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4/2/91
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
April 2, 1991 7:08 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Monroe Broadway of the Bonnyview First
Southern Baptist Church.
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, Chief of
Police Blankenship, Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Director of
Finance Downing, Assistant City Attorney Calkins, Assistant City Engineer
Aasen, Senior Planner Keaney, Director of Personnel Bristow, Director of
Information Systems Kelley, Traffic Engineer/Planner Will, Associate Planner
Morgon, 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 Minutes
- Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 25, 1991
Regular Meeting of March 5, 1991
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 18, check numbers 167024
through 167616 inclusive, in the amount of $2,775,303.35, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 19, check numbers 313164 through 313890
inclusive, in the amount of $774,292.03, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the
amount of $196,346.88, for the period March 03, 1991, through March 16, 1991,
be approved.
TOTAL: $3,745,942.26
Resolution
- Role of Assistant City Manager
(A-050-035)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 91-126 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding that the
Assistant City Manager is designated to perform the duties of the office of
City Manager in the event of the absence of the City Manager pursuant to
Section 2.08.020 of the Redding Municipal Code.
Jail Booking Fees
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager to defer action on the matter of
receipt of bill from Shasta County for jail booking fees until the City
Council meeting of April 16, 1991.
Set Public Hearing
- re Community Development Block Grant Program
(G-100-030-036)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., April 16, 1991, to consider the proposed Statement of Community
Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds.
Lake Keswick Estates Subdivision
- Road Impact Fee Agreement
(T-080-400)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-127
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the Road Improvement Agreement between the City of Redding and Lake Keswick
Estates Development Corporation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The
Agreement will provide for a $1,000 per lot traffic mitigation fee to be paid
upon deed recordation of individual lot sales.
Resolution
- Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
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(G-100-170 & G-100-070)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-128
be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the
grant application for 1991-92 Land and Water Conservation Funds for the
Sacramento River Trail Project.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2445, Video Equipment for Cable Division
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Bid Schedule No. 2445,
video equipment, be awarded to the second low bidder, Midwest Communications,
in the amount of $20,131.52. The low bidder did not meet the required bid
specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 Redding
Community Access Corporation's 1990-91 budget.
Corporation Yard
- Vernal Pools and Soils Analysis
(C-050-100-040)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director to direct staff to enter
into a contract with North State Resources for the vernal pool spring survey
for an amount not to exceed $4,330; and authorize staff to obtain quotes for
the preparation of a soils analysis and negotiate a contract in the
approximate amount of $5,000.
Set Public Hearing
- re Appeal of Lot Split Application LS-103-90 and Use
Permit Application UP-94-90, by Gasamat Oil Corporation (End of Henderson
Road)
* (L-010-150 & L-010-390)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., April 16, 1991, to consider the Appeal of Lot Split Application
LS-103-90 and Use Permit Application UP-94-90.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2450, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution
Transformers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2450, three phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to the
low bidder, General Electric Supply Co., in the amount of $150,432.92. Funds
for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Resolution
- Amending Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
(P-100-320)
It is the recommendation of the Personnel Director that Resolution No. 91-129
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
Resolution No. 91-122 by (1) deleting the existing Executive Management Pay-
for-Performance Salary Plan as of Midnight, March 30, 1991; and (2)
immediately thereafter establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-
Performance Salary Plan effective March 31, 1991. The salary range for the
position of Assistant City Engineer will be increased by approximately six
percent.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2449, Personal Computers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2449, purchase of two PS/2 55SX computers for the Wastewater Treatment
Division, be awarded to the second low bidder, IBM Corporation, in the amount
of $10,718.20. The low bidder did not meet the specifications. Funds for
this purchase are included in the 1990/91 Wastewater budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2454, Purchase of Wood Chips from City of
Redding
(B-050-100 & S-020-550)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule
2454, purchase of wood chips from the City of Redding, be awarded to the sole
bidder, Burney Forest Projects, A Joint Venture, at $23 per bone dry ton.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2448, Recreation Uniforms
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2448, recreation uniforms, be awarded to the low bidder,
Promotional Images of Redding, in the amount of $11,498.82. With the
exception of staff shirts, the order is paid through fees and charges assessed
to the participants.
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Request to Sell Alcohol
- Redding Men's Fast Pitch Softball Association
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission and the
Recreation and Parks Director that the Redding Men's Fast Pitch Softball
Association be granted permission to sell beer and wine during the 1991
tournaments at the Redding Softball Complex (Parkview and Akard Avenues) with
the
stipulation that if there should be a significant confrontation at any
tournament due to the sale of alcoholic beverages, the remaining tournament's
authorization would be put on hold until staff determines whether or not it
would be in the best interest of the City to continue the sale of these
beverages.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Acceptance of Improvements and Final Map for
Wheeler Estates, Unit 1 (North of Howard Drive, west of Blazingwood, and south
of Canyon Creek Road)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-793)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
130 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Nightbird Way in the Wheeler Estates
Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the Improvements in Wheeler Estates Subdivision,
Unit 1, developed by David Wheeler, be accepted as satisfactorily completed,
and the City Clerk be instructed to file the map with the Shasta County
Recorder.
Acceptance of Final Map
- Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 8 (South terminus
of Howard Drive, west of Blazingwood Drive and Riviera Drive)
(S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for
Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 8, developed by Signature Northwest
Partnership, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision
Agreement, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Little Churn Creek Channel Improvements
(East Cypress Avenue to Hartnell Avenue)
* (B-130-070 & B-050-020 & S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
131 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 46th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No.
90-362 appropriating $400,000 for Little Churn Creek improvements. Funds for
this project were budgeted in the 1989-90 fiscal year; however, the project
did not go to bid in that fiscal year. The project is scheduled to be awarded
before the end of the 1990-91 fiscal year; thus the funds are being carried
over to the present fiscal year.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2350, Quartz Hill Road and State Route
273 Traffic Signals
(B-050-020 & T-080-700)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2350 (Job No. 9981), Quartz Hill Road and State Route 273 traffic signals,
awarded to Northern Industrial Electric, be accepted as satisfactorily
completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion.
The final contract price is $280,679.02.
Contract Change Order
- Churn Creek Lift Station
(B-050-020 & W-020-560)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director to authorize a Contract
Change Order to the original design Contract #2663 with Boyle Engineering in
an amount not to exceed $27,107. The contract change order will provide the
supplemental construction inspection services for the Churn Creek Lift Station
and increase the authorized amount of the contract to a total of $159,907,
including previously approved contingency funds. This work will be funded
from the 1989 Stillwater Sewer bond revenues.
Resolution
- Cooperative Agreement for Victor Avenue/State Route44 Ramp and
Victor Avenue/Mistletoe Lane Signalization
(B-050-020 & T-080-700 & S-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
132 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
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approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Cooperative Agreement No. 02D544
between the City of Redding and the State of California, Department of
Transportation, for the signalization and safety lighting of the Victor
Avenue/State Highway Route 44 ramp terminals and the intersection of Victor
Avenue/Mistletoe Lane.
The estimated cost of the project is $470,290. Caltrans will participate in
the amount of $143,672, and the remainder of funds will be from the Dana Drive
Traffic Benefit District, City-wide traffic impact fees, and developer
contributions.
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Acceptance of Final Map - Country Oaks Subdivision, Unit 7 (Intersection of
Collyer Drive and Country Oaks Drive, west of Hawley Road, and north of
SR299E)
(S-100-110)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for
Country Oaks Subdivision, Unit 7, developed by Chuck Metro, be approved, the
Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file
the Map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings at 1240 Orange Avenue, Apartments 1 and 2,
owned by Gary and Diane Miralles
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-133 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention
to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding
Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1240
Orange Avenue, Apartment 1 and 2, owned by Gary and Diane Miralles.
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. 91-126, 91-127, 91-128, 91-129, 91-130, 91-131, 91-132, and
91-133 are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Petition
- re Four-Way Stop Installation at Churn Creek/Canby/Whistling
(T-080-720)
Transportation Coordinator Duryee conveyed that a petition was received from
residents in the Quail Ridge Subdivision requesting a four-way stop at the
intersection of Whistling/Canby Road and Churn Creek Road.
Mr. Duryee reported that Police Department and Public Works staff are
monitoring the intersection, and staff has met with neighborhood
representatives. A homeowners meeting is tentatively scheduled for mid-April
to discuss the matter further. It is the recommendation of staff to refer
this item to the Traffic and Parking Commission for consideration and
recommendation.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
refer the petition from residents of the Quail Ridge Subdivision regarding
traffic control devices at the intersection of Whistling/Canby Road and Churn
Creek Road to the Traffic and Parking Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
- Request from Asphalt Cowboys re Prohibition of Parking
(P-030-250 & P-010-100)
A letter was received from the Asphalt Cowboys requesting approval of the 43rd
Annual Rodeo Parade and Rodeo Week activities to be held May 13 through May
18, 1991.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-134 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding prohibiting parking and vehicular traffic during the Redding Rodeo
Association's and Asphalt Cowboy's 43rd Annual Rodeo Week celebrations to be
held May 13 through 18, 1991.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-134 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Presentation
- by Brad Onorato on behalf of Senator Mike Thompson
(A-050-060)
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Mayor Buffum stated that, due to illness, Mr. Brad Onorato is unable to make a
presentation on behalf of Senator Mike Thompson this evening. Mr. Onorato
will appear at a future City Council meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Churn Creek Road Extension No. 2, Assessment District No.
1990-5
(A-170-120-101)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Churn Creek Road Extension No. 2, Assessment District No. 1990-5.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Certificate of Filing Boundary Map with County Recorder
Certificate of Mailing Notice of Improvement
Certificate of Posting Notice of Improvement
Affidavit of Publication, Notice of Improvement
Public Works Department recommendation dated February 14, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Public Works Director Galusha reported that this is an acquisition type
assessment district formed to fund a portion of the cost of extending Churn
Creek Road approximately 2100 feet south of the original 1500 feet built under
the first assessment district. The estimated cost of the project is $375,000.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Bond Counsel Sperry, Sturgis, Ness, Brunsell & Sperry, submitted the following
documents for adoption.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-135 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving Report and Assessment and Ordering Improvement in the
Churn Creek Road Extension No. 2 Assessment District No. 1990-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-135 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Consent and Waiver to Waive Cash Collection Period
Paid and Unpaid List
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-136 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding determining assessment remaining unpaid in the Churn Creek Road
Extension No. 2 Assessment District No. 1990-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-136 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Preliminary Official Statement
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-137 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving Preliminary Official Statement in the Churn Creek Road
Extension No. 2 Assessment District No. 1990-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
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Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-137 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-138 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding authorizing issuance of bonds in the Churn Creek Road Extension No.
2 Assessment District No. 1990-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-138 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-139 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding ordering sale of bonds in the Churn Creek Road Extension No. 2
Assessment District No. 1990-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-139 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-12-90, by
Lowell J. Simons (South of Hartnell Avenue, north of Churn Creek)
(G-030-010)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the continued public
hearing re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-12-90.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Posting - Continued Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended denial
of a General Plan Amendment to reclassify 9.6 acres from "Residential, 12.0
units per acre" to "Retail." Mr. Simons proposes to develop the property into
a 118,000 square foot neighborhood commercial shopping center. Mr. Keaney
noted that the amendment request is not for the entire property. There is a
small portion in the northwest corner of the property which is presently
designated retail, and a portion of the property is in the Churn Creek
floodplain and is not subject to this amendment request.
Mr. Keaney explained that the current pattern of development in the area does
not complement or lend credence to the need for a "Retail Commercial"
classification at this site. There is single-family development on the north
side of the property, a church and multiple-family units to the east, Churn
Creek to the south, and a multi-family subdivision to the west.
Mr. Keaney said the site has poor visibility, poor access, and the need for
substantial off-site improvements. The traffic study prepared during the
environmental review identified traffic improvements necessary to mitigate the
impacts of a shopping center. Hartnell Avenue must be widened to five lanes
from Victor Avenue east to the Churn Creek bridge, and the intersection of
Hartnell and Alta Mesa may need to be widened. Signals would have to be
installed at the primary entrance to the shopping center, Yana Avenue, and at
Victor Avenue and Alta Mesa.
Mr. Keaney conveyed that if the general plan amendment is approved, the retail
classification allows a much wider range of uses than a shopping center. A
significant amount of retail classification along Hartnell Avenue has been
developed with auto related uses. Mr. Keaney noted that when Council
considers increasing retail classification, it is necessary to look at whether
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the site is suitable, if there are better locations, and if there is a need
for additional sites. He pointed out that there are two existing grocery
stores along the entire Hartnell corridor, and existing "Retail Commercial"
classifications near the intersections of Airport Road and Highway 44 and
Rancho Road and Shasta View
Drive would better serve the area than the proposed site. It is the
recommendation of staff to deny the request.
Archer Pugh, 1300 West Street, representing Mr. Lowell Simons, submitted maps
of the area. Mr. Pugh stated that when Mr. Simons acquired this property, it
had been zoned commercial for some time. The reclassification to multiple-
family residential was part of the general plan prepared for the City. Mr.
Simons determined, based upon a marketing report, that this site would be a
reasonable and valuable site for a retail commercial center. There are
parcels on the corner of Victor and Hartnell which have commercial/retail uses
and undeveloped property which is also designated commercial/retail. The area
is already strip commercial and what this amendment does is eliminate strip
commercial and puts it into block commercial.
Mr. Pugh pointed out that the two grocery stores on Hartnell are single
purpose stores and do not offer other services. The land use around this site
is heavily populated and a need for these types of services exists. The
alternate commercial sites are in areas far less dense in population; and
provide a destination market, not a travel market. Mr. Pugh pointed out that
most of the off-site improvements would be required as the City develops
anyway. The developer of this property is going to be required to put in a
signal at Yana, widen Hartnell Avenue, and pay $32,000 in traffic impact fees.
Mr. Pugh pointed out that if all the frontage is owned by one person, there
will be good visibility from either direction. If the front parcels are
developed individually, visibility will be limited; and without consolidation,
there will be a number of driveways to service each individual parcel. Mr.
Pugh conveyed that Mr. Simons would be willing to accept the general plan
amendment subject to a use permit or development agreement regarding the
nature of uses on property.
Virgil Weld, Civil Engineer representing Lowell Simons, said he differs with
the staff analysis and report. On Page 3 of the Report to the Planning
Commission, it states that the intersection of Hartnell/Yana Avenue will not
need to be signalized; however, the intersection at Yana now functions at
level service E, and even with residential development, it will need to be
signalized.
Mr. Weld said there are some traffic problems. The intersection of
Victor/Hartnell is at level F, and the Yana intersection is at level E
(because of turning movements at peak hours, not normal hours). Alta Mesa and
Shasta View are functioning at level C, and whether the area grows as a
shopping center or high density residential, traffic will increase. He added
that in the year 2005, all intersections will warrant installation of signals.
Council Member Dahl questioned if the impacts on Yana Street will be the same
if a shopping center is developed as opposed to residential development. He
noted that Shasta Meadows School is on Yana, it is a narrow street, and it
cannot be widened. Mr. Weld said the impacts on Yana will be greater with the
shopping center; however, most traffic out of the shopping center will be
turning eastbound or westbound.
Allen Paulson, 916 Coach Street, Stockton, conveyed that the partners and a
major grocery store chain commissioned a market study of the site, and the
results of the study were favorable. A major discount store is also
interested in the development. The site works well for a neighborhood type
center because there is a large residential population that may be served
without the use of an automobile. He noted that the lack of Victor frontage
is a defect, but it is not a fatal flaw.
Council Member Dahl asked when the area was designated commercial. Mr. Perry
noted that the area came into the City with the Enterprise annexation in 1976,
and it was either commercial or R-4 at that time. The Enterprise Plan was
begun in 1979 and completed in 1981. The City made a point of creating
multiple family in this area and reducing commercial along both sides of
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Hartnell. What is left is the residuals from the County zoning that occurred
prior to annexation.
Mr. Pugh added that most of the property owners on Kenco, Yana and West Way
are not opposed to the aspect of having a shopping center at this location.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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Mr. Pugh indicated that there were people in the audience who would like to
speak regarding this issue.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
reopen the public hearing. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Francis Remedios, 4685 Saratoga Drive, explained that he lives in the Western
Ranches Subdivision, and many of the neighbors find a sparsity of retail
outlets at which to shop. Mr. Remedios conveyed that he would like to see a
retail complex developed in this location because it would benefit the
neighborhood.
Lowell Simons, the applicant, submitted signatures of people, most of them
living within the 300 foot radius on the north side of Hartnell Avenue, who
support the application to commercial. Mr. Simons also submitted a copy of an
Agreement with the Church of Religious Science that supports the commercial
designation. He conveyed that the Church does not want multiple units.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Moss said this property has the attributes of attracting
sufficient customers and traffic problems. There is considerably more
commercial designation in the City than there is population to serve at the
present time, or even with eventual build out.
The area has developed mainly for multiple family use; and although it might
be feasible to have a commercial site, it should be left multiple family.
Council Member Arness opined that there are sufficient commercial
designations. However, there is value in having one driveway compared to
three or four. He also pointed out the value of being able to place
constraints on the property. There will be an increase in traffic and whether
or not problems could be mitigated by numerous and rigid controls is
questionable.
Council Member Fulton said the development would serve a useful purpose
considering the variety of zoning that surrounds the property. The commercial
designation is not out of line, and he is inclined to favor the development.
Council Member Dahl said the heart of the issue is the philosophy of the
general plan. After the Enterprise annexation, the City Council and Planning
Commission determined that the best use of the area would be multiple family,
and that use is still quite appropriate. He does not see good reason or
evidence to justify that change. Traffic impacts are a major concern.
Mayor Buffum said noted that she served on the Planning Commission when this
area was set aside for residential and multiple family use. She said the
proposal is not wrong, but it is in the wrong location. She said she can
appreciate the need for more convenience stores in the neighborhood, but there
are alternative sites in the area. Mayor Buffum added that the area has many
schools in a highly concentrated area, and she tends to believe that less
commercial and more residential would be a better setting.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to deny
the request for General Plan Amendment Application GPA-12-90, by Lowell J.
Simons, and concur with staff and the Planning Commission.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - Fulton
Absent: Council Members - None
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 11, Highland Oaks
Subdivision, Units 2 and 3, (Annexing District to Unit 1)
(A-170-075-011)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 11.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that at its City
Council meeting of March 19, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report and
annexed additional lots into Landscape Maintenance District No. 11 (Resolution
No. 91-110), which were developed in conjunction with Highland Oaks
Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to levy the assessment fee for
fiscal year 1991-92 on all lots in the amount of $59.02.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-140 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-359 (levying the assessment for Fiscal
year 1990-91 on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 11); and
levying an assessment on the original lots and additional lots annexed into
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 11 in the amount of $59.02
for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-140 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 15, Heritage Oaks
Subdivision (Annexing District to Oak Mesa Estates)
(A-170-075-015)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 15.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that at its City
Council meeting of March 19, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report and
annexed additional lots into Landscape Maintenance District No. 15, (known as
Oak Mesa Estates) which were developed in conjunction with Heritage Oaks
Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to levy the assessment fee for
fiscal year 1991-92 on all lots in the amount of $53.15.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-141 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-596 (levying the assessment for Fiscal
year 1991-92 on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 15); and
levying an assessment on the original lots and additional lots annexed into
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 15 in the amount of $53.15
for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
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Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-141 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 19, Girvan Estates
Subdivision
(A-170-075-019)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 19.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
approved the Engineer's Report and initiated proceedings to formulate a
landscape maintenance district in conjunction with development of Girvan
Estates Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to levy the assessment
fee for fiscal year 1991-92.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-142 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding levying an assessment in the amount of $85.71 per lot per year on
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 19 for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-142 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Monterey Springs
Subdivision, Unit 1
(A-170-075-020)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 20.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
approved the Engineer's Report and initiated proceedings to formulate a
landscape maintenance district in conjunction with development of Monterey
Springs Subdivision, Unit 1.
Mr. Perry explained that the Bella Vista Water District has placed a
moratorium on new water meters for landscape maintenance districts; and as a
result, the landscape improvements will not be installed until the drought
situation improves and/or the Bella Vista Water District water supplies
increase. The developer, Cambridge Associates, has put up a security deposit
of $26,800 at the Redding Bank of Commerce to guarantee its faithful
performance of all work associated with landscape improvements on Churn Creek
Road and Palacio Drive.
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It is the recommendation of staff to levy the assessment fee for fiscal year
1991-92.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-143 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding levying an assessment in the amount of $00.00 per lot per year on
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 20 for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-143 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 8, River Ridge Terrace
Subdivision, Unit 1 (Annexing District to River Ridge Park Subdivision, Unit
1)
(A-170-075-008)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing
re Landscape Maintenance District No. 8.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Department recommendation dated March 27, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that at its City
Council meeting of March 19, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report and
annexed additional lots into Landscape Maintenance District No. 8, developed
in conjunction with River Ridge Terrace Subdivision, Unit 1. It is the
recommendation of staff to levy the assessment fee for fiscal year 1991-92 on
all lots in the amount of $40.61.
Mayor Buffum determined that there were no comments from the floor.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-144 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-57 (levying the assessment for Fiscal
Year 1990-91 on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 8); and
levying an assessment on the original lots and additional lots annexed into
City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 8 in the amount of $40.61
for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-144 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 1956
- Amendment to Ordinance Establishing the Tourism and
Convention Commission
(B-080-540)
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1956 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Ordinance No. 1956 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Chapter 2.50 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to the
Tourism and Convention Commission.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1956 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
INTERFUND TRANSFERS
(A-050-060-555)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed the Report to City Council dated March
20, 1991, which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Christofferson
presented a policy on enterprise fund temporary transfer loans. He explained
that the policy maintains the concept of pooled cash and establishes an
appropriate level of control by the Council within the bounds of legal advice
given by the Orrick law firm. He opined that the policy is consistent with
other actions Council has taken to ensure the integrity of the City's
enterprises. Mr. Christofferson noted that Council may like to refer the
issue to the appropriate Boards and Commissions and then take the matter up at
a future meeting.
Council Member Moss expressed support for the policy; and noted that although
this has been Council's policy for a considerable length of time, Council
should move forward and formalize this policy.
Council Member Dahl agreed with Council Member Moss. He noted that the recent
scrutiny has brought to light that pooling funds is not only common practice
throughout the municipal world, but it is quite prudent. He explained that
abuses that happened in the 70's and early 80's are being addressed here
because Council does not want that to happen again.
Mayor Buffum suggested that the policy define more clearly the point at which
Council makes the decision to make major fund transfers. She asked the City
Manager to clarify Paragraph One of the policy.
Council Members Arness and Fulton also supported the proposed policy.
Mayor Buffum stated that it is the concurrence of Council to refer the
proposed policy regarding enterprise fund temporary transfer loans to the
appropriate Boards and Commissions for comment, and bring it back for
Council's adoption.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson conveyed that the hearing on SB169 will be held in
Sacramento on April 10, and the League of California Cities is requesting that
Council Members, particularly those who know their senators, and staff
representatives appear in Sacramento for an orientation meeting on April 9 and
the hearing on April 10. Mr. Christofferson asked if any Council Member could
attend, and he suggested that a follow-up letter be sent to Senator Mike
Thompson supporting the repeal of SB2557 and passage of SB169.
Mr. Christofferson also recommended that Council support SB82, which clarifies
the results of Proposition 13 with regard to a change of ownership as it
applies to business properties. He explained that this bill will close a
loophole. He further recommended that Council support SB445 which relates to
cost recovery problems relating to asbestos abatement in government buildings.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
send a follow up letter to Senator Mike Thompson regarding the repeal of
SB2557; and send the appropriate letters to the appropriate committees and
legislators in support of SB82 and SB445. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Buffum stated that she will try to attend the hearing on SB2557 in
Sacramento.
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ENVIRONMENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, and GROWTH MANAGEMENT
(A-050-060-555)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that a policy on the environment,
economic development, and growth management was developed, and issued to the
public as part of the "State of the City" report. Public input was invited,
and staff integrated those comments they felt could be accommodated into the
draft policy. The policy was submitted to Council for consideration, and Mr.
Christofferson noted that it can and should be viewed as a live document,
subject to modification as circumstances change.
Mr. Christofferson conveyed that Council Member Arness suggested that the
policy be reviewed on an annual basis, and Planning and Community Development
Director Perry has suggested that the policy be referred to the Planning
Commission for integration into the land use element.
Planning Director Perry explained that he brought the policy before the
Planning Commission and the River and Waterways Commission for comment, and
both commissions chose not to comment because they liked what they saw.
Council Member Dahl said he hoped Council would approve the policy and refer
it to the Planning Commission to integrate into the land use element.
Council Member Moss asked if he is requesting a recommendation from the
Planning Commission or just letting them know Council is establishing this as
a policy.
Council Member Dahl said he is not asking for a recommendation, this policy
represents Council's philosophy and provides a solid definition of Council's
position.
Vi Klaseen, Recreation and Parks Commissioner, noted that this policy will be
of interest to all of the commissions.
Council Member Moss objected to reviewing this policy on an annual basis. He
noted that it would be appropriate for a Council Member to request an
amendment; however, to only say this is something Council believes in for a
year is not a strong statement.
Council Member Arness noted that times and programs change; and he would like
to refer to this policy as a living document, rather than something that is
buried in the dust at City Hall. He noted that every other year may be
better.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
approve the policy on the Environment, Economic Development, and Growth
Management and refer the policy to the Planning Commission to integrate into
the land use element, and to the Parks and Recreation Commission and other
commissions for their information. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SHASTA METRO ENTERPRISE ZONE
(E-050-300)
Assistant City Manager McMurry conveyed that the Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone
Final Application, for the purpose of designating the greater Redding area as
an Enterprise Zone by the State of California, was delivered to the Department
of Commerce on March 20, 1991. Mr. McMurry recalled that Redding ranked
number six out of 20 finalists after the Preliminary Applications were
submitted, and Redding stands a good change of being one of the eight zones
eventually designated.
Mr. McMurry explained that the filing of the Application was the result of a
cooperative joint public and private effort that included the staffs of Shasta
County, the Cities of Anderson and Redding, the Shasta Dam Area Public Utility
District, Private Industry Council, and Economic Development Corporation. A
copy of the Final Application was submitted to Council. This was an
information item and no action was taken.
RESOLUTION
- McConnell Foundation Proposals
(G-100)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the McConnell
Foundation has invited formal proposals for grant funds for the Cypress Bridge
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Park Landscaping and Parking project and for the 4th of July Fireworks in
1992. It is the recommendation of staff to authorize submission of the grant
proposals.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-145 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding authorizing submission of grant proposals for the Cypress Bridge
Park Landscaping and Parking project and funds for the 4th of July Fireworks
in 1992 to the McConnell Foundation and authorizing the Mayor to execute
Memorandums of Agreement.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-145 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-44-90
- Heritage Creek Estates Subdivision, by
Heritage Construction and Development
(S-100-269)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to
subdivide 1.25 acres into five single-family lots, located on Michael Lane, an
undeveloped easement intersecting the east side of Churn Creek Road between
Harpole Road and De Moll Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-44-
90. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted
to Council. This was an information item.
RIVER AND WATERWAYS COMMISSION
- Temporary Mission Statement and Work Plan
(B-080-385)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the River and
Waterways Commission submitted a temporary mission statement in order to
clarify its purpose and guide the Commission. Mr. Perry said Council may wish
to modify the mission statement to say "recommend all necessary action,"
rather than "take all necessary action."
Mr. Perry explained that after a period of time, the policy will be reviewed
to see if it reflects the activities of the Commission; and if not, it can be
modified. The mission statement could be placed in the ordinance establishing
the Commission as a purpose section, because it presently does not have one.
A work plan stating what the Commission will be focusing on was also submitted
to Council.
Mr. Perry explained that the Commission is looking for feedback. The
statement could be referred to other Commissions to see if there are some gaps
in what those Commissions do that could be plugged by a commission such as
this.
In response to Mayor Buffum's question, Mr. Perry conveyed that the Commission
is concurrently working on goals and objectives, and it is his intention to
suggest that those goals and objectives be referred to the Recreation and
Parks Commission and Planning Commission for comment.
Council Member Arness noted that the Commission should be focusing on what is
covered by the Commission's directive first and then head off into other
areas.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
approve the mission statement of the River and Waterways Commission with the
modification to replace the word "take" with the word "recommend." The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Buffum asked Mr. Perry to help draft a letter to the Commission
regarding this matter.
URBAN DESIGN AWARD PROGRAMS
(B-080-600-950)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the Urban
Design Awards Program has become a shared event between the City and the
development industry. The development industry organizes and finances the
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awards banquet, and the City picks up the cost of the auditorium rental and
awards. The cost to the City for the 1990 program, including staff time, was
approximately $15,000. He explained that he will base the program budget for
1992-93 on these figures.
Mr. Perry noted that there are changes, outlined in the Report to City Council
dated March 26, 1991, which staff is recommending to remove the glitches from
what is basically an all volunteer program. He suggested that the question of
whether or not the Flaming Pink Flamingo award should continue to be utilized
be referred to the Builder's Exchange and Board of Realtors to poll their
membership to see if their members feel it is in good taste or in the spirit
of the program. Mr. Perry further recommended that the program be referred to
the Planning Commission for comment and recommendation on the suggested
changes.
Mayor Buffum suggested that additional private contributions to fund the
program be sought, and she questioned if nominees in a category where there is
no winner could receive an honorable mention.
Mr. Perry said that is probably what should be done. He is not sure he agrees
with the suggestion to use out-of-town architects as jury members. He
explained that it neutralizes the selection process, while what local people
think is lost.
Mayor Buffum agreed and added that a mix of community people should be on the
selection committee so the awards are not just based on architecture, but on
what the community reaction is.
Council Member Fulton commented that the Flaming Pink Flamingo award should
not be discontinued. City Council concurred.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
modify the Urban Design Awards Program as suggested in the Report to City
Council dated March 26, 1991; refer the program to the Planning Commission for
comment, and ask the Builders Exchange and the Board of Realtors to poll their
membership to see if the Flaming Pink Flamingo Award should continue to be
part of the program. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ACQUISITION OF LAND
- Neighborhood Connection to Sacramento River Pedestrian
Trail (400 Arbor Way)
(C-070-010 & P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that staff was
directed to proceed with acquisition of 0.48 acre of property owned by Mr. Joe
Wong. The property acquisition is necessary to develop a feeder trail from
Overhill Drive to the Sacramento River Trail. Mr. Perry explained that the
trail is already being used by Shasta High School students and others as an
access to the Trail. The appraised value of the property was established at
$37,000; $9,550 for the in-fee ownership, and $27,500 for severance damages to
the remainder of Mr. Wong's property. It is the recommendation of staff to
acquire the property.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
acquire 0.48 acre owned by Mr. Joe Wong for the purpose of creating a feeder
trail from Overhill Drive to the Sacramento River Pedestrian Trail; direct the
City Attorney to make an offer to Mr. Wong; submit a supplemental
appropriation to Council once an offer is accepted, and submit the acquisition
of property to the Planning Commission for environmental determination and
General Plan consistency. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Annexation Agreement with Operating Engineers, Local #3,
Annexation 89-16, Rancho Road (West side of Airport Road and north of Rancho
Road)
(A-150-222 & W-030-500)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that annexation
proceedings were commenced for Annexation 89-16, Rancho Road and the
annexation application filed with LAFCO staff. However, the hearing is being
delayed pending resolution of the property tax exchange dispute between the
City and County. Subsequent to these actions, a request from Thomas Hester,
representing Operating Engineers, Local #3, for City water service prior to
annexation was received. The request for service is in order to meet minimum
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fire flows in conjunction with construction of a new union office building on
their property. Mr. Perry explained that the property owners could construct
a well and pump system at a cost of $80,000 to $100,000. As an alternative,
the owners are asking permission to extend a waterline to serve the property
at an approximate cost of $30,000 to $36,000.
Mr. Perry explained that the annexation agreement allows the property to be
developed with a water line and support for future annexation. However, it
does
not get the property annexed to the City, and it removes that property owner's
pressure on the County to get the property annexed. This action gives the
County the impression that Council is willing to extend services outside the
City without annexation. Mr. Perry pointed out that allowing the property to
develop without City water will undermine the City's ability to maintain
control over development of the property and encourage development to County
standards. If the property develops on a well system, there is no pressing
need for the owner to support annexation of the property.
Mr. Perry said he would prefer not to provide service outside the City; but in
this case, he supports the Annexation Agreement because it makes sense to get
the line constructed because it will be served by the City in the long run.
He added that a reimbursement agreement with Operating Engineers #3 could
require that future connections to the water line pay a pro rata share of cost
of construction only if those owners reimbursing Operating Engineer's #3 were
annexed to the City. Mr. Perry recommended that the property owners be
required to pay City fees, and therefore, remove the inequity between someone
developing in the County and someone developing in the City. He added that
this is a new policy.
In response to Council Member Arness's questions, Mr. Perry explained that no
one else will be allowed to connect to the water line unless there is an
annexation agreement or they are annexed to the City. Once the property is
annexed, the property owners would reimburse Operating Engineers #3 for their
pro rata share, if a reimbursement agreement was entered into.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-146 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving the Agreement entered into between the City of Redding
and Operating Engineers, Local #3, and authorizing the Mayor to sign; and
require the payment of the traffic impact fee for office buildings at $2.01
per square foot, and payment of the City's storm drain, capital improvement,
and electrical connection fees.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-146 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- M-S-R Southwest Transmission Projects
(E-120-500)
Electric Utility Director Lindley reviewed the Report to City Council dated
March 26, 1991, which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Lindley
explained that the M-S-R southwest transmission projects are composed of the
following projects: the Mead-Phoenix project (a 500 kV AC transmission line
and associated equipment that begins at Westwing Substation near Phoenix,
Arizona, and connects into Mead Substation, and then into Marketplace
Substation. M-S-R's reserved capacity in this line is 150 megawatts); the
Mead-Adelanto project (composed of line terminal equipment in the Marketplace
Substation and a 500 kV AC line to Adelanto Substation. M-S-R's reserved
capacity in this line is 210 megawatts), and the Adelanto-Lugo project (15 to
20 miles of 500 kV transmission line). The transmission projects will provide
the transmission path required to bring power from San Juan Unit No. 4, a
coal-fired power plant located near Farmington, New Mexico, to Redding.
Mr. Lindley noted that the project is a "stand alone" project. If San Juan
was unable to deliver power, transmission between the Southwestern U.S. and
Los Angeles is in such demand that M-S-R would be able to utilize that
transmission line for importation of other types of power for its own use and
layoff and assignment to others at a price greater than its cost.
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Mr. Lindley reported that it is the recommendation of the Electric Utility
Commission and the Electric Department to participate, through M-S-R, in
financing the Mead-Phoenix, Mead-Adelanto, and Adelanto-Lugo Transmission
Projects. He explained that it is desirable to authorize the financing of the
projects as soon as possible in order to allow M-S-R time to optimize the
interest rate on the bonds between now and the execution of documents
committing M-S-R to the projects. Mr. Lindley reviewed the share of cost to
the City of Redding for these projects. He noted that the City of Redding's
share of cost will not exceed $22.5 million.
Staff expects to be before Council at a later date to request authorization to
participate with M-S-R in the transmission projects.
Council Member Arness pointed out the difference in the amount of power the
City has purchased since 1984. He conveyed that in 1984, the cost of power to
the City was $60,000; and in 1990, the cost was $19,000,000. The projection
for the purchase of power in the year 2009 is $100,000,000. He supported
financing the projects and reiterated that if we are unable to bring the power
to Redding, the power can be sold to the greater Los Angeles area.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-147 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving of and authorizing the City of Redding, through M-S-R, to
participate in the financing of the Mead-Phoenix, Mead-Adelanto, and Adelanto-
Lugo transmission projects, with the City of Redding's share not to exceed
$22.5 million.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-147 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT PROJECT STATUS REPORT
- Second Quarter April 1991
(A-050-125)
Electric Director Lindley submitted the Electric Department Project Status
Report for the second quarter, April, 1991. Mr. Lindley noted that the West
Loop Transmission Line and the Eureka Way substation are both complete. He
also added that the Department received notification that the California
Public Utility Commission intends to act on the certification of the public
need and convenience for the investor owned utilities for the California
Oregon Transmission Project (COTP).
This was an information item and no action was required.
RESOLUTION
- Amendment to Investment Policy
(A-050-060-555 & A-050-100)
City Treasurer Linville conveyed that Government Code 53646 required the
Treasurer to submit an annual statement of investment policy and a monthly
report. This section of the law was not extended past January 1, 1991.
Therefore, Ms. Linville submitted the Investment Policy for adoption as a City
Policy.
Ms. Linville conveyed that the Policy includes an amendment. Section 4(a)
proposes a transfer of City funds to the State Local Agency Investment Fund
(LAIF) to be invested through an Entity account when the City LAIF account has
reached the maximum level. Ms. Linville explained that interest rates have
fallen in the last year, and by transferring City funds to Entity accounts at
LAIF, the City will be able to capture a higher yield. Ms. Linville explained
that the Redding Area Bus Authority and the Redding Redevelopment Agency have
granted the City permission to invest City funds at LAIF through their
accounts. She added that the Treasurer will keep a separate set of books for
City and Entity investments and will allocate the interest earnings
proportionately.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-148 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding establishing and adopting a policy providing guidelines for the
prudent investment of the City's idle funds.
Voting was as follows:
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Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-148 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC WORKS QUARTERLY REPORT
- Second Quarter 1991
(A-050-300)
Director of Public Works Galusha presented the Public Works Quarterly Report
for the second quarter of 1991. This was an information item and no action
was required.
SACRAMENTO RIVER TRAIL PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
- 1991 Excellence in Transportation
Facilities
(P-050-460-700)
Public Works Director Galusha reported that the Sacramento River Trail
Pedestrian Bridge won first place in a statewide contest, the 1991 Excellence
in Transportation Facilities, conducted by Caltrans. The bridge was entered
in the category of Transportation Support Facilities. This was an information
item and no action was required.
INTERSTATE 5 CORRIDOR STUDY
- Interstate 5, State Route 44/299E
(T-080-500)
Director of Public Works Galusha recalled that Wilbur Smith Associates is
preparing a multi-agency study of the existing and potential traffic conflicts
at freeway interchanges and local streets along I-5 and SR44/299E. Mr.
Galusha indicated that the report suggests interchange design concepts by
Wilbur Smith Associates that should be further reviewed in conjunction with
the project study reports Caltrans will require for each interchange. It is,
therefore, recommended that the Public Works Director be authorized to
schedule the completion of project study reports relating to the interchanges
in the I-5 Corridor Study with Caltrans.
Mr. Galusha noted that Caltrans has accepted the report, and it is the
recommendation of staff to accept the report, in concept only. It is further
recommended to hold a joint meeting of the City Council, Planning Commission,
and the Traffic and Parking Commission for the purpose of hearing a
presentation by Wilbur Smith Associates.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
accept the I-5 Corridor Study by Wilbur Smith Associates, in concept, schedule
a joint meeting with the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking
Commission for April 30, 1991, and authorize the Director of Public Works, or
his designated representative, to schedule the completion of project study
reports relating to the interchanges in the I-5 Corridor Study with Caltrans.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE
- Drought Management Plan
(W-030-075)
Public Works Director Galusha recalled that Council considered the Drought
Management Plan at a public hearing at the City Council meeting of March 19,
1991. No public comments were received at that time, and staff prepared the
Plan in ordinance form for adoption. It is the recommendation of the Public
Works Department to introduce the Drought Management Plan for first reading.
Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 1957 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 14,
Utilities, of the Redding Municipal Code by adding Chapter 14.09, Drought
Management Plan.
BID SCHEDULE NO. 2311
- Contract Change Order #8, Hartnell Avenue Bridge
Widening
(B-050-020 & R-030-050-100 & S-070-050)
Director of Public Works Galusha reported that during the course of performing
the contract work to widen the Hartnell Avenue Bridge, a portion of the
existing bridge located beneath the original sidewalk was determined to be
weakened and defective. Caltrans considered it imperative that the concrete
be removed and replaced; thus, the contractor, Shasta Constructors, was issued
Contract Change Order #8, to perform the work.
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Although Caltrans has obligated itself to fund the extra work, the contractor
will initially be paid from Redding Redevelopment Agency (RRA) funds that are
already budgeted for the project, and Caltrans will reimburse the RRA in July
1991. The estimated cost of the extra work is between $30,000 and $40,000.
This was an information item, and no action was required.
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ORDINANCE - Business License Violations
(L-070-100)
City Attorney Hays conveyed that violations of the City of Redding's business
license ordinance constitute misdemeanors. The City Clerk's office has
suggested that an active violation citation program be undertaken to aid in
the enforcement of the business license program; and to facilitate the
citation process, it is recommended that violations be changed from
misdemeanors to infractions. This will reduce the level of Court system
involvement because a person challenging a citation through the Court system
can no longer demand a trial by jury. It is the recommendation of the City
Attorney to introduce the ordinance for first reading.
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 1958 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 6.02 of Title 6,
Business Taxes, Licenses and Regulations, of the Redding Municipal Code by
adding Section 6.02.190, Violations - Infractions.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Bangkok Restaurant (Chobtaeng, Niphond & Nittaya)
1109 Hartnell Avenue, Suite 16
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:58 p.m., Mayor Buffum
declared the meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk