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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1984-03-19 58 City Council , Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California March 19, 1984 7:00 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays. The invocation was offered by Pastor Glenn Lawrence of the North Valley Baptist 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, Director of Public Works Arness, Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Director of Electric Lindley, Housing & Redevelopment Administrator Henson, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings , Director of Finance Downing, Senior Associate Planner Keaney, Director of Data Processing Kelley, Executive Assistant Masingale, Traffic Engineer/Planner Will , 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 March 5, 1984 Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers (B-130-110) Recommend that Accounts Payable Register No. 18, check nos. 96635 through 96896 inclusive, in the amount of $716,313.51 , be approved and paid, and Payroll Register No. 19, check nos. 188201 through 188794 inclusive, in the amount of $444,580.23, for the period February 26, 1984, through March 10, 1984, be approved. Total : $1 ,160,893.74 Treasurer's Report - February 29, 1984 (B-130-150) Total Treasurer's Accountability - $17,614,817.99 Claims for Damages and Personal Injury - 1st Hearing Mary Thomas - Claim for Damages filed 3/14/84 Paid in the Amount of $138.24 (C-090-020) Award of Bid - Aluminum Underground Cable (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1513, aluminum under- ground cable, be awarded to Canada Wire, c/o Electro Rep, on its low bid in the amount of $46,631 .52, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Overhead Bare Stranded Aluminum Conductor (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1517, overhead bare stranded aluminum conductor, be awarded to Shasta Wholesale Electric, on its low bid in the amount of $39,877.20, sales tax included. Award of Bid - Substation Steel Structures (B-050-100) City Manager recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1523, substation steel structures, be awarded to Gate City Steel , on its low bid in the amount of $20,094.42, sales tax included. 3/19/84 59 Resolution - Setting Public Hearing, Abandonment Application A-1-84 (A-010-100) Planning Director recommends that Resolution No. 84-45 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to vacate and abandon unimproved right of way adjacent to the property located at 1180 Twin View Boulevard (A-1-841 , by Sherman Cates , and setting a public hearing for 7:30 P.M. , April 16, 1984. Resolution - Lot Line Adjustment LS-15-84, by Guiton' s Pool Center (L-010-150) Planning Director recommends that Resolution No. 84-46 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding waiving the requirement of a parcel map for Lot Split Application No. LS-15-84, by Guiton's Pool Center. Extension Agreement - Viacom (T-040-050) Planning Director recommends that Council approve a one-year extension of the cable franchise with Viacom Cablevision and authorize the City Attorney to prepare the extension agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign. Award of Bid - Restoration of Flood-Damaged City Facilities at Clear Creek Sewage Treatment Plant and Caldwell Park (B-050-020, W-010-550, and P-050-100) Public Works Director Arness recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1520, restoration of flood-damaged City facilities at the Clear Creek Sewage Treatment Plant and Caldwell Park, be awarded to Redding Constructors on its low bid in the amount of $109,195. Award of Bid - Replacement of Curb, Gutter, and Sidewalk at Various Locations Throughout the City (B-050-020) Public Works Director Arness recommends that Bid Schedule No. 1521 , replacement of curb, gutter, and sidewalk at various locations throughout the City, be awarded to Robert J. Frank on his low bid in the amount of $19,566.25. Resolution - re Abatement Proceedings, 1526 Willis Street (A-030-070) City Attorney recommends that Resolution No. 84-47 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding of intention to begin legal proceedings of abatement under Chapter 9.36 of the Redding Municipal Code on certain real property in the City of Redding (owned by the estate of Carl E. Mieske, and located at 1526 Willis Street) . Resolution - re Rodeo Week Celebration (P-010-100) City Attorney recommends that Resolution No. 84-48 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding pertaining to the Redding Rodeo Association's and Asphalt Cowboys' annual Rodeo Week celebration. Revenue Sharing Agreement - Legal Services of Northern California, Inc. (B-130-120) City Attorney recommends approval of a revenue sharing agreement with Legal Services of Northern California, Inc. , in the sum of $5,000 for the fiscal year 1983-84. Umpire Agreement - Redding Youth Baseball (A-050-020) City Attorney recommends approval of a one-year extension of an existing contract for umpire services with Redding Youth Baseball in the amount of $13,500. 3/19/84 60 Lease Agreement - Harry Scott for Pasture Land (C-070-100) City Attorney recommends approval of a one-year extension of a lease agreement with Harry Scott, for grazing and crop lands located between Riverside Drive and the Sacramento River. MOTION: Made by Council Member Kirkpatrick, seconded by Council Member Fulton, 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 Numbers 84-45, 84-46, 84-47, and 84-48, are on file in the office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Communication from Pacific Bell Safety Committee - re Pedestrian Right-of-Way at Placer and Market Streets (T-080-300) A letter was received from the Pacific Bell Safety Committee in which they express concern about a serious condition existing at the three-way stop at the corners of Placer and Market Streets , that threatens the safety of all pedestrians that use it's crosswalks. Mayor Gard ascertained that no one from Pacific Bell was present. Councilman Kirkpatrick stated that he goes through that intersection several times during the day and agrees that many times autos do not stop. He suggested referring the request to staff for report and recommendation. Public Works Director Arness advised that at the next Council meeting, there will be a suggestion regarding this and other downtown inter- sections. Letters of Opposition - re Boat Races on the Sacramento River, April 14 and 15, 1984 (E-020-100 and P-050-270) Letters were received from J. Scott Carter and Bill Eggert opposing the approval of the boat races to be held on the Sacramento River, April 14, and 15, 1984. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Gard, Mr. Perry advised that four people from the Planning Department have been assigned to monitor the noise for the two day event. Mr. Carter said his main concern is the noise level . He asked about practice sessions and wondered if they will start before the race or if there will be any restrictions. He also noted an area about a mile above the Diestelhorst Bridge that is very rocky and asked about the City' s liability if anyone should get hurt. Mayor Gard replied that there was no discussion about practice ses- sions at the last meeting. She explained that the noise levels will be monitored so that the City will have some data base to consider if another request is received next year. Councilman Pugh referred to the boat races held several years ago and Mr. Carter pointed out that there is a considerable difference in the boats of today. 3/19/84 61 City Attorney Hays advised that he understands that Saturday is the day for practice and Sunday is the day for the race. He noted that the City does not control the boat races but is sanctioning the use of the park. Councilman Pugh emphasized that the river is a navigable water way and as such the City does not have the power to control noise levels i n the water. Bill Eggert said he is concerned not only about the noise level but also the use of alcohol , traffic, parking, and the impact on the residents such as litter and debris. Councilman Pugh said they need the City's approval to use the park facilities for on-shore activities. Mr. Eggert asked who a person would contact if they had a concern about noise levels. Mayor Gard suggested the Coast Guard. Objections to Use Permit UP-3-84 - by Property Owners in Northgate Mobile Park (L-010-030) A letter was received from Bert Renner of the Northgate Mobile Park asking for a review of some objections to Use Permit UP-3-84, by Gary Dole, to construct a building for the manufacturing of aluminum boats on Twin View Blvd. He stated that the residents of the mobilehome park located next to the Dole property were not notified of any hearings. A response was submitted by Planning and Community Development Direc- tor Perry indicating that notices were mailed to land owners within 300 feet of the property and included Mr. Renner. He said both the mobilehome park and the Dole property are zoned C-3-F and noted that the appeal period for the use permit expired on February 11 , 1984. Mr. Perry pointed out that the C-3 district does permit, by use permit, blacksmith shops, machine shops, planing mills, etc. Letter from California Regional Water Quality Control Board - re Recent Legislation Regulating Underground Tanks Storing Hazardous Substances (AB 1362) (L-040-300 and S-050-420) A letter was received from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Central Valley Region, pertaining to legislation adopted last year to regulate underground tanks storing hazardous substances (AB 1362 Sher) which provides for the designation by a county or city of a local agency to implement the regulations. MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the matter be referred to staff. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes BUCKEYE PRESSURE ZONE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1984-1 (A-170-150-920) Special Bond Counsel Sperry explained that this assessment district is unique in that the purpose of the proceedings is to provide funding for the construction of Master Water Plan improvements from special benefit fees. He said this procedure is permitted within the limits of the 1913 Improve- ment Act, which will be used in forming the district. The following documents were submitted for filing and adoption: Petitions Certificate re Petition 3/19/84 62 Resolution - Accepting Petition MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-49 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting the petition pertaining to the Buckeye Pressure Zone Assessment District No. 1984-1 . Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-49 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Boundary Map Resolution - Approving Boundary Map MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-50 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the boundary map pertaining to the Buckeye Pressure Zone Assessment District No. 1984-1 . Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-50 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution - Approving Agreement for Legal Services MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh , seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-51 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the agreement for legal services pertaining to the Buckeye Pressure Zone Assessment District No. 1984-1 . Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-51 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution - re Intention to Order Improvement MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-52 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding re intention to order improvement pertaining to the Buckeye Pressure Zone Assessment District No. 1984-1 . Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-52 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Engineer's Report Resolution - Accepting Report and Setting Hearing for May 7 , 1984 MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh , seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-53 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding accepting report and setting the hearing for 7:30 P.M. , May 7, 1984, pertaining to the Buckeye Pressure Zone Assessment District No. 1984-1 . Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher 3/19/84 63 Resolution No. 84-53 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Improvement WESTWOOD MANOR WATER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1982-9 (A-170-150-950) Special Bond Counsel Sperry submitted the following documents for filing relative to Westwood Manor Water Assessment District No. 1982-9: Paid and Unpaid List CEDARS ROAD SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1983-6 (A-170-100-078) Special Bond Counsel Sperry advised that the former City Treasurer Pauline Whaley (Brown) and her husband have agreed to purchase the bonds in whole for the subject assessment district. He submitted the following documents for filing and adoption: Resolution - Ordering Sale of Bonds MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-54 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the sale of bonds pertaining to Cedars Road Sewer Assessment District No. 1983-6. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-54 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution - Authorizing Issuance of Bonds MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-55 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing the issuance of bonds pertaining to Cedars Road Sewer Assessment District No. 1983-6. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-55 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Negative Declaration MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the following findings be made relative to the Cedars Road Sewer Assessment District No. 1983-6: 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 Board of Administra- tive Review on February 8, 1984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution - Awarding Contract (B-050-020 and A-170-100-078) MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 84-56 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding awarding the contract pertaining to Cedars Road Sewer Assessment District No. 1983-6 to Redd-Cal for $10,054. 3/19/84 64 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Resolution No. 84-56 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Award of Contract APPOINTMENTS - Civic Arts Commission and Airports Commission (B-080-100 and B-080-010) Mayor Gard submitted her recommendation that the following persons be appointed to serve on City commissions: Civic Arts Commission - Sally Cooley, 179 Village Drive, to replace Cecil Johnson for the remainder of a four-year term ending May 1 , 1985 Airports Commission - Leonard W. Carrick, 1515 Nancy Court, to replace Roland E. Burk for the remainder of a four-year term ending May 1 , 1984 MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Pugh approving the appointments to the Civic Arts Commission and the Airports as stated above. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Kirkpatrick abstaining Mayor Gard pointed out that the Community Development Advisory Committee currently has its 19 member committee but the MLK neighborhood is unrepre- sented. She suggested that either the membership be increased or a rep- resentative from this neighborhood be appointed as soon as a vacancy exists. ORDINANCE - re Lot Size Regulations in the "B" District (L-010-500 and C-110-100) MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1679 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Ordinance No. 1679 be adopted, 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 B15, pertaining to lot size regulations in the "B" Combining District. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Ordinance No. 1679 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Off-Street Parking Space Requirements (L-010-500 and C-110-100) MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1680 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Ordinance No. 1680 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 18.62 of the Redding Municipal Code by repeal- ing 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. 3/19/84 65 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Ordinance No. 1680 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - re Installment Payment Contract for Electric Projects (E-090-160-220) MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1681 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Ordinance No. 1681 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the execution of an installment payment contract. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Ordinance No. 1681 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE - Planning Commission Meeting Times (B-080-300) MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1682 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to read the title. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Ordinance No. 1682 be adopted, amending Chapter 2.52 of the Redding Munici- pal Code by repealing Section 2.52.070 of said Chapter 2.52 and substitut- ing therefor a new Section 2.52.070 of Chapter 2.52, pertaining to meeting times. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Kirkpatrick, Pugh, and Gard Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Demsher Ordinance No. 1682 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - Proposed Purchase of Microfilm Equipment (A-050-055-750) City Manager Courtney reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 15, 1984. He stated that a special task force, consisting of the City Clerk, Director of Finance, and the Manager-Utility Customer Services , has been working on the modernization of the City of Redding records management program. The program includes the centralization of microfilming and the purchase of new microfilm equipment. Mr. Courtney explained that this is one of several long-range programs that staff has been studying and he has elected to bring this request to Council before consideration of the 1984-85 budget so that the program may go forward at this time. Mr. Courtney explained that the Municipal Code Section 4.20.080 states that, at the request of the City Manager and with City Council approval , a single-vendor purchase can be made without going to bid providing the equipment is not used for Public Works projects. It is the recommendation of the City Manager that microfilm equipment be purchased from Bell and Howell at a cost of $21 ,622.94. He said the 1983-84 budget does not include an appropriation for this purpose, and a supplemental appropriation will be required. 3/19/84 66 MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the purchase of Bell and Howell microfilm equipment at a cost of $21 ,622.94, and authorizing a supplemental appropriation for this purchase. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REQUEST FOR ELECTRIC RATE CHANGE - California Apartments (E-090-100) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 15, 1984. He said Council referred a request to staff for a recommendation regarding David Payne' s request to change the electrical rates for the California Apartments from a commercial to residential rate. Mr. Lindley explained that the California Apartments are served by three phase power and are master metered only--each dwelling is not individually metered. He said under the present Municipal Utilities Schedule of Rates , residential service is defined as separately metered by the City of Redding; therefore, the California apartments do not qualify for residential electrical rates under the current rate structure. Mr. Lindley advised that he had a meeting with Dr. Payne today and he was satisfied to leave the apartments on a commercial rate and elected not to proceed with the request. ELECTRIC UTILITY PROPOSED SUPPLEMENTAL SCHEDULE OF RATES - General Service, Interruptible or Time-Metered, Interruptible (E-090-100) Electric Director Lindley submitted his memorandum to Council dated March 14, 1984, which is incorporated herein by reference, pertaining to Electric Utility Proposed Supplemental Schedule of Rates, General Service- Interruptible, or Time-Metered-Interruptible. He said in a continuing effort to encourage peak load reduction, the Electric Department staff is proposing a new interruptible rate schedule that supplements the current General Service and Time-of-Use Rate Schedules and further encourages peak load reductions through rate incentives. The proposed supplement schedule of rates, contract for service, and explanatory exhibits were presented to Council for information and Mr. Lindley advised that staff will have an agenda item on the next regular meeting for Council consideration. CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO PREPARE LICENSE APPLICATION - Sacra- mento River Hydroelectric Project Numbers 3 and 5 (ACID) (E-120-070-576 and E-120-070-578) Electric Director Lindley reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 14, 1984, which is incorporated herein by reference. He explained that the feasibility reconnaissance of ACID projects prepared in 1983 by Sverdrup and Parcel indicates that Sacramento River Hydroelectric Project No. 3 (located at Parkview Avenue) and No. 5 (located at Clear Creek) are poten- tially feasible. Mr. Lindley presented a contract for professional services which provides for a more detailed investigation of the feasibility of these two projects, resolution of any major issues, and the possible preparation of a FERC License Application and turnkey construction bid documents. He said after review of the four proposals presented, the Electric Department concludes that EBASCO has provided the proposal which adequately responds to the Request for Proposal (RFP) with regard to the project requirements at the lowest cost of services. It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that, subject to the City Attorney's approval of the contract documents, that Council award the contract for professional services to EBASCO, authorize the Mayor to 3/19/84 67 execute the documents , and authorize the expenditure of $83 ,400. He noted that funds for this request are included in the current budget. Councilman Fulton said he was a little concerned about the wide spread of the bids. Mr. Lindley advised that the Electric Department staff shared those concerns and they spent considerable time with EBASCO going over all the points of the contract and they are confident that EBASCO will be able to perform the services for the amount quoted. Additionally, Mr. Lindley pointed out that EBASCO was the only firm that responded that did not take exception to the City' s proposed RFP. Councilman Fulton asked if the City has had any previous dealings with EBASCO. Mr. Lindley said not directly, but indirectly through M-S-R. In response to an inquiry from Mayor Gard, Mr. Lindley advised that the reason Bechtel did not respond is because they have decided to move outside the small hydroelectric projects and stay with the large projects. MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the recommendation of the Electric Director as stated above. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MAYOR GARD At the hour of 7:30 P.M. , Mayor Gard asked City Attorney Hays if it would be appropriate to delay the meeting ten minutes to see if Mr. Demsher arrived so that a four-member Council could be present. She noted that Councilman Pugh will be abstaining on the public hearing concerning Mary Lake Subdivision. Mr. Hays said if there were no objections from the audience, a ten minute delay would be appropriate. REJECTION OF BIDS - Convention and Tourist Bureau (B-050-020 and C-050-775) Planning and Community Development Director Perry advised that bids were received and opened on March 13, 1984, for the construction of a building for the Redding Convention and Visitors Bureau. He stated that six bids were received, with the low bid being $75,000 over the estimated cost of the building. It is the recommendation of staff that all bids be rejected. He said staff will then meet with the architect to review modifications that can be made to bring the building within the budget. If it appears that a quality building of a similar design can be obtained, Mr. Perry stated the modified building will be rebid and resubmitted to Council for consideration. It is also recommended that the negative declaration be ratified. Mr. Perry explained that the architect has indicated that several contrac- tors have expressed interest. He said they plan to rebid the same basic design with deductible alternates. Councilman Fulton asked if Mr. Perry felt that would make a significant reduction in the cost of the project. Mr. Perry advised that staff is also considering other changes in exterior and interior design and materials. MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that all bids for Bid Schedule No. 1516, Convention and Tourist Bureau, be rejected. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the following findings be made relative to Bid Schedule No. 1516: 3/19/84 68 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 Board of Administra- tive Review on February 29, 1984. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Tehama Street Reconstruction and Storm Drain Project (B-050-020, S-070-100 and S-070-300) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Bid Schedule No. 1484, Tehama Street Reconstruction and Storm Drain Pro- ject, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and the City Clerk be in- structed to file a Notice of Completion. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining FINAL MAP - Redding Valley View Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 2 (S-100-760) Councilman Pugh abstained from voting on this matter. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the final map for Redding Valley View Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 2, and instructing the City Clerk to file the map with the Shasta County Recorder. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining ORDINANCE - re Overnight Parking at Redding Municipal Airport (P-030-230 and A-090-100) City Attorney Hays advised that at the Council meeting of December 12, 1983, the Traffic and Parking Commission reviewed the request of the Airports Manager to limit the maximum time allowed for overnight parking at the Redding Municipal Airport. He said the Commission voted unanimously to recommend that such limitations be put into effect. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that an ordinance be offered for first reading at this time. Councilman Fulton offered Ordinance No. 1683 for first reading, an ordi- nance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 11 .24 of the Redding Municipal Code by adding Section 11 .24.330, pertaining to parking at the Redding Municipal Airport. AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT - Redding Area Bus Authority (B-080-650-550) City Attorney Hays advised that the RABA Board has recommended that speci- fic language be eliminated in the JPA which prohibits RABA from approving any contract in excess of one year without the written consent of the original parties to the agreement; namely, the Board of Supervisors and the City Council . He said in order to effectuate the request of the RABA Board, an amendment has been drafted for Council consideration. Mr. Hays noted that in order for the amendment to ultimately be effective, it is necessary for the Board of Supervisors to also approve the amendment. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Pugh approving Amendment No. 2 to the Redding Area Bus Authority Joint Powers Agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM City Attorney Hays advised that the following claim has been settled by the City Insurance Carrier: Linda Loughridge - Claim for Personal Injury filed 1/6/84 Settled in the Amount of $2,045.43 (C-090-050) 3/19/84 69 SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT City Attorney Hays advised that the following Summons and Complaint has been received by the City Insurance Carrier: Shirley Boone vs. City of Redding et al - Claim for Personal Injury filed 9/16/83 (C-090-100) ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: (A-110-140) 7-Eleven 2201-18860A (Southland Corp) Eureka Way & West Street Raley' s (Aleo, Inc. ) 110 Hartnell Avenue Amgas (Arthur Stinnett) 3270 South Market Street El-Bo Room (Crottos, Inc. ) 481 E. Cypress Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association: (B-130-030-700) Publicity Civil Aeronautics Board: (F-200-078) Order Requesting Proposals for Essential Air Service RECESS At the hour of 7:40 P.M. , the meeting was adjourned to conduct the Redding-Shasta Home Financing Authority meeting. At the hour of 7:45 P.M. , the City Council meeting was reconvened. PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal by Trygve Sletteland of Tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, Mary Lake (L-010-030 and S-100-454) Councilman Pugh declared that he would be abstaining from voting and discussion on this matter and left the meeting at this time. City Attorney Hays concurred with Mayor Gard that it is appropriate for her to participate in this hearing since it does not include a General Plan Amendment. The hour of 7:30 P.M. , having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public hearing re Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, Mary Lake. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received other than those included in the packets. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 16, 1984, which is incorporated herein by reference. He explained that the Planning Commission, by a vote of 4 to 2 with 1 abstention, approved the tentative map for the development of 49 single- family lots on property located generally west of Wisconsin Avenue, north of Placer Street, and south of Ridge Drive, in a "U" Unclassified District. Subsequent to that decision, a letter was received appealing the subdivi- sion and a petition was received requesting the closure of Ridge Drive at the south end before it intersects Wisconsin Avenue. Mr. Perry noted that 3/19/84 70 development of this property was evaluated in EIR-7-81 for General Plan Amendment GPA-5-81 . He said the project is the first phase of development of the 175-acre parcel . Maps of the area, traffic studies, staff reports, correspondence, and minutes of the Planning Commission and Board of Administrative Review meetings were submitted to Council . Mr. Perry pointed out that the critical issue indicated in the letter of appeal is traffic circulation and street alignment, as they interconnect to streets to the north and east (Ridge Drive and Wisconsin Avenue) , respec- tively. The Planning Commission has reviewed ten alternate street align- ments which are described in the "Alternate Street Alignments Report" dated October 20, 1983. Mr. Perry explained that the appeal of the approval of tentative map S-18-83, is what is currently being considered and not the petition requesting a cul-de-sac on Ridge Drive. However, the petition essentially covers the same issue as does the appeal so the two actions are interrelated. He summarized the different actions and recommendations relevant to the subdivision appeal . He also outlined several issues which should be considered by Council . The Traffic and Parking Commission recommendation was also submitted to Council dated March 14, 1984. The Commission voted unanimously to recom- mend that Alternative D be considered as the roadway layout for the area. However, they felt the cul-de-sac on Ridge should not be constructed at the present time, only when the roadway from the Mary Lake development is constructed to intersect Wisconsin. Trygve Sletteland, 1666 Ridge Drive, pointed out that the Alternate J he supported last fall is not the same as that approved by the Planning Commission. He said as proposed in October, there would not be a connec- tion at the point where Wisconsin and Ridge Drive intersect now. As approved by the Planning Commission, he said there would be a connector street at the same location as the existing location. Mr. Sletteland stated property owners on Ridge Drive favor Alternate D and their primary concern is that Ridge Drive not be linked to any further development on the west side. Mr. Sletteland felt Ridge Drive is ill-suited for any use beyond that of its immediate residents and residents feel very strongly about protecting their families and property values. Margaret Heinzel , 1600 Wisconsin Avenue, said her house actually faces Ridge Drive. She advised that they signed the petition because they are opposed to the additional traffic on Ridge Drive . Mrs. Heinzel pointed out that some large equipment has already been using Ridge Drive to get to the project. She felt these residential streets are not constructed to handle this type of use and asked if the developers could use the temporary opening on Placer to access the project. Mrs. Heinzel stated that they have had to redesign their front yard several times due to changes in street designs and asked that whatever action is taken this evening, that it be final . She said they favor Plan D. Councilman Kirkpatrick asked the Public Works Director about the construc- tion vehicles using the temporary road off Placer. Mr. Arness indicated that it would seem like a reasonable and logical approach. Cora Yount, 1694 Ridge Drive, said a four-wheel drive vehicle recently went out of control in her front yard. She says this is not unusual since cars drive too fast now on Ridge Drive, making it unsafe for children. Ms. Yount felt Ridge Drive should remain as a residential street. Jane Higgins, 4200 Travona, said she sees a quiet residential neighborhood becoming a nightmare. She said the neighborhood is becoming fragmented 3/19/84 71 over this problem because no one wants the additional traffic. She asked what happened to the original plans that the main entrances for the Mary Lake project would be Placer Street and Eureka Way. Phyllis Sletteland, 1666 Ridge Drive, said as a resident of Ridge Drive, she is very concerned about safety. She said Ridge is a narrow, residen- tial street built over 25 years ago, which is now serving a much broader area than it was intended for. Mrs. Sletteland referred to some points made by Jim Long, who circulated the petition but was unable to attend this meeting. She said Mr. Long wanted to point out that Ridge Drive was originally built to serve one subdivision and now it will be serving five subdivisions, including Mary Lake. Mrs. Sletteland felt a cul-de-sac at Ridge Drive would provide the safety they need. Shelly Coulter, 1310 Ridge Drive, said residents on Ridge Drive were under the impression that adequate access would be provided to the Mary Lake project via Eureka Way and Placer Street. She asked that Ridge Drive be closed at the south end. Richard Tuggle, 1740 Ridge Drive, noted that Alternate J has been changed. He said a marker has been placed in the middle of the street in front of his home and he is concerned that he may lose part of his front yard. He said when he talked to the developer, it was his impression that another thorough fare would be constructed to the project. John Sharrah, representing the developers of the Mary Lake Subdivision, apologized for the equipment on Ridge Drive. He explained that the devel- oper intends to use the temporary access off Placer Street for construction equipment. He said they are very cognizant of the peoples wishes in the surrounding area. Mr. Sharrah indicated that the last five lots on the new street will not be developed now so that the traffic patterns can be re-evaluated at a later date. He explained that the markers in Ridge Drive as referred to by Mr. Tuggle, don't really mean anything right now but are simply reference points. Mr. Sharrah emphasized that the alternative as approved by the Planning Commission will result in about the same amount of traffic on Ridge Drive and Wisconsin Street as now exists, when the project is completed. Mr. Sletteland asked Mr. Sharrah what alternatives the developers favor. Mr. Sharrah responded that he feels either Alternate D or I enhances the future of the project because an entrance to the project from Buena Ventura (via Wisconsin extended) would be quite picturesque. He said there are hazards to saying they approve this route because it makes a direct route between Eureka and Placer and they do not want the additional traffic in their project either. Mr. Sharrah agreed that it is a complex problem; however, he emphasized that Phase I is only a small part of the overall project and when the subdivision is complete, they hope to have the right solution. Mayor Gard noted that they could have the same type of vista if the en- trance was from Placer Street. Mr. Sharrah concurred. Elmer Bryden, 3980 Oro Street, noted that if Ridge Drive is closed before a connection is made to Buena Ventura, there would be only one way out of the subdivision. He asked when the connection would be made to Buena Ventura. Bob Whalley, 1650 Wisconsin, said he sees a project of "stage" development but traffic patterns are based on the total project. He asked how the residents will deal with the traffic generated from the "stage" development before the entire project and traffic patterns are completed. Mr. Whalley felt the traffic should be dealt with unit by unit. Mr. Perry explained that the connection to Buena Ventura was planned with the next unit of Westgate Village Subdivision; however, that map is now 3/19/84 72 expired. He said there are no immediately plans for the extension of Wisconsin at this time. Mr. Slettland asked Mr. Sharrah if they plan to extend Wisconsin to Buena Ventura if alternate D is approved. Mr. Sharrah indicated that they do not propose to build Wisconsin through to Buena Ventura. He said they do plan to build that portion of Wisconsin between El Capitan and Woodlawn Road to provide a second access to the subdivision. Ted Foruria, 1810 Wisconsin, said this issue has been before the Planning Commission several times and as he understands their decision, their motion was to accept Alternate J with the addition of a condition to leave the lots open at the south end of Ridge Drive, which would allow the Commission at some time to switch to Alternatives D or I should it look like the better proposal . He said the neighborhood on the west side of Redding is starting to frag- ment. Mr. Foruria stated that the residents on Wisconsin don't want the extra traffic any more than the residents on Ridge Drive. He said there is some question as to whether the EIR addresses the changes in the project. Also, he is not sure the issue was properly considered by the Traffic and Parking Commission since it appears that residents on Wisconsin did not get notification of the meeting. He stated that Mr. Demsher is very concerned about the traffic problems in this area. Mr. Foruria said Wisconsin is already a speedway with no street lights and he is troubled that staff says traffic on Wisconsin will be increased by 2/3 by the closure of Ridge Drive. He said he has asked Mr. Sharrah if there could be a connector street to Placer and was advised that econom- ically, it could not be included in Phase I of the development. Mr. Foruria said it is vital that we don't fragment the west side of town and suggested that at least the hearing should be continued so that Mr. Demsher could be involved. City Attorney Hays advised that Mr. Demsher could not participate in the hearing process since he is not present tonight. Mayor Gard asked Mr. Arness who was noticed for the Traffic and Parking Commission meeting. Mr. Arness indicated that he did not know. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilman Kirkpatrick asked if staff had considered a direct connection to Placer. Mr. Perry advised that a schematic was done at the same level of detail as the other alternatives however, the developer did not apply for that. He said Alternate K indicates the potential road alignment for a direct access to Placer. In response to a question from Mayor Gard, Traffic Engineer/Planner Will advised that the site distance is better at that point and there is ade- quate distance on both sides. Mayor Gard asked Mr. Perry if the Planning Commission considered a con- nection to Placer in the first phase of the project. Also, did they consider Alternate K with a connection at Travona. Mr. Perry advised that the Commission did not consider access through Travona and Placer and a cul-de-sac at the north end of the new street. He concurred that if that is what the Council wishes, it would have to be referred back to the Planning Commission. 3/19/84 73 Mayor Gard stressed that the City tries to see that every neighborhood has two accesses. She said she would be very opposed to a cul-de-sac on Ridge Drive because it is unfair to improve one neighborhood at the expense of another. She felt it can be done without adversely affecting either neighborhood. Councilman Fulton said he concurs with the need to have two access points and that the neighborhoods should retain their access at Placer and Eureka Way. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick to deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the Planning Commission; and pursuant to Section 15091 of the CEQA Guidelines, changes or alterations in the project have been made to mitigate or avoid significant adverse effects identified in E1R-7-81 , and recertifying EIR-7-81 , as adequately addressing the tentative Subdivision Map S-18-83, dated February 14, 1984, subject to the conditions of the map; and, that in accordance with the Government Code of the State of California; and, finds and declares that, as set forth in Government Code Section 66474, none of the conditions as listed in (a) through (g) exist with regard to this proposed subdivision and that the proposed subdivision is consistent with the Redding General Plan and applicable specific plan. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton and Kirkpatrick Noes: Council Members - Gard Absent: Council Members - Demsher and Pugh Mayor Gard emphasized that she agrees with the denial of the appeal but voted "no" because she prefers another alternative. Councilman Kirkpatrick emphasized that any time a decision such as this is made, there is a ripple effect and the Planning Commission has tried to make a decision which will have the least impact on the existing neighbor- hood but not everyone is going to feel it is fair. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business , at the hour of 9:00 P.M. , Mayor Gard declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: glaz. I .!. .1. 41111 I. J Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk 3/19/84