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City Council , Regular Meeting
Police Dept. & Council Chambers
Redding, California
September 7, 1982 7:00 P.M.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by City Attorney Hays.
The invocation was offered by Pastor Charles Mellor of the Seventh Day
Adventist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gard with the following Council
Members present: Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard. Council Members
absent: Pugh
Also present were Assistant City Manager Courtney, City Attorney Hays,
Public Works Director Arness, Planning and Community Development Director
Perry, Electric Director Lindley, Housing and Redevelopment Administrator
Henson, Assistant City Engineer Lang, Associate Civil Engineers Hastings
and Mathis, Senior Associate Planner Keaney, Personnel Officer Bristow,
Associate Planner King, City Clerk Nichols, Deputy City Clerk Strohmayer,
and Minute Clerk Rupp.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent
Calendar:
Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of August 16, 1982
Approval of Payroll and Accounts Payable Registers - Accounts Payable
Register No. 5, check nos. 86335 through 86667 inclusive, in the
amount of $1 ,815,110.26, be approved and paid, and Payroll Register iCL0
No. 4, check nos. 164079 through 164697 inclusive, in the amount of
$435,204.76, for the period August 1 , 1982 through August 14, 1982,
and Payroll Register No. 5 , check nos. 164698 through 165295 in-
clusive, in the amount of $426,226.63, for the period August 15 , 1982
through August 28, 1982 , be approved. Total : $2,676,541 .65 6-/39...// 7
Claims for Damage and Personal Injury - 1st Hearing
Jane Layne - Claim for Damages filed 8/27/82 /23
Recommend denial S-G3%0•-6220
Jerry Snyder - Claim for Personal Injury filed 8/11/82
Recommend denial and referral to City Insurance Carrier e--0761- a521
Darrell Eugene Owens, Claim for Personal Injury filed 8/11/82 1 2)'R
Recommend denial and referral to City Insurance Carrier &-0 9&- 2. U
Award of Bid - Distribution Transformers g .-- 2_50-/00
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1402, three phase pad type distribu-
tion transformers , be awarded to RTE Corporation on their evaluated �3
low bid in the amount of $83,561 .92, sales tax included.
Award of Bid - Aluminum Light Standards g-D..Q /CC7
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1403, aluminum light standards, be
awarded to Norcal Electric Supply on their low bid of $20,617, sales -;24/3
tax included.
Request for Purchase - Used Vehicles for City Pool 1-0,g-/ G
Recommend approval , under Code Section 4.20.080, of the purchase of
two used vehicles from the Hertz Corporation, not to exceed $10,000, /0-'
including sales tax, for use by the City car pool .
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Set Public Hearing - Revenue Sharing i- /5 -/,26)
Recommend that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M. , September 20,
./7 1982, to consider proposed uses of Revenue Sharing Funds and 1982-83
budget appropriations.
Set Public Hearing - Appeal of Tentative Map S-2-81 -S'-/OD- 223--
Recommend
.2--Recommend that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M. , September 20,
1982, to consider an appeal of Summerfield Homes Subdivision,
Tentative Map No. S-2-81 .
Annexation Request No. 82-13 - Quartz Hill Road Area /..9-/20-/ c9/
Recommend referral to Fire, Police, Public Works, Finance, Parks and
•-)`0 Recreation, Electric, and Building Departments for comment.
Annexation Request No. 82-14 - Meadow View Drive /7-70-/25:6-
Recommend
7-7c)-/ 3Recommend referral to Police, Fire, Public Works, Electric, and
r s Airport Departments for comment.
Set Public Hearing - Rezoning Application RZ-6-82 Z -9/ 239
Recommend that a public hearing be set for 7:30 P.M. , September 20,
1982 , to consider Rezoning Application RZ-6-82, by City of Redding.
Notice of Completion - 1981 Slurry Seal Program l,3-G'SD-0,2G r- 5-07D- 2D6
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1329, 1981 slurry seal program, be
5(y, accepted as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk be
instructed to file a Notice of Completion.
Notice of Completion eti on - Storm Drain Improvements DjD- ,f / 5070-3D0
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Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1395, storm drain improvements at
various locations throughout the City, be accepted as satisfactorily
3 l completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to file a Notice of
Completion.
Notice of Completion - Manchester Drive Bypass Sewer Line,-O7-01D)4aD�l75
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1396, Manchester Drive bypass sewer
line, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and that the City Clerk
// be instructed to file a Notice of Completion.
Notice of Completion - Portion of Hilltop Drive ,Q -6/5-e)_ D
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1397 , reconstruction of Hilltop Drive
from I-5 Overcrossing to Peppertree Lane, be accepted as satis-
5 6 factorily completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to file a
Notice of Completion.
Notice of Completion - Pine/East Alley Construction I2 o- -O ,Z5-07D-()20
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1398, Pine/East Alley construction
from Yuba Street to Butte Street, be accepted as satisfactorily
completed and that the City Clerk be instructed to file a Notice of
Completion.
Notice of Completion - Heater-Remixing 70 -Z O D
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1400, heater-remixing various streets
in the City of Redding, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and
U' that the City Clerk be instructed to file a Notice of Completion.
Acceptance of Improvements - Park Marina Village, Unit 3 5.--A/e)____67,2
Recommend that water line improvements in the Park Marina Village,
Unit No. 3, Condominiums, be accepted as satisfactorily completed and
that the City Clerk be instructed to return the securities to the
developer.
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Acceptance of Improvements and Streets - El Verano Estates V„2.7
Subdivision, Unit No. 1 , and Res. 82-140 Accepting Streets 0
Recommend that by minute order, improvements be accepted as satis-
factorily completed in El Verano Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 1 .
Also, recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation, Alta Saga
Drive and Amanda Drive in El Verano Estates Subdivision, Unit No. 1 .
Award of Bid - Drain Lines at Wells 3 and 6 /�-DSG•-off Gl/-G2d-X50 -/0O
Recommend that Bid Schedule No. 1405, construction of drain lines at 0 g
Well Nos. 3 and 6, be awarded to Redd-Cal Construction Company, on its
low bid in the amount of $11 ,889.
Resolution - Enterprise Public Utility District Bonds, No. 82-141 10-020-w../A9
Recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding amending Enterprise Public Utility District Resolution No. 325
and substituting Bank America Securities Services Company of New York
in place of Bankers Trust Company, as paying agent of the City of
Redding for Enterprise Public Utility District Bonds , sixth series.
Resolution - Cascade Community Services District Water Bonds, No. 82-142
Recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the City of ��
Redding amending Cascade Community Services District Resolution
No. 31 , and substituting Bank America Securities Services Company of
New York in place of Bankers Trust Company, as paying agent of the
City of Redding for Cascade Community Services District 1964 Water
Bonds, Series A. 66)-00-0- 700-07p
Resolution - North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District, No. 82-143
Recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the City of 562/
Redding confirming a division of land and bond for Assessment No. 27,
North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District, according to Lot Split
Map No. 83-80. /9-/70 -,420 _307
Resolution - Abatement at 530 Hartnell Avenue, No. 82-144
Recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the City of
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Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals and 5 ,2
ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building and debris
on the property at 530 Hartnell Avenue (owned by George and Louise
Miller) . /9--O3e- 070
Resolution - Abatement at 2449 Court Street, No. 82-145 , --6)00 -07
Recommend adoption of a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving the report and findings of the Board of Appeals and
ordering the abatement of the unsafe and unsightly building and debris '
on the property at 2449 Court Street (owned by Bruce and Judith Ames. )
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
that all the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved and
adopted as recommended.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
111 Resolution Numbers 82-140, 82-141 , 82-142, 82-143, 82-144, and 82-145 are
on file in the office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Request from Downtown Merchants Association and Shasta High School -
re Cross-Country Foot Race 71?-0/0 -,20D / 3 e-7
The City Clerk advised that a request from the Downtown Merchants
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Association and Shasta High School for route approval for their
cross-country foot race, was previously approved by telephone poll of
Fall Council Members. The request is before Council for ratification
of that poll at this time.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton
ratifying the approval by telephone poll , of the above request for a
cross-country foot race beginning and ending at the Downtown Mall on
Saturday, August 28, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Petition - re Limiting Use of Buckeye Baseball Park ,-- 0$O- G9 61-O$ip
A petition was received requesting that activities at Buckeye Baseball
Park be required to cease no later than 10 P.M. nightly, and claiming
that the loudspeakers, noise, and lighting are becoming a public
nuisance.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that the above petition be referred to the Parks and
Recreation Commission for report and recommendation. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Communication from Richard Downs - re Logging Museum . -GfO--(opd--l.S-c6
A letter was received from Richard Downs, representing a group of
citizens interested in the possibility of developing a logging and
wood manufacturing museum as a joint venture between the lumber
industry, other private sector and public entities. Mr. Downs asked
that the City of Redding act as a sponsoring or umbrella agency. He
noted that Mrs. William Main, a long-time member of the lumber
industry has agreed to chair the organizational committee. Mr. Downs
was present to answer any questions of Council .
Councilman Demsher suggested that an ad hoc committee be formed to
consider the possibilities of formulating such a proposal .
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick authorizing the Mayor to form an ad hoc committee to
review the above-mentioned proposal for a logging museum. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
UPPER CHURN CREEK SEWER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1980-7 -('7G—/00 - e
Special Bond Counsel Sperry advised Council that the original Engineer' s
Report has been modified and stressed that approval of the Engineer's
Report with the changes recommended by the Engineer of Work, should be
subject to the review of the Director of Public Works and Bond Counsel .
Mr. Sperry submitted the following documents for filing and adoption by re
Upper Churn Creek Sewer Assessment District No. 1980-7:
Engineer' s Report (Subject to approval by the Director of Public Works and
Bond Counsel . )
Resolution - Accepting Report and Setting Hearing
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
that Resolution No. 82-146 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding accepting the Engineer's Report and setting a public
hearing for 7:30 P.M. , October 18, 1982 , in Upper Churn Creek Sewer
Assessment District.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
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Resolution No. 82-146 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Notice of Improvement
Resolution - re Construction Bids
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
that Resolution No. 82-147 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding calling for construction bids in Upper Churn Creek
Sewer Assessment District No. 1980-7.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-147 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids
Resolution - re Agreement for Financial Consulting Services
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
that Resolution No. 82-148 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding approving agreement for financial consulting services
in Upper Churn Creek Sewer Assessment District No. 1980-7.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-148 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
WESTERN RANCHES WATER ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1981-5
The following documents were submitted for filing and adoption by Special
Bond Counsel Sperry, re Western Ranches Assessment District No. 1981-5:
Mr. Sperry also noted that it would be in order for Council to ratify the
negative declaration prior to the award of the contract.
Resolution - Ordering Sale of Bonds
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
that Resolution No. 82-149 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding ordering the sale of bonds in Western Ranches Water
Assessment District No. 1981-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-149 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that
Council makes the following findings in regard to Western Ranches Water
Assessment District No. 1981-5:
1 . Project is compatible with the Redding General
Plan.
111 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.
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and, ratifies the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of
Administrative Review on May 26, 1982. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
Resolution - AwardingContract -
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MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
that Resolution No. 82-150 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding awarding contract in Western Ranches Water Assessment
District No. 1981-5.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-150 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Notice of Award of Contract
APPOINTMENT OF VOTING DELEGATE - League of California Cities 2 -62 /G---/.50
Mayor Gard advised that it would be appropriate to designate a voting
delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference to be held
in San Diego on October 20, 1982. She also indicated that an alternate
delegate should be appointed.
/jU MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
designating Mayor Gard as the voting delegate for the City of Redding at
the League of California Cities Annual Conference. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton that
Assistant City Manager Courtney be designated as the alternate voting
delegate for the City of Redding at the League of California Cities Annual
Conference. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
APPOINTMENT - Airports Commission O -G/O
Councilman Kirkpatrick abstained from voting on this matter.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Mr.
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Steven Regelin, be appointed to fill an existing vacancy on the Airports
Commission, his term to expire May 1 , 1985. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes with
Councilman Kirkpatrick abstaining
ORDINANCE - re RZ-4-82 2-19/49-;2
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that
full reading of Ordinance No. 1596 be waived and the City Attorney be
instructed to scan same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
� � that Ordinance No. 1596 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Redding amending Section 18.06.020 of the Redding Municipal Code
relating to the rezoning of certain real property in the City of Redding
(RZ-4-82) .
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Ordinance No. 1596 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CABLE T.V. COMMITTEE d-Df- 00-030
Councilman Kirkpatrick submitted a recommendation that Council appoint a
+0,1 citizens committee to research all aspects of cable T.V. as it relates to
the citizens of our City for the purpose of recommending a plan of action
for the Council to follow. He stated that at a recent meeting of the
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League of California Cities, a session was held on cable T.V. and was well
attended by cities who are in various stages of negotiating or renegotiat-
ing franchises with cable companies. Mr. Kirkpatrick emphasized that the
cable T.V. industry is changing rapidly and cities who are granting fran •
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chises must be brought up to date and become aware as to the present "state
of the art" as well as what will be happening in the future. He recom-
mended several citizens for appointment to the proposed committee.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Demsher, Council Member
Kirkpatrick replied that this committee is intended to be an ad hoc commit-
tee until negotiations are completed rather than a continuing committee.
He added that at that time, the need for the committee could be re-
evaluated.
Councilman Demsher asked whether there had been any discussion about cable
T.V. service becoming obsolete because of the satellite dishes. Mr.
Kirkpatrick replied that this does not appear to be happening and added
that some cities are recommending that franchises be negotiated for up to
160 channels, which would be far more than the dishes would offer. He
added that it is a rapidly changing industry and some cities are entering
into joint ventures with cable companies.
Mayor Gard asked who would staff the cable T.V. citizens committee.
Council Members concurred that there should be one or two members of
Council on the committee. Council Members Fulton and Kirkpatrick indicated
that they would be willing to serve.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
that a cable T.V. citizens committee be formed to serve during franchise
renegotiations, to February 1984, at which time the need for continuance of
the committee would be reviewed by Council ; and, that at a subsequent
Council meeting, appointments will be made to said committee. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
Mayor Gard suggested that all members of Council submit names for service
on the committee.
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PLAN - Set Discussion Session g---030-0/0
Planning and Community Development Director Perry submitted a memorandum
summarizing the action that took place at the conclusion of the joint /
public hearing on August 25, 1982. He suggested that Council schedule a
study session during the week of September 13.
With the concurrence of Council , a study session was scheduled for Sep-
tember 13 , 1982 , at 4:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room.
Mr. Perry also advised that a tentative meeting date of September 29, 1982,
has been set for another joint meeting on the Plan.
ANNEXATION REQUEST NUMBERS 80-5 , 80-13, 82-6, 82-1 , 82-9, and 82-10 -
Status Report
1 . Annexation 80-5 - Westwood Manor ,-/.6-0-1
Mr. Perry indicated that to date, two mailhave occurred to owners 5 $ 3
in the subject annexation to determine their interest in annexing with
the requirement to form the assessment district. He noted that 45% of
111 the property owners have indicated that they are in favor of the
annexation, 8% are against, and 47% have not responded.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council take no action con-
cerning the annexation until at least 60% or more of the land area and
lots are in favor of the annexation.
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Council concurred with the recommendation and no action was taken on
this matter.
2. Annexation 80-13 - Argyle Estates , Forest Hills /}=/ 0
Mr. Perry advised that initially 63 property owners petitioned for
annexation in the Argyle Estates area. Following the City' s indica-
tion that it would annex the area subject to transfer of the mutual
water company to the City and the formation of a water assessment
3 district to install fire hydrants and other system improvements, only
nine percent of the lot owners responded.
Therefore, it is the recommendation of staff that further proceedings
be discontinued and that any further annexation requests should also
look at requiring the acquisition of electric facilities. He sug-
gested that if Council concurs with this recommendation, a second
letter should be mailed advising of this change.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton
authorizing staff to mail a second letter to the property owners
within the subject annexation, advising them of the changes in the
requirements for annexation in the future. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
3. Annexation 82-1 - Oasis Road 42.._/S0—/f v
The Planning and Community Development Director indicated that an
initial petition was received from owners of nine parcels located
south of Oasis Road requesting annexation to the City. He stated that
Council advised them it would be willing to annex the area subject to
formation of assessment districts to acquire the electric facilities
and to install fire hydrants. Mr. Perry said that to date, five of
the owners have responded in favor of the annexations.
Lz-S 3 It is the recommendation of staff that the annexation be referred to
the Public Works and Electric Departments for cost estimates for the
preparation of a formal petition.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton
that Annexation 82-1 be referred to the Public Works and Electric
Departments for cost estimates for preparation of a formal petition.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
4. Annexation 82-6 - Wilshire Drive 4 .-15,89-/ /-7
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Mr. Perry advised that in response to a petition for annexation of
this area, the City Council advised the landowners it was willing to
annex the area subject to formation of an assessment district to
acquire electrical facilities in the area. To date, two separate
letters have been sent to owners in the area to determine their
interest in annexation with this requirement.
It is the recommendation of staff that until such time as both the
number of lots and the land area exceed 60%, that proceedings not be
commenced.
Council concurred with the recommendation and no action was taken.
5. Annexation 82-9 - Woggon Lane A .../..6:0-467e
Mr. Perry stated that in response to a petition for annexation, the
City Council advised property owners in the subject annexation that it
was willing to annex the area subject to formation of an assessment
district to acquire PGandE facilities and to upgrade the water system
and install fire hydrants. He indicated that only approximately 20%
of the lot owners indicated they were in favor of the annexation.
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It is the recommendation of staff that the petition be referred to the
Public Works, Electric, and Planning Departments to evaluate the
practicality of a smaller annexation for the area where the interest
is greatest and to prepare cost estimates.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman
Demsher that Annexation 82-9 be referred to staff as hereinabove
stated. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
6. Annexation 82-10 - Tarmac Road Area A'1-/ e2_/5/
Mr. Perry advised that on May 3, 1982', Council deferred action on this
annexation request in order to see if the annexation could include
land on both sides of the runway. Subsequent to that meeting, staff J'
invited adjoining property owners to attend a meeting to (1 ) determine
interest in annexation provided an assessment district were formed to
acquire the electric facilities , (2) to determine future land use in
the area, and (3) to discuss minimum planning criteria for the Air-
port. Mr. Perry indicated that subsequent to that meeting, no addi-
tional requests have been received.
It is the recommendation of staff that a letter be mailed directly to
each property owner within the desired boundaries of the annexation,
to determine their interest in annexation subject to acquisition of
electric facilities.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton
authorizing staff to mail a letter to property owners within the
desired boundaries of the subject annexation as hereinabove stated.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
BLM LAND ACQUISITION g - 070 - o/o 2 O --ZOO
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his memorandum
to Council dated August 30, 1982. He stated that the Bureau of Land
Management has invited the City to submit land acquisition applications for
BLM land adjacent to the City at a cost of five percent of the market
value, as authorized under the Recreation and Public Purposes Act of 1954.
Mr. Perry indicated that several months ago, staff circulated a memorandum
to all Council Members advising them that James Watts , Secretary of
Interior, has urged west coast cities to submit requests for BLM land for 3
urban expansion. At that time, it was staff' s understanding that Mr. Watts
was embarking on a wholesale program to release vast BLM holdings of land
within close proximity to cities. Mr. Perry said that a preliminary list
of BLM parcels was submitted.
Since that time, Mr. Perry explained, it has been clarified that under
Federal law, Secretary Watts does not have the authority to release BLM
land in this fashion and that the land can only be released in accordance
with the R & PP Act of 1954. Staff was later informed that perfected
applications must be submitted by September of 1982 , as after this date the
Department of Interior may alter it' s policies to only release BLM land at
full market value instead of the current five percent.
It is the recommendation of staff that Council adopt a resolution authoriz-
ing the City Manager to submit nine applications involving a total of 640
acres of BLM land. In order to meet the September deadline, staff has
prepared a letter of transmittal requesting a six-month extension to
complete the application and public hearing process.
Mr. Perry indicated that reports will be made to Council as more informa-
tion is obtained on the program.
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Councilman Demsher noted that the Secretary of Interior may have been
acting in a manner in which he was not authorized to do. He added that
these parcels may not be as easy to acquire as it sounds.
Mr. Perry replied that in the City of Redding' s case, the local BLM office
was not sure of the procedure for processing these acquisitions. He added
that the State has advised that they do not expect any changes in the
Recreation and Public Purposes Act.
Resolution
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
that Resolution No. 82-151 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding authorizing the City Manager to submit applications
requesting the purchase of certain Bureau of Land Management Lands.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-151 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING - re Petition for Closure of Alfreda Way
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The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public
hearing re a petition for closure of Alfreda Way.
.-(9/4 The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
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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.
Planning and Community Development Director Perry reviewed his
memorandum to Council dated September 2 , 1982. He stated that the
Planning Commission has unanimously recommended that Alfreda Way not
be closed to through traffic in the vicinity of Downard Lane; and,
previously the Traffic and Parking Commission made the same
recommendation. Mr. Perry said that these recommendations were made
in response to a petition from 35 property owners or residents on
Alfreda Way.
Mr. Perry explained that the petitioners have been clear that the main
purpose of the street closure is to reduce through traffic on Alfreda
and to reduce traffic from the multiple-family area south of Downard
traveling through the single-family north of Downard. He noted that
since the original request for closing Alfreda, the Enterprise Plan
has been adopted by the City which reduces the density in the area
south of Downard Lane and thereby reduces future traffic volumes on
Alfreda Way.
In summary, Mr. Perry emphasized that a relatively small group of
residents in the vicinity of Downard Lane would benefit from the
closure. The only other potential beneficiaries would be owners of
vacant land south of Downard if the Commission and City Council were
willing to increase multiple-family densities south of Downard on a
1200 foot long cul-de-sac. He stated that no other benefits can be
identified and there could be small disadvantages to several other
groups, and residents on nearby streets may ask for similar treatment.
It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission and staff that
Alfreda Way be kept open as there appears to be more disadvantages to
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the closure than advantages. Mr. Perry noted that it is possible that
the Hartnell Extension could divert some traffic by providing an
alternative route to Cypress Avenue. He added that if Council wishes
to proceed with the closure, it would be necessary to instruct the
City Attorney to prepare a resolution.
Darlene Waltman , 2737 Alfreda Way, said she represents 90% of the
residents north of Downard Lane who are all in favor of the barricade.
She stated that the petition was a result of proposed multiple-family
development on South Alfreda. Mrs. Waltman emphasized that Alfreda is
a very narrow street and cannot handle the increased traffic generated
by the multiple-family residential development. She pointed out that
the only objections to the barricade have been from commercial busi-
nesses which she felt were unjustified. Mrs. Waltman stressed that
even though residents were aware of the increased response time for
emergency vehicles to reach them, they were still willing to sign the
petition for the closure. She commented that a meeting was held with
the Traffic and Parking Commission and the Planning staff and the only
person notified of the meeting was Mr. Neville, the developer of the
apartment complex at the corner of Alfreda and Downard. The single-
family residents were not aware of the meeting and a request for a
second meeting was denied. Mrs. Waltman suggested that the barricade
be placed on a trial basis for a period of three to six months.
Mr. John Harrington, 2619 Alfreda Way, was in favor of the closure.
He emphasized the rural nature of the area and stated that traffic has
become noisy and heavy. Mr. Harrington said that cars race up and
down the street, causing some near misses with children, increased
vandalism and thefts.
Mrs. Margery Casebeer, 2652 Alfreda Way, emphasized that the
single-family residents on Alfreda are in favor of the barricade.
They are concerned about the safety of their children. She felt that
traffic will increase with the increase in apartment development on
South Alfreda. Mrs. Casebeer suggested that a temporary barricade be
constructed.
John Walker, 2607 Alfreda, said his dog has been run over by a hit-
and-run driver, his lawn has been driven over, and his pick-up window
has been broken. He suggested that a traffic study be done on Irwin
Road, which is 10 to 12 feet wider than Alfreda and could carry the
traffic better. He was in favor of closing Alfreda on a temporary or
permanent basis.
Ronald Helton, 1295 Downard, indicated that he lives in a 12-plex
apartment on Downard but hopes to be a home-owner some day. He said
the south end of Alfreda is much more narrow than most streets and
safety is a major concern.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
In response to an inquiry from Mayor Gard, Public Works Director
Arness said it would be necessary to construct a cul-de-sac or "T"
type intersection at the end of the street. He also said that tem-
porary barricades can be made so that they are easier to push down in
case of emergency; however, you then expose them to anyone who may try
to drive through them.
Councilman Demsher commented that once the barricades are in place,
they tend to become permanent and difficult to remove. He suggested
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that any decision made by Council be considered as a permanent one.
Mr. Demsher said he sees many difficulties in turning the "dog leg"
into two cul-de-sacs.
Mr. Perry pointed out that a cul-de-sac would require acquisition of
property.
Councilman Kirkpatrick stated that there are many such situations in
Enterprise as a result of poor planning many years ago. He felt the
Traffic Engineer made the best recommendation that the barricade may
solve the problem for North Alfreda, but it impacts other areas.
Mayor Gard noted that she is normally not in favor of only one means
of exiting an area; however, since there is such an obvious division
between the two neighborhoods and since Alfreda is such a narrow
street, the closure may be warranted in this case to protect the
neighborhood. She felt that Alfreda will be more impacted than Irwin.
Councilman Kirkpatrick noted that the opening of Hartnell could
possibly give another means of relieving congestion from Alfreda. He
also suggested placing signs on Alfreda such as "narrow street" , "not
a through street" , etc.
Mr. Perry indicated that most of the problems are caused by residents
of the street and not by through traffic.
Councilman Demsher stressed that this street has some special con-
siderations--it is very narrow and has a "dog leg" . He said he would
like to try the barrier for six months and see how it works, recogniz-
ing that it probably will become permanent.
Councilman Fulton pointed out that with a barrier, there is no allow-
ance for turn-arounds. He felt that closure of the street only
compounds the problems.
Councilman Kirkpatrick concurred that the use of a barrier will create
more problems than it will solve.
Councilman Demsher agreed that this may be true; however, he noted
that some people on Valentine Lane who were opposed to the barricade,
have changed their minds and are now in favor of it.
Mayor Gard said she has strong feelings about preserving the residen-
tial
character of the neighborhood. She emphasized that the apart-
ments have strongly impacted the single family neighborhood and with
the geometry of the street, this is something that can be remedied.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Mayor Gard establish-
ing a barrier at an appropriate place at Downard Lane and Alfreda Way,
for a period of six months, at which time it will be reviewed and
traffic statistics will be considered to determine whether or not the
barrier should remain.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher and Gard
Noes: Council Members - Fulton and Kirkpatrick
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
The motion failed and the petition for closure of Alfreda Way was
denied.
PUBLIC HEARING - re Request by Shasta Lake Union Elementary School District
re Overcrowding L-O/0—/70
1017 The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public
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hearing re a request by Shasta Lake Union Elementary School District
re overcrowding.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing
Proof of Service by Mail - 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 September 2, 1982 , which is hereby made a part
of these minutes by reference. He stated that the Shasta Lake Union
Elementary School District has requested that the City Council find
the School District, consisting of four elementary schools, to be
overcrowded and that development fees are necessary to lessen crowded
conditions. Mr. Perry noted that staff has reviewed the District' s
development and school enrollment data.
The District is requesting that the City adopt the following fee
schedule, which would be effective through June of 1983 for new
construction in the City:
Dwelling units with $1 ,161 .73/unit
3 or more bedrooms
Dwelling units with $ 580.87/unit
2 or fewer bedrooms
Mr. Perry summarized that based on the data submitted by the School
District, which has been verified by the County Superintendent of
Schools, staff recommends that Council find the Shasta Lake Union
School District to be overcrowded and that pursuant to Chapter 16.44
of the Redding Municipal Code, the fees noted above are to be imposed
to finance interim classroom facilities to relieve overcrowded con-
ditions. If Council concurs , it is suggested that the City Attorney
be instructed to prepare a resolution for consideration at the next
regular meeting.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman
Demsher that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick approving the recommendation of staff and adopting the fee
schedule as hereinabove stated, finding that the Shasta Lake Union
Elementary School District is overcrowded. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman
Demsher instructing the City Attorney to prepare the necessary reso-
lution for adoption at the next regular meeting. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
PUBLIC HEARING - re Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment District 1982-2
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SThe hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the public U�
hearing re Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment District 1982-2.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Certificate of Mailing - Notice of Improvement
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Certificate of Posting - Notice of Improvement
Certificate of Publication - Notice of Improvement
Certificate of Publication - Notice Inviting Bids
The City Clerk advised that no written protests have been received.
Mrs. Ferrell , 1825 Branstetter Lane, and Mrs. Fipula, 5732 Glory
Street, objected to the assessment district and stated that they had
not been notified of this public hearing.
Associate Civil Engineer Mathis clarified that Mrs. Ferrell ' s and Mrs.
Fipula' s parcels are not included in this assessment district and that
everyone who is involved was notified by mail in addition to posting
the Notice of Improvement.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that the public hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous
Ayes
The following documents were submitted by Special Bond Counsel Sperry
for filing and adoption:
Resolution - Overruling Protests
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-152 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding overruling protests in
Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment District 1982-2.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-152 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Amended Engineer' s Report
Resolution - Approving Report and Assessment and Ordering Improvement
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-153 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding approving report and assessment
and ordering improvement in Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment
District 1982-2.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-153 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution - Concerning Foreclosure of Delinquent Assessment Liens
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-154 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding concerning foreclosure of
delinquent assessment liens in Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment
District 1982-2.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-154 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Resolution - Establishing Bond Reserve Fund
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-155 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding establishing bond reserve fund in
Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment District 1982-2.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-155 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Resolution - Authorizing Change Orders
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman
Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 82-156 be adopted, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redding authorizing Change Orders in
Branstetter/Cedars Sewer Assessment District 1982-2.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-156 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - re Appeal by Shasta Enterprises
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The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Gard opened the continued
public hearing re an appeal by Shasta Enterprises of the Airport
Commission's decision to deny a request for an airplane taxiway
easement.
The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Affidavit of Posting - Notice of Continued Public Hearing I�
Mayor Gard advised that the appellant has request further continuance
of this public hearing to the next regular meeting.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman
Demsher that the appeal by Shasta Enterprises of the Airport
Commission's decision to deny a request for an airplane taxiway
easement, be continued to 7:30 P.M. , September 20, 1982. The Vote:
Unanimous Ayes
RESOLUTION - re Salary Plan for Fiscal Year 1982-83 A42/7--.3.;.2 p�
Personnel Officer reviewed his memorandum to Council dated August 30, 1982.
He outlined the proposed salary action for City of Redding employees for
Fiscal Year 1982-83, and recommended adoption of a resolution reflecting
the new salary schedule effective July 7, 1982.
MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Demsher
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that Resolution No. 82-157 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding establishing a new employee classification schedule and
salary plan for fiscal year 1982-83 for employees other than those covered
by a memorandum of understanding.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-157 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS 65 -.3,0
Public Works Director Arness submitted the Public Works Planning Reports
for September, 1982.
Mayor Gard inquired about the progress of the Grading Ordinance. The City
Attorney advised that it is in his office. Mrs. Gard suggested that it be
presented as soon as possible.
Mrs. Gard also suggested that when streets are given personal names , that
the street signs be mounted so that they cannot be removed.
REQUEST BY KRCR - Modification of Cypress/Park Marina/Athens Intersection
A request was received from KRCR-TV asking that a left turn lane signal be
installed at the intersection of Cypress and Athens in order to provide a
direct access for westbound travelers on Cypress Avenue to their site.
Public Works Director Arness reviewed his memorandum to Council dated
September 2, 1982. He reviewed the study material prepared in 1971 which
outlined conflict points and determined which approaches would be served.
3 i) He said that this information parallels the current report by the Traffic
Engineer concerning this intersection.
Mr. Arness proposed that adding another conflict point at this intersection
as proposed by KRCR is completely contrary to what staff attempted to do in
the early 1970's. He felt that all the knowns were evident at the time the
land was acquired by KRCR and even if they were to pay the total cost of a
signal modification, it would be a step backwards in reducing conflict
points and maintaining traffic capacity on Cypress. Mr. Arness recommended
that no changes be made in the intersection.
Discussion on the request ensued but no action was taken.
REQUEST FOR SEWAGE COLLECTION SYSTEM - Keswick Lake Area Gr.',/-0.20-50D �lJ
A request was received from Robert Rehberg regarding extension of the I'D°
wastewater collection system to an area adjacent to Keswick Lake.
Public Works Director Arness stated that at Council ' s instruction, the
subject request was referred to him for report and recommendation. Sub-
sequently staff met with Tony LaBella, owner of the subject property, and
his attorney, Bob Rehberg. Mr. Arness reviewed his memorandum to Council
dated September 2, 1982, which is hereby made a part of these minutes by
i 3 off reference.
Mr. Arness reviewed some of the points in the letter which Mr. Rehberg felt
would now justify the extension of the system to this area.
In summary, Mr. Arness recommended that the City not extend its sewer
system to this area. He felt that no extension should be considered until
a thorough engineering review of the total system is made which defines the
effect of the system on the parts , and the development of a formula which
properly defines their benefits and fiscal responsibility for construction
and operation. Mr. Arness said that this formula may include a surcharge
on monthly utility rates, specific connection charges, and detailed design
requirements.
No action was taken on this matter.
ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT - re Bus Stop Benches ,6-0-50-0-2-0
Public Works Director Arness advised that Ken Schwartz of California Safety
5 x Company has made an offer to Larry Ray to purchase the bus stop benches
contract, and Larry Ray has accepted his offer, provided that the Council
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concurs in the assignment of the contract. Letters from both Larry Ray and
Ken Schwartz were submitted to Council
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the assignment
be approved, subject to all the original bid conditions.
Councilman Demsher made a motion that the contract be assigned to Ken
Schwartz on the condition that Council meet with Mr. Schwartz to establish
an agreement with regard to the content of the bench signs.
City Attorney Hays advised that this problem has been already solved by
requiring that the name of the advertiser be placed on the signs.
Mayor Gard asked if Council could add a condition that the content of the
signs would be subject to approval by the City.
The City Attorney replied that in the assignment of an existing contract,
the terms and conditions must remain the same.
Councilman Demsher then rephrased his motion as follows:
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Fulton approv-
ing the assignment of the bus stop benches contract from Larry Ray to Ken
Schwartz, and in the process of the transfer, problem areas be discussed
with Mr. Schwartz.
Councilman Kirkpatrick asked if Council could transfer the contract subject
to the purchaser of the advertising being spelled out on the advertisement
itself.
The City Attorney advised that the contract now requires that the adver-
tiser be identified.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
REINTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE - re Bond Authorization for M-S-R Tucson
Project E-420
City Attorney Hays presented Ordinance No. 1595 for reintroduction, which i6,6) /4
provides for bond authorization of $275,000,000 on behalf of M-S-R to I
purchase an interest in the San Juan Unit No. 4 Coal-fueled plant. He
explained that since the first introduction, bond counsel has altered the
wording of the ordinance to such an extent that while the intent of the
ordinance is the same, it has been materially changed from the previous
ordinance.
It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that Ordinance No. 1595 be
reintroduced at this time. He also noted that in order to remain on the
proper time line, it will be necessary to have second reading and adoption
at an adjourned regular meeting on September 16, 1982.
Councilman Demsher offered Ordinance No. 1595 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding authorizing M-S-R
Public Power Agency to issue revenue bonds, notes , and other evidences of
indebtedness.
ORDINANCE - re Calaveras Member Agreement P---/-20 -07 - 42-0
City Attorney Hays presented for introduction, an ordinance which, if
finally adopted by Council , approves the terms and conditions of the Member I6
Agreement between the Northern California Power Agency and the City of
Redding with regard to Redding' s participation in the project commonly
called the Calaveras Project. The formal name of the project is the North
Fork Stanislaus River Hydroelectric Development Project. He advised that
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this ordinance will begin the process that will authorize the City of
Redding to sign the participating member agreement.
Mr. Hays stated that when the ordinance comes before Council for adoption
on September 20, 1982, the Electric Director will provide detailed informa-
tion on the project. It is the recommendation of the City Attorney that
the ordinance be offered for first reading at this time.
Councilman Kirkpatrick offered Ordinance No. 1597 for first reading, an
ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding approving the terms
and conditions of a member agreement between Northern California Power
Agency and certain participating members and authorizing the execution and
delivery of said agreement by officers of the City of Redding.
RESOLUTION - re Electric Utility Rate Increase
The City Attorney presented a resolution, at the request of the Electric
Director, which provides for the electric utility rate increase to be
effective October 1 , 1982 , as previously considered by Council .
MOTION: Made by Councilman Demsher, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick
that Resolution No. 82-158 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding establishing electrical utility rates for service to
customers within the corporate limits of the City of Redding.
Voting was as follows:
Ayes: Council Members - Demsher, Fulton, Kirkpatrick, and Gard
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - Pugh
Resolution No. 82-158 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS
City Attorney advised Council that the following Claim has been settled by
the City Insurance Carrier:
f ! 2 Sue Wishon - Claim for Personal Injury filed 7/8/82
Settled in the amount of $2,051 .57 - O7O-O50
ROUTINE REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Alcoholic Beverage License Applications: /74—//D
Gibson' s Pub & Grill (Bobby & Patricia Gibson)
610 North Market Street
Mandarin Restaurant (Melvin & Philip Lee and Ken Woo)
2139 Hilltop Drive
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 8:45 P.M. , Mayor Gard
declared the meeting adjourned to 12 Noon, September 16, 1982, in the City
Hall Conference Room.
APPROVED:
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ATTEST:
City Clerk
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