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HomeMy WebLinkAbout90_02_06.R 52 2/6/90 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California February 6, 1990 7:05 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Reverend Don Wood of the Lassen View Community Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Carter with the following Council Members present: Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter. Also present were Assistant City Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of Public Works Galusha, Engineering Manager Russell, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Tourism and Convention Director Gorman, Assistant City Attorney Schouten, Assistant City Engineer Lang, Director of General Services Masingale, Field Foreman of the Electric Utility Smith, Superintendent of Waste Treatment Craig, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Director of Utilities/Customer Service Vokal, Housing Administrator Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Airports Director Ruff, Communications Specialist Teach, Sewers Foreman Tasello, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. URGENCY ITEM (A-050-060) City Attorney Hays stated that Council Member Johannessen asked staff to bring a resolution supporting Public Radio Station KCHO before the Council tonight as an urgency item. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, placing an item regarding Public Radio Station KCHO on the Agenda as an urgency item. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1989 WASTEWATER COLLECTION OF THE YEAR AWARD (A-050-300-400) Mayor Carter stated that the City of Redding has been awarded the 1989 Wastewater Collection System of the Year award form the Northern Sacramento Valley Section of the California Water Pollution Control Association. Mayor Carter recognized Wastewater Collection employees John Tasello, Dwayne Norman, Willie Enyart, Bud Dean, Bob Wert, Bob Gullixson, Bob Unger, Steve Tatich, and Mike Woods. Sewers Foreman Tasello thanked Council for the opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the crew. Mr. Tasello pointed out that the crew's excellent service record was a determining factor why the award was received. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of January 9, 1990 Regular Meeting of January 16, 1990 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) 53 2/6/90 Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 14, check numbers 152245 through 152891 inclusive, in the amount of $5,536,343.47, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 15, check numbers 290886 through 291554 inclusive, in the amount of $688,784.95, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $148,202.02, for the period January 07, 1990 through January 20, 1990, be approved. TOTAL: $6,373,330.44 Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment GPA-15-89, by Sunset Plaza Partnership (3685 Eureka Way) (G-030-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990, to consider GPA-15- 89, a request to reclassify property from Residential to Office, Retail, and Greenway. Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-16-89, by Sunset Plaza Partnership (3685 Eureka Way) (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990, to consider RZ-16-89, a request to rezone property from Single Family Residential to Office District. Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment GPA-14-89 and Rezoning Application RZ-15-89, by Barbara Shirley (Northwest corner of Placer Street and Buenaventura Boulevard (G-030-010 & L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990, to consider GPA-14-89 and RZ-15-89, an amended request. Resolution - Set Public Hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 8, River Ridge Park Subdivision (A-170-075-008) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-59 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering formation of territory into a Landscape Maintenance District and authorizing the levy and collection of assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990. Abandoned Enterprise Sewer Plant - Request for Proposal for Environmental Risk Assessment (C-070 & P-150-050-500) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director to authorize distribution of a Request for Proposal for the preparation of an environmental risk assessment of the abandoned Enterprise Sewer Plant. Resolution - Annexation 89-12, Collyer Drive, Property Tax Exchange Agreement (A-150-218 & T-010-650) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-60 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding involving property tax transfers between the County of Shasta and the City of Redding for the City of Redding Reorganization No. 89- 12 (Collyer Drive). Resolution - Agreement with Shasta County re Knighton Road Traffic Studies (G-100-030-34 & L-010-200 & S-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-61 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and the 54 2/6/90 County of Shasta for the Knighton Road Traffic Study, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The City budgeted $40,000 under the Community Development Block Grant program for planning, environmental, and traffic studies for the Knighton Road extension from Airport Road to Churn Creek Road, and the Agreement authorizes the County to be the lead agency for the work. Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Denial of Amendment to Variance Application V-5-89 and Use Permit UP-25-89, by David Rudh (775 East Avenue) (L-010-410 & L-010-390) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990, to consider the Appeal of Denial of Amendment of V-5-89 and UP-25-89, a request to establish interior seating with the drive-through restaurant and reduce the required off-street parking from 25 to 15 spaces. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2283, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2283, three phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Pauwels Transformers, in the amount of $50,665.31. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2288, 15kV URD Conductor (#2 & 4/0 Aluminum) (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2288, 15kV URD Conductor (#2 & 4/0 Aluminum), be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Pirelli Cable Corporation, in the amount of $119,362.95. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2289, Aluminum Overhead Conductor (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2289, Aluminum Overhead Conductor, be awarded to the second low bidder, Western States Electric, in the amount of $58,285.35. The low bidder did not meet the requirements of the specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2292, 1000KCM 15kV URD Conductor (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2292, 1000KCM 15KV URD Conductor, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Reynolds Metals Company, in the amount of $84,380.06. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Lassen Municipal Utility District - Lending/Exchange Agreement (E-090) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that the Lending/Exchange Agreement between the City of Redding and the Lassen Municipal Utility District be approved. The Agreement allows Lassen to borrow six surplus City transformers including their interconnection bus and steel support structures, and further allows Lassen to acquire the transformers in exchange for new computer equipment valued at $10,000. The benefit to the City of avoiding disposal costs for the surplus transformers is in the amount of $40,000. Law Enforcement Television Network - Contract for Closed Circuit Broadcast 55 2/6/90 (P-150-150) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police to enter into a contract with Law Enforcement Television Network (LETN) for 24-hour closed circuit broadcasts on law enforcement topics, including information, techniques, and training. The cost for the LETN for the remainder of Fiscal Year 1989-90 is in the amount of $3,416 and funds are available in the asset forfeiture account. Resolution - Permit for Commercial Activities at Redding Municipal Airport for Redding Aero Enterprises (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 90-62 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Permit for Commercial Activities at the Redding Municipal Airport entered into between the City of Redding and John N. Kilpatrick, dba Redding Aero Enterprises, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The Agreement is effective December 15, 1989. Resolution - Approving Purchase of Election Supplies (B-050-100 & E-070-050) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 90-63 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of election supplies for the City of Redding, and authorizing the City Clerk to execute the appropriate documentation. The purchase of election supplies from Sequoia Pacific Systems Corporation is in an amount not to exceed $11,200. Request to Sell Alcohol - Redding Men's Fast Pitch Softball Association (A-110-100) It is the recommendation of the Director of Recreation and Parks that the Redding Men's Fast Pitch Softball Association be granted permission to sell beer and wine during their 1990 softball tournaments at the Redding Softball Park with the stipulation that should a significant confrontation occur at any tournament due to the sale of alcoholic beverages, the remaining tournament's authorization would be put on hold until staff determines if it would be in the best interest of the City to continue the sale of those beverages. Resolution - Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans re Hartnell Avenue Bridge Interstate 5 Overcrossing (S-050-100-300) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-64 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Cooperative Agreement No. 02-SHA-5-R13.95, 02800- 260141, for the Hartnell Overcrossing (Bridge No. 6-124) between the City of Redding and the State of California, acting by and through its Department of Transportation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2212, Traffic Signal Installation at State Route 273 and Caterpillar Road, Federal Project No. MG-Y266(2) (B-050-020 & T-080-700 & G-100-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2212, traffic signal installation at State Route 273 and Caterpillar Road, Federal Project No. MG-Y266(2) (Job No. 9938), awarded to Northern Industrial Electric, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $155,493.50. Resolution Rejecting Bids - Bid Schedule No. 2271, One Tractor with Loader Backhoe (B-050-100) 56 2/6/90 It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-65 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rejecting all bids (Bid Schedule No. 2271) for one (1) tractor with loader backhoe; declaring that such tractor may be acquired in the open market; and authorizing the negotiation thereof by the City Manager. Three of the four bids received did not meet the requirements of the specifications and the fourth bid exceeded the budgeted amount by $1,084. Resolution Rejecting Bids - Bid Schedule No. 2275, One (1) One-Ton Truck with Aerial Boom and Service Body (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-66 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rejecting all bids (Bid Schedule No. 2275) for one (1) ton truck with aerial boom and service body; declaring that such truck may be acquired in the open market; and authorizing the negotiation thereof by the City Manager. One bid was received which did not meet the requirements of the specifications. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2191, East Cypress Avenue Reconstruction; and Resolution - Supplemental Appropriation * (B-050-020 & B-130-070 & S-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2191 (Job No. 9744), East Cypress Avenue Reconstruction, awarded to Tullis and Associates, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $361,588.58. Contract change orders amounted to $31,195.54 of which $19,567.55 is attributed to extra work for drainage facilities because groundwater entering the road subgrade over 50 percent of the project was encountered. There was $337,999 allocated to the contract. It is further recommended that Resolution No. 90-67 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 37th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 89-286 transferring $44,000 from the Special Development Fund for the East Cypress reconstruction. Resolution - Contract with Lawrence and Associates for Preliminary Engineering Work for Hunt Ranch Property; and Resolution - Appropriating Funds * (B-130-070 & C-070-010-050) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-68 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the authorization and contract in the amount of $9,600 for professional services entered into between the City of Redding and Lawrence & Associates, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Lawrence & Associates will conduct a feasibility study to determine the most likely area for a water well and then drill a test hole at that site. Additional funds in the amount of $13,100 are necessary to improve the access road to allow the drilling rig to pass, allow a small contingency fund, and prepare additional noise and traffic studies as part of the environmental impact report. It is therefore recommended that Resolution No. 90-69 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and 57 2/6/90 adopting the 38th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 89-286 transferring $13,100 from the General Fund for preliminary work for the Regional Firing Range. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements for Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 9 * (S-070-230 & S-100-454) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-70 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Wicklow Street in Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 9. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 9, developed by Mary Lake Developers, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. A few minor items or repair/and or correction are still to be made, but weather precludes completion at this time. It is recommended that the security be held by the City Clerk until authorization to release it has been received from the Public Works Department. Resolution - Releasing Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 1709 Milo Avenue, previously owned by Mid-Central California, Inc. (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90- 71 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1709 Milo Avenue, previously owned by Mid-Central California, Inc. Resolution - Releasing Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 1445 Grange Street, previously owned by Dennis E. Parra, II, and Vivian Parra (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90- 72 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1445 Grange Street, previously owned by Dennis E. Parr, II, and Vivian Parra. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 2361 Waverly Avenue, owned by U.S. Small Business Administration (previously owned by Owen R. and Mary L. Brown) (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90- 73 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and confirming the Report and account of the costs of abatement of the junk and debris on the property located at 2361 Waverly Avenue in the City of Redding, owned by the United States Small Business Administration (previously owned by Owen R. and Mary L. Brown). Resolution - Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 925 Locust Street, owned by Samuel Hinman and Sue Hinman; Edmund J. Rudoni and Frances M. Rudoni; Deborah E. Claypole; and Evelyn H. Giordano (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90- 74 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Report and Findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the hazardous building(s) and debris on the property located at 925 Locust Street, in the City of Redding (owned 58 2/6/90 by Samuel Hinman and Sue Hinman, husband and wife, joint tenants, an undivided 25% interest; Edmund J. Rudoni and Frances M. Rudoni; husband and wife, community property, an undivided 25% interest; Deborah E. Claypole, a widow, an undivided 25% interest; and Evelyn H. Giordano, a married woman, as her sole and separate property, the remaining 25% interest). Resolution - Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 1240 1/2 Orange Street owned by Gary and Diane Miralles (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90- 75 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of Intention to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1240 1/2 Orange Street and owned by Gary Miralles and Diane Miralles. Resolution - Permit Agreement with Rodney and Marilyn Thomas, dba Redding Raceway, at Redding Municipal Airport (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney and the Director of Airports that Resolution No. 90-76 be adopted a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Permit Agreement between the City of Redding and Rodney D. Thomas and Marilyn K. Thomas, doing business as Redding Raceway, effective March 1, 1990 through February 28, 1991, (and if elected by Permittee, on a month-to-month basis for a period not to exceed February 28, 1993), for activities at Redding Municipal Airport, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Set Public Hearing - Designating City Council as the Redding Redevelopment Agency (A-050-060 & B-080-370) It is the recommendation of the City Staff that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., February 20, 1990, to consider designating the City Council as the Redding Redevelopment Agency. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, 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 90-59, 90-60, 90-61, 90-62, 90-63, 90-64, 90-65, 90-66, 90-67, 90-68, 90-69, 90-70, 90-71, 90-72, 90-73, 90-74, 90-75, and 90-76, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, Pete Peters (S-020-550) A letter was received from Chairman Peters of the Shasta County Board of Supervisors in support of the City's proposed curbside recycling project. Chairman Peters noted that the project will benefit both the City and the County. Letter from Senior Legal Center of Northern California and Letter from Self-Help Home Improvement Project re Diestelhorst Landing Office Park (C-070-100) 59 2/6/90 Letters were received from the Senior Legal Center of Northern California and the Self-Help Home Improvement Project requesting space in the Nonprofit Office Park, Diestelhorst Landing. Senior Planner Keaney conveyed that requests from other nonprofit organizations have also been received. He explained that the reason the letters were received at this time is because the cut-off date for the McConnell Grant applications is mid-February. It is the recommendation of staff to either authorize staff to submit a non- tenant specific application to the McConnell Foundation and resolve "whom" at a later date or advertise on a City-wide basis asking all interested nonprofit organizations to apply. Council Member Johannessen expressed his concern about the number of organizations that would like to locate there and pointed out that if a nonprofit group has the funds to locate there and they meet the criteria, they are more than likely eligible to be there. He asked how Council should determine which organizations should be there, and whether Council or the McConnell Foundation should make that choice. He questioned what may happen if a lessee experiences economic problems and the building is subleased. Council Member Fulton noted that the issue should be referred back to staff for a recommendation. He noted that there are numerous groups interested in locating there. Council Member Buffum concurred with Council Member Fulton. She stated that this should be a joint decision between the City and the McConnell Foundation. She noted that it would be premature to make a decision at this time. Mr. Keaney clarified that Council does not necessarily want to advertise on a City-wide basis, but does want to find out what interest there is. Council Member Dahl noted that advertising would allow Council to find out once and for all who is interested. He asked how many sites are left in the nonprofit park. City Attorney Hays indicated that the plot plan has four remaining sites left. Mayor Carter asked how Council would prioritize. Council Member Johannessen stated that prioritizing would be based on criteria Council has established. He suggested that those that located there have a high priority. Council Member Dahl stated that prioritizing will be highly subjective, and priorities will probably be set by funding. Assistant City Manager McMurry suggested that staff meet with the McConnell Foundation. He pointed out that if the City advertises, the Foundation may be inundated with requests, and they may object to that. Mr. McMurry explained that staff could meet and discuss the issues and bring a report back at the next meeting. Tom Welsh, Senior Legal Center, stated that he would like to encourage Council to support the Senior Legal Center in its quest for funding. Mr. Welsh stated that the McConnell Foundation is the only foundation capable of supporting this, and applications for grants are due on the 15th of February. Mayor Carter pointed out to Mr. Welsh that it is not necessary for Senior Legal Center to have Council's endorsement to apply for a grant to the McConnell Foundation. 60 2/6/90 Council concurred that staff should meet with the McConnell Foundation to discuss the issues. Letter from Telephone Pioneers of America - Request to Sell Alcohol (A-110-100) A letter was received from the Telephone Pioneers of America requesting to sell alcohol at their annual Crab Feed at the Senior Citizen's Hall on February 17, 1990. City Attorney Hays noted that this is a routine request, the required insurance is on file, and the Chief of Police has approved the request. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, approving the request by Telephone Pioneers of American to sell alcohol at their annual Crab Feed at the Senior Citizen's Hall on February 17, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Letter from Shasta County Board of Supervisors - Library Funding (L-050) A letter was received from the the Shasta County Board of Supervisors requesting the City of Redding to consider providing an additional $50,000 to support the Library program. Mayor Carter reviewed the January 23 letter which states that the library is now open a minimum of 32 hours per week. The County conveyed that they are now budgeting and accounting for library funding in a fund independent of the general fund, and as a result, any revenues for the library remaining unexpended at the end of the fiscal year will remain in the library fund for use in the following year. It states that the Board is also committed to working with the Interagency Library Task Force to provide permanent funding solutions for the library. The Board asks Redding to reassess its mid-year financial position to see if additional money can be provided because there is a budget shortfall of $65,000. Noting that a draft response to the letter has been prepared, Mayor Carter asked Council for comments. Council Member Dahl asked Mayor Carter and Council Member Johannessen if any progress is being made on the Library Task Force. He noted that Council already provided $100,000 based on the County's commitment to provide a permanent funding source. Council Member Johannessen conveyed that at this point a permanent funding source has not been identified; however, the Task Force is hopeful that something will emerge. The Task Force is looking at legislation AB99 and at the 1/2% sales tax as various financing vehicles, but at this point there has been no recommendation from the committee to the Board of Supervisors as to permanent funding. Council Member Dahl asked how long the Task Force will continue to meet. Council Member Johannessen said the Task Force will meet until the job is done. He explained that the options are limited, and he does not believe any options will be available prior to summer. He noted that one city's proposal to set up an independent district for levying a tax was thrown out of court; so there is no great hope for that kind of funding in the immediate future. Council Member Buffum pointed out that Council has committed $149,000 in the last two years. The last $100,000 was given to the County with the stipulation that it be paid in quarterly increments to assure that the library would continue operations. She questioned if that 61 2/6/90 procedure was being followed. Council Member Buffum stated that she would be more comfortable contributing funds if the money was separate from the County's or City's budget so it would not be impacted by any particular political group. Referring to the Auditor-Controller's memo dated January 18, 1990, attached to the Board's letter of January 23, 1990, Council Member Buffum stated that the County describes their accounting fund as follows, "the library fund is an operating fund which can be established and abolished by the Board of Supervisors. It was established for accounting purposes and is not a trust or legally restricted fund. Therefore, any County general funds or any other nonrestricted funds within the fund can be legally transferred." Council Member Buffum emphasized that this does not answer her wish; and for that reason, she would have a hard time contributing any additional money. Mayor Carter noted that a second letter was received from Chairman Peters dated January 6, 1990, in response to a newspaper article outlining Council's negative response to the County's request. Mayor Carter read portions of the letter. Council Member Johannessen stated that the County has a lack of credibility. He noted that the February 6 letter stated that the Library Budget for the 1989-90 fiscal year was balanced based on a previously generally accepted formula for determining both utilization and participation in the Library System as being fair and equitable. This required that Library operations be shared as follows: 60% County; 35% City of Redding, and 5% City of Anderson. Council Member Johannessen said that to his knowledge, nothing has ever been decided and a commitment has never been made regarding the City's share of library costs. He said the City has given funds to the library to help the County, but there was never an agreement that established a method to help fund the library with general funds from the City. Mayor Carter stated that the City's contribution was a good faith effort on the part of the City and that is where Council has been coming from. Council Member Johannessen agreed. He explained that the funds the City has provided have been to help the County library survive during trying times, not a commitment for continued funding. Council Member Dahl reiterated that the $100,000 contribution was to provide funds through the fiscal year crisis and it was given with the stipulation that a commitment from the County that a long term funding mechanism be established so a library with adequate service levels in the community would be established. Council Member Dahl concurred with Council Member Buffum that he is apprehensive about giving more funds away. He noted that the City showed good faith when the $100,000 was taken out of general funds and given to the County. He asked what the City's reserves are. Director of Finance Downing stated that the City has $165,000 in unrestricted reserves. Council Member Dahl stated that the Board should set a priority to maintain current service levels, and if there are any funds left over, those funds can be invested in other projects. He emphasized that everyone needs to work together to find long term funding sources. Council Member Johannessen noted that the County Executive Officer stated on television that the library would be open and operating at present levels for the remainder of the year with no threat of closure. He asked where the credibility is. Council Member Johannessen pointed out that Council wants to preserve the library, 62 2/6/90 and there is no doubt that the City has made a commitment to the library. Noting that Redding residents already pay for the library through their County taxes, he pointed out that the City's contribution of $100,000 was a lot of money and now they are being asked to chip in more. He suggested that the City make some type of commitment to set aside reserves, providing the County demonstrates a need for funds and makes a full accounting of that need prior to receipt. He asked staff to look at this proposal. Mayor Carter expressed support for Council Member Johannessen's idea. Council Member Buffum emphasized that this is an incredibly tough problem that Band-Aids will not solve. She said it may be time to look at a whole different approach. She indicated that some people have been looking at the possibility of a municipal library that subcontracts service to County areas. The operation of the library would not be impacted by State mandated programs as it is with the County. Council Member Buffum said it would in no way alter the level of service and it might protect the library better. She said it is time to get on with the job, and this approach is better than limping along for another three or four years using the Band-Aid approach. Council Member Fulton noted that Council Member Buffum is talking about a budget line item for continued source of financing. Stating that there is a California city currently in court seeking to implement a long range revenue stream for library operations, Council Member Buffum conveyed that if that action is upheld, Redding would have that same opportunity to create a revenue stream. She noted that this is a very premature statement, but the point is that if it cannot be done one way, another way has to be found. She reiterated that a Municipal Library might be something to look at. Council Member Dahl stated that what Council Member Buffum suggested is probably correct. If the County cannot find a solution in the near future, Council will have to represent the needs of the people of Redding. He said the critical element is finding a long term funding not out of the general fund because it simply does not exist. Council Member Johannessen stated that a municipal library has been considered for several years. He questioned whether Council can even consider spending an additional $1 million from the general fund when at this stage of the year, there is only $165,000 of uncommitted reserves from a budget of almost $100,000,000, and especially in view of the fact that there will be an increase of $2 million to $2.5 million in the City's budget next year without a guaranteed source of income. In response to Council Member Buffum's comments regarding a municipal library, Council Member Johannessen reiterated that minimum funding for a library is $1 million a year. He stated that the task force will not find permanent financing until at least the middle of the year; and if it is found then, it will take a year to put into effect. Council Member Johannessen opined that the County has made a commitment to keep the library open for 32 hours per week for the remainder of the year. He stated that if Council set some money aside, not as a budgetary item, but from the City's reserves, and in the event the County needed funds, it could be applied to next year's budget. He added that the County would have to demonstrate the need and make a complete and full accounting. Council Member Johannessen said there is no one on Council who is not 100% supportive of the library. It is a question of who is going to have to pay and who has the money to do it. 63 2/6/90 Mayor Carter noted that Council's comments and proposals give the people some expectation of hope that Council is not just saying no to the Library and that Council will continue to look at the issues. He noted that the proposed draft response states that it is important that the Board come forward with some kind of policy determination within the next 30 to 60 days relating to long term financing of the library or of the Board's intentions for the provision of library services. He added that this is an essential question that must be answered. Council Member Dahl stated that the draft letter is quite appropriate. He said that Council will probably discuss this at budget study sessions in the near future. Council Member Johannessen asked if Council feels comfortable with some type of commitment to continue looking at the situation carefully, and a specific amount of money will not be designated to the library because it will depend on the budget reserves. He reiterated that it will be up to the County to make an absolute and thorough accounting before any funds are given. He concurred that the draft response to the Board is appropriate with that understanding that Council will continue to consider the matter. Assistant City Manager McMurry asked if Council would like to modify the draft response before sending it to the Board. Mayor Carter stated that it is the consensus of Council to send the proposed draft response, and another letter expressing Council's thoughts will be sent as a follow up. SANTA ANA VALLEY IRRIGATION ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1988-4 (A-170-050-655) Council Member Johannessen abstained from discussing and voting on this matter. Bond Counsel Sperry submitted the following documents for consideration. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-77 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Resolution of Intention to order improvements in the Santa Ana Valley Irrigation Assessment District No. 1988-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Johannessen Resolution No. 90-77 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Engineer's Report Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-78 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting the Report and setting hearing of protests for March 20, 1990 in the Santa Ana Valley Irrigation Assessment District No. 1988-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, and Carter 64 2/6/90 Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Johannessen Resolution No. 90-78 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Improvement CLOVER CREEK SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1987-2 (A-170-100-080) Council Member Johannessen abstained from discussing or voting on this matter. Bond Counsel Sperry stated that the Airports Land Use Commission recommended that Assessment No. 72 (Jurin property) in the Clover Creek Sewer Assessment District be zoned "Planned Industrial." This action restored the development density from 80 to 328 household equivalents. Mr. Sperry conveyed that the Agreement regarding this matter has not been signed by the Jurins, and without a signed agreement to elevate the household equivalent assessment, a hearing process is necessary. He said it is staff's hope that the Agreement will be executed and the hearing will not be necessary. Bond Counsel Sperry submitted the following document for Council's consideration. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-79 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering change of proceedings and fixing time and place of hearing for 7:00 p.m., March 6, 1990. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Johannessen Resolution No. 90-79 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment to Shasta County Solid Waste Management Plan (S-020) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding an Amendment to the Shasta County Solid Waste Management Plan. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Department of General Services recommendation dated February 1, 1990 City Clerk Nichols stated that no protests were received. Director of General Services Masingale reported that Sierra Pacific Industries applied to the Shasta County Public Health Department, Division of Environmental Health, for a permit to operate the Aubrey Ridge Landfill northeast of Burney. Mr. Masingale explained that State regulations require amendments to the County Solid Waste Management Plan to undergo public hearings and 65 2/6/90 receive approval from governing agencies prior to submission to the California Waste Management Board for approval. He conveyed that the amendment has passed the County's environmental review process and will have no impact on the City of Redding. It is the recommendation of staff to approve the amendment. Mayor Carter determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-80 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving of an amendment to the Shasta County Solid Waste Management Plan to include Sierra Pacific Industries' Landfill at Aubrey Ridge. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-80 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment GPA-11-88 and Rezoning Application RZ-11-88, by Stoney Ridge Partners (3597 Eureka Way) * (G-030-010 & L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding GPA-11-88 and RZ-11-88. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated January 30, 1990 City Clerk Nichols stated that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney stated that Stoney Ridge Partners requested the reclassification of property from "Greenway" to "Office" and the rezoning from "U" Unclassified District to "C-O" Office District. Mr. Keaney requested that the public hearing be continued. He explained that several issues need to be resolved with Caltrans, Stoney Ridge Partners, and adjoining landowners. Jim Graves, 191 Hartnell Avenue, explained that he is a partner in the Sunset Plaza Shopping Center. Mr. Graves conveyed that he supports the project, and office use is appropriate next to a busy highway. He said he does oppose the Stoney Ridge project using Sunset Plaza for access if they build more than 5000 square feet. Mr. Graves reviewed the problems with Caltrans regarding the easement and encroachment permits. He explained that the Stoney Ridge project, as proposed, will radically affect the circulation of Sunset Plaza. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the public hearing regarding General Plan Amendment GPA-11-88 and Rezoning Application RZ-11-88, by Stoney Ridge Partners to February 20, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Dana Drive/Friendly Road Traffic Benefit District 66 2/6/90 (A-170-130-001) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding the Dana Drive/Friendly Road Traffic Benefit District. 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 January 30, 1990 Council Member Johannessen abstained from discussing or voting on this matter. City Clerk Nichols stated that a letter was received from Bob Reiser asking Council to find a more equitable way to solve the traffic problems. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that Council, upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission directed staff to develop a Traffic Impact Fee for the Dana Drive/Friendly Road Area. A report outlining the proposed fee structure and explaining the basis for the fee, an Issues and Alternatives Report, and a draft ordinance were submitted to Council. Mr. Keaney explained that the fee is based on building square-footage for commercial uses and dwelling units for residential uses. In response to Mr. Reiser's letter, Mr. Keaney explained that at the time staff spoke with Mr. Reiser about the proposed car wash project and the traffic benefit fee, a fee based on land area rather than building area was discussed. Council Member Buffum asked if staff is advocating a 6-month grace period or exemptions. Mr. Keaney explained that a grace period would apply to all properties. He pointed out that all property owners have received written notice of public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council, and the public comment has been minimal. Glen Cameron, 1743 Victor Avenue, stated that he lives east of the proposed district, and has lived there for 20 years. Mr. Cameron conveyed that Shasta County bought part of his property in 1974 to widen Victor Avenue, and they assured him that Victor would not be a high traffic street. He suggested that Victor Avenue be considered for commercial zoning. Mr. Cameron noted that there are day care facilities on Victor Avenue, and they are not considered commercial. He pointed out that they make money and should be considered commercial. Mr. Keaney noted that Victor Avenue is single family and multiple family residential, and the street will carry more traffic based on general growth. He pointed out that when Victor Avenue was designated as an access to the highway, it meant more traffic. The Planning Commission has reviewed this over the years, and they believe that it should remain residential. Council Member Buffum noted that Mr. Cameron has made a good point, and this should be considered further. Darrel Rawlings, 1738 Victor Avenue, stated that he is in the district. Mr. Rawlings said there is a proposal to place a stop light 67 2/6/90 in front of his property at the entrance to the highway, and it does not make sense that his property is not zoned commercial. Doug Bradford, representing Pacific Quadrant Corporation and the Santa Ana Valley Irrigation District, requested an exemption from the benefit district. Mr. Bradford stated that he is a strong supporter of traffic mitigation; however, the district has opened a Pandora's Box for the Target and Food For Less projects. He explained that the fee can be built into the Costco and Home Club project; but Target and Food For Less are financed with old programs, and there is no solution. The projects would have to be refinanced and the only way to pick up the money would be from the tenants which would result in higher cost for retail space than across the street. Mr. Bradford asked that if an outright exemption cannot be granted, to spread it over remaining space that has not been built. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Dahl noted that Target and Food For Less got caught in the middle of the proposed traffic benefit fee. Council Member Buffum noted that there is no question about moving ahead with the benefit district. With regard to Quadrant's request for exemption, she stated that as much as she does not want to grant an exemption, Council must be fair, and Option 3 would be appropriate. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, approving the formation of the Dana Drive Traffic Benefit District in concept and directing staff to prepare the implementing ordinance, and to provide a credit on the remaining floor area of UP- 94-88 and UP-113-88 to be constructed. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Johannessen Mayor Carter asked staff to contact Mr. Reiser and let him know what Council's action is. PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-7-89, by Robert Sexton and George Theobald (Rockaway Drive between Hilltop Drive and View Avenue) (A-010-100) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding A-7-89. 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 January 30, 1990 Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission approved A-7-89, a request to abandon surplus Rockaway Drive right-of-way. Mr. Keaney stated that the right-of-way is not needed for public street purposes. It is the recommendation of staff that Council abandon the right-of-way in concept subject to the affected parties resolving whether or not an existing 12-inch water line in Rockaway Drive will stay in its current location or be relocated. Because the issue was not resolved prior to Council's consideration, it is the 68 2/6/90 recommendation of staff that the public hearing be continued for two weeks. George Theobald, 3288 Wilshire Drive, conveyed that he has recently contacted staff about the abandonment. Mr. Theobald explained that the problem is the water line in relation to the use permit for the project. He said he would like to talk with staff further and move ahead with the project as soon as possible. City Attorney Hays stated that the City has not received or drafted an easement, thus Council cannot act on this matter tonight. Once the easement has been located and the documents prepared, Council may act. Public Works Director Galusha stated that staff agrees with the concept as long as the water main remains twelve feet from any building. He explained that before the existing water line easement is abandoned, some type of easement is necessary. John Sharrah, Sharrah Dunlap & Associates, stated that an easement was not prepared because it was unknown if there would be an abandonment. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, directing staff to work with Sexton and Theobald regarding the location of the easement and prepare the documents to implement the abandonment. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-19-89, by the City of Redding (North of Rancho Road and east and west of Persistence Lane) (L-010-230 The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding RZ-19-89. 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 January 30, 1990 City Clerk Nichols stated that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the prezoning of 15 acres to "R1-B1" Single Family Residential District. The rezoning is being processed in conjunction with Annexation 89-13, Rancho Road/Persistence Lane. It is also the recommendation of staff to approve the rezoning application. Mayor Carter determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Council make the following findings re RZ-19-89: l. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 69 2/6/90 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Board of Administrative Review on December 20, 1989. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Buffum offered Ordinance No. 1911 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the prezoning of certain real property adjacent to the City of Redding (RZ-19-89). PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-5-89, by Helen Stratte, et al. (1343 and 1370 Lakeside Drive) (A-010-100) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Carter opened the public hearing regarding A-5-89. 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 January 30, 1990 City Clerk Nichols stated that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval to abandon surplus Lakeside Drive right-of-way. Mr. Keaney conveyed that the existing right-of-way is not needed for public purposes. It is also the recommendation of staff to approve the abandonment application. Mayor Carter determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Council make the following findings re A-5-89: l. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Board of Administrative Review on December 13, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-81 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a portion of public right-of-way adjacent to property located at 1342 and 1370 Lakeside Drive (A-5-89). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-81 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. TOURISM AND CONVENTION COMMISSION (B-080-540) 70 2/6/90 Mayor Carter recommended that Kit Hamblin and Sue Knapp be reappointed to the Tourism and Convention Commission for four year terms ending January 1, 1994. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Kit Hamblin and Sue Knapp be reappointed to the Tourism and Convention Commission for four year terms ending January 1, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION (B-080-160) Mayor Carter recommended that William Potter be appointed to the Electric Utility Commission for a term expiring October 31, 1992. MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that William Potter be appointed to the Electric Utility Commission for a term expiring October 31, 1992. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - Fulton Absent: Council Members - None Council Member Fulton noted that the appointee is very competent, however, others were very qualified. RESOLUTION - City Manager and City Attorney Compensation (P-100-320) The Personnel Committee evaluated the performance of the City Manager and the City Attorney and recommended an increase in the compensation of the City Manager to $6,975 per month and an increase in the compensation of the City Attorney to $5,824 per month effective January 7, 1990. Council Member Johannessen recalled that Council established a procedure for evaluating the City Manager and City Attorney in January of each year. He conveyed that the Personnel Committee met and recommended that the City Manager and City Attorney receive a cost of living increase in a like amount as was given to employees last July. Council Member Johannessen stated that the City Manager and City Attorney are professional people. He added that the City Manager's and City Attorney's salaries are still substantially below cities of like sizes, type, and work load. Council Member Dahl stated that this evening's action will award a 5% increase in salaries for 1990. He noted that when Council acted in July of 1989 to raise the City Manager's and City Attorney's salaries, Council should have evaluated and considered their salaries in January, but it was put off until July. Council Member Dahl noted that there was a pay adjustment in 1988 and 1989. Council Member Buffum conveyed that Council discussed this issue and Assistant City Manager McMurry wrote the Report to City Council based on Council's findings. Mayor Carter noted that the City Manager's and City Attorney's salary increase is based on their hard work and putting in extra hours. Council Member Fulton noted that during his tenure, he has served with four City Managers. He pointed out that Robert Cowden retired in 1970 with a salary at $22,700; City Manager Brickwood retired in 1982 at $56,000; Bob Courtney retired in 1987 at $62,000; City Manager Christofferson was hired in 1987 at $70,000. 71 2/6/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Johannessen, that Resolution No. 90-82 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 89-215, partially amended by Resolution Nos. 98-239, 89-299, and 89-314 by (1) deleting the existing Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan as of Midnight, January 6, 1990; and (2) immediately thereafter establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan effective January 7, 1990. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-82 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. AIRPORTS COMMISSION (B-080-010) Airports Commissioner Ginne Mistal reported that Redding Municipal and Benton Airpark are progressing in a positive way. Commissioner Mistal commended Airports Director Ruff and staff. Noting that a workshop was held last Saturday, Commissioner Mistal encouraged Council to support this kind of workshop in order to bring the Commission up to speed. Council Members Buffum and Dahl conveyed that the Airports Commission is doing an outstanding job. RESOLUTION - In Support of KCHO (A-050-060) Louise Phillips, Redding Friends of Public Radio, briefed Council on the history of public radio station KCHO. Ms. Phillips stated that a group of citizens proposed to start a full power public radio station, and fund raising began in 1988. A grant was received from the McConnell Foundation, money was raised, and a permit application to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) was submitted. The 30 day waiting period passed in December and no one applied for a competing application; however, the FCC erred and relisted the deadline as January 31, 1990, and within that time period, the University of Oregon filed a competing application. Ms. Phillips stated that if the University of Oregon's filing is not accepted, KCHO will be on in July. Ms. Phillips asked Council to show support for KCHO by adopting a resolution to send to the FCC. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum that Resolution No. 90-83 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding expressing its support for Northstate Public Radio Station KCHO. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-83 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (L-040-300) Assistant City Manager McMurry recommended that Council send letters to Assembly Member Baker and Senator Seymour convincing them not to 72 2/6/90 carry administration bills that would work to the disadvantage of redevelopment agencies. Mr. McMurry also recommended that Council support SB1830 and AB2666 regarding fire safety standards, and communicate that support to Assembly Member Beverly Hanson. Mr. McMurry further recommended that Council oppose SB998 relating to a mandatory pass-through formula in redevelopment matters and send letters of opposition to the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee as well as to our legislative representatives. It is also recommended that Council oppose SB727 regarding additional requirement relating to the housing elements, as written, and send a letter to Senator Leroy Greene indicating the manner in which the bill would have to be modified before it would receive Council's support. Mr. McMurry recommended that Council communicate with the Governor's office requesting that AB145, relating to the 1990 Park Bond Act, be included in the 1990 bond package and that letters be sent to Speaker Willy Brown, Senate Leader Roberti, and our legislative representatives. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to send letters to Assembly Member Baker and Senator Seymour convincing them to not carry administration bills relating to redevelopment agencies; to support SB1830 and AB2666 and communicate that support to Assembly Member Hanson; to oppose SB998; oppose SB727 and draft a letter indicating the manner in which the bill would have to be modified to receive support; and request that AB145 be included in the 1990 bond package. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SIGN ORDINANCE - Committee Recommendation (C-110-100 & C-110-100-400) Senior Planner Keaney recalled that Council authorized staff to hire a consultant to revise and update the City's 20-year-old Sign Ordinance, and a 19 member citizen's committee to provide input on the scope and content of the proposed ordinance was formed. Mr. Keaney explained that the committee believes it will be of little value to update the Sign Ordinance unless there is better sign enforcement. The Committee recommended to adopt a sign ordinance that is clearly defined and uses staff resources for enforcement, and in the alternative, if it is not possible to use existing staff, the City should hire a Code Enforcement Officer. The committee has requested feedback from the Planning Commission and the City Council. Council Member Dahl reiterated that the committee is saying that if the sign ordinance cannot be enforced, there is no reason to go ahead with the update. Mr. Keaney replied yes. Mr. Keaney conveyed that the current ordinance is not being properly enforced, so the committee asked what the purpose is. He indicated that staff is in total agreement. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Buffum, concurring with the recommendation of the Sign Ordinance Committee to create a Code Enforcement Officer position and directing staff to prepare a budget plan for the next budget study session. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SURPLUS PROPERTIES - 3280 Cowgill Lane and 2200 Olive Street (C-070-200) 73 2/6/90 Senior Planner Keaney recalled that in response to requests for purchase of surplus City property, Council authorized the appraisal of surplus properties on Cowgill Lane and Olive Street. The appraised value of the parcel on Cowgill Lane is $22,500 and the appraised value of the parcel on Olive Street is $15,000. It is the recommendation of staff that the Olive Street property be offered to the two adjoining property owners for $7,500 each or sell one-third of the property to the two adjoining property owners for $5,000 each and retain the middle third of the property as open space. It is further recommended that the Cowgill Lane property be put up for bid with the City retaining a turnaround at the top of the hill. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to sell the Klaseens and the Blodgetts one-third each of surplus property on Olive Street in the amount of $5,000 each and retain the middle third as an open space. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Fulton to put surplus City property on Cowgill Lane up for bid and retain a turnaround on top of the hill. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes DIESTELHORST BRIDGE REPLACEMENT (S-070-050-100 & S-050-100) Senior Planner Keaney recalled that Council selected the firm of CH2M Hill to prepare the environmental documents for the construction of a bridge to parallel Diestelhorst Bridge. Staff and the consultant have prepared a draft contract agreement which has been preliminarily accepted by the local district office of Caltrans and the next step will be to submit the agreement to the Sacramento Caltrans' office for final approval. Noting that CH2M Hill's original proposal for the work was $300,000, Mr. Keaney conveyed that the scope of the work has been narrowed and a tentative agreement in the amount of $248,000 has been reached. Mr. Keaney conveyed that staff hopes to bring the contract agreement to Council for formal acceptance by April 1990. In response to Council Member Dahl's question, Mr. Keaney replied that construction of Diestelhorst Bridge should begin in two years. Council Member Buffum noted that a proposal to place the new bridge on the existing bridge was considered. Senior Associate Planner King conveyed that this proposal was considered as a cost saving measure; however, the State conveyed that this would destroy the historical value of the bridge and affect funding for the new bridge. This was an information item and no action was taken. 1990 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (G-100-030-035) Senior Planner Keaney submitted a copy of schedule of events for the 1990 Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). Mr. Keaney conveyed that two public hearings will be held in February to consider the proposals and a recommendation will be made to Council at the April 3 meeting. Mr. Keaney noted that if Council would like the Committee to consider or prioritize certain projects, now would be the appropriate time. Noting that the CDBG program is being developed for only one year, Housing Administrator Maurer explained that new members of the committee objected to the two-year program because they felt they were coming into the middle of projects. She indicated that a one- or two- 74 2/6/90 year program would be established in accordance with Council's direction. Council Member Buffum supported the two-year program. She explained that a two-year program is better planning. Council Member Dahl concurred with Council Member Buffum. REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT - Request by Exchange Club to Build Warehouse Facility (A-090-100 & C-070-100) Airports Director Ruff conveyed that the Exchange Club has proposed to build a 7000 square foot warehouse storage facility on Redding Municipal Airport. The Exchange Club would use the facility for storage only and as a support base during the Air Show time frame. Mr. Ruff indicated that the Exchange Club will dedicate a separate, walled off 2500 square foot portion to the Airports for the Airport's maintenance needs. Mr. Ruff indicated that informal discussions with the Exchange Club have also resulted in the following proposals: the Exchange Club will bear all costs of construction and development of the 7000 square foot warehouse in accordance with appropriate codes, regulations, and policies; and the facility will be leased for ten years with two 5- year options, and in lieu of land rent, a portion of the facility will be dedicated for the Airport's use, and ownership of the entire facility will be assumed by the City at the end of the stated term. Mr. Ruff stated that the Exchange Club also asked to remove and use the pre-engineered steel from the old "Northstar" facility, and separate metering for utilities used by the Exchange Club and Airport maintenance facility will be used. It is the recommendation of the Airports Commission, as well as staff, to direct staff to continue meeting with the Exchange Club to finalize details that will form the basis of a lease agreement to construct a warehouse storage facility. The draft agreement will be reviewed by the Airports Commission and submitted to Council for approval. Council Member Johannessen asked who will pay for the sewer and water hook-ups. Mr. Ruff conveyed that utility hook-up will be discussed; however, he opined that if the Exchange Club wants to build the facility, they would be responsible for the installation of utilities. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Buffum, directing staff to finalize details with the Exchange Club regarding a lease agreement to construct a warehouse storage facility at the Redding Municipal Airport and bring back to Council for approval. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - McClelland Consultants, Inc., Change Order No. 1 for Environmental Services Contract (C-2517) (R-010 & S-020-650 & S-020-550) Director of General Services Masingale recalled that the City of Redding contracted with McClelland Consultants, Inc. for a Redding transfer Station Feasibility Study and Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Transportation Coordinator Duryee requested that a Feasibility Study and EIR for the location of the Redding Area Bus Authority Maintenance Facilities be added to the original contract. McClelland Consultants has agreed to provide this additional service for a cost of $10,910. The additional funds have been budgeted by RABA in the Fixed Route Maintenance Facility Site Study Account. 75 2/6/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that Resolution No. 90-84 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Contract Modification (Change Order) No. 001 to the contract for environmental services between the City of Redding and McClelland Consultants (West), Inc. dated September 6, 1989, to include an additional Feasibility Study and EIR for the location of maintenance facilities for the Redding Area Bus Authority, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documentation. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-84 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Park Development Fees (L-010-100) City Attorney Hays recalled that under the direction of Council, an ordinance was prepared amending the Code pertaining to expenditure of park development fees outside the City limits. It is the recommendation of the City Manager and Director of Recreation and Parks that Council approve the use of park development fees within two air miles outside of City limits. Council Member Johannessen offered Ordinance No. 1912 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 16.05 of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing Section 16.05.020 in its entirety and substituting therefore a new Section 16.05.020 pertaining to Park Fund Utilization. RESOLUTION - Public Convenience and Necessity for Acquisition of Property - Dana Drive/Highway 44 On-Off Ramp Project (South of Dana Drive and north of State Highway 44) (C-070-010) City Attorney Hays recalled that a mitigation measure to the Environmental Impact Report prepared for the development on Dana Drive was the relocation of the ramps onto and off of Highway 44. The property to be utilized for the on/off ramp relocation is 4.27 acres owned by the Stardale Corporation and located opposite Friendly Lane. The property has been appraised and a letter offering to acquire the property was sent to Stardale Corporation and apparently rejected. Senior Planner Keaney stated that the need to relocate the existing Dana Drive/Highway 44 ramps was identified in order to ease traffic congestion on Dana Drive and improve safety on Highway 44 where the merge occurs between traffic getting on Highway 44 from Dana Drive and traffic getting on Interstate 5 from Highway 44. Caltrans has offered to widen Highway 44 if the City acquired the property and relocated the ramps. Mr. Keaney reported that the Planning Commission found that EIR-3-79, as supplemented, adequately addressed the impacts of this project and found that acquisition was consistent with the Redding General Plan. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the City Attorney to commence eminent domain proceedings. MOTION: Made by Council Member Johannessen, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that Resolution No. 90-85 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding finding that public convenience and necessity require the acquisition of approximately 4.27 acres of real property, in fee, owned by Stardale Construction and generally located at 1291 Dana Drive (APA 071-160-36 and 40), for 76 2/6/90 public improvements, namely the Dana Drive/Highway 44 on-off ramp project, as a mitigation measure identified in the Traffic Analysis Supplement to EIR-3-79, and certifies EIR-3-79, together with the Traffic Analysis Supplement prepared in 1989, as adequately addressing the environmental impacts. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Dahl, Fulton, Johannessen, and Carter Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-85 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Young's Market Co. (Young's Market Company) 1497 George Drive La Palomar (Mary H. Luera) 2586 Churn Creek Road Stella's (Joseph Q. Gibson) 2181 Hilltop Drive Flynn's Bonnyview Market (Beverly M. & Thomas E.) 5110 E. Bonnyview Road ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 10:08 p.m., Mayor Carter adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., February 13, 1990, for a meeting with the Alliance of Redding Museums at the City Hall Conference Room, 760 Parkview Avenue. APPROVED: __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ City Clerk