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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1991-09-171 09/17/91 City Council, Regular Meeting Council Chambers Redding, California September 17, 1991 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Pastor Dan Byus of Christian Life Center. 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 Electric Utility Lindley, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Chief of Police Blankenship, Fire Chief Bailey, Assistant City Attorney Calkins, Director of Finance Downing, Principal Planner Keaney, Director of Recreation and Parks Riley, Superintendent of Wastewater Craig, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Housing Manager Maurer, Senior Planner King, Director of Utilities Customer Services Vokal, Housing Supervisor Garrity, Assistant Planner Manuel, Public Information Officer Bachman, Community Access Supervisor Clements, City Treasurer Linville, City Clerk Nichols, and Secretary to the City Council Moscatello. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE CLEAN-UP PROJECT (S-020-100 & P-150-050-050) Russ Mull, Director of Environmental Health for Shasta County, thanked City Council and staff for their help during the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Mr. Mull conveyed that approximately 450 residents were served, and 60% of those were Redding residents. He explained that solvent, paint, aerosol spray, poison, and waste oil were collected. Mr. Mull conveyed that one of their goals is to reduce the use of household hazardous materials and prevent them from becoming waste and entering landfills and streams. Mr. Mull conveyed that it will cost $74,000 to dispose of the hazardous waste that was collected in just one day. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Special Meeting of July 30, 1991 Special Meeting of August 20, 1991 Regular Meeting of August 20, 1991 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 05, check numbers 173328 through 173733 inclusive, in the amount of $2,469,006.98, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 05, check numbers 322942 through 323883 inclusive, in the amount of $1,077,078.71, for the period August 18, 1991, through August 31, 1991, be approved. TOTAL: $3,546,085.69 Treasurer's Report - August 1991 (A-050-100-600) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $34,835,876.70 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $64,881,108.12 Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Fish and Game Fees * (B-130-070 & S-050-230) It is the recommendation of the Planning Director that Resolution No. 91-396 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting the 22nd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $10,000 in Fish and Games Fees for City projects. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2514, Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) 2 09/17/91 It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 2514, three phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to the low bidder, General Electric Supply Co., in the amount of $131,843.50. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1991/92 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2516, One 3/4-ton 4x4 Pickup Truck with Utility Body (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 2516 (9150-22), one 3/4-ton 4x4 pickup truck with utility body, be awarded to the second low bidder, S & C Ford, in the amount of $20,771.11. The low bidder did not meet the requirements of the specifications. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1991/92 budget. Resolution - Participation in M-S-R Projects (E-120-500) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No. 91-397 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving of and authorizing the City of Redding, through M-R-S, to participate in the Mead-Phoenix, Mead-Adelanto, and Adelanto-Lugo Electric Power Transmission Projects. Electric Utility Power Plant Manager (E-120-300-700 & P-100-060) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director to authorize that the position of Electric Utility Power Plant Manager for the Redding Power Plant be filled. Resolution - Computerized Integrated Public Safety System (IPSS) (P-150) It is the recommendation of the Information Systems Director that Resolution No. 91-398 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the "First Amendment to the Agreement for the purchase and shared usage of a computerized Public Safety System" entered into by and among the County of Shasta, City of Redding, and City of Anderson. The original Agreement made no provision for the participating parties to deposit monies into the Maintenance, Replacement and Improvement (MRI) Fund; therefore, the amendment to the IPSS Agreement will create an annual assessment fee payable to the MRI Fund. Fire Hydrant Robot - Public Education Programs Resolution - Appropriating Funds * (B-050-100 & B-130-070 & F-210) It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief to purchase a fire hydrant robot in the amount of $4,413 for public education programs and Fire Prevention Week displays. The Buckeye Fire Protection District Board of Directors approved funds from their budget for the purchase of the robot. It is, therefore, also recommended that Resolution No. 91-399 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 20th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing use of Buckeye Fire Protection Funds and appropriating $4,413 for the purchase of a fire hydrant robot. Resolution - Purchase of Furniture for Police Department Administrative Unit (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 91-400 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of compatible TAB furniture from Office Planning Group, not to exceed $15,800.00 pursuant to Redding Municipal Code Section 4.20.120(H)(2), and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Funds for this purchase are available in the Fiscal Year 1991/92 budget. Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Centralized Reproduction * (B-130-070 & B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 91-401 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 21st Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 transferring copier charges in Police Services, Airports, and the Stillwater Treatment Plant to interdepartmental charges from reproduction services and 3 09/17/91 appropriating $19,800 in reproduction services for the lease payments and supplies cost. 4 09/17/91 Resolution - Fourth of July Fireworks 1992 (G-100) It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution No. 91-402 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Memorandum of Agreement for Grant No. 91-76 between the City of Redding and the McConnell Foundation for the project entitled Fourth of July Fireworks, 1992. The McConnell Foundation will provide a grant in the amount of $40,000 for the 1992 Fireworks Display. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2504, Sludge Removal from the EPUD Wastewater Treatment Ponds (B-050-020 & W-010-500) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2504 (Job No. 9143), sludge removal from the Enterprise Public Utility District Wastewater Treatment Ponds, awarded to McConnell Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $32,427.38. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2529, Resurfacing of Tennis Court at Sequoia School (B-050-020 & P-050-800 & B-130-070) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2529 (Job No. 9180), resurfacing of tennis court at Sequoia School, be awarded to the sole bidder, Malott & Peterson-Grundy of Richmond, in the amount of $28,447, and that an additional $1,053 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and that $500 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $30,000. Funds in the amount of $15,000 for this project are included in the 1991/92 budget. The Redding Tennis Club will contribute $1,000 and the Redding School District will contribute $14,000. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-403 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 23rd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing the receipt of $1,000 contribution from the Redding Tennis Club and $14,000 from the Redding School District and appropriating $15,000 additional for the Sequoia Tennis resurfacing. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2527, Shasta View Waterline Intertie (B-050-020 & W-030-725) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2527 (Job No. 9029), Shasta View Intertie - 8-inch waterline between Christian Lane and Goodwater Avenue, be awarded to the low bidder, Arcadian Enterprises of Redding, in the amount of $30,025, an additional $3,500 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $1,475 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $35,000. Funds for this project are included in the 1991/92 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2517, Tools and Equipment for the Stillwater Treatment Plant (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2517, tools and equipment for the Stillwater Treatment Plant, be awarded to the low bidders as follows: Items 6, 18, 19, 20, 29, 30, 32, 33, and 34 to Valley Supply in the amount of $738.16 plus $53.52 sales tax; Items 22, 23, and 44 to Stroup's in the amount of $1,047.97 plus $75.98 sales tax; and Items 1 through 5, 7 though 17, 21, 24 through 28, 31, 35 through 43, and 46 to Grainger in the amount of $5,050.96 plus $366.20 sales tax. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1991/92 budget. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2522, Flow Test and Repair of Large Water Meters (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2522 (Job No. 5203-19), flow test and repair of large water meters, be awarded to the low bidder, MVP Repair Service Co. of San Jose, in the amount of $5,262. Funds for this project are included in the 1991/92 budget. Acceptance of Final Map - Western Acres Subdivision (S-15-90) West of Shasta View Drive and north of Rancho Road (S-100-711) 5 09/17/91 It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Western Acres Subdivision, developed by Western Acres, Inc., be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for Shasta Creek Apartments (East of Mission de Oro Drive and south of Tanglewood Drive) * (S-070-230 & L-010-390) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 404 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation that portion of Mission De Oro Drive located within the Shasta Creek Apartments Project. It is also recommended that the improvements in the Shasta Creek Apartments project, developed by Jarvis Company, be accepted as satisfactorily completed. Resolution - Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) License Agreement (E-120-900 & S-070-100-765) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 405 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign License Agreement No. KC-9110 dated August 26, 1991, with the United States of America, Department of Energy, Western Area Power Administration. The City is constructing Victor Avenue through the Enterprise Public Utility District Wastewater Treatment Facility, and the 50-year license agreement grants the City permission to reconstruct, operate, and maintain that portion of Victor Avenue which crosses the Keswick-Cottonwood No. 3, 230-kV transmission line easement. Resolution - Staffing for Stillwater Treatment Plant * (B-130-070 & W-010-560 & P-100-060) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 406 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 17th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 establishing three (3) new staff positions of Senior Wastewater Plant Operator, Wastewater Plant Operator, and Laboratory Technician and appropriating $95,000 for personnel costs for the Stillwater Treatment Plant. These positions will be funded from the Wastewater Utility Fund. Resolution - Clover Creek Flood Study * (B-130-070 & S-070-300-090) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 407 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting the 19th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $20,000 for an additional flood study of the Clover Creek Area, between Hartnell Avenue and Hole-In-One Drive, by Boyle Engineering Corporation Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2528, Traffic Signal Installation at Court Street and South Street Resolution - Approving Program Supplement with Caltrans (B-050-020 & T-080-700 & G-100-070-100 & S-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2528 (Job No. 9003) Court Street/South Street traffic signal installation, be awarded to the low bidder, Northern Industrial Electric, in the amount of $89,490, and an additional $8,000 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $12,510 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $110,000. Funds for this project are a blend of Federal Aid Urban in the amount of $85,870 and traffic impact fees in the amount of $24,130. The award is subject to concurrence with Caltrans. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-408 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Program Supplement No. 023 to Local Agency-State Agreement for Federal- Aid Projects No. 02-5068, Project No. MG-Y233(003), E.A. No. 02-451334, by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation, to upgrade the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Court Street and South Street. Resolution - Residential Permit Parking - Court Street (P-030-240) It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that Resolution No. 91-409 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding 6 09/17/91 establishing a residential parking permit area on the easterly side of Court Street, from Butte Street to Tehama Street. 7 09/17/91 Resolution - Program Supplement 001 - State-Local Transportation Partnership Program Resolution - Program Supplement 002 - State-Local Transportation Partnership Program (G-100-170 & S-070-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 91- 410 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution No. 91-28; and approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Program Supplement No. 001, Rev. 2, to State-Local Transportation Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, through its Department of Transportation, for construction of Hartnell Avenue from Bechelli Lane to School Street. It is also recommended that Resolution No. 91-411 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution No. 91-29; and approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Program Supplement No. 002, Rev. 2, to State-Local Transportation Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, through its Department of Transportation, for construction of Hartnell Avenue, 750' each side of Interstate 5. The project descriptions in the original supplements were reversed; therefore, it was necessary to adopt revised resolutions. Acceptance of Final Map - Meadow Creek Subdivision, Unit 2 (S-23-89) (South of Sacramento Drive and west of Olney Creek) (S-100-457) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Meadow Creek Subdivision, Unit 2, developed by Three Seasons Development, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution - Releasing Abatement Proceedings - 1540 Division Street, owned by John Castellanos (A-030-070) It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 91-412 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 1540 Division Street, owned by John Castellanos (previously owned by Division Street Co. and Blake and Edith Bevill, Trustees). MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton, 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. 91-396, 91-397, 91-398, 91-399, 91-400, 91-401, 91-402, 91- 403, 91-404, 91-405, 91-406, 91-407, 91-408, 91-409, 91-410, 91-411, and 91- 412 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - - ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Group Homes (P-150-150) Gary Burks submitted a petition from residents in the Panorama Drive area opposed to the formation of a group home at 866 Dawson Court and to any future group homes in the area. Mr. Burks stated that the presence of any type of group home would adversely affect the safe, single-family dwelling atmosphere and lower the property values of the homes in the subdivision. Noting that the hands of cities and counties are tied and current law does not allow any control on the local level, Mr. Burks asked that something be done to review the current laws and make some necessary changes. He suggested that these group homes be licensed and regulated like any other business. 8 09/17/91 Mayor Dahl stated that this problem is equally frustrating for City Council because of State-imposed constraints. This was an information item and no action was taken. PUBLIC HEARING - re 1991 Community Development Block Grant Grantee Performance Report (G-100-030-035 & G-100-030-036) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re the 1991 Community Development Block Grant Grantee. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated September 17, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Housing Manager Maurer stated that the Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City of Redding to conduct a public hearing on the accomplishments of the Community Development Block Grant Program. Ms. Maurer stated that $879,923 in Community Development Block Grant funds were committed. Ms. Maurer outlined the programs underway during 1990-91 and continuing into 1991-92 and the projects completed during 1990-91. A copy of the Grantee Performance Report was submitted to Council. It is the recommendation of staff that the Report be accepted by Minute Order. Mayor Dahl determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Buffum, seconded by Council Member Arness, to accept the 1991 Community Development Block Grant Grantee Performance Report. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Disposition and Development Agreement with Northland Investments, Inc. for the Sale of Redding Redevelopment Agency Property (Southeast corner of Dana Drive and Churn Creek Overcrossing) (R-030-050-050) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dahl opened the public hearing re the sale of Redding Redevelopment Agency property. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing Redding Redevelopment Agency recommendation dated September 17, 1991 City Clerk Nichols advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that the Redding Redevelopment Agency (RRA) is the owner of a parcel located at the southeast corner of Dana Drive and Churn Creek Overcrossing. City Council approved the sale of the surplus property on April 20, 1987. The Agency subsequently marketed the property and determined that it would be in the Agency's best interest to sell the parcel to Northland Investments, Inc. It is the recommendation of staff that the sale and Disposition and Development Agreement with Northlands Investments, Inc. be approved. Under the terms of the Agreement, Northland Investments will pay a deposit of $5,000 when escrow is opened, pay the balance of $645,000 at close of escrow, and agree to complete the improvements within 21 months of the date of the executed agreement. 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 9 09/17/91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Buffum, to approve the sale of Redding Redevelopment Agency property on the southeast corner of Dana Drive and Churn Creek Overcrossing to Northlands Investments, Inc. and approve the Disposition and Development Agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE NO. 1966 - Rezoning Application RZ-3-91, by Ronald Culp (4810 & 4818 Westside Road) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1966 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Buffum, that Ordinance No. 1966 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- 3-91). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1966 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 1969 - Rezoning Application RZ-5-91, by Broderick & Taylor (2000 and 2010 Rosaline Avenue) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1969 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 Moss, that Ordinance No. 1969 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-5-91). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1969 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Amending Utility Users' Tax Ordinance (T-010-900) Director of Finance Downing stated that City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1964 authorizing a utility users' tax on July 9, 1991. Ms. Downing outlined several refinements to the ordinance which are needed for clarification and to simplify administration of the ordinance. The first refinement relates to how payments are to be applied to utility bills--the utility supplier will apply collections to utility services first and the utility users' tax second, and both charges must be satisfied before billings are applied to subsequent collections. The second change relates to the effective date of the tax--the tax will first apply to billing periods which fall within November; thus, eliminating the need to prorate the first billing which could include periods prior to November 1, 1991. A section establishing reporting and remittance procedures has been added, and guidance about imposing the tax on newly annexed areas is included. The final change grants Council the ability to exempt, in whole or in part, one or more utility user(s) from the tax and to establish a maximum cap. Council Member Moss offered Ordinance No. 1970 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Title 4, Revenue and Finance, by repealing Chapter 4.06 in its entirety and adding a new Chapter 4.06, Utility Users' Tax. USE OF UTILITY USERS' TAX 10 09/17/91 (B-130-070 & T-010-900) Director of Finance Downing stated that City Council established budget priorities for the proceeds of the utility users' tax as follows: make up for lost revenue due to State action; provide a funding source for costs imposed by State action; bring the general fund unrestricted reserve up to a more prudent level, and assist the Library Commission in meeting operating costs at a higher service level. Ms. Downing outlined how State action will affect the City's general fund unrestricted reserve and stated that if Council is committed to increasing the reserve to 5%, that action coupled with the impacts discussed above, will commit all of the revenue. Ms. Downing submitted a resolution setting aside funds for the booking and tax administration fees, to compensate for the loss of estimated fine and forfeiture revenue and cigarette tax revenue, restricting funds for the possible contribution to the Library, and appropriating funds for new fees imposed by the Department of Fish and Game. She emphasized that this is not an appropriation and it does not grant any expenditure of the money. It is the recommendation of staff to set aside all of the utility users' tax that is generated during the remainder of this fiscal year into the general fund unrestricted reserve account. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Resolution No. 91-413 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 25th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $487,000 for Booking and Tax Administration Fees, reducing revenue estimates of $150,000 for Fines and Forfeitures and $72,000 for State Cigarette Taxes, restricting $350,000 for Library contributions, and increasing revenue estimates by $1,970,000 for the Utility Users' Tax. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, Moss, and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 91-413 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Noting that there is a perception in the community that the utility user tax was passed without a need for it, Council Member Moss pointed out that these are immediate needs. This list does not include any new projects; however, Council will look at new projects during the next budget session. ORDINANCE - Rezoning Application RZ-6-91, by City of Redding (east of Campo Calle) (L-010-230) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that City Council approved a request to prezone 116 acres east of Campo Calle to "U" Unclassified District. Mr. Perry explained that the property is in the process of being annexed to the City (Annexation 90-18), and the rezoning would be effective upon annexation. It is the recommendation of staff to offer the ordinance for first reading. Council Member Buffum offered Ordinance No. 1971 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 adjacent to the City of Redding (RZ-6-91). TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-13-91 - Hemlock Subdivision, by Keith Stewart (S-100-454) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 4.93 acres into ten single-family lots, located on the west side of Hemlock Drive, approximately 200 feet south of Star Drive, described as Tentative Subdivision Map S-13-91, Hemlock Subdivision. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (A-050-250) 11 09/17/91 Planning Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status Report through August 1991 for the following work areas: (1) annexations; (2) planning and zoning; (3) building and population; (4) housing assistance, and (5) Redevelopment Agency. This was an information item and no action was required. 12 09/17/91 ORDINANCE - Draft Tree Preservation Ordinance (A-050-220-075) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council held a public hearing on the draft Tree Preservation ordinance and continued consideration of the matter until tonight. Mr. Perry recommended that the City adopt a tree preservation ordinance; although, he opined that the Planning Commission recommended more than was necessary. Council Member Arness stated that there have been positive changes in direction at City Hall. He suggested that the existing subdivision ordinance be strengthened and staff become more involved in the tentative subdivision map stage of development. Council Member Arness said the stand alone ordinance could easily be punitive, and the consumer would be impacted the most. Council Member Buffum stated that a tree preservation ordinance is necessary-- a Council policy would not be concise enough or enforceable. She conveyed that although a lot of good work has been done on the ordinance, it is not ready for adoption. She said it is not fair to penalize the development community for something the City has not paid attention to until now. Landmark trees should be defined, and design review for lots, houses, and the total community should be looked at by a fair, impartial staff and citizen's Board. Council Member Buffum opined that a tree preservation fund should be developed; but, it should not be funded solely by developers and the funds should not be placed in the general fund. Council Member Buffum conveyed that the City should not be exempt from the ordinance because the City should set the example for developers, homebuilders, and the community. She added that uniform hours of operation should be consistent throughout the City. Council Member Buffum agreed that fines should be established. Council Member Moss expressed support for a stand alone tree preservation ordinance. He stated that all applicants should be treated equally, and consistency by City staff should be established. Council Member Moss indicated that the ordinance could be written to avoid conflict and misunderstandings. It can be a realistic, good law, but it needs substantial work. Council Member Fulton expressed support for the stand alone tree ordinance. He explained that an ordinance would accomplish more than a policy, and it would be easier to work with. Council Member Fulton stated that the Shasta Tree Committee has worked very hard, but the ordinance is restrictive and punitive. He conveyed that good points have been made by both sides. Mayor Dahl noted that both sides of the issue have a common goal--to preserve trees. What makes the issue complex, however, is the means to reach that end. Noting that the majority of Council support a free standing ordinance and want to refine the language to make it workable, Mayor Dahl recommended that this matter be continued for two weeks. He stated that Council can bring forward its recommended refinements. With the concurrence of Council, Mayor Dahl appointed a subcommittee comprised of Council Members Buffum and Moss to meet with staff and review the ordinance, make changes, and bring it back to the full Council at the next regular meeting. RESOLUTION - Amendment to Annexation Agreement with Harrel & Louise Davis re Tierra Oaks (A-150-237 & W-020-500) Council Member Moss stated that he will abstain from discussing or voting on this matter. Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that on May 21, 1991, City Council approved an Amendment to an Agreement with Harrel and Louise Davis regarding sewer service prior to annexation to the City. Due to a procedural error, the resolution must be corrected. It is the recommendation of staff to rescind the resolution and adopt a new resolution. 13 09/17/91 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Fulton, that Resolution No. 91-414 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding City Council Resolution No. 91-209 and approving the First Amendment to Annexation and Development Agreement dated May 21, 1991, between the 14 09/17/91 City of Redding and Harrel Davis and Louise Davis, and authorizing the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Buffum, Fulton, and Dahl Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Moss Resolution No. 91-414 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. SACRAMENTO RIVER - Letter to State Fish & Game Commission re Rainbow Trout (R-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry reported that the River and Waterways Commission recommended that City Council submit a letter to the State Fish and Game Commission regarding the importance to the City of rainbow trout fishing in the Sacramento River. Council Member Moss stated that if the current population of the wild trout fishery is to be maintained, the harvest will have to be curtailed. He opined that Council should ask the Fish and Game Commission to reduce the bag limit from three fish to two. Mayor Dahl hoped that it was not the intent of the River and Waterways Commission to recommend that fishing gear be restricted. MOTION: Made by Council Member Fulton, seconded by Council Member Moss, to authorize the Mayor to send a letter to the State Fish and Game Commission regarding the importance of rainbow trout fishing to Redding, urging the Commission to reduce the bag limit on rainbow trout, and take other necessary measures. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes QUARTERLY REPORT - River and Waterways Commission (B-080-385) The Quarterly Report of the River and Waterways Commission was submitted to City Council. This was an information item and no action was required. SULPHUR CREEK TRAILHEAD CONCEPTUAL PLAN (P-050 & F-200-200-040) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) granted the City an extension of time to decide what action the City may want to take regarding the Sulphur Creek Park. The River and Waterways Commission formed a subcommittee to explore potential uses for the Sulphur Creek Park, and on September 12, 1991, the Commission recommended that the Sulphur Creek Trailhead Conceptual Plan be forwarded to Council. It is recommended that the conceptual plan be submitted to BLM for review and consideration. Noting that the Conceptual Plan shows intent and interest in the property, Council Member Buffum suggested Council take a positive approach and ask BLM for an extension of time. Although it is unknown when this project could be funded, she said she does not want the City to lose this property. Council Member Arness noted that this property ties in with other City- owned land; but, he pointed out that if the project is being introduced as a "subway," it really isn't. He questioned how access to Benton Ranch across Market Street would be handled, especially for horses. He noted that the Recreation and Parks Commission has many plans and BLM may not be willing to keep this Plan on hold. MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Buffum, to submit the Sulphur Creek Trailhead Conceptual Plan to the Bureau of Land Management for review and consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RIVER AND WATERWAYS COMMISSION - Final Mission Statement and Goals (B-080-385) 15 09/17/91 The final Mission Statement and Goals of the River and Waterways Commission was submitted to City Council. This was an information item and no action was required. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Shan-Nan's Cafe (Raburn, Barbara Jane & Steven Michael) 1410 Beltline Road #7 Notice from Pacific Gas and Electric Company re Application to CPUC for Rate Increase for Electric Services (S-050-350) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Urban Forester (T-010-900 & P-100) Buel Hunt, Professional Forester, suggested that City Council utilize funds from the Utility Users' Tax to hire an urban forester. He explained that an urban forester would know how to protect trees and tie projects together on the land. People of Progress (B-130-030) Vance Montgomery introduced himself as the new Executive Director of People of Progress (POP) in Redding. Mr. Montgomery stated that POP desires to work with the City in a proactive and supportive manner. Noting that POP is aware of the need for affordable housing and expansion of the community gardens, Mr. Montgomery said he is looking forward to working with the Council and the community to reach the goal of individual and community self-sufficiency. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 8:18 p.m., Mayor Dahl declared the meeting adjourned to 5:15 p.m., September 24, 1991, at the City Hall Conference Room, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California. APPROVED: _____________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk