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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1990-05-01 193 5/1/90 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California May 1, 1990 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Pastor Chad Orton of the Church of the Nazarene. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Buffum with the following Council Members present: Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss and Buffum. 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, Police Chief Blankenship, Resources Manager Coleman, Director of Finance Downing, Director of General Services Masingale, Assistant City Engineer Lang, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Senior Associate Planner King, Traffic Engineer-Planner Will, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. RESOLUTION - Public Service and Productivity Award (P-100-200) Mayor Buffum stated that the Suggestion Committee met on April 24, 1990, and selected Fire Captain Bob Pugh to receive the Public Service and Productivity Award for his suggestion to use the equipment hoist at Fire Hall No. 1 to test ladders rather that purchase a hoist designed solely for this job. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-184 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding recognizing the May 1990 "Employee of the Month" in the City's Public Service and Productivity Award Program. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-184 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Buffum congratulated Mr. Pugh and presented him with a plaque. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES * (B-080-300 & B-080-370) Mayor Buffum presented appreciation plaques to retired Planning Commissioner Gary Anthis and Redding Redevelopment Members Bill McDaniel, Dave Rutledge, Terry Topolski, and Virgil Weld. Council thanked Mr. Anthis and the Redevelopment Agency members for their hard work and dedication to the City. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of March 27, 1990 Regular Meeting of April 3, 1990 194 5/1/90 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 20, check numbers 155216 through 155873 inclusive, in the amount of $2,588,015.98, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 21, check numbers 295040 through 295780 inclusive, in the amount of $706,541.92, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $163,617.25, for the period April 1, 1990, through April 14, 1990, be approved. TOTAL: $3,458,175.15 Resolution - Lease/Purchase of Photocopy Equipment (A-070-090) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 90-185 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the execution and delivery of three Lease/Purchase Agreements, each entitled "Xerox Order Agreement," together with related instruments, between the City of Redding and Xerox for the Lease/Purchase of three copiers. The Agreements are for three years at 10.5% interest for a total monthly expenditure of $459.27. Set Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment Application GPA-2-90, by Peggy Kesterson (1126 Old Alturas Road) (G-030-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 15, 1990, to consider GPA-2-90, a request to reclassify property from "Residential, 9.0 units per acre" to "Retail Commercial." Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-1-90, by City of Redding (North of Rancho Road and west of Old Oregon Trail) (L-010-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 15, 1990, to consider RZ-1-90, a request to prezone property to "U" Unclassified District, "PI-B50-F" and "PI-B5A-F." Set Public Hearing - Abandonment Application A-3-90, by R. Wittell (Gunn Court at Creekside Drive) (A-010-100) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-186 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to abandon a portion of the Gunn Court street right-of-way located at the northeast corner of Creekside Drive and Gunn Court (A-3-90) and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., June 5, 1990, to consider Abandonment Application A-3-90. Annexation 90-4 - Old Oregon Trail (A-150-226) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Annexation 90- 4, Old Oregon Trail, be referred to Departments for review and comment; to the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental determination; and to the Planning Commission for prezoning. Staff will also contact LAFCO to discuss the feasibility of this annexation. Resolution - Agreement with Henwood Energy Services, Inc. (E-120) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No. 90-187 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the following Agreements, and authorizing the Mayor to sign: 1. Professional Services Agreement between the City of Redding and Henwood Energy Services, Inc. (Henwood) to analyze proposals from five independent power producers, not to exceed $35,000.00. 195 5/1/90 2. Letter of Agreement for services between the City of Redding and Bonneville Pacific Corporation to share the cost of the Henwood Contract. 3. Letter of Agreement for services between the City of Redding and EECO Energy to share the cost of the Henwood Contract. 4. Letter of Agreement for services between the City of Redding and Energy Services, Inc. to share the cost of the Henwood Contract. 5. Letter of Agreement for services between the City of Redding and Industrial Power Technology to share the cost of the Henwood Contract. 6. Letter of Agreement for services between the City of Redding and Zurn Industries, Inc. to share the cost of the Henwood Contract. Resolution - Amendment No. 1 to the Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement of the M-S-R Public Power Agency (E-120-500) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No. 90-188 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to the amended and restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement of the M-S-R Public Power Agency by and among Modesto Irrigation District, the City of Santa Clara, and the City of Redding. Amendment No. 1 clarifies that M-S-R may enter into purchased power contracts; however the amendment will not obligate Redding to participate in any purchased power contract until both M-S-R and the City Council have approved a particular purchased power contract. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2315, 15kV URD Conductor (750 KCM Aluminum) (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 2315, 15kV URD Conductor, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Reynolds Metals Co., in the amount of $138,130.31. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2318, 3-Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 2318, 3-phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Pauwels Transformers, in the amount of $43,617.75. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989/90 budget. Resolution - Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force Agreement (P-150-150) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 90-189 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-6 by replacing Page Four of the Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force (SINTF) Agreement to delete reference to the Chief Probation Officer of Shasta County being on the Advisory Council (governing board). Resolution - Budget Appropriation re Temporary Drop-Off Center at Benton Transfer Station * (B-130-070 & P-100-060 & S-020-650) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 90-190 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. 89-286 appropriating $2,500 and establishing one Intermediate Clerk position for the Voluntary Drop- Off Center at the Transfer Facility. 196 5/1/90 Resolution - Change Order No. 3 to Professional Services Contract 2457 with Lawrence & Associates (S-020-300) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 90-191 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign Contract Modification 003 and its related authorization and Contract for Professional Services in an additional amount not to exceed $16,200.00 between the City of Redding and Lawrence & Associates for performing additional tasks for the Benton Landfill Closure Plan, namely drilling and installing six additional gas monitoring wells at the newly-established boundary of the Benton Landfill. Resolution - Budget Appropriation; and Resolution - Contract with Toter, Inc. re Automated Refuse Containers * (B-130-070 & B-050-100 & S-020-100) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 90-192 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. 89-286 appropriating $25,800 for Solid Waste Refuse Containers. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 90-193 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring that an emergency situation exists; authorizing the bypass of the formal bidding process; awarding a Contract to Toter, Inc. (single vendor) for the purchase of automated refuse containers in the amount of $25,800, and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Resolution - Purchase of Communications Equipment for Solid Waste Division (B-050-100 & S-020-100) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 90-194 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring that an emergency situation exists; authorizing the bypass of the formal bidding process; awarding contracts to Motorola Communications and Heil West, Inc. (single vendors) for the purchase of Solid Waste equipment; and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. The contract with Motorola Communication is in the amount of $5,580 for eight 150-megahertz radios, and the contract with Heil West, Inc. is in the amount of $2,100 for four television monitors for rear-view camera systems. The purchase will replace stolen equipment. Resolution - Destruction of Documents (A-050-055-750) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 90-195 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records. Resolution - Budget Appropriation for Materials and Supplies for Recreation Activities * (B-130-070 & B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution No. 90-196 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 59th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 89-286 appropriating $17,500 for salaries and materials at recreation activities. Fees and charges from participants in recreation programs will fund these purchases. 197 5/1/90 Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for Western Oaks Subdivision, Unit 2 ( East of Alta Mesa, north of El Vista, and west of Saratoga) * (S-070-230 & S-100-783) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-197 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Glen Vista, El Vista, and Vista Oaks in the Western Oaks Subdivision, Unit 2. It is also recommended that the improvements in Western Oaks Subdivision, Unit 2, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk return the securities to the developer, Ronald G. and Margaret A. Mygrant. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for Country Homes Planned Development, Unit 1, Phase 1 (Southeast corner of Oasis Road and Gold Hills Drive) * (S-070-230 & L-010-210-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-198 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Gold Hills Drive in the Country Homes Planned Development, Unit 1, Phase 1. It is also recommended that the improvements in Country Homes Planned Development, Unit 1, Phase 1, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk return the securities to the developer, Country Homes. Acceptance of Final Map - Knollcrest Subdivision (North of Foothill Boulevard and West of The Knolls Planned Development) (S-100-395) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Knollcrest Subdivision, developed by Frank Wilson, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Acceptance of Final Map - The Knolls Planned Development, Unit 3 (South of Eureka Way and north of Foothill Boulevard) (L-010-210-390) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for The Knolls Planned Development, Unit 3, developed by The Knolls, a partnership, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for River Park Highlands, Unit 3 (North of Benton Drive, east of Quartz Hill Boulevard) * (S-070-230 & S-100-654) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-199 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of River Park Drive, Trailview Park, and Shadow Run Court in the River Park Highlands Subdivision, Unit 3. It is also recommended that the improvements in the River Park Highlands Subdivision, Unit 3, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk return the securities to the developer, Redding Woodcrest Investors. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements and Final Map for Tahoe Court Subdivision (North of Mountain Lakes Boulevard between Charles Drive and Beltline Road) * (S-070-230 & S-100) 198 5/1/90 It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-200 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation all of Tahoe Court in the Tahoe Court Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Tahoe Court Subdivision, developed by Mountain Properties, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder. Acceptance of Final Map - Highland Oaks, Unit 1 (North of Rancho Road and west of Goodwater) (S-100-282) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Highland Oaks, Unit 1, developed by Highland Oaks Partnership, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution - Agreement with Electrical & Control Systems Engineering, Inc. (B-050-020-300 & W-030-125-050) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 90-201 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the "Authorization for Professional Services" Agreement dated April 2, 1990, between the City of Redding and Electrical and Control System Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $7,400, to perform electrical and control system design for City of Redding Pumphouse 5, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. 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 - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution Numbers 90-185, 90-186, 90-187, 90-188, 90-189, 90-190, 90- 191, 90-192, 90-193, 90-194, 90-195, 90-196, 90-197, 90-198, 90-199, 90-200, and 90-201 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Happy Valley Fire District (P-150-070) A letter was received from Manuel Romero, Chairman of the Board of the Happy Valley Fire District and the Happy Valley Volunteers thanking the City of Redding for loaning the Happy Valley Fire Department the Jaws of Life tool. Mr. Romero noted that the rescue tool will be put to good use by the District. This was an information item. Letter from Steve Courtney (W-020-575) A letter was received from Steve Courtney requesting the City to lower the sewer siphon structure located at 3615 Riverview Drive to ground level and a new gas tight lid be installed to prevent the escape of sewer odor. 199 5/1/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to refer Mr. Courtney's request regarding the sewer siphon structure to the Public Works Department staff for consideration and directing staff to make a recommendation to Council at the regular meeting May 15, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes. Letter from Bella Vista Elementary School District - "Just Say No" (A-050-060) A letter was received from Marv Steinberg, Superintendent/Principal of the Bella Vista Elementary School District, noting that the School District designated the week of May 6-12, 1990, as "Just Say No" Week and is supporting the Shasta County Walk Against Drugs on May 11. Heather Adkins and Kim Reisner, students from the Bella Vista Elementary School District, talked about the upcoming activities during "Just Say No" Week. This was an information item and no action was required. Letter from Ballroom Dance Club (A-110-100) A letter was received from Elizabeth Freitag, President of the Dance Party Ballroom Dance Club, of Anderson, requesting permission to sell alcohol during their Dance Party at the Senior Citizen's Hall on May 19, 1990. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Arness, approving the request by Dance Party of Anderson to sell alcohol at the Senior Citizen's Hall on May 19, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SHASTA VIEW DRIVE EXTENSION ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1986-1 (A-170-050-675) Public Works Director Galusha stated that the Shasta View Drive Extension Assessment District was begun in 1986 for the extension of Shasta View Drive from Highway 44 north to Old Alturas Road, and plans for this district are now being dropped. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 90-202 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding abandoning proceedings in the Shasta View Drive Extension Assessment District No. 1986-1. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-202 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. SHASTA VIEW EXTENSION ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1990-2 (A-170-120-840) Public Works Director Galusha stated that the Shasta View Extension Assessment District is a proposed acquisition assessment district to build Shasta View Drive from Rancho Road north. It is the recommendation of staff to initiate proceedings to form the district. Petition Certificate re petition Resolution 200 5/1/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-203 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting the petition in the Shasta View Extension Assessment District No. 1990-2. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-203 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Boundary Map Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-204 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Boundary Map in the Shasta View Extension Assessment District No. 1990-2. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-204 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-205 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement for Legal Services in the Shasta View Extension Assessment District No. 1990-2. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-205 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-206 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement for Engineering Services in the Shasta View Extension Assessment District No. 1990-2. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-206 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-207 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of Intention in the Shasta View Extension Assessment District No. 1990-2. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-207 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. SANTA ANA VALLEY IRRIGATION (SAVI) ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1988-4 (A-170-050-655) 201 5/1/90 Public Works Director Galusha recalled that the SAVI Assessment District is for the construction of the commercial subdivision east of the Mt. Shasta Mall. Mr. Galusha conveyed that the project has been completed, and all that remains is the filing of the Amended Engineer's Report and setting a date for a public hearing. Amended Engineer's Report Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-208 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding preliminarily approving the Amended Engineer's Report and fixing the time and place of public hearing on May 15, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-208 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Traffic Impact Fee Program (T-080-400) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding the Traffic Impact Fee Program. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Department of Public Works recommendation dated April 25, 1990 Director of Public Works Galusha reviewed the Report to City Council dated April 25, 1990, which is incorporated by reference herein. Mr. Galusha outlined the impacts of growth on the City's transportation system and the development of a transportation plan to meet the City's transportation needs. He noted that staff has been meeting with members of the Builder's Exchange Task Force to reach a consensus on the traffic impact fee program. All agree that a traffic impact fee is necessary, but disagree on how much the fee should be. Transportation Coordinator Duryee reviewed seventeen traffic improvement projects staff has identified to maintain the level of service the community has come to accept. Mr. Duryee stated that these projects represent $35,000,000 in costs over a ten-year period; and at this time, there is no stable, long term funding mechanism to pay for these improvements. Mr. Duryee outlined the traffic impact fee revenue program. He indicated that the proposed revenue program will not be a substitute for existing traffic benefit districts and a credit procedure would be implemented so a developer would not pay twice for the same improvement. City Manager Christofferson stated that the traffic problem is significant and requires a solution. Staff is recommending a fee program that will meet transportation needs. Noting that the recommended fee for a new single-family home will be $1,788, Mr. Christofferson stated that implementing a fee that is half that amount will not solve the problem. Council Member Fulton pointed out that some of these projects may be solved by using lesser means. He added that staff has determined the most expensive way to solve problems. Council Member Fulton 202 5/1/90 questioned why another grade separation over the railroad tracks near Mercy Hospital was not included in the project list. Council Member Arness opined that the list is probably compensating in its error, rather than in its favor. He stated that there are many projects that could be added to the list and funds are needed for acquisition of property for right of way, as well. Russell Hunt, 2058 Sonoma Street, stated that this is a historical turning point, and Council can either let development off the hook or deal with the problem. Mr. Hunt suggested that Council pay attention to staff because they know what they are talking about. He said that the fee should not be to small, and there should be an annual adjustment for inflation rate. He recommended that staff's recommendation be adopted. Kent Dagg, 3483 Margarita Court, Executive Director of the Builders Exchange and Chairman of the Traffic Task Force, noted how the Builder's Exchange was actively involved in the process of setting sewer and water fees. Mr. Dagg submitted copies of the Traffic Task Force Report to Council for consideration. He said the coalition is asking the City Council for a 60-day delay in making its decision on increasing fees. Mr. Dagg conveyed that the Task Force solicited Ryan and Associates, a real estate appraisal firm, to evaluate the report. Tracy McCary, Ryan & Associates, 371 South Street, stated that traffic impact fees are not new, and there is no question of the need for additional revenue. Ms. McCary stated that it is difficult to assess what will happen if the staff recommended fee is implemented. She added that further study is warranted. Ms. McCary noted that fees established in other communities did not discourage growth, and in some instances, a larger fee allowed more growth to occur. She explained that the fee made growth more palatable. She conveyed that some communities implemented a fee and did not plan for a downturn in the market. Ms. McCary submitted graphs pertaining to the price and subsequent quality of a new home, a comparison of Redding's proposed fee to other communities, the burden on residential, as well as retail, office and industrial development, and the effect of higher sales price on affordability. She discussed economic growth and if the fee will stymie growth and the relocation of industry to Redding. Jim Graves, 3712 Sunflower, conveyed how the traffic impact fee will affect the small professional builder. Mr. Graves expressed concern about the fee putting the brakes on economic development, stifling growth, and resulting in higher prices. He pointed out that medium- size developers are the backbone of the community. He indicated that a developer can maneuver within prevailing market prices; however, fee schedule changes are irreversible and never go back down. Mr. Graves opined that this is an exaggerated reaction to what is happening behind the Mount Shasta Mall. He stated that small local developers cannot write fees off over a period of time like large developers can. Costs must be written off on a specific project. Mr. Graves said the City must spend money prudently and prioritize the proposed projects. All the facts must be investigated thoroughly. Mr. Graves emphasized that it is the medium size developer who is in danger. He added that Council has an obligation to try to hold down prices. Larry Lash, 216 Woodcliff, Controller for KMS Research Laboratories, conveyed that the owner of KMS chose to locate in the Mountain Lakes 203 5/1/90 Industrial Park; however, if the traffic impact fee was in effect at the time of their relocation, KMS would have shopped around. Mr. Lash stated that out of the $4.7 million construction cost, total fees paid were $106,129. The traffic impact fee would have added an additional $101,880 to the cost of the project. He said there is a danger of discouraging industrial growth at a time when Council should be offering incentives and lower fees. Mr. Lash pointed out that there has only been 46,000 square feet of industrial growth in the last nine months. The proposed fee for industry will not generate a lot of revenue, and it will turn industry away. He added that the impact fee suggested by the Task Force of $.33 per square foot is still too high. Don Peery, representing the Private Industry Council, stated that the Board of the Private Industry Council (PIC) regrets the imposition of new traffic fees, but accepts the need for action and endorses the Task Force report and recommendations. Mr. Peery conveyed the importance of local public and private partnerships to address community needs and stated that the results of joint deliberations contain the best balance for action to achieve the community's goals. Noting that PIC promotes the growth of jobs and employment opportunities, Mr. Peery expressed reservations about the traffic impact fee impeding economic development, especially in the industrial area. Mr. Peery added that PIC is involved with the City in projects involving employment and training assistance and rental subsidies to help low-income persons become self sufficient. PIC is very aware of the importance of affordable rental housing, and to the extent that new fees will impact the availability of affordable rental housing, PIC will have reservations about the fees. Mr. Peery urged Council to carefully consider the recommendations of the Task Force. Mr. Dagg stated that a comprehensive study of this issue should be undertaken. He encouraged Council to increase the amount of general funds being committed to traffic circulation improvements; use Mello Roos Bonds, Assessment District financing, or Traffic Benefit Districts to fund improvements; evaluate which improvements can be funded as conditions of project approval, evaluate the feasibility of an increase in the sales tax; prioritize projects; evaluate financing mechanisms for the proposed fee; delete the fee if other funding mechanisms are developed; and implement a fee based on $12,000,000 in projects. He urged Council to embrace the recommendation of the Task Force. John Dunlap, 399 Golf, stated that there are other methods of financing improvements, and he urged Council to not adopt the program right away. He suggested that Council take some time for further study. Mr. Dunlap said everyone should share the cost and Council should not fall into the trap of passing on costs to the new guy. He said the fee is not fair. Tim Benbrook, 177 Ben Street, Anderson, stated that he is representing the Tuxedo Den. Mr. Benbrook conveyed that his family has four stores and a processing plant and would like to expand their business to the Mountain Lakes Industrial Park. He conveyed that the proposed traffic impact fee will increase their fees from $15,000 to $32,000, and they cannot afford that increase. Mr. Benbrook indicated that if the full burden of the traffic impact fee is placed on new development, many projects will be hurt. He added that the community as a whole shares the benefit and should share the cost. Mr. Benbrook conveyed that if the proposed fee is implemented, their family business will look elsewhere to expand. 204 5/1/90 Bert Meyer, 4810 Saratoga, Meyer Motels, stated that the traffic impact fee would have added $254,000 in costs to the construction of the Grand Manor Hotel. Mr. Meyer conveyed that his project would have never been built if the fee had been in effect. Paul Edgar, 4569 Crimsonwood, developer of Country Homes Subdivision, stated that many people from out of the area are coming to Redding and buying homes so the fee will probably not change the market at all. Mr. Edgar stated that there should not be any fee imposed on industry because Council does not want to cut off business. He expressed support for the fee; however, he said there may be other ways to fund improvements such as a County sales tax and the gas tax. Mr. Edgar suggested that the fee be implemented in phases so that Building Department staff will not be impacted by an influx of plans. He added that some credit should be given for off-site improvements. Jerry Drennan, Deputy District Director of Caltrans, stated that he is not here to address fairness and equity. Mr. Drennan stated that the fee proposed by staff is probably not adequate to address all of the improvements that are necessary. A sales tax, as well as a gas tax, will be necessary to fund improvements. The fee should be implemented at the staff recommendation or higher. Don Free, 3724 Cheryl Drive, stated that the proposed fee is not a fair concept. One group with very little voting power is being segregated out to pay for improvements. Mr. Free stated that a parcel fee would be a good revenue producer. He added that business is opposed to the fee. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Noting that the suggestion has been made to use general fund money for traffic improvement projects, Council Member Moss stated that this would adversely affect departments such as fire, police, and parks that depend on general fund money. He pointed out that if there is an error in the $35,000,000 cost of improvements projects, it is probably on the short side, because of the inflation factor. Council Member Moss suggested that the categories be separated and the fee for industry be reduced or eliminated entirely. He conveyed that the residential fee is appropriate. Council Member Fulton stated that Public Work's recommended traffic improvement projects are in excess of what is necessary. He noted that Shasta County is considering implementing a sales tax and funds from other sources may become available. He added that a fee is necessary, however, it should be a compromise between what the City and the Task Force recommended. Mayor Buffum agreed that the industrial fee is high. She pointed out that Redding has to catch up with its traffic improvements and she supports an $800 fee for six months, and at that time, the fee would be reviewed. Mayor Buffum noted that additional revenue sources may be available later and more study and assessments should be done. Council Member Dahl conveyed that a program to pay for traffic improvements must be developed. However, he pointed out that development helps stabilize the economy. Council Member Arness stated that if Council fails to be responsive, the problem will not be solved. He pointed out that staff wanted to raise sewer fees in 1959, the community said it would drive developers out to the County, and that did not happen. Council Member Arness stated that an $800 fee will not solve the problem. The lower the fee 205 5/1/90 is now, the higher the subsequent fee will be in the future. He expressed support for additional study. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss to initiate a revenue program for traffic improvements on an interim basis for six months using fees based on the first phase of staff's recommendation with the exclusion of a fee for industry. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, directing staff to develop a comprehensive study and analysis regarding traffic improvement infrastructure in the community. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Dahl invited the Task Force to join with staff in the study and consider sharing the cost. PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-16-89 and Rezoning Application RZ-17-89, by J.F. Shea Company (South of Pit Road along the Sacramento River and Clear Creek) * (G-030-010 & L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding GPA-16-89 and RZ-17-89. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavits of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavits of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated April 24, 1990 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission approved a request by J. F. Shea Company to amend 58 acres on the general plan from "General Industry" and "Greenway" to "Residential, 3.0 units per acre" and "Greenway," and rezone the property to "U-FP" Unclassified District with the Floodplain Combining District. The property is outside the City limits, and the application is being processed in conjunction with an annexation request. Mr. Perry indicated that the applicant's intent is to build a single-family subdivision with approximately 100 to 120 lots depending upon the amount of property dedicated to floodplain and wetlands open space. Mr. Perry conveyed that the mills across Clear Creek to the south and the asphalt plant west of Pit Road are concerned because the future residents could adversely affect operation or future expansion of the existing industrial activities. The Planning Commission believed that Clear Creek was the best transition line from Industrial to Residential rather than the current residential property line to the north. The Commission also recommended that at the time of subdivision, a deed restriction be recorded to advise purchasers that there are existing and potential uses in industrial property to the south and west that generate noise. Dwayne Miller, representing J.F. Shea Company, stated that Clear Creek creates a good buffer for the residential area from the mills. Mr. Miller said J.F. Shea Company is also willing to work with Morgan Emultech to provide a buffer. He added that a large riparian area will remain on the property. Russell Hunt, 2058 Sonoma Street, described the area surrounding the amendment area. He stated that this area has been a buffer for the neighborhood. There is only one access road, Pit Road, and it is 206 5/1/90 substandard. Mr. Hunt said this is an ideal parcel for the City to acquire for parkland, or perhaps the developer may compromise and develop the property as residential and parkland. Mr. Hunt objected to the residential zoning. He suggested that an adequate study be prepared. John Kenny, representing Morgan Emultech, stated that Morgan Emultech does not belong next to a residential subdivision. Mr. Kenny opined that this is poor planning; and they will be good neighbors, but not to 100 homes. He indicated that the area can be used for other purposes than residential. Pit Road will have to be widened and the residents will share the road with large tanker trucks. Arch Pugh, 1300 West Street, representing Bob Sell, Sell Lumber Company, said he is concerned with the planning process to develop residential property. There will be conflicts with noise, light, and trucks operating all day and night. He added that the mill is subject to expansion. Mr. Pugh said that Council must think about how industrial land is perceived. This action can have a dampening affect on this industry. He conveyed that the application area can be used for service commercial uses. Mr. Pugh recalled how a subdivision was allowed to encroach next to an industry, and when the industry wanted to expand, the neighbors complained and its use was restricted out of operation. He warned Council not to set up the same type of battle field. Mr. Pugh requested that Council deny the general plan and rezoning applications and either leave the commercial designation or change it to a more compatible use. Rich Montarbo, 169 Hartnell Avenue, representing Wisconsin California Forest Products and Girvan Lumber Company, relayed how the operation of these lumber companies will conflict with the residential area. Mr. Montarbo requested that Council deny the applications. 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 Moss, to deny General Plan Amendment Application GPA-16-89 and Rezoning Application RZ-17-89, by J.F. Shea. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton and Moss Noes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, and Buffum Absent: Council Members - None Council Member Moss stated that well paid industrial workers are a rare and endangered species. There are three successful businesses in the area, and his concern is the impact of a residential area on existing industrial uses. He opined that if the property is not rezoned residential, it will probably not remain industrial either. Mayor Buffum pointed out that people choose to settle in places that are beautiful, and this area is a beautiful site for homes. She noted that the developer has rights that are as valid as industry, and she conveyed that the rights do not go only to those who were there first. Mayor Buffum added that she would like to see industry located in places that are not so beautiful. Council Member Dahl concurred with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and Mayor Buffum. He said it is hard to believe that potential homeowners would not be aware of the existing industrial uses. Council Member Arness agreed with Council Member Dahl. 207 5/1/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Council make the following findings regarding GPA-16-89 and RZ-17-89: 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 regarding GPA-16-89 authorized by the Board of Administrative Review on November 29, 1989; and the Negative Declaration regarding RZ-17-89 authorized by the Board of Administrative Review on December 13, 1989. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - Fulton and Moss Absent: Council Members - None MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, approving General Plan Amendment Application GPA-16-89 and Rezoning Application RZ-17-89, by J.F. Shea Company, in concept, and directing staff to draft the resolution and ordinance for Council's adoption. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - Fulton and Moss Absent: Council Members - None PUBLIC HEARING - re Texas Springs Area General Plan Amendment GPA-5-88 (Branstetter Lane, Texas Springs Road, Chaparral Drive, and Power Line Road) (G-030-010) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding GPA-5-88. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated April 24, 1990 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission approved Alternative 3 of Environmental Impact Report EIR-3-88 for the maximum urbanization of the Texas Springs/Oregon Gulch amendment area. Mr. Perry conveyed that the amendment area is comprised of 3,500 acres and the recommendation takes into account the constraints of existing land uses and topography. Mr. Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated April 24, 1990, which is incorporated by reference herein. It is the recommendation of staff that Council ratify EIR-3-88 and direct staff to bring back an implementing resolution at the next meeting. Virgil Weld, 2051 Hilltop Drive, representing Robert Jones, property owner in the Texas Springs area, stated that he supports staff's recommendation. Mr. Weld noted that Council is not making any findings regarding a landfill site by adopting this general plan. The Commission did not certify EIR-3-88 for a landfill. John Kenny, Redding Power, stated that Redding Power has a $45 million dollar investment in the southwest portion of the area. Mr. Kenney expressed concern about the effect of this operation's noise on the residential area to the north. He explained that there is already a noise problem to the south and those residences are more than a mile 208 5/1/90 away. Mr. Kenny asked for assurance that an adequate buffer will be in place and to ensure that this zoning application is not creating a problem. Mr. Kenny requested a two week extension. Mayor Buffum asked Mr. Kenny what he would like to accomplish. Mr. Kenny said it is not a density problem. His concern is about the need for an adequate buffer. Mr. Perry conveyed that the density on property to the north could be shifted to provide a buffer, and the Planning Commission incorporated into the plan area the opportunity to shift units from the noise impact area to an area that is not affected. The number of units in the noise impact area could be reduced or set up as open space. The noise level of Redding Power would be the basis for that shift. Rob Swendiman, 9014 Chaparral Drive, asked if the location of a landfill is being discussed and if the City has a 30-year contract with the County for use of the West Central Landfill. Mr. Perry responded that there is not a specific landfill project at this time; however, the land is being classified "Public Ownership." He conveyed that the land is being identified so potential property owners will know the area could be used for a landfill. He explained that the length of the City/County contract for the West Central Landfill is an unknown. It will depend on the volume of growth. Mr. Swendiman asked if staff proposes to move garbage service from the West Central Landfill to the Texas Springs/Oregon Gulch area in order to save money. City Manager Christofferson conveyed that the City's use of Oregon Gulch for a landfill is a long term proposal. Mr. Perry conveyed that if the City comes back with a specific proposal for a landfill, there will be another EIR and public hearings. George Webb, 4781 Peaceful Ridge, asked about the power plant. Mr. Perry conveyed that the power plant is on Clear Creek Road, and none of the plan area is zoned Industrial. Vernon Nitehey stated that he owns property off Branstetter Lane and he is interested in keeping the landfill away from his property. He asked Council to consider the impact of a landfill on the land, trees, and birds and how a landfill could destroy the environment. 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 Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to ratify Environmental Impact Report EIR-3-88 as adequate for addressing the impacts associated with the amendment proposal, and under Section 15091 of the State Environmental Impact Report Guidelines, find that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which mitigate or avoid the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Environmental Impact Report, approving General Plan Amendment Application GPA-5-88 in concept and directing staff to bring back a resolution to implement GPA-5-88. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Regional Firing Range (C-070-010-050) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding the Regional Firing Range. 209 5/1/90 The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Notice of Completion of Draft EIR-3-89 and Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated April 24, 1990 Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the public hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report EIR-3-89 for the proposed Regional Firing Range is scheduled for tonight; however, because of the impending purchase of the property by another party, the availability of the site is questionable. He added that to hold a public hearing on the draft EIR would be without use and suggested that Council cancel the public hearing. Mr. Perry noted that the new property owner may be willing to sell the area of the rifle range site to the City, and if so, the public hearing could be rescheduled to consider the EIR. Mr. Perry stated that another alternative would be to schedule a public hearing in June or July and make a determination at that time whether or not to proceed with the project. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to reschedule the public hearing on draft EIR-3-89 for the proposed Regional Firing Range if the project is reactivated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-90, Woodside Park Subdivision, by Panorama Drive residents, et al. (S-100-823) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding the Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-6-90. 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 Department recommendation dated April 27, 1990 Planing and Community Development Director Perry stated that the applicants have withdrawn their appeal. Mayor Buffum 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 This item required no further action. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-4-90, by Sanford Campbell (1760 Bechelli Lane) (L-010-410) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding the Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-4-90. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: 210 5/1/90 Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated April 23, 1990 Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that Sanford Campbell's representative submitted a request to rezone the property from "R1-B1" to "R-1" and modify the variance application to include a 140 square-foot-area along the south property line only if the rezoning is approved. Mr. Perry explained that the effect is to withdraw the appeal. Noting that the rezoning application and modified variance application are the appropriate method in which to evaluate the expansion of the residence, it is the recommendation of staff that the modified variance application be forwarded back to the Planning Commission to be processed concurrently with the rezoning application. Mayor Buffum 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 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to refer modified Variance Application V-4-90, by Sanford Campbell, to the Planning Commission to be considered with the rezoning application. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment GPA-18-89, by A. Maxwell (1345 Dana Drive) (G-030-010) The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing regarding GPA-18-89. 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 April 24, 1990 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request to reclassify property from "Residential, 12.0 units per acre" to "Retail." Mr. Perry stated that the applicant intends to locate a restaurant on the property. He added that the Dana Drive off/on ramps will be relocated adjacent to this property, and the property is within the Dana Drive Traffic Benefit District. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Council finds that Environmental Impact Report EIR-3-79, together with the Traffic Analysis Supplement, adequately addresses the environmental impacts of General Plan Amendment GPA-18-89; approving GPA-18-89 in concept, and directing staff to prepare a resolution implementing GPA-18-89 for consideration at a later date. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - Arness Absent: Council Members - None 211 5/1/90 REDDING COMMUNITY ACCESS CORPORATION (B-080-650-540) Mayor Buffum recommended that Mark LeBlanc be appointed to the Redding Community Access Corporation as a member-at-large for a term ending February 1, 1992. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Mark LeBlanc be appointed to the Redding Community Access Corporation as a member-at-large for a term ending February 1, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REDDING PLANNING COMMISSION (B-080-300) Mayor Buffum recommended that Kelly Combs be appointed to the Planning Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1, 1991. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Kelly Combs be appointed to the Planning Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Appointments to Transmission Agency of Northern California, Central California Power Agency, Northern California Power Agency, and the Modesto-Santa Clara-Redding Public Power Agency * (E-120-250 & E-120-070-140 & E-120-400 & E-120-500) MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 90-209 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding appointing Council Member Carl Arness as the City's representative to the following Joint Powers Agencies: Transmission Agency of Northern California; Central California Power Agency; Northern California Power Agency, and the Modesto-Santa Clara-Redding Public Power Agency, with Mayor Nancy Buffum remaining the City's alternate representative. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-209 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PROCLAMATION - North Valley Art League (A-050-060-600) Mayor Buffum presented a Proclamation honoring and congratulating the North Valley Art League as it celebrates ten years of community service. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, ratifying the Proclamation of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Redding congratulating the North Valley Art League as it celebrates ten years of community service. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Planned Development Application PD-1-90, River Heights Condominium Estates, by Jerry Knighten (700 Hilltop Drive) (L-010-210-645) MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1919 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 212 5/1/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Ordinance No. 1919 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (PD-1-90). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1919 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Honoring the Asphalt Cowboys (A-050-060-600) Mayor Buffum noted that the Asphalt Cowboys have been serving the community for 36 years through a variety of functions such as the Redding Rodeo, the Dixieland Jazz Festival, the Air Show and others. Mayor Buffum recommended that Council adopt a resolution honoring the Asphalt Cowboys. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 90-210 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding honoring the Asphalt Cowboys for 36 years of community service. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-210 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Honoring the Redding Rodeo Association (A-050-060-600) Mayor Buffum noted that the Redding Rodeo Association has provided the community with 42 years of rodeo activity. Noting that the 42nd Annual Rodeo will be held May 14-19, 1990, Mayor Buffum recommended that Council adopt a resolution honoring the Redding Rodeo Association. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-211 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding honoring the Redding Rodeo Association for providing 42 years of rodeo activity to the community. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 90-211 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. HUNT RANCH ACQUISITION - Regional Firing Range (C-070-010-050) City Manager Christofferson conveyed that staff has been staying on top of the situation regarding the proposed sale of the Hunt Ranch to Mr. Ben Sale. Mr. Christofferson indicated that he has been in contact with Mr. Sale and will continue to do so and keep Council updated. This was an information item and no action was taken. RESOLUTION - Park Marina Specific Plan (L-010-075 & G-030-125) 213 5/1/90 Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the resolution adopting the Park Marina Plan, General Plan Amendment Application GPA-6-90/Specific Plan 1-90, for Council's consideration. Mr. Perry noted that Council Members Arness and Moss were not sitting on the Council at the time the General Plan Amendment was reviewed and considered and must consequently abstain from voting on this issue. A letter was received from Gary Borchard, on behalf of the individual principals of the Estate of Frances W. Kutras, requesting that Council adopt the resolution amending the general plan to conform to the Land Use Map and Text adopted by Council on March 20, 1990, with corrections as outlined in the letter, which is incorporated by reference herein. Council Member Dahl stated that he has the read the City Council Minutes of March 20, 1990, pertaining to the public hearing and Final EIR-1-88 for GPA-6-90 and reviewed the Final EIR. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Mayor Buffum, certifying that Council has reviewed Final EIR-1-88 and certifies that the EIR was completed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act, and find that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects as identified in the Final EIR; find that fill or improvements made in water areas are subject to the responsibility and jurisdiction of other public agencies and such requests must also be approved by the other agencies; directing the Commission to initiate a zone change to conform to the Plan, including design review. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Dahl, Fulton, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Arness and Moss MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Mayor Buffum, that Resolution No. 90-212 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by (1) adopting General Plan Amendment GPA-6-90, the Park Marina Plan, and (2) adopting Specific Plan SP-90-1, the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Dahl, Fulton, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Arness and Moss Resolution No. 90-212 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. STREAM PROTECTION PROGRAM (G-030-070 & L-010-050) Lieutenant Steve Callan of the Department of Fish and Game (DFG) stated that the Department would like to develop a comprehensive Waterway Corridor Protection Program. Lt. Callan explained that the purpose of the program is to provide long-term protection and maintenance, as well as enhancement and restoration of environmentally sensitive waterway and riparian and wetland habitats in the Redding area and Shasta County. The Department is asking for Council's support and would like to meet with Council to present the issues at an informal workshop. 214 5/1/90 Council Member Dahl stated that the City should get involved in the program and it would be appropriate to present the proposal to the Planning Commission. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that staff is setting up a joint meeting of the Redding, Anderson, and Shasta County Planning Commissions on June 4, and this would be an appropriate time for the Department of Fish and Game to present their program. Council Member Arness asked who will enforce the Stream Protection Program. Lt. Callan explained that DFG has the authority to enforce any State of California law. He added that this project has a high priority and DFG would like to establish methods to prevent stream degradation. It was the consensus of Council to direct staff to present the issues and alternatives to the Planning Commission for its input after a more detailed work program has been developed by Fish and Game and set up a joint meeting of the Anderson, Redding, and Shasta County planning commissions to hear the Department of Fish and Game's proposal. Mayor Buffum asked staff to advise Council when the joint meeting will be held. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-28-89 - Jordan Estates, by Thomas Fitzgerald and Ron Hill (S-l00-355) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 10 acres into 20 single-family lots, located north of Rancho Road and west of Patricia Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-28-89. 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-8-90 - East Redding Estates, Unit 2, by Covington Technologies (S-l00-164) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 17 acres into 36 single-family lots, located on the south side of the projected extension of East Cypress Avenue adjacent to Churn Creek, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-8- 90. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. RESOLUTION - Annexation 90-1, Abernathy Lane (A-150-223) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Annexation 90-1, Abernathy Lane, was referred to Departments for comment and the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental determination. The total land area is 14.8 acres and both the City and Shasta County general plans designate the property "Service Commercial." The area is covered by the City's Columbia Area Plan. Because access to the area is via private road easements, it would be inappropriate to prezone the area since public street right-of-ways would be dedicated to the City through the granting of use permit or subdivision requests. It is the recommendation of staff that the annexation request be approved. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Council make the following findings regarding Annexation 90-1, Abernathy Lane: 215 5/1/90 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 April 18, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 90-213 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of application by the City of Redding requesting the Local Agency Formation Commission to take proceedings for the annexation to the City of Redding of uninhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 90-1 (Abernathy Lane), and requesting that LAFCO waive the prezoning requirement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REDDING GENERAL PLAN (G-030-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted reports pertaining to the status of the Redding General Plan, the Land Use Element, and an Amendment Record of the Redding General Plan Land Use and Circulation Map. Mr. Perry noted that the Land Use Element is being updated under contract to California State University at Chico. This was an information item and no action was required. SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - 3280 Cowgill Lane (C-070-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council directed staff to advertise the availability of surplus property at 3280 Cowgill Lane for sale with a minimum bid of $22,500. Mr. Perry conveyed that the high bid was submitted by John and Dora Dodson in the amount of $36,037.38. It is the recommendation of staff that Council accept the offer to purchase the surplus City property with the stipulation that the City retain an easement sufficient for a turnaround at the top of the road for fire vehicles. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to accept the offer of John and Dora Dodson to purchase the surplus City property located at 3280 Cowgill Lane for $36,037.38 consistent with the terms of the submitted offer with the stipulation that the City retain an easement sufficient for a turnaround at the top of the road for fire vehicles, and direct the City Attorney's office to notify the Dodsons and open an escrow account with Ticor Title Insurance Company. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REQUEST TO PURCHASE CITY LAND - 7449 Eastside Road (C-070-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Haven Humane Society is asking to purchase approximately 22,500 square feet of City-owned land adjacent to its facility on Eastside Road. Mr. Perry indicated that the property is classified General Industrial and was purchased by the City as a buffer for the Clear Creek Sewage Treatment Plant. It is the recommendation of staff to commence proceedings to determine if the property is surplus. The request will be referred to staff for recommendation; referred to the Planning Commission for an environmental determination, general plan consistency, and determination if needed for a public purpose. The value will be established and a determination made if the property is surplus or should be retained. 216 5/1/90 MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, authorizing staff to commence proceedings to determine if City-owned property located at 7449 Eastside Road is surplus and if the property should be relinquished. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LEGISLATIVE MATTERS - HR3613 re Sacramento River Fisheries (L-040-070) Resources Manager Coleman stated that Senator Jim Nielsen sponsored SB1086 establishing an advisory committee which prepared a comprehensive report on the Upper Sacramento River salmon and a list of proposed actions to help restore the population. Congressman Doug Bosco has consequently introduced HR3613 to provide a method of funding the implementation of most of the actions recommended by the SB1086 Advisory Committee. Mr. Coleman conveyed that the Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) and Central Valley Project Technical Committee support HR3613 and are requesting that individual members of NCPA convey support for HR3613 to the Congressional subcommittee who will be holding hearings on the matter. Mr. Coleman stated that the Bosco Bill provides a well balanced compromise among the various methods of funding proposals to help restore the Sacramento River salmon. It is the recommendation of staff to support HR3613. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to support HR3613 pertaining to funding for the restoration of the Upper Sacramento River salmon and authorizing the Mayor to sign the letter stating same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Public Utilities Commission - PG&E request to adjust electric rates (S-050-350) Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Round Table Pizza (Shasta Pizza Adventures, Inc.) 3633 Eureka Way Lao Market (Sommak Niravanh and Deng & Kong Vongpanya) 2751 Bechelli Lane Lyon's Restaurants (Lyon's Restaurant, Inc.) 501 East Cypress ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 12:10 a.m., Mayor Buffum declared the meeting adjourned to 8:30 a.m., May 8, 1990, at the Sequoia Room, 1050 Parkview Avenue, for an orientation meeting for new Council Members; and to 5:15 p.m., May 8, 1990, at the City Hall Conference Room, 760 Parkview Avenue, for a joint meeting with the Electric Utility Commission. APPROVED: _________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: 217 5/1/90 ___________________________________ City Clerk