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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1991-05-211 5/21/91 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California May 21, 1991 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Peter Gault, Chaplain of the Redding Police Department. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Buffum with the following Council Members present: Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum. Council Member Dahl was absent. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric Utility Lindley, Chief of Police Blankenship, Director of Finance Downing, Director of Community Services Gorman, Senior Planner Keaney, Principal Planner King, Director of Personnel Bristow, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Housing Manager Maurer, Budget Services Officer O'Lane, Associate Planner Morgon, Public Information Officer Bachman, City Clerk Nichols, Secretary/Stenographer Rudolph, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES - to Retiring Traffic and Parking Commissioners (B-080-550) Mayor Buffum presented plaques to retiring Traffic and Parking Commissioners Barbara Perdue and Floyd Felch in appreciation of their service on the Traffic and Parking Commission. Mayor Buffum expressed Council's sincere appreciation to the Commissioners for their service to the City. Ms. Barbara Perdue, appointed on March 21, 1983, stated that it is an honor to receive the plaque and it is very much appreciated. She noted that the Commission has worked well together, and it has been a pleasure to serve the citizens of Redding. Mr. Floyd Felch, appointed on March 21, 1983, said he accepted the appointment because he believes residents in the community should get involved and give something back to the City. He said it has been a rewarding experience, and he thanked Council. URGENCY ITEM (C-070-010) City Attorney Hays stated that staff would like to meet with City Council in closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Redding Power in order to receive further direction in this matter. Mr. Hays added that this would be considered as urgency item 9-16(b). MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness to consider the discussion of real property negotiations in progress with Redding Power in closed session as urgency item 9-16(b). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of April 16, 1991 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 21, check numbers 168814 through 169303 inclusive, in the amount of $2,605,365.69, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 23, check numbers 316255 through 316997 inclusive, in the amount of $810,793.62, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $200,835.94, for the period April 27, 1991, through May 11, 1991, be approved. TOTAL: $3,616,995.25 2 5/21/91 Treasurer's Report - April 1991 (A-050-100-600) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $34,904,114.46 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $82,290,057.75 Resolution - Commending Lou Gerard (A-050-060) It is recommended that Resolution No. 91-200 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding commending Lou Gerard, Jr., for his service to the community. Tire Recapping and Repair Service (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance to approve Hugh's Tire as the tire recapping and repair service supplier. Cypress Bridge Park (P-050-138 & G-100) It is the conclusion of the River and Waterways Commission that the Cypress Bridge Park will enhance the community as a place to enjoy the river and provide fishing and river access. It is recommended that the area not be used as a boat launch or for commercial purposes, and this recommendation be referred to staff for consideration as part of the design if the grant is awarded. Set Public Hearing - re Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-5-91, by Drake Homes (195 North Point Road) (L-010-410) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 4, 1991, to consider the Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-5-91, a request to construct a tenplex in an "RM-9" Multiple Family Residential District. Resolution - Schematic Design for Administration Building (C-050-025) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-201 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract Amendment No. 3 to Client- Consultant Agreement for schematic drawings for the City Administration and Police Building Study, entered into by and between the City of Redding and Nichols, Melburg, and Rossetto, consultants. Resolution - Schematic Design and Engineering for Corporation Yard (C-050-010-040) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-202 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 of Client-Consultant Agreement for schematic drawings and engineering for the Corporation Yard, entered into by and between the City of Redding and Dreyfuss and Blackford, consultants. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2483, One 115kV Center Break "V" Switch for Canby Substation (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 2483, one 115kV Center Break "V" Switch for the Canby Substation, be awarded to the low bidder, PACSOR, in the amount of $6,466. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989 Electric System Project Financing Program. Resolution - Purchase of Furniture for Police Services Division (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 91-203 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of compatible TAB furniture from Office Planning Group, not to exceed $8,802.55, pursuant to Redding Municipal Code Section 4.20.120(H)(2), and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990-91 fiscal year budget. 3 5/21/91 Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2459, Twelve Passenger, 3/4-Ton Van (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule No. 2459, twelve passenger, 3/4 ton van, be awarded to the 4th low bidder, Green Valley Ford, in the amount of $18,625.26. City Council awarded Bid Schedule No. 2459 at its meeting of May 7, 1991; however, the first low bidder, Fremont Ford, withdrew its primary and alternate bids due to an error in their bid price, and the second and third low bidders did not meet the requirements of the specifications. Resolution - Agreement with Western Shasta Resource Conservation District (A-070-055 & S-050) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 204 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Redding and Western Shasta Resource Conservation District to assist the City in upgrading the Erosion Control Element of its Grading Ordinance. The term of the Agreement is twelve months and the cost to the City would be $2,500. Funds are available in the Public Works professional services account. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 10 (West of Placer Street and north of Record Lane) * (S-070-230 & S-100-454) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 205 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Tralee Lane and O'Connor Avenue in Unit 10 of the Mary Lake Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 10, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, Mary Lake Development Corporation. Acceptance of Final Map - Summerfield Meadows Subdivision, Unit 1 (East of Eastside Road and south of Sacramento Drive) (S-100-711) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Summerfield Meadows Subdivision, Unit 1, developed by Redding Investments, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution Accepting Streets - Heritage Oaks Subdivision (South of Old Alturas Road and both sides of Oak Mesa Lane) * (S-070-230 & S-100-270) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 206 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Darsha Lane in the Heritage Oaks Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Heritage Oaks Subdivision be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, Heritage Construction & Development. Resolution Accepting Streets - Country Heights Subdivision, Units 5 and 5A (South of Canyon Creek Road, east of Blazingwood Drive, and north of Howard Drive) * (S-070-230 & S-100-108) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 207 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Rising Mist Circle, Dawnridge Drive, Sudden Wind Court, and Sungold Circle in Unit 5 of the Country Heights Estates Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Country Heights Subdivision, Units 5 and 5A, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer, Country Heights Ltd. Partnership. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2481, Purchase and Installation of Electric Valve Actuators 4 5/21/91 (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2481, purchase and installation of electric valve actuators, be awarded to the low bidder, Frank A. Olsen Co., in the amount of $35,202.60. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget. Resolution - Purchase of Sealing Chemicals for Main Line Infiltration Program (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 208 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of sealing chemicals from Avanti International, not to exceed $6,515.60, pursuant to Redding Municipal Code Section 4.20.120(H)(2), and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Resolution - Amendment of Annexation and Development Agreement with Tierra Oaks Subdivision (A-150-237 & W-020-500) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 209 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the First Amendment to Annexation and Development Agreement dated December 4, 1990, between the City of Redding and Harrel Davis and Louise Davis, and authorizing the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. The amendment extends by twelve months the date for the payment of the sewer fee and dedication of the property for the electrical substation. Resolution - Agreement for Geotechnical Investigation for Corporation Yard (C-050-100-040) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 210 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Agreement between the City of Redding and Kleinfelder, Inc. dated April 23, 1991, to conduct a geotechnical investigation for the new Corporation Yard, in an amount not to exceed $6,930.00, and an additional $1,000 be allocated to this project as a contingency fund for change orders. Resolution - Lease with Alton O. Chatham for Pasture Land (C-070-100) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney and the Director of Recreation and Parks that Resolution No. 91-211 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Lease effective April 20, 1991, between the City of Redding and Alton O. Chatham for pasture land on Riverside Drive. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution Nos. 91-200, 91-201, 91-202, 91-203, 91-204, 91-205, 91-206, 91- 207, 91-208, 91-209, 91-210, and 91-211 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (B-130-030-700 & A-050-500) A letter was received from A. Dee Potter, President of the Board of Directors of the Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association requesting consideration of a merger of the Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association with the Redding Convention and Visitors Bureau. Mr. Potter states that the Board envisions a consolidation of the Association's function under the Tourist Bureau's umbrella; however, the Board believes it best to continue with the current regional board and advisory structure. Council Member Arness conveyed that the matter should be considered in further detail because he is concerned about how the City Council and the Association's regional advisory board will blend their budget. He suggested that a 5 5/21/91 Council subcommittee be formed, and the request be referred to staff and the Tourism and Convention Commission. Mayor Buffum stated that a Council subcommittee is a good idea. She noted that there is a regional tourism advisory body called TAC that is involved in this same general region of expertise and effort, and it may be good to have them included in this discussion. She said it is a timely request. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to refer the letter from Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association regarding the merger of the Association and the City of Redding Tourist Bureau to staff and the Tourism and Convention Commission, and appoint a City Council subcommittee comprised of Council Members Moss and Arness to work with staff and the Tourism and Convention Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. Letter from Hal C. Aguirre Co. - Annexation No. 90-14, Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Park (A-150-236) A letter was received from Hal C. Aguirre requesting the annexation of the Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Park to the City of Redding for health and safety reasons. Mr. Aguirre explains that the existing leach field at the park is failing. Noting that although a number of annexations are pending, Council Member Moss suggested that because of the public safety issue, this annexation should be processed. City Attorney Hays added that the area is already developed, and Shasta County may not feel like something is being taken from them. Council Member Moss said this is the type of request that should be handled with dispatch by both the City and County. Senior Planner Keaney noted that the property is not in the City's sphere of influence. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to refer the letter from Hal C. Aguirre, Co., regarding annexation of the Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Park to staff to pursue annexation to the City of Redding. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal of Denial of Use Permit UP-11-91, by Pacific Neon (186 Lake Boulevard) (L-010-390) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re the Appeal of Denial of Use Permit UP-11-91. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated May 13, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the applicant, Pacific Neon, submitted a letter requesting that the public hearing be continued to June 18, 1991; however, Pacific Neon contacted staff and asked that the public hearing be continued to July 16, 1991. Mayor Buffum determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the public hearing regarding the Appeal of Denial of Use Permit UP- 11-91, by Pacific Neon, to July 16, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. 6 5/21/91 PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application RZ-1-91, by W-4 Ltd. and the City of Redding (5051 Caterpillar Road) (G-030-010 & L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re General Plan Amendment GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application RZ-1-91. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated May 13, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney advised that the applicant, W-4 Ltd., has requested that the public hearing be continued to June 4, 1991. Mayor Buffum determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the public hearing regarding General Plan Amendment GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application RZ-1-91, by W-4 Ltd., to June 4, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-10-90, by Mercy Hospital of Redding, Inc. (South of College View Drive and east of Shasta View Drive) (G-030-010) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re General Plan Amendment GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application RZ-1-91. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated May 13, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of a request by Mercy Medical Hospital to reclassify 61 acres from "Residential, 2.0 and 3.0 units per acre" to "Office" subject to a land-use agreement. The Commission also recommended that the description of the "Office" category of the general plan be amended to include a general-service hospital and other health care delivery facilities as potential uses. Mr. Keaney conveyed that the applicant intends to develop a hospital complex with medical offices and residential/nursing-care facilities. Development of the site is anticipated in ten to fifteen years with phased development occurring over a 10- to 20-year period. Mr. Keaney reviewed the traffic analysis and concluded that the project will create a need for signalization at three intersections on College View Drive; however, the site is well served by the surrounding network of arterial streets and Highway 299. Surrounding land use consists of Simpson College, Highway 299, and vacant land to the east and south; and staff feels that, if properly developed, this project is compatible with surrounding land uses. Mr. Keaney stated that Mercy Hospital requested the revision to the general plan text description of the "Office" category. The current description does not include a reference to hospitals, although medical offices, convalescent facilities, and nursing homes are identified. Mr. Keaney noted that both Redding Medical Center and Mercy Hospital are in an "Office" general plan classification, and it would be appropriate to revise the definition section. It is the recommendation of staff that GPA-10-90 be approved subject to a land use agreement ensuring that development will occur in a manner consistent with the health-care-complex proposal. 7 5/21/91 Council Member Arness asked if the height of the building is in the land use agreement. Noting that offices and laboratories will develop around the area, he questioned if a larger area should be considered. He asked if current or future fees and charges will be imposed. Mr. Keaney responded that the agreement identifies what the uses will be, it does not state fees and conditions. He said the conceptual site plan shows a large amount of land is available, and it is possible to expand the general plan amendment along College View Drive frontage. Len Wingate, attorney representing Mercy Medical Center, stated that the staff report covers all of the issues, and the hospital's administrators and architects are available to answer any questions. He noted that the development agreement provides that the fees the hospital will pay are those that are imposed at the time of future development. In response to Council Member Moss' question, Mr. Wingate said he proposed the change in definition for the general plan classification so there would be no question in the future that this is an appropriate use. Council Member Moss stated that planning for the hospital should be as flexible as possible. He questioned if the four-story building limitation is a problem. Mr. Wingate said he could not answer that question at this time. He noted, however, that the applicant is not asking for specific changes to the zoning ordinance. Mayor Buffum said the community is reassessing its views on height limitation, and that issue can be held off a little longer. Barry Noland, 29 Townview Drive, Oroville, stated that he owns property off Shasta View Drive. He is not concerned about the development proposal; however, he questioned where the "Office" zoning begins. Mr. Keaney explained that the general plan classification is only for the shaded area on the map. Mr. Noland said he understands he will not have a problem with the "Office" designation in his area. Mr. Keaney said there has been discussion about the lack of support for the general plan in the area north of College View Drive and east of Shasta View Drive. Mr. Noland conveyed that when the overpass is built, he will lose half of his property, and he would like his property designated commercial and light retail. Mr. Keaney said there has been a lot of discussion about retail/commercial along College View Drive frontage, and staff's response has been to discourage a wholesale change to retail/commercial. Once the alignment for access to the Shasta View Drive overpass is settled, it will be appropriate to look at a general plan amendment for the area. Council Member Fulton credited Mercy Hospital for having the foresight to plan ahead for this worthwhile project. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Council make the following findings regarding General Plan Amendment GPA-10- 90: 1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan; 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form; 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use; 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California; and ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Redding Planning Commission on March 12, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. 8 5/21/91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to approve, in concept, General Plan Amendment Application GPA-10-90, subject to a land use agreement and direct staff to bring a resolution amending the general plan to Council for consideration after execution of the land-use agreement; and amend the general plan text description of the "Office" land- use category to include "general-service hospital and other health-care- delivery systems." The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-2-91, by David Wheeler and the City of Redding (West end of Canyon Creek Road and north and west of Country Heights Subdivision, Units 1-8) (L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-2-91. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated May 13, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that a protest was received from Paul Edgren, General Partner of Country Heights. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval to rezone 70 acres from "R1-B1" Single Family Residential District and "U" Unclassified District to "R1-B10" Single Family Residential District, "U-FP" Unclassified Floodplain, and "U-F" Unclassified District. The rezoning is part of a tentative subdivision map for sixteen single-family residential lots. Mr. Keaney explained that the effect would be to reduce the front-yard and one side-yard setback by five feet to facilitate gravity sewering to three additional lots. Mr. Keaney conveyed that a letter was received stating that the rezoning would constitute spot zoning and be inconsistent with the neighborhood as established in adjoining subdivisions. It is the recommendation of staff to approve the rezoning request except for the eight lots in Wheeler Estates, Unit 1. Sixteen lots in Wheeler Estates, Units 2 and 3, would be rezoned and the sewering and topographical concerns would be addressed. It does not change the "R1-B1" zoning of the eight lots in Unit 1, it only delineates the "U-F" area. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-2-91: 1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan; 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form; 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use; 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California; and ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Board of Administrative Review on March 13, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. Council Member Moss offered Ordinance No. 1963 for first reading, 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-2-91). PUBLIC HEARING - re Buenaventura Plan Line, by City of Redding (South of Keswick Dam Road) (L-010-200) 9 5/21/91 The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re the Buenaventura Plan Line. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated May 16, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of a proposed road alignment for a section of Buenaventura Boulevard south of Keswick Dam Road. The purpose of establishing the Plan Line now is to provide adequate circulation planning in advance of development and to provide an opportunity to select the best alignment available. Mr. Keaney conveyed that the alignment preferred by the Commission is labeled Exhibit A attached to the Report to City Council dated May 16, 1991. It is also the recommendation of staff to adopt the alignment designated Exhibit A. In response to Council Member Moss' questions, Mr. Keaney stated that it will be designed as a four lane road for right-of-way purposes; however, he doubted that more than two lanes will ever be built. He explained that traffic studies for the Quartz Hill Area Plan show traffic volume at 10,000 to 12,000 trips per day, and two lanes could carry that traffic. Council Member Moss asked why the Plan Line was not established down to the river. Mr. Keaney explained that staff did not recommend establishing that part of the Plan Line at this time because it would require an environmental impact report, a significant amount of engineering work, and several state agencies would be involved. He noted that from this point south, the property is under Federal or City ownership, so right of way is not an issue. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Council make the following findings regarding the Buenaventura Plan Line: 1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan; 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form; 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use; 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California; and ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Redding Planning Commission on April 23, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 91-212 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting the Official Plan Line Map for that part of Buenaventura Boulevard south of Keswick Dam Road. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-212 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Park Highlands Subdivision (A-170-075-005) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 5. 10 5/21/91 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 May 9, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that on May 7, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Park Highlands, proposing a $63.66 per-lot per-year assessment for fiscal year 1991-92. Mr. Keaney recalled that the previous assessments was $0.00 because the developer was picking up the cost of maintaining the landscaping until June 30, 1991. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Mayor Buffum determined there was no one present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-213 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Park Highlands Subdivision, in the amount of $63.66 per- lot per-year, for fiscal year 1991-92. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-213 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, Bonnyview Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-001) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No.1. 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 Recreation and Parks Department recommendation dated May 14, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that at the City Council meeting of May 7, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report proposing a $41.06 per-lot per- year assessment to maintain the landscaping in the Bonnyview Estates Subdivision for fiscal year 1991-92. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 91-214 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, Bonnyview Estates Subdivision, in the amount of $41.06 per-lot per-year for fiscal year 1991-92. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None 11 5/21/91 Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-214 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 2, St. Thomas Heights Subdivision (A-170-075-002) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 2. 12 5/21/91 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 Recreation and Parks Department recommendation dated May 14, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that at the City Council meeting of May 7, 1991, Council approved the Engineer's Report proposing a $187.43 per-lot per- year assessment to maintain landscaping improvements in the St. Thomas Heights Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Will Neves, 602 St. Thomas Parkway, conveyed that there are a number of people who recently moved into the subdivision who were not noticed of the public hearing levying the assessment. He indicated that the residents in the subdivision are having a difficult time exiting the subdivision because of site distance problems created by the landscaping. He asked for someone to look into the matter and to continue the public hearing. Council Member Arness commented that there is a lot of traffic in that area, and he questioned if it is a traffic problem or a sight distance problem. Mr. Neves replied that there is a traffic and a site distance problem. Council Member Arness noted that staff can work with the neighborhood on site distance without City Council getting involved. Mr. Keaney explained that the notices are drawn from the Assessor's role which is updated in March, and anyone who moved in during the last few months would not have received a notice of public hearing. Robert Landis, 671 St. Thomas Parkway, said he did not receive a notice of public hearing levying the assessment. After talking to several other new neighbors, he discovered that builders, contractors, and realtors have been lax in telling new residents about the landscape district assessment. He does not have a problem with the landscape district, but he would like to be a part of the decision-making process with regard to how this district is handled cost wise and who is maintaining the district. Mr. Landis stated that the City should be accountable to the homeowners. Council Member Moss stated that if the assessment is not shown on Mr. Landis' title policy, the title policy is defective. He said it is appropriate to continue the hearing so the neighbors can converse with staff and become familiar with the process. Mr. Keaney stated that staff can look into the site distance problems. Mayor Buffum questioned who would pay for changes in the landscaping. Mr. Keaney noted that the landscaping is maintained by the district, and it is designed to factor in such things as broken sprinklers, etc. He stated that if the design is changed, it could be factored into the assessment. Council Member Arness noted that if the City accepted the improvements, the City is responsible for it. Council Member Moss agreed and suggested that the hearing be continued to clarify the issues at the staff level. Council Member Arness said it is not necessary to continue the public hearing because the problem can be solved at the staff level. He encouraged the property owners to meet with the developer and staff to find out how the program works. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness to refer the matter of Landscaping Maintenance District No. 2, St. Thomas Heights to staff to review the site distance problem, and bring this matter back at the meeting of June 4, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. 13 5/21/91 PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 3, Candlewood Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-003) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 3, Candlewood Estates Subdivision. 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 Recreation and Parks Department recommendation dated May 14, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that at the City Council meeting of May 7, 1991, Council approved the proposed Engineer's Report levying a $21.90 per-lot per-year assessment to maintain landscaping improvements in the Candlewood Estates Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 91-215 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 3, Candlewood Estates Subdivision, in the amount of $21.90 per- lot per-year, for fiscal year 1991-92. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-215 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Shasta View Manor Subdivision (A-170-075-004) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Shasta View Manor Subdivision. 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 Recreation and Parks Department recommendation dated May 14, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that at the City Council meeting of May 7, 1991, Council approved the proposed Engineer's Report levying a $61.20 per-lot per year assessment to maintain landscaping improvements in the Shasta View Manor Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. 14 5/21/91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 91-216 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Shasta View Manor Subdivision, in the amount of $61.20 per-lot per-year, for fiscal year 1991-92. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-216 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 10, East Redding Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-010) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Buffum opened the public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 10, East Redding Estates Subdivision. 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 Recreation and Parks Department recommendation dated May 14, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Senior Planner Keaney recalled that at the City Council meeting of May 7, 1991, Council approved the proposed Engineer's Report levying a $39.61 per-lot per-year assessment to maintain landscaping improvements in the East Redding Estates Subdivision. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution levying the assessment. Mayor Buffum determined that there were no persons present who wished to speak to this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 91-217 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 10, East Redding Estates Subdivision, in the amount of $39.61 per-lot per-year, for fiscal year 1991-92. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-217 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION (B-080-350) Mayor Buffum recommended that Council reappoint Peggy Parker and Jim Elkins to the Recreation and Parks Commission for four-year terms expiring May 1, 1995. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to reappoint Peggy Parker and Jim Elkins to the Recreation and Parks Commission for four-year terms expiring May 1, 1995. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. PUBLIC SAFETY TASK FORCE (B-080-600-200 & B-080-600-425) Mayor Buffum noted that Council Member Fulton recommended that departmental representatives from the Police and Fire Departments be appointed to the Public Safety Task Force. It is, therefore, recommended that Charles Travelstead and Neal Warner be appointed to the Public Safety Task Force. 15 5/21/91 Council Member Arness noted that Mr. Travelstead and Mr. Warner are public employees who may attend the meetings, which are public. He noted that they are represented by bargaining units, and placing them on the committee gives them another voice. Council Member Fulton stated that the concept behind appointing departmental representatives to the task force is to get their valuable input, and he appreciates their point of view. Council Member Moss stated that he would share Council Member Arness' concerns if the group was smaller; but with seven members on the Police Task Force and seven members on the Fire Task Force, these two members will not have a substantial impact on the outcome of the task force's recommendations. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to appoint Police Investigator Charles Travelstead and Fire Captain Neal Warner to the Public Safety Task Force. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - Arness Absent: Council Members - Dahl ORDINANCE NO. 1959 - Driver's Permit - Qualifications (T-100-500-100) MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1959 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Ordinance No. 1959 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 6.32.220 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to a Taxicab/Limousine Driver's Permit - Qualifications: Police Chief approval. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 1959 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 1961 - Pertaining to Park Hours (P-050) MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1961 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Ordinance No. 1961 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Section 10.20.030.A.1 pertaining to park hours. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 1961 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 1962 - Park and Recreational Land Dedications and In-Lieu Fees (L-010-100) MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1962 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 Moss, that Ordinance No. 1962 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 17.42.110 of Title 17, Subdivisions, of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to Park and Recreational Land Dedications and In- Lieu Fees. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum 16 5/21/91 Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 1962 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (L-040-300) City Manager Christofferson recommended that Council oppose SB1238, pertaining to variable solid waste can rates; and oppose AB1388, regarding buffer zones around the outer perimeter of a landfill area. Mr. Christofferson also recommended that Council oppose AB652, pertaining to cost accounting procedures; and oppose AB2067, regarding discipline for police officers. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to oppose SB1238, AB1388, AB652, and AB2067, and authorize the Mayor to send the letters to the appropriate legislators and committees. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. ANNUAL BUDGET 1991-92 (B-130) City Manager Christofferson submitted the proposed Budget for fiscal year 1991-92, which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Christofferson conveyed that the budget is balanced. The City is solvent and building on a solid financial foundation, and the City is able to continue public services at existing levels. He noted that Council has taken the responsible, although unpopular, course of action and raised certain fees and services charges that have needed adjustment for quite a period of time. Mr. Christofferson pointed out that Redding is in a growth surge and faced with the necessity of developing a number of costly, but essential, facilities to serve the community for many decades into the future. He conveyed that the budget provides a 3% operating reserve in the General Fund and avoids recommending any new positions. He cautioned, however, that staff expects certain service demands will require Council's consideration of some personnel changes during the year on a case-by-case basis. Mr. Christofferson reviewed the following major goals and program strategies for the year ahead: economic development and balanced growth; completion of the Stillwater Wastewater Treatment Plant; City Hall/Police Building/Corporation Yard; long term provision for solid waste disposal; provision of additional electrical energy resources; major airport improvements; and community service facilities. The operating budget and the capital improvement program were also reviewed. Mr. Christofferson recommended that Council set a time to meet in budget study session. It was the concurrence of Council to set the first budget study session for 5:15 p.m., June 3, 1991, in the City Hall Conference Room. SACRAMENTO RIVER - Annexation of Property (A-150) Senior Planner Keaney reported that the River and Waterways Commission is recommending to Council that annexation proceedings be commenced on those portions of the Sacramento River that are outside the City adjacent to the current City limits to the south end of the Clear Creek Sewage Treatment Plant. The Commission was advised by the Shasta County Sheriff's office that the County would not be enforcing the City's river regulations because of budget constraints. They are, therefore, concerned about enforcement of certain City regulations pertaining to the discharge of firearms and applying the recently adopted River regulations. Mr. Keaney explained that there are segments of the River where there is a question of who has jurisdiction. The Commission is suggesting that staff approach the State Lands Commission, which has jurisdiction and ownership over the natural riverbed between the banks and mean high-water bank, to see if there is support for annexation. He added that annexation of property would only include land owned by the State of California, and it would not include private property east of the River above the mean high-water mark. 17 5/21/91 Council Member Arness questioned what the costs will be, and what are the fiscal advantages. 18 5/21/91 Mayor Buffum indicated that the Commission figured that costs would approximate $2000 for application fees, etc. She explained that the ability to regulate and manage the River within our borders is the advantage. Council Member Arness stated that to patrol and control is not cheap, it costs. Mayor Buffum noted that since the river regulations were passed, there have been not been problems on the River and jet skis have not been apparent. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to direct staff to contact the State Lands Commission to determine their interest in annexing those portions of the Sacramento River adjacent to the current City limits to the south end of the Clear Creek Sewage Treatment Plant to the City of Redding, and report back to City Council. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (A-050-250) Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through April, 1991, for the following work areas: (1) annexations; (2) planning and zoning; (3) building and population; (4) landscape design; (5) cable; (6) housing assistance, and (7) Redevelopment Agency. This was an information item and no action was required. RAVENWOOD ESTATES - Response to Letter from Nolan Brewer (S-100-614) Senior Planner Keaney reviewed the Report to City Council dated May 13, 1991, which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Keaney recalled that a letter was received from Nolan Brewer concerning off-site dedication and development requirements for Ravenwood Estates, Units 5, 6, and 7. Mr. Brewer requested that the City increase its agreed-upon contribution toward extending Shasta View Drive north of the subdivision to Old Alturas Road. Mr. Brewer also stated that the City's lack of action to purchase the right-of-way in 1986 and the lack of a resolution pertaining to the general plan issues relating to the Enterprise Sky Park are justification for increasing the City's contribution toward the street extension costs. Mr. Keaney provided background information relating to this issue. It is the opinion of staff that the issues of what was a proportional share, what contributions might or might not have occurred from Candlewood Estates, and what the impact is of the current considerations of the subdivision and the potential clear zone from Enterprise Skypark are not germane to the question at hand. The question is, should the conditions of a map be changed. Staff feels that is inappropriate; however, if Council does consider making changes, it would be appropriate to refer the matter back to the Planning Commission to conduct a public hearing to amend the conditions. Nolan Brewer, 6957 Rivercrest Drive, submitted a letter dated May 21, 1991. Mr. Brewer stated that the letter explains his position. He recalled the problems with the Enterprise Skypark, and he explained that he had to pre-sell the project just to save it. The lots were sold to Don Lynn, who purchased the easement, and started work on the extension. He conveyed that the Shasta View Drive overpass construction will start in the latter part of summer, and the extension to Old Alturas must be in place to relieve the area of circulation problems. He explained that delays in developing the project because of problems with Enterprise Skypark have not been resolved. He would have honored the original agreement, but everything is changed--his contribution which was $30,000, is now $150,000. He cannot afford that unless he can develop land that is tied up in the clear zone. Regarding the issue of the City not purchasing the easement in 1988 when Mr. Brewer offered it to the City, Mr. Keaney said the City has had a policy of not buying arterial rights-of-ways, and thereby providing access to subdivisions. The question was if the City was going to buy right-of-way which would be a condition of development in the future. In response to Council Member Fulton's question, Mr. Brewer stated that he is still waiting for the Airports Commission recommendation regarding land use in the area. 19 5/21/91 Mr. Keaney recalled that when the Enterprise Skypark did not meet the conditions of the Columbia Plan, Mr. Brewer applied for a general plan amendment of the area to "Residential," and Council referred the matter to the Airports Commission for a recommendation regarding the need for general aviation airport facilities. Mayor Buffum stated that the Airports Commission should be contacted to determine if the recommendation is ready. Mr. Brewer said it is his understanding that the extended clear zone is merely a recommendation of the Airports Commission, it is not written in stone. Mr. Keaney indicated where the clear zone is located and stated that the area to the north of the clear zone is identified as an extended approach zone and designated for two acre parcels. He said this is part of the Columbia Plan. Mr. Brewer said if he could sell the 14 additional lots inside the clear zone, he could pay for his share of the extension. Council Member Moss suggested that he and Council Member Arness assume responsibility for investigating the matter and report back to Council with a recommendation. Mayor Buffum pointed out that the Airports Commission already has the task before it. Council Member Moss opined that it encompasses more than the clear zone problem. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to designate Council Members Moss and Arness to work with the Airports Commission and investigate the issues pertaining to the Conditions of Approval for Ravenwood Estates and report back to City Council. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. Council Member Moss stated that they will report back to City Council by June 4, 1991. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-58-90 - Country Heights, Unit 11, by Signature Development Corporation and Northwest Omni, Inc. (S-100-108) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 28 acres into 52 single-family lots, located at the terminus of Oak Glen Drive and Riviera Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map Country Heights, Unit 11. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-6-91 - Hanna Estates Subdivision, by Frank Hanna (S-100-264) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 3.42 acres into 13 single-family residential lots, located near 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-6-91, Hanna Estates Subdivision. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY - Housing (B-080-600-800 & G-030-070) Housing Manager Maurer conveyed that a Grand Jury investigation was initiated in response to a complaint that there was a misuse of Federal funds received on the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). The complaint stated that a Homeless Assistance Plan was required to be prepared by communities which received CDBG funds, and Redding did not have such a plan. Mr. Maurer explained that the information supplied by the complainant was erroneous. However, as a result of the investigation, the Grand Jury made four recommendations as outlined in the Report to City Council dated May 14, 1991. 20 5/21/91 Ms. Maurer submitted the response to the recommendations of the Grand Jury and conveyed to Council that: (1) the Housing Element was adopted on April 16, 1991; (2) staff will prepare the 1992 Housing Element after receipt of the 1990 Census information and submit it to the Planning Commission and City Council for adoption within the time frames required by State Law; (3) the extent of the City's ability to participate in a year round homeless shelter for families as part of the Community Needs Assessment will be explored by the Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee; and (4) the City is in the process of preparing a Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy which will be developed by the Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee and submitted to Council for consideration. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the response to the Grand Jury as outlined. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to approve the response to the Shasta County 1990-91 Grand Jury Final Report pertaining to "Housing" as the official response and authorize staff to submit same to the Grand Jury. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. RESOLUTION - Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Amendment (G-100-080-380) Housing Manager Maurer stated that the City of Redding has managed a Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program since 1976. As part of the City's Comprehensive Housing Strategy, staff is proposing that the City Council expand the existing Rehabilitation Loan Program to provide for deferred payment loans to non- profit organizations as a means of providing a lower-cost financing mechanism for structural rehabilitation. Ms. Maurer explained that residential units rehabilitated under this program must be used for either permanent or transitional housing and must be occupied at an affordable rate by lower-income households. Loans would be for a term not to exceed 20 years and carry 3% simple interest. Ms. Maurer said that by utilizing the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program to cover rehabilitation costs, non-profit organizations will be able to leverage both Federal and State funding for other costs including acquisition and facility administration. Council Member Moss asked what the status of available funds in both the Rehabilitation Loan Program and Redevelopment Program are. Ms. Maurer conveyed that funds from the CDBG program for the revolving loan fund are in the amount of $500,000 for this fiscal year; and funds set aside for this fiscal year for the Redevelopment Program are approximately $450,000. Council Member Moss asked how the record of payback is, and if the City is in a secure position on these loans. Ms. Maurer explained that the Revolving Loan Fund may receive anywhere from $150,000 to $400,000 a year. She explained that many of the loans are deferred payment loans which are due and payable when the property changes hand, so staff cannot accurately predict how much money will be received in any one year. City Attorney Hays stated that the City is in a very secure position. Ms. Maurer noted that the City has never lost money on a loan through a default. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-218 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving an Amendment to the Rehabilitation Loan Policy adopted by City Council Resolution No. 75-86. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-218 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 21 5/21/91 DRAFT TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE (A-050-220-075) Senior Planner Keaney conveyed that the Planning Commission considered various options for establishing tree preservation regulations. Two of the alternatives--a Grading Ordinance and a "stand alone" Tree Ordinance were submitted to City Council for consideration, and staff is working on minor changes to the "stand alone" ordinance as requested by the Commission. It is the recommendation of staff that a public hearing be scheduled to consider the draft tree preservation ordinance. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to set a public hearing regarding tree preservation regulations at 7:00 p.m., July 2, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA-4-91 - by City of Redding (Clover Creek Watershed) (G-030-010) Senior Planner Keaney recalled that City Council continued consideration of General Plan Amendment application GPA-4-91 to May 21, 1991, to give each of its members an opportunity to view Clover Creek. During this time, staff sent a letter to the Department of Fish and Game (DFG) in order to clarify the differences between what was proposed and what DFG felt was necessary. In order to afford DFG reasonable time to respond, it is recommended that this item be continued to June 4, 1991. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to continue the matter of General Plan Amendment Application GPA-4-91, by City of Redding, to June 4, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Dahl absent. RESOLUTION - Memorandum of Understanding with Police Officers Association (P-100-050-120) Director of Personnel Bristow conveyed that representatives of the City and the Police Officers Association of Redding (POAR) reached tentative agreement on a new three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and POAR ratified the proposed MOU on May 17, 1991. Mr. Bristow outlined the proposal. It is the recommendation of staff that City Council ratify the MOU. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-219 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Redding and the Peace Officers Association of Redding Miscellaneous Employees with respect to certain Non-Safety Employees of the Police Department of the City of Redding, effective May 12, 1991. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-219 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Miscellaneous Employee Benefit Policies (P-100-050-100) Director of Personnel Bristow conveyed that a recent Federal Ninth Circuit Court ruled that employees whose pay is subject to a potential deduction for absences of less than a day are not exempt employees. The implication is that all exempt employees are at risk of losing exempt status under the salary test of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees would have to be paid time and one-half for overtime work, unless the City's personnel rules are modified that no exempt employees will have paid time deductions for time less than a day. It is the recommendation of the Personnel Committee and staff that Council modify personnel rules to provide for no paid leave deductions for exempt employees for less than a day. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 91-220 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City 22 5/21/91 of Redding (1) rescinding Resolution No. 90-565 effective Midnight, May 25, 1991, and (2) establishing new Miscellaneous Employee Benefit Policies for Unrepresented Employees not covered by a Memorandum of Understanding, effective May 26, 1991, providing for no paid leave deductions for exempt employees for less than a day. 23 5/21/91 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Fulton, Moss, and Buffum Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 91-220 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Shasta Dam Commemorative Stamp (A-050-060) Clay McLain, Redding Stamp Club, 2147 Washington Avenue, stated that June 20, 1995, will be the 50th anniversary of the acceptance of Shasta Dam into the Central Valley Project. The Stamp Club is requesting letters in support of the U.S. Postal Service producing a stamp in commemoration of the building of Shasta Dam. Mr. McLain explained that it takes three to five years to approve such a request. The proposed stamp is a picture of the three Shasta's, the Dam, lake, and mountain. Mayor Buffum stated that it is a wonderful idea and Council compliments the Redding Stamp Club. She noted that Mr. McLain is working with Ron Heuer at the Tourist Bureau on this project. CLOSED SESSION (C-070-010) Mayor Buffum declared that City Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8 to discuss real property negotiations with Redding Power. At the hour of 9:55 p.m., Mayor Buffum declared the meeting adjourned to closed session. At the hour of 10:58 p.m., Mayor Buffum reconvened the meeting to regular session. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Sizzler Buffet Court and Grill #1047 (Senemar, Al) 1955 Hilltop Drive AM/PM Mini Mart (Prestige Stations, Inc.) SWC Lake Blvd./Masonic Ave. Kenny's Seafood Grill (Kenny's Seafood Grill, Inc.) 2705 Churn Creek Road Loa Market (Lotakoon, Singthong) 2751 Bechelli ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 11:00 p.m., Mayor Buffum declared the meeting adjourned to 5:15 p.m., June 3, 1991, at the City Hall Conference Room, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding. APPROVED: ______________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________ City Clerk