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11/6/90
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
November 6, 1990 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Dick McBride of the North Valley
Baptist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Buffum with the following Council
Members present: Arness, Dahl, Moss and Buffum. Council Member Fulton
was absent.
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, Chief of Police
Blankenship, Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Engineering Manager
Russell, Resources Manager Coleman, Director of Finance Downing, Director
of Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of General Services Masingale,
Superintendent of Waste Treatment Craig, Senior Planner Keaney, Director
of Personnel Services Bristow, Director of Information Systems Kelley,
Director of Utilities Customer Service Vokal, Housing Administrator
Maurer, Senior Associate Planner King, Assistant Planner DeMallie,
Assistant Planner Manuel, Senior Housing Counselor Garrity, Industrial
Waste Analyst Ames, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council
Moscatello.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE
- Tourism and Convention Commissioner Sue Knapp
(B-080-540)
Mayor Buffum presented a plaque to retiring Tourism and Convention
Commissioner Sue Knapp in appreciation for her time and effort on the
Commission.
Ms. Knapp accepted the plaque and thanked Council.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent
Calendar:
Approval of Minutes
- Regular Meeting of October 2, 1990
Adjourned Regular Meeting of October 9, 1990
Regular Meeting of October 16, 1990
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 08, check numbers 161778
through 162409 inclusive, in the amount of $4,465,119.20, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 08, check numbers 304925 through 305637
inclusive, in the amount of $767,194.70, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in
the amount of $191,014.65, for the period September 30, 1990, through
October 13, 1990, be approved; and Payroll Register No. 09, check numbers
305638 through 306335 inclusive, in the amount of $748,966.57, and
Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $194,004.07, for the period
October 14, 1990, through October 27, 1990, be approved.
TOTAL: $6,366.299.19
Resolution
- Agreement with People of Progress - Community Garden Services
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 90-
521 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and People of Progress
for Community Garden Services for funds in the amount of $6,700 for the
period September 1, 1990, through August 31, 1991, and authorizing the
City Manager to sign same. Funds are provided in the 1990/91 annual
budget.
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Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Use Permit UP-82-90, by Lynn A. DeMello, et
al. (Proposed Live Oak School, south of Oasis Road and west of the
Southern Pacific Railroad)
(L-010-390)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be
set for 7:00 p.m., December 4, 1990, to consider the Appeal of Use Permit
Application UP-82-90.
Set Public Hearing
- Rezoning Application RZ-18-90, by City of Redding
(West of Elks Club along the north bank of the Sacramento River)
(L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be
set for 7:00 p.m., November 20, 1990, to consider Rezoning Application RZ-
18-90, a request to rezone 2.95 acres to "R-1-FP" Single Family
Residential District.
Set Public Hearing
- General Plan Amendment Application GPA-3-90, Columbia
Plan/Enterprise Skypark, by Nolan Brewer and the City of Redding (North of
the Enterprise Skypark within the Ravenwood Estates Subdivision)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be
set for 7:00 p.m., November 20, 1990, to consider GPA-3-90, a request to
reclassify property to "Residential, 3.0 units per acre."
Resolution
- Annexation 90-8, Hollow Lane
(A-150-230 & T-010-650)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-
522 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. 90-8 (Hollow Lane).
Resolution
- Annexation 90-9, Kisling Road Area
(A-150-231 & T-010-650)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-
523 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. 90-9 (Kisling Road
Area).
Resolution
- Annexation 90-10, Posey Lane Area
(A-150-232 & T-010-650)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-
524 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. 90-9 (Kisling Road
Area).
Annexation 90-14
- Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Estates
(A-150-236)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Annexation 90-14,
Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Estates, be referred to Departments for review
and comment.
Resolution
- California Housing Rehabilitation Program for Owner-Occupied
Housing
(G-100-200)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-
525 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and State of
California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount
of $250,000.00 for the California Housing Rehabilitation Program for
Owner-Occupied Housing for the 1990-93 program years and authorizing the
City Manager to sign same.
Resolution
- Rental Rehabilitation Grant Program Application
(G-100-145)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 90-
526 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the filing of an Application for funding under the Rental
Rehabilitation Grant Program in the amount of $400,000.00 with the
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HUD) and
authorizing the City Manager to sign same.
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Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2398, Single Phase Pole Type Distribution
Transformers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2398, single phase pole type distribution transformers, be
awarded to the evaluated low bidder, General Electric Supply Company, in
the amount of $199,654.38. Funds for this purchase are included in the
1990/91 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2400, 15kV URD Cable #2 and #4/0 Aluminum
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2400, 15KV URD Cable #2 and #4/0 Aluminum, be awarded to the
evaluated low bidder, Reynolds Metals Co., in the amount of $124,403.34.
Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
California Energy Commission's Common Forecasting Methodology 9 (CFM9)
Proceedings
- Consulting Services
(E-120)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City
forego its previously planned RFP consultant selection process for the
California Energy Commission's Common Forecasting Methodology 9
Proceedings and negotiate a two-phase consulting services contract. The
contract will be provided to the Electric Utility Commission and the City
Council for consideration. Funds for Phase 1 tasks have been allocated in
the fiscal year 1990/91 budget, and additional funding will be requested
during the fiscal year 1991/92 budget cycle to complete Phase 2 of the
proposed contract.
Resolution
- Utility Pay Station at Food Connection (20 Lake Blvd.)
(A-050-700)
It is the recommendation of the Customer Service Director that Resolution
No. 90-527 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Agreement
between the City of Redding and Pacific Food Connection authorizing
Pacific Food Connection to act on the City's behalf in accepting payments
from the City's utility customers, effective November 15, 1990.
Resolution
- Security Pacific Capital Lasing Corporation - Financing
(B-050-100 & S-020-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution
No. 90-528 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving a Lease/Purchase Agreement or Agreements between the
City of Redding and Security Pacific Capital Leasing Corporation for new
containers, a roll-off truck, hydraulic tarping devices, and roll-off
debris boxes for the Department of General Services, Solid Waste Division,
estimated at $273,000.000 and authorizing the City Manager to sign the
necessary documentation. Funds for these purchases are included in the
1990/91 budget.
Resolution
- Agreement with Robert Hastings for Engineering Services
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds
* (S-020-650 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution
No. 90-529 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving the Agreement between the City of Redding and Robert D.
Hastings for consulting services on an as-needed basis for the Department
of General Services, Solid Waste Division, not to exceed $6,000, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign the same.
It is also the recommendation of the General Services Director that
Resolution No. 90-530 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and adopting the 14th Amendment to the City
Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating $6,000 for engineering services
for the Transfer Station.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2395, Eighteen Miscellaneous Trucks for
Various Departments
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2395, eighteen miscellaneous trucks for various Departments,
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be awarded as follows: Item (1), four compact trucks with regular cab, to
Crown Motors in the amount of $41,738.44; Item (2), five 1/2 ton Fleetside
trucks, to
Fremont Ford in the amount of $58,888.00; Item (3), five 1/2 ton trucks
with utility body, to Fremont Ford in the amount of $70,603.13; Item (4),
one 3/4 ton external cab trucks with utility body, to Green Valley Ford in
the amount of $17,429.89; Item (5), one 3/4 ton truck with utility body,
to Rodway Chevrolet in the amount of $16,563.66; Item (6), one 3/4 ton
Fleetside truck with external cab, to Green Valley Ford in the amount of
$15,139.14; and Item (7), a one ton diesel truck with utility body, to
Crown Motors in the amount of $21,111.07. Funds for these purchases
totaling $241,473.33 were budgeted in the various departments in the
1990/91 budget.
Resolution
- Lawrence & Associates, Contract Modification No. 6,
Closure/Postclosure Plan for Benton Landfill
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds
* (S-020-300 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution
No. 90-531 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the following
in connection with performing additional tasks for the Benton Landfill
Closure Plan: "Authorization and Contract for Professional Services,"
together with Contract Modification (Change Order) 006, between the City
of Redding and Lawrence & Associates (Project No. C90.10.07; Contract No.
C-2457), to provide consulting services to complete the final closure and
postclosure maintenance plans for the City of Redding Landfill, as
specified in correspondence to the City of Redding from the California
Integrated Solid Waste Management Board dated July 23, 1990, in an amount
not to exceed $16,550.00.
It is also the recommendation of the General Services Director that
Resolution No. 90-532 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and adopting the 15th Amendment to the City
Budget Resolution No. 90-362, appropriating $16,550 for Contract Change
Order No. 006 associated with the closure of the Benton Landfill.
Resolution
- Annexation Fees
* (B-130-070 & A-150)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 90-533 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 13th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362
appropriating $15,000 for annexation fees.
Resolution
- Document Destruction
(A-050-055-750)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 90-534 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the destruction of certain records.
Traffic Signals
- Market/Wyndham and Market/Ellis
(T-080-700 & T-080-500 & S-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that the
City Council endorse the proposal to signalize the intersections of
Market/Wyndham and Market/Ellis. It is also recommended that staff be
directed to develop a cooperative agreement with Caltrans outlining the
project scope and funding participation for consideration at a future
meeting.
Resolution
- Christmas Parade
(P-030-250 & P-010-050)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No.
90-535 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
prohibiting parking and vehicular traffic along Parade Route 2 during the
Christmas Parade to be held December 8, 1990 between the hours of 5:00
p.m. and 9 p.m.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2392, Tractor with Loader Backhoe
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2392 (Job No. 9082-40), tractor with loader backhoe, be awarded to the
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low bidder, Hogue Equipment Company, in the amount of $41,978.59. Funds
for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2393, Beavertail Ramp Type Trailer
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2393 (Job No. 9082-43), one Beavertail Ramp Type Trailer, be awarded
to the low bidder, Peterson Tractor, in the amount of $8,500.00. Funds
for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Contract Change Order
- MTI Testing Laboratories - Stillwater Project
(B-050-020 & W-010-560)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Council
authorize Public Works to issue a change order to MTI Testing Laboratories
for Concrete Materials Testing at Stillwater Project to increase the
authorized amount of the contract to a total of $28,000, an increase of
$12,000 over the original contract amount. This work is funded by bond
issue for the Stillwater Regional Wastewater Treatment Project. The
contractor has been unable to produce the specified concrete, and a
deduction in the approximate amount of $15,000 from the contractor's pay
estimate is forthcoming to offset the increase in testing costs.
Acceptance of Final Map
- Saratoga North Estates, Units 2 and 3
(S-100-687)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map
for Saratoga North Estates, Units 2 and 3, developed by Jerry L. Knighten
Construction, Inc. 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
- Heritage Oaks
(S-100-270)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map
for Heritage Oaks Subdivision, developed by Heritage Construction and
Development 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, River Ridge
Terrace Subdivision, Unit 1
* (S-100-654-700 & S-070-230)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No.
90-536 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation White Sail Drive, Spinnaker Drive,
First Cabin Court, Steamboat Street, and Americana Way in River Ridge
Terrace Subdivision, Unit No. 1.
It is also recommended that the improvements in the River Ridge Terrace
Subdivision, Unit 1, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and that the
City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, River
Ridge Terrace Associates.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2394, Fifteen Place Aircraft Shelter and
Ten Place T Hangar
(B-050-020 & A-090-020 & S-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2394 (Job No. 9121, 9122), Fifteen Place Aircraft Shelter and Ten
Place T Hangar at Benton Airpark, be awarded to the low bidder, Van Dyke
Construction, Inc., in the amount of $355,102.36, and an additional
$37,500.00 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection
fees and contract change orders, for a total of $392,602.36. Funds for
this project are from a Caltrans loan which will be redeemed from aircraft
rental revenues.
Final Map, Hidden Hills Subdivision, Unit 2
- Rescinding Prior Action
(S-100-273)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the action
taken at the October 16, 1990, meeting of the City Council accepting the
Final Map and securities for Hidden Hills Subdivision, Unit 2, developed
by Mary Ann Fair, be rescinded, at the request of Mary Ann Fair.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2407, Sacramento River Trail, Phase 9
(B-050-020 & P-050-460-700)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2407 (Job No. 9929), Sacramento River Trail, Phase 9, be awarded to
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the low bidder, Dawson Excavating, in the amount of $140,308.00, and an
additional
$14,692.00 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection
fees and contract change orders, for a total of $155,000.00. Funds for
this project are from private donation funds plus accrued interest set
aside for the project.
Acceptance of Public Service Easements
- Ridgewood Estates Subdivision,
Unit 1, Tract No. 1727
(C-070-010, A-170-100-600 & W-020-500)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the 15 foot
public service easement shown on Ridgewood Estates Subdivision, Unit 1,
Tract No. 1737, be accepted by the City, and the City Clerk be authorized
to sign the parcel maps accepting those easements dedicated on the maps.
Resolution
- Clover Creek Sewer Assessment District Transfer of Funds for
Crossroads Line
* (B-130-070 & A-170-100-080 & B-050-020)
Funds in the amount of $267,611.50 were received from Debra Investments
Corporation for the oversizing of a portion of the Clover Creek line which
branches up Airport Road in the vicinity of Highway 44. Kenko, Inc., the
contractor for the Clover Creek Sewer Line, had an additive bid for the
oversizing work in its proposal, and a change order to the contract will
be added for the work.
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No.
90-537 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 16th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution
No. 90-362 appropriating $267,620.00 for construction of oversizing
associated with the Crossroads Interceptor Oversizing Project of the
Clover Creek Sewer Trunk Line.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 1273 Old Alturas Road, owned by Fidel
J. Almazan and Patricia A. Almazan
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90-538
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 1273 Old Alturas Road, owned by Fidel J. Almazan and Patricia
A. Almazan.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 2358 Old Alturas Road, owned by
Walter F. Ewart and Ann L. Ewart
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90-539
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 2358 Old Alturas Road, owned by Walter F. Ewart and Ann L.
Ewart.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 2584 Reservoir Lane, owned by Ramon
D. Flores and Grace S. Flores
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90-540
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 2584 Reservoir Lane, owned by Ramon D. Flores and Grace S.
Flores.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 4725 Harrison Avenue, owned by James
Newell
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 90-541
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 4725 Harrison Avenue, owned by James Newell.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and
adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution Numbers 90-521, 90-522, 90-523, 90-524, 90-525, 90-526, 90-527,
90-528, 90-529, 90-530, 90-531, 90-532, 90-533, 90-534, 90-535, 90-536,
90-537, 90-538, 90-539, 90-540, and 90-541 are on file in the office of
the City Clerk.
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Letter from Popovics Production
(C-050-050)
City Clerk Nichols stated that a letter was received from Jeffrey T.
Eckelbarger, Popovics Productions, requesting permission to land a
helicopter, owned and operated by Redding Air Service Helicopters, at the
Redding Convention Center on November 10 and 11, 1990, at 11:00 a.m. The
purpose of the request is to deliver Santa Claus to the Popovics Christmas
Gift Show. Ms. Nichols advised that the appropriate insurance for this
event is on file with the Risk Manager.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
granting permission to Popovics Productions to land a helicopter at the
Redding Convention Center on Saturday, November 10, 1990, and Sunday,
November 11, 1990, at 11:00 a.m. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Letter from Department of Fish and Game
(R-200-600)
A letter was received from the Department of Fish and Game (DFG)
requesting an opportunity to address the City Council to present an update
on the status of the urban stream corridor mapping project and the
implementation of interim protection measures until the stream mapping
effort is completed.
Gary Stacey, Department of Fish and Game (DFG), recalled that the
Department of Fish and Game is preparing an urban stream corridor map to
protect key riparian tributaries, and he noted that the final project will
be useable by the City to protect waterways. Mr. Stacey explained that
the project should be completed in eight to twelve months; and during that
time, interim action is necessary so there is something left to protect.
Mr. Stacey outlined what funding sources will be used and the status of
the mapping project.
Mr. Stacey explained that this project is a key priority for this region,
and DFG has made the commitment to get the project done. He indicated
that this is a cumulative impact problem because development will
continue. Mr. Stacey gave a slide presentation of local riparian habitat
and examples of sedimentation and erosion into streams from land denuded
by grading. He explained that the key to protect waterways is to leave a
wide enough corridor on either side of the stream to protect the waterway,
fish, and wildlife. Mr. Stacey showed a map with projects next to
waterways approved by the City and County during the last two years.
Mr. Stacey said there are two approaches to this problem and the third
approach, a moratorium, is not feasible. The first is to establish
minimum setbacks from streams for development. The procedure by which
projects are reviewed must be changed, and there must be more
responsibility by the owner/developer to provide information on riparian
habitat and water quality. From an engineering standpoint, if the
owner/developer knows the issues upfront, it will be cheaper in the long
run. He conveyed that development on slopes over 20% must be reviewed for
preservation, and erosion control measures established. Only so much land
should be left denuded by grading. He added that incentives are needed so
developers will comply. Mr. Stacey also recommended that the revision
process for the existing grading ordinance should be accelerated, and the
revisions completed as quickly as possible.
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Mayor Buffum complimented Mr. Stacey on the excellent presentation. She
noted that the River and Waterways Commission should be in place by the
beginning of the year. She added that the Waterways Commission will be
working closely with the Planning Commission. Mayor Buffum asked Mr.
Stacey if he would be willing to give the same presentation to the
Planning Commission and River and Waterways Commission.
Mr. Stacey replied yes.
Council Member Dahl expressed his support and explained that he is
concerned about the timeline. He said the City should move forward, and
this issue should be the first action for the River and Waterways
Commission. He asked how long it will take to tighten up the grading
ordinance.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that Mr. Stacey's
recommendations should be referred to the Planning Commission if Council
would like to deal with these issues at the front end. Mr. Perry
questioned where Council would like to place the burden, on the City or
the developer, to determine where riparian habitat should be protected.
Council Member Dahl asked if that determination is difficult to make. Mr.
Stacey indicated that a buffer that protects more than a narrow corridor
is needed.
Mr. Perry conveyed that this is a major policy statement. He pointed out
that the land people bought, thinking it was developable, will be taken
away.
Mayor Buffum asked if staff could prepare some guidelines.
Council Member Arness asked if DFG is suggesting that a quota system for
the amount of land that may be denuded by grading should be established.
He asked if staff should tell developers, on the basis of the codes that
exist, that erosion must be mitigated. He said it is possible, right now,
to review the tentative map and grading, if sufficient staff is available.
He conveyed that Council can tell staff to tighten up now, instead of
waiting for the River and Waterways Commission.
Mr. Stacey stated that DFG is not advocating a quota system. He conveyed
that DFG cannot deal on a project-by-project basis any longer. He added
that if Council feels that the Codes are in place, everyone should be told
upfront what they are going up against.
Council Member Arness stated that the Planning Commission and engineers
should be told that Council is hypersensitive.
Council Member Moss stated that Public Works has to be given the personnel
to monitor grading and track tentative maps. The City should become more
restrictive with grading, and anyone who buys flood plain is buying flood
plain, not developable property.
Mr. Stacey stated that the grading ordinance needs more teeth, but he
opined that it has enough teeth to help now.
Council Member Arness expressed his support and explained that his
statement's intent was that rather than going through the process of
rewriting the entire ordinance, take what is already there and put some
squeeze in it.
Mayor Buffum said she would like to concentrate more at the Planning
Commission level and have more work done upfront.
Council Member Moss pointed out that most people go through the planning
process after the engineering studies are completed. He suggested that
until Council has some guidelines in place, questions should be directed
to Fish and Game for review. Council Member Moss conveyed that he would
like to see a policy recommendation come before Council as soon as
possible.
Mr. Perry stated that staff will prepare policy recommendations within 30
days.
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Mayor Buffum stated that it is the consensus of Council to direct staff to
prepare a policy statement pertaining to protection of urban streams and
bring it back to Council for consideration as soon as possible.
Letter from Norm and Shirley Stamm
- "Flashbacks" Nightclub - Use Permit
UP-3-90
(L-010-390)
City Clerk Nichols stated that a letter was received from Norm and Shirley
Stamm requesting consideration of the Municipal Code pertaining to Public
Dances. The Stamm's note that, because of the Municipal Code Sections
pertaining to Public Dances, "Flashbacks" is required to close at 1:00
a.m. and must have extra security. They state that "Flashbacks" is a
nightclub which caters to an older crowd and does not really fall under
the definition stated in the Code pertaining to Public Dances.
"Flashbacks" is therefore, being unfairly discriminated against. It is
recommended that the matter be referred to staff for consideration.
Mayor Buffum asked City Attorney Hays if he has reviewed this matter.
City Attorney Hays stated that he and Planning Director Perry have dealt
with Mr. Stamm, and staff believes that what is required in the Code
applies to "Flashbacks." Therefore, Mr. Stamm is suggesting that staff do
something different, and that is the basis of the recommendation to refer
this matter to staff. Staff will review the matter and suggest something
different.
Mayor Buffum stated that Council would like comments from staff at the
next meeting.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- Appeal of Negative Declaration for Country Oaks
South Subdivision, S-33-90, by Lawrence Lake
(S-100-110)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the continued
public hearing regarding the Appeal of Negative Declaration for Country
Oaks South Subdivision.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated November 1, 1990
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Ms. Nichols stated that a letter was received from Eihnard Diaz, Sharrah
Dunlap and Associates, Inc., on behalf of his client, William Lietzel of
Domestic Properties, requesting a continuance of the Country Oaks South
Appeal. Mr. Diaz states that they are unable to appear, and they are in
the process of preparing an analysis of the development alternatives
proposed by Mr. Iceman.
Mayor Buffum determined that there was no one present to speak to this
issue who would be unable to attend the November 20, 1990, meeting.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
continue the public hearing regarding the Appeal of Negative Declaration
for Country Oaks South Subdivision, S-33-90, to November 20, 1990. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- Appeal of Variance Application V-41-90 and Use Permit
Application UP-88-90, by John Kucera (1416 West Street)
(L-010-390 & L-010-410)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public
hearing regarding the Appeal of Variance Application V-41-90 and Use
Permit UP-88-90.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
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Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated November 1, 1990
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the
Planning Commission approved V-41-90 granting a variance for a 43%
reduction in the required off-street parking. The variance request is in
conjunction with a use permit for remodeling an 1,800 square-foot
residence to an office. The Commission's approval was based on the
removal of the existing garage to provide a total of four on-site parking
spaces. Mr. Kucera subsequently appealed the requirement to remove the
garage with office space above. It is the recommendation of staff to deny
the appeal and to deny the variance and use permit based on the potential
impact to existing parking concerns in the area. Staff is concerned that
it would reduce the available parking; and if the office space over the
garage were leased, the parking requirement would be increased. If
Council disagrees, it is recommended that Council concur with the Planning
Commission's original action and conditions.
John Kucera, 1737 Yuba Street, submitted information and pictures of the
residence at 1416 West Street to Council. Mr. Kucera outlined information
in the Transportation and Traffic Engineering Handbook pertaining to
parking requirements for cars. He noted that car size is decreasing, and
as many as 40% of cars in California are compacts. Mr. Kucera proposed
that the garage could house two cars and two additional parking spaces
could be placed in the driveway. He conveyed that he is trying to upgrade
the neighborhood by renovating the house and he prefers to have covered
parking. Mr. Kucera indicated that the office area above the garage will
be used for storage and it is not his intent to rent the office. He added
that he would prefer to have the variance and use permit applications
approved pursuant to the Commission's recommendation than an outright
denial of the permits already approved.
Council Member Dahl noted that Mr. Kucera's presentation to Council is
different than that presented to the Planning Commission. Mr. Kucera
noted that the planning process moves very fast, and he did not have time
to address the issue to remove the garage.
Mayor Buffum concurred with Council Member Dahl that the Commission did
not address that part of the issue.
Jan Maurer, 1418 Chestnut Street, said she is speaking on behalf of the
residents in the 1300 and 1400 block of Chestnut Street. Ms. Maurer
expressed their concern about the negative impact on Chestnut Street from
the lack of parking on West Street. She said if this office is allowed to
develop as the applicant is proposing, there is the potential for traffic
and overflow parking to once again impact Chestnut Street. Ms. Maurer
conveyed that a resident who was unable to attend tonight's meeting has
indicated that the office space above the garage overlooks their backyard
and he is concerned about that space becoming an office.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness asked if the applicant could ask for modification of
the permits at a later time. City Attorney Hays responded yes.
On that basis of that information, Council Member Arness recommended that
Council deny the appeal and leave intact the Planning Commission's
approval of the parking variance subject to removal of the garage
structure.
Mayor Buffum opined that it should go back to the Planning Commission.
Council Member Moss suggested that if Mr. Kucera would like covered
parking, the variance request be amended to allow a carport where the
garage is now and the additional office space be deleted. He requested
that if this issue is referred back to the Commission, that both his and
Council Member Arness' comments be noted.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
refer the Appeal of Variance Application V-41-90 and Use Permit
Application UP-88-90 back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration
with Council Member's comments, and continue the public hearing regarding
V-41-90 and UP-88-90, to November 20, 1990.
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Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
PUBLIC HEARING
- Abandonment Application A-8-90, by Chuck Metro (Collyer
Drive)
(A-010-100 & S-100-110)
The hour of 7:00 P.M., having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public
hearing regarding Abandonment Application A-8-90.
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 Commission recommendation dated November 1, 1990
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the
Planning Commission recommended approval of a request to abandon
approximately 20 feet of street right-of-way on Collyer Drive in the
Country Oaks Subdivision, Unit 7. It is also the recommendation of staff
to approve the abandonment because the right-of-way is not needed for
public street purposes. Staff also recommends that the abandoned area be
declared surplus and the City sell the property or trade for equal value.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, 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 Moss,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application
A-8-90:
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 Redding Planning
Commission on May 22, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Resolution No. 90-542 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding declaring as surplus property 20 feet of street right-
of-way along the north side of Collyer Drive adjacent to the Country Oaks
Subdivision, and ordering the vacation and abandonment of said 20-foot
portion of street right-of-way (A-8-90); and declare the property surplus.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-542 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- Sacramento River Area Regulations
(R-200-600)
Pursuant to City Council's direction, City Attorney Hays submitted a draft
ordinance establishing speed limits on the Sacramento River area within
the City limits, prohibiting personal watercraft, as defined, and dealing
with litter.
Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing pertaining to the Sacramento River
Area Regulations.
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Dennis Chartier, Yamaha North, 872 North Market, submitted a prepared
statement dated October 25, 1990. Mr. Chartier stated that personal
watercraft should not be banned from the Sacramento River. He suggested
that Council set regulations for all power craft, and not discriminate
against personal watercraft. Mr. Chartier indicated that the Shasta
County Personal Watercraft Association has been formed, and he proposed
that personal watercraft be used to assist shoreline clean-ups and
enforcement of river regulations. He conveyed that the Yamaha Motor
Corporation and Yamaha North would like to offer the City of Redding a
1991 Yamaha Wave Runner III for law enforcement to use. Mr. Chartier
outlined how such personal watercraft have been used by law enforcement
agencies in Trinity County.
Council Member Moss asked if the use of personal watercraft by law
agencies on Trinity Lake was in response to problems on the lake.
Mr. Chartier said to an extent; however, there was an effort to reach out
to user groups for educational reasons, as well as for enforcement. He
conveyed that these agencies found that they are useful tools.
Mayor Buffum asked how a personal watercraft is helpful for rescue
operations.
Mr. Chartier conveyed that personal watercraft can be on the scene
immediately, and the vehicle is large enough to carry additional people on
board.
Rob Streeter, 3371 Alta Mesa, stated that the ordinance needs further
study. He stated that personal watercraft do not destroy spawning
grounds. Mr. Street noted that Council is considering banning a user
group from the waterway before fully studying the issues.
Dean Lee, 2230 Larkspur Lane, Lees Kawasaki, pointed out that the proposed
ordinance bans personal watercraft from waterways but allows other types
of boats. Mr. Lee stated that personal watercraft should be allowed to
operate on waterways. He noted that no study shows that these type of
boats do any more harm than other boats. Mr. Lee stated that if a
personal watercraft exceeds the decibel limit, the operator should be
fined. Noting that degradation of spawning grounds is an issue, he
pointed out that personal watercraft avoid shallow water because of the
jets. Mr. Lee suggested that a study group or task force be formed to
work with staff on this matter.
Harry Delanty, 3357 Harlan Drive, Vice President and Director of the
Sacramento River Council, said it all sounds well and good; however, the
facts speak differently. Mr. Delanty pointed out that the speakers have a
great deal at stake because the proposed regulations will limit their
market. He asked Council to look beyond what can be done to what has
happened. He noted that all the communities in the Bay Area peninsula
have banned personal watercraft. He asked Council to look at the broader
issue and see if these problems have been solved in other areas.
Steve McClellan, District Manager of Kawasaki, said there are many
instances where personal watercraft have been used to save lives. He
indicated that personal watercraft are considered Class A inboard
vehicles. Mr. McClellan stated that personal watercraft-users pay taxes,
and they should not be singled out. Regarding the safety issue, he
pointed out that officers have stated that safety problems are caused by
operators, not by the vehicles themselves. He conveyed that it would be
fair and reasonable to set rules such as establishing driver age limits,
requiring safety vests, ban night driving, etc.
Mayor Buffum asked if law enforcement agencies on Lake Shasta, Trinity
Lake and Folsom Lake began using personal watercraft because of problems.
Mr. McClellan said to an extent. He explained that many people who buy
these vehicles do not realize they are boats, and they must be educated.
He conveyed that there have been problems and that is why Kawasaki is
here. He pointed out that personal watercraft are quicker and more
maneuverable than boats, and they do have advantages.
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Tom Voorin, 1444 Victor Avenue, said that statements may be
sensationalized and emotional. The fact is no one has made a study of
these issues. He urged Council to reevaluate its decision and base it on
facts.
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Pat Buckley, 1557 Lakeside Drive, President of Personal Watercraft
Association, noted that the City has the right to restrict speed limit or
noise on the River, but he questioned the City's right to ban a user group
from the River. Mr. Buckley indicated that jet skis have a safety record
that makes them compatible with other uses. He stated that the proposed
ordinance is not a compromise, but a lynching. Mr. Buckley said that jet
fishing boats make large wakes, and jet skis are as quiet as jet boats.
He pointed out that if a Volkswagen car is noisy or driven unsafely, the
operator would be fined, the car would not be banned.
Mr. Buckley asked Council to consider an ordinance with a traffic control
approach. He conveyed that the ordinance as it already exists regulates
noise, reckless driving, etc., and should be used by Council to control
personal watercraft. Mr. Buckley asked Council to give users of personal
watercraft another chance and reconsider its position.
City Clerk Nichols stated that a letter was received from Eugene Michelson
dated November 6, 1990, regarding river regulations pertaining to personal
watercraft.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness conveyed that his solution to the problem is
different. He said the problem is noise and watercraft that does not have
a muffler. He added that a life vest requirement has not been addressed.
Council Member Arness stated that personal watercraft users need to be
educated and regulations could be posted at ramps.
Council Member Dahl opined that the draft ordinance meets Council's
intent. He said the issue is that there is a greater sensitivity to the
elements that create the quality of life that we all enjoy. Council
Member Dahl pointed out that it is common to restrict uses when a problem
is perceived. He noted that skate boards are banned in the Mall, alcohol
is not allowed in parks, and no smoking is allowed on airplanes. He added
that the industry is concerned about a domino effect throughout the
County. Council Member Dahl expressed his support for the draft
ordinance.
Council Member Moss concurred with Council Member Dahl. He added that
trying to regulate how people use personal watercraft on the River will
not work. He pointed out that there have been problems with snowmobiles
and dirt bikes, and regulations did not work. He said places have to be
put aside for that use. Council Member Moss reiterated that it is a noisy
activity. He conveyed that the response from the public has been
overwhelming to ban jet skis.
Council Member Arness said he is also concerned about the noise; however,
the proposed ordinance is reactionary. He supports the use of personal
watercraft on the river; and he pointed out that it would be easy to
modify the ordinance later, if people do not follow through on their word.
He asked Council to give users a chance to prove themselves, and he
requested that Council consider an ordinance which does not allow personal
watercraft without a muffler and which enacts safety measures for its use.
Mayor Buffum conveyed that Council is not basing its decision on emotion--
research has been done. She pointed out that as the world changes and
develops, some personal freedoms will be restricted. Mayor Buffum pointed
out that there are three large lakes within a few miles of the area. She
said use of personal watercraft is not appropriate within an urban
corridor; and she pointed out that the proposed ordinance does not just
limit personal watercraft, it limits jet boat races.
Council Member Arness said that if Council were to be consistent, then all
boats would be outlawed.
Council Member Moss offered Ordinance No. 1944 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 10 of
the Redding Municipal Code by adding Chapter 10.26, Sacramento River Area
Regulations.
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ELECTRIC UTILITY COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
(B-080-160)
Mayor Buffum recommended that Council reappoint Electric Utility
Commissioners Donald Prielipp, Larry Toney, and Arnold Iwanick to serve on
the Electric Utility Commission for four-year terms ending October 31,
1994.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
reappoint Donald Prielipp, Larry Toney, and Arnold Iwanick to the Electric
Utility Commission for four-year terms ending October 31, 1994. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
SHASTA COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION ADVISORY BOARD
(B-080-650-635)
Mayor Buffum suggested that Council Member Arness be appointed to serve on
the Shasta County Community Action Advisory Board.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
appoint Council Member Arness to the Shasta County Community Action
Advisory Board. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1942
- Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Canby-
Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project
(R-030-050-651)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1942 be waived and the City
Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that Ordinance No. 1942 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 1552, approving and adopting
the Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress
Redevelopment Project.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Ordinance No. 1942 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 1943
- River and Waterways Commission
(B-080-385)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1943 be waived and the City
Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Ordinance No. 1943 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Redding amending Title 2, Administration and Personnel, of the
Redding Municipal Code by adding Chapter 2.42., River and Waterways
Commission.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Ordinance No. 1943 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Reinvestment Policy
(A-050-060-555 & B-130-070)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that Council proposed to consider
adopting a policy of reinvesting revenues arising out of property sales
and other unbudgeted non-recurring revenues into a building fund aimed at
transferring City assets from one form to another. Mr. Christofferson
submitted a policy statement as requested and recommended that Council
adopt the policy.
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Council Member Arness questioned if departmental funds were used in the
acquisition of property and that same property was sold at a later time;
would that money revert back to the department or to the proposed fund.
Mr. Christofferson stated that if the money came from a certain fund then
the money would revert back to that fund.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Resolution No. 90-543 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding establishing and adopting a policy regarding
reinvestment of proceeds of property sales and similar unbudgeted and non-
recurring revenues.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-543 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Repeal of SB2557
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that the State Legislature enacted
SB2557 which required California cities to help finance the State budget
by withdrawing funding from counties and then permitting them to
substitute for that lost revenue by billing cities for prisoner booking
and property tax administration. Mr. Christofferson noted that the bill
is effective January 1, 1991, and is retroactive to July 1, 1990. He
explained that the League of California Cities and the County Supervisors
Association of California have united in an effort to secure repeal of
SB2557. It is the recommendation of staff to take a strong position in
opposition to SB2557.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that Resolution No. 90-544 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding relating to State budget actions and urging repeal of
SB2557, and directing that copies by sent to the City's legislative
representatives in Sacramento, the League of California Cities and other
interested parties.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-544 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Buffum noted that a handful of progressive counties have chosen not
to implement the State's mandate.
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT LOCATION
(C-050-025)
City Manager Christofferson outlined alternative locations for the
placement of the Electric Department at the proposed new City Hall and
Corporation Yard. It is the recommendation of the City Manager to locate
all of the Electric Department functions at the Corporation Yard except
for the assignment of distribution planning personnel at City Hall. He
also suggested that office facilities be provided at City Hall for the
department director.
Council Member Arness requested additional time to consider this matter.
Mayor Buffum conveyed that it is the concurrence of Council to continue
this matter to the Council meeting of November 20, 1990.
RESOLUTION
- Classification Titles
RESOLUTION
- Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
(P-100-320)
Council Member Dahl recommended that Council apply the classification
plan, which was previously adopted by Council, to the existing classes.
He also suggested that Council consider compensation as a separate issue
and refer it back to the Personnel Committee. Council Member Dahl
conveyed that the SHRM data has been broken out and is now available to
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the Personnel Committee for review. In the alternative, Council could
call a special meeting and review the data.
City Manager Christofferson explained that a foundation must be laid first
and then changes will be made. He said changes will be made on a constant
basis to keep the document current.
Council Member Buffum stated that she can support the classification
system knowing that it must still be fine tuned.
Council Member Moss asked if the classification system can be simplified.
He said he would support the number of classification titles being pared
down.
Mr. Christofferson conveyed that staff is moving in that direction. He
explained that the City is a complex organization and there are certain
numbers that one cannot get below.
Council Member Moss supported the proposed classification system;
however, he stated that there is nothing substantive regarding
compensation yet. He added that the City's salary structure is closer to
what the City should have than either the recommendations of the Nash
Study or the SHRM Study. He suggested that Departments directors
participate in the recommendations for salary compensation.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Resolution No. 90-545 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding adopting the new classification titles recommended by
the Nash and Company, Inc. report for unrepresented employees, with no
changes in current individual salaries, thus implementing the linkage
between those titles and existing classification titles effective November
4, 1990, and refer the compensation issue to the Personnel Committee and
staff for further consideration.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-545 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Resolution No. 90-546 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding: (1) rescinding, as of Midnight, November 3, 1990,
Resolution Nos. 89-215, 89-239, 89-299, 89-314, 90-82, 90-145, 90-321, 90-
374, 90-477, and 90-545 which contain the current Executive Management
Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan and Employee Classification Schedule and
Salary Plan; (2) establishing a new Employee Classification Schedule and
Salary Plan effective November 4, 1990 (with no changes in current
individual salaries), a true copy of which is attached to Resolution No.
90-546 and incorporated herein by reference; and (3) establishing a new
Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan effective November 4,
1990 (with no changes in current individual salaries), a true copy of
which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-546 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL
- Acquisition of Land for Neighborhood Connection
(C-070-010 & P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that staff has
been working to obtain the necessary easements to provide pedestrian
access from Overhill Drive to the Sacramento River Trail. Staff
negotiated an agreement with the Shasta Union High School District for an
additional 250 feet of the existing connection across District property.
The remaining 200+
feet crosses property owned by Mr. Joe Wong who has
expressed an interest in selling the area east of Jenny Creek to the City.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City acquire fee title to the
area east of Jenny Creek.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
directing staff to order an appraisal of property east of Jenny Creek
owned by Mr. Joe Wong for the purpose of purchasing the property and
extending the neighborhood connection to the Sacramento River Trail and
directing staff to bring the matter back to Council for consideration.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL EXTENSION
- Archaeological Mitigation
(P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the
Sacramento River Trail alignment through Benton Ranch crosses two
archaeological sites. The environmental assessment prepared for the
project recommended that archaeological mitigation measures be adopted.
It is the recomendation of staff that the contract for mitigation work be
awarded to the low bidder, Coyote and Fox Enterprises, in an amount not-
to-exceed $23,575. Funds for this project are from private donation funds
plus accrued interest set aside for the project.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
awarding the contract for archaeological mitigation work along the
Sacramento River Trail extension through Benton Ranch to Coyote and Fox
Enterprises in an amount not-to-exceed $23,575. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RIVER PROPERTIES MASTER PLAN
(C-070-220)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that requests
for proposals to retain a consultant to prepare a Master Plan for Turtle
Bay, Benton Ranch, Caldwell Park, and Diestelhorst properties along the
Sacramento River were distributed. Mr. Perry conveyed that the consultant
interview committee recommended that the firm of Wallace, Robert, Todd be
retained to do the work. Wallace, Robert, Todd has associated with Wilbur
Smith and Associates to do the traffic planning and PACE Engineering to do
utility planning and the tentative map.
Mr. Perry stated that there is $70,000 budgeted for the work. Wallace,
Robert, Todd's proposal is in the amount of $76,425 plus $34,174 for the
optional Environmental Impact Report. The decision to prepare an EIR will
be made at the conclusion of the Master Plan work. The additional $6,425
to prepare the Master Plan will be taken from the Planning Department
budget.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
retain the firm of Wallace, Robert, Todd to prepare the Master Plan for
Turtle Bay, Benton Ranch, Caldwell Park, and Diestelhorst properties along
the Sacramento River in the amount of $76,425. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CABLE FRANCHISE
- Country Cable Systems
(T-040-050)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that Country
Cable Systems has applied for a cable franchise from the City of Redding.
It is the recommendation of staff to refer the application to the City
Manager for report and recommendation. After the report and
recommendation are made, Council will be required to hold a public
hearing. Mr. Perry conveyed that the service area of Country Cable is
very small.
Council Member Arness asked if the proposed Country Cable Systems
application area would overlap with Viacom Cable service. Mr. Perry
replied no.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness,
to refer the application for a cable franchise by Country Cable Systems to
the City Manager for report and recommendation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Annexation 90-12, Quartz Hill/Keswick Dam Area II
(A-150-224)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Annexation
90-12 was referred to Departments for comment and to the Board of
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Administrative Review for an environmental determination. Mr. Perry
conveyed that this is an uninhabited annexation consisting of 164.44
acres.
Fifty-nine percent of the property owners are in favor of annexation, and
the area currently receives water service from the City.
It is the recommendation of staff that the annexation request be approved
and that annexation proceedings be commenced.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Council make the following findings regarding Annexation 90-12:
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 September 26, 1990. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Resolution No. 90-547 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. 90-12 (Quartz Hill/Keswick Dam Area II).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-547 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECREATION AND PARK PLAN
(A-050-220 & P-050)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley recalled that Council authorized the
preparation of a Recreation and Park Plan during this fiscal year. The
purpose of the plan is to evaluate existing programs, projects, facilities
and fees, and make recommendations that would be beneficial for planning
into the twenty-first century. The plan would also evaluate existing
properties for a potential city-wide improved and unimproved trail system,
evaluate existing in-lieu and park development fees and make
recommendations accordingly. Mr. Riley conveyed that staff and the
Recreation and Parks Commission recommend that Council authorize staff to
distribute the RFP and negotiate a contract in an amount not-to-exceed
$35,000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
authorize staff to distribute the Request for Proposal for the Recreation
and Park Plan and negotiate a contract in an amount not-to-exceed $35,000.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
WASTEWATER PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
- 1990 Audit Report
(W-010-200 & A-050-300-400)
Director of Public Works Galusha conveyed that the City has conducted an
industrial wastewater pretreatment program since 1983. The program is
reviewed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board (Regional Board), the
State Water Resources Control Board, and the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA). An audit was held on March 13 and 14, 1990, and the report
was received on August 1, 1990. Mr. Galusha stated that the Regional
Board requested a written response within 60 days. A copy of that
response to Council, and the Report to Council dated October 22, 1990, to
which it is attached, is incorporated herein by reference.
Mr. Galusha reviewed the areas where the Regional Board believes the
City's pretreatment program is deficient and the actions the City has
taken in each of these areas. Mr. Galusha explained that not complying
with the audit findings could result in Federal and State enforcement
actions against the City. He conveyed that the necessary changes require
an increase in personnel for implementation, and the Department has
increased temporary full-time staffing within current budget limitations.
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The program will be reevaluated in the 1991-92 budget process. Mr.
Galusha indicated that the Regional Board has conceptually approved the
City's compliance schedule, subject to approval by the EPA.
Council Member Arness asked who pays for the industrial waste testing.
Mr. Galusha responded that the City does the testing and pays for it.
Council Member Arness questioned if those costs can be passed on. Mr.
Galusha indicated that the cost of those tests could be passed on and
staff will consider that.
This was an information item and no action was taken.
RESOLUTION
- Public Convenience and Necessity for Eminent Domain
Proceedings (John J. and Elouise Flynn) - Clover Creek Sewer Assessment
District
(C-070-010 & A-170-100-080)
City Attorney Hays presented a resolution of public convenience and
necessity to initiate eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of
right-of-way on property within the Clover Creek Sewer Assessment
District. Mr. Hays conveyed that the property owners, John and Elouise
Flynn, have not requested an appearance at tonight's meeting. It is the
recommendation of staff that the resolution be adopted.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that Resolution No. 90-548 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding finding that public convenience and necessity require
the acquisition of a 20' permanent public service easement and a 30'
temporary construction easement for public improvements, namely
installation of sewer trunk lines for Clover Creek Sewer Assessment
District No. 1987-2; Assessor's Parcel No. 056-570-10 (John J. Flynn and
Elouise Flynn, owners).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 90-548 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CLOSED SESSION
(P-100)
Mayor Buffum stated that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant
to California Government Code Section 54957.6(a) to discuss personnel
matters.
At the hour of 10:25 p.m., Mayor Buffum declared the meeting adjourned to
closed session.
At the hour of 11:40 p.m., Mayor Buffum reconvened the meeting to regular
session.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Pizza Factory (N V Data Corp.)
4580 S. Hwy 99 #A
Shasta Niners (Shasta Niners)
4830 Cedars Road
Twin View Market (Neighbor, Gary H. & Rolene S.)
984 Twin View Blvd.
Mall Mart (Morgan, James R. and Richard M., Reiser, John R. and
Bruce E.)
1233 Hilltop Drive
The Saloon (Estate of Michael F. Flora, Margaret E. Flora,
Administrator)
3015 S. Market St.
Holiday Quality Foods #47 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
1720 Pleasant St.
Holiday Quality Foods #46 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
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3280 Bechelli Lane
Holiday Quality Foods #50 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
813 Market St.
Holiday Quality Foods #43 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
1260 Court St.
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Holiday Quality Foods #45 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
2455 Hartnell Ave.
Holiday Quality Foods #48 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
4460 Hwy 99S
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:44 p.m., Mayor Buffum
declared the meeting adjourned to 5:15 p.m., November 13, 1990, at the
City Hall Conference Room to meet with the Recreation and Parks
Commission; and adjourn to 7:00 p.m., November 14, 1990, in the City Hall
Conference Room to meet with the Downtown Mall Advisory Committee.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk