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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1982-04-05 1 75 a City Council , Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Redding, California April 5, 1982 7:00 P.M. 1 The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Public Works Director Arness. 3 The invocation was offered by Captain Gerald Akin, of the Salvation Army. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pugh with the following Council Members present: Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh. Also present were City Manager Brickwood, Assistant City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays, Public Works Director Arness, Planning and Community Development Director Perry, Electric Director Lindley, Parks and Recreation Director Riley, Housing and Redevelopment Administrator Henson, Senior Associate Planner Keaney, Traffic Engineer/Planner Will , Chief Housing Counselor Maurer, Junior Civil Engineer Murphy, City Clerk Richter, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer, and Secretary to the City Council Rupp. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton approv- ing the minutes of the regular meeting of March 15, 1982, as delivered to each Council Member. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Resignation of Carolyn Kennedy - Civic Arts Commission A letter of resignation was received from Carolyn Kennedy, as a member of the Civic Arts Commission. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard 40 accepting the resignation of Carolyn Kennedy as a member of the Civic Arts Commission, with a special thanks for her efforts in helping to establish the Redding Museum. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes • Request for Reduction of Business Improvement Area Assessment - Ernest Pena, Sandwich Indulgence Ernest Pena, owner of the Sandwich Indulgence in the Downtown Mall , requested a reduction to his Business Improvement Area Assessment because of the lack of available parking. He also submitted a peti- tion from members of the community supporting his request. 1.(p3 Mayor Pugh advised that as long as a business is within this tax improvement area , this type of request must be addressed to the governing body which is the Mall Merchants Association. A report from the Merchants Association will then be submitted to the the City Council for review. Mayor Pugh referred the request of Ernest Pena to staff and the Mall Merchants Association for report and recommendation. Asphalt Cowboys and Sheriff' s Posse Rodeo Week - Parade Route and Schedule of Events , May 8 to May 15, 1982 A map of the parade route and schedule of events for the Asphalt yf.3 Cowboys and Sheriff' s Posse Rodeo Week was submitted to Council along with the approval of the Chief of Police. Resolution - Rodeo Week MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-35 be adopted, a resolution of the 1 i 4/5/82 i 76 f i e City Council of the City of Redding pertaining to the Shasta County s Sheriff's Posse Annual Rodeo Week celebration. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh r Noes: Council Members - None i Absent: Council Members - None i Resolution No. 82-35 is on file in he office of the City Clerk. Congratulations from Resources Agency of California - re Tree City USA Award A letter was received from Huey Johnson of the Resources Agency of California congratulating Redding for being named a Tree City USA, as a tribute to the men and women who have worked hard to foster t 41 I` outstanding tree care services. He stated that the tree program established in Redding is an investment in our State's quality of life and will leave more livable cities for future generations. Proposal for Red Bluff Diversion Dam Project - from Tehama County Flood Control and Water Conservation District g An extensive letter was received from the Tehama County Flood Control and Water Conservation District concerning their proposal for a cooperative venture for the development of the Red Bluff Diversion Dam LP(fi Project. Mayor Pugh said this letter is a [part of the ongoing discussions on the project and with the concurrence of Council , the letter was referred to staff for report. t APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE REGISTER MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Accounts Payable Register No. 19, check nos. 83198 through 83594 inclusive, in the amount of $1 ,320,248.68, be approved and paid, and that t Payroll Register No. 20*, check nos. 158074 through 158626 inclusive, in the amount of $417,126.94, for the period March 14, 1982 through March 27, ) D(P 1982, be approved. Total $1 ,737 ,375.62 Voting was as follows: f- Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None r TREASURER'S REPORT - February 28, 1982 Councilman Kirkpatrick submitted the Treasurer's Report as of February 28, 1 4 9 1982, which showed the Treasurer' s Accountability to be $10,892,085.21 . i CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY - 1st Hearing McKesson Wine & Spirits Co. - Claim filed 3/9/82 MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Claim for Damages filed by McKesson Wine & Spirits Co. on March I. 9, 1982, be referred to the City Insurance Carrier and set for second IA ° hearing on May 3, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes o Nola Marlene Covey - Claim filed 3/15/82 MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Claim for Damages filed by Nola Marlene Covey on `� 3 March 15, 1982, be denied and the claimant so advised. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Harold E. Berg - Claim filed 3/17/82 MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Claim for Damages filed by Harold E. Berg on March 17 , 1982, be denied / A-3 and the claimant so advised. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes *Note: Payroll Register No. 19 will be submitted to Council on April 19, 1982. 4/5/82 77 Helen M. Vienna - Claim filed 3/22/82 MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Claim for Damages filed by Helen M. Vienna on March 22, 1982, be / .2 3 ' referred to the City Insurance Carrier and set for second hearing on May 3, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Earl Lawson Bohannan - Claim filed 3/22/82 MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Claim for Personal Injury filed by Earl Lawson Bohannan on / a, March 22, 1982, be denied and referred to the City Insurance Carrier. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1 Duane and Shirley Rowland - Claim filed 3/15/82 MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Claim for Damages filed by Duane and Shirley Rowland on March 15, 1 A ; 1982 , be referred to the City Insurance Carrier and set for second hearing on May 3, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Kenneth Kramerman - Claim filed 8/24/81 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Claim for Damages filed by Kenneth Kramerman on I a 3 August 24, 1981 , be denied and referred to the City Insurance Carrier. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT City Attorney Hays advised that the City has been served with the following Summons and Complaint: I 3 y Richard Paulson, dba Paulson' s Dog House vs. City of Redding et al 1 ORDINANCE - re Amendment of Municipal Code Pertaining to Fire Prevention MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that full reading of Ordinance No. 1582 be waived and the City Attorney be instructed to scan same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher / /id( that Ordinance No. 1582 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 9.20 of the Redding Municipal Code by 7 repealing Sections 9.20.030, 9.20.040, 9.20.050, 9.20.060, and 9.20.090, and substituting therefor new Sections 9.20.030, 9.20.040, 9.20.050, 4 9.20.060, and 9.20.090, pertaining to fire prevention. Voting was as follows: Ayes : Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Ordinance No. 1582 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. NCPA HARRY ALLEN PROJECT Electric Director Lindley stated that during the regular meeting of October 30, 1981 , Council approved an NCPA assessment of $40,590, which represents Redding' s share of costs associated with preliminary engineering work to be done on the Harry Allen Power Project. This approval was conditioned on a 90% NCPA member participation and a "yes" vote by Op-r'� Redding' s appointed representative. Mr. Lindley advised that these condi- tions were not met. Mr. Lindley said that during a recent workshop held by NCPA, they announced new project cost estimates which are considerably higher and commented on NCPA members' inability to obtain tax exempt financing for the project under the terms of the proposed agreements. After the discussion, each member was asked to provide authorization from its governing body which would establish a firm level of participation in the project. 3 1 3 4/5/82 - - 3 78 Although staff feels the project has a good deal of merit, the apparent lack of tax exempt financing coupled with increased project costs would, in all probability, prevent Redding from being able to participate at this time. Mr. Lindley explained that the higi, overall cost would throttle the l' City' s ability to sell off the power from this project for a considerable r period of time until the City needs the power. t It is the recommendation of the Electric Director that Council not authorize continued participation in theproject at this time. Staff will 1. then proceed to arrange for return ddf the City' s prior conditional appropriation. Mayor Pugh noted that recently there has been a large movement in and out of this project and nothing is solid as to who will definitely participate. He further noted that the number of megwatts to be produced is unsure at this time. The Mayor suggested that until we can get a better picture of the project, that the City should not continue its participation. He added that the Harry Allen Project may become' more viable at some time in the future. T k. Councilman Demsher noted that coal fired projects are known for being one 3- of the more costly power sources. r, MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the City of Redding not continue to participate in the NCPA Harry Allen Project at this time, and authorizing staff to proceed to arrange for return of the City' s prior conditional appropriation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes M-S-R GEOTHERMAL PROJECT #1 - Abril Project Electric Director Lindley advised that luring the regular M-S-R Commission meeting of February 16, 1982, the Commission approved the 1982 second111 quarterly assessments for the M-S-R Geothermal Project #1 (Abril ) . ,(2/4 Redding' s 15% share of the $2,351 ,000 assessment amounts to $352,650. tCouncil has previously authorized an ex enditure of $602,025 as Redding' s share of the first quarterly M-S-R assessment required to begin a exploratory drilling operations. Mr. Lindley said that approval of the $352,650 current assessment will increase Redding' s level of project committed funds to $954,675. M-S-R' s total commitment would then be $6,364,500. Should Council approve continued participation in the M-S-R Geothermal Power Project #1 , Mr. Lindley requested authorization for the appropriation of $352,650 as Redding' s share of the second quarterly project assessment. He further requested that staff be authorized to arrange for such short- term financing as is necessary until ldng-term financing arrangements can be made. In response to an inquiry from Mrs. Gard, Assistant CityManager Courtney advised that short term money is available at this time at approximately 70% of prime, which he feels is a reasonable rate in the current market. He added that the City is soliciting proposals from the banking industry at this time. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, econded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving continued participation in the M-S-R Geothermal Power Project #1 , authorizing the appropriation of $352,650 as Redding' s share of the secondIII 5. quarterly project assessment, and authPprizing staff to arrange for such short-term financing as is necessary until long-term financing arrangements can be made. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes i- CCPA AMINOIL AGREEMENT Electric Director Lindley advised that the Central California Power Agency Iij(9 is currently reviewing a proposal presented to it by the Aminoil Company i x 4/5/82 t 79 regarding the sale of a major portion of Aminoil 's interest in geothermal land leases located in the KGRA Geysers area. Aminoil proposes to sell CCPA a 37.5% working interest in its 50% share of geothermal leases encompassing approximately 61 ,000 acres of land for an initial cost of $40 million. Payment for CCPA' s purchase would be spread over a two-year period in four $10 million payments. Additional ongoing costs would be incurred in the amount of approximately 1$ million annually for lease payments, $4 million to $8 million annually for exploratory drilling; and yet-to-be determined state net profits and royalties. Mr. Lindley stated that as a participant, CCPA would have the right to purchase all the steam produced from the land. Mr. Lindley recommended that after review of the limited information available, consideration of the risk involved associated with geothermal exploratory investigation and the City' s ongoing prior financial commitments to geothermal power source development, that Council not authorize continued participation in the project. Mr. Lindley added that he attended a meeting with CCPA this morning and advised that CCPA is prepared to present an alternative proposal to Aminoil which may be slightly more beneficial ; however, the overall concept of the project would not be changed. He further stated that the City could be 1 obligating itself to a much larger sum of money than outlined above. Mayor Pugh said that it was originally felt this project could tie up a majority of the Geysers properties for the City, but due to the necessity for short term borrowing and the fact that this could preclude CCPA members from further geothermal development in the area, he recommends not continuing with the project. He feels the project does not fit into the City's overall power development plans. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the City of Redding not continue its participation in the CCPA Aminoil Agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 80-17 - Country Oaks Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated April 1 , 1982. He stated that a new petition and letters have been received from property owners in the Country Oaks Subdivision area, located in the northeast quadrant of Interstate 5 and Highway 299, _$3 requesting annexation. This is an addition of Units 4 and 5 to the request considered by Council in 1980 and includes vacant land to the east between this area and the North Hawley Road annexation request. Mr. Perry noted that if annexed, the vacant parcels to the south and southwest should also be included. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. It is the recommendation of staff that Council advise the property owners involved that it is willing to annex the area, subject to the following stipulations: a Units 1 , 2 , and 3: Form an assessment district to slurry-seal all streets. 1 Unit 1 : Form assessment district(s) to install four-foot-wide sidewalks and street lights along all street frontages and to acquire PGandE facilities, except for the three parcels yet to be subdivided. Units 2 and 3: Form an assessment district to install four-foot-wide sidewalk and to acquire PGandE facilities. A 1 4/5/82 i- 80 1 Units 4 and 5: Since no houses have been built in these units, require the developers to install conduit and base for street lights per City policy, enter into a deferred-improvement agreement to install sidewalks at the time of develop- ment of each lot and form an assessment district to acquire PGandE facil- ities. It is further recommended that prior to the annexation, streets in Units 4 and 5 be cleaned and repaired from winter storm damage and that the III island planter in the cul-de-sac at Mt. Oak Court be bordered by vertical curb and landscaped and that the storm-drain system across Jan Court be L improved as per requirements of the Public Works Department. Mr. Perry noted that the owners of the three large parcels in the southeast corner of the development have agreed to follow the Redding General Plan for development of these parcels, which is single-family. The current County zoning is multiple-family and commercial . It should also be noted that some of the lots in the subdivision will require substantial grading to develop building pads due to their slope. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the recommendation of staff as hereinabove stated with regard to Annexation Request No. 80-17, Country Oaks. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Staff was directed to draft a letter to be mailed to property owners. PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-22-81 , Woodside Park, by William Huggitt The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-22-81 , Woodside Park, by William Huggitt. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: a Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing 1 Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerkadvised that no written protests have been received. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated April 1 , 1982. He stated that the Planning / C)g Commission granted the applicant of Tentative Subdivision Map S-22-81 , permission to create 111 lots, a private park, and three remainder parcels on property located south and west of Golden Heights Drive, south of Sherman Way and Oleta Drive and northeast of Sulphur Creek and Quartz Hill Road. Since the Planning Commission meeting, several adjoining property owners have appealed the approval . Maps of the area were shown on the Vu Graph. t Mr. Perry reminded Council that this same property was the subject of a 36-lot, tentative map approval and 117-lot, master-plan review in the spring of 1981 . At that time, the previous property owner appealed the requirement to dedicate several acres of relatively level land at the southeastern corner of the property. The City Council i subsequently upheld the Commission' s dedication requirement. He stated that since that time, the property has been sold and the new owner has withdrawn the approved tentative map and has submitted the i- new tentative map currently being considered. r Mr. Perry advised that the Woodside Park Subdivision tentative map differs significantly from the map finally approved one year ago. The ti knoll in the southeastern corner is proposed to be developed with ten . large lots. Access to the area is proposed via a new road alignment not previously considered. As stated above, the previous tentative k � 4/5/82 81 •• i map for the same property (Golden Heights Unit No. 4) had a condition requiring the dedication of the entire southeast corner (approximately 1 17 acres) . The reasons for dedication at that time were to avoid the '• impacts of development in that area. Access to the area as proposed on the previous tentative map required side-hill cuts on slopes of up j III to 40 percent immediately adjacent to Sulphur Creek. The road presented serious problems of side-hill grading, erosion control , and cost effectiveness of City maintenance. Mr. Perry stated that i secondary considerations were fire access and the relationship to previous open-space dedications. As shown on Exhibit "A" , areas to1 the east have already been dedicated and areas to the south across Sulphur are proposed for dedication as part of Highland Estates. Mr. Perry pointed out that the appellant' s letter indicates the basic objection to the project is the development of the "knoll" in the 1 southeastern corner of the property. The letter states that the g impacts of development at that location have not changed from the 1 original project and that the project should, therefore, be denied. A 1 Mr. Perry explained that the current proposal for access to the southeast corner significantly mitigates the majority of concerns previously identified. The new road alignment traverses a bench on the canyon slope, which is set back 250 feet from the creek at its closest point. In the opinion of staff and the Planning Commission, this new road alignment reduces the water-quality, erosion and road- maintenance concerns to the point that they are no more significant than in other parts of the subdivision. The appeal also makes reference to the new access to the north and the private park proposed in the project. Both these aspects are con- sidered assets to the project. In regard to the amount of total land dedicated, it is the opinion of staff that the proposed dedication for this subdivision adequately protects the Sulphur Creek floodplain and provides a corridor for an urban trail system that receives minimal impact from surrounding development. It is the recommendation of staff that the appeal be denied and that the action of the Commission be upheld. Councilwoman Gard was concerned about the lack of a requirement for perimeter fencing on some areas along Santa Rosa Way. She felt the road grade would cause a noise problem to neighboring properties. Councilman Kirkpatrick concurred with this concern. Steven Dean, 1716 Court Street, Suite 203, the attorney representing some of the residents mainly from the Panorama Drive area, expressed that the main concern of his clients is the development of the knoll . He stated that under the original tentative map, and along with the Highland Estates dedication, the bulk of the canyon was allocated as greenway. Mr. Dean emphasized that there is a 40% decrease in open space dedication under the new tentative map. He said that some of I the residents he represents purchased their homes after the approval of Golden Heights Subdivision and the purchase prices were in part J III based on the fact that the knoll would be dedicated open space. Mr. Dean noted that his clients also have other concerns such as the t access road. Mr. Rick Pizzi , engineer for the subdivision, emphasized that the open space has not been lost but has shifted to the individual lots in private ownership. He noted that he would be available to answer any questions. t 1 4/5/82 i 1 82 . r i Brent Owen, P. 0. Box 2483, Redding, said his main concern is the development of the knoll . He felt it will be better for the overall F environment if the knoll is not developed. Mr. Owen also felt that the access road is inappropriate and added that the Planning i. Commission did not have any grade information when they approved the road along the canyon. k Scott Thompson, 3077 Panorama Drive, stated the reason he bought his property was with the understanding that the knoll would be open Ispace. He asked that the appeal be denied and the knoll remain as greenway. 6 Howard Schlemmer, 3065 Panorama Drive, was concerned about R preservation of the environment and was opposed to the development of the knoll . He, also purchased his home, which overlooks the knoll with the understanding that the knoll would remain undeveloped. Gerald Haughton, 1010 Ona Lane, said he was concerned about the proposed access road at a 10% grade, and believed it would generate a noise problem. He felt there were other areas where access could be obtained. Mr. Pizzi reiterated that there is really no reduction in undeveloped land. He noted that the 500 foot cut for the road may be a misunder- standing. He added that most cuts will be sliver cuts and that the grades meet or exceed the grading allowances of the City. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mrs. Gard said one of her major concerns is water quality in Sulphur Creek. Mr. Perry indicated that the Bella Vista Water District is 1 anxious for anything that can be done to preserve the creek. In response to an inquiry from Mrs. Gard, Mr. Perry replied that the private park in the proposed subdivision does meet the intent of the ordinance. He felt it will be an asset to the subdivision as well as t relieve some of the burden on City parks. Councilman Kirkpatrick said he shares some of the concerns of the property owners regarding development of the knoll . He also had concerns regarding the grading of the access road and the noise the traffic could cause for the adjacent mobilehomes in the area. Mr. Kirkpatrick felt a fence should be required along the perimeters. Mr. Perry remarked that staff also had a problem with the knoll , but the access road eliminated any real concerns. He added that the General Plan was used as a guide which depicts the knoll as a fully usable area. Councilman Demsher stressed that the dedication of the knoll was an important consideration in the approval of the Golden Heights Subdivision. He felt the canyon has some very unique features that should be preserved. t Mayor Pugh emphasized that the City is trying to maintain the feeling that we are not solid roof tops. He also encouraged preservation of11/ the creek and its habitat. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Demsher that the appeal of Tentative Subdivision Map S-22-81 , Woodside Park, be upheld and that the developer be asked to submit another map to the Planning Commission, with the knoll remaining undeveloped. The Vote: FUnanimous Ayes i i 4/5/82 83 I PUBLIC HEARING - re Rezoning Application PD-17-80, Benton Ranch Mayor Pugh abstained from voting and discussion on this matter and the public hearing was conducted by Vice Mayor Demsher. The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Vice Mayor Demsher opened the public hearing re Rezoning Application PD-17-80, Benton Ranch. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing 1 Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission Recommendation dated April 1 , 1982 The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received. 9 1 � �D K Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated April 1 , 1982, which is incorporated herein by reference. Jerry Bolster, Chico, representing the developer, asked that the hearing be continued to the next regular Council meeting. He stated that he just received a copy of the staff report and asked for time to prepare a report. Mr. Perry advised that continuation of the hearing would no present a problem. MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the public hearing re Rezoning Application PD-17-80, Benton Ranch, be continued to 7:30 P.M. , April 19, 1982. The Vote: 4 Unanimous Ayes with Mayor Pugh abstaining PUBLIC HEARING - re 1982 CDBG Entitlement Grant and Amendment of the 1979-82 Housing Assistance Plan The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re the 1982 CDBG Entitlement Grant and Amendment of the 1979-82 Housing Assistance Plan. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received. c °2 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated April 1 , 1982. He stated that the Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee unanimously recommended approval of the Proposed Goals and Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for the 1982 CDBG Entitlement Grant and to amend the City's Housing Assistance Plan. Council was given copies of reports summarizing the 1982 Program and Housing Assistance Plan amendment. Mr. Perry added that the purpose of the amendment is to extend the plan to September 30, 1982. If the plan is not extended, the City would not be in conformance with HUD' s requirements. It is recommended that Council approve the Proposed Goals and Objec- tives and Projected Use of Funds for the 1982 CDBG Entitlement Grant 4 as the Final Statement of Goals and Objectives and Projected Use of Funds. It is also recommended that a resolution be adopted authoriz- ing the City Manager to file the 1982 CDBG Entitlement Final Statement for $481 ,000 with the Department of Housing and Urban Development and amend the 1979-82 Housing Assistance Plan. 4 I I 4/5/82 84 rr Linda Sabot, of Legal Aid of Shasta County, presented a proposal for an occupancy inspection program, whereby housing will be inspected for substandard conditions prior to a tenant moving out. She suggested that CDBG Grant funds be used for this program. Ms. Sabot commented that many times substandard conditions are carried over from one tenant to the next and landlords are never required to correct the problems. ¢ In response to an inquiry from Councilman Demsher, Gary Solberg of i Legal Aid, replied that about four files per week are opened on this ttype of complaint and three or four phone calls are received per week. He noted that some of the complaints are repeats of the same property and that frequently tenants move out before a court trial and unlawful detainer can be obtained. Mr. Solberg estimated that inspections would be required about once every two years. 2.2. Councilwoman Gard stated that the Community Development Committee has k talked about this problem at past meetings. She is in favor of the concept but feels it should be reviewed by the Committee first. She suggested referring the proposal to the Community Development Com- mittee for their input. She added that she would also like to hear from the City' s Housing and Redevelopment Administrator and Chief Housing Counselor about the program. Councilman Demsher said he agrees there is a problem which Council needs to study before next year. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes f MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the Proposed Goals and Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for the 1982 CDBG Entitlement Grant as the Final Statement of Goals and Objectives and Projected Use of Funds. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick I. that Resolution No. 82-36 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the Amendment of the 1979-82 Housing Assistance Plan and authorizing the City Manager to file a Final Statement of Goals and Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for $481 ,000 with the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-36 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-1-82, by Ron Munk r The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-1 -82, by Ron Munk 5 ,r The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk. a� Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and f. the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. 4/5/82 i 85 Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated March 30, 1982. He stated that the Planning Commission has recommended abandonment of a portion of West Street south of Laurel Avenue. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. Mr. Perry advised that the applicant has the underlying title rights to the area proposed to be abandoned. He outlined eight features regarding the application and added that there is no apparent need for the street. It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that the area generally depicted in the staff report be abandoned with the four stipulations as listed in the staff report which is incorporated herein by reference. It is also recommended that the negative declaration be ratified, and A that the City Attorney be asked to prepare a resolution for considera- tion for abandonment as outlined after the applicant completes the deferred-improvement agreement. rt i MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton 4 that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Council makes the following findings re Abandonment Application A-1-82: 1 . Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 4 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 January 27, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher approving the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff as hereinabove stated and instructing the City Attorney to prepare the necessary resolution for abandonment. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-2-82 The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-2-82. The followingdocuments are on file in the office of the CityClerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing :�Z5 / Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated March 30, 1982. He stated that the Planning Commission has recommended abandonment of certain sewer easements in Country Oaks Subdivision, Units 4 and 5. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. Mr. Perry advised that these are unused easements which are no longer necessary and can be abandoned. 4 4/5/82 86 F It is the recommendation of both the Planning Commission and staff that Council adopt a resolution to ratify the negative declaration and abandon the easements. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 82-37 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of a public utility easement across Lots 6, 7 , 8, 9, 48, 49, 50, 51 , and 56 of Country Oaks Subdivision, Units 4 and 5, and ratifying the negative z declaration. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-37 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING - re Abandonment Application A-14-81 , by Gary Stokes The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re Abandonment Application A-14-81 , by Gary Stokes. 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 III i The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. E G2S ,J Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo- randum to Council dated March 30, 1982. He stated that the Planning Commission has recommended abandonment of a portion of Henderson Road .7 between the planned Hartnell Avenue extension and the Redding Transit Mix office, located at 2509 Henderson Road. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph and Council was advised that it previously reviewed EIR-3-80 for the Cobblestone Planned Development, which was determined to adequately address the impacts of this project. In reviewing the overall traffic circulation in the area, it is the i opinion of both the Planning Commission and staff that this section of Henderson Road is not needed for any public street purpose. However, because of present parking and access configurations on the westerly parcel and the future need for a cul-de-sac at the end of the side street, full abandonment was not recommended. The changes made are illustrated on Figure 2 of the staff report which is incorporated herein by reference. It is the recommendation of the Commission and staff that the abandonment be approved as depicted in Figure 2 subject to the four stipulations as listed in the staff report. III i It is also recommended that certain findings be made under Section 15088 of the State EIR Guidelines , and that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a resolution to abandon the right of way upon the filing of a notice of completion for the construction of Hartnell and Parkview Avenues, dedication of a corner rounding, and the installation of curb and gutter or execution of a deferred-improvement agreement for those improvements. 1 f 4/5/82 i 87 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher that under Section 15088 of the State EIR Guidelines, Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into the project which mitigate or avoid the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the final EIR. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes a MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving the recommendation as hereinabove stated re Abandonment Application A-14-81 , as depicted on Figure 2, and instructing the the City Attorney to prepare the necessary resolution for abandonment of 3 the right of way upon the filing of a notice of completion for the 1 construction of Hartnell and Parkview Avenues, dedication of a corner rounding, and the installation of curb and gutter or execution of a deferred-improvement agreement for those improvements. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC HEARING - re Resolution of Public Convenience and Necessity for Electric Easements in Hartnell Avenue Assessment District. The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Pugh opened the public hearing re a resolution of public convenience and necessity for G electric easement over Rother, Pieper, and Wilcox Parcels for the Hartnell Avenue Assessment District. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Service - Notice of Public Hearing The City Clerk advised that communications were received from Gene 1 Rother and Robert A. Rehberg. City Attorney Hays reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 31 , ,531 � 1982. He stated that the design of the new Hartnell Avenue extension requires the relocation of an easement which PGandE has along the same route for a 60 KV line. He advised that PGandE has agreed to move their facilities if we will acquire the easement interests required to accommodate this move. Negotiations with the three parties whose property the new easement crosses, have been unsuccessful . The City Attorney recommends that Council find, at the conclusion of the hearing, that the public convenience and necessity require the acquisition of the easements sought, and adopt a resolution, to allow the filing of eminent domain proceedings and obtain possession of the required property interests. Mr. Hays suggested that Council specify in its motion that the resolution will not be effective until the City Clerk has received notice that a written agreement with PGandE has been received. Mrs. Arthur Pieper, 3000 Bechelli Lane, objected to this acquisition stating it will devalue their property. She added that her property is only 80 feet wide now. Mrs. Pieper stated that if the City intends to acquire this easement, it should purchase the entire property at the fair market value. Gene Rother, P. 0. Box 3008, disapproved of the acquisition. He does not feel that all the possibilities have been discussed for the placement of the power line in some other position. 4 I 4 4/5/82 4 0 88 r I r In response to an inquiry from Councilman Demsher, Electric Director Lindley replied that other locations have been considered for this power line and he feels this is the best available alternative. i. City Attorney Hays read excerpts from a memorandum from the City k. Engineer for the Hartnell Avenue Assessment District, which stated that the easement will in no way preclude the development of the property unless development was high enough to require higher poles; and, that as an overhead sway easement, the well , greenhouse, trailer, and tree will not have to be removed. L f MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Resolution MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher r that Resolution No. 82-38 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding finding that the public convenience and S necessity require the acquisition of easements over certain real property for public improvement, to wit, for construction and maintenance of electric facilities as part of Hartnell Assessment f District (Rother, Pieper, and Wilcox parcels) ; said resolution will not be effective until an agreement to move facilities is received from PGandE and submitted to the City Clerk. 7 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and �- Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-38 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. III ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 82-7 - North Hawley Road Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 31 , 1982. He stated that a letter requesting annexation has been received from 23 property owners in the Hawley Road area north of Highway 299. Mr. Perry added that the area is within the boundaries of the Redding Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant and is within the Bella Vista Water District which provides water service. Mr. Perry suggested that if annexed, the annexation should extend as far / 5S 3 south as Highway 299, should include or follow the annexation of Country Oaks to the west, and should include all land eastward to Churn Creek. Mr. Perry outlined the advantages and disadvantages of the annexation, indicating that there are substandard improvements in the requested annexation area. He recommended that, since there are very few advantages to the City at this time, that annexation proceedings not be commenced. Mrs. Gard asked if a letter of information has gone out to the residents in the area. Mr. Perry advised that a general information letter is now being used as a handout, however, specific letters to petitioners will not be sent until Council has determined whether or not to commence the annexa- tion. Mrs. Gard expressed concerns about annexing areas with substandard improvements before they have been brought up to City standards. t Councilman Kirkpatrick concurred that there doesn't seem to be any advanIII - tage to the City at this time. Mayor Pugh pointed out that this is an example of an area which could join adjoining properties for improvement districts. t i 4/5/82 . 89 4 4, rt 1 Mrs. Gard concurred and suggested that the petitioners be sent an informa- tion letter advising them what they need to do. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that annexation proceedings not be commenced for Annexation Request No. 82-7, North Hawley Road. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 82-6 - Wilshire Drive Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated April 2, 1982. He reported that at a previous Council meeting, this annexation request was referred to the Public Works Depart- ment to evaluate the need for fire hydrants, street resurfacing and water system improvements. The annexation was also referred to the Electric Department to evaluate the cost of acquiring electrical facilities and whether those costs would exceed what it would otherwise cost to provide electric service to the portion of Rother Subdivision already in the City. Copies of the reports from the Public Works and Electric Departments were submitted to Council and Mr. Perry advised Council that the estimated cost to install a fire hydrant system is $465,000, not counting connection charges, meter installation, etc. The Electric Department has estimated that it will cost an additional $49,000 to provide electrical service to the area. Mr. Perry explained that the cost of installing fire hydrants is probably high enough to discourage annexation. Mr. Perry felt, however, that it is in an area that should be in the City to eliminate confusion in provision of services. He added that if the area is not annexed, it will cost the City approximately $65,000 extra to provide electrical service to the areas in the City to the north that already have been annexed. It is recommended that annexation proceedings be commenced without requir- ing water-system improvements, but that property owners be required to pay for the acquisition of PGandE facilities. Council Members concurred that annexation of this area is a definite benefit to the City. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that property owners in the area of Annexation Request No. 82-6, be advised that Council is willing to annex if an assessment district is formed to acquire and transfer the PGandE facilities to the City. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 82-8 - Branstetter Lane r' Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum to Council dated March 31 , 1982. He stated that five property owners located west of the west end of Branstetter Lane have requested annexation to the City. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. Mr. Perry explained that road access to the area is difficult and seasonal streams occasionally need to be forded. All access is by unimproved easements, which are not suitable for City service vehicles. Mr. Perry outlined the advantages and disadvantages of annexing the area `j53 and pointed out that the main disadvantage is the inability of the City to provide services to the area. The Fire Department would have a difficult time in responding to a fire due to road conditions, lack of fire hydrants , and distance from the nearest fire station. Three alternatives were submitted by the Electric Department. It is the recommendation of staff that Council ask the City Attorney to prepare a resolution to exchange property taxes and commence proceedings i for the area, with the plan of service modified to reflect that the only 4/5/82 90 s i i 1.. City services provided to the area will be electric, police and fire until such time as dedicated and improved public streets are provided to the area. Discussion ensued regarding one of the suggested alternatives which would allow electrical service to the residents in the area even though the area remains unannexed and charging a surcharge for providing such service. III Mayor Pugh felt that since electricity is the main problem here, this is an 4 alternative worth considering. In response to an inquiry from Mrs. Gard, City Manager Brickwood advised S that we are now providing fire protection to the area through a mutual-aid contract with the C.D.F. P Councilwoman Gard suggested that annexation proceedings be commenced while the property owners are motivated so that the City can control development standards. MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher that the • City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution to exchange property taxes and to commence annexation proceedings for the area, indicating that the only City services to be provided will be electric, police and fire until such time as dedicated and improved public streets are provided. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 82-5 - Goodwater Avenue Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memo to Y Council dated March 31 , 1982. He stated that at a previous meeting, Council authorized staff to contact a property owner on the south side of Goodwater Avenue to see if he wanted to be included in the proposed ? annexation. Subsequently, that person and one other have requested annexation to the City. III It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution to commence annexation proceedings and exchange property taxes for Annexation 5._ <1;:3 Request No. 82-5, Goodwater Avenue. Resolution MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Resolution No. 82-39 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding consenting to commencement of annexation proceedings and applying to LAFCO for approval of the annexation to the City of Redding of uninhabited territory designated City of Redding Annexation No. 82-5, (Goodwater Avenue Area) . r Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh t Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None b Resolution No. 82-39 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. r Resolution MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Resolution No. 82-40 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding agreeing to exchange of property tax revenues for 5, uninhabited Annexation No. 82-5 to the City of Redding (Goodwater Avenue Area). III Voting was as follows: 4. Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-40 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. r 4/5/82 91 1 v J 4 i 4 ANNEXATION REQUEST NO. 82-9 - Oasis/Woggon Lane 4 Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a petition 4 signed by owners of 45 parcels in the area on either side of Oasis Road, between the Southern Pacific Railroad and Woggon Lane. A map of the area was shown on the Vu Graph. 1 III It is the recommendation of staff that the annexation be referred to the 5 3 3 various City Departments for report and recommendation. ' a MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that 1 Annexation No. 82-9, Oasis/Woggon Lane, be referred to the various City r Departments for report and recommendation. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ? REQUESTS TO SERVE BEER - Nor-Cal Shrine Club and Record Searchlight 1 Parks and Recreation Director Riley advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission has recommended approval of requests from Nor-Cal Shrine Club to serve beer in Lake Redding Park on May 15 , 1982 , and the Record Searchlight ,;; ;? l to serve beer in Lake Redding Park on August 8, 1982, subject to three conditions as listed in the staff report which is incorporated herein by reference. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving the requests to serve beer in Lake Redding Park as hereinabove stated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes COMMUNITY FOREST PROJECT 4 Parks and Recreation Director Riley reviewed his memo to Council dated April 1 , 1982. He stated that his department is presently planning a i Community Forest Project on the Sacramento Riverfront property (east of North Market Street Bridge) as a joint venture with the California III Department of Forestry and the Shasta Union High School District. He a .0 a advised that the project involves reclaiming a waste landfill along the banks of the Sacramento River that ultimately will become a multiple use community forest. There are several other agencies also involved in the project. 5 Mr. Riley outlined the main objectives of the program and explained that labor will be provided by civic organizations and funds will be derived i from a California Branch of Forestry grant. 4 The Parks and Recreation Commission endorsed the project and recommended that Council authorize the City Manager to sign a maintenance agreement indicating that the City would be responsible for watering the trees during this project. I MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard 1 authorizing the City Manager to sign a maintenance agreement as hereinabove stated for the City' s participation in the Community Forest Project. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 4 INTERSECTION MODIFICATION - California and Gold Streets 1 The Traffic and Parking Commission Recommendation was presented by Traffic R Engineer/Planner Will . He advised that a petition was received to investi- gate the accident situation on lower California Street between Gold and South Market. People in the residential neighborhood adjacent to Cali- / i- fornia Street specifically requested that southbound traffic be restricted ) /3.� a III by blocking traffic at the Gold/California Street intersection from contin- uing south. ; 64 Mr. Will reported that he prepared a traffic analysis that evaluated 5 accidents, traffic volumes, vehicle speeds, travel time on various routes and outlined mitigation measures to identified problems. The findings of said report are listed in the staff report and are incorporated herein by reference. i 9 J i J 4/5/82 7 92 The Traffic and Parking Commission recommended that California Street retain its current access and circulation characteristic. The Commission also recommended that the frontage road channelization design shown in Figure 9 of the staff report, be pursued as a means of reducing through traffic and the night time use of lower California Street by drunk or speeding vehicular drivers. In regard to project funding, Mr. Will advised that the Public Works Department has made application to Caltrans for the use of State High Hazard Elimination Program funds of approximately $25,000 to mitigate the accident problem on lower California Street. The frontage road channeliza- tion project would qualify for consideration of High Hazard Elimination project funds. He added that Caltrans has advised staff that the State High Hazard Elimination project list should be known within the next 60 days. If the California/Gold frontage is selected, Federal funding would become available after October 1 , 1982, at a rate of 90% Federal and 10% local . It is the recommendation of the Traffic and Parking Commission that the design as shown in Figure 9 of the staff report be approved, the project be included in the 1982-83 fiscal year budget, and the allocation of $2,500 (matching local share) of the estimated $25,000 frontage road construction cost. Councilman Demsher suggested that the frontage road alternative at California and Gold Streets may be worth trying but he felt that the idea of stop signs further down California Street should not be excluded. He felt that stop signs would help to discourage traffic to a more logical route. Traffic Engineer Will discouraged the use of stop signs and did not feel they would eliminate the accidents occurring on lower California Street. He also noted that studies have shown stop signs are not effective in discouraging traffic. fr Mayor Pugh commented on some locations in Redding where stop signs have discouraged traffic. Mrs. Gard said that stop signs would be a very inexpensive solution. In response to an inquiry, Mr. Will advised that the State High Hazard project is a State-wide project and funding for this intersection would be placed in order of priority. He said funding will become available after October 1 , 1982. Council Members concurred that since State funding is going to take so long, stop signs at Ada and/or Sonoma should be considered as an inexpen- sive solution to the problem. Traffic Engineer Will emphasized that Ada and Sonoma are poor locations for stop signs due to sight distance problems. k Public Works Director Arness agreed that stop signs are the cheapest way to go but sight distance is a problem. Ron Wagner, 2326 Cliff Drive, felt the main problem is slowing down traffic at Sonoma and Ada on California Street. He suggested that simple stop signs be placed at these two points. Doris Brian, a resident on California Street said that several cars have gone out of control and landed in her yard. She added that this has not been just a late night problem; that accidents occur there during the day also. 4/5/82 • 93 Mayor Pugh said stop signs do not slow down traffic but they may encourage drivers to use an alternate route. Howard Fritz, 2475 Waldon, agreed with the use of stop signs at Ada and Sonoma but also favored the use of reflective dots on California between Ada and Sonoma at the beginning of the curve. David Engle, 2464 California Street, said the volume of traffic is high at all times on California Street and favored discouraging the traffic flow. He also suggested heavier police patrol . MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher authorizing staff to apply for State High Hazard Elimination funds for the intersection modification at California and Gold Streets, as depicted in Figure 9 of the staff report. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilman Demsher asked the Traffic Engineer where he suggested placing a stop sign. Mr. Will replied that he felt a stop sign on California at Gold Street would be preferable due to visibility. He added that frequently drivers lose control on the curve. Public Works Director Arness suggested, however, that a stop sign could be placed at Sonoma Street with appropriate advance warnings. Mr. Arness further suggested that as a condition of placing stop signs, on-street parking be eliminated on California Street to provide proper visibility. Council Members concurred with Mr. Arness that this would be good beginning to the solution of the problem. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that stop signs be placed on north and south bound California Street at Sonoma, with appropriate pre-signing, and that the benefit of said stop signs be evaluated in six months. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORT - April 1982 Public Works Director Arness submitted the Public Works Planning Report for 3 /0 April , 1982. AWARD OF BID - Monte Bello Drive Widening Z MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Bid Schedule No. 1373, widening of Monte Bello Drive between Villa Court to Stratford Avenue, be awarded to Tullis & Associates, Inc. on their low bid ,Q,.5-6 in the amount of $10,339.70. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None AWARD OF BID - Construction of Portions of Alta Saga and Amanda Drive MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Council makes the following findings re Bid Schedule No. 1374: 1 . Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan. 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land S� i 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 June 27, 1978. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 4 F 4/5/82 4 4 1 94 x i 1 t k MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher that Bid k Schedule No. 1374, construction of portions of Alta Saga and Amanda Drive, be awarded to North Valley Construction Company, Inc. on its low bid in the 1 amount of $17,524.19. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None i Absent: Council Members - None III ' AWARD OF BID - Alta Mesa Park Irrigation and Turf MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Bid Schedule No. 1375, Alta Mesa Park irrigation and turf, be awarded to A-1 Landscaping, Inc. on its low bid in the amount of $30,606.24. a 6 Voting was as follows: iAyes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None I Absent: Council Members - None x l NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Victor Avenue/Manchester Drive Intersection Improvements MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Bid Schedule No. 1348, Victor Avenue/Manchester Drive Intersection rImprovements, be accepted as completed satisfactorily and instructing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. a. 2 U/ Voting was Conflws: Ayes: ers - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick , and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None 1 SANITARY SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT - City of Redding and County of Shasta 3 Public Works Director Arness requested authorization to participate with k the County of Shasta for an estimated amount of $25,000, to share in theIII cost of sanitary sewer line replacement. He advised that the replacement is due to the increased capacity needs placed on the system by the new Jail . Mr. Arness explained that the City would share equally with the County on the cost of the east-west bore of the railroad track and would participate in the oversizing of the north-south line shown in Oregon Street. v� , 7 It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City allow the County of Shasta a credit against their connection fees in an amount of $25,000, which is the estimated cost of one-half of the cost: of the bore and the oversizing costs of the north-south line. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the City's participation in the sanitary sewer line replacement project as hereinabove stated, and authorizing a credit to Shasta County against their connection fees in the amount of $25,000. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes i RESOLUTION - re Abatement on Ho Property, 2985 Fairway Avenue MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Demsher that F Resolution No. 82-41 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding rescinding Resolution No. 81-276, which declared intention to begin legal proceedings of abatement on property at 2985 Fairway Avenue 02 (owned by Myron Ho and Lin Ho) . .3 Voting was as follows: III Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick , and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None 5 Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-41 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. t t Q 4/5/82 t I S 95 d RESOLUTION - re Destruction of Police Recordings MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-42 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and authorizing the destruction by the Chief a (p of Police of recordings of telephone and radio communications. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Pugh Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None Resolution No. 82-42 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. i QUIT CLAIM DEED - to State of California MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher a approving a Quit Claim Deed to the State of California covering two small j (D 3 1 areas of right of way to accommodate construction of the Victor Avenue interchange. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PERMIT AGREEMENT - John N. Kilpatrick, Avis Rent-A-Car MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving a Permit Agreement for John Kilpatrick ' s Avis Rent-A-Car fI S operation in the new terminal building at Redding Municipal Airport. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REQUEST FOR TAXI RATE INCREASE - London Taxi , Ltd. City Attorney Hays reviewed his memorandum to Council dated April 1 , 1982 , which was from both he and the Assistant City Manager. He explained that an earlier request for a rate increase from Tom Dunston of London Taxi was referred by Council to staff for report and recommendation. Mr. Hays explained the present Code Sections which regulate taxicabs. He noted that the request of Mr. Dunston does not appear to be out of line compared to fares charged in similar jurisdictions. Mr. Hays proposed that Council may wish to consider the possibility of deregulating taxi fares altogether. The amount which could be charged by taxi operation would then be determined in the marketplace. Mr. Hays .0?Cv3 A explained that in order to accomplish this, Council could adopt a resolution stating that rates may be established by operator based upon z market conditions. He recommended that if this option is selected, some lag time be given between that position and the imposition of new rates, and that the resolution require the operator to publish those rates to be charged in the local newspaper. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney and the Assistant City Manager that Council deregulate the taxicab operations with regard to rates. Councilmen Kirkpatrick and Demsher felt deregulation was a good idea, however, Mr. Demsher suggested that a public hearing be held to get input from the public. Councilman Fulton expressed concern that the rates will go sky high. Mrs. Gard said that as long as Council is willing to approve more permits, that in itself will help keep rates reasonable. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Council intends to deregulate taxicab rates and that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M. , April 19, 1982, for public input on the matter. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes In response to an inquiry from Tom Dunston, Council advised that it is not approving the rate schedule prior to deregulation. 1 f 4/5/82 96 i L,-- SERVICES CONTRACT WITH C.H.P. rCity Attorney Hays advised that Vince Tomicich, of the Redding Fire Department, has recently completed an instructor' s course at the California Highway Patrol Academy on the handling of hazardous materials. Mr. Hays submitted a contract, presented to the City of the California Highway Patrol , to allow them to utilize Mr. Tomicich as an instructor to train r °id other law enforcement and public service agencies in the handling of Q (P hazardous materials. III 5 /' It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Council authorize the Fire Chief to sign the contract with the California Highway Patrol , on 1 behalf of the City, for the use of Mr. Tomicich as an instructor for other law enforcement and public service agencies in the handling of hazardous materials. MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton authorizing the Fire Chief to sign the contract with the California High P' Patrol , as hereinabove stated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Mr. Neil Jhaveri , owner of International Imports, submitted a letter to Council dated March 31 , 1982, requesting that the Municipal Code Section 10.62 pertaining to the regulation of drug paraphernalia, be amended. He states in his letter that this ordinance is overly restrictive and has greatly hurt his business. Mr. Jhaveri addressed Council and reiterated his problems as stated in his letter. He added that because of this ordinance he is required to ask for Police Department approval for everything he sells. He suggested this issue be put on a ballot. I: Councilman Kirkpatrick stated that the ordinance, which was adopted on July 20, 1981 , was not effective until January 1982, in order to give Mr. Jhaveri time to reduce his inventory of "drug paraphernalia" and i replace that inventory with other stock. He noted that Mr. Jhaveri was to 4 submit a list of items which were in question so that the Police Department could determine what he may sell and what he may not sell . At this time, such a list has not been received. Mr. Jhaveri said he feels the ordinance is ambiguous and should be amended and added that the Police Department does not cooperate with him. Councilwoman Gard said Council would not be interested in initiating a ballot measure of this kind. City Attorney Hays noted that a Notice of Intent to Circulate a Petition has already been published in the local newspaper. With the concurrence of Council , Mayor Pugh instructed Mr. Jhaveri to provide Council with a list delineating the areas in the ordinance which he feels are ambiguous. L CLOSED SESSION At the hour of 10:30 P.M. , City Attorney Hays called for a closed session to discuss pending litigation. ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONSIII r Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: The Jungle (James Horton) 2181 Hilltop Drive 1 Riverview Market (Tommy, Thomas, Mavis Reed) 3280 Bechelli Lane 4/5/82 i t 97 • • Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association: Publicity State Controller Report re: Highway Users Taxes 1 Motor Vehicle License Fees Off-Highway Motor Vehicle License Fees Pacific Gas and Electric Company: g Notice of Amended Application to Decrease Rates ADJOURNMENT 1 There being no further business, at the hour of 10:45 P.M. , Mayor Pugh declared the meeting adjourned. 1 APPROVED: �-- i i / .- _ � r Mayo r' // i ATTEST: 1 1 City Clerk a I IIIc 1 i 5 'i r N i i III 4 9 7 1 i 1 1 1 I 4/5/82 2