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City Council, Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
1313 California Street
Redding, California
March 2, 1999, 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Anderson.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Paul Rowe of the Cow Creek Community Church.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Anderson with the following Council
Members present: Cibula, Kight, Pohlmeyer, and McGeorge.
Also present were City Manager Warren, Assistant City Manager Perry, Deputy City
Manager Starman, City Attorney Wingate, Director of Development Services Swanson,
Director of Electric Utility Feider, Support Services Director Kersten, Director of Community
Services Gorman, Finance Officer Strong, Administrative Services Director Bachman,
Transportation Manager Duryee, Senior Planner Haddox, Management Analyst Dent,
Planning Manager Keaney, Interim City Treasurer Ervin, Senior Planner Morgon, City Clerk
Strohmayer, Assistant City Clerk Moscatello, and Executive Secretary Miller.
RESIGNATION OF INTERIM CITY TREASURER
(A-050-100)
City Clerk Strohmayer read the letter of resignation submitted by Interim City Treasurer Julie
Ervin, effective March 3, 1999, in order that a new City Treasurer may be appointed.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer,
to accept the resignation of Interim City Treasurer Ervin, effective March 3, 1999. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
APPOINTMENT OF CITY TREASURER
(A-050-100)
It is recommended that Allyn Feci Clark be appointed to serve as City Treasurer, effective
March 3, 1999, to serve the remainder of the unexpired term through April 11, 2000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer,
to appoint Allyn Feci Clark as City Treasurer, effective March 3, 1999, through April 2000.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
City Clerk Strohmayer administered the Oath of Office to newly appointed City Treasurer
Clark.
PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION PLAQUE
(B-080-050)
An Appreciation Plaque was presented to Ken Gifford for service on the Redding Board of
Appeals from March 1991 to January 1999.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Regular Meetings of February 2 and February 16, 1999
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Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register
(A-050-100-500)
It is recommended that Accounts Payable Register No. 16, check numbers 265903 through
266281 inclusive, in the amount of $2,469,048.78, for the period February 16 through
February 26, 1999, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 17, check numbers
458594 through 458986 inclusive, and electronic deposit transaction numbers 59738 through
59246, in the amount of$1,391,016.09, for the period February 7 through February 20, 1999,
be approved.
TOTAL: $3,860,064.87
Treasurer's Report - January 1999
(A-050-100-600)
Total Treasurer's Accountability - $100,816,349.31
Total City of Redding Funds, Funds Held in
Trust, and Funds of Related Entities - $161,052,773.05
ACR133 and Cash Reconciliation Report - January 1999
(F-205-095-650)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the ACR133 Report and the Proof
of Cash Reconciliation for January 1999 be accepted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2238 -re Rezoning Application RZ-8-98, on Properties Located on Blue
Bell Drive, Shadow Brook Lane, and Misty Glen Drive, by Signature Northwest
(L-010-230, S-100-108)
It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2238 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to
the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding to "R-1-BFM" Single Family
Residential District (RZ-8-98).
ORDINANCE NO. 2239 - re Amendment to Redding Municipal Code adding Chapter 18.31,
"GI" General Industrial District
(L-010-500-050)
It is recommended that Ordinance No. 2239 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Redding adding Section 18.31, "GI" General Industrial District, to the Redding
Municipal Code.
Property Status Report
(C-070)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council accept the Property
Status Report as of February 19, 1999, 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.
Request by Civil Air Patrol for City-Owned Office Trailer
(C-050-100)
It is recommended that staff be authorized to prepare a list of potential buyers for the nine
City-owned trailers which will be available upon completion of the new Administration
building; that staff be authorized to select a representative from a local mobile dealer to
provide an estimate of the individual and group value and make recommendations on which
trailers should be bid as a package; and that the Civil Air Patrol be advised that if the City
cannot sell a trailer, the City could consider making it available for use subject to the
following terms:
The Civil Air Patrol will:
• Transport the trailer to the Airport at their cost
• Obtain any required permits
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• Install all utilities at their cost
• Negotiate with the City for ground and building lease at the Municipal Airport
• The trailer would remain the property of the City/Airport
• Assume maintenance and ADA requirements
It is recommended that the trailers be declared surplus upon relocation of the occupants to
the new Civic Center.
Demolition and Disposition of Caltrans Buildings and Reconstruction of the North Side of
the Civic Center
(C-050-025)
Subsequent to an agreement with Caltrans, the City is to acquire property on the southeast
corner of Akard and Cypress Avenues no later than August 1, 1999. Staff recommends that
the metal buildings on the site be offered to the Mountain Gate Community Services District
per request, if guarantee can be made for removal by July 1, 1999; if not, staff will issue a bid
for demolition. It is recommended a change order be prepared with the Civic Center
contractor to reconstruct the area, subject to competitive bids from contractors with the
requirement to begin and complete work between July 15, 1999, and December 29, 1999, to
cooincide with the opening of the buildings.
Amendment to Design Services Contract with JDC Associates for Repair of the Transfer
Facility's Push Walls and Bid Incentives
(S-020-650)
It is recommended that the City Council authorize amendment of the Transfer Facility design
repair contract with JDC Associates in the additional amount of $13,200 for services as
follow:
1. Protect the northeast corner of the customer unloading area;
2. Design for proper support of the fire sprinkler system;
3. Design for easier removal and replacement of the steel plates in the push wall
area;
4. Preparation of bid documents;
5. Review of work and shop drawings during construction;
6. Design contingency for unforeseen conditions to provide the proper repair.
It is recommended that a bonus incentive be authorized in the amount of$400 a day for each
day that the surge area is completed early; conversely, if the work is not done within six
weeks, the bid would be lowered by $400 per day.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3244, One Aluminum Refuse Transfer Trailer
(B-050-100, S-020-650)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Bid Schedule No. 3244, one
aluminum refuse transfer trailer, be awarded to Interstate Manufacturing, Inc., in the amount
of$49,335.
Award of Bid - Bid Schedule No. 3245, One Transfer Tractor
(B-050-100, S-020-650)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that Bid Schedule No. 3245, one
transfer tractor, be awarded to Allstate Volvo/GMC of Redding, in the amount of
$90,549.10.
Supplemental Design Services for the Civic Center
(C-050-025)
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council authorize staff to
obtain professional services on an as-needed basis for City-initiated changes using existing
funding sources, with any exceptions submitted to the City Council for approval.
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Additional Review of City Priority Projects by the Community Development Advisory
Committee (CDAC)
(G-100-030-043)
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the CDAC not be asked to review
projects previously approved by the City Council, but that it continue to provide advice to
Council regarding remaining Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of
$500,000 per year, and that staff be directed to amend the Citizen Participation Plan
accordingly. Council would continue to hold a public hearing each year as required by the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Resolution - Proclaiming Community Tree Planting Day and Arbor Week and
Recognition of Tree Line USA Utility Award and Tree City USA Award
(A-050-220-075)
It is the recommendation of the Director of Support Services that Resolution No. 99-33 be
adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring March 5, 1999, as
Community Tree Planting Day, otherwise known as Arbor Day, and March 7 through 13,
1999, as Arbor Week.
The Director of Support Services reported that the City is the recipient of the Tree City USA
Award for the eighteenth consecutive year as well as the Tree Line Utility Award, and these
awards will be presented on Friday, March 5, at 12:00 noon at the Teen Center in Caldwell
Park.
Resolution - re Abandonment of a Portion of Westside Road and Canyon Creek Road, by
the City of Redding (A-1-98)
(A-010-040)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Resolution No. 99-34
be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to
vacate portions of Westside Road and Canyon Creek Road, generally located south of their
intersection with Buenaventura Boulevard(A-1-98), and that a public hearing be set for 7:00
p.m., April 6, 1999.
Report re Planning Commission Resolution for Standard Use Permit Conditions
(L-010-390)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Council accept the report
regarding Planning Commission Resolution No. PC-1-99 authorizing adoption of standard
use permit conditions, adopted on February 9, 1999.
License Agreement for Artwork Displays at Redding Municipal Airport
(A-070-080, A-090-100)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that City Council approve the
License Agreement for use as a standard agreement permitting artists to display their work
at the Redding Municipal Airport and delegating authority to negotiate the license fee and
execute the agreement to the Airports Manager.
Resolution - re Annexation Proceedings on Property East of Airstrip Road and North of
Tarmac Road (AN-2-98), by Lon Tatom and
Resolution - Providing for the Transfer of Tax Revenues
(A-150-255, T-010-650)
It is the recommendation of the Development Services Director that Resolution No. 99-35
be adopted, a Resolution of Application by the City Council of the City of Redding requesting
the Local Agency Formation Commission to initiate proceedings for the reorganization of
territory east of Airstrip Road and North of Tarmac Road.
It is recommended that Resolution No. 99-36 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding providing for the transfer of tax revenues for a reorganization proposal.
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Development Services Department 1999 Calendar and 1998 Year End Report
(A-050-122)
The Development Services Director submitted the Department's 1999 Calendar and 1998
Year End Report for Council's review.
Award of Bid-Bid Schedule No. 3247, Replacement of Steam-Turbine Control System for
Y2K Readiness at Redding Power Plant
(B-050-100, E-120-150-500)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Bid Schedule No. 3247,
replacement of steam-turbine control system for Y2K readiness at the Redding Power Plant,
be awarded to APC Rust Integrated Solution, Inc., in the amount of$220,589.
Resolution - Appropriating Previously Approved Supplemental Funds for the Civic Center
Project
(B-130-070, C-050-025)
It is the recommendation of the Administrative Services Director that Resolution No. 99-37
be adopted, a resolution of the City of Redding approving and adopting the sixteenth
amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 98-92 appropriating $1,316,329 approved on
February 16, 1999, for the Civic Center Project.
Resolution - Summarily Vacating a Slope Easement at Dana Drive, State Route 44, and
Hilltop Drive by Discovery Village, LLC
(A-010-040)
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that Resolution No. 99-38 be adopted,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding summarily vacating a slope easement
reserved by Caltrans for the City of Redding affecting the northwesterly corner of property
located between State Highway 44 and Dana Drive, adjoining the Hilltop Drive right-of-way.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, that
all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson
Noes: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members -None
Abstain: Council Members - None
Resolution Nos. 99-33, 99-34, 99-35, 99-36, 99-37, and 99-38 are on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution re Use of Tax Increment Funds for the Turtle Bay
Museums and Arboretum Facility
(C-070-250-250R-03 0-050-310)
The hour of 7:00 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing re the use
of tax increment funds for the Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum facility. The following
documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Report to City Council dated February 22, 1999
Statement of Intended Use of Funds
City Clerk Strohmayer advised that one written protest was received.
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
February 22, 1999, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the proposed use of up to $7
million of tax increment funding from Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project Area
for the Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum facility. At its special meeting of February 22,
1999, the Redding Redevelopment Agency (Agency) approved a Funding Agreement with
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Turtle Bay for the use of redevelopment funding subject to the following conditions being met
within 24 months of execution of the Agreement:
• Turtle Bay will secure all other funding necessary to complete the complex;
• The City Council will consider the proposed use of funds and must be able to make
all of the necessary findings required by Redevelopment law;
• Turtle Bay will provide written evidence that a $5 million endowment is in place and
will be utilized according to parameters previously set by the City;
• A Funding Agreement for the Pedestrian Bridge will be executed between the
Agency, City, and Turtle Bay; and
• The existing Ground Lease with the City of Redding will be modified to provide for
City ownership of any buildings funded by the Agency.
Mr. Starman stated that the purpose of tonight's public hearing is to make the necessary
findings with regard to the second condition. He related that Sections 33445, 33678, and
33679 of the Health and Safety Code require that prior to the commitment of redevelopment
funding for this type of activity, the legislative body shall hold a public hearing on the
proposed use of funds and, if appropriate, make the required findings.
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that the City Council adopt the
resolution making the required findings and approving the use of redevelopment funds for the
Turtle Bay project as set forth in the Statement of Intended Use of Funds.
George Brkich, 2600 Red Bud Lane, #20, Anderson, voiced opposition to the use of
redevelopment funds for Turtle Bay Museums and Arboretum and suggested that the City
separate itself from Turtle Bay. As he stated was recommended by the Wolfe Report, Mr.
Brkich opined that the issue should be placed on a ballot to determine whether there is citizen
support. He asserted that "those who want it should pay for it." He requested that a
newspaper article he previously submitted to the City Clerk's office regarding what he feels
is an appropriate use of redevelopment funds be entered into the minutes. He thanked City
staff for its cooperation in response to his requests for information.
Tim Stautberg, 2641 Casabella Drive, Member of the Board of Trustees of Turtle Bay,
advised that Redding is uniquely situated to create a visitor experience unlike any other in the
world. He said that the citizens are fortunate to have a community, City, and local
foundations willing to provide support and financial resources to make Turtle Bay a reality.
Mr. Stautberg requested that Council support the project for the benefit of the entire
community.
Frances Jenkins, 2652 Sharon Street, pointed out that people do not value the same things
in the same way. In response to the term, "Let those who use it pay for it," Ms. Jenkins
opined that it would be detrimental if this theory were applied to the library, Skate Park, Kids
Kingdom, and other projects the City provides assistance for the enjoyment of its citizens.
She said that the Turtle Bay project could mean added financial resources and benefit for the
community and she hoped that Council would approve it.
Dave Scott, 1056 River Ridge Drive, related that he is a supporter of Turtle Bay for
educational reasons and to promote environmental awareness. He believed the project would
attract tourism, create jobs, increase transient occupancy tax, and industry to the City. Mr.
Scott requested that Council support Turtle Bay.
Mayor Anderson determined there was no one else present wishing to address this matter and
closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Kight, that
Resolution No. 99-39 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
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approving the use of tax increment funds to assist with the development of the Turtle Bay
Museums and Arboretum facility, and making the following required findings:
1. That the improvements are of primary benefit to the project area from which the funds
are derived or to the immediate neighborhood in which the project is located;
2. That no other reasonable means of financing the improvements are available to the
community;
3. That the payment of funds for the improvements will assist in the elimination of blight
within the project area; and
4. That the provision of the proposed improvements by the Agency is necessary to
effectuate the purposes of the redevelopment plan of the project area.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Cibula, Kight, McGeorge, Pohlmeyer, and Anderson
Noes: Council Members -None
Absent: Council Members - None
Abstain: Council Members -None
Resolution No. 99-39 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
(B-080-600-100)
Mayor Anderson related that there was an opening on the Community Development Advisory
Committee, and he recommended the appointment of Frances Jenkins, to serve an unexpired
term to December 1, 2000.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Pohlmeyer, to
approve the appointment of Frances Jenkins to the Community Development Advisory
Citizens' Committee, to serve an unexpired term through December 1, 2000. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
SPORTS COMPLEX COMMITTEE - Final Report and Recommendations
(B-080-600, P-050-600-200)
City Manager Warren provided a brief overview of the Sports Complex Committee's findings
and recommendations, incorporated herein by reference. He related that the five-member
Committee recommends that staff be directed to take the next steps in development of the
sports park, as follows:
• Obtain appraisals of land to be acquired;
• Acquisition of land;
• Report and recommendation of findings relative to the use of Redevelopment Agency
funds;
• Preparation and circulation of a request for proposal for architectural services.
Mr. Warren stated that he directed staff to create a timeline for implementing steps in the
development of the Sports Complex as outlined in the staff report, to be presented at the
March 16, 1999, Council Meeting.
It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council accept the final report and
recommendations of the Sports Complex Committee, and that the Committee be allowed to
dissolve.
Kent Dagg, Vice Chair of the Sports Complex Committee, thanked his fellow Committee
members and City staff for their assistance in completing the report. He reported that the
Committee's task was to identify a 200-acre site which fit the selection criteria, being
amenable to public access, potential for expansion, and conformance with the General Plan.
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He said that eighteen potential sites were narrowed to one location near the junction of
Highway 44 and Old Oregon Trail, and that J.C. Dragoo, a sports complex consulting firm,
performed a site analysis and needs assessment. Mr. Dagg referred Council and staff to the
Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study, incorporated herein by reference,
for the consulting firm's recommendations and suggested phases of the project. He noted that
J.C. Dragoo strongly recommended the acquisition of additional property to the south toward
Highway 44. While he admitted the site is not the best site in Shasta County and there are
traffic access and wetland mitigation problems, Mr. Dagg concluded it is the only site meeting
the City's requirements and any problems that surface can be worked through. He thanked
Council for the opportunity to serve on the Committee and requested that it be dissolved.
On behalf of Council, Mayor Anderson extended compliments and thanks to the Committee
members.
Mr. Warren stated that staff would return at the Council Meeting of March 16, 1999, with
a timeline on performing the steps outlined by the Committee as noted above.
Helen Kelley, 9787 Abernathy Lane, suggested that other area residents in the audience this
evening may also wish to address Council this evening. She related concerns of increased
traffic in the area already heavily traveled by City trucks, increased noise associated with the
transfer station, the rock crusher from the proposed glass beneficiating facility, and
disturbance from stadium lighting. Ms. Kelley stated that there is City-owned land available
which would be more appropriate for the Sports Complex. She advised that neighborhood
residents would not want to sell for expansion of the site and would fight that action. Ms.
Kelley acknowledged, however, that the Committee members did a good job.
Karen Hoyle, 2175 Tarmac, asked what the City's plans are for acquiring land south of the
proposed Sports Complex site where she owns property.
Deputy City Manager Starman explained that no expansion is contemplated which would
include acquisition of property against any property owner's will or by condemnation. Mr.
Dagg clarified that the Committee's recommendation is to purchase property to the south
only as it becomes available.
City Manager Warren advised area residents that their contact at the City is Director of
Community Services Gorman.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Cibula, to accept
the final report and recommendations of the Sports Complex Committee and approve
dissolution of the Committee. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CITY STAFF WORK PLAN PRIORITIES
(A-050-080, E-050)
City Manager Warren presented the list of projects and tasks established by City Council in
1998. Mr. Warren stated that the list is provided at this time per the request of Council
Member Kight to consider establishing at least one priority as being most important.
Council Member Kight said that he believes economic development is one of the most
important of the listed items and has not been given the attention it deserves. He cited high
unemployment rates, twice the state average, and said there are thousands of workers
underemployed, or working at a wage beneath their skill level. Council Member Kight noted
that 6% of the work force jobs are in manufacturing compared with 20% in government
employ, and pointed out that the planned purchase of 100 acres dedicated to attracting
industry has not been accomplished.
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Council Member Kight related that there is an apparent lack of focus on economic
development, while the City addresses capital improvements and projects such as Turtle Bay.
He said that the City's economic goals were to create 1,500 industrial-type jobs in five years,
raise wages to that of state average, lower unemployment rates to state average, and improve
quality of life. Council Member Kight stated that quality of life begins with a good job so that
families can afford basic necessities, but currently there are people having a difficult time
feeding their children. He opined that the City needs to commit to economic development
in order to make it happen, and he asked that Council reprioritize the project list so that
economic development is at the top.
Mayor Anderson said that while the items on the projects and tasks list is in random order,
economic development is one of his top five priorities.
Council Member Kight related that economic development is the answer to many of the other
funding issues within the City. He said the City needs to provide work for its people in order
to increase the General Fund. Council Member Kight suggested there is more the City can
do for economic development than dedicating $126,000 per year to the Economic
Development Corporation, and the whole community needs to be involved in the process.
Council Member Pohlmeyer agreed with Council Member Kight, and said that as long as the
City has high unemployment rates, whatever can be done should be done within financial
limits. Council Member Pohlmeyer suggested that economic development be a regular item
on the agenda, perhaps once a month, in order to determine what progress is being made. He
invited suggestions from the public and members of the Economic Development Corporation
to assist in identifying a solution.
Council Member Kight said that talking about economic development would not produce
results and stressed that the City needs to move ahead with a detailed plan.
Council Member McGeorge emphasized that Council and staff have been working on an
economic development plan and it just needs to be implemented.
In response to Mayor Anderson, Council Member Kight stated that he would be willing to
work with staff on identifying an economic development plan within a reasonable time period,
and he appreciated Council's consideration.
Council Member Cibula agreed that economic development is a top priority and said he
supported taking practical steps toward implementation of a plan.
It was the consensus of Council that Council Member Kight be appointed to work with staff
on economic development, identifying means for attracting industry to the area, and the
proposal to purchase 100 acres for an industrial park.
ACQUISITION OF MODULAR FURNITURE FOR THE NEW CIVIC CENTER
(C-050-025, B-050-100)
Assistant City Manager Perry provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
February 23, 1999, relating to a proposal to purchase modular furniture for the new Civic
Center. He provided Council with five alternatives as follow:
1. Use only existing furniture, which would still require the purchase of 40 new
workstations. This option was not priced as it does not fit the design.
2. Reconfigure 61 existing workstations and buy 113 new workstations, estimated cost
$420,000. This may present a problem with matching furniture. It will also require
a combination of bids, including a bid to move and reconfigure the existing furniture.
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3. Purchase all new furniture through an open bid, estimated cost $500,000 to $541,800.
4. Purchase all new furniture through an existing government purchase contract,
estimated cost $500,000.
5. Buy all refurbished furniture, estimated cost $460,500.
It is the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that City Council approve Alternative
No. 4, acquiring all new furniture by existing government contract. The final approval would
come from Council on a purchase agreement and approval of a bid for installation once firm
prices are obtained.
Council Member Cibula suggested a combination of Alternative No. 2 and No. 4. He stated
that he preferred using as much of the existing furniture as possible for the savings potential,
but that Alternative No. 4 could be used if more furniture is needed.
City Manager Warren stated that Council approval is necessary in order for staff to explore
using a government contract, and the information will be brought before Council at a later
date.
Mr. Perry explained that government contracts which have been bid through the competitive
process are already set at low rates, and the vendor may have to give rebates if they have
given anyone the lower rate. He said that staff's goal is to price it both ways and return with
the numbers.
Mayor Anderson suggesting donating any excess furniture to other government agencies or
charities should the amount be nominal.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Cibula, seconded by Council Member McGeorge, to
approve a combination of Alternatives 2 and 4 as outlined in the staff report, to include
salvaging existing usable workstations for use with new workstations acquired through
government purchase contract; directed staff to explore government purchase contracts and
report findings to Council. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ANNUAL REPORT and
RESOLUTION - Setting Public Hearing for Consideration of 1999-2000 Annual
Assessments and
REIMBURSEMENT OF CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGES
(A-170-015-002)
Deputy City Manager Starman provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
February 11, 1999, regarding the Downtown Redding Business Association Annual Report.
The report highlights accomplishments for the past year and identifies activities and
improvements to be funded for the coming year, with assessments proposed to be collected
within the Downtown Redding Business Improvement District (DRBA). Last year, BID
assessments totaled approximately $28,000, and the DRBA anticipates collecting up to
$30,000 in the coming fiscal year.
Mr. Starman reported that in the first year of assessments, the DRBA was responsible for
billing and collecting assessments, and after the first year the City was to take responsibility
with DRBA reimbursing the City for its costs. The DRBA is responsible for collecting all
delinquent accounts. This is the third year of collecting assessments, and though the City
could have required the DRBA to reimburse for costs associated with billing and collection
last year, Council waived the collection costs for one year at the request of the DRBA. Mr.
Perry stated that the DRBA has made the same request this year.
It is the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager that City Council approve the DRBA
Annual Report, adopt the resolution setting a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., March 16, 1999,
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to consider levying the 1999-2000 annual assessment, and that the DRBA be required to
reimburse the City for its administrative costs of approximately $1,750 for billing and
collection of assessments as required by the Agreement between the City and the DRBA.
Council Member McGeorge advised that he would like to continue waiving the administrative
charges because of the Association's hard work and to foster the partnership.
MOTION: Made by Council Member McGeorge, seconded by Council Member Cibula, to
adopt Resolution No. 99-40 declaring the City's intention to levy and collect an annual
assessment for fiscal year 1999-2000 in the Downtown Business Improvement District and
setting a public hearing for March 16, 1999; and waived the City's administrative charges in
the amount of$1,750. 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. 99-40 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - Electric Utility
(B-130-070)
Electric Utility Director Feider provided an overview of the Report to City Council dated
February 17, 1999, incorporated herein by reference, regarding the Electric Utility's Monthly
Financial Report for January 1999. Retail revenue through January is on target with
expectations, while wholesale power sales to date are 24.5%, or $4,350,804, above
projections. Total operating revenue is 10.3%, or $6,247,623, above plan, and operating
revenue after energy costs is a strong 19.5%, or $4,902,504, above projections.
Mr. Feider advised that the total cost of electricity through January 1999 is $1,345,118 above
projections. The Utility's earnings before interest, depreciation, and amortization were
27.4%, or$5,432,926, above plan. The current outstanding balance for the Debt Reduction
Program is $156.8 million.
It is the recommendation of staff that the report be accepted as presented.
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 January 1999 as presented. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - General Fund
(B-130-070)
Administrative Services Director Bachman highlighted the Report to City Council dated
February 22, 1999, incorporated herein by reference, concerning the General Fund's Monthly
Financial Report for January 1999. Total revenue to date is $20.4 million, or $671,405
(3.2%)below staffs original cash flow estimate. Expenditures to date total $22,196,710, or
$1,530,809 (6.5%) below staff's original cash flow projection.
It is the recommendation of staff that the City Council accept the Monthly Financial Report
for January 1999.
MOTION: Made by Council Member Kight, seconded by Council Member Cibula, to accept
the General Fund's Monthly Financial Report for January 1999. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 8:07 p.m., Mayor Anderson declared the
meeting adjourned.
APPROVED
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