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12/20/94
City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
December 20, 1994 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The invocation was offered by Pastor Hayden Murphy, Trinity Lutheran 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 Interim City Manager McMurry, City Attorney Hays, Director
of Public Works Galusha, Director of Planning and Community Development
Perry, Police Chief Blankenship, Electric Utility Resources Manager Coleman,
Fire Chief Bailey, Assistant City Attorney Calkins, Director of Finance
Downing, Principal Planner Keaney, Director of General Services Masingale,
Director of Recreation and Parks Riley, Director of Information Systems
Kelley, Director of Personnel Bristow, Director of Utilities/Customer Service
Vokal, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Police Lieutenant Moty, Management
Analyst Bachman, Budget Services Officer Starman, City Treasurer, Assistant
City Clerk Moscatello, 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 October 31, 1994
Special Meeting of November 1, 1994
Regular Meeting of November 1, 1994
Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 5, 1994
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register 11, for the period of
December 1, 1994, through December 15, 1994, check numbers 214276 through
214830 inclusive in the amount of $3,015,939.04, be approved and paid and
Payroll Register 12, check numbers 389914 through 390722 inclusive, in the
amount of $943,819.89, and Automatic Payroll Deposits, check numbers 22079
through 22279, in the amount of $316,118.78, for a total of $1,259,938.67,
for the period of November 20, 1994, through December 3, 1994, be approved.
TOTAL: $4,275,877.71
Agreement for Auditing Services
- One-Year Extension with D.H. Scott & Co.
(F-205-150-075)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Finance that the City Council
authorize a one-year extension of the existing auditing services agreement
with D. H. Scott & Co. the fiscal year ending June 30, 1995.
Planning and Community Development Monthly Status Report
(A-050-250)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Planning and Community
Development that the Monthly Status Report through November 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.
Set Public Hearing
- Rezoning Application RZ-11-94, by the City of Redding
(Ridge Points Estates Subdivision)
(L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Planning and Community
Development that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m, January 3, 1995, to
consider the request to rezone property within the Ridge Point Estates
Subdivision from "R1-B15" Single-Family Residential District to "R1-BFM"
Single-Family Residential District.
Resolution Setting Public Hearing
- re Abandonment Application A-8-94, by
Redding Bank of Commerce (Northeast corner of Churn Creek Road and Mistletoe
Lane)
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(A-010-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Planning and Community
Development that Resolution No. 94-352 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to vacate and abandon
that portion of the Churn Creek Road right-of-way described in Exhibits B and
E and shown as "Areas to be Abandoned" on the map and lying adjacent to
properties located at 1891 and 1951 Churn Creek Road and setting a public
hearing for January 17, 1995 (A-8-94).
Set Public Hearing
- re Appeal of Denial of Variance Application V-13-94, by
Donald Nelson (7051 Riverside Drive)
(L-010-410)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Planning and Community
Development that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., January 3, 1995, to
consider the appeal of denial of Variance Application V-13-94, by Donald
Nelson.
Set Public Hearing
- re Annexation 94-1, Oasis Road Area
(A-150-250)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Planning and Community
Development that a public hearing be set for 7:00 p.m., January 3, 1995, to
consider Annexation 94-1, Oasis Road Area.
Resolution
- Exhibit A, Revision 2, to Contract No. 88-SAO-40001 with the
Western Area Power Administration
(E-120-900)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Electric Utility that Resolution
No. 94-353 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving Exhibit A, Revision 2, designation of point(s) of
delivery/receipt, transmission losses, voltage levels, and transmission rates
of delivery, effective January 1, 1995, to Contract No. 88-SAO-40001 with the
Department of Energy, Western Area Power Administration, and authorizing the
City Manager to sign same. Funds for this request are included in the 1994-
95 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2892, Two 40-Foot Articulating and
Telescoping Aerial Lifts on Cabs and Chassis
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Electric Utility that Bid
Schedule No. 2892, two 40-foot articulating and telescoping aerial lifts on
cabs and chassis, be awarded to Pacific Utility Company in the quoted amount
of $138,991.23. Funds for this purchase are available in the 1994-95 budget,
Job Order No. 9173-20.
Demand Side Management Related Services
(E-120-400 & E-120)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Electric Utility that assistance
from Energy Masters Corporation for demand side management (DSM) related
services be at staff's discretion, subject to the City Council-approved
budget for DSM activities and the $25,000 limit.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Completion of Soil Remediation at Turtle
Bay Park and Museum Site
* (B-130-070 & C-070-250-250)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Resolution
No. 94-354 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 29th amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 94-199 (1) appropriating $15,900 to remediate contaminated soil and (2)
authorizing the transfer of $15,900 from the General Fund to the Fleet
Maintenance Fund.
Resolution
- Two-Year Contract with Vision Service Plan re City's Self-
Insured Vision Plan
(P-100-150-160)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Personnel that Resolution No. 94-
355 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving entering into a two-year Vision Service Plan Contract, effective
January 1, 1995, through December 31, 1996, between the City of Redding and
Vision Service Plan (VSP), in which VSP will administer the City's self-
insured Vision Service Plan; and authorizing the Mayor to sign same.
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Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Warehouse Personnel Cross Charges
* (B-130-070 & A-050-150-500)
It is the recommendation of the Director of General Services that Resolution
No. 94-356 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 31st amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 94-199 appropriating $12,000 for personnel cross charges from the Solid
Waste Division.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2897, Office Furniture for Solid Waste
Transfer Station
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of General Services that Bid
Schedule No. 2897, office furniture for Solid Waste Transfer Station, be
awarded to Office Planning Group in the amount of $29,938.06. Funds for this
purchase are included in the 1994-95 budget.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds and Authorizing Purchase of Optional
Transmissions for Three Solid Waste Transfer Truck Tractors
* (B-130-070 & A-050-150-325)
It is the recommendation of the Director of General Services that Resolution
No. 94-357 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 32nd amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 94-199 appropriating $7,990 for vehicles.
It is further recommended that the City Council authorize the purchase of
optional transmissions for three solid waste transfer truck tractors from F.
B. Hart (Bid Schedule No. 2869).
Commissions, Boards and Committees
(B-080)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that the City Council accept the
report concerning Government Code requirements regarding Commissions, Boards
and Committees for calendar year 1995.
Purchase of Taxicab Owner's Permit
- By Donald Farrell and Dr. Jeffrey Bryant
(T-100-500)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that the City Council approve the
request of Donald Farrell and Dr. Jeffrey Bryant to purchase ABC Cab of
Shasta County taxicab owner's permit subject to the close of escrow,
submittal of a financial statement and the appropriate insurance certificate
and payment of the applicable fees to the City Clerk's Office.
Street Banners for Calendar Year 1995
(U-500-850)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that the City Council approve the
hanging of street banners for calendar year 1995 as depicted in the Report to
City Council dated December 13, 1994, incorporated herein by reference, and
direct staff to forward the appropriate letter to the California Department
of Transportation.
Requests for Proposals
- re Lockbox Services for the Remittance Processing of
Mailed Utility Payments
(U-500-850)
It is the recommendation of the City Treasurer and the Director of
Utilities/Customer Service that the City Council authorize staff to prepare a
request for proposal for lockbox services for the remittance processing of
mailed utility payments, evaluate the proposals submitted, and report
findings to the City Council on the feasibility of privatizing the processing
of mailed utility payments compared to purchasing remittance processing
equipment to continue this function in-house.
Resolution
- Accepting Traffic Signal Improvements for Use Permit UP-5-92,
Redding Medical Center Expansion
(L-010-390 & T-080-700)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that the City
Council accept the improvements by National Medical Enterprises for the
construction of signals at Butte/Auditorium, Park Marina/State Route 299
ramps, and Auditorium/State Route 299 ramps as satisfactorily completed.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 94-358 be adopted, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and
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operation the three signals at the intersection of Butte Street and
Auditorium Drive per the Master Agreement between the City of Redding and
Caltrans relative to maintenance and shared signals. The signals at Park
Marina/State Route 299 and the Auditorium/State Route 299 will be maintained
by Caltrans and the signals at Butte/Auditorium are to be maintained by the
City.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2882, Cypress Avenue/Goodwater Avenue
12" Waterline Intertie
(B-050-020 & W-030-725)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid Schedule
No. 2882 (Job No. 2030), awarded to Dunton Construction, Inc., be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk authorized to file a Notice of
Completion. The final contract price is $117,812.00.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. 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 - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge, Murray and R.
Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 94-352, 94-353, 94-354, 94-355, 94-356, 94-357, and 94-358
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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PRESENTATION BY SHASTA MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
- re Possible
Annexation of the Northern Portion of the City into the District
(B-080-480)
Bill Hazeleur, Manager of the Shasta Mosquito and Vector Control District,
highlighted his September 8, 1994, memorandum, incorporated herein by
reference, which provides a background history on the Shasta Mosquito and
Vector Control District, its duties, reasons for extending the mosquito
control program, current district boundaries, proposed annexation boundaries,
costs relative to expanded services, and method of providing services to the
expanded area.
Mr. Hazeleur noted that approximately 26 percent of the City of Redding is
located within the proposed study area. He related that his purpose is to
inform the City Council of the proposed annexation. In January, the Shasta
Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees will determine whether
application for annexation should be made to the Local Agency Formation
Commission (LAFCO). The proposed service charge for the proposed area would
be $12.00 and would not have any impact on the City's property tax revenues.
This was an information item and no action was required.
PRESENTATION BY LOCAL INDIANS FOR EDUCATION, INC.
(A-050-060)
Rod Lindsey, Executive Director of Local Indians for Education, Inc. (LIFE),
conveyed appreciation to Council Members P. Anderson and McGeorge for their
individual support to the Indian community. He also congratulated the City
Council on its vision for the Redding community.
Mr. Lindsey introduced the following members from LIFE's Tobacco Education
Group who were present to show Native American support of the City Council's
efforts: Tanya Lindsey, Robert Lindsey, Jason Nigro, and Catie Gorman.
Tanya Lindsey read an Indian prayer into the record. Catie Gorman explained
that Proposition 99 monies enable LIFE to work with the local Indian youth
through its tobacco prevention program.
Ms. Gorman presented the City Council with a proclamation and mandella. Mr.
Lindsey explained that the natural Native Americans believe the mandella acts
as a shield and provides protection and guidance.
Mayor R. Anderson commended the representatives of LIFE on their program.
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No action was required on this matter.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Rezoning Application RZ-10-94, by Dennis Mihalka (375 and
381 Parkview Avenue)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding Rezoning Application RZ-10-94.
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 December 14, 1994
Assistant City Clerk Moscatello advised that no protests were received.
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry, related that the
Planning Commission at its meeting of November 22, 1994, recommended approval
of a request to rezone two parcels located at 375 and 381 Parkview Avenue
from "CO-15-F-FP" Office District with a 15-foot-minimum, front-yard setback
and Site Plan Review and Floodplain Combining Districts to "CO-F-FP" Office
District with a 10-foot-minimum, front-yard setback and Site Plan Review and
Floodplain Combining Districts.
Mr. Perry explained that the purpose of the rezoning request is to
accommodate construction of a 740-square-foot addition to the office building
along Parkview Avenue. The bulk of this addition would occur along the north
side of the building and encroach 5 feet into the 15-foot, front-yard setback
required by the existing "CO-15" zoning of the property. Without the "15"
special combining designation, a minimum ten-foot setback is allowed in the
"CO" District. The purpose behind establishing a greater setback along
Parkview Avenue was to minimize the impacts of increased traffic on parcels
fronting Parkview Avenue upon construction of a new bridge across the
Sacramento River. He stated that the proposed building addition could
conflict with the bridge; however, because the City owns all of the property
to the north, the street extension and bridge are likely to be aligned to
avoid the cost of additional land acquisition.
Giving the benefit of the doubt as to the bridge location to the applicant,
it is the recommendation of both the Planning Commission and staff that the
City Council approve the rezoning application as requested, and offer the
ordinance for first reading.
Dennis Mihalka, 375 Parkview Avenue, explained that the purpose of the
request is to expand the building currently occupied by Don Ostendorf. He
noted that the addition would maintain the same exterior design utilizing
cedar lapped siding.
Mayor R. Anderson determined that there were no additional individuals
present wishing to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
Council Member Kehoe offered Ordinance No. 2105 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 "CO-F-FP" Office District with site
plan review and floodplain combining districts.
PUBLIC HEARING
- re Application for Limousine Owner's Permit by Leonard
Carter, dba Diamond Limousine Service
(T-100-150)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor R. Anderson opened the public
hearing regarding the application for a Limousine Owner's Permit by Leonard
Carter.
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
Staff recommendation dated December 14, 1994
Assistant City Clerk Moscatello advised that a letter was received from Carol
Straughan, owner of the Wedding Center, in support of the application.
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Assistant City Clerk Moscatello stated that an Application for a Limousine
Owner's Permit was received from Leonard C. Carter dba Diamond Limousine
Service
for the operation of one limousine. She noted there is only one approved
limousine company currently operating within the City.
Ms. Moscatello explained that in accordance with Section 6.32.030 of the
Redding Municipal Code, the City Council must determine if public convenience
and necessity requires the approval of the Limousine Owner's Permit for the
operation of one limousine.
It is recommended that after the public hearing, if the City Council
determines that public convenience and necessity requires the approval of the
Limousine Owner's Permit for the operation of one limousine, approval should
be subject to submittal of a financial statement, the appropriate insurance
certificate, and approval of the vehicle by the Chief of Police.
Roland Geiger, 2248 Harlan Drive, related that being the owner of an
entertainment service for nine years and coordinating wedding receptions, he
is familiar with the need for another limousine service. He supported Mr.
Carter's application and noted that two limousine services in the area would
prevent a monopoly from occurring.
Leonard Carter, 12815 Gas Point Road, stated there is a need for another
limousine service in the area.
Mayor R. Anderson determined that there were no additional individuals
wishing to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray, to
approve the Application for a Limousine Owner's Permit from Leonard C. Carter
dba Diamond Limousine Service for the operation of one limousine subject to
submittal of a financial statement, the appropriate insurance certificate,
and approval of the vehicle by the Chief of Police and direct staff to
prepare a report outlining options regarding the repeal of regulations
pertaining to taxi cab and limousine operations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mr. Geiger interjected that there have previously been limousine services
operating within the City of Redding that have not complied with the City's
regulations. He was concerned that it may be difficult to maintain the high
performance standards which currently exist if the City were to repeal its
ordinance.
REAPPOINTMENTS/APPOINTMENTS
- Redding Community Access Corporation, Tourism
and Convention Commission and Board of Appeals
(B-080-050 & B-080-120 & B-080-540)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray,
reappointing Connie Gill and Gary Burks and appointing David Grabeal to the
Tourism and Convention Commission for four-year terms expiring January 1,
1999. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray,
reappointing Council Member David McGeorge, Abram Woodland, John Mancasola
and Namaste to the Redding Community Access Corporation to serve three-year
terms expiring February 1, 1998. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray,
reappointing Bernie Bryson, Ken Gifford and Robert Richelieu and appointing
Les Melburg and Greg Dunbar to the Board of Appeals for four-year terms
expiring January 1, 1999. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE NO. 2102
- Repealing Redding Municipal Code Chapter 6.08 entitled
Ambulance Regulations
(T-100-030)
Council Member P. Anderson and Mayor R. Anderson abstained from discussion
and voting on this matter.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Murray,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2102 be waived and the City Attorney
be instructed to read the full title.
Voting was as follows:
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Ayes: Council Members - McGeorge, Murray and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - P. Anderson and R. Anderson
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that Ordinance No. 2102 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code Title 6, Business Taxes,
Licenses, and Regulations, by repealing Chapter 6.08 entitled Ambulance
Regulations.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - McGeorge, Murray and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - P. Anderson and R. Anderson
Ordinance No. 2102 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2103
- Establishing and Amending Time Limits with Respect to
the Redevelopment Plan for the Market Street Redevelopment Project
(R-030-145)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2103 be waived and the City Attorney
be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Ordinance No. 2103 be adopted, an ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 974, as amended by
Ordinance Numbers 1173, 1295, 1299, and 1923, establishing and amending
certain limitations with respect to the Redevelopment Plan for the Market
Street Redevelopment Project.
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. 2103 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 2104
- Establishing and Amending Time Limits with Respect to
the Redevelopment Plan for the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project
(R-030-050-651)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member McGeorge,
that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2104 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. 2104 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Ordinance No. 1552, as amended by Ordinance Numbers
1942, establishing and amending certain limitations with respect to the
Redevelopment Plan for the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project.
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. 2104 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REPORT REGARDING COST AND WORKLOAD OF THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
SELECTION PROCESS OF A NEW CITY ATTORNEY
(A-050-050)
Budget Services Officer Starman provided an overview of the Interim City
Manager's Report to City Council dated December 14, 1994, incorporated herein
by reference, concerning the cost and workload of the City Attorney's Office.
Mayor R. Anderson submitted a report outlining possible qualifications the
new City Attorney should possess, as well as recruitment options.
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Council Member P. Anderson questioned whether next year's budget could be
modified to collect data regarding the costs associated with outside counsel
and legal services in a more efficient manner.
Interim City Manager McMurry explained that the most efficient method to
track such data would be to substantially increase the office's automation,
which would require an appropriation of funds. Currently, staff knows the
amount of money which has been expended on outside legal service; however,
the specific legal services that were provided cannot be accounted for.
City Attorney Hays pointed out that the City Attorney's Office does not
possess all the records associated with outside legal services. Other
departments, such as Risk Management, also incur costs in this area.
Council Member Murray stated that the reports indicate that the current level
of financial commitment to the City Attorney's Office is inadequate. Prior
to recruiting a new City Attorney, he opined that the City Council should
discuss the configuration of the office, including office automation, and
what level of financial commitment the City Council is willing to provide.
Mayor R. Anderson stated that he is willing to make a substantial commitment
to the office, however, he wants to obtain the input of both the new City
Manager and City Attorney.
Council Member McGeorge concurred that the office needs to be brought up to
current legal office standards. He stated that the relationship between the
City Manager and the City Attorney is strong, and, therefore, he favored
obtaining input from the new City Manager. He suggested that Council Member
Murray provide his recommendations to the City Council in a written format
for consideration at a future meeting.
Council Member Murray indicated that the City Attorney is the only other
individual hired by the City Council and believed it was structured to
provide a counter balance to the City Manager's Office. He suggested that
the City Council define its monetary commitment to the City Attorney's
Office.
Council Member P. Anderson supported providing the office with the necessary
automation, and opined that automation could provide the equivalent of
another quarter to half-time attorney. Prior to doing so, however, she
wanted to receive recommendations from the new City Attorney. She indicated
that based on the City's finances, it may not be possible to complete the
project in one year.
Mayor R. Anderson said he did not view the relationship between the City
Manager and City Attorney as a counter balance. He believed that both the
City Manager and City Attorney work for the City Council and he viewed the
two positions working as a team. He reiterated that it would be beneficial
to receive input from the new City Manager.
Council Member Kehoe opined that the City Council's objective should be to
provide the highest level of service to both internal and external customers.
He indicated a willingness to commit more financial resources and time;
however, prior to making such a commitment, he requested staff prepare a work
force analysis depicting the department's present workload. After such an
analysis has been prepared, the City Council may determine that there are
areas where less emphasis could be placed. He found the memorandum prepared
by the Assistant City Attorney to be very informational and believed that it
should be taken into consideration.
Council Member Murray noted that a legal research database, i.e., Westlaw,
and an automated case load management system would cost less than $10,000 in
capital expenditures and $5,000 a year in recurring expenses. He hoped that
the City Council would at least commit to this level of office upgrade and
concurred in the preparation of a report outlining the issues requested by
Council Member Kehoe for consideration during the mid-year budget cycle.
Mayor R. Anderson expressed a willingness to make such a commitment, but not
before recommendations are received from the new City Attorney.
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Council Member Murray noted that the timing for this discussion is good, as
trailer space will be available at City Hall when the new Corporation Yard is
operational.
Mayor R. Anderson indicated that he was leaning toward hiring an attorney and
contracting with outside legal counsel to handle specialty areas and trial
work.
Council Member Murray noted that the current structure of the City Attorney's
office is a bifurcation of a full service office and an administrative
office. He noted that a number of the City's legal services have always been
contracted out, such as Electric Department matters of a specialized nature.
He opined that the division of work will have to be determined when the new
City Attorney is hired. In the interim, however, the City Council must
ensure that the City's ongoing legal needs are met.
Mr. McMurry conveyed that the Electric Department will be presenting a report
for the City Council's consideration at the first meeting in January
regarding its immediate need for outside counsel.
Mayor R. Anderson stated that the City Council needs to move forward in the
selection process and stated that he was not in favor of hiring an executive
search firm since the candidate would have to be a California attorney. He
suggested that the City Council determine if there is a well-qualified local
candidate and negotiate directly with the individual. If that fails, he
recommended that the City Manager perform the function of an executive search
firm.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mayor R. Anderson stated that, based on
data collected from other cities, the base salary range for the City
Attorney's position should be between $90,000 to $100,000. It was the
consensus of the City Council that the base salary range would be $90,000 to
$100,000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, to look for a well-qualified local candidate and negotiate
directly; and if such a candidate is not available, the City Manager will
perform the work of an executive search firm and expand the area of
recruitment. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
BLANKET VENDORS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1995
(B-050-100)
Director of Finance Downing stated that the City has an established blanket
vendor program wherein authorized City employees can purchase supplies
through the use of blanket-type purchase orders. The program provides
discounts for volume buying, reduces administrative costs, and the number of
purchase orders written.
Ms. Downing noted that internal control of blanket orders is maintained by
the Purchasing Department and payment is processed once a month. The
proposed blanket vendors for 1995 total 178, 48 for contracted vendors and
130 for convenience vendors.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council authorize the
Purchasing Division to issue blanket purchase orders to vendors as
established through the blanket vendor program for the upcoming year and as
deemed necessary by the Purchasing Officer throughout calendar year 1995.
Council Member P. Anderson recommended that the City Manager review the
City's current purchasing process and provide recommendations to the City
Council regarding such items as purchasing limits and the number of
authorized personnel.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, authorizing the Purchasing Division to issue blanket purchase orders
to vendors as established through the blanket vendor program for the upcoming
year and as deemed necessary by the Purchasing Officer throughout calendar
year 1995 and directing the City Manager to review the City's current
purchasing process and provide recommendations to the City Council. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT 9749 ABERNATHY LANE
(C-070-010)
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry recalled that the City
Council, at its meeting of December 6, 1994, directed staff to seek
acquisition of property located at 9479 Abernathy Lane. As part of the
process, it is necessary for the City to make an offer on the property and to
budget the necessary funds.
Mr. Perry stated that the listing real estate agency indicated that the
occupants desire to relocate upon sale of the property, however, that cannot
occur until the property is sold. Mr. Perry explained that the City is
obligated to provide relocation costs. In this instance, the occupants are
not the owners of the property, although one of the occupants has a life
estate interest.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council authorize the
submittal of a Purchase Offer in the amount of $150,000. It was further
recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution appropriating funds in
the amount of $170,620 to cover all associated acquisition costs.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, authorizing staff to submit a purchase offer in the amount of
$150,000 for the acquisition of property at 9749 Abernathy Lane and adopting
Resolution No. 94-359, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 30th amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 94-199 appropriating $170,620 to acquire property located at 9749
Abernathy Lane.
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. 94-359 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA-5-94 AND REZONING APPLICATION RZ-8-94
- by Bob
Roesner (Southeast corner of Shasta View Drive and Goodwater Avenue)
(G-030-010 & L-010-230)
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry highlighted the Report
to City Council dated December 15, 1994, incorporated herein by reference,
regarding General Plan Amendment GPA-5-94 and Rezoning Application RZ-8-94.
He related that the Planning Commission, upon referral from the City Council,
reexamined the design-review criteria and the development standards for
rezoning 2.19 acres located at the southeast corner of Shasta View Drive and
Goodwater Avenue to "CO-F" Office District. The Planning Commission
subsequently recommended that the "CO-F" Office District be approved subject
to the following revised site-plan-review criteria: 1) require a six-foot-
high, solid-block wall along the south boundary line; 2) require building
setbacks to be not less than 20 feet and not more than 35 feet from Shasta
View Drive; and 3) require that any two-story buildings built within the
"CO-F" District be set back a minimum of 50 feet from an "R-1" District.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve General Plan
Amendment Application GPA-5-94 for "Office", ratify the Negative Declaration
and adopt the implementing resolution. It is further recommended that the
City Council approve the rezoning of the property to "CO-B15-F" Office
District subject to site-plan-review criteria, ratify the Negative
Declaration and offer the ordinance for first reading.
Council Member P. Anderson questioned whether the individuals expressing
concern at the City Council meeting also attended the Planning Commission
meeting.
Mr. Perry replied that the Planning Commission public hearing was advertised
for the "Office" designation, thereby alleviating concerns of the adjoining
residents. He indicated that one gentlemen spoke in opposition to a
multiple-family designation and the adjoining property owner also discussed
the impacts on the single-family residences.
Chris Kraft, Sawyer Dunlap & Sharrah, Inc., representing the applicant,
explained that the property owner to the south of the development, Richard
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Lenz, expressed concern at the Planning Commission meeting about preserving
the integrity of his privacy and requested that the Planning Commission
require a 50-foot setback for two-story buildings. Mr. Kraft indicated that
he subsequently spoke with Mr. Lenz and received a letter from him dated
December 19, 1994, incorporated herein by reference, concurring with a 15-
foot setback for two-story buildings provided that windows on the south side
be high enough not to see out of from the inside and be opaque. He,
therefore, requested that the City Council amend the site-plan-review
criteria accordingly.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, that the City Council make the following findings regarding Rezoning
Application RZ-8-94:
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 Board of
Administrative Review on September 28, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, that the City Council make the following findings regarding General
Plan Amendment GPA-5-94:
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 Board of
Administrative Review on September 28, 1994. The Vote: Unanimous ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, that Resolution No. 94-360 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding amending the General Plan of the City of
Redding by adopting General Plan Amendment GPA-5-94, amending the General
Plan on property located at the southeast corner of Shasta View Drive and
Goodwater Avenue to "Office."
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. 94-360 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, to amend site-plan-review criteria for Rezoning Application RZ-8-94
to permit two-story buildings within the "CO-F" District to be set back a
minimum of 15 feet from an "R-1" District with no windows on the second story
or opaque and high enough not be be seen out from the inside. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Kehoe offered Ordinance No. 2106 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 "CO-B15-F" with amended site-plan-
review criteria (RZ-8-94).
RESOLUTION
- Authorizing State Department of General Services to Purchase 11
Marked Police Vehicles
RESOLUTION
- Authorizing Purchase of 11 Partition Screens and 11 Pushbars
from Maita Chevrolet in Sacramento
(B-050-100 & P-150-150)
Police Chief Blankenship noted that the 1994-95 budget authorizes the
purchase of 14 police units as replacement vehicles to the Police Department
Fleet. However, due to the success of the Mileage Extension Program on
selected vehicles, the Police Department requires replacement vehicles for
only 11 patrol units.
Chief Blankenship explained that the State bid process offers the best price
available. This year the State bid was awarded to Maita Chevrolet of
Sacramento. General Motors has announced, however, it will stop taking
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orders on January 18, 1995, or sooner. He noted that the partition screens
and pushbars on the vehicles which are to be replaced are not interchangeable
with the 1995 Chevrolet body design. In addition, pushbars must be designed
and installed so as not to deploy or bypass the vehicle air safety bag.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council authorize the
purchase of 11 vehicles, via the State bid and also authorize the purchase of
pushbars and partition screens.
Council Member P. Anderson recommended that the City Manager provide the City
Council with a recommendation concerning the City's current policy regarding
the lease purchase of vehicles versus direct purchase.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Kehoe, directing the City Manager to provide the City Council with a
recommendation concerning the City's current policy regarding the lease
purchase of vehicles versus direct purchase, and adopting Resolution No. 94-
361, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the
Department of General Services of the State of California to purchase 11
marked police vehicles in the amount of $212,100 for the Redding Police
Department; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate
documentation.
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. 94-361 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Kehoe, that Resolution No. 94-362 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of 11 partition
screens and 11 pushbars from Maita Chevrolet in Sacramento for the 11 marked
police vehicles being purchased through the State, pursuant to Redding
Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(a)(4), and authorizing the City Manager to
sign the appropriate documentation.
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. 94-362 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AWARD OF BID
- Bid Schedule No. 2895, Three Pickup Trucks for Various City
Departments
(B-050-100)
Director of General Services Masingale stated that the Water Utility Division
and Land Development and Transportation Division budgeted for three
replacement vehicles during the 1994-95 budget year. The apparent evaluated
low bids were as follows: 1) One Ton Truck with Diesel Engine and Utility
Body - Green Valley Ford $22,772.93; 2) Half Ton Pickup Truck with Air
Conditioning - S & C Ford $13,334.39; and 3) Half Ton Pickup Truck with No
Air Conditioning - S & C Ford $12,599.73.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council award the bid to the
aforementioned evaluated low bidders.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Kehoe, that Bid Schedule No. 2895, three pickup trucks for various City
departments, be awarded as follows: 1) One Ton Truck with Diesel Engine and
Utility Body - Green Valley Ford $22,772.93; 2) Half Ton Pickup Truck with
Air Conditioning - S & C Ford $13,334.39; and 3) Half Ton Pickup Truck with
No Air Conditioning - S & C Ford $12,599.73. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
LEASE AGREEMENT
- re Apartment at 2930 Leland Avenue for Community Policing
Program
(A-070-075 & P-150-150)
Police Chief Blankenship explained that during staff's research of Community
Oriented Policing Programs, it was discovered that one effective strategy
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used by police departments was the establishment of an "office" in the
neighborhoods where they were working. This practice led to the early
acceptance of the officers by the residents.
Chief Blankenship recalled that in October 1994, the Police Department began
its Community Oriented Policing Program in the residential area south of City
Hall. As part of its action plan, the Police Department would like to
establish a temporary office in the neighborhood. William Goodale, the
property owner of 2930 Leland Avenue, has offered to provide an apartment for
this purpose. It is anticipated that the office would be utilized for six to
eighteen months.
Chief Blankenship noted that the apartment would serve as a focal point for
such things as: reporting of illegal activity and behavior, report writing,
easy access to police officers, a "safe house" for juveniles, tutoring for
school age children, and a meeting place for small groups and officers. The
Police Department has requested an Administrative Use Permit to allow police
officers to conduct such activities in a residentially zoned area. The
apartment is being offered "rent free," with the City being responsible for
utilities, telephone and pest control.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve the lease of
an apartment located at 2930 Leland Avenue for use by the Community Oriented
Policing Program.
Council Member Murray requested that the lease agreement be amended to
provide a condition whereby in the event of litigation, the party filing the
legal action would be responsible for attorney fees.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Kehoe,
approving the lease agreement with Bill Goodale for an apartment at 2930
Leland Avenue for utilization by the Community Policing Program subject to
the addition of a condition whereby in the event of litigation, the party
filing the legal action would be responsible for attorney fees. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
PETITION
- re Concrete Block Wall Fence Adjacent to Enterprise Community Park
(P-050-145)
Director of Recreation and Parks Riley stated that a petition was received
from citizens who reside near the north parking lot entrance to Enterprise
Community Park. The purpose of the petition is to request the installation
of a slumpstone or block wall fence on City property to assist in reducing
noise and visibility between the homes and the access road. The original
road was a service road which provided access to the former Enterprise Public
Utility District's sewer pond area. The road alignment was not changed, but
overlaid with asphalt.
Mr. Riley said the estimated cost for a six-foot high block sound wall is
approximately $58,000. The barrier would be installed near Victor Avenue and
the length would be 530 feet along the access road, or for eight residences.
He noted it may be difficult to construct a sound wall for only eight
residences and not do the same for the entire northerly subdivision which
totals 18 residences, and also for the residences adjacent to the southern
edge of the Enterprise Community Park. The cost to construct a sound wall to
encircle the Enterprise Community Park is estimated at $250,000. He stated
that it has been the Parks Department's Policy not to construct a block wall
sound barrier to separate homes from neighborhood or community park sites.
The City has 31 developed park sites and this is the first request for a
sound wall.
Mr. Riley explained that while the access road creates more traffic, the
asphalt reduces noise and dust from the vehicles. The subject road is not a
thoroughfare and only leads to a parking lot. He related that consideration
should also be given to the fact that the proposed developed landscape on the
south side of the residences may assist in reducing the noise generated by
traveling vehicles. Mr. Riley stated that discussions with Ms. Debbie
Allison subsequent to the preparation of the Report to City Council reveal
that any type of six foot fencing would be acceptable.
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It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council not authorize the
construction of a concrete wall sound barrier due to the precedent it may
create for all City-owned park sites.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Riley noted the road is also
necessary for access to the maintenance yard. In addition, the future road
would be extended to the lower area.
Debbie Allison, 1751 Morningsun Drive, stated the existing fencing consists
of a four-foot cyclone fence. She noted that when the road was put in, it
was raised approximately three to four feet. The heavy foot and bicycle
traffic which utilizes the road is able to look over the fence into the
backyards of the residences along the access road. She explained that the
residents are only requesting that the City install something which detours
people's vision from the backyards.
In response to Mayor R. Anderson, Ms. Allison indicated that she has planted
shrubbery, however, it will take several years to mature. Previously, the
area was secured and could only be accessed utilizing a key. Currently, the
only security is a pole which people go under and over at all hours of the
day and night.
Council Member Kehoe requested staff to research the ownership of the
existing residential fencing and the possibility of extending the fence
height.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray, to
refer petitions requesting the construction of a concrete block wall fence
adjacent to Enterprise Community Park to the Recreation and Parks Commission
for a report outlining various alternatives available for consideration. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Council Member Kehoe requested that the affected homeowners be advised of the
date and time the Recreation and Parks Commission will consider the issue.
MARTIN LUTHER KING MARCH
(P-010-050)
Director of Public Works Galusha related that Mae Lois Turner submitted a
request to conduct a march on Monday, January 16, 1995, in honor of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. She is requesting the use of Court Street from the
Courthouse at Yuba Street to the Martin Luther King Center on Sheridan. The
march, as envisioned by Ms. Turner, would take place in the south bound
traffic lanes of Court Street and have an estimated participation of 300
people. In 1994, the march was held utilizing the sidewalk and crossing
streets while observing existing signals or stop controls. Ms. Turner
believes that continuing to follow this practice limits the impacts of the
march in recognition of the slain civil rights leader.
Mr. Galusha explained that staff is opposed to the march on Court Street due
to the difficulty in providing traffic detours, traffic control, the
interruption to vehicular traffic, the precedent to allow events on other
than the current City Council approved routes, the safety of the marchers,
the inconvenience to the businesses located along Court Street, and access to
Mercy Hospital. To permit the march on Court Street would require the City
to close, at a minimum, the southbound lanes of Court Street from Butte
Street to Sheridan Street and detour motorists to Oregon/Railroad/California
or Market Streets.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council direct staff to
advise the applicant that in order to conduct the march along Court Street,
it must be restricted to the sidewalk or they can utilize Parade Route 3.
Mr. Galusha noted that the City Council included funding within the community
events portion of the 1994-95 budget to pay for manpower needed if the parade
was held on one of the established parade routes.
Mae Lois Turner said the march is very important to them. She emphasized
that this is not a parade, this is a march. The proposed marchers would
gather at the Courthouse and walk seven blocks to the Martin Luther King
Center. She estimated the walk to take 20 minutes. She expressed
frustration as she originally filed the application on February 4, 1994, and
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was advised in September that the City Council had allocated funding in the
amount of $3,000 to cover the cost of barricades, etc. She stressed that
this is a peaceful march, with various ethnic groups participating.
Council Member P. Anderson questioned why the sidewalk is unacceptable for
the march.
Ms. Turner related that the sidewalks are too small to accommodate the number
of people and are difficult to navigate for the wheelchair participants. On
behalf of the Commemorative Committee of Martin Luther King and the Advisory
Board, she requested the City Council approve the request to conduct the
march in the southbound lanes of Court Street.
In response to Mayor R. Anderson, Ms. Turner indicated that there were
approximately 175 individuals who participated in last year's march and she
did not believe this year's participation would exceed 300.
Council Member Murray stated that Ms. Turner has made the distinction between
a parade and a march. He suggested charging the applicant for those costs
exceeding the City Council's allocation of $3,000.
In response to Ms. Turner, Police Chief Blankenship explained that staff is
only estimating the cost to be more than $3,000 due to the need to barricade
streets and divert traffic. Until the route is established, the amount of
manpower which will be required is not known.
Chief Blankenship stated that staff's biggest concern is the safety of the
marchers and being able to provide adequate protection on a very busy street.
He expressed a willingness to assist again this year if the marchers choose
to utilize the sidewalks along Court Street.
Georgia Fowler, 8980 Chaparrel Drive, indicated that the Martin Luther King
Advisory Board is striving to make a difference in the community. She noted
that last year's march was peaceful and the street was quiet because it is a
holiday. She requested the City Council approve the march utilizing Court
Street.
Ms. Turner questioned whether the entire seven blocks of Court Street could
be closed to accommodate the march. Council Member P. Anderson explained
that Court Street cannot be closed due to the necessity to access Mercy
Hospital.
Council Member Kehoe stated that, based on the testimony of Chief
Blankenship, he is not in a position to compromise public safety and cannot,
therefore, support the proposal.
Given the $3,000 allocation, Council Member McGeorge asked the Public Works
Department to try and accommodate wheelchair participants by providing some
type of ramp at the sidewalks. Mr. Galusha indicated that staff would
attempt to develop some type of temporary ramp.
Council Member Murray also requested that staff utilize a portion of the
$3,000 allocation to provide traffic signal control which would permit the
march to proceed in an orderly fashion without stopping for traffic signals.
Chief Blankenship indicated that his staff would work with the Public Works
Department to ensure that the group stays together.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, to permit the Martin Luther King March on January 16, 1995, to
occur on sidewalks on Court Street or an authorized parade route. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Public Interest and Necessity re Acquisition of Property Owned
by Michael J. Franklin and Dolores A. Franklin re Shasta View Drive Extension
Project (North side of Oasis Road, directly across from Indian Country Drive
- APN 074-210-02)
(S-070-100-700)
Council Member Murray abstained from voting and discussion on this matter.
City Attorney Hays explained that as a condition of approval of the Victoria
Knolls Subdivision, the City required that Shasta View Drive be extended
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north of Oasis Road across property not part of the Victoria Knolls
Subdivision. The intervening property over which Shasta View Drive is to be
extended is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Michael Franklin of Darien, Wisconsin. The
condition requiring the extension of Shasta View Drive across the Franklin
property is consistent with the Subdivision Map Act, specifically Section
66462.5.
Mr. Hays stated that since the imposition of the condition, representatives
of the subdivider, Mr. Jim Gironda, have sought to acquire the necessary
right-of-way for the extension of Shasta View Drive. To this end, Mr.
Gironda had the right-of-way appraised by Ryan and Associates and utilized
the services of Bob Martin of Martin Appraisal and Acquisition to negotiate
the acquisition. Additionally, Mr. Gironda also utilized the services of
Jack Reese, a local attorney, to try and consummate the acquisition of the
necessary right-of-way in order to fulfill the condition established by the
City of Redding. These efforts, on behalf of Mr. Gironda, began
approximately in the middle of June 1993, and continued through August of
1994. With the Franklins living in Wisconsin and the activity being
generated in the Redding area, the negotiations have of necessity appeared to
be somewhat protracted.
Mr. Hays indicated that the City Attorney's Office was requested on November
14, 1994, to move forward with the acquisition by utilizing the City's powers
of eminent domain. Based upon the request and the information provided,
staff moved forward and submitted to the Franklins a final offer for
acquisition on December 1, 1994. He stated that Mr. Franklin contacted the
City Attorney's office at 4:10 p.m., Monday, December 19, 1994, and conveyed
he would not be in attendance at the meeting, but had been communicating with
Mr. Tom Shuck on the matter.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt the necessary
resolution to begin condemnation action. He noted that any costs incurred by
the City will be borne by the developer.
Council Member P. Anderson questioned why the road curved through this
subject property, rather than following the property line.
Director of Planning and Community Development Perry related that the road
will match the road coming south from Gold Hills Subdivision. Mr. Hays
stated that Shasta View Drive is designed to handle fairly high traffic
speeds and is envisioned as a major thoroughfare in the Traffic Circulation
Plan. Right angles in the road would not be able to accommodate the road's
designed traffic capacity.
Principal Planner Keaney stated that the traffic engineer's analysis revealed
only one acceptable location which could provide the necessary sight distance
for the intersection of Shasta View Drive and Oasis Road. Any other location
would require the road be shifted either 1,000 feet east or west, thereby
defeating the purpose of Shasta View Drive.
Council Member Kehoe questioned whether the City Council had a choice in its
decision. Mr. Hays replied that the City Council had no other alternative
unless it desired to rescind the subdivision's approval. At that point,
however, the property owner would be able to move to mandate the City Council
to make the findings based upon the provisions which exist in the Subdivision
Map Act.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Resolution No. 94-363 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding finding that public interest and necessity
require the acquisition of 4.03+
acres in fee for necessary public
improvements, namely the Shasta View Drive Extension Project, as a condition
of approval of the Victoria Knolls Subdivision. The property is owned by
Michael J. Franklin and Dolores A. Franklin, and is generally located on the
north side of Oasis Road, directly across from Indian Country Drive, Redding,
Shasta County, California; APN 074-210-02.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, Kehoe, McGeorge and R. Anderson
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Kehoe
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Resolution No. 94-363 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from FERC to Portland General Electric Company re Docket No. ER95-71
(S-050-350)
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:12 p.m., Mayor R. Anderson
declared the meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Assistant City Clerk