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Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
September 3, 2024, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tenessa Audette with the following Council Members
present: Joshua Johnson, Mark Mezzano, Jack Munns, and Julie Winter.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, Assistant City Manager Steve Bade, City Clerk
Sharlene Tipton, and Executive Assistant Erin Barnhart.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Audette.
The Invocation was provided by Redding Police and Fire Chaplain Debbie Ivey.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Debbie Starr opined Redding Electric Utility has been great to work with and expressed her
appreciation for the kind staff.
Leland Barlow shared his appreciation for the downtown artwork, the uplifting feeling of hope in
the new Downtown area, and that he is praying for the safety of firefighters and positive solutions
for the homeless.
Nancy Maas stated her concerns with the County of Shasta's (County) involvement with the
Redding Regional Airport (Airport) and cautioned the City Council about entering into any
agreements with the County regarding operations of the Airport.
Janet Bollinger noted past issues with nuisance neighbors using drugs, and commended the City
of Redding's Mayor and expressed her sincere appreciation for the level of service provided by
the Redding Police Department.
CONSENT CALENDAR/OFF-AGENDA ITEM
City Attorney Curtis stated that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(b), as both
provisions contained within this code are met, inclusion of item no. 4(b). on the Consent Calendar
along with item no. 9.11(g) on the Regular Calendar, regarding a funding increase request for the
Emergency Repair and Replacement of Substandard Sewer Pipe and Failing Asphalt Concrete
Pavement on Placer Street Project, needs to be approved by a two-thirds vote to be added to the
agenda after publication for consideration by the Council.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member Munns,
to add item nos. 4(b) and 9.11(g) to the Agenda for consideration. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
CONSENT CALENDAR
4(a). Approve City Council Minutes: Special Meeting — Closed Session of May 21, 2024;
Regular Meeting of May 21, 2024; Special Meeting—Redding Riverfront Specific Plan of
June 13, 2024; Regular Meeting of June 18, 2024; Special Meeting of June 18, 2024;
Special Meeting of July 9, 2024; Special Meeting of July 29, 2024; Special Meeting of
August 7, 2024; Special Meeting — Closed Session of August 20, 2024; and Regular
Meeting of August 20, 2024.
4(b). Approve adding an off-agenda item after publication, Item No. 9.11(g), regarding the
Emergency Repair and Replacement of Substandard Sewer Pipe and Failing Asphalt
Concrete Pavement on Placer Street Project, to the regular calendar by a two-thirds
affirmative vote, pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2), as both
provisions contained within this code have been met.
4.6(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2024-072, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
approving and adopting the SOth Amendment to the City of Redding (City) Budget
Resolution No. 2023-060 appropriating $0 for the reclassification of the City's Recreation
Division's part-time Clerk I - Status 9 position to Clerk I - Status 8A.
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4.7(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2024-073, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding
to: (1)authorize the City Treasurer to open an account with Square as a payment processing
solution; (2) designate the following authorized account signers: Greg Robinett, Director
of Finance/City Treasurer; Bailey Worley, Finance Officer; Tammy Mann, Finance
Officer; and Tessa Wayda, Management Analyst; and (3) authorize the City of Redding
City Manager, or his designee, to appoint a new signer to replace an authorized signer who
has either left employment with the City of Redding or their job responsibilities have
changed.
4.8(a). Authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement for Temporary Assignment of Vehicle and
Equipment between the City of Redding Fire Department(RFD)and the Governor's Office
of Emergency Services for the assignment of the 2017 HME Ahrens-Fox Type I Hazardous
Materials Vehicle to RFD.
4.11(a).Authorize the Mayor to execute a Subdivision Agreement with Sierra Pacific Land and
Timber Company; and approve the final map for Shastina Ranch Subdivision, Unit 7 (5-7-
03/PD-5-04), thereby instructing the City Clerk to file the map with the Shasta County
Recorder.
4.11(b).Accept update regarding the Emergency Repair and Replacement of Substandard Sewer
Pipe and Failing Asphalt Concrete Pavement on Placer Street Project and, in accordance
with Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(1), make a determination by a four-fifths vote
that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
4.11(d).Authorize the following related to the purchase of one 2025 Peterbilt 579 Transfer Truck
far the City of Redding's Transfer and Recycling Facility: (1) the purchase using
Sourcewell contract pricing with a net delivered cost of $221,530.77 including all
applicable taxes and fees; and (2)the City Manager to approve future pricing adjustments,
terms, and policy changes as needed due to inflation and unstable economic conditions up
to a total of$30,000.00.
4.11(e).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Negotiation No. 5508, Construction on
State Highway in Redding on Route 273 from Yuba Street to Tehama Street and on
California Street from Tehama Street to Eureka Way: (1) award to S.T. Rhoades Inc., in
the amount of$2,954,838.50; (2)approve$400,000 to cover the cost of administration and
inspection fees; (3) approve$750,000 for project development costs; (4)approve $300,000
to provide construction contingency funding; (5) authorize the City Manager to approve
additional increases in either the construction management or construction contingency
amount up to a total of$50,000; and (6) find that the Project is categorically exempt from
the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to Section 15301 — Existing Facilities
and Section 15302 —Replacement or Reconstruction.
4.11(fl.Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Negotiation No. 5500 (Job No. 3697),
American Rescue Plan Act Storm Drain Project: (1)award to RTA Construction Inc., in
the amount of$826,640 for the Base Bid, an additional $125,400 for Additive Alternate l,
and an additional $79,000 for Additive Alternate 2; (2) approve an additional $155,000 to
cover the cost of administration and inspection fees; (3) approve $103,000 to provide
construction contingency funding; (4) approve $306,447 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, pursuant to Section 15301— Existing Facilities and Section 15302 —
Replacement or Reconstruction.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Munns, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved, and or authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Johnson, Mezzano, Munns, Winter, and Audette
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Resolution Nos. 2024-072 and 2024-073 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(a). Formation of an Ad-Hoc Committee to develop various elements of a long-term lease for
the Redding Rodeo Grounds.
Assistant City Manager Bade provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
The following spoke in favor of a long-term ground lease for the Redding Rodeo
Association: Tom Spade, Don Conley, Ginger G. Salido, Marjy Cantrell, Kurt Heuer,
Linda Glass, Gary Cadd, Steve Kohn,Nancy Maas, Sandy Winters, Susan Murray, Robert
Trygar, David Shoffner, David Backues, Jenny, Ted I3ambino, and Shasta County Sheriff
Michael Johnson.
Ted Bambino presented the Council with a letter from their attorney regarding a long-term
lease, and a 40-year timeline plan, both incorporated herein by reference.
Council Member Johnson explained his rationale for bringing this item forward to create
an ad-hoc committee to discuss the specifics of a long-term lease for the Redding Rodeo
Association versus just voting for a long-term lease.
In response to Mr. Johnson's questions, City Attorney Curtis explained that by obtaining
the California Housing and Community Development's opinion that this does fit within the
exception as set forth in the guidelines, that would provide the City of Redding substantial
protection from litigation going forward.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
Each Council Member expressed their appreciation and love of the Redding Rodeo and
want to see it continue long in to the future.
Council Member Mezzano expressed frustration with the City Council that a long-term
lease has not been agreed to by now.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Winter, seconded by Council Member
Munns,to: (1)approve the formation of an ad-hoc committee consisting exclusively of two
appointed City Council members to develop elements of a long-term lease for the Rodeo
Grounds which will accelerate any future negotiations with the Rodeo Association should
the City Council determine, at a later date, it wishes to consider approval of a long-term
lease. The ad-hoc committee will be temporary in nature and is expected to complete its
task no later than July 1, 2025; and (2) appoint Mayor Tenessa Audette and Council
Member Joshua Johnson to the ad-hoc committee.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—.Iohnson, Munns, Winter, and Audette
NOES: Council Members—Mezzano
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
A SECOND MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council
Member Mezzano, to: (1) approve the formation of an ad-hoc committee consisting
exclusively of two appointed City Council members Mezzano and Johnson, to develop
elements of a long-term lease for the Rodeo Grounds which will accelerate any future
negotiations with the Rodeo Association should the City Council determine, at a later date,
it wishes to consider approval of a long-term lease. The ad-hoc committee will be
temporary in nature and is expected to complete its task no later than July 1, 2025; and (2)
appoint Council Members Johnson and Mezzano to the ad-hoc committee.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Johnson and Mezzano
NOES: Council Members—Munns, Winter, and Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Motion failed.
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9.6(b). Oral report regarding the planned City Fair for City of Redding utilities and other services
to be held at the Sundial Bridge on October 19, 2024.
Community Services Director Travis Menne summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), and along with Redding Electric Utility Customer Service Manager Lisa Bryan,
and Public Works Director Michael Webb, provided a PowerPoint presentation, both
incorporated herein by reference.
They each highlighted the many educational and recreational activities that will be present
at the event.
The City Council took no formal action on this informational item.
9.11(g),Increase to the Emergency Repair and Replacement of Substandard Sewer Pipe and Failing
Asphalt Concrete Pavement on Placer Street Project Budget.
Public Works Director Michael Webb provided an overview of the Report to City Council
(staff report), and a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Mr. Webb noted that the Contractor had a weekend open in their schedule where they could
dedicate 24 hours a day for three days to complete the paving on Placer Street from
California Street to Pleasant Street, November 6-9, 2024. The street will be blocked off to
non-residents for this weekend only. There is an increase to the budget cost to do this, but
with the longevity of this project, Mr. Webb stated that this was the best path forward to
finally get this project to the finish line.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Mezzano, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to approve increases to the budget in the amount of$935,000 for the continuation
of the agreement with Cox and Cox Construction, Inc. (G10387), Emergency Repair and
Replacement of Substandard Sewer Pipe and Failing Asphalt Concrete Pavement on Placer
Street Project and, in accordance with Public Code Section 22050(c)(1), make a
determination by a four-tifths vote that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS RELATIVE TO POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
At Council Member Joshua Johnson's suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to
return to Council for consideration at a future Council Meeting to include municipal code language
to require short-term rental booking vendors such as VRBO, Vacasa, Expedia, Airbnb and others,
to automatically collect Transient Occupancy Tax and Tourism Business Improvement District
taxes from guests when they make a reservation to ensure that all short-term rental bookings are
paying their share regardless of their permit with the City of Redding.
At Mayor Tenessa Audette's suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to return to
Council with a report to discuss updating the City of Redding's Vision and Mission statement at a
future Council Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 7:56 p.m., Mayor Audette declared the meeting
adjourned.
APPROVED:
essa Audette, Mayor
ATTEST:
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harlene Tipton, City Clerk
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