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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1988-04-19 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers City of Redding April 19, 1988 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Clerk Nichols. The Invocation was offered by Pastor Reinhold Tilstra of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council Members present: Carter, Fulton, Gard, and Johannessen. 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 Blankenship, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Recreation and Parks Director Riley, Assistant City Attorney McNeill, Assistant City Engineer Lang, General Services Director Masingale, Police Lieutenant Alvord, Associate Civil Engineer Aasen, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Senior Planner Keaney, Personnel Services Director Bristow, Information Systems Director Kelley, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Heuer, Assistant Director of General Services Kohn, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Museum Director Bond, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer, Litter Abatement Officer Roach, Central Records Coordinator Morgan, Transportation Analyst Anderson, Secretary Stenographer Irvin-Pizzi, City Treasurer Linville, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Fulton approving the Minutes of the Adjourned Meeting of March 16, 1988, the Special Meeting of March 24, 1988, and the Regular Meeting of April 5, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LITTER ABATEMENT & CLEAN-A-THON (A-030-040) Assistant Director of General Services Kohn stated that on Saturday, April 30, 1988, there will be a Clean-A-Thon to culminate a week of City-wide spring cleaning activities. Mr. Kohn noted that Redding businesses and local high school booster clubs will be working with the City to clean up four areas targeted as serious street-side litter problems. They are encouraging all citizens to participate. Litter Abatement Officer Roach presented Council with special t-shirts made expressly for the event. EMPLOYEE REFERENCE GUIDE (P-100-270) Central Records Coordinator Morgan and Transportation Analyst Anderson presented the Employee Reference Guide and explained that the purpose of the Guide was to not only improve communications between departments, but with the public, too. Ms. Anderson thanked staff and Diane Cave, Shasta College instructor, for their support. RESOLUTION - Certifying Canvass of Ballots - Redding Municipal Election April 12, 1988 (E-070-050) City Clerk Nichols reported that after the canvass of ballots, the election results are as follows: for the office of City Council, Nancy Buffum with total votes of 4,474, and Lee D. Fulton, M.D. with total votes of 4,434; and for the office of City Treasurer, Peggy R. Linville with total votes of 3,909. MOTION: Made by Council Member Gard, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Resolution No. 88-146 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held in the City of Redding on April 12, 1988. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Fulton, Gard, Johannessen and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-146 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Dahl presented flowers and a plaque to Ms. Gard in honor of her service to the community. Council Member Johannessen presented an "apple" to Ms. Gard, and relayed that she has been an excellent teacher. Ms. Gard noted that the community gave her the job of making the hard, as well as the easy, decisions. Ms. Gard expressed her appreciation. OATHS OF OFFICE * (A-050-060 & A-050-100) City Clerk Nichols administered the Oath of Office to Incumbent Council Member Fulton, newly elected Council Member Buffum, and Incumbent City Treasurer Linville. RECESS At the hour of 7:21 p.m., Mayor Dahl declared a recess. At the hour of 7:30 p.m., Mayor Dahl reconvened the meeting. REORGANIZATION OF CITY COUNCIL - Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor (A-050-060) Noting that Council previously decided to administer one-year terms for the office of Mayor, Mayor Dahl opened the floor to nominations. Council Member Carter noted that he would not be available to take on the extra responsibilities required of the Mayor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Fulton, nominating Council Member Johannessen to the position of Mayor. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Mayor Johannessen, nominating Council Member Carter to the position of Vice Mayor. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Commending Barbara Gard (A-050-060) MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-147 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding commending Barbara Allen Gard for her service to the City of Redding. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-147 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PRESENTATION OF CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE CHECK (B-130-070) Barbara Gard, Chair of the Centennial Committee, and Committee members City Clerk Nichols, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Heuer, Museum Director Bond, Secretary Stenographer Irvin-Pizzi, and Assistant Coordinator Chesnut, presented a check in the amount of $5,012.30 to the City of Redding. Ms. Gard noted that the community paid for its own celebration and asked that these remaining funds be placed in a special events fund. Ms. Gard thanked City staff and the community for their support during the Centennial celebrations. PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL MEMBER BUFFUM (A-050-060 & B-080-300) Council Member Buffum received a plaque from the City Council in appreciation for her service on the Planning Commission. Planning and Community Development Director Perry noted that Council Member Buffum served on the Commission for six years. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 19, check numbers 133285 through 133604 inclusive, in the amount of $946,376.38, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 20, check numbers 258171 through 258810 inclusive, in the amount of $611,267.05, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $101,074.27, for the period March 20, 1988 through April 02, 1988, be approved. TOTAL: $1,658,717.70 Treasurer's Report - March 31, 1988 (B-l30-l50) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $24,230,676.28 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $77,718,659.92 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2020, 54,000 lb. GVW Chassis Flatbed Truck w/180,000 ft./lb. Articulated Crane - Electric Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2020, 54,000 lb. GVW Chassis Flatbed Truck w/180,000 ft./lb. Articulated Crane, be awarded to the second lowest responsive bidder, Pac Power, in the amount of $101,972. The various other bids were rejected because they did not meet the specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2021, Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers - Electric Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2021, Single Phase Pole Type Distribution Transformers, be awarded to the low evaluated bidder, General Electric Supply Company, in the amount of $33,998.12. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2024, Emission Analyzer - General Services (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2024, Emission Analyzer, be awarded to the low bidder, Sun Electric Corporation, in the amount of $6,595.96. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2028, Computer System - Airports (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2028, Computer System, be awarded to the low bidder, IBM Corporation, in the amount of $6,215.84. Funding is available in the 1987/88 budget from State grant monies from the State of California, Division of Aeronautics for this purchase. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2032, Recreation Uniforms - Recreation and Parks Dept. (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Bid Schedule No. 2032, Recreation Uniforms, be awarded to the second low bidder, Shasta Silly Shirt and Silkscreen, in the amount of $12,106.68. The low bid did not comply with the legal requirements of the bid specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1987/88 budget. Correction to Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2009, Microfilm Equipment - Central Records (B-050-100) Bid Schedule No. 2009, Microfilm Equipment, was awarded on April 5, 1988. The staff report contained errors in the tabulation of the bid. It is recommended that Council approve the corrected dollar figures for item numbers 1 and 2, awarded to the low bidder, 3M Company, for the five year lease/purchase with five year maintenance, in the total amount of $134,938.35, with five annual payments of $26,987.67. The year's expenditure for the subject equipment should be corrected to read $27,879.83. Fair Housing - Request for Proposals (G-100-030-032) It is the recommendation of staff to circulate an RFP to local non-profit groups inviting them to submit proposals for running fair housing activities. Consumers Aid of Shasta, Inc. provided these services until their closure on October 31, 1987, and there is currently a balance of $2,200 designated for such activities. The Agreement will cover funds and services for the current year only. Funds have been included by the Community Development Advisory Committee for this purpose in the proposed CDBG program for 1988-89 and 1989-90. Future Agreements for services will be determined on a year-by-year basis, depending on CDBG funding and the performance level of the service provider. United Way Office Building - Architectural Services (C-070-100) It is recommended that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for architectural services with Ronald Beyer, for preparation of plans and specifications for a 2,600-square-foot building to house United Way in the proposed nonprofit park, at a cost not to exceed $10,400. Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-20-87, by Wisconsin-California Forest Products (7891, 7893, and 8013 Eastside Road) (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 P.M., May 3, 1988, to consider Rezoning Application RZ-20-87. Workers' Compensation/Disability Retirement Study (R-100-950 & L-040-150) It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager and Personnel Director that the City of Redding participate with 45 other cities in a study for the purpose of developing a data base of claims information and administrative practices pertaining to workers' compensation and disability retirement. The study will be funded by participating cities and the League of California Cities. The fee, based on our population, will be $5000. The study will provide materials necessary to put together a workers' compensation reform package for the Legislature. Resolution - Third Party Administrator for Health and Dental Insurance (P-100-150-030) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 88-148 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement to administer Health Care Plan and Amendments 1 through 4 between the City of Redding and Concept Administrators Inc. as third-party administrator of the City of Redding Group medical and dental insurance claims, effective June 1, 1988, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation. Resolutions - Public Service and Productivity Award Program (P-100-200) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 88-149 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding granting paid time off to temporary and part-time employees of the City of Redding not eligible for paid vacation leave who are selected to receive an award under the City's Public Service and Productivity Award Program. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 88-150 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding (1) rescinding Resolution No. 88-21 effective midnight April 16, 1988; and (2) establishing a new personnel policy for unrepresented employees not covered by a Memorandum of Understanding effective April 17, 1988. Resolution - Purchase and Equip a Crime Prevention Van * (B-130-070 & P-150-150) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 88-151 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 57th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 transferring $17,770 between accounts of the Police Department Community Crime Prevention activity for the purchase of a van. Surplus funds are available for the purchase of a Crime Prevention Van because of unavoidable delays in hiring authorized grant personnel. Resolution - Non-Budgeted Secretary-Steno Administrative Unit * (B-130-070 & P-100-060 & A-050-270) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 88-152 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 58th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $5000 from the General Fund unappropriated fund balance for an additional position of Secretary Stenographer and establishing one new position of Secretary Stenographer in the Police Administration Division. Resolution - Evergreen Building Improvement * (B-130-070 & B-050-020 & C-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 88-153 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 56th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 appropriating $5500 for the construction of an external staircase at the Evergreen Building situated at the Municipal Airport (Bid Schedule No. 2030). A staircase for the Evergreen Building will be constructed to comply with the State Fire Code at a cost of $13,680, and an additional $5500, above the amount budgeted in the fiscal year for improvements, is necessary. Resolution - Purchase of a Tire Changing Machine - General Services * (B-130-070 & A-050-150-150) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 88-154 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 55th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 87-214 transferring $2000 between accounts of the Equipment Maintenance and Replacement Department for the purchase of a tire changing machine. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2022, Construction of Pedestrian Walkway - Churn Creek Road to Canby Road * (B-050-020 & R-030-050-310)) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2022 (Job No. 9514), construction of pedestrian walkway, be awarded to the low bidder, Ron Hale Construction, in the amount of $25,880. This project is funded by the Redding Redevelopment Agency. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2030, Construct Concrete Stairs at the Evergreen Building - Redding Municipal Airport * (B-050-020 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2030 (Job No. 9870), be awarded to the low bidder, Steven M. Silver Co., in the amount of $13,680. A supplemental appropriation of $5500 to supplement the $8600 remaining in the budget has been approved. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements - St. Thomas Heights Subdivision * (S-070-230 & S-100-708) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-155 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Dominica Court, St. Thomas Parkway, and Martinique Circle in the St. Thomas Heights Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in St. Thomas Heights Subdivision, developed by Knighten Construction, Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements - Gold Hills, Unit 2 * (S-070-230 & S-100-237) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-156 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Hope Lane, Carmel Drive, and Crosby Lane in the Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit No. 2. It is also recommended that the improvements in Gold Hills, Unit 2, developed by Colburn R. & Valdene Thomason, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution - Amendment to Agreement with Caltrans (Construction of a Median Barrier on Bechelli Lane north of Bonnyview Road) (G-100-070 & S-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-157 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Supplement No. 19 to the Local Agency-State Agreement for Federal-Aid Projects No. 02-5068, for the construction of a median barrier and installation of signs and lighting on Bechelli Lane from South Bonnyview Road to 800 feet north of South Bonnyview Road, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation. The project is funded under the Federal Hazard Elimination Safety Program (HES) and is estimated to cost $37,000; 90% will be funded under the HES Program and the City will fund 10%. Staff has requested $4000 in fiscal year 1988-89 to cover the City's share of cost. Resolution - Amendment to Agreement with Caltrans (Channelization, Widening and Construction of Two-Way Left Turn Lane on Airport Road) (G-100-070 & S-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-158 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Supplement No. 21 to the Local Agency-State Agreement for Federal-Aid Projects No. 02-5068, for the channelization, widening, and construction of a two-way left turn lane on Airport Road between Hole-In-One Drive and 500 feet northerly of Fig Tree Lane, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation. The project is funded under the Federal Hazard Elimination Safety Program (HES Program) and is estimated to cost $60,000. The project is funded 90% under the HES Program and the City will fund 10%. Staff has requested $6000 in fiscal year 1988-89 to cover the City's share of cost. Acceptance of Final Map - Candlewood Estates, Unit 1 (north of SR 44 and west of Shasta View Drive) (S-100-067-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for the Candlewood Estates, Unit 1 Subdivision, (developed by Robert/Victoria Milton and Brian/Sandra Burk, individuals) be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Security has been submitted to cover the improvement in both this subdivision and Shasta View Manor subdivision. Acceptance of Final Map - Shasta View Manor (north of SR 44 and east of Shasta View Drive) (S-100-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Shasta View Manor (developed by Brian/Sandra Burk, individuals) be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. The City will pay the invoice price difference between the water line size needed to serve the development and the size recommended in the Master Water Plan, plus 15%. The approximate amount is $15,200, and funds are available in the Minor Improvement Account. It is recommended that Council authorize payment of oversizing the water line, upon completion of the work. Resolution - Summarily Vacate a Portion of Shasta View Drive (A-010-100 & S-100-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 88-159 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to summarily vacate a portion of Shasta View Drive street right-of-way. This right-of-way is no longer necessary for street right-of-way purposes subsequent to the new dedication of an alignment in the Shasta View Manor Subdivision. Resolution - Permit Agreement with Redding Raceway for "Dragstrip" at Redding Municipal Airport (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-160 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Permit Agreement between the City of Redding and Rodney D. Thomas and Marilyn K. Thomas, doing business as Redding Raceway, dated March 1, 1988, for activities at Redding Municipal Airport, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The renewal of the Permit Agreement is for the period March 1, 1988, through February 28, 1989. Resolution - Agreement with Rhyne Family Trust for Future Sewer Assessment District (L-010-390) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-161 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement dated April 7, 1988, between the City of Redding and William F. Rhyne and Margaret Rhyne as trustees of the Rhyne Family Revocable Living Trust, pursuant to the Conditions of Approval of Use Permit 72-85, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The Agreement provides that the developers will participate in a sewer assessment district, if and when one is formed. Resolution - 40th Annual Rodeo Week * (P-010-100 & P-030-250) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-162 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding pertaining to the Redding Rodeo Association's and Asphalt Cowboys' 40th Annual Rodeo Week celebrations, to be held May 14 through May 21, 1988. The resolution provides for the prohibition of vehicular parking and traffic at stated times during Rodeo Week. Resolution of Intention - Abatement Proceedings at 1825 Grandview Avenue, owned by Theresa K. Knox (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 88-163 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1825 Grandview Avenue, owned by Theresa K. Knox, a single woman. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 88-146, 88-147, 88-148, 88-149, 88-150, 88-151, 88-152, 88-153, 88-154, 88-155, 88-156, 88-157, 88-158, 88-159, 88-160, 88-161, 88-162, and 88-163, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - LUCKY LANE SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1988-1 (A-170-100-345) Associate Civil Engineer Hastings submitted the following documents for filing and adoption. Petition Certificate of Petition Resolution Accepting Petition MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-164 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting Petition in the Lucky Lane Sewer Assessment District No. 1988-1. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-164 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Boundary Map Resolution Approving Boundary Map MOTION: Made by Council Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-165 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Boundary Map in the Lucky Lane Sewer Assessment District No. 1988-1. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-165 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution Approving Agreement with Sturgis, Ness, Brunsell & Sperry as Special Bond Counsel MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-166 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement for legal services with Sturgis, Ness, Brunsell, & Sperry in the Lucky Lane Sewer Assessment District No. 1988-1. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-166 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution of Intention MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-167 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the intention to order improvement in the Lucky Lane Sewer Assessment District No. 1988-1. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-167 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal of General Plan Determination for Use Permit Application UP-12-88, by Redding Riverfront Developers (2400 Park Marina Drive) (L-010-390) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Johannessen opened the public hearing re the Appeal of General Plan Determination for Use Permit Application UP-12-88. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated April 13, 1988 City Clerk Nichols stated that the applicants, Jack Dollard and Bob Spaid, have requested that the public hearing be continued to May 17, 1988. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the public hearing pertaining to the Appeal of General Plan Determination for Use Permit Application UP-12-88 be continued to May 17, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Community Development Block Grant Program (G-100-030-033) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Johannessen opened the public hearing re the Community Development Block Grant Program. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Community Development Advisory Committee recommendation dated April 12, 1988 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Community Development Advisory Committee concluded the process of developing a two-year Community Development Program. The recommendations of the Committee were submitted to Council for consideration and adoption. Mr. Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated April 12, 1988, which is incorporated by reference herein. He pointed out that the Committee requested that specific conditions be placed on the following programs: Calaboose Creek, Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund, Land Use Element and Magnolia Park. Noting that Housing and Community Development legislation may impact the amount of available funds to the City, Mayor Johannessen questioned how this will affect the current program. Mr. Perry stated that if the legislature reduces CDBG funds and doesn't fully fund the Housing Authority Section 8 Administrative Fee, the Committee may have to reallocate funds. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unani mous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, approving the Proposed Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for 1988-89 and 1989-90, the Displacement Plan and the Community Development Plan. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 88-168 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to file a final statement of Community Development objectives and projected use of funds for $403,000 with the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-168 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Dahl noted that the concept of a revolving loan fund has exciting possibilities and reflects the Council's interest in the enhancement of economic opportunities. ORDINANCE - Planned Development PD-1-88, by Airpark Plaza Partners (2111 Airpark Drive) (L-010-210-010) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1846 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Ordinance No. 1846 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 (PD-1-88). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1846 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE re Rezoning Application RZ-1-88, by City of Redding (south and west of Akrich Street, east of Twin View Blvd., and north of Oasis Road) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1847 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Ordinance No. 1847 be adopted, a 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-1-88). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1847 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Class C Fire Retardant Roofing - Redding Municipal Code, Chapter 16.08 (C-110-100 & P-150-070) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1848 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 Carter, that Ordinance No. 1848 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 16.08 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to the Building Code. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1848 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-21-86, by Creative Living, (Lancer Hill Subdivision) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1849 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Ordinance No. 1849 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-1-86). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1849 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Teamster Memorandum of Understanding (P-100-050-150) City Manager Christofferson reported that the Teamsters City employees voted to accept the last City proposal. It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the Memorandum of Understanding be approved. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Resolution No. 88-169 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Redding and the General Teamsters, Local Union 137, effective April 17, 1988. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-169 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-1-88 - Western Ranches Subdivision, Unit 9, by Charles Hoisington (S-l00-785) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 5.84 acres into 11-lot single family subdivision, located at the north end of Alta Camino Drive, east of Alta Mesa Drive and west of Saratoga Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-1-88. A map of the area was shown on the View Graph and a copy of the map and conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-3-88 - Quail Ridge, Unit II-B, by Urban Environments (S-l00-607) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 7.7 acres into 27 single-family residential lots, located at the north end of Springer Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-3-88. A map of the area was shown on the View Graph and a map and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-4-88 - Starlight Subdivision, by Western General Engineering (S-l00-705) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission for a 29-lot single-family subdivision, located at the east end of Starlight Boulevard, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-4-88. A map of the area was shown on the View Graph and a map and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-5-88 - Gold Hills, Units 2A, 3, and 4, by Rob Middleton (S-l00-237) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 32 acres into 83 single-family lots, located adjacent to the fairways of the Gold Hills Golf Course, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-5-88. A map of the area was shown on the View Graph and a copy of the map and the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LEGISLATION (L-040-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Senate Budget Committee passed a resolution reducing the entire community development function by 6%. The result would be a reduction in next year's CDBG and Rental Rehabilitation Grants. Mr. Perry also reported that the Fiscal Year 1988 HUD appropriation passed by Congress does not fully fund the Section 8 Administrative Fee which will result in a loss of administrative fees earned for fiscal year 1988-89 in the amount of approximately $36,505. It is the recommendation of staff that Council support the current level of community development funding and oppose any reductions; and request that Congress approve a supplemental appropriation increasing the Housing Authority administrative fees to 8.2%. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, to send a letter to the appropriate legislators to support maintaining the freeze level on community development funding and oppose any reductions; and support the supplemental appropriation which would implement the increase in Housing Authority administrative fees to 8.2%, and authorize the Mayor to sign. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TRANSIENT AUTO SALE/ABANDONED VEHICLES * (A-010-140 & L-010-500-900) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council referred a letter from Ellen Marie Blissenbach to Planning staff regarding the selling of automobiles on public and private property throughout the City and requesting that the City pass an ordinance to prohibit this action. Mr. Perry reviewed the present policies pertaining to abandoned vehicles and the selling of automobiles. He noted that the City does not have a Code Enforcement officer, and Planning and Building staff currently handle between 40 to 60 reported violations each month. Mr. Perry noted that while it would be nice to do more, it is not cost effective at this time to establish a formal Code enforcement and citation program. It is the recommendation of staff that the present level of enforcement be maintained. Council Member Dahl agreed that these vehicles are an eyesore; but noted that, at this time, a formal Code enforcement and citation program is not feasible from a cost and enforcement perspective. Council Member Fulton stated that the City should show evidence of being more agressive in their pursuit of property owners who violate the ordinance. Mayor Johannessen conveyed that it is the concurrence of Council that staff maintain the present level of enforcement, but keep a watchful eye on the situation. SET PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application RZ-2-88, by Western General Engineering (2355 Starlight Boulevard) (L-010-230) Planning and Community Development Director stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of Rezoning Application RZ-2-88, by Western General Engineering. It is the recommendation of staff that a public hearing be set. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that a public hearing to consider Rezoning Application RZ-2-88 be set for 7:00 p.m., May 3, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes NONPROFIT OFFICE PARK - Consultant Selection (C-070-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Request for Proposal for the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of common-area improvements within the office park area developed for nonprofit public-benefit organizations was circulated. It is the rec ommendation of staff that the City Manager be authorized to enter into a contract for engineering services with the low bidder, Sharrah-Dunlap and Associates, Inc., at a not-to-exceed cost of $4,206. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for engineering services for common-area improvements in the nonprofit office park with Sharrah-Dunlap and Associates, Inc., at a not-to-exceed cost of $4,206. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA - Highway 273 and Cypress Avenue (R-030-090-600) Planning and Community Development Director Perry noted that, at the Council meeting of April 5, 1988, Council designated a redevelopment survey area in concept and authorized staff to prepare a resolution establishing the survey area in the vicinity of Highway 273 and Cypress Avenue. MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 88-170 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding designating Parkview and South Market Redevelopment Survey Area. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 88-170 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 16.32 - Redding Municipal Code (pertaining to Signs) (C-110-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Planning Commission requested that funds be included in the preliminary budget for a consultant to work with a committee on a comprehensive review and update of the Sign Code. In the interim, the Commission has recommended adoption of regulations pertaining to murals, supergraphic wall signs, real-estate design signs, and electronic reader boards. Mr. Perry reviewed the regulations in the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1988, and it is incorporated by reference herein. Senior Associate Planner King noted that the current ordinance does not define the difference between supergraphic wall signs and murals, and the problem is that supergraphic wall signs contain advertising within the mural. The ordinance attempts to define what a supergraphic wall sign is. Mr. Perry explained that the section regarding 4' x 4' real estate signs pertains to identification of a development when those signs are situated away from a development. A sign located on the site can be larger. Mr. Perry stated that staff contacted Janet Lee of the Shasta County Board of Realtors. He explained that if the entire Sign Ordinance is reviewed and revised, this area will be considered again. Janet Lee, Shasta County Board of Realtors, stated that the Board appointed a subcommittee to review the ordinance, and they would like the opportunity to review the proposals so as not to end up with a sign ordinance that is prohibitive. She requested that adoption of the ordinance be postponed for at least a month. Council Member Dahl pointed out that the proposed draft is liberalizing the ordinance, the status quo is more restrictive, and this is a good interim step. Council Member Buffum noted that the longer the ordinance is postponed, the more decisions will have to be made without it. A month is too long. Gary Anthis, 1890 Manchester Drive, stated that he is speaking as a private citizen and not speaking for the Planning Commission. Mr. Anthis noted that our community is moving into the future and has adopted tourism as a major consideration. Our signing ordinance needs to move ahead at least 30 years; from its last revision 20 years ago, to 10-15 years ahead of where we now stand. Mr. Anthis expressed hope that Council will consider funding for a consultant or a committee to study the matter. He noted that a good signage ordinance will allow our community to look like a place where people want to come; it is good for economic growth. Mr. Anthis advised that, in the interim, the proposed ordinance is acceptable. He noted that it is important to explain to the community how important a strong signage ordinance is. Mr. Anthis noted that creating a portfolio of signs would be a good thing to do. Ray McHale, 1526 Canby Road, submitted a copy of Senate Bill 512 which pertains to cities who amend their Sign Code after January 1, 1988. Mr. McHale noted that if Redding changes its Sign Code, the provisions of the Bill must be complied with. Gary Stamper, 1836 Silverfield Loop, owner of Autographics, submitted a letter to Council regarding amendments to the Sign Code, and it is incorporated by reference herein. He noted that the vast majority of murals are well done; but because of their sheer size and impact, they should be regulated. The proposed draft regulations are generally well defined, but there are some subjective areas where standards should be set. Mr. Stamper noted that the existing Sign Code is not being enforced. The draft regulations are overly restrictive and will impact the City's real estate industry, construction industry and sign industry in an adverse manner. Mr. Stamper concurred that the Sign Ordinance should be revised, and a committee comprised of a professional sign consultant, representatives from Planning, the California Electric Sign Association, the Shasta Sign Association, local sign companies, local business people and concerned citizens be formed. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, to continue the matter of the sign ordinance until the meeting of May 3, 1988. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes URGENCY ORDINANCE - Prohibiting Electronic Reader Boards (C-110-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission unanimously recommended the adoption of an ordinance prohibiting electronic reader boards. The Commission felt that electronic reader boards have the potential to overwhelm other forms of advertising; thus other businesses may increase the visual impact of their signs, and the appearance of the community will be adversely affected. Mr. Perry noted that they have received two more applications for reader-board signs, and there are no adequate standards for their consideration. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt an urgency ordinance to prohibit all electronic reader boards. Mr. Perry explained that a moratorium, coupled with a citizen's committee or community survey, will allow time to thoroughly review the issue. In response to an inquiry by Council Member Dahl, City Attorney Hays explained that an urgency ordinance would become effective immediately. He noted that the question of aesthetics has become an issue to the community, and there have been sign ordinances adopted based on aesthetics. Council Member Fulton stated that this may be going overboard. He noted that consideration was given to a reader board at the Convention Center, and there are reader boards on buses. All people must be treated equitably, and another alternative acceptable to Council and others must be found. Council Member Dahl stated that the overriding issue is what we want our community to look like. We are making decisions we will have to live with 20 years into the future; and he does not want the community to look like Las Vegas. Council Member Dahl advised that not making a decision can have a negative impact on the community; and an urgency ordinance would be in line. Council Member Carter pointed out that Council can change the ordinance later, after a thorough review of the sign ordinance. Council Member Buffum concurred with staff's opinion that the moratorium option buys time for less than a knee-jerk reaction to the issue. Mayor Johannessen noted that it is also important to take care of old signs in disrepair. He further stated that he is not against reader boards per se, but it is important that they are well placed, etc. Bob Morgan, 1920 North Bechelli - Crown Motors, noting that Cypress Auto Center has an electronic reader board, stated that he cannot afford to give a major competitor the edge, and Cypress Avenue is a commercial street. He pointed out that his business adds to the quality of life in Redding by contributing jobs and money. Mr. Morgan, referring to the concern that reader boards may be a traffic hazard, noted that if they are, he could not stand the liability, and the City should stop placing the Christmas Tree in downtown Redding. Mr. Morgan stated that he has the nicest dealership in Northern California. The sign they are proposing will be in keeping with that quality, and it is costing him twice what it could have. Mr. Morgan stressed that he cannot afford to let Council pass an ordinance that will hurt his business, and he will use whatever legal means possible to put the sign up. He conveyed that if Council wants to ban all reader boards, that is fine. Council Member Carter asked Mr. Morgan if he would like to see reader boards all over town. Mr. Morgan replied that not everyone can afford them, and that is not the issue. Council has allowed a reader board and is now denying him the right to compete. In response to a question by Mayor Johannessen, Mr. Hays stated that the sign could be removed over a period of years; and to shorten that timeframe would mean an expenditure of money. Mr. Hays, referring to the City of Alameda where a stringent sign ordinance was passed, noted that Alameda was able to enforce a new sign code, their arguments were based on aesthetics, and fought and won through the court system of the State of California. Mayor Johannessen noted that passing the ordinance tonight will serve the purpose of allowing time to study the issue and determining whether or not reader boards should be allowed. Council Member Dahl noted that Mr. Morgan's presentation was very impressive, but Council needs breathing room. He noted that it would be easy to duck and run, but that is not what Council is here to do. Council Member Dahl reiterated that the ordinance can be changed later, and urged Council to enact the urgency ordinance. Council Member Buffum pointed out that when the Planning Commission reviewed the application for a reader board, there were no grounds to work with. Council Member Carter stated that reader boards are not being ruled out; Council is buying time to find out what the community wants. Jerrald Pickering, 1915 Placer St., attorney representing Bob Morgan, stated that the issue is not what is going to happen in the future; it is what happened when the electronic reader board was approved. He added that, now that there is one reader board sign, Council wants to pull up the rope and create a monopoly. Mr. Pickering noted that staff's recommendation dated April 14, 1988, will not stand careful scrutiny. Council Member Carter stated that it is not Council's intent to discriminate against Crown Motors. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Carter, that Council finds there is a public urgency and determines that electronic reader boards shall be immediately prohibited in the City (pursuant to Section 36937 of the Government Code) until the City has adequate time to develop regulations for such signs regarding their prohibition or location, size, placement to enable the public to locate goods, services, and facilities without difficulty and confusion, to prevent the wasteful use of resources in competition among businesses for attention, to prevent hazards to life and property, to assure the continued attractiveness of the community, and to protect property values; and that Ordinance No. 1850 be adopted, and effective immediately, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 16.32 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to signs. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, and Johannessen Noes: Council Members - Fulton Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1850 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Johannessen stated that Council needs a lot more information and wants staff to begin the process immediately and mitigate some of the problems. Mr. Hays invited Mr. Morgan and Mr. Pickering to meet with staff and express their concerns and explain what their needs are. Mr. Morgan stated that he will take that under advisement and then contact the City Attorney. REDDING METRO REPORT (A-050-250-190) Planning and Community Development Director Perry presented the Redding Metro Report and noted that the purpose of the report is to market the community, whether it is industrial development, large-scale retail, or conventions. A secondary purpose is also to provide information about the community to those who are often contacted about the City so they may express the community in a positive manner. This was an information item and not action was necessary. WASTEWATER SYSTEM FUNDING NEEDS AND PROJECT SCHEDULING (W-010-560 & W-010 & W-020) Public Works Director Arness reported that the City of Redding's current income package will not fund the growth needs of its sewage collection and treatment system. Mr. Arness reviewed the Report to Council dated April 14, 1988, which is incorporated by reference herein, and evaluates the variables which will influence the final funding components and the estimates of costs to construct the system and plant facilities. Mr. Arness explained that the magnitude of the fiscal need is significant; therefore, revenue must be expanded by either increasing existing fees and charges or finding a new source. Mr. Arness stated that Council needs to give some direction on a funding program. Council Member Fulton stated that the people who will be using the Stillwater and Clear Creek system will not be paying for it. The City of Redding is taking the lead on this project and paying for it, and it isn't fair. City Attorney Hays noted that by building the new plant, the needs of the existing plant will be forestalled, and current users will not have to put money into the old plant. This is a total community project. Mr. Hays pointed out that the rates will go up either way. Mr. Arness conveyed that they are trying to build the largest system possible; and once the Stillwater facility is built, it will save money. Council Member Dahl noted that this is a very important policy decision. He recommended that Council hold a study session or discuss this at a Council retreat. Council Member Carter suggested that some kind of dialogue be set up with the community. The fee increase may be substantial, and Council will want to gather support for it. Council Member Fulton stated that a fee increase will create a hardship on some people, and if there is some other way to finance the system, he would like to know about it. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Miracle's (Claire E. and Gary C. Teske) 610 North Market Street ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Retirement of Public Works Director Carl Arness (A-050-300) Noting that this is the last City Council meeting he will attend, Public Works Director Arness thanked Council for their support over the years. Mayor Johannessen stated that it has been a pleasure to work with Mr. Arness. Planning Process (A-050-250) Gary Anthis, 1890 Manchester, stated that Redding is on the threshold of really great things. The community is moving into the future in a very sophisticated manner, and he hopes that some direction will be given toward upgrading the planning process. He conveyed that a good planning program can provide faster processing and better projects. Mr. Anthis noted that Council may wonder why the Planning Commission approves some projects, and it is because of the ordinances they are working with. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:08 p.m., Mayor Johannessen adjourned the meeting to 8:30 a.m., April 30, 1988, at the Shasta House for a Council Retreat to discuss Community Goals. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk