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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1988-02-16 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California February 16, 1988 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Planning and Community Development Director Perry. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council Members present: Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, 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, Engineering Manager Russell, Superintendent of Public Works Galusha, Fire Chief Bailey, Resources Manager Coleman, Police Captain Blankenship, Director of Finance Downing, Recreation and Parks Director Riley, Assistant City Attorney McNeill, Electric Utility Field Foreman Smith, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Housing Administrator Maurer, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Heuer, Risk Manager Kirkpatrick, Assistant Airports Director Lazar, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Sergeant Byard, Police Investigator Lebak, 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 January 27, 1988 Regular Meeting of February 2, 1988 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 15, check numbers 131644 through 131908 inclusive, in the amount of $766,820.32, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 16, check numbers 255602 through 256286 inclusive, in the amount of $600,000.48, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $105,719.92, for the period January 24, 1988 through February 6, 1988, be approved. TOTAL: $1,472,540.72 Treasurer's Report - January 31, 1988 (B-l30-l50) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $21,738,637.55 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $74,474,661.50 Resolution re 39th Budget Amendment and Resolution re Promotional Videos - Bid Schedule No. 1973 * (B-130-070 & B-050-100) It is recommended that a contract be awarded to Dudkowski-Lynch Associates, Inc. for promotional videos for the Convention and Visitors Bureau in the total amount of $39,640. This purchase exceeds the budget by $7,640. It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 88-55 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 39th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $7,700 to acquire promotional videos for the Tourist Center. 02/16/88 It is also recommended that Resolution No. 88-56 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of promotional videos for the City of Redding, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate documentation. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2004, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers - Electric Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2004, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers , be awarded to the low bidder, McGraw Edison, in the amount of $36,559.40. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2005, Playground Equipment - Recreation and Parks Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2005, Playground Equipment, be awarded to the sole bidder, Columbia Cascade Timber Company, in the amount of $9,757.86. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2006, Air Compressor System - Fire Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2006, Air Compressor System, be awarded to the low bidder, Bauer Compressor Systems, in the amount of $24,880.85. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2007, One (1) Sedan, Low Mileage - Electric Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2007, One (1) Sedan, Low Mileage, be awarded to the sole bidder, National Car Rental, in the amount of $11,978. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Resolution - Proposed Purchase of Turbidimeters and Related Equipment for the Public Works Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 88-57 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of turbidimeters and related equipment for the City of Redding, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate documentation. This is a single vendor item to be purchased from Hach Company in the amount of $7,213.07. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Resolution - Museum Director Recruitment * (B-130-070 & A-050-175) It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 88-58 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 37th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $10,000 for the recruitment of a Museum Director. 02/16/88 Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment GPA-4-87, by City of Redding (Interstate 5 area and north of Gold Hills) (G-030-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 1, 1988, to consider General Plan Amendment Application GPA-4-87, by City of Redding. Set Public Hearing - Planned Development Application PD-4-87, by Brian Burk (east of the ACID Canal and west of Athens Avenue) (L-010-210) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 1, 1988, to consider Planned Development Application PD-4-87. Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment Application, GPA-1-88, by Julia Arnold (2450 Old Alturas Road) (L-030-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 1, 1988, to consider General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-88. Resolution Setting Public Hearing - Abandonment Application A-14-87, by Gunner-Clermont, Inc. (3360 and 3400 Magnums Way) (A-010-040) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 15, 1988, to consider Abandonment Application A-14-87. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 88-59 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to vacate an open space easement located on properties at 3360 and 3400 Magnums Way (A-14-87). Resolution Setting Public Hearing - Abandonment Application A-13-87, by Cross Petroleum (5292 Caterpillar Road) (A-010-100) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 15, 1988, to consider Abandonment Application A-13-87. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 88-60 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to vacate a portion of a street right-of-way on the west side of the intersection of Caterpillar Road and Twin View Boulevard, adjacent to property located at 5292 Caterpillar Road (A-13-87). Citizen Participation Plan Amendment - Community Development Block Grant (G-100-030) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan be adopted to conform with HUD requirements. The changes were made in Section 8, Public Hearing and make the CDBG process more accessible for the participation of lower-income residents, particularly those persons having a language barrier or other handicap. Resolution - Redding Hotel Loan Extension and Subordination (G-100-080-075) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 88-61 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing assumption and subordination of the Redding Hotel Loan by Gary J. Rowe and Mary L. Rowe, dba First Market Street Investors. 02/16/88 Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Use Permit Application UP-121-86, by Allison Sanders (5558 Old Oregon Trail) (L-010-390) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 15, 1988, to consider the Appeal of Use Permit Application UP-121-86. Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-3-88, by G. N. Reddy (700 Sunriver Lane) (L-010-410) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 1, 1988, to consider the Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-3-88. 1987 Planning and Community Development Department Year End Report and 1988-89 Planning and Progress Guide (A-050-250) The Planning and Community Development Department submitted the 1987 Year End Report. Said report is utilized as a performance measure for the department and as a way of providing growth and planning activity data. The 1988-89 Planning and Progress Guide was also submitted and is provided to assist other City departments in their budget preparation. This was an information item only, and no action was required. Set Public Hearing - Official Plan Line for Lakeside Drive (between Ridge Drive and Woodlawn Street) (L-010-200) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., March 15, 1988, to consider the Official Plan Line for Lakeside Drive. Resolution - Property Acquisition and Design of the West Loop 115/12kV Line (E-090-160-800) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No. 88-62 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Engineering Agreement between the City of Redding and Power Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $361,194 for the property acquisition and design of the West Loop 115/12KV Line, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation. Funds are included in the 1985 Electric System Project Financing Program. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 88-63 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to sign project change orders to the Engineering Agreement between the City of Redding and Power Engineers, Inc. for the property acquisition and design of the West Loop 115/12KV Line, up to an aggregate not to exceed $36,000. Resolution - Redding Municipal Airport Maintenance * (B-130-070 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 88-64 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 35th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $25,000 for building maintenance and repair for the Redding Municipal Airport. The budget appropriation will restore funds to the Airport's general maintenance account. That account was depleted by repair expenses for a December 1987 electrical fire which destroyed underground primary cables, panels and the emergency power generator. 02/16/88 Resolution - Redding Municipal Airport Land Appraisal * (B-130-070 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 88-65 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 36th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $7500 for Land Appraisals at the Redding Municipal Airport for the following: 1. Rhyne property acquisition, 2. Shasta Enterprises and Sanders properties involved in negotiations, 3. Shasta Enterprises proposed expansion of Million Air, 4. Federal Express proposed air cargo operations area; and 5. B & B Car Rental Lease renewal. Resolution - 1988 Municipal Election (E-070-050) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 88-66 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding appointing Election Officers, fixing compensation for said Election Officers, designating polling places for each election precinct, and designating consolidation of election precincts for the General Municipal election to be held in the City of Redding on Tuesday, April 12, 1988. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements - Parkwood Estates, Unit 6 * (S-070-100 & S-100-583) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-67 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Minder Drive, all of Edgewood Court, and a portion of Edgewood Drive in the Parkwood Estates Subdivision, Unit 6. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Parkview Estates, Unit 6 Subdivision be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, DBL Inc. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements - Meadow Wood Estates Planned Development, Unit 3 * (S-070-100 & L-010-210-265) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-68 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Ely Lane and a portion of Pit Road in the Meadow Wood Estates Subdivision, Unit 3. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Meadow Wood Estates Planned Development, Unit 3, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, Meadow Wood Estates Partnership. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 1996, Construct Underground Utility Services at the Redding Museum and Art Center (B-050-020 & C-050-450) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 1996 (Job No. 9866), construction of underground utility services at the Redding Museum and Art Center, awarded to Robert J. Frank, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $9325. 02/16/88 Resolution Discontinuing Abatement Proceedings - 1135 Riviera Drive, owned by Marvin C. Graves (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-69 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 1135 Riviera Drive, owned by Marvin C. Graves. Resolution Discontinuing Abatement Proceedings - 4970 Westside Road #1-10, owned by Roy K. Martin (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-70 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 4970 Westside Road #1-10, owned by Roy K. Martin. Resolution Discontinuing Abatement Proceedings - 2770 Churn Creek Road, owned by Joe W.F. and May Quan (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-71 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 2770 Churn Creek Road, owned by Joe W.F. and May Quan. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 5830 Oasis Court, owned by Martha Brockschmidt (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-72 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on the property at 5830 Oasis Court, owned by Martha Brockschmidt. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 1779 Willis Street, owned by Terry M. Evans (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-73 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly debris on the property at 1779 Willis Street, owned by Terry Michael Evans. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 943 Twin View Blvd., owned by Ernest R. Meissner and Craig C. Kinsling (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-74 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on the property at 943 Twin View Blvd., owned by Ernest R. Meissner and Craig C. Kinsling. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 935 Twin View Blvd., owned by Ernest R. Meissner and Craig C. Kinsling (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-75 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on the property at 935 Twin View Blvd., owned by Ernest R. Meissner and Craig C. Kinsling. 02/16/88 Resolution Discontinuing Abatement - 1786 Kenyon Drive, owned by Ernest & Velma Babcock and Charles & Gayle Pasley (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-76 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 1786 Kenyon Drive, owned one-half by Ernest E. & Velma D. Babcock, and one-half by Charles W. & Gayle A. Pasley. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 88-55, 88-56, 88-57, 88-58, 88-59, 88-60, 88-61, 88-62, 88-63, 88-64, 88-65, 88-66, 88-67, 88-68, 88-69, 88-70, 88-71, 88-72, 88-73, 88-74, 88-75, and 88-76, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from R. F. Sass - re Electrical Power (E-120) A letter was received from R. F. Sass with a list of questions pertaining to the City's efforts to produce electrical power for use by the City. R. F. Sass asked that the questions be answered at a Council meeting in the near future. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Dahl referred the request to the Electric Department for response. Request for Parade - Coalition for Measure A - February 25, 1988 (P-010-050) A request was received from the Coalition for Measure A requesting permission to hold a parade on Park Marina Drive on Thursday, February 25, 1988 at 5:00 p.m. Council Member Gard questioned the safety of holding the parade at dusk during a peak traffic time. Chief Whitmer noted that safety should not be a problem, but suggested that the time of the parade be moved to either 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. to avoid traffic problems. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, approving the request to hold a parade Thursday, February 25, 1988 at 5:30 p.m. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Kip Lee - Street Maintenance on Kenyon Drive (S-070-200) A letter was received from Kip Lee requesting that Kenyon Drive be repaired and marked. City Clerk Nichols reported that Public Works Director Arness wrote a memo to Council addressing the concerns of Mr. Lee. 02/16/88 Kip Lee, 1797 Kenyon Drive, stated that Kenyon Drive is in need of street marking and repair. He requested that the maintenance work be done this year. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Dahl referred this matter to staff. PUBLIC HEARING - re Proposed Amendment of Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code re Off-Street Parking (P-030-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re Amendments to Redding Municipal Code re Off-Street Parking. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated February 10, 1988 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission recommended amendments to the Off-Street Parking Ordinance. Mr. Perry stated that the proposed amendments refine certain provisions of the Code that were identified as inadequate or in need of clarification. These areas include required parking for various uses, driveway widths, and curb-cut locations. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Council make the following findings re the Amendment to Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to off-street parking and loading regulations: 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 January 26, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Gard offered Ordinance No. 1844 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of Chapter 18.62 of Title 18, Zoning, of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to off-street parking and loading regulations. RESOLUTION - Proclaiming Arbor Week on March 7-14, 1988 (A-050-220-075) A letter was received from the National Arbor Day Foundation naming Redding 1987 Tree City USA. 02/16/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen that Resolution No. 88-77 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring March 14, 1988, as Community Tree Planting Day, otherwise known as Arbor Day; and March 7 through March 14, 1988, as Arbor Week. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-77 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Gard noted that Recreation and Parks Director Riley had a great idea when he created the community's tree planting program. ORDINANCE NO. 1839 - Secondhand Vendors (C-110-100) City Attorney Hays stated that Ordinance No. 1839 is on tonight's agenda for second reading, but some concern was expressed regarding the definition of jewelry and items traded in as the basis for the purchase of, or exchange for, other items. Mr. Hays offered amendments to the proposed Secondhand Vendors ordinance as follows: 1. The definition of jewelry be narrowed to include that which contains precious metals or precious gems as defined in Webster's New International Dictionary, current edition; and 2. Trade-ins for used merchandise, in addition to new merchandise, will be exempt from the reporting provision; and 3. A one-year sunset provision will be included and statistical data will be made available to see if the ordinance is effective. Council Member Gard stated that she has received many phone calls and letters of support for the proposed ordinance. Mayor Dahl conveyed that he has also received many calls supporting the ordinance. He added that Council has heard the pros and cons on this issue and will decide on what is best for the community. Council Member Carter stated that he has received many calls opposed to the ordinance. He described the ordinance as intrusive and an attack on the free market and civil rights. Council Member Carter further stated that he approves of the above-stated amendments, but does not like the ordinance. It gives too much latitude and is vague. Council Member Johannessen noted that although the ordinance got off on the wrong track, many questions have been answered and the ordinance has been clarified. Richard Bates, 1300 West Street, stated that he is an attorney representing a group of local merchants. Mr. Bates opined that the proposed amendments are trying to fill a gap in an ordinance that is not even being enforced. He pointed out that the Police Department would have done better if they were successfully enforcing current law and then approached Council with amendments addressing the 20% clause. L.D. Friar, 1760 Barbara Road, stated that the ordinance will affect many more than the 50 projected businesses, and it will also affect contractors who remodel buildings and sell large appliances. 02/16/88 City Attorney Hays clarified that the ordinance applies only to businesses located in the City. A business must only report items on those days when it takes in secondhand merchandise and appliances like washers and dryers are excluded. Chuck Zinc, 800 August Way, stated that the current draft of the ordinance has improved 80% over the original draft. He thanked Council Members Johannessen and Carter for their cooperation. Mr. Zinc stated that he approves of the ordinance. Council Member Fulton stated that he has received calls both pro and con for the ordinance. He noted that the ambiguity of the ordinance was bothering a lot of people, and clarity has been coming in piecemeal. Mayor Dahl stated that this will not be a burden on the business community; it will present a slight burden on approximately 50 businesses. It is necessary to help residents, as well as businesses, who are the victims of theft. Mayor Dahl said the ordinance will not take away personal freedoms. Council Member Gard noted that the innocent victims are those businesses that buy stolen goods, and this ordinance should help them. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, approving amendments to the ordinance as follows: 1. Jewelry is defined as that which contains precious metals or precious gems as defined in Webster's New InternationalDictionary, current edition; and 2. Trade-ins for used merchandise will be excluded from the reporting provision; and 3. The ordinance will contain a one-year sunset provision and statistical data will be gathered to see if the ordinance iseffective; and the ordinance will be brought back for thesecond reading at the next meeting. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-5-87, by City of Redding (Adjacent to Airport Road, between Rancho Road and Lassen View Lane) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1840 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Ordinance No. 1840 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-5-87). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1840 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-17-87, by City of Redding (East of Aero Street and north of Fig Tree Lane) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1841 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 02/16/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Ordinance No. 1841 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-17-87). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1841 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Amendment of Chapter 17.42 of the Redding Municipal Code Pertaining to Park and Recreation Land Dedication and In-Lieu Fees) (L-010-100) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1842 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. 1842 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 17.42 of Title 17, Subdivisions, of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to Park and Recreational Land Dedications and In-Lieu Fees. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1842 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Amending Chapter 2.50 of Title 2 of the Redding Municipal Code Pertaining to the Time of Tourism and Convention Commission Meetings. (B-080-540) MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1843 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. 1843 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 2.50.070 of Chapter 2.50 of Title 2, Administration and Personnel, of the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to the time of Tourism and Convention Commission meetings. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1843 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION OPPOSING SB34 - Delta Levee Compromise Bill (L-040-300) Mayor Dahl conveyed that Senator Jim Nielsen has asked Council to send a resolution opposing Senate Bill SB34, the Delta Levee Compromise Bill, to state legislators. 02/16/88 Council Member Gard questioned if the Bill has made any provision for Northern California. She does not see any argument for opposing the bill other than that it could eventually lead to a Peripheral Canal. Council Member Gard suggested we support the Bill and ask for amendments. She asked for additional information before opposing the Bill. Council Member Johannessen said that Southern California is experiencing building moratoriums as a result of not having water. One argument heard in support of sending water south is to avoid more people moving north. Council Member Carter conveyed that there are some misconceptions about the use of water in the south; commercial agriculture water use totals 80%, and residential water use totals 20%. He added that pressure for Northern California water comes from the big water users. Council Member Gard said she supported the Peripheral Canal because it included provisions for Northern California. She pointed out that the levees need to be repaired, and the question is should it be with public or private funds. The way California uses water should be changed, and Redding needs to be involved in the water issue and formulate some policy. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that Senator Nielsen is only requesting that the Bill be delayed so Northern California can provide input and our needs can also be met. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Resolution No. 88-78 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding in opposition to Senate Bill 34, the Delta Levee Compromise Bill. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-78 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Fulton noted that time is of the essence and the issue must be addressed immediately. He requested that additional information be supplied to Council. COUNCIL RETREAT (A-050-060) City Manager Christofferson advised Council that the Shasta House was available on February 20 or February 27 for the next Council retreat. Council concurred that neither of these dates were convenient and asked if arrangements could be made for March 5, 1988. Mr. Christofferson stated that he will see if the Shasta House is available on that date. RECRUITMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR (A-050-300) Noting that Public Works Director Arness has announced his intention to retire, City Manager Christofferson conveyed that staff should endeavor to conduct the search for a new director with the possible backup position that an executive search firm be utilized, if they are unsuccessful in attracting a satisfactory field of candidates. Mr. Christofferson also proposed that reorganization of the department be evaluated after the selection is made. 02/16/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Gard, approving the City Manager's recommendation for staff to conduct a comprehensive search, based on an open examination, for the position of Public Works Director; and evaluate reorganizational possibilities after the selection is made. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - In-Lieu Park Fees (L-010-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the Fee Schedule for In-Lieu Park Fees for Council's consideration. Mr. Perry noted that, if adopted, the draft resolution setting fees would become effective on the effective date of Ordinance No. 1842, the City Park Dedication Ordinance. Council Member Johannessen stated that he is concerned with the high fee for multiple-family housing. Council Member Carter agreed and noted that the cost of housing is already too high and rising. He pointed out that a new sewer fee is also being proposed. Council Member Fulton stated that the new fee schedule takes a realistic approach; and if the fees are not revised, the City will not have funds for parkland and projects such as the Sports Complex. Council Member Gard conveyed that there is no other way to pay for services. She pointed out that passage of Proposition 13 and the Gann Initiative meant that the cost of services would no longer be shared; costs are loaded onto the new home owner. Council Member Gard added that although the fee is greater for multiple-family homes, they have a greater need for parkland and open space. Mayor Dahl emphasized that Redding's median housing cost is significantly lower than other areas. Housing is still affordable and new subdivisions are being built. He stated that parks are an amenity of life, and must be maintained. The quickest way to create a no-growth situation is to stop services. Mayor Dahl pointed out that the $100 fee increase for a duplex amortized over a period of 30 years only amounts to $3.33 a year. Council Member Johannessen stated that he is not concerned with comparisons to Los Angeles; he is concerned with doing everything possible to make housing affordable for those that cannot afford to buy and are living in apartments. Council Member Gard said this is a classic reason why housing rehabilitation is important. Community Development Block Grants for housing rehabilitation help maintain the supply of low income housing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Gard, that Resolution No. 88-79 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing a schedule of fees to be paid in lieu of park and recreational land dedications. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, and Dahl Noes: Council Members - Carter and Johannessen Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-79 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 02/16/88 TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-23-87 - The Overlook, by Richard Downs (S-l00-740) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 15 acres into 11 single-family lots, 8 duplex lots, and one 20-unit multiple-family residential lot, located generally south of Hilltop Drive and west of Palisades Avenue in North Redding, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-23-87, The Overlook. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. Council Member Carter asked why a public easement along the top of the bank was not required. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that staff felt that liability was too great. Council Member Carter said he does not see any consistency; why require a public easement on the west side of the river and not on the other side. He stated that the east bank does not present any more liability than that of the west bank. Mayor Dahl asked Council Member Carter if he thought an easement should be required. Council Member Carter replied no, but we need to be consistent. Mr. Perry pointed out that the height of the bank was a concern. Other than open space easements to prevent erosion of the bluffs, easements have not been required east of the Bella Vista Water Station. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-22-87 - Hidden Hills, by A.L. Renaldo (S-l00-273) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 52 acres into 120 single-family lots and 15 duplex lots, generally located northwest of the Quail Ridge Subdivision at the north terminus of Canby Road and south of Boulder Creek, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-22-87, Hidden Hills. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-24-87 - Western Oaks - Units 2-4, by Ron Mygrant (S-l00-783) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 56 acres into 112 single-family lots, generally located east of Alta Mesa Drive and south of Nebula Street, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-24-87, Western Oaks. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. RESOLUTION - Abandonment Application A-11-87, by City of Redding (Marlene Avenue) (A-010-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of Abandonment Application A-11-87. The applicant is requesting the abandonment of a portion of unimproved Marlene Avenue and a 20-foot-wide strip of land running south from the east Terminus of Marlene Avenue. It is the recommendation of staff that the land be declared surplus; thus allowing the right-of-way to be sold or exchanged. 02/16/88 MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Council make the following findings re A-11-87: 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 November 25, 1987. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 88-80 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring as surplus property the unimproved street right-of-way known as Appian Way and Marlene Avenue adjacent to the north and east property lines of the property known as 2475 Marlene Way (A-11-87). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-80 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. NONPROFIT OFFICE PARK SITE LAYOUT (C-070-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted, for Council's consideration, two site plans for the nonprofit park. Mr. Perry stated that both the Planning Commission and the Recreation and Parks Commission have recommended Plan B. Staff concurs with the recommendation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, approving Site Plan B for the nonprofit office park on Benton Drive. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REDDING RIVERFRONT PLAN - Environmental Impact Report Consultant Selection (C-070-010-095) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that three proposals were submitted for the preparation of the Redding Riverfront Plan EIR. It is the recommendation of staff that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, Sharrah-Dunlap and Associates, for a fee not to exceed $17,560. Mr. Perry noted that additional environmental documents will have to be prepared for some specific development proposals in the Riverfront Plan area. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Gard, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Sharrah-Dunlap and Associates for a fee not to exceed $17,560. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association Publicity (B-130-030-700) Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) China Kitchen (Choi Ming and Magdalen Virginia Wu) 6512 Westside Road #A Raleys (Raleys) 110 Hartnell Avenue ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 8:15 p.m., Mayor Dahl declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk 02/16/88