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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1991-01-151 1\15\91 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California January 15, 1991 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Dr. David Nicholas of the Shasta Bible College. 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 Public Works Galusha, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Director of Electric Utility Lindley, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Assistant City Engineer Lang, Director of General Services Masingale, Police Lieutenant Byard, Superintendent of Wastewater Craig, Senior Planner Keaney, Principal Planner King, Director of Personnel Bristow, Housing Manager Maurer, Airports Director Ruff, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Management Analyst Sciarra, City Treasurer Linville, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 13, check numbers 164404 through 164692 inclusive, in the amount of $3,406,086.31, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 14, check numbers 309406 through 310112 inclusive, in the amount of $806,516.84, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $216,274.82, for the period December 23, 1990, through January 05, 1991, be approved. TOTAL: $4,428,877.97 Treasurer's Report - December 1990 (A-050-100-600) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $35,321,159.13 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $88,526,927.00 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2422, 3-Phase Pad Type Distribution Switches (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Bid Schedule No. 2422, 3-Phase Pad Type Distribution Switches, be awarded to the low bidder, S & C Electric Company, in the amount of $62,705.68. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget. Resolution - Northern California Power Pool Assessment (E-120) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 91-42 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Letter Agreement dated June 11, 1990, between the members of the Northern California Power Pool (NCPP), of which the City of Redding is a member, authorizing Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) to act as a contracting agent to contract with R. W. Beck, Inc., on behalf of NCPP members to evaluate potential resources, and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Letter Agreement. The City of Redding's share is not to exceed $20,000.00, and funds are included in the 1990/91 budget. Resolution - Contract for Professional Services with Economic Sciences Corporation (E-090-160) It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Resolution No. 91-43 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Letter Agreement dated January 7, 1991, between the City of Redding and Economic Sciences Corporation to provide California Energy Commission (CEC) 1992 Electricity Report (ER92) consulting 2 1\15\91 services to assist with the Common Forecasting Methodology 9 (CFM9) proceedings; and at this time only authorizing the expenditure of $54,000 for the items set forth under "Tasks" in Exhibit C to said Agreement. Funds for Phase 1 of the contract are included in the 1990/91 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2421, Personal Computer (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Bid Schedule No. 2421, PS/2-55, personal computer for Solid Waste Division, be awarded to the low bidder, Businessland, in the amount of $5,260.48. Funds for this purchase were appropriated on November 20, 1990. Resolution - Agreement with Ralph Andersen & Associates (P-100-060) It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 91-44 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Redding and Ralph Andersen & Associates in conjunction with the recruitment of an Assistant City Engineer, and authorizing the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation. Funds for this recruitment, $12,500, plus expenses, are available in the 1990/91 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2419, Refurbish 1983 GMC Fire Engine (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Bid Schedule No. 2419, refurbish 1983 GMC wildland fire engine (Engine 65), be awarded to the sole bidder, West-Mark, in the amount of $71,082. This price includes the installation of an optional foam system. Funds for this purchase are included in the Fiscal Year 1990/91 budget. Resolution - Assignment of Leasehold Interest at Redding Municipal Airport - Sacramento Savings Bank to William A. Camery (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 91-45 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Consent to Assignment of Lease of the Sacramento Savings Bank lease, as assumed from Charles C. Young, III, at Redding Municipal Airport, to William A. Camery, effective January 15, 1991, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Resolution - Agreement with Caltrans re Traffic Control Signals at Intersections of Ellis Street and Wyndham Lane with Highway 273 (S-050-100 & T-080-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 46 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Cooperative Agreement No. 02D462 by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation, for installing traffic control signals and safety lighting and performing roadwork at the intersections of Wyndham Lane and Ellis Street with State Highway 273 (Project). The project budget is $491,490, of which the City's share would be a maximum of $229,259, or 46.7 percent. Funding for the Ellis Street signal is included in the 1990/91 budget; and the Wyndham Lane signal is included in the Traffic Impact Fee list but not in the current budget, and an amendment to the existing budget will be brought to Council at the next Council meeting. The City will spread the cost over two budget years; however, the project will be obligated in the 1990/91 fiscal year. Resolution - Appropriation of Funds for Bid Schedule No. 2360, Sacramento River Trail, Phase 8 * (B-130-070 & B-050-020 & P-050-460-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 47 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 28th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating $6,000 for improvements to the Sacramento River Trail, Phase 8, Bid Schedule No. 2360, awarded to Russ Howington. Funding for this project is from donated funds, and reimbursement will be received from Roberti-Z'berg Grant No. BB-45-301. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2397, Placement of Pavement Markers on Various Streets 3 1\15\91 (B-050-020 & S-070-200) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2397 (Job No. 9521-81), placement of pavement markers on various streets, awarded to Chrisp Company, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $54,696.30. Resolution - Appropriation of Funds for the Acquisition of Property for Stillwater Sewage Treatment Plant * (B-130-070 & C-070-010 & W-010-560) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 48 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 27th amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating $157,500, from Wastewater Utility reserves, for the purchase of the Sandrock property in association with the construction of the Stillwater Treatment Plant. On January 8, 1991, Council authorized the property condemnation purchase out of court for $650,000. This appropriation, along with the deposit previously made to the court in the amount of $342,500, and the $150,000 in the 1990/91 budget will allow for the purchase. Any excess money from the Stillwater project will be used to repay this additional appropriation. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 1273 Old Alturas Road, owned by Fidel J. and Patricia A. Almazan (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-49 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals, and ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on the property at 1273 Old Alturas Road, owned by Fidel J. Almazan and Patricia A. Almazan. Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 1438 Elmwood Street, owned by Virginia Keller and Robert M. Hausman (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-50 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 1438 Elmwood Street, owned by Virginia Keller and Robert M. Hausman. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, 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. 91-42, 91-43, 91-44, 91-45, 91-46, 91-47, 91-48, 91-49, and 91-50 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - - - - - - - - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from League of Women Voters (A-070-055 & A-050-220-075) City Clerk Nichols stated that a letter was received from Janet Tyrrel, Action Chair of the League of Women Voters of the Redding Area, asking Council to consider adopting an ordinance with a set of performance standards to guide vegetation management (trees specifically) when considering property for development. Ms. Tyrrel states that the League is willing to assist in drafting or commenting upon the proposed ordinance. Mayor Buffum stated that staff is currently working on a tree ordinance and grading ordinance. There are community groups working with staff at this time, and Council graciously accepts the League's help and support. Council Member Dahl suggested that a letter be sent to the League outlining the status of those ordinances. 4 1\15\91 Mayor Buffum agreed and asked Planning Director Perry to help draft the letter to the League. 5 1\15\91 COLLEGE HIGHLANDS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1989-4 (A-170-120-115) Public Works Director Galusha stated that the College Highlands Assessment District is an acquisition type assessment district formed to finance the construction of public improvements in the College Highlands Subdivision and adjacent to Simpson College. It is the recommendation of staff to proceed with the assessment district. Bond Counsel Sperry, Sturgis, Ness, Brunsell & Sperry, submitted the following documents for adoption: Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-51 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Resolution No. 89-443 of intention to order improvements in the College Highlands Assessment District No. 1989-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-51 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Second Amended Engineer's Report Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-52 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Second Amended Engineer's Report in the College Highlands Assessment District No. 1989-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-52 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Preliminary Official Statement Certificate Respecting Official Statement Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-53 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving Preliminary Official Statement in the College Highlands Assessment District No. 1989-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-53 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-54 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing issuance of Series B Bonds in the College Highlands Assessment District No. 1989-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-54 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Bond Purchase Agreement Resolution MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-55 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of 6 1\15\91 Redding approving Bond Purchase Agreement in the College Highlands Assessment District No. 1989-4. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-55 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal of Denial of Tentative Subdivision Map Application S-39-90, Oasis Knolls Subdivision, by Walt Gann (S-100-550-300) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Appeal of Denial of Tentative Subdivision Map Application S-39-90. 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 City Clerk Nichols advised that a letter was received from Arch Pugh, attorney representing the appellant, Norman Levenson, requesting that the public hearing be continued to February 19, 1991. Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the applicant has also agreed to the continuation of the hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the public hearing regarding the Appeal of Denial of Tentative Subdivision Map S-39-90, Oasis Knolls, to February 19, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 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 and Anderson Family Revocable Living Trust (Southwest corner of Dana Drive and Churn Creek Overcrossing) (R-030-050-050) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Redding Redevelopment Agency recommendation dated January 7, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that, pursuant to Council's direction of April 20, 1987, the Redevelopment Agency (RRA) marketed RRA-owned property. Following the recordation of a parcel map, the property was split into two parcels. An offer to purchase the property was submitted by the Metros, the Metro Investment Company Profit Sharing Plan, and the Anderson Family Living Trust; and it was determined to be the most beneficial to the Agency. Under the terms of the Agreement, the buyers will pay $330,000 at close of escrow; and improvements will be completed within 24 months of closing on one of the parcels and within 36 months of closing on the second parcel. Mr. Perry stated that, pursuant to Section 33433 of the Health and Safety Code, this sale or lease of the Agency's property must first be approved by the legislative body after a public hearing. It is the recommendation of staff that the Disposition and Development Agreements be approved. 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 7 1\15\91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to approve the Disposition and Development Agreement by and between the Redding Redevelopment Agency and Charles E. Metro and Betty J. Metro and the Disposition and Development Agreement by and between the Redding Redevelopment Agency and Anderson Family Revocable Living Trust and the Charles E. Metro Investment Company Profit Sharing Plan. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TOURISM AND CONVENTION COMMISSION (B-080-540) Mayor Buffum recommended that Council appoint Duane Lyon to the Tourism and Convention Commission for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1994; and Warren Lane for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1993. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to appoint Duane Lyon to the Tourism and Convention Commission for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1994; and Warren Lane to the Tourism and Convention Commission for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1949 - Rezoning Application RZ-16-90, by Shasta Niners (4830 Cedars Road) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1949 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 Fulton, that Ordinance No. 1949 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ- 16-90). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1949 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CHURN CREEK PRESERVATION TASK FORCE - Grading Subcommittee Final Report (R-200-100) Mark Young, Chairman of the Churn Creek Preservation Task Force, submitted the Grading Ordinance Review Subcommittee Report, to Council, and it is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Young explained that the subcommittee felt that the issues, grading and erosion control, were important enough to be presented in a separate format from the Committee's overall final report. He conveyed that sedimentation is a big problem and can have serious and costly results. The subcommittee is making the following recommendations: (1) modification of the existing grading Ordinance 1799 to include a separate section with additions to the erosion control requirements; (2) erosion control training for City staff, engineers, and contractors; (3) overall strengthening of enforcement provisions in the ordinance; (4) adequate staff resources for inspection of required erosion control measures; and (5) the City should take necessary actions to become part of the Western Shasta Resource Conservation District. Mr. Young reviewed each recommendation in greater detail. Mr. Young indicated that the causes for sediment impacts to Churn Creek are related to development and grading activities. He said these recommendations are needed to not only protect Churn Creek, but to protect other creeks and the Sacramento River from the impacts of grading and development within the City of Redding. He pointed out that the City's streams and creeks are showing the effect of four years of drought and record-high building. Mr. Young asked Council to consider these recommendations and get back to staff with the appropriate comments. Council Member Dahl asked if there was discussion about other types of pollution such as trash, intrusion of people, and discharge of wastewater from Shasta Dam Area Public Utility District (SDAPUD) into Churn Creek. 8 1\15\91 Mr. Young said the subcommittee determined that the largest problem, and the one to be addressed immediately, was sediment control. There was evidence of pollution, but the committee felt it could probably be handled by the "Adopt A Stream" program or groups going out and picking up trash. Mr. Young said John Pedri, committee member representing the Shasta Dam PUD, would be the best person to address the wastewater discharge. He noted, however, that at this point, there was not a problem. Shasta Dam PUD is working on alternative methods, and improving their wastewater facility all the time. In response to Mayor Buffum, Mr. Young said it would be okay to send a copy of the subcommittee's report to the League of Women Voters. Regarding the recommendation to join the Western Shasta Resource Conservation District (RCD), Council Member Moss pointed out that the RCD Board of Directors must be comprised of land owners only. He said he is not so sure this is the type of structure that Council wants to align itself with. Council Member Arness noted that the City may be able to contract with the RCD specialist, as compared to being a member. Noting that staff will be discussing this issue with Council at its Workshop, Director of Public Works Galusha stated that RCD has no staff, and it depends on the Soil Conservation Service to provide that. He heard that unless the City is in the RCD, we cannot contract with the Conservation Service. Mr. Galusha indicated that there may be a way around this and the Conservation Service is going to get back to him on this. In response to Council Member Moss, City Attorney Hays stated that staff has received a document which outlines the statutes that authorize the resource districts and how the Boards are formed. He conveyed that the Board is comprised of land owners that are appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The statutes provide for either the appointment or the election of the Board, and this Board has always asked the Board of Supervisors to make appointments to vacant positions. Mr. Young introduced the members of the subcommittee--Ted Klaseen, Mark Harvey, and Terry Huff. He noted that Terry Huff is the coordinator of an erosion and sedimentation control workshop on February 19 and 20, for contractors, builders and developers, City and County staff, and interested parties. He thanked the City for being a participant and co-sponsor. SHASTA COUNTY LIBRARY (L-050) City Manager Christofferson recalled that Council allocated $150,000 in the budget to contribute to the Shasta County Library, and no specific directions to disburse the funds were given. Mr. Christofferson said Mayor Buffum indicated that Council wishes to release the library funds. He noted that Council has several alternatives with regard to disbursing the funds, and he asked Council for direction. Mayor Buffum stated that she would like to extend the hand of trust and statesmanship and not tie one issue to any other issue. Noting that Council made a commitment, she suggested that the Library receive at least half, or perhaps all, of the allotted funds now. When a promise is made, that is a priority, particular when that promise concerns the Library. Perhaps if Council acts in a statesmanlike manner, it may set an example of cooperation. Council Member Fulton stated that he is in favor of disbursing one-half of the funds and the other one-half at the end of the fiscal year, if the budget can take the strain. Council Member Moss pointed out that if our budget cannot take that strain, Council should not consider building a $25,000,000 City Hall and other facilities. Stating that it is unfortunate that this issue got tied up in the dispute with the County about booking fees and property tax administration, he said this is a commitment made to the community, not to the County. Council Member Moss suggested that the entire amount be given to the Library at this time. 9 1\15\91 Council Member Dahl stated that Council made a commitment to the Library, and he is in favor of disbursing all of the funds now. He also suggested sending a message to the Board of Supervisors that the City is going to incur budgetary problems because of reallocations in regard to booking fees and tax administration fees. He expressed hope that the County would take this into consideration; and with these new-found funds, the County would make an even greater commitment to the Library during this fiscal year. Council Member Arness stated that the Library is high on the priority list; and although he started to blend the two issues together, he does not think we should. He noted that if it shows better faith to disburse the entire $150,000, he can support that. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to disburse $150,000 to the Shasta County Library at this time. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mayor Buffum presented the funds for the Library to Patty Jelovich, Chair of the Library Commission. Ms. Jelovich thanked Council and concurred with Council Member Dahl in the hope that the County would make a stronger commitment to the Library next year. COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT - Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1990 (F-205-150-075) Director of Finance Downing submitted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 1990. Bruce Roberts, Nystrom & Company, conveyed that Nystrom & Company spent over 133 hours preparing the audit report. He said the City's CAFR is probably the most outstanding financial statement they have ever been involved with as a CPA group, and Council should take pride that the Finance Department takes these statements seriously. Mr. Robert said the financial statements present, in all material respects, the financial position of the City of Redding as of June 30, 1990, and the results of its operations and changes in financial position of its proprietary funds are in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. Mr. Roberts presented two publications to Council, "How to Understand Local Government Financial Statements: A User's Guide," and "An Elected Official's Guide to Government Finance" to enhance Council's understanding of the CAFR. Director of Finance Downing stated that the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada and the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers have each awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Redding for last year's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Ms. Downing noted that the Audit Committee will be meeting to review the financial statements; and if any Council Member has any questions, that would be a good time to ask. COUNTRY OAKS SOUTH SUBDIVISION - Revised Tentative Map S-33-90, by Domestic Properties (S-100-110-700) Senior Planner Keaney conveyed that the Planning Commission recommended approval of Revised Tentative Map S-33-90, Country Oaks South Subdivision, subject to additional conditions. Maps depicting the location, general plan, and the approved and proposed revised tentative maps were submitted to Council. The revised map recognizes the existing wetlands and essentially precludes development in the area subject to a 100-year flood, it proposes less cut and fill, and removal of native vegetation. Domestic Properties proposes to create a separate lot to dedicate or deed to either the adjacent property owner or a public agency, and the Commission recommended the property be dedicated to the City as open space. The developer also proposes to merge a portion of the wetlands to Lot 13, owned by Lawrence Lake, to be designated as an open-space easement. If Mr. Lake does not accept the land, it would be deeded to the City or merged with an additional parcel. 10 1\15\91 It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve Revised Tentative Map S-33-90 dated January 8, 1991, subject to the conditions dated January 10, 1991. Mr. Keaney said it was his understanding that the appellant, Lawrence Lake, is going to withdraw the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-33-90. 11 1\15\91 Lawrence Lake, 825 Country Oak Drive, stated his intention to withdraw the appeal because Revised Map S-33-90 and Conditions as approved by the Commission have addressed the concerns of the appeal. Mr. Lake conveyed that environmental issues, as well as the debate of whether to asses impacts in advance or police them after, remain. Mr. Lake thanked everyone involved for making the project work. Mr. Lake submitted a letter dated January 15, 1991, withdrawing the appeal. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to accept the withdrawal of the Appeal of the Adoption of a Negative Declaration for Tentative Subdivision Map S-33-90, by Lawrence Lake; and ratify Revised Tentative Map S-33-90, Country Oaks South Subdivision, with additional conditions dated January 10, 1991, approved by the Planning Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-14-90 - Gold Hills Fairway Estates Subdivision, by Colburn Thomason (S-100-237-300) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 31 acres into 67 single-family lots, located east of Twin View Boulevard and south of Oasis Road, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S- 14-90. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. RESOLUTION - Fees for Sign Regulations and Permits (F-205-600 & L-010-500-050) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that staff is proposing a graduated fee scale for Administrative Sign Permits and Discretionary Use Permits for Signs. If adopted, the resolution would implement the fees when the new ordinance becomes effective on February 2, 1991. Mr. Perry explained that the fee is based on the complexity of the application, type of sign, and the amount of time needed for processing. Mr. Perry conveyed that after six to eight months, staff will be preparing an amendment to the Sign Ordinance for variance and zoning exceptions, as well as other changes that may be needed. He explained that staff would like to see how the new Sign Ordinance is received and what changes are necessary. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the proposed fee scale. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 91-56 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending its schedule of fees and service charges to incorporate new rates for Administrative Sign Permits issued by staff and Discretionary Use Permits for Signs. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-56 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (A-050-250) Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through December 1990 for the following work areas: (1) annexation; (2) planning and zoning; (3) building and population; (4) landscape design; (5) cable, and (6) housing assistance. This was an information item and no action was required. ADMINISTRATION AND POLICE BUILDINGS - Design Services (C-050-025) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council reaffirmed the location of the new Police and Administration buildings on Parkview Avenue. Mr. Perry outlined what the City has paid to the architects, Nichols, Melburg, and Rosetto, for design consulting services, and what is still owed. He noted that space needs for the administration and police buildings are complete; however, site-plan work must begin from scratch because the site is more defined and the parameters are more restricted than before. Mr. Perry added that since the last contract amendment in October 12 1\15\91 1989, there has been over a year's worth of possible pay increases for the designers and an increase in construction costs. The architects have requested an adjustment to the contract to cover their costs plus the work that must be redone to fit the site. He added that the schematic design work must be prepared and the basis for the work is a 6.5 percent architectural fee for the Administration building and 8.5 percent fee for the Police building. Mr. Perry recommended that Council approve the amendment to the contract with Nichols, Melburg, and Rosetto for design consulting services. Mayor Buffum asked if this issue and the design contract for the Corporation Yard, later in the agenda, could be discussed further at the Council Workshop on January 19, 1991, and bring it back at the next Council meeting. Council Member Dahl agreed with Mayor Buffum. Council Member Moss asked if staff has had further contact with the State regarding the length of time the State intends to maintain its corporation yard on Cypress and Akard. City Manager Christofferson said the situation is basically the same. The move-out is proposed for 1995; however, there is some move-out of units scheduled in earlier years. He indicated that the Caltrans "problem" can be worked with, it is not an insurmountable one. In response to Council Member Moss' questions, Mr. Christofferson explained that Caltrans is consolidating their holdings elsewhere; and based on the 1941 agreement between the City and Caltrans, should the property become idle for six months, title will revert to the City. He recalled that sometime back, Caltrans indicated that if the City wanted the property immediately, it would cost $2 million; whereas, if the City will wait until 1995, the property would be free. Noting that the City is building a new corporation yard that will be phased in, Council Member Moss asked if there was any possibility or merit to building enough at the outset so the State could move there temporarily in order to free up space for City Hall design purposes. Mr. Christofferson indicated that the corporation yard will be up for bid in approximately one year, and construction could be complete in another year; thus, the corporation yard could begin to move in about two years. He explained that there are several alternative plans for the design of City Hall. He noted that if construction of City Hall was ready to go and Caltrans was still there, a way could be found to work it out if our corporation yard was completed. Mr. Christofferson added that there are several alternatives and the question is what is the least expensive way to do it. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to continue the agenda items pertaining to design services for the Administration and Police buildings and the design contract for the Corporation Yard to the City Council Workshop of January 19, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Amending Ordinance No. 1613 re RZ-16-82, by City of Redding (Lorraine Drive and Denton Way on the east side of Churn Creek Road) (L-010-230) Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that there was a clerical error pertaining to Rezoning Application RZ-16-82, adopted by City Council in 1982. The recommended and approved zoning for the area was "R1- B10" Single Family Residential District and the zoning adopted by the implementing ordinance was "R1-B1." It is the recommendation of staff that an amending ordinance be offered for first reading. Council Member Moss offered Ordinance No. 1950 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 1613, which amended Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-16-82). CARDROOMS - Amending Ordinance (L-070-030) 13 1\15\91 Police Lieutenant Byard conveyed that the Police Department has been working on revisions to the existing ordinance regulating cardrooms which is outdated and 14 1\15\91 unenforceable. Staff has worked with management of the only local cardroom in operation and met with business persons who have been involved in cardrooms. Lieutenant Byard indicated that there were two points of contention in the proposed ordinance, and they were able to resolve those points tonight. It is, therefore, staff's intention to bring this ordinance back for adoption at the next meeting. He explained that the two points of contention were the house player versus a proposition player and use of a "player" bank. The proposition player will stay as written in the ordinance and the house bank will be allowed with certain restrictions. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to continue the agenda item pertaining to regulation of cardrooms to the City Council meeting of February 5, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Preliminary Closure/Postclosure Plan for Benton Landfill (B-130-070 & S-020-300-900) Director of General Services Masingale recalled that Council authorized Contract Change Order No. 4 with Lawrence & Associates pertaining to work associated with the closure of Benton Landfill. The estimated cost of work by Lawrence & Associates was $28,500. Mr. Masingale explained that there was a clerical error in Lawrence & Associates' proposal and the dollar amount ($3,052) for the dedicated pumps was omitted. The second item to consider is that Lawrence & Associates provided a cost estimate for the drilling of eight observation wells based on the other wells drilled at Benton Landfill; however, the conditions within Linden Canyon were unlike those throughout the rest of Benton Landfill and additional time was required to complete the drilling. It is the recommendation of the General Services Director to adopt a resolution appropriating funds for the payment of cost overruns to Lawrence & Associates. In response to Council Member Fulton, Mr. Masingale explained that the quality of the water leaving the landfill had to be verified, and it was determined that the water was not degraded by landfill activities. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 91-57 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 26th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 appropriating $38,400 for cost overruns associated with the closure of the Benton Landfill and the payment thereof to Lawrence & Associates. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-57 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RECREATION AND PARK PLAN - Selection of Consultant (A-050-220 & P-050) Recreation and Parks Director Riley reported that a committee comprised of a representative from Council, the Recreation and Parks Commission, and staff reviewed the proposals and interviewed four firms for the development of a Recreation and Park Plan. The committee recommended that the firm of J.C. Draggoo & Associates be selected. Noting that she sat on the selection committee, Mayor Buffum stated that J.C. Draggoo does a very good and comprehensive needs assessment, and they are head and shoulders above the rest. Council Member Arness asked if the City has a recreation element. Mr. Riley indicated that staff will evaluate the proposal and project and see if the Plan can be dovetailed into the recreation element. 15 1\15\91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to award a contract to J.C. Draggoo & Associates in the amount of $35,000 to develop a Recreation and Park Plan. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ENTERPRISE TREATMENT PLANT - Risk Assessment (W-010-550 & W-010-200-250) Public Works Director Galusha reported that Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc. (C.D.M.) completed the Risk Assessment for the Abandoned Enterprise Sewage Treatment Plant. Copies of the report were submitted to Council, and the Final Report, dated January 9, 1991, Volumes 1 and 2, are incorporated herein by reference. Sara Black, Camp, Dresser & McKee, Project Manager, summarized the report's findings. She noted that the City hired C.D.M. to determine if there were any human health risks that might be associated with the development of this property as a park and for residential housing. Based on the risk assessment study, which was prepared consistent with State and Federal guidelines, and the professional judgement of C.D.M., the City's proposed uses for this property are appropriate and acceptable as long as the residual sludge mounds in Ponds 2 and 3 are removed to an approved off-site disposal area. It is the recommendation of C.D.M. to remove the sludge mounds to the West Central Landfill. Scott Klingensmith, Camp, Dresser & McKee, described how the risk assessment report was prepared and how C.D.M. arrived at its conclusions. Mr. Klingensmith explained that it was a conservative risk assessment and they were looking for problems and chemicals involved in sewage waste. The report concludes that there will be no adverse affects from the level of exposure and any risks are quite low. Mr. Galusha stated that it is the recommendation of the Public Works Director and the Director of Recreation and Parks to accept the risk assessment study and direct staff to proceed with these project. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to accept the Final Report of the Risk Assessment for the Abandoned Enterprise Treatment Plant and direct staff to proceed with the projected use of the property as a Community Park, residential development, and the Victor Avenue extension. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Dahl asked what the timeline for the future extension of Victor Avenue to Churn Creek is. Mr. Galusha conveyed that funds have been budgeted this year, and the developer to the south proposes to extend Victor Avenue to the south end of the City's property this Spring. Planning Director Perry noted that marketing of City-owned property on the east side of Victor Avenue has been held up pending receipt of this report. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Bob Rogerson, Scout Leader of Boy Scout Troop 159 from Ono, stated that he brought three scouts to the meeting to observe the City and its action. He explained that the Scouts are here to earn the Community Merit Badge. Mayor Buffum thanked the Scouts for attending and offered them the opportunity to visit City Hall. CLOSED SESSION (L-100) Mayor Buffum stated that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) to discuss potential litigation. At the hour of 8:55 p.m., Mayor Buffum adjourned the meeting to closed session. At the hour of 9:20 p.m., Mayor Buffum reconvened the meeting to regular session. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS 16 1\15\91 Letter from United States Department of Interior re City of Redding Water Rates for 1991 (W-030-400) 17 1\15\91 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 9:21 p.m., Mayor Buffum adjourned the meeting to 8:30 a.m., January 19, 1991, Shasta House, 8750 Wonderland Boulevard, Mountain Gate, for a City Council Workshop. APPROVED: ________________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk