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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1986-08-18 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California August 18, 1986 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The invocation was offered by Jeff Gillman, Director of the Good News Rescue Mission. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fulton with the following Council Members present: Carter, Dahl, and Johannessen. Council Members Absent: Gard Also present were City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director Arness, Electric Director Lindley, Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Engineering Manager Russell, Public Works Superintendent Galusha, Resources Manager Coleman, Director of Finance Downing, Director of General Services Masingale, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Senior Planner Keaney, Building Official Voges, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Assistant Planner Hanson, Senior Associate Planner King, Public Works Foreman Druse, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, System Analyst Erwin, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Senior Building Inspector Gungle, City Treasurer Linville, City Clerk Nichols, and Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of August 4, 1986 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 4 check nos. 114911 through 115283 inclusive, in the amount of $2,660,220.47, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 3, check nos. 228908 through 229713 inclusive, in the amount of $679,724.08, for the period July 27, 1986 through August 9, 1986, be approved. TOTAL: $3,339,944.55 Treasurer's Report - July 31, 1986 (B-130-150) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $24,452,120.41 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $102,325,846.64 Award of Bid - Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. 1794, single phase pole type distribution transformers be awarded to the second evaluated low bidder, Maydwell and Hartzell, with an evaluated bid of $27,938.52 and a purchase price of $11,651.52. Award of Bid - Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. 1801, three phase pad type distribution transformers be awarded to the second evaluated low bidder, Square D Company, with an evaluated bid of $51,905.28 and a purchase price of $20,720.88. Proposed Purchases - Electric Utility (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that approval be given to proceed with the bidding process for various electric system projects and electric inventory purchases as follows: Estimated Cost 6-Capacitor Voltage Transformers for use at Canby Substation $24,000.00 2-115kV "V" Switches for use at Canby Substation $10,000.00 Substation Steel Structures for use at Canby Substation $ 8,000.00 Pole Type Distribution Transformers for Electric Inventory $11,000.00 Resolution - Approving Certain Purchases Exceeding Budget (B-130-070 & B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 86-191 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting certain supplemental appropriations calculated as of August 1, 1986, and to be effective for the remainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, 1987. Resolution - Approving Purchase of Uninterruptible Power Supply System, Phase II, at City of Redding Police Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 86-192 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting certain supplemental appropriations calculated as of August 1, 1986, and to be effective for the remainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, 1987. Set Public Hearing - re Rezoning Application RZ-14-86, by Michael Kleinschmidt et al (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., September 2, 1986, to consider Rezoning Application RZ-14-86, by Michael Kleinschmidt et al., (351 Hartnell Avenue). Resolution Accepting Street and Acceptance of Improvements - Whiskey- town Court (S-070-230) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the im- provements in the Whiskeytown Court Development be accepted as satis- factorily completed. It is further recommended that Resolution No. 86-193 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Whiskeytown Court in the Whiskeytown Court Development. Notice of Completion - Placement of Pavement Markers on Various Streets (B-050-020 & S-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. 1687 (Job No. 5115.65), be accepted as satisfactorily completed by Riley's Striping for the final contract price of $30,209.85. Notice of Completion - Caldwell Park Soccer Field Lighting (B-050-020 & P-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 1728 (Job No. 9647), be accepted as satisfactorily completed by Richard A. Heaps Electrical Contractor, Inc. for the final contract price of $70,890. Notice of Completion - Kiwanis Field No. 4 Parking Lot (B-050-020 & P-050-600-130) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. 1747 (Job No. 9645), be accepted as satisfactorily completed by Cox & Cox Construction, Inc. for the final contract price of $34,284.35. Request to Advertise for Bids - Various Public Works Projects (B-050-020) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the follow- ing projects which are included in the 1986-87 budget be advertised for bids during the next 30 days: Estimated Cost 1. Henderson Ditch Restoration, Job No. 9625 $10,000 2. Churn Creek Channel Restoration, Job No. 9815 $ 8,000 3. Hillside Aviation Hangar Reroof, Job, No. 9667 $86,000 4. Municipal Airport Transient Parking Addition, $314,000 Job No. 9658 5. Shirley Storm Drain Replacement, Job No. 9516 $90,000 Resolution - of Intention to Begin Legal Proceedings of Abatement on Property Located at 5950 Cedars Road (Oak Grove Club), Owned by Amos L. Grissom (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 86-194 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding re 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 Amos L. Grissom at 5950 Cedars Road - Oak Grove Club). Resolution - Establishing the Appropriation Limit for 1986-87 (B-130-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 86-195 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing the appropriation limit for fiscal year 1986-87 for the City of Redding in the amount of $39,678,639.00. Resolution - 1986 Vulcan Tour Bicycle Classic (P-010-050 & P-030-250) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 86-196 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Action Sports Promotions' 1986 Vulcan Tour Bicycle Classic Race and prohibiting certain parking and vehicular traffic during the event. - - - - - MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution Numbers 86-191, 86-192, 86-193, 86-194, 86-195, and 86-196 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Legal Counsel for Shasta Lake Union Elementary School District - re Overcrowding (L-010-170) A letter was received from Bandell, Swanson & Jahr, Legal Counsel for Shasta Lake Union Elementary School District, in which they request Council to schedule a public hearing to reconsider Shasta Lake Union Elementary School District's findings of overcrowded conditions. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that a public hearing be set for September 2, 1986 at 7:00 P.M. to review the District's findings. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Economic Development Corporation - re Proposed Camage Cogeneration Project (E-120-300) In a letter dated August 4, 1986, William C. Holmes, President of the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County, expressed concern over the award of the feasibility study for the proposed Camage Cogeneration Project to an outside contractor. He urged that local firms be invited to submit competitive proposals for any future contracts in an effort to strengthen the local economy. He further recommended the establishment of a professional services selection board to include a council member. Council Member Dahl stated that the impacts of local government spending on the economy and the importance of being cognizant of keeping monies in the local economy were discussed during the task force studies. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton appointed Council Members Carter and Dahl, Director of Public Works Arness, and Electric Utility Director Lindley to serve on a committee to review the methods of procuring and awarding contracts. Letter from Shasta National Industries, Inc. - re Lease/Purchase of Municipal Airport Property (C-070-100 & A-090-100) A communication was received from Shasta National Industries, Inc. stating their desire to negotiate with the City for the lease or purchase of Municipal Airport property for the purpose of constructing a pre-cut home manufacturing plant. It is their belief that this would be a suitable industry for the area and would stimulate indus- trial growth in the airport area. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton referred this letter to the City Attorney, Planning Director, and Airports Director for evaluation for a report back to Council at the earliest possible date. PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-5-86, by Jim Elkins (A-010-040) The hour of 7:00 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-5-86, by Jim Elkins. 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 August 14, 1986 Senior Planner Keaney reviewed the memorandum to Council dated August 14, 1986. He stated that the Planning Commission unanimously approved abandoning a portion of an open-space easement located at 490, 504, and 518 Turquoise Court. By related application, the Planning Commis-sion also granted permission to construct single-family residences located at 496 and 504 Turquoise Court. Mr. Keaney explained that the proposed abandonment would shift the easement line further to the rear of the property to allow the applicant to take advantage of relatively level building areas that are currently located within the open-space easement. It is the recommendation of staff and the Planning Commission that a portion of the open-space easement be abandoned subject to adjustment of the lot lines as per Lot Split Application LS-38-86, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution ordering abandon- ment after the map is recorded. Mr. Thomas Harold of Montgomery Creek stated that he owns Lot No. 6 and supports the proposed abandonment application because of the steepness in the area. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen approving Abandonment Application A-5-86 in concept, and instructing the City Attorney to prepare a resolution after the map for Lot Split LS-38-86 is recorded. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-6-86, by the City of Redding (A-010-040) The hour of 7:00 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-6-86, by the 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 August 14, 1986 Senior Planner Keaney reviewed the memorandum to Council dated August 14, 1986. He stated that the Planning Commission unanimously recom- mended abandonment of an electric utility easement across proper-ty located at 260 Weldon Street. Mr. Keaney explained that at the request of the current property owner, the Electric Department re- located the power line to within the existing street right-of way of Weldon Street and Dove Street, and the easement is no longer in use by the City. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. It is the recommendation of staff and the Planning Commission that Council adopt a resolution abandoning the easement as described. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Johannessen, Electric Director Lindley stated that there is a PG&E river-crossing 12 KV line in the general area. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that Resolution No. 86-197 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of the electric utility easement located on property at 260 Weldon Street (A-6-86) and ratifying the negative declaration. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-7-86, by Weld-Brower and Associates (A-010-040) The hour of 7:00 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-7-86, by Weld-Brower and Associ- ates. 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 August 14, 1986 Senior Planner Keaney reviewed the memorandum to Council dated August 14, 1986. He stated that the Planning Commission unanimously recom- mended abandonment of an unused waterline easement and an unused electric utility easement located on a 5.8-acre parcel located adja- cent to and north of Girvan Road, east of Olney Creek, and west of Creekside Street. He also noted that this is the site of the Brookdale Park Subdivision. The location of the easements were depicted on the Vu Graph. The Public Works Department and the Elec- tric Department have stated that the respective waterline and electric utility easements are no longer necessary and there is no anticipated future need. It is the recommendation of the Commission and staff that Council adopt a resolution abandoning the above-described easements. Mayor Fulton asked if abandonment occurs, to whom would the property revert back. Mr. Keaney replied that the property would revert back to the present owner of the subdivision. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that Resolution No. 86-198 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a waterline easement and an electric utility easement located on property at 2886 Girvan Road (A-7-86) and ratifying the negative declaration. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard PUBLIC HEARING - re 1986 CDBG Grantee Performance Report (G-100-030-020) The hour of 7:00 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re the 1986 Grantee Performance Report. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated August 13, 1986 Housing Administrator Maurer advised that, during the past year, $420,000 in Community Development Block Grant Program Funds were committed. These projects included completion of one project from this year's program, and one project which was carried over from the 84-85 program. Ms. Maurer submitted a copy of the 1986 Grantee Performance Report, with the recommendation that the Performance Report be accepted by minute order. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Johannessen questioned why the $77,000 for administra- tive costs was so high. Mrs. Maurer explained that HUD allows 20% of the program funds for administration, and it costs the City approxi- mately 16% to run its program in order to meet HUD's criteria. She added that the housing rehabilitation program is quite expensive to administer. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen accepting the 1986 Grantee Performance Report. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-11-86 by Ken Knighten, Valleyridge Drive (L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-11-86, by Ken Knighten. 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 August 14, 1986 Senior Planner Keaney reviewed the memorandum to Council dated August 14, 1986. He stated hat the Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning of the area located south of Valleyridge Drive, north of Boulder Creek Drive, and west of Ridge Road from "R-1" Single-Family Residential District to "RM-9 Multiple-Family Residential District. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the draft negative declaration. Mr. Keaney explained that the current amendment request is to elimi- nate eight single-family lots and replace them with four fourplex lots. To maintain the maximum 153 units, the developer proposes to delete eight other single-family lots. This would result in 69 single-family lots and 21 fourplex lots. Mr. Keaney advised that the area is bordered by existing apartment development on Boulder Creek Drive to the south and southeast and by other fourplex lots within the subdivision to the west. It is the recommendation of the staff and Planning Commission that Council ratify the negative declaration and approve the rezoning to "RM-9" Multiple-Family Residential District and "U-F" Unclassified District, with site-plan-review criteria stipulating the "U-F" area is to remain open space. If approved, an ordinance will be prepared for consideration at a subsequent meeting. Steve Clester, 5319 Stonethrow Court, asked that the rezoning not be granted because of future traffic problems. It was his understanding the area was going to remain single family when he moved in. Mr. Clester submitted a petition containing 27 signatures from residents of the Valley Ridge Subdivision opposing the rezoning application. Sara Hays, 5367 Stonethrow Court, expressed opposition to the rezoning stating that she also was under the impression that the area would be single families. She does not want to see single family dwellings changed to apartments. Ken Knighten, 3333 River Bend Drive, developer and applicant of the rezoning request, stated that originally the area was zoned "RM-9" multi-family and their plan was subsequently changed. He pointed out that they are now attempting to make the development more compatible with the neighbors, and they have an excellent plan with nicely designed buildings and landscaping. He maintained that the proposed fourplexes are architecturely compatible with what currently exists. Mr. Clester contended that the problem is not the design of the fourplexes but the traffic problems it would create on Boulder Creek Drive intersecting onto Twin View Boulevard. According to Mr. Clester, a traffic hazard exists now and the fourplexes would quadru- ple the problem. Mr. Knighten refuted the allegations regarding traffic problems while contending that the fourplex units will not influence traffic whatsoever. In reply to Council Member Carter's inquiry regarding any potential traffic problem, Public Works Director Arness stated that he does not consider Boulder Creek Drive to be heavily loaded. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes In response to Council Member Dahl's question regarding traffic problems, Senior Planner Keaney explained that the requested rezoning should, in fact, decrease traffic problems. He said the total 153 units remains the same by increasing multi-family units and decreasing single family units. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that Council make the following findings relative to Rezoning Application RZ-11-86: 1. 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 July 9, 1986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen approving rezoning application RZ-11-86 to "RM-9" Multiple-Family Residential District and "U-F" Unclassified District with site-plan-review criteria stipulating the "U-F" area is to remain open space. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Establishing August 20, 1986, as "Industry Day" (A-050-060-600) City Attorney Hays advised that the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce is beginning a program which is designed to inform the community of the industry that exists in Shasta County and the Redding Area. An Industrial Barbecue is planned for August 20 to honor manufacturers in Shasta County and to develop an awareness throughout the community regarding the local industries. He recommended that a resolution be adopted establishing August 20, 1986 as "Industry Day". Council Member Dahl stated that he feels the resolution is a compli- ment to the Chamber of Commerce, and this event is an opportunity for citizens to become familiar with local industrial businesses. In response to Council Member Johannessen's question regarding Council policy on recognition-type resolutions, Mayor Fulton said Council's policy has been to limit the number of resolutions to those of local significance. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter adopting Resolution No. 86-199, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing August 20, 1986, as "Industry Day". The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-7-86, by Alan Brayton, 1704 Dana Drive (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1777 be waived, and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that Ordinance No. 1777 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-7-86). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard ORDINANCE - re Granting of Cable Television Franchises (T-040-050) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1778 be waived, and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that Ordinance No. 1778 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 6.40 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to the granting of franchises for cable communications systems. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - Marketing Plan (B-080-150) City Manager Courtney presented the Marketing Plan developed by the Economic Development Corporation for the period July 1, 1986 to June 30, 1987. He outlined the three alternatives and requested that a special committee be formed to work with staff in the development of recommendations concerning the selection of a Marketing Plan option, the amount of the City of Redding contribution, and the source of funds. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton appointed Council Members Carter and Dahl to serve on this committee. PERSONNEL - NEW POSITIONS - Request to Proceed with Recruitment (P-100-060) City Manager Courtney requested authorization to fill required new positions in the Department of Public Works, the General Services Department, the Fire Department, and the Electric Utility. He said all the requested positions are included in the 1986-87 budget and appropriations have been approved to fund them. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter authorizing the City Manager to proceed with personnel recruit- ment for new positions.The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PROPOSED BUDGETED PURCHASES - Request Approval of Bidding Process (B-050-100) City Manager Courtney submitted a list of items for various depart- ments which are included in the budget and which staff is requesting authorization to proceed with the bidding process. Mr. Courtney explained the justification for the various purchases. Said items are listed in the memorandum to Council dated August 15, 1986, which memo is incorporated herein by reference. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, approving the recommendation to proceed with the bidding process for the budgeted proposed purchases listed in the memorandum to Council dated August 15, 1986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes GENERAL REVENUE FUNDS - Request for Temporary Funding (B-130-120) Finance Director Downing requested temporary funding of general revenue sharing funds for the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Center, The Center, and Consumers Aid of Shasta County. She advised the funding agreements for all General Revenue Sharing expire on August 31, 1986, and these organizations have a critical need for continued funding. Mrs. Downing stated that the agreements will be submitted at the next regular meeting. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Mayor Fulton, approving temporary funding of general revenue sharing funds as stated above. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - re Phase II of M-S-R Assessment of Electric Power Re- sources in the Northwest (E-120-500) Electric Director Lindley explained that Phase II of the three-phase program to investigate potential electric power resources in the Pacific Northwest includes development of detailed principles for various arrangements that might be beneficial to MSR based on the results of Phase I work and preparation of an analysis for each alternative. Mr. Lindley described the four tasks included in the Phase II work. He stated that the information obtained in Phase II will assist in the successful utilization of the City's ownership interest in the California-Oregon Transmission Project, for the purpose of bringing economic power to the City of Redding from the Pacific Northwest. It is the recommendation of the Electric Department that Council adopt a resolution which authorizes the expenditure of $7,312.50 for Redding's share of Phase II work and authorizes the City's Commission- er to MSR to vote for the authorization of Phase II work as outlined. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen adopting Resolution No. 86-200 authorizing participation in Phase II of the M-S-R Assessment of Electric Power Resources in the Northwest and authorizing the expenditure of $7,312.50 to accomplish same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Authorizing Purchase for Air Conditioning Load Management Program (E-120-030) Electric Director Lindley stated that Phase I of the Air Conditioning Load Management Program (ACLM) was initiated in the summer of 1984 and customer response to the program has been outstanding. He said the applications to participate in the program outnumber the ACLM switch- es. In order to continue the program and complete switch installation for customers who already have volunteered for the program, it will be necessary to purchase additional ACLM switches. It is recommended that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the expenditure of $25,385 for the purchase of 300 ACLM switches from Scientific-Atlanta. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter adopting Resolution No. 86-201, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the purchase of 300 addition- al radio-controlled switches for the airconditioning load management program. PROPOSED ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE INCREASE - Report (E-090-200) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated August 12, 1986. He stated that the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has had a series of rate increases which became effective in five separate steps beginning in May, 1983 and ending in October, 1986. WAPA's next scheduled rate increase will occur on October 1, 1986, and will result in an estimated 9.3% in the City's cost for power. Mr. Lindley explained that a rate increase will be necessary effective September 2, 1986 in order to maintain adequate revenues to meet the fiscal requirements of the Electric Utility operation and maintenance of adequate bond coverage for the 1986-87 fiscal year. Mr. Lindley described proposed measures to reduce the impact to City customers resulting from the increased purchased power costs, and added that the proposed September increase for all City customers averages approximately 10.3%. Council was provided an information packet which includes the current and proposed rate schedules for all classes of City of Redding elec- tric utility customers for the proposed September rate increase as well as information regarding the need for the proposed rate increase. Mr. Lindley noted that study sessions will be held within the next two week period and that the Electric Department will provide a formal presentation and submit a resolution establishing the proposed rates at the September 2nd Council meeting. In answer to Council Member Johannessen's question concerning electric bond funding, Electric Director Lindley advised that the City is required to maintain a reserve limit to provide adequate bond coverage for the 1985 electric system financing. He said the City has pledged to increase rates to maintain that reserve level. Council was advised, however, that the predominant reason for the proposed rate increase is due to increased cost of power from WAPA. This was an information item and no action was required. 1986 POWER RESOURCE PLAN (E-120) Electric Director Lindley submitted the Electric Utility Power Re- source Plan, dated July 1986. He said the purpose of the Resource Plan is to provide a summary of the City of Redding's past, present, and projected electrical energy and demand requirements, and to present a discussion of resources which have been, and are currently being, considered to meet those requirements. The Electric Department will ask Council to adopt the 1986 Resource Plan at its September 15 meeting. This was an information item and no action was required. SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL - Bench and Interpretive Trail Development (P-050-460-700) Senior Associate Planner King briefed Council on the status of the Sacramento River Trail bench and interpretive trail development. In explaining the concept of the trail, he said much of the narrative for the interpretive trail is prepared in draft form which identifies several locations along the trail. Mr. King stated that approximately ten signs are proposed on each side of the river and that special anodized aluminum signs were selected to withstand exposure and abuse. A model of the sign identifying the first site (Woodland Habitat), which was prepared by Three Friends Design Studio, was presented to Council for review. Mr. King explained that now that the trail is over 2 miles long with 3 miles planned next summer, it is necessary to provide benches at various locations, especially for the many elderly users of the trail. A copy of the proposed bench design was provided to Council. The cost for developing the interpretive trail and benches on both the existing trail and the phases to be built next July is approximately $14,150.00. It is the recommended that Council authorize the project as outlined. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen authorizing the bench and interpretive trail development project as outlined above. The vote: Unanimous Ayes TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP - Blossom Park Subdivision Unit IX, S-13-86 (S-l00-044) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permis- sion to subdivide 6.5 acres into 19 single-family lots, located generally east of the Twin View Boulevard/Interstate 5 off ramps in a "U" Unclassified District, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-13-86. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the conditions of approval. This was an information item. REDDING GUN CLUB - Environmental Study re Proposed Firing Range Expansion (C-070-010-050) Senior Associate Planner King submitted the environmental study for the proposed redevelopment and expansion of the firing range at Benton Airpark. Mr. King said that on August 12, 1986, the Planning Commis- sion continued consideration of the environmental clearance to allow time for the Airports and Recreation & Parks Commissions to comment on the project and to allow time for the project architect and staff to provide the following information: 1) general plan consistency with existing residential subdivisions 2) noise impact data 3) impact on Benton Airpark. He added that the date for reconsideration by the Commission will depend on how soon the project applicants respond with the noise data for the project. The Commission is specifically concerned about the noise effect of placing the range 30 feet below grade and the added noise impact of having 47 more firing points. Mr. King advised that after the Commission has made its environmental determination on the project, a recommendation will be submitted to Council for final consideration. In response to several questions raised by Council, Mr. King explained that the other sites which have been discontinued were initially the Municipal Airport and Oregon Gulch sites, and they are not being considered at this time. He said the airport was rejected for several reasons including the review of the Airports Commission and Federal Aviation Administration, and Oregon Gulch has significant cost prob- lems due to amount of grading required. Council Member Johannessen sympathized with the Gun Club and the residents who live in the area concerning the impending decision on the fate of the firing range, and said he hoped a decision is made soon. ORDINANCE - re Commercial Vehicles on City Streets (P-030-250) City Attorney Hays stated that that Police Department and the Traffic and Parking Commission recommended amending Municipal Code section dealing with parking of commercial vehicles on city streets. He said the effect of the amendment is to prohibit outright commercial vehi- cles from parking in residentail zones, except when the vehicle is performing a direct service in the area. It is the recommendation that an ordinance be introduced at this time. Mayor Fulton felt that the proposed amendment is to restrictive and might create more problems. City Attorney Hays explained that the Police Department instituted the request because of enforcement problems. Some of the additional problems cited were site distance, odors, noise from refrigeration units. Mr. Hays clarified that the proposed prohibition only applies to on street parking and to vehicles which exceed one ton capacity. Council Member Carter indicated he would like more time to research this matter further before the proposed code amendment is considered. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen referring this matter back to the Traffic and Parking Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - re Intention to Establish a New Parking and Business Improvement Area and to Disestablish the Existing Parking and Business Improvement Area (M-010-200-050) Deputy City Attorney McNeill submitted a draft proposed resolution of intention to establish a new Parking and Business Improvement Area in downtown Redding. Mr. McNeill said that if the resolution of inten- tion is adopted this evening, a public hearing would be set for September 15. He explained that if businesses representing more than 50% of the monetary amount of the proposed assessments object to the new Business Improvement Area, then it cannot be adopted. After the public hearing, Council may change the terms, structure, or boundaries of the proposed district. Mr. McNeill reviewed the proposed new improvement area stating that the primary purpose is to promote business in the downtown area. He outlined the factors in establishing the assessments which include (1) zone (A, B, & C) (2) number of employees (3) type of business. Concerning the $29,500 free parking charge, Mr. McNeill recommended that it not be included in the resolution of intention, as he feels it should not be assessed because there is no direct correlation of the lost revenues and any direct benefit to the merchants. Mr. McNeill pointed out that the resolution of intention does not include the $29,500 free parking assessment and that the existing business improvement area district will remain in tact until the new district becomes effective. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter adopting Resolution No. 86-202, a resolution of intention of the City Council of the City of Redding in the matters of the estab- lishment of a Parking and Business Improvement Area pursuant to the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1979, Streets and High- ways Code Sections 36500 Et Seq., and the disestablishment of the existing Parking and Business Improvement Area pursuant to the Parking and Business Area Improvement Law of 1965, Streets and Highways Code Sections 36000-36081, and Redding Municipal Code Section 6.18.140., and setting a public hearing for September 15, 1986, 7:00 P.M. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Ordering Abatement of Property located at 1283 California Street (Cascade Hotel), owned by William P. Cox (A-030-070) Attorney Archer F. Pugh, representing the owners of the property at 1283 California Street, appeared before Council and requested another 30-day continuance on the abatement proceedings. He said the drawings submitted to the Planning and Building Departments did not meet their requirements, and he needs to meet with Building Official Voges and the engineer concerning the detailed plans. Mr. Pugh believes the project is beneficial to the City and the building should be retained as it has potential historical status. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen deferring the resolution ordering abatement and continuing the matter another 30 days. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CITY OF REDDING LIABILITY INSURANCE AND RISK (B-050-050) City Attorney Hays stated that the City has an established policy of requiring users of City-owned facilities to provide insurance naming the City of Redding additional insured and requiring ten days notice of cancellation of insurance. He said insurance companies continue to press for the City to lessen those requirements which, in effect, would increase the City's liability. It is felt that the exposures are too great; and, if these policies are not continued, the City will not be able to obtain any kind of excess liability coverage. Mr. Hays explained that the following ten-day cancellation clause language the insurance companies are seeking to have the City approve is not suitable and is worded so as to provide loopholes for insurance companies' liability: "Should any of the above-described policies be cancelled before the expiration date thereof, the issuing company will endeavor to mail ten days written notice to the certificate holder named below, but failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company its agents or representatives." It has been a longstanding practice of the City Attorney's office to require a guaranteed notice of any cancellation. It is the recommendation of both the City Manager and the City Attor- ney's Office that the City maintain its current policy concerning the requirement of the additional insured endorsement as well as the cancellation provision. It is further recommended that the City not accept risk for events by the waiving of insurance requirements. Council Member Dahl remarked that he appreciated the frustrations of individuals in the community trying to obtain insurance for various events, but it is important to look after the welfare of the taxpayer. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the recommendation of the City Attorney to retain the current policy concerning insurance requirements. The Vote: Unani- mous Ayes BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR (B-050-100) Mr. Howard Taylor, 530 Loma Vista, owner of Taylor Motors, objected to the City's purchasing automobiles from non-local companies when there are competitive local companies. He said Redding auto dealers are the largest collector of taxes and contribute to the local economy. He questioned the fairness of purchasing five vehicles at one time out of the city. Council Member Johannessen said it was his understanding that the City did use local dealers and local suppliers when the opportunity exist- ed. Mr. Courtney explained that the proposed purchase of vehicles the City is dealing with would be purchased from auto rental agencies and leasing companies. Since there is an expression of local dealers, he suggested the City explore the local market again. Council Member Carter advised Mr. Taylor that a committee has been formed to review the City's practices of awarding bids and purchasing equipment. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-110-140) Party Shop Liquors (Albert & Nancy J. Baldi) 1822 Eureka Way Grandview Market (Frances T. Jensen) 3504 Railroad Avenue Campers Commissary (Kory D. & Tammy Callantine) 2800 Bechelli Lane At the hour of 9:35 P.M., Mayor Fulton recessed the City Council meeting for the City of Redding Housing Authority meeting. At the hour of 9:40 P.M., the City Council meeting was reconvened. REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION (C-090-100 & C-090) Mayor Fulton announced that pursuant to (a) Government Code Section 54956.9(a) Council will adjourn to closed session to discuss pending litigation and, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b), Council will discuss settlement of claims. At the hour of 10:17 P.M., Council reconvened to regular session. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:17 P.M., Mayor Fulton declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk