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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1992-05-051 05/05/92 City Council, Regular Meeting City Council Chambers Redding, California May 5, 1992 7:05 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Reverend Bill Burgess, Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Moss with the following Council Members present: Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss. Council Member Dahl was absent. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, City Attorney Hays, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric Utility Services Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Police Chief Blankenship, Director of Finance Downing, Principal Planner Keaney, Director of Personnel Bristow, Senior Planner King, Airports Director Ruff, Associate Planner Morgon, Risk Manager Mlinarcik, Housing Supervisor Garrity, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES - Former Commissioners (B-080-010 & B-080-300 & B-080-350) Mayor Moss presented plaques of appreciation to the following former commissioners: 1) Keith Rose - Airports Commission; 2) Cynthia Gelonek - Planning Commission; and 3) Virgil Tomasin - Recreation and Parks Commission. He related that the City has a policy which stipulates that a commissioner can only serve two terms and all three of these highly qualified individuals have reached their term limitations. Virgil Tomasin stated that it is a wonderful gesture that the City allows individuals the opportunity to contribute to their community, in the form of time. He enjoyed his service on the Recreation and Parks Commission. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mayor Moss advised that the item regarding the approval of minutes is being removed. 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. 20, check numbers 180819 through 181434 inclusive, in the amount of $3,516,908.86, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 22, check numbers 336461 through 337184 inclusive, in the amount of $834,335.63, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $228,449.36, for a total of $1,062,784.99, for the period of April 12, 1992 through April 25, 1992, be approved. TOTAL: $4,579,693.85 Resolution - Appropriating Funds re Legal Services in Connection with County of Shasta Suit Against Bureau of Reclamation * (B-130-070 & F-200-200-050) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 92-188 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 91st amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $1,670.00 for legal services in connection with County of Shasta suit against Bureau of Reclamation. Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Community Special Events * (B-130-070 & B-130-030) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-189 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 84th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $22,000.00 for community special events. 2 05/05/92 Resolution - General Fund Appropriation Reductions (B-130-070) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-190 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 89th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 (1) reducing General Fund appropriations by $326,000.00; and (2) transferring $130,000.00 from the Development Fund (General City Projects) to the General Fund, for a total of $456,000.00. Resolutions - Reimbursement of Certain Capital Expenditures (D-050 & C-175-825-100 & C-050-050) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-191 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 Shasta Area Safety Communications Agency (SHASCOM) Emergency Dispatch Facility. It is further recommended that Resolution No. 92-192 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 Redding Civic Center. Set Public Hearing - re Rezoning Application RZ-10-88, by Don Lynn and the City of Redding (Forest Homes, Unit 2) (L-010-230 & S-100-208) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 19, 1992, regarding Rezoning Application RZ-10-88, a request to rezone property to "R1-BFM" Single Family Residential District. Resolution Setting Public Hearing - re Abandonment Application A-1-92 by Cameo Homes (South side of Dana Drive, north of State Highway 44, and east of Churn Creek Road Overcrossing) (A-010-100) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-193 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to abandon a 30-foot by 142-foot section of the Dana Drive right-of-way adjacent to 1045 Dana Drive (on the south side of Dana Drive, north of Shasta Highway 44, and east of the Churn Creek Road overcrossing) (A-1-92), and set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., June 2, 1992. Resolution - Property Tax Exchange Agreement for Annexation 90-17, Stillwater Treatment Plant (T-010-650 & A-150-239) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-194 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding involving property tax transfers between the County of Shasta and the City of Redding for the City of Redding Reorganization No. 90-17, Stillwater Treatment Plant. Set Public Hearing - re 1992 Community Development Block Grant Program (G-100-030-037) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 19, 1992, to consider the 1992 Community Development Block Grant Program. Resolution - Authorizing Receipt and Appropriating Funds re Redding Community Access Channel Resolution - Approving Amendment to Public Access Funding Agreement * (B-130-070 & T-040-350-200) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-195 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 87th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing the receipt of $4,950.00 in revenue and appropriating a like amount for matching funds for Redding Community Access Channel. It is further recommended that Resolution No. 92-196 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 of Public Access Agreement entered into by and 3 05/05/92 between the City of Redding and Viacom Cablevision, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Viacom International, Inc. Set Public Hearing - re Surface Mining and Reclamation Ordinance (C-110-100 & E-020) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., May 19, 1992, to consider the addition of Chapter 18.63 to the Redding Municipal Code, pertaining to Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA). Resolution - re Streetlight Rates for City-Owned Streetlights (E-090-150) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No. 92-197 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution No. 92-185, and amending the City of Redding Municipal Utilities Schedule of Rates for streetlight service, effective July 1, 1991. Redding Power Plant - Sale of Planer Building and Planer Chain Building (B-050-100-700 & E-120-300-700) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the sale of buildings at Redding Power Plant at the auction prices of $5,500.00 for the planer building and $8,000.00 for the planer chain building be approved. Revenue from these sales will be credited to Job Order No. 6921-80. Resolution - Approving Issuance of Card Room License Application: Casino Club (L-070-030) It is the recommendation of the Chief of Police that Resolution No. 92-198 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the issuance of a card room license for the Casino Club (Wayne and Ileana Harris). 4 05/05/92 Resolution - Agreement with U.S. Elevator for Elevator Maintenance, Bid Schedule No. 2595 (B-050-100 & A-070-020) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No. 92-199 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 United States Elevator Corp. for elevator maintenance at various City locations, effective May 1, 1992 through April 30, 1995. Transfer Station - Supplement to Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (L-010-075 & S-020-650) It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Council authorize staff to explore other possible alternatives regarding the preparation of the supplement to the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Viking Way site. Council previously approved the supplement to the transfer station EIR be prepared by CH2M Hill; however, staff believes their price is too expensive. Resolution - Authorizing Destruction of Certain Documents (A-050-055-750) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Resolution No. 92-200 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the destruction of certain records. Redding Rodeo Parade - Request for City Co-Sponsorship (P-010-100) It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the Asphalt Cowboys' request for the City to co-sponsor the 1992 Rodeo Parade to be held Saturday, May 16, 1992. Resolution - Authorizing and Appropriating Funds re Repair of Traffic Signals * (B-130-070 & T-080-700) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92- 201 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 85th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 authorizing the receipt of $5,000.00 in revenue and appropriating a like amount for traffic maintenance materials. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2617, Construction of Underground Utility Services at Redding Municipal Airport (B-050-020 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2617 (Job No. 9202), construction of underground utility services at Redding Municipal Airport, be awarded to the low bidder, Charles R. McKinney, in the amount of $8,230.00, an additional $1,470.00 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $1,500.00 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $11,200.00. Funds in the amount of $11,200.00 have been budgeted for this project. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2618, Construct Modular Fire Department Dormitory at Redding Municipal Airport (B-050-020 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2618 (Job No. 9204), construct a 26' x 40' Modular Fire Department Dormitory at Redding Municipal Airport, be awarded to the low bidder, Sweeley's Mobilehomes, in the amount of $69,145.00, an additional $3,000.00 be approved to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and $6,000.00 be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of $78,145.00. Funds in the amount of $79,000.00 have been budgeted for this project which is funded by FAA at a 90 percent reimbursement rate and a 10 percent Caltrans loan representing the City's share. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2609, Redding Mall Piping Improvement Project (B-050-020 & W-030-725 & M-010-200) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2609 (Job No. 9031), awarded to Bobby Martin Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $71,663.50. Rejection of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2637, Refacing of Traffic Signs 5 05/05/92 (B-050-100 & T-080-720) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2637 (Job No. 5114-12), refacing of traffic signs, be rejected, as the sole bidder did not meet bid specifications, and staff authorized to re-advertise. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2636, Traffic Signs (B-050-100 & T-080-720) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2636 (Job No. 5114-12), traffic signs, be awarded to the low bidder, Safeway Sign Company, in the amount of $12,808.87. Funds for the purchase are available in Account No. 111-514-2513, Maintenance, Materials, Paint. Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 2616, High Pressure Pipe Cleaner (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2616 (Job No. 9150-40) be awarded to the low bidder, WECO, in the amount of $52,177.33. Sufficient funds are budgeted for this purchase. Resolution - re Program Supplement No. 023, Rev. 1, with Caltrans for Funding of Court/South Signal Revision, Bid Schedule No. 2528 (T-080-700 & B-050-200) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92- 202 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Program Supplement No. 023, Revision 1, to Local Agency-State Agreement for Federal-Aid Projects No. 02- 5068, Project No. MG-Y233(033), E.A. No. 02-451334, by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation, to upgrade the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Court Street and South Street. Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2513, Eastside Road Realignment (B-050-020 & S-070-100-170) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 2513 (Job No. 9997), Eastside Road realignment, awarded to North State Asphalt, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $476,094.42. Acceptance of Final Map - Northridge Gardens Subdivision (East of Mountain View Drive and south of Constitution Way) (S-100-522) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Northridge Gardens Subdivision, developed by Western Acres, Inc., be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution Nos. 92-188, 92-189, 92-190, 92-191, 92-192, 92-193, 92-194, 92- 195, 92-196, 92-197, 92-198, 92-199, 92-200, 92-201, and 92-202 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING re Annexation 89-14, Girvan/Pit Road Area (A-150-220) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Annexation 89-14. 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 May 5, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Shasta Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), at its March 26, 1992, meeting 6 05/05/92 approved Annexation 89-14, Girvan/Pit Road Area, and designated the City Council as the agency for the conducting authority proceedings. The primary reason for this annexation is to receive City services, sewer and water, to accommodate planned residential development. Until the Council resolves the issue of how to pay for City services in newly annexing areas, it is the recommendation of staff that no action be taken on this annexation and that the public hearing be continued to May 19, 1992. Dwayne Miller, applicant's engineer, stated the applicant does not have a problem with staff's recommendation. Mr. Perry explained that by continuing the public hearing, the applicant retains his right to protest pending the resolution of paying for City services in newly-annexing areas. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, to continue the public hearing regarding Annexation 89-14, Girvan/Pit Road Area, to May 19, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING re Annexation 90-3, Clear Creek Mobile Park (A-150-225) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Annexation 90-3. 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 May 5, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that one protest, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated May 5, 1992, was received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Shasta Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) approved Annexation 90-3, Clear Creek Road Mobile Park, and designated the City Council as the agency for the conducting authority proceedings. The primary purpose of the annexation is to receive City sewer to serve an existing 40-space mobile home park on 3.3 acres, which is now being provided by the City. The applicant has requested that Council proceed with the annexation as the land does not have potential for future development, therefore, the fees being considered might not be applicable. It is the recommendation of staff that Council proceed with the conducting authorizing proceedings on this annexation and, after testimony is taken, close the public hearing. If written protests are received from less than 25 percent of the registered voters residing within the annexation, it is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the attached resolution ordering the boundary change. In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Perry clarified that the assumption being used is that the annexation fee or the establishment of a Mello-Roos district would not be applicable to this annexation. A tax which is comparable to a utility tax would, however, be applicable. In addition to receiving sewer service, the applicant would like his tenants to be eligible for the City's housing rehabilitation program. Council Member Anderson stated that the applicant needs to be aware of all the ramifications associated with the proposed annexation. In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Perry related that the Annexation Agreements are considered by LAFCO as part of its review process. In response to Council Member Kehoe's question regarding the direct costs to the City associated with this annexation, Mr. Perry replied that although he could not provide a quantified answer, staff support will be required for the business license, and potential responses for police and fire protection. Streets in the front of the mobile park are already being maintained by the City. In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Perry stated that the only issue associated with continuing this public hearing is the applicant's desire to have his tenants eligible for the City's housing rehabilitation program. 7 05/05/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to continue the public hearing regarding Annexation 90-3, Clear Creek Mobile Park, to May 19, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING re Annexation 91-7, Clear Creek/Westside Road Area (A-150-247) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Annexation 91-7. 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 May 5, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that one protest, in addition to the one indicated in the Report to City Council dated May 5, 1992, was received from Marguerite Thompson. Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the Shasta Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), at its March 26, 1992, meeting approved Annexation 91-7, Clear Creek/Westside Road Area, and designated the City Council as the agency for the conducting authority proceedings. The primary reason for this annexation is to receive City sewer services to accommodate construction of an auto sales building pursuant to a recently issued County use permit. Until Council resolves the issue of how to pay for providing City services in newly-annexing areas, it is the recommendation of staff that no action be taken on this annexation. Accordingly, it is recommended that the conducting authority public hearing be continued to the meeting of May 19, 1992. Marguerite Thompson, 7940 Highway 273, stated her opposition to the proposed annexation. She stated that the residents in this area are elderly and annexation will only cause an additional burden upon them. Associate Planner Morgon related that when this area was surveyed for possible annexation, 91 percent of the land value of the area supported annexation. He explained that Mr. Schmitt was not the main factor behind the boundary configuration. The boundary was defined by City and LAFCO staff to eliminate potential islands and peninsulas and this was viewed as the only logical boundary. Mayor Moss requested that staff meet with the two owners in this annexation who oppose annexation and explain the costs and advantages of being located within the City. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to continue the public hearing regarding Annexation 91-7, Clear Creek/Westside Road Area, to May 19, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 8 05/05/92 PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Park Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 through 6 and Parcel R1 (A-170-075-005) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 5. 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 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to initiate proceedings for the levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Parks Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 through 6, and Parcel R1. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $48.93 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing for May 5, 1992. It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Henry Deaver, 1798 Kingswood Way, related that he does not object to paying the annual assessment. He does not feel, however, that the service being provided is adequate and requested a breakdown of the contract requirements. He stated that it is his understanding that the assessment represents monies being paid to the contractor and the City for its administration costs. He explained that in the seven months he has lived in the area, he has only once viewed any landscape work being done. He stressed that Council should be concerned about the monitoring of City contracts and the required work being completed according to specifications. Mayor Moss advised Mr. Deaver that staff will provide him with the requested documentation regarding the landscape contracts. Jerry Cox, 1708 Kingswood Way, stated that he too is not against the assessment; however, the landscape is not being properly maintained. Mr. Perry provided Council with the history behind the formation of the landscape maintenance districts and their annual maintenance. Mr. Deaver conveyed that several years ago, the City of Fairfield had to reimburse homeowners approximately $150,000.00 because proper maintenance was not provided. City Manager Christofferson clarified that the annual assessment for this particular landscape maintenance district translates to approximately $4.00 per month. Velma Feehrer, 265 River Park Drive, stated that she located in this area due to the restrictions and felt is was a good investment. She conveyed that the assessment is excessive, as the proper landscape maintenance is not being completed and provided the following examples: high weeds which present a fire hazard and two letters missing from the word Highlands. She related that some landscape work has been done, but inexperienced individuals are utilized. In addition, she explained that streetlights were promised and are still badly needed in the area. She stressed that none of the landscape assessment funds should be placed into the General Fund, as the money is needed to maintain the area. Mr. Christofferson related that there is only a small administrative fee collected by the City to offset some of the overhead costs. Mayor Moss advised that all the concerns voiced this evening will be reviewed and proper responses provided. Council Member Anderson stated that he would also like to see the cost breakdown associated with this landscape maintenance district. Mayor Moss requested staff to provide Council copies of the cost breakdown. 9 05/05/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Kehoe commented that he would like to see the homeowners provided with landscape specifications for each district and several options for their consideration, i.e., perform the maintenance themselves, contract directly with the provider to perform the maintenance, or contract with the City in a competitive environment to provide the service. Mr. Perry stated that important issues surrounding the use of property owners to perform the maintenance includes obtaining a sufficient number of interested homeowners and the collection of the assessment, as it cannot be on a volunteer basis. City Attorney Hays related that if the proper maintenance is not performed by the homeowners, the City does not have the ability to perform it. The formation of the landscape maintenance district was viewed by the City as the most viable method, thereby allowing for collection of assessments through the tax structure, an ongoing basis for the generation of revenue, and the ability to contract to have the work completed. The alternatives mentioned by Council Member Kehoe have not historically worked as anticipated. Council Member Kehoe requested staff to respond to the options which he outlined. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-203 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 5, River Park Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 through 6 and Parcel R1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $48.93. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-203 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 6, Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 1 through 7 and Parcel R1 (A-170-075-006) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 6. 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 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that one protest, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated April 22, 1992, was received from Howard Kirby. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to initiate proceedings for the levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 6, Ravenwood Subdivision, Units 1 through 7, and Parcel R1. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $43.10 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing. It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-204 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the 10 05/05/92 City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 6, Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 1 through 7 and Parcel R1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $43.10. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-204 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 7, River Heights Planned Development Annexation (A-170-075-007) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 7. 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 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to annex River Heights Planned Development into Landscape Maintenance District No. 7. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $113.00 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing. It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-205 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 7, River Heights Planned Development Annexation, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $113.00. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-205 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 11, Western Acres Subdivision, Unit 1, Annexation (A-170-075-011) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 11. 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 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to annex Western Acres Subdivision, Unit 1, into Landscape Maintenance District No. 11. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $55.00 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing. 11 05/05/92 It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-206 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 11, Western Acres Subdivision, Unit 1, Annexation, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $55.00. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-206 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 17, College Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 and 2 and Parcel R1 (A-170-075-017) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 17. 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 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to initiate proceedings for the levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 17, College Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 and 2, and Parcel R1. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $16.51 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing. It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-207 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 17, College Highlands Subdivision, Units 1 and 2, and Parcel R1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $16.51. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-207 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1 (A-170-075-020) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding Landscape Maintenance District No. 20. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing 12 05/05/92 Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission recommendation dated April 22, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Council, at its April 21, 1992, meeting undertook steps to initiate proceedings for the levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1. These actions included approval of the Engineer's Report proposing an assessment of $168.62 per lot per year, adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of the District, and setting a public hearing. It is the recommendation of staff, that following the public hearing, that a resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 be adopted. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that the public hearing be closed: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-208 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 20, Quail Hollow Subdivision, Unit 3, and Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $168.62. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-208 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re General Plan Amendment Application 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) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing regarding General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-92. 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 30, 1992 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry recommended approval of a request initiated by the City to amend the General Plan on properties located at 2439 through 2485 Sonoma Street, 2111 through 2655 Airpark Drive, and 2600 Gold Street. The proposal would amend the General Plan from "Light Industrial," "Residential, 3.5 units per acre," "Office," and "Greenway" to "Office," "Residential, 3.0 units per acre," and "Greenway." The Commission also recommended that staff initiate a rezoning on remaining City-owned land subject to Council action on the General Plan amendment. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission that Council ratify the Negative Declaration, approve an amendment of the General Plan as recommended in concept and direct staff to initiate a rezoning application for the City- owned parcel(s). It is further recommended that staff be directed to submit a resolution to amend the General Plan at a later date to coincide with other General Plan amendments. Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present who wished to speak on this matter. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the public hearing be closed: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 13 05/05/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Council make the following findings regarding General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-92: 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 Board of Administrative Review on March 11, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-92 be approved in concept, amending the General Plan on properties located at 2439 through 2485 Sonoma Street, 2111 through 2655 Airpark Drive, and 2600 Gold Street, to "Office," "Residential, 3.0 units per acre," and "Greenway," authorize staff to submit a resolution to amend the General Plan at a later date to coincide with other General Plan amendments, and direct staff to initiate a rezoning application on remaining City-owned land in the area. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl SENIOR CITIZENS FACILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE - Ratify Appointment/Reappointments (B-080-450) Mayor Moss requested Council's concurrence in ratifying the following appointment and reappointments to the Senior Citizens Facility Advisory Committee: 1) Appoint Beverly Romero and reappoint Mary Martz to serve two- year terms expiring May 1, 1994; and 2) Reappoint Al Oertel and Allan Dunk as representatives to the Senior Citizens of Shasta County to serve two-year terms expiring May 1, 1994. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to ratify the appointment of Beverly Romero and reappointment of Mary Martz to the Senior Citizens Facility Advisory Committee to serve two-year terms expiring May 1, 1994 and the reappointment of Al Oertel and Allan Dunk as representatives to the Senior Citizens of Shasta County to serve two-year terms expiring May 1, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REDDING AREA BUS AUTHORITY - Appointment (B-080-650-550 & R-010) Mayor Moss requested Council's concurrence in appointing Council Member Kehoe to fill the vacancy on the Redding Area Bus Authority. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to appoint Council Member Kehoe to fill the vacancy on the Redding Area Bus Authority. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - Appointments (B-080-600-100) Mayor Moss requested Council's concurrence in making the following appointments to the Community Development Advisory Committee: 1) Linda Heiser to the position of Chair and Chris Brown to the position of Vice-Chair; and 2) Jim Elkins as the Recreation and Parks Commission Representative, Jim Chapin as the Planning Commission Representative, and Roberta McLaughlin as the member "at large" to fill unexpired terms ending December 1, 1992. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to make the following appointments to the Community Development Advisory Committee: 1) Linda Heiser to the position of Chair and Chris Brown to the position of Vice-Chair; and 2) Jim Elkins as the Recreation and Parks Commission representative, Jim Chapin as the Planning Commission representative, and Robert McLaughlin as the member "at large" to fill unexpired terms ending December 1, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TOURISM AND CONVENTION COMMISSION (B-080-540) Mayor Moss requested Council's concurrence in appointing Stephen C. Barry to the Tourism and Convention Commission for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1994. 14 05/05/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to appoint Stephen C. Barry to the Tourism and Convention Commission for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SUPERIOR CALIFORNIA DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (B-080-500) Mayor Moss requested Council's concurrence in appointing Council Member Anderson to serve as the City's representative to the Superior California Development Council. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Arness, to appoint Council Member Anderson to serve as the City's representative to the Superior California Development Council. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SHASTA AREA SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY (SHASCOM) - Appointment of Representative (B-080- & C-175-825-100) Mayor Moss commented that Dr. Fulton has been serving as the City's representative to the Shasta Area Safety Communications Agency (SHASCOM) and with his departure from Council, it is necessary to appoint a successor. Council Member Arness recommended that the Council liaison to the Police Department serve as the City's representative to SHASCOM. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to defer action on the appointment of a City representative to the Shasta Area Safety Communication Agency (SHASCOM) until the Council meeting of May 19, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE NO. 2007 - Rezoning Application RZ-8-92, by Andrew Norman and William Farrell (2755 and 2723 Eureka Way) (L-010-230) MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2007 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Ordinance No. 2007 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code rezoning certain real property in the City of Redding to "CO-F" Office District with the site-plan-review criteria set forth in Exhibit A of the ordinance, incorporated herein by reference (RZ-8-92). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 2007 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 2008 - Rezoning Application RZ-9-92, by the City of Redding (Forest Homes Subdivision, Unit 1) (L-010-230 & S-100-205) MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2008 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 Kehoe, that Ordinance No. 2008 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code rezoning certain real property in the City of Redding to "R-1" Single-Family Residential District (RZ-9-92). Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Ordinance No. 2008 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ANNEXATION ISSUES (T-010-650 & A-150) 15 05/05/92 Mayor Moss suggested that Council schedule a late-afternoon session to discuss the funding of City services in newly-annexed areas. He recommended that the meeting be set for Tuesday, May 12, 1992, at 5:30 p.m. It was the consensus of Council to schedule an adjourned meeting to discuss the funding of City services in newly-annexed areas at 5:30 p.m., May 12, 1992, in the City Council Chambers, 1313 California Street, Redding, California. RE-OPEN EXISTING LABOR AGREEMENTS (P-100-050-050 & P-100-050-120) City Manager Christofferson related that given Council's desire to hold, insofar as possible, increased personnel expenditures in the coming fiscal year to a minimum, and further given that contracts with the Firefighters Unit and the Community Services Officers Unit have existing labor agreement which call for upward adjustment of pay and benefits for the 1992-93 fiscal year, it would be appropriate to request that the employee organizations involved be requested to re-open those contracts. Such action is, however, discretionary with the employee organizations. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, authorizing the Mayor to send letters to the appropriate representatives requesting that contracts with the Firefighters Unit and the Community Services Officers Unit be re-opened. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 16 05/05/92 MEDICAL DISPATCH FEES (C-175-825-100 & T-100-030 & P-150-150) Finance Director Downing recalled that the City, in 1979, entered into an agreement with Northern California Emergency Medical Services, Inc. (NCEMS) to provide medical dispatch services for the Shasta County area. Over the 12- year period, the City received $27,000.00 in total compensation from NCEMS; while dispatch costs for 1990-91 were $277,656.00, or $13.05 cost per medical dispatch. Ms. Downing explained that in 1991, the City terminated the agreement and established an interim agreement with NCEMS to provide reimbursement from the ambulance providers at $16,000.00 per year until such time as a permanent agreement is reached among the parties. The Police and Finance Departments have met several times with the three ambulance providers and NCEMS representatives in an attempt to establish a level of service and negotiate an equitable reimbursement rate to cover the City cost of services. Ms. Downing indicated that full service and "drop line" service are available to the ambulance providers for medical dispatch services. It is the recommendation of staff that a resolution implementing the following medical dispatch fee schedule be adopted: 1) Full Service - Phase fee schedule in over a three-year period at $10.00, $12.50, and $15.00 per call, respectively; and 2) "Drop Line" Service -$5.50 per call. It should be noted that based on the outcome of negotiations with the ambulance providers, only one service level would be provided and one fee assessed. In response to Council Member Arness, City Attorney Hays replied that, based upon internal research, as well as communication with other entities, there is nothing which indicates that the City is obligated to provide medical dispatch services to private businesses free-of-charge. Council Member Anderson asked what services are required through 911. Mr. Hays replied that "drop line" service is the bare minimum which the City is obligated to provide. Once the Shasta Area Safety Communications Agency (SHASCOM) is functioning, it is anticipated that it will establish its own schedule of charges. Council Member Moss conveyed that it will be at least two years before SHASCOM has the ability to assume any financial liability. In response to Council Member Anderson's reference to a letter dated April 28, 1992 addressed to Police Chief Blankenship from the Shasta County Ambulance Association, City Attorney Hays responded that he had not received a copy of subject letter. Prior to taking any formal action, Council Members Anderson and Kehoe conveyed a desire to obtain the City Attorney's opinion regarding this letter. Ms. Downing explained that the ambulance companies are offering to compensate the City $30,000.00 a year for the provided services. Council Member Anderson stated that the ambulance companies are acknowledging that there has been an inequity in compensation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to defer consideration of the medical dispatch fees until the Council meeting of May 19, 1992, to allow the City Attorney time to review the above-referenced letter received from the Shasta County Ambulance Association. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Appropriating Funds re Airport Industrial and Business Park * (B-130-070 & G-100-070 & A-090-100) Finance Director Downing recalled that Council at its January 21, 1992, meeting authorized staff to submit an application to the Economic Development Administration for grant funding of the improvements in the Airport Industrial and Business Park and committed a total of $768,000.00 in City funds for this project. The application has been submitted and final approval is expected soon. Staff is in the process of drafting the agreements involving various enterprise funds and the General Fund to create the project's total funding package. While the possible sources of financing have been identified, no funds have been appropriated for this purpose. In order for work to proceed on the project, it is the recommendation of staff that Council appropriate funds in the amount of $150,000.00. 17 05/05/92 Council Member Arness stated that he does not favor utilizing special funds as a borrowing source, other than for a monthly short-term cashflow loan. He emphasized the importance of tracking these monies to ensure that the monies are utilized for the purpose intended. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that Resolution No. 92-209 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 86th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 (1) Appropriating $150,000.00 for the Airport Industrial and Business Park; and (2) Loaning $150,000.00 from the General Fund Capital Project Fund to the Municipal Airport Fund. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-209 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RIVER PROPERTIES MASTER PLAN - Consultant Contract (C-070-020) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that in November, 1990, the City entered into a contract with the firm of Wallace Roberts and Todd to prepare a "River Properties Master Plan." The plan is nearly completed and the committee is reviewing the final draft. The contract was in the amount of $76,425.00, plus another $1,879.80 authorized for an extra meeting. To date, $70,684.29 has been billed. The consultant has advised the City that the allocated budget has been exceeded by $6,300.00. Part of this is a factor of time. As a result of extra meetings with the committee and extra revisions required as a product of the process between the public, the City Council, and the committee, it has taken longer than expected. Mr. Perry explained that the remaining work includes a review of the plan by the committee and modifying the final text. It is estimated that the cost for staff to finalize the documents would be about $1,000.00 and $2,000.00 to $3,000.00 for the consultant to do it. In addition, the committee has directed that the plan show 15 acres for the arboretum west of Sulphur Creek. Council's direction in October, 1991, was that the arboretum be located east of Sulphur Creek. This was affirmed by the Redevelopment Agency on January 20, 1992, at its regular meeting. The issue before Council is whether it wants the final plan to reflect the committee's recommendation on this issue or the instruction of the City Council. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the utilization of staff for text changes and that any map changes be done through the consultant based on a time and materials basis at the direction of the City Council. Mayor Moss opined that staff can complete the remainder of the River Properties Master Plan report with minimal assistance from the consultant. Council Member Anderson related that he does not have a good background of the events leading up to the designation of the arboretum property. He indicated that the River Properties Master Plan Committee should be given an opportunity to present its report before a decision is made regarding boundaries in order to address the Committee's assumption that Council's action did not necessarily preclude the 15 acres to the west being designated as arboretum. Mayor Moss stressed that Council's decision did not include the 15 acres west of Sulphur Creek as a part of the arboretum. Council Member Kehoe stated that he is in a position to accept staff's recommendation relative to the completion of the text documents. He is not, however, in a position to accept the recommendation regarding the maps and suggested that the issue be continued to Council's meeting on May 19, 1992. In response to Mr. Perry, Mayor Moss stated that at this point, all the City Council can do is make a recommendation to the Redding Redevelopment Agency. Mary Pfeiffer, 1450 Sonoma Street, member of the River Properties Master Committee, explained that at the beginning of the project, Council directed the Committee to develop a visionary plan for Redding utilizing the Benton Ranch property. She related that at the onset of the process, the Committee 18 05/05/92 had to go through an extensive educational process. At one point, the Committee wanted to meet without the consultant in order to review the material and understand it; however, the consultant was present at the following meeting. She explained that the reason the Committee designated 15 acres west of Sulphur Creek for an arboretum was to allow intense development for building sites and to eliminate roads being built on the east side of Sulphur Creek, thereby leaving the east side in a fairly natural condition. She requested that the Committee be given the opportunity to present its final report to City Council and communicate its reasons for designating 15 acres to the west for arboretum purposes. Mr. Perry recalled that the Redding Redevelopment Agency voted to only set aside land east of Sulphur Creek for an arboretum. At some point, Council is going to have to finalize this decision. Mayor Moss related that he opposed Council voting on the arboretum proposal until the Committee's report was finalized. The Arboretum Committee, however, forced the issue and wanted a decision and requested 15 acres to the west of Sulphur Creek. The City Council made a definite statement that only property east of Sulphur Creek would be utilized for an arboretum. Richard Johnson, 3000 Valentine Lane, stated that he was speaking as an individual and not a member of the River Properties Master Plan Committee. He related that early in the process, the Committee expressed a desire to complete the work within budget and volunteered to meet without the consultant until such time as a consensus could be reached as to the general direction the Committee was moving. The consultants, however, wanted to attend each meeting and assured the Committee that the budget would be sufficient to cover all work. Until its last meeting, the Committee was not aware of any cost overruns. Realizing the situation, he requested that the Committee be given the opportunity to complete the narrative portion of the report and present it to Council, commissions and the public for comment. If Council chooses to adopt the Committee's recommendations, the maps could then be redrawn. At the joint meeting, the Committee's perception was that Council directed the area east of Sulphur Creek be used as an arboretum, however, the area to the west could be developed for one of many uses, i.e., school site, commercial park, sports field, arboretum, etc. He stressed that it is important that both the Committee and the community be given an opportunity to comment on the final report. He concluded that the Committee has done an outstanding job and that it has been a pleasure to serve with its members. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to utilize staff for the completion of the text portion of the River Properties Master Plan Committee's report and consider the issue regarding map modifications at the Council meeting of May 19, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RECIPROCAL PARKING AND DRIVEWAY PROPOSAL - by Larry Mack (C-070 & P-050) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that a letter was received from Jeff Peterson, of Nichols, Melburg & Rossetto, proposing to establish a reciprocal parking and driveway easement or just a driveway easement area between the properties owned by the City and Larry Mack on Park Marina Drive. The land involved is just north of the Cypress Street Bridge and involves what the City has called the Cypress Bridge fishing access. Mr. Perry explained that under the proposal, a driveway and parking area would be built across the City property. The intent of Mr. Mack is that the parking on the City's property be counted toward the square footage allowed in the office building. There are 58 parking spaces proposed on the site of the office building. The proposed area of the building is 20,400 square feet, which under City Code, would require 68 parking spaces. The parking on the City property represents an increase in floor area of 3,000 square feet of building area. In return, Mr. Mack proposes to create a picnic area on his property that would otherwise occur on the City-owned land and the parking would be available for weekend use. Mr. Perry stated that Mr. Mack has also proposed that the City provide a credit in development fees in the amount of $15,000.00. This is not possible given the accounts involved which have nothing to do with fishing access, park 19 05/05/92 improvement, or community beautification. In the alternative, the Council could consider doing the landscaping on City property, south of the driveway, providing the picnic tables and receptacles for trash collection, or making a cash contribution. Essentially, the request is to gain an additional 10 of the 14 parking spaces shown on the plan on the City's property. The other four would be reserved for public use during weekdays. Staff suggests that no more than 12 spaces be permitted on the City property. For some time, the City has been trying to obtain grant funding to improve the area. This represents a way to accomplish the project that benefits both the public and the adjacent property owner. Staff concurs with Mr. Mack that it would be desirable to reduce the number of driveways and to have both areas improved at the same time. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the proposal in concept, refer to the Planning Commission for general plan consistency and environmental review, and direct staff to proceed as outlined in the Report to City Council dated April 27, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. Les Melburg, Nichols, Melburg & Rossetto, stated that his client is satisfied with staff's proposal with one exception, he would like to retain the number of parking spaces at 14, rather than staff's recommendation of 12. Mr. Perry related that the reasoning behind 12 spaces was to protect trees in the area and make property ownership more distinct, instead of having a parking space across the property lines. Mr. Melburg assured Council that the improvements being proposed are very much in the City's favor as to dollar value. Council Member Kehoe opined that this is the type of partnership which the City needs to be developing; however, he wants to ensure that the transaction is equitable. Mr. Melburg stated that Mr. Mack is under time constraints and asked that the issue be resolved at the next Council meeting. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, to approve the reciprocal parking and driveway proposal by Larry Mack in concept, refer to the Planning Commission for general plan consistency and environmental review, and direct staff to proceed as outlined in the Report to City Council dated April 27, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE (G-030-070) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that after a public hearing by the Planning Commission, the Housing Element update of the General Plan was submitted to the State Department of Housing and Community Development 20 05/05/92 (HCD) for review. The State requested that additional information be placed in the Element, that certain areas be expanded, and that the Element be modified to meet a new law that created additional requirements effective January 1, 1992. Mr. Perry explained that staff has requested a meeting with HCD staff to verify exactly what they want and to see why some of the information was requested. This meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 8, 1992. Once staff can ascertain what additional information is required, a cost estimate will be prepared and a recommendation submitted to either the City Council or the Housing Authority. This was an information item and no action was required. OFFER TO SELL LAND ON THE SACRAMENTO RIVER TO THE CITY (C-070-010) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that a letter has been received from Sandra Sells, on behalf of a client, offering to sell the City approximately 13 acres of property on the Sacramento River in the vicinity of Middle Creek. Mr. Perry explained that the property lies between Sacramento River Trail and the Sacramento River. At the time the trail was built, the parcel did not exist. It was apparently created this year by the Assessor's office as part of an estate and not through the City's subdivision process. The property does not have public utilities at this time and there are not any sewer or water lines within 1.5 to 2 miles of the property. PG&E does not serve electricity to homes within 500 feet. Given the floodplain, septic tanks and leach lines may not be feasible. Staff concurs that the property should be in public ownership. It is, therefore, recommended that staff be directed to verify the legality of the parcel, obtain an appraisal if it is a legal parcel, and submit the results to the Commission for recommendation. It is recommended that the cost of the work be charged to park development fees. In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Perry related that an appraisal could cost between $1,500.00 and $4,500.00. City Attorney Hays explained that based upon the circumstances involved in the flooding, there may be a public trust right in the land. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, directing staff to verify the legality of the parcel located on the Sacramento River in the vicinity of Middle Creek, obtain an appraisal if it is a legal parcel, charge the work to park development fees, and submit the results to the Commission for recommendation: The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ORDINANCE - Mobilehome and Travel Trailer Parks (C-110-100) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that due to the small amount of fees that were generated by mobile home and travel trailer parks and the many inspections required by the State code, the City returned the parks and the inspection authority to the State. It is the recommendation of staff that Section 18.68.020 be deleted from the Redding Municipal Code and the ordinance offered for first reading. Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2009 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.68.020 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to mobilehome and travel trailer parks. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP - Buckeye Hills Estates (S-18-91), by B & L Development (S-100) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 4.78 acres into 10 lots, located at the southwest corner of Lake Boulevard and Meraz Lane, described as Tentative Subdivision Map, Buckeye Hills Estate. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. 21 05/05/92 COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT REPORT (G-100-030-037) Housing Supervisor Garrity related that Council at its March 25, 1992, meeting authorized the Community Development Advisory Committee to undertake the development of a comprehensive community needs assessment document to be used to determine future funding priorities for the Community Development Block Grant Program. In response to Council's directive, the Community Development Advisory Committee designated a subcommittee of its members to oversee City staff in the undertaking of the Community Needs Assessment Project. The project objectives included: 1) Facilitating the involvement of the widest range of City residents, community based organizations, and city staff in the assessment process; 2) Identification of current community needs in a variety of broad areas; 3) Development of a ranking system to apply to future applications for funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program; and 4) Submittal of a written report to the City Council with Committee recommendations regarding project findings. Methods for collecting information included a written survey distributed community-wide through the electric utility bill and a series of public meetings on a variety of community issues. Council received the final draft of the Community Needs Assessment Report which was divided into the following topic areas and contained recommendations and conclusions relative to each, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated May 5, 1992, incorporated herein by reference: 1) Housing; 2) Parks/Recreation/Cultural Activities; 3) Planning/Public Works/Economic Development; and 4) Social Services/Education. It is recommended that Council accept the Community Needs Assessment Report and consider the report's recommendations pertaining to each individual topic area. Mayor Moss suggested that time be set aside in the near future to discuss this report indepth, as there is considerable information to be reviewed. Council Member Anderson related that it is an excellent report and should be accepted. Council Member Kehoe concurred that the report needs to be discussed indepth, however, he stressed that it should be considered as soon as possible. In addition, he requested that the Mayor be authorized to send letters of appreciation to the Subcommittee members. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, to accept the Community Needs Assessment Report dated April, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, and direct the Mayor to send letters of appreciation to the Community Development Advisory Committee Subcommittee members. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Appropriating Funds re Preparation of a General Plan Amendment and Prezoning in the Tierra Oaks Area * (B-130-070 & A-150-237 & G-030-010) Mayor Moss stated that he is abstaining on this matter and turned the meeting over to Vice Mayor Arness. Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that during the processing of the Tierra Oaks annexation, the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) staff expressed concern with the lack of a City General Plan for the majority of the area. The City's General Plan in the vicinity, the Oasis Road Area Plan, terminates at Moody Creek. There is also no City zoning for the area. LAFCO policy requires prezoning of annexing property unless an area or specific plan has been adopted. In order to satisfy LAFCO staff concern, the annexation agreement between the developers and the City was amended by Council at its meeting of March 17, 1992. The amendment requires the developers, upon annexation, to apply for a General Plan amendment and zoning of the planned development and golf course consistent with the "PD" zoning and tentative subdivision map approved by the County for the project. 22 05/05/92 Subsequent to the LAFCO meeting, staff received indications from property owners within the existing Tierra Oaks Subdivision that they intend to request annexation to the City. There is also an effort by owners in the area between the Tierra Oaks Subdivision and Union School Road to pursue annexation. Lack of a City General Plan and zoning in these areas represents an obstacle to annexation. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1,200.00 to be used for the preparation of a General Plan amendment and prezoning in the Tierra Oaks area. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-210 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 90th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 91-253 appropriating $1,200.00 for staff work on a General Plan Amendment and prezoning in the Tierra Oaks area. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kehoe and Arness Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Abstain: Council Members - Moss Resolution No. 92-210 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. SET PUBLIC HEARING - re Annexation 90-15, Tierra Oaks (A-150-237) Mayor Moss stated that he is abstaining on this matter and turned the meeting over to Vice Mayor Arness. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) at its meeting of April 23, 1992, approved Annexation 90-15, Tierra Oaks, and designated the Redding City Council as the Conducting Authority. It is the recommendation of staff that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 2, 1992. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 2, 1992, regarding Annexation 90-15, Tierra Oaks. 23 05/05/92 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kehoe and Arness Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Abstain: Council Members - Moss USE PERMIT UP-14-92 - by the City of Redding re Addition to Senior Citizens' Hall (L-010-390) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Board of Administrative Review at its April 22, 1992, meeting approved Use Permit UP- 14-92 for the addition of 2,965 square feet to the existing Senior Citizens' Hall on property located at 2290 Benton Drive. On March 25, 1992, the Board of Administrative Review authorized the preparation of a Negative Declaration for the expansion. Mr. Perry explained that Council action is not required relative to the use permit approval by the Board of Administrative Review; however, the facility is owned by the City of Redding and Council authorization is necessary for the Senior Citizens' group to proceed. The project does not involve any City funding; however, the City is responsible for some basic maintenance and replacement costs such as the roof, windows, siding and landscaping. The Director of Recreation and Parks has requested the Senior Citizens' group to help finance some of that cost, given the current status of the City budget. He has not yet received a response. It is the recommendation of staff that Council direct staff to prepare a letter for the Mayor to sign authorizing the construction and accepting the improvements, and refer the maintenance issue to the Recreation and Parks Commission for report and recommendation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, authorizing the Mayor to send a letter to the Senior Citizens of Shasta County, Inc. authorizing the addition of 2,965 square feet to the existing Senior Citizens' Hall on property located at 2290 Benton Drive and accepting the improvements, and refer the maintenance issue to the Recreation and Parks Commission for report and recommendation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Agreement with Brian Burk for Road Easement at 6700 Airport Road (C-070-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council at its April 21, 1992, meeting authorized staff to prepare an agreement between Brian Burk and the City to grant Mr. Burk a road easement in exchange for certain public street and utility improvements. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that Resolution No. 92-211 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Redding and Brian Burk granting a road easement access City-owned land at 6700 Airport Road in exchange for certain public street and utility improvements. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Dahl Resolution No. 92-211 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCES - Redding Municipal Code Changes Relating to Authorization of Traffic Control Devices (T-080-700) Public Works Director Galusha recalled that Council at its April 25, 1992, meeting authorized the dissolution of the Traffic and Parking Commission. It has been discussed in the past that the majority of the items reviewed by the Commission were routine in nature and could be handled at the staff level. The authorization and placement of traffic-control devices would be assigned to the City Engineer or his duly authorized representative. 24 05/05/92 It is the recommendation of staff that the appropriate ordinances be adopted amending the Redding Municipal Code relating to the authorization and placement of traffic-control devices. Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2010 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 2.40.010 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to the Divisions of the Public Works Department, specifically the authorization and placement of traffic-control devices. Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2011 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of Chapter 11.08 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to traffic-control devices. 25 05/05/92 ORDINANCE - Deletion of Commissions/Committees (B-080- ) At the direction of Council, City Attorney Hays presented an ordinance which would delete the Civic Arts Commission, the Civic Auditorium Promotion Committee, the Design Review Board, the Design Review Panel, the River and Waterways Commission, and the Traffic and Parking Commission. Mike Jones, Chairman of the River and Waterways Commission, stated that the Commission is keenly aware of the importance of serving as a steward for a resource such as the Sacramento River and contributing towards its preservation. He thanked Council and staff for their support, specifically Senior Planner Jim King. The Commission feels its work is not completed and intends to complete its River Management Plan, in whatever capacity, and present it to Council for consideration. He related that the Commission is concerned about how the City intends to complete and continue the Commission's work, as it is eliminating an important source of expertise. He conveyed that the formation of the River and Waterways Commission represented an understanding of the City's responsibility for the river and its waterways. Mayor Moss thanked the Commission for the time it has devoted to the City. He related that Planning and Community Development Director Perry is assisting in developing a letter for Council's consideration directed to the cities of Anderson, Red Bluff, and Dunsmuir, and counties of Trinity, Shasta and Tehama suggesting that a committee be established to meet regularly and discuss common issues regarding the Sacramento River and major water policies affecting it and fisheries. He stated that it is not Council's intent to disregard the issues surrounding the river and its waterways. Mr. Jones related that a number of commissioners have expressed an interest in continuing as an ad-hoc committee and would like to have the City's sanction. He charged Council with the responsibility of ensuring that the River and Waterways Commissions duties are continued. Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 2012 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding deleting and/or amending various sections of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to deleting the Civic Arts Commission, the Civic Auditorium Promotion Committee, the Design Review Board, the Design Review Panel, the River and Waterways Commission, and the Traffic and Parking Commission. REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION - re Potential Litigation (L-100 & R-100-550-250) Mayor Moss stated that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) to discuss potential litigation. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to pay the claim for property damages filed by Ron Crews in the amount of $14,446.00. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION - re Pending Litigation (L-100) Mayor Moss said that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss the status of pending litigation in the case of Patrick Buckley and Personal Watercraft Industry Association v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 110777. REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION - re Personnel Matters (P-100) Mayor Moss related that Council will adjourn to closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6(a) to discuss personnel matters. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Subs to Go (Nazari, Mohsen H.) 1675 Hilltop Drive #M PUBLIC COMMENT (R-200-600 & L-100) 26 05/05/92 Harry Delanty, 3357 Harlan Drive, reviewed his letter to Council dated May 5, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, regarding litigation being brought by Patrick Buckley and Personal Watercraft Industry Association. At the hour of 9:38 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting adjourned to closed session. At the hour of 11:02 p.m., Mayor Moss reconvened the meeting to regular session. 27 05/05/92 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 11:02 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting adjourned to 5:30 p.m., May 12, 1992, at the City Council Chambers, 1313 California Street, Redding, California. APPROVED: ___________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk