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City Council, Regular Meeting.
City Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
May 19, 1998 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by community member, Clay McClain.
The invocation was offered by Pastor David Darrah, Little Country Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kehoe with the following Council Members present:
Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, and Kehoe.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, City Attorney Wingate,
Development Services Director Swanson, Public Works Director August, Deputy City Manager
Starman, Support Services Director Kersten, Administrative Services Director Bachman, Planning
Manager Keaney, Airports Manager Dinger,Electric Utility Director Feider, Housing Manager Flory,
Personnel Analyst Niemer, Assistant Planner Wildauer, Housing Program Supervisor Meek, City
Clerk Strohmayer, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, Executive Secretary Rudolph and Executive
Secretary Lack.
RESOLUTION - re"National Public Works Week" in the City of Redding
(A-050-060-600)
Public Works Director August provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated May 11,
1998, incorporated herein by reference, proclaiming May 17-23, 1998, as "Public Works Week" in
the City of Redding. Mr. August reported that due to inclement weather, the mini equipment show
and display scheduled in the parking lot on California Street across from the City Council Chambers
was postponed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-63 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding proclaiming
the week of May 17-23, 1998, as"Public Works Week" in the City of Redding, and invite all citizens
to acknowledge the efforts of the City's dedicated Public Works Department professionals.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members -None
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of March 3, 1998; Special Meeting of March 3, 1998;
Regular Meeting of March 17, 1998; and Special Meeting of March 21, 1998.
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register 21, for the period May 5, 1998, through May 15,
1998, check numbers 258246 through 258591 inclusive, in the amount of$4,617,987.56 and Payroll
Register 22, check numbers 48541 through 48998 inclusive, and electronic deposit transaction
numbers 448997 through 449412 inclusive, totaling $1,334,163.68 for the period April 19, 1998,
through May 2, 1998, be approved.
TOTAL: $5,952,151.24
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Economic Development Corporation Activity Report - re "Shasta 2001"
(B-080-150)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that City Council accept the Economic Development
Corporation's (EDC) Activity Report entitled "Shasta 2001." The report covers EDC activities
through March 31, 1998, and is available for public review in the office of the City Clerk.
Request for Proposal - re Chouinard & Myhre/Real Vision Imaging
(A-070-400)
It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that City Council approve the procurement
of hardware and software necessary to implement the City-wide Imaging System. The expenditures
for hardware, software, installation, and training is $62,535. Funding for this project is provided for
in the Information System fiscal year 1997-98 Budget.
Contract Renewal - re Heating and Air Conditioning Maintenance
(A-070-020 & B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Support Services Director that City Council approve renewal of the
existing contract (Bid Schedule No. 2823, Heating and Air Conditioning Maintenance at Various
Locations) with MMPI until the new Civic Center is completed and the facility's heating and air
conditioning systems are up and running properly. This action guarantees current pricing of$63,478
per year and contractor familiarity with the existing facilities.
Reject Bid Schedule - re Lobby Seating for Redding Municipal Airport
(B-050-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council reject all bids
received on Bid Schedule No. 3172, Lobby Seating for Redding Municipal Airport, and authorize
staff to rebid the project with more precise specifications to ensure acquisition of aesthetically
pleasing, durable and consistently designed chair and bench seating.
General Plan Amendment GPA-3-97/Rezoning Application RZ-12-97 - Request to Relocate Auto
Dealership at Highway 44 and Shasta View Drive
(G-030-010 & L-010-230)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council refer GPA-3-97
and RZ-12-97 back to the Planning Commission for review and consideration of the proposed project
modification. The applicant requests that the General Plan be amended from "Residential, 12.0 units
per acre," "Service Commercial," and "Greenway" to "Retail" and "Greenway." The applicant also
requests that the property be rezoned from"U-FP""Unclassified District with Floodplain Combining
District"to"PD""Planned Development District" and"OS""Open Space District." A public hearing
before City Council will be set at a later date subsequent to consideration by the Planning
Commission.
Development Services Monthly Activity Report --April 1998
(A-050-122)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council accept the monthly
activity reports through April 1998, for the following work areas as submitted:
1. Zoning, Subdivision, and General Plan Amendments
2. Building and Population
3. General Plan Update
License&Permit for Commercial Activities Agreement - with SkyWest Airlines for Terminal Space
at Redding Municipal Airport
(C-070-100/A-090-100-840/A-070-080)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council approve the License
and Permit for Commercial Activities Agreement with SkyWest Airlines. This action will permit
SkyWest Airlines to conduct aviation services limited to passenger air travel and air cargo service,
effective June 1, 1998. This agreement will initially be for one (1) year and thereafter will
automatically continue on a year-to-year basis. SkyWest Airlines will pay $2,793 per month for the
terminal space, plus approprLte landing fees. Also, upon City acquisition of a mobile passenger lift
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apparatus, SkyWest will pay$75.00 per month for its use. The license fee will increase by Consumer
Price Index(CPI) calculations upon the commencement of the third year (June 1, 2000), then every
two years thereafter.
License Agreement - Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) for Aviation Day '98 at Benton
Airpark
(A-090-020 & A-070-080)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council approve the License
Agreement for use of a portion of Benton Airpark to conduct Aviation Day '98 on Sunday, June 21,
1998, from 7:00 a.m. to mid-afternoon. This option would permit aviation enthusiasts and the
general public to enjoy a complementary day of aviation-related activities while promoting general
aviation in the North State. This annual Father's Day event is free of charge and will consist of radio
controlled miniature aircraft demonstrations, airplane rides and a static display of antique and unique
aircraft.
Purchase& Sales Agreement - with Guillon Industrial Properties, for Parcels 1 & 2, and Option for
Purchase and Sales Agreement for Parcels 6 & 7, in the Redding Municipal Airport Business and
Industrial Park
(C-070-200 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council approve the
agreement for the sale of Parcels 1 & 2 and the option to purchase Parcels 6 & 7, at the Redding
Airport Business Park, with Guillon Industrial Properties of Chico, California. This would allow the
development of the Business Park to proceed with a quality building during this construction season,
would lead to the development of light industrial/office space which would be available for lease by
new, relocating and expanding businesses, and would provide funds to repay a portion of the existing
debt on the property. The City has agreed to reconfigure the lot dimensions and to grant an access
easement along the easterly 25 feet of Parcels 6& 7; the City will receive an identical easement along
the westerly 25 feet of Parcels 1 & 2.
The terms of the Purchase and Sale Agreement on Parcels 1 & 2 include:
• A sales price of$159,897.
• A $10,000 down payment.
• Construction of all improvements to the cross-access easement by the buyer.
• A deferred payment schedule, secured by a note and deed of trust, providing for full payment
of the purchase price upon 50% tenant occupancy of the building, or eighteen months from
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
• Construction of all improvements to Thunderbird Drive adjacent to the access driveways by
the buyer, with actual costs to be reimbursed by the City. Public improvements in this
subdivision are the responsibility of the City.
• Payment of a 5% real estate commission to Ingram& Shelton Realtors of Chico.
The separate terms for the option agreement on Parcels 6 & 7 are as follows:
• The option period will be 17 months, with a 30-day escrow period, for 18 months total.
• Purchase price of$166,253.
• Consideration for the option includes a $5,000 cash payment; a shorter time period to
commence construction on Parcels 1 & 2, from the earlier proposed 365 days to the current
90 days; and installation of approximately $23,000 in improvements in the cross-access
easement area of Parcels 6& 7, which will remain the property of the City should Guillon not
exercise the option.
• The City will be financially responsible for construction of public right-of-way improvements
to Thunderbird Drive adjacent to Parcel 6. The improvements will be constructed by Guillon
and reimbursed on an actual cost basis by the City.
• No commission will be paid on the value of the option; a 5% commission will be paid at close
of escrow should the option be exercised.
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Award of Bid - re Bid Schedule No. 3183, Treated Wood Poles
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 3183, purchase of
treated wood poles as needed during the period of July 1, 1998, to June 30, 1999, be awarded to
Taylor Lumber& Treating, Inc., in the evaluated amount of$84,154. The contract also allows a one-
year extension at the same prices, terms, and conditions if mutually agreeable to the vendor and the
City.
Award of Bid - re Bid Schedule No. 3184, Electric Power Metering Equipment
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 3184, purchase of
electric power metering equipment as needed during the period July 1, 1998, to June 30, 1999, be
awarded to General Electric Supply for Bid Group 1 (single-phase meters), in the amount of
$64,247.16; WESCO Distribution, Inc., for Bid Group 2 (three-phase meters), in the amount of
$28,072.60; and WESCO Distribution, Inc., for Bid Group 3 (instrument transformers), in the
amount of$10,078.95. The contract also allows a one-year extension at the same prices, terms and
conditions if mutually agreeable to the vendor and the City.
Assembly Bill 2586 - re Emergency Medical Services
(L-040-300 &P-150-070)
It is the recommendation of the Fire Chief that City Council ratify the action taken by staff on May
1, 1998, transmitting a letter to State Assemblyman Tom Woods expressing support for Assembly
Bill 2586. This bill would reverse the California Supreme Court's ruling that county Emergency
Medical Services(EMS)agencies can design, bid and operate regional emergency ambulance services
and thereby return local control to cities for delivering or establishing the level of ambulance services.
Resolution- Approving Issuance of Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes(TRANS), and Participation
in the California Communities Cash Flow Financing Program for Fiscal Year 1998-99
Purchase Agreement with Sutro & Company - Approve as to Form
(D-050)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 98-64 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing and approving the
borrowing of funds for Fiscal Year 1998-99; the issuance and sale of a 1998-99 Tax and Revenue
Anticipation Note therefor and participation in the California Communities Cash Flow Financing
Program. If City Council chooses to issue the TRANS, it is estimated that an investment of$3
million would generate approximately $50,000 of investment income.
It is also recommended that City Council approve as to form the Purchase Agreement with Sutro &
Co., the underwriter of the debt issue.
Resolution- Acceptance of Final Map and Improvements, Ravenwood Subdivision, Unit 17, Phase
1 (S-5-95)-North end of the old Enterprise Skypark runway north of SR299 and east of Shasta View
Drive
(S-070-230 & S-100-614)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 98-65 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation
Airstrip Road and Viking Way in Unit 17, Phase 1, of the Ravenwood Subdivision. It is also
recommended that the improvements in Ravenwood Subdivision by the Lynn Foundation be accepted
as satisfactorily completed, and approve the final map and instruct the City Clerk to file the map with
the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution - Accepting Streets, Acceptance of Improvements and Authorize Reimbursement for
Oversizing of Waterline, Country Heights Unit 14 (S-3-94) -North of Canyon Creek Road
(S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 98-66 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation
Shadow Brook Lane and Aspen Glow Lane in Unit 14 of the Country Heights Subdivision. It is also
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recommended that the improvements in the Country Heights Subdivision by Signature Northwest in
Unit 14 be accepted as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the
securities to the developer; and authorize the Finance Department to pay Signature Northwest
$38,654.91 for the cost of oversizing the water main.
Resolution - Accepting Streets, Acceptance of Improvements, Country Heights Unit 16, Phase 4
(S-6-95) -North of Canyon Creek Road
(S-070-230 & S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 98-67 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Aspen
Glow Lane in Unit 16, Phase 4, of the Country Heights Subdivision. It is also recommended to
accept the improvements in the Country Heights Subdivision by Signature Northwest, Unit 16, Phase
4, as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the
developer.
Award of Bid - re Bid Schedule No. 3175, Purchase of Liquid Cationic Polymer for the Buckeye
Water Treatment Plant and the Foothill Water Treatment Plant
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of Cie Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 3175 (Job No. 5203-
15) purchase of liquid cationic polymer for the Buckeye and Foothill Water Treatment Plants be
awarded to Sweetwater Technologies of Temecula, California, in the amount of 0.297 cents per
pound delivered which is approximately $25,000 out of the total water treatment chemical budget.
This action allows the City Water Utility to meet the California Safe Drinking Water Act Health and
Safety Code, Section 64653, Filtration.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Cibula, that all the
foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members -None
Resolution Nos. 98-63, 98-64, 98-65, 98-66, 98-67, 98-68, 98-69, 98-70, 98-71, 98-72, and
Ordinance Nos. 2215, and 2216 are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CITY COUNCIL AND REDDING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JOINT PUBLIC HEARING- Disposition of Redding Redevelopment Agency Property Located at
579 Hartnell Avenue
(R-030-050-050)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe and Chair McGeorge opened the joint public
hearing of the Redding City Council and the Redding Redevelopment Agency to consider the
disposition of Agency-owned property located at 579 Hartnell Avenue.
The following document is on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication -Notice of Public Hearing
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council and Redding
Redevelopment Agency dated May 11, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, concerning the
Agency's property located at 579 Hartnell Avenue. The property was originally acquired as part of
the Hartnell Avenue bridge widening project. The original parcel contained two houses, one of which
was demolished in order to realign "C" Street, located adjacent to the widening. The remaining
residence was retained by the Agency as a rental unit until it was vacated in July 1997.
At its meeting of October 20, 1997, the Agency directed staff to sell the residence. Subsequent to
that meeting, three offers of purchase, one of which was from Robert Haskell, were reviewed by the
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Agency. The Agency directed staff to present a counter offer to one of the offers, which was not
accepted. Staff was then directed to present a counter offer to Mr. Haskell, who agreed to pay the
fair reuse value of the property and meet the conditions and considerations set forth by the Agency.
The third offer contained a contingency on behalf of the buyer and a lengthy escrow and was not
countered.
As noted in the Report, the offered price for the property is $36,400, which equates to the appraised
fair market value of$37,000, less$300 to repair a water-damaged wall and fix the leak, and $300 to
remove a tree leaning on the roof From the $36,400 purchase price, $4,400 will remain in escrow
until Mr. Haskell complies with the Agency's requirement to close and relocate the existing driveway.
The buyer will not receive possession and occupancy until this condition is met. The cost of sale also
includes a 3 percent commission($1,110)to be paid to the office of the agent representing the buyer.
The net value to the Agency after these deductions would be $30,890.
Mr. Starman related that Section 33431 of the California Health and Safety Code requires a
Redevelopment Agency to hold a public hearing for the sale of property without public bidding.
Section 33433 of the same Code requires that the sale of property acquired in whole or in part,
directly, or indirectly, with tax increment monies, first be approved by the legislative body by
resolution after a public hearing. 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. The resolution must also contain one of the
following findings: (1)That the consideration is not less than the fair market value at its highest and
best use in accordance with the plan; or(2)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.
Mr. Starman indicated that a recent appraisal estimates the fair market value of the property to be
$37,000. The fair reuse value of the property is $37,000 less the costs of the driveway closure and
relocation, the repairs, and tree removal, or $32,000.
The Summary of Disposition Report addressed the requirement to assist in the elimination of blight.
The overall contribution to blight removal is the replacement of the inadequate public infrastructure
(widening of the Hartnell Avenue Bridge and the realignment of"C" Street), thereby providing
pedestrian safety, better school access, and improved vehicle circulation. The acquisition of the
property and disposition of the unneeded portion is part of that project. The direct elimination of
blight caused by the sale of the property is the removal of a substandard parking condition. An
alternative to assisting in the removal of blight is providing housing for low- or moderate-income
person(s). The sale of the property will provide housing for a person who meets this criteria.
It was noted that the overcrossing widening was completed prior to the requirement for an
implementation plan. However, it is identified in the Five-Year Implementation Plan for the Canby-
Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project as a previous activity addressing inadequate public
infrastructure. Acquisition of the property to accommodate that widening and disposition of the
unused remainder is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Implementation Plan. The closure
and relocation of the existing driveway curb cut also meets the goals and objectives for vehicular
circulation and safety as set forth in the ImplementationPlan.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council adopt a resolution making the necessary
findings in connection with the proposed sale of the property at 579 Hartnell Avenue. If the City
Council makes the necessary findings, it is recommended that the Agency approve the sale of the
Agency's property at 579 Hartnell Avenue to Robert Haskell per the Residential Purchase Agreement
and Addendum dated April 27, 1998.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution
No. 98-68 be adopted,'a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the sale of
the Redding Redevelopment Agency property located at 579 Hartnell Avenue to Robert Stephen
Haskell and making the following findings in connection with the sale: (a) The sale of the property
will assist in the elimination of blight, provide housing for a low-income person, and is consistent with
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the implementation plan adopted pursuant to Section 33490; and (b) The consideration is not less
than the fair reuse value at the use and with the covenants, conditions, and development costs
authorized by the sale.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kehoe, Kight, and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 98-68 is on fila in the office of the City Clerk. •
PUBLIC HEARING-re Proposed Development Agreement for Tentative Subdivision Map S-2-91,
Oak Meadows Estates, by Shasta View Investments
(S-100-535-700)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding Tentative
Subdivision Map S-2-91, Oak Meadows.Estates, by Shasta View Investments.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing -Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publicati 3n - Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Development Services Director Swanson provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
May 7, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding Development Agreement for Tentative
Subdivision May S-2-91, Oak Meadow Estates, by Shasta View Investments. Mr. Swanson
explained that at its meeting of April 28, 1998, the Planning Commission recommended approval of
a Development Agreement for Oak Meadow Estates, a tentative subdivision map for 286 single-
family residential lots on 115 acres located at the eastern termini of Saturn Skyway, Venus Way and
Galaxy Way, east of the future Shasta View Drive. Mr. Swanson added that at its meeting of April
7, 1998, the City Council had approved the subdivision map for a period of time until August 3, 1998.
Under the Subdivision Map Act, no further extensions would be available in August and the tentative
map would expire. The applicant, Shasta View Investments, is now requesting approval of a
Development Agreement by the City Council. The Development Agreement is a vehicle for further
extending the life of the map as allowed under Section 66452.6(a) of the Subdivision Map Act.
Mr. Swanson further explained that the applicant is requesting that the Development Agreement
extend the life of the Oak Meadows Estates tentative map for ten years to the year 2008. Another
issue is pertaining to the timing of the construction of Shasta View Drive. The Planning Commission
recommended that the period of time to construct the Shasta View Drive connection be reduced from
five years, as proposed by staff, to three years. The three-year time frame is a better choice for the
community, however, the applicant contends that a three-year time frame will make the subdivision
project infeasible due to cash flow and market absorption rates.
Mr. Swanson submitted a letter from Mr. C.R. Boggs dated May 14, 1998, stating that he will not
sign the Development Agreement with a three-year time frame for the construction of Shasta View
Drive because it will make the project economically unfeasible. Mr. Swanson indicated that if the
project is unfeasible and is not built, the connection of Shasta View Drive will not occur for an
undetermined number of years resulting in a long-term continuation of the Capricorn Way short-cut
problem. To staff, the difference between three and five years is not significant because this
agreement represents the City's best opportunity to extend Shasta View Drive.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council find that the provisions of the Development
Agreement are consistent with the City's General Plan and make the required findings for approval
of the Development Agreement. This action would extend the life of the map for ten years to the year
2008 and guarantee the connection of Shasta View Drive by the year 2003 (five years).
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In response to Council Member Anderson, Mr. Swanson explained that the Planning Commission did
not receive a copy of Mr. Boggs' letter, however, his attorney spoke on his behalf, and he clarified
that the vote at the Planning Commission meeting was 4 to 3.
Randall Hanson, 3499 Capricorn Way, stated that Shasta View Drive runs directly behind the
property where he resides with his family. He indicated that people drive on Capricorn Way at 45-50
miles per hour and he is concerned for the safety of his children. Mr. Hanson said he is not opposed
to the development, however, he is concerned about the timeframe for the construction of Shasta
View Drive. In the interim, Mr. Hanson asked if some type of safety or speed control measures could
be implemented at Capricorn and Saturn Skyway.
Rick Boggs, 4401 Hazel Avenue, Sacramento, stated that he understands the concerns of the public,
however, it is not economically feasible for him to complete the construction of Shasta View Drive
in a three-year time period. Mr. Boggs indicated that he,intends to build the road as quickly as
possible. He stressed that if there is too much front loading of costs, he was not sure he could get
the required financing to go the next step.
Gary Finley, 4121 Goodwater Avenue, contended that there are no assurances that flood control
measures will be implemented as part of the development and he urged City Council not to go
forward with the development.
City Attorney Wingate interjected that Council is being asked to make a decision on the extension
of the tentative map and not to revisit the issue of downstream flooding which was discussed several
times during the map amendment stage. He advised Mr. Finley that he asked the City Council not
to dialogue nor respond to comments pertaining to the downstream flooding in this forum due to the
lawsuit filed against the City. Mr. Wingate assured, however, that the City is diligently exploring
possible solutions to the problem; and every potential solution is quite costly which will require
participation on.the part of everyone who built homes within the drainage way.
Maureen Robison, 4480 Lairpin Lane, stated that the subdivision, as proposed in the Development
Agreement with Mr. Boggs, should move forward. She explained that staff and Mr. Boggs have
worked hard to produce a .luality development. Ms. Robison implored the City to continue its
dialogue with the County and the developers regarding storm water detention. She opined that Mr.
Boggs should be given the five-year time line to complete Shasta View Drive; and in the interim, the
short cut through Capricorn Way should be blocked off.
Mark Woodward, 1229 Ledell Drive, stated that he was in the majority position on the Planning
Commission to reduce the time line for the extension of Shasta View Drive to three years. Noting
that Capricorn Way has appeared to replace Shasta View Drive as a major thoroughfare, he
discussed the alternatives with staff and he personally believes the agreement should be extended to
five years. He added that traffic mitigation measures should be installed to reduce the immediate
impact on the neighborhood.
Paul Edgren, Redding, stated that there needs to be a better way to finance roads. He explained that
development has to be economically feasible, and when Highland Oaks was built, a mile of Shasta
View Drive had to be constructed before the sale of the first lot.
Rick Bosetti, former Planning Commissioner, said he was encouraged by Commissioner Woodward's
comments. He explained that it was difficult for the Planning Commission to satisfy both the
concerns of the developer and the neighborhood and determine the time frame for construction of
Shasta View Drive.
Vice Mayor Anderson expressed his desire for some assurance that Shasta View Drive would be built
after 198 lots are developed.
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Council Member Kight said he does not have a problem with extending the time frame to five years,
but he also would like some assurance from Mr. Boggs that construction of Shasta View Drive will
occur. He was also concerned about the traffic on Capricorn Way.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there was no one else present wishing to speak on the matter and
closed the public hearing.
After further discussion regarding language in the development agreement and the time line for
development of Shasta View Drive, it was the consensus of City Council to direct staff to meet with
Mr. Boggs this evening to formulate a plan regarding the construction of Shasta View Drive and
reopen the public hearing this evening upon completion of the negotiations.
Mayor Kehoe announced that Council would defer this matter to a point later in this evening's
meeting so that staff could meet with Mr. Boggs.
Consideration of this matter resumed this evening after staff met with Mr. Boggs. Mr. Swanson
reported that Mr. Boggs was amenable to the requirement of a new condition creating a $500 per lot
fee payable at building permit issuance on Phases 2-5 of the subdivision to be placed into an account
specified for the construction of Shasta View Drive and requiring completion of Shasta View Drive
no later than October 7, 2003.
The Mayor reopened the public hearing.
John Osborne, 19413 Styles Lane, asked for clarification concerning the cost to pave one-thousand
feet of roadway. Mr. Swanson explained that the frontage improvements other than the two-lanes
of through traffic are included in other provisions of the tentative map conditions which will be
phased along with the development of individual segments of the subdivison.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there was no one else present wishing to speak on the matter and
closed the public hearing.
Council Member McGeorge offered Ordinance No. 2215 for first reading, an ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Redding approving entering into the amended and restated Development
Agreement between the City of Redding and Shasta View Investments relative to the development
of the Oak Meadow Estates Subdivision including the amendment of Condition of Approval #13 B
under Streets and Circulation to require the completion of Shasta View Drive no later than October
7, 2003, and a new condition creating a$500 per lot fee payable at building permit issuance on Phases
2-5 of the Subdivision to be placed into an account specified for the construction of Shasta View
Drive subject to the City Attorney's review.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Cibula, that the full
reading of Ordinance No. 2215 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the ordinance
by title only. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application RZ-7-97, Located at 1350 Spinnaker Drive (south
of Quartz Hill Road), by Herb McGetrick
(L-010-230)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding Rezoning
Application RZ-7-97, by Herb McGetrick.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication -Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing -Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning Manager Keaney highlighted the Report to City Council dated May 5, 1998, incorporated
herein by reference, regarding Rezoning Application RZ-7-97, on property located at 1350 Spinnaker
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Drive and areas generally south of Quartz Hill Road, by Herb McGetrick and the City of Redding.
Mr. Keaney related that at its meeting of April 28, 1998, the Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council approve the rezoning request from"U" Unclassified District and "U-F" Unclassified
District with Site Plan Review Combining District to"R-1" and"R-1-B2A" Single-Family Residential
Districts, "OS" Open Space District, and"OS-I" Open Space Combining District. The rezoning was
initiated by Mr. McGetrick in order to subdivide the property. The parcel is 43 acres and is the area
currently being considered with Tentative Subdivision Map Application S-4-97, River Ridge Terrace
Subdivision, Units 2-4. The "R-1" and "R-1-B2A" Single-Family Residential Districts and the use
of a combining district were based on lot sizes. The area of smaller-lot development would be
rezoned to"R-1,"which is consistent with the surrounding area, and would be developed at a density
consistent with the General Plan designation of "Residential, 2.0 units per acre." The `B2A"
Combining District would allow creation of two-acre minimum lot sizes. This designation was
recommended for the area of larger-lot development shown on the tentative map.
It is staff's opinion that the proposed rezoning will ensure consistency with the General Plan and
surrounding development and provide protection of open-space corridors. Therefore, it is the
recommendation of staff that the City Council approve the negative declaration and approve the
rezoning application as recommended by the Planning Commission.
John Kinion, 3491 Treasure Isle Court, pointed out that the rezoning application includes 95 percent
of his property. He asked if approval of the rezoning application may only be given once or may the
area be subdivided again later. Mr. Keaney explained that the rezoning application was expanded to
include the portion of property currently classified "U" Unclassified, and the recommendation was
to designate the property"OS" Open Space District. Regarding the future subdivision of the area,
Mr. Keaney noted that it may be possible to subdivide the area zoned "B2A," two-acre minimum lot
sizes, further; however, the land form creates access problems. He explained that the designation
gives future property owners an idea of what the space is for. Mr. Kinion confirmed that he cannot
build on the property designated open space.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there was no one else present wishing to speak on the matter and
closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
amendments to section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to the rezoning request
of certain real property in the City of Redding,by Herb McGetrick, requesting a rezoning of property
at 1350 Spinnaker Drive (South of Quartz Hill Road and River Ridge Terrace Subdivision), Unit 1
from "U" Unclassified District to "R-1" Single Family Residential District, and "OS" Open Space
District or more restrictive districts be approved as presented and make the following findings:
1. The project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
2. The project will not significantly alter existing land form;
3. The project is compatible with surrounding land use;
4. The 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 Anderson offered Ordinance No. 2216 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 to "R-1" and "R-1-B2A" Single-Family Residential Districts,
"OS" Open Space District, and"OS-I" Open Space Combining District in the City of Redding (RZ-7-
97).
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that the
full reading of Ordinance No. 2216 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the
ordinance by title only. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-2-98, Open Space Easement within the
Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 14, by Signature Northwest - Located along Blue Bell Drive and
Shadow Brook Lane
(A-010-040)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding
Abandonment Application A-2-98, Open Space Easement, by Signature Northwest.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication -Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing -Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Planning Manager Keaney summarized the Report to City Council dated March 9, 1998, incorporated
herein by reference, regarding Abandonment Application A-2-98, abandoning a portion of dedicated
open space located in Country Heights Subdivision, Unit 14. Mr. Keaney reported that at its meeting
of March 10, 1998, the Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve the
abandonment of a portion (0.53 acre) of dedicated open space located to the rear of eight single-
family residential lots in an"R-1-BFM" Single Family Residential District and "U-FP" Unclassified
District with Floodplain Combining District. He added that the proposed abandonment area is made
up of level ground at the top of steep slopes to the rear of residential lots. If the abandonment
request is approved, the applicant intends to add the area to the rear of each of the eight residential
lots. The abandonment resolution has a condition for the applicant to record a property-line
adjustment prior to recordation of the resolution. Mr. Keaney indicated that the Planning
Commission made findings for abandonment of open space as required by the California State
Government Code.
It is the recommendation of staff to make the necessary findings for abandonment of open space,
approve the environmental negative declaration, approve the abandonment request and adopt the
resolution. The applicant will then process a property-line adjustment to add the level areas to the
rear of eight single-family residential lots. At the time the property-line adjustment is recorded, the
City Clerk will record the resolution of abandonment.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the matter and closed
the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that
ordering the abandonment of a portion (1/2 acre) of a dedicated open space easement located to the
rear of eight single-family residential lots on Blue Bell Drive and Shadow Brook Lane, adjacent to
units 10 and 14 of the Coun;ry Heights Subdivision (A-2-98) be approved and make the following
findings:
1. The project is compatible with the Redding General Plan;
2. The project will not significantly alter existing land form;
3. The project is compatible with surrounding land use;
4. The 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
MOTION: Made by Council McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution
No. 98-69 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the
abandonment of a portion(1/2 acre) of a dedicated open space easement located to the rear of eight
single-family residential lots on Blue Bell Drive and Shadow Brook Lane, adjacent to units 10 and
14 of the Country Heights Subdivision (A-2-98). Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members -None
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Resolution No. 98-69 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING-Accepting the 1998-99 Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Programs
(G-100-030)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding the 1998-99
Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs.
The following document is on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication -Notice of Public Hearing
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that no protests were received.
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated May 19,
1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Community Development Advisory
Committee's recommendations for 1998-99 CDBG funding from the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development(HUD). Mr. Starman indicated that the City of Redding is eligible to receive
$919,000 in CDBG monies from HUD for 1998-99. He added that the primary objective of the
CDBG program is to provide grant dollars to develop and implement plans that provide decent
housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities, principally to the benefit of
persons of low-and moderate-income. The Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC)
recently concluded a two-month process of reviewing and ranking project applications for CDBG
funding. CDAC has now finalized recommendations to City Council for the 1998-99 program year.
Mr. Starman reported that this year, the amount of funds available for distribution is $1,042,382. In
addition, to the City's annual allocation of$919,000, there are certain monies that have been returned
for reallocation. This year there are $119,470 available for public service activities, $257,320 for
Housing Management Services, $91,900 for Planning activities, $91,900 for Administration of the
CDBG program and $481,792 for non-public service activities. Continuing, Mr. Starman stated that
the CDAC utilized both a matrix scoring system and group discussion and evaluation to reach a
decision. Included in the summary of projects, is a secondary option of committing supplemental
resources in the amount of $118,510 to the following projects through reallocation of Housing
Management Services monies: (1) additional monies to the Convention Center for ADA
improvements; (2) the Mercy Foundation North project to expand the Golden Umbrella facility;
(3) the Yuba Street Streetscape design project; and (4) fire engine acquisition. Any monies
appropriated from the Housing Management Services component would be replaced by the Housing
Set-Aside redevelopment monies.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council approve the Community Development
Advisory Committee's recommendations for use of the City's 1998-99 CDBG funds including
reallocation of$118,510 of Housing Management Services monies as specified.
Rick Bosetti, representing the CDAC, noted that he is available to answer any questions City Council
may have in regard to the decisions made by the Committee.
Mayor Kehoe determined that there was no one present wishing to speak on the matter and closed
the public hearing.
Mayor Kehoe expressed concern that the funding recommendations appeared incongruous with the
rankings. Mr. Starman explained that the Committee considered a number of factors including
whether the request was justified in addition to focusing on the needs that met Council's priority
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Mr. Bosetti conveyed that as the Committee examined each application, it considered how the funds
could be leveraged toward the overall amount of a project. He said the quality of presentations was
also considered.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-70 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting
the Action Plan for 1998-99, and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary documents and
submit the plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and approving the
Community Development Advisory Committee's recommendations for use of the City's 1998-99
Community Development Block Grant funds including reallocation of $118,510 of Housing
Management Services monies as outlined in Attachment B (Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
modifications to the Convention Center, Golden Umbrella facilities expansion project through Mercy
Foundation North, Yuba Street Streetscape Design and underwriting the purchase of a Type II Fire
Engine for the City of Redding).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Mayor Kehoe
Absent: Council Mennoers -None
Abstain: Council Members -None
Resolution No. 98-70 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENT - re Board of Directors of Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum on the River
(C-070-250)
City Manager Warren outlined the Report to City Council dated May 15, 1998, incorporated herein
by reference. Mr. Warren reported that the City of Redding has been asked by the nominating
committee, represented by Dee Domke, to participate as a member of the Turtle Bay Museums and
Arboretum on the River Board of Directors. He indicated that the request is a reasonable one
considering a major portion of the operation is funded by the City of Redding, and will continue until
at least June 1999.
It is the opinion of the City Manager that given the monetary support the City contributes to the
Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum,the City of Redding should have ongoing communication with
the Turtle Bay Board of Directors. Therefore, it is recommendation of the City Manager that a City
Council Member be appointed to serve as an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that City
Council Member Cibula serve on the Board of Directors of the Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum
on the River in an ex-officio, non-voting member capacity. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - re Adopting a City Council Policy for Donated Solid Waste Services Relating to
Community Events or Activities
(A-050-060-555 & S-020-100)
Assistant City Manager Pc-ry summarized the Report to City Council dated May 11, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, in regard to provision of donated solid waste services for
community events or activities. Mr. Perry related that each year, the Solid Waste Utility receives
requests from community service groups asking for the provision of free solid waste service for their
events or activities. To the extent the utility provides such donated service, the cost for containers,
labor, equipment and waste disposal is a cost funded by all customers. Mr. Perry added that in
looking into whether or not to provide donated service, when such service should occur, and who
would qualify to receive it, there is not any set policy or guideline, nor is there authority to provide
such service without a charge for services.
It is staff's recommendation that City Council adopt a policy establishing guidelines for the donation
of solid waste services. It is estimated that on an annual basis, the proposed policy would cost the
utility about $4,000. At $250 per event, the utility could assist 16 events.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that Resolution
No. 98-71 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting City Council
Policy No. 214, provision of solid waste services for community events. Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 98-71 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - re Adopting a City Council Policy Establishing a Rate Protection and Investment
Fund for the Solid Waste Utility
(A-050-060-555 & S-020-500)
Assistant City Manager Perry highlighted the Report to City Council dated May 11, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the establishment of a rate protection and investment fund
policy for the Solid Waste Utility. Mr. Perry reported that over the next two years, the Solid Waste
Utility will have several significant capital expenditures. In addition, the utility needs to look at
investing in automation in order to reduce operating costs, to reduce the chance of injury claims, to
reduce the cost of recycling, and to increase revenue from recycling. To that end, the department is
beginning a study of automating the State-mandated recycling and green waste programs along with
beginning a savings plan for planned investments. This investment plan will serve as a guide to allow
for continued improvements with minimum effect upon rates. To achieve this, staff is proposing that
an early pay-off fund be created for the utility to save funds for various capital investments, rate
stabilization, or early debt retirement. The final decision on what goes into the fund and how the fund
is used will be through the City's annual budget process.
It is staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt the policy to create a Rate Protection and
Investment Fund for the Solid Waste Utility.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula; seconded by Council Member Anderson, that
Resolution No. 98-72 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding adopting
City Council Policy No. 1408, rate protection and investment fund for the solid waste utility.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members -None
Resolution No. 98-72 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PROPOSED PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT - re Civic Center
(C-050-025)
Assistant City Manager Perry summarized the Report to City Council dated May 12, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the request from the Building and Construction Trades
Council for the City to enter into a Project Labor Agreement for the new Civic Center. Mr. Perry
reported that a letter was received from the Building and Construction Trades Council of
Northeastern California requesting that the City of Redding enter into a project labor agreement
(PLA)for the new Civic Center. Also received was a copy of the draft agreement proposed by the
Building and Construction Trades Council. He added that several local general contractors, the
Shasta Builders Exchange, the Associated General Contractors and two other cities were contacted
to discuss the pros and cons of a PLA. Since the project will be a prevailing wage contract, staff
believes the contractor should be given as much flexibility as possible for hiring, scheduling and
project management without adding on more complex or uncertain issues. At this point, staff believes
there is no benefit to the City of Redding, and a labor agreement would reduce the number of
contractors that intend to bid on the project, thereby increasing the cost of the project through
reduced competition. Therefore, it is staff's recommendation that the City Council decline to enter
into a project labor agreement.
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Dwight Evans, 3310 Panorama Drive, President of the Northeastern Building and Construction
Trades Council, expressed support for project labor agreements. He said he has always had success
with projects being completed on time and within budget and apprentice training is available to assure
quality construction.
Ty Hixson, 3787 Oro Street, representing Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Northern
California, stated that AGC strongly opposes PLAs for public agencies for the following reasons:
openshop contractor bids could be more expensive, and PLAs place more regulations on a public
project.
Philip E. George, 7029 Granada Drive, expressed his opposition to project labor agreements.
Larry Russell, 16010 Cloverd.le Road, Anderson, spoke in favor of project labor agreements for the
following reasons: PLAs provide training for apprentices and they provide a safer workplace.
Phil Geitz, 2772 Kenco, business representative for Local 1559, spoke in favor of a PLA because,
in his opinion, it provides the highest level of skilled labor and a competitive bid process.
Mike Daniels, 13516 Twin View Blvd., stated that PLAs offer a great opportunity for young people
interested in a career in the construction business to work as an apprentice.
Council Member Kight stated that he respects labor unions and is in full support of the apprenticeship
program, however, a PLA should be established between contractors, not municipalities. He added
that the City should not dictate who a contractor may or may not hire.
Council Member Cibula opined that the construction of the Civic Center is a very important and
visual project and it should be done efficiently. Recalling the concerns raised in the staff report, he
noted that staff may not have had enough time to investigate the matter thoroughly. Council Member
Cibula expressed support for the PLA in concept and directing the City Manager and City Attorney
to negotiate the specific details.
Mayor Kehoe stated that the City has limited experience with PLAs. He conveyed that he would like
further information on this matter, and he recommended that the City initiate a dialogue between the
trades and the contracting community to learn more about how PLAs function.
Noting that the bid will be released on Friday, Council Member Anderson stated that there is not
enough time to investigate this matter further. He, consequently, could not support this request.
Council Member Anderson echoed Council Member Kight's comments that contractors should be
given the flexibility to negotiate their own contracts, and municipalities should not be involved in
these agreements. He pointed out that Public Works contracts are prevailing wage jobs.
Council Member McGeorge stated that the City's track record on Public Works projects is very
good. He stated that this job has a Project Manager and Project Inspector, and that is sufficient for
the City's needs.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Mayor Kehoe, to agree, in concept, to a
project labor agreement and direct the City Manager and the City Attorney to negotiate specific
details, or include as an alternate in the project bid to review the actual cost.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Cibula and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Anderson, Kight and McGeorge
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members -None •
The Motion failed three to two.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, to decline the
request from the Building and Construction Trades Council for the City to enter into a Project Labor
Agreement for the new Civic Center. Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kight, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Cibula
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members -None
MOTION: Made by Mayor Kehoe, seconded by Council Member Cibula, to direct staff to initiate
dialogue with the Building and Construction Trades Council to expand the City's knowledge base
of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs).
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Cibula, McGeorge and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - Anderson and Kight
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members -None
PROPOSED AMENDMENT -Redding Municipal Code Chapter 18.90, Relative to Increased Pole
Sign Heights for Interstate 5 Interchange Businesses
(L-010-500-050)
Development Services Director Swanson provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
May 5, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the proposed amendment of Title 18,
Chapter 18.90, Signs. At its April 28, 1998, meeting, the Planning Commission voted 7 to 0 to
recommend that the City Council not amend the Sign Ordinance to allow increased pole-sign heights
for interchange businesses. It is the opinion of the Planning Commission and staff that allowing
increased pole-sign heights would actively encourage existing and new businesses to install maximum
height signs in order to match the competition. In addition, it will open the door to other freeway-
oriented businesses seeking a similar privilege.
It is the opinion of the Planning Commission and staff that the existing Sign Ordinance adequately
provides for the signage needs of Redding businesses without significantly impacting the quality of
the City's skyline. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the
City Council not amend the Sign Code at this time. This action would leave the existing code
unaltered to address the signing needs of all the businesses in the community.
Dave Rutledge, Chair of the Redding Planning Commission, indicated that the Commission
deliberated this issue at length and concurs with staff that the existing sign ordinance is adequate and
should be left intact.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, to not
amend the Sign Code ordinance. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
VEHICLE LICENSE FEE REVENUE - State Legislation
(L-040-300)
Administrative Services Director Bachman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
May 12, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, relating to the request for City Council's position
on proposed State legislation which reduces or eliminates vehicle license fees. Mr. Bachman
explained that the proposed changes range from complete elimination of vehicle license fees with no
revenue backfill to local governments, to reductions in vehicle license fees with increased subventions
from the State to keep local government whole. Because vehicle license fee revenue is an
unrestricted General Fund revenue source, these funds are used by the City of Redding for such
essential services as police, fire, street maintenance and recreation and parks activities, and a loss of
$3 million in General Fund revenue (10 percent of the General Fund) would result in dramatic
cutbacks.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council take a position opposing any State legislation
which would reduce the City of Redding General Fund revenue by reducing or eliminating vehicle
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license fees. It is further recommended that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign letters to
the appropriate State officials making this position known.
Council Member Anderson recommended that City Council take a proactive stance to the proposed
legislation and convey to the State that local government should be reimbursed for any loss in revenue
due to a reduction or elimination of vehicle license fees.
City Manager Warren noted that the City has a very competent lobbyist who recommended that the
City approach this positively and seek a constitutional amendment that guarantees cities will continue
to receive funding equal to what is currently being collected.
It was the consensus of City Council to take a pro-active, positive approach to any State legislation
which would reduce vehicle license fee revenue to the City of Redding.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS re West Central Landfill
(S-020-900)
Arnold Erickson requested that City Council ask Shasta County to open for public input the
environmental impact and subsequent addendum on the West Landfill or prepare a new environmental
impact report. Mr. Erickson expressed concern that Knauf waste and other hazardous wastes are or
will be buried in the landfill. He indicated that the City, along with the public, is being put at risk by
the County.
Linda Andrews, Igo, stated that local agencies have a limited time to respond to the California
Department of Toxic Substance Control (CalTox)Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Ms.
Andrews stated that she is concerned about CalTox and how it will affect people living near landfills.
She asked Council to review and respond to the Draft EIR.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - re Knauf Fiberglass Plant located in the City of Shasta Lake
(E-020-010)
Steve Codner, 4265 Waushara Avenue, expressed concern about the community's quality of life if
the Knauf Plant is approved for operation. He related that the Environmental Impact Report for the
proposed Knauf plant reveals that fiberglass and cancer causing particles will be released into the air.
He asked City Council to protect the community from this hazard and oppose construction of the
plant.
Theresa Ann Cooper Turner, 3684 Silverwood Street, said that the employment opportunities the
Knauf Fiberglass Plant will offer are important; however, the health of the community is more
important and she urged City Council to use ifs influence and prevent Knauf from opening a plant in
Shasta Lake City.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(A-050-060-450)
Patricia Cogburn, 4397 Eagle Nest Road, congratulated Mayor Kehoe on his election to the Shasta
County Board of Supervisors.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Kehoe stated that the City Council will adjourn to closed session to discuss the following:
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9 (a):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
City of Redding v. Tri Counties Bank, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 134735
(L-100)
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: City-owned surplus property at 2425 Sonoma Street
Negotiating parties: Phil Perry and Buford Holt from ChrisfUnity Church
(C-070-200)
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At the hour of 10:05 p.m., Mayor Kehoe adjourned the meeting to closed session.
At the hour of 10:30 p.m., Mayor Kehoe reconvened the meeting to regular session.
It was the consensus of City Council to decline the offer to purchase property at 2425 Sonoma Street,
Redding.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 10:31 p.m., Mayor Kehoe declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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