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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1987-01-05 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California January 5, l987 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Manager Courtney. The invocation was offered by Pastor Reinhold Tilstra of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fulton with the following Council Members present: Carter, Dahl, Johannessen, and Fulton. Council Members absent: Gard. Also present were City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director Arness, Electric Director Lindley, Planning and Commu- nity Development Director Perry, Chief of Police Whitmer, Engineering Manager Russell, Resources Manager Coleman, Director of Finance Downing, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of General Services Masingale, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Personnel Services Bristow, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Director of Utilities/Customer Services Vokal, Police Lieutenant Alvord, Housing Administrator Maurer, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, Senior Assistant Planner Hanson, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Systems Analyst Erwin, Tourism Manager Sharp, 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 November 24, l986 Regular Meeting of December l5, l986 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-l30-ll0) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. l3, check numbers l20984 through l2l476 inclusive, in the amount of $8,256,896.38, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. l2, check numbers 235044 through 235706 inclusive, in the amount of $576,313.27, for the period Novem- ber 30, l986, through December l3, l986, be approved; and, Payroll Register No. l3, check numbers 235707 through 236366 inclusive, in the amount of $575,114.39, for the period December l4, l986, through December 27, l986, be approved. TOTAL: $9,408,324.04 Award of Bid - Uniform, Linen and Laundry Service (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l849, uniform, linen and laundry service, be awarded to Aratex Ser- vices, Inc., for a three-year period ending March, l990. Award of Bid - Envelopes (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l856, envelopes, be awarded to Transo Envelope Company in the amount of $l0,55l.24. Award of Bid - Visitors Guides (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Bid Schedule No. l857, visitors guides, be awarded to Resorts Publishing Company in the amount of $l0,600.00. Proposed Purchase - Open Office System Furniture from Tab Products Company (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that, pursuant to Section 4.20.080 of the Redding Municipal Code, open office system furniture from Tab Products Company be purchased for the Police Department in the amount of $6,493.94, and for the City Clerk in the amount of $l2,663.20. Proposed Purchase - Pagers (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that, pursuant to Section 4.20.080 of the Redding Municipal Code, pagers from Jerry's Mobile Radio be purchased for the Fire Department in the amount of $7,30l.28. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Three Phase Pad Type Dis- tribu-tion Switches (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author- ize staff to proceed with the bidding process for three phase pad type distribution switches, at an estimated cost of $55,000. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Heating and Air Conditioning Maintenance (B-050-l00) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author- ize staff to proceed with the bidding process for heating and air conditioning maintenance service at the Civic Auditorium, at an estimated cost of $2,000 annually. Resolution - re Abandonment Application A-5-86, by Jim Elkins (A-0l0-390, L-0l0-040) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 87-2 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a portion of an open space easement located on property at 490, 504, and 5l8 Turquoise Court (A-5-86), and ratifying the negative declaration. Resolution - re Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding Between the City and Local Union l934, IAFF (P-l00-050-050) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 87-3 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ratifying the amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Redding and Local Union l934 of International Association of Fire Fighters, AFL-Cl0, converting to a three-platoon system effective January ll, l987. Redding Area Bus Authority - Personnel (A-050-l35, R-0l0) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Council authorize staff to proceed with implementation of an additional staff member for the Redding Area Bus Authority, as soon as possible. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Hilltop Drive Signal Inter- connect (B-050-020, T-080-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that staff be authorized to proceed with the bidding process to install conduit and cable along Hilltop from Dana to Mervyn's to interconnect the existing signalized intersections. It was noted that the final award will be contingent on project funding approval by the RRA at its January 26, l987 meeting. Notice of Completion - Influent Pump Replacement at Redding Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (B-050-020, W-0l0-450) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. l756 (Job No. 9585), influent pump replacement at Redding Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, be accepted as satisfactorily completed by TICO Construction for the final contract price of $55,900, and that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. Notice of Completion - Henderson Ditch Reconstruction (B-050-020, S-070-300-265) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. l82l (Job No. 9625), Henderson Ditch Reconstruction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed by William D. Johnson Co., Inc., for the final contract price of $l6,500, and that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. Award of Bid - Pumphouse No. l Upgrade (B-050-020, W-030-l25-0l0) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. l858 (Job No. 9578), Pumphouse No. l Upgrade, be awarded to Russ Howington in the amount of $257,000. Resolution - re Downtown Parking (Public Parking Lot Numbers 8, 9, l0, and l2) (P-030-230) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 87-4 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Traffic Control Map by (l) modifying the lower level of Parking Lot No. 9 with an extension of the parking time limits from l0:00 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. for the four rows of the lot; and (2) changing the opening time of Parking Lots 8, 9 and l0 as follows: Parking Lots 8 and 9 for the upper level westerly row facing California Street from 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M., and the remainder of Parking Lots 8, 9, and l0, from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. Contract Change Order - Municipal Airport Transient Parking (B-050-020, A-090-l00) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order No. l, to Bid Schedule No. l827 (Job No. 979l), construction of Municipal Airport Transient Parking. Resolution - re Lease Agreement with the North Valley Art League at ll26 Parkview Avenue (C-070-l00) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-5 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the lease agreement between the City of Redding and the North Valley Art League, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution - re Reimbursement Agreement with Henk and Else Zoll for Water Line and Fire Hydrant (A-070-300) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-6 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the reimbursement agreement between the City of Redding and Henk G. Zoll and Else M. Zoll for a water line and fire hydrant, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution - re Abatement at 29l5 Market Street (Townhouse Lodge), owned by Atlas Savings & Loan (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-7 be adopted a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and confirming the report and account of the costs of abatement of the unsafe buildings and debris on the property at 29l5 Market Street (Townhouse Lodge), owned by Atlas Savings & Loan (pre- viously owned by Young Soo Kim and Joung Hoon Kim). Resolution - re Abatement at 905 Hartnell Avenue, owned by Eve A. Berg, et al. (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-8 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 905 Hartnell Avenue (owned by Eve A. Berg, et al.). Resolution - re Acceptance of Dedication of Parcel A, Sunset Terrace Unit No. 6A (S-l00-720) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-9 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting the dedication of Parcel A as shown on the Parcel Map of Sunset Terrace Unit No. 6A recorded August 9, l978, in Book l5 of Parcel Maps, at Page l2l, Shasta County records. - - - - 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 87-2, 87-3, 87-4, 87-5, 87-6, 87-7, 87-8, 87-9, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Request from Redding Peace Officers Association - re Presentation on Negotiations (P-l00-050-l20) Police Officers Larry Liebscher, Don Ostendorf, and Gary Hughes, presented their feelings regarding the stalemated negotiations between the Peace Officers and City management. They submitted letters dated January 5, l987, which are incorporated herein by reference. Letters were also submitted by Police Officers Edward Pecis and Vern Westrip dated January 5, l987, and are incorporated herein by reference. Mayor Fulton commented that the Council feels strongly that this matter should be resolved and added that another closed Council meeting will be held this week with the City's negotiating team. He noted that the City must go along with the Council majority. Council Member Johannessen said he wants the officers and families to understand that there is nothing he would rather see than to have this resolved. He felt that it will be resolved and will be equitable to all. Mr. Johannessen stressed that gains are being made and they will be long-lasting. Request from Quality Medi-Ride - re Reconsideration of its Application for Limited Ambulance Service (T-l00-030) A letter was received from Quality Medi-Ride stating that, due to the tie vote of the City Council on l2/l5/86, they would like to have a new public hearing on l/l9/87, to consider their application for a limited ambulance service. City Attorney Hays indicated that it is appropriate to reconsider this matter, if the Council so desires. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl setting a public hearing for 7:00 P.M., January l9, l987, to consider the public convenience and necessity for an additional limited ambulance service, Quality Medi-Ride. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Carr, Kennedy, Peterson & Frost - Offering a $35,000 Anonymous Donation to the Development and Construction of the Sacramento River Trail (P-050-460-700) A communication was received from Carr, Kennedy, Peterson & Frost, representing an anonymous doner who feels the work of the City of Redding Parks and Recreation Department is beneficial to the community and provides essential services to young people as well as adults. They enclosed a check in the amount of $35,000 to be used for the completion of the development and construction of the Sacramento River Trail. Council Members commented that a donation of this amount of money is extremely important and will be a great help in completing the City's share of the trail. Mayor Fulton emphasized that the City is cer- tainly appreciative of this generous donation. PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-2l-86, by Creative Living (L-0l0-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-2l-86, by Creative Living (Lancer Hills 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 December 30, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986. He stated that the Plan- ning Commission has recommended the rezoning of property located at l220 Lancers Lane from "U" Unclassified District to "R-3-25" Multi- ple-Family Residential District and "U-F" Unclassified District. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the draft negative declaration. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the rezoning be approved as outlined and as depicted on the exhibit entitled "Staff Recommended Zoning", that the negative declaration be ratified, and Council direct staff to prepare an ordinance for first reading. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter that Council make the following findings re RZ-2l-86, by Creative Living: l. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratify the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of Adminis- trative Review on October 29, l986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter instructing staff to prepare an ordinance pertaining to RZ-2l-86. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-l2-86, by U-Haul and Charles Victor (l55 E. Cypress and 265l Lowden Lane) (L-0l0-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-l2-86, by U-Haul and Charles Victor (l55 E. Cypress and 265l Lowden Lane). 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 December 30, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986. He stated that the Plan- ning Commission has recommended approval of a request to rezone separate properties located at l55 Cypress Avenue and 256l Lowden Lane. The rezoning request now being considered is to rezone the northern parcel (U-Haul) from "U" Unclassified to "C-2" Central Commercial District and to rezone the southerly parcel (Victor) from "U" Unclassified District to "RM-l8" Multiple-Family Residential District. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the negative declaration. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the Council rezone the property as depicted, to "C-2-F" and "RM-l8-F", that the negative declaration be ratified, and an ordinance be offered for first reading. 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 Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl that Council make the following findings relative to RZ-l2-86: 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, ratify the Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commis- sion on December 9, l986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Johannessen offered Ordinance No. l792 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-l2-86). PUBLIC HEARING - re Planned Development Application PD-3-86, by O. G. Rosolia (Country Homes) (L-0l0-2l0-l00) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re Planned Development Application PD-3-86, by O. G. Rosolia. 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 December 30, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986. He stated that the appli- cant is requesting the prezoning of property located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Oasis Road and Gold Hills Drive to "PD" Planned Development District. Mr. Perry explained that the area is currently undergoing annexation proceedings to annex to the City of Redding and is required by LAFCO to be prezoned. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that PD-3-86 be approved, that an ordinance be offered for first reading and that Council recertify EIR-4-79 as adequately addressing the environmental impacts of the project. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Fulton, Mr. Perry advised that this entire area is outside the City limits and development of the project is contingent on annexation. He explained that if annexation does not happen, the applicant would have to go to the County for approval. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, 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 changes or alterations have been required or incorporated into the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect identified in EIR-4-79. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. l793 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 (PD-3-86). PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l0-86, by Shasta Golf Investors (G-030-0l0) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public hearing re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-l0-86, by Shasta Golf Investors. 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 December 30, l986 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986. He stated that the Plan- ning Commission has recommended approval of a General Plan amendment request to reclassify l2.2 acres from "Residential, 2.0 units per acre" and "Greenway" to "Retail." A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that conceptual approval be given subject to the following: l. Recording property line adjustments to relocate the open-space easement. 2. Recording a use agreement limiting development to uses incidental to and supportive of the primary use as a golf course and not retail providing convenience, general retail, service, or office activities. If Council concurs, Mr. Perry recommended that the negative declara- tion be ratified and staff be directed to bring a resolution to the Council for consideration together with an executed use agreement. Greg Dunbar, ll20 West Street, representing Shasta Golf Investors, advised that it is anticipated that the first phase of the project should begin in late spring of l987, and should be in operation by the Spring of l988. 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 Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter that Council make the following findings relative to GPA-l0-86: 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, ratify the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of Adminis- trative Review on November l9, l986. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter approving GPA-l0-86 in concept and instructing staff to prepare a resolution for consideration together with an executed use agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes APPOINTMENT - Electric Utility Commission (B-080-l60) It is the recommendation of Mayor Fulton that Arnold C. Iwanick be appointed to the Electric Utility Commission for the remaining four-- year term ending October 3l, l990. This appointment will complete the seven-member commission. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the appointment of Arnold C. Iwanick to the Electric Utility, for a term ending October 3l, l990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-20-86, by Morris Marquette, et al (L-0l0-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. l79l be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl that Ordinance No. l79l 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-20-86). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Ordinance No. l79l is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE - Recommendation re Agreement for Production of a Redding Centennial Program (B-080-650-l30) Tourism Manager Sharp submitted an agreement which has been approved by the City Attorney, authorizing Carmel Farley, as an independent contractor, to produce a souvenir magazine commemorating Redding's l00th year. It is recommended that Council approve the agreement and authorize Barbara Gard as Chair of the Redding Centennial Steering Committee to sign the agreement. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the agreement with Carmel Farley to produce a souvenir magazine commemorating Redding's l00th year. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REQUEST TO PROCEED WITH RECRUITMENT - Rates and Economics Analyst Associate Position in Electric Utility (P-l00-060) City Manager Courtney submitted a job description and justification statement for a Rates and Economics Analyst Associate position in the Electric Utility. He explained that this position is included in the l986-87 budget. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter authorizing staff to proceed with recruitment for the above-stated position. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes FUNDING FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MEMORIAL CENTER AND THE TEEN CENTER (B-l30-l20) Finance Director Downing advised that the Revenue Sharing Committee has recommended that Parks and Recreation personnel provide program administration for the Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Center and the Teen Center, in the amount of $l5,500. This would provide funding for the six month period ending June 30, l987. Ms. Downing stated that, as requested by Council, meetings have been held with both agencies and this matter is now before Council for consideration. Ms. Downing listed the following alternatives: l. City staff would provide program administration with a fund transfer to the General Fund. 2. Contract with the agency to provide services. 3. Do not provide the services. Council Member Dahl, as the selected liaison, submitted his recommen- dation to Council dated January 5, l987, which is incorporated herein by reference. He suggested that $7,750 be transferred to the General Fund for the employment of two part-time recreation leaders to be supervised by the Parks and Recreation staff; and, that an allocation of $7,750 be made to the Teen Center for contract services. Mr. Dahl expressed that there is a new relationship between the cities and the Federal Government and noted that the discontinuance of Revenue Sharing funds creates some very hard decisions for the City. He said the local governments will not play an active roll in social programs any longer. Council Member Carter noted that he has sat in on some of these meetings and concurred that the City is in a very difficult position to establish priorities for funding. Recreation and Parks Director Riley advised that staff would like to continue as many of the on-going programs as possible at the MLK Center. He indicated that the Parks and Recreation staff will need to find out what programs they do have. Finance Director Downing felt that, for the six month period, it will be possible for these agencies to continue their operations. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the recommendation of Council Member Dahl as follows: l. Transfer $7,750 to the General Fund for the employment of two part-time recreation leaders to be supervised by the Parks and Recreation staff for the Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Center. Staff should work closely with the MLK Center Board of Directors in an attempt to continue the current on-going programs. Staff will seek alternative methods to solve non-recreational program problems to continue their much needed service to the community. Staff will also prepare the necessary information for the City Council for consideration of the program in the l987-88 annual budget. 2. An allocation of $7,750 be made to the Teen Center for contract services. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT PROJECT STATUS REPORT - January l987 (A-050-l20) Electric Director Lindley submitted the Electric Department Project Status Report for January l987. This was an information item and no action was required. COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO REQUEST PROPOSALS FOR CONSULTING SERVICES - to Assist with ER-7 Proceedings (E-090-l60) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated December 29, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that on November l4, l986, the California Energy Commission (CEC) announced that the deadline for submittal of the Common Fore-casting Methodology 7 (CFM-6) forms will be June l, l987. Mr. Lindley explained that completion of the CFM-7 forms is the major task neces-sary to participate in the biennial Electricity Report 7 (ER-7). The announced deadline is six months earlier than anticipated. Mr. Lindley stated that the Electric Department has determined that consulting services will be required to assist the Electric Department in participating in the ER-7 process. He outlined the reasons for this need. Mr. Lindley explained that the Electric Department re- cently sent Requests for Qualifications for assistance in the ER-7 process to ll consulting firms; and, based on the evaluation of the responses received, RMI is the most qualified. It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council author- ize staff to negotiate a professional services contract with RMI, subject to Council approval, to assist in the preparation of ER-7. If it is Council's desire to select a consulting firm based on the competitive Request for Proposals process, the Electric Department recommends that Council authorize staff to prepare and send RFP's to RMI, Black & Veatch, and EBASCO. Council Member Carter asked if it would be to the City's advantage to get EBASCO involved to make it more competitive. Mr. Lindley replied that the RFP process is a competitive process. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton authorizing staff to negotiate a contract with RMI, subject to Council approval, to assist in the preparation of ER-7. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Dahl and Fulton Noes: Council Members - Carter and Johannessen Absent: Council Members - Gard Council Member Johannessen emphasized that this is a substantial amount of money and if the RFP process is bypassed, staff will be bringing back a contract that may be over what it should be. Mr. Lindley felt it would be more reasonable to negotiate a time and materials contract with RMI. He felt that the cost after the RFP process will be greater because the time constraints will be more difficult to accommodate. Mr. Lindley also felt one of the main reasons why the City's last submittal to the CEC was accepted, was due to RMI's expertise in the process. He noted that many of the sub- mittals from other utilities were not accepted. Mr. Lindley said it took approximately four months to prepare the CFM last year. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter authorizing staff to issue Request for Proposals to RMI, Black & Veatch, and EBASCO, to prepare the Common Forecasting Method- ology 7 forms to the California Energy Commission. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - Fulton Absent: Council Members - Gard SULPHUR CREEK AND CHURN CREEK ROAD SUBSTATION LANDSCAPING (B-050-020, E-090-l40-l80, E-090-l40-725) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986. He stated that staff has been directed to develop more precise cost estimates for Council consideration regarding the landscaping of the street frontages of the electric substations located on Sulphur Creek Road and on the corner of Churn Creek Road and Industrial Street. Mr. Perry presented cost estimates for both projects and advised that intent of the landscaping is to dress up the appearance of the site as identified in the EIR for the project. It is recommended that staff be authorized to finalize the design and bid the two projects. He noted that funds for these projects were included in the l986-87 electric budget. Council Member Johannessen commented that he still feels the cost is out of line. Mr. Perry noted that staff used unit prices on similar projects. He said, hopefully, the bids will be competitive. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl authorizing staff to finalize the design and proceed with the bidding process for landscaping of the Sulphur Creek and Churn Creek Road Substations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PROPERTY AT l283 CALIFORNIA STREET - Cascade Hotel (A-030-070, L-0l0-4l0) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that the Planning Commission approved a variance and use permit to convert the existing building at l283 California Street to 23 senior-citizen apartment units and one manag- er's unit. Mr. Perry explained that the permit is contingent on several things, including progress toward removing safety hazards, a variance agreement, and termination or continuation of the abatement procedures by the City Council. Mr. Perry submitted the variance agreement and advised that, if Council concurs, the Mayor should be authorized to sign the variance agreement upon receipt of the signed agreement by Mr. Cox. He said, in the event progress is not made, the matter can be reactivated without going through the number of steps necessary to bring the matter back to the City Council. David Packard, l300 West Street, representing Mr. Cox, advised Council that they are proceeding as quickly as possible. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter authorizing the Mayor to sign the variance agreement and holding the abatement action in abeyance for six months to determine progress on rehabilitating the building. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REPORT ON REGIONAL FIRING RANGE (C-070-0l0-050) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated December 30, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that Council authorized circulation of a letter to various public agencies to determine their interest in the development of a regional firing range. That letter and the responses were submitted to Council. Mr. Perry stated that the responses indicate that there is a need although this is somewhat being met by the Record Range or other ranges at the present time. He said there is some interest in study- ing the concept; but there is little interest in funding a study and presumably even less in site acquisition. He added that there is some interest in helping in management; and only one of the public agencies indicated a potential site. Mr. Perry pointed out that Shasta County indicated it may have a location and he has asked the Gun Club's representatives to review the possible suitability of the County site. No action was required on this matter. Council Member Johannessen said he believes there are potential funds for this type of endeavor. He felt it is generally understood that facilities like the Record Range have a limited life. Mr. Bill Woodward, l095 Hillcrest Place, said the County has offered its assistance by offering to donate a site. He noted that the National Guard will have a letter forthcoming. Mr. Woodward em- phasized that there is considerable interest and he believes there is a viable facility in the offing. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION - re Benches Along Sacramento River Trail (P-050-460-700) Senior Assistant Planner Hanson reviewed the staff memorandum to Council dated December 30, l986. He explained that Council authorized $3,200 for construction of eight concrete and wood benches for place- ment along the Sacramento River Trail. Of that amount, Mr. Hanson indicated that only $l,708 has been spent for concrete sides. The remaining labor and materials were donated by the following groups and individuals: Redding East Rotary 7 benches Redding Host Lions 2 benches George Hinman Eagle Scouts 3 benches Dan Cook Industries backhoe work Some materials were also donated by Moss Lumber, Gerlinger Steel, and Redding Truck Center. It is the opinion of staff that these efforts demonstrated great pride in the community which should be recognized and applauded. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the staff that a resolution of appre- ciation be adopted. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that Resolution No. 87-l be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding honoring outstanding citizens for their contribution to the enhancement of the Sacramento River Trail. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Johannessen and Fulton Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Gard Resolution No. 87-l is on file in the office of the City Clerk. George Hinman, Eagle Scout, 3400 Summit Drive, said that without the help of Mr. Hanson, he could not have completed his project. He also thanked the City Council for its support. RENOVATION OF CDF BUILDINGS (C-050-240) Greg Beale, Recreation and Parks Commissioner, reviewed the Commis- sion's memorandum to Council dated December 30, l986. He explained that the City recently assumed ownership of the California Department of Forestry buildings in South City Park. Mr. Beale stated that there are three buildings on the northerly portion of the pro-perty that need to be renovated. He said his department would like to use these buildings to relieve the pressures of functions now carried on at the Community Cottage and various school locations. Mr. Riley pointed out that the buildings in question do not meet City codes as to electrical and plumbing amenities. It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission that Council approve the renovation of these buildings at an approximate cost of $30,000. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the renovation of three buildings on the northerly portion of the CDF property, at an approximate cost of $30,000, for use by the Recreation and Parks Department. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RECOMMENDATION RE LANDSCAPED AREA IN LAKE REDDING PARK (P-050-270) Greg Beale, Recreation and Parks Commissioner, reviewed the Commis- sion's memorandum to Council dated December 30, l986, which is incor- porated herein by reference. This was a resubmittal of a request to construct a landscaped parking lot in Lake Redding Park. Mr. Beale explained that, in prioritizing the l986-87 Parks Department budget, the Commission included $30,000 of the existing budget for landscaping of the area in question. He said, on examination of the area and in planning for the landscaping, it was determined that in order to reach the goal of a properly developed regional park, the need for addi- tional parking in this area was necessary. Mr. Beale said the Commission respectfully disagrees with Council's previous assessment that no further parking is needed in this area. He noted that the Commission receives constant requests by organiza- tions to use these parks and the estimates of participants run in the hundreds to thousands of participants on weekends and special events. It is the unanimous recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commis- sion that a landscaped parking area be approved in Lake Redding Park. Council Member Carter reiterated that he drives by this every day and sees no justification for this expenditure. Mr. Beale advised that he has been involved in several Nor Cal runs and there is a problem with parking. He added that the vacant com- mercial property to the west of the park was also used for overflow parking, but the property is now developed. He emphasized that the Commission felt that a landscaped parking lot is part of the planned development of Caldwell Park. Mr. Beale also stressed that the Commission is looking at long-range planning and felt this is a step in completing the master plan for Caldwell Park. Mr. Riley concurred that there are a lot of events in the Park after hours and on weekends that need additional parking. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Dahl, Finance Director Downing advised that if this money is not expended at this time, it will go back to the Parks Development Fund. Council Member Dahl felt there are greater priorities for the use of these funds. Mr. Beale commented that the completion of Caldwell Park is a high priority of the Commission. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl denying the use of $30,000 to construct a landscaped parking lot in Lake Redding/Caldwell Park. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS - January l987 (A-050-300) Public Works Director Arness presented the Public Works Planning Reports for January, l987. ORDINANCE - re Amendment to Municipal Code Pertaining to "Sewers" (W-020-590) Public Works Director Arness stated that, shortly after the new sewer ordinance was adopted last spring, it was discovered that highly seasonal users such as overnight campers, trailer parks, and transient multiple housing units (hotels and motels), were listed under Section l4.l6.l00, "Sewer Service Charges," the Class I-B (residential users). He explained that this makes it extremely difficult to apply the sewer charges fairly since there is no authority in this Section to make adjustments. The proposed amendment places these highly seasonal users in a Section which permits the Director of Public Works to adjust the rates to reflect actual use. It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the pro- posed ordinance be offered for first reading. Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. l794 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter l4.l6/Sewers of Title l4/Utilities of the Redding Municipal Code by deleting Classes I and II of Section l4.l6.l00 in their entirety and substituting therefor new Classes I and II. RECOMMENDATION RE TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF TRANSPORTATION VAN (G-l00-l70, R-0l0-900) Public Works Director Arness reviewed his memorandum to Council dated December l8, l986. He explained that in June l98l, the State Depart- ment of Transportation awarded a $22,000 grant to the City of Redding for the purchase of one handicapped-accessible van. Mr. Arness advised that the original agreement stated that the van would have a three year life and would be used to provide handicapped-accessible transportation on a pre-scheduled basis for cancer patients of Mercy Medical Center in and around Shasta County. Under this agreement Mercy Medical Center was to provide operation and maintenance costs, insurance, and a licensed driver. Mr. Arness stated that this program has been discontinued and consideration has been given to transferring the van to the Redding Area Bus Authority. Mr. Arness advised that RABA staff contacted the State of California, the City Attorney, Director of Finance, and Housing Administrator to determine if a problem would exist should an ownership transfer occur. It was indicated that as long as the vehicle continues to transport the public, the State would approve the transfer. Mr. Arness said the Shasta Senior Nutrition has indicated they would offer a reduction per ride to RABA if they were allowed to use the vehicle to provide service to RABA. It is staff's recommendation that the Dodge handicapped-accessible van be transferred to the Redding Area Bus Authority for use in transport- ing the mobility impaired. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter approving the recommendation of the Public Works Director as stated above. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes DOWNTOWN REDDING MALL l987 BUDGET AND CHARGE FOR "FREE CUSTOMER PARKING" (M-0l0-200-400, P-030-230) Deputy City Attorney McNeill reviewed his memorandum to the Council dated December 23, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that the Downtown Mall merchants have submitted a budget for l987 for Council's review and approval. He added that this follows closely upon a related request to waive the charge for "free customer parking." Mr. McNeill noted that the proposed budget does not include the $29,500 charge for free customer parking. Mr. McNeill addressed the legal status of the request to cancel the parking charge and explained that the agreement allows for termination of the charge for free parking, provided that notice of termination is given 90 days before the end of the year. He noted that notice from the Downtown Mall Association did not give the City 90 days' advance notice, so the parking charge may be imposed for l987 for the last time. He reviewed some of the policy considerations behind the free parking charge and analysis of the existing Business Improvement Area. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that: l. City Council reject the proposed Business Improvement Area Budget for l987; and the request to waive the $29,500 parking charge, 2. Request that the Mall advisory Board provide a complete account- ing of its use of funds received from the City in l986; and, 3. Refer the question of charging for parking in the Mall lots (by permit or otherwise) to the Traffic and Parking Commission for further study. Council Member Dahl asked what impact it would have on the General Fund if the $29,500 parking charge is waived. Finance Director Downing advised that the money would have to come out of the General Fund. In response to an inquiry from Council Member Carter, Transportation Coordinator Duryee said it is believed that approximately l/3 of the parking facilities in the Downtown Mall are being used by employees. Council Member Johannessen commented that there is $2.l million of public funds that need to be paid back and noted that the City is already subsidizing the Mall for over $200,000 per year. He noted that the reason for removing the parking meters in the first place was to provide free customer parking. Mr. Johannessen suggested that the permit question be referred to the Traffic and Parking Commission. Chuck Zink, 800 August Way, representing the Downtown Mall, said he disagrees that the Mall Association has done everything wrong. He noted that several of the stores in the Mall have had significant increases in sales over Christmas and they would like to gain 25% over all in l987. Mr. Zink commented that it would be difficult to have common hours of operation in the Mall because there are so many individual owners. He questioned the terms of the lease agreement and felt the wording is ambiguous. Mr. Zink said, if Council denies this request, the whole downtown will be penalized. Council Member Johannessen felt the merchants could assess themselves a little more and unless they have a consensus, he cannot feel very confident about the future of the Mall. Council Member Carter asked about the time lines for approval of the Mall budget. Mr. McNeill explained that the agreement requires that a budget be submitted before February l5, of each calendar year. He said action could be deferred until February. Council Member Johannessen suggested that the parking issue be re- ferred to the Traffic and Parking Commission. Council Member Dahl agreed that Council wants to see the downtown revitalized and healthy, but the impacts on the General Fund are a great concern. He noted that this would increase the City's subsidy to about $300,000. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter (l) rejecting the proposed Business Improvement Area Budget for l987, and the request to waive the $29,500 parking charge, (2) that the Mall Advisory Board be asked to provide a complete accounting of its use of funds received from the City in l986; and (3) referring the question of charging for parking in the Mall lots (by permit or otherwise) to the Traffic and Parking Commission for further study. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PARK DEVELOPMENT FEES (L-0l0-l00, P-050) City Attorney Hays reviewed his memorandum to Council dated December 30, l986, which is incorporated herein by reference. He explained that on November l7, l986, Council instructed him to provide further information regarding the use of Park Development Funds and whether or not these funds could be used to fund the Teen Center instead of developing a parking lot in Caldwell Park. Mr. Hays explained that Ordinance No. l393 establishing the Park Development Fund states that the this fund is to be used for the purposes of providing funds for parks in the City. He said it is his interpretation that these funds are to be used for capital improvements in the parks or the acquisi- tion of park lands only and cannot be used for operation and mainte- nance of park facilities. Mr. Hays submitted a copy of the Ordinance and reviewed the alterna- tives that can be considered. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Council continue to utilize the funds collected through the Park Development Fund for the purposes of capital expenditures only. This was an information item and no action was required. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association: (B-l30-030-700) Publicity Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-ll0-l40) El Ray's (Charles Jewell) l890 Park Marina Drive Barbie Jo's (Jodie Branum and Barbara Martin) l405 Market Street ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (A-050-080) Mayor Fulton announced that this will be the last meeting at which the Council will have the honor of having the presence of the current City Manager, Robert Courtney. He noted that a resolution will be forthcoming in his honor. Mayor Fulton commented that he has worked with Mr. Courtney for many years and he has kept a strong fiscal presence. Mayor Fulton ex-pressed his appreciation for the many years of hard work Mr. Courtney has spent with the City. Council Member Dahl stated that Mr. Courtney helped him the first time with his Master's Thesis and it is a pleasure to know him. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR (P-050-270, B-080-350) Vi Klaseen, 595 Mary Street, member of the Recreation and Parks Commission, spoke regarding the parking lot in Caldwell Park. Mrs. Klaseen said, after listening to the Council this evening, it seems it is rejecting the prioritizing system of the Commission, which is to finish the parks. She emphasized that the Council needs to trust what the Commissions are bringing before it. Mrs. Klaseen stressed that the Commission is concerned about the total recreation and total parks of the City of Redding. She said this is an area along Quartz Hill Road that needs to be finished off. Council Member Carter expressed his appreciation for the hard work the Commission has been doing, but noted that the Council sees things from a different perspective. He said it is not a repudiation of the Commissions hard work. Mr. Carter added that the City is in a new era now with the Federal Government pulling back funds and this is a major concern to the Council. Council Member Dahl stated that the vast majority of Commission recommendations that have come to Council have been approved. He said this was a confusing and unique recommendation and needed to be scrutinized. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 9:45 P.M., Mayor Fulton declared the meeting adjourned to Wednesday, January 7, l987, at the Redding Tourist and Convention Bureau. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk