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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1984-03-05 46 City Council , Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California March 5 , 1984 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Minute Clerk Rupp. The invocation was offered by Dr. Noble Streeter of the First Presbyterian Church. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gard with the Following Council Members present: Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard. Council Members absent: Demsher Also present were City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays , Public Works Director Arness , Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Director of Electric Lindley, Parks and Recreation Director Riley, Director of Finance Downing, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Executive Assistant Masingale, City Clerk Nichols, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer, and Minute Clerk Rupp. CONSENT CALENDAR The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar: Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of February 21 , 1984 Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 29, 1984 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Register CB-130-f10) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 17 , check nos. 96306 through 96634 inclusive, in the amount of $527,911.26, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 18, check nos. 187625 through 188200 inclusive, in the amount of $453,066.60, for the period February 12, 1984 through February 25, 1984, be approved. Total : $980,977.86 Claims for Damage and Personal Injury - 1st Hearing Elizabeth Reginato - Claim for Personal Injury filed 2/2.1/84 Recommend denial and referral to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Teresa Malesko by Attorneys Presleigh, Arel & Dunlap - Claim for Personal Injury filed 2/24/84 Recommend denial and referral to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Geraldine Hubbard, Guardian ad Litem for John E. Hubbard, by Attorney John D. Barr - Claim for Personal Injury filed 2/24/84 Recommend denial and referral to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) Laurie Ruth Ellis - Claim for Damages filed 2/24/84 Recommend payment in the amount of $17.18 (C-090-020) Liese Heimbuch by Attorney John D. Barr - Claim for Personal Injury filed 2/28/84 Recommend denial and referral to Insurance Carrier (C-090-050) 3/5/84 47 1 Pacific Bell - Claim for Damages filed 2/29/84 Recommend denial and referral to Insurance Carrier (C-090-020) Claim for Damages and Personal Injury - 2nd Hearing j Linda Loughridge - Claim for Personal Injury filed 1/16/84 ; Recommend denial (C-090-050) Award of Bid - Three Phase Pad Type Distribution Transformers (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1510, three phase pad type distribution transformers, be awarded to Westinghouse Electric Supply Company on its low bid in the amount of $134,795.96, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Six (6) 115 KV "V" Switches (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1511 , six (6) 115 KV "V" switches, be awarded to Maydwell and Hartzell on its evaluated low bid in the amount of $30,494.55, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Substation Steel Structures (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1512, substation steel structures, be rejected in total and the material be re-bid. Contract - CH2M Hill for Professional Services (L-010-500-150) Public Works Director recommends that a contract be approved retroactively with CH2M Hill to provide the necessary illustrative materials and flood profile data for the appeal of the 100 year flood plain mapping plan prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Airport Restaurant Lease Agreement - Norma J. Powers (C-070-100) and A-090-100) City Attorney recommends that Council approve the lease agreement for the Airport restaurant with Norma J. Powers, commencing December 1 , 1983 and terminating November 30, 1988, to operate facilities at the i old and new terminal buildings at the Redding Municipal Airport. y Revenue Sharing Agreement - Golden Umbrella (B-130-120) s City Attorney recommends that the Revenue Sharing Agreement for the fiscal year 1983-84, for the Golden Umbrella, be approved in the sum a of $15,000, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document. 1 Revenue Sharing Agreement - People of Progress, Inc. (B-130-120) City Attorney recommends that the Revenue Sharing Agreement for the fiscal year 1983-84, for the People of Progress, Inc. be approved in the sum of $1 ,000 for seeds and fertilizer and an estimated $600 for water service for the community garden, and that the Mayor be author- ized to execute the document. Revenue Sharing Agreement - Women' s Refuge (B-130-120) City Attorney recommends that the Revenue Sharing Agreement for the fiscal year 1983-84, for the Women' s Refuge, be approved in the sum of $9,000, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document. 3/5/84 f6 48 { Revenue Sharing Agreement - HELP, Inc. (B-130-120) City Attorney recommends that the Revenue Sharing Agreement for the fiscal year 1983-84, for HELP, Inc. , be approved in the sum of $5,000, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document. Revenue Sharing Agreement - Empire Hotel Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center (B-130-120) City Attorney recommends that the Revenue Sharing Agreement for the Empire Hotel Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center, for the fiscal year 1983-84, be approved in the sum of $5,000, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document. Resolution - re Lease Purchase and Sublease for Rodeo Grounds Grandstands (C-070-100 and C-050-560) City Attorney Hays advised in his memo to Council dated February 29, 1984, that the North Valley Bank has agreed to enter into a lease purchase agreement with the City of Redding for the grandstand units at the Rodeo Grounds. He said under this plan, the North Valley Bank becomes the purchaser of the grandstands and leases them to the City of Redding under a lease purchase program which results in an annual payment. The City will in turn sublease the grandstands to the Redding Rodeo Association, with the permission of the North Valley Bank. City Attorney recommends that Resolution No. 84-43 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Redding to sign grandstand lease documents. California Department of Forestry Permit - re City' s Use of Access • Road (C-175-750 and S-050-235) City Attorney recommends approval of a permit with the California Department of Forestry in order for the City to utilize the South Fork Mountain lookout road for access to Police radio equipment, for the period July 1 , 1983, through June 30, 1988, and that the City Manager be authorized to execute the document. r MOTION: Made by Council Member Pugh, seconded by Council Member Kirkpatrick, that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and adopted as recommended. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution Number 84-43, is on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letter from Bill Eggert - re Appeal of Parks and Recreation Commission' s Approval of Boat Race Permit • (E-020-100 and P-050-270) A letter was received from Bill Eggert, who lives in Lake Redding Estates , appealing the Parks and Recreation Commission' s approval of a boat race to be conducted April 14 and 15, 1984, on the Sacramento • River near Lake Redding Park. Mr. Eggert noted noise pollution as the major reason for his appeal . Mr. Eggert was not present at this time. • • 3/5/84 49 Councilman Pugh said he concurs that it will be noisy for the people who live in the area but that is not always avoidable. He felt it should be tried to see how good or bad it is for the community as a whole. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Gard, Parks and Recreation Director Riley advised that he believed the times for the races to be approximately 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. , both days. Mayor Gard suggested that if Council Members concur, it would be useful to monitor noise levels for the event. She suggested taking readings in Sunset Terrace, and West and Benton Tract subdivisions, Lake Redding Estates, and the end of West Street, for use as a data base for future decisions. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick upholding the decision of the Parks and Recreation Commission to allow boat races on the Sacramento River, April 14 and 15, 1984; and, that noise levels be monitored for future requests. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mayor Gard asked Mr. Perry to report back to Council with the noise readings. ORDINANCE - re Housing Authority Commission Designation (B-080-650-275) MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that full reading of Ordinance No. 1678 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Ordinance No. 1678 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding Municipal Code by repealing Section 2.68.020 in its entirety and substituting therefor new Section 2.68.020, pertaining to Housing Authority Commission designation. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Ordinance No. 1678 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. MAYOR GARD - Report re Local Government Advisory Committee Meeting (L-040-300) Mayor Gard reported on her recent meeting as a member of the Local Govern- ment Advisory Committee. She advised that the Committee consists of a large number of elected officials from all over the State. She said a noted economist, David Morris, spoke to the group and emphasized that cities should become more self-reliant. Mayor Gard reported that Assemblyman Sam Farr, Chairman of the Economic Development and New Technologies Committee, emphasized that when they are talking to companies interested in relocating to California, the two most important questions are: 1 ) What is the communities commitment to quality of life; and, 2) What is the communities commitment to education. She felt 111 this community has expressed its desire to increase its quality of life and compares very well to other cities of this size. She commented that the very favorable housing costs are an added incentive. She also noted that periodically, efforts have been made to establish a four-year college in Redding. 3/5/84 50 Mayor Gard further reported that the Committee plans to have four meetings a year and hopes to get all cities marching in the same direction and supporting each other as far as economic development is concerned. She asked for any ideas or suggestions to take to the next meeting and advised that she will type up her notes for all Council Members. Councilman Kirkpatrick said Redding has been in situations where it has wanted companies to relocate here, and support from other cities as well as from the State would be very helpful . AWARD OF BID - Aluminum Underground Cable (B-050-100) City Manager Courtney submitted for information the bid tabulation for Bid Schedule No. 1513, aluminum underground cable. He advised that the bids were opened on February 21 , 1984, and are still being evaluated. No action was required on this matter. 1984 ELECTRIC SYSTEM PROJECT FINANCING (E-090-160-220) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated February 28, 1984, which is incorporated herein by reference. He said for the past several months, staff has been involved with the preparation of a comprehensive financing program for the Whiskeytown Power Project and other electric utility system improvements needed during the next five years. Mr. Lindley listed the funding options reviewed by staff. He indicated that staff felt the best option is the financing program which includes financing the Whiskeytown Project and various system improvements listed in the Capital Improvement Program Summary for the next five years. Mr. Lindley pointed out that the financing program will consist of two phases. The Phase I program would be replaced by a new issue of debt coincident with the end of the three-year Phase I program and coincident with the additional bonding requirements projected for the 1986-87 and 1987-88 fiscal years. He noted that the impacts of the project financing will be to reduce the customer rate shock in the years coincident with, or prior to, the years in which the projects and programs are funded. Mr. Lindley advised that the City Attorney has prepared an ordinance for introduction under his portion of the agenda this evening. The draft installment payment contract, official statement, and trust agreement were submitted to Council . Councilman Pugh stated he felt the information Council has received from the Electric Department about electric system projects has been very beneficial and has enabled Council to have a much better understanding of the financial program. He felt staff has compiled a sensible package and one which will minimize the impact on rates. He said this type of program is very beneficial to everyone. Mayor Gard concurred and emphasized that this is just one more effort to protect the City's favorable electric rates. Councilman Fulton asked if it is realistic to include Lake Redding and Lake Red Bluff in this program. Mr. Lindley replied that Phase I does not include funding for construction of those two projects. He emphasized that the City will have a better picture in two or three years if it should proceed with either or both of these projects. Councilman Pugh pointed out that there are funds to continue studies for these projects. 3/5/84 51 This was an information item and no action was required by Council . SET PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, Mary Lake, by Trygve B. Slettland, et al (S-100-454) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting and discussion on this matter. Planning and Community Development Director Perry recommended that a public hearing be set to consider the appeal by Trygve Sletteland, et al , of Tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, Mary Lake, for 7:30 P.M. , March 19, 1984. He further recommended that the request to cul-de-sac Ridge Drive be referred to the Traffic and Parking Commission and to the Planning Commission for comment. In addition, he recommended that all lots fronting on Wisconsin and Ridge be notified and also that the remaining lots on Woodlawn, Waushara, Pebble, Oro, Travona, El Capitan, and Mt. Ashland be notified. Mayor Gard advised that she has abstained from voting on previous actions related to Mary Lake because a general plan amendment was included encompasing a much larger area and the boundary was directly adjacent to her property. She asked City Attorney Hays if she should continue to abstain even though the Mary Lark subdivision is a considerable distance from her property. Mr. Hays advised that it would appear that it is not necessary for her to abstain. Mayor Gard noted that she concurred with the wider notification recommended by the Planning Director. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M. , March 19, 1984, to consider the appeal by Trygve Sletteland, et al , of Tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, Mary Lake; and, that legal notification be expanded as recommended by the Planning Director. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining REQUEST TO SELL BEER - Men' s Fast Pitch Association (A-110-100) Parks and Recreation Director Riley advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission has recommended that the Men's Fast Pitch Association be given permission to sell beer during their 1984 tournaments at the Softball Park on the following dates: April 8-14 June 8-10 May 4-6 June 15-17 May 18-20 July 13-15 June 1-3 July 27-29 Councilman Kirkpatrick asked if any problems related to these activities have been reported in the past. Mr. Riley reported that they have not. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the request from the Men' s Fast Pitch Association to sell beer during their tournaments as listed above, subject to the four conditions as listed in the Parks and Recreation Director's memorandum to Council dated March 1 , 1984. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - Demsher 3/5/84 52 REQUEST TO SELL BEER - Shasta Wonderland Elite Athletic Team (A-110-100) Parks and Recreation Director Riley advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission considered a request from Shasta Wonderland Elite Athletic Team to sell beer at their annual Nor Cal three and ten-mile runs in Caldwell Park on Sunday, March 25, 1984. He stated that the Commission recommended denial of the request citing incompatibility with the event. In response to an inquiry from Councilman Fulton, Mr. Riley advised that this is a one day event and no problems have been reported in the past. Councilman Pugh asked about the proceeds from the sale of beer and Mr. Riley advised that all proceeds from the race will go to the high schools in the Shasta Union High School District to support cross country programs. Councilman Kirkpatrick asked if this is a change in posture by the Commission and Mr. Riley explained that some Commissioners felt it was inappropriate because some participants are under 21 years of age. Mayor Gard pointed out that there are softball participants under 21 also and this is why she consistently votes no on such requests. MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the sale of beer is in keeping with the nature of the short-term event, that no problems have been reported in the past, and, approving the request of Shasta Wonderland Elite Athletic Team to sell beer in Caldwell Park on Sunday, March 25, 1984, subject to the following conditions: 1 . That a $300 clean-up deposit fee and a certificate of insurance be on file in the City Clerk's office five days prior to the event; 2. That only paper cuts be used instead of cans or glass bottles; 3. That the sale of beer be carefully supervised by this organization during the event. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - Demsher PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS - March 1984 (A-050-300) Public Works Director Arness presented the Public Works Planning Reports for March 1984. PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment to the City Code Pertaining to Minimum Lot Size in the B District (L-010-500 and C-110-100) The hour of 7:30 P.M. , having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public hearing re amendment of Section 18.38.010 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to the minimum lot size in the "B" District. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated February 28, 1984, which is incorporated herein by reference. He stated that the Planning Commission unanimously 3/5/84 53 recommended amendment of the "B" Combining District to provide for a 15 ,000-square-foot minimum parcel size. He explained that the "B" District is a district which when combined with the basic use districts provides for greater parcel sizes. It is the opinion of both the Planning Commission and staff that the existing "B" District does not provide enough flexibility to encourage efficient subdivision design in areas designated for "2.0 units per acre" on the General Plan. Once street right-of-way and park dedications are subtracted, net lot sizes will average 15,000 to 20,000 square feet if a developer is to take advantage of the entire density credited to the property. Mr. Perry continued to state that the proposed "B-15" designation would allow minimum standards to be applied while providing flexibility in design without creating the potential for further subdivision after tracts are established. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the City Code be amended as stated, the negative declaration be ratified, and an ordinance be offered for first reading. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mayor Gard asked if Mr. Perry felt the specific criteria addressed the lot sizes. Mr. Perry responded that he felt they do since the maximum front-yard setbacks have been increased. MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff and making the following findings re amendment to the City Code pertaining to the "B" District: 1 . Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratifies the Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on February 14, 1984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1679 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Section 18.38.010 of the Redding Municipal Code by adding thereto line 815, pertaining to lot size regulations in the "B" Combining District. PUBLIC HEARING - re Amendment to Chapter 18.62 re Recreational Vehicle Parking (L-010-500 and C-110-100) The hour of 7:30 P.M. , having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public hearing re amendment to Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code pertaining to recreational vehicle parking. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. 3/5/84 54 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated February 29, 1984. He stated that the Planning Commission has unanimously recommended amending Section 18.62.130 of the Redding Municipal Code to reduce the required number of RV parking spaces in multi-family residential projects. He submitted a copy of the existing parking requirements and the draft negative declaration, as well as a report illustrating how the codes are being applied and giving the results of a survey conducted by staff of 29 apartment complexes. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the RV parking be revised to a fixed schedule as listed below: In each apartment project, RV parking shall be provided as shown on the following schedule: Units RV Spaces Required 0 - 10 0 11 - 30 1 31 - 50 2 51 - 70 3 71 - 90 4 91 - 110 5 111 - 130 6 For each additional 20 units , 1 additional RV space shall be provided. It is further recommended that the negative declaration be ratified and an ordinance be offered for first reading. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh approving the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff as stated above and making the following findings re amendment to Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code: 1 . Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form. 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use. 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California. and, ratifies the Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on February 14, 1984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilman Kirkpatrick offered Ordinance No. 1680 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing a portion of Section 18.62.130 and substituting therefor a new portion of Section 18.62.130, pertaining to off-street parking space requirements. AWARD OF BID - Bechelli Lane 12-Inch Water Line Replacement (B-050-020 and W-030-725) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Bid Schedule No. 1514, Bechelli Lane 12-Inch Water Line Replacement, be awarded to Cox & Cox Construction, Inc. on its low bid in the amount of $98,819. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining RESOLUTION - Summary Vacations of Sunset. West Subdivision Easements (A-010-100 and S-100-722) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that 3/5/84 55 Resolution No. 84-44 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding summarily vacating portions of certain easements in the Sunset West Subdivision. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Abstain: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 84-44 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. AGREEMENT - Redding Swim Club for Use of Enterprise High Pool (P-050-700-300) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the agreement with the Redding Swim Club for use of the pool at Enterprise High School , for the period June 1 , 1984 through December 31 , 1984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining ORDINANCE - Authorizing Execution of an Installment Payment Contract Pertaining to the 1984 Electric System Project (E-090-160-220) City Attorney Hays presented an ordinance for first reading which puts into effect the financing of the 1984 Electric System Project and authorizes the execution of the Installment Payment Contract. He explained that the installment contract is still in a state of flux; however the ordinance is being introduced at this time due to time constraints for the sale and delivery of bonds by the end of April . Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1681 for first reading, an ordinance 111 of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the execution of an installment payment contract pertaining to the 1984 Electric System Project. ORDINANCE - re Planning Commission Meeting Time B-080-300) City Attorney Hays advised that the Planning Commission has suggested that its meeting time again be placed at 2:00 P.M. , rather than 3:00 P.M. , due to the general increase in agenda items. He recommended that an ordinance be introduced at this time. Councilman Kirkpatrick offered Ordinance No. 1682 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 2.52 of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing Section 2.52.070 of said Chapter 2.52 and substituting therefor a new Section 2.52.070 of Chapter 2.52, pertaining to meeting times. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT City Attorney advised that the following summons and complaint has been received: Michael and Dawn Calvin by Attorney James Moren vs. City of Redding et al - Claim for Personal Injury filed 2/29/84 (C-090-100) SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS City Attorney advised that the following claims have been settled by the insurance carrier: Roberta L. Cooke - Claim for Personal Injury filed 1/16/84 Settled in the Amount of $750.00 (C-090-050) 3/5/84 56 Ronda Atwell - Claim for Damages filed 1/5/84 Settled in the Amount of $476.09 (C-090-020) ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association: (B-130-030-700) Publicity Notice from State Controller' s Office: (S-050-120) Revenue Apportionments BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Vi Klaseen, 595 Mary Street, noted that on the subject of the community' s commitment to education, the City could use its influence to encourage funding with the State Legislature when it is dealing with money matters. Mayor Gard emphasized that the City is very active with the League of California Cities and financing for schools is a high priority. Councilman Pugh pointed out that California no longer has locally funded schools and it is up to the State to determine how much money will go to education. City Attorney Hays noted that efforts are being made to have a four-year educational institution in this community. Councilman Kirkpatrick concurred and indicated that probably all members of Council have met with various legislators regarding a four-year institution in Redding. He emphasized that this requires a lot of input and a lot of lobbying but he feels Redding is in a good potition. Mayor Gard agreed and added that Redding is consistently told that we are too close to Chico and the population is not sufficient to warrant a four-year college. (L-040-300) Bill Eggert, apologized for arriving late and missing the item regarding the boat races on the Sacramento River. He stated that some of the con- cerns he had include traffic problems on Diestelhorst Bridge, the use of alcoholic beverages in residential areas, and parking. He also felt this could create a race-track atmosphere in the area. Mr. Eggert also pointed out that even though the sponsors of the race have spent time and money promoting the race, the City will also have expenses involved for the traffic and parking control , patrol in the park, etc. Mayor Gard pointed out that any decision made by a City Commission is subject to appeal to the City Council within ten days and the fact that the promoters of the race have already advertised, has no bearing on the Council ' s decision. Councilman Pugh indicated that the kinds of problems cited by Mr. Eggert have to be addressed but that any activity such as this has similar problems. He added that boat races have been taking place in this area for a number of years. Mr. Pugh emphasized that the Planning Department has been instructed to monitor noise and hopefully the event will be well con- trolled. Mayor Gard asked what provisions were made for traffic control . Mr. Riley advised that it is the responsibility of the promoters of the race and they were requested to meet with the Police Chief. 3/5/84 57 Mayor Gard emphasized that the action was taken to allow the activity and to monitor noise levels so that the City will have some basis for consideration next year if the request is made. She added that there is no question that residents will be impacted by this. (E-020-100 and P-050-270) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at the hour of 8:00 P.M. , Mayor Gard declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: ,l a Si.* A �, . i do t.. .,.� A 40 ayor ATTEST: &,,ea City Clerk 3/5/84