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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1992-07-211 07/21/92 City Council, Regular Meeting City Council Chambers Redding, California July 21, 1992 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The Invocation was offered by Police Chaplain Peter Gault. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Moss with the following Council Members present: Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss. Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of Electric Utility Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Police Chief Blankenship, Electric Utility Operations Manager Ryan, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Community Services Gorman, Director of Finance Downing, Assistant City Engineer Aasen, Principal Planner Keaney, Public Works Operations Manager Russell, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Director of Personnel Bristow, Director of Utilities/Customer Service Vokal, Associate Planner Morgon, Budget Services Officer Starman, Public Information Officer Bachman, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 8, 1992 Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1992 Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 10, 1992 Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 11, 1992 Special Meeting of June 15, 1992 Regular Meeting of June 16, 1992 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 1, check numbers 183332 through 183878 inclusive, in the amount of $2,482,751.54, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 1, check numbers 340442 through 341221 inclusive, in the amount of $906,120.62, and Automatic Payroll Deposits in the amount of $242,941.68, for a total of $1,149,062.30, for the period of June 21, 1992 through July 4, 1992, be approved. TOTAL: $3,631,813.84 Treasurer's Report - June, 1992 (A-050-100-600) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $ 42,824,371.57 Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $123,638,242.10 Resolution - Reappropriating Funds for Various Capital Projects (B-130-070) It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-311 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 4th amendment to the 1992-93 annual budget reappropriating $1,306,910.00 for various capital projects. Planning and Community Development Monthly Status Report (A-050-250) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that the Monthly Status Report through June, 1992, for the following work areas be accepted: (1) Annexations; (2) Zoning and Subdivisions; (3) Building and Population; (4) Housing Assistance and Rehabilitation; and (5) Redevelopment. Resolution - Changing Housing Specialist I Position from Part-time to Full- time * (B-130-070 & P-100-320 & H-150) 2 07/21/92 It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-312 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 5th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306 establishing one (1) full-time Housing Specialist I position and deleting one (1) part-time Housing Specialist I position in the Community Development Department and appropriating monies in the amount of $9,810.00. Resolution - Council Policy re Credit for Plan Check Fee on Resubmittal of Expired Building Permits (A-050-060-555 & A-050-250-030) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-313 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing a policy regarding credit for plan check fees on resubmittal of expired building permits. 3 07/21/92 Road Easement - by Bill Rhyne Across Airport Property (L-010) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that the agreement, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, regarding a road easement across Airport property by Bill Rhyne be accepted in concept and the City Attorney instructed to prepare the necessary agreement for execution prior to awarding a bid for the industrial park project, as it will be necessary to change the drawings. Resolution - re Agreement with Redding Redevelopment Agency to Purchase Property on Churn Creek Adjacent to Proposed Enterprise Community Park (C-070-010 & R-030-050) It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director that Resolution No. 92-314 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the execution of a Purchase Agreement between the City and the Redding Redevelopment Agency for the purchase of agency-owned property located along Churn Creek adjacent to the proposed Enterprise Community Park on or before December 31, 1993 at a purchase price of $53,465.50. Sale of Surplus Scrap Transformers (B-050-100-700) It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the sale of surplus scrap transfers be awarded to Solomon Corporation in the amount of $24,484.96, subject to the Risk Manager receiving satisfactory evidence of adequate insurance. Revenue from this sale will be credited to Account No. 6921-79. Resolution - Promotional Agreement with Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association, Inc. for Fiscal Year 1992-93 (B-130-030-700) It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution No. 92-315 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Promotional Agreement entered into between the City of Redding and the Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association, Inc. for the period of July 1, 1992, through June 30, 1993, and authorizing the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. Resolution - re Lease and Funding Agreement with Shasta County Arts Council (B-130-030 & C-050-500) It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution No. 92-316 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Lease and Funding Agreement, in the amount of $20,700.00, entered into between the City of Redding and the Shasta County Arts Council, effective July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1993, and authorizing the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. Resolution - re Renewal of Agreement with Buckeye Fire Protection District (P-150-070-700) It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Resolution No. 92-317 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 Buckeye Fire Protection District, effective July 1, 1992, for a period of not less than four years. The agreement provides for annual payments in the amount of $5,000.00 each December 30, plus miscellaneous expenditure which are fire and safety related for the Buckeye area. Resolution - re Sub-Sublease from IASCO to Green Mountain Upholstery and Aviation at Redding Municipal Airport (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 92-318 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the following documentation pertaining to the "Shasta Enterprises Facilities" at the Redding Municipal Airport: Sub-Sublease Agreement (of a portion of the facilities) dated July 2, 1992, entered into between International Air Service Company, Ltd. (IASCO), a California Corporation, as sub-sublessor, and Green Mountain Upholstery & Aviation, a sole proprietorship, as sub-sublessee, and approved by Shasta Enterprises, commencing on August 1, 1992. Request of Exchange Club of Redding - Air Show '93 4 07/21/92 (A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Council approve the Exchange Club of Redding's request to utilize the Redding Municipal Airport for Air Show '93. Request to Sell Alcohol - by Redding Chamber of Commerce for Industrial Barbecue (A-110-100) It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Council grant permission to the Redding Chamber of Commerce to sell alcohol at its Industrial Barbecue to be held on August 20, 1992, at the Riverfront Park facility near the Convention Center and the Sacramento River. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements and Final Map, Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 11 (Northeast corner of Placer Street and O'Connor Avenue) * (S-070-230 & S-100-454) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92- 319 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation O'Connor Avenue and Record Lane in Unit 11 of the Mary Lake Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in Mary Lake Subdivision, Unit 11, developed by Mary Lake Development, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk instructed to file the Final Map with the Shasta County Recorder. Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements, Sunridge Estates, Unit 2 (West of Shasta View Drive and south of Highway 44) * (S-070-230 & S-100-714) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92- 320 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Stetson Way, Natomas Way, Ballard Way, and Juarez Lane in Unit 2 of the Sunridge Estates Subdivision. It is also recommended that the improvements in Sunridge Estates, Unit 2, developed by Dennis Kamisky, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer. Acceptance of Final Map - Quail Ridge Subdivision, Unit 7 (East of Churn Creek Road and north of Old Alturas Road) (S-100-607) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for Quail Ridge Subdivision, Unit 7, developed by Dave Huber, be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the map with map with the Shasta County Recorder. Acceptance of Dana Centre Box Culvert for Maintenance (South side of Dana Drive east of Churn Creek Road) (S-070-300) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Dana Centre box culvert, developed by Cameo Homes, Inc., be accepted for maintenance. Set Public Hearing re Reapportionment of Assessment 20, Churn Creek Road/Highway 44 Overpass Assessment District 1984-3 (A-170-020-100) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., August 18, 1992, to consider the reapportionment of Assessment 20, Churn Creek Road/Highway 44 Overpass Assessment District 1984- 3. 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 - Arness, Anderson, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None 5 07/21/92 Resolution Nos. 92-311, 92-312, 92-313, 92-314, 92-315, 92-316, 92-317, 92- 318, 92-319 and 92-320 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. - - - - - - - CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, Bonnyview Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-001) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 In accordance with Council's request of July 7, 1992, Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the following costs are associated with the landscape maintenance districts after the developer has formed and installed the landscaping: 1) Water; 2) Electricity; 3) Plant replacement, fertilizer, etc. (materials); 4) Weeding and pruning (labor); 5) Contractor oversight, profit and equipment; 6) Monitoring of contractor's work and irrigation; 7) Response to calls from property owners; 8) Administrative costs; and 9) Contingency for breaks, freezes, and vandalism. Items 3, 4, and 5 are components of the contractor's bid. Mr. Perry stated that the City's administrative costs consist of the following components: 1) Review and maintain standards and prepare annual bids/advertise; 2) Review bids, contractor's license and insurance, and prepare contract; 3) Set and advertise public hearing, resolution, legal notice and notice to property owners; 4) Establish and recommend levy for next fiscal year; 5) Public hearing at City Council, prepare staff report/minutes; 6) Transmit levy to County to collect with property tax; 7) Pay bills from contractor; 8) Ensure work is done in accordance with contract; and 9) Maintain accounts for each district. Mr. Perry responded to the three issues raised by Council on July 7, 1992: 1) The City does not design the landscaping; however, it does approve the design and set the minimum standards; 2) The City currently encourages, but does not require, drought-tolerant plants. For most landscape maintenance districts, the amount of water used is nominal as a product of use of bubbler irrigation systems for trees and shrubs; and 3) There is not a cap on assessments. The amount of an assessment is driven by several factors: a) The amount and type of landscaping to be maintained; b) The number of lots to spread the cost over; c) The competitive bid process to maintain; d) The City's cost to administer; e) The level of maintenance required; f) The amount of time spent on enforcement or responding to questions or complaints from people in a district; g) Inflation and increase in cost of doing business; h) The cost of water and power; and i) Vandalism, accidents or freezes. He related that if a cap is established and the costs exceed the cap, the City would have to pick up the difference or reduce the level of maintenance. Currently, the General Fund is subsidizing the cost of water and electricity and a portion of the administrative costs and responding to complaints. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $59.47 per lot. During the next year, staff will review the following areas with regard to landscape maintenance districts: 1) Better bookkeeping, better billing procedures, and reduced costs to the General Fund; 2) Getting subdividers to create wider areas along arterials where natural open space can be retained in lieu of narrow strips of landscaping; 3) The potential for consolidating districts; 4) Water conservation and prohibiting turf; 5) Consolidating the City's work onto fewer people; 6) Having the City do the design in order to standardize districts; and 7) The potential for a Citywide fee to raise money for urban beautification in lieu of landscape maintenance districts. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. 6 07/21/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-321 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, Bonnyview Estates Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $59.47 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-321 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 2, St. Thomas Heights Subdivision (A-170-075-002) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 2. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $203.19 per lot. Robert Landis, 671 St. Thomas Parkway, related that last year he had requested a breakdown of the landscape maintenance contract, as well as the amount of the contribution being made to the General Fund. To date, he has not received a response to this request. He stated that the area is not being properly maintained and questioned why the assessment was raised from $187.00 to $203.00. Mr. Perry indicated that the Recreation and Parks Department has received a substantial number of complaints from residents in this area regarding the landscape maintenance. He stated the main reason for the increase in assessment is to restore the contingency fund which was depleted as a result of replacing plants which were destroyed from vandalism or freeze damage. He commented that the City is currently subsidizing the water used in all the landscape maintenance districts, as well as part of the administration costs. He had not been aware of Mr. Landis' previous request for a breakdown on the assessment fee, but indicated that he would provide him with the information as soon as possible. Mr. Landis stated that the main concern of the residents is the continuous increase in the assessment fee. He commented that if the maintenance were being performed by an association, it would propose the utilization of more groundcover. Another issue of concern to the residents is the street sign noting "St. Thomas Parkway" which was removed during the landscaping renovation and placed on the top of the stop sign across the street. Numerous calls have been made to the City; however, the problem has yet to be corrected. Mayor Moss assured Mr. Landis that within the next two weeks, staff will prepare a report explaining why the assessment fee has changed. In addition, someone will come out and inspect the sign and take whatever action is necessary to correct it. In response to Council Member Dahl, Mr. Perry related that the City's General Fund paid $820.00 in water costs for this particular district, as well as $40.00 for administrative costs. Staff is proposing to cure this problem during the next year. The goal is not to raise the assessment; however, the City does not have control over the bids. He commented that staff does not have any objection to property owners associations; however, most subdividers do not want the additional obstacles and opt for the formation of a landscape maintenance district. Council Member Arness does not favor property owners association and expressed a desire to develop something which has greater stability at a lower cost. 7 07/21/92 Diane Jones stated that she deals with the City almost every day concerning the landscaping problem. She has had to replace the shrubbery in her yard three times because of flooding. Based on the assessment fee, she opined that better trees and maintenance should be provided. She has also talked to the City regarding the street sign, yet nothing has been done to correct the problem. Mayor Moss reassured Ms. Jones that the problems noted would be addressed. Doug Guy, 768 St. Thomas Parkway, stated that based upon the quality of the work being done, he cannot support this year's assessment increase. He commented that the residents of the subdivision would rather have landscaping which would survive, such as native trees and ground cover. He also questioned where he could review the City's records with regard to the landscaping district. In response to Mr. Guy, Mayor Moss indicated that the information would be made available to him. Lori Alvers, 615 St. Thomas Parkway, stated that the City's water bill of $820.00 for this assessment district should be proof that there is a problem with the watering system and the City should address it, especially in current drought conditions. She questioned why St. Thomas' assessment is higher than some subdivisions with more expensive homes. Mr. Perry related that St. Thomas' assessment is high because the area consists of primarily turf and requires more work. However, based on testimony this evening, it is apparent that turf is not that important to the residents and possibly a program could be phased in to eventually convert the area to drought tolerant groundcover and trees. This would reduce the high water bills and reduce the amount of mowing required. Ms. Alvers favored this concept. Mr. Perry indicated that before the City eliminated the turf, it would want to meet with the residents and ensure that the majority of the residents are in accord with the proposal. Steve Ault asked if the City has an estimate of the actual number of hours it should take per week or per month to maintain this district. He commented that the current assessment appears excessive. Mr. Perry indicated that the City has established maintenance standards, however, it does not place a price on them. Bid are received from the private sector through a competitive bid process, and the bid is awarded to the low bidder who meets all bid specifications. The other alternative would be to establish a price, and if that price is too low, another mechanism would have to be developed in order to maintain the district's landscaping. Mayor Moss determined there were no additional individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. Mr. Riley conveyed that this was the first landscape district formed. The reason why it was put out to bid was because the developer was not satisfied with the City's services. He related that this year's bids for the district ranged from $6,200.00 to $10,000.00. At one time, the City considered utilizing City forces to maintain the area; however, because of current budget constraints, it is not even a consideration. Mayor Moss opined that either the Planning Commission or the Recreation and Parks Commission should have reviewed these districts and obtained input from these individuals prior to the item reaching the City Council level. Council Member Kehoe stated that comments this evening center on the cost of services being provided by the private contractors, the level and quality of the maintenance, lack of participation on the part of the homeowners in the process, and the perception that there is very little accountability. He stated that all these factors lead him to the conclusion that the City needs to reexamine the landscape maintenance district operation. He suggested that Council Member Anderson and he work with staff and the landowners within the 8 07/21/92 districts and review the concept of landscape maintenance districts as proposed in the Report to City Council. Council Member Anderson concurred with Council Member Kehoe. Council Member Arness related that as more districts have been formed, staff has become more experienced. He indicated, however, that the landscape maintenance district standards and the way the projects are bid should be reviewed in order to enhance efficiency. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-322 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 2, St. Thomas Heights Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $203.19 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-322 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 3, Candlewood Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-003) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 3. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $19.74 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-323 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 3, Candlewood Estates Subdivision, Units 1 and 2, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $19.74 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-323 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Shasta View Manor (A-170-075-004) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 4. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $58.07 per lot. 9 07/21/92 Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-324 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Shasta View Manor Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $58.07 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-324 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 8, River Ridge Park Subdivision, Unit 1, and River Ridge Terrace Subdivision, Unit 1 (A-170-075-008) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 8. 10 07/21/92 The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $41.36 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-325 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 8, River Ridge Park Subdivision, Unit 1, and River Ridge Terrace, Subdivision, Unit 1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $41.36 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-325 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 9, Hidden Hills Subdivision (A-170-075-009) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 9. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $76.86 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-326 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 9, Hidden Hills Subdivision, Unit 1 and Parcels R1 and R2, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $76.86 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-326 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 10, East Redding Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-010) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 10. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. 11 07/21/92 It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $35.56 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-327 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 10, East Redding Estates Subdivision, Unit 1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $35.56 per lot. 12 07/21/92 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-327 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 12, Lancer Hills Subdivision, Unit 3 (A-170-075-012) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 12. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $139.55 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-328 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the formation of Landscape Maintenance District No. 12, Lancer Hills Subdivision, Unit 3, and the levy and collection of assessments for fiscal year 1992-93, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 in the amount of $139.55 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-328 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 13, Westside Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-013) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 13. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $22.29 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-329 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 13, Westside Estates Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $22.29 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-329 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 13 07/21/92 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 14, Quail Ridge Subdivision (A-170-075-014) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 14. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $82.36 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-330 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 14, Quail Ridge Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $82.36 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-330 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 15, Oak Mesa Estates Subdivision, Unit 2 and Heritage Oaks Subdivision (A-170-075-015) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 15. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $48.41 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-331 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 15, Oak Mesa Estates Subdivision, Unit 2, and Heritage Oaks Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $48.41 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-331 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 18, Almaden Estates Subdivision, Unit 1 and Parcel R1 (A-170-075-018) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 18. 14 07/21/92 The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $84.47 per lot. Cynthia Morris, 1744 Almaden Drive, asked whether the assessment could be levied for a period longer than one year, thereby, saving both time and money. She acknowledged that there is a need to beautify Redding. However, when one of these landscaping districts borders property which is not properly maintained, it takes away from what is trying to be accomplished. She asked if there is a way of incorporating entire streets or whole neighborhoods into the districts. This would allow for the beautification of the entire street rather than just a small section. In addition, she remarked that because the landscape maintenance is done by the private sector, there is no accountability. She commented that if the City's Park and Recreation Department received all of the income and had all of the responsibility, it would also have the accountability. She indicated that there needs to be one entity which is responsible and accountable for the maintenance districts. Mr. Perry related that the City is required by State law to levy the assessments annually. City Attorney Hays explained that a rate could possibly be established in one year which projects the costs for three to five years and in the subsequent year hold a hearing levying a zero assessment. The problem with this approach is that if the assessment is incorrect, the City would then be in a position of either collecting too much or not enough money. Mr. Perry suggested that Ms. Morris might be interested in assisting staff with its review during the next year Mayor Moss related that the landscape maintenance districts were formed as a modern attempt to create an on-going maintenance funding program to assist with the beautification of the City's thoroughfares. Based on the testimony this evening, he indicated that it is apparent some modification is required. James Tucker, 1762 Almaden Drive, indicated that mergers of certain districts would effectively reduce administration costs. This consolidation does not necessarily need to occur at one time; however, a mechanism needs to be provided by which the districts can be consolidated and possibly include older subdivisions under the maintenance act. He also suggested the utilization of homeowners associations to provide the necessary landscape maintenance. Mayor Moss determined there were no additional individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. Mayor Moss conveyed that staff will consider the suggestions made this evening during its review process in the upcoming year. Council Member Dahl favors reexamining possible cost reductions and reducing the role of government, thereby making the districts more beneficial to the taxpayer. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-332 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 18, Almaden Estates Subdivision, Unit 1 and Parcel R1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $84.47 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-332 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 15 07/21/92 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 19, Girvan Estates Subdivision (A-170-075-019) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 19. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $96.23 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-333 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 19, Girvan Estates Subdivision, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $96.23 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-333 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District No. 21, Vista Ridge Subdivision, Unit 1 (A-170-075-021) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the continued public hearing re Landscape Maintenance District No. 21. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Posting - Continued Public Hearing Planning Department recommendation dated July 14, 1992 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the resolution levying the assessment for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $127.55 per lot. Mayor Moss determined there were no individuals present wishing to speak on the issue and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-334 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding levying an assessment on City of Redding Landscape Maintenance District No. 21, Vista Ridge Subdivision, Unit 1, for fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $127.55 per lot. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-334 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 2019 - re Transient Occupancy Tax (T-010-600) MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2019 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 16 07/21/92 MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that Ordinance No. 2019 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Sections 4.12.010, 4.12020, 4.12.040, and 4.12.050, relating specifically to campgrounds, trailer parks and other facilities utilized by transients. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 2019 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. IRON MOUNTAIN MINE - re Remedial Action Relating to Pollution (E-020-500) Mayor Moss recalled that seepage from the Iron Mountain Mine has created a pollution problem of major magnitude over a period of decades and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is attempting to arrive at a solution to the problem. A number of alternatives have been considered, including some of an experimental nature, and the EPA has settled on a traditional method which is presently under consideration. The Sacramento River Council supports the EPA's solution and has requested Council to also support that position. Mayor Moss conveyed that inasmuch as the deadline for submission of comments in the matter was established as July 20, he sent a letter to the EPA as a place holder in an attempt to preserve the option to comment if the Council wishes to do so. He suggested that Council listen to the presentation from a ICI America, Inc. representative, as well as any additional comments and then decide the nature of the City's response to the EPA. Tryg Sletteland, 250 Overhill Drive, representing Sacramento River Council, conveyed that Iron Mountain Mine, which has been designated a super-fund site, is the greatest source of acid mine runoff in the United States, and perhaps the world. He related that the EPA's decision within the next two months regarding this problem is very important and needs to be one which will protect the City of Redding water users, as well as the endangered Sacramento River salmon run. He conveyed that ICI's proposed technology may eventually eliminate the problem entirely; however, it is felt that at the present time, the EPA's proposal best protects the City's water supply. The EPA's proposed treatment plant would be built next year and eliminate 99 percent of the acid mine runoff. Additional reasons for support of the EPA's proposal are based on the following comments provided by CH2M Hill: 1) ICI's estimated 30-year cost of $23,600,000.00 is judged to be an understatement of the level of effort required to implement the goals; and 2) The scope of ICI's proposal is considered inadequate because it contains an inappropriate low level of mine rehabilitation and a low number of injection wells and monitoring wells. It is understood that the EPA's proposal will not eliminate the problem entirely as there is sludge that has to be disposed of on site. No one is disputing the long-term needs of the mine which will require drilling, plugging, etc. The EPA's proposed plant, however, is compatible with all proposals submitted, including ICI's thereby enabling other programs to be phased in. Lee Erickson, Environmental Manager of ICI Americas Inc., representing Stauffer/ICI (ICI), outlined the ownership history of the Iron Mountain Mine facility. He related that Stauffer owned the site from 1967 to 1976 but was a passive owner and never mined the site. The courts are now addressing the liabilities of the various parties involved in Iron Mountain including the state and federal governments. The goal of ICI, however, is to encourage a permanent solution be effected at this time. Mr. Erickson explained that in the critical winter months, ICI has been effectively operating three facilities, including a lime treatment plant which handles a significant amount of acid mine drainage. ICI does not agree with the EPA's proposed plan of providing lime treatment for the portal discharges and has proposed an alternative that is permanent, environmentally sound and cost- effective. The main elements of the proposal include: 1) Installation of concrete plugs at the Richmond mine outlets; 2) Neutralization with dry and liquid agents; 3) Installation of back-up treatment; and 4) Long-term monitoring. 17 07/21/92 Mr. Erickson conveyed that several of the world's leading experts in mining, mine waste, geology, and acid mine drainage chemistry have unanimously agreed that the Plugging Alternative is the most appropriate and feasible way to address the acid mine drainage remediation at Iron Mountain. The proposal is a safe and permanent solution which would entail the complete elimination of acid mine drainage in four to five years, while the EPA plan calls for treatment for more than 3000 years, during which time acid mine drainage continues. In addition, the EPA's proposal generate enormous quantities of sludge which will have to be disposed of either on-site behind a dam of hundreds of feet high or off-site at various locations. He showed a video tape comparing ICI's proposal with the EPA's recommended alternative. In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Erickson related that under the Super-Fund law, the owner and any former owner, are potentially liable for any clean-up costs associated with the mine. ICI is proposing a solution to the problem and if the current owner can ultimately find a mining opportunity, the plan does not prevent that from being implemented down the line; however, it is not part of the plan. In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Erickson stated that the plant site has not yet been determined; however, there are a number of possibilities for its location. Harry Reginald, Department of Fish and Game, provided Council with comments from natural resource agencies that are the trustees for the anadromous fishery resources in California, which include the State Department of Fish and Game, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service with the Department of Commerce and the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service within the Department of the Interior, as indicated in the letter from the U. S. Department of Commerce dated July 20, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. Because of the poor condition of the water supply in the Shasta-Trinity Project and the declining population of salmon and steelhead, the trustees concur with the EPA's approach to install a proven remedy as soon as possible. The neutralization treatment plant is a component of all the remedial alternatives for the Boulder Creek Unit, so it would be constructed no matter what alternative is selected. It was also determined that changing to a portal remedy with greater risks than treatment should only be considered after the drought ends, the State's water supply is restored, the other sources on the site are remedied, and the fish population declines are stabilized. Proper evaluation and timing of cleanup measures will ensure that the public's resources receive the level of protection they deserve. Council Member Anderson favored urging the EPA to move as quickly as possible on this matter and indicating that the City would rely upon its decision, as the EPA has experts on its staff which are knowledgeable of the subject. He stated that Council does not have the knowledge necessary to favor one position over another. Council Member Kehoe concurred that Council is not qualified to make an enlightened decision on either of the proposals. He, however, tends to support endorsing both the EPA's and the Sacramento River Council's positions and encouraging all bodies to proceed with due haste. Council Member Arness opined that based upon testimony this evening, Council is not in a position of favoring either plan. Council Member Dahl concurred that Council is not qualified to make a decision on a very costly, complex engineering project such as this and should, therefore, rely upon the EPA's decision. He commented that more discretion should be used concerning the type of items placed on the Council agenda. Mayor Moss opined that this is a critical issue to the City of Redding as its main water supply is a few miles south of this toxic situation. In addition, the City has other problems associated with the Iron Mountain Mine, such as the City's discharge permits with the Water Quality Control Board which are particularly harsh in forms of metals released. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to endorse the position of the Sacramento River Council and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and authorize the Mayor to send a letter to that effect. 18 07/21/92 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - Arness Absent: Council Members - None RESOLUTION - re Dead and Dying Timber - Request from Shasta Alliance for Resources and Environment (SHARE) (A-050-060) Council Member Kehoe stated that because of his employment with the U. S. Forest Service, he was abstaining from discussion and voting on this matter. Mayor Moss explained that a communication was received from the Shasta Alliance for Resources and the Environment (SHARE) calling out the immediate threat to life and property in the far north associated with dead and dying timber on U.S. Forest Service lands. Specifically, it calls out the threat to healthy stands of timber that the dead and dying trees present, through increased insect depredation and the spread of disease, as well as the serious fire danger that exists after six years of drought. SHARE points out that these stands of dead and dying timber could be harvested providing significant economic benefits to the region in terms of timber production and the reopening of mills and the provision of a significant number of jobs in the timber industry. Mayor Moss related that SHARE is requesting Council to adopt a resolution urging the Governor to use emergency powers to intervene with the Federal government to cause the Forest Service to permit logging of the dead and dying trees, and thereby, eliminate the disease and fire threats, and provide the jobs and economic stimulus that the harvesting activities would generate. Dave Rutledge, General Business Chairman of SHARE, related that California is suffering from a shortage of logs and by mid-September, the area will see four more mills close, with 600 more employees unemployed within a 40-mile radius of Redding. He explained that the six-year drought has killed, in many areas, up to 30 percent of the standing trees, particularly in the Sierra. SHARE is appalled at the small number of trees which have been put up for salvage sale. It is estimated that the number of dying trees in the forest, if salvaged, would keep mills in California running for two years thereby generating much needed revenue for the area. In addition, California is facing the worst fire levels yet because of the fuel from the dead and dying trees. He requested Council to adopt a resolution seeking support from Federal Agencies, including the Office of the President of the United States, for an immediate and rapid salvage of dead and dying timber on federal lands in California. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution No. 92-335 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding to seek support from Federal Agencies, including the Office of the President of the United States, for an immediate and rapid salvage of dead and dying timber on federal lands in California. 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. 92-335 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. At the hour of 8:58 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting recessed. At the hour of 9:05 p.m., Mayor Moss reconvened the meeting to regular session. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (L-040-300) In a Report to City Council dated July 8, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, City Manager Christofferson recommended that Council oppose SB161 which would give greater authority to counties with respect to land uses policies impacting cities. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, authorizing the Mayor to send letters to the appropriate officials expressing opposition to SB161. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 19 07/21/92 RESOLUTION - Closing the Budget Gap by Reducing Various General Fund Appropriations (B-130-070) In a Report to City Council dated July 9, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, City Manager Christofferson proposed filling the $420,500.00 budget gap created, in part, by the reduction of the sales tax estimate from 5 percent growth to 1 percent as follows: 1) Additional budget reductions throughout General Fund departments - $205,720.00; 2) Reduction in reserves in Internal Service Funds - $95,980.00; 3) Savings through adjustment in health insurance programs - $37,800.00; and 4) Transfer from Local Transportation Fund - $81,000.00. Mr. Christofferson explained that staff proposes to fill the $1,160,000.00 personnel gap as follows: 1) Layoffs - $450,000.00; 2) Furloughs - $116,000.00; 3) Health insurance savings - $197,000.00; and 4) Retirement plan modifications - $397,000.00. He stated that this is only a conceptual solution with the understanding that Council's conceptual approval will be the basis for the advanced and more precise stages of the meet-and-confer process. It is also understood that the meet-and-confer process itself will influence the final shape of the composite package. Mr. Christofferson stated that an opinion has been received from the Law Offices of Dick Whitmore outlining the items which need to be accomplished through the meet-and-confer process to ensure that the City meets the requirements of the law. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the report as presented; adopt the resolution eliminating the non-personnel gap of $420,500.00; and conceptually approve the measures recommended to eliminate the personnel cost budget gap of $1,160,000.00. Council Member Anderson stated that it is important that Council give management the greatest degree of latitude possible when selecting where the reductions are to be made. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that Resolution No. 92-336 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting the 1st amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306 reducing General Fund appropriations in the amount of $339,500.00 and transferring $81,000.00 from the local transportation fund, and conceptually approving the proposed solution with regard to filling the $1,160,000.00 personnel gap. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-336 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Council Member Arness acknowledged the meet-and-confer process which staff must complete; however, he stressed the importance of completing this process as soon as possible. With regard to filling the $1,160,000.00 personnel gap, Mayor Moss hopes to see more in terms of furloughs and less in the way of permanent personnel reductions. Council Member Kehoe stated that he is satisfied with the meet-and-confer process and appreciates the fact that the City Manager is conducting weekly Brown Bag sessions. RESOLUTION - re Funding Agreement with the Economic Development Corporation for Fiscal Year 1992-93 (B-130-030-045) Assistant City Manager McMurry recalled that for over twenty years, the City of Redding has been providing funding to the Economic Development Corporation for industrial promotion and marketing services in the Redding area. The City's 1992-93 budget provides funding in the amount of $50,000.00 for 20 07/21/92 marketing and $30,000.00 for Enterprise Zone marketing, coordination, and administration. Mr. McMurry indicated that the 1992-93 Agreement contains quantitative goals and objectives against which the success of the program's effort can be measured, both with respect to the general marketing program and Enterprise Zone marketing and administration. The Scope of Services for the contract continues major emphasis on the implementation of the Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone. More emphasis will be devoted to the Enterprise Zone's business retention program, as well as to the Airport Area marketing, trade shows and targeted direct mail activities. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution approving the Funding Agreement with the Economic Development Corporation for fiscal year 1992-93. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 92-337 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Funding Agreement between the City of Redding and the Economic Development Corporation for industrial promotion in the Redding Area during fiscal year 1992-93 in the amount of $50,000.00 for marketing and $30,000.00 for Enterprise Zone marketing, coordination, and administration, and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-337 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Funding Agreement with the Superior California Development Corporation for Fiscal Year 1992-93 (B-130-030) Assistant City Manager McMurry recalled that the City has participated since 1979 in the Superior California Development Council (SCDC) which provides economic development planning and business development services, as well as serving as the Economic Development Administration's liaison to both the public and private sector. Job creation is the primary mission of the SCDC, which involves Shasta, Trinity, Modoc, and Siskiyou Counties. Under the Funding Agreement adopted in 1979, Shasta County's share of the costs of the organization and its matching grant requirement is shared between the County and the cities of Redding and Anderson. Redding's share this year is calculated at $6,945.00. Mr. McMurry noted that the City's participation in the SCDC has provided numerous benefits to the City and its residents over the years. Notably, the $1,100,000.00 EDA grant, which was recently approved to provide the 21 07/21/92 infrastructure for the Airport Industrial Park, was enhanced by a $195,000.00 "bonus" which is available only to agencies which are members of an EDA Development District. It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the Funding Agreement with the Superior California Development Council. Funding for this agreement is provided for in the City's 1992-93 budget. MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that Resolution No. 92-338 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Funding Agreement between the City of Redding and the Superior California Development Council, in the amount of $6,945.00, to provide Regional Planning for Economic and Public Works Project Development during fiscal year 1992-93. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 92-338 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. REQUEST TO PURCHASE LAND - by Paul Edgren (Southeast of the intersection of Collyer Drive and Country Oaks Drive and north of State Highway 299) (C-070-200) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Paul Edgren of Signature Development Corporation and Northwest Omni, Inc. has requested the opportunity to purchase approximately 13,939 square feet (0.32 acre) of two City parcels totaling 29,621 square feet (0.68 acre). The parcels are located southeast of the intersection of Collyer Drive and Country Oaks Drive and north of State Highway 299. The remaining 15,682 square feet of the parcels would be retained as right-of-way. Signature-Northwest has stated that it would be interested in acquiring the parcel primarily to provide access to the remainder portion (2 to 3 lots) of a 20-lot, single-family residential subdivision known as Country Oaks South. In addition, the applicant has stated that the remainder of the parcel, outside of the access road, would be combined with his property to the south for two to three residential lots. Mr. Perry noted that the City's primary use of the parcels is for the right- of-way of Collyer Drive, which can be met by retaining fee title. The portion of the parcels that Signature-Northwest, Inc. would like to purchase was not intended for right-of-way use and is presently excess land. It is the recommendation of staff, that Council declare the property surplus as recommended by the Planning Commission, authorize staff to obtain an appraisal, and authorize disposition of the property pursuant to procedures required by Government Code regulations. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that the two City-owned parcels located southeast of the intersection of Collyer Drive and Country Oaks Drive and north of State Highway 299 be declared as surplus, authorize staff to obtain an appraisal, and authorize disposition of the property pursuant to procedures required by Government Code regulations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATIONS (T-010-650 & A-150) Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that during a recent budget session, reference was made by Council Member Anderson to not process any annexations until such time as the results of a Mello-Roos District are known. At this time, there is only one project, Texas Springs, which is likely to fall into this category; however, it is unknown when this project will occur. The other major project, Tierra Oaks, was approved by the County and is not subject to City approval of the tentative map. There are several properties in pending annexations that could possibly enter into a Mello-Roos District. Mr. Perry noted that the purpose of the item is to ascertain whether or not Council wants to defer annexations until such time as a property recently annexed to the City establishes a Mello-Roos District. Current Council policy is no annexation unless a Mello-Roos District is formed as part of the annexation. 22 07/21/92 Council Member Anderson strongly believes that Council needs to ensure that a Mello-Roos District is going to accomplish what is intended before several of these districts are formed and additional annexations processed. He does not object to staff either using an annexation which has completed the LAFCO process, or taking a test case and processing it through to determine if a Mello-Roos District works as intended. In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Perry stated that there are possibly four pending annexations with potential to form a Mello-Roos District. Mr. Perry requested clarification as to whether staff may work with more than one annexation, as it is not known ultimately which annexations will go through the entire process. Mayor Moss disagreed with the concept of only working with one annexation, as it is arbitrary. Council Member Dahl concurred with Mayor Moss that the City cannot arbitrarily select one annexation and process it. He has no problem retaining Council's current policy of no annexations without a Mello-Roos District. He reiterated that the purpose of the Mello-Roos is to pay for public safety services in the newly-annexed area. In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Perry stated that staff normally works on four to five annexations at one time. Council Member Anderson stated he has no problem with staff working with four or five annexations at one time to establish a Mello-Roos District and take it through the complete annexation process. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to retain Council's current policy of no annexation unless a Mello-Roos District is formed as part of the annexation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes WATER CONSERVATION LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE (W-030-075) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that AB 325 requires local agencies to adopt a water conservation landscape ordinance or make findings based on climatic, geological, topographical conditions, or water availability which state that a water-efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary. Absent making such findings, a local agency shall adopt its own ordinance by January 1, 1993, or the model ordinance developed by the State shall have the same force and effect as if adopted by the local agency. He related that it appears other agencies, such as Chico, Red Bluff, Yuba City, and Oroville, will exclude themselves from an ordinance. Davis and Vacaville have adopted more simplified versions of a water-efficient ordinance. He provided Council with a copy of the State's model ordinance for review, as indicated in the Report to City Council dated July 14, 1992, incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of staff that Council direct staff to set up a small task force, consisting of members of the Planning Department, Electric Department, Water Utility Department, and the Shasta County Builders Exchange, to review the model ordinance and submit a recommendation to the City Council regarding whether or not an ordinance is needed; how it would be enforced; and, if adopted, how enforcement costs would be recovered. In response to Council Member Dahl, Mr. Perry stated that he hopes this group will provide the background information necessary to make the findings or develop an ordinance which is more realistic to the community. In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Perry clarified that this would only be a small task force and not a standing committee. When forming the task force, Council Member Arness asked Mr. Perry to consider including Bella Vista Water District. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, directing staff to set up a small task force to review the model water conservation landscape ordinance and submit a recommendation to Council 23 07/21/92 regarding whether or not an ordinance is needed; how it would be enforced; and, if adopted, how enforcement costs would be recovered. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-4-92 - Forest Hills Estates Subdivision, by William Shehan, et al (South of Hartnell Avenue and east of Clover Creek at the west end of Forest Hills Drive) S-100 Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 35.5 acres into 71 single-family residential lots south of Hartnell Avenue and east of Clover Creek at the west end of Forest Hills Drive. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-3-92 - Cumberland Heights Subdivision, by Kenneth Gifford (Intersection of Quartz Way and Cumberland Drive generally within the Ridgeview Subdivision) (S-100) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide a four-acre parcel into 12 single-family residential lots at the intersection of Quartz Way and Cumberland Drive generally within the Ridgeview Subdivision. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-5-92 - Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit 3A, by Colburn Thomason (Southeast end of Hope Lane) (S-100) Council was advised that the Planning Commission has granted permission to subdivide 2.6 acres into eight single-family residential lots. The project is a division of a remaining parcel created upon recordation of Unit 3 of the Gold Hills Subdivision. A map of the area and a copy of the conditions of approval were submitted to Council. This was an information item. 24 07/21/92 ANNEXATION AGREEMENT - re Annexation 89-5, Buckeye Area (A-150-211) Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that Anthony LaBella has submitted a letter requesting the City to enter into an annexation agreement to provide sewer and electric service to several parcels he owns within the area prior to the recording of the annexation. The purpose of the request is to allow Mr. LaBella to proceed with development of the property. At the request of Council, the annexation request has been continued indefinitely to explore annexation financing of certain City services. Mr. Perry explained that an identical request from Mr. LaBella was denied by Council at its meeting of August 20, 1991. At that time, the annexation application had been filed with LAFCO; however, the property tax exchange dispute between the City and the County had not yet been resolved. It is the recommendation of staff that Council continue the request and direct staff to work with property owners in the annexation to form a Mello-Roos District. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to continue Mr. LaBella's request regarding an annexation agreement to provide sewer and electric service within Annexation 89-5, Buckeye Area, prior to the recording of the annexation, and direct staff to work with property owners in the annexation to form a Mello-Roos District. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATION 91-9, TIERRA OAKS II (A-150-249) Mayor Moss stated that he is abstaining from discussion and voting on this matter and turned the meeting over to Vice Mayor Arness. Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that an annexation request has been received from several property owners in the Tierra Oaks subdivision located south of Union School Road, east of I-5, and north of Moody Creek. With the recording last month of Annexation 90-5, Tierra Oaks, the City boundary is contiguous to the east boundary of the subdivision. The City's sphere of influence borders the subdivision on the north and west. Mr. Perry explained that the subdivision is comprised of 67 lots, of which approximately one-third are developed. The primary reason for the annexation request is to protect against its possible future incorporation into a new city in the Central Valley area and to receive City of Redding services. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize staff to contact other property owners in the area to determine interest in annexation; refer this request to Departments for review and comment; to the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental determination; to the Planning Commission for a General Plan amendment and prezoning; and to staff to pursue formation of a Mello-Roos District. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, authorizing staff to contact other property owners in the area to determine interest in annexation; refer this request to Departments for review and comment; to the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental determination; to the Planning Commission for a General Plan amendment and prezoning; and to staff to pursue formation of a Mello-Roos District. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Dahl, Kehoe and Arness Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Abstain: Council Members - Moss Priscilla Hage inquired how the Mello-Roos District would affect public safety services. Council Member Anderson related that the Mello-Roos District is an on-going tax which is intended to raise the revenue necessary to cover the cost of providing public safety services in newly-annexing areas. Council Member Dahl indicated that Council is trying to address the very issue Ms. Hage is concerned about. Each new annexation has to generate the revenues necessary to pay for the additional public safety services. He stated that 25 07/21/92 the City's sphere of influence is a plan for the ultimate development of the City and City services have been planned accordingly. Mr. Perry explained that in the annexations which have already recorded, any new subdivisions within those areas would be required to form a Mello-Roos District to pay for the public safety services. Ms. Hage asked whether the City Council is pro-growth or no-growth. Council Member Dahl stated that Council has always taken a pro-economic development stand and he does not believe that philosophy has changed. Ms. Hage requested Council to reexamine its priorities with regard to public safety. DEVELOPMENT OF NEIGHBORHOOD PARK SITE - Northridge Gardens Subdivision by Western Acres, Inc. (P-050) Recreation and Parks Director Riley related that Ron Giddings, representing Western Acres, Inc., is requesting that the City of Redding consider the construction of a .75-acre neighborhood park within the Northridge Gardens Subdivision. If Council concurs, the park site would be designed by the City of Redding and the facility would be constructed by Western Acres, Inc., ala Country Heights Neighborhood Park. Mr. Riley stated that the park site is eligible for $16,625.00 in park development fees and the estimated construction cost is approximately $50,000.00. The developer is requesting that the difference in project cost, $33,375.00, be expended from existing park development funds. If approved, the contractor would be required to submit three bids for the City's approval. Western Acres, Inc. has agreed to maintain the park site for two years after completion, and then, the daily maintenance would be the responsibility of the Parks Department. The Recreation and Parks Commission and staff recommended that Council approve the request of Western Acres, Inc. to construct a park site in the Northridge Gardens Subdivision and that park development funds be expended in the amount of $33,375.00 to cover the difference in project costs and that Western Acres, Inc. be responsible for the park maintenance for two years after completion. If Council concurs, staff should be directed to negotiate the proper contract and the Mayor authorized to sign the approved agreement to enter into a park construction project with Western Acres, Inc. Council Member Anderson questioned whether the City should be looking to homeowners associations to maintain smaller parks such as this, with the City providing maintenance for the larger parks. Mr. Riley indicated that the concept of a Mello-Roos District could be applicable to future parks; however, this particular park would be exempt as it has been in the planning stage for some time. He suggested that Council consider the usage of Mello-Roos Districts with regard to future park development at a Council Workshop. City Attorney Hays explained that like the landscape maintenance districts, the development community tries to avoid the formation of homeowners associations because over a period of time the association deteriorates because the property owners are not willing to pay for maintenance. Council Member Arness favored referring the concept of forming a Mello-Roos District to the Recreation and Parks Commission for recommendation. He opined that the City has a commitment to this particular area and should proceed in good faith. MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to refer the development of the neighborhood park site within the Northridge Gardens Subdivision by Western Acres, Inc. to the Recreation and Parks Commission for a recommendation as to how to finance operating and maintenance costs after the two-year maintenance period has expired. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss Noes: Council Members - Arness 26 07/21/92 Absent: Council Members - None Assistant City Manager McMurry inquired if Council would like to broaden the directive it previously gave to Planning and Community Development Director Perry to include the development of parks into his study regarding a City-wide Lighting and Landscaping Act District. It was the consensus of Council that it would be appropriate to include such an aspect in the study if a City-wide Lighting and Landscaping Act District could be utilized as a possible method of financing the maintenance of parks. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications (A-110-140) Loa Market (Heuang, Sy S.) 5260 Westside Road Gary's Place (Magnussen, Gary P.) 3306 Bechelli Lane ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 9:53 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: ____________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________ City Clerk