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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1989-05-16 201 5/16/89 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California May 16, 1989 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Reverend Michael Tesauro. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Carter with the following Council Members present: Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, and Johannessen. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Director of Public Works Galusha, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Superintendent of Waste Treatment Craig, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Personnel Services Bristow, Traffic Engineer/Planner Will, Airports Director Ruff, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Heuer, Assistant Finance Director Sundin- Gruber, Risk Manager Kirkpatrick, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Police Sergeant Davidson, City Treasurer Linville, Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of April 25, 1989 Regular Meeting of May 2, 1989 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 21, check numbers 144547 through 144893 inclusive, in the amount of $861,618.09, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 22, check numbers 277248 through 277885 inclusive, in the amount of $612,334.46, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $123,701.44, for the period April 16, 1989 through April 29, 1989, be approved. TOTAL: $1,597,653.99 Treasurer's Report - April 1989 (B-l30-l50) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $20,404,557.15 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust and Funds of Related Entities - $92,951,325.26 Resolution - Victor Avenue Bridge Assessment District No. 1983-9 (A-170-020-900) It is the recommended that Resolution No. 89-150 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering change of proceedings without notice or hearing regarding the Victor Avenue Bridge Assessment District No. 1983-9. The resolution will set the credit reserve from ten percent to seven percent. Disbursement of Property Tax Receipts (T-010-650 & B-130-070) The formal property tax audit report being conducted by the State of California and requested by the County of Shasta is expected to be issued in August. The initial findings indicate that the City was underpaid in the early years of the audit; but the underpaid amount was made up in the last two years. This was an information item. 202 5/16/89 Resolution - Budget Appropriation for Solid Waste Equipment * (B-130-070 & R-010-300-200 & S-020) It is the recommendation of the General Services and Finance Departments that Resolution No. 89-151 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 60th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 88-235 appropriating $2,038,000 for Solid Waste Equipment Acquisitions. Resolution - Landscape Maintenance District No. 6 for Ravenwood Estates (Woodcrest Investors, Ltd.) (A-170-075-006) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 89-152 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, approve the Engineer's Report, and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., June 6, 1989. Resolution - Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 for Shasta View Manor Subdivision (A-170-075-004) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 89-153 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering formation of territory into a Landscaping and Lighting District, and authorizing the levy and collection of assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, approve the Engineer's Report, and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., June 6, 1989. Resolution - Landscape Maintenance District No. 5 for River Park Highlands (A-170-075-005) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 89-154 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, approve the Engineer's Report, and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., June 6, 1989. Resolution - Shasta Senior Nutrition Program - Community Development Block Grant Funds (G-100-030-033) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 89-155 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Agreement between the City of Redding and Shasta Senior Nutrition Program for emergency food assistance. The amendment provides an additional $340 for additional out-of-town trips to gather surplus commodities, effective May 16, 1989. Resolution - Community Development Block Grant Program Certifications (G-100-030-034) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 89-156 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to file a certification for a drug-free work place with the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Liability Claims Administration Contract Amendment (R-100-550-100) It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that Resolution No. 89- 157 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of 203 5/16/89 Redding approving an amendment to the liability claims adjusting and administration service contract between the City of Redding and Gregory B. Bragg & Associates, Inc., dated April 21, 1987, and authorizing the Mayor to sign said Amendment. Resolution - Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan (P-100-320) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 89-158 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 86-147, partially amended by Resolution Nos. 87-12, 87-48, 87-115, 87-212, 87-213, 87-249, 88-4, 88-12, 88-31, 88-42, 88-174, 88-236, 88-246, 88-267, 88-369, 88-412 and 89-61 by (1) deleting the existing Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan as of Midnight, May 13, 1989; and (2) establishing a new Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, effective May 14, 1989. The resolution provides for a new classification title of Cable Access Studio Technician. The 1989-90 Redding Community Access Budget provided for the conversion of a part-time to a full-time Studio Technician to maintain and operate equipment and relieve the Community Access Specialist. Benton Airpark - Aviation Day Request (A-090-020) The Benton Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 157, in conjunction with Hillside Aviation, has requested permission to conduct Aviation Day 1989 at Benton Airpark on June 18, 1989 beginning at 7:00 a.m. until mid afternoon. Approval is contingent upon review by the City Attorney and Risk Manager as to proof of adequate insurance. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2166, Portable Wood Waste "Tub" Grinder - General Services (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule No. 2166, portable wood waste "tub" grinder, be awarded to the low bidder, Fuel Harvestors Equipment, Inc, in the amount of $144,319. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989 Equipment Financing Plan for Solid Waste Equipment items. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2167, One Used Caterpillar 930 Wheel Loader - General Services (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule No. 2167, one used Caterpillar 930 wheel loader, be awarded to the low bidder, Buffalo Machinery, in the amount of $65,674.42. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989 Equipment Financing Plan for Solid Waste Equipment items. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements, Somerset Estates, Unit 2 (West of Victor Avenue and South of Marlene Avenue) * (S-070-230 & S-100-704) It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Resolution No. 89-159 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Somerset Avenue in the Somerset Estates Subdivision, Unit 2. It is also recommended that the improvements in Somerset Estates, Unit 2 Subdivision, developed by Jerry L. Knighten Construction, Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. 204 5/16/89 Acceptance of Final Map - Mary Lake, Units 7 & 8 Subdivision (North of Placer Street and West of Wisconsin Avenue) (S-100-454) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Mary Lake, Units 7 & 8 Subdivision, developed by Mary Lake Developers, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution - Upgrading Components of the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer * (B-130-070 & W-010) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 89-160 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. 88-235 transferring $21,600 for upgrading the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. Components to upgrade the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer will be purchased in lieu of the budgeted Gas Chromatograph Analyzer. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2165, 1988-89 Slurry Seal Program (B-050-020 & S-070-200) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2165 (Job No. 5115-64), 1988-89 Slurry Seal Program, be awarded to the low bidder, California Pavement Maintenance Company, in the amount of $75,522.80. It is also recommended that a $7,500 contingency fund be approved for possible change orders. Resolution - Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans re Interstate 5 Corridor Study (T-080-500 & S-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 89-161 be approved, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Cooperative Agreement No. 02B788 between the City of Redding and the State of California, acting by and through its Department of Transportation, for the proposed Route 5 Corridor Study, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. A traffic consultant will be retained to study portions of SR299, SR44, and Interstate 5 from South Bonnyview Road to Oasis Road and from Auditorium Drive to Oregon Trail. Caltrans will allocate $31,500 toward consultant work and the City will prepare the request for proposal and administer the work of the consultant. Reclassification of Engineering Aid Position - Public Works Department (P-100-320 & P-100-060) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the position of Engineering Aid be reclassified to Engineering Technician and the recruitment to fill that position be authorized. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2175, Senior Citizen's Air Conditioning Modifications (B-050-020 & C-050-700)) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2175 (Job No. 9935), Senior Citizen's Facility air conditioning modifications, be awarded to the low bidder, All Weather, in the amount of $49,440 and an additional $3,430 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees and contract change orders. The City's share of the construction budget is $23,250 and the Senior Citizen's share is $29,620 for a total budget of $52,870. Resolution - Agreement with American Building Maintenance for Janitorial Services at Various City Locations (A-070-020) 205 5/16/89 It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 89- 162 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and American Building Maintenance, effective May 1, 1989, through June 30, 1990, for janitorial services to be performed at various City locations, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. It is also recommended that the City Manager be authorized to execute future amendments, if any. Resolution - Landscaping Maintenance Agreement with John's Landscaping (S-070-200-400) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 89- 163 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Landscaping Maintenance Agreement between the City of Redding and John's Landscaping, effective May 1, 1989, through June 30, 1990, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. It is also recommended that the City Manager be authorized to execute future amendments, if any. Resolution - Agreement with Shasta Elevator Co., Inc. for Elevator Preventative Maintenance Service at Various City Locations (A-070-020) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 89- 164 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and Shasta Elevator Co., Inc., effective May 1, 1989, through April 30, 1992, for elevator preventative maintenance service at various City locations, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. It is also recommended that the City Manager be authorized to sign future amendments, if any. Resolution - Agreement with Redding Youth Baseball for Umpire Services During the 1989 Season (B-130-030-675) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 89- 165 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and the Redding Youth Baseball for 1989 umpire services, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Funding in the amount of $15,000 will be provided. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, 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, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 89-150, 89-151, 89-152, 89-153, 89-154, 89-155, 89- 156, 89-157, 89-158, 89-159, 89-160, 89-161, 89-162, 89-163, 89-164, and 89-165 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Private Industry Council (C-110- & A-050-060) A letter was received from Don Peery, Executive Director of the Private Industry Council, transmitting a resolution honoring the Redding City Council and the Shasta Builders' Exchange for bringing together a public/private partnership activity that produced the Codes 206 5/16/89 Review Task Force report of April 1989. The PIC encouraged Council to continue to strengthen the partnership. Council conveyed their thanks to the Private Industry Council. Letter from the Sacramento River Preservation Trust (B-130-070) A letter was received from Trygve Sletteland, Executive Director of the Sacramento River Preservation Trust, requesting funds in the amount of $3,150 to help establish an Aquatic Resource Research Center in Redding. Mayor Carter stated that he, as well as City Manager Christofferson, have met with the Preservation Trust and considerable progress has been made to establish a research center. Trygve Sletteland, 1666 Ridge Drive, stated that the research center is still in the early stages and has reached the point where money is necessary to keep the proposal moving forward. Mr. Sletteland noted that the center would coordinate well with the new science museum at Turtle Bay and could be used as a drawing card for tourism and fisheries industries and the University of Redding. He conveyed who is working on the project and noted that the group is applying for grants and looking for other funding sources. Mr. Sletteland explained that the research facility would deal with many types of environmental issues peculiar to the North State, especially the anadromous fisheries. He noted that the winter run salmon is now on the endangered species list and if something is not done soon, the winter run salmon will disappear. He indicated that little research has been done on the salmon, and the City of Redding has done more than anyone. Mayor Carter stated that the proposal is attainable and pointed out that a greater emphasis is being placed on habitat because of the problems with fisheries and the demand for water in Southern California. Mr. Sletteland noted that the U.S. Fish and Game Department will be funding a wild trout hatchery, and it is possible the research center may receive those funds and build the hatchery in Redding. He indicated that the group should know by the end of the year if those funds are available. Council Member Fulton asked if this is a one-time request. Mr. Sletteland replied yes. He explained that the Trust is also seeking State and Federal grants and funding from the fishing and timber industries and the University of California. Council Member Dahl pointed out that the proposal could be compatible with Benton Ranch. Mr. Sletteland agreed. He pointed out that receiving some money will help the group get funds from other sources. Council Member Buffum asked if the University of Shasta Action Committee (USAC) sees the proposal to create an aquatic research center as a possible joint effort. City Manager Christofferson responded that it is not possible to answer that question at this time; however, it is to our advantage to pursue a joint effort to ensure that efforts are harmonious. Council Member Johannessen noted that the Trust has not contacted USAC regarding this project. He explained that USAC has been involved with many agencies, including the University of California, regarding a 207 5/16/89 research center. He asked if the Trust has received funding from the timber and fisheries industries or Shasta County and if these agencies have shown an interest in the project. Mr. Sletteland stated that no guaranteed funding has been committed, but representatives from these agencies have been attending the meetings and expressing interest in the project. Council Member Johannessen noted that Council has financially supported many agencies in the past and is now unable to help all of those agencies. He said that the project may be premature. Mayor Carter noted that this is a local community effort to address problems of habitat, place emphasis on research, and create an economic development tool. He added that there is a great deal of interest in the project. Council Member Johannessen stated his concern that the request for funds is for support of grant studies. This is unique because the request for funds usually comes after the grants have been received and the agency is seeking matching funds. In response to questions regarding USAC's role to draw a research center to Redding, Council Member Johannessen stated that there are no turf problems. He reiterated his concern about a private organization asking for funds to begin operations. Council Member Buffum noted that seed money was given to the Shasta Dixieland Jazz Festival, and Mayor Carter conveyed that the City supported the Vulcan Tour. Council Member Dahl stated that the effort should be applauded, the timing is excellent, and if funds can be contributed, Council should do so. He suggested that the proposal be referred to staff to determine if funding is available and staff report back at the adjourned meeting to be held May 23. Council Member Dahl also suggested that the Trust speak with USAC to determine if there is a parallel effort and about the possibility of working together. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, authorizing staff to determine if funds in the amount of $3,150 are available for the Sacramento River Preservation Trust to establish an Aquatic Resource Research Center, contact USAC to determine if there is a parallel effort and the possibility of working together, and submit findings to the Council at the adjourned meeting of May 23, 1989. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Shasta County Board of Supervisors (L-040-300) A letter was received from Chairman of the Shasta County Board of Supervisors, John Reit, requesting Council's support for AB596. AB596 is a mechanism for raising local dollars to meet the cost of court operations. Shasta County Supervisor Francie Sullivan encouraged Council to support AB596. She explained that the legislation contains two major provisions: (1) an additional 20% penalty on non-parking related offenses estimated to generate approximately $220,000 per year for courthouse facilities, and (2) an additional parking penalty of $1.50 to generate approximately $22,000 per year for courthouse construction and improvements. 208 5/16/89 Tom Corbett, Principal Administrative Analysis for Shasta County, also asked for Council's support. Mr. Corbett explained that the courts are backlogged, and there are no funds to create an efficient court system in Shasta County. He stated that 60% of the general fund goes to court usage and facilities. There is a need for twelve courtrooms and twelve judges, and the County only has eight. Mr. Corbett asked Council to send a letter of support to Assemblyman Statham. He added that AB596 will allow local government entities to raise funds to meet local needs. Council Member Buffum said she believes in good City/County relations. She conveyed that the League of California Cities (LCC) adamantly opposed the bill because of the additional parking penalty. She pointed out that $8 is a high parking ticket and would be counter productive to the downtown area. Mr. Corbett conveyed that the parking ticket fee has not been raised since 1981, and the law will not go into effect until 1990. Council Member Buffum suggested that if a 25% penalty on moving violations was implemented and the parking penalty eliminated, the downtown area would not be hamstrung. Mr. Corbett noted that they did not write the legislation; they are asking to be included in existing legislation. He noted that people tend to default or do time if the fines are large. Council Member Johannessen said it is important to stop thinking of the County and City as two different entities. He said he is in favor of the additional penalty on traffic fines; however, he is not in favor of an increase in parking fines because it is counter productive. Council Member Johannessen noted that moving violations are processed by the County; whereas, the City processes the parking fines and an administrative fee is not received. Mr. Corbett noted that there would not be an administrative impact from collecting a higher priced parking ticket. Council Member Dahl stated that he supports the legislation with exception to the parking fines because the Downtown Merchants are trying to survive. Council Member Dahl recommended that Council voice its opposition to that area of the legislation. Council Member Buffum said that the same opposition will be expressed at the quarterly division LCC meeting for the same reasons heard here tonight. She acknowledged the County's need for additional funds and stated that the City would like to assist the County in this area, but Council does not believe hitting the downtown core area is the way to do it. Council Member Buffum stated that now is the time to contact Assemblyman Statham and ask to modify the legislation. She pointed out that the amount of money involved is small. Council Member Fulton agreed that the additional parking penalty fee should be removed from the bill and noted that there is no remuneration for the City for its administrative costs. Mayor Carter informed Supervisor Sullivan and Mr. Corbett that Council supports AB596 without the additional parking penalty; and it is the consensus of Council to draft a letter to the appropriate legislators supporting the measure without the additional parking penalty. No formal action was taken. 209 5/16/89 PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment to Planned Development PD-3-85, Cobblestone Manor, by Dennis Kamisky (300 Hartnell Avenue) L-010-210-090) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding the Amendment to Planned Development PD-3-85. 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 May 10, 1989 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission recommended the approval of the Cobblestone Manor Planned Development Amendment to reduce the number of residential lots to 47 and to construct 86,000 square feet of office space. It is the recommendation of staff that the request be approved. Mr. Perry reviewed the site plan map. He stated that a property owner near the south end of the planned development has expressed concern about the loss of privacy because of the location of the two-story building. Mr. Perry indicated that the site plan will be reviewed, the setbacks will be considered, fences will be installed and the area landscaped. Robert Jones, 3011 Birch, asked what type of fence will be constructed and how long will it extend along the south property boundary. He also questioned if tire restraints will be built to keep cars from going through the fence and how close the 15 gallon trees will be planted. Mr. Jones conveyed that a two-story office building will negatively impact his home by obstructing the view of the mountain areas and impede his privacy. He explained that he has a pool in the backyard and the occupants in the office building will be able to see into the yard. Mr. Perry indicated that a block post fence with wood board inserts will be constructed. He indicated on the map where the fence would be constructed. Mr. Perry stated that Mr. Kamisky will address the tire restraints and landscaping issues. Dennis Kamisky, 617 Country Oak, stated that the trees will be spaced approximately twenty feet apart, and when mature, the trees will be large. Mr. Kamisky stated that a speed bump will line the perimeter of the parking lot. He indicated that he will take the loss of privacy into consideration. They can calculate the height, take some elevations and possibly eliminate windows in the rear of the office building to mitigate the loss of privacy. Virginia Spencer, 3012 Birch Way, submitted photographs of the view outside her living room window and stated that her privacy will be severely impacted. She expressed hope that the size of the building will be reduced and something done to avoid impacting the homes. Mr. Perry indicated that the site plan will be reviewed by the Board of Administrative Review. He conveyed that he hoped Mr. Kamisky will meet with the neighbors prior to that time. Council Member Fulton asked Ms. Spencer if her home is in the County or the City. Ms. Spencer responded that she lives in a small island of County. 210 5/16/89 In response to Council Member Johannessen's question, Mr. Perry stated that the only office building in question is the one located on the south end of the property. Mayor Carter stated that Mr. Kamisky will want to meet with Mr. Jones and Ms. Spencer prior to the site plan going before the Board of Administrative Review. Mr. Jones asked if the property owners will be notified of the BAR meeting. Mr. Perry stated that property owners within 300 hundred feet will be notified, and this would include Mr. Jones. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Ordinance Council Member Johannessen offered Ordinance No. 1889 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 1760, 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-3-85). Council Member Johannessen said he would like to be kept updated about the office building on the corner. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 3 for Candlewood Estates Subdivision (Shasta View Drive) (A-170-075-003) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 3. 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 May 10, 1989 Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council initiated the procedure for the formation of a landscape maintenance district adjacent to the Candlewood Estates Subdivision. Council also approved the Engineer's Report proposing a $55 per lot per year assessment. It is the recommendation of staff that the resolution levying the assessment be adopted. Mayor Carter determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 89-166 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 3 for the fiscal year 1989-90. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None 211 5/16/89 Resolution No. 89-166 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Proclaiming the Week of May 14-20, 1989, as National Peace Officers' Week and May 15, 1989, as Police Memorial Day (P-150-150) Police Sergeant Davidson submitted a resolution proclaiming the week of May 14-20, 1989, as National Peace Officers' Week and May 15, 1989, as Police Memorial Day. Sergeant Davidson conveyed that the Redding Police Department is working in conjunction with the Shasta County Sheriff's Department to increase local community support for peace officers and their enforcement efforts. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 89-167 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding proclaiming the week of May 14 through 20, 1989, as "National Peace Officers' Week" and May 15, 1989, as "Police Memorial Day" in the City of Redding. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 89-167 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. AIRPORTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENT B-080-010) Mayor Carter stated that after interviewing several very good applicants, it is his recommendation to appoint Jim Graves to the Airports Commission for a term expiring May 1, 1993. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Dahl, approving the appointment of Jim Graves to the Airports Commission for a term expiring May 1, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CORRECTION OF MINUTES - March 21, 1989 re Procedure for Disability Retirement (R-100-230) Council Member Buffum asked that her question regarding the procedure for a disability retirement brought before Council on March 21, 1989 be included in the Minutes. Council Member Buffum stated that she asked if the proposed resolution adopting a disability procedure would affect pending litigation. Council Members Buffum, Dahl, and Mayor Carter acknowledged their recollection that Risk Manager Kirkpatrick replied no. MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to include Council Member Buffum's question if the proposed resolution adopting a disability retirement procedure would affect pending litigation and Risk Manager Kirkpatrick's answer, no, be included in the City Council Minutes of March 21, 1989. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TAPE RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS (A-050-060) City Manager Christofferson recalled that Council requested a report on the subject of tape recording Council meetings. Mr. Christofferson reviewed six alternatives open to Council such as court reporting, verbatim stenography, tape recording as the official record, tape recording as a tool, videotape, and status quo, with elaboration. It 212 5/16/89 is the recommendation of the City Manager to maintain the status quo, with Council calling for elaboration if desired. Mr. Christofferson suggested that if Council chooses to tape record the meetings, that the tape recording be used as a tool, with the shorthand record being the actual and official minutes of the meeting and the tapes be erased on a regular basis after approximately 60 days. Mayor Carter noted that the Electric Utility Commission (EUC) records meetings using six hour video tapes which are kept for 60 days. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that the EUC minutes are very lengthy. He added that he would not like to see verbatim quotes in the Minutes. Council Member Fulton agreed and noted that the Minutes are corrected very rarely. He suggested that the present method be maintained with elaboration, if desired. Council Member Buffum stated that she reads the EUC Minutes and likes to get various people's viewpoints. She noted that the Airports Commission would like to tape record their meetings. Council Member Buffum pointed out that meetings should be taped because so much happens and there is so much detail. She added that it is more fair to tape what is said and to be assured that the Minutes are correct when approved. Council Member Buffum noted that even if Council does not tape record, the Commissions will be asking to do so. Council Member Johannessen suggested that if the meetings are taped, the tapes should be erased after approval of the Minutes. Council Member Dahl said the intent is to record the meeting; and when the Minutes are approved, if there is a discrepancy, the tapes can be used as a reference. Council Member Dahl stated that it is not his intent to change the style of Minutes, only to record as a reference. City Attorney Hays suggested that Council not use the video tape method, and pointed out that the present audio system has only half its capacity. He also added that in order to record, each individual microphone must be turned on, and tapes must be turned over every hour. Council concurred to tape record the meetings on a trial basis, using existing equipment, and then determine during budget preparation if a new recording system is necessary. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to approve the tape recording of City Council meetings for reference purposes only on a trial basis. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (L-040-300) City Manager Christofferson reviewed the Report to City Council dated May 9, 1989 regarding League of California Cities Legislative Bulletins 16 and 17. Mr. Christofferson recommended that Council oppose SB895 regarding a shift of some property tax from cities to counties for the cost of property tax administration. 213 5/16/89 Mr. Christofferson also recommended that Council support SB341 relating to limiting the liability of cities in direct proportion to the actual percentage of exposure. Regarding AB145, which is the vehicle to set up the 1990 Park Bond Act, Mr. Christofferson recommended that Council write a letter to the bill's authors requesting modification in two areas. Those two areas are the allocation formula and tying the availability of per-capita funds to the status of a city's housing element. It is also recommended that Council support SB300, a major transportation finance bill to fund improvements at the State and local level. Mr. Christofferson recommended that Council support AB538 regarding enactment of an anti-customer raiding policy among utilities of the State. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to oppose SB895 and support SB341, SB300, and AB538, and send letters to the appropriate legislators; and write a letter requesting modification of AB145. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Organization of the Tourism and Convention Function * (P-100-320 & A-050-050 & A-050-500) Assistant City Manager McMurry recalled that Council moved to consolidate the Convention and Visitors Bureau and Convention Center Departments into a single department and directed staff and the Tourism and Convention Commission to develop an organizational arrangement. Mr. McMurry reported that the Tourism and Convention Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to adopt an organizational arrangement which calls for the tourism promotion and Convention and Visitors Bureau functions and the Convention Center operations and maintenance function to be consolidated under a single department head with the title of Tourism and Convention Director. An organizational arrangement and class specification for the Director's position was approved by the Commission and a copy of the same was submitted to Council. The Commission also recommended that staff commence an immediate recruitment to fill the Director's position. Mr. McMurry conveyed that staff supports the Commission's recommendations. In response to Council Member Johannessen's question, Mr. McMurry stated that the recruitment process will be conducted by staff, an outside firm will not be used. Council Member Dahl noted that it has been a long and frustrating endeavor, and the work of staff and the Commission is appreciated. He noted that this organizational plan will enhance coordination. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, approving the organizational arrangement of the tourism and convention function as depicted in the attachment to the Assistant City Manager's Report to City Council dated May 11, 1989. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 89-168, be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 86- 147, partially amended by Resolution Nos. 87-12, 87-48, 87-115, 87- 212, 87-213, 87-249, 88-4, 88-12, 88-31, 88-42, 88-174, 88-236, 88- 246, 88-267, 88-369, 88-412, 89-61, and 89-158 by (1) deleting the 214 5/16/89 existing Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan as of Midnight, May 13, 1989; and (2) immediately thereafter establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan effective May 14, 1989, and authorizing staff to commence an immediate open recruitment to fill the position. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 89-168 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Johannessen stated that existing management employees should have an opportunity to apply for the position of Tourism and Convention Director. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-5-89 - Highland Oaks Subdivision, by Bergstrom, Edgren, and Tucker (S-l00-282) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 46.07 acres of approximately 158.6 acres into 84 single-family residential lots, located one-half mile north of Rancho Road, west of Goodwater Avenue, and east of Western Oaks Estates Subdivision, Unit 1, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S- 5-89. 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-8-89 - Bradford Estates Subdivision, by Dorothy Tidmore (S-l00-062) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide six acres into ten single-family lots, located at the southerly terminus of Tidmore Lane, in a "U" Unclassified District, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-8-89. 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-7-89 - Ridgecrest Condominiums, Phase 2, by Jack Swindell (S-l00-633) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has approved the tentative map and the condominium plan for Phase II of the Ridgecrest Condominium project, located on the west side of Hilltop Drive east of North Market Street (Highway 273) on the ridge top overlooking the Benton Ranch property, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-7-89. The second phase will consist of 40 townhouse units in a mixture of duplex, four-plex, six-plex, and eight-plex buildings, and guest and RV parking, pool, and common landscaped areas. 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-6-89 - College Highlands, by Simpson College (S-l00-103) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 27.8 acres into 79 single-family residential lots and a remaining parcel, located south of College View Drive west of the future Simpson College campus, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-89. A map of the area and a copy of the 215 5/16/89 conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. RESOLUTION - Country Oaks Subdivision Annexation No. 88-5, Property Tax Exchange Agreement (A-150-204 & T-010-650) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that on April 18, 1989, Council directed staff to negotiate with the County of Shasta regarding the County's proposal to use the "uninhabited" property tax exchange formula for Country Oaks Subdivision Annexation and future annexations. It was noted at that time that the "uninhabited" formula was unacceptable. Mr. Perry indicated that Shasta County Community Services Director Larry Preston subsequently submitted a revised proposal to replace the previously agreed upon formula that the County rescinded. Mr. Perry conveyed that the net effect of the single revised formula is nearly the same as the previous "inhabited" and "uninhabited" formulas used before. It is the recommendation of staff to accept the new property tax exchange formula. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 89-169 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding involving property tax transfers between the City of Redding and the County of Shasta for the City of Redding Reorganization No. 88-5 (Country Oaks). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 89-169 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Cypress-Canby Hilltop Redevelopment Survey Area RESOLUTION - Midtown Mall Survey Area * (R-030-050-651 & R-030-150-701) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted resolutions to designate redevelopment survey areas for the expansion of the Market Street Redevelopment Project and the Candy-Hilltop- Cypress Project. Mr. Perry indicated that the Market Street Project revision is based on the Market Street Committee's recommendation for additions and the consultant's review of the base value. Mr. Perry conveyed that the consultant indicated that there was not enough base value for the project. Mr. Perry stated that improvements in the Candy-Hilltop-Cypress Project may be fifteen years away. He explained that money is not available at this time, but may be in the future. Council Member Buffum said it was her understanding that new rulings concerning redevelopment projects would make it more difficult to prove blight. Mr. Perry indicated that the project areas encompass only 15% of the City. He explained that blight can be something other than dilapidated structures. Blight can be flooding, heavy traffic, and congested areas. In response to Council Member Johannessen's question, Mr. Perry stated that counties have not typically liked redevelopment projects because 216 5/16/89 they take money from their coffers. Mr. Perry pointed out that many of these improvements will enhance the County's facilities. He noted that the State is attempting to protect their budget, and although the State can write laws, each city and county must be looked at on an individual basis. Council Member Johannessen asked if these projects may be grandfathered in if this legislation passes. Mr. Perry conveyed that staff is hoping that will occur. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 89-170 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding designating a redevelopment survey area for amendment of the Candy-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 89-170 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 89-171 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding designating a redevelopment survey area for amendment of the Midtown Mall Redevelopment Project. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 89-171 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORTS (A-050-250) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the monthly status reports for April 1989 for the following work areas: (1) redevelopment activities; (2) housing activities; (3) annexations; (4) planning applications; (5) building applications; (6) parks design, and (7) public access. This was an information item, and no action was required. LIABILITY CLAIMS APPROVAL LIMIT (R-100-550) Risk Manager Kirkpatrick recalled that the City became self-insured in 1986. Council authorized the Assistant City Attorney to approve liability claims up to $3,000, and any amount over $3,000 required City Council approval. He further added that in 1987, the limit for the Risk Manager was set at $5,000. Mr. Kirkpatrick conveyed that Council Member Buffum suggested that the limit be increased to $10,000. Council Member Johannessen stated that the $10,000 limit is acceptable with the provision that the City Manager and City Attorney also approve the liability claim. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Buffum, approving the the Risk Manager's authority for claims settlement in an amount up to $10,000 with the approval of the City Manager and City Attorney. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 217 5/16/89 AWARD OF BID - Bid Schedule No. 2154, Two 1500 GPA Custom Class "A" Pumpers - Fire Department (B-050-100) Fire Chief Bailey stated that the 1988-89 fiscal year budget provided $395,000 for the acquisition of a Fire Truck Pumper. A further review of the Fire Department's needs indicated that the purchase of two heavy engines would better fill the current need for apparatus than the fire truck pumper. Fire Chief Bailey stated that the Department intended to ask for approval to purchase a replacement engine in fiscal year 1989-90. It is the recommendation of staff that Bid Schedule No. 2154, two 1500 GPA Custom Class "A" Pumpers be awarded to the low bidder, Paramount Equipment, in the amount of $349,051.64. This opportunity to purchase two engines for the price of one fire truck pumper will allow the Department to remove the next year's request for another vehicle. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, to award Bid Schedule No. 2154, Two 1500 GPA Custom Class "A" Pumpers, to the low bidder, Paramount Equipment, in the amount of $349,051.64. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Engineering and Traffic Surveys for Speed Zoning (T-080-750-700) Public Works Director Galusha stated that the City has established speed zones in conformance with the State of California Traffic Manual and Vehicle Code to allow the Police Department to utilize radar as a means of detecting motorists in violation of the established speed limits. Engineering and Traffic Surveys are conducted at a maximum interval of five years or sooner if there are changes to the road segment. Mr. Galusha conveyed that Volume I, Speed Studies on Various City Streets 1984, has reached the five year limitation, and staff has prepared the 1989 Engineering and Traffic Surveys. It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission and staff to adopt an ordinance establishing speed limits on various City streets. Council Member Johannessen offered Ordinance No. 1890 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 11.12 of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing Section 11.12.010 in its entirety and substituting therefore a new Section 11.12.010 pertaining to speed limits on certain streets. REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION (P-100) Mayor Carter stated that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6(a) to discuss personnel matters. At the hour of 9:07 p.m., Mayor Carter declared the meeting adjourned to closed session. At the hour of 10:15 p.m., Mayor Carter reconvened the meeting to regular session. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association - Publicity (B-130-030-700) Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) 218 5/16/89 Rico's Pizza (Sheila & Stephen Johnson) Parkview Avenue near Hartnell Avenue Granny's Good and Plenty (Chan Meng & Mouang Choy Saechao) 1135 Pine Street #101 Asian Market (Ouane & Vanh Khamsaly) 2825 Market Street Public Utilities Commission - Request from PG&E to adjust electric rates (S-050-350) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:15 p.m., Mayor Carter adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., May 23, 1989, at the City Hall Conference Room for a City Council Workshop. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Assistant City Clerk