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10/20/92
City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
Redding, California
October 20, 1992 7:00
p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
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 Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric
Utility Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry,
Electric Utility Resources Manager Coleman, Fire Chief Bailey, Finance
Director Downing, Principal Planner Keaney, Director of General Services
Masingale, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Director of Information
Systems Kelley, Senior Planner King, Housing Manager Maurer, Airports Director
Ruff, Assistant Director General Services Kohn, Battalion Chief Del Carlo,
City Treasurer Linville, Route Supervisor Miralles, Route Supervisor Roach,
Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, Supervisor-Credit and Collections Hoffman,
City Clerk Strohmayer and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph.
RESOLUTION
- re "Red Ribbon Week"
(A-050-060-600)
Police Investigator Brenner explained that the Red Ribbon Campaign originated
when Federal Agent Enrique Camarena was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985.
The red ribbon has since become the symbol to reduce the demand for drugs.
Mr. Brenner stated that on both the national and State levels, October 24 -
November 1, 1992 has been set aside as "Red Ribbon Week." The theme for this
year's campaign is "Neighbors Drug Free and Proud."
Mr. Brenner explained that the Red Ribbon Campaign encourages all citizens to
demonstrate their commitment for a Drug Free America by wearing and displaying
red ribbons during "Red Ribbon Week." During the next two weeks, the Crime
Prevention Unit will be distributing red ribbons to the community. The
ribbons were obtained through donations from several Redding businesses.
In addition, the Redding Police Department has joined with other businesses,
schools, religious institutions, governmental agencies, service organizations
and the media in forming a "Red Ribbon Task Force." He stated that a youth
run and a free pancake breakfast will be part of the kickoff activities
scheduled for October 24, 1992. He thanked Council for its support and
presented each Council Member with a T-shirt and a red ribbon.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 92-425 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding supporting the Fifth Annual Red Ribbon Campaign for a Drug-
Free America, and proclaiming October 24 through November 1, 1992, as "Red
Ribbon Week."
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-425 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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. 7, check number 186128
through 186675 inclusive, in the amount of $4,126,188.75, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 8, check numbers 345824 through 346569
inclusive, in the amount of $899,978.09, and Automatic Payroll Deposits, check
number 13886 through 14050 inclusive, in the amount of $235,503.65, for a
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total of $1,135,481.74, for the period of September 27, 1992 through October
10, 1992, be approved.
TOTAL: $5,261,670.49
Treasurer's Report
- September, 1992
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability- $ 43,867,899.46
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust and Funds of Related Entities- $112,690,692.70
Resolution
- re Policy Establishing General Accounts Receivable Late Fee
(A-050-060-555 & F-205-030)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 92-426 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting a
late fee of 1.5 percent for general accounts receivable.
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Resolution - re Previously Approved General Plan Amendments
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-427 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of Redding by adopting
the following General Plan Amendments: (1) General Plan Amendment GPA-11-90
and its text amendments, by the City of Redding (Land Use Element Update); (2)
General Plan Amendment GPA-4-92, by Jeff Mora and the City of Redding (Twin
Towers Drive Area); and (3) General Plan Amendment GPA-9-92, by Redding
Redevelopment Agency (Benton Ranch).
Planning and Community Development Monthly Status Report
(A-050-250)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Planning Department's Monthly Status Report through September, 1992,
for the following work areas be accepted: (1) Annexations; (2) Zoning,
Subdivisions, and General Plan Amendments; (3) Building and Population; (4)
Housing Assistance and Rehabilitation; and (5) Redevelopment.
Resolution
- re Renaming of North Hillsdale Court and South Hillsdale Court to
Hillsdale Court
(S-070-230 & S-100-522)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 92-428 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding renaming North Hillsdale Court and South Hillsdale Court to
Hillsdale Court.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-10-92, by Harry Hirst (2770
Pioneer Drive)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider GPA-
10-92, a request to amend the General Plan from "Residential, 18.0 units per
acre" to "Office/Residential."
Set Public Hearing
- re Rezoning Application RZ-17-92, by Harry Hirst (2770
Pioneer Drive)
(L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider RZ-
17-92, a request to rezone property from "R3-15-B1" Multiple Family District
to "R4-25-B1" Multiple Family District.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-11-92, by City of Redding
(2217 through 2239 Park Marina Drive)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider GPA-
11-92, a request to reclassify property from "Park" to "Residential, 9.0 units
per acre."
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-12-92, by the Redding
Redevelopment Agency (South and west of Red Lobster Restaurant and the
proposed Fred Meyers Store and east of American Feed between Dana Drive and
Highway 44)
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 17, 1992, to consider
GPA-12-92, a request to amend the General Plan from "Residential, 12.0 units
per acre" to "Retail Commercial."
Set Public Hearing
- re Rezoning Application RZ-18-92, by the City of Redding
(Blossom Park and Northridge Gardens Subdivisions)
(L-010-230 & S-100-044 & S-100-522)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider RZ-
18-92, a request to rezone property from "U" Unclassified District to "R1-BFM"
Single- Family Residential District.
Set Public Hearing
- re Rezoning Application RZ-20-92, by the City of Redding
(Sonoma Street and Airpark Drive)
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(L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider RZ-
20-92, a request to rezone property from "R-1" Single-Family Residential
District and "CO-B15-F" Commercial Office District with 15,000-square-foot
minimum parcel size and Site Plan Review to "R-1" Single-Family Residential
District and "CO-B20-F" Commercial Office District with 20,000-square-foot
minimum parcel size and Site Plan Review.
Set Public Hearing
- re Rezoning Application RZ-22-92, by the City of Redding
(Lancers Hills Estates Subdivision, Unit 3)
(L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., November 3, 1992, to consider RZ-
22-92, a request to rezone property from "U" Unclassified to "R3-25-F"
Multiple-Family Residential District with Site Plan Review.
Requests for Proposal (RFP)
- re Consulting Services for the Redding Power
Natural Gas Pipeline
(B-050-100 & E-120-150)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Requests for
Proposal (RFP) for consulting services for the Redding Power Natural Gas
Pipeline be issued to the following firms: Pace Engineering - Redding,
California; BCCK Engineering - Midland, Texas; R. W. Beck - Sacramento,
California; CH2M Hill - Redding, California; Texas-Ohio West, Inc. -
Burlingame, California; MARMAC - Irvine, California; FB&D Technologies, Inc. -
Monroe, Louisiana; Willbros Butler Engineers, Inc. - Tulsa, Oklahoma; Sharrah
Dunlap and Associates - Redding, California; Gas Systems Engineering - Walnut
Creek, California; and Boyle Engineers - Sacramento, California.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2688, One Prefabricated Modular Office Unit
(B-050-100 & A-050-150)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2688, one prefabricated modular office unit, be awarded to the low bidder,
GELCO Space, in the amount of $69,948.00. Lease/purchase funds are available
in the 1992-93 budget.
It is further recommended that staff be authorized to negotiate the
lease/purchase of one prefabricated office unit and the City Manager be
authorized to sign all pertinent documentation upon approval by the City
Attorney.
Resolution
- re Rejecting Bid Schedule No. 2697, One Size 6 Used Caterpillar
140G Motor Grader
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No.
92-429 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
rejecting all bids for one used size 6 Caterpillar 140G motor grader, or
approved equal (Bid Schedule 2697); declaring that the same may be acquired in
the open market at a price favorable to the City; and authorizing the
negotiation thereof by the City Manager and the execution of the necessary
documentation. Funds for this purchase are available in West Central
Landfill's 1992-93 budget to be procured by lease/purchase financing.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2702, New Caterpillar Parts
(B-050-100 & S-020-900)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2702, new Caterpillar parts, be awarded to the second low bidder, Peterson
Tractor of Redding, in the amount of $27,518.78. The low bidder did not meet
the bid specifications. Funds for this purchase are available in the 1992-93
budget.
Resolution
- re Multiple-Year Agreement with San Diego Fireworks Company for
Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display
(C-050-050 & P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 92-430 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving an authorizing the Mayor to sign the Multiple-Year Fireworks Display
Agreement, and the September 1, 1992, Fireworks Display Contract for the July
4, 1993, display between the City of Redding and San Diego Fireworks, Inc. for
presentation of annual public displays of fireworks by the City of Redding for
the next three years where public displays of fireworks are produced.
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Northridge Gardens Park Construction
(P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director to prepare a
reimbursement agreement with Ron Giddings, Western Acres Inc., for the
construction of Northridge Gardens Neighborhood Park in the approximate amount
of $50,000.00, and authorize the Mayor to sign said agreement when prepared.
Funds for this project are from park development fees and will be reimbursed
to Western Acres, Inc. on a quarterly basis as the funds become available.
Resolution
- Ordering Judicial Foreclosure of Delinquent Assessments Pursuant
to Improvement Bond Act of 1915
(A-170)
It is the recommendation of the City Treasurer that Resolution No. 92-431 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering
judicial foreclosure of delinquent assessments pursuant to the Improvement
Bond Act of 1915, and ordering that the Tax Collector be credited with those
assessments.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2548, Minder Park
(B-050-020 & P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2548 (Job No. 9018), Minder Park, awarded to Doug Major, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of
Completion. The final contract price is $59,650.00.
Resolution
- Appropriating Additional Funds for Waterline Oversizing
* (B-130-070 & W-030-725)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
432 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 23rd amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306
appropriating
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an additional $70,000.00 to cover the cost of oversizing waterlines for budget
year 1992-93. Funds for this appropriation are available in the Water Utility
Fund.
Resolution Accepting Streets
and Acceptance of Improvements
- Hidden Hills,
Unit 2 (South of Bodenhamer Boulevard and west of Churn Creek Road)
* (S-070-230 & S-100-273)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
433 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Reddington Drive, Fair Hill Drive, and
Greenbriar Court in Unit 2 of the Hidden Hills Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Hidden Hills Subdivision, Unit
2, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk instructed to
return the securities to the developer, Thomas and Maryann Fair.
Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements
- Johnson Business
Park (LS-9-91) (Larkspur Lane, north of Industrial Street)
* (S-070-230 & L-010-150)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 92-
434 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation all of Larkspur Lane and Executive Way
in the Johnson Business Park, pursuant to Lot Split No. LS-9-91.
It is also recommended that the improvements in Johnson Business Park be
accepted as satisfactorily completed.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2590, Administrative Offices for the
Grant Resource Center, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and American Red Cross
(B-050-020 & C-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2590 (Job No. 9881), administrative offices for the Grant Resource Center, Big
Brothers and Big Sisters, and American Red Cross, awarded to Cerami and
Browning, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be
authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is
$355,153.63.
Acceptance of Waterline and Payment for Oversizing
- Quail Ridge Subdivision,
Unit 7
(W-030-725 & S-100-607)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the 12-inch
waterline improvements in Quail Ridge Subdivision, Unit 7, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed.
It is further recommended that the Finance Department be authorized to make
payment to Dave Huber in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for the cost of
oversizing the water main per the master plan.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe & Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 92-426, 92-427, 92-428, 92-429, 92-430, 92-431, 92-432, 92-
433, and 92-434 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds for Roof Replacement on Senior Citizens
Facility
* (B-130-070 & C-050-700)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley recalled that in 1971, the Soroptimist
Club of Redding purchased property adjacent to the Elks Club and dedicated it
to the City for the construction of a facility for the Senior Citizens Club of
Shasta County. The facility was built by volunteers from the Five Counties
Labor Council.
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Mr. Riley explained that the City has been responsible for the exterior of the
building and the Senior Citizens Club has assumed responsibility for the
building interior, i.e., cleaning utilities, improvements, and general upkeep
of the facility. The 1992-93 Recreation and Parks budget included a request
to re-roof the Senior Citizens building. Based on direction received during
the budgetary process, the Senior organization was contacted to determine
whether it had the necessary funds to replace the roof. The organization
responded that its funds were committed to the most recent building addition
and did not have any excess funds. The building addition was originally
estimated at $100,000.00 and the organization is now seeking outside funding
and grants to complete the expansion project. Because the Seniors
organization lacks sufficient funds and the City's budgetary constraints, it
was determined that the roof replacement project would have to be considered
at another time.
Mr. Riley stated that an unexpected rainstorm on October 1, 1992, created
water problems at the facility. A local roofing contractor estimated the cost
to replace the roof at $20,000.00, which included City engineering and
inspection services for the project.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council declare the Senior Citizens
roof replacement an emergency item, as outlined in the Public Contract Code--
States of Emergency-Majority Vote, direct staff to follow the necessary
procedures to complete the project, and adopt a resolution transferring the
necessary funds from the emergency reserve.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness,
declaring the Senior Citizens roof replacement an emergency item, directing
staff to follow the necessary procedures to complete the project and adopting
Resolution No. 92-435, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 22nd amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306
appropriating $20,000.00 to replace the roof at the Senior Citizens Building.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-435 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
PETITION
- re Opposition to Elimination of Leaf Vacuuming Program
(S-070-200)
Mayor Moss related that a petition had been received from a small residential
area of the City containing 67 signatures opposing the elimination of the leaf
vacuuming program.
Don Wilson, 2130 Athens Avenue, related that most of the mature trees along
Athens Avenue were mandated by the City approximately 35 years ago. He stated
that the leaf vacuuming program was originally started due to the tremendous
amount of leaves which ended up on the streets. Because the trees overhang
the streets, the sweepers would not be able to keep up with the amount of
leaves. The City has instigated rules and regulations as to the use of trees,
yet, in his opinion, it does not want to assist with the clean-up of leaves.
As a matter of cleanliness, he questioned whether a compromise could be
reached in those areas with heavy tree populations and elderly residents. He
noted that the cost of garbage collection has increased with the programs the
City has initiated, such as recycling; however, service has been reduced. He
opined that even though the petition submitted to Council only represents a
small part of the City, it mirrors the response from other parts of the City
which have a substantial number of trees.
Council Member Anderson related that the City still has the same budgetary
problems and opposed any additional budgetary expenditures.
Council Member Dahl indicated that the City would see more of its small
programs being eliminated because the necessary funding is not available. He
also noted that some of the City's programs which have increased solid waste
charges are State mandated, such as recycling.
Mayor Moss concurred with the need to eliminate all possible expenses. He did
not, however, view the elimination of the leaf vacuuming program as a cost
savings, as the Solid Waste Department's costs to dispose of the leaves would
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far exceed those of the Public Works Department. He related that the City
already has the necessary machinery and if Council placed this program as a
high priority, Public Works personnel could be diverted to the leaf vacuuming
program and the work could be completed at no additional cost to the City. It
would mean, however, that Public Works Director Galusha would have to
prioritize his efforts. He also suggested having the Solid Waste Department
reimburse the Public Works Department for the additional costs.
In response to Council Member Dahl, Mr. Galusha related that he would have to
shift priorities in order to have personnel available for the leaf vacuuming
program. Originally staff was proposing to hire temporary employees, which
was part of the $30,000.00 cost. He noted that even though the City has the
necessary equipment, it still has to be charged out and becomes a budgetary
cost.
Mr. Galusha reminded Council that the storm drain and street sweeping programs
are only funded through December. An additional $200,000.00 is required to
fund the services from January to July. He understood the need for the leaf
vacuuming program, however, viewed it as one of the department's lower
priorities.
Council Member Arness questioned whether it would be feasible to transfer the
leaf vacuuming program to the Solid Waste Department.
Mayor Moss recalled that for the last three years, Redding has been one of the
"Tree Cities USA." He indicated that the City needs to find a means of
providing the leaf vacuuming service. If it meant making an arbitrary
decision to transfer the program to the Solid Waste Department, he was
comfortable proceeding in that direction, as it would be more cost effective
to utilize the leaf vacuuming vehicles.
City Manager Christofferson commented that if the program were shifted to the
Solid Waste Department, the costs would still be present.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
reaffirm Council's position to eliminate the leaf vacuuming program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Dahl, and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Arness and Moss
Absent: Council Members - None
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Abandonment Application A-3-92, by Paul Edgren (Country
Heights, Units 5 and 8)
(A-010-040 & S-100-108)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Abandonment Application A-3-92.
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 October 14, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of August 11, 1992, recommended approval of the
request by Paul Edgren to abandon portions of an open-space easement created
with the recording of the final map of Unit 5 and Unit 8 of the Country
Heights Subdivision.
Mr. Perry explained that essentially, these areas do not meet the City's
definition of open-space areas and are considered developable. The topography
of the Tentative Map indicated steeper slopes. The inconsistency appears to
have resulted from the recordation of the final map and creation of the
easement prior to construction and final grading of the subdivision. In
accordance with the Safety Element of the General Plan, a fire break/access
road has been constructed at the point where the topography breaks to a 20-
percent slope. Mr. Edgren is requesting the abandonment to reconcile the
boundary of the open space to actual topography and the location of the fire
break. The request does not create any additional density.
It is the recommendation of both the Planning Commission and staff that
Council make the findings as required by the California Government Code for
abandonment of an open-space easement, ratify the Negative Declaration,
approve the abandonment in concept and direct staff to bring back the
appropriate documentation for consideration at the meeting of November 3,
1992. Staff still needs to verify that all the adjoining property owners to
these open-space areas are willing to accept the open-space areas being merged
with their lots. Currently one signature is missing and if staff is unable to
obtain it, the resolution would need to be amended to exclude that one
particular piece of property.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the
issue and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that the following findings be made with regard to Abandonment Application A-
3-92: 1) That no public purpose described in Section 51084 will be served by
keeping the land as open space; 2) That the abandonment is not inconsistent
with the purposes of Article 4, Termination of an Open-Space Easement, of
California Government Code Section 51090, et seq.; 3) That the abandonment
is consistent with the Redding General Plan; and 4) That the abandonment is
necessary to avoid a substantial financial hardship to the landowner due to
involuntary factors unique to it. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
3-92:
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
Administration Review on July 29, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Abandonment Application A-3-92, by Paul Edgren, be approved in concept
and staff directed to bring back the necessary resolution for consideration at
the meeting of November 3, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-16-92, by Shehan Investments (West
extension of Forest Hills Drive and south of Hartnell Avenue)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Rezoning Application RZ-16-92.
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 October 15, 1992
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of September 22, 1992, recommended approval of the
request to rezone property located at the west extension of Forest Hills Drive
and south of Hartnell Avenue from "U-FP" Unclassified District with a
Floodplain Combining District to "R1-BFM" and "U" Unclassified District.
Mr. Perry explained that both the Commission and staff believe the appropriate
zoning for this subdivision is "R1-BFM" Single-Family Residential District
with the exception of two oversized parcels with existing homes already
developed which are being recommended for "U" Unclassified zoning. The
location of the existing homes and lack of significant street frontage for the
northern parcel suggest that rezoning to the "U" Unclassified District would
be the most appropriate. The "BFM" designation, which is proposed for the
majority of the lots, restricts lots sizes to those established by the
recording of the final map.
It is the recommendation of staff that the Negative Declaration be ratified
and the ordinance rezoning the project to "R1-BFM" Single-Family Residential
District and "U" Unclassified District be offered for first reading.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the
issue and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-16-
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 September 16, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2025 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section
18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain
real property in the City of Redding to "R1-BFM" Single-Family Residential
District and "U" Unclassified District (RZ-16-92).
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Amendment of Redding Municipal Code Chapter 18.65, Tree
Preservation Ordinance
(A-050-200-075)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding the proposed amendments to the Tree Preservation Ordinance.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated October 15, 1992.
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of September 8, 1992, recommended approval of
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several amendments to the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. These
amendments were initiated by staff based on problems noted during the six-
month review of the ordinance and are intended to clarify provisions or to
delete nonessential procedural requirements.
Mr. Perry summarized the principle amendment areas as follows: 1) Section
18.65.050 - Exemptions: For clarification purposes, it is suggested that the
exemption of developed residential parcels be tied to the zoning of the
property rather than the General Plan; 2) Section 18.65.070 - Decision by the
Planning Director: Time requirements should be clarified by specifying the
filing of a complete application; 3) Sections 18.65.090 (c) - Tree Removal
Provisions; 18.65.100(c) and (e) - Permit Application Discretionary Projects:
Amendment would require only identification of trees to be removed which are
outside of rights-of-way and easements; and 4) Section 18.65.180 -
Nonconforming Developed Parcels - The threshold would be based on a percentage
increase rather than a fixed increase.
It is the opinion of staff that the proposed amendments are necessary to
ensure that the ordinance can be administered in an efficient manner. It is,
therefore, the recommendation of both the Planning Commission and staff that
Council approve the amendments as recommended and offer the ordinance for
first reading.
Pat Roche, 4045 Meamber Drive, explained that the Shasta Tree Commission did
not receive a copy of the proposed ordinance until Monday evening. After the
commission meets with the Planning Department to discuss some questions it has
with regard to the proposed ordinance, it will be submitting a letter to
Council and requested that Council consider the letter before making a final
decision on the amended ordinance. He acknowledged that Council's action this
evening would not constitute final approval of the ordinance.
Mayor Moss determined that there were no additional individuals wishing to
speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 2026 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of Redding
Municipal Code 18.65: Tree Preservation.
ORDINANCE NO. 2024
- re Rezoning Application RZ-15-92 by Don Lynn and the City
of Redding (Ravenwood Unit 10, Candlewood Estates, Oak Mesa Estates and
Heritage Oaks Estates)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2024 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
Ordinance No. 2024 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to
the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding to "R-1" Single-
Family Residential District and "U-F" Unclassified District with site plan
review criteria (RZ-15-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 2024 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REAFFIRMATION OF COUNCIL POLICY RELATIVE TO BROWN ACT
(A-050-060 & L-040-300)
Mayor Moss explained that the recent passage of two bills that would add to
the Brown Act restrictions, followed, by the veto of the bills by Governor
Wilson, has created some confusion as to the City's obligations under the
Brown Act. Some seem to view recent events as releasing the City from some of
the process required by the Brown Act, but of course the net effect is
maintenance of the status quo.
Mayor Moss conveyed that at the last Council meeting, Council received and
considered a report from the City Manager relating to modifications in
direction with regard to the meet-and-confer process. This subject was one
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that is permissible for a closed session under the Brown Act and historically
Council has utilized a closed session for this purpose. However, at the
meeting, Council instructed its negotiators in a public session. He suggested
that Council follow this principle to the maximum extent possible. He asked
that Council reaffirm its commitment to the requirements of the Brown Act and
to an open process of government.
Council Member Arness commented that when a Council Member is sworn in he/she
promises to uphold the laws of the City, as well as the State of California.
He opined that it was unnecessary to reaffirm Council's commitment to the
Brown Act. Each Council Member does his best to comply with the myriad of
issues which govern Council's actions.
Council Member Kehoe stated that it is imperative that the public's business
be conducted in public. Because of the importance of providing the public
with as much information as possible, he offered the following four
suggestions: 1) Provide a reader copy of City Council material at the City
Clerk's Office; 2) Develop a master list of all meetings which the City
conducts; 3) Make the Council alert available to the public (which is already
being done); and 4) Rose Gandy of the Mt. Shasta Mall has offered to initiate
and promote a day for the Council Members to meet and talk with members of the
community at the Mt. Shasta Mall.
Council Member Anderson concurred with reaffirming Council's commitment to the
Brown act, as well as Council Member Kehoe's four suggestions.
Council Member Arness opposed Council Member Kehoe's suggestion of conducting
a promotional day at the Mt. Shasta Mall as he views it as being a
prescription.
Because of the publicity that certain levels of government are utilizing
loopholes which have been created by the State, Council Member Dahl favored
reaffirming Council's position with regard to the Brown Act. He questioned
what impacts Council Member Kehoe's suggestions would have upon the City
Clerk's office. He also noted that governmental meetings are printed in the
Record Searchlight and agendas of all City meetings are posted in the front of
City Hall.
With regard to the promotional day at the Mt. Shasta Mall, Council Member
Kehoe stated he was only presenting the concept, but viewed it as a voluntary
activity which would probably be held annually.
City Clerk Strohmayer indicated that a City Council agenda packet could be
made available at the front counter of the City Clerk's office. She related
that it would not take a substantial amount of time to develop a master list
of commissions and committees showing the day, time, and location of the
various meetings.
In response to Council Member Arness, Council Member Kehoe clarified that his
intent was to only provide a reader copy of all City Council agenda items.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
reaffirm Council's commitment to the Brown Act. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
provide a reader copy of all City Council agenda items and develop a master
list of all City commissions and committees indicating the day, time, and
location of the various meetings. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CODES REVIEW TASK FORCE 1989 REPORT
(C-110)
Council Member Kehoe recalled that from September 1988 through April 1989, the
City Council maintained a cooperative relationship with the Shasta Builder's
Exchange whereby the operations of the City Building Department were reviewed
by an external committee of construction and building professionals.
The focal point of the Task Force was the development of "a stronger working
relationship between the City and the construction industry." To that end,
the committee members concentrated on the following six areas: 1) Building
Department policies and procedures; 2) Review of codes and ordinances; 3)
Fees and permits; 4) Plan check; 5) Inspectors; and 6) Miscellaneous
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comments and recommendations. The Task Force's final report was subsequently
accepted by Council.
Council Member Kehoe related that the Shasta Builder's Exchange has expressed
an interest and a willingness to revisit the report and to provide Council
with a current assessment of the status and relevance of the original analysis
and recommendations. An ad hoc community-based committee would be formed
under the leadership of the Exchange and report their findings to Council
within 90 days.
Given Council's desire to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the
City's customer-based activities, Council Member Kehoe suggested that Council
extend an invitation to the Builder's Exchange to conduct a follow-up review
of the 1989 report.
Kent Dagg, Shasta Builder's Exchange, related that the 1989 Task Force Report
served as a foundation for a relationship which has continued to build over
the years. He stated that the Builder's Exchange welcomes the opportunity to
revisit the report, provide an update on the recommendations, and address some
issues which have developed since 1989.
In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Dagg replied that the previous report dealt
only with the Building Department. He indicated a desire to also incorporate
into the review some changes which have occurred within the Public Works
Department.
Council Member Arness recalled that during the 1990-91 budget process, a
number of positions, approximately 55, were approved by Council. He opined
that the approval of these positions was driven by calls which Council
received from constituents and the need to have things move faster as time was
money in the construction and development community. He asked if there was a
method whereby the City of Redding's service could be compared with other
municipalities.
Mr. Dagg related that the Exchange has a number of members who have experience
with other municipalities. He also indicated that there are a number of major
consumers, such as restaurant chains, who have built in other areas and would
also be able to provide information concerning the service of other
municipalities.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to
accept the Shasta Builder's Exchange invitation to revisit the 1989 Codes
Review Task Force Report and report back to Council within 90 days. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
COUNCIL WORKSHOP
- Selection of Date
(A-050-060)
City Manager Christofferson related that the earliest mid-week time available
for a Council workshop appears to be Wednesday, October 28, 1992. The format
that had previously been discussed was to begin the workshop about noon and
conclude at 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. Because the Board of Administrative Review
meets every Wednesday in the main City Hall conference room, the workshop has
tentatively been scheduled in Room 125 at the Convention Center.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
scheduling the City Council Workshop for 1:00 p.m., October 28, 1992, in Room
125 at the Redding Convention Center. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
1991-92 GRAND JURY REPORT RESPONSE
(B-080-600-800)
City Manager Christofferson stated that the City received notification on
October 2, 1992, that it had missed a deadline in responding to the 1991-92
Shasta County Jury Report. It was determined that the report and notification
of its availability was never received. The City Clerk immediately obtained a
copy of the report and it was noted that Items 2 and 10 were applicable to the
City. Item 2 represented a subject that had been covered rather thoroughly by
the previous Grand Jury and was thought to have been dealt with. Item 10
involved some technicalities relating to dealings between the Electric
Department, PG&E, and Shasta County Service Area #15.
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Appropriate responses have been prepared for the items noted and it is
recommended that Council adopt the response as presented in the Report to City
Council dated October 5, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, and authorize
its transmission.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
adopting the 1991-92 Grand Jury Report response and authorizing its
transmission. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
STRATEGIC FISCAL PLANNING EFFORT
- Proposal for Exploration of a Citizen
Survey
(B-130-070)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that Council, at its meeting of October
20, 1992, carried over the proposal for exploration of a citizens' survey as
the basis for a strategic fiscal planning effort to afford Council Members an
opportunity to inspect the survey instruments used in the Eugene, Oregon
project, and perhaps contact members of the Eugene City Council to determine
their satisfaction with the study.
As noted at the previous meeting, staff believes that such a study would be
consistent with Council's proactive posture on planning for the long term,
including the potential for basic restructuring, reorganizing, and re-
prioritization of City services and the service delivery mechanism. There is
nothing to lose by exploring the concept and a great deal to be gained, if the
City is successful in shaping a project that would take the City organization
where the Council wants to go. Council's approval of this report would
constitute authorization for staff to explore the concept with Dr. Weeks, and
return to Council with more definitive information.
Mr. Christofferson noted that Council Member Arness and Assistant City Manager
McMurry attended the League of California Cities meeting in Los Angeles last
week and the issue of public involvement is high on the list of discussions.
Council Member Kehoe reviewed the reports which the City Manager made
available. He noted there are three or four assessment documents which were
very complete, sophisticated, and probably expensive. The report indicated
that approximately 5,000 responses were received from citizens within a
community of approximately 125,000. He noted that the City of Redding
conducted a Community Needs Assessment which involved participation from
approximately 2,500 individuals and would be an excellent starting point given
the costs associated with sophisticated measurements. He suggested deferring
the matter to the next budgetary period.
Council Member Dahl concurred that the City needs to have a long-term
strategic plan given the fiscal circumstances which now exist. He opined,
however, that it would be more appropriate to consider this issue during
budgetary deliberations. He favored involving the community in the City's
strategic planning, but that it should not become a forum for special interest
groups to request increased programs, services, and taxes.
Mr. Christofferson related that although the Eugene, Oregon responses were not
large in number, it was a scientific means of determining the public's desires
versus those of special interest groups. He indicated that another approach
would be to discuss this issue at the Council workshop, as well as where
Council would like to see the City in five or ten years.
Mayor Moss indicated that he had spoken to the Mayor of the City of Eugene,
Oregon who expressed satisfaction with the survey results and the extensive
ten-year planning report which it now has. He indicated that the survey is
expensive and should not be undertaken by the City unless it had full
intentions of following it through as it builds its own momentum. Mayor Moss
concurred that the report is something which the City should strive for but he
too favored deferring action at this time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to
defer action at this time on the proposal for exploration of a Citizens'
Survey as a basis for a strategic fiscal planning effort. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness requested that each Council Member develop plans on what
they would like to see with regard to the upcoming budget for consideration at
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the workshop. This would enable Council's short-term direction to be
reflected at the first budget session.
Mr. Christofferson related that Council Member Arness' request would be a
natural outgrowth of the five-year financial plan which had been carried over
to the workshop.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
(A-050-250)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that several members
of Council have recently suggested that the Planning Department do complaint
only code enforcement. He explained that the Planning Department and Building
Department currently collectively spend approximately 2,000 hours a year on
code enforcement. Reducing code enforcement to complaint only would require
under 500 hours of staff time. He noted that prior to budget reductions,
approximately 3,000 hours was spent on code enforcement. The Report to City
Council dated October 15, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, included an
expanded list
outlining code enforcement occurring within the City. In addition, procedures
and correspondence utilized in the code enforcement process and the recently
developed Complaint Referral Guide were also provided.
Based on the comments received from Council, Mr. Perry felt it appropriate to
bring the issue back before Council to ensure that staff was proceeding in the
right direction. He noted that the City currently operates under the theory
that if a problem is seen while driving down the street, staff will act; or if
a complaint is received, an investigation will be made. A program is not in
place where staff goes out and performs annual property checks.
Council Member Arness related that he has received telephone calls which have
indicated that a certain situation existed when the construction industry was
strong and it was not a problem. However, since the construction industry has
slowed down, it has now become a problem thereby connoting that the department
might be overstaffed. He opposed reducing code enforcement.
Council Member Dahl concurred with Council Member Arness. Since code
enforcement has already been reduced by budget reductions, he favored
maintaining the current enforcement efforts. He suggested the possible
elimination of codes which are not worthy of enforcing.
Noting the need to work within the department's budgetary allotment, Council
Member Anderson pointed out that Mr. Perry would need to determine the
priorities within his department. He would rely on the department director's
judgment as to how much effort should be put forth in the area of code
enforcement other than public health and safety issues which should be
strongly enforced.
Council Member Kehoe concurred with maintaining the current level of code
enforcement and providing the department director with the ability to make
adjustments within the department and concentrate on those issues deemed to be
the most important.
It was the consensus of Council to maintain the current level of code
enforcement, approximately 2,000 hour per year.
ORDINANCE
- re Rezoning Application RZ-12-92, by Jeff Mora and the City of
Redding (Adjacent to Twin Tower Drive and south of Wintu Way)
(L-010-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council, at
its meeting of September 15, 1992, approved Rezoning Application RZ-12-92 and
directed staff to prepare the implementing ordinance for consideration at a
later date.
It is the recommendation of staff that the ordinance be offered for first
reading.
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 2027 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the
Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property
adjacent to the City of Redding to "R1-B20" Single-Family Residential
District, and "R1-BFM" Single-Family Residential District (RZ-12-92).
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ORDINANCE
- re Rezoning Application RZ-9-91, by Richard Bean and the City of
Redding (1905 Sonoma Street)
(L-010-230)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council, at
its meeting of January 21, 1992, approved Rezoning Application RZ-9-91 and
directed staff to prepare the implementing ordinance for consideration after
the accompanying General Plan Amendment resolution had been adopted.
It is the recommendation of staff that the ordinance be offered for first
reading.
Council Member Dahl offered Ordinance No. 2028 for first reading, an ordinance
of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the
Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in
the City of Redding to "U-F" Unclassified District and "RM-9-F" Multiple
Family Residential District subject to site-plan-review criteria (RZ-9-91).
AIR QUALITY/CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE
(E-020-010)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council Member
Arness requested a status report on the pending requirements of the County's
Traffic Congestion Management Plan and the Air Quality Attainment Plan. The
Report to City Council dated October 13, 1992, incorporated herein by
reference, included a status report and four charts to assist in explaining
the effects, administration, and overlapping requirements of the two plans.
Council Member Arness explained that he requested staff to prepare this report
to ensure that Council understood the interrelationship of the different
programs and what the City could be faced with in the near future. He
complimented staff on its presentation.
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Mr. Perry commented that both the Planning Department and Public Works
Department would be presenting follow-up items regarding the implementation of
some of these issues in the upcoming months.
This was an information item and no action was required.
COMMUNITY GIFT CATALOGUE
- Authorize Distribution
(A-050-250 & G-100)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council, at
its meeting of September 15, 1992, accepted the gifts as presented in the
Community Gift Catalogue and set a policy for the acceptance of gifts for
community benefit. Because inquiries are often received from local service
organizations as to what they can do for the community, staff developed the
catalogue. He acknowledged Housing Specialist McFate for her work on the
Community Gift Catalogue.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council accept the Community Gift
Catalogue and authorize its circulation to various local service
organizations.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Dahl, to
accept the Community Gift Catalogue and authorize its circulation to various
local service organizations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Moss complimented staff on the Community Gift Catalogue.
PROPOSED NOVEMBER, 1992 ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE ADJUSTMENT
(E-090-100)
Electric Utility Director Lindley provided Council with an update regarding
the proposed November 1992 Electric Utility rate adjustment and the
assumptions utilized. Council will consider the Electric Utility rate
adjustment at its regularly scheduled meeting of November 3, 1992.
Mr. Lindley explained that the Electric Utility received information from
Western earlier this year that it would be providing the City a credit based
on the settlement of a lawsuit it had with Pacific Gas & Electric Company.
This credit, combined with reductions in the Electric Department's budget,
resulted in a net positive impact through this fiscal year of approximately
$1,800,000.00. He indicated, however, that the assumption utilized for
Western last year projected an increase of 4 percent. Western is now
proposing an increase of 20 percent, possibly 25.5 percent. This increase of
16 percent does not take into consideration the impacts the Central Valley
Project Improvement Act of 1992 (CVP) would have upon the Electric Utility.
If the Bill is signed by the President, it could represent an annual impact to
the Electric Utility of $1,300,000.00. Total impacts to the department
through this fiscal year total approximately $6,100,000.00. The net result
would require a rate adjustment of 7.1 percent if the Bill is vetoed by the
President and 8.7 percent if signed into law. He reminded Council that the
Electric Utility Commission would be conducting a public hearing regarding the
proposed rate increase on October 22, 1992.
In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Lindley related that the public
hearing had been advertised in the newspaper.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Lindley explained that the "Latest
Financial Data From Finance" refers to the information which is received from
the Finance Department relative to money in the Electric Utility Department's
reserve fund from month-to-month, which is very critical to the rate increase
assumptions.
In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Lindley replied that the figures provided to
Council came directly from the CVP Bill and are based on the City's
utilization, approximately ten percent. Electric Utility Resource Manager
Coleman stated that the bills splits the costs at 70 percent water and 30
percent power.
This was an information item and no action was required.
STREET BANNERS ON STATE HIGHWAYS
(A-050-700)
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Supervisor of Credits and Collections Hoffman explained that it has been a
long-standing practice for the City of Redding's Electric Department to hang
street banners across State Highway 273 announcing various community events
sponsored by local government, nonprofit organizations and/or service
organizations.
Ms. Hoffman indicated that recent policy changes by Caltrans stipulate that a
right-of-way encroachment permit must be issued before a banner may be
installed, thereby giving Caltrans the ability to approve the banner's content
and the length of time it would be displayed. Banner permits are restricted
to entities of local government or nonprofit organizations sponsoring an event
that has been approved by Council. Nonprofit organizations applying for the
permits through Caltrans are subject to a non-refundable fee of $130.00.
Labor costs for the City's Electric Department to hang the banners and
administrative costs for Customer Service to oversee the program are estimated
at $186.00 per banner.
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It is the recommendation of staff that Council set a public hearing for
November 3, 1992, to amend the City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges to
include a banner fee in the amount of $186.00, thereby eliminating the
electric ratepayers subsidizing the banner program.
In response to Council Member Arness, Finance Director Downing explained that
$2,500.00 for the hanging of banners has been provided by Council as part of
the $30,000.00 it set aside for community events, such as parades.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
directing staff to continue to hang street banners when a permit has been
issued by Caltrans at no additional cost to the organization or government
entity. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
GENERAL SERVICE REORGANIZATION
RESOLUTION
- re Amending Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
(A-050-125 & P-100-320)
General Services Director Masingale explained that the Solid Waste Utility
function continues to face many new challenges due to the City's rapid growth
in population and geographical size, and the ever increasing State mandates.
Complex laws, rules, and regulations abound for almost every aspect of solid
waste handling, from collection of waste, recycling, removal of household
hazardous waste to closing landfills.
Mr. Masingale stated that staff feels it is the appropriate time to reorganize
the management team of the Solid Waste Utility to ensure the performance and
completion of projects. The proposal, as outlined in the Report to City
Council dated October 6, 1992, incorporated herein by reference, includes the
following components: 1) Change title of Route Supervisor to Solid Waste
Supervisor which more effectively describes the duties and responsibilities of
the position; 2) Reclassify a Waste Inspector position to Solid Waste
Supervisor to supervise the Hazardous Waste function; 3) Reclassify one Route
Supervisor position to Solid Waste Manager to provide the division with
effective leadership and direction; 4) Downgrade a Building Trades
Maintenance Man position to Solid Waste Crewman, as the conversation to a
front-load container system is nearing completion; and 5) Offset any costs
associated with these changes from the Department's full-time temporary
budget. There would not be an increase in the total number of employees.
Mr. Masingale noted that the Personnel Department has reviewed the
reorganization plan and concurs with the new organization structure.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the changes as noted
and adopt the necessary resolution.
In order to proceed in an organized fashion, Council Member Kehoe suggested
that consideration of this issue be deferred until the Work Force Management
Plan is consummated.
In response to Council Member Dahl, Council Member Kehoe related that the
Skills Bank would be part of the Work Force Management Plan and that he did
not know the associated costs.
Council Member Dahl explained that Council has a policy which requires
associated costs to be determined when requesting a new initiative. He
questioned whether or not the Work Force Management Plan applies to cities and
wanted to speak with individuals within the U.S. Forest Service regarding this
matter. He supported staff's proposed reorganization.
In order to adequately protect the health and safety of the community, Council
Member Arness favored the reorganization.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that discussion regarding the proposed reorganization of the Solid Waste
Utility be deferred until the Work Force Management Plan is consummated.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Absent: Council Members - None
Motion failed due to lack of a majority vote.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
the following changes be approved within the Solid Waste Utility: 1) The
title of Route Supervisor be changed to Solid Waste Supervisor; 2) Reclassify
a Waste Inspector position to a Solid Waste Supervisor to supervise the
hazardous waste function; 3) Reclassify one of the Solid Waste Supervisors
(previously route supervisor) to Solid Waste Manager; 4) Downgrade a Building
Trades Maintenance Man position to Solid Waste Crewman; and 5) Authorize any
associated costs to be charged to the department's full-time temporary budget.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - None
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Dahl, that
Resolution No. 92-436 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Resolution No. 90-546, partially amended by Resolution
Nos. 91-103, 91-122, 91-123, 91-129, 91-171, 91-250, 91-251, 91-270, 91-458,
91-516, 91-531, 92-76, 92-369, and 92-370 by: (1) Deleting the existing
Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan as of midnight, October
24, 1992; and (2) Immediately thereafter establishing a new Executive
Management Pay-for-Performance Salary plan effective October 25, 1992 adding
the title of Solid Waste Manager at a salary range 8 percent above that of the
Solid Waste Supervisor and a new title of Solid Waste Supervisor at the
current salary range of a Route Supervisor.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-436 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Amending Executive Pay-for-Performance Salary Schedule
RESOLUTION
- Amending Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan
(P-100-320)
Personnel Director Bristow related that it is occasionally necessary for the
Personnel Department to review and update salary schedules to reflect
appropriate classification titles and salaries.
It is the recommendation of staff that the following adjustments be made to
the Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Schedule: 1) Delete the
classification titles of General Foreman-Shop, Assistant Fire Chief, and Route
Supervisor; and 2) Add the classification titles of Utility Field Services
Supervisor, Solid Waste Supervisor, and Solid Waste Manager. It is further
recommended that the classification title of Clerk be added to the Employee
Classification and Salary Plan.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-437 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding rescinding as of midnight, October 24, 1992, Resolution Nos. 90-
546, 91-103, 91-122, 91-123, 91-516, 91-531, 92-76, 92-379, 92-370, and 92-
436, which contain the current Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary
Plan and the current Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan; and (2)
Immediately thereafter, establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-
Performance Salary Plan effective October 25, 1992 deleting the classification
titles of General Foreman-Shop, Assistant Fire Chief, and Route Supervisor and
adding the classification titles of Utility Field Services Supervisor, Solid
Waste Supervisor, and Solid Waste Manager.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-437 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-438 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding establishing a new Employee Classification Schedule and Salary Plan
effective October 25, 1992, adding the classification title of Clerk.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Dahl and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Anderson and Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-438 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds
AWARD OF BID
- Bid Schedule No. 2680, Redding Municipal Airport Industrial and
Business Park
* (B-130-070 & B-050-020 & A-090-100 & G-100-070)
Public Works Director Galusha stated that on September 24, 1992, the bid for
the Redding Municipal Airport Industrial and Business Park was opened. The
low bid was received from J. F. Shea Company of Redding in the amount of
$1,497,486.50. There is currently $1,920,000.00 budgeted for the project.
The contract includes the construction of the infrastructure for an industrial
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subdivision located on the west side of Airport Road adjacent to Redding
Municipal Airport. A grant has been obtained from the Economic Development
Administration (EDA) which would fund 60 percent of all eligible costs
associated with the project. Bid Schedule No. 2680 is comprised entirely of
EDA grant eligible costs.
Mr. Galusha explained that in order to complete the infrastructure and to be
consistent with the City's development standards, it will be necessary to
award a separate contract to install electric, gas, and phone utilities. This
contract is estimated to cost approximately $260,000.00, of which only
$60,000.00 would be eligible for 60 percent funding through the EDA grant,
resulting in $224,000.00 to be funded entirely by the City. The total project
cost for both contracts, including engineering, inspection, and contingencies,
is approximately $1,982,500.00. EDA will fund $1,069,500.00 and the City has
encumbered $768,000.00, resulting in a deficit of $145,000.00. Funding can be
dealt with by scaling back the scope of work or by appropriation of additional
funds from
the General Fund or the Utility, Enterprise, or Special Revenue Funds. The
advance could be repaid with the proceeds of a sale, lease-back financing that
could be issued along with the proposed Redding Redevelopment Agency bonds
which are currently in process. The addition of $145,000.00 to the bond issue
would require the Airport to pay approximately $16,000.00 per year, assuming
an interest rate of 6.35 percent and a term of 20 years.
It is the recommendation of staff that Bid Schedule No. 2680 be awarded to J.
F. Shea Company in the amount of $1,497,486.50, an additional $150,000.00 be
approved to cover the cost of engineering, inspection fees and materials
testing, and $75,000.00 be approved to cover the cost of contract change
orders, for a total of $1,722,500.00, which is eligible for the EDA Grant
funds.
It is further recommended that Council appropriate $145,000.00 from the funds
made available by the suspension of Proposition 111, maintenance of effort
requirements for the second contract which will be awarded at a later date.
This short term advance could be repaid by the Airport with the proceeds of a
sale, lease-back financing. It is also recommended that the Negative
Declaration be ratified.
Council Member Dahl stated that the industrial development of the airport area
has been a long-term goal of the City and goes back to the Economic
Development Task Force in 1985. In the long-term, the project would be
beneficial to job creation and industrial growth, while in the short-term
provide a boost to the economy. He recommended approval of staff's
recommendation.
Council Member Arness favored a system which did not require external
borrowing, or if external borrowing were required that there be no penalty for
early payment.
Mayor Moss concurred that this particular project represents a keystone in
economic development, while maintaining the three percent reserve which
Council established. He supported loaning the necessary monies from the
General Fund to the Airports. He related that no matter how the Airport
functions are referenced, it is part of the General Fund. As income comes
into the Airports' Enterprise fund, it would actually be coming into the
General Fund because of what it owes to the General Fund. This would be
especially true if Council were to establish a policy to that effect.
Council Member Anderson acknowledged that this project has been long in coming
and would support it. He did not, however, favor future interfund borrowing
activities. When the first properties are leased, staff should consider
borrowing from the Airport based on that lease and allow the Airport to repay
it to the General Fund. He referenced that enterprise funds should stand on
their own especially since the recent freezes did not apply to enterprise
funds.
Given the long history of this project, Council Member Kehoe voiced support.
He concurred with Council Members Anderson and Arness that prudence should be
used when dealing with interfund borrowing.
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Council Member Arness suggested that interfund borrowing be illustrated and
highlighted in the budget as a debt.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Council make the following findings regarding Airport Park Subdivision S-2-92:
1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form;
3 Project is compatible with surrounding land use;
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 April 29, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Bid Schedule No. 2680 (Job No. 9209), Redding Municipal Airport Industrial and
Business Park, be awarded to the low bidder, J.F. Shea Company of Redding, in
the amount of $1,497,486.50, an additional $150,000.00 be approved to cover
the cost of engineering, inspection fees and material testing, and $75,000.00
be approved to cover the cost of contract change orders, for a total of
$1,722,500.00. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Dahl, seconded by Council Member Arness, that
Resolution No. 92-439 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding approving and adopting the 24th amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 92-306 appropriating $145,000.00 for the Airport Industrial Park.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 92-439 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
At the request of Council Members Anderson and Dahl, Assistant City Manager
McMurry clarified the reasons why the City cannot sell the subject property.
He explained that in order for the subject property to be declared surplus to
aviation purposes, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) placed a list of
conditions on its approval. The conditions included that the titles to all
three of the parcels being released were to remain in the ownership of the
City of
Redding, parcels are to be leased at a fair rental value for compatible non-
aviation commercial use, net proceeds are to be deposited into the Airport
Enterprise Fund, parcels may not be rented at a discount to support community
nonprofit organizations or to subsidize non-airport objectives, and provisions
are to be made for periodic escalation of the rental terms based on current
economic conditions.
Mayor Moss stated that the requirements are intended to protect the airport
and requested that the media be provided a copy of the letter from the FAA
stipulating the conditions.
Airports Director Ruff explained that if the conditions were not adhered to,
the City's grants would be in jeopardy. Prior to approving the property being
declared surplus to aviation purposes, the FAA reviewed all documentation
since 1947 when the Quick Claim Deed was received from the U. S. Government,
which contained a list of similar conditions.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(E-120-050)
Order Dismissing Petitions for Interconnection as Moot,
Accepting and Suspending Rate Schedule Filings, and
Instituting Hearing Procedures
- Pacific Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-595-000
- Pacific Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-596-000
- Southern California Edison Co.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co.
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-626-000
- Transmission Agency of Northern California
v.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co.,
Southern California Edison Company, and
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. - Docket EL92-26-000
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- City of Vernon, California
v.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co.,
Southern California Edison Company, and
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. - Docket EL92-32-000
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(E-120-050)
Order Scheduling Prehearing Conference
- Pacific Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-595-000
- Pacific Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-596-000
- Southern California Edison Co.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co.
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. - Docket ER92-626-000
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:21 p.m., Mayor Moss declared
the meeting adjourned to 1:00 p.m., October 28, 1992, at the Redding
Convention Center, Room 125, Redding, California.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk