the South Redding site. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - Fulton PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS - March l986 (A-050-300) Public Works Director Arness presented the Public Works Planning Reports for March, l986. Council Member Gard commended the public works crews for their efforts during the heavy rains and said everything was handled beautifully. AWARD OF BID - Enterprise Pool Heat Exchanger Repair (B-050-020 and P-050-700-300) Council Member Demsher abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Pugh that Bid Schedule No. l732, Enterprise Pool Heat Exchanger Repair (Job No. 9638), be awarded to Thermo Dynamics in the amount of $l3,565. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Abstain: Council Members - Demsher AWARD OF BID - Reconstructing 24-Inch ACID Facilities in the El Reno Lane/Cedars Road Intersection (B-050-020 and W-030-700-0l0) Council Member Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Demsher, seconded by Council Member Gard that Bid Schedule No. l734 (Job No. 9596), be awarded to Cox & Cox Construction, Inc. in the amount of $9,792.l0. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Abstain: Council Members - Pugh RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Issuance of Certain M-S-R Bonds (E-l20-500) City Attorney Hays recommended that the debt issued by M-S-R in l983 for the San Juan Project be refunded at this time. He said the end result will be a consider-able savings to the City since the market now represents a situation where interest rates are better and, there seems to be a larger volume of buyers interested in purchasing bonds. Mr. Hays emphasized that it is advantageous for the City as it will lower the financing costs of the M-S-R. He noted that the M-S-R Public Power Agency has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday to consider the matter. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Council adopt a resolution authorizing this action. Jim Gibbs, of E. F. Hutton, was present and concurred with the recom- mendation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Demsher that Resolution No. 86-54 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the M-S-R Public Power Agency to refund its San Juan Project Revenue Bonds, Series A. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Gard, Pugh, and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Fulton Resolution No. 86-54 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-ll0-l40) JB's Place (John Hardin) 3320 Railroad Avenue ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (G-l00-l70) Planning and Community Development Director Perry advised that his office received notification today that the City has been awarded two State grants. He explained that one is a grant in the amount of $6l,000 for the Sacramento River Trail, Phase V, and the other is a grant in the recommended amount of $73,l70 for the restoration of Old City Hall. Council Member Demsher noted that the City's original grant applica- tion for the restoration of Old City Hall was for $l75,000 and added that the City will have its work cut out to raise the balance of the money needed for the project. Mr. Perry advised that the City is eligible to reapply for further funding in the final application period (l986-87 fiscal year). ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 8:00 P.M., Mayor Kirkpatrick declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ City Clerk