HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - unsigned - 1993-04-061
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City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
Redding, California
April 6, 1993 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Assistant City Attorney
Calkins
The Invocation was offered by Tom Woods, Station Manager of KVIP Radio.
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, Assistant City Attorney Calkins,
Director of Finance Downing, Assistant City Engineer Aasen, Public Works
Operations Manager Russell, Director of General Services Masingale,
Superintendent-Wastewater Craig, Personnel Director Bristow, Senior Planner
King, Director of Utilities/Customer Service Vokal, Assistant General
Services Director Kohn, Associate Planner Hanson, Associate Planner Morgon,
Police Investigator Brenner, Budget Services Officer Starman, Solid Waste
Supervisor Roach, Assistant Planner Thesken, Public Information Officer
Bachman, City Clerk Strohmayer and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes
- Special Meeting of March 2, 1993
Regular Meeting of March 2, 1993
Special Meeting of March 16, 1993
Regular Meeting of March 16, 1993
Adjourned Regular Meeting of March 23, 1993
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 18, check numbers 191279
through 191957 inclusive, in the amount of $3,201,652.56, be approved and
paid, Payroll Register No. 19, check numbers 354470 through 355185 inclusive,
in the amount of $839,035.55, and Automatic Payroll Deposits, check numbers
15060 through 15228 inclusive, in the amount of $241,554.48, for a total of
$1,080,590.03, for the period of February 28, 1993 through March 13, 1993, be
approved and Payroll Register No. 20, check numbers 355186 through 355895
inclusive, in the amount of $825,506.38, and Automatic Payroll Deposits,
check numbers 15229 through 15397 inclusive, in the amount of $240,630.67,
for a total of $1,066,137.05, for the period of March 14, 1993 through March
27, 1993, be approved.
TOTAL: $5,348,379.64
Monthly Financial Report
- February 1993
(B-130-070)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that the February 1993
Monthly Financial Report be accepted.
Legislative Matters
(L-040-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Information Officer that Council
direct staff to take the necessary steps to make the City's position known to
the appropriate State officials with regard to the following legislation:
Opposition to SCA22, SB1114, AB978, SB870, SB732, AB981 and support of AB75
and SB49.
Request from Redding Police Managers Association
- re Dues Deduction
(P-100-050-128)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Council authorize
the Redding Police Managers Association to have the dues of its members, who
have expressly so authorized in writing, deducted from pay checks.
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Reject Bid Schedule No. 2726
- Furnishing Photocopy Equipment
(B-050-100 & A-070-090)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Bid Schedule No.
2726, furnishing photocopy equipment, be rejected and staff authorized to
readvertise for new bids.
Transaction Listing of Acquisitions between $5,000 and $25,000
(B-050)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that Council accept and
approve the transaction listing of acquisitions between $5,000.00 and
$25,000.00 and emergency purchases requiring City Manager approval for the
period of December 1992 through March 1993.
SHASCOM 911 Dispatch Center
(C-070-100 & C-175-825-100)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Council approve a "no fee ground lease" for a one-acre site located on
South Street to be utilized for the construction of a consolidated dispatch
center by Shasta Area Safety Communications Agency (SHASCOM). The term of
the lease would be 30 years with two ten-year extensions subject to agreement
of both parties. It is further recommended that the Mayor be authorized to
execute the lease with the provision that if the facility is not built within
two years, the lease will become null and void or require Council concurrence
on an extension.
Appointment
- Representative to Shasta County Commission on Aging
(B-080-470)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Housing Superior Kit Garrity be appointed as the City's representative
to the Shasta County Commission on Aging to fill the unexpired term ending
January 1, 1994.
Resolution
- Amendment to Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social
Service re Provision of Transitional Housing
(G-100-030-035)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 93-94 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending the agreement between the City of Redding and
Northern Valley Catholic Social Service for the provision of transitional
housing.
Annual Report on General Plan
(G-030-010)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Council accept the Annual Report on the City's General Plan.
Resolution
- Ordering Territory Designated as "Annexation 90-9, Kisling Road
Area" Annexed to City of Redding
(A-150-231)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Council make the following findings regarding Annexation Application 90-
9:
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 26, 1990.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 93-95 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering territory designated as
"Annexation 90-9, Kisling Road Area" annexed to the City of Redding.
Resolution
- Boundary Expansion of Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone
(E-050-300)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Council make the following findings regarding Environmental Impact
Determination ED-1-93:
1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form;
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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 January 20, 1993.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 93-96 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding approving a boundary expansion for
the Shasta Metro Enterprise Zone.
Animal Permit Application A-1-93
- by Thomas Schaer
(A-130-140)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Council approve Animal Permit Application A-1-93 subject to the list of
conditions set forth in the Report to City Council dated March 22, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference, and authorize the City Manager to issue
said permit.
Tentative Subdivision Map S-12-92
- Arizona Estates, by E. J. Colley (Churn
Creek Road and Arizona Street)
(S-100-029)
Council accepted the report containing the map and conditions of approval for
Tentative Subdivision Map S-12-92 approved by the Planning Commission
granting permission to subdivide 3.4 acres into 13 single-family residential
lots.
Tentative Subdivision Map S-11-92
- Crown Estates Subdivision, Unit 1, by J.
F. Shea (2851 Girvan Road)
(S-100-117)
Council accepted the report containing the map and conditions of approval for
Tentative Subdivision Map S-11-92 approved by the Planning Commission
granting permission to create 33 single-family residential lots on 19 acres
located at 2851 Girvan Road.
Set Public Meeting
- re Landscape Maintenance Districts
(A-170-075- )
It is the recommendation of Planning and Community Development Director that
a public meeting be set for 7:00 p.m., June 15, 1993, for the following
Landscape Maintenance Districts: a) Landscape Maintenance District #1-
Bonnyview Estates; b) Landscape Maintenance District #2-St. Thomas Heights;
c) Landscape Maintenance District #3-Candlewood Estates 1 & 2; d) Landscape
Maintenance District #3-Ravenwood Estates 10; e) Landscape Maintenance
District #4-Shasta View Manor; f) Landscape Maintenance District #5-River
Park Highlands 1-7; g) Landscape Maintenance District #6-Ravenwood Estates
1-7 & R1; h) Landscape Maintenance District #7-River Heights & River Heights
PD; i) Landscape Maintenance District #8-River Ridge Park Units 1-3, R1-R2,
and River Ridge Terrace 1; j) Landscape Maintenance District #9-Hidden Hills
1-2 & R1; k) Landscape Maintenance District #10-East Redding Estates 1; l)
Landscape Maintenance District #11-Highland Oaks 1-3 & Western Acres 1; m)
Landscape Maintenance District #12-Lancer Hills 3; n) Landscape Maintenance
District #12-Quail Ridge 7 & 8; o) Landscape Maintenance District #13-
Westside Estates; p) Landscape Maintenance District #14-Quail Ridge 4-5; q)
Landscape Maintenance District #15-Oak Mesa Estates 2 & Heritage Oaks; r)
Landscape Maintenance District #16-Blossom Park 1-4 & R3-R7; s) Landscape
Maintenance District #17-College Highlands 1-3 & R1; t) Landscape
Maintenance District #18-Almaden Estates 1 & R1; u) Landscape Maintenance
District #19-Girvan Estates; v) Landscape Maintenance District #20-Monterey
Springs 1 and Quail Hollow 3; w) Landscape Maintenance District #21-Vista
Ridge 1 & R1; x) Landscape Maintenance District #22-Forest Hills 1 & R1-R3;
y) Landscape Maintenance District #23-Stillwater Heights 1 & R1; and z)
Landscape Maintenance District #25-Victor Estates 1 & 2.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-3-92, by the Estate of R.
V. Christian and the City of Redding (South Bonnyview Road and Eastside Road)
(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., April 20, 1993, to consider GPA-
3-92, a request to amend the General Plan from "Residential, 9.0 units per
acre," "Residential, 2.0 units per acre," "Greenway," and "Service
Commercial" to "Retail."
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Resolution - re Professional Services for Western/Redding/PacifiCorp
Arrangement
(E-120-025 & E-120-900 & E-120)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
93-97 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
authorizing staff to negotiate contracts with consultants to provide
assistance toward the development of the proposed Western/Redding/Pacificorp
arrangement, not to exceed $80,000.00 in total; and authorizing the City
Manager to sign the necessary documentation. Funds for these services are
included in the 1992-93 budget, Job Order No. 9666-35.
Electric Department Project Status Report
(A-050-125)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the Electric
Department's Project Status Report for the quarter ending March 31, 1993, be
accepted.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2736, Furnish and Install Exhaust Extraction
System at Fire Station No. 2
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that Bid Schedule No. 2736,
furnish and install exhaust extraction system at Fire Station No. 2 be
awarded to the sole bidder, Air Exchange, Inc., in the amount of $27,548.89.
Resolution - re Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force's 1993-94 Fiscal Year
Budget
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 93-98 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the Fiscal Year 1993-94 Budget for the Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task
Force in the amount of $124,746.00.
Resolution
- Authorizing Receipt of Funds and Appropriating Funds to Purchase
Computer System
* (B-130-070 & A-050-270)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 93-99 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 57th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 92-306 (1)
Appropriating $4,980.00 for computer equipment; and (2) Authorizing the
receipt of $4,980.00 in related revenue.
Resolution
- re Purchase of Four Marked Field Operations Vehicles
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 93-100 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
the Department of General Services of the State of California to purchase
four marked police vehicles in the amount of $60,102.00 for the Redding
Police Department; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the
appropriate documentation. Funds for this purchase are included in the 1992-
93 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2735, Aircraft Guidance Signs and Associated
Hardware
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Bid Schedule No. 2735,
aircraft guidance signs and associated hardware, be awarded to the second low
bidder, Architectural Graphics, Inc., in the amount of $42,688.72. The
apparent low bidder did not meet bid specifications. Acquisition and
installation is being funded by Federal Aviation Administration Airport
Improvement Project Grant funds (90 percent) and State Matching loan funds
(10 percent).
Purchase of Used 3/4 Ton Pickup
(B-050-100 & A-050-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Council
authorize the purchase of a used 1981 3/4 ton Ford pickup from the Electric
Utility Department for the Fleet Management Division of General Services in
the amount of $1,800.00. Funds for this purchase are available in the 1992-
93 Solid Waste budget.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- By Redding Rodeo Association for Demolition Derby
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(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of the Redding Rodeo Association to sell alcoholic beverages at its
Demolition Derby to be held at the Redding Rodeo Association rodeo grounds on
June 13, 1993, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 a.m. June 14, 1993.
Set Public Hearing
- re Application for Limousine Owner's Permit by Jeffery
Gedecke, Success Transportation Services
(T-100-150)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that a public hearing be set for
7:00 p.m., April 20, 1993, to consider the Application for a Limousine
Owner's Permit from Jeffery Gedecke, Success Transportation Services.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce for Air Show
'93 Mixer
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce to sell alcoholic beverages at its
Air Show Mixer to be held at the IASCO hangar at Redding Municipal Airport on
May 21, 1993 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- Redding Active 20/40 Club re Chili Cookoff
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of the Redding Active 20/40 Club to sell alcoholic beverages at the first
annual fundraising Chili Head Cook Off event to be held on May 30, 1993, from
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on the lawn area in front of the Redding Convention
Center.
Request to Sell Alcohol
- Shasta Blues Society re Second Annual Blues
Festival
(A-110-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that Council approve the request
of the Shasta Blues Society to sell alcoholic beverages at their Second
Annual Blues Festival at the Riverfront Amphitheater on August 28, 1993, from
4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Proposed 1994 California Parks & Wildlife Initiative
(L-040-300 & C-070-250)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Council
accept and recommit any funds received through the proposed 1994 California
Parks & Wildlife Initiative to the Alliance of Redding Museums (ARM) for the
river museum component of the Turtle Bay Museum Park project.
Resolution
- re Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for Upgrade of Downtown
Signals
(S-050-100 & T-080-700)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 93-
101 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Cooperative Agreement No. 02D669
by and between the City of Redding and the State of California, Department of
Transportation, for installing traffic control signals and safety lighting
and performing roadwork at various intersections.
Resolution
- Caltrans Maintenance Agreement Amendment re SR299/Hawley Road
Resolution
- Caltrans Maintenance Agreement Amendment re SR44/Airport Road
Resolution
- Caltrans Maintenance Agreement Amendment re SR299/Auditorium
Drive
Resolution
- Caltrans Maintenance Agreement Amendment re SR44/Shasta View
Drive
(S-050-100 & S-050-100-600)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the following
resolutions approving amendments to Maintenance Agreements with the
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) be adopted:
(a) Resolution No. 93-102, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Freeway Maintenance
Agreement dated January 25, 1993, by and between the City of Redding and the
State of California, Department of Transportation, for the State Route
299/Hawley Road undercrossing;
(b) Resolution No. 93-103, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Freeway Maintenance
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Agreement dated January 25, 1993, by and between the City of Redding and the
State of California, Department of Transportation, for the State Route
44/Airport Road overcrossing;
(c) Resolution No. 93-104, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Freeway Maintenance
Agreement dated January 25, 1993, by and between the City of Redding and the
State of California, Department of Transportation, for the State Route
299/Auditorium Drive overcrossing; and
(d) Resolution No. 93-105, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Freeway Maintenance
Agreement dated October 28, 1992, by and between the City of Redding and the
State of California, Department of Transportation, for the State Route
44/Shasta View Drive overcrossing.
Resolution
- re Supplement No. 006 to State-Local Transportation Partnership
Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068, Project No. SB93-5068(023) with Caltrans
for AC Overlay on Various Streets
Resolution
- re Agreements within Cycle 4 of the State-Local Transportation
Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 with Caltrans
Resolution
- re Agreements within Cycle 5 of the State-Local Transportation
partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068 with Caltrans
(G-100-170)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 93-
106 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign Program Supplement No. 006 to
State-Local Transportation Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068,
Project No. SB93-5068(023), by and between the City of Redding and the State
of California, Department of Transportation, for AC overlay of various
streets (19 locations).
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 93-107 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor
to sign all agreements within Cycle 4 of the State-Local Transportation
Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068, by and between the City of
Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 93-108 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the
Mayor to sign all agreements within Cycle 5 of the State-Local Transportation
Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5068, by and between the City of
Redding and the State of California, Department of Transportation.
Public Works Quarterly Report
(A-050-125)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the Public Works
Quarterly Report for the second quarter 1993 be accepted.
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:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe & Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution Nos. 93-94, 93-95, 93-96, 93-97, 93-98, 93-99, 93-100, 93-101, 93-
102, 93-103, 93-104, 93-105, 93-106, 93-107 and 93-108 are on file in the
office of the City Clerk.
TIERRA OAKS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1993-1
(A-170-050-750)
Public Works Director Galusha explained that Tierra Oaks Assessment District
No. 1993-1 is a 100 percent developer acquisition-type assessment district to
build public improvements necessary to serve the Tierra Oaks Subdivision near
old Oregon Trail Road in the northeast quadrant of the City.
Mr. Galusha noted that in the past, the City has only allowed public
improvements owned and operated by the City to be included in an assessment
district financing. In this case, the developers have requested the Pacific
Gas and Electric gas facilities and Bella Vista Water District waterline
improvements be included in the assessment district financing package. Both
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of these facilities are necessary for the development of the project and the
State code allows their construction costs to be included in the assessment
district financing. In addition, the City's bond counsel, Sam Sperry,
supports their inclusion and indicates it is common practice through the many
jurisdictions he advises.
In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Sperry indicated that in the event
there is a refund agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric, the law requires
that the agreement be assigned to the City and any reimbursement would come
to the City and go back to the property owners via credits on their
installments.
Bond Counsel Sam Sperry submitted the following documents for consideration:
Petition
Certificate re Petition
Resolution Accepting Petition
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-109 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding accepting the petition in the Tierra Oaks Assessment
District No. 1993-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-109 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Boundary Map
Resolution Approving Boundary Map
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-110 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving the Boundary Map in the Tierra Oaks Assessment
District No. 1993-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-110 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution Approving Agreement for Legal Services
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-111 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving the Agreement for legal services with Orrick,
Herrington & Sutcliffe as special bond counsel in the Tierra Oaks Assessment
District No. 1993-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-111 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution of Intention
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-112 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding of intention to order improvement in the Tierra Oaks
Assessment District No. 1993-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-112 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-15-92, by Valley Industrial
Communications (Unimproved road easement located between 5040 and 5080
Caterpillar Road)
(A-010-100)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding Abandonment Application A-15-92.
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 March 22, 1993
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of February 23, 1993, recommended approval of a
request by Valley Industrial Communications to abandon an 875-foot-long, 64-
foot-wide, unnamed, unimproved road easement located between 5040 and 5080
Caterpillar Road.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council
ratify the Negative Declaration and adopt the necessary resolution abandoning
the right-of-way.
Mayor Moss determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the
matter and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by the Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member
Anderson, that Council make the following findings regarding Abandonment
Application A-15-92:
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 January 13, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-113 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of surplus street
right-of-way located between 5040 and 5080 Caterpillar Road (A-15-92).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-113 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Amendment to Chapter 18.64 of the Redding Municipal Code
Relating to Environmental Review Pursuant to California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA)
(A-050-060-555 & L-010-500-050)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Moss opened the public hearing
regarding the amendment to Chapter 18.64 of the Redding Municipal Code
relating to environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated March 25, 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 February 23, 1993, recommended that Council
adopt the proposed Chapter 18.64 into the Redding Municipal Code, as noted in
the Report to City Council dated March 25, 1993, incorporated herein by
reference. The revised ordinance pertains to the City's processing
procedures and content requirements of environmental documents pursuant to
CEQA. The ordinance also updates the existing Municipal Code and reflects
changes in CEQA. A list of ministerial actions exempt from CEQA were also
provided for consideration.
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It is the recommendation of staff that Council ratify the Negative
Declaration, offer the ordinance for first reading, adopt a resolution
establishing a listing of ministerial actions exempt from CEQA, and designate
the City Attorney as the designated official to prepare a summary of the
proposed ordinance and authorize publication of the summary statement.
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 the Environmental Review
Ordinance, Chapter 18.64 of the Redding Municipal Code:
1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form;
3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use;
4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding,
California; and ratify the Negative Declaration authorized by the Planning
Commission on February 9, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-114 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding adopting a policy establishing a listing of ministerial
actions exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-114 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
designating the City Attorney as the designated official to prepare a summary
of the proposed ordinance concerning environmental review, per Government
Code Section 36933(c)(1) and authorizing publication of the summary
statement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2044 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 18,
Zoning, of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing Chapter 18.64,
Environmental Impact Reports, and adding a new Chapter 18.64, Environmental
Review.
AIRPORTS COMMISSION
- Appointment and Reappointment
(B-080-010)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
appointing Audrey M. Schutte and reappointing Jim Graves to the Airports
Commission to serve four-year terms expiring May 1, 1997. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
LETTER FROM SHASTA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
- re Older Americans Act
(G-100-070)
City Manager Christofferson explained that a letter was received from the
Shasta County Board of Supervisors regarding the federal funds which are
available under the Older Americans Act. The thrust of the letter is that
Shasta County would, in all probability, do much better both in terms of
funding and self determination if it were not part of a larger planning area
that includes several counties. In effect, the County is requesting the
City's concurrence in the notion that Shasta County should be broken out from
the other counties so that it can control its own destiny more effectively,
and in all probability, receive a larger portion of the funding.
Mr. Christofferson indicated that the County's approach appears to be
reasonable and appropriate and recommended Council's concurrence and
authorization for the Mayor to address an appropriate letter to the Board of
Supervisors.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Arness,
authorizing the Mayor to send an appropriate letter to the Shasta County
Board of Supervisors concurring with its recommendation relative to the
County of Shasta being broken out from other counties so as to control its
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own destiny more effectively with regard to the Older Americans Act. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CITY-COUNTY BUSINESS COALITION
(L-040-300)
City Manager Christofferson highlighted the Report to City Council dated
March 31, 1993, incorporated herein by reference, which discussed the State's
proposed usage of local government funds to balance its budget.
Mr. Christofferson recommended that Council authorize staff to undertake
talks with the County of Shasta and the City of Anderson with the objective
of organizing a coalition which will represent the entire community to the
State of California during State budgetary deliberations.
Council Member Anderson acknowledged that the general concept is good;
however, he expressed concern about the amount of staff time which might be
required. He suggested involving individuals and groups from the private
sector thereby minimizing staff time.
It was the consensus of Council that staff undertake talks with the County of
Shasta and the City of Anderson with the objective of organizing a coalition
which would represent the entire community to the State of California during
State budgetary deliberations.
PRIVATIZATION OF CITY SERVICES
- Third Phase (Report No. 1 -- Mall
Maintenance/Janitorial Services)
(B-050)
Public Information Officer Bachman recalled that Council, at its meeting of
April 7, 1992, directed staff to undertake a study regarding the
privatization of City services as soon after the completion of the 1992-93
budget as possible. The City Manager has since provided a report listing
some 65 services provided by the City which could be considered for
privatization, with Council narrowing that listing to 14 services.
Mr. Bachman explained that it is staff's intention to base its recommendation
on the following premises: 1) Privatization of the service should result in
a direct cost savings to the City and its taxpayers and/or ratepayers; 2)
Whenever possible, both the long-term and short-term costs of providing the
service will be evaluated, with the most weight given to long-term cost to
the City and its citizens; 3) Privatization of the service should not result
in a significant degradation of service quality, unless it is determined that
the magnitude of the cost savings outweighs the service quality reduction;
and 4) Whenever practical, City employees displaced through privatization
should be transferred to open positions elsewhere in the organization as
opposed to being terminated.
Mr. Bachman noted that the City has successfully privatized the janitorial
services for the Downtown Mall. He indicated that the City's janitorial
services are currently performed by employees out of the General Services
Department and some locations are contracted out. It would appear that
janitorial services could be provided for between 60 and 70 percent of the
current cost through privatization, not including contract administration.
Since janitorial service does not require much in the way of inspection, the
administrative overhead clearly would be far less than the savings. The
annualized cost savings would be approximately $80,000.00, with about
$64,000.00 going to the General Fund.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council accept the four basic premises
for the privatization study and direct staff to move forward with the
privatization of janitorial services for all City facilities.
Council Member Kehoe made the following observations with regard to the four
premises: Premise #1 - He wanted to ensure that the City's true costs are
considered, including wages, benefits, transportation, supervision, etc.;
Premise #2 - He would like to maintain the option of considering both the
long-term benefits and the short-term benefits; Premise #3 - He would like
the word "significant" deleted as it should not result in any degradation of
service; and Premise #4 - He favors the premise but does not believe it can
be accomplished without a City-wide workforce management plan.
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Council Member Arness viewed the recommendations as a step in the right
direction.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that the following four premises be accepted in the City's study regarding
the privatization of City services: Premise #1 - Privatization of service
should result in a direct savings to the City and its taxpayers and/or
ratepayers; Premise #2 - Whenever possible, both the long-term and short-term
costs of providing the service will be evaluated; Premise #3 - Privatization
of the service should not result in a degradation of service quality, unless
it is determined that the magnitude of the cost savings outweighs the service
quality reduction; and Premise #4 - Whenever practical, City employees
displaced through privatization should be transferred to open positions
elsewhere in the organization as opposed to being terminated. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
directing staff to move forward with the privatization of janitorial services
for all City facilities. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
GOVERNMENT REFORM
(L-040-300)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the City has
recently received the following two publications from the State which deal
with government reform at all levels in California: Strategic Growth -
Taking Charge of the Future
and Making Government Make Sense - A More
Rational Structure for State and Local Government.
Mr. Perry indicated that given the time involved, it is difficult to deal
with the topics in a comprehensive manner without setting aside other work.
The problems and issues are numerous, complex and diverse. At this point, it
is suggested that the City let the League take the lead.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
to not respond as an individual city, but work through the League of
California Cities, regarding the following publications: Strategic Growth -
Taking Charge of the Future
and Making Government Make Sense - A More
Rational Structure for State and Local Government and request both the League
of Women Voters and the Shasta Business Council to also review the
publications. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
HOUSING OBLIGATIONS/HOUSING TASK FORCE
(A-050-250-070)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that one of the
City's housing obligations, as mandated by State approval of the City's
Housing Element, is to establish and sponsor an affordable housing task force
to study a variety of affordable housing issues with a final report by August
1993.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the utilization of
the Community Development Advisory Committee to undertake the task of
addressing affordable housing issues.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
authorizing staff to utilize the Community Development Advisory Committee to
study a variety of affordable housing issues, as mandated by State approval
of the City's Housing Element. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
TRAIL/ARBORETUM IMPROVEMENTS ON CITY LAND
(L-010-390 & P-050-460-700)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the
Arboretum Committee is proposing to establish a temporary Phase 1 presence at
the Sacramento River Trail parking lot east of Market Street near Benton
Ranch. Improvements will include an information kiosk, a four-station
restroom, drinking fountains, and landscape. On March 9, 1993, the Planning
Commission approved Use Permit Application UP-77-92 to proceed with the
improvements. On March 19, 1993, the Recreation and Parks Commission
recommended approval of the arboretum's use of City land for this purpose
based on the conditions of approval for UP-77-92, as indicated in the Report
to City Council dated March 22, 1993, incorporated herein by reference.
Condition No. 1 allows temporary use of City land for up to five years
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subject to a status review after two years to examine the impact on the
public parking lot. Demand on that parking lot is currently light, and there
is a potential for adding an additional 60 spaces if needed.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the temporary use of
City land as outlined in the Report to City Council. Should Council concur,
staff will issue the Use Permit as approved and prepare a Use Agreement. It
is further recommended that the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement on
behalf of the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing the temporary use of City land as proposed by the Arboretum
Committee and as outlined in Use Permit Application UP-77-92, authorizing
staff to issue Use Permit UP-77-92 as approved and prepare a Use Agreement
and authorizing the Mayor to sign said agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
STATE MANDATED MODEL ORDINANCE FOR RECYCLING
(L-010-500)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the State of
California Solid Waste Reuse and Recycling Access Act requires local
jurisdictions to adopt regulations relating to the collection and loading of
recyclable materials within development projects. Copies of the draft model
ordinance prepared by the State and a summary of the law pertaining to
recycling were included in the Report to City Council dated March 31, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference.
Mr. Perry summarized that the law and ordinance require the City to either
adopt the State's model or adopt its own version by September 1, 1993. If
the City does neither, the State's model becomes effective until the City's
own ordinance is adopted. The purpose of the ordinance is to set aside
adequate areas for collecting and loading recyclable materials in development
projects.
It is the recommendation of staff that the Planning and General Services
departments, in conjunction with two architects and three contractors,
develop a workable alternative for Council's consideration. Staff would also
try to include a couple of multiple-family owners, although existing projects
are exempt. In looking at the model ordinance, it is fairly vague and could
lead to both implementation and pick-up problems.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
directing Planning and General Services departments, in conjunction with two
architects, three contractors, and multiple-family owners, to develop a
workable alternative to the State's mandated ordinance for recylcing for
Council's consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SURPLUS PROPERTIES
(C-070-200)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry recalled that Council
directed staff to begin the surplus-designation process for twelve selected
City-owned properties. The Report to City Council dated April 20, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference, deals with eight of those properties. The
properties have been referred to City departments to determine if there is a
need for retention for public purposes, to the Planning Commission for a
General Plan consistency determination, and pursuant to Section 5422 of the
Government Code, to the Housing Authority and the Recreation and Parks
Commission.
It is recommended that the following properties be retained: 1) 2145 Wilson
Avenue (Wilson Avenue Park Site); 2) 2225 Canyon Creek Road (Fire Hall #3);
3) 1439 Pine Street (Public Parking Lot #1); and 4) 1637 Pine Street
(Public Parking Lot #3). It is further recommended that Council declare the
following properties surplus and authorize staff to proceed with the
necessary steps for disposition: 1) 2000 San Francisco Street (East end of
Wasatch); 2) 2201 San Francisco Street (East end of Cumberland); 3) 4201
Oasis Road (Excess Land at Fire Hall #6); and 4) 2605 S. Bonnyview Road
(Excess Land at Fire Hall #4).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
declaring the following properties surplus and authorizing staff to proceed
with the necessary steps for disposition: 1) 2000 San Francisco Street
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(East end of Wasatch); 2) 2001 San Francisco Street (East end of
Cumberland); 3) 4201 Oasis Road (Excess Land at Fire Hall #6); and 4) 2605
S. Bonnyview Road (Excess Land at Fire Hall #4). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SURPLUS CITY-OWNED PROPERTY AT 4455 OASIS ROAD
(C-070-200 & H-150)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that in April
1992, Council designated the property located at 4455 Oasis Road as
potentially surplus and directed staff to proceed with the surplus
designation process. The property consists of two parcels comprising
approximately 57 acres located within the Mountain Lake Industrial Park on
Oasis Road. The General Plan designation is "Industrial" with some areas of
"Greenway." Zoning is also industrial.
Mr. Perry stated that the Housing Authority, in conjunction with the Redding
Redevelopment Agency, has requested the opportunity to purchase the property
for the purpose of developing low- and moderate-income housing. Acquisition
of the property would most likely be through grant and Housing Authority
funds.
Mr. Perry indicated that the Redding Redevelopment Agency has allocated
$30,000.00 for preliminary planning activities and authorized staff to
circulate a request for engineering services, to apply for a General Plan
amendment, and to prepare a purchase agreement with the City subject to six
conditions outlined in the Report to City Council dated April 20, 1993,
incorporated herein by reference.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council declare the property surplus,
approve the sale in concept, and authorize staff to prepare an agreement
between the City and the Housing Authority or the Redevelopment Agency, and
authorize the filing of a general plan amendment application and tentative
map for the property.
In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Perry noted that when City-owned
property is sold, the monies are credited back to the fund from which they
were originally taken.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
declaring the City-owned property at 4455 Oasis Road surplus, approving the
sale of the property in concept, authorizing staff to prepare an agreement
between the City and the Housing Authority or the Redding Redevelopment
Agency, and authorizing the filing of a General Plan Amendment application
and Tentative Map for the property, as outlined in the Report to City Council
dated April 20, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PENDING ANNEXATIONS
(A-150)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed the Report to City
Council dated April 6, 1993, incorporated herein by reference, which requests
Council's direction on how to proceed with the remaining pending annexation
requests.
Mr. Perry explained that the following four pending annexations clearly lack
adequate support to annex to Community Facilities District 1992-1 (CFD 1992-
1), the City's first Mello-Roos district: 1) Annexation 89-15, Bond Ridge;
2) Annexation 90-1, Abernathy Lane; 3) Annexation 90-16, Viking Way; and 4)
Annexation 91-4, Keswick Dam Road. It is the recommendation of staff that
Council direct staff to submit a withdrawal request to the Local Area
Formation Commission (LAFCO) regarding the termination of the four
annexations proceedings. In addition, it is recommended that Council refund
the entire application fee with regard to Annexation 90-1 and Annexation 90-
16.
Mr. Perry further recommended that staff be directed to process the following
annexations based on staff doing the primary work with the option of
retaining special counsel on a time and materials basis by reassigning
existing funds: 1) Annexation 89-16, Rancho Road; 2) Annexation 90-5, Twin
Towers Drive; 3) Annexation 91-2, Rancho Road; 4) Annexation 89-5, Buckeye
Area; 5) Annexation 90-12, Quartz Hill/Keswick Dam II; and 6) Annexation
90-2, Quartz Hill/Keswick Dam.
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It is also recommended that staff be directed to process the remaining
applications per existing City policy, using the following five priorities
until the current budget is depleted for fiscal year 1992-93: 1) The date
the annexation was originally filed; 2) There is 100 percent support for
annexation to the City and CFD 1992-1; 3) At least two-thirds of the
qualified electors support annexation to the City and CFD 1992-1; 4) That it
appears LAFCO will support the annexation; and 5) That when the budgeted
funds are used up, staff does not incur additional costs until the budget is
returned to an amount that will cover the costs.
Mr. Perry noted that staff has been receiving inquiries concerning potential
new application requests; however, staff is assuming that it will not be
working on any new applications until next year's budget is adopted.
Council members supported charging annexation applicants the full cost of
annexation.
Mr. Perry suggested that Council conceptually approve charging the applicant
the full cost of annexation and direct staff to prepare a mechanism for
charging such fees for Council's consideration. He also inquired if this
policy would only apply to current annexations.
Mayor Moss and Council Member Arness favored having all annexations which
have not been approved by LAFCO to pay all annexation costs.
Mr. Perry noted that none of the pending annexations have been approved by
LAFCO.
Kent Dagg, Shasta Builders' Exchange, inquired if the action would only apply
to Mello-Roos Districts formed with regard to annexations. Mr. Perry
responded affirmatively.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
requiring all annexations not currently approved by the Local Agency
Formation Commission (LAFCO) to pay all costs, including staff time,
associated with processing the annexation request and Mello-Roos District
formation, and directing staff to develop a mechanism for charging such costs
for Council's consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
authorizing staff to submit a withdrawal request to the Local Agency
Formation Commission (LAFCO) to terminate proceedings on the following
annexations: 1) Annexation 89-15, Bond Ridge; 2) Annexation 90-1,
Abernathy Lane; 3) Annexation 90-16, Viking Way; and 4) Annexation 91-4,
Keswick Dam Road. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
directing staff to process the following annexations based on staff
performing the primary work with the option of retaining special counsel with
the annexation paying all associated costs: 1) Annexation 89-16, Rancho
Road; 2) Annexation 90-5, Twin Towers Drive; 3) Annexation 91-2, Rancho
Road; 4) Annexation 89-5, Buckeye Area; 5) Annexation 90-12, Quartz
Hill/Keswick Dam II; and 6) Annexation 90-2, Quartz Hill/Keswick Dam. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
directing staff to process all remaining annexation applications per existing
City policy, using the following five priorities: 1) The date the
annexation was originally filed; 2) There is 100 percent support for
annexation to the City and Community Facilities District 1992-1 (CFD 1992-1);
3) At least two-thirds of the qualified electors support annexation to the
City and CFD 1992-1; 4) That it appears LAFCO will support the annexation;
and 5) That when budgeted funds are used up, the staff does not incur
additional costs until the budget is returned to an amount that will cover
the costs. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
REJECT BID SCHEDULE
- Bid Schedule No. 2737, Furnish Landscape Maintenance
Service
(B-050-100)
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that when Bid
Schedule No. 2737, annual landscape maintenance, was opened, only one bid was
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received which did not meet bid specifications. Contractors who routinely
bid on this work indicated that the 100 percent performance bond requirement
was excessive, and at least one contractor objected to the line item
breakdown for each district. In addition, the requirement for a license to
spray pesticides and herbicides apparently eliminated some firms from
bidding. He noted that the performance bond is a new requirement proposed as
a result of problems occurring with at least one contractor not meeting the
requirements of the contract.
With regard to the line item bid requirement, staff had hoped by separating
the cost out from the total bid, it would provide Council options to reduce
the overall amount of future assessments. For example, it may be possible to
maintain the lawn area, but eliminate tree maintenance for one to two years.
Tree irrigation would still occur, but tree trimming and pest and disease
control would be deferred.
It is the opinion of staff that the landscape maintenance for these districts
should be readvertised for all 22 districts and City-owned properties and
that the two bid requirements be modified to encourage more contractors to
bid as follows: 1) Reduce the performance bond to 25 percent of the award
amount; 2) Lump sum bid by district; 3) Retain 10 percent bid security; and
4) Retain requirement for license for weed and insect spray.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council reject Bid Schedule No. 2737,
furnish landscape maintenance service, as nonresponsive and authorize staff
to readvertise for bids based on a modified bid package requiring a 25
percent performance bond and a lump sum bid by district and direct the
Recreation and Parks Department to submit a competitive bid as a back-up for
comparison purposes and in the event maintenance bids are not received on all
the districts.
Mayor Moss expressed concern about requiring both a performance bond and a 10
percent retention as additional security. He opined that the contractors are
not paid for some 30 to 60 days after the work is performed which negates the
need for performance bonds and a 10 percent retention. In addition, this
type of performance bond is not handled by most of the local bonding
agencies, but must be purchased on the specialty market at a charge of three
percent of the bid amount. In addition, the bonding company requires three
years of financial statements and liquid current assets of over $20,000.00.
He explained that the performance bond requirement precludes the vast
majority of landscape contractors from bidding on the projects. In light of
only one bid being received, he viewed that as an indication that a change in
the bidding procedure was required.
Mr. Perry related that in the essence of time, staff does not object to the
deletion of the performance bond requirement. He noted, however, that the
City would be responsible for the maintenance if the work is not done or the
City is forced to find a different contractor. He concurred that in most
cases it is a small business performing the work and the cost of the
performance bond is probably excessive. The logic behind a 25 percent
performance bond requirement was to cover two months worth of maintenance
which represented a worst case scenario.
Council Member Arness questioned whether the Public Works Department requires
performance bonds on projects such as manholes and curb and gutter. Public
Works Director Galusha believed it was a requirement. Mr. Arness noted that
by eliminating the performance bond requirement, it would create an
inconsistency in procedures. He suggested utilizing some type of contractual
arrangement in lieu of the bond.
Council Member Anderson concurred with eliminating the performance bond
requirement. Before the Recreation and Parks Department submitted a bid, he
wanted to ensure that all City's costs were taken into consideration.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
rejecting Bid Schedule No. 2737, furnishing landscape maintenance service,
and authorizing staff to readvertise for bids with no performance bond
requirement and directing the Recreation and Parks Department to submit a
competitive bid to have in case either nonresponsive bids or no bids are
received. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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RESOLUTION - Amending Council Policy re Utility Deposits
(A-050-060-555 & U-500-850)
Utility/Customer Service Director Vokal explained that Council, at its
meeting of September 15, 1992, adopted a late fee and deposit policy
regarding utility accounts. This policy was intended to offset bad debt
write-offs and to mitigate the City's utility exposure to future revenue
losses.
Ms. Vokal related that after three months of imposing these deposits, staff
is recommending the following changes: 1) The addition of language to allow
for the waiving of the deposit requirement for commercial entities which have
established "good" credit with the City's utility or another utility service
provider; 2) Changing the deposit requirement from two times the highest
aggregate bill to twice the average estimated aggregate bill; and 3) Allow
the customer to request a hearing with a customer service supervisor to
review the customer's payment history or the estimated deposit amount.
Council Member Anderson commended staff for recognizing the policy's
deficiencies and recommending changes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-115 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding amending its Policy No. 1404 on late fees and utility
deposits as follows: 1) Provide for allowing the waiver of the deposit
requirement for commercial entities which have established "good" credit with
the City's utility or another utility service provider; 2) Change the
deposit requirement from two times the highest aggregate bill to twice the
average estimated aggregate bill; and 3) Allow the customer to request a
hearing with a customer service supervisor to review the customer's payment
history or the estimated deposit amount.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-115 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- re Amended Memorandum of Understanding with Redding Fire
Fighters Local 1934
(P-100-050-050)
Personnel Director Bristow indicated that a tentative agreement has been
reached with representatives of the City of Redding Fire Fighters Local 1934
relative to its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The only proposed change
to the MOU is to extend the term from July 1, 1993 to July 1, 1994. The City
of Redding Fire Fighters have ratified the extension of the MOU at a general
membership meeting.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the necessary resolution
approving the extension of the term of the current MOU for one year with no
other changes.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Bristow stated that the MOU does not
provide for cost-of-living increases in the coming year.
Council commended the Fire Fighters for the position they have taken
pertaining to their MOU for the coming year.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-116 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving the provisions of the Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) between the City of Redding and the International
Association of Fire Fighters, Local Union 1934, effective April 6, 1993,
extending the term of the MOU to July 1, 1994.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-116 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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RESOLUTION - re Tentative Agreement with Redding Peace Officers Association
Regarding Reopeners
(P-100-050-120)
Personnel Director Bristow explained that the Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) signed by the Redding Peace Officers Association representatives in
June 1989 specified four areas to be discussed as part of the reopener
process: 1) Formulation and implementation of performance standards for all
ranks in the bargaining unit; 2) Formulation and implementation of a
substance abuse policy; 3) Formulation of a pre-employment agreement with
reimbursement to the City of training expenses if an employee leaves the City
prior to completing a specified term of employment; and 4) Formulation of a
light-duty policy.
Mr. Bristow indicated that staff has reached tentative agreement on
modification of the grievance procedure, pre-employment reimbursement
contract, performance standards, and a substance abuse policy. No agreement
could be reached on a light-duty policy, therefore, it has been eliminated
from further consideration. The Redding Peace Officers Association has
ratified the four elements as part of the reopener process at a general
membership meeting.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt the necessary resolution
approving the four above-described MOU reopener elements with the Redding
Peace Officers Association.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Arness,
that Resolution No. 93-117 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving the provisions of the Memorandum of
Understanding between the City of Redding and the Peace Officers Association
of Redding, effective April 6, 1993.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-117 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECOMMENDATION OF MEETING LABOR RELATIONS NEGOTIATING NEEDS
(P-100-050)
City Manager Christofferson reviewed the Report to City Council dated March
18, 1993, incorporated herein by reference, which addressed Council's
direction of utilizing existing City employees in labor relations to the
maximum degree feasible, with emphasis on taking advantage of the Assistant
City Manager's breadth of experience in labor relations and perhaps utilizing
one or more other City employees in the negotiating process.
Mr. Christofferson offered the following approach which seemed to offer the
optimum balance for at least an interim solution for the remainder of the
fiscal year and perhaps into 1993-94: a) Continue the existing role of the
City Manager's office in directing the course of the negotiating process
within Council parameters, with the City Manager and Assistant City Manager
continuing their present roles, and with the Assistant City Manager stepping
up his direct involvement at the bargaining table by assuming Chief
Negotiator responsibility for two of the ten units; b) Have the Planning
Director and the Public Information Officer each sit with the Assistant City
Manager in negotiations with one of the bargaining units; and c) Continue
the existing arrangement with the contract negotiator in his dealings with
the two IBEW bargaining units and others as the SEIU bargaining situation
develops.
Mr. Christofferson noted that depending upon how the above arrangements
evolve, it might be necessary to continue to draw on the Personnel Director
to act as chief negotiator for several units, and personnel assigned to
operating departments as necessary.
Mr. Christofferson continued to believe that the long-term best interests of
the City would be best served by hiring a person to specialize in this
function.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Christofferson related that the
chief negotiator, in most cases, would be the contract negotiator. As
previously mentioned, Assistant City Manager McMurry would be the chief
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negotiator with two units. This is not firm and would depend on the flow of
work. He stated that staff is trying to minimize the size of the negotiating
terms, however, it is not know yet how much time will be required with the
SEIU units.
Council Member Kehoe stated that it was his understanding that Council had
established two premises at the last Council meeting: 1) The Assistant City
Manager would become more actively involved in labor negotiations. He viewed
this at a higher percentage than was noted in the Report to City Council; and
2) Because of Mr. McMurry's talent, ability and experience in the realm of
labor negotiation, it would be beneficial to the City to have him more
involved. Consistent with that, he recommended that the role of the
department directors be strengthened by decentralizing the decision making
process, thereby making government less cumbersome. He concurred with the
utilization of Planning and Community Development Director Perry and the
City's contract negotiator, Ron Reynolds, provided they operate under the
direction of Assistant City Manager McMurry. Consistent with Mr. McMurry's
experience and ability, he preferred increasing Mr. McMurry's involvement in
labor negotiations to at least 65 percent of his time.
Council Member Arness disagreed with micro-managing Mr. McMurry's time and
requiring that certain percentages of time be dedicated to specific tasks.
He also expressed concern with the economic development aspect of Mr.
McMurry's position because of his high profile role. Knowing the City
Manager and the Assistant City Manager for the hard workers they are, he
expressed confidence that they would do their level best to get the job done.
Council Member Anderson questioned how much overall administrative direction
was required of the various departments. Because 75 percent of the General
Fund is attributed to personnel costs, he noted that it is important to have
an individual of Mr. McMurry's expertise involved in labor negotiations and
did not concur with the utilization of a new individual, no matter how good,
to head up one of the negotiating teams. He opined that the most cost
effective use of Mr. McMurry's time at the moment is in negotiations and
would also provide the corporate memory previously referenced.
Mayor Moss also objected to the micro-management of Mr. McMurry's time. He
concurred that he also wanted Mr. McMurry to oversee the labor negotiations
process. He expressed confidence in the City Manager's and Assistant City
Manager's ability to manage their time in order to get the job done.
Mr. Christofferson assured Council that he and Mr. McMurry would do what it
takes to get the job done and if that means 75 percent of Mr. McMurry's time
is devoted to labor negotiations then that will happen. He stressed that the
numbers expressed were only approximations of what might be occurring in
June, July or August.
Council Member Anderson indicated a desire to have Mr. McMurry or someone of
his stature in charge of the negotiations, as well as Mr. McMurry's handprint
on each of the negotiations regardless if he is the chief negotiator.
Mr. Christofferson replied that Council Member Anderson's request would
represent no change for current policy and that he and Mr. McMurry, as well
as Council, are involved with each negotiation.
Council Member Anderson expressed concern with drawing personnel from
different departments that have not done negotiation work before and losing
effective performers in their particular area of expertise.
Mr. Christofferson related that until the equivalent of two and one-half man
years is reached, management would be required to draw upon other departments
for assistance and that would mean robbing departments of individuals and
that individual's area of expertise during that time. He indicated that
staff would do their best to minimize the impact on the operating
departments. He noted that the two new individuals which will be utilized
are not experienced in the area of labor negotiations; however, Mr. Perry has
a substantial amount of negotiation experience in other areas. He noted that
while he was in Salinas, a very effective negotiating team was built of
inexperienced individuals in a matter of three or four years.
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Mayor Moss indicated that if someone did not make a motion, direction to
staff would be basically the continuation of previously accepted Council
direction, with the addition of the two individuals noted to the negotiation
process.
Council Member Kehoe did not support maintaining the current status quo.
Council Member Arness related that management has provided assurances that it
will do what it takes to get the job done and, therefore, did not view that
as maintaining the status quo.
Council Member Anderson voiced objection to having someone from Finance or
Public Information being the chief negotiator in any labor negotiations.
Mr. Christofferson explained that those individuals would sit as "second
chair" and not as chief negotiator. In due course, however, they might be
trained to a level where they could eventually become chief negotiator. For
the present time, either Mr. McMurry, Ron Reynolds or Personnel Director
Bristow would probably be the individuals serving as chief negotiators.
Mayor Moss recapped that Council directed the City Manager to utilize Mr.
McMurry to a greater extent in labor negotiations. Based on that direction,
the City Manager has requested adding two other individuals to the process.
In the absence of a successful motion, he has those instructions at the
present time.
Council Member Arness related that the City Manager has done a good job
keeping Council apprised of the negotiation process. In addition, because
the City Manager serves as Chief Administrative Officer, functionally
everything that has been discussed rests upon his shoulders and Council is
looking to his performance to get it accomplished.
Mr. Christofferson again assured Council that staff will do its best to take
into account each of the Council Members views and do the most effective job
it can.
ORDINANCE
- re Cruising; and
ORDINANCE
- re No-Cruise Zone Loitering
(P-150-150)
Police Chief Blankenship related that the "cruise" is an activity which has
taken place on weekend nights in Redding for generations. It involves the
movement of vehicles and pedestrians on certain downtown streets where
teenagers and young adults gather primarily to socialize. "Cruise"
participants have become increasingly involved in traffic law violations and
serious criminal acts. This has bolstered the demand for police response and
strained limited law enforcement resources. During the past year, in the
downtown area, the Police Department has investigated reports of attempted
murder, robbery and major assaults, which involved "cruise" participants.
Police resources are heavily impacted by the "cruise" in calls for service,
vehicle code violations, and arrests. In the "cruise" area, more than four
out of ten weapons violation calls are received during the hours of the
cruise. Nearly four out of ten of the driving-under-the-influence calls
happen during that same time and area. Three out of ten calls for service in
the downtown area happen during "cruise" area and hours. Three out of ten
calls for vehicle violations are in the downtown area during the "cruise."
The "Cruise" and "No-Cruise Zone Loitering" ordinances will provide the
Police Department with effective tool to control the "cruise" and ultimately
make the downtown streets of Redding safer. He showed a map of the "cruise"
area depicting the various streets involved.
Chief Blankenship stressed that these ordinances will not eliminate cruising,
but develop certain criteria which must occur before "no-cruise" and "no-
loitering" are enforced.
A video tape of cruise activity was shown displaying problems which are
encountered with individuals loitering, violence and gang-related activities.
He noted that most individuals involved in the "cruise" today utilize it as
a social event; however, the violence is increasing. Approximately
$54,000.00 is spent annually for officers in the downtown area during the
"cruise period." At times, four to six officers are required in the area,
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which is too many. California Vehicle Code Section 21100.1 gives the City
the authority to enact a regulation regarding cruising.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council introduce the two ordinances
for first reading.
Anand Patel, 1200 Pine Street, expressed concern regarding the increasing
problems he has encountered with "cruise" participants in the last three
years and encouraged Council to adopt the ordinances.
Hennetta Jenser, 1250 Pine Street, related that her business has lost
thousands of dollars in revenue due primarily to the noise associated with
the cruise. Her customers have also experienced violent acts, i.e.,
individuals went through their parking lot with bats randomly breaking
windshields. In addition, young girls have been found knocking on doors
soliciting prostitution. She has experienced increased costs due to
occasionally hiring a night guard and placing wire along the roofs. She
noted that if the individuals were just cruising there would be no objection,
however, many individuals are now loitering which has created a serious
situation in the downtown area.
Carl Peel, West Coast Kustoms, 1985 Cameo Court, acknowledged the problem in
the downtown area. He expressed concern with older individuals possibly
being cited for cruising in their $30,000.00 street rods and occasionally
meeting in a parking lot talking about their automobiles and the sport of hot
rodding. He requested that the ordinance be more specific in connection with
enforcement elements. He suggested that curfew enforcement might assist in
eliminating problems associated with the "cruise."
Homer "Bucky" Bucklen, 15849 Highland, stated that he is the immediate Past
President of the Road Knights, a group of approximately 160 individuals, who
enjoy "cruising" in their cars. He expressed concern with the "no-loitering"
ordinance and the fact that it can be enforced even though an illegal cruise
has not been declared. He objected to punishing 90 percent of the
individuals because of the bad 10 percent.
Janet Lee, 3540 Carlow, concurred with Mr. Bucklen's comments. She felt the
main problem was loitering rather than the cruise. She suggested that the
Police Department issue a citation or warning and require the parent come in
with the child, require them to perform public service, and not punish the
"car buffs."
Mayor Moss reiterated that it is not the intent of the proposed ordinances to
eliminate cruising. The intent is to provide the Police Department with the
necessary tools to handle problems in the "cruise" area.
Meredith Perkins, speaking on behalf of the area youth, stated that many
youths utilize the "cruise" to have a good time and relax. She acknowledged
the fact that there is a problem with youth as it relates to business. She
questioned, however, where the youth will go if the "cruise" is closed.
Being from Southern California, she understands the concern with gang
violence and related that one of her closest friends was shot on the cruise.
She did not, however, favor the implementation of the "cruise" ordinance.
Tim Larson opined that there is a consensus that there is a problem in the
"cruise" area, as well as the "cruise" is a tradition in the Redding area and
would like to see it remain. He suggested that a coalition be formed between
responsible groups which utilize the cruise, parents of the youth and the
Police Department to get individuals to volunteer on the weekend in assisting
the Police Department. He recognized that the City does not have enough
money to keep Police in the downtown area during the "cruise." He cited the
Martin Luther King area where residents were able to work in conjunction with
the Police Department to clean up that area and solve those problems. He
added that most young people on the "cruise" do not want any problems.
Mike Toby, Thunderbird Lodge, noted problems his business has experienced
with the "cruise," particularly loitering, noise, and vandalism. From a
business standpoint, he related that something needs to be done about the
"cruise."
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Darrell Mall stated that there are too many police on the cruise and the
police should be concentrating on those individuals causing problems.
Joe Aimes, member of a car club, viewed the problem not with the individuals
"cruising," but the police pressure. He concurred that there is a problem in
Redding, but not with the "cruise" itself but the 10 percent there to cause
problems and that should be the area of concentration. He asked that Council
not penalize the remaining 90 percent and condemn them for "cruising."
Greg Washburn related that the "cruise" in Redding is definitely a tradition
and a routine for members of car clubs. He stated that too much focus is
being placed on the "cruise." He suggested that the community work with the
Police Department and develop something which places the cruise in a positive
environment.
Steve Clemonson noted that there are laws against vandalism and harassment.
He stated that a videotape can depict isolated situations and not depict the
positive aspects of the "cruise."
Claudine Buchanan questioned why the noise ordinance cannot be enforced.
Chief Blankenship replied that citations are issued regarding loud stereos;
however, it takes officers. The Police Department cannot be everywhere at
one time. He concurred that most of the individuals on the "cruise" do not
present a problem; however, the Police Department needs the necessary tools
which these ordinances would provide. There is a curfew but the Police
Department must take charge of that child until they are released into the
care of an adult. In addition, some of these individuals are 18 years old
and are not in violation of curfew.
Mayor Moss complimented the Police Department on its usage of volunteer help.
He suggested that members of the car organizations contact the Police
Department and offer their assistance in this matter. Chief Blankenship
welcomed their assistance.
Council Member Anderson reiterated that these ordinances would only provide
the Police Department with the necessary tools and would not eliminate the
"cruise." When the "cruise" is out of control, he will have the necessary
tools to step in and stop it. It is possible that these ordinances may never
need to be implemented.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Chief Blankenship provided his
assurances that if an officer were to abuse these ordinances, he would
immediately take action to correct it. He noted that there would be
instances, however, where it would require the officer to make a judgement
call.
Council Member Kehoe asked how staff arrived at the fine system. Chief
Blankenship replied that the ordinances were developed utilizing ordinances
from other cities throughout the State and the fines were all consistent.
Based on the experiences of other cities with similar ordinances, they have
never had to declare a "no-cruise." Once the tools were in place, only
warnings and a few citations were issued for loitering.
Council Member Arness viewed this as a tool which could be modified if
problems were encountered once it became law.
Council Member Kehoe related that members of the judiciary system have
suggested that because of the infractions and misdemeanors associated with
the ordinances that an ad-hoc committee be developed consisting of the
presiding judge of the municipal court, the District Attorney, a member of
the Shasta County Bar Association, a member of the Downtown Business
Association, the City Attorney, the Police Chief and perhaps a student
representative to analyze the ordinances and respond back to Council with a
recommendation in two weeks. There is concern regarding the impact these
ordinances would have on the court system.
Mary Walker questioned what steps have been taken by the City to avoid having
to implement these ordinances and what alternatives have been offered for the
teenagers.
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Chief Blankenship responded that the City has been working with the
individuals for the last ten years. Night clubs have been authorized but
closed due to problems. The Police Department goes to the Oasis and speaks.
The community is also very involved with its young people and the Police
Department supports it. Many of the officers volunteer their time at
different organizations. Again, he said the problems are only associated
with a small percentage of the individuals.
Austin Walker stated that the City needs to work with the night clubs and
youth to develop activities in which they are interested.
Mayor Moss replied that the night clubs have closed because they were not
economically feasible. The city does not have an obligation to step in and
become parents and find activities for the youth.
Council Member Arness related that the Recreation and Parks Department offers
a wide range of recreational activities in the community. He suggested that
the youth become part of the solution and not the problem.
In response to Nina Martin, Chief Blankenship reiterated that the Police
Department does enforce the curfew ordinance.
Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2045 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 11,
Vehicles and Traffic, of the Redding Municipal Code by adding Chapter 11.23,
Cruising.
Council Member Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2046 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 10,
Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare, of the Redding Municipal Code by adding
Chapter 10.23, No-Cruise Zone Loitering.
At the hour of 10:00 p.m., Mayor Moss declared the meeting recessed.
At the hour of 10:05 p.m., Mayor Moss reconvened the meeting to regular
session.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
appointing an ad hoc committee composed of the Presiding Judge of the
Municipal Court, the District Attorney, a representative of the BAR
Association, a representative of the Downtown Business Association, the City
Attorney, and the Police Chief, and possibly a student representative, to
review the ordinances and provide a recommendation as to the ordinances
enforceability. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
AUTHORIZATION TO FILL VACANT PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER POSITION
(A-050-270 & P-100-060-600)
Police Chief Blankenship related that the Police Service Division's fiscal
year 1992-93 budget provides one Public Safety Dispatcher position which is
currently vacant. This shortfall in staffing has strained the division's
ability to handle calls for service and public safety dispatching; however,
it was felt the problem would be resolved with the curtailment of medical
dispatching projected to be effective April 1, 1993. Because of the three
ambulance providers recent decision to pay the City to continue to provide
emergency medical dispatching, the Police Services Division is now requesting
authorization to fill one of two vacant Public Safety Dispatcher positions.
Chief Blankenship noted that during the summer months it is necessary to have
two police dispatchers. If the position is not filled, it will require the
utilization of overtime. The cost to fill the vacant position for the
remainder of this fiscal year is estimated at $6,216.00.
Council Member Anderson questioned whether there is any opportunity to
reassign an employee from another area to perform these duties. Chief
Blankenship replied that it would require a full-time person and requires
approximately a full year to adequately train an individual. Also, the
position is very stressful.
City Manager Christofferson related that the position takes an individual of
a particular temperment and City employees do have an opportunity to compete
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for the position should they so desire. The position is stressful and
involves rotating shift work which is not desirous to all individuals.
Council Member Kehoe asked whether these individuals would be transferred to
SHASCOM once it is functioning.
Chief Blankenship responded affirmatively. He noted that the purpose of
SHASCOM is to combine the dispatching services of the City of Redding, City
of Anderson and the County of Shasta and eliminate duplication of services.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Chief Blankenship indicated that he
would also consider the possibility of an ambulance company providing a
dispatcher, however, he was not sure of the request given the fact that the
ambulance companies will be paying for the dispatching services.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing the Police Department to fill the vacant Public Safety Dispatcher
position. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR DESIGN OF TRANSFER STATION/MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY
(S-020-650)
General Services Director Masingale recalled that Council, at its meeting of
March 16, 1993, directed staff to negotiate a price with the local firm of
CH2M Hill for the design of the Transfer Station/Materials Recovery Facility
(MRF) and to bring the negotiated contract back for Council's consideration.
Mr. Masingale explained that staff has met with CH2M Hill and negotiated a
price that appears reasonable to both parties. CH2M Hill has agreed to do
the design work for a lump sum price of $542,000.00, which is what URS
Consultants proposed for the same five tasks. URS Consultants proposed a
"fast tracking" method; however, the agreement with CH2M Hill does not
address it. It is CH2M Hill's opinion that only two or three weeks would be
gained by utilizing the "fast track" mode of operation. A contract for the
road and groundwork and a contract for the construction of the facility will
be issued.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution approving
the agreement with CH2M Hill for the lump sum amount of $542,000.00 and
approve an additional $30,000.00 as a contingency fund. It is also
recommended that a budget resolution appropriating the necessary funds be
adopted.
John Kenny of Moss & Enochian, concurred that this is a difficult decision,
but related that the appropriate action for Council to take regarding this
matter would be to reverse its decision. He made the following observations
relating to the Council meeting of March 16, 1993 and the Request for
Proposal (RFP) process: 1) The City of Redding sent out RFPs for the
facility which set forth four criteria for evaluation; 2) URS Consultants
and others responded; 3) URS Consultants was evaluated according to the
evaluation methods set up by the City. Using the four methods which the City
had created and were responded to, URS Consultants was determined to be the
best proposal. He noted that one of the criteria was price and the price
that is now being suggested by CH2M Hill is URS Consultants' price; 3)
Staff negotiated an agreement with URS, which was completed to staff's
satisfaction. No problem was noted in the response made, any of the criteria
set forth, or the agreement itself. It was when the matter came before the
City Council that it decided to make a new criteria and decide the contract
entirely on that new criteria. He related that it was not just staff which
led URS Consultants to believe it would be awarded the contract but the whole
process. URS did everything the City requested; however, the City did not do
everything it said it would. He stated that Council's action does not speak
well of the City of Redding and the way it normally conducts business.
Relative to local preference, he opined that Council did not make its
position known at the March 16, 1993 meeting. He suggested that Council may
want local preference criteria, however, it has not considered it and staff
needs additional direction if that is, in fact, the direction Council wants
to take. Potential proposers need to know the City's position on all aspects
of the proposal, including local preference, before considering whether to
respond. He suggested that Council award the contract to URS Consultants
under the terms staff worked out. If Council then desires to have a local
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preference policy, it can develop one in the same manner it deals with all
similar matters requiring a policy.
Thomas Hjort, Vice President of URS Consultants, related that URS Consultants
is not an out-of-state firm. URS Consultants is headquartered in California,
with four California offices, and is a major international firm. He related
that the Portland, Oregon office is a branch office. He explained that the
reason the Portland office responded to the proposal was due to its solid
waste experience. A map depicting the traffic circulation issues which must
be considered in the design of the transfer station/materials recovery
facility was displayed. URS Consultants is currently constructing a similar
facility in Sunnyvale where its proposed principals are being applied. With
regard to "fast tracking," the Sunnyvale project is on a "fast track" and is
saving at least two months, not three weeks. URS has been utilizing the
"fast track" method for 15 years and would not have proposed it had it not
been confident that it works. URS made an attempt to utilize local
consultants. A total of eight local firms would be utilized, representing
approximately $140,000.00 of the total fee going to local businesses. Mr.
Hjort feels URS has a very good working relationship with staff and would be
comfortable overseeing the project. He is distressed by the fact that the
Council has recommended that the contract be awarded to any company other
than the company deemed the most qualified by the panel. He referenced his
letter to Council dated March 30, 1993, incorporated herein by reference,
which outlined the amount expended by his company to date on this project.
He stated that URS is still willing to stand behind its original contract
and, even given the two week delay, still make the proposed deadline.
Council Member Kehoe suggested deferring consideration on the item to allow
legal and contracting staff an opportunity to analyze the comments made this
evening and prepare a report for Council's consideration.
Council Member Anderson opined that Council did consider this matter at great
length at the March 16, 1993, meeting and the associated ramifications.
Since there is no associated time element, he did not object to deferring
consideration on the item. He regretted that the City's proposal did not
address Council's position on local preference given the current economy. If
there is a problem associated with Council's action, he questioned whether
all the bids should be rejected and the project rebid.
Mr. Masingale stated that he was trying to avoid rebidding the project as it
would postpone the project two to three months.
Mayor Moss related that postponing action for two weeks is not going to make
the decision any easier. He considers business ethics to be extremely
important, but also feels Council has an overriding responsibility to the
local economy and was prepared to support the previous decision of Council to
award the contract to
CH2M Hill.
Mr. Kenney reiterated that Council has not stated its local preference
policy. It was never outlined in the initial proposal process and cannot be
added at the last minute. Council does not have a local hiring policy that
is going to put local people to work and there are no assurances that if the
contract is awarded to any of the proposed firms that it will put more or
less local people to work and keep more or less contract dollars in the local
community because there is not a structured policy. He stated that this is a
serious matter and the City would be well advised to continue it for two
weeks.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Moss,
awarding the contract for the design of the transfer station/materials
recovery facility to CH2M Hill in the amount of $542,000.00.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Arness and Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Motion failed due to lack of majority vote.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
to table the issue of awarding the contract for the design of the transfer
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station/materials recovery facility for two weeks and to direct the legal and
contracting staff to prepare a complete report analyzing the comments made
this evening for Council's consideration.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
RESIDENTIAL CURBSIDE RECYCLING
(S-020-550)
Council Member Kehoe abstained from discussion and voting on this matter.
General Services Director Masingale explained that staff, based on the 3-bin
recycling pilot program and the blue bag recycling program, has determined
that the key to a successful curbside recycling program is to implement a
program which minimizes the level of public effort necessary to participate.
Staff has combined the advantages of both systems and is proposing a single-
bin commingled system. Some of the equipment currently being used to operate
the 3-bin and blue bag pilot programs will be utilized in the new single-bin
commingled program. The remainder of the equipment will be purchased from
existing funds.
Mr. Masingale related that employees necessary to operate the recycling
vehicles may be transferred from the Building Maintenance Division. By doing
this, the City would avoid costs such as advertisement for positions,
physicals, unemployment insurance, truck driving license testing, etc. Funds
are available from the Solid Waste Utility to cover the cost of this program,
which is designed to meet State requirements of diverting 25 percent of
recyclable materials by January 1, 1995, and 50 percent by January 1, 2000.
The program would not require a rate increase to participants at this time.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the implementation of
the proposed single-bin program for the entire City, 26,500 residences,
estimated to cost $128,680.00 annually.
In response to Council Member Arness, Mr. Masingale related that staff would
not be opposed to bidding against outside agencies, as it feels it can
provide recycling services at $1.00 per month per residence.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
approving the implementation of the proposed single-bin program for the
entire City of Redding, 26,500 residences, estimated to cost $128,680.00
annually.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
RESOLUTION
- re Authorizing Negotiation for Custodial Services at all City
Locations
(B-050-100)
Council Member Kehoe abstained from discussion and voting on this matter.
General Services Director Masingale related that the current annual cost of
in-house City custodial services is $2.69 per square foot, including overtime
for emergencies and administrative expenses. T & C Building Maintenance
services the Electric Department at $1.82 per square foot. The Shasta County
Opportunity Center has quoted $1.62 per square foot including labor,
equipment and supplies. If the City were to contract with the Shasta County
Opportunity Center for custodial services at all City location, annual
savings are estimated at $79,647.00, with 80 percent or $63,718.00 going to
the General Fund.
Mr. Masingale explained that if the City's janitorial services were to be
contracted out, the four City custodians could be transferred to the Solid
Waste Utility to operate curbside recycling trucks as part of the City's
expanded Curbside Recycling Program.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the City Manager to
negotiate a contract with the Shasta County Opportunity Center for custodial
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services at all City locations, recognizing that this action would reduce
annual costs for this service by approximately $79,647.00 and provide the
Shasta County Opportunity Center additional job training privileges. It is
further recommended that Council authorize the four City Custodians to be
transferred to the Solid Waste Utility to operate curbside recycling trucks.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-118 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding bypassing the formal bidding process pursuant to Redding
Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(a)(4), and authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate and sign a contract with the Shasta County Opportunity Center for
custodial services at all City locations.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
Resolution No. 93-118 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing the transfer of four City custodians to the Solid Waste Utility
to operate the curbside recycling trucks as part of the City's expanded
Curbside Recycling Program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
RESOLUTION
- re Contract Change Order No. 13 to Professional Services
Contract with Lawrence & Associates to Revise the Final Benton Landfill
Closure/Postclosure Plan
(S-020-300)
General Services Director Masingale recalled that in order to facilitate the
extension of a safety overrun into the landfilled area of Benton Landfill at
a date to be determined in the future, staff has been working with the
Airports Department. The proposed project was included in the preliminary
final closure plans submitted to the State in December 1992. The portion of
the closure plan relating to the safety overrun project was rejected by the
State. In order for the City to meet the deadlines established through State
statutes for closure of Benton Landfill, the City must have the Benton
Landfill Preliminary Final Closure/Postclosure Plan submitted to the State by
April 13, 1993. The Airports Department will not be able to have the revised
necessary engineered plans available to meet this deadline. Since the
inclusion of the safety overrun project into the Benton Landfill closure plan
in December 1992, the State has provided another method by which the city can
include reference of the safety overrun project. This process allows
engineered plans to be submitted at a later date through an addendum process
to the closure plan.
Mr. Masingale explained that in order to meet the State deadline for the
Preliminary Closure/Postclosure Plan, it is necessary for staff to revise the
plan to remove all references to the safety overrun, add other descriptions
of erosion-control and barrier layer construction measures, and revise the
project constructions costs in an amount not to exceed $7,300.00. Funds for
this are available in the 1992-93 budget. It is, therefore, recommended that
Council adopt the necessary resolution authorizing Contract Change Order No.
13 to the Professional Services Contract with Lawrence and Associates in an
amount not to exceed $7,300.00.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Masingale related that he would
provide Council Members Anderson and Kehoe a history of the Lawrence and
Associates contract and how it evolved.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
that Resolution No. 93-119 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving and authorizing the City Manager to sign the
following in connection with performing additional tasks for the Benton
Landfill Closure Plan: "Authorization and Contract for Professional
Services," together with Contract Modification (Change Order) 013, between
the City of Redding and Lawrence & Associates (Project No. C91.03.09C;
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Contract No. C-2457), to provide services to revise the Benton Landfill Final
Closure/Postclosure Plan to remove all references to the safety overrun; add
descriptions of erosion-control and barrier-layer construction measures; and
revise the project construction costs, in an amount not to exceed $7,300.00.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-119 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
USE OF CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS BY EXTERNAL AGENCIES
(F-205-600 & A-050-055)
City Clerk Strohmayer explained that the City Clerk's Office is responsible
for reserving the use of the City Council Chambers located at 1313 California
Street. While there is no formal policy regarding the use of this facility,
it is currently being utilized by the City and other governmental agencies
exclusively. Over the past year, there has been a 42 percent increase in
meeting activity by other public agencies.
The additional usage naturally increases the City's maintenance expenses for
the facility and its internal equipment. It appears, therefore, that it
would be appropriate for Council to consider some type of rental fee to
recoup the city's maintenance expenses. Staff has surveyed fees charged by
local firms and other cities through CityLink. It is the recommendation of
staff that Council establish a rental fee for the City Council Chambers of
$100.00 for half-day usage and $200.00 for full-day usage and direct staff to
bring back a resolution at a later date incorporating said fees into the
City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
establishing a rental fee for usage of the City Council Chambers by external
agencies as follows: Half-Day - $100.00; and Full Day - $200.00; and
directing staff to bring back a resolution at a later date incorporating said
fees into the City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Agreement for Canyon Creek Walking Trail Construction
(P-050-460)
Recreation and Parks Director Riley related that Council, at its meeting of
May 5, 1990, approved tentative maps submitted by Country Heights Limited
Partnership and Signature Northwest Partnership to develop the Country
Heights Subdivision Units 1-12, Crystal Tree Park Subdivision, and the
Sunshine Ridge Subdivision, Units 1-3 for which fees are subject to
reimbursement to the developers. A condition of the approved subdivision
maps requires the City and the developers to provide for design and
construction of a pedestrian/bicycle trail.
Mr. Riley indicated that a proposed five-year agreement, as depicted in the
Report to City Council dated March 30, 1993, incorporated herein by
reference, has been developed between the City and the developers to
construct the Canyon Creek Walking Trail, which would commence at the
intersection of Blazingwood Drive and Canyon Creek road and terminate at the
intersection of Blue Gravel Canyon.
Mr. Riley stated that trail construction costs would be incurred by the
developers in exchange for a refund and/or credit for 100 percent of the in-
lieu park fees and for 50 percent of the park fund fees generated by the
cumulative subdivisions until the developers are fully reimbursed or until
the expiration of the Agreement.
The Recreation and Parks Commission, at its meeting of January 20, 1993,
recommended development of the Canyon Creek Walking Trail. It is the
recommendation of staff that Council approve construction of the Canyon Creek
Walking Trail and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 93-120 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign the
agreement, for the period of April 6, 1993, to April 5, 1998, for design,
construction, and reimbursement of the Country Heights Trail, entered into by
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and between the City of Redding and Country Heights Limited Partnership and
Signature Northwest Partnership.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kehoe and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Arness
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
Resolution No. 93-120 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CONSTRUCTION OF BUCKEYE WATER TREATMENT PLANT AND PIPELINE
- Authorization to
Advertise for Bids
(W-030-600)
Public Works Director Galusha related that the project drawings for the
Buckeye Water Treatment Plant are now ready to advertise for bidding. Two
items requiring United States Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) approval remain.
The first is the land lease agreement with the USBR for lease of the land for
the treatment plant site and pipeline. The City Attorney and staff have
reviewed the draft lease agreement and recommended two changes which have
been reviewed with USBR staff and no problems are expected in finalizing this
agreement. The second item is the water contract amendment which is required
to add the Spring Creek Conduit as an approved point of diversion. The
current status of the contract amendment is a "Basis of Negotiations" which
has been sent by the USBR regional office in Sacramento to Washington D.C.
for approval to start negotiations for the contract amendment. A letter has
been received outlining the conditions for the "Basis of Negotiation which
reflect the recent changes in the operation of the Central Valley Project
brought on by HR 429. The estimated time to receive the contract amendment
is from 6 to 12 months. Because the details of both items are known and only
need to run the administrative course, staff considers that there is minimal
potential of the project being stopped.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize staff to advertise
the project for bids on April 12, 1993 for the Buckeye Water Treatment Plant
project.
Mayor Moss stated that he spoke with Dan Fults, Assistant Regional Director
of the USBR-West Coast, who sees no problem with this project being approved
by the USBR.
Council Member Kehoe questioned whether a policy regarding local preference
should be established prior to this project being advertised for bid.
Council Member Arness explained that this project is a construction bid and
not a professional service bid.
In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Galusha indicated that local
contractors would probably be bidding on the pipeline portion of the project.
The total project would consist of three contracts, one to construct the
water treatment plant, one to construct the pipeline, and one for the
instrumentation contract.
With regard to a local preference policy, Council Member Arness pointed out
that one point Council may wish to qualify is the number of local employees
used on a project.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Anderson,
authorizing staff to advertise the Buckeye Water Treatment Plant project for
bids on April 12, 1993. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE RABA STAFF PERSON
(P-100-060 & R-010)
Public Works Director Galusha recalled that the Redding Area Bus Authority
(RABA), at its meeting of March 15, 1993, concurred with requesting
additional staffing from the City of Redding to the RABA program. The Report
to City Council dated March 29, 1993, incorporated herein by reference,
discussed the needs based on expansion relating to the Transit Development
Plan, increase in State and Federal regulations, as well as additional local
requirements resulting from congestion management legislation. All service
performed on RABA's behalf would be reimbursed to the City from the RABA
program, thereby eliminating General Fund support.
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It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize one additional staff
position and direct staff to begin the selection process to hire a Traffic
Engineer/Planner for the RABA program. The recruitment process would include
the ability for existing City employees to participate in the selection
process, should they meet the qualifications.
Council Member Kehoe questioned the status of the report he had requested
concerning potential employees becoming employees of RABA versus the City of
Redding.
Assistant City Manager McMurry related that the report, which also includes
the Redding Housing Authority and the Redding Redevelopment Agency, is not
yet completed, however, three options are presently being reviewed: 1) Have
the County of Shasta or the City of Anderson hire the individual; 2)
Privatize RABA; and 3) Have RABA create its own employment system.
Council Member Anderson expressed interest in reviewing both the positive and
negative aspects of RABA hiring its own employees. One of the benefits would
be that if RABA were to experience financial difficulty, RABA employees would
no longer have seniority rights within the City of Redding. He supported the
request if serious consideration were given when making a final decision to
possibly selecting a General Fund employee. He opined that the Building
Department, for instance, has excess employees; however, he was not certain
whether these individuals would be qualified to perform the required job
tasks.
Mr. Galusha related that staff would be considering City employees, as well
as individuals from the outside.
Council Member Arness reiterated that City employees are always given an
opportunity to apply for a vacancy.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Arness, seconded by Council Member Moss,
authorizing the additional staff position requested and directing staff to
begin the selection process to hire a Traffic Engineer/Planner for the
Redding Area Bus Authority Program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Arness and Moss
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Absent: Council Members - Dahl
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Statement of Stipulations of the Northern California Power Agency re PG&E
Docket Nos. ER92-595 & EL92-596 and Southern California Edison
Company, PG&E, San Diego Gas & Electric Company - Docket No. ER92-626
(E-120-050)
Notice of Filing for Gas Rates for Optional New Transportation Service by
PG&E with the CPUC
(E-120)
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications
(A-110-140)
(Kohlbeck, Richard W. and Sue)
2665 Bechelli Lane
Hilltop Liquors (Hilltop Liquors)
2008 Hilltop Drive
In Dog Nito Case (Doe, Jamie D.)
1154 Hartnell
Marni's (Block, Jo Anne)
1135 Pine, Suite 101
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 11:30 p.m., Mayor Moss
declared the meeting adjourned to 1:00 p.m., April 7, 1993, in City Hall
Conference Room A, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California, for a Council
workshop.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk