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City Council , Regular Meeting
Police Dept. & Council Chambers
Redding , California
February 19 , 1980 7 : 00 P .M.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Chief of Police
Whitmer.
The invocation was offered by the Reverend Don Palmer, Pastor of
the Good News Rescue Mission.
The meeting was called to order at 7 : 00 P.M. by Mayor Demsher
with the following Council Members present: Fulton, Gard,
Kirkpatrick, Pugh and Demsher. Absent: None
Also present were City Manager Brickwood, Assistant City Manager
Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director Arness ,
Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Chief of
Police Whitmer, Electric Director Simpson, Director of Personnel
and Labor Relations Reynolds , Housing and Redevelopment Admin-
istrator Henson, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, Traffic
Engineer Hamilton and City Clerk Brayton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman
Fulton approving the minutes of the regular meeting of February 4 ,
1980 , as mailed to each Council Member. The Vote : Unanimous
Ayes with Councilman Pugh abstaining .
NEW CITY ATTORNEY
Mayor Demsher introduced the new City Attorney, Randy Hays, former
City Attorney for the City of Ukiah. The Mayor welcomed Mr. Hays
and stated that Council is very happy to have him as a member of
the staff .
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Resignation of John C . Fitzpatrick
A letter of resignation was received from John C . Fitzpatrick,
member of the Redding Planning Commission. Mayor Demsher
stated that Mr . Fitzpatrick has served very faithfully for
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the past ten years and has provided excellent leadership on
the Commission. Councilwoman Gard also stated that he has 2 (0
been a very valuable member and his resignation will be a
very serious loss to that Commission.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Council-
man Fulton, accepting with regret the resignation of John C .
Fitzpatrick as a member of the Redding Planning Commission.
The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
Petition - Requesting "No Parking" on Redcliff Drive
In a petition to Council dated February 1 , 1980 , persons I I-20
protested the recent passage of an ordinance prohibiting
parking on Redcliff Drive. Said petition is on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed
his memo to Council dated February 15 , 1980 . He stated
that said ordinance was the result of one of the conditions
of approval of Redbanks Subdivision noting that when the
subdivision was approved, the developer requested that the
cul-de-sac streets in the subdivision be reduced in width
and that on-street parking be prohibited. Redcliff Drive
was one of the streets placed in this status. The street
location was shown on the Vu Graph.
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Mr. Perry advised that in exchange for the reduced street
width, the subdivider was required to provide, for each
20 ft. of street frontage or portion thereof, one additional
parking space on the adjoining parcel, in excess of the
requirements of Section 30 . 17 . 1 of the Redding Municipal
Code. As a result of this condition, there was no loss of
on-street parking spaces. Mr. Perry discussed methods for
alternative parking in the event Council Members felt this
was necessary.
Mr. Perry recommended that Council refer the petition to
the Traffic and Parking Commission if further considera-
tion is desired.
Councilwoman Gard said that perhaps Council needs to take
a look at minimum parking requirements again.
Councilman Pugh noted that this developer complied with
the minimum parking requirements plus additional off-street
parking. He said that none of the persons who signed the
petition are primary owners or lessees of the referenced
Gandy-Scott building, but appear to be employees .
Mr. Perry said he has gone by the Gandy-Scott building on
two occasions and each time there were a couple of un-
occupied parking spaces available.
Council Members felt the issue needed further study.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman
Gard referring said petition to staff for further study
and recommendation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Petition - Railroad Crossings
Petitions dated January 15 , 1980 , were received urging
the City Council to correct unsafe conditions at railroad
crossings in the City. Mayor Demsher stated he has met
with this group and indicated to them that he would bring
this issue to the attention of the Public Utilities Com-
mission, who has jurisdiction over this matter, so that
they could work with Mr. Arness, Redding Public Works
Director, to try to resolve the problem.
Councilman Fulton stated that a few years ago crossing
arms were net yet in use and felt we are working towards
better safety at railroad crossings . With the concurrence
of the other Council Members , Mayor Demsher referred the
matter to staff .
Resignation of Richard J . Pfilf
A letter of resignation was received from Richard. J. Pfilf ,
Member of the Redding Planning Commission.
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a Lo�1 MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard and seconded by Councilman
Pugh accepting with regret the resignation of Richard J.
Pfilf as a member of the Redding Planning Commission.
The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
APPOINTMENTS - Board of Directors of the Economic Development
Corporation
MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard and seconded by Councilman
Fulton approving the appointment of Bill McDaniel as a member
of the Board of Directors of the Economic Development Corporation
3 for the period March 1 , 1980 through February 28 , 1982 . The
Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE REGISTER
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh and seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Accounts Payable Register No. 15 , check nos. ,rJP
68549 through 68737 , inclusive , in the amount of $621, 413. 95 ,
be approved and paid, and that Payroll Register No. 16 , check
nos. 124180 through 124720 , inclusive, salaries in the amount
of $325 , 356. 55, for the period January 20 , through February 2 ,
1980 , be approved. Total $946 ,770. 50 .
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
REASSESSMENT - 1915 Special Assessment, Hilltop Sewer Assessment
District 1977-4
Public Works Director Arness advised Council that the Treasurer' s
office has received a request to split Hilltop Sewer Assessment 773
No. 8-4 , Hilltop Sewer Assessment District 1977-4 . The Treasurer
recommends that Council order the split and reassessment, in-
struct the City Engineer to make the reassessment, and the City
Clerk to arrange for a public hearing .
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman Gard
approving the aforestated recommendation. The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE - 1st Hearing
Richard H. Penrose, Attorney on behalf of Christopher D. Wood
Claim filed 2/4/80
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh and seconded by Councilwoman
Gard that the Claim for Personal Injury filed by Richard H.
Penrose , Attorney on behalf of Christopher D. Wood on
February 4 , 1980 , be referred to the City Attorney and the
City Clerk be instructed to place the Claim on the agenda
for the meeting of March 17 , 1980 . The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE - 2nd Hearing
Robert W. Baker, Attorney on behalf of George and Marcia
Holiday - Claim filed 1/16/80
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Fulton, that the Claim for Damage filed by Robert W. Baker ,
Attorney on behalf of George and Marcia Holiday on January 16 ,
1980 , be denied and that the claimant be so advised.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
David Codromac - Claim filed 1/8/80
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman
Gard that the Claim for Damage filed by David Codromac on
January 8 , 1980 be denied and the claimant be so advised . � �
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGE - By City Insurance Carrier
City Attorney Hays advised Council that the Claim for Damage 3
filed by John Luechauer has been settled in the amount of $787 . 37 .
ORDINANCE - Building Security
At its meeting of February 4 , 1980 , City Council Members requested
an approximate cost breakdown per single family dwelling for the
security devices which would be required under this Ordinance . In ri
his memo to Council, Building Official Ted Voges stated the approx-
imate cost would be from $375 to $400 for each single family dwel-
ling and from $250 to $300 for a multi family dwelling.
Mayor Demsher stated that it seemed clear that builders and de-
velopers felt this expense was not excessive and would be a good
investment for homeowners and would provide good protection for them.
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Councilman Pugh discussed the problem of rising building costs.
He felt, however , that if these precautions were not taken,
the property owner would end up paying for them in other ways
such as increased police services , etc .
Councilwoman Gard felt the price would be worthwhile over the
long run.
Councilman Kirkpatrick stated that many builders are already
doing this in homes they are constructing.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh , seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick that full reading of Ordinance No. 1476 be waived , and
that the City Attorney be instructed to scan same. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh , seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick that Ordinance No. 1476 be adopted, an Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Redding amending Title 16 of
the Redding Municipal Code by adding thereto a new Chapter
16 . 09 , establishing minimum standards of construction for re-
sistance to unlawful entry.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes : Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh
and Demsher
Noes : Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Ordinance No. 1476 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
AGREEMENT - Independent Consultant Contract
Councilman Pugh explained that this proposed contract is between
the City of Redding and former City Attorney Earl Murphy and
that Mr . Murphy would be consulted on matters pertaining to the
NCPA. He felt it was an appropriate contract; however, suggested
two amendments to Paragraph No. 1 of the contract as submitted to
Council on February 19 , 1980 , as follows :
1. Consultant shall attend all meetings of the NCPA, WAPA
and P .G. & E. , to which Redding is invited and as directed by
the City Manager or Assistant City Manager, and shall report to,
advise, and represent Redding in connection with all such dis-
cussions and negotiations as take place at such meetings . In
addition, Consultant shall review and advise Redding on all mat-
erials received by Redding from legal consultants or representa-
tives or officials of the NCPA, or member cities thereof , or WAPA
or P .G. & E. When requested by the City Manager, or Assistant City
Manager, Consultant shall also provide historical background and
advise on matters which were pending in the office of the City
Attorney at the time of his retirement.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick approving the Employment Agreement as amended, between
the City of Redding and Earl D. Murphy, for consultant services
and authorizing the Mayor to execute same. The Vote: Unan-
imous Ayes
AWARD OF BID - Voltage Regulators , Bid Schedule No. 1166
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick approving the recommendation of the City Manager that
Bid Schedule No. 1166 , Voltage Regulators, be awarded to Siemens-
Allis , Inc . , as the second low bidder in the amount of $43 ,515 . 12 ,
sales tax included , with delivery in 56 days .
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard , Kirkpatrick , Pugh and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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AWARD OF BID - Underground Triplex Cable , Schedule No. 1167
MOTION : Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Council- 3
man Pugh, approving the recommendation of the City Manager that
Bid Schedule No. 1167 , Underground Triplex Cable, be awarded
to Norcal Electric on their low firm bid in the amount of
$54 ,122 . 54 , sales tax included.
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh andDemsher
Noes : Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
AWARD OF BID - One-ton Truck with 28 ft. Aerial Boom and Service
Body, Bid Schedule No. 1168
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick and seconded by Council- 9
man Pugh, approving the recommendation of the City Manager that l6'J
Bid Schedule No. 1168 , one-ton truck with 28 ft. aerial boom
and service body, be awarded to Redding Ford, the sole bidder ,
in the amount of $28 , 519 . 25 , sales tax included.
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick , Pugh and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
EDA GRANT APPLICATION - Municipal Airport Terminal
City Manager Brickwood reviewed his memo to the City Council
dated February 14 , 1980. This involves a grant from the Economic
Development Administration in the amount of $1 ,200 ,000 towards
construction of a new terminal building at the Redding Municipal
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Airport. This would cover approximately 47% of the total cost.
Mr. Brickwood explained that staff has been discussing methods
of financing the balance of the cost, but is not yet ready to
make a proposal to Council . He did feel that funds would be
obtainable.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick and seconded by Council-
woman Gard, that Resolution No. 80-25 be adopted, a Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing filing
of application with Economic Development Administration, U.S .
Department of Commerce, United States of America, for a grant
under the terms of Public Law 89-136 as amended for construction
of a new terminal building and related facilities at Redding
Municipal Airport.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-25 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING - General Plan Amendment, GPA-3-79
"Upper Churn Creek"
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his
memo to Council, dated February 14 , 1980 , stating that the )45
Planning Commission, at its meeting of February 13 , 1980 ,
recommended two modifications to the "Upper Churn Creek" Plan.
A map depicting the properties the Commission reconsidered was
furnished to Council .
It is the staff recommendation that Council set a public hearing
for 7: 30 P .M. , March 17 , 1980 to consider the Commission' s
report.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton
approving the aforestated request for setting a hearing date.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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SETTING PUBLIC HEARING - General Plan Amendment Application
GPA-7-79 by Carol Miller , et al
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his
memo to Council, dated February 14 , 1980 , stating that the
Planning Commission, at its meeting of February 13 , 1980 ,
unanimously recommended reclassification of property located
from 2406 to 2469 Old Eureka Way, from "Residential" , nine
units per acre, to "Office Residential" . The properties were
shown on the Vu Graph.
It is the staff recommendation that Council set a public hearing
for 7 : 30 P.M. , March 17 , 1980 , to consider the application.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick approving the aforestated request for setting a hearing
date. The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP - Ridgeview Subdivision, Units 3 and 4
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has approved
the Tentative Subdivision Map for Ridgeview Subdivision, Units 3
10 and 4 , subject to 26 conditions of approval. Council was pro-
vided a list of the conditions. The location of the subdivision
was shown on the Vu Graph.
APPEAL OF TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP S-13-78 - Set Public Hearing
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his
memo to Council dated February 15 , 1980 , stating that since the
1b% Planning Commission' s approval of the Tentative Map, the devel-
oper filed a letter appealing three of the conditions of approval
pertaining to improvements on Victor Avenue.
It is the recommendation of staff that a public hearing be set
for 7 : 30 P.M. , March 3 , 1980 , to consider the appeal.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Council-
woman Gard approving the aforestated request for setting a
hearing date. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP - Map S-30-79 , by Pan Tempo Properties
Council was advised that the Planning Commission has approved
the Tentative Subdivision Map S-30-79 , subject to nine condi-
tions of approval. Council was provided a list of the conditions .
The location of the subdivision was shown on the Vu Graph.
()� Discussion ensued regarding industrial and commercial uses in
the City of Redding.
Councilman Pugh was concerned about the lot size reduction in
this development.
Councilwoman Gard stated that the Planning Commission had a
great deal of concern in this regard.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated that
this area was not really well suited for large industrial
development and the Commission felt this was an opportunity for
a small industry to own property in an industrial park.
Councilwoman Gard stated this was the same idea behind many
Planned Developments.
Mayor Demsher believes this is a good idea but would hope we
don' t encroach too heavily on the industrial park concept.
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Councilman Pugh asked what other undeveloped industrial areas
remain.
Mr. Perry listed the areas still left for industrial development
as follows : In the vicinity of Strange Lumber, Moss Lumber ,
Redding Steel by Fire Hall No. 3 , Redding Municipal Airport,
and Lake Boulevard near the Buckeye Dump.
In response to an inquiry, Mr. Perry stated that there are three
undeveloped parcels in the Industrial Park, but none are owned by
the Economic Development Corporation.
Councilwoman Gard stated there are very few large industrial
areas left in the City. She noted that this division of land
is encouraging commercial usage on industrial sites; however,
with the Planned Development criteria, it will hold to the
industrial uses quite adequately.
LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LEAA) - Local Government
Declaration to Participate with Region B
Police Chief Whitmer reviewed his memo to Council dated Feb-
ruary 14 , 1980 , which memo is hereby made a part of these
minutes by reference. He advised that during the last week
in December, the President signed into law the Justice System
Improvement Act of 1979 (S. 241) , which authorizes the Law En-
forcement Assistance Program (LEAA) for an additional four
years. This new law significantly changes the relationship (i)(,�
between local, state, and federal government, and directly
affects the City of Redding. Chief Whitmer advised that
Region B , which includes Redding, will no longer be guaranteed
a portion of federal crime control funds from LEAA unless the
jurisdictions within the region declare their intent to par-
ticipate in a combination entitlement jurisdiction. Region B,
as it now exists or including other contiguous counties and
cities therein which wish to participate, can qualify for
this status if they combine to "plan, develop, or implement
criminal justice programs" . Chief Whitmer reviewed the benefits
and responsibilities as outlined in his report to Council , and
noted that the City of Redding presently has two representatives
on the Advisory Board, the City of Anderson, one representative ,
and the County, three. He stated that membership on the new
Advisory Board will be determined by Mayors and Supervisor
Board Chairmen of participating public agencies.
Councilman Fulton, who is also a member , recommends that it
appears beneficial to the units of local government in Region
B to continue to work together under the new program. Council
is requested to authorize the City Manager to execute the
Declaration of Intent and subsequent program agreements on
behalf of the City.
Councilman Pugh questioned if the governing body of this entitle-
ment
is something that must yet be established.
Chief Whitmer responded in the affirmative noting that once this
is authorized by LEAA, the board will be defined which will give
the mayor of each participating city and the chairman of each
participating board of supervisors a more active roll .
Mr. Pugh questioned if all cities and counties will be represented.
Mr. Whitmer said this has not yet been defined .
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Mayor Demsher said he had served on the governing body for
awhile and could not find any problem with the method of
apportionment.
Chief Whitmer said his views differ in this regard. He added
that the City of Redding has the option of attempting to qualify
on an individual basis but it would be in competition with other
cities and would receive no guaranteed allocation.
Councilman Fulton said the new entitlement will give the City
of Redding more voice in its decisions .
Councilman Pugh noted that the City is obviously seeking funding
and asked if there will be any outlay on its part.
Chief Whitmer said that presently no outlay will be required;
however, in 1980-81, there may be a 10% outlay or a cash match
to be put up by the agency receiving the funds.
Mr. Pugh said although he does not favor regional government
as it removes the center of control too far from the voters , it
appears that if the City is to obtain funding under the LEAA pro-
gram Council must approve the aforestated request.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick authorizing the City Manager to execute the Declaration
of Intent and subsequent program agreements on behalf of the
City of Redding . The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application RZ-11-79 by Rod Rodriquez
Councilman Kirkpatrick abstained from discussion and voting
on this item.
The hour of 7 : 30 P.M. having arrived , Mayor Demsher opened
the Public Hearing re Rezoning Application RZ-11-79 by
Rod Rodriquez .
I-11A The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk :
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission Recommendation dated 2/14/80
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
had been received.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed
his memo to Council dated February 14 , 1980 . He stated
that at its regular meeting of January 8 , 1980 , the Plan-
ning Commission recommended rezoning of property located
on the west side of Hemsted Drive , from "U" Unclassified
District to "R4-25-B20-F" Multiple Family Residential
District. He noted that the "F" site-plan-review require-
ment reiterates some of the conditions attached to
approval of the subdivision. The area was shown on the
Vu Graph.
Mr. Perry continued that at a public hearing in December ,
the Commission directed the staff to assess the relevance
of the rezoning to the impacts and mitigations identified
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in the final environmental impact report for Redbanks Sub-
division. After reviewing the analysis of the final EIR,
the Commission concurred with the staff ' s conclusion that
the rezoning will not create any substantial environmental
impacts greater than those identified in the EIR.
He stated, the subdivision was initially planned for a mix-
ture of offices and multiple-family uses . It appears ,
however , that offices will predominate the development
pattern.
It is the recommendation of both the Commission and the
staff that the subject property be rezoned "R4-25-B20-F" ,
subject to the six conditions contained in the staff memo.
The "R-4" District, Mr. Perry stated, does permit a max-
imum building height of 50 feet. In the site-plan-review
criteria, a limitation of 40 feet has been suggested,
which is the same as the existing "CO-BR" zoning to the
north.
If the Council concurs , it is recommended that the negative
declaration be ratified and that the prepared ordinance
be offered for first reading .
Dr. Berge Berg , Berg Veterinary Clinic, 380 East Cypress ,
Redding , stated he was not opposed to the rezoning but
wanted it on the record that he does have a veterinary
clinic at 380 East Cypress and does have barking dogs
from time to time which he cannot fully control.
Mayor Demsher asked how far his clinic is from the
property in question, and Mr. Perry stated it is about
600 feet.
Mayor Demsher advised Dr. Berg that Council appreciates
his bringing this matter to the attention of Council and
that it will be made a part of the record.
Traffic Engineer Woody Hamilton stated the neighbors should
be made aware of Condition No. 4 of the site-plan-review
which reads:
"Lots fronting on Knollcrest Drive are to be provided
with one additional parking space for each 20 feet
of frontage or portion thereof in addition to Chapter
18 . 62 of the City Code . "
Mr. Hamilton noted this is the same condition imposed on
Redcliff Drive .
Councilwoman Gard again stated that perhaps we need to
look into the parking standards.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh , seconded by Councilwoman
Gard to close the public hearing . The Vote : Unanimous
Ayes with Councilman Kirkpatrick abstaining.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Council-
woman Gard that Council makes the following findings
regarding Rezoning Application RZ-11-79 , by Rod Rodriquez :
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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 Administrative Review, November 20 , 1979 . The Vote :
Unanimous Ayes , with Councilman Kirkpatrick abstaining .
Councilman Pugh then stated that the record should be clear
regarding the barking dogs , and Dr . Berg was asked if it was
possible he might enlarge his business. Dr. Berg stated it
is a possibility since he owns two of the adjacent parcels.
Mr. Perry stated that Dr. Berg ' s property and the property in
question here, are pretty well buffered by other surrounding
development.
Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1477 for first reading , an
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending
Section 18 . 06 . 020 of the Redding Municipal Code relating to
the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding.
(RZ-11-79)
PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application, PD-8-79 by Urban
Environment, Inc.
The hour of 7 : 30 P.M. having arrived , Mayor Demsher
opened the Public Hearing re Rezoning Application
PD-8-79 , by Urban Environment, Inc .
The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk :
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
The City Clerk advised Council that one written protest
had been received from Mr. & Mrs . Gary F. Smoot , 4322
Paulson Lane , Redding , California.
Planning Director Perry reviewed his memo to Council dated
February 14 , 1980, which memo is hereby made a part of these
minutes by reference. The area under consideration for
rezoning is located generally east of Paulson Lane and
north of Arizona Street and was shown on the Vu Graph. It
is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff
that the property be rezoned from "U" Unclassified District
to "PD" Planned Development District, subject to 24 con-
ditions. Council was provided a list of said conditions .
Ben Harris, speaking on behalf of Urban Environment, Inc. ,
mentioned the concerns of the adjacent property owners ,
noting that modifications have been made; i.e . , the park
has been moved to the south side of Arizona Street, and the
access road into Paulson Lane has been changed to emergency
use only. In his opinion, the modifications conform to the
concerns raised by people in the neighborhood.
In response to a communication received by Council from
Mr. & Mrs . Smoot, Mr. Harris said they have no objection
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to designing a crash barrier (emergency access) that would
have the appearance of a normal fence along Paulson Lane .
He added that perhaps the improvements required on Paulson
should be dropped if there is to be no use of the street
by property owners in the development. He stated that
it is his understanding that the barrier would be in per-
petuity. Mr. Harris added that he had spoken with one of
the property owners on Arizona Street who expressed
concern regarding traffic and speed of traffic on Arizona
Street. He stated that they would be willing to work with
the City on some sort of device (dips , bumps , etc. ) to
reduce speed on said street.
Planning Director Perry said he strongly urges that improve-
ments--street, curb, gutter and drainage--be required on
Paulson Lane.
At that point, Mr. Harris asked that they be relieved from
putting in sidewalks , noting that there would be no access
to Paulson Lane from the development.
Council discussed the pros and cons of requiring the developer
to construct improvements in said lane when there is no
benefit to the Planned Development.
In response to a question as to what the future holds re-
garding the extension of Paulson Lane , Mr. Perry said there
have been no definite plans or requests for an extension.
Councilwoman Gard noted that the ideal situation would be
to form an assessment district for improvements on Paulson
and Gordon Lanes .
Mrs . Smoot, 4322 Paulson Lane , expressed concern that Gordon
Lane would be utilized by school children as it is the most
direct route to Churn Creek Road. It is her feeling that
there should be no access to Gordon Lane as it would be
dangerous for children to use this means to go to school.
Her other concern was the use of private lanes by heavy
construction equipment.
Councilwoman Gard said she feels that timing for waiving
sidewalk requirements is now, noting an assessment district
can be formed later if sidewalks are desired.
Mr. Perry reminded Council that it is now dealing with one
property owner ; however, would have 72 property owners later.
MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman
Pugh that the public hearing be closed.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Councilman Kirkpatrick asked if the area under discussion
is one where children are bussed to school.
He was advised that children walked to Lassen View, Enter-
prise , Parsons and Rother.
Mr. Kirkpatrick said he would like to see the barricade
constructed in the form of fencing.
Mr. Harris replied that this was what the developer was pro-
posing .
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It was brought out that the developer must dedicate 30 feet
along Paulson Lane for street right of way and that the
area 9 1/2 feet back from the curb must be landscaped
and maintained by the Homeowners Association.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Council-
man Pugh that Council makes the following findings re-
garding Planned Development Application PD-8-79 , by
Benjamin A. Harris :
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 Administrative Review on November 28 , 1979 .
The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
A further discussion was held regarding access to Paulson
Lane and Councilman Kirkpatrick stated he would not be
willing to approve removal of the barrier when another
street is developed. He wants the barrier to be permanent.
MOTION : Made by Councilman Fulton that the sidewalk require-
ment on Paulson Lane be deleted as a condition of the
ordinance. The motion died for lack of a second.
With respect to the motion made by Councilman Fulton, Mayor
Demsher noted that Council has not waived sidewalk require-
ments in the past and it is his feeling that the street
will be extended and the sidewalk will be needed.
MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Council-
man Kirkpatrick that the ordinance be amended by addition
of the following condition:
25 . Emergency access only is to be provided to Paulson
Lane and is to be provided as depicted on the site
plan. An emergency access barrier is to be provided
on a permanent basis , and designed to be compat-
ible with and complimentary to the fencing on Paulson
Lane.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Councilwoman Gard offered Ordinance No. 1478 for first
reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Section 18 . 06 . 020 of the Redding
Municipal Code relating to the rezoning of certain real
property in the City of Redding. (PD-8-79)
PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Maps S-21-79
and S-24-79 , by Pacheco Union School District
The hour of 7 : 30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher
opened the Public Hearing on the Appeal of Tentative
ID�� Subdivision Maps S-21-79 and S-24-79 , by Pacheco Union
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The following documents are on file in the office of
the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Public
Hearing
Planning Commission Recommendation dated 2/14/80
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
have been received , and the Mayor ascertained that there
were no protests from the floor .
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed
his memo to Council and stated that at this time , it is the
recommendation of the staff that the public hearing be
continued until March 3 , 1980 , in order to see if a compro-
mise can be reached between the engineer for the development
and the school district.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick continuing the public hearing on this matter
to 7 : 30 P.M. , March 3 , 1980. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - Rezoning Application RZ-12-79
The hour of 7 : 30 P .M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened
the continued public hearing on Rezoning Application
RZ-12-79 .
The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk:
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Public Hearing
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Planning Commission Recommendation dated February 14 , 1980
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests had
been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there were no
protests from the floor.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed
his memo to Council , dated February 14 , 1980 , stating that
at its regular meeting of January 8 , 1980 , the Planning
Commission unanimously recommended rezoning of approximately
two acres located at the east end of Sherman Way and west
of Panorama Drive , from "C-1-F" Neighborhood Commercial
District to "R-1" Single Family Residential District. Maps
depicting the location of the property were shown on the Vu
Graph.
Mr. Perry continued that the rezoning initiation followed
the Commissions approval of the tentative map of Rocky
Point Estates Subdivision , submitted by Don Sherman, and
the prior approval of Use Permit UP-158-79 for a 96 ,000
square-foot shopping-center-and-professional-office complex
on the balance of the 12 . 4-acre parcel . The approved
tentative map created seven parcels on a cul-de-sac at
the north end of Sherman Way and one lot fronting on
Panorama Drive . The subdivision was proposed by the pro-
perty owner and co-applicant of the use permit as a means
of buffering the existing subdivision from commercial activity.
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This item, he said, was continued for two weeks at the
regular Council meeting of February 4 , 1980 , at the re-
quest of the property owner , Don Sherman. Mr . Sherman
requested the two-week delay because a prospective pur-
chaser of the property was considering amending the site
plan for the approved use permit and possibly amending the
approved tentative subdivision map. Since that time ,
Mr. Sherman has related to the staff that, at most, the
prospective developer may seek permission to establish
off-street parking for the commercial center on the parcel
along Panorama Drive.
Mr. Perry stated that since commercial parking may be
developed in an "R-1" district subject to first obtaining
a use permit, it is not felt the proposed rezoning would
diminish Mr. Sherman' s options . If the approved map
were recorded without enactment of the rezoning , however ,
the cul-de-sac lots could be developed with multiple
family units. Therefore, it remains the recommendation of
both the Commission and the staff that the Council
rezone the property from "C-1-F" to "R-1" . If the
Council concurs, it is recommended that the negative declara-
tion be ratified and that the attached ordinance be offered
for first reading.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that the Public Hearing be closed. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman
Gard that Council makes the following findings regarding
Rezoning Application RZ-12-79 :
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 Administrative Review, December 5 , 1979 . The Vote :
Unanimous Ayes
Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1479 for first reading ,
an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding
amending Section 18. 06 . 020 of the Redding Municipal Code
relating to the Rezoning of certain real property in the City
of Redding (RZ-12-79) .
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - Annexation No. 79-12 , Henderson Road
The hour of 7 : 30 P.M. having arrived , Mayor Demsher
opened the Continued Public Hearing on Annexation No . 79-12 ,
Henderson Road.
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City Clerk:
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Hearing
Planning Commission Recommendation dated 2/14/80
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The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
had been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there
were no protests from the floor.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry stated
that it is the recommendation of the staff that the Council
continue the public hearing on this annexation until
March 17 , 1980 .
MOTION : Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick continuing said public hearing to 7 : 30 P .M. ,
March 17 , 1980 , as recommended by Planning and Community
Development Director Perry. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - Castle Court Assessment District No. 1979-5
The hour of 7 : 30 P .M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened
the Public Hearing on Castle Court Assessment District
No. 1979-5.
The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Improvement
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Improvement
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
had been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there
were no protests from the floor.
Associate Civil Engineer Hastings advised that the bids
were opened on February 6 , 1980 and it was determined that
the low bid received was greater than the estimated costs
in the Engineer ' s Report. An Amended Engineer ' s Report is
hereby submitted for filing reflecting the higher costs .
Mr. Hastings stated that because of the increased assess-
ments, it is required that the property owners be renoticed.
After close of the public hearing , it is recommended that
the amended Engineer' s Report be filed and that the prepared
resolution be adopted setting a public hearing for 7 :30 P .M. ,
Monday, March 17 , 1980 , to consider the increased assess-
ment costs .
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that the public hearing be closed.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Amended Engineer' s Report
RESOLUTION - Accepting Report
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 80-26 be adopted, a resolu-
tion accepting report and setting hearing on increased
assessments , Castle Court Assessment District No. 1979-5 ,
City of Redding , Shasta County, California.
The Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh 1,
and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
The public hearing was set for 7 : 30 P .M. , Monday, March 17 ,
1980 .
Resolution No. 80-26 is on file in the office of the City Clerk .
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PUBLIC HEARING - Bechelli Lane/Church of the Nazarene Assessment
District (Chapter 27)
The hour of 7 : 30 P .M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened
the public hearing on the Bechelli Lane/Church of the
Nazarene Assessment District (Chapter 27) .
The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk:
Affidavit of Mailing and Posting - Notice of Public
Hearing
Report of Superintendent of Streets, dated 2/15/80
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
had been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there
were no protests from the floor.
Public Works Director Arness submitted the Report of the
Superintendent of Streets for the subject project. He
recommended that at the close of the public hearing on
this project, Council adopt a resolution confirming the
Report of Superintendent of Streets and making the assess-
ment.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman
Gard that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unan-
imous Ayes
Resolution:
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 80-27 be adopted , a
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
confirming the report of the Superintendent of Streets on
the cost of construction of certain improvements in cer-
tain designated locations within the Bechelli Lane/Church
of the Nazarene Assessment District, and making assess-
ments to pay the cost thereof .
Voting was as follows:
Ayes : Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh
and Demsher
Noes : Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-27 is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING - Abandonment Application A-7-79 , South Bonnyview
Road between Reno Lane and East Bonnyview Road
The hour of 7 : 30 P .M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened
the public hearing on the abandonment Application A-7-79 ,
South Bonnyview Road between Reno Lane and East Bonnyview
Road.
The following documents are on file in the office of the
City Clerk:
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Public Hearing
Resolution No. 80-11
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Resolution No. 80-11
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Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing
Resolution No. 80-11
Planning Commission Recommendation dated 2/14/80
The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests
have been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there
were no protests from the floor.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed
his memo to Council , dated February 14 , 1980 , stating that
at its regular meeting of January 8 , 1980 , the Planning
Commission unanimously recommended approval of the abandon-
ment of unneeded right of way on the north side of South
Bonnyview Road, between Reno Lane and East Bonnyview Road.
Maps depicting the location of the project and proposed
abandonment were shown on the Vu Graph. The draft nega-
tive declaration was also submitted.
Mr. Perry stated in 1979 , the Council and the Commission
considered the abandonment of excess right of way on the
north side of South Bonnyview Road, between Reno Lane
and East Bonnyview. At that time , only the right of way
in front of the adjacent lot would have reverted to the
original subdivider and not the current property owner.
Since that time , the adjoining owner has obtained real
interest in the property proposed to be abandoned, and
the abandonment can now be reconsidered. The area in
question, Mr. Perry explained, became unneeded right of
way when South Bonnyview Drive was moved southward for the
Sacramento River crossing. The area ranges in width from
approximately 50 feet at the east end to 30 feet at the
west end. South Bonnyview Road adjacent to the area would
be 104 to 116 feet in width. He stated it is the opinion
of both the Commission and the staff that the subject area
is not needed for public street purposes. If abandoned,
the right of way would revert to the adjoining two property
owners.
Mr. Perry stated that it is the recommendation of both the
Commission and staff that the excess right of way in front
of 2730 and 2774 South Bonnyview Road be abandoned subject
to retention of easements for storm drainage and for
utility purposes. If Council concurs , a resolution
abandoning the right of way and ratifying the negative
declaration has been prepared for Council consideration.
Councilman Pugh. asked Mr. Perry if this abandonment would
have any effect on the traffic flow onto Reno Lane.
Mr. Perry referred the question to Traffic Engineer Ham-
ilton.
Mr. Hamilton responded that the area proposed for abandon-
ment this evening does not appear to be needed; however,
the 200 feet between this abandonment and Reno Lane could
be used for a right-turn lane onto Reno Lane.
Mr. Pugh suggested that possibly the matter should be
continued for two weeks for further study.
MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that said public hearing be continued to 7 : 30
P . M. , March 3 , 1980. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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PARKING PROHIBITION - Mountain View Drive
Traffic Engineer Hamilton reported that at its regular session
February 11 , 1980 , the Traffic and Parking Commission considered
a staff recommendation to prohibit parking on the inside of
the curve in front of the apartments at 5576 and 5580 Mountain
View Drive to provide needed clearance and visibility. They
voted unanimously to so recommend to Council . Mr . Hamilton
3a recommended adoption of the prepared resolution.
MOTION : Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton
that Resolution No. 80-28 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding prohibiting parking at all times
on the inside of the curve in front of the apartments at 5576
and 5580 Mountain View Drive.
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard , Kirkpatrick , Pugh
and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-28 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Pavement Markers on Various Streets in
the City
MOTION : Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Gard
accepting completion of pavement markers on various streets in
the City of Redding , Bid Schedule No. 1153 , as being completed
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satisfactorily, and instructing the City Clerk to file a Notice
of Completion. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
CLOVER CREEK ESTATES AND FOREST HILLS RANCHETTES SUBDIVISION -
Acceptance of Improvements and Streets
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman Gard
accepting all improvements within the Clover Creek Estates and
Forest Hills Ranchettes Subdivisions for maintenance and opera-
tion, and instructing the City Clerk to return the securities
f �J to the developer . The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
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MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman Gard
that Resolution No. 80-29 be adopted, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding accepting for maintenance and
operation Forest Court, Cecilia Court, Camulos Way, Clover Creek
Street, Sanford Court, and Carolee Court within Clover Creek
Estates and Forest Hills Ranchettes.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes : Council Members - Fulton , Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh
and Demsher
Noes : Council Members -- None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-29 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
LEASE AGREEMENT - City of Redding and Alton 0. Chatham
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
' 1/A patrick approving the lease agreement between the City of Redding ,
and Alton 0. Chatham, for grazing land and authorizing the Mayor
to execute same on behalf of the City. The Vote : Unanimous Ayes
LEASE AGREEMENT - City of Redding and Shasta-Cascade Wonderland
Association, Inc .
MOTION : Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
approving the lease agreement between the City of Redding and
Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association, Inc . and authorizing the
Mayor to execute the necessary documents. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
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RESOLUTION - Rescinding Resolution No. 79-36 re abatement on
Keller/Jewell Patterson property
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk- -, S
patrick that Resolution No. 80-30 be adopted, a Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution
No. 79-36 , which declared intention to begin legal proceedings
of abatement on property at 1800 Eugenia Avenue (Owned by
Deller/Jewell/Patterson) .
Voting was as follows:
Ayes : Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh
and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent : Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-30 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION - Rescinding Resolution No. 79-209 re abatement on
Foster Property
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick that Resolution No. 80-31 be adopted , a Resolution of 3
the City Council of the City of Redding Rescinding Resolution
No. 79-209 , which declared intention to begin legal proceedings
of abatement on property at 823 Twin View Boulevard (Owned by
Foster) .
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick , Pugh
and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-31 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
REVISED AGREEMENT - Kruger ' s Building Maintenance for Janitorial
Services / �
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Fulton J
approving the revised agreement with Kruger' s Building Maintenance
of 4901 Bonnyview Avenue, Redding, California for janitorial
services, and authorizing the Mayor to execute same. The Vote :
Unanimous Ayes
ORDINANCE - Adding Section 11. 24 . 310 to the Redding Municipal
Code
Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1480 for first reading,
an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending //3
Chapter 11 . 24 of the Redding Municipal Code by adding thereto 11J11-
a new Section 11. 24 . 310 , pertaining to parking for disabled
persons on private property.
ORDINANCE -- Authorizing Northern California Power Agency to
Issue Revenue Bonds
Councilman Pugh offered Ordinance No. 1481 for first reading, an
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing
the Northern California Power Agency to issue revenue bonds. A
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In response to an inquiry about the environmental requirements
of this project, Council was advised that the California Energy
Commission has prepared an EIR on the Shell Project, of which
this is a part. It was also noted that Section 21080 (b) (6) of
Public Resources Code exempts such projects, so that no Negative
Declaration is needed from the City of Redding.
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RESOLUTION - General Municipal Election
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilman Kirk-
patrick that Resolution No. 80-32 , be adopted, a Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding appointing election
officers and fixing compensation for said election officers and
designating polling places for each election precinct and de-
signating consolidation of election precincts for the general
municipal election to be held in the City of Redding on Tuesday,
April 8 , 1980.
Voting was as follows :
Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, Pugh
and Demsher
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 80-32 is on file in the office of the City Clerk .
AGREEMENT - Development of property within the North Canby Road
Area Sewer Assessment District
Councilman Pugh stated that this type of agreement procedure is
a very good means for allowing developers to proceed with their
projects in an orderly and timely fashion rather than with the
delays of an Assessment District.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman Gard
approving the Agreement between the City of Redding , and Harloe
A. Brown and Bertice J. Brown to proceed with the development of
their property within the North Canby Road Area Sewer Assessment
District, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said agreement.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
URGENCY ITEM - SURPLUS PROPERTY - St. Patricks Avenue
Mayor Demsher dec Tared this an urgency item.
Public Works Director Arness reviewed his memo to Council dated
February 19 , 1980 . He stated that at its February 4 , 1980
meeting, Council declared a 2 , 250 square foot parcel on the north
side of St. Patricks Avenue surplus and authorized an appraisal
of same. Approval of the sale of this parcel of surplus property
was withheld pending an investigation as to the possible abandon-
ment of the alley which might make the property attractive to
the property owner on the north side of the alley.
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Mr. Arness reviewed the history of said parcel stating that in
1974 , St. Patricks Avenue was realigned and the property owner
north of the alley requested that the alley be abandoned and that
he be allowed to purchase this fragment. Upon checking with the
property owners fronting on the alley, it was determined that at
least two property owners were against the abandonment because
they use the alley in some way. The owner north of the fragment
then dropped his request.
Mr. Arness said that subsequent thereto, the property owner to
the east requested that he be allowed to purchase the fragment,
and the matter was submitted to Council for approval at the
February 4 , meeting. Bob Hastings of the Public Works Department
was unaware of the fact that the Mayor had not been authorized to
execute the deed, and said property owners were told to come to
City Hall at 10 : 00 a.m. , Thursday, February 21, 1980 to complete
this transaction for purchase of the parcel . Mr. Arness said
that the property owners interested in purchasing the property
are scheduled to be out of town for several months and, based
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on staff ' s recommendation, Council is respectfully requested
to authorize the Mayor to execute the necessary documents for
disposal of this property.
Council Members concurred that since the property owners do not
desire to abandon the subject alley and because the fragment is
not usable as a building site, it is in agreement with the staff
recommendation.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Pugh, seconded by Councilwoman Gard
approving the aforestated recommendation of the Public Works
Director that the subject surplus fragment parcel on St. Patricks
Avenue be disposed of and that the Mayor be authorized to execute
the necessary documents for this transaction to the adjoining
property owner. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Bob Hetzel, owner, Country Club Mobilehome Park, 2810 Bechelli
Lane, appeared before Council and stated that he had received
a notice from the City of the new sewer rates which show an
increase for his Mobilehome Park from $31 . 00 to $315 . 00 per month.
He stated that he can only pass the additional charge on to his
tenants but feels that the increase is exorbitant, approximately
$5 . 00 per space, for retired persons living in small mobilehomes
by themselves or with one other person. He questioned if there
is any way the fees can be revised to a more equitable level so
that he could absorb them himself . qv &
City Manager Brickwood said that no final decision has been made
on the subject rates. He noted that further study and considera-
II tion will be given in situations such as this , where there are
only one or two people in these mobilehomes within the Park as
it is not the intention of the City to penalize them.
Councilwoman Gard questioned if the notification Mr . Hetzel
received was a notice only or a billing, and desired further
explanation.
Assistant City Manager Courtney presented historical background
information on the City process in this regard since 1976 . He
said that initially the entire City was scheduled to go on the
household equivalent formula July 1, 1976 , but, for various
reasons , the implementation of this formula has been delayed.
He said that because the City is nearing completion of the sewer
plant and because of the obligations the City has under Federal
and State regulations governing the funds advanced to the City ,
Cou n,ci. l adopted an ordinance establishing these rates and the
referenced notices went out as part of the plan that has been
worked on for two years . He said that staff is very much aware
of the inequities and the charges are presently under review.
Mr. Courtney concluded that an amendment to said ordinance will
be submitted to Council upon completion of the study of the
fees and charges..
ROUTINE COMMUNICATIONS
Application for Alcoholic Beverage License
Claimsteak
994 Market Street
Redding, California
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business , at the hour of 9 : 15 P .M. ,
Mayor Demsher declared the meeting adjourned.
APPROVED :
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ATTEST:
C ty Clerk
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