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02/16/93
City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
Redding, California
February 16, 1993 7:04 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Reverend Dick McBride, North Valley Baptist
Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Moss with the following Council
Members present: Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss. Council Member Dahl was
absent.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager
McMurry, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric Utility
Lindley, Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, Chief of
Police Blankenship, Fire Chief Bailey, Director of Finance Downing, Principal
Planner Keaney, Director of General Services Masingale, Superintendent -
Wastewater Craig, Director of Information Systems Kelley, Director of
Utilities/Customer Service Vokal, Associate Planner Morgon, Public
Information Officer Bachman, Budget Services Officer Starman, City Treasurer
Linville, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk Strohmayer and
Secretary to the City Council Rudolph.
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. 15, check number 190001
through 190357 inclusive, in the amount of $1,782,326.18, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 16, check numbers 352174 through 352864
inclusive, in the amount of $830,181.73, and Automatic Payroll Deposits,
check numbers 14724 through 14893 inclusive, in the amount of $241,177.97,
for a total of $1,071,359.70, for the period of January 17, 1993 through
January 30, 1993, be approved.
TOTAL: $2,853,685.88
Treasurer's Report
- January, 1993
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability- $ 47,662,148.95
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust and Funds of Related Entities- $114,344,938.24
Selection of Underwriter
- re Buckeye Water Treatment Plant Construction
Financing, Bid Schedule No. 2725
(B-050-100 & D-050 & W-030-600)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Bid Schedule No.
2725, Underwriter for Buckeye Water Treatment Plant debt issue, be awarded to
the firm of Sutro & Co.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Regional Library Commission of Shasta
County
* (B-130-070 & B-080-477)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Resolution No. 93-44
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 45th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306
appropriating $15,240.00 for the Regional Library Commission of Shasta
County.
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 for the Planning and Community Development
Department through January 1993, for the following work areas be accepted:
(1) Annexations; (2) Zoning, Subdivisions, and General Plan Amendments; (3)
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Building and Population; (4) Housing Assistance and Rehabilitation; and (5)
Redevelopment.
Resolution
- Lease Agreement with Alton Chatham for Pastureland Adjacent to
Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (Metz Road/Eastside Road)
(C-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 93-45 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Land Lease
Agreement between the City of Redding and Alton O. Chatham for pasturing of
livestock on 48.08 acres of City-owned property on Eastside Road, for the
period of March 1, 1993, through February 28, 1994, at an annual fee of
$410.00.
Resolution
- Lease Agreement with Glenn Hawes for Pastureland Adjacent to
Stillwater Wastewater Treatment Plant (Airport Road)
(C-070-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 93-46 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Land Lease
Agreement between the City of Redding and Glenn E. Hawes for pasturing of
livestock on 280 acres of City-owned property on Airport Road, for the period
of February 17, 1993, through February 16, 1994, at a monthly rental rate of
$165.00.
Resolution
- Agreement No. 1 with Transmission Agency of Northern California
and Turlock Irrigation District re California-Oregon Transmission Project
Capacity Entitlement Layoff Agreement
(E-120-250 & E-120-025)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 93-47 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute Agreement No.
1 between the Transmission Agency of Northern California, the City of
Redding, and the Turlock Irrigation District regarding California-Oregon
Transmission Project capability.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2696, Construction Contract for the Redding
Power Project 115/13.8kV Substation; and
Resolution
- Authorizing City Manager to Approve Project Change Orders
(B-050-020 & E-120-150)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2696, construction contract for the Redding Power Project 115/13.8kV
Substation, be awarded to the low bidder, Lamb Engineering and Construction,
in the amount of $3,100,000.00.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 93-48 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to
sign project change orders up to an aggregate not to exceed $310,000.00 on
the Public Works contract between the City of Redding and Lamb Engineering
and Construction Company for construction of the Redding Power Project
115/13.8kV substation. Funds for this project are included in the 1993
Electric System Project Financing Program, Job Order No. 9706-15.
Reject Bid Schedule
- Bid Schedule No. 2712, Steam Source Modification for
the Redding Power Plant
(B-050-100 & E-120-150)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the sole bid
received from The Industrial Company (TLC) regarding Bid Schedule No. 2712,
steam source modification for the Redding Power Plant, be rejected and staff
authorized to negotiate on the open market for the necessary materials and
services for the steam source modification. The negotiated proposals will be
brought back for Council's consideration.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2723, Purchase of 14.4kV Vacuum Power Circuit
Breakers for Beltline Substation
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2723, purchase of 14.4kV vacuum power circuit breakers for Beltline
Substation, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Siemens Energy and
Automation, in the amount of $117,590.66. Funds for this purchase are
included in the 1989 Electric System Project Financing Program, Job Order No.
9284-28.
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Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2724, Purchase of 115kV Center Break "V"
Switches for Beltline Substation
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2724, purchase of 115kV center break "V" switches for Beltline
Substation, be awarded to the evaluated low bidder, Pacific Air Switch
Corporation, in the amount of $44,598.84. Funds for this purchase are
included in the 1989 Electric System Project Financing Program, Job Order No.
9284-24.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Cleanup of Hazardous Waste
* (B-130-070 & P-150-050-500 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Risk Manager that Resolution No. 93-49 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 47th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306
appropriating $6,200.00 for hazardous waste response activities at Redding
Municipal Airport.
Resolution
- 1993 Emergency Operations Plan
(P-150)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Resolution No. 93-50 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting its
1993 Emergency Operations Plan.
Rejection of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2716, Furnishing and Installing an
Exhaust and Extraction System at Fire Station No. 2
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Bid Schedule No. 2716,
furnishing and installing an exhaust and extraction system at Fire Station
No. 2, be rejected, as the sole bid did not meet bid specifications, and
staff authorized to rebid the project.
Resolution
- re Agreement with UPS for Letter Center Drop Box at Redding
Municipal Airport Terminal
(A-090-100 & A-070)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No. 93-51
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the License Agreement between the City of Redding and United Parcel Service
(UPS) for placement of a letter center drop box at the Redding Municipal
Airport Terminal, at a annual rate of $250.00 commencing February 3, 1993,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
Resolution
- re Maintenance/Management Contract with Valley Industrial
Communications, Inc. for Maintenance of City's 800 Mhz Radio Trunking System
and Related Equipment
(B-050-100 & C-175-750)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No.
93-52 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing the bypass of the formal bidding process; the awarding of a
contract to Valley Industrial Communications, Inc. (single vendor) for the
maintenance and management of the City's 800 MHZ radio trunking system and
related equipment in the amount of $5,996.50 per month for the period of
February 1993 to January 1994; and authorizing the Mayor to sign the
necessary documentation. Funds for this contract are available in the 1992-
93 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2719, Heating and Air Conditioning
Maintenance, Various Locations
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2719, heating and air conditioning maintenance at various locations, be
awarded to the low bidder, Thermo-Dynamics, in the evaluated total of
$42,704.00 for a one-year period commencing with the date of Council
approval.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- By Robert Finck at the Senior Citizens Hall on
April 17, 1993
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of Robert Finck for the non-profit organization "Where are the Children" to
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sell alcoholic beverages at a public dance he is holding at the Senior
Citizens' Hall on April 17, 1993, from 7:00 p.m. to midnight.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- by Northern Valley Catholic Social Service
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of the Northern Valley Catholic Social Service to sell alcoholic beverages at
its annual fundraising event to be held at the Senior Citizens' Hall on July
17, 1993, from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Western Oaks Neighborhood Park Project
* (B-130-070 & P-050)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 93-53 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 46th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-
306 appropriating $6,000.00 for Western Oaks Neighborhood Park.
Resolution
- Merchant Bankcard Agreement Guarantee with First Interstate Bank
re Electronic Authorization and Deposit System on Credit Card Sales
(A-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Treasurer that Resolution No. 93-54 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and authorizing: (1) an electronic authorization and deposit system on
credit card sales at the Convention Center and other revenue-collecting
departments of the City; and (2) the City Treasurer signing the Merchant
Bankcard Agreement Guarantee and other necessary ancillary documentation
between the City of Redding and First Interstate Bank of California.
Resolution
- Replacement of Lost Registered Bond Belonging to Edward D. Jones
& Co. re SAVI Assessment District 1988-4
(A-170-050-655)
It is the recommendation of the City Treasurer that Resolution No. 93-55 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the replacement of the following lost registered bond: Certificate No.
R0571, $10,000.00 principal amount, Redding California Improvement Bond Act
1915 SAVI Assessment District 88-4DT at 7.700 percent due September 2, 2004,
R/N/O Edward D. Jones & Co.,; and authorizing the City Treasurer to sign all
necessary documentation to complete said replacement at the owner's expense.
Acceptance of Final Map
- Potter Manor Subdivision (S-7-91) (East end of
Corona Street and adjacent to Shasta View Drive)
(S-100-601-800)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Final Map for
Potter Manor Subdivision be approved, the Mayor be authorized to sign the
Subdivision Agreement, and the City Clerk file the Map with the Shasta County
Recorder.
Resolution
- Initiating Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 2124
Pray Road, owned by H. LeRoy Davis and Rose Davis, Husband and Wife
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 93-56 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention
to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding
Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at
2124 Pray Road, owned by H. Leroy Davis and Rose Davis, husband and wife.
Resolution
- Initiating Abatement Proceedings on Property Located at 1739
Grant Street, owned by James Stigall and Gloria Brewer Stigall, Husband and
Wife
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 93-57 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention
to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding
Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding located at
1739 Grant Street, owned by James Stigall and Gloria Brewer Stigall, husband
and wife.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
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Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe & Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution Nos. 93-44, 93-45, 93-46, 93-47, 93-48, 93-49, 93-50, 93-51, 93-
52, 93-53, 93-54, 93-55, 93-56 and 93-57 are on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Abandonment Application A-12-92, by Signature Northwest
(2614 Dawnridge Drive - Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 5, Lot 35)
(A-010-040)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Abandonment Application A-12-92.
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 February 9, 1993
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of November 10, 1992, recommended approval of a
request by Signature Northwest for the abandonment of a portion of an open-
space easement within Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 5, Lot No. 35.
Mr. Perry explained that in keeping with the City's General Plan policies,
the steep areas located below the building pad were placed in an open-space
easement. The applicant has provided staff with sufficient information to
verify that the area of open space in question is less than a 20 percent
slope. The inconsistency appears to have resulted from recordation of the
final map and creation of the easement prior to construction and final
grading of the subdivision. The purpose of the abandonment is to correct the
boundary of the open space so that it is consistent with the actual
topography and the location of the firebreak.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
make the necessary findings for the open-space abandonment, ratify the
Negative Declaration, and adopt the necessary resolution approving the
abandonment.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the
matter and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
12-92: 1) No public purpose will be served by keeping the land as open
space; 2) Abandonment is not inconsistent with State laws regulating open-
space easements; 3) Abandonment is consistent with the General Plan; and 4)
Abandonment is necessary to avoid a substantial financial hardship to the
landowners due to involuntary factors unique to them. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
12-92:
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 October 28, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-58 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a portion of open
space easement on Lot 35 (2614 Dawnridge Drive) dedicated to the City of
Redding with the recording of Unit 5 of the Country Heights Subdivision (A-
12-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
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Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-58 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Abandonment Application A-14-92, by Walt McNeill (4135
Boston Avenue - Westside Estates Subdivision)
(A-010-040)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Abandonment Application A-14-92.
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 February 9, 1993
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of December 22, 1992, recommended approval of a
request by Walter McNeill for the abandonment of a portion of the open-space
easement on his property within Westside Estates Subdivision.
Mr. Perry stated that the open-space easement was created with the
subdivision because of the difference in elevation between the building site
and the abandonment area and because of its close proximity to a small stream
corridor which runs adjacent to the southwesterly boundary of the subject
parcel. The area requested for abandonment is less than a 20 percent slope.
Mr. Perry related that as a result of this application, the owners of the
adjacent property to the east have submitted a written request to be included
in the abandonment of the open space behind their lot. The abandonment was
expanded to include the area behind the neighboring parcel.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
make the necessary findings for the open-space abandonment, ratify the
Negative Declaration, and adopt the necessary resolution approving the
abandonment. The resolution will not be recorded until after a lot-line
adjustment has been approved for Parcel 53.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the
matter and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
14-92: 1) No public purpose will be served by keeping the land as open
space; 2) Abandonment is not inconsistent with State laws regulating open-
space easements; 3) Abandonment is consistent with the General Plan; and 4)
Abandonment is necessary to avoid a substantial financial hardship to the
landowners due to involuntary factors unique to them. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment Application A-
14-92:
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 November 25, 1992. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Resolution No. 93-59 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of portions of open
space easements dedicated to the City of Redding with the recording of the
Westside Estates Subdivision (A-14-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
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Resolution No. 93-59 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-25-92, by Ron Mygrant (Stillwater
Heights Subdivision)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Rezoning Application RZ-25-92.
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 February 9, 1993
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of January 26, 1993, recommended approval of a
request by Ron Mygrant to rezone property located within Stillwater Heights
Subdivision from "U" Unclassified District to "R-2" Duplex Residential
District and "R3-30" Multiple-Family Residential District. The conditions of
approval for Stillwater Heights Subdivision required that the developer make
application for rezoning the subdivision prior to recordation of the final
map.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
approve the rezoning, ratify the Negative Declaration, and offer the
ordinance for first reading.
Mayor Moss determined there was no one present wishing to speak on the matter
and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-
25-92:
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 October 21, 1992 regarding Tentative Subdivision Map
S-11-91. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 2042 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section
18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain
real property in the City of Redding to "R-2" Duplex Residential District and
"R3-30" Multiple-Family Residential District (RZ-25-92).
ORDINANCE NO. 2041
- re Rezoning Application RZ-21-92, by North Central
Development (3584 through 3700 Railroad Avenue)
(L-010-230)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2041 be waived and the City Attorney
be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Ordinance No. 2041 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
"RM-9-F" Multiple-Family Residential District with site-plan-review criteria
(RZ-21-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Ordinance No. 2041 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECOMMENDATION REGARDING OLD STONE BUILDING AT PARKVIEW AND FREEBRIDGE
(C-050)
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City Manager Christofferson related that the issue of the old stone building
at Parkview and Freebridge had been carried over for 30 days in order to
afford Council an opportunity to inspect the building and consider further
alternatives. He explained that several calls have been received urging that
the building be saved. In addition, Bert Walsh, President of the Shasta
County Historical Society, suggested, along with staff, that the building be
enclosed in a chain link fence, thereby eliminating the liability problem and
at the same time preserving options for the future. The Historical Society
has also indicated an interest in installing a plaque near the building, with
an estimated value of $2,000.00.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize staff to install a
chain link fence, at a cost of approximately $4,500.00, around the old stone
building and accept the donation of a plaque from the Shasta Historical
Society.
Council Member Kehoe noted that there are other areas within the City which
pose a similar liability and questioned what would occur if Council decided
not to authorize the installation of the chain link fence.
Mr. Christofferson stated that it would strictly be a judgment call on the
part of Council to not install the chain link fence around the structure. He
noted that if a situation arises which poses more than the usual amount of
liability to the City, it is necessary for staff to apprise Council.
In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Christofferson stated that from time to time
safety inspections are made and matters which have not been of previous
concern are noted, as is the case with the old stone building.
Mayor Moss concurred with Council Member Kehoe that the City has areas of
similar exposure. He did not see where the old stone building presented more
of a liability than the miles of river bank and public roads owned by the
City, as well as the fountain at the Convention Center. In addition, he
noted that the installation of a chain link fence would create a maintenance
problem.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Christofferson stated he was not
aware of any accidents on the property.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
to not install a chain link fence around the old stone building at Parkview
and Freebridge and accept the donation of a plaque from the Shasta Historical
Society for installation at the site. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Bert Walsh, President of the Shasta Historical Society, stated that the
Shasta Historical Society concurs with Council's decision to preserve the
structure.
Robert DiGiulio, 3294 Lake Redding Drive, stated that if the City were to
decide at some point in the future to provide maintenance and renovate the
structure, it might be an excellent project for the City to utilize a
volunteer program. Mayor Moss concurred.
A petition containing 22 signatures was presented to Council requesting that
the old stone building remain standing at the corner of Freebridge and
Parkview.
MEETING LABOR RELATIONS NEGOTIATING NEEDS
(P-100-050)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed his Report to City Council dated
February 1, 1993, incorporated herein by reference. He stated that in order
to comply with the law, staff must field negotiating teams for each of the
employee organizations, which has recently increased from six to ten. To do
so, management personnel from various departments has previously been
utilized, in effect robbing other essential functions in order to discharge
this responsibility. In addition to the time expended by the City Manager's
office, the Personnel Director, Contract Negotiator Ron Reynolds, and the ten
to 15 management people who have had to be trained from other departments, it
is anticipated the number will grow to 20 to 25 individuals if the City is to
meet its new negotiating needs by the same method.
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Mr. Christofferson cited the following: (1) Expand Ron Reynolds'
negotiating responsibilities ($85 per hour); (2) Contract with another
negotiator for at least part of the work (ranging from $65 to $195 per hour);
or (3) Bring a negotiator on staff ($30 per hour). In addition, there is a
possibility of joining and utilizing the California Association of Employers,
however, its experience is primarily in the private sector, small
organizations, and once the initial 58 hours of consultation that goes with
the $4,375 membership is depleted, the cost is approximately $75 per hour for
all additional work.
Mr. Christofferson stated that the cost of utilizing staff in negotiations
represents a buried cost in terms of other work not being accomplished, and
of course there is considerable investment in training and experience to
bring staff up to a point of being able to represent the City's interests
effectively at the bargaining table. As the sheer volume of negotiating
meetings increases sharply in the coming months and continues virtually on a
year-around basis, totaling several thousand hours a year, Council needs to
address the question of the most cost effective and appropriate way to meet
the City's negotiating needs.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize and direct staff to
develop and submit the necessary job description, salary plan amendment, and
related material for consideration at the March 2, 1993, meeting,
establishing a position of Labor Relations Manager and setting in motion the
mechanics to recruit and select the best available candidate for the
position.
Andy Anderson, Regional Manager of the California Association of Employers
(Association), stated that the Association has been in existence for over 50
years and currently has 6,000 members composed of fire and water districts,
municipalities, etc. Because of the number of City employees, the
Association has proposed an annual membership fee of $4,375.00. He explained
that the annual membership fee entitles the City to 58 hours of hands-on
service. Consultations which are handled over the phone are not charged
against the 58 hours. The fee for services over 58 hours is a flat $75.00
per hour. He noted that if the City were to hire an employee to perform the
necessary duties, it would have the additional expenses associated with
benefits. The Association has eight employees which service the State of
California. In addition, the Association has two major law firms on
retainer, one in San Francisco and one in Los Angeles. If Council desired,
he offered to provide additional references and information regarding the
Association.
In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Anderson related that the
Association has provided services to the following local businesses:
Dicker's Department Store, Bella Vista Water District, Brentwood
Convalescent, Shasta Convalescent Center, Napa Auto Parts Stores, House of
Steno, and Bridge Bay Resort.
Council Member Kehoe suggested the following two additional alternatives for
consideration: 1) Based on the Work Force Management Plan, determine if
existing staffing can be reconfigured so as to avoid hiring additional
personnel; and 2) Contact other public agencies in the area to determine if
it is feasible to share personnel to provide the necessary services. Given
the hiring freeze and elimination of step increases and cost-of-living
increases this fiscal year, he appreciated Mr. Christofferson's hesitance in
bringing this issue before Council. He noted the importance of reviewing the
amount of staff time and money being spent on the labor negotiation process.
He, therefore, strongly encouraged Council to review the two additional
alternatives.
Council Member Anderson questioned whether the person, if hired, would have
time to perform additional duties. If so, he asked whether it would be
feasible to contact the County of Shasta and City of Anderson to determine if
they would be interested in developing a joint powers arrangement and sharing
in the expense of this additional staff person. He also inquired as to the
availability of qualified candidates for this type of position. Although he
understood the urgency of the situation, he desired to review a cost
breakdown of the different alternatives, as well as the allocations to the
various departments, before making a final decision.
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City Manager Christofferson stated that it is his intent to structure the
workload of the position so that over a period of time, the individual would
have additional time to perform related duties, such as developing personnel
rules in the area of negotiation. The possibility of job sharing this
position with other agencies has not been explored, but he believed the
majority of the individual's time would need to be devoted to the City.
Although staff has not started the recruitment process, it is believed
qualified candidates are available for such a position. One of the
consultants contacted, which currently bills on an hourly basis, has
expressed an interest in such a position.
Council Member Arness favored maintaining some type of team effort in the
negotiation process and having department heads or their designated
representatives involved. He stated the cost of having staff members
participating in the process need to be shown when considering the overall
cost.
Mr. Christofferson related that the negotiating team is currently made up of
three or four individuals serving as subject matter experts, with a chief
negotiator and a back-up individual. The new staff person, in most cases,
would serve as the chief negotiator and report directly to the City Manager's
Office. A subject matter expert would still be required, but would only be
necessary to draw on one individual instead of three or four.
Mayor Moss related that the Labor Relations Manager would be required to have
professional skills and experience, thereby demanding comparable wages.
Council Member Kehoe also expressed a desire to review a cost breakdown of
the various alternatives. He also wanted the opportunity to review the
possible reconfiguration of existing staff before making a firm commitment to
hire an additional employee to the General Fund Budget.
Council Member Arness commented that the bargaining units are comprised of
both Enterprise Fund and General Fund employees.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
directing staff to prepare a complete cost analysis of all the alternatives
presented by both staff and Council, as well as the allocations to the
various departments, and provide the necessary job description, salary plan
amendment, and related material establishing a Labor Relations Manager for
consideration at the March 2, 1993 meeting. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
(L-040-300)
In a Report to City Council dated February 9, 1993, incorporated herein by
reference, Public Information Officer Bachman recommended that Council oppose
the utilization of funds from redevelopment agencies to assist in the
balancing of the State's budget and support ACA 1 which requires only a
simple majority vote to pass general obligation bonds.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
directing the Mayor to send letters of opposition to the appropriate State
officials regarding the utilization of funds from redevelopment agencies to
assist in the balancing of the State's budget. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Anderson expressed satisfaction with the current requirement
of a two-thirds vote to pass general obligation bonds. Rather than support
the amendment, he preferred taking no position.
Mayor Moss stated that he favored a simple majority vote versus the
dictatorship of the two-thirds requirement.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
directing the Mayor to send letters of support to the appropriate State
officials regarding ACA 1 which would only require a simple majority vote to
pass general obligation bonds.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Anderson
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
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ALTERNATIVES REGARDING FIRE DEPARTMENT OVERTIME
(A-050-140 & B-130-070 & P-100-120)
Director of Finance Downing recalled that Council, at its meeting of January
20, 1993, elected to defer action on the issue of overtime in the Fire
Department pending review of the mid-year financial condition. Currently,
the overtime budget for the Fire Department is overbudgeted by $56,000.00.
Ms. Downing presented the following four alternatives for Council's
consideration: (1) Maintain the status quo. This would result in a
$158,000.00 decrease in the General Fund reserve; (2) Hire three full-time,
permanent fire engineers to back fill for those employees who are sick, out
on industrial injury, or on vacation. This would result in a $147,000.00
decrease in the General Fund reserve; (3) Hire three full-time, temporary
fire engineers to mitigate the overtime problem with the understanding that
staff will attempt to develop a permanent solution during next year's budget
process. This would result in a $135,000.00 decrease in the General Fund
reserve; and (4) Take one company out of service when specified conditions
exist. This would result in a $33,000.00 decrease in the General Fund
reserve.
Ms. Downing stated that given Council's existing policies regarding new
personnel and the General Fund reserve, staff is reluctant to make a
recommendation. However, if Council desires to continue the existing hiring
freeze and maintain a three percent General Fund reserve, taking one company
out of service when specified conditions exist is the only viable option.
In response to Council Member Arness, Ms. Downing stated that the General
Fund reserve is currently $600,000.00, or approximately two percent. This
figure provides for maintaining Fire Department overtime at the status quo
level and appropriating an additional $250,000.00.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, City Manager Christofferson replied that
the status of negotiations with the bargaining units would be discussed
during closed session at the Council meeting on February 17, 1993, at 5:15
p.m.
Council Member Kehoe asked the Fire Chief to provide input regarding the
options before Council for consideration. Fire Chief Bailey replied that he
did not want to lose any existing personnel and supported staff's
recommendation.
Council Member Kehoe asked for the definition of a full-time, temporary
employee.
Mr. Christofferson replied that a full-time, temporary employee does not
receive all the benefits of a permanent employee and would not have a vested
right to any permanency.
In response to Mayor Moss, Fire Chief Bailey stated that taking one company
out of service would be dramatic and result in a total manpower reduction of
one-seventh.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Fire Chief Bailey related that the
Fire Department currently has 20 volunteers; however, they are not allowed to
perform real fire fighting because of training standards and are primarily
utilized as support personnel.
Mayor Moss was not prepared to support the closure of a fire station and
pointed out that because of the Fire Department's historical performance, the
City has enjoyed a good fire rating for insurance purposes. He stated that
the City's overtime costs support the fact that the Fire Department is
understaffed. He acknowledged that the City continues to grow in both size
and population and supported the recommendation of adding additional
personnel. He asked how long it had been since fire fighters had been added
to the department.
Fire Chief Bailey responded that when he came to work for the City six years
ago, it had a population of 48,000 and today the department still maintains
the same two men per unit staffing.
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Council Member Kehoe preferred to hire three full-time, temporary fire
engineers until more facts are known regarding the status of the 1993-94
budget.
Council Member Arness stated that he has not seen any information to indicate
sales tax income would be any greater than what had been anticipated. He
related that the hiring of three full-time, temporary fire engineers only
postpones the decision.
Council Member Anderson was hesitant to hire three new fire engineers if the
same amount of overtime would be realized in the next fiscal year. Before
making these positions permanent in the 1993-94 fiscal year budget, he wanted
to review the figures regarding the net overtime savings.
Mr. Christofferson indicated that the best comparison is the difference
between maintaining the status quo, $158,000.00, and hiring three full-time,
temporary fire engineers, $147,000.00. The only real savings is the
difference between overtime and straight time, amounting to approximately ten
percent or less. If all items remained consistent in the upcoming fiscal
year, the overtime figure would probably be reduced from approximately
$600,000.00 to $580,000.00. He stated that it is difficult to project the
overtime figure because of the unknown variables, such as industrial injuries
and mutual aid support to outside agencies.
Ms. Downing stated that the $350,000.00 original overtime budget was based on
historical data, and this was an abnormal year due to increased industrial
injuries and mutual aid support.
Council Member Kehoe favored hiring three full-time, temporary fire engineers
and utilizing the information complied to determine the amount of overtime
costs which might be realized in the upcoming fiscal year. He questioned
whether the hiring of three full-time, temporary fire engineers would reduce
the General Fund.
Ms. Downing replied that with the hiring of three full-time, temporary fire
engineers, the General Fund reserve would actually increase as staff had
provided for an additional $250,000.00 allocation for Fire Department
overtime at the mid-year budget review.
Council Member Anderson stated that he did not want to encounter a similar
situation as the traffic safety officers, and stressed that the positions are
temporary.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing staff to hire three full-time, temporary fire engineers to
mitigate the overtime problem with the understanding that staff will attempt
to develop a permanent solution when it begins work on next year's budget.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SET PUBLIC HEARING
- re User Fees for Fire Service
(F-205-600 & A-050-140)
Director of Finance Downing explained that staff, in accordance with
Council's perceived direction to consider the establishment of user fees for
fire services, specifically medical responses, is requesting Council to
schedule a public hearing for March 2, 1993, to receive public commentary.
Council Member Kehoe expressed concern with charging for services which the
City has historically provided on a gratis basis to the community.
Council Member Anderson did not object to the hazardous waste charge, but was
also concerned about charging for medical emergency calls.
Council Member Arness opined that in the absence of money, he did not see
where Council had any alternative but to consider the establishment of a user
fee for fire services.
Mayor Moss stated that some of the charges would be covered by insurance. He
favored a public hearing to allow the public an opportunity to comment on the
matter.
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Council Member Arness recommended scheduling the public hearing for March 16,
1993, to allow the public sufficient time to ask questions and provide input
on the matter.
Ms. Downing clarified that the fees only relate to medical emergency response
calls. As part of the medical dispatch, the Fire Department is automatically
sent out as the first responder to a call.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
to set a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., March 16, 1993, to receive public
comment regarding the establishment of user fees for certain fire services.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Authorizing Full-Time Clerk Position in Fleet Management
* (B-130-070 & A-050-150-150 & P-100-320)
Director of Finance Downing recalled that Council, at its meeting of February
2, 1993, approved a request by the Director of General Services to convert a
part-time clerk position in the Fleet Management Division to a full-time
position.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the necessary resolution
facilitating Council's previous decision.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-60 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
approving and adopting the 48th amendment to Budget Resolution No. 92-306
converting one part-time clerk position in the Fleet Management Division to a
full-time position.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-60 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ANIMAL REGULATION SERVICE
(A-130)
Director of Finance Downing recalled that Council previously extended the
term of Haven Humane's contract to June 30, 1993, thereby allowing time for
staff to review the animal regulation services agreement, service levels, and
costs of service. The City currently contracts for animal regulation
services. In addition to this service agreement the City provides two animal
control officers and vehicle fuel for the City aspect of the operation.
Ms. Downing related that staff is requesting direction from Council with
regard to the level of service to be provided to the community. The
following options were presented for consideration: 1) Maintain current
service level, costing $337,700.00 annually; 2) Reduce current service level
based on the elimination of after-hours service response, costing $319,300.00
annually; 3) Reduce current service level based on the elimination of after-
hours service response and one animal control officer, costing $263,000.00
annually ; and 4) Some combination of service level reduction as directed by
Council.
Ms. Downing noted that staff is still reviewing the possibility of Haven
Humane Society administering the City's dog licensing program.
Council Member Kehoe requested staff to provide additional information
concerning each option, specifically the number of after-hour service calls
received.
Council Member Arness noted that it might be more effective to shift work
schedules based on the peak call periods. He also requested a breakdown of
the current service level costs totaling $337,700.00.
Ms. Downing commented that the City currently provides two employees and
Haven Humane provides two, for a total of four employees.
Council Member Anderson concurred that it is important for Council to
understand the service level impacts if the funding levels are reduced.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
directing staff to provide additional information relating to the different
alternatives presented for consideration regarding the level of service for
animal regulation, specifically the number of after-hour service calls, the
impacts on the level of service, and a breakdown of the current service level
costs totaling $337,700.00. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- re Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act Funding
Submittals to the Regional Transportation Planning Agency
(G-100-170 & T-100-050)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that in late 1991,
the President signed into law the Intermodal Surface Transportation
Efficiency Act (ISTEA). A component of the ISTEA is the Transportation
Enhancement Activities Program, a ten percent set aside from the Surface
Transportation Program. Eligible projects under this act include pedestrian
and bicycle facilities that enhance the existing transportation system.
Mr. Perry explained that over the six-year life of the act, over $200 million
in transportation enhancement activities funds are apportioned to California.
In California, these monies must be matched at approximately 88 federal
dollars to 12 nonfederal dollars. The first-year accelerated program
provides $50 million for projects that can be under construction by July
1994.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council direct staff to proceed with a
funding request totaling $1,890,000.00 under the accelerated cycle as
follows: 1) Design/construction of Buenaventura/Westside Feeder Trail
$150,000.00 and land acquisition $25,000.00; 2) Design/construction of
Elks/Senior Citizen Extension $110,000.00; 3) Design/construction of
Sacramento River Crossing at Benton Ranch $1,300,000.00+; 4)
Design/construction of Extension to Hilltop Drive $150,000.00; and 5)
Design/construction of Extension to North Bechelli Lane $155,000.00.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-61 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving the application for funds for the Transportation
Enhancement Activities under the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act of 1991 for the following project: To construct a series of bike trails
to covert the existing Sacramento River Trail to non-motorized transportation
links to connect people to activity centers in the City of Redding at a cost
of $1,890,000.00. Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-61 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
TIMELINESS LANGUAGE IN GENERAL PLAN FOR SCHOOLS
(G-030)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City
Council dated February 9, 1993, incorporated herein by reference, which
outlined the request received from three school districts regarding the
incorporation of "timeliness" language into the Westside Area Plan. In
essence, the districts are asking that the City include, as part of its
General Plan and area plans, language that would require that school
facilities be adequate to handle the increased population caused by new
development or future density increases. In the alternative, the districts
indicate that future residents will not be well served or, as conveyed to a
staff member, will not be served or will have to be served by the City.
Mr. Perry explained that staff has referred the request to the full Council
since it involves more than just the Westside Area Plan and potentially
involves more than just these three school districts. Neither the Grant,
Redding, nor Shasta High School Districts are proposing new schools within
the boundaries of the Westside Area Plan; although in the plan area as well
as elsewhere within the City, new student enrollment will occur as a product
of continual growth. It is staff's opinion, any new policy developed should
be a citywide policy and not created in each area plan.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council direct staff to coordinate a
joint meeting of the Board of Supervisors, Anderson City Council, and the
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Redding City Council to develop a joint response on the issue and possibly
establish a task force made up of school, development, real estate, City and
County interests to arrive at a common county-wide solution.
Don Demsher concurred with staff's recommendation. He considers it essential
to work together in trying to resolve the matter and avoid having school
districts reach a point where they are forced to serve notice that they are
no longer accepting children.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
directing staff to coordinate a joint meeting of the Board of Supervisors,
the Anderson City Council, and the Redding City Council to develop a joint
response to the requests to enact timeliness language in the General Plan and
area plans and establish a task force made up of school, development, real
estate, City and County interests to arrive at a common county-wide solution.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds to Extend Crime Analysis Program and
Authorizing Receipt of Asset Seizure Revenue
* (B-130-070 & P-150-150 & A-050-270)
Chief of Police Blankenship recalled that in July 1989, the City received a
grant from the Office of Criminal Justice Planning (OCJP) to fund a Crime
Analysis Program through December 31, 1992. OCJP extended funding through
March 31, 1993, to pay the salary and benefits of two Intermediate Clerks
assigned to the Crime Analysis Program.
Chief Blankenship explained that the Intermediate Clerks are essential to the
program to compile crime information and perform analysis to track parolees,
gang activity, crime patterns, child molesters and other sex offenders, as
well as other serious criminal activity in the Redding area.
Chief Blankenship noted that approximately five years ago, a commitment was
made to review how the Police Department functions, to set priorities, to
have a better management of case loads, etc., and this has been accomplished
with the Crime Analysis Program.
Chief Blankenship stated that the necessary funding to continue the current
staffing through the remainder of fiscal year 1992-93 is available in the
Police Administration Budget, $6,700.00, and narcotics asset forfeiture
funds, $7,700.00.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution
appropriating the necessary funds for the two clerk positions for the
remainder of fiscal year 1992-93.
Council Member Anderson reiterated that the Crime Analysis Program is a
project which is funded by the State and the City may have difficulty funding
it next fiscal year, thereby impacting personnel. He stated that he would be
looking to the Chief for recommendations regarding priorities.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-62 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and adopting the 44th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 92-306 (1) appropriating $7,700.00 to extend the Crime
Analysis Unit; and (2) authorizing the receipt of $7,700.00 in asset seizure
revenue.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-62 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REQUEST TO REPLACE PART-TIME CLERK IN CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
(A-050-055)
City Clerk Strohmayer related that the Secretary-Stenographer position in the
City Clerk's Office was vacated on February 4, 1992, and the part-time clerk
transferred to the Housing Division on February 15, 1993, representing a 23
percent loss of staffing. The Report to City Council dated February 5, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference, detailed the duties of both positions, the
mandates for each duty, and the amount of time spent on each task.
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Ms. Strohmayer requested that Council authorize the filling of the part-time
clerk (Code 8) vacancy, absorbing the Secretary/Stenographer's assignments,
redistributing duties and streamlining some procedures on an interim basis
and retaining the Secretary/Stenographer position in the 1993-94 budget. She
noted that virtually every function performed by the City Clerk's department
is either mandated by State law, Municipal Ordinance, or City Council
resolution.
Mayor Moss questioned whether the City Clerk's Office would be able to
continue its business license compliance program. Ms. Strohmayer replied
that the program would be impacted to some extent; however, if the
replacement of the part-time clerk is authorized, it is her intent to
continue the business license compliance program.
Council Member Anderson complimented Ms. Strohmayer on her presentation and
opined that it followed the spirit of the hiring freeze.
Council Member Kehoe also complimented Ms. Strohmayer on her presentation and
suggested that it serve as a model for other directors when making requests
for additional personnel.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
authorizing the City Clerk to replace the part-time clerk (Code 8) position
in the City Clerk's Department and to consider the request to retain the
Secretary/Stenographer position in the 1993-94 fiscal year budget during
budget deliberations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE
- re Revisions to Municipal Code, Chapter 14.16, Sewers, and
Introduction of Enforcement Response Plan
(W-010)
Public Works Director Galusha recalled that in March 1990, the State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
conducted an audit of the City's pretreatment program and the City was found
in violation of several pretreatment regulations. The importance of
correcting these deficiencies was reinforced by a cease and desist order from
the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Board (CVRWQCB) to the City on
March 22, 1991. This order was not a result of the City violating wastewater
treatment requirements at Clear Creek, but a result of not fully implementing
the federal pretreatment program requirements on local industries. This
order will remain in effect until deficiencies have been corrected or until
more stringent enforcement actions are taken.
One of the major requirements of the cease and desist order was for the City
to draft City Municipal Code changes to include all federal pretreatment
regulations, and adopt the final code within 60 days of state/federal
approval and adopt and implement an Enforcement Response Plan. Staff has
prepared the necessary City code changes and enforcement response plan
procedures, as outlined in the Report to City Council dated February 9, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council rescind the present sewer
ordinance, offer the new sewer ordinance for first reading, and direct staff
to present the proposed Enforcement Response Plan for final adoption when the
new ordinance becomes effective.
In response to Mayor Moss, Mr. Galusha indicated that the City has no
alternative but to comply with the cease and desist order if it wants to
continue to maintain its permit to discharge into the Sacramento River.
In response to Council Member Arness, Superintendent-Wastewater Craig replied
that the Wastewater Utility pays for the majority of the laboratory testing.
The City spends approximately $50,000.00 annually on private laboratory
testing and $100,000.00 on in-house labor, etc.
Mr. Galusha clarified that staff is not recommending that the public be
charged for laboratory testing.
Council Member Kehoe asked what immediate fiscal impacts the ordinance would
have on local businesses which generate hazardous waste.
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Mr. Craig stated that businesses which are currently complying with State and
Federal hazardous waste regulations, fire prevention, and Health Department
requirements would realize very little impact.
Council Member Arness offered Ordinance No. 2043 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding
Municipal Code Title 14, Utilities, by repealing Chapter 14.16 in its
entirety and adding a new Chapter 14.16 pertaining to sewers.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
Red, White & Brew (Ward, William T.)
2181 Hilltop Drive
Application to Public Utility Commission
(S-050-350)
Application by PG&E for authority to revise its gas rates and tariffs
effective 9-1-93, Application No. 93-02-005
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:10 p.m., Mayor Moss
declared the meeting adjourned to 5:15 p.m., February 17, 1993, at City Hall
Conference Room D, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk