HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1988-01-05 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California January 5, 1988 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Assistant City
Manager McMurry.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Lester Westling of the All
Saints Episcopal Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following
Council Members present: Carter, Fulton, and Johannessen.
Council Member Gard was absent.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City
Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director
Arness, Electric Utility Director Lindley, Planning and Community
Development Director Perry, Chief of Police Whitmer, Fire Chief
Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Recreation and Parks
Director Riley, Assistant City Attorney McNeill, General Services
Director Masingale, Senior Planner Keaney, Personnel Services
Director Bristow, Director of Information Systems Kelley,
Director of Utilities/Customer Services Vokal, Housing
Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Assistant
Finance Director Sundin, Risk Manager Kirkpatrick, Accountant
Pennington, Accountant Roberts, Budget Services Officer O'Lane,
Museum Director Bond, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer,
Transportation Analyst Anderson, Community Access Specialist
Clements, Science Museum Director Howe, 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 - Adjourned Meeting of December 7, 1987
Regular Meeting of December 15, 1987
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(B-130-110)
Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 12, check numbers
130423 through 130894 inclusive, in the amount of $3,847,111.34,
be approved and paid; and Payroll Register No. 12, check numbers
252998 through 253633 inclusive, in the amount of $573,766.76,
and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $89,352.22, for
the period November 28, 1987, through December 12, 1987, and
Payroll Register No. 13, check numbers 253634 through 254337
inclusive, in the amount of $656,590.33 for the period December
13, 1987, through December 26, 1987, be approved.
TOTAL: $5,166,820.65
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1990, Miscellaneous Trees and
Plants - Park Dept.
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid
Schedule No. 1990, Miscellaneous Trees and Plants, be awarded to
the low bidder, MacPherson Wholesale Nursery, in the amount of
$3,433.60. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88
budget.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1993, Conference Room Furniture
(Tables and Chairs) (B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 1993, Conference Room Furniture (Tables and Chairs),
be awarded to the sole bidder, Tab of Central California, in the amount of $5,758.37. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1995, Inspect, Test, and Repair
Underground Storage Tanks Containing Hazardous Substances -
General Services
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid
Schedule No. 1995, Inspect, Test, and Repair Underground Storage
Tanks Containing Hazardous Substances, be awarded to the sole
bidder, Redding Service Station and Equipment, in the amount of
$5,809. Funds for this service are included in the 1987/88
budget.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1997, One (1) One-Ton Diesel
Truck with Utility Body - Public Works Streets Dept.
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid
Schedule No. 1997, One (1) One-Ton Diesel Truck with Utility Body
, be awarded to the low bidder, Crown Motors, in the amount of
$16,632. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88
budget.
Resolution re 25th Budget Amendment and Award of Bid - Bid
Schedule No. 1998, Managers Chairs for Council Chambers
* (B-130-070 & B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid
Schedule No. 1998, Managers Chairs for Council Chambers, be
awarded to the low bidder, Tab of Central California, in the
amount of $7,507.92. There is $4,500 available in the 1987/88
budget. It is recommended that a supplemental appropriation in
the amount of $3,100 be adopted to provide for the purchase of
the managers chairs.
It is recommended that Resolution No. 88-1 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 25th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No.
87-214 appropriating $3,100 for the replacement of the Council
Chamber chairs.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 1999, Underground Conductor -
Electric Dept.
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid
Schedule No. 1999, Underground Conductor, be awarded to the low
bidder, Pirelli Cable, in the amount of $93,892.68. Funds for
this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget.
Purchase of Office Furniture - Risk Management
(B-050-100)
It is recommended that, pursuant to Section 4.20.080 of the
Redding Municipal Code, the purchase of open office system
furniture from Tab Products Company for the Risk Management
Department in the amount of $5,607.46, be approved. Funds for
this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget.
Resolution re 20th Budget Amendment - Risk Management and
Personnel Department
* (B-130-070 & A-050-400 & A-050-230)
It is recommended that Resolution No. 88-2 be adopted, a
resolution of the City council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 20th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No.
87-214 appropriating $24,900 for the Risk Management Department
for start-up costs and to establish a new position of Accounting
Specialist; and to increase credits by appropriating ($1,000) for
the Personnel Department for the increased reimbursement from the
Risk Management Department.
Video Productions for Tourist Channel - Redding Guide
(T-040-350)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community
Development Director that a Request for Proposal be circulated to
obtain professional services to prepare a video tape for the
Tourist Channel. The video tape will advertise local events,
places, activities, and recreation. Funds have been set aside in
this year's budget to develop videos.
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Community Access Studio Equipment (T-040-350)
The Franchise Agreement with Viacom Cablevision provides for a capital contribution totaling $60,000 for equipment for the Community Access Channel. It is the recommendation of Planning Department staff that bids be solicited for equipment as listed on the Report to City Council dated December 28, 1987.
Redding Redevelopment Agency Annual Report to City Council
(R-030-030-020)
The Annual Financial Report for the Redding Redevelopment Agency
for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1987 was submitted for
consideration and filing with the City Clerk.
Resolution re Redding Hotel Loan Extension
(G-100-080-075)
It is recommended that Resolution No. 88-3 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding extending
the loan payoff date in the Agreement between the City of Redding
and Gary J. Rowe and Mary L. Rowe for consent to assumption and
modification of Note and Deed of Trust on the Redding Hotel. The
loan payoff date will be extended to June 30, 1988.
Liability Claims Approval
(R-100-550)
In order to operate on a more efficient basis and minimize the
City's losses, it is recommended that the Risk Manager's
authority for approving payment of liability claims be raised to
$5,000.
Resolution re Salary Adjustment for the City Attorney
(P-100-320)
It is recommended that Resolution No. 88-4 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
Resolution No. 86-147, partially amended by resolution Nos.
87-12, 87-48, 87-115, 87-212, 87-213, and 87-249, by (1) deleting
the existing Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
as of midnight, July 11, 1987; and (2) immediately thereafter
establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-Performance
Salary Plan effective July 12, 1987. The City Attorney will
receive a five percent salary adjustment retroactive to July 12,
1987.
Request by Optimist Club to Use Auditorium Area - July 4, 1988
(C-050-050)
It is the unanimous recommendation of the Recreation and Parks
Commission to approve the Optimist Club's request to use the
Auditorium area for the annual Fourth of July celebration.
Approval is subject to conditions of approval as stated in the
Director of Recreation and Parks Director Report to Council dated
December 23, 1987.
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Resolution re Lease Agreement - North Valley Art League (1126
Parkview Avenue)
(C-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-5 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. The Lease Agreement is for the period October 22,
1987 through October 21, 1988, and thereafter from year-to-year
on an automatic renewal basis.
Resolution Discontinuing Abatement (3260 Sacramento Drive) owned
by Sherman and Deborah Fountain
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No.
88-6 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 3260 Sacramento Drive, owned by
Sherman L. and Deborah B. Fountain.
Resolution Approving and Confirming Report of the Fire Marshal
and Account of the Costs of Abatement (1283 California Street,
Cascade Hotel) owned by Y. M. Enterprises
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No.
88-7 be adopted, a resolution of the City council of the City of
Redding approving and confirming the Report of the Fire Marshal
and Account of the Costs of Abatement of the unsafe building and
debris on the property at 1283 California Street (Cascade Hotel),
owned by Y. M. Enterprises (previously owned by William P. Cox;
previously owned by William Vest). The costs of the abatement
total $27,598.25.
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, Johannessen and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Gard
Resolution Numbers 88-1, 88-2, 88-3, 88-4, 88-5, 88-6, and 88-7,
are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Council Member Gard arrived.
Letter from National Logging and Timber Products Museum
(C-050-375 & C-070-100)
A letter was received from the National Logging and Timber
Products Museum requesting clarification of the City's commitment
to the development of a logging museum at Turtle Bay.
City Manager Christofferson noted that staff has been studying
the possibility of a museum complex comprised of the Logging
Museum, the Redding Museum and Art Center, and the Carter House
Science Museum. Staff will be making a recommendation at the
next meeting.
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Trudy Vaughan, Director of the Logging Museum, 2514 Roca Lane, stated that the City's commitment to the museum gave the project credibility. Fundraising efforts have raised over $70,000. Ms.
Vaughan stated that the Board of Trustees will be meeting next week to vote on the proposal to create a museum complex. Council Member Gard conveyed that it may be premature to make a
recommendation until all the groups have adopted the proposal by
resolution.
Council Member Johannessen stated that it is important to
consider a joint project. He noted that the land is very
valuable, and it will be expensive to improve the property.
Museum Director Bond stated that the Museum Board approved the
proposal to move the Museum to Turtle Bay, and staff intends to
work very closely with the other museums. Ms. Bond conveyed that
the Museum has outgrown the current facility and wishes to
expand. She noted that a combined complex will benefit the City
as well as the museums.
Council Member Gard pointed out that having a combined facility
across from the Convention Center will enhance tourism and
conventions.
Science Museum Director Howe relayed that their overall concern
is to create something viable for Redding that will create an
identity, enhance our culture, and be attractive to the community
and tourists.
Mayor Dahl concurred that the best route will be a combined
project. The Park Marina project will also be enhanced.
PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-10-87, by City of
Redding (Highway 299 East and north of Collyer Drive)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the
public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-10-87.
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 December 29, 1987
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that
RZ-10-87 was referred back to the Planning Commission to consider
single-family zoning for portions of the area. The Commission
considered several options and recommended that the westerly
parcel be prezoned "R-1-B10" Single Family Residential and
"R-2-B10" Duplex Residential. Mr. Perry advised that an
alternative option would be to zone the property "U" Unclassified
and rezone it to specific zoning after a subdivision map for a
specific project has been approved.
Eihnard Diaz, Sharrah Dunlap & Associates, 3161 Bechelli Lane,
noted that the recommendation to zone the property "U"
Unclassified District makes sense because the terrain is
difficult to work with, and it will allow staff the opportunity
to review a specific plan. Mr. Diaz concurred with the
recommendation to zone the higher elevation as single-family
homes. He suggested that the parcel be prezoned "U" Unclassified
for annexation purposes, and then they will have surveys prepared
so that an appropriate project may be developed. Mr. Diaz added
that this is the best approach from a planning perspective.
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In response to an inquiry by Council Member Gard, Mr. Perry stated that LAFCO prefers specific zoning, but if there is a good reason not to, it is appropriate to zone "U" Unclassified District. He indicated that this property could be appropriately zoned Unclassified, and he would prefer such a designation, so
that staff and Council may review the plan.
Council Member Gard said that zoning unclassified leaves too many
doubts. Specific zoning will clearly identify what the density
will be.
Dave McCoy, 837 Ridgewood Road, stated that he is appalled at the
idea of building duplexes there. The density is a shame; it is a
single family area, and this action will bring land values down.
Mr. McCoy added that we should build with integrity.
Glen Everett, 1782 Collyer Dr., stated that he protests the
annexation and the zoning. Mr. Everett indicated that he bought
the land because of its rural atmosphere. He added that zoning
should direct the development, not development direct the zoning.
Mr. Everett stated that misleading information was given
regarding the value of annexation and the sewer assessment
district. Mr. Everett submitted a letter of protest.
Bob Davis, 761 Ridgewood Road, stated that he disapproves of the
annexation. Mr. Davis noted that he bought his property under
the County's general plan. He proposed that the City amend its
general plan to lower the density to that which is already in
effect in the County.
Lorraine Davis, 761 Ridgewood Road, submitted a letter protesting
the prezoning. Mrs. Davis pointed out that there are many
single-family residences which front a main highway and it does
lower the value of the land. She requested that the general plan
be amended to two residential units per acre. Mrs. Davis
conveyed that she does not agree with classifying the property
"U" Unclassified because it leaves it open.
Mr. Perry clarified that the general plan was developed in 1976
as part of the Upper Churn Creek Plan. The reasoning for the
multiple-
family zoning was because of the close proximity to Shasta
College and the need for student housing.
Council Member Gard noted how confusion is created when people
buy property under the County's general plan not realizing they
are in the City's sphere of influence and subject to City zoning.
She stated that it is very unfortunate.
Mr. Diaz pointed out that the neighbor's concerns give credence
to the need for "U" Unclassified zoning. They will continue to
work with the residents.
Linda Slater, 1584 Hobo Lane, stated that the application should
be denied because the area is rural and the proposed zoning has a
high level of density compared to what is currently in existence.
The zoning conflicts with the up-dated County general plan and
homeowners purchased their homes expecting the density to remain
consistent. The terrain is hilly and development will require
major grading and alteration of the environment. Mrs. Slater
stated that she does not want to see single-family homes crammed
onto 6000 square-foot lots either. Mrs. Slater requested that
the general plan be amended to that which the County already has
in existence. She emphasized that their lifestyles will be
affected. Linda and Jerry Slater submitted a letter opposing the
rezoning application.
City Attorney Hays pointed out that it is a question of whether
or not what is proposed constitutes a good land use.
In response to an inquiry by Council Member Fulton, Mr. Perry
stated that the Planning Commission believed Council wanted
specific zoning, so they did not reconsider the "U" Unclassified
District.
Mr. Davis noted that it is a matter of economics, the value of
his property is lowered, while that of Mr. Teasley will rise.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard made a motion to prepare an ordinance approving the zoning as depicted on Exhibit A, attachment to the
Report to Council dated December 29, 1987.
This motion died for lack of a second.
Council Member Johannessen made a motion to prepare an ordinance
approving the zoning as depicted on Exhibit C, attachment to the
Report to Council dated December 29, 1987.
This motion died for lack of a second.
Council Member Johannessen stated that the property owner has a
right to the reasonable use of the property. Single-family homes
along the knoll is appropriate, but not along the highway.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen, that Council make the following findings re
RZ-10-87:
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 authorized by the Board of
Administrative Review on August 12, 1987. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen, to prepare an ordinance re Rezoning Application
RZ-10-87 as follows: the westly parcel will be zoned "R-1-B10"
Single-Family Residential on both ridges and "R-2-B10" Duplex
Residential on the lower portion, "U-F" through the center, and
the easterly parcel will be zoned "R3-40-B10" Multiple-Family
Residential District. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment of Chapter 17.42 of the Redding
Municipal Code (pertaining to Park and Recreation Land Dedication
and In-Lieu Fees)
(C-110-100)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the
public hearing re Park and Recreation Land Dedication and In-Lieu
Fees).
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The following documents are on file in the office of the City
Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated December 29, 1987 Planning and Community Development Director requested that the
public hearing be continued to January 19, 1988. Mr. Perry
stated that additional information will be available at that
time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Gard, to continue the public hearing re Amendment of
Chapter 17.42 of the Redding Municipal Code (pertaining to Park
and Recreation Land Dedication and In-Lieu Fees) until January
19, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re Proposed Amendments of Chapter 18.47 of the
Redding Municipal Code (Pertaining to the "FP" Floodplain
Combining District
(C-110-100)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the
public hearing re Proposed Amendments of Chapter 18.47 of the
Redding Municipal Code.
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 29, 1987
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has mandated that
every City covered by the National Flood Insurance Program adopt
revised rules governing the flood insurance program.
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 Gard, seconded by Council Member
Fulton, that Council make the following findings re the
Floodplain Ordinance Chapter 18.47 of the Municipal Code:
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 authorized by the Redding
Planning Commission on November 24, 1987. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
Council Member Fulton offered Ordinance No. 1835, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of
Chapter 18.47 of Title 18, zoning, of the Redding Municipal Code,
pertaining to "FP" Floodplain Combining District.
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BOARD OF APPEALS APPOINTMENT (B-080-050)
Mayor Dahl recommended that Jeff Peterson be appointed to the
Board of Appeals for the remainder of the term expiring January 1, 1991. Mayor Dahl noted that Mr. Peterson is an architect. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Gard, appointing Jeff Peterson to the Board of Appeals for
a term expiring January 1, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
AIRPORTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENT
(B-080-010)
Mayor Dahl recommended that Richard Gulack be appointed to the
Airports Commission for the remainder of the term expiring May 1,
1988. Mayor Dahl noted that Mr. Gulack is a pilot who will be a
vital and knowledgeable member of the Commission.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, appointing Richard Gulack to the Airports
Commission for a term expiring May 1, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-19-87, by Dean Roesner
(north of Hilltop Drive and west of and adjacent to Interstate 5)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1830 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
Fulton, that Ordinance No. 1830 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-19-87)
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1830 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-7-87, by Jack Dollard
(2003 Park Marina Drive)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1831 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. 1831 be adopted, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the
rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding
(RZ-7-87).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1831 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-11-87, by Richard Gyuro
(Churn Creek Road south of Echo Road) (L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1832 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
Fulton, that Ordinance No. 1832 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-11-87).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1832 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-12-87, by The Fly Shop
(4140 Churn Creek Road)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1833 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 Carter, that Ordinance No. 1833 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-12-87).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1833 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - re Rezoning Application RZ-13-87, by John Davis (4850
Cedars Road)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1834 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. 1834 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-13-87).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1834 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION OF NEW POLICE CHIEF - Management Study
(P-100-060)
City Manager Christofferson reported that staff can conduct a
thoroughly professional recruitment and examination process for the selection of a new police chief with a resultant financial savings. It is their intention to recruit on a national basis, but to concentrate on California experience.
Mr. Christofferson noted that there is merit in having an outside
management study performed before the arrival of the new chief.
He explained that it would be highly advantageous to the incoming
chief to have an objective appraisal of the current operations of
the department. Mr. Christofferson advised that various
organizations have been contacted, and the consulting firm of PMW
Associates is prepared to conduct such a study in a period of 60
days for a fee of $9000.
Chief Whitmer supported the recommendation and noted that the
action is timely.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Fulton, approving the request for services of PMW Associates to
conduct a management study of the Police Department at a cost of
$9000. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS - Utilizing Funds for
Economic Development
(G-100-030-033)
Mayor Dahl reported that consideration is being given to the
utilization of some Community Development Block Grant funds for
economic development, specifically the formation of a revolving
loan fund. He pointed out that there are many questions to be
answered, and asked if Council would care to provide some
guidelines to the Community Development Block Grant Advisory
Committee in this direction.
Council Member Fulton conveyed that it is an excellent idea, but
he has some misgivings. He would like to be assured that if
funds are used for a revolving loan, it will not detract from
housing funds.
Mayor Dahl concurred that this point should be addressed. He
pointed out that CDBG funds have not always been used for
housing.
Council Member Gard agreed that the Committee should review the
idea. She asked if we would be competing with banking
institutions and suggested that local banks, the Economic
Development Corporation, and the Private Industry Council be
contacted. Council Member Gard questioned if banks may be better
qualified to administer such funds. She emphasized that housing
rehabilitation does create jobs for local contractors and
enhances the local economy from the sale of materials.
Council Member Gard suggested that the committee also review the
idea of a revolving loan fund to help renters pay their first and
last month's rent and security deposit.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry suggested that
the concept be viewed on a long-term basis; one year is not long
enough.
Council Member Johannessen indicated that the program should be
established with a substantial amount of funds to be productive,
and we should also try to keep our housing rehabilitation program
going.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, requesting the Community Development Block Grant
Advisory Committee to study the use of a revolving loan fund for economic development; a revolving loan fund for first and last month's rent and security deposits to be used by renters; and housing rehabilitation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
COMBINED ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT - Year Ending June 30, 1987
(B-130-070)
Director of Finance Downing submitted the City of Redding
Combined Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the year ended June
30, 1987. Ms. Downing noted that the City's CAFR has received a
"Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial
Reporting" from the Government Finance Officers Association for
five years, a similar award from the California Society of
Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) for the past two years and was
selected by CSMFO as one of four reports it presented at its 1987
annual meeting as models for cities to utilize in developing
their reports. Ms. Downing credited Assistant Finance Director
Sundin, Transportation Analyst Anderson, and Accountants
Pennington and Robinson for their contribution to the report.
Bruce Roberts, Nystrom & Company, stated that they have examined
the combined financial statements of the City of Redding in
accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and are of
the opinion that it is fairly stated in all material aspects.
Mr. Roberts stated that Nystrom & Company is pleased to be
working with the City.
STATUS OF LAKE REDDING HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT
(E-120-070-425)
Electric Utility Director Lindley reviewed the Report to City
Council dated December 30, 1987 regarding the status of the Lake
Redding Project. Mr. Lindley noted that staff met with FERC and
requested clarification of FERC's current requirements regarding
the project and reasons for those requirements. The Lake Redding
Committee has recommended that a fisheries study plan be prepared
for the Committee's review; Council, staff and Electric Utility
Commission representatives meet with FERC in late January, 1988;
and staff provide a report regarding project-related activities
which may need to be performed. Mr. Lindley stated that staff
will provide said report at the regular Council meeting to be
held January 19, 1988.
This was an information item and no action was required.
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT PROJECT STATUS REPORT - January 1988
(A-050-125)
Electric Director Lindley submitted the Electric Department
Project Status Report for January 1988. This was an information
item and no action was required.
RESOLUTION RE REDDING METRO REPORT
(A-050-250)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the
final draft of the Redding Metro Report. Mr. Perry indicated
that the estimated cost of publication is $14,100. Knowing that
the original grant received under the Rural Renaissance Program
was only $8,958, staff solicited financial contributions, and
received pledges totalling $5,100, from the Economic Development
Corporation, Shasta County Board of Realtors, Redding Area
Development Committee and the Redding Chamber of Commerce. Mr.
Perry noted that Senior Associate Planner King is the lead author
of the Report.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 88-8 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 22nd Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $14,100 for the preparation and publication
of the Redding Metro Report; and that the above-mentioned
organizations be thanked for their contribution to the
publication of the document.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-8 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RETIREMENT POPULATION
(F-200-075)
Mayor Dahl conveyed that Redding has become a very attractive
retirement community due to our low cost of living, quality of
life, rural character, recreation, and public safety. He asked
Council to consider if we are properly preparing for the increase
in senior population.
Planning and Community Director Perry stated that staff can
reformulate available information and statistics on the projected
growth of our senior population in the form of questions and
formally request the Population Research Unit of the State
Department of Finance to review and verify the trends relative to
Shasta County.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Johannessen, to ask the Economic Development Task Force to
appoint a subcommittee to investigate the projected increase in
senior population and develop recommendations to encourage
positive factors related to that growth and ways to discourage or
mitigate any negative factors. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
With the approval of Council, Mayor Dahl appointed Council Member
Johannessen to act as liaison to the committee.
VETERAN'S GROVE UPDATE
(P-050-475)
Mayor Dahl reported that the Shasta County Veteran's Affiliated
Council has requested that the City allow the placement of three
more plaques in the Vietnam Veteran's Grove to commemorate
veterans who served and died in World War I, World War II, and
the Korean War. Mayor Dahl noted that once Vietnam Veterans felt
isolated from other veterans; but those feelings have changed.
Council Member Gard asked if Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Gomes were
contacted. Noting that they were instrumental in the Grove's
initial dedication, we should be certain they are agreeable.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member
Carter, approving the placement of three additional memorials in
the Veteran's Grove, contingent upon the concurrence of Mr. and
Mrs. Gomes and notification of the Vietnam Veterans. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
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ANNEXATION NO. 87-6 - Knighton Road
(A-150-199)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry noted that Council referred Annexation 87-6, Knighton Road to the Board of
Administrative Review and department staff on October 20, 1987. It is the recommendation of staff that Council send a letter to LAFCO requesting that LAFCO review the current Sphere boundary lines in the Churn Creek bottom area; direct staff to explore the
feasibility of obtaining grant funds for the extension of
Knighton Road; and ask the Planning Commission to recommend
appropriate General Plan and zoning designations for the area
around the interchange.
Mr. Perry noted that important considerations in this annexation
are the fact that the City is contemplating development of a
softball complex southwest of the I-5 interchange; the County has
designated three of the four corners of the interchange as
Commercial; and the future extension of Knighton Road to the
Airport.
Council Member Gard pointed out that residents in the area do
have the opportunity to contract for sewer service. She
questioned if the annexation is pursued, is our political
position jeopardized in regard to acquisition of other property
for the Gun Club.
Council Member Johannessen emphasized that the City and the
County will have to reach an agreement. The County needs money,
and they would probably like to maintain jurisdiction.
Mayor Dahl invited Shasta County Supervisor Pete Peters to speak.
Mr. Peters noted that Council Member Johannessen's observation is
correct. The County is very concerned about any loss of sales
tax; not only at the 76 Truck Stop, but at the other interchange
corners as well. Mr. Peters explained that his constituents in
the Churn Creek Bottom area have expressed a strong desire to not
annex to either city. He indicated that this will be a difficult
issue and will merit a lot of discussion between the City and
County.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, to send a letter to LAFCO requesting that LAFCO
review the current Sphere boundary lines in the Churn Creek
bottom area; direct to staff to explore the feasibility of
obtaining grant funds for the extension of Knighton Road; and ask
the Planning Commission to recommend appropriate General Plan and
zoning designations for the area around the interchange.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Johannessen and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - Gard
Absent: Council Members - None
STATUS OF ANNEXATION
(A-150)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a
status report on those annexations currently being processed, and
those that have been completed during the 1987 calendar year.
This was an information item only, and no action was required.
1988 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
(G-100-030-033)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that
beginning January 6, 1988, the Community Development Advisory
Committee will be holding a series of public hearings to
determine community needs. The committee will make
recommendations to Council in March. Mr. Perry noted that new
legislation generally authorizes housing and community
development programs at current funding levels for two years
which will allow the City to plan a two-year program.
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Council Member Gard noted that changes in legislation created a two-tiered allocation system for Urban Development Action Grants
(UDAG), and we may now qualify for them. She added that they were also successful in modifying the initial anti-displacement
provision. This was an information item and no action was required.
RESOLUTION re 23rd BUDGET AMENDMENT - Crime Prevention Grant
Expenditures
* (B-130-070 & G-100-070 & P-150-150)
Police Chief Whitmer stated that when the OCJP grant was received
for establishing the Crime Prevention Program, it was not
identified as a separate unit. This has made budget control
awkward, and it is recommended that these funds be separate from
the Department's operating budgets.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Gard, that Resolution No. 88-9 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 23rd Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214
appropriating $55,600 for the Crime Prevention Division of the
Police Department and establishing a new position of Community
Services Officer for the Crime Prevention Division.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-9 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION re 24th BUDGET AMENDMENT - Replacement of Police
Department Service Weapons
* (B-130-070 & P-150-150)
Police Chief Whitmer noted that the 1987/88 budget provided funds
in the amount of $5000 for a pilot project to evaluate the
replacement of service weapons. He explained that new weapon
costs are escalating, the serviceability of the current weapons
is decreasing, and staff recommends that the test program be
expanded to provide for a full scale replacement of the current
service weapons. Chief Whitmer noted that several weapons have
been evaluated, and the Weapons Committee has made their
recommendation to replace current weapons with the Sig/Sauer
Model 220 semi-automatic pistol and the Smith and Wesson Model
686 .357 Magnum Revolver for a total cost of $39,800.
Council Member Gard noted that some type of ongoing system for
the purchase of service weapons should be in effect to reduce
large outlays.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Gard, that Resolution No. 88-10 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 24th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214
appropriating $34,800 for the replacement of the Police
Department Service Weapons.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-10 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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RESOLUTIONS re RECOMMENDED PERSONNEL ACTIONS * (B-130-070 & P-100-320)
Personnel Services Director Bristow recommended that
administrative and/or budget clean-up actions be approved due to
recently completed I.B.E.W. negotiations. Mr. Bristow also recommended that full-time permanent positions be established for
those employees working a forty-hour week and receiving only
retirement benefits or where work has been accomplished through
repetitive use of temporaries.
Resolution re 26th Budget Amendment
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that Resolution No. 88-11 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 26th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214
establishing sixteen new positions and deleting two existing
positions and appropriating $54,900 for employee service costs in
the Airport Department ($23,800) and the Waste Collection and
Disposal Department ($31,100).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-11 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that Resolution 88-12 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No.
86-147, partially amended by Resolution Nos. 87-12, 87-48,
87-115, 87-212, 87-213, 87-249, and 88-4 by:
A. (1) deleting, as of Midnight, January 9, 1988, the current
Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
which
was established by Resolution No. 88-4 on January 5,
1988;
and
(2) establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for
Performance
Salary Plan as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached
hereto,
effective January 10, 1988.
B. (1) deleting the existing Employee Classification Schedule
and
Salary Plan as of Midnight, January 9, 1988; and
(2) establishing a new Employee Classification Schedule and
Salary Plan as set forth in Exhibit "B" attached
hereto, effective January 10, 1988.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-12 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Resolution No. 88-13 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding (1) rescinding
Resolution No. 87-313 effective Midnight, January 9, 1988; and
(2) establishing a new Personnel Policy for Unrepresented Employees not covered by a Memorandum of Understanding effective
January 10, 1988.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and
Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 88-13 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC WORKS QUARTERLY REPORT - First Quarter 1988
(A-050-300)
Public Works Director Arness presented the Public Works Quarterly
Report for the First Quarter 1988. This was an information item
and no action was required.
MASTER SEWER PLAN - Council Study Session
(W-020-300)
Public Works Director Arness reported that the Council Study
Session for the 1987 Master Sewer Plan has been rescheduled to
January 14, 1988 at the City Hall Conference Room. Mr. Arness
requested that Council adjourn the proposed Adjourned Meeting of
January 7, 1988 to January 14, 1988. Council concurred that 4:30
p.m. would be an appropriate starting time.
CLOVER CREEK SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 1987-2 - Request for
County Jurisdiction
(A-170-100-080)
Public Works Director Arness reported that Shasta County staff
has expressed concern over the inclusion of developed
single-family parcels on septic tank disposal systems into the
sewer assessment district. City staff recommends that an owner
of any developed single-family parcel may request, in writing, to
defer the assessment until such time as the parcel is connected
to the District Sewer System. At that time, the entire amount of
the assessment would be paid along with any interest that had
accumulated to that point. The cost to the City is estimated at
$300,000 to $400,000.
Mr. Arness stated that the proposal will be submitted to every
property owner, and neighborhood meetings will be held to explain
the process. A resolution has been prepared for the Shasta
County Board of Supervisor's consideration.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Johannessen, approving a proposed resolution requesting
jurisdiction of the County of Shasta for the proposed Clover
Creek Sewer Assessment District and transmitting the approved
resolution to the County Board of Supervisors for their
consideration and adoption. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE - re Amending Section 18.78.030(B) pertaining to Notice
of Public Hearings
(C-110-100)
City Attorney Hays submitted an ordinance providing property
owners ten days' notice of public hearing. Mr. Hays noted that
updating Section 18.78.030(B) will correspond with current law
and practice.
Council Member Gard offered Ordinance No. 1836 for first reading,
an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
Section 18.78.030(B) of Chapter 18.78 of Title 18/Zoning of the
Redding Municipal Code relating to public hearings.
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ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-110-140)
Redding Red Lion Motor Inn (Red Lion, a California Limited Partnership) 1830 Hilltop Drive
Nadean's Lanai (Nadean & Walter Hadley Dillon)
1231 Yuba Street
Sparky's (Dana S. & Ronald Vernon Hague)
2600 Churn Creek Road
The Corner Store (Carol LaDean & Terry Ross Fleming)
6271 Eastside Road
Diversified Distributors (Redding Distributing Company)
4001 Eastside Road
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:10 p.m., Mayor
Dahl adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., January 7, 1988, at the
City Hall Conference Room for a meeting with the Shasta Dam Area
Public Utility District.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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