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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1997-01-21 12 Redding City Council, Regular Meeting City Council Chambers 1313 California Street Redding, California January 21, 1997 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by Police Chief Bob Blankenship. The invocation was offered by Pastor Benjamin Pent, Westside Church of Redding. The meeting was called to order by Mayor McGeorge with the following City Council Members present: P. Anderson, R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray and McGeorge. Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, City Attorney Wingate, Public Works Director Galusha,Police Chief Blankenship, Development Services Director Swanson, Administrative Services Director Starman, Principal Planner Keaney, Electric Utility Rates & Economic Analyst Graves, Management Analyst Dent, City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rudolph. CONSENT CALENDAR Approval of Minutes - Adjourned Regular Meeting of October 9, 1996 Regular Meeting of October 15, 1996 Regular Meeting of November 5, 1996 Special Meeting of November 7, 1996 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register (A-050-100-500) It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 14, for the period January 7, 1997, through January 17, 1997, check numbers 243263 through 243769 inclusive, in the amount of$3,915,799.85, and Payroll Register No. 14, for the period December 29, 1996, through January 11, 1997, check numbers 431168 through 431737 inclusive, and electronic deposit transaction numbers 34739 through 35072, totaling $1,348,441.10, be approved. TOTAL: $5,264,240.95 Ordinance No, 2167-Adding Chapter 6.39 to the Redding Municipal Code re Downtown Redding Business Improvement District (A-70-015-002) It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2167 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding, California, adding Chapter 6.39 to the Redding Municipal Code, establishing the Downtown Redding Business Improvement District. Ordinance No. 2168 - Adding Chapter 11.44 to the Redding Municipal Code re Special Events (P-010-050) It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2168 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding adding Chapter 11.44, Special Events, to the Redding Municipal Code. Status Report - re Proposition 62 (L-040-3 00) It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council accept the Report to City Council dated January 16, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, containing an update on Proposition 62. Additions to HOME Downpayment Assistance Program (G-100-075-100) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council approve additions to the HOME Downpayment Assistance Program Policy and Deed of Trust as outlined in the Report to City Council dated January 21, 1997, incorporated herein by reference. Redding Redevelopment Agency's Annual Report - Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1996 (R-030-075-010) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council accept the Redding Redevelopment Agency's Annual Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1996. 01/21/97 • 13 Sale of Surplus Gas Turbines (E-120-150) It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council accept the proposal received from Robert F. Naples Associates, Inc. to purchase one the surplus gas turbines for $250,000, subject to the principles set forth in the letter dated January 14, 1997, incorporated herein by reference. It is further understood that if another offer is submitted prior to execution of the sales agreement, the City could take the other offer. It is further recommended that the proceeds from the sale be deposited in the Debt Reduction Fund. Purchasing Transaction Listing- Fourth Quarter 1996 (B-050-100) It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council accept the Transaction Listing for Purchases between $5,000 and $25,000 made during fourth quarter 1996. .Property/Boiler and Machinery Insurance -Redding Power Plant (R-100-375-550 & E-090-140-650) It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council authorize the purchase of property/boiler and machinery insurance for 1997-98 with Hartford Steam Boiler at the premium of$228,494, the same premium paid in 1996-97. Amendment to Lease Agreement -Northern California Dragstrip Association (C-070-100 & A-090-100) It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council approve the amendment to the lease agreement with the Northern California Dragstrip Association clarifying that the Northern California Dragstrip Association would be responsible for the possessory interest tax. Development Services Department's Monthly Activity Report - Through December 1996 (A-050-250) It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council accept the Development Services Department's Monthly Activity Report through December 1996. Property Exchange Agreement and Joint Maintenance. Operations, and Use Agreement - Columbia School District (C-070-010 &P-050) It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign the Property Exchange Agreement and Joint Maintenance, Operations, and Use Agreement between the City of Redding and Columbia School District relative to the reconfiguration of the Hacienda Heights park site. Resolution-Appropriating Funds from the Water Utility Fund for the Relocation of the City Water Mains prior to Caltrans/State Route 273 Rehabilitation Project * (B-130-070 & W-030-725) It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 97-012 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 21st amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 96-130 appropriating: (1) $130,000 for replacement of water lines along State Route 273; and (2) accepting $122,750 in revenue. MOTION: Made by Council Member R. 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, R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray and McGeorge Noes: Council Members -None Absent: Council Members -None Resolution No. 97-012 and Ordinance Nos. 2167 and 2168 are on file in the office of the City Clerk. 01/21/97 14 PUBLIC HEARING-re Proposed Sale of Redding Redevelopment Agency Property (1620 Canby Road) (R-030-050) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor McGeorge opened the public hearing regarding the proposed sale of the Redding Redevelopment Agency's property located at 1620 Canby Road. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication -Notice of Public Hearing Staff recommendation dated January 21, 1997 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated January 21, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the proposed sale of the Redding Redevelopment Agency's (Agency) property located at 1620 Canby Road. He explained that the Agency declined Christopher J. Corrigan's offer to purchase the property for $88,950 and directed staff to offer the property at its appraised market value of$97,000 with the Agency paying any existing liens or assessments on the property. Subsequently, Mr. Corrigan agreed to the Agency's offer and has signed a Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement. Mr. Perry explained that Section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code requires that the sale of property acquired in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, with tax increment monies, must be approved by the legislative body by resolution after a public hearing. In addition, the resolution approving the sale must find that the sale of the property will assist in the elimination of blight or provide housing for low-or moderate-income persons, and is consistent with the implementation plan for the Redevelopment Project Area. He stated that the resolution must also contain one of the following findings: That the consideration is not less than the fair market value at its highest and best use in accordance with the redevelopment plan; or that the consideration is not less than the fair reuse value at the use and with the covenants and conditions and development costs authorized by the sale. He explained that the fair market value and the fair reuse value of the property are the same, $97,500, inclusive of any bonds or assessments currently placed on the property by the City. He indicated that the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement meets this value. Mr. Perry stated that the requirement to assist in the elimination of blight is addressed in the Summary of Disposition Report contained in the Report to City Council. Mr. Perry explained that the sale of the property is consistent with the implementation plan and the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement is not less than the fair market value of the property at its highest and best use in accordance with the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Plan. It is, therefore, the recommendation of staff that following the public hearing that the City Council adopt the resolution making the necessary findings and approving the proposed sale of the property to Mr. Corrigan. Mayor McGeorge determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on this matter and closed the public hearing. MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member P. Anderson, that Resolution No. 97-013 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the sale of the Redding Redevelopment Agency property located at 1620 Canby Road to Christopher J. Corrigan, Trustee of the Christopher J. Corrigan 1995 Family Trust. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray, and McGeorge Noes: Council Members -None Absent: Council Members -None Resolution No. 97-013 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. • 01/21/97 15 PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-10-96, by Laura Baker (Southwest corner of Browning Street and Lancers Lane) (L-010-230) The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor McGeorge opened the public hearing regarding Rezoning Application RZ-10-96. 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 January 8, 1997 City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received. Development Services Director Swanson highlighted the Report to City Council dated January 8, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, concerning the request to rezone property located at the southwest corner of Browning Street and Lancers Lane from"U"Unclassified District to "R-3-25-F" Multiple-Family Residential District with Site Plan Review Combining District. It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve the rezoning of the subject property as recommended, approve the Negative Declaration, offer the necessary ordinance for first reading, and waive the full reading of said ordinance. Gus Guenther requested that the City Council consider a better traffic pattern for the corner of Lancers Lane and Browning Street. He recommended that a traffic signal or a four-way stop sign be installed at the intersection. Mayor McGeorge stated that staff would contact him regarding the request for a traffic signal or a four-way stop sign. Council Member Kehoe related that he visited the site in question with Mr. Guenther and Transportation Coordinator Duryee and indicated that anything the City can do to mitigate the problem would be beneficial. Mayor McGeorge determined there was no one else present wishing to speak on the matter and closed the public hearing. Council Member Murray noted that the issue regarding the landscape requirements for the interior lots of Lancer Hills Estates, Unit 4, should have been raised at the time the City Council opted to permit higher amounts of fill. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson, to approve the rezoning application as recommended and make the following findings regarding RZ-10-96: 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 approve the Negative Declaration authorized by the Development Services Department. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Council Member Kehoe offered Ordinance No. 2169 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding to "R-3-25-F" Multiple-Family Residential District with Site Plan Review Combining District. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson, that the full reading of Ordinance No. 2169 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 01/21/97 16 APPOINTMENTS - Community Development Advisory Committee (B-080-600-100) MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member P. Anderson, to appoint David Cook, John Reginato, and Joseph Murphy to serve four-year terms on the Community Development Advisory Committee expiring December 1, 2000. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes LEADERSHIP REDDING LIGHT-THE-RIVER TRAIL PROJECT (B-080-600-243 & P-050-460-700) City Manager Warren provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated January 14, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, regarding Leadership Redding's Light-the-River Trail Project. He recalled that in September 1995 the Leadership Redding class took on the project of lighting the Sacramento River Trail. The City Council agreed to support the concept with a number of conditions. He stated that the class proceeded to select a light pole which was subsequently approved by the Recreation and Parks Commission. Mr. Warren explained that the first phase of the eventual 67 pole project will be to install ten lights between the Market Street Bridge and the Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District diversion dam. He indicated that work has been progressing on the required agreement between the City and Leadership Redding. He related that the agreement will actually be between the City and the Forward Redding Foundation. Prior to the agreement being finalized, he stated that two areas need to be addressed by the City Council: 1) Rather than establish a five-year impound account to pay for ongoing maintenance costs, require that the class purchase one additional complete pole and an additional light fixture with the first phase, to provide replacement parts as needed; and 2) Utility costs are estimated for the ten poles to be under $250. It is being requested that the City pay these utility costs. It is the recommendation of staff that the Leadership Redding Class' maintenance responsibility be waived or limited to the acquisition of additional light poles with each phase, or a combination of phases, as deemed appropriate by the Community Services Department. It is further recommended that the utility costs for the project be paid by the City and staff be directed to finalize the agreement between the Forward Redding Foundation and the City. In response to Council Member Murray, Mr. Warren stated that the utility costs for the light poles would be paid out of the Recreation and Parks budget. MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, to direct staff to finalize the agreement with the Forward Redding Foundation with the understanding that the Leadership Redding class' maintenance responsibility is to be waived or limited to the acquisition of additional light poles with each phase, or a combination of phases, as deemed appropriate by the Community Services Department, and the utility costs for this project will be paid by the City utilizing funds from the Parks and Recreation budget. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION-Ratifying City of Redding Disclosure Information in Modesto-Santa Clara-Redding Preliminary Official Statement re San Juan Project Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series G& H, 1997 (E-120-500) City Attorney Wingate highlighted the Report to City Council dated January 20, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, relative to ratifying the City of Redding's disclosure information in the Modesto- Santa Clara-Redding(MSR)Preliminary Official Statement regarding the San Juan Project Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series G& H, 1997. Mr. Wingate explained that MSR is now restructuring a portion of its outstanding San Juan Project Revenue Bonds in order to achieve debt service savings and obtain maximum flexibility to enable the members to respond more effectively in a fully competitive environment. He stated that in order to offer the bonds for sale, MSR has prepared its Official Statement which includes relevant facts about each member, its electric system and what the member is doing to prepare for the competitive environment of the restructured electric industry. He indicated that the underwriter for the bonds has requested that each member of MSR formally ratify its portion of the disclosure statement. It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt the necessary resolution approving the Preliminary Disclosure Statement and authorizing staff to make changes as necessary up until the time of publication. 01/21/97 17 Council Member Murray noted that he is currently serving as the President of MSR and will be leading a delegation of representatives to meet with prospective buyers on the bond issue. He stated that it is vital that MSR receives a good rate to go along with the ratings in order to reduce the City's possible 38 percent electric rate increase. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson, that Resolution No. 97-014 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving disclosure relating to the City of Redding as set forth in the Preliminary Official Statement for the MSR Public Power Agency San Juan Project Refunding Revenue Bonds. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - P. Anderson, R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray, and McGeorge Noes: Council Members -None Absent: Council Members -None Resolution No. 97-014 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. LETTER OF APPRECIATION (P-050-460) Mayor McGeorge stated that a letter was received from Bob and Jo Mackenstadt expressing appreciation for the walking trails along Buenaventura Boulevard and Canyon Creek Road. This was an information item. No action was required. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 7:20 p.m., Mayor McGeorge declared the meeting adjourned. AP" •VED: Mayo ATTEST: City Clerk • 01/21/97