HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1991-09-031
9/3/91
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
September 3, 1991 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Tom Wood, General Manager of KVIP Radio.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council
Members present: Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry,
City Attorney Hays, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry,
Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric Utility Lindley, Chief
of Police Blankenship, Director of Community Services Gorman, Director of
Finance Downing, Principal Planner Keaney, Director of General Services
Masingale, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of Information
Systems Kelley, Director of Personnel Bristow, Senior Planner King,
Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Associate Planner Morgon, Assistant Planner
Manuel, Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council
Moscatello.
RESOLUTION
- 1989-90 Employees of the Year
(P-100-200)
Mayor Dahl stated that the Judging Committee for the Public Service and
Productivity Award Program recommended that Police Corporals Peter Hansen and
John Hawkins receive the 1989/90 Employees of the Year Award. Mayor Dahl
conveyed that Officers Hansen and Hawkins developed a bicycle enforcement
team, coordinated and developed a training program, developed departmental
polices, and actively executed the program.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton,
that Resolution No. 91-367 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding recognizing "Employees of the Year," Police Officers Peter
Hansen and John Hawkins, for fiscal year 1989-90 in the City's Public Service
and Productivity Award Program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-367 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
On behalf of City Council, Mayor Dahl congratulated Officers Hansen and
Hawkins and presented each of them with a plaque.
RESOLUTION
- 1990/91 Employee of the Year
(P-100-200)
Mayor Dahl stated that the Judging Committee for the Public Service and
Productivity Award Program recommended that Electric Utility Troubleman Dennis
Howell receive the 1990/91 Employee of the Year Award. Mayor Dahl stated that
Mr. Howell suggested that addresses and street names be placed on temporary
meter poles for easy identification.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton,
that Resolution No. 91-368 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding recognizing "Employees of the Year," Electric Utility
Troubleman Dennis Howell, for fiscal year 1990/91 in the City's Public Service
and Productivity Award Program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-368 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
On behalf of City Council, Mayor Dahl congratulated Dennis Howell and
presented him with a plaque.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 04, check numbers 172758
through 173327 inclusive, in the amount of $5,133,809.23, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 04, check numbers 322129 through 322941
inclusive, in the amount of $909,022.37, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the
amount of $224,792.55, for the period August 04, 1991, through August 17,
1991, be approved.
TOTAL: $6,267,624.15
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Legal Services
* (B-130-070 & L-100 & E-120-900)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 91-369
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 13th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253
appropriating $40,000 for the City's participation in the cost-sharing
arrangement for legal expenses in City of Santa Clara v. James D. Watkins.
Resolution
- Contract with D.H. Scott & Company for Audit Services
(F-205 & F-205-150-075)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 91-370
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the Agreement for professional services between the City of Redding and D.H.
Scott & Company, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. The Agreement is for
a term of three years commencing upon execution by the Mayor of the City, or
designee, and by the Auditor, and shall continue until delivery of the final
reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1993. The contract is in the
amount of $41,300 for fiscal year ending June 30, 1991; $42,800 for fiscal
year ending June 30, 1992; and $44,300 for fiscal year ending June 30, 1993.
Financial Advisory Services
- 1915 Act Assessment District Bond Issues
(A-170)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Council authorize
staff to solicit competitive proposals for financial advisory services for the
issuance of debt utilizing the competitive bid process for 1915 Act assessment
district bond issues.
Set Public Hearing
- re 1991 Community Development Block Grantee Performance
Report
(G-100-030-036)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that a public hearing be set
for 7:00 p.m., September 17, 1991, to consider the 1991 Community Development
Block Grantee Performance Report.
Assembly Bill 350
(L-040-300 & B-080-385)
It is the recommendation of the River and Waterways Commission that City
Council support AB350, the California River Riparian Parkway Act, and
authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support to Governor Pete Wilson.
Resolution
- Agreement re Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project
Amendment
(R-030-050 & R-030-150-651)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-371
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the tax increment pass-through Agreement for the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress
Redevelopment Project between the Redding Redevelopment Agency, the City of
Redding, and Shasta County.
Resolution
- Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone
(L-010-075 & E-050-300)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-372
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding certifying
the completion of a Final Environmental Impact Report for the Shasta Metro
Enterprise Zone project (EIR-1-91), and finding that EIR-1-91 adequately
addresses the environmental impacts associated with the project.
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Resolution - Annexation 90-17, Stillwater Treatment Plant
(A-150-239)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-373
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of
application by the City of Redding requesting the Local Agency Formation
Commission to take proceedings for the annexation to the City of Redding of
uninhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 90-17
(Stillwater Treatment Plant).
Resolution
- Annexation 90-18, Power Line Road Area
(A-150-240)
It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-374
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of
application by the City of Redding requesting the Local Agency Formation
Commission to take proceedings for the annexation to the City of Redding of
uninhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 90-18 (Power
Line Road).
It is also recommended that Council make the following findings regarding
Annexation 90-18, Power Line Road Area:
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 June 19, 1991.
Resolution
- Contract with R.W. Beck & Associates;
Resolution
- Authorizing Project Change Orders
(E-090-160-500)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
91-375 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Professional Services Agreement
No. WW-1400-AA1-AZ between the City of Redding and R.W. Beck and Associates to
perform environmental and engineering studies for the Quartz Hill/Keswick
115/12kV Transmission Loop Project, in the amount of $162,300.00.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-376 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to sign
Project Change Orders up to an aggregate not to exceed $16,000 on Professional
Services Agreement No. WW-1400-AA1-AZ between the City of Redding and R.W.
Beck and Associates dated August 26, 1991, for environmental and engineering
studies for the Quartz Hill/Keswick 115/12kV Transmission Loop Project.
Spring Creek Pumped Storage Project
(E-120-070-655)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director to not appeal the
July 17, 1991, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission denial order for the
Spring Creek Pumped Storage Project.
Old City Hall Fountain
(C-050-500)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director to approve the
request of McAllister Plumbing to make improvements to the water fountain at
Old City Hall with the donation of labor and materials by local businesses and
contractors.
Resolution
- Purchase of Ammunition for Police Department
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 91-377 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
the Department of General Services of the State of California to purchase
ammunition in the amount of $17,200 for the Redding Police Department; and
authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate documentation.
Resolution
- Destruction of Documents
(A-050-055-750)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 91-378 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
the destruction of certain documents.
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Resolution - Prohibiting Parking
(P-030-250)
It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that Resolution
No. 91-379 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
prohibiting parking at all times on Victor Avenue from Mistletoe Lane to 500
feet south.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2502, Mistletoe Ditch
(B-050-020 & S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2502, (Job No. 9996-15) Mistletoe Ditch, awarded to Dean Hammond Construction,
be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to
file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $18,052.50.
Resolution
- Contract with Boyle Engineering re Flood Study of Clover Creek
Area
(S-070-300-090)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
380 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Agreement for Professional
Services dated August 26, 1991, between the City of Redding and Boyle
Engineering Corporation in the amount of $16,800 for a Flood Study of the
Clover Creek. The Second Phase Study will consider the feasibility of off-
stream detention of storm waters.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2519, Hawn Avenue Storm Drain Improvement
Project
(B-050-020 & B-130-070 & S-070-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2519 (Job No. 9009) Hawn Avenue Storm Drain Improvement Project, be awarded to
the low bidder, Hardrock & Cox, in the amount of $43,210; and that an
additional $6,790 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection
fees, and $5,000 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for
a total of $54,000. Funds in the amount of $48,000 were budgeted for this
project through the storm drain tax fund, and it is recommended that an
additional $6,000 be appropriated.
It is, therefore, recommended that Resolution No. 91-381 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting
the 14th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating an
additional $6,000 for the Hawn Avenue Storm Drain Improvement Project.
Acceptance of Final Map
- River Park Highlands, Units 5 and 6 (East of Quartz
Hill Road and north of Benton Drive on River Park Drive)
(S-100-654)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for
River Park Highlands (S-9-88) Units 5 and 6, developed by Redding Woodcrest
Investors, Ltd., 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. 2520, Landscape Modifications on Hilltop Drive
at St. Thomas Parkway
(B-050-020 & A-170-075-002)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2520 (Job No. 9500-95) landscape modifications, be awarded to the low bidder,
Douglas W. Major of Redding, in the amount of $21,229.55; and that an
additional $2,770.45 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and
inspection fees and $2,000 be approved to cover contract change orders, for a
total of $26,000. Funds for this project will be allocated from the Minor
Streets fund and the 1991-92 Street budget.
Twin View/Mountain View Realignment
(S-070-100)
It is the recommendation of staff to work with Sharrah Dunlap & Associates,
representing the owners of an approved tentative subdivision map on a parcel
behind Self Service Furniture, to realign the Twinview/Mt. View intersection
to the east and set aside property for the street relocation, direct staff to
firm up the $55,000 estimate to pay for realignment expenses above the cost of
the developer's approved plan, and return to City Council for consideration of
a budget amendment.
Resolution
- Street Closures for Ducky Derby
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(T-080 & L-010-390-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91-
382 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
prohibiting vehicular traffic on certain streets for the Rotary Clubs of
Northern California
Second Annual Ducky Derby, an all-day family event to be held on Saturday,
September 21, 1991, from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Lake Redding and Caldwell
Parks, and the Public Works and Police Departments assist in the
barricading/posting of streets and traffic control.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 91-369, 91-370, 91-371, 91-372, 91-373, 91-374, 91-375, 91-
376, 91-377, 91-378, 91-379, 91-380, 91-381, and 91-382 are on file in the
office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from Nolan Brewer
(G-030-010)
A letter was received from Nolan Brewer requesting City Council to make a
decision on General Plan Amendment Application GPA-3-90, a request to
reclassify property north of the Enterprise Skypark from "Residential, 0.5
unit per acre, "Airport Service," and "Greenway" to "Residential, 3.0 units
per acre."
Mayor Dahl recalled that this matter was referred to the Airports Commission
to consider land-use compatibility of the Enterprise Skypark and to determine
public interest in maintaining and protecting the land use of that area. He
noted that staff recommended that the Airports Commission's report be referred
back to the Planning Commission.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
refer the Airports Commission report on General Plan Amendment Application
GPA-3-90, to the Planning Commission for review. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Abandonment Application A-3-91, by Kevin Broderick and
Thomas Taylor (2000 & 2010 Rosaline Avenue west of West Street)
(A-010-100)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
A-3-91.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated August 27, 1991
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning
Commission recommended approval to abandon a 60-foot by 252.82-foot portion of
old right-of-way of Rosaline Avenue. Mr. Perry stated that Rosaline Avenue
has been realigned to the south; therefore, staff also recommends that the
abandonment be approved. He explained that the north half of the right-of-way
will revert to the applicant and the south half of the right-of-way will
revert to the City. Mr. Perry added that the south side is a drainage
easement and slope.
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
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
3-91:
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 Redding Planning Commission
on July 9, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Resolution No. 91-383 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a 60' by 252.82'
portion of the Rosaline Avenue right-of-way adjacent to 2000 and 2010 Rosaline
Avenue (A-3-91).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-383 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-11-91, by TRIOND (2963 Robert
Court)
(G-030-010)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
GPA-11-91.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated September 3, 1991
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the Planning
Commission recommended approval of a request to reclassify property at 2963
Robert Court from "Residential 12.0, units per acre" to "Retail." The purpose
of the amendment is to accommodate a proposed expansion of the existing Food &
Liquor convenience store. The applicant desires to acquire an adjoining City-
owned parcel for the purpose of relocating a driveway and improving on-site
delivery. The City-owned parcel is classified "Residential, 4.0 units per
acre" and was acquired to accommodate the future realignment of Victor Avenue.
It is not realistic to develop this property as residential; and this parcel
and others along Victor Avenue should be sold to adjoining parcel owners to
expand existing development or add more useable area to the parcels.
It is the recommendation of staff to expand the boundaries of General Plan
Amendment Application GPA-11-91 to include the adjoining City-owned parcel and
refer GPA-11-91, by TRIOND, back to the Planning Commission.
Dwayne Miller, 2846 East Street, Anderson, representing TRIOND, offered to
answer any questions on this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
expand the boundaries of General Plan Amendment Application GPA-11-91 to
include the City-owned parcel (APN-067-370-28) and refer the matter back to
the Planning Commission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- re Appeal of Denial of Amendment to Tentative
Subdivision Map S-17-89, by Frank Wilson (Knollcrest Subdivision)
(S-100-395)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
the Appeal of Denial of Amendment to Tentative Subdivision Map S-17-89.
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 August 9, 1991
Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the applicant,
Frank Wilson, has withdrawn the appeal. Therefore, there is no action to be
taken on this matter.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Draft Tree Preservation Ordinance
(A-050-220-075)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
the draft Tree Preservation Ordinance.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated August 27, 1991
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that protests were received.
Assistant Planner Manuel reviewed the Report to City Council dated August 27,
1991, which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Manuel stated that the
Planning Commission referred two ordinance versions to Council, a "stand
alone" tree ordinance which regulates only preservation of trees and an
ordinance that would make certain changes in the grading ordinance in the
effort to preserve trees. The Commission made no specific recommendations to
Council on which ordinance would be appropriate to adopt. He conveyed that
the Builders Exchange also submitted an ordinance to staff, staff has
summarized and responded to those comments, and those comments have been
submitted to Council.
Mayor Dahl suggested that Council take public input, close the public hearing,
and bring this issue back for a decision at the next City Council meeting.
Egon Harrasser, 3445 Sunset Drive, stated that he is a member of the Shasta
Tree Committee. Mr. Harrasser stated that Redding is a desirable area in
which to live, the area is growing, and it is essential for the City to adopt
a strong stand alone tree ordinance. Trees provide shade, oxygen, wildlife
habitat, wind protection, and preserve energy. He pointed out that if AB54
passes, cities will be directed to establish some type of a tree ordinance in
1994. Mr. Harrasser expressed hope that Redding will take a leadership role
and not wait. He conveyed his support for a stand alone tree ordinance with
recommendations as stated in the letter from the Shasta Tree Committee.
Warren Lytle, 2944 Quartz Hill Road, member of the Shasta Tree Committee,
stated that the Tree Committee wants this City to be as nice a place to live
in the future as it is today. The Committee does not want to stop growth;
however, they do want to retain that which brought them here. Although tree
protection will increase the cost of houses, the argument that it will exclude
buyers from the housing market is not viable. He explained that land with
trees is considered more valuable, and it does not make sense to cut down
trees that are already adapted to the environment and replace them with trees
that must be coddled.
Marlys Richman, PO Box 5236, Cottonwood, President of the Shasta Chapter of
the California Native Plant Society, stated that the Plant Society supports
the stand-alone tree preservation ordinance and concurs with its statement of
purpose and intent. The ordinance sets out definitions and guidelines, and it
acknowledges the value of the trees for the well-being of the community.
Molly Wood, 3225 Sunset Drive, stated that she is a Girl Scout Leader. She
introduced the following two Girl Scouts from Troop 28, and conveyed that the
Troop has done Arbor Day projects and Earth Day projects. Ms. Wood expressed
support for the ordinance.
Mariah Kimble, 1020 Redwood Drive, stated that she is in favor of the tree
preservation ordinance. Ms. Kimble stated that the tree preservation law will
build a brighter future for the next generation and make Redding a better
place to live.
Katy Wood, 3225 Sunset Drive, stated that she is in favor of the tree
ordinance. Ms. Wood stated that the tree preservation law will save water
because old trees are more drought resistant than young trees.
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John Carr, PO Box 4224, Redding, stated that he is appearing on behalf of the
Sacramento River Council. Mr. Carr requested that Council adopt a stand alone
tree protection ordinance, that penalties for unauthorized tree removal be as
stiff as possible, and fines be equal to the appraised values of the trees
illegally cut down. The replacement requirement should be three new trees for
each one removed, and incentives to keep trees smaller than six inches in
diameter from being destroyed should be created. Mr. Carr noted that the laws
are not for everyone--about 50% of the builders and developers can be trusted
and 50% must be watched. He said this is the nature of human beings. Mr.
Carr
conveyed that the community and its leaders must have a vision, and it is not
a matter of how much it is going to cost along the way.
Gene Clark, 15236 Diggins Way, stated that everyone is aware of the value of
trees, and trees are for everyone. Mr. Clark read a quote that outlined tree
regulations 2000 years ago in China, and told a story about a large tree that
was vandalized and the public interest that it generated. He urged Council to
establish a stand alone tree ordinance and make Redding a city of trees,
trails, and tranquility.
Sue Asbill, 3665 Alturas, stated that she was on the Recreation and Parks
Commission for 17 years. She noted that retired Council Member Gard and she
changed the tree ordinance many years ago, and she saw the City begin to care
about its trees. Ms. Asbill urged Council to continue to care about trees and
adopt a stand alone tree ordinance.
Pat Roche, 4045 Meander Drive, stated that he is on the Shasta Tree Committee.
Mr. Roche pointed out that the tree ordinance will cost the developers, the
homeowners, and the City money. He conveyed that the Committee was careful
not to impose the ordinance on people's rights on their own property; however,
there should be restraints on commercial and industrial development. Mr.
Roche stated that the recommendations of the Builders Exchange weaken the
ordinance and make it difficult to enforce. Although he empathizes with the
problems of the Builders Exchange, a stand alone tree ordinance should be
adopted.
Randy Hauser stated that he is a planning consultant. Mr. Hauser stated that
what the Committee has asked for and suggested are very reasonable and
accommodating to the development community. Mr. Hauser expressed support for
the stand alone tree ordinance. He pointed out that communities which are
stable, economically viable, and enjoyable are dependent on trees; and there
is a correlation between real estate values and trees. Mr. Hauser explained
that Council can continue to build on the economic benefit of trees by
including a component for canopy infrastructure when structuring redevelopment
districts, identifying ecological dependencies within the community, and
establishing priorities of the types of vegetation to be protected.
Peter Rude, 2243 Widlow, stated that whether the builder pays up-front or the
homebuyer pays over the next several years, the cost will essentially be the
same. Mr. Rude conveyed that the backyard of his new home was stripped of
soil, and it will cost approximately $3000 to bring in trees and soil. The
disadvantage of planting trees, rather than preserving trees, is that he will
have to wait five to seven years to receive significant shade. Mr. Rude
expressed support for the tree ordinance.
Karla Dayton stated that she is speaking on behalf of Heidi Hatcher, Director
of the Whiskeytown Environmental School. Ms. Hatcher states that wildlands
are more than just 5-acre parcels, wildlands are also small backyard areas
that are left undeveloped. She asked Council to consider preserving trees to
maintain adequate wildlife habitat and migratory zones. Ms. Hatcher commended
the City for trying to establish a greenbelt around the City by the year 2050;
but in addition, she encouraged the establishment of corridors of wildlife
habitat connecting the greenbelt. Ms. Hatcher also conveyed that, should a
tree preservation fund be established and land is purchased for trees, she
hopes the City will not fence those areas so wildlife may migrate through.
Karla Dayton, 935 Hallmark Drive, stated that if AB54 passes, cities and
counties will be required to comply with those standards. The major emphasis
of AB54 is to create energy efficiency within our cities by maintaining tree
habitat. Ms. Dayton referenced a document from the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection Urban Forestry Program which outlined a number of
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recommendations for a tree ordinance: building shade over a five-year period
of time; setting goals for regenerating urban wetlands, preparing an
assessment of current trees, and setting goals for the future. Ms. Dayton
requested that trees greater than six inches in diameter be protected and that
more be done to encourage younger trees to grow. She pointed out that fines
and penalties need to be as stiff as necessary to stop the destruction of
trees. Ms. Dayton stated that the City should write a model tree preservation
ordinance rather than let the State legislature dictate it to us.
Steve Callan, Department of Fish and Game (DFG), stated that DFG will submit a
letter to Council in support of the tree ordinance. Mr. Callan commended the
Planning Department for their work on the tree ordinance. He conveyed that in
his law enforcement capacity for DFG, it is very frustrating to receive calls
from people whose neighborhoods are being destroyed when large expanses of
trees are leveled. Noting that DFG has no authority unless the trees are in a
floodplain or stream, he hoped that Council would take this opportunity to
construct a good, enforceable law to protect the trees that we have.
Rick Russell stated that he is a certified arborist and is in favor of the
stand alone tree preservation ordinance. Mr. Russell expressed some doubts
about Section 18.65.150 of the stand alone tree ordinance which provides for
the receipt of monies to be utilized for the acquisition of property. He
stated that this funding should be utilized to steward, plant, and maintain
trees that the City already has under its care.
Kent Dagg, 20243 East Margarita, Executive Director of the Shasta Builders
Exchange, took exception to the statement that 50% of the contractors cannot
be trusted. Mr. Dagg indicated that there are over 700 contractors that are
members of the Shasta Builders Exchange, and he finds this statement hard to
believe. He pointed out that the Exchange supported the requirement to place
additional trees in commercial parking lots and stricter requirements for
trees on new lots.
Mr. Dagg explained that many elements of the stand alone policy are already
being addressed by City Planning staff. Mr. Dagg cautioned Council not to
move too fast, and he quoted staff's statement that the majority of tree
ordinances are rigid, time consuming, and expensive to administer. Mr. Dagg
suggested there is an acceptable trade off between a level of tree protection
which can be obtained by adherence to a policy as opposed to an
administratively burdensome and expensive regulatory approach. Mr. Dagg said
the community does not need another layer of bureaucracy. It is the
recommendation of the Builders Exchange to establish a City Council policy to
preserve trees.
Jim Elkins, 3060 Montebello Drive, stated that there is a substantial amount
of common ground between the Shasta Builders Exchange and the Shasta Tree
Committee--it was on the specifics where they failed to agree. Mr. Elkins
conveyed that the stand alone version is unfair and expensive, and the
projected increase in staff to implement the ordinance is too low. Mr. Elkins
stated that most work done on a tree's dripline do not damage the tree, and
the provision about no use or storage of materials in the dripline is not
fair.
Mr. Elkins stated that it is necessary to grade the lots in order to provide
drainage to the street; and when streets are graded, contractors need some
place to put that material. The Builders Exchange recommends exempting the
"building envelope" from the ordinance. All the trees in a "building
envelope" would not necessarily be removed, but they would be excluded from
the permit process. Mr. Elkins stated that the ordinance penalizes the owner
of property with many trees. If there are 15 trees on the property and five
of those trees are on the building site, not only does the property owner bear
the expense of removing the trees, but they bear the cost of replacing those
trees even though there may be ten trees left on the property. Mr. Elkins
stated that a tree preservation policy with strict enforcement will be
adequate to preserve the trees in Redding.
Sam Nelson conveyed that he is a contractor who clears property for
developers. He conveyed that he is for trees, but he is against a rigid
ordinance. Mr. Nelson said the City has come a long way in the last ten years
to address the importance of trees, but the City has not gone far enough. He
conveyed that a standard set of conditions now applies to every subdivision
and only trees in the right-of-way may be removed unless specific permission
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is given, grading is being limited to the right-of-way, and if the grading
falls off more than 8%, stem wall construction is required.
Mr. Nelson stated that different planners have different ways of addressing
the same issue, and there must be consistency in applying the standards. A
clearly stated policy by City Council is necessary. Mr. Nelson suggested that
all trees of significant size be identified before the actual improvement
plans are drawn. He pointed out that it is not that developers are not
willing to save the trees; but, they have not been willing to spend enough
money upfront to identify the trees and set them on property lines or place
them in such a way as to avoid the fill or cut part of the grading. Mr.
Nelson pointed out that the problems seen in subdivisions now are the result
of past planning, and he questioned if the conditions of a subdivision can be
changed.
Barbara Shaw, 3645 Riverview Drive, questioned if the Public Works Department
will also comply with the tree ordinance. Noting that the tree ordinance is
in
the draft stage, Ms. Shaw asked why the City is assessing a contractor who has
apparently erred in what he did with a $1000 fine and replacement of trees.
She said this is not a law yet.
Mike Brayton, 1855 Edgewood Drive, stated that a goal of the Redding Housing
Element is to bring affordable housing to the City's residents. Mr. Brayton
conveyed that the housing inventory is almost twice what it was last year, and
sales are 54% of what they were last year. He noted that houses are not being
sold to Redding residents, they are being sold to people coming from out of
the area. He stated that most people in Redding cannot afford a $100,000
house, and affordable housing is not being built. If Council continues to
place fees and costs on the new homebuyer, our children will not have the
opportunity to purchase a home.
Don D. Davis, 10770 French Creek Road, a local developer, referenced the tree
cutting in the Quail Ridge Subdivision and conveyed that it was not
economically feasible to build the project as they would have liked. He
explained that a high-lot density was necessary to create a market of
affordable housing, and the first escrow that closed on a house was $43,000.
Mr. Davis stated that he was adamant about leaving the River Ridge Park
Highlands Subdivision as natural as possible. It cost him an additional
$38,000 to not strip the land of trees and another $18,000 to trim the
manzanita. Because he saved the trees, the sewers were too deep and the
Public Works Department required him to redesign the streets, and that cost an
additional $27,000. The streets were cut deeper, which caused the driveway
slopes to be too steep, and in order to get the building permits, the houses
had to be re-engineered at a cost of $12,000. Further grading and additional
engineering cost $27,000. Mr. Davis said it cost a total of $122,800 on the
first 52 lots to save the trees and manzanita. He explained that the City
inspector would not final two houses because the Fire Marshall determined that
the manzanita was too close to the house and his project manager then cleared
the manzanita. Mr. Davis explained that this is a complicated issue that also
involves the Fire Marshall, the Public Works Department, the building
inspectors, engineering and driveway slopes.
Jim Graves, 3712 Sunflower Drive, local developer, conveyed that he will pass
the costs through to the consumer. Mr. Graves questioned if another ordinance
is really needed. He conveyed that developers are responsible adults, and
they are trying to do the right thing. This is an educational process, and
developers are working with staff, City Council, and the Department of Fish
and Game. He pointed out that if more levels of bureaucracy are created,
mediocrity will be encouraged. Mr. Graves recommended that City Council adopt
a tree preservation policy.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness recalled that at one time, water was allowed to run
overland, but now drainage is being controlled. He asked if the risks
involved and the laws about drainage should be looked at in order to help save
some trees. He questioned how much damage water runing overland would do
compared to the cost of engineering, removing trees, and grading. Council
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Member Arness conveyed that he supports some kind of a program, but he is
concerned about another level of bureaucracy.
Council Member Buffum noted that this is a good example of how a community can
work together with opposing viewpoints. She complimented all the people that
have worked on this.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton,
to bring the matter of Tree Preservation back to the City Council meeting of
September 17, 1991, for a decision. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RECESS
At the hour of 8:50 p.m., Mayor Dahl declared the meeting in recess.
At the hour of 8:56 p.m., Mayor Dahl reconvened the meeting.
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PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 16, Blossom Park
Subdivision
(A-170-075-016)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re
Landscape Maintenance District No. 16.
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 August 27, 1991
Assistant City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that on August 20,
1991, City Council undertook steps to formulate a landscape maintenance
district in conjunction with the development of Blossom Park Subdivision and
approved the Engineer's Report proposing a $0.00 per lot per year assessment
to maintain those improvements. It is the recommendation of staff to levy the
assessment for Fiscal Year 1992/93.
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
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that Resolution No. 91-384 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding levying an assessment in the amount of $0.00 on City of
Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 16 for Fiscal Year 1992/93. Voting
was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-384 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ENTERPRISE ZONE POLICY ADVISORY BOARD
(E-050-300)
Mayor Dahl requested that Assistant City Manager Sam McMurry be appointed to
the Enterprise Zone Policy Advisory Board.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Assistant City Manager McMurry be appointed to the Enterprise Zone Policy
Advisory Board. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 1967
- Economic Development Corporation
(B-080-150)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1967 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that Ordinance No. 1967 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Section 2.73.010 of the Redding Municipal Code
pertaining to the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1967 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 1968
- Rezoning Application RZ-20-90, by Azi Barzin (1550
Collyer Drive)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1968 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Ordinance No. 1968 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to
the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding (RZ-20-90)
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1968 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REDDING POWER SITE
- Report by Dreyfuss & Blackford
(E-120-700 & C-050-100-040 & S-020-650)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that Council commissioned Dreyfuss and
Blackford to address the potential of locating additional power generating
equipment, a solid waste transfer station, and the Corporation Yard on the
Redding Power site. A copy of the Redding Power Site Feasibility Study dated
September 3, 1991, was submitted to Council.
John Webber, Dreyfuss and Blackford, reviewed the Redding Power Site
Feasibility Study which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Webber
stated that the location of the Transfer Station at the Redding Power Site is
desirable because of access and its general location within the transportation
network to the County Landfill. He explained that the Redding Power Site is
forty acres and the Transfer Station requires twenty acres. He suggested that
the City enter into an agreement with Shasta County to develop the parcel of
land to the south of the Power Plant as the Transfer Station.
Mr. Webber stated that locating the Corporation Yard at the Redding Power Site
is not desirable. Given the configuration of the site and the location of its
buildings, any design for a Corporation Yard on this site will be
operationally inefficient. The site has access problems and is not well
located to serve the City's population. He recommended that the City confirm
the Viking Way property for the site of the new Corporation Yard. Mr. Webber
noted that the Redding Power Site can provide additional yard storage for the
Electrical Department. This would allow the City to defer building the new
Electric Department portion of the Corporation Yard until a later phase. Mr.
Webber explained that the first phase of the Corporation Yard would include
most of the Corporation Yard space, the second phase would include the
Electric Department Corporation Yard, and the third phase would include
storage space for the Museum, Police and Fire Departments.
In response to Mayor Dahl's questions, Mr. Webber stated that the buildings at
the Redding Power Site could be modified for interim storage space for the
Museum, Police, and Fire Departments.
Council Member Moss noted that the saw mill building is in excellent
condition, and it may be useful someday. He questioned if those buildings may
be worth keeping. Mr. Webber stated that the buildings are a valuable asset;
and once modified, the buildings could be used for warehouse space.
Council Member Moss made a motion to eliminate the Eastside Road site as a
potential transfer station site.
In response to Council Member Buffum's question, City Attorney Hays advised
Council Member Buffum to abstain from voting on the transfer station site
because the Eastside Road site is still being considered.
Council Member Arness questioned if Council Member Moss's motion was
appropriate at this time. He took exception to the Report's conclusion that
the Redding Power Site is a near-perfect site for the transfer station. He
explained that the transfer station is used by the community a lot, and
putting the transfer station further from town may not do the community a
favor. Noting that the cost of off-site improvements at the Corporation Yard
must be borne upfront, Council Member Arness questioned how deferring the
Electric Department's phase will affect other participants in the Corporation
Yard.
In response to Council Member Fulton's question, Council Member Arness stated
that the closer the transfer station is to town, the more money the
sanitation utility will save. He pointed out that the transfer station study
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reports prepared by staff and the consultant focused on the right place for
the transfer station.
City Attorney Hays advised that it would not be appropriate to take action on
the elimination of the Eastside Road site for the transfer station at this
time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
direct staff to make further investigation into the availability of the
County-owned site next to the Redding Power site for a solid waste transfer
station, undertake soil testing, and present a report on the general
feasibility of that site. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Council Member
Buffum abstaining
Planning Director Perry questioned if Council wished to continue development
of the schematic plans for the Corporation Yard without the Electric
Department on Viking Way. Mr. Perry noted that the Electric Department phase
of the Corporation Yard could come back under separate contract.
In response to Council Member Fulton's question, Mr. Perry stated that the
Corporation Yard would then include General Services, the warehouse, a repair
shop for vehicles, Public Works' sewer, streets, and water crews and the Parks
Department.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
proceed with the development of the schematic design of the Corporation Yard
on Viking Way without the Electric Department or storage space for the Museum
and Police Departments. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mr. Perry stated that staff will modify the contract and bring it back for
Council approval.
RESOLUTION
- Memorandum of Understanding re Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone
(E-050-300)
Assistant City Manager McMurry recalled that Council approved a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) between the County of Shasta, the City of Anderson, the
Economic Development Corporation, and the City of Redding pertaining to the
Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone. As the application for enterprise zone status
developed, it was apparent that the Private Industry Council (PIC) was a key
player in the application and planning process. Conditional designation of
enterprise zone status has been awarded, and PIC will continue to play an
active role. It is, therefore, recommended that the MOU be amended to include
a PIC representative on the Enterprise Zone Policy Board.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton,
that Resolution No. 91-385 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Amendment
to Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Shasta, the City of
Redding, the City of Anderson, and the Economic Development Corporation of
Shasta County to include a representative from the Private Industry Council on
the Enterprise Zone Policy Board.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-385 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- General Plan Amendments Previously Approved
(G-030-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a resolution to
adopt general plan amendments approved by City Council over the last several
months. It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Resolution No. 91-386 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by adopting
General Plan Amendment GPA-2-90 by Peggy Kesterson (Old Alturas Road); General
Plan Amendment GPA-5-91 by Broderick & Taylor (2000 & 2010 Rosaline Avenue);
General Plan Amendment GPA-7-91 by City of Redding (amending the Land Use
Element); General Plan Amendment GPA-8-91 by City of Redding (amending
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Recreation Element), and General Plan Amendment GPA-9-91 by City of Redding
(Riverland Drive).
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Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-386 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds for Sacramento River Regulation Signs
* (B-130-070 & R-200-600)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the River and
Waterways Commission recommended that eleven signs be placed along the
Sacramento River within the City limits to remind boaters of the City's
regulations regarding littering, speeding, and the prohibition of jet skis.
Mr. Perry conveyed that the project is unfunded and funds would have to be
appropriated from the General Fund. A verbal quote of $2,500 has been
received for sign construction, and it will cost approximately $800 to install
the signs. It is the recommendation of staff to appropriate the funds for the
river regulation signs.
Council Member Fulton asked how the regulations will be enforced.
Mr. Perry noted that the City does not have a boating patrol; however, the
Police Department can enforce the regulations from the bank. The Shasta
County Sheriffs enforce the Coast Guard rules; and although they may advise
boaters of City regulations, they have indicated that it is not their
responsibility to enforce City regulations. Mr. Perry noted that Council
could appropriate additional funds for equipment and police officers for a
river patrol.
Council Member Arness pointed out that it is expensive to maintain the signs
and there is no enforcement. He expressed opposition to the proposal.
Council Member Buffum explained that this is part of an educational effort.
Some people will see the signs and obey them. She added that the River &
Waterways Commission is looking for private funds to enforce the river
regulations.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-387 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and adopting the 15th Amendment to the City Budget
Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $3,300 for signage along the Sacramento
River within the City limits.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - Arness and Fulton
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-387 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
1991 DRAFT NORTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY AIR QUALITY ATTAINMENT PLAN
(E-020-010)
Senior Planner King submitted the 1991 Draft Air Quality Attainment Plan for
the northern Sacramento Air Basin to City Council. He conveyed that the Plan
involves five air pollution control districts and seven counties. The Plan is
interrelated with the Deficiency Plan of the Congestion Management Plan, the
Transportation Control Measure Plan and the Draft Congestion Management Plan.
Mr. King reviewed the Reports to City Council dated August 12 and August 30,
1991, which are incorporated herein by reference. He explained that this is a
regional effort to prevent the degradation of air quality, and the goal is to
achieve acceptable clean air standards established by the State. Mr. King
indicated that there is a lack of coordination and an overlap of plans with
other counties and cities that should be made consistent. Mr. King outlined
staff's recommendations.
Dave Gibson, 2352 Candlewood, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce,
expressed the Chamber's appreciation for the opportunity to be involved in
this task force. Mr. Gibson stated that the Chamber supports the recommended
program.
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Council Member Arness asked if this program will be adopted.
Mike Kussow, Air Pollution Control Officer for Shasta County, responded yes.
The
first year of the attainment plan is targeted to motor vehicles so there will
be a great emphasis on controlling motor vehicle emissions and sources that
generate motor vehicle traffic. Stationary sources and public education will
also be targeted. He added that there is some pressure from the Air Pollution
Resources Board to maintain the schedules proposed in the draft.
Council Member Buffum asked if an environmental group should be represented on
the advisory task force.
Mr. Kussow stated that environmentalists should be represented. The
participants should be open to communication and an interchange of ideas. He
noted that the task force should be carefully selected to provide a balanced
task force.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, to
(1) authorize the Mayor to forward a letter to the County Air Pollution
Control Board emphasizing the need for formal coordination between the draft
plans and requesting the County's support and recommending that the policy
body should be the County's Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA);
(2) direct the City Attorney to propose a modification to the Memorandum of
Understanding established by the RTPA to include provisions for coordinating
the various plans if the Air Pollution Control Board and RTPA accept Council's
recommendation; (3) request that the RTPA follow through on amending the MOU
and initiate the process shown in the organizational chart; (4) and if the
RTPA cannot accept this responsibility, direct the City Manager to enter into
a contract with a consulting firm experienced in air quality emission
standards to assist staff in meeting the requirements of the Clean Air Act,
and (5) transmit to the County the list of issues and recommendation regarding
the control measures of the draft Attainment Plan, Congestion Management Plan,
and the Transportation Control Measure Plan and request an additional 60-day
delay in submitting the draft Attainment Plan to the State Air Resource Board.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
THIRD BUILDING IN DIESTELHORST LANDING
- Nonprofit Office Park
RESOLUTION
- Receipt of Grant and Appropriating Funds
* (C-070-100 & B-130-070 & G-100)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the conceptual
site plan, floor plan, and building elevations for the third building in the
Nonprofit Office Park. The building would be occupied by the Grant Resource
Center, Big Brothers-Big Sisters, and the Red Cross. Mr. Perry recalled that
the size of the third building was originally 3,400 square feet, and the
McConnell Foundation offered to provide an additional $40,000 to increase the
size of the building to 3,800 square feet so the Grant Resource Center could
be included. It is the recommendation of staff to approve the concept
drawings and accept the additional funds to increase the building size.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
approve the conceptual site plan, floor plan, and building elevations for the
third building at the Diestelhorst Landing Nonprofit Office Park. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-388 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and adopting the 12th Amendment to the City Budget
Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing the receipt of $40,000 from the McConnell
Foundation and appropriating $40,000 for the third building at Diestelhorst
Landing Non-Profit Office Park.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-388 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Annexation 90-16, Viking Way Area
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(A-150-238)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that Annexation 90-16
is an inhabited annexation comprised of 307 acres. The original request was
for 19 acres; however, the area was expanded to make a logical boundary and
avoid creating a County island. The primary reason for the annexation is to
receive City services. The annexation area is within the City's Columbia Area
Plan, and land uses in the area are a mixture of single-family residences,
mobilehomes, and
auto wrecking and salvage yards. Mr. Perry stated that the annexation has
majority support by only a narrow margin, and if a written protest is received
from between 25 and 50 percent of the registered voters at the conducting
authority hearing, an election must be held to determine the fate of the
annexation. It is the recommendation of staff to pursue the annexation.
Mr. Perry noted that this annexation ties in with the City's construction of
streets for the Corporation Yard, and it will solve some of the street
maintenance responsibilities with the County.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Council make the following findings regarding Annexation 90-16:
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 December 26, 1991. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Resolution No. 91-389 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding of application by the City of Redding requesting the Local Agency
Formation Commission to take proceedings for the annexation to the City of
Redding of inhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 90-16
(Viking Way Area).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-389 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Annexation 91-6, Hawley Road Area
(A-150-246)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that this is an
inhabited annexation consisting of 410 acres and is characterized by single-
family residential homes on small and large lots and vacant parcels. The area
represents a pocket within the existing easterly City limit boundary line and
is located within the City's sphere of influence. Mr. Perry stated that the
annexation has majority support by a narrow margin, and if a written protest
is received from between 25 and 50 percent of the registered voters at the
conducting authority hearing, an election must be held to determine the fate
of the annexation. It is the recommendation of staff to pursue the
annexation, including the one additional parcel recommended by the Electric
Department.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Resolution No. 91-390 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding of application by the City of Redding requesting the Local Agency
Formation Commission to take proceedings for the annexation to the City of
Redding of uninhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 91-
6 (Hawley Road).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-390 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE
- by River and Waterways Commission
(B-080-385 & W-030-550)
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Planning and Community Development Director Perry conveyed that the River and
Waterways Commission has been working on the concept of developing a river-
management plan for the Sacramento River and its tributaries. The Commission
intends to survey public opinion regarding river-management issues, and the
Commission will be handing out a draft questionnaire at the Ducky Derby event
in Caldwell Park in September. The results will be used to narrow the focus
of a future questionnaire to be distributed later in a more scientific manner.
This was an information item and no action was required.
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-10-91
- Stetson Subdivision, by Antonio Martinez
(S-100-706)
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to
subdivide 6.32 acres into 14 single-family residential lots and a remainder
parcel, located south of State Highway 299 and College View Drive,
approximately 1,400 feet west of Shasta View Drive, described as Tentative
Subdivision Map S-10-91, Stetson Subdivision. A map of the area and a copy of
the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information
item.
ORDINANCE
- Rezoning Application RZ-5-91, by Broderick and Taylor (2000 and
2010 Rosaline Avenue)
(L-010-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that City Council
approved a request to reclassify property from "R-1" Single-Family Residential
to "R-4-40-F" Multiple Family Residential and "U-F" Unclassified requiring a
site plan review. It is the recommendation of staff to offer the ordinance
for first reading.
Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 1969 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section
18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain
real property in the City of Redding (RZ-5-91).
CHURN CREEK TASK FORCE REPORT
(R-200-100)
Mayor Dahl noted that a copy of the Report of the Churn Creek Task Force was
previously submitted to City Council, and the Churn Creek Task Force would
like to meet with Council. Mayor Dahl asked City Manager Christofferson to
coordinate a joint meeting with the Churn Creek Task Force.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry asked if Council would like
to meet with any of the other Commissions at the same time.
City Council directed staff to coordinate a joint meeting with the City
Council, Churn Creek Task Force, and the River and Waterways Commission to
discuss the Report of the Churn Creek Task Force. The Report will also be
circulated to the Planning Commission and the Recreation and Parks Commission.
Mr. Perry noted that Assistant Planner Kent Manuel put in a considerable
amount of time on this project in conjunction with the Task Force.
RESOLUTION
- Log Storage at Redding Power Site
(C-070-100 & E-120-700)
Electric Utility Director Lindley stated that P&M Cedar Products, Inc. asked
the City to consider leasing a portion of the Redding Power Site for the
storage of logs. When P&M Cedar indicated that arrangements would have to be
finalized by August 23, 1991, staff negotiated an agreement subject to
ratification by City Council. The 6-month agreement provides for P&M Cedar's
use of the truck scale and trailer loader and a 15-acre portion of the site.
Should Council fail to ratify the agreement, the agreement will terminate on
September 15, 1991. Mr. Lindley outlined the terms of the agreement and
pointed out that the terms of the agreement enable the City to offset some of
the costs associated with the Redding power site and provide adequate
protection for the City's ownership interests at the site. It is the
recommendation of staff that Council ratify the agreement with P&M Cedar.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that
Resolution No. 91-391 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving the Agreement dated August 22, 1991, between the City of
Redding and P&M Cedar Products, Inc., for a six-month term commencing August
22, 1991, and terminating on February 22, 1992, to maintain a log-decking
facility and conduct certain other activities incidental thereto at the site
of the Redding Power Plant.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-391 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Miscellaneous Employee Benefit Policies - Vacation
(P-100-050-100 & P-100-300 & P-100-050-070)
Personnel Director Bristow stated that staff is proposing a voluntary vacation
donation program for unrepresented employees as follows: employees donating
vacation hours would do so on the basis of a dollar value by having their
vacation hours converted to dollars and then to the appropriate vacation hour
level for the recipient; employees receiving the voluntary donation of
vacation hours would need to meet the criteria of having exhausted all paid
leave due to injury or illness and not be eligible for long-term disability
benefits; employees could not use this program in conjunction with a worker's
compensation injury, and employees requesting vacation hours would need
approval of the Department Manager, Personnel Director, and City Manager.
It is the recommendation of staff to approve the voluntary donation program
and authorize staff to enter into a similar letter agreement with the IBEW-
Maintenance Unit modifying the Memorandum of Understanding.
Council Member Arness asked what the history of this practice is in other
public agencies, and if this policy has been reviewed by the Personnel
Committee. He pointed out that the City is a good employer, and it is wrong
to nibble at a program that is already very good. Staff is also suggesting
that this policy be offered to the IBEW unit after negotiations have been
completed. Council Member Arness noted that the program may be abused, and he
is against the policy.
Assistant City Manager McMurry explained that a dedicated employee who has
served the City for 15 years has a serious illness. During this illness, the
employee exhausted all sick leave and vacation time; but rather than going on
long-term disability, the employee chose to come back to work. After several
months, the condition worsened, and the employee has been off work for another
six weeks and does not meet the qualification time for long-term disability.
Employees from both management and the IBEW Union want to donate their
vacation time to permit this employee to reach the qualifying period for long-
term disability.
City Manager Christofferson explained that other than the bookkeeping expense,
there will be no added costs to the City.
Council Member Buffum stated that this is a compassionate policy, and it is an
individual choice to give vacation time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Buffum,
that Resolution No. 91-392 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding (1) rescinding Resolution No. 91-258 effective Midnight,
August 17, 1991, and (2) establishing new Miscellaneous Employee Benefit
Policies pertaining to a vacation donation program for Unrepresented Employees
not covered by a Memorandum of Understanding, effective August 18, 1991.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-392 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program
(A-010-140)
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Chief of Police Blankenship stated that the Redding Police Department responds
to reports of abandoned vehicles in the City, and the legal procedure to
remove these vehicles takes hundreds of hours each year and provides no funds
in return for this service. Effective January, 1992, new legislation provides
for increased vehicle registration fees to establish an Abandoned Vehicle
Abatement Program at the local level. Shasta County and the cities of
Anderson and Redding must form a service authority to qualify for these funds.
A representative from each law enforcement agency would make up the governing
Board, and participation is renewed on a yearly basis. It is the
recommendation of staff to approve the Department's participation in the
Program.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 91-393 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding authorizing the City to (1) implement an Abandoned Vehicle
Abatement Program; and (2) enter into a Service Authority Agreement between
the City of Redding Police Department, the City of Anderson Police Department,
and the Shasta
County Sheriff's Department in order to receive funding from the State of
California, Department of Motor Vehicles to fund such program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-393 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AWARD OF PROPOSAL
- Refurbish Boom Truck with Utility Body, Chassis, and Power
Train for Electric Department
(B-050-100)
Director of General Services Masingale recalled that on August 6, 1991,
Council authorized the refurbishment of City Equipment No. 451, an Electric
Department Boom Truck with Utility Body, Chassis, and Power Train and
authorized staff to seek restitution for damages to the truck through the
court system. Mr. Masingale conveyed that Request for Proposals to refurbish
the truck were circulated, and it is the recommendation of staff to award the
proposal to the low bidder, Corning Truck & Radiator Service, Inc., in the
amount of $22,992.89.
Council Member Arness stated that the difference between the Corning bid and
the local bid by Boyer & Sons amounts to $550; and without the sales tax, the
difference drops to $450. He said Fleet Manager Hughes indicated that it
costs $75 to deliver the vehicle locally and $150 to deliver the vehicle to
Corning. He added that staff determines if the truck has been satisfactorily
completed and picks up the truck in Corning; therefore, it would not take too
long to use up the remaining $320 traveling back and forth to Corning.
Council Member Arness stated that Corning Truck & Radiator Service may not be
the low bidder.
Mr. Masingale noted that Corning Truck & Radiator's bid includes $274.25 for
tires, and they will be replacing parts, rather than repairing them. He
explained that there are different ways of approaching this bid, and staff
would have to change its bidding procedures in order to evaluate each item
line by line.
Council Member Arness questioned how someone would know how to bid a job. Mr.
Masingale explained that after viewing the vehicle, the shop determines what
the repairs will cost. Staff assumes they are professionals and the end
product will be similar.
Director of Finance Downing explained that this purchase is a quote, and it
was difficult to bid this as a normal bid with specifications because it was a
damaged vehicle.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, to
award the proposal to refurbish the Electric Department Boom Truck with
Utility Body, Chassis, and Power Train, if necessary, to Boyer & Sons, Inc. in
the amount of $23,544.26. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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SPORTS COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION FUNDING
(P-050-600-200)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley stated that a mechanism for financing the
Redding Sports Complex needs to be determined. Mr. Riley indicated that the
sports complex may be financed in phases or all at once. Cost estimates for
completing the complex, as well as an estimate if the project is completed in
phases, was submitted to Council.
Mr. Riley conveyed that the total cost of the project in a phased development,
excluding inflation, is estimated at $4,234,400. The cost of constructing the
project at one time is $4,143,800. It is estimated that approximately
$1,300,000 will be available in Park Development Funds by the end of this
fiscal year for this project. Mr. Riley noted that to prepare the site in
time to host the National Softball Tournament in August of 1992, the estimated
cost would be $2.5 million. It is the recommendation of staff to construct
the entire project at one time. Mr. Riley explained that the City would be
able to meet the existing demands for the facility as soon as possible and
control the costs of the project better.
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Council Member Arness said he would like to support the National Tournament in
1992; but, he is hesitant about issuing debt without a precise funding plan
for City Hall or other general fund purchases. He noted that the economy is
softening and revenues may decline. Council Member Arness expressed support
for constructing the competitive fields as soon as possible by blending the
phases.
Mayor Dahl asked if the Recreation and Parks Commission made a recommendation
on financing the project.
Mr. Riley conveyed that the Commission is aware of the issue, but the
Commission did not make a decision on phasing the project. He opined that the
Commission would probably like to see the sports complex constructed at one
time.
Recreation and Parks Commissioner Klaseen agreed with Mr. Riley.
Council Member Moss suggested that staff circulate a bid proposal with two
alternatives - one alternative for Phase I of the sports complex that would
enable the City to host the 1992 tournament, and (2) the entire sports
complex. He noted that if the bids for the entire project come in low,
Council may change its mind about financing the entire project.
Council Member Buffum supported using the $1.3 million that is available to
build the complex in order to host the tournament. She said she is not
comfortable about going into debt for the sports complex right now.
City Manager Christofferson stated that if Council awards a bid for the entire
project, an internal bridge financing arrangement would have to be arranged
until financing was secured.
Council Member Moss stated that staff could restructure Phase I in order to
accommodate the softball tournament in 1992.
Council Members affirmed Mr. Riley's statement that staff will prepare the
proposal, go out for bid, and return to Council for approval.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, to
circulate the bid for the Softball Complex with two alternatives: (1) Phase I
would encompass those improvements necessary to host the National Softball
Tournament in 1992, and (2) the entire softball complex project. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Moss clarified that the bid for the softball complex for Phase
I to host the tournament would be restructured to cost in the vicinity of $1.3
million.
RESOLUTION
- Stillwater Service Area, Master Sewer Plan
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds
* (B-130-070 & W-010-300)
Public Works Director Galusha stated that it is the recommendation of staff to
award the contract for preparation of the Sewer Master Plan for the Stillwater
Service Area to Psomas and Associates of Sacramento in the amount of $46,500.
There is $35,000 budgeted for this project and an additional $16,500 is
needed to complete the study and provide a $5,000 contingency fund.
Council Member Arness stated that the local bidder, Pace Engineering, is the
low bidder. He suggested that Pace Engineering be awarded the contract in the
amount of $46,000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-394 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Agreement for
engineering services between the City of Redding and Pace Engineering, for a
fixed price of $46,000, to prepare a Sewer Master Plan for the Stillwater
Service Area.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 91-394 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 91-395 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding adopting the 16th Amendment to the City Budget Resolution No. 91-
253 appropriating an additional $16,000 for the Master Sewer Plan for the
Stillwater Service Area.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 91-395 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
La Salsa Mexican Food (McCutcheon, Harry & Sally)
2787 Bechelli Lane
Round Table Pizza (Shasta Pizza Adventures, Inc.)
1045 Cypress Street
Memo from California Public Utilities Commission re advice for travelers
using hotel and motel phones
(S-050-350)
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:36 p.m., Mayor Dahl
adjourned the meeting to 5:15 p.m., September 10, 1991, at the City Hall
Conference Room for a joint meeting with the Traffic and Parking Commission.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Assistant City Clerk