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CITY OF REDDING
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Recommendation
Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of January 17, 2023; Special Meeting - Closed Session of
February 7, 2023; and Regular Meeting of February 7, 2023.
Attachments
Unofficial Minutes - Regular Meeting of January 17, 2023
Unofficial Minutes - Special Meeting - Closed Session of February 7, 2023
Unofficial Minutes - Regular Meeting of February 7, 2023
MEETING DATE: February 21, 2023
ITEM NO. 4(a)
FROM:
***APPROVED BY***
stipton@cityofredding.org
stipton@cityofredding.org
SUBJECT: 4(a)--Approve City Council Minutes.
Sharlene Tipton, Interim City
Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
January 17, 2023, 6:00 PM
The City Council Chambers are fully open to the public in compliance with current guidelines
from the California Department of Public Health regarding indoor meetings.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dacquisto with the following Council Members present:
Tenessa Audette, Mark Mezzano, Jack Munns, and Julie Winter.
Also present were: City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City Manager Sheri DeMaagd, Assistant
City Manager Steve Bade, City Attorney Barry DeWalt, City Clerk Pamela Mize, and Executive
Assistant Amber DalPoggetto.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Dacquisto.
The Invocation was provided by Lori Moretti, Redding Police and Fire Departments’ Chaplain.
PRESENTATIONS
2A. Resolution honoring Sheri DeMaagd for her distinguished service to the City of Redding.
Mayor Dacquisto presented the Resolution and highlighted Ms. DaMaagd’s
accomplishments.
City Manager Tippin, and Council Members Mezzano, Munns, and Winter expressed their
appreciation for Ms. DaMaagd’s commitment to the City and dedication.
Ms. DeMaagd thanked the community, the City Council Members, and staff of the City of
Redding.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Mezzano, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-001, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, honoring Sheri DeMaagd for her distinguished service as the City of Redding’s
Assistant City Manager and Director of Personnel.
AYES: Council Members - Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2023-001 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Steve Kohn expressed frustration with the new parking charges the downtown area and its impact
on local businesses and county offices.
Stacey Meade and Christie Meradith spoke regarding changes to the ordinance for short term
rentals to be heard at an upcoming Planning Commission meeting.
Susan Murray noted the increased number of break-ins and the issue of homeless people occupying
vacant homes.
Sandi Thompson and Linda Masterson, community volunteers, stated their appreciation for the
beauty of the Redding area, the amenities offered by the City, and the dedication of volunteers.
Nick Gardner voiced displeasure with the Big League Dreams contract.
Carrie Lavine and her son, Arthur Coller, described an incident with the Shasta County Sheriff’s
Office and their treatment while being arrested in the City of Shasta Lake.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report
to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(a). Approve Minutes: Special Meeting – Closed Session of November 1, 2022.
4(b). Accept City of Redding Accounts Payable Register Nos. 11 and 12; and Payroll Register
Nos. 12 and 13.
(1) Accounts Payable Register No. 11 for the period of December 1, 2022, through
December 15, 2022, for a total of $10,757,138.14 for check numbers 176024 through
176518, inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 19109 through 19157 inclusive, Wire Transfer
numbers 11998 through 12018, inclusive; and Accounts Payable Register No. 12 for the
period of December 16, 2022, through December 30, 2022, for a total of $11,897,118.68
for check numbers 176519 through 176865, inclusive, Wire Transfer numbers 19158
through 19238, inclusive ACH Transfer numbers 12019 through 12030 inclusive; and (2)
Payroll Register No. 12 for the period of November 27, 2022 through December 10, 2022,
in the amount of $5,266,083.38 for check numbers 573946 through 574907; and check
numbers 608602 through 608833, inclusive; and Payroll Register No. 13 for the period of
December 11, 2022 through December 24, 2022, in the amount of $3,820,197.71 for check
numbers 574908 through 575854; and check numbers 608771 through 608855, inclusive;
SUMMARY TOTAL: $31,740,537.91.
4(c). Accept the City of Redding’s Treasurer’s Report for the month of November 2022.
4.4(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2023-002, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
accepting the 2022-2027 City of Redding Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, as approved by
the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
4.5(a). Approve the issuance of Request for Proposals for electric utility line construction
contractor services to address Redding Electric Utility’s aging distribution system
infrastructure.
4.5(b). Authorize the following relative to Bid Schedule No. 5338, Commercial Electric Solid-
State kWh/Demand Meters: (1) accept the apparent low bid by Anixter, Inc., and award to
Anixter, Inc., for an annual evaluated cost of $198,820.75, not inclusive of sales tax. The
contract period shall be from February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024; (2) authorize
the Purchasing Officer to extend the bid award annually with Anixter, Inc., through January
31, 2026, if mutually agreeable, with all terms and conditions remaining the same; the
contract may be extended annually for two additional one -year periods through January 31,
2026, and price adjustments may be made in direct proportion to a Producer Price Index;
and (3) authorize the City Manager to approve changes to future pricing terms and policies
as needed due to inflation and unstable economic conditions.
4.5(c). Authorize the purchase of three underground line trucks and two underground inspector
trucks using Sourcewell contract pricing with Altec Industries, Inc., at a cost of
$796,428.17 for Redding Electric Utility.
4.6(a). Authorize and approve the following actions relative to the 2023 – 2027 Fourth of July
Freedom Festival (Freedom Festival): (1) approve the Memorandum of Agreement with
The McConnell Foundation for the purpose of accepting funding of $105,000 each year for
the fireworks displays; and authorize the Mayor to execute said Agreement; (2) authorize
sole source and approve the Production Agreement for the Freedom Festival Fireworks
Display with Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc., for the annual Freedom Festival firework show
for five years (through July 4, 2027); and authorize the Mayor to execute said Agreement;
and (3) find that this activity is categorically exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities),
Section 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land), and Section 15323 (Normal Operations of
Facilities for Public Gatherings).
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4.6(b). Authorize the following actions relative to the Carter House building located in Caldwell
Park at 48 Quartz Hill Road: (1) approve an Amended and Restated Land and Building
Lease Agreement (C-4054) with North Valley Art League for the Carter House in Caldwell
Park through June 30, 2033, with an option to extend upon mutual agreement, at a monthl y
rental rate of $675.05; and (2) find that the adoption of the Amended and Restated Lease
is categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act
Guidelines pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations –
Existing Facilities, because renewal of the lease will not result in a significant impact on
the environment and will not cause an expansion of the existing use.
4.6(c). Adopt Resolution No. 2023-003, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
approving and adopting the 77th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2021 -078
appropriating $60,000 from the Southwest Quadrant of the Park In-Lieu Fund for
environmental studies and services, permits, materials, and contract management for the
proposed Jenny Creek Trail Project; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to
execute all documents necessary to implement the project should it be approved after
environmental review.
4.6(d). Approve and ratify the City of Redding Community Services Department’s submittal of a
Boating Access Program grant application in an amount not to exceed $600,000 to provide
funding assistance for boat ramp and fishing facility operations and maintenance at
multiple river access locations.
Margie Cantrell stressed her concern that enlarging the Turtle Bay boat ramp would limit
the Rodeo Grounds parking and seating areas.
Community Services Director Kim Niemer clarified that the grant is only for maintenance
costs for existing boat ramps, not for new or enlarged ramps.
4.6(e). Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amended and Restated Memorandum of
Understanding (C-6532) with the Colt 45s for year-round maintenance, field preparation,
and scheduling at Tiger Field, and security services at Tiger Field, South City Park, and
the adjacent parking lots through June 30, 2024.
4.7(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2023-004, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ,
authorizing the City Treasurer to open a public funds money market account with Northern
California National Bank; and designate the authorized account signers as indicated in the
resolution.
4.7(b). Adopt Resolution No. 2024-005, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ,
authorizing the City Treasurer to open a public funds money market account with Golden
Valley Bank; and designate the authorized account signers as indicated in the resolution.
4.11(a).Adopt Resolution No. 2023-006, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ,
authorizing the submittal of a grant application by the City of Redding Water Utility to the
State of California Department of Water Resources 2022 Urban Community Drought
Relief Grant Program in an amount not to exceed $31,000,000 for drought relief proj ects
and programs.
4.11(b).Authorize the following actions relative to Request for Proposals, Schedule No. 5337,
Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Utilities Cost-of-Service and Utility Rate Study
Update Project: (1) award to NBS of San Francisco, California; (2) authorize the Mayor to
execute a Consulting and Professional Services Contract for a not-to-exceed fee of
$180,990 with NBS; and (3) authorize the City Manager to approve contract amendment
increases up to $20,000.
4.11(c).Accept Bid Schedule No. 5277 (Job No. 2666), Cape Seal 2022 Project, awarded to VSS
International, Inc., as satisfactorily complete, with a final cost of $2,775,864.67.
4.11(d).Accept Bid Schedule No. 5233 (Job No. 2633), Replace Asphalt Concrete Surfacing 2021
Project, awarded to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc., as satisfactorily complete, with a final
cost of $2,448,421.62.
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4.15(b).Adopt Resolution No. 2023-007, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
amending the Redding Independent Employees’ Organization Supervisory/Confidential
Exempt Schedule of Classifications and Salary Ranges to change the classification series
titles of Systems Analyst/Programmer I, II, III, to Applications Analyst I, II, III; and add
the Electrical Technician classification to the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers-Electric Unit Schedule of Wage Rates pursuant to a bargaining unit modification,
effective January 8, 2023.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved, ratified, and/or authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution Nos. 2023-002 through 2023-007 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENTS
5.1. Mayor's appointment to the City's Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to approve Mayor’s recommendation to appoint Kristina Randle to fill an
unscheduled vacancy on the City of Redding’s Tree Management Ordinance Update
Committee.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Munns
Council Member Munns left the Council dais at 7:05 p.m. and returned at 7:06 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARNGS
6.1. Public Hearing – Resolution approving the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the
City of Redding.
Public Works Director Chuck Aukland summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 7:06 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Dacquisto opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Dacquisto determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed
the Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication – Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Audette, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-008, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, approving the City of Redding’s Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years
2022−23 to 2027−28.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-008 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9A. City Council Liaison Assignments for calendar year 2023.
Mayor Dacquisto highlighted the Report to the City Council (staff report), incorporated
herein by reference.
The City Council took no formal action on this informational item.
9.10(a).Report – City of Redding Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended
June 30, 2022.
Clerk’s Note: Item 9.10(a) was moved before Item No. 9B at the request of Mayor
Dacquisto.
Finance Officer Gregory Robinett provided and overview of the Report to City Council
(staff report), and a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to accept the City of Redding Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the
fiscal year ended June 30, 2022. The Vote: Unanimous ayes.
The City of Redding Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended June 30,
2022, is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
9B. Report – Independent Auditors for the year ended June 30, 2022.
Finance Officer Gregory Robinett summarized the Report to City Council (sta ff report),
and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council
Member Audette, to approve the Audit Committee’s recommendation to accept the
Statement on Auditing Standards AU-C 260 Letter and the draft copy of the Single Audit
Reports for the year ended June 30, 2022. The Vote: Unanimous ayes.
9.1(a). Resolution – New Assistant City Attorney position within the City Attorney's Office.
City Manager Tippin highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated
herein by reference.
Steve Kohn confirmed his questions were answered by City Manager Tippin’s
summarization and had no further comment.
A discussion amongst the council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Mayor Dacquisto, seconded by Council Member Mezzano
to table this item with the option to bring it back for discussion at a future meeting. The
motion was replaced by the approved motion to amend below.
A MOTION TO AMEND WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by
Council Member Munns, to: (1) approve the addition of a full time Assistant City Attorney;
and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-009, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, approving and adopting the 78th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No.
2021-078 appropriating $50,980 to the City Attorney’s Office for the addition of a full -
time Assistant City Attorney for fiscal year 2022-23.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members – Mezzano and Dacquisto
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-009 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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9.15(a).Resolution – California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS) 180 day wait
period with regard to re-hiring Becky Kraft in the position of Assistant Engineer, effective
January 18, 2023.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-010, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding approving a 180-day wait period exception of Becky Kraft as Assistant Engineer
for the City of Redding pursuant to Government Code sections 7522.56 and 21224,
effective January 18, 2023, for up to 480 hours; and granting the City Manager authority
to execute the necessary hiring documentation. The resolution, if approved, would allow
retired Assistant Engineer, Becky Kraft, to be rehired as an annuitant in the Public Works
Department to assist with training replacement staff in performing tasks and duties once
performed by the retiree.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-010 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS RELATIVE TO POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
At Council Member Mezzano’s suggestion, an option for alternate direction regarding short-term
vacation rentals will be included in the staff report for discussion at a future Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 7:55 p.m., Mayor Dacquisto declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Michael Dacquisto, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Pamela Mize, City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Special Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
February 7, 2023, 5:15 PM
The City Council Chambers are fully open to the public in compliance with current guidelines
from the California Department of Public Health regarding indoor meetings.
The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Mark Mezzano with the following Council
Members present: Tenessa Audette, Jack Munns, and Julie Winter. Mayor Michael Dacquisto
participated telephonically.
Also present were: City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City Manager Steve Bade, and City
Attorney Barry DeWalt, and Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates. Interim City Clerk Sharlene
Tipton called the roll prior to leaving the Closed Session meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Vice Mayor Mezzano determined that no one present wished to address the items agendized
for Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
At the hour of 5:15 p.m., Vice Mayor Mezzano opened the Special Meeting and announced
that the Council would adjourn to Closed Session.
3A. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Weaver v. City of Redding; WCAB Case No. ADJ15713990
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
3B. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Locations: 4301 Eastside Road, APN 048-130-024; and
4231 Eastside Road, APN 048-130-025
City Negotiator: Public Works Director Aukland
Parties: City of Redding and Albert Shufelberger 1998 Trust
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
3C. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Designated Agency Representative: Interim Personnel Director Martinez
Employee Organizations:
1. Local 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters;
2. United Public Employees of California - Redding Technical Unit; and
3. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 1245 AFL-CIO - Electric
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Vice Mayor Mezzano declared the meeting adjourned at the
hour of 5:59 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Mark Mezzano, Vice Mayor
ATTEST:
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Sharlene Tipton, Interim City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
February 7, 2023, 6:00 PM
The City Council Chambers are fully open to the public in compliance with current guidelines
from the California Department of Public Health regarding indoor meetings.
The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Mezzano with the following Council Members
present: Tenessa Audette, Jack Munns, and Julie Winter. Mayor Michael Dacquisto participated
telephonically. All votes were taken by roll call.
Also present were: City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City Manager Steve Bade, City Attorney
Barry DeWalt, Interim City Clerk Sharlene Tipton, and Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Greg Robinett.
The Invocation was provided by Debbie Ivy, Redding Police and Fire Departments’ Chaplin.
PRESENTATIONS
2A. Resolution honoring City of Redding Treasurer and Director of Finance Allyn Clark.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-011, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, honoring City of Redding Treasurer and Director of Finance Allyn Clark. The
Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members - Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
Resolution No. 2023-011 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
2B. Presentation by Youth Options Shasta providing past, present, and future activities of the
Youth Action Council.
Jennifer Coulter, Program Director for Youth Options Shasta, provided copies of the Youth
Action Council 2022 Newsletter, incorporated herein by reference, and introduced the
members of the Youth Action Council.
The City Council took no action on this informational item.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Christine Cage, Newman Jones, Greg White, Renae Disney, Melissa Denser, Henry Correa, Jonas
Muse, and Henry Chapman, thanked the City Council and No Boundaries Transitional Housing
for their help in changing each of their lives.
Jill Cruz, Shelley Alameda, Susan Weiss, and Robert Trygar, expressed their frustration regarding
the homeless issue within the City of Redding.
Ray Simon, Campus Pastor of the Good News Rescue Mission, updated the City Council on his
findings since working for the Good News Rescue Mission.
Justin Wandro, Director of Development and Community Engagement at the Good News Rescue
Mission, invited the City Council to its Community Forum on homelessness called Redding
Restart addressing homelessness on March 3, 2023.
Jonathan Anderson, Executive Director of the Good News Rescue Mission, explained that it takes
many agencies working together in partnership to make a difference in what is happening in
Redding regarding the homeless. He commended City Manager Tippin, Assistant City Manager
Bade, City Attorney DeWalt, and Police Chief Bill Schueller for their leadership.
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Margy Cantrell and Steve Kohn voiced their dissatisfaction of the downtown parking and the price
of hourly parking.
Mimi Moseley and Marty Moseley praised the Good News Rescue Mission and its mentor
program.
Ericka Jones, Volunteer President of the Shasta Library Foundation, commended the community
of its support for the Shasta Libraries’ fund raising program.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report
to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(a). Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of November 1, 2022; Special Meeting - Closed
Session of November 15, 2022; Regular Meeting of November 15, 2022; Regular Meeting
of December 6, 2022; Special Meeting - Closed Session of December 13, 2022; and
Special Meeting - Closed Session of January 17, 2023.
4(b). Accept the following City of Redding Accounts Payable and Payroll Registers:
(1) Accounts Payable Register No. 13 for the period of January 1, 2023 , through
January 13, 2023, for a total of $8,756,838.16 for check numbers 176866 through 177210,
inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 19239 through 19269, inclusive, Wire Transfer numbers
12031 through 12059 , inclusive; and Payroll Register No. 14 for the period of
December 25, 2022, through January 7, 2023, for a total of $4,031,694.38 for check
numbers 575855 through 576842; and check numbers 608856 through 608873, inclusive;
SUMMARY TOTAL: $12,788,532.54.
4(c). Accept the City of Redding’s Treasurer’s Report for the month of December 2022.
4.1(b). Approve and ratify the execution of a License Agreement between The McConnell
Foundation (Licensor) and the City of Redding (Licensee) providing parking on Licensor
property located at 1313 California Street.
4.2(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2023-012, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
adopting and approving the 79th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2021 -078
appropriating $28,910 for professional services and consulting related to administration of
the Passenger Facility Charges program at the Redding Regional Airport.
4.2(b). Authorize and approve the following actions: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2023-013, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, to authorize the City Manager, or
designee, to submit grant applications, and execute any agreements and subsequent
documentation to facilitate acceptance, for the State of California Department of Housing
and Community Development Regional Early Action Planning Grants of 2021 (REAP 2.0)
Higher Impact Transformative Program, for the following project: $1 million for adjacent
parcels located at 815 and 825 Parkview Avenue and 2520 Leland Avenue (Parkview
Project); (2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-014, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to submit grant applications, and
execute any agreements and subsequent documentation to facilitate acceptance, for the
State of California Department of Housing and Community Development Regional Early
Action Planning Grants of 2021 (REAP 2.0) Higher Impact Transformative Program, for
the following project: $10 million for the Linden Canyon Project; (3) determine that
applying for grant funding is not considered a project under the California Environmental
Quality Act; and (4) determine that applying for grant funding is exempt from review under
the National Environmental Policy Act under Title 24 CFR 58.34(a)(3).
4.5(a). Authorize the following modifications relative to the previously awarded Bid Schedule
No. 5220, Single-Phase, Pad-Type Distribution to Howard Industries, Inc: (1) accept a
proposed change in contract pricing based on Howard Industries, Inc.’s, price request;
(2) a uthorize staff to amend Purchase Order 114711, previously issued to Howard
Industries, Inc., for a total of $279,684.24, to the increased amount of $325,803.60; and
(3) authorize staff to amend Purchase Order 114116, previously issued to Howard
Industries, Inc., for a total of $220,010.51, to the increased amount of $256,312.24.
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4.5(b). Authorize the foll owing relative to Bid Schedule No. 5331, Three -Phase, Pad-Type
Distribution Transformers for the Redding Electric Utility: (1) a ward to WEG
Transformers USA, LLC, (WEG) for the pretax amount of $1,072,779; (2) authorize the
Purchasing Officer to extend th e bid award annually with WEG through
November 30, 2027, if mutually agreeable, with all terms and conditions remaining the
same, and price adjustments per WEG’s price adjustment policy for long term customers;
and (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve changes to future pricing terms
and policies as needed due to inflation and unstable economic conditions.
4.6(a). Authorize and approve the following actions regarding Parcel A, a 7.88 -acre property of
the Silverstone Unit 2 (AMND-2020-01135, S-2019-00280) map recordation of Book 25
of Map, Page 37: (1) approve the Agreement for the Construction, Operation, and
Maintenance of Recreational Facilities at the Future School in the Shastina Ranch
Development (Agreement) for the construction of a future school in the Shastina Ranch
Development with the Pacheco Union School District (District); and (2) direct staff to
prepare, and the Mayor to execute, a deed to transfer ownership of the property to the
District in compliance with the State of California Housing and Community Development
Surplus Land Act.
Cathy Henderson, Superintendent of the Pacheco Union School District, and Dale Hansen,
Pacheco Union School District employee, both spoke in support.
4.8(a). Authorize the Redding Fire Department to apply for a grant from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $1,000,000, with a
10 percent match requirement, for the replacement of parts for the Self -Contained
Breathing Apparatus.
4.11(a).Authorize the purchase of Atlas Copco blower in the amount of $189,526.98 for the City
of Redding Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant; and approve additional funding in
an amount not to exceed $30,000 for taxes and contingency.
4.11(b).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5324 (Job No. 2687), Replace
Asphalt Concrete Surfacing 2022: (1) award to JV Lucas Paving, Inc., in the amount of
$1,010,381.50; (2) approve an additional $207,000 to cover the cost of contract
administration and inspection fees; (3) approve $200,000 to provide construction
contingency funding; (4) approve $105,000 for project development costs; (5) authorize
the City Manager to approve additional increases, in either the construction management
or construction contingency amounts, up to a total of $25,000; and (6) find that the project
is categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act
Guidelines, per Section 15301 (Existing Facilities).
4.11(c).Adopt Resolution of Intention No. 2023-015, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, to form Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) 01 -23 (Rancho Industrial
Park) and approve the following: (1) Engineer's Report as filed with the City Clerk;
(2) confirmation of the map of the assessment district contained in the Engineer's Report;
(3) mailing of notices and ballots; and (4) setting the Public Hearing and Election for
April 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers located at 777 Cypress Avenue,
Redding, California, regarding the formation of LMD 01–23 (Rancho Industrial Park)
pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 and Government Code 53753(b).
4.11(d).Authorize the following actions relative to the Reimbursement Agreement (Agreement)
with Sierra Pacific Land and Timber Company for the design and construction of the
replacement and upsizing of the sewer line along Trinity Street from Court Street to
Continental Street for the Salt Creek Heights Subdivision project: (1) approve the
Agreement in the amount of $1,940,000; (2) a uthorize the City Manager to approve
additional increases based on the construction bid amounts or change orders required
during the course of construction up to a total of $300,000; and (3) f i n d t h e a c t i on
categorically e xempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act
Guidelines, per Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities), 15302 (Replacement and
Reconstruction), and 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Existing Structures).
4.12(a).Authorize the Mayor or Vice Mayor to sign and send a letter to .Gov Domain Registration
requesting the domain name www.cityofredding.gov be delegated to the City of Redding.
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4.14(a).Authorize the City Attorney to draft and execute an amendment to the Legal Services
Agreement with Allen Glaessner Hazelwood Werth (C-8394) in the matter of Lang v. City
of Redding to add $50,000 to the maximum compensation payable.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Munns, seconded by Council Member
Audette, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved, and/or authorized as recommended.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution Nos. 2023-012 through 2023-015 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(a). Appointment of Greg Robinett as Director of Finance and City Treasurer for the City of
Redding.
City Manager Barry Tippin highlighted the Report to the City Council (staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
Steven spoke in support.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to: (1) approve the appointment of Greg Robinett as the Director of Finance
effective February 4, 2023; and (2) appoint Mr. Robinett to fill the unexpired term to 2024
of the current City Treasurer, Allyn Clark.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
9.4(a). Award of Bid Schedule No. 5314 to update the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan and
prepare the Environmental Impact Report.
Director of Development Services Jeremy Pagan presented the Report to City Council
(staff report) and, in conjunction with Dan Amsden, Principal and Director of Planning and
Design Services for Northern California for MIG, Inc., provided a PowerPoint
presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Rebeca Ladron de Guevara, President of the Wintu Turtle Bay Bird Sanctuary, Steve
Woodrum, Steve Kohn, Mercy Kravitz, Janet Ulrich, Bill Walker, Aly Evirs, Robert, Nick
Gardner, Radley Davis, Jonathan Freeman, Kathy Stainebrook, Cindy Schonholtz, and
David Ledger, requested the City Council to vote against the Redding Riverfront Specific
Plan.
Julie Dyar, General Manager of Advance Redding, spoke in favor.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A SECOND MOTION WAS MADE by Mayor Dacquisto, seconded by Vice Mayor
Mezzano, to reject the all three proposals and direct staff to bring back an item to reallocate
the funds as the Council sees fit.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Mezzano and Daquisto
NOES: Council Members – Audette, Munns, and Winter
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
The Second Motion failed and the original motion was then voted upon.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to approve the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5314, to update the
Redding Riverfront Specific Plan (RRSP), and prepare the Environmental Impact Report:
(1) authorize staff to negotiate a contract with MIG/Populous for preparation of an update
to the RRSP and associated Environmental Impact Report, in an amount not to exceed
$1,230,043; (2) authorize the Mayor to execute the contract; and (3) authorize the City
Manager to approve amendment(s) to the contract for an additional amount not to exceed
$19,957 for contingency purposes.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members – Mezzano and Dacquisto
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
9.5(c). Redding Electric Utility's (REU) Quarterly Financial Report and Industry Activities
Update.
REU Finance Manager Joseph Bowers summarized the Report to the City Council (staff
report) and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to accept REU’s Fiscal Year 2022-23 Second Quarter Financial Report and
Industry Activities Update.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
9.6(c). Resolution establishing a City Council Policy regarding naming Park Facilities.
Community Services Director Kim Niemer presented the Report to the City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
Ericka Jones spoke in favor.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Mezzano, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-016, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, establishing City Council Policy No. 1203 outlining the procedures for naming
City of Redding Park Facilities.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-016 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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9.15(a).Resolution recognizing the formation of the International Brotherhood of Electric Workers
Local 1245 AFL-CIO Power Production Unit.
Interim Personnel Director Kelly Martinez presented the Report to the City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Munns, seconded by Council Member
Audette, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-017, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, certifying the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 1245
AFL-CIO as an Exclusively Recognized Employee Organization of the City of Redding
representing the Power Production Unit (IBEW Power Production) in accordance with the
City’s Employer/Employee Resolution, Resolution No. 2012-091, and the Meyers-Milias-
Brown Act. IBEW Power Production will be providing representation for classifications
assigned to the Redding Power Plant which were formerly represented by the International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 1245 AFL-CIO Electric Unit.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-017 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
9.15(b).Resolution approving an exception to the California Public Employee's Retirement System
(CalPERS) 180 day wait period with regard to re-hiring Sheri DeMaagd.
Interim Personnel Director Kelly Martinez summarized the Report to the City Council
(staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-018, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, approving a 180-day wait period exception and single interim appointment of
Sheri DeMaagd as Assistant City Manager for the City of Redding pursuant to Government
Code sections 7522.56 and 21221(h), effective February 21, 2023, for up to 1,040 hours;
and granting the City Manager authority to execute the necessary hiring documentation,
thereby allowing retired Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director, Sheri DeMaagd, to be
rehired as an annuitant in the City Manager’s Office to assist with the implementation of
the City-wide Enterprise Resource Planning system.
The Vote taken by roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Dacquisto
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2023-018 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORT
Mayor Dacquisto, Vice Mayor Mezzano, and Council Members Audette and Munns, each attended
the League of California Cities New Mayors and Council Members Academy in Sacramento,
California, from January 18-20, 2023.
SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS RELATIVE TO POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
At Vice Mayor Mezzano’s suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to return at a future
meeting with information for the Council’s consideration regarding forming an Ad Hoc Committee
under the direction of Director of Development Services Jeremy Pagan to appoint members of the
community that own/manage short-term rentals to review the City of Redding’s current Short -Term
Rental Ordinance and provide any recommended changes to be implemented.
At Vice Mayor Mezzano’s suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to return to a future
meeting with information for Council’s consideration regarding funding for a trash dumpster to be
placed towards the back of Linden Canyon to assist the homeless with cleaning up debris.
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At Vice Mayor Mezzano’s suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to return to a future
meeting with information for Council’s consideration regarding funding for day bus passes to provide
transportation for the homeless to the Shasta County Project Homeless Connect event at the
Convention Center to be held in May 2023.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business , at the hour of 9:52 p.m. Vice Mayor Mezzano declared the
meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mark Mezzano,Vice Mayor
ATTEST:
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Sharlene Tipton, Interim City Clerk