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Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
December 20, 2022, 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 was absent.
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 Public Works Director Chuck Aukland.
The Invocation was provided by Reverend Ken Ficklin, Unity Church in Redding.
PRESENTATIONS
2A. Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation declaring March 8, 2023, as Joe Cosca Day in the
City of Redding in recognition of his serve to the Senior Citizens of Shasta County.
The City Council took no formal action on this informational item.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Steven and Robert Saterini disagreed with the comments Council Member Winter made at the last
meeting regarding the selection of Council Member Dacquisto as mayor.
Nick Gardener thanked the Redding Police Department for their assistance with the removal of
garbage in his neighborhood. In addition, he expressed concern regarding the rodeo grounds and
public-private partnerships.
Steve Kohn opposes parking fees in the downtown area; is unhappy with Council Member
Winter's comments at the last meeting; and stated Indians should be able to do what they want
with their land.
Alex Bielecki spoke regarding gambling and lack of space to incarcerate criminals.
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(b). Accept City of Redding Accounts Payable Register No. 10; and Payroll Register No. 11.
Accounts Payable Register No. 10 for the period of November 12, 2022, through
November 30, 2022, for a total of $21,356,948.72 for check numbers 175700 through
176023, inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 19027 through 19108 inclusive, Wire Transfer
numbers 11963 through 11997, inclusive; and Payroll Register No. 11 for the period of
November 13, 2022, through November 26, 2022, for a total of$3,895,961.62 for check
numbers 573000 through 573945, inclusive, ACH Transfer numbers 608580 through
608601 inclusive; SUMMARY TOTAL: $25,252,910.34.
4(f). Adopt Ordinance No. 2656, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding,
amending Redding Municipal Code Title 2 (Administration and Personnel) to Repeal and
Reenact Chapter 2.32 (Fire Department).
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4.2(a). Authorize the following actions relative to the Alturas Crossing I Project located at 1320
and 1358 Old Alturas Road: (1) authorize the City Manager to execute the First
Amendment to Development Agreement, (C-9259) with Alturas Crossing, LP, thereby
increasing the City of Redding loan by $1,494,416, for a total loan amount of$3,494,416;
(2) authorize the City Manager to execute any other documents necessary to modify the
Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Program
grant application and loan documents to facilitate the funding increase; and (3) find that
increasing funding for a development is not a project as defined by the California
Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)and that the Alturas Crossing construction project was
previously found to be exempt pursuant to CEQA Section 15332 (in-fill development
projects). The Alturas Crossing construction project has previously been reviewed and
determined to meet National Environmental Policy Act compliance.
4.2(b). Adopt Resolution No. 2022-133, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
acknowledging Kennett Court II Apartments is complete pursuant to City of Redding
requirements and the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Multi-
Housing Program guidelines.
4.2(c). Approve the City of Redding 2022 Shelter Crisis Annual Report; and authorize staff to
submit the Report to the corresponding State of California Senate and Assembly
Committees by January 1, 2023.
4.5(a). Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5139 (Job Nos. 4006-20 and
4010-20) for furnishing Electric Utility trench and excavation work: (1) approve an
increase of$500,000 to the bid schedule budget; and (2) authorize the City Manager, or
designee,to approve change orders up to,and not to exceed,the total budget of$1,012,330.
4.8(a). Authorize the sole-source purchase of one Type III wildland engine from Golden State
Fire Apparatus, Inc., for a price not to exceed $450,000, which includes inspection trips,
delivery, sales tax, and a pre-payment discount.
4.11(a).Authorize the following actions relative to Request for Proposal Schedule No. 5319,
Architectural Services for the Fire Stations Assessment and Modernization Project: (1)
award to Nichols, Melburg, and Rossetto (NMR); (2) authorize the Mayor to execute a
Consulting and Professional Services Contract with NMR for an amount not to exceed
$297,950; and(3)authorize the City Manager, or designee,to approve any amendments up
to $30,000.
4.11(b).Award the lowest competitive bids relative to Bid Schedule No. 5329, Rock and Mineral
Products, to J.F. Shea, Stimpel-Wiebelhaus, and Tullis, Inc. for the annual purchase of
rock, asphalt, and mineral aggregates at an estimated cost of$350,000.
4.11(c).Accept the City of Redding Mitigation Fee Act Report Update, including an accounting
of development fees; and adopt Resolution No. 2022-134, a resolution of the City Council
of the City of Redding, making findings concerning unexpended funds.
4.11(d).Authorize the following actions relative to the Flood Damage Repair Project within City
of Redding park and trail areas: (1) adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and the
Mitigation Monitoring and Environmental Commitment Program; and (2) approve the
Flood Damage Repair Project as described, thereby satisfying the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines pursuant to Section 15074.
4.11(e).Authorize the following actions relative to the Silverstone Subdivision-Unit 2 (AMND-
2020-01135/S-2019-00280): (1)accept the improvements in Silverstone Subdivision-Unit
2 as satisfactorily complete; (2) adopt Resolution No. 2022-135, a resolution of the City
Council of the City of Redding, accepting streets for maintenance and operation; and (3)
Instruct the City Clerk to return the related securities to the developer following completion
of the warranty period or as directed by the City Engineer upon completion of all
obligations.
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4.11(f).Authorize the following action relative to the Shastina Ranch Subdivision - Unit 5 (S-7-
03/PD-5-04): (1) accept the improvements in Shastina Ranch—Unit 5 as satisfactorily
complete; (2) adopt Resolution No. 2022-136, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding,accepting streets for maintenance and operation; and(3)instruct the City Clerk
to return the related securities to the developer following completion of the warranty period
or as directed by the City Engineer upon completion of all obligations.
4.11(g).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5330 for furnishing liquid
chlorine, sulfur dioxide, sodium bisulfite, and sodium hypochlorite: (1) award to Thatcher
Company of California, Inc., and Jones Chemical, Inc., for a total annual evaluated cost of
$609,275 (not including tax and freight); (2) authorize the Purchasing Officer to approve
the annual contract amendments through December 31, 2027; and (3) authorize the
Purchasing Officer to approve price increases per manufacture price increases, inflation,
and other market factors.
4.11(h).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid No. 5325 for furnishing various chemicals:
(1) award contracts to Helix Labs, Hill Brothers Chemical Company, and Univar USA,
Inc., for a total annual evaluated cost of $298,043.25 through December 31, 2023, (not
including sales tax,mill fees,or shipping); (2)authorize staff to purchase various chemicals
from each of the suppliers depending on market availability or delays in product delivery;
and (3) authorize the Purchasing Officer to approve quarterly rate changes and
manufacturer price increases.
4.11(i).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5333 (Job No. 2608)
Woodacre Sewer Main Replacement Project: (1) award to Mitchell Johnson Construction,
Inc., in the amount of$783,954; (2) approve an additional $126,000 to cover the cost of
administration and inspection fees; and$45,000 for project development costs; (3)approve
$130,000 to provide construction contingency funding; (4) authorize the City Manager to
approve additional increases in either the construction management or construction
contingency amounts up to a total of$15,000; and (5) find that the project is categorically
exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant
to Section 15301(b) - Existing Facilities.
4.11(j).Accept update regarding the City of Redding's COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Package
proj ects.
4.12(a).Approve the Local Appointments List consisting of Exhibits A and B relative to 2023
term expirations and vacancies for City of Redding Boards, Commissions, and
Committees to fulfill the requirements of Government Code Section 54972 (Maddy Act).
4.15(a).Adopt Resolution No. 2022-137, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
approving an amendment to the Redding Independent Employees' Organization Clerical,
Technical and Professional Non-Exempt and Exempt Schedule of Classifications and
Wage Rates changing classification titles effective December 25, 2022.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, 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:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
Resolution Nos. 2022-133 through 2022-137 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Ordinance No. 2656 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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APPOINTMENTS
5.1. Reappointment to the Shasta Mosquito Abatement and Vector Control District.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Munns,to approved the Mayor's recommendation to reappoint Philip Cramer to the Shasta
Mosquito Abatement and Vector Control District Board to serve a second two-year term
beginning January 1, 2023, and ending December 31, 2024.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(a) Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Fee-to-Trust Application submitted by
Redding Rancheria.
City Manager Tippin summarized the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated
herein by reference.
The following people are opposed to Win-River building a new casino on property they
own off of Interstate -5: Marjory Cantrel, Steven, Tom Reemts, Mary Ocasion, Matt
Fleming, Steve Williams, Michael Mitchulack, on behalf of the Fly Shop, Joyce Hankin,
Pam Hughes, Ron Reece,Noah, Jeanne Jones, David Allred, Kristy Coughlin, on behalf of
Sierra Pacific Industries, Jean Morello, and Nick Gardener. Their reasons for opposition
include: the area should remain zoned as agricultural; the Tribe is trying of avoid federal
law; it will negatively impact some businesses; it will not enhance the beauty of the area;
it will bring crime; it does not pay taxes; and there are problems with the environmental
impact report.
Chuck Knauer, on behalf of the Carpenter's Union, and Steve Kohn support the Tribes
efforts to build a new casino.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Vice Mayor, seconded by Council Member Munns, to
authorized the following actions relative to the Fee-to-Trust Application pertaining to
228.64 acres of land owned by the Redding Rancheria immediately south of the southern
terminus of Bechelli Lane, east of Interstate 5, submitted by the Redding Rancheria to
Bureau of Indian Affairs: (1) accept report; (2) reaffirm the Redding City Council's
opposition to the Fee-to-Trust Application as stated in the letter submitted to the BIA,dated
August 20, 2019; and (3) directed Council Members Audette and Munns to prepare a
response to the BIA's current inquiry of behalf of the City Council, and include additional
comments and clarifying information capturing occurrences since August 2019.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
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9.2(d). Mark Street Emergency Housing Site and the Consulting and Professional Services
Agreement with United Way to operate the site.
Assistant City Manager Bade summarized the Report to City Council (staff report) and
provided and PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Kim Moore objects to the location of the Project and stated it will increase risks to
community members, and children.
Susan Murray inquired if more pallets will be added later.
Larry Holstead, President/CEO of United Way of Northern California (United Way),
shared the vision United Way has for the Project and responded to Council Member's
questions.
Ron Schwab supports for the Project but is concerned that too many loop holes will exists
leaving citizens unsafe.
Mitchell Johnson, owner of Tropics Bar, relayed his concern and respects the City's effort
to address the homelessness issue, however, he is afraid it will be harmful to his business.
Discussion amongst the council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Vice Mayor Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to approve the following actions relative to the City of Redding's leased property
located at 3211 Mark Street (Assessor's Parcel No. 108-360-026) (Property) and the Mark
Street Emergency Housing Site (EHS): (1) approve United Way of Northern California's
(United Way) South Market Micro-Shelter Community Operations and Services Manual
(Manual) and Site Plan; (2) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a
Consulting and Professional Services Contract with United Way for the operations of the
Mark Street EHS that includes eight, single-occupancy sleeping cabins provided at the
property, in a total amount not to exceed $150,000; (3) authorize the City Manager to
negotiate with United Way a one-year sublease, with a one-year renewal option, and
authorize the Mayor to sign the sublease; (4) authorize the City Manager to issue an EHS
permit to United Way for the Mark Street EHS that includes up to eight, single-occupancy
sleeping cabins and to set the one-year term start date; (5) authorize the City Manager to
negotiate and execute a County of Shasta (County) American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
funded agreement for $300,000 and appropriate $150,000 of County ARPA funds to
United Way for the operations of the Mark Street EHS; and (6) based on the facts in the
record, make the finding that the subject permit is categorically exempt under California
Environmental Quality Act Guideline Section 15061(b)(3) and 15304, Class 4 Minor
Alterations to Land and that the National Environmental Policy Act review shows that the
project is categorically excluded subject to 58.5 but converted to exempt status.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
9.5(b). Report - City of Redding Electric Utility's Strategic Plan.
Electric Utility Director Nick Zettle summarized the Report to City Council (staff report)
and provided and PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Audette, to accept an oral presentation from the Electric Director providing a progress
update on the Electric Utility's 2026 Strategic Plan.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
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9.9(a). Resolution- hire two (2) Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT) Officers.
City Manager Tippin summarized the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated
herein by reference.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-138, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, approving and adopting the 76th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No.
2021-078 approving two full time CIRT Officers and appropriating $156,070.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
Resolution No. 2022-138 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
9.15(b).Resolution - California Public Employee's Retirement System (CALPERS) 180-day wait
period with regard to re-hiring Jules Marchesseault in the position of Electric Manager-
Engineering, effective January 1, 2023.
Assistant City Manager DeMaagd summarized the Report to City Council (staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Munns, seconded by Council Member
Winter, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-139, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redding, approving a 180-day wait period exception of Jules Marchesseault as Electric
Manager-Engineering for the City of Redding pursuant to Government Code sections
7522.56 and 21224, effective January 1, 2023, for up to 960 hours; and granting the City
Manager authority to execute the necessary hiring documentation. The resolution, if
approved, would allow retired Electric Manager-Engineering, Jules Marchesseault, to be
rehired as an annuitant in the Electric Utility to assist with a special project, extra help
needed with the preparation for the North American Electric Reliability Corporation
(NERC) Audit of Redding Electric Utility's Transmission Owner/Transmission Operator
(TO/TOP) Compliance program, and the training of the replacement personnel.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Mezzano, Munns, and Winter
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—Dacquisto
Resolution No. 2022-139 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 Winters suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to provide
information regarding possible opportunities to assist the unhoused, such as day centers.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 9:33 p.m. Vice Mayor Mezzano declared the
meeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mark 1V1ez'zano, Vice Mayor
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