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City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
January 2, 1991 7:17 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Tom Wood, Station Manager of Radio Station KVIP.
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, Director of Electric Utility Lindley, Chief
of Police Blankenship, Electric Utility Resources Manager Coleman, Director of
Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of General Services Masingale, Senior
Planner Keaney, Principal Planner King, Director of Personnel Bristow,
Director of Information Systems Kelley, Director of Utilities Customer
Services Vokal, Airports Director Ruff, Assistant Finance Director Sundin-
Gruber, Battalion Chief Yowell, Risk Manager Mlinarcik, Senior Building
Inspector Gungl, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Assistant Planner Manuel,
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City
Council Moscatello.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO PATRICIA SCHROLL
(B-080-540)
Mayor Buffum presented a plaque to Patricia Schroll, retired Tourism and
Convention Commissioner, in appreciation of her work on the Commission. Mayor
Buffum noted that Commissioner Schroll worked during a time of great change
and activity on the Commission and served the Commission well.
REMOVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Buffum stated that the agenda items pertaining to the Regional Law
Enforcement Training Range and the appropriation of funds for cost
overrun/contract change order for the professional services contract with
Lawrence & Associates pertaining to the Benton Landfill have been removed from
the Agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes
- Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 14, 1990
Regular Meeting of November 20, 1990
Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 27, 1990
Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 27, 1990
Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 1, 1990
Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 4, 1990
Regular Meeting of December 4, 1990
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 11, check numbers 163369
through 163816 inclusive, in the amount of $3,321,222.67, and Accounts Payable
Register No. 12, check numbers 163817 through 164403 inclusive, in the amount
of $5,951,847.91, be approved and paid; and Payroll Register No. 12, check
numbers 307737 through 308529 inclusive, in the amount of $823,540.00, and
Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $192,102.81, for the period
November 25, 1990, through December 08, 1990; and Payroll Register No. 13,
check numbers 308530 through 309405 inclusive, in the amount of $978,451,66,
for the period December 09, 1990, through December 22, 1990, be approved.
TOTAL: $11,267,165.05
Resolution
- CITYLINK Service
(L-040-150)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 91-1 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the
CITYLINK Service Addendum to the Agreement between the City of Redding and
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Information for Public Affairs, Inc., extending the term through November 30,
1991, and
authorizing the City Manager to sign. The invoice for 1991 service has been
received in the amount of $1,995.00.
Resolution
- Lease/Purchase Agreement with Xerox Corporation
(A-070-090)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Resolution No. 91-
2 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Lease/Purchase Agreement between the City of Redding and Xerox
Corporation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The agreement is for
three years at 10.5% interest, for a total monthly expenditure of $351.15.
Approval of Office Supply Vendor
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Kivley's Office Supply
be approved as the City's supplier of office supplies for calendar year 1991,
at a 41% discount rate.
Approval of Blanket Vendor Calendar Year Purchase Orders
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Purchasing Department be
authorized to issue blanket purchase orders to vendors as established by the
blanket vendor program for the calendar year 1991.
Set Public Hearing
- re Appeal of Denial of Tentative Subdivision Map S-39-90,
Oasis Knolls Subdivision, by Walt Gann
(S-100-055-300)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., January 15, 1991, to consider the appeal of Denial of Tentative
Subdivision Map S-39-90.
Annexation 90-18
- Power Line Road Area
(A-150-240)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Department that Annexation 90-18,
Power Line Road Area, be referred to Departments for review and comment, to
the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental determination, to the
Planning Commission for prezoning, and authorize staff to contact other
property owners in the area to determine interest in annexation.
Set Public Hearing
- re Disposition and Development Agreement with Mr. and
Mrs. Charles E. Metro and Disposition and Development Agreement with Charles
E. Metro Investment Company Profit Sharing Plan and Anderson Family Revocable
Living Trust
(R-030-050-050)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Department that a public hearing be
set for 7:00 p.m., January 15, 1991, to consider the Disposition and
Development Agreement with Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Metro and Disposition and
Development Agreement with Charles E. Metro Investment Company Profit Sharing
Plan and Anderson Family Revocable Living Trust.
Resolution
- Amendment to Supplement No. 2 re Transmission Service by the
Western Area Power Administration
(E-120-900)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 91-3 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
Supplement No. 2 to Contract No. DE-MS65-83WP59008 dated January 16, 1984,
with the Department of Energy, Western Area Power Administration, as set forth
in Exhibit 2B, Transmission Rate of Delivery, dated November 9, 1990, and
authorizing the City Manager to sign same. Funds are included in the 1990/91
budget.
Resolution
- Purchase of PG&E's Electric Facilities in Old Alturas Road Area,
Annexations 89-1 and 89-7
(E-090-020 & A-150-207 & A-150-213)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 91-4 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
Purchase and Sale Agreement between Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the
City of Redding covering the electric distribution facilities of Pacific Gas
and Electric Company within the unincorporated area known as "Old Alturas
Road, Annexation Nos. 89-1 and 89-7", and authorizing the Mayor to sign all
necessary documentation. Funds for this purchase, $119,689, are included in
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the 1990/91 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as part of the 1989 Electric
System Project Financing Program.
Resolution
- Purchase of PG&E's Electric Facilities in South Hawley Road Area,
Annexation 89-2
(E-090-020 & A-150-208)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 91-5 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
Purchase and Sale Agreement between Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the
City of Redding covering the electric distribution facilities of Pacific Gas
and Electric Company within the unincorporated area known as "South Hawley
Road, Annexation No. 89-2", and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary
documentation. Funds for this purchase, $18,631.25, are included in the
1990/91 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as part of the 1989 Electric System
Project Financing Program.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2416, One 115/12.47kV 16.8/22.4/28.0 MVA Power
Transformer for Canby Substation
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2416,
one 115/12.47kV 16.8/22.4/28.0 MVA Power Transformer for the Canby Substation,
be awarded to the low bidder, Magnetek Electric, in the amount of $483,650.00.
Only Bid Group II spare parts, Items 2.4 through 2.10 are included in this
purchase. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989 Electric System
Project Financing Program.
Actuarial Services/Workers' Compensation Claims Program
(R-100-950)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that approval be given for
Tillinghast to perform an actuarial study of the City's Workers' Compensation
Program, at a cost of no greater than $4,000, to evaluate the adequacy of the
City's reserves, and, if necessary, recommend a multi-year plan to
incrementally increase it to acceptable levels.
Actuarial Services/Liability Claims Program
(R-100-550)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that approval be given for Wyatt
Company to perform an actuarial study of the City's Liability Program, at a
cost of no greater than $4,800, to evaluate the adequacy of the City's
reserves, and, if necessary, recommend a multi-year plan to incrementally
increase it to acceptable levels.
Waiver of Insurance
- Northern California Basketball Officials'
Association/Metro Association and Redding Unit
(P-100-060)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that approval be given for the
waiver of insurance requirements for the Northern California Basketball
Officials' Association/Metro Association and Redding Unit, as the advantages
of using the Associations and their officials are greater than the potential
for liability of workers' compensation claims.
Vision Contract Renewal
(P-100-150-160)
It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 91-6 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving an
extension of and amendment to the contract between the City of Redding and
Vision Service Plan for employee vision care, and authorizing the Mayor to
execute the necessary documentation when available. The Contract is extended
for a period of two years, January 1, 1991, through December 31, 1992.
Resolution
- Financing Agreement with IBM Credit Corporation for Financing New
World Systems Corporation Software
(A-070-400 & P-150)
It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Resolution
No. 91-7 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Financing Agreement between the City of Redding and IBM Credit
Corporation for the financing of New World Systems Corporation software, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Software costs are $199,170, with the
amount to be distributed over 60 months at an interest rate of 7.34%, with
monthly payments of $4,224.
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Resolution - New World Systems Corporation Software License Agreement with New
World Systems Corporation
(A-070-400 & P-150)
It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Resolution
No. 91-8 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the New World Systems Corporation Software License Agreement for IBM
AS/400 between the City of Redding and New World Systems Corporation, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Resolution
- Agreement for Purchase and Shared Usage of a Computerized Public
Safety System with County of Shasta and City of Anderson
(P-150)
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 91-9 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Agreement for the
purchase and shared usage of a Computerized Public Safety System entered into
between the County of Shasta, City of Redding, and City of Anderson, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2423, Two Follow Spotlights
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2423, two follow spotlights, be awarded to the low bidder, Olesen, in the
amount of $13,966.56, including trade-in. Funds for this purchase are
included in the 1990/91 budget.
Resolution
- Lease Agreement for Premises at Benton Airpark
Resolution
- Lease Agreement for Hangar and Aircraft Parking Apron Facilities
at Benton Airpark
(C-070-100 & A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 91-10 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the
Lease Agreement between the City of Redding and the State of California,
acting by and through the Director of the Department of General Services, for
the California Highway Patrol aircraft operations and related offices at
Benton Airpark, commencing retroactively from July 1, 1989, and terminating
December 31, 1991, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-11 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Lease Agreement between
the City of Redding and the State of California, acting by and through the
Director of the Department of General Services, for the California Highway
Patrol for certain hangar and aircraft parking apron facilities at Benton
Airpark, commencing July 1, 1990, and terminating December 31, 1991, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Resolution
- Lease Addendum with Redding Aerotronics, Inc., at Redding
Municipal Airport
(C-070-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 91-12 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
Letter of Agreement, dated September 10, 1990, to amend the lease between the
City of Redding and Redding Aerotronics, Inc., thereby not requiring Redding
Aerotronics to reimburse the City for asphalt paving in front of the hangar
should they not complete the Lease term.
Resolution
- Rejecting Bid Schedule No. 2409, PAPI System at Benton Airpark
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 91-13 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rejecting the
sole bid of ADB-Alnaco, Inc., for a precision approach path indicator visual
lighting system at Benton Airpark, (Bid Schedule No. 2409); declaring that a
precision approach path indicator system (PAPI) may be acquired in the open
market, at a price not to exceed budgeted funds; and authorizing the
negotiation thereof by the City Manager.
Resolution
- Document Destruction
(A-050-055-750)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 91-14 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
the destruction of certain records.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2412, Paint Senior Citizen's Building
Resolution
- Appropriation of Funds
* (B-130-070 & B-050-100 & C-050-700)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2412, painting the Senior Citizen's Building, be awarded to the
low bidder, Walgamuth Painting, in the amount of $6,150.00, which is $1,150.00
over the budgeted amount.
It is, therefore, recommended that Resolution No. 91-15 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 25th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating
$1,150.00 to paint the Senior Citizen's Center.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2413, Paint Redding Plunge Building
Resolution
- Appropriation of Funds
* (B-130-070 & B-050-100 & P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2413, painting the Redding Plunge Building, be awarded to the low
bidder, Larry's Custom Painting, in the amount of $4,227.00, which is $227.00
over the budgeted amount.
It is, therefore, recommended that Resolution No. 91-16 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 24th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating
$250.00 to paint the Redding Plunge building.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2418, Landscape Maintenance Service at Various
Locations
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2418, landscape maintenance service at various locations, be
awarded to the second lowest bidder, Commercial Landscape, in the amount of
$35,384.00 for maintenance services beginning January 1, 1991, and ending June
30, 1992. The low bidder, Smith and Son, did not meet the necessary legal
requirements. Funds for this service are received from individual landscape
maintenance district assessments.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2399, Envelopes for Utility Customer Services
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Utility Customer Services Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2399, envelopes for Utility Customer Services, be awarded to the
low bidder, American Envelope, in the amount of $14,325.69. Funds for this
purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2235, Eureka Way Substation and
Installation of 115kV Breaker at Moore Road Substation
(B-050-020 & E-090-140-260 & E-090-140-475)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2235 (Job No. 9977), Eureka Way Substation and Installation of 115kV Breaker
at Moore Road Substation, awarded to Lamb Engineering and Construction, be
accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file
a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $989,600.00.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2285, Magnolia Park Renovation
(B-050-020 & P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2285 (Job No. 9916), Magnolia Park Renovation, awarded to Robert J. Frank
Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is
$47,519.00.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2308, Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment
Facility 1990 Improvements
(B-050-020 & W-010-450)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2308 (Job No. 9819-32), Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility 1990
Improvements, awarded to Valley Engineers, Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily
completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion.
The final contract price is $820,832.67.
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Resolution - Summarily Vacating a Portion of Canyon Creek Road (Buenaventura
Boulevard)
(A-010-100 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
17 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
summarily vacating a portion of Canyon Creek Road (Buenaventura Boulevard)
street right-of-way in exchange for a new right-of-way dedication along the
revised alignment, pursuant to the Conditions of Approval for Country Heights
Subdivision, Units 4 and 5.
Resolution
- Summarily Vacating a Public Utilities Easement - Shirley
Subdivision (Between Churn Creek Road and School Street, about 200 feet north
of Shirley Lane)
(A-010-040)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
18 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
summarily vacating a 10-foot-wide public utility easement through the middle
of a new parcel located between Churn Creek Road and School Street, about 200
feet north of Shirley Lane, as dedication of public service easements along
the east and west frontages is replacing the need for this existing utility
easement.
Resolution
- Summarily Vacating a General Utility Easement - Red Lion Inn
Property
(A-010-040)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
19 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
summarily vacating a 10-foot-wide general utility easement in, over, along,
upon, and across the Redding Lion Inn property, as it encroaches into the
proposed motel expansion and the City anticipates no future use.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2414, Hydraulic Equipment
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2414 (Job No. 9082-31), hydraulic equipment, be awarded to the low bidder,
GCS, Inc., in the amount of $5,091.12. Funds for this purchase are included
in the 1990/91 budget.
Acceptance of Improvements
- Ridgecrest Condominiums, Phase II (West side of
Hilltop Drive and south of Lake Boulevard)
(S-100-633)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that public improvements
in the Ridgecrest Condominiums, Phase II, project be accepted as
satisfactorily completed by the developer, Ridgecrest Properties.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Saratoga North Estates, Units 2 and 3 (North of
Rancho Road and east of Alta Mesa and west of Shasta View)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-687)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
20 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Castlewood Drive, Windwood Court,
Windwood Drive, and Western Oak Drive in Saratoga North Estates Unit No. 2;
and Castlewood Drive and Western Oak Drive in Saratoga North Estates Unit No.
3.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Saratoga North Estates, Units
2 and 3, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
instructed to return the securities to the developer, Jerry L. Knighten
Construction, Inc.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Highland Oaks Subdivision, Units 2 and 3 (West
side of the Shasta View extension, north of Rancho Road, and east of Alta
Mesa)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-687)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
21 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Castlewood Drive, Tiffany Lane,
Brittany Drive, and Shasta View Drive, in Highland Oaks Subdivision, Units 2
and 3.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Highland Oaks Subdivision,
Unit 2 and 3, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
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instructed to return the securities to the developer, Eckleman & Scarbrough
and Jerry Knighten Construction.
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Acceptance of Final Map - Hacienda Heights, Unit 2 (North of Old Alturas Road
and south of College Heights Subdivision and Simpson College)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-260)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
22 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Julian Court, Hemingway Street, and
Julian Street, in Hacienda Heights Subdivision S-14-85, Unit No. 2.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Hacienda Heights, Unit 2, be
accepted as satisfactorily completed by the developer, M.H.D. Associates, and
the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- River Heights Subdivision (On the bluffs over
the Sacramento River south of Hilltop and west of Interstate 5)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-648)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
23 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation River Bend Road, in River Heights
Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the improvements in River Heights Subdivision be
accepted as satisfactorily completed by the developer, Knighten Construction
and Development.
Acceptance of Improvements
- The Knolls Planned Development, Unit 3 (South of
Eureka Way and north of the water treatment plant on Foothill Boulevard)
(L-010-210-390)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the public
improvements in The Knolls Planned Development, Unit 3, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the
securities to the developer, Frank Wilson.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 6 (West of
Blazingwood Drive and along the extension of Howard Drive)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
24 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Songbird Way, Howard Drive, and
Nightbird Way, in Country Heights Subdivision, Unit No. 6.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Country Heights Subdivision,
Unit 6, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
instructed to return the securities to the developer, Signature Northwest.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Highland Oaks Subdivision, Unit 1 (West side of
the extension of Shasta View, north of Rancho Road, and east of Alta Mesa)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-282)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
25 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Western Oak Drive, Brittany Drive, and
Shasta View Drive, in Highland Oaks Subdivision, Unit No. 1.
It is also recommended that the improvements in the Highland Oaks Subdivision,
Unit No. 1, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
instructed to return the original securities to the developer, Highland Oaks
Partnership. Until such time as it is decided whether the City will require a
walkway in the adjacent property, the City Clerk will retain a $7,500.00
security until authorized for release by the Public Works Department.
Approval of Freeway Agreement
- Highway 44/Friendly Road Access Ramps
(S-050-100 & L-010-390)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
26 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving Freeway Agreement No. 02-SHA-44-RO.1/RO.7 between the City of
Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same. This agreement is required due to the new
access ramps to Highway 44 at Friendly Road and removing the existing access
ramps at Dana Drive, in conjunction with Use Permit No. UP-79-90, Fred Meyer
of California, Inc.
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Resolution - State-Local Transportation Partnership Program Master Agreement
with State of California
(G-100-170 & S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
27 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving State-Local Entity Master Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 between the City
of Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Preliminary indications are that the
State's participation will be in the 10-15 percent range, at best.
Resolution
- Supplement No. 1 to Agreement SLTPP-5068 (Widen Hartnell Avenue
from Bechelli Lane to School Street)
(G-100-170 & S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
28 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving Program Supplement No. 001 to State-Local Transportation Partnership
Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 between the City of Redding and the State of
California, Department of Transportation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign
same. The estimated cost is $1,144,444.00, and local matching funds are
estimated to be $964,820.00.
Resolution
- Supplement No. 2 to Agreement SLTPP-5068 (Widen Hartnell Avenue
overcrossing from two to four lanes)
(G-100-170 & S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
29 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving Program Supplement No. 002 to State-Local Transportation Partnership
Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 between the City of Redding and the State of
California, Department of Transportation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign
same. The estimated cost is $637,033.00, and local matching funds are
estimated to be $498,334.00.
Resolution
- Supplement No. 3 to Agreement SLTPP-5068 (Asphalt concrete
overlay and signalization of Cypress Avenue)
(G-100-170 & S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
30 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving Program Supplement No. 003 to State-Local Transportation Partnership
Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 between the City of Redding and the State of
California, Department of Transportation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign
same. The estimated cost is $71,800.00, with local matching funds estimated
to be $58,628.00.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3 (South of
Highway 299 between Churn Creek and Churn Creek Road)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-603)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
31 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Olympic Street in Quail Hollow
Subdivision, Unit No. 3.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit
No. 3, be accepted as satisfactorily completed by the developer, Jaxon
Enterprises, and the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta
County Recorder.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Buckeye Fire Hydrants
* (B-130-070 & W-030-500)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
32 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 22nd amendment to the City Budget Resolution No.
90-362 appropriating $7,000.00 for Buckeye Fire District Water Hydrants.
There is currently only $5,000.00 budgeted for this project. The City Water
Utility will be reimbursed by the Buckeye Fire Protection District when the
hydrants are installed.
Resolution
- Purchase of Street Name Hardware
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
33 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the purchase of street name sign hardware from the single vendor,
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Hawkins-Hawkins, Inc., not to exceed $10,712.34, pursuant to Redding Municipal
Code
Section 4.20.120(H)(2), and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary
documentation. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Bonnyview Drain Project
- Amendment to Agreement with Evergreen Engineering
(S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
34 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Addendum to Agreement between the City of Redding and Evergreen
Engineering Corporation to reconstruct the Bonnyview Drain, from Lakewood
Drive to Girvan Road.
This addendum is necessary due to additional design work, costing $8,540,
needed for the construction of box culverts. By using some of the funds
identified for construction for the additional design costs, it will be
necessary to budget additional funds in the fiscal year 1991-92 to complete
the project. Adequate funds are available for both design and construction of
this project from storm drain capital outlay fees.
Resolution
- Congestion Management Agency
(T-100-375)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
35 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
designating Shasta County Regional Transportation Planning Agency as the
Congestion Management Agency for Shasta County.
Resolution
- Stop Control at Sunset/Altura/Royal Oaks Intersection
(T-080-720)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Direction that Resolution No. 91-
36 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the installation of a stop sign controlling eastbound and
westbound approaches at the intersection of Sunset/Royal Oaks/Altura, along
with striping modifications to better define the intersection.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 2704 S. Market Street, owned by Josephine
L. Hedman, Trustee under the Josephine L. Hedman 1986 Trust dated August 14,
1986
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-37 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 2704
S. Market Street, owned by Josephine L. Hedman, Trustee under the Josephine L.
Hedman 1986 Trust dated August 14, 1986.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 2584 Reservoir Lane, owned by Ramon D.
and Grace S. Flores
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-38 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the
proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on
certain real property in the City of Redding located at 2584 Reservoir Lane,
owned by Ramon D. and Grace S. Flores.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, 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 Nos. 91-1, 91-2, 91-3, 91-4, 91-5, 91-6, 91-7, 91-8, 91-9, 91-10,
91-11, 91-12, 91-13, 91-14, 91-15, 91-16, 91-17, 91-18, 91-19, 91-20, 91-21,
91-22, 91-23, 91-24, 91-25, 91-26, 91-27, 91-28, 91-29, 91-30, 91-31, 91-32,
91-33, 91-34, 91-35, 91-36, 91-37, and 91-38 are on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
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Letter from Salvation Army
(S-020-100)
A letter was received from Captain James Baker of the Salvation Army,
appealing for a reduction in solid waste collection charges at the homeless
shelter located
at the National Guard armory. Mr. Baker notes that the City has picked up the
shelter's garbage during its operation over the last two years at no charge,
and this year's proposed charges will create a hardship on the operation of
the shelter.
City Manager responded that staff has no authority to waive or modify the fee,
and Council does. He explained that the shelter has not been charged for
waste pickup in the past; however, staff is trying to tighten up. Mr.
Christofferson noted that if the charge is waived, the expense should be
charged to the general fund, not the solid waste fund, to be consistent with
policy. He added that this is not the only example of requests for City
service at no charge, and he suggested that rather than Council just address
this issue, the entire area of services being provided for free should be
addressed. He suggested that Council sit with staff and discuss this issue.
Mayor Buffum asked why the City has collected the garbage at no charge during
the last two years. Mr. Christofferson stated that the City has been
gracious, and he reiterated that this is a general tightening up. There are
many examples of the City providing free service, such as during the Jazz
Festival or Airshow.
Council Member Dahl said that if the charges are waived, it should be a
consideration from the general fund. He added that this issue should be
discussed during budget study sessions. He expressed his concern about using
the reserves at this time.
Council Member Arness recommended that the solid waste collection charges for
the Salvation Army be waived. He said Council should find out how much money
is being spent on these types of free service.
Council Member Moss stated that on an incremental basis, for the collection of
one dump box, there will not be an increase in expense other than for fuel.
He said the actual cost to the City is a nominal amount, and not a raid on the
treasury.
Council Member Arness said Council Member Moss is correct about the
incremental costs. However, General Services is trying to decide where to
draw the line.
Council Member Moss said he would be happy to work on this issue with staff.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
waive the solid waste collection charges for the homeless shelter at the
National Guard Armory, appoint Council representatives to discuss the
provision of free services with staff, and prepare a report by April 2, 1991,
so the issue may be addressed during budget study sessions. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Buffum appointed herself and Council Member Arness to discuss the issue
with staff and she stated that a preliminary report will be presented to
Council at its workshop of January 19, 1991.
Letter from Sacramento River Council
(E-120-070-425)
A letter from the Sacramento River Council was received stating that the
greater community good would now be served if the City of Redding withdrew its
Lake Redding Hydroelectric application so that it is no longer an impediment
to critically needed fisheries restoration actions. The Sacramento River
Council requested that this matter be placed on City Council's agenda for
consideration.
Mayor Buffum noted that Council received a response to this letter from the
Electric Utility Department, and she asked if Council would like Electric
Utility Director Lindley to speak. It was determined that this was not
necessary.
Council Member Dahl suggested that this matter be referred to the Electric
Utility Commission for consideration.
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Mayor Buffum said it is the concurrence of Council to refer the letter from
the Sacramento River Council to the Electric Utility Commission for review and
consideration and this matter will be addressed later in a joint workshop with
City Council and the Electric Utility Commission.
Letter from Gene Rother
(L-070-100)
A letter was received from Gene Rother stating that the Business License Fee
Schedule for 1991 is unfair, and his business license tax has been increased
eleven times. Noting that he is a commercial building operator, Mr. Rother
states that commercial contracts are written for ten years or more which could
leave the lessor with no way to regain the added expense. Mr. Rother asks
Council to correct this unfair tax increase.
City Clerk Nichols stated that staff expected a lot of complaints and
questions after the business license fee schedule was increased. She conveyed
that when Mr. Rother came to the City Clerk's office, he was asked to put his
complaint in writing so it could be considered further. Mrs. Nichols added
that this is the only written complaint that has been received from lessors of
commercial property.
Mayor Buffum asked if there are other commercial operators in this position.
Mrs. Nichols explained that some commercial operators have been paying a
business license tax based on a per unit residential rate rather than on the
commercial rate which is based on square footage and which would have resulted
in a higher fee.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
refer Mr. Rother's letter to staff for review and consideration. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
City Clerk Nichols left the meeting at this point.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Amendment to Abandonment Application A-1-90, by Medvest
(A-110-100)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
regarding the Amendment to Abandonment Application A-1-90.
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 December 12, 1990
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning
Commission recommended approval of an amendment request to delete a portion of
the right-of-way previously approved for abandonment. The amendment proposes
to abandon only the north half of the 80-foot-wide right-of-way. Mr. Perry
stated that reducing the size of the abandonment will still effectively close
Shasta Street, improve pedestrian access, and avoid the creation of a
substandard lot. It is the recommendation of staff that the amendment be
approved subject to draft conditions as stated in the Report to City Council
dated December 12, 1990.
Mr. Perry conveyed that Caltrans has identified a small sliver of the proposed
abandonment that should be retained as part of the State Highway 299 corridor,
and this can be addressed by revising Condition No. 1 to retain that portion
of right-of-way.
Gary Anthis, 1890 Manchester Drive, offered to answer any questions Council
may have regarding the amendment to Abandonment A-1-90.
Council Member Fulton asked if Medvest is part of Redding Medical Center. Mr.
Anthis stated no, Medvest is a private corporation.
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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, to
approved the Amendment to Abandonment A-1-90, by Medvest, in concept, subject
to the applicant complying with the Conditions of Approval dated December 27,
1990, and directing staff to prepare a resolution for adoption at that time.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 13, Westside Estates
Subdivision
(A-170-075-013)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 13.
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 December 12, 1990
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
undertook steps to formulate a landscape maintenance district for those
landscaping improvements being installed in conjunction with development of
the Westside Estates Subdivision. Mr. Perry noted that the Engineer's Report
proposes a $22.56 per lot per year assessment. It is the recommendation of
staff to levy an assessment for Fiscal Year 1991-92 for Landscape Maintenance
District No. 13.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, 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 Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-39 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding levying an assessment in the amount of $22.56 per lot per year on
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 13 for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, Dahl, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-39 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Limousine Owner's Permit
(T-100-150)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
regarding the Public Convenience and Necessity of a Limousine Owner's Permit.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Ms. Strohmayer stated that a letter was received from the applicant, Rico D.
Ballestrasse, stating that he is unable to attend tonight's public hearing.
Mr. Ballestrasse states that Redding is growing, and the new residents enjoy
the luxury provided by a limousine service, and such a service enhances the
lives of residents already established in Redding. He further states that a
limousine service would enhance the community's image and would encourage
business interactions between local companies.
Ms. Strohmayer conveyed that there are currently no limousine services
established in the City of Redding.
Council Member Fulton asked how many vehicles Mr. Ballestrasse plans on using.
Ms. Strohmayer stated that this application is for one vehicle. Any other
additional vehicles would have to come before Council for approval.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
approve the operation of a limousine service by Rico D. Ballestrasse, subject
to the submittal of a financial statement, the appropriate insurance
certificate, and approval of the vehicle by the Chief of Police. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
TOURISM AND CONVENTION COMMISSION
(B-080-540)
Mayor Buffum recommended that Steve Gaines, Jacquelyn Jabs, and Mike Marshall
be reappointed to the Tourism and Convention Commission for terms expiring
January 1, 1994.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
reappoint Steve Gaines, Jacquelyn Jabs, and Mike Marshall to the Tourism and
Convention Commission for terms expiring January 1, 1994. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Noting that there are still two vacant seats on the Tourism and Convention
Commission, Mayor Buffum asked each Council Member to submit two names for
consideration.
ORDINANCE NO. 1946
- Deleting Sections of Title 18 re Signs
(L-010-500-050 & C-110-100)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 1946 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 Arness, that
Ordinance No. 1946 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending the Redding Municipal Code by deleting reference to "Signs"
in various Sections of Title 18, Zoning, as set forth below.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1946 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 1947
- Amending the Municipal Code re Signs
(L-010-500-050 & C-110-100)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 1947 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Ordinance No. 1947 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending the Redding Municipal Code by (1) deleting Section 16.32
pertaining to Signs; and (2) adding a new Chapter 18.90 pertaining to Signs.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - Fulton
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1947 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 1948
- Rezoning Application RZ-11-88, by Stoney Ridge Partners
(3601 Eureka Way)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 1948 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. 1948 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
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Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to
the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-11-88).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1948 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION
(P-100-320)
Council Member Dahl recalled that Council adopted the Classification Study and
linked it to existing job titles. He noted that the Personnel Committee was
asked to consider the next step to establish a policy pertaining to employee
compensation issues.
Council Member Dahl stated that compensation levels are appropriate, and the
Personnel Committee is recommending that Council maintain the status quo. He
pointed out that the Nash study used benchmark cities with a higher cost of
living; and because the SHRM study was not able to find equivalent positions,
such as Firefighter or Police Officer, in the private sector, it did not give
Council the data which was needed. Council Member Dahl said the basis for
their recommendation is that the City loses very few employees for reasons of
compensation, most recruitment efforts produce adequate numbers of qualified
applicants, City compensation levels generally compare favorably with the
local market, and the economy is tending to soften.
Council Member Dahl said it is imperative that Council be very prudent with
its fiscal resources. Noting that the Nash study recommended a $1,000,000
yearly increase in personnel costs, he said he cannot support that. Council
Member Dahl noted that not everyone will agree that compensation levels should
remain where they are. He added that there are some inequities, and these
should be addressed through some type of review mechanism.
Council Member Dahl also recommended that in the Fiscal Year 1991/92 budget,
Council halt personnel growth at current levels.
Council Member Moss asked Council Member Dahl if he would like to include the
zero growth proposal in the motion to adopt the Committee's recommendation.
Council Member Dahl said he does not have a problem with that and pointed out
that budget review starts in March.
Council Member Arness suggested that the personnel zero growth proposal be
discussed at the Council Workshop. Council Member Fulton and Mayor Buffum
agreed with Council Member Arness.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
maintain the status quo pertaining to compensation and direct staff to develop
a mechanism for the orderly review of positions on an annual basis. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
SB2557
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that the State legislature passed SB2557
which withdrew funds that would have otherwise gone to the counties and then
authorized the counties to recoup that money by charging booking fees for
prisoners booked into the county jail and charging fees for property tax
administration. He added that the legislature made the bill effective January
1, 1991, but retroactive to July 1, 1990.
Mr. Christofferson conveyed that the League of California Cities (LCC) is
collaborating with the County Supervisors Association in an attempt to repeal
SB2557. The League has come up with a constructive alternative--a permanent
one-year extension of the Vehicle License Fees depreciation schedule to
support county general funds and the repeal of SB2557. An LCC News Bulletin
was submitted to Council for additional information.
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Mr. Christofferson relayed a variety of alternatives Council may wish to take
with respect to SB2557. One approach would be to "wait and see" and decline
to
take any action until the picture clears; a second alternative would be to
honor whatever bills are received; a third action would be of a legal nature;
a fourth possibility would be to consider the payment a state mandate and file
for reimbursement; a fifth option is to decline to pay whatever bills may be
tendered; and a sixth option is to ask the County to rescind its action to
implement SB2557.
Mr. Christofferson said a slow and deliberate response may be appropriate; and
until it can be determined what all of the considerations are for the City, he
suggested that the City not respond immediately. He added that the LCC
believes there is a good chance this will be turned around. Mr.
Christofferson suggested that Council consider this further at its next
workshop.
Council Member Dahl asked if the Board of Supervisors took action today. Mr.
Christofferson noted that the Board reaffirmed its prior action and passed two
ordinances.
Noting that it will be awhile before the County's ordinances are in effect,
Council Member Moss said he prefers to wait and see especially because this is
a battle that is being fought all over the State.
Mayor Buffum stated that it is the consensus of Council to take a "wait and
see" position.
JOINT MEETING
- City Council and Electric Utility Commission
(A-050-060 & B-080-160)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that a joint meeting with the Electric
Utility Commission has been scheduled for January 8, 1991, and he asked
Council to identify those subjects to be discussed. He noted that there are
three or four items to be discussed so far: the Sacramento River Council
request; the Clear Creek Hydropower project; the resource plan and hydro
projects in general; and the Electric Utility Commission policy of
communicating with other agencies such as the Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission. Mr. Christofferson asked if there are other items Council would
like to place on the agenda.
Mayor Buffum stated that she would like the letter from Ward Gandy placed on
the agenda. Council Member Dahl agreed and stated that all those concerns
should be voiced and laid out on the table.
Mayor Buffum stated that the agenda is very heavy.
Council Member Dahl noted that the letter from the Sacramento River Council
was just referred back to the Electric Utility Commission. He asked for
clarification of what was on the agenda.
Mayor Buffum conveyed that FERC issues, the Sacramento River/Lake Redding
item, Clear Creek hydro concerns, and the Gandy letter are on the agenda.
Council Member Dahl noted that the Sacramento River Council letter was just
referred back to the EUC and this may not be the appropriate time to discuss
the issues.
ORDINANCE
- Rezoning Application RZ-16-90, by the Shasta Niners (4830 Cedars
Road)
(L-010-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
approved the rezoning of property from "R3-15-FP" Multiple Family Residential
District to "U-FP" Unclassified District subject to amendment of the general
plan. Mr. Perry conveyed that the General Plan was amended on December 4,
1990. It is the recommendation of staff that the ordinance rezoning the
property be offered for first reading.
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 1949 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the
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Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in
the City of Redding (RZ-16-90).
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TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-38-90 - Churn Creek Park Subdivision, by Gold
Hills Mobile Estates
(S-100-091)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to
subdivide 21 acres into 57 single-family lots, located south of Gold Hills
Country Club and east of Twin View Boulevard, described as Tentative
Subdivision Map S-38-90. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of
approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item.
AIR POLLUTION MANAGEMENT
(E-020-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry relayed that the Shasta
County Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is circulating a draft ordinance
addressing wood stoves. The proposed ordinance would require all new wood
stoves to meet EPA Phase II emission and performance requirements; require a
$250 payment with each building permit for a project with a wood stove or
fireplace to be used to pave dirt roads in the County; and require as a
condition of sale of any real property that any wood stove not meeting EPA
Phase II requirements be replaced. He added that additional details need to
be worked out. Mr. Perry explained that the Air Pollution Control District
must show progress in reducing emissions and the County must have a plan in
place by 1994 and show good faith by June 1991.
Noting that the proposed ordinance institutes a fee for the purpose of oiling
dirt roads in the County, Council Member Moss asked if another agency
established the fee, if that agency would have some discretionary use of the
fee. He pointed out that if the City institutes the fee, much could be done
with the money. Most of the construction is in the City; thus, most of the
fees will come from Redding.
Mr. Perry conveyed that this could be suggested to the AQMD. He explained
that there is room for discussion, and information is still being gathered.
He noted that AQMD has the ability to adopt a fee, and the District will
consider this matter as a regional problem with no boundary lines. The City
could adopt its own ordinance; however, he said he would like some additional
time to do research and poll other cities.
Council Member Arness pointed out that it would be beneficial if the entire
County had the same standards and performance criteria.
Mr. Perry stated that he will convey Council's comments to the AQMD.
This was an information item and no action was taken.
RESOLUTION
- Interim Stream Protection Measures
(A-050-060-555 & R-200-600)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that on December 4,
1990, Council approved a draft proposal for Interim Stream Protection Policies
and directed staff to prepare a resolution implementing the policy.
Council Member Arness expressed concern about the measures restrictions. He
noted that some items are conditioned by the word "shall," whereas the word
"may" may be more appropriate. He said he is not counter to cleaning up the
rivers and waterways; however, he is very concerned about how hard the
development community will be hit by these measures.
Mr. Perry stated that staff tried to build flexibility into the measures, and
he indicated where that flexibility is. He said staff is trying to forewarn
developers.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-40 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding establishing and adopting a policy on Interim Stream Protection
Measures.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-40 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Mayor Buffum noted that once the measures have been established and some
experience has been gained, the resolution can be looked at and modified if
necessary.
CAPITAL OUTLAY PURCHASE
- Building Division
(B-050-100 & A-050-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recommended approval of the
purchase of modular office furnishing from the Office Planning Group Tab of
Central California, in the amount of $15,943.33, for the Building Division.
Mr. Perry conveyed that funds are budgeted for this purchase in the 1990/91
fiscal year.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
approve the purchase of modular office furnishing from the Office Planning
Group Tab of Central California, in the amount of $15,943.33, for the Building
Division. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT
(A-050-250)
Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through November
1990 for the following work areas: (1) planning and zoning; (2) building and
population; (3) landscape design; and (4) cable. This was an information item
and no action was required.
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT PROJECT STATUS REPORT
- First Quarter 1991
(A-050-125)
Electric Director Lindley submitted the Electric Department Project Status
Report for the first quarter of 1991. Mr. Lindley indicated that the
California-Oregon Transmission Project is under full construction. Right-of-
way clearing, access road construction, and foundations for towers and
substation site preparations are underway. The West Loop Transmission Line
and Eureka Way Substation is virtually complete and plans for the Phoenix
Project are moving ahead.
This was an information item and no action was required.
AIRPORTS RATES AND FEES ANALYSIS
(A-090-100 & A-090-020)
Airports Director Ruff conveyed that the rates and fees for Redding's
Airports have essentially remained static for at least five years. These
rates and fees were established incrementally and without an in-depth
examination as to how they relate to one another. Mr. Ruff recommended that a
rates and fees analysis be prepared and that staff be directed to pursue the
use of a consultant service for this analysis through the issuance of an
Request for Proposal. He indicated that the Airports Commission and City
Council would have final approval before consultant services were engaged.
Council Member Arness asked if the rates and fees analysis is a budgeted item.
Mr. Ruff explained that staff is taking action to enable staff to see where
fees and rates should be set and therefore create a much sounder basis on
which to base the budget. He replied that the item has not been budgeted, and
the cost for the analysis is unknown at this time. The RFP will give staff an
idea of what the amount is. He added that a public hearing would preclude any
rate and fee adjustment, and it is unlikely that the analysis will be complete
in a year.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
direct staff to issue a Request for Proposal for consulting services for the
preparation of an airports' rate and fees analysis. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
TRANSFER STATION
(L-010-075 & S-020-650)
General Services Director Masingale recalled that Council approved a contract
amendment with McClelland Consultants, Inc., to prepare an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) for sites on Abernathy Lane and Eastside Road for a
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potential solid waste transfer station. A copy of the draft EIR and a Fiscal
Impact Analysis Addendum to the Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling
Facility Siting Study was submitted to Council.
Mr. Masingale said the next step is to circulate the EIR. He explained that
the City owns the site on Abernathy Lane, and it does not own property on
Eastside Road. Mr. Masingale questioned if Council would like to maintain its
option on both sites for a period of time. He conveyed that if Council does,
an appraisal of the Eastside Road site should be obtained and an option
agreement to purchase the site should be entered into.
Mr. Masingale stated that a cost comparison was prepared to determine if the
City should build a transfer station or haul solid waste directly to the
landfill. The results showed that a transfer station located on Eastside Road
could save the City $400,000 a year. McClelland updated the site analysis and
determined that the City could save $800,000 a year by placing the transfer
station on Eastside Road. He stated that the EIR did not indicate any fatal
flaws at either site.
Mr. Masingale conveyed that another option was received today. Mr. Cook, who
owns property on Eastside Road, offered his property for sale. Staff proposes
to look at the property owned by Mr. Cook, Hyampom Lumber, and Pacific Supply.
He recommended that an appraisal of the property be prepared and an option
taken out on the properties. He added that it will cost $45,000 to do an EIR
on the parcels owned by Mr. Cook.
Council Member Fulton asked how much property is owned by the City on Eastside
Road. Mr. Masingale said the City does not own any property on Eastside Road.
Council Member Fulton asked what the recommendation is regarding locating the
Redding Area Bus Authority general operations hub with the transfer station.
Mr. Masingale indicated that the final recommendation was to keep the entities
separate.
Council Member Moss asked how much property is involved on Eastside Road. Mr.
Masingale replied 30 acres. Noting that there have been substantial
improvements on property owned by Hyampon Lumber and Pacific Supply, Council
Member Moss stated that it may be very expensive to acquire the property.
Council Member Dahl pointed out that Council approved the draft EIR, and he
noted that the Eastside Road location will generate a lot of opposition. He
said the two sites will still have to be evaluated. Council Member Dahl
suggested that staff proceed with the appraisal and put an option on the
property as recommended.
Council Member Moss noted that Redding Power will expire very shortly and if
this item is not on the agenda for the joint City Council/Electric Utility
Commission meeting, it should be. He noted that the area is suitable for a
transfer station because there is a lot of vacant land on Clear Creek Road.
He stated that staff should proceed with the appraisal on Eastside Road;
however, noting that the option money is very substantial, Council Member Moss
said the purchase option should be held off until other sites are looked at.
Mr. Masingale conveyed that another site on Clear Creek Road was considered.
He noted that staff felt the cost could not be amortized and the vehicles may
as well go on out to the landfill.
Council Member Moss opined that the Clear Creek site is not much farther away
than the Eastside Road site. Noting that a transfer station on Clear Creek
Road would still be located on the way to the landfill, he asked why it would
not still be efficient.
Council Member Dahl noted that an EIR would have to be prepared for a new
site.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry pointed out that the results
of the appraisal will be brought back to Council, and an appraisal takes about
two months to complete. City Attorney Hays added that staff will wait for the
appraisal before a purchase option is considered.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
authorize staff to circulate the Environmental Impact Report and order the
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appraisal of property on Eastside Road to submit to Council for consideration
and see if an option agreement can be put together. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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PUBLIC WORKS QUARTERLY REPORT - First Quarter 1991
(A-050-300)
Director of Public Works Galusha presented the Public Works Quarterly Report
for the first quarter of 1991. This was an information item and no action was
required.
APPEAL OF RANDALL A. REISWIG
- Abandoned Vehicle at 3909 Mercury Drive
(A-010-140)
City Attorney Hays stated that Randall A. Reiswig is appealing the Board of
Appeals order to remove an abandoned vehicle at 3909 Mercury Drive. Mr. Hays
conveyed that the complaint about the vehicle was received by the Fire
Department on August 17, 1990. The matter went before the Board of Appeals
twice, and the Board subsequently ordered the vehicle removed. It is the
recommendation of staff to uphold the order of the Board of Appeals unless the
owner agrees to eliminate the public nuisance.
Mr. Reiswig submitted a prepared statement to City Council in lieu of
testimony. The statement of Randall Reiswig is incorporated by reference
herein.
Mayor Buffum noted that Mr. Reiswig states that he is willing to license the
vehicle. Mr. Hays conveyed that the vehicle must be licensed and operative.
Mr. Reiswig indicated that he offered to license his vehicle at the second
meeting of the Board of Appeals; and according to new State law, he will be
allowed to license the vehicle after January 21, 1991, for a nominal amount.
Mr. Hays stated that Mr. Reiswig is referring to a new State policy wherein
the owner of an inoperative vehicle may pay a $5 registration fee. He added
that if the owner intends to operate the vehicle, the full registration fee
must be paid in order to operate the vehicle.
Council Member Dahl asked if this action is the result of a complaint. Chief
Battalion Shift Commander Yowell replied yes.
Council Member Arness asked if the car were licensed and operated once a
month, would that suffice. Council Member Dahl asked what the intent of the
Code is.
Mr. Hays replied the intent of the code is the removal of a nuisance. He said
the tires are flat and the car is not licensed. He noted that Mr. Reiswig
could consider getting a car cover.
Council Member Dahl asked if the neighbors could come back and say Mr. Reiswig
is then circumventing the law. Mr. Hays relayed that at the least, Mr.
Reiswig must meet the intent of the law.
Council Member Arness suggested that the matter be put off in order for the
applicant to put the car in working order.
Council Member Moss stated that Council has no choice but to stand by the
Board of Appeals. If Mr. Reiswig wants the car to remain there, he must
license the car and put it in operating condition.
Council Member Dahl said the reason for these laws is to fight urban blight.
Council Member Moss stated that it would be prudent of Mr. Reiswig to maintain
the car and rid the area of weeds, etc. However, he noted that the criteria
is not that the car does not look good, but it must be operative and licensed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
affirm the ruling of the Board of Appeals and order the abatement of the
Mercury Marquis owned by Randall A. Reiswig located at 3909 Mercury Drive.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness asked how long it would take to complete the removal of
the vehicle by abatement. Mr. Hays answered that his office will begin
abatement proceedings and begin to move it through the court system.
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Mr. Reiswig said he would agree to a car cover; although his intent was not to
move the car or pump up the tires. He reiterated that he is concerned about
the tires being slashed again.
Council Member Arness suggested that the appellant be given time to bring the
car into compliance.
Council Member Fulton asked how long the car has been sitting there. Mr.
Reiswig replied since 1987.
RESOLUTION
- Public Convenience and Necessity for Acquisition of Right-of-Way
re Clover Creek Sewer Assessment District
(C-070-010 & A-170-100-080)
City Attorney Hays recommended that Council adopt a resolution of public
convenience and necessity for the acquisition of right-of-way for the
construction of the Clover Creek trunk sewer line. Mr. Hays indicated that
Billy K. Bragg and Cheryl Tobin were given the opportunity to appear at the
meeting; however, they did not file a written request to appear.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
Resolution No. 91-41 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. 056-570-12 (Billy K. Bragg and Cheryl Tobin, owners)
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-41 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Skipper's Seafood & Chowder (Skipper's Incorporated)
121 Hartnell Avenue
Appletree Market (Dorothy and Rodney Johnson)
5200 Churn Creek Road, Ste. A
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:30 p.m., Mayor Buffum
adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., January 8, 1991, in the City Hall
Conference Room, 760 Parkview Avenue, for a Joint Meeting with the Electric
Utility Commission.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Assistant City Clerk