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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1988-01-19 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California January 19, 1988 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Pastor Glenn Biggs of the Community Baptist Church of Summit City. The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Carter with the following Council Members present: Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen. Mayor Dahl 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, Superintendent of Public Works Galusha, Fire Chief Bailey, Resources Manager Coleman, Police Captain Blankenship, Auditorium Director Montgomery, 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 Police Services Division Primrose, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Assistant Director of General Services Kohn, Budget Services Officer O'Lane, Museum Director Bond, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer, Science Museum Director Howe, Sergeant Byard, 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 - Special Meeting of December 22 1987 Regular Meeting of January 5, 1988 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 13, check numbers 130895 through 131184 inclusive, in the amount of $1,469,074.04, be approved and paid; and Payroll Register No. 14, check numbers 254338 through 254973 inclusive, in the amount of $585,440.73, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $88,963.28, for the period December 27, 1987 through January 09, 1988, be approved. TOTAL: $2,143,478.05 Treasurer's Report - December 1987 (B-l30-l50) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $21,964,414.51 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $75,706,129.12 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2000, 30,500 lb. Truck Cab and Chassis with 4-5 Yard Dump - Public Works--Streets (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2000, 30,500 lb. Truck Cab and Chassis with 4-5 Yard Dump, be awarded to the low bidder, F. B. Hart, in the amount of $38,099.63. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. 1/19/88 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2001, 30,500 lb. Truck Cab and Chassis with Multipurpose Crane - Public Works--Water (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2001, 30,500 lb. Truck Cab and Chassis with Multipurpose Crane, be awarded to F. B. Hart, in the amount of $75,002.74. The low bidder, General Motors, did not include the body with the multipurpose crane. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2002, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers - Electric Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2002, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers , be awarded to the low bidder, Westinghouse Electric Supply Company, in the amount of $53,477. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Resolution Rejecting Bids - Bid Schedule No. 2003, Printing and Binding of Metro Report - Planning Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-14 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rejecting all bids for furnishing printing and binding of the Metro Report; declaring that such printing and binding may be acquired in the open market; and authorizing the negotiation thereof by the City Manager. All bids received significantly exceeded the $9600 in funds available for this project. It is the consensus of staff that costs will be reduced through open market negotiations. The Metro Report could be modified to allow for lower costs in the printing and binding. Depending on the final negotiated contract costs, a budget amendment may be required. Resolution - Budget Amendment for Police Management Study * (B-130-070 & A-050-270) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-15 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 28th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $9000 for a Management Study of the Police Department. Resolution - Budget Amendment for the Printing and Reproduction Budget * (B-130-070 & F-205) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-16 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 12th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $34,900 for the Print Shop operating and maintenance budget and appropriating $28,200 for User Charges to various departments. These costs are for copier and paper supplies which were part of the general fund paper stock inventory. This will adjust the printing and reproduction budget to the level established by Council policy upon adoption of the Annual Budget. Resolution - Budget Amendment for Property Appraisal of the L.C. Smith Ranch * (B-130-070 & C-070-010-050) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 87-17 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 27th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $3800 for appraisal of the L.C. Smith Ranch property. 1/19/88 Resolution - Budget Amendment for Transfer of Funds Between Accounts of the Electric Department * (B-130-070 & E-120-900) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-18 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 21st Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 transferring $511,100 from Electric Production to Electric Capital Outlay for the purchase of wheeling rights from WAPA. Resolution - Rehabilitation Loan Policy Amendment (G-100-080-380) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-19 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving an amendment to the Rehabilitation Loan Policy adopted by City Council Resolution No. 75-86. The Rehabilitation Loan Policy will be amended to include short-term construction loans for investor/owners participating in the Rental Rehabilitation Grant Program. The loans will be at current market interest rate, written for a period based on the estimated length of construction of the individual project, and subject to other applicable loan policy requirements. Principal and all accrued interest will be due at the end of the loan term. Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment Application GPA-14-87, by Nor Cal Construction (1072 Lake Boulevard) (G-030-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, 1988, to consider General Plan Amendment GPA-14-87. Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-5-87, by City of Redding (Adjacent to Airport Road between Rancho Road and Lassen View Lane) (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, 1988, to consider Rezoning Application RZ-5-87. Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-17-87, by City of Redding (East of Aero Street and north of Fig Tree Lane) (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., February 2, 1988, to consider Rezoning Application RZ-17-87. Mary Lake Trail Design - Consultant Selection (P-050-460-250) It is the recommendation of staff that a contract to obtain engineering services for the design of the Mary Lake Trail be awarded to the low bidder, Evergreen Engineering, for a not-to-exceed cost of $4975. Resolution - Agreement with Shasta County Office of Education (G-100-030-032) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-20 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and Shasta County Office of Education for Child Development Program classroom facilities, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. 1/19/88 The 1987 Community Development Block Grant Program set aside $63,562 in funds for the purpose of acquiring two classrooms. The classrooms will be located at the Lassen View Elementary School site. The Agreement is for a 21-year period from January 4, 1988 and ending December 31, 2008. Resolution - Personnel Policy Amendment for Unrepresented Employees (Not Covered by a MOU) (P-100-050-100) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-21 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding (1) rescinding Resolution No. 88-13 effective midnight, January 23, 1988; and (2) establishing a new Personnel Policy for Unrepresented Employees not covered by a Memorandum of Understanding effective January 24, 1988. This resolution will provide City Council members with the same dental, life, long-term disability and vision insurance benefits, administered under the group insurance program, as City of Redding employees not covered by a MOU. Resolution - Budget Amendment for Redding Municipal Airport Noise Compatibility Plan Part 150 - Supplemental EIR * (B-130-070 & L-010-075 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-22 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 29th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $8500 for the Municipal Airport Noise Management Plan Part 150 Study Environmental Impact Report. Resolution - Budget Amendment for Transfer and Appropriation of State Airport Grant Funds * (B-130-070 & G-100-170-200 & A-090-020) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-23 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 30th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $5450 for capital outlay at the Benton Airpark and transferring $3000 in capital outlay from the Municipal Airport in order to provide appropriations for an electronic gate and computer hardware for Benton Airpark. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 1948, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Center Addition and Remodeling (B-050-020 & C-050-400) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 1948 (Job No. 8675), awarded to Dan S. Wardle Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $48,999. Resolution - Supplemental Local Agency/State Agreement No. 17R-1 (South Street/ACID Canal Bridge) (S-070-050) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-24 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Program Supplement No. 17R-1 to the Local Agency/State Agreement for Federal-Aid Projects No. 02-5068 entered into between the City of Redding and the State of California Department of Transportation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation in connection therewith. A bridge will be constructed on South Street at the ACID Canal Bridge in compliance with Federal Aid Projects No. 02-5068. 1/19/88 Resolution - Request for Document Destruction (A-050-055-750) It is the recommendation of staff that Resolution No. 88-25 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records. All original documents listed in the Report to City Council dated January 12, 1988 have been microfilmed. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, 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, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution Numbers 88-14, 88-15, 88-16, 88-17, 88-18, 88-19, 88-20, 88-21, 88-22, 88-23, 88-24, and 88-25, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - LETTER FROM SHASTA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION (C-050-050) A letter was received from Marjorie Gates, Superintendent of Schools, asking the City of Redding to co-sponsor the annual Literary Festival to be held at the Redding Convention Center. They are seeking ways to reduce Festival costs; and are optimistic that if the City were to co-sponsor the event, catering services could conceivably be waived. City Clerk Nichols noted that a letter expressing this position was also received from the Redding Branch of the American Association of University Women. Marjorie Gates, Shasta County Superintendent of Schools, conveyed that the Literary Festival has grown in size, and they are seeking ways to stabilize costs. Ms. Gates explained that school cafeterias can prepare bag lunches for the students at a lower cost than what they will have to pay the caterer. She invited the City to co-sponsor the event. Ms. Gates also requested that catering services for the event be waived. Convention Center Director Montgomery explained that the Convention Center is also working on a tight budget. He has suggested that they bring their own lunches and eat them outside the building or in the buses. Mr. Montgomery expressed his support for the Festival, but pointed out that if Council waives catering service for one group, it will have difficulty turning others down. Mr. Montgomery explained that the Convention Center incurred losses of at least $1,477.68 during the 1987 Festival. The rental amount does not cover the cost of wages for setup, maintenance, breakdown of the facility, heating and cooling, electricity and office personnel. Council Member Gard noted that the City is making a tremendous contribution by just having the building available. She explained that we run a deficit on the Convention Center. Council Member Gard emphasized that if we set the precedent, there are many worthwhile organizations and community groups who will also make the request. 1/19/88 Vice Mayor Carter concurred that a good compromise is for the students to eat lunch outside. City Manager Christofferson noted that the caterer could be asked to voluntarily waive his right. Council Member Gard pointed out that this will put Mr. Paulson in an uncomfortable spot; he has already made a tremendous contribution to the community, and this question will come back again. Pam Thayer, Redding Branch American Association of University Women, co-sponsors of the Literary Festival, stated that they are committed to the Festival. This commitment includes doing all they can to trim costs. Ms. Thayer stated that AAUW believed that this was a legitimate option to pursue. Council Member Johannessen stated that because we are not ready to subsidize this particular function at this time, does not mean we are not contributing. The Convention Center runs at a deficit. LETTER OF RESIGNATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONER NANCY BUFFUM (B-080-300) A letter of resignation was received from Planning Commissioner Nancy Buffum effective December 31, 1987. Ms. Buffum stated her purpose in resigning is to prepare to stand as a candidate for the Redding City Council. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to accept the resignation of Planning Commissioner Nancy Buffum with regret. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard stated that Ms. Buffum provided the Commission with long and diligent service, and she was a very courageous commissioner. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed Amendments to Chapter 6.04 (Pawnbrokers and Junk and Scrap Dealers) and Chapter 6.30 (Secondhand Dealers) (C-110-100) Vice Mayor Carter stated that the Public Hearing in this matter will be continued to February 2, 1988, to allow Mayor Dahl the opportunity to hear testimony and participate. The Attorney General's office will also appear on February 2, 1988. Staff will make a presentation tonight and a workshop will be held during the next two weeks to answer questions. Attorney John Burlake who is representing several business owners will also make a presentation. Sergeant Byard stated that the proposed amendments will give the Police Department the tools with which to track stolen goods as they go through secondhand dealers. He noted that this is part of the Crime Prevention Program. Sergeant Byard explained that tangible personal property as listed under the Business and Professions Code includes property with serial numbers, jewelry, and silverware. Staff will be able to compare these serial numbers or owner applied numbers against City and State computer generated lists of stolen goods. Sergeant Byard explained that the ordinance does not apply to charitable organizations because goods are donated, not purchased. Council Member Johannessen asked if camera shops which purchase secondhand cameras for resale would be required to have a secondhand dealers license, and Sergeant Byard answered affirmatively. 1/19/88 Vice Mayor Carter noted that estate jewelry purchased from an attorney would also be considered a secondhand dealer transaction. In response to general questions, Sergeant Byard explained that a landlord who receives a portion of that business' revenue is required to be fingerprinted. If a landlord is acting only in the capacity of landlord, he does not have an economic interest, and is not required to be fingerprinted. He noted that flea markets are regulated by the State and report to the City or County under whose jurisdiction they are located. Chief Whitmer stated that it would be appropriate to ask these types of questions at the workshop. He noted that the Attorney General will be present. The workshop will also give concerned citizens an opportunity to make suggestions and voice their concerns. With the concurrence of Council, Vice Mayor Carter declared that a workshop will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 1988 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Attorney John Burlake, 1757 Yuba Street, stated that the workshop idea does not appeal to him. He does not want to change the proposed amendments to the ordinance, because they are not good and should not be adopted in the first place. Mr. Burlake conveyed that existing State law provides for written reports and is preemptive in this area. State law has already limited and prohibited how the ordinance can be changed and it states that nothing should be added to it. He opined that the ordinance is not limited to the degree that Sergeant Byard as stated. Mr. Burlake stated that the ordinance confuses the issue of what tangible personal property is. He stated that no ordinance is needed, and none should be adopted. Attorney Richard Bates, 1300 West Street, concurred with the statements of Mr. Burlake. He noted that State law provides for those businesses whose secondhand dealing is only a small part of their business. According to this ordinance, if someone deals only once with secondhand goods, they will have to have a license to do so. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the public hearing re the Secondhand Dealer Ordinance to 7:00 p.m., February 2, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RECESS At the hour of 8:05 p.m., Vice Mayor Carter declared the meeting recessed. At the hour of 8:10 p.m., Vice Mayor Carter reconvened the meeting. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment of Chapter 17.42 of Redding Municipal Code (Park and Recreation Land Dedication and In-Lieu Fees) (L-010-100) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Vice Mayor Carter opened the continued public hearing re Amendments of Chapter 17.42. 1/19/88 The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January 11, 1988 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission recommended amendment of the Parkland Dedication Ordinance. The amendments focus primarily on the amount of land that can be required to be dedicated upon subdivision of residential land and the fees to be imposed in lieu of land dedication. Mr. Perry explained that the proposed schedule of in-lieu fees will more closely reflect the value of residential land. A two-tiered system of fees is being proposed to equate differentials in land values based on density. The fees would be based on $15,000 per acre for single-family developments and $25,000 per acre for multiple- family developments. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mr. Perry noted that copies of the proposed ordinance were sent to the Board of Realtors, the Shasta Builder's Exchange and to 30 engineering firms and none of them commented on it. Council Member Johannessen stated that the proposed ordinance should not pass because it raises questions about construction costs and fees. He conveyed that we need affordable housing, and pointed out that the City subsidizes apartment units. Council Member Johannessen suggested that the ordinance be put aside until the results of the fee structure study are in. He opined that the fee is too high. City Manager Christofferson stated that the fee structure study will deal with service charges only. Council Member Gard pointed out that she is a housing advocate and understands Council Member Johannessen's concern about the cost of housing. She acknowledged that costs are being loaded onto new homes; but this is the result of living in a post Proposition 13 era, and there is nothing that can be done about it. Council Member Gard questioned how parklands will be provided if they are not set aside when development occurs. She asked if low-cost housing is more important than the quality of our life and environment. Council Member Gard stated that the long-term impact of not having in-lieu fees set aside will have a damaging effect on the community. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that the average salary of gainfully employed people in Redding is $19,000 a year, and three out of five people are on some type of subsidy. There is a burden on multiple-family housing because that is what people can afford. Mr. Perry explained that Council is not enacting a fee tonight. Council is being asked to focus on an approach which has not been changed since 1978. Staff is obligated to follow up with a resolution to set fees at a later time. Mr. Perry noted that if Council does not concur with the proposed amendments, staff will have to come back with a different approach. Mr. Perry explained that it is very expensive to develop community and regional parks. These fees give the City the opportunity to develop or buy property for parks. Mr. Perry asked how we will keep up with growth in the new subdivisions. 1/19/88 Council Member Johannessen stated that this needs a closer look. In response to an inquiry by Vice Mayor Carter, Public Works Director Arness stated that they will be proposing a new sewer fee. Vice Mayor Carter stated that he would like to see a report on what it costs to build a single-family home and apartments. Council Member Gard asked what are the alternatives; how are we going to fund services. She emphasized that there is no other current process under State law for funding. Council Member Johannessen stated that he has not sold or listed property in the City for two years. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Council make the following findings re Amendment of Chapter 17.42 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to Park and Recreational Land Dedications and In-Lieu Fees: 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 December 8, 1987. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton and Gard Noes: Council Members - Carter and Johannessen Absent: Council Members - Dahl This motion did not pass. Mr. Perry asked Council if they would like to refer this to the park fee consultant or have staff pursue a different approach. Mr. Perry conveyed that it could be referred back to the Planning Commission and Recreation and Parks Commission for further study. He pointed out that amendments to the ordinance regarding land dedication must be changed to comply with State law. Mr. Perry explained that staff asked a local appraiser what the land value for single-family and multiple-family property is. Staff made their recommendation for in-lieu fees on the basis of that information, but the market value of property is whatever one assigns it. Council Member Johannessen stated that he would like staff to come up with a more realistic fee for multiple-family housing and bring it back to Council. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (B-080-600-100) Vice Mayor Carter reported that Mayor Dahl appointed Eihnard Diaz Vice Chairman of the Community Development Advisory Committee. Vice Mayor Carter conveyed that Mayor Dahl has recommended appointments to the Community Development Advisory Committee as follows: Sue Kowalewski as Member-at-Large; Roberta McLaughlin from the Traffic and Parking Commission, and Peggy Parker from the Recreation and Parks Commission. 1/19/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Gard, to approve appointments to the Community Development Advisory Committee as follows: Sue Kowalewski as M ember-at-Large; Roberta McLaughlin from the Traffic and Parking Commission, and Peggy Parker from the Recreation and Parks Commission, for terms expiring June 1, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes COMMUNITY ACCESS CHANNEL BOARD APPOINTMENTS (B-080-120) Vice Mayor Carter reported that Mayor Dahl has recommended that David Rose and James Holdridge be appointed to the Community Access Channel Board. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to approve the appointment of David Rose and James Holdridge to the Redding Community Access Channel Board for terms expiring February 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Floodplain Ordinance Chapter 18.47 of the Municipal Code (L-010-050) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1835 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 Gard, that Ordinance No. 1835 be adopted, 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. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 1835 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Amending Section 18.78.030(B) of the Redding Municipal Code (pertaining to Notice of Public Hearing) (C-110-100) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1836 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. 1836 be adopted, 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. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 1836 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 1/19/88 RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE REDDING CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE (B-080-650-130) Vice Mayor Carter read the Resolution commending the Redding Centennial Committee for their contribution to the Centennial activities and the community. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to adopt Resolution No. 88-26, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding commending the Redding Centennial Committee. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-26 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. MUSEUM COMPLEX AT TURTLE BAY * (C-050-450 & C-050-450-030 & C-050-375) City Manager Christofferson reported that staff has been working on the concept of a Museum Complex at Turtle Bay. The Redding Museum and Art Center, the Carter House Science Museum and the Logging and Timber Products Museum have adopted resolutions of support for the concept and have formed the Alliance of Redding Museums. In addition to the museums already mentioned, a fourth museum that would feature North American Indian culture is being proposed. Mr. Christofferson noted that staff has contacted Senator Nielsen's office regarding the availability of Safeco funding. Mr. Dangermond, consultant to the City Museums, presented conceptual drawings of the proposed complex. He stated that the natural riparian habitat at Turtle Bay will not be intruded upon; the museums will act as a natural border. In response to Council Member Gard's question, Planning Director Perry stated that using this site for a museum complex could preclude the use of this location for a Sacramento River bridge crossing. Mr. Christofferson stated that once we get by the conceptual stage of the multiple museums, we will try to preserve the option for the river crossing. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that we should be concerned with how the existing road will handle the additional traffic. Mr. Dangermond stated that the cost of the museum complex will be finalized in an upcoming report. Council Member Gard stated that it is an exciting concept and reinforces our dedication to culture. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to support the museum complex concept at the Turtle Bay site; submit an application to Safeco for funding; refer the concept to the Recreation and Parks Commission for review in a recreational context; refer to the Planning Commission for review relative to General Plan conformity and land use considerations, and authorize Mr. Dangermond to develop the concept into a refined plan of action. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LAKE REDDING HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT - Professional Services Selection Procedures (E-120-070-425) Electric Director Lindley reported that staff and the Electric Utility Commission's Lake Redding Committee are working with FERC to determine the remaining project activities which must be completed in order to satisfy the project license requirements. 1/19/88 Mr. Lindley stated that it is the recommendation of staff that an amendment to the existing contract with EA Engineering be negotiated for a trout spawning, incubation, and rearing habitat and salmon rearing habitat study. Mr. Lindley noted that there is insufficient time to use the RFP process as the study must be conducted in April. EA Engineering has a preponderance of knowledge on this project, and their prices are competitive. It is also recommended that a contract be negotiated for consulting services for the preparation of a license application amendment to withdraw the proposed hatchery mitigation measures. Mr. Lindley explained that there is time for the RFP process, but EA Engineering possesses knowledge which would be useful for performing this activity. Mr. Lindley conveyed that EUC and staff recommend that the RFP procedure be used to obtain consulting services for the preparation of a Balancing Report Study which will identify direct or indirect social, economic, and environmental benefits and impacts caused by the Lake Redding Project. Mr. Lindley noted that staff will be meeting with U.S. Representative Herger to discuss project concerns. Council Member Gard noted that the committee has taken an excellent approach, and opined that we are getting close to receiving a license. Mr. Lindley stated that Council has not yet approved the salmon spawning and incubation habitat study; but this issue will be brought before Council soon. Council Member Fulton said he does not wish to spend any more money on this project, and he thought Council decided in concept not to put any more money into this project unless some assurance from FERC was received. He opined that this is far from over, it is still only the beginning. Mr. Lindley said we will soon be in a position with FERC to determine whether or not we will get the license. FERC has imposed very strict timelines, and we may be in a position to have the salmon spawning study approved as early as the next Council meeting. Mr. Lindley explained that if we do not make the commitment to the study; we miss the deadline, and the consequences are unknown. If the study is not carried out, we could be forced to wait until next year, and there is no guarantee we will get high water flows at that time. Vice Mayor Carter concurred that FERC is wearing us down psychologically. Council Member Gard stated that we may be getting to the point where we can cut back on some of these expensive projects. She opined that politics are changing, and to quit now would be stopping close to the finish line. Council Member Johannessen conveyed that he has been critical of the Lake Redding Project; but we must look realistically for energy sources. Nearly one million dollars has been spent on this project; and based on available information, there is light at the end of the tunnel. He noted that the results Resources Manager Coleman got from his trip to Washington D.C. lead us to believe that we are closer than we thought. Council Member Johannessen stated that we should continue and try to get the license. 1/19/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, authorizing staff to negotiate a contract amendment with EA Engineering for a trout spawning, incubation and rearing habitat, and salmon rearing habitat study; negotiate a contract with EA Engineering for the preparation of a license application amendment to withdraw the hatchery mitigation measure; and utilize the RFP procedure to obtain consulting services for the preparation of a Balancing Report Study. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - Fulton Absent: Council Members - Dahl Council Member Carter noted that this may only be the first chapter. Council Member Gard said that regardless of what happens with the hydro project license, that with all of the fishing studies, the City has made a valuable contribution to north state environment. RESOLUTION - Housing Authority Budget Amendment * (B-130-070 & H-150-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that as a result of growth in Housing Authority services, there is a need for additional operating funds and additional staff to assist in meeting caseload demand. HUD provides funds to administer the program based upon the the number of units under lease on the first day of each month. With additional staff assistance, it is expected that maximum leaseup will be maintained, and there will be adequate administrative fees earned to cover additional staff costs. In response to Vice Mayor Carter's inquiry, Mr. Perry said the permanence of the position will be contingent upon the availability of funds from HUD. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 88-27 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 31st Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $442,600 from grant funds for additional rental assistance and Housing Authority services and to establish an additional position of Housing Specialist I. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-27 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 1988 COMMUNITY ACCESS BUDGET (T-040-350-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the 1988 Community Access Budget. Mr. Perry advised Council that the Board of Directors of the Community Access Corporation will prepare next year's budget. In accordance with the terms of the Franchise Agreement with Viacom, the Redding City Council will continue to have budget approval responsibility. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, to approve the 1988 Community Access Budget. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1/19/88 Mr. Perry noted that the Tourist Channel will remain under Council's control, and the opportunity for paid advertisements will be there. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-16-87 - Airport Park, by City of Redding (S-l00-017) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 96.6 acres into 46 "Industrial/Commercial" parcels on City-owned land located on the west side of Airport Road, opposite the Redding Municipal Airport , described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-16-87. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was given a copy of the tentative map, the Planning Commission staff report, and the conditions of approval. This was an information item. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that funds generated by this project will go to the Airport. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS - Use of Funds for Community Service Activities (G-100-030-033) Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that HUD allows up to 15% of the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) funds to be used for community service activities. The City will be receiving approximately $400,000 in grant funds both in 1988 and 1989. Mr. Perry noted that Council may wish to provide some guidance to the Committee regarding the percentage of funds to be made available for community service activities. Staff recommends that Council suggest guidelines to the Committee within the 15% ceiling. Council Member Gard noted that Council had previously considered CDBG funding for Consumers Aid of Shasta and suggested that the Committee consider funding for CAOS. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, approving the use of CDBG funds for community service activities within the 15% ceiling; with the emphasis given to existing successful operations over new operations; that the funded activity be an activity that could be considered a recognized obligation of the City; that funded activities benefit as many people as possible, and consider funds for reestablishing CAOS. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes KUTRAS LAKE ACQUISITION (C-070-010-095) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the owners of Kutras Lake advised staff that they do not wish to sell Kutras Lake at this time. They did express the desire to see the Park Marina Plan carried forward; and at its conclusion, they will reevaluate the possibility. Mr. Perry explained that they would probably have to include the area in a redevelopment project in order for the City to proceed with implementation of the plan. Staff recommends that Council take no further action until the Park Marina Plan proceedings are completed, other than to refer the area to the Redevelopment Agency for review. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, to refer the Kutras Lake area to the Redding Redevelopment Agency for review. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1/19/88 ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-10-87, by City of Redding (Collyer Drive between Ridgewood Drive and Twin Tower Drive) (L-010-230) Planning and Community Development Director Perry noted that Council previously approved prezoning of approximately 46 acres located along Collyer Drive between Ridgewood Drive and Twin Tower Drive. Mr. Perry submitted an ordinance for Council's consideration. Council Member Fulton offered Ordinance No. 1837 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 (RZ-10-87). RESOLUTION - Client-Consultant Agreement for Design of Sacramento River Trail Pedestrian Bridge (P-050-460-700) Vice Mayor Carter noted that consulting engineer, Charles Redfield, responded positively to his concerns about bridge sway and expansion and contraction of the concrete and steel bridge from heat and cold. Public Works Director Arness stated that he is confident that the concrete and steel bridge will satisfactorily withstand heat and cold. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 88-28 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Client-Consultant Agreement for design of the Sacramento River Trail Pedestrian Bridge, at a cost not to exceed $31,300, and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary documentation in connection therewith. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-28 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. NONPROFIT OFFICE PARK (C-070-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that Mrs. McConnell designated $450,000 of her gift to the City for development of a nonprofit business park. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize staff to obtain engineering services to prepare plans and specifications to bid the pad, utility, and parking construction through the RFP process; obtain architectural services to design the first two buildings in the project; prepare implementing policy and lease documents for consideration, and prepare landscape plans. Mr. Perry noted that Jack Gallup, Executive Director of the United Way, has indicated that the United Way will designate a building committee. Council Member Johannessen expressed concern about City involvement in the development phase. He pointed out that there is a tremendous amount of office space available for rent. Funding improvements would be okay; but the nonprofit agencies should finance, build and maintain their own buildings. The City should not be a developer. 1/19/88 Council Member Fulton stated that he feels just the opposite; there is nothing wrong with the idea. The City should get involved; the project will be enhanced and become a reality. This is a step in the right direction. Council Member Gard noted that, except for the Red Cross, most requests are for City owned land. She pointed out that most organizations are willing to finance a building, but the cost of improvements--utilities, landscaping, roads, parking and irrigation--is the barrier. If we want an office park, the money should be used for improvements; and any remaining money should be put toward a building fund. Council Member Gard noted that criteria for group participation must be established. How long have they been in the community, who are they serving, and what their track record is. She explained that she is caught in between; there will be organizations without funds to build, and we will have to take it on a one on one basis. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to obtain engineering services to prepare plans and specifications, provide necessary improvements such as utilities, landscaping etc., develop CC&R's, develop criteria for participation in the nonprofit park, and then take each building as it comes up. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mr. Perry asked for clarification of whether or not this motion includes funds for the United Way building. Council Member Johannessen stated that it does not. In response to an inquiry by Council Member Gard, Mr. Perry stated that there are sufficient funds to complete one or two buildings. City Attorney Hays noted that Mr. Perry has asked to use the funds for architectural design services for the United Way building. He pointed out that Council used to provide revenue sharing funds; and since this is no longer possible, this is an alternative. Council Member Johannessen stated that he is withdrawing his second because he does not want to be involved with the City renting, leasing, or selling. As long as these type of facilities are available, the City should not be involved. Noting that there is some confusion about the nature of Mrs. McConnell's gift to the City, Council Member Gard requested clarification of the conditions of the gift and what it will cost to develop the nonprofit office park. Mr. Hays suggested that the issue be tabled for the present time and staff will present Council with a report clarifying the conditions of Mrs. McConnell's gift. Council Member Fulton stated that he would hate to see us jeopardize this. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen to table this issue until February 2, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1/19/88 RESOLUTION - Additional Staff for Police, Fire, and Medical Dispatch * (B-130-070 & P-100-060) Police Chief Whitmer reported that the Public Safety Communications Center has a need for additional Public Safety Dispatching staff. Due to a high attrition rate, a long training process, and a lack of qualified applicants, dispatchers are required to work excessive overtime. Chief Whitmer noted that two additional permanent dispatching positions would relieve the situation, allow proper time for a speedier training program, and improve morale. Chief Whitmer relayed that sufficient appropriations are available in the Overtime account to be transferred to the Salary account. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that one of the problems is that dispatchers are required to do a substantial amount of typing. He noted that we should be less concerned with typing ability as with dispatch ability and lower the typing requirement. Chief Whitmer conveyed that a proposal to lower the typing speed requirement from 45 wpm to 30 wpm has been submitted to the City Manager. It is hoped that a dispatcher's typing speed could be brought up to speed during the training period. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 88-29 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 32nd Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 establishing two new position of public safety dispatcher for the Police Services Division. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-29 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Fulton noted that Director of Police Services Division Primrose has done a good job. The safety dispatchers have become more productive. LITTER ABATEMENT PROGRAM * (A-030-040 & B-130-070 & P-100-050-100) General Services Director Masingale submitted the documents necessary to implement the litter abatement program. Mr. Masingale noted that there is some concern with trash cans being left in front of homes or left in such a way as to be visible from the street. Mr. Masingale concurred that this is an unfortunate situation; the ordinance addresses this issue, but it is a difficult provision to enforce. Jan Campbell, 3151 Aquamarine, stated that people used to place their trash cans in back of their homes. Since the automatic refuse system has been implemented, some people leave them in the front yard. Ms. Campbell said she is not against progress, but people should be required to place the cans in their backyards or out of sight. She pointed out that with further implementation of the automatic refuse system, they will be visible all over. Ordinance Council Member Gard offered Ordinance No. 1838 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of Chapter 9.28 and 9.32 of Title 9, Health and Safety, of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to Garbage and Rubbish, and Nuisances. 1/19/88 Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 88-30 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 33rd Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $25,000 for the Litter Abatement Program and establishing a new position of Litter Abatement Officer for the Waste Collection Division. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-30 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 88-31 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 88-12 by (1) deleting the existing Executive Management Pay-For-Performance Salary Plan as of Midnight, January 18, 1988; and (2) immediately thereafter establishing a new Executive Management Pay-For-Performance Salary Plan effective January 19, 1988. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 88-31 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-110-140) Asia Market (Quane and Vanh Khamsaly) 2751 Bechelli Lane JB's Place (Mary Ellen Wright) 3320 Railroad Avenue ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:38 p.m., Vice Mayor Carter declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: __________________________________ Vice Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ City Clerk