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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1978-12-04362 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Bldg. Redding, California December 4, 1978 7:00 P.M. The Plege of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Personnel and Labor Relations Director Reynolds. The invocation was offered by the Reverend Dale Edwardson, Pastor of the Neighborhood Church of Redding. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Demsher with the following Council Members present: Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher. Absent: Council Member Pugh Also present were City Manager Brickwood, Assistant City Manager Courtney, Director of Public Works Arness, Planning and Community Development Director Harris, Director of Electric Simpson, Director of Personnel and Labor Relations Reynolds, Director of Parks and Recreation Riley, Deputy Planning Director Perry, Housing and Redevelopment Administrator Henson, Associate Civil Engineer Hastings, City Clerk Brayton, and Deputy City Clerk Richter. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving the minutes of the regular meeting of November 20, 1978, as mailed to each Council Member. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Presentation of Workers' Compensation Insurance Premium Dividend Check In a communication to Council dated November 30, 1978, Brian Telford, District Manager of State Compensation Insurance Fund, requested a place on the agenda for this meeting, and made a personal appearance before Council. He stated that "safety pays" and the City of Redding is to be commended for its fine efforts in controlling on-the-job injuries. He presented a dividend check to the City in the amount of $135,051.14 for the 1976-77 policy year with the State Compensation Insurance Fund, which represents 40% of the total premiums paid for this period. He noted that such safety achievements are saving the City over $260,000 in this fiscal year compared to other cities of equivalent size and congratulated the City of Redding on such a fine record. Other Council Members concurred with Councilman Kirkpatrick in commending the supervisors and employees for the effort put forth in achieving - this excellent safety record. PETITION - Opposing Construction of County Jail Sheila Woodruff, 2501 Shasta Street, appeared before Council and submitted a copy of the petition that was presented to the Board of Supervisors today opposing construction of the County Jail at the corner of Placer and West Streets. Ms. Woodruff offered the same comments she had presented to the Board of Supervisors earlier today noting that the need for a jail is not being denied. She made three points as follows: 1. The petition is a spontaneous action without any backing from an organized group. It was put together in a ten-day period beginning the day after Thanksgiving and calls are still being received from persons interested in signing it. 2. This is not a neighborhood issue. There are many names and addresses of concerned persons in surrounding areas such as South Redding, Anderson, Lakehead, Old Shasta, French Gulch, and east to Burney. 1 1 1 363 3. There are a great variety of objections to the jail. One is, of course, aesthetics. Others include parking, difficulty in doing business at the Court House knowing the maximum security facility is on the premises, some persons believe there are springs in the area, some question the propriety of placing the jail on this valuable piece of real estate, and some are concerned with the financial aspect, i.e., if the project is started will there be sufficient funds to complete it. Ms. Woodruff submitted a copy of the petition with 1580 signatures. Councilwoman Gard said that she had served on the Citizens Committee a year ago and similar issues had been raised at that time. She said that when she and Councilman Kirkpatrick met with County representatives last week, she perceived that Judge Small would like Council to make a public statement on the jail issue. Mrs. Gard questioned .if this is the proper time to speak to the project itself as the E.I.R. is stall pending. Mayor Demsher noted that Council has not disputed the concerns expressed by the Planning Commission regarding this issue and further noted that these concerns have not been responded to by the County. In his opinion, Council should have the benefit of such information before making a formal statement. He also said that, as of today, the architect has been directed not to continue with the project pending further consideration of the questions raised and this will give Council more time to submit an official statement. He commented that he felt the Record Searchlight had painted a pretty bleak picture of the proposed jail structure. Councilman Kirkpatrick believes that all the points brought up by Ms. Woodruff are valid and that such issues must be addressed. He said he does not deny the need for a new jail, but believes Council needs to take a position on the issue as it will affect City costs. Councilman Fulton noted that the issue has been under study for a year or more and he questioned the submission of a petition opposing the project at this late date. In his opinion, the project is too far along to change and the alternatives at this point aren't easy. Councilwoman Gard stated that the E.I.R. isn't approved yet. Mayor Demsher said he thought the true impact of the height and size of the proposed structure wasn't felt by the community until the newspaper article pointed it out. Councilwoman Gard said the proposed building would be 118 ft. high which is equivalent to a 12 -story building, including mezzanines. In reply to Dr. Fulton's comments, Ms. Woodruff said that in November, 1977, an E.I.R. was prepared for a proposed Justice Center. This present E.I.R., dated September 5, 1978, is for the jail only. It was also noted that the pictures printed in the Record Searchlight were taken directly from the E.I.R. Mayor Demsher asked Councilwoman Gard and Councilman Kirkpatrick to meet with representatives of the Planning Commission and Planning staff on this issue and to prepare an official statement to be presented to Council for consider- ation. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE REGISTER MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Accounts Payable Register No. 11, check nos. 60448 to 60717, inclusive, in the amount of $1,560,955.17 for the period ending December 4, 1978, /O be approved and paid, and that Payroll Register No. 11, check nos. 107904 to 108381, inclusive, salaries in the amount of $268,484.52 for the period November 11, 1978, through November 25, 1978, be approved. Total $1,829,439.69 364 Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY - lst hearing Mike Robertson - Claim filed 11/22/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the Claim for Damage filed by Mike Robertson on November 22, 1978 be referred to the City Attorney and the City Insurance Carrier, and that the City Clerk be instructed to place the Claim on the agenda for the meeting of January 2, 1979. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Redding Lodge - Claim filed 11/20/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the Claim for Damage filed by the Redding Lodge on November 20, 1978 be referred to the City Attorney and the City Insurance Carrier, and that the City Clerk be instructed to place the Claim on the agenda for the meeting of January 2, 1979. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mrs. Herbert Olson - Claim filed 11/22/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the Claim for Damage filed by Mrs. Herbert Olson on November 22, \ 1978 be referred to the City Attorney and the City Insurance Carrier, and that the City Clerk be instructed to place the Claim on the agenda for the meeting of January 2, 1979. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mary Louise Yanni - Claim filed 11/28/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the Claim for Personal Injury filed by Mary Louise Yanni on November 28, 1978 be referred to the City Attorney and the City Insurance Carrier, and that the City Clerk be instructed to place the Claim on the agenda for the meeting of January 2, 1979. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE - 2nd hearing Paul and Stefanie Weber - Claim filed 10/27/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that the Claim for Damage filed by Paul and Stefanie Weber on October 27, 1978 be denied, and that the claimant be so advised. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes (See Page 374 for subsequent action on this item) Craig 0. and Janette L. Thompson - Claim filed 11/1/78 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard \ that the Claim for Damage filed by Craig 0. and Janette L. Thompson on November 1, 1978 be denied, and that the claimant be so advised. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE - by City Insurance Carrier Assistant City Manager Courtney advised Council that the Claims for Damage filed by the following persons have been settled by the City Insurance \ Carrier in the amounts listed: Fred Piatkin - $438.39 Patty Freeman - $264.00 Vera Freeman - $423.63 ORDINANCE - Senior Citizens Facility Advisory Commission MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that full reading of Ordinance No. 1423 be waived, and that the City Clerk be instructed to scan same. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes 1 365 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Ordinance No. 1423 be adopted, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 2.60 of the Redding Municipal Code by repealing Section 2.60.030 and substituting therefor a new Section 2.60.030, pertaining to the Senior Citizens Facility Advisory Commission. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Ordinance No. 1423 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. CONTRACT - General Appraisal Company for Appraisal of City Buildings and Contents Assistant City Manager Courtney reviewed his memo to Council dated November 29, 1978, which memo is hereby made a part of these minutes by reference. Mr. Courtney noted that the insurance policy applicable to City of Redding buildings and contents includes a 90% co-insurance clause which requires that the stated amount of insurance coverage be maintained within 90% of the replacement cost of the buildings and 90% of the actual cash value of the contents, including furnishings and installed equipment. Mr. Courtney pointed out that in the event of a major loss, the City could be self-insured for a large amount of the loss if its stated insurance values are out of date. In recognition of the need to update these insurance values, an appropriation in the amount of $22,000 for contract appraisal services was included in the 1978-79 budget. Mr. Courtney stated that the amount included in the budget was based on the fee quotation in the proposal submitted by the General J Appraisal Company on February 27, 1978. The proposal also stated a maximum fee in the amount of $26,700. The City initially anticipated that the ap- praisal work would be done by July 1978, but budget delays caused by the passage of Proposition 13, work pertaining to the annual audit, and preparation of financial statements occupied the time of the personnel who would have per- formed the necessary complementary work. In a letter to the City dated October 24, 1978, General Appraisal Company stated that they are willing to extend their February 27, 1978 quote to December 31, 1978. It is recommended that the proposal of the General Appraisal Company to perform the work defined as Insurance and Property Control be accepted and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the contract document. In response to an inquiry as to when the last appraisal had been performed, Mr. Courtney responded that the City has not had a comprehensive appraisal by a recognized appraisal firm. He stated that in the past the insurance industry was more willing to accept informal evaluationsand also provided a great deal of assistance in developing and negotiating building values. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving the aforestated recommendation and authorizing the Mayor to sign said agreeement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilman Fulton asked when this type of appraisal would have to be repeated. Mr. Courtney replied that an appraisal by a recognized firm would give the City reliable figures with which to work and adjust in the future as values increase. He said that possibly in another ten years another appraisal would be required. PUBLIC HEARING - North Bonnyview Sewer Assessment District The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened the Public Hearing on North Bonnyview Sewer Assessment District. c The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: S ' Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing. Affidavit of Mailing - Notice of Public Hearing 366 The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests had been received. Associate Civil Engineer Hastings advised that at the November 6, 1978 Council meeting, Council approved the staff recommendation that the low bid by Ray N. Bertelsen Company, Inc. in the amount of $408,198 be accepted even though it was approximately $87,000 in excess of the engineer's estimate for this project. It was determined, however, that before an award could be made, the people within the district must be renotified and a second public hearing held to hear new testi- mony as a result of the proposed change in benefit ratios. Mr. Hastings explained that an effort was made to keep the assessments as near the same as originally estimated by making adjustments in the City's participation and by deleting trunk fees. Mary Tipton, 5161 East Bonnyview Road, said that although she favors the assessment district, because there are people in the area that have great need for the sewers, she received her assessment for $3,005 and has no way of meeting the obligation. She explained that she is on social security, is nearly 80 years old, and asked what type of financial arrangement could be made in her case. Housing Administrator Henson advised Council that staff would investigate and determine whether Mrs. Tipton would qualify for the Assessment Grant Program. Mr. Sam Sperry of Sturgis, Ness and Brunsell, City of Redding Bond Counsel, appeared before Council and stated that although the total amount of the overall assessment has been maintained at $448,600 over 140 parcels, he wanted it made clear to the people in the neighborhood that the provision for payment of the sewer system connection charge has been deleted from the total costs. The connection charges will be due upon hooking into the sewer system. Councilwoman Gard asked if the people in the neighborhood have been advised of this change. Mr. Sperry replied that the resolution covering this deletion was sent to all property owners. Mr. Hastings pointed out that this connection charge does not apply to existing homes but only to vacant land. Mr. Sperry noted that the bids on the bonds were opened September 18, 1978, and Wulff Hanson was the apparent low bidder. At that time, Council authorized Mr. Sperry to negotiate with them in good faith for appropriate terms of a bond sale. Mr. Sperry said he has negotiated with the Wulff Hanson firm and has a revised proposal which has been presented to the City by letter dated November 30, 1978, which letter is Exhibit A of Resolution No. 78-232 on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mr. Sperry said the Assistant City Manager concurs that the terms of the revised proposal are appropriate. Clifford Smith, 2766 North Bonnyview Road, asked how much his assessment would be. He also commented that he feels the entire Cascade area should be sewered at one time. Mr. Hastings said he would give the assessment information to Mr. Smith. In response to Mr. Smith's comment that the entire Cascade area should be sewered at one time, Mr. Sperry replied that drawing the boundary lines of an assessment district is a delicate matter, but the boundaries are determined by the area with the greatest need and where the support of the community is the greatest. 1 I 1 367 MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the Public Hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Mr. Sperry submitted the following documents for filing and adoption. RESOLUTION - Overruling Protests MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Resolution No. 78-229 be adopted, a resolution overruling protests in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-229 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Approving Amended Report and Assessment MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 78-230 be adopted, a resolution approving amended report and assessment and ordering improvement in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-230 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Resolution No. 78-•231 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Sale of Bonds MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Resolution No. 78-232 be adopted, a resolution awarding sale of bonds in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-232 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Awarding Contract MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 78-233 be adopted, a resolution awarding contract in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-233 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Award of Contract RESOLUTION - Authorizing Changes in work MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 78-231 be adopted, a resolution authorizing change orders in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-•231 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Sale of Bonds MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Resolution No. 78-232 be adopted, a resolution awarding sale of bonds in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-232 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Awarding Contract MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 78-233 be adopted, a resolution awarding contract in the North Bonnyview Area Sewer Assessment District No. 1978-1, City of Redding, Shasta County, California. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-233 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Notice of Award of Contract c.: PUBLIC HEARING - Amendment of Planned Development District Ordinance The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened the Public Hearing on Amendment of the Planned Development District Ordinance. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission Recommendation dated 11/30/78 The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests have been received, and the Mayor ascertained that there were no protests from the floor. Planning and Community Development Director Harris reviewed his memo 1 to Council dated November 30, 1978. He stated that at its regular meeting of November 14, 1978, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the Planned Development "PD" Ordinance be amended to include the following revisions: 1. Incorporate the new density classifications of 0.5, 2.0, and 3.0 of the Cascade Neighborhood Plan into the density and open -space standards of the Planned Development Ordinance. 2. Increase the filing fee for a "PD" application from $200 to $400 plus $2 per dwelling unit. 3. Provide that upon expiration, a "PD" District would automatically revert to the "U" Unclassified District. 4. Clearly indicate that bonus units are at the discretion of the City Council, based on adopted criteria, and are not automatically awarded upon request. Mr. Harris submitted tables comparing the proposed changes to the existing ordinance, a draft negative declaration and a tally of planned -development applications to date. It is the recommendation of both the Planning Commission and staff that the "PD" Ordinance be amended as outlined. If Council concurs, it is suggested that the negative declaration be ratified and the prepared ordinance be offered for first reading. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that the hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Council makes the following findings regarding amendment of Planned Development District Ordinance: 1. Project is compatible with the Redding General Plan; 2. Project will not significantly alter existing land form; 3. Project is compatible with surrounding land use; 4. Project is compatible with the Code of the City of Redding, California, and, ratifies the Negative Declaration approved by the Board of Administrative Review on October 17, 1978. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes Councilwoman Gard offered Ordinance No. 1425 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending Chapter 18.36 of the Redding Municipal Code, by repealing Sections 18.36.050, 18.36.090, 18.36.120 and 18.36.140 and substituting therefor new Sections 18.36.050, 18.36.090, 18.36.120 and 18.36.140, pertaining to Planned Development Districts. 369 PUBLIC HEARING - Parking and Business Improvement Area Proposed Rate Increase The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened the Public Hearing on the proposed rate increase in the Parking and Business Improvement Area. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: Affidavit of Publication - Resolution of Intention No. 78-204 Affidavit of Mailing - Resolution of Intention No. 78-204 City Clerk Brayton advised Council that no written protests have been received. She noted that this hearing is scheduled to consider a change in the Parking and Business Improvement License Tax as requested by the Downtown Mall Association; however, due to the lack of City legal counsel at this meeting, the downtown merchants have been given notice that the hearing will be continued to 7:30 P.M., December 18, 1978. Don Bennett, North Valley Collection Bureau, stated that his business is peculiar in that it is not possible for him to raise his rates and fees to compensate for an increase, such as is proposed, as a normal retail business could do. He said his business is of a service type and has been working on the same fee basis for years and will continue to do so in the future. He said the proposed increase for his business will be minor; however, he felt it might be a hardship for some service businesses. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard continuing the Public Hearing to 7:30 P.M., December 18, 1978. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - Intention to Abandon Portion of Market Street for Phase III of Downtown Mall The hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, Mayor Demsher opened the Continued Public Hearing re abandonment of a portion of Market Street north of Placer Street. The City Clerk advised Council that no written protests have been received. It was noted that the Public Hearing was continued to resolve a question involving easements and drainage. Said items having been resolved, it is recommended that the prepared resolution be adopted after the close of the Public Hearing. ?S ' MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that the Public Hearing be closed. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Resolution No. 78-234 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the vacation and abandonment of 150 feet of the west half of Market Street north of Placer Street. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-234 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 370 WATER TREATMENT PLANT - Environmental Impact Report Planning and Community Development Director Harris reviewed his memorandum to Council dated November 29, 1978. Mr. Harris stated that at its September 18, 1978 meeting, Council received a copy of the final environmental impact report on the water -treatment plant, which had been certified adequate by the Planning Commission. In order to proceed with the project it is necessary that Council give the final environmental clearance. Mr. Harris noted that the final design of the project will incorporate the mitigation measures listed on pages 4 - 1 and 4 - 2 of the E.I.R., with the following addition: Final project design in regard to architecture, color, landscaping, etc., is to be reviewed by a committee consisting of city staff, a representative of the Planning Commission, and a representative from "The Knolls." Councilwoman Gard asked if the noise of the new pumps on the river has been mitigated. She was advised that the noise would be about the same as exist- ing pumps. In reply to an inquiry as to what response there was re the archaeological sites in the area, Deputy Planning Director Perry said that the area was researched and no evidence was found to substantiate the existence of any archaeological sites. Resolution No. 78-235 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton accepting EIR-9-78 and finding that, in accordance with Section 15088 of the California Administrative Code that changes or alterations have been required and incorporated into the project which mitigate or avoid the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the final environmental impact report. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes AMENDMENT OF HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN POLICY Planning and Community Development Director Harris reviewed his memorandum to Council dated November 29, 1978, advising that the Community Development Block Grant (Discretionary Grant No. B -78 -DN -06-0049) has been approved. In order to implement the program, the housing rehabilitation loan policy must be amended to include a new area and a new program. Mr. Harris noted that under the proposed amendment, the Cascade Neighborhood Strategy Area would be eligible for the rehabilitation loan program. In addition, low and moderate income residents of the Cascade area would be eligible for an assessment grant program which would cover the cost of the sewer assessment. Lj Mr. Harris said that other proposed changes would provide adjustments in the present housing rehabilitation loan program which has been in operation for the past three years. In order to update the program, staff recommends approval of the following items: 1. Raising the loan limit from $12,000 to $15,000 2. Adding additional rooms 3. Certain related loan costs 4. Eligibility requirements MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick that Resolution No. 78-235 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving amendments to the Rehabilitation Loan Policy adopted by the City Council Resolution No. 75-86. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-235 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 1 371 OLD CITY HALL - National Register of Historic Places Planning and Community Development Director Harris reviewed his memorandum to Council dated November 29, 1978. He stated that on November 14, 1978, "Old City Hall" was approved for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. This will allow the City to apply for grant funds not otherwise available for restoration of the building. Mr. Harris said that the western regional representative of the National Trust for Historic Preservation has encouraged the City to submit a grant request for design - consulting services. The funds for this grant program are awarded on a matching basis, and the total project cost cannot exceed $5,000. It is the recommendation of staff that Council authorize the City Manager to file an application with the National Trust for Historic Preservation for restoration of "Old City Hall." Mayor Demsher indicated support of the recommendation noting that restoration of "Old City Hall" is of utmost importance and value to the community. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard authorizing the City Manager to file an application with the National Trust for Historic Preservation as hereinbefore recommended. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORTS Public Works Director Arness submitted the Public Works Planning Reports for December, 1978. Mr. Arness briefly stated that the new program implemented at the landfill appears to be running smoothly. REJECTION OF BIDS/Schedule I -AWARD OF BIDS/Schedule II Construction of Improvements on Bechelli Lane and Grove Street Public Works Director Arness submitted a tabulation of bids received and opened on November 14, 1978 on construction of improvements on Bechelli Lane and Grove Street, Bid Schedule No. 1060. Due to the high bids received on Schedule I, the street improvement portion of the project, it is the recommendation of the Department of Public Works that the bids be rejected and that Council authorize rebidding this portion of the project. It is further recommended that the Schedule II portion of the subject project be awarded to Northern Electric on their low bid in the amount of $5,996. MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard approving the aforestated recommendations of the Department of Public Works. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh AWARD OF BID - Above Ground Construction of Canby Substation Nod, 2 Public Works Director Arness submitted a tabulation of bids received and opened on November 28, 1978 for above ground construction of Canby Sub- station No. 2. It is the recommendation of the Electric and Public Works Departments that the contract for the subject project be awarded to Northern Industrial Electric in the amount of $55,190. Copies of the environmental impact report on the proposed addition to the Canby Substation were submitted to Council Members for acceptance. Council Members noted that they had just received the environmental impact report and in order to take meaningful action, they needed time to read it carefully. 310 __D `4 3 372 Electric Director Simpson said the timeline on this project is critical and requested action as soon as possible. Council will take definitive action on this matter at its December 18 meeting. AWARD OF BID - Extension of Underground Utilities on Hilltop Drive at Dana Drive MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the recommendation of the Electric and Public Works Departments that Bid Schedule No. 1061, Extension of Underground Utilities on Hilltop Drive at Dana.Drive, be awarded to Communications Construction and Excavating Co., Inc. on their low bid in the amount of $4,140.21. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Councilwoman Gard asked what the City's policy is with respect to when to underground and when not to underground utilities, i.e., is the City's policy the same as'what we expect of the customer. Mr. Simpson responded that the City's goal'is to underground as much as possible; however, some under - grounding is prohibitive because of cost and expertise required. He noted, however, that in no instance is 115KV undergrounded. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - Cypress School Neighborhood Park Improvements MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard accepting the project re completion of Cypress School Neighborhood Park Improvements, Bid Schedule No. 1037, as being completed satisfactorily, and instructing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RIVELLA VISTA ESTATES SUBDIVISION - Acceptance of Improvements and Street Extension MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton accepting installation of all improvements within Rivella Vista Estates Subdivision for maintenance and operation, and instructing the City Clerk to return the securities to the developer. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that \ Resolution No. 78-236 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the (� City of Redding accepting for maintenance and operation Rivella Vista Drive, Riverview Drive, Dove Street, and Valentine Lane within Rivella Vista Estates aSubdivision. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-236 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Roberti-Z'berg Urban Open Space and Recreation Program, S.B...174 MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilwoman Gard that Resolution No. 78-237 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding urging 1979-1980 funding for S.B. 174, the "Roberti-Z'berg Urban Open Space and Recreation Program." Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher None: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-237 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. 1 1 1 373 REVENUE SHARING FUNDING AGREEMENT - KIXE Public Television MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Kirkpatrick approving the Revenue Sharing Funding Agreement between the City of Redding S / and KIXE Public Television, and authorizing the Mayor to execute same on behalf of the City of Redding. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes REVENUE SHARING FUNDING AGREEMENT - Family Service Agency of Shasta County MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the Revenue Sharing Funding Agreement between the City of Redding and the Family Service Agency of Shasta County, and authorizing the Mayor to execute same on behalf of the City of Redding. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes RESOLUTION - Re Acceptance of Certain Easements by Public Works Director MOTION: Made by Councilman Kirkpatrick, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 78-238 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding delegating to the Director of Public Works the authority to accept routine utility easements, drainage easements, and easements for street purposes as offered for dedication on parcel maps. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Council Members - Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - Pugh Resolution No. 78-238 is on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - Confirming Canvass of Special Revenue Bond Election MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 78-239 be adopted: RESOLUTION CONFIRMING CANVASS OF SPECIAL REVENUE BOND ELECTION CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA GENERAL ELECTION WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Shasta County has duly canvassed or caused to be canvassed the votes cast in the City of Redding (hereinafter called the "City") at the special revenue bond election con- solidated with the State of California General Election held on November 7, 1978, in the City, by the voters of the City upon the measure hereinafter set forth, and has certified to this City Council the result of the votes cast at said election upon said measure, which said certification is now on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redding, as follows: Section 1. The canvass by said Board of Supervisors as shown by said certification and the result of said election is hereby ratified, confirmed andapproved, and the City Clerk of the City be and is hereby instructed to enter this resolution in the minutes of this City Council as a statement of the result of said election. Section 2. At said election the following measure for issuing revenue bonds was submitted to the voters of the City and the number of votes cast in the City for and against said measure was as follows: MEASURE (A): Shall the City of Redding issue (Water System revenue bonds in the principal Improvements- amount of $5,700,000 pursuant to Revenue Bonds) the Revenue Bond Law of 1941 to provide funds for the improvement of the municipal water system, comprising a new water treatment plant and raw water pump station modifications, together with necessary pumps, valves, control facilities and machinery and lands and easements therefor, and other works, property or structures necessary or con- venient for the improvement of the municipal water system of the City of Redding? 3i o 53c J 374 Total "Yes" Vote 9174 Total "No" Vote 3473 Section 3. The total number of votes cast in the City at said special revenue bond election and the total number of votes given in each precinct and by absentee votes of the City for and against said measure was and is set forth in the canvass by said Board of Supervisors. Section 4. More than a majority of all the votes cast at said special revenue bond election on said measure was in favor of said measure and said measure carried. PASSED AND ADOPTED December 4, 1978, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen: Fulton, Gard, Kirkpatrick, and Demsher NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: Pugh /s/ Donald M. Demsher Mayor of the City of Redding (Seal) Attest: /s/ Mildred L. Brayton City Clerk of the City of Redding Council Members said the Redding voters are to be thanked for their solid affirmative vote for improvements to the municipal water system. SETTLEMENT OF CONDEMNATION CASE On behalf of the City Attorney, Assistant City Manager Courtney requested / �G- authority to settle those portions of City of Redding vs. Baugh - No. 57300, condemnation case as follows: Elwood Property $3000 No. California Land Co. $7000 MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the request of the City Attorney as stated hereinbefore. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes GOVERNMENT CODE REQUIREMENTS - Re Commissions, Boards and Committees City Clerk Brayton submitted the following re Commissions, Boards and Committees as requested by Government Code Section 54972: (1) List of all appointive terms which will expire during the next calendar year, with the name of the incumbent appointee, the date of appointment, the date the term �I n expires, and the necessary qualifications for the position. lor\ (2) A list of all boards, commissions, and committees whose members serve at the pleasure of the City Council, and the necessary qualifications for each position. These lists are posted in the office of the City Clerk and are available to the public upon request. CLAIM OF PAUL AND STEFANIE WEBER City Manager Brickwood advised that a late communication from Joseph L. Waltuch, attorney for Paul and Stefanie Weber, requests that action on this claim be continued to a later meeting. Mr. Brickwood recommended that Council rescind its action on this claim taken earlier in the meeting. MOTION: Made by Councilwoman Gard, seconded by Councilman Fulton rescinding the action to deny this claim and scheduling it for consideration at the January 2, 1979 meeting. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes ROUTINE COMMUNICATIONS Applications for Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Frick and Fracks Deli, 1484 Hartnell, Suite A Shamrock, 1414 Tehama Street (and Supplement) Sam's Restaurant, 1313 Shasta Street Documents re PUC PG&E Notice of Application to reduce electric rates 3 cel PG&E Notice of Application to increase rates for l gas service Civil Aeronautics Board Documents Notice of Hughes Airwest re intention to suspend service at Monterey -Salinas Application of Hughes Airwest for unused authority Tn_rnTTVMMVMM There being no further business, at the hour of 8:35 P.M., Mayor Demsher declared the meeting adjourned. APPROVED: ATTEST: Mayor C ty Clerk C 375