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REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2025 FROM: Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk
ITEM NO. 4(a)
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SUBJECT: 4(a)--Approve City Council Minutes.
Recommendation
Approve City Council Minutes: Special Meeting — Budget Workshop No. 3 of May 20, 2025;
Regular Meeting of May 20, 2025; Regular Meeting of June 3, 2025; Special Meeting - Closed
Session of June 17, 2025; and Regular Meeting of June 17, 2025.
Attachments
^Unofficial Minutes - Special Meeting - Budget Workshop No. 3 -May 20, 2025
^Unof�cial Minutes - Regular Meeting of May 20, 2025 - Final
^Unofficial Minutes - Regular Meeting of June 3, 2025 -Final
^Unof�cial Minutes - Special Meeting - Closed Session of June 17, 2025 -Final
^Unofficial Minutes - Regular Meeting of June 17, 2025 -Final
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Special Meeting
General Fund Budget Workshop No. 3
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
May 20, 2025, 2:00 p.m.
The Special Meeting was called to order at 2:02 p.m. by Mayor Jack Munns with the following
Council Members present: Tenessa Audette, Mike Littau, and Erin Resner. Council Member
Dr. Paul Dhanuka arrived at 2:07 p.m.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City
Manager Steve Bade, Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates, and Executive Assistant Erin
Barnhart.
Bud�et Workshop Meetin_g No. 3
3.1. Presentation providing information related to development of the biennial budget.
City Manager Tippin presented an overview of the Report to City Council(staff report),
incorporated herein by reference, regarding topics to be covered during this third and
final budget workshop. He provided a PowerPoint presentation, incorporated herein
by reference,and noted that next steps include staff incorporating the direction received
from the Council during the workshops and returning to the Council with a proposed
budget for Fiscal Years ending 2026 and 2027.
In response to Council Member Audette's question, City Manager Tippin advised that
previous financial reports were generated out of the City of Redding's (City) former
AS400 system, and the City has since upgraded its systems to Oracle, noting that the
information is still being reported, but may look different.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Littau, seconded by Council Member
Resner, to approve the preliminary draft General Fund and Internal Service Fund
budgets for Fiscal Years ending 2026 and 2027.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
3.2. Presentations regarding the current budget development of the biennial budget for
Fiscal Years ending 2026 and 2027 for the Enterprise Funds.
Reddin� Electric Utility
Redding Electric Utility (REU) Director Nick Zettel provided a PowerPoint
presentation, ineorporated herein by reference. Mr. Zettel noted the presentation will
be in three parts; (1) Organizational Performance Indicators; (2) Development of FY
2023-25 Budget; and(3)Review of the 5-year Financial Plan. He recalled that last Fall
he pr�sented to the Council REU's "Five Strategic Categories: Personnel, Safety,
Operations, Finance; and Customer Satisfaction". Mr. Zettel then delineated the
measurements and metrics used to evaluate performance.
Following the presentation, Director Zettel responded to questions from Couneil
Members.
A MOTI�ON WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Littau, to accept the presentation regarding the current budget development of the City
of Redding's :Biennial 2025-2027 Budget for the Enterprise Fund Departments
(Redding Eleetric Utility). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
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Public Works De�artment including Municipal Utilities
Public Works Director Michael Webb presented a PowerPoint presentation,
incorporated herein by reference, and relayed an overview of the Public Works
Department functions before specifically discussing the Water, Wastewater, Storm
Drain, and Solid Waste Utilities. He provided statistical information regarding the
Capital Plan, Capital Outlay; Revenue Plan, Financial Plan, and 10-year Plan,
Following the presentation, Director Webb responded to questions from Council
Members.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to accept the presentation regarding the current budget development of the
City of Redding's Biennial 2025-2027 Budget for the Enterprise Fund Departments
(Public Works). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
Airports
Airport Manager Andrew Solsvig provided a PowerPoint presentation, incorporated
herein by reference. Mr. Solsvig summarized activity at both airports, Redding
Regional and Benton Airpark, and discussed projected Operating Revenues &
Expenses over a 10-year period, Revenue Projections, Expendit�ures by type, Capital
Projects, Unmet Needs, and the 10-year Plan for the airports.
Following the presentation, Mr. Solsvig responded to questions from Council
Members.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to accept the presentation regarding the current budget development of the
City of Redding's Biennial 2025-2027 Budget for the Enterprise Fund Departments
(Airports). The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at the hour of 4:24 p.m., Mayor Munns declared the meeting
adj ourned.
APPROVED:
Jack Munns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Anette Cates, Assistant City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
May 20, 2025, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order at 6:16 p.m. by Mayor Jack Munns with the following Council
Members present: Tenessa Audette, Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Mike Littau, and Erin Resner.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City
Manager Steve Bade, Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates, and Executive Assistant Erin Barnhart.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Littau.
The Invocation was provided by Pastor Tom Winslow, Family Celebration Center.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Dan Wait, on behalf of the Park Marina Village Homeowners Association, which consists of 12
homeowners in a private gated community, expressed the Association's opposition to a proposed
street/path as depicted as a blue line in the proposed Riverfront Specific Plan later to be discussed
as item 9.4(a).
Robert Sid shared his support for an Amazon Distribution Center to be built in the City of Redding.
Lisa Winton shared her experience regarding her child's denied accommodation by the City of
Redding Community Service Department for Redding Summer Camp programs.
Council Member Resner and City Attorney Curtis referred Ms. Winton to discuss the issue with
the City of Redding ADA Coordinator (Public Works Director Michael Webb) and Community
Services Director Travis Menne, and asked for a follow up email to Council.
Scout opined her support to stop supporting genocide worldwide.
Joe Furnari, Vice President of the Shasta Growers Association, invited City Council to attend
National Farmers Market Week on August 2, 2025, and provided invitations to the Council,
incorporated herein by reference.
Nick Gardner shared his concerns with the consistent presence of homeless populations in the Nur
Pon Open Space.
Jaclyn Treadway expressed a need for more community engagement for the homeless and offered
a presentation to the Council regarding a program called Developing Diamonds with the nonprofit
work happening within her organization,as well as provided her contact information to the Council
and public to access volunteer opportunities in the North state.
John Wilson thanked City of Redding staff and the contractors for starting work on the Olney
Creek Bridge Project.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report
to City Couneil (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(a). Approve City Council Minutes: Special Meeting — Closed Session of May 6, 2025; and
Regular Meeting of May 6, 2025.
4(b). Accept City of Redding Accounts Payable Register No. 10 far the period April l, 2025,
through Apri130, 2025, in the amount of$22,460,340.21.
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4.1(a). Authorize and approve the following actions: (1)accept update regarding the proclamation
declaring a local emergency due to flooding and, pursuant to Public Contract Code 20168
and 22050(c)(1),make a deterinination by a four-fifths vote that there is a need to continue
the emergency; and(2)adopt Resolution No. 2025-033, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redding, the 79`h Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2023-060
appropriating $3,750,000 for the South Bonnyview Storm Drain Project due to flooding
and approve internal loan from City of Redding (City) Wastewater Utility to the City's
Storm Drain Utility for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The loan will be paid annually, every June
30th- amortized annually over a 20-year term at the average pooled cash rate calculated at
the time of payment.
4.1(b). Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with International City/County
Management Association(ICMA)TV—WebsEdge in the amount of$26,300 to profile the
City of Redding in a marketing video at the 2025 ICMA Annual Conference.
4.1(c). Authorize and approve the following: (1) approve the Real Estate Purchase and Sale
Agreement (PSA) with Amazon.com Services LLC, for 34.06 acres of City of Redding-
owned property located at 5855 Venture Parkway, Stillwater Business Park Parcel 11B
(Assessor's Parcel Numbers 054-220-031 & 054-260-003), for $2,554,500; and
(2) authorize the Mayor to sign the PSA and other documents needed to complete the sale
and transfer of the property.
Scout spoke in opposition to the proposed City of Redding land sale to build the Amazon
facility, opining that it is stolen Wintu land.
In response to Council Member Audette's question, City Manager Tippin advised escrow
is in process, and the Council will be kept apprised of the progress including when
construction is set to begin.
4.2(a). Authorize and approve the following actions: (1) approve the License Agreement and
Operating Permit for Peer-to-Peer Vehicle Sharing Concession(Agreement)with Turo Inc.
at the Redding Regional Airport; (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign and
execute the Agreement; and (3) find that the action is Categorically Exempt from
environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act,pursuant to Section
15301 —Existing Facilities.
In response to Council Member Audette's question, Assistant City Manager Bade
confirmed that the 10% of gross receipts revenue will go to the City of Redding Airports
fund.
4.2(b). Item removed from Agenda at staff's request and will be presented to City Council on
June 3, 2025.
4.5(a). Authorize staff to exercise Optional Compliance Measure Section 3.2(C) within the
Redding Electric Utility RPS-100 Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) Enforcement
Program and Procurement Plan for Compliance Period 4 in order to meet California's RPS
Mandate set by the California Energy Commission.
4.5(b). Approve the following related to the sole-source purchase of an Arborist Backyard Lift and
trailer for City of Redding Eleetric Utility: (1) authorize purchase of one 2021 Arborist
Backyard Lift TDA-58 and one trail�r from Global Rental Company, Inc. for$1'76,581.76,
including all applicable taxes and fees; and (2) authorize the City Manager to approve
future pricing adjustments, terms, and Department of Motor Vehicles registration fees, as
needed, up to a total of$5,000.00.
4S(c). Authorize and approve the following aetions for the City of Redding Eleetric Utility: (1)
approve Second Amendment to City of Redding Construction Services Contract (C-9962)
with Basin Enterprises and renew the Contract for an additional one-year term in an amount
not to exceed$6 million for electric utility line construction services; and(2) authorize the
City Manager, or designee, to approve project eonstruction ehange orders up to, and not-
to-exceed, $1,200,000 - 20 percent of the contract amount.
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�.6(a). Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Request for Proposals (RFP)
Schedule No. 5589 for Janitorial Services at City of Redding facilities: (1) award RFP to
Peerless Building Maintenance, Inc.; (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to
execute a Consulting and Professional Services Contract with Peerless Building
Maintenance Inc. for an amount not to exceed $694,096.32; and (3) authorize the City
Manager, or designee, to approve any amendments up to $35,000.
4.10(b).This item was moved to the Regula� Calendar as item number 9.10(b) at the �equest of
Council Memher Tenessa Audette.
4.ll(a).Authorize and approve the following relative to the South Street Water Main at Railroad
Emergency Replacement Project(Project): (1)accept update regarding the Project; and(2)
pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(1), lnake a determination by a four-
fifths vote that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
4.11(b).Adopt Resolution No. 2025-034, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
accepting the City of Redding's List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2025-26 funded by Senate
Bill l: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
4.11(c).Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Request for Proposal (RFP)
Schedule No. 5512, Consultant to Update Local Road Safety Plan and Identify Projects for
Fut�ure Grant Applications: (1) award RFP Schedule No. 5512 to Whitlock & Weinberger
Transportation, Inc., (dba W-Trans); (2) authorize the Mayor to execute a Consulting and
Professional Services Contract for a not-to-exceed fee of$237,900 with W-Trans,to update
the Local Road Safety Plan and identify projects for future grants; and (3) authorize the
City Manager to approve Contract amendments not-to-exceed$50,000.
4.11(d).Authorize and approve the following. (1) approve and ratify the City Manager's signature
accepting grant funding in the amount of $4,091,013 from CalRecycle to replace and
upgrade the existing Solid Waste Utility's Material Recovery Facility sort line; and
(2)adopt Resolution No. 2025-035, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
approving and adopting the 78Th Amendment to City Budget Resol�ution No. 2023-060
appropriating $4,091,020 in state grant funds far the project.
In response to Council Member Audette's question, City Manager Tippin advised this
speci�ic piece of equipment is the main sorting eguipment used at the Redding trash
collection facility.
4.11(e).Autharize and approve the following actions relative to Request for Proposals (RFP) -
Schedule No. 5518, Construction Management and Inspection Services for the Old Oregon
Trail Shoulder Widening Project (Project): (1) award RFP to TRC Companies; (2)
authorize the Mayor to execute a Consulting and Professional Services Contract for a not-
to-exceed fee of$346,440.93 with TRC Companies to provide Construction Management
and Inspection Services for the Old Oregon Trail Shoulder Widening Project; and (3)
authorize the City Manager to approve Contract amendments not-to-exceed $50,000.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Munns, that the �oregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved, and/or authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTATN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Resolution Nos. 2025-033 through 2025-035 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS
BOARDS COMMISSTON�S AND COMMITTEES
9.2(c). NorCal Continuum of Care Administrative entity resignation.
Community Development Manager, Nicole Smith provided an overview of the Report to
City Council(staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Council Member Audette, Ms. Smith noted that they do believe there will
be a number of nonprofits applying for the next Request for Proposal.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to authorize and approve the following: (1) the City Manager, or designee, to
sign a letter giving notice to the NorCal Continuum of Care that the City of Redding will
no longer serve as the interim Administrative Entity effective December 31, 2025; (2) find
that applying for and administering grant funding is not considered a project under the
California Environmental Quality Act; and (3) find that applying for and administering
grant funding is an exempt activity under the National Environmental Policy Act under 24
CFR 58.34(a)(3).The Vote: Unanimous Ayes
9.4(a). Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Emerging Concepts by the City of Redding.
Development Services Director Jeremy Pagan, MIG Consultants Principal Dan Amsden,
and Chief Executive Officer Daniel Lacofano highlighted the Report to City Council(staff
report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference,
referencing the extensive engagement opportunities with the community over many
months.
Aaron I�atch and Rachel Hatch spoke in favor of Riverfront Specific Plan Emerging
Concepts.
The following spoke in opposition of the Riverfront Specific Emerging Concepts: Jennifer
Pollom, Susan Murray, Shirley Goldstein, Johnathan Freeman, Netchi Chilloquin Sisk,
John Wilson, David Ledger, Radley Davis, and Brandy McDaniels.
Council Members gave Director Pagan and the Consultants suggestions and desires for
updates to the Emerging Concepts document.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
The City Council took no formal action on this informational item.
9.5(d). Redding Electric Utility's 2025 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
Assistant Electric Utility Director Nathan Aronson summarized the Report to City Council
(staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by
reference.
In response to Council Member Audette's question regarding potential Public Safety Power
Shutoffs (PSPS), Mr. Aronson stated that it is prudent to include in the plan for worst ease
scenario, and all the details are still being worked out.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council 1Vlember
Audette, to authorize and approve Redding Eleetric Utility's updated and revised 2025
Wildfire 1Vlitigation Plan pursuant to California Senate Bill 901.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
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9.6(b). Round-Up Campaign for Parks and Recreation Programs.
Community Services Director Travis Menne highlighted the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Council Member Audette, Director Menne said marketing efforts would
occur through the City o�Redding's social media accounts, QR Codes, etc.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Munns,to: (1)adopt Resolution No. 2025-036, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, approving the creation of the City of Redding Utility Round Up for Recreation
Program; and (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to appropriate funds should
donations be received.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Resol�ution No. 2025-036 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Pro Tempo�e Resner left Council Chambers at 9:16 p.m., and retur�ned at 9:18 p.m.
9.9(a). Redding Police Department Military Equipment Report; and Uncodified Ordinance to
provide guidelines regarding military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481.
Police Captain Chris Smyrnos highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), and
provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Scout spoke in opposition to the DevTech kinetic energy launchers that are designated as
military weapons under the State of California.
Captain Smyrnos noted that the Police Department's use of all of the military equipment
is governed by department policies, federal law, and by the U.S. Constitution.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Munns, seconded by Council Member
Resner,to: (1)accept the Redding Police Department Military Equipment Report; (2)adopt
Uncodified Ordinance No. 2677 adopting and approving a policy to provide guidelines for
the approval, acquisition and reporting requirements for military equipment for first
reading by title only and waive the full reading; (3) authorize the City Attorney to prepare
a summary ordinance, and the City C1erk to publish the same in accordance with law; and
(4) authorize the Redding Police Department to purchase up to eight additional Def Tech
40mm kinetic energy launchers at $2,225 per unit and related equipment.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTATN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
9.10(b),Ite�n 4.10(b) was moved f�om the Consent Calendar at the request of Council Member
Audette.
Setting a Public Hearing to consider adjustments to the City of Redding's Schedule of Fees
and Serviee Charges.
City Manager Tippin provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
City Attorney Curtis advised that this staff report is to set the public hearing, a detailed list
of�ees will be provided at the next Council meeting during the public hearing, along with
a presentation to Council.
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In response to Council Member Audette's request, Development Services Director Jeremy
Pagan and City Manager Tippin confirmed that stakeholder meetings wi11 be scheduled to
discuss development fees prior to the Public Hearing on June 17, 2025.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to set the Public Hearing on June 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council
Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
9.14(a).Committee recommendations regarding updating the tree management ordinance to
impose a development impact fee to fund tree planting on City of Redding-owned property.
City Attorney Curtis provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
The following spoke in favor of a tree ordinance: John Wilson, Aaron Hatch, Shirley
Goldstein, Janice Powell, and David Ledger.
Council Member Resner provided some historical background relative to how the tree
management ordinance discussions have come to fruition.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette,to accept the ordinance as written
and continue working towards enforcement.
Motion failed due to lack of a second.
A SECOND MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Dhanuka, seconded by Council
Member Littau, to authorize and approve the following: (1) discontinue work on a tree-
planting program and draft an ordinance incorporating the Tree Committee's other
recommendations for Planning Commission's consideration; and(2) direct staff to draft an
ordinance by the end of summer with strict protections that strengthens the current
ordinance and allows staff to enforce at a level and standard that prevents clear cutting.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 10:29 p.m., Mayor Munns declared the meeting
adj ourned.
APPROVED:
Jack Munns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
June 3, 2025, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order at 6:18 p.m. by Mayor Jack Munns with the following Council
Members present: Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Mike Littau, and Erin Resner. Council Member
Tenessa Audette participated telephonically. All votes were taken by roll call.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City
Manager Steve Bade, City Clerk Sharlene Tipton, and Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Littau.
The Invocation was provided by Lori Moretti, Redding Police and Fire Departments' Chaplain.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Nick Gardner announced that he and friend John Knight are starting a podcast named The Right
Side of The News and will broadcast every Friday at 7:00 a.m., to talk about City of Redding and
County of Shasta issues.
Robert Sid opined the value of trees for health, shade, and curb appeal, and suggested that the
Council form another tree committee opining that it not be filled with Council Members, their
spouses, or friends who have no horticultural/arboriculture experience.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report
to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(c). Adopt Ordinance No. 2677, an uncodi�ed ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Redding, adopting a policy to provide guidelines for the approval, acguisition, and
reporting requirements for military equipment pursuant to Government Code Section 7071.
4.1(a). Authorize and approve the following: (1) accept update regarding the proclamation
declaring a local emergency due to flooding and, pursuant to Public Contract Code 20168
and 22050(c)(1),make a determination by a four-fifths vote that there is a need to continue
the emergency; and (2) find that the South Bonnyview Storm Drain Project and the
Parkview Sewer Siphon Repair Project are exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15269(b) — Emergency
Proj ects.
4.1(b). This item was moved to the Regular Calendar as ite�n number 9.1(b) at the request of
Council Member Audette.
4.2(b). This item was moved to the Regular Calendar item number 9.2(h) at the reque.st of Council
Member Audette.
4.2(c). Authorize and approve the following actions relative to the Good News Rescue Mission's
Day Resouree Center: (1) authorize the City Manager, or designee,to execute the Provider
Operational Agreement with the Good News Rescue Mission; (2) find that entering into
a Provider Operational Agreement is not considered a project under the California
Environ.mental Quality Act, the actual construction of the project was previously reviewed
for California Environmental Quality Act eompliance; and (3) fmd that entering into a
Provider Operational Agreement is exempt under the National Environ.mental Policy Act
under Title 24 CFR 58.34(a)(3).
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4.5(a). Authorize and approve the following relative to Bid Schedule No. 5584 — System
Hardening Equipment for the City of Redding Electric Utility: (1) award Bid 5584 to
OneSource Supply Solutions for an annual evaluated price of $208,450.05;
(2) autharize the Purchasing Officer to extend the bid award annually with OneSource
Supply Solutions through March 31,2028, if mutually agreeable,with all prices, terms and
conditions remaining the same; and(3)authorize the City Manager,or designee,to approve
an additional $83,000 per fiscal year as a contingency to account for unforeseen cost
escalations including,but not limited to, tariffs and global supply chain disruptions.
4.6(a). This item was moved to the Regula� Calendar as item numbe� 9.6(a) at the request of
Council Memher Audette.
4.ll(a).Authorize and approve the following relative to the South Street Water Main at
Railroad Emergency Replacement Project (Project): (1) accept update regarding the
Project; and (2) pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(1), make a
determination by a four-�$hs vote that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
4.11(b).Accept Bid Negotiation No. 5474 (Job No. 2'712), Replace Asphalt Concrete
Surfacing 2024 Project, awarded to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc., as satisfactorily complete,
with a final cost of$2,115,664.48.
4.11(c).Authorize staff to reject all bids in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 20166
and Public Contract Code Section 22038 regarding Bid Negotiation No. 5469, Burney
Library Roof Replacement, So1ar and Generator Addition Project.
4.11(d).This item was moved to the Regula� Calendar as item nuinber 911(cl) at the request of
Council Meinber Audet�e.
4.11(e).Authorize and approve the following actions relative to the Summary Vacation of
a Public Service Easement (A-2025-00333): (1) adopt Resolution No. 2025-037, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, summarily vacating Public Service
Easement"B"within Parcel 4 of Parcel Map (PM-2016-00771) as described in
Exhibit A and depicted in Exhibit B; (2) �nd the action consistent with the General Plan;
and(3)find the action categorically exempt from environmental review under the
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15035 - Minor
Alterations in Land Use Limitations.
4.11(�.Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Reguest for Proposals (RFP) -
Schedule No. 5577 - Construction Inspection Services and Material Testing Services for
the Eastside Road Bridge Over Olney Creek Project (Project): (1) award RFP to Mark
Thomas & Company, Inc.; (2) authorize the Mayor to execute a Consulting and
Professional Services Contract for a not-to-exceed fee of$886,111.38 with Mark Thomas
&Company,Inc.,to provide Construction Inspection and Material Testing Services for the
Project;and(3)authorize the City Manager to approve Contract amendments not-to-exceed
$50,000.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council 1Vlember
Littau, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved, andlor authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTATN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Ordinance No. 2677 and Resolution No. 2025-037 are on file in the Offiee of the City
Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1. Public Hearing - Rezoning Application (RZ-2025-00477), by City of Redding (City);
and Ordinance amending the City`s Zoning Ordinance regarding the short-term rental
requirements.
Development Services Director Pagan summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
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The hour of 6:43 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Munns opened the Public Hearing.
Merideth Short Term Rentals Owner Christie Merideth requested that the Council allow
short-term rentals in mixed-use buildings within the Downtown Mixed-Use District.
Leslie expressed frustration with parking relative to working in a mixed-use building
within the Downtown Mixed-Use District and asked for designated parking to be
implemented if additional short-term rentals are authorized.
Mayor Munns determined that no one else present wished to address this matter and closed
the Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication—Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Littau, seconded by Council Member
Audette, to: (1) introduce Ordinance No. 2678, as further described in Option B (Original
language as presented by staff at the April 22, 2025, Planning Commission meeting),
amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Title 18, (Zoning), Chapter 18.43, (Standards
for Specific Land Uses) by amending RMC Section 18.43.180 (Short-Term Rentals), for
first reading by title only, and waived the first reading; (2) directed the City Attorney to
prepare and the City C1erk to publish a summary ordinance according to law; and(3)made
the finding that adoption of the ordinance is exempt from environmental review,pursuant
to 14 CCR 15378,because the passage of the proposed ordinance is not a project according
to the definition in the California Environmental Quality Act and, therefore, is not subject
to the provisions requiring environmental review.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—Dhanuka
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
City Attorney Curtis read the title of Ordinance No. 2678.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS
BOARDS COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(b). Item 41(b) was moved ,from the Consent Calendar at the request of Council
Member Audette.
Assistant City Manager Bade provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
City Manager Tippin noted that in the body of the staff report, the City of Redding (City)
G�neral Fund is mentioned instead of the City's Risk Fund, however,the recommendation
and fiscal impact sections are accurate.
In response to Council Member Audette, Mr. Bade noted that should the full grant be
awarded, and if there were not enough funds in Stillwater Business Park revenues to cover
the necessary match, there are several options that would be brought back to Council for
direction.
A 1YIOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Littau,to: (1) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary
to apply, accept, appropriate, and implement the United States Economic Development
Administration's Public Works and Eeonomie Adjustment Assistance Program in an
amount not to exceed$5,000,000 for infrastructure improvements located in the City of
Redding Stillwater Business Park; and (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to
identify and commit an equal match from Stillwater Business Park property sales.
The Vote:
AYES: Council M�embers—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN�. Council 1Vlembers—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
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9.2(b), Item 4.2(b) was moved fNoin the Consent Calenda� at the request of Council
Meinber Audette.
Loan between the City of Redding's Risk Management Reserve and the Airports
Division's Enterprise Fund in order to fund the Redding Regional Airport Passenger
Terminal Parking Lot Reconstruction Project.
Assistant City Manager Bade provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Council Member Audette, Finance Director Gregory Robinett relayed how
the Risk Management fund is funded, and what its purpose is.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Littau, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to issue a loan between the City of
Redding's Risk Management Reserve and the Airports Division's Enterprise Fund in order
to fund the Redding Regional Airport Passenger Terminal Parking Lot
Reconstruction Project in an amount not-to-exceed $1.5 million — the loan will be
amortized annually over a 10-year term at the averaged pooled cash rate with annual
payments of$132,670, and a projected balloon payment in the amount of$500,000.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
9.2(d). Disposition and Financing Agreement with FaithWorks Community Coalition, Inc.
Community Development Manager Nicole Smith provided an overview of the Report to
City Council (staff report), and a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by
reference.
Council Member Dhanuka questioned the high costs related to construction of affordable
housing across the state.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Littau, to: (1) authorize and approve the following proposed actions related to the sale of
City-owned real property located at 815 Parkview Avenue (Assessor Parcel No. 104-350-
019), 825 Parkview Avenue (Assessor Parcel No. 104-350-018), and 2520 Leland Avenue
(Assessor Parcel No. 104-350-020) to FaithWorks Community Coalition, Inc.:
(a) conditioned upon the approval of the Disposition and Financing Agreement (DFA) by
the City Attorney, authorize the Mayor to execute the DFA with FaithWorks Community
Coalition, Inc. for the transfer and development of the above-referenced parcels;
(2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute a11 documents necessary to
complete the transaction, including but not limited to: (a) a seller carryback loan in the
amount of$153,000 at one percent for a 55-year term for the acquisition of the parcels; and
(b) a development loan not to exceed $1,600,000 at one percent for a 55-year term to
support the construction of a 14-unit,mixed-income,mixed-use development; (3)fmd that
the aforementioned actions such as allocating funding are exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15312-Surplus
Government Property Sales)and 15061(b)(3)—Common Sense Exemption;and(4)find that
administrative and management activities, such as allocating funding, are exempt under 24
CFR §58.34(a)(3) administrative and management activities under the National
Environ.mental Policy Act. The construction of the project has been reviewed for
environmental eomplianee and an Authority to Use Grant Funds has already been received
from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The Vote:
AYES: Council M�embers—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN�. Council 1Vlembers—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
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9.2(e). Development and implementation of an Entertainment Zone in the City of Redding
pursuant to Senate Bill 969.
Assistant City Manager Bade summarized the Report to City Council (staf�report), and
provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Council Members Littau and Resner recused themselves due to property ownership within
the proposed Entertainment Zone boundary.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A consensus of the Council accepted the report and directed staff to develop guidelines and
return to Council for consideration at a future Council Meeting.
9.5(b). Redding Electric L7tility's Quarterly Financial Report and Industry Activities Update.
Assistant Electric Utility Director—Finance Joseph Bowers highlighted the Report to City
Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein
by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Littau, to accept the City of Redding Electric Utility's Fiscal Year 2024-25 Third Quarter
Financial Report and Industry Activities Update.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
9.6(a). Item 4.6(a) was moved f�o�n the Consent Calendar at the request of Council
Member Audette.
In response to Council Member Audette, Community Services Director Travis Menne
provided an overview of the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated herein by
reference.
Council Member Audette expressed frustration with additional fees opining that they are
too high for most families.
Director Menne noted that there are several mechanisms to lower the costs, such as
subsidizing with either donations through existing scholarship funds, and the alternative
payment program through the Shasta County Office of Education where parents can sign
up if they meet income eligibility requirements, including two school contracts that pay for
camps and programs at no cost to the students.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Littau, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-038, a resolution of the City Couneil of the City of
Redding,revising City Council Policy N�o. 806 (Recreation Classes and Program Fees), to
include inereased cost recovery and an additional 15 percent administrative fee, as
recommended by the Community Services Advisory Commission at its regular
meeting held on May 14, 2025.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council M�embers—None
Resolution No. 2025-038 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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9.6(b). Ordinance amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Title 2 (Administration and
Personnel), Chapter 2.56 (Community Services Department).
Community Services Director Travis Menne summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
Director Menne answered several questions related to RMC Section 2.56.050 (Boats)from
Council Member Audette that are not part of the currently requested ordinance
amendments.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Dhanuka, seconded by Council Member
Resner, to: (1) introduce Ordinance No. 2679, an ordinance of the City of Redding,
amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Title 2 (Administration and Personnel),
Chapter 2.56 (Community Services Department) by amending RMC Sections 2.56.010
(Defmitions), 2.56.060 (Approval for use of sound amplification equipment), 2.56.070
(Concessions), and 2.56.080 (Smoking), all relating to the Community Services
Department, for first reading by title only and waive the full reading; (2) authorize the City
Attorney to prepare and the City Clerk to publish the ordinance in accordance with law;
and (3) find that the action is exempt from environmental review under the California
Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to section 15061(b)(3) — Common Sense
Exemption. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
City Attorney Curtis read the title of Ordinance No. 2679.
9.11(d),Itern no. 4.11(d) was moved from the Consent Calendar at the�equest of Council Meinber
Audette.
Funding - City of Redding Pump Station 1 Replacement Project.
Public Works Director Michael Webb highlighted the Report to City Council(staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
Council Member Audette had several questions regarding the scope of the project and
stated that she assumes this wi11 eventually increase rates for ratepayers, so is trying to
better understand the project.
Director Webb noted that the total cost estimate for the project is$73 million,and reminded
Council that this is a very critical project to replace Pump House 1, as it is approximately
100 years in age and has reached the end of its useful service life. It supplies the City of
Redding with roughly three-quarters of its clean drinking water supply, and is the best
source of water for the City, therefore, it is an absolute must that this facility be replaced.
City Manager Tippin added that the City is under a mandate to replace due to endangered
species issues.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Littau, seconded by Council Member
Resner, to authorize and approve the following relative to the funding of the City of
Redding Pump Station 1 Replaeement Project: (1)authorize the City of Redding to increase
its funding request amount from the State Water Resources Control Board Drinking Water
State Revolving Fund Program from $40 million to $50 million; (2) authorize the City of
Redding to increase its funding request amount from the U.S. Environmental Protection
Ageney Water Infrastructure Finance &Innovation Act Loan Program from$25 million to
$40 million; and (3) authorize the City of Redding to increase its funding request amount
from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, National
Culvert Removal, Replacement, and Restaration Grant Program (Culvert Aquatic
Organism Passage Program) from $6 million to $8 million.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council M�embers—None
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council M�embers—None
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 8:39 p.m., Mayor Munns declared the meeting
adj ourned.
APPROVED:
Jack Munns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Special Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
June 17, 2025, 5:15 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Jack Munns with the following Council Members
present: Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Mike Littau, and Erin Resner. Council Member Tenessa Audette
a�rived at 5:21 p.in.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City
Manager Steve Bade, Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates, and Executive Assistant Erin Barnhart.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor M�unns determined that no one present wished to address the items agendized for Closed
Session.
CLOSED SESSION
At the hour of 5:20 p.m., Mayor Munns opened the Special Meeting and announced that the
Council would adjourn to Closed Session.
At the hour of 6:05 p.m., Mayor Munns reconvened the Special Meeting to Open Session and
reported that in reference to:
3A. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 549569(d)(1):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, et al.; Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 192661
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
3B. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6:
CONFERENCE WITII LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Designated Agency Representative: Personnel Director Kibler
Employee Organizations:
(1) Redding Independent Employees' Organization - Clerical, Technical and
Professional Unit;
(2) Redding Independent Employees' Organization- Supervisory&Confidential Unit;
and
(3) Redding Peace Officers' Association—Miscellaneous Employees
Pursuant to Government Code Section 549571(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
3C. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property Location: 7251 Eastside Road; Assessor's Parcel Nos. 050-050-010 and 050-
070-008
Agency N�egotiatar: City 1Vlanager Tippin
Negotiating Parties: City of Redding and County of Shasta
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
Pursuant to Government Code Section 5495'7.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
3D. Closed Session pursuant to California Government Code Seetion 54957(b):
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT RECRUITMENT
City Manager
Pursuant to Government Code Seetion 54957.1(a), the City Council took no reportable
action on this item.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 6:09 p.m., Mayor Munns declared the meeting
adj ourned.
APPROVED:
Jack Munns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk
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Unofficial Minutes Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
June 1�, 2025, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order at 6:10 p.m. by Mayor Jack Munns with the following Council
Members present: Tenessa Audette, Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Mike Littau, and Erin Resner.
Also present: City Attorney Christian M. Curtis, City Manager Barry Tippin, Assistant City
Manager Steve Bade, Assistant City Clerk Anette Cates, and Executive Assistant Erin Barnhart.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Resner.
The Invocation was provided by Lynn Fritz, and Joey Carroll, Native American Tradition as a
Karuk Tribal Descendent/Shasta County Interfaith Forum Chair.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Munns determined that no one present wished to address any non-agendized matters.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report
to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(a). Approve City Council Minutes: Special Meeting— Closed Session of May 20, 2025; and
Special Meeting—Closed Session of June 3, 2025.
4(b). Accept City of Redding Accounts Payable Register No. 11 for the period May 1, 2025,
through May 31, 2025, in the amount of$36,552,819.49.
4(c). Adopt Ordinance No. 2678, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding,
amending Redding Municipal Code (RMC) Title 18 (Zoning), Chapter 18.43 (Standards
for Specific Land Uses) by amending RMC Section 18.43.180 (Short Term Rentals),
thereby making changes to the standards for regulation of short-term rentals.
4(d). Adopt Ordinance No. 2679, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redding
amending Redding Municipal Code Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.56
(Community Services Department), all related to the Community Services Department.
4.1(a). Accept update regarding the proclamation declaring a local emergency due to flooding and,
pursuant to Public Contract Code 20168 and 22050(c)(1), make a determination by a four-
fifths vote that there is a need to continue the emergency.
4.1(b). Approve contract (C-161$) with Haven Humane Society for the enforcement of Redding
Municipal Code Title 7 (Animal Regulation) tl�rough June 30, 2027, in the amount of
$1,036,304.76 for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2026-27 pending approval of the Fiscal Year
2025-2'7 Biennial Budget with an annual Consumer Price Index adjustment effective J�uly
1, 2025, and July l, 2026.
4.2(a). Authorize and approve the following. (1)ratify the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA)
Airport Improvement Program(AIl') grant application submitted by the Airports Division
in the amount of $425,'765 for the Benton Eastside Taxi-lane and Drainage Project at
Benton Field; (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign and submit a grant
application to the California Department of Transportation(Caltrans)Aeronautics Division
State Matching Grant Program in the amount of$$,515 for the Benton Eastside Taxi-lane
and Drainage project at Benton Fie1d; (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to
aeeept and execute a grant agreement for either, or both, the FAA AIP and Caltrans State
Matching Grant for the Benton Eastside Taxi-lane and Drainage Project, and authorize the
City Manager to appropriate grant funds to the project; and(4) adopt Resolution No. 2025-
039, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the
80th to City Budget Resolution No. 2023-060 appropriating $448,173 for project costs.
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�.2(b).Authorize and approve the following. (1) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to
negotiate and execute a short-term lease for approximately six months,with Redding Airport
Constructors for City of Redding-owned, Airports Division property located at 3740 Flight
Avenue; and(2)find that the action is categorically exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act Guidelines,pursuant to Section 15301 -Existing Facilities.
4.2(c). This item was rrzoved to the Regula� Calendar as item number 9.2(c) at the request of
Council Meinber Audette.
4.6(a). Authorize and approve the following related to Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMD):
(1)adopt Resolution No. 2025-040, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
relative to LMDs A, B, and C authorizing the following: (a) approving the Engineer's
Report �or Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the LMDs as filed with the City Clerk; (b) setting a
Public Hearing for 6:00 p.m.,on July 15,2025,in the City Council Chambers, 777 Cypress
Avenue, Redding, California; (c) declaring the City Council's intention to levy and collect
assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of
1972; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2025-041, a resolution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, relative to Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMD) D, E, F, G, H, H1, J, K,
L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, S1, T, U, V, W, O1-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, OS-06, 06-06, 07-06,
08-06, 09-06, 11-06, O1-07, 02-07, 02-09, 03-09, 01-11, 02-11, 03-11, 01-13, 02-14, 03-
14, O 1-15, 02-16, 03-16, O 1-17, O 1-19, 02-19, 01-20, O 1-22 and O 1-23; authorizing the
following: (a) approving the Engineer's Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the LMDs as
listed above as filed with the City Clerk; (b) setting a public hearing for 6:00 p.m., on July
15, 2025, in the City Council Chambers, 77'7 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California
regarding the LMDs listed above; (c)declaring the City Council's intention to levy and
collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act
of 1972; and(3)determine that the recommended actions do not constitute aproject subject
to California Environmental Quality Act G�uidelines, pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5),
finding that the project is an organizational or administrative activity of governments that
will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
4.6(b). Authorize the following actions relative to the City of Redding Aquatic Center Grant:
(1) accept the State of California - Natural Resources Agency Department of Parks and
Recreation: Division of Boating and Waterways(Cal Boating)Aquatic Center Grant in the
amount of $40,000; (2) autharize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the grant
agreement and associated documents with Ca1 Boating to implement the Aquatic Center
Grant Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 project; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2025-042, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 81st
Amendment to Budget Resolution No. 2023-060 appropriating�40,000 for the Ca1 Boating
Aquatic Center Grant FY 2024-25.
4.6(c). Authorize and approve the following actions regarding the Integrated Climate Adaption
and Resiliency Program (ICARP) Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program for
the City of Redding Panorama Park Sprayground Project: (1) accept the ICARP Extreme
Heat and Community Resilience Program funds in the amount of$1,995,000 to build heat-
resilient play infrastructure at Panorama Park; (2) authorize the City Manager to execute
the ICARP Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Grant Agreements, any amendments,
sub-recipient agreements and the associated documentation; and (3) adopt Resolution No.
2025-043, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting
the 82"d Amendment to City of Redding Budget Resolution No. 2023-060 appropriating
$1,995,000 in I�CARP Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program state grant funds
for Panorama Park for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
4.6(d). This item was moved to the Regular Calendar as item number 9.6(d) at the r�equest of
Council Member Audette.
49(a). Authorize and approve the following: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2025-044, a resolution of
the City Council of the City of Redding, authorizing the acceptanee o�an Alcohol Policing
Partnership grant administered by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Control in the amount of$60,000 for overtime, training, and operating expenses designed
to address alcohol enforcement in the City of Redding; and(2)authorize the City Manager,
or designee, to execute the grant agreement, any associated amendments and
administratively appropriate the funds.
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4.10(a).Adopt Resolution No. 2025-045, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
establishing the appropriation limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the City of Redding at
$317,710,148.
4.11(a).Authorize and approve the following relative to the South Street Water Main at Railroad
Emergency Replacement Project(Project): (1) accept update regarding the Project; and(2)
pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(1), lnake a determination by a four-
fifths vote that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
4.11(b).Adopt Resolution No. 2025-046, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
nominating Josh Watkins, Water Utility Manager, �or representation on the Association of
California Water Agencies Region 2 Board of Directors.
4.11(c). This itein was moved to the Regular Calenda� as item numbe� 9.11(c) at the request of
Council Member Audette.
4.11(d).Authorize and approve the following relative to Bid Schedule No. 5588 for the purchase
of one hydro-cleaner for the maintenance of the City of Redding Wastewater Utility
Collection System: (1) award bid to U-Rock Utility Equipment Inc. in the amount of
$272,424.00 for the purchase of a replacement hydro-cleaner; and (2) authorize the City
Manager, or designee,to approve future pricing adjustments,terms, and policy changes, as
needed, up to an additional $20,000.00 for the purchase of the hydro-cleaner.
4.11(e).Authorize and approve the following: (1) authorize staff to submit a United States
Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A)Program application
in an amount not-to-exceed $15 million for the design and construction of a roundabout
and related curve-safety improvements at the intersection of Churn Creek Road, Victor
Avenue, and Rancho Road; and (2) authorize commitment of up to 20 percent in City of
Redding Public Works' Traffic Impact Fee funds, which may be satisfied through a
combination of, in-kind services, or other eligible local sources.
4.11(�.Adopt Resolution No. 2025-047, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding,
relative to Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Districts (SSMD) 01-07 Hope Lane, and 01-19
Seven Bridges, authorizing and approving the following: (1) approving the Engineer's
Reports for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for SSMD 01-07 and SSMD 01-19 as filed with the City
Clerk; (2) setting a Public Hearing for 6:00 p.m. on July 15, 2025, in the City Council
Chambers, located at 777 Cypress Avenue,Redding, California; and(3)declaring the City
Council's intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-26 pursuant to
the State of California lmprovement Act of 1911.
4.11(g).Autharize and approve the following actions relative to Bid Negotiation No. 5593, Cape
Seal 2025 Project: (1) award to VSS International, Inc. in the amount of $2,272,120;
(2) approve $300,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees; (3) approve
$60,000 for project development costs; (4) approve $230,000 to provide construction
contingency funding; (5) autharize the City Manager to approve additional increases in
either the construction management or construction contingency amounts up to a total of
$25,000; and (6) find that the project is categorically exempt from review under the
Cali�ornia Environmental Quality Act Guidelines,pursuant to Section 15301(c)—Existing
Facilities.
4.15(a).Authorize and approve the following: (1) adopt a new Warkplace Violence Prevention
Plan that will be incorporated into the City of Redding's Injury and Tllness Prevention Plan
in accordance with Senate Bi11 533; and (2) approve revisions to the City of Redding
Modified Duty/Alternate Work Policy.
A 1VIOTION WAS 1VIADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged,
adopted, approved,ratified, and/or authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council M�embers—Audette, Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—None
ABSTAIN�: Council 1Vlembers—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Ordinance Nos. 2678, 2679, and Resolution Nos. 2025-039 through 2025-048, are on file
in the Office of the City C1erk.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 Public Hearing to consider the adoption of a Resolution to adjust the City's Schedule o�
Fees and Service Charges.
Finance Director Greg Robinett summarized the Report to City Council(staff report), and
provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 6:32 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Munns opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Munns determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication—Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City
Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-048, a resol�ution of the City Council of the City
of Redding, adjusting the City of Redding's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
Resol�ution No. 2025-048 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
6.2 Public Hearing to consider information on vacancies, recruitment and retention in
accordance with Government Code Section 3502.3 (Assembly Bi112561).
Personnel Director Kari Kibler, and Personnel Manager Leslie Saelee, highlighted the
Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both
incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 7:05 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Munns opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Munns determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the
Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication—Notice of Public Hearing is on�ile in the Office of the City
Clerk.
Director Kibler advised that staff had to hand count positions between two systems for this
presentation, so numbers could be off slightly as part-time employees are counted
differently than fu11-time positions.
In response to Council Member Audette, City Manager Tippin stated that accurate number
of positions are represented in the budget document provided to Council and is available
to the public. Since the City of Redding has a new system,and staff has modified reporting,
numbers should be relatively easier to track in the future.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to accept the report regarding City of Redding vacancies, recruitment and
retention in accordance with Government Code Section 3502.3 (Assembly Bi112561).
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COIVIMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS
BOARDS COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(c). Resolution adopting and approving the City of Redding Biennial Budget �or Fiscal Years
2025-26 and 2026-27.
City Manager Barry Tippin highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), and
provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
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In response to Council Member Audette, City Manager Tippin stated that the financial
reports appear different due to the City of Redding's new software, and staff are continuing
to work within the new software to modify the financial reports in an effort provide a more
macro-detailing of financials as Council requests them.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member
Dhanuka, to: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2025-049, a resolution of the City Council of the
City of Redding, approving and adopting the City of Redding Biennial Budget for Fiscal
Years ending June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027; and (2) find that the general maintenance
activities performed by various City departments on City facilities/equipment over the
course of Fiscal Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 are categorically exempt from review
under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15301 -
Existing Facilities.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTAIN: Council Members—None
ABSENT: Council Members—None
Resol�ution No. 2025-049 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
9.1(d). Adopting a tobacco-oriented retailer license ordinance.
Assistant City Attorney Stacy Larson, and Management Assistant to the City Manager
Jason Gibilisco, summarized the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a
PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
The following spoke in support of a tobacco-oriented retailer license (TRL) ordinance:
Audrey Bull, Cathy Grindstaff, Kristen Schreder, Sofia Gaxiola, Debbie Burkett, Nick
Gardner, Jim Cloney, and Mark Mezzano.
Jaskaron Sahota and Marvir Singh spoke in opposition to a TRL ordinance.
In response to Vice Mayor Littau,Assistant City Attorney Larson stated that Council could
direct staff to research and return to Council with an ordinance to ban a11 tobacco sales for
the entire City.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette,to accept staff's recommendation
as written in the staff report.
Motion failed due to lack of a second.
A SECOND M�OTION WAS MADE by Council Member Littau, s�conded by Council
Member Resner, to direct staff to return to the regularly scheduled Council Meeting on
Ju1y 15, 2025, with a proposed Ordinance for a Tobacco-Orientated Retailer License to
include all tobacco retailers within the City of Redding and prohibit any new Tobacco
Retaillicenses within 600 feet of schools.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members—Dhanuka, Littau, Resner, and Munns
NOES: Council Members—Audette
ABSTATN: Council Members—Non�
ABSENT: Council Members—None
9.2(c). Ite�n 4.2(c) was moved fi�om the Consent Calendar at the request of Council Member
Audette.
Consulting and Professional Services Agreement with Economic Development of Shasta
County.
Assistant City Manager Steve Bade highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
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In response to Council Member Audette, Mr. Bade advised that the total amount for the
Agreement is $144,900, confirming the 10 percent reduction in annual funding from the
City of Redding's General Fund portion.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to approve the following: (1) Consulting and Professional - Agreement (G2028)
with the Shasta Economic Development Corporation in the annual amount of$144,900 for
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 pending City Council approval of the City of Redding's
Fiscal Year 2025-27 Biennial Budget; and (2) authorize the Mayor to execute the
Consulting and Professional Services Agreement. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
9.6(d). Item 4.6(d) was moved from the Consent Calendar at the �equest of Council Membe�
Audette.
Redding Sports Park Lease and Concessions Agreement.
Community Services Director Travis Menne summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Council Member Audette, Director Menne and City Manager Tippin related
that the Redding Soccer Park would use the City of Redding's liquor license within the
sports complex boundary, and should any adjustment or changes occur to the Agreement,
staff will return to Council for direction and approval. They expressed appreciation to the
Redding Soccer Park for its collaboration with the City of Redding.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to: (1) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to negotiate the final terms of the
Redding Sports Park Lease and Concessions Agreement with the Shasta Regional Soccer
Association(SRSA)for a two-year term with three, one year options,utilizing a net income
split model that provides the City of Redding with 75 percent of all remaining net income
after monthly expenses, and SRSA would keep the remaining 25 percent; and(2) authorize
the Mayor to execute the agreement when complete. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
99(b). Consider extending the Lateral Signing Incentive for the Redding Police Department.
Redding Police Captain Regan Ortega summarized the Report to City Council (staff
report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Mayor Munns, Captain Ortega noted that there are several recruits and a
couple of laterals that would qualify for these incentives, and confirmed that extensive
background checks are completed prior to hiring.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Dhanuka, seconded by Council Member
Resner, to approve the following for the City of Redding Police Department (RPD):
(1) extend the lateral signing incentive for an additional 18 months, with a tiered strueture
based on prior sworn law enforcement experience: officers with 1 to 2 years of experience
will receive a $20,000 bonus; those with 2 to 5 years of experience will receive $40,000;
and those with more than 5 years of experience will receive $60,000. The incentive wi11
continue to be disbursed in three installments: 25 percent upon hire; 50 percent upon
successful completion of RPD's training program; and the remaining 25 percent upon
successful completion of the probationary period. A contract requiring a three-year
commitment to RPD will reinain in effect, and lateral officers who voluntarily separate
before fulfilling the fu11 term will be required to repay the incentive on a prorated basis;
and(2) authorize the City Manager to eancel the incentive,without City Council approval,
due to unforeseen issues, such as budget reductions. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
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9.11(c). Item 4.11(c) was moved from the Consent Calendar at the request of Council Member
Audette.
COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Package Projects Update.
Public Works Director Michael Webb highlighted the Report to City Council(staff report),
incorporated herein by reference.
In response to Council Member Audette,Director Webb advised that Council has provided
updates on the consent calendar quarterly since 2020, and confirmed that the intent of the
economic stiinulus portion was to award funds to contractors to stimulate the economy by
doing work for the City of Redding,mostly for General Fund facilities. He stated that there
are three projects remaining to be completed.
City Manager Tippin noted that recommendations for use of any remaining funds will
return to Council for consideration.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Audette, seconded by Council Member
Munns, to accept an update relative to the City of Redding's COVID-19 Economic
Stimulus Package projects. The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS RELATIVE TO POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
At Council Member Audette's suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to return to
Council on J�uly 15, 2025, with the City of Redding's Third Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal
Year 2024-25.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 9:36 p.m., Mayor Munns declared the meeting
adj ourned.
APPROVED:
Jack Munns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk
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