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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 1970-08-03 120 City Council, Regular Meeting Police Dept. & Council Chambers Bldg. Redding, C�.lifornia A.ugust-3, 1970 7:00 P:M. The Pledge of A.11egiance to the Flag was led by Hank Bussey of the Record Searchlight The Invocation`was-offered by Bruce Montgomery, Director of the R ed'ding ;Y. M. C:. A.., _ ,.,,�, The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Vice Mayor Chatfield with the following Councilmen present: A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield. A.bsent: Mayor Moty Also present were City Manager Cowden, A.ssistant City Manager and Purchasing Director Brickwood, City A.ttorney Murphy, Public W.orks Director A.rness , Planning Director Harris , Police Chief Whitmer, Assistant Civil Engineer Hastings, Parks Superintendent Blaser , and City Clerk Brayton. A.PPROVA.L OF MINUTES MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Denny approving the minutes of the regular Council meeting of July 20, 1970, as mailed to each Councilman. The Vote: Unanimous A.yes C OMMUNI CA.TIONS Vesta Bockman �' �C- A.ction on this item was tabled until the meeting of A.ugust 17th � ,� / as Mrs. Bockman was unable to be present at this meeting. California State A.utomobile A.ssociation A. letter of appreciation was received from the California State A.utomobile A.ssociation for assistance by the City �'�'' Engineering Department in preparing and updating Redding and vicinity maps . Shasta-Trinity Medical Society An invitation was received to attend a meeting of the Shasta- �G� Trinity Medical Society re Emergency Medical Care, to be held on Monday, A.ugust lOth at 7:30 P.M. in the Civic A.udito rium Councilman Fulton indicated that he planned to attend the me eting. Redding Jaycee s In a letter to Council dated July 22, 1970, M. L. Husa, President of the Redding Jaycees , reported that there was a noticeable lack of families in Lake Redding Park this year � f-.., for the July 4th celebration and attributed it to the fact that ''�'' marijuana is smoked and sold openly among adults and teens in the park and that alcohol is consumed openly in the park �G� by minors. Messrs. Stiles , Husa, and Sass of the Redding Jaycees appeared before Council in this regard and spoke of incidents that occurred on July 4th in the park and of the in- adequate police protection. The Redding Jaycees indicated that they are willing to help resolve .tliis matter in any way po s sible. Vice Mayor Chatfield indicated that items of this nature should first be directed to the respective Department and, with the approval of Council, referred the matter to the Police Depart- ment for review and report. Mr. Chatfield advised the repre- sentatives of the Jaycees that they would be notified when the Police Department report would be on the agenda so that they could be present if they desired. 121 A.t the suggestion of Councilman Denny, the City A.ttorney was requested to make a report regarding applicable laws that might be involved in this matter . 1960 Shasta Union High School Reunion A. letter of appreciation was received from Committee Members of the 1960 Shasta Union High Schoo,l,.rCla'ss, Reunion� =���� for the facilities and services afforded at the Civic Audi.toriurn. Buel B. Hunt . In a letter to Council dated July 24, 1970, Mr. Hunt requested an extension of his encroachment permit for building his curbs ; and gutters at 2058 Sonoma Street (re Phase V curb,� gutter , and sidewalk project) . It was reported that originally Mr. Hunt ��/ had been granted an extension to July 31 , and upon receipt of this letter an additional 10 day extension was granted to A.ugust lOth. A.ssistant Civil Engineer Has�fings said that Mr. Hunt appeared satisfied with the additional 10 day extension. No action was taken by Council on this item. Youth Baseball Pro�ram A letter of appreciaticin was received from Bob Hubbert and � ;S!� Earl Isaacson for the:�cooperation of the Recreation Department in the youth baseball program. PETITION FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT PROCEEDINGS A petition filed by property owners requesting formation of an assess- ment district re construction of Garden Street-Orchard Estates Street �u`� Alley was received on July 21 , 1970. MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Denny that the aforesaid petition be referred to the Department of Public Works for appropriate action. The Vote:: Unanimous Ayes � A.PPROVA.L OF CLA.IMS A.ND PA.YROLL MOTION: Made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Denny that Special Civic A.uditorium Project Register No. l , warrant no. 169 in the amount of $918. 00 be approved and paid; that A,ccounts Payable Register No. 3, warrant.nos.. 10312 to 10396, inclusive, in the amount of $81,437.69 be approved and paid, and that Pay.roll. Register- No. 2 , /�L warrant nos. 31010 to 31325 , inclusive, salaries in .the amount of $90, 831 .40 for the period July 5, 1970 through July .18, 1970 , be approved. Total $173, 187.09. Voting was as follows: Ayes: < Gouncilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None Absent: Councilmen - Moty C LAIMS FOR DA.MA GES - 2nd hearing � Dwi�ht D. Modrell - .Claim filed 6/15/70 � MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman A.nderson that the Claim for Damages filed by Dwight D. Modrell ��� on June 1,5, 1970 be denied, and the Claimant be advised of this action. The.Vote: Unanimous Ayes. : � Robert Lorin� - Claim filed 6/.15/70 MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Denny that the Claim for Damages filed by Robert Loring on June /�.� 15, 1970 be denied, and that the Insurance Carrier and the Claimant be advised of this action. The Vote: -Unanimous A.yes 122 CLA.IM FOR DA.MA.GES - lst hearing Sophie Kaplan - Qaim filed 7/27/70 MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by ;� ,� Councilman Anderson that the Claim for Damages filed by Sophie Kaplan on July 27 , 1970 be referred to the City Staff Insurance Committee, and the City Clerk be .. instructed to reset tlie Claim on the Agenda for the meeting of September 8, 1970. ORDINA.NCE - re A.nimal Control MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Denny that full reading of Ordinance No. 1033 be waived, and the ��-�� City A.ttorney be instructed to scan same . The Vote: Unanimous A.yes Adoption of Ordinance No. 1033 was tabled until the meeting of August 17 , 1970 to permit revision of the Ordinance as requested by Council. RESOLUTION - "Stop" Sign on Quartz Hill Road MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman Denny that Resolution No. 4342 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding ordering the installation of a "Stop" �,i�� sign on Quartz Hill Road at its intersection with Benton Drive. Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4342 on file in the office of the City Clerk. MIDTOWN PROJECT NO. 1 - Master Plan for Parking MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Denny approving the recornrnendation of the Council Cornmittee that the firm of Patterson, Langford and Stewart be retained at a fee of '`��=� $4,952 to prepare the Master Plan for Parking for Midtown Project No. l, and that staff be directed to prepare a contract for approval at the next regular Council meeting. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes TWIN VIEW A.NNEXA.TIONS NOS. 1 and 2 - A.cquisition of Electrical � Distribution Facilities In a memo to Council dated July 27 , 1970, City Manager Cowden ��s��`� recommended that Council approve the acquisition of the electrical distribution facilities of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company in �� 7�� Twin View A.nnexations Nos . 1 and 2 for a consideration of $250,926. Mr. Cowden advised Council orally that there would be an additional cost of $50,000. for the City's pro rata share of the cost of constructing a feeder line in a joint venture with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company. The existing feeder line is inadequate to service the area, and it will be less costly:for the City to participate in a joint venture feeder line with the P. G. & E. than for the City to construct its own new feeder line, The total cost of the feeder line is $100, 000. MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman A.nderson approving acquisition of Pacific Gas and Electric Company electrical distribution facilities in Twin View A.nnexations Nos . 1 and 2 for a consideration of $250,926 .00 , subject to additions and deletions to the system, plus $50, 000. 00 which is the City's pro rata share of the cost of the new feeder line to be a joint venture of the P. G. & E. and the City of Redding, subject to review of the precise terms of the purchase and sales agreement when it is submitted to Council for approval. The Vote: Unanimous A.yes 123 � 1970 WEED A.BA.TEMENT PROGRAM Purchasing Director Brickwood recommended that Council, by a four-fifths vote, reject all bids ,on Bid Schedule No. 557 re 1970 Weed A.batement Program, as no bidder bonds were included, and authorize the Fire Marshal and the Purchasing Director to enter into a negotiated contract with the low bidder. ���� MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Denny rejecting all bids on Bid Schedule No. 557, =1�970 Weed A.bate- ment Program, and authorizing the Fire Marshal and�the� Purchasing Director to enter into a negotiated contract with the low bidder. Voting was as follows: , Ayes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None Absent: Cou.ncilmen - Moty AWA.RD OF BID. - Distribution Transformers MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman Anderson approving the recommendation of the Purchasing Director �J�� that Bid Schedule No. 556 for distribution transformers be awarded '. to R. T. & E. Corporation on their low total award bid of $29,925. 00, tax included. - Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noe s: Councilmen - None Absent: Councilmen - Moty , AWARD OF BID - Improvements on Portions of Hilltop Drive � MOTION: Made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the recommendation of the Department of Public Works that Bid Schedule No. 554, construction of improvements on portions of Hilltop Drive, be awarded to Thomas E. Davis on his low ��' � bid of ,$45, 342 .00. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Councilmen - A.nderson, . Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty NOTICE OF COMPLETION - A.uditorium Seating Contract MOTION: Ma.de by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman ,,��� Anderson accepting the project re Civic A.uditorium seating as being completed satisfactorily, and instructing the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes MIDTOWN PROJECT NO. 1 - Mall Bypass Public Works Director Arness submitted a report re the Mall Bypass which indicates that the Gold Street return from California Street to Market Street is the preference of staff for many reasons . In a discussion of this matter it was the consensus of Council that it would be desirable to have a public hearing ori this matter. -�/�,� MOTION: Made by Cou.ncilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton that a public hearing be set for A.ugust 17, 1970 at 8:00 P.M. pertaining to the adoption of Gold Street as a possible route in relation to the Mall Bypass . The Vote: Unanimous A.yes PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING REPORT Public Works Director A.rness submitted the Public Works Planning .� � L, Report for the month of July, 1970. R. W. BECK A.ND A.SSOCIA.TES A. letter addressed to Finance Director Courtney was received from R. W. Beck and Associates, Consulting Engineers , in which it was suggested that an additional $2, 000. authorization be requested in ' �"u�� connection with negotiations with the P. G. & E. re acquisition of ���j��,' P. G. & E. electrical distribution facilities in Twin View Annexations Nos. 1 and 2 by the City. 124 A.s a member of the Ways and Means Comnzittee, Councilman � Anderson recommended that the request be denied. Mr. A.nderson said that inasmuch as the acquisition price has been determined he sees no further need for negotiations other than to expedite the actuai acquisition, and this he believes staff is capable of doing. Following a discussion of this matter it was agreed that Mr. Gibbs of R. W. Beck and A.ssociates, who will be in Redding within a week, should meet with the Ways and Means Comxnittee or with Councilman Anderson and Councilman Denny to d�etail what these additional se.rvices will be. CURB, GUTTER A.ND SIDEWA.LK PROJECT - Phase V Public Works Director Arness submitted a petition signed by property owners desiring to have their property included in the Phase V Curb, `�''� � Gutter and Sidewalk Project, and waiving notice requirements and the initial public hearing requirements regarding this Project. RESOLUTION - re Changes and Modifications, Phase V Project MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 4341 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding declaring its intention to order changes and modifi- cations in the work proposed to be done under Resolution ordering � �'� � construction No. 4313, in the matter of the construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, Phase V, in said City. . Voting was as follows: � A.yes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - IVIoty Resolution No. 4341 on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION - re Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project - Pha�se V MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman • � A.nderson that Resolution No. 4343 �be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding finding and determining that all of the owners of lots or lands liable to be assessed as a result of the adoption ��� of Resolution No. 4341 have signed and filed a petition waiving the hearing called for in said Resolution and declaring that they do not have any objections to the proposed changes. Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmeri - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Cottncilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4343 on file in the. office of the City Clerk. ORDINA.NCE - re CATV Franchise Fee Councilman Denny offered Ordinance No. 1034 for first reading, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the ,y_�L� Redding City.Code, 1959, as amended, by repealing Section 13. 1-4 and substituting therefor a new Section 13. 1-4, pertaining to CATV Franchise Fee. RESOLUTION - re 1969 Weed A.batement Assessments � City A.ttorney Murphy subxnitted a resolution which provides that certain 1969 Weed A.batement A.ssessments may be paid in five equal installments in lieu of collecting the entire assessment at one time. � There was considerable discussion re�garding this matter�and it was �'`'� brought out by Vice Mayor Chatfield that the cost of bookkeeping of these accounts by the City over a five-year period would probably be more than the total amount due in some instances . Councilman Fulton also indicated that he was not in favor of this procedure . Councilman Chatfield stated that he believes Council should take a serious look at whether this procedure should be foilowed in subsequent years. 125 I MOTION: Made by Councilman Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman A.nderson that Resolution No. 4344 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding determining that certain weed abatement assessments may be paid in five annual installments in lieu of collecting the entire assessment at one time. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, and' Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - Fulton Absent: Councilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4344 on file in the office of the City Clerk. PUBLIC HEA.RING - re Redding A.rea Proposed General Plan The hour of 8:30 P.M. having arrived, Vice Mayor Chatfield opened the Continued Public Hearing re the Redding A.rea � proposed General Plan. The following documents are on file in the office of the City Clerk: %'�,� A.ffidavit of Publication - Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission Recommendation dated 7/31/70 Memo from Planning Director dated 7/31/70 Report of the Citizens' A.dvisory Committee dated 3/27/69 Redding Planning A.rea: Current Conditions and Future Trends - March 1969 - Livingston and Blayney Redding General Plan: Housing Element - November 1969 Livingston and Blayney Redding Area Proposed General Plan - Revised May 1970 Livingston and Blayney Redding 10 Year City Improvements Plan - Revised Jurie 1970 - Livingston and Blayney Planning ,Director, Harris intr:oduced Larry•Livingston of the � Consulting .Firm of Livingston and Blayney, and Mr. Roy Cofer, a member..of, his staff. Mr. Livingston presented to Council the proposed General Plan for the City of Redding, , . detailing the various elements thereof. Mr. Cofer presented the traffic.routing proposed. A.11 of the information presented , is contained in the documents referred to above, which docu- ments are.made.a part of these minutes by reference. Mr. Russ Peterson, Chairman of the Citizens' A.dvisory Board, stated that he finds no substantial changes from the recomrrienda- tions of the Citizens .A.dvisory Board in the proposed General Plan , and.that he wholehear:tedly endorses the proposed Plan. Mr. P.eterson feels that it is important that Council choose a route at this time for the. 299W bypass . . Mr. Birdlebough, Chairman of the Transportation Sub-Committee , said various freeway routes were considered by his Committee . It is his�belief that the freeway bypass should go to the southwest of Redding. Dr. Howard Gard spoke in opposition to the proposed southern freeway�route. for ecological and aesthetic reasons , stating that the. proposed route would go through one of the most beautiful canyons in the area and that, if the canyon were us ed by trucks , smog would collect. Dr. Gard also mentioned the adverse effect on cities when such cities have been bypassed by freeways . Mr. C. W. Erickson questioned the fact that no consideration had been given to the "Winnemucca to the Sea" military highway. He stated that no Federal monies would be available for the proposed freeway unless it were a direct route. 126 In answer to a question by Councilman Denny, Mr. Harris said that the General Plan does not recommend precise zoning but do!.es recommend general land use , and that there were no major changes in existing zoning. Councilman Fulton and Vice Mayor Chatfield indicated that they do not favor the proposed southern freeway route. Mr. Chatfield askecl if it were not true that the State Division of Highways has not come to any conclusion regarding the freeway and that it does not favor the southern route. Mr. Harris said that this is correct. Councilman A.nderson questions whether the southern freeway route would pull many people off of Eureka Way as he feels that most travelers are ready to make a stop by the time they �each Redding. Mr. Anderson said that he would like to see just what the northern routes are that would tie into 299E. He is also strongly against bypassing Redding. Mr. Livingston said that State laws have been rewritten and cities have a very important voice in the choice of freeway routes; that the Division of Highways goes along to a great extent with �oards of Supervisors and City Councils . Planning Director Harris reviewed an additional suggestion regarding a proposed local route bypassing the City on the southwest as contained in his memo to Council dated July 31st. This latest proposed route is between Eureka Way, Placer, South Market'and �Cy'press A.venue, with a grade separation under the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks. It is the recommen- dation of the Planning Director and the Director of Public Works that this proposal be considered for inclusion in the Plan. The suggestionhas not been considered by the Planning Conzmission and, if Council is in accord, it is recommended that the Public Hearing be continued and the Plan be referred back to the Planning Coxnmission for a report and recommendation. Mr. Cofer stated his objections to the above suggested route which were as follows: He does not think it will divert traffic � from Eureka Way; it could overload the Cypress Street Bridge if there were rio route further to the south; at least 30 dwelling � units would have �o be removed; and it would cost a million and a half dollar s. MOTION: Made by Cottncilman Denny, seconded by Councilman A.nderson that the Public Hearing be continued to September 8, 1970 at 8:00 P.M. and that the Planning Commission be requested to reconsider those features of the General Plan under discussion. The Vote: Unanirnous A.yes RESOLUTION - re A.batement of Ferrero Property Prior to consideration of the resolution of abatement of the Ferrero property, City Attorney Murphy reported that he had received a long distance telephone call this evening from one of the owners of the -��S property requesting that actiori on this item be deferred as she had � �^'' not received notice. Mr. Murphy said he is confident that the owners have had notice to remove the buildirigs , etc. , for more than two or three years. He does not recommend consideration of the request. � 12 7.; MOTION: Made by Councilman Fulton, seconded by Councilman A.nderson that Resolution.No. 4345 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding approving and confirming report and account of the cost of abatement of unsafe and unsightly buildings on the Ferrero Property, west of Eureka Way, Redding. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and. Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None . A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4345 on file in the office of the City Clerk PROMOTIONAL A.GREEMENT .- Jr. Chamber of Commerce MOTION: Made by. Councilman Anderson, s.econded by Councilman Fulton approving the A.greement for community promotional funds for the Redding Junior Chamber of Commerce for the fiscal year ����� ending June 30, 1971 , and authorizing the Vice Mayor to sign said Agreement on behalf of the City. Vo.ting was as follows: . A.yes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty RESOLUTION - re A.batement of Coleman Property MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman A.nderson that Resolution No. 4346 be adopted, a resolution of the City, Council of the City of Redding approving and confirming report and account of the cost of abatement of unsafe and unsightly buildings ��� on the Coleman Property, 1591 Lake Boulevard, Redding. Voting.was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4346 on file in the office of the City Clerk. PROMOTIONA.L AGREEMENT - Redding Chamber .of Commerce MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman Anderson approving the A.greement for community promotional funds for the Redding Chamber of Commerce for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1971 , and authorizing the Vice Mayor to sign said %��� A.greement on behalf o�?the City. Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None Absent: Councilmen - Moty PROMOTIONA.L A.GREEMENT - Economic Development Corporation MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the A.greement for community promotional funds for the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County for the fis cal year ending June 30, 1971 , and authorizing the Vice Mayor to sign j�� said A.greement on behalf of the City. Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - Anderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: , Councilmen - ,None . A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty PROMOTIONA.L A.GREEMENT - Shasta County Safety Council MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the A.greement for comrriunity promotional funds for the Shasta County Safety Council for the fiscal year ending June �30 , 1971 , and /�-�� authorizing the Vice Mayor to sign said Agreement on behalf of the City. Voting was as follows: Ayes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty 128 PROMOTIONAL A.GREEMENT =' Shasta=Cascade Wonderland A.ssn. MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton approving the Agreement for community promotional funds for the Shasta-Cascade Wonderland A.ssociation for the fiscal year ending %��� June 30, 1971 , and author.izing the 'Vice Mayor to sigri said A.greement on behalf of the City. � � � Voting was as follows: � � A.yes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Councilmen - None � A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty RESOLUTION - re Rate for Collection and Removal of Garbage and Rubbish MOTION: Made by Councilman A.nderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton that Resolution No. 4347 be adopted, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding establishing rates for the collection and removal of garbage and rubbish pursuant to the provisioris of Section� 14-8 of the ✓��� Redd'ing City. Code, •1g59, as amended:� ' � Voting was as follows: A.yes: Councilmen - A.nderson, Denny, Fulton, and Chatfield Noes: Gouncilmen - None - ' A.bsent: Councilmen - Moty Resolution No. 4347 on file in the office of the City Clerk. RESOLUTION -�Establishing Electric Utility Rates Councilman Denriy sa'id that before taking actiori on any resolution which would change the electri'c utility'rate in tlie City he would like to have macle available to Council the information as to how this additional reveriue will be used, why it is neces5ary, and whether or not the need that is represented as justifying the =increase m'ig-ht be satisfied by some other furiding method,' spe'cifically bonds . Councilman A.nderson also said he would like to know what these' funds are to be used for and questions whether Council should be raising electric ia.tility rates or property taxes . It was brought out that in his budget message the City Manager had � LI� outlined° capital improvements needed in the electric utility division. City Ma.nager Cowden stated that he did•, in his budget rnessage, make it clear that there were adequate reserves in the electric utility ftind. He said he did not make any reference to or re;�ommendation•that the electric rates be raised. He further stated that the basic reason for the proposed increase is not to fund needed improvements in the electric utility but rather that the City is u'sing electric utility monies to fund the mall. He said that he, either as City Manager or as a private citizen, is opposed to an increase of 10% in the electrical rate s to fund the mall. Vice :Mayor .Chatfield�said he bel.ieves there are sorize compelling reasons for a rate increase. He spoke of the recent salary increases in the electric division and the need to proceed with undergrounding, both of which he thinks should be funded out of the electric account. He stated that undergrounding of electric utilities can be an economic savings to the City. He further stated that it is not uncommon in cities throughout the State to transfer funds from the electric utility account to the General Fund, and that this has been done in the past in the City of Redding. However, Mr. Chatfield believes that a study should be made and presented to Couricil before any change in the electric rate, is made . ' " ' ' ' Councilman Denny was appointed to outline to Finarice Direc'tor Courtney the type of report to' be presente'd to Council'. ' 129 LEGISLA.TION - Pertaining to LA.FCO MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman � '� Anderson authorizing the Vice Mayor to send telegrams to Senator Marler and A.ssemblywoman Davis , in opposition to SB 476 and A.B 1155 re LA.FCO. The Vote: Unanimous A.yes LEGISLA.TION - Pertaining to Lease-Purchase Financing MOTION: Made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Fulton authorizing the Vice Mayor to send telegrams to Senator —�"-�, �� Marler and A.ssemblywornan Davis in opposition to A.B 2183, per- taining to lease-purchase financing. The Vote: Unanimous A.yes LEGISLATION - Pertaining to Force A.ccount Work in Electric and Water Distribution Systems MOTION: Made by Councilman Denny, seconded by Councilman Fulton authorizing the Vice Mayor to send telegrams to 5enator Marler and � 7� Assemblywoman Davis , in opposition to AB 991 pertaining to force account work on electric and water distribution systems. The Vote: Una.nimous Ayes ENCROA.CHMENT AGREEMENT - re A. C.I.D. (South City AD) MOTION: Made by Councilman .Anderson, seconded by Councilman �-��G Denny approving the Encroachment A.greement between the A.nderson- Cottonwood Irrigation District and the City of Redding, pertaining to �GS the South City A.ssessment District, and authorizing the Vice Mayor to sign said document on behalf of the City. The Vote: Unanimous A.yes TURTLE BA.Y - A.ppiiication OSA. 478 for Kutras Parcel 5 and Benton Parcel 1J City Attorney Murphy reported that Applications for acquisition of Kutras , Parcel 5 and Benton Parcel 1J, Turtle Bay, were filed with HUD and have • . been assigned the project number Calif-OSA-478. The City has received ��`��� a letter frorn HUD authorizing the City to proceed with acquisition of such parcels; however , this is not a commitment that the Federal Government will approve the application. ORDINA.NCE - Pertaining to Establishment of Vacation Plan ' Councilman A.nderson offered Ordinance No, 1035 for first reading, an �<Y�. ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding amending the Redding City Code, 1959, as amended, by repealing Sections 2-35, 2-36 , 2-37, and � 7� 2-38 and substituting therefor a new Section 2-35 , pertaining to the estab- lishment of a vacation plan. POSI TION OF CI TY MA.NAGER Councilman Denny reported that a lengthy report on applications for City Manager would be premature at this time because the deadline for filing such applications is A.ugust lOth, and this deadline appears in the current � �j issue of Western Cities Magazine. Mr, Denny said that no attempt to evaluate the applications will be made until after A.ugust lOth. He stated that he has made a very superficial review of the applications that are on file, and that about 35 applications have been submitted as of this date. ROUTINE COMMUNICA.TIONS A.pplication for A.lcoholic Beverage License - Gay Nineties, �; -� � 1901 Market Street (Peter Brousseau and Carl and Harold Ellis) ICCCNC Minutes of ineeting held on July 21 , 1970 f � � Investigation before PUC for purpose of establishing list for the � -7� year 1971 of railroad grade cros sings of city streets or county roads ,etc. A.PPROVED: �� '� � /� �� �� � , � , ,�� <- . . :� ATTEST: Vice Mayor ,;� l(/�1/_���?.�il�/i"/)-��`�Lc�%���c�-,-�, `Cify Clerk // � ��