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City Council, Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
July 7, 1998 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by Council Member Kight.
111 The invocation was offered by Pastor Dale Edwardson, Redding Neighborhood 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, Administrative Services Director Bachman, Support Services Director Kersten, Electric
Utility Director Feider, Police Chief Blankenship, Fire Chief Wagner, Airports Manager Dinger,
Finance Officer Strong, Housing Manager Flory, Economic Development Asset Manager Hiller,
Geographic Information Systems Manager Coats, Recreation Superintendent Carpenter, Personnel
Analyst Niemer, Senior Planner King, Parks & Facilities Manager Masingale, Utilities/Customer
Service Director Vokal, Financial Management Specialist Sundin, Marketing/Media Manager Baker,
Budget Officer Davis, Working Supervisor-Parks Cannon, Management Analyst Dent, City Clerk
Strohmayer and Assistant City Clerk Moscatello.
PRESENTATION - Appreciation Plaques presented to Rick Bosetti for service on the Redding
Planning Commission, and John Dunlap and Alan Hill for service on the Economic Development
Corporation
(B-080-300 & B-080-150)
Mayor Kehoe and Vice Mayor Anderson presented Appreciation Plaques to Rick Bosetti for service
on the Redding Planning Commission from March 1988 to May 1998; Alan Hill for service on the
Economic Development Corporation from November 1993 to June 1998; and John Dunlap for
service on the Economic Development Corporation from June 1994 to May 1998.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting of March 23, 1998; Regular Meeting of April 21,
1998, Special Meetings of May 1, 1998, Regular Meeting of May 5, 1998 and Special Meeting of
May 6, 1998.
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register 24, for the period June 16, 1998, through June
30, 1998, check numbers 259337 through 259930 inclusive, in the amount of$2,395,101.47; ,Payroll
Register 25, for the period May 31, 1998, through June 13, 1998, check numbers 49944 through
50407 inclusive, and electronic deposit--check numbers 450342 through 450837 inclusive, totaling
$1,478,443.06; and Payroll Register 26, check numbers 50413 through 50885 inclusive, and electric
deposit--check numbers 450838 through 451312, totaling $1,382,395.95 for the period June 14,
1998, through June 27, 1998, be approved.
TOTAL: $5,255,940.48.
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Treasurer's Report - May 1998
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability $ 80,515,487.06
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in Trust
and Funds of Related Entities $144,516,798.71
ACR133 Report and Cash Reconciliation
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that the ACR133 Report and Cash
Reconciliation as of May 31, 1998, be accepted.
Ordinance No. 2217 - Redding Municipal Code Section 18.38.010, "B" Combining District
(L-010-500-050)
It is the recommended that Ordinance No. 2217 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Section 18.38.010, Regulations, of Redding Municipal Code Chapter
18.38, "B" Combining District regarding lot size, dimensions and setback standards.
Ordinance No. 2218 -Redding Municipal Code Section 10.20.040, Possession or Consumption of
Alcoholic Beverages in City Parks
(A-110-100)
It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2218 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City
of Redding amending Subsection B.2. of Redding Municipal Code Section 10.20.040, Possession or
Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in City Parks, adding Library Park to the list of parks in which
persons may consume or possess alcohol subject to obtaining the appropriate permits and approvals
Resolution - Agreement with Griffin Grant Writing& Consulting, Inc.
(G-100)
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that Resolution No. 98-93 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving entering into an agreement with GGW&C, Inc.,
doing business as Griffin Grant Writing & Consulting. A retainer of $95,000 shall be paid to
. Contractor for services and if$1,000,000 in City approved grant funding is not received, Contractor
shall reimburse the $95,000 retainer to the City.
Property Status Report - June 1998
(C-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that the City Council accept the Property
Status Report as of June 1998, which includes the following: (1) Surplus City Property; (2)
Leases/Renewal of Leases of City Land; (3) Offers to sell land to the City; and (4) City-initiated
purchases of land.
PACE Engineering - Agreement re Construction Staking for Civic Center
(C-050-025)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council approve the agreement with
PACE Engineering to provide engineering services for the construction staking of the new Civic
Center facility for an amount not to exceed $29,300. Funds are included in the overall budget for the
construction management of the new Civic Center facility under the category of topographic maps,
surveying, geotechnical, and soil testing. Work shall commence on or about July 15, 1998, with a
target date for completion of August 1, 1999.
Wheelabrator Shasta Energy - Agreement for Wood Chips
(S-020-550)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council authorize bypassing the
formal bidding process and extending the current contract with Wheelabrator Shasta Energy for two
years at the current price of$9.00 a bone-dry ton for wood chips.
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Community Development Block Grant Program
(G-100-030-043)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that City Council approve the Community
Development Advisory Committee's recommendations relative to next year's funding process for the
1999-2000 Community Development Block Grant Program:
• Initiate the funding process one week earlier(approximately January 15, 1999)
• Provide a work session for CDAC members regarding the rating and ranking process
• Require a mandatory pre-application meeting for all applicants, including City departments,
and explain the process and requirements of the program.
• Conduct pre-contract meetings with sub-recipients/departments as necessary to ensure
program compliance. This action is reserved for large-scale projects that require special
coordination.
• Review City Council and CDBG goals prior to the next rating/ranking process
• Base final recommendations to the City Council on a final rating and ranking session by the
Committee.
• Provide the calendar for the 1999-2000 program year and revise the funding application for
greater practicality.
Namaste Video Productions - 3rd Amendment to Contract for Videotaping Services
(A-050-060)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that City Council approve Addendum No. 2
to the contract for videotaping services changing the effective date for increasing the fee for
videotaping services to July 1, 1998.
Development Services Monthly Activity Report - May 1998
(A-050-122)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council accept the monthly
activity reports through May 1998, for the following work areas:
1. Zoning, Subdivision and General Plan Amendments
2. Building and Population
3. General Plan Update
Rejection of Bid Schedule No. 3198 - re One(1) 26,500 lb GVW Four Wheel Truck Cab and Chassis
for Crash 72 and Request for Approval to Rebid
(B-050-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council reject all bids
received under Bid Schedule No. 3198 for one(1) 26,500 lb. GVW four wheel truck cab and chassis
for Crash 72 and authorize staff to rebid the project with more precise specifications to ensure
acquisition of a truck cab and chassis that will meet the Federal Aviation Administration's
requirement and stay within available budgeted funds.
Aero Engravers- First Amendment to Lease re Portion of Evergreen Facility at Redding Municipal
Airport
(C-070-100 & A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that the City Council approve the
First Amendment to Lease with Aero Engravers modifying the insurance requirements of its lease for
the Evergreen Facility located at the Redding Municipal Airport effective July 8, 1998. Aero
Engravers has requested a waiver of the property insurance requirement for coverage of the
equipment it owns which will be stored in the City's facility.
M/E Systems Engineering - Consultant/Professional Services Agreement re Remodeling Municipal
Airport Terminal Building
(A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council approve an
increase in the amount of $7,283.20 to the consultant and professional services agreement with M/E
Systems Engineering for the Municipal Airport terminal remodeling design for two modifications to
the plans and specifications.
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Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3199, Purchase of Single-Phase, Pad-Type Distribution
Transformers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 3199, purchase of
single-phase, pad-type distribution transformers for the period August 1, 1998, through July 31,
1999, be awarded to Central Maloney, Inc., in the evaluated amount of$276,326 (includes power
losses). Central Maloney's actual bid price for the evaluated quantities is $158,413. It is also
recommended that the Purchasing Officer be authorized to extend the contract one year at the same
prices, terms and conditions if deemed prudent and mutually agreeable to Central Maloney, Inc.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3200, Purchase of Three-Phase, Pad-Type Distribution
Transformers
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Electric Utility Director that Bid Schedule No. 3200, purchase of
three-phase, pad-type distribution transformers for the period August 1, 1998, to July 31, 1999 be
awarded to Pauwels Transformers, in the evaluated amount of$306,327 (includes power losses).
Pauwels' actual bid price for the evaluated quantities is $163,858. It is also recommended that the
Purchasing Officer be authorized to extend the contract one year at the same prices, terms and
conditions if deemed prudent and mutually agreeable to Pauwels Transformers.
Shasta County Arts Council - Funding and Lease Agreements for Fiscal Year 1998-99
(B-130-030, C-070-100 & C-050-500)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that City Council approve the Funding
Agreement for the Shasta County Arts Council for a one-year term from July 1, 1998, through June
30, 1999, in the amount of$20,700. The City will also support the Arts Council by printing a bi-
monthly newsletter and activities calendar. Funding for this support is budgeted in the Convention
and Visitors Bureau division of the Convention Center Enterprise Fund.
It is also recommended that the Lease Agreement for Old City Hall for the period July 1, 1998,
through June 30, 1999, be approved. The Lease Agreement provides that the City will maintain the
facility, including the furnishing of janitorial services, at an estimated annual cost of$23,000. In
addition, the City will pay for utility services at an estimated annual cost of$9,600. Funds for these
activities are included in the Support Services budget.
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association - Promotional Agreement
(B-130-030-700)
It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that City Council approve the
Promotional Agreement with Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (SCWA) for the period July
1, 1998, through June 30, 1999. The Agreement continues the relationship with SCWA to furnish
a staff person to serve as the General Manager of the agency. The amount of this agreement is
approximately $25,500, a $58,000 reduction from the previous agreement, due to a department
reorganization and the assignment of the General Manager to work directly with the Redding
Convention and Visitors Bureau and work for SCWA as secondary to that. Funds are available in
the Convention and Visitors Bureau budget.
Resolution - re Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 1999
(B-130-070 & A-050-135)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Department that Resolution No. 98-94 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing the appropriation limit
for Fiscal Year 1998-99 for the City of Redding in the amount of$101,522,665.
Assembly Bill 2065
(L-040-300)
It is the recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council authorize the Mayor to submit letters
in opposition to Assembly Bill 2065. AB2065 would prevent cities from requiring a business license,
regulator license or permit from any home-based business which does not have more than one
employee, two deliveries and one client visit per hour to the home-based business.
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Public Works Quarterly Report - Third Quarter 1998
(A-050-300)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council accept the Public Works
Quarterly Report for the third quarter of 1998.
Notice of Completion - re Bid Schedule No. 3182, Akard Avenue Utility Undergrounding
(B-050-020)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 3182 (Job No. 9411-
03) Akard Avenue Utility Undergrounding, awarded to Joe Carter Construction, be accepted as
satisfactorily completed, and that the City Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion. The
final contract price was $83,166.30 which is 6 percent under the City Council authorized amount.
Rejection of Bid Schedule No. 3194 - re Redding Police Department 8,000 Gallon Fuel Tank
(B-050-100)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director and the Chief of Police that City Council reject
all bids received under Bid Schedule No. 3194 for an 8,000 gallon modular fuel tank and dispensing
system needed at the Redding Police Department. It is recommended that the scope of the project
be reduced to removal of the old tank and decontamination of the site. Under this proposal, the fuel
tank will not be replaced. This action allows the City to comply with the requirements of the
Environmental Protection Agency and the State of California while staying within its authorized
budget. Fuel will be purchased using a card lock system using local vendors.
Acceptance of Final Map - Country Heights, Unit 16, Phase 5 (S-6-95), by White Hawk Partners
(North of Canyon Creek Road and West of Buenaventura Boulevard)
(S-100-108)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council accept the final map for
Country Heights, Unit 16, Phase 5 (S-6-95), authorize the Mayor to sign the subdivision agreement
and instruct the City Clerk to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder.
Resolution Accepting Streets - Acceptance of Improvements for Lancer Hills Subdivision, Unit 4
(S-1-96), by Laura Baker (north of Movies 10)
(S-100-433 & S-070-230)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 98-95 be adopted, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation
Serranno Place and Burton Drive in Unit 4 of the Lancer Hills Subdivision. It is also recommended
that City Council accept the improvements in Lancer Hills Subdivision, Unit 4 as satisfactorily
completed, and that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the developer.
Resolution - Appropriating Funds to Cover Unanticipated Expenditures in the City Attorney's Office
(B-130-070 & A-050-050)
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Resolution No. 98-96 be adopted, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding approving and adopting the 25th amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 97-111 appropriating $38,000 from the General Fund Reserve for unanticipated
expenses in the City Attorney's Office which were created by the departure of an Assistant City
Attorney and the hiring of a new Assistant City Attorney.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Anderson, 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. 98-93, 98-94, 98-95, 98-96, and Ordinance Nos. 2217 and 2218 are on file in the
office of the City Clerk.
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CITY COUNCIL AND REDDING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY JOINT PUBLIC HEARING -
Disposition of Redding Redevelopment Agency Property Located at 4421 Churn Creek Road
(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 at 4421 Churn Creek Road.
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 outlined the Report to City Council and Redding Redevelopment
Agency(RRA)dated June 24, 1998, incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Starman explained that
in February 1997, the RRA acquired property at 4421 Churn Creek Road and over one-half of the
front yard was deeded to the City for the final phase of the widening and realignment of Churn Creek
Road. The remainder of the property is improved with a five-bedroom, three and one-half bath,
single-family residence. On October 20, 1997, the Agency directed staff to sell the residence with
full disclosure and an Offer to Purchase was submitted by David Jack Lewallen dated June 8, 1998.
Mr. Starman stated that RRA directed staff to present a counter offer with a sales price of$48,870,
which equates to the property's fair market value of$56,000 less the estimated costs of$3,000 for
septic-system modifications; $500 for water damage repair; and $3,630 to cover the additional
damage caused to the roof by heavy rains.
It is the recommendation of staff that City Council approve the sale of property and make findings
that the sale will assist in the elimination of blight or provide housing for low- or moderate-income
persons and is consistent with the Implementation Plan. Mr. Starman conveyed that the requirement
to assist in the elimination of blight is addressed in the Summary of Disposition Report attached to
the Report to City Council and Redevelopment Agency. The contribution to blight removal is the
replacement of inadequate public infrastructure(the widening and realignment of Churn Creek Road)
and improved commercial activity on Churn Creek Road. The acquisition of the property for right-
of-way and the disposition of the unneeded portion is part of the final phase of the project. If Council
makes the necessary findings, it is recommended that the Agency approve the sale of the Agency's
property to David Jack Lewallen per the Residential Purchase Agreement.
Mayor Kehoe and Chair McGeorge determined that there was no one present who wished to speak
and closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, that
Resolution No. 98-97 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving
the sale of the Redding Redevelopment Agency property located at 4421 Churn Creek Road to David
Jack Lewallen and make the following findings in connection with the proposed sale:
(a) The sale of the property at 4421 Churn Creek Road will assist in the elimination of blight and
is consistent with 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; and
(c) The City Council hereby approves the sale of the Redding Redevelopment Agency property
located at 4421 Churn Creek Road to David Jack Lewallen.
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. 98-97 is on file in the office of the City Clerk
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PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District "A" - Levying of Assessments for Fiscal
Year 1998-99
(A-170-075-050)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding Landscape
Maintenance District "A."
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.
Support Services Director Kersten provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June
24, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding Landscape Maintenance District "A." Mr.
Kersten reported that the proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 1998-99 is $29.46 per lot and will
affect 14 subdivisions made up of 1,695 lots. Mr. Kersten stated that this assessment is the same
amount as fiscal year 1997-98. In addition, Mr. Kersten proposed that White Hawk Estates
Subdivision, Unit 2, comprised of 28 lots, be annexed into Landscape Maintenance District "A."
It is the recommendation of staff to adopt the resolution setting the assessment fee and include White
Hawks Estates Subdivision, Unit 2, to District "A."
Mayor Kehoe determined there was no one wishing to speak on this matter and closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-99 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding: (1)
ordering the annexation of Unit 2 of the White Hawk Estates Subdivision into Area 17 of the District;
(2) confirming the assessment diagram; and (3) ordering the levy of the annual assessments in the
amount of$29.46 per lot for fiscal year 1998-99 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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. 98-98 is on file in the office of the City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING-re Landscape Maintenance District"B" - Levying Assessments for Fiscal Year
1998-99
(A-170-075-051)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding Landscape
Maintenance District "B."
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.
Support Services Director Kersten provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June
24, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding Landscape Maintenance District "B." Mr.
Kersten reported that the proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 1998-99 is $71 per lot. Mr. Kersten
stated that this assessment is the same amount as fiscal year 1997-98.
In addition, Mr. Kersten proposed that Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2, comprised of 49 lots,
be annexed into Landscape Maintenance District"B" from Landscape Maintenance District "C." Mr.
Kersten explained that the assessment for lot owners in Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2, will
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increase from $7.46 to $71 per year because the lot owners are moving from a district that had no
developed landscaping to one where landscaping has been recently installed. The lot owners were
provided mail ballots as required by law due to the proposed increase in their assessment.
City Clerk Strohmayer announced the final tally of returned ballots as follows: fourteen (14) lot
owners voted in favor of the assessment and three (3) lot owners voted in opposition to the
assessment.
It is the recommendation of staff that City Council adopt the resolution levying annual assessments
and annexing Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2, into District "B."
Mayor Kehoe determined there was no one wishing to speak on this matter and closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-99 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding: (1)
ordering the annexation of Unit 2 of the Monterey Springs Subdivision (49 lots) into Area 8 of the
District; (2)confirming the assessment diagram; and (3) ordering the levy of the annual assessments
in the amount of$71 per lot for fiscal year 1998-99 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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. 98-99 is on file in the office of the City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING - re Landscape Maintenance District "C" - Levying of Assessments for Fiscal
Year 1998-99
(A-170-075-052)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding Landscape
Maintenance District "C."
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.
Support Services Director Kersten provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June
24, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding Landscape Maintenance District "C." Mr.
Kersten reported that the proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 1998-99 is $7.46 per lot for seven
subdivisions made up of 289 lots which is the same amount as fiscal year 1997-98. Mr. Kersten
stated that Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2, comprising 49 lots, is being detached from
Landscape Maintenance District "C" into District "B." Mr. Kersten explained that District "C" acts
as a temporary holding district for areas that either do not have landscaping yet or the landscaping
is pending acceptance by the City.
It is the recommendation of staff that City Council adopt the resolution levying the annual assessment
and detaching Monterey Springs Subdivision, Unit 2, from District "C."
Mayor Kehoe determined there was no one wishing to speak on this matter and closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-100 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding: (1)
ordering the detachment of Unit 2 of the Monterey Springs Subdivision; (2) confirming the
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assessment diagram; and (3) ordering the levy of the annual assessments in the amount of$7.46 per
lot for fiscal year 1998-99 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with
Section 22500 of the Streets and Highways Code).
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. 98-100 is on file in the office of the City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING- Resolution Amending Schedule of Fees and Service Charges
(F-205-600)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Kehoe opened the public hearing regarding the
Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
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.
Administrative Services Director Bachman reviewed the Report to City Council dated June 26, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, proposing adjustments and modifications to the fee schedule. Mr.
Bachman explained that the last blanket adjustment of the schedule was approved by City Council
on January 16, 1996; and since then, only some fees have been adjusted by City Council for specific
purposes. Mr. Bachman conveyed that most fees are being adjusted by an inflationary adjustment of
6.3%, which is equivalent to the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) between October 1995
and January 1998. It is the recommendation of staff that Council approve the Schedule of Fees and
Service Charges.
Mr. Bachman noted that water service and wastewater service connection fees were inadvertently
included in the packet and will be removed and brought back when Council reviews the water rates.
Edward Browne, 7932 Sans Souci Drive, Redding, expressed opposition to the increase in Airport
hangar fees. Mr. Browne stated that there is inadequate lighting and not enough electrical power
running to the hangars. If Council does raise the hangar fee, Mr. Browne asked if more and better
service could be provided within the hangars.
Larry Cole, 1220 Dusty Lane, Redding, stated that the hangars are in very poor condition and he
asked Council to determine if the increase in cost is commensurate with the condition of the hangar
before raising the fees.
Armal Owens, Redding, asked Council to look at how funds are being spent and determine if the fee
increases are really justified.
Mayor Kehoe determined there was no one else who wished to speak on this matters and closed the
public hearing.
Council Member Kight stated that by raising fees, the Airport will come closer to realizing a zero
subsidy by the general fund.
Council Member Anderson asked if the price of the hangar reflects the condition of the hangar.
Airports Manager Dinger responded that the hangar fee schedule is based on when the hangars were
built. Mr. Dinger stated that some hangars are subject to leaking during the rainy season; and staff
would like to repair the hangars, but it would be expensive. Mr. Dinger conveyed that staff offered
to relocate Mr. Cole but he declined.
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Council Member Anderson questioned if the fee should be based on the condition of the hangar. Mr.
Dinger responded that staff considered that alternative and determined that it would be cumbersome
to administrate.
Mayor Kehoe questioned if it would be more appropriate for the tie down penalty fee to be listed in
an area other than the schedule of fees and charges. Mayor Kehoe also expressed his preference to
increase fees based on cost rather than the CPI, and he inquired as to the rationale for charging a
small package delivery vehicle user fee.
Mr. Dinger indicated that the small package delivery vehicles use airport roads and gates, and the
proposed fee is consistent with what other airports charge. Development Services Director Swanson
pointed out that the cost of providing airport services is not being fully recovered, therefore, the
taxpayers must make up the difference.
Council Member Cibula expressed opposition to the new fee for reserving park areas. Recreation
Superintendent Carpenter conveyed that the department surveyed 35-40 cities from Sacramento north
and determined that this fee is consistent with what other cities are charging.
Council Member Cibula expressed concern about the increase in youth programs fees and asked why
there was an enormous disparity between the fee increases of various programs. Mr. Carpenter stated
that staff restructured the programs to meet the expectations and needs of the users; i.e., increasing
the number of field trips.
Council Member Cibula said he is less concerned about what it costs other cities to run their
programs than what it costs our City, and he asked staff to report back on the fee increases for youth
recreation programs.
In response to Council Member Anderson's question, Mr. Carpenter stated that the City is achieving
about 40% cost recovery on recreation programs. He pointed out that the youth camps are well
attended, and staff has developed programs for needy children to offset the more expensive programs.
City Manager Warren added that the City is trying to reach 60% cost recovery in order to reduce the
general fund subsidy.
Noting that the fee for a fireworks permit is increasing by 15%, Mayor Kehoe asked staff to provide
information to Council about the actual cost to issue a Public Display Fireworks permit.
Administrative Service Director Bachman noted that David M. Griffith and Associates prepared a
report updating the City's schedule of fees and service charges in 1990. Noting that it is about time
to update the fee schedule again, Mr. Bachman asked Council to consider hiring a consultant to
update the schedule before staff brings it back to Council. He explained that the schedule should be
adjusted by the CPI between updates.
Council Member Cibula conveyed that he is not inclined to vote for the increase in hangar fees unless
he knows the fair market value of the hangars. Council Member Cibula agreed with Mayor Kehoe
that the tie down penalty fee should be removed from the schedule of fees and charges and addressed
separately. Stating that the City should not charge an extra fee to use the parks, he reiterated
opposition to implementing a fee to reserve park space. Council Member Cibula asked staff to report
back on those youth program fees that are being increased by more than 8%, other than those
program fees being raised due to instructor costs.
Airports Manager Dinger affirmed that the hangars are at 100% capacity.
Council Member Kight stated that airport services should not be subsidized by the City, and he
supports implementation of a tie down penalty. Council Member Kight said he would like to know
the cost to provide airport services. In order to allow people to budget in advance, he recommended
regular fee increases, rather than a long time span between fee increases.
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Council Member Anderson suggested that a cost of service study be prepared every five years with
programmed increases during the interim. He asked staff to report back to Council on the cost of
such a study.
Mr. Bachman conveyed that there are other penalty fees in the fee schedule and placing the tie down
penalty fee in the fee schedule is not inconsistent with past practice.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Anderson, that
Resolution No. 98-101 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
its schedule of fees and service charges with the exception of fees relating to Airport Hangar Rental
Fees, Hangar Tie Down Penalty Fee, Park Reservation Fee, and certain Youth Recreation Fees.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Abstain: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 98-101 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that
Resolution No. 98-102 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
the schedule of fees and service charges to approve the Airport Hangar Rental fees as recommended
and implement the new Airport Hangar Tie Down penalty fee.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Cibula and Kehoe
Abstain: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 98-102 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Anderson, directing staff
to provide supplemental information relative to the Youth Recreation Fees with the exception of
those involving up to an 8% increase or those that have an agreement with an instructor. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member Kight, to not implement
a Parks Reservation fee. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
TRANSMISSION AGENCY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA- Appointment of Commissioner and
Alternate Commissioner
(E-120-250)
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Anderson, to appoint
Electric Utility Director Jim Feider as the City's representative and Electric Group Manager Frank
Ryan as the City's alternate representative to serve on the Commission of the Transmission Agency
of Northern California. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA POWER AGENCY - re Appointment of Commissioner and Alternate
Commissioner
(B-080-650-450)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, to appoint
Council Member Pat Kight as the City's representative and Electric Utility Director Jim Feider as the
City's alternate representative to serve on the Commission of the Northern California Power Agency.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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MODESTO-SANTA CLARA-REDDING - Appointment of Commissioner and Alternate
Commissioner
(E-120-500)
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, to appoint
Electric Utility Director Jim ['eider as Commissioner and Electric Group Manager Frank Ryan as the
City's alternate Commissioner to serve on the Commission of the M-S-R Public Power Agency. The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SENIOR CITIZEN'S FACILITY ADVISORY COMMISSION - Appointments
(B-080-450)
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, to appoint
Linda Davis and David Grabeal to serve as representatives for the Community Services Advisory
Commission; Sylvia Sheidell and Cecil Weaver to serve as representatives for the Senior Citizens'
Club of Shasta County; and Sharon Lassiter and Marge Kivley to serve as representatives for the
Soroptimist International to the Senior Citizen's Facility Advisory Commission for two-year terms
expiring May 1, 2000. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
REQUEST FOR WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE THE CITY - Letter from Ken Knighten
(W-030-500 & A-150)
Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June 22,
1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding a letter from Ken Knighten requesting water service
to his property on the west side of Abernathy Lane which is outside the City limits. Mr. Knighten
indicates that he is also agreeable to annexation of his property. Citing Council Policy #1401 which
states that the City will withhold services outside the City limits absent overriding considerations,
Mr. Perry conveyed that the general rule is not to provide service.
It is the recommendation of staff that City Council direct staff to advise Mr. Knighten that the City
will see if the County is interested in exploring a property tax exchange agreement to facilitate an
annexation. If the County is, the City would need to put together an annexation; and if not, staff
does not support development of unimproved property outside the city or providing City services.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, to direct staff
to advise Mr. Knighten that the City will determine if the County is interested in exploring a property
tax exchange agreement to facilitate annexations. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
TCI CABLE - Request for Change of Ownership to Falcon Communications
(T-040-050)
Assistant City Manager Perry summarized the Report to City Council dated June 26, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, relating to a letter from TCI requesting approval of change in
control of the cable system in Redding from TCI to Falcon Communications. The existing cable
franchise with the City expires December 1, 2001.
Mr. Perry conveyed that TCI has entered into a partnership with Falcon Holding Group and will own
47 percent of the new partnership to be known as Falcon Communications. Falcon Holding Group
will be the majority owner and responsible for day-to-day operations. Mr. Perry stated that AT&T
is merging with TCI on June 24, 1998, which may mean another ownership change down the road
to AT&T Consumer Services.
According to reports submitted by the Director of Community Services, all franchise fees have been
paid and all franchise requirements of the City have been met except for a disagreement over the
replacement cost of cable broadcast modules for Redding Community Access Corporation (RCAC)
and the Tourism Channel.
It is the recommendation of staff that City Council approve the transfer, authorize staff to advise the
Federal Communications Commission of such approval and direct staff to advise Falcon
Communications of the cable broadcast module issue. Staff will meet with the Falcon
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Communications and RCAC to see if a mid-point broadcast module package can be acquired that
meets the letter of the franchise, but provides some of the features RCAC feels it needs.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, to approve the
change of ownership of cable system from TCI to Falcon Communications, authorize staff to advise
the Federal Communications Commission of such approval and direct staff to advise Falcon
Communications of the cable broadcast module issue. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE - re Haven Humane Society
(A-130-150)
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated June 24,
1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the addition to Title 7 (Animals) of the Redding
Municipal Code. Mr. Starman indicated that the City Attorney's office discovered that the City has
never passed an ordinance that authorizes the Haven Humane Society to enforce Title 7 (Animals)
of the Redding Municipal Code. He added that in order to comply with Section 14503 of the
California Corporations Code, the City Attorney's office has drafted an ordinance for City Council's
consideration.
It is staff's recommendation that City Council adopt the ordinance and offer it for first reading by title
only.
Council Member Kight offered Ordinance No. 2219 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council
of the City of Redding adding Redding Municipal Code Section 7.04.005, Authority of Employees
of Contracted Public Pound, Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or Humane Society.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that the full
reading of Ordinance No. 2219 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the ordinance
by title only. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CUSTOMER INFORMATION & BILLING SYSTEM SOFTWARE - Request for Authorization
to Begin Negotiations for Purchase
(A-070-400)
Support Services Director Kersten summarized the Report to City Council dated June 25, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the request for authorization to begin negotiations for the
purchase of a customer information and billing system software package. Mr. Kersten stated that the
current automated system has been modified and patched since its development in the early 1970s;
and as the system grows and changes, programming each additional modification becomes an
increasingly more difficult task. In addition, the system is not Year 2000 compliant nor can it be
easily updated to meet the evolving needs of the water, wastewater, solid waste and storm drain
utilities.
Mr. Kersten explained that a technical and steering committee from 12 utilities was formed to develop
design specifications, to prepare a request for proposals (RFP), to review and evaluate the proposals
submitted and to make recommendations that could be presented to managers and governing boards
of the participating utilities. After a comprehensive review and analysis, ORCOM was the selected
finalist for an IBM AS400 solution.
It is the recommendation of staff to authorize staff to begin negotiations with ORCOM Systems for
the purchase of a Customer Information and Billing System software package. It is further
recommended that the Electric Utility pay the up front costs from reserves; the Electric Utility be
repaid during the current year from Solid Waste reserves, and that the other utilities repay with
interest their share of the system costs over a five-year period. Mr. Kersten stated that the net fiscal
impact over the next five years to acquire and implement the ORCOM solution is $1,308,931.
In response to City Council's questions, Mr. Kersten stated that the new system will increase service
to the public, be more efficient, save money and free up staff time from computer programming.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Cibula, to authorize staff
to begin negotiations with ORCOM Systems, Inc., for the purchase of a Customer Information and
Billing software package, and authorize the Electric Utility to pay the up-front costs from reserves;
the Electric Utility be repaid during the current year from Solid Waste reserves; and that the other
utilities repay with interest their share of the system costs over a five-year period. Upon completion
of negotiations with ORCOM, staff will submit a contract for Council's consideration. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - Setting Public Hearing re Abandonment Application A-7-91, by City of Redding
(Certain portions of Canby Road north of Dana Drive and east of the Mt. Shasta Mall)
(A-010-100)
Council Members Anderson and McGeorge abstained from discussion and voting on this matter.
Development Services Director Swanson highlighted the Report to City Council dated July 1, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding Abandonment Application A-7-91 regarding the
relinquishment of public-street rights to portions of the outer two driving lanes of Canby Road and
sections of the sidewalk on the west side to accommodate parking spaces and landscape
improvements associated with Gottschalks' addition to the Mt. Shasta Mall. It is the
recommendation of staff that Council set a public hearing for 5 p.m., July 28, 1998.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Cibula, that Resolution
No. 98-103 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding setting a public
hearing for 5:00 p.m., July 28, 1998, at 1313 California Street, to consider Abandonment Application
(A-7-91), declaring its intention to vacate portions of that segment of the Canby Road right-of-way
located north of Dana Drive and east of the Mt. Shasta Mall.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Cibula, Kight and Kehoe
Noes: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members - Anderson and McGeorge
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 98-103 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ELECTRIC UTILITY MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - May 1998
(B-130-070)
Electric Utility Director Feider highlighted the Report to City Council dated June 29, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Electric Utility monthly financial report for May 1998
and the Electric Utility Industry Activities update.
Retail power sales revenue through May is 9.1%or$6,265,075, below projections. Wholesale power
sales to date are 20.0% or $4,817,938, above projections due to favorable wholesale market
conditions and an ongoing, aggressive marketing campaign. Other revenue to date is $1,303,827
above projections. Total operating revenue is 0.2% or $143,311 below plan, and operating revenue
after energy costs is 1.7% or $868,791 below projections.
Mr. Feider advised that the total cost of electricity through May is 1.8%, or $725,480, above plan.
The net income after energy costs, other than operating expenses and net nonoperating revenues and
expenses was 33.5% or $3,162,367, above plan.
Mr. Feider related that the unseasonably cool weather reduced May rate reduction revenues by
approximately$250,000. However, a return to normal weather conditions along with the success of
the wholesale sales program and cost savings throughout the Utility are projected to keep the rate
reduction account on track with expectations. It is the recommendation of staff that the report be
accepted as presented.
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, to accept the
Electric Utility's Monthly Financial Report and the Electric Utility Industry Activities Update for May
1998, as presented. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
GENERAL FUND MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - May 1998
(B-130-070) •
Administrative Services Director Bachman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
July 1, 1998, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the General Fund monthly financial report
for May 1998. Total revenue to date is$32.2 million or $158,888 (0.5 percent) below staff's revised
cash flow projection. Expenditures through May 1998 (excluding encumbrances) total $34,626,275,
or$2,230,764 (6.I percent)below staff's original cash flow projection. It is the recommendation of
staff that Council accept the Monthly Financial Report for May 1998.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, that the
General Fund's Monthly Financial Report for May 1998 be accepted as presented. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION- re Teton Drive Street Assessment District No. 1998-1, Determining Assessments
Remaining Unpaid
RESOLUTION - Authorizing Issuance of Bonds
RESOLUTION - Awarding Sale of Bonds
(A-170-120-875)
Public Works Director August summarized the Report to City Council dated June 25, 1998,
incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Teton Drive Street Assessment District No. 1998-1.
Mr. August reported that on February 3, 1998, the City Council authorized staff to proceed with
formation of an assessment district and secure bond financing to reimburse the developer a portion
of the cost of constructing Teton Drive.
111 Mr. August stated that the remaining items of business to complete this assessment district are to
adopt resolutions (1) determining assessments remaining unpaid; (2) authorizing issuance of bonds;
and(3) awarding the sale of bonds. He indicated that to offset any costs the City may incur, the City
will receive an administration fee of$7,650. In addition, the Public Works Department will receive
$8,500 for assessment engineering and for compiling the Engineer's Report. It is anticipated that
these fees will offset any costs the City may experience due to the formation of the assessment
district. It is the recommendation of staff that City Council complete the proceedings for the
assessment district by adopting the aforementioned resolutions.
Mayor Kehoe expressed his opposition to approving these assessment district proceedings because
it breaks from past practice and does not require the bond service fees to be paid up front by the
developer.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, that Resolution
No. 98-104 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding determining
assessments remaining unpaid for Teton Drive Street Assessment District No. 1998-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Abstain: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, that Resolution
No. 98-10.5 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing issuance
of bonds for Teton Drive Street Assessment District No. 1998-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Abstain: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
MOTION: Made by Council Member Anderson, seconded by Council Member Kight, that Resolution
No. 98-106 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding awarding the sale of
bonds for Teton Drive Street Assessment District No. 1998-1.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Anderson, Cibula, Kight and McGeorge
Noes: Council Members - Kehoe
Abstain: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 98-104, 98-105 and 98-106 are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
ORAL COMMUNICATION
(A-130-150)
Elizabeth A. Peterson-Lacey, 2320 Canal Drive, asked City Council to approve an addendum to
Redding Municipal Code Section 7.04.140 regarding the number of dogs and cats allowed in•a
dwelling. Ms. Peterson-Lacey stated that she owns over 80 cats, they are healthy, they remain in the
house and do not create a nuisance. Ms. Peterson-Lacey proposed that additional dogs and cats be
allowed under special circumstances as outlined in her letter dated June 6, 1998.
Virginia H. Keyes, 645 Orchard Estates Street, submitted a petition requesting that Council deny
Elizabeth Peterson-Lacey's request to amend the City's ordinance to not limit the number of pets in
a household to no more than six. Ms. Keyes stated that this would set a bad precedent because not
all pet owners may be as conscientious as Ms. Peterson-Lacey.
Phyllis Pollock, 11329 Holly Road, stated that Ms. Peterson-Lacey takes good care of her animals
and they do not intrude on her neighbors. She asked Council to support Ms. Peterson-Lacey's
request.
Eloise Phelps, 710 Lincoln Street, stated that the Garden Tract area has an ongoing problem with
dogs and cats being nuisances and to allow additional animals in households will create an even bigger
problem.
City Attorney Wingate clarified that Ms. Peterson-Lacey's letter and the petition were placed on the
agenda under oral communications and City Council may not take action on this matter. He stated
that if Council wishes to consider this matter, it may direct staff to bring it back for consideration.
Mr. Wingate explained that Ms. Peterson-Lacey may apply for a kennel license through the Planning
Department.
Mayor Kehoe confirmed that Ms. Peterson-Lacey's option is to apply for a kennel license.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:08 p.m., Mayor Kehoe declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
Mayor
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City Clerk
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