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6/18/91
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
June 18, 1991 7:04 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Planning and Community
Development Director Perry.
The Invocation was offered by Reverend Marvin Rickart of the Redding Christian
Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council
Members present: Fulton, Moss, and Dahl. Council Members Arness and Buffum
were absent.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry,
Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Planning and Community
Development Perry, Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Electric Utility
Engineering Manager Russell, Assistant City Attorney Calkins, Director of
Finance Downing, Director of Community Services Gorman, Police Lieutenant
Byard, Senior Planner Keaney, Superintendent of Wastewater Craig, Director of
Personnel Bristow, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Risk Manager
Mlinarcik, Route Supervisor Miralles, Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer, 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
- Regular Meeting of May 21, 1991
Special Meeting of May 29, 1991
Special Meeting of May 31, 1991
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 23, check numbers 169927
through 170373 inclusive, in the amount of $4,142,372.46, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 25, check numbers 317897 through 318682
inclusive, in the amount of $826,621.00, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the
amount of $204,362.46, for the period May 25, 1991, through June 8, 1991, be
approved.
TOTAL: $5,173,355.92
Treasurer's Report
- May 1991
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $37,162,870.97
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $84,297,312.02
Resolution
- Amendment to City Council Policy No. 408 re Investment Policy
(A-050-060-555 & D-050)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance and the City Treasurer
that Resolution No. 91-230 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding expanding its Investment Policy to deal with bonded debt issue
proceeds as defined by Trust Agreements.
Resolution
- Budget Amendment re Cost-of-Living Increases
(B-130-070 & P-100-320)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 91-231
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 55th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362
appropriating $269,000 for unbudgeted cost-of-living adjustments for Fiscal
Year 1990-91.
Purchase of Office Furniture
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that modular office
furnishing for the Planning Department be purchased from the Office Planning
Group Tab of Central California, in the amount of $7,820.19. Funds for this
purchase are budgeted in the 1990-91 fiscal year.
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Set Public Hearing - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-6-91, by Eagle
Homes & Development (East end of Saturn Skyway)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., July 2, 1991, to consider GPA-6-91, a request to reclassify a
portion of property from "Greenway" to "Residential, 2.0 and 4.0 units per
acre."
Resolution
- Landscape Maintenance District No. 21, Vista Ridge Subdivision,
Unit 1
(A-170-075-021)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that the Engineer's Report
for Landscape Maintenance District No. 21 be approved.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-232 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding ordering formation of territory into a
Landscape Maintenance Assessment District, to be known as Landscape
Maintenance District No. 21, and authorizing the levy and collection of
assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and
set a public hearing for July 2, 1991, to consider the levying of fees for
fiscal year 1991-92 in the amount of $66.76 per lot.
Mortgage Credit Certificate Program Amendment
(R-030-100-400)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Council approve the
program amendment to use the State median income to determine eligibility for
the Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, rather than the area's median family
income.
Resolution
- 1991 Community Development Block Grant Program
(G-100-030-036)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-233
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the 1991 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grant for the City of
Redding in the amount of $453,000.00, and authorizing the City Manager to sign
same.
Transfer Station/RABA Facility
- Recommendation from River and Waterways
Commission
(S-020-650 & R-010)
It is the recommendation of the River and Waterways Commission that Council
pay close attention to the proximity to and impact on creeks and watersheds
from the proposed transfer station and RABA facility and ensure the protection
of these corridors from pollutants.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2487, Substation Steel Structures for Canby
Substation
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2487 (#9025-25), substation steel structures for the Canby Substation, be
awarded to the low bidder, Valmont Industries, Inc., in the amount of
$16,749.06. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1989 Electric System
Project Financing Program.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2498, 14.4kV Vacuum Circuit Breakers for Canby
Substation
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2498 (#9025-28), 14.4kV vacuum circuit breakers for the Canby Substation,
be awarded to the low bidder, Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc., in the amount
of $85,370 (Total Bid Group I and II). Funds for this purchase are included
in the 1989 Electric System Project Financing Program.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2501, Oil Sampling of Overhead and Padmount
Transformers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2501 (4802-34), oil sampling of overhead and padmount transformers, be
awarded to the low bidder, United Transformer Maintenance, in the amount of
$35 per unit. The bid to sample 625 transformers as Phase I work was quoted
at $22,275, and funds are available in the 1990/91 budget; and the bid to
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sample 950 transformers as Phase II work was quoted at $33,250, and funds have
been requested in the 1991/92 budget.
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Resolution - Summarily Vacating a General Utility Easement (East Bonnyview
Area)
(A-010-040)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
91-234 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
summarily vacating a 15-foot general utility easement recorded May 19, 1982,
in Book 1889 at Page 452 of Official Records of Shasta County (now APN 48-270-
04).
Request for Proposal
- Routing Study and EIR for Quartz Hill/Keswick 115/12kV
Transmission Loop
(E-090-160-500 & L-010-075)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director to approve issuing a
Request for Proposal for a routing study and Environmental Impact Report for
the Quartz Hill/Keswick 115/12kV transmission project. The estimated cost of
the studies is $140,000, and funds for this project are included in the 1989
Electric System Project Financing Program.
Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance
(R-100-375-325)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager to approve the placement of
excess workers' compensation insurance with General Reinsurance Corporation,
at the rate of $0.1773 per $100 of payroll and a $275,000 self-insurance
retention. The approximate cost will $45,000.
Resolution
- Employee Benefits Package
(P-100-150)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that Resolution No. 91-235 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
entering into and authorizing the Mayor to execute contracts with Anthem
Companies for insuring Employee Life and Dependent Life Insurance Benefits, as
well as the City's Excess Health and Dental Policy, and an Amendment to the
Agreement to administer Health Care Plan with Concept Administrators, Inc.
All Agreements are for the period July 1, 1991, through June 30, 1992.
Award of Proposal #2446
- Promotional Video
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Proposal
#2446, promotional video "History of the City of Redding," be awarded to the
low bidder, Dudkowski-Lynch Associates, in the amount of $9,993.50.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2494, Brochures, "Redding - Another
California"
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2494, brochures "Redding - Another California," be awarded to the low
bidder, Redding Printing, in the amount of $9,791.22. Funds for this purchase
are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2492, Black Velour Drapes
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2492, Legs, heavy black velour drapes for the Convention Center, be
awarded to the low bidder, Stagecraft, in the amount of $9,752.00. Funds for
this purchase are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2478, Sound Reinforcement Equipment
*(B-050-100 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2478, sound reinforcement equipment for upgrade of the Convention Center
system, be awarded to the low bidder, West L.A. Music, in the amount of
$6,349. Funds in the amount of $6,400 were budgeted in fiscal year 1990-91
for upgrading the public address system and the purchase of a portable system
for use in meeting rooms. The portable system was purchased for $995.34
leaving a balance of $5,404.66 for the system upgrade.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-236 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 54th
Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 90-362 transferring $950 for the
purchase of sound reinforcement equipment for the Convention Center.
Resolution
- Shasta County Women's Refuge Rape Crisis
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(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 237 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and
authorizing the City Manager to sign the Agreement between the City of Redding
and the Shasta County Women's Refuge to provide rape crisis intervention
services for the period July 1, 1991, through June 30, 1992.
Resolution
- Change Order No. 8 - Final Closure/Postclosure Plan for Benton
Landfill
(S-020-300)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No.
91-238 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the following in connection
with performing additional tasks for the Benton Landfill Closure Plan:
"Authorization and Contract for Professional Services," together with contract
modification (Change Order) 008, between the City of Redding and Lawrence &
Associates (Project No. C90.10.07; Contract No. C-2457), to provide services
to prepare the Final Closure and Postclosure Maintenance Plans for the Benton
Landfill, in accordance with Title 14 and 23 of the California Code of
Regulations, in an amount not to exceed $56,723.70. Proposed funds in the
1991-92 budget should be sufficient.
Solid Waste Association of North America
(S-020)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director to authorize a $750
contribution to the Solid Waste Association of North America Legislative Task
Force, an organization developed to provide local government input into
legislative and regulatory processes in Sacramento.
Resolution
- Downtown Mall Fund
(M-010-200-395)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No.
91-239 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing staff to repair the gutters on the east side of the Downtown Mall
(approximately $4,950) and the compressors in two of the hearing and air
conditioning units in the Mall (approximately $3,500 each) from funds
currently held in the restricted cash (reserve) account for the Downtown Mall.
Request for Proposal
- Neighborhood Park Sites
(P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director to solicit
Proposals for design services to prepare construction drawings and
specifications for Indian Hills, Ridgeview, Ravenwood, and Creekside Parks
prior to the end of Fiscal Year 1991-92. Funds for this project will be
derived from Park Development Funds.
Resolution
- Golden State Swim Team
(P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 91-240 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Agreement between the City
of Redding, the Shasta Union High School District, and the Golden State Swim
Team for use of the swimming pool at the Enterprise High School from June 10,
1991, through August 23, 1991.
Resolution
- Redding Swim Club
(P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 91-241 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Agreement between the City
of Redding, the Shasta Union High School District, and the Redding Swim Club
for use of the swimming pool at the Enterprise High School from June 10, 1991,
through August 23, 1991.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2496, Landscape Services
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2496, landscape services for Girvan Estates, River Park
Highlands, and Highland Oaks Subdivision, be awarded to the second low bidder,
John's Landscaping, in the amount of $8,730. The low bidder did not meet the
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requirements of the specifications. Funds for this service are provided by
the corresponding subdivision's landscape maintenance district.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2489, Landscape Maintenance Services
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Bid
Schedule No. 2489, landscape maintenance service at various City facilities,
be awarded to the second low bidder, John's Landscaping, in the amount of
$16,380. The low bidder did not meet the requirements of the specifications.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2505, Personal Computer System
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2505, PS/2-80 personal computer system, be awarded to the low bidder,
Businessland, Inc., in the amount of $7,055.04. Grant monies from the Office
of Criminal Justice Planning have been approved for this purchase.
Traffic and Parking Commission
(T-080 & T-080-720)
It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission to deny the
request for a four-way stop control at the Churn Creek/Whistling/Canby
Intersection. Staff relocated the stop bar to enhance the sight distance.
With regard to Churn Creek Road, from Denton to South Bonnyview, the
Commission recommended that staff install signing and street lighting, review
modifying the speed limit from 50 mph to 40 mph this Summer with a report back
to the Commission, and future roadway design should incorporate sidewalk and
turn lanes.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2497, Replacement of Curb, Gutter, and
Sidewalk
(B-050-020 & S-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2497 (Job No. 9503-75), replacement of curb, gutter, and sidewalk at various
locations, be awarded to the low bidder, Bobby Martin Construction, in the
amount of $37,663.10, and an additional $3,736.90 be approved to cover the
cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $4,100 be approved to cover the
cost of contract change orders, for a total of $45,000. Funds for this
project are budgeted on an annual basis.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2488, Painting Buckeye Reservoir
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2488 (Job No. 5202-13), painting Buckeye Reservoir, be awarded to the low
bidder, Higgins Painting, in the amount of $7,345. Funds for this purchase
are included in the 1990/91 budget.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Acceptance of Improvements for Ridgeview
Subdivision, Unit 6 (East of Cumberland Drive, south of Placer Street and west
of the Blue Gravel Mine)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-640)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
242 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Cumberland Drive, Teton Drive,
Allegheny Drive, and Adirondack Drive in the Ridgeview Estates Subdivision,
Units 6 and 7.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Ridgeview Subdivision, Unit 6,
be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk return the
securities to the developer, Dempsey Construction Corporation.
Resolution Accepting Streets
- Acceptance of Improvements for Redding Auto
Center (Viking Way east of Enterprise Sky Ranch)
* (S-070-230 & L-010-390)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
243 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation a portion of Viking Way (Redding Auto
Center).
It is also recommended that the improvements in Use Permit UP-21-89, Redding
Auto Center, developed by Randy Whittig, be accepted as satisfactorily
completed.
Acceptance of Final Map
- Ridgecrest Condominium Subdivision, Unit 2 (West
side of Hilltop Drive south of Lake Boulevard)
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(S-100-633)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for
Ridgecrest Condominiums, Unit 2, developed by Ridgecrest Properties, be
approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the
City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2504, Sludge Removal from the Enterprise
Public Utility District Wastewater Treatment Ponds
(B-050-020 & W-010-550 & W-010-200-250)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2504 (Job No. 9143), sludge removal from the EPUD Wastewater Treatment Ponds,
be awarded to the low bidder, McConnell Construction, in the amount of
$18,957, and an additional $1,750 be approved to cover the cost of engineering
and inspection fees, and $1,500 be approved to cover the cost of contract
change orders, for a total of $22,207. Funds for this project are included in
the 1990/91 budget.
It is also recommended that Council make the following findings regarding Bid
Schedule No. 2504 (Environmental Determination ED-13-91):
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 May 23, 1991.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2500, Bonnyview Ditch Reconstruction
(B-050-020 & S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2500 (Job No. 9992-16), Bonnyview Ditch Reconstruction, be awarded to the low
bidder, R.J. Frank, in the amount of $167,750, and an additional $14,250 be
approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $20,000 be
approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $202,000.
This project will be funded by storm drain construction funds.
It is also recommended that Council make the following findings regarding Bid
Schedule No. 2500 (Environmental Determination ED-12-91:
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 May 23, 1991.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2502, Mistletoe Ditch Reconstruction
(B-050-020 & S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2502 (Job No. 9996-16), Mistletoe Ditch reconstruction, be awarded to the low
bidder, Dean Hammon, in the amount of $16,760, and an additional $2,000 be
approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $3,400 be
approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $22,160.
This project will be funded by storm drain construction funds.
It is also recommended that Council make the following findings regarding Bid
Schedule No. 2502 (Environmental Determination ED-14-91):
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 May 23, 1991.
Resolution
- Abatement Proceedings - 1801 Willis Street, owned by Jon Malcolm
Benoist, Robert Joe Golenor, and Claudette E. Golenor
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and the City Attorney that
Resolution No. 91-244 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving the Report and Findings of the Board of Appeals, and
ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on
the property at 1801 Willis Street (1814/1818 Grace Avenue), owned by Jon
Malcolm Benoist, Robert Joe Golenor, and Claudette E. Golenor.
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Resolution - Abatement Proceedings - 4725 Harrison Avenue, owned by Eleener
Elwood "Al" Petty
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and the City Attorney that
Resolution No. 91-245 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving the Report and Findings of the Board of Appeals, and
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ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building(s) and debris on
the property at 4725 Harrison Avenue, owned by Eleener Elwood "Al" Petty
(previously owned by James Newell).
Arbitration Appeal
(L-100 & P-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that City Council ratify the
direction to appeal the Superior Court decision relative to the Gilhula
arbitration.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, 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 - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution Nos. 91-230, 91-231, 91-232, 91-233, 91-234, 91-235, 91-236, 91-
237, 91-238, 91-239, 91-240, 91-241, 91-242, 91-243, 91-244, and 91-245 are on
file in the office of the City Clerk.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from Regional Library Commission
(L-050 & B-080-477)
Two letters were received from the Regional Library Commission of Shasta
County. The letter dated June 4th requested funds in the amount of $15,240
(40% of the Commission's budget) for operation of the Library Commission. The
second letter dated June 4th requests financial support for the library in the
amount of $172,500, a 17% increase in last year's contribution.
City Manager Christofferson noted that Shasta County announced at the Library
Commission meeting that the County would be reducing its participation in the
library from $403,000 to $303,000. It is the recommendation of the City
Manager to defer this matter to the Council's budget study session proposed
for June 24.
It is the concurrence of Council to defer the requests from the Library
Commission to the City Council budget study session on June 24, 1991.
Resolution
- Veterans of Operation Desert Storm
(A-050-060)
A request from the Shasta County Veterans Affiliated Council was received
asking the City of Redding to join in saluting and paying tribute to the
veterans of Operation Desert Storm on July 4, 1991.
Major John Cleckner, representing the Shasta County Veterans Affiliated
Council, conveyed that the Veterans' Council will be publicly dedicating a
memorial to the veterans of Operation Desert Storm on the 4th of July. He
indicated that the memorial, located at the Convention Center, is one of the
first memorials in the Nation.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-246 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding to salute and pay tribute to the Veterans of Operation Desert Storm
on July 4, 1991.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution No. 91-246 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Letter from Redding School District
(C-070-010-020)
A letter was received from the trustees of the Redding School District
requesting City Council to consider designating a school site in the Benton
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Ranch area. The trustees' state that since the proposal is adjacent to the
KIXE property, they
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would appreciate this matter be considered separately from the Riverfront
Development Committee's deliberations.
Mayor Dahl stated that it would be wise to defer this matter until the
Riverfront Master Plan committee's work is completed. He noted that if there
are no objections, a copy of the request will be transmitted to the committee.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the committee
received a formal request and presentation from the School District already.
Mayor Dahl stated that it is the concurrence of Council to defer this matter
until the Riverfront Master Plan Committee's work is completed.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-19-90, by Ted and Judy
Young (1411 Branstetter Lane)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
Rezoning Application RZ-19-90.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated June 12, 1991
City Clerk Nichols recalled that protests were received and distributed to
City Council.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning
Commission recommended denial of a request to rezone property from "U-FP"
Unclassified to "C-3" Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial District and "U-
FP" Unclassified District. The request was filed concurrently with requests
to divide the property into nine commercial lots and one residential lot and
to fill 2.8 acres of the 100-year floodplain of Olney Creek. Mr. Perry
recalled that the hearing was continued from May 7 and June 4, 1991, to allow
the Commission to process a subdivision and allow floodplain encroachment on
the property. The Commission approved the creation of seven lots and fill
into the floodplain; however, both the Commission's approval and staff's
recommendation are based on the "U" Unclassified zoning being retained.
Mr. Perry explained that, in recommending denial of the rezoning request, the
Commission supported retaining the existing "U" Unclassified zoning in
conjunction with the existing General Plan of "Service Commercial." The
Commission recommended denial because of opposition by surrounding residential
areas because uses permitted outright in a "C-3" District could create
problems for adjoining residential areas. The Unclassified zoning would
require that a use permit be approved for any use established on the site.
Mr. Perry noted that surrounding property owners preferred the area be
reclassified to residential.
Keith Hamblin, 3826 School Street, Redding, representing Ted and Judy Young,
stated that the applicant requested the rezoning so seven use permits for
seven lots would not have to be applied for. Mr. Hamblin explained that the
"Unclassified" zoning is workable; however, the C-3 zoning will cut back the
amount of paperwork to process the permits.
In response to Council Member Fulton's question, Mr. Hamblin explained that
the applicants do not have a plan for each lot. After the map is approved,
the applicants may sell the lots.
Council Member Fulton pointed out that C-3 is a fairly intense use. Mr.
Hamblin agreed; however, he noted that even with C-3, outside storage, etc.,
requires a use permit. He added that most of the obnoxious uses will still
require a use permit.
Mayor Dahl asked what the Commission's response to simplifying the paperwork
was. Mr. Perry stated that the Commission did not respond to that. They
responded to the request and to the petition from adjoining property owners to
reclassify property to residential.
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Mr. Perry explained that some uses are permitted outright in a C-3 district
and others are not. Outside compressors and equipment that can be operated
outside of a machine shop are not covered by conditions under the C-3
district, and apartments would be allowed under a use permit.
Council Member Moss asked how much commercial development is in the area. Mr.
Perry indicated on the map where the commercial properties were located in
the past and where commercial is now presently located.
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 Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
deny Rezoning Application RZ-19-90, by Ted and Judy Young. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes with Council Members Arness and Buffum absent.
ORDINANCE
- Utility User Tax
(T-010)
City Manager Christofferson explained that the utility user tax is a revenue
device that has been utilized for two decades in California, and about 75
cities have adopted the tax as part of their revenue structure. The League of
California Cities has indicated that in the last two years, 42 cities have
either adopted the tax or raised their rate. The rate varies from 3% to 12%
with the "norm" being around 5% to 7%. He explained that a majority vote of
the City Council is required to implement the tax.
Mr. Christofferson noted that pending legislation gives counties the authority
to impose a utility tax on a county-wide basis, and consequently expand their
current authority to tax only the unincorporated area. The State is also
considering a 2% state-wide utility user tax, and a measure has been
introduced that would place a cap on the ability of cities to levy a utility
user tax and the proposal would freeze any existing utility user tax at the
rate in effect on June 1, 1991, and limit any city that has not levied a tax
to a maximum 5% rate.
Mr. Christofferson submitted a copy of the draft ordinance. He added that the
"solution" to the State's budget problem is likely to include both an increase
in City costs and the loss of present revenue. He added that there are a
number of unfinanced needs and items that staff would have liked to have
recommended to Council for inclusion in the budget, but could not. Mr.
Christofferson recommended that Council consider and discuss the feasibility
and appropriateness of imposing such a tax.
Council Member Moss noted that cities that have a utility user tax may
establish a maximum rate by ordinance and then set a current rate of taxation
by resolution.
Assistant City Attorney Calkins concurred and explained that Council can set a
rate for a fixed period of time by resolution. The resolution would be
published just as an ordinance is.
Council Member Moss clarified that the rate can be changed by a majority vote
of Council.
Council Member Fulton said this is premature, and Council has not had a chance
to discuss the matter. Council should not get caught up in the maelstrom and
start grasping at straws looking for any source of income. He added that
there has been no public input on this matter, and he suggested that Council
wait to see what happens at the State level. Council Member Fulton agreed
that the City needs money, but he added that this tax will be hard to sell.
Mr. Christofferson conveyed that the utility user tax is being brought up at
this time so Council will have the opportunity to consider the matter.
Council Member Moss stated that Redding is in the middle of a maelstrom. As
an example, last year the State passed SB2557 which put several hundred
million dollars of city monies into county coffers to help the State finance
unfunded State mandates. Redding should place itself in a defensive posture
to handle the maelstrom when it hits. He cautioned that the City should not
wait to see what has happened to it. The City was given the authority in 1970
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to put a utility tax in place and Council should discuss it and use it to
offset any financial
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wounds the State is going to inflict in their effort to balance the State
budget. He indicated that in an effort to be conservative, we could damage
ourselves financially.
Mayor Dahl explained that there has been a dramatic change in the fiscal
relationship between Federal, State, and local governments. The Federal
government has had severe fiscal problems for several years, and now the State
of California has been hit. The City has a tough decision to make. In order
to maintain solvency, either goods and services are cut back or the revenue
stream is increased. Mayor Dahl noted that when an ordinance is offered for
first reading, it is usually a "done deal" by that point. This is an
exception--the ordinance has to be debated and thoroughly discussed. He
expressed hope that many critical questions are answered by the State in the
interim. He would like to see where the revenue flows are and how the City is
going to fund services.
Council Member Moss noted that the City has done a pretty good job of handling
a 54% growth rate over the last ten years. In doing that, the City has hit
the development industry very hard, but there is an end to how much can be
thrown onto the development community as far as traffic impact. A year ago,
$100 million in traffic projects were identified; but, those projects are not
in the new budget because the money is not there. Staff was directed to
balance the budget, establish a reserve, hire no additional personnel, and
start no new projects. That left many unfunded projects that need to be
started. Council Member Moss said he is not willing to implement the tax at
this time; however, it is necessary to offer the ordinance for first reading.
Judgement can be deferred until after the matter has been thoroughly
discussed.
Council Member Fulton stated that this is not the right time. The City does
not have to emulate what the State is doing. He objected to offering the
ordinance for first reading until after there has been a public hearing and a
real chance to discuss the matter.
Council Member Moss pointed out that if there is going to be a utility tax, it
would be wiser to have the money go to locally prioritized projects than into
State-mandated projects that may not benefit local citizens at all. Council
Member Moss said he would like to offer the ordinance for first reading at
this time.
Noting that the draft ordinance has blank lines pertaining to dates and rates,
Mr. Christofferson suggested that those blank lines be filled in.
Mr. Calkins agreed and noted that language in the ordinance can be amended to
establish a maximum rate for each of the different categories, telephone,
electricity, water, and cable, etc. He said a paragraph can be added that, at
a subsequent time, a resolution implementing the ordinance at a tax rate of
Council's choice can be adopted.
Council Member Moss suggested that a maximum rate of 7% be established on all
utilities, and he asked that a paragraph pertaining to the implementing
resolution be included.
Mr. Calkins explained that, by law, the earliest effective date of the
ordinance is 30 days after adoption.
Mr. Christofferson noted that if the ordinance is adopted, the utilities need
time to comply with the recording and collecting of the tax, and that takes 60
to 90 days.
Council Member Moss asked if the effective date can be as soon as possible and
the rate implementing the tax start at a subsequent date.
Mayor Dahl explained that this is a defensive posture in response to upcoming
State legislation.
Mr. Calkins clarified that once a maximum rate is established by ordinance,
the implementation of a tax rate would be dependent on Council's adoption of a
resolution. He suggested that the ordinance include language which states
that the effective date of the ordinance is "as required by law."
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Mr. Christofferson noted that the ordinance requires the preparation of a
quarterly report and the date the first report is due must be established.
Mr. Downing conveyed that the end of the first quarter of the fiscal year is
September 30, 1991.
Mr. Calkins explained that the section relating to the implementing resolution
should read as follows, Section 4.06.200 - "The City Council may, from time to
time, at its discretion by resolution fix, alter, change and amend or revise
the tax rates established by this chapter."
Council Member Moss stated that the ordinance shall include the following:
(1) the effective rate for all utilities shall not exceed 7%; (2) the
effective date of the ordinance is "as required by law;" (3) the first
quarterly report is due September 30, 1991; and (4) the paragraph heretofore
quoted by Assistant City Attorney Calkins.
Council Member Fulton stated that he is opposed to the first reading of the
ordinance at this time.
Council Member Moss offered Ordinance No. 1964 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code
Title 4, Revenue and Finance, by adding Chapter 4.06: Utility Users' Tax.
RESOLUTION
- Jail Booking Fees
* (B-130-070 & L-040-300 & P-150-150)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that action on the matter pertaining to
jail booking fees has been deferred since February 19, 1991. Mr.
Christofferson reviewed the background on this matter. He noted that the
close of the fiscal year is approaching; and since the City of Anderson has
not been able to effectuate any change in the situation regarding booking
fees, it would be appropriate to conclude this situation before the year is
over. Mr. Christofferson conveyed that the City has been billed by the County
for $215,182.07, and staff believes maximum exposure through the end of the
year is approximately $238,000. It is recommended that the City take care of
its responsibility under current law and pay the bill, under protest. He
explained that funds may be transferred from the Regional Firing Range project
because that money will not be utilized in this fiscal year.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
pay the Jail Booking Fees as required under SB2557 to Shasta County, under
protest; and adopt Resolution No. 91-247, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving and adopting the 42nd Amendment to the City
Budget Resolution No. 90-362 transferring $238,000 for Shasta County booking
fees.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution No. 91-247 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed the Report to City Council dated June 13,
1991, which is incorporated herein by reference. He recommended that Council
support AB2213, as a concept; support AB2076; support AB2092; oppose the
limitation of cities' authority to utilize the utility user tax; and oppose
AB54.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
approve staff's recommendation to support AB2213, as a concept; support
AB2076; support AB2092; oppose the limitation of cities' authority to utilize
the utility user tax; oppose AB54, and authorize the Mayor to send the
appropriate letters to legislators and committees. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
with Council Members Arness and Buffum absent.
RESOLUTION
- Veterans Day Parade
(P-010 & P-030-250)
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City Manager Christofferson stated that the Shasta County Veterans Affiliated
Council requested that the City of Redding co-sponsor the Veterans Day Parade
on November 9, 1991, and approve the parade route and parking prohibition
during the
parade. Mr. Christofferson recalled that the reason for the co-sponsorship is
to enable the Veterans Council to avoid the cost of insurance. He noted that
this year, special tribute will be paid to the veterans of Operation Desert
Storm. It is the recommendation of staff to approve the requests.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
co-sponsor the Veterans Day Parade on November 9, 1991; approve Parade Route
2; and adopt Resolution No. 91-248, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding pertaining to the Veterans Day Parade and prohibiting parking
and vehicular traffic along Parade Route 2 on November 9, 1991, during the
parade.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution No. 91-248 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AIR QUALITY ATTAINMENT PLAN
(E-020-010)
City Manager Christofferson stated that a notice was received from the Shasta
County Air Quality Management District stating that a workshop on a draft Air
Quality Attainment Plan is to be held June 18 and a public hearing on June 25.
Mr. Christofferson explained that the California Health and Safety Code
requires the District to submit a Plan by June 30, 1991, to attain State
Ambient Air Quality Standards. He conveyed that he attended the meeting
today, and issues which pertain to the City include a commuter trip reduction
program, the Redding Power Plant, and control of fireplaces and wood stoves.
Mr. Christofferson conveyed that staff will make a presentation at Council's
budget study session on June 24. Noting that the Air Pollution Control Board
(Board of Supervisors) may consider a request to delay submission of the Plan,
he suggested that Council make such a request. He noted that one or two
Council Members may like to attend the public hearing, and staff will also
appear on behalf of the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
ask the Air Pollution Control Board to request a time extension to submit the
draft Air Quality Attainment Plan and appoint Council Member Arness to attend
the public hearing on the draft plan. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council
Members Arness and Buffum absent.
RESOLUTION
- Schedule of Fees and Service Charges
(F-205-600)
Director of Finance Downing submitted adjustments to the Schedule of Fees and
Services Charges for Council's consideration. Ms. Downing recalled that the
last blanket adjustment of the Fee Schedule was approved on June 18, 1990.
She noted that Council directed an annual review of the Master Fee Schedule
and asked that it be updated accordingly. Staff reviewed and applied the
Consumer Price Index (CPI) to most of the proposed adjustments based on a
change of 5.5% in the CPI for the year ended April 1991; however, those fees
that were subsidized at 25% over the cost of service were raised to 10%. She
added that some of those fees were already approved by Council. Ms. Downing
explained that Planning and Community Development and Public Works' staff will
be evaluating their fees and a mid-year review may be submitted. It is the
recommendation of staff to adopt the Fee Schedule.
Assistant City Attorney Calkins noted that Government Code Section 54992
states that if certain fees are going to be increased, a public hearing is
required and Council is to consider oral and written protest. He explained
that notice, as required by Section 54992, is to be made to those people who
have requested such notice. Mr. Calkins indicated that no one has submitted a
written request.
Mayor Dahl determined that there was no one present who wished to submit a
written comment or who wished to speak.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
Resolution No. 91-249 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending its schedule of fees and service charges.
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Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution No. 91-249 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA-1-91 and REZONING APPLICATION RZ-1-91
- by W-4 Ltd.
(5051 Caterpillar Road)
* (G-030-010 & L-010-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that at the City
Council meeting of June 4, 1991, GPA-1-91 and RZ-1-91 were referred back to
the Planning Commission for further review and recommendation following a vote
that failed to approve the applicant's request. At its meeting of June 11,
1991, the Commission ratified its earlier decision to classify the entire
property "Industrial" based on the following reasons: it put residential
closer to industrial uses; it created a pocket of residential with sole access
through an industrial area; and if the owner wants residential, access should
occur from the south. The Commission also felt that those intervening parcels
between this property and the 100-year floodplain of Moss Creek should also be
classified "Industrial."
Mr. Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated June 14, 1991, which is
incorporated herein by reference. He conveyed that staff supported the
applicant's request because the existing general plan is already residential,
and there is a need for apartment units. Mr. Perry pointed out that here, as
in many areas, there is opposition to apartment development. He said
industrial use is viable; however, it will require more grading and there is
an advantage to keeping more intensive uses away from the south end of the
property.
Council Member Fulton asked if this property is in the Industrial Park. Mr.
Perry replied no.
Joe Curto, 3194 Pinot Path, stated that he owns property across from Highway
273, between Highway 273 and Interstate 5, and he is concerned about the
potential for residential complaints against a possible use permit he has for
his property. Noting that the subdivision's access is from Caterpillar Road,
he opined that traffic will be a problem in the evening, and inbound traffic
to the apartments will not be able to make a left turn because of stacked up
traffic. He stated that this street is not a good window for an apartment
project. Mr. Curto conveyed that he is buying lots in the industrial park,
and he is concerned about how the tenants will deal with the traffic. The
industrial zoning should be protected--residential encroachment is not wise
for the industrial park.
Public Works Director Galusha conveyed that staff monitored the traffic
situation and determined that outbound traffic from the industrial area peaks
from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Residential traffic would arrive at a different
time, and move in a different direction.
Mr. Galusha concurred that there is a stacking problem; however, it can be
mitigated by lengthening the signal's green time and re-striping to provide a
right turn only lane on Caterpillar Road onto Highway 273. He said that
street improvement can be tied to the project.
Council Member Moss asked if the acceleration lane out of Caterpillar Lane is
adequate. Mr. Galusha conveyed that it was built to Caltrans' standards.
Mayor Dahl said there will be long-term traffic no matter how the area
develops, and an apartment project may be less of an impact.
Dwayne Miller, project engineer representing W-4 Ltd., reiterated that the
proposal will develop four acres and leave six acres on the south end along
Highway 273 in its natural state. The elevation differential will be eight to
ten feet lower than the industrial uses.
In response to Council Member Fulton's questions, Mr. Miller said he reviewed
the drainage study on Moss Creek. He said that at one time a development was
proposed with a substantial structure to cross Moss Creek to access Redwood
Boulevard; however, that would not even be a financial consideration at this
time.
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Mayor Dahl noted how that would impact Moss Creek.
Mr. Miller indicated that the project would have narrowed the stream and
created a 50-60 foot structure crossing. He said the further development
stays away from Moss Creek the easier it will be.
Mayor Dahl said he favors the residential option because there are less
impacts on the Moss Creek drainage area.
Gary Baker, 1148 Jaxon Way, stated that the traffic is mild at 2:45 p.m.; and
at 4:35, he can no longer use Caterpillar Lane at Highway 273 because the
traffic is backed up to St. George. The traffic is bad.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Council make the following findings regarding General Plan Amendment
Application GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application RZ-1-91:
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 February 13, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
approve General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-91 and Rezoning Application
RZ-1-91, in concept, and direct staff to return with a resolution and
ordinance to GPA-1-91 and RZ-1-91, and direct that the adjoining area remain
6.0 units per acre. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Members Arness and
Buffum absent.
SECOND ANNUAL DUCKY DERBY
- Administrative Use Permit AUP-44-91, by Rotary
Foundation for Substance Abuse
(L-010-390-100 & P-050-270)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the Rotary Clubs
of Northern California are requesting permission to conduct the Second Annual
Ducky Derby on September 21, 1991. The event will be conducted in the
vicinity of Caldwell Park and the Sacramento River Pedestrian Trail. Mr.
Perry conveyed that the Recreation and Parks Commission reviewed the request
and determined that there were not any problems with the proposal; and the
River and Waterways Commission approved the request subject to conditions
pertaining to trash receptacles, portable toilet facilities, pedestrian
traffic, and the prohibition of water skiing and power boat demonstrations.
Noting that staff may issue an administrative use permit for the event, Mr.
Perry asked if Council would like to address any additional issues.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
refer Administrative Use Permit AUP-44-91, by Rotary Foundation for Substance
Abuse, to staff for processing subject to the recommendations of the River and
Waterways Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Members Arness
and Buffum absent.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT
(A-050-250)
Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through May 1991
for the following work areas: (1) annexations; (2) planning and zoning; (3)
building and population; (4) landscape design; (5) housing assistance, and (6)
Redevelopment Agency. This was an information item and no action was
required.
AB54
- California Tree Protection and Planting Program
(L-040-300)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the State
legislature is considering a bill which would require cities and counties to
adopt ordinances regulating the removal of certain native trees. Mr. Perry
submitted a copy of AB54. He conveyed that the provisions of AB54 are the
minimum which must be adopted, and localities are free to adopt more stringent
requirements. Many provisions of AB54 are already covered in the City's draft
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Tree Protection Ordinance, and Council has scheduled a public hearing for July
2, 1991, to consider this ordinance. He noted that if AB54 passes, some
changes to the draft ordinance will be required.
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Mr. Perry explained that AB54 is more restrictive than the City's draft
ordinance. Staff does have some concerns about the bill and recommends that
those concerns be forwarded to the author of AB54, our legislators, the League
of California Cities, and the American Planning Association. Mr. Perry
conveyed that if the City did not have a draft tree ordinance in the works,
staff would probably oppose the bill, as the City Manager recommended, on the
grounds that the bill is too onerous for local governments. However, under
the assumption that the City will adopt some form of tree ordinance, staff
recommends that, rather than oppose the bill, the substance of the bill be
considered and some of the deficiencies in the bill be cured.
Noting that Mr. Perry referred to the public hearing on the draft Tree
Preservation ordinance on July 2, 1991, City Clerk Nichols noted that the
Shasta Tree Committee asked that that public hearing be continued from July 2,
1991. She recommended that that hearing be continued to August 6, 1991.
Mr. Perry noted that Council has two options, either continue the public
hearing or cancel and readvertise the public hearing.
Mayor Dahl stated that it is the concurrence of Council to continue the public
hearing at that time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
prepare a letter for the Mayor's signature expressing qualified support for
AB54 and noting those issues of concern that staff has raised, and distribute
same to the author of AB54, our legislators, the League of California Cities,
and the American Planning Association. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council
Member Arness and Buffum absent.
GENERAL PLAN APPLICATION GPA-4-91
- by City of Redding (Clover Creek
Floodplain)
(G-030-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that GPA-4-91 was
continued from the last two Council meetings to allow City Council time to
look at the area and provide the Department of Fish and Game (DFG) an
opportunity to respond to staff's letter concerning environmental impacts.
The letter from the Department of Fish and Game dated May 31, 1991, was
submitted to Council, as well as the letter from Sharrah Dunlap and Associates
dated May 29, 1991.
Mr. Perry said it is the recommendation of staff to discontinue further
proceedings on GPA-4-91. As suggested by Sharrah Dunlap, it is also
recommended that developers be allowed to put together the studies DFG is
asking for. Even though the policies staff recommended are more restrictive
than those already in the Municipal Airport Area Plan, DFG felt they did not
go far enough.
Mayor Dahl clarified that staff is recommending that developers be allowed to
prepare an environmental impact report (EIR).
Mr. Perry said staff hopes that would occur, although there are no guarantees.
It will be necessary to put together the support of the property owners to
fund the work to the level that Fish and Game is requesting and Sharrah Dunlap
outlined. If that does not happen, he opined that a series of piecemeal
requests will be received.
Council Member Moss noted that DFG would probably be happy with something less
than a full blown EIR as long the drainage requirements and wetlands issues
are addressed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
terminate General Plan Amendment Application GPA-4-91, by City of Redding, and
direct staff to proceed with coordinating the environmental studies with
developers. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Members Arness and Buffum
absent.
RESOLUTION
- Salary Adjustment for Unrepresented Employees
(P-100-320)
Personnel Director Bristow recalled that City Council considers adjustment of
salary levels for City employees not covered by union contracts on an annual
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basis. It is the recommendation of staff that unrepresented employees receive
a 4.7% cost of living increase based on changes in the Consumer Price Index.
Mr. Bristow clarified that management employees will not receive an automatic
pay
increase; however, they will be eligible for an adjustment in pay on their
individual employment anniversary dates.
It is the recommendation of staff to approve the salary adjustment for
unrepresented employees.
Council Member Moss noted that there is legislation pending that is punitive
towards local agencies who grant automatic cost of living increases in salary.
Mr. Christofferson clarified that such legislation is being discussed;
however, it is only prospective, and Council is taking this action in good
faith.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-250 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-546, partially amended by Resolution
Nos. 91-103, 91-122, 91-123, 91-129, and 91-171 by:
A. (1) Deleting the existing Employee Classification Schedule and Salary
Plan as of Midnight, June 22, 1991; and
(2) Establishing a new Employee Classification Schedule and Salary
Plan effective June 23, 1991.
B. (1) Deleting, as of Midnight, June 22, 1991, the current Executive
Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan; and
(2) Establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-Performance
Salary Plan effective June 23, 1991.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Arness and Buffum
Resolution No. 91-250 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
1990 PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
- Status Report
(A-050-300-400)
Public Works Director Galusha recalled that staff presented information about
the 1990 Pretreatment Program Audit Report on November 6, 1990, and the Cease
and Desist Order adopted by the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control
Board on March 22, 1991. Staff is working toward completing the tasks
required by the Cease and Desist Order; however, there are ongoing and
complicated requirements that require frequent follow-up by staff to keep
current with State and Federal regulations. Mr. Galusha reviewed the list of
tasks required by the Cease and Desist Order.
Mr. Galusha emphasized the importance of the program and conveyed that the
Environmental Protection Agency has sued cities for their failure to enforce
pretreatment requirements on industry. He explained that this program has and
will require considerable staff time to implement. Without additional staff
and/or contract services, staff is concerned about its ability to complete all
requirements of the Cease and Desist Order and effectively operate the Clear
Creek Plant and start operation on the new Stillwater Plant. It is the
recommendation of staff to initiate the recruitment process for an industrial
waste analyst, with the understanding that no appointment would be made
without specific Council authorization. Staff will continue to monitor the
program, assess its needs, and develop a recommendation for Council's
consideration within 30 to 45 days.
Council Member Moss questioned if private consultants can help staff get
caught up, at least temporarily.
Mr. Galusha conveyed that consultants are being used. However, the real issue
is educating local industries and that will take a lot of City staff time. He
emphasized that staff will use consultants to meet the time limits, but in the
long run, staff will be needed to keep up with the constant monitoring.
Superintendent of Wastewater Craig explained that the changes required by
Federal regulations are expanding the program. He conveyed that consultants
can assist staff in meeting a higher level of effort, but that level must be
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maintained, and a consultant cannot maintain that level without tremendous
amounts of money.
Mayor Dahl clarified that, in order to meet government mandates or run an
operation more economically feasible, Council does not have any choice but to
add additional staff.
Mayor Dahl stated that it is the concurrence of City Council that staff be
authorized to initiate the recruitment process for an Industrial Waste
Analyst.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
River Bend Golf & Country Club (D.B.L. Inc.)
3625 Eagle Parkway
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:18 p.m., Mayor Dahl
adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., June 24, 1991, at the Redding Convention
Center, Room 125, Redding, California.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk