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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1987-07-07 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California July 7, 1987 The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Assistant City Engi- neer Lang. The invocation was offered by Pastor Benjamin Pent of the Faith Evangelical Free Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council Members present: Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, City Attorney Hays, Electric Utility Director Lindley, Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Chief of Police Whitmer, Engineering Manager Russell, Superintendent of Public Works Galusha, Resources Manager Coleman, Auditorium Director Montgomery, Director of Finance Downing, Parks and Recreation Director Riley, Assistant City Engineer Lang, General Services Director Masingale, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Senior Planner Keaney, Personnel Services Director Bristow, Building Official Voges, Data Processing Director Kelley, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Airports Director Homan, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Heuer, Risk Manager Kirkpatrick, Deputy City Attorney McNeill, Senior Assistant Planner Hanson, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Senior Building Inspector Gungl, City Treasurer Linville, City Clerk Nichols and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of June 16, 1987 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 25, check numbers 125531 through 126049 inclusive, in the amount of $4,375,619.12, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 25, check numbers 243873 through 244600 inclusive, in the amount of $621,620.78 for the period May 31, 1987 through June 13, 1987, and Payroll Register No. 26, check numbers 244601 through 245375 inclusive, in the amount of $636,268.68 for the period June 14, 1987 through June 27, 1987, be approved. TOTAL: $5,633,508.58 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1909, Transportation and disposal of PCB contaminated items (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the bid initial- ly awarded to the low bidder, Ross Electric, on June 16, 1987, be rejected, and Bid Schedule No. 1909, transportation and disposal of PCB contaminated items, be awarded to National Electric in the amount of $20,200. Ross Electric was unable to provide the required liability and work- ers' compensation insurance and the second low bidder, AmerEco does not comply with the requirements of the specifications. Resolution Rejecting Bids - Bid Schedule No. 1928 - Window Covering at Civic Auditorium (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 1928, window covering at the Civic Auditorium, be rejected. The sole bidder, Daniels Interiors, does not meet the specifications. It is recommended that Resolution No. 87-198 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rejecting all bids for furnishing and installing window coverings in the Civic auditorium; declaring that such window coverings may be acquired in the open market; and authorizing the negotiation thereof by the City Manager. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1930, Two (2) 115KV SF6 Power Circuit Breakers - Electric Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 1930, two 115 KV SF6 Power Circuit Breakers be awarded to the second low bidder, BBC Brown Boveri, Inc. in the amount of $146,514.00 for Bid Group I plus $917.96 (Item 15) of Bid Group II for a total con- tract amount of $147,431.96. The apparent low bidder, Siemens Energy and Automation, does not meet the specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1931, One (1) MVA Power Transformer - Electric Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 1931, one MVA Power Transformer, be awarded to the low bidder, North American Transformer, in the amount of $363,935.10. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1934, One (1) Cargo trailer - Electric Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 1934, one (1) cargo trailer, be awarded to the low bidder, Telelect West, in the amount of $6,979.04. Budgeted funds will be available in the 1987/88 fiscal year for this purchase. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Capacitor Voltage Transform- ers, 115kV & 15kV Center Breaker "V" Switches - Electric Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author- ize staff to proceed with the bidding process for capacitor voltage transformers and 115kV and 15kV center breaker "V" switches for the College View Substation. The estimated total cost is $81,000, and funds for this project are included in the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Power Transformers, 230 KV Breakers and 115 kV Breakers - Electric Department (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author- ize staff to proceed with the bidding process for power transformers, 230 kV breakers and 115 kV breakers to be used for the Second Direct Interconnect Project (Airport Substation). The estimated cost is $1,100,000 for the power transformers, $500,000 for the 230 kV breakers and $500,000 for the 115 kV breakers. Funds for this project are included in the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. Request to Proceed with Bidding Process - Pest Control at Various City Locations (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Council author- ize staff to proceed with the bidding process for pest control at various City locations. Resolution - Grant Agreement - Shasta County Women's Refuge (G-100-170-210) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 87-199 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Federal Emergency Shelter Grant Program Agreement between the City of Redding and Shasta County Women's Refuge, Inc. for the renovation of the Women's Refuge Shelter, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution - Authorization for Retroactivity - Fiscal Year 1987/88 (P-100-320) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Services Director that Resolution No. 87-200 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding pertaining to compensation for all personnel and officers except I.B.E.W. represented personnel, I.A.F.F. represented personnel, and the Peace Officers Association of Redding in the classifications of Community Service Officer and Property Clerk, from and after July 12, 1987. 1987 Ortho Photo Mapping Contract (A-050-300-050) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the con- tract for 1987 Ortho Photo Mapping be awarded to low bidder, Great Basin Aerial Surveys, in the amount of $19,968. Additional aerial photo mapping of those areas around the City where annexation has occurred or planning and preliminary design purposes may be required is necessary. Funds for this work are available in the 1986/87 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1911, Sacramento River Trail - Phases IV, V, and VI (B-050-020 & P-050-460-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. 1911 (Job No. 9646, 9698, 9699), Sacramento River Pedestrian Trail, Phases VI, V and VI, be awarded to the low bidder, D.B. Con- struction, in the amount of $203,260, plus an additional $9,912 for the construction of six additional parking spaces. The total award of bid is in the amount of $213,172. Construction is contingent upon receipt of ap-proval from the State Department of Parks and Recreation. The construction of additional parking spaces is recommended because of the favorable low bid received. The Engineer's estimate was $263,755, and there is $275,000 budgeted for this project. Resolution - Acceptance of a Portion of Sonoma Street (S-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 87-201 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation a portion of Sonoma Street from Airpark Drive east to the east side of the California Highway Patrol property. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 1858, Pumphouse No. 1 (B-050-020 & W-030-125-010) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Sched- ule No. 1858, Pumphouse No. 1 upgrade, awarded to Russ Howington, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $273,145.46 Resolution - Lease Agreement with Redding Swim Club (P-050-700-600) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-202 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Lease Agreement between the City of Redding and the Redding Swim Club on the Concession Stand facility at the Lake Redding Plunge in the Claude H. Caldwell Memorial Park, and authoriz- ing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution of Intention - re Abatement Proceedings - 1786 Kenyon Drive (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 87-203 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding or 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 one-half by Ernest E. and Velma D. Babcock, and one-half by Charles W. and Gayle A. Pasley). Resolution - Request for Document Destruction (A-050-055-750) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 87-204 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records. - - - - - MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, 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, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 87-198, 87-199, 87-200, 87-201, 87-202, 87-203, 87-204, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Johannessen stated that there are items worth more than $3,000,000 on the Consent Calendar financed through the 1985 Electric System Financing Program. He explained that he is not comfortable with how funds are being spent and the projects they are being spent on. Council Member Johannessen conveyed that he wants to know what the Electric Department plans are and when the City intends to go ahead with them. He suggested that a study session to review this area be coordinated. Council Member Fulton stated that these items have already been reviewed by the City Manager and Council liaison and that is the control point. He stated that this represents a great deal of hard work, but if there is some question, the item may be pulled off the Consent Calendar for further scrutiny. Council Member Carter explained that the three new Council Members have not been briefed on how the bond program is set up. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, to coordinate a study session with Council and staff to review the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Retired Public Employee's Association of California (L-040-300) A letter was received requesting Council's support in opposition to the Russel Bill. It stated that the present status of the retirement system should be maintained in order for active employees to feel secure of enjoyable and satisfactory retirement years. The present system allows a reserve sufficient to insure this and tampering with said system could prove tragic. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Dahl referred this matter to staff. Letter from the National Association of Retired Federal Employees (A-050-050) A letter was received from NARFE thanking the City of Redding and the Convention Bureau for their help procuring the 1989 Statewide Conven- tion of the California State Federation of NARFE Chapters. President Elsie Widau indicated that without the assistance of Convention and Tourist Bureau Director Heuer and Convention Manager Ferguson, they would not have carried the convention floor. Many members were impressed with the excellent presentation. The letter stated that Redding is to be commended for its forward view of tourism. Letter re Cottonwood Tree (A-050-220-075) A letter was received from Mrs. Dawn Brown stating that a Cottonwood tree on City of Redding land next to their property has become a nuisance. Mrs. Brown explained that her severe allergies are antag- onized by the "cotton" produced by the tree, the root system of the tree is causing their fence to fall down and necessitated moving a water meter. Their immediate neighbors are also complaining about the unsightly mess. Council Member Gard pointed out that a Cottonwood tree was recently cut down at City Hall. She stated that the rules should be applied equally across the board, even though she does not approve of cutting trees down. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, authorizing staff to remove the Cottonwood tree located at 1673 Derby Lane, and graciously accepting Mrs. Brown's offer to plant another tree in the same location. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes AIRPORT ROAD WATER/JEWELL LANE and WILVERN LANE SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 1987-1 (A-170-050-010) Special Bond Counsel Sam Sperry explained that Associate Civil Engi- neer Hastings suggested that the three assessment districts be combined. Savings in administrative costs will be realized, and it will be easier to sell the bonds for Wilvern Lane, the smallest of the three districts. Mr. Sperry submitted the following documents to Council: Amended Boundary Map Resolution Approving Boundary Map MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 87-205 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving amended Boundary Map. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-205 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution Rescinding Earlier Resolutions of Intention and Stating Intention Respecting Combined Proceedings MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 87-206 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding Rescinding Earlier Resolutions of Intention and Stating Intention Respecting Combined Proceedings. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-206 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Engineer's Report Resolution Accepting Report and Setting Hearing of Protests MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 87-207 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding Accepting Report and Setting Hearing of Protests for 7:00 p.m., August 18, 1987. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-207 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 Fulton, that Resolution No. 87-208 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding Calling for Con--struction Bids. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-208 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Improvement Notice of Inviting Sealed Bids PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-3-87, by City of Redding (Churn Creek Road, south of Mistletoe Lane) (A-010-100) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-3-87. 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 July 1, 1987 Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the Planning Commission and staff are recommending approval of the aban- donment application. Mr. Perry stated that the long-term goal is to merge this with surplus Redevelopment Agency property to the west and then sell for the purpose of development. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Johannessen stated that he would hate to see us be too hasty in selling this property. He noted that this land is the key to the corner, and the Bibben's property will be enhanced by acquiring this parcel. Council Member Johannessen emphasized that he agrees with staff's recommendation to see a development plan prior to sale. Mr. Perry conveyed that the purpose of the application is to designate the land surplus, and a resolution will be brought back at a later time for Council's approval. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, approving the application in concept and authorizing staff to return with a resolution approving same. The Vote: Unani- mous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Community Development Block Grant Program Amend- ment (G-100-030-029 & G-100-030-032) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re Community Development Block Grant Program Amendment. 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 June 23, 1987 Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that there is $55,150 to be reallocated from the 1985 Community Development Block Grant Program. The Citizen's Advisory Committee has recommended approval of $23,800 for the Business Incubator, $30,000 for Parkview Area Park Development and $1,350 to the Housing Rehabilitation Pro- gram. Mr. Perry said that there was, within the Committee, serious support for funding Business Incubator, Inc. (BII) with a revolving loan, instead of a grant. Council Member Gard stated that establishing a revolving loan for BII will prove to be a stronger tool and perpetuate more jobs. Mayor Dahl concurred. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that if BII fails to turn a profit and is unable to repay the loan, the City could dissolve the loan. Council Member Johannessen stated that he would prefer funding the preparation of a Marketing and Development Plan for industrial proper- ty at Redding Airport, rather than develop the area on Parkview. He pointed out that it is not too early to plan for development in that area, and it may, in the long run, create jobs quicker. Council Member Fulton stated that the Parkview area is in need of enhancement and should be cleaned up. He pointed out that the funds will produce something concrete, not just a piece of paper. Mr. Don Peery, Private Industry Council, stated that a loan is acceptable to BII. Mr. Peery conveyed that they will try to repay the loan and make funds avail-able for continued use. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unani- mous Ayes In response to an inquiry from Council Member Fulton, Mr. Perry stated that Park Marina development will probably include a parking area, street lighting and trash receptacles. He stated that the Committee felt the area should be cleaned up because it has high visibility and a serious littering and loitering problem. Council Member Gard stated that although a marketing plan for airport property is a good idea, it is premature to prepare one now. She pointed out that funds will probably be available next year. Council Member Gard stressed that the City is trying to drum up convention and tourism business, and it is counter-productive to have the marina area look so bad. Council Member Carter stated that the airport area has a higher priority than Park Marina. He questioned if staff has the opportunity to put together a package. Mr. Perry replied yes, but noted that the west side needs a tentative plan and improvements. He explained that the sale of property is contingent upon improvements. Mr. Perry stated that he will be a strong advocate of development at the Air- port. He explained that it may be premature to do a marketing plan now; the intent was to begin next year. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that the funds could be put in reserve for five to six months. Mayor Dahl noted that the marina area needs to be enhanced, and questioned how the clean-up would impact the Park Marina Plan. Mr. Perry stated that it would enhance it. He agreed that the area is blighted, and there is concern about the image it projects. Council Member Carter pointed out that the area is under water sometimes, and it would be a waste of money. He stated that he has received more complaints about the airport area. Mayor Dahl questioned the sense of holding up money when both areas will be eventually developed. Council Member Johannessen stated that funds may be available for development of the marina at a later time, and they would make $30,000 seem insignificant. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Dahl, Mr. Perry stated that other sources of funding for a marketing plan would be the general fund or a grant from the Economic Development Agency. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, to refer the amendment back to staff to study the feasibility of doing a Marketing Plan for the Airport area. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - Fulton and Gard Absent: Council Members - None Mr. Perry stated that they will continue to work with the Private Industry Council to minimize any delay in funds. Council Member Johannessen stated that he is not against parks, but our interests are best served by economic development that will create jobs. TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION (B-080-550) Mayor Dahl stated that he is recommending a change in the Commission structure to make it more responsive to the needs of the public. It is his recommendation to continue with the Traffic and Parking Commis- sion, but to supplement it with some type of administrative review panel to handle day to day public requests regarding traffic control matters. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Gard, directing the Public Works Director to prepare a working paper for an administrative review group to handle public requests regarding traffic control matters. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mayor Dahl recommended the reappointment of Barbara Perdue and Floyd Felch to the Traffic and Parking Commission for a term of four years, expiring May 1991. He also recommended Roberta McLaughlin for ap- pointment to the Commission for a term of four years, expiring May, 1991. Mayor Dahl reported that Ms. McLaughlin is a civil engineer and well-qualified for the appointment. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Carter, authorizing the reappointment of Barbara Perdue and Floyd Felch and the appointment of Roberta McLaughlin to the Traffic and Parking Commission for terms of four years, expiring May, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes DISSOLUTION OF THE CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION (B-080-100) Mayor Dahl reported that he, staff and Judith Knowles, Chairwoman of the Civic Arts Commission, have met and discussed the duplication of purpose and responsibilities of the Civic Arts Commission and the Shasta County Arts Council. It is the recommendation of Mayor Dahl that the Commission be dissolved and the remaining three Commission members be absorbed by the Shasta County Arts Council. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, appointing Anne Peterson and Sally Cooley to the Shasta County Arts Council for a term of three years, expiring August 20, 1990 and recognizing Judith Knowles' current appointment to the SCAC for a term expiring October, 1989. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE OPENINGS (B-080-600-100) Mayor Dahl reported that there are five vacancies on the Community Development Advisory Committee. Council Member Gard questioned if the committee positions are still neighborhood designated and Mayor Dahl replied affirmatively. He recommended that the City run a display ad requesting applications from those neighborhoods in need of representation. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that he and Housing Administrator Maurer will put together an ad. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, authorizing staff to advertise for Community Develop- ment Advisory Committee openings. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-3-87, by City of Redding (Powell and Chestnut Subdivisions south of Churn Creek Road) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1812 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Ordinance No. 1812 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-3-87). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1812 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Planned Development Application PD-1-87, East Redding Estates, by Bruce Beers (2575 and 2585 Yana Avenue) (L-010-210-145) MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1813 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, to adopt Ordinance No. 1813, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.060.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (PD-1-87) Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1813 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Planned Development PD-5-86, Bonnyview Meadows West, by Ward Investment Company (north of Girvan Road, east of Waverly Manor Subdivision and west of Olney Creek) (L-010-210-054) MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1814 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Gard, to adopt Ordinance No. 1814, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Munici- pal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (PD-5-86) Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1814 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CENTENNIAL HISTORICAL MUSICAL (B-080-650-130) Council Member Gard reported that the Centennial Committee had a small turnout at the auditions for the Historical Musical. The Committee would like to enlist the support of the Mayor to promote the musical and solicit support and publicity from the media. Mayor Dahl indicat- ed that he would be glad to help out. ANIMAL REGULATIONS - Pit Bull Dogs (A-130-150) Council Member Gard stated that she will abstain from discussing or voting on this issue. Mayor Dahl stated that there has been considerable publicity and concern regarding Pit Bull dogs. He is respectfully seeking the concurrence of Council to instruct the City Attorney to review exist- ing Redding ordinances applicable to animal regulations and to review the actions of other communities. In addition, the City Attorney will confer with the City Clerk, Chief of Police and the Haven Humane Society on this matter. He emphasized that his intent is to address those concerns and research all aspects of the problem. Mayor Dahl conveyed that it is his hope that Redding will be able to act, rather than react, to a tragedy. Council Member Johannessen emphasized that this is an owner problem, not necessarily a dog problem. He stated there is room for criminal liability for those people who own dogs trained for fighting and acting as guard dogs. Council Member Fulton advised that it may be appropriate to hold a public hearing on this matter after the report has been submitted. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to refer the matter of animal regulation, with regard to the Pit Bull dog, to the City Attorney for a report back in 30 days. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Gard STATUS REPORT ON SHASTA CIRCUITS - Economic Development Task Force (B-080-150-800) Mr. Howard Kirkpatrick, member of the Shasta County Economic Develop- ment Task Force steering committee, submitted the report of an ad hoc committee investigating the problems associated with the relocation of a high-tech manufacturer, Shasta Circuits, to Shasta County, City of Redding and City of Redding. The Shasta Circuits Case Study is incorporated be reference herein. Mr. Kirkpatrick explained that the objective of this case study was to review the process of a new firm starting or relocating to Shasta County from the first contact, to the business going on line. From the review, recommendations were made to simplify, speed up, or generally make a smooth transition of businesses to Shasta County. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that Council should be proud of staff and the fact that questions were asked which were necessary. Mr. Kirkpatrick conveyed that Shasta Circuits is now operating at the Industrial Park in Redding. He stated that the City is to be comple- mented for having put many recommendations of the Task Force into practice, or is in the process of doing so. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that his office is working in conjunction with the Public Works Department to establish measures to protect the sewage treatment plant and working with the Fire Department. Mayor Dahl requested an updated report on their progress in 30 days. Council Member Gard stated that there had been a great deal of misun- derstanding surrounding the issues, and the study was a very positive thing to do. Mayor Dahl concurred and said the Task Force found out that City staff had done a good job. CONSULTANT SELECTION (A-050-060-555) Mayor Dahl reported that Public Works Director Arness developed a basic position paper covering the selection of technical consultants in connection with public improvement projects and/or governmental operations of the City of Redding. Council Member Johannessen requested that the paper be amended to include that at least three consultants be interviewed and giving the Council liaison for a Department, or a Council Member appointed by the Mayor, the option of sitting on the selection committee. Council Member Johannessen also suggested that the City Manager or an Assistant City Manager, when hired, sit in on the selection committee process. He also proposed that a consultant for small projects under $5,000 be selected by the City Manager and Director of the Department. Council Member Fulton stated that this will create more work for the City Manager. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Dahl referred the paper to the Public Works Department for modification. STATUS REPORT - Business Action Strategy (B-080-150-800) Mayor Dahl reported that when the Shasta County Economic Development Task Force released its master plan for economic development, The Business Action Strategy. Several of the recommendations recognized the City of Redding as the entity responsible for implementation of same. Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a progress report on the status of the Task Force recommendations, and said report is incorporated be reference herein. ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT PROJECT STATUS REPORT - July 1987 (A-050-125) Electric Director Lindley presented the Electric Department Project Status Report for July 1987. This was an information item and no action is required. LAKE REDDING POSITION PAPER (E-120-070-425) Electric Director Lindley submitted the Lake Redding Position Paper prepared by the Lake Redding Committee. Mr. Lindley reported that the Electric Utility Commission (EUC) and the Electric Department recom- mend approval of the position paper. Council Member Johannessen stated that the EUC has been working very hard on this paper, and their efforts are appreciated. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, approving the Lake Redding Position Paper and authorizing staff to provide our elected representatives in Washington and Sacramento with copies. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL BRIDGE - Request for Proposals (P-050-460-700) Council Member Carter stated that he will abstain from discussing or voting on this issue. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that staff is recommending the distribution of request for proposals for design and engineering services for the Sacramento River Trail Bridge. The proposal calls for a conceptual bridge design and preliminary cost estimate. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, approving distribution of the request for proposals for design and engineering services for the Sacramento River Trail Bridge, at a cost of $18,000. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Carter RESOLUTION - Joint Venture for Affordable Housing (L-010-210-510) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Housing Development Director of HUD in Sacramento and Alan Hill, developer of Shasta Hills Estates approached City staff about City participation in the HUD program, Joint Venture for Affordable Hous- ing. This program makes housing affordable through modification of the typical development, regulatory and construction processes. Council Member Gard stated that the City has been a leader in housing programs and should continue to take the initiative. She emphasized that the Planning Department and Housing Division have been an integral part of creating our reputation as a leader. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to adopt Resolution No. 87-209, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding affirming the City of Redding's active participation in, and the encouragement of, maximum local support of the Joint-Venture for Affordable Housing in the community. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-209 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. EXHIBIT HALL FEASIBILITY STUDY - Civic Auditorium (C-050-050) Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that it is the recommendation of the selection committee that the firm of Laventhol and Horwath be retained to prepare a feasibility study for an exhibit hall addition to the Civic Auditorium. Mr. Perry stated that the committee was very impressed with the firm's qualifications and recent activity in this field. Council Member Johannessen stated that this type of expansion may decrease the Auditorium's deficit. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, to retain the firm of Laventhol and Horwath to prepare a feasibility study for an exhibit hall addition to the Civic Audi- torium for an amount not to exceed $23,500. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes STATUS REPORT - Custom Cut Lumber - UP-270-77 (L-010-390) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that staff has researched complaints of excessive noise and dust being generated by Custom Cut Lumber. Mr. Perry submitted a report to Council finding that Custom Cut is in compliance with its use permit and no further action is necessary. A letter was received from the Shasta County Air Quality Management District stating that to the best of their knowl- edge, Custom Cut is in compliance with all District regulations. The letter noted that a number of lumber processing facilities are in the area. Council Member Gard pointed out that the City uses an unpaved road to reach an electrical substation in the area and is, consequently, one of the problems. She questioned what it would cost to oil or chip and seal the road. Mr. Perry noted that it is a private road, and the City has an easement. Mayor Dahl requested that staff return with a cost estimate to oil or chip and seal the road to the substation. RESOLUTION - General Plan Amendments - GPA-10-86, Shasta Golf Inves- tors (Gold Hills), GPA-13-86, SAVI (1050 Dana Drive), GPA-1-87, Colburn Thomason (Gold Hills Subdivision) and Land Use Classifica- tions, City of Redding (City-wide) * (G-030-010 & G-030-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted for adoption a resolution implementing several General Plan amendments that Council previously approved in concept. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, to adopt Resolution No. 87-210, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by: (1) adopting General Plan Amendments GPA-10-86, and approving the Negative Declaration; GPA-13-86, and recertifying EIR-3-81; and GPA-1-87, and recertifying EIR-2-79; and (2) amending the Land Use Classifications of the Land Use Element. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-210 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. STATUS REPORT - Cascade Hotel, Variance V-29-87 (L-010-410) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that YM Enterprises, the new owners of the Cascade Hotel, have requested a sixty-day delay in reactivating abatement proceedings. Their intent is to demolish the building within sixty days to make way for new construction. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Gard, to delay abatement proceedings on the Cascade Hotel for sixty days. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Planned Development PD-4-86, Nob Hill Estates, by Allen Hill, BHS Investments (south end Hawley Road, west of Churn Creek, and north of Boulder Creek) (L-010-210-510) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted for adoption, an ordinance regarding PD-4-86. Council conceptually approved PD-4-86 subject to the applicant providing a legal descrip- tion and cost estimate for the extension of Churn Creek Road. Council Member Fulton offered Ordinance No. 1815 for first reading, 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. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION - re Catering Contract at Civic Auditorium (C-050-050) Auditorium Director Montgomery reviewed the memorandum to Council dated June 30, 1987. Mr. Montgomery advised Council that the current catering contract with Richard Guy Paulson will expire on August 31, 1987, and a new catering contract must be considered. It is Mr. Montgomery's recommendation to continue the policy of contracting a single caterer with the exclusive right and obligation to provide food and beverage to any and all events. Mr. Montgomery pointed out that as the population increases and additions are made to the facility, there may come a time when we will want more than one caterer. Mr. Montgomery reported that the Tourism and Convention Commission has recommended changes in current policy. Those changes include separate concession and catering operations, contracting the conces-sion stand for a period of three years, the use of multiple caterers, and allowing special interest groups to provide their own food. Mr. Montgomery relayed that City Manager Christofferson has recommend- ed putting the contract out to bid with the option of allowing cater- ers to bid on either an exclusive right and obligation basis and/or as one of multiple caterers. This will give Council and staff the opportunity to see what kind of service is available. Council Member Gard stated that the auditorium is a keystone for convention business, and it is very important to provide quality food and service. She expressed her approval of asking for caterer response on these issues. Council Member Fulton conveyed that he is inclined to agree with the necessity for a single caterer at this time. Council Member Johannessen stated that because of the size of the auditorium, he is in agreement with the necessity of contracting with a single caterer. However, the phrase "any and all events" should be stricken for community project events. Council Member Carter pointed out the problem of establishing criteria for a policy allowing users the option of providing their own food and liquor. He noted that if events such as weddings begin preempting conventions, the very business they are striving to gain may be driven away. City Attorney Hays stated that these issues will be explored further. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Carter, authorizing the Civic Auditorium catering contract to be bid as a single caterer with exclusive rights and/or operate as a multiple caterer. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS - June 1987 (A-050-300) Assistant Civil Engineer Lang presented the Public Works Planning Reports for June 1987. This was an information item, and no action was required. RESOLUTION - Honoring Jim King (A-050-250 & C-050-500) City Attorney Hays submitted to Council a resolution honoring Senior Associate Planner King for his efforts toward the restoration of Old City Hall. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to adopt Resolution No. 87-211, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding honoring Jim King for his efforts on behalf of the City for the restoration of the Old City Hall into a Center for the Arts. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 87-211 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Pacific Gas and Electric Company (S-050-350) Notice re Amended Application to CPUC re increase in gas revenues Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-110-140) Liquor Barn (Safeway Stores 65 Inc., Majestic Wine California A Corporation (80%) and Majestic Wine California B Corporation (20%) 2627 Bechelli Lane CLOSED SESSION (C-090-100) Mayor Dahl announced that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss the status of pending litigation in the cases of Shasta Enterprises v. City of Redding, et al., and Allison Sanders, et al., v. City of Redding, et al. At the hour of 10:00 P.M., the meeting was adjourned to closed ses- sion. At the hour of 10:45 P.M., the meeting was reconvened to regular session. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:45 P.M., Mayor Dahl declared the meeting adjourned to July 14, 1987, at 5:00 P.M., at the City of Redding Conference Room. APPROVED: _________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ City Clerk