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7/16/91
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
July 16, 1991 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Reverend Evelyn Kendall of the United Methodist
Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council
Members present: Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl. Council Member Fulton 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,
Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Fire Chief Bailey, Assistant City
Attorney Calkins, Director of Recreation and Parks Riley, Director of
Community Services Gorman, Principal Planner King, Director of Information
Systems Kelley, Assistant Finance Director Sundin-Gruber, Housing Manager
Maurer, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello.
PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION
- Honoring Shasta Branch of the American Society of
Civil Engineers
(P-050-460-700 & A-050-060)
Mayor Dahl presented Resolution No. 91-263 to Jim Elkins, representing the
Shasta Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Mayor Dahl
stated that Mr. Elkins and ASCE coordinated the design and construction labor
for the Sulphur Creek bridge extension of the Sacramento River Pedestrian
Trail. He thanked the group for their hard work and dedication to the
project.
Mr. Elkins said approximately 60 people from the engineering community worked
on the bridge; and it would not have been possible without contributions from
the construction community and material suppliers. He conveyed that
approximately $75,000 was saved by the City of Redding. On behalf of ASCE and
others, Mr. Elkins accepted the award.
RESOLUTION
- Honoring Clint Wahl for Heroism
RESOLUTION
- Honoring Randy Orum for Heroism
(A-050-060)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley stated that on June 12, 1991, Clint Wahl,
a Redding Recreation and Parks Department lifeguard on break at the Redding
Plunge, responded to a call to help a citizen stranded on a surfboard in the
Sacramento River. Mr. Wahl swam approximately 1/4 mile downriver to intercept
the distressed swimmer; and Randy Orum, a citizen, assisted Clint Wahl in
recovering the unconscious citizen from the river and applying artificial
respiration until medical personnel arrived. Mr. Riley indicated that the
citizen is still in critical condition at the hospital. The actions of Mr.
Wahl and Mr. Orum were very courageous, and staff recommends that Council
recognize their effort with an appropriate resolution.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-272 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding honoring Clint Wahl for heroism.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 91-272 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-273 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding honoring Randy Orum for heroism.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
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Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 91-273 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Dahl read the resolutions into the record and presented the resolutions
to Mr. Wahl and Mr. Orum.
URGENCY ITEM
(A-170-075-007)
City Attorney Hays noted that due to an oversight, an agenda item regarding
Landscape Maintenance District No. 7, River Heights Subdivision, was omitted
from the Agenda. He explained that a public hearing must be set and held in
order to place the levy of assessment on the tax roll by the required
deadline. It is the recommendation of staff to place the item on the Consent
Calendar as Agenda item 4-9-4(s).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
consider Landscape Maintenance District No. 7, River Heights Subdivision, as
an urgency item.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes
- Special Meeting of June 6, 1991
Regular Meeting of June 18, 1991
Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 24, 1991
Adjourned Regular Meeting of July 2, 1991
Regular Meeting of July 2, 1991
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 01, check numbers 171000
through 171554 inclusive, in the amount of $2,326,310.53, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 01, check numbers 319524 through 320412
inclusive, in the amount of $977,548.05, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the
amount of $216,681.60, for the period June 23, 1991, through July 16, 1991, be
approved.
TOTAL: $3,520,540.18
Treasurer's Report
- June 1991
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $37,926,247.41
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $83,943,900.62
Resolution
- Adopting Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 1991-1992
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 91-274
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
establishing the appropriation limit in the amount of $65,965,775.00, for
fiscal year 1991-92 for the City of Redding.
Resolution
- City Council Policy - Rebudgeting Prior Year Appropriations
(A-050-060-555 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant Director of Finance that Resolution
No. 91-275 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
establishing and adopting a policy to rebudget prior year appropriations.
Resolution
- Intermediate Clerk Position for Housing Authority
(B-130-070 & H-150)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-276
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 3rd Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 91-253
establishing one Intermediate Clerk position provided in the approved Housing
Authority budget and appropriating $27,350 for same.
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Set Public Hearing - re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-5-91 and
Rezoning Application RZ-5-91, by Broderick and Taylor (1950, 2000, and 2010
Rosaline Avenue)
(G-030-010 & L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., August 6, 1991, to consider reclassification of property from
"Greenway" to "Office/Residential," and rezoning property from "R-1" Single-
Family Residential District to "R4-40-F" Multiple-Family Residential District
and "U-F" Unclassified District with site plan review criteria.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-9-91, by City
of Redding (Riverland Drive)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., August 20, 1991, to consider reclassifying property from
"Residential, 1.0 and 0.2 units per acre" to "Park" and "Greenway."
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy
(G-100-030-200)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Council refer the
development of a Draft Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy to the
Community Development Advisory Committee.
Annexation 90-10
- Posey Lane
(A-150-232)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that the matter regarding
the request from the applicants of Annexation 90-10, Posey Lane, for a refund
of annexation fees, be referred to the Property Tax Exchange Subcommittee for
a report and recommendation.
Resolution
- Landscape Maintenance District No. 17, College Highlands
Subdivision, Units 1 and 2
(A-170-075-017)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Council approve the
Engineer's Report, grant Simpson College permission to maintain the landscape
district during Fiscal Year 1991-92; and that Resolution No. 91-277 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. 17, and authorizing proceedings
for the levy and collection of assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping
and Lighting Act of 1972, and set a public hearing for August 6, 1991.
Resolution
- Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Quail Hollow Subdivision,
Unit 3, Annexation
(A-170-075-020)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Council approve the
Engineer's Report; and that Resolution No. 91-278 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the annexation of additional
territory, namely Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, into Landscape Maintenance
District No. 20, and authorizing proceedings for the levy and collection of
assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and
set a public hearing for August 6, 1991.
Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings re Landscape Maintenance District No.
6, Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 1 - 5
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments
(A-170-075-006)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Council adopt the
Engineer's Report and that Resolution No. 91-279 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding initiating proceedings for the levy of
assessments for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-280 be adopted, a resolution of
intention of the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect
assessments for Fiscal Year 1991-92, and set a public hearing for August 6,
1991.
Acquisition of Property
- Riverland Drive
(C-070-010 & T-010-650)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director to authorize the Mayor to
send a second letter to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors regarding the
acquisition of property owned by Richard Bean on Riverland Drive.
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Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings for Landscape Maintenance District No. 7,
River Heights Subdivision
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments
(A-170-075-007)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director to approve the Engineer's
Report and that Resolution No. 91-281 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding initiating proceedings for the levy of
assessments for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-282 be adopted, a resolution of
intention of the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect
assessments for Fiscal Year 1991-92, and set a public hearing for August 6,
1991.
Resolution
- Professional Services Contract with Black & Veatch - Redding
Power Plant
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds
* (E-120-300-700 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
91-283 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing staff to negotiate a contract with Black & Veatch for professional
services associated with the Redding Power Project, not to exceed $743,020.00,
and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation.
Sufficient funds are available in the Electric Department reserves; however,
all expenses incurred under the contract may be refunded or funded depending
on the timing of the expenses by the proceeds from a future debt issue for the
Redding Power Project.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-284 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 2nd
Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $743,020 for
the Redding Power Plant Program.
Resolution
- Professional Services Contract with Henwood Energy Services, Inc.
- Utility Planning
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds
* (A-050-125 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
91-285 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Professional Services
Agreement between the City of Redding and Henwood Energy Services, Inc. in the
amount of $47,400 relating to Electric Utility Planning.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-286 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 1st
Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $47,700 for
Utility Planning Services.
Electric Utility Department
- Request to Recruit Three System Operators
(P-100-060 & A-050-125)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director to approve the
recruitment of three Systems Operators and return to Council in 45 to 90 days
to request permission to begin hiring operators for the Electric Utility.
Resolution
- Agreement with Shasta County Arts Council
(C-070-100 & B-130-030 & C-050-500)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution
No. 91-287 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Lease Agreement for the Old City Hall Arts Center and Funding
Agreement entered into between the City of Redding and the Shasta County Arts
Council, effective July 1, 1991, through June 30, 1992, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. The funding agreement includes the
following: funding in the amount of $20,700 available through the Convention
and Visitors Bureau budget; a one-time deficit reduction grant of $10,000
available through the Convention and Tourism Fund and General Fund; staff
assistance in the operation of the performance facility, and printing of a bi-
monthly newsletter and activities calendar.
Resolution
- Agreement with Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association
(B-130-030-700)
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It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution
No. 91-288 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the Promotional Funding Agreement entered into between the City of
Redding and the Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association, Inc., effective July 1,
1991, through September 30, 1991, and authorizing the Mayor to sign on behalf
of the City. Funding for the fiscal quarter is in the amount of $8,750.
Benton Airpark
- State Grant Application for Aircraft Parking Apron
Rehabilitation Project
(G-100-170-200 & A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 91-289
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the State of California,
Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics, under the California
Aid to Airports Program (CAAP) for Aircraft Parking Apron Rehabilitation
Project at Benton Airpark, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the
appropriate documents; and certifying as to the availability of matching funds
by the City of Redding to pay 10% of the costs of said project.
Resolution
- Automated Refuse Containers
(B-050-100 & S-020-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of General Services that Resolution
No. 91-290 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the purchase of 1,125 automated refuse containers, in the amount
of $64,900, through the City of Clovis' current contract with Toter, Inc., and
authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate documentation. Funds
are available in the 1991-92 budget for this purchase.
Bid Schedule No. 2504
- Contract Change Order, Sludge Removal from EPUD
Wastewater Treatment Ponds by McConnell Construction
(B-050-020 & W-010-550)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director to approve the
expenditure of $9,500 for the removal of additional sludge from the abandoned
Enterprise Sewage Treatment Plant, Bid Schedule No. 2504. Funds in the amount
of $15,107 were saved in tipping fees at the West Central Landfill; thus, it
is recommended that McConnell Construction be paid $9,500 from the tipping fee
savings and Council authorize the expenditure of up to $5,000 from the
remaining tipping fee savings for removal of any additional sludge, should
soil test results indicated additional sludge must be removed.
Resolution
- Amendment to Contract with Sharrah Dunlap and Associates
(A-170-100-080)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
291 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 design of the Clover Creek Assessment
District. "Public Works contract modification (Change Order)" No. 1 dated
July 10, 1991, between the City of Redding and Sharrah Dunlap and Associates,
Ind. (Contract No. C-2388) to provide additional engineering work as set forth
in Sharrah Dunlap's letter of June 26, 1991, forming part of Change Order No.
1, in an amount not to exceed $15,200. Funds are available in the Stillwater
Project to cover the additional cost.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2311, Hartnell Avenue at Route 5 Widen
Bridge No. 6-124 and Approaches
(B-050-020 & R-030-050-100 & S-070-050)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2311 (Job No. 9750), Hartnell Avenue at Route 5 widen Bridge No. 6-124 and
approaches, awarded to Shasta Constructors, be accepted as satisfactorily
completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion.
The final contract price is $1,084,811.50, with the potential exception of an
outstanding claim in the amount of $20,000 submitted by the contractor and
being pursued through arbitration. Caltrans is obligated to reimburse the
City for Contract Change Order No. 8 in the amount of $47,980.50; thus, the
construction cost will be reduced to $1,036,831.
Resolution
- Amending Contract with North State Resources for Environmental
Assessment for Buckeye Water Treatment Plant
(W-030-600)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
292 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Addendum #1 to the Authorization
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for Professional Services dated July 8, 1991, between the City of Redding and
North State
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Resources, Inc. for additional services not to exceed $3,000 in the
preparation of the environmental assessment for the Buckeye Water Treatment
Plant, and provide a contingency fund of $2,000 for any additional unexpected
items.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2431, Walnut Street Sewer Replacement
(B-050-020 & W-020-575)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2431 (Job No. 9582), Walnut Street sewer replacement, awarded to Cox and Cox
Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is
$41,483.33.
Resolution
- Releasing Abatement Proceedings at 2704 South Market Street,
owned by Josephine L. Hedman, Trustees
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-293 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the
proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on
certain real property in the City of Redding located at 2704 South Market
Street, owned by Josephine L. Hedman, Trustee under the Josephine L. Hedman
1986 Trust dated August 14, 1986; and a certified copy of the resolution be
recorded in the office of the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution
- Releasing Abatement Proceedings at 1753 Milo Avenue, owned by
James Lee Newell
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-294 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding releasing the
proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on
certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1753 Milo Avenue,
owned by James Lee Newell; and a certified copy of the resolution be recorded
in the office of the Shasta County Recorder.
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, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution Nos. 91-274, 91-275, 91-276, 91-277, 91-278, 91-279, 91-280, 91-
281, 91-282, 91-283, 91-284, 91-285, 91-286, 91-287, 91-288, 91-289, 91-290,
91-291, 91-292, 91-293, and 91-294 are on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from Charles and Irene Byard
- Annexation 89-15, Bond Ridge Drive
(A-150-221)
A letter was received from Charles and Irene Byard stating that their property
is included in Annexation Request 89-15. The Byards ask Council to consider
annexing their parcel with an eight percent increase in their tax from the
time of annexation until the time that the City and County reach an agreement
on the tax split. When the City and County reach an agreement on the tax
split, the 8% additional tax would be rescinded, and the Byards would abide by
the agreement.
Mayor Dahl stated that it is the concurrence of Council to refer this matter
to staff.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- re Appeal of Denial of Use Permit UP-11-91, by
Pacific Neon (183 Lake Boulevard)
(L-010-290)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the continued 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.
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Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated July 10, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Planning
Commission denied the appeal of Use Permit UP-11-91 and upheld the decision of
the Board of Administrative Review to deny a request to add 65 square feet of
off-site signage for Carl's Jr. to an existing pole sign located at the BP
Service Station at 186 Lake Boulevard.
Mr. Perry conveyed that the applicant, Carl's Jr., has requested that this
matter be referred back to the Planning Commission, and their intention is to
submit a modified application. It is the recommendation of staff to open and
close the public hearing and refer the permit to the Planning Commission.
Mayor Dahl determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on
this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member
Fulton absent.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
refer Use Permit Application UP-11-91, by Pacific Neon, back to the Planning
Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Landscape Maintenance District No. 18, Almaden Estates
Subdivision, Units 1 and 2
(A-170-075-018)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
Landscape Maintenance District No. 18.
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 July 9, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that on July 2,
1991, Council undertook steps to formulate a landscape maintenance district in
conjunction with the development of Almaden Estates Subdivision, Units 1 and
2, and approved the Engineer's Report proposing a $103.15 per lot per year
assessment to maintain those improvements. It is the recommendation of staff
to adopt the resolution levying the assessment to maintain the district.
Mayor Dahl determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on
this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member
Fulton absent.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum that
Resolution No. 91-295 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance
District No. 18 for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 91-295 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Application for a Limousine Owner's Permit, by Landon D.
Leffler, dba Airport Bus/Personalized Limousine Service
(T-100-150)
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The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
the application for a Limousine Owner's Permit.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Department recommendation dated July 10, 1991
City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received.
City Clerk Nichols stated that Landon Leffler requested permission to operate
a limousine service. Ms. Nichols noted that although Council has approved
several applications for limousine services, none of the applicants are
operating in the City. She added that approval should be subject to submittal
of a financial statement, appropriate insurance, and approval of the vehicles
by the Chief of Police.
Mayor Dahl determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on
this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member
Fulton absent.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
approve the application for a Limousine Owner's Permit, by Landon D. Leffler,
dba Airport Bus/Personalized Limousine Service subject to submittal of a
financial statement, the appropriate insurance certificate being on file, and
approval of the vehicle(s) by the Chief of Police. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
with Council Member Fulton absent.
PLANNING COMMISSION
(B-080-300)
Mayor Dahl noted that the appointment to fill the Planning Commission vacancy
was referred to a subcommittee comprised of City Council liaisons to the
Planning Department and the Chairman of the Planning Commission. The
subcommittee recommended that Dallas Brown be appointed to the Planning
Commission to serve an unexpired term ending May 1, 1992.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
appoint Dallas Brown to the Planning Commission to serve an unexpired term
ending May 1, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton
absent.
SHASTA SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAMS, INC.
(B-080-650)
Mayor Dahl noted that there is a vacancy on the Shasta Senior Nutrition
Programs, Inc. Program Advisory Board for an official from the City of
Redding. He recommended that Council Member Arness be appointed to serve on
the Board and Council Member Fulton serve as alternate.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
appoint Council Member Arness to serve on the Shasta Senior Nutrition
Programs, Inc. Program Advisory Board, and Council Member Fulton serve as
alternate. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
(P-100-230)
City Manager Christofferson conveyed that the League of California Cities
(LCC) proposes to form a coalition of Public Employees' Retirement System
(PERS) contracting agencies, including cities, counties, special districts,
and schools. The League is attempting to ascertain the level of interest in
such a coalition and our willingness to contribute to a part of the cost. The
cost is based on population, and the City of Redding's contribution would be
$1,500.
Mr. Christofferson explained that the proposal was brought about because these
agencies have a major financial stake in PERS and because the State
legislature has utilized PERS as a factor in balancing the State's budget. It
is the recommendation of the City Manager to respond affirmatively to the
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League's proposal to form a coalition and indicate our willingness to
contribute at the level requested.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
respond affirmatively to the League of California Cities proposal to form a
coalition of Public Employees' Retirement System contracting agencies and
contribute $1,500 to the coalition. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council
Member Fulton absent.
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
(S-050-050)
City Manager Christofferson conveyed that two of the staff members in the
Redding office of the Board of Equalization have been transferred to the Santa
Rosa office. Mr. Christofferson said this comes at a time when Redding is
experiencing unprecedented growth in population and retail sales activity. He
said this is the wrong time to be cutting back on the capacity of the local
office to audit sales tax and ensure that both the State and City are
receiving their full share of sales tax.
Mr. Christofferson explained that two vacant positions in the Redding office
will not be replaced effective July 1, 1991. He conveyed that he wrote to
William Bennett, the Board of Equalization member for this area, asking how
this action could be turned around; however, a reply has not been received.
It is the recommendation of the City Manager to authorize the Mayor to send a
letter urging the Board of Equalization not to transfer personnel to Santa
Rosa.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
authorizing the Mayor to send a letter to the Board of Equalization
recommending that the transfer authorized between the Redding office and the
Santa Rosa office be rescinded and the staffing level in the Redding office be
restored to its previous strength. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council
Member Fulton absent.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson noted that Legislative Bulletins 25 and 26 were
forwarded to Council upon receipt from the League of California Cities (LCC).
He noted that City Council has already taken a position on matters in these
issues.
Mr. Christofferson noted that after drafting the Report to City Council for
tonight's meeting, Legislative Bulletin 27 arrived. He said it is the
recommendation of the LCC and the City Manager's office to support SB751.
SB751 clarifies some of the provisions relating to the maintenance of effort
requirement. He explained that the maintenance of effort requirement does not
permit the City to supplant bond money for money the City was already
spending--that level of funding must be maintained. He suggested that Council
authorize the Mayor to sign a letter to Redding's representatives in
Sacramento in support of SB751, and thank the author of the bill for
clarifying the issue.
MOTION Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
support SB751, send the appropriate letter of support to Redding's legislators
and a letter of thank you to the author of the bill. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
UTILITY USER TAX
(T-010-700-900)
Mayor Dahl conveyed that Council Member Buffum, on behalf of Council Member
Fulton, requested that Agenda item 9-1(d), Utility User Tax, be continued to a
later date. Noting that Susie Evans, Viacom Cablevision's representative, was
in the audience, Mayor Dahl asked Ms. Evans if she would like to speak. It
was determined that Ms. Evans could return to speak on this matter at a future
meeting.
Council Member Arness encouraged the people, the Builders Exchange, and the
Chamber of Commerce to give any questions or comments to the City Manager so
City Council can address them.
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Mayor Dahl directed the City Manager to schedule a Special Meeting to be set
at the end of July to consider the Utility User Tax. City Council concurred.
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REDDING RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN and EIS - Bureau of Land Management
(F-200-200-040)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a copy of the
Report to City Council dated July 10, 1991, which is incorporated herein by
reference. Mr. Perry introduced Mark Morris, the Area Manager of the Bureau
of Land Management (BLM). Mr. Perry recalled that Council sent comments on
the Draft Resource Management Plan (RMP) to BLM in July, 1991, and Mr. Morris
offered to give a presentation to Council.
Mark Morris, Area Manager of the Redding Resource Area of Bureau of Land
Management, stated that BLM received Council's comments on the RMP. He
introduced Francis Berg.
Francis Berg explained that the RMP is a land use plan prepared by BLM for
public lands administered by BLM. He stated that the plan was based on public
scoping. Mr. Berg conveyed that the Shasta Management Area (the western half
of Shasta County) and the Sacramento River Management Area are the two areas
Redding will be most concerned with.
Mr. Berg conveyed that in western Shasta County, BLM recommends consolidation
of lands in the Interlake Special Recreation Management Area with the
following objectives: provide motorized recreation opportunities, enhance
non-motorized recreation opportunities along the Sacramento River; improve
the supply of forest products, improve deer winter range habitat, maintain
special status species habitat, maintain the scenic quality, and maintain
opportunities for mineral development.
Around Swasey Drive, BLM is proposing the protection of 500 acres of
prehistoric archaeological sites. Near Mule Mountain and across to Muletown
Road, the recommendation is to consolidate that area and provide non-motorized
types of recreation opportunities.
In the Clear Creek area, BLM recommends consolidation of public lands
throughout that corridor. The objectives are to enhance salmon habitat,
restore riparian habitat to Class 1/Class 2, enhance non-motorized recreation,
maintain scenic quality especially in the canyon above Clear Creek Road
bridge, re-establish native pine communities, and protect cultural values.
In the area west of French Gulch, the objectives are to improve the yield of
forest products, improve deer winter range, protect cultural resources
(principally historic resources); maintain opportunities for mineral
development, and enhance semi-primitive recreation opportunities. Mr. Berg
said this may be subject to change because of the spotted owl critical
habitat.
Mr. Berg conveyed that BLM is concerned about the Sacramento River island near
Knighton Road. It is the northernmost occurrence of original riparian
vegetation including mature great valley oak and cottonwood. The objectives
are to improve and increase the riparian forest, improve salmon and water fowl
habitat in that area. Downstream of the island are existing public lands, and
BLM recommends consolidation of public lands from Balls Ferry crossing 25
miles to above Red Bluff at 7-Mile Creek. Their objectives are to enhance
non-motorized types of recreation opportunities, protect riparian habitat and
associated wildlife; enhance anadromous fisheries, conserve archaeologic
resources, protect wetland habitat, enhance public access, protect special
status species, continue grazing, allow mineral development, and maintain
scenic quality.
Mr. Berg indicated that the official comment period is closed, but BLM is
still receiving some comments. He anticipates that BLM will be working with
counties and municipalities.
Council Member Moss pointed out that one of BLM's goals and objectives is to
maintain property open for mineral exploitation. He asked what kind of
controls are in place to ensure there is no environmental damage or conflict
with other uses.
Mr. Berg stated that BLM is a multiple land-use agency, and mineral
development is regulated under the 1872 Mining Law. However, there is better
control of environmental damage under the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act
of the State of California which is applicable to Federal lands. BLM is
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working with counties to develop an ordinance that gives those agencies key
roles to ensure responsible reclamation on some of those properties.
Council Member Moss said there has been considerable effort by the U.S. Forest
Service to remove mining claims. He noted that this does not coincide with
BLM's policy.
Mr. Berg opined that in those cases, people were probably mining under the
guise of the 1872 Mining Law. They are finding, however, that these are
occupancy trespasses, and BLM has a fairly aggressive occupancy trespass
program. However, there is not enough staff to cover 10 million acres and
root out every possible conflict.
Mr. Berg mentioned that there are several parcels of public land around
Redding which have been identified for transfer under the Recreation and
Public Purposes Act to any local service district, city, county, state, or
qualified nonprofit organization for a period of two years after the record of
decision on the final RMP/EIS.
Council Member Moss asked Mr. Berg if BLM is working with Gene Clark and his
committee on the preservation of Clear Creek.
Mr. Berg conveyed that BLM has met with and received a number of comments from
Gene Clark. BLM has suggested that the Clear Creek Road bridge be established
as the northern boundary and everything south of that road be placed in the
management area. There are scattered public lands above the road, and about
170 acres have been identified for disposal. He said the current
recommendation is that no roads should be added to the Recreation and Public
Purposes Act pool.
Mayor Dahl questioned if Council Member Moss' comments regarding mining were
in the last letter to BLM. Mr. King said there is a section about mining in
the detailed report, but comments specifically about justifying or explaining
impacts on the environment are not in there.
Council Member Moss said he is not concerned about existing mining claims;
but, he is concerned about leaving property open for subsequent mining
claims. Mr. Perry noted that this issue may require change in Federal laws,
but staff will follow up on that issue and send another letter to BLM with
Council's comments.
AMENDMENT TO TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-15-90
- Western Acres Subdivision
(S-100-782)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission granted an amendment to
Tentative Subdivision Map S-15-90, a project by Rob Middleton to subdivide
29.5 acres into 58 single-family lots, located north of Rancho Road and west
of Shasta View Drive. The amendment allows the creation of a drainage benefit
district within the Western Acres watershed to provide permanent storm drain
improvements as an alternative to a temporary storm-water detention facility.
The District would be formed with the consent of all affected property owners
within the watershed.
EXCHANGE OF CITY OWNED LAND
- by FHK Companies
(C-070-010 & C-070-200)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that in April,
1991, Council reviewed an offer from The FHK Companies to exchange land owned
by the City at Placer Street and Buenaventura Boulevard for land being
acquired by FHK Company on Rio Drive. Mr. Perry indicated that both
properties have been appraised. He noted that the City's parcel is slightly
more valuable than the FHK parcel; and in order to equalize the values, FHK
will need to add cash to an exchange. Mr. Perry asked if Council wished to
proceed with an exchange of property.
Council Member Arness expressed concern about what can be built on "C-1-F"
property. He asked if there is a need for a hotel in the area to compliment
the Convention Center.
Mr. Perry said they have all dreamed that someday Redding would have a
headquarters hotel to attract larger conventions to the community. He
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indicated that this property is classified as Highway Commercial and he
reviewed the variety of uses the zoning will allow.
Council Member Arness conveyed that he favors placing the City-owned property
up for bid; however, he would like to protect the public interest in this land
mass.
Council Member Moss said there is more public interest in owning property on
the River next to Benton Ranch than property on Placer Street.
Council Member Buffum supported Council Member Moss' statement. She opined
that the City is almost into private competition by owning property on Placer
Street; whereas, Benton Ranch is more of a community use.
City Manager Christofferson said another alternative is to sell the property
because the City is more in need of cash than land. The final sales price
could be more than that indicated by the appraiser; however, Council would
still have the option to swap land if the deal did not work out.
Council Member Moss said he could agree with that; however, the City has been
willing to sell this property for 15 years and it has not sold.
Mr. Christofferson noted that it has not been actively marketed; and if it
was, there might be a different picture.
Council Member Buffum stated that if the property was that hot of an item, it
would have generated more interest in the past. She supported proceeding with
the property exchange.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
refer the exchange of City owned property on Placer Street and Buenaventura
Boulevard for property owned by FHK Company on Rio Drive to the Planning
Commission for an environmental determination, and to the City Attorney's
office to develop an agreement on the property exchange for Council's
consideration.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
RESOLUTION
- General Plan Amendments Previously Approved
(G-030-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recommended that a
resolution adopting general plan amendments previously approved by City
Council be adopted.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Resolution No. 91-296 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by adopting the
following general plan amendments: (1) General Plan Amendment GPA-10-90, by
Mercy Medical Center (Highway 299 & Old Oregon Trail); (2) General Plan
Amendment GPA-18-90, by Brian Burk (Airport Road); (3) General Plan Amendment
GPA-1-91, by W-4 Ltd. (Highway 273 and Caterpillar Road), and (4) General Plan
Amendment GPA-6-91, by Eagle Development (East end of Saturn Skyway).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Fulton
Resolution No. 91-296 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ANNEXATION 90-4
- Old Oregon Trail (Northeast corner of Rancho Road and Old
Oregon Trail)
(A-150-226)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Annexation
Request 90-4 is an uninhabited annexation consisting of one undeveloped 483.60
acre parcel. Staff recognized that the recording of Annexation 90-4 would
create a County island in the area between Goodwater Avenue and Old Oregon
Trail, north of Rancho Road. Staff surveyed the island area in the hope of
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expanding the boundaries of the annexation; however, the results of the survey
indicate a high degree of opposition to annexation.
Mr. Perry recalled that on May 7, 1991, Council sought the direction of the
Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) prior to taking action on Annexation
90-4. In a letter dated June 28, 1991, LAFCO Chairman Mack states that LAFCO
"policies discourage, and LAFCO will not favorably consider, applications with
boundaries that result in islands, corridors or peninsulas of incorporated or
unincorporated territory or otherwise cause or further the distortion of
existing boundaries." It is, therefore, recommended that this annexation not
be pursued.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
deny Annexation Request 90-4, Old Oregon Trail. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
with Council Member Fulton absent.
CENTRAL VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ANNEXATION
(A-150-237)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the Central
Valley Fire Protection District (CVFPD) has submitted an annexation
application to the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) comprised of
1,600 acres. The annexation request encroaches into the northern region of
the Redding Sphere of Influence, and the City's proposed Annexation 90-15,
Tierra Oaks, is in this area and comprises 720 acres.
It is the opinion of staff that opposition to this annexation is necessary to
protect Redding's Sphere of Influence. The City is in a better position to
serve the present and future fire protection needs of the area, and long-range
plans for the area anticipate another fire station in the area. Mr. Perry
noted that staff sent a letter to the applicants of Annexation 90-15 asking
them to withdraw their support for the CVFPD annexation. It is recommended
that the annexation be opposed.
Council Member Moss suggested that Council oppose this annexation. He noted
that he and Mayor Dahl have attempted to negotiate with the County on the
annexation property tax exchange agreement, but to no avail. He indicated
that they will be meeting again on this and other issues.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
oppose the annexation of property into the Central Valley Fire Protection
District and authorize the Mayor to send a letter to Shasta LAFCO stating
same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
Council Member Moss questioned who is currently serving that area.
Fire Chief Bailey stated that the City does not respond to that area. The
Central Valley Fire Protection District responds to that area in agreement
with the California Department of Forestry in exchange for dispatching
services.
SHASTA VIEW DRIVE EXTENSION
- Request by Nolan Brewer
(S-100-614)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Nolan Brewer
requested an additional contribution from the City toward the construction of
Shasta View Drive. On May 21, 1991, Council referred the request to a Council
subcommittee. Mr. Perry noted that the City's current commitment is in the
amount of $30,000, and Mr. Brewer has requested the City increase its
contribution to $105,000. It is the recommendation of staff to maintain the
City's current contribution in the amount of $30,000.
Council Member Arness recalled that Mr. Brewer raised two issues--sharing the
cost of extending Shasta View Drive and if there will, or will not be, an
airport there. On the issue of compensation, Council Member Arness agreed
with staff. He added that the Airports Commission has prepared a tentative
report on the Airport matter.
Council Member Moss noted the Commission has accepted the interim report, and
he opined that the recommendation from the Airports Commission is something
Council is probably not going to want to live with. The recommendation is to
continue to protect the airport while attempting to work with the County to
establish another airport out of town. For several reasons, that is not
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acceptable because it is not apt to happen and property owners are being
financially impacted.
Council Member Buffum asked if the Airports Commission elaborated on the
reasons for their conclusion.
Council Member Moss opined that they are doing what Airports Commissions do--
protecting the airport.
Mayor Dahl questioned when Council will be considering the Airports Commission
report on the Enterprise Skypark. He asked City Manager Christofferson to
convey to the Airports Commission that Council would like to receive the
report in a timely manner.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
maintain the City's contribution to the extension of Shasta View Drive at
$30,000. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT
(A-050-250)
Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through June 1991
for the following work areas: (1) annexations; (2) planning and zoning; (3)
building and population; (4) landscape design; (5) housing assistance; (6)
Redevelopment Agency; and (7) Cable. This was an information item and no
action was required.
SOUTH BONNYVIEW/INTERSTATE 5 INTERCHANGE
(T-080-500 & T-080-400 & S-050-100)
Public Works Director Galusha recalled that upon completion of the I-5
Corridor Study by Wilbur Smith Associates, Council directed staff to work with
Caltrans to complete the Project Study Reports (PSR) for inclusion in the
State Transportation Improvement Program. Caltrans completed the PSR for the
South Bonnyview/I-5 Interchange, and the projected cost in 1991 dollars is
$11.4 million. Caltrans' estimate is double construction cost estimates for
the traffic impact fee program and expanded redevelopment area project list.
Mr. Galusha indicated that this interchange is the number one priority
project, and the earliest construction could occur is in the 1997-98 fiscal
year.
Mr. Galusha indicated that there is no guarantee of State funding; however,
the higher the local support, the greater the chance of State funding. Staff
is concerned about the potential for underestimation of the cost of projects
and is reviewing the City traffic model and street master plan. This will be
used as the basis to adjust, if necessary, the City-wide traffic impact fee,
and staff will forward the updates on the traffic model and street master plan
to Council as they become available. Mr. Galusha recommended that Council
accept the PSR, and staff will continue to work with Caltrans on the pursuit
of funding for this project.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
accept the Project Study Report for the South Bonnyview/Interstate 5
Interchange. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member Fulton absent.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Holiday Quality Foods #50 (North State Grocery, Inc.)
813 Market Street
Szechuan Restaurant (Thich, Cindy V. and Tran, Cau Q. & Huy Q.)
2257 Hilltop Drive
Rusty Nail (Marsh, Clarence M. & Lois D.)
900 Dana Drive, Suite 26
Thunderbird Lounge Squire Room (Gunari Revocable Living Trust)
1336 Tehama Street
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 8:30 p.m., Mayor Dahl
adjourned the meeting.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk