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05/17/94
City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
Redding, California
May 17, 1994 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The Invocation was offered by Jonathan Boring, First Baptist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor R. Anderson with the following
Council Members present: P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson.
Also present were City Manager Christofferson, Assistant City Manager
McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director of Planning and Community Development
Perry, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Electric Utility
Lindley, Assistant City Engineer Curtis, Principal Planner Keaney, Director
of General Services Masingale, Assistant Finance Director Sundin, Associate
Civil Engineer Mathis, Director of Utilities/Customer Service Vokal,
Associate Planner Morgon, Budget Services Officer Starman, Housing Supervisor
Garrity, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk Strohmayer, and
Secretary to City Council Rudolph.
RESOLUTION
- Commending Mike Dahl for His Service to the City
(A-050-060)
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Resolution No. 94-122 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding commending Mike Dahl for his service to the
City.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-122 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Commending Charlie Moss for His Service to the City
(A-050-060)
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Resolution No. 94-123 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding commending Charlie Moss for his service to the
City.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-123 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Commending Carl Arness for His Service to the City
(A-050-060)
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Resolution No. 94-124 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding commending Charlie Moss for his service to the
City.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-124 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor R. Anderson noted that Item 4-9-12(a) had been removed from the agenda
at the request of the applicant and the owner of ABC Cab of Shasta County.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
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Approval of Minutes
- Regular Meeting of March 15, 1994
Special Meeting of April 5, 1994
Regular Meeting of April 5, 1994
Special Meeting of April 13, 1994
Adjourned Special Meeting of April 18, 1994
Regular Meeting of April 19, 1994
Special Meeting of April 21, 1994
Special Meeting of April 29, 1994
Special Meeting of April 30, 1994
Regular Meeting of May 3, 1994
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 21, check numbers 206177
through 206575 inclusive, in the amount of $2,034,136.92, be approved and
paid, and Payroll Register No. 22, check numbers 376879 through 377629
inclusive, in the amount of $913,548.23, and Automatic Payroll Deposits,
check numbers 19329 through 19515, in the amount of $277,532.99, for a total
of $1,191,081.22, for the period April 10, 1994 through April 23, 1994, be
approved.
TOTAL: $3,225,218.14
Resolution
- Appropriating funds to cover expenses relative to search for new
City Manager
* (B-130-070 & A-050-080)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 94-125 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 68th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 93-239
appropriating $15,500 to retain an executive search firm to assist in the
process of recruiting a new City Manager.
Resolution
- Amending Resolution No. 93-90 by deleting emergency medical
response fees
(F-205-600 & P-150-070 & A-050-140)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that Resolution No. 94-126
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding repealing
the Fire Department emergency medical response fees as established by
Resolution No. 93-90, and subsequently incorporated in the City's Schedule of
Fees and Charges as amended from time-to-time.
Refinancing of Evergreen Building
(D-050-430-010)
It is the recommendation of the Finance Director that the City Manager be
authorized to enter into an installment note with United Financial of
Illinois for the refinancing of the Evergreen building for a seven-year term.
Planning and Community Development Monthly Status Report
(A-050-250)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Monthly Status Report through April 1994 for the following work
areas be accepted: 1) Annexations; 2) Zoning, Subdivisions, and General
Plan Amendments; 3) Building and Population; 4) Housing Assistance and
Rehabilitation; and 5) Surplus Property.
Population Estimate
- Received from State Department of Finance
(F-200-075)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the City Council authorize staff to research the population figures
provided by the State Department of Finance and authorize the Mayor to send a
letter to the State challenging such figures if found to be too low.
Amendment to Housing Rehabilitation Loan Policy
(G-100-080-380)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Policy be amended to include refinancing
with HOME funds, thereby providing immediate assistance for a current project
owner in need of refinancing, and expand the future scope of services needed
to better serve the community's lower-income population.
Resolutions-re Landscape Maintenance Districts
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(A-170-075-050 & A-170-075-051 & A-170-075-052)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that Resolution No. 94-127 be adopted, a resolution initiating proceedings of
the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1) consolidate existing
Landscape Maintenance Districts 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, and
25 into one district to be known as Landscape Maintenance District "A"; (2)
annex additional territory, namely Unit 2 of the Lancer Hills Subdivision
(Area 16), into Landscape Maintenance District "A"; and (3) levy and collect
assessments in Landscape Maintenance District "A" for fiscal year 1994-95.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 94-128 be adopted, a resolution
of intention of the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1) consolidate
existing Landscape Maintenance Districts 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14,
21, and 25 into one district to be known as Landscape Maintenance District
"A"; (2) annex additional territory, namely Unit 2 of the Lancer Hills
Subdivision (Area 16), into Landscape Maintenance District "A"; (3) levy and
collect assessments in Landscape Maintenance District "A" for fiscal year
1994-95; (4) set a public meeting for 7:00 p.m., June 7, 1994, and a public
hearing for 7:00 p.m., July 5, 1994; and (5) approve the Engineer's Report.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 94-129 be adopted, a resolution
initiating proceedings of the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1)
consolidate existing Landscape Maintenance Districts 2, 4, 10, 15, 18, 19,
20, and 23 into one district to be known as Landscape Maintenance District
"B"; (2) annex additional territory, namely Highland Oaks Subdivision, Unit
4 and R1 (Area 7), and Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 11-16 (Area 10),
into Landscape Maintenance District "B"; and (3) levy and collect
assessments in Landscape Maintenance District "B" for fiscal year 1994-95.
It is recommended that Resolution No. 94-130 be adopted, a resolution of
intention of the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1) consolidate
existing Landscape Maintenance Districts 2, 4, 10, 15, 18, 19, 20, and 23
into one district to be known as Landscape Maintenance District "B"; (2)
annex additional territory, namely Highland Oaks Subdivision, Unit 4 and R1
(Area 7), and Ravenwood Estates Subdivision, Units 11-16 (Area 10), into
Landscape Maintenance District "B"; (3) levy and collect assessments in
Landscape Maintenance District "B" for fiscal year 1994-95; (4) set a public
meeting for 7:00 p.m., June 7, 1994, and a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., July
5, 1994; and (5) approve the Engineer's Report.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 94-131 be adopted, a resolution
initiating proceedings of the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1)
consolidate existing Landscape Maintenance Districts 16, 17, and 22 into one
district to be known as Landscape Maintenance District "C"; (2) annex
additional territory, namely Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit 3A, R1, and R2
(Area 4); Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2 (Area 5); and Potter Manor
Subdivision (Area 6) into Landscape Maintenance District "C"; and (3) levy
and collect assessments in Landscape Maintenance District "C" for fiscal year
1994-95.
It is recommended that Resolution No. 94-132 be adopted, a resolution of
intention of the City Council of the City of Redding to: (1) consolidate
existing Landscape Maintenance Districts 16, 17, and 22 into one district to
be known as Landscape Maintenance District "C"; (2) annex additional
territory, namely Gold Hills Subdivision, Unit 3A, R1, and R2 (Area 4);
Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2 (Area 5); and Potter Manor Subdivision
(Area 6) into Landscape Maintenance District "C"; (3) levy and collect
assessments in Landscape Maintenance District "C" for fiscal year 1994-95;
(4) set a public meeting for 7:00 p.m., June 7, 1994, and a public hearing
for 7:00 p.m., July 5, 1994; and (5) approve the Engineer's Report.
Set Public Hearing
- re General Plan Amendment GPA-2-94, by Hilltop Bluffs
(southwest corner of Hilltop Drive and Palisades Avenue)
(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., June 7, 1994, to consider a
request to amend the General Plan from "Residential, 3.5 and 9.0 units per
acre" and "Greenway" to "Office" and "Residential, 9.0 units per acre."
Set Public Hearing
- re Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-3-90, Forest
Homes Subdivision, Phase III, by Donald Lynn (Shasta View Drive)
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(S-100-208)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 7, 1994, to consider the
appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-3-90, Forest Homes Subdivision, Phase
III, by Donald Lynn.
Set Public Hearing
- re Amendments to Chapter 18.62, Off-Street Parking
Ordinance
(L-010-500-050)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 21, 1994, to consider the
amendments to Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code, Off-Street Parking
Ordinance.
Set Public Hearing
- re Appeal Approval of Tentative Subdivision Map S-9-93,
Lincoln Estates, Unit 3, by Joe Delija, et al
(S-100-437)
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Community Development Director
that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., June 21, 1994, to consider the
appeal of approval of Tentative Subdivision Map S-9-93, Lincoln Estates, Unit
3, by Joe Delija, et al.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2842, 15kV URD Cable (#2, #4/0, 750 KCM and
1000 KCM Aluminum)
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2842, 15kV URD Cable (#2, #4/0, 750 KCM and 1000 KCM Aluminum), be
awarded to Pirelli Cables North America, in the evaluated amount of
$478,871.10, for fiscal year 1994-95. Funds for this purchase are included
in the 1994-95 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2843, Treated Wood Poles
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2843, treated wood poles, be awarded to Taylor Lumber & Treating, Inc.,
in the evaluated amount of $89,128.00, for fiscal year 1994-95. Funds for
this purchase are included in the 1994-95 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2844, Electric Power Metering Equipment
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2844, electric power metering equipment, be awarded as follows: 1) Bid
Group 1 to the evaluated low bidder, G. E. Supply, in the amount of
$24,426.20; 2) Bid Group 2 to the evaluated low bidder, WESCO, in the amount
of $18,288.50; and 3) Bid Group 3 to the evaluated low bidder, WESCO, in the
amount of $6,563.50. Funds for these purchases are included in the 1994-95
budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2845, Electronic Recording Meters and
Accessories
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule
No. 2845, electronic recording meters and accessories, be awarded to
Westinghouse Electric Supply Company, in the amount of $43,964.50. The
apparent low bid received from General Electric Supply Co. did not meet bid
specifications. Funds for the purchases of this equipment have been included
in the 1994-95 budget.
Resolution
- Agreement for Professional Services with Power Engineers re
Easement Acquisition, Permitting, and Design of the South Airport 115/12kV
Transmission Project
Resolution
- Authorizing City Manager to Sign Project Change Orders
(E-090-160-600)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Resolution No.
94-133 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving entering into the agreement for professional services between the
City of Redding and Power Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $230,702 to
perform easement acquisition, permitting, surveying, and design of the South
Airport 115/12kV Transmission Project, and authorizing the Mayor to sign
same.
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It is further recommended that Resolution No. 94-134 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to
sign Project Change Orders up to an aggregate amount not to exceed $30,000 on
the agreement for professional services between the City of Redding and Power
Engineers, Inc. to perform easement acquisition, permitting, surveying, and
design of the South Airport 115/12kV Transmission Project.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds Donated to Police Dog Program
* (B-130-070 & P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 94-135 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
and adopting the 70th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 93-239 (1)
appropriating $700 for operating costs associated with the Police
Department's K-9 Program and (2) authorizing the receipt of $700 in donations
to the program.
Resolution
- Agreement for Umpire Services for Shasta Girls Fastpitch League
(B-130-030 & R-006-650)
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Director that Resolution
No. 94-136 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving a $900 funding agreement between the City of Redding and
the Shasta Girls Fast Pitch League to provide umpires for all Girls' Youth
Softball games within the City during the 1994 season.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Postage for the Remainder of Fiscal Year
1993-94
* (B-130-070 & A-050-700)
It is the recommendation of the Utilities/Customer Services Director that
Resolution No. 94-137 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding approving and adopting the 71st amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 93-239 (1) appropriating $22,000 for postage and (2)
authorizing the receipt of $22,000 in revenue.
Resolution
- Contract to MTI Testing Laboratory, Inc. for Materials Testing
re Benton Landfill Closure
(S-020-300)
It is the recommendation of the General Services Director that Resolution No.
94-138 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving entering into an Authorization for Professional Services Contract
with MTI Testing Laboratory, Inc. for materials-testing services related to
the Benton Landfill Closure Cap Project (Job #2103, Bid Schedule No. 2836),
in an amount not to exceed $70,000; and appropriating an additional $7,500
for contingencies. Funds for this contract are available in the 1993 Solid
Waste/Corporation Yard Revenue Bonds.
Resolution Accepting Streets and Acceptance of Improvements
- Country Heights
Subdivision, Unit 12
* (S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 94-
139 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
accepting for maintenance and operation Sunglow Drive, Heather Ridge Lane,
and Rose Terrace Drive in Unit 12 of the Country Heights Subdivision.
It is also recommended that the improvements in the Country Heights
Subdivision, Unit 12, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City
Clerk instructed to return the securities to the developer, Signature
Northwest.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2436, South Bonnyview Road Boat
Launching Facility
(B-050-020 & P-050-650)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2436 (Job No. 9988), South Bonnyview Road Boat Launching Facility, awarded to
Tullis & Hale, Inc., be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City
Clerk authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is
$310,275.55.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2816, Churn Creek Road 12-Inch Water
Main Replacement
(B-050-020 & W-030-725)
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It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2816 (Job No. 9309), Churn Creek Road 12-Inch Water Main Replacement, awarded
to Bobby Martin Construction, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and
the City Clerk authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract
price is $283,162.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2696, Construction of the Redding
Power Project 115/13.8kV Substation
(B-050-020 & E-120-150)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No.
2696 (Job No. 9706-15), construction of the Redding Power Project 115/13.8kV
Substation, awarded to Lamb Engineering and Construction, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk authorized to file a Notice of
Completion. The final contract price is $3,116,478.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted
as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 94-125, 94-126, 94-127, 94-128, 94-129, 94-130, 94-131, 94-
132, 94-133, 94-134, 94-135, 94-136, 94-137, 94-138 and 94-139 are on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING
- re Amendment to Chapter 18.47, Floodplain Ordinance
(L-010-050)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding the proposed amendments to Chapter 18.47 of the Redding
Municipal Code, floodplain ordinance.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated May 10, 1994
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry related that the Planning
Commission, at its meeting of April 12, 1994, recommended that the City
Council adopt the proposed amendments to Chapter 18.47 of the Redding
Municipal Code. The amendment would recognize flood studies other than
prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and allow their
use in the review and construction of projects in the City.
Mr. Perry indicated that the proposed amendments affect the definitions of
"Base Floodplain," "Floodplain," "Floodplain Area," and "Floodway" by
broadening those definitions to include the use of base flood areas or
elevations shown on any drainage study approved or adopted by the City.
Currently, these items are defined through the use of FEMA data only. The
amendments stipulate that the most restrictive data must be used for project
design purposes and that the information must be either approved or adopted
by the City.
Mr. Perry stated that subsequent to the Planning Commission's recommendation,
local engineering firms which have reviewed the proposed amendments have
specifically asked that Section 18.47.130 be deleted. This section requires
that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) be prepared for any floodplain
encroachment that (1) exceeds 20,000 square feet; (2) significantly raises
the projected flood levels on adjacent property; or (3) has the potential to
increase erosion. The purpose of this section is to ensure that appropriate
evaluation and notice occurs, particularly with respect to the cumulative
effects of floodplain encroachments. He noted that the Planning Commission
has yet to require that an EIR be prepared under this section, instead
granting variances to waive the requirement when supporting data has been
supplied. Since 1990, ten such variances have been requested and approved.
In staff's opinion, nothing would be lost in eliminating this section.
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Mr. Perry recognized that there will be some complications and that the
procedural "bugs" would still have to be worked out with having multiple sets
of flood data, but it is believed to be the most judicious course to take at
this time to protect life and property given the equivalent of constructive
notice to the City. It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council
ratify the Negative Declaration and offer the ordinance for first reading.
In response to Council Member McGeorge, Mr. Perry related that those lots
which are currently zoned "U-F" are known to be located in a floodplain.
Staff intends to bring to the City Council a follow-up policy which will
basically address three issues: 1) Future subdivisions would be required to
work off the floodplain data best known for the property; 2) New
construction on vacant lots would be required to either raise the lot or the
foundation so that the finished floor level would be above the 100-year flood
elevation; and 3) Developers with lots in tentative subdivision maps which
have been approved and never recorded would be permitted to raise the lots
without requesting an amended map. If this does not occur, at the time an
extension is requested, the City would have the option of either approving or
denying the extension, as it does not have the ability to place additional
conditions upon the map at that time.
Frank Sawyer, of the firm Sharrah, Dunlap, and Saywer, explained that the
recent studies assume the full development of the General Plan which is
anticipated to take approximately 40 to 45 years to achieve. He stated that
in the past elevation certification was previously based on the FEMA
floodplain. The new ordinance could create situations where the elevation of
a residence is above the existing FEMA floodplain, but is below the ultimate
development floodplain which will occur 50 years from now. By law, the
engineer is required to list the higher elevation. Consequently, lenders
would most likely require the dwelling to have flood insurance which is based
on a sliding scale with respect to the finished floor elevation as it relates
to the FEMA floodplain. He suggested that it might be premature to adopt
this particular ordinance until the corresponding policy is before the City
Council for consideration.
Mr. Perry acknowledged that the ultimate development of the General Plan is
approximately 40 years. He noted, however, that some drainage basins will
develop at faster rates for a variety of reasons. A number of the drainage
basins are subject to flooding by factors which are not within the City's
control. Based on his experience, he suspected that the City would obtain
new floodplain studies approximately every 10 years.
Mike Bailey, of the firm Well, Brower & Associates, cited that the flow of
Olney Creek has increased approximately 80 percent in the new study versus
the FEMA studies. He noted that Planning Commissioner McCollum expressed
concern that individuals might be required to obtain flood insurance that
would most likely not be subsidized by the federal government as it is
outside the FEMA limit. Mr. Bailey indicated that the proposed policy will
require subdivisions to be designed based on the General Plan's ultimate
build out and does not take into consideration the City's ongoing policy and
proposed policy of requiring detention and/or retention basins for the
development, thereby keeping floodplain levels down. He stated that a joint
study session with local engineers and City staff had been requested. He
asked that the City Council continue this item until such a meeting could be
arranged.
Mayor R. Anderson determined that there were no additional individuals
wishing to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
Council Member Murray related that he contacted three local insurance
companies regarding the federal flood insurance program. Currently,
subsidized federal flood insurance on $125,000 costs approximately $490.00
per year. If the residence is not in a designated zone district shown on the
FEMA maps, the homeowner is then required to have either a registered
engineer or architect certify the floor elevation of the residence, thereby
adding additional cost to the insurance. He suggested that it might be
appropriate to defer action on this matter until the policy is also before
the City Council for consideration and suggested a joint study session with
the Planning Commission given the complexity of the subject.
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Mr. Perry did not object to continuing the item. He noted that in the
absence of a plan for controlling flood water, staff would assume the worst
case scenario.
Mayor R. Anderson reopened the public hearing.
Mayor R. Anderson suggested that staff meet with the local engineers to
consider their concerns and answer as many questions as possible. He also
requested that the ordinance and policy be brought back for consideration at
the same time. He did not, however, believe a joint study session with the
Planning Commission was necessary.
Mr. Perry proposed that he and Public Works Director Galusha meet with
representatives of the local engineers to better frame the issue, discuss
what has been proposed to date, and, if necessary, take the item back to the
Planning Commission for further consideration and recommendation.
Mayor R. Anderson suggested that Council Member Murray also attend the
meetings with the local engineers.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, to continue the public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter
18.47, floodplain ordinance, to June 21, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-2-94, by Russell McConnell and
the City of Redding (Hidden Hills and Brookside Subdivisions)
(L-010-230)
Council Member Murray abstained from discussion and voting on this matter.
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding RZ-2-94.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated May 10, 1994
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry related that the
Planning Commission, at its meeting of April 12, 1994, recommended approval
of an application by Russell McConnell to rezone property encompassed by the
Brookside Estates Subdivision from "U-FP" Unclassified District with
Floodplain Combining District to "R-1" Single-Family Residential District.
In conjunction with this proposal, staff is proposing the rezoning of the
adjacent Hidden Hills Subdivision from "U" Unclassified District to "R-1"
Single-Family Residential District.
Mr. Perry explained that the rezoning was initiated to satisfy a condition of
the Brookside Estates Tentative Map to eliminate the "U" Unclassified
District zoning of the property. This requirement is in keeping with the
Planning Department's efforts to update the zoning maps to more accurately
reflect new development.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the City
Council ratify the Negative Declaration, approve the rezoning as recommended,
and offer the ordinance for first reading.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
approving the rezoning as recommended by staff and making the following
findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-2-94:
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 April 12, 1994.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, and R. Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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Abstain: Council Members - Murray
Council Member Kehoe offered Ordinance No. 2085 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section
18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain
real property in the City of Redding to "R-1" Single-Family Residential
District, and "U-F" Unclassified District with Site Plan Review Combining
District (RZ-2-94).
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-3-94, by Jaxon Enterprises (River
Park Subdivision, Units 4 and 5)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding RZ-3-94.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated May 10, 1994
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry related that the
Planning Commission, at its meeting of April 12, 1994, recommended approval
of an application by Jaxon Enterprises to rezone property located within the
River Ridge Park Subdivision, Units 4 and 5 from "U" Unclassified District to
"R-1" Single-Family Residential District and "U-F" Unclassified District with
Site Plan Review Combining District.
Mr. Perry explained that the rezoning was initiated to satisfy a condition of
the tentative subdivision map in keeping with the Planning Department's
efforts to update the zoning maps to more accurately reflect new development.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the City
Council ratify the Negative Declaration, approve the rezoning as recommended,
and offer the ordinance for first reading.
Mayor R. Anderson determined that there were no individuals present wishing
to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, approving the rezoning as recommended by staff and making the
following findings regarding Rezoning Application RZ-3-94:
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 April 12, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member McGeorge offered Ordinance No. 2086 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section
18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain
real property in the City of Redding to "R-1" Single-Family Residential
District, and "U-F" Unclassified District with Site Plan Review Combining
District (RZ-3-94).
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Amendment to Chapter 16.28, Swimming Pools
(L-010-500-050)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding the amendment to Chapter 16.28, swimming pools.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission recommendation dated May 10, 1994
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry related that he received
a telephone call from Richard Guiton regarding a meeting the State will be
holding on May 23, 1994, pertaining to additional changes to the law which
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staff is attempting to implement with the proposed ordinance, i.e., new
requirements pertaining to above-ground spas. He requested that the public
hearing be continued to June 7, 1994, thereby allowing staff additional time
to ascertain any possible changes.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, to continue the public hearing regarding the amendment to Chapter
16.28, swimming pools, to June 7, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Proposed Statement of Community Development Objectives
and Projected Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal Year
1994-95
(G-100-030-039 & P-150-070)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding the proposed Statement of Community Development Objectives
and Projected Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds for fiscal year
1994-95.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Housing Supervisor Garrity stated that the Community Development Advisory
Committee concluded its three-month process of reviewing and ranking project
applications for funding and finalizing the Committee's recommendations to
the City Council for the 1994-95 Community Development Program. This year,
the amount of funds available for distribution is $934,628. In addition to
the City's 1994-95 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
allocation of $884,000, $20,628, which was previously allocated for off-site
improvements along Linden Avenue, was returned for reallocation; and
repayment of a $30,000 loan from the Redding Redevelopment Agency was added
to the amount available for allocation.
A summary of the programs and funding levels recommended by the Committee for
fiscal year 1994-95 is as follows: 1) Housing Rehabilitation: Revolving
Loan Fund $200,000; 2) Housing Facilities: NVCSS - Multi-Family Housing
Project $200,000; 3) Parks: MLK Memorial Park Improvements - $22,000; 4)
Planning: Long-Range Planning Projects $60,000; Vision Plan $25,000; GIS
Software $3,400; 5) Public Facilities Activities: Women's Refuge
Rehabilitation $75,959; Architectural Design - Fire Halls $69,300; Audible
Pedestrian Signals $12,000; Handicapped Ramps - $42,875; 5) Public Service
Activities: Golden Umbrella - Project Match $11,500; SSNP-Emergency Food
Assistance $11,200; POP-Community Garden Expansion $19,954; Laubach Literacy
Council $17,186; Fair Housing Program $3,364; Women's Refuge $40,000; SHDC-
Transitional Housing $32,490; and 6) Administration $88,400, for a total of
$934,628.
Ms. Garrity related that the Committee evaluated each application using the
criteria approved by Council: 1) benefit to the target population; 2)
agency capability; 3) cost effectiveness; and 4) ability to work with City
staff.
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Proposed Statement of
Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for 1994-95 and
the Community Development Plan. It is also recommended that the City Council
adopt the resolution authorizing the City Manager to file the 1994 Final
Statement with the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
In response to Council Member Murray, Ms. Garrity related that the Final
Statement needs to be filed 30 days prior to the end of the fiscal year.
Council Member Kehoe questioned why Item T, Golden Umbrella-Project
Match/Caregiver Training, was only partially funded. Ms. Garrity related
that the Redding Redevelopment Agency (RRA) has budgeted $18,000 toward this
project, with CDBG funding the remainder.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Planning and Community Development
Director Perry related that when the necessary findings could be made, both
the design and construction of fire halls have been completed utilizing CDBG
funding. Item G1, architectural design for fire halls, is intended to design
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a fire station to meet the City's written obligation to build a station in
Tierra Oaks within seven years of annexation. The goal is to update the
existing plans and create a prototype that can be utilized in the future for
at least three new stations.
Council Member Kehoe questioned if the current drawings are too outdated to
be modified.
Mr. Perry explained that the current drawings are the property of the
architect. Staff will be bringing an item to the City Council in the future
to see how it wants to resolve the situation, either issue a Request for
Proposal (RFP) or use successor in interest. The updated plans would also
provide an updated cost estimate.
Mayor R. Anderson asked if staff had determined where the funds would be
derived for the additional staffing. Mr. Perry stated that the labor costs
have been noted but the necessary funding source has not been determined. He
anticipated that the fire hall on Canyon Creek would be relocated, thereby
providing funds from the sale of property and enabling personnel to be
transferred to another facility.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Perry related that the City would
have three years in which to use the money. He explained that the money
could be utilized for either construction or design purposes. Staff would
still be required to obtain the City Council's approval to circulate a RFP
for design services. Once the interviews were completed, the City Council
would also be required to authorize the necessary contract. If the City were
not to use the funds, staff would need to know within about 18 months so that
the funds could be reallocated.
Mayor R. Anderson determined that there were no individuals present wishing
to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
Council Member Murray preferred that the line item be labeled as a set aside
account for firehall construction, which may include the plans. He
questioned if the $60,000 in funding for the long-range planning would just
go into the Planning Department's budget.
Mr. Perry replied that the matter would come back before the City Council
during budget deliberations in the form of staff allocation. In addition,
staff will be bringing the Vision Plan back to the City Council as a separate
matter.
In response to Council Member Murray, Ms. Garrity clarified that the maximum
allocation of CDBG funds which can be used for long-range planning under HUD
guidelines is 20 percent, which includes administration and planning.
Council Member P. Anderson questioned when the Tierra Oaks fire hall is
mandated to be constructed. Mr. Perry believed the City had to have the fire
hall operational within seven years from the date annexation occurred, which
was in 1992. A six-month design period and nine month construction period is
required.
Mayor R. Anderson did not see a problem with approving the item as presented
since it would require the City Council's approval prior to a RFP being
issued. It is not his intention to authorize plans until funding can be
found for the construction of the facility.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
approved the Proposed Statement of Community Development Objectives and
Projected Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds for fiscal year
1994-95 with the following change: Item G1 is to read: Architectural Fire
Hall Design Set-Aside Account. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that Resolution No. 94-140 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to file a Final Statement of
Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for $884,000 with
the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Voting was as follows:
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Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-140 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2083
- Amendment to Chapter 11.40 of the Redding Municipal
Code, Vehicle Congestion Management
(C-110-100)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2083 be waived and the City Attorney
be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that Ordinance No. 2083 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Title 11, Vehicles and Traffic, of the Redding
Municipal Code by adding a new Chapter 11.40 entitled Vehicle Congestion
Management.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 2083 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2084
- Planned Development PD-1-92 by O. G. Rosolia (6001 Oasis
Road)
(L-010-210)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2084 be waived and the City Attorney
be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that Ordinance No. 2084 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code
relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding to
"PD" Planned Development subject to the conditions of approval.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 2084 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR NEW CITY MANAGER
(A-050-080)
Robert Murray of David M. Griffith and Associates provided an overview of the
interviews he conducted with individual City Council members regarding the
qualifications of the new City Manager and the opportunities and the
challenges facing the City of Redding.
Mr. Murray conveyed that probably the most significant issue the City will
face now and into the 21st century is the financial constraints confronting
cities largely brought on by the recession and the State of California's
actions. Other issues of importance to the City are: economic development;
broadening of the tax base; labor relations; long-range infrastructure needs;
ability to provide services with the available resources; increase in crime;
and the potential growth of gangs.
Mr. Murray indicated that there was an overriding issue that was more on a
philosophical level. The new City Manager should be able to: rethink the
way the City does things; look at innovative approaches to the way business
is carried out; and allow people to feel an ownership in their government.
The skills required to perform these tasks include: leadership, customer
service, strong interpersonal skills, ability to motivate individuals,
excellent communication skills, be an effective listener, ability to
recognize employees for their contribution and value to the City, strong
manager, and a desire to become involved and part of the community.
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Mr. Murray stated that the salary range established by the City Council
should attract quality candidates. He also indicated that it is typical to
provide reimbursement for moving expenses if the individual is not already a
resident of the community.
Mr. Murray related that July 15, 1994, is the closing date for the receipt of
resumes. Following the closing date, detailed reference checks will be
conducted in addition to his own personal interviews. He will meet with the
City Council again on August 30, 1994, to review his recommendation regarding
finalists for the position. He also suggested that the City Council conduct
interviews on September 10, 1994. He hoped to have a sample brochure to the
City Council for review and comment within the next week.
This was an informational item and no action was required.
APPOINTMENTS
- Continuous Quality Improvement Task Force
(B-080)
Mayor R. Anderson recommended the following appointments to the Continuous
Quality Improvement Task Force: John DiPerry of Mercy Medical Center to
serve as Chair, Ann Kernkamp, manager of the Redding office of CH2M Hill, Dr.
Douglas Treadway, president of Shasta College, Judy Price, CPA with the firm
of Evanhoe, Lewellen accounting firm, City Manager Bob Christofferson, Police
Chief Bob Blankenship, Budget Services Officer Kurt Starman, and Ana Diaz,
president of Redding Employees Organization of the Service Employees
International Union (REO/SEIU).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
to appoint the following individuals to the Continuous Quality Improvement
Task Force: John DiPerry of Mercy Medical Center to serve as Chair, Ann
Kernkamp, manager of the Redding office of CH2M Hill, Dr. Douglas Treadway,
president of Shasta College, Judy Price, CPA with the firm of Evanhoe,
Lewellen accounting firm, City Manager Bob Christofferson, Police Chief Bob
Blankenship, Budget Services Officer Kurt Starman, and Ana Diaz, president of
REO/SEIU. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Knighton Road/I-5 Annexation
(A-150-251)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that the City Council, at its meeting of
May 3, 1994, received a proposal from Council Member Murray relating to
providing sewer service for the Union 76 Truck Stop, Pacheo School and other
adjacent properties. Staff was requested to prepare a report on the various
issues of the proposal. The Report to City Council dated May 6, 1994,
incorporated herein by reference, contained comments regarding various
questions and comments relating to the proposal.
Mr. Christofferson indicated that the City has maintained a policy that
annexation would be required in order to receive City services. There have
been a few deviations from this policy over the years in order to address
peculiar and specific problems, such as public health, but there has always
been a concern regarding precedent. The objectives in the policy
recommendation would, of course, be to: 1) eliminate an existing sewer
service problem at the truck stop; 2) facilitate improvements at the truck
stop; 3) enable the truck stop operator to undertake new development that
would provide additional economic activity, tax base and jobs; and 4)
provide collateral funding for the library. There are no technical issues or
problems that we know of, i.e., the sizing or location of sewer lines, sewage
treatment plant capacity, pumping problems, etc. The issue is whether to
deviate from City policy and whether a precedent is thus created.
Mr. Christofferson stated that the reasons for adhering to the policy are
fairly obvious, and the principal advantage in deviating, in addition to
those enumerated above, is that it would be unnecessary for the City to
provide City services such as police and fire protection. This would be
appropriate, as no revenue would flow to the City to fund such services.
With respect to the issue of precedent, the City Council could take the
position that the circumstances of this situation are so unique that they are
unlikely to be replicated in the future.
When staff undertook this assignment, it was thought that a more elaborate
response might be possible, however, it was concluded that it is necessary to
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take the various steps in order, addressing the threshold issue of concept
first and then predicate the development of detailed plans on the response
received. To do otherwise tends to invite false starts and the expenditure
of effort in a direction that may be contrary to the policy position finally
taken by the City Council and by the Board of Supervisors.
It is recommended that the City Council consider this idea conceptually and
perhaps invite the Shasta County Board of Supervisors to do the same, with
the details, such as engineering studies, to follow.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry explained that the Redding
Auto/Truck Plaza, represented by Dennis Riley, has been meeting informally
with City, County and the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) staff to
review various options and has decided once again to pursue annexation. In
an effort to revisit the tax exchange issue, staff resubmitted a proposed
Land Use and Annexation Agreement to the County for their review. Although
County staff presented the agreement to the Board of Supervisors, no formal
response was received. It appears the County is waiting for the City and Mr.
Riley to formally submit an annexation application to LAFCO before
commenting.
Mr. Perry indicated that the applicants have consented to entering into an
agreement to pay all fees and staff costs associated with the formation of a
Mello-Roos district in conjunction with the processing of the annexation
request.
Although several properties are requesting annexation along with the Truck
Stop, staff is recommending a boundary that concentrates on the Knighton
Road/I-5 Interchange because these parcels can be grouped to form an
annexation that has 100 percent support. If other parcels farther to the
west are included, some properties may be forced into the annexation and
Mello-Roos district against their wishes. The recommended Sphere of
Influence boundary recognizes the interest of the interested properties,
which may choose to pursue a separate annexation at a later date.
In discussing the issue with Mr. Riley, it is his desire to proceed with the
annexation request even though there would be a cost. Proceeding could save
two or three months if this became the way to get sewer service. It is,
therefore, the recommendation of staff that the City Council authorize staff
to enter into an Agreement with the applicants to pay all fees and costs
associated with forming a Mello-Roos district and processing of this
annexation request with boundaries as proposed. It is also recommended that
the City Council direct staff to refer the request to Departments for review
and comment, to the Board of Administrative Review for an environmental
determination, to the State Lands Commission for approval, and to the Bureau
of Land Management for approval of the inclusion of the BLM parcel in the
annexation.
Dennis Riley stated that it is urgent that the truck stop obtain sewer
services because of State water quality requirements and the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) requirements. The system is structured so that
services can only be obtained by going through the City. He is not
personally a proponent for or against annexation. His goal is to obtain the
necessary services required. He viewed Council Member Murray's proposal as
being a creative and innovative idea. He asked that the City Council realize
the urgency of the problem and work with the County to obtain the necessary
services as quickly as possible.
Paula Wagner of the Churn Creek Homeowners Association expressed concern with
annexing to the City as the residents want to keep the bottom as rural as
possible. She opined that Mr. Riley's interest is strictly financial.
Barbara Davis, President of Redding League of Women Voters, stated because of
the various land management positions involved with this matter, the League
would like to support a study, whether independently or in conjunction with
the City and the County.
Beatrice Olberdene related that Churn Creek bottom has fought to remain in
the County. She did not oppose Mr. Riley obtaining the necessary services if
he went down Interstate 5, however, if any of the Churn Creek bottom area is
annexed, she stated that the City would be sued again.
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Joan Adams, representing the Democratic Women of Shasta County, stated that
it is too soon to say whether Mr. Murray's proposal should be adopted;
however, she asked that the City Council keep the option open, as it is
creative and assists the Shasta County library at the same time. She noted
that there is a long history of government and private sector partnerships
where the public good has been well served.
Victoria McCarthur believed Mr. Murray's proposal deserved consideration.
She is embarrassed that the County does not have a library available on
Fridays which has forced her to travel to Weaverville to obtain necessary
information.
Council Member Murray apologized for the method by which his proposal was
delivered at the last City Council meeting. It was not his intention to
catch anyone off guard; however, he intends to try and move some issues
forward which, in his point of view, have been stymied for too long.
Council Member Murray related that his primary concern, regarding the
Knighton Road/I-5 area, is the 150 jobs which will be created. He ran for
the City Council based on a strong commitment to create new employment
opportunities. He viewed this as an opportunity to create additional jobs
without requiring the outside resources of such organizations as the Economic
Development Corporation. He did not oppose processing the annexation
application as a parallel path, however, he stressed the importance of having
a joint meeting with the Shasta County Board of Supervisors as soon as
possible to discuss the tax exchange agreement. He acknowledged that there
are unanswered questions and potential pitfalls associated with his concept,
however, he would like to see the concept move forward to the Board of
Supervisors to determine its interest. He favored a multiple-prong approach
with the focus being the creation of 150 new jobs.
Council Member McGeorge expressed reluctance to deviate from existing
policies because of the difficulty in drawing the line. He viewed the City
getting into the middle of argument after argument if it were to pursue
providing sewer services without requiring annexation. He favored the
creation of 150 jobs and supported meeting with the Board of Supervisors to
determine if a mutually agreeable plan could be developed.
John Kenny, Moss & Enochian, representing the Rileys, stated that the truck
stop has a recognized problem about which the Rileys seek to resolve. He
recognized that the problem lies in the tax exchange agreement which the City
is required to negotiate with the County. The Rileys are willing to do
anything reasonable to resolve this problem. He asked that the City keep
open the possibility of providing services without annexation under whatever
reasonable terms the City wants to impose.
Mayor R. Anderson conveyed that the City has made two previous attempts to
develop a property tax exchange agreement with the County. He stated that he
has had discussions with two County Supervisors who have indicated they do
not wish to discuss an agreement until the City has filed an annexation
application.
In response to Council Member P. Anderson, Mr. Perry assured the City Council
that those properties included in the proposed annexation have signed a
petition requesting annexation.
Council Member P. Anderson stated that she is supportive of economic
development and assisting existing businesses to expand. She is also
supportive of the library, however, General Fund monies cannot be designated
by the current or future City Councils or Board of Supervisors. She did not
view Council Member Murray's proposal as being the final solution for the
library and felt that the City Council would be willing to address the
library problem at some time in the future.
Council Member Kehoe stated that the Report to City Council offers some
compelling reasons not to provide sewer service to an area that is not part
of the City. He favored proceeding with the annexation and then as a
condition see if the City can make a commitment to fund the library. He
noted that the majority of the City residents voting at the last election
which involved library funding supported providing some type of permanent
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funding mechanism. He suggested that this might be an appropriate time for
the County to extend an opportunity to the City to run the library system.
Mayor R. Anderson related that the annexation issue and the library issue are
both worthy of the City's support; however, he suggested that the two items
should be divorced. He did not favor dedicating specific funds for specific
projects. Previously the City has somewhat stayed back with regard to the
library issue relying on the Library Commission and the fact that it is a
County library system. He noted that City policies and the City's Land Use
Element of the General Plan provide many valid reasons why City services
should not be extended outside the City limits. Mayor Anderson favored
pursuing the concept of annexation and did not personally support providing
City services without it. With regard to the library, he favored pursuing a
public/private partnership. He hoped that the City Council would reaffirm
its existing policy of not providing City services beyond the City limits.
In response to Mayor R. Anderson, Mr. Perry related that the annexation
process would begin when the resolution commencing annexation proceedings is
adopted. Once the annexation is submitted to LAFCO, LAFCO then notifies the
County to calculate the property tax and the Board of Supervisors to consider
a property tax exchange agreement.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
to proceed with annexation under the existing City policies, pursue a meeting
with the Shasta County Board of Supervisors to discuss a property tax
exchange agreement, authorize staff to enter into an agreement with the
applicants to pay all fees and costs associated with forming a Mello-Roos
District, processing the annexation request with boundaries as proposed, and
refer the request to departments for review and comment, to the Board of
Administrative Review for an environmental determination, to the State Lands
Commission for approval, and to the Bureau of Land Management for approval of
the inclusion of the Bureau of Land Management parcel in the annexation. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
COURSE OF ACTION RELATIVE TO NEXRAD
(A-090-100-935)
City Manager Christofferson recalled that the City Council, at its meeting of
March 15, 1994, authorized the formation of a Task Force whose purpose would
be to study the NEXRAD issue and recommend a course of action that would
address the issue of retaining the National Weather Service local office and
securing NEXRAD weather coverage for this region.
Mr. Christofferson related that the Task Force considered possible courses of
action that would provide the best possible potential for achieving the
objective and made the following recommendation:
Since reversal of the National Weather policy on NEXRAD will not be
secured at the level of the National Weather Service, it is clear that
we must move our appeal to at least the level of the Secretary of
Commerce, if not the White House. Accordingly, the Task Force
recommends that the City Council authorize the sending of a letter
clearly defining the City's posture to Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown,
together with letters of concern from each of the agencies and
organizations which have submitted such letters. An appropriate letter
has been prepared for your consideration.
Mr. Christofferson explained that the City's posture can be presented to
Secretary Brown and others in Washington by mail or in person, and it was the
view of the Task Force that there is no substitute for personal presentation.
The most effective method of presentation would be by a delegation from the
community, including representatives from the City (and perhaps other
cities), the County, agriculture, aviation, and perhaps other interested
parties. If for any reason the City Council does not wish to send a
delegation, Del Smith, a consultant, has offered to handle the presentation
for the City, and no doubt Congressman Herger's office would also be willing
to assist. It is also recommended that Tom Epstein of the White House staff
be presented with the same material, predicated on the White House's
sensitivity to the extreme need to carry California in the next election.
Based on the deliberations and conclusions reached by the Task Force, it is
recommended that the City Council authorize the sending of the suggested
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letter with its back-up material, as noted, and that the City Council further
authorize the sending of a delegation from the community to Washington D.C.
to make the presentation. If the City Council concurs, the visit would be
carefully orchestrated through the offices of Congressman Herger and
Congressman Fazio so that the delegation secures access to the right people.
Mayor R. Anderson noted that Shasta County Board of Supervisors Chair Frances
Sullivan was currently in Washington D. C. and might have some additional
points of view to add to the letter.
Council Member P. Anderson commended City Manager Christofferson for
establishing the task force and making the progress it has in such a short
time period.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Christofferson estimated that
approximately 12 to 15 jobs would be affected by the Weather Station closure.
More importantly, however, is the effect the closure would have on air
ambulance service and commerce travel on Interstate 5.
Mayor R. Anderson stated that because the decision is political, support
should be obtained from someone with Democratic clout. Mr. Christofferson
believed that Congressman Fazio had the necessary clout.
Council Member Kehoe suggested that the City Council authorize the Mayor to
send a letter to Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown. In addition, Shasta County
Board of Supervisor Chair Frances Sullivan should be contacted upon her
return to determine the effectiveness of sending a delegation to Washington
D.C. He noted that a third alternative would be to utilize the satellite at
Shasta Dam to communicate with representatives in Washington D.C.
If a delegation is sent to Washington D. C., Council Member Murray indicated
that the hospitals might wish to send representatives as well.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
authorizing the Mayor to send a letter to Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown,
contact Shasta County Board of Supervisor Chair Frances Sullivan to determine
the effectiveness of sending a delegation to Washington D.C., and investigate
the possible utilization of the satellite at Shasta Dam to communicate with
representatives in Washington D.C. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Issuance of Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
(D-050)
Assistant Director of Finance Sundin stated that staff has been investigating
and making preliminary arrangements to again participate in the California
Statewide Communities Development Authority's pooled Tax and Revenue
Anticipation Notes (TRANS) debt issue which is scheduled to be sold July 1,
1994. Issuing debt through a pooling arrangement significantly reduces the
costs of issuance to its participants. The structure of this pooled
financing also achieves the highest short term debt rating and, therefore,
should result in a lower interest rate than many participating agencies could
achieve for separately issued general obligation debt. TRANS issues were
developed to address the cash flow problems that result from the staggered
manner in which revenue is received by governmental agencies.
Ms. Sundin explained that the City could further benefit if it were to pay
one half of the General Fund PERS obligation for the fiscal year in July and
increase the size of the TRANS to provide funding for such a payment. If the
City took this action, it would accrue higher than anticipated investment
earnings with PERS and would receive the benefit of such earnings through
reduced future contribution rates. It is estimated that the net earnings
from investment of TRANS proceeds and the savings from reduced PERS rates
would result in a benefit to the City of approximately $115,000, though the
PERS savings would not be realized for two years.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt a resolution
which establishes a maximum borrowing amount of $5,800,000 and a maximum
interest rate of 5.5 percent and authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to
sign the necessary documents. It is further recommended that the City
Council approve as to form the Purchase Agreement with Sutro & Company, the
underwriter of the debt issue.
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In response to Mayor R. Anderson, Ms. Sundin related that the notes come due
on June 30th of each year, thereby eliminating any overlapping of debt.
During fiscal year 1993-94, the City earned approximately 2.4 percent on the
financing. She noted that in a falling interest rate market, there is some
associated risk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, to approve as to form the Purchase Agreement with Sutro & Company
and adopt Resolution No. 94-141, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding authorizing and approving the borrowing of funds for fiscal year
1994-1995 in a maximum amount of $5,800,000 with a maximum interest rate of
5.5 percent and the issuance and sale of a 1994-1995 Tax and Revenue
Anticipation Note therefor and participation in the California Communities
Cash Flow Financing Program.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-141 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION
- Policy regarding Disposition of Surplus City-Owned Real Property
(C-070-200)
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry recalled that Council
Member Dahl had requested staff to develop a City Council policy on real
estate commissions. In preparing that policy, it became apparent that it
should be done in the context of the City's overall policy on the disposition
of real property.
Mr. Perry explained that a policy was prepared to set forth the manner in
which real property would be sold or leased; real estate agents would be
used; and procedures, actions, and methods related to this topic would be
followed. As with every policy, it is expected that changes will occur over
the years, but it is a significant step forward from the unwritten practices
to date. As has been the practice, values will be established by an
independent third party. In addition, where the City wants to move land
faster than might otherwise occur, using real estate services and option
agreements for buyers to do their due diligence would now be possible.
Mr. Perry stated that the policy has built into it a system of checks and
balances using either the City Council or the City Manager to ensure that the
people who are doing the work have the proposals reviewed by someone else.
The reason for this and for some other requirements in the policy is that the
City must take special efforts to demonstrate to its citizens and to the
people it is dealing with that laws are complied with, deals are disclosed,
and the City is not making a gift of public assets.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve the necessary
resolution adopting the policy concerning the disposition of surplus City-
owned real property.
Council Member Murray recommended that the City accept appraisals which have
been completed within the last year.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, that Resolution No. 94-142 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding adopting a policy regarding disposition of
City-owned real property with the noted change that appraisals which have
been completed within the last year would be acceptable.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 94-142 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
WAGGON AREA ANNEXATION
- 17980 Oasis Road
(A-150)
Associate Planner Morgon indicated that the City has received a letter from
Ellyn Pellegrini requesting annexation to the City of Redding. The request
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is in response to the perceived loss in property value as a result of being
in close proximity to a City electric substation under construction at the
corner of Woggon Lane and Oasis Road. Ms. Pellegrini is requesting the City
to pay all costs associated with processing the annexation and (presumably)
to waive the requirement to form a Mello-Roos district to partially make up
the perceived loss in property value.
Mr. Morgon explained that the siting of the substation and the route of the
electric lines was the subject of intensive study during the preparation and
certification of the environmental impact report prepared for the Quartz
Hill/Keswick 115kV Transmission Loop Project. To help soften the visual
impact of the facility on adjoining properties, the substation will be
surrounded by chain link with redwood inserts and irrigated landscaping will
be installed on the south and west sides. Existing trees and shrubs will be
retained where possible. Curb, gutter, and sidewalk will be installed
adjacent to the facility along Oasis Road.
It is the recommendation of staff that the annexation of Ms. Pellegrini's
property be subject to current City policy and that the staff be directed to
encourage Ms. Pellegrini to circulate a petition in the area to determine if
others are interested in participating in annexation and paying a share of
the associated fees and processing costs.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Ms. Pellegrini's request to annex property at 17980 Oasis Road
to the City of Redding be subject to current City policy and direct staff to
encourage Ms. Pellegrini to circulate a petition in the area to determine if
others are interested in participating in annexation and paying a share of
the associated fees and processing costs. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CITY OF SHASTA LAKE'S PROPOSED SPHERE OF INFLUENCE
(G-030-150)
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry provided an overview of
the Report to City Council dated May 10, 1994, incorporated herein by
reference, concerning the City of Shasta Lake's proposed sphere of influence.
Mr. Perry explained that the proposed sphere of influence would overlap the
Redding sphere of influence in the following two areas: Lake
Boulevard/Walker Mine Road area and Tierra Oaks Subdivision. The only reason
given for the overlap is as follows:
It is recognized that the City of Redding can provide all of the
municipal services to the area within their sphere of influence.
Because of the close proximity and shared facilities by the people
within the areas where the proposed sphere overlaps, it appears a more
logical and orderly physical boundary and service area would be created
by including these areas in the City of Shasta Lake's sphere.
Mr. Perry stated that the proposal does not specifically call for the removal
of the area from Redding's sphere of influence, but that appears to be the
intention.
Mr. Perry related that from staff's perspective, it would have been desirable
to not have the issue raised, except as a product of joint approval by both
agencies when the facts made sense to both agencies. Shasta Lake has chosen
to unilaterally take an action to eventually set aside Redding's investments
in its sphere of influence.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council send a letter to the
Shasta Lake City Council requesting that its proposal be amended, and that
staff be directed to otherwise oppose the overlap. An overlap would simply
create a contest between the two cities to the advantage of neither city or
the public.
Mayor R. Anderson questioned whether the City of Redding would still be
committed to construct a fire station if Tierra Oaks annexed to another area.
Mr. Perry replied that due to the number of homes in the area, a fire
station would be required, thereby assisting with the City's fire rating.
Because of lines being extended in the area, it is probable that other areas
will also seek annexation.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
authorizing a letter be sent to the Shasta Lake City Council requesting that
its sphere of influence proposal be amended to exclude the overlapping areas
and direct staff to otherwise oppose the overlap. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Awarding Contract to Martin and Kane re Engineering Design for
Diestelhorst Bridge Replacement
(S-070-050-100)
Director of Public Works Galusha recalled that the City Council, at its
meeting of April 9, 1994, authorized staff to negotiate a contract with
Martin & Kane regarding the design of the Diestelhorst Bridge replacement
project.
Mr. Galusha stated that staff has negotiated a contract incorporating all of
the tasks required in the Request for Proposal (RFP) at a price not to exceed
$526,444, with a fixed fee of $18,556, totaling $545,000. Both staff and
Caltrans considers this to be a fair and reasonable price and within the cost
range for a project of this complexity. Approximately one third of the
contract work is to be provided by local firms as subcontractors to Martin &
Kane.
Mr. Galusha indicated that the design of the Diestelhorst Bridge replacement
project is funded 80 percent under the Federal Bridge Replacement Program for
the replacement bridge itself, and 200 feet each of the north and south
street approaches, with the City's share coming from traffic impact fees.
The funding for the design of the extension of Court Street and the widening
of Benton Drive is also funded from traffic impact fees. Adequate funds have
been budgeted in the 1993-94 traffic impact fee account to cover the
engineering design costs for this project.
Mr. Galusha noted that Council Member Murray expressed concern regarding
performing the design work on the Court Street extension before the necessary
rights-of-way have been obtained. Staff can administratively delay work on
that particular design until further work has been completed with regard to
the rights-of-way. He recommended proceeding with the award of the contract
and then authorizing the Court Street design work through a separate task
order.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt the necessary
resolution awarding a contract to Martin & Kane in an amount not to exceed
$545,000, and to approve a project contingency fund of $15,000, for a total
project cost of $560,000 subject to Caltrans performing a desk audit and
receiving their approval to proceed with the execution of the contract.
In response to Council Member Murray, Associate Civil Engineer Mathis related
that it is a cost-plus fixed fee contract and the City only pays that which
is billed based upon completed work.
City Attorney Hays clarified that if the City does not request that
particular work to be performed, the dollars associated with that task would
not be authorized for payment.
Council Member Murray did not favor authorizing work to be completed when the
necessary rights-of-way have not yet been obtained.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
that Resolution No. 94-143 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving entering into a Standard Agreement for
Professional Services between the City and Martin & Kane, Inc. for
engineering design services related to the Diestelhorst Bridge Replacement
Project, in an amount not to exceed $545,000; and appropriating an additional
$15,000 for contingencies, for a total project cost of $560,000, with the
understanding that the design portion of the Court Street extension not be
ordered until such time has the necessary rights-of-way have been obtained.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 94-143 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RECORD LANE IMPROVEMENTS
- Authorization to Release Funds Collected from Mary
Lake, Units 9, 10, and 11
(S-100-454)
Director of Public Works Galusha related that the Planning Commission, at its
meeting of April 26, 1994, conducted a public hearing regarding the issue of
releasing funds that had been collected for Record Lane as a requirement of
the development of Units 9, 10, and 11 of the Mary Lake Subdivision. The
issue at the time of the conditioning of these projects was the improvement
of Record Lane. The City believed at the time that Record Lane (a private
dirt road behind the Mary Lake Subdivision) would be developed in the future
as a Shasta County road built to Shasta County standards. Current contacts
with the County indicate that Record Lane will never be constructed and
accepted as a county road. The project condition was that the City would
collect a per-lot fee that would go into a fund for a future public road.
Mr. Galusha explained that under the proposal submitted to the Planning
Commission, the Public Works Department would release the money to a private
contractor after the improvements have been completed. This would place the
responsibility for the road improvements on the subject property owners. It
has been estimated that the improvements would cost approximately $30,000;
therefore, the $16,963 from the City funds would only cover a portion of the
cost. The remaining cost would be borne by the property owners.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the City
Council authorize the release of funds collected from Mary Lake Subdivision,
Units 9, 10, and 11 for the improvement of Record Lane in order to construct
and pave Record Lane as a private road.
In response to Council Member Kehoe, Mr. Galusha related that Assistant City
Engineer Curtis has confirmed that the property owners are aware that they
will be required to pay the difference between the project cost and the
$16,963 in funds collected by the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
to authorize the release of funds collected from Mary Lake Subdivision, Units
9, 10, and 11 for the improvement of Record Lane in order to construct and
pave Record Lane as a private road. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
City Attorney Hays requested that the City Council schedule a closed session
for Thursday, May 19, 1994, to discuss the Redding Power project.
It was the consensus of the City Council to hold a closed session on
Thursday, May 19, 1994, at 8:30 p.m. or later depending on outside counsel's
schedule.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:47 p.m., Mayor Anderson
declared the meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk