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City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
June 3, 1997 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Wingate.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Bob Denham Sr., Church of the Nazarene.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Anderson with the following Council Members
present: R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray and Mayor P. Anderson. Council Member McGeorge was
excused.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City Manager
Starman, City Attorney Wingate, Director of Public Works Galusha, Director of Development
Services Swanson, Community Services Director Gorman, Fire Chief Wagner, Battalion Chief
Eckard, Human Resources Manager Bachman, Principal Planner Keaney, Senior Planner King,
Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, City Clerk Strohmayer and Executive Secretary Sherman.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of minutes - Regular City Council Meeting of April 1, 1997
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 23, for the period May 20, 1997, through May
29, 1997, check numbers 247903 through 248295 inclusive, in the amount of$4,717,385.28, and
Payroll Register No. 23, check numbers 436084 through 436621 inclusive, and electronic deposit
transaction numbers 38320 through 38695, totaling $1,303,150.11, for the period May 4, 1997,
through May 17, 1997, be accepted.
TOTAL: $6,020,535.39
Treasurer's Report - April 1997
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $ 92,736,255.59
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $ 230,1 35,782.45
ACR133 and Cash Reconciliation Report - April 1997
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the ACR133 Report and the Proof of Cash
Reconciliation for April 1997, be accepted.
Property Status Report
(C-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the Report to City Council dated May
27, 1997, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the following areas be accepted: 1) Surplus
City property;2)Leases of City land; 3)Offers to sell land to the City; and 4) City-initiated purchases
of land.
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Contract Negotiation for Financial Advisory Services
(A-050-125)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that staff be authorized to negotiate a
contract with Public Financial Management, Inc. (PFM)for financial advisory services for the Electric
Department, and return to Council at a future date to request approval of the contract.
Contract Negotiation for Cost of Service and Rate Design Study
(A-150-125 & E-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Council direct staff to negotiate a
contract with RW Beck for Cost-of-Service and Rate Design Study consulting services and return
to Council at a future date to request contract approval.
Department of Conservation Grant Award Agreement
Resolution - Accepting Revenue and Appropriating Funds
(G-100-000/B-130-070/S-020-550)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Council authorize the Mayor to sign the
Department of Conservation, Division of Recycling grant award agreement in the amount of
$467,701, to offset the cost of purchasing equipment for the glass beneficiating plant at the City's
Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling Facility. The glass beneficiating plant will produce
approximately 100,000 tons of processed glass per year generating an estimated $10,000 to $20,000
in profits per year.
It is further recommended that Council approve Resolution No. 97-94, a resolution of the City of
Redding approving and adopting the 38th amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 96-130
appropriating$467,700 for the purchase of equipment for the glass beneficiating plant and accepting
$467,700 in grant revenue.
111 Support of Assembly Bills AB915 and AB 1296
(L-040-300)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that Council authorize the Mayor to submit
letters supporting the passage of Assembly Bills AB915 and AB 1296 which will limit the liability of
public agencies for roller-blading and in-line skating(AB915), and skateboarding (AB 1296) so that
public agencies will no longer be liable for "damage or injury to property or persons arising out of'
these activities.
Resolution - Releasing Abatement Proceedings on Property at 1349 Willis Street, owned by James
F. & Claudia L. Luther
(A-030-070)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Council adopt Resolution No.
97-95, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding discontinuing and releasing the
proceedings of abatement initiated pursuant to Resolution No. 95-217 under Chapter 9.36 of the
Redding Municipal Code on certain real property located at 1349 Willis Street, owned y James F. and
Claudia L. Luther.
Experimental Aircraft Association's Request re Aviation Day '97
(A-090-020)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Council approve the
Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) request to conduct Aviation Day '97 at Benton Airpark
on June 15, 1997, subject to insurance approval by Risk Management.
Resolution- re Intention to Begin Abatement Proceedings at 928-942 Yuba Street, owned by John
P. Elmore
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It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council approve
Resolution No. 97-96, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding to begin abatement
proceedings on the real property located at 928-942 Yuba Street, owned by John P. Elmore.
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Resolution - Appropriating funds for Redding Municipal Airport Terminal Building Remodel
(B-130-070/A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Council appose Resolution No.
97-97, a resolution of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 39th amendment to City
Budget Resolution No. 96-130 appropriating $60,000 for architectural design services for the
Redding Municipal Airport Terminal Building remodel.
Resolution - Appropriating Funds for Administrative Costs of Submitting the Passenger Facility
Charge Application to the Federal Aviation Administration
(B-130-070 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Council approve Resolution No.
97-98, a resolution of the City of Redding, appropriating $5,000 for the Airport Fund to pay for
administrative costs associated with submittal of the Passenger Charge Facility Application which will
enable the City to impose and use a Passenger Facility Charge at Redding Municipal Airport in the
amount of$4.00 for each eligible passenger.
Accept Report re Potential Joint Development&Use Agreement with Enterprise School District and
Shasta County Office of Education at Enterprise Community Park
(P-050-145)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Council accept the informational
report regarding the potential joint development and use agreement at Enterprise Community Park
between the Enterprise School District, Shasta County Office of Education and the City of Redding.
Award of Bid Schedule No. 3100-Asphalt Concrete Overlay Program for 1996-97, (Job No. 9914a)
(B-050-020)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid No. 3100, Asphalt Concrete Overlay
Program for 1996-97 (Job No. 9914a), be awarded to Tullis, Inc., in the amount of$811,284.50, with
an additional $20,000 to cover the cost of engineering and inspection fees, and an additional $48,700
to cover contingencies, for a total amount of$879,984.50.
Resolution - re Exemption of Redding from Congestion Management Program in Accordance with
Assembly Bill AB2419
(T-100-375)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Council adopt Resolution No. 97-99, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding electing to be exempt from the Congestion
Management Program, allowed under Assembly Bill AB 2419, which could potentially prevent a
situation where certain gas tax funds which come to Redding and are utilized primarily for
transportation maintenance projects could be withheld.
Notice of Completion - Bid Schedule No. 3067, Hilltop Drive Waterline Replacement Project (Job
No. 2069)
(B-050-02- & W-030-725)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 3067, Hilltop Drive
Waterline Replacement Project(Job No. 2069), awarded to River City Construction, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice Of Completion. The
final contract amount was $138,732.
Emergency Intertie Agreement with Bella Vista Water District
(W-030-700-020)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Council approve the Emergency Intertie
Agreement between the City of Redding and Bella Vista Water District which allows for a near-
immediate transfer of water in case of an emergency outage. The contract term is indefinite and may
be canceled by either party.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Murray, that all
the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
AYES: Council Members - R. Anderson, Kehoe, Murray& P. Anderson
NOES: Council Members -None
ABSTAIN: Council Members -None
ABSENT: Council Members - McGeorge
Resolution Nos. 97-94, 97-95, 97-96, 97-97, 97-98, & 97-99 are on file in the City Clerk's Office.
LETTER OF RESIGNATION - Redding Planning Commission
(B-080-300)
Motion: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Murray accepting the
resignation of Linda M. Carpenter from the Redding Planning Commission, effective June 1, 1997.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application, RZ-3-97, by W.C. Melendy, Echo Smalley, and the
City of Redding (Southeastern terminus of North Bonnyview Road, north of Nicolet Lane)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Pat Anderson opened the public hearing regarding
Rezoning Application, RZ-3-97, by W.C. Melendy, Echo Smalley, and the City of Redding.
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
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no letters of protest were received.
Principal Planner Keaney provided a brief overview of the Report to City Council dated May 16,
1997, incorporated herein by reference, regarding a request from W.C. Melendy, Echo Smalley, and
the City of Redding to rezone approximately 7.7 acres of property located at the southeastern
terminus of North Bonnyview Road, north of Nicolet Lane. Mr. Keaney related that at its meeting
of March 11, 1997, the Planning Commission recommended expansion of the boundaries to include
and additional 13.3 acres of property. Mr. Keaney related that zoning districts should reflect the land
use classification established by the General Plan which, for this property, is "Residential, 2.0 units
per acre." The existing one-acre minimum is not consistent with the General Plan, nor is it consistent
with the established pattern of development.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council approve the negative
declaration, and approve rezoning the property from "R-1A" Single Family Residential District with
a Special Agricultural Combining District to "R-1-B20" Single Family Residential District.
Mayor P. Anderson determined that no one present wished to speak on the matter and closed the
public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe that the
City Council approve the rezoning as recommended and make the following findings regarding
Rezoning Application, RZ-3-97:
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.
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Council Member R. Anderson offered Ordinance 2180 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 (RZ-3-97).
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, that the
full reading of Ordinance No. 2180 be waived, and that the City Attorney be instructed to read the
full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
PUBLIC HEARING-Rezoning Application, RZ-6-97, by City of Redding (760 Parkview Avenue
and 800 East Cypress Avenue)
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Pat Anderson opened the public hearing regarding
Rezoning Application, RZ-6-97, by City of Redding.
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
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no letters of protest were received.
Principal Planner Keaney reviewed the Report to City Council dated May 16, 1997, incorporated
herein by reference, regarding Rezoning Application, RZ-6-97, by the City of Redding. The proposed
rezoning application concerns rezoning property located at 760 Parkview Avenue and 800 East
Cypress Avenue, encompassing the existing City Hall, vacated City corporation yard and the Caltrans
maintenance yard, from "C-0-20-B20-F" Office District with Site Plan Review Combining District,
and "C-3-B20-F"Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial District with Site Plan Review Combining
District, to "C-O-F" Office District with Site Plan Review Combining District. Mr. Keaney related
that the Planning Commission recommended approval of rezoning of the new Civic Center site, to
provide zoning consistency with the project and eliminate existing inapplicable site-development
standards.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that Council approve the negative
declaration, and approve rezoning the property from "C-0-20-B20-F" Office District with Site Plan
Review Combining District, and "C-3-B20-F" Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial District with
Site Plan Review Combining District, to "C-O-F" Office District with Site Plan Review Combining
District.
Mayor P. Anderson determined that no one present wished to speak on the matter and closed the
public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson that the
City Council approve the rezoning as recommended and make the following findings regarding
Rezoning Application, RZ-6-97:
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.
Council Member Kehoe offered Ordinance 2181 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 (RZ-6-97).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson, that the
full reading of Ordinance No. 2181 be waived, and that the City Attorney be instructed to read the
full title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
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CIVIC CENTER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT & MODIFICATION OF ARCHITECT'S
AGREEMENT
(C-050-025)
Assistant City Manager Perry reviewed the Report to City Council, dated May 27, 1997, incorporated
herein by reference, regarding selection of a Civic Center landscape architect, and modification to the
architect's contract to include landscape architect services. Mr. Perry related that the Request for
Qualifications (RFQ), which requests only work experience and firm history documentation,
generated a response from five firms, with two additional firms, Alan Pardee Landscaping and SWA
Group, filing after the RFQ deadline. Mr. Perry advised that the work will consist of a master plan
and construction drawings. Mr. Perry explained that the Review Committee, consisting of the Project
Manager, the Project Architect,two representatives from Development Services, one representative
from Public Works and one representative from Purchasing, reviewed the qualifications of each
bidder and recommended that Downing & Associates, Land Image Landscape Architects and the
HLA Group, be interviewed or asked to respond to a formal Request for Proposal (RFP).
It is recommended that staff be authorized to shift up to $10,000 from landscape construction to
landscape design if necessary for master planning; authorize the City Manager to amend the
architect's contract to incorporate landscape architect services; waive the formal RFP process and
base selection on the results of oral interviews, and; conduct interviews with the three top-ranked
firms of Downing& Associates, Land Image Landscape Architects and The HLA Group.
Council Member Kehoe expressed concern that proposals were accepted after the RFQ deadline,
pointing out that this is an inappropriate departure from accepted practice. Mr. Perry explained that
the Committee felt compelled to include Alan Pardee Landscape because they were notified after the
close of the RFQ in order to increase the pool of firms to be considered. However, after careful
review, staff did not feel that Alan Pardee Landscaping was qualified to perform the work.
In response to Council Members R. Anderson and Murray, Mr. Perry restated staffs
recommendation, indicating that staff will report back to Council at the June 17, 1997, meeting with
only a budget resolution formally authorizing the shifting of$10,000 from landscape construction to
landscape design.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson, approving.
shifting up to $10,000 from landscape construction to landscape design if necessary for master
planning; authorizing the City Manager to amend the architect's contract to incorporate landscape
architect services; waiving the formal Request for Proposal process, basing selection on the results
of oral interviews, and; conducting interviews with the three top-ranked firms of Downing &
Associates, Land Image Landscape Architects and The HLA Group.
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Voting was as follows:
AYES: Council Members - R. Anderson, Murray and P. Anderson
NOES: Council Members - Kehoe
ABSTAIN: Council Members -None
ABSENT: Council Members -McGeorge
Council Member Kehoe clarified that his negative vote is due to his opposition of waiving the formal
request for proposals process.
GENERAL FUND MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - April 1997
(B-130-070)
Deputy City Manager Starman highlighted the Report to City Council dated May 20, 1997,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the General Fund Monthly Financial Report for April
1997. Mr. Starman stated that total revenue to date ($25.9 million) is slightly below(1.6 percent)
below staffs original cash flow estimate. Expenditures to date (excluding encumbrances) total
$27,641,724, or $1,762,478 (6.0 percent) below staffs original cash flow projection.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council accept the report as presented.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, accepting
the General Fund Monthly Financial Report for April 1997. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
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ELECTRIC UTILITY MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - April 1997
(B-130-070)
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to Council dated May 21, 1997,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Electric Utility Monthly Financial Report for April
1997.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council accept the report as presented.
MOTION: Made by Council Member R. Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, accepting
the Electric Utility Monthly Financial Report for April 1997. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW PROCESS
(L-010-500-050)
Development Services Director Swanson reviewed the Report to City Council dated June 3, 1997,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Development Plan Review Process. Mr. Swanson
related that the Planning Commission and staff have been discussing a variety of ordinance changes
to development regulations necessary to achieve the goal of improved development quality in the
City, and how to expedite the process. The most effective method to accomplish this goal is through
the review of development plans for all new projects including significant expansion of existing
buildings. Mr. Swanson explained that currently, review is conducted on approximately 70% of new
construction through requirements of the "F" overlay zone and use permits, but substantial portions
of the City are not covered by either. The Commission voted to initiate a Zoning Ordinance text
amendment which would provide for a comprehensive system of development plan review, including
development guidelines.
It is recommended that Council authorize staff to create a comprehensive development plan review
ordinance and guidelines for different land uses to be circulated to the development community and
the general public before a final recommendation is made to Council.
Rick Bosetti, Planning Commission Chair, stated that the Planning Commission believes that the need
for a development plan review process is long overdue and will only result in better quality
developments for the community.
Council Member Murray questioned the relationship of a City-wide design review process as opposed
to a design ordinance.
Mr. Bosetti explained that a development plan review ordinance and guidelines will assist in
establishing design standards so that developers are aware of these standards prior to application
which will result in a better quality project. Mr. Bosetti added that the ordinance and guidelines will
apply to new developments and to redevelopment.
Council Member Murray cautioned that dictating to developers the types of projects which are
acceptable to the City, suggests a "big brother" attitude which may work well in communities with
steady growth,but may prove restrictive in communities with erratic growth. Mr. Murray reiterated
that the current Zoning Ordinance should be fine-tuned to accomplish what staff is proposing.
Messrs. Swanson and Bosetti assured Council that it is not the intent of the Planning Commission or
staff to dictate specifics to developers and, in fact, the proposed ordinance will not only establish
standards, but provide flexibility to the developer.
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Council Member Murray stated that he appreciates the efforts of the Planning Commission, but
believes it is more appropriate for Council to receive direction from the General Plan once it is
adopted. Mr. Swanson pointed out that the General Plan Task Force has been discussing urban
design issues and believes the City should pay more attention to quality and building design.
In response to Council Member P. Anderson, Mr. Swanson related that preparation of the
development plan review ordinance and guidelines should take approximately four to five months.
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Council Member Kehoe concurred with some of the points made by Council Member Murray, but
believed it wise to move ahead. Mr. Kehoe added that this process deserves public input from all
segments of the community, and stated that he will withhold judgment of the process until that time.
Council Member Murray maintained that people have the right to develop projects which may be
aesthetically unappealing to the masses.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kehoe, seconded by Council Member R. Anderson,
authorizing preparation of a development plan review ordinance and guidelines for adoption as part
of the Zoning Ordinance; to be discussed with the development community and the general public
through the public hearing process prior to adoption.
Voting was as follows:
AYES: Council Members - R. Anderson, Kehoe and P. Anderson
NOES: Council Members - Murray
ABSTAIN: Council Members -None
ABSENT: Council Members - McGeorge
AWARD OF BID SCHEDULE NO. 3073 - Maintenance Contracts for Landscape Maintenance
Districts "A," "B," & "C"
(A-170-075)
Development Services Director Swanson briefly reviewed the Report to Council dated May 29, 1997,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the award of Bid Schedule No. 3073, Maintenance
Contracts for Landscape Maintenance District "A," "B," and "C" for fiscal year 1997-98. Mr.
Swanson related that Yard Manicurist was awarded the contracts for fiscal year 1996-97, and
submitted the lowest bid for the 1997-98 contracts;however, staff believes this firm is unable to fulfill
the terms of the contract based on numerous confirmed complaints received from lot owners, and the
findings of an Administrative Hearing which concluded that Yard Manicurist's bid should be rejected
because the firm has not been able to meet specifications of the current maintenance contracts. Mr.
Swanson related that staff conducted field inspections of several commercial landscape projects, and
reviewed past performance of Taylor Made Landscaping (the second lowest.bidder), and believes
this firm is the best choice for award of the maintenance contracts.
It is the recommendation of staff Bid Schedule No. 3073, Maintenance Contracts for Landscape
Maintenance Districts "A," "B," and "C" be awarded to Taylor Made Landscaping in the amount of
$17,490 for District "A;" $16,785 for District "B," and: $75 for District "C," for a total amount of
$34,350 for fiscal year 1997-98.
In response to Council Member Murray, City Attorney Wingate advised that past performance or lack
of qualifications does not preclude anyone from submitting a bid. Mr. Wingate stressed that once the
City issues a bid or RFP, all bids must be accepted and evaluated.
Council Member Kehoe stated that the program will be reviewed in January 1998, and requested that
contractor performance be evaluated in relationship to contract standards at that time.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Murray, seconded by Council Member Kehoe, awarding Bid
Schedule No. 3073, Maintenance Contracts for Landscape Maintenance Districts "A," "B," and "C"
for fiscal year 1997-98, to Taylor Made Landscaping in the amount of$17,490 for District "A;"
$16,785 for District "B," and: $75 for District "C," for a total amount of$34,350. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes.
CLOSED SESSION
At the hour of 7:51, Mayor P. Anderson stated that the City Council will adjourn to a Closed Session
pursuant to Government Code Sections 54957.6 and 54957 to discuss the following:
a) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Agency Negotiator: Randy Bachman
Employee Organizations:
Local Union 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters - AFL-CIO
(P-100-050-050)
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- Redding Employees Organization of the Service Employees International
Union Clerical, Technical, and Professional Employees' Unit
(P-100-050-124)
- Redding Employees Organization of the Service Employees International
Union Confidential Unit
(P-100-050-125)
- Redding Employees Organization of the Service Employees International
Union Supervisor Unit
(P-100-050-126)
b) Closed session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957:
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Title: Electric Utility Director
(A-050-125)
At the hour of 7:51, Mayor P. Anderson adjourned the regular session to Closed Session.
At the hour of 8:50, Mayor P. Anderson reconvened the meeting to regular session.
No reportable action taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 8:50 p.m., Mayor P. Anderson declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED:
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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