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04/21/92
City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Redding, California
April 21, 1992 7:05 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Shasta County Board of
Supervisor Maurice Johannessen.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor John McNabb, First Baptist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dahl with the following Council
Members present: Arness, Carter Fulton, and Moss.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry,
City Attorney Hays, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric
Utility Services Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development
Perry, Police Chief Blankenship, Electric Utility Resources Manager Coleman,
Director of Finance Downing, Director of General Services Masingale, Director
of Information Systems Kelley, Housing Manager Maurer, Senior Planner King,
Airports Director Ruff, Associate Planner Morgon, Budget Services Officer
Starman, City Treasurer Linville, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk
Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph.
RESOLUTION
- Endorsing Presentation of a Multicultural Festival by the Shasta
County Arts Council on May 5, 1992
(A-050-060-600 & B-080-465)
A representative from the Shasta County Arts Council conveyed that it is the
Arts Council desire to make the Multicultural Festival an annual event. She
thanked the City for its assistance.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 92-148 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding endorsing the presentation of a multicultural festival.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Carter, Fulton, Moss and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-148 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION
-
Resignation of David A. Kehoe
(B-080-600-100 & B-080-550)
Mayor Dahl conveyed that a letter of resignation from the Community
Development Advisory Committee and the Traffic and Parking Commission has been
received from David A. Kehoe, effective April 21, 1992.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
accept the resignation of David A. Kehoe from the Community Development
Advisory Committee and the Traffic and Parking Commission effective April 21,
1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Declaring Results for the April 14, 1992 General Municipal
Election
(E-070-050)
City Clerk Strohmayer related that California Elections Code Section 17081
instructs the City Clerk to canvass the election returns for certification.
She recommended that Council adopt a resolution certifying the canvass of
ballots and declaring the results of the April 14, 1992, General Municipal
Election.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Resolution No. 92-149 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held in the
City of Redding April 14, 1992.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Carter, Fulton, Moss and Dahl
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 92-149 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
APPRECIATION PLAQUE
- Presentation to Council Member Scott Carter
(A-050-060)
Mayor Dahl presented Council Member Scott Carter with a plaque and expressed
Council's appreciation for his willingness to serve the City as interim
Council Member during a difficult time, February 18, 1992 to April 21, 1992.
PRESENTATION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CARTER TO COUNCIL
(A-050-060)
Council Member Carter stated that while he was in England, he had the
opportunity to attend many of the County and City Council meetings. He
indicated that it was a tradition in the city where he resided for a departing
council member to present a gift to the City. In recognition of this
tradition, he presented the City, as well as each Council Member, with a book
entitled "Mr. Mayor," which discusses a Mayor's trials and tribulations.
As his last official duty, Council Member Fulton presented Finance Director
Downing with his City credit card.
OATH OF OFFICE
- Incumbent City Treasurer Elect Peggie R. Linville
(A-050-100)
City Clerk Strohmayer administered the Oath of Office to incumbent City
Treasurer Elect Linville for a four-year term expiring April, 1996.
OATHS OF OFFICE
- Council Members Elect
(A-050-060)
City Clerk Strohmayer administered the Oath of Office to City Council Members
Elect Robert C. Anderson and David A. Kehoe for four-year terms expiring
April, 1996.
Outgoing Council Member Fulton and Council Member Carter stepped down and the
incoming Council Members assumed their seats.
ELECTION OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR
(A-050-060)
Mayor Dahl suggested that Council return to the practice of electing the Mayor
for a one-year term.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to
appoint Vice Mayor Moss to the office of Mayor for a one-year term expiring
April, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
appoint Council Member Arness to the office of Vice Mayor for a one-year term
expiring April, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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. 19, check numbers 180395
through 180818 inclusive, in the amount of $1,646,039.17, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 21, check numbers 335728 through 336460
inclusive, in the amount of $910,561.67, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the
amount of $223,198.88, for a total of $1,133,760.55, for the period of March
29, 1992 through April 11, 1992, be approved.
TOTAL: $2,779,799.72
Treasurer's Report
- March, 1992
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $ 40,890,161.96
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $ 58,888,472.47
SHASCOM
- Inclusion in Future City Financing
(C-175-825-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that staff initiate inquiries and
begin preliminary arrangements to include the financing for the Shasta Area
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Safety Communications Agency's (SHASCOM) facility, approximately
$2,000,000.00, into the City's next major financing project. This alternative
is necessary as the three participating agencies, Shasta County, City of
Anderson, and City of Redding, are not likely to be in a position to come up
with the cash required for the project. This leaves only the option of
financing, and it is not cost effective for SHASCOM to seek financing of
$2,000,000.00 due to overhead costs.
Resolutions
- Relative to Reimbursement of Certain Capital Expenditures
(Corporation Yard, Transfer Station, Convention Center Roof, Softball Complex,
Buckeye Water Treatment Plant)
(D-050 & C-050-100-040 & S-020-650 & C-050-050 & P-050-600-200 & W-030-600)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-150 be
adopted, a declaration of official intent of the City Council of the City of
Redding to incur taxable or tax-exempt indebtedness in order to reimburse
certain capital expenditures, specifically the Buckeye Water Treatment Plant.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 92-151 be adopted, a declaration of
official intent of the City Council of the City of Redding to incur taxable or
tax-exempt indebtedness in order to reimburse certain capital expenditures,
specifically the corporation yard.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 92-152 be adopted, a declaration
of official intent of the City Council of the City of Redding to incur taxable
or tax-exempt indebtedness in order to reimburse certain capital expenditures,
specifically the softball complex.
It is recommended that Resolution No. 92-153 be adopted, a declaration of
official intent of the City Council of the City of Redding to incur taxable or
tax-exempt indebtedness in order to reimburse certain capital expenditures,
specifically the transfer station.
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In addition, it is recommended that Resolution No. 92-154 be adopted, a
declaration of official intent of the City Council of the City of Redding to
incur taxable or tax-exempt indebtedness in order to reimburse certain capital
expenditures, specifically the Convention Center roof repair and other
miscellaneous facility improvements.
Request to Purchase Land on Sonoma Street
- by Jesse Holland
(C-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that no action be taken on Jessee Holland's request to purchase property on
Sonoma Street, east of the California Highway Patrol Office, until the General
Plan amendment previously referred to the Planning Commission is resolved.
Resolution
- Authorizing Receipt of Grant Money and Appropriating Funds re
Third Building at Diestelhorst Landing Non-Profit Office Park
* (B-130-070 & C-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-155 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and adopting the 82nd amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing the receipt of a $10,380.00 grant from the
McConnell Foundation and appropriating a like amount for the third building at
Diestelhorst Landing Non-Profit Office Park.
Air Quality Management Application
- re Air Quality Element of the General
Plan
(G-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that staff be directed to submit an application to the Air Quality Management
District for funding to implement the air quality program and process a
General Plan amendment.
Request for City Land
- by Roy J. Nestleroad (Behind 4828 Mountain Lakes
Blvd.)
(C-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that staff be directed to process Roy J. Nestleroad's request to purchase City
land behind property located at 4828 Mountain Lake Boulevard if an affirmative
response is received regarding the conditions outlined in staff's letter dated
April 9, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, or if a land exchange can be
arranged.
Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings for Landscape Maintenance District No. 5,
River Park Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 through 6 and Parcel R1
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments and Set Public Hearing
(A-170-075-005)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River
Park Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 through 6 and Parcel R1, be approved, and
that Resolution No. 92-156 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding initiating proceedings for the levy of assessments for fiscal
year 1992-93.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 92-157 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect assessments for
fiscal year 1992-93 for Landscape District No. 5, River Park Highlands
Subdivision, Units 1 through 6 and Parcel R1, and set a public hearing for
7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992.
Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings for Landscape Maintenance District No. 6,
Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 1 through 7 and Parcel R1
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments and Set Public Hearing
(A-170-075-006)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 6, Ravenwood
Estates, Units 1 through 7 and Parcel R1, be approved, and that Resolution No.
92-158 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
initiating proceedings for the levy of assessments for fiscal year 1992-93.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 92-159 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect assessments for
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fiscal year 1992-93 for Landscape District No. 6, Ravenwood Estates, Units 1
through 7 and Parcel R1, and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992.
Resolution
- Ordering Annexation of River Heights Planned Development into
Landscape Maintenance District No. 7; Authorizing Proceedings for Levy and
Collection of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 7 for Fiscal
Year 1992-93; and Set a Public Hearing
(A-170-075-007)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-160 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving the Engineer's Report; ordering the annexation of
additional territory, namely River Heights Planned Development, into Landscape
Maintenance District No. 7; authorizing proceedings for the levy and
collection of assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 for 1992-93; and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992.
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Resolution - Ordering Annexation of Western Acres Subdivision into Landscape
Maintenance District No. 11; Authorizing Proceedings for Levy and Collection
of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 11 for Fiscal Year 1992-
93; and Set a Public Hearing
(A-170-075-011)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-161 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving the Engineer's Report; ordering the annexation of
additional territory, namely Western Acres Subdivision, into Landscape
Maintenance District No. 11; authorizing proceedings for the levy and
collection of assessments therein pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 for 1992-93; and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992.
Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings for Landscape Maintenance District No. 17,
College Highlands Subdivisions, Units 1 and 2 and Parcel R1
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments and Set Public Hearing
(A-170-075-017)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 17, College
Highlands Subdivisions, Units 1 and 2 and Parcel R1, be approved, and that
Resolution No. 92-162 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding initiating proceedings for the levy of assessments for fiscal year
1992-93.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 92-163 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect assessments for
fiscal year 1992-93 for Landscape District No. 17, College Highlands
Subdivisions, Units 1 and 2 and Parcel R1, and set a public hearing for 7:00
p.m., May 5, 1992.
Resolution
- Initiating Proceedings for Landscape Maintenance District No. 20,
Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1
Resolution
- Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments and Set Public Hearing
(A-170-075-017)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Quail
Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1, be
approved, and that Resolution No. 92-164 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding initiating proceedings for the levy of
assessments for fiscal year 1992-93.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 92-165 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding to levy and collect assessments for
fiscal year 1992-93 for Landscape District No. 20, Quail Hollow Subdivision,
Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1, and set a public hearing for
7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-1-92, by the City of
Redding
(2439 through 2485 Sonoma Street, 2111 through 2655 Airpark Drive and 2600
Gold Street)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 5, 1992, to consider General
Plan Amendment GPA-1-92, a request to amend the General Plan to "Office,"
"Public or Institutional," "Residential, 3.0 units per acre," and "Greenway."
Resolution
- Application for Mortgage Bond Allocation
(R-030-100-400)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-166 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding authorizing application to the California Debt Limit
Allocation Committee for Mortgage Credit Certificate Issuance Authority, in
the amount of $5,000,000.00 to be traded for authority to issue Mortgage
Credit Certificates in a face amount of $1,250,000.00, and designate the
Redding Redevelopment Agency (RRA) to continue the program administration.
RRA has approved funding for the application fee, as well as the required
security deposit.
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Resolution - Contract for Professional Services with Henwood Energy Services,
Inc. to Provide Technical Assistance during the California Energy Commission
(CEC) Permit Process for the MLP Combustion Turbine Power Project
(E-120-300-700)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
92-167 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Professional Services
Agreement between the City of Redding and Henwood Energy Services, Inc. (HESI
Contract No. 920330) to provide technical support to City staff and other
consultants in preparing an application to the California Energy Commission
(CEC) for a small power plant exemption (SPPE) for the City's Proposed Peaking
Plant, in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00. Funds for this request will be
charged to Job Order Number 9703-03 and will be appropriated from the Electric
Utility's 179 Fund, which is the acquisition account funded from proceeds of
the Electric System Revenue Certificates of Participation, Series 1992A.
Resolution
- Authorization for Written Training Agreement with California
Highway Patrol
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 92-168 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
written training agreements between the City of Redding Police Department and
the State of California, Department of California Highway Patrol. The cost of
this training is reimbursable through Peace Officer Standards and Training
(P.O.S.T.).
Resolution - Shasta Interagency Narcotic Task Force (SINTF) Budget for Fiscal
Year 1992-1993
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 92-169 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the
fiscal year 1992-93 budget, July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1993, for the Shasta
Interagency Narcotics Task Force, in the amount of $114,207.00. Funds are
available through asset forfeiture and have no impact on the City's budget.
Resolution
- Authorizing Receipt of Grant and Appropriating a Like Amount for
Operating Materials and Supplies re California Operation Buckle Down Program
(SAF-T-BELT)
* (B-130-070 & G-100 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 92-170 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and
adopting the 81st amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing
the receipt of a $4,350.00 grant from the California Peace Officers
Association and appropriating a like amount for operating materials and
supplies for the "SAF-T-BELT" Program.
Resolution
- re California Airport Storm Water Monitoring Group Agreement
(S-050-430 & A-090-100 & A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 92-171
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreements, for the period of April
30, 1992 through November 19, 1996, for a total five year cost per airport of
$7,650.00, to participate in the "ARDF California Airport Storm Water
Monitoring Group" for Redding Municipal and Benton Airports between the City
of Redding and the American Research and Development Foundation (ARDF), for
assistance in complying with the State mandated Storm Water Discharge General
Permits for said airports.
Benton Airpark
- Aviation Day Request
(A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Council grant
permission to the Benton Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 157,
in conjunction with Hillside Aviation, to conduct Aviation Day 1992 at Benton
Airpark on June 21, 1992, from 7:00 a.m. until mid-afternoon, contingent upon
proof of adequate insurance coverage.
Authorization of Payment
- Emergency Heating/Air Conditioning Repairs at
Redding Municipal Airport
(B-050-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Council
authorize payment to MMPI, in the amount of $6,336.20, for emergency repairs
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made to the heating/air conditioning unit at Redding Municipal Airport. Funds
for this repair are available in the 1991-92 building maintenance budget.
Transfer of Funds
- re Purchase of Testing and Repair Equipment
(B-050-100 & B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Council
authorize the transfer of funds from the General Service Department's 1991-92
Personnel and Capital Outlay Items and authorizing staff to purchase testing
and repair equipment, in the amount of $12,291.00, as indicated in Exhibit A
of the Report to City Council dated April 17, 1992, incorporated herein by
reference.
Removal of Underground Storage Tanks
- Redding Municipal's Evergreen Facility
(A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Council
authorize staff to request competitive bids for the removal of four
underground storage tanks at Redding Municipal Airport's Evergreen facility.
Staff estimates the removal of these tanks will cost approximately $12,600.00,
with sufficient funds being available in the Municipal Airport's operating
budget.
Resolution
- Authorizing Golden State Swim Team Use of the Redding Plunge
(P-050-700-600)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 92-172 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the agreement between the City of
Redding and the Golden State Swim Team for use of the Redding Plunge (swimming
pool) from June 8, 1992, through August 21, 1992.
Resolution
- Supplemental Appropriation for Recreation Programs
* (B-130-070 & A-050-220)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 92-173 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
adopting the 83rd amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing
the receipt of $7,000.00 in revenue and appropriating a like amount for
temporary help in the Recreation Division.
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Request to Sell Alcoholic Beverages - by Redding Fast Pitch Softball
Association and Asphalt Cowboys at Softball Park
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Council
grant the Redding Fastpitch Softball Association permission to sell alcoholic
beverages at the Redding Softball Park from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the
following dates: April 23 - 26, 1992; May 15 - 17, 1992; June 19 - 21, 1992;
July 17 - 19, 1992; and September 11 - 13, 1992.
It is further recommended that Council grant the Asphalt Cowboys permission to
sell beer during the Women's Fast Pitch Nationals at the Redding Softball Park
from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on August 10 - 16, 1992.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2520, Landscape Modifications on
Hilltop Drive
(B-050-020 & A-170-075-002)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2520 (Job No. 9500), landscape modifications on Hilltop Drive, awarded to
Douglas Major Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the
City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract
price is $23,585.70.
Resolution
- Purchase of Aerators for Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
(B-050-100 & W-010-450)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
174 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the bypass of the formal bidding process; awarding a contract to
Industrial Electric Service Company (Anderson, California) (single vendor) for
the purchase of two complete Eurodrive Aerators in the amount of $31,091.78;
and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Funds
for this purchase are budgeted in the 1991-92 budget.
Resolution Accepting Streets
and Acceptance of Improvements for Country
Heights, Unit 11 (Westerly terminus of Riviera Drive)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
175 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Stonecrest Place, Riviera Drive, and
Oak Glen Drive in Unit 11 of the Country Heights Estates Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Country Heights Subdivision,
Unit 11, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk
instructed to return the securities to the developer, Signature Northwest.
Resolution
- Reimbursement Agreement with Wittig Investments, Inc., dba
Redding Auto Center, for Sewer Line (Viking Way, east of Charade Way)
(W-020-575)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
176 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Agreement for Reimbursement,
with a maximum reimbursement amount of $23,082.00, between the City of Redding
and Wittig Investments, Inc., dba Redding Auto Center, commencing on April 21,
1992 through April 21, 2002, for its construction of a 12-inch sewer main
along Viking Way. Reimbursement will be from future connection charges
collected by the City from those parties who connect to this line.
Resolution
- Reimbursement Agreement with Wittig Investments, Inc., dba
Redding Auto Center, for Water Line (Viking Way, east of Charade Way)
(W-030-725)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
177 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Agreement for Reimbursement,
with a maximum reimbursement amount of $21,523.38, between the City of Redding
and Wittig Investments, Inc., dba Redding Auto Center, commencing on April 21,
1992 through April 21, 2002, for its construction of a 12-inch water main
along Viking Way. Reimbursement will be from future connection charges
collected by the City from those parties who connect to this line.
Resolution
- Award of Contract for Materials Testing, Bid Schedule No. 2608,
Construction of Corporate Taxiway "D" Extension
(B-050-020 & A-090-100)
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It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
178 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Authorization for
Professional Services between the City of Redding and MTI Testing Laboratory,
Inc., in the amount of $8,106.50, to provide testing services for the Redding
Municipal Airport Parallel Taxiway "D" Extension, AIP Project No. 3-06-0194-
13; Bid Schedule 2608. Funds for inspection and materials testing, in the
amount of $20,000.00, were approved by Council on March 10, 1992.
Resolution Accepting Streets
and Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements for
Mora Court Subdivision (Lake Redding Drive south of Onyx Court)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-494)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
179 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Mora Court in the Mora Court
Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Mora Court Subdivision,
developed by Tom Ivicevich, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the
City Clerk instructed to file the Final Map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution
- re 44th Annual Rodeo Week Celebration
(P-030-250 & P-010-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
180 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
pertaining to the Redding Rodeo Association's and Asphalt Cowboys' 44th Annual
Rodeo Week Celebrations to be held May 11 through May 16, 1992, specifically
prohibiting parking and vehicular traffic on specified dates and times.
Resolution
- Initiating Abatement Proceedings on Property located at 1264
Oregon Street, owned by Agnes L. Mullen
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 92-181 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention
to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding
Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at 1264
Oregon Street, owned by Agnes L. Mullen.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 92-150, 92-151, 92-152, 92-153, 92-154, 92-155, 92-156, 92-
157, 92-158, 92-159, 92-160, 92-161, 92-162, 92-163, 92-164, 92-165, 92-166,
92-167, 92-168, 92-169, 92-170, 92-171, 92-172, 92-173, 92-174, 92-175, 92-
176, 92-177, 92-178, 92-179, 92-180 and 92-181 are on file in the office of
the City Clerk.
Letter from Exchange Club of Redding
- re Air Show '92
(B-130-030 & A-090-100)
City Manager Christofferson related that the Police Department, as well as
other City departments, have provided support for previous air shows. In the
case of the Police Department, the requirement is for considerable additional
police support which requires calling in officers on overtime. In previous
years, this overtime has simply been absorbed as part of the total overtime
budget. This year, however, two forces have converged to necessitate the Air
Show to request the City to provide the funding for required City services,
estimated at $8,500.00. The first of these forces is the fact that large sums
of money have been reduced from various departments budgets, leaving virtually
no resources for items such as overtime. The second force is the new policy
recently adopted by Council requiring that requests for City services, such as
these for community events, will be considered on individual merit.
Mr. Christofferson explained that the question is not whether the police
services will be provided, as it is an absolute necessity that adequate
traffic control be provided as a matter of public safety. The issue is
whether these services will be paid for by the Air Show or by the City.
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Mr. Christofferson stated that it appears that because the Air Show raises a
large sum of money, which is subsequently distributed to a variety of
community organizations, it would be in a position to pay for these services,
just as it pays for a variety of others. On the other hand, the Air Show is a
generator of considerable revenue locally, and perhaps Council will want to
take that factor into account.
Phil Putnam, of the Exchange Club of Redding, stated that the Exchange Club's
policy has been to donate its generated revenue to various charities. He
requested Council consideration in providing the necessary police support
required for Air Show '92.
Council Member Anderson opined that the City is moving in the right direction
with regard to subsidizing community events. He inquired, however, if the Air
Show Committee had sufficient notice in which to budget for this additional
expense.
Dave McGeorge, Air Show '92 Chairman, stated that part of the Exchange Club's
contention is that the Air Show is probably one of the largest revenue-
generating events. It is anticipated that Air Show '92 will have the largest
turnout to date. The Exchange Club has contributed approximately $450,000.00
to various service organizations within the Redding area which depend on the
Air Show as one of their major fund-raising events. He related that the
Exchange Club is also concerned about the large fees associated with their
building being constructed at the Redding Municipal Airport, which will be
jointly utilized with the Airports Maintenance Department; however, the
Exchange Club is aware of the City's current budget situation. He requested
Council's consideration in providing the required police services for Air Show
'92 due to the additional revenue generated for the City through various
taxes.
Council Member Dahl stated that there is no question about the Air Show's
popularity; however, the City's General Fund is under extreme pressure and
funds
are not currently available to provide the required police services. He,
therefore, regrettably suggested that the cost of these services be charged to
the Exchange Club of Redding.
Council Member Arness recommended that the process be phased in over a period
of two or three years in order to properly educate the various groups which
will be affected by the new policy.
Council Member Kehoe concurred with Council Member Arness' recommendation.
Given today's competitive environment, he suggested that the City also provide
the sponsor of an event the opportunity to provide their own services.
Mayor Moss stated that if a group can show that it will put on the same
traditional type show which it has successfully demonstrated in the past, the
City should be receptive to funding the required services. He indicated that
the $8,500.00 subsidy being requested for Air Show '92 is a very small portion
of the revenue which the City will derive from this event. In recognition of
the profits generated, the City should remain flexible in providing financial
assistance for such events as the Air Show and Jazz Festival. He indicated
that because of the policy magnitude, it might be appropriate for Council to
defer consideration of this item until the workshop on April 25, 1992.
Mr. Christofferson interjected that Council has established a policy, which
this report is based on; however, the policy has not yet been acted upon.
Staff visualizes that in future years, groups desiring City assistance for
community events will address their requests to Council in March and April of
each year. These requests would then be considered during the budget process,
at which time specific dollar contributions would be budgeted for individual
events.
Motion made by Council Member Dahl to require the Exchange Club of Redding to
reimburse the City for its required services during Air Show '92, estimated at
$8,500.00, died due to lack of a second.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
to defer action on the issue of compensation for City services for Air Show
'92 until Council's workshop on April 25, 1992.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Dahl
Absent: Council Members - None
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-8-92, by Andrew Norman
and William Farrell (2755 and 2723 Eureka Way)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Rezoning Application RZ-8-92.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Affidavit of Continued Public Hearing
Planning Commission Recommendation dated April 14, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests, other than the one included in
the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1992, were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission at its April 14, 1992, meeting reviewed a request to amend two of
the site-plan-review criteria in the zoning of two parcels located at 2723 and
2755 Eureka Way in a "CO-F" District. The purpose of the rezoning request is
to eliminate reference to a height limitation and to reduce the building
setback along Eureka Way. The Commission recommended that the setback on
Eureka Way be reduced from 75 feet to 30 feet or 15 feet south of the top of
the cut bank, whichever in combination is greater. The Commission also
recommended that the 30-foot height limitation be deleted as long as the
building height does not exceed 708 feet in elevation, whereby the building
height becomes 40 feet.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
approve the amendment of the site-plan-review criteria as recommended by the
Planning Commission, ratify the Negative Declaration, and offer the ordinance
for first reading.
Bill Woodward, 1095 Hillcrest Place, reviewed the subject property's different
zoning transitions. He stated that he has lived in the neighborhood for 26
years and stressed the importance of the original zoning ordinance, No. 1666,
being maintained. He indicated that he unfortunately received a telephone
message from Mr. Perry too late to provide testimony at the Planning
Commission meeting on April 14, 1992. If the set-back to Eureka Way is
lessened, it will allow a 40-foot building to be built on top of a 20-foot
bank. He related that other buildings along Eureka Way are either set back or
under 30 feet in height. In addition, it will allow for more development
which will affect parking density and the square footage permissible to be
constructed. He commented that at the time Ordinance No. 1666 was adopted,
Council was concerned about the privacy of the residences and the ability of
the people under an "R-1" setting to continue to live there and maintain the
value of their property. He requested that Council not approve the proposed
changes but continue to protect the residential area as originally agreed to
by all parties involved.
Larry Farrell indicated that he was one of the original owners who purchased
the subject property in 1970, with the sale being contingent upon the property
being rezoned commercial. At the time the rezoning request was considered by
the Planning Commission in 1970, there was also controversy and a compromise
of 708 elevation and a 40-foot set back was finally reached. In 1983, the
Planning Commission considered a request to split the property into five
parcels and there were three primary opponents. He disagreed with the 708
elevation limitation and requested that the set-back requirement be amended.
Phil Grauel, 2800 Foothill, expressed concern over having different building
height limitations in different areas of the City. Zoning and visual impact
need to be considered when these types of requests are made. He stated that
he does not disagree with the City's zoning procedures; however, if commercial
buildings are allowed to be built on high elevation property, they need to
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resemble homes more than commercial buildings. He asked Council to retain the
existing zoning requirements.
Andrew Norman stated that if the building is constructed further down the
hill, the view of the surrounding residents would not be obstructed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Dahl related that the subject parcels have been available for a
considerable period of time and are not economically usable as they currently
exist. He stated that the Planning Commission's recommendation makes the
property usable, without further offending the viewscape of the surrounding
residents.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness that
Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-8-92:
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 Planning
Commission on March 10, 1992.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - None
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 2007 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-8-92).
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-9-92, by the City of Redding
(Forest Homes Subdivision, Unit 1)
(L-010-230 & S-100-205)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Rezoning Application RZ-9-92.
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 April 14, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission at its March 24, 1992, meeting recommended approval of the rezoning
of property located within the Forest Homes Subdivision, Unit 1 from "U-FP"
Unclassified District with Floodplain to "R-1" Single Family Residential
District.
Mr. Perry stated that the purpose of the proposed zoning is to remove the
floodplain designation, to establish consistency with the City's General Plan
designations, and to provide more complete land-use information to potential
buyers and residents.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
approve the rezoning as recommended by the Planning Commission, certify the
negative declaration, and offer the ordinance for first reading.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on
this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, 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 Kehoe, that
Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-9-92:
1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
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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 certify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Redding
Planning Commission on March 24, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 2008 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 to "R-1" Single-Family Residential
District (RZ-9-92).
PUBLIC HEARING
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-2-92 by Sharon Green and the
City of Redding (4531, 4545, 4551 Hillmonte Drive)
(G-030-010)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding GPA-2-92.
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 April 14, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that one protest was received, as indicated in
the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1992.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission at its March 24, 1992, meeting recommended approval of a General
Plan amendment request to reclassify property at 4531, 4545, and 4551
Hillmonte Drive from "Residential, 9.0 units per acre" to "Service
Commercial."
Mr. Perry explained that the purpose of the General Plan amendment is to bring
existing nonconforming development on the northern two parcels into compliance
with the City Code. Prior to annexation to the City in 1976, the parcels were
zoned commercial. With adoption of the Enterprise Area Plan in 1982, the
parcels were classified as "Residential, 9.0 units per acre;" however,
continuous commercial occupancy of the buildings has occurred since
annexation. Upon approval of a General Plan amendment, the existing
businesses would be required to obtain a use permit to legitimize the
commercial activities on the parcels. With submittal of a use permit, the
parcels would be subject to further review for neighborhood compatibility,
parking, frontage improvements, and screening from adjacent residential uses.
It is the opinion of both the Planning Commission and staff that the amendment
to "Service Commercial" is appropriate. It is, therefore, recommended that
the amendment to "Service Commercial" be approved in concept and the Negative
Declaration ratified.
Ron Hammar, 1340 Alrose Lane, expressed concern that the Planning Commission
may later decide that additional properties should be classified commercial,
thereby, adversely affecting residential properties in the area.
Sharon Green stated that she has been an owner of the subject property since
1976. It is her intent to comply with the City's request to conform with
current zoning requirements. Currently, there is no City sewer or water
service available to the property, therefore, further development of the
property cannot occur. In addition, traffic mitigation would need to be
addressed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that Council make the following findings regarding GPA-2-92:
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;
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4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding,
California; and ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Board of
Administrative Review on February 26, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl,
that General Plan Amendment GPA-2-92 be approved in concept, reclassify the
property at 4531, 4545, and 4551 Hillmonte Drive to "Service Commercial." The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Adoption of Source Reduction and Recycling Element and
Household Hazardous Waste Element
(S-020-550 & P-150-050-500 & S-050-375)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding the adoption of Source Reduction and Recycling Element and Household
Hazardous Waste Element.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
General Services Department Recommendation Dated April 10, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
General Services Director Masingale explained that the City has developed a
Source Reduction and Recycling Element (SRRE) and the Household Hazardous
Waste Element (HHWE) as required by the California Integrated Waste Management
Act of 1989. These elements were developed as regional plans in cooperation
with the County of Shasta and the City of Anderson. He recalled that drafts
of the SRRE and HHWE were reviewed by the City Council at a meeting on
September 24, 1991 and comments from that meeting were incorporated into the
elements. He stated that the County of Shasta Board of Supervisors approved
and adopted the SRRE and HHWE at its regular meeting of March 10, 1992.
At the conclusion of the public hearing, it is the recommendation of staff
that Council adopt a resolution approving the SRRE and HHWE, and instruct the
City Manager to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Shasta County
Director of Public Works.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on
this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness stated that it is important for staff to remind State
officials of the costs associated with recycling, as well as the other costs
the City is currently incurring with regard to waste management, i.e.,
landfill closure, etc.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
Resolution No. 92-182 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and adopting the County of Shasta Source Reduction and
Recycling Element dated January, 1992 and the County of Shasta Household
Hazardous Waste Element dated November, 1992, pursuant to Public Resources
Code Section 40000 et. seq., and instruct the City Manager to transmit a copy
of the resolution to the Shasta County Director of Public Works.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-182 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE TO LAFCO
(B-080-650-375)
Mayor Moss asked Council's concurrence in appointing Council Member Dahl as
the City's alternate representative to the Local Agency Formation Commission
(LAFCO).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
to appoint Council Member Dahl as the City's alternate representative to the
Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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ORDINANCE NO. 2003
- Development Agreement with NME Hospitals, Inc., a
Delaware Corporation Doing Business as Redding Medical Center (1100 Butte
Street)
(L-010-390 & A-010-100)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 2003 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Ordinance No. 2003 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Development
Agreement between the City of Redding and NME Hospitals, Inc., a Delaware
Corporation doing business as Redding Medical Center.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Ordinance No. 2003 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2004
- Rezoning Application RZ-4-92 by the City of Redding
(Woodcrest, Somerset Estates, Sunwood Homes, and Oak Creek)
(L-010-230 & S-100- )
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 2004 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Ordinance No. 2004 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 to "R-1" Single-
Family Residential District (RZ-4-92).
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Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
Ordinance No. 2004 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2005
- Rezoning Application RZ-5-92, by the City of Redding
(Carleton Subdivision and Gregory Estates)
(L-010-230 & S-100-068 & S-100-225)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 2005 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 Dahl, that
Ordinance No. 2005 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 to "R-1" Single-
Family Residential District and "U-FP" Unclassified District with Floodplain
(RZ-5-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
Ordinance No. 2005 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006
- Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 16.04 and 16.42.040
(F-205-600 & A-050-250-030)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
the full reading of Ordinance No. 2006 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Ordinance No. 2006 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 16.04, Building Official -
Permits, and Section 16.42.040, Time of Payment of Construction Taxes.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Ordinance No. 2006 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
In a Report to City Council dated April 17, 1992, incorporated herein by
reference, City Manager Christofferson explained that the following bills are
currently under consideration and recommended possible positions Council may
wish to take on each: 1) Oppose SCA39 and SB1977 which would impose a 90-day
waiting period on local agencies before the adoption of any new or increased
general tax, fee or assessment; 2) Oppose SB1724 requiring cities and other
agencies to sell surplus land to school districts for no more than 25 percent
of its market value; 3) Oppose AB2419 which would grant an exemption from
state and local sales and use taxes for alternatively-fueled vehicles; 4)
Oppose AB2473 which would apply new fees on waste dischargers and water users
in order to fund the State Water Resources Control Board; 5) Support AB3251
which is designed to clean up some of the unworkable provisions of AB1576
which placed new legal obligations on cities with respect to workers'
compensation data through the Business License Tax mechanism; 6) Send letter
to Congressman Herger outlining City's concerns regarding HR4126; and 7)
Oppose AB2067 which would tie the hands of police management in their ability
to investigate and discipline officers who engage in misconduct.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing the Mayor to send letters to the appropriate officials expressing
support for AB3251, opposition to SCA39, SB1977, SB1724, AB2419, AB2473 and
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AB2067 and authorizing the Mayor to send a letter to Congressman Herger
outlining the City's concerns regarding HR4126. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CORPORATION YARD
- Offer from Shasta County Builders' Exchange to Review
Schematic Drawings
(C-050-100-040)
City Manager Christofferson stated that a letter has been received from the
Shasta Builders' Exchange offering to convene a committee of local builders to
review the plans for the Corporation Yard. The intent of this review is to
determine the extent to which any modifications can be made prior to the
preparation of working drawings, reflecting economies or improvements in
design from the standpoint of construction.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council accept the offer of the
Builders' Exchange, with the expectation that a report will be received within
a 30-day time frame.
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Council Member Anderson stated that the offer from the Builders' Exchange is
an excellent idea. He does not favor proceeding with the working drawings
until the recommendation from the Builders' Exchange is received.
Council Member Dahl expressed his appreciation to the Builders' Exchange for
offering to review the Corporation Yard's schematic drawings. However,
because of the condition of the General Fund, he opined it would be prudent to
halt any further expenditures on the Corporation Yard, City Hall, or the
Police Administration Building. Those monies which have been set aside for
working drawings can then be refunded to those funds from which they were
derived, thereby assisting to balance this year's budget. He stated that once
the City has a recognized source of revenue and a good financing plan, perhaps
the Builders' Exchange could then be invited to review the plans; until that
time, the project should be put on hold.
Council Member Kehoe concurred with Council Member Dahl.
Council Member Arness opined that it would be advantageous for the City to
have a set of plans available for usage should some revenue become available
at a later date. The drawings for this type of facility should not be dated.
He recommends proceeding with the drawings, as the risks associated with
proceeding are limited. He is, however, not in favor of voting to fund the
project at the present time.
Mayor Moss indicated that the City has no choice but to have a balanced budget
for this year and next year within the next three months. He explained that a
business, which is in a cyclical situation, cannot operate by only looking
ahead one or two years with regard to long-term investments. He related that
it would not be a good business decision to stop work on the Corporation Yard
until the City has something of value for the monies it has expended to date,
such as working drawings. He stated that the offer from the Builders'
Exchange is timely and allows the City an opportunity to slow down the process
and consider its input.
Kent Dagg, Shasta County Builders' Exchange, explained that the intent of
their offer was to develop a positive partnership with the City, as well as
providing additional expertise from six major local contractors who have
completed projects of similar size.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to
accept the offer from the Shasta County Builders' Exchange to review the
Corporation Yard schematic drawings and to place the issue of funding working
drawings for the Corporation Yard on the next Council agenda. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds for Booking Fees
* (B-130-070 & L-040-300 & P-150-150)
Finance Director Downing recalled that the State passed legislation in 1990
which authorized counties to charge cities and other local entities a fee for
each prisoner booked into a county detention facility. Although this law did
not technically become effective until January 1, 1991, the booking fees were
applied retroactively to July 1, 1990. In the City's case, Shasta County
initially set the booking fee at $62.03 per prisoner. The fee was
subsequently increased to $65.43 per prisoner in fiscal year 1991-92 and will
likely increase again in fiscal year 1993-94.
Ms. Downing stated that to date, the City has paid $231,992.20 to the County
in the form of booking fees, representing payment for fiscal year 1990-91.
However, the City has withheld payment for fiscal year 1991-92 pending a court
ruling on the validity of booking fees. She explained that staff estimates
that it will be necessary to appropriate $210,000.00 for booking fees for
fiscal year 1991-92.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a budget resolution
appropriating $210,000.00 to the Police Department for booking fees.
In response to Mayor Moss, Ms. Downing replied that the County has not yet
offset payments to the City for booking fees; however, it has withheld payment
for charges relative to administration fees.
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City Manager Christofferson stated that the Sacramento Court ruled that
counties could not withhold payment to cities for booking fees.
In response to Council Member Dahl, Mr. Christofferson confirmed that this
$210,000.00 is not a budgeted expense and would require a supplemental
appropriation from the General Fund.
Council Member Kehoe asked if there would be interest penalties assessed for
non-payment. Ms. Downing replied that, to date, no penalties have been
assessed. Mr. Christofferson stated that the court, however, ruled that a 10
percent interest penalty could be assessed for non-payment.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-183 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and adopting the 80th amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 91-253 appropriating $210,000.00 for booking fees.
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Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-183 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURE ISSUES FROM APRIL 7, 1992 MEETING
Ms. Downing related that the following five items are a carry-over from the
meeting of April 7, 1992 and are being brought back for consideration.
SCHEDULE OF FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES
- re Public Works Land Development Fee
(F-205-600 & A-050-300)
Council Member Kehoe indicated that he is abstaining on this issue, as he is
reticent to increasing fees until he has a better understanding of the budget
and sources of revenue.
Public Works Director Galusha stated that the Public Works Department's Land
Development Division currently charges a fee for services it provides in the
review and approval of final maps, construction drawings, and field inspection
for new subdivisions within the City limits. A separate job number is
established for each development when the final map is submitted to account
for all work performed by the Public Works Department. Prior to acceptance of
the development by Council, the City is reimbursed for actual expenses
incurred by the department plus a 45 percent overhead charge. A recent review
of the department's actual expenses indicates the indirect overhead charges
amount to 50 percent. At the current overhead rate of 45 percent, the General
Fund is subsidizing this service by 5 percent, or $15,000.00 annually.
Mr. Galusha indicated that the Public Works Engineering Division, which
provides the preliminary and final design engineering, as well as construction
inspection for a multitude of City projects, is not reimbursed for any
overhead charges. Only direct labor and fringe benefits costs are being
recovered under the current fee schedule. The majority of the engineering
provided on capital projects is to non-General Fund departments, such as the
Water and Wastewater Utilities or for projects which have dedicated funding
sources from traffic impact, storm drain or other capital improvement fees.
Based on current overhead costs for the Public Works Department, it is
estimated that the City's General Fund is subsidizing design engineering
services provided for capital improvement projects by approximately
$375,000.00 annually. This assumes approximately 50 percent of the special
engineering services provided relate to non-General Fund departments.
Mr. Galusha stated that the current schedule of fees provides for direct costs
plus an overhead charge of 45 percent of Land Development engineering
services, however, does not provide for any overhead charges for engineering
design services provided on capital projects. If the fee schedule is amended
to provide reimbursement for all direct and overhead charges incurred by the
Public Works Department for engineering services provided on land development
activities and capital projects, the General Fund subsidy would be eliminated,
providing an estimated annual savings of $390,000.00.
Mr. Galusha related that the Shasta County Builders' Exchange supports the
proposed fee increase.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council amend the fee schedule to cover
all direct costs, plus a 50 percent overhead charge, for engineering services
provided for land development activities and capital projects. It is also
proposed that one-half percent of the fee be collected at the time
construction plans are submitted and an additional one percent be collected at
the time construction is started. If Council concurs, a resolution will be
presented for consideration later in the meeting.
Council Member Anderson stated he has no objections to the proposed changes.
Council Member Arness indicated that the concept parallels that of a
consultant, and favors the approach as long as the bookkeeping system has the
proper tracking capabilities.
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Mayor Moss opined that if the City makes decisions based upon the current
economic condition, the City will be financially stronger when the economy
improves; therefore, he favors the proposed changes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
approve in concept the amendment of the fee schedule to cover all direct
costs, plus a 50 percent overhead charge, for engineering services provided
for land development activities and capital projects and require one-half
percent of the fee to be collected at the time construction plans are
submitted and an additional one percent at the time construction is commenced.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
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RESOLUTION - Amending Schedule of Fees and Service Charges re Encroachment Fee
and Land Development Fee
(F-205-600 & A-050-300)
Public Works Director Galusha explained that the Department of Public Works
issues encroachment permits for private work in public right-of-ways. In
1988, David M. Griffith performed a fee study which included an analysis of
cost recovery for the issuance of encroachment permits. At that time, the
study revealed that the City was not recovering any of the actual cost, which
was estimated to be $64,000.00. The recommended fee schedule adopted was
intended to capture $15,000.00 of the actual cost annually. In spite of minor
adjustments to the fee since 1988, the City is not recovering the anticipated
revenue outlined in the Griffith study. During the six-month period between
July 1, 1991 and December 31, 1991, the Public Works Department issued
approximately 255 encroachment permits, which accounted for a total revenue of
$6,275.00. During the same period, Public Works spent approximately
$43,000.00 on employee salaries and equipment to administer and inspect
encroachment permits. This means that approximately 85 percent of the total
Public Works expenditure for encroachment permits is being subsidized by the
General Fund.
In an attempt to lessen the burden that this service places upon the General
Fund, Public Works proposes that the encroachment permit fee schedule be
simplified and the fees increased. A survey revealed that the City is
charging a considerably lower rate than other surveyed jurisdictions; however,
in all probability, none of the cities are recovering full costs.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the concept of making
the service more self-supporting, based upon a phased-in schedule of equal
increases over a three-year period. It is further recommended that the
minimum permit fee be raised to $50.00 and the fee based upon a percentage of
the construction cost, which seems to be a standard practice in other
communities. At the end of the three-year period, staff recommends that the
fee be reviewed again to determine the amount of the existing subsidy and
whether further fee increases are needed.
In response to Council Member Moss, Mr. Galusha replied that if computed on an
hourly basis, an accurate cost of an encroachment permit could be determined.
Council Member Anderson inquired if the Public Works Department's work load is
truly governed by the cost of the job or is a small job paying more than a
large job. Mr. Galusha answered that a small job, in fact, costs the City
more than a larger job. Staff still recognizes that smaller jobs will
continue to be subsidized to some extent.
Council Member Arness recalled that when he was the Public Works Director it
was decided that the process for an individual to put in a small amount of
curb and gutter should be simple thereby not discouraging people from
upgrading their property.
Mr. Galusha related that the Builders' Exchange recommended the fee be set at
a $50.00 minimum with the larger jobs paying only three percent versus $50.00
plus three percent, and that the process not be phased in but established at
the five- percent level.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-184 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending its Schedule of Fees and Services Charges, specifically
land development and capital improvement project engineering services
reflecting a charge of cost plus 50 percent overhead with a fee of one-half
percent of land development cost to be collected at time of submittal of
improvement plans and an additional one percent of land development cost to be
collected at time of commencement of construction and encroachment permits
reflecting a minimum fee of $50.00 or five percent of the engineer's estimate,
whichever is greater.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-184 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET REDUCTIONS
(B-130-070 & A-050-270)
Finance Director Downing related that Council at its April 7, 1992, meeting
deferred a decision on Police Department budget reductions. To date, the
Police Department has been able to identify $594,556.00 in budget reductions,
or an overall reduction of 4.82 percent. This is significantly greater than
the overall 4 percent budget reduction required by Council, though it is still
short of the Department's reduction target of 5.86 percent by $128,944.00.
Ms. Downing recalled that the removal of the Field Operations Division
vehicles would reduce the departmental budget by $118,000.00; however, it does
not reduce the cash flow necessary to fund debt service of the 1991 Equipment
Financing. Therefore, eliminating the vehicles does not produce the desired
results. It appears that if the department is to accomplish the final
$128,944.00 in budget reductions, it will have to institute a program of
furloughs and/or layoffs.
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It is the recommendation of staff that Council defer a decision on this issue
until after its workshop on April 25, 1992 and direct staff to return with a
summary of the budget situation following the workshop.
Council Member Dahl requested a cost savings figure with regard to the buzzer
being installed at the Police Department. City Manager Christofferson stated
that a figure can be provided. He indicated, however, that the savings
applies more to additional work output.
Chief of Police Blankenship confirmed that the cost savings relates more to
the fact that there will be a higher output production level as a result of
the buzzer installation, specifically in the area of documentation required by
the court system.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
defer a decision regarding further expenditure reductions in the Police
Department until after the workshop on April 25, 1992 and direct staff to
return with a summary of the budget situation following the workshop on April
25, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- re Streetlight Rates & Update
(E-090-150)
Electric Utility Director Lindley related that the Electric Utility Commission
at its special meeting of April 14, 1992, concurred with staff's
recommendation to reduce the City's existing streetlight rates. The City's
electric utility streetlight rate is applicable to all lights which are
maintained by the Electric Department and which consume unmetered electrical
energy. The rate is applicable to metered lights installed on streets, in
various parks, in certain parking lots, on private property, and at other
miscellaneous locations. However, the majority of lights served under the
streetlight rate illuminate City-owned streets and the associated lighting
costs are borne by the City's Public Works Department Streets Division.
Mr. Lindley explained that as part of the recent efforts to reduce General
Fund expenditures, the Electric Department investigated the appropriateness of
the existing streetlight rate. The investigation revealed that the aggregate
revenue generated by the City's current streetlight rate exceeds the estimated
Electric Department cost to serve the city-wide inventory of streetlights by
approximately $275,000.00 per year. Municipal public utilities typically
structure rates based upon the cost to serve particular classes of customers.
This approach also reflects Council's historical electric utility rate
philosophy. If Council desires to continue to structure rates based upon that
philosophy, it would be appropriate to adopt new rates which generate
aggregate revenue approximately $275,000.00 lower than the present streetlight
rate.
The Electric Utility Commission voted unanimously to recommend the immediate
adoption of new streetlight rates designed to yield revenue representative of
the Electric Department's cost to serve the city-wide inventory of
streetlights. This recommendation, however, is contingent upon Council's
recognition that such action would have an approximately five-eighths percent
electric utility rate impact. Council will have to deal with this impact
either through an interim electric utility rate adjustment or at the time of
the proposed November, 1992, electric utility rate adjustment. The Electric
Department concurs with the Electric Utility Commission's recommendation and
recommends that Council adopt new streetlight rates effective May 1, 1992.
Mr. Lindley explained that during the review process, staff found that the
proposed streetlight rate reduction places it in approximately the same
position relative to PG&E as other customer rates, approximately 60 percent of
PG&E's rates for the same type of service.
In response to Council Member Dahl, Mr. Lindley explained that the streetlight
costs were calculated as close as possible based on the City's cost of power
on an off-peak rate basis.
Council Member Anderson related that before he would vote in favor of any rate
increases, staff would have to provide very good supporting documentation.
Mayor Moss stated he sees no logic in making the decrease effective May 1,
1992, when the over-charge has been occurring the entire fiscal year. He
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indicated that the same rationale used for making the decrease effective May
1, 1992, could be used for making it effective July 1, 1991, thereby,
assisting in balancing the General Fund.
Council Member Dahl stated he did not want to realize a revenue enhancement
for the General Fund if the ratepayer provides the subsidy. He expressed a
desire to have the healthy Enterprise Fund Departments look at possible
expenditure reductions rather than looking at rate increases as the solution.
He indicated that with the Electric Department's revenue estimates being off,
similar to the General Fund's sales tax estimates, it will also be looking at
expense reductions.
Council Member Anderson concurred with Council Member Dahl.
Council Member Moss stated that the residents of Redding are only paying 60
percent of what the PG&E ratepayer is required to pay. Any revenues not
recovered will have to be reduced from departmental budgets, such as the
Police
Department. Thus far, the Electric Department has not been required to make
any reductions and with the size of its budget, this revenue reduction could
be absorbed by the department without affecting electric rates. This is not a
situation where the rate increase has to be automatically passed on to the
electrical payer. He opined that it is time for the Enterprise Fund
Departments to commence assisting with the budget situation and suggested that
the rate decrease be retroactive to July 1, 1991.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 92-185 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending the City of Redding Municipal Utilities Schedule of
Rates for Streetlight Service, effective May 1, 1992.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Moss
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-185 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
GENERAL FUND UPDATE
(B-130-070)
City Manager Christofferson highlighted the Report to City Council dated April
1, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, regarding budget matters relative
to personnel and revenue sources and suggested that Council may wish to
discuss this matter at its Workshop on April 25, 1992.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
defer discussion on the status of the General Fund, i.e., personnel and
revenue sources, until its workshop on April 25, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
BUDGET CONFORMANCE AND PLANNING COSTS
(B-130-070 & A-050-250)
Planning Director Perry reviewed the adjustments being made in the Planning
Division between now and next budget year or until funding is restored, as
outlined in the Report to City Council dated April 13, 1992, incorporated
herein by reference.
Mr. Perry stated that essentially the work of six to seven people who were
working part time to full time on City activities has been compressed to one
or two persons by stopping work and reassigning people to work on Housing
Authority and Redevelopment Agency tasks that have been postponed. If this is
not done, the department is facing a potential budget overrun between
$50,000.00 and $78,000.00.
Mr. Perry explained that because of the City's growth, staff's focus, until
last year, was on current applications in order to be responsive, to avoid
delays and to avoid complaints. This was done at the expense of keeping
ordinances updated, other than complaint-only code enforcement, and a viable
General Plan program. Last year, the department was reorganized to try and
cure these deficiencies, however, this takes money. He opined that the City
is behind in its General Plan program and ordinance updates and needs to place
itself in a position where some of these activities are self-supported or have
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a dedicated source of income. This is not to say that work on these areas
will not increase or decrease with good times and bad times; rather, the City
cannot afford to only do current planning for extended periods of time.
Mr. Perry indicated that the issue of code enforcement becomes more of a full-
time requirement as the City grows and there is not a mechanism currently in
place to recover the cost of code enforcement. He opined that once it gets
past the point of an initial notice of violation and failure to correct, the
violator should pay for the costs to enforce. Often staff spends more time on
curing a zoning violation, than on processing a new application. Options are
citations, property liens, or double-application costs if a permit can be
obtained. He stated that the issue is whether or not Council wants staff to
take a more in-depth and serious look at the fees being assessed. Absent
fees, you either do with less (as is now occurring), create new funding
sources, or continue to rely on the General Fund as the primary funding
source. It is recommended that Council either direct staff to submit a
proposal in conjunction with the Planning Commission or to submit a fee
proposal by June 15, 1992.
Council Member Anderson stated, that in light of the recent fifteen percent
increase in planning fees and the economic situation, he is not in favor of a
fee increase at the present time.
Mr. Perry related that the increased fee would be assessed to virtually any
individual filing a planning application. He believes fees can be increased
as long as individuals are not discouraged from filing applications.
Council Member Dahl stated that there are individuals in the development
community which would rather pay a higher developmental fee and have the
personnel available to handle the applications. If the General Fund continues
to subsidize the process, it will result in personnel reductions, thereby,
delaying application processing time.
Mayor Moss related that the citizens of the community want the City run like a
business. He stated that Council cannot react with regard to the City's costs
and fees based on what the community feels it can afford. The City must price
its products according to what it costs to administer them.
Council Member Anderson requested a breakdown on the cost per employee, as
approximately 64 percent of the General Fund is personnel related. He
concurred that if the City were to make personnel reductions, the workload
does not decrease; however, the private sector is also suffering at the
present time.
Council Member Arness stated that information is needed before a decision can
be made.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
direct staff to put together an alternative fee proposal, working in
conjunction with the Shasta County Builders' Exchange, for Council's
consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
REQUEST FOR CITY LAND FOR STREET PURPOSES
- by Brian Burk (6700 Airport Road)
(C-070-200)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that a request has
been received from Brian Burk asking to acquire a road easement across City-
owned property along Airport Road in exchange for certain improvements. The
property in question is the Airport property along the west side of Airport
Road that has been designated as surplus in order to be leased for industrial
development. He recalled that the City received an EDA grant to build a
section of frontage road and install utilities in this location. Construction
of this infrastructure is anticipated to commence in the Fall of 1992. This
work is the first phase in the development of an industrial subdivision. A
tentative subdivision map establishing the lot and street layout for the
property is scheduled to be considered by the Planning Commission in May.
Mr. Perry explained that Mr. Burk owns the property immediately to the west of
the City-owned property. The property is currently under County jurisdiction,
although an annexation is pending, which includes the property. He is
presently processing a residential tentative subdivision map in the County for
the westerly two-thirds of the property. In order to improve access to the
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industrial portion of the property, Mr. Burk is requesting an easement across
City land to connect to the new planned frontage road along Airport Road. He
noted, that Bill Rhyne, who owns property to the south; has made a similar
request which has not yet been formalized.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council accept Mr. Burk's proposal in
principle and direct staff to incorporate into any agreement conditions which
have been addressed in the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1992,
incorporated herein by reference. This approach could minimize some of the
concerns such as annexation, General Plan consistency, and abandonment of
interest in Kisling Road.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Perry related that it would be hard
to place a value on the easement, as an appraisal as not been conducted since
sewer service was provided.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
accept Brian Burk's proposal to acquire a road easement across City-owned
property along Airport Road in exchange for certain improvements and direct
staff to incorporate into the agreement conditions as outlined in the Report
to City Council, dated April 14, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
At the hour of 10:13 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting recessed.
At the hour of 10:19 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting reconvened to
regular session.
ANNEXATION 91-8
- Clear Creek Road/ACID Canal
(A-150-248)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that a letter has
been received from Marilyn Ward requesting annexation of her property located
on the north side of Clear Creek Road, west of Westside Road. The undeveloped
parcel comprises 56.3 acres and is located within a County peninsula formed by
the City boundary line to the north, east and south of the parcel.
Mr. Perry explained that the applicant has previously attempted to have her
property annexed to the City by having it added to the boundary of Annexation
91-7, Clear Creek/Westside Road Area, which was approved by Local Area
Formation Commission (LAFCO) at its meeting of March 26, 1992. Prior to the
meeting, the applicant's representative, Susan Bryant, obtained signatures
supporting the annexation expansion from the majority of land owners in the
area on both sides of Clear Creek Road. LAFCO, however, denied the expansion
request and directed the applicant to process a separate annexation request
through the City. The commissioners were primarily concerned with the lack of
information since a formal application was not prepared, including a plan for
services, environmental review documentation, land use, General Plan and
zoning information.
Mr. Perry stated that because of the considerable time expended in obtaining
the signatures, the applicant is requesting that the City initiate an
application to annex the area, and that she be exempted from paying the
annexation processing
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fee of $1,960.00. It should be noted that if the City imposes a fee on newly
annexed areas to offset the loss in property tax revenues to pay for City
services, the applicant will not support annexation.
Since the application fee has not been paid and there are no known immediate
development plans in the area, staff does not feel that there is a pressing
need to act on this request. It is recommended that Council take no action at
this time until the issue of how to cover the cost of providing services to
annexing areas is resolved. Depending on the outcome, the applicant and other
property owners in this area may or may not support annexation.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to
defer action on Annexation 91-8, Clear Creek Road/ACID Canal, until the issue
of how to cover the cost of providing services to annexing areas is resolved.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Previously Approved General Plan Amendments
(G-030-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recommended adoption of a
resolution approving general plan amendments previously approved by the City
Council.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
Resolution No. 92-186 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding adopting the
following general plan amendments: (1) General Plan Amendment GPA-12-91, by
Richard Bean (1905 Sonoma Street); (2) General Plan Amendment GPA-21-91, by
Ted Young, (1395 and 1411 Branstetter Lane); and (3) General Plan Amendment
GPA-2-92, by Sharon Green and the City of Redding (4531, 4545, 4551 Hillmonte
Drive).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-186 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT
(A-050-250)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted the Monthly Status
Report through March, 1992, for the following work areas: (1) Annexations;
(2) Planning and Zoning; (3) Building and Population; (4) Housing
Assistance; (5) Redevelopment Agency; and (6) Cable. This was an information
item and no action was required.
FLOODPLAIN ENFORCEMENT
- Federal Review
(L-010-050)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State Department of Water Resources
recently audited the Planning Department's procedures with regard to the
implementation of FEMA's floodplain regulations and the City's Floodplain
Ordinance. It was concluded that "Redding has exceptionally good
administrative and enforcement procedures in place." Both agencies
recommended that the City participate in FEMA's Community Rating System and
take credit for the extra effort given to flood-damage prevention.
Mr. Perry stated that the Community Rating System provides flood insurance
premium credits to property owners who are required to obtain flood insurance.
Staff has investigated the program; and based on the number of Redding
policyholders (163), it does not appear cost effective to justify the City's
participation at this time. This federal program is in its infant stage; and
after a few years of operation, staff will reexamine it relative to the
participation of other communities to see how they judge the program's
benefits.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
to accept the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1992, incorporated herein
by reference, regarding the Federal Review of the City's Floodplain
Enforcement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SURPLUS PROPERTY
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(C-070-200)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
directed staff to select ten parcels of surplus property to process for
potential sale or lease. Staff recommended twelve properties be reviewed in
recognition that two or four of these parcels will fall out through the
process, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated April 14, 1992,
incorporated herein by reference. He noted that the Fire Chief is in
accordance with the property recommendations which are in close proximity to
fire halls.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the list as presented
and direct staff to proceed on a billable hours and cost of materials basis.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
approve the list of properties as presented in the Report to City Council
dated April 14, 1992 and direct staff to proceed on a billable hours and cost
of materials basis. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- re Property Tax Exchange Agreement, Annexation 91-6, Hawley Road
Area
(T-010-650 & A-150-246)
Council Member Kehoe stated he will abstain from voting and discussion on this
matter.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council at its
November 5, 1991, meeting directed staff to initiate revised Property Tax
Exchange Agreements on all annexations pending at LAFCO. The Agreements give
Shasta County 100 percent of the Base Year Tax and 100 percent of all annual
tax increment revenue that was allocated to Shasta County prior to annexation.
The Agreements provide Redding 100 percent of the Base Year Tax and 100
percent of all annual tax increment revenue that was allocated to the Shasta
County Fire Protection District before annexation.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution which
provides a Property Tax Exchange Agreement for Annexation 91-6, Hawley Road
Area.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Perry stated that if a charge is
assessed for servicing newly annexed areas, which the applicant disagrees
with, they still retain their right to protest.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-187 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving a resolution involving property tax transfers between the
County of Shasta and the City of Redding for the City of Redding
Reorganization No. 91-6 (Hawley Road Area).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
Resolution No. 92-187 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
NATIONAL PLAN OF INTEGRATED AIRPORT SYSTEMS (NPIAS)
- Entering Benton Airpark
(A-090-020)
Airports Director Ruff explained that the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) Airports District Office, under Mr. John Pfeifer, feels that Redding
Municipal Airport and Benton Airpark form the most major and important airport
system for the North State. Congruently, it is the FAA's opinion that Benton
should be included in the NPIAS.
Mr. Ruff stated that one of the major benefits of this inclusion will be the
eligibility for (FAA) Federal funding for Benton. Such funding will greatly
enhance the financial status of Benton by not having to rely on Caltrans loans
for 100 percent project costs and incurring the debt service of such loans.
However, another major benefit is that Mr. Pfeifer's Airports District Office
is well-equipped to provide the required funding agency engineering review of
any project plans and specifications submitted to secure said funding.
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Mr. Ruff indicated that Redding Municipal Airport will witness increased
commercial activity in the future, an indication of which is the steadily
rising number of annual enplaned passengers. In reality, Benton is already
performing reliever service for Redding Municipal as an integral part of
Redding's airport system. This role will assume greater importance as time
goes by, with or especially without the future third general aviation airport
recommended by the Airports Commission to Council.
It is the recommendation of both the Airports Commission and staff that
Council authorize the preparation of a response letter to John Pfeiffer of the
FAA Airports District Office expressing the City's support of entering Benton
Airpark in the NPIAS and classifying it as a Reliever Airport.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
authorize staff to prepare a response letter to John Pfeiffer of the Federal
Aviation Administration Airports District Office expressing the City's support
of entering Benton Airpark into the National Plan of Integrated Airport
Systems (NPIAS) and classifying it as a reliever airport. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
FLY-IN CAMPING PARK
- at Benton Airpark by the Ninety-Nines, Inc.
(A-090-020)
Airports Director Ruff related that a request has been received from the Mt.
Shasta Chapter of the Ninety Nines, Inc. to develop a fly-in airport
campground at Benton Airpark. A substantial part of the fabric of this
international organization are the volunteer projects which they complete for
the airports in the vicinity of their respective Chapter. The Ninety Nines
work on a volunteer basis and prime examples of their excellent projects are
the compass roses painted at both the City's airports.
Mr. Ruff stated that the park will be constructed according to City and
airport standards and policies, following the required permitting and use
processes. Because this project will be accomplished on a volunteer basis, it
will be a "living" project until completion. The Ninety Nines envision the
beautification to be ongoing.
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Mr. Ruff explained that this project will bring an excellent dimension to the
Benton general aviation facilities. It will provide an increase in revenue
through additional tie-down fees, as well as facilities to benefit both
transient pilots and our own community. It is the recommendation of both the
Airports Commission and staff that Council approve the development of a fly-in
park by the Ninety Nines, Inc.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Ruff replied that the only cost to
the City would be operating and maintenance expenses. The City might be
required to furnish a water meter at a later date.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
approve the development of a fly-in park at Benton Airpark by the Ninety
Nines, Inc., as described in the Report to City Council dated April 15, 1992,
incorporated herein by reference. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PROPOSAL TO PRIVATIZE CITY'S FUEL SERVICES
(A-050-150-150 & A-090)
General Services Director Masingale stated that it has been determined that it
is no longer feasible to own underground storage tanks (UST). Owning,
testing, monitoring, and maintaining these tanks is now costing the City an
additional $.23 per gallon used. On top of these costs, the operating
environmental liability has reached staggering proportions if a leaky UST is
detected. General Services believes that it would be cost effective to
privatize the fueling operation and thus realize a very substantial cost
savings, not only by the cost being less per gallon, but also by eliminating
the City's potential financial liability due to contamination of surrounding
soil or ground-water.
Mr. Masingale related that during current budget preparation, it became clear
that the immediate removal of the remaining tanks is more cost effective than
maintaining them over an eight-year period. Staff is recommending that Fleet
Management remove all remaining Fire Department, City Corporation Yard, and
Electric Department tanks. The Airports Department has requested Council's
authorization to remove the Evergreen facility tanks, and the Water and
Wastewater Divisions are budgeting for removal of various tanks at their
facilities in 1992-93. The Police Department has requested that their UST be
excluded from removal until plans have been made to ensure no disruption of
public safety and/or emergency services and is working with Fleet Management
toward the eventual removal of the tank. The Airports Director is also
working with staff for the eventual removal of the Benton Airpark tanks.
Mr. Masingale explained that staff has met with two local cardlock vendors.
It has been determined that these vendors are willing to provide the necessary
credit cards for each vehicle at no cost to the City, and the City's cost for
the fuel would be $.05 per gallon above the City's current contract delivery
price to our tanks, a savings of $.18 per gallon. It is estimated that in
fiscal year 1992-93, 519,500 gallons of fuel would be used at a cost of
$384,450.00. By approving the cardlock system through privatization, the City
would realize a savings of $93,510.00.
Mr. Masingale stated that staff estimates it would cost $48,000.00 to remove
11 tanks, providing that none of the tanks have leaked and contaminated soil
or groundwater. Staff is targeting July 1, 1992, to implement the cardlock
system and commence immediate removal of the City's existing USTs. Monies for
removal of these tanks has been included in the 1992-93 budget.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize staff to negotiate
with local cardlock vendors to provide fuel for the City and authorize staff
to prepare plans and specifications for the removal of designated USTs
beginning July 1, 1992.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Masingale related that those tanks
posing the greatest problems were the first to be removed. The remaining
tanks have been tested and there are no indications of leaking.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, to
authorize staff to negotiate with local cardlock vendors to provide fuel
service for the City and authorize staff to prepare plans and specifications
for the removal of the designated underground storage tanks, beginning July 1,
1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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04/21/92
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from PG&E to California Public Utilities Commission re Application to
permit use of certain of its rights of way and to allow use of and
access to certain other of its properties and facilities to MCI
Telecommunications Corporation and Motion for Partial Summary
Disposition
(S-050-350)
Letter from PG&E to California Public Utilities Commission re Application to
permit use of certain of its rights of way and to allow use of and
access to certain other of its properties and facilities to MCI
Telecommunications Corporation, Motion for Partial Summary Disposition
and Motion for Protection of Proprietary Information
(S-050-350)
Notice of Filing for Increased Electric and Gas Rates by PG&E
(S-050-350)
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Bert & Ernies (Austin, Kristin, J. and Robert E.)
825 Industrial Street
San Francisco Delicatessen (Luntey, Brenda & John)
2447 Athens Avenue
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:38 p.m., Mayor Moss
declared the meeting adjourned to 8:30 a.m., April 25, 1992 at the Shasta
House, 8750 Wonderland Boulevard, Redding, California, for a Council Workshop.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk