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HomeMy WebLinkAbout _ 9.1(e)--Consider Approval of the Amended Lease Agreement with the Redding Rodeo AssociationC IT Y OF REMDINO�" AN CITY OF REDDING REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: May 6, 2025 FROM: Barry Tippin, City Manager ITEM NO. 9.1(e) ***APPROVED BY*** btippin@cityofredding.org ey An, �an 4 12P P ci�i I 4/30/2025 btippin@cityofredding.org SUBJECT: 9.1(e)--Consider Approval of the Amended Lease Agreement with the Redding Rodeo Association (RRA) for the Redding Rodeo Grounds. Recommendation Authorize the Mayor to sign the Lease Amendment Agreement with the Redding Rodeo Association (RRA) for a 25-year term with two, 10-year options at an annual rate of $50. Fiscal Impact Approval of the Lease Amendment Agreement (Lease) establishes financial terms for the Redding Rodeo Association's (RRA) use of the Redding Rodeo Grounds, including provisions for capital improvements, maintenance obligations, and lease payments to the City of Redding (City). The agreement allows for investment into the facility, strengthens the City's partnership with a valued community organization, and helps to ensures a sustainable financial framework. Specific fiscal impacts will be realized through RRA-funded improvements and ongoing lease revenue. There is no negative impact to the City's General Fund. Alternative Action The City Council (Council) may choose not to approve the lease, which would terminate the current negotiation process. Alternatively, the Council could direct staff to renegotiate specific terms of the amended lease agreement prior to approval. Background/Analysis The City and RRA have partnered for decades to maintain the Redding Rodeo Grounds, a vital community and cultural asset. Following Council's November 19, 2024 approval of the Non - Binding Letter of Intent (LOI), staff and the RRA engaged in negotiations to finalize a comprehensive lease amendment. Report to Redding City Council May 1, 2025 Re: 9.1(e)--Consider Approval of the Amended Lease Agreement with the Redding Rodeo Association Page 2 Key terms of the final amended lease agreement include: • A 25-year primary Lease term with two, 1.0-year optional extensions, providing long-term security and requiring facility investment; • RRA commitments to complete capital improvements, including the renovation of the announcer's booth, private boxes, and grandstands within specified performance milestones; • Requirements for RRA to host the annual Redding Rodeo and expand community event programming at the Redding Rodeo Grounds; • Financial documentation and reporting obligations for RRA to ensure transparency regarding the funding and completion of required improvements; • A collaborative parking plan with the City and adjacent venues, including the Civic Auditorium and Turtle Bay Exploration Park; and • Updated provisions addressing insurance, indemnification, environmental compliance (CEQA), and liability protections for the City. The lease reflects the mutual goals of supporting the RRA's mission, ensuring the long-term maintenance and enhancement of the Redding Rodeo Grounds, and maximizing community benefit from this unique venue. Environmental Review The lease itself does not constitute a "project" under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); however, specific future improvements proposed under the lease may be subject to CEQA review. The agreement includes compliance requirements to ensure that any applicable environmental regulations are addressed. Council Priority/City Manager Goals • Communication and Transparency — "Improve the quality of communication with the public and City employees to enhance knowledge and increase transparency to improve public trust." • Enhancing Quality of Life — Support community partnerships and facility improvements that enhance Redding's recreational and cultural opportunities. Attachments 'Redding Rodeo Lease Amendment 050625 Non -Binding Letter of Intent - 2024 - Redding Rodeo Association 1.10723 Redding Rodeo 1 st Amendment Staff Report with attachments 041916 Staff Report Redding Rodeo Association This Lease Amendment Agreement (the "Lease"), made and entered into as of this _ day of —, 2025, by and between the City of Redding, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "Lessor"), and the Redding Rodeo Association, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation (hereinafter referred to as "Lessee"). WITNESSETH WHEREAS, the Lessee has heretofore leased from the Lessor a parcel of real property, commonly known as the "Redding Rodeo Grounds," for an extended period of years, including extensions of prior lease agreements hereafter referred to as "Premise" or Premises"; and WHEREAS, the Lessee, during the terms of prior leases and extensions, made substantial improvements to the premises and has complied with the terms and conditions of said agreements; and WHEREAS, the Lessee now desires to amend and extend the lease agreement for a longer term to support ongoing and future improvements to the Rodeo Grounds and to further community engagement and increase use; and WHEREAS, the continued use of the subject property for rodeo and other equestrian or livestock -related activities is compatible with uses in the surrounding area and is deemed to be in the best interests of the City and its citizens; and WHEREAS, the Premise will consist of three different areas defined by identified use and time as depicted in the attached and labeled "Regular" "Event" and "Rodeo Week" Lease Areas; and WHEREAS, the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development has issued guidelines stating that leases greater than 15 years that do not include "development or demolition" are not "dispositions of surplus land" under the State's Surplus Land Act, and that the renovation of buildings that will be used for the "same use and purpose" do not constitute "development or demolition;" and WHEREAS, on October 3, 2024, the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development sent a determination that this lease is not subject to the Surplus Lands Act ("SLA"). NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions, and agreements set forth herein, the parties agree as follows: 11 Lessor, does herby grant, demise, and lease unto Lessee, subject to all of the conditions, covenants, terms, and agreements hereinafter set forth, those certain premises as the same are depicted on Exhibit A, Exhibit B and Exhibit C, attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes, fora term of 25 years, commencing on May 7, 2025, and expiring on May 7, 2050 the term of which is subject to the Lessee meeting the performance metrics outlined in Section 4 of this agreement. The Lessee shall have the option to extend the term for two additional I 0-year periods so long as the Lessee is in full compliance of this agreement. This Lease maybe ten-ninated without cause at an earlier date by either the Lessor or the Lessee upon giving written notice one (1) year in advance of its intentions and subject to the limitations in this Lease. Early Termination by Lessor shall entitle Lessee to just compensation for any major investment it has made within the Premise. Just compensation will be calculated as the actual cost of construction minus, subtracting therefrom the relative value of the portion of that improvement's useful life that Lessor had possession prior to termination, as amortized pursuant to standard accounting principles. A. Lessee shall pay to Lessor an annual rental fee of Fifty Dollars ($50.00), payable in advance on the first day of January of each year during the term of this Lease. A. Lessee shall use the premises solely for the conduct and operation of rodeos, horse shows, equestrian events, recreational and practice activities in connection with Lessee programs, and other community events (which need not be equestrian in nature). B. Lessor will increase the amount of community events held at the facility as compared to the period of 2016 to 2024. Said increases will be a regular topic of discussion at the required quarterly meetings identified in Section 4. C. Uses other than the annual Redding Rodeo event shall not interfere with the approved uses of other adjacent facilities, unless a mitigation plan is approved, in writing, by both parties. Where interference is likely (parking, traffic, noise and other such conditions), coordination with the other facilities must occur, at a minimum, during the quarterly meetings required by Section 4. In the event a conflict exists that cannot be mitigated, the proposed event must be modified, rescheduled or canceled by Lessee. D. Overnight recreational vehicle parking is prohibited except during Rodeo Week or as otherwise approved, in writing, by the Lessor. 2 A. Subject to extension on a day -for -day basis on account of Force Majeure Events or Lessor Delay, Lessee shall completely renovate or reconstruct the -Announcer's Booth and Private Boxes within ten (10) years of the Effective Date. B. Subject to extension on a day -for -day basis on account of Force Majeure Events or Lessor Delay, Lessee shall submit a set 60% complete engineered construction drawings, as determined by Lessee, for the replacement of the Main Grandstands within ten (10) years of the Effective Date with full construction to be completed within fifteen (15) years of the Effective Date. C. Lessee will participate in quarterly meetings scheduled by Lessor. Attendees of the quarterly meetings will include but may not be limited to, representatives of the Lessor, Lessee, Advance Redding (or other operator of the Civic Auditorium), Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Sheraton Hotel and other property owners and interested parties reasonably related to the Premises. D. Failure to meet any one of the above Performance Metrics may result in termination of the Lease at the sole discretion of the City Council of the City of Redding. Lessee is warned and hereby acknowledges that failure to meet the above performance metrics may subject Lessee to prevailing wage requirements for all work on the property, even if breach of contract is waived by action of the City. In the event of such failure and/or waiver, Lessee expressly agrees to comply with all prevailing wage requirements as required under applicable law. A. Lessee shall finance or otherwise fund and execute all capital improvements as noted in Section 4. The value of said improvements, in combination with rental payments in Section 2, shall serve as the consideration for the lease. B. All improvements considered in Section 4 (Main Grandstands, Announcer's Booth and Private Boxes) shall be completed in compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the State of California. C. In the construction of any further and additional improvements, or extensions and additions to existing improvements upon the premises, Lessee shall comply with all the provisions of the Redding Municipal Code and the State of California. D. All improvements of a substantial nature, inclusive of those in Section 4, which may change the character or otherwise effector modify the leased property in a substantial way must be pre -approved, in writing, by the Lessor, acting through its City Manager. Said improvements would include but not be limited to, fencing, major concrete work, underground utilities, structures, or any other work for which a building permit may be required under applicable law. 3 A. Lessor and Lessee shall collaborate with Advance Redding, Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the Sheraton Hotel to develop a comprehensive parking plan, The Parking Plan will be designed to: a. Ensure there is adequate parking for concurrent events at the various facilities, to the extent possible. b. Identify coordination requirements between all parties to avoid scheduling conflicts and to manage parking resources efficiently. c. Include guidelines for overflow parking and potential shared -use agreements between parties. d. Establish an ongoing coordination process to update the Parking Plan as needed. B. Every effort will be made to complete the Parking Plan within nine (9) months of the Effective Date of this Lease. C. Notwithstanding the above, Lessor reserves to itself the right to use the parking areas within the premises in conjunction with activities taking place in the Redding Civic Auditorium Center at all such times that such use will not unreasonably interfere with the use of the demised premises by the Lessee for the express purpose of Lessee' s use. In particular, (a) Lessor shall not schedule an event or events which use the Civic Auditorium facilities that require use of the parking area around the Rodeo Grounds during Rodeo Week, and (b)Lessor shall not schedule an event or events which use the Civic Auditorium facilities during the four days of Lessee' s Rodeo, and during one other two-day weekend, provided that Lessee's event, to be conducted on such weekend, is booked at least three months prior to the use date, coordinated and agreed to with the operator of the Civic Auditorium and provided further that such weekend date is not already scheduled for an event using the Civic Auditorium facilities. To provide additional parking to Lessee as necessary for Lessee's sponsored activities, Lessor licenses the use by Lessee of the parking areas of the Lessor located in the vicinity of the Civic Auditorium for use by Lessee as overflow parking areas during the Rodeo weekend, and for such other activities of Lessee which attract audiences in excess of the parking capacity within the demised premises. Except for the Rodeo weekend and one additional weekend provided for above, such use shall not interfere with scheduled uses of the Civic Auditorium and the parking needs generated thereby. Lessee shall not be required to make any payment to Lessor for holding the Civic Auditorium dark during the two events specified above. Lessee shall comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and all applicable environmental laws for all activities it undertakes. Lessee shall bear sole responsible for the costs of all environmental review and shall fully indemnify and defend the City against any legal challenges thereto. Lessee shall not, without previous consent in writing of Lessor, assign this Lease or any interest herein or underlet or sublet the whole or any part of said premises. Any purported assignment, either direct or by operation of law, or under of in pursuance of any order, judgment, decree or process of any Court, shall be wholly void and shall, at the option of Lessor, work a forfeiture of this Lease. The consent of the Lessor to the first or any other assignment shall be a consent to any subsequent assignment, but the prohibition against assignment without consent shall continue in force as against any assignee. Lessor shall have the right to maintain existing electric utility pole lines, sewer lines, and water lines and the rights of way for same as they now exist on said premises, and Lessor reserves the right to itself to use and establish such additional rights of way as may be necessary in the sole judgment of Lessor for such further sewer, water and electric utility purposes. Any language in this Lease to the contrary notwithstanding, the Lessee shall pay the cost of any extensions required to serve the premise with any utilities such as sewer, water, electricity or natural gas, and in addition thereto, the Lessee shall pay the cost for any utility services that are furnished to it as said Premises, including expressly sewer, water, electricity, natural gas, refuse collection, telephone or cable television. Lessee shall pay for all utilities used on the premises. IAV Lessee shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep and maintain said ground area, improvements and appurtenances, and every part thereof, in good and sanitary order, condition and repair, hereby waiving all right to make repairs at the expense of Lessor as provided in Section 1942 of Civil Code of the State of California, and all rights provided for by Section 1941 of said Civil Code. As an additional consideration for execution of this lease by the Lessor, the Lessee expressly agrees to maintain the premises and all improvements thereon during the entire term of this lease, unless terminated sooner with the consent of the Lessor, in as good condition as the premises are in at the conclusion of the construction of the improvements in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, reasonable wear and tear excepted. Such maintenance shall expressly include a regular and consistent program of repainting, renovation and prompt repair of any damaged portions of the improvements which the Lessee has installed. In the construction of any further and additional improvements, or extensions and additions to existing improvements upon the premises, Lessee shall comply with all the provisions of the Redding Municipal Code, and shall, in addition, first obtain written consent of Lessor as to the location, nature, and design of such proposed improvements before constructing or installing same. 5 [amen, Mm No building, structure of improvement of any kind shall be erected, placed upon, operated or maintained on the leased area, nor shall any business or operation be conducted or carried on therein or thereon in violation of any ordinance, law, statute, by law, order or rule of the governmental agency having jurisdiction there over. No unlawful activities shall be conducted on the premises. To the greatest extent allowed bylaw, Lessee shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless, Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, and agents, and each and every one of them, from and against all actions, damages, costs, liability, claims, losses, penalties and expenses including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney' s fees of the City Attorney or legal counsel retained by City, expert fees, litigation costs, and investigation costs) of every type and description to which any or all of them may be subjected by reason of, or in connection with, Lessee's use and/ or occupancy of the premises, except to the extent that they arise from Lessor's sole negligence or willful misconduct. The Lessee's obligation to defend, indemnify and hold harmless shall not be excused because of the Lessee's inability to evaluate liability. The Lessee shall respond within thirty (30) calendar days to the tender of any claim for defense and indemnity by the Lessor, unless this time has been extended in writing by the Lessor. The obligation to indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless set forth in this Section applies to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy Limits of said insurance policies do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by Lessee. The Lessee's responsibility for such defense and indemnity obligations shall survive the termination or completion of this agreement for the full period of time allowed by law. Lessor shall have the right to approve or disapprove the legal counsel retained by Lessee pursuant to this Section to represent Lessor's interests. Lessor shall be reimbursed for all costs and attorney' s fees incurred by Lessor in enforcing the obligations set forth in this Section. 15.1nsurance Lessee shall procure and maintain, for the term of this Lease, the following insurance: A. General Liability. Insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with Lessee's use and/ or occupancy of the premises. The cost of such insurance shall be borne by Lessee. a. Coverage shall be at least as broad as, with limits no less than: A i. Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence form CG 000 1) at not less than $ 5,000,000 per occurrence and $10,000,000 general aggregate for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. b. The general liability policy is to be endorsed to contain the following provisions: i. Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers are to be covered as insureds as respects liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of Lessee; products and completed operations of Lessee; premises owned, occupied or used by Lessee; or automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by Lessee. The coverage shall contain no special limitations of the scope of protection afforded to Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers. ii. Lessee' s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, and members of the Community Services Advisory Commission. Any insurance or self- insurance maintained by Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be in excess of Lessee' s insurance and shall not contribute with Lessee's insurance. iii. Lessee's insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer' s liability. B. Workers Compensation. a. Workers Compensation Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000. i. Worker's Compensation Insurance shall contain insurer's waiver of subrogation in favor of City, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers. C. Property Insurance. a. "All risk" insurance covering loss or damages to the Premises, all fixtures and improvements, and any other personal property of Lessor, in the amount of the full replacement value thereof, against all perils included within the classification of fire, extended coverage, vandalism, malicious mischief, and special extended perils. i. Lessor shall be the loss payee on said policy. Lessor shall receive and retain all insurance proceeds to the extent that they are not used to rebuild the Premises following an insured casualty. ii. "Full replacement value" be an amount mutually agreed by the parties or, if the parties do not agree, an amount determined by an insurer or appraiser chosen by the City after consultation with Lessee. Lessee shall notify Lessor of any event (such as completion of construction) that may increase the full replacement value and promptly obtain increased coverage as required. "Full replacement value" shall account for any prevailing wage requirements which may apply to replacement of insured improvements. The following shall apply to the above -listed insurance: A. Each insurance policy covered by this Lease shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be canceled by either party except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice has been given to Lessor. 7 B. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Bests' s rating of no less than A- VII and licensed to do business in the State of California. Lessee shall furnish Lessor with original endorsements effecting the coverages required by this Lease. The endorsements are to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All endorsements, deductibles and self- insured retentions are to be received and approved by Lessor's Risk Manager prior to the date the term commences and shall not reduce the limits of liability. C. Any deductibles or self -insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City. At the option of the City, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self - insured retentions as respects the City, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers; or the Contractor shall procure a bond guaranteeing'payment of losses and related investigations, claims administration and defense expenses. D. The policy shall provide that any self insured retention or deductible may be paid by the City, at its option. E. If any policy of insurance required by this Section is a "claims made" policy, pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure § 342 and Government Code § 945.6, Contractor shall keep said insurance in effect for a period of eighteen (18) months after the termination of this Contract. F. Lessor may increase or change the required insurance at any time in its sole discretion. Lessee expressly acknowledges that the limits of the required insurance are expected to increase over the life of this agreement in accordance with City's changing risk management needs and strategies. G. Lessee shall upload any policies, certificates of insurance, endorsements, or other documents required under this agreement through such software portals as the City provides. If any damage, including death, personal injury or property damage, occurs in connection with the performance of this Contract, Contractor shall immediately notify City's Risk Manager by telephone at (530) 225-4068. No later than three (3) calendar days after the event, Contractor shall submit a written report to City's Risk Manager containing the following information, as applicable: 1) name and address of injured or deceased person(s); 2) name and address of witnesses; 3) name and address of Contractor's insurance company; and 4) a detailed description of the damage and whether any City property was involved. Pursuant to Section 1781 of the Labor Code, Lessee is advised that maintenance and improvements required herein by Section 5 in excess of one thousand dollars ($ 1,000) in cost shall require the payment of prevailing wages. The prevailing wage of each job classification may be found by inquiry with the California Department of Industrial Relations. Lessee shall comply with all laws related to the performance of public work including, but not limited to, the employment of apprentices pursuant to Section 1777. 5 of the Labor Code, work day/ week hours and overtime rates pursuant to Sections 1813 and 1815 of the Labor Code and the obligation set forth in Sections 1774- 1776 of the Labor Code in regards to payment of prevailing wages and to provide the City of Redding and Department of Industrial Relations certified payrolls when required. A certified copy of all payroll records relative to this project shall be submitted to the City of Redding along with the related invoice. Receipt of certified payroll records is a prerequisite to receiving payment, 8 No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725. 5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. All contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records to the Labor Commissioner. This requirement applies to all public works projects, whether new or ongoing. Lessee is further advised that the work contemplated herein is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Lessee shall promptly pay any taxes assessed against its personal property, and any possessory interest tax levied by reason of their occupancy of the subject Premises and the improvements constructed. Lessee agrees to pay any and all taxes which may be levied and assessed against the Premises, in addition to the rental payments provided. Lessee is advised pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code § 107.6 that a possessory interest subject to taxation may be created by the grant of this Lease to Lessee. Lessor, in cooperation with the Lessee, will complete a comprehensive inspection of the Premises within forty-five (45) days of the Effective Date. The inspection will result in a mutually approved list and schedule for required repairs. Lessee, who is already in possession of the Premise, will be responsible for all repairs. Insofar as the same may be necessary for the protection of the Lessor's rights, the Lessor or its agents shall at any and all times have the right to go upon and inspect the ground area and improvements hereby leased and any and every structure or improvement erected or constructed or in the course of being erected or constructed, repaired, added to, rebuilt or restored thereon, and also to serve, or to post and to keep posted thereon, or on any part thereof Any notices proved in Section 1183. 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California, or any other section of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California, or any other notice or notices that may be at any time required or permitted by law. If Lessee shall be adjudged bankrupt, either by voluntary or involuntary proceeding, or should be subject of any proceedings to stay the enforcement of obligations against it in the form of reorganization or otherwise under and pursuant to any existing or future laws of the Congress of the United States, or if Lessee shall discontinue business or fail in business, or abandon or vacate said real property, or make an assignment for the benefit of creditors, or if said real property should come into possession and control of any trustee in bankruptcy, or if any receiver should be appointed in any action or proceeding with power to take charge, possession, control, or care 4 of said property, Lessor shall have the option to forthwith terminate this Lease agreement, and re- enter the property and take possession thereof. In no event shall this Lease agreement be deemed an asset of Lessee after adjudication in bankruptcy. Lessee shall have the privilege to refuse> service to any person or persons for just` cause in relation to its activities upon the premises, but Lessee shall not discriminate in such activities upon the premises as are open to public participation either as a spectator, entrant, or other participant, by virtue of race, color, creed, sex, age, or national origin. RMLIVAIUM - Upon written notice from Lessor to Lessee that Lessee is committing a material breach of a term or condition of this lease, the Lessee shall forthwith cure such breach. Lessee's right to cure must be completed within the following timeframes: (i) no later than ninety (90) calendar days after Lessee's receipt of Lessor's Notice of Default, if the default is reasonably capable of being cured within such period of time; or (ii) if the default is not reasonably capable of being cured within such 90-day period, and Lessee (aa) initiates corrective action within said period and (bb) diligently and in good faith works to effect a cure as soon as reasonably possible, then Lessee shall have such additional time as is reasonably necessary to cure the default but in no event longer than one hundred and eighty (180) days after Lessee's receipt of the Notice of Default. In the event that such Lessee Default is not cured by Lessee by the expiration of the applicable timeframe set forth above, Lessor shall have the right to enter and take over the premises and exclude Lessee therefrom. This right shall be in addition to any and all other rights possessed by the Lessor under the laws of the State of California relating to landlord and tenant. Lessee shall not commit nor permit to be committed any waste upon the premises, nor any nuisance or other act or thing which may disturb the quiet enjoyment or use of adjoining parcels by others. W= No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy of Lessor on any default by Lessee shall impair such a right or remedy or be construed as a waiver. The receipt and acceptance by Lessor of delinquent rent shall not constitute a waiver of any other default; it shall constitute a waiver of timely payment of the particular rent payment involved. No act or conduct of Lessor, including, without limitation, the acceptance of the keys to the Premises or the combination to any combination locks on the premises, shall constitute an acceptance of the surrender of the premises by Lessee before the expiration of the term or extension of the term of this Lease Agreement. Only a notice from Lessor to Lessee shall constitute acceptance of the surrender of the premises and accomplish a termination of this Lease Agreement. Lessor' s consent to or approval of any act by Lessee requiring Lessor's consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or render unnecessary Lessor's consent to or approval of any subsequent act by Lessee. 10 Any waiver by Lessor or any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Lease Agreement. Whenever Lessee is required to secure the approval or consent of Lessor under this Lease Agreement, " Lessor" shall mean the City Manager of the City of Redding. The City Manager shall have the right to provide any notices required by, contemplated by, or in pertinent to this agreement short of termination. mr3rurrorIffff TIMINT1111T. in This Lease Agreement, which includes all exhibits attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein, contains all the representations and the entire understanding and agreement between the parties pertaining to the Premises or any other matters connected therewith. This Lease Agreement shall not be altered, amended or modified except by a writing signed by Lessor and Lessee. In any dispute between Lessor and Lessee, whether or not resulting in litigation, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover from the other party all reasonable costs, including without limitation, reasonable attorney' s fees and experts' fees. " Prevailing party" shall include without limitation, a party who dismisses an action for specific performance or for damages in exchange for sums allegedly due, performance for covenants allegedly breached or consideration substantially equal to the relief sought in the action, or which receives from the other party, in connection with any dispute, performance substantially equivalent to any of these. No sum for attorney fees shall be included in calculating the amount of a judgment for purposes of deciding whether a party is entitled to its costs or attorney fees. In the event any covenant, condition, or provision herein contained is held invalid by any Court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of the same shall in no way effect any other covenant, condition, or provision herein contain, provided that the validity of any such covenant, condition or provision does not materially prejudice either Lessor or Lessee in their respective rights and obligations contained in the valid covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Lease Agreement. In the event the premises shall be appropriated or taken under the power of eminent domain by any public or quasi authority, the Lease Agreement shall terminate and expire as of the date of such taking, and the Lessee shall thereupon be released from any liability thereafter accruing under this Lease Agreement. 11 All notices and other communications authorized or required under this Lease Agreement shall be in writing and shall be given by (a) personal delivery, (b) mailing by certified mail or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, or United States express mail, or (c) delivery by commercially recognized courier service. Any such notice or other communication shall be deemed to have been given on the date of delivery or refusal to accept delivery if addressed as follows: If to Lessor: CITY OF REDDING Attn: City Manager 777 Cypress Avenue Redding California, 96049-6071 If to- Lessee: THE REDDING RODEO ASSOCIATION Attn: Ted Bambino, President P.O. Box 992048 Redding CA 96099-2048 (with a copy to) Reese, Smalley, Wiseman & Schweitzer, LLP Attention: Daniel S. Mehr, esq. 1265 Willis Street Redding, CA 96001 (530) 241-1611 email: dan.mehr@rswslaw.com Subject to the provisions in this Lease Agreement respecting assignment or subletting, all covenants, terms and conditions in this Lease Agreement shall extend to and bind the successors, heirs, and assigns of the respective parties to this Lease Agreement. If either party's performance of any required act under this Lease is prevented, hindered, delayed, or stopped due to trade embargoes or sanctions; strikes, lockouts, or labor disputes; 12 material acts of God (such as earthquakes, floods, Severe Weather, as defined in this section, or other natural disasters); industry -wide inability to obtain services, labor, or materials or reasonable substitutes for those items; extraordinary governmental restrictions, laws, regulations, controls, requirements, decrees, mandates, or orders (including, without limitation, those requiring individuals to "shelter in place," "stay at home," and/or otherwise quarantine, or requiring retail businesses to close or be limited in operations); judicial orders; governmental action or inaction (including failure, refusal, or delay in issuing permits or other approvals provided that the failure, refusal, or delay is not due to the action or inaction of the claiming party); enemy or hostile governmental action; war; terrorism; riots; civil commotion; unforeseeable delays, failures, or interruptions of utility services; fire or other casualty; or any other similar causes (except financial causes such as a party's inability to fulfill any monetary obligations under the Lease) beyond the reasonable control of the party obligated to perform the act (each, an event of Force Majeure), then the party's performance of any such act will be excused for the period of the prevention, hindrance, delay, or stoppage, and the period for performance of the act will be extended for a period equal to the period of the prevention, hindrance, delay, or stoppage. Changes to tariff rates, by themselves, shall not be considered a Force Majeure event. 32. Mortgages A. No Subordination of Fee Estate. The Fee Estate and Lessor's interest under this Lease shall not be subordinate to any Leasehold Mortgage. No Leasehold Mortgage or other financing document shall provide any right for anyone to: (i) foreclose on the Fee Estate (including without limitation any right to receive deed -in -lieu of foreclosure with respect to the Fee Estate), (ii) acquire the Fee Estate by any means, or (iii) otherwise encumber the Fee Estate. B. No Consent. Notwithstanding anything in this Lease to the contrary, Lessee shall have the right to execute and deliver to institutional lenders leasehold mortgage(s) encumbering this Lease and the leasehold estate at any time and from time to time during the Term. This Lease may be executed in counterparts, Nothing in this Lease shall be deemed to confer upon any Person (other than Lessor, Lessee or Leasehold Mortgagees) any right to insist upon, or to enforce against Lessor or Lessee, the performance or observance by either party of its obligations under this Lease. If at any time a dispute shall arise as to the amount of any payment to be made by one party to the other under this Lease, then the party against whom the obligation to pay is asserted shall have the right to make payment "under protest. Such payment shall not be regarded as a voluntary payment. The party making the payment shall continue to have the right to institute 13 suit for recovery of such sum. To the extent that it shall be determined that the party making the payment under protest was not required to make such payment, such party shall be entitled to recover such sum or so much of such sum as such party was not legally required to pay pursuant to this Lease, together with interest on such overpayment at the Prime Rate. 36. Governing Law. This Lease and its interpretation and performance shall be governed, construed and regulated by the laws of the State, without regard to principles of conflict of laws, and the forum for all disputes arising hereunder shall be Shasta County, California. 37. Certified Access Specialist This Section is intended to comply with the terms of California Civil Code Section 1938 which provides that a commercial property owner or lessor shall state on every lease form or rental agreement executed on or after January 1, 2017, whether the property being leased or rented has undergone inspection by a Certified Access Specialist ("CASp"), and, if so, whether the property has or has not been determined to meet all applicable construction- related accessibility standards pursuant to California Civil Code Section 55.53. As required by section 1938: A CASp can inspect the subject premises and determine whether the subject premises comply with all of the applicable construction -related accessibility standards under state law. Although state law does not require a CASp inspection of the subject premises, the commercial property owner or lessor may not prohibit the lessee or tenant from obtaining a CASp inspection of the subject premises for the occupancy or potential occupancy of the lessee or tenant, if requested by the lessee or tenant. The parties shall mutually agree on the arrangements for the time and manner of the CASp inspection, the payment of the fee for the CASp inspection, and the cost of making any repairs necessary to correct violations of construction -related accessibility standards within the premises. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1938, Lessor hereby advises Lessee that the Premises has not undergone an inspection by a CASp. The parties agree that Lessee, who has been in sole and continuous possession of the property since before the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Fair Employment and Housing Act, may order any CASp inspections at the time and manner of its choosing. Lessee, however, shall bear sole responsibility for the fees from any inspections it orders. Lessor may, at its own expense, order CASp inspections pursuant to its inspection rights under paragraph 18. The cost of any repairs necessary to correction violations of construction -related accessibility standards shall be the sole responsibility of Lessee, regardless of which party orders the inspection. 14 1. Exhibit A: Rodeo Grounds Regular Lease Area. 2. Exhibit B: Rodeo Grounds Event Lease Area. 3. Exhibit C: Rodeo Grounds Rodeo Week Lease Area IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Lease Agreement as of the date first above written. City of Redding By: Name: Jack Munns Title: Mayor Date: Reddin tod q soition By: Name: fed Bambino Title: President Date: 15 Form Approved Christian Curts City Att 1!11!111 L"d I AK OL I 0 54100 200 Feet I Z So 5 mams liq :llvlplq�llllil; 0 50100 200 Feet 4111 a •slid Q 50100 200 Feet •'�� +� its •�� Non -Binding Letter of Intent Between the City of Redding and the Redding Rodeo Association This Letter of Intent (1,01) outlines the preliminary understanding between the City of Redding ("City") and the Redding Rodeo Association ("RRA") with respect to the negotiation of an amended lease agreement for the Redding Rodeo Grounds, located in Redding, California as shown on Exhibit A. The terms of this LOI are non -binding and are intended to serve as a basis for further discussions and negotiations. 1) Lease Term a) The City and the RRA intend to enter into a lease agreement amendment with a primary term of 25 years, with options for two 10-year extensions, provided the RRA meets specified performance metrics. 2) Performance Metrics a) The RRA agrees to meet the following performance milestones: i) Announcer's Booth and Private Boxes: The RRA will secure funding and complete the renovation or construction of the announcer's booth and private boxes by the end of year 10 of the amended lease. Estimated value is $3.5 million. ii) Main Grandstands: The RRA will produce 60% complete engineered construction drawings for the replacement of the existing grandstands by the end of year 10 of the amended lease. iii) Main Grandstands: Construction will be complete for the replacement Grandstands by the end of year 15 of the amended lease. Estimated value is $8 million. iv) Failure to complete either of the above will be grounds for lease termination at the sole discretion of the City Council. 3) Community Engagement and Events a) The RRA will continue to host the annual Redding Rodeo and collaborate with the City to host additional community events at the Rodeo Grounds. b) Both parties will work together to expand the use of the grounds for community events, ensuring alignment with other local venues such as the Civic Auditorium and Turtle Bay Exploration Park. 4) Consideration and Payments a) The RRA seeks to maintain the existing lease payment of $50 per year. In consideration of the City's/community's interest, the RRA will complete the above -mentioned improvements, will commit to additional community events, and facilitate additional improvements all intended to enhance the value of the lease to the public. b) Prevailing wage requirements for capital improvements will be identified in the lease agreement and the RRA agrees to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 5) Capital Improvements and Financing a) The RRA plans to finance and execute renovations including, but not limited to, the grandstands, announcer's booth, private boxes, and clubhouse improvements. b) The City may require the RRA to provide financial documentation to verify its ability to finance improvements and perform proper maintenance. c) In the event the City reclaims the lease, without cause, a reimbursement clause will be included to address reimbursement of capital investments made by the RRA inclusive of any dept incurred by RRA. Appr,-_�Ve_A HIV112-02-If Non -Binding Letter of Intent November 19, 2024 Between the City of Redding and the Redding Rodeo Association Page 2 of 3 6) Grant and Investment Opportunities a) Both parties will explore grant opportunities and other funding mechanisms for improving the Rodeo Grounds, with future investment language incorporated into the final lease amendment to ensure proper allocation and management of grant funds. 7) Parking Plan and Coordination a) The City, the RRA, Advance Redding, and Turtle Bay Exploration Park will collaborate on a comprehensive Parking Plan for the Rodeo Grounds and adjacent areas. The plan will ensure: i) Adequate parking for concurrent events at the Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, and Turtle Bay Exploration Park. ii) Identify coordination requirements between all parties to avoid scheduling conflicts and to manage parking resources efficiently. iii) The plan will include guidelines for overflow parking and potential shared -use agreements between the interested patties. iv) Regular meetings will be held to review and update the Parking Plan, and event schedules. v) The Parking Plan development will begin upon execution of the amended lease and good faith efforts from both parties with the intent of completing the Parking Plan by December 2025, 8) Maintenance Responsibilities a) The RRA will be responsible for all maintenance of the Rodeo Grounds and will ensure the day to day and long-term maintenance will be scheduled and completed in a manner acceptable to the City. b) The City will conduct annual maintenance reviews and walkthroughs to assess the condition of the grounds and ensure that all required improvements are progressing. c) The City will conduct a comprehensive maintenance review in cooperation with the RRA within 45 days of the amendment execution and a mutually approved report will be generated with a schedule of required repairs. 9) Insurance and Liability a) The RRA will maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability, property damage, and worker's compensation insurance, for the duration of the lease. b) The City will be listed as an additional insured on all relevant insurance policies. c) The RRA will agree to indemnify and hold the City harmless from any liability arising from actions related to the Rodeo Grounds. d) The lease will more clearly define insurance requirements for both parties for other events such as the fourth of July and Kool April Nites. 10) Environmental and Permitting Compliance a) The RRA will timely secure all necessary permits for any renovations or improvements to the Rodeo Grounds such that the performance metrics are not delayed. b) Both parties agree to comply with CEQA and all other applicable environmental regulations. 11) A schedule for securing the necessary permits will be developed by a date certain as defined in the lease agreement. Non -Binding Letter of Intent November 19, 2024 Between the City of Redding and the Redding Rodeo Association Page 3 of 3 12) Surplus Land Act (SLA) Considerations a) Both parties agree that the lease renewal does not trigger the Surplus Land Act (SLA), as the lease does not involve new development or demolition. The lease will proceed without the need for land disposition under the SLA. b) Both parties agree that any changes in plans by the RRA relative to improvements could require a reassessment of the Surplus Land Act requirements. 13) Communication and Conflict Resolution a) Regular quarterly meetings will be held to facilitate communication and address any concerns that may arise. b) In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to engage in mediation before pursuing any legal action. 14) Public Communications and Messaging a) Both the City and the RRA agree that any public communications regarding the lease, during negotiations, will be mutually agreed upon. b) A communication strategy will be developed to ensure consistent messaging when information is shared with the public. 15) Future Discussions a) The parties agree to continue discussions on the following items, which will be incorporated into the final lease agreement: i) Coordination with the final Redding Riverfront Specific Plan (RRSP). ii) Identification of proper and correct lease boundaries. iii) Grant limitations and requirements for future projects. iv) The number and types of additional community events that the Rodeo Grounds will be available. v) Consideration of the future Parking Structure and or event center and and the potential impacts on the lease. 16) Good Faith Negotiations a) The City and the RRA agree to negotiate in good faith to reach a mutually acceptable lease agreement based on the terms of this LOI. Both parties recognize that this LOI is non -binding and intended solely ra—sa—Vasp—AgeWgFffi�" qf t�hefutre amended l§%,qFST- City of Redding Tenessa Audettayor Redding Rode ociatio Ted Bambino, President Date: Date: I lov, 9 0 C IT Y OF KI r"t ER E vu*& Num" I N G I C A L I F 0 R N I A 44HWAWMNW V CITY OF REDDING MEETING DATE: November 7, 2023 FROM: Barry Tippin, City Manager ITEM NO. 9.1(a) ***APPROVED BY*** btippin@cityofredding.org IW31/� �arippin, C 1023 y btippinkcityofredding.or g SUBJECT: 9. 1 (a) --Consider Redding Rodeo Association's lease extension request. Recommendation Accept the report and consider amending the Lease Agreement (C-141) approving a three-year lease extension to August 1, 2029, with an updated construction schedule as requested by the Redding Rodeo Association; and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment and any additional documentation as required to complete the transaction. Fiscal Impact I There is no fiscal impact in extending this Lease Agreement (Lease). Alternative Action The City Council could choose to not approve the First Amendment to the Lease and provide alternative direction to staff. In 2016, the City of Redding (City) and the Redding Rodeo Association entered into a lease for the use of property, commonly known as the Redding Rodeo Grounds for a ten-year term expiring on July 31, 2026. The Redding Rodeo Association notified the City via a letter dated September 27, 2023, of its desire to extend the current lease by three years, extending the expiration date to August 1, 2029. As indicated and determined through additional conversations the purpose of the requested three- year extension is to allow for the completion of the in -progress Redding Riverfront Specific Plan update and to provide for sufficient time to justify some immediate upgrades needed at the rodeo grounds. Additionally, the current lease includes Exhibit C, detailing required improvements to the rodeo grounds and the expected timing of the improvements. This amendment includes an updated Exhibit C. Report to Redding City Council October 31, 2023 •. • (a) --Redding Rodeo Association Lease Extension Page 2 The City Attorney has approved as to form the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement. This action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act, and no further action is required. Council PrioritylCity Manager Goals This is a routine item. "][bedding Rodeo Association Lease Extension Request 'Redding Rodeo Association I st Amendment C- 141 Redding Rodeo Association Lease Staff Report04192016 Redding Rodeo Association Lease C-141 September 27, 2023 Mayor Michael Dacquisto Redding City Council Members 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96001 Honorable Mayor and City Council Members, The Redding Rodeo Association is formally requesting an extension of the current lease which commenced August 1, 2016 with a 10 year term. We are asking for a 5-year extension with the start date of August 1, 2024. The Redding Rodeo Association is unable to, in good conscience, invest the necessary resources to make improvements needed to the rodeo grounds before the 2024 Redding Rodeo without an extension. As a non-profit corporation we have a legal fiduciary duty to spend the funds raised through rodeo, grants and other fundraising initiatives in a responsible manner. We believe putting Redding Rodeo funds into the rodeo grounds without an extension with less than 3 years left on the lease term is irresponsible. As we work toward the next 75 years we need to use our funds wisely to support our mission of supporting the community and producing a world -class rodeo. We are proud of the fact that the Redding Rodeo Association pays all of the expenses to maintain the grounds. As the grounds need considerable upgrades — some immediate — and a long-term plan, we are unable to do either without a short- term lease extension to get through the many issues surrounding a longer term lease. P.O. Box 992048 • Redding, California 96099 Redding Rodeo Extension reques"i Page Two While we are asking for a 5-year extension currently, the Redding Rodeo Association is making plans for the future, and fully Intends to ask for a long-term lease. The Redding Rodeo Association membership strongly believes that the Redding Rodeo should remain in the historic home of 7S years where it sits today. We are very grateful for the public support of not only the Redding Rodeo, but also preserving the historic use of the rodeo grounds. We believe the Redding Rodeo, powered by volunteers, is a huge asset to the City of Redding and surrounding communities, With an estimated economic impact ranging from $8 - $10 million, world -class rodeo competition nationally televised and unlimited support of the community through non -profits we feel that housing the Redding Rodeo grounds on its current home is an excellent use of public •land. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you have regarding this request. Bennett Gooch FIRST A 5E--AX4UA EMEAT171TA REDDING RODEO ASSOCIATION (C-141) The Lease (C-141) dated April 20, 2016, between the City of Redding, California ("Lessor"), a municipal corporation, and the Redding Rodeo Association ("Lessee") is amended as follows: Section I is amended to read in its entirety as follows: Lessor, for and in consideration of the covenants, conditions, agreements, and all amendments thereto, herein set forth to be kept and performed by Lessee, does hereby grant, demise, and lease unto Lessee, subject to all the conditions, covenants, terms and agreements hereinafter set forth, those certain premises as the same are described in Exhibit A and depicted on Exhibit B, attached and incorporated herein. The term of the Lease shall commence on August 1, 2016, and shall terminate on August 1, 2029, unless earlier terminated for cause or without case upon giving no less than one (1) year's written notice to the other party, The Exhibit C attached to this Amendment shall replace in its entirety the Exhibit C attached to the Lease (C-141) dated August 20, 2016. All other terms and conditions of the Lease (C-141) dated August 20, 2016, shall remain in full force and effect. The date of this Amendment shall be the date that it is signed by the Lessor. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Lessor and Lessee have executed this Amendment on the days and year set forth below: Dated: 92023 MICHAEL DACQUISTO, Mayor Xi-17K%7TCJ-7CS` BARRY E. DeWALT City Attorney 10im"114F N, DATED: 2023 By: Chair Pat -lea+ on RAI �I PROJECT 1. Replacement of the existing pedestrian ramp at the South end of the main grandstand with a ramp designated to meet the 2013 CBC standards has been completed. PROJECT 2. Replacement of the existing pedestrian ramp at the North end of the main grandstand with a ramp designated to meet the 2022 CBC standards shall be completed by January 1, 2025. PROJECT 3. Construction of a new contestant hospitality/production room is on hold until a long-term lease is secured. The accessible parking for the existing ticket office designated to meet the 2017 CBC standards has been completed. PROJECT 4. Construction of an accessible entrance and path of travel to service Box Seats I - 10 and the general admission section is on hold due to the fact that there are no general admission seats in this section as they were demolished and accessible seating is available in the main stadium area. PROJECT 5. Construction of an accessible parking stall and path of travel into the Rodeo Flats seating area designed to meet the 2022 CBC standards shall be completed by February 1, 2024. PROJECT 6. Construction of accessible access to the Buckaroo Seating area above the Bucking Chutes is on hold as the area needs to be reconstructed, and a long-term lease is required to justify the expense. PROJECT 7. Construction of the accessible entrance into the existing Redding Rodeo Association Clubhouse shall be completed by February 1, 2024. R CITY OF REDDING REPORT TO REDDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: April 19, 2016 FROM: Kim Niemer, Community ITEM NO. 4.6(c) Services Director [C-070-1 OO/C-050-560] ,SUBJECT: 4.6(c)--Redding Rodeo Association Lease for the Redding Rodeo Grounds ***APPROVED BY*** rvices inoctor 4 7,,—') 0 16 lgtarn, Cit" im I'll It r. nim it I'll Recommendation 4/1 Approve a 10-year lease (C-141) of the Redding Rodeo Grounds with the Redding Rodeo Association (RRA), with a term expiring July 31, 2026. At its March 9, 2016, meeting, the Community Services Advisory Commission voted to recommend a new 10-year lease of the Redding Rodeo Grounds with the Redding Rodeo Association. The Redding Rodeo Association has leased the Rodeo Grounds from the City of Redding for 67 years. The current extension expires on July 31, 2016, and while the current term allows for five (5) one-year extensions, the Redding Rodeo Association requested a new lease with a ten (10) year term. The following are the main changes from the current lease: 1. Ten-year term. The lease may be terminated at an earlier date by either party with one (1) year written notice. 2. The lease area has been reduced to accommodate plans for a new road alignment to the boat ramp. 3, An updated list of improvement projects has been included with the lease. All other tenns and conditions remain the same as the current lease. Issue Should Council approve the new lease with the Redding Rodeo Association for the Redding Rodeo Grounds? I Packet Pa. $04 Report to Redding City Council April 13,2016 Re: 4.6(c)--Redding Rodeo Association Lease for the Redding Rodeo Grounds Page 2 Alternatives, Implication of Alternatives I Approve the lease. This alternative will allow the Redding Rodeo Association to continue use of the facility for the Redding Rodeo as well as other equestrian events. I Decline to approve the lease, This alternative would require the Redding Association to find a new facility to continue its operations including the Redding Rodeo. 3. Provide staff with alternative direction. Fiscal Iinpact The annual lease payment is $50. There is no fiscal impact from this lease. The Redding Rodeo Association has been a good tenant for the Rodeo Grounds and continues to make improvements to the facilities, This lease extension will allow the RRA to continue to hold the Redding Rodeo, a signature event for the City, as well as many other equestrian -related events for the community's involvement and enjoyment. Attachments: Lease Agreement (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit A (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit B (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit C (available online) N 0 0 0 0 0 V 0 E 0 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK PAMELA MIZE, CITY CLERK TERF-sA RUDOLPH, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK 530.225.4447 530.225.4463 FAX OEM ripillp, -4 C-141 ���Agr By Re 4439. CITY OF REDDING 777 CYPREss AVENUE, REDDING, CA 96001 m .1 1 lakilmmiulaw CITY OF REDDING 777 CYPRcss AvENUE, REDDING, CA 96001 RO, Box 49607 1, REDmNG, CA 96049-6071 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK PAMELA MIZE, 0TY CLERK TERESA RuDOLPH, ASSISTANT 0rY CLERK 530,224447 530,225.4463 FAX 10m MWAAWattoll Attention: P 1W -2048 — Su ect: Ixase (C-1,41) Enclosed is afully executed Rodeo Association for the le The Lease was approved by the If you have any questions regarding this City Clerk's office at (530) 225-4044. enclosure c: Michele Davis, Community Services �tween the City of Redding and the Redding to as the Redding Rodeo Grounds. Mtn April 19, 2016, we can be, of assistance, please contact the Teresa Rudolph THE LEASE, made and entered into on this day of �r �. 016 by and between the CITY OF REDDING*,Lessor"), a municipal corporation, and the Redding ode Association ("l-essee"). WITNE SETH. WHEREAS, the Lessee has heretofore leased from they Lessor a parcel of real property, commonly known as the "Redding Rodeo Grounds". for a total period of 67 years, including extensions of said Lease, expiring era July 31, 2016, and WHEREAS, the em s , ? ring the terms of the prior Leases and Extensions, has made and constructed many, irmprovernerits t pon the premises and has continued to keep the terms and conditions of said Leases and Extensions, and now desires a further extension of said Lease for an additional ten year term, and WHEREAS, the continued use of the subject property for rodeo and other horse and livestock activities is compatible with uses in the surrounding area, and is deemed to be in the best interests of the City and its citizens, NOW. THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS, FOLLOWS: WS Lessor; for and in consideration of the, covenants, amendments thereto, herein set forth to be kept and I grant, dernise, and lease unto Le , subject to all of and agreements hereinafter set forth, those rt ain mtn Exhibit A and depicted on Exhibit F, attached hereto purposes, for a term of tO years, commencing oil Augu: may be terminated without cause at an earlier date by upon giving written notice one (1) year in advance of its ans, agreements, and all d by Lessee, does herby bons, covenants, terms the same are described in corporated herein for all 16, exmpt that this Lease the Lessor or the 1&ssee Lessee shall pay to Lessor ground rental of Fifty Dollars (' 5tJ;tlt)) per year; payable in advance first day of January in each and every year during the terra of this Lease, commencing oil January 1, 2017 3. USE OF PREMISES That the leased premises shall be used by Lessee solely for the conduct and operation of rodeos, horse shows and other entertainment activities incidental to such operations and for the use of such Lessee and its members for recreational and practice activities in connection with their horsemanship prograrn. Before any additional and supplemental activities may be engaged in, the Lessee shall obtain the express written consent of Lessor, Overnight recreational vehicle parking is not permitted except during Rodeo Week or equestrian related events. 4. SUBLE17ING OF THE PREMISES Lessee shall 00t, WfthOut ptevious consent in writing of Lessor, assign this Lease or any interest herein or underlet or sublet the whole or any part of said premises. An'Y purported assignment, eitherdi4va or by operation of law, or under of in pursuance of any order, judgment, decree or process of any Court, shall be wholly void and shall, at the option, of Lessor, work as forfeiture of this Lease. 'rhe consent of the Lessor to the first or any ofher assignment shall be as consent to any subsequent assignment, but the prohibition against assignment without consent shall continue in force as against any assignee. The City Council of Lessor may permit as temporary underletting or subletting of the whole or any part of saidpremises, when, an underletting or subletting has been submitted to the Lessee and disapproved by Lessee. Such permission by the City Council of Lessor shall require as finding by as four-fiftfts vote of its members , that the public interest requires such underletting or subletting, , d, �s an hall establish the terms and conditions on which such underletting or subletting 4,e permitted whib will interfere with the use of said premises by Lessee for as scheduled ma or cacti viity, or without conditions being attached thereunder which will protect the improverneMS and property of Lessee, and any such permission shall include previsions Ithat, hold Lessee and its members tree and harmless from any public liability arising from the use of the, property or improvements of Lessee, and in any event, such permitted subletting shall not ineJude the use of the clubhouse of Lessee. 5. RESERVATION OF USE FOR RIGHTOF' Upon fourteen days notice to Lessee, Lessor hereby reserves as right of way for the use of itself and all other persons for purposes of passage and travel over the premises which shall, at all times, permit access to the launching ramp and other facilities on and along the South bank of the Sacramento River frog the southwesterly portion of the premises, at such times access to these facilities are not accessible from the southeasterly side of the premises. 6. 9 H 9. RIGHTS OF WAY AND MAINTENANCE OF UTILITY LINES Lessor shall have the right to maintain existing electric utility pole lines, sewer lines, and water lines and the rights of way for same as they now exist on said premises, and Lessor reserves the right to itself to use and establish such additional rights of way as may be ,necessary in the sole judgment of Lessor for such further sewer, water and electric utility MAN= Any language in this Lease to the contrary notwithstanding, the Lessee shall pay the cost of any extensions reqvired to serve the premise with any utilities such as sewer, water., electricity or nato gas, W in addition thereto, the Lessee shall pay the cost for any utility servi"—s that are furnished to it as said premises, including expressly sewer, water, electricity, natural gas, refuse collection, telephone or cable television. BEINERMI, Lessee shall, at its sole cost inid expense, keep and maintain said ground area, improvements and, appurteamwes, and every part thereof, in good and sanitary order, condition and repair, hereby waiving all right to make repairs at the expense of Lessor as provided in Section 194:2 of Civil Code of the State of California, and all rights provided for by Section 1941 of said Civil Code, As an additional consideration for executiot of thil expressly agrees to maintain the premiw—s, and all irnpr, term of this lease, unless terminated sWaer with the condition as the premises are in at the conclusion of thi in accordance with the approved plans and specifi( excepted. Such maintenance shall expressly include at repainting, renovation and prompt repair of any daunti which the Lessee has installed. IMPROVEMENTS by the Lessor, the Lessee its thereon during the entire t of the Lessor, in as good uction of the improvements reasonable wear and tear r and consistent program of A. In the construction of any further and additional improvements, or extensions and additions to existing improvements upon the premises, Lessee shall comply with all the provisions of the Redding Municipal Code, and shall, in addition, first obtain written consent of Lessor as to the location, nature, and design of such proposed improvements before constructing or installing same. B. Lessee, at its sole cost and expense, shall construct the improvements set forth in Exhibit C, attached and incorporated herein. IF COOPERATIVE USE OF PARKING FACILITIFS Lessen reserves to itself the right to use the parking areas within the premises in conjunction with activities taking place in the Redding Civic Auditorium Center at all such times that such use will not unreasonably interfere with tire use of the demised premises by the Lessee for the express purpose of Lessees use. In particular, (a) Lessor shall not schedule an event or events which use the Civic Auditorium facilities that require use of the parking area around the Rodeo Grounds during Rodeo Week, and (b) Lessor shall not schedule an event or events which use the Civic Auditorium facilities during the four days of Lessee's Rodeo, and during one other two-day weekend, provided that Lessee's event, to be conducted oil such weekend, is booked at least six months prior to the use date, our provided further that such weekend date is not already scheduled for an event usiag the Civic Auditorium facilities. To provide additional parking to Lessee as necessary I for Lessee's spotwored activities, Lessor licenses the use by Lessee of the parking areas of the Lessor Imled in the vicinity of the Civic Auditorium for use by Lessee as overflow parking areas during the Rodeo weekend, and for such other activities of Lessee which attract audiences in excess of the parking capacity within the demised premisesi Except for the Rodeo weekend and one additional weekend provided for above, such use Shall not interfere with scheduled uses of the Civic Auditorium and the parking needs generated thereby, Le shall not be required to make any payment to Lessor for holding the Civic Auditorium dark during the two events specified above. UNLAWFULUSE No building, structure operated or maintained on the le conducted or carried on therein or I law, order or rule of the governmen 11 14OLD HARMLESS Of Itray kind shall be erected, placed upon, va, nor shall, any business or operation be it, violation off' tiny ordinance, law, statute, by- cy having, jurisdict iolt thereover. A. Lessee shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harinle.%, Lessor; its elected officials, officers, employees, and agents, and each and every one of them, from and against all actions, damages, costs, liability, Claims, losses, penalties and expenses (including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees ol'the City Attorney or legal counsel retained by City, expert fees, litigation costs, and investigation costs) of every type and description to which any or all of them may be subjected jeered by reason of', or in connection with. Lessee*s use and/or occupancy of the premises, B. The Lessee's obligation to del'end, indemnify and hold harmless shall not be excused because of the Lessee's Inability to evaluate liability. The Lessee shall respond within thirty (30) calendar days to the tender of any claim for defense and indemnity by the Lessor, unless this time has been extended in writing by the Lessor, W C. The obligation to indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless set forth in this Section applies to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits of said insurance policies do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by Lessee. D. The Lessee*s responsibility for such defense and indemnity obligations shall survive the termination or completion of this agreement for the full period of time allowed by law E. Lessor shall have the right to approve or disapprove the legal counsel retained by pursuant to this Section to represent Lessor's interests. Lessor shall be reimbursed for all costs and attorney' des incurred by Lessor in enforcing the obligations set forth in this Section. Lessee hall procure and maintain, for the term of this Lease, insurance against claims for injuries topersons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with Lessee's use atxVor occupatwy of thepreprises, The cost of such insurance shall be home by Lessee. A. Coverage shall beat Least as Insurance Services Offic form CCU 0001), at $5,00 and property damage. If with as general ap ,gregate the required occurrence It later date, ith limits no less than: x: , i'al General Liability coverage (occurrence occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury ial General Liability Insurance or other form ed, the general aggr&ate limit shall be twice )r reserves the rift to increase the limits at as B, The general liability policy is to be endorsed to 1) Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees,,agents and volunteers are to be Covered as insureds as respects liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of Lessee; products and completed operations of Lessee; premises owned, occupied or used by Lessee: or automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by Lessee. The coverage shalt contain no special limitations of the scope of protection afforded to Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, and members of the Community Services Advisory Commission. 2) Lessee's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects Lessor, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, and members of the Community Services Advisory Commission. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by Lessor, its elected officia ls. officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be in excess of Lessee's insurance and shall not contribute with Lessee's insurance. 3) Lessees insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is W made or suit is brought, except with respect to tire limits ofthe insurer's liability. 4) Each insurance policy covered by this Lease shall be endorsed to state that covet -age shall not be canceled by either party except after thirty, (30) days' prior written notice has been given to Lessor. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M.Bests's rating of no less than A -'III and li",­ased to do business in the State of California. Lessee shall furnish Lessor with, otiginal endorsements effecting the coverages required by this Lease. The cud Qrsernents are to be signed by it person authorized by (hit( insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All endorsements, deductibles and self -insured retentions are to be received and approved by Lessor's Risk Manager prior to the date the term commences and shall not reduce the limits ofliability. 14PREVAILING W, Pursuant to Section 1781 of the Labor Code, Lessee is advised that maintenance and improvements required hetein in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000) in cost shall require the payment of prevailing wage4. The prevailing wage of each job classification may be found by inquiry with the California Peparanent of Industrial Relations. Lessee shall comply with till laws retated to the per f,,otmance of public work including, but not limited to. the employment of apprentices pursuant to Se !Oion 1777.5 of the Labor Code, Mork day/week hours and overtime rateSpursuant to Sections 1813 and 1815 of the Labor Code and the obligation set forth in Sections 1774-1776of the Labor Code in regards to payment of prevailing wages and to provide the City of Redding and Department of Industrial Relations certified payrolls when required, A certified copy of all payroll records relative to this project shall be submitted to the City of Red dingalong, with the related invoice. Receipt of certified payroll records is at prerequisite to receiving payment. No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on to bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on it public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. All contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records to the Labor Commissioner, This requirement applies to all public works projects, whether new or ongoing. Lessee is further advised that the work contemplated herein is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations, 15, TAXES A. Lessee shall promptly pay any taxes assessed against its personal property, and any possessory interest tax levied by reason of their occupancy of the subject Premises and the improvements constructed. B. Lessee agrees to pay any and all taxes which may be levied and assessed against the Premises, in addition to the rental payments provided. C. Lessee is advised pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code § 107.6 that a possessory interest subject to taxation may be created by the grant of this Lease to Lessee. Insofar as the same may be necessary for the protection of the Lessor's rights. the Lessor or it agents shall at any and afl times have the right to go upon and inspect the ground area and improvements hereby leased and any and every structure or improvement erected or 4zonstructed or in the course of being erected or constructed, repaired, added to., rebuilt or restored thereon, and also triserve, or to post and to keep posted thereon, or on any part thereof. Any nobs proved inSection 1183.1 of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California, or any other section, of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California, or any other oolice or notices that may be at any, time required or permitted by law. If Lessee shall be adjudged bankru, Pt, either by voluntary or involuntary proceeding, or should be subject of any proceedings to stay the enforcement, of obligations against it in the form of reorganization or otherwise under and pursuant to any existing or future laws of the Congress of the United States, or if Lessee shall discontinue business or fail in business, or abandon or vacate said real property, or make an msipment for the benefit of creditors, or if said real property should come into possession and control of any trustee in bankruptcy, or if any receiver should be appointed in any action or proceeding with power to take charge, possession, control, or care of said property, Lessor shall have the option to forthwith terminate this Lease agreement, and re-enter the property and take possession thereof. In no event shall this I -ease agreement be deemed an asset of Lessee after adjudication in bankruptcy. 18. SERVICES TO THE PUBLIC Lessee shall have the privilege to refuse service to any person or persons for just cause in relation to its activities upon the premises, but Lessee shall not discriminate in such on 0 W activities upon the premises as are open to public participation either its as spectator, entrant, or other participant, by virtue of race, color, creed, sex, age, or national origin, MATERIAL BREACH Upon written notice from Lessor to Lessee that Lessee is committing as material breach of to terni or condition of this lease, the: Lessee shall forthwith cure such breach. In the event that the Lessee has not cured such breach of as term or condition of this lease within 30 days following the mailing of such written notice to I..cssee by Lessor, Lessor shall have the right to enter and take over the premises and exclude Lessee therefrom. This right shall be in addition to any and all other rights Possessed by the Lessor under the laws of the State of California iclating to landlord and tenant. PROPERTY OF LESSEE The Uwe shall have the rig ht remove at the termination of this lease for any cause, ,any improvements installed by it on said premises, and such improvements shall be removed by the Lessee within as reasonable time if the termination is prior to the expiration date of this lease. In the event the termination is at the expiration date of this lease, such im,, provements shalt be removed prior thereto. Lessor shall have the fight to insist that any improvements are ternoved at the time specified in the paragraph. The Lessee, in removing improveargent sshall do so in such a way so as not to darnage any portion of the pretnises, and the Less ev agrees to leave said premises in it good clean condition. WASTE AND QUIET Lessee shall not commit nor any nuisance or other act or adjoining parcels by others. 22. WAIVER No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or renwdy of Lessor on my default by Lessee shall impair such as right or remedy or be construedas a waiver. The receipt and acceptance by Lessor of delinquent rent shall not 4nstitute a waiver of any other default; it shall constitute a waiver oftirnely payment of the particular rent payment involved. No act or conduct of Lessor, including, without limitation, the acceptance cif the; keys to the Premises or the combination to any combination locks on the premises, shall Constitute an acceptance of the surrender of the premises by Lessee before the expiration of the term or extension of the term of this Lease Agreement. Only a notice from Lessor to Lessee shall constitute acceptance of the surrender of the premises and accomplish a termination of this Lease Agreement. Lessor's consent to or approval of any act by Lessee requiring Lessor's consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or render unnecessary Lessor's consent to or approval of away subsequent act by Lessee. Any waiver by Lessor or any default must be in writing and shall not be it waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Lease Agreement. Whenever Lessee is required to secure the approval or consent of Lessor under this Lease Agreement, "Le- ssor" shall mean the City Manager of the City of Redding. This Lease Agreement, wIxicli includes all exhibits attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein., contains all the representations and the entire understanding and agreement between the parties pertaining to the Premises or any other matters connected therewith. This Lease Agreement shall not be altered, amended or modified except by as writingsigned by Lessor and Lessee. 25. ATTORNEYSFEES In any dispute between Ussor and Lessee, whether or not resulting in litigation, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover from the other party all reasonable costs, including without limitation, reasonable attorney's fees and experts' fees, "Prevailing Party" shall include without limitation, a party who dismisses an action for specific performance or for damages in exchange for swots allegedly due., performance for covenants allegedly breached or consideration substantially equal to the relief sought in the action, or which receives from the other party, in connection with any dispute, performance substantially equivalent to any of these. No sum, for attorney fees shall be included in calculating the amount of a judgment for purposes of deciding whether a party is entitled to its costs or attorney fees. VEIM In the event any covenant, condition, or provision herein contained is held invalid by any Court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of the same shall in no way effect any other covenant, condition, or provision herein contain, provided that the validity of any such covenant, condition or provision does not materially prejudice either Lessor or Lessee in their respective rights and obligations contained in the valid covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Lease Agreement. 2T EMINENT DOMAIN In the event the premises shall be appropriated or taken tinder the power of erninent dornain by any public or quasi authority, the is Lease Agreement shall terminate and expire its of the date of such taking, and the Lessee shall thereupon lie released from ally liability thereafter accruing under this Lease Agreement, 2& NOTICES All notices and other communicationsauthorized or required under this I -ease Agreement shall be in writing and shall be given by (a) personal delivery, (b) mailing by certified mail or registered al, return receipt requested, posta _ge prepaid. or United States express mail, or (c) delivery by cornmercially recognized courier service. Any such notice or other communication shall be deerned to have been given can the (title of delivery or refusal to accept delivery if addressed as follows: LESSEE LESSOR Redding Rodeo Association City of Redding PO Box 992048 Attn: Cortirilunity Services Department Redding, CA 96099 777 Cypress Avenue Reddinp-, CA 96001 Either party inay changi notice of such change to 29. BINDING OF SUCCESSORS Subject to the provisions in this Leasia A covenants, terms and conditions in this successors, heirs, and assigns of the respi 30. TIME OF ESSENCE Tinge is of the essence of this Lease Agreern Lease Agreement. of this section by giving written -ovided in this section. )ecting assigirnient or subletting, all ,anent shall extend to and bind the to this U, ase Agreement. nd every provision in this IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Lease Agreement in the presence of their respective officers duly authorized in that behalf on the day and year set forth above. CITY OF REDDING, Dated: 2016 ATTEST- BARRY E. DeWALT City Attornq PAMELA Dated: 2016 Exhibit A Legal Description for Redding Rodeo Grounds All that portion of the City ol'Itc(lding described as follows: Cornmencingat art iron T-bar morturnent marked "L.S. 3170" at the northwest corner of the tract of land shown on the map recorded in Book 31 Land Surveys, a( page 53, Shasta County Records, thence S. t8'(.X)'E., 200 feet to the point of beginning; thence East 210 feet; thence N. 45'00' E., 48.00 feet, thence N. 76*26' E., 10.00 teet; thence S. 58'34' E, 67.89 rect; thence N. 31'26'E., 689 feet; thence N. 76'26' E., 160 feet; thence S. 52'57'34" E, 360 feet to a point; thence alonga line 20 westerly and parallel to the westerly line of the Auditorium Road, S. 37' 02'26"W., 1,000 feet to the easterly line of tire ACID right of'way as described in the right of way Deed to ACID recorded in Book 131 of Deeds, at page 225, Shasta County Records; thence along said line, along it 624.67 foot radius curve to the right for a distance of 70 feet; thence N. WIYW, 155; thence N. 7 1'27'W, 110 feet to the westerly line of the tract of land shown on said Land Survey; thence along said line, along a 1,382.69 foot radius curve to jh- . right for it distance of 55 to an iron T-bar monument marked "LS. 3170" as shown on said Land"Survey; thence N. 18*00'W., 100) feet, thence N. 72"Off E., 50.00 feet; thence N, I80(XY W., 150.00 feet; thence S. 72'(X)'W., 50.00 feet; thence N. 18'00' W., 200.00 W; thence N. 72*00'E., 20194 feet: thence N. 18"00'W., 2290) feet to the point � Packet Pg. O PR©J C`i 1, Year of completion 201 Pros +e t description Replace existing pedestrian ramp at South end of main grandstands with a ramp designed to the meet' 2013 CRC standards; Py—OLeict #2 Year of completion 2017 Prcrie t des ripti n Replace existing pedestrian ramp at North end of main grandstands with a ramp designed to meet the 2017 CBC standards. i section •" ,y' i a i Yearof Prgiga t w b i ;; • i i standards, s CBC standards, PtOiOtt #7 Year i. completion Pw i deLcripWo i i * ' JAI 9 ii"• i # 9 �l II a urn^ "' s ''s i i I ,,�► �,�'CITY OF 1 i REPORT"i REDDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: April 19, 2016 FROM: Kim Niemer, Community ITEM NO. 4.6(c) Services Director [C-070-1.00/C-050-560] SUBJECT: 4.6(c)--Redding Rodeo Association Lease for the Redding Rodeo Grounds ***APPROVED BY*** 001, AimNien"idnmi, NO �rvace arectctr ./7/2016 tan an, City a My 4/11/201 Recommendation Approve a 10-year lease (C-141) of the Redding Rodeo Grounds with the Redding Rodeo Association (RRA), with a term expiring July 31, 2026. Background At its March 9, 2016, meeting, the Community Services Advisory Commission voted to recommend a new 10-year lease of the Redding Rodeo Grounds with the Redding Rodeo Association. The Redding Rodeo Association has leased the Rodeo Grounds from the City of Redding for 67 years. The current extension expires on July 31, 2016, and while the current term allows for five (5) one-year extensions, the Redding Rodeo Association requested a new lease with a ten (10) year term. The following are the main changes from the current lease: 1. Ten-year term. The lease may be terminated at an earlier date by either party with one (1) year written notice. 2. The lease area has been reduced to accommodate plans for a new road alignment to the boat ramp. 3. An updated list of improvement projects has been included with the lease. All other terms and conditions remain the same as the current lease. Issue Should Council approve the new lease with the Redding Rodeo Association for the Redding Rodeo Grounds? Report to Redding City Council April 13, 2016 Re: 4.6(c)--Redding Rodeo Association Lease for the Redding Rodeo Grounds Page 2 Alternatives; Implication of Alternatives 1. Approve the lease. This alternative will allow the Redding Rodeo Association to continue use of the facility for the Redding Rodeo as well as other equestrian events. 2. Decline to approve the lease. This alternative would require the Redding Association to find a new facility to continue its operations including the Redding Rodeo. 3. Provide staff with alternative direction. Fiscal Impact The annual lease payment is $50. There is no fiscal impact from this lease. Conclusion The Redding Rodeo Association has been a good tenant for the Rodeo Grounds and continues to make improvements to the facilities. This lease extension will allow the RRA to continue to hold the Redding Rodeo, a signature event for the City, as well as many other equestrian -related events for the community's involvement and enjoyment. Attachments: Lease Agreement (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit A (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit B (available online) Lease Agreement Exhibit C (available online) From: Memberm^Couuncil To: Erkn —Reozer;Iack —Muncs ; Hlbe—��u Pa—ul Dhuqnuka;I�u��£�b�� Cc: Lum—B3ms2adg^at-Qv= Eguo-hoot —Edo;Zatao-5,barlanme; CaLe �£a�� Subject: nw:One huge unanswered question onthe rodeo lease Item y.z(e)vnmn|omrss/6/sCouncil Agenda Date: Tuesday, May o.2oas1:a4:**pm From: Nate Brogan > Sent: Tuesday, May6, 2035 3:15 PM To: Munns,Jack <jnounns@dtyofredding.or8>; Litteu, k4ike<m|ittau@cityofredding.org>; Resner, Erin <eresner@cityofreddinQ.or8>;Audette,Tenessa <taudette@cityofreddinQ.orQ>; Dr. Dhanuka, Pau|<pdhanuko@dtynfredding.org> Subject: One huge unanswered question on the rodeo lease CAUTION: This email originated frorn outside the City of Redding; please be careful with links or attachments, This lease with the rodeo has been surrounded in secrecy and now you're suddenly being told to approve ittonight with ZERO public input. Looks like the deal isalready rigged. What happens if the rodeo organization can't come up with all of the money ($8-10 million) to do that huge list ofexpensive projects the lease calls for? Or start them and run out of money, and then come begging to the City for a bailout? Are we taxpayers going to be on the hook for this?? This is folly. What's the rush? From: Members. Council To: Erin -Resner; Lack -Munns ; Mi-ke-W-tta-v; Pau( Dhqnuka; TQn3 - ess Audp-tt-e ---- Cc: Lgah-Bk-ry; Bade. Steve; Qft1§-C-hr31-Upn; EgLahgrt Erin; Cates. Angtrg; !i9tgn-Eh3r1gng Subject: FW: Rodeo lease agreement - 9.1(e) on tonight"s 5/6/25 Council Agenda Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 4:26:43 PM Attachments: Redding Rodeo leaaamsg Redding Rodeo lease.msg Redding Rodeo lea2g.msg gadding Rodeo lease.rnsg From: STEVE KOHN > Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 3:56 PM To: Munns, Jack <jmunns@cityofredding.org> Subject: Rodeo lease agreement CAUTION: 'This email originated from outside the City of Redding; piease be careful with links or attachments. In order to guarantee a lasting agreement, termination should require a 4/5 public vote from the city council. Councils change, city managers change. In order to make the rodeo grounds the absolute best thing we can, they have to have a stable agreement that they can build on. As it is it's too easy to be terminated.