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06/06/95
City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
June 6, 1995 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by Clay McClain.
The invocation was offered by Pastor Eddie Hash, Neighborhood Alliance.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kehoe with the following
Council Members present: P. Anderson, R. Anderson, McGeorge, Murray and
Kehoe.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry,
City Attorney Wingate, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of
Electric Utility Lindley, Acting Planning Director Keaney, Director of
Administrative Services Starman, Police Captain Byard, Police Captain
Davidson, Assistant City Attorney Calkins, Director of Information
Systems Kelley, Interim Personnel Director Sciarra, Senior Planner King,
Airports Director Perry, Transportation Coordinator Duryee, Associate
Planner Morgon, Associate Planner Manuel, Housing Program Supervisor
Garrity, Management Assistant to the City Manager Bachman, Assistant
City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City
Council Rudolph.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES
- Former Recreation and Parks Commissioner,
Planning Commissioner and Airports Commissioners
(B-080-350 & B-080-010 & B-080-300)
Mayor Kehoe and Vice Mayor McGeorge presented plaques to former Planning
Commissioner Jim Chapin, Recreation and Parks Commissioner Jim Elkins,
and Airports Commissioners Ginnie Mistal and Eihnard Diaz and expressed
appreciation for their service as City Commissioners.
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION AWARD
(W-030-600)
On behalf of the American Public Works Association, Brian McDermott,
Siskiyou County Deputy Director of Public Works, presented Public Works
Director Galusha with the American Public Works Association's Award of
Excellence in recognition of the City's Buckeye Water Treatment Plant.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent
Calendar:
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register 22, for the period May
16, 1995, through May 30, 1995, check numbers 219942 through 220574
inclusive, in the amount of $5,312,168.19, and Payroll Register 24,
check numbers 399137 through 399881 inclusive, and electronic deposit
transactions numbers 24129 through 24343, totaling $1,227,174.00, for
the period May 7, 1995, through May 20, 1995, be approved.
TOTAL: $6,539,342.19
Treasurer's Report
- April 1995
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $ 63,289,883.62
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $205,672,451.72
Cash Reconciliation Report
- April 1995
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Administrative Services that
the Cash Reconciliation Report as of April 30, 1995, be accepted.
Ordinance No. 2128
- Amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 16.28
entitled Swimming Pools
(L-010-500-050)
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It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2128 be adopted, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding Municipal Code
Chapter 16.28 entitled Swimming Pools, thereby providing consistency
with the State's action to eliminate the requirement for door alarms or
an isolation fence and respond to the local desire for clarification of
property-line fencing construction standards.
Ordinance No. 2129
- Amending Redding Municipal Code Chapter 18.50 Uses
Requiring Use Permits, 18.70 Permits, and 18.76 Revocation of Permit or
Variance
(L-010-390 & L-010-410 & L-050-500-050)
It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2129 be adopted, an ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending portions of Redding
Municipal Code Chapter 18, Zoning, specifically amendments to Chapter
18.50 Uses Requiring Use Permits, 18.70 Permits, and 18.76 Revocation of
Permit or Variance.
Resolutions
- re Cost-of-Living Increases for Non-Represented Employees
(P-100-320)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 95-131
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
rescinding Resolution No. 95-091 as of midnight, July 1, 1995, and
establishing a new Executive Management Pay-for-Performance Salary Plan
for Unrepresented Employees effective July 2, 1995, and June 30, 1996,
providing for the following: 1) 3.5 percent salary adjustment
effective July 2, 1995; 2) 3.5 percent salary adjustment effective June
30, 1996; 3) Additional 5 percent increase for the positions of Fire
Chief, Director of Development Services, and Director of Personnel
effective July 2, 1995; and 4) Salary ranges for Chief of Police,
Police Captain, Police Lieutenant and Police Training Supervisor will be
adjusted by 5 percent effective June 30, 1996.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 95-132 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding
Resolution No. 94-399 as of midnight, July 1, 1995, and establishing a
new Non-Exempt Schedule of Classifications and Hourly Wage Rates thereby
providing for a 3.5 percent adjustment in each fiscal year effective
July 2, 1995, and June 30, 1996.
It is also recommended that Resolution No. 95-133 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing a new
Schedule of Part-Time Employee Classifications and Wage Rates/Ranges for
Unrepresented Employees providing for a 3.5 percent adjustment effective
July 2, 1995, and June 30, 1996.
Offer to Sell Land
- By Bernice Crabbe (Southwest Oregon Gulch area)
(C-070-010)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City
Council direct staff to prepare a letter declining Bernice Crabbe's
offer to sell property to the City located in the Southwest Oregon Gulch
area.
Confirmation of Prior City Council Action
- re Property Dedicated by the
Estate of R. V. Christensen for the realignment of Eastside Road
* (C-070-010 & C-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City
Council confirm the City Council's action of May 5, 1986, approving an
exchange of land with the Estate of R. V. Christensen on Eastside Road
involving the dedication of land by the Christensen Estate for the
realignment of Eastside Road for the remainder of a parcel the City
purchased for right-of-way and direct staff to complete said exchange.
Phase I Study of Parkview Avenue Property
(C-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City
Council authorize the Redding Redevelopment Agency to perform a Phase I
study of the City's property on Parkview Avenue to identify contaminated
areas or hazardous conditions.
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Resolution - re City of Redding Rules and Regulations for Implementation
of the California Relocation Assistance Law and Property Acquisition
Procedure
(C-070-010-700)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Resolution
No. 95-134 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding adopting the City of Redding Rules and Regulations for
implementation of the California Relocation Assistance Law and Property
Acquisition Procedure.
Update-Acquisition of Property
- 2357 Abernathy Lane owned by Brent V.
Collins
(C-070-010)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City
Council accept the report regarding Dr. Brent Collins decision not to
sell his property at 2357 Abernathy Lane.
Report
- re City Surplus Property
(C-070-200)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City
Council accept the report regarding City Surplus Property as of May 1,
1995.
Quarterly Transaction Listing
- Purchases between $5,000 and $25,000
approved by the City Manager for the period January 1995 through March
1995
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Administrative Services that
the City Council accept the Transaction Listing of items between $5,000
and $25,000 approved by the City Manager for the period January 1995
through March 1995.
Planning and Community Development Monthly Status Report
(A-050-250)
It is the recommendation of the Acting Planning Director that the
Planning and Community Development Department's Monthly Status Report
through April 1995 for the following work areas be accepted: (1)
Annexations; (2) Zoning, Subdivision, and General Plan Amendments; (3)
Building and Population; and (4) Housing Assistance and
Rehabilitation.
Tentative Subdivision Map S-2-95
- River Meadows Estates Subdivision, by
Signature Northwest
(S-101-015)
It is the recommendation of the Acting Planning Director that the City
Council accept the report containing the map and conditions of approval
for Tentative Subdivision Map S-2-95, River Meadows Estates Subdivision,
by Signature Northwest, granting permission to create five single-family
residential lots on property located between Nicolet Lane and North
Bonnyview Road west of Elm Lane.
Air Quality Grant Agreement
- Fiscal Year 1995-96
(G-100 & E-020-010)
It is the recommendation of the Acting Planning Director that the City
Council accept the Air Quality Management Work Program for Fiscal Year
1995-96 and authorize the City Manager to enter into a grant agreement
with the Air Quality Management District to accomplish these tasks.
Accelerated 1995 MSR Assessments
(B-130-070 & E-120-500)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that the City
Council direct the Finance Department to transfer the requisite
$1,300,000 from Account 142-852-2231 to Account 142-855-2883 to provide
for accelerated 1995 payments to Modesto-Santa Clara-Redding (MSR) upon
receipt of the supplemental invoice from the MSR Controller.
Resolution
- Contract with Various Public Entities for Funding of
Maintenance Work at the Shasta Dam Power Project
(E-120-070-600)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that
Resolution No. 95-135 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
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the City of Redding approving entering into Contract No. 94-SAO-00047
for funding of maintenance work at the Shasta Powerplant, by and between
the following parties: United States Department of Energy, Western Area
Power Administration, Central Valley Project, California, United States
Department of Interior Bureau of Reclamation Central Valley Project,
California, City of Alameda, City of Biggs, City of Gridley, City of
Healdsburg, City of Lodi, City of Lompoc, Northern California Power
Agency, City of Palo Alto, Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative,
Inc., City of Redding, City of Roseville, City of Santa Clara,
Sacramento Municipal Utility District, San Francisco Bay Area Rapid
Transit District, Turlock Irrigation District, and City of Ukiah.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for Recreation Programs
* (B-130-070 & R-006-650)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Community Services that
Resolution No. 95-136 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving and adopting the 64th amendment to City
Budget Resolution No. 94-199 appropriating $33,000 for authorization to
fund recreation programs for contracted instructors and game officials.
Resolution
- re Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force Budget for 1995-
96
(P-150-150)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that Resolution No. 95-137
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving the fiscal year 1995-96 budget for the Shasta Interagency
Narcotics Task Force.
Cardroom License Application
- by Thomas Trombatore
(L-070-030)
It is the recommendation of the Police Chief that the City Council
authorize the issuance of a cardroom license to Thomas Trombatore, owner
and operator of the City Limits Tavern, for three card tables.
Resolution
- Prohibiting Parking for Air Show '95 at Redding Municipal
Airport on July 1 and 2, 1995
(P-030-250 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that Resolution No.
95-138 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding prohibiting parking at the Air Show 1995 Celebration at Redding
Municipal Airport on July 1 and 2, 1995.
Request for Aviation Day
- by Benton Experimental Aircraft Association
on June 18, 1995, at Benton Airpark
(A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Airports Director that the City Council
approve the Benton Experimental Aircraft Association's request to
conduct Aviation Day 1995 at Benton Airpark on June 18, 1995, contingent
upon review by the City Attorney and Risk Manager as to proof of
adequate insurance.
Resolution
- Authorizing purchase of automated refuse containers
(B-050-100 & S-020-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of General Services that
Resolution No. 95-139 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding authorizing the purchase of 485 automated refuse
containers through the City of Manteca's contract with Toter, Inc.
pursuant to Redding Municipal Code Section 4.20.080 A.4., and
authorizing the City Manager to sign the appropriate documentation.
Funds for this purchase are budgeted in Solid Waste for the procurement
of these containers.
Notice of Completion
- Bid Schedule No. 2904, Installation of
Communications Equipment-Corporation Yard
(B-050-020 & C-175-825 & C-050-100-040)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2904 (Job No. 2001-83), installation of communications
equipment-Corporation Yard, awarded to Gaynor Telesystems, Inc., be
accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the City Clerk be authorized
to file a Notice of Completion. The final contract price is $79,049.92.
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Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 2818, Corporation Yard
(B-050-020 & C-050-100-040)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2818 (Job No. 2001), Corporation Yard, awarded to Clark &
Sullivan Contractors, be accepted as satisfactorily completed, and the
City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The final
contract price is $9,411,404.53.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2927, Liquid Aluminum Sulfate
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2927 (Job No. 5203-15), liquid aluminum sulfate for fiscal
year 1995-96, be awarded to Sierra Chemical Company of Sparks, Nevada,
in the amount of $143.17 per ton. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2931, Water Meters
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2931 (Job No. 5204-15), water meters for fiscal year 1995-
96, be awarded to Badger Meter Inc., of San Jose, California, for Items
1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 and to Schlumberger Industries of Laguna Hills,
California, for Items 3, 4, 5 and 9. Funds for these purchases have
been requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2928, Liquid Cationic Polymer
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2928, liquid cationic polymer for fiscal year 1995-96, be
awarded to Calgon Corporation of Pittsburg, in the amount of $0.347 per
pound. Funds for these purchases have been requested in the 1995-96
budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2930, Blended Sodium Phosphate
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2930 (Job No. 5203-15), blended sodium phosphate for fiscal
year 1995-96, be awarded to The Pressnell Group of Half Moon Bay, in the
amount of $6.40 per gallon. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2921, Ferric Chloride
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2921 (Job No. 5330-35), ferric chloride for fiscal year
1995-96, be awarded to Kemiron Pacific, Inc. in the amount of $364 per
dry ton delivered, plus tax. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2922, Liquid Sulfur Dioxide
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2922 (Job No. 5330-33 and 5340-33), liquid sulfur dioxide
for fiscal year 1995-96, be awarded to All Pure Chemical Co. in the
amount of $514 per ton for 1-4, one-ton containers, and $494 per ton for
five or more containers delivered, plus tax. Funds for these purchases
have been requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2923, Liquid Sodium Bisulfite
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2923 (Job No. 5330-33), liquid sodium bisulfite for fiscal
year 1995-96, be awarded to Sierra Chemical Co. in the amounts of $1.15
per gallon for 2500 gallons, $1.22 per gallon for 2000 gallons, and
$1.35 per gallon for 1500 gallons. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2924, Lime
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2924 (Job No. 5330-34 and 5203-15), lime for fiscal year
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1995-96, be awarded to Chemical Lime, Co. in the amount of $114.75 per
dry ton delivered, plus tax. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2929, Liquid Chlorine
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2929 (Job No. 5203-15, 5330-32), liquid chlorine for fiscal
year 1995-96, be awarded to All Pure Chemical Company of Tracy,
California, in the amount of $395 per ton for ten or more tons, $404 per
ton for five to nine tons, and $414 per ton for one to four tons
delivered, plus tax. Funds for these purchases have been requested in
the 1995-96 budget.
Award of Bid
- Bid Schedule No. 2932, Rock and Mineral Products
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Bid
Schedule No. 2932, rock and mineral products for fiscal year 1995-96, be
awarded to J. F. Shea for Items 2, 5, 6, and 10, to Northstate Asphalt
for Items 1, 3, 4, and 8, to Morgan Emultech for Item 11 and to Fawndale
Rock & Asphalt for Items 7 and 9. Funds for these purchases have been
requested in the 1995-96 budget.
Acceptance of Improvements
- Stillwater Heights Park, by Mygrant Real
Estate and Development
(P-050 & S-100-706-300)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that
improvements to Stillwater Heights Park, developed by Ron Mygrant of
Mygrant Real Estate and Development, be accepted as satisfactorily
completed, the City Clerk instructed to file a Notice of Completion with
the Shasta County Recorder, and staff directed to begin the process of
reimbursement to Mygrant Real Estate and Development.
Resolution
- Appropriating Funds for City's Contribution to Traffic
Signal at Canyon Road and State Route 273
Resolution
- Approving Agreement with Caltrans for Traffic Signal
Improvements at Canyon Road/State Highway Route 273
* (B-130-070 & T-080-700)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Resolution
No. 95-140 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 66th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 94-199 appropriating $25,000 for the City's contribution
with Caltrans for the Canyon Road/State Route 273 Traffic Signal.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 95-141 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving entering
into Contribution Agreement No. 02F632 between the City of Redding and
the State of California, Department of Transportation, for the Canyon
Road/State Highway Route 273 Traffic Signal Improvements.
Subdivision Agreement Extension
- Forest Homes Subdivision, Phase 3
(S-100-208)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that the City
Council approve Donald Lynn's request to extend the Subdivision
Agreement for Forest Homes Subdivision, Phase 3, an additional 90 days,
to allow for the completion of improvements.
Initiate Assessment District Proceedings
- Westside Road Sewer
Assessment District
(A-170-100)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that the City
Council authorize staff to initiate assessment district proceedings for
sewer system improvements along Westside Road (Westside Road Sewer
Assessment District).
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 95-142 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and
adopting the 65th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 94-199
appropriating $10,000 for preliminary engineering for property Westside
Road Sewer Assessment District.
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Resolution - Preliminary Approving Engineer's Report and Setting Public
Meeting and Public Hearing re Wilshire Drive Area Waterline Assessment
District No. 1994-1
Resolution
- Inviting Sealed Proposals for the Construction of the
Wilshire Drive Area Waterline Assessment District No. 1994-1 (Bid
Schedule No. 2949)
(A-170-150-965 & B-050-020)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Public Works that Resolution
No. 95-143 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving Engineer's Report and setting July 18, 1995, as the
informational hearing and August 1, 1995, as the public hearing of
protests for Wilshire Drive Area Waterline Assessment District No. 1994-
1.
It is further recommended that Resolution No. 95-144 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding inviting sealed
proposals for construction of the Wilshire Drive Area Waterline
Assessment District No. 1994-1 (Bid Schedule No. 2949).
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be
accepted, 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
Ordinance Nos. 2128, 2129 and Resolution Nos. 95-131, 95-132, 95-133,
95-134, 95-135, 95-136, 95-137, 95-138, 95-139, 95-140, 95-141, 95-142,
95-143, and 95-144 are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC HEARING
- re General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-95, by
Redding Transport & Distribution Systems (1156 Continental Street)
(G-030-010)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public
hearing regarding General Plan Amendment Application GPA-1-95.
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 24, 1995
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Acting Planning Director Keaney stated that Redding Transport and
Distribution System has requested that the General Plan on property
located at 1156 Continental Street be amended from "Office" to "Service
Commercial." The Planning Commission, at its meeting of March 28,
1995, expanded the boundaries for consideration to include an additional
three properties adjacent to the site. The Planning Commission, at its
meeting of April 25, 1995, recommended denial of the request. The
Commission did recommend that the existing land-use agreement, allowing
operation of the freight-transfer terminal, be extended for two years.
Mr. Keaney related that the site is currently utilized by Redding
Transport as a freight-transfer terminal, which was established by Use
Permit UP-44-92. The use permit was authorized by a Land-Use Agreement
which stipulates that the use is temporary and is approved for a period
not to exceed 33 months from the effective date of August 7, 1992. The
Land-Use Agreement approach was used since a freight-transfer terminal
use cannot be found to be consistent with the "Office" General Plan
classification. He explained that approval of the General Plan
amendment request would enable the applicant to continue operations as a
freight-transfer terminal subject to obtaining a new use permit. The
parcel immediately to the north is occupied by Redding Printing and
North State Ice Company. Both of these uses are also inconsistent with
the "Office" General Plan classification.
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Mr. Keaney noted that staff has received two telephone complaints
regarding the use of Eureka Way, adjacent to the site, for the temporary
parking of trailers prior to unloading them at the loading dock after
notice of the Planning Commission hearing; however, no one spoke in
opposition to the request at the Planning Commission hearing. Staff has
also received complaints regarding the parking of ice company trucks and
ice-loading activities which occur on Continental Street.
Mr. Keaney stated that it is the opinion of staff that the nonconforming
status of the use was made clear back in 1992 and that the land-use
agreement clearly shows that all parties recognize that the use as a
freight terminal must cease. Therefore, it is the recommendation of
staff and the Planning Commission that the City Council deny the request
to amend the General Plan. Concerning the land-use agreement extension,
staff recommends extending the agreement for nine months, but, as noted,
the Planning Commission believes a two-year extension is appropriate.
If the City Council concurs with the Planning Commission, staff should
be directed to prepare an amended agreement and the City Manager should
be authorized to sign that agreement.
Mr. Keaney noted that legal counsel for the property owner has informed
the City that the tenant has given notice they will be vacating the
premises.
City Manager Warren concurred with extending the agreement for a nine-
month period, thereby enabling the Downtown Committee to consider this
area and develop a recommendation for the City Council's consideration.
John Joyce, attorney representing the property owners, related that
Motor Cargo has notified the landlord it will be vacating the premises
by July 15, 1995. He related that the property does not lend itself to
retail space. He noted that the ice plant, which is a grandfathered
use, has recently completed a $800,000 remodeling and is not likely to
be moving in the near future. He opined that if the amendment is not
approved, the property will probably remain vacant for a considerable
length of time. Furthermore, he did not believe it would be possible to
locate a tenant unless a five-year lease could be offered. He,
therefore, requested that the agreement be extended for five years and
offered to provide input to the General Plan Committee when it reviews
this area of the General Plan.
Dan Gonzales, owner of 1112, 1114, 1116 and 1118 Continental Street,
stated his opposition to the proposed General Plan Amendment. He
related that commercial vehicles in the area block alley passage, double
park, block the view of northbound traffic on Continental Street, and
park in the residential area. He requested that the City Council deny
the requested amendment.
Frank Saunders, representing the property owner, stated his father
originally built the facility for Foremost/McKesson Company in the
1950s, prior to the residential development. He stated it is preferable
to maintain a tenant in the facility, rather than having an vacant
building which would be subject to vandalism. He stated that they will
be attempting to market the property and should a possible tenant be
located, they will work toward meeting the conditions imposed by the
City.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there were no additional individuals present
wishing to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing.
Council Member Murray requested staff to investigate Mr. Gonzales'
concerns to determine if Northstate Ice might be in violation of their
Use Permit requirements.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member R.
Anderson, to continue consideration of General Plan Amendment
Application GPA-1-95, by Redding Transport & Distribution Systems, for
nine months and extend the applicant's Use Agreement for said period,
thereby allowing the Downtown Committee to make a recommendation on the
property's General Plan designation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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Council Member R. Anderson requested that Mr. Gonzales receive
notification when the Downtown Committee will be reviewing this area so
he may participate in the proceedings.
SHASTA BUILDERS EXCHANGE REQUEST FOR FEE WAIVER
City Manager Warren explained that the Shasta Builders Exchange
(Exchange) has committed to a $1,200,000 donation to the Turtle Bay Park
and Museum Project. Members have pledged individually and are now
embarking on a project which entails soliciting donations for
participation in a drawing to win a home which will be built by the
Exchange. All proceeds from the drawing will be applied toward the
donation.
Mr. Warren related that the Exchange has requested the City to waive all
fees for this project. The City's fees are as follows: building permit
- $700; plan check - $455; State seismic motion fee - $21; electrical
permit - $88; plumbing permit - $110; mechanical permit - $44; Capital
Improvement Fee - $200; Storm Drain Fee - $200; Park Development Fee -
$300; electrical connection charge - $100; water meter - $55; Traffic
Impact Fee - $800; sewer connection fee $2,111; water connection fee -
$1,760, for a total of $6,944.
Mr. Warren stated that he is not normally in favor of waiving fees for a
project; however, he considers this to be a worthwhile investment which
could pay dividends. He indicated that if the Turtle Bay Project is
successful, it will be due to the collective efforts of the entire
community through donations and fundraisers such as this. The project
will reap dividends for the City through sales tax, hotel tax, notoriety
and image. He believed the waiver of the $6,944 in fees could come back
many fold to the City.
Mr. Warren noted that if the City Council decides to waive the fees, the
City Attorney has advised that the General Fund fees, through the City
Council's action, would not be collected and the Enterprise Funds, such
as sewer and water connection fees, Traffic Impact Fees, Park
Development Fees, etc., would need to be reimbursed by the General Fund.
Mr. Warren recommended that the City Council enthusiastically support
the Exchange's efforts and waive the requested fees and continue to do
whatever the City can to make the Turtle Bay Park and Museum Project a
reality.
Kent Dagg, representing the Exchange, clarified that the $1,200,000
commitment that the construction industry has made to Turtle Bay is a
group effort between the Shasta Builders Exchange, Associated General
Contractors and the American Subcontractors Association. He stressed
that this is a drawing, not a raffle. The drawing will occur on
November 20, 1995, for the $250,000 residence located in Country
Heights. The Exchange hopes to net approximately $500,000 through
ticket donations. He stated the drawing will set two records in
Redding: single largest fund raiser; and single largest prize. He
related that Shasta County Superintendent of Schools Charlie Menoher has
presented a favorable comment to the School Board regarding the waiver
of the school fees associated with the project.
Carl Arness expressed concern regarding the precedent which would be set
if the City Council were to approve the Shasta Builders Exchange's
request and stressed the importance of making consistent decisions.
Council Member McGeorge stated it is the City Council's charge to take
each individual request and weigh its merits. He opined that the
positive aspects of this particular request far outweigh the negative
aspects.
Council Member Murray did not like the inequity created between the
various City departments by waiving the associated building fees. He
recommended charging the fees, but deferring collection until the
Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
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Council Member P. Anderson viewed the request as a .01 percent increase
in the budget which could be transferred out through the museum's
support budget.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, to approve the Shasta Builders Exchange's request to waive all
City fees ($6,944) associated with the building of a home in Country
Heights as part of its fund- raising project for the Turtle Bay Park and
Museum.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - R. Anderson, P. Anderson, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Murray
Absent: Council Members - None
EMERGENCY ROADSIDE CALL BOX PROGRAM
(P-150)
City Manager Warren recalled the City Council, at its meeting of May 23,
1995, directed staff to prepare a survey to be sent out in the utility
bills to determine public opinion regarding the issue of Emergency
Roadside Call Boxes. He recommended that the City Council direct staff
to include the article and survey, as depicted in the Report to City
Council dated May 31, 1995, incorporated herein by reference, in the
June issue of the Redding Report.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
Murray, to cancel the survey and requested staff to place the Emergency
Roadside Call Box Program back on the June 20, 1995, agenda for
consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
COMMITTEE TO ADDRESS CRIME TREND IN REDDING
(P-150-150 & B-080-600)
Mayor Kehoe explained that as Mayor, he has gained a wider perspective
of the problems facing the City on a daily basis. He related that
people are concerned about maintaining the high quality of life and are
willing to assist and be part of the solution. He requested that the
City Manager develop a concept paper for the City Council's
consideration this evening which would get the community involved in
solving problems associated with crime.
City Manager Warren related the City Council has taken significant steps
in recent months and has planned carefully through financial plans in
the Enterprise Funds and, most recently, in the General Fund. Through
these plans, the City can predict fairly accurately, not only where it
is today, but where it will be in the future.
Mr. Warren provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June
1, 1995, incorporated herein by reference, which described some of the
City's recent undertakings: update of the General Plan; one-stop
building permit process which will improve the City's economic
development viability, etc.
Mr. Warren explained that all of this planning is good for the community
and it is most certainly the direction the City should be taking; yet,
these plans must be built on a strong foundation that does not take for
granted one of the most important criteria for a good community:
feeling safe. He believed the community must come together and
recognize the crime problem and begin to plan for a solution in this
area for two reasons: 1) crime is on the increase throughout the
country and Redding is no different that any other growing and
prospering city; and 2) very limited financial resources. The
community can no longer rely just on the police department to fight
crime.
Mr. Warren envisioned a committee of citizens, representatives from
business, and departments of the City discussing how each group in the
community can work together on a plan which will help the crime
situation. The community must realize there are things being done which
cause crime to increase and it must be changed.
Mr. Warren suggested that the City Council discuss this concept and
begin thinking about representation on a committee which would meet for
no longer than six months and develop a plan which would make
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suggestions to the City Council on where emphasis should be placed and
what the community needs to change in order to reverse the crime trend.
He believed that if the community fails to address this important
issue, the parks, the libraries, and the economic development program
and all the other good things that the City has planned for will, at
best, be compromised and, at worst, be jeopardized.
Mayor Kehoe related there are numerous men and women within the
community who can assist in developing creative solutions to the
problem. He questioned whether the City Council supported the concept
of forming such a committee.
Council Member Murray noted the Police Department is currently involved
in 19 separate activities. He explained in 1986 the Mayor appointed a
Public Safety panel and all the recommendations of that panel were
implemented. In 1991, the Mayor appointed another panel and, to date,
only two of the five recommendations have been implemented. He saw no
purpose in appointing a task force if the recommendations are not
implemented. He related the last panel recommended the elected leaders
get involved in the priority setting process. He noted that the Police
Department has requested POST to conduct an audit of their management
functions, which should be completed in late June or early July. He
recommended the following: 1) Defer action until adoption of the 1995-
96 budget, as citizens panels are expensive; 2) Wait until the results
of the POST management audit are available; and 3) The City Council
serve as this panel.
Council Member R. Anderson strongly supported the City Manager's
recommendation. He did not believe any number of policemen would
eliminate crime. He viewed the committee's charge as ascertaining the
root problem and trying to resolve it.
Council Member P. Anderson conveyed that when she was running for City
Council, the Police Chief had indicated that no amount of money would
assist with crime without the participation of the community. She
supported the formation of the committee.
Council Member McGeorge recommended that the largest part of the
committee's study should involve the coordination of the 19 various
programs involving the Police Department which currently exist.
Mayor Kehoe believed it was time for the community to take control of
its own destiny and become involved in assisting to solve this community
problem.
Council Member Murray questioned the validity for appointing a committee
when the recommendations of the previous committee have not been
implemented.
Council Member R. Anderson stated his only constraint for not
implementing the committee's recommendations would be budgetary.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
P. Anderson, to direct the Mayor and City Manager to develop a plan for
forming the proposed committee to address the crime trend in Redding,
including its composition and the selection process, for the City
Council's consideration. Said committee's plan shall include the
coordination of other similar programs and groups already in existence.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - R. Anderson, P. Anderson, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Murray
Absent: Council Members - None
REDDING RANCHERIA STATUS REPORT
(W-030-500)
City Manager Warren recalled the City Council requested staff to provide
a status update at this meeting regarding the finalization of a water
service agreement with the Redding Rancheria. He stated that
negotiations are progressing well and he is confident that the two
parties will be able to work through the money issues.
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Mr. Warren related that minutes of previous City Council meetings do not
reflect any discussion as to if the City wants a long-term agreement
with the Redding Rancheria and recommended that possibly this discussion
occur prior to the agreement being finalized.
Council Member Murray believed the City Council was prepared to enter
into a long-term agreement under certain terms and conditions, i.e.
building compliance, etc.
Council Member R. Anderson concurred. He believed development will
occur on the Rancheria with or without the City's involvement. He
conveyed it might be harder and more costly for development to occur
without the City's participation and indicated the City might be able to
provide guidance which meets the City's objectives and better meets the
Rancheria's needs.
Mayor Kehoe stated the original decision to extend water service to the
Rancheria was under health and safety assistance. He stated he would
want to perform a comprehensive review of the agreement based on the
staff report before agreeing to extend a full line of services to the
Rancheria.
Council Member R. Anderson liked the full service concept but reiterated
that the City needs to be reimbursed for its costs.
Council Member McGeorge requested a copy of the draft agreement prior to
the Friday before the City Council meeting.
Mr. Warren stated he would provide the City Council with a copy of the
latest draft agreement.
This was an informational item and no action was required.
At the hour of 8:12 p.m., Mayor Kehoe declared the meeting recessed.
At the hour of 8:27 p.m., Mayor Kehoe reconvened the meeting to regular
session.
CITY-OWNED RENTAL PROPERTY
- 9749 Abernathy Lane
(C-070-100)
Assistant City Manager Perry recalled that the City acquired property
located at 9749 Abernathy Lane at a total cost of $144,948.80. The
property consists of 4.6 acres improved with a 1500-square foot 2
bedroom, 2 bath single-family residence. The former owner has purchased
a replacement dwelling, relocation is complete, and the property is now
vacant.
Mr. Perry noted that the acquisition costs were approximately $25,000
less than initially estimated; therefore, it is the recommendation of
staff that the City Council authorize the expenditure of approximately
$2,000 for cleaning and painting to prepare the property for rental and
direct staff to retain a property management firm to rent and manage the
property on behalf of the City.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, to authorize the expenditure of the necessary funds to prepare
the property at 9749 Abernathy Lane for rental and direct staff to
retain a property management firm to rent and manage the property on
behalf of the City. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
- April 1995
(B-130-070)
Director of Administrative Services Starman provided an overview of the
Report to City Council dated May 25, 1995, incorporated herein by
reference, which detailed the Monthly Financial Report for April 1995.
In summary, revenue is 5.3 percent above projections and expenditures to
date are 5.9 percent below staff's original projections.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
P. Anderson, to accept the Monthly Financial Report for April 1995. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S COMMUNICATION AND SINGLE AUDIT REPORTS
- Fiscal
Year Ended June 30, 1994
(F-205)
Mayor Kehoe advised that this item had been removed from the agenda and
would be considered at the June 20, 1995, meeting.
RESOLUTION
- Appropriating Funds for Redding Municipal Airport Debt
Service Payments
* (B-130-070 & D-050 & A-090-100)
Director of Administrative Services Starman related that the City
Council, at its meeting of June 1, 1993, authorized the issuance of
$3,470,000 in Lease Revenue Bonds to be used for the construction of a
public safety communication center (SHASCOM), convention center
improvements and airport improvements. He explained that the scope of
work at the convention center was less than originally planned which
lowered the amount of bond proceeds required by the convention center.
The excess bond proceeds were used at the airport to reduce the
contribution required by other funds toward the Airport Industrial Park
project. He stated that due to the change in the use of the bond
proceeds, the debt service payments for the current year have increased
by $12,530 for the Municipal Airport Fund and decreased by $12,530 in
the Development Fund where the debt service was originally budgeted.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt the
necessary resolution appropriating $12,530 for additional Airport debt
service and reducing the Development Fund debt service by $12,530.
MOTION: Made by Council Member P. Anderson, seconded by Council Member
McGeorge, that Resolution No. 95-145 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 67th
amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 94-199 appropriating $12,530 for
Municipal Airport debt service payments.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - R. Anderson, P. Anderson, McGeorge, Murray
and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 95-145 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
- re General Plan Update and Submission of
Nominees for General Plan Task Force
(G-030)
Acting Planning Director Keaney highlighted the Report to City Council
dated June 6, 1995, incorporated herein by reference, whereby the City
Council directed staff to update the City's General Plan primarily using
City staff and a two-year time frame. Staff presented a proposed scope
of work along with a funding plan and staffing plan which assumed a two-
year timeline with an additional six months for wrap-up and printing.
He explained that it was also assumed that staff would do most of the
work, a consultant would prepare the environmental impact report, and
there would be limited citizen involvement in the process to fit within
a $522,000 budget.
Mr. Keaney explained that in response to one Council Member's desire to
complete the project in less than two years, staff has been working on
an alternate work plan with a budget comparable to that previously
presented but emphasizing greater public participation, a shorter
timeline, and a staff/consultant partnership. He stated that public
participation would be accomplished by the appointment of a community-
based advisory task force and extensive outreach by staff (neighborhood
meetings, newsletters, cable call-in shows). This alternative is
accomplished by shortening the timeline to 18 months in order to
maximize staff, consultant and task force resources.
Mr. Keaney related that staff feels that the success of the alternate
program relies on the development of a General Plan team comprised of
City staff, a community-based task force, and a qualified general plan
consultant. This would not be a "consultant driven" process. It would
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be a team effort relying on the strengths of the individual components,
with the City taking the lead.
Mr. Keaney noted that the preliminary 18-month work schedule developed
by Blayney Dyett is $50,000 higher than the preliminary work plan
produced in March, for a total cost of $576,000. He related that the
added cost is reflective of only one preliminary proposal and a
competitive bid process may reduce the cost. He stated that staff wants
the City Council to be aware that it may be necessary to appropriate
additional funds at the time the consultant contract is awarded if the
project exceeds $522,000.
It is the recommendation of staff that each City Council Member submit
two nominees to the 27-member General Plan Task Force to the Mayor by
Friday, June 27, 1995. The remaining members of the Task Force would be
appointed by the Mayor utilizing nominations received from various
community organizations. It is further recommended that staff be
authorized to circulate a Request for Proposals to solicit proposals for
consultants to assist with the General Plan update and include an
additional $70,000 for consulting in the draft 1995-96 budget.
Mayor Kehoe requested that each City Council Member submit two
nominations for the task force, with the remainder of the task force
being comprised of individuals nominated by various organizations within
the community. He stated he would also appoint a Chair and Vice Chair.
Council Member Murray questioned whether the RFP would contain the Scope
of Work attached to the Report to City Council.
Mr. Keaney replied the Scope of Work would be similar to that provided
and contain the same work items noted.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Keaney explained that if the
consultant feels he is receiving conflicting direction, it will be up to
staff to meet with the task force to resolve the difference, not the
consultant.
Council Member Murray stressed the need to have the community involved
in the early stages of the General Plan update. Mr. Keaney assured that
the public would be afforded the opportunity to provide input throughout
the process.
Council Member Murray requested that land use drawings depicting
alternative land use decisions be available for the public's review at
the time of Step 5 of the Scope of Work occurs.
Mr. Keaney explained that staff would invite the public's participation
in this process through neighborhood meetings, meetings with schools and
parent groups, newspaper, and any other avenue which would generate
dialogue with the community.
Mr. Warren stated that staff would prepare a report for the City
Council's consideration which outlined a proposed course of action for
obtaining community input.
Council Member Murray inquired whether it was appropriate to include a
Planning Commissioner on this task force since the Planning Commission
has the decision making authority over the environmental impact report.
City Attorney Wingate related the Planning Commission already has
specific obligations and responsibilities which include environmental
review, General Plan review, and documentation to the City Council. He
explained that this does not exclude a Planning Commissioner from being
involved throughout the process, i.e., participating on the Task Force,
or periodic report meetings.
Council Member Murray requested that the Shasta Business Council and the
League of Women Voters be invited to provide a nomination for the Task
Force.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member R.
Anderson, authorizing staff to circulate a Request for Proposals to
solicit proposals from consultants to assist with the General Plan
update and to include an additional $70,000 for consulting in the draft
1995-96 budget. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Kehoe requested each Council Member to submit two nominees for the
task force to him by June 27, 1995. He requested staff to prepare the
letters to the various organizations requesting the submittal of a
nominee by June 27, 1995.
NAME FOR DIESTELHORST REPLACEMENT BRIDGE
(S-070-050-100)
Acting Planning Director Keaney explained that the design phase of the
Diestelhorst replacement bridge has reached the point where the project
needs an official name for reference purposes. He related the
Recreation and Parks Commission has suggested the name "Lake Redding
Park Bridge." He indicated that staff is of the opinion that the new
replacement bridge should be named after a commonly known geographic
feature of the area. He stated that the suggested name could be
shortened to "Lake Redding Bridge."
Council Member Murray recommended that future recommendations which
differ from an appointed committee or commission be placed on the
Regular Calendar portion of the agenda. Mayor Kehoe concurred with the
recommendation and requested the City Manager to implement such a
procedure.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Kehoe, to name
the Diestelhorst Replacement Bridge "Lake Redding Bridge." The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE
- Modifying Cardroom Ordinance to Add Additional Card Games
(L-070-030)
Police Captain Davidson related that Wayne Harris, owner of the Casino
Club Cardroom, has requested three additional games be added to the list
of authorized games: Hi-Hi-Lo, Asian Push Nine, and California
Baccarat. Mr. Harris believes these games will allow his business to be
more competitive and give players more options.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve Mr.
Harris' request by offering the necessary ordinance for first reading by
title only and waiving the full reading of said ordinance.
Council Member McGeorge offered Ordinance No. 2130 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Redding
Municipal Code Chapter 6.14, Card Rooms, by adding three additional card
games to Section 6.14.150, Authorized Games: Hi-Hi-Lo Poker, Asian
Poker (Push Nine), and California Baccarat.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member
Murray, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2130 be waived and the
City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION
- Approving Marketing/Leasing Policy for Redding Airport
Business Park
(A-050-060-555 & S-100-017)
Director of Airports Perry recalled that City Council Policy No. 301,
Airport Development Policies, was adopted on December 5, 1989, and sets
forth objectives and procedures for the orderly development of the
Redding Municipal Airport. To date, however, no development has
occurred. He explained that the proposed Marketing/Leasing Policy is
intended as an enhancement to Policy No. 301 and, if adopted, would
provide the following objectives with respect to the leasing of land
within the Redding Airport Business Park: 1) More specifically
establish the City's intent to compensate real estate brokers; 2)
Requantify desired rates of return in setting lease rates; and 3) Allow
"Option" and "First Right of Refusal" agreements.
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It is the recommendation of both the Airports Commission and staff that
the City Council adopt the necessary resolution approving the
Marketing/Leasing Policy for the Redding Airport Business Park.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member P.
Anderson, that Resolution No. 95-146 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding establishing and adopting a
Marketing/Leasing Policy for the Redding Airport Business Park (RABP).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - R. Anderson, P. Anderson, McGeorge, Murray
and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 95-146 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS NOT REQUIRING ACTION
LETTER
- From Bob and Helen Wright Commending Electric Department Tree
Trimmers
(A-050-125)
City Clerk Strohmayer read Bob and Helen Wright's letter of May 8, 1995,
incorporated herein by reference, commending the Electric Department
tree trimmers.
LETTER
- From Shasta Natural Science Association
(C-070-250)
City Clerk Strohmayer entered the Shasta Natural Science Association's
letter of May 25, 1995, incorporated herein by reference, into the
record expressing appreciation for the cooperative efforts involved in
the development of the restroom, drinking fountain, sign kiosk, and
entry area project at the southwest entrance to the Redding Arboretum.
PUBLIC COMMENT
- Dianna Bunney Claim
(R-100-550)
Dianna Bunney referenced her letter dated June 3, 1995, incorporated
herein by reference, outlining the City Building Department's failure to
notice and document certain major safety hazards. She stated her
purpose was to bring to light these inefficiencies in the hope of
preventing the same thing from happening in the future. She requested
recompense for the damages resulting from the City's failure to
recognize these conditions at the time of inspection. She submitted a
package for the City Council's consideration which outlined the damage
discovery time line, amount of damages and the associated bills.
Assistant City Attorney Calkins explained that Ms. Bunney has filed a
claim and that claim has been acted upon by Risk Management, therefore,
she has in essence received her answer from the City. He related that
Ms. Bunney's option at this time is to initiate litigation action
against the City. He stated this is not the proper forum to undertake a
discussion regarding the substantive facts underlying her claim,
therefore, Ms. Bunney's presentation is sufficient.
In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Calkins related that the
claims process is the appropriate forum to present such a claim. He
indicated that when a citizen is asserting a claim for damages against a
public entity, a claim must be filed which is then either accepted or
rejected. He explained that Ms. Bunney was offered a settlement of
compromise equating to approximately $1,000, which Ms. Bunney rejected.
Ms. Bunney was given notice that she filed an untimely claim and has
the ability to state the reasons the claim was submitted late. To date,
he did not believe this had been done. He related that Ms. Bunney's
next course of action would be to begin legal proceedings.
Ms. Bunney related that her letter requesting to appear before the City
Council explained that the residence had to be gutted and reconstructed,
therefore, all the problems were not noted during the one-year period.
Mr. Warren clarified that items which could potentially result in legal
action against the City are not placed on the agenda to eliminate the
risk of discussion occurring which may damage the City's case. He
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stated staff would be happy to review the case if the City Council so
desired.
Mr. Murray stressed that he is not suggesting there was any merit to Ms.
Bunney's claim; however, he expressed concern about the system whereby a
citizen, under certain circumstances, does not have the ability to
request assistance from the City Council when problems are encountered
with City staff.
CLOSED SESSION
- re Connie M. Hiller v. City of Redding, et al
(L-100)
Mayor Kehoe related that the City Council would adjourn to closed
session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to
discuss existing litigation: Connie M. Hiller v. City of Redding, et
al., Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 30148.
At the hour of 9:19 p.m., Mayor Kehoe adjourned the meeting to closed
session.
At the hour of 10:00 p.m., Mayor Kehoe reconvened the meeting to regular
session.
No reportable action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:00 p.m., Mayor Kehoe
declared the meeting adjourned to 8:30 a.m., Monday, June 19, 1995, at
City Hall Conference Room A, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California,
for a City Council Budget Study Workshop.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk