HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1989-03-21 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California March 21, 1989 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney
Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Reverend Dick McBride of the North
Valley Baptist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Johannessen with the
following Council Members present: Buffum, Carter, Dahl, and
Fulton.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City
Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of the Electric
Utility Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development
Perry, Chief of Police Blankenship, Fire Chief Bailey, Resources
Manager Coleman, Police Captain McDonald, Director of Finance
Downing, Director of Recreation and Parks Riley, Field Foreman of
the Electric Utility Smith, Associate Civil Engineer Aasen,
Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Senior Planner Keaney,
Director of Information Systems Kelley, Director of
Utilities/Customer Services Vokal, Senior Associate Planner King,
Airports Director Homan, Risk Manager Kirkpatrick, Senior
Assistant Planner Hanson, Senior Building Inspector Gungl,
Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Assistant City Clerk
Strohmayer, Science Museum Director Howe, Police Sergeant
Davidson, Police Investigator Reed, City Clerk Nichols, and
Secretary to the City Council Moscatello.
RESOLUTION - Commending Airports Director Bud Homan
(A-090-100)
Assistant City Manager McMurry stated that Airports Director
Homan will be retiring March 31, 1989. A resolution commending
Mr. Homan for his service to the City of Redding was presented to
Council for consideration.
On behalf of Council, Mayor Johannessen expressed appreciation to
Mr. Homan for a job well done.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 89-79 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding commending Harold A.
"Bud" Homan for his dedicated service to the City of Redding from
December 1, 1982, through March 31, 1989.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-79 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Declaring the Regional Firing Facility, When
Developed, be Named in Honor of Robert H. Whitmer
(C-070-010-050)
Mayor Johannessen submitted to Council a resolution declaring
that the regional firing facility, when developed, be named in
honor of the late Robert H. Whitmer, Redding's Chief of Police
from November 1, 1969, to March 31, 1988.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-90 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding declaring that the Regional Firing Facility, when developed, be named in honor of Robert H.
Whitmer. Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-80 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the
Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 28,
1989
Regular Meeting of March 7, 1989
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(B-130-110)
Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 17, check numbers
142753 through 143163 inclusive, in the amount of $1,228,034.16,
be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 18, check numbers
274673 through 275317 inclusive, in the amount of $624,863.93,
and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $120,823.15, for
the period February 19, 1989 through March 04, 1989, be approved.
TOTAL: $1,973,721.24
Treasurer's Report - February 1989
(B-l30-l50)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $20,081,151.98
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $96,074,037.48
Resolution - Transferring Funds for Convention Center Sign
Lighting
* (B-130-070 & C-050-050)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance and
Convention Center Director that Resolution No. 89-81 be adopted,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 46th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No.
88-235 transferring $12,000 from the Convention Center
Maintenance and materials Account to the Sign Lighting Account
for lighting the Convention Center sign.
Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Sacramento River Dock
Replacement
* (B-130-070 & P-050-650 & P-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that
Resolution No. 89-82 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council
of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 48th Amendment
to the City Budget Resolution No. 88-235 appropriating $10,000
from Park Development Funds (to be transferred to the General
Fund) for the purchase of River Dock Pontoons and transferring
$4,900 for materials and lumber.
Notification Procedure for Budget Appropriations for Outside
Agencies
(B-130-030)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that a procedure
be approved to notify outside agencies and organizations that budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year will be considered.
Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-1-89, by David Huber
(Indian Hills Subdivision - North of Starlight Boulevard, West of
Summit Drive, and South of Linden, Olive, and Laurel Streets) (L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., April 4, 1989, to consider RZ-1-89.
Resolution - Set Public Hearing re Abandonment Application
A-1-89, by John Margrave (West Street and 1950 Rosaline Avenue)
(A-010-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution
No. 89-83 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding declaring its intention to abandon a 10-foot wide
strip of unimproved West Street right-of-way adjacent to property
located at 1950 Rosaline Avenue (A-1-89) and set a public hearing
for 7:00 p.m., April 18, 1989.
Resolution - Setting Public Hearing, Approving the Engineer's
Report, and Forming Landscape Maintenance District #3 for
Candlewood Estates Subdivision
(A-170-075-003)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution
No. 89-84 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding ordering formation of territory into a
Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District, and authorizing the
levy and collection of assessments therein pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. It is also recommended
that the Engineer's Report be approved and a public hearing for
consideration of levying fees for fiscal year 1989-90 be set for
7:00 p.m., April 4, 1989.
Resolution - Standard Subdivision Conditions
(A-050-060-555 & S-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution
No. 89-85 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding establishing and adopting a policy statement for
standard subdivision conditions.
Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Denial of Variance Application
V-4-89, by Brian Berg (310 Hamilton Street)
(L-010-410)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., April 18, 1989, to consider the
Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-4-89.
Set Public Hearing - 1989 Community Development Block Grant
Program
(G-100-030-034)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public
hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., April 4, 1989, to consider the 1989
Community Development Block Grant Program.
Resolution - Redding Aerotronics Lease at Redding Municipal
Airport
(C-070-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Airports that
Resolution No. 89-86 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council
of the City of Redding approving the Lease Agreement and Permit
for Commercial Activities entered into between the City of
Redding and Redding Aerotronics, Inc., at Redding Municipal
Airport, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The term of the
Lease shall be for the period April 1, 1989 through March 31,
1994.
Resolution - Purchase of Chlorinator for Redding Plunge
* (B-130-070 & P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution No. 89-87 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 47th
Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 88-235 transferring
$2,600 from the Chlorine Room Renovation Project Account, which
is completed, for the purchase of a new chlorinator for the
Municipal Pool.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2141, Pole Mounted Outside Light
Fixtures
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2141, pole mounted outside light fixtures for the
Downtown Mall parking facility, be awarded to the low bidder, Tim
Larson Glass, in the amount of $7,677.79. Funds for this
purchase are included in the 1988/89 budget.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2146, Vibratory Compactor and
Trailer (B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2146, vibratory compactor and trailer, be awarded to
the third low bidder, Droscher Equipment, in the amount of
$25,288.37. The low bidder did not meet the requirements of the
specifications, and the second low bid was used equipment. Funds
for this purchase are included in the 1988/89 budget.
Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2116, Evergreen Building
Roof Replacement
(B-050-020 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2116 (Job No. 9870), Evergreen Building roof
replacement, awarded to Howard Cronk General Contractor, be
accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract
price is $18,809.
Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2129, Redding Water
Treatment Plant Building Additions
(B-050-020 & W-030-425)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2129 (Job No. 9951), Redding Water Treatment
building additions, awarded to Grossen Company, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to
file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $47,925
Resolution - Prohibiting Parking at Designated Locations at
Airshow 1989 at Redding Municipal Airport
(P-030-250)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution
No. 89-88 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding prohibiting parking at the Air Show 1989
celebration. Parking will be prohibited on Airport Road from
Rancho Road to Meadowview Drive, and on Old Oregon Trail from
Rancho Road to the North Gate of the Municipal Airport on May 13
and 14, 1989.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, 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 89-81, 89-82, 89-83, 89-84, 89-85, 89-86,
89-87, and 89-88 are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from Carl & Carlsen - re Viacom Franchise Fee on Cable
Television Revenues
(T-040-050)
A letter was received from Carl & Carlsen, Certified Public
Accountants, stating that their firm examined the calculations of
the franchise fee on cable television revenues earned by Viacom
Cablevision, and the franchise fee liability of Viacom
Cablevision was presented fairly for the year ended December 31,
1988, in accordance with the franchise agreement between the City
of Redding and Viacom.
This was an information item and no action was required.
Letter from KSHA/KQMS/Price Broadcasting
(C-050-050)
City Manager Christofferson stated that a letter was received
from Price Broadcasting Company offering to coordinate the 1989
4th of July Celebration at the Redding Convention Center. Mr.
Christofferson indicated that the Rotary Clubs decided not to
accept the responsibility of coordinating the event, and Price
Broadcasting has submitted a proposal to act as the prime
sponsor. Price Broadcasting will handle the coordination of
outdoor and indoor entertainment, the fireworks, concessions and
all other necessary details. Police and fire protection, traffic
control, and certain public works and recreation and parks
responsibilities will be the responsibility of the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, to accept the proposal of Price Broadcasting to sponsor
the 4th of July Freedom Festival and authorize staff to work with
Price Broadcasting. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Letter from Don Crowe
(P-150-150)
A letter was received from Don Crowe conveying that business
owners and operators are requesting the City Council to promote
and pass laws regulating the use of car stereos, horns, speeding,
racing, drinking, etc. in parking lots and streets. Mr. Crowe
noted that these acts are detrimental to the tourist trade.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that
staff received a similar letter and it was referred to Police
Department staff. Mr. Perry said that the Police Department will
be making their report and staff will bring this matter back to
Council.
Mayor Johannessen acknowledged that noise associated with the
"cruise" has been an ongoing problem to the motels. He asked if
existing ordinances can deal with this problem. Mr. Perry said
that the existing ordinance does not deal with these types of
issues.
Council Member Carter stated that Council should deal with the
issues. He conveyed that noise is becoming a big problem and the
merchants are being affected. Mayor Johannessen suggested that Council not overreact; and although there is a problem, Council should not move too quickly because of the tremendous amount of young people involved.
Mayor Johannessen confirmed that the Police Department's report
will be submitted to Council as soon as complete.
PUBLIC HEARING - re the Appeal of Denial of Variance Application
V-2-89, by Dennis Howell (4440 Alta Mesa Drive)
(L-010-410)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Johannessen opened
the public hearing re the Appeal of Denial of Variance
Application V-2-89.
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 March 16, 1989
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that
the Planning Commission denied a request by Dennis Howell to
construct a garage addition encroaching eight feet into the
required 30-foot front-yard setback and 60-foot setback from the
centerline of the adjacent street. Mr. Perry explained that the
original garage was converted to a den and there is no covered
parking on the property. He added that Council must find the
three variance criteria in evidence in order to approve a
variance.
Barbara and Dennis Howell, 4440 Alta Mesa Drive, submitted a
prepared statement to Council which is incorporated herein by
reference. Ms. Howell stated that they have modified their
original variance request to encroach eleven feet into the south
side setback and eliminate encroaching into the front yard
setback. She added that this is in keeping with other homes in
the area. Ms. Howell noted that the Commission found the three
variance criteria to be in evidence for a garage addition on the
north side and it is their contention that the variance criteria
also applies to the south end of the property.
Mr. Howell noted that the garage cannot be built on the north
side of the house without extensive reconstruction to the home,
moving the gas main and electrical service, and removing large
well-established fruit and shade trees. Ms. Howell requested
that the appeal be upheld and the request for encroachment into
the south side yard setback be approved.
John Sullivan, 4470 Alta Mesa, stated that he agrees with the
recommendation of staff and the Planning Commission to deny the
appeal. He stated that the side- and front-yard setbacks are
necessary to preserve the character of the homes in Western
Ranches. Mr. Sullivan said the Howell's house is already far
closer to his house than any structure to the east, south, or
west. Mr. Sullivan noted that it is only the Howell's opinion
that the garage would have little impact on his property. He
conveyed that he purchased his home because of the large lots and
this request is not the norm in Western Ranches. It may have
been done before, but the neighbors didn't object. Mr. Sullivan
indicated that they do object and feel that the structure will
affect their property value. Mr. Sullivan requested that Council follow staff's recommendation to deny the appeal to build a structure into either setback. Ms. Howell indicated that she understands Mr. Sullivan's position; however, she pointed out that encroaching eight feet
into the side-yard setback will still leave 50 feet between the
houses. She noted that the Sullivan's have at least two covered
parking spaces and their request is in keeping with the
neighborhood.
Mr. Sullivan stated that his covered parking spaces are within
the setback limits. He pointed out that the Howells were aware
there was no covered garage when they bought the house. Mr.
Sullivan said that 50 feet between the houses is still too close.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
In response to Council Member Dahl's question, Mr. Perry stated
that a hardship is not something that can be self induced, it
pertains to topography, size of the property, etc. He indicated
that homes with structures encroaching into the setback is a
precedent established when the area was under the County's
jurisdiction.
Mayor Johannessen noted that the Howells did not convert the
original garage to a den and now they want the opportunity to
cover their vehicles. He indicated that the three variance
criteria can be met.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, to uphold the appeal of Variance Application V-2-89,
approve the request for a 24-foot wide garage encroaching into
the south side-yard setback, and find that all three variance
criteria are in evidence. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-12-87,
by City of Redding (South of Municipal Airport between Fig Tree
Lane and the Sacramento River)
(G-030-010)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Johannessen opened
the public hearing re GPA-12-87.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City
Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated March 16, 1989
Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission
recommended amending the Municipal Airport Area Plan for property
south of Fig Tree Lane. Mr. Keaney conveyed that this is the
first step to implement the Noise Management Plan completed in
1987. He said that the City must act to remain consistent with
the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) plan or override the ALUC
plan. Mr. Keaney indicated that the plan adopted by ALUC
designates much of the area "Residential, 1 unit per 2 acres,"
except for properties most affected by the flight approach paths.
Several parcels are designated "Residential, 1 unit per 5 acres."
A small area south of Dersch Road on both sides of Airport Road
is designated "Industrial," and the sewer treatment plant site is designated "Public/Institutional." Mr. Keaney conveyed that there are also several policy revisions including expanding the area restricted by the low-intensity
policies and designating some land in the extended flight path
for Moderate Intensity Industrial. A map was submitted to
delineate the areas. It is the recommendation of staff to
approve the amendments adopted by the ALUC and certify the
Supplement to EIR-1-82.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, certifying the Supplement to EIR-1-82 as adequately
addressing the environmental impacts of the land use, design, and
operational changes proposed by the Part 150 Study and adopt the
findings of overriding considerations pursuant to Sections 15090
and 15091 of the California Environmental Quality Act; and
approving the southern portion of General Plan Amendment
Application GPA-12-87 in concept and to be adopted at a later
date. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re Issuance of Industrial Bonds by Contech
Construction Products, Inc.
(B-100)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Johannessen opened
the public hearing re the issuance of industrial bonds.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City
Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Assistant City Manager recommendation dated March 16, 1989
Assistant City Manager McMurry recalled that Council authorized
and approved membership in the "Bonds for Industry Program" at
the City Council meeting of February 7, 1989. At that time,
staff conveyed that they were working with Contech Construction
Products, Inc., an Ohio corporation with operating facilities in
30 states. Contech is proposing to acquire the American Steel
facility on Canyon Creek Road, refurbish it, and hire an
additional 20 employees to operate it. It is recommended that
Council approve the issuance of not to exceed $3.5 million in
industrial development bonds by Contech Construction Products,
Inc.; and if no significant public opposition to the issuance of
these bonds to Contech is voiced, recommend to the Statewide
Community Redevelopment Authority that it issue the bonds.
Mayor Johannessen determined that there were no comments from the
floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
Mayor Johannessen noted that the City of Redding is not obligated
in any way for the repayment of the bonds.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-89 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding approving the issuance of not to exceed $3.5 million aggregate principal amount of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-89 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Shasta Dixieland Jazz Festival
(A-050-060-600)
City Clerk Nichols stated that the fourth annual Shasta Dixieland
Jazz Festival will be held in Redding on March 31, April 1 and 2,
1989. Ms. Nichols noted that the Jazz Festival has become very
popular and 18 dixieland bands will be performing at various
locations throughout the community.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 89-90 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding proclaiming March 27
through April 2, 1989, as Shasta Dixieland Jazz Festival Week.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-90 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
TOURISM AND CONVENTION COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
(B-080-540)
Mayor Johannessen recommended that Patricia Schroll and Karla
Dayton be appointed to four-year terms expiring January 1, 1993.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that Patricia Schroll and Karla Dayton be
appointed to four year terms expiring January 1, 1993.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Carter, Dahl, Fulton and Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - Buffum
Absent: Council Members - None
Stating that she is not opposed to the appointment of these
individuals, Council Member Buffum stated that the two retiring
commissioners have agreed to stay on until the Tourism and
Convention Commission's report is complete, and on that basis she
cannot confirm these applicants. Council Member Buffum said she
would like to see if Commissioners Foust and Wertz could serve
during the next few months until the report is complete.
Council Member Dahl stated that he would like to rescind his aye
vote.
Mayor Johannessen agreed that Commissioners Foust and Wertz are a
valuable resource to the Commission. However, he pointed out
that both Commissioners were asked on several occasions if they
would like to continue serving. Mayor Johannessen stated that
the Commissioners have declined to be reappointed and there is no
reason to delay action.
Council Member Carter noted that some legitimate concerns have
been raised, he would like to reconsider, and have Council reach a consensus. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, to reconsider the motion to appoint Patricia Schroll and
Karla Dayton to the Tourism and Convention Commission.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl,
Noes: Council Members - Fulton and Johannessen
Absent: Council Members - None
Council Member Carter suggested that the appointments be laid
over until the next meeting.
Council Member Buffum pointed out that the Commission has had a
tough job, the Commission is close to completing their final
report, and the appointments are premature. She reiterated that
she endorses the applicants, but their appointments are not the
most effective way to go because it take years for a Commissioner
to get up to speed.
Mayor Johannessen conveyed that the Commission's Chairman has
indicated there is a problem getting a quorum.
Council agreed to discuss the Tourism and Convention Commission
appointments at the adjourned regular meeting on March 28, 1989.
ORDINANCE - Amendment to Planned Development PD-4-86, by BHS
Investments (south end of Hawley Road and west of Churn Creek)
(L-010-210-695)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1882 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 Dahl, that Ordinance No. 1882 be adopted, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending Ordinance No.
1815, which amended Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal
Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the
City of Redding (PD-4-86).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1882 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - Amendments to Rezoning Application RZ-16-87, by FHK
Investments (northwest corner of Lake Boulevard and Highway 273)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1883 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. 1883 be adopted, an ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 1857,
which amended Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code
relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of
Redding (RZ-16-87).
Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1883 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CIVIC CENTER SITE
* (C-050-025 & C-070-010-020)
Mayor Johannessen invited the Planning Commission, Recreation and
Parks Commission and Redevelopment Agency to present their
recommendations to Council on the location of the civic center.
Darrell Burrell, Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated that
when the Planning Commission met on March 14, the Commission
focused their attention not on which site should be selected for
a civic center, but on if Council is going to involve the
commissions in the planning process which has been historical in
this community. He stated that the Planning Commission is not in
a position to make a recommendation at this time. There is a
real need to look at the question of siting from a land use
standpoint and in a way that allows an opportunity to look at all
facets of the issue. Chairman Burrell noted that the
Commission's only involvement was at the public meeting, and that
was not enough. He conveyed that the Commission does not want
the Council/Commission relationship to deteriorate. Chairman
Burrell stated that both the Planning Commission and Recreation
and Parks Commission should review the sites in a realistic way,
not a superficial way, and have at least two to three months to
provide some realistic input.
Council Member Carter asked if the Planning Commission was
involved during the public opinion poll. Chairman Burrell stated
that the Commission was not involved; the report was shown to
them, but they were not invited to participate. He added that
Council made its decision all at once, the Commission expected
the matter to be referred to them and were surprised that Council
chose the site without involving the Commission. He noted that a
memo to Council in 1987 listed an option to refer the site to the
Planning Commission but Council chose another course of action.
Council Member Carter noted that the site selection was a
foregone conclusion, a rendering of the Parkview site was
prepared.
Council Member Dahl agreed that the Commissions should be
involved. He pointed out, however, that the initial site
selection of City Hall was well recognized and common knowledge.
He said that no one came to Council asking for involvement, and
in September of 1987, the decision was made to go to Parkview.
Chairman Burrell stated that the Planning Commission always
assumed that major land use issues came to the commissions
automatically. He said there is not good justification for the
commissions to not have raised some Cain, and that may be the
commissions' fault.
Council Member Dahl stated that three new commissioners have been
appointed since Council took action to designate Parkview as the
civic center site. He stated that it was not his or Council's
intent to circumvent the commissions.
Chairman Burrell agreed that it was not Council's intent, but it
happened. Chairman Burrell stated that either site is a good site; however, his concern is the lack of a Commission/Council
relationship. Council Member Carter asked if in three months, the Commission could make a recommendation with existing information or are more
studies, consultants, and costs necessary.
Chairman Burrell said the Commission does not want more studies,
but staff could provide input, and the Commission could make a
reasonable recommendation.
Council Member Fulton asked what additional information is
necessary.
Chairman Burrell stated that an adequate examination of traffic
counts and circulation patterns for both sites is necessary, the
impact of building a bridge across the Sacramento River, and how
the siting of a city complex on Parkview would tie in with the
Park Marina Specific Plan.
Virgil Tomasin, Chairman of the Recreation and Parks Commission,
stated that the Commission cannot support either site and money
is not available to prepare additional studies. He conveyed that
the Commission recommended that Benton Ranch be designated
parksite and stated that a City Hall complex would be a
compatible use. Chairman Tomasin indicated that the Commission
is concerned about the softball parks located on Parkview because
Redding has a great need for softball parks.
Council Member Dahl asked if the regional softball complex will
help alleviate that problem. Chairman Tomasin said yes, it
would. He pointed out that moving the softball parks after the
complex is built would have to be voted on later.
Recreation and Parks Commissioner Klaseen agreed that Council did
not mean to bypass the commissions in dealing with the Parkview
site, but the majority of Council were new and still finding
their way and learning how decisions should be made. She opined
that the reason the commissions did not approach Council is
because that is not the procedure the commissions were used to
following. The commissions assumed the matter would come to
them. Commissioner Klaseen stated that she would like to be
involved. She pointed out that Benton Ranch does not have a
master plan.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that
the Redding Redevelopment Agency called a special meeting in
order to submit a recommendation to Council. Mr. Perry stated
that the Redevelopment Agency considered two motions. A motion
stating that the Redevelopment Agency is a financing tool, and
private development of the Parkview Site would add significant
tax increment and increase the Agency's ability to finance
planned projects, and therefore, recommend that the City
Administration Building be located somewhere other than the
Parkview site carried by a vote of five to two. A motion stating
that the Benton Ranch is within a proposed redevelopment project,
and any development of the Benton Ranch property would
significantly stimulate growth and development and tax increment
on the surrounding properties, and the only development that
could take place on the Benton Ranch Property due to present deed
restrictions are park or municipal uses, and the Agency therefore
recommends that City Hall be located on the Benton Ranch site
carried by a vote of four to three.
Council Member Dahl stated that Redding was offered a once in a lifetime opportunity with Benton Ranch. As the City is
urbanized, use of this property will become even more important and affect the future of our City. Council Member Dahl asked how will Council act on this new opportunity. He pointed out that
the initial debate focused on City Hall, and it has polarized
City staff, commissions, and Council. Council Member Dahl said
Council should take action and end this matter. No more money
should be spent, there are many greater priorities Council must
face.
Council Member Dahl said it is difficult to justify placing City
Hall on Benton Ranch. Noting that it is a subjective decision,
Council Member Dahl said the decision is based on vision,
personal values, and conscience. Benton Ranch is an opportunity
to preserve a slice of paradise for future generations and a
place to escape urbanization. He said it has been argued that
some type of identity is necessary, however, he disagreed that
Redding can get an identity though a City Hall building. Our
quality of life and natural environment is Redding's identity and
Benton can exemplify our uniqueness. Council Member Dahl said
Council should have the courage to create a Bidwell or Golden
Gate Park.
Council Member Dahl noted that the suggestion was made that some
Council Members have political reasons for opposing a civic
center at Benton Ranch, and that is distorting and
misrepresented. He pointed out that his views have been well
publicized, and he has received a lot of support. Council must
listen to the people that have elected them and look to the needs
of our citizens in the years to come. Council Member Dahl
expressed some reservation about the consultant's study. He
pointed out that a bridge on Parkview and a new softball complex
are necessary anyway. Council Member Dahl noted that the traffic
generated by a City Hall complex on Parkview was considered to be
too great, but selling Parkview for commercial use would create
just as must traffic. He stated that Benton Ranch should be
preserved for open space.
Council Member Buffum stated that for the last several months,
she has been researching, analyzing, and studying the issues.
She conveyed that she was elected to represent the will of the
majority of the people, and the amount of input she received was
truly overwhelming. Council Member Buffum pointed out that the
enhancement and orderly development of the Sacramento Riverfront
is necessary and the best plan is for tomorrow, not today. She
said the siting of City Hall is a business decision, the cost of
construction on Benton Ranch appears to be more expensive, and
the cost estimates presented to Council do not hold up. Selling
Parkview property makes sense, but a bridge on Parkview is
necessary to relieve traffic congestion along Cypress, and that
money should be spent to construct the Parkview bridge. Council
Member Buffum indicated that a bridge at Benton Ranch will do
nothing to help traffic at this point in time.
Council Member Buffum pointed out that Anderson River Park has
425 acres, and Chico's Bidwell Park has 2560 acres and neither of
these parks contain business or office uses. She pointed out
that the hustle and bustle of business affairs is a threat to the
cultural and peaceful setting of a park. Council Member Buffum
indicated that she originally thought a civic center on Benton
Ranch was a good idea; however, she realized that once the land
is used for offices, and if that use grows, the land will be used
up. Council Member Buffum said that staff has indicated that she
does not trust future Councils and she agrees. The land must be
put into parkland for perpetuity now. She said Council must select a civic center site and turn the master planning of Benton
Ranch over to the commissions where it should have been all along. She said there is nothing wrong with waiting to develop Benton Ranch as grants and money become available. Council Member Buffum said the Parkview site could be selected
for City Hall, and the remaining property could be split and sold
to help finance the bridge. She noted that the Posse Grounds was
once considered as a site, and it has river frontage and office
uses. She indicated that the Downtown Mall area has not been
studied and may be the most cost effective plan. She stated that
Council needs to analyze the many options and make an intelligent
decision using all of the information and perspectives available.
Council Member Carter indicated his appreciation for the
commission's concern about waiting and studying the issues. He
explained that he is concerned about the current City Hall
facility and the lack of working space. Efficiency is important,
and the community will be better served by a good facility. The
site is secondary, what is important is getting a new City Hall.
Council Member Carter pointed out that Council tries to listen to
the community and civic leaders. He said that 80% of the people
believe the civic center should be located at Parkview, and the
greatest disservice he could do is to not listen to informed
constituents. Council Member Carter asked where the community is
going - residential expansion, gridlock? He pointed out that
traffic is becoming a very serious problem. Benton Ranch should
be preserved for open space and public use. Council Member
Carter stated that by dragging this issue out, Council is
punishing City employees and the people City government is
providing service to. He said the priorities should be where we
are going to get the money to build a facility, and Council
should be concerned about building a facility, not building
infrastructure, a bridge, and civic center at Benton Ranch.
Council Member Fulton stated that both sites have been evaluated,
and Council made a good decision to place the civic center at
Parkview. There is plenty of room, and Freebridge can be
extended. He said adequate cost estimates for building at Benton
Ranch are not available. Council Member Fulton pointed out that
the Market Street Redevelopment Area should upgrade the area.
The civic center should be located at Parkview site.
Mayor Johannessen said that history has shown that trying to
upgrade a redevelopment area by building a civic center will only
accomplish putting a civic center in a crime ridden area. He
agreed that Benton Ranch should be preserved for parkland;
however, public facilities such as museums, amphitheaters, etc.
require infrastructure which would be available if a civic center
is constructed there.
Mayor Johannessen asked how the Parkview Bridge will be financed
if City Hall is placed on Parkview. He pointed out that selling
Parkview for commercial use would generate money to finance a
bridge, and revitalization of an area occurs because of an
emphasis on commercial use, not a City Hall. Mayor Johannessen
pointed out that the Downtown Mall was suggested as being the
most cost effective site; however, the cost to bring the
buildings up to current building codes would be horrendous. He
explained that the requirements for civic buildings are greater
than those required for standard commercial buildings, and none
of those building could meet the Code. Mayor Johannessen
reiterated that if the civic center is placed on Benton Ranch,
the infrastructure is available to build museums, etc., and if
Parkview is selected, financing for Benton Ranch must be
developed. Council needs to be cost efficient and that points to Benton Ranch. Council Member Dahl stated that there are two issues, one is the Benton property and the other is the civic center site.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, to dedicate into perpetuity Benton Ranch as open space
and public parkland, for such uses as the Sacramento River Trail,
museums, library, community theatre, and enhancement of the
riparian habitat; and commit to the Redding Elementary School
district the intent to dedicate a school site on Benton Ranch
because the Redding Redevelopment Agency holds title.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton
Noes: Council Members - Johannessen
Absent: Council Members - None
City Attorney Hays stated that if Council would like to affirm
the Parkview Avenue site for the civic center that the motion
carried by Council on September 15, 1987, be reaffirmed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Buffum, to reaffirm the Council motion of September 15,
1987, stating that the firms of Nichols, Melburg and Rossetto;
Anshen and Allen, and the S.W.A. Group be awarded a contract for
the Civic Center and City administration building study, the
scope of work be broadened to obtain schematic plans for a public
safety building and a new fire station, and the area between
Parkview and Cypress be designated as the civic center site.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton
Noes: Council Members - Johannessen
Absent: Council Members - None
SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT APPLICATION
(P-150-150)
Chief of Police Blankenship stated that staff is recommending
that a fourth selective traffic enforcement grant application be
sent to the State Office of Traffic Safety for consideration.
The grant proposal would consist of five police officers and two
community service officers and will provide 100% funding during
the first year, 50% funding in the second year, and the City
would agree to maintain the program on a continuing basis
thereafter. The City will provide needed equipment and a Police
Sergeant as unit supervisor.
Chief Blankenship stated that both the Police Task Force Report
and PMW Management Study commissioned in 1988 recommended the
implementation of a traffic unit for the City of Redding. He
said that the traffic grant received in 1980 was very successful
and used as a model statewide. Chief Blankenship conveyed that
the grants are very competitive with other cities, and if
positive consideration is received, staff will return to Council
for approval.
Council Member Fulton noted that there is no question about the
need for the traffic unit; however, he questioned the expense in
the long run.
Chief Blankenship stated that a traffic unit is a necessity, and
if the grant is not applied for, staff will be asking for it
through the budget process.
Mayor Johannessen asked how the grant will affect the budget.
Chief Blankenship stated that, if the grant is approved as proposed, the first year commitment will be approximately $100,000, which includes the purchase of two vehicles and the
position of Sergeant; the second year commitment will be between $150,000 to $200,000, and the third year commitment will be
approximately $350,000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Buffum, authorizing staff to apply to the State Office of
Traffic Safety for a selective traffic enforcement grant. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CAREER CRIMINAL APPREHENSION PROGRAM
(P-150-150)
Chief of Police Blankenship recalled that the City of Redding
applied for a grant through the Office of Criminal Justice
Planning and was awarded a C-CAP grant, effective July 1, 1989,
which will provide funds over a 48-month period. Chief
Blankenship stated that the program will provide a staff of
consultants to aid the City in long-term planning, training, and
implementing the program. He added that the grant will change
the direction of the Police Department. Chief Blankenship stated
that the City has entered into an agreement with Captain Fred
Arthur of the Sacramento Police Department to provide
consultation services.
Captain Fred Arthur gave a brief overview of the changes the
Police Department can expect in the next 42 months. He explained
that the City will be deciding how to make the best use of police
resources and both policy and political decisions will have to be
made. Captain Arthur conveyed that there will be a total
reorganization of the Police Department. He indicated that this
program will put police officers out on the street to become
crime fighters. There will be more Community Service Officers to
handle non-emergency issues.
Captain Arthur explained that staff will be looking at what kind
of functions the Police Department should be handling, developing
long-range planning, developing a crime analysis unit, and
maintaining patrol operations. He indicated that better use will
be made of investigator's time by relieving them of paperwork.
Chief Blankenship explained that employees will be accountable in
their respective area of responsibility. He stated that staff
will keep Council informed on the Department's progress. Chief
Blankenship conveyed that the arrest rate will increase, and he
will be active in the community explaining what these changes
mean.
Council Member Dahl noted that staff is facing the fact that
Redding is having the same kind of problems as larger cities. He
expressed his appreciation for a job well done.
This was an information item, and no action was required.
DIESTELHORST REPLACEMENT BRIDGE
(S-070-050)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that
Federal Highway Bridge Replacement Funds were set aside for the
Diestelhorst replacement bridge in December 1986. Federal
regulations require the EIR process to be completed and approved
within two years, unless extenuating circumstances warrant a time
extension. Mr. Perry explained that an extension of time was
granted as Caltrans and the Federal Highway Administration have
been reviewing the Benton/Auditorium bridge alternative since
July 1988. He added that preparation and circulation of the final Request for Proposal (RFP) was pending that review, Caltrans has rejected the Benton/Auditorium Drive alternative, and staff will now be circulating the RFP as soon as possible.
Senior Planner King stated that the project required more
engineering than originally anticipated. Mr. King stated that
the bridge will be finished two years from the date of the award
of contract.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed the League of California
Cities Legislative Bulletins #8 and #9 and suggested that Council
oppose SB89 which presumes that cancer in police officers is job
related and the burden is on the employer to show otherwise.
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council support
AB363 which addresses the collection of DUI fines and would
eliminate County diversion of City revenue in unsupervised
summary probation cases.
Mr. Christofferson noted that AB596, being carried by Assemblyman
Statham, would add a $2.00 penalty assessment and $1.50 surcharge
to parking fines and the proceeds would provide additional
funding for county jails and courthouses. It is the
recommendation of staff that Council indicate their inability to
support the bill in its present form because of the significant
increase to parking fines.
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council oppose
ACA23 which would place Proposition 62 in the State Constitution
and thereby invalidate the Court of Appeal's ruling on the
constitutionality of Proposition 62. ACA23 would also require a
2/3 majority on a variety of tax measures.
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Council oppose
ACA22 which would prohibit cities from the use of the parcel tax.
It is also recommended that Council support ACA25 and SCA2 which
would reduce the vote level for General Obligation Bonds from
two-thirds to 60%, reduce bonded indebtedness to ten years, and
constrain the increase in the property tax rate.
With regard to AB264, it is recommended that Council support this
bill which would define fire fighting vehicles as not being
commercial vehicles.
It is also recommended that Council support AB251 which would
increase the number of enterprise zones from 10 to 35.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Carter, opposing AB596 and authorizing the appropriate
letters be sent to legislators. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, to oppose SB89, ACA23 and 22; support AB363, AB264,
AB251, ACA25, and SCA2, and authorize the appropriate letters be
sent to legislators. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE - Bid Schedule No. 2136
(P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the bids for the Sacramento River Trail Pedestrian Bridge came in much higher than the estimated budget. A list of funding options
and funding sources was submitted to Council. Mr. Perry conveyed that the Recreation and Parks Commission recommended that the bridge still be constructed using Park Development Funds and
grants. It is the recommendation of staff that this item be
continued to the adjourned meeting of March 28, 1989 to allow
time to obtain additional engineering analysis from an outside
source.
It was the consensus of Council that the matter of the Sacramento
River Trail Pedestrian Bridge be held over to the adjourned
meeting of March 28, 1989.
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-16-88 - Ravenwood Estates, Units 5,
6, & 7, by Jack Brewer, et.al.
(S-l00-614)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted
permission to subdivide 37.5 acres into 76 single-family lots,
located north of Highway 44 and adjacent to the Enterprise Sky
Park, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-16-88. 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-15-88 - Forest Homes II Subdivision,
by Don Lynn
(S-l00-208)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted
permission to subdivide 12 acres into 35 single-family lots,
located east of Capricorn Way and south of Marlene Avenue,
described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-15-88. A map of the
area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to
Council. This was an information item.
RESOLUTION - Budget Appropriation for Trailer, Office
Furnishings, and Office Counter Space for Planning and Building
Departments
* (B-130-070 & A-050-270-070 & A-050-250-030)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that
Council authorized the purchase of a trailer to house Building
Department and Housing Authority personnel. Noting that the bid
provided certain features not discussed with Department staff,
Mr. Perry recommended that the trailer be outfitted with
sheetrock panels rather than plywood at an estimated cost of
$2,925, plus tax. He also recommended that Housing Authority
Reserve funds be used to equip the Housing Section in the amount
of $17,300, and funds in the amount of $7,200 be authorized to
obtain and relocate TAB furniture for building operations.
Noting that front counter space in the Building Division could be
increased from 26 to 38 feet at a cost of $4000, Mr. Perry
recommended that funds already budgeted for Planning be used.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
...., that Resolution No. 89-91 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the
49th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 88-235
appropriating $20,300 for the purchase of modular furniture for
the new trailer and upgrading the interior panels of the trailer
from Housing Authority funds; transferring $4,000 from savings in
the current Planning Budget to reconfigure existing work areas;
and appropriating $7,200 from Building Revenues in excess of the
budget estimate for relocating existing workstations.
Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-91 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL EXTENSION
(P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry presented the
estimated costs and potential funding sources for the extension
of the Sacramento River Trail through the Benton Ranch. Mr.
Perry stated that trail extension could be designed in-house by
Public Works and Planning Department staff. The estimated cost
of the extension is $346,000 and gift funds in the amount of
$337,000 are available. It is the recommendation of staff that
staff design the trail and build the trail and parking area using
gift funds and Park Development Funds. Mr. Perry indicated that
the Redevelopment Agency, Recreation and Parks Commission, and
Planning Commission will review the trail extension.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, authorizing staff to design and build the Sacramento
River Trail extension and parking area using gift funds and
making up any shortfall in funds with Park Development funds.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
DIESTELHORST LANDING - Nonprofit Office Park Site Plan Review
(C-070-100)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the
building elevations and site plan for the United Way building at
Diestelhorst Landing. Noting that a long-term lease is a
subdivision under State law, staff has processed a lot-split
through the Planning Commission to create six parcels on the
property. The lot split creates a parcel for the Senior
Citizen's lease, a parcel for the United Way Lease, four other
potential lease sites, and reserves right-of-way for the new
Diestelhorst Bridge and the Sacramento River Trail. It is the
recommendation of staff that the building design be approved and
the official map be prepared and recorded. The recording will
cost $3000 and project gift funds will be used. It is also
recommended that the project be bid after the undergrounding is
completed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Carter, approving the design of the United Way building at
Diestelhorst Landing, approving the preparation and recording of
an official map, and authorizing the project be bid after
undergrounding is completed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - Modifying Fee Structure for Planning Division Permit
Processing
* (F-205-600 & A-050-250)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that
Council adopted a new fee structure for various types of permit
applications and services provided by the City. Mr. Perry
explained that since then, staff has identified several
categories regarding the Planning Division Permit Processing not
addressed by the fee schedule. He conveyed that the Report to
Council dated February 27, 1989, incorporated herein by
reference, identifying those categories, was submitted to Council
for consideration. It is the recommendation of staff that the
new fee schedule be adopted. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-92 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding amending its schedule of fees
and service charges.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-92 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PART 150 STUDY - Noise Management Plan
(A-090-100)
Senior Planner Keaney recalled that Council accepted the FAA Part
150 Study, a noise management plan to minimize airport noise
conflict around the Municipal Airport, in June 1987. The City
has been working with the Shasta County Airport Land Use
Commission (ALUC) on processing the proposed land use changes,
and in December 1988, the ALUC adopted most of the land use
changes proposed by the Part 150 Study. A map depicting the
specific land use changes was submitted to Council. Mr. Keaney
noted that Council considered land use changes proposed for areas
south of Fig Tree Lane during the public hearing earlier tonight,
and the recommended ALUC plan was approved. He explained that
land use changes for areas north of Fig Tree were referred back
to the ALUC by the Planning Commission to give ALUC an
opportunity to consider testimony not previously submitted.
Mr. Keaney indicated that the Part 150 Study also recommended
several design changes and operational changes to reduce noise
conflicts. He indicated that these changes have never been a
debated issue. Mr. Keaney explained that the Part 150 Study must
be reviewed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and
they will be focusing on review of the operational aspects of the
Study and not on the land use recommendations. It is the
recommendation of staff that the Part 150 Study be revised to
reflect changes approved by ALUC and forwarded to the FAA for
review and approval. If Council concurs with this approach, it
is recommended that the Supplement to EIR-1-82 be certified.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, certifying that the Supplement to EIR-1-82 adequately
addresses the environmental impacts of the land use, design, and
operational changes proposed by the Part 150 Study and adopting
the findings, as outlined in the attachment to the Report to
Council dated March 15, 1989, of overriding considerations
pursuant to Sections 15090 and 15091 of CEQA; and authorizing
staff to amend the land use portions of the Part 150 Study to
match those approved by ALUC and refer the Part 150 Study to FAA
for its review and approval. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS
REPORTS
(A-050-250)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the
Planning and Community Development Department Monthly Status
Reports for the month of February. The status reports include
(1) Redevelopment activities, (2) Housing activities, (3)
Annexations, (4) Planning applications, (5) Building
applications, and (6) Cable activities. This was an information
item and no action was required. RESOLUTION - Landscape Standards for Street Frontage and Parking
Lot Landscaping
(A-050-060-555 & S-070-200-400)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that
Council authorized the City Attorney to prepare a resolution
establishing a policy regarding the responsibility of owners and
developers for designing and developing projects which meet the
minimum landscape standards for street frontage and parking lots.
Mr. Perry indicated that a resolution was prepared, and it is the
recommendation of staff that the resolution be adopted.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-93 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding establishing and adopting a
Policy Statement setting Landscape Standards pertaining to street
frontage and parking lot landscaping.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-93 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Electric Utility Rate Adjustments
(E-090-100)
Electric Utility Director Lindley stated that the Electric
Utility Commission (EUC) and staff considered a mechanism which
could be used as a guide for the Electric Utility rate adjustment
process. Mr. Lindley conveyed that three factors affect the need
for a rate adjustment, the debt service coverage ratio, the
Electric Utility Operating Reserve Fund, and rate stability. A
mechanism for activating consideration of electric utility rate
adjustments was submitted to Council for consideration. It is
the recommendation of the EUC and staff that a resolution
establishing such a mechanism be adopted.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Carter, seconded by Council
Member Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-94 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting a mechanism
for activating consideration of electric utility rate
adjustments.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-94 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Professional Assistance for Work Associated with
CFM8 and Spring Creek Project
* (E-090-160 & E-120-070-655)
Electric Utility Director Lindley recalled that staff was
authorized to obtain prices for professional services to perform
work originally assigned to an Electric Department employee who
unexpectedly resigned. The two projects were to complete the
supply forecast and financial analysis required for the City's
Common Forecasting Methodology 8 (CFM8) proceedings and complete
a dispatching analysis for the proposed Spring Creek Pumped Storage Project. Mr. Lindley indicated that price quotes were obtained. However,
the Electric Utility Commission (EUC) determined that the best alternative would be to purchase a state-of-the-art production
cost model (computer software) including the cost of a staff
member from the firm providing the model to perform the work.
Mr. Lindley stated that the cost would be approximately 28% below
the quotes received for obtaining consulting services. He added
that this alternative will also provide the City with powerful
software which will increase the Department's efficiency over the
next several years. It is the recommendation of staff to
negotiate a contract to acquire a production cost model and
related assistance for a not-to-exceed cost of $60,000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-95 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding authorizing staff to
negotiate a contract for professional assistance in work
associated with the CFM8 and Spring Creek Project in an amount
not to exceed $60,000, and authorizing the City Manager to sign
the necessary documentation.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-95 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Procedure for Disability Retirement
(R-100-230)
Risk Manager Kirkpatrick stated that recent appellate court
decisions regarding the applicability of the Administrative
Procedures Act to disability retirement litigation have clarified
sections of the act involving certain public agencies. It is the
recommendation of the Risk Manager that Council implement a set
procedure to process industrial disability retirement claims.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Carter, that Resolution No. 89-96 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing a
procedure for industrial disability retirement determinations of
Local Safety Officer Employees of the Public Employees Retirement
System.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-96 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SENIOR CITIZENS HALL - Sewer Line Project (249 Elk Drive)
(W-020-575 & C-050-700)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley stated that the Senior
Citizen's Center was constructed 20 years ago; and because sewer
lines were not within the immediate area, a septic tank was
installed. Mr. Riley explained that because of the age of the
leach lines and heavy attendance at Senior Citizen's programs,
the sewer system is no longer adequate. He explained that a new
sewer line is being constructed from Lake Redding Drive to
Diestelhorst Landing and because of its proximity to the Center,
the Center would like to connect to the system. The Senior
Citizens Board of Directors have recommended to allocate $9000, or 50%, for the project, and the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission has also recommended that the City share the cost with the Senior Citizens for this project.
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission
to authorize the expenditure of $9000 from Park Development Funds
to share in the cost of a new sewer line for the Senior Citizens
Center.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council
Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 89-97 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 50th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 88-235
appropriating $18,000 for the connection to the City Wastewater
system for the Senior Citizen's Center.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-97 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SHASTA GIRLS FAST PITCH LEAGUE - Request to Construct Ball Field
at Parsons Jr. High School
(P-050-600)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley recalled that the Shasta
Girls Fastpitch League asked the City to assume the maintenance
and liability of the proposed ball park to be constructed by the
League at Parsons Jr. High School. Mr. Riley explained that the
neighborhood on Maraglia Street, near Parson Jr. High School, has
never accepted the softball field currently located there because
of night lighting and weekend tournaments, etc. Noting that the
City is currently installing night lighting at Parsons Jr. High
for the soccer program, Mr. Riley pointed out that building
another night-lighted facility will have an additional impact on
the neighborhood.
Mr. Riley stated that the Recreation and Parks Commission
recommended that staff assist the League in finding a more
desirable site that would not create neighborhood resistance.
Ron Helderman, Shasta Girls Fastpitch League, expressed his
appreciation for the Recreation and Parks Commission's position.
However, he pointed out that there are few houses located there
and there are existing fields. Mr. Helderman conveyed that the
field will be used during June and July from 8 p.m.to 11 p.m. He
added that there are not enough facilities to accommodate the
League and the League worked hard to get this location.
Recreation and Parks Commissioner Tomasin noted that all of the
ball parks have had problems in their neighborhoods because of
lights and sound. Commissioner Tomasin indicated that they are
trying to locate the League in a different location.
Mayor Johannessen noted that the surrounding area is also
comprised of commercial uses and apartments. Mr. Riley pointed
out that the proposed facility will be close to existing homes.
There is a backyard no more than 25 feet from the facility.
Mr. Riley conveyed that the Commission offered to help the League
find an alternate site and staff has suggested that Mr. Helderman
come into the office and work this out. Council Member Dahl requested a status report. Mayor Johannessen directed staff to work with the League to find an alternate location and report back to Council by the end of
May.
RESOLUTION - Letter Agreement with Shasta County for Relocation
of Utilities and Construction of Traffic Signal and Hilltop
Drive/Lake Boulevard Realignment Project
(S-070-100 & T-080-700)
Associate Civil Engineer Aasen submitted the Letter Agreement
between Shasta County and the City of Redding for the relocation
of City water and sewer utilities resulting from Shasta County's
relocation and realignment of Hilltop Drive at Lake Boulevard and
Hilltop Drive.
Mr. Aasen reported that the Agreement states that the County will
pay for all costs to relocate City utilities within the realigned
roadway of Hilltop Drive. The City will extend both water and
sewer lines to property adjoining the realigned Hilltop Drive at
an estimated cost of $13,000 for the sewer line and an estimated
cost of $24,000 for the water line. The City is also requesting
that the County overlay approximately 540 feet of Hilltop Drive
in the City limits at an estimated cost of $9000 to the City.
The County is requesting that the City design, award, and inspect
the construction of the traffic signal installation at the
intersection of Hilltop Drive and Lake Boulevard and will pay all
costs associated with the City's performance of this work.
It is the recommendation of the Public Works staff that the
Letter Agreement be approved for the relocation work and
construction of the traffic signal at Hilltop Drive and Lake
Boulevard.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member
Buffum, that Resolution No. 89-98 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding approving the Letter
Agreement dated March 7, 1989, between the City of Redding and
the County of Shasta covering the Hilltop Drive Project, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign the necessary documentation.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Carter, Dahl, Fulton and
Johannessen
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 89-98 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE - Amending Ordinance No. 1865 Pertaining to Sewer
Service Charges
(W-020-590 & W-020-590-075)
City Attorney Hays stated that in Ordinance No. 1865, adopted by
Council on October 18, 1988, Sewer Service Charges, Classes III
and IV were omitted from the text. The only change that was to
be made in the existing Code was to change the word "resolution"
to "Resolution No. 88-362." An ordinance correcting the omission
was submitted to Council. It is the recommendation of the City
Attorney that the Ordinance be offered for first reading.
Council Member Fulton offered Ordinance No. 1884 for first
reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding
amending Ordinance No. 1865, which amended Sections 14.16.070 (Sewer Connection Charges) and 14.16.100 (Sewer Service Charges) of Title 14, Sewers, of the Redding Municipal Code by changing the word "Resolution" to "Resolution No. 88-362."
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Public Utilities Commission - Application by Redding Cellular
Partnership
(S-050-350)
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Happy Steak (Diana L. & Thomas L. Waggoner)
2300 Athens Avenue
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 11:47 p.m., Mayor
Johannessen declared the meeting adjourned to 5:15 p.m., March
28, 1989, at the City Hall Conference Room for a Council Workshop
and Closed Session.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
3/21/89