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Redding, California
January l9, l987 7:00 P.M.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Planning and Community
Development Director Perry.
The invocation was offered by Jeff Gilman of the Goodnews Rescue
Mission.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fulton with the following
Council Members present: Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen, and Fulton.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, City Attorney Hays,
Director of Public Works Arness, Planning and Community Development
Director Perry, Chief of Police Whitmer, Superintendent of Public
Works Galusha, Director of Finance Downing, Director of General
Services Masingale, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Director of
Data Processing Kelley, Police Lieutenant Alvord, Housing
Administrator Maurer, Convention & Visitors Bureau Director Heuer,
Accountant Manager Sundin, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, Accountant
Pennington, Museum Director Bond, Tourism Manager Sharp, Convention &
Visitors Bureau Clerk Chestnut, 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. l4, check numbers l2l477
through l2l763 inclusive, in the amount of $1,080,867.76, be approved
and paid, and Payroll Register No. l4, check numbers 236367 through
237038 inclusive, in the amount of $582,158.97, for the period
December 28, l986 through January l0, l987, be approved.
TOTAL: $1,663,026.73
Treasurer's Report - December 3l, l986
(B-l30-l50)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $l6,403,9l9.97
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $94,4l8,94l.79
Proposed Purchase - Three Utility Truck Bodies
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author-
ize staff to proceed with the formal bidding process for three (3)
utility bodies. She noted that Public Works has $4,700 budgeted for
this purchase.
Award of Bid - Repair Electrical Equipment at Downtown Mall Parking
Facility Lot No. 8
(B-050-l00, M-0l0-200)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l860, repair of electrical equipment at the Downtown Mall Parking
Facility Lot #8, be awarded to H & H Electric in the amount of
$6,574.56.
Award of Bid - Roofing and Flashing at the Police Department
(B-050-l00, C-050-550)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l86l, roofing and flashing at the Police Department, be awarded to
Hunter Roofing Company in the amount of $l3,395.00.
Award of Bid - Roofing and Flashing at Fire Hall Number l
(B-050-l00, C-050-275-0l0)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l862, roofing and flashing at Fire Hall Number l, be awarded to Hunter
Roofing Company in the amount of $l4,372.
Award of Bid - Roofing and Flashing at Fire Hall Number 5
(B-050-l00, C-050-275-050)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l863, roofing and flashing at Fire Hall Number 5, be awarded to Hunter
Roofing Company in the amount of $5,988.00.
Award of Bid - Roofing and Flashing, City Manager's Wing at City Hall
(B-050-l00, C-050-l00-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l864, roofing and flashing of City Manager's wing at City Hall, be
awarded to Benson Roofing in the amount of $9,875.00.
Award of Bid - ll5 KV Non-Ceramic Insulators
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l868, ll5 KV Non-Ceramic Insulators, be awarded to Western States
Electric in the amount of $l7l,073.40.
Award of Bid - Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l869, single phase pole type distribution transformers, be awarded to
Maydwell and Hartzell, with an evaluated bid of $l32,579.32 and a
purchase price of $52,705.32.
Award of Bid - Aluminum Light Standards
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l870, aluminum light standards, be awarded to Norcal Electric Supply
in the amount of $8,l09.00.
Award of Bid - Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l87l, three phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to
Square D, with an evaluated bid of $l34,l94.48 and a purchase price of
$49,9l8.58.
Award of Bid - l5 KV URD Conductor
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No.
l872, l5 KV URD Conductor, be awarded to Phillips Cables Inc., in the
amount of $43,380.29.
Resolution for Supplemental Appropriation for Proposed Purchases
(B-050-l00)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No.
87-ll be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting certain supplemental appropriations,
calculated as of January l9, l987, and to be effective for the remain-
der of the fiscal year ending June 30, l987.
It is further recommended that Council authorize staff to proceed with
the following unbudgeted purchases:
Supplemental
Department Description Appropriation
Utility Customer 60" Cabinet $ 650.00
Service
Utility Customer Redwood Sign $ l,400.00
Service
Utility Customer Carpet Conference $ l,500.00
Service Room
General Services High Speed Swing $ l,200.00
Floor Machine
Recreation/Parks Enterprise School Dist. $255,000.00
Joint Use Agreement
Airports Snow Plow $ 2,000.00
Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-22-86, by City of Redding
(East of Victor Avenue and North of Churn Creek Road)
(L-0l0-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, l987, to consider Rezoning
Application RZ-22-86, by City of Redding.
Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-23-86, by City of Redding
(North of Hartnell Avenue, East of Lowden Lane)
(L-0l0-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, l987, to consider Rezoning
Application RZ-23-86, by City of Redding.
Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-24-86, by City of Redding
(North and South of Oasis Road and East of Gold Hills Drive)
(L-0l0-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, l987, to consider Rezoning
Application RZ-24-86, by City of Redding.
Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment Application GPA-ll-86, by
John Drake (679 and 75l Hilltop Drive)
(G-030-0l0)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February l7, l987, to consider General
Plan Amendment Application GPA-ll-86, by John Drake.
Set Public Hearing - Amendment to Rezoning Application RZ-l0-86, by
Brent Owen (3595 Sunset Drive)
(L-0l0-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February l7, l987, to consider amendment
to Rezoning Application RZ-l0-86, by Brent Owen.
Set Public Hearing
- Appeal of Use Permit UP-l93-85, by Cal Gas
(L-0l0-390)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, l987, to consider the appeal
of Use Permit UP-l93-85, by Cal Gas.
Resolution - Modifying Schedule of Salaries for Officers and Exempt
Employees
(P-l00-320)
It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No.
87-l2 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding (l) rescinding Resolution Nos. 83-l64, 83-245, 84-259, 85-l3l
and 85-l5l; and (2) amending Resolution No. 86-l47 by modifying the
schedule of salaries for officers and exempt employees to include a
Transportation Analyst, effective January l9, l987.
Notice of Completion - Cascade Park - Phase II
(B-050-020, P-050-l28)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched-
ule No. l750 (Job No. 9459), Cascade Park, Phase II, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed for the final contract price of $ll7.202, and
that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion.
Resolution - Employment Agreement with Robert M. Christofferson, City
Manager
(A-050-080)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No.
87-l3 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving the employment agreement between the City Council of
the City of Redding and Robert M. Christofferson, City Manager,
effective January l2, l987, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Resolution - Approving Agreement with Redding Colts Youth Football
(B-l30-030-625)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No.
87-l4 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving the agreement between the City of Redding and the
Redding Colts Youth Football, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Resolution - Authorizing Destruction of Documents
(A-050-055-750)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 87-l5
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Fulton, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be
approved and adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen
and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Numbers 87-ll, 87-l2, 87-l3, 87-l4, and 87-l5, are on file
in the office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Request to Form Assessment District - Water Transmission Main in
Airport Road
(A-l70-l50)
A letter was received from Frank Wilson submitting a petition signed
by a majority of the land owners, to form an assessment district for a
water transmission main in Airport Road. He indicated that, as a
condition of the petition, they want to be able to utilize on-site
sewage disposal systems temporarily, prior to the Clover Creek Sewer
Plant being functional.
City Attorney Hays advised that it will be up to Shasta County to
determine if septic tanks will be allowed.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton referred the petition to
staff for report and recommendation.
Communication from Cloudbusters, a Skydiving Team - re Parachute Jumps
(C-050-050)
A letter was received from Cloudbusters, a skydiving team, requesting
approval to make five parachute jumps, with four parachutists on each
jump, near the Civic Auditorium on February 6, 7, and 8, l987.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, approving the request as stated above, subject to the
provisions of the City Attorney. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Presentation of Check for the Centennial - from Soroptomist Interna-
tional, the Asphalt Cowboys, and the Redding Rodeo Association
(B-080-650-l30)
Sally Huebner, of the Soroptimist Club, Gary Cressey of the Asphalt
Cowboys, and Bill Cox of the Redding Rodeo Association presented the
Council with a check for $5,343.l6 representing proceeds from the
Centennial Steak Feed held on October 4, l986.
Bill Cox of the Redding Rodeo Association advised that the Association
agreed to sponsor the Steak Feed as a fundraiser for the Centennial.
He said the Association received tremendous help from the Soroptomist
International and the Asphalt Cowboys and the combined efforts of
these organizations made this event a very successful fundraiser.
On behalf of the Centennial Committee, Barbara Gard accepted the check
and expressed tremendous appreciation to these organizations. She
recognized all the members of the Committee who were present this
evening.
Council Member Carter thanked the groups for a very fine Steak Feed.
WESTSIDE ROAD SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. l986-6
(A-l70-l00-907)
Associate Civil Engineer Hastings submitted the following documents
for filing and adoption:
Engineer's Report
Resolution - Accepting Report and Setting Hearing
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Dahl that Resolution No. 87-l6 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding accepting report and setting
hearing for March 2, l987, for Westside Road Sewer Assessment
District No. l986-6.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and
Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 87-l6 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution - Calling for Construction Bids
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Dahl that Resolution No. 87-l7 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding calling for construction bids
for Westside Road Sewer Assessment District No. l986-6.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and
Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 87-l7 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Notice of Improvement
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids
PUBLIC HEARING - re Application for Limited Ambulance Operator's
Permit from Donald Hodson, F. Alan Stickney, and Jon Parmer
(T-l00-030)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the public
hearing re application for limited ambulance operator's permit from
Donald Hodson, F. Alan Stickney, and Jon Parmer.
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
City Attorney Hays advised that this application is being brought to
Council to determine whether there is a need in the community to have
an additional limited ambulance service in the Redding area. He
explained that it is incumbent upon the people seeking the permit to
prove to the Council that there is a need for this service.
Jon Parmer, 46l7 Orkney Place, stated that during the last hearing, he
submitted 38 signatures from referral services, expressing the need
for a second service. He noted that additions have been made to two
hospitals and there are some new convalescent hospitals in the area.
Mr. Parmer said they have contacted a number of professional people
and they concur that there is a growing need in the community for
limited ambulance services. He submitted letters from some patients
who have experienced some problems getting rides.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Dahl, Mr. Parmer replied
that a significant portion of the existing market has indicated that
there is a need for a second service, and that the need is growing.
Don Hodson, 950 Redwood Blvd., said he has worked with the people who
use this service for three years, and he is convinced that there is a
need for a second company. He noted that it is currently very diffi-
cult to get same-day service. Mr. Hodson indicated that, along with
the increase in number of hospital beds, there are also 36 residential
care homes in Shasta County which have indicated that they are inter-
ested in this service.
Mayor Fulton asked if the residential care facilities are required to
provide transportation to their patients. Mr. Hodson advised that
they are, but they have indicated that they would prefer to contract
with a company to provide this service.
Roy Stephens, R & M Medi-Trans, 988l Winegar Rd., asked Council to
consider the factual information that can be documented, when assess-
ing whether or not there is a present need. He noted that he has
submitted a report on what is going on in the community as far as
limited ambulance service is concerned. Mr. Stephens stated that they
have approached many of the same sources that the applicant's have and
noted that people are all for new services if it doesn't cost them
anything. He suggested that Council only consider patients who
presently experience an on-going problem with R & M Medi Trans and who
are City residents. Mr. Stephens noted that there are other services
in town that provide medical transfers and companies which provide
emergency services. He referred to the Municipal Code section which
regulates limited ambulances and questioned that there is a "public
convenience and necessity" for a second service.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Dahl
that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Dahl commented that the determination of need seems to
be very subjective.
City Attorney Hays replied that it is incumbent on the applicant to
provide the necessary evidence for Council to make this decision and there are not specific guidelines. He said it is a subjective pro-
cess.
Mayor Fulton felt that the Council cannot base the question of need on
projections of what may happen in the future.
Council Member Carter said both parties are very sincere in their
arguments but he feels uncomfortable in deciding if someone can start
a business. He felt there appears to be a need and a growing market
in the community for a second limited ambulance company.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Dahl approving the application of Donald Hodson, F. Alan
Stickney, and Jon Parmer (Quality Medi-Ride) to operate a limited
ambulance service in the City of Redding and that there is a public
convenience and necessity for such service.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, and Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - Gard and Fulton
Absent: Council Members - None
Council Member Gard said people feel more comfortable with competi-
tion; however, her concern is that no one provided empirical data on
which to base a decision. She emphasized that this is a service that
we must have in the community.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment to the Grading Ordinance
(A-070-055)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Fulton opened the
continued public hearing re amendment to the Grading Ordinance.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Public Hearing
Public Works Director Arness advised that, at the December l2, l986,
City Council meeting, staff requested that the public hearing on this
matter be continued to January l9. He explained that this request was
made in order to take the draft grading ordinance back to the Planning
Commission at the January l3, meeting for review and comment on the
changes made subsequent to its approval in May l986.
Mr. Arness stated that staff was unable to take the draft grading
ordinance to the Planning Commission on January l3, but will present
it to them on January 27. It is the recommendation of staff that
Council continue the hearing on this matter until the February 2,
l987, meeting.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton continued the public
hearing re the draft grading ordinance to 7:00 P.M., February 2, l987.
REAPPOINTMENTS AND APPOINTMENT - Board of Appeals
(B-080-050)
It is the recommendation of Mayor Fulton that the following members be
reappointed to the Board of Appeals for four-year terms ending January
l, l99l:
William Braun
Woodrow Carr
John Fitzgerald
Allyn Martin
It is further recommended that Elbert W. (Al) Cook be appointed to the
Board of Appeals for a four-year term ending January l, l99l.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen approving the recommendation of the Mayor as stated above.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-l2-86, by U-Haul and Charles
Victor (l55 Cypress Avenue and 256l Lowden Lane)
(L-0l0-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. l792 be waived
and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Dahl
that Ordinance No. l792 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-l2-86).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. l792 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - re Planned Development PD-3-86, by O. G. Rosolia (Oasis
Road and Gold Hills Drive)
(L-0l0-2l0)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. l793 be waived
and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen that Ordinance No. l793 be adopted, an ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Redding amending Section l8.06.020 of the
Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real
property in the City of Redding (PD-3-86)
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. l793 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - Amendment to Redding Municipal Code Pertaining to "Sewers"
(W-020-590)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter that the full reading of Ordinance No. l794 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Carter that Ordinance No. l794, an ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Redding amending Chapter l4.l6/Sewers of Title l4/Util-
ities 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.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. l794 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REQUEST FROM COUNCIL MEMBER GARD - re League of California Cities,
Committee of 2l
(L-040-l50)
Council Member Gard advised that the President of the League of
California Cities has asked her to again serve on the Committee of 2l.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member
Dahl approving the appointment of Barbara Gard to the League of
California Cities, Committee of 2l. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Dahl noted that the on-going efforts of this Committee
are very valuable and commented that the Committee's report was
excellent.
PUBLIC SAFETY FIRE TASK FORCE - Recommendation on Pumper Purchase
(B-050-l00, B-080-600-200)
Peter Irish, Chair of the Public Safety Fire Task Force, submitted his
memorandum to Council dated January l5, l987. He advised that the
members of the Task Force present at the meeting of January 8, voted
unanimously to support the Fire Department's recommendation that the
bidding and acquisition procedure be initiated to purchase one l500
GPM fire engine.
With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Fulton referred this matter to
the Fire Chief and the City Manager for report and recommendation.
RESOLUTION - Honoring Robert E. Courtney, Out-going City Manager
(A-050-080)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Carter that Resolution No. 87-l0 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding commending Robert E. Courtney upon his
retirement for his services to the City of Redding.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 87-l0 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECOMMENDATION RE DISTRIBUTION OF CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS
(A-050-060)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed his memorandum to Council dated
January l4, l987. He advised that this matter was carried over from
January 5, l987. Mr. Christofferson concurred with Out-going City
Manager Courtney's conclusion that a change of meeting day from Monday
to Tuesday would probably be the most constructive course of action
under the circumstances. He felt such a change would do the least
amount of damage to the scheduling of meetings of other bodies and
would avoid the delay that might otherwise pose problems to the
public.
Mr. Christofferson explained that a change in meeting days would
require an amendment of the Redding Municipal Code specifically
Section 2.04.020, and noted that the City Attorney has prepared an
appropriate amendment for consideration this evening.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Carter, Mr. Christof-
ferson advised that this is a common problem and many cities meet on
Tuesdays to allow more time to review the agenda material. He felt it
may make a more orderly meeting.
Council Member Dahl asked what impact this will have on the Planning
Commission. Planning and Community Development Director Perry indi-
cated that it will not have a significant impact on the Planning
Commission and will not slow down the planning process.
City Attorney Hays noted that the effective date of this proposed
ordinance is April 3, l987.
Mayor Fulton stated that he does not see the need for the proposed
change. He noted that if there is something significant on the
agenda, Council Members have had the opportunity to get answers prior
to the meetings. He said he has not felt the need for these changes.
Council Member Carter felt this will give more time to talk to staff
members and people affected by these important decisions. He said the
business of the City of Redding is becoming more complex.
Council Member Johannessen offered Ordinance No. l795 for first
reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding
amending Chapter 2.04--City Council--by deleting Section 2.04.020 in
its entirety and substituting therefor a new Section 2.04.020.
COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT - Period Ended June 30, l986
(B-l30-070)
Finance Director Downing advised that, in accordance with State and
Local statutes, the City of Redding hereby submits the Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, l986. She
explained that the report has been audited by Tollefson, Neal &
Company and has received an unqualified opinion.
Chuck Crowe, Carson Neal, and Dick Cloyd of Tollefson, Neal and
Company, presented the Financial Report to the City Council. Mr.
Crowe explained that they have examined the report and in their
opinion, the financial statements present fairly the financial posi-
tion of the City. He commended Karen Sundin, Bob Robinson and Ron
Pennington in the Finance Department for their work on the report.
Finance Director Downing commented that she was contacted by the
California Municipal Financial Officers Association which advised her
that the City's report was selected as one of the top six in the State
and will be used as a model to other cities.
Council Member Gard complimented staff on an excellent report and said
it gets better every year.
AWARD OF FCSCT CABLE GRANT
(G-l00, T-040-050)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry advised that the
Foundation for Community Service Cable Television has notified the
City that the grant application submitted in October has been approved
in the amount of $5,520.20. He explained that this grant will provide
funds to hire an attorney or consultant to develop the necessary
documents and advise the City in the establishment of an independent,
cable access management corporation. Mr. Perry pointed out that this
is a one-time only Local Development Grant to eligible cities for
projects that will lead to greater, long-term utilization of the local
community access channels.
This was an information item, and no action was required.
RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
(G-l00-l70)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo-
randum to Council dated January l6, l987, which is incorporated herein
by reference. He advised that the City has received notice that it
may apply for grant funds through Shasta County under the Rural
Renaissance Bill signed into law last year. He said the purpose of
the program is to augment existing or initiate new job creation and
economic-development activities. Mr. Perry stated that it is staff's
understand that there is $2l7,600 to be applied for by organizations
and agencies in the County. He indicated that applications must be
submitted by February l, l987. He submitted a summary of key criteria
related to the grant and listed some possibil-ities that could meet the
grant criteria.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that the grant be
applied for using the following criteria:
l. Update the report entitled "Characteristics of the Redding Area."
This is a report put out biannually by the Planning Department
and used by agencies attempting to enhance economic development.
It was a follow-up to the original SRI study and is now two years
old. To date, it is estimated that 2,000 copies have been
printed and distributed. Our print has been limited to black and
white. The intent would be to update and print two years worth
of copies. $7,000.
2. Develop a video cassette on Redding pertaining to economic
opportunities, quality of life, etc. $l0,000
3. Develop an information cassette on the planning process. $7,000
Council Member Dahl felt that the information cassettes will be very
beneficial and concurred with the recommendation.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Gard
approving the recommendation of the Planning Director as stated above,
and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documents. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CENTENNIAL DESIGN AWARD
(B-080-600-090)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a copy of
the design guidelines for the Centennial Design Award. He stated that
the l2-member jury appointed by the Council will meet on January 20 to
begin the process of selecting the winners from a field of 56 entries.
Voting will be by secret ballot and the results will not be known
until the night of the Awards Banquet.
Mr. Perry noted that the Banquet Committee, consisting of Jim Graves,
Les Melburg, and Gary Anthis, has scheduled the awards dinner for
March 7. The awards dinner will be held at the Shasta Inn and will be
by invitation only, he said.
This was an information item and no action was required.
ALTA MESA TRAFFIC CONTROLS
(T-080-750)
Public Works Director Arness reviewed his memorandum to Council dated
January l4, l987, which is incorporated herein by reference. He said
the Traffic and Parking Commission reviewed the staff report concern-
ing traffic controls along Alta Mesa. After lengthy discussion, the
Commission submits the following recommendations for Council's consid-
eration:
l. (a)Approval of a 30 mph speed zone from Hartnell to 400 feet
south of Galaxy.
(b)
Denial of the 40 mph speed zone from 400 feet south of
Galaxy to Rancho.
(c)
Instruct staff to install 35 mph signs in the Western
Ranches section and conduct new studies for further review
in June.
2. Approval of a stop sign on Alta Mesa at El Vista.
3. Approval of the prohibition of commercial vehicles for hire from
Hartnell to Rancho.
4. Approval of the removal of all raised concrete islands along Alta
Mesa.
Mr. Arness indicated that, if Council concurs with the above recom-
mendations, it is recommended that the City Attorney prepare the
necessary resolutions and ordinances for consideration.
Council Member Gard felt that if you zone it for 30 mph and enforce
it, that the traffic will slow down on the north end.
Council Member Carter was inclined to agree with the proposal of the Traffic and Parking Commission. He also concurred with the removal of
the islands and the prohibition of commercial vehicles.
Council Member Gard noted that the placement of stop signs has been
effective in slowing traffic in other areas, even though staff does
not recommend them.
Mr. Arness noted that some of the factors against stop signs are noise
pollution from stopping and starting, energy loss, and disrespect for
stop signs. He also noted that cars can get up to speed in l50 feet.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Dahl, Mr. Arness stated
that the impact of the stop signs on Athens Avenue is that people
avoid them and use alternate routes.
Council Member Carter pointed out that Alta Mesa has its unique
problems and the pattern is changing every six months. He said, when
a group of residents is supportive of a plan, it is worth looking at.
Council Member Johannessen said he spent some time observing this area
and feels the studies made there are accurate. He is concerned about
the method of enforcement and felt that radar would be the most
effective way to slow down the traffic. However, he felt the compro-
mise offered by the Traffic and Parking Commission would be a good
one, and perhaps another study could be conducted in six months.
Mayor Fulton said because of this large body of individuals that live
there, he would be inclined to grant their request to use 30 mph speed
on the entire area.
Council Member Gard emphasized that it is important to make it incon-
venient for through traffic and this is a good way to do it.
Sharon Rehn, 4055 Alta Mesa, said she represents the residents in the
Alta Mesa area. Ms. Rehn recommended that a stop signs should be
placed on Alta Mesa at Galaxy, El Vista, and El Verano. She said
their goal is to make Alta Mesa a safe residential road. Ms. Rehn
felt that, with the use of stop signs, a new speed study will show 30
mph as the proper speed. She indicated that anything less than three
stop signs will be inadequate to accomplish the goal.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Johannessen, Ms. Rehn
indicated that the residents had no objection to removing the islands.
Bernie Bryson, 4l6l Alta Mesa, emphasized that traffic volume and
speed are the problems on Alta Mesa. He encouraged the completion of
Victor Avenue to provide an alternate route. He said he concurs with
the residents that three stop signs are needed. Mr. Bryson felt that
the speed limit should be constant at 30 mph on the entire length of
Alta Mesa.
Council Member Gard asked about the use of rumble strips before the
stop signs. Mr. Arness stated that they could be a noise nuisance;
however, some type of advance warning is needed.
Mr. Bryson suggested that staff check into warning devises being used
in Sacramento that are felt but there is no noise.
Council Member Johannessen noted that the shrubbery in some of the
front yards on Alta Mesa may be causing some safety hazards at night
when cars are backing out of driveways.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Carter that the 30 mph speed zone be instituted from Hartnell to 400
feet south of Galaxy; 35 mph speed zone be instituted on the south end
of Alta Mesa; that stop signs be placed on Alta Mesa at Galaxy, El
Verano, and El Vista; that commercial vehicles be prohibited, and that
further speed studies be conducted in June. It is further moved that
staff be instructed to prepare the necessary resolutions and ordi-
nances for consideration at a future meeting. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
Floyd Felch, member of the Traffic and Parking Commission, explained
that their reason for recommending removal of the islands is that they
are a hazard. He said they wanted to remove them in l979 but there
was a lot of opposition. He felt this is the appropriate time to
remove them.
Council Member Carter agreed that they are a problem when pulling
boats or R.V.'s and felt they will not be needed with the stop signs.
Ms. Gard said she slows down for the islands and is hesitant to take
them out now.
Mr. Arness indicated that it would be his recommendation that they
come out.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen that the islands in Alta Mesa be removed. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - Vacating a Portion of an Existing General Utility Ease-
ment
(A-0l0-040)
City Attorney Hays recommended adoption of a resolution summarily
vacating a l0-foot portion of an existing l5 foot general utility
easement along the frontages of Hartnell and Cypress Avenues (owned by
Robert Loring).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen that Resolution No. 87-l8 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding summarily vacating a l0-foot
portion of an existing l5-foot general utility easement along the
frontages of Hartnell and Cypress Avenues.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 87-l8 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MEMORANDUM CONCERNING RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY -
re Property owned by Stella May Benton (Lake Redding Golf Course)
(C-070-0l0)
City Attorney Hays advised that a public hearing to again consider a
resolution of public convenience and necessity to condemn property
owned by Stella May Benton known as the Lake Redding Golf Course for
park and open space purposes, is set for February 2, l987.
Mr. Hays advised that Mrs. Benton has received notice of this hearing,
and staff has been advised that Mr. Leonard Wingate will be appearing
at the hearing on her behalf.
RESOLUTION - Honoring Steve Swendiman
(A-050-060)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter that Resolution No. 87-l9 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding commending Steve C. Swendiman
for his service to Shasta County and the City of Redding as County
Supervisor for District l.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Gard, Johannessen and Fulton
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 87-l9 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECESS
At the hour of 9:05 P.M., Mayor Fulton declared a recess to conduct
the business of the Redding Housing Authority.
At the hour of 9:07 P.M., the meeting was reconvened to regular
session.
CLOSED SESSION
(P-l00-050-l20)
City Attorney Hays stated that a matter of urgency has come up per-
taining to personnel matters which will require a closed session. He
recited the necessary Code Sections regarding the new amendment to the
Brown Act.
Mayor Fulton announced that the Council will adjourn to closed session
pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6 to discuss
personnel matters.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:37 P.M., Mayor
Fulton declared the meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________ City Clerk